Oppo 7 Leaked

On March 19, Oppo is going to unveil its next flagship, dubbed the Find 7. The company has given us hints in the recent past  and the most recent talks about not one, but two phones, and the main differentiator seems to be the screen resolution: Full HD vs 2K (QHD/quad-HD). We’ve also heard some exciting rumors of a 50MP camera, but before 

While we can’t spot that 50MP shooter (instead, a 13MP camera is being hinted in the description), we can’t just wave it off, since we know that there will be two versions of the phone. One theory is that the 1080p version will have a “regular” camera, while the higher-resolution device will sport the rumored 50MP sensor.

 A Snapdragon 800/801 processor, 13MP/50MP (?) imaging system, and powerhouse internals in addition to therefore mentioned.

Panasonic's 4K-ready Lumix GH4

Panasonic promised it would deliver a GH mirrorless camera capable of recording 4K video for under $2,000, and now we know just how far under that is. The Lumix GH4 camera body and its 16MP CMOS Micro Four Thirds sensor will cost $1,700, while the optional YAGH pro audio/video interface unit is available for an extra $2,000. The pre-order listings on Panasonic's website currently show an estimated ship date of late April. 

Nokia X smartphone Launched in India

Nokia today launched its first Android based smartphone in India. Nokia X will be available from today across online stores and physical retail stores. Nokia X is priced at Rs. 8, 599. At the launch event, Nokia touted Nokia X’s build quality, lifetime MixRadio and HERE navigation services and more. Find the key specs below.

Dimensions:

Height: 115.5 mm, Width: 63 mm, Thickness: 10.4 mm, Weight: 128.7 g

Display:
 Display size: 10.16 cm, Display features: Brightness control, Tactile feedback, Orientation sensor, Nokia Glance screen, Wide viewing angle, Screen double tap

Photography:
 Main camera sensor: 3 MP Camera resolution: 2048 x 1536 pixels, Main camera focus type: Fixed focus

Power management:
 Maximum standby time with dual SIM: 17 days
Maximum standby time: 28 days, Maximum talk time (2G): 13.3 h, Maximum music playback time: 26 h

Processor name: Qualcomm Snapdragon™ S4

Storage: 512MB RAM, 4GB Internal Storage and MicroSD card support

Even though the pricing of Nokia X looks better when compared to Nokia Lumia 525 launch price which went on sale for Rs.11, 500. Currently, Lumia 525 is on sale for Rs.10,000 and Lumia 520 is on sale for Rs.7,500. When you compare Nokia X with them, I  think Nokia X is over-priced. There is definitely a market hype around Nokia selling an Android device, it should sell devices initially. But to sustain in the market where local OEMs are dominating, Nokia has to reduce the price of the device well below Rs.7,500.

Microsoft hints DirectX 12 is coming to the Xbox One

 Microsoft posted up a teaser site that announced the company will be unveiling the next version of DirectX at Game Developer Conference on March 20.


Today, the company added the Xbox One logo to the site and tweeted a second tease, saying that the new version of DirectX will also work on its flagship console.


The Xbox One shares a kernel with Windows, which means it’s likely much easier for the company to port such innovations across to the console quickly. It’s not yet clear what changes DirectX 12 will bring, but if Microsoft is making a fuss like this it probably has something big to show off.

Windows Phone 8.1 image leaks

Micromax launches Canvas Tab P650

 It’s no easy feat to get from zero to hero in an environment as challenging and competitive as the Indian mobile market and do it all in just four years. But don’t you think for a second Micromax is resting on its laurels just because it’s now the country’s second biggest smartphone vendor, slightly behind Samsung.

Micromax Canvas Tab Micromax launches Canvas Tab P650, an 8 inch Android with voice call support and $260 price tag


Quite on the contrary, as the OEM has unveiled several new smartphones over the last month or so, all with the landmark solid quality-pricing ratio, plus a very enticing Android tablet just a few hours ago.

This is called the Canvas Tab P650 and it’s actually the first Micromax slate to be part of the proud Canvas line, as previous portable computers have been branded with the Funbook moniker.

But as visually striking the Canvas Tab might be from a mile away, it has quite a fair share of technical downsides when you put it under the microscope. For one thing, its spacious but not overly large 8-inch display boasts a 1,024 x 768 pixels resolution, which I’m afraid is a sad reminder of past technology rather than something to build a bright future on.

