Tuesday, 15 November 2011

Portronics Soundbox review

01:47 Abdul Waheed

Music is a great way to kill boredom while you’re on a long journey or sitting at home doing nothing. Some prefer listening to music while working or in the kitchen. The most convenient source for music listening is the cellphone. Nowadays, even the most basic models have multimedia functions such as FM radio, MP3 player and memory expansion via microSD card. But, you have to compromise on battery life and the quality of the speakers isn’t quite up to the mark. If you don’t mind carrying an extra device that irons out these issues, you might want to consider this portable music player by Portronics called Soundbox. Features This device...


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QNAP TS-459 Pro II Review

01:43 Abdul Waheed

Network access storages are ideal when high amounts of data need to be dumped on and retrieved from a server. Besides that, they do provide a range of back up and security options that might be essential for home and small business users. They’re also simpler and cheaper to run than large-sized servers. QNAP have launched their new TurboNAS TS-459 Pro II in the market and here’s what we think about it. Design and Build Quality The QNAP Pro II has a dual-tone finish of Black and Gray. It’s got a metallized Black and a plastic front that houses the display LCD and four lockable hard drive slots. The build looks pretty sturdy and it’s ...


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MSI GE620 gaming notebook Review

01:40 Abdul Waheed

What constitutes a gaming notebook? High-end specifications and some fancy lighting? Well, at least that’s the general route companies take when designing one. But if you strip away the neon lights and aggressive styling, you’ll notice that many multimedia notebooks also make for good, if not great, gaming notebooks. MSI’s GE620 is one such example. Although it’s from their gaming series of notebooks, it lacks the extra ‘bling’ if you will, which is also why it’s quite a bit cheaper.   On Video: MSI GE620 Design and Build Looking at it, there’s no way of telling if this is a gaming notebook as it looks really plain and...


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Brag M’Joy Review

01:36 Abdul Waheed

Brag has come up with several high-end gaming PCs and home theater PCs in the past. Their latest M’joy is a home theater PC for those who are on a shoe string budget. Keeping this in mind, the PC is configured using entry-level components, but with attention paid to performance. Features The M’Joy is powered by the AMD Athlon II X4 645 processor, which has a good deal of power to handle media playback, as well as basic everyday applications such as office suite and web browsing. The memory module used is a single 4GB stick of G.Skill Ripjaws DDR3-1600. It provides headroom for overclocking, but bear in mind that the motherboard and...


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Creative WP-350 Review

01:33 Abdul Waheed

Although the previous model i.e. the WP-300 proved to be top notch in the quality department, the rather “heavy” price tag and lack of some relevant features were an issue. The WP-350 is the slightly higher end model launched by Creative and is designed to try and fill in the blanks, so to speak. Of course quality is the key factor and for those who appreciate good quality tech, even price takes a back seat. Keeping that in mind, here’s a closer at Creative’s WP-350 A2DP enabled Bluetooth headset. Form Factor In terms of design the WP-350 is the 300’s twin. That pretty much translates to – it’s extremely comfortable to wear even for...


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LG Optimus Net Review

01:25 Abdul Waheed

LG were one of the first companies to get into the low-budget Android phones segment with their Optimus One, which made quite a mark in the Android world. Now, the company has announced the successor to its Optimus One, the new LG Optimus Net. The P690 places itself as a budget Android phone as well, but is it worth a purchase? Let’s find out. The top consists of the tiny power button and 3.5 mm jack Design and Build Quality The Optimus Net looks very much like the original Optimus P500 phone. It’s got a 320x480, 3.2-inch capacitive touchscreen, so the display size hasn’t changed from its predecessor. The back and the sides are quite glossy,...


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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 - Same sh*t different day

01:22 Abdul Waheed

It feels kind of redundant to review a game like Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 no matter how big this franchise has become. Except for maybe a couple of tweaks, this is essentially the same Call of Duty you played last year, the year before that and so on. The adrenaline pumping single player is polished, exciting and short but you already knew that. The multiplayer is fast paced, deep and addictive. Guess what, you knew that too. So should you buy this game? Yes, if you’re a fan who will never get tired of Activision’s successful formula. On the other hand, if you never liked this series to begin with, Modern Warfare 3 definitely won’t...


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Any.do app Review

01:11 Abdul Waheed

There are plenty of To-do list apps available for the iPhone and Android and there are a ton of sites giving advice to people how to use them. While To-do list apps help keep track of the things you need to, they’re all extensive and the task of adding things to do is often time-consuming. Any.do hopes to be an Android app with a difference. User interface design The user interface and the way the app functions is what makes it stand out in a crowd hundreds of other personal information manager and to-do list apps. Unlike most other Android apps, Any.do comes with a fresh new user interface. When you first run the app, there’s a walkthrough...


