It looks like the Motorola "Dinara" which we told you about a few hours ago won't be the only star in Motorola's lineup this summer. The LTE flavored Motorola Droid RAZR HD for Verizon Wireless has emerged in a couple of shots. When it hits the shelves in the coming months, the Android smartphone is bound to be one of the best heeled devices on the US market.
The rumored specs of the smartphone include a Snapdragon S4 chipset with two 1.5GHz CPU cores, 13MP camera, HD screen, which will include Android navigation buttons, and, very importantly, a 3300mAh battery like the one found in our reigning battery test champion - the Motorola Droid RAZR MAXX. Also, as you can see in the photos above, the back of the device has gone for the full kevlar treatment - there will be no plastic rim around it. The HDMI and microUSB ports will be located on the bottom side of the handset.
There is no firm info on the release date of this beast. A late summer timeframe however, is floating around. Naturally, we'll keep you posted.
Samsung Galaxy S3 blue 16GB version out today on Vodafone - Crave
Vodafone has managed to get hold of the elusive pebble blue Samsung Galaxy S3, sending the ocean-hued blower out to customers who pre-ordered the phone today.
A Vodafone quote spotted by Eurodroid that originated on the network's forum relays the jolly news, which I've since confirmed with Vodafone. The network says, "Pre-orders for white 16GB and 32GB and blue 16GB S3 handsets are either delivered or being delivered to customers from today."
Unfortunately there's no word on when the blue 32GB blue version -- which is exclusive to Vodafone -- is going to be ready. Vodafone says it's "working with Samsung to secure stock of the blue 32GB as soon as possible for pre-order customers".
By the sounds of it, if you didn't pre-order your blue Galaxy S3, you might have longer to wait. This is good news for those who did throw down their cash early, however.
The launch of Samsung's hotly anticipated 4.8-inch mobile has been marred by news that there's a shortage of blue models in the UK, thanks to severe manufacturing problems.
An insider told CNET UK that less than 5 per cent of total Galaxy S3 stock arriving for sale would be the blue option. Samsung later confirmed that the blue version would be delayed by 2-3 weeks.
It looks like the wait may be over for Vodafone customers, however. If you're on Vodafone and pre-ordered the blue Galaxy S3 before the date stated above, let me know if it's arrived yet in the comments, or on our Facebook wall.
Early indicators point to the Galaxy S3 being another success for Samsung, following on from the hugely popular Galaxy S2. Carphone Warehouse pegged the Android-powered phone as the fastest selling pre-order phone so far this year.
Motorola Atrix 3 aka Dinara getting ready for AT&T - Phones Review
Various handset manufacturers are constantly working on new hardware to tempt consumers to part with their cash, as soon as one new smartphone is released its not long before the next device is being leaked, and today we have news of the Motorola Atrix 3 aka Dinara is seemingly getting ready for AT&T.
As an article on The Verge is reporting it seems like Motorola’s next flagship smartphone for AT&T has been leaked. There has been rumours of a handset going under the codename of Dinara since the summer of last year, and a device going under the same name was launched in China late last year and was rumoured to be coming to AT&T ever since.
From the image that has been leaked it shows a display of either a 4.3 or 4.5-inches, and 720p HD running Android Ice Cream Sandwich and it seems the device is the natural successor to the Motorola Atrix 2. It also has on screen navigation keys so no hardware or capacitive buttons.
Going on previous leaks about the device the handset could come with the same 1.5 GHz Qualcomm S4 dual core processor that is also found in the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S3 for the US, and the HTC One S. It has been suggested before that the rear camera could feature a thirteen megapixel sensor, and a two megapixel on the front for video calling.
While it can’t be guaranteed that the device in question will definitely be called the Motorola Atrix 3, looking at the image it shows the weather for Chicago and a July 26th date, so whether this is a little tease for when the device will be launching remains to be seen. We will hopefully hear more as we get further into summer and maybe some official confirmation may be provided.
Samsung sues Australia's patent commissioner over Apple row - BBC News
Samsung is suing the Australian patent commissioner in the latest twist in its intellectual property clash with Apple.
The South Korean firm is seeking to invalidate four patents which Apple claimed had been infringed by Samsung's Galaxy Tab 10.1 tablet computer.
Samsung alleges that the patents should never have been granted as they duplicated earlier intellectual property filings.
A judge will hold a hearing into the matter on 25 June.
