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Windows 95 on HTC HD2

HTC HD2 is proven that it is a powerful Winmo device once again by running Windows 95. Yes you can run Windows 95 OS using QEMU virtual machine emulator tool available at Xda developer website. Thanks to Xda developers for showing this achievement. A video showing HD2 running Windows 95 is shown here.


 

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HTC Tattoo gets Eclair (Android 2.1)

HTC Tattoo, the mobile phone best known for changing its physical appearance now ready to run the new Android OS Eclair. Yeah HTC confirmed Android v2.1 OS update for Tattoo. The Eclair mobile OS seen on only with high end devices like Nexus One and Droid, Now with Tattoo is like getting a bad credit auto loans. We appreciate HTC for making Tattoo more efficient.

Tattoo is powered by Qualcomms's 528Mhz processor, 256MB RAM, 512MB ROM, WiFi and 3.5mm headset jack. These specification are enough for the new OS, Well we can take this as a challenge to both Google and HTC to prove their performance. HTC also said that the update will take some time to configure its Sense UI with Eclair. It’s clear that HTC will release an update but not soon.

Advantage over getting this new update are you can download latest applications from Google labs and developers, you can use software’s which are designed for Nexus one and Droid if hardware specification is not an issue. HTC also said that there is no OS update for Hero and Magic. Releasing the update as soon as possible can increase the sales of Tattoo.

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Apple iPhone 4G spotted

We spotted a video showing next generation iPhone named as iPhone 4G. Its look like, the device probably packed with AMOLED display, a front video call camera and furnished by aluminium body. iPhone 4G looks more sleek than its predecessors. As of now it is just a creative video shown below, we can’t confirm anything until any official announcement from Apple.


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Virgin offers 100 Mbps broadband

Yesterday, Virgin media announced 100 Mbps high speed broadband internet service to its UK customers. Already it provides 10, 20 and 50 Mbps broadband internet service. This 100 Mbps is especially for residential customers. Company claims it as major growth and plans for 200 Mbps. Virgin media confirms that this service will be available from this year end. You can download a normal mp3 song in just 5 seconds using 100 Mbps connection.

Virgin uses fiber optic cables to deliver high speed broadband services. Increase in broadband speed simultaneously improves business web hosting services. In US, FCC suggests broadband service providers to boost up their speed upto 100 Mbps. According to media reports Google and Cisco plans for ultra high speed networks, we are eagerly waiting for announcements from these giants. Virgin may campaign 200 Mbps broadband test possibly by May 2010.

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Nokia N97 mini gold edition


As like Nokia 8800 Arte model, N97 mini also comes in gold edition. Difference between N97 mini and N97 mini gold edition is none other than its 18 carat gold plated body. It features the same hardware and software specification. Gold edition phone is packed  with a specially designed gold plated headset. This luxury beauty is priced at $860 and will be available from second quarter of this year. Even though It looks gorgeous than normal one but it is not everybody gadget, designed only for rich people. 

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Windows Phone 7 gets official at MWC

Today is a notable day in our pocket calendars, finally Windows mobile 7 gets official at MWC. Microsoft CEO Steve Balmer announced Windows Phone 7, its not phone it is next generation Windows mobile OS. Important aspects of Windows Phone 7 are it has a interface embedded with Zune and Xbox Live. He also said that this new OS will be completely different from the present one in both performance and visual appearance. When we saw the demo, the interface looks very beautiful and elegant. Balmer also said, there will be no more start button and start menu in mobile phones which runs Windows Phone 7. But Adobe expressed that the company doesn't give flash support for Windows Phone 7 this year. There is no official response from Microsoft regarding this. Balmer simply said Windows Phone is designed to give "What people want in their hands". 

Windows Phone 7 looks similar to Zune HD interface, home page includes lot of re-arranging options. Even though Microsoft delivered more about its new OS, it will be available only on this year holiday season, on the other words you have to wait atleast 10 more months to get new devices powered by Windows Phone 7. Windows Phone 7 should not allow other interfaces like HTC Sense, Touch Flo 3D, TouchWiz on its top. Hope Window Phone 7 will change all bad opinions about Windows mobile and act as more tough competitor for Palm OS, Symbian, Android and Bada.

