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General Imaging New X5, E1486TW, E1480W, J1455 and aquatic G5WP – PMA 2010
Feb 21st
Like last year, General Imaging has undergone Anaheim to show its new 2010 catalog, although not a big brand does not mean they do not bring succulent products. It G5WP the case of a water compact for $ 180 (132 euros) which replaces the G3WP with its 12.2-mega pixel sensor, 4x optical zoom and a choice of 3 colors to choose from (gray, red or blue). For the range super zoom comes the X5 ($ 150 – 110 euros), featuring 15X optical zoom and ISO 3200 as most outstanding performance in addition to J1455 with 14.2 mega pixel sensor, 5x optical zoom, stabilizer image and several colors to choose from for $ 130 (95 euros).
It does not end the list, two other models also appear slim design (2cm thick), the E1486TW ($ 180 – 132 euros) and the E1480W ($ 150 – 110 euros), both with HD video recording, stabilizer image sensor, 14 mega pixels, 8x optical zoom and 3 inch LCD screen. Many cameras, to not get bored.
Linus Torvalds already has a Nexus One … and likes
Feb 9th
The creator of Linux says it does not like the phones because they “distract you from what you’re doing,” but his opinion about them has changed since Google is holder of Nexus One
Linus Torvalds, The man who created Linux, Recently published an entry on his blog talking about his recent purchase, the smartphone Google Nexus One. He did so precisely because the operating system that governs this device, Android is based on Linux. Torvalds says that “generally hate phones because they are irritating and distracting me while I’m working, reading and doing anything else.” However, the new terminal seems that has changed the way you see them: “I have to admit that Nexus One is a born winner. I had no intentions of buying it too, but the day that Google announced that multi option is enabled I decided finally to it. “
The creator of Linux suggests that one of the benefits that attracted him most was that of GPS, since the end of the day was also looking for one of these devices. So he decided and, as argued, the experience was very positive, especially with Google Maps Navigation, which is also a free service.
Nokia Ovi Player launched, supports Windows 7
Nov 14th
The Nokia Music PC suite has been updated and renamed to Nokia Ovi Player. The Ovi Player comes with several new features, including support for Microsoft’s latest Windows 7, “some new views to help you navigate and enjoy your music collection”, a “filter column” (which should help users browse their music collection easier), and redesigned player controls. The release of the player Ovi Maps API allows you to Ovi familiar with maps to be easily integrated into any suitable site with JavaScript, has recently been published. This allows third parties who wish to innovate in terms of context to adapt their sites, thereby promoting a higher level exchanges and cooperation with their public to use Ovi Maps service and technology. Now, Travel and Tourism websites or social networking sites, including maps Ovi, as it with content that users have customized and then synchronize their mobile devices compatible. OVI Maps is evolving from a consumer service, a dynamic platform for the living and location-based services and content between the mobile device and the Internet. Richer by adding this dimension Maps Ovi we both create new experiences for consumers and new opportunities for developers, “commented Michael Halbherr, Vice President, Social Services Location, Nokia.”The players Ovi Maps API provides an open and easy to use browser on the map a simple Web technologies that could be integrated into any website. This is the first step towards an ecosystem where Nokia active developers can access unique contextual, such as the location for building mobile applications that redefine how we use our mobile devices. “
The latest version of Ovi Maps application on the device, the user with additional features and services that create entirely new possibilities to improve bag. These features and services include high-resolution images and satellite maps of land 2D and 3D. It offers the possibility of rotation, night vision, tipping, fly-over’s and traveling off course. In addition to this, it has 3D landmarks for over 200 cities. OVI Maps and Point of Interest information provided by Lonely Planet and Michelin, injuries and weather service that provides forecasts of the day for 5 days. With all the above functions, there are also “Walk the box”, which has a pedestrian navigation system, the routing of the best made for walkers. This system allows the user to provide a better direction, wherever they are. Or users can try to lead, now have complete car navigation, security and traffic information in real time, which includes many countries has improved.
Blackberry App World to Get Carrier Billing Soon
Nov 14th
Currently, the only way an application on your BlackBerry App have the world, is sure that all your PayPal information, download, indicate first, that you have enough to pay for the application itself. What happens if you are not a habitual user PayPal? Or maybe it’s frustrating enough, except that an additional step between them?
Jim Balsillie, RIM’s CEO, announced at the BlackBerry Developer Conference, which is usually slightly in 2010, when you download your account OFF APP world. This allows you to spontaneously and it gets going, it was announced approach.Also broker Paypal, a new Blackberry Theme Studio offers more customization BlackBerry user interface, and support for a new advertising service developers to integrate ads into their applications. No words, if we consider the transformation in the next few years will see, although I expect one or two carrier at the time, but not all at once.
Samsung – WEP490 Corby Bluetooth headset
Nov 14th
Just got your headset jazzy looking Corby phone but do not want to hook it up with your Bluetooth bland? Well, Samsung’s got you covered. They’ve announced the Corby WEP490 Bluetooth headsets, to complement the hue of your Corby device. Samsung currently has three Corby phones (well, four, if you count the B3310 Corby Mate too), and it will soon introduce a Corby Bluetooth headset as well.It comes in four dual-tone colors along with a simple black and features sharp edge design, big button and a status LED indicator. Named Samsung WEP490 Corby, the headset comes in various color versions, to match the colorful Corby phones.The WEP490 Corby features a status LED indicator, echo cancellation, noise reduction and automatic volume control.But it’s not only about the looks. WEP490 also has audio enhancing qualities like noise reduction and echo cancellation and automatic volume control. It can provide a talk time of up to 6 hours, or a stand-by time of up to 10 hours.