Apple Announces 128GB version of iPad 4 with Retina display..

Apple today announced a 128GB version of iPad 4 which comes with Retina display. The 128GB iPad with Wi-Fi and iPad with Wi-Fi + Cellular models provide twice the storage capacity of the 64GB models to hold even more valuable content including photos, documents, projects, presentations, books, movies, TV shows, music and apps.

“With more than 120 million iPads sold, it’s clear that customers around the world love their iPads, and every day they are finding more great reasons to work, learn and play on their iPads rather than their old PCs,” said Philip Schiller, Apple’s senior vice president of Worldwide Marketing.

He further added, “With twice the storage capacity and an unparalleled selection of over 300,000 native iPad apps, enterprises, educators and artists have even more reasons to use iPad for all their business and personal needs.”

iPad continues to have a significant impact on business with virtually all of the Fortune 500 and over 85 percent of the Global 500 currently deploying or testing iPad.

Companies regularly utilizing large amounts of data such as 3D CAD files, X-rays, film edits, music tracks, project blueprints, training videos and service manuals all benefit from having a greater choice of storage options for iPad.

The over 10 million iWork users, and customers who rely on other incredible apps like Global Apptitude for analysing team film and creating digital playbooks, Auria for an incredible 48 track recording system, or AutoCAD for drafting architectural and engineering drawings, also benefit greatly from having the choice of an iPad with more storage capacity.

The new 128GB versions of the fourth generation iPad will be available starting Tuesday, February 5, in black or white, for a suggested retail price of Rs. 49,900 for the iPad with Wi-Fi model and Rs. 56,900 for the iPad with Wi-Fi + Cellular model.

HTC Butterfly..

The Taiwanese smartphone manufacturer, HTC has launched its 5-inch smartphone, Butterfly in India. It is expected that tis new age smartphone will cost around INR 45,990 for Indian consumers. The latest to get hold off your attention comes with Android Jelly Bean 4.1 OS and Qualcomm Snapdragon quad-core processor.

HTC Butterfly comes with 5 inches Full HD (1920×1080 pixels) Super LCD 3 touchscreen. Its screen also includes 440ppi pixel density and is protected with Corning Gorilla Glass. Weighing 140 grams, it does feel bit heavy but its design makes the phone look quite sleek and slender.

The device comes with 2GB RAM and has been integrated with 16 GB internal storage. Also, Butterfly includes 25GB of free Dropbox cloud storage and supports microSD card slot. FYI, it is compatible with micro-SIM. HTC has been integrated with an amazing 8-megapixel camera with f/2.0 28mm wide-angle lens and includes 5 level automatic flash.

HTC Butterfly also includes:

• Backside illuminated sensor (BSI) and autofocus
• HTC’s VideoPic technology enable the users to snap the picture while recording videos
• The Phone includes a 2.1-megapixel wide-angle (88-degree) front facing camera
• Includes Beats Audio technology
• Operates on 2,020 mAh battery
• Supports HDMI, microUSB, infrared, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS and NFC

BlackBerry Z10 and BlackBerry Q10..

BB Z10 Key Features:

• 4.2-inch screen with a resolution of 1280 x 768
• Dual core 1.5GHz TI OMAP 4470 processor
• 8 MPAF camera with 1080p recording; 2MP front facing camera with 720p recording
• LTE, 3G, EDGE, Wi-Fi, NFC
• GPS with A-GPS support
• Bluetooth 4.0 with A2DP
• 16GB internal memory expandable up to 32GB via microSD
• Micro HDMI for AV out
• 1800 mAh battery

The wait is over now, Blackberry 10 devices are out. At simultaneous events worldwide, Blackberry has launched two devices dubbed as BlackBerry Z 10 and the BlackBerry Q10.

Both the devices runs on the new operating system from the company named as Blackberry 10.Another big news amongst these release is that from now onwards RIM (Research In Motion) will be officially called as Blackberry.

“Today sees a re-invented BlackBerry launching an entirely new mobile experience,” said Thorsten Heins, President and CEO of BlackBerry.

