<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> <rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/" ><channel><title>Snakebytez &#187; GADGETS</title> <atom:link href="http://www.snakebytez.com/category/gadgets/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><link>http://www.snakebytez.com</link> <description>Technology, Windows Tips and Tricks, Windows Tweaks, Blogging, SEO</description> <lastBuildDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2012 17:58:13 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en</language> <sy:updatePeriod>hourly</sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency>1</sy:updateFrequency> <generator>http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1</generator> <xhtml:meta xmlns:xhtml="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" name="robots" content="noindex" /> <item><title>&quot;Boycott SOPA&quot; Is The New Android App That Puts SOPA Opponents In Control</title><link>http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/boycott-sopa-app</link> <comments>http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/boycott-sopa-app#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 09:02:17 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Vikram</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[GADGETS]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Andriod App]]></category> <category><![CDATA[SOPA]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.snakebytez.com/?p=6637</guid> <description><![CDATA[If you knew you could be someone like Chuck Norris or Jason Bourne, would you try? There is a new Android app available that allows the regular Joe or Jane to deftly wield the power of money against the dark minions of SOPA. Get a closer look at this Android app called &#34;Boycott SOPA&#34; here [...]<p><a href="http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/boycott-sopa-app">&quot;Boycott SOPA&quot; Is The New Android App That Puts SOPA Opponents In Control</a> is a post from: <a href="http://www.snakebytez.com">Snakebytez</a></p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="stop-sopa" border="0" alt="stop-sopa" src="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/stop-sopa.jpg?84cd58" width="640" height="353" /></p><p>If you knew you could be someone like Chuck Norris or Jason Bourne, would you try? There is a new <a href="http://www.snakebytez.com/tag/android-apps" target="_blank"><strong>Android app</strong></a> available that allows the regular Joe or Jane to deftly wield the power of money against the dark minions of SOPA. Get a closer look at this Android app called &quot;<strong>Boycott SOPA</strong>&quot; here in this quick article.</p><p><span id="more-6637"></span><br /><h3>Two College Programmers Against SOPA</h3><p>The powerhouse that is becoming what is known as the mobile revolution now has a potent tool for the public. For those who are familiar with the political action called &quot;SOPA&quot; that is brewing, you are probably wondering, &quot;What can I do about <strong>SOPA</strong>?&quot;. Now, two college level programmers have done it for you. It is called &quot;Boycott SOPA&quot; and one of the best things about it is that it is a free download.</p><h3>Money Talks, And Android Apps Are Helping</h3><p>The idea for <strong>SOPA</strong> came from the companies of Hollywood, California. All they needed was for someone with enough power to take down so-called sites that offend copyright laws. They found a willing sponsor for their plan to take down web sites in the Congress of the United States. The &quot;Boycott SOPA&quot; <a href="http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/best-android-apps-beginners" target="_blank">Android app</a> takes care of this abuse of power in the form of a simple program. It hits the companies that support SOPA right where it hurts the worst, in their bank accounts.</p><h3>Beer And Pizza Keeps This Android App Rolling</h3><p><a href="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/scan-item.jpg?84cd58"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="scan-item" border="0" alt="scan-item" src="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/scan-item_thumb.jpg?84cd58" width="207" height="344" /></a><a href="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/bad-item.jpg?84cd58"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="bad-item" border="0" alt="bad-item" src="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/bad-item_thumb.jpg?84cd58" width="195" height="344" /></a><a href="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/scan-list.jpg?84cd58"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="scan-list" border="0" alt="scan-list" src="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/scan-list_thumb.jpg?84cd58" width="195" height="344" /></a></p><p>The two programmers who are making the &quot;Boycott SOPA&quot; program are keeping their names out of the spotlight. No names are found on the regular pages of their web site ( nomoresopa dot com ) and they are guarding it in the Whois information from their domain registrar. Nevertheless, what they have designed an easy to use tool that simply scans barcodes and tells the scanner if the company selling the product is supporting SOPA or not. All they ask for is donations to help them buy beer and pizza. They say it will help them to keep the &quot;Boycott SOPA&quot; program updated.</p><h3>How To Get Started With Your Own Smartphone</h3><p>To get started with the &quot;Boycott SOPA&quot; Android app a free scanner app called &quot;ZXing Barcode Scanner&quot; will need to be downloaded first. After that, the &quot;Boycott SOPA&quot; app can be downloaded. That is it for the most part. The app is used to scan products which then tells the user that the product is or is not made by a company that supports SOPA. The app is in the Android market as you read this and has a favorable rating from those who have used it.</p><p><a href="https://market.android.com/details?id=com.boycottsopa.android">Download Boycott SOPA for Android</a></p><p><em>Kenny Bowyer is a freelance writer that contributes to different websites online. He also works for the marketing department of </em><a href="http://www.ianbthompson.co.uk/"><em>Chartered Accountants Sheffield</em></a><em> where you can get some useful help for your accounting tasks.</em></p><p><a href="http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/boycott-sopa-app">&quot;Boycott SOPA&quot; Is The New Android App That Puts SOPA Opponents In Control</a> is a post from: <a href="http://www.snakebytez.com">Snakebytez</a></p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/boycott-sopa-app/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>How Does a Mobile Phone Network Work?</title><link>http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/how-mobile-phone-network-work</link> <comments>http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/how-mobile-phone-network-work#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 10 Jan 2012 10:53:31 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Vikram</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[GADGETS]]></category> <category><![CDATA[how does it work? GSM]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Mobile Technology]]></category> <category><![CDATA[networks]]></category> <category><![CDATA[physics]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Science]]></category> <category><![CDATA[telecommunications]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.snakebytez.com/?p=6626</guid> <description><![CDATA[Can you imagine a world without mobile phones? But do you know how they work? This guide looks in depth at how they work, how they are maintained and how we use it.<p><a href="http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/how-mobile-phone-network-work">How Does a Mobile Phone Network Work?</a> is a post from: <a href="http://www.snakebytez.com">Snakebytez</a></p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img src="http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2672/3816194527_4bfe7f456c.jpg" width="400" /></p><p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/davidcjones/">Image Credit</a></p><p>Can you imagine a world without mobile phones? One of the key technological advancements of our time, the mobile phone has vastly improved our communication capabilities, enabling us to connect and keep in touch with each other.