The Motorola Xoom: $600 for WiFi-only and $800 Unsubsidized

Motorola Xoom

 

The Motorola Xoom is on the market at $800 without carrier subsidy for the 3G version and the WiFi model costs $600. The 3G version is a little bit more expensive than the 3G 32GB iPad, while the Wi-Fi version will sell for the same $600.00, the iPad Wi-Fi 32GB.

The specifications include dual-core processor, Android 3.0 (Honeycomb), front and rear facing cameras, a camcorder Adobe flash Player, 10.1-inch Widescreen HD display.

[Source CrunchGear, Motorola]

Sony Ericsson Xperia PLAY, the Latest Phone in Its Xperia Range

SonyEricsson XperiaTM PLAY

Sony Ericsson game changing XperiaTM PLAY introduced at Mobile World Congress 2011 is the latest phone in XperiaTM range.

XperiaTM PLAY delivers the smartphone functionality that the most serious power users could need, teamed with the immersive gaming experience that any gamer would want. In portrait mode, the Android smartphone offers all the benefits that users have come to expect from Sony Ericsson’s existing range of XperiaTM smartphones with best-in-class entertainment experiences, a great 5 megapixel camera, a brilliant 4” multi-touch screen and great social networking features.

Acer Aspire One D257 Revealed

Taking advantage of the futuristic setting of MWC 2011, Acer has presented its latest innovations in mobile computing, The Acer Aspire One D257 that definitely appears to be one of the thinnest netbook cases around  measuring less than one inch thick.

Samsung Series 9 Seen in 11.6-inches

The Samsung's ultrathin 9 Series laptop seems to come in 11.6-inches.

The specifications include an 11.6 inches dispay (1366 x 768 pixel), Core i3-380UM processor, 2GB of DDR3 RAM, 64GB SSD, 802.11b/g/n WiFi, Gigabit LAN, Bluetooth 3.0, 1x USB 2.0, 1x USB 3.0, HDMI, audio jacks, RJ45, microSD card slot, 4-cell 5,680 battery and Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit.

The price is under $1,200 ($400 less than the 13.3-inch model).

[Via Engadget]

Build Your Own Robot at Home

Robo Xero

If you like robots such as the characters in Transformers or the like now you can build your own "Transformers" on your spare time. Outstanding sports performance! Build your own robot of the future!

Stylish appearance as it is reminiscent of the robot hero, a light carriage with quick movement, to demonstrate outstanding athletic performance in a stable balance, the "ROBO XERO". While the advanced features that enable a variety of actions, the assembly is easy. This super robot is a nice toy for youngsters as well as adults.

[Via DeAgostini]

Hydrogen Power Cell Charger

PowerTrekk Hydrogen Power Cell Charger

It is not only hydrogen-fuelled car that can use hydrogen to power its engine. Now you can power your gadget using hydrogen power with PowerTrekk.

The PowerTrekk is a small hydrogen fuel cell that is almost entirely made from recycled electronic waste materials, which is always good to see. Inside you'll find a small PowerPukk, that's where the magic happens. When you add water to the unit, will begin Pukk into energy so that you can charge whatever USB-powered gadget you want. Or you can just charge the battery contained in the PowerTrekk. Unfortunately they are not currently much of the information such as prices and availability.

[Via RedFerret]

Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 inch Display - Honeycomb-based

Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1- inch Display

After having Samsung Galaxy Tab with 7-inch display on the market since last year, now Samsung launch a wider brother of this tablet: Galaxy Tab 10.1-inch Display

Unveiled at Mobile World Congress 2011 comes with a 10.1-inch LCD screen (1280x800 pixels resolution), it's powered by a 1Ghz dual-core Tegra 2 processor, will be available with 16GB or 32GB of storage, and features Google’s Android 3.0 Honeycomb operating system, like the Motorola Xoom which was announced at the beginning of the year at CES. The size of the tablet is 9.6 inches x 6.6 inches x 0.4 inches and weighs 1.3 pounds according to a company statement (lighter than the Motorola Xoom), which also has 10.1-inch screen.

Like the new Galaxy S II smartphones, also unveiled at MWC 2011, the new Galaxy Tab 10.1 will feature both a front- and rear-facing camera. The rear camera has an 8-megapixel resolution with LED flash while the front camera is capable of 2-megapixel resolution.

Users who want to watch streaming video on their tablet can access the Internet using Wi-Fi (802.11a, b, g and n) or HSPA+ (High-Speed Packet Access) at up to 21M bps (bits per second). For users to take full advantage of that speed, their mobile operator may first have to upgrade their network.

The device will start shipping in some markets, including Sweden, in June. No pricing yet.