Micromax Canvas Tab 2 Micromax launches Canvas Tab P650, an 8 inch Android with voice call support and $260 price tag

The 1.2 GHz quad-core MediaTek MT8389 processor is itself extremely modest for a late 2013 tablet, whereas the 4,800 mAh battery might not sound so scanty at first, but is only rated at five hours of continuous use. Which probably means in real life it’ll barely hold its own for four hours. That’s… no, words can’t even begin to describe how bad that sounds.

On a much more cheerful note (if there’s still anyone willing to give this thing a go), Android 4.2 Jelly Bean runs the software show, there’s 1 gig of RAM beneath the hood, 16 GB of on-board memory and microSD support.

Decent dual 5 MP/2 MP cameras, too, plus Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 3.0, GPS and presumably also 3G connectivity (standard, not optional), including voice call support. Available already via select Indian retail stores, the Canvas Tab goes for roughly $260 (Rs. 16,500), which, all in all, is probably not that bad. Again, if and only if you’re willing to live with the display, processing power and battery pitfalls.

Surface 2 and Surface Pro 2

As Microsoft announced at its launch event yesterday, the new Surface 2 and Surface Pro 2 tablets are now available for pre-order, with shipments expected for October 21st. The Surface 2 starts at $449 for the 32GB model, while the 64GB version is $549. If you're interested in the Surface Pro 2, you have a few more options. The base, 64GB model with 4GB of RAM costs $899, while the 128GB version is $999 and the 256GB model is $1,299. If you really want to go all out for the best Surface Pro 2 you can get, you can opt for the high-end 512GB version with 8GB of RAM for a steep $1,799. No matter which Surface 2 or Pro 2 you choose, Microsoft is including 200GB of SkyDrive storage for two years at no extra charge.

Those prices are before accessories, of course, which you'll likely want to invest in, since they can turn your Surface into a laptop or desktop replacement. If you're interested in the new Touch Cover, Microsoft is asking $119.99 for that, while the updated Type Cover will set you back $129.99. Those looking for the new Power Cover, Docking Station, and Surface Music Kit will have to be patient, as Microsoft doesn't expect to ship those until next year at yet-to-be-announced prices

Acer launches Iconia A3 10.1 Tablet & 6 Inch Liquid S2 Phone

This week’s already getting off to a fast start, with a number of early announcements of hardware intended for exhibition at this year’s IFA in Berlin. Right now we have a couple new entries from Acer, drawing the curtain back on both an Android tablet and a new Android smartphone.

The tablet is Acer’s 10.1-inch Iconia A3. It has a 1280 x 800 resolution, runs a quad-core 1.2GHz A7-based SoC (no word on which, though), and has a five-megapixel main camera. The A3′s available in either 16GB or 32GB configurations, both offering microSD expansion. The WiFi-only version of the tablet will arrive in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa next month for about $330, while a 3G version will follow in November for more like $400.

Then we have the Liquid S2, Acer’s new six-inch smartphone. That display is a full HD component, for a pixel density of 368ppi. The phone runs a Snapdragon 800, has 2GB of RAM, but surprisingly there’s only a single 16GB storage option (though with microSD expansion). It measures a hair under nine millimeters thick, and spots a 3300mAh battery.

The Liquid S2 features a 13-megapixel main camera, and combined with that Qualcomm SoC, that gives the phone the ability to record 4K video for use with next-generation displays.

Acer DA241HL 24 Inch

Acer’s DA241HL is the manufacturer’s second all-in-one running Android, and it features decent hardware. The machine comes with a full-HD screen and features NVIDIA’s Tegra 3 under the hood. The machine comes with Android 4.2 on-board, which means that users will get access to the Play Store. Acer is counting on the Android ecosystem to drive sales as it mentions that the Android platform is something users are familiar with.  With a daily device activations of around 1.5 million, that is true. The device also has MHL connectivity that allows transmission of content from a smartphone to the 24-inch screen. Other connectivity features include HDMI and USB. When connecting using any of the ports, the all-in-one’s screen becomes a two-point touchscreen. Acer has mentioned that the DA241HL will be available from mid-October and will cost around $566 (€429). 

Meizu MX3

Samsung Galaxy Note III or Sony’s Honami, but there are also plenty of new smartphones being announced by companies that don’t typically draw so much of our focus. Often, that’s for geographical reasons, with us devoting less coverage to models that don’t typically find wide sales outside of Asia. Still, that doesn’t stop these manufacturers from putting out handsets with some top-notch-sounding features, like the one we’re hearing about this morning, the Meizu MX3.

We talked about Meizu’s launch efforts for the MX back in the early days of 2012, and the company followed-up with the MX2 about a year later. The MX3 brings the company’s offerings up to the level of modern hardware with specs like an Exynos 5 Octa SoC powering the phone.

