Thursday, April 14, 2011

Phones Review

Phones Review

Photo Wall Pro Collage iOS App: FreeAppADay

Posted: 13 Apr 2011 09:56 AM PDT

If you have a very imaginative and creative mind, then the Photo Wall Pro iOs app could be for you.

The Photo Wall Pro will enable you to express your creative flair on a very user-friendly interface, through the creation of some amazing collages made from your photos, which when done can be shared with your friends and family. Just “Add” the photos you require for your collage and Background, then “Shake” to arrange them in a random form, “Personalize” to how you like and lastly, “Share” with friends and family, it's as easy as 1..2..3..4.

Also, if you need to spice up you wallpapers, screen savers, weekend trip Photos, greeting cards or just send your friends a teaser, then Photo Wall will add that extra twist.

The app comes with the following features: Crop photo to suit the collage, Personalize the border width, border and background colours or text font, style and colour to your liking, Choose your favourite colour from a full-fledged colour palette, Add content – photos, text and background, Upload directly to Facebook or send using email.

Further features include: a High-resolution output of up to 2048 x 1536 for iPhone 4, up to 1600 x 1200 for iPhone 3GS and up to 1280 x 960 for other models, a shake device to create a collage within seconds, an Undo/Redo, which allows up to 48 levels of undo and lots more…

What's more, this iOS app is free. So, if you are interested then why not go to iTunes and install the app to your device now. Also, why not download the 'FreeAppADay Store' app and get amazing iOS apps like 'Photo Wall Pro' free.

Samsung Galaxy S 2 Launches This Month

Posted: 13 Apr 2011 08:19 AM PDT

If you happen to be in the market for the Samsung Galaxy S successor form the Sammy camp, you may be wondering just when the Samsung Galaxy S 2 will be launched, well we already now that the Android device will come out to play in the UK as of the 1st of May as reported earlier.

However, according to the guys over at Android Central, old Sammy has posted an update to their Facebook page announcing that the Android 2.3 Gingerbread toting Samsung Galaxy S 2 will be launching in April.

Furthermore the Samsung Galaxy S 2 will be rolled out to other markets across the globe as according to the “local launch timetable,” so we are not too sure when others will see the Galaxy S 2 come out to play, but it will be interesting to see which country gains the handset first.

Samsung Mobile has also stated that they will update their Facebook page with any release date announcements for regional releases of the Samsung Galaxy S 2 as and when they become available, so may pay to keep an eye on that.

So how many of our readers are hoping to snap up the Samsung Galaxy S 2 when it hits the streets? Fell free to let us know by posting to our comments area below.

3D Demo on iPhone 4: Video Magic

Posted: 13 Apr 2011 08:13 AM PDT

With the ever-changing world of technology, it was only but a matter of time before we would see 3D coming to our smartphones.

We are starting to see the introduction of 3D technology being brought into mobile market. Some devices already have this new technology like the LG Optimus 3D and who knows we may even see it introduced to the new iPhone 5 when it eventually launches.

New information is reaching us from the guys at IDB, regarding a 3 dimensional tech demo for the iPhone 4, which was created by Laurence Nigay and Jeremie Francone of the research group Engineering Human-Computer Interaction (EHCI) and which, uses the phones front-facing camera.

We have previously reported on this 3D technology created by EHCI in a recent article regarding the iPad 2. By using the front-facing camera of the iPhone 4 or iPad 2 and new head-tracking technology, the engineers are able to access where the user is in relation to the graphic on-screen.

If you are fascinated by this mobile new technology, then why not check out the video below, showing the 3D technology in action. What are your thoughts on the emergence of 3D technology on mobile devices? Why not let us know below.

Android Market Now Has A Sony Ericsson Channel

Posted: 13 Apr 2011 07:30 AM PDT

If you own an Android smartphone and access the Android Market you be faced with the usual set of heading tags such as Games, Apps, and My apps, but if you own a Sony Ericsson Android handset that layout will be different.

Why? Well according to an article over on Engadget by way of the Sony Ericsson Blog, the company has now launched a Sony Ericsson specific channel to the Android Market where apparently users can locate Xperia specific apps.

The new Sony Ericsson channel means that the My apps header has been given the order of the boot in favour of the Sony Ericsson header, so if you are a Sony Ericsson handset user you’ll need to access your menu to gain access to your own apps.

It appears that Sony Ericsson is the first handset manufacturer to slap their own channel on the Android Market, but apparently the change is carrier dependant, so just so you don't get all hot and bothered if you don’t see it, there’s a chance you may not see the switch.

