He was Google's Glass Competitors from Sony

Sony apparently did not want to miss fever wearable devices such as smart glasses.

Electronics manufacturers showed prototypes of a device called a smart glasses SmartEyeglass at DevCon conference that took place last week around the city of San Francisco, USA.

As reported by PCWorld, SmartEyeglass has a function similar to Google Glass, which displays information on the screen in front of the eyes of the user.

The difference is, the screen of SmartEyeglass instead of a small prism. This clever device looks more like a pair of ordinary glasses with lenses. Information is displayed on a pair of transparent lenses.

Lens on SmartEyeglass made ​​such that the text appears to be visible in front of the user so much more comfortable to read.

Sony also buried other features commonly found in smartphones, such as an integrated camera, microphone, and a set of sensor accelerometer, gyroscope, and compass.

In a video demonstration reported by IDG News Service, the user looks SmartEyeglass runs at an airport and got directions to the check-in counter direction.

Another usage scenario including the latest score updates of sporting events as well as SMS and missed call notification.

SmartEyeglass still a prototype and can be regarded not as sophisticated Google Glass. The device is operated via a separate control unit is equipped with a touch board for navigation purposes, following the power button and the camera.

Neither Google Glass nor SmartEyeglass used side by side with the Android smartphone. Both are connected to a smartphone via Bluetooth or WiFi via an intermediary application.

Sony seeks to attract developers to want to develop applications for these devices. Software development kit (SDK) for SmartEyeglass being developed. However, there is no information regarding the availability of the SDK or schedule SmartEyeglass prototype device.

First Impressions tested the Sony Xperia Z2

In just six months after the appearance of Xperia Z1, Sony has introduced a new top smartphones models that replaces its position as the flagship device of the manufacturer, the Xperia Z2.

Just over two weeks later, Sony rushed brings Xperia Z2 into the Indonesian market in a launch event scheduled for Wednesday (05/03/2014) afternoon.

Until this news was revealed, the Sony Indonesia has not determined the price or schedule is definitely a matter of availability of Xperia Z2 in this country. Marketing Manager of Sony Mobile Communications Indonesia Ika Paramita said that the Xperia Z2 will probably be released in quarter early 2014 ending in March.

While waiting for the Xperia Z2 presence in the market, GadgetCPY have had the opportunity to taste some new ability to offer the Sony's flagship smartphone. Follow the following short search results.

Similar, but not identical

Can not be denied that the Xperia Z2 looks very similar to its predecessor, the Xperia Z1. The design of both are almost indistinguishable when biting, as if Sony took the shell of Z1 and replacing the "inside" with a new component.

However, when examined more closely, it would appear to be some little differences in the easy escape from view. Starting from the physical size of the Xperia Z2 which is somewhat higher than the Xperia Z1. This is because the size of the screen Xperia Z2 is slightly larger, namely 5.2 inches versus 5 inches on the Z1. Fortunately, the frame (bezel) that surrounds the screen is slightly thinner so it does not come wide Xperia Z2.

Sony also claims that IPS screen the Xperia Z2 has a better display quality. The display panel does look a little more contrast than the Xperia Z1. The second screen phone that looks brilliant and the overall high level of sharpness because both carry the full-HD resolution (1920x1080). 

The Problem toughness, Xperia Z2 carries the same IP58 certification with its predecessor. This phone can be submerged in water to a depth of one meter for 30 seconds, as well as dustproof. Row of connectors-except 3.5 mm audio jack on the top-cover any special protected watertight.

The front and back of the Xperia Z2 equally coated tempered shiny black glass which gives the impression of luxury, although prone to fingerprint smudges. The sides next to it that looks more like metal now because it is made ​​of aluminum before adding a sweet appearance. The edge is designed slightly rounded so that the body phone feels quite comfortable in the hand. 

On the side of the face, can be found a pair of stereo speakers that are now moved to the top and bottom of the screen, similar to the arrangement on HTC smartphones. This placement allows a better separation and clearer voice heard.

Another change that is hidden behind the shell Xperia Z2 is the battery capacity slightly increased to 3200 mAh.

Android Kitkat

Xperia Z2 are already using the latest Android operating system, namely version 4.4 or commonly called "Kitkat". The mobile OS style interface swathed Sony that will instantly feel familiar to those who never used an Android phone from the manufacturer. Some typical applications built Sony are included, such as the Walkman music player. 

There are a number of changes in appearance, such as the notification bar. However, perhaps the most interesting is the addition new feature of relying on gestures, such as Double-Tap to Wake, where smartphone users can simply tap the screen twice to "wake up" from Sleep state. 

