HTC AND BEATS INTRODUCE NEW HTC SENSATION XE™, THE FIRST PHONE WITH INTEGRATED BEATS AUDIO™

HTC Corporation, a global designer of mobile devices, today unveiled the new HTC Sensation XE – the first in a new line of HTC smartphones to feature Beats Audio technology to deliver studio quality audio. Taking HTC’s flagship handset to a new level of high fidelity audio, the HTC Sensation XE offers consumers the ultimate multimedia experience, setting a new standard for audio quality in the mobile market. In addition, the HTC Sensation XE boosts performance and battery life even further with the addition of a blazing fast 1.5GHz dual core processor and an extended battery that enables you to listen, watch, speak and browse for even longer.

“Audio is a crucial part of any consumer’s mobile experience and we are continually pushing the audio boundaries to encompass not only improved voice but music, movies and games,” said Jason Mackenzie, president of global sales and marketing, HTC Corporation. “The HTC Sensation XE offers a truly incredible experience that demonstrates our commitment to place consumers at the center of their mobile worlds.”

The ultimate audio experience

The HTC Sensation XE is the first handset to offer a Beats Audio experience — a combination of software & hardware that allows you to hear music the way the artist intended. When used with the exclusive Beats by Dr. Dre in-ear headphones, the handset automatically switches to the bespoke Beats by Dr. Dre sound profile, delivering audio tracks tuned specifically for the headphones.

Whether you are using any of the many music services available in the Android market you will notice fuller bass and crisper vocals and a new level of clarity and range offering audio the way the artist intended it to be heard.

Beats Headphones

The HTC Sensation XE also ships with a microSD card (8GB/16GB) allowing you to carry thousands of songs. The exclusive Beats by Dr. Dre in-ear headphones feature a remote control, allowing you to pause, play or skip through tracks and answer/end calls while the phone is in your pocket.

Availability

HTC Sensation XE will be available across EMEA and Asia Pacific from late September.

Come & Visit The London International Technology Show

The London International Technology Show (LITS) is a fantastic new consumer event taking place at London's ExCel centre on the 21st - 23rd October 2011. Be sure to visit, Geekanoids will be roaming the show floor and it would be great to say hello.

LITS is only 6-weeks away and there’s a fantastic buzz building amongst all you tech lovers. With a number of new features, exhibitors and speakers confirmed, the show is looking set to be the technology event of 2011. 

Whether you’re into gaming, over-clocking or just want the opportunity to touch, try and buy the latest technology then you need to be at LITS. At the show you'll be able to get an exclusive preview of Intel’s brand new wonderchip, showcased in one of the most awesome computer chassis ever made. 

Another exclusive is the first demonstration in the UK of Berkeley Biotics’ eLEGS. A wearable exoskeleton robot that will give wheelchair users the chance to stand and walk again. You will not believe your eyes! 

For a touch of nostalgia you’ll be able to play all the retro games in the ‘Penny Arcade’ and see the evolution of Mac in the ‘Mac Hall of Fame’.

The main stage will feature the hottest ‘Android v Apple’ debate, illustrative designer Von Glitschkawill be there to demonstrate how to fully explore your creative powers, iGizmo magazine will be showcasing it’s ‘Top 10 Products’, plus much, much more… 

If that wasn’t enough then you’ll be able to experience the latest products on the market, take advantage of some serious bargains (just in time for Christmas), get advice from the experts from the UK’s leading technology magazines and celebrate all that’s great in technology.

With more and more new features, exhibitors and speakers confirming daily, LITS is looking set to be the technology event of 2011.

Highlights:
• EXCLUSIVE OFFERS - with Christmas around the corner you'll be able to take advantage of some serious offers on the latest kit.

• GAMING ZONE - test your shoot 'em up and driving skills in a huge LAN gaming area, courtesy of Heaven Media.

• ULTIMATE HOME CINEMA - experience the best home entertainment kit on the planet in our purpose built home cinema.

• NEW PRODUCT LAUNCHES - see loads of stuff that's never been seen before…

• STAGE PRESENTATIONS - enjoy heated debates, expert advice and exclusive product demonstrations.

Vodafone Sure Signal Lists iPhone 5

Vodafone made either a typo or leaked some interesting information about the iPhone 5. Their product page for their Sure Signal listed four different iPhone 5 models, including of course white (from launch). You can read the full article which was sourced from Apple Insider here.

Twitter mistake about Steve Jobs death is saddening

It seems like the Twitter universe has gone crazy again, after somebody at CBS tweeted that the ex-CEO of Apple Inc had died.

The channel then apologised for tweeting out news that they had yet to confirm. This is really bad of them and shows how low journalism has changed, with this "Must be first attitude".

Lazar, one of the show’s executive writers tweeted, “On interest of all of us during @disruptgroup we unequivocally apologize for a oversight that was tweeted progressing today.-EP/ Host @WhatsTrending”

I want to go on the record as saying that this type of journalism is irresponsible and very upsetting for many. On a personal note it is Steve who has inspired me to do many things and thus I take it very personally.

