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How to Get Google+ Invitations

2011-08-12T20:47:00.000+05:30

Google announced Google+ project which aims to fix relationship with friends and relatives online through real-life sharing. With Google+ you can group your friends, relatives into different categories and selectively connect and share info with each group.

Google says people use real-life circles to express themselves and share precisely with the right folks. Using Google+ is easy : create a circle, add your friends/relatives and share the information.

Getting Google+ Invitation

At present Google+ is available on Android market and the mobile web and soon will be available on App Store. Google+ is still on Field trial and you can join it by invitation only.

To get Google+ invitation officially from Google visit this page,fill & submit your first name and email and Google will invite you to join their Google+ project.

JNTU-HYD : B.Tech 2-2 (R09,R07,R05,RR,NR) Results - April, 2011

2011-06-30T18:58:00.000+05:30

Results are out
check them at
Check the below link for results

B.Tech. II Year II Semester (R09) Results - April, 2011

http://www.jntu.ac.in/results/htno.php?ecode=1029
OR
http://122.252.228.147/results/htno.php?ecode=1029

B.Tech. II Year II Semester (R07) Results - April, 2011

http://www.jntu.ac.in/results/htno.php?ecode=1030
OR
http://122.252.228.147/results/htno.php?ecode=1030

B.Tech. II Year II Semester (R05) Results - April, 2011

http://www.jntu.ac.in/results/htno.php?ecode=348
OR
http://122.252.228.147/results/htno.php?ecode=348

B.Tech. II Year II Semester (RR) Results - April, 2011

http://www.jntu.ac.in/results/htno.php?ecode=349
OR
http://122.252.228.147/results/htno.php?ecode=349

B.Tech. II Year II Semester (NR) Results - April, 2011

http://www.jntu.ac.in/results/htno.php?ecode=350
OR
http://122.252.228.147/results/htno.php?ecode=350

NOTE : Last date for Recounting/Revaluation:07-07-2011

Yamaha SZ

2011-06-29T13:55:00.000+05:30

Yamaha SZ

Prices and Review

ON ROAD PRICE

Rs. 54,200* Mumbai. May vary.

SZ VARIANTS

VEHICLE SUMMARY
Name:	SZ
Type:	Commuter
VERDICT
FOR	Reasonably Priced 153cc engine
AGAINST	No Disk Brake option Analogue Intsrument Cluster
OUR RATINGS
Appearance:
Comfort:
Features:
Performance:
Value for money:
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Displacement:	153cc
Engine:	Air-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC
Maximum Power:	12 Bhp @ 7500 rpm
Maximum Torque:	12.8 Nm @ 4500 rpm
Gears:	5 Manual
Clutch:	Wet Type
Chassis Type:	Not Announced
Cooling Type:	Air Cooling
DIMENSIONS
Length:	2050.00 mm
Width:	730.00 mm
Height:	1040.00 mm
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS
Fuel Tank:	14.00 ltrs
Wheelbase:	1320.00 mm
Wheel Type:	Alloys
Wheel Size:	17″ alloy wheels - 100/90 mm
Tubeless:
Colors:	Red, Black


ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY
Suspension (Front):	Telescopic Hydraulic
Suspension(Rear):	Hydraulic Shock Absorber
Brakes:	Drum
Brakes(Rear):	Drum
Stand Alarm:
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE
Fuel Guage:	Analogue
Self Start:
Tacho Meter:	Analogue
Trip Meter:	None
Alloys:
Speedometer:	Analogue
Passenger Footrest:
Passenger Backrest:
Step-up Seat:
Pass-light:
Low Fuel Indicator:
Low Oil Indicator:
Low Battery Indicator:
High Oil Temp. Indicator:
Choked Air Filter Indicator:

Nokia C6 review

2011-06-06T20:55:00.000+05:30

GENERAL	2G Network	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
	3G Network	HSDPA 900 / 1900 / 2100
		HSDPA 850 / 1900 / 2100
	Announced	2010, April
	Status	Available. Released 2010, July

SIZE	Dimensions	113 x 53 x 16.8 mm, 80 cc
SIZE	Weight	150 g

DISPLAY	Type	TFT resistive touchscreen, 16M colors
	Size	360 x 640 pixels, 3.2 inches
		- QWERTY keyboard - Proximity sensor for auto turn-off - Accelerometer sensor for UI auto-rotate

SOUND	Alert types	Vibration; MP3 ringtones
	Loudspeaker	Yes
	3.5mm jack	Yes, check quality

MEMORY	Phonebook	Practically unlimited entries and fields, Photocall
	Call records	Detailed, max 30 days
	Internal	240 MB
	Card slot	microSD, up to 16GB, 2GB included, buy memory

DATA	GPRS	Class 32
	EDGE	Class 32
	3G	HSDPA 3.6 Mbps
	WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
	Bluetooth	Yes, v2.0 with A2DP
	Infrared port	No
	USB	Yes, v2.0 microUSB

CAMERA	Primary	5 MP, 2592 x 1944 pixels, autofocus, LED flash,check quality
	Features	Geo-tagging
	Video	Yes, VGA@30fps
	Secondary	Yes, QVGA

FEATURES	OS	Symbian OS v9.4, Series 60 rel. 5
	CPU	434 MHz ARM 11 processor
	Messaging	SMS, MMS, Email, Push Email, IM
	Browser	WAP 2.0/xHTML, HTML, RSS feeds
	Radio	Stereo FM radio with RDS
	Games	Yes + downloadable
	Colors	White, Black
	GPS	Yes, with A-GPS support
	Java	Yes, MIDP 2.1
		- Yahoo! Messenger, Google Talk, Windows Live Messenger - MP3/WMA/WAV/eAAC+ player - MP4/H.264/WMV player - Document viewer (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF) - Flash Lite v3.1 - Voice command/dial - Predictive text input

BATTERY		Standard battery, Li-Ion 1200 mAh (BL-4J)
	Stand-by	Up to 384 h (2G) / Up to 384 h (3G)
	Talk time	Up to 7 h (2G) / Up to 5 h (3G)
	Music play	Up to 30 h

MISC	SAR US	1.20 W/kg (head) 1.21 W/kg (body)
	SAR EU	1.05 W/kg (head)
	Price group

Disclaimer. We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct.

Libyan Rocket

2011-05-27T12:20:00.000+05:30

Libyan Rocket: Colonel Muammar Gaddafi designs a "safe" car

by Jonny Lieberman (RSS feed) on Sep 2nd 2009 at 12:30PM

Muammar Gaddafi's Libyan Rocket - Click above for high-res image gallery

It's been a big month for Libya. First, convicted Lockerbie bomber Abdel Basset al-Megrahi was returned to the northern African nation by the new Scottish government because he's dying of prostate cancer. Second, Brotherly Leader and Guide of the Revolution (aka Muammar Gaddafi) designed a car. Called the Saroukh el-Jamahiriya (Libyan Rocket), Gaddafi's car seats five, has a 230-hp V6 and the nose and tail of a rocket. While different, it's not entirely terrible. Kinda like how the 2024 Honda Civic might look. Hey Muammar, quit your day job.

Launched at a conference called the Organization of African Unity and organized by Colonel Gaddafi, the Rocket is set to be be produced in Tripoli, Libya's capital where a factory is set to be built next month. Why is Libya building a car, and why did Col. Gaddafi design it? Safety. In response to the high numbers of people killed and injured annually on Libya's roads, Gaddafi had to act. Says a spokeshole, "The leader spent so many hours of his valuable time thinking of an effective solution. It is the safest car produced anywhere."