HTC Sensation, Galaxy S 2, iPhone 4 Spec Comparison

Posted: 13 Apr 2011 07:04 AM PDT

As with all smartphone that are heading for the public mobile space they get compared to what other smartphone have to offer, usually in the form of a video, but with the new smartphone from HTC, the HTC Sensation, the specs have been compared without actual video footage.

Thus the guys over at TechRader have compared the HTC Sensation to the iPhone 4 and Samsung Galaxy S 2 in a written article rather than video, actually I prefer spec comparisons done in video form but there you go.

So what are the differences between the three smartphones? Well obviously the main difference is two are Android devices while the other is iOS, both the HTC Sensation and Samsung Galaxy S 2 run Android 2.3 Gingerbread while the iPhone 4 runs iOS 4.3, fairly obvious really.

Processor wise both Android handsets sport a 1.2 GHz Snapdragon while the iPhone 4 has a 1GHz processor. Display wise, the HTC Sensation has a Super LCD while the Samsung Galaxy S 2 has a Super AMOLED Plus display and the iPhone 4 as I’m sure you know has a Retina Display/

Storage wise the Sensation has 1GB, which is expandable, while the Galaxy S 2 and the iPhone 4 has 16GB or 32GB although the Galaxy S 2 offers microSD expansion and the iPhone 4 doesn’t.

Camera wise the iPhone 4 loses out here with its 5 megapixel camera while both Android devices offer an 8megapixel snapper and the Galaxy S 2 can do 1080p while the iPhone does 720p video.

Other areas covered in the comparison are connectivity, memory, weight and dimensions, talk and standby times, which you can of course check out by visiting their website. Which device comes out tops? Well is there any point on having a winner as the iOS faithful will always say the iPhone is better, and likewise the Android faithful, so I’ll leave you to make up your own mind.

Verizon HTC Thunderbolt Price is Shocking with Wirefly

Posted: 13 Apr 2011 06:37 AM PDT

We have some great news for anyone considering buying the HTC Thunderbolt, this Android smartphone is now being offered at a shocking price.

The HTC Thunderbolt is starting to build up its own little fan base and HTC appear to have responded to this by arranging to soon fix the little bugs users have encountered with the phone. Added to this the Android 2.3 Gingerbread update expected within the next couple of months and this phone will become even more appealing to a lot more people.

Now this latest news regarding the HTC Thunderbolt deal comes to us from Phandroid by way of Pocketnow and informs us that if the phone is purchased on the Verizon LTE network via Wire Fly, you could save $50.

So is the HTC Thunderbolt the smartphone for you? If so, then why not head over to the Wire Fly site for more information on this great deal before it ends.

If you are considering getting your hands on the HTC Thunderbolt, then why not check out our article on the Body Glove Snap-On Case and give your device that added extra safety.

Apple iPad 2 Customer Faces Best Buy Bully Tactics

Posted: 13 Apr 2011 06:32 AM PDT

One would have thought that Best Buy’s recent run in with Apple would have taught them a lesson when it comes to selling the Apple iPad 2, but apparently Best Buy has a mind of its own and uses whatever bully boy tactics to make a sale.

According to an article over on Itproportal, a Best Buy customer wrote to Crunch Gear detailing how Best Buy used bullyboy tactics for the customer to be able to purchase the iOS tablet.

Apparently the guy went into a Best Buy store and inquired whether they had an Apple iPad 2 available to which they replied no. On walking round the store the customer saw at least 40 in a lockup area. Naturally the customer asked about them and was informed that they were all sold.

However, a couple of minutes later apparently a manager approached the customer and said he could have one of the Apple tablet as long as he purchase a 109 buck Best Buy protection plan, to which the guy replied that it didn't seem right.

Thus the Best Buy manager said he could always try locating the Apple iPad 2 elsewhere as they can do what they want. The customer purchased it and after visited another store and was told by a different manager that it is not Best Buy policy to force a customer to purchase the Best Buy protection plan just to purchase an iPad.

So basically Best Buy was saying buy the protection plan and you get an iPad 2, if not then no iPad. Thus it would appear that Best Buy isn’t above using bullyboy tactics to secure a sale. So have any of our readers been faced with this predicament and been force to purchase a Best Buy protection plan in order to get the Apple iPad 2?

iPhone 5 Not Coming As Apple Hasn’t Released Roadmap

Posted: 13 Apr 2011 06:04 AM PDT

With all mobile products, suppliers need to be notified as to when a company requires delivery and thus lets component suppliers several weeks if not months ahead, and this goes for Apple gear as well. However recent rumour has it that the latest iOS smartphone from Apple will not see release until later this year or early 2012.

