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Specs Comparison: Samsung Galaxy S III vs. Motorola Droid Razr Maxx HD

admin — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 10:04:36 +0000

The Motorola Droid Razr Maxx HD was announced recently and comes well stocked in terms of specs and features. It has the potential of beating some of the top phones in the market. So, here is a comparison between the topmost Android smartphone in the market, the Samsung Galaxy S III and the newcomer.

Ergonomics & Design

The S III measures 136.6 mm in length, 70.6 mm in breadth and 8.6 mm in thickness. The S III weighs 133 g. The Razr Maxx HD measures 131.9 mm lengthwise, 67.9 mm breadthwise and 9.3 mm thick. The phone weighs 157 g The Razr Maxx HD sports a Super AMOLED display of 4.7 inches with a resolution of 720 * 1280 pixels. The S III on the other hand has an amazing Super AMOLED display of 4.8 inches with the same resolution of 720 * 1280 pixels. The S III has an all plastic finish with a flimsy ultra-thin back cover.

The Razr Maxx HD and the S III run on Android v4.0.4 (now upgradable to v4.1). The Razr Maxx HD is driven by a dual core processor clocked at 1.5 GHz. The S III however is driven by a quad core processor clocked at 1.4 GHz and packed with an impressive Exynos 4412 chip.

Memory

The Razr Maxx HD has 32 GB of internal space and 1 GB RAM. It also has a micro SD slot that can house up to 32 GB of extra memory. The S III comes in three models based on internal memory – 16 GB, 32 GB and 64 GB each available with 1 GB RAM. The S III has a micro SD slot too that can house up to 64 GB of extra memory.

Camera

The Razr Maxx HD has an 8 MP unit in the rear too with features as LED flash, geo tagging, touch focus, 1080p video, etc. The S III camera is an 8 MP sensor too but with reams of features as image stabilization, touch focus, 108p video capture and LED flash. The Razr Maxx HD features a 1.3 MP secondary camera while the S III has a 1.9 MP sensor as its secondary camera.

Connectivity

The Razr Maxx HD is a CDMA phone. It also has LTE connectivity enabled via LTE. The S III has 2G, 3G and 4G networks via GSM, HSDPA and LTE respectively. Wireless networks are enabled via Wi-Fi 802.11, DLNA, Wi-Fi hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, etc. EDGE and GPRS are available in both phones.

Battery Life

The Li-Ion battery in the Razr Maxx HD is rated at 3300 mAh. The S III has a 2100 mAh Li-Ion battery and offers more than 21 hours of talk time.

Price

The price of the Razr Maxx HD is available for $650. The Samsung Galaxy S III is priced around $550 USD.

Wrap Up

The Razr Maxx HD is undoubtedly a good phone with some great specs. However, the S III is the winner with its greater memory space, connectivity options and quad core processor.

Source: Specs Comparison: Samsung Galaxy S III vs. Motorola Droid Razr Maxx HD on Android Lounge - Let's Talk Android.

A Look At The Latest Consumer Trends For Mobile Technology Including Pay As You Go Sims

admin — Sat, 19 Jan 2013 07:58:07 +0000

Has the iPhone had its day?

We take a look at the latest consumer trends for mobile technology

The mobile technology industry is one of the fastest-moving in the world. As befits a sector which sells tools for lightning-fast communication and trans-national calls and messages at the touch of a button, the growth and expansion of the popularity and usage of mobile telephone devices is one of the barometers of the speed and voracity of supply and demand in twenty-first century economies.

And as one might expect in an industry built on speed, rapid communication and quick-fire response, the trends and features which characterize the industry’s leading players also change and transform rapidly, with great force and sometimes curious side-effects.

Who after all would have predicted that the iPhone, the success story which really kicked off the smartphone phenomenon nearly ten years ago, would be eclipsed by a little-swooned-over brand, Samsung, that’s now one of the most in-demand in the world?