How so safe? We're not entirely sure, the Libyan Rocket does come with airbags, an "electronic defense system" (no idea) and collapsible bumpers that supposedly help out in a crash. Somehow we don't think Volvo's losing any sleep. However, the spokeshole goes on to say, "The invention of the safest car in the world is proof that the Libyan revolution is built on the happiness of man." We were wondering. Hat tip to Peter

[Source: BBC | Photos by AFP/Getty]

NOKIA E7-00

2011-04-27T16:04:00.001+05:30

Introduction

Business as usual for the Eseries is a cliché – thank you very much. But the kind that makes the world feel right. The Nokia E7 could’ve been just another Eseries phone. Oh well, that wasn’t meant to be. The latest is implicitly the greatest but, in the case of the E7, the latest may simply be the last.

Nokia E7 official photos

Symbian is just about to be knocked off the top-spot as the market-leading smartphone platform. Worse yet, while loyal users are still sitting on a fence about replacing their E71/E72s Nokia is deciding whether to euthanize Symbian. Question marks have been hanging over the platform’s approach to touchscreen since day one. And now it’s got WP7 at its very doorstep. It’s the worst of times for the Nokia E7. But it’s up to it to show that the Eseries are still open for business.

Key features

Quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE support
Penta-band 3G with 10.2 Mbps HSDPA and 2 Mbps HSUPA
Anodized aluminum unibody
4" 16M-color ClearBlack AMOLED capacitive touchscreen of 640 x 360 pixel resolution
Scratch resistant Gorilla glass display
8 megapixel fixed-focus camera with LED flash
720p video recording @ 25fps
Symbian^3 OS
680 MHz ARM 11 CPU and 256 MB RAM
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
microHDMI port 720p TV-out functionality
GPS receiver with A-GPS support and free lifetime voice-guided navigation
Digital compass
16GB of on-board storage
Active noise cancellation with a dedicated mic
DivX and XviD video support
Built-in accelerometer and proximity sensor
Standard 3.5 mm audio jack
Stereo FM Radio with RDS, FM transmitter
microUSB port with USB On-the-go
Flash and Java support for the web browser
Stereo Bluetooth 3.0
Good quality audio
Smart and voice dialing
Office document editor preinstalled

Main disadvantages

Symbian^3 is still behind Android and iOS usability standards
Ovi store content is inferior to Android market and App Store
Fixed-focus on an 8 megapixel camera is just wrong
Camera interface is decidedly outdated
Battery is not user-replaceable
No microSD card slot

Now, Nokia reconfirmed their commitment to Symbian in the short-term, but that doesn’t mean much. If the platform is to be scrapped, users will learn it the hard way when regular updates stop coming in. Occasional bug-fixes is the best they can hope to get. And good software support is among of the main reasons why people still choose Nokia.

However, how much short-term can stretch depends on the success of the current Symbian^3 devices. So if the Nokia E7 does at least as well on the market as the N8, it might as well buy the platform a few extra years.

Nokia E7 at ours

As you can see from the lists above, the Nokia E7 is basically a larger N8, trading the camera bulk for a a larger and better display and a full QWERTY keyboard. To be honest though, when we reviewed the N8 it was mostly the camera we were delighted with. Then, that was five months ago and the bar is set higher now.

The Nokia E7 certainly won’t have an easy ride throughout this review. Let’s see how it handles the pressure.

Sony S2 review

2011-04-27T15:52:00.000+05:30

Sony S2: The Sony S2 Android tablet has a clamshell design with dual 5.5in touchscreens

review by shimunny

Android tablets are flying thick and fast as the platform continues to evolve, but most of them look similar. Sony has attempted to distinguish itself with the S2: a clamshell Android tablet with dual-screens.

Check out our guide to the best upcoming tablets in 2011and the best Android tablets on the market.

The Sony S2 Android tablet has two 5.5in capacitive touch screens with a resolution of 1024x480. The S2 tablet utilises a clamshell or flip design, so the screens fold onto each other when the tablet is closed. Sony says the S2 Android tablet is designed for "mobile communication and entertainment".

The Sony S2 Android tablet runs the Google Android 3.0 Honeycomb platform that is specifically designed for tablet devices, but Sony has tweaked the user interface to take advantage of the dual-screen form factor. Amongst the Sony additions are an e-reader app with split screen UI, and an e-mail app that shows the keyboard on one screen and e-mails on the other. The split screen design also seems ideal for gaming, with the controls displayed on the bottom screen and the game on the top. Like Sony's other Android tablet, the S1, the S2 is PlayStation certified, meaning it will be compatible with PlayStation games available through the Android Market.

The Sony S2 Android tablet has a rear-facing camera, Wi-Fi, DLNA, Bluetooth and GPS connectivity, and will also be offered in a 3G version. The Sony S2 Android tablet is powered by a 1GHz Nvidia Tegra 2 processor, but full specifications have yet to be revealed.

The Sony S2 will also be renamed closer to its launch date — the S2 is merely a codename.

Australian consumers should expect the Sony S2 Android tablet to hit the shelves towards the end of the year, though pricing and concrete availability details have yet to be revealed.

TWINCITYMASTHI's NOKIA N900 REVIEW

2011-04-20T20:39:00.000+05:30

The N900 is the first phone from Nokia based on the Maemo Platform. Nokia has expressed their intentions to use Maemo in high-end phones. The Nokia N900 is a Touchscreen, full QWERTY slider phone and one of most talked about members of the N-Series recently.

Does the first phone built on the top of this relatively new phone platform live up to it’s expectations ? Find out in our N900 review.

N900 Specs

The phone boasts of some pretty impressive specs including powerful ARM Cortex-A8 600MHz Processor with 256 MB of RAM and a 3.5 inch 800x480 pixel resistive touchscreen display.

Quad-band GSM EDGE (850/900/1800/1900 Mhz), Tri-band WCDMA / 3G support (900/1700/2100 Mhz)
TI OMAP 3430: ARM Cortex-A8 600 MHz CPU , OpenGL ES 2.0 support
Maemo 5 OS with Multiple Homescreens
800x480 pixel touchscreen display supporting upto 16 million colors
32GB inbuilt memory plus microSD slot.
Slide-out QWERTY keyboard.
5 MP Camera with Dual LED Flash ,16:9 video recording
Media player , FM transmitter
Kickstand
Wi-Fi , Bluetooth v2.1 , GPS
3.5 mm jack for Audio /TV-Out
MicroB Browser powered by Mozilla technology with full Flash 9.4 support
Skype , Google Talk IM Integration
Internet calling
Email : Mail for Exchange, IMAP, POP3, SMTP
OVI Maps with geotagging
BL-5J 1320mAh with USB Charging

Maemo has been around since 2005

Maemo has been around since 2005 in the name of the Internet Tablet OS. The Nokia 770 pictured below was one of the first internet tablets from Nokia. Sadly, the internet tablets 700, N800,N810 never went mainstream and was sold only in limited countries. It was popular amongst the linux and hacker community but not amongst consumers.Some of the main drawbacks about these devices was that they were generally slow and lacked GSM / phone capabilities.

Linux meets Phone

The N900 is the first linux-based Phone from Nokia. The operating system on the Nokia N900 is Maemo 5 (Fremantle). Maemo is based on the popular Debian linux distribution. The N900 can be seen as an internet tablet with phone capabilities.

Package Contents

The phone comes in a black package with an image of the phone embossed on the top. This is pretty similar to the N97/ N97 Mini’s Box

Nokia N900 with a stylus
Nokia Battery (BL-5J)
Nokia High Efficiency Charger (AC-10)
Nokia Stereo Headset (WH-205)
Video out cable (CA-75U)
Nokia charger adaptor (CA-146C)
Cleaning cloth
User Guide

In addition to the above we also got a converter plug for old nokia chargers . There’s no memory card / extra stylus / carry case in the retail package.