There’s also 2GB of RAM, a Sony-made eight-megapixel camera with sapphire glass protection, and a Wolfson audio chip for high-quality output. The display is a bit odd, measuring-in at 5.1 inches but with an unusual 1800 x 1080 resolution, giving the MX3 an odd 15:9 aspect ratio. Storage options start out at 16GB, but go as high as 128GB for those of you with a serious need for capacity.

This is all just scratching the surface – there’s a triple-mic noise-canceling setup, global 3G radio, and Meizu’s custom Flyme 3.0 ROM. Prices for the MX3 will range from what works out to about $410 for the 16GB model, up to $650 for 128GB.

Microsoft's smart watch

This is What Microsoft’s Smartwatch Might Look Like Microsoft’s rumored Smartwatch just might give Apple’s upcoming iWatch a run for its money, as it will come in a variety of colors – blue, red, yellow, black, white and grey – and are coated in Oxynitride Aluminum, “a translucent aluminum that’s supposedly three times harder than glass.” Continue reading for more pictures and information. 

Device reports that “a modified version of Windows 8 is being used during testing and some of the concepts are rumored to have 6GB of internal storage (plenty more storage in the cloud) and an LTE connection.” No word yet on pricing or availability. 

Holographic TV

While Ultra High Definition TV is on the way, there are really only so many pixels you can cram into a flat display—most existing models are 214-centimeter (84 in) monsters for that very reason. But the next generation of TVs, if you can call them that, won’t have screens so much as they’ll have a viewing area. As seen above, it could be a desktop display, or it could be an entire room—but holographic displays are definitely in the works. Researchers at MIT, who are apparently good at the cutting-edge technology thing, have created a chip that can support a holographic display of 50 gigapixels per second—enough to simulate real world objects, as reported in the journal Nature. Such amazing technology will have to wait to come to marketplace, though, until costs can be driven down—right? 

Well, says Michael Bove, head of MIT’s Object-Based Media group: “The technology itself is one that’s easy and inexpensive and, as far as we are aware and Nature is aware, has never been applied to displays before.” He foresees holographic displays on the market within 10 years—at the same cost as today’s regular, flat TVs. Another company, Provision, has built an inexpensive projector that displays a 45-centimeter (18 in) image. As of this writing, they’re working on ramping that up to a two-meter (six-foot) image, displayed by a unit the size of a toaster.

Ouya: Android Gaming Console

On July 20, 2012, when the Ouya team unveiled the system on Kickstarter, they boasted that Ouya was "A New Kind of Video Game Console." The small-console-that-could reached almost 1000 percent of its target goal. With so many impassioned backers behind it, Ouya looked like a promising and cheap alternative for console gaming. 

Compared with the consoles it hopes to challenge, especially the behemoth next-gen systems, the Ouya is tiny, about the size of a Rubik's Cube. Essentially, the device is an Android phone with its own version of an Android OS. Users visit the Ouya store for games designed specifically for the system. Every game is free—at first—but often require users to pay (typically $2–$10) to access the whole game or other features. 

The hardware under the hood is impressive considering its $99 price tag. The Ouya comes with a Tegra 3 quad-core processor, 1 GB of RAM, 8 GB of on-board flash storage, HDMI connection at 1080p, and a USB 2.0 port. 

The system comes with one controller, which looks like a hybrid between a PS3 and Xbox 360 controller. Although the aesthetics are similar, the Ouya controller is seriously lacking when it comes to usability. I've had varying success trying to sync the controller to the system—sometimes it syncs automatically, and sometimes I can make a sandwich and take a shower before it's done. The analog sticks work well, but the D-pad is stiff, the triggers are awkwardly placed, and the other action buttons get stuck. Luckily, Ouya allows you to sync Xbox 360 or PS3 controllers with the device, which helps you avoid this handheld disappointment altogether. 

Once you turn on the system and go through the necessary setup menus, you're brought to four options on the main screen: Play, Discover, Make, Manage. Play lets you quickly open any games or apps you've already downloaded. Discover opens a Netflix-inspired interface that allows you to browse by subject, style, or genre. Make is for developers currently building games with the Ouya development kit, and Manage opens your typical console settings panel. The slick software aesthetics are a plus. 

It's unrealistic to think that the Ouya's game selection would be able to compete with Xbox Live and PlayStation Network right off the bat, when those huge companies have had years to develop their gaming libraries. But if Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 are the mega-multiplex cinemas of the game industry, then Ouya is the art house that plays low-budget B movies. Many of the games seem like the shadows of greater titles. Shadowgun is basically Gears of War, and Ittle Dew, a biting parody of the much-loved Zelda franchise, makes you wish you were playing the original series instead. 