And who would have predicted that pay as you go sims would find a resurgence of popularity as do-it-yourself mobile networks like giffgaff create flexible, bundle-based packages for smartphone dealers who are now beginning to tire of the always-increasing monthly charges from contract phone suppliers?

Let’s take a closer look at these two major trends in the mobile industry, and examine whether they are passing phases, or whether in fact they tell us something prescient about modern consumer behaviour.

iPhone vs Samsung Galaxy: smartphone kings?

This year, with the release of the much-anticipated iPhone 5, the big news was not that this Apple megastar was the big hit. Rather, the huge news of 2012 is that Samsung’s Galaxy range, the iPhone’s biggest competitor in recent years, has seemingly cemented its reputation as the world’s favourite smartphone. Reports in mid-November confirm that for Q3 of this year, the Samsung Galaxy 3 helped Samsung outsell Apple and Nokia.

Regular new models, solid advertising campaigns and steady, stylish reputation mean the brand has been seen favourably, and we may find that it wins out in the long term.

Pay as you go returns

Another new trend on the radar is the re-emergence of pay as you go as an option for smartphone users and travelers who wish to use a more flexible, personal tariff. Shop and call centre-free network giffgaff, owned by O2, is the epitome of this. Bundles and goodybags allow users to keep buying data for their smartphones without a contract.

Source: A Look At The Latest Consumer Trends For Mobile Technology Including Pay As You Go Sims on Android Lounge - Let's Talk Android.

Specs Comparison: Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 vs. Asus Google Nexus 7

admin — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 09:16:47 +0000

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 was announced recently and has a decent list of specs. The Google Nexus 7 which has been designed by Asus is so far one of the unbeatable tablets in the market with a good price tag. The Korean Giant will definitely be facing some tough competition from the Nexus 7. Here is a comparison between the two tablets.

Ergonomics & Design

The Nexus 7 measures 198.5 mm in length, 120 mm in breadth and 10.5 mm in thickness. It weighs 340 g. The dimensions of the Galaxy Tab 2 are not known. The Galaxy Tab 2 features a PLS LCD display of 7 inches with a resolution 600 * 1024 pixels and a pixel density of 170 ppi. The Nexus 7 sports a LED backlit TFT display of 7 inches with a resolution of 800 * 1280 pixels and a sharpness of 216 ppi. The Nexus 7 screen is made of protective Corning Glass.

The Galaxy Tab 2 is equipped with Android operating system the version being v4.0.3 (Ice Cream Sandwich). The Nexus 7 works on Android platform as well except that the version is v4.1 (Jellybean). The Galaxy Tab 2 is driven by a dual core processor clocked at 1.2 GHz. The Nexus 7 is driven by a quad core processor with an Nvidia Tegra 3 chipset and 1.3 GHz clock speed.

Memory

The Galaxy Tab 2 has 8 GB storage with 1 GB RAM. The Nexus 7 has 8 GB and 16 GB models each available with 1 GB RAM. The Nexus 7 does not have a card slot. The Galaxy Tab 2 has a micro SD slot that can house up to 32 GB.

Camera

The Galaxy Tab 2 features a 3.15 MP primary camera with features as geo tagging, etc. The Nexus 7 is equipped with a 1.2 MP unit in the rear with video calling feature. The Nexus 7 and the Galaxy Tab 2 record video with a quality of 720p. The Nexus 7 doesn’t have a front camera but the Galaxy Tab 2 owns a VGA as its secondary camera.

Connectivity

The Nexus 7 doesn’t have 2G, 3G or 4G networks. The Galaxy Tab 2 is a CDMA device. GPRS and EDGE features aren’t available either. However, the tablets are Wi-Fi enabled and also have Bluetooth feature. The Nexus 7 additionally has a NFC chip.

Battery Life

The Nexus 7 is driven by a Li-Ion battery rated at 4325 mAh offering 10 hours of talk time. Details about the Galaxy Tab 2’s battery aren’t known.

Price

The 8 GB Nexus 7 version is priced at $235 while the 16 GB version is available at $275. The Galaxy Tab 2’s price is not known yet.