Design

This is a touchscreen phone with a slide-out QWERTY keypad and it’s certainly big when you compare the N900 to other devices such as Nokia E72 or the iPhone . But We’ve had no issues holding the phone. It felt comfortable to grip. We have no complaints about the placement of controls on the phone except for the weird placement of the hardware-unlock key on the right. Its not the most pocketable phone out there but it still fits in your pocket.

In the front the screen is surrounded by a glossy bezel which bears the letters nokia on the left and n900 on the right. There are no physical buttons in the front, not even call and hangup keys.

Although the phone is designed to be used in the landscape mode for the most part , the phone functionality needs to be used in portrait mode as the earpiece , proximity sensor and video calling camera are present on the top when the phone is used in portrait mode.

You will also find a notification light which can toggle between white , blue and yellow.The is a speaker on either side of the phone which justifies the entertainment capability of the device.

On the left you would find the microUSB port which is used for both charging and PC connectivity .

On the right is the hardware unlock key , 3.5 mm audio jack which also serves as a TV-out.

The stylus finds a place at the bottom.

On the top sits the volume rocker keys , power button and the camera key.

On the rear sits the 5 Megapixel Camera surrounded by a kick stand. The camera shutter encloses the lens and the dual LED flash.

The microSD card slot is beneath the real panel which houses the battery and SIM card.

Display

The phone is designed to be used mainly in landscape mode and widescreen display is a proof of that. The 800x480 display is crisp and colors are reproduced quite well. Although the phone uses a resistive touchscreen, it’s very responsive and finger friendly.

Keyboard

The keyboard is made up of 3 rows and the keys provide good feedback. But since the long press for numbers was not there at the time of this review , it’s bit hard to use. But the keyboard is powerful as there are tons of a keyboard shortcuts available out of the box

Build Quality

Although the build quality of the phone is good , the plastic material used makes it feel a tad cheap considering the price of the phone. The phone does not make any noise when gripped and will certainly survive a fall or two. Wish Nokia uses some metal on Maemo phones in future. You would notice this especially when you put the N900 next to the N97 Mini which uses a lot of metal on the exterior. Sadly a huge percentage of users give a lot of importance to looks and the N900 might not win the Beauty Pageant for Mobile Phones if at all there was one. The N900 is a beast when it comes to multitasking and web browsing, but the looks are too soft.

UI Maemo 5

The Maemo UI is just lovely and there is lot of eye candy out of the box. The notifications system esp for incoming messages is super cool. The interface certainly has a learning curve but any sensible user will pick it up easily. The multitasking is just fabulous and demonstrates the power of Maemo

This is what you call multitasking

Phone

Call quality was pretty good and the phone functionality is pretty simple and easy to use. One cool feature is the integration of contacts with Google Talk / Skype contacts. One downside of the phone app is a lack of DTMF support out of the box. Signal strength was never an issue on GSM or 3G. And the best part is Skype calling right from your phonebook.

Connectivity

Since this device evolved from an internet tablet , connectivity is flawless. You can choose to automatically switch to Wi-Fi from 3G / GPRS when you are near a hotspot. The only issue is many phone networks don’t support automatic configuration of access points on the phone. So you might have to go the manually route.

The GPS receiver gets a fix pretty soon and is pretty accurate.

Messaging

The Maemo 5 OS uses the concept of Conversations to group your SMS and IM such as Google Talk , Skype. This is good if you communicate a lot and don’t want to juggle between apps.

There is no native MMS support from there is a already a app from the community which brings MMS

Email works pretty well and there is support for all a lot of email providers such as gmail,yahoo,hotmail and exchange . There is support for multiple accounts and multiple attachments. it supports full HTML content within the email.

Web Browsing

This device deserves the title of the best internet device. Considering the fact that this device has it’s roots in an Internet tablet it does not disappoint. In fact it amazes.The N900 has one of the best browsers in the market and brings PC-like browsing to the palm of your hand.

The Flash 9.4 support means that you can view full flash content within a webpage. Youtube, Vimeo are work fine. You can even connect the phone to your TV and watch the action on the big screen.

Watch the speed test of the N900 over 3G and Wi-Fi which uses the Flash capability

The Browser does not support multiple tabs but you have to open multiple windows. Zooming into a webpage is accomplished by double tapping , circular motion or using volume keys.

There’s a special hover mode which lets you use select text using a cursor and interact with page elements. You can invoke this mode by swiping your finger from the left of the screen. Swiping from the right side shows your browsing history for that window in a visual manner.

You can also install the AdBlock Plus plugin so that you can disable ads and save some bandwidth. You can also save web pages and later view them offline.

Memory

The device comes with 32 GB of inbuilt memory and has a microSD slot which supports upto 16GB cards.

Multimedia

Camera

The Camera does take some great pictures and the fixed focus video recording which enables macro video recording is cool. But sadly the camera application is a bit slow. You might actually miss the moment in the process of capturing. The sharing plugins like pixelpipe make photo sharing and blogging a piece of cake. You can even email multiple photos and upload them in a jiffy

Nokia N900 Camera Samples

Music & Video Playback

Music playback is decent and the playback via the stock earphones is pretty good.The speakers are quite loud too.

Video playback on such a big screen is good to watch and the kick stand does help. DivX support is worth mentioning.

But given the rise of AMOLED displays this one feel a bit dated although it’s not a deal breaker.

Tv Out

Although most phones high-end phones have a TV-out this phone is special as it can even drive a 50 inch TV and play a DVD Quality movie

Apps

This is one area where we feel let down. The impressive hardware does not have apps which utilize the hardware like on other platforms.

Apps worth mentioning are Qik (video broadcasting), Angry Birds which is a cool game, Pixel Pipe which makes photo/video sharing a piece of cake. There is also Sketch which lets you draw on a canvas.

There is a Documents-To-Go viewer edition trial which lets you view office docs. The news from the maemo community is that KOffice is available.

Skype works flawlessly including SkypeOut calls.

There are some apps which have been developed by the community and the linux nature of the platform might bring a lot more apps to the platform. Nokia just needs to bring more developers on board the Maemo platform.

Baseball game developed by India Games for Maemo

We hope to see more applications in the coming months / years for the Maemo Platform as Nokia has grand plans for Maemo with a Maemo6 device expected to launch towards end of this year.

Battery Life

The 1320 mAh battery on the device practically lasts for a day and half of light use and just about a day for heavy use. As with all phones it lasts longer over Wi-Fi compared to 3G / EDGE. The spec sheets don’t indicate battery life .At Nokia World , we heard that battery life was linked to user behavior and the device was built to last a day for average use. We don’t complain about the battery life but a 1500 mAh battery would have given that extra run time ! And one tip , you don’t have wait for the battery to go empty before charging the device. Charge it when the the battery indicator is at about 50% and its charges faster.

