Around the Web - Tablet news and Sandy Bridge flaw

CNET citing, statistics from market-research firm Strategy Analytics, reported that a rag tag of Android-based tablets captured a 21.6 percent share of the tablet market in the fourth quarter of 2010, up from 2.3 percent in the third quarter of 2010. Apple's tablet captured 75.3 percent of worldwide market share, down from the third quarter when Apple had 95.5 percent share and Android had just 2.3 percent. Since Google did not officially support Android 2.x on a tablet most major manufacturers did not come out with Android tablets in 2010. Dell had came out with its Streak and Samsung released its Galaxy Tab, with...

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Google’s Android is now the world’s leading smartphone operating system

We now have a new king in the smartphone market. Market data provided by Canalys shows that in the third quarter of 2010, Nokia's Symbian operating system held a 36.6% market share in the smartphone market. While this was down 8% from the third quarter of 2009, it was still enough to hold first place. Despite the launch of Symbian^3 in the fourth quarter of 2010 and aggressive pricing, Nokia lost another 5%. This was enough to dislodge it from first place in the smartphone market.The new leader is Google's Android which had a 32.9% market share in the fourth quarter of 2010, up from 25.5% in the third quarter of 2010. Elsewhere,...

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Gigabyte S1080 Slate Specs Price

Gigabyte is a longtime leader in computer technology and innovation, today announced an exciting new 10.1-inch Windows 7 S1080 Slate PC  with slim and elegant looks. The Gigabyte S1080 Slate features a Windows 7 operating system and is powered by an Intel Atom N550 dual core processor.The S1080 Tablet Specs offers 10.1-inch capacitive multi-touch screen backlight TFT-LCD 1024x600 display, built in 1.3mega pixel camera for video conferencing, with massive 320GB of built-in storage, users can add all their important applications and files without worrying about whether there is enough space. Read more...

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January 2011 budget Android smartphone buyers guide

Update: We have an updated budget Android buyers guide at this link.We have updated our list of budget Google Android smartphones. Not many changes. We dropped the units which won't be getting at least Android 2.2 (Froyo) and added a physical QWERTY option. Android 2.2 is important since it allows you to install apps in the MicroSD card and not just the main memory.1. LG Optimus One P500If you asked the techies, this phone is bar none, the best budget Android phone in the market. With a low Php12,490 retail price and running on the Android 2.2 (Froyo) with a Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) upgrade promised, this phone promises to both light in...

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Around the Web - iPad, Android PS Games and MacBook Air

Laptopmag tries to answer the question: Can the iPad replace your PC? You can find out here.Sony is giving Google Android Phones and Tablets  a PlayStation Games Store. Smartphones and tablet PCs running Google Android 2.3 and above are to be given access to a PlayStation Store, as well as the 'PlayStation Suite.' This means Android phone users will be able to play PlayStation One and 'PlayStation quality' games, according to Sony. You can read the rest of the Article at PCWorld.Looking for an ultraportable laptop. Techie.com.ph has an article on the 11.6-inch MacBook A...

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Lenovo B520 All in One PC Price

Lenovo announced its new IdeaCentre B520 All in One PC which especially made to attract the entertainment users to play high-end games .The Specs of Lenovo IdeaCentre B520 all in one packs with  Intel Core i7 CPU (also the 2nd generation) with Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, powered with Nvidia GT 555M 2GB graphics, a 23-inch full HD 16:9 multi touch screen display, up to 16GB of DDR3 SDRAM, and a up to 2TB HDD. You'll also get a 3-in-1 mouse, integrated Dolby Surround Sound 5.0 speakers, and a Blu-ray drive with optional Bluetooth, and 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi. Read more...

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Chrome poised to become the top web browser in the Philippines

Internet Explorer is still the most commonly used web browser used on personal computers, based on data recorded on websites monitored StatCounter. Internet Explorer has 55% of the worldwide market. In the Philippines, it is a very different story with Mozilla's Firefox having been the top browser used in the country since StatCounter started recording these statistics in December 2008.However, Google's Chrome browser is poised to take the lead. Since December 2009, usage of Firefox by personal computer users in the feelings has been on the steep decline, with Google's Chrome browser eating into Firefox's and Internet Explorer's user base. Have...

