ust recently the U.S. cellular officially announced the Motorola Crush. This phone might be the perfect phone for those who wantstouchscreen phone but a bit short on budget. The Moto Crush is really a touchscreen-enabled basic phone with simple features such as messaging app and the Motorola’s proprietary Operating System. There’s a 2 megapixel camera too.
There’s a 2 megapixel camera too.
Speaking about the price; the Motorola Crush can be yours for $79.95 after a two-year customer agreement and mail-in rebate. Meanwhile, here are the Motorola Crush specs andfeatures:
* Band CDMA 850/1900MHz * Data 1xRTT/EV-DO * Size 51mm x 119mm x 15mm (2.0in x 4.7in x 0.6in) * Weight 102g (3.6oz) * Battery 950mAh * Battery Life 4.3 hours estimated talk time * 20.8 days estimated standby time * Main Display 2.8-inch WQVGA (240 x 400 pixels) touchscreen display with onscreen virtual keyboard * Camera 2.0 megapixel * Video Record/Playback * Messaging SMS/MMS/IM * Email Yes * Bluetooth Yes with A2DP * Memory microSD card slot * Other 3.5mm audio jack * Availability November 19, 2009
Now that you know what’s inside of this Moto Crush and the price, would you buy it? Read More......
Yep, we’ve already told you about the Nexus One Specs and Features, Nexus One Video Tutorial’s from Google, and now I present you a review on the Google Nexus One. This review was done by out folks at BoyGeniusReport; but I took the liberty to sum and shorten them up just for you after the break
Nexus One Hardware Review
Overall, we are impressed by the Nexus One. There’s a big, bright 3.7 inches AMOLED capacitive display with 800×480 pixels, a 1GHz Snapdragon CPU, 512MB of RAM, world-wide 3G, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, GPS, and a 5 megapixel camera with LED flash among other things combined in a slim 11.5mm phone known as the Google Nexus One.
Anyway, the display is excellent, but still isn’t the most responsive display available out there. However, it is pretty pleasant and responsive for average user.Anyway,the Nexus One seems to be using the same button with the HTC DROID Eris’s touch-sensitive buttons below the screen. And it seems that the Nexus One has the same problem, which is the lack of (or perhaps, too much) sensitivity. BGR also think that the button is too close to the screen.The trackball as a navigational input device is fine — it’s a trackball that’s been used on many, many devices for many years.
Nexus ONE Software Review (Android 2.1)
Overall, the Android 2.1 is working reasonably well. The Android has improved so much from last year, and now we can enjoy built Exchange (contacts and email only) support, Facebook, widget support, updated browser with a useless double-tap feature, voice search / commands, and many others. However, there are still small slow downs and hiccups even with this 1GHz processor. That’s not good. With that said,Android 2.1 doesn’t add too much more than what the Motorola DROID offers (that runs Android 2.0).
Nexus One Phone quality
Nexus One, as a phone, is the best phone we’ve ever used. And the call also sounds absolutely perfect for the other person as well. And oh yeah, it will be supported by Verizon Wireless this “Spring” so you can pair that with “America’s Most Reliable Network.” The actual loudspeaker on the phone is decent. It’s definitely loud enough, but it’s not that clear and can get distorted pretty easily if the volume is raised up enough. With that said, calls with speakerphone enabled still were pleasant enough.
Nexus One Screen Review
The screen on the Nexus One, while gorgeous, is not usable in direct sunlight and it’s rather depressing. Getting over the sunlight issue, the screen isn’t as rich as the Motorola DROID’s display, unfortunately. We didn’t miss the actual resolution in terms of having more room, but the DROID’s display doesn’t show pixelation likethe Nexus One does, and just honestly seems like a better product. Now, before you get too worked up, the Nexus One display is in and of itself great, but if you’d like to know the best of the best, it would have to be the DROID’s display.
Camera
The camera is decent, it’s worlds better than the Motorola DROID’s camera, in both hardware and software. Unfortunately feature like tap to focus aren’t present. It’s such an invaluable feature for a touch screen device with a camera, and it’s a shame it’s not in here. In general,Android’s default camera application is mediocre at best, slightly frustrating, and mildly confusing.
Battery:
The Nexus One ships with a 1400mAh battery, and it is actually holds up quite well. Power users are probably going to have to have a charging station visit at some point during a long day, but for regular phone, browser, email, and multimedia usage, the Nexus One actually almost lasted an entire day.
Google services
What would a “Google Phone” be without Google’s services? Everything is stuffed into Android, and Android 2.1 just as you’d expect. Obviously Google’s Gmail app is the best you’re going to get if you’re a Gmail warrior, and other Google services tightly integrated intothe Nexus One (and more Android phones) you can look forward to include: Google Maps, Google Navigation, Google Voice Search, Google Contacts, Google Calendar, Google Talk, Google Voice, Google Market, Google News and Weather, and of course, YouTube.
Conclusion
The Nexus One is the best Android phone to date, and if you love your Android devices, this is the phone that beats them all. There are always going to be new handsets around the corner — HTC isn’t slowing down, Motorola is pushing forward, and countless other manufacturers are pumping out handsets — but right now, this is it. Now, if you ask us ifthe Nexus One is the phone for you, we’re not sure. If you’re stepping up from another basic smartphone or regular phone, there is little doubt you’ll be drawn in by the beautiful screen, the oh-so-easy Gmail and Google service integration, and a solidly built handset with amazing phone capabilities. However, if you’re coming from a BlackBerry or iPhone, we’re not sure you’ll be able to ride it out asAndroid still feels undercooked to us, and while the “openness” definitely shines through, we feel it might be shining a little too bright.
