Samsung Z IN A NutShell : TIZEN OS

Samsung Z is a new hype in the tech world owing to the introduction of a new operating system: Tizen. The smartphone consists of a set of high-end features including a 2.3 GHz Quad-core processor, 4G connectivity and a 2600 mAh battery. The gadget houses an impressive 4.8 inches display screen with Super AMOLED capacitive technology. In addition, 780 by 1280 pixels resolution is going to be amazing for a superior multi-media experience. Other specs of the phone include an 8 MP main shooter, 16 GB memory onboard and the regular connectivity options, such as Bluetooth, NFC and Wi-Fi.

Tizen and New UI

Tizen is a new operating system which has been developed by Samsung in partnership with Intel Corporation. The new OS resembles Android since both are Linux based and are open source. In fact, as much as one-third of Tizen is the same as Android. However, there are a few major differences as well, such as the user interface. The home screen of Android based phones bears only the clock and one row of your preferred apps at the bottom of the screen. However, the home screen in Tizen based phones brings a complete app drawer like display.

Floating Browser Effect

This effect is also termed as multi-window view for apps. Although this is not a new concept, it has still not been available on every single Android phone. However, this multi-window view will be available to Samsung Z users.

Tizen VS Android

Users of Samsung Z are going feel a difference as compared to their previous Android phones. Although both the operating systems are similar, there are some noticeable differences. These are summarized in the table below.

	Tizen OS	Android OS
Launched By	Samsung and Intel Corp.	Google
User Interface	HTML 5 based	Java based
Home Screen Display	App drawer display	Clock and one row of icons at the bottom of the screen
Floating Browser Effect	Supported	Not Supported
Supported Devices	Smartphones, tablets, notebooks smart televisions and Tizen IVI	Smartphones, tablets, ultrabooks and smart televisions
Applications	HTML 5 based web applications coded to run on all platforms	Applications specially coded to run on Android devices only

 

General
2G Network	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Network	HSDPA
4G Network	LTE
SIM	Yes
Announced	2014, June
Status	Coming soon. Exp. release 2014, Q3

Body
Dimensions	138.2 x 69.8 x 8.5 mm (5.44 x 2.75 x 0.33 in)
Weight	136 g (4.80 oz)
	- Fingerprint sensor

Display
Type	Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
Size	720 x 1280 pixels, 4.8 inches (~306 ppi pixel density)
Multitouch	Yes

Sound
Alert types	Vibration; MP3, WAV ringtones
Loudspeaker	Yes
3.5mm jack	Yes

Memory
Card slot	microSD, up to 64 GB
Internal	16 GB, 2 GB RAM

Data
GPRS	Yes
EDGE	Yes
Speed	HSPA+; LTE, Cat4, 50 Mbps UL, 150 Mbps DL
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi hotspot
Bluetooth	Yes, v4.0 with A2DP, EDR, LE
NFC	Yes
Infrared port	Yes
USB	Yes, microUSB v2.0

Camera
Primary	8 MP, 3264 x 2448 pixels, autofocus, LED flash
Features	Geo-tagging
Video	Yes
Secondary	Yes, 2.1 MP

Features
OS	Tizen OS, v2.2.1
CPU	Quad-core 2.3 GHz
Sensors	Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, heart rate
Messaging	SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Mail, IM, RSS
Browser	HTML5
Radio	TBD
GPS	Yes, with A-GPS support and GLONASS
Java	Yes, via Java MIDP emulator
Colors	Black, Black/brown
	- Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic - SNS integration - MP4/WMV/H.264/H.263 player - MP3/WAV/eAAC+/WMA/FLAC player - Organizer - Image viewer - Document viewer - Voice memo/dial - Predictive text input

Battery
	Li-Ion 2600 mAh battery
Stand-by
Talk time

Huawei Honor 3X with Octa-Core Processor 5.5 inch Display Only At $280

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Chinese smartphone manufacturer, Huawei has come up with a dazzling gadget in its efforts to make a mark in the tech world. Successor to Honor 3X, Huawei’s Honor 3X Pro is a device designed to blow away its audience through a stunning 5.5 inches display along with the powerful performance of an octa core processor. In fact, the phablet has brought forth an entire set of remarkable features.

