The new application makes use of a femtocell’s ability to detect home presence, sending someone a reminder message as soon as he or she arrives home. ip.access’ “fridge notes” service works on any SMS capable handset, but the new iPhone version actually displays the messages on a virtual fridge, allowing the recipient to manage them just like real fridge notes. The message, which can be composed and sent using Facebook, can be unpeeled, moved to a corner of the fridge door, or removed altogether if the message is no longer relevant.
“Since the very early days, the industry has been discussing the potential for new applications based on the home presence information provided by a femtocell. The virtual fridge integrates the femtocell with two of the world’s most popular communication mediums – Facebook and the iPhone – to deliver a useful new service,” says Stephen Mallinson, CEO at ip.access. “As the preferred communication hub for millions of people around the world, Facebook is the ideal place to leave reminder messages for friends, who can use the iPhone’s unique user interface to manage the important jobs they need to do at home.”
The application also uses a femtocell’s home presence detection capability to automatically update a person’s Facebook status, meaning all their friends and family can see when they’ve arrived home.
ip.access has taken a strong lead in promoting femtocell services, and has helped to initiate the Femto Forum Services Special Interest Group (SIG), which seeks to foster a developer community to build femtocell services. It was also the first company to demonstrate femtocell-enabled connected home services, showcasing many different uses of femtocell technology in a home environment.
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Thursday, July 2, 2009
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
iPhone OS 3.0 Review online
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Sure we’re all anticipating the arrival of the new iPhone 3G S but in the mean time existing users will have to suffice with Apple’s latest iPhone update i.e. version 3.0. We’ve already told you time and time again about what the update will entail with regards to feature upgrades etc., so I have no intention of boring you with the details of once again. However, in case you haven’t yet upgraded your handset and are contemplating the same, here’s a quick review of my experience with the new upgrade.
New Looks , Apps. And Speed
First off, there’s really no visible difference in the UI except for the fact that you’ll notice the Voice Memo application icon, The SMS texting icon is also no devoid of the name and simply has a little voice bubble. All else is the same. One of the biggest issues I have with the handset after upgrade the OS to 3.0 was that it began operating a little slower than usual. It took over a second or so, with a jerky response to change screens, or even just to come back to the main menu desktop after exiting a function. Changing of the screens orientation was also not as smooth as before and that was quite disturbing.
Type Anyway YOU want
A couple of things that I believe are the strongest points of the upgrade that really bring out the best with the handset are the landscape keyboard and Copy + Paste functionality. The keyboard can be used in both forms now making messaging or even taking notes so much easier in landscape. It did take usually long for the orientation to switch form portrait to landscape and although that pissed me off, I still think that the keyboard is so much more functional in this view.
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The second feature that will be a boon to any iPhone user is the Cut/Copy+Paste functionality. Simply tap the screen where there’s writing in a message or note and there options will pop up – Select All which will select all the text on the screen, Select which gives you the control to slide across the screen and choose what you wish to highlight for copying and then of course Cut and Copy. To Paste the information anywhere, just press and hold down on the area you need to copy to and you’ll get a Paste option pop up. Brilliant! Absolutely Brilliant! You can even copy information off of websites, like email addresses phone numbers etc. The procedure is exactly the same. It’s also a lot easier as you can double tap to zoom into a page for easier viewing.
MMS - Too Little Too Late?
MMS has all but faded away into the recesses of social networking (SN) where it’s so much easier to just take a picture and uploaded onto a blog of SN site into your profile for everyone to see. So the iPhone having MMS is, in my opinion, too little too late. With free downloadable apps of sites like Twitter and Facebook that allow you to directly upload images, it makes more sense to do that than pay for MMS. Of course the sliver lining is that you can share pictures on a more one on one basis with contacts, then again you could also use email for the same. But MMS will come in handy when you need to send out a video, except existing users with an iPhone first Gen or 3G don’t have a video recorder.