There is also a Smart Call Handling that allows users to answer or reject calls by shaking the phone in a certain direction.

However, with the quad-core Snapdragon 801 processor 2.3 GHz and 3GB of RAM embedded on Xperia Z2, performance issues should not have to worry at all by the owners of this device. Xperia Z2 virtually is one of the most powerful smartphones available today, comparable with the flagship models from other manufacturers such as Samsung Galaxy S5. 

Video is more powerful

Xperia Z2 camera carries the same specs as the Xperia Z1. Both have 20-megapixel sensor measuring 1/2, 3 inches are located behind the lens "G-lens' focusing f2.0. 

Photo shots of the main camera belonging to both of these devices can be considered similar. The resolution of the front camera on the Xperia Z2 figure rose slightly to 2.2 megapixels.

So switch to video mode, then seen a series of new features embedded in the Xperia Z2, such as Steady Shot (image stabilizer) which can reduce sway, 4K video recording (3840x2160, MP4 format), up to augmented reality.

"Augmented Reality or AR was previously only available in photo mode on Xperia Z1. Could now be used also for videos with Xperia Z2," said Ika.

When the AR in video mode is enabled, Xperia Z2 will render 3D graphics of augmented reality and combine it with a video camera catches in real time, complete with perspective correction when the phone is moved up and down. The result can be seen in the example below the record.

  

Oppo Find 7 Wear 50 Megapixel Camera?

Until now the record for the highest resolution smartphone camera is still held on the Nokia Lumia 1020 with number 41 megapixels. However, Soon, perhaps Lumia 1020 must submit the predicate to another device.

The news reported by BGR states that the Oppo is preparing a new flagship smartphone called Find 7. This smart phone will be equipped itself with a resolution camera is very high, the range of 50 megapixels.

A photo results catapult by Find 7 leaked and circulated through the site Weibo in China. EXIF data of the image files revealed that the photos were taken with a resolution of 8160 x 6120. If this news turns out true, then Find 7 will be the smart phone with the highest resolution.

 In addition to the camera, the other components of the Oppo Find 7 called includes Snapdragon 801 processor and two screen size options, namely the 5.5-inch (2560x1440) and 5-inch models (1920x1080).

So far, only Nokia which imparts a high resolution camera to a smartphone device through the Lumia 808 and Lumia products in 1020. Other manufacturers also tended to increase the resolution of the camera flagship phone, such as the Sony Xperia Z2 (20 megapixels) and the Samsung Galaxy S5 (16 megapixels).

But not all manufacturers participating in the "megapixel wars". HTC, for example, reportedly will continue to carry the Ultrapixel technologies that rely on mobile One 4 megapixel resolution.

Apple is also expected to maintain the 8-megapixel camera on the iPhone 6. Compared to increase the resolution, the manufacturers seem to prefer to improve the quality of the camera through the implementation of features such as optical image stabilization and a larger sensor size.

3 How to Install Android Application on the Nokia X

Nokia X has been officially introduced. This device is the first smartphone from Nokia that runs the Android operating system, version 4.1.2 precisely Jelly Bean or called Nokia as "Android Open Source Project" (AOSP).

Although based on Android, Nokia chose not to include Google services on Nokia X, including Google Play app store. Then how the owner of the Nokia X acquire Android apps to run on a cell phone?

The answer is surprisingly simple and easy to do. Read Write Web summarizes three ways to obtain and run Android applications on Nokia X. Here is the translation of brevity.

1. Through the Nokia Store

This is the official Nokia store that provides a series of Android applications. Nokia explained that the developer can directly ask the installer file (APK) from their application to the Nokia Store. Nokia X owners can download the app from the store.

2. Through third-party application store

In addition to the official stores like Google Play and the Nokia Store, the Android application for the Nokia X can also be obtained from third party app stores such as Yandex.

Later, a link to the app stores would be available in the Nokia Store to facilitate the users in finding the desired application.


3. With sideloading apps

Android devices can install apps from APK files derived from any source. Similarly, the Nokia X.

All it takes is to enable the option "allow installation of apps from unknown sources" in the Settings menu and download the APK file to the phone memory. Please note that apk file must be obtained from reliable sources to avoid the possibility of malware infection.

Nokia itself menjanjukan that 75 percent of Android apps currently available in the Nokia X can be run without any modifications. As many as 25 percent of the rest-especially using Google services, such as Maps or payment mechanisms in applications need to be ported first using the SDK Nokia X and is submitted to the Nokia Store application store.