Have a look at what more Huawei Honor 3X pro offers.

Design Features

The gadget brings a premium feel through its faux-leather back, just like the one found in Samsung’s Galaxy Note 3 as well as Note 3 Lite. The phablet is lightweight and sleek. The 5.5 inches of screen is illuminated by 16M colors display. LTPS LCD capacitive technology has been used for the touch screen with multi-touch functionality.

The color range for the gadget is narrow with only two options: black and white. However, these classy shades impart a professional look to the phablet for use by executives.

Functionality

The Chinese variant of the phone will offer 4G connectivity for fast internet browsing. The models released for the rest of the world will let users enjoy 3G networking. In addition, the dual-sim feature in the phone makes it handier. Users can enjoy the benefits of two mobile networks or maintain separate numbers for personal and business contacts.

The large display brings an impressive resolution for clear and sharp images and an amazing multi-media experience. The latter is enhanced through DTS sound integration.

There is 32 GB onboard memory along with 2GB RAM. These are impressive specs, providing users with a large storage for their media libraries, documents and countless apps. This did not keep the manufacturers from adding an extra slot of memory card. Additional memory can be up to 64 GB.

Performance

The phablet is powered by a stunningly fast octa core processor. It operates at a speed of 1.7 GHz for extremely fast operations which include initial loading of the OS, multi-tasking and application loading.

Android’s Jelly Bean version 4.2.2 operates under the hood. This is the only slight disappointment in the device since the version is quite outdated for the year 2014. With KitKat running on most latest gadgets, Huawei Honor 3X Pro might not come up to the standards of users demanding more high-end features. Nevertheless, the OS running on the phablet is sufficient for enjoying latest versions of apps and an overall satisfying performance.

Impressive Camera

One of the features which take the edge off the gadget’s rather outdated OS is its impressive camera. The primary camera operates through a 13 MP lens. The clarity of photos is further assured by its amazing 4128 by 3096 pixels resolution. In addition, the secondary camera also comes with a much higher resolution as compared to most other phones. This 5MP lens leads to great quality of video conferencing.

Final Thoughts

Huawei Honor 3X Pro is a promising gadget with high-end features and a desirable functionality. Its powerful processor couples with 3000 mAh of amazing battery power to make the sturdy giant truly impressive. In addition, an affordable price range is what is likely to make potential buyers prefer this phablet over more expensive options this year.

General
2G Network	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G Network	HSDPA 900 / 2100
SIM	Dual SIM (Mini-SIM, Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Announced	2014, May
Status	Coming soon. Exp. release 2014, June

Body
Dimensions	-
Weight	-

Display
Type	LTPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
Size	1080 x 1920 pixels, 5.5 inches (~401 ppi pixel density)
Multitouch	Yes

Sound
Alert types	Vibration, MP3 ringtones
Loudspeaker	Yes
3.5mm jack	Yes
	- DTS sound enhancement

Memory
Card slot	microSD, up to 64 GB
Internal	32 GB, 2 GB RAM

Data
GPRS	Yes
EDGE	Yes
Speed	HSDPA, HSUPA
WLAN	Yes
Bluetooth	Yes, v4.0 with A2DP
USB	Yes, microUSB v2.0

Camera
Primary	13 MP, 4128 x 3096 pixels, autofocus, LED flash
Features	Geo-tagging, touch focus, face detection, HDR
Video	Yes, 1080p@30fps
Secondary	Yes, 5 MP

Features
OS	Android OS, v4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)
Chipset	Mediatek MT6592
CPU	Octa-core 1.7 GHz
GPU	Mali-450MP4
Sensors	Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Messaging	SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Mail, IM
Browser	HTML5
Radio	FM radio
GPS	Yes, with A-GPS support and GLONASS
Java	Yes, via Java MIDP emulator
Colors	Black, White
	- SNS integration - Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic - Google Search, Maps, Gmail, Talk - MP3/WAV/eAAC+ player - MP4/H.263/H.264 player - Organizer - Document viewer - Photo viewer/editor - Voice memo/dial/commands - Predictive text input