Wrap Up

The Nexus 7 is a solid performer and easily the best tablet around for the thriftier buyer. It has a wider range of great features as compared to the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0. Moreover, with so many Galaxy Tabs in the market, there is nothing absolutely great about this one. The Nexus 7 has better features in almost all zones. So, the Nexus 7 is the obvious winner.

Source: Specs Comparison: Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 vs. Asus Google Nexus 7 on Android Lounge - Let's Talk Android.

Stuart Hughes Signed A Gold Ambassador Limited Edition iPhone 5

admin — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 18:00:42 +0000

Continues unabated the creative work of Stuart Hughes, who has transformed his workshop in Liverpool in a source of ideas. One of the pearls is the latest Apple iPhone 5 Ambassador 24ct Gold limited edition, in special series of 100 pieces. The famous product of Apple, thanks to the treatment aureus, shines a light luxury, sure to please a certain audience who would do anything to own the best fashion gadgets.

The version used is 64 GB, with cover embellished by an expanse of yellow gold 24 carats. To make it even more special this model provides the perimeter of the frame, studded with Swarovski crystals. These are also present on the navigation key and the logo of the house of Cupertino, for a total of 653 bodies sparkling decorations.

Each stone is fixed individually, giving the measure of the precision with which each piece has been worked. The device comes in a wooden box, with certificate of authenticity. If you really want this then you have to pay 3,495 pounds. Not everyone will appreciate the proposal, disliked by those who love simplicity. Those who like to stand out, however, will be tempted by the work, which expresses his character in refined form and not excessive.

Source: Stuart Hughes Signed A Gold Ambassador Limited Edition iPhone 5 on Android Lounge - Let's Talk Android.

Ferrari Cavallino Headphones | White G150i Headphones

admin — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 17:50:15 +0000

In the catalog of the Ferrari Store G150i there are earphones that seal the love for the world of “prancing horse”, cultivated by long rows of fans around the world. Many of these supporters of the myth of Maranello can not afford a “red” and are content to any object of the brand to feel intimately connected to a family of which they are an active part.

Of course, owning a touring Emilian with emotions of a very different tenor is not what most really want, but everyone is satisfied with what he can. Even a simple audio accessory with the legendary logo in a proper light can play a similar role with dignity. That symbol, in fact, is able to arouse special emotions, anywhere. Who does not love Ferrari can not understand it, but no matter. The market, after all, is full of gadgets to suit all tastes. Everyone then goes to confession in the church of your choice.

The earphones are made of lightweight aluminum, molded in a sober style. The articles are equipped with 10 mm drivers with patented technology Thin Film Acoustic Technology (TFAT9) and shield from the noise well. Even if the sheet is not breaking, the charm is all there, at least for lovers of the myth, in exchange for the cost of 167 euro, also receive a compact protective case made of carbon fiber.

Source: Ferrari Cavallino Headphones | White G150i Headphones on Android Lounge - Let's Talk Android.

Specs Comparison: Motorola Droid Razr M vs. Samsung Galaxy S3

admin — Sun, 16 Dec 2012 08:08:16 +0000

The new Droid family’s smallest member – the Motorola Droid Razr M has made quite an impression. It is adorned with a quality screen and slim line dimensions. The phone is well stocked in specs and is definitely going to give some tough competition to other smartphones in the market. In today’s article, we are comparing the Droid Razr M with the top phone of today’s market, the Samsung Galaxy S III.

Ergonomics & Design:

The S III measures 136.6 mm lengthwise, 70.6 mm breadthwise and 8.6 mm thick. The phone weighs 133 g. The Razr M measures 122.5 mm in length, 60.9 mm in breadth and 8.3 mm in thickness. It weighs 126 g. The S III features a Super AMOLED display with amazing clarity and brightness and a resolution of 720 * 1280 pixels spread over the 4.5 inch panel. The Razr M also has a Super AMOLED touchscreen but with a resolution of 540 * 960 pixels. It is a 4.3 inch panel and is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass like the S III.