BlackBerry Q10

He further adds, “We are thrilled to be introducing BlackBerry 10 on the new BlackBerry Z10 and BlackBerry Q10 smartphones, to deliver a faster, smarter experience that continuously adapts to your needs.  Every feature, every gesture, and every detail in BlackBerry 10 is designed to keep you moving.”

The latest OS from Blackberry offers around 70,000 applications which will be showcased on the company`s app store (BlackBerry App World) now named as Blackberry World. Other features of the latest Blackberry 10 OS include BBM Video, BlackBerry Balance and BlackBerry Hub.

The latest devices in the BB 10 series come with fast browsers, advanced features and good cameras. The BB Q 10 offers a QWERTY keypad and come with 3.1 inch screen,it will start rolling out globally in April.

The BB Z10 is a full touch screen device which comes in Black and white color will start rolling out in Britain from today onwards, followed by a country-by-country release.  It is expected to be priced in India at somewhere around Rs. 36,000.

Motorola HZ750..

Motorola HZ750, a high-end Bluetooth wireless headset

Motorola HZ750 Key features and specifications:

• HD Audio Plus with wideband audio and CrystalTalk dual-microphone enable increased clarity and richer sound for your conversations.
• Up to 15 hours of talk time and up to 35 days of standby time when used with the included charging case
• Weighs less than half an ounce and is almost hidden when worn
• Extended roaming range up to 100 meters
• A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) audio streaming
• Advanced multipoint technology lets you connect two devices at once so you can seamlessly switch between your business and personal phones
• Bluetooth version: 3.0 + EDR
• Dimensions: Headset 38.0 x 47.4 x 14.5 mm, Charging case 55 x 66 x 28 mm

Motorola Mobility Japan today announced the Motorola HZ750, a high-end Bluetooth wireless headset that delivers outstanding sound quality in a lightweight, compact design will be available from February 8, 2013.

Designed with HD Audio Plus to increase clarity and CrystalTalk dual-microphone noise cancellation technology, the Motorola HZ750 makes all of your conversations clearer.

And to match your on-the-go lifestyle, Motorola HZ750 comes with an elegant carrying case that also serves as a battery charger, letting you change your headset on-the-go and giving you up to 15 hours talk time without having to search for a power outlet.

The Motorola HZ750 will be available for ¥12,800 (Rs. 7000/- approx.) from February 8 at major electronics retailers, as well as Amazon Japan and other large Internet retailers.

Karbonn S1 Titanium..

Karbonn S1 Titanium

Karbonn has unveiled a new device in the smartphone segment dubbed as Karbonn S1 Titanium at a price of Rs.10, 990. The phone is now available for a pre-booking on the company`s official website. It is expected to be soon available on other e-commerce websites as it has now made its appearance on the official website. The company has revealed the specs on the booking page. This one from Karbonn possesses similar specifications which the recently introduced Canvas HD has, like this one too runs on Android 4.1 Jelly Bean.

S1 Titanium sports a 4.5-inch qHD multi-touch capacitive touch display with 960×540 resolution. It has a 5 MP auto-focus camera at the back and a VGA on the front side. This one comes with a 1.2GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon quad-core processor and 1GB RAM. With an internal memory of 4GB, this phone`s memory can be expanded using microSD up to 32GB. Karbonn S1 Titanium offers dual-SIM capability (GSM+GSM) and has connectivity options such as 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, EDGE, GPRS and GPS. Powering all this is a 16,00 mAh battery, which the company claims will provide a 4hrs of talk time.

Ammo USB Flash Drive..

Ammo USB Flash Drive

Strontium Technology, based in Singapore recently launched premium solid metal USB drives called Ammo. The new Ammo USB Flash Drive with a shiny metallic lustre is available in gold and silver colour finish. The gold finish drive is actually plated with real 24 carat gold giving it a rich appearance. Ammo Flash drive comes in a sturdy brushed metal casing with a sleek look keeping in mind the demands and requirements of discerning users who want a high quality and high class product.

The sleek and robust design works not only with Windows platform desktop PC, notebook PCs and Apple iMac and MacBook as well. The highest quality NAND flash memory component used in the Ammo USB drives offer maximum reliability and sustained fast data transfer rates.