Battery
	Li-Ion 3000 mAh battery
Stand-by	N/A
Talk time	N/A

Microsoft Surface Pro 3 - 12.0 Inches Display at $799

Microsoft’s new surface pro 3 is ready to hit the market with tweaked up specs and a list of attractive features. With 12 inches of display screen and the powerful performance of Core i7, the gadget lies between the category of conventional tablets and larger laptops. In other words, it is larger and more feature-rich than regular tablets as well more portable and lighter than ordinary laptops. This defines Microsoft’s new claim to fame as the attractive Surface Pro 3 is announced to be introduced at $799 in the US market.

The gadget is thin and light – its first remarkable quality. Being only 9.1 mm thick, surface pro 3 is lighter than Apples’s Macbook Air. The new version is also thinner than its two ancestors. In fact, the manufacturers claim that this gadget is the thinnest of all devices running with Core processors. This gives potential buyers an incentive to purchase the device since it is going to offer exceptional convenience regarding portability. Plus, it would definitely be something to boast about among peers.

What makes Microsoft’s Surface Pro 3 even more attractive in the tech community is its kickstand. Users will be able to adjust the tablet at any angle twenty-two and one hundred and fifty degrees. Therefore, the ease of use with this device is impressive. This kickstand feature is a new addition to the tablet which its ancestors lack.

The gadget is also accompanied with a Surface Pro pen which resembles Samsung’s stylus pen. It allows users more precision while typing or drawing. In addition, the use of this pen is also extended to several applications. Having a pen device for tablets is always a cool feature which adds to their value.

The thin tablet is not going to deprive users of connectivity ports. A USB 3.0 port is available along with a Mini Display port as well as a slot of MicroSD card has been accommodated in the slender body. In addition, the gadget also houses a satisfying 5.0 MP primary camera. Users can also make use of the front cam for video conferencing. There are also various memory options, letting users accommodate their media galleries, documents and a large collection of apps. These options include 4 GB and 8 GB onboard storage along with SSD storage capacity ranging from 64 GB to as much as 512 GB.

Surface Pro 3 can nicely replace your lap as it offers a cover keyboard. This makes the gadget an impressive hybrid. The keyboard is backlit and easy to use. However, it is not included in the total sum of $799. The cover keyboard charges extra and has to be bought separately. This is going to be a turn off for potential buyers.

How Microsoft Surface Pro 3 is actually going to score among users is yet to be discovered till the gadget finally arrives in the market. However, it does look good with promising specs, innovative technology and portability. After all, the stylish hybrid just might come up to its manufacturer’s claims by replacing your laptop or tablet.

 

Display

Device type	Tablet
OS	Windows (8.1 Pro)
Dimensions	11.5 x 7.93 x 0.36 inches (292 x 201 x 9 mm)
Weight	28.16 oz (798 g) ,the average is 16.6 oz (473 g)
Body material	Metal
Design features	Stylus
Side Keys	Left: Volume control
Colors	Gray
Tablet dock	Yes
Features	USB (5)

Design

Physical size	12.0 inches
Resolution	2160 x 1440 pixels
Pixel density	Pixel density - The pixel density of a display represents the number of pixels over an area of one inch. It’s measured in “pixels per inch”, or ppi. The higher the number, the more detailed and good-looking the display is. 216 ppi
Technology	Technology - There are two main screen technologies currently used in phones and tablets: LCD and AMOLED. The former usually features a light source and liquid crystals, while the latter is based on organic light-emitting diodes.Newer LCD variations like IPS-LCD and Super-LCD allow for very accurate color reproduction and very wide viewing angles, where no significant image quality loss is observed. Current AMOLED screens differ in such a way that they can exhibit much more saturated colors (sometimes too much) and incredibly high contrast levels, which is due to black color being completely black in AMOLED displays. IPS LCD
Touchscreen	Capacitive, Multi-touch
Features	Light sensor

