Apple Launches Unlocked iPhone 3GS for Rs. 19,990 in India

The iPhone 3GS was available quite a while back through network operators like Vodafone and Airtel. But then, these devices were not unlocked and users were tied down to those particular subscribers if they had to use their iPhones. However it looks like Apple is enticing more people to buy their smartphones by announcing the factory unlocked version at a very reasonable price of Rs. 19,990.

At an alluring price?!?


According to BGR, the iPhone 3GS will be offered by Airtel and Aircel for now, probably others will follow suit after some time. But what’s cool is that you can change operators as and when you wish and keep the handset with you. It’s quite obvious that many will crib about India being Apple’s favourite dumping ground and that we only get old products etc. But on the brighter side, there are many out there who would wish to own an iPhone but are put off by the exorbitant pricing. This initiative can possibly attract more people to Apple’s products.

Of course, you’ll be missing out on a few features like Facetime, but you can’t have everything, right? We’ll take a quick look at the iPhone 3GS’ specifications now.


3.5-inch Capacitive touchscreen with 320 x 480 pixels
3G, Wi-Fi, GPS with A-GPS support
EDGE/GPRS
Bluetooth 2.1 with A2DP, headset support only
3.15 megapixel camera with autofocus
3.5 mm audio jack
256 MB RAM
8/16/32 GB Capacities
600 MHz ARM Cortex processor

So now that you have an unlocked version of the iPhone 3GS coming in at Rs. 19,990, are you willing to take the plunge?

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Axis Introduces World Smallest HD Security Camera

Axis Communications, a global market leader in network video and security have unveiled the world is smallest pan-tilt-zoom dome cameras. The M50 ptz Dome Network Camera series is designed for business managers who need a discreet, yet affordable solution for remotely monitoring stores, banks hotels, lobbies, restaurants, etc. The series features two models.

The new line up is sleek and discreet giving the user 360-degree surveillance of his surrounding in HD. Store owners can now use the pan-tilt-zoom features for a perfect view of any suspicious activity going on. Due to its design, it can be used to monitor any part of the store with out the need of re-installing it. Other than surveillance, it can also be used for inventory checking without having to be physically present at the warehouse.

Axis Communications , has launched intelligent cameras in India including the world?s smallest high definition dome camera. The palm sized Axis M50 ptz Dome Network Camera Series, offers features for remotely monitoring indoor areas such as stores, banks, hotels, office lobbies, restaurants and warehouses, to more effectively manage one or more locations and improve security.Besides providing hd quality 360 degrees surveillance, a built-in microphone also allows monitoring for unusual noises during off-hours to trigger a security alarm. The cameras also enable users to monitor a site seamlessly from a remote location by allowing them to pan, tilt and zoom the camera to gain a 360 degrees view.

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Nokia N9 Full Specifications, Features and Price

The N9 has arrived. Functional units of Nokia's long-awaited MeeGo smartphone have finally landed into our eager hands and we've got a gallery of images to provide you with below. What we can say from our first experience is that we're in the presence of a fantastically designed device with a gorgeous AMOLED screen and some highly responsive performance. Hold tight as we're updating our fuller impressions after the break, where you'll soon be treated to our first hands-on video with the Nokia N9.

Update: Hands-on video plus a live demonstration of the N9's ability to pair Bluetooth devices over NFC (very impressive!) can now be found after the break.



The N9 UI, as you'll have learned from the product announcement, is Nokia's Harmattan skin atop MeeGo 1.2, which is built around three core home views. The central one is your app organizer / launcher, to one side of which you have a notifications and activities section -- which will be populated by phone calls, calendar alerts, and social network updates -- and to the other you get a live app switcher. That trio is navigable in a carousel fashion, meaning that you can keep cycling through all three by flicking your finger in one direction. Double-tapping the screen wakes the phone up and then you can unlock it with a swipe in any direction. Similar swipes, starting from one edge of the screen and going to the other, allow you to exit apps into the home screen. What we can say about all these aspects of the interface is that they're done exceedingly well and make the somewhat aged OMAP3630 processor look terrific. Fluid animations are evident throughout, navigation is natural, and this marks a major advance over anything else Nokia has given us on the software front in terms of touch-based UI.

Physically, the N9 feels about as good as a device built out of plastic can do. Nokia's devoutly calling it polycarbonate in order to highlight that this isn't just any old plastic, it's a high-grade variety that inspires confidence in its durability while also having the sharp looks to keep aesthetes happy as well. The whole phone is essentially built into the external shell, which does mean the battery isn't user-replaceable and there's no microSD expandability, but at least you can hot-swap the MicroSIM (yes, Micro) card without needing to reboot the handset.

The Clear Black AMOLED display is truly a sight to behold, with stunning viewing angles, a curved Gorilla Glass front, and some pretty excellent (for AMOLED) performance out in the sunlight. We compared it side by side with a Super LCD-equipped Incredible S and the N9 more than held its own. The screen is easily one of this new phone's great strengths, though we'd argue the intuitive UI, responsiveness, and eye-catching industrial design are pretty high up on that list too. All in all, we're highly impressed by what Nokia has put together here, though the N9 does prompt us to ask why the company has opted against making MeeGo its long-term smartphone OS of choice. What we've seen today is a damn fine smartphone with some very neat ideas, one which certainly merits the title of being Nokia's flagship. Or it will do, when it launches later in the year.

Nokia N9 Price in India

Nokia N9 price is not revealed yet in India, we will updated soon as it announced.

image & video source: www.engadget.com

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MAXX mobiles launches two new Dual SIM phones MX372 and MQ368

MAXX mobiles has launched two new dual SIM budget phones, MX372 and MQ368. These phones are called Tiny series of phones and are aimed at youth market. Both these are sleek phones and MQ368 is a QWERTY phone and MX372 has T9 keypad.

The MX372 has 2.0 TFT display and weighs just 61 grams. It also has optical track-pad, dedicated music button and a 2MP camera. It is java enabled and comes with pre-installed applications like Facebook and eBuddy messenger.

The MQ368 is a QWERTY phone that has 2.0 TFT display and an optical track-pad. It comes with 2 MP Camera and 1000 mAh battery with talk-time up to 4 hours and standby time of up to 300 hours. It is java enabled and has dedicated keys for Facebook and MSN.

The MX372 is priced at Rs.2524 and comes in four colors, purple, pink, wine red and white. The MQ368 is priced at Rs. 2636. These phones would be available in Mumbai first, followed by other Indian cities at the retail outlets such as Planet M, Tata Croma, Hyper City, Star Bazar, Mobile & Gadgets, Indian Naval Canteen, Kings Electronics, Hotspot, Reliance Web World and NEXT electronics.

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HTC Evo 3D - New Docking Station Unveiled

While the HTC Evo 3D might not have hit retail yet , the guys at Mobile-Fun are not wasting anytime in pushing out a multi functional dock for the Android smartphone.

Features :

• Synchronises and charges your HTC EVO 3D through rear micro USB port
• Compatible with the MHL adapter to output 1080p video to a compatible TV or monitor
• Stylish, minimalist design with durable plastic construction
• Official HTC accessory made for the HTC EVO 3D

This looks like a fantastic accessory and a must have for the 3D capturing smartphone to display the content on your large screen television ! For more information regarding the dock , click through to Mobile Fun.

HTC EVO 3D Official Video

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