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The election will ended by tomorrow that 16th April 2011.Something i discovered that funny and very familiar for Apple and Android users.Angry Birds crossover with DAP Sarawak Election icon named "Ubah".
Angry birds had gone.But it's replace by "Ubah" in the screenshot above.I really admitted that the DAP teams really followed the latest youths topic and they're creative as well.
It's so funny and easier arrest the youths attention.However,i'm not voter for this Sarawak Election and can't commented about the election.
Sincerely,blessed Malaysia for a better future =D
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Now there's getting three more Android devices added in DG Smart Plan for their new subscribers.All the devices are supported with Android Froyo 2.2 which LG Optimus One,Huawei Ideos U8150 and CSL Droidpad Mi700.
Now only RM299 taking home LG Optimus One with 24 months contract with DG Smart Plan.Meanwhile,RM599 for 12 months DG Smart Plan contract and this android device retail price at RM899.
DiGi offering Huawei Ideos U8150 just RM149 with 24 months contract and RM399 for 12 months contract together with DG Smart Plan.In the market,Huawei Ideos U8150 are selling with RM899.
For CSL Droidpad Mi700,the selling price are RM1599 with Android Froyo 2.2.But now,just RM799 tied up with DG Smart Plan for 24 months.Meanwhile,RM1049 needed 12 months contract with DG Smart Plan.
For more information about DG Smart Plan,please click here.
Besides the two Facebook-enabled mid-range Android smartphones and a slew of high-end Android devices, HTC has also launched a powerful aluminum tablet called HTC Flyer.
The device should really be flying with a 1.5 GHz CPU (single-core), 1 GB of RAM and 32 GB of storage space (further expandable with microSD memory cards). It also features a 1024 x 600 7-inch screen, a 5-megapixel camera on the back and an additional 1.3-megapixel one on the front for video calls.
It’s a powerful machine, but it does lack one thing its competitors have: Android Honeycomb. The HTC Flyer will be running an improved version of Android Gingerbread and a special version of HTC’s Sense UI designed for tablets.
Furthermore, with a 7-inch screen, it’s smaller than most of its new competitors, such as the Motorola Xoom and the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1. HTC will probably have to follow up on the Flyer soon if it wants to catch a sizable chunk of the tablet market.
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Google Inc.'s Android software has become the world's second-largest smartphone operating system (OS) thanks to the broad availability of high-end products from HTC, Samsung and Motorola, according to a recent statement by information technology research company Gartner Inc.
Sales of high-end smartphones, including HTC's Desire range, Samsung's Galaxy S and Motorola's Droid series, pushed the Android OS to the No. 2 spot in the fourth quarter and for the whole of 2010, nearly nine times higher at 67.22 million units last year compared with the 6.8 million units sold in 2009, the statement said.
This helped the Android OS to clinch a 22.7 percent market share last year compared with 3.9 percent in 2009, while Research In Motion (RIM) fell to third place with a 16 percent share in 2010 from 19.9 percent in 2009, according to the statement.
Nokia's Symbian OS still topped the list with a 37.6 percent market share, with Apple's iOS moving down to fourth with a 15.7 percent share and Microsoft's Windows dropping to fifth with 4.2 percent.
The smartphone market remained concentrated in advanced markets such as Western Europe and North America, where buyers have more disposable income and where networks are fast enough to support the full range of smartphone features, according to Gartner.
"With the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2011 taking place next week, we can expect smartphones and tablets to be at center stage at the show, " said Carolina Milanesi, research vice president at Gartner, in the statement.
She said a number of new application announcements such as 3D technology and improved user interfaces around touch, as well as faster networks based on wireless Long Term Evolution (LTE) technology, are expected to be available on the new smartphones.
According to media reports, HTC, the world's fifth-biggest smartphone maker, is set to unveil its Desire 2 smartphone with a middle-range price of between US$300 (NT$8,790) and US$400 during the Feb. 14-17 MWC in Spain, and the Taiwan-based company also plans to feature its first tablet computer, Flyer, at the same time.
Meanwhile, HTC's strong rival Samsung is expected to launch its Android-based Galaxy S2 smartphone and the Galaxy Tab 2 tablet at the fair, which will be equipped with the company's own dual-core processors.
Sales of high-end smartphones, including HTC's Desire range, Samsung's Galaxy S and Motorola's Droid series, pushed the Android OS to the No. 2 spot in the fourth quarter and for the whole of 2010, nearly nine times higher at 67.22 million units last year compared with the 6.8 million units sold in 2009, the statement said.
This helped the Android OS to clinch a 22.7 percent market share last year compared with 3.9 percent in 2009, while Research In Motion (RIM) fell to third place with a 16 percent share in 2010 from 19.9 percent in 2009, according to the statement.