Sunday, June 14, 2009
APPLE iPHONE 3G 16GB Product Description
Carrier:
AT&T, Cingular, Cellular One, Fido, Rogers Wireless, SunCom, T-Mobile, TracFone, Vodaphone, Orange, O2, Oi, Telefonica, Movistar, Tim, Telnor, and many others! Brand: Apple iPhone
Model: iPhone 3G
Type: Smartphone (PDA Phone)
Technology: GSM
Camera: 1-2 Megapixels
Features:
Voice-Activated Dialing, USB Interface, Touch Screen, Speakerphone, SMS-Text Messaging, Internet Browser, PDA-PC Sync, Calendar, MP3 Player, Email Access, Video Streaming, Bluetooth Enabled, Color Screen, Video Recording, Warranty, GPS, Java Enabled
Condition: New, Never Opened
Friday, June 12, 2009
The iPhone 3G S: Coming to a country near you
Like the iPhone 3G, the new iPhone 3G S won't be released to the entire world at once. Rather, it will be released on three dates following its initial June 19 debut. Apple announced the 90 countries at the WWDC 2009 keynote, but they flashed by quickly so we don't blame you if you missed your country. Here's what we know so far.
June 19 releases
June 26 releases
July releases
June 19 releases
- Canada
- France
- Germany
- Italy
- Spain
- Switzerland
- United Kingdom
- United States
June 26 releases
- Australia
- Austria
- Belgium
- Ireland
- Japan
- Netherlands
July releases
- Bulgaria
- Colombia
- Croatia
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Dominican Republic
- El Salvador
- Estonia
- Finland
- Greece
- Guatemala
- Hong Kong
- Hungary
- Latvia
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Macedonia
- Malaysia
- Malta
- Mexico
- Moldova
- Montenegro
- New Zealand
- Norway
- Philippines
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Singapore
- Slovakia
- South Africa
- Sweden
- Uruguay
- Argentina
- Botswana
- Brazil
- Cameroon
- Central African Republic
- Chile
- Ecuador
- Egypt
- Guinea
- Honduras
- India
- Indonesia
- Ivory Coast
- Jamaica
- Jordan
- Kenya
- Madagascar
- Mali
- Mauritius
- Nicaragua
- Niger
- Panama
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Russia
- Saudi Arabia
- Senegal
- Taiwan
- Thailand
- Turkey
- United Arab Emirates
- Venezuela
iPhone 3G S First Take
iPhone fans got what they were waiting for June 8 when the third-generation model of Apple's popular handset made its debut during the WWDC 2009 keynote. The iPhone 3G S, which will hit stores June 19, promises a faster iPhone with an extended battery life, more memory, and improved features. It looks exactly the same as the previous model, but both the 16GB ($199) and new 32GB ($299) models will come in white and black versions.
Though the jump from the iPhone 3G to the 3G S isn't quite as big as the jump from the first- to second-generation models, this latest handset still adds enough new features to make it a compelling upgrade for some users. And when you add in all the new features that will come with the iPhone OS 3.0 (available June 17), we finally get an iPhone that can run thousands of snazzy applications and do something as basic as send a multimedia message.
Yet, we still have some concerns. A faster AT&T 3G network isn't going to happen overnight, and some features, like tethering and the aforementioned multimedia messaging, won't happen right away. We also came away from the keynote without any mention of call quality, which, as any iPhone owner can tell you, remains far from perfect. But most importantly, the iPhone 3G S's price will vary widely depending on your eligibility. If you can get it at the lowest prices, it's worth your while. But if you're not yet eligible for a discounted upgrade, we suggest that you wait.
Speed
Phil Schiller, Apple's senior vice president of worldwide product marketing, promised that iPhone 3G S (the "S" stand for speed) will be faster in a number of ways. Not only will a new processor enable it to load apps faster, but it will also utilize an upgraded AT&T 3G network for speedier Web browsing. We expected both of these improvements, so we're not surprised that they are the new model's prime selling points. I'll start with the processor.
Schiller didn't provide any hard metrics on the new processor, but he said that the 3G S would open applications two times faster than the previous two iPhones. Honestly, this isn't something that we've been pining for--we would much prefer to get Palm Pre-style multitasking--but we'll welcome it just the same. We'll have to wait for a review model to see how much faster the 3G S is.