Strontium’s new Ammo USB 2.0 Gold plated Flash drive is available from 16 GB to 64 GB capacity and the Silver finish is available with five different memory storage capacities ranging from 4GB to 64GB. Available at capacities ranging from 4GB-64 GB, Strontium’s Ammo (silver) Flash drives will be available at a street price ranging from Rs. 385/- to Rs.1219. Ammo (Gold) Flash drives are available in the range of 16GB-64GB capacities is priced between Rs. 770 /- to Rs. 2919/- accompanied with a 5 year limited warranty.

Besides being available with Strontium’s authorized distributors and e-retailers across the country, Ammo USB 2.0 Flash Drives are also available at homeshop18 and Flipkart.

Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 specs leaked..

GALAXY Note 8.0 Key specifications-

• 4.2 Jelly Bean
• 8-inch TFT (Super Clear LCD) display
• 5MP Rear and 1.3MP Front camera
• 4600 mAh Battery
• Measures 211.3×136.3×7.95 mm
• Weighs 330 gram
• 2GB RAM
• 16/32GB (optional) + microSD (up to 32GB)
• Bluetooth 4.0
• USB 2.0
• Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n and A-GPS

According to an international website, Samsung will be coming out with a new Galaxy Note device in two versions very soon. GT-N5100 will be the next Note from Samsung which is expected to come in two different versions which would be GT-N5100 3G / Wi-Fi and the GT-N5110 Wi-Fi only. GT-N5100 will be formally known as Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 and will come with an 8-inch TFT (Super Clear LCD) display. This device will sport 5 MP camera at the back and a front camera of 1.3 MP.

It will run on Android 4.2 Jelly Bean operating system and will come with connectivity options like Bluetooth 4.0, USB 2.0,  as well as Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n and A-GPS. With 2GB RAM and 16/32 GB internal memory, the device`s memory would be expandable via microSD card. It will come with a huge battery of 4600 mAh to support screen of that size.

Galaxy Note 8.0 will measure 211.3×136.3×7.95 mm and weigh around 330 grams. Fourth member in the Samsung Galaxy Note family, this one is expected to be unveiled at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2013 at Barcelona. Note 8.0 will also come with the popular S-Pen feature and Samsung may place this device as a strong contender against the hugely successful iPad from the house of Apple.

Idea Launches Ivory..

Idea Cellular has launched Android-powered smartphone Ivory. The smartphone is based on Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich OS and runs on 1GHz processor. The 3G smartphone from Idea features a 3.5' Full Touch Bar and offers 4GB internal memory and 512MB RAM.  Other features of the phone include G Sensor, built-in social media apps like Facebook and Twitter, IMAP, HTML and music video player. Ivory comes in two colour options white and black. 

The dual-sim smartphone from Idea is priced at Rs 7,390. Ivory is the fifth Android-based 3G smartphone from Idea. The company claims to have sold more than 2.25 lakh devices in the Indian market. Like all the other previous smartphones from Idea, the new dual SIM 3G smartphone, Ivory, also comes packed with data usage offers for Idea 3G users. The pack offers 1GB of free data every month for first three months and free Idea TV for just Rs 261. 

Samsung Galaxy Pocket Plus Specs Leaked..

The successor to Samsung's affordable, Android-powered Galaxy Pocket has been detailed in a leak. The Galaxy Pocket Plus is a minor upgrade when compared to its predecessor. Samsung looks to be bringing us another smallish Android handset for those not willing to jump on the “too big for comfort” wave. The device, which was leaked by SamMobile, is called the Samsung Galaxy Pocket Plus, and at 2.8 inches it’s quite small.

The Pocket is said to have Broadcom BCM21654 850Mhz processor, 512MB of RAM, 4GB of internal storage, a 2 megapixel camera, a 1,200mAh battery and Android 4.0.4 with TouchWiz on top. Other hardware features will include Bluetooth 3.0, A-GPS, WiFi N, FM radio, USB 2.0, accelerometer support and more.

A launch period for Samsung's Galaxy Pocket Plus is said to be scheduled for the first half of 2013,, but for the time being Latin America is the only region you might be able to find it. nothing’s official yet, though, so until Samsung has a say in any of it then we can’t be too sure about any of it. Have a quick peep above.

