Top 5 mid range tablets

Lava Etab Xtron

Specifications

§  7-inch (1024 x 600 pixels) capacitive multi-touch IPS display

§  Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) OS

§  1.5 GHz dual-core Cortex A9 processor with Mali-400 quad-core GPU

§  2MP HD front-facing camera

§  3.5mm audio jack, Multi-format Video and Audio support

§  3G (via USB dongle), WiFi 802.11 b/g, micro USB port

§  1GB DDR3 RAM, 8GB internal memory (5GB user memory), 32GB expandable memory with microSD

§  3500 mAh battery\

Verdict : The etab is a great value for money. Of all the other tablets this one has the best build quality, is a superb performer, and is equipped with above average screen.

Spice Stellar Pad

Specifications

·         10.5 inch IPS touch screen (1280 x 800)

·         1.5 GHz dual core CPU

·         1 GB ram

·         16 GB internal Memory ,micro sd upto 32 GB

·         3 MP rear cam, VGA Front camera

·         Wi-Fi, micro usb

·         7600 mAH battery

·         Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean

Verdict : The spice stellar offers best value for money if you want a 10 inch screen. Its large, high def. display makes ideal for watching movies but might feel bulky weighing 667 grams.

Zync Quad 8

Specifications

·         8 inch IPS touch screen (1024 x 768)

·         1.5 GHz quad core CPU

·         1 GB ram

·         16 GB internal Memory ,micro sd upto 32 GB

·         5 MP rear cam, 2 MP front camera

·         Wi-Fi, micro-usb

·         5400 mAH battery

·         Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean

Verdict :Zync’s quad 8 processor makes it one of the best budget tablet for gaming. This slate is good for reading. But be warned Videos will be displayed in letter box mode.

Google Nexus 7 

Specifications

·         7 inch IPS touch screen (1280 x 800)

·         1.2 GHz quad core CPU

·         1 GB ram

·         16 GB internal Memory ,no micro sd card slot

·         1.2 MP front cam

·         Wi-Fi, micro usb, bluetooth

·         4325  mAH battery

·         Android 4.2  Jelly Bean

Verdict : Pure google experience, a gorgeous HD screen and a fast processor at a mid –range price makes google nexus 7 an absolute steal. But the lack of 3G connectivity makes limits its on the move utility.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 P3100

Specifications

·         7 inch IPS touch screen (1024 x 600)

·         1 GHz dual core CPU

·         1 GB ram

·         16 GB internal Memory ,micro sd upto 32 GB

·         3 MP rear cam, VGA  front camera

·         Wi-Fi, micro-usb, Bluetooth, 3G

·         4000  mAH battery

·         Android 4 Ice Cream Sandwich upgradeable to Jelly Bean

Verdict : The Galaxy Tab 2 loses out to the Nexus 7 in almost every performance test, but there are two things that work in its favour. First, on-the-go 3G connectivity is a big deal, and it changes how you use a tablet. Second, microSD storage is a big plus point – once you start downloading those magazines and movies from the Play Store, you’ll be surprised how fast memory gets filled up. However, be prepared for underwhelming battery life, especially when you start using it with a 3G connection

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WWDC 2013 Kicks off June 10

Apple just announced that it will hold its World wide developers conference between june 10 and june 14 in San Francisco tickets will go on sale on April 25 at 10:00 am. PDT.We'll probably see new OSX and the iOS 7.
        Apple's CEO Tim cook said that we shouldn't expect new products  until fall of 2013. But I think it'll give us at least a few hardware details about the iPhone 5s.

                                                 Press release  

Apple Worldwide Developers Conference to Kick Off June 10 in San Francisco

Tickets on Sale Tomorrow

CUPERTINO, California—April 24, 2013—Apple® today announced that it will hold its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) June 10 through June 14 at San Francisco’s Moscone West. At the five-day conference, developers from around the world will learn about the future of iOS and OS X®, enabling them to create incredible new apps with innovative features. WWDC will also feature more than 100 technical sessions presented by over 1,000 Apple engineers, hands-on labs to help developers integrate new technologies, as well as the popular Apple Design Awards, a showcase of the most outstanding apps available through the App Store℠ and Mac® App Store. Tickets for this year’s WWDC go on sale Thursday, April 25 at 10 a.m. PDT.

