Monday, October 11, 2010

Gadgetophilia (Gadgets) – Weekly Newsletter for October 4-11, 2010

Monday, October 11, 2010


US close to unveiling flying car as Iran reveals hybrid flying boat squadron

MELBOURNE – Two major superpowers – US and Iran – have been involved in building flying hybrid vehicles presumably for patrol and reconnaissance.

While US is close to unveiling a helicopter-Humvee, Iran reportedly already has several squadrons of small reconnaissance boat-planes called Bavar 2.

Both are designed to move between air and ground or water as easily … Original article on : US close to unveiling flying car as Iran reveals hybrid flying boat squadron.

Best 3 Wireless Keyboard in 2010

Wireless Keyboard has gained popularity nowadays among people who don’t want any wire around them. When it comes to a wireless keyboard we would not recommend going for the cheapest option. Here we have made a list of three wireless keyboards that we think are the best in the market.
HP Wireless Elite Keyboard
This keyboard is …. Original article  : Best 3 Wireless Keyboard in 2010.

Nokia C6 : Specifications and Features

Nokia, one of the most trusted names in cellphone industry is trying hard to provide a package of high-end yet affordable phones. With this view in mind they have come up with the C series, which is one of the busiest series of Nokia which went to model 1 to 6 within no time and … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Nokia C6 : Specifications and Features.

Sony Xperia Takes On The Smart Phone Segment

With so many options in the current smart phone segment does the Sony Xperia has what it takes to survive?
The Sony Ericsson XPERIA X8 has a TFT touch screen. About 16 million colors are supported in the screen. Thus the XPERIA X8 increases the pixel resolution by a notch. The offered resolution is at …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Sony Xperia Takes On The Smart Phone Segment.

Top 3 Best 3D TVs

The Third Dimension has seamlessly paved its path into virtuality.
In-fact the 3D TV biz is growing by the day. A lot of big names are investing in this field and are coming up with their edition of 3D entertainment. Well, onething is for sure it is costly and if you are planning to get one … Read : Top 3 Best 3D TVs.

Acer Aspire One D255 Gets Dual Core @ $330

Acer has launched yet another attractive netbook, the Aspire One D255 model on 27th August 2010. This model looks almost identical to D260, but in terms of specs it’s got a striking difference with a brand new dual-core Atom N550 processor, which is slightly better than the disgusting single core N270 or N28 processors.
The … Read : Acer Aspire One D255 Gets Dual Core @ $330.

Toyota says 3.7M vehicles fixed; Cites progress in addressing safety recalls

Toyota says 3.7M vehicles fixed under recalls

WASHINGTON – Toyota Motor Corp. said Monday it had fixed about 3.7 million vehicles in the United States as part of its massive safety recalls, citing progress in rebuilding its reputation for safety.
The world’s largest automaker said in a progress report Monday that it had aggressively responded to safety …. Original article  : Toyota says 3.7M vehicles fixed; Cites progress in addressing safety recalls.

Ultrasone Edition 10 headphone Sounds Expensive

If you are really happy enough to have an ordinary headphone then you are probably not the kind of person who really need the new Ultrasone Edition 10 luxury headphone, but if you are not the one then you have something to celebrate. The Germany based company have added another feather after releasing this …. Read the original article  : Ultrasone Edition 10 headphone Sounds Expensive.

Motorola MT716 OPhone Launched in China

Did you ever dream of a phone without the awkward spongy keyboard and every other good features of the Motorola Droid? Well, then the Droid of your dream has landed on this earth but you can avail it only if you are in China. It has some funky features inbuilt and it may be … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Motorola MT716 OPhone Launched in China.

AP Source: Buick brand to get luxury version of Chevrolet Cruze called Verano early in 2012

AP Source: Buick brand to get luxury compact car

DETROIT – General Motors will announce the addition of a new compact car to its Buick luxury brand Thursday as the automaker broadens its lineup of fuel efficient vehicles.
Buick will add a luxury version of the Chevrolet Cruze that will be called the Verano, according to a … Read more »».

Best 3 Mobile Phones within Rs. 10000 in India

Mobile Phone market is constantly changing its parameters with continuous updates in model offerings in different price segments. The sub Rs. 10000 segment is one of the most attracting price range for almost every manufacturer. Only a few years back, an inbuilt camera in a Rs 10,000 mobile would mean a bargain but now …. Read the original article  : Best 3 Mobile Phones within Rs. 10000 in India.

Huawei Introduces IDEOS Andriod Smartphone

The global leader in the mobile broadband segment Huawei is an uncommon name in the manufacturing of smartphone. But this Chinese company is all set to leverage the popularity of Android smartphone in the market by introducing Huawei IDEOS smartphone filled with Android 2.2 operating system. It surprises you this comes high-tech advanced phone come … Read more : Huawei Introduces IDEOS Andriod Smartphone.

3 Horror Games You Must Play This Halloween

Halloween is near and to get more fun out of it, playing scary computer video games is a must. Those games can create a haunting and spooky atmosphere in the long, cold nights of Halloween. The adventure that can turn on the goose-flakes of a skeptic player of this times. Here are some scary … Read more : 3 Horror Games You Must Play This Halloween.

Hitachi Limited Unveils New HDD

TOKYO, JAPAN (GaeaTimes.com)- In a latest development Hitachi-LG Data Storage announced a new hybrid drive that will offer better performance despite a small form factor. It is meant for use in laptops. The drive is in its second incarnation and blends a latest Blu Ray Optical drive and flash memory which in the end … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Hitachi Limited Unveils New HDD.

Best 3 Laptop under Rs 40000 in India

Laptops have become an indispensable part of our modern life. A decade back, a laptop would denote a status quo but, with the advancement of technology laptops are in use everywhere and they have become a part of daily lives of many people. Limited capacity netbooks are available at a price of less than 20,000 … Read more »»».

Best 3 netbooks under $400

In the past few years netbooks have created a market of their own. These low price and limited power laptops have become very useful for business on the road. If your primary need is taking notes in the class or surfing the net in coffee shop, a netbook is ideal for you. Most of …. Original source  : Best 3 netbooks under $400.

Motorola Unveils Droid Pro Android Smartphone: Features

Motorola has been maintaining its trend of concealing the design of upcoming mobile handset everytime. And Droid Pro is not an exception. The design and specifications of the phone was a complete secret until it was unveiled on Wednesday.

Unfortunately, no one gets clue about the Droid Pro since its didn’t get leaked over the internet. … Read : Motorola Unveils Droid Pro Android Smartphone: Features.

Best 3 headphones under $100

A good headphone is the most simple and effective way for listening to mind blowing music without disturbing your neighbor. Whether you’re listening to your MP3 player or rocking out at home to your high-end stereo you have to have good headphone to get the best out of your audio device. But if you … Original article on : Best 3 headphones under $100.

BlackBerry Curve 3G Features and Specifications

IM’s entry level BlackBerry Curve 3G is a real good gadget except for the fact that it hits hard on your wallet. This phone has a lot in the offering. It comes around with contemporary popular features and it is 3G enabled. Here are it’s detailed features and specifications -
Available Features
* 3G network support
* Optical …. Read the original article  : BlackBerry Curve 3G Features and Specifications.

Logitech Revue for Google TV Awaits Pre-order

Google has come together with Logitech for the Google TV Box that will enable the users to enjoy Google’s offerings. The Logitech Google TV Box is now up for pre-order. The price of Revue is around $299.
A set of interesting facts and features about the Google TV Box have been unveiled. Some of the … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Logitech Revue for Google TV Awaits Pre-order.

The Toshiba Folio Looks Ready To Take On The Tablet Market

If you are looking for an alternative to the Apple iPad then the Toshiba Folio is your take. This gadget is targeted towards the consumers who are constantly mobile and have the need to stay connected
24×7.

