New Tablet Perspective: Toughness:

There must be something about thin tablets, given that they lead the market when it comes to devices and pcs, but perhaps the public and techno fans have take it for granted that other than the thinness, tablet durability might also be one factor to consider when buying tablets. Fortunately, not all tablet, desktop and mobile devices manufacturer concern themselves with the idea that thin is totally in.

Panasonic has decided to come up with a ruggedized Android tablet. Panasonic is known for its Toughbook notebooks, so it isn’t really surprising if the company has designed a touch shock resistant tablet.

The new design is deemed to be launched in 2012, and the target market for the product is not the same market that has popularized Android Honeycomb contingents like Samsung, Asus, Acer, Motorela, Toshiba and Sony. The target population then are people who may possibly give their tablets a rough environment, like those who are often outdoors and exploring.

This is of course good because the conventional market will probably turn a thumbs down to the tablet because they value thinness more.

The new Tough tablet, with a codename of CM111, is 10.1 inch with silver chassis, a number of hardware buttons upfront and wrapped with rubberised grip in the sides. It may not be as thin as the svelte and elegant iPad and Galaxy Tab 10.1 but the new unit is further designed to have a multi-touch matte-style display, one that’s good for viewing things under strong sunlight. It is also modelled to support stylus input but its 3G connectivity is optional.

So how tough is the new Toughbook tablet? CM111 will be definitely temperature tested, whether it can endure an 200 degree C oven heat atmosphere or it can outstand a cold dip in a -85 degree C water bath.

Another temperature test that will be run on the unit is whether it can also survive quick temperature changing environment. Other tests like spraying the tablet continuously with water while it’s turned on, and dropping it from a 120 cm height on slabs of concrete and wood will also be done on the tough tablet. All these procedures are actually the qualifying processes for all Panasonic Toughbook notebooks, thus, it is just logical that the same will be given to the tablet as well.

If CM111 will get through all these tests, then welcome launch for the product should be already organized as early as now.

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After a week, the confirmation of Choi Gee Sung, Samsung’s CEO adds up to this disappointment by putting to rest the speculations of webOS deal. Although this rather sounds frustrating, the team at CM provides us with better solution.

With the straight to the point cut, CyanogenMod 7 for Android suggests that it will run better for your stagnant Touchpad.

Apparently, this platform will provide a more functional Wifi access, faster audio and operational accelerometer with easy access to Android Market.

However, the code is yet to be revealed by the team as they are currently configuring the Hamsterdance effect. In that case, we have to wait and hope for a faster development.

Meanwhile, there is a plan for webOS to receive split global business units.

Apparently, the two units specifically webOS software will be moved to the Office of Strategy and Technology, whereas the hardware division will go to the Personal Systems Group. The splitting of webOS units is viewed to optimize their technology.

But there is another hint that webOS will remain as the major platform for the HP Company.

Whether what move HP is going to make, we are petty sure that they are going to make the best move for their company.

But as a consumer, we can’t close our eyes to the other options offered by other developers. In this crucial moment, only one virtue will stand, it’s either loyalty or practicality.

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The Google+ app button has created a stir for Android fans. The app is very impressive as it is hitting the benchmarks for clicks over the other social networking apps.

Although it is admittedly thought that this will be too early for Google to venture into its very own social network, it seems that there is already a stemming problem for iOS based devices.

This is for the reason that currently no apps for iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch are available. It means that the user experience and special notifications will be limited for the user of the said devices.

If the current status will remain for a long time, then it will give us enough reason to suspect that Google might have plans to overtake the big social networking sites (Twitter and Facebook) by giving exclusive features for Android apps.

By then, we can note that iOS apps might lose their popularity.

On the other hand, we still do have the benefit of the doubt. This recent issue can be either caused by the delay of approving the app on the side of Apple or Google has not yet submitted an app to the app store.

In any of these cases, we can say that it would be a cunning strategy for Google to promote Android.

In addition, the swarming products and services of Google are already dominating that can lead us to think that this might mark the fall of iOS and the rise for Android. Hopefully, Google will not be this cruel.

Do you think Google will give priority to Android apps than IOS apps?

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In the recent quarter of this year, it was viewed that the sales of Android Mobile OS is slogging.

According to the recorded statistics of ChangeWave survey, it shows that only 32% of the consumers are planning to buy the Android OS (Google) devices in the next 90 days, while a larger 46% are planning to buy the iOS (Apple) devices and a far behind 4% for Blackberry OS (RIM) devices.

