Wednesday, November 3, 2010

BlackBerry Torch 9800 Now in India

Research In Motion (RIM) announced the launch of the BlackBerry Torch 9800, the first BlackBerry smartphone with the new BlackBerry 6 operating system, and the first to feature the exciting combination of a full touch screen experience with a BlackBerry keyboard.

Equipped with a broad range of advanced communications and multimedia features, the highly anticipated BlackBerry Torch is ideal for socially connected consumers and packed with the tools business customers love.

It offers support for high-speed 3G (UMTS/HSDPA) networks around the world, includes the latest generation in Wi-Fi (b/g/n) connectivity and features built-in GPS for location-based applications and geo-tagging. Its 5 MP camera takes exceptional pictures and supports video recording. In addition, it comes with a combined 8 GB of media storage out-of-the-box and includes a microSD/SDHD memory card slot that can bring the total storage memory to 36 GB for customers who want more.

BlackBerry 6 is a new operating system that retains the familiar and trusted features that distinguish the BlackBerry brand while delivering a fresh, approachable and engaging experience that’s powerful and easy to use. BlackBerry 6 features a redesigned interface that seamlessly works with the touch screen and track pad, includes expanded messaging capabilities with intuitive features to simplify the management of social networking and RSS feeds (Social Feeds), and provides integrated access to BBM (BlackBerry Messenger), Facebook, Twitter, MySpace and various instant messaging applications available on the BlackBerry Torch smartphone. Its enhanced multimedia experience rivals the best in the industry and includes a dedicated YouTube app and Podcasts app.

BlackBerry 6 also integrates a new and rich WebKit-based browser on BlackBerry Torch that renders HTML web pages (as well as HTML email) quickly and beautifully for a great browsing experience. It features tabs for accessing multiple sites simultaneously and pinch to zoom for easy navigation. Universal search allows users to search through email, messages, contacts, music, videos and more on the smartphone, as well as extend search to the Internet or to discover applications on BlackBerry App World.

“With its new high-performance browser, powerful touch screen interface and easy-to-use BlackBerry keyboard, the highly anticipated BlackBerry Torch offers an exceptional mobile experience for both consumers and business users in India,” said Frenny Bawa, Managing Director, India, Research In Motion.


Videocon Diwali Offer; Buy Videocon Products & Get Assured Gifts

Videocon Group, one of India’s leading consumer electronics and home appliances company, is all set to make Diwali special by launching attractive offers for its customers. As part of the festive bonanza, on purchase of any Videocon products ranging from televisions, LEDs, LCDs, Satellite LCDs, Air Conditioners, Refrigerators, to Washing Machines, customers can take home assured gifts.

The company has also launched an innovative interest-free finance scheme, where customers can take home their dream product by paying a down payment of Rs. 2500 and by paying balance money in 10 easy installments. Through this promotion, the company is looking at a 70% sales growth over the same period last year.

During the offer period, customers can avail assured gifts like Videocon d2h Set top Box with free 1 month subscription on the purchase of Videocon LCDs, LEDs, flat panel TV range. Besides this, customers can get stylish Videocon preloaded SIM phones worth Rs. 3195/- with features like Bluetooth, MP3 Player and Camera on the purchase of Videocon’s Front Load Washing Machines, Split Air Conditioners and the newly launched Satellite LCDs.

What’s more! Assured gifts range from stylish rice cookers worth Rs. 2095/-, Reebok watches worth Rs. 2499/- and dry Iron worth Rs. 695/- on purchase of products like washing machines, refrigerators and microwave ovens. Commencing today until November 5, 2010, the offer is valid across India.

Commenting on the festive offer, Jaideep Rathore, Chief Marketing Officer – Consumer Electronics & Home Appliances Business, Videocon Group said, “Festivals are a time to enjoy and celebrate with friends and family. Videocon Festival Bonanza is the perfect opportunity for India to enjoy the festive season like never before. Now with every new purchase of Videocon products, our customers stand a chance to take home exciting gifts that can be enjoyed by the entire family.”

He further added, “During the festive season, we will be providing one-on-one service support to our customers especially in remote areas in Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Maharashtra. We are looking at 200% sales growth in hi-end product categories like LCDs, LEDs, Satellite LCDs, Fully automatic washing machines.”


Videocon ZEUS; Videocon Android Mobile in India

Videocon Mobile Phones announced its entry in the Android phone market, by launching ‘Videocon Zeus’ in the Indian market. ‘Videocon Zeus’ is Android TM 2.1 (Éclair) ready with a large 3.2 inch multi-touch (capacitive) screen with 600 MHz Qualcomm Microprocessor, 5MP camera, Wi-Fi, A-GPS and Push Mail amongst many other features. Alongside with ZEUS the company is extending its range of mobile phones and is introducing additional four new phones.

The Android TM powered Zeus replicates the PC experience for the user on the move. The Android TM Operating System provides a seamless integration of the device with the Internet and also provides an intuitive access to over 70,000 applications in the Android TM Marketplace for easy download and installation. The Preloaded Applications on the Zeus opens up a whole new dimension of internet for the user.

Other mobile phones introduced are Videocon V1410, V1603, V1475 & V1606 **

On the launch, Mr. Rahul Goel, COO, Videocon Mobile Phones said: “Mobile phone market today is very dynamic and price sensitive & people are looking for a Mobile phone that can not only express their style but at the same time is unique in its own self. With the new launches we try to get interesting new elements in the industry and are very positive that it will create the desired newness in the Mobile Phone industry.”

Videocon V1410 is the First ever mobile device with integrated Laser Pointer. The Laser Pointer Phone is full of mischief. V1410 also features a VGA Camera, Bluetooth, 1.8” TFT screen and Micro-SD up to 4GB.

The Innovation goes into an overdrive with the Videocon V1603. V1603 the first ever mobile phone with Dual Battery and Dual T Flash card slot available in the market. Now the user can toggle between the two power sources and the external battery can actually be removed if the phone is on alternate power. It has a Dual T-Flash Card slot that not only provides a healthy 8 GB external storage space, but also provides the flexibility to hot swap the external card. (Meaning that the external SIM can be removed from the slot without switching the phone off)

QWERTY phones being the style statement at Videocon and the V1475 takes this story further. The V1475 is a Stylish QWERTY phone available in 4 trendy and fashionable colours. Videocon V1606 is a Multimedia device with 2MP HD Camera and Dual Loud Speakers and a large 6cm TFT screen with brilliant screen clarity.

