Xperia Acro, Japanese version of Xperia Arc

Sony Ericsson presents new Android phone which is devoted in Japan, with a product called Xperia Acro. Actually Xperia Acro is Experia Arc is already in release.

Especially for Japan Xperia Arc was released in a different name ie Xperia Acro, sailed phone also has a 4.2 inch display Reality technology with mobile Bravia Engine.

From the side view, the phone is equipped with 8.1 megapixel camera with Exmor sensor R. The sensor is able to reduce noise during low lighting.

Xperia Acro comes with Android OS 2.3 Gingerbread, with a User Interface Japanese-made ​​by European companies.

Which became one differentiator is the version of Arc in Japan has a TV function and features an infrared port for sharing data to another device.

This phone will be available in Japan this summer, with a choice of black and white.

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HTC Bliss, Android Smarthphone just for Woman

HTC plans to launch smartphone targeting female consumers with the Android OS, with the launch of the HTC Bliss

Although not yet officially released, but leaked specs and photos of the HTC product prototypes Bliss has spread across many sites and technology blogs.

Based on information released by the blog This is my next, HTC is preparing the launch of Bliss by cooperating with Verizon service, though not yet able to give definite dates. In addition, the code name used is not necessarily Bliss even if this phone is really released.

HTC Bliss will target female consumers agedbetween 20 and 30's. With greenish color casing, HTC Bliss has a very similar design as the HTC Desire S and slightly HTC Desire Z. However, in contrast with HTC Desire Z, HTC Bliss brings fully touchscreen, no QWERTY keyboard.
Other information obtained by the thickness of the HTC Bliss which reaches 13.5 to 14 millimeters.

Although the HTC has not given official information regarding the plan to launch this phone, Bliss mentioned have included applications that are specific to women such as shopping, calorie counter application, exercise apps, and a set of accessories – a wireless charging dock with built-in speakers. As soon as the device is set on the charging pad, it will automatically switch to alarm mode, and then a square-shaped speaker for a car is also rumored to be in the mix that supports voice recognition and can be easily connected to a car visor

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Applications to surf on Android is not free anymore

Your application users to surf like PDAnet, Wireless Tether, and MyWi on the Android phones that have been free from now on these applications on the Android was not free anymore

If within three months, Google Android become the idol of American society because of the free, then starting this month users must subscribe. Android is now similar to Apple's operating system. Customer is required to pay if you want to use Internet applications.

In recent days the users of Google's Android in the United States reported no longer be able to download anything from the internet. After the investigation, the application was no longer in the Android Market, especially for users of Android from AT & T, Verizon, and T-Mobile.

So far Android users can directly access the Internet on a laptop, using wireless connections on the phone. Applications that use most of it free, including PDAnet, Wireless Tether, and MyWi. Most operators offer internet at a price of U.S. $15-US $ 25 per month, depending on its use.

It seems that Sprint is only just the one operator who still eliminate the Google Android. Google did not deny that has blocked internet application services.

Google in his statement mentioned that although Internet applications go away, users can still use it by downloading the application directly from the web, or install it over the phone

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Minebea Cool Leaf - Touch Screen Keyboard

You are bored with a keyboard with buttons andwant to type with a touch screen keyboard, try Minebea Cool Leaf touch-screen keyboard.

Minebea, a Japanese multinational corporationand producer of machinery components and electronics devices, has recently launched its new flat keyboard called as Cool Leaf with the model name of CLKB-01

This form of touch-screen keyboard, but less flexible. Users must replace the video window to the numeric keypad, a keyboard layout designed for a specific task, and display the tool palette for Photoshop.

It measures 383 x 17 x 128mm and 108 keys with Japanese language supports. By comparing to the conventional keypads or keyboards,  Minebea Cool Leaf cans be cleaned by simply wiping the flat surface and it is best to fix for business or personal users where cleanliness is Important

Minebea Cool Leaf could work on the Windows operating system and will be released first in Japan on May 13, 2011. Next will be available in English, German, French and Italian.

When the keyboard is turned off, a reflection of the touch screen can be used as a mirror. Manufacturer Minebea said keyboard for U.S. $ 245 will be available for the Mac.

Specifications Minebea Cool Leaf :
1. USB connector cable.
2. Dust resistance and easy to clean.
3. Black frame and mirror like touch panel.
4. A highly functional input device with transparent layout.

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Æsir YB1, The Expensive phone worth about U.S. $ 61.700

This phone is very simple when viewed from the side of its features, may be regarded as outdated phone. No internet connection or a camera. However, the price of the phone called Æsir YB1 was sold to £ 37,000 pounds, or about U.S. $ 61.700!

Æsir, Denmark-based company is boldly releasing a simple cell phone is very expensive precious because the rich people do not need a smart phone. The reason, they've got employees to schedule events, send emails or look up / Twitter.

Even Æsir phone since the beginning had been dubbed as 'an anti smartphone'. As a result, such as from dailymail, this phone can only provide voice services and SMS only.

The price is so very expensive because of YB1 is made from quality materials such as sapphire and gold. While the design itself looks very classy. It is said that it took about 3 years to work on this phone until ready for the market.

There are two versions of the phone Æsir as choice of the rich. One more 'cheap' priced £ 6,400 pounds, or about U.S. $ 10,500. While the gold-plated, as noted earlier, must be redeemed at a price more expensive at £ 37,000 pounds, or about U.S. $ 61.700.

