Nokia Lumia 520 Review

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If you are a cell phone freak but cautious about money, you can try out Nokia Lumia 520. It is the budget smart phone from Nokia based on Windows Mobile Phone 8 technology.

Nokia Lumia 520

This mobile phone comes with many special and specific features that cannot be downloaded and operated on previous versions. Many manufacturers including Nokia are mass producing Windows Mobile 8 under different brand names.

Nokia Lumia 520 Features

Nokia’s Lumia series is growing with addition of new products like 820 and 920. On whole there are six varieties and amongst them Lumia 520 is the most economical Windows phone.

Irrespective of its low price, Lumia 520 is smart enough to lure you with its rich features like:

  • Exclusive digital lenses
  • Highly sensitive touch screen
  • Mix Radio from Nokia
  • Free maps from HERE
  • Internet browsing and social networking
  • Emailing & Instant Messaging
  • 5.0 mega pixel camera (without flash)

Apart from the above, regular features like the below are available.

  • Calendar
  • Phonebook
  • Calculator
  • Alarm clock
  • Games
  • MS Office
  • Acrobat Reader

Review

Nokia Lumia 520 looks pretty good and viable for those who wish to have affordable smart phones. The star attraction is, of course, its Windows Mobile 8 technology which itself is a market leader.

Lumia 520’s comes with unique feature called Digital Lens allows the users to add motions to images. But the 5.0 mega pixel camera is of little concern when compared to those available in 720, 820 & 920. But experts are of the opinion that Digital Lens technique would allow the users to take panoramic images with this low-resolution camera too.

Its ultra slim structure makes the mobile phone to weight just around 124gms which quite impressive. Lumia 520 comes in five vivid colors i.e. red, black, cyan, yellow and white.

Lumia 520’s 1 GHz dual core processor called as Snapdragon S4, Adreno 305 GPU are fair enough to carry out multitasking at a commendable speed. Its default storage is 8GB which is similar to 720 and supports microSD cards up to 64GB. This is another impressive feature of Lumia 520.

Nokia’s smart apps like Nokia Music, Cinemagraph and Creative Studio are sure shots of entertainment and can pump up user’s creativity.

4” screen is comparatively low in resolution with 480×800. But the clarity is maintained by Nokia’s exclusive technology called ClearBlack technology.

Lumia 520’s standard talk-time capacity is 9.5 hours and standby time is 360 hours. These figures relatively sound good.

Connectivity features of Lumia 520 are fairly impressive. The options are like Bluetooth, WLAN IEEE 802.11 b/g/n, integrated aGPS, micro USB and USB 2.0.

Pricing

In India, Nokia Lumia 520 costs approximately around INR 10,400/- . This price is quite affordable as the buyers would be getting a smart phone supported with Windows Mobile 8 technology that is otherwise on higher side of the value.

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Samsung Galaxy S4 Rumor Roundup

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Samsung is all set to unveil the next Galaxy S phone this Thursday in New York City and we are here with all the latest rumors to give you an idea of what to expect this Wednesday. The Galaxy S4 is considered as one of the most anticipated gadgets of this year so tons of rumors are piling up before the launch event. The next Galaxy S phone is expected to come up with some great feature that will not only top its current Galaxy S phone but will also be ready to compete with the next iPhone and other Android phones.

Samsung Galaxy S4 Design

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We’ve seen plenty of leaked images and rumors so far about the design of Galaxy S4 and if these rumors are real, we can expect to see a slightly changed version of the Galaxy S3 apart from the larger screen. It will be made out of plastic and the sides of the device will be made from aluminium. We were expecting to see better material in its flagship devices but the company has done a good job so far with cheap plastic. If the leaked images are real, we can expect to see thinner bezel than we saw on the last Galaxy S device and attractive aluminium trim.