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Around the web: The sun rises on Android

PCMag reports that Google will launch Android 3.0, codenamed Honeycomb, on February 2, 2011. A lot of the tech elite have already gotten invites. This operating system is optimized for tablets. I guess we will be seeing the Motorola Xoom and Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 soon.Is Nokia considering releasing Android powered phones? I think they are. TechRadar reported the Nokia CEO Stephen Elop said "In addition to great device experiences we must build, capitalise and/or join a competitive ecosystem?" "Capitzlise" sound like make Meego work. "Join a competitive ecosystem" sounds like adopting Android or even Windows Phone 7.Techie.com.ph has the scoop...

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January 2011 10-inch netbook buyers guide

A lot has changed since wrote our last 10.1-inch netbook buyers guide. Last time out, we recommended the Asus Eee PC 1005PEM at a price of Php21,995. This time around, our recommendation takes 10-inch netbooks into new highs in terms of performance and new lows in terms of price. Ironically, the price drop did not come because of tablets, but by the entry of a new netbook platform, the AMD Fusion.Our pick is the Acer Aspire One 522. The Aspire One 522 has a high definition 1280 x 720 screen, and an AMD Fusion platform to back it up. The high resolution screen should make for a better web browsing experience and will allow you to view 720p HD...

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Update on Windows Phone 7

GSM Arena reports that Microsoft has sold 2 million Windows Phone 7 licenses in the three months since the phones release. While that may sound like a lot, it actually is a poor showing. There are at least eleven Windows Phone 7 models in the market. Two million units divided by ten models means that a manufacturer would have been fortunate to sell 200,000 units of one model in three months.In the same period, Nokia's sold about 6 million Symbian^3 OS mobile phones, Apple sold about 16 million of its iPhones and the number of Android equipped phones was about 27 million. So the two million may sound like a lot, but it is far from a...

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Around the Web - Apple, Apple KiIlers and Apple

Engadget reports that Duetsche Bank ditches the BlackBerry for the iPhone. I am not too surprised. 2011 is the iOS and Android year.  RIM needs to get QNX to the market fast.Villman's has stocks of the Lenovo IdeaPad U260, one of the MacBook Air "killers" hitting the market. It is an interesting enough offering from Lenovo, with a 12.5-inch (yep 12.5-inch) screen. It maximum thickness is just 0.70 inches, just 0.02 inches thicker than the 2010 Macbook Air's, and a 3 pounds it weighs just 0.1 pound more than larger 13.3-inch Macbook Air. Price Php44,900, with an i3-330UM processor inside. A bit on the high side if you ask us. Our favorite...

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Around the Web - iOS, OSX and Android

GSM Arena has reported that Rovio's The Angry Birds: Seasons expansion will be getting another episode, this time dedicated to Valentine’s day. It is pretty sure that Apple iOS will be getting it first. I wonder if it is coming to Android. We don't have Mighty Eagle yet. You can read the rest of the article here. Microsoft is offering a thirty (30) day trial of Office 2011 for Mac, and the Philippines is included. After the trial you can opt to buy it  of US$119.99 for the student version. If you only need one license this is a lot cheaper than the Php9,240 being charged for the three license Boxed Home and Student Edition...

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Smart Communications HTC 7 Mozart Promo

Smart Communications has revived its HTC 7 Mozart Promo until April 30, 2011. The details of the promo can be found at this link.I just noticed that at Smart Gold Plan 500 you have to add Php27,000 for the HTC 7 Mozart. At Smart Gold Plan 800 and you have to add Php24,000. At Smart Gold Plan 1200 and you have to add Php21,000. At Smart Gold Data Plan 1500 you have to add Php19,000.  The HTC 7 Mozart from the following authorized dealer with an official HTC Warranty only costs Php24,000 from CMK Cellphones.Not much of a carrier subsidy from Smart Communications. For the 19K-27K cash out for the phone, we really would...

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BlackBerry Storm 3 Specs

RIM has announced  the next generation of Storm Series, the BlackBerry Storm 3 will be available in September in these year. The BlackBerry Storm 3 Specs are pretty impressive and will definitely position this Storm sequel nicely among other top-of-market handsets. It comes with 3.7-inch WVGA capacitive touchscreen display that support multi-touch input and an eye-catching resolution of 800×480 pixels.Read more...

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Globe Telecom Super Surf Promo

Globe Telecom has a Super Surf Promo which runs from now until April 30, 2011. Super Surf is an add on to Globe Telecom postpaid plans which gives you unlimited internet access through your mobile phone. Thanks to Techie.com.ph for the heads up.Super Surf: The perfect add-on to your Globe iPhoneFrom Globe's website: Super Surf addresses the need for affordable and reasonable rates for data services. This is a new add-on data plan that offers unlimited chatting, downloading, emailing and surfing wherever you go. Super Surf is available as a Regular offer and BlackBerry offer. For BlackBerry, Super Surf allows subscribers to enjoy...

