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Sony PS Vita review: portable gaming’s new hope or next flop?
Feb 22nd
As of today, the PS Vita is officially available in North America and Europe (not just for consumers who bought the First Edition 3G model). Backed with a $50 million advertising campaign — the largest for any PlayStation system — Sony is letting the world know that its still very serious about portable gaming.
On a technical engineering level, the PS Vita is unmatched. As we’ve said before, the PS Vita’s graphical prowess nearly rivals that of the powerful PlayStation 3. But beautiful graphics aren’t the only thing that that makes the PS Vita attractive.
The magic all comes together with a gorgeous 5-inch OLED touchscreen, dual-analog sticks, rear touchpad (the first on any gaming device), dual-cameras and library of launch games that cater to everybody, from the casual to the hardcore.
I’ve been playing with the PS Vita for nearly two weeks. To find out if the PS Vita really is the “best PlayStation ever” or not, read on for my full review.
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Apple: Banning iPad Sales Would ‘Hurt China’s National Interest’
Feb 22nd
Apple once more squared off in court in Shanghai Wednesday with Proview, the company challenging the use of the “iPad” name. Apple argued that a ban on iPad sales would be negative for the nation of China.
Katie Marsal, reporting for AppleInsider:
“Proview has no product, no markets, no customers and no suppliers. It has nothing,” Hu Jinnan, a lawyer representing Apple, told the court, according to Reuters. “Apple has huge sales in China. Its fans line up to buy Apple products. The ban, if executed, would not only hurt Apple sales but it would also hurt China’s national interest.”
More than 100 reporters were present for the hearing. A ruling from the Shanghai Pudong New Area People’s Court is expected to be handed down soon.
Proview claims that it owns the right to the iPad name, and has asked the court to halt sales of the Apple tablet in China. The company has had some small success in having devices pulled from shelves in a handful of locations.
Proview said once more on Wednesday that they are open to an out of court settlement with Apple. Negotiations have not as yet begun.
Proview’s ownership of the iPad name originates with a product they released in 1999 with the same name. The product was a basic desktop computer.
Apple contends that Proview refuses to honor an existing agreement between the two companies, one that Proview contends was an unauthorized transaction with a Taiwanese affiliate.
Apple has threatened to sue the company for defamation, claiming that Proview has released false and misleading statements to the press.
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TASCAM iM2 Channel Portable Digital Recorder
Feb 22nd
Tascam has released the iM2 stereo microphone for iOS devices. The gadget turns the iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch into a high-quality stereo recorder. The Tascam iM2 features a pair of condenser microphones that are adjustable over 180 degrees for optimal sound placement. The iM2 features a microphone preamp and an analog-to-digital converter that enables the device to handle up to 125dB SPL sounds for the loudest concerts and instruments. Other specs include a stereo limiter to block sudden loud sounds. The Tascam iM2 stereo microphone for iOS devices is priced at $70.88 a pop. [Amazon]
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Quad-core LG X3 could launch as Optimus 4X HD
Feb 22nd
Just as LG’s first dual-core handset denoted its power with the Optimus 2X name, so will the manufacturer’s first quad-core phone, PocketNow reports. The phone rumored as the LG X3, which is said to feature a 4.7-inch 720p display, will honor the four magnitudes of power provided by its Tegra 3 processor when it launches as the LG Optimus 4X HD. The name seems like a no-brainer when taking LG’s previous releases into account.
References to a T-Mobile G4X have recently been spotted, suggesting that the sequel to the Optimus 2X will also make its way to that network. The T-Mobile G2X was the carrier’s branding for last year’s model.
LG has been busy announcing a few of their handsets, including the Optimus 3D Max and Optimus 3D Cube, ahead of Mobile World Congress, but we suspect they will keep their biggest new addition under cover until their press conference in Barcelona this Sunday.
[via PocketNow]
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LG officially announces the Optimus 3D Max and Optimus 3D Cube
Feb 22nd
We’ve been hearing about the possible followup to the LG Optimus 3D (LG Thrill in the states) as the Optimus 3D Max. LG just made it official, but if you live in Korea, it will be called the Cube. Although the 3D Max name will be available in Europe, it’s unlikely to bare that name if it comes to the U.S. Maybe the LG Thrill Max?