What’s Hot

Maemo UI and Notifications
Crisp 800x480 pixel Display
Mutitasking
Multiple Homescreens and Widgets
Browser
Skype , IM
Email client with HTML support
5MP Camera with Fixed Focus Recording
Responsive touchscreen
Barely need to use stylus
Divx Movie playback.
Audio quality though headphones
USB Charging
OTA updates
GPS
PDF Reader , File Manager

What’s Not

Slow Camera app
No Long press for numbers / symbols.
Weird placement of Hardware unlock key
Lack of Portrait mode
Lack of Apps
Limited Settings and Configurations when compared to other Nokia phones
No Multitouch

Conclusion

If you are a person who loves to be online 24/7 , be it browsing the web, chatting with friends or checking email the N900 is a great option. It’s a must have gadget for Linux enthusiasts or hackers. This is not for the average consumer but a geeky crowd. If you are one of those geeks you won’t be disappointed. And if you are a fan of Open Source the N900 is for you ! Although the N900 lacks in a few areas , it’s pretty powerful in some areas. It’s the first phone based on the Maemo platform and it’s obviously not complete. Maemo is a new ray hope for Nokia and the N900 is a live example of that hope . You may want to experience it or wait for the next device

Screenshots

NOKIA E7-00 SLIDE + TOUCH

2011-04-20T20:29:00.000+05:30

Over the years, we've seen a steady stream of business and messaging-centric landscape QWERTY smartphones come and go, with HTC arguably leading the pack via its collection of Windows Mobile, Android, and WP7 devices featuring sliding keyboards and tilt-out displays. But few of HTC's offerings are as iconic or memorable as Nokia's line of Communicator clamshell phones -- starting with the Nokia 9000 in 1996, continuing with Symbian S80 models, and culminating with the Nokia E90 atop S60v3. The Nokia E7 is the latest Communicator in this distinguished series and the manufacturer's current flagship device, dethroning the Nokia N8 which continues on as the company's media mogul. A lot has changed in the six months since the N8 was introduced, including Nokia's recent partnership with Microsoft and the stunning announcement that it will be adopting Windows Phone for future high-end smartphones. So, is the E7 -- which is finally shipping in the US -- the greatest Communicator to date? Can it carry the torch for Symbian in the immediate future? And more importantly, how does it fare in today's shark-infested Android and iOS waters? Jump past the break for our full review.

Hardware

Let's make one thing abundantly clear: black or silver, the Nokia E7 is one gorgeous piece of hardware. It might not have the proportions of the Dieter Rams-inspired iPhone 4, but it's a handsome and refined phone that can definitely compete in terms of materials and build quality. The E7 design language mimics its N8 sibling, and consists of a flattened aluminum cylinder that features a 4-inch glass-capacitive touchscreen on one side, a glass window protecting the 8 megapixel camera and dual-LED flash on the other side, and tapered plastic covers hiding antennas and connectors at each end. From the front the E7 looks like a larger N8, but in order to accommodate the physical keyboard, the body is sliced longitudinally into two sections. The thinner "half" houses the tilt-out display and the menu key (centered below the touchscreen), the other "half" contains the keyboard, the camera, and most of the electronics. Without a camera pod sticking out the back, the E7 ends up being thinner than the N8 overall, and one of the slimmest landscape QWERTY devices we've come across.

The E7 feels hefty in a reassuring, confidence-inspiring way -- as a point of reference, it's almost the same weight and size as the HTC Thunderbolt, but about 6 mm (1/4-inch) narrower. Fit and finish are impeccable, and so is the attention to detail: there's a machined and polished bevel surrounding the camera window in the back of the E7 and lining the edge of every control on the aluminum body. The top cap contains a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the power / profile key, a mini-HDMI port (behind a plastic door), and a micro-USB connector with a charge indicator. At the opposite end, the bottom cap hosts a microphone and a single speaker. We found a few niggles here. While the headphone jack supports stereo accessories (3-pin) without any problems, it's electrically incompatible with most non-Nokia headsets (4-pin). The speaker is very loud and clear but is positioned such that it becomes muffled slightly as soon as the phone is placed face-up on any flat surface. On the right edge of the E7 you'll find a SIM tray (that's easily removed with a fingernail), a volume slider (which feels downright awkward), and the camera shutter button. The screen-locking slider benefits from the same excellent spring action as on the N8 but lives by itself on the left edge, where it's easier to access when using the keyboard.

The tilt-out display and physical keyboard are the stars of the show. Nokia chose a hinge mechanism similar to the one it implemented on the N97 and N97 mini. Unfortunately, on the E7 this mechanism is universally difficult to open -- almost everyone fails the first time, and risks slipping and dropping the phone in the process. We eventually figured out a sure way to operate the hinge, but it's not intuitive, and requires the (preferably symmetric) application of the right amount of force in the right spot and at the right angle. Assuming you overcome this initial hurdle, the mechanism is spring-loaded in both directions and opens / closes with a satisfying "clunk". Once open, the touchscreen rests at a 30-degree angle from the keyboard, which is equally suited for typing as it is for watching videos. The hinge, back of the display, and base of the keyboard are all cast from a suitably light, strong alloy. We didn't detect any play in the mechanism even after using the E7 for a month, but we did notice that our older review unit was easier to open than the newer one. It's worth noting that the silver model features black accents, including the touchscreen, back of the display, hinge mechanism, keyboard, camera window and flat edges of the end covers.

We're really impressed with the keyboard on the E7. It's one of the best we've used in recent memory -- on par with the keyboard on the HTC Arrive, but with an aligned 4-row layout instead of a staggered 5-row design. Tactile feedback is fantastic despite the short key travel and, unlike the N97 and N97 mini, the space bar is centered properly.

The 4-inch ClearBlack AMOLED touchscreen is bright and beautiful, even in direct sunlight. Colors are vivid, and contrast and viewing angles are excellent, as you'd expect from this type of display. Interestingly, the US version exhibits a slightly warmer color temperature. Resolution is a different story, and pixel-density enthusiasts will be disappointed. With a mere 640 x 360 pixels (what Nokia calls nHD), the E7 makes even a 4.3-inch WVGA display look high definition. Of course, we realize this is a limitation imposed by software, but in this day and age of qHD devices, it misses the mark. We also observed some strange color banding on our European review unit (see here), which might be a manufacturing defect since the problem is absent from the other one. A sheet of Gorilla Glass protects the touchscreen and houses the proximity and light sensors, the earpiece, and a front-facing camera (VGA). Strangely our US model acquired a few small scratches on the display within hours of being unboxed, despite being treated gently, while the other one survived an entire rough and tumble week at CTIA unscathed.

The E7 features almost the exact same internals as the N8: a somewhat lackluster 680MHz ARM 11 CPU, a Broadcom BCM2727 GPU, 256MB of RAM, about 350MB of phone storage, and 16GB of internal mass storage. You'll also find a complete set of radios with support for UMTS / HSPA (pentaband, including AWS), GSM / EDGE (quadband), WiFi b / g / n, Bluetooth 3.0, and AGPS -- there's even an FM receiver. Unlike the N8, there's no MicroSD card slot for additional mass storage, no Nokia 2mm charging port for legacy power sources, and no FM transmitter to annoy your friends with on roadtrips. The E7 also shares USB On-The-Go with its sibling, which allows it to host a number of common USB devices such as flash drives, self-powered hard drives, keyboards, and even optional accessories such as Nokia's ownDigital Radio Headset. Both the European and US variants ship with a USB On-The-Go adapter, HDMI adapter, stereo headset, micro-USB cable, and micro-USB charger.

The E7 and N8 come with the same 1200mAh BL-4D battery which is not user-replaceable, and without any visible Torx screws we're not even sure how to access the battery in a pinch. In our tests, call and reception quality lived up to Nokia's usual high standards and battery life was excellent for a fully specced smartphone. The E7 handily beat our Android handsets with almost three days of light duty -- usually about 30 minutes worth of calls, a dozen text messages, three email accounts and one Twitter account being monitored and tended to (that's hundreds of messages), plus the occasional photography (with upload) and music playback each day. Note that during our battery tests we enabled WiFi, turned off Bluetooth, and powered our devices down at night. Needless to say, this is exactly the kind of endurance you'd expect from a business-centric phone like the E7.

Camera

The E7 is equipped with an 8 megapixel EDoF (Extended Depth of Field) camera and dual-LED flash. In typical Nokia fashion the optics and sensor are top notch. This, together with superior image processing results in beautiful shots. As you can see in our sample pictures, color balance and exposure are excellent, and noise is kept under control without obliterating detail. While it's no match for the phenomenal N8, the E7 camera stands out amongst today's smartphones. There's however one massive, glaring problem -- the elephant in the room, if you will -- and that's the EDoF lens. Depth of field becomes meaningless with this camera. Sure, everything from 60cm (two feet) to infinity is perfectly in focus, but just like with a fixed-focus lens it's impossible to take closeup shots. Nokia waxes poetic about how EDoF means no moving parts, allows for a thinner device, improves shooting speed, and makes it easier for the average person to use the camera. We're reminded how the 8 megapixel sensor captures enough information that images can be enlarged and cropped without a huge impact on quality. This is all true, but we feel EDoF is too much of a compromise especially when it's combined with a decent sensor and optics. It just takes away an entire layer of creativity from the picture taking experience when compared to an autofocus lens.