World’s first Android-powered camera with an interchangeable lens..

Most of the mobile savvy people are cognizant about 
the Android-powered Samsung Galaxy Camera; regardless of having a point-and-shoot, the camera lacks the ability to capture eye-popping shots. In this situation, Polaroid surprised everyone by unveiling the world’s first Android-powered camera with an interchangeable lens at CES trade show. The camera runs Android 4.1 “Jelly Bean” OS and features photo-sharing, editing tricks, and 10-30mm zoom lens.  The device has the capability to take snaps of up to 18 megapixels and video up to 1080p and features a HDMI output for direct connection to a TV. The device is built by Polaroid’s partner Sakar.

Polaroid’s camera lacks the option of data plan, unlike the Samsung’s Galaxy camera, which means a user has to use Wi-Fi or Bluetooth of his Smartphone which can be paired with the camera to access the internet. The 3.5 inch LCD touch screen in back has a pop-up flash and it also includes features like auto blink detection, auto face exposure and panorama mode. The device will hit the market in Q1 of this year and will cost $399.

World’s first 1 TB USB 3.0 flash drive..

1 TB USB 3.0 flash drive

For those who are looking at good storage capacity devices, Kingston has introduced its latest flash drive where people can store all the data that they intend to store in a hard disk! The company had claimed it to be the world’s first 1 TB USB 3.0 flash drive.

The flash drive which is called the DataTraveler HyperX Predator 3.0 has read/write speeds which is up to 240MB/s and 160MB/s. It also boasts of the SuperSpeed USB 3.0 certification. The drive is currently available with a capacity of 512GB. According to Mashable, the 1 TB variant is likely to hit the market in Q1 of 2013.

The currently available drive is priced at $1,750 and the I TB variant is likely to be priced at a costlier rate. However Kingston has also launched slower and smaller USB devices for less demanding users. These drives have a smaller capacity of 32GB and 64GB and read/write speeds of 150MB/s and 70MB/s.

SleepPhones - Headband with built-in earphones..

 SleepPhones - Headband with built-in earphones

A headband with built-in earphones could lull you to deep sleep, without even waking a partner sleeping by your side. Existing versions are wired with a phone, but a wireless version, slated to go on sale in April, has just won a prestigious award at the CES in Las Vegas.

"Being able to sleep soundly is crucial to feeling well overall, and SleepPhones help by playing relaxing audio, drowning out noise, and establishing a positive bedtime routine," says Wei-Shin Lai, one of the inventors of the headphones. The firm began selling the product in 2007, when Lai was working as a doctor.

"In 2007, I had trouble falling back to sleep after patient phone calls late at night as a family doctor. My husband suggested that I listen to something to take my mind off of patient concerns," says Lai, the Daily Mail reports. "Since I didn't want to disturb my husband while he slept, I needed headphones or ear buds I could wear in bed. But there was nothing comfortable in the market so I came up with stuffing speakers inside a headband," adds Lai.

"There's a version of our product for sports, a version for sleep, and now a wireless version that eliminates cords entirely by playing back media from any Bluetooth-enabled device," concludes Lai. The current version has a wire so it can be plugged into an iPod or bedside alarm, but the next version will be wireless, the firm said Sunday.

Panasonic 20-inch 4K tablet..

Panasonic 20-inch 4K tablet

Key Specifications :

• Processor: Intel Core i5 3427U vPro 1.80 GHz
• OS: Windows 8 Pro x64 
• Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce 
• Screen: 20.0-inch IPS Alpha Panel
• Resolution: 3840 x 2560 pixels (230 ppi): 
• Camera: Resolution: 720P HD
• RAM: 4GB (16GB max)
• Flash Memory Drive (SSD): 128GB
• Connectivity: IEEE802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth v4.0 USB Port: USB2.0 x 1
• Expansion Slots: microSD memory card slot x 1 (supports microSDXC memory card) 
• Battery Life: 2 hours approximately (on internal battery)

Panasonic, too, delved into what 4K technology has to offer and introduced a new product at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2013. The company expanded its product portfolio by showcasing a 20-inch 4K tablet running on the latest Windows 8 platform. Panasonic did not confine 4K to just television sets, going beyond traditional technology the new device will be featured in the company’s tough range. The specifications on the tablet give a fair idea of what the company wants out of its news product range.