What makes this an upgrade? Well it’s the first smartphone that can edit 3D videos and photos. It’s also a little thinner (now 9.6mm vs 11.9mm) and it has NFC, which support LG Tag+ stickers. LG’s Tag+ stickers are similar to Sony’s SmartTags in that you can easily change your phone’s settings with a quick swipe.
Throw this one in the bucket of phones that’s releasing with Android 2.3 Gingerbread, while the Ice Cream Sandwich SDK was available 4 months ago. LG does promise an Ice Cream Sandwich update soon, whatever that means. We can expect to see this baby at next week’s Mobile World Congress and should be available in Korea starting in March, followed by Europe. No word on a U.S release at this time. Hit the break for the full specs and pressers for both versions.
Key Specs:
- Chipset: 1.2GHz Dual-Core processor (OMAP4430)
- Display: 4.3-inch 3D WVGA Display with Corning Gorilla Glass 2
- Memory: 8GB Internal Storage, 1GB Internal Memory
- Camera: 5MP Dual-lens
- OS: Android 2.3 Gingerbread
- Battery: 1,520 mAh
- Others: HSPA+ 21Mbps, HDMI connection 2D/3D TV/monitor up to 1080p via MHL, DNLA for wireless connection with TV/PC (3D video also supported), NFC Full Support, LG Tag+
Full press release 3D Max:
LG WOWS THE WORLD AGAIN WITH OPTIMUS 3D MAX AT MWC 2012
More Than Just Glasses-Free 3D, Optimus 3D Max
Pushes the Boundaries of Power Features and Performance
SEOUL, Feb. 22, 2012 – Following in the footsteps of last year’s glasses-free 3D smartphone, LG Electronics will publicly unveil the Optimus 3D Max at the 2012 Mobile World Congress (MWC). With powerful 3D technology and sleeker design, the Optimus 3D Max provides a complete 3D entertainment platform and marks a big leap forward in the ever-expanding 3D ecosystem.
“The Optimus 3D Max was born from LG’s constant efforts to bring user entertainment experience to a higher level,” said Dr. Jong-seok Park, President and CEO of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. “The introduction of the Optimus 3D last year ushered in a new era for smartphones and Optimus 3D Max is real proof of LG’s commitment to portable 3D entertainment.”
LG Optimus 3D Max is equipped with diverse innovations and offers users with advancements including:
■ True Performance Muscle with Latest Mobile Technologies
LG Optimus 3D Max is a powerful smartphone in both 2D and 3D mode and a pleasure to view with LG’s exclusive brightened display. 3G’s network speed has been also improved to HSPA+ 21Mbps. LG Tag+ offers advanced NFC (Near Field Communication) capabilities designed to promote greater user convenience. One of its benefits is automatic setting changes which are possible by creating predefined tags that are customized to certain modes such as car-mode, office-mode or sleep-mode. Depending on location, the predefined tags will automatically adjust various phone settings including Wi-Fi, bluetooth, GPS and sound volume.
Beyond its already innovative features, attendees of MWC 2012 will see some of the future benefits that will be made available through a Maintenance Release or an application available on the LG SmartWorld (www.LGsmartworld.com). Additional features include:
- HD Converter to offer HD quality on a TV connected through MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link), when transforming Open GL-based 2D games and applications to 3D and viewing Google Earth;
- Range Finder to calculate the distance between the camera and the subject as well as the dimensions of an object through triangulation;
- Out-focusing Shot to enhance camera quality beyond that of other smartphones through image processing using depth information.
■ True 3D Entertainment Features with Improved 2D-3D Compatibility
Users can convert Google Earth, Google Maps and other road views into 3D using the enhanced 3D Converter. Furthermore, 3D photos and videos captured by the Optimus 3D Max can also be viewed in a single-screen mode in 2D, using the 3D Hot Key mounted on the side of the phone to easily toggle between 2D and 3D. LG also plans to continue expanding video contents, applications and games optimized for the 3D Converter available from the 3D Zone at LG SmartWorld.
■ True Excellence in Design with Slimmer and Lighter Body
The LG Optimus 3D Max’s premium design comes from LG’s commitment to fine details. LG focused on trimming details on the design of the Optimus 3D Max by keeping only the essentials and eliminating everything else. Measuring only 9.6 mm thin and weighing 148 grams, the lean body with metallic and rounded edges incorporates the best 3D features in addition to desirable 2D features. The Optimus 3D Max includes unique 3D-style cubicle icons which users can customize with their own photos through the Icon Customizer.
