Tuesday, January 24, 2012

Samsung Star 3 and Star 3 DUOS (Dual SIM) Touch Phones Launched


Samsung launches Star 3 and Star 3 DUOS , the successors to the bestselling Samsung Star series, enhanced by ChatON , a cross-platformsocial networking messenger service. Star 3 and Star 3 DUOS are both touch phones with built-in music player , 3” QVGA screen , 3.2MP camera , embedded WiFi 802.11 . Star 3 DUOS is a dual SIM phone. Both Star 3 and Star 3 DUOS look alike, except there is DUOS logo below the screen on Star 3 DUOS.
Beginning in late January, these devices will be available in Russia and then gradually rolled out in CIS, Europe, Latin America, Africa, Middle East, and Southeast Asia, Southwest Asia.
Featuring enhanced social networking services and communication capabilities, robust multimedia playback with stylish and sleek design, the Samsung Star 3 and Star 3 DUOS are the ideal device choices for socially-connected users who depend on their phones for playing, storing and sharing multimedia content on the go.
The Star 3 and the Star 3 DUOS are touch phones featuring a minimalist metallic frame with rounded edges, and providing an ergonomic grip while 11.5mm thin. The phone’s interface features only essential keys while leaving input primarily to touch.
These new phones give social life a boost with enhanced social networking services. ChatON communication service enables sign-in without ID or PW to send personalized multimedia messages, group chat, buddy management. Push IM via ChatON, various Instant Messaging serviceswith MSN, Yahoo!, and Google Talk, natively integrated Facebook, Twitter and push emails keep users entertained and connected – anytime,anywhere.
Meanwhile, the Star 3 and Star 3 DUOS promise a rich multimedia experience , with a full array of entertainment options available despite the location. A built-in music player enables users to access and play their favorite music titles from a single device. The device’s 3” QVGA screen provides immersive display of rich media and webpages, while a 3.2MP camera allows one to capture his or her priceless life moments in a few simple steps while on the move. Additionally, embedded WiFi 802.11 functionality offers fast speeds for easy web browsing and content downloading.
The Star 3 DUOS features all the rich functionality of the Star 3 in addition to a unique Dual SIM system that maximizes communication flexibility,allowing two separate phone numbers in a singledevice. Users who need to balance busy professional and social lives can, at the touch of abutton, use this feature to switch between lines and billing plans according to need.
JK Shin, President of IT & Mobile Communications Division at Samsung Electronics said:
“We are pleased to launch the Star 3 and Star 3 DUOS, a further enhanced version of the bestselling Samsung Star series. With the new Star 3 touch phones, Samsung continues to offer the best social networking experiences and opportunities for our feature phone users.”
Samsung Star 3 & Star 3 DUOS Product Specifications
Network EDGE 850/900/1800/1900
Display 3.0” QVGA TFT LCD
Camera 3.2 Megapixel Fixed Focus
Video Codec : MPEG4, H.263Play : QVGA@25fps (MPEG4)Recording : QCIF@15fps
Audio Codec : MP3/AAC/AAC+/eAAC+/WMAMusic Player with SoundAlive3.5mm Ear Jack, Stereo FM Radio with RDS
Value-added Features Samsung TouchWiz Lite / WAP 2.0 (NetFront 4.2)
Samsung Kies
Samsung ChatON mobile communication service
Enhanced Social Networking- IM: ChatON, MSN, Yahoo, Google Talk, Facebook Chat- SNS: Facebook, Twitter- EAS Push Email, WDS easy email setup
Opera mini browser
Dual-SIM (* Available for Star 3 DUOS only)
Connectivity Bluetooth technology v 3.0Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Memory 20MB User memory, microSD (up to 16GB)
Size 58 x 102 x 11.5 mm, 95 g
Battery Standard battery, Li-ion 1,000 mAh
*All functionality, features, specifications and other product information provided in this document including, but not limited to, the benefits, design, pricing, components, performance, availability, and capabilities of the product are subject to change without notice or obligation.