Desire 816 and 610, Quad-core Android from HTC

HTC adds Android smart phone middle class portfolio by introducing a Desire 816 and Desire 610 in the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain, at the end of February 2014.

Both of these phones adopting the iconic design on HTC One's flagship product, which won a number of awards the best Android phones in 2013.

To Desire 816, there is a wide screen of 5.5 inches which is flanked by two speakers. HTC claims this speaker offers high quality audio.

The performance of the phone is supported by quad-core processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 1.6 GHz speed, 1.5 GB RAM, 2.600mAh battery, 8GB internal memory which can be expanded with the addition of a MicroSD memory card.

In addition to 2G and 3G networks, Desire 816 also supports 4G LTE network. The SIM card used is kind Nanosim.

The camera sensor is used in the Desire 816in the back is 13MP and 5MP in front. The LED flash is available under the rear camera.

While Desire 610, comes with a screen size of 4.7 inches. The screen is also flanked by two speakers. These phones targeting youth segment because it comes with a variety of color choices, namely red, black, green, to white.

 

Components used in Desire 610 lower than Desire 816, among other quad-core processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 1.2 GHz speed, 1GB RAM, 2.040mAh battery, 8GB internal memory which can be expanded with the addition of a MicroSD memory card.

The phone is embedded sensor 8MP camera with LED flash and a 1.3 MP front camera use. Available cell types Nanosim card slot to access the data on 2G, 3G, and 4G LTE.

Desire 816 to be present in global markets from April 2014, while Desire 610 will be available in Europe from May 2014. Unfortunately, HTC did not reveal the price of the two phones. 

HTC One 2 Have Slot Memory Card?

HTC One had just won the title of "Best Smartphone 2013" at Mobile World Congress in 2014 has been prepared for future generations. Although not yet official, leaked photos and information HTC One 2 has been widely circulated on the Internet.

Leaked smart phone that has the code name "M8" it re-emerged. This time, the leak came from the President of HTC South Asia, Jack Young. Young stated to Cnet (26/02/2014), "expansion capability will be very important for our customers."

Young's words can be summed up as a sign that HTC One 2 will have a MicroSD card slot for additional storage (expansion) in the HTC One 2. As we know, HTC does not provide that option in the One.

The absence of external memory storage in the HTC One and One mini was much criticized by users.

M8 rumored Pocket Lint to be released by HTC on March 25 at an event that took place simultaneously in New York and London, such as the launch of the HTC One 2013.

In terms of specs, leaked obtained from the Twitter account @evleak, M8 will use Qualcomm Snapdragon processor 800, RAM 2 GB, and has a 5-inch screen full HD resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels (440 ppi).


While in terms of marketing, Young said this year HTC will use a different strategy than the previous year. Young said that HTC now has two focus on developed markets for high-end devices, and markets in developing countries for the medium.

"No more fancy marketing," said Yang. "This time HTC will be more active in empowering mobile operators and retailers," he added.

As we know, last year the HTC made ​​of cast films "Iron Man" Robert Downey Jr.. as the brand ambassador of the Taiwanese manufacturer.

Specifications of BlackBerry "Jakarta" Z3

BlackBerry finally unmasked the mystery of the BlackBerry "Jakarta" Z3 on the sidelines of the Mobile World Congress (MWC), Barcelona, Spain, Tuesday (02/25/2014).

BlackBerry CEO John Chen said BlackBerry phones Z3, first to be released in Indonesia, around April 2014. "It will come out in April in Indonesia. (Price) retails at under 200 dollars," said Chen

In the introductory event, the BlackBerry does not mention in detail the hardware specifications promoted by the BlackBerry Z3. Some time after the event, the site GSMArena claimed have gained some important specifications of the device.

According to GSMArena, BlackBerry Z3 will come with a 5-inch touchscreen. The screen supports a resolution of QHD (960 x 540 pixels).

The device that will be running on BlackBerry OS 10.2.1 will be powered by a Snapdragon processor 400 1.2 GHz dual-core processors from Qualcomm, 1.5 GB RAM, and storage capacity of 8 GB. There is no information whether the available slot for a microSD card or not.

On the back, there is a 5 megapixel camera. Meanwhile, at the front, there is a 1.1 megapixel camera. BlackBerry also buried FM radio in Z3

In a press conference at the MWC, BlackBerry CEO John Chen gives presence information BlackBerry Z3 phones, which in the first phase will be released in Indonesia, around April 2014.

Z3 is not designed with a physical keyboard, but the touch screen is full. He is the first BlackBerry mobile phone, assembled by manufacturer Foxconn, after they announced a partnership for the next five years.