For the casual gamer, there are one or two titles you may recognize, such as the 2006 remake of Final Fantasy III or Sonic the Hedgehog. Other than that, you're on your own to explore the indie wonderland of Ouya—for better or worse. You'll find a few good games, even some exceptional ones like the pixel-adventure TowerFall or a personal favorite, Organ Trail (the Oregon Trail meets zombies.) 

Although Ouya is an Android-based platform, it doesn't have access to Google Play's robust gaming library with titles like Minecraft and Plants vs. Zombies. Users most use Ouya's store and are unable to play previously purchased Google Play apps on Ouya, and vice versa. For the moment, the platform is starved for gaming content. 

Will this lackluster gaming situation improve? If the download rates are any indication, then no—there's a huge drop-off from the number of consumers who purchase the free version of the game and those who fork over the cash for the full experience. (Also, Ouya has a minefield of tricks to get you to download the full version of games. Don't quickly press buttons to get through a title screen—you may accidentally purchase a game you didn't want.) 

Here's one way in which Ouya beats its competitors. The device is a hacker's dream. Only four mounting screws separate you from the device's electronic guts, allowing you to tinker, modify, emulate, and really make the device whatever you want it to be with few limitations. For the dedicated, patient, and tech-savvy, this is a major selling point. 

Whether this device is worth $99 depends on what you want to do with it. As a gaming console, it's probably not worth the money—at least not until the game library comes around. Even in the low-end market, you'd be better served purchasing a 3DS or a newly priced PS Vita—though Ouya could edge out the competition in the microconsole market like Nvidia Shield. If you love local multiplayer, the Ouya does offer some appealing titles and its multiconsole controller capability makes it easier, but Nintendo's multiplayer titles are ultimately better. 

Ouya doesn't really make sense as a streaming service, either. Sure, through side-loading you're given access to a collection of video services, but the low quality or stuttering playback makes it almost worthless. 

As an emulator and hacking tool? Maybe. If you're into that kind of thing, then the $99 price tag might just be worth it. Of course, Popular Mechanics doesn't encourage illegally downloading games, but it's obvious that this is a read-between-the-lines draw for many potential Ouya buyers. 

In the end, by not delivering a solid console device with at least one or two must-have exclusives, Ouya stamped out its own revolution before it even got started. Until it can appeal to the casual gamer and the hardcore hacker/developer, when it comes to consoles things will remain status quo.

Nokia's Sirius- A 10.1 inch tablet

Nokia is preparing to back Windows RT by launching a 10.1-inch tablet soon. Sources familiar with Nokia's plans have revealed to The Verge that the tablet, codenamed Sirius, will be launched shortly. While prototype pictures of the device leaked earlier this month, we understand that the final design more closely resembles Nokia's Lumia Windows Phone products.

We're told that Nokia's tablet will be thinner than the current iPad, and lighter at just over a pound in weight. The body of the device will be colored, and Nokia plans to include a 6-megapixel camera at the rear with a 2-megapixel shooter at the front. The 10.1-inch display that Nokia is planning to use will run at 1920 x 1080 resolution, and has been improved for outdoor readability thanks to a high amount of bright output. Sources have also revealed that the tablet will feature Qualcomm's quad-core Snapdragon 800 processor alongside 2GB of RAM. We understand Nokia is aiming for 10 hours of solid battery life with LTE connectivity. Other features include a microSD port to extend the 32GB of storage, a Micro HDMI connector, and a Micro USB port.

And the funny part is it will be priced similar to Apple's iPad

Nokia is also planning to ship a keyboard accessory with its "Sirius" tablet that includes a battery for additional charging. Other optional accessories will also be made available at launch. We're told Nokia's tablet will be priced comparatively with Apple's iPad, and that the company won't try to undercut pricing initially. Nokia will unveil the tablet at a launch event in New York, which is currently scheduled for September 26th. The Finnish smartphone maker is also planning a "Bandit" 6-inch Windows Phone device that will be made available later this year

Nokia’s 6-inch phablet to be called Lumia 1520

Nokia’s upcoming 6-inch Windows Phone 8 device, code named ‘Bandit’, will be called the Lumia 1520 when it launches, according to the all-knowing evleaks.

Nokia Nokias 6 inch Bandit phablet to be called Lumia 1520

The Lumia 1520 is expected to have a 6-inch display, and that huge jump in screen size is reason enough to warrant a similar jump in model numbers as well.

