Android Jelly Bean 4.2.2 Already Released

Android Jelly Bean 4.2.2 Already Released - In order to provide the best performance and fix bugs which is experienced by users, Google officially launched the latest Android update that now comes with version Android Jelly Bean 4.2.2.

In addition to more smooth operation, holes that occur in previous version like an error when streaming music via Bluetooth are claimed to have successfully patched in the latest version.

Beside that, Google has also added a wireless charging feature, especially for users of the Nexus 4. Of course, need wireless charger to use this function. For the beginning, Google will give Android version 4.2.2 is only for Nexus 4 and Nexus 7.

But do not worry, because it seems not to take long time for other Android-based phone to taste Android Jelly Bean 4.2.2.

Apple Cuts MacBook Prices

Apple Cuts MacBook Prices - Apple on Wednesday said that ihey will cut the price of 13-inch MacBook Pro with Retina Display as well as update it with a faster processor. 15-inch models specifications will also be upgraded and marketed back to the same price.

Retina MacBook Pro is now sold from U.S. $ 1,499 for 128 GB and $ 1,699 for 256 GB. This model use an Intel Core i5.

15-inch models are priced of U.S. $ 2,199. However, now it’s supported with a quad-core 2.4 GHz Core i7. If you want the best of the best, you can get a 15 inch Retina MacBook Pro with a quad-core 2.7 GHz Core i7 with 16 GB RAM for U.S. $ 2,799.

In addition to Retina MacBook price adjustment, Apple also lowered the price of 13-inch MacBook Air with a price of U.S. $ 1,399.

MacBook Pro Retina much praised for its high resolution, 2,560 x 1,600. However, not a few people who considered the price is too expensive.

Apple Order 10 Million iPad Mini ?

Apple Order 10 Million iPad Mini ? - The news about the iPad Mini stronger blows. After the Wall Street Journal reports that the two Asia companies have started production of this device, now comes the new news.

Mentioned that component makers have received orders of more than 10 million tablet computers for the fourth quarter of 2012, of course Apple does not comment on that rumor.

The high demand reportedly made ​​the manufacturing difficulties. Analyst Brian White from Topeka Capital said they have tough times to produce a tablet device because of iPad mini design that complex.

But White remained hopeful that Apple going to sell the iPad Mini in the fourth quarter of this year as much as 5 to 7 million units.

Previously, component suppliers from Asia have started production of tablet that has size 7.85-inch. The prediction of the launch time is this month.

Microsoft Launches Office 2013

Microsoft Launches Office 2013 - The latest series of Microsoft Office application eventually exhibited by CEO Steve Ballmer. This application is claimed will appear smooth when run on a tablet PC.

In the event that took place in San Francisco, United States, Ballmer appeared confident to act with the customer preview application that has a familiar name Office 2013 and Office 365 cloud-based.

"This is Microsoft Office which most ambitious we have ever made," said Balmer.

As Windows 8 - Office 2013 and Office 365 - appear fresher and presenting a variety of new features, ranging from how to display the video feature on the word application, to how easy in making the diagrams in Power Point.

Microsoft promise, the components in the new Office such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook will be more indulgent to the user with its features.

There is no detail information about selling price of this latest version of Office or official date when Office 2013 will be released to the market.

But most likely, this latest Office only run on OS Windws 7 and 8 which will be released in the near future. This means that users of old Windows OS get ready to be disappointed.

Xbox 8, Is This Microsoft’s New Console Generation?

Xbox 8, Is This Microsoft’s New Console Generation? - Microsoft has just won the rights to the domain name of Xbox8.com. No doubt, the new domain that is bought from an owner of the web from China led to speculation about the identity of the next generation of Xbox console.

Besides Xbox8.com, other domains associated with Xbox Microsoft successfully acquired include XboxPhone.com, XboxTablet.com, XboxLiveTV.com, XboxCompanion.com, Xbox8.us and Xbox8.org.

The first four domains are compatible with Microsoft's goal which brings the functionality of the Xbox to mobile phones and tablet.

Another speculation mentioned, it’s strongly suspected that Microsoft will provide a name for its newest gaming device, Xbox 8. Is the number 8 on the back refers to the latest Microsoft software? Maybe. There are other rumors circulating, saying its name will become Infinity Xbox.

Previously, before the event of Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) 2012, Microsoft was also hunting domain that related with the word of 'Smart Glass', all domain names which contain the word.