Samsung made the claim in May, but the details only emerged after a report by ITnews.
Secure vs innovationThe Australian news site said the four patents involved slide-to-unlock, photo management, scaling and rotation features found on the iPhone and iPad.
Australia has two types of patents: standard and innovation. The standard-type is tougher to secure, and offers 20 years of protection. It is designed to cover ideas that require longer development and will be on the market for a prolonged time.
The innovation-type is easier and quicker to obtain, but only offers eight years of protection. It is designed for products that are only small advances over existing technology and may have a short commercial life.
Australian rules say innovation patents can only be converted to standard patents in the period before they have been accepted.
Samsung claims the commissioner was at fault because he granted Apple's inventions standard patents after they had already secured innovation ones.
If the Asian firm prevails, it will undermine part of its American competitor's efforts to ban its tablet.
"Although the lawsuit is directed against the commissioner, Samsung's ire is really directed against Apple," said Andrew Alton, a patent lawyer at Urquhart-Dykes & Lord.
"It just shows these tech companies are using every single mechanism available in their fight against each other."
Apple has already managed to force its rival's tablet off Australia's shop shelves once last year, although the move was later overruled.
A full hearing into Apple's case versus Samsung is scheduled to run between July and October.
Apple may seek US ban of Samsung Galaxy - Calgary Herald
An Apple Inc lawyer said the iPhone and iPad maker may seek a legal order stopping the launch of Samsung Electronics Co Ltd's Galaxy S III phone in the United States later this month.
At a hearing on Thursday in a San Jose, California federal court, Apple attorney Josh Krevitt said the company could file for a temporary restraining order against Samsung as early as Friday.
"Once sales are made, the harm is irreparable," Krevitt said.
However, U.S. District Judge Lucy Koh said she has many other cases. If Apple decides to seek a restraining order, it would likely delay a July trial date over different Samsung phones, as well as the Galaxy Tab 10.1.
"I cannot be an Apple v. Samsung judge," Koh said.
Apple sued Samsung for patent infringement last year, accusing the South Korean electronics maker of "slavishly" copying the iPhone and iPad. Samsung denies the claims and countersued.
Apple's comments on Thursday came a day after Samsung Electronics, the world's largest smartphone vendor, expanded its CEO's role to include oversight of corporate strategy across the entire Samsung Group - a conglomerate of more than 80 companies.
Choi Gee-sung, 61, spearheaded Samsung's ascension to smartphone and TV leadership and his elevation signals that the storied South Korean conglomerate is grooming its next leader.
Apple filed papers this week seeking to ban Samsung's new Galaxy S III, along with the Galaxy Nexus. Samsung has already booked over 9 million preorders of the Galaxy S III, which is set to be sold by carriers in the United States on June 21, Apple said in its court filing.
Samsung, however, argued that Apple should not be allowed to seek such a fast injunction against the Galaxy S III.
Samsung attorney William Price also said the technology covered by Apple's patents - such as auto-correcting typed text - are not responsible for sales of Galaxy phones.
"There is no advertising or marketing on these features at all" by Apple, Price said.
Samsung's Galaxy products run on the Android operating system, developed by Google. In addition to Samsung's legal team, several Google attorneys attended the hearing before Koh on Thursday.
Apple has also accused Google's Motorola Mobility unit of infringing its iPhone patents. However, a Chicago-based federal judge on Thursday tentatively scrapped a trial between those two that had been scheduled to begin next week.
Samsung investing £1.2 billion in processors for smartphones - CIO UK
Samsung is investing 2.25 trillion Korean won (£1.2 billion) to expand its mobile processor manufacturing capabilities.
The company announced this morning the money will mainly go towards producing advanced mobile application processors on 300mm wafers using 20nm and 14nm production processes. The expansion will break ground in Hwaseong, South Korea this month and be completed by the end of 2013, if everything goes according to plan, Samsung said.
Moving to 20nm and 14nm processes will likely result in a big performance jump for Samsung, as transistors become smaller and less power-hungry. Samsung's Exynos 4 Quad processor, used in its Galaxy S III smartphone, is built using a 32nm process.
Also, earlier this week ARM said that 20nm processors could appear in smartphones and tablets by the end of 2013. Samsung's processors are based on ARM technology.
Samsung is stepping up its chipset push in both technology and manufacturing.