Samsung Galaxy S4 Specs

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The next Galaxy S phone is rumored to feature a big 4.99-inch screen like its Note cousins and a full HD display with 1920×1080 resolution. Such a big display would come with an amazing pixel density of around 441PPI which is more than the resolution of Apple’s Retina display technology and Corning Gorilla Glass 3. Apple is also planning to offer a 5-inch screen in their next iPhone but we are not sure if this will be featured in the iPhone 5S or iPhone 6.

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The Galaxy S4 will be packed with Quad-core 1.8GHz Cortex-A15 & Quad-core 1.2GHz Cortex-A7 processor (quad-coreprocessor in the U.S. version and eight-cores processor in the international version), Exynos 5 Octa 5410 chipset, a whopping 13-megapixel camera with 1080p video capturing feature, 2.1-megapixel front camera with 1080p video capturing feature, Android Jelly Bean 4.2 OS and 2600 mAh battery. We are expecting to see a smarter camera and a more powerful processor in the next iPhone but we are not sure if it will be the same 8-megapixel camera with new technology or a camera with more megapixels.

Innovations to Look for

Samsung’s next big thing will feature an eye-tracking technology that will let you change pages by tracking your eyes. When your eyes will reach the bottom of a page, the smartphone will automatically go to the next page or show the next paragraph. It is also expected to feature wireless charging technology, a Passbook like app we saw in iOS for payment and touchless gestures for different actions.

That’s what we have learned about the next big thing from Samsung so far. We don’t know when it will go on sale but the launch event is on March 14 so we don’t have to wait for too long to find out.

5 best tablets under $200

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Tablets are getting very popular nowadays and are working as an alternative to notebook and laptop for full web browsing experience, watching movies and playing games. It is easy to find good and budget friendly tablets now and here we are going to talk about 5 great tablets that are available for under $200.

Google Nexus 7

5 tablets under $200

Nexus 7 is the perfect $200 7-inch tablet with almost everything you expect to see in your tablet. The tablet comes with Tegra 3 quad-core processor, 1GB of RAM, 16GB or 32GB internal storage, 4,325 mAh battery and Android 4.2 Jelly Bean operating system for buttery smooth performance. This thin, light and portable tablet is good enough for playing all the games available for Android tablets, watching movies and to enjoy full web browsing experience. This great budget tablet supports 8 hours of HD video playback, 10 hours of web browsing or e-reading and 300 hours standby time. If you are interested to buy the 3G version, you have to pay an extra $99.

Amazon Kindle Fire HD

Amazon Kindle Fire HD

is another 7-inch budget friendly tablet that comes with attractive HD display, Dolby audio with dual-driver stereo speakers and ultra-fast Wi-Fi. The second generation of Amazon’s Kindle Fire offers 7-inch HD LCD display, Dual-core 1.2GHz OMAP 4460 processor, optional 16 GB or 32GB storage on device and battery offers 11 hours of continuous use.

It’s great for watching movies, reading and surfing the web. However, if you want to enjoy big games like The Bard’s Tale and Shadowgun THD smoothly in your Android tablet, you should go for a Tegra 3 tablet.

Barnes & Noble Nook HD

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Nook HD is a good $200 from Barnes & Noble that offers brilliant HD display and extra-long battery life that supports up to 10.5 hours of reading and up to 9 hours of video. The 7-inch screen supports HD 1440×900 display which is bigger than Kindle Fire HD, 1.3Ghz dual-core processor (more powerful than Kindle Fire HD), Wi-Fi, 4,050 mAh Li-on battery and optional 8GB storage. However, it’s a tablet under $200 that supports expanding storage using Micro SD card slot.

This budget friendly tablet runs Android Ice Cream Sandwich but it’s heavily customized.  Moreover, you won’t find any Google apps inside the tablet and it struggles when playing heavy games or apps. Nook HD is not the best tablet available under $200 but you are going to love it if you love Barnes & Noble products.