Samsung 3D Blu-Ray Players with Full HD 1080p Playback Announced

Samsung Electronics announced an innovative Disc to Digital feature on its 2012 Blu-ray Players that helps consumers turn their personal DVD collection into digital content, and facilitates the sharing of this content on multiple devices in the home and on the go. This service is one of several new features available on Samsung’s new smart Blu-ray line, which also includes a full web browser and a wealth of web-based content and services through Samsung’s Smart Hub.
The flagship 3D Blu-ray products from Samsung inconsumer electronics include:
Compact Blu-ray player boasting a slightly larger-than-a-disc form factor (model BD-ES6000)
3D Blu-ray with Dual HDMI Inputs and built-in WiFi (model BD-E6500)
The two new models deliver a virtually limitless entertainment experience with Full HD 1080p playback and new ways to access cloud-based content on multiple devices .
Improved Content Sharing with Disc to Digital
The Disc to Digital feature is a boon to consumers with a library of DVDs. They can now register their ownership of physical DVDs, and access the same movie content on a variety of devices, virtually anytime and anywhere—even from multiple locations at once. Once digital copies have been created and added to the consumer’s UltraViolet collection, the content will be made available through the Flixster application on Samsung’s Smart Hub, as well as on a broad range of connected devices such as smart phones,tablet, PCs and Smart TVs. Consumers also have the option to purchase HD quality versions of these movies, and can share digital library content with other members under the same account.
Innovative Blu-ray Features in a Sophisticated Form Factor
Consumers can look forward to innovative designwithout sacrificing performance with Samsung’s new stylish 3D Blu-ray line. The units are designed as symmetric products with convenient centralized controls for easy access and management, and Samsung’s premium players also come with a centralized slot-in mechanism. The line-up’s lack of mechanical parts also makesfor a smoother and quieter loading experience, with a boot time of less than one second.
Consumers now have an easy way to enhance and upgrade their current TV experience with the latest services and content options through Samsung’s Blu-ray players. The premium 3D Blu-ray line-up provides access to Samsung SmartHub, a simple way to access, search and explore Samsung Apps. New in 2012, Samsung Blu-ray players will offer a full web browser and the ability to experience rich content. They also have built-in WiFi for convenient access to a variety of web-based content and connectivity options.
Sharing content across devices is made even easier with the new DLNA-certified Blu-ray line. In addition, 2012 Blu-ray players will be supported by WiFi Direct, which allows WiFi devices to be connected directly and easily without a wireless access point.
Regardless of the source material’s original resolution, the 2012 3D Blu-ray line’s powerful video processor can up-convert DVDs, older non-HD content and even low-resolution streaming video to pristine Full HD 1080p. It also supports an array of audio formats including Dolby Digital Plus / TrueHD and DTS-HD BitstreamOutputs. No matter what the experience, the2012lineup’s BD Wise Plus feature automatically adjusts the TV setting to provide optimal picture for each scenario.
Compact Blu-ray Player
Only slightly larger than a Blu-ray disc, the versatile Samsung BD-ES6000 3D Blu-ray player packs the latest video technologies and connectivity features into a compact form factor. This balance of technology and high design makes it a perfect addition to any room where space is at a premium, but outstanding video playback is desired.
Taking minimalism to the max without sacrificingperformance, the BD-ES6000 sports a cubic form factor and features a stylish multi-layered pattern design on the top of its cabinet.
3D Blu-ray with Dual HDMI Inputs
Bringing Hollywood even closer to home, the slimand stylish Samsung BD-E6500 3D Blu-ray player delivers breathtaking 2D and 3D content playback. With 2 HDMI inputs, it streamlines connections to the TV by allowing more than one component, such as a set-top box and game console, to be hooked up to BD-E6500 and connected to the TV via only one HDMI output. This minimize the number of wires required so that the home entertainment area may be free ofclutter an also maintain a minimalist look-and-feel to the room.
The BD-E6500 features a two-tone design that accentuates its slimness. The top of the player features an elegant piano-black finish, while the bottom has the look and feel of high-grade metal. A bright but unobtrusive Mystic Blue lighting feature serves as an elegant accent to unite the two parts together.
Reinventing the Multi-Screen Experience
Samsung is introducing a new remote control appthat can be downloaded onto an Android or Apple smartphone. Previously only available for Samsung TVs, the 2012 remote control app enhances how users control and search for content on their Blu-ray players. The app’s MovieNote feature also offers instant access to detailed information on movies they are currently watching, including plot synopsis, actor and director biography information.
When the smartphone is connected to the same home network as a Samsung Blu-ray player, userscan control their Blu-ray player with ease and usethe QWERTY keyboard on their devices for easy information input.
Parents will also be able to use Samsung’s Kids service to access a variety of educational video-on-demand content across several categories – Communication, Exercise, Arts & Play, Science, Social Activity and Math, and reward children with virtual stickers or other awards for a fun andinteractive learning experience.
Sangchul Lee, Senior Vice President, Visual DisplayBusiness at Samsung Electronics said:
“Building on Samsung’s legacy of innovation, the new additions to the Blu-ray player line offer consumers increasing options to enjoy an outstanding home entertainment experience regardless of the content sources. Consumers now have an endless list of connectivity options and services for a true multi-screen experience

Watch Celebrity Cricket League Online


You can watch your favourite film star’s cricket match online. cclt20.in , official website of Celebrity Cricket League (CCL) provides live streaming of CCL matches.
Celebrity Cricket League (CCL) is the cricket league of teams of celebrities or filmstars in India. In 2012 CCL, altogether there are 6 teams of celebrities which are Karnataka Bulldozers , Mumbai Heroes, Telugu Warriors , Kerala Strikers , Chennai Rhinos and Bengal Tigers.
To Watch CCL Live Streaming click the link below
http://cclt20.in/live.php
CCL 2012 started on 13th January with superstars of the Indian film industry coming together to share their love of cricket with their fans.
The first game of tournament was a thrilling tie between Mumbai Heroes and Telugu Warriors. The second game, featuring Chennai Rhinos and Mumbai Heroes, saw the Bollywood stars edging by the last season’s champions. The third match saw Karnataka Bulldozers scoring a record-breaking 252 runs against new entrants, Bengal Tigers.