On the other hand, we've eagerly been awaiting zippier 3G speeds, so we're glad to hear that they're on their way. Here, too, Schiller was short on specifics outside of mentioning AT&T's forthcoming HSPA network upgrade to 7.2Mbps. That is an important qualifier considering that AT&T won't start rolling out the faster network until later this year. What's more, full deployment is scheduled for 2011. Though we expect that urban areas will be first, coverage will vary widely for the next year, at least. As such, we don't predict any miracles soon.
Battery life
Though battery life on the first iPhone was mostly satisfactory, the iPhone 3G sucks up juice rapidly. Indeed, you're lucky if your handset lasts longer than a day of heavy use. Luckily, the iPhone 3G S offers some hope. Schiller rattled off statistics that certainly sound promising. It should offer 9 hours of Wi-Fi battery life, 10 hours on video playback, 30 hours on audio playback, 12 hours 2G talk time, and 5 hours 3G talk time. Like with the processor, we'll have to wait for our review unit to see if these ratings hold up, but we like what we're hearing so far.
Camera
Up until now, the iPhone's camera has been good, but far from great. Though picture quality is decent, camera editing features on the first two iPhones are nonexistent. The minimalist shooters bothered us so much that we began to worry if Apple was leading a new trend of "dumbing down" cell phone cameras.
The iPhone 3G S, however, has helped put some of those fears to rest. Apple boosted the camera's resolution to 3 megapixels and it added an autofocus feature. In the future, you'll also get settings for white balance, exposure, low-light sensitivity, and a macro mode for close-up photos. The autofocus feature appeared to work well during the keynote so we're looking forward to testing it ourselves.
Video recording
When we last asked about video recording at the OS 3.0 announcementin March, Apple wouldn't comment on whether it would come to the iPhone. So we have to admit that we weren't expecting it to happen anytime soon. But thanks to its improved camera, the iPhone 3G S will offer the ability to record VGA clips at 30 frames per second. It also promises a nifty editing feature that will let you trim clips to your liking. And once you're done, you can upload them to YouTube with just a couple of clicks. Again, it looked good onstage so we're excited to check it out.
Voice Control
We've long berated Apple for not including voice dialing on the iPhone. So when we heard that it would be on the iPhone 3G S, our initial reaction was a cynical "it's about time." Yet, our hearts softened just the slightest bit when we saw that the new Voice Control feature will go far beyond just voice dialing and commands.
Sure, you'll be able to dial a contact using your voice, but you'll also be able to activate the iPod player by asking for a particular music track or artist. What's more, you can use Voice Control to identify a song by name and you can ask to play related tracks (as they're associated in the iTunes Genius feature). Seeing those additional features almost makes us forgive Apple for taking so long to add something as basic as voice dialing, but not quite.
Compass
We were a little skeptical when we heard that the new iPhone might offer a digital compass. Yet, Schiller confirmed that the rumors were true. Like any other compass it will automatically point to north, but it also will integrate with Google Maps to point you in the right direction. A nice touch, to be sure.
What didn't we get?
Fortunately, this list is getting shorter with each incarnation of the iPhone. Though OS 3.0 adds many notable missing features like multimedia messaging, turn-by-turn directions and stereo Bluetooth, there are a few capabilities still lacking. Flash support for the Safari browser, app folders for the home screen and USB mass storage are just a few. And hey, though we know that we'll never get it, we'll throw in a user-replaceable battery too.
So should you buy it?
Like we said earlier, the iPhone 3G S offers some notable feature improvements, but it doesn't offer quite the same leap that the iPhone 3G offered over the first-generation model. If you don't own an iPhone yet, and you've been waiting around to see what happens, now is the time to go for it. The same goes for iPhone Classic owners who never made the jump to the iPhone 3G.
But, if you're a current iPhone 3G owner, the answer isn't so clear. If you're eligible to upgrade at the cheaper prices ($199 or $299), then we suggest doing so, as long as you remember that a new two-year contract is required. If you own an iPhone 3G, but are not eligible for the upgrade yet, then we recommend waiting. As much as the iPhone 3G S brings, it's not worth the extra $200 that both the 16GB and 32GB models will cost you. In the meantime, you will get the new OS 3.0 features when they're released for the iPhone 3G on June 17. But not only that, you'll have extra money to spend on apps.