Nokia E7 sample shots

When it comes to video recording, the E7 captures smooth 720p HD content at 25fps with great results. EDoF actually helps here since most phones don't support continuous autofocus during video recording, and instead rely on a sub-optimal preset focus, user-controlled initial focus, or touch-to-focus during capture (like on the iPhone 4). While EDoF precludes closeups, a digital zoom is available with little (if any) effect on video quality. As a bonus, audio is recorded in stereo and sounds very clear. Our sample video was recorded on the E7 and then edited with the bundled video editor. Sadly, this caused the audio to get out of sync, which is a known bug. The camera interface on the E7 is pretty much identical to the one on the N8 and is reasonably easy to use. Most controls are easily accessible, and additional settings are nestled within menus. There's no built-in panorama mode, but a separate app with that functionality is available to download for free from the Ovi Store (see sample here). We only have a couple minor usability complaints: the shutter key is hard to find by feel, and the camera window is flush with the body of the E7 making the glass prone to scratches when the device is resting face up on a flat surface. Overall, the E7 camera delivers strong performance, but we really hope Nokia ditches EDoF and reverts to using autofocus on future flagship products.

Software

We're going to be frank here: Symbian breaks what is otherwise great hardware. Most of what we mentioned about the software in our N8 review applies to the E7 -- it's the same tired routine, a frustrating user experience that quickly becomes a burden day-to-day. Now, before you get up in arms, you have to remember that we've been Symbian users for a very long time, so we're well aware of the strengths and weaknesses of this once-glorious OS. The sad reality is that when measured against the other major platforms Symbian is no longer competitive, especially at the high-end of the market, and that's even more true today than it was six months ago after the launch of the N8. With that disclaimer out of the way, let's look at some specifics. Our European review unit was running what was formerly known as) Symbian^3 PR1.1 while our US model was one release behind at PR1.0, and both devices were using browser version 7.2. Other than the firmware, the most obvious difference between the two appears to be the bundled apps. Beyond the standard set of Nokia apps, which includes the Ovi Store, our US phone came preloaded with Quickoffice, F-Secure, National Geographic, Paramount Movie Teasers, OviMapsChallenge, Climate Mission, Psiloc World Traveler, Vlingo, and topApps. The European variant also included CNN Video and E!, but lost topApps.

Under the hood Symbian is pretty efficient which helps with battery life and multitasking, and provides adequate performance even on run-of-the-mill processors. Unfortunately the E7 often still feels sluggish, despite being faster than most past Symbian devices. The Webkit-based browser -- which used the be one of Symbian's gems -- has stagnated into oblivion over the years, and is now a complete mess. You're simply just better off installing Opera and calling it a day. Email configuration is extremely unintuitive: by default, accounts are proxied on Nokia's servers unless you decline the terms of service during setup. Only then does the email client give you direct access to your account. But it's not all doom and gloom. To this day, Symbian still provides the most comprehensive Bluetooth functionality of any mobile platform. A few apps stand out as examples of what Symbian is capable of. Ovi Maps is an excellent alternative to the ubiquitous Google Maps that supports offline navigation and provides better mapping in most parts of the world. Gravity is a fantastic Twitter client that pushes the envelope of what can be done with Symbian in terms of UI design. It takes full advantage of push notifications and even includes its own on-screen QWERTY keyboard with a portrait mode, something that's still missing from the base OS. The photo and video editors are also quite noteworthy for being powerful and easy to use. But ultimately, these are just a few shining stars in a dead constellation.

Wrap-up

After spending several weeks with the Nokia E7, there's absolutely no doubt that the it's one of the sexiest pieces of hardware we've played with in recent months. Perhaps it's not the greatest Communicator Espoo has ever bestowed upon us, but it comes close and offers the most balanced set of features of any Symbian device to date. This makes it Nokia's de facto flagship smartphone and Symbian's ambassador for the foreseeable future. Devoted Symbian fans will likely be unfazed by the official $679 asking price for the E7 (unlocked and unsubsidized) and will seriously consider picking one up (or its N8 sibling), but for the rest of us the E7 misses the mark. While providing excellent battery life, proper multitasking, and some unique functionality that will please power users, Symbian remains an unmitigated disaster, with a sluggish, frustrating, and cosmetically antiquated user experience. We just can't recommend the E7, especially in light of what the Google and Apple ecosystems have to offer. Dear Nokia, please give us an E7 with a higher pixel-density display, an autofocus camera, a current-generation processor, and a tasty serving of Windows Phone. Oh, and do it soon -- the sharks are starting to smell blood.

2011 Yamaha YZF-R1 and V-Max Bikes coming to India in April 2012 New YZF-R1 Yamaha Red Motorcycle

2011-01-05T20:24:00.000+05:30

YZF-R1 Red

Yamaha Motors have announced their 2011 line-up of super-sports bikes that will be coming to India. The proposed bikes that will become a part of the Indian line-up for year 2011 are the latest 1000cc Yamaha R1 and the maddest and meanest V-Max.

Yamaha has released images of the bikes more for the customers to review. The bikes haven’t undergone any major changes as far as looks are concerned. The R1 gets new body graphics, red wine paint and new headlamp cluster. The V-Max comes in a raven black paint job and some chrome bits.

Yamaha V-Max 2011

There is no official information available about the power plants yet. One things for sure though, these are surely going to be extremely powerful and lightning quick. Both bikes will be launched by April next year.

2011-01-05T20:20:00.001+05:30

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2010-12-29T18:18:00.000+05:30

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Yamaha YZF R125

2010-12-28T17:38:00.001+05:30

Expected: Mar 2011
Estimated price: Rs 90,000

The Yamaha R125 which is available in the overseas market has been loaded with a 124.66cc displacement, liquid cooled, SOHC, single cylinder power plant. This compact but sporty engine is capable of delivering 15 PS (14.5bhp) of maximum power at 9,000 rpm and 12.2 Nm of peak torque at 8,000 rpm. The fuel injected machine incorporates six-speed gearbox. In view to achieve greater performance and rigidity, it is equipped with a Deltabox chassis, aluminium swing arm and five-spoke lightweight alloy wheels. The Yamaha YZF R125 possesses somewhat the same body style and stance as higher R-series bikes like Yamaha YZF R6 and iconic Yamaha YZF R1. The front face and rear view of the bike are also borrowed from the R-series bikes. One can see the copied items such as dual headlights, compact tail side view and the low front face.

KTM Duke

2010-12-28T17:37:00.001+05:30

Expected: Mar 2011
Estimated price: Rs 1 lakh

Bajaj Auto and Austrian bike maker KTM are coming together in India with the plan to launch a premium segment bike. Bajaj KTM is expected to produce power bikes with 125cc to 250 cc engines, starting with the KTM Duke 125. The stylish and aggressive bike is specially designed to cater to the racer crowd. The KTM Duke 125 is expected to be powered by a 2-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC valve configuration with a displacement of 124 cc which will deliver 11KW of power.

Demak DMX R

2010-12-28T17:36:00.002+05:30

Expected: Feb 2011
Estimated price: Rs 60,000

Demak is soon going to start its operation in India and the company is also planning to launch two bikes - Demak DMX R and Demak Cougar. The powerful Demak DMX R is a racer bike with the appearance to match. The DMX R is expected to beloaded with a 150cc engine expected to generate a power of 14bhp.