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Siri hacked to work on any device

01:08 Abdul Waheed

Though Apple does not plan to bring iPhone 4S’ most celebrated Siri personal voice assistant feature to other iOS devices, Applidium has managed to get it to work on any device. Since the launch of the newest iPhone, Siri has become the most talked about attribute for reasons, both good and bad. Siri to work on any device The app maker has now managed to crack open Siri and use its recognition engine on any device. So, now Siri won’t just work on iPads and iPhones, but also on Android devices and laptops. The guys at Applidium managed to talk to Siri without the 4S in picture. However, Siri’s backend requires a valid iPhone 4S unique...


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Corsair announces world's first quad channel 32GB RAM kit

01:05 Abdul Waheed

Corsair, better known for their high-performance components in the PC hardware market, announced the world's first high-performance quad channel Dominator 32GB DDR3 memory kit, today. The Dominator 32GB Quad Channel kit (CMT32GX3M4X1866C9) consists of four rigorously-screened 8GB DDR3 DRAM modules with Corsair's patented DHX+ heatsinks. It operates at 1.5V and is designed to run at 1866MHz, with 9-10-9-27 C9 timing. Corsair has compatibility tested the new 32GB Quad Channel kit with upcoming quad channel platforms, as well as current dual channel platforms. For the enthusiast at heart The new memory kits have yet to go on sale so we...


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Google+ a highlight in YouTube's redesigned interface

01:02 Abdul Waheed

Google's at it, yet again! This time the search giant is reportedly mixing and matching looks to give the users of its popular online video viewing destination, YouTube, a makeover! And, if a report in the tech blog, The Next Web is to be believed then on its list of 'must-haves', Google has put Google+ integration right at the top. While still insignificant in numbers, the new look has managed to go public for some, and Google plans to make a uniform roll-out, soon. With Google+ being deeply integrated with YouTube, users will be able to view the content from YouTube, which their contacts have shared on Circles in Google+. Also, users...


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3G roaming services to halt soon?

01:00 Abdul Waheed

Telecom ministry had put forth a note criticizing the illegal 3G sharing that could lead to security threats. With support from TRAI on the same, the note was further sent to the Union Law secretary for further advice. The news has it that the DoT will ask phone companies to abolish 3G roaming agreements, reports Times of India. So, a customer cannot use 3G services in a state, wherein its operator does not have permits. 3G roaming to stop soon? 3G customers of Bharti Airtel, Idea Cellular, Vodafone and Aircel are permitted to use one another’s airwaves. So, a Bharti Airtel user can access 3G services even in Kolkata, irrespective of Airtel...


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Huawei announces the Honor, possible launch date revealed?

00:58 Abdul Waheed

Huawei have announced their new dual-core Android smartphone, the Honor, via their official Facebook page. The dual-core, Gingerbread 2.3.5 running smartphone hasn’t got an official launch date yet, but we’re wondering if the video below has leaked out some exclusive information. The phone runs on a 1.4GHz processor and has a 1900 mAh battery powering it. It’s 10.9 mm thin and weighs 140g. Also part of the features is a ‘Deal MIC’, which we are assuming are the dual microphones for noise cancellation, along with a compass and a gyroscope. There’s a G-sensor, proximity sensor and light sensor, as well. Possible launch date? Here are the...


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Australian episode of Samsung-Apple hearing to be held in March 2012

00:55 Abdul Waheed

A Reuters report confirms the decision by an Australian court to hear Samsung's plea against Apple in March 2012. This news comes as an update to the ongoing feud between Samsung and Apple over alleged patent infringements. Here's a quick recap leading to the present day. Both Apple and Samsung, who're big players in the mobile devices arena have been relentlessly alleging that the other has violated on patents owned by them. In several countries worldwide, both Apple and Samsung have been suing and counter-suing one another to the effect that Samsung's ambitious tablet, the Galaxy Tab 10.1 currently stands temporarily banned in Australia...


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Monday, 14 November 2011

How To: Easily relocate your applications

23:51 Abdul Waheed

How To: Easily relocate your applications 14 Nov, 2011, 10:15 am IST | Francis D'sa !-- 33 Comments --> Tweet {"parsetags": "explicit"} gapi.plusone.go("googlePlus1"); gapi.plusone.go("googlePlus2"); Learn how you can safely relocate your installed programs from drive C to drive D or E without worrying about uninstalling and reinstalling.!-- Protesters outside the Chinese Embassy in Norway demand the release.--> p.dropcap:first-letter { font:58px/40px arial; float : left; width : 1em; padding-top:6px; padding-right:5px} .dropc { font:58px/51px arial; float : left; padding:0 3px 2px 0;} Well you partitioned your hard...


