Car Audio Blog: November 2012

Friday, November 30, 2012

U.S. launches new project to develop electric-automobile batteries

The Obama administration launched a fresh $ 120-million investigation project Friday, aimed at producing more affordable batteries for electric cars.
The Energy Department will dole out the funds over 5 years to establish a research hub for batteries and power storage, backed by five national laboratories, 5 Midwestern universities and four private companies.
The 4 organizations joining the project are Dow Chemical Co, Applied Materials Inc, Johnson Controls Inc and Clean Power Trust.
For

Motorola DROID RAZR HD will get Android 4.1 next week

Motorola's DROID RAZR HD and RAZR MAXX HD Android Jelly Bean update is appropriate close to the corner. Accurate to their word from the devices' launch occasion, Motorola and Verizon brought the news that the OS update will hit the smartphone duo next week.
The Android 4.1 Jelly Bean update for the DROID RAZR HD and RAZR MAXX HD will include all the usual goodies such as Google Now and Project Butter, dressed in Motorola's light UI. Some Verizon preloaded applications are set to disappear,

Acura's New RLX Sports 20 Beams of Light on its Headlamps [w/Video]

Sad but correct the only exterior feature we located worthy of a note on the new 2014 Acura RLX that created its globe premiere at this week's Los Angeles Auto Show and which will be sold in Japan as the new Honda Legend, are its so-known as "Jewel-Eye" LED headlamps.
The rest of the car in terms of styling may as properly be a puffed up $ 50k Honda Accord or if you choose, a longer and duller searching version of the Acura ILX, which itself, is a glorified Honda Civic under the

Motorola DROID RAZR HD will get Android four.1 next week

Motorola's DROID RAZR HD and RAZR MAXX HD Android Jelly Bean update is right about the corner. Accurate to their word from the devices' launch event, Motorola and Verizon brought the news that the OS update will hit the smartphone duo next week.
The Android 4.1 Jelly Bean update for the DROID RAZR HD and RAZR MAXX HD will consist of all the usual goodies such as Google Now and Project Butter, dressed in Motorola's light UI. Some Verizon preloaded applications are set to disappear, even though

Motorola DROID RAZR HD will get Android four.1 subsequent week

Motorola's DROID RAZR HD and RAZR MAXX HD Android Jelly Bean update is correct close to the corner. Correct to their word from the devices' launch occasion, Motorola and Verizon brought the news that the OS update will hit the smartphone duo subsequent week.
The Android four.1 Jelly Bean update for the DROID RAZR HD and RAZR MAXX HD will contain all the usual goodies such as Google Now and Project Butter, dressed in Motorola's light UI. Some Verizon preloaded applications are set to disappear,

Close-Up search at the 4WD DUT12 Formula Student racer [VIDEO]

The DUT12 is the second electric vehicle of the DUT Racing team. The DUT 12 has four-wheel-drive technique introduced this year. This makes it feasible to use the brake power from all wheels to recharge the battery which outcomes in an even increased effectiveness.
In the DUT12 the batteries are no longer placed behind the driver, but on both sides alongside the driver for much better handling. Also a new strategy is utilised to generate the monocoque, namely prepregs. This approach ensures

GM PARTNERING WITH TIRE RESEARCHERS FOR BETTER FUEL ECONOMY

By Zach Bowman, Autoblog.com - Starting next year, General Motors engineers will work with researchers at the National Tire Research Center in an effort to create safer and more efficient tires. The automaker has invested US$ 5 million in the facility in Halifax, Virginia, which uses cutting-edge tire performance machinery to recreate real-world driving events.The US$ 11.2 million test equipment can spin a tire to the equivalent of 200 mph (321 kilometres per hour) while monitoring data

Close-Up search at the 4WD DUT12 Formula Student racer [VIDEO]

The DUT12 is the second electric auto of the DUT Racing group. The DUT 12 has 4-wheel-drive technique introduced this year. This tends to make it feasible to use the brake energy from all wheels to recharge the battery which results in an even greater effectiveness.
In the DUT12 the batteries are no longer placed behind the driver, but on each sides alongside the driver for better handling. Also a new method is utilized to produce the monocoque, namely prepregs. This approach ensures that the

Thursday, November 29, 2012

GM PARTNERING WITH TIRE RESEARCHERS FOR Far better FUEL Economy

By Zach Bowman, Autoblog.com - Beginning subsequent year, Basic Motors engineers will work with researchers at the National Tire Investigation Center in an effort to produce safer and much more efficient tires. The automaker has invested US$ five million in the facility in Halifax, Virginia, which makes use of cutting-edge tire performance machinery to recreate real-globe driving occasions.The US$ 11.two million test gear can spin a tire to the equivalent of 200 mph (321 kilometres per

Close look at the Wheel Motor powered DUT12 Formula Student racer [VIDEO]

The DUT12 is the second electric automobile of the DUT Racing team. The DUT 12 has 4-wheel-drive method introduced this year. This tends to make it achievable to use the brake power from all wheels to recharge the battery which benefits in an even larger effectiveness.
In the DUT12 the batteries are no longer placed behind the driver, but on both sides alongside the driver for better handling. Also a new approach is utilized to create the monocoque, namely prepregs. This technique ensures

GM PARTNERING WITH TIRE RESEARCHERS FOR Far better FUEL Economy

By Zach Bowman, Autoblog.com - Starting subsequent year, Common Motors engineers will work with researchers at the National Tire Investigation Center in an work to develop safer and a lot more efficient tires. The automaker has invested US$ five million in the facility in Halifax, Virginia, which makes use of cutting-edge tire overall performance machinery to recreate real-world driving occasions.The US$ 11.2 million test equipment can spin a tire to the equivalent of 200 mph (321

Samsung Galaxy S Advance to get Jelly Bean in January

Samsung Germany employed its Facebook page, to share some useful information, relating to the Galaxy S Advance Jelly Bean update. The device will get Android four.1.two in January. The update will be supplied both via the Kies software program and more than the air.
Previously the update was rumored for November. Samsung announced that the Galaxy S Advance will skip ICS altogether and move straight to Jelly Bean as an alternative. The company has also committed to delivering Jelly Bean to a

GM PARTNERING WITH TIRE RESEARCHERS FOR Much better FUEL Economic climate

By Zach Bowman, Autoblog.com - Starting next year, General Motors engineers will operate with researchers at the National Tire Analysis Center in an work to create safer and a lot more efficient tires. The automaker has invested US$ 5 million in the facility in Halifax, Virginia, which makes use of cutting-edge tire overall performance machinery to recreate true-planet driving occasions.The US$ 11.2 million test equipment can spin a tire to the equivalent of 200 mph (321 kilometres per

Microsoft to launch Windows Phone 7.8 update in early 2013

Just as its previously teased, Microsoft officially announced the eagerly awaited Windows Telephone 7.eight update is going to see the day of light in early 2013.
The guys at Redmond didn't specify an precise date of the launch, but we now know for certain that Windows Telephone 7.eight will not be coming for Christmas.
In the announcement at its official website, the business re-confirmed some of the new functions that will come as a element of Windows Telephone 7.8.The new obtainable colors

Wednesday, November 28, 2012

GM PARTNERING WITH TIRE RESEARCHERS FOR Greater FUEL Economy

By Zach Bowman, Autoblog.com - Starting subsequent year, General Motors engineers will work with researchers at the National Tire Research Center in an effort to create safer and far more effective tires. The automaker has invested US$ 5 million in the facility in Halifax, Virginia, which makes use of cutting-edge tire efficiency machinery to recreate true-globe driving occasions.The US$ 11.two million test equipment can spin a tire to the equivalent of 200 mph (321 kilometres per hour)

Samsung Galaxy S III mini review: The Halfling

GSMArena team, 28 November 2012.
Introduction
Style and software program experience coming straight from the most profitable droid of all occasions, packed in a shell that's far less difficult to pocket. Now, who wouldn't want some of that? The Samsung Galaxy S III mini is the company's most premium compact Android smartphone and is right here to prove that you don't need to have to come close to phablet territory to get the newest and greatest from the world's largest smartphone manufacturer.

Samsung Galaxy S III mini assessment: The Halfling

GSMArena team, 28 November 2012.
Introduction
Style and software program knowledge coming straight from the most profitable droid of all instances, packed in a shell that is far less difficult to pocket. Now, who wouldn't want some of that? The Samsung Galaxy S III mini is the company's most premium compact Android smartphone and is here to prove that you do not need to have to come close to phablet territory to get the most current and greatest from the world's biggest smartphone

Hyundai Shows Final Production Version of 6 and 7 Passenger 2013 Santa Fe in L.A. [Photos & Video]

We doubt any person seen it, but the three row, extended-wheelbase 2013 Santa Fe displayed next to the five-seat 2013 Santa Fe Sport at the New York International Auto Show in April was a prototype. The far more spacious Santa Fe model is generating its planet premiere in final production trim at the Los Angeles Auto Show nowadays.
The larger Santa Fe rides on a 110.two-inch wheelbase, which is 3.9 inches longer than the Sport’s models wheelbase, although its overall length of 193.1

Samsung found to violate Apple patents in Holland

The Supreme Court in The Hague found Samsung guilty of infringing one more of Apple's patents right now.
The patent in question includes a bounce-back effect when the finish of a scrollable list is reached.
Samsung had replaced the bounce-back effect on later versions of Android with a blue glow, so only Galaxy devices operating versions 2.two.1 – 3. which have not received the newer Android versions are stated to be infringing.
Thankfully for Samsung, damages are pretty restricted for the

GM PARTNERING WITH TIRE RESEARCHERS FOR Much better FUEL Economic climate

By Zach Bowman, Autoblog.com - Beginning next year, Basic Motors engineers will work with researchers at the National Tire Research Center in an work to develop safer and much more effective tires. The automaker has invested US$ five million in the facility in Halifax, Virginia, which uses cutting-edge tire overall performance machinery to recreate real-globe driving occasions.The US$ 11.two million test gear can spin a tire to the equivalent of 200 mph (321 kilometres per hour) whilst

Apple wins one more patent case against Samsung

The Supreme Court in The Hague identified Samsung guilty of infringing yet another of Apple's patents these days.
The patent in question includes a bounce-back effect when the finish of a scrollable list is reached.
Samsung had replaced the bounce-back effect on later versions of Android with a blue glow, so only Galaxy devices running versions 2.2.1 – 3. which have not received the newer Android versions are stated to be infringing.
Thankfully for Samsung, damages are relatively restricted

Samsung Galaxy Axiom released on US Cellular

Samsung has released a price range Android LTE smartphone on the US Cellular network called the Galaxy Axiom. The phone will be readily available on a two year contract for $ 79.99 and for $ 399.99 outright.