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Simfi gives WiFi to all

Sagem Orga and Telefonica jointly announced their new invention called Simfi. Simfi is a normal GSM sim card integrated with WiFi circuits. Using this you can turn a 3G GSM mobile to serve WiFi. This is good news for the people who owns 3G mobile phone without WiFi. More about Simfi can be heard at coming Mobile World Congress - MWC meet.

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Archos 9 PC vs Apple iPad

Archos 9 PC tablet, known to be the new competitor of Apple iPad. Archos 9 PC is the latest tablet from major PC tablet maker Archos. Both iPad and Archos 9 are best ones, let us go in detail to uncover pros and cons of these two. Archos 9 PC is powered by Intel Atom processor 1.1Ghz, 8.9 inches resistive touch screen display, Windows 7 starter edition OS and the device weighs 0.8 kg. Incase of usage the Archos 9 PC almost replaces our daily PC or notebook.


Apple iPad is powered by its own 1Ghz A4 processor, Mac OS X v10, 9.7 inch touch screen display, weighs only 0.68 kg (WiFi) model and 0.73 kg (WiFi + 3G) model. Archos 9 PC lacks 3G which is available on iPad, weighs more but still compact due to its dimension. It supports widely used Windows OS. So, it can able to support more applications than ipad. When considering ease of usage iPad wins through its superior safari web browser, iPod music player, multi touch display, etc. Even though Archos 9 PC supports more apps and popular windows OS but it lacks in terms of responsiveness and navigation. Using both these devices gives an experience like using portable outdoor chairs. If you need a tablet with Windows OS go with Archos 9 PC but If you need an perfect tablet device and you are the person not considering about OS choose Apple iPad. Finally the Apple iPad wins over Archos 9 PC with more margin.

Apple iPad       - 9 / 10

Archos 9 PC    - 7 / 10

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Safe on Construction process

Construction is one of the major needed one for every business. It is a major industry never faces high falls in stocks. People working in this occupation is more comparing to other sectors. Safety measures are must for construction works. Workers do their job even at 40th floor without fear. But this should be carried out with necessary safety equipments. When talking about safety tools which protect our self from severe damages are pants, jackets, shoes, knee pads, gloves, etc.

Construction gear is one of the famous online store for construction based safety tools. You can get safety equipments from popular manufacturers like Carhartt, Caterpillar, Dickies, etc. you can able to compare same product of different brands over here at low cost.  Working without safety equipments is not good and safer. At least you should wear work gloves on handling risky materials like hot metal pieces, bricks, rods and other raw materials. Additionally tool bags and belts help in carrying your work with less strain. Sweatshirts are much useful one when working under unsuitable climate conditions, especially those who work in mines, high and low temperature areas. Please be safe by using appropriate construction gears and enjoy your work.

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HTC Google Nexus one - Review


Google Nexus one sold more than 1lakh devices this weekend. Eventhough iPhone and Palm pre crosses more than Nexus one figure, it is a good numeral because Nexus one can be used only with T-mobile's 3G in the country and direct sale from Google.  Device grabs people through its sexy and stunning look. Every process runs faster using Snapdragon 1Ghz CPU with 512MB RAM and 512MB ROM on Eclair (Android v2.1). Call quality is pretty good, can't hear much noise on both ends. Much appreciated thing is Voice to Text feature does some magic on massaging and web applications. AMOLED display gives sharp display but not well in sunlight as like iPhone.

There are lots of apps available in the Android market but less numbers are available from leading developers. Google should concentrate on gaming part which is one of the important thing when considering a smartphone. We expect such a same device like Nexus one powered by WinMo OS from HTC especially on this price range. Overall Nexus one is the best Android device in the current market not the best smartphone. You need a sleek and powerful Android device just go for Nexus one, it really fulfill your needs and grabs less bucks from your pockets.

Rating: 8.3 / 10

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