At that time, Microsoft is predicted to release an application or a device called 'Smart Glass' for the Xbox 360. And when the E3 event was held, proved that the device is called Smart Glass appears.

iPad Mini Will be Launched in October 2012 ?

iPad Mini Will be Launched in October 2012 ? - Google Nexus 7 looks promising indeed. Seemed to not want to miss, Apple was expected to release its competitors the iPad Mini in the near future.

iPad Mini is rumored to carry the 7.58 inch screen with internal memory of 8 GB. If viewed from the specification, it is very clear if this product will deal directly with Google Nexus 7 that carries a 7 inch too.

The analysts also expect Apple will soon release iPad Mini in October 2012 with the official prices.

"We predict low-cost version for 7.58 inch iPad and 8 GB of memory will be sold at USD 299 with initial margin approximately 31%," said Andy Hargreaves, an analyst from Pacific Crest institute.

If the prediction is correct, this tiny version of the iPad will not only become a major competitor Google Nexus 7, but also threaten the sales of iPad 2. Especially if there is a 16 GB version.

"We predict Apple will manage to sell 10 million iPad Mini by the end of 2012, and reached 35.2 million to cover 2013. We also believe that the 9.7 inch iPad market will be eroded by about 25%" Hargreaves explains.

Various leaks that indicate the presence of iPad Mini is more widely heard, not a few users who are hoping this product will be released soon. Really? We wait in October 2012.

Google Finally Release Nexus 7

Google Finally Release Nexus 7 - Google finally unmasked its tablet, named Nexus 7 in Google I/O Conference. This device brings Android Jelly Bean and priced $ 199.

Nexus 7 is the first tablet PC in the world that running Android 4.1 operating system Jelly Bean, which is the development of version 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich.

Asus become manufacturer that is coupled Google to create a 7-inch tablet with a display resolution of 1280 x 800 HD.

Nexus 7 is equipped with Tegra 3 quad-core processor technology, Near Field Communication (NFC) and 1.2 megapixel front camera. The price is set at USD 199 for 8 GB storage capacity and USD 249 for 16 GB version.

Nexus will go on sale in mid-July that starts from the markets of Australia, Canada, Britain and the United States.

Is This Cheap Android Tablet from Google ?

Is This Cheap Android Tablet from Google ? - Nexus 7 tablet which is the most awaited tablet. Tablet which will be launched at the recent Google I / O later this month have been leaked by a source at the site Gizmodo Australia.

In addition to revealing the image, it also includes the leaked specs are expected to be part of Google's and Asus collaboration tablet. Based on the site, Nexus 7 will come with a 7-inch screen, quad-core processor Tegra 3 that have speed 1.3 GHz, nVidia GeForce 12-core GPU, RAM 1 GB, internal memory of 8 GB or 16 GB.

Nexus 7 is also rumored to come with a battery capacity that can provide power up to 9 hours, Wi-Fi connection and the front camera with 1.2 megapixel resolution. However, there is no rear camera.

For the price, Nexus 7 8 GB version is mentioned will be priced U.S. $ 199, while for the 16 GB version will be set at U.S. $ 249.

The device also mentioned going to run the operating system (OS) Android Jelly Bean, which is the next version of the Google OS which will have a version number of Android 4.1, not Android 5 that is widely reported.

The Google and Asus have not announced exactly when the tablet is to be launched. But most likely Nexus 7 will be released at the conference Google I / O that will be held on 27-29 June 2012, in San Francisco, California, USA

Samsung will Conduct Investigation of Galaxy S III Burned

Samsung will Conduct Investigation ofGalaxy S III Burned - One student reported that the Galaxy S III that she had just bought suddenly burned with an unknown cause.

Through the blog of Samsung Tomorrow, the South Korean manufacturer will do an investigation related to the case. They want to know why the problem can occur on their new flagship smartphone.

"There is an online post showing the Galaxy S III apparently damaged by the heat at the bottom. Samsung knows this issue and will begin to investigate it as soon as we receive the product," said Samsung

"Once the investigation complete, we will provide more details on this situation. We are committed to providing our customers with products that are as safe as possible and take care of this thing seriously," said Samsung.

The user who claims this incident is Dylan Kershaw, a student in Dublin, Ireland. According to the story, he put the Galaxy S III in the car dock when he is driving.

