Nokia C7

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Nokia are obviously not doing a great job preventing those leaks as another of their handsets has been previewed well-ahead of its official announcement. This time it's the Nokia C7 and even though the preview doesn't give us all the details it gets clear that the C7 is a slightly trimmed-down Nokia N8, coming at a lower price.


Nokia C7 gets previewed

Despite his history of legal issues with Nokia, Eldar Murtazin from mobile-review.com posted a preview of the Nokia C7. The handset obviously takes the N8 base, but uses a cheaper body (plastic rather than anodized aluminum) and cuts down a few features . The major cut is the camera - 8MP and LED flash vs. the 12MP camera with xenon flash on the N8.

HDMI is also gone and the internal memory has been halved to 8GB. The rest of it is the same - 3.5" nHD AMOLED, 680MHz CPU, 256MB RAM, 1200mAh Li-Ion battery and of course Symbian^3. The Nokia C7 also supports the latest local wireless connectivity - Wi-Fi b/g/n and Bluetooth 3.0 (which hit 10Mbit/s during testing).

Sony Vaio TZ

Japonezii lanseaza de zor noi modele din gama Vaio, dintre care am selectat pentru voi interesantele Sony Vaio TZ. Cu dimensiuni de doar 277×22.5×198.4mm (atentie, doar 2 cm grosime !) si o greutate de doar 1 kg si 220 de grame, seria TZ se anunta un concurent puternic pe piata ultraportabilelor high-end. Forta lor nu este neaparat data de dotarile care variaza de la CPU Celeron pana la Core 2 Duo (fara Santa Rosa pentru moment) cu 1 GB memorie si hdd de 60 pana la 160 GB sau SSD de 32 GB. Ceea ce impresioneaza este designul impecabil si original, incepand cu tastatura slim stil MacBook si terminand cu articulatia iluminata de un led verde. Uitati-va si la restul imaginilor, sunt fabuloase. Ca si pretul, dar acesta nu in sensul bun configurația cu 32 GB SSD și modem EVDO fiind prețăluită undeva în jur de 7200 RON.

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Nokia N9

I was relieved to see the Nokia N9 surface, with a nice-looking slide-out QWERTY and 8MP camera. It's been a long time coming for Nokia, even if it's shown running Symbian for now. These new specs sound pretty decent.

According to Techno Buffalo, who managed to persuade Negri Electronics to part with it for a few hours after showing it off on video the other day, it's got the following specs:

* NAM 3G Bands (850/1900)
* nHD Display (640 X 360)
* 4″ Capacitive multi-touch display
* Front facing camera (VGA?) with LED Flash
* Rear 8MPX camera with Dual LED Flash
* WiFi, Bluetooth
* HDMI Out

The 8MP camera on the back, forward-facing camera on the front and mini HDMI port are all visible in the first photo. The screen looks large, with Techno Buffalo confirming it's one of the nHD screens which was seen in the 5800 XpressMusic and N97, so-called because it's 1/9th of a HD screen.

Like we said the other day, it's very doubtful that the N9 will actually launch with Symbian, considering they've ditched it for their high-end N-series range of phones. So expect to see this slide-out QWERTY coming at your way with MeeGo OS, the platform that's come from the joint venture between Nokia and Intel. [Techo Buffalo]


Nokia N9 from Techno Buffalo on Vimeo.

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Nokia X3-02 Touch and Type

Today Nokia announced their first handset to pack a touchscreen and a regular alphanumeric keypad simultaneously. Nokia X3-02 Touch and Type is also the first S40 touch-driven device to get a global release.

The unusual handset leaked last week and most of the specs that were made available back then got confirmed today. Despite its low standing in the food chain, the Nokia X3-02 packs excellent connectivity with WLAN (including the new N standard), 3G with HSPA, Bluetooth and microUSB all on board. The music fans will also appreciate the 3.5mm audio jack


The Nokia X3-02 touchscreen measures 2.4" in diagonal and sports QVGA resolution. This is one of the smallest touchscreens on the market so we really hope that Nokia did a good job of optimizing the interface.

The final noteworthy feature of the 9.6mm slim device is its 5 megapixel fixed-focus camera that is also capable of recording video.

Here's a promo video, which shows glimpses of the UI in action:




Nokia X3-02 should hit the shelves before the end of next month in White Silver, Dark Metal, Petrol Blue, Pink and Lilac color versions. Its estimated retail price is 125 euro before taxes or subsides.

