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Google Didn't Infringe On Oracle Patents, Decides Jury In Android Suit

Clears the search giant of eight counts of patent infringement, but holds it responsible for two minor violations.

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Nachiket 'therapist' Mhatre, 25th May 2012 18:33
Google Didn't Infringe On Oracle Patents, Decides Jury In Android Suit

The long drawn battle between Oracle and Google over patent infringement in the latter's Android mobile OS seems to be nearing conclusion now. The jury has decided that Android does not violate any patents, as claimed by Oracle. This has come as a major relief for the search giant, whose mobile OS enjoys a significant share of the smartphone market. Oracle's bone of contention in the lawsuit was against Google's using Java source code in its mobile operating system.

The trial that was initiated in April and lasted three weeks, relieved Google of eight counts on patent infringement claims...

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Review: Zync Z-990

A buggy Android 4.0 tablet.

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Chandrakant 'CK' Isi, 25th May 2012 17:56
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Pros: 1080p video playback; USB host capability; Good sound quality.

Cons: Poor build quality; Heating issues; Buggy software implementation.

Zync Z-990
MRP: Rs 9000
Street Price (As On 25-May-2012): Rs 8500 (HomeShop18.com; Yebhi.com)


With numerous tablet manufacturers trying their luck in the affordable market segment, it's becoming tough to keep track of all these gadgets...

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Samsung GALAXY Tab 2 310 Launched, Available For Rs 23,250

The 7" Android 4.0 tablet comes with dual cameras, Wi-Fi, and 3G; supports mobile voice calling as well.

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Jayesh Limaye, 23rd May 2012 21:27
Samsung GALAXY Tab 2 310 Launched, Available For Rs 23,250

Samsung has introduced the GALAXY Tab 2 310, the latest in its range of GALAXY tablets in India. Weighing just 345 grammes the tab sports a slim profile with dimensions of 193.7 (w)  x 122.4 (h) x 10.5 (d) mm. The company advertises it as a light and portable device, meant for those who seek greater mobility. With a 7" (600x1024) multi-touch capacitive screen, it runs on Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich). Powered by a 1 GHz dual-core processor that's complemented by 1 GB of RAM, its 16 GB inbuilt memory can be expanded via microSD up to 32 GB. There's a front VGA camera for video calling, while the rear 3 MP camera can be used for quick snaps and also to shoot 1080p videos at 30 fps...

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Go Tech Launches funtab 7.1 fusion and 7.1 fonetab For Rs 4000 and Rs 7000

Low-cost Android tablets come with 7" screens, allow video chat with front camera.

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Jayesh Limaye, 18th May 2012 11:08
Go Tech Launches funtab 7.1 fusion and 7.1 fonetab For Rs 4000 and Rs 7000

Go Tech has added a couple of more models to the inexpensive tablet pool with the launch  of the funtab 7.1 fusion and 7.1 fonetab. The 7.1 fusion is priced at Rs 4000, while the 7.1 fonetab at Rs 7000 comes with a SIM slot for cellular data connectivity. In addition to the above, it plans to launch as many as four more tablets this year. The company aims to sell up to 10,000 units of these Android devices in the next three months.

The 7.1 fusion comes with Android 2.3, while the 7.1 fonetab has Android 2.2, and both are powered by an 800 MHz CPU. Sporting a 7" screen with pixel dimensions of 800x480, the fusion has 256 MB RAM...

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Summer 2012 Buyer's Guide: Tablets

Find out which tablet will suit your needs best.

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Kamakshi S, 14th May 2012 17:36
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Summer 2012 Buyer's Guide: Tablets

Tablets represent a new age of computing. These devices are usually used to enjoy multimedia on the move, along with checking emails and handling basic productivity tasks. Moreover, with all the application repositories swelling up with each passing day across platforms, makes the tablet market very competitive, with several options for you to pick from. We tell you which device you can look at, based on your pocket and requirements...

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Review: Samsung GALAXY Tab 620

An expensive tablet that fails to impress.

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Kamakshi S, 14th May 2012 07:07
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Pros: Smooth HD video playback; Streams online videos well.

Cons: Proprietary charging port; Poor Flash support; Unimpressive camera.

Samsung GALAXY Tab 620

MRP: Rs 27,000
Street Price (As On 14-May-2012): Rs 25,900 (Flipkart.com); Rs 25,800 (Tradus.in)

Samsung has brought out several variants of tablets under its GALAXY range, in multiple screen sizes. Of these, the 7" version is the cheapest of the lot...

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Mercury Announces iXA Tab, Priced At Rs 4000

Low-cost tablet running Android 2.3 has a 7" screen and front camera, available from 23rd May.