</p><p>But do you know how they work? Are you aware of the mobile phone networks that facilitate this impressive communication infrastructure and the history behind it? If not, let’s take a look at how the mobile phone network works and how it has evolved.</p><p><span id="more-6626"></span><p><img src="http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3614/3395424430_58b73226f0.jpg" width="400" /></p><p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/picturesbypolo/">Image Credit</a></p><p><strong>Guiglielmo Marconi</strong> made the initial radio transmission way back in 1895. It took just three decades before radio was being utilized for day to day media broadcasts and for two radio to aid police and military forces. Today, about 60% of the British population use mobile phones, that’s an astonishing 40 million people talking to each other.</p><p>Radio waves are transmitted and received by mobile phones and their base stations. The electromagnetic waves are comprised of oscillating electric and magnetic waves. The number of times each second these waves oscillate is known as the <strong>frequency</strong> and this decides exactly how they can be used.</p><p>Mobile phone services operate between three different frequency bands:</p><p>872-960 MHz,</p><p>1710-1875 MHz and</p><p>1920-2170 MHz.</p><p>Radio communication utilizes carrier waves, which are created as a sine wave by the transmitter, which constantly repeats itself.</p><p>This carrier wave is able to contain and deliver more information through a process called <strong>modulation</strong>, which involves a part of the carrier wave being varied in line with the information being transmitted. In mobile phones this is done using <strong>digital techniques</strong>.</p><p><img src="http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3201/2788253333_29876d0178.jpg" width="400" /></p><p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/brownpau/">Image Credit</a></p><p>A <a href="http://uk.blackberry.com/devices/">mobile phone</a> network is created using multiple base stations. When a mobile phone either sends or receives information, such as calls, texts, images, sounds or videos, the information is transmitted using these base stations. The mobile phone transmits radio signals to the closest base station, while incoming radio signals, carrying the other person’s speech or information, are transmitted at a different frequency from the base station.</p><p><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="mobile-networks" border="0" alt="mobile-networks" src="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/mobile-networks.jpg?84cd58" width="350" height="273" /></p><p>The vast number of base stations creates the expansive mobile network connecting mobile phone users across the world. Every base station gives radio coverage to a designated cell. Each cell represents a geographical area of radio coverage. The base stations are connected via <strong>switching centres</strong> tracking calls and managing their transfer from cell to cell.</p><p>Strong networks are created by having a vast field of cells with central base stations which slightly overlap at the edges, facilitating smooth transfers between cells. An insufficient number of base stations placed in the right positions would cause disrupted signals due to the inability to transfer properly from each cell.</p><p>It can come as quite a surprise to learn how much work goes into keeping a simple mobile phone call undisrupted. When a person is moving and crosses cell boundaries each base station passes network control to the next base station. This is why such a large number of base stations are required to keep the signal strength in each cell strong enough without distance interrupting the smooth transfer in between cells.</p><p><img src="http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5294/5551552855_941133d518.jpg" width="400" /></p><p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/nrmadriversseat/">Image Credit</a></p><p>The sheer volume of mobile phone users means multiple base stations are often needed to cover just one town. Mobile phone operators are limited to the number of calls their base stations can manage at any given time.</p><p>To get the most out of the available radio spectrum in each area, mobile phone operators reuse radio frequencies over and over again within the network. Cells are clustered, with frequencies assigned to them, and the mobile phone operator carefully manipulates the cells in an orchestrated repetitive pattern of frequency reuse.</p><p>Mobile phone operators use two different technologies within their UK mobile phone networks:</p><p>The Groupe Speciale Mobile/Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM) operates within the <strong>900 MHz and 1800 MHz</strong> frequency bands and enables calls to be made to and from different countries, as part of the wider international digital mobile network.</p><p>However, the higher demands made by multimedia smartphones utilize the Universal Mobile Telecommunication System (UMTS), which operates in the region of 2 GHz.</p><p><img src="http://farm7.staticflickr.com/6149/5919441447_1fff8c4542.jpg" width="400" /></p><p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/sparker/">Image Credit</a></p><p>There we have it, next time you’re in a car or on a train and are making a call on your Mobile phone try to visualize the hexagonal web of cells you’re traversing and the sheer amount of technology and energy working hard to keep you talking.</p><p><a href="http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/how-mobile-phone-network-work">How Does a Mobile Phone Network Work?</a> is a post from: <a href="http://www.snakebytez.com">Snakebytez</a></p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/how-mobile-phone-network-work/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>3</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Blackberry vs. iPhone &#8211; Office Wars</title><link>http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/blackberry-vs-iphone</link> <comments>http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/blackberry-vs-iphone#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 02 Jan 2012 11:33:55 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Vikram</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[GADGETS]]></category> <category><![CDATA[bb6]]></category> <category><![CDATA[blackberry]]></category> <category><![CDATA[ios5]]></category> <category><![CDATA[iphone]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.snakebytez.com/?p=6576</guid> <description><![CDATA[Microsoft and Apple have been doing battle for a long time now, but the last few years have been focused on the mobile war as much as the world of PC vs Mac. This continues in 2011 with the release of both Apple's iPhone 4s and the Blackberry Torch. So, how do these two devices compare?<p><a href="http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/blackberry-vs-iphone">Blackberry vs. iPhone &#8211; Office Wars</a> is a post from: <a href="http://www.snakebytez.com">Snakebytez</a></p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/andymihail/3444558054/"><img hspace="10" align="left" src="http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3346/3444558054_aa81beffc5_m.jpg" width="240" height="180" /></a><strong>Microsoft</strong> and <strong>Apple</strong> have been doing battle for a long time now, but the last few years have been focused on the mobile war as much as the world of <strong>PC</strong> vs <strong>Mac</strong>. This continues in 2011 with the release of both Apple&#8217;s <strong>iPhone 4s</strong> and the <strong>Blackberry Torch</strong>. So, how do these two devices compare?</p><p>Both of these phones come equipped with excellent smart phone applications and capabilities. They both allow full-fledged internet access, meaning that getting to your web-based mail, cloud applications, and cloud storage are very simple. <strong>GPS</strong> navigation, access to an application market, <strong>WiFi</strong> capabilities, and expandable memory are a few other common traits. Both of these models also feature stronger and faster specs across the board.