Camera

Camera	5 megapixels
Resolution	2160 x 1440 pixels
Camcorder	1920x1080 (1080p HD)
Front-facing camera	5 megapixels
Video capture	1920x1080 (1080p HD)

Hardware

System chip	System chip - Most modern handsets use an advanced chip that includes many of the device’s hardware modules like the processor, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and sometimes even the wireless radio. This field shows what particular system chip (or System-on-a-Chip) is used in the phone.Intel Core i7
Graphics processor	Intel HD Graphics
System memory	System memory - System memory, or RAM memory is the type of memory that the device uses to temporarily store data from the OS or currently-running apps. The more RAM available to the device, the better the performance will be when multiple or heavier programs are running.8192 MB RAM (Dual-channel) / LPDDR3
Built-in storage	512 GB
Maximum User Storage	450 GB
Storage expansion	microSD, microSDHC

Multimedia

Music player	Filter by:Album, Artist, PlaylistsFeatures:Album art cover, Background playback Supported formats: MP3
Video playback	Supported formats: MPEG4, H.263, H.264
Speakers	Stereo speakers

Internet browsing

Browser

supports: HTML, HTML5, Flash

Phone features

Organizer	Calendar, Alarm, To-Do, Document viewer (Office, PDF), Calculator, World clock, Timer, Notepad
E-mail	IMAP, POP3, SMTP, Microsoft Exchange
Instant Messaging	Windows Live / MSN, Skype

Connectivity

Bluetooth	4.0
Wi-Fi	802.11 a, b, g, n, ac
USB	USB 3.0Connector: Full-size USB Features: USB Host
Headphones connector	3.5mm
Charging connector	Proprietary
Other	Mini DisplayPort

Other features

Additional microphone/s	Yes
Sensors	Accelerometer, Gyroscope, CompassVoice recording

Availability

Officially announced	20 May 2014
Scheduled release	Scheduled release - Shows when is the particular phone scheduled to be made available to the public in North America20 Jun 2014 (Official)

Shopping information

Warranty period	12 Months
MSRP price	$ 1949

LG G3 - LG's Monster Mobile Phone with 5.5 inch Display

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LG G3 is an upcoming marvel for the tech world. With innovative features and a promising performance, G3 has enabled its Korean manufacturers to stand right next to the current champions of smartphone technology: Apple and Samsung. The main highlights of the phablet include an exceptional display, a metallic skin body and a high-end camera with autofocus. The rest of the features also provide assurance of a remarkable performance.

The following discussion explains what LG G3 is bringing forth for interested buyers.

Design – A New Metallic Skin

G3 has inherited its rounded corners and sleek bezels from its predecessor LG G2. However, it brings something entirely new which the world has not experienced before: a metallic skin. It is an innovative blend of plastic and metal. The back consists of a metal film which resides within polycarbonate skeleton. This arrangement imparts the gadget a premium look while enabling users to have a better grip on the plastic frame. Therefore, users can look forward to enjoy the best of both worlds.

In addition, another innovative tweak in the phone is the placement of the power button and volume controls. Instead of being on the side or at the top, both the buttons are at the back of the phone. This is going to increase the convenience of users as the buttons are more accessible as compared to their conventional placement on most phones.

Extraordinary Display

The remarkable display of the phablet is another feature which has pulled it into the limelight. With 5.5 inches of screen size, a 2560 by 1440 pixels resolution bedazzles users with jaw dropping sharpness of approximately 534 PPI pixel density. These figures promise the ultimate user experience with multimedia, internet browsing and games. In addition, True HD IPS Capacitive touchscreen technology makes the gadget even more attractive.

Laser Auto Focus

The phablet houses an impressive camera with innovative laser auto focus technology which improves precision while shooting. This technology enables the camera to measure the distance between its lens and the subject being shot. This enhances the speed of focusing. Furthermore, subjects can be detected even in low light environments in order to be captured with clarity.

Intuitive Use

A feature, termed as Smart Notice, makes LG G3 operate intuitively to make its functionality personalized for its users. It makes use of contextual input by its users and learns from their pattern of use. A smartphone in the truest sense of the word, G3 keeps up with your everyday usage patterns to provide recommendations to you. For instance, it can provide you with reminders based on your location, regular memory clean ups or call log related reminders.