On the launch, Mr. Anil Khera, CEO, Videocon Mobile Phones said: “Our objective is to emerge amongst the leading players based on our range and offerings. The entry into the Android TM space extends our offering, thus placing us better amongst the leading Indian players, and we are keen to enhance our penetration across the markets.”

Videocon Mobile phones is emphasizing on its distribution channels to make these handsets available to its consumers for a value for money proposition. The company has a strong after sales service with its dedicated call centre and 430 plus authorised service centres are readily available for the consumers for any queries, issues and support.

Videocon Mobile Phones was awarded the Product of the Year 2010 in the ‘Value Phones’ category for their V1405. Product of the Year is an internationally recognized standard that celebrates and rewards the best innovations in consumer products. Thousands and thousands of discerning consumers across India evaluate the innovations and choose only the best as their Product of the Year.


Titan RAGA AQUA Watches; New Watches For This Diwali

Titan Raga, the only women’s watch brand in the country, launched “RAGA AQUA”, an executive range of watches inspired by the vast and mysterious secrets of the ocean.

Actress Chitrangada Singh along with Ajoy Chawla, Vice President, Titan Watches unveiled the stunning “RAGA AUQA” collection. This range of exclusive watches is perfect blend of modernity and tradition, designed to capture the poise and grandeur of today’s woman.

Titan Raga, the only women’s watch brand in the country, today announced the launch of “RAGA AQUA”, an exquisite range of watches inspired by vast and mysterious secrets of the ocean. Renowned Bollywood actress Chitrangada Singh along with Ajoy Chawla, Vice President, Titan Watches unveiled the stunning “RAGA AQUA” collection. This range of exclusive watches is a perfect blend of modernity and tradition, designed to capture the poise and grandeur of today’s woman.

Every watch from Raga Aqua collection inspired from the fascinating world of water full of mystical patterns and hues promises elegance, femininity and sensuality. The designs are inspired by mermaids, conch shells and oysters. With 9 exquisite styles and over 30 options to choose from, this collection is bound to leave you captivated.

The collection of watches is embellished with Swarovski crystals, mother of pearl dials, rose gold hues and gleaming steel finishes, making it a perfect accessory to adorn or gift during this Diwali.

The award winning Titan Design Studio has designed this stunning collection.

Ajoy Chawla, Vice President, Titan Watches averred, “Raga Aqua is the latest addition to Titan’s range. The popularity of Titan Raga has grown year after year .This season we are pleased to present a new collection to our consumers. The new Raga Aqua watches will definitely add a touch of glamour and is a perfect fit for the upcoming festive season”.

“I am fascinated with the way a theme as evocative as Aqua has resulted in such unique and beautiful designs. I feel the beautiful styling of these watches is a perfect accompaniment to complete your festive look and it is an immense pleasure for me to launch the new Titan Raga Aqua collection”. Ms. Chitrangada Singh, Bollywood actress added.

The Titan "RAGA AQUA" is affordably price at Rs. 1,500 to Rs. 9,000, the collection is available at all World of Titan showrooms, leading multi-brand outlets and department stores across the country.


Lemon Duo 525: Latest Lemon Dual SIM Mobile @ Price Rs. 3799

Lemon Mobiles, the value for money mobile brand promoted by Fastrack Communications Pvt. Ltd. has launched Lemon DUO 525, the fastest processor phone in its category with better camera, better video performance and faster internet facility with EDGE. The DUO 525 also has a large 80 MB internal phone memory and can support upto 8GB expandable memory.

The phone supports the maximum social networking facilities and is supported by powerful dual speakers with an equalizer. The phone is available in 3 colors: Red, Royal Blue and Black.

Lemon Duo 525 Features : GSM + GSM (Dual SIM), 5000 Phonebook memory, 4000 SMS memory, Advanced Theft tracker with Remote Control, MP3/Video Player, Video & Sound Recorder, 1500 mAh Battery, FM radio with Schedule Recording, Opera Mini Browser, Lemon Twist, Background Sound, External Memory Support upto 8 GB, Emails (configure Outlook, Gmail, Yahoo)

Advanced Key Features:
- Dual SIM: The phone supports a Dual SIM, Dual Standby facility - GSM +GSM.
- Fast Processor: At 208 Mhz, the DUO 525 is a phone with the fastest processor in its category
- Mobile Tracker via Remote Control : The Lemon DUO 525 supports mobile phone tracking which gives information when the phone is lost.
- Remote Control : function controls the phone through the message command.
- Command: LEMONRC + Password + Command If the password = 0000
- Shut Down: LEMONRC0000SHUTDOWN
- Call Forward: LEMONRC0000CALLFORWARD91xxxxxxxxxx
- Phone Lock: LEMONRC0000PHONELOCK
- Cancel Phone Lock: LEMONRC0000CANCELPHONELOCK
- Disk Format: LEMONRCDISKFORMAT
- Webcam: Connect DUO 525 to PC and use the camera as the webcam. No additional drivers required, just connect the phone to PC and select webcam mode. Multimedia on the Go: 2GB pre-loaded card free with DUO 525.

Lemon Mobiles DUO 525 Price: INR 3799 (Free 2GB memory card - pre loaded with multi-media content)
Call & SMS Blacklist: DUO 525 supports BlackList which protects you from receiving unwanted calls & messgaes.

Hindi Calendar: DUO 525 supports English & Hindi Calendar. Multi format Video & Music player and Video recorder: Video player that plays video 3GP, MP4, AVI (M-JPEG), RMVB, FLV formats Supports 3gp format in video recorder; Music Player plays MP3, WAV, AMR, AWP, AAC, AAC+, MIDI with Equalizer; With a 2.5 mm to 3.5mm convertor in the box.

