Samsung rolling out Jelly Bean for Galaxy Tab 2

Samsung has started rolling out the Android Jelly Bean update for the Galaxy Tab 2. Once installed, this will update the version to Android 4.1, and bring this pretty much on par with the likes of the Kindle Fire HD.

According to SamMobile, the Android 4.1.1 version has been rolled out for the Tab 2 in France, which indicates that the rest of the European countries should be getting the same update soon. No official word though from Samsung regarding any timelines about the update rollout globally.

This update is available for download and install over-the-air (OTA), but if you do like a little bit of stress in your life, there is always the option of updating via the Kies desktop software!

The real advantage of Jelly Bean is the slicker user interface, thanks to Project Butter. Also arriving with the newer OS is Google Now, the personal assistant that gives you regular updates about things that may matter to you.

It will be interesting to see if this roll-out is successful. The Jelly Bean update for the Samsung Galaxy S III was pulled off the air, after users reported battery an performance issues. Surely, Samsung would have worked to ensure that such issues were ironed out from this update before it went Live.

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Windows Store goes past 20,000 apps

The Windows Store in Windows 8 has gone past 20,000 apps after almost a month since its launch. The Windows 8 store added 7,000 apps in the last two weeks. Though it's not known when it hit the landmark, but Win App Update, which keeps tracks of the totals, claims the Windows Store hit the milestone on Tuesday this week.

According to Win App Update, about 17,958 of the apps (87 percent) are free. It's notable not all apps are available in all regions and languages. Almost 13,000 of those are available in the U.S., 14,000 in Canada and 11,000 in the U.K.

Earlier this month, the Windows 8 store had about 12,895 apps. This means the store went on to add about 7,715 apps in the last 17 days, averaging more than 453 apps per day. The milestone means the Windows store's growth has once again accelerated, as it initially averaged 500 apps additions daily and then dipped to 300 apps per day recently.

At this rate, the Windows 8 store is estimated to go past 30,000 mark by end of this year or may close in on 40,000 apps. The coming holiday season may see developers adding more apps to Windows 8. Developers would be looking to cash in on 'massive' sales of the Windows 8-ready devices around the world.

The Windows 8 store is likely to see 'new-style' apps, which are optimised for the Metro UI

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Sony Vaio Duo 11 laptop/tablet hybrid launched in India

Sony has launched its new Vaio Duo 11 in India and it is officially priced at Rs. 89,990. Like most of the new Windows 8 portables this device is a laptop/tablet hybrid which has an 11-inch Full HD touchscreen display.

This device features a slide-our keyboard under the display and it has all the prime connectivity options like USB 3.0 and HDMI ports. This is not a new design as we have already seen similar form-factors in the past and even though they have not being a huge hits Sony for some reason has still decided to go with this design. It is quite a heavy devices weighing at 1.2 kilograms and it is 0.75 inches thick.

In terms of the specifications this hybrid is powered by the latest generation Intel Ivy Bridge i5 processor which is coupled with 6GB of RAM. It has a 128GB SSD and there is no dedicated GPU.  Further the lack of an optical trackpad means users will have to get used to touch/type style interface with this device.

Apart from all the aforementioned the Sony Vaio Duo 11 includes Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, it has an Ethernet port and a VGA port and Sony ships with the Pen which can be used as a stylus for input.

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Pantel launches Android 4.0 ICS based 8-inch tablet

Pantel has launched yet another tablet device in the Indian market and this device is called the Pantel WS802C-2G which features an 8-inch display and a SIM card slot allowing users to make calls.

Apart from the aforementioned this Android 4.0 ICS based tablet is powered by a 1.2GHz single-core processor, it has 1GB of RAM, 8GB of built-in storage, microSD card slot, USB port which supports 3G dongles and a 5,000 mAh battery.

Pantel has also partnered with BSNL to launch this tablet and the telecom operator will provide 4GB of data for the first two months. The WS802C-2G tablet is officially priced at Rs. 8,299 and the company is also offering a keyboard accessory which has stereo speakers and it costs an extra Rs. 1,499.

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iPad Mini and 4G iPad inventory coming to India soon, prices leaked

Multiple news sources are claiming that the iPad mini and 4'th Gen iPad are set to arrive soon in India, with prices starting at Rs. 21,900 for the 16 GB version, and the cellular option starting at Rs. 29,900. That's just marginally cheaper than the iPad 2, which has a larger 10-inch screen, but lacks the iSight camera found on the newer, smaller iPad Mini. It's also quite competitively priced against the Nexus 7, but that's if the rumours are prove to be true. Here are the leaked prices which we'll confirm once we get official word on the same.

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iPad Mini India pricing announced 16 WiFi 21900 32 WiFi 27900 64 WiFI 3390016 3G WiFi 29900 32 3G WiFi 35900 64 3G WiFi 41900 next week.

November 22, 2012

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iPad 4th Gen also coming 16 WiFi 31900 32 WiFi 37900 64 WiFi 43900 16 WiFi 3G 39900 32 WiFi 3G 45900 64 WiFi 3G 51900.. Stocks next week

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Real Boxing has realistic graphics, motion controls and it's on iOS

Just take a look at these screens from Real Boxing - they look like they belong on bigger consoles, rather than an iOS device. Built on Epic's epic Unreal Engine, this game looks as good as the high-def versions of EA'sFight Night series. This game enables motion sensor fighting through the phone camera or tablet camera. Still, the best way this would work is if you have an iPad connected to your HDTV. It would look pretty stupid boxing with the phone a few feet away, and even more stupid if you're doing it in a crowded local train in Mumbai. Real Boxing has other sweet features, like a very in-depth career mode, that has you create and train your own fighter in mini games before getting into the ring. Whats more, you can actually take your boxer online in multiplayer and pummel the grin off your buddy's face with your hyper-trained boxerman. Looks like a winner. We should have the review out for you soon.

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Jabra debut portable wireless speakers

Jabra has entered new territory with the release of SOLEMATE, a 2.1 configuration set of wireless speakers. The set has 2-inch subwoofers by Peerless, a pair of tweeters, and 3 channel Class D amplifier. The speakers can connect using USB, 3.5mm stereo pin, or over Bluetooth within a 10m radius. While receiving signals overs Bluetooth, the speakers can generate 120dB if the transmitting device is within half meter radius. Being Jabra, these speakers have been designed to work as phone speakers, or when doing VoIP calls— too bad the set does not include a microphone. On a full-charge, the built-in batteries can play music for a maximum of eight hours.

Jabra has designed SOLEMATE to be used outdoors, and to that end the base of the speaker set has non-slip rubber sole, and a slot to store a 3.5mm cable. Bundled with the speakers is a muffle-free bag that is resistant to shock, moisture, and dust. The Jabra SOULMATE is available in black and while colors, and they are selling for Rs.10, 990.

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Antec X1: Entry-level cabinet for under 3K

Antec X1 has the kind of specs to house a gaming rig for those who are looking for something cheap, but nothing too shabby. Antec has not disclosed the material used in building this cabinet; however for a price of Rs.2,750, one should not expect anything more than the ordinary. The X1 design houses the PSU at its bottom, it can accommodate standard ATX motherboard, and a 280mm graphics card.

The cabinet ships with a 120mm fan at the front for exhaust, and it has room for a single 120mm fan at the back, side, and another one in front for intake. There are 11 drive bays that are split three for optical drives, and eight for hard-drives. The interior of the cabinet is painted black, and the front panel has audio I/O and USB 2.0 ports.

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