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NEW Sony VAIO

Let’s start with a power-house VAIO F series. This one is great for HD enthusiasts. The F Series brings PC functionality solidly into the multi-media entertainment and gaming arena. The F Series will feature a 16:9 full HD display on select models, Blu-ray Disc playback throughout the line as well as an HDMI™ output for connecting to compatible HDTVs.



• 16.4-inch, 16:9 aspect ratio widescreen display; Up to Full HD (1920×1080)
• Intel® Core2Quad technology for sizzling performance
• Backlit keyboard (select models)
• HD multimedia powerhouse/ gaming notebook
• Blu-ray Disc™ playback and HDMI

Transfer Jet technology will also find its way into Sony’s VAIO notebook line, starting with the F Series. The TransferJet™ feature, a wireless high-speed data transfer technology that allows two TransferJet-enabled devices to communicate and transfer files simply by touching the TransferJet marks on each product together.

Joining the F Series is another new high-performance notebook, the Z Series, weighing in at just three pounds (with standard battery).



• 13.1-inch, 16:9 aspect ratio widescreen display with LED backlight
• Dynamic hybrid graphics—three modes: Auto, Speed, Stamina
• Backlit keyboard
• Noise cancelling headphone supplied for music and video conferencing
• Ultra-portable SSD notebook weighing under 3 lbs with durable carbon-fiber/aluminum chassis

Sony also introduced a new line to its VAIO family – the Y series. This is a very affordable light weight notebook with a nice battery stamina. Sort of a nice contender to the X series, only on the cheaper side:



• 13.3-inch, 16:9 aspect ratio widescreen display with LED backlight
• Less than 1.3 inch thin
• Up to 7 hours of standard battery life
• Both standard and large battery supplied for the total of 17 hours battery life (select models)
• HDMI™ output for enjoying movies, photos and more on a compatible HDTV

An updated VAIO W netbook also is here to grab your attention, as it is eco-friendly if that matters to you:



• 10.1-inch, 16:9 aspect ratio widescreen display with LED backlight (1366 x 768)
• Eco-friendly PC– chassis made from recycled plastic/ comes in carrying case using recyclable materials
• Functional keyboard with springy and responsive isolated keys
• Kidzui and Online Family Norton software to safely manage kids online activities
• Microsoft® Windows® 7 Starter operating system

Nokia C6

The Nokia C6 boasts a customisable homescreen which will also play host to your favourite contacts, your latest emails and your friends’ Facebook updates. With Nokia Messaging on board, you have support for up to 10 email accounts from your favourite email hosts including Yahoo! Mail, Gmail, Windows Live Hotmail and Ovi Mail.

Based on S60 5th edition, the Nokia C6 also comes with a five-megapixel camera, support for up to 16GB of storage on microSD and an FM stereo radio. Not one to leave you stranded, the C6 also comes toting Ovi Maps with free walk and drive navigation.

The Nokia C6 is expected to be available in the second quarter of 2010 for an estimated price of €220 before taxes and subsidies.

XpsBook

The Compaq Presario CQ60 is regarded a single with the best laptop computers under $500. It functions a 2 Ghz Intel mobile duo core processor. This processor is effective sufficient to manage your Microsoft Workplace uses and your iTunes music selection. The laptop carries a glossy black finish and 1.38 inch thickness letting the globe know that you will be hip and in the newest trends.

There’s ample hard drive room for that standard laptop person for music, files, software, and some games. At this cost variety Compaq offers an additional gigabyte of RAM in comparison to other laptops of comparable cost array. This could help with greater battery existence and increase Windows efficiency. The integrated Intel images is really a able images chip capable to operate your programs and perform films. Should you decide on watching many large definition videos or perform the most recent games you must locate a far more effective images chip.

The wireless 802.11b/g WLAN adapter doesn’t use the newest WIFI 802.11n regular which has wider selection and quicker speeds. For that normal individual this is simply not a detriment unless you may be transferring many files more than WIFI, video conferencing, or streaming video. The normal 6-Cell battery need to maintain this laptop humming comparable to other laptops in this spending budget category. HP provides an extended 12 cell battery alternative for road warriors. It has the normal ports including USB, headphone, mic, VGA, LAN, and analog modem. The speakers are Altec Lansing. For individuals that are thinking about watch films on this laptop really should genuinely think about obtaining external speakers or even a definitely great pair of headphones.