“We look forward to gathering at WWDC 2013 with the incredible community of iOS and OS X developers,” said Philip Schiller, Apple’s senior vice president of Worldwide Marketing. “Our developers have had the most prolific and profitable year ever, and we’re excited to show them the latest advances in software technologies and developer tools to help them create innovative new apps. We can’t wait to get new versions of iOS and OS X into their hands at WWDC.”

WWDC 2013 activities include:

• More than 100 technical sessions presented by Apple engineers on a wide range of topics for developing, deploying and integrating the latest iOS and OS X technologies;
• more than 1,000 Apple engineers supporting over 100 hands-on labs and events to provide developers with code-level assistance, insight into optimal development techniques and guidance on how they can make the most of iOS and OS X technologies in their apps;
• the latest innovations, features and capabilities of iOS and OS X, and how to enhance an app’s functionality, performance, quality and design;
• the opportunity to connect with thousands of fellow iOS and OS X developers from around the world—last year more than 60 countries were represented;
• engaging and inspirational lunchtime sessions with leading minds and influencers from the worlds of technology, science and entertainment; and
• Apple Design Awards which recognize iPhone®, iPad® and Mac apps that demonstrate technical excellence, innovation and outstanding design.

To purchase tickets, get updates and more information, developers can go to the WWDC website (developer.apple.com/wwdc).

Apple designs Macs, the best personal computers in the world, along with OS X, iLife, iWork and professional software. Apple leads the digital music revolution with its iPods and iTunes online store. Apple has reinvented the mobile phone with its revolutionary iPhone and App Store, and is defining the future of mobile media and computing devices with iPad.  

    BY- Hardik Taneja                              

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LEAKED : POSSIBLE GTA : V COMMERCIAL [LATEST]

The filming of the GTA : V's commercial has been taking place in Mexico. Claimed by a Reddit member marodj who leaked some shots of the new commercial.
Here are the leaked Pictures:

So, how can I prove it? See the pic above there is a GTA V banner in the Background.
Have you per ordered GTA : V?

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Top 5 Mid Range smartphones

Android

1. Micromax Canvas HD

This is the best smartphone that you can buy for around ₹15,000.Once it is available one will be able to buy it for around ₹ 13,000.Here are the specs:

OS: Android jelly bean 4.1.2

Camera: 8 MP (Primary)

2 MP (Secondary)

HD Recording

1.2 GHz Quad Core Processor

5-inch LCD Capacitive Touchscreen (1280 x 720 Pixels)

Dual SIM (GSM + GSM)

2. Samsung Galaxy Grand

It is a great smartphone.If you are brand concerned and want more durability in your smartphone go for this rather than Canvas HD. It's only downside is the bad screen and everything else at 20,000 price point by Samsung is amazing. 

SPECIFICATIONS

OS: Android jelly bean 4.1.2

CAMERA: 8 MP (Primary)

2.0 MP (Secondary)

Dual SIM (GSM + GSM)

1.2 GHz Dual Core Processor

Full HD Recording

Windows

3. Nokia Lumia 620

It is the best mid range windows smartphone out there. Available at 14k it unleashes the ultimate windows 8 smart phone experience.It has got a front facing camera and has the awesome windows 8 Skype experience . Specs:

OS : Windows Phone 8 

Camera : 5 MP 

Processor :1 GHz Qualcomm Krait Dual Core Processor

3.81-inch LCD Capacitive Touchscreen

4. NOKIA LUMIA 520

It is same has same features as of 620 but at a lower price. But With the lower price we loose some features like no Front facing camera so no skype and no LED flash.

SPECIFICATIONS

OS : Windows Phone 8 

Camera : 5 MP 

Processor :1 GHz Qualcomm Krait Dual Core Processor

4 inch IPS Display

ANDROID (AGAIN !)