Acer Iconia Tab A100

5 tablets under $200

Acer Iconia Tab A100 is an old 7-inch tablet that offers HDMI-out and expandable memory option like Nook HD. This tablet offers a full Android Ice Cream Sandwich experience and also features NVidia Tegra 2 processor, 1GB of RAM, 5-megapixel camera and Wi-Fi. The tablet comes with Honeycomb out-of-the-box but is upgradable to Ice Cream Sandwich.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0

5 tablets under $200

If you are a Samsung fan, you can try the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0. The tablet offers a nice Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich experience, dual cameras, PLS LCD capacitive touchscreen, Dual-core 1GHz processor and Jelly Bean operating system. It’s better than the Kindle Fire HD if you want the extra features like microphone, Bluetooth and expandable storage. It was available for $250 earlier but now it’s available for $200 in some places.

Month Recap: Gadgets Launched In February

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Before we start looking at the next month’s big tech events, let’s take a look at this month’s big and popular tech news. It was certainly a big month for us tech geeks as we saw some great gadgets like Galaxy Note 8, Asus FonePad, HTC One and PlayStation 4.

PS4 Unveiled

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Sony officially unveiled the PlayStation 4 this month at its NYC event after months of rumors. The company announced the hardware specs of the next generation PlayStation and also showed the DualShock Controller 4 with some amazing features. The new PS4 comes with an 8-core 64-bit x86 AMD CPU, 8GB GDDR5 RAM, enhanced Radeon GPU and 6x Blu-ray drive.

We don’t have any specific release date yet but you can expect to get the PS4 in the Holidays 2013.

Galaxy Note 8

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Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy Note 8 at the 2013 Mobile World Congress after lots of rumors and leaked pictures. It’s a tablet version of the company’s successful Note and Note II and is ready to compete with iPad Mini with its 8-inch display. The company didn’t reveal the tablet’s specs yet but it features 8-inch 1280×800 screen, 2GB RAM, 5MP rear camera and 1.3MP front camera. Another notable feature of this device is its S-Pen like other Note devices.

The company is yet to announce its availability and pricing details but you can expect to see an initial Q2 release in Asia and Europe only.

iPhone 5 leaked

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A Chinese website has posted some leaked photos of the rumored iPhone 5S recently and they believe it’s a pre-production version of the next iPhone. Apple failed to protect it’s secret last time before the announcement of iPhone 5 so there is a fifty-fifty chance that these rumors are true. According to the rumors, we can expect to see the same taller screen, an improved camera with powerful LED flash, fingerprint sensor, full-HD display and color options like the latest iPod Touch.

Apple refused to comment on these rumors as usual so we have to wait for an official announcement to confirm these rumors.

Asus FonePad

Assus Fonepad ImageAsus announced FonePad, a Nexus 7 like tablet with 3G mobile data and voice-calling feature at the Mobile World Congress this month. The new device looks like a combo of Asus’ docking PadFone mobile and the popular Nexus 7.

The FonePad features 7-inch IPS screen with 1280×800 display, Android 4.1 OS, Intel Atom Z2420 processor, 1GB of RAM, optional 8GB or 16GB internal memory, 3-megapixel rear camera, 1.2 megapixel front camera, voice calling feature and full 3G telephony support. The company is planning to release the FonePad between April and June in the U.K. and in Asia at the end of the June for $249.

HTC One

HTC One

HTC recently unveiled the HTC One at an event earlier this month and called the new flagship smartphone a “game-changer” because of its “innovative features”. The company usually releases several phones using the same name but they decided to drop X or S from this device. The Taipei City-based company also decided to make this device their sole flagship smartphone for this year.

The HTC One features a 4.7-inch full 1080p HD Display with 468ppi, 1.7GHz quad-core Qualcomm processor, 2GB of RAM, Android 4.1 Jelly Bean OS and a 2,300mAh battery. The flagship device will be available on Sprint, T-Mobile and AT&T in the US next month and is now available for pre-order.

Chromebook Pixel

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Google unveiled its premium notebook, at a San Francisco press event this month. The Chromebook features a 12.85’’ inch screen with 2560×1700 resolution and it’s also a touchscreen which is introduced in a Chromebook for the first time.