Besides the investment at Hwaseong, the company is also planning to build a new NAND Flash plant in Xi'an, China. Last week, Samsung also acquired Nanoradio, a Swedish company that develops energy-efficient chipsets for Wi-Fi.
The overall market for mobile processors - used in e-readers, handheld game consoles, mobile PCs, portable media players, smartphones and tablets - will reach 1.9 billion units annually by 2016, growing by an average of 22% per year, according to market research company In-Stat.
Smartphones and tablets represent the greatest opportunity for growth with a combined 75% growth in 2011 and an annual growth of about 29% through 2016, it said.
The overall market value for smartphone and tablet semiconductor chips is forecast to be $59.4 billion by 2016, compared to $23.4 billion in 2011, according to market research company Gartner.
Motorola Solutions TALKABOUT® MS350R/MS355R Consumer Radios -- the Perfect Father's Day Gift for Adventurous Dads - Yahoo Finance
SCHAUMBURG, Ill., June 8, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- This Father's Day, Motorola Solutions, Inc. (MSI) offers the perfect gift for every dad – a reliable multi-purpose communication device to keep him in touch with those that matter most in many remote settings and many times even when you are out of cell phone range. Whether dad is an avid outdoor sports enthusiast or a weekend playground warrior, the Motorola Talkabout® MS350R and MS355R consumer two-way radios combine high-performance two-way communications with rugged waterproof housing and convenient emergency preparedness features.
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Robust & Reliable Communications for Every Water Adventure
The Motorola Talkabout MS series two-way radios are completely waterproof and float, so they are perfect to take along on summer water adventures. The radios feature an hourglass waterproof design with rugged side grips, ideal for dad to pack on weekend paddling expeditions and even extended hunting expeditions in the rain. The radios meet IP-67 standards, withstanding submersion of up to one meter for 30 minutes. So, dad doesn't have to worry if he accidentally drops the radios into a stream when fly-fishing with his buddies. Or, if the family gets caught in a sudden rain shower while camping, the radios are engineered to withstand some of the harshest weather conditions and maintain dependable communications. The IP-67 standards also mean the radios are dust tight, so they're perfect to take along on summer beach outings without worry that the sand will cause harm.
The MS350R and MS355R two-way radios also feature eight repeater channels, which provide dad the power to extend his range transmission by accessing a repeater channel. And, on extended outdoor adventures, dad will appreciate Motorola's push-to-talk (PTT) power boost option. When activated, this feature can extend the range by increasing the transmitter power output – while helping save battery life when no power boost is necessary.
Ultra Convenient Features for Flexibility & Peace-Of-Mind in the Great Outdoors
The MS350R and MS355R radios are loaded with convenient features to keep dad prepared for changing weather conditions and provide peace-of-mind in the most challenging settings. Both models include an emergency alert feature and access to seven National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)/Environment Canada (EC) weather channels and four marine VHF channels, which receive continuous broadcasts of local and regional weather updates. (1) For nighttime hunting and camping, and unexpected power outages, there is also a handy, built-in LED flashlight.
Serious hunters and sports enthusiasts will appreciate the MS355R, which is identical to the MS350R but available in REALTREE AP HD™ camouflage and equipped with two headsets with PTT microphone. Whether in pursuit of a buck or during a rigorous mountain climb, dad has the availability to communicate hands-free and without disturbing his surroundings with the convenience of the ear buds. He simply plugs the ear bud connector into the radio and snaps the PTT microphone to a shirt for a clutter-free way to communicate.
MS350R Key Features:
- Waterproof (IP67 standards)
- Floats with included NiMH battery
- 22 channels + eight repeater channels, each with 121 privacy codes for 2,662 combinations for clear, uninterrupted connections
- Dual power, works with three AA batteries (not included) and rechargeable NiMH batteries (included)
- Approximately 27-hour alkaline or nine-hour NiMH estimated talk time
- iVOX for speech-activated, hands-free communication
- QT (quiet talk) interruption feature, which minimizes listening to other conversations
- LED flashlight
- Seven NOAA and four EC marine weather channels(1)
- VibraCall™ vibrating alert
- Backlit display for readability in low lighting conditions
- LCD battery meter for charge indication
- PTT power boost feature
- Delivers a range of up to 35 miles(2) (under optimum conditions)
- Priority scan, audible low battery alert, battery save feature, keypad lock and time-out timer
Pricing and Availability
Now available, the Motorola Talkabout MS350R radios have an MSRP of $99.99 per pair, which includes two radios, two belt clips, one dual charger, one charging adapter, two NiMH rechargeable battery packs and an emergency preparedness checklist sheet. They are available in yellow. The Motorola Talkabout MS355R radios have an MSRP of $109.99 per pair, which includes two radios, two belt clips, one dual charger, one charging adapter, two PTT ear buds, two NiMH rechargeable batter packs and an emergency preparedness checklist sheet. They are available in REALTREE AP HD® camouflage.