Yamaha BWS

2010-12-28T17:36:00.000+05:30

Expected: Nov 2010
Estimated price: Rs 60,000

Yamaha BWS 125 features a 4-stroke, single cylinder, 4-valve, fuel injection SOHC power train - the same configuration which is used in Yamaha bikes the world over. The engine of the Yamaha BWS 125 pumps out a top power figure of 6.7kw at 7,500 rpm and churns out a peak torque of 9.6 Nm at 6,000 rpm. The scooter uses V-belt automatic transmission. The Yamaha BWs 125 comes loaded with front disc brake and rear drum type brake; it has front telescopic shocker and rear unit link fork. The most fascinating feature is its massive 12-inch wheels. In addition, Yamaha BWs 125 sports a 6-litre fuel tank.

Bajaj-KTM

2010-12-28T17:35:00.000+05:30

A long wait is approaching to end as Bajaj-KTM is looking to launch new bike in India in upcoming year.

There have been many rumors regarding the collaborative product but recent official talk about the bikes is that the price-tag of the motorcycle will be over ₹ one lakh. The range of street bikes will feature engines of capacity 125cc and more. The launch is somehow definite in the cities of Europe by the end of this year and the welcome season of 2011 will be the time for India to host some launches from the team. Bikes will be sold through Bajaj Autos Pro-Biking showrooms.

It is news that the first launch from Bajaj-KTM will have a price tag over ₹1, 00,000. But not sure whether that bike will have an engine of 125cc or over 200cc. That shall continue remaining mystery for we people. Hope to see much powerful and superior bikes over those which we have we have already available in the market these days.

Another news from the team is that they are going to launch a series of imported bikes from KTM in Indian market in the upcoming years. This will definitely boost competition with Kawasaki which is looking to launch powered bikes in Indian market. The only similarity between Kawasaki and KTM will be the partner Bajaj Autos, India.

Words From Mr. Rajiv Bajaj, MD, Bajaj Autos

“Whatever product will be out in the market will be at a very significant premium as against brands like the Pulsar. Else, what is the use of bringing such a product?”

I personally wish to see a bike with displacement over 250cc and power more than 20bhp from the Team. And would like to know the expectations from my readers. Please state your views in the comment box below!

2010-12-28T17:16:00.000+05:30

International-The Racing Car Show

Venue:	National Exhibition Centre
Country:	Birmingham, United Kingdom
Start Date:	13-JAN-11	End Date:	16-JAN-11
Exhibitors:	850+	Visitors:	85000+
Industry:	Automotive

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Autosport International-The Racing Show brings together the industries of national and international motorsport & encompasses areas such as performance engineering, aftermarket, historic motorsport and the fast growing trackday market. No other exhibition brings you the high-class mixture of trade visitors from across the world and carefully targeted public visitors who are passionate about motorsport and performance cars.

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Profile for exhibit include Luxury Cars, Passenger Cars, Specialist Vehicles, Motorcycles, Scooters and Mopeds, and off-road vehicles Manufacturers & Dealers of Automobiles, Components and Accessories, Audio Video Equipment, Car-Care Products, Environment and Safety Equipment, Garage and Service Equipment, Moulds and Dyes, Oils & Lubricants, Petrol vending machines, Tyres, Batteries and Auto Electricals, Upholstery.

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california superbike school

2010-12-28T17:11:00.000+05:30

California Superbike School is back.

Seats will be filled up fast...seat allotment is based on first come first serve basis so those who wanna do CSS in Jan 2011 need to register asap.

CHANGE IN CSS SCHEDULE :

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE FOLLOWING ARE THE REVISED DATES FOR CALIFORNIA SUPERBIKE SCHOOL SESSIONS COME JANUARY 2011

Jan 25th and Jan 26th ----> Level I and Level II ( Limited to 40 Students)
Jan 27th -----------------> Break/ Rest day
Jan 28th and Jan 29th ----> Level I and Level II (repeat, same capsize)
Jan 30th -----------------> Level III OR Level IV

Level III and Level IV is for people who have done CSS before.

Features :

All riders must start at level 1 and progress through the levels unless they have completed the levels during the previous year or at other CSS camps
6 to 7 Sessions on Track each day (each Sessions 20 Minutes)
15 students on Track per Session
Typical day starts at 7.00 am and ends at 5.00 pm

Registration closes on 7th December 2010

Coaches :

Andrew Ibbott, School Director, CSS UK
Glenn Rothwell, Senior Riding Coach, CSS, UK
Kieth Code, Founder and Director, CSS, USA
Mrs Judith Code School Director, CSS, USA
Dylan Code, Riding Coach, CSS, USA
Steve Brouggy, Riding Coach, CSS, Australia
Darren Sweetman, School Director and Chief Riding Coach, CSS, NZ
Gary Bailey, Course Control, CSS, UK
John Edward Trotter, Chief Riding Coach, CSS, UK

Requirements :

Your OWN motorcycle (100cc to 1000cc)
Motorcycle is to be track ready with sound condition and appropriate tyres.
Spare set of tyres (if needed for your bike)
Mirrors, Headlamps, taillamps, brake lights and every other thing which will leave a shard when broken is to be removed OR COVERED WITH A STRONG DUCT TAPE.
Valid Drivers License with motorcycle endorsement.
Participants to have riding experience. School doesnt teach to balance on two wheels.
1 piece or 2 piece riding gear OR ARMOURED TEXTILE RIDING JACKET AND PANTS, full face helmet( not MX helmet), gloves and boots.
Indemnity form duly signed.

Provided :

Coaching
Fuel
Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks and drinks.
Medicinal facilities and Ambulances.

Student fees and caveats :

Level I and Level II ( Rs 10k, 2 days)
Level II and Level IV ( Rs 5k , 1 day)
Payment is to be made in full in advance and there are no refunds.
Crashing can end your day at CSS even if you feel you are OK.
Participants have to agree to comply with CSS safety rules and procedures. Failure to do so will result in expulsion from school activities

I think the above answeres all your questions about gear, fees, blah blah.

Lets make this an EPIC event.

World class professionals will train you to be a better and safer rider...
Contrary to what people think California Superbike School is not focussed on racing or learning to race. For that they have a seperate race school.
CSS is based on getting you acquainted with what sports riding is all about and they will strive to improve skills which will one day save you on the streets too. Coaches who have trained MotoGP riders will be spearheading your training. That says a lot about how professional this training is.

Hope to see a lot of xBHPians at CSS this time.
Being dead is very boring ! I dont think you would like that ! Wear gear all the time !

RIDE ON ! Video of Ninja 250R and other rider bikes !
RIDE ON Part II !
Ninja 250R and I at California Superbike School !
Goofing around at lavasa www.youtube.com/watch?v=uefxyfaVMN8

apple iphone 4

2010-12-28T16:59:00.000+05:30

he iPhone 4 is here and we have all the answers to your questions about Apple's new iPhone including pictures and detailed specifications.

Check out our full Apple iPhone 4 review and our AppleiPhone 4 vs. HTC EVO 4G/Motorola Droid X comparisons.

