Apple to release cheaper, 8GB iPhone 4 within weeks???

As the world waits for Apple to release the iPhone 5, with not much paitence but with high hopes. Reuters is reporting that Cupertino may be refreshing the iPhone 4, as well. According to two anonymous sources "with knowledge of the matter," an unnamed Korean manufacturer has already begun producing parts for a cheaper, 8GB version of the smartphone, slated to launch within the next few weeks. As for that next-gen handset, the insiders went on to say that the iPhone 4S / iPhone 5 will will feature a more spacious touchscreen, better antenna and eight megapixel shooter, and that Apple is indeed aiming for a late September launch, after having already asked manufacturers Hon Hai and Pegatron to prep their facilities for the production of 45 million units, altogether. Details are very scarce, as usual at this point, but I will let you know as soon as I get more information. 

But in the mean time what do you think? Feel free to comment and subscribe.

Source(s):Technorati

Read more »

The Benefits of the Kindle 3G

 I believe you’ve heard about the new Kindle 3G wireless reading device, question is how do you feel about it? Does it interests you? Do you feel like you’d like to know more about it or do you think it’s just another gadget that will be forgotten soon enough until we hear about the new hot item on the market?

Allow me to elaborate. The Kindle 3G is no ordinary gadget, those items that are spread on the news and last for a month tops. The  is one of the best selling products online these days and there’s a good reason for it too. I myself had doubts about it and didn’t pay too much attention, but when every third person next to me talked about it or even took it out of his bag to use it I knew this is something new and big that maybe is good enough to learn about.

So, the Kindle 3G is actually a wireless reading device, nothing new here except the new Kindle has new features that benefit better than the previous one. Now, you can download any no. of books or magazines in less than 60 seconds from anywhere in the world since it comes with a free 3G + built-in Wi-Fi technology, how cool is that? No more looking for book stores or ordering out of stock books, feel like reading? In less than 60 seconds no matter where you are you can have your books. More than that, it weights less than an actual paperback and it’s very easy and convenient, unlike a regular book you have to hold in a specific position so your page won’t turn on you. I don’t know, I like books and their smell (when they’re new) but I find I like the Kindle better, it has too much to offer than a regular book has and it’s the same value since it’s the same book.

Kindle 3G :  

Here are just a few benefits of this new wireless reading device :

1. It’s thin, small, very light and weights only 8.7 ounces [246.64085097 grams] which is less than an actual paperback, so why carry heavy books with you now that you can have all of them in this small device?

2. You can store up to 3,500 books in the new Kindle 3G, can’t carry 3,500 books with you at once right? Don’t think you want to either, but now you can and you won’t feel their weight.
3. Read it bright sunlight since there is no glare, just like a regular book.
4. The battery lasts for up to a month, so even if you don’t have electricity around you’re still able to read.
5. Download any no. of books or magazines anywhere in the world in less than 60 seconds without paying annual fees.
6. More than enough reading area size with 6”.
7. 50% better contrast with latest E Ink Pearl technology.
And much more.
Now, let’s go to books. Besides of holding an actual book, feeling paper and taking place on the shelf, that’s it. I think the Kindle 3G won this fight with a clear knockout! No wonder this is one of the best selling products on the Internet, I guess it’s true what they say – hundreds of thousands of people  Kindle all over the world can’t go wrong, can you?

Email me at micahj99@googlemail.com

Read more »

Samsung Galaxy S II: Manufacturer's Description and my overview

 Manufacturer's Description

4.3" SUPER AMOLED Plus

Books, browsing, movies and more come through in clarity never before seen on a smartphone. The brilliant 4.3" SUPER AMOLED Plus display lets you see every detail in vibrant colour. Read, surf or just experience the spectacle of sight as you stand out with the Samsung Galaxy S II.

4.3" SUPER AMOLED Plus

Express your colour! This brilliant display delivers superior color, enhanced readability, and great battery consumption. The Truly vivid colour reproductions will really surprise you and because the contrast ratio is very high, you can clearly see separations of light and dark. It also has an ultrafast response time, which akes for smoother graphics. Put that together with it's amazing thinness and 4.3-inch size and you’ve got PC-like browsing in the palm of your hand.

