Christmas came early at Engadget HQ this year, as evidenced by the picture above -- you're looking at two Dell Thunder prototype smartphones, each with some surprising quirks, and hints that they might include global HSPA, AWS for T-Mobile, and maybe even a dash of CDMA support. We'll warn you ahead of time that these are labeled EVT1 for "engineering verification test" and date back to the April leak, so they're about as early as you can get -- don't expect the final handset to arrive without some significant differences. Good? Then peek the gallery below, hit the break, and let's get on with the show. Continue reading Exclusive: Dell Thunder prototype preview (video) |
Friday, August 20, 2010
Exclusive: Dell Thunder prototype preview (video)
Sanyo Xacti VPC-PD2BK 1080P pocket camcorder with 3x optical zoom
Continue reading Sanyo Xacti VPC-PD2BK 1080P pocket camcorder with 3x optical zoom
source: engadget feedRicoh's 10 megapixel, 10x zoom CX4 compact hits Japan next month
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Sony replacing handset cabling with a single copper wire
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Thursday, August 5, 2010
Managing Facebook and Twitter updates with the Sony Ericsson Xperia X10
When you look at the Sony Ericsson Xperia X10, the first thing that will grab your attention is its large 4in screen.
The screen dominates the front of the smartphone and is capable of displaying beautiful and vivid pictures.
The X10 runs on Android 1.6 which is a tad older than other smartphones in the market which use Android 2.1.
I'm really new when it comes to the Android operating system or even smartphones so it took awhile to adapt to the user interface. I found it cool that I could switch screens by just swiping my finger horizontally or vertically on the screen.
However, I was not thrilled that applications took a littler longer to launch. As I am a little impatient, the screen will be covered with fingerprints due to repeated tappings by the time the app actually launched.
more review here: tech central
Logitech enables video chats in HD
However, with the advent of better video quality technology and faster broadband speed, high-definition (HD) webcams are poised to take over as the next must-have device when you chat online.
Logitech is among the first manufacturers to jump onto the HD webcam bandwagon when it launched four new models - C910 HD Pro, C510, C310 and C270 - into the local market recently.
These webcams feature 720p HD video calling, 1080p Full HD video recording and one-click video uploading to Facebook and YouTube.
The webcams work on Windows and use Logitech's Vid HD video calling software. They also support most major third-party software such as Skype, Yahoo! Messenger, Windows Live Messenger and Google Talk.
C910 Pro
The flagship C910 HD Pro model comes in a stylish, streamlined profile and at only 25mm in depth, the webcam adds a minimalist touch to your laptop or desktop PC setup.
The C910 HD Pro, which can also snap 10-megapixel still photos, come with built-in stereo microphones.
The C510 sports a fold-and-go design that allows it to fit nicely in the pocket for portability.
According to Logitech, the device also takes 8.-megapixel still pictures.
C510
Meanwhile the C310 comes with the Logitech RightLight 2 and RightSound technologies to ensure their video calls will not be ruined even when used in a poorly-lit or noisy setting.
Lastly if you are looking simply for a basic HD webcam that will not burn a big hole in your pocket, the C270 is available for you.
C270
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