It is also tweets like the one shown below that really annoy me, in fact they infuriate me. The likes of Gizmodo do really stupid reporting sometime and should learn to write article that endear themselves to readers, not anger them.

I personally hope the news is not true, but will report in a sensitive way once proper news comes in.

Samsung Galaxy Note - Check this out

Samsung Galaxy Note - Truly Smart [video].

I love the design of the Samsung devices and really hope I can bring you a review of this as soon as it becomes available.



What makes the Samsung Galaxy Note truly smart? Perhaps it's the enormous 5.3" screen and 8mp camera. Or maybe its Super HD Amoled crispness, ensuring you never miss a detail, not even a cats whisker. 

Or maybe it's the minimum scrolling and screen transition, which ensures minimum efficiency when switching between applications. It could also be the 1.4 Ghz Dual Core Processor powering the whole thing. Either way, put all these ingredients together and you have a smartphone like no other - The Samsung Galaxy Note. Truly smart.

Pogoplug Introduces New Hardware - Pogoplug Mobile™

Cloud Engines, Inc., creators of the Pogoplug multi-media streaming service, today unveiled their first mobile-focused hardware product with a sleek new design. Pogoplug Mobile serves as a mobile cloud companion, freeing devices from storage limits by allowing users to stream entire libraries of photos, music and movies from their homes to their mobile phones or tablets. The device also enables users to share unlimited amounts of photos, videos and other content from mobile devices with friends and family—instantly and privately.  

Pogoplug Mobile’s extreme multi-media capabilities are optimized for iOS and Android devices. Pogoplug Mobile offers Android users a unified streaming and sharing service and enables automatic home backup of all photos, movies, music and other documents.  Pogoplug provides iOS users with unlimited, instant streaming of entire media libraries.

“People today have an almost unlimited need to create and consume multimedia content on their mobile devices,” said Daniel Putterman, CEO and Founder of Cloud Engines. “Unfortunately, their devices just can’t keep up; mobile storage remains too expensive.  Pogoplug Mobile solves this problem by providing an incredible streaming and at-home backup solution that turns any mobile device into an limitless media library.”
 
Pogoplug Mobile includes a number of key features:
Stream entire libraries of music, movies and photos to an iPhone, iPad, or Android device
No storage limits  
No need to re-download the same content to multiple devices
Permanent storage and backup of all photos and videos taken using the mobile device
On Android, automatically back up photos and movies from your hand-held device to your Pogoplug Mobile wirelessly. Content trickles back to Pogoplug Mobile in the background with no action required by the user
Pogoplug Mobile device works seamlessly with the Pogoplug desktop software and Pogoplug mobile apps (iPhone, iPad and Android 2.2 and later) 

Pogoplug Mobile provides users with a streamlined interface for viewing and managing content on their device, while maintaining all of the great sharing and data access solutions provided by the original Pogoplug hardware and software solutions. 
Using Pogoplug desktop software, Pogoplug mobile apps, or the browser-based my.pogoplug.com account, users can access and stream files from anywhere in the world, to anyone in the world. All of these features come packaged with Pogoplug Mobile. 
“With iCloud on the horizon, the timing for Pogoplug Mobile couldn’t be better,” continued Putterman. “If you’re an iOS user, Pogoplug Mobile will be a perfect at-home iCloud companion. For Android users, it’s at-home iCloud for Android.”  

Pricing and Availability
Pogoplug Mobile will be available in October 2011 for a suggested retail price of $79.99 USD. Pre-orders are currently being accepted on the Pogoplug website. Pogoplug’s iOS and Android apps are FREE and available for download in the iTunes and Android app stores, respectively.

HTC gives us the Radar

Elegantly crafted with an aluminium unibody, HTC Radar brings you closer to the important things in life, with the new People Hub from Windows Phone. The People Hub keeps you up to date with your friends’ latest news showing all of your communication history with each person, as well as their recent social network updates and photos. You can also stay in touch using SMS, Facebook chat and Windows Live® Messenger in one conversation, without having to switch applications or disrupt the conversation flow. Alternatively, speak “face-to-face” with new video calling that lets you see your friends’ faces on the bright and sharp 3.8 inch screen.

Entertainment on the move

With HTC TITAN and HTC Radar, mobile multimedia is greatly improved. Both phones include HTC WatchTM an application and service that puts an entire library of the latest, premium movies and TV 

HTC unveils the TITAN

With its large and bright 4.7 inch super LCD screen, an 8 megapixel rear-facing camera and 1.3 megapixel front facing camera for live video calling, HTC TITAN combines high performance innovation with a super-slim 9.9mm curved body made from a brushed aluminium shell that fits comfortably in your hand and exudes style and quality.

