Was the iPad Supposed to have a Gyroscope?
The recent teardown of an iPhone 4 and iPad by UBM TechInsights uncovered an empty slot on the iPad that matches the space for the 3-axis gyroscope found in the iPhone 4. Based on their findings, TechInsights believes the next generation of iPads will have the same 3-axis gyroscope functionality currently found in the newest iPhone. According to TechInsights’s Steve Bitton ”there’s an almost-perfect spot (4mm x 4mm; the exact size of the MEMS gyro) for it, located right beside the iPad’s accelerometer.” Both the iPad and iPhone share several of the same components, so it’s not a stretch to think that the current iPad was originally going to have a 3-axis gyroscope chip. Why the chip was not included in the current iPad remains a mystery but Bitton believes it has something to do with a last minute change in chip suppliers. The layout for the chip on the iPad does not match the pins layout found on the new iPhone but instead follows the layout found on a 3-axis gyro chip from InvenSense. Speculation on new iPad features is already running rampant with many people guessing which iPhone 4 functionalities will find their way over to the iPad. The iPhone’s gyroscope, camera and retina display are the three leading features we’ve seen requested by our readers over the past several weeks. Only time will tell what new surprises Steve and Co. have in store for us next year. [via MacRumors ] Tags : chip , gyroscope , iPhone 4 Category : iPad News Powered by WizardRSS | Unlimited Web Hosting
Official Android app released by IMDB
Those who enjoy movie trivia and movie buffs are recommended to get the IMDB Android application. This app is written for phones with Android 1.6 or higher, it provides access to over 1.5 million movies and tv shows as well as over 3 million actors/actresses, directors, etc. This wonderful app comes with more good news, it holds 7 languages, English (US/UK), Spanish, German, French, Portuguese, Italian and Japanese.
Not only can this app look up movies, it has numerous charts, such as the most popular, top rated, etc. It can even shop from different Amazon outlets and share showtimes with friends. Another key part to it is it provides movie trailers, quotes, and reviews, and if you live in the US a couple of added features come to, including show listings, and show recaps.
[via AndroidGuys]
Best Buy is Out of Stock on Android X, No More Pre-Orders
The popularity of this amazing phone has reached it’s limit. It has been 5 days since the pre-sale started and Best Buy/Best Buy Mobile already have a hard time to keep up with the pre-orders. Unbelievable! But what can you say. This phone has been a hit since it was announced.
It seems that the amount of the pre-sales for Droid X has raised the same amount with the inventory that some Best Buy going to receive. Droid X is one of Android mobile that has difficulty on the stock for the market. Another phone that also facing the same situation are HTC EVO 4G and Droid Incredible.
[via DroidLife]
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Cisco Announces Cius – Jumps on the Tablet Bandwagon
Cisco recently announced they would enter into the tablet market with their new Cius tablet. The Cius is an Android based device which features a 7″ 720P HD display, a camera, WiFi and 3G support. The huge success of Apple’s iPad has sparked renewed interest in tablet computers by device manufacturers and Cisco is the most recent to announce their device plans.
Cisco is targeting the Cius for the enterprise market and intends to leverage their strong enterprise presence and sales force to push the new device into corporate IT departments. The Cius software features focus on sharing, collaboration and communication to help mobile professional’s stay connected with colleagues and customers. Cisco plans to integrate their ”Show and Share” video conferencing, WebEx collaboration app and “Cisco Quad” social networking tools with the Cius to help businesses increase productivity and stay better connected.
Cisco is not the only player targeting the enterprise market with tablets. HP, who recently acquired Palm, has continued to push forward in this segment of the business. They announced they would leverage the Plam WebOS in all of their new connected devices and they see great potential in the enterprise market.
Apple has not detailed an enterprise market plan for their iPad but we have already seen initial adoption of the iPad in a number of industries. With more and more enterprises adopting the iPhone, IT departments are familiar with supporting an iOS device and many companies have already invested in iOS applications and development.
The enterprise segment will be a hotly contested market segment for tablet manufactures in the coming years. Currently Apple seems to lead the way with it’s rich application eco-system but powerhouse companies like HP, Dell and Cisco should not be underestimated, especially when fighting on their home turf.
Samsung Epic 4G Gets Handled in Early Preview
Most of the Epic’s specs are well known as well as how it will match up against other phones. At Engadget, they were able to receive one and do a test run on it. They went through a brief checklist including the Hardware, screen, software and its overall performance. The 4″ screen isn’t the same as the Droid X and HTC EVO’s 4.3″ screen but not too much of a noticeable difference. The keyboard doesn’t add that much weight to the phone and is very nice, it also comes with a front facing camera. The same Galaxy S Super AMOLED screen, it will come with Android 2.1 with 2.2 closely following. The epic also supports the same 1GHz Hummingbird CPU of the Galaxy S all in all this looks like a very solid phone. [ via engadget] ) View full post on Android Community
Google’s Gingerbread Details Leak: 1GHz Processor Minimum
Even with the launch of Froyo right around the corner for many devices out there (“right around the corner” is a relative term), those who follow Android enough know that the next build of the Google mobile Operating System is already in the works within the Android team. Codenamed “Gingerbread,” as soon as the masses learned about it, the questions already began. And while we know that the User Interface is going to get an overhaul, there were still plenty of questions left unanswered. Well, things are starting to clear up. Thanks to Mobile-Review , details just came in. Fast and heavy. What should you expect? This: Gingerbread is going to launch some time in the middle of October. Maybe around the 15th or 16th, and the first handsets to feature the new OS will hit shelves just in time for the holiday shopping season, or November/December. And, just like Windows Phone 7, Android will now have a minimum specification to run its platform. Those would be: 1GHz processor and 512MB of RAM; and your device will need to have a display that’s 3.5-inches or more. There will be support for 1280
Sony Ericsson XPERIA X10 update boosts performance
The first of Sony Ericsson’s promised firmware updates for the XPERIA X10 has been released, and while it doesn’t bring Android 2.1 along, it’s still worth upgrading. According to the Sony Ericsson blog, the new firmware boosts the X10’s overall performance together with tweaking the camera UI, introduces a new settings backup app and, in certain markets, installs PlayNow with premium apps and games.
“This update focuses on improving the general performance, speed and responsiveness of Xperia X10. For example, there are speed improvements in messaging tasks and camera UI. In addition we add a free back up and restore application so you’ll never lose your settings and information. In selected markets, PlayNow with premium apps and games will also be added.”
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Dog Lamp Desk Organizer
If you’re feeling a little crafty, this could make a weekend project for those of you not scared off by wiring jobs. This isn’t a kit that’s up for purchase, but the idea might be enough to give you some ideas on how to make your own version of this sort of thing. This dog design makes it perfect for kids who want to have their own desk space to work on school projects.
On the inside of the mouth is a light that makes the eyes glow once the rest of the lights are out. Then on the back of the dog is a spot to hold all sorts of small office supplies like pens, markers and scissors. If you are using it for a kids room you might make sure that the wires are extra secure, so they don’t go accidentally tugging too hard on it. This particular dog is a design by David Zhang, who hopefully will get some kits out for those of us that aren’t the best at woodworking.
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