Lava Iris 501..

Lava Iris 501

Key Features of Lava Iris 501

• 5.0” WVGA Screen
• 1 GHz Dual core Processor
• 5.0 MP Auto-Focus / 0.3 MP Camera
• Android Ice-cream Sandwich (v4.0.4)
• Dual Sim
• 3G with Video Calling
• Additional Special Back cover
• 4 GB Memory Card free

Lava has recently launched Lava iris 501 smartphone which has a 5-inch display screen with a resolution of 800×480. The phone offers you dual-SIM capability and 5 MP rear and 0.3 MP front camera. This one from Lava comes with 1 Ghz Dual Core processor and runs on Android Ice cream Sandwich operating system which makes navigation simple, interactive and customizable.

Lava Iris 501 also comes with special built in apps like Hike; for free messaging, Saavn Music player app, Fusion Music organizer app and games from Gameloft like Asphalt HD. As far as connectivity is concerned, this smartphone comes with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. This one is also 3G enabled and you can use GPS too on this device.

The price and availability of Lava iris 501 is not disclosed by the company yet but with the specs provided, we expect it to be around Rs. 9,000.

Facebook Phone..

Facebook Phone

It’s been quite a while since news about the top secret offering from the social networking giant - Facebook is making rounds in the tech circle. Some people are referring it to be a new smartphone from Zuckerberg`s company, others are pointing towards a new operating system.

According to an international gadget portal, it’s now official that Facebook is holding an event on 15^th January 2013 at California. The invite reads “Come and see what we are building”, which makes this quite apparent that it could be a phone from this multi-billion dollar company. Earlier in 2011, rumors were at their peak about Facebook coming out with a phone but the company`s CEO, Mark Zuckerberg always remained in the denial mode ever since.

But interestingly, rumors at that time indicated the release of a phone from Facebook around 2013, which is now clear after the confirmation of the event happening tomorrow. Everyone is excited  about what will Facebook offer this time- a phone or an Operating system, that we will see only after tomorrow`s event.

Acer Iconia B1..

Taiwan's top computer maker Acer has unveiled a 7-inch tablet that an official says could sell for $99 in some emerging markets. The tablet will be powered by a dual core processor made by Taiwan-based MediaTek, whose processors are widely used by Chinese makers of low-cost smartphones. The Iconia B1 mini tablet will run on Google's Android Jelly Bean operating system. 

Acer president Jim Wong told reporters Iconia B1 will first be introduced in Asia and South America at prices that could go as low as $99 in special promotional programs. That will make it cheaper than Google's Nexus 7 or Amazon's Kindle Fire. Once a leading PC maker, Acer's revenue has fallen sharply as tablets undermine PC competitiveness.

ZTE Grand S..

Key specs:

Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro processor with 1.7GHz quad-core CPU

Operating System: Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean)

Camera: 13 megapixel rear camera and 2 megapixel front

Display: 5 inch full-HD screen

Storage: 16GB internal storage

Battery: 1780 mAh

ZTE has unveiled what it claims is the world's thinnest full-HD smartphone, ZTE Grand S, at the ongoing Consumer Electronic Show (CES) in Las Vegas.

The 5-inch smartphone is only 6.9mm thick and is 69mm wide and 142mm tall. ZTE Grand S runs on Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro processor with 1.7GHz quadcore CPU. The full-HD smartphone with 1,920 x 1,080p display offers 2GB of RAM and comes with 16GB of internal storage. It is powered by Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean). There is a 2 megapixel camera on the front and a 13-megapixel auto-focus camera at the back capable of shooting 1080p video. The battery is 1780 mAh. 

ZTE Grand S is expected to hit stores in China in the first quarter of 2013, however, the company has not revealed the roadmap for its launch in other countries. ZTE has also not disclosed the price of the smartphone.

Asus Transformer PC Cum Tablet..

Asus announced the Transformer All-in-One, the world's first tablet-cum-PC that runs on Windows 8 as well as Android operating systems. This device features an 18.4-inch IPS touchscreen with 1920 x 1080 pixels resolution that can be detached from the associated hardware and be used as a fully-functional tablet.