While the name confirmation doesn’t reveal any other details, previous rumors paint a pretty clear picture. The Lumia 1520 will be the first Windows Phone device to sport a 1080p display and a quad-core Snapdragon 800 processor, both of which will be made possible by the GDR3 update to the OS. On the camera side of things, the 1520 is rumored to sport a 20-megapixel sensor, with Nokia’s PureView technology taking responsibility for impressive image quality (though probably not as impressive as the 41MP sensor on the Lumia 1020).

Sony unveils 16.1MP NEX-5T with NFC and WiFi, available this September

We assure you, the camera pictured above is not the NEX-5R. Announced today alongside three new E-mount lenses and the A3000, it's actually Sony's new NEX-5T. This shooter's unique feature is the addition of NFC for tap-to-device transfers of videos and photos -- a nice complement to the WiFi connectivity. Aside from that, it's pretty similar to its predecessor. Internally, you'll find the same 16.1-megapixel APS-C sensor with a maximum ISO sensitivity of 25,600 and hybrid phase-/contrast-detect auto focus for still images. The outside houses the familiar 921k-dot 3-inch touchscreen (with 180 degrees of rotation), a rear-set navigation dial and a function button (both programmable) adjacent to the shutter button.

The NEX-5T is set to launch this September in white, black and silver for $700 with a 16-50mm pancake powered-zoom lens, and $550 for just the body. 

Vivo X3 world's thinnest Smartphone

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The Chinese Vivo launches the thinnest Smartphone in the world; the Vivo X3. With a thickness of only 5.75 mm, the device is thinner than 6.18 mm thick Huawei Acend P6, so far the worlds thinnest Smartphone. Despite its small thickness Vivo is still with a nice battery managed to stop with a capacity of 2000 mAh. In addition, the device is equipped with a 5 inch screen HD (720p), a 1.5 GHz quad-core processor (MT6589T), an 8 megapixel camera with LED flash and a 5 megapixel camera on the front. The X3 is equipped with 1GB RAM, 16GB storage and space for two SIM cards. What is missing is a memory card reader. The Vivo X3 runs on Android 4.2 and will be available in China for 2498 Yuan, or just over 300 Euro.

Nokia Lumia 625

Dimensions

Height: 133.2 mm

Width: 72.2 mm

Thickness2: 9.2 mm

Weight: 159 g

Volume: 87.6 cm³

Display and User Interface

Display size: 4.7 ''

Display resolution: WVGA (800 x 480) 

Display features: Brightness control, Curved display, High brightness mode, Color boosting, Refresh rate 60 Hz, Corning® Gorilla® Glass 2, Lumia Color profile, Wide viewing angle, Sunlight readability enhancements

Display colors: TrueColor (24-bit/16M) 

Aspect ratio: 15:9 

Pixel density: 201 ppi

Display technology: IPS LCD 

Touch screen technology: Super sensitive touch 

Sensors: Ambient light sensor, Accelerometer, Proximity sensor

Keys and Input Methods

User Input: Touch 

Operating keys: Volume keys, Camera key, Power/Lock key

Form factor

Form factor: Monoblock touch 

Hardware

Connectivity

SIM card type: Micro SIM 

Charging connectors: Micro-USB 

AV connectors: 3.5 mm audio connector 

System connectors: Micro-USB-B 

USB: USB 2.0 

Bluetooth: Bluetooth 4.0 + LE 

Bluetooth profiles: Object Push profile (OPP) 1.1, Hands-free profile (HFP) 1.5, Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) 1.2, Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) 1.4, Phone Book Access Profile (PBAP) 1.1

Wi-Fi: WLAN IEEE 802.11 b/g/n 

Wi-Fi security modes: WPA2 (AES/TKIP), WPA, WPA-Personal, WEP, WPA2-Personal, WPA-Enterprise, WPA2-Enterprise, PEAP-MSCHAPv2, EAP-SIM, EAP-AKA

Data Network

LTE network bands3: 3, 7, 20

LTE max data speed DL: 100 Mbps 

LTE max data speed UL: 50 Mbps 

WCDMA network: 900 MHz, 2100 MHz, 850 MHz

WCDMA max data speed DL: HSDPA - 42.2 Mbps 

WCDMA max data speed UL: HSUPA - 5.76 Mbps 

GSM network: 850 MHz, 900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 1900 MHz