It now appears that that rumour has been corroborated as 9to5 Mac is reporting that Apple hasn’t yet release the iPhone 5 production roadmap to suppliers and this is why production of the next generation iPhone hasn’t started.

Apparently sources have informed DigiTimes that hasn’t delivered the iPhone 5 production roadmap as shipment volumes of the iPhone 4 continue to rise and suppliers aren’t ready to shift production lines to a new device.

Although apparently an article by my colleague Lawrence claims that the latest reports say the iPhone 5 may come in September; having said that if Apple hasn’t delivered the production roadmap for the iPhone 5 it is highly unlikely.

Thus it would appear if true that the iOS faithful will not be seeing the iPhone 5 materialise any time soon. However the report does say that with demand for the iPhone 4 continuing to grow, Apple is likely to ” slightly modify the current version” and launch a new iPhone in traditional timeframe of June/July to maintain “buying momentum,” say sources.

So what do you think, would you purchase a “slightly modified” iPhone 4 if Apple releases one in June or July or will you hold off and just wait until the iPhone 5 does finally see the light of day?

HTC Sensation Coming to T-Mobile And Orange Too

Posted: 13 Apr 2011 05:35 AM PDT

Obviously with HTC officially doing the business with the HTC Sensation at their event yesterday, there’s a fair bit of news hitting the net waves concerning the Android device, which was initially coming to the UK via Vodafone, but others are picking up the device as well.

According to a report over on 3G, Vodafone were followed by Three UK announcing they will offer the device and now both T-Mobile UK and Orange UK have announced they will be offering the Android 2.3 Gingerbread smartphone.

Apparently Vodafone have exclusivity over the HTC Sensation for a period of a single month, meaning that T-Mobile, Orange and Three will all start offering the handset sometime in June; as yet though no word on how much the smartphone will hit your pocket for.

So if you are after the latest Gingerbread handset out of the HTC camp and want it next month you have to go through Vodafone, but if you prefer to wait until June you can get the device from all four operators…which one will you go with?

Government Shutdown Tracker App: Federal Budget 2011

Posted: 13 Apr 2011 05:18 AM PDT

Do you want to keep up to date with what is going on in with the Federal Budget 2011; well you can now with Government Shutdown Tracker App.

If you are someone interested in what is happening in the latest current budget standoff or even a Federal Employee, you can now keep up with this years Federal budget crisis and be able to monitor when government shuts down with a countdown timer.

The Government Shutdown Tracker app is available for £0.61 and can be downloaded via Android Market. As featured on the site of Android Central, this application is great for those employees of the government who need to know whether they need to go in to work.

The app comes with some very useful links that are just one tap away, like any federal jobs that have been posted, the official government holiday calendar, wages and salaries. Therefore, you can always stay one-step ahead.

In addition, coming soon to the app are PUSH notifications to get updates to your phone quicker, OPM.gov/status widget for your home screen and an aggregated news source based on your preference.

So if you own a Google Android device and have downloaded this app, why not let us know what you think below.

Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Pro 2 Poses Once Again

Posted: 13 Apr 2011 05:16 AM PDT

The Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Pro 2 has been teased I leaked images for quite some time now, but just when Sony Ericsson will release the smartphone isn't yet known, and so the leaked images continue to surface just like the ones we have for you today.

The new pictures of the Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Pro 2 come our way courtesy of Phone Arena and by way of IT 168 who say that the images where taken by a Sony Ericsson employee at their Shenzhen unit.

Word is the tipster confirms that the Android device sports a 1GHz Snapdragon processor and a 5 megapixel auto-focus camera with 720p video recording. An insider suggest that the Xperia X10 Pro 2 will have 1GB ROM and 512MB RAM and should be available next month.

The guys say that the Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Pro 2 looks like it will have a customisable Sony Ericsson skin over its Android 2.3 Gingerbread operating system, while there is a big physical button on the front along with 2 capacitive buttons.

Price wise the speculation is that the Xperia X10 Pro 2 may come out to play carrying an off contract price tag of €60, although that hasn’t been confirmed. We have posted a couple of the pictures here, but if you wish to see them all you can do so by hitting up their website.