Dell Streak India: Price, Features, Specifications

Dell announced the launch of the Dell Streak Android 3G Tablet with a 5-inch display in India. Dell Streak has a 5-inch screen with a resolution of 480×800 and 16M color output, ideal for experiencing thousands of Android Market widgets, games and applications all without squinting or compromising portability. It comes with front-and-back cameras capture photos and videos on the fly with 5 mega pixel resolution. Dell Streak has 2G and 3G mobile broadband, WiFi, Bluetooth connectivity.

Dell Streak Price in India: Rs. 35000/- Approx

Dell Streak Features & Specifications:


Camera & Display:
- Camera – 5 MP Auto focus camera, dual-LED Flash, Resolution 2592 X 1944 pixels, Face and Smile Detection, Geo Tagging
- A Secondary VGA Camera for Video call
- Display – 5 inches, 480 X 800 Pixels
- Multi Touch Input
- Proximity Sensor for Auto Turn Off Accelerometer Sensor for Auto Rotate

Media Features:
- Audio, Video Playback
- 3.5mm Audio Jack.
- Speakerphone
- MP3 Ring tones, Vibration
- Games, Downloadable Music
- Voice Dial
- Photo Editor

Message Support:
- SMS, MMS, Email
- Instant Messaging

Connectivity:
- Connectivity Options – Bluetooth v2.0, Wi-Fi 802.11b/g, USB v2.0,
- Data Modes – GPRS, EDGE, 3G, HSDPA, HSUPA

Memory (Storage Capacity):
- Internal Memory – 16 Giga Byte, 512MB RAM, 512MB ROM
- Expandable Memory- Up to 32 GB MicroSD/Transflash Memory Card Slot
- Unlimited contacts with Photocall
- call records – Unlimited

Dell Streak Battery Power:
- Stand By – N/A
- Battery Talktime – N/A

Mobile Size and Looks:
- Size – 152.9 x 79.1 x 10 mm
- Weight – 220 grams.
- Body Colors – Black, Red

Binatone Android Touch Tablet Price @ 9000 Launched in India

Binatone, the UK-based leading international telecom giant, enters in Indian Market with the launch of its Touch Tablet at a very affordable price as low as Rs. 9,000. The all new Home Surf Touch tablet, which is almost as slim as the iPad, runs Android 1.6, has an 8 inch resistive screen, Wi-Fi, 2 GB onboard storage, 128 MB RAM and is powered by an ARM 11 667 MHz processor. But the killer is the price: Rs. 9,000, which is less than half that charged by other Android tablets available in the market today. The 8” Home Surf Touch Tablet based on Android technology powered by Google.

According to Sat Murthi, Executive Vice President Binatone India said, “We are committed to breaking the barriers of technology reaching the masses”. He observed that technology no longer commands a premium in the market place and that Binatone continues its stride to provide the latest technology products at affordable prices.

Murthi said, “Binatone plans to invest Rs. 50 crores in the next 12 months in technology, product development and marketing. Our products are specifically “Indianised” with special features like “Audio boost”, “Power saver” and “Binatone Zone”, which all have been carefully market researched and implemented to address the specific Indian needs.

He went on to outline development of futuristic products with solar charger mobile handsets to address the frequent power outages in rural markets. Binatone, he said “is also bringing in the low cost 3G handsets by end of the year to cater to the deployment of newer technologies in India.

Dino Lalvani, Chairman Binatone Communications Group unveiled the product saying this is the first of its kind in India. To reinforce this excitement it will be aggressively priced at Rs. 8995 in retail. Home Surf Touch Tablet, with its ultra slim design can access the internet on wifi. The battery operated device can retain its charge for several hours in video, web browsing, and many other applications for daily use.

Lalvani concluded his speech saying, “India deserves the best of technologies in communication and we at Binatone with our 50 years experience will harness the latest in innovative technologies and bring them to market affordably. Our India software team based out of Bangalore is always exploring newer technologies and our collaboration with semi conductor partners helps us to work on cost effective solutions, given our economies of scale which is supported by our global reach” he said.

HP G-Series Notebooks Price Starts @ Rs. 34500

True to its technology and innovation credo, Hewlett-Packard India is back again to delight its consumers with the introduction of the new HP G Series consumer notebook PCs. Designed with style and portability in mind, the HP G Series offers a compelling combination of performance, looks and value for consumers’ everyday use.
As a starting point for consumers to begin their journey with HPs core range of consumer notebook innovations, the HP G42 and G62 are ideal for people who want a productivity tool to accomplish their daily tasks whilst enjoying a connected, hassle-free multimedia experience.

HP G Series provides all-day computing in a stylish package of eye-catching and trendy colors. The HP G42 and G62 are available in a colorful choice of chic Charcoal Grey, Velvet Red & Imperial Blue HP Imprint finishes.

Vinay Awasthi, Director, Personal Systems Group, HP India said, “HP is constantly redefining the personal digital entertainment experience with new products and services that fundamentally change the way consumers connect, access and enjoy their digital devices, content and services. With the launch of G-Series notebooks, we are providing a power packed and performance loaded computing experience to one and all.”

HP G Series Notebooks Features:
Measuring under 1.24-inch thin(1) and starting from 2.2-kilos(2), the HP G Series notebooks fuse advanced technologies with stylish designs to deliver a superior computing and unsurpassed consumer experience.

Ease of usability: Both HP G Series notebooks feature a full-size, ergonomic pocket-style keyboard with flush touchpad, and up to 750 GB (only for the HP G62 model) storage space for work, music, photos and other multimedia content.

Feel-good factor: Complete with the latest HP imprint finish and fingerprint-less design, the HP G42 and HP G62 notebooks are designed with the environment in mind and are EPEAT registered at the Silver level in recognition of their energy efficiency and other environmental attributes.

Mobile entertainment: With a choice of 14.0-inch or 15.6-inch HD HP BrightView LED Display(3), amplify your entertainment experience while surfing the Web, checking email, connecting with friends on the built-in Webcam or listening to music powered by Altec Lansing audio speakers.


Enhanced computing experience: Do more while on the go with a choice of the latest Intel CoreTM i3 or Core i5 Processor(4) Technology and up to 5.5 hours of battery life with an integrated 6-cell battery(5).

HP G Series NoteBooks Price in India:
The HP G Series is expected to be available across India in September 2010 with a starting price of Rs. 34,500/- (taxes as applicable).