LG G3 has been introduced with the aim of making your life simpler. Its brilliant features provide the best functionality. Powered up by a 2.5 GHz Quad-core processor, the phablet operates with the energy of an impressive 3000 mAh battery and offers 4G connectivity. Therefore, the intelligent gadget is also powerful. Its outward appearance is stunning as well with a choice of five unique metallic shades. It is, therefore, a complete package from inside out.

Available as:
LG G3 D850/D855 for Europe
LG G3 LS990 for Sprint

General	2G Network	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
		CDMA 800 / 1900 - CDMA version
	3G Network	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
		CDMA2000 1xEV-DO - CDMA version
	4G Network	LTE 800 / 1800 / 2600
		LTE - CDMA version
	SIM	Micro-SIM
	Announced	2014, May
	Status	Available. Released 2014, June

Body	Dimensions	146.3 x 74.6 x 8.9 mm (5.76 x 2.94 x 0.35 in)
	Weight	149 g (5.26 oz)

Display	Type	True HD-IPS + LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
	Size	1440 x 2560 pixels, 5.5 inches (~534 ppi pixel density)
	Multitouch	Yes
	Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass 3

Sound	Alert types	Vibration, MP3, WAV ringtones
	Loudspeaker	Yes
	3.5mm jack	Yes
		- Dolby mobile sound enhancement

Memory	Card slot	microSD, up to 128 GB
	Internal	16 GB, 2 GB RAM/ 32 GB, 3 GB RAM

Data	GPRS	Class 12 (4+1/3+2/2+3/1+4 slots), 32 - 48 kbps
	EDGE	Class 12
	Speed	HSDPA, 42 Mbps; HSUPA, 21 Mbps; LTE, Cat4, 50 Mbps UL, 150 Mbps DL/ EV-DO Rev. A, up to 3.1 Mbps
	WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, Wi-Fi hotspot
	Bluetooth	Yes, v4.0 with A2DP, LE
	NFC	Yes
	Infrared port	Yes
	USB	Yes, microUSB v2.0 (SlimPort), USB On-the-go, USB Host

Camera	Primary	13 MP, 4160 x 3120 pixels, phase detection/laser autofocus, optical image stabilization, dual-LED (dual tone) flash, check quality
	Features	1/3'' sensor size, simultaneous video and image recording, geo-tagging, face detection, HDR
	Video	Yes, 2160p@30fps, 1080p@30fps, HDR, stereo sound rec., video stabilization, check quality
	Secondary	Yes, 2.1 MP, 1080p@30fps

Features	OS	Android OS, v4.4.2 (KitKat)
	Chipset	Qualcomm MSM8975AC Snapdragon 801
	CPU	Quad-core 2.5 GHz Krait 400
	GPU	Adreno 330
	Sensors	Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
	Messaging	SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Mail, IM, RSS
	Browser	HTML5
	Radio	TBD
	GPS	Yes, with A-GPS support and GLONASS
	Java	Yes, via Java MIDP emulator
	Colors	Metallic Black, Silk White, Shine Gold, Moon Violet, Burgundy Red
		- Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic - SNS applications - MP4/DviX/XviD/H.264/H.263/WMV player - MP3/WAV/FLAC/eAAC+/WMA player - Photo viewer/editor - Document viewer - Organizer - Voice memo/dial/commands - Predictive text input

Battery		Li-Ion 3000 mAh battery
	Stand-by
	Talk time

Tests	Camera	Photo / Video

Acer Iconia W4

What is the Acer Iconia W4?

The amazing Acer Iconia W4 is an 8-inch and Windows 8.1 tablet that joins the not so famous Toshiba Encore as well as the more extraordinary Dell Venue Pro 8 as somewhere you can get each and every benefit of a full Windows PC type access to Microsoft Office as well as the ability to download applications of the desktop all in a quite smaller and compact body.