</p><p><span id="more-6576"></span><br /><h3>Operating System</h3><p>The first difference of major importance is the Operating System in use. <strong>The BlackBerry Torch is using BB6</strong> &#8211; the newest in the OS lineup designed specifically for the BlackBerry brand. The difference between BB5 and 6 is found primarily in its social networking capabilities, picture and video features, and other media aspects.</p><p>The appeal is reaching far more toward the non-professional crowd, a change of pace that encroaches on Apple&#8217;s usual territory. Of greatest note, BlackBerry&#8217;s mobile internet access has expanded in a dramatic way, with load speeds testing faster than any other smartphone browser on the same network.</p><p>The Apple iPhone 4s OS, rather than adding features, has gone down the road of simplicity. It improves functionality, speed, and it helps extend battery life. For most, <strong>iOS5</strong> is a superior system, but security concerns from early in the release stage still have some people frightened off.</p><h3>The Looks</h3><p>Aesthetically the two brands are moderately similar. Blackberry is a somewhat less thin model, but it does come equipped with a slide-out keyboard and a touch screen. The iPhone, on the other hand, requires that people use the tap-to-type <strong>QWERTY</strong> interface.</p><h3>Screen Resolution</h3><p>The greatest difference for those who care about image, however, will be found in the screen resolution. The Torch is only a 480 x 360 resolution, which falls short of the average for new release smart phones. The <strong>iPhone 4s</strong> approximately doubles these specs (960 x 640) and provides better imaging technology.</p><h3>The Apps</h3><p>Even with significant improvements to the Microsoft &quot;App World,&quot; the number of free and pay applications pales in comparison to those found in Apple&#8217;s network. In fact, App World still comes in third, placing behind Android, for mobile app markets.</p><h3>Battery Life</h3><p>Battery life is another spec where the iPhone 4s is superior to the BlackBerry. Battery life, a common criticism of smart phones, is finally starting to see some expansion. The Torch sees about five and a half hours of talk time &#8211; a step up from many other smart phones &#8211; but the iPhone 4s surpasses them all with <em>seven hours of average talk</em> <em>time.</em> Even though the battery life of the iPhone is better, the processing speed remains faster than the Torch.</p><p><strong>Microsoft</strong> has finally brought a solid smart phone with mass appeal, but it may be a day late and a dollar short. The truth is, BlackBerry can&#8217;t hold a Torch to iPhone 4s.</p><p style="font-style: italic"><p><em>Jessy is a momrepreneur and social media enthusiast. She blogs for Dobovo, the best tool that allows to easily compare accommodation prices and pick <a href="http://www.dobovo.com/">Kiev apartments</a> on the cheap.</em></p><p><a href="http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/blackberry-vs-iphone">Blackberry vs. iPhone &#8211; Office Wars</a> is a post from: <a href="http://www.snakebytez.com">Snakebytez</a></p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/blackberry-vs-iphone/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>1</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>How to Use VoIP on Your Smartphone?</title><link>http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/how-to-use-voip-on-your-smartphone</link> <comments>http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/how-to-use-voip-on-your-smartphone#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 27 Dec 2011 15:10:17 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Cindy</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[GADGETS]]></category> <category><![CDATA[how to]]></category> <category><![CDATA[internet phone]]></category> <category><![CDATA[mobile voip]]></category> <category><![CDATA[VoIP app]]></category> <category><![CDATA[VoIP for Android]]></category> <category><![CDATA[VoIP for Black berry]]></category> <category><![CDATA[VoIP for Iphone]]></category> <category><![CDATA[VoIP phone]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.snakebytez.com/?p=6551</guid> <description><![CDATA[VoIP or Voice Over Internet Protocol refers to usage of internet as a baseline for making phone calls. This is popular because of its inexpensiveness. You can make VoIP calls from your telephone if it has the capacities of downloading and installing its apps.  Normally, Smartphone devices like BlackBerry, iPhone and Android are used for such third party applications. If your cell phone is equipped with Wi-Fi, you can easily make a VoIP call, bypassing your regular cellular operator. Here is a simple guideline on how you can use VoIP applications on your Smartphone.<p><a href="http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/how-to-use-voip-on-your-smartphone">How to Use VoIP on Your Smartphone?</a> is a post from: <a href="http://www.snakebytez.com">Snakebytez</a></p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>VoIP</strong> or <strong>V</strong>oice <strong>O</strong>ver <strong>I</strong>nternet <strong>P</strong>rotocol refers to usage of internet as a baseline for making phone calls. This is popular because of its inexpensiveness. You can make VoIP calls from your telephone if it has the capacities of downloading and installing its apps.&#160; Normally, Smartphone devices like <strong><a href="http://www.snakebytez.com/tag/blackberry" target="_blank">BlackBerry</a></strong>, <strong><a href="http://www.snakebytez.com/tag/iphone" target="_blank">iPhone</a></strong> and <strong>Android</strong> are used for such third party applications. If your cell phone is equipped with Wi-Fi, you can easily make a VoIP call, bypassing your regular cellular operator. Here is a simple guideline on how you can use <a href="http://www.axvoice.com/">VoIP</a> applications on your Smartphone.</p><p><span id="more-6551"></span><br /><h3>Five Easy Steps:</h3><ul><li>First of all, download the <strong>VoIP</strong> app of your choice. You can do it using your Smartphone’s application store.</li><li>On your home screen, open the VoIP app and follow the given instructions for setting up a VoIP account. In order to make the call using the downloaded app, you will have to purchase credit or minutes from the provider.</li><li>Click on run to start the application and program to make a call or for doing other related tasks. You can do this, by signing up for a particular package of your choice and affordability range. You will have a phonebook on your VoIP app, so add up the numbers you want to call on and save them. For this, just click on the ‘contacts’ button on the toolbar and press ‘add a contact’. Moreover, you can enter the username or emailing address of the person, you want to make a call to, just click ‘find‘. When you see that the desired person’s name has appeared, click ‘Add’ and the contact will be added to your contact list. <a href="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/iphone-sip-voip.jpg?84cd58"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="iphone-sip-voip" border="0" alt="iphone-sip-voip" src="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/iphone-sip-voip_thumb.jpg?84cd58" width="264" height="394" /></a></li><li>Now, when have the application installed, phonebook ready and credit purchased, you can add up a contact number, make a call, and send an instant message to the person of your choice.</li><li>Here, you need to keep in mind that when you sign up for a given package with any VoIP company, you can call FREE to the home network (same network). However, in order to call other networks and landline, you will have to purchase credit or sign up for a certain plan.</li></ul><p>There are lots of generic as well as provider specific VoIP apps. So, you have to be very clear and specific while selecting an app for your cell phone.&#160; Your needs, requirements and ultimately budget decides what you need to install and use. However, one thing is sure that the VoIP technology will be a critical need in coming days.</p><p>Keeping certain aspect of technology and patterns of public usage, you can easily tell that the technology has a bright future. Statistics show that by the year 2015, the VoIP apps for mobile will generate over $30 billion revenue for their developers. Apart from the cheap calling facility, the public appetite for Smartphone devices owing to the innovative features and applications is the main factor that will contribute to the development of the industry in the coming days.</p><p><a href="http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/how-to-use-voip-on-your-smartphone">How to Use VoIP on Your Smartphone?</a> is a post from: <a href="http://www.snakebytez.com">Snakebytez</a></p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/how-to-use-voip-on-your-smartphone/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>4</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Toshiba&#8217;s Excite : The All New Android Powered Tablet</title><link>http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/toshiba-excite-android-tablet</link> <comments>http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/toshiba-excite-android-tablet#comments</comments> <pubDate>Sun, 11 Dec 2011 16:42:32 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Vikram</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[GADGETS]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Android]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Tablet]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Toshiba]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/toshibas-excite-the-all-new-android-powered-tablet</guid> <description><![CDATA[The world is raging to envisage a new series of digital revolution in the current scenario. The internet telephony revolutionized the entire world about 5 to 6 years back. It’s now time for the mobile devices to create the same kind of impact. With the launch of Apple iPhones, the world is witnessing an evolution [...]<p><a href="http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/toshiba-excite-android-tablet">Toshiba&rsquo;s Excite : The All New Android Powered Tablet</a> is a post from: <a href="http://www.snakebytez.com">Snakebytez</a></p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The world is raging to envisage a new series of digital revolution in the current scenario. The internet telephony revolutionized the entire world about 5 to 6 years back. It’s now time for the mobile devices to create the same kind of impact. With the launch of <strong>Apple iPhones</strong>, the world is witnessing an evolution in the smart phone and smart devices market. The increase in the number of smart phones and tablets is gearing up on a high note. There are several key players in the market who are predominantly dominant in selling these gadgets. Toshiba has decided to step up its contribution with the launch of its “<strong>Toshiba Excite Android Tablet</strong>” in January 2012.</p><p><span id="more-6340"></span></p><p><img style="background-image: none; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; padding-top: 0px; border: 0px;" title="toshiba-excite-tablet" src="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/toshiba-excite-tablet.png?84cd58" alt="toshiba-excite-tablet" width="527" height="355" border="0" /></p><h3><strong>Much Awaited Launch:</strong></h3><p>The Toshiba website is running its campaign and promotional advertisements on its websites and is spreading the news through social networking sites. It is currently being promoted as a holiday gift product. Toshiba had already tasted the success buds with the soft launch of its previous 7 inch and 10 inch tablets. The products were received well across the globe. It’s now time to launch the <strong>10.1 inch screen</strong> with LCD display and LED back lighting. The <strong>1280&#215;800 pixel</strong> display will make it very special and elegant.</p><h3><strong>Features of Excite Tablet:</strong></h3><p>The device is powered by all new Texas Instruments OMAP 4430 processor with the processing power of <strong>1.2 gigahertz</strong>. It is simply superb for the elegant functioning of the device. The tablet runs on <strong>Android 3.2 Honeycomb</strong> operating system which is one of the advanced OS available in today’s scenario. Excite is equipped with lot many features and supports up to 200,000 applications available in the open market.</p><p>It is equipped with <strong>2 mega pixel front end camera</strong> and has <strong>5 MP back end camera</strong>. The processing power of the camera is little bit disappointing while comparing with its other functionalities. It comes with a<strong> micro SD</strong> slot and a mini <strong>USB 2.0</strong> port. It also has a micro <strong>HDMI</strong> port to support advanced devices. The other normal features such as Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and <strong>Bluetooth</strong> is available in this version. It will be a very handy device while you are on the go. It keeps you entertained for unlimited time and takes out the work pressure from you.</p><h3><strong>Are You Ready For The Sensation?</strong></h3><p><strong><a href="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/toshiba-tablet.jpg?84cd58"><img style="background-image: none; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; padding-top: 0px; border: 0px;" title="toshiba-tablet" src="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/toshiba-tablet_thumb.jpg?84cd58" alt="toshiba-tablet" width="560" height="410" border="0" /></a></strong></p><p>Toshiba Excite android tablet comes in 2 variants – one with <em>16 GB storage</em> area and the other with <em>32 GB storage</em> area. Toshiba boasts this device to be the slimmest and lightest of all tablets available in the market today. There is no clear picture about its pricing and about the world wide launch.</p><p>If you have been on the hunt to buy a latest Android power tablet with stunning features, Toshiba’s Excite would be a nice feast to start with. Experts argue that it would definitely live up to the expectations as Toshiba has tried hard to give its best.</p><p>Server racks and <a title="network cabinets" href="http://www.serverracks.com.au/">network cabinets&#8221;</a> are an important topic in the field of Technology. Sirangi Kalpana is greatly interested and amused with the technological advancements. She tries to spread the knowledge on <a title="server racks" href="http://www.serverracks.com.au/">server racks</a> and on other technological subjects through her effective writing skills.</p><p><a href="http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/toshiba-excite-android-tablet">Toshiba&rsquo;s Excite : The All New Android Powered Tablet</a> is a post from: <a href="http://www.snakebytez.com">Snakebytez</a></p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/toshiba-excite-android-tablet/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Throwdown: The Apple iPhone vs the Android Fleet</title><link>http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/android-vs-iphone</link> <comments>http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/android-vs-iphone#comments</comments> <pubDate>Sat, 05 Nov 2011 15:46:32 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Vikram</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[GADGETS]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Android]]></category> <category><![CDATA[iphone]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/android-vs-iphone</guid> <description><![CDATA[Apple has long reigned supreme in the smartphone arena; however, Android based phones and the operating system itself have quickly become worthy contenders – especially in the last year. Both phones offer diverse playing fields and offer users something that the other just quite can&#8217;t. So which company offers the better smartphone and operating system [...]<p><a href="http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/android-vs-iphone">Throwdown: The Apple iPhone vs the Android Fleet</a> is a post from: <a href="http://www.snakebytez.com">Snakebytez</a></p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Apple has long reigned supreme in the smartphone arena; however, Android based phones and the operating system itself have quickly become worthy contenders – especially in the last year. Both phones offer diverse playing fields and offer users something that the other just quite can&#8217;t. So which company offers the better smartphone and operating system overall?