The Chromebook also features a 1.8GHz Dual –core Intel i5 processor, integrated HD 4000 graphics, 4GB of RAM and Chrome OS. But it’s not these features that attracted tech geeks, it’s the price, $1299 for the 32GB of flash storage and Wi-Fi version and $1449 for Wi-Fi, LTE broadband and 64GB of storage. It’s too much for a Chrome OS based device which is only good for using web-based apps and internet browsing.

ZTE Grand Memo

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ZTE has announced the Grand Memo, a phablet with 5.7-inch screen at its MWC 2013 event this month. The flagship device features a big 5.7-inch screen with 720p resolution, 13-megapixel camera, 1.5GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor, customized Android 4.1.2 and 3200mAh battery.

Looks like ZTE is trying to push the boundaries of phablet and is trying to grab some attention in the phablet arena. The smartphone will be launched in China soon and then in Europe.

Sony Officially Unveils The PS4 Specs: x86 AMD CPU, Enhanced Gaming GPU

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Sony didn’t unveil the actual console at Sony’s two-hour long press event yesterday but we do know what we can expect inside it. The company revealed the hardware specs of the PlayStation 4 and also showed the new DualShock Controller saying that we can expect to see the PS4 in market in the 2013 holiday season.

PS4 images

PS4 Specs

The hardware specs of the PlayStation 4 includes an 8-core 64-bit x86 AMD CPU titled as “Jaguar”, 8GB GDDR5 RAM, 6x Blu-ray drive and an enhanced Radeon GPU that promises to give gamers “the kind of multi-dimensional experiences they expect and observe.” It will also feature 802.11n Wi-Fi, HDMI, USB 3.0, Bluetooth 2.1 and an analog AV out.

“PlayStation 4 will unleash imaginations to create next-gen experiences that surpass gamers’ wildest expectations, while also allowing developers to explore other business models,”  that’s what Andrew House, the president and group CEO of Sony Computer Entertainment said at the launch event.

If you wonder what kind of graphics this machine can run, take a look at this video:

DualShock 4

The new PS4 will also come with a nicely revamped controller that features a touchpad, headphone jack, share button and a lightbar for identification of players. Mark Cerny, PS4’s architect believes the new DualShock Controller 4 now comes with an improved joystick and trigger button that can provide “much tighter sense of control over in-game actions.” There is also a stereo camera that can sense the depth of visible objects.

Sony PS 4 DualShock 4

New PS4 Interface

Sony also unveiled a new interface and introduced PlayStation app for iOS and Android. The new interface will try to keep you “seamlessly interconnected” with social life and all your PS4 conversations will be carried “far beyond the living room,” using different apps and web platforms. Cerny said that the new interface is designed to “keep in touch with the evolving world of your game regardless of your location”. He also discussed about using real names on the new interface. Users will be able to use aliases when they want anonymity but most of the interactions in this new console will be done using profile pictures and real names.

Sony PS 4 Social

Upcoming Games for the PS4

Sony announced some upcoming games for the PS4 including InFAMOUS: Second Son from Sucker Punch, Killzone: Shadow Fall from Guerrilla Games and Deep Down from Capcom. The developers behind the Braid puzzle game also showed The Witness at the event and Square Enix is also thinking about bringing a PS4 compatible Final Fantasy game soon. Meanwhile you can see the demo of the gameplay in this video:

The company didn’t unveil any specific release date in the event but they announced at the end of the event that the PS4 will be available in the Holidays 2013.

5 Tablets to Look for in 2013

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We saw some surprising tablets last year including the Nexus lineup (Nexus 7, Nexus 10) and the Asus Transformer Pad. We are expecting to see some magical tablets this year too so let’s take a look at the 5 tablets we should look out for this year.

Samsung Galaxy Note 8

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We saw some leaked photos of the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 recently via SamMobile and according to inews24.com, JK Shin, Samsung’s mobile chief has confirmed that the new Galaxy device will be unveiled at the Mobile World Congress next month. JK Shin didn’t confirm the rumored specs, but we can expect to see 8-inch 1280×800 display, 5 megapixel back camera, 1.3 megapixel front camera, 1.6 Quad-core processor, 2GB of RAM, 16/32GB optional storage and the Note lineup special, S-Pen.

