Sunday, February 20, 2011

Phones Review

Phones Review

Android 2.2 Froyo Samsung Galaxy S 4G Unboxed on Video

Posted: 20 Feb 2011 05:08 AM PST

For the Android faithful that might be waiting to snap up the Android 2.2 Froyo packing Samsung Galaxy S 4G smartphone we have some traditional unboxing footage for your viewing pleasure today of the 4G variant of the Samsung Vibrant handset.

The Samsung Galaxy S 4G unboxing footage comes our way courtesy of Aaron Baker over at Phone Dog and delivers almost nine minutes be getting up closed to the latest of the Samsung Galaxy range which is will available on T-Mobile as of the 23rd of Feb.

Basically the Samsung Galaxy S 4G is a refresh of the Samsung Vibrant delivering the addition of the ability to play nice on the HSPA+ network along with a front facing camera, new battery cover and a few extra applications.

Price wise the Samsung Galaxy S 4G on T-Mobile commands a price tag of $149.99 after the usual mail in rebate, but is the Samsung Galaxy S 4G worth laying down that 150 bucks, head on down and mash that play button and check out the unboxing to find out…enjoy.

Angry Birds To Play Nice On Windows Phone 7

Posted: 20 Feb 2011 02:54 AM PST

For those who own a Microsoft Windows Phone 7 device who haven’t as yet been able to get in on some thieving green pig crushing action via the highly successful multi-platform game Angry Birds, you just might be getting to play nice with Angry Birds in the not too distant future.

According to an article over on Unwired View and by way of the guys over at Pocket-lint, Angry Birds maker Rovio has told Pocket-lint they are planning to bring the popular mobile game to the Windows Phone 7 platform.

Apparently Peter Vesterbacka, of Rovio has said… “We’re working on it,” and that it is Microsoft that has held up Angry Birds coming to Windows Phone 7, saying…”Let’s just say, Microsoft has a lot of lawyers.”

However, just when WP7 is likely to see a version of Angry Birds is not yet known, so it could take donkeys or happen quite soon. Other Angry Birds news though is that Rovio is currently working on pushing out a 3D version of the popular game, and again no word on when we’re likely to see that.

So there you have it, are our Windows Phone 7 sporting readers happy that they may soon be able to squash some thieving green pigs with an onslaught of devilish, feathered demons?

Apple iPad 2 Leather Case Handled on Video

Posted: 20 Feb 2011 02:16 AM PST

Now we all know that at some point the next generation Apple iPad will see release, and the rumour is that the Apple iPad 2 will be smaller and slimmer than the original iPad, and it seems accessory makers are coming up with Apple iPad 2 cased based on that rumour.

So what we have for your viewing pleasure today is a hands on video of a supposed Apple iPad 2 leather case, the video footage comes our way courtesy of the guys over at Daily iPhone Blog and by way of 9to5 Mac.

In the video you will not that the leather case doesn't fit the Apple iPad and apparently the case isn’t a prototype, mock-up or a mould, but is the real deal and according to the source article over on MIC Gadget apparently 120,000 of these Apple iPad 2 cases have already been shipped to the US to a “famous case company.”

We’ve also got a comparison video of an Apple iPad case against the Apple iPad 2 case for your viewing pleasure below, so check out both videos as let us know what you think, and if you just might consider purchasing one when they become available…enjoy.

iPhone Hacker Geohot Needs Support in Sony PS3 Battle

Posted: 20 Feb 2011 01:45 AM PST

You are probably aware that Geohot, aka Gorge Hotz who first jailbreaked the Apple iPhone is in the midst of a legal battle with Sony over jailbreaking their PS3 console, and as legal battles cost a fortune Geohot is now asking for some support from his followers.

According to an article over on Redmond Pie, the iPhone hacker has now set up a new blog after discussions with his lawyers and is asking for donations to his legal fund or if you can’t donate then spread the word.

Geohot is adamant that Sony isn't suing him for piracy or even copyright infringement, but claims Geohot played such games as “super mario world, an unauthorized game” on his PS3. You can read Geohot’s explanation by hitting up Geohot.com.

Now personally I’m not legally minded, and I don't own a PS3, but my personal view is somewhat akin to Geohot’s and that if you hand over you hard earned cash for something then that something becomes your property to do with as you see fit.

The product no longer belongs to the manufacturer and they shouldn't have any rights to tell you what to do with it, once the warranty has run out of course. Thus I feel Sony is overstepping the mark as they don’t have the right to tell owners of their product what to do, which is what they are trying to accomplish with this court case, send a message to the public that you don’t mess with Sony gear even if you paid for the right to do so.

Put it this way, if a individual sold an item on say eBay, once it is sold it is the property of the buyer and not the seller, and the seller doesn't have any rights to say what the buyer does with the item after its been paid for, so why should a big company like Sony think they can?

It seems to me this is a case of, we are big and you the public will do as you are told otherwise we will use large amounts of cash that the public has given us by purchasing our products in the first place, to slap you down in court and make you and everyone tow the line.

Basically I see this Sony verses Geohot case as not about Geohot jailbreaking the PS3, but more of Sony sending a message to the public saying mess with us and you will pay. So perhaps it is time all those iPhone users who have taken advantage of Geohot’s jailbreak of the Apple device to stand up and be counted, lend the Geohot some support, and send a loud message back to Sony saying…No Sony, you are not bigger than the public, you do not own a device the public has purchased, so back off.

Of course if Sony does browbeat Geohot into submission and wins the case maybe Apple will then decide to take the same stance with the iPhone, so there is a lot to lose here. Feel free to voice you opinions as to whether you agree or disagree to our comments area below.
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