Anyone waiting to pick up the Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Pro 2?

iCharlie iOS App for Charlie Sheen Fans

Posted: 13 Apr 2011 04:54 AM PDT

Charlie Sheen has been a great source of news of late and he has some amazing quotes, which fans just love and this is where the cool iCharlie iOS app comes into play for fun.

iCharlie is a new application that offers you some fun factor including quotes such as; Addicted To Winning, I cured it with my brain, Bingo I'm here to collect, Dyings for fools, Can’t is the cancer of happen, Its just a work of sissies, I got tiger blood, I'm an F18 and many more.

The app comes with 56 audio quotes on the Apple iPhone and 60 audio quotes on the Apple iPad, all you need to do is tap on the sound you want to hear and it plays. Chris Morgan is the person is the developer of this app and says, “This app is the best Charlie Sheen app on the app store, we have designed a nice flowing fluid interface that encompasses the majority of Sheen’s greatest quotes”.

Device Requirements: iPhone OS 4.2 or later, works on iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad and requires 2.6 MB of free space.

For more information on iCharlie please visit the official website, or simply download direct via iTunes. If you already have this app installed on your Apple device please do send in your personal reviews.

Apple Gear to be Produced in Brazil in November

Posted: 13 Apr 2011 04:36 AM PDT

Currently Apple gear is produced by Foxconn in China but the word is your next iOS device could well be produced in Brazil as apparently Foxconn is opening up a new manufacturing facility in Brazil to produce Apple gear such as the iPhone and Apple iPad.

According to an article over on 9to5 Mac, and by way of Global Economia, the minister for Science and Technology Mercadante in Brazil has reported that Terry Gou, the founder of Hon Hai Precision, has had a meeting in Beijing with Brazilian president Dilma Roussef.

Apparently a Reuters article notes that Foxconn is considering throwing a bundle of bucks into manufacturing facilities in Brazil to the tune of some $12 billion.

Word is the new Foxconn plant will be situated near San Paulo and would be advantageous to Apple as Brazil offers tax breaks on component imports that encourage final production of products in Brazil.

So there you have it, it would appear that your next iOS device may well be made in Brazil, but will having Apple gear produced in Brazil mean no more log delays with Apple pushing our new iPhone and Apple iPad units?

iPhone 5 and Killer September Release: Discussion

Posted: 13 Apr 2011 03:39 AM PDT

Now there are many of us waiting for the release of the iPhone 5 and just what it will bring, but latest reports that we may have to wait until September for the launch.

In a report by the guys at Digital Daily, coming to us by way of IDB the unveiling of the iPhone 5 could take place at Apple's annual media event, which takes place in September. Yesterday, we did an article on the rumours surrounding the possible production of the 5th-generation iPhone taking place in September, indicating a possible 2012 release of the smartphone.

We would normally expect Apple to unveil their new generation iPhones at their WWDC event, which take place every June. However, these latest rumours appear to mean that we will have to wait until later this year or even as long as next year.

The possible delay in the release of the iPhone 5 will give us a bit more time to ponder over some of the speculations flying around about features we would like to see on this next generation iPhone, such as some of those revealed in our recent articles like, 3D and NFC Technology.

So what are your thoughts on the latest news surrounding the iPhones release? What features would you like to see? If you are interested in the iPhone 5, why not head on down to the commenting area below.

Angry Birds Sync To Solve Cross Platform Gaming

Posted: 13 Apr 2011 02:25 AM PDT

With most mobile apps, if you own a smartphone and then at some point decide to change platforms obviously you need to re-download all your favourite apps, which can be somewhat of a pain, but if your are a fan of Angry Birds this little problem may not be an issue in the not too distant future, well with the Angry Birds game anyway.

The reason? Well according to an article over on Ubergizmo and by way of Electric Pig, The Appera is reporting that Rovio is to release Angry Birds Sync sometime this summer.

So what is Angry Birds Sync? Well apparently Angry Birds Sync will enable gamers to sync their Angry Birds game across platforms and devices, apparently across Android, Windows, Mac, and iOS platforms.

So it would appear that if you say have an Android smartphone and change that smartphone for another Android device you will be able to sync your Angry Birds game to the new device and continue where you left off.

So what do you think about Angry Birds Sync will it make you happy you can continue to play the game from where you left off when changing your device?

One thing, the Electric Pig article mentions that iOS is “largely responsible for making Angry Birds the success it is today”, do you agree with that claim or not, as I’m fairly sure Android had something to do with it.
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