The new Galaxy Note device will feature Jelly Bean 4.2 out-of-the-box and 4600mAh battery. We don’t know if the leaked image is real or not but we can expect to see the real device next month.

Sony Xperia Tablet Z

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Sony announced the 10.1-inch Xperia Tablet Z recently after unveiling its smartphone cousin at the CES. It’s the thinnest and lightest 10.1-inch tablet with attractive features like 1.5GHz quad-core Snapdragon chip, 1080p screen with Sony’s Mobile Bravia Engine, 2GB of RAM, 32GB of internal storage, 6,000mAh battery and NFC and LTE support.

Like its smartphone cousin, this tablet also features 8.1-megapixel camera with Sony’s latest Exmor R technology for amazing pictures. You will find Android 4.1 Jelly Bean out-of-the-box and it will be available in two different colors, black and white. We don’t know anything about its availability or price.

Razer Edge

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The Razer Edge is a 10.1-inch Windows 8 based gaming tablet from Razer. We recently saw this PC gaming tablet in CES with the Gamepad Controller dock. The Razer Edge Pro gaming tablet comes with an Nvidia mobile graphics card for smooth gaming, Core i7 processor, 8GB of RAM and optional 128GB or 256GB SSD. There is another version with Core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and 64GB SSD. You can buy the pro version for $1,299 and the simple Razer Edge for $999.

If you are a hardcore gamer, you can buy the gamepad controller dock for $249.99 and the keyboard dock with illuminated keys for $199.

Vizio 10-inch Tablet

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Vizio’s 10-inch tablet is another amazing tablet we saw in CES this year. The tablet features 2560×1600 display in its 10.1-inch screen, Android 4.2 Jelly Bean, 32GB of Storage, Bluetooth 4.0, Wi-Fi and front and rear cameras. But the most attractive feature of this Vizio tablet is Nvidia’s latest Tegra 4 processor for pushing the extra pixels.

We don’t know when this device is coming or its pricing details yet.

Google Nexus 7.7

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LG is currently working on two Nexus devices and the rumored Nexus 7.7 tablet is expected to be one of them.

The tablet is expected to feature a 7.7-inch display like it’s title suggests with 1920×1200 resolution, Tegra 4 processor, 2GB of RAM, 720p HD front and rear camera and optional 8/16GB of Storage. Moreover, the tablet is expected to feature Android’s upcoming OS, Key Lime Pie. We don’t have any solid information yet so we have to depend on these rumors for now before any official announcement.

Sony Announces Xperia Tablet Z: A 10.1 Inch Waterproof Ultra Thin Tablet

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Sony announced the Xperia Z smartphone at the CES recently and now its cousin, the Xperia Tablet Z has been officially announced today. The company is not very influential in the tablet market but looks like they are ready to compete with iPad with its new 10.1-inch waterproof tablet. Sony and NTT Docomo (Japanese carrier) was planning to announce the tablet on January 22 but Docomo accidentally leaked the tablet details on its website and Blog of Mobile, a popular Japanese gadget site reported the leak instantly.

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Thinner than the iPad Mini

Just like its smartphone cousin, the Xperia Tablet Z is waterproof and can stay alive under 3 feet of liquid. The tablet comes with a stunning 6.9mm thickness which is thinner than the latest iPad Mini (7.2mm thick). Sony’s Xperia S tablet was also a good looking tablet but its price tag failed to compete with the cheaper alternatives.

Specs

The specs of the tablet are also as amazing as the outside of the device. The tablet features a 1080p screen, a Qualcomm 1.5GHz quad-core Snapdragon chip, 32GB of internal storage, 2GB of RAM, NFC and LTE support. The big 1080p screen comes with Sony’s Mobile Bravia Engine for adding attractive vibrancy and color depth to screen. Like its smartphone cousin, the tablet features an 8.1-megapixel camera with Exmor R technology.