Steve Jobs introduced the iPhone 4 today, which he claims offers over 100 new features, though he would focus on only a handful for the keynote. The iPhone 4 looks like the iPhone prototype obtained under questionable circumstances by Gizmodo: stainless steel casing, all-glass front, and a design Jobs describes as the thinnest smartphone on the planet: almost 25 percent thinner than the iPhone 3GS.. Unlike previous iPhones, the iPhone 4 will have volume controls on the side of the phone along with an accessible microSIM tray. The iPhone 4 features a front-facing camera, and the back sports a microphone, 30pin connector for docking, and a speaker, while the top sports a second microphone for noise cancellation, sleep/wake button, and a headset input.
Jobs went on to highlight the bands around the side of the iPhone 4 that caused much speculation in the wake of the leaked prototypes. Jobs identified them as part of the phone’s antenna system, saying the stainless steel band is also a primarily structural element of the device. The antenna supports all the iPhone 4’s wireless capability, from 3G to Wi-Fi to Bluetooth to GPS along with cellular communications.

iPhone 4: Retina Display

The iPhone 4 will also sport what Jobs described as a “retina display” with four times the pixel density of a typical LCD display at a whopping 326 pixels per inch—by far denser than anything else in the consumer electronics market. The result is a 3.5-inch display with a native resolution of 960 by 640 pixels that is actually a higher resolution than the typical human eye is capable of perceiving, when held at a distance of just 10 to 12 inches. Jobs claims the iPhone 4’s display winds up looking like a high quality printed book (albeit that emits light!) rather than a blocky pixellated grid. The iPhone OS automatically handles rendering text and controls at the higher resolution for the iPhone 4, so developers don’t need to do anything to update their applications to look good on the new display…but, of course, if developers want to add higher-resolution graphics to their apps, they will look stunning on the iPhone 4.

iPhone 4: A4 Chip and Gyroscope

The iPhone 4 will also feature an Apple-designed A4 CPU, following along the lines of the processor powering the iPad. Jobs said the A4 processor improved power management, so the iPhone 4 will manage 40 percent more talk time on 3G networks (up to 7 hours), or up to 6 hours of 3G Web browsing or 10 hours of Wi-Fi browsing. The device can also play up to 10 hours of video, 40 hours of music, and should have an standby time of up to 300 hours. The iPhone 4 will also pack up to 32 GB of onboard flash storage, and will offer quad-band HSDPA/HSUPA for mobile broadband speeds up to 7.2Mbps downstream, 4.8Mbps upstream…assuming carrier networks support that technology. The iPhone 4 will also support 802.11n Wi-Fi, assisted GPS, Bluetooth, and packs and accelerometer, compass, proximity sensor, and an ambient light sensor,. The iPhone 4 also sports a gyroscope, which enables six-axis motion sensing…just like a game controller, and iPhone OS 4 will offer developer APIs to leverage the gyroscope: Jobs envisions the gyroscope enabling whole new types of mobile gaming.

iPhone 4: Camera & iMovie

The iPhone 4 will feature a 5 megapixel camera with a backside-illuminated sensor, which Jobs says increases the amount of light captured by the sensor, resulting in better photographs, particularly in low-light situations. The camera will also record HD video at 720p resolution and 30 frames per second, and the LED flash can be used to light video as well. Like the iPhone 3GS, the iPhone 4 will feature in-phone video editing and enable users to share video the the Internet (think Facebook and YouTube). However, Apple is pushing the video editing envelope with a new iMovie application for iPhone, that enables users to assemble and trim clips and record directly into an iMovie timeline. Users can also add camera photos to their movies (complete with the pan-and-scan Ken Burns effect), and iMovie for iPhone will enable users to add titles and transitions to their videos. The iPhone 4 camera embeds geolocation information in video; iMovie for iPhone can optional display display that information. Users can also add music as a soundtrack to their video, and select from a number of pre-generated themes. iMovie for iPhone will be available as a separate purchase from the App Store for $4.99.

iPhone 4: Bing

Among new features in iOS 4 will be an option to use Microsoft’s Bing as a default search engine; Google will still be the iPhone’s default search, but Yahoo and Bing-powered searches will be available as options. Note that Bing will be taking over the back end for Yahoo’s search services later this year.

iBooks for iPhone

Apple also announced a version of iBooks will be available for iPhone, with feature parity to the iPad edition (complete with previously-announced PDF and annotations support). The applications will be able to synchronize across devices, so users will be able to start reading an iBook on an iPad, then pick up at the same spot on the iPhone. Users will be able to download purchased books to all their supported devices at no extra charge.

No Longer iPhone OS 4: iOS 4

Since it won’t do to have an iPad running something called “iPhone OS,” Apple has decided to rename its mobile device operating system to simply “iOS 4,” encompassing all its mobile devices: the iPhone, the iPad, and the iPod touch. iOS 4 will have the features Apple outlined back in April, including a form of multitasking support (so applications like Pandora can stream music in the background while an iPhone user, say, surfs the Web in Safari), a unified Mail inbox that supports multiple services, home screen folders, a Game Center, and improved support for Microsoft Exchange and enterprise users. However, developers will probably be more intrigued by a boatload of new APIs and significantly deepened features. Developers at WWDC will be able to set hands on a release candidate today.

iAds

Jobs also took a moment to highlight Apple’s new in-application advertising platform iAds: according to Jobs, Apple is developing iAds as a revenue channel for developers so they can earn money from applications in ways other than direct sales to users. As outlined last April, Apple is aiming for high amounts of interactivity and engagement with iAds, building on HTML5 technologies rather than the still-industry-standard Adobe Flash. Apple will host all the advertising and handle ad sales, so all applications developers have to do is specify where in the applications the ads should be placed, then collect 60 percent of the revenue from placements in their applications. Apple has only been selling iAds for about two months—they should go live Jule 1—and so far has many major brands on board, including Disney (Jobs is Disney’s biggest single shareholder, remember), Target, Best Buy, Geico, DirecTV, and other major brands. Unlike traditional banner ads that eject users from applications out into Web browsers, iAds run without exiting a user’s application, providing an interactive experience without causing people to leave apps, or lose work or messages: the goal is an engaging experience that users know is “safe” regardless of the app they’re using.

Video Calling

Of course, that front-facing camera in the iPhone 4 exists for one and only one purpose: video calls. Jobs demonstrated what Apple is dubbing FaceTime video calling with the iPhone 4. The feature will initially be Wi-Fi only and operate iPhone 4 devices—no word in whether FaceTime will support, say, desktops or notebooks equipped with cameras. Users will be able to switch to the rear-mounted 5 megapixel camera on the iPhone 4 to let callers see what they’re seeing, or stick with the front-facing camera for face-to-face chat. Jobs says Apple plans to work with mobile operators to make FaceTime available over 3G data services. Apple says it plans to ship millions of FaceTime-capable devices this year—and if current iPhone sales are any indicator, they’re right—so iPhone 4 users will have plenty of people to talk to. (How far off is an app called FaceTime Roulette?)
Apple says the technology behind FaceTime will be come an industry standard, and will be supported by other devices and services.

2010-12-25T18:21:00.001+05:30

The new Acer Aspire 3935 is a 13.3-inch display Laptop powered by Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor.It has Microsoft Windows Vista® Home Premium operating system and a 4-cell Li-ion Battery. The new Acer Aspire 3935 is a 13.3-inch display Laptop powered by Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor.It has Microsoft Windows Vista® Home Premium operating system and 4-cell Li-ion Battery. Acer Aspire 3935-6504 Specifications :

Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor T7350 (2.0GHz, 3MB L2 Cache, 1066MHz FSB)
Microsoft Windows Vista® Home Premium with Service Pack 1
13.3-inch HD Acer CineCrystal™ LED Display
Mobile Intel® GM45 Express Chipset
3072MB DDR2 1066MHz Memory
ntel® Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD
250GB SATA Hard Drive
8X DVD-Super Multi Double-Layer Drive
Acer Crystal Eye Web Camera
5-in-1 Digital Media Card Reader
Intel® WiFi Link 5100 802.11a/g/Draft-N Wireless LAN
Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution
3 – USB 2.0 Ports
Acer Touch-Sensitive Hotkeys
Convenience Buttons
4-cell Li-ion Battery
1.98 KG.
12.8″ (W) x 1.0″ (H) x 9.3″ (D)

RAGADA

2010-12-25T18:16:00.000+05:30

Movie
Ragada

Director
Veeru Potla

Producer
D Shiva Prasad Reddy

Music
Taman

Cast

Nagarjuna, Anushka, Priyamani, Brahmanandam, Pradeep Rawat, Kota Srinivas Rao

Akkineni Nagarjuna stole the limelight when he entered the sets of the film Ragada, with such a mass title, having crossed 50. Coming as the swansong of the year 2010, the film evoked mixed response among the audiences on the lines of his previous films Don and King. Let us see, what the film has to spare for Nag and is it really worth the bucks for the audiences out on the New Year hungama.