LG Optimus 7 & LG Optimus 7Q: First Windows Phone 7 Devices by LG

LG Electronics (LG) today announced the global launch of its first Windows Phone 7 devices, LG Optimus 7 and LG Optimus 7Q . Building on Mi-crosoft’s new operating system that offers people the ability to do more in fewer steps, the LG Optimus 7 series introduces a new era for smartphones and offers consumers a whole new experience of mobile life.

A direct result of LG and Microsoft’s close work together in the smartphone market, the LG Optimus 7 series offers the glance and go experience of Windows Phone 7 combined with unique features only available on the LG devices. These compelling applications -- the DLNA-based Play To, augmented reality (AR) and Voice-to-Text -- are available as Live Tiles on Windows Phone 7 and can be accessed via integrated “Hubs”.

“We have designed LG Optimus 7 series to include a truly innovative sharing experience via the Windows Phone 7 environment,” said Dr. Jong-seok Park, President and CEO of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. “Having worked closely with Microsoft to develop these fantastic devices, we are thrilled to now be able to reveal our vision of what a true Windows Phone 7 should be.”

Andy Lees, President of the Mobile Communications Business at Microsoft, added: “We are very excited to be working with LG, a mobile phone industry innovator. Windows Phone 7 is designed to bring together what you care about most and LG is a key partner in making that experience a reality for people around the world.”

New Experience in Sharing and Enjoying Entertainment
The LG Optimus 7 series offers a breakthrough in entertainment convenience by putting the mobile device at the center of today’s digital lifestyle. With Play To, the DLNA-based multimedia sharing technology available only on LG Optimus 7 devices, users will have the most user-friendly file-sharing experience. LG is leading the innovation of DLNA technology by offering easy and intuitive settings for accessing this feature.

Play To lets users share multimedia files with other digital devices from the picture, video or music Hubs without having to access other menus. Users will be able to display videos and photos captured on their LG Optimus 7 or LG Optimus 7Q on a TV or enjoy music on their phones through their favorite speakers without wires.

ScanSearch, an AR application that connects users with a world of information, is another unique feature available only on LG Windows Phone 7 devices. Users can access real-time information about shopping, dining, weather, entertainment and banking, bringing together one’s online and offline worlds for a more enjoyable life.

Users can also speak up and be heard thanks to LG’s Voice-to-Text feature which allows communication without the need for finger input. LG Optimus series owners will have the freedom to transcribe their voice into text for updating Facebook and Twitter or composing emails and memos for the experience of convenient, hands-free communication.

The LG Optimus 7 series helps users enjoy a new era of entertainment through the intro-duction of Microsoft’s popular Xbox LIVE(R) and Zune(R) services. Consumers will have direct access to their favorite games and music, bringing all entertainment devices together for more convenient enjoyment.

BlackBerry PlayBook Tablet Launched by RIM

Research In Motion (RIM) on Monday unveiled its new professional-grade BlackBerry PlayBook tablet and BlackBerry Tablet OS.
Perfect for either large organizations or an "army of one", the BlackBerry PlayBook is designed to give users what they want, including uncompromised web browsing, true multitasking and high performance multimedia, while also providing advanced security features, out-of-the-box enterprise support and a breakthrough development platform for IT departments and developers.

The incredibly powerful and innovative BlackBerry PlayBook is truly a game-changing product in the growing tablet marketplace.

"RIM set out to engineer the best professional-grade tablet in the industry with cutting-edge hardware features and one of the world's most robust and flexible operating systems," said Mike Lazaridis, President and Co-CEO at Research In Motion. "The BlackBerry PlayBook solidly hits the mark with industry leading power, true multitasking, uncompromised web browsing and high performance multimedia."

The Tablet You'll Want to Take Everywhere
This beautifully designed and incredibly powerful tablet is ultra portable, ultra thin and super convenient for both work and play. Measuring less than half an inch thick and weighing less than a pound, the BlackBerry PlayBook features a vivid 7" high resolution display that looks and feels great in your hand. With such a unique mix of utility, performance and portability, you’ll want to take it everywhere.

The New Benchmark in Tablet Performance
At its heart, the BlackBerry PlayBook is a multitasking powerhouse. Its groundbreaking performance is jointly fueled by a 1 GHz dual-core processor and the new BlackBerry Tablet OS which supports true symmetric multiprocessing. Together, the abundant processing power and highly sophisticated OS enable the BlackBerry PlayBook to provide users with true multitasking and a highly-responsive and fluid touch screen experience for apps and content services.

Uncompromised Web Browsing
With support for Adobe Flash Player 10.1, Adobe Mobile AIR and HTML-5, the BlackBerry PlayBook provides customers with an uncompromised, high-fidelity web experience and offers them the ability to enjoy all of the sites, games and media on the web. For more than a decade, the mobile industry has worked to bridge the gap between the "real web" and mobile devices through various apps and technologies and, in fact, a significant number of mobile apps today still simply serve as a proxy for web content that already exists on the web. The BlackBerry PlayBook closes that gap and brings the real, full web experience to mobile users while also opening new and more exciting opportunities for developers and content publishers.

High Performance Multimedia
The BlackBerry PlayBook features premium multimedia features to support high-quality mobile experiences. It includes dual HD cameras for video capture and video conferencing that can both record HD video at the same time, and an HDMI-out port for presenting one's creations on external displays. The BlackBerry PlayBook also offers rich stereo sound and a media player that rivals the best in the industry.

BlackBerry Integration
For those BlackBerry PlayBook users who carry a BlackBerry smartphone*, it will also be possible to pair their tablet and smartphone using a secure Bluetooth connection. This means they can opt to use the larger tablet display to seamlessly and securely view any of the email, BBM, calendar, tasks, documents and other content that resides on (or is accessible through) their smartphone. They can also use their tablet and smartphone interchangeably without worrying about syncing or duplicating data. This secure integration of BlackBerry tablets and smartphones is a particularly useful feature for those business users who want to leave their laptop behind.