The tablet will feature Android 4.1 Jelly Bean out-of-the-box and with two color options, black and white. It’s really amazing how this tablet is waterproof, features 8.1-megapixel camera with the Exmor R technology, quad-core chip and 2GB of RAM and is still only 6.9mm thick. It’s the thinnest tablet available so far and is both dust and water-proof. This super thick tablet also features S-Force virtual surround sound system. The tablet comes with 6,000mAh battery and weighs only 495 grams which makes this tablet the lightest 10-inch tablet at the moment.

Summary of Features:

  • 1.5GHz quad-core processor
  • 1080p HD 10.1-inch display
  • OS: Android 4.1
  • 8.1MP main camera
  • 2GB RAM
  • Water and dust resistant
  • 32GB internal storage with microSD expansion option
  • Weighs 495 grams and 6.9mm thin
  • LTE and NFC Support
  • S-Force Front Surround 3D technology

Availability

 We still don’t know when this tablet will be available worldwide or about its price tag but we are expecting to see this lightest and thinnest 10-inch tablet in Japanese market next week. We’ll let you know once we get to know more about its availability and pricing details.

Best Projects of CES 2013

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Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is considered as one of the best tech event of the year and it’s time to look at the best projects of this year after passing an incredible week.

Razer Edge

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Razer announced Project Fiona (PC gaming tablet) back in CES 2012. This year, the company showed an almost complete version of that idea, the Razer Edge Pro gaming system. It’s a Windows 8 based gaming tablet with 10.1-inch screen that offers an Nvidia mobile graphics card and an Intel processor depending on the model you purchase. If you want the Edge, you will get a Core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM, Nvidia GT640M LE GPU and 64GB SSD. The Edge Pro offers Core i7 processor, 8GB of RAM and optional 128GB or 256GB SSD. To completely enjoy this gaming tablet, you have to spend an extra $249.99 to buy the Gamepad Controller. You can also buy the keyboard dock with illuminated keys for $199 and a docking station for $69 to extend its battery life.

Razer is planning to release the Razer Edge in the first quarter of this year for $999 and the Edge Pro for $1,299.

Project Shield

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No, you are not looking at a smartphone attached to a game controller. Its Nvidia’s new Android gaming handheld called Project Shield. Android gaming devices are nothing new nowadays but this one offers something special: users can also play PC games in this Android based gaming console. The device features Nvidia’s latest Tegra 4 chip to make sure users enjoy smooth gaming performance. You can access to your PC games via your home wireless network and then Tegra 4 will decode the high quality video and let you play your PC games smoothly. Moreover, you can use this gaming device just like any other Android smartphone or tablet for watching videos, enjoying music or browsing internet.

We don’t know much about the price yet but the device will be available in the second quarter of this year.

Tactus Morphing Touchscreen

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If you are one of those touchscreen users who miss the feeling of a real keyboard, here is a good news for you! Tactus Technology displayed its morphing touchscreen technology that can actually turn a touch screen into a morphing physical keyboard. The company showed an early prototype of this technology back in June last year but now the company is ready with a 7-inch tablet fully-integrated with Tactus tactile touchscreen technology. Physical keys will rise up from the screen on demand and then disappear when it’s not required. However, users will be able to sense touch but not the sense of being pressed.

The project is still in prototype phase and the company is hoping to release the technology later this year.

HAPILABS HAPIfork

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HAPILABS unveiled HAPIfork, the world’s first smart fork that can help you to bring a change in your eating behavior. This smartfork can monitor your eating habit and alert you if you are eating too fast. You can keep records of your eating behavior using the HAPILABS mobile app and then access the data from different devices.

The smart forks and spoons are expected to be available in April and will cost about $99 each.

Oculus Rift

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Oculus Rift is another cool gaming gadget that offers a new way to enjoy video games. This virtual reality headset is very light and can make users feel like they are in a different world or in an alternate reality. It’s still a work in progress and now the company is selling it as a part of a developer kit for $300.