OS:

The phones run on Android v4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich). The S III is driven by a quad core processor clocked at 1.4 Ghz and packed with an Exynos 4412 quad chipset. The Razr M is powered by a dual core processor clocked at 1.5 GHz.

Memory:

The S III comes in three models based on internal storage – 16 GB, 32 GB and 64 GB each available with 1 GB RAM. The phone has a micro SD slot that can house up to 64 GB of extra memory. The Razr M has 8 GB of internal space and 1 GB RAM. Its micro SD slot can house up to 32 GB.

Camera:

The phones sport 8 MP shooters in the rear with features as LED flash, geo tagging and touch focus. The S III camera can simultaneously shoot HD videos and images. The phone cameras can record 1080p video at a frame rate of 30 fps. The S III features a 1.9 MP secondary camera that can shoot 720p video at 30 fps. The Razr M has a VGA as its front camera.

Connectivity:

The phones support 2G, 3G and 4G networks. While the S III is GSM and HSDPA enabled, the Razr M has a dual antenna system. It supports both CDMA and GSM connectivity. In other words, the Razr M can be used anywhere in the world. EDGE and GPRS are enabled on both phones. Wireless connection options include Wi-Fi 802.11, DLNA, Wi-Fi hotspot, etc. Bluetooth, NFC and micro USB v2.0 are local area connectivity options.

Battery Life:

The S III is fuelled by a Li-Ion battery rated at 2100 mAh. The Li-Ion battery in the Razr M has a power rating of 2000 mAh.

Price:

The S III is available at $600. The Razr M is supposed to be available at $99 on a two year deal.

Wrap Up:

The Motorola Droid Razr M projects itself as a very popular phone indeed. It is cost effective and the specs are quite a handful for such a price range. It is not without faults though. The design is not up to the mark and screen size seems cramped at times. The Droid Razr M is definitely a phone to watch in the coming months. However, it may not be able to provide competition to the Samsung Galaxy S II.

Source: Specs Comparison: Motorola Droid Razr M vs. Samsung Galaxy S3 on Android Lounge - Let's Talk Android.

Gaming on Android

admin — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 07:21:12 +0000

There has been a huge debate behind the scenes about which mobile operating system is better – iOS, Android or Windows. The two big hitters in the market today are Apple and Android, and so it seems obvious that it would be one of those two since they account for over 50% of the total phones sold every year. But if you’re looking for a phone with unprecedented access to content on the internet, unparalleled reliability and a host of great games then you should look no further than the Android, which is probably the reason why Android smartphones are dominating the market these days.

The Android OS was developed as a standardized operating system that could run on any handset. This meant that companies could spend their time building quality phones and tweak the software to bring their particular phone’s strengths to the surface. So whatever kind of phone you have now, you can be sure that if you need to upgrade, you won’t have to spend a lot of time getting used to a new operating system, as most of the working remains the same and only some useful new features are added along the way to make the operating system more engaging for users.

As well as this, the amount of games and apps available on the Android marketplace is astounding. Hundreds of new titles are produced every month, so the avid gamer will have no problem finding something to play. Not only that, unlike the Apple app market where most of the apps are paid, Android has thousands of free apps that offer great entertainment for zero investment. As well as this, the integrated web browser allows full access to everything that the internet has to offer. So if you’re more interested in playing in an online casino environment, this will be the sort of thing you’ve been looking for.

No matter what your game, you’re sure to find something that will interest you. Whether you’re mad about Poker, roulette or other online casino games, or want to find a new puzzle game to keep you busy as the winter months draw in, there’s something to suit all tastes and it’s all available right in the palm of your hand. Gaming really has come home.

Source: Gaming on Android on Android Lounge - Let's Talk Android.

Specs Comparison: LG Optimus Vu vs. Samsung Galaxy Note 2 N7100

admin — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 08:45:31 +0000

The LG Optimus Vu that was unveiled at the MWC 2012 is going to be marketed as the LG Intuition by Verizon. The LG Intuition is more of a phablet than a phone thanks to its tablet-esque look. So, can this product be Verizon’s answer to the Samsung Galaxy Note 2? Here is a comparison between the two devices.