It can be noted that in terms of market share, Android Mobile OS devices seem to be dominant, however due to the upcoming iPhone 5, the iCloud service and iOS 5 the dominant standing of Android OS is currently destabilizing by ranking only next to iOS in the said survey.

Apparently, these results are direct effects of the consumer’s continuing demands on smartphones and mobile OS as well.

Considering the anticipation of the people for the release of Apple’s 5th generation iPhone, the upcoming service of iCloud and iOS 5 and their claimed satisfaction to Windows 7, we can almost say that there’s no greater and better than the service we can get with Apple.

Add to that is the increasing popularity of Apple that helps in utilizing its dominance are already a crystal-clear factor for both consumers and their rivals.

In my own view, it’s quite normal to see Android Mobile OS struggling at this point against iOS because the market as always is an arena of challenges where everyone is taught to compete with each other as hard as they can, in order to improve.

For now, we have seen that Apple is just right in applying the formula to success.

So, which smartphones are you going to buy, iOS, Android or Blackberry?

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Have you spent your time looking for the nicest tablet in town? Well, you better take a look and check on this Android Gingerbread tablet.

Recently, we have been sighting for Google’s tablets and gladly we’ve found one that is truly extraordinary not only with its extra-low price, but with its powerful design and performance.

This is Ingenium 2.3 tablet that completes the list of Android tablets in the market. It features a 7-inch capacitive multi-touch screen in 800×480 screen display with Telechips TC8803 1.2 GHz Cortex processor and 512 RAM.

It runs on Android 2.3 Gingerbread OS with an on-board 4GB memory, but can be increased up to 32 GB through a microSD card.

Its connectivity provides HDMI port, mini USB, USB dongle and 3G supports.

Moreover, this tablet has a front-facing 0.3 megapixel camera which allows video calls and video chat. But , it doesn’t have a rear side camera of which not a problem for a tablet. Have it been designed with a rear camera, it would be awkward to snap a photo with a tablet high in the air.

Apparently, this tablet is now available for only $192. But if you buy three or more of this tablet you can get each for $183.

A huge discount isn’t it? On the other hand, you can also but this tablet online at Chinavasion.com with a 1-year warranty.

In general, this tablet may go well with students, academicians and business people, although it’s not a quite hardcore type tablet. This is very accommodating for people who are looking for a quality device with no extra pocket requirements.

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A draining battery and empty ones are the most frustrating experiences we usually have with our devices.

We can’t just throw and dump our phones off because of this light reason. Now, as you can see, the real problem stems from the immediate loss of battery energy.

So, the extension of battery life must be the solution. Now, this is good news, here are helpful tips in charging your Android phone to extend battery life.

Tip #1. Turn Off Wi-fi and GPS and other apps.

When charging your Android phone, you must not until the battery becomes empty.

It is advisable to charge it more frequently, but you must take note that during your charging time, you should turn off anything that causes the heavy draining of the power of your battery.

So, our first tip for you is that you must turn off the Wifi, GPS and other apps that are not in use. By then, your phone gets enough power at faster rate.

Tip #2. Add a power control widget.

If ever your phone does not have the automatic icon notification window, then you must add a power control widget right through your phone’s home-screen for easy control and access.

You can add it by clicking on the “Menu>Add>Widgets>Power Control”

Tip #3. Dim The Light, Turn Off Vibrations.

Another way of reducing easy draining of your battery is that you can turn off or adjust the lights of your phone.

It will allow more power to be saved when lights on your phone is not in use, just like what we are doing in our own house. We practically turn off those lights that are unused to save energy.

The same principle applies in your phones.

One thing also is the use of vibrations. It is better to put your phone in a ringing mode than in a vibrating mode.

Tip #4. Get a battery extender case.

Many users have resorted to this phone accessory because it is very convenient and a real energy saver. You don’t have to worry about carrying your chargers or adapters.

The battery extender case stores extra energy that can be readily used up by your draining phone.

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Earlier this year, we already have heard different rumors on the upcoming Amazon tablet. Previous reports told us that it is going to be one of the Android’s tablets. Consequently, the topic about the coming of Amazon tablet is becoming quite interesting, as this will be the first time for Amazon to launch its own line of device.

In fact, this may be gleaned as their new venture from usual online selling of other products to selling their own.