Mobile Android 2.3 Gingebread Already Can Use BBM

For you owners of older Android phones that previously discouraged because they can not enjoy BBM for Android, this time worth cheering, hence BBM app now available for Android 2.3 Gingerbread OS. The availability of BBM for Android phones Gingerbread once a promise is now finally truly become a reality. This is indirectly confirmed by the BlackBerry stated: "With pleasure, we welcome many new users to the BBM community, through 21 percent of the Android user base around the world are running Gingerbread,"

Surely the presence of the Blackberry Messenger on Android Gingerbread can be made ​​the number of downloaders BBM for Android again explode like the first time of the first appearance. BBM for Android you can directly download at Google Play Store app store or directly through the link HERE. In addition, can also be obtained by accessing the website BBM.com of your favorite Android phone.

Lately, as we all know, the Blackberry is continuously innovating for the sake of his Blackberry still exist in the world of technology. One other breakthrough was recently every smartphone is the Blackberry 10 has been able to run Android applications, see his review here. Along with the return of the application of fuel began to rise and compatibles Gadgets Android apps on Blackberry, Blackberry slowly certainly expect consumers who have long gone back again.

Previous BBM for Android can only be used on version Ice Cream Sandwich 4.0 and above, Android 2.3 Gingerbread is now above can also be used. But before downloading there are some things you need to consider the following:
Minimum specifications for BBM on Android Gingerbread

• The processor of at least 1GHz single-core processors

• A minimum of 512MB of RAM memory

• Have a BlackBerry ID (or create new)

Thus information about the Android 2.3 Mobile Gingebread It Can Use BBM. May be useful. 

Samsung Officially Launches Galaxy S5

As was expected, Samsung finally officially introduced its flagship Android smartphone, the Galaxy S5, on the sidelines of the Mobile World Congress, Barcelona, Spain, on Monday (02/24/2014) local time.

"I do not want to make you wait any longer," said JK Shin, President and CEO Head of IT and Mobile Communications Division, Samsung Electronics, while showing video Galaxy S5 for the first time.

At first glance, the Galaxy S5 has a design that is not much different than that of the Galaxy S4. At the front, there are no significant differences too. There are two soft buttons, which is accompanied by a physical button.

Changes actually seen happen in the back shell of the Galaxy S5. Samsung calls the design of this section with the word "modern glam".

As quoted from Engadget, Tuesday (25/02/2014), in fact Samsung uses material "skin-like" in that section. However, do not think that part is similar to the material used in the Galaxy Note 3. In these areas, the South Korean company is said to use a polycarbonate material that is mixed with glass fiber, similar to the Nexus 7. Use of the material is said to make this device does not feel slippery when used.

As an illustration, in the previous series, the Samsung using a smooth plastic material, which makes it feel quite slippery when held.

One of the biggest differences was compared to the previous Galaxy S series is the ability of Galaxy S5 for withstand water and dust. The device comes with IP67 certification.

Galaxy S5 is directly equipped with Android 4.4.2 Kitkat spans a larger screen than the Galaxy S the previous generation. Galaxy S5 is equipped with a screen of 5.1 inches, 5 inches versus the Galaxy S4. Both use the same Super AMOLED display panel with Full HD quality.

In terms of inside, the Samsung Galaxy S5 comes with a high specification. The phone is equipped with a Snapdragon processor 801 2.5 GHz quad-core processor, 2 GB RAM, storage capacity of 16 or 32 GB, and a 2,800 mAh battery. 

Concern, the Galaxy S5 equipped only 2 GB of RAM, whereas other Samsung products, the Galaxy Note 3, which was released recently has been using 3 GB of RAM. While Sony's latest Android, Xperia Z2, also had been taking 3 GB of RAM.

Of the sector of the camera, the Galaxy S5 has a 16 megapixel sensor that has the ability to record in quality UHD (4K) and real-time HDR. On the front there is a 2.1 megapixel camera.

Samsung finally applying fingerprint recognition sensor in the Galaxy S5. The sensor is located at the physical Home button. Its function is to unlock the phone.

In addition, it can also run Private Mode, in which the user can open the folder "secret", which contains documents, photographs, and others. Finger print identification can also be used for mobile payment verification.

Galaxy S5 supports 4G network connection, Bluetooth 4.0, infra-red, and NFC. As for WiFi, the device uses a component called MIMO WiFi (802.11ac). Samsung claims, WiFi is capable of achieving twice the speed of a standard WiFi.

Samsung Galaxy S5 will be released to the market globally to 150 countries on 11 April. Unfortunately, Samsung has not revealed the price of the device.