So there you have it, the review on the Google Nexus One. Personally, I am excited to see how this Google Nexus One compete in this market with other cool phone such as the DROID etc. I also agree that if you compare the Google NEXUS ONE vs the DROID, I think the winner will be the N-1. Now it is up to youAndroid Lovers to choose between them :) Share some thoughts on the subject by leaving comments below. Read More......
The newest version of the #1 selling consumer photo-editing software, Adobe Photoshop Elements 8 combines power and simplicity so you can easily tell amazing stories with your photos. Bring all your photos and video clips together in one convenient place where you can easily find, view, and manage them; protect them with automatic online backup and 2GB of free storage; and then dive right into a full range of creative activities. Make your photos look extraordinary with editing options that let you recompose photos to any size while keeping key subjects intact; combine multiple exposures into a single, perfectly lit shot; and quickly preview a range of adjustments before choosing the perfect one. And share your stories in unique photo books, scrapbook pages, slide shows, and interactive online experiences.
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The sophisticated Cartier Midsize Ballon Bleu Stainless Steel and 18K Gold Watch is designed with delicate two-tone gold accents to create an accessory suitable for semi-formal social engagements. The timepiece is constructed with a stainless steel case, a stationary round stainless steel bezel, and an 18-karat-gold and 00012stainless steel link bracelet with a secure deployment buckle. A scratch-resistant sapphire window shields the silvered-opaline dial, which features black Roman numeral hour markers and slim minute indexes. In addition, this beautiful watch is powered by superior Swiss-quartz movement.
By the early 20th century, Cartier had expanded its collection to include watches. At a time when pocket watches were still considered de rigueur for the distinguished gentleman, Cartier helped popularize the wristwatch, making it a bold fashion statement for men and women as well as a status symbol among the well-to-do. Louis Cartier is credited with creating the first men's wristwatch, the Santos, in 1904. He developed and named the watch for his client and friend, the Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who needed a device that would allow him to read the time without taking his hands off the controls of his airplane.
Other classic designs followed, including Cartier's signature timepiece--the Tank--which debuted in 1917 during the First World War and was inspired by the tough new war machine the Americans introduced to the fighting in Europe. Cartier's first water-resistant watch was named after the Pasha of Marrakesh, who requested that Cartier create watch that he could wear while in his swimming pool and not lose track of time.
And while it is known more for its luxurious design, Cartier is also credited with creating the highly functional deployment folding clasp in 1910, which is now used by watchmakers around the globe.
Modern Cartier watchmakers still base their watch designs on the early fundamentals developed by Louis Cartier. Treasured by collectors, Cartier watches are distinguished by their impressive variety of shapes (round, square, oval, Tank, Tortue and Tonneau), by their exceptional materials and workmanship, and by their recognizable Cartier aesthetic, an elegant blend of classic and modern design. Read More......
Just recently Sprint, collaborating with the Taiwanese cellphone manufacturer LG have released a new QWERTY stylish fashion phone from Lotus series. The phone name is LG Lotus Elite and as you can see from the picture available, it is a clamshell phone with QWERTY keyboard. The Lotus Elite is basically an entry-level fashion phone with some decent specs and features that include:
January 8th, 2010
* 2.4 inch, 320 x 240, 262K color external display * CDMA/1xRTT connectivity * QWERTY keyboard * Bluetooth with support for A2DP * EV-DO Rev. 0, * GPS with Sprint Navigation, * access to Sprint broadband services like Sprint TV, Sprint Navigation, Sprint Music and Sprint Radio * 2 megapixel Camera/Camcorder * Music Player with External Controls * MicroSD expansion (supporting up to 32GB) * Distinctive tattoo design on its black or red casing
The phone will soon be available from Sprint starting from tomorrow and the price will be $99.99 with a new two year service agreement and a $50 mail-in rebate. If you’re asking for other variant of color, a black LG Lotus Elite with the same specs and features will be available on January 14th.
It could be used as your present on the valentine’s day Read More......
In the Japanese city of Yokohama was held the “Robo Japan 2008“ exhibition, in which were presented the latest development of World leaders in robot technology. In this year’s Robo Japan 2008 was presented over hundreds of types of robots, including Robot-Spider, Talking Robot Housewife Vakamaru, Robot Suit, helping elderly people carry heavy things, Miniature Androids with height of 3.4 cm, and other fascinating fascinating electronic substance.
Honda robot "Asimo" serves dishes at a media preview of Robot Japan 2008 in Yokohama, Japan, on Oct. 10, 2008. ASIMO is being developed with the expectation of actually using it in daily life in the near future.
ASIMO is 130 cm tall and weighs 54 kg. It uses advanced walking technology to walk upright at 6 km/h. Even when both of ASIMOs feet are off the ground, it can actively control its posture, so that it walks in a straight line.
New company Badai "Net Tansor Web" knows how to take photographs and enjoy the various blog services.
A mini-sized robot Evolta "climbs" a rope.
Robot Chroino
The Robot developer Tomotaka Takahashi showing two models-androids Chroino and the FT, created in cooperation with Robo Garage.
Hart Step, the unit helps older people carry heavy things.
Robot-trainer, created by Institute Kanagawa Institute of Technology.
Mechanized ladybird (Lady Bird), capable of communicating with people.
Dancing robot i-SOBOT, shown by Takara Tomy.
A dog-robot Yume Inu DX, created by Sega Toys.
A robot "Android Wakamaru" imitates human gestures.
3,4-cm nanorobot Robo-Q is equipped with artificial intelligence that allows him to navigate in space and playing games.
Humanoid can play football, find the way in the maze and deftly circumvent suddenly emerging obstacles in his path, using the built infrared sensors.