Nokia's Symbian OS still topped the list with a 37.6 percent market share, with Apple's iOS moving down to fourth with a 15.7 percent share and Microsoft's Windows dropping to fifth with 4.2 percent.
The smartphone market remained concentrated in advanced markets such as Western Europe and North America, where buyers have more disposable income and where networks are fast enough to support the full range of smartphone features, according to Gartner.
"With the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2011 taking place next week, we can expect smartphones and tablets to be at center stage at the show, " said Carolina Milanesi, research vice president at Gartner, in the statement.
She said a number of new application announcements such as 3D technology and improved user interfaces around touch, as well as faster networks based on wireless Long Term Evolution (LTE) technology, are expected to be available on the new smartphones.
According to media reports, HTC, the world's fifth-biggest smartphone maker, is set to unveil its Desire 2 smartphone with a middle-range price of between US$300 (NT$8,790) and US$400 during the Feb. 14-17 MWC in Spain, and the Taiwan-based company also plans to feature its first tablet computer, Flyer, at the same time.
Meanwhile, HTC's strong rival Samsung is expected to launch its Android-based Galaxy S2 smartphone and the Galaxy Tab 2 tablet at the fair, which will be equipped with the company's own dual-core processors.
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By now, you know that Nokia decided to side with Microsoft and Windows Phone 7 instead of Google and Android. Why didn't they want Android? Because Nokia felt that that would be going down without a fight.
Nokia considered three OSes to move to: MeeGo, Android or Windows Phone 7. In talking about Android, Elop admits to its strength but also points out some weaknesses:
"There's something happening there. There's no denying that. [But] our sense was differentiation could be a pretty big challenge. The risk for commoditization would increase dramatically."
Nokia knew that it was too late to join the Android party—Android had become a crowded space. Creating a standout Android phone would not only be difficult given the experience of other companies but because it could get lost in the maul of Android phones available. Even Android phone makers would admit that it's hard to stay at the top of the Android power rankings—hell, doesn't it seem like the "best Android phone" only has a lifespan of a month before it gets dethroned? Nokia saw Google eventually getting all the profits as hardware gets commoditized.
And maybe Windows Phone 7 will have those same hardware "issues" as Android but Nokia felt it could differentiate its handsets by dropping in Nokia specific features like their Navteq location-based services. That, they felt, would give them a leg up.
But none of those arguments seem to matter as much as this one: Nokia didn't want to lose the smartphone wars without giving Google and Apple an honest fight. Choosing Android would mean that they'd become a bit player in a two-horse race (Apple vs Google). Choosing Windows Phone means they're hoping and fighting to add another horse. It might be too late and maybe Nokia had to sell their soul, who knows, but I respect any one who goes down swinging.
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Nokia CEO Stephen Elop is currently on stage at MWC in Barcelona, and he's had a few choice things to say about the recent announcement that Nokia will partner with Microsoft to create devices which run Windows Phone software. Elop told the crowd assembled there that Nokia's "first priority is beating Android," and he also took a moment to let everyone know that Nokia is not interested in being the only company producing Windows Phones -- countering some recent exclusivity chatter. The presentation is still going on, so we'll keep you updated.
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While we're probably still years or decades away from getting our very own animatronic clones, Google's released the next best thing for the time being. Available on the Android Market is this Androidify app, which, as the name says for itself, lets us mere mortals craft our very own Android mascot lookalikes. Hell, you can even slap on some facial hair or a baby droid while you're at it. We'll say no more -- see the app in action after the break, if you're not already busy dishing out your new avatar across the web.
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In a silly survey conducted by Coupons.com, they've discovered some ridiculous "revelations" about iPhone users and Android users. By analyzing both platform's coupon usage, they've determined that iPhone users are "feminine-smelling, chicken-eating, entertainment-reading fish owners." As for Android users:
Android users are "manly-scented, pork-eating, news-reading, bird lovers." Well, I guess that clears things up, if you read the news and eat pork you're Android all the way. But I wonder where I fall, I'm a scent-less, beef-eating, everything-but-fiction reading, no pet-having person. Is that Blackberry?
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Latest Android operating system 4.0 with code name Ice Cream will be coming soon. Google will serve fresh ‘ice cream’ around late June or early July 2011.
Google seems to really want to spoil the Android OS users by presenting many new freshness in this year. The reason, recently Google launched Android Gingerbread or 2.3, followed by Android 3.0 Honeycomb which specifically for tablets.
Well after that, the event the Consumer Electronic Show (CES) in 2011 appears more good news for users of Android. Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc on display at the event will run Android 2.4 or known by the name Ice Cream.