Enterprise Ready
Thanks to the seamless and secure Bluetooth pairing experience and the highly secure underlying OS architecture, the BlackBerry PlayBook is enterprise ready and compatible (out-of-the-box) with BlackBerry Enterprise Server. When connected over Bluetooth, the smartphone content is viewable on the tablet, but the content actually remains stored on the BlackBerry smartphone and is only temporarily cached on the tablet (and subject to IT policy controls). With this approach to information security, IT departments can deploy the BlackBerry PlayBook to employees out-of-the-box without worrying about all the security and manageability issues that arise when corporate data is stored on yet another device.

QNX Neutrino Reliability
The BlackBerry Tablet OS is built upon the QNX Neutrino microkernel architecture, one of the most reliable, secure and robust operating system architectures in the world. Neutrino has been field hardened for years and is being used to support mission-critical applications in everything from planes, trains and automobiles to medical equipment and the largest core routers that run the Internet. The new BlackBerry Tablet OS leverages and builds upon the many proven strengths of this QNX Neutrino architecture to support a professional grade tablet experience and to redefine the possibilities for mobile computing.

An OS Built for Developers
The Neutrino based microkernel architecture in the BlackBerry Tablet OS delivers exceptional performance, high scalability, Common Criteria EAL 4+ security, and support for industry standard tools that are already familiar to hundreds of thousands of developers. The OS is fully POSIX compliant enabling easy portability of C-based code, supports Open GL for 2D and 3D graphics intensive applications like gaming, and will run applications built in Adobe Mobile AIR as well as the new BlackBerry WebWorks app platform announced today (which will allow apps to be written to run on BlackBerry PlayBook tablets as well as BlackBerry smartphones with BlackBerry 6). The BlackBerry Tablet OS will also support Java enabling developers to easily bring their existing BlackBerry 6 Java applications to the BlackBerry Tablet OS environment.

BlackBerry PlayBook Tablet Features:
- 7" LCD, 1024 x 600, WSVGA, capacitive touch screen with full multi-touch and gesture support
- BlackBerry Tablet OS with support for symmetric multiprocessing
- 1 GHz dual-core processor
- 1 GB RAM
- Dual HD cameras (3 MP front facing, 5 MP rear facing), supports 1080p HD video recording
- Video playback: 1080p HD Video, H.264, MPEG, DivX, WMV
- Audio playback: MP3, AAC, WMA
- HDMI video output
- Wi-Fi - 802.11 a/b/g/n
- Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR
- Connectors: microHDMI, microUSB, charging contacts
- Open, flexible application platform with support for WebKit/HTML-5, Adobe Flash Player 10.1, Adobe Mobile AIR, Adobe Reader, POSIX, OpenGL, Java
- Ultra thin and portable:
- Measures 5.1"x7.6"x0.4" (130mm x 193mm x 10mm)
- Weighs less than a pound (approximately 0.9 lb or 400g)
- Additional features and specifications of the BlackBerry PlayBook will be shared on or before the date this product is launched in retail outlets.
- RIM intends to also offer 3G and 4G models in the future.

The BlackBerry PlayBook is expected to be available in retail outlets and other channels in the United States in early 2011 with rollouts in other international markets beginning in (calendar) Q2. RIM will begin working with developers and select corporate customers next month to begin development and early testing efforts.
Fujifilm has proudly launched the FinePix Z700EXR, the first in a new class of EXR touch screen digital camera. Combining beautiful styling, Fujifilm’s award-winning EXR sensor technology and a gorgeous 3.5” Wide (16:9) High Resolution Touch Screen, the FinePix Z700EXR offers consumers the latest digital imaging technology combined with a new YouTube/Facebook easy web upload tool wrapped up in a sleek, sophisticated package.

Available in a choice of black, red or pink, the FinePix Z700EXR combines a massive 3.5” LCD with a 12-MegaPixel Super CCD EXR sensor, a Fujinon 5x Periscopic optical zoom lens (36-180mm equivalent) and ISO levels of up to 1600 at full resolution. Housed inside a full metal chassis, the FinePix Z700EXR will fit in any pocket or purse at only 16.9 mm1 thin and features a smart horizontal lens cover with wave detail, which neatly acts as the on/off switch and an LED “Z” that lights up when the camera is in operation.

According to Kenichi Tanaka, Managing Director, FUJIFILM India, “We are very proud to launch Z700 in India. For our customers, we know that every picture matters, and that’s why we continue to invest in developing new technologies that will meet the various expectations of our customers and help to broaden their photographic experiences.”

A. Rajkumar, Country General Manager, said, “Fujifilm has yet again proved itself. We know our customers very well and we are confident that both professional and amateur photographers will appreciate the superiority of this technology compared to other offerings in this category.”

Touch Screen Technology:
The FinePix Z700EXR’s real talking point is its intuitive touch screen technology. The rich 460k-pixel 3.5” touch screen display panel facilitates effortless navigation of the camera’s many functions. This responsive touch screen not only lets you take and view photos with the touch of a finger, but also provides a large, bright screen to compose and view your photos.

With the addition of new Dual Direction GUI and Dual Image Display, travelling though the FinePix Z700EXR’s functions are smooth and easy. Dual Direction GUI detects the orientation of the camera and automatically switches the direction of the menu button accordingly (for shooting, playback, multi-viewing and image search), while Dual Image Display splits the screen in various ways to view multiple images at once, so you can scroll through your images quickly and easily to locate the one you are looking for.

HD Capability:
The FinePix Z700EXR also offers stunning HD movie in 720p with sound and high quality stills playback. Many consumers are happy to enjoy HD movies on their PC, but with the new HD Player (optional extra), which comes equipped with a remote control, families can gather around their home HDTV to enjoy amazingly detailed stills and high resolution movie playback.

Face Recognition Technology:
For the first time on a Fujifilm digital camera you can identify the people in a picture by name! Fujifilm’s Face Recognition Technology gives you the ability to pre-program 8 people into the camera. To do this, you start by taking a picture of the person you want to program into the camera and then tell the camera who that person is (e.g. Mom). You also have the option of inputting the category she belongs to (e.g. friends/family) and the date of her birthday. The next time you take a photo of her, the camera will cleverly recognize “Mom” and optimize the settings to ensure that exposure and focus are best suited to her, rather than the other people in the picture.

In addition, the FinePix Z700EXR’s new Picture Search Tool is able to use the Face Recognition data (name, birthday and category) to help you find and playback your photographs quickly and easily. If you want to scroll through all pictures featuring “Mom” for example, the camera will be able to select them for you for easy viewing.