The Samsung Galaxy Axiom is a CDMA/LTE handset with a four-inch, 800 x 480 LCD, 1.2GHz dual-core Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 processor, 5 megapixel rear camera, 1.three megapixel front camera, 4GB internal memory (1.85GB available to the user) with microSD card slot, Android four. Ice Cream

Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Acer CloudMobile S500 review: Out of the blue

GSMArena group, 26 November 2012.
Introduction
As the industry moves forward, you no longer need to spend top dollar to discover a capable smartphone.
Although last year you could barely uncover any dual-core devices in the mid-range, you can now even treat your self to a pair of Krait cores with no breaking the bank.
The Acer CloudMobile S500 official images
If finding the most bang for your buck is high on your priority list for the holiday shopping, the Acer CloudMobile S500 is 1 of the

Acer CloudMobile S500 evaluation: Out of the blue

GSMArena group, 26 November 2012.
Introduction
As the business moves forward, you no longer want to pay top rated dollar to uncover a capable smartphone.
Although final year you could barely uncover any dual-core devices in the mid-range, you can now even treat oneself to a pair of Krait cores with no breaking the bank.
The Acer CloudMobile S500 official images
If getting the most bang for your buck is higher on your priority list for the vacation buying, the Acer CloudMobile S500 is one

Google Nexus 4 to go back in stock in the US right now

Right now Google sent notifications to these who registered their interest of getting the smartphone. The offer applies only for the United States and begins at 12:00 PST time.

Final time about, the available stock was depleted in less than an hour and it will possibly be the same now. So if you actually want to get oneself a shiny new Nexus four, you may possibly require to do some serious refreshing when the time comes.
There is a single much more factor - Google now has now imposed a

HTC launches Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean update with Sense four+

Exactly a month ago HTC launched the Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean update for the A single X in Asia and now the update is available for CID_038 or CID_044 versions of the device about the globe, as well.

The update is 364MB in size and demands users to download а precursory 1.6MB file, bringing the computer software to version 3.14.707.24. Afterwards, the regular Android four.1.1 update method will commence.
As observed in the screenshot supplied by AndroidAuthority, the computer software bump

Lenovo P770 droid telephone packs a 3,500mAh battery

So far Motorola has been the only one that can provide huge batteries in smartphones, but Lenovo is about to challenge it with the P770. It really is an Android 4.1 Jelly Bean droid with a massive three,500mAh battery (200mAh much more than the RAZR MAXX HD).
The Lenovo P770 measures 133 x 67 x 11.9mm and weighs 161g (not fairly as slender as Motorola DROID MAXX HD's 131.9 x 67.9 x 9.3mm, 157g). It has a 4.5" qHD IPS screen and is powered by a 1.2GHz dual-core Cortex-A9 processor with 1GB of

Microsoft operating on &#039Apollo+&#039 update for Windows Phone eight

Microsoft is allegedly working on an update to Windows Phone, called Apollo+. This will be a minor '.1' update that will add some of the functions missing in the initial release, such as assistance for VPN networks and OTA updates. It will also consist of bug fixes for troubles such as Wi-Fi connection bug.

Microsoft reportedly ran out of time for the initial release of Windows Phone 8, due to which they had to leave out functions such as a notification center. You can expect to see these

Monday, November 26, 2012

Kia Loses the Appropriate to Use Quoris Name in Europe to China's Qoros

We don't how several European or Korean, for that matter, carmakers would like to associate one of their top products with a Chinese brand, but Kia located itself in a legal battle with China's Qoros over the name of its new rear-wheel drive flagship saloon, the Quoris, and it lost - at least in Europe and for the time getting.
The Korean carmaker introduced the total-size luxury sedan in its residence market as the K9, but in July this year, it announced that the export version would be

Huawei Ascend D2 GLBenchmark score confirms quad-core CPU

In late October at an occasion in China, Huawei announced its very first phablet - the Ascend D2. At the time Huawei stayed mum on some of the important specs of the device. Fortunately, GLBenchmark comes to conserve the day, confirming the chipset and screen specs of the device.
At the front the Ascend D2 attributes a 5-inch LCD display of FullHD (1920x1080 pixels) resolution, matching the screen of the HTC DROID DNA (and the upcoming rumored Lenovo and LG F240 smartphones).
Not like the

Sunday, November 25, 2012

HTC Deluxe DLX not truly coming to Europe?

When we caught a glimpse of the 1st official images of the HTC Deluxe DLX a couple of days back , we were all but particular that it is only a matter of time before the quad-core beast with 1080p display tends to make its way to Europe. For that reason, the news from HTC Germany that the device won't make it to the Old Continent came as absolutely nothing short of a surprise.

As you can see in the translated message above, the 5" relative of the HTC J butterfly and the Verizon exclusive DROID

LG explains that the Nexus four LTE chip is actually a dud

The presence of an 4G LTE chip in the LG Nexus 4 has been making owners of the device scratch their head and providing them hope that it may possibly at some point be hacked to operate.
The revelation made by iFixit's teardown of the device has created a lot of buzz close to the web and an LG spokesperson has stepped up to clarify the circumstance.
Here's what he told Techradar.

In order to provide the very best achievable specification for Nexus four, LG utilised the same strong Qualcomm

LG explains that the Nexus four LTE chip is in fact a dud

The presence of an 4G LTE chip in the LG Nexus 4 has been making owners of the device scratch their head and providing them hope that it might ultimately be hacked to work.
The revelation produced by iFixit's teardown of the device has made a lot of buzz close to the internet and an LG spokesperson has stepped up to explain the predicament.
Here's what he told Techradar.

In order to supply the greatest achievable specification for Nexus four, LG utilised the very same powerful Qualcomm

Samsung sold five million Galaxy Note II units in just two months

At the beginning of November Samsung announced they've sold a lot more than 3 million Galaxy Note II phablets and now, merely a couple of weeks later, we get word that this number has grown to north of 5 million.
It took the Galaxy Note II just two months to achieve this impressive milestone. Element of the device's achievement is due to its wide availability, as Samsung has made the Note II accessible in 128 countries. Nonetheless, 5 million units in just 2 months is mightily impressive.
In

Saturday, November 24, 2012

Infiniti Goes to Brazil, will Launch with a New Sedan, the FX and JX in 2014

Even though Nissan originally produced Infiniti in 1989 to cater to the demands of North American consumers, the Japanese brand has since swiftly expanded its international network that at present consists of 47 countries around the globe.
This year alone, Infiniti added Singapore, Chile, the Dominican Republic, South Africa and Australia to the list of countries it operates within, with Hong Kong to adhere to in early 2013.
And that is no all, as on Saturday, Infiniti announced plans to

Damian Dinning leaves Nokia (Update: Joins Jaguar Land Rover)

As if the poor marketplace performance as of late wasn't enough, Nokia just took yet another hit. Damian Dinning has decided to leave the company productive November 30.

Dinning started out working at Nokia in April 2004 and took the function as the company's lead system manager for Imaging Encounter and worked closely on devices like the Nokia 808 PureView and Lumia 920. Reportedly, the news of his leaving came as a shock to Nokia's execs.
Here's what Nokia UK have responded to

Friday, November 23, 2012

Damian Dinning leaves Nokia effective November 30

As if the poor market place efficiency as of late wasn't adequate, Nokia just took yet another hit. Damian Dinning has decided to leave the firm productive November 30.

Dinning started out working at Nokia in April 2004 and took the role as the company's lead program manager for Imaging Knowledge and worked closely on devices like the Nokia 808 PureView and Lumia 920. Reportedly, the news of his leaving came as a shock to Nokia's execs.
Here's what Nokia UK have responded to

GM AIMS TO Build 500,000 ELECTRIC-Technologies Automobiles A YEAR

By Ben Klayman, Reuters - GM has produced rolling out vehicles with electrical technologies -- such as its eAssist technique that boosts fuel efficiency in gasoline-powered cars -- a central part of its global technique, global product development chief Mary Barra told reporters."Our plans contact for making up to 500,000 automobiles annually with some type of electrification globally by 2017," she mentioned through satellite.That would be slightly much more than five percent of GM's global

Damian Dinning leaves Nokia productive November 30

As if the poor industry efficiency as of late wasn't enough, Nokia just took yet another hit. Damian Dinning has decided to leave the business successful November 30.