Samsung T9000

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Samsung unveiled a 32-cubic-feet Four-door refrigerator titled as “the home entertainer’s ultimate refrigerator”. Why are we talking about a refrigerator here? Because this refrigerator comes with a big LCD display and Android OS. Now you can enjoy social networking, playing games and Evernote integration right in your refrigerator. The company didn’t reveal its price and launch date yet.

Cookoo Watch

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We’ve seen smart watches before but Cookoo is slightly different. This smart watch can receive signals via Bluetooth from your cell phone and alert you for calls, calendar reminders, low battery and Facebook notifications. The phone runs for a year using a standard button-cell battery unlike other smart watches.

You can order this watch from Cookoo’s website for $130 or grab one from AT&T’s flagship store in Chicago. However, if you want to talk or check Facebook updates directly using your watches, this one is not for you.

What Gadgets to Get Your Special Someone on Valentine’s Day

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Valentine Heart Electronic FunnyAs Valentine’s Day nears, couples are starting to browse through aisles and online sites in search of the perfect gift to present to their loved one. For the tech savvy at heart, there are a handful of gadgets that can bring joy during this special occasion. It is safe to say that gadgets have become an integral part of our lives. One way or another, people use some sort of technology on a day-to-day basis, whether they’re texting, emailing, browsing, watching movies, listening to songs, and further on. But with Valentine’s Day only transpiring once every year, it becomes even more important to make sure you get the perfect gift for someone really close to your heart.

For shoppers who remain clueless as to what the best technology-themed gift to get, below are some ideas to consider.

All in One PC

If your recipient is really close to you, such as your sibling, parent, son, or best friend, and you have a good budget to shell out, an all in one PC is a great option to purchase as a gift for Valentine’s Day. All in one PCs can be used for all sorts of applications, from downloading content, listening to music, streaming videos, playing online games, etc. It can also help the recipient for work- or school-related activities. When choosing this idea, make sure you are vigilant on the specifications of the computer you purchase. Assess important factors including memory, storage, processing power, screen size, graphics, and connectivity.

Valentines Day I Love You

Gaming Console

Help your special someone blow off steam after a hard day’s work by shooting some bad guys or taking an exciting adventure across the galaxy. A video game system is a perfect gift for your lover on Valentine’s Day if he/she has a thing for gaming. There are all sorts of gaming consoles available on the market. Make sure the games you choose fit the preferences of your recipient. Apart from gaming, you can also use these gadgets with a TV service carrier to stream videos and navigate through hundreds of channels for quality movie nights.

Phone Accessories

Never underestimate the power of accessories as gifts for gadget lovers. Your lover or best friend may be in need of a new pair of headphones or a screen protector that they can’t buy themselves. Phone accessories are a great idea for people who are shopping on a tight budget, but has his/her options narrowed down to the normally pricey gadget market. If your recipient doesn’t need any hardware accessories for his/her phone or tablet, you can always buy them apps from the online market.

Mobile Phone

Staying connected with peers is an important part of everyday life. Without a mobile phone, your special someone won’t be able to contact a friend or family member during urgent times. Make sure they get to make that important call with a brand new mobile phone. This is, however, an option open to loosely budgeted shoppers who are willing to pay good money for their Valentine’s Day gift.

Camera

Cameras and camcorders are great gift ideas if your special someone loves taking photographs or recording videos. Perhaps your recipient dreams of becoming a filmmaker or professional photographer someday? Surprise him/her with a camera on Valentine’s Day and you’ll surely be the first subject behind the frame.

Overall, keep in mind that Valentine’s Day isn’t about how extravagant your gifts are. Though it sounds cliche, you should always aim for the thought. Your efforts are what counts. A simple mix tape may be more valuable than a pricey brand new laptop or phone.

About the Author: Brian Jensen works with Dell. In his spare time he enjoys traveling, cooking and spending time with his family. He has a passion for learning and writing about all things technology.