Apple iPhone 4

The iPhone 4 also packs some hidden treats on the inside, making this the best model so far. Is it worth the upgrade from the iPhone 3G? Did you just recently buy an iPhone 3GS and you aren't sure if you want to upgrade already? Or maybe you have never owned an iPhone yet and are thinking the iPhone 4 might be the time to switch. Keep reading to find out, and see if the iPhone 4 can live up to your expectations.

Note: Pay attention to all the pictures in this review, as they were taken strictly with the new iPhone 4 camera.


DESIGN & BUILD

Apple gave the iPhone 4 a design overhaul from the previous 3GS version. The new model is only 0.37 inches thin, compared to its predecessor which is 0.48 inches.

There is no plastic on the exterior of the iPhone 4, and the standard silver bezel that was the trim to all previous iPhones is now gone. The front and back now glass. Supposedly, the glass used is "30 times harder than plastic", and is "comparable to the strength of sapphire crystal", according to Apple's Jonathon Ives.

Between the two pieces of glass is an aluminum strip that wraps around the entire phone. The cool part about this is that the metal trim serves as an antenna for 3G, Wi-Fi, GPS, and Bluetooth, which helps signal significantly.

Display
When you first look at the display on the iPhone 4, it is simply gorgeous. This is without a doubt one of the best improvements on the new model. The new screen resolution is 960 x 640, up from 480 x 320 on all previous iPhones and iPod touches.

Since the screen didn't get any bigger, there is a lot more pixels per inch now -- 326 to be exact. Currently, there is no other smartphone on the market with a screen of this resolution. To the human eye, it is almost like a digital print. You really can't see any individual pixels anymore, and everything is more crisp.

It will only be a matter of time before all the current applications are updated to support the resolution. The developers have to do little work to make this change.

Now if Apple increased the screen size of the iPhone, that would have been a completely different story, but I can't see that happening anytime soon.

Buttons and Controls
On the front of the Apple iPhone 4 you have the standard "Home" button, along with the proximity and ambient light sensor, and the biggest change, a VGA front-facing camera.

Around the outside of the device you can find the standby button, the new microSIM slot (which has some improved benefits over the standard SIM card), a speaker, a microphone, another microphone (that helps remove background noise), a headphone jack, a silent toggle, and two separate volume buttons.

NEW Apple MacBook Black

The Apple MacBook "Core Duo" 2.0 13-Inch (Black) features a 2.0 GHz Intel "Core Duo" processor (T2500), with two independent processor "cores" on a single silicon chip, a 2 MB shared "on chip" level 2 cache, a 667 MHz frontside bus, 512 MB of 667 MHz DDR2 SDRAM (PC2-5300) installed in pairs (two 256 MB modules), an 80.0 GB Serial ATA (5400 RPM) hard drive with "Sudden Motion Sensor" technology, a 4X slot-loading double layer read (single layer write) DVD/CD-RW "SuperDrive", an Intel GMA 950 integrated "graphics processor with 64 MB of DDR2 SDRAM shared with main memory", and a 13.3" widescreen TFT active-matrix "glossy" display (1280x800 native resolution).

Like the MacBook Pro "Core Duo" 15-Inch models, the MacBooks have AirPort Extreme (802.11g), Bluetooth 2.0+EDR, Gigabit Ethernet, a FireWire "400" port, two USB 2.0 ports, and optical digital audio in/out, along with video out capabilities (mini-DVI) that for the first time on a "consumer" Apple notebook officially support a non-mirrored external display. They also have the same "scrolling TrackPad", a built-in iSight video camera, an Apple Remote for use with Apple Front Row software, and the clever "MagSafe" power connector. Unique to the MacBook include a redesigned "flush against the bed" keyboard that does not touch the screen, a "no moving parts" magnetic latch that "catches without a catch", and a case design that makes upgrading the RAM and hard drive easy.

New Slim Asus Tonino Lamborghini CULV Notebook

Tonino Lamborghini is a brand founded by Tonino Lamborghini, the son of the founder of Lamborghini, the Italian car maker. The brand focus mainly on fashion and now it is launching the Slim series CULV notebook.. Asus and Lamborghini have teamed up to produce another Lambo themed notebooks, the Tonino Lamborghini CULV Notebook. The Tonino Lamborghini CULV Notebook features a 13.4 inch WXGA display with a resolution of 1366 x 768. pixels. Processing comes in the form on an Intel CULV processor, there is a choice of SATA hard drives which include 160GB, 320GB and 500GB and graphics is provided by an Intel GMAX4500 GPU. Other specifications on the Tonino Lamborghini CULV notebook include a four cell battery, integrated 802.11 b/g WiFi, Ethernet, Bluetooth, HDMI, VGA and a couple of USB ports. The Tonino Lamborghini CULV Notebook will come with Windows 7, there are no details on pricing or availability as yet.

Acer Ferrari One

Acer's partnership with Ferrari to build laptops containing Ferrari design elements goes back at least to 2004. The Ferrari One, however, is a totally different machine from the large and expensive Ferrari laptops of the past. It weighs just 3.3 pounds with its standard six-cell battery in place, and it measures roughly an inch thick; yet it contains an Athlon X2 dual-core low-voltage CPU and 4GB of RAM. Is it a large and relatively high-powered netbook, or a small and somewhat low-powered ultraportable? From here, it appears to straddle the line effectively and appealingly.

The system's styling is great for fans of Ferrari Red. The laptop is quite thin and light, with a smooth glossy finish and nice lines. Only the large cooling vent on the left edge breaks up the sleek finish. Despite the svelte frame, Acer crams plenty of ports into the sides: three USB ports, gigabit ethernet, a VGA output, mic in and headphone out, a multicard reader slot, and even a slot for ATI's optional external graphics.

One of the best things about the Ferrari One is its low cost: The base price of $599 includes a 1366 by 768 backlit LED screen, which delivers nice contrast and color; a 250GB hard drive; 4GB of RAM; and Windows 7 Home Premium.
Sounds Good, Feels Good

The Ferrari One's sound quality is excellent for such a small system, thanks to third-generation Dolby Home Theater audio enhancements, including Dolby Headphone and Dolby Digital Live. The laptop's lack of an optical drive cuts into the sound system's utility, of course, but still TV shows on Hulu had surprising audio punch.

Other strong features include a large,comfortable keyboard; and a smooth and accurate multitouch-gesture-capable touchpad. Though the touchpad button bar is slightly stiff, it makes a satisfying "click" sound when activated and isn't susceptible to accidental pressing at the wrong time. The main disappointments are the Ctrl and Function keys, which are so narrow and so close together that it's easy to hit one instead of the other by mistake. I also wish that Acer had provided an HDMI port for video output rather than the less useful VGA port.
Reasonable Performance for Such a Small System

Speaking of Hulu and other Web video sources, the integrated ATI Radeon HD 3200 graphics chip does a fairly good job with video acceleration. It struggled a little on higher-bitrate 1080p video, but typical Web flash and standard-def video--and even 720p H.264 video--looked clean and stutter-free. This is a big step up from the Intel integrated graphics that most netbooks use. The Radeon HD 3200 also handles 3D graphics processing far more capably than the Intel alternative does, though it may be a bit too weak to support the latest games.

This Ferrari One posted a score a 61 on WorldBench 6, which is low in comparison to what a top-notch ultraportable notebook (like the Sony VAIO VGN-Z598U) earns, but excellent in comparison to what even the best netbook (the Toshiba Mini NB205-N310, say) can manage. In view of the laptop's size and price, its overall performance is by no means a dealbreaker. Its battery life measured just under 5 hours--an average figure for a system of its size. (A typical 10-inch netbook lasts several hours longer.)

If you'd like to make the Ferrari One your one and only PC, you'll probably find that it's a slightly small and underpowered to handle the job satisfactorily. If you think of it as an on-the-go companion PC, though, it's most impressive. The laptop's slick design, solid features, and adequate performance for its size and weight make it a great buy.

Nokia N900

The Nokia N900 is a mobile computer made by Nokia with smartphone functions. It supersedes the N810. Its default operating system, Maemo 5, is an Open Source Linux distribution originally developed for the N900. It is the first Nokia device based upon the TI OMAP3 microprocessor with the ARM Cortex-A8 core. Unlike the three Nokia internet tablets preceding it, the Nokia N900 is the first Maemo device to include phone functionality (quad-band GSM and 3G UMTS).

The N900 functions as a mobile internet device, and includes e-mail, web browsing and access to online services, a 5 mega pixel digital camera for still or video photography, a portable media player for music and video, calculator, games console and text processor, SMS, as well as mobile telephony using either a mobile network or VoIP via WiFi.[4] Maemo provides an X-terminal interface for interacting with the core operating system.

