LG confirms Android 4.0 upgrade for Optimus 2X, Optimus 3D, and Optimus Black

The Verge resports that LG has confirmed that an Android 4.0, "Ice Cream Sandwich" (ICS), upgrade for will be rolled out for its Optimus 2X, Optimus 3D, and Optimus Black handsets. Most surprising is the confirmation of Android on the Optimus Black, which runs on 1 GHz Cortex-A8 processor with a PowerVR SGX530 GPU on a TI OMAP 3630 chipset and has 2GB of internal memory. It is great to see ICS being brought to a mid-level handset. 

This should mean it would be possible to update most most 2010 flagship Androids to ICS should be possible. Samsung has confirmed that ICS is coming to their 2010 flagship, the Google Nexus S and the Samsung Galaxy S We also know that ICS is not coming to the Google Nexus One and HTC Desire, most likely due to lack of internal phone storage.

NOOK Simple Touch E-ink 6-inch Wi-Fi eBook Reader Review

The Nook Simple Touch is a more-than-worthy competitor to Amazon’s 2011 Kindle Touch and it's a good e-reader for those not wedded to Amazon or who want access to the wide ePub content available from public libraries and e-book sellers. Barnes & Noble claims the latest version of the Nook Simple Touch offers 25 percent faster page turns than any other E-Ink-based reader on the market and Barnes & Noble is pricing the Nook Simple Touch as aggressively as Amazon has its new Kindles: At $99, it's the same price as the Special Offers (that is, ad-supported) Wi-Fi version of the Kindle Touch and also it costs $40 less than the ad-free Kindle Touch.

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NOOK Simple Touch is the world's best reader at the world's best value, normally at the low price of $99 without distracting ads and a must-have this holiday season for anyone who loves to read. With its latest software update, NOOK Simple Touch now has the most advanced E Ink display with lightning-fast page turns – 25 percent faster than any other E Ink product on the market. And Barnes & Noble has extended NOOK Simple
Touch's best-in-class battery life even further for its customers who love to read for long stretches up to two months with an hour of reading a day, all on a single charge. At NOOK Digital Shops, customers will also be able to experience the incredibly popular NOOK Color at a new low price of only $199, as well as the NOOK Tablet, the company's fastest, lightest tablet with the best entertainment displayed in stunning VividView for just $249.

Features & Content:

Longest Battery Life:
With the longest battery life, you can read for over 2 months on just one charge. That's enough time to start and finish a lot of great stories–or an entire series.

Easiest-to-Use 6" Touchscreen:
Simply touch, and NOOK takes care of the rest. Open your book, make the type bigger, look up words, organize your library, lend a book or shop for new titles – it's all so easy.

Fastest Reader:

25% faster than any other Reader. Quick page turns, fast browsing, get to your latest read with just a tap. Download new books instantly via Wi-Fi -usually in under 10 seconds

Read Your Way:
Make the text bigger or choose the font you like. Enjoy your favorite reading in your favorite way.

World's Largest Bookstore:
Over 2.5 million titles – new releases, bestsellers – sample for FREE. Most $9.99 or less. NOOK Daily Find offers a great book at a great price, plus Free Fridