Gadgetophilia (Gadgets) – Weekly Newsletter for November 8-15, 2010

iPad Updated Version Coming Soon?

CUPERTINO (GaeaTimes.com)- There is no doubt that Apple iPad holds the numero uno spot in the still nascent Internet tablet market. Even after the release of similar products from rivals like HP, Dell and RIM, the position of the Apple iPad remains on the top. The experts also think it will take any company …. Read the original article  : here.

Austrian trio converts iPhone into a touch-screen table!

LONDON – Three Austrian men have taken their love of iPhones to a new level-by converting an iPhone into an iTable.

As seen in a clip on video sharing website, YouTube, when the iPhone is connected to the specially modified table it beams the image of its screen on to the device.

With its special touch screen …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Austrian trio converts iPhone into a touch-screen table!.

Verizon Starts with its First iPad Commercial at Youtube

NEW YORK (GaeaTimes.com) — iPad rolls out into the market from Verizon with its first commercial at Youtube. The spanky new commercial comes with the tagline
All the magic of iPad. All the nationwide power and reliability of Verizon.
The commercial is mainly focused on the usability of the gadget supported by its mobility. The guy … Read more : Verizon Starts with its First iPad Commercial at Youtube.

Laptop on Laps might lead to Infertility in Men

NEW YORK (GaeaTimes) — Do you use your laptop by keeping it on your laps? From now on refrain from this habit as a recent study has suggested that continuous using a laptop by keeping on laps might cause infertility in males.

A recent study by Yelim Sheynkin, a urologist at the State University of New …. Read the original article  : here.

VIZIO 55-Inch LCD now cost you $897.99

Are you planning to bring a LCD at your home? Then this is the best deal for you. VIZIO is offering a 1080p high definition television for less than $1000. Even with $502 rebate, you can get the possession of 55 inches VIZIO E550VA at only $897.99 i.e. 900 bucks.
VIZIO brand is best known … Read more »»».

Why Switch Over To SiftKey For All Your Touchsceen Typings?

What does every other smartphone releasing in the market has in common? Yup they all have touchscreen. So when you find that your spanking new $600 phone refuses to understand what you are typing half the battle is lost. So in order to make the typing process a tad bit easier many 3rd party … Original article on : Why Switch Over To SiftKey For All Your Touchsceen Typings?.

Top and Best Most Popular Gadgets 2010

Gadgets have flooded the markets this year like never before. Another eventful year is shortly to end now. Here is a list of all the top and most popular gadgets and tools that have entertained you. Check it out and get through to figure what you have missed. The lists have been broadly classified …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Top and Best Most Popular Gadgets 2010.

A Closer Look at iPod Nano 6th Generation

When it comes to the brand “iPod“, people don’t seem to need to many reasons to buy it. And following the same trend, the iPod nano has been Apple’s most popular iPod and also not without reason. If we have to go through all the different generations of the iPod nano we’ll notice they …. Source  : A Closer Look at iPod Nano 6th Generation.

Apple’s iOS 4.2 Improvises iPhone Performance

Apple’s iOS 4.2 software update is all set to be launched this month. Reportedly, in the offerings are improved performance that has been tested on Apple’s 2nd gen iPhone 3G, which was unveiled in 2008.
With the golden master of iOS 4.2 installed on an iPhone 3G the performance of the OS has well been … Read : Apple’s iOS 4.2 Improvises iPhone Performance.

New Kobo E-Book Reader: First Look

Kobo e-book reader comes up with its latest version that is far more improved than its original model. The first notable difference between the older and the newer version of the Kobo e-book reader is the introduction of Wi-Fi access.
The Kobo 2 is at par with other competitors like Amazon Kindle and Apple iPad …. Read the original article  : New Kobo E-Book Reader: First Look.

Get Ready for iOS, Android and Windows Phone 7 Development with iOS vs. Android Comparison Study

NEW YORK (GaeaTimes.com) — New Mobile Platforms are on the rise. With every new platform trying to get their market share, the competition is becoming much more intense. But, do you know what makes a mobile platform the defined winner? The answer is “Applications”. Whether it be iOS or Android or the hottest Windows … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Get Ready for iOS, Android and Windows Phone 7 Development with iOS vs. Android Comparison Study.

OlivePad- VT100: Hardly An iPad Challenger

DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- It seems what the Apple said about the dominance of the iPad is turning out to be true. It is still the leading Internet tablet device and despite the release of similar products from rival companies like HP and Dell its dominance is going to continue for a long time … Read more >>.

Japanese Developer Tose Apologizes For Putting PS3 Ahead of Xbox360

Moving on from News to prepostorous News Bloopers Japanese Developer Tose claimed that the PS3 was outselling the XBOX 360 world wide. The developer known for his nintendo games is now apologizing. Thats what we call an Epic Fail.
He claimed that the PS3 was outselling the XBOX 360 based on his own data. According …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Japanese Developer Tose Apologizes For Putting PS3 Ahead of Xbox360.

The Kinect has been Officially Hacked

It is not even a week when Microsoft’s Kinect released to much hype and fanfare. But reports are coming in that the hackers have already broken its security. Well we are sure that the $2000 prize that was associated with performing the task had to do something with it.
The first hacked driver was live …. Read the original article  : The Kinect has been Officially Hacked.

Blu e-cigs Not Yet Welcomed by Airlines

Smoking has been banned long back with most of the flights since June of 2000.
Well, Charter airlines, though, have the option of liberating smoking as long as the passengers who wish to be seated in a non-smoking section are offered a non-smoking seat. Now, E-cigarettes are here as a great alternative for allowing addicts …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

The Washington Post App Now Going Free For iPads

The Washington Post came to the iPad’s App store and its readers would be glad to know that the app is going to cost a whopping cost of ziltch dollars, Yes the app is being distributed free as of now. The collection will feature all the usual Washington post stuff like the news, opinion … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : The Washington Post App Now Going Free For iPads.

Sony RM-KZ1 TV Remote Control For Kids

Sony is here with a caring touch for the kids. Indeed this unique remote control is sure to be an instant hit with the children.
Well, let me be straight forward all together, I’m not quite sure of the fact if I would like my kids to be playing around with a TV remote, it … Original source on Gaea Times at : Sony RM-KZ1 TV Remote Control For Kids.

Droid Pro Gets Released Before Actual Date

Hey did you desperately longed for the Droid Pro to release? We have good news for all of you Verizon’s recent history with gadgets leak before launch has again been invoked. Now we have a early leak for Motorola Droid Pro as well. We saw this effect with the Samsung Continuum. The Droid 2 [..] Read the original article: here.

Mubi Brings Great Movies To A PS3 Near You

What is the best and simultaneously the most odd thing that could ever happen for a gaming console? Well according to Sony it should be classic movies on demand. When Mubi was announced I got excited just by the sheer number of options it opened up in front of me a a gamer and …. Source  : Mubi Brings Great Movies To A PS3 Near You.

Call of Duty Black Ops Quick Review

Call of Duty Black Ops is finally released today among great expectation from the first person shooting game addicts and to say the least, this seventh installment is undoubtedly one of the best military shooter games out there, taking the Call of Duty Series of games to a new level of FPS gaming.
The game, … Original article on : Call of Duty Black Ops Quick Review.

Protect your iPhone 4 with Ballistic HC case

Here we have come up with hard core protective case for your newly bought iPhone 4 so that your device looks as good as the day you bought it.
The Ballistic HC case is designed in such a way to protect the iPhone 4 from any physical shock,drops,dust or scratches. It is made of four …. Read the original article  : here.

Top 5 Mobile Phones in Recent Times in India

In the era of smartphones I am sure you are completely at a loss which one is the best and which one will suit your personality and taste. So here we have listed the top five mobile phones that are ruling the market in recent times.
1) HTC Legend

With Android 2.1 OS this HTC Legend …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Top 5 Mobile Phones in Recent Times in India.

Pixel Watch for Ladies: Electro Luminescent Timepiece

NEW YORK (GaeaTimes.com) — Its a cool new gadget for the ladies. If you know that you are geeky, show it off with the cool new Pixel Watch for Ladies. With a sleek geek style the Pixel Watch is bound to unveil your inner geekness. The first look of the watch is just a …. Source article  : Pixel Watch for Ladies: Electro Luminescent Timepiece.

Sony Reader Daily Edition Now Available for $299

NEW YORK (Gaeatimes.com) — Sony unveiled its new Reader Daily Edition PRS-950SC for $299 and now it has started behind shipped to the masses. Thus cool new gadget has come up with a 7″ touchscreen bundled with Wi-Fi and 3G. With speedy new Spartan Web Browser and 2GB of integrated storage space, the Sony … Original article on : Sony Reader Daily Edition Now Available for $299.

Cuba says Castro video game will legitimize murder

HAVANA – Cuba has condemned the release of a new video game in which United States special forces try to kill a young Fidel Castro.

The BBC quoted state-run media as saying that the game, Call of Duty: Black Ops, attempted to legitimize murder and assassination in the name of entertainment.

The Cubadebate website said it would … Original source on Gaea Times at : Cuba says Castro video game will legitimize murder.

Is Apple iPhone’s AutoCorrect Racist??

Apple’s auto-correct trick seems to have centered some hilarious events. Well, it indeed is a fact that sometimes auto-correct comes in handy but not always.
When you tend to use some commercial words which aren’t there with the database, things tend to screw up and guess what, new words come in to existence. For those …. Original article  : Is Apple iPhone’s AutoCorrect Racist??.

Dell Debuts in Indian Smart Phone Market

The US based PC maker giants have a made an eye ball attracting debut in Indian smart phone market. Dell has launched 2 handsets based on Google Android 2.1 operating systems. The handsets were displayed by Mahesh Bhalla General Manager, Consumer & SMB, Dell India in New Delhi.
The high end 3G enabled handsets are … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Dell Debuts in Indian Smart Phone Market.

BlackBerry PlayBook to Sell for Under $500

Here’s some great news for the BlackBerry Playbook freaks! – As RIM Co-CEO Jim Balsillie has revealed in an interview in Seoul that its forthcoming Blackberry 7-inch PlayBook tablet will reach the US market in Q1 2011 and will be priced less than $500. We all know that RIM is targeting to compete with …. Source  : BlackBerry PlayBook to Sell for Under $500.

Dell Introduces Two 3G enabled Handsets in India

NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com) — In the crowd of the competitive smartphone market in India, US computer maker Dell is all set to mark its presence by introducing two high definition 3G enabled handsets. These two mobile phones are targeted for both high and low-end users as they priced at Rs 10,999 and 16,990 … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Dell Introduces Two 3G enabled Handsets in India.

Opera Mobile 10.1 Beta for Android now Available

Opera World’s widely used mobile internet browser has released its Mobile 10.1 beta for Android. The software can be downloaded from the Android Market for free and will be made available for download on Opera’s website. Also it promised to provide the millions of Android users’ better browser performance and an improved user experience. … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Opera Mobile 10.1 Beta for Android now Available.

Apple acquires Bluetooth iOS headphone maker Wi-Gear

Apple has reportedly acquired Wi-Gear, a small Bluetooth wireless headphone designer in San Francisco approximately two months ago for an undisclosed amount. This company made Bluetooth 2.0 adapter for older iPhones and iPods that don’t support Bluetooth 2.0 and also made three generations of A2DP stereo headphones called iMuffs. The products of Wi-Gear were …. Read the original article  : Apple acquires Bluetooth iOS headphone maker Wi-Gear.

Nokia E7 Business Centric Smartphone Shipping Starts from 10th December 2010

The much awaited business centric smartphone Nokia E7 is slated to start shipping on December 2010.
The giant phone maker announced the phone in the month of September. After a lot of delay it is coming to the market. This smartphone is filled with the latest Symbian^3 OS and flaunts a QWERTY keyboard along with … Original source on Gaea Times at : Nokia E7 Business Centric Smartphone Shipping Starts from 10th December 2010.

Hack for USB Tethering: Samsung Omnia 7 and Focus

Both Samsung Focus and Samsung Omnia 7 has come a so-called hack for USB Tethering which Microsoft has stated to be un-available on early Windows Phone 7 devices.
Though there aren’t any guarantees on the fact that the hack might just work cause it hasn’t for any other handsets. If interested you can give it a …. Source article  : Hack for USB Tethering: Samsung Omnia 7 and Focus.

HP ENVY 14: Quick Review

HP drags your attention to ENVY 14, the 14.5-inch laptop which will offer you the excellent technology and great features. The all aluminum chassis design gives it an elegant look and make it stand out from the crowd, though it is often referred to as the MacBook Pro clone.
Though the 1.1 inches thickness makes …. Original source  : HP ENVY 14: Quick Review.

Toshiba Satellite L630: Sleek and Portable Laptop targeted for young users

Toshiba has launched the Satellite L630, a sleek and portable laptop for young users. Its excellent 13.3″ diagonal TruBrite high resolution screen (1366×768-pixel resolution) and the light body make it a unique notebook. It’s perfect for those working in multimedia and graphics as it comes with an Intel Pentium Dual Core (2GHz) and ATI …. Read the original article  : here.

Samsung Galaxy Tab Available at T-Mobile

T-Mobile is offering the flagship tablet computer, Samsung Galaxy tab to its customers from today. To your delight the it is coming for $399.99 with a two-year contract and $599.99 for those who do not want to get into the contract.
Samsung Galaxy Tablet is a device that you cannot ignore. It is brilliantly designed … Original source on Gaea Times at : Samsung Galaxy Tab Available at T-Mobile.

BlackBerry to Sell Playbook Tablet under $500

BlackBerry co-CEO Jim Balsillie has announced that its Playbook Tablet will be priced under $500. On account of this the shares of RIM has risen considerably.
RIM unleashed the Playbook Tablet to give a hard competition to Apple’s iPad. The Playbook Tablet is expected to hit the market at the dawn of the next year. …. Read the original article  : BlackBerry to Sell Playbook Tablet under $500.

Sharp “babies” Blink, Tango, Alice and Cyborg ready to enter India

Taking the advantage of 3G rush in India many foreign companies are aiming at Indian Mobile market. The newest addition in the Indian smart phone market is “Sharp”. The electronics and appliances maker company has entered Indian mobile phone market with four brand new sets.
The sets are named as Blink, Tango, Alice and Cyborg. … Read more »»».

Nexus S Details Leaked On Internet

SAN FRANCISCO (GaeaTimes.com)- The upcoming Nexus S from Google has made the smart phone lovers excited and everyone just cannot wait to see what is new in the successor to the original Nexus One. The Nexus S will land on Best Buy on November 14, it has been reported. The handset this time, however, …. Original article  : Nexus S Details Leaked On Internet.

Lenovo launches IdeaPad U260 at affordable price tag

Lenovo today launched a new laptop which they are touting as the world’s first 12.5 inches display laptop. The laptop is targeted as a cheaper alternative to the new Macbook Air. The model will be in the market starting from November 15, the coming Monday.
The laptop looks to be sleek and stylish. The 12.5 …. Original article  : Lenovo launches IdeaPad U260 at affordable price tag.

Brit man uses iPod to film naked woman in Oz resort

MELBOURNE – A British man, holidaying in Australia, has revealed that he used his iPod to film a woman undressing, using the toilet and then showering, because he “just wanted to see her naked”.

According to the Townsville Bulletin, Tristan Francis Alain Maubec, 24, admitted to filming the 23-year-old Belgian backpacker in a uni-sex bathroom at …. Read the original article  : Brit man uses iPod to film naked woman in Oz resort.

Brit couple wed after falling in love in online game before they’d even met

LONDON – A British couple, who met through an online game, is believed to be the only second pair in UK to tie the knot after meeting in an online video game.

Paul Turner, 27, and Vicky Teather, 29, met through their seemingly mismatched characters Andurus, a handsome warrior clad in armour, and Branwen, a character …. Source  : Brit couple wed after falling in love in online game before they’d even met.