When working as a desktop PC, it operates on Windows 8, Microsoft's latest OS, and is powered by third-generation Intel processor with Nvidia GT370M graphics. The display has display angles of 178-degrees, while sound is enhanced by Asus SoundMaster technology.

As the display is removed, the tablet mode actives and users can choose between Windows 8 and Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) as the operating system of choice with the touch of a button. In the Android tablet iteration, the device computes data using the quad-core Nvidia Tegra 3 processor.

Asus has also included a handle in the device so that it is easy to carry it around and the in-built kickstand ensures decent viewing angles when placed atop any flat surface.Though Asus is yet to reveal all hardware specifications of the device, it is slated to hit international markets in the first quarter of this year at a price of $1,200.

Nokia Lumia 920 Review..

Specs : 

*4.5-inch PureMotion HD+ ClearBlack LCD touchscreen (768x1280 pixels)

*1.5GHz dual-core processor with Adreno 225 GPU

*1GB RAM, 32GB internal memory

*8 megapixel rear camera with autofocus, LED flash, 1080P video recording, 1.3 MP front cam with 720P video recording

*3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, microUSB

*2000mAH battery that lasts around 13 to 14 hours of average usage

*Windows Phone 8

Nokia has launched Lumia 920, its flagship smartphone, in India today. Much rides on this handset. Nokia believes the device will help the company come back in the smartphone game and match competitors like Samsung and Apple. Nokia fans — and there are many in India — are hoping that finally they will have a device that can compare favourably to the likes of iPhone and Galaxy S III. 

So, does Lumia 920 meet the expectations? Is it worth picking this device over the high-end Androids if you are looking to buy a smartphone today?

Answer: No. Hardware is fantastic, but the software lets the phone down.

Positive Points : 

1. The 4.5-inch screen on Lumia 920 is excellent. It has very good touch sensitivity and shows punchy colours. It is bright enough to be usable in direct sunlight! With a resolution of 1280 x 768 pixels, the Lumia 920 screen is broader than the screens with 720 resolution, making it better for consuming multimedia content or web browsing. The high-pixel density means text is rendered crisply. Screen is flawless for all practical purposes.

2. Lumia 920 has a design similar to that of Lumia 800. With squared off top and bottom sides, it has a distinct personality. The phone uses a unibody polycarbonate shell with buttons made of tough ceramic. It's a classy design. But pay attention to the colour. Models with black and cyan colour have a matte finish while red, yellow and white have glossy finish. Glossy finish looks better but matte finish is more resistant to scratches and greasy fingerprints.

3. Lumia 920 has a camera with optical image stabilization. In our use we found the camera to be fantastic. It shoots pictures that have lots of details and accurate colours. Due to optical image stabilization, it is possible to shoot very good quality FullHD videos with Lumia 920. Another area where it excels — and trumps all other smartphones — is low-light photography. You can shoot in complete darkness and still get images that show something. Evenings and indoor shots are no problem for this phone. We would have termed Lumia 920 the point-and-shoot camera killer but it has one flaw. Lumia 920 uses a slower shutter speed by default to get better images in low-light. This means a user has to keep hands very steady for seconds after hitting the camera button. If you don't hold the hands steady, photos do not come out as sharp as they ought to be.

4. We have talked about Windows Phone 8 earlier. But just to recap, let us say it again: The Metro interface in Windows Phone operating software is unique and beautiful. It is colourful, which goes well with yellow, blue and red Lumia phones. It is also well optimized and has slick animations. There is no lag. Apps respond to touch quickly and web browsing is hassle free.

5. Lumia 920 comes with Nokia Drive and Nokia Music. Both are excellent services. Drive has detailed maps and is mostly accurate in showing directions. Nokia's Music app, which has access to lakhs of songs, allows users to stream (or download) songs for free for one year.

Negative Points : 

1. The biggest problem with Lumia 920 is Windows Phone operating system. Microsoft has improved it a lot with the recent version but it is not enough. Multitasking, for example, remains an issue. Except a handful of apps like music player, the others are paused as soon as they are in the background. Once you switch to these apps again, they are resumed. This is fine for apps like video players but not for apps like Twitter or IM+, which have to pull in data in real time. Microsoft has made the process of 'resuming' faster in Windows Phone 8 but users still have to wait before apps open and they get information. Similarly, there is a notification system in WP8 but it is not terribly useful.

