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by Hans Gogia • May 10, 2013

Karbonn Mobiles have secretly launched the successor to their S1 Titanium – the Karbonn S2 Titanium for ₹10790. There are a few changes when comparing with the S1 like the camera was 5MP on S1 but is 8MP on the Karbonn S2, the screen on the S1 comes with a 4.5 inch screen with 960×540 pixels resolution and S2 has a bigger screen of 5 inches but with FWVGA resolution (854×480). The battery capacity has also been increased to 2100 mAh on S2 as compared to the 1600 mAh on the S1. Rest of the hardware remains the same, justifying the price.

TomTom Completely Re-Designs The GPS Sport Watch

by Hans Gogia • May 6, 2013

TomTom on 17th April 2013 launched a new range of GPS watches to deliver at-a-glance performance information for runners, cyclists and swimmers. The new, ultra-slim TomTom Runner and TomTom Multi-Sport GPS sport watches feature an extra-large display, full-screen graphical training tools and the industry’s first one-button control to make it easier for users to access the information needed to stay motivated and achieve their goals.

Extra Large, High-Resolution Display

The new TomTom watches feature an extra-large, high-resolution and high-contrast display that makes it easy for runners and multi-sport enthusiasts to quickly see their distance, time and pace while they workout even in bright sunshine.

Graphical Training Partner

The new watches feature TomTom’s Graphical Training Partner. Easy-to-read full-screen graphics help users get the most out of their workouts. They can view their real-time performance at-a-glance with three graphical training modes:

Race: Race against a personal best or most recent run. Quickly track performance with real-time graphics, to continue to improve run-after-run.
Goal: Set a distance, time or calorie goal and see progress toward that goal with simple, full-screen graphics and alerts.
Zone: Set a target for pace or heart-rate (with optional heart-rate monitor) and track progress in a simple full-screen graph throughout a workout.

One-Button Control

The new TomTom range includes an intuitive One-Button Control that enables users to easily navigate up-down-left-right through menus to access key stats and watch features. Unlike the majority of existing GPS watches on the market that feature multiple small and hard-to-operate buttons, the one-button control is easy to operate while moving and can be easily controlled in all weather conditions and while wearing gloves.
In addition to their ability to deliver at-a-glance performance information, the TomTom Runner and TomTom Multi-Sport include advanced features that are designed to address the needs of runners and multi-sport enthusiasts alike:

Ultra-Slim Design: At just 11.5mm, the slim design of the watch module, comfortably fits men and women, and all wrist sizes
Indoor Tracker: Accurately track indoor runs using built-in sensors to count strides, so that users can monitor pace and distance even while running on a treadmill.
QuickGPSFix: Get started faster by using the latest in GPS and GLONASS satellite technology to quickly find their precise location.
Multi-Platform compatibility: Sync, analyse and share stats on popular running sites and community platforms, including the TomTom MySports website, MapMyFitness, RunKeeper, TrainingPeaks and MyFitnessPal
Super-Tough Display: Scratch- and impact-resistant glass stays easy-to-read, workout after workout.
Weather- and Waterproof: Waterproof up to 50 meters/5ATM Long-lasting battery: Up to 10-hour battery life (GPS Mode)
Bluetooth® Smart: Connect to sensors using the latest wireless technology
Heart Rate monitor: Use the Bluetooth® Smart Heart Rate Monitor to track training zone for weight control, performance or speed.

TomTom Multi-Sport includes all the features included in TomTom Runner, and also allows multi-sport athletes to track their distance, time, speed and other key metrics when they cycle or swim. The TomTom Multi-Sport is also enhanced with the following features and options:

Dedicated Bike Mount: Easily see key stats at a glance with the specially-designed bike mount
Cadence Sensor: Track cadence, speed and distance, indoors and out.
Built-in Altimeter: Accurately track elevation, ascent, descent and grade with the built-in barometric altimeter
Swimming Motion Sensor: Check detailed swim metrics such as laps, strokes, time and speed, and calculate a SWOLF score to show swim efficiency.

“We know that most GPS watches on the market are too bulky and complicated to use while training.” said Corinne Vigreux, managing director, TomTom Consumer.