Specification:
Processor Nvidia tegra 2 (usually up to 1Ghz)
Screen 10.1-Inch / 1024 x 600 / WSVGA / capacitive … Original article on : The Toshiba Folio Looks Ready To Take On The Tablet Market.

Apple iPhone 4 Glass Back Issue

Apple has always been in news, but this days it isn’t for good.
Post the iPhone Antennagate and iPad printer support crisis, the company faces yet another controversy in regard to its iPhone 4 design. Steve Jobs has always been witty enough to escape down the lane. He always tracks down the problem and some … Read more >>>.

SMG accessory for PlayStation Move announced

When PlayStation Emigrate was announced by Sony, it also brought a stack of accessories at that particular time and now it has raised the charging stand along with the so-called happy-go-lucky-gun for the real players.
The purpose is straight and clear i.e. to get rid of the of the third parties who’ve filled in general … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : SMG accessory for PlayStation Move announced.

3 Most Expensive Watches in the World

A wrist watch symbolizes the social status. Wearing an expensive watch almost always gives the wearer a sense of prestige. But the word expensive has no boundary and there is always a more expensive one than what you thought was the most expensive in this world. Here we have listed 3 watches which we … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : 3 Most Expensive Watches in the World.

Apple iMac 27-inch Desktop Review

Apple’s computer range needs no introduction. The new upgradation in the iMacs renders the best features in the all-in-one computers available. The Apple iMac 27-inch desktop is an excellent blend of classy design and unmatched features.

The screen of the desktop is gorgeous with 2560 by 1440 pixel resolution. This unique range offers you a LED-backlit … Original source on Gaea Times at : Apple iMac 27-inch Desktop Review.

Best 3 Camera Mobile Phones under $200

Only a decade back a camera in a mobile was considered as a very highly advanced gadget and nowadays most of us can easily afford to get a mobile phone with camera, Bluetooth, internet facility, etc. Here is a quick glance at those camera mobiles which are worth buying and cost in under … Read more »»».

Samsung Transform on Sprint Landing on October 10

NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com) — Yesterday at the CTIA, Samsung has announced a lower-end Android phone, called Transform on Sprint. The phone along with two other inexpensive Android phones will be launched on October 10 for the Sprint.
Unlike Galaxy, Transform runs Vanilla Android 2.1. It lacks touchscreen and is devoid of specs.
The new device …. Source article  : Samsung Transform on Sprint Landing on October 10.

1 in 20 Brits dumped for spending too much time on gizmos

LONDON – A survey has shown that Britons are really obsessed with their gadgets and gizmos.

According to consumer website eXpansys, which did the research, one in twenty has even been dumped by their partner for spending too much time on their latest gizmo.

The survey also showed that 30 percent admitted cuddling up under the sheets …. Source article  : 1 in 20 Brits dumped for spending too much time on gizmos.

Best 3 Video Cards in 2010

If you are an avid gamer, you already know how important a graphics card or video card is for the speeding up of 3D scenes and 2D graphics. Video capture, TV-tuner adapter, MPEG-2/MPEG-4 decoding, etc. are a breeze if there is a good video card installed at your system. Other more advanced high performance …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Best 3 Video Cards in 2010.

Best 3 Camcorders to buy in 2010

Camcorders have come a long way since its release to general consumer back in 1986. In those days we had to carry huge bulky equipment but today a camcorder can be carried even in a pocket! The next generation mini camcorders use hard drives or SD memory card as storage devices instead of cassettes. …. Source  : Best 3 Camcorders to buy in 2010.

Logitec LDR-PME8U2V Series: New Generation Ultra-light USB DVD Burner

Logitec has announced a new generation ultra light USB external DVD R/RW Drive. The new LDR-PME8U2V Series has all features that one want in any external DVD burning device. We all know that USB DVD burner has become essential for most of the laptop user, especially those who mostly use netbooks as none of the …. Source article  : Logitec LDR-PME8U2V Series: New Generation Ultra-light USB DVD Burner.