Ergonomics & Design

The Intuition measures 139.6 mm in length, 90.4 mm in breadth and 8.5 mm in thickness. The device weighs around 168 g. The Galaxy Note 2’s footprint measures 151.1 * 80.5 mm. The Note 2 weighs around 183 g and is 9.4 mm thick. The Intuition sports a HD-IPS LCD display of 5 inches and a resolution of 768 * 1024 pixels. The 4:3 aspect ratio screen of the LG Intuition provides a different take on mobile computing. The Note 2 features a screen with resolution of 720 * 1280 pixels spread over a 5.5 inch Super AMOLED display with a pixel density of 267 ppi and is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 2.

The phones run on Android platform. However, the versions are different. While the Note 2 runs the Jelly Bean v4.1.1, the Intuition is running the relatively older Ice Cream Sandwich. The Intuition is powered by a quad core Nvidia Tegra 3 chipset processor clocked at 1.3 GHz. The Note 2 on the other hand is driven by an efficient quad core ARM Cortex A9 processor packing an Exynos 4412 chipset and having a clock speed of 1.6 GHz.

Memory

The LG Intuition comes with 32 GB on internal memory along with 1 GB RAM. The Note 2 has 16/32/64 GB of internal storage space available with 2 GB RAM. However, the Intuition doesn’t have a micro SD slot while the Note 2 can accommodate 64 GB of extra memory.

Camera

The Note 2 features an 8 MP shooter in the rear with features as LED flash, autofocus, geo tagging, etc. and digital zoom of 4x. The Intuition too has an 8 MP unit in the rear having topnotch features as LED flash, geo tagging, touch focus, autofocus, etc. The phone cameras can also shoot videos at a quality of 1080p and a frame rate of 30 fps. The Note 2 has a 1.9 MP front camera while the Intuition features a 1.3 MP secondary camera.

Connectivity

The Intuition and the Note 2 are GSM and HSDPA enabled. Verizon has provided a 4G network to the Intuition via LTE. Wireless networking is enabled by Wi-Fi 802.11. The phones also have Bluetooth and micro USB port for local area connectivity. The phones have NFC chips.

Battery

The Intuition is fuelled by a Li-Po battery rated at 2080 mAh. The Note 2 is fuelled by a Li-Ion battery rated at 3100 mAh.

Price

The Note 2 is available at $ 650 without any contract. The Intuition is available at $199 from the Verizon at a two year agreement.

Wrap Up

The Intuition may not be able to beat the Galaxy Note 2. Its chances of taking on the S-Pen stylus tablet are hampered by its lack of digitizer and 4:3 aspect ratio.

Source: Specs Comparison: LG Optimus Vu vs. Samsung Galaxy Note 2 N7100 on Android Lounge - Let's Talk Android.

Specs Comparison: LG Optimus G vs. HTC One X

admin — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 14:54:07 +0000

LG has recently launched a monstrously specced Optimus phone – the LG Optimus G. It comes complete with a whole new level of smartphone technology. The company’s new flagship device is very impressive with its spectacular 4.7 inches WXGA, quad core processor, etc. Here is a comparison between the LG Optimus G and of the really topnotch smartphones – the HTC One X.

Ergonomics & Design:

The Optimus G measures 131.9 mm lengthwise, 68.9 mm breadthwise and 8.5 mm in thickness. The phone weighs 145 g. The One X measures 134.4 mm in length, 69.9 mm in breadth and 8.9 mm in thickness. The phone weighs 130 g. The Optimus G sports a true HD-IPS + LCD display of 4.7 inches and with a resolution of 768 * 1280 pixels and a sharpness of 318 ppi. The One X features a Super IPS LCD2 touchscreen of 4.7 inches and a resolution of 720 * 1280 pixels and a sharpness of 312 ppi. The screens are protected by Corning Gorilla Glass. The Optimus G is powered by LG Optimus UI v3.0 while the One X is equipped with the HTC Sense UI.