GSM max data speed DL: EGPRS 236.8 kbps 

GSM max data speed UL: EGPRS 236.8 kbps 

Power Management

Battery model: BP-4GWA 

Battery capacity: 2000 mAh

Battery voltage: 3.7 V

Removable battery: No 

Maximum standby time: 23 days

Maximum 2G talk time: 23.9 h

Maximum 3G talk time: 15.2 h

Maximum cellular network browsing time: 7.2 h

Music playback time: 90 h

Video playback time: 6.8 h

Maximum Wi-Fi network browsing time: 8.7 h

Processor

Processor name: Qualcomm Snapdragon™ S4 

Processor type: Dual-core 1.2Ghz Dual-core 1.2Ghz

Memory

User data storage: In device, Memory card, SkyDrive cloud storage

RAM: 512 MB 

Mass memory: 8 GB 

Expandable memory card type: MicroSD 

Maximum memory card size: 64 GB 

Free cloud storage: 7 GB

Software and applications

Productivity features

Personal information management features: Calculator, Clock, Calendar, Phonebook, Alarm clock, Reminders, To-do list, Social networks in Phonebook, OneNote, Wallet, Family Room, Kid's Corner

Business apps: Adobe acrobat reader free download, Lync (Corporate IM) free download, SkyDrive storage for documents and notes, Company Hub for enterprise applications, Office apps: Excel, Word, Powerpoint, OneNote

Document formats supported: Excel, PDF, Word, OneNote, Powerpoint

Sync type: Exchange ActiveSync, Mac companion app, Windows 8 companion app

Sync content: Calendar, Video, Pictures, Music, Contacts

Other Applications

Game features: DirectX 11, Touch UI, XBox-Live Hub

Software platform & User Interface

SW Platform: Windows Phone 

Software release: Windows Phone 8 

Games

Temple Run: An endless running video game - steal an idol from a temple and be chased by "demonic monkeys". 

Communications

Email and Messaging5

Email clients: Yahoo! Mail, Outlook Mobile, Gmail, Office 365, Nokia Mail, Windows Live / Hotmail / Outlook.com, MS Exchange Active Sync

Email protocols: SMTP, IMAP4, POP3

Email features: Viewing and editing of email attachments, Always up to date, Multiple simultaneous email accounts, Text-to-speech message reader, Email attachments, Conversational view on email, Linking multiple inboxes to one, Inbox filtering, HTML viewer

Supported instant messaging services: Google Talk, Windows Live Messenger, WhatsApp, Yahoo! Messenger, Skype IM, Facebook

Messaging features: Integrated text messaging and chat, Instant messaging, Concatenated SMS for long messages, Multiple SMS deletion, List of recently used numbers, Audio messaging, Text-to-speech message reader, Text messaging, Number screening for messaging, Unified MMS/SMS editor, Automatic resizing of images for MMS, Distribution lists for messaging, Multimedia messaging, Conversational chat style SMS, Unified inbox for SMS and MMS

Call management

Call management features: Voice commands, Call waiting, Voice mail, Integrated hands-free speakers, Call forwarding, Call logs: dialled, received and missed, Call history, Voice dial, Conference call, Skype voice call

Video call features: Skype video call 

Supported amount of phonebooks: One integrated phonebook 

Supports amount of contacts: Unlimited 

Ringtones: Downloadable ringtones, MP3 ringtones

Noise cancellation: Yes 

Speech codecs: AMR-WB, GSM FR, AMR-NB, GSM HR, EFR, GSM EFR

Communication apps

Viber: Viber lets everyone in the world connect. Freely. More than 175 million Viber users call, text, and send photos worldwide. 

Vimeo: With Vimeo you can upload, manage, and watch videos from anywhere. And whenever you need more inspiration, you can browse great videos that match your interests in member-curated Channels and Groups. 

WhatsApp: WhatsApp uses your 3G or WiFi (when available) to message with friends and family. Switch from SMS to WhatsApp to send and receive messages, pictures, audio notes, and video messages. 

Netflix: Netflix is the world’s leading subscription service for watching TV episodes and films on your phone. This Netflix mobile application is designed to deliver the best experience anywhere, anytime. 