</p></p><p><span id="more-5779"></span></p><p><a href="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/androidvsapple.png?84cd58"><img style="border-right-width: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto" title="android-vs-apple" border="0" alt="android-vs-apple" src="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/androidvsapple_thumb.png?84cd58" width="484" height="259" /></a></p><h1><b>Contender #1: <font color="#ff0000">Android</font></b></h1><p>Android has long been known for providing a more utilitarian approach to their phones. These are the type of phones that you want when you aren&#8217;t focused on style so much as getting the job done. This is the type of operating system that doesn&#8217;t play around with fancy moves. It a no-nonsense, heavyweight competitor that knocks you out with 1-2 punch.</p><h3><b><u>Customization </u></b></h3><p>If you want to have your phone fit only your needs, then Android is for you. Android isn&#8217;t about providing the same interface for everyone to use. They want you to use it however you need to, to accomplish whatever you need to get done. So whether you work for a <a href="http://www.onlinerepmanagement.com/corporate-reputation-management" target="_blank">corporate reputation management</a> firm or are a serious professional blogger, Android will let you customize your phone so that it can help you get your job done as quickly as possible and in whatever fashion you wish to do it. The upcoming release of <a href="http://developer.android.com/sdk/android-4.0-highlights.html">Ice Cream Sandwich</a> will also be sure to provide even greater functionality to Android phones.</p><h3><b><u>Phones</u></b></h3><p>Android&#8217;s operating systems function on a variety of phones, and the two stand out brands are <strong>Samsung and HTC</strong>. HTC&#8217;s Sense is one of the best, if not the best, UI on the market, and Samsung has repeatedly offered superior phones – so much so that Apple has gone after the brand. With an iPhone, you only get one phone and one phone only. With Android you have an entire selection to choose from so you can get whatever fits your style and needs.</p><h3><u>4G</u></h3><p>In keeping with its utilitarian approach, Android offers phones that function on <strong>4G</strong>. In short, 4G will be a network capable of functioning at high speeds and with multiple browsers open so that users can get done what they want, when they need to.</p><p>&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;-</p><h1><b>Contender #2: <font color="#ff0000">The iPhone</font></b></h1><p>Apple has always been about providing an experience to its users. It doesn&#8217;t give you a workhorse that you train yourself; it provides you with a service already to go. iOS5 is the lightweight competitor; the type of crowd favorite that knows how to engage and captivate an audience, that has style and grace, but still knows how to deliver a punch and get the job done at the end of the day.</p><h3><u>Simplicity</u></h3><p>Everything about Apple is designed to be simple, yet highly effective. You only need one charger for all your Apple devices, and the iPhone iOS hasn&#8217;t really changed its design or overall functioning. Everything is easy to use and just makes sense, making it much easier to use for those of us who don&#8217;t want to tinker and customize their phone, but simply use it.</p><h3><u>Apps</u></h3><p>Apple still has the greatest number of apps on the market, and users can just about find an app to make any facet of their life easier or more entertaining. Android&#8217;s apps are growing and still just as capable, but the operating system just doesn&#8217;t have as vast as a selection.</p><h3><b><u>iOS 5</u></b></h3><p>With iOS 5 came <strong>Siri</strong> and <strong>iCloud</strong>, which have definitely changed the way that people view a smartphone&#8217;s functioning. Siri is an excellent virtual personal assistant that can answer questions, send you reminders, and basically carry on a conversation with you. iCloud allows users to sync all of their information so that they can access their information from any of their devices allowing for continuous connectivity.</p><p>While we would love to say that one of these operating systems dominates the other, it simply isn&#8217;t true. Both brands offer great features that appeal to different markets. If you are an Apple fanatic, Apple&#8217;s phones and operating systems are going to be the greatest thing ever to you no matter what they release. If you are a control freak, you are going to want an Android workhorse of a phone that is completely customizable – something only Android can offer.</p><p><a href="http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/android-vs-iphone">Throwdown: The Apple iPhone vs the Android Fleet</a> is a post from: <a href="http://www.snakebytez.com">Snakebytez</a></p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/android-vs-iphone/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>1</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Ten utterly most useless gadgets</title><link>http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/ten-useless-gadgets</link> <comments>http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/ten-useless-gadgets#comments</comments> <pubDate>Sat, 05 Nov 2011 07:57:01 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Vikram</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[GADGETS]]></category> <category><![CDATA[USB]]></category> <category><![CDATA[useless gadgets]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/ten-useless-gadgets</guid> <description><![CDATA[10. Banana Protector This one is considered useless by any yardstick. The Banana Protector is a plastic shield that retracts as your eat your banana. Is it protecting your hands or your banana? No one knows but it’s useless since a banana comes with built-in protection; courtesy of nature. Image Credit 9. USB toothbrush Anything [...]<p><a href="http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/ten-useless-gadgets">Ten utterly most useless gadgets</a> is a post from: <a href="http://www.snakebytez.com">Snakebytez</a></p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3>10. <strong>Banana Protector</strong></h3><p>This one is considered useless by any yardstick. The <strong>Banana Protector</strong> is a plastic shield that retracts as your eat your banana. Is it protecting your hands or your banana? No one knows but it’s useless since a banana comes with built-in protection; courtesy of nature.</p><p><img alt="Banana Protector" src="http://farm1.static.flickr.com/35/121872707_d97b47b653.jpg" width="374" height="500" /> <br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/istolethetv/">Image Credit</a></p><h3>9. <strong>USB toothbrush</strong></h3><p><strong></strong>Anything that can be attached to your USB port. Number 9 covers a lot of territory from a <strong>USB vacuum cleaner</strong>, which could not even suck up air, to a USB toothbrush. A toothbrush? No one will ever brush their teeth while standing over their keyboard. Unless of course you have a USB basin&#8230;</p><p><img alt="USB Hoover" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2353/2319601946_2c0c8a9f19.jpg" width="488" height="500" /> <br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/pgautier/">Image Credit</a></p><h3>8. <strong>The Fake Sunroof</strong>.</h3><p>This is for people who need&#8230;for people who want&#8230;I’m not sure what sort of person would purchase a fake sunroof, but it’s an interesting little magnetic gadget that you can stick to the roof of your car. It’ll match your fake tan for sure.</p><p><img alt="Fake Sunroof" src="http://www.bagofnothing.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2007/08/fakesunroof3.jpg" width="450" height="536" /> <br /><a href="http://www.bagofnothing.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2007/08/fakesunroof3.jpg">Image Credit</a></p><h3>7. D<strong>ouble-sided shoes</strong>.</h3><p>How often have you stood up from the sofa and wished that you didn’t have to turn your shoes around to put them on? Frustration indeed, but no more when you have the sophisticated uselessness of the <strong>double-sided shoes</strong>. There’s no back or front, any way you’re facing is the right way round with this fancy footwear. Walking in them might be a bother but who said gadgets have to be functional?