Easy Web Upload:
Fujifilm has also introduced a new Facebook/YouTube Automatic Upload feature which is perfectly suited for consumers who want to share their pictures and videos more easily. Users can mark their favorite images and videos for Facebook or YouTube upload so they are all ready to go when they next connect to their computer. No more time is wasted sorting through pictures on the computer – just connect to MyFinePix Studio (supplied with the camera) and all marked images and videos will upload directly to the respective site at the press of a button.

FUJIFILM FinePix Z700EXR Features:
- EXR Technology: Prized for bringing a new level of image quality to the consumer compact market, Fujifilm’s EXR technology has the unique ability to switch its behavior depending on the shooting conditions. The FinePix Z700EXR can be left on EXR Auto Mode and the camera will do all the hard work for you, or alternatively, you can manually select the EXR Priority mode for high resolution (HR), dynamic range (DR) or high sensitivity and low noise (SN).
- Touch Shot: Provides the ability for one touch focus and shooting for easy photo taking. After the user taps the focal point of choice for the shooting scene on the LCD display, the camera automatically sets the appropriate focus and functions, and then releases the shutter for optimal one touch picture taking.
- Automatic Scene Recognition: ‘SR Auto Mode’ intelligently detects the scene type you are shooting and optimizes the camera’s focus, exposure and white balance, so whether you’re photographing flowers or a holiday landscape, you will get flawless photos at the press of a button.
- Dual Image Stabilization: Long-zoom cameras need stabilization more than any other compact, with handshake and subject movement a particular problem in low light at telephoto range. The FinePix Z700EXR reduces blur to a minimum by deploying Picture Stabilization to automatically increase shutter speeds to freeze action, and mechanical CCD Sensor Shift Stabilization to counteract the problems of handshake. By cleverly combining these two, blur is reduced to an absolute minimum.
- ‘Super Intelligent’ Flash: The FinePix Z700EXR offers a flash control system which efficiently controls the level of flash for a given exposure to produce beautifully balanced flash illumination across the foreground and background. Gone are the ugly washout shots where the subject is blasted with light and the background dark and unexposed. Super Intelligent Flash is most useful in macro photography where the contrast between subject and background can be especially challenging, but is also effective for night and backlit photography.
- Face Detection and Automatic Red-eye Removal: To provide perfectly exposed and focused portrait shots, the FinePix Z700EXR is fitted with Fujifilm’s latest Face Detection technology which is able to track up to 10 faces simultaneously, at almost any angle to the camera. The system instantly corrects red-eye and then saves both the original and the corrected image file automatically.

FUJIFILM Finepix Z700 Camera Price in India: Rs. 12999/-

Samsung India Ushers Offers for Durga Puja

Digital technology leader, Samsung Electronics has announced exciting consumer offers for Durga Puja in the East. The Company is relying on its new, innovative products like 3D TVs, LED TVs; new launches in Home Appliance and digital still cameras to create excitement in the market place.

“We are also extending some value added offers on our Flat Panel TVs including 3D TVs that should help us achieve over 100% sales in our Flat Panel TVs during Durga Puja this year,” said Ravinder Zutshi, Dy Managing Director, Samsung India.

Until November 5, 2010, the Company has launched these exciting offers in the Eastern markets. For those who desire a complete high quality cinematic viewing experience, Samsung is launching its 3D LED TV Solution package.

As part of this package, the purchase of a Samsung 46” and above 3D LED or 3D LCD TV would entitle the consumer to a Samsung BD player, three pairs of 3D glasses and a 3D movie absolutely free, while a 40” 3D LED TV would get the buyer a Samsung C5500 BD player and one pair of 3D glasses free.

The Company has also announced attractive offers for its other Full High Definition (FHD) Televisions Panels. A consumer gets an Airtel DTH HD Set Top box with three month Economy/ South pack along with a two month HD pack free, on the purchase of 37” and above Samsung Full HD LCD TVs, 32” and above LED TVs and all Plasma TVs.

Likewise, the purchase of 32” LCD TV and a 26” LED TV will assure customers of an Airtel DTH set top box free along with three month Economy/ South pack. For buyers of smaller screen sizes of 19”, 22” and 26” LCD TV and a 22” LED TV, consumers will get 50 Popular DVD movie titles absolutely free.

In addition, Samsung is also offering its consumers a ‘Dus ka Dum’ Triple Zero Offer which includes – ZERO Processing Fee and ZERO percent Interest and ZERO Verification charges on the purchase of any audio visual product. In home appliances there is an advantage for the buyers of microwaves, as they get a five year warranty on the purchase of any Convection, Solo or Grill microwave oven.

The bouquet of value added offers launched by Samsung during the festive spirit of Durga Puja is complemented by the enhanced product range across its business categories. A market leader in Flat Panel televisions, Samsung has unveiled new models across the series of its 3D, LED and LCD range especially for Durga Puja.

Samsung Flat Panel TVs available across LCD, LED and Plasma platforms in sizes ranging from 19” to 58” incorporate the winning combination of style and advanced features for a complete entertainment experience. Samsung Flat Panel TV range is available in the price range between Rs. 13,900 to Rs.200,000 for the non 3D models.

“Our aim is to provide the consumers with the best of home entertainment and convenience through great value propositions. We are looking at a 40% jump in the East this Durga Puja” said Zutshi.

Special Durga Puja offer by Lenovo; Win Free Titan Gift Vouchers

Lenovo India has announced a special Durga Puja offer for a fortnight for its customers in the Eastern Region, enabling them to celebrate the festival with increased fervor. Lenovo’s special Durga Puja offer provides end consumers an exciting opportunity to win free Titan Gift vouchers worth up to Rs. 4,999/-, with a minimum assured value of Rs. 1,000/- on the purchase of any Consumer Desktop and Notebook at key select retail outlets. These vouchers come with a validity of 6 months and are redeemable at ‘World of Titan’ outlets.