The Optimus 3D Max will first launch in Korea in March and will gradually roll out in other markets starting in Europe. The device will receive an upgrade to Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich from Android 2.3 Gingerbread shortly after the launch.
Key Specifications:
o Chipset: 1.2GHz Dual-Core processor (OMAP4430)
o Display: 4.3-inch 3D WVGA Display with Corning? Gorilla? Glass 2
o Memory: 8GB Internal Storage, 1GB Internal Memory
o Camera: 5MP Dual-lens
o OS: Android 2.3 Gingerbread
o Battery: 1,520 mAh
o Others: HSPA+ 21Mbps, HDMI connection 2D/3D TV/monitor up to 1080p via MHL, DNLA for wireless connection with TV/PC (3D video also supported), NFC Full Support, LG Tag+
Full presser for Cube (translated):
LG Electronics’ Optimus 3D Cube (Cube) Launches
In early March, LG Electronics next-generation 3D smartphone “Optimus 3D Cube, (Model: LG-SU870) ‘will be released by SK Telecom only.
“Optimus 3D Cube (Cube) in collaboration with LG Electronics, SK Telecom 3G smartphone with planned premium, MWC (Mobile World Congress) from the previous global mobile-related media, the most pre-qualified products is one of the articles.
The most noticeable feature phones can decorate the way you want your own ‘My Suit icon’, ’3 D editing freedom ‘,’ LG Tag Plus (Tag +) ‘is equipped with specific functions, such as colorful.
“I feel like it icon ‘feature jointly developed by LG Electronics and SK Telecom, the first feature phone, smart phone menus and icons typical user through a simple touch yourself or download a picture you can decorate with images freely is a specialized function.
For example, the application’s icon to the alarm of his image changed to a cute dog or kakaohtok most frequently used icons such as pictures of lovers, etc. can be replaced, via cell phone to express your own individuality young cheungeurobuteo ‘ decorate my phone ‘is expected to provoke a frenzy.
In addition, LG Electronics’ Optimus 3D Cube (Cube) to strengthen significantly in the funny 3D features can be enjoyed in 3D, 2D games, and general imaging and specific applications, such as Naver Map is available to convert to 3D.
Together, the world’s first 3D video editing fun memories Would you like to apply lovers, young married couples want to leave your baby growing more expensive camcorders do not have to buy 3D shoot in 3D, look directly edit the phone without glasses, 3D computer and so you can watch 3D TV connected.
Only aepseutoeoin LG Electronics’ LG Smart World, a 3D-only applications, and 60 kinds of video content starting in the second quarter is expected to provide.
In addition, NFC (Near Field Communications, short-range wireless communication) utilizing ‘LG Tag Plus (Tag +)’ functions. ‘LG Tag Plus (Tag +)’ em, mobile phone sticker on the tag with the Sleep Mode Operation, Office mode, auto mode, auto mode, and change the lives of a variety of environments is a possible feature.
Optimus 3D Cube (Cube) is 9.6mm, 148g of the specification was released to the world’s thinnest, lightest and most of 3D smartphone brightness 520 (2D) / 250 (3D) Nitro is the brightest. 3D Cube on the LG Optimus’ thinnest and lightest 3D mobile phone “field is pushing the Guinness Book of World Records listed.
LG Electronics, Jong – Seok MC (Mobile Communications) Portfolio Management, “LG Electronics and SK Telecom’s strategic partnerships with both 3D and 3G hit the market,” he said.
LG Electronics’ Optimus 3D Cube (Cube) is coming on Feb. 27 held in Barcelona, Spain, MWC (Mobile World Congress) is scheduled to be released in the first
[LG-SU 870, Optimus 3D Cube (Cube) Specifications:
Size: 126.8 x 67.4 x 9.6
Weight: 148g
Display: 4.3 inches wide viewing angle (IPS) LCD screen
Camera: Dual 5MP AF, (front) 300,000 pixels ( rear) 5-megapixel
Memory: 16GB
CPU: 1.2GHz dual-core processor,
the operating system: Android 2.3 version Gingerbread
Battery: 1,520 mAh
Others: NFC, LG Tag + (tag stickers 2 sheets support)
has shipped: .847,000 won
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