For a full listing of features and additional information on the 2012 Motorola TALKABOUT series of products, please visit http://www.motorolasolutions.com/talkabout.
About Motorola Solutions
Motorola Solutions is a leading provider of mission-critical communication solutions and services for enterprise and government customers. Through leading-edge innovation and communications technology, it is a global leader that enables its customers to be their best in the moments that matter. Motorola Solutions trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker "MSI." To learn more, visit www.motorolasolutions.com. For ongoing news, please visit our media center or subscribe to our news feed.
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(1) Service may not be available in all areas. Check with your local weather office for frequency and details, or visit www.weather.gov/nwr.
(2) The communication range quoted is calculated based on an unobstructed line of sight test under optimum conditions. Actual range will vary depending on terrain and conditions, and is often less than the maximum possible. Your actual range will be limited by several factors including, but not limited to: terrain, weather conditions, electromagnetic interference and obstructions. See www.giantintl.com/Range.htm for further details.
The use of two-way radios while engaged in activities requiring concentration may cause distraction or otherwise impair your ability to safely participate in such activities. Always use technology safely.
Manufactured, distributed or sold by Giant International Ltd., official licensee for this product. MOTOROLA, MOTO, MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS and the Stylized M Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Motorola Trademark Holdings, LLC and are used under license. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. ©2012 Motorola Solutions, Inc. All rights reserved.
Samsung Galaxy S3 Blue Model to Arrive in the UK on 22 June? - ibtimes.co.uk
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According to YouMobile, the Pebble Blue Galaxy S3 is back in stock and has started to ship in Europe. Customers who wished to buy the Pebble Blue variant were disappointed because of the delay since 600,000 back covers of the device had to be destroyed since they were unable to match up to the company's high standards, resulting in shortage of the particular model. Covers that had been destroyed showed up white blotches which were seen while viewing the device from a specific angle, according to The Christian
Staff at Samsung's flagship store in Stratford have told The Inquirer, that its first batch of pebble blue Galaxy S3 handsets will be arriving in just over two weeks, on 22 June, although they were unable to quote exact numbers. The device will be available to purchase from the store priced at £499.99 SIM-free, the same as the Marble White version.
In addition, Carphone Warehouse and Phones 4U have started shipping the pre-ordered smartphones to customers, according to USwitch. According to a thread on the XDA forum, a buyer of the Galaxy S3 has received an e-mail from Carphone Warehouse that his/her Galaxy S3 has been dispatched from its warehouse.
Three UK, on other hand has tweeted customers enquiring about the Pebble Blue model of the Galaxy S3, saying it was as much in the dark as everyone else.
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Motorola Defy XT, Defy Mini launched in India - Times of India
Both the phones Defy XT and Defy Mini are water-resistant, scratch-resistant and dust-proof.
Motorola Defy XT runs on Android Gingerbread operating system. It has a 3.7-inch display with a 480x854 pixels resolution and Gorilla Glass protection. The device is powered by a 1GHz processor, 5 megapixel rear camera with autofocus and LED flash. There's also a secondary front-facing VGA camera.
Motorola Defy Mini is a dual-SIM smartphone. It also runs on Android Gingerbread and is powered by a 600MHz processor. It has a 3.2-inch display with Gorilla Glass protection. The device comes with a 3 megapixel rear camera with flash. Theres's also a secondary front-facing VGA camera for video chat.
Common features of the devices include MotoSwitch 2.0 UI over Android 2.3 Gingerbread, 512MB of RAM, expandable memory up to 32GB via microSD card, Wi-Fi, DLNA, GPS/aGPS, Bluetooth 3.0 and 3G connectivity.
Both the smartphones have same battery, which is 1650 mAh. However, Defy Mini claims a standby time of over 500 hours, while the Defy XT claims a standby time of 290 hours.
Motorola Defy XT is priced at Rs 16,190 while the Defy Mini is priced at Rs 11,490.
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