Device security

Security

Enterprise security features: Remote security policy enforcement 

General Security features: Remote device locking via Internet, Track and Protect via internet, Firmware update, Remote wipe of user data via Internet, Device lock, Device passcode, PIN code, Firmware and OS integrity check, Secure device start-up, Online back-up and restore, Application sandboxing and integrity check

Advance security features: Lost device tracking, Browser integrated anti-phishing

Data encryption: User data encryption for device 

Sharing and Internet

Browsing and Internet

Internet browser capabilities: Internet Explorer 10 

Social apps: Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter

Photo sharing: Share over Bluetooth, Facebook, Picasa, Flickr, Send as email attachment, Share on TV with Play to DLNA app, SkyDrive, PhotoBeamer

Video sharing: YouTube, Flickr, Picasa, Video sharing to social network and internet, Facebook, SkyDrive, Joyn video call sharing, Share on TV with Play to DLNA app

Location sharing: WP location sharing, Foursquare

Wi-Fi hotspot: Up to 8 Wi-Fi-enabled devices 

Play To: Share your locally stored  photos, videos and music to any DLNA capable device connected to the same Wi-Fi network. You can easily connect to a Wi-Fi network and discover other active DLNA capable devices on the network. Enjoy your content on a DLNA capable Xbox, TV, Blu-ray player, or PC. 

Navigation

GPS and navigation

Location and navigation apps: Local Scout, HERE Drive, HERE Maps, HERE Transit

Navigation features: Pin places to Start screen, Public transportation routing guidance, Reveal the surrounding places, Reviews, info and photos for places, Routing options, Save favourite destinations, Call, share and get directions to places, Free maps, Find upcoming departure times, Live traffic information, Automatic day/night view switching, Venue maps - shopping and transport centers, Free voice guided turn-by-turn drive navigation, Offline maps, Online and offline favourites, Speed limit warnings, Download the latest maps with Wi-Fi, Free turn-by-turn walk navigation, Save and sync favs with HERE.com

Location technologies: A-GPS, Cellular and Wi-Fi network positioning, A-GLONASS

Location and navigation apps

HERE Drive: Navigate safely with voice-guided directions and true offline support. HERE Drive features audible speed limit warnings, dedicated dashboard and commute assistance. Save and access favourite places on any HERE app and on here.com. 

HERE Maps: Discover the best places in any neighbourhood with HERE Maps. Explore malls, stations and more with venue maps. Access your favourite places on any HERE app and on here.com. 

Photography

Main camera

Main camera sensor: 5 MP 

Main camera focus type: Auto focus with two-stage capture key 

Camera digital zoom: 4 x

Sensor size: 1/4 inch 

Main camera f-number/aperture: f/2.4 

Camera focal length: 28 mm

Camera minimum focus range: 10 cm

Camera image formats: XMP, JPEG/Exif

Flash type: LED flash 

Flash operating range: 1.0 m

Flash modes: Off, Automatic, On

Main camera features

Main camera - other features: Touch focus, Landscape orientation, Auto and manual exposure, Auto and manual white balance, Active toolbar, Full screen viewfinder, Geotagging, Automatic photo upload to web services, Full resolution photo and video upload, Creative Studio

Digital camera add-ons: Nokia Smart Camera, Cinemagraph lens, Panorama lens, Bing vision, Nokia Glam Me

Photography apps

Nokia Smart Camera: Shoots a sequence of photos, making it easier to capture great moments. Choose your Best Shot or combine the photos into one picture, make a strobe effect to emphasize motion, remove unwanted objects or choose the best faces for great group shots. 

Nokia Glam Me Lens: Glam Me is the leading face beautification app for Windows Phones. With Glam Me, you can automatically enhance your self-portraits with toning, eye resizing, teeth whitening and all sorts of artistic effects. 

PhotoBeamer: PhotoBeamer is an innovative and easy way to show your pictures on any screen. Point your Nokia Lumia at any screen displaying www.photobeamer.com and enjoy your photos anywhere with family and friends. It's a mobile projector that's always at hand. 

Cinemagraph: A magical blend of photo and movie-like animation, creating pictures that seem almost alive. Helpful on-screen assistance lets you select the animated area of your picture and easily create and edit a cinemagraph. You can share your cinemagraph with friends via social media, email and messaging. 

Image capturing

Capture modes: Video, Still

Scene modes: Automatic, Night Portrait, Sports, Night, Close-up, Backlight

White balance modes: Cloudy, Incandescent, Fluorescent, Daylight, Automatic

Light sensitivity: Automatic, ISO 100, ISO 200, ISO 400, ISO 800

Photos viewed by: Camera Roll, Month, Timeline, Photo editor, Favorites, Album, Photos from social networks

Secondary camera

Secondary camera resolution: 640 x 480 pixels

Secondary camera f-number/aperture: f/2.8 

Secondary camera - other features: Video recording, Still image capture, Video call

Music and Audio

Music

Music apps: Nokia Music, Mix Radio

DRM support: PlayReady 

Audio features: Album graphics display in Music player, Audio Streaming, Dolby® Headphone, Music Player, Cloud music offline playback, Media Player, Graphical equalizer, Podcasts, Cloud music playback

Music apps

Nokia Music: Free streaming music wherever you go. Choose from over 22 million songs to stream to your Lumia smartphone. Create your own artist inspired mix, stream it offline and discover live music with Nokia Music Gig Finder. 