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Jayesh Limaye, 10th May 2012 16:03
Mercury Announces iXA Tab, Priced At Rs 4000

After its mTab range of tablets, Mercury has now launched the iXA Tab, at a considerably lower price of Rs 4000. This Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) device is powered by a 1 GHz CPU and 512 MB of RAM, which should be good enough to run the OS comfortably. The tab has a 7" touchscreen, albeit resistive, which is a price you have to pay for cost-cutting. The in-built capacity of 4 GB that can be augmented up to 32 GB via microSD card. Video calling is also possible, thanks to a VGA front-facing camera.

Connectivity is possible using Wi-Fi, allowing you to access internet, emails, and work while you are mobile...

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Evolution Of Android: From Angel Cake To Ice Cream Sandwich

How the world's most popular mobile platform got sweeter with each serving.

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Chandrakant 'CK' Isi, 09th May 2012 23:11
Evolution Of Android: From Angel Cake To Ice Cream Sandwich

The Android OS is currently dominating the smartphone market. Its share in tablet space has also been noteworthy. Have you ever wondered, how it all started? Contrary to assumptions, this OS was the product of a lesser known startup called Android Inc. This small company was then bought by Google for pursuing its smartphone ambitions. The search giant has since added many products and ideas to the platform, and befriended the OHA (Open Handset Alliance) alongside brands such as LG, HTC, T-Mobile, Samsung, Motorola, and Intel.

 The first consumer friendly iteration of the OS was called Angel Cake. Interestingly, Google has named all the versions in an alphabetic order...

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Samsung Offers Prize Money Of 21.5 Crores For App Contest

Smart App Challenge 2012 will award prizes to 80 app developers for its GALAXY devices.

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Nachiket 'therapist' Mhatre, 08th May 2012 20:34
Samsung Offers Prize Money Of 21.5 Crores For App Contest

It's a good time to be a developer. If you love developing smartphone apps, you definitely want to check out Samsung Smart App Challenge 2012. This contest is a part of the Korean electronics giant's endeavour to promote quality applications for the GALAXY Tab and GALAXY Note. A prize money of $4.08 million (Rs 21.5 crores approx.) will be given out to 80 winning entries.

The contest is divided into two categories - Samsung Apps Super Apps and Best S Pen Apps (for the GALAXY Note). The former category will see 30 gaming and 30 non-gaming apps take away prizes, whereas the latter will select 20 prize-winning entries that use the S Pen's functionality in "interesting and experiential ways"

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Review: Apple iPad (2012)

The hottest tablet in the market - literally!

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Chandrakant 'CK' Isi, 07th May 2012 10:22
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Pros: Excellent screen; Snappy performance; Unmatched gaming experience; Simple UI; Great sound quality; Impressive battery life.

Cons: Overheating issues; No mass storage mode; Lacks standard USB port; Can't share files over Bluetooth; Can't be charged when in use.

Apple iPad (2012)
MRP: Wi-Fi version - Rs 30,500 (16 GB); Rs 36,500 (32 GB); Rs 42,500 (64 GB)
Wi-Fi + 4G version - Rs 39,000 (16 GB); Rs 45,000 (32 GB); Rs 51,000 (64 GB)

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Review: Intex i-Tab

A feature packed tablet, but let down by bad design.

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Chandrakant 'CK' Isi, 04th May 2012 13:34
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Pros: Bright display; 1080p video playback; Comes with 3G data card.

Cons: Terrible design; Uninspiring UI; Expensive.

Intex i-Tab
MRP: Rs 12,000
Street Price (As On 2-May-2012): Rs 12,000 (eBay.in)

These days, it's hard to find a tech company that hasn't tried its luck with tablets. Although most companies, except Apple and Samsung, haven't met with significant success...

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iBall Launches Slide i7218 Tablet For Rs 12,000

Runs Android 2.3, sports a 7” screen and dual cameras.

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Jayesh Limaye, 03rd May 2012 15:51
iBall Launches Slide i7218 Tablet For Rs 12,000

iBall has added to its tablet portfolio with the launch of the Slide i7218, a successor to the original Slide that was launched last year. The new tab runs on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) and is powered by a 1 GHz ARM Cortex A8 CPU. It sports a 7” capacitive multi-touch display with a rear 2 MP camera and VGA front camera for video-calling. With 8 GB inbuilt memory, you can expand it to 32 GB via microSD slot. The company reportedly claims that this is the only tablet in India that can support direct "USB port connectivity" that allows users to connect USB devices such as flash drives, keyboards, and mice. That claim is disputed, though, as many other tabs, including the original iBall Slide have such USB Host capability...

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Review: NXG Xtab A10

An inexpensive, yet impressive Android 4.0 tablet.

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Chandrakant 'CK' Isi, 30th Apr 2012 14:56
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Pros: Well priced; Great build quality; Android 4.0; Impressive audio quality; 1080 video support; HDMI port.

Cons: Limited viewing angles.