AT&T Outs Pantech Laser with AMOLED Screen

AT&T has announced Pantech Laser which is their slimmest sliding QWERTY Android smartphone till date. The Laser is not a high end phone with all the nifty features and specs. It is mainly targeted towards the starters and is labeled as a quick messaging phone. The Laser will cost you $99.99 with a 2-year … Read this article on Gaea Times at : AT&T Outs Pantech Laser with AMOLED Screen.

Summary Box: UAE state news agency says Gulf state won’t go ahead with BlackBerry ban Monday

Summary Box: UAE, BlackBerry resolve dispute

BAN AVERTED: The United Arab Emirates is backing off a threat of cut key BlackBerry services over security concerns on Monday.
CONCESSIONS: The government says it has reached a deal with device maker Research in Motion Ltd., but it didn’t elaborate. RIM declined to comment specifically on the decision, but says … Original source on Gaea Times at : Summary Box: UAE state news agency says Gulf state won’t go ahead with BlackBerry ban Monday.

Gateway ZX4951 and ZX6951 AIO Desktop Out Now

Gateway has expanded its line of AIO (all-in-one) desktops by introducing two new models to its family of ZX One Series. The two new models are dubbed as ZX4951 and ZX6951 comes at a price of $899.99 and $999.99 respectively. The chassis of both type models are brilliantly designed to give it a classy look … Read more >>>.

Adobe Air Gets to Android

NEW YORK (GaeaTimes.com) — Finally, Android paved a new dimension with the incorporation of Adobe Air into its OS. Adobe Air was expected to arrive in the Andorid Market by the last quarter of this year and so it has.
Its a great news for the developers because they can now publish Actionscript. Moreover, 3 … Read : Adobe Air Gets to Android.

Nokia C3 soon to hit Indian Market

NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com) — The stalwart mobile handset maker Nokia is all set to land a new unit in the Indian market. Nokia has announced that it will launch C3 very soon.
Nokia C3 boasts a full QWERTY keyboard and dedicated to social networking. T S Sridhar, Regional General Manager-South, Nokia India, said, that … Original source on Gaea Times at : Nokia C3 soon to hit Indian Market.

Micromax Pike X510 Launched

NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- Micromax, an India based company which has become the third largest selling mobile handset maker in the country very fast after entering the market has released a stellar model named Pike X510. It is a Touchscreen based phone and a bliss for the gadget freaks who are light on budget. … Read more »».

Sony Ericsson Unveils New Handsets

NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- Sony Ericsson is trying to woo the young generation with a number of new handsets running on Android OS that is a rage these days. In India, the company has so far remained a favorite for the high end users while the budget segment has been captured by the … Read : Sony Ericsson Unveils New Handsets.

Best 3 LCD TV to Buy in 2010

In the last few years LCD TV prices have fallen off very rapidly and also made great technological advancements at the same time. And now if you go to the market to buy an LCD TV you’re sure to find yourself puzzled amidst a plethora of models from different manufacturers. Here are 3 LCD …. Original source  : Best 3 LCD TV to Buy in 2010.

Firefox 4 Beta 1 hits Android and Maemo devices

After a successful run in desktops and laptops Firefox has now released its browser for Android and Maemo mobile phones. Surely this is a huge step for Mozilla.

The Android and Maemo version of Firefox is the richest and coolest mobile browser till date. With an awesome tool bar, spectacular screen and built in sync bar … Read : Firefox 4 Beta 1 hits Android and Maemo devices.

Best 3 Bluetooth Headset

Regardless of ages, Bluetooth headsets are becoming more and more important in our everyday life as they cut down the hassle for the lazy ones to reach their pocket or bag to receive a phone call while on the go. There are lots of manufacturers of Bluetooth headsets but Motorola, Nokia and Plantronics have …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Best 3 Bluetooth Headset.

Best 3 Business Laptops for 2010

For the past few years business laptops have created a market segment of their own. Business users need a high performance laptop in a lightweight form factor which won’t break their back as they need to carry it to a number of places. A number of manufacturers are designing and marketing dedicated business laptops …. Read the original article  : here.

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