It was launched at Nokia World on September 2, 2009 and was released on November 11, 2009 in the United States and 9 European countries.

The N900 was launched alongside Maemo 5, giving the device an overall more touch-friendly interface than its predecessors and a customizable home screen which mixes application icons with shortcuts and widgets. Maemo 5 supports Adobe Flash Player 9.4, and includes many applications designed specifically for the mobile platform such as a new touch-friendly media player.

The Nokia N900 will be the last mobile communication device running the Maemo operating system, which will be replaced by MeeGo. The N900 will continue to be supported with updates when necessary.

Nokia N8

The Nokia N8 today officially emerges into the daylight, stepping out of the shadows equipped with a host of smartphone talents. The first device to be powered by the brand new Symbian^3 platform, the Nokia N8 will launch with a new breed of camera that promises to capture photos and video to rival dedicated point and shoot cameras. Read on to explore Nokia N8’s full list of talents.

The biggest feature on the Nokia N8 is its 12-megapixel camera with Carl Zeiss optics and Xenon flash. It features a substantially larger sensor than any ever used in any other Nokia device – even bigger than many found in dedicated cameras. Recently, we caught up with Nokia’s resident camera guru, Damian Dinning, to get the full lowdown on what went into fine-tuning the N8’s camera and video capture skills – you’ll be able to read the full fact-packed story right here on Conversations this week, so stay tuned.

Check out the first sample images from the Nokia N8

The Nokia N8 also introduces the ability to record high definition videos and edit them with a smart built-in editing suite on the device. Playback quality is just as important, and the 3.5-inch HD capacitive touchscreen is the ideal window for assessing your flicks and footage. There’s also a HDMI connector allowing you to hook the smartphone to your HD TV and share your media with friends and family in superb quality. We wanted to find out more about the benefits of HDMI in the Nokia N8 so we spoke to Paul Wheeler, a software program manager at Nokia, to get the full story – again, be sure to keep an eye out for our full story this later this week.

Check out the first HD video sample from the Nokia N8

The Nokia N8 also doubles as a portable entertainment centre. Watch HD quality video with Dolby Digital Plus surround sound and hook into a dedicated Web TV application for access to news and entertainment on the move.

It’s not just its 12-megapixel camera and HD video skills with HDMI support that set the Nokia N8 apart from the crowd. Packing more memory than most, the Nokia N8 has 16GB of built-in storage and is expandable up to 48GB with a micro SD card.

Joining the social messaging fold with the likes of the latest Eseries and Cseries devices, the N8 enters the fray with live Twitter and Facebook updates direct to your homescreen. Comment, read and send messages, update your status and share your location and photos with one touch.

Embracing location based services, the N8 is location-savvy and comes with free global Ovi Maps walk and drive navigation with support in more than 70 countries worldwide.

Powering the Nokia N8 is the all-new Symbian^3 platform. This latest incarnation introduces major new advances including multi-touch and support for gestures such as pinch-to-zoom. Onboard there’s also three customisable homescreens that can be loaded with applications and widgets and flicked through by a swish of the finger. There’s also improved 2D and 3D graphics for a faster and more responsive UI, greater memory management and a visual task manager.

Of course, the Nokia N8 comes with access to the full range of Ovi services and it’s Nokia’s first smartphone to be integrated with Qt. Got and idea for an app? Qt is a software development environment that makes it a cinch to build apps and deploy across the Symbian and other software platforms.

Not to be outdone by its innards the Nokia N8 is carved from a single piece of anodised aluminium and looks glorious decked in one of five eye-catching colours (we’ll shortly be bringing you an entire article dedicated to the colours). It will cost €370 (before the usual local taxes and subsidies) when it starts shipping in the third quarter of 2010.

Over the coming week we’ll bring you heaps more insight and info surrounding the new Nokia N8, including designer interviews, exclusive videos, and much more. Stay tuned for all our unmissable coverage throughout the week. In the meantime, share your instant reactions and let us know what you want to know about the Nokia N8 by joining the conversation below.

Alienware M17x

 


Dominate the Horde

When your opponents swarm down like locusts, the Alienware M17x laptop gives you the firepower for all-out extermination. The most powerful Intel® mobile processor available, ATi CrossFireX™ dual-GPU graphics and Alienware’s dramatic industrial design deliverthe ultimate Hi-def mobile gaming and entertainment experience. Strike fear in your enemies and taste sweet victory.