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Palm Pre Secret Code

If previously had discussed the secret code of the iPhone, BlackBerry and Android, maybe the secret code below is information too late, but better late than not at all informed, because we know there are many users of Palm Pre

Here are all of the Pre Specific hash codes that I have confirmed. There are more out there, so I will keep hunting, and edit this post as I find more. This one does not include the treo/centro codes that do not work.

##TTY# (889)
Enables/disables TTY.

##GPS# (477)
This will give you location, altitude, speed, and accuracy information gathered via GPS.

##RTN# (786)
This the Phone Information page. It tells you how many minutes the unit has on it, how much data has transpired, the warranty date, ESN, phone number, software and hardware revisions, refurbished status, etc. Note: Please be careful with the options in the pull-down menu.

##DEBUG# (33284)
CDMA phone info screen, which contains a bunch of technical data on your curent signal and tower connection. Signal strength is given as RSSI, which stands for Received Signal Strength Indicator. The closer to zero the RSSI value, the better the signal.

##EVDO# (3836)
Launches EVDO Settings. It gives you the options to force your pre into the following options: 1xRTT only, EVDO Rev 0 only, Hybrid Rev 0, EVDO only, or Hybrid Rev A (meaning pick the best available). Hybrid Rev A is likely to get you the best speed, but if you don't have good reception in your area, you may want to choose something else to conserve battery life.

##DATA# (3282)
This stores all of your Sprint Data login information, including default gateway, etc. I don't recommend changing these settings unless your data services are not working.

##VPON# (8766)
Voice privacy enabled.

##VPOFF# (87633)
Voice privacy disabled.

##(MSL)# (Whatever your phone's MSL is)
This allows you to see/change your number. Do NOT change this to a number without notifying Sprint, or your phone will no longer work.

Please exercise EXTREME caution when using the following codes...if you do something incorrectly, your phone will NO LONGER WORK, and you will have to contact Sprint technical support.:

##AKEY# (2539)
Allows you to re-enter the 26-digit AKey on CDMA devices. Note: An incorrect AKey will deactivate the phone and you will need to contact technical support for the AKey.

##PREV# (7738)
Opens Mobile Protocol Revision menu.


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Casio G'zOne Commando, Android phone with Military Standards 810G

Casio which we know as a manufacturer of watches, turned out to produce mobile phone. One of the Casio phone is Casio G'zOne Commando, Android phone resilient. Judging from its shape Casio G'zOne Commando has shown toughness.

Casio G'zOne Commando guaranteed to be a faithful tool for those who like to be outdoor or adventure activities in the wild. It was designed to meet Military Standard 810G.

Of course Casio G'zOne Commando can withstand even extreme conditions. Dipped in water, rain,  Shock, exposed to dust or damp, the Casio G'zOne Commando are ready and able.

And to support adventure activities, a variety of software has also made ​​special. For example, a compass, Adventure Training, thermometer until the Star Gazer to show constellations.

The operating system Casio G'zOne Commando use Android 2.2 Froyo, which means the Casio G'zOne Commando had entered the smartphone category. Also equipped with standard features such as Wi-Fi, 5 megapixel camera, and GPS

Casio G'zOne Commando seems to only be available in the United States alone and is sold by Verizon service. Reported by CNET, worth about $ 200 with a two-year contract.

Previously, in addition to the Casio G'zOne Commando, there have been resilient Android phone the other is Motorola Defy. However, a look of Casio G'zOne Commando seem more toughness and military.

Specifications of the CasioG'zOne Commando:
- Android™ 2.2
- Meets Military Standards 810G for Immersion, Rain, Shock and Dust Resistant, Vibration, Salt Fog, Humidity, Solar Radiation, Altitude, Low and High Temperature Storage
- 5-megapixel camera with auto-focus, still photo, video capture, LED light
- High-security encryption for corporate email
- Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n connectivity
- Stereo Bluetooth™
- VZ Navigator® for GPS and audible turn-by-turn directions
- Mobile Hotspot capable-share 3G connection with up to five Wi-Fi-enabled devices
- G'zGear operates in eight modes:

• Earth Compass – Functions as a standard compass, the GPS shows the distance and direction to several domestic and international landmarks, including Yosemite National Park and Mt. Everest
• Walking Counter – Measures steps, distance and energy consumption, and total steps for the day, week or month. It also provides virtual treks for famous North American trails and roads including Mt. Kilimanjaro, Annapurna Circuit, Torres Del Paine Circuit, John Muir Trail and Transcontinental
• Adventure Training – Takes training to a new level by allowing users to run with virtual opponents, like world-record holders, wild animals, or their own best personal performance stored in the training history
• Trip Memory – Plots and records outdoor activities along with location information to share with friends and family on Twitter™and Facebook®
• Tides – Showcases the tidal graph for the day; time of tide ebb and flow; and current, past and future sea tide levels. GPS displays the nearest location map
• Thermometer – Displays current temperature in both Celsius and Fahrenheit with numeric and graphic thermometer readings and compares the current temperature across multiple locations
• Sun / Moon – Checks the time of the next sunrise, sunset, moonrise and moonset, and tracks the moon phases for your current location
• Star Gazer – Utilizes GPS to display the stars and constellation names based on the current season and time

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