Dinning began working at Nokia in April 2004 and took the role as the company's lead plan manager for Imaging Experience and worked closely on devices like the Nokia 808 PureView and Lumia 920. Reportedly, the news of his leaving came as a shock to Nokia's execs.
Here's what Nokia UK have responded to AmateurPhotographer's

GM AIMS TO Build 500,000 ELECTRIC-Technologies Automobiles A YEAR

By Ben Klayman, Reuters - GM has produced rolling out cars with electrical technology -- including its eAssist method that boosts fuel efficiency in gasoline-powered cars -- a central portion of its worldwide strategy, worldwide product development chief Mary Barra told reporters."Our plans contact for creating up to 500,000 cars annually with some form of electrification globally by 2017," she mentioned through satellite.That would be slightly more than five percent of GM's global sales final

GM AIMS TO Develop 500,000 ELECTRIC-Engineering Vehicles A YEAR

By Ben Klayman, Reuters - GM has made rolling out cars with electrical engineering -- like its eAssist method that boosts fuel effectiveness in gasoline-powered automobiles -- a central component of its worldwide strategy, international item improvement chief Mary Barra told reporters."Our plans get in touch with for producing up to 500,000 automobiles annually with some type of electrification globally by 2017," she said by way of satellite.That would be slightly a lot more than five percent

Damian Dinning leaves Nokia efficient November 30

As if the poor market place performance as of late wasn't enough, Nokia just took another hit. Damian Dinning has decided to leave the organization efficient November 30.

Dinning started working at Nokia in April 2004 and took the function as the company's lead system manager for Imaging Encounter and worked closely on devices like the Nokia 808 PureView and Lumia 920. Reportedly, the news of his leaving came as a shock to Nokia's execs.
Here's what Nokia UK have responded to

GM AIMS TO Construct 500,000 ELECTRIC-Technologies Automobiles A YEAR

By Ben Klayman, Reuters - GM has created rolling out cars with electrical engineering -- which includes its eAssist system that boosts fuel efficiency in gasoline-powered cars -- a central component of its worldwide approach, international item development chief Mary Barra told reporters."Our plans get in touch with for creating up to 500,000 cars annually with some form of electrification globally by 2017," she stated by way of satellite.That would be slightly much more than 5 percent of GM's

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Samsung Stratosphere II goes on sale in the US

The Samsung Stratosphere II has quietly gone on sale in the US with out much fanfare. The telephone is available on Verizon on a two year contract for $ 129.99.
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The Samsung Stratosphere II has a 4-inch, 800 x 480 resolution Super AMOLED display, 1.2GHz dual-core processor, 8GB memory with microSD card slot, 5 megapixel rear camera with 720p video recording, 1.3 megapixel front facing camera, LTE connectivity, 1,800mAh battery and a five-line slide-out QWERTY keypad. The telephone runs on

Thursday, November 22, 2012

Nokia Lumia 820 review: Backup squad

GSMArena team, 22 November 2012.
Introduction
Back up against the wall, Nokia looks to the launch of the very first Windows Phone 8 smartphones as a make or break moment. It’s not vital for the Lumia 820 and Lumia 920 to grow to be bestsellers, but it’s definitely vital that they convince users of Microsoft’s mobile platform's possible.
Nokia Lumia 820 official pictures
Android and iOS made brief operate of Windows Phone 7 and had it relegated to an also-ran. Now, one particular factor

New Cadillac ATS 3.6 vs. BMW 335i and Mercedes C350 in MT's 6-Cylinder Rematch

Like the VW Golf, the BMW three-Series has been dominant for so lengthy, shrugging off one newcomer right after one more, that it virtually defined the premium compact sports sedan segment.
This, of program, tends to make it not only harder for BMW engineers to come up with anything better each time there is a replacement due, but it also tends to make it the vehicle all rivaling suppliers have set as their benchmark.
Cadillac has created quite a fuss about its new ATS being a bona-fide,

Nokia Lumia 820 overview: Backup squad

GSMArena group, 22 November 2012.
Introduction
Back up against the wall, Nokia looks to the launch of the very first Windows Telephone eight smartphones as a make or break moment. It is not vital for the Lumia 820 and Lumia 920 to turn into bestsellers, but it is definitely important that they convince customers of Microsoft’s mobile platform's prospective.
Nokia Lumia 820 official photos
Android and iOS produced short work of Windows Telephone 7 and had it relegated to an also-ran. Now, a

Happy Thanksgiving!

This year has been a wild one so far hasn't it. With all of the build up to the elections, the benefits of the elections, and the resulting news of corporate layoffs that look to slowly be spreading via large businesses that have been about all of my life. Yet, as our folks here at home are starting to see hard instances in a lot of locations, we still have our military servicemen and ladies overseas doing their jobs too. Let us be in prayer for all of those in need to have,

Samsung expected to sell some 60 million smartphones in Q4

Samsung has progressively turn into a a single-cease-shop for Android smartphones, with devices available in nearly every single conceivable selection for virtually any price range. It's no real shocker that it is the number a single smartphone manufacturer globally, and will probably continue to hold the lion's share of the pie for some time to come.

UBS economic analytics estimate that some 61.five million units will be sold in the final three month period of 2012. This will mark the

Pleased Thanksgiving!

This year has been a wild one so far hasn't it. With all of the create up to the elections, the results of the elections, and the resulting news of corporate layoffs that appear to slowly be spreading by way of significant organizations that have been close to all of my life. Yet, as our people here at house are beginning to see hard times in a lot of areas, we still have our military servicemen and girls abroad carrying out their jobs also. Let us be in prayer for all of those

Clearer Meizu MX2 pictures leak, show its thin profile

The Meizu MX2 has appeared in a fresh batch of leaked pictures. This time the photographs are clearer than ahead of and we can get a excellent look at the front.
The device looks sleeker than its predecessor and seems really thin. The front is entirely covered in glass with what looks like a front facing camera at the bottom (or possibly a LED or home button).
We already know for a truth that the Meizu MX2 will be unveiled on November 27. We hear it will boast a 4.4" screen possibly obtaining

Wednesday, November 21, 2012

Evo Performance Automobile of the Year 2012: The Track Battle Video

When the year draws to its finish, 1 thing you can be certain of is that you’ll be hearing, reading and watching a lot of “Car of the Year” memos. At some point, it really gets also considerably since every person and their aunt think that they really should crown a COTY.
It’s a totally free globe, or most of it at least since there’s no North Korean COTY as far as we know, so everyone’s entitled to his/her opinion.
Even although the image under may possibly look like it’s

Clearer Meizu MX2 photos leak, show its thin profile

The Meizu MX2 has appeared in a fresh batch of leaked pictures. This time the pictures are clearer than before and we can get a very good search at the front.
The device looks sleeker than its predecessor and appears really thin. The front is completely covered in glass with what looks like a front facing camera at the bottom (or possibly a LED or house button).
We currently know for a reality that the Meizu MX2 will be unveiled on November 27. We hear it will boast a four.4" screen possibly

Dow Launches New Phosphate Material For Improved Battery Performance

Dow Energy Supplies, a enterprise unit of The Dow Chemical Company, has developed a new phosphate-based battery material, Lithium Manganese Iron Phosphate (LMFP), which increases power density by ten to 15 percent in battery cells. As a result, this engineering can allow power storage systems to weigh less and demand fewer cells, which in turn can decrease expense.
"Power density is the largest single aspect affecting electric vehicle (EV) battery overall performance," said David Klanecky,

Clearer Meizu MX2 photos leak, show its thin profile

The Meizu MX2 has appeared in a fresh batch of leaked images. This time the photos are clearer than before and we can get a excellent look at the front.
The device looks sleeker than its predecessor and appears really thin. The front is completely covered in glass with what looks like a front facing camera at the bottom (or possibly a LED or house button).
We currently know for a fact that the Meizu MX2 will be unveiled on November 27. We hear it will boast a 4.four" screen possibly obtaining

Renault Delays Zoe EV Launch So It Will not Steal New Clio 4’s Thunder

Renault’s Chief Operating Officer Carlos Tavares has confirmed that the French car manufacturer has set a CO2 fleet emissions target under one hundred g/km in 2016 and below 80 g/km in 2020, when he estimates that electric autos will account for 10 percent of its solution portfolio.
The Zoe EV is a B-segment auto that, in Tavares’ own words, “is nearly not possible to go back to internal combustion right after driving it. We are confident in its accomplishment and impatient to launch

Clearer Meizu MX2 images leak, show its thin profile

The Meizu MX2 has appeared in a fresh batch of leaked photos. This time the photographs are clearer than just before and we can get a very good look at the front.
The device looks sleeker than its predecessor and appears extremely thin. The front is completely covered in glass with what looks like a front facing camera at the bottom (or possibly a LED or home button).
We already know for a fact that the Meizu MX2 will be unveiled on November 27. We hear it will boast a 4.four" screen possibly

Nissan LEAF Updated with Improved Range Reduce Price tag [VIDEO]

Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. these days announced the release in Japan of the updated Nissan LEAF, which has received a number of enhancements. The all-electric LEAF is in its second iteration and is now readily available at Nissan dealers nationwide.
The Nissan LEAF is the quantity one selling EV in the globe. Since its debut in December 2010, much more than 43,000 drivers close to the world have chosen the LEAF. By buying a single, owners are making a individual contribution to help produce a

HTC DROID DNA launches on Verizon today, $199 on contract

The HTC DROID DNA, the manufacturer's very first US smartphone with a 1080p screen, has turn out to be obtainable by way of Verizon Wireless online and retail outlets these days, just as promised.
The device will set you back $ 199 on a two-year contract or you could opt to get it dedication-free of charge for $ 599. It really is readily available starting nowadays from each Verzion's web site and its brick and mortar retailers at the exact same value so it's up to you to make a decision how

Jolla Sailfish OS detailed, demoed on video

The guys from Jolla held an official launch occasion for their Sailfish mobile OS and showcased the platform to the general public. The company has currently signed offers with ST-Ericsson for the chipsets that will energy its future smartphones, and with the Finnish carrier DNA, who will be providing them.
The successor of Meego promises unrivaled multitasking capabilities, and packs fairly a handful of cool new functions. We’ll start off off with the official promo video, which shows the