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Samsung Galaxy S2 Price in India

The Samsung Galaxy S2 is a high-end Android device from Samsung and features a TouchWiz 3.0 interface (unlike the Nexus S which offers a basic version of Android). The new  Samsung Galaxy S2 Price and Specs looking unbelievable featuring with 2GHz processor,1 GB RAM and 4 GB ROM and also comes with Google Android 3.0 Gingerbread. It has inbuilt 32GB storage memory for storing the HD videos, music files and pictures, plus a microSD card slot which we can expand upto 32GB card and an 8 megapixel camera with the ability to record Full HD video in 1080p.Read more...

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configure call filtering on the Samsung Infuse 4G

This is the way on how to configure call filtering on the Samsung Infuse 4GHere we can show you how to regain control over your incoming calls and automatically send the ones you don't want to voicemailIn this tips, we'll show you how to gain a little more control over your incoming calls on a contact-by-contact basis.1. Open the contact list2. Scroll until you'll find the contact that you'd like to send straight to voicemail, and tap to open the contact3.  Find and tap on the Send to voicemail option near the bottom of the contact page,1. A pop-up message will appear and asking if you're sure you want to enable this feature.4. Just then...

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Archos 4.3-inch, 7-inch and 10.1-inch tablets

I have seen Archos Tablets for sale intermittently, but now they are available at a major retailer. Villman Computers has four Archos Tablets on stock: A 10.1-inch model, a 4.3-inch model and a 7-inch model. In many respects they are all similar. They are all Android's running on Froyo, all powered by a 1GHz Arm Cortex A8 processors, all have capacitative screens, all support HD (720p) playback and have good connectivity and interface  options with WiFi, USB 2.0 and HDMI out, and have a front facing camera. But each provides a slightly different package for different needs.The Archos A43 has a 4.3-inch 854 x 480 screen. It is the...

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Sanyo Xacti VPC-PD2BK Full HD Dual Camera

Sanyo introduces a new pocket-sized Sanyo Xacti VPC-PD2BK Full HD Dual Camera which can capable of Full HD 1920×1080p video recording at 30fps and 10 Megapixel still shooting. The new Xacti has a portrait, compact, candy-bar type form factor, just like Kodak PlayTouch, Samsung E10 and Panasonic TA1.Read more...

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Cherry Mobile Superion 7-inch tablet

Being a Philippine based blog I should really spend some more time looking at Cherry Mobile's products. Cherry Mobile is a Philippine based mobile communications company which sells mobile phones manufactured by third parts under the Cherry Mobile brand. One of their more interesting products is a 7-inch tablet with full phone capabilities, called the Superion. Launched last October 2010, and hitting the shelves in the same month, it's Php19,990 selling price was pretty fair at the time. With the official launch of the Apple iPad in the Philippine last December 17, 2010, the 20K price is looking a bit less inviting. These days Superion will...

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Steps to Use Tags App and NFC Technology on Google Nexus S

Near Field Communication is an awesome technology for mobile phones, in this tutorial, we will introduce the way to use tags app and NFC on your Google Nexus S. The make use of of Near Field Communication record as well as a Tags App upon your Nexus S (GT-i9020T) have been sparkling brand new facilities in a universe of dungeon phones. Just watch this videoSteps and procedures:Step 1. At first, make sure the NFC setting is turned on by touching Menu button from the Home Screen.Step 2. Select Settings.Step 3. Select Wireless & networks.Step 4. Scroll down, you will find NFC, if it is not enable, make there is a green check beside it.Step 5. Press Home button.Step 6. Hold your Google Nexus S up to the tag.Step 7. You will see a link to the information stored in the tag, in this case,...

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How to transfer files between Samsung Google Nexus S and computer

 Do you wish to transfer the files between your Samsung Google Nexus S and to your computer.You don’t need any software or application to help you transfer file from or to your Samsung Google Nexus S phone.Here is the steps what you need to do before you want to move file between the two device.You need to change the USB settings of your Samsung Nexus S to be Mass Storage mode by performing the following steps:1. Select Menu.2. Select Settings.3. Select Applications.4. Select USB Settings.5. Check the box besides Mass Storage.6. Press the Home Key to return to the home screen. Then insert the microSD memory card into the device’s memory...