</p><p><img alt="Double sided shoes" src="http://techdigest.tv/double-sided-show.jpg" width="300" /> <br /><a href="http://www.techdigest.tv/2008/02/japanese_art_ch.html">Image Credit</a></p><h3>6. <strong>Private Laptop Viewer</strong>Think</h3><p>of the <strong>Private Laptop Viewer</strong> as a snuggy-blanket and personal privacy device all in one. Alternatively, you could get up, with your laptop, considering that it is portable and go to another room. If you can’t though and you want complete privacy, then just slide your arms and head into the laptop privacy viewer and you are all alone, in your private cyber world. The intake of oxygen is not guaranteed.</p><p><img alt="Private Laptop Viewer" src="http://www.onegadgetperday.com/gadgets/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/2414194397_9a484b1d75.jpg" width="500" height="375" /> <br /><a href="http://www.onegadgetperday.com/gadgets/homemade-private-laptop-viewer">Image Credit</a></p><p> <strong>Now we head into the top 5, and competition for the most useless gadget of all time is stiff.</strong><br /><h3>5. <strong>The Electric Candle</strong></h3><p>has been named by some as the most useless gadget ever invented. Firstly, an electric candle is worse than useless if you’ve just meandered into a storm and have no electricity. Secondly, why would you want an electric candle?</p><p><img alt="Electric Candle" src="http://farm1.static.flickr.com/40/111655711_888db6cdb1.jpg" width="300" /> <br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/mattsabo17/">Image Credit</a></p><h3>4. <strong>Laser guided scissors</strong></h3><p><strong></strong>&#160;<strong>Laser guided scissors</strong> are on everybody’s favourite list of useless gadgets. They cut just like regular scissors, so nothing new there, but the concept of cutting a straight line drawn with a pencil was just too much for this inventor. Now if they had invented scissors that use a laser to cut through anything it may have taken off.</p><p><img alt="Laser Scissors" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_DHuc_rwRvv0/TL3t_425LKI/AAAAAAAAAJ0/3bsMz4ULG0k/s320/a823_laser_guided_scissors_addtl.jpg" width="300" /> <br /><a href="http://willamette-valley-rants.blogspot.com/">Image Credit</a></p><h3>3. <strong>The Armpit TV</strong></h3><p><strong>The Armpit TV</strong> gadget is useless. Or is it? Think of this as your service to humanity when you’re on the tube or subway. First, make sure you have a sweet smelling armpit and then wear your shirt with built in armpit TV. When you’re standing in a crowded train hanging on to the overhead handles, you can entertain the world. Just don’t fight over the remote now.</p><p><img alt="Armpit TV" src="http://t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQVygvL3ZQOLh316qk0-91zJSPT9f2Kik8PDxpbXPb1r3UEY4fF7F4tq7dlHQ" width="300" /> <br /><a href="http://t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQVygvL3ZQOLh316qk0-91zJSPT9f2Kik8PDxpbXPb1r3UEY4fF7F4tq7dlHQ">Image Credit</a></p><h3>2. <strong>Briefcase Toilet</strong></h3><p><strong></strong>When you know you’ve got to go but don’t fancy using a public toilet, the handy, but utterly ridiculous <strong>Briefcase Toilet</strong> is your Portaloo that goes with you. It actually works, making it not entirely useless and is guaranteed to be waterproof unless you exceed the maximum weight allowance.</p><p><img alt="Briefcase Toilet" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_jR_Oc41ELvs/SOOHqXDfC6I/AAAAAAAAAF8/M27OU2qOOR4/s200/briefcase_toiletjpg" width="300" /> <br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_jR_Oc41ELvs/SOOHqXDfC6I/AAAAAAAAAF8/M27OU2qOOR4/s200/briefcase_toiletjpg">Image Credit</a></p><h3>1. Nothing</h3><p>Looking for the perfect gift for that hard-to-buy-for friend? The aptly named <strong>‘Nothing’</strong> is the most useless gadget of all time. A perfect sphere of nothing, encased in artistically designed packaging, featuring the ‘Nothing’ logo. This is the gadget gift to give, when nothing else will do. Giving ‘Nothing’ is better than giving nothing at all, making this the gadget that does nothing, but allows you arrive at the party with something to give. Genius!</p><p><img alt="Nothing" src="http://www.redferret.net/wp-content/uploads/2007/10/nothing_small.jpg" width="300" height="234" /> <br /><a href="http://www.redferret.net/?p=9386">Image Credit</a></p><p>This guest post has been provided on behalf of <a href="http://www.broadbandchoices.co.uk/">www.broadbandchoices.co.uk</a>; Ofcom accredited and impartial service &#8211; find the best broadband deal for you in 3 easy steps.</p><p><a href="http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/ten-useless-gadgets">Ten utterly most useless gadgets</a> is a post from: <a href="http://www.snakebytez.com">Snakebytez</a></p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/ten-useless-gadgets/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>1</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Samsung SmartPhones: Review</title><link>http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/samsung-smartphones-review</link> <comments>http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/samsung-smartphones-review#comments</comments> <pubDate>Thu, 03 Nov 2011 12:15:20 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Vikram</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[GADGETS]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Andriod]]></category> <category><![CDATA[samsung]]></category> <category><![CDATA[samsung galaxy s2]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/samsung-smartphones-review</guid> <description><![CDATA[The world of smart phones is a jungle, and the diversity of wildlife is astounding.&#160; But walk into the store of your wireless carrier, and only a few smart phones will peek out from the underbrush at you.&#160; Never fear, gentle traveler, your guide is here. My pith helmet is firmly affixed, my khaki jacket [...]<p><a href="http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/samsung-smartphones-review">Samsung SmartPhones: Review</a> is a post from: <a href="http://www.snakebytez.com">Snakebytez</a></p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The world of smart phones is a jungle, and the diversity of wildlife is astounding.&#160; But walk into the store of your wireless carrier, and only a few smart phones will peek out from the underbrush at you.&#160; Never fear, gentle traveler, your guide is here.</p><p>My pith helmet is firmly affixed, my khaki jacket smartly pressed, and I shall lead the way into that treacherous canopy to bring you a review of a sampling of the newest, hippest, and most interesting smart phones Samsung offers.</p><p><span id="more-5763"></span><br /><h3>Samsung i9000 Galaxy S :</h3><p><a href="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/SamsungI9000GalaxyS.png?84cd58"><img style="border-right-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px" title="Samsung-I9000-Galaxy-S" border="0" alt="Samsung-I9000-Galaxy-S" src="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/SamsungI9000GalaxyS_thumb.png?84cd58" width="640" height="472" /></a></p><p>The <strong>Samsung i9000</strong> is the king of this jungle.&#160; This phone roars with the sharpest call quality you’ll find among the Samsung phones.&#160; The keyboard and touch screen are well tuned, and the vibrant colors of this beast reveal the i9000 among the finest Samsung offers.&#160; Kitty does have claws: battery life could be better, and the price tag is high.</p><h3>Samsung Galaxy Indulge :</h3><p><img style="border-right-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px" title="samsung-galaxy-indulge-full" border="0" alt="samsung-galaxy-indulge-full" src="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/samsunggalaxyindulgefull.jpg?84cd58" width="550" height="451" /></p><p>The Samsung Galaxy Indulge leads the Metro PCS pack.&#160; The price is right ($300-400), the quality is good (outstanding phone quality, QWERTY keyboard, and the first Metro PCS phone to feature Android), but the battery life is poor.</p><h3>Samsung Galaxy S II</h3><p><img style="border-right-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px" title="samsung-galaxy-s-II" border="0" alt="samsung-galaxy-s-II" src="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/samsunggalaxysII.jpg?84cd58" width="511" height="399" /></p><p>The <strong>Samsung Galaxy S II</strong> (GT-I9100) is a fine phone with dual core processor. Features an 8 megapixel camera, 4.27-inch WVGA (480 x 800) Super AMOLED Plus touchscreen display, the <strong>Android</strong> (<strong>Gingerbread</strong>) Operating System, and 1080p recording.