Apple iGo is a Style Study for an Autonomous Transportation System

In 2000, Apple was a laptop or computer manufacturer. These days, it nevertheless churns out a lot more-fashionable-than-ever iMacs and MacBooks, but it has become a considerably bigger entity dominating the digital music player, wise phone and tablet markets.
So, now that the iPod, iPhone and iPad have become a component of our everyday lives, perhaps it’s time for the organization to move on. To what, you might ask?
Shane Baxley, who holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Transportation

DCT4 Nokia Flash File

Nokia flash file using the mobile phone of Nokia Flash. Flash is a type of software systems that are used to update the system software on your phone. If you need to update the firmware on the phone or removed, and there is some problem with the software on the phone, you have to restart the firmware, there are usually four kinds of flash file Nokia:

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Samsung to show an eight-core huge.Little chipset next year

Samsung is rumored to put a quad Cortex-A15 CPU inside the Galaxy S IV with the Exynos 5450 chipset, but EETimes is reporting that the Korean firm has a a lot more fascinating chipset in the works - the first 1 to use ARM's big.Tiny engineering.
This tech pairs a quantity of powerful Cortex-A15 cores with the identical number of low-energy Cortex-A7 cores (equivalent to NVIDIA's fifth core in Tegra 3). The chipset seamlessly switches amongst the high and low energy cores depending on the load

Tuesday, November 20, 2012

Apple iGo is a Style Research for an Autonomous Transportation Technique

In 2000, Apple was a computer manufacturer. Right now, it nonetheless churns out far more-fashionable-than-ever iMacs and MacBooks, but it has become a considerably bigger entity dominating the digital music player, wise telephone and tablet markets.
So, now that the iPod, iPhone and iPad have turn into a portion of our everyday lives, perhaps it is time for the company to move on. To what, you may ask?
Shane Baxley, who holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Transportation Style from the

Samsung to show an eight-core big.Tiny chipset next year

Samsung is rumored to put a quad Cortex-A15 CPU inside the Galaxy S IV with the Exynos 5450 chipset, but EETimes is reporting that the Korean business has a a lot more fascinating chipset in the performs - the very first a single to use ARM's huge.Small engineering.
This tech pairs a quantity of effective Cortex-A15 cores with the same quantity of low-energy Cortex-A7 cores (similar to NVIDIA's fifth core in Tegra 3). The chipset seamlessly switches amongst the high and low energy cores

Nissan LEAF Updated with Enhanced Range Lower Value [VIDEO]

Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. right now announced the release in Japan of the updated Nissan LEAF, which has received a quantity of enhancements. The all-electric LEAF is in its second iteration and is now available at Nissan dealers nationwide.
The Nissan LEAF is the quantity 1 selling EV in the globe. Because its debut in December 2010, a lot more than 43,000 drivers around the world have selected the LEAF. By purchasing a single, owners are creating a individual contribution to assist create a

Samsung to show an 8-core massive.Little chipset subsequent year

Samsung is rumored to place a quad Cortex-A15 CPU inside the Galaxy S IV with the Exynos 5450 chipset, but EETimes is reporting that the Korean company has a far more interesting chipset in the works - the 1st 1 to use ARM's large.Small technologies.
This tech pairs a quantity of powerful Cortex-A15 cores with the exact same quantity of low-power Cortex-A7 cores (related to NVIDIA's fifth core in Tegra 3). The chipset seamlessly switches in between the high and low power cores depending on the

Samsung to show an eight-core massive.Small chipset next year

Samsung is rumored to put a quad Cortex-A15 CPU inside the Galaxy S IV with the Exynos 5450 chipset, but EETimes is reporting that the Korean organization has a much more intriguing chipset in the works - the initial one particular to use ARM's huge.Small technology.
This tech pairs a quantity of powerful Cortex-A15 cores with the identical number of low-energy Cortex-A7 cores (related to NVIDIA's fifth core in Tegra 3). The chipset seamlessly switches among the higher and low energy cores

See Anything Incorrect with this Picture? Come on, Appear Closer…

We're going to assume that you will not have a problem taking your sweet time to discover out what is wrong with the snapshot from Intense Racing's video of Playboy Model Jesse Preston riding a Ferrari 458 Italia throughout a recent drift event in Las Vegas.
But to answer the query we posed, it is all about the positioning of the seatbelt and the use of a safety helmet, as pointed out by a number of YouTube commentators including one particular who goes by the alias "TheWereBot", who wrote:

Samsung to show an 8-core big.Tiny chipset subsequent year

Samsung is rumored to place a quad Cortex-A15 CPU inside the Galaxy S IV with the Exynos 5450 chipset, but EETimes is reporting that the Korean company has a far more intriguing chipset in the performs - the first a single to use ARM's big.Small engineering.
This tech pairs a quantity of effective Cortex-A15 cores with the same number of low-energy Cortex-A7 cores (equivalent to NVIDIA's fifth core in Tegra 3). The chipset seamlessly switches among the high and low energy cores dependent on the

GM AIMS TO Build 500,000 ELECTRIC-Technologies Autos A YEAR

By Ben Klayman, Reuters - GM has made rolling out cars with electrical technology -- such as its eAssist system that boosts fuel effectiveness in gasoline-powered vehicles -- a central component of its worldwide strategy, global solution development chief Mary Barra told reporters."Our plans contact for creating up to 500,000 cars annually with some type of electrification globally by 2017," she said by way of satellite.That would be slightly more than five percent of GM's global sales final

Samsung to show an 8-core huge.Tiny chipset subsequent year

Samsung is rumored to put a quad Cortex-A15 CPU inside the Galaxy S IV with the Exynos 5450 chipset, but EETimes is reporting that the Korean business has a far more interesting chipset in the functions - the first one to use ARM's massive.Tiny engineering.
This tech pairs a number of potent Cortex-A15 cores with the very same number of low-power Cortex-A7 cores (similar to NVIDIA's fifth core in Tegra 3). The chipset seamlessly switches between the higher and low energy cores dependent on the

Rumors: Galaxy S IV to have 13MP camera, quad-core A15 CPU

The Samsung Galaxy S IV rumors are heating up - the

Microsoft Surface evaluation: Ripples of change

GSMArena group, 19 November 2012.
Introduction
Possessing powered something from individual media players to enterprise servers, Redmond once once more has a tiny something to contact its own. It need to wish it really is bigger than the Xbox and confident hopes no 1 remembers the Kin telephone.
The Microsoft Surface will have to be some thing specific to be in a position to compete with both droids and iPads, as properly as tablets created by Redmond's companion-OEMs. It really is crunch time

Monday, November 19, 2012

Microsoft Surface evaluation: Ripples of modify

GSMArena group, 19 November 2012.
Introduction
Having powered something from personal media players to enterprise servers, Redmond once once more has a little anything to call its own. It ought to wish it is larger than the Xbox and sure hopes no a single remembers the Kin phone.
The Microsoft Surface will have to be anything specific to be in a position to compete with both droids and iPads, as effectively as tablets created by Redmond's companion-OEMs. It is crunch time for Microsoft and

Toyota Vios Collects a Not So Friendly Bump from a Lexus RX

1 of the worst things that can happen to a driver travelling on a highway is for 1 or more cars to suddenly slow down in front, as not all motorists preserve a protected distance from every other nor do they always pay interest to what's going on ahead of them.
In this occasion, a group of automobiles slowed down on a highway located close to New Taipei in northern Taiwan, with a Lexus RX smashing into the rear end of a Toyota Vios sedan, sending it violently across the road.
Following

Microsoft Surface assessment: Ripples of adjust

GSMArena team, 19 November 2012.
Introduction
Having powered anything from individual media players to enterprise servers, Redmond once again has a little anything to contact its personal. It need to wish it's bigger than the Xbox and positive hopes no one particular remembers the Kin telephone.
The Microsoft Surface will have to be one thing particular to be able to compete with both droids and iPads, as well as tablets created by Redmond's companion-OEMs. It really is crunch time for

Microsoft Surface assessment: Ripples of modify

GSMArena group, 19 November 2012.
Introduction
Having powered anything from personal media players to enterprise servers, Redmond once once again has a tiny something to get in touch with its own. It need to wish it's bigger than the Xbox and positive hopes no one particular remembers the Kin telephone.
The Microsoft Surface will have to be something specific to be able to compete with each droids and iPads, as well as tablets made by Redmond's companion-OEMs. It's crunch time for Microsoft and

WIN A STEP2 CORVETTE BED AND DRESSER

By John Neff, Autoblog.com - If you're like us, you watched Silver Spoons with envy growing up. Ricky Schroder lived in a mansion that was lined with toys, and the item we coveted most was his race automobile bed. Do not say we never ever produced your dreams come correct, because this week we're giving away a Step2 Corvette Twin Bed with operating lights and matching Corvette Dresser!Step2 is a firm that tends to make all manner of injection molded plastic goods for the kid in your

La Fleur Galaxy S III, S Duos, Ace two and Ace Duos on the way

The La Fleur brand is no news for Samsung. It is been carrying out those editions since the end of 2009. The restricted-edition phones are not quite widespread or well-known, but they've usually enjoyed excellent reception from the ladies out there.
So right here come the new La Fleur phones, all of them operating on Android OS – the Galaxy S III, Galaxy S Duos, Galaxy Ace Duos and Galaxy Ace two.
All of them will come in the usual colors – white or pink with some extra flower decoration

Amazon provides discount off AT&T Lumia 920, 820 and HTC 8X

Amazon US just put up some excellent deals for three of the new Windows Phone 8-powered smartphones in the states. You can get the AT&T’s Nokia Lumia 920, Nokia Lumia 820 or HTC Windows Phone 8X at half their original asking value.
AT&T is charging $ 99.99 for the Lumia 920 on a 2-year contract, while Amazon is providing you the flagship smartphone for $ 69.99 (previously $ 49.99). The Lumia 820 goes for $ 49.99 in the AT&T outlets, whilst Amazon desires just $ .01 for

ZTE Grand X Pro press image breaks loose

ZTE may possibly have just announced a bunch of new phones, but it seems there is even a lot more cooking in its labs. A leaked image supposedly shows the Grand X Pro – the ZTE’s next flagship.
ZTE Grand X Pro
It looks genuinely cool and appears to be operating an nearly vanilla Android OS.
There is nothing at all far more coming with this pic, but because the prior Grand X LTE announced this summer runs on a dual-core Krait, we guess the Grand X Pro may possibly introduce the quad-core

Sunday, November 18, 2012

Finally! I made an Android App!!