5. Sony Xperia E

If you want Jelly bean experience for a low price .Go for this Phone

SPECIFICATION

OS: Android jelly bean 4.1.2

3.5-inch TFT Capacitive Touchscreen

1 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon Processor 

Camera :3.2 MP

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4 Geek Tips To Up Your Windows 8 Experience

Modern Start Screen

The biggest grouse people have against windows 8 is it newStart Screen thats made up of large tiles.This interface works well with thetouch screen but many mouse users would rather get to the desktop straightaway.Of course ,you can still access the desktop by clicking on th tile.But ifyou want to skip this extra step altogether use SKIP METRO SUIT.

Run the app (no insatllation needed),and check the SKIPSTART SCREEN option,and you’re done.After this your pc will restart.

DOWNLOAD link : winaero.com/download.php?view.33

Cut The Ribbon

The file explorer in Windows 8 uses the ribboninterface,first used in Microsoft Office 2007.This means that when you clickonfile ,for instance it opens a bar with various options,instead of a drop downmenu.If you want the older interface,use RIBBON DISABLER.After downloadingit,run the software and select DISABLE RIBBON EXPLORER .If you want the ribbon back ,you can use the same toolto enable it.

DDOWNLOAD LINK : winaero.com/download.php?view.18

Bring back the start button

You would now like the familiar start button back from whereyou can search for programs and files, launch programs, shutdown the computerand access folders like My Documents .Well, use ClassicShell .After you installthe program ,you can choose between three options : Windows Classic, WindowsXP, Windows 

vista/7.Select  the one youwant and you are good to go.

Download Link:sourceforge.net/projects/classicshell/files/latest/download

Super Calculator

The calculator tool in windows 8 has some nifty features.Sadly its all hidden away .To access these power options, go to the VIEW menu tofind modes for scientific calculations, programming and statistics. But that’snot all. Your Windows 8 calculator also comes with a built in conversion function and it can also be used to calculate the difference between two dates in years, months, weeks and days.

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Google I/O: My predictions.

So Google I/O is just around the corner . Everybody is expecting it to be as awesome as last year's. Lat year's I/O was a huge success , the company introduced a range of new products including the nexus and  the nexus  7. I personally think it won't be as good as last year's which I'll tell you below. I'll divide this blog in three  parts-smartphone, Tablet and  and Operating System.

Smartphone

Don't keep your hopes high as Google is probably not releasing a new smartphone this year. According to a sidhtech Google might just be release a 32 GB variant of the nexus 4.It is rumored to have 4G LTE connectivity and it will now support GSM and CDMA bands. This means that now various carriers will be able to sell the device. I think it is a bad move as it will only make the process of updating the phone to a newer version more complicated and late. I Liked the idea of selling the phone unlocked but this is one step away from it.

                   This is the first reason of Google I/O being flop.No new smartphone.

Tablet

I am pretty sure that google will be unveiling a successor of the Nexus 7 and Nexus 10 but till now there have been no leaks regarding new tablets so I really can't tell anything about it.

                                                                                          It can either make The show a success or Add to ruin it.

Operating system: Key lime pie (Android 5.0)

I think Google's highlight of the show will be android 5.0 key lime pie. It will be very Innovative , this I can tell from my Past experience that google doesn't release an OS Just like That.

These are My thoughts on Google I/O.I might be Right I might be wrong.WE'll know that after a month.LEt us know about what are your predictions in the comments sections below.

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The iPhone 6 : Revolutionary screen

Apple recently filed a  patent that describes a mobile device with a display that extends over the side of the phone.This definitely isn't the iPhone 5s about which we posted in our last blog check it out here:
http://techtonicteens.blogspot.in/2013/04/leaked-alleged-low-cost-rear-shell.html
T3 published a video that conceptualizes an iPhone with a wrap around display.If it was real it would have a unbelievably insane 1615 x 1800 pixel resolution.
Here is the video:

This isn't real,which for sure we can confirm but it shows how creative can Apple and Technology in general be We hope to see such technology in future..Give us your opinion on the concept "iPhone 6" and let us know in the comment section below.
- Hardik Taneja

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Google Earth Murder Mystery Debunked

Whoa, Did Google Maps Just Reveal a Bloody Gruesome Murder?