OS:

The phones are equipped with Android operating systems, the version being v4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) and upgradable to v4.1. The Optimus G is powered by a quad core Krait processor clocked at 1.5 GHz and with a Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset. The One X is driven by a quad core processor too with an Nvidia Tegra 3 chipset and a clock speed of 1.5 GHz.

Memory:

The Optimus G has 32 GB internal space and 2 GB RAM. The One X has 32 GB storage too but with 1 GB RAM. Neither of the phones don’t have a micro SD slot.

Camera:

The Optimus G has a 13 MP or 8 MP primary camera (depends on the market) with features as LED flash, geo tagging, auto focus, etc. The One X has an 8 MP unit in the rear with reams of features such as LED flash, simultaneous HD video and image recording, geo tagging, etc. The phones can shoot 1080p video at a frame rate of 30 fps. They have 1.3 MP front cameras. The One X front camera can shoot 720p video.

Connectivity:

The phones have 2G and 3G networks enabled by GSM and HSDPA. They have GPRS and EDGE features as well. The phones are Wi-Fi enabled. NFC and Bluetooth options are available as well.

Battery Life:

The Optimus G has a Li-Po battery rated at 2100 mAh. The One X is fuelled by a Li-Po battery with a rating of 1800 mAh.

Price:

The One X costs around $650. The price of the LG Optimus G is not known yet.

Wrap Up:

There are hardly any phones that can survive in a spec-to-spec battle with the Optimus G. However, it is too early to call it the phone of the year. We don’t know the price yet so nothing can be predicted. But going by the fact that LG usually undercuts its competitors the LG Optimus G has a good chance of beating the One X and stand out in the throng of top end smartphones in today’s market.

Source: Specs Comparison: LG Optimus G vs. HTC One X on Android Lounge - Let's Talk Android.

How to Update the Samsung Galaxy Note GT-N7000 To Android Jelly Bean Through CyanogenMod 10 Nightly

admin — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 09:10:00 +0000

The Samsung Galaxy Note is one of those lucky devices to receive an official Android 4.1 Jelly Bean update. But no one has any idea when it will arrive. Thankfully, XDA developers have compiled an unofficial CyanogenMod 10 nightly for the phone. Keep in mind that these nightlies are unstable and you might come across some bugs.

The following is the procedure to upgrade the Galaxy Note to Android v4.1.1 Jelly bean via CyanogenMod 10 (nightly).

Prerequisites before installing this ROM:

This procedure is strictly for the Note only (model no, GT-N7000). Using it on other phones might give undesirable results.
Use instructions at your own risk.
Samsung Galaxy Note N7000 with ClockworkMod Recovery installed and running CyanogenMod 9 ROM.
Download the following: unofficial CyanogenMod 10 nightlies and GApps package.
Backup all personal data on your phone in case all data is erased.
Make sure your battery stands at 70% or more.
Don’t flash this ROM if you’re on stock or other ICS firmware, you will brick your device.

Steps To Install CyanogenMod 10 ROM on Samsung Galaxy Note N7000:

Copy the CyanogenMod 10 ROM file into the root of your Galaxy Note SD card.
Turn off your Galaxy Note.
Boot into recovery mode. This can be done by pressing and holding down the Volume Up, Home and Power buttons until recovery boots.
Make a NANDroid Backup of your current ROM. Go to Backup and Restore and select Backup.
Select Wipe data/factory reset. Confirm the action on the next screen.
Select Install ZIP from SD card.
Select Choose ZIP from SD card and select the CyanogenMod 10 ROM file.
Select go back and flash GApps package in the same way.
Select Reboot system now.

Your Galaxy Note has is now running CyanogenMod 10 unofficial nightly.

Source: How to Update the Samsung Galaxy Note GT-N7000 To Android Jelly Bean Through CyanogenMod 10 Nightly on Android Lounge - Let's Talk Android.

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