Suddenly Dylan saw smoke and flames came out from the body of the Galaxy S III. In the photo, the handset looks a little burnt on the bottom of the body.

Surface, New Tablet PC from Microsost

Surface, New Tablet PC from Microsost - Veil of mystery about the tablet PC from Microsoft is finally revealed. The big manufacturer of software officially introduced the surface, their tablet PC.

CEO Steve Ballmer unveiled Microsoft Surface in Los Angeles, United States. This device has a thickness of 9.3 millimeters, weighs 1.5 pounds and comes with a 10.6 inch wide gorilla glass.

"We want to give Windows 8 devices that belong to our own innovative," said Ballmer, about the reasons why Microsoft is also making the tablet PC.

"A new device, in contrast, comes from the line of Microsoft computer software series," he continued.

Surface itself comes with several variants. There are Windows RT and Windows 8. For Windows RT serial, it will be strengthened with ARM microchip, and the storage of 32 GB and 64 GB. While the Windows 8 version use the Intel chip and a choice of 64 GB storage and 128 GB.

Another feature of the Surface is equipped with a USB port, dual WiFi antenna, multitouch keyboard, and trackpad. It’s still unclear how much the selling price of each product.

"Microsoft founder Bill Gates and Paul Allen has made a huge gamble in affairs of the software. But we also continue to encourage innovation about the hardware, which sometimes manufacturers have not done so," said Ballmer

Siri Apple vs Samsung S-Voice, Who is Smarter?

Siri Apple vs Samsung S-Voice, Who is Smarter? - Siri is a Apple’s digital assistant that exclusively present in iPhone 4S. But Samsung also had a similar application called S-Voice. Who is smarter ?

A video is posted on YouTube to prove both technologies. Either Siri or S-Voice were mugged with similar questions to see what their answers.

In the 5 minutes video duration was obvious that both have similar intelligence, but Siri just still has limitations outside the United States, while the video appears to be made in Australia.

While the S-Voice, although it’s made ​​under Google Voice Action, but the performance is slightly entertaining, thanks to some changes from Samsung. But unfortunately, some of the answers raised still seem stiff when compared to Siri.

Again, The New iPhone Photo Appear

Again, The New iPhone Photo Appear - Photo of handset that is clad in a black metal arouse public curiosity, because the device is believed to be the next generation of iPhone or new iPhone/

If accurate, a set of images that are meant to strengthen rumors saying that the latest iPhone dock will use a smaller dock, larger speakers with a choice of color.

Released by one of China website, the photo was reported to have no 'footprint' editing in Adobe Photoshop software, even so, because it still conjectural, that virtual track record gets labeled 'unconfirmed'.

  

From what it seems, there is also uncertain of its screen size, but probably it uses a 4 inch screen. Beyond the device photo, UberGizmo also enliven the rumors by issuing a release time prediction.

Based on time of the iPhone 4S launch, the site predicts that Apple will answer the public's curiosity towards 'next-gen iPhone' in the autumn or around September to November this year.

As usual, Apple was reluctant to comment on all sorts of issues related to their new products that have not been released officially.

WWDC 2012: From iOS 6 To MacBook Pro

WWDC 2012: From iOS 6 To MacBook Pro - Event of Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) 2012 is really a showcase for Apple to show off their new products, start from iOS 6 until the emergence of the new product in MacBook Pro segment.

For iOS 6, maybe it has been expected before. The venue which took place in San Francisco, there are many banners of Apple's latest mobile operating system that emblazoned.

For the developers mentioned that they already can start developing iOS 6, but for the user, they still have to wait until an undetermined time, of course iOS 6 is predicted to appear with more fresh and new features such as Passbook, Stream Photo sharing services, and others.

Apple Maps is the next Steve Jobs legacy company's flagship product. The presence of Apple Maps certainly to rival Google Maps. Apple Maps was stated offers turn-by-turn navigation, 3D view of buildings, and much more.

Personal assistant feature Siri certainly also be installed in iPad. However, not for all types of iPad, only third generation or well know as new iPad

From line of laptops, new MacBook Air comes to provoke the curiosity of thousands audience who come into this Apple's annual party.

Carrying the third generation of Intel processors, this super-thin laptop is equipped with USB 3.0, facetime camera with 720p quality, 512 GB flash storage and 8GB of RAM

Meanwhile in line of the “heavyweight” laptop, Apple offers a refresher on the MacBook Pro segment. There is high specifications offered, moreover it has brought the retina display.