Ok, so I know it really is a tiny accomplishment but tonight I produced my first Android app! I haven't programmed something because 2003, so I am relearning all more than once more. Using support from YouTube (Checkout Lecture Snippets on YouTube). He has some pretty wonderful videos on his channel.

Essentially, it is 1 screen with some fundamental text, a button, and an empty text box. When the button is clicked, the text box is filled with a canned message. Like I

ZTE announces four new phones: Grand Era, V790, V887, V889M

ZTE not too long ago held a press occasion in Russia and thanks to fellow journalists there, we've got the scoop of the most recent devices in the manufacturer's lineup.
The company's leading brass did not miss the occasion to remind us they are now the 4th biggest telephone manufacturer in the globe. Even more, they claim that if sales continue like this, they would conquer the 3rd spot by 2015.
As usual, most of the new handsets are mostly low-cost devices, but nevertheless proper Android

ZTE announces 4 new phones: Grand Era, V790, V887, V889M

ZTE not too long ago held a press occasion in Russia and thanks to fellow journalists there, we've got the scoop of the latest devices in the manufacturer's lineup.
The company's top brass did not miss the occasion to remind us they are now the 4th biggest telephone manufacturer in the world. Even much more, they claim that if sales continue like this, they would conquer the 3rd spot by 2015.
As usual, most of the new handsets are mostly low cost devices, but nonetheless proper Android

Saturday, November 17, 2012

BMW i: A Window Into The Near Future [VIDEO]

The BMW i Window Into The Near Future digitally transforms passing vehicles into the all-electric BMW i3 and plug-in hybrid BMW i8 Idea vehicles — and showcases our vision for the future of mobility.
The window also calculates how much income would be saved and how a lot of tons of CO2 emissions we can minimize annually if each transformed automobile were all-electric.
See the window in individual at 42nd Street and 6th Avenue, across from Bryant Park in NYC, now by way of midnight,

Customer Reports very first drive of the Tesla Model S [VIDEO]

Tesla from the ground-up, this all-electric luxury sedan pushes boundaries and challenges traditional thinking.
Consumer Reports checks it out at the test

Lenovo working on Android smartphone with 1080p display

After Oppo, HTC and Sharp, it's Lenovo's turn to release an Android-based smartphone with a 1080p display. We don't actually know significantly about this telephone, including it's name, but a couple of screenshots from the phone have surfaced online.

These screenshots reveal that the device indeed has a 1080p resolution. They also display that the phone supports dual-SIM cards and that it is operating Lenovo's custom skin on best of Android.
It is being mentioned that the telephone is in its

LG F240 leaks via GLBenchmark, sports a full HD screen

LG's answer to the 1080p screen touting HTC DROID DNA has leaked thanks to GLBenchmark's web site. Codenamed the LG F240, the device is reported to sport a similarly spec'd display with a 1920 x 1080 pixels resolution.

According to its benchmark final results, the LG F240 utilizes the muscle of an 1.5GHz quad-core Snapdragon S4 Pro processor coupled with an Adreno 320 GPU. The same raw power is found in the HTC DROID DNA, as well.
Display size, RAM and internal memory have just been in depth,

LG Optimus G for AT&T and Sprint review: Double effect

GSMArena group, 16 November 2012.
Introduction
With the dust barely settled after the Korean LG Optimus G's run about out review track, we have its LTE packing, US siblings on our hands. The LG Optimus G E970 for AT&T and its LS970 relative for Sprint are the two versions which are offered across the Atlantic. Thankfully, the wait for their arrival wasn't lengthy at all - LG pulled off a launch which looked a lot like what Samsung did with the Galaxy SIII earlier this year.
LG Optimus G

LG Optimus G for AT&T and Sprint evaluation: Double effect

GSMArena group, 16 November 2012.
Introduction
With the dust barely settled immediately after the Korean LG Optimus G's run about out review track, we have its LTE packing, US siblings on our hands. The LG Optimus G E970 for AT&T and its LS970 relative for Sprint are the two versions which are made available across the Atlantic. Thankfully, the wait for their arrival wasn't extended at all - LG pulled off a launch which looked a lot like what Samsung did with the Galaxy SIII earlier this

Watch the Devastating Effects of a Truck's Tire Exploding on a Taiwanese Highway

Most of the instances, when we feel of a tire problem, our mind automatically goes to a flat, which is indeed a routine difficulty that can be quickly fixed. This can be accomplished either by pulling more than to the side of the road and swapping it with a spare, or in the case you roll on run-flats, by driving to a nearby tire shop.
A flat is 1 thing, but a tire blowout or explosion is a totally various and considerably, considerably much more dangerous scenario altogether, even more so

LG Optimus G for AT&T and Sprint evaluation: Double impact

GSMArena team, 16 November 2012.
Introduction
With the dust barely settled immediately after the Korean LG Optimus G's run around out review track, we have its LTE packing, US siblings on our hands. The LG Optimus G E970 for AT&T and its LS970 relative for Sprint are the two versions which are supplied across the Atlantic. Thankfully, the wait for their arrival wasn't extended at all - LG pulled off a launch which looked a lot like what Samsung did with the Galaxy SIII earlier this year.

Friday, November 16, 2012

LG Optimus G for AT&T and Sprint evaluation: Double effect

GSMArena team, 16 November 2012.
Introduction
With the dust barely settled right after the Korean LG Optimus G's run around out evaluation track, we have its LTE packing, US siblings on our hands. The LG Optimus G E970 for AT&T and its LS970 relative for Sprint are the two versions which are supplied across the Atlantic. Thankfully, the wait for their arrival wasn't extended at all - LG pulled off a launch which looked a lot like what Samsung did with the Galaxy SIII earlier this year.

LG Optimus G for AT&T and Sprint review: Double effect

GSMArena team, 16 November 2012.
Introduction
With the dust barely settled after the Korean LG Optimus G's run around out review track, we have its LTE packing, US siblings on our hands. The LG Optimus G E970 for AT&T and its LS970 relative for Sprint are the two versions which are offered across the Atlantic. Thankfully, the wait for their arrival wasn't lengthy at all - LG pulled off a launch which looked a lot like what Samsung did with the Galaxy SIII earlier this year.
LG Optimus G

LG Optimus G for AT&T and Sprint assessment: Double effect

GSMArena group, 16 November 2012.
Introduction
With the dust barely settled right after the Korean LG Optimus G's run around out review track, we have its LTE packing, US siblings on our hands. The LG Optimus G E970 for AT&T and its LS970 relative for Sprint are the two versions which are provided across the Atlantic. Thankfully, the wait for their arrival wasn't long at all - LG pulled off a launch which looked a lot like what Samsung did with the Galaxy SIII earlier this year.
LG

LG Optimus G for AT&T and Sprint overview: Double influence

GSMArena group, 16 November 2012.
Introduction
With the dust barely settled after the Korean LG Optimus G's run about out assessment track, we have its LTE packing, US siblings on our hands. The LG Optimus G E970 for AT&T and its LS970 relative for Sprint are the two versions which are made available across the Atlantic. Thankfully, the wait for their arrival wasn't long at all - LG pulled off a launch which looked a lot like what Samsung did with the Galaxy SIII earlier this year.
LG

1966 Batmobile Replica and Original 1966 Yamaha Batcycle Listed for Sale Together

We might be approaching the 50th anniversary of the campy 1966 Batman tv series with Adam West as Batman and Burt Ward as Robin, but there's still a lot of interest about the show and its mechanical stars like the famed Batmobile and to a much lesser extent, the Batcycle.
The original 1966 Batmobile based on the 1954 Lincoln Futura Concept remains in the hands of its creator, George Barris, but over the years, numerous fanatics have built replicas of the auto (see CarScoop's ride in one

Rumor: Samsung to show a 4.99" 1080p Super AMOLED at CES

This year is coming to an finish, which implies 1 thing - subsequent year's CES and MWC are near! This also means the "Firm X will launch Y" rumors are heating up, such as the rumor of a 1080p Super AMOLED display from Samsung.
We've heard the rumor already but the new chatter adds a lot more specifics to the story - a 4.99" Super AMOLED display with 1080p resolution and 441ppi pixel density.
The first phones to use a 5" 1080p display are currently available in some markets, but they rely on

Thursday, November 15, 2012

HTC Deluxe press image leaks out, causes excitement

For those of you who have been questioning when will the worldwide version of the Verizon exclusive HTC DROID DNA grow to be official, we have some fantastic news. A press shot of the HTC Deluxe has created its way to Twitter. The but to be announced smartphone will be the internationally readily available relative of the 5" 1080p display sporting HTC beast for Verizon Wireless.
There is no data on when will the HTC Deluxe turn out to be official. We doubt nonetheless that it will be a