Though the jump from the iPhone 3G to the 3G S isn't quite as big as the jump from the first- to second-generation models, this latest handset still adds enough new features to make it a compelling upgrade for some users. And when you add in all the new features that will come with the iPhone OS 3.0 (available June 17), we finally get an iPhone that can run thousands of snazzy applications and do something as basic as send a multimedia message.
Yet, we still have some concerns. A faster AT&T 3G network isn't going to happen overnight, and some features, like tethering and the aforementioned multimedia messaging, won't happen right away. We also came away from the keynote without any mention of call quality, which, as any iPhone owner can tell you, remains far from perfect. But most importantly, the iPhone 3G S's price will vary widely depending on your eligibility. If you can get it at the lowest prices, it's worth your while. But if you're not yet eligible for a discounted upgrade, we suggest that you wait.
Speed
Phil Schiller, Apple's senior vice president of worldwide product marketing, promised that iPhone 3G S (the "S" stand for speed) will be faster in a number of ways. Not only will a new processor enable it to load apps faster, but it will also utilize an upgraded AT&T 3G network for speedier Web browsing. We expected both of these improvements, so we're not surprised that they are the new model's prime selling points. I'll start with the processor.
Schiller didn't provide any hard metrics on the new processor, but he said that the 3G S would open applications two times faster than the previous two iPhones. Honestly, this isn't something that we've been pining for--we would much prefer to get Palm Pre-style multitasking--but we'll welcome it just the same. We'll have to wait for a review model to see how much faster the 3G S is.
On the other hand, we've eagerly been awaiting zippier 3G speeds, so we're glad to hear that they're on their way. Here, too, Schiller was short on specifics outside of mentioning AT&T's forthcoming HSPA network upgrade to 7.2Mbps. That is an important qualifier considering that AT&T won't start rolling out the faster network until later this year. What's more, full deployment is scheduled for 2011. Though we expect that urban areas will be first, coverage will vary widely for the next year, at least. As such, we don't predict any miracles soon.
Battery life
Though battery life on the first iPhone was mostly satisfactory, the iPhone 3G sucks up juice rapidly. Indeed, you're lucky if your handset lasts longer than a day of heavy use. Luckily, the iPhone 3G S offers some hope. Schiller rattled off statistics that certainly sound promising. It should offer 9 hours of Wi-Fi battery life, 10 hours on video playback, 30 hours on audio playback, 12 hours 2G talk time, and 5 hours 3G talk time. Like with the processor, we'll have to wait for our review unit to see if these ratings hold up, but we like what we're hearing so far.
Camera
Up until now, the iPhone's camera has been good, but far from great. Though picture quality is decent, camera editing features on the first two iPhones are nonexistent. The minimalist shooters bothered us so much that we began to worry if Apple was leading a new trend of "dumbing down" cell phone cameras.
The iPhone 3G S, however, has helped put some of those fears to rest. Apple boosted the camera's resolution to 3 megapixels and it added an autofocus feature. In the future, you'll also get settings for white balance, exposure, low-light sensitivity, and a macro mode for close-up photos. The autofocus feature appeared to work well during the keynote so we're looking forward to testing it ourselves.
Video recording
When we last asked about video recording at the OS 3.0 announcementin March, Apple wouldn't comment on whether it would come to the iPhone. So we have to admit that we weren't expecting it to happen anytime soon. But thanks to its improved camera, the iPhone 3G S will offer the ability to record VGA clips at 30 frames per second. It also promises a nifty editing feature that will let you trim clips to your liking. And once you're done, you can upload them to YouTube with just a couple of clicks. Again, it looked good onstage so we're excited to check it out.
Voice Control
We've long berated Apple for not including voice dialing on the iPhone. So when we heard that it would be on the iPhone 3G S, our initial reaction was a cynical "it's about time." Yet, our hearts softened just the slightest bit when we saw that the new Voice Control feature will go far beyond just voice dialing and commands.
