Category Archives: Mobility

LG Optimus Tag LTE makes its way to Korea

LG Optimus Tag LTE makes its way to Korea

LG seems to be on a throttle revealing devices day on day just a week before MWC 2012, yesterday we had news on the Optimus Vu which is now further followed by the Optimus Tag LTE smartphone that makes its launch in Korea ending February this year.  The word “Tag” attached to the device exhibits NFC capable functionality implementing LG’s Tag+ stickers that allow switching profiles, enabling GPS, Bluetooth etc. For example: If you enter your workplace you may swipe your phone to enable silent profile, similarly to turn on navigation or GPS you may use the Tag+ sticker in your car to switch on the features enabled on to it. This seems to bring some good changes as we generally tend to forget stuff while we are on the run, with this new implementation it could be a lot easier to increase productivity and simplicity as these are user programmable and can be redone as many times as per your needs and moods. Sony has also brought a similar feature on to its selected Xperia handhelds that is also known as “Xperia Smart Tags” allowing NFC capable communication. The Optimus Tag LTE has a 4.3-inch IPS display, a 1.2GHz dual core processor, and the good old Android Gingerbread 2.3 to top it up.

LG Optimus Tag LTE Quick Specs:

  • 4.3-inch 650 nit IPS WVGA display (800×480 pixels)
  • 1.2 GHz Qualcomm Dual Core Processor
  • Android Gingerbread 2.3 (upgradable to Android ICS 4.0)
  • 5MP Auto-focus camera with LED Flash
  • 1.3MP front camera
  • 16GB internal storage
  • Sharing capabilities via NFC (LG Tag+), DLNA, MHL (Mobile High Definition Link)
  • 1700 mAh battery
  • Dimensions/Weight: 126.5 x 67.9 x 9.53mm / 141.7gms

The Optimus Tag LTE would available across Korea late February at a price tag of 800,000 Korean Won i.e. US$ 710. Information on the worldwide release of the smartphone is yet to be out. We would keep you posted for more news.

via LG Newsroom

LG launches the Optimus Vu 5-inch Android Smartphone

LG launches the Optimus Vu 5-inch Android Smartphone

Korean giant LG today announced the Optimus Vu smartphone featuring a 5-inch IPS display that has a 4:3 aspect ratio. The device runs on Android Gingerbread 2.3 and comes along with a stylus to flaunt. The phone plans to debut early March in the company’s homeland Korea with SK Telecom. There is no information yet on the worldwide release. LG promises to unveil more inputs about the Optimus Vu at MWC 2012 at Barcelona

Optimus Vu Quick Specs:

  • 5-inch IPS 650 nit display (1024 x 768)
  • Qualcomm 1.5GHz Dual Core Processor
  • Android Gingerbread 2.3 (upgradeable to ICS post release)
  •  8MP Auto-focus camera with LED
  • 1.3MP Front Camera
  • 32GB eMMC storage
  • Connectivity via HDMI, DLNA, Wi-Fi Direct
  • 2080 mAh battery
  • Dimensions/Weight: 139.6 x 90.4 x 8.5mm / 168g

We are eager to hear more about this gorgeous gadget, it seems that the trend would switch to tablet-phones with devices like the Samsung Note and the LG Optimus Vu evolving and bringing the change faster.

via LG Newsroom

 

HTC adds more models to Android ICS 4.0 update list for US and Canada

HTC adds more models to Android ICS 4.0 update list for US and Canada

HTC, in addition to its previous list of smartphones upgradable to Android Ice Cream Sandwich 4.0 have made some new additions to its portfolio and we expect even more to come in future as confirmed from HTC USA Facebook Page. The HTC Rhyme, HTC Thunderbolt, and HTC Droid 2 Incredible get added to the update list for Verizon Wireless users alongside previously announced HTC Rezound.

Canadian users with Bell and Rogers have HTC Raider to receive Android ICS 4.0.We expect HTC to share sweeter buzz on ICS, this one is becoming really bigger. 🙂

Adobe Flash, Google Maps, and Facebook for Android Updated

Adobe Flash, Google Maps, and Facebook for Android Updated

Today, we look into three recent updates that have been rolled out for Android apps that include Adobe Flash Player, Google Maps and Facebook.

Adobe Flash

The Adobe Flash update takes care of a security vulnerability that may cause the app to crash and gain access to the device. The update is important and we would suggest users to install this update whenever they have time.

Download from Android Market: Adobe Flash Player 11

Google Maps

The latest update for Google Maps is targeted for users who use Latitude as well as Location History as it fixes and improves issues pertaining to battery life. Besides the battery fix it also address some bug fixes that would make the overall experience enjoyable and fast.

Download from Android Market: Google Maps

Facebook

The Facebook app has been updated to version 1.83 that still has an older changelog attached to the update. We expect the update to address bug fixes and other performance issues with app. The update size is nice, so hopefully you all should update it. If we come to know any other info we would surely keep you posted on the same.

Download from Android Market: Facebook