Further, the company in partnership with Intel is undertaking an innovative, multi-city campaign to drive closer to its customers, literally. Intel-Lenovo “Fun-on-Wheels” aims to offer a sneak peek into the company’s latest range of feature rich Notebooks/Desktops. A mobile van with Lenovo’s new ‘FUN’ proposition will showcase Lenovo’s latest range of products, powered by the latest Intel® Core™ Processor Family, that are packed with a multitude of features complementing FUN to provide consumers a 'touch and feel' experience of Lenovo’s new products. This campaign will cover most parts of the city, with different routes each day.

The mobile van will also showcase the Lenovo Durga Pooja festive offers for consumers. To propagate the concept of ‘FUN’ amongst consumers, Lenovo in partnership with Intel, will organize various contests based on the concept of FUN, thereby offering the audience an opportunity to win exciting goodies.

An MC will travel with Lenovo’s “Fun-on-Wheels” and engage the audience in interactive sessions on the theme ‘What’s your Idea of Fun?’ Consumers can even view Lenovo’s latest TV commercials and select product videos, enabling them better relate to Lenovo’s FUN proposition. What’s more, interested customers can get their queries answered and even make spot booking of a particular product they want to purchase.

Wishing everyone a very happy Durga Pooja, Alex Li, Vice President, HSB (Home and SMB), Lenovo India, said “Lenovo has made significant progress in the Eastern market, with West Bengal continuing to lead volume growth. The primary objective of this special festive campaign and offer is to engage with consumers at a closer level and strengthen brand connect for Lenovo in Kolkata.

Through this campaign, we also intend to reinforce our relationship with our channel partners and regional distributors and increase our sales. We have introduced this special festive offer to spread more fervor amongst our consumers, offering them yet another reason to purchase a Lenovo consumer Desktop/Notebook.”

Speaking about the Intel-Lenovo ‘Fun-on-Wheels’ initiative, Gopal Swaminathan, Director Sales & Marketing Group, Intel South Asia said “ The all new Intel Core processor family delivers fast performance and adapts to the individual needs of the consumers with a range of performance levels. We are happy that this Durga Pooja, consumers will get an interactive and fun platform to experience the best in class computing devices and choose the one that best suits their needs.”

Undertaken in association with Intel, the Lenovo “FUN on Wheels” campaign has started its Eastern journey from Kolkatta today, will traverse Cuttack/Bhubaneswar, Jamshedpur, Ranchi, Patna, Siligudi, Durgapur/Midnapur and return to Kolkatta on 11th October 2010. It would be an activity spanning 21 days.

Nokia C6, Nokia C7 & Nokia E7: New Nokia Smartphones Coming Soon
At Nokia World, the destination for people passionate about mobility, Nokia today announced a family of smartphones powered by the all new Symbian platform which brings significant enhancements in speed and ease of use. The new devices, which are tightly integrated with enhanced Ovi services and apps, reinforce Nokia's vision of a mobile industry that is increasingly being defined by socially connected, location-based devices and experiences.
Highlights include:
- Three new smartphones, Nokia E7, Nokia C7 and Nokia C6, which join the previously announced Nokia N8 to form a family of Symbian products. - The latest version of the Symbian platform brings more than 250 new features and improvements and retains the familiarity enjoyed by millions of smartphone users worldwide;
- Showcase of the Nokia N8, the ultimate entertainment smartphone and world's best cameraphone;
- Availability of a richer Ovi Store experience - starting with the Nokia N8 - that includes a friendlier look and feel, and more popular and unique apps and games;
- The latest beta release of free Ovi Maps with new pedestrian and motorist features.

"Today our fight back to smartphone leadership shifts into high gear," said Niklas Savander, Executive Vice President, Markets, Nokia. "Despite new competition, Symbian remains the most widely used smartphone platform in the world. Our new family of smartphones introduced today feature the all-new Symbian OS, rewritten to be faster, easier to use, more efficient and more developer friendly." Savander also commented on the high level of anticipation for the Nokia N8. "Based on the level of consumer interest and the highest online pre-orders in Nokia history, we expect big things from the Nokia N8."

A smartphone for everyone.
In addition to the Nokia N8, the new family of faster, more intuitive Symbian smartphones includes:

- Nokia E7 - the ultimate business smartphone. With Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync on board, the Nokia E7 provides direct, real-time and secure access to corporate email inboxes and other personal applications. Equipped with a 4-inch touchscreen display featuring Nokia ClearBlack technology for improved outdoor visibility and a full keyboard, business users will find the Nokia E7 is the perfect shape and size to work on documents, review spreadsheets, or read and edit slides. For corporate peace of mind, a combination of business grade security solutions is available. Estimated retail price is EUR 495, excluding taxes and subsidies.

- Nokia C7 - beautifully crafted, sleek social networking smartphone. Get live updates from social networks such as Facebook and Twitter and keep track of new email from your Yahoo! or Gmail accounts directly on the homescreen. The Nokia C7 features a 3.5-inch AMOLED display and a stunning combination of stainless steel, glass and soft edges. Estimated retail price is EUR 335, excluding taxes and subsidies.

- Nokia C6 - the small and stylish smartphone. Sporting a 3.2-inch AMOLED display with full touch capabilities and Nokia ClearBlack technology for improved outdoor visibility, the latest Nokia C6 (C6-01) features the best of social networking and mobile entertainment in a stainless steel and glass design. Stay connected to email, access millions of tracks through Ovi Music, and download apps and games from the Ovi Store. Estimated retail price is EUR 260, excluding taxes and subsidies.

As a smartphone family, the Nokia N8, Nokia E7, Nokia C7, Nokia C6 share several similarities. All are built on the new version of Symbian, the world's most popular smartphone platform. It strikes a balance of innovation and intuition offering a variety of improvements and features such as support for multiple homescreens, visual multitasking, gesture-based interactions and a noticeable reduction in prompts -- all while presenting a familiarity that means millions of people can pick up one of Nokia's new smartphones and instantly know how to use it. People will also discover free Ovi Maps, access to Ovi Store, messaging, social networking and other experiences that come standard across all of these smartphones.

The Nokia E7, Nokia C7 and Nokia C6 are all expected to begin shipping before the end of the year.