He also added “Just as we developed easy-to-use navigation products that changed the way that people move from A to B, we have developed a range of ultra-slim GPS sport watches that are far more comfortable to wear and far easier to use. Runners and multi-sport athletes can now view their performance information at-a-glance, making it easier to achieve their fitness goals.”

The TomTom Runner and TomTom Multi-Sport will be available in Summer 2013.

Gadgets

TomTom GO Portable Navigation Device Launched

by Hans Gogia • May 6, 2013

TomTom sets a new standard in navigation with the launch of the all new TomTom GO. TomTom has completely re-designed the Portable Navigation Device (PND) to put drivers back in control of their drive. A brand new Interactive Map, Lifetime TomTom Traffic and 3D Maps give drivers the ability to know precisely what is going on around them, as well as what lies up ahead.

Interactive Map
Drivers can easily access the travel information they need via a high-resolution, capacitive touchscreen. A brand new Interactive Map responds and scales to touch. Drivers can simply zoom in and out to find and explore places on the map with their fingertips and tap on the map to get an instant route to a destination.

Lifetime TomTom Traffic
The new TomTom GO series comes with Lifetime TomTom Traffic. TomTom’s world-class traffic information pinpoints exactly where delays start and end, helping drivers to get to their destinations faster. Drivers can choose to connect to TomTom Traffic in one of two ways, either via Smartphone Connected or Always Connected.

Wynncom G51 And G58 Smartphones Launched Under Rs. 10,000

by Hans Gogia • May 6, 2013

Another low end manufacturer, Wynncom Mobiles have added two new Android in the G series of their smartphones lineup – Wynncom Wiz!G51 and Wynncom Wiz! G58. Both of these smartphones are designed to offer powerful and unique mobile experience to its consumers that too at bearable price range.

Wynncom Budget Android Phone G32 and G1 Launched Under Rs. 5000

by Hans Gogia • May 6, 2013

All those who desire a phone that gives them a complete range of services are now in luck because Wynncom have announced two more smartphones in the cost effective range – Wynncom Wiz! G32 and Wynncom Wiz!G1. The Wiz! Phones have been designed in order to fulfill the technological requirements of the users in the best possible manner.

G32 by Wynncom is a master of technology with 8.9 cm (3.5”) Capacitive Touch Screen and 1GHz Processor. It supports Quad Band GSM and Dual Band 3G with 3G, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi with Hotspot, GPS/A-GPS running Android 2.3 aka Gingerbread. The G32 memory is expandable up to 32 GB via microSD card slot. It comes with a 3.0 MP Camera with 1300 mAh battery.

Samsung Galaxy S4 Rugged, Water And Dust Resistant Version Soon

by Hans Gogia • May 6, 2013

Samsung reported in Seoul, South Korea that they are preparing a rugged water resistant and dust proof variant of the recently launched Samsung Galaxy S4. Samsung Galaxy S4 which is now available in over 155 countries features a 5-inch Super OLED screen, a 1.9 GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 CPU or an 8-core Samsung Exynos 1.6GHz CPU depending on region, 2GB of RAM, a removable 2600 mAh battery, 13MP rear camera and 2MP front-facing camera, and Android Jelly Bean 4.2.1 with Samsung’s TouchWiz user interface with some bundled smart applications.

According to the Wall Street Journal, the head of Samsung’s Gulf operations confirmed that the handset will be announced in the coming weeks and will be called Galaxy S4 active.

Galaxy S4

Videocon A45 And A51 Launched At Rs. 6199 and Rs. 8900

by Hans Gogia • May 4, 2013

Videocon is now ready to compete with Spice, Micromax and all other Indian smartphone manufacturers with their new Android smart phone lineup. Videocon’s A45 and A51 are now available for sale from the online retailer Snapdeal.

The Videocon A45 sports a 5-inch (480 x 800 Pixels) capacitive touch screen display powered by a 1 GHz processor with 256MB RAM and 512 MB internal memory which is expandable upto 16GB with microSD. It supports Dual SIM (GSM + GSM) with Dual Standby running on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) OS. The A45 is 11.5 mm thick featuring a 3.2MP rear camera and 0.3 MP front-facing camera with 3.5mm audio jack, FM Radio, 2G (EDGE), Bluetooth 3.0, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, micro USB technologies with 1800 mAh battery for decent daily power backup.