&#160; But at a counter-price of over $600, this phone may be out of reach for some of our pals on safari.</p><h3>Samsung Galaxy Ace</h3><p><a href="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/samsunggalaxyacegts5830b.jpg?84cd58"><img style="border-right-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px" title="samsung-galaxy-ace-gt-s5830-b" border="0" alt="samsung-galaxy-ace-gt-s5830-b" src="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/samsunggalaxyacegts5830b_thumb.jpg?84cd58" width="471" height="250" /></a></p><p>For adventurous souls seeking a bargain under $300, the <strong>Samsung Galaxy Ace S5830</strong> provides a smaller phone without all the bells and whistles.&#160;&#160; What this model does provide is solid performance at a reasonable price.&#160; The Geo, Fit, and Mini are other Samsung smart phones that offer similar opportunity for a good find at low cost.</p><h3>Samsung Galaxy S 4G</h3><p><img style="border-right-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px" title="samsung-galaxy-S-4g" border="0" alt="samsung-galaxy-S-4g" src="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/samsunggalaxyS4g.jpg?84cd58" width="557" height="400" /></p><p>T-Mobile hunters will be delighted to stalk the <strong>Samsung Galaxy S 4G</strong>.&#160; Released in February, this model prances among the foliage with the fastest download speeds of Samsung smart phones, and is marketed by Samsung as a premier movie-watching device.&#160; This phone includes all the features of phones previously mentioned, with beautiful screen, video, and a powerful battery.</p><p>Whatever your carrier, whatever your service, my hat goes off to the customer who purchases a Samsung smart phone.&#160; You have entered the labyrinthine canopy of the smart phone world, and come out clean, happy, and with an idiotic smile on your face as you browse, talk, and click photos with your outstanding Samsung smart phone.&#160; Congratulations.</p><p style="font-style: italic"><p>Before buying any used smartphone, you will need to know the previous owner. To ensure you don&#8217;t purchase a stolen phone, use the <a href="http://www.findermind.com/tag/best-background-check-services-companies/" target="_blank">best background check service</a> to find out a little more on the previous owner.</p><p><a href="http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/samsung-smartphones-review">Samsung SmartPhones: Review</a> is a post from: <a href="http://www.snakebytez.com">Snakebytez</a></p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/samsung-smartphones-review/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>1</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>5 Best New Technology Gadgets 2011</title><link>http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/5-best-new-technology-gadgets-2011</link> <comments>http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/5-best-new-technology-gadgets-2011#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 24 Oct 2011 10:47:24 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Vikram</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[GADGETS]]></category> <category><![CDATA[iPad 2]]></category> <category><![CDATA[sony]]></category> <category><![CDATA[technology and gadgets]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/5-best-new-technology-gadgets-2011</guid> <description><![CDATA[The technology gadgets are the best and most favorite items of most of the people. Moreover, today’s world has become so very dependent on the gadgets, that it has become all the more important to get the best ones so that you can use those as and when required. In fact, in this year (2011), [...]<p><a href="http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/5-best-new-technology-gadgets-2011">5 Best New Technology Gadgets 2011</a> is a post from: <a href="http://www.snakebytez.com">Snakebytez</a></p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The <a href="http://www.all360.net/technology-gadgets/">technology gadgets</a> are the best and most favorite items of most of the people. Moreover, today’s world has become so very dependent on the gadgets, that it has become all the more important to get the best ones so that you can use those as and when required. In fact, in this year (2011), we have been able to see release or introduction of various kinds of cool <strong>IT gadgets</strong>. In actuality, technology is almost running ahead so fast that almost every day a new gadget idea is getting introduced.</p><p><span id="more-5082"></span><p>Here is the list of 5 best technology gadgets :</p><h3>1. 3Ds by Nintendo</h3><h3><img style="border-right-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px" title="nintendo-3DS" border="0" alt="nintendo-3DS" src="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/nintendo3DS.jpg?84cd58" width="465" height="349" /></h3><p>The <strong>3DS by Nintendo</strong> has actually created a whole new world of gaming possibilities. The 3D display especially of the upper screen produces with the objects of the game world a new kind of feeling that seems like space which extends from the back of the screen. This provides better game experiences for one and all.</p><h3>2. Apple iPad 2</h3><p><a href="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/ipad2.jpg?84cd58"><img style="border-right-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px" title="ipad2" border="0" alt="ipad2" src="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/ipad2_thumb.jpg?84cd58" width="585" height="364" /></a></p><p>The <strong>iPad 2</strong> is supposed to be much more revolutionary than the previous one. It is a new gadget which has a refined structure of an already existent excellent gadget. It has the easy-to-use interface along with the vast catalog of the applications, and also a really good battery life. It is claimed that the iPad 2 has the thinnest and lightest design and the price starts at $499 (16GB) and $629 (16GB GSM). It also has a Dual core A5 chip and 10 hour battery life.</p><h3>3. Blackberry Playbook</h3><p><a href="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/BlackberryPlaybook.jpg?84cd58"><img style="border-right-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px" title="Blackberry-Playbook" border="0" alt="Blackberry-Playbook" src="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/BlackberryPlaybook_thumb.jpg?84cd58" width="640" height="347" /></a></p><p>Though, no more than 7 inches wide, the BlackBerry Playbook in fact promises to provide an experience that is much bigger and limitless. This playbook comes with the Adobe Flash Player 10.1; also has Java and the <strong>Adobe Mobile AIR</strong>. It also has the 3MP HD front camera. It has 1GHz dual-core processor and 1GB RAM. Moreover, the playbook comes with symmetric multi-processing capability, making it easier for you to multi-tusk.</p><h3>4. HTC sensation 4G</h3><p><a href="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/htcsensation.jpg?84cd58"><img style="border-right-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px" title="htc-sensation" border="0" alt="htc-sensation" src="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/htcsensation_thumb.jpg?84cd58" width="619" height="480" /></a>&#160;</p><p>It has an excellent design and provides great user experience. It is also said to offer real solid performance, thereby making the <strong>HTC Sensation 4G</strong> as one of the best Android phones till date. The HTC sensation 4G has a wow-worthy touch screen and you can use the phone to watch movies, capture pictures and upload them fast. You can also shoot full length HD video in the resolution of <strong>1080p</strong> along with full stereo sound.</p><h3>5. Sony 3D Vaio</h3><p><a href="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/vaio3d.jpg?84cd58"><img style="border-right-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px" title="vaio3d" border="0" alt="vaio3d" src="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/vaio3d_thumb.jpg?84cd58" width="500" height="333" /></a></p><p>So as to synchronize with the <strong>BRAVIA</strong> glasses, Sony is planning to launch a 3D laptop computer. This laptop is going to have a 16 inch screen and this gadget can also be used with the PS3. This is best especially for the 3D videos and the games. This laptop is supposed to have 1080p <strong>240fps</strong> display and is supposed to use the same technology as that of the BRAVIA TV. Moreover, just with a single touch you may be able to change over from 3D to 2D and so on so forth.