iBooks 2 for iPad Announced – Download and Read iBooks Textbooks

Apple announced iBooks 2 for iPad , featuring iBooks textbooks, an entirely new kind of textbook that’s dynamic, engaging and truly interactive. iBooks textbooks offer iPad users gorgeous, fullscreen textbooks with interactive animations, diagrams, photos, videos, unrivaled navigation and much more. It is available only in US.
iBooks textbooks can be kept up to date, don’t weigh down a backpack and never have to be returned. Leading education services companies including Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, McGraw-Hill and Pearson will deliver educational titles on the iBookstore with most priced at $14.99 or less, andwith the new iBooks Author, a free authoring toolavailable today, anyone with a Mac can create stunning iBooks textbooks.
The new iBooks 2 app is available as a free download from the App Store.

http://itunes.apple.com/in/app/ibooks/id364709193?mt=8

With support for great new features including gorgeous, fullscreen books, interactive 3D objects, diagrams, videos and photos, the iBooks 2 app will let students learn about the solar system or the physics of a skyscraper with amazing new interactive textbooks that come to life with just atap or swipe of the finger. With its fast, fluid navigation, easy highlighting and note-taking, searching and definitions, plus lesson reviews and study cards, the new iBooks 2 app lets students study and learn in more efficient and effective ways than ever before.
iBooks Author is also available today as a free download from the Mac App Store and lets anyone with a Mac create stunning iBooks textbooks, cookbooks, history books, picture books and more, and publish them to Apple’s iBookstore. Authors and publishers of any size can start creating with Apple-designed templatesthat feature a wide variety of page layouts. iBooks Author lets you add your own text and images by simply dragging and dropping, and with the Multi-Touch widgets you can easily add interactive photo galleries, movies, Keynote presentations and 3D objects.
Philip Schiller, Apple’s senior vice president of Worldwide Marketing said:
“Education is deep in Apple’s DNA and iPad may be our most exciting education product yet. With 1.5 million iPads already in use in education institutions, including over 1,000 one-to-one deployments, iPad is rapidly being adopted by schools across the US and around the world. Now with iBooks 2 for iPad, students have a more dynamic, engaging and truly interactive way to read and learn, using the device they already love.”

Google to Open Source Sky Map, Close Picnik, Social Graph API and Urchin

To give more focus on core products, Google is planning to merge, open-source, or phase out some of its products in the coming months. Google Message Continuity (GMC), Google Sky Map, Needlebase, Picnik, SocialGraph API, Urchin are the six of google’s popular products that are going to undergo merging, open sourcing or merging shortly.
Google will be open-sourcing Sky Map and are collaborating with Carnegie Mellon University in a partnership that will see further development of Sky Map as a series of student projects.
Google Message Continuity (GMC) : In December 2010 we launched an email disaster recovery product for enterprise customers that use Google’s cloud to back up emails originally sent or received in an on-premise, Microsoft Exchange system. In the time since google launched, hundreds of businesses signed up for it. By comparison, in that same time, millions of businesses move entirely to the cloud with Google Apps, benefitting from disaster recovery capabilities built directly into Apps. Current GMC customers will be able to use GMC for the duration of their contract and are encouraged to consider using Google Apps as their primary messaging and collaboration platform.
Google Sky Map : This app was created by half a dozen Googlers at the Pittsburgh office in their 20percent time to show off the amazing capabilities of the sensors in the first-generation Android phones and offer a window into the sky. Since google launched the tool in 2009, google have managed to share our passion with more than 20 million Android users. Google will be open-sourcing Sky Map and are collaborating with Carnegie Mellon University in a partnership that will see further development of Sky Map as aseries of student projects.
Needlebase : Google will retire this data management platform, which it acquired from ITA Software, on June 1, 2011. The technology is being evaluated for integration into Google’s other data-related initiatives.
Picnik : Gogle will retire the service on April 19, 2012 so the Picnik team can continue creating photo-editing magic across Google products. You can download a zip file of your creations through Picnik Takeout or copy them to Google+. As of now, the premium service is free to everyone. Premium members will receive a full refund in the coming weeks.
Social Graph API : This API makes information about the public connections between people on the web available for developers. The API isn’t experiencing the kind of adoption we’d like, and is being deprecated as of today. It will be fully retired on April 20, 2012.
Urchin : In 2005 google acquired Urchin, whose online web analytics product became the foundation for Google Analytics, helping businesses of all sizes measure their websites and online marketing. Google will fully committed to building an industry-leading online analytics product, so it is saying goodbye to the client-hosted version, known as Urchin Software . New Urchin Software licenses will no longer be available after March 2012.