Huawei Ascend W2 is a high-end Windows Phone, pics leak

Huawei is but to announce any phone, operating the most recent Windows Phone 8. Nonetheless no less than two of their smartphone are creating the world wide web rounds thanks to different leaks.
The Huawei W1 was leaked even just before Windows Telephone 8 launched. The freshly leaked W2 nonetheless, has a larger (almost certainly higher res) screen. There is also an eight megapixel camera on the back capable of shooting FullHD videos.
Huawei W2
Unfortunately, besides the home-created

Nexus 7 with HSPA+ sells out on Google Play as well

The AT&T version of the Nexus 7 with cellular information has sold out just two days following appearing on the Google Play Retailer.
Though it did not get as much publicity, the Nexus 7 with Mobile data was released alongside the new Nexus 4 smartphone and Nexus 10 tablet. As you may recall, the Nexus four and Nexus ten saw some unprecedented demand, as both devices sold out within an hour.
The Nexus 7 tablet created its debut alongside Android 4.1 Jelly Bean in July of this year at the

Android and Samsung build on their market place shares in Q3 2012

Android's industry share elevated substantially in the course of the third quarter of 2012, with the Google OS powering 72.4% of all smartphones sold in the 3 months' period. Apple's iOS came a extremely distant second with a market share of 13.9%.
This is an outstanding accomplishment for Google's mobile OS, contemplating Android's market share was 52.5% in Q3 of 2011.
Samsung saw its position as the leading mobile manufacturer boost to 22.9% after promoting almost 100 million phones in the 3

Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Android and Samsung construct on their marketplace shares in Q3 2012

Android's industry share improved considerably throughout the third quarter of 2012, with the Google OS powering 72.four% of all smartphones sold in the three months' period. Apple's iOS came a extremely distant second with a marketplace share of 13.9%.
This is an outstanding accomplishment for Google's mobile OS, considering Android's market share was 52.5% in Q3 of 2011.
Samsung saw its position as the leading mobile manufacturer enhance to 22.9% immediately after promoting nearly one

GM EXPANDS MILITARY DISCOUNT

By Common Motors - To commemorate Veterans Day, General Motors is expanding its military discount and welcoming a retired member of the Tuskegee Airmen to Friday's joint UAW Neighborhood 160 Veterans Committee and GM Veterans Affinity Group ceremonies at the GM Technical Center in Warren, Mich.Previously accessible only to active duty, reservists, retired service members and their spouses, GM has broadened the discount system -- effectie immediately - to consist of veterans inside a year

Android and Samsung construct on their marketplace shares in Q3 2012

Android's marketplace share improved substantially for the duration of the third quarter of 2012, with the Google OS powering 72.4% of all smartphones sold in the 3 months' period. Apple's iOS came a really distant second with a market place share of 13.9%.
This is an outstanding accomplishment for Google's mobile OS, considering Android's market share was 52.five% in Q3 of 2011.
Samsung saw its position as the leading mobile manufacturer increase to 22.9% following selling practically 100

Android and Samsung construct on their industry shares in Q3 2012

Android's marketplace share enhanced considerably throughout the third quarter of 2012, with the Google OS powering 72.four% of all smartphones sold in the 3 months' period. Apple's iOS came a very distant second with a market place share of 13.9%.
This is an outstanding accomplishment for Google's mobile OS, thinking about Android's marketplace share was 52.five% in Q3 of 2011.
Samsung saw its position as the leading mobile manufacturer enhance to 22.9% right after promoting almost 100

Android and Samsung construct on their market place shares in Q3 2012

Android's industry share improved significantly for the duration of the third quarter of 2012, with the Google OS powering 72.four% of all smartphones sold in the three months' period. Apple's iOS came a really distant second with a industry share of 13.9%.
This is an impressive accomplishment for Google's mobile OS, considering Android's industry share was 52.5% in Q3 of 2011.
Samsung saw its position as the major mobile manufacturer increase to 22.9% after selling practically 100 million

Chevrolet to Debut Spark EV at LA Auto Show [VIDEO]

Chevrolet will unveil the plug-in electric version of the brand’s popular new Spark mini vehicle at the Los Angeles Auto Show later this month.
The company previously confirmed the vehicle will feature a lithium-ion battery and an electric motor that generates 114 bhp (85 kW). The Spark EV will be sold in "restricted quantities" in choose U.S. and worldwide markets.
“The Spark EV and subsequent-generation of MyLink demonstrate Chevrolet’s dedication to delivering the sophisticated

Chevrolet to Debut Spark EV at LA Auto Display [VIDEO]

Chevrolet will unveil the plug-in electric version of the brand’s popular new Spark mini vehicle at the Los Angeles Auto Display later this month.
The organization previously confirmed the auto will function a lithium-ion battery and an electric motor that produces 114 bhp (85 kW). The Spark EV will be sold in "restricted quantities" in select U.S. and worldwide markets.
“The Spark EV and subsequent-generation of MyLink demonstrate Chevrolet’s commitment to delivering the advanced

Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Aww, Is not That Cute? Gazoo Builds a Actual-Life Mini Version of the Toyota GT 86 / Scion FR-S

Any person bear in mind the craze more than the comically-seeking mini supercars produced with the aid of photoshop and various other image editing programs from a couple of years back?
Following a gazillion distinct style ideas of any automobile you can believe of, the fad passed and we all moved on, or so we thought, as somebody over at Toyota's racing and efficiency partner Gazoo recently had a moment of zen providing it yet another go.
Thoughts you, we're not talking about a digital

HTC DROID DNA preview: 1st appear

GSMArena group, 13 November 2012.
HTC is getting a challenging time competing at the highest level of the smartphone marketplace lately, but its most recent smartphone may well be what was needed to turn the tables. The all-caps name of the HTC DROID DNA is, for as soon as, effectively deserved as this is definitely one particular of the most thrilling smartphones we have seen lately.
HTC DROID DNA official image
On paper the DROID DNA is the strongest candidate for the smartphone of the season

HTC DROID DNA preview: Initial appear

GSMArena team, 13 November 2012.
HTC is obtaining a hard time competing at the highest level of the smartphone market place lately, but its most current smartphone may well be what was needed to turn the tables. The all-caps name of the HTC DROID DNA is, for when, properly deserved as this is surely one particular of the most exciting smartphones we have noticed lately.
HTC DROID DNA official image
On paper the DROID DNA is the strongest candidate for the smartphone of the season title.
The

HTC DROID DNA preview: Very first appear

GSMArena team, 13 November 2012.
HTC is getting a difficult time competing at the highest level of the smartphone market place lately, but its newest smartphone may well be what was required to turn the tables. The all-caps name of the HTC DROID DNA is, for after, nicely deserved as this is undoubtedly a single of the most thrilling smartphones we have noticed lately.
HTC DROID DNA official image
On paper the DROID DNA is the strongest candidate for the smartphone of the season title.
The

Very best Spy Shots But of the All-New 2014 BMW 4-Series Coupe

The F30-generation of BMW's common 3-Series Coupe, which from what we have heard, will most likely be renamed to the four-Series, has been caught out in the open wearing very tiny camouflage - at least when compared to preceding prototypes.
Our scoop photographer tells us that the F32 4-Series Coupe was captured in BMW's residence town of Munich in Germany, although it was getting loaded to a truck for an "internal presentation", though, we could not independently confirm this at the time

HTC DROID DNA hands-on: First appear

GSMArena group, 13 November 2012.
HTC is possessing a hard time competing at the highest level of the smartphone industry lately, but its newest smartphone may well be what was necessary to turn the tables. The all-caps name of the HTC DROID DNA is, for when, properly deserved as this is definitely 1 of the most thrilling smartphones we have noticed lately.
HTC DROID DNA official picture
On paper the DROID DNA is the strongest candidate for the smartphone of the season title.
The defining

McLaren to provide Formula E engines, transmissions and electronics

McLaren will provide engines, transmissions and electronics to the Formula E electric championship.
The Woking-based squad will work with the newly-produced Spark Racing Engineering organization to prepare the automobiles that will participate in the championship, which is to be launched in 2014.
Spark Racing Technologies will be portion of a consortium of international investors that will produce and assemble cars for the series.
The firm will be led by Frederic Vasseur, group boss of the

Monday, November 12, 2012

HTC One particular X+ and A single VX will hit AT&T on November 16

Correct immediately after it spilled the beans on the Samsung Galaxy Camera, AT&T announced pricing and retail availability of the HTC One particular X+ and One particular VX. The duo of LTE smartphones will be available on November 16, priced at $ 199.99 for the HTC One X+, and $ 49.99 for its entry-level sibling.
The HTC One particular X+ surely has its operate cut out – the device will enter the most competitive segment in the US smartphone marketplace. With quad-core NVIDIA Tegra

Samsung Galaxy Camera gets priced in the United States

AT&T announced pricing and availability of the Samsung Galaxy Camera. The point-and-shoot snapper with Android smartphone underpinnings will be readily available for acquire on November 16 for $ 499.99. The value tag will stay the identical with or without having an AT&T data strategy.