Speed is Survival

Any hesitation means almost-certain death. Power through the most hardcore games and intense applications with the latest Intel® Core™ i7 and Core™ i5 processors featuring Intel® Turbo Boost Technology for dynamic, on-the-fly overclocking.

You’re only as good as your GPU

If you want your games cranked up to max settings with ultrafast frame rates, the Alienware M17x now offers up to a full one teraflop of sheer graphics power with ATI CrossFireX™. Experience incredible scalability, performance and compatibility while obtaining desktop-quality imagery.

Final Words and Conclusion

When we looked at the pre-production M17x back in June we were impressed by the quality of the system. Since then Alienware have added an extra level of sheen to the product and as far as desktop replacements go, this is a fantastic machine.

Alienware’s decision to opt for a clean design throughout the chassis has resulted in a very appealing chassis which looks both professional and cutting edge. When the lid is opened we are presented with a stunning screen and after powering on the system small aspects such as the re-enforced keyboard and touch panel functionality add a feel of real quality to the build.

Thanks to some high specification components such as the QX9300 CPU, 4GB of DDR3-1333 and dual GTX 280’s the performance of the M17x we tested was exceptional, additionally it is possible to increase this further with options such as dual 256GB SSDs in RAID 0 ... equally so if your budget is limited the components can be configured to a lower specification. The option to include a single GTX 260 along with dual core processor is a fine example of how this machine can provide a great experience for those on a lower budget as well as it does for those who do not want to compromise with performance when on the move.

We were also impressed by the thermal performance of the M17x. When using the 9400 GPU it was cool enough to sit on our lap for general use, something which cannot be said of many previous Alienware models. When moving to performance mode with the GTX 280's the vent and exhaust layout is very capable. All air being passed out of the back of the machine makes a huge difference to the temperatures of the internal components and the area surrounding the front and sides of the chassis as well as the base.

Battery life was also very good for the class of system. There is no way the system will ever compete on this front with the new Macbook Pro 17inch however two hours of high definition content and three of general use should be more than enough for most users. Especially as this is a machine which is unlikely to move far from its main location.

Alienware even have the little things pretty much perfected. The free mouse pad and cap add a nice consumer friendly touch and the Respawn function works as well as any restore software we have used. Start it off and return in around 30minutes to find the system back in its original state.

Special mention also has to go to the PSU which is provided with the M17x; it runs very cool and is compact compared to previous models which is a great achievement.

Overall it is hard to find fault with the M17x but there is one. The inclusion of face recognition software is, from a geek point of view, very cool. It rarely works though. Regardless of how long we used the software for and how many times it attempted to store/recognise our faces it rarely allowed us to login/unlock the system automatically.

Nokia X6 16GB

The all-black Nokia X6 XpressMusic comes with a sizable 16GB of on-board storage and boasts enough space for 5,500 music tracks.


The Nokia X6 16GB being a series 60 device, allows for the full edition of Ovi Maps with voice guided sat nav to be downloaded free on the X6 with navigable maps for over 70 countries worldwide and drive or walk navigation, free map updates, Lonely Planet and Michelin guides all a click-away.


Outside that substantial 16GB storage sits a lush 3.2-inch widescreen capacitive touchscreen. Running the latest version of Symbian the Nokia X6 16GB boasts up to 18 days standby time, 11.5 hours talktime, 4.5 hours of video playback and a whopping 35 hours of music playback!


Images are taken care of with a 5-megapixel camera sporting Carl Zeiss optics and dual LED flash. Shooting videos is a joy, not just because of the camera but the TV-out function enables you to watch your masterpieces on the big screen, too. And of course, you can edit your videos right there on the device.


Gamers will be happy with the pre-loaded games including Spore by EA, Asphalt4 and DJ Mix Tour by Gameloft; all come as standard with the new Nokia X6 XpressMusic handset.

Liquid E - Ferrari special edition

Liquid E Ferrari special edition is the exclusive smartphone dedicated to those who demand something extra from their technological devices: passion, cutting-edge technology, performance, and … exclusive features! Passionate like the red of its livery; sophistication, expression of the utmost perfection; high performance like the finnest race cars; exclusive like a tailor-made suit; and fully-equipped like a luxurious object. These ingredients make the Liquid E Ferrari special edition utterly unique and in a class of its own. Created from a pure racing soul, the Liquid E Ferrari Special Edition combines powerful performance with design excellence. It is not merely a luxurious smartphone or status symbol; it is an object with nothing was left to chance, where obsessive attention to detail ensures its owner a uniquely rare experience.