Samsung Live Panel

Live Panel

Content is King. Drop the apps and get direct access to your content through Samsung’s new personalizable UX, a magazine style layout that selects contents that you use the most, your gallery, music, video, email, notes, games and weather then displays them on your main screen. This live content ecosystem can be customized to your taste and provides easy access to your contents. Don’t search for content, live it!

Readers Hub

Leave the bookshelf at home and carry your Samsung GALAXY S II in your hand. Readers Hub is a great place to flip through your library of classics & best sellers or browse through more than two million books to choose from. On top of that, you will have access to more than 2,500 magazines in 20 languages and 2,000 of newspapers in 47 languages at your fingertips. Crisp, sharp text makes reading a pleasure and your experience will be easier to manage with magnification, text only and page views (for magazine and Newspapers), audio access (for Newspapers), one touch sharing via email (for Magazine), and more features. Believe in books, but look beyond paper.

Faster browsing and quicker multi-tasking

PC-like Web Browsing

Unmistakably informative! Mobilize your information gathering capabilities. Put PC-like web browsing in your palm or pocket to access a universe of information with the upgraded user interface. Fully optimized for Android Gingerbread, the Samsung GALAXY S II’s brilliant web browsing function will put it into perspective with easy search optimization and a clear view of your subject matter. The 4.3” SUPER AMOLED Plus and Adobe Flash Player capabilities let you get the full multimedia experience. Surf in style with Samsung.

AllShare

Show off? Why not when it’s this easy. AllShare lets the Samsung GALAXY S II link wirelessly with a TV, laptop or even audio system to play multimedia files directly from the phone. AllShare synchronizes the phone with a compatible DLNA based product. So start the streaming to the big screen in HD. That’s media convergence made simple!

8MP Camera with LED Flash

8MP Camera with LED Flash

Get your shots in. The 8MP auto focus camera doesn’t miss any details whether you’re shooting idleness or action. Take beautiful, detailed photos even in low light with the built-in LED flash. And thanks to the much improved user interface of Android Gingerbread, fast scene switching is possible. And a quick switch to the 2MP front-facing camera makes self-portraits a snap. Picture the difference.

Full HD Recording & Playback

Be a star. Let the Samsung GALAXY S II’s video shooting capabilities bring out the celebrity in you. Featuring 1080p Full HD Recording, every moment is a potential masterpiece in the making. Capture the action in high resolution and in dual core speed, instantly play back your HD footage in incredible clarity on the 4.3” SUPER AMOLED Plus display.

Social Hub

Organise and synchronize better all in your online contacts through Social Hub. Streamline your email, SMS, IM and SNS information into one unified box, and interact faster with more people in the way you want to.

Game Hub

Join in on the action. The Samsung GALAXY S II’s Game Hub lets you to download high quality games, providing over 20 social network games and premium games. Search for games and new release information or play away. With an accelerometer, and gyroscope sensors dynamic hand and arm movement games stand out from the crowd. The slightest tilt and you’re dead – now that’s entertainment.

Music Hub

Keep your music close, while accessing the world of 13 million tracks of songs. Samsung’s Music Hub, powered by 7digital, provides an intuitive playback system while you search, discover, preview, purchase and download tracks on the go. The app will also provide you with the viewing experience for rich information, with access to all the artist bios, discographies and reviews you desire. Get recommendations on hot and new albums and add to the excitement with the virtual 5.1 channel sound.

Box Contains

Samsung GalaxyS II handset

Battery

AC Adapter

User Manual

My Overview

 In my opinion this is not a better phone than the iPhone 4 and maybe one of best smartphone available right now. It is lightening fast, has an amazing screen, very intuitive, usable and customisable software, and seems to do everything really well. There is nothing in this phone that I can find to criticize apart from overheating and rare bugs and it actually feels worth the hefty price tag; no buyer's remorse here. It should be noted that this phone is actually CHEAPER than the iPhone 4 (its not that I dont like apple I buy alot of their products but I think this should be noted) despite having a significantly higher specification in every regard.

If you are almost totally technically illiterate and in the market for a smartphone then the iPhone may still be a better option, but then again you probably wouldn't be reading this review if you fall into that category. So for some people this is almost certainly a better buy.

But what do you think feel free to comment.

email me at micahj99@googlemail.com

TK2A2YFPDRC2

Read more »