Five hundred bucks will get you a super-vivid 16MP backside illuminated CMOS sensor and quad-core CPU. Android four.1 Jelly Bean and a four.8 Super LCD display with HD resolution will aid you in viewing,

Samsung Galaxy Premier evaluation: A droid of stature

GSMArena group, 12 November 2012.
Introduction
Spreading the Galaxy S III magic to as several market segments as feasible is what Samsung is actively attempting to accomplish these days. Immediately after the power users were treated to the Note II and those seeking for a premium knowledge in a compact shell got the mini, it is now time for the mid-range marketplace to get some consideration.
Samsung Galaxy Premier official pictures
The Samsung Galaxy Premier specs sheet is familiar with the

Apple could get $6 to $8 for every single smartphone HTC sells

A new ten year patent licensing deal came in effect two days ago in between Apple and HTC. Even so specifics on what the positive aspects for either side might be weren't offered at the time.
Shaw Wu, analyst at Sterne Agee, reckons Apple could be creating amongst $ 6 and $ 8 per sold HTC smartphone, which when place with each other with the shipment estimate of 30 to 35 million HTC devices in 2013 could mean anyplace among $ 180 and $ 280 million going Apple's way.
An unnamed Wall Street

BlackBerry 10 will launch on Jan 30 subsequent year with two new phones

Immediately after finding delayed, RIM's BlackBerry 10 platform lastly has a launch date set. On January 30, RIM will hold several occasions across the world simultaneously where it will launch both the OS and the 1st the BlackBerry phones to use it.
The BB ten OS will hit the ground operating - it will launch with "a large catalog of the top applications from across the globe and across all categories" and a FIPS 140-two certification (which signifies that government agencies can switch to BB

Sony provides 24K gold-plated Xperia P as contest prize

We have not noticed any gold phones in a whilst, but we didn’t expect Sony to be the a single to fill that void. Sony ran a contest on its Facebook web page more than the weekend with the prize getting a 24 karat gold-pated Sony Xperia P.
The contest is for Nordic nations only and will be over in a couple of hours. If you want to participate, you have to send an e mail to fans.se@sonymobile.com answering the query "What is a gold Friday for you?" (this is an automatic translating so it might

Sony delivers 24K gold-plated Xperia P as contest prize

We have not noticed any gold phones in a whilst, but we didn’t anticipate Sony to be the a single to fill that void. Sony ran a contest on its Facebook web page over the weekend with the prize being a 24 karat gold-pated Sony Xperia P.
The contest is for Nordic nations only and will be over in a couple of hours. If you want to participate, you have to send an e-mail to fans.se@sonymobile.com answering the query "What is a gold Friday for you?" (this is an automatic translating so it may not

Sunday, November 11, 2012

Toshiba launches Li-ion battery monitor chipset for EVs

Toshiba today announced its Li-ion battery monitor chipset for automotive applications. The chipset includes the industry's first battery monitor IC capable of checking up to 16 cells per a single IC, which simplifies style and lowers fees by decreasing the number of elements essential in an automotive battery monitoring program. The new Toshiba chipset is best for Hybrid Electric Cars (HEV) and Electric Autos (EV), which need enhanced battery technology.
"With escalating interest and

HTC Want X assessment: Requirements and desires

GSMArena group, 11 November 2012.
Introduction
For a single cause or another, the 1 series failed to live up to their possible in terms of actual sales, so HTC turned back to the time-tested Wish line to fill up the coffers and safe some time to regroup. A new attack on the high-finish market place takes months of preparation and it is up to devices like the Wish X to hold the line in the meantime.
HTC Wish X official photos
The HTC Wish X is a smartphone that handful of will lust right

GM, FORD SALES Improve SHARPLY IN CHINA AS Country TURNS AWAY FROM JAPANESE BRANDS

By George Kennedy, Autoblog.com - American automakers that conduct organization in China have benefited from rising anti-Japanese sentiments among Chinese buyers, as most current sales numbers indicate. According to Automotive News, a territorial dispute over uninhabited islands have resulted in Chinese shoppers rejecting cars from Toyota, Honda and Nissan in increasing numbers.Meanwhile, sales of Common Motors cars and minivans in its largest market place grew 14 per cent in October, to

HTC and Apple end their patent feud with a "global settlement"

In a rather surprising style, Apple and HTC have settled their patent disputes. The two organizations have reached a “global settlement” with confidential terms, which dismisses all their existing lawsuits. The agreement includes all existing and future patents held by the two giants and will extend over the subsequent ten years.
Naturally, each companies’ CEOs issued a statement on the matter. Here’s what Peter Chou from HTC had to say:

“HTC is pleased to have resolved its dispute

Saturday, November 10, 2012

Android 4.1 Jelly Bean makes it to Motorola DROID RAZR M

Motorola’s frameless screen sporting DROID RAZR M for Verizon Wireless has begun receiving Android four.1 Jelly Bean over-the-air. The update has hit the infant RAZR correct in line with Motorola’s promise at its launch for a timeline prior to the end of the year.

The Android four.1 Jelly Bean update brings a quantity of software program improvements to the DROID RAZR M. They incorporate Google Now, Android Beam and NFC, and improved notifications to go with the buttery smooth menu

Android four.1 Jelly Bean makes it to Motorola DROID RAZR M

Motorola’s frameless screen sporting DROID RAZR M for Verizon Wireless has begun receiving Android 4.1 Jelly Bean more than-the-air. The update has hit the baby RAZR right in line with Motorola’s promise at its launch for a timeline prior to the finish of the year.

The Android 4.1 Jelly Bean update brings a quantity of software program improvements to the DROID RAZR M. They incorporate Google Now, Android Beam and NFC, and improved notifications to go with the buttery smooth menu

Android four.1 Jelly Bean tends to make it to Motorola DROID RAZR M

Motorola’s frameless screen sporting DROID RAZR M for Verizon Wireless has begun receiving Android four.1 Jelly Bean over-the-air. The update has hit the infant RAZR right in line with Motorola’s promise at its launch for a timeline before the finish of the year.

The Android 4.1 Jelly Bean update brings a number of software program improvements to the DROID RAZR M. They consist of Google Now, Android Beam and NFC, and improved notifications to go with the buttery smooth menu transitions.

Android four.1 Jelly Bean tends to make it to Motorola DROID RAZR M

Motorola’s frameless screen sporting DROID RAZR M for Verizon Wireless has begun receiving Android 4.1 Jelly Bean more than-the-air. The update has hit the baby RAZR appropriate in line with Motorola’s promise at its launch for a timeline ahead of the finish of the year.

The Android four.1 Jelly Bean update brings a number of software program improvements to the DROID RAZR M. They include Google Now, Android Beam and NFC, and enhanced notifications to go with the buttery smooth menu

Android four.1 Jelly Bean makes it to Motorola DROID RAZR M

Motorola’s frameless screen sporting DROID RAZR M for Verizon Wireless has begun receiving Android four.1 Jelly Bean over-the-air. The update has hit the infant RAZR appropriate in line with Motorola’s promise at its launch for a timeline before the finish of the year.

The Android four.1 Jelly Bean update brings a number of software improvements to the DROID RAZR M. They incorporate Google Now, Android Beam and NFC, and improved notifications to go with the buttery smooth menu

GM, FORD SALES Boost SHARPLY IN CHINA AS Nation TURNS AWAY FROM JAPANESE BRANDS

By George Kennedy, Autoblog.com - American automakers that conduct company in China have benefited from growing anti-Japanese sentiments among Chinese buyers, as most recent sales numbers indicate. According to Automotive News, a territorial dispute over uninhabited islands have resulted in Chinese buyers rejecting cars from Toyota, Honda and Nissan in escalating numbers.Meanwhile, sales of General Motors vehicles and minivans in its largest industry grew 14 per cent in October, to

Apple iPad mini review: 1 for the road

GSMArena group, 09 November 2012.
Introduction
Wait, did hell just freeze more than? Perhaps a couple of degrees cooler? Rumors of a mini version of the iPad had been laughed at, dodged and denied - not necessarily in that order and usually all at as soon as. But here it is - the iPad mini is ultimately a reality. It brought on due measures of excitement and probably a bit of disappointment. Yet, in typical Apple fashion, it's an excellent piece of hardware. In brief, it's a polarizing device

Friday, November 9, 2012

Apple iPad mini review: A single for the road

GSMArena team, 09 November 2012.
Introduction
Wait, did hell just freeze over? Maybe a couple of degrees cooler? Rumors of a mini version of the iPad had been laughed at, dodged and denied - not necessarily in that order and typically all at once. But here it is - the iPad mini is finally a reality. It triggered due measures of excitement and probably a bit of disappointment. Yet, in typical Apple style, it really is an superb piece of hardware. In brief, it's a polarizing device that could as

Apple iPad mini overview: A single for the road

GSMArena team, 09 November 2012.
Introduction
Wait, did hell just freeze over? Maybe a couple of degrees cooler? Rumors of a mini version of the iPad had been laughed at, dodged and denied - not necessarily in that order and often all at when. But right here it is - the iPad mini is lastly a reality. It caused due measures of excitement and probably a bit of disappointment. However, in typical Apple style, it really is an outstanding piece of hardware. In brief, it really is a polarizing device

Apple iPad mini review: One particular for the road

GSMArena team, 09 November 2012.
Introduction
Wait, did hell just freeze over? Perhaps a couple of degrees cooler? Rumors of a mini version of the iPad had been laughed at, dodged and denied - not necessarily in that order and usually all at as soon as. But right here it is - the iPad mini is lastly a reality. It brought on due measures of excitement and possibly a bit of disappointment. But, in common Apple fashion, it really is an superb piece of hardware. In brief, it's a polarizing device

Kia Sportage Idea is A single Satisfied Looking Design Study

Ever considering that Kia placed German automobile designer Peter Schreyer at the helm of its style division in 2006, the Korean automaker's products have gone from very good to far better, as far as styling is concerned (mpg's, not so much…).
Design, nevertheless, is a process that constantly evolves and is always in need of some fresh input, so it is in fact excellent to see independent stylists applying their personal touch on an automaker's items.
This brings us to a new idea study