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Top 5 gaming notebooks

23:45 Abdul Waheed

While a good gaming rig will always trump the highest-end gaming notebook, there are many who would still prefer the latter simply because it’s easier to !-- Protesters outside the Chinese Embassy in Norway demand the release.--> p.dropcap:first-letter { font:58px/40px arial; float : left; width : 1em; padding-top:6px; padding-right:5px} .dropc { font:58px/51px arial; float : left; padding:0 3px 2px 0;} While a good gaming rig will always trump the highest-end gaming notebook, there are many who would still prefer the latter, simply because it’s easier to setup and you can carry it around. If you’re someone who hates dealing with...


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Salman Rushdie booted off Facebook because of name

23:42 Abdul Waheed

Salman Rushdie, the award winning author of Midnight's Children, has had a bit of a social networking issue. Facebook had deleted his account this past weekend and in response, he sent the social network a copy of his passport to prove he was who he was. He got the boot again from Facebook saying that he could not use his name 'Salman' (his full legal name is Ahmed Salman Rushdie). Even though Rushdie kept requesting Facebook to reinstate his account, the social network did not comply with the author. So then he pitted one social network against another. That which we call a rose by any other name... Rushdie posted on his Twitter...


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Thursday, 10 November 2011

Game of Thrones RPG coming 2012

07:52 Abdul Waheed

r a 2012 release. They should have made an RPG to begin with The RPG will be based on George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire series, the first book of which is the Game of Thrones and will allow players to explore the Kingdom of Westeros where they’ll be able to affect the politics that shape the realm. According to Gameinformer, combat in this game features something called the "active slowdown tactical combat engine," that slows down combat so players can make quick, tactical decisions. Other details are scarce but we expect more to emerge as the game nears its 2012 release date. source:     http://tech2...


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Mass Effect 3 multiplayer information emerges

07:50 Abdul Waheed

Everyone’s been curious to see how multiplayer would play out in the Mass Effect universe and now thanks to a rather informative interview posted on BioWare’s official blog, a fresh batch of information gets delivered straight to your doorstep. According to the game’s producer, Jesse Houston, multiplayer in Mass Effect 3 will work in tandem with your single player progress affecting how Shepard’s story plays out. The actions you take in MP will mould the way the game universe reacts to players so don’t get too excited on being an ass. That being said, it’s not compulsory to play through multiplayer to enjoy the single player campaign. Army...


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Google pulls Gmail app off BlackBerry smartphones

07:48 Abdul Waheed

In a move, which will strengthen its rivalry with the manufacturers of popular BlackBerry smartphones (Research in Motion), Google has decided to discontinue offering Gmail app support on BlackBerry, Times of India reports. Beginning from the 22nd of November, 2011, BlackBerry users will not be able to access the Gmail app. The report, however, also confirms that while users will not be able to download the app after the above mentioned date, those already having the app will be able to use it just like they always did. Alternatively, by using their smartphone's web browser,  or syncing their Google account with the BlackBerry service,...


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Mobile search to contribute 22 percent of total online search advertising in 2012?

07:43 Abdul Waheed

Over the years, analysts have been predicting the future of mobile search advertisements. A new data from Efficient Frontier and a stock analyst Ben Schachter states that compared to last year, search advertising dollars have increased by 2.7 times, further expected to grow between 16 percent and 22 percent of the total advertising spending by the end of next year. Mobile search adv spending (Image Credit: Efficient Frontier data, Macquarie) The new report (based on Efficient Frontier’s clients) highlights that search advertising dollars contributed by mobile search accounts to 6.5 percent, which increased 2.7 times compared to last...


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LG launches world’s first ‘Drag and Share’ mouse scanner

07:39 Abdul Waheed

LG Electronics has announced the launch of the LSM-100 mouse, which comes with a built-in scanner. The concept seems pretty nice, but how do you operate it? Well, LG’s given a brief operating manual and from the looks of it, it appears quite convenient. While holding the Smart Scan button on the left side of the mouse, the user swipes the mouse over the material to be scanned. The scanned image can then be saved in a variety of file types – PNG, JPEG, TIFF, BMP, PDF, XLS and DOC – or can be dragged and dropped into the desired application. Users can also perform OCR (optical character recognition) editing of scanned files, as well as...


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Blind with Camera: A Change of Perspective

07:36 Abdul Waheed

source:  http://tech2.in.com/news/software/download-opera-1160-beta-now/256672 After the early Firefox 8 arrival a couple of days back, Opera rushed to announce the latest build of Opera 11.60 Beta that is now ready for download. New features in the browser include an all new mail design, faster browsing with reduced memory usage, new browser engine with HTML5 parser, revamped address bar and the ability to quickly save your favourite pages with a single click. Go get it now The introduction of Ragnarök, their implementation of the new HTML5 parsing algorithm, incorporates HTML5’s rule on how to handle errors in web pages. This...


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