Developers to test the open-source OS on a real device
evelopers have created an easy way to load Android, Google Inc.'s mobile phone operating system that is still in the works, on Nokia Corp.'s N810
open-source handheld devices.
The development is of interest to people who are trying to build applications for Android rather than to general users. "So, from the point of view of someone who just wants to use his N800 and doesn't necessarily want to experiment for the sake of experimenting, what does running Android get me?" one person asked on the Internet Tablet Talk Web site that is sharing the technique for loading the software on the devices.
"Probably not much," a respondent wrote back. In the future, however, it means that anyone could decide to run Android on the devices and use applications developed for the operating system, the respondent said.
For developers, the discovery is exciting. "Testing on a physical device is way different than testing in an emulator," said Mike Rowehl, a mobile developer who has loaded Android on his N810.
Ericsson with the U500 solution!!!
Ericsson (NASDAQ:ERIC) today announced its U500 mobile platform, a next generation architecture with a triple processor solution and a powerful multimedia subsystem, enabling new multimedia functionality and advanced multitasking capabilities. The U500 will not only pave the way for new consumer services, but also improve the usability and quality of existing multimedia services.
Robert Puskaric, head of Ericsson's mobile platforms business, says: "The U500 is a powerful multimedia platform with performance, graphics and usability, more resembling a mobile computer than today's mobile phones. With the U500 platform Ericsson will keep its world leading position within the multimedia mass market for years to come."
The U500 mobile platform is a response to the rapidly growing demand for advanced multimedia features and services requiring enhanced user experience. Designed for mass market mobile devices, the U500 is capable of groundbreaking features such as high quality camcorder, 12 Mpix camera, WVGA displays, advanced 3D gaming and 3D user interface, CD quality audio performance and high resolution video for a true mobile TV experience.
Rumors of an upcoming model, the HTC Diamond Touch, have been around for quite some time now. The Diamond Touch would, according to unconfirmed reports, be an updated version of the HTC Touch, offering a higher resolution VGA display.
Earlier this week HTC announced an event to be held on May 6, where it plans to unveil the "next wave of HTC innovation".
The rumor on the Diamond Touch is a teaser that we hope turns out to be true, as nothing on the release of this model has been confirmed as of yet.
Gadgetorama tells us that the Chinese-language Commercial Times is reporting that HTC will release a new series of Diamond smartphones in the second quarter of the year but that unfortunately there are few other details.
There have also been rumors drawn around another device from HTC, to be released on the same date - the HTC Dream Android. This would be the very first smartphone by HTC that would run on the Android operating system and which would include some iPhone features.
This includes a full touchscreen interface for added convenience and an onscreen keyboard. It would also feature time-sensitive touch gestures, easy navigation with icons, and virtual machine for multitasking, to name a few.
This special event taking place in London, UK on May 6 at 11:30am, has been taglined: "Witness the next wave of HTC innovation". There will be a few different companies including PHONE Mag which will be live-casting the event and we will be sure to keep you updated on this issue.
Whether they unveil only the Dream Android or confirm the rumors and present both models, this is an event that you won't want to miss.
Vodafone, Airtel pre-registering for Apple's iPhone 3G
Leading Indian telecom operators Vodafone and Airtel have begun pre-registering for Apple's iPhone 3G, the most anxiously awaited handsets. Though the two companies are not saying anything as to when the iPhones will be available in India, but sources say that September may be the launch time.
This is a great news for any gizmo lover. The iPhone launched last year in the US and most of Europe is being eagerly awaited in India.
Nokia in the meantime is worried that iPhone's arrival in the country will dent its high-end market. Nokia CEO Olli-Pekka Kallasvuo recently said iPhone's launch in India would have an impact on the company in the country. He added, "when iPhone comes to India, it adds to our competitors here. The entry of a new product in the market creates customer interest and it, therefore, impacts us in India," Mr Kallasvuo said.
Pre-registration for iPhone is already under progress. Two leading mobile telephony providers in India Airtel and Vodafone have started registering orders for Apple's masterpiece.
Though the service providers are not saying for sure that when it will be launched in the country, but September launch is the most probable as insiders reveal.
In the meantime it is not clear as to whether the Indian government has issued final guidelines on the auction of 3G (third generation telephony) spectrum and licenses in India or not.
Apple has already sold around four million iPhones since its US launch on June 29 last year, and its chief Steve Jobs has targeted sales of 10 million units by December 2008.
Dell launches studio notebooks
Dell has launched Studio, a new series of laptops in US market. The new Dell laptop series offers combination of aesthetics and technology, claims Dell. Laptops named as Dell Studio 15 and Dell Studio 17 are the two initial products, which belong to the newest Studio series.
Both the new laptops possess sleek designs, striking visual color elements and personalization options. The color range of the laptop includes Plum Purple, Tangerine Orange, Flamingo Pink, Midnight Blue, Ruby Red, Spring Green, standard Jet Black and Graphite Grey.
"People seeking stunning design, brilliant colors, and innovative new technology find inspiration in Dell's new Studio brand," said Michael Tatelman, vice president of Dell consumer sales and marketing worldwide. "These products are built for today's digital nomad based on the millions of conversations we have every year on dell.com, Ideastorm and community forums. With Dell Studio we're answering the call for personalization, connectivity and simplicity."
Talking about the features of the Dell Studio 15 or Studio 17, both the laptops are equipped with Dell Dock, a task-based application organizer places the most frequently accessed programs front and center. Moreover the Dell Video Chat allows users to communicate with their loved once with just a one-click.It also sports an option of fingerprint reader along with Blu-ray Disc drives and Built-in mobile broadband.
With the Studio 15 or Studio 17 laptops, Dell has announced to offer optional color-coordinated accessories and peripherals like backpacks and slip covers, mice, ear buds, etc. Hence the buyers will enjoy personalized laptops and peripherals.
The Dell Studio 15 and Studio 17 are now available for purchase on www.dell.com/studio starting at $799 and $999 respectivel