Sure, you'll be able to dial a contact using your voice, but you'll also be able to activate the iPod player by asking for a particular music track or artist. What's more, you can use Voice Control to identify a song by name and you can ask to play related tracks (as they're associated in the iTunes Genius feature). Seeing those additional features almost makes us forgive Apple for taking so long to add something as basic as voice dialing, but not quite.
Compass
We were a little skeptical when we heard that the new iPhone might offer a digital compass. Yet, Schiller confirmed that the rumors were true. Like any other compass it will automatically point to north, but it also will integrate with Google Maps to point you in the right direction. A nice touch, to be sure.
What didn't we get?
Fortunately, this list is getting shorter with each incarnation of the iPhone. Though OS 3.0 adds many notable missing features like multimedia messaging, turn-by-turn directions and stereo Bluetooth, there are a few capabilities still lacking. Flash support for the Safari browser, app folders for the home screen and USB mass storage are just a few. And hey, though we know that we'll never get it, we'll throw in a user-replaceable battery too.
So should you buy it?
Like we said earlier, the iPhone 3G S offers some notable feature improvements, but it doesn't offer quite the same leap that the iPhone 3G offered over the first-generation model. If you don't own an iPhone yet, and you've been waiting around to see what happens, now is the time to go for it. The same goes for iPhone Classic owners who never made the jump to the iPhone 3G.
But, if you're a current iPhone 3G owner, the answer isn't so clear. If you're eligible to upgrade at the cheaper prices ($199 or $299), then we suggest doing so, as long as you remember that a new two-year contract is required. If you own an iPhone 3G, but are not eligible for the upgrade yet, then we recommend waiting. As much as the iPhone 3G S brings, it's not worth the extra $200 that both the 16GB and 32GB models will cost you. In the meantime, you will get the new OS 3.0 features when they're released for the iPhone 3G on June 17. But not only that, you'll have extra money to spend on apps.
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Another Bite of the Apple for iPhone Lovers
With its iPhone OS 3.0 release around the corner, Apple has announced the availibility of another iPhone model, the iPhone 3G S. The new model comes in 16GB and 32GB capacities, priced at $199 and $299 respectively, while the iPhone 3G 8GB model will now be available for a mere $99.
The latest version comes with upgraded internals which promise some new features and twice the performance. It brings with it a feature that has been heavily requested by iPhone users video recording. Yes! The iPhone 3G S will come with a 3MP camera in lieu of the current 2MP camera and will support video recording, and will infact come with support for editing video as well. You can now record VGA quality video at upto 30fps. The camera also comes with an auto-focus and auto-white-balance now.
Other new features include, an integrated compass, headphones with remote and voice control. You will also of course get all the new features provided by the iPhone OS 3.0 such as copy-paste and MMS. It also now supports HSDPA at 7.2MBPS instead of 3.6MBPS for faster browsing. It also claims to have an improved battery life compared to the iPhone 3G.
With these new features it now catches up (to an extent) to the many smart-phones which have held their own despite it's attractive multi-touch interface. The video recording feature itself should attract many of those who had held off the Apple path.
The phone will be available in the US from 19th of June two days after the release of iPhone OS 3.0, and is expected to release in India shortly after it stops being cool.
The latest version comes with upgraded internals which promise some new features and twice the performance. It brings with it a feature that has been heavily requested by iPhone users video recording. Yes! The iPhone 3G S will come with a 3MP camera in lieu of the current 2MP camera and will support video recording, and will infact come with support for editing video as well. You can now record VGA quality video at upto 30fps. The camera also comes with an auto-focus and auto-white-balance now.
Other new features include, an integrated compass, headphones with remote and voice control. You will also of course get all the new features provided by the iPhone OS 3.0 such as copy-paste and MMS. It also now supports HSDPA at 7.2MBPS instead of 3.6MBPS for faster browsing. It also claims to have an improved battery life compared to the iPhone 3G.
With these new features it now catches up (to an extent) to the many smart-phones which have held their own despite it's attractive multi-touch interface. The video recording feature itself should attract many of those who had held off the Apple path.