2. Windows Phone continues to lag behind iOS and Android as far as apps are concerned. Good and powerful apps are hard to find in Windows Phone store and that limits the usability of Lumia 920. The situation is particularly bad if you are used to Google services like Youtube, Gmail and Google Talk.

3. Lumia 920 is a good looking phone. But it is also thick and bulky. In fact, at over 180 grams, it is one of the heaviest smartphones in the market currently.

Samsung Galaxy S II Plus..

Samsung has officially announced the rumoured Galaxy S II Plus. The new smartphone comes with Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean), layered with TouchWiz Nature user interface. This device has 8GB of onboard memory with support for microSD card of up to 64GB capacity. Other additions include Smart Stay, Direct Call, Smart Alert, Popup Video, S Voice, Voice Unlock, Buddy Photo Share, AllShare Play and Samsung Hubs. The phone will have 1,650mAh battery (100mAh more than Galaxy S II's) and have the option of NFC. Samsung galaxy S II Plus shares most of the hardware specifications with the original model, such as 4.3-inch SuperAMOLED screen with WVGA resolution, dual-core 1.2GHz processor and 8MP camera.

The South Korean manufacturer has not revealed the pricing and launch date of the device as of now. Samsung is yet to launch to launch previously announced devices like Galaxy S III Mini and Galaxy Grand in India, though the former is already available in certain countries. Going by the features and specifications, Galaxy S II Plus differs from its older sibling mainly on the software side. Reports say that Galaxy S II, which launched with Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), is likely to get the Android 4.1 update in the next couple of months.

Pebble E-Paper Watch..

The advanced wristwatches revealed at International CES in Las Vegas included the much -anticipated Pebble E-Paper Watch that raised a record 10.2 million dollars from everyday investors at Kickstarter.com in 2012. It was designed to connect to any Apple or Android smarphone. Pebble chief executive Eric Migicovsky said the Pebble was now water-resistant, could control music on a phone, and featured a magnetometer for future GPS uses. It would deliver SMS and phone call updates, email and calendar alerts, Facebook and Twitter messages, and featured an energy-efficient E-Paper screen that could be viewed in sunlight, the report said. 

According to the report, Migicovsky said during the biggest international tech event that despite a five-month delay, the smartwatch would begin shipping to buyers in late January and would include extra features. According to the report, the high-profile watch was not the only smartwatch to feature at CES. 

Bluetrek released an iPhone-compatible watch called Cookoo with a seemingly traditional clock face hiding light-up icons for phone calls, SMS and Facebook messages, calendar events and when the phone's battery is low, the report said.

BenQ unveils world’s first full-HD projector..

BenQ has introduced the world's first Full-HD short-throw video projectors, W1070 and W1080ST, at the CES 2013 and India simultaneously. The two products are available at Rs 100000 and Rs 110000 respectively, in the country. 

BenQ W1080ST is able to project 100-inch big screen from a distance of 1.5-meter. Along with W1070, this product supports multiple forms of 3D videos by directly connecting via 2 HDMI 1.4 ports to various devices like Blu-Ray, 3D broadcasting, video games, PC etc with Nvidia 3DTV PC connectivity. Other features of these two products are built-in 10W speakers and SmartEco, a power saving mechanism.In addition, the W1070 and W1080ST are ISFccc-certified by the Imaging Science Foundation. ISFccc enables the products to render calibrated picture along with two optimised modes -- ISF Day and ISF Night - in order to enhance viewing experience. 

BenQ's SmartEco technology has provided perfect DLP projectors for use in home entertainment. This technology can save up to 70% of lamp power consumption and lower maintenance costs. Rajeev Singh, country head and general manager, BenQ India, said, "Both projectors deliver full HD 1080p quality and are equipped with 3D capabilities through which you can enjoy all the fun of motion sensing and 3D games enhanced in size through the use of a home entertainment projector taking home entertainment & gaming to a whole new level."