NXG Xtab A10
MRP: Rs 5700 (4 GB); Rs 6700 (8 GB) (click the Buy Now link).

Useful or not, almost everyone wants to buy a tablet these days. However, not all folks can afford an iPad, therefore, entry-level 7" tablets are doing quite well in India...

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PlayStation Emulator Ported To BlackBerry Playbook

Lets you enjoy good old PSone titles on RIM's tablet for free.

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Chandrakant 'CK' Isi, 27th Apr 2012 17:52
PlayStation Emulator Ported To BlackBerry Playbook

Things are getting better for RIM's tablet with each passing day. A few days ago, Rovio released its Angry Birds Space game for the platform, and now it has received a PlayStation emulator called the PCSX-ReARMed-P.



The Playbook didn't received much love from consumers, and a limited number of apps was one of the many things that worked against it. However, after a recent price cut it did manage to garner eyeballs in India. For these users, this emulators is definitely going to be a treat. Who knew that one day you could play Ridge Racer on a Playbook? Although it's true that the graphics of these old games don't stand a chance against today's mobile games, but I think they still excel in the gameplay department.

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New iPad Officially Launched In India; Starts From Rs 30,500


Packs in a new A5 chip, Retina display, and 5 MP camera; available through select Apple resellers.



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Chandrakant 'CK' Isi, 27th Apr 2012 12:12
New iPad Officially Launched In India; Starts From Rs 30,500




The new iPad has been available unofficially for a while now, via Tradus.in. Although it was good for those who couldn't wait to get their hands on Apple's latest tablet, it made sense to wait for the official launch and buy such an expensive product with warranty. Now, the wait seems all worth the time, as the Cupertino-based company has launched the new iPad at a lesser price than the unofficial sources in India.



The tablet is powered by the brand new A5 chip with a quad-core GPU. Its Retina display has pixel dimensions of 2048x1536...

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Datawind Introduces Capacitive-Touch Ubislate7c For Rs 4000

Also launches a resistive-touch version for Rs 3000.

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Kamakshi S, 27th Apr 2012 08:03
Datawind Introduces Capacitive-Touch Ubislate7c For Rs 4000

Datawind, maker of the world's cheapest tablet, has decided to enter the low-end tablets segment in India, and this is not the same as its Aakash venture with the government. The company has come out with two tablets, one with a capacitive touch screen, while the other will feature a resistive one. These two new Ubislate tablets, however, will feature configurations similar to that of Aakash II, which is scheduled to launch sometime next month. The devices will sport 800 MHz Cortex A8 processors, running Android 2.3, and will also feature one standard USB port...

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Angry Birds Space Lands On BlackBerry Playbook For Rs 150

But the Windows Phone version is still nowhere in sight.

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Chandrakant 'CK' Isi, 25th Apr 2012 18:28
Angry Birds Space Lands On BlackBerry Playbook For Rs 150

Back in 2011, Rovio launched its Angry Birds series on BlackBerry's PlayBook. Needless to say, it was received very well by RIM's tablet users. This time around, the Finns have released yet another game for BlackBerry's tablet - Angry Birds Space.


The game's fan-following can be guaged by the fact that it managed to score 10 million downloads in just three days. The game features 60 levels set deep into space. Additionally, the company has added new birds with special powers to entice fans of the franchise. The game, in all probability, will also receive updates in the future...

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Aakash 2 Will Get App Support From GetJar

Will ship with the GetJar app store and allow access to select premium apps for free.

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Kamakshi S, 25th Apr 2012 15:26
Aakash 2 Will Get App Support From GetJar

Aakash 2, the second generation of the world's cheapest tablet from DataWind, will now come preinstalled with the GetJar app store. Through the this app store, users can access and download well over 350,000 applications, free of cost. However, this also leads us to deduce that low-cost tab may not come with the Android Market support out of the box, or it could offer stunted Market support as has been seen with a devices such as the NOOK Color and Kindle Fire, without rooting.

Chris Dury, CEO GetJar says, "Low-cost tablets open the capabilities of applications and the Internet for millions of people...

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Attitude Daksha Tablet Launched For Rs 5400

Android 3.2 device with a 7" screen, claims to play 1080p videos.

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Jayesh Limaye, 25th Apr 2012 10:57
Attitude Daksha Tablet Launched For Rs 5400

While the Aakash tablet project remains embroiled in controversy, other companies are making hay while the sun shines. Telmoco Development Lab has launched its own low-cost Android tablet – Attitude Daksha, which is touted by the company to be the most powerful 7" tab for students and professionals alike. The new device comes with Android 3.2 (Honeycomb) along with CyanogenMod public libraries, and is powered by a 1.2 GHz ARM Cortex A8 CPU with 512 MB DDR3 memory. The Attitude Daksha sports a 7" 5-point capacitive touchscreen, although pixel dimensions of the same have not been mentioned.

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