A few days ago a Redditor "ncav"posted a Google earth picture which took the internet by storm.The caption read "A murder near my house on Google maps,link in comments"

The first thing that came to the fried movie watching mind was "Are these guys dumping a body in the river,Did the person mob boss's daughter or the boss himself,or probably the person owed some gambling debt". 
                         The mystery was thoroughly debunked by the the site none other than the site that spurred it in the beginning.This was what the community did :
     Start by going to somewhere on Google Maps, say, http://goo.gl/maps/t4sph

Zoom in as far as it will let you by clicking on the “+” sign at the top of the magnification slider at the top left of the map.

When you’re in as far as you can go (heh/sorry) but not all the way to street view (if the location you’re looking at even has street view), look over at the white space just to the top left of the map….where the little printer and chain link buttons are.

Click on the chain “link” button. That will show you a box with a long URL to the map you are looking at and another box with some HTML code to embed. Ignore the HTML code.

Copy the long URL and paste it into your browser’s address bar, but don’t hit enter to go to that URL yet. Instead, click to edit it and scroll all the way to the right. It should end with something like “&z=22″. Change the 22 to 23 (“&z=23″) and hit enter. If Google Maps has imagery at that higher zoom level, it will show it to you.

Well I gave it a shot and yes it works.

After intense scrutiny, the community determined that this wasn’t a crime scene at all, but a perfectly innocent outing. What looked like a body and a bloody trail is actually just a wet pooch that streaked some water behind him. To help explain what’s going on, the community offers a couple of diagrams that map out the action:

Then there are further cement things like there were other people of cycling if a murder had been taking place this probably would not have been the scenario for obvious reasons.Hence the murder mystery is solved or rather disapproved.

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iOS 7 : What I want to see?

We are only a month away from Apple's developer's conference where apple will show us a newer version of iOS which is being developed under Jonathan Ive  . It is rumored to be a complete makeover of iOS . Apple has to really nail it with iOS 7 after many users are complaining that iOS is becoming stale and is lacking innovation. On the other hand android is really innovating at a lightning fast speed . Coming to the the topic here are the innovations I would like to see.

User Interface

iOS is very user friendly and easy to use but it has not really evolved over time.I want it to have widgets . They make the OS look a hell lot better.And also Live wallpapers ,although they drain battery quickly they look very nice , You probably must have seen one in a android phone.I also want apple to introduce some app like barrel. For those who don't know it basically allows you to customize the way we swipe from one screen to the other.

Hiding stock 

If you have used iOS you probably know what I am talking about. Message to apple- "Hey apple I do not use apps like Stocks,passbook and newsstand. Please let me delete them". comment if you are also sick of not being able to delete stock apps.

 Customizable keyboard

Android provides user to choose from a variety of keyboards.like swipe ,it is a matter of personal preference .I personally like customization.what about you?

Here are some things that I personally  want any other new feature is welcome.Am I Missing something? Lt us know in the comment section below. Your participation helps a lot.

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Leaked : Alleged Low Cost iPhone's Rear Shell

Leaked : Alleged Low Cost iPhone's Rear Shell 

Currently the market is flourished with android smartphones of every price range . To survive the competition

in the budget segment apple is developing a low cost iPhone (supposedly the iPhone 5s).

Now we have the first look at what may in fact be the new iPhone.

Spotted by case manufacturer Tactus apparently during a factory tour of a plant that provides parts to Foxconn, the shell shown is a poly-carbonate  build, finished in white, and not dissimilar to the back casings of the iPhone 3 G and 3 GS

The source of the leak is also claiming it'll come with an A5 chip 5-megapixel rear facing camera and will come in 5 color options -black, white, blue, red and yellow. It is expected to launch on October 15 at only 300$ which will completely fire up the the market especially the Indian market with the hype of phones like  Micromax Canvas HD and Samsung Galaxy Grand .

Last week Tactus leaked a purported iPad 5 mold case.

So what do you think of the new iPhone.Would you be disappointed if Apple released an iPhone looking like that?Let us know in the comment section below.. 
By- Hardik Taneja

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