[Source ComputerWorld, Engadget]

HTC Flier - New Tablet from HTC announced at MWC 2011 Today

HTC Flier

HTC announced its Android Tablet at Mobile World Congress 2011 Today. This tablet comes with 7 inch screen which is very welcome by those who like games, but the downside is that it does not come with excellent Android 3.0 (Honeycomb). Instead, you have to be satisfied with Android 2.4 (Gingerbread) - Android which is actually newer, but is not a version dedicated to the tablets as Honeycomb. Despite that fact, Android 2.4 will certainly bring a great user experience on this tablet, because the HTC HTC promises a new interface Sense with a series of 3D effects on the homescreen, and improved widgets.

• Display 7 inch - 1024 x 600 pixels
• 1.5 GHz processor
• 1GB of RAM
• 32GB internal memory for storage
• Primary 5 megapixel camera with autofocus
• Secondary Camera / Front 1.3 megapixels
• Wireless Bluetooth 3.0 with A2DP and Wi-Fi
• Integrated GPS
• GSM Quad-Band 3G HSDPA and Technology
• Dimensions: 195.4 x 122 x 13.2 mm
• Weight: 420 grams (with battery)
• 4000 mAh battery with autonomy for up to 4 hours of use (video)
  

 [Via UberGizmo]

HP Officially Unveiled its TouchPad Slate

Hp TouchPad

HP has finally announced the WebOS slate - Palm TouchPad. This slate looks a little bit like an iPad, it has a 9.7 inch capacitive multi-touch display with 1024 x 768 pixels. There will be four configurations – 16GB or 32GB and Wi-Fi only or Wi-Fi plus mobile broadband. It run WebOS, which was developed by Palm for the Palm Pre. The TouchPad’s biggest advantages over the iPad is that it is Flash capable, which means you can actually view Web sites as they were intended. It also means you can use Flash applications.

Specifications:

• Operating system: HP webOS
• Display: 9.7-inch XGA capacitive, multitouch screen with a vibrant 18-bit color, 1024×768 resolution
• Keyboard: Virtual keyboard
• Email: Microsoft® Exchange email with Microsoft Direct Push Technology
• POP3/IMAP (Yahoo!® Mail, Gmail™, AOL, Hotmail®, etc.)
• Messaging: Integrated IM and SMS
• GPS: A-GPS (3G models only)
• Digital camera: Front-facing 1.3-megapixel webcam for live video calling
• Sensors: Light sensor, accelerometer, compass (magnetometer), and gyroscope
• Media formats supported: Audio formats: DRM-free MP3, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, AMR, QCELP, WAV
• Video formats: MPEG-4, H.263, H.264
• Wireless connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n with WPA, WPA2, WEP, 802.1X authentication;
• Bluetooth® wireless technology 2.1 + EDR with A2DP stereo Bluetooth support
• Memory: Choose either 16GB or 32GB internal storage
• Battery: Rechargeable 6300 mAh (typical) battery
• Connector: Charger/microUSB connector with USB 2.0 Hi-Speed
• Headphone jack: 3.5mm stereo headset/headphone/microphone jack
• Speakers: Internal stereo speakers and Beats Audio™
• HP Touchstone for TouchPad: Compatible
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon dual-CPU APQ8060 1.2GHz
• Dimensions: Width: 240mm (9.45 inches)
• Height: 190mm (7.48 inches)
• Thickness: 13.7mm (0.54 inches)
• Weight: Approximately 740 grams (1.6 pounds)

[Source GottaBeMobile]

LG Optimus Pad Destroying an Apple in TV Commercial

We never hear much about LG tablet so far, but now LG has launched a new advertising of his interesting new tablet - Optimus pad, leaving a clear message of what this new toy with Honeycomb 3.0 Android is capable of doing compared to the iPad and its operating system.

Well, as you may have noticed, the commercial is aimed at the entire Transformers universe, suggesting that the Optimus Pad will return in full force, and in fact this new tablet promises a lot, bringing some attractions as primary camera image processing, 3D camera on the back , dual-core processor Tegra 2, 32 GB internal memory, and especially the dedicated operating system for tablets - Android 3.0 Honeycomb!

It's worth checking this commercial.

[Source CrunchGear]

Apple iPad 2 is in Production

Apple iPad

Apple has started manufacturing iPad 2, featuring, as previously rumored, a built-in camera and faster processor. It will be thinner and lighter than the first model. WSJ says iPad 2 won’t improve resolution over the first iPad. People familiar with the situation said Apple has had trouble improving the display technology, in part because of the iPad screen's larger size compared with the iPhone.

Other rumored specifications are:
    * One USB port and SD card slot
    * Uses both GSM and CDMA networks
    * The iPad 2is essentially made from one piece of metal with no pins needed
    * The iPad 2 will have a boosted dual core GPU

Apple is reportedly is sticking with its device duopoly, making the iPad available through AT&T, which was the first to carry iPhone and iPad, and also Verizon Wireless. Rumours suggested that the iPad 2 release date is probably in the Spring.

[Source appolicious, techradar]