Music format

Codecs: MP3, AMR-NB, WMA 10 Pro, GSM FR, WMA 9, AAC LC, AAC+/HEAAC, eAAC+/HEAACv2

Audio playback file formats: ASF, MP4, AAC, AMR, MP3, M4A, WMA, 3GP, 3G2

Radio

Radio features: Internet Radio, FM Radio

Voice and audio recording

Recording: Voice recording in MMS, Voice recording in OneNote

Audio recording file formats: AMR 

Audio recording codecs: AMR-NB, GSM FR

Audio recording features: High dynamics recording 

Video

Main video camera

Camera video resolution: 1080p (Full HD, 1920 x 1080) 

Camera video frame rate: 30 fps

Camera video zoom: 4 x

Video playback frame rate: 30 fps

Video playback codecs: VC-1, Windows video, H.264/AVC, H.263, MPEG-4

Video playback file formats: MP4, WMV, AVI, 3GP, 3G2, M4V, MOV

Video recording formats: MP4/H.264 

Video white balance modes: Cloudy, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Automatic, Daylight

Main video camera features

Video streaming: YouTube browsing and video streaming, Progressive video download, Streaming from video services and internet

Video recording features: Video light, Video zoom, Continuous autofocus

Secondary video camera

Secondary video camera resolution: 480p (VGA, 640 x 480) 

Secondary camera video recording format: MP4/H.264 

Environment

Environmental features

Materials: Free of PVC, Contains recycled metals, Free of nickel on the product surface, Free of BFR, rFR as in Nokia Substance List

Energy efficiency: Automatic screen brightness adjustment, Battery saver feature, Energy efficient charger

Eco content and services: Available at Store, HERE Drive: route optimization, HERE Maps: pedestrian navigation

Recycling: 100% recoverable as materials and energy 

User guide: Small printed guide, full on nokia.com, In-device user guide

Packaging: Made of renewable materials, Containing up to 60% recycled materials, Minimized package, Packaging is 100 % recyclable, Virgin wood fibres up to 100% certified

Accessibility

Accessibility features

Hearing: Vibrating alerts, TTY support, Video call, BT neckloop compatible

Vision: Voice recognition, Vibrating alerts, Zoom, Voice commands

Physical skills: Speakerphone, Voice recognition, Voice commands

Huawei Ascend Mate Quad core phablet

 Huawei officially launched their supersized pocket cinema phablet. The Huawei Ascend Mate is their largest smartphone so far having a 6.1-inch HD screen.

Huawei Ascend Mate 

The Huawei Ascend Mate has a screen-to-body ratio of 73% which is currently the highest in the market. The 6.1-inch HD IPS+ LCD screen has a resolution of 1280 x 720 and Magic Touch for screen responsiveness even when used with gloved fingers. That display, along with 6.5mm thin (on its narrowest part) gives you a huge viewing area on a device that you can comfortably hold with one hand.

It uses the same 1.5GHz Huawei K3V2 quad-core chip as their Ascend D1 Quad XL along with a 1GB RAM and 8GB internal storage plus a microSD slot. There’s an 8.0 megapixel AF rear-facing camera and a 1.2-megapixel HD front-facing one.

With Huawei’s proprietary Quick Power Control and Automated Discontinuous Reception power-saving technology, the Ascend Mate can provide up to two days of ordinary usage on a single charge of its 4050mAh battery. It also has a fast charging capability which saves over 30% of battery charging time.

The Huawei Ascend Mate is already available in stores for Php17,190.It is also available for free from Globe via MySuperPlan Plan 999. Also available in Plan 499 with a P200 monthly cashout over a 24-month contract period.

Huawei Ascend Mate Specs:

6.1-inch IPS LCD HD display @ 1280×720 pixels, 241ppi

Corning Gorilla Glass

Magic Touch

Huawei K3V2 1.5GHz quad-core processor

40nm, 16-core GPU, 64-bit memory

1GB RAM

8GB internal storage, microSD up to 32GB

Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean

HSPA+ 42Mbps, HSUPA, 5.7 Mbps

Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, Wi-Fi hotspot

8MP autofocus rear camera with LED flash

1080p video recording

1.2MP front-facing camera

Bluetooth 4.0

4050 mAh Li-Ion battery

163.5 x 85.7 x 9.9mm

198g

Rs-17,190