The Acer Iconia W4 Design

The W4 is thinner and lighter than its previous model, but not by that much, to be honest. It measures in at 10.75mm thick as well as weighing in at 415g. It’s not as lean as the 7.9-inch iPad Mini 2 Retina, but it’s reasonably comfortable and light to use in just one hand for lengthier periods.

Now, there exists a silver grey shade that runs through the entire body while the bezel’s bottom is denser to put up a physical Windows button. It's handy, but it doesn’t really do the Iconia W4 any favors beautifully. Also, when the tablet’s in your hand and in landscape mode, it feels a bit weird to grip it.

Connections and buttons contain micro HDMI and a volume rocker so that it can be connected to a bigger display as well as a Micro SD card slot that's placed over on the edge’s right. On the top is the on and off button while the headphone jack, two speakers, and micro USB sit on the edge’s bottom.

Just like the Venue Pro 8, the microUSB works like a USB to connect other peripherals, and unlike the tablet of Dell, an adapter of microUSB is contained within the box. Furthermore, the W4 has a Bluetooth 4.0, so it's well-suited with the official accessories of Acer and should work fine with third-party ones too.

The W4 is definitely lovelier looking than the Encore, but then again it's not very different enough from the W3. It makes it an extremely plain boring tablet to look at.

 

Acer Iconia W4’s Screen and Sound Quality

The Acer Iconia W4 has a display of an 8-inch 1, 280 x 800 IPS along with a 16:10 feature ratio that matches the Encore and Venue Pro 8. The W4 is quite easier to view outdoors. Under ceiling lights, there are still a few problems with glare on the screen.

There exists a nominal pixel density rise from 186ppi to 189ppi and this basically means it doesn’t have the excellent clarity you can imagine on small tablets such as the Kindle Fire HDX 7, Nexus 7, or the iPad Minis.

The screen responsiveness isn’t great either. It supports 10-point multi touch and that is completely acceptable for a screen of this size. While it usually registers zooming and swipes, there were these moments where people had to annoyingly tap the screen twice so that the apps could be opened.

Meanwhile, the speakers aren't anything great. They aren’t so powerful. While it doesn't seriously suffer with top volume and distortion, it doesn’t have the fullness to make it an amazing place to watch movies. It would be better if it is plugged in a decent pair of headphones where the audio sounds clearer.

Operating System
Operating System	Windows 8.1
Processor & Chipset
Processor Manufacturer	Intel
Processor Type	Atom
Processor Model	Z3740
Processor Speed	1.33 GHz
Processor Core	Quad-core (4 Core)
Memory
Standard Memory	2 GB
Memory Technology	LPDDR3
Memory Card Reader	Yes
Memory Card Supported	microSD microSD Extended Capacity (microSDXC)
Storage
Flash Memory Capacity	32 GB
Display & Graphics
Screen Size	8"
Display Screen Type	Active Matrix TFT Color LCD
Screen Mode	WXGA
Screen Resolution	1280 x 800
Backlight Technology	LED
Touchscreen	Yes
Multi-touch Screen	Yes
Graphics Controller Manufacturer	Intel
Graphics Controller Model	HD Graphics
Graphics Memory Technology	LPDDR3
Graphics Memory Accessibility	Shared
Network & Communication
Wireless LAN	Yes
Wireless LAN Manufacturer	AzureWave
Wireless LAN Model	AW-AH691
Wireless LAN Standard	IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n
Bluetooth	Yes
Interfaces/Ports
HDMI	Yes
Input Devices
Keyboard Type	Touchscreen Keyboard
Built-in Devices
Microphone	Yes
Software
Operating System	Windows 8.1
Operating System Architecture	32-bit
Battery Information
Number of Cells	2-cell
Battery Chemistry	Lithium Polymer (Li-Polymer)
Battery Capacity	4960 mAh
Maximum Video Battery Time	8 Hour
Power Description
Maximum Power Supply Wattage	10 W
Physical Characteristics
Height	0.4"
Width	5.3"
Depth	8.6"
Weight (Approximate)	14.64 oz
Miscellaneous
Additional Information	Wireless LAN: Acer Nplify 802.11a/b/g/n
Warranty
Warranty	Limited Warranty agreement applies.