Set in the backdrop of the low-rung mafia in Hyderabad, Satya (Nagarjuna), whose whereabouts are maintained a secret, happens to win the confidence of a goon GK (Dev Gill), whose love interest is Sirisha (Sirisha). Coming as an expected twist, Sirisha falls in love with Satya, who in turn encounters another ravishing girl Ashata Lakshmi (Priyamani), after rescuing her from baddies. Like a Telugu movie of the 70s, the hero is caught between two girls. Naturally, the confidence of GK in Satya is shaken, followed by sudden spurt of troubles for the hero from the enemies of Ashta Lakshmi. How Satya cuts through the deal? It forms the rest of the story.

Despite in his 50s, Nagarjuna rocked in several scenes, particularly the romantic ones, apart from giving a wholesome entertainment in stunts and comedy. Tall, luring and tumultuous expressions; Anushka came out with a feast to the eyes of her fans, though she doesn’t really have any prominent role to play from the point of view of characterization.

Priyamani could give a tough fight to her colleague Anushka in terms of glamour and beauty. Brahmanandam as usual makes his presence felt and contributes to the comedy department in a significant manner, but due to lack of punch in the second half, his characterization slowly loses its importance. Heavy presence of baddies Pradeep Rawat, Dev Gill, Supreeth, Kota Srinivasa Rao and Shravan could not bring seriousness to the film.

Showing the villainy factor in the comical light has weakened the entertainment quotient. Charmme’s presence comes as a soother with sensuous appeal. Dharmavarapu and Master Barath have done their part well, ticking the aesthetic sense of the crowds.

The script lacked originality and one would surely feel that though Nag did dynamic acting, this kind of a thing was an oddity to him. Screenplay is clumsy in parts. The first half runs at a brisk pace, with a sudden drop in the second half. Songs are entertaining, coupled with a mass appeal, but at the same time they come as speed breakers.

Music is good in parts. Editing is abrupt at several points. Dialogues are interesting from the start to finish, while at some stretches they are exposed to deliberateness.

The movie might catch the attention of the non-serious audiences, while it has the strength to enthuse the hardcore Nag fans. Its future depends on the ensuing Sankranthi releases.

Verdict: Average

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Yamaha Fazer 150cc motorcycle photo

The Yamaha Fazer, the latest in India Yamaha Motor’s highly successful FZ line-up consisting of the FZ-16 and the FZ-S motorcycles, will be priced at Rs 72,000 (ex-showroom, Delhi.)
Yukimine Tsuji, Yamaha CEO and MD, said, “New Fazer is the latest addition in our portfolio of technologically superior bikes and we hope to provide the latest touring experience.”
Let us take a moment to remember that this is not some super racing motorcycle. Sure, the looks are superb by Indian standards. Probably even more dynamic lookswise than the FZ-16. Quality too is in a class of its own. However, in pure horsepower stakes, there are other motorcycles, including the Hero Honda Karizma, that can beat the Fazer 150 hands down.
He said that the company had announced its investments plans during Auto Expo 2008, and had promised to give India the feel of high technology and real Yamaha.
Tsuji added, “Today the investment comes alive in the form of this internationally benchmarked modern manufacturing facility.”
“New Fazer is the latest addition in our portfolio of technologically superior bikes including YZF-R15, FZ-16 and FZ-S” which exhibit Yamaha’s global ingredients – Performance, Innovation & Design and are the Best Products currently in the market to fulfill the aspirations of Indian biking enthusiasts,” he added.
The sporty Yahama Fazer motorcycle will be available in four colors: Electric Blue, Midnight Black, Lava Red, and Flaming Orange.
Based on the FZ-16 platform, the Yamaha Fazer motorcycle is 1,975mm in length,770mm in width, and 1,045mm in hieght.
The Yamaha Fazer motorcycle is powered by a 153cc air-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 2-valve single cylinder engine that develops 14PS of maximum output at 7500rpm and maximum torque of 14Nm at 6500rpm.

The Yamaha Fazer motorcycle has a wheelbase of 1,335mm, and has a minimum ground clearance of 160mm.
The 150cc Yamaha Fazer motorcycle gets fatter 140/60 rear tyres with 17? alloy wheels.
The Yamaha Fazer motorcycle will be rolled out from Yahama Motor India’s new facility at Surajpur, Uttar Pradesh.
India Yahama Motor has had a fair deal of success in the Indian market. In June 2009, India Yamaha Motor rung up sales of 17,878 units, an 84 per cent increase compared to the 9,699 units it sold in June 2008.
Meanwhile, India Yahama Motor also plans to launch exclusive racing kits in India, in collaboration with racing equipment maket Daytona, for Yamaha’s YZF-R15 and FZ series models.
The motorcycle racing kits would have adjustable back steps, high-lift cams, full exhaust system, and braking parts like big diameter petal disc brakes, master cylinder, and stainless steel hose, and would be available in India from September 2009, the company has said.

Yamaha Fazer 150 specs

Engine type    Air-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 2-valve
Displacement    153.0cm3
Maximum power    14PS / 7500 rpm
Maximum torque    14 Nm / 6000 rpm
Starting system    Electric start
Fuel tank capacity    12 litres
Transmission type    Return type 5-speed
Brake type(front/rear)    Hydraulic single disc / drum
Headlight    12V35W/35W+35W
Overall Length × Width × Height    1,975mm × 770mm × 1,045mm
Seat height    790mm
Wheelbase    1,335mm
Minimum ground clearance    160mm
Dry weight/Kerb weight    130 kg / 141 kg

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Mahindra Mojo Technical Specifications:

Overall length x width x height in mm 2100 x 830 x 1270
Seat Height in mm 820
Wheelbase, in mm 1450
Minimum ground clearance 150
Kerb Weight ( with 90 % fuel, Tools etc) 160
Engine Type Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, 4 Valves – Direct Drive, SI
Displacement 292 cc
Bore x Stroke 78 mm x 61.2 mm
Compression Ratio 11 : 1
Maximum Power 19.3 kW @ 8500 rpm
Maximum Torque 24 N.m @ 7000 rpm
Starting System Self Start
Ignition System ECU (Electronic Control Unit)
Fuel Tank Capacity in liters 15.5
Transmission Type / Gear Box Constant Mesh, 6 speed
Frame Type Twin Tube Exposed frame in Steel, Shining yellow painted; Diamond Frame
Wheel Type Alloy Wheel
Rim Size (Front / Rear) Front 2.75 x 17”; Rear 4.00 x 17”
Tire Size (Front / Rear) – Tubeless 100/80 – 17” (Front) 150/60 -17” (Rear)- radial
Brake Type (Front / Rear) Disc 320 mm (Front); Disc 220 mm (Rear);
Suspension Type (Front / Rear) Inverted fork Telescopic hydraulic-damped (Front);
120 mm stroke Horizontally mounted Mono Shox; air + hydraulic damping. (Rear)
Battery 12V, 9 AH; Maintenance Free
Head Lamp Twin Beams; 35W / 35W X 2; Halogen Bulb (Multi Reflector Type)
Marker / Pilot Lamps 4 LED’s each side, above twin beam Head Lights
Tail Lamp LED based (with 12 LED’s)
Source: Mahindra2Wheelers.com
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