Designed to be special


The Ferrari character is everywhere on the Acer Liquid E Ferrari Special Edition. On the front, the glossy Ferrari red finish contrasts with the dark chrome keys and mirror black effect of the large 3.5” high-resolution capacitive screen while round the back, the “Scuderia Ferrari” shield with surrounding carbon fiber and the speaker designed like an air intake leave no doubt that this is one of the world’s most sophisticated, high-performance mobile devices. Hi-definition fun
The 3.5" high-resolution (WVGA) capacitive touch screen of the Acer Liquid E Ferrari Special Edition is optimized for watching movies in high-definition 720p quality and streaming YouTube® videos at very high speed via Wi-Fi and HSDPA 7.2Mbps wherever you are. With Ferrari images and videos pre-loaded, you’ll be closer than ever to the Scuderia.


Simplicity in the details


The Acer Liquid E Ferrari Special Edition features all the latest features of the new Android 2.1 Éclair version, such as voice-activated functions*, turn-by-turn navigation*, a new browser, a new camera application, an all-new 5-page home screen with even more space for your favorite widgets and applications, as well as easier-to-read icons and a fantastic selection of live wallpapers you can customize and interact with. *Only available in certain countries


Camera and Screen


The large 3.5” high-resolution capacitive screen dominates the front of the Liquid E Ferrari Special Edition and is joined by four touch sensitive buttons for Home, Search, Back and Menu while a 5MP camera with geo-tagging, ISO options and accelerated auto-focus performance and “Scuderia Ferrari” shield, slanted racing-inspired speaker design is all you see on the back.


Social media made easy


Prepare yourself for a whole new level of instant communication and social media with the latest Facebook and Twidroid applications and take advantage of the latest Acer enhancements to the keyboard. With three kinds of keyboard layouts to choose from and predictive text input, you’ll be messaging faster than ever. Easy business
When you have to get serious, you’ll be glad you had your Acer Liquid E Ferrari Special Edition with you as it comes with Microsoft Exchange Server support as well as Documents To Go that allows you to edit and create Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint files as well as view Adobe PDF files wherever you are.


Android Éclair


The Acer Liquid E Ferrari Special Edition was designed from the outset to keep you in touch and in control of your mobile communication unlike any other phone out there. To do just that, we've equipped it with the highly intuitive Android™ Éclair Operating System for a whole new level of interactivity and mobile freedom.


Pre-Installed and Ready to Go


The Acer Liquid E Ferrari Special Edition comes with a complete set of cool applications and fun features pre-loaded as well as audio, images and videos of your favorite racing team and direct links to the official Ferrari social networking sites so all you have to do is turn it on, log in and you’re ready to race.


Fast and powerful




Not only is the Acer Liquid E Ferrari Special Edition packed with the powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon™ 8250 processor running at 768 MHz but also comes with 512MB of RAM active memory so you get smooth, instant access to web pages, media streaming, email, GPS maps and search applications, as well as unrivalled energy efficiency for increased battery life.


Unique Elite Bluetooth headset


The unique Elite Bluetooth earset of the Liquid E Ferrari Special Edition has been developed to eliminate ambient noise and features echo cancellation and automatic volume adjustment technology to ensure crystal-clear speech quality while in communication. So, no matter how noisy your background environment, or how close you are to the action, your correspondent will hear you perfectly well.

Introduction

Acer may be new to the smartphone game but they’re learning fast. On paper, the Acer Stream has all the right ingredients to tackle the HTC Desire and the Nexus One. With much stronger emphasis on multimedia than the titular Google phone, the Acer Stream has a few aces up its sleeve and isn’t afraid to play them.

Acer dabbled in customizing Android with the Liquid, but their first attempts were far from impressive. Packing the latest version of Acer’s custom Android UI, the Stream is a completely different story.

We won’t spoil the surprise – the changes run pretty deep and we can’t summarize them in one paragraph anyway. But don’t be too quick to skip straight to the User interface chapter of this review. The hardware has a few cool things in store as well.