As quotes from Ubergizmo on Thursday (13/01/2011), although later Sony itself has not been confirmed, the news is already developed and estimated that the ‘ice cream’ this will give the right coolness in summer, or around June or July.
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When it comes to mobile platform security,Trend Micro says that iOS is more secure than it’s open-source competitor, Android. The reason is because of Android’s open-source nature, making it easier for hacker’s to, well, hack, than Apple’s iOS.
“Android is open-source, which means the hacker can also understand the underlying architecture and source code.”,Trend Micro Chairman Steve Chang said the following to Bloomberg yesterday.
That makes sense enough, but for the most part, Google has done a great job keeping the OS secure. That said, it’s come across some issues recently, which should spur users into being more wary of mobile security. I wouldn’t go as far to say that this spells the end for the platform, but instead indicates the inherent problems with being a more open platform than Apple’s iOS.
So, what has Google done to protect your mobile security? Google “sandboxes” applications with Android, meaning that a user has to specifically allow apps access to certain phone functions and information. But with recent viruses, these permissions have been bypassed, making the user vulnerable. This should signal a major turning point in Google’s security plan. The keyword is should, but we’re not really sure what they will do, or even what they can do.
iOS devices are secure as long as they aren’t jailbroken, but then again, why wouldn’t you jailbreak it? Rooted Android devices are even more at risk, and it’ll be interesting to see what Google cooks up to combat these issues. Rooted Android users may be out of luck, as they make the choice of doing this to their phone, and take full responsibility for their actions once the devices’ warranty is voided. Of course, rooted or unrooted, users have some mobile security app options available to them, like Lookout Security.
In the end, Google needs to step up their security with their platform, as it’s only going to keep growing. Over time, Google will get the kinks out of the code in Android, but how long will that take? Needless to say, I won’t be dropping my Android phone anytime soon, but this growing concern over mobile security is on more than one mind.
Trend Micro conveniently released their own security solution for the Android platform last week. You can find it in the Market for $3.99.
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Right on the heels of Vevo's arrival on Android, YouTube is announcing that it is bringing Vevo's full line of music videos to the YouTube Android app. It has also announced that, beginning Wednesday, it will start delivering pre-roll ads for Android.
Devices running Android 2.2 or higher can download the new You Tube 2.0 application. The big new feature of the app is its ability to play official music videos from the likes of Lady Gaga, Katy Perry and Rihanna. Music videos offered in Vevo's mobile app will work on YouTube for Android, and the same U.S. and international restrictions that apply to Vevo videos will apply to those on YouTube's Android app.
Vevo is a joint venture between Sony Music Entertainment, Universal Music Group and Abu Dhabi Media. In addition to these record labels, Vevo also has a licensing deal with EMI for its content. Warner Brothers, the fourth of the "big four" record labels, has opted for a partnership with MTV Networks instead.
The YouTube Android app comes with several additions to enhance the mobile music video experience, YouTube Mobile Product Manager Andrey Doronichev explained in a conference call earlier today. Music videos are now clearly labeled with a "music note" badge, and music videos also contain artist bios, track listings for a particular artist and a list of related artists.
As part of the YouTube 2.0 for Android launch, the Google-owned video service is also introducing pre-roll ads for thousands of its partners — not just Vevo music videos. Don't be surprised if a pre-roll add pops up before you can watch that video from Shane Dawson, iJustine or Philip De Franco.
Pre-roll mobile ads will definitely upset some users, but it's an expected move from a company looking to monetize its vast content library.
YouTube has been testing mobile ads for a while now, but today's launch is by far the biggest push YouTube has made into mobile advertising.
YouTube reports that it now exceeds 200 million views on mobile per day, which is double the amount it had in July 2010. It clearly thinks that mobile is the next big frontier for video, and it wants to make sure that Vevo's very popular collection of music videos are part of that expansion.
Doronichev couldn't provide any timeline for the launch of music videos on other mobile platforms, including iOS and the mobile website, only saying that the Android app is the company's testing ground for new mobile features.
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Google has released a video teaser of its upcoming Android 3.0 Honeycomb which is designed for tablets.Add ons for Android 3.0 HoneyComb including Google eBooks,Gmail,Youtbube,3D with Google Maps, video chat on Gtalk and much more.
I think I-Pad got some serious tablets competitors this year.Finally,enjoy the videos with review :)
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A new Android trojan virus has discovered recently.It's naming as "Gemini/Geimini".This trojan virus capable stealing user's privacy information and uploading to remote servers.this virus is automatically attached with some legitimate apps such as Monkey Jump 2, Sex Positions, President vs. Aliens, City Defense and Baseball Superstars 2010.
This new trojan affecting Android devices has recently emerged in China.It able to run applications on your phone without your knowledge.
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