HTC TITAN is also the perfect portable office that enables efficient multitasking like viewing a presentation while you’re on a conference call or listening to music while compiling an email. With its expansive screen with built in Microsoft® Office Mobile, this super smartphone enables you to create, edit and collaborate quickly and easily. Advanced email features like Linked inboxes makes it easy to manage multiple email accounts, synchronize your to-do list and calendars in one place, group contacts to make communication simpler and faster, and even store your latest ideas and notes in the cloud with Microsoft® OneNote®. Typing on the HTC TITAN is quick and easy with the huge virtual keyboard on the responsive 4.7 inch screen. 

Game Consoles using HDMI cables

Popular video game consoles like the Xbox and Playstation have become instant hits as they provide a much improved video gaming experience than in the past. Graphic technology has improved greatly and gamers are able to play games with realistic graphics that make them feel as though they are part of the game. When purchasing these game systems they must be connected to the television in order for them to work. There are two main options of cables that can accomplish this task. Composite cables or hdmi cables can be used but there are many more advantages to choosing the HDMI cable.

 

The Playstation 3 is one system that can use HDMI connections. This gaming system was created with a built in Blu-Ray player that is able to play 1080p video. This type of video signal can only be handled by HDMI cables. If you use composite cables with this, you will not get the results you seek. Also, the Playstation 3’s images are all created in a digital format. When you use an HDMI cable, there is no need for the signal to be converted prior to transmission. Therefore the signal is not compromised and audio and video quality remains constant. Generally, when purchasing HDMI cables for this particular gaming system, you will want to opt for the high speed cable. The main reason being that high speed cable is more compatible with the PS3 and maintains the high pixel count of the games.

 

HDMI cables can also be used by the Xbox 360. Using an HDMI cable rather than a composite cable is going to give you a much better image. Unlike the PLaystation 3, the Xbox 360 is not able to support that same amount of pixels. Actually only a display of 720p can be seen with the Xbox 360. Therefore when purchasing an HDMI cable for the Xbox 360, a standard HDMI cable will fulfill your purposes. There is no need to buy a high speed HDMI cable. Also remember that both the PS3 and Xbox 360 frequently provide firmware updates. Keeping these current can also help make sure you are getting the most you can from your HDMI cables.

A message from Paul Hunter, Head of HP PSG UK and Ireland

There’s no denying that it’s been a strange week at HP. I’ve spent 16 years with HP in the UK and I certainly can’t remember a time like it. But change happens, and I fundamentally believe that HP and PSG are stronger following the announcements surrounding webOS and PSG.
 
I’d like to firstly clear up any misunderstanding that has arisen from the earnings announcement around the future of the Personal Systems Group. There have been a number of incorrect stories saying that HP is quitting the PC business.
 
Let me be absolutely clear in saying that at no stage has HP said it is quitting the PC business. Three options are being investigated, and whether the company is spun off, sold or kept in the HP portfolio, the team in the UK remains committed to creating and supporting great products and services.
 
I’d also like to reaffirm our commitment to our UK customers regarding both PC products and those that bought webOS devices. HP is the world’s largest PC manufacturer. We are the number one PC manufacturer in UK and Ireland. HP PSG UK is only going in one direction, forwards and that means customers can have confidence that existing HP products will be supported under the terms of their warranties as will any future purchases. Likewise, all webOS products will be supported and HP fully intends to support the future development of the webOS platform, though again how that will be managed is still under discussion.
 
Obviously the announcement has raised a number of questions outside those mentioned above. We are still working through some of these, but I wanted to try and address as many as I could.
 
Regarding PSG activity in the UK, it’s very much business as usual. Actually, it’s more than business as usual. PSG is a $40B annual business. We operate in 170 countries and have more than 180,000 channel partners. Whatever the future strategy, we have a mission and responsibility to all of our employees, customers and partners to continue to deliver fantastic products. To that end, you will see a ramping up of marketing and advertising activity in the UK as we look to raise awareness of our great products ranges like ENVY and TouchSmart for consumer and Elite and ProBooks for business users.
 
Another obvious question is why has HP decided to stop supporting webOS hardware devices. Due to market dynamics, significant competition and a rapidly changing environment, continuing to execute our former device approach was not in the best interest of HP and HP shareholders. HP is fully committed to the ongoing support and service of customers who purchased webOS devices.
 
I know that questions will remain, and I will do my very best to answer these as and when they arise. I apologize that we have been slow to answer some of the questions around webOS. The sheer scale of interest in the discounted products took us a little by surprise. We are now working on ensuring everyone that owns a webOS device has a positive experience.
 
And that is my focus now; to ensure each and every interaction with the PSG UK business, be that from a customer, reseller, partner or journalist is a positive one. These are changing but exciting times. My UK team and I are fully committed to leading this world class business to a new and prosperous future.
 
Very best regards
 
Paul Hunter on behalf of the UK and Ireland PSG management team