</p><p> So, here are some of the best technology gadget that are not only of good quality and executability, but are also cool to attain.</p><p><a href="http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/5-best-new-technology-gadgets-2011">5 Best New Technology Gadgets 2011</a> is a post from: <a href="http://www.snakebytez.com">Snakebytez</a></p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/5-best-new-technology-gadgets-2011/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>5</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>List of Best iOS 5 features: Lets Drill Down</title><link>http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/top-ios-5-features</link> <comments>http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/top-ios-5-features#comments</comments> <pubDate>Thu, 20 Oct 2011 18:21:02 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Vikram</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[GADGETS]]></category> <category><![CDATA[blackberry]]></category> <category><![CDATA[iOS]]></category> <category><![CDATA[iphone]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/top-ios-5-features</guid> <description><![CDATA[iOS 5 is refreshingly new and outstandingly unique and as expected, it has got some new features to make it look different from its previous versions. Though not all of the features are drastically different, some of them got serious makeover and which is why you have the latest version of iOS in the form [...]<p><a href="http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/top-ios-5-features">List of Best iOS 5 features: Lets Drill Down</a> is a post from: <a href="http://www.snakebytez.com">Snakebytez</a></p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>iOS 5</strong> is refreshingly new and outstandingly unique and as expected, it has got some new features to make it look different from its previous versions. Though not all of the features are drastically different, some of them got serious makeover and which is why you have the latest version of iOS in the form of iOS 5. Most of these changes have been due for long and so a welcome addition to iOS. Let’s check some of the unique features of iOS 5, and you will be in for a surprise.</p><p><span id="more-5034"></span></p><h3>iMessage:</h3><p><img style="display: inline; border-width: 0px;" title="imessage" src="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/imessage.png?84cd58" alt="imessage" width="559" height="480" border="0" /></p><p>(image credit: apple.com)</p><p>This was one important and long awaited feature. <strong>iMessage</strong> is the new built in messenger app can be used only among iOS devices worldwide. This essentially is the Apple’s answer to the <strong>Blackberry Messenger (BBM)</strong>. Unlike Blackberry you don’t need to add contacts by exchanging BB Pin, using the name or number of the recipient (on iOS device) the message you send will automatically be converted to an imessage. Like BBM you can group chat with your buddies and see users type in real time.</p><p>Besides Text messaging you can send images, contact details, videos instantly from any iDevices like iPad, iPhone etc. There are options to track your message thanks to the addition of delivery receipts. And the best part, you can start off the communication from where you have left off.</p><h3>Notification Center:</h3><p><img style="display: inline; border-width: 0px;" title="notification" src="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/notification.png?84cd58" alt="notification" width="640" height="307" border="0" /></p><p>(image credit: apple.com)</p><p>It is annoying to get notification while you are at having some fun with any of the idevices. Now with iOS 5, this nagging feature has got a much-needed makeover. With the new notification center, irritation will take a back seat as notification will only appear at the top of the screen and that too causing much trouble with what you are doing. Notification center will store almost anything from new emails to friend requests, from texts to updates etc in one single place. So, you would not have to open multiple windows to see different notifications, since now you can see them all under one single roof.</p><h3>Newsstand:</h3><p><img style="display: inline; border-width: 0px;" title="newsstand" src="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/newsstand.png?84cd58" alt="newsstand" width="640" height="307" border="0" /></p><p>(image credit: apple.com)</p><p>Reading a perfect treat with iPad, iPhone or almost with all idevices. And it is quite common for users to get subscribed for different magazines and newspapers apps. Previously you need to browse to different apps individually. This was really inconvenient and annoying. But with the new <strong>Newsstand</strong>, you will have all the app subscriptions in one single place. Just go straight to Newsstand folder and there you will find all the newspaper and magazine apps. It also comes equipped with alerts for new issues which is definitely a new addition without a single iota of doubt.</p><h3>Reminders:</h3><p><img style="display: inline; border-width: 0px;" title="reminders" src="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/reminders.png?84cd58" alt="reminders" width="640" height="307" border="0" /></p><p>(image credit: apple.com)</p><p>A cold shudder is sure to go down your spine if you suddenly feel that you have forget your anniversary. Nothing could save you skin but if you are equipped with the news iOS 5, you can find a way out even in this desperate time. Next time whenever you feel that there is something you should not forget unless and until the world comes to an end and with Reminders, you can simplify things a little bit more. However, Reminders is not just about making you aware of the important dates and events, it is more than that. It is location based and that means, you will get location based alerts. And the best part, it works seamlessly with iCloud, Outlook and iCal.</p><h3>Twitter:</h3><p><img style="display: inline; border-width: 0px;" title="twitter" src="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/twitter.png?84cd58" alt="twitter" width="640" height="453" border="0" /></p><p>We all have a thing or two for tweeting and in iOS , tweeting has got a  new dimension. It is fairly easy to tweet from iPad, iPhone or even with iPod touch. You can add location in your tweets and this is extremely easy to tweet while on the move.</p><h3>Camera:</h3><p><img style="display: inline; border-width: 0px;" title="camera" src="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/camera.png?84cd58" alt="camera" width="640" height="392" border="0" /></p><p>(image credit: apple.com)</p><p>In iOS5, camera app can be accessed right from the Lock screen so that means, you will always be ready for those unexpected moments and be ready to capture them into screen. Some of its cool features are single-tap focus, pinch-to-zoom gestures, grid lines etc.</p><h3>Safari:</h3><p><img style="display: inline; border-width: 0px;" title="safari" src="http://cdn.snakebytez.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/safari.png?84cd58" alt="safari" width="640" height="342" border="0" /></p><p>(image credit: apple.com)</p><p>If you hate adds and pop ups while reading an article, iOS 5 has got the perfect solution for you. All you need to do is to use <strong>Safari</strong> Reader and you will have an add-free interface. It is also easy to switch between multiple webpages and you can even keep track of them thanks to its tabbed browsing feature.</p><p><em>Harold Splinter has been writing for </em><a href="http://www.webhostingdeals.org/" target="_blank">WebHostingDeals.org</a><em></em><em> . He is a passionate designer and a reputed blogger.</em></p><p><a href="http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/top-ios-5-features">List of Best iOS 5 features: Lets Drill Down</a> is a post from: <a href="http://www.snakebytez.com">Snakebytez</a></p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.snakebytez.com/gadgets/top-ios-5-features/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>2</slash:comments> </item> </channel> </rss>
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