Acer Liquid C1

Seen at the recently happened Consumer Electronics show (CES), Acer Liquid C1 has been recently launched at a price of Rs. 19,000.

This one from Acer is backed by Intel made Z2420 chipset. It the latest chipset from the house of Intel, also launched at CES this year.

The smartphone comes with a 1.2 GHz single core processor. Acer Liquid C1 sports a 4.3 inch IPS display with a resolution of 960×540 pixels. It runs on Android`s popular operating system Ice Cream sandwich but a Jelly bean update can be expected soon. It has an 8 MP rear camera which offers 1080p video quality, 30 frames/second. Acer is also offering its own cloud storage service dubbed as ‘Acer Cloud’.

Acer Liquid C1 is expected to be out at retail outlets by this moth in the markets of Thailand followed by its release in other parts of the world.

Nokia Xpress Browser

As a part of its strategy to connect the next billion consumers to information and the internet, Nokia India today launched with Bharti Airtel a customized version of the Nokia Xpress Browser for Airtel consumers on compatible Nokia mobile phones. Nokia Xpress Browser enables up to 85% more efficient mobile browsing compared to conventional browsers, making it faster and cheaper for consumers to access the internet and use popular services like search, rich web apps and social networking. The Nokia Xpress Browser optimizes web sites, enabling them to load faster on Nokia Series 40 devices, including Nokia Asha Smartphones. It will be rolled out over the coming week and Nokia-Airtel consumers will be automatically upgraded to the new version.

In 2012, the number of Nokia Xpress Browser users on Airtel’s network quadrupled and average data consumption per user tripled during the same period. “More and more people are experiencing the Internet for the first time and we believe this initiative will further accelerate that. This is a first of its kind partnership for Nokia in India and we are sure that the customized Nokia Xpress Browser for Airtel consumers will provide them with a richer and more immersive mobile browsing experience,” said Viral Oza, Director Marketing, Nokia India. “We are witnessing tremendous growth in mobile internet usage in India and are glad to be partnering with Nokia to offer our users a customized and enhanced browsing experience including one-click access to our premium content and services. We believe the superior browsing experience offered by Nokia Xpress Browser will accelerate mobile internet adoption and engagement,” said N Rajaram, Chief Marketing Officer, Bharti Airtel.

About Nokia Xpress Browser:

The cloud-accelerated Nokia Xpress Browser delivers a smarter internet experience on Nokia mobile devices, making it easier, faster, and more affordable for consumers to access the internet and use popular services like search, web apps and social networking.  The Nokia Xpress platform, including the Nokia Xpress Web App Builder, is a foundation for future innovation and new internet experiences. 

Consumers are able to easily discover top Indian content via the browser's inviting and intuitive start page. Downloading, saving and sharing content is fast and simple. It also makes it easy to find, install and use relevant global and local web apps that offer an even richer experience. Nokia Xpress Browser is the first of its kind to support web apps, and now boasts a catalogue of more than 10,000 web apps.

The Nokia Xpress Browser works with Nokia Series 40 devices and supports all form factors: full-touch, including the Nokia Asha smartphone family; QWERTY; and non-touch, such as the popular Nokia C3-00, Nokia C2-03 and Nokia X3-02. The Nokia Xpress Browser is and will be pre-loaded on all current and future Nokia Series 40 devices, while users of existing compatible devices can download it from the Nokia Store. The browser is available in 87 languages in over 200 countries and territories.

Micromax Ninja A89

Adding a new feather in their hat, Micromax has silently unveiled a new smartphone under its Ninja series dubbed as Ninja A89 on its official website. Micromax Ninja A89 is the first in the Ninja family to possess a Dual Core processor. Like others from Micromax this one too comes with Dual-SIM capability.

It sports a 1GHz dual core Mediatek MT6577 processor and has 512MB RAM. The phone comes with a 4 inch WVGA display and has a 3MP rear camera without Flash. With 2GB of internal memory, it also allows the user to expand its memory up to 32GB via microSD card. This smartphone runs on 4.0 ICS version of Android and is powered by 1450 mAh battery.

Other features of this phone include preloaded apps like Hook up, M! live, M! store, M! Zone+ etc. There are connectivity features such as 3G, WiFi, Bluetooth and USB support also present on this smartphone. Pricing and availability of Micromax Ninja A89 has not been disclosed by the company yet but it is expected to be priced under Rs.8, 000.

Spice Stellar Pinnacle Mi - 530

S Mobility Limited, one of the India’s leading mobile internet company today unveiled new Stellar Pinnacle – Mi-530, the largest Smartphone till date by Spice with a 5.3 inch qHD IPS display. Stellar Pinnacle Mi-530, an Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich OS (Upgradeable to Jelly Bean) Smartphone is a stylish and powerful device which comes with 1.2 GHz Dual Core Processor that churns out seamless performance for all your media and applications. It has a 13.46 cm qHD screen offering a rich and sensational viewing experience. The phone packs 8 megapixel Auto focus camera that has many advanced modes such as Panorama, Face beautification and continuous shots up to 16 pictures and to top that it is the first phone across Industry to don a 5MP Autofocus front camera. With its large, bright screen and Wide Angle Viewing (IPS Display), Stellar Pinnacle Mi -530 is the perfect device to watch movies and play games on the go.

Bluetooth 4.0, enables swift transfer of data, music and other files 13 times faster, and yet consumes lesser battery power as compared to Bluetooth 2.1. The phone has a 1 GB RAM and 16 GB ROM. Memory can be expandable up to 32 GB through a micro SD card. The 2550mAh Li-ion-Polymer battery gives a talk-time of more than 4 hours. The Dual Mic Noise Suppression technology reduces the interference from ambient sound and offers crystal-clear conversations even in noisy places. Another added feature is the on-board Magnetic Sensor that lets the user take advantage of downloadable e-Compass apps.

Commenting on the launch, Mr. T M Ramakrishnan, CEO – Devices, S Mobility said, “We have invested heavily in the research and development of the Stellar Pinnacle Mi 530 to offer a superlative user experience and are confident that this premium product from Spice will set new standards in the industry.” Stellar Pinnacle Mi-530 promises a superior user-interface & features like USB OTG, Pop-up play, Flip to Mute, Intelligent Answer, Direct Call, Gesture Screen Lock, Hi Connect, Boot Acceleration & Power Saving Mode.

Reliance and Lenovo Partners to Introduce New Range of Smartphones..

Reliance communications (RCOM) has joined hands with Lenovo to come out with a range of smartphones which will come in different screen sizes and processor speed.

Talking about this partnership, Gurdeep Singh, President & CEO – Wireless Business, Reliance Communications Limited, said, “We are confident that the unmet demand of an innovative CDMA smart-phone with exciting features at an attractive price point bundled with our most innovative “All Share” plans will fulfill the demand of every customer on our superior network.”

These smartphones will run on Android platform and will be powered by dual core 1 GHz processor. They will be exclusively available to Reliance customers on CDMA and GSM network.

According to an official statement, “The complete range of smart-phones across screen sizes and processor speed will be attractively priced and works on CDMA and GSM network simultaneously and use the Reliance ‘Dual Core’ network advantage that switch calls between the two networks automatically based on the strength and quality of RF signals.”

“The Indian smart-phone market represents solid growth opportunities where CDMA / GSM smart-phone penetration is still low. The consumer response to our smart-phones in these few months has been very encouraging,” said Liu Jun, President, Lenovo Business Group.

These smartphones will be available at all retail outlets of Reliance and Lenovo distribution channel.

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.