For that reason, it was confirmed through a recent information that we are going to expect the Amazon tablets this October.

Its expected production line will be 1.5 million units, of which we hope all of this units will be sold considering that this move might be a push to sell a digital content.

Some analysts speculate that Amazon tablet will be utilized as a medium for the video-on-demand streaming service (VOD of Amazon.

According to their speculations, the streaming service will come first as a free access for Amazon device, but later it will charge the users after the introductory period will lapse.

While there is no official statement yet from Amazon regarding the matter, their cloud networking service and the billions of available products they have may lead us to believe that they can do all the possible means in promoting the digital content service.

On the other hand, the said Amazon tablet is going to feature a smaller 9″ screen.

Aside from the information given above there is no further details yet as to its specs and prize. So, we all have to watch for its actual coming later this year!

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Recently, there is an increasing emphasis on movie rentals and ebook purchases from a new Android market look.

If you happen to have an Android 2.2, Android 3.1 or higher you must have notice and enjoyed this latest app change. The said app was announced last May at Google’s I/O event.

Apparently, you will have an access to thousands of movies from this app only if you have already upgraded your version of Android Market.

The prices for the movies starts at $1.99. There are two means to get this app. You can either wait for the automatic update on your handset or download it from wildcat channels, which is risky for your device.

On the other hand, you no longer have to worry when you want to download bigger apps.

This app provides a maximum size of up to 4GB of which an ideal size for gaming.

Nevertheless, its design is more like or quiet better than the App Store, but the content that is available in the app are the same with iTunes.

So, others think that Android must catch up with this minor flaw so that it will have an edge against its counterparts.

So far, this improvement from Android escalates new expectation from their fans. For sure, many of these fans are now busy in trying to get this new app.

Unfortunately, at this moment the app is yet exclusively available in the US. However, Google anticipates that they can also distribute this service to other specific countries soon.

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If the App Store and Android Marketplace are busy in making noise to grab the attention of consumers, the Windows phone 7 Marketplace is making their own noise too.

Recently, the reports have told us that they have already garnered 25,000 applications in about 8 months.

That number shows a fast and significant growth not to mention that WP7′s Marketplace have not yet reach its anniversary from the time of its launching.

This news was originally reported on WindowsPhoneApplist.Com where the sites have shown statistics regarding the performance of each mobile application stores.

Apparently, the site have recorded that it took eight months and six days for iPhone to hit 25,000 apps, while for the Android Market, it took a year and three months before they have reached 25,000 apps.

Other statistics have also revealed that 75% of the 25,000 apps are in English, 18% are games, 51% of the apps are totally free and there are about 7,000 published app developers.

However, there is no clear report if all of these 25,000 apps are fully functional. We have heard bragging from OS makers regarding the number, but never did we hear about the performance of these apps.

For that reason, we think that this kind of strategy in catching the user’s attention is really tricky. Well, to cut the issue, we congratulate WP7 Marketplace for reaching a milestone.

We are hoping to hear some greater news than this. Specifically, we expect to hear statistics regarding the most sought after mobile applications in the marketplace.

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The announcement of Sony on the S1 and S2 tablets is not that prestigious. We only know little about these upcoming Android tablets.

The size and looks of these two tablets are already revealed, but as to its specs, price and date of release there is no information yet.

But I believe, our long wait is over for there is a new hands-on video being circulated right now.

In the recent event in Munich, the S1 and S2 tablets have the run down tastings that impressed the spectators of the event. In fact, it is being labeled as “something special”.

Apparently, we know that the S1 and S2 have slight differences in their displays and PS logo. Sony S1 tablet have a single screen that measures 9.4 inches, while the Sony S2 have a dual 5 inch display screen.

Due to its size, we can think of it as PlayStations. This observation was agreed by Golem site when they said that the S2 tablet is like the Nintendo DS. Moreover, the two tablets are going to run the Android 3.0 Honeycomb custom IU.

For now the release date of these two anticipated tablets is not yet announced. Some say that it could be this September and it will have its first priority in UK and other European countries. A pre-order application must also be filled up a month before its release.

So far, we are yet in a hanging status regarding this product. It seems like Sony is playing the mystery game. We don’t have any other idea about this product and Sony is driving our attention to watch for these tablets.

Thus, we will have to wait until its release is official. The only question I have is that, which of the two tablets will you choose to buy?

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