Ivy Bridge processor has been chosen as the 'brains'. The device is offered with a model of 13-inch and 15 inch display that is equipped retina. For last names, its prices start from USD 2199.

X Mountain Lion OS is also showcased by Apple at WWDC 2012. This OS is actually already been introduced, but in this event Apple will review it more deeply, including the matters of set price at USD 19.99 that can be obtained in July.

Samsung Prepare the Event for Galaxy S III in June 20 ?

Samsung Prepare the Event for Galaxy S III in June 20 ? - Although Apple's move to block the sale of Galaxy S III in the United States, but Samsung remained unaffected. Even Samsung will hold an event on 20 June.

Quoted from Ubergizmo on Sunday (6/10/2012), according to the report, the event will be held on June 20, titled "The Next Big Thing Is Here". The event was reportedly organized to welcome the arrival of the Galaxy S III in the U.S.

The source of the report says, the event will be held at Skylight Studios in New York. But it looks like Samsung’s event will obtain a rival, because on the same day Microsoft also will host a Windows Phone Summit in California.

Regardless of the event that will be held by Samsung, Galaxy S III has managed to siphon attention to its presence. In fact, industry analyst at Informa Telecoms & Media Malik Saadi said that Galaxy S III confirmed Samsung as one of the leading mobile phone manufacturers and put pressure on Apple to bring something different to the latest generation of the iPhone later.

Meanwhile, Samsung has announced that its new Galaxy S III Android smartphone will launch on five major wireless carriers in the United States beginning in June. For the first time, Samsung’s flagship smartphone will launch on Verizon Wireless, AT&T, Sprint and T-Mobile using the same “Galaxy S III” moniker, rather than launching with a unique name at each carrier

Xbox SmartGlass Compete with Wii U?

Xbox SmartGlass Compete with Wii U? - Microsoft became one of concern at the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) 2012. In the world's biggest game event,, Microsoft launched a new technology to make the Xbox 360 into a home entertainment center.

Mentioned as the Xbox SmartGlass, the technology is designed so that users can "push" their content from the tablet or mobile phone to any Xbox 360 or vice versa. This means that users can watch content, like movies or TV shows on the big screen and also can enjoy it in tablet or smartphone.

This technology also allows additional devices as a remote control for Xbox 360.

Perhaps the technology that is offered by Microsoft sounds similar to what was expected Nintendo to Wii U. As with SmartGlass, Wii U is also designed with the idea that the content and the game can be played or displayed on the "controller" television monitor tablet.

The difference is SmartGlass was designed to work with Windows 8, and also phone and tablet that run Android and iOS. At least the technology can work on all devices that are commonly used.

Is This a New iPhone ?

Is This a New iPhone ? - A photo that is claimed to be the latest generation of iPhone leaked on the internet and shows a number of design changes compared to the existing iPhone, just like previously rumored.

The photo that was first reported by 9to5Mac confirms about 'iPhone 5' which has a longer form. In the photo, new iPhone screen width looks same with previous version, but a little higher so that almost the size of 4 inches.

On the back, there is a little change in the design include the use of different metals. This information was sourced from 9to5Mac claimed one of Apple's suppliers.

The photo also shows the framework of the back side fix together with the antenna, thus making the new iPhone cover looks stronger, but thinner, lighter and allows more space inside the phone.

Other changes in new iPhone that is shown in the photo are a new dock connector on the bottom of the phone, redesigned speaker grille and the location of the headphone jack that is placed at the bottom.

The Actual Cost of New iPad

The Actual Cost of New iPad - What was the total cost that is spent by Apple to make a unit of new iPad? According to independent research from market research firm of iSuppli, Apple has spend cost of Bill of Materials (BOM) valued at USD 364.35 per unit of iPad WiFi 32GB version + 4G LTE.

Plus the cost of manufacturing, the total is USD 375.10. While the BOM for the iPad 16GB and 64GB 4G LTE amounted to USD 347.55 and USD 397.55. The lowest cost is a 16GB iPad without LTE, which is USD 316.

Apple gets huge enough profits from the latest generation of iPad. For example, the selling price for the 32GB WiFi version + 4G LTE is USD 729. Reduced with manufacturing costs USD 375, then Apple gets the profits around USD 354.