The phone will be available in the US from 19th of June two days after the release of iPhone OS 3.0, and is expected to release in India shortly after it stops being cool.
Apple iPhone 3G
Apple’s design sense has always been splendid; the iPhone 3G doesn’t break that rule. The first time you look at it; you’ll think iPod Touch on a high-fat diet. Thankfully the rear resists normal smudging and scratches. It’s not a very thick device but feels large to hold; although with a 3.5-inch screen this isn’t exactly a design flaw. Build quality is excellent. Quality of buttons and switches on the device are top-class. The buttons on the sides, top and the headphone jack are chromed and along with the black bezel and chrome trim this adds further visual appeal. Apple’s menu system is excellent with the single Home button being perfectly functional; most phones with extra keys look Jurassic in comparison.
And we’re not kidding; the 3G’s appeal lies in its blatantly simple and usable interface and the sheer joy and funkiness of a touch and finger swipe navigation system that works flawlessly. Once you use the Touch or the iPhone you’ll realise the countless lookalikes these devices have spawned are light years away from the real thing. The phone’s proximity sensor and low-light sensor work flawlessly.
The iPhone menus work well, but the on-screen keypad is a little small and you will make a few incorrect key taps for the first month or so, which won’t please SMS junkies. The phone’s number pad is huge though; and you’ll have to be a clod to goof up typing out numbers. There is no way to delete or select multiple messages. You also cannot save a typed out SMS as a draft. Given the problem with the cramped keypad we’d have thought a Bluetooth keyboard would help but Apple chose to cut us short; the iPhone’s Bluetooth only works with headsets and not with other devices. File transfer over Bluetooth is also missed.
In terms of signal quality we found the iPhone to be lacking when we put it through its paces in comparison to other phones. It’s way behind some of the Nokias and behind some of the other phones too. The loudspeaker also distorts a lot. Thankfully the handsfree unit is as excellent as we’ve seen and really gets one through many calls where the signal quality is not as good thanks to its high volume level and exceptional clarity. Music quality on headphones is also superb.
It has a lot of niggles to work through as well as some features that it badly needs, but the iPhone 3G is a stylish device. Priced at Rs. 35,000 from operators such as Vodafone and Airtel, it’s not a phone for everyone. But those who succumb to its charms are sure to become fans.
And we’re not kidding; the 3G’s appeal lies in its blatantly simple and usable interface and the sheer joy and funkiness of a touch and finger swipe navigation system that works flawlessly. Once you use the Touch or the iPhone you’ll realise the countless lookalikes these devices have spawned are light years away from the real thing. The phone’s proximity sensor and low-light sensor work flawlessly.
The iPhone menus work well, but the on-screen keypad is a little small and you will make a few incorrect key taps for the first month or so, which won’t please SMS junkies. The phone’s number pad is huge though; and you’ll have to be a clod to goof up typing out numbers. There is no way to delete or select multiple messages. You also cannot save a typed out SMS as a draft. Given the problem with the cramped keypad we’d have thought a Bluetooth keyboard would help but Apple chose to cut us short; the iPhone’s Bluetooth only works with headsets and not with other devices. File transfer over Bluetooth is also missed.
In terms of signal quality we found the iPhone to be lacking when we put it through its paces in comparison to other phones. It’s way behind some of the Nokias and behind some of the other phones too. The loudspeaker also distorts a lot. Thankfully the handsfree unit is as excellent as we’ve seen and really gets one through many calls where the signal quality is not as good thanks to its high volume level and exceptional clarity. Music quality on headphones is also superb.
It has a lot of niggles to work through as well as some features that it badly needs, but the iPhone 3G is a stylish device. Priced at Rs. 35,000 from operators such as Vodafone and Airtel, it’s not a phone for everyone. But those who succumb to its charms are sure to become fans.
Saturday, December 20, 2008
Apple iphone pictures and images
Apple Inc. joined the cellular phone world in 2007 with the introduction of the iPhone. Because Apple creates the hardware, operating system and many built-in applications, Apple computers are truly integrated systems with vastly superior support.
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