Subtle small-font labels leave no doubt about the multimedia prowess of the Acer Stream. The 5MP camera can capture 720p videos and you’ll also spot the Dolby Mobile logo, which promises great sonic experience. But if you’re not careful you might miss the HDMI label right next to the microUSB port. That’s right, the Acer Stream has a microHDMI port to deliver HD video to compatible external displays.

Here goes the list of pros and cons, for the most impatient readers.

Key features

3G with HSDPA 7.2 Mbps and HSUPA 2Mbps
Android OS v2.1 with Acer Touch 3D UI v4.0
3.7" capacitive touchscreen of WVGA resolution; multi-touch support
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8250 1GHz CPU, 512 MB RAM
5 megapixel autofocus camera; image stabilization, geotagging
720p video recording at 24 fps
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n with DLNA
GPS receiver; Digital compass
Accelerometer sensor for auto-rotate and turn-to-mute
Standard microUSB port for charging and data
MicroHDMI video out port, 720p support
XviD video support up to 720p
Dolby Mobile; dedicated multimedia keys
Stereo Bluetooth (A2DP)
2GB built-in memory
microSD card slot (16GB cards supported, 8GB one included);
Preinstalled document viewer
Rich retail box package
Standard 3.5mm audio jack
FM Radio
Smart dialing

Acer 6935G

Beaming with notebook cinema excellence, the 16" Aspire 6935 enhances high-def digital life with truly immersive audio and captivating video. The 16:9 Acer CineCrystal™ display, and Acer CineSurround audio with optimized 2nd Generation Dolby Home Theater® technology deliver high-def audio and visual delights beyond your wildest expectations -- movies, creative applications and games never looked and sounded so good! Adding to the heightened sensory experience is the smooth-to-the-touch CineDash media console, an exciting, CE-like interface for launching and managing entertainment.

Eye-catching design, cinema-style 16:9 display

The sophisticated Aspire Gemstone Blue design features multi-layered 3D depth, a shimmering finish, varying textures, a stylish blue-black-silver color scheme, and lighting effects on both the inside and outside. The Aspire 6935 portrays rich color, excellent viewing angles, and 16:9 aspect ratio for a true cinematic view of HDTV and the latest Blu-ray Disc™ content. The wide-aspect 16" HD CineCrystal™ display with 16:9 aspect ratio delivers full native widescreen resolution – 14 percent more viewing space than 15.4", 16:10 displays! Enjoy visually enhanced, HD entertainment the way it was meant to be played, as perfect as the original creation

Brilliant performance

Backed by today's most powerful processing technology, you can rest assured that the Aspire 6935 handles the heaviest multitasking with reliable precision. Creative multimedia applications run fast and smooth as do intense graphics from the latest games and movies. The discrete graphics card with NVIDIA® PureVideo™ renders 1080p-quality visuals with astounding clarity. The Aspire 6935 is fully prepared for the HD sharpness delivered by the Blu-ray Disc™ or DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive. Are you?

Acer 8942G

Revel in the full cinematic splendor of the Aspire 8942G! The massive 18.4" edge-to-edge screen presents enthralling visuals while the latest surround sound technologies blast enveloping acoustics. Superb media performance is complemented by a captivating design, making this desktop-replacement your first-class ticket to digital entertainment and computing.

Sophisticated design

The shimmering Acer logo on the cover flashes different degrees of brightness, depending on your viewing angle. A look inside this gorgeous notebook reveals the edge-to-edge glass display and unique Neoweave-textured palm rest.

Incredible entertainment 

Top-of-the line graphics and optional Blu-ray optical technology deliver amazing entertainment on the large, 16:9 Full HD display. Dolby®-optimized audio and the Acer Tuba CineBass booster immerse you in huge sound. Also, customize your multimedia settings using the Acer MediaTouch controls or with the optional Acer Media Center remote control, and watch your favorite shows anywhere via the optional TV-tuner.

First-class performance

Featuring a top-brand processor and lots of fast DDR3 memory, the Aspire 8942G delivers extreme performance for noticeably smoother multitasking. You also get a choice of one or two hard drives with loads of room to store all of your digital files. And, protect your files and personal data from unwanted access with the Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader, which doubles as a convenient navigation tool. Connect now!
Use your Aspire 8942G to get online from anywhere in the world and surf the Internet with fast Wi-Fi® connectivity. Communicate with family and friends face-to-face via the Acer Video Conference software, built-in high-def webcam, and two stereo microphones.