10 devices to look forward to in 2012
Whether our utopian wish list turns into a reality or not, there are a handful of devices that aren’t a figment of imagination and would reach markets anytime this year....
Whether our utopian wish list turns into a reality or not, there are a handful of devices that aren’t a figment of imagination and would reach markets anytime this year. Although there isn't an exact release date, these upcoming devices are expected to launch anytime sooner or later, this year. We’ve picked 10 devices that you can look forward to this year. iPhone 5 This celebrated device is expected to come sometime this year. Whether it’s named iPhone 5 or not, the next generation of the iPhone is expected to release later this year in fall, the same time the iPhone 4S was released in 2011. The device is suggested to come in a tapering design, while some supposed design elements were revealed recently. Besides, we obviously expect some improvements over its key feature – Siri. So, if you're boggled over buying an iPhone 4S, especially owing to the hefty price that comes with unjustifiable upgrades (at least the price tag it attaches in India says so), we suggest you might as well wait for the newer version. iPad 3/Mini iPad Whether Apple plans to launch the iPad 3 or the iPad Mini or both, is unclear yet. But, a newer version of the iPad is seemingly in the making and on its way this year. As we’ve said earlier, tablets came and went, some stayed, but one still manages to rule. Do we name it? As the rumours are rife, you can put aside a piggy bank and get the next generation iPad, which presumably may get all/some functions of the iPhone 4S, ‘siri’ously.  Our successors are on the way.. Samsung Galaxy S3 If Samsung Galaxy S II managed to woo the Android masses, its successor may just add to the fanfare. Samsung’s next generation of Galaxy S smartphones, the Galaxy S III, has been making rounds and is expected to be up for grabs this year. Obviously, it will get the taste of Ice Cream Sandwich along with a set of advanced attributes that have been making rounds on the Internet, such as quad core processor that clocks at 1.8GHz, 3D display capabilities and more. Wintel tablets Last year saw a slew of Android tablets come in, catering to almost every budget, but not many were successful at making a mark in the ‘i’-smitten tablet arena. This year, Windows has geared to step in with Intel's Clover Trail technology in tow. In the making are Wintel tablets from Acer and Lenovo (whoever gets it first) - something we are eagerly waiting to know is how would they shape up.  Prime to shine in 2012 Transformer Prime Touted to be the most powerful tablet, the next generation leap of the Asus Transformer, theTransformer Prime is a device to look forward to this year. It is embedded with a 10.1-inch Super IPS+ capacitive touchscreen. Thinnest at 8.3mm and lightest at 586 grams, it comes with a full QWERTY dock, added battery pack, quad core Tegra 3 processor, A-GPS, Wi-Fi, DLNA support, Bluetooth along with USB port and SD card slot. Initially, to feature Honeycomb, the device is upgradable to Ice Cream Sandwich.
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Gadget of the Year 2011 – High-end phones
This year, we saw some great handsets that really pushed the boundaries of what we thought was possible ...
This year, we saw some great handsets that really pushed the boundaries of what we thought was possible from a mobile phone. 2011 has been a great year for Samsung and the brand has certainly cemented itself as a front runner in the mobile space, setting new trends and creating new segments in the already crowded mobile space. While the smartphone may be now available at an affordable rate, the flagship handsets is where all the attention lies. For those with no budget constraints, here are the nominees for the best high-end mobile phone, 2011. Please keep in mind though, that the criteria for our selection is based strictly on handsets that were sent to our labs for review, their overall tech2 scores and value for money quotient. These are also handsets that we would recommend to our readers, should they be looking for mobiles in this budget. There are plenty of other devices out there that may very well be just as good as some of these, however, if we haven’t had the opportunity to test them ourselves; they won’t be there on our list. Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc This handset oozes sex appeal with its stylish looks and form factor. Out of the box, it comes with Android Gingerbread. Sony Ericsson has put plans in place to upgrade the handset to Ice Cream Sandwich. The 8MP AF camera featuring an ExmoR sensor comes with an LED flash and it will surely take care of your photographic needs. Though this handset came out in the first half of the year, it definitely deserves a nomination.  Stylish and sexy Samsung Galaxy S II This is an obvious inclusion as it is one of the hottest selling smartphones of the year. It features an ultra slim design and a large 4.3-inch Gorilla Glass display. This handset has everything going for it. It packs a Super AMOLED Plus display, an 8MP auto-focus camera, a 1.2GHz Dual-core ARM Cortex A9 processor, along with a host of other features. HTC Sensation XE One of the most eagerly awaited handsets of this year was the Sensation XE. HTC had strengthened its products by adding Beats Audio. This handset is a marked improvement over the HTC Sensation as it comes with a bigger battery, more on-board storage for apps and thankfully, no touchscreen issues. BlackBerry Bold 9900 The is the top of the line handset from RIM and this time around the iconic Bold range of smartphones gets a slight design refresh. It has BlackBerry OS 7 and also features touch and type capabilities. It comes with a 5MP fixed focus camera and being a top of the line handset, a BlackBerry user would definitely love it. Motorola RAZR XT910 This year, thin is in for smartphones and the RAZR is the thinnest of them all measuring at a mere 7.1mm in depth. Though it may be really slim, Motorola has amped this handset with features that can give any other handset manufacturer a run for its money. It runs on a 1.2GHz Dual Core processor with 1GB of RAM, has a Kevlar coating for the rear cover and is infused with a very intuitive software that customizes the experience for every user.  A lot more fun than the old one HTC Evo 3D This may be a very niche segment for now, but as a first attempt, HTC did a splendid job with the Evo 3D. This handset is good looking, has impressive features and has good 3D capabilities. The only trouble with it is the lack of 3D content, which is why it failed to pick up steam. LG Optimus 3D A direct competitor to the HTC EVO 3D is the LG Optimus 3D. It is powered by an ARM Cortex-A9 dual-core processor running at 1GHz. Stereoscopic glassless 3D is the main feature of this handset and it doesn’t disappoint. LG has also gone one step further than HTC and provided their own app store where users can download fresh 3D content which gives it a slight edge over the Evo 3D. Nokia Lumia 800 This handset is Nokia’s big re-entry into the smartphone game. The Lumia 800 comes with a stylish body and 3.7-inch Clear Black display with a capacitive touchscreen featuring a 480 x 800 pixel resolution. It comes with an 8MP AF camera with Carl Zeiss optics and a Dual LED flash. Samsung Galaxy Note The biggest handset of them all is the Galaxy Note and it boasts of impressive features, such as a massive 5.3-inch HD Super AMOLED touchscreen with a 1280 x 800 pixel resolution. The handset is powered by a dual-core 1.4GHz ARM Cortex A9 processor and come with a stylus for taking notes, hence the name. It also features an 8MP camera with LED flash and 1080p video recording. Apple iPhone 4S The iPhone 4S did not get a design refresh, but Apple have added some interesting features to the iPhone, such as an 8MP camera, a voice recognition assistant called Siri, and loads of other features that make it a good upgrade, if you’re still on a 3GS.
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