...with content for everyone
The new family of Symbian smartphones will include a completely updated Ovi Store experience. The new store experience is driven by a friendlier user interface and a new collections feature to quickly access popular apps and games available now, or soon, such as foursquare, Angry Birds, Need for Speed Shift and Real Golf 2011. Additionally, Ovi Store will continue to offer exclusive apps including Audiotube, Tesco and others along with favorites such as Fring, Shazam, and Asphalt 5.

For developers, the uniform Symbian platform together with the Qt development environment enables easy smartphone application creation and extensive reach.

A mobile world centered on where you are:
Free access to Ovi Maps, the world's most comprehensive walk and drive navigation, to Nokia smartphones was only the start. With the latest beta release of Ovi Maps, available for download today, people will benefit from new features and even greater map detail. Ovi Maps beta adds visibility to subways, trams and trains in 85 cities around the world, real-time traffic, safety alerts in or out of navigation mode, visibility to parking and petrol stations, and speed limit warnings. In addition, people can use the improved search capabilities and share their location immediately via text messages or email to other browser-enabled phones.

New gear for on-the-go:
Nokia also showcased the Nokia Bluetooth Stereo Headset BH-905i offering an improved audio experience with active noise cancellation and a collection of five unique new Bluetooth headsets designed for a variety of needs, including hands-free multitasking, talking and navigating in the car with voice guidance.

Please visit www.nokia.com/press for press materials, including photos and product information. For more information on Nokia World 2010, please visit: http://events.nokia.com/nokiaworld.

MSI F-Series Laptops Launched in India; Price Range Rs. 37000 to 53000

Micro Star International (MSI) the leading laptop manufacturer further expanded one of the broadest line-up of notebook computers in India with the unveiling of five models from its stylish and elegant F-Series notebooks. Conceived as classy, high-tech accessory for the fashion-conscious urbanite, the new F-Series topples the traditionally held view that technology products are standard-issue items bereft of human touch.

The new line-up was unveiled by fashion personality and style icon Nethra Raghuraman, in the presence of Mr. Tony Yang, Managing Director of MSI India. “The innovations that characterize the F-Series notebooks, which range in size from 14" to 17", are not limited to fashionable exteriors; rather, they also offer the user an awesome multimedia experience. MSI worked in close collaboration with internationally renowned sound system experts from Dynaudio and THX to design the F-Series notebooks so that they would be both powerful and offer amazing sound,” said Tony Yang.

Caressing the delicate details, smooth lines, artistic chocolate keyboard, and tasteful Color Film Print body of F-Series, ones senses are heightened and imbues a feeling of warmth.

A technology “first” in notebooks, MSI has introduced the WiDi in the F-Series. With the new F-Series featuring India’s first WiDi and powered by the Intel Core processor family, you can sit back and experience your favorite videos, photos and music on your TV with great image clarity and amazing sound, wirelessly.

Performance:
The FX400, FX600, FX700, and FR600 are equipped with the power-sipping, high performance Intel Core i5 processor with Intel Turbo Boost and Intel Hyper-Threading technologies which adjusts processor efficiency on the go, greatly enhancing overall system performance.

Models with discrete graphics in the F-Series all come equipped with the nVIDIA GeForce GT 325M discrete graphics card with 1GB GDDR3 of display memory bestowing them with high performance graphics processing capabilities. This is coupled with MSI’s own GPU Boost technology which automatically switches graphics processing modes. When you are using applications that require high performance graphics processing, the system automatically cuts over to the powerful discrete graphics mode to bolster graphics processing to maximize the multimedia experience. When performing tasks that don’t load the system down, like word processing and web surfing, the system automatically reverts back to the integrated graphics chip mode, greatly reducing power consumption. GPU Boost technology strikes an ideal balance between performance and battery life.

Despite using high performance processors and an internal DVD Super-Multi CD-ROM, the MSI F-Series still boasts extended battery life. MSI’s exclusive ECO engine power saving technology gives the F-Series more than twice the per-charge battery time of conventional Notebooks. Furthermore, ECO engine power saving technology allows you to select from among five power management levels—Gaming, Movie, Presentation, Office, and Turbo Battery, automatically adjusting display brightness, on/off switch, sleep mode, and processor performance settings, to maximize battery flexibility and per-charge use time.

Multimedia:
MSI's consummate craftsmanship coupled with the capabilities of world leaders in sound system design Dynaudio and THX have produced notebook computers with the ultimate in sound, so the sound experience from the F-Series is like never heard before in a notebook computer.

The extreme focus on details comes to fore in the design. Even the location of speakers has been precisely calculated to realize unparalleled sound performance. The sound technology incorporated into the FX700 was realized as a result of close collaboration with Dynaudio, extensive study, and countless calculations to determine the ideal locations for speakers to obtain obstruction-free sound transmission.

THX, the internationally renowned authority in sound system technology, worked closely with MSI in the designing of the entire MSI F-Series. The resulting high quality theater-grade surround sound speakers reproduce high fidelity sound regardless of music type and frequency range. This is then adjusted with the Smart Volume and Surround technologies to create a surround sound environment tailor-made for you.

MSI's F series boasts powerful hardware and world-class sound technology, so you can enjoy clean, crisp picture and sound. You can instantly switch to film mode for clearer pictures with richer colors with just one touch of the Cinema Pro button.

Beautiful inside and out:
MSI F series Notebooks have two DDR3 memory slots. The FX400 comes with a 1.3 megapixel Webcam, while other F series Notebooks are equipped with the high definition HD720P Webcam for enhanced image quality. Large-capacity 250GB-500GB hard drives are also available. The comprehensive array of connecting ports ensures that you have everything you need for multimedia integration and transferring files. F series Notebooks are also equipped with an HDMI port to connect with digital HDTVs hassle-free.

The brilliant chrome-plated MSI logo set in the center of the cover accentuates the textured sheer black finish exuding a refined elegance. The no-peel, textured color film print coating protects against scratching and wear, while adding that extra touch of class.

Similar craftsmanship went into the design of the inside cover and the wrist-rest areas, underscoring the overall design balance of the F-Series. In addition, details on F-Series notebooks, including high tech raised points on the touchpad and unassuming matte platinum trim around the base and speakers imbue the notebooks with class heretofore found only in fine works of art.

MSI F-Series Notebooks Prices Range from Rs. 37,000 to Rs. 53,000 depending on the model and configuration.

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