According to iSuppli, the most expensive component is the Retina Display screen that is supplied by Samsung. As quoted from the International Business Times, Monday (3/19/2012), the price that to be paid by Apple for the screen is about $ 87 per unit of New iPad.

iSuppli said that Samsung is the largest supplier of components in the new iPad. Samsung indicated to make the screen, processor, battery and also supply some flash storage in New iPad.

Overall, the cost of New iPad is more expensive than IPAD 2, especially at the screen is now much more sophisticated. So Apple gets a smaller profit margin form new iPad, because the price of New iPad same with iPad 2, but its component price is more expensive.

Apple Releases Apple TV With Streamlined UI and Full HD Movie iCloud

Apple Releases Apple TV With Streamlined UIand Full HD Movie iCloud - Apple has just announced through one of the media in San Francisco, Yerba Buena Center for Arts, a new Apple TV set-top box with a resolution of 1080p video out.

The best thing that is provided by Apple on this new TV is iCloud can be presented with a resolution of 1080p well. This is an upgrade from the previous 780p resolution which is criticized. And more importantly, you can browse movies thatcavailable on iCloud anytime you want, such as music and other performances.

Apple also updates the interaction between user and Apple TV machine, which is now more efficient and has the advantage with a total resolution of 1080p video. This interface improvement takes instructions from the IOS with a shiny new icon. The new Apple TV has the same low price as its predecessor, $ 99 and available for pre-order today with shipments beginning on March 16.

'The New iPad', Official Name For The 3rd generation iPad

'The New iPad', Official Name For The 3rd generation iPad - After a long wait, Apple finally introduced the newest generation of iPad that has a number of benefits in its features. But it's not iPad 3, as many people guessed lately.

Yes, the latest iPad that is introduced by Tim Cook - new Apple's CEO to replace Steve Jobs – in the Apple Conference, do not have name such as iPad 2 previously.

Surprisingly Apple just use 'new iPad' for their new product. Inevitably, this makes confusion and lively discussion in tech society. Maybe new Apple's management that is led by Cook inspired the legendary Shakespearean phrase.

This new iPad itself has a number of advantages: a faster processor with A5X that utilizes quad core graphics, picture that sharper than HDTV with the retina display 2048 x 1536 pixels – same with 3.1 million pixels, and a 5MP camera with auto-exposure and auto-focus.

Although The New iPad looks similar to the iPad 2, but the new iPad is a little bit thicker and heavier. For the battery performance is still the same as before.

The new iPad also offers connectivity features of LTE for 4G cellular networks with more expensive price of 100 GBP of the basic price of 399 GBP for 16GB, 479 GBP for the 32GB, and 559 GBP for the 64GB.

Other features that are offered by this new iPad such as the IOS operating system 5.1, voice dictation, Siri (especially for Japan and Australia), Apple on the occasion also announced the latest update of Apple TV.

Know Google Play More Closely

Know Google Play More Closely – The Change of Android Market name to Google Play become a hot topic this days. Google promised, this rebranding action will not substantially change the way of users interact on the phone.

Android device owners certainly know about Google Music, Google Books and Google Movies. Now, with Google Play, users can access all the content that has already been downloaded, whether it's Google Play Music, Google Play Books, Google Play Movie and others directly in all of their Android devices.

Applications and games

Previously, applications and games are downloaded from the Android Market. Now, users do it on Google Play which will be released to all users starting next week. To get the interest of users, Google also offers a discount to rent movies, books and music.

Users can purchase applications through a desktop computer, and then send it to their phone or tablet. The application will automatically be installed to the device.

Movies

Movies application lets users rent movies for $ 4 at any time. In essence, Google Play enables users to integrate all their own Android devices, with the Google Play, users are permitted to watch the movie on any device.

Unfortunately, this integration has not been so smooth when the user intends to temporarily stop (pause) watching the video and then continue it on another device.

If you stop the film when you are watching it on the phone and intend to continue it on the tablet, for example, then the film will not be continued but will be played from the beginning.

Books

After downloading a digital reading, with Google Play users can read it on the phone, desktop or tablet computers. Users can also still read them while being offline or not connected to the Internet.

Music

Users can download music from personal music library or download it on desktops, mobile phone or tablet and the song is available on all Android devices of the user.

Please note, if Google Play is available to all users, Android Market will automatically disappear through upgrades over-the-air and the user device will install Google Play.

Here, users will receive four different rules for the application of Google Play, Music, Books and rent movies via Movie or YouTube.