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Nintendo 3DS Price $250

Nintendo has announced that the 3DS, the 3D version of their handheld portable video game system, will be available in the US March 27th with medium price tag of  $250. Nintendo 3DS will be 3D-capable, 3.5-inch top screen and a 3-inch bottom screen, a motion sensor, gyro, an analog nub, three cameras .The bottom touch screen makes use of a telescoping stylus that is stored in the unit itself. The top screen displays 3D visuals to the naked eye. Looking at the screen is like peering through a window into a world where characters and objects have true depth. Read more...

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Exporting All Contacts to SIM Card on Samsung Galaxy P1000 Tab

This is the simple steps on How to Export All Contacts to SIM Card on Samsung  P1000 Galaxy Tab Android 2.2 Froyo. We show  you how to export contacts to SIM card on Samsung Galaxy Tab. Here's the simple steps that you need to follow to relocate your contacts from your Samsung Galaxy Tab to SIM card.1: Go to “Applications” on your “Home” Screen and select “Contacts”2: Touch the “Menu” key and navigate to “Import/Export contacts” and select “Export to SIM card” option.3: You may select the contacts that you want to put to your SIM card from the list of all contacts. Subsequently, you choose “Copy/Move” button at the bottom...

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Transfer All SIM Card Contacts to Samsung P1000 Galaxy Tab Android 2.2 Froyo

This is the steps on How to Import All the contacts from the SIM card to Samsung P1000 Galaxy Tab Android 2.2 Froyo. This is a simple tutorial on the steps of transferring SIM card contacts to your new Samsung Galaxy Tab.1: Go to “Home” Screen, select “Applications” and then select “Contacts”.2: Touch the “Menu” button, navigate “Import/Export” selection and select “Import from SIM card”3: Touch “Menu” button and select “Copy to Phone” option.4: Pick “Select All” > “Done”.That's it! You have just successfully importing all your contacts from your SIM card to your new Samsung Galaxy T...

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Lower cost Atom Netbooks: Acer Aspire One D255-2CKK

With the release of by Acer of the AMD Fusion powered Aspire One D522 at Php17,900 it was pretty much certain that lower cost Intel Atom netbooks would follow. Acer has also released the Acer Aspire One D255-2CKK.Quick Specs:Screen: 10.1" 1024 x 600 WSVGA LED backlit TFT LCD screenProcessor: Intel Atom N450 (1.66GHz, 512KB L2 cache, 667MHz FSB)Graphics: Intel GMA3150 Graphics with 64MB of dedicate videoMemory: 1GB DDR2 MemoryStorage: 250 GB SATA Hard Drive and a SD card readerOptical drive: NoneConnectivity: Wifi b/g/n; Bluetooth; USB (x3); VGA Port; Ethernet PortDimensions: 9.8 x 6.7 x 1-1.1 inchesBattery: 6-cell...

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Samsung Chat 322 Specs Price

Samsung Chat322 is the stylish Candybar phone with Qwerty keypad which possesses a great list of practical and accessible features and Specs to offer you matchless experience of high class technology. This dual sim has good number of connectivity features, quality camera, brilliant storage memory, smooth optical trackball, harmonious and high quality music installation. Samsung Chat322 offers you most expressive chit-chat options like SMS, MMS, E-mail, Push E-mail, Internet browsing and T9 function that support its given name. It is available in three graceful colors Pink, White and Black with pretty affordable price in India RS.4400/-Read more...

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Can I blog on a tablet?

I have edited blog posts from my Windows Mobile 6.5 phone using the standard desktop interface. Writing an entire post from my phone its something I have not been able to do. I decided I would try to do it from a tablet, specifically a Samsung Galaxy Tablet. Using the default browser I had a problem straight of the bat. I wrote the title to this post using the default browser of the Galaxy Tab. But once I got to the body I could not get the virtual keyboard to pop up. However by clicking the "Edit HTML" tab I managed to get the virtual keyboard to pop up.While I am not yet an expert with Swype, writing with Swype can probably be as fast as a physical QWERTY keyboard once you get used to it. Although with a device this large some words require a wide sweep. A smaller keyboard would be better...

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Janaury 2011 11" to 12.1" Ultraportable Notebook Buyers Guide

Eleven to twelve inch ultraportables offer a good balance of cost, portability and performance. The most important thing about the 11-inch of larger form factor for a laptop is that it allows for the use of a full size keyboard, which aides in typing comfort. Ultimately, this is the part of the laptop you interact with most.Before making our recommendations, we need to lay down some baseline parameter what it a good ultraportable today. With screen sizes of 11" to 12.1", the laptop should:Not weight more than 3.5 pounds; At least 4 hours of battery life while web-browsing on WiFi, at that weight;Have a processor more...

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