Apple iPad mini review: 1 for the road

GSMArena group, 09 November 2012.
Introduction
Wait, did hell just freeze more than? Maybe a couple of degrees cooler? Rumors of a mini version of the iPad had been laughed at, dodged and denied - not necessarily in that order and often all at as soon as. But right here it is - the iPad mini is finally a reality. It triggered due measures of excitement and perhaps a bit of disappointment. But, in common Apple style, it really is an outstanding piece of hardware. In brief, it really is a

Samsung Galaxy Camera and Galaxy S III mini hit UK

Various retailers in the UK currently have already received the 1st stocks of the Samsung’s Galaxy S III mini and the Galaxy Camera.
You can buy the Galaxy S III mini for about £300 totally free of contract. It is available in each black and white colors.
The Galaxy S III mini is also accessible for free with a two-year contract on all main UK carriers with tariffs beginning as low as £20.5 per month.
You can uncover the complete specs of Galaxy S III mini right right here, although for

AT&T is promoting HTC 8X, VZW takes pre-orders for it and Lumia 822

Windows Phone 8's race to the top in the US has officially began - the HTC Windows Telephone 8X is accessible these days from AT&T and is on pre-order from Verizon, who are also taking pre-orders for the Nokia Lumia 822.
Verizon has exclusivity on some HTC 8X features - ita model supports wireless charging like its essential opponent, the Nokia Lumia 920 for AT&T. The charging mat is sold separately. Verizon's Windows Phone 8X also comes in exclusive colors - Black and Red.
The HTC

HTC One X+ evaluation: The complete package

GSMArena team, 08 November 2012.
Introduction
There is no denying that the HTC 1 X was an amazingly solid smartphone. On the surface it even looked like as good a package as its principal rival at the time, the Galaxy S III, and getting a head-start to the marketplace it was practically expected for it to grow to be a large good results.
The devil turned out to be in the specifics though, and the One particular X never ever very managed to get the same traction as its Samsung rival. There must

Thursday, November 8, 2012

HTC 1 X+ assessment: The comprehensive package

GSMArena group, 08 November 2012.
Introduction
There is no denying that the HTC One particular X was an amazingly solid smartphone. On the surface it even looked like as excellent a package as its main rival at the time, the Galaxy S III, and getting a head-start off to the marketplace it was almost expected for it to grow to be a huge success.
The devil turned out to be in the specifics though, and the One particular X never ever very managed to get the same traction as its Samsung rival.

HTC 1 X+ assessment: The total package

GSMArena group, 08 November 2012.
Introduction
There's no denying that the HTC One particular X was an amazingly solid smartphone. On the surface it even looked like as great a package as its major rival at the time, the Galaxy S III, and obtaining a head-start off to the market it was almost expected for it to turn into a enormous achievement.
The devil turned out to be in the particulars although, and the One X never very managed to get the exact same traction as its Samsung rival. There

HTC One X+ evaluation: The complete package

GSMArena team, 08 November 2012.
Introduction
There's no denying that the HTC 1 X was an amazingly solid smartphone. On the surface it even looked like as excellent a package as its principal rival at the time, the Galaxy S III, and possessing a head-commence to the marketplace it was almost expected for it to grow to be a enormous good results.
The devil turned out to be in the specifics even though, and the A single X in no way very managed to get the same traction as its Samsung rival. There

CHEVY GOES Modest WITH NEW TRAX

Chevrolet Trax will be the brand's smallest SUV, announced at the 2010 Paris Auto ShowBy Alexandra Straub, Ottawa Citizen, Driving Nearby - When folks feel of Chevrolet, the initial word that comes to thoughts is not necessarily "tiny". Immediately after all, the longest-running nameplate in the organization is the Suburban -- with far more than 75 years on the road. It really is not what you'd call a compact vehicle. But that doesn't mean the brand hasn't evolved. This

Sony takes more than the Xperia S AOSP project, previews it

Sony announced that it has taken the lead on the Android Open Supply Project for its popular Xperia S smartphone. The workout started back in August when Jean Baptiste Queru, Google’s Technical Lead of the AOSP announced it. The present progress on the Sony Xperia S has been demonstrated in a video, which appeared in the Sony developer’s website. See it beneath.

Sony has taken the lead simply because from Android 4.2 Jelly Bean on, the Xperia S will not remain as the target handset of the

Apple drops out of Best five in China, Galaxy S III tops iPhone 4S in Q3

The iPhone is the most frequent smartphone practically everywhere in the world... virtually. According to analysts at Canalys, in the third quarter this year Apple dropped out of the Top rated 5 smartphone makers in the Chinese industry.
And it really is an important industry - according to Canalys once more, China became a larger market place than the US earlier this year.
Samsung maintains a tentative lead in China holding 14% of the industry, with nearby maker Lenovo breathing down its neck

Jelly Bean update for Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 rolling out now

The Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 tablet launched with Android 4. Ice Cream Sandwich (unlike its smaller Note II sibling), but its Jelly Bean update has now started its rollout. It really is the four.1 version of Jelly Bean and not four.2, but the differences amongst the two are not main anyway.
The rollout is rather restricted as of now - just in Germany as an OTA update that weighs in at 300MB.
The guys from AllAboutSamsung.de, who have currently installed the update, report that it improves

Sony C6603 ‘Yuga' flaunts its 1080p display in reside photos

Following the footsteps of its C650X Odin relative, it was time for Sony C6603 ‘Yuga’ to make an look. The upcoming Sony flagship has emerged in reside photos, which barely leave anything to one’s imagination.

The Sony C6603 ‘Yuga’ will reportedly feature a quad-core CPU (likely a Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro) and 2GB of RAM. The leaked photographs all but confirm the presence of a 12MP camera – not the previously leaked 13MP sensor. The device in the photos runs Android four.1

Wednesday, November 7, 2012

Sony C6603 ‘Yuga' flaunts its 1080p display in reside photos

Following the footsteps of its C650X Odin relative, it was time for Sony C6603 ‘Yuga’ to make an look. The upcoming Sony flagship has emerged in reside images, which barely leave anything to one’s imagination.

The Sony C6603 ‘Yuga’ will reportedly feature a quad-core CPU (likely a Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro) and 2GB of RAM. The leaked photographs all but confirm the presence of a 12MP camera – not the previously leaked 13MP sensor. The device in the pictures runs Android four.1

Black HTC One S finally lands on T-Mobile US's shelves

HTC One particular S has been on sale on T-Mobile for months now, but (however) the black colored version hasn't been readily available across the Atlantic till these days. Potential users will finally be capable to pick up the device in black with red accents.
In order to please the overly patient, the Big Magenta presently offers the black version of the HTC One particular S for free of charge right after a mail-in rebate. In case you order it right now, the carrier will also throw in a no

Mugen Butches Up Honda's New and Cute N-A single Mini

Properly, that was quickly. No sooner did Honda launch its new N-1 city auto in its residence market of Japan than the firm's longtime tuning affiliate Mugen release a host of styling and overall performance accessories for the retro-flavored mini.
The list of accessible components starts with the N-One's exterior for which Mugen delivers a physique kit comprising a front bumper with or without having LED daytime operating lights and a lip spoiler, carbon fiber license surrounds and mirror

Nokia Lumia 830 leaks in China, surprises everybody

Leaked pictures of what is allegedly one more upcoming WP smartphone from Nokia, namely the Lumia 830, surfaced.
Before you get too excited, the Lumia 830 will not be a beefier variant of the upcoming Lumia 820, but rather a successor to the Lumia 710. Offered that no spec sheet was provided, we're holding off on placing as well a lot validity to that peculiar naming convention.

For now, what we do identified about the Lumia 830 is that it will come in 5 colors, and run on Windows

AT&T to sell off-contract Nokia Lumia 920 for $450, 820 for $400

Yesterday, AT&T announced the on-contract pricing of 3 of its incoming Windows Telephone 8 handsets, such as the Nokia Lumia 920 (they have exclusivity on this 1 in the US) and the Lumia 820.
Nowadays they place these two up for pre-order and revealed the off-contract prices of these phones. The Lumia 920 will set you back $ 450 (or $ one hundred with a 2-year contract), while the Nokia Lumia 820 is a bit cheaper at $ 400 ($ 50 with a 2-year contract).
The HTC Windows Telephone 8X is

HTC will hold an event in New York City on November 13

HTC has sent out invitations for an event in New York City, which will take spot next Tuesday, November 13. The Taiwanese manufacturer will show off its “latest collaboration” with Verizon Wireless.

Given the current string of leaks, we can all but confirm that the device scheduled to break cover is the HTC DROID DNA. The upcoming smartphone seems to be a close relative of the Japan exclusive HTC J butterfly. It is bound to pack an eye-catching 5” Super LCD3 display with 1080p

Tuesday, November 6, 2012

HTC Windows Phone 8X review: Signed and sealed

GSMArena team, 06 November 2012.
Introduction
So, it's all but settled that Windows Telephone eight is the greatest thing to occur to smartphones this year. But are the handful of flagships carrying it the very best factor that could happen to users?
Effectively powered and engineered to perfection, the Nokia, Samsung and HTC WP8 smartphones are all creating a bid to break iOS and Android's grip on the industry. They are all fine species of smartphone. With the identical screen resolution and

CITY OF OTTAWA REVVED UP FOR ELECTRIC Car STATION

An electric auto sits plugged in at the new electric charging station at City Hall in OttawaBy Kelly Roche, Ottawa Sun - A red car was plugged in at City Hall Friday, less than 24 hours after an electric vehicle charging station was unveiled."I couldn't think it," said environment committee chairwoman and River Ward Coun. Maria McRae, who posted a photo on Twitter. "I though, 'this is cool.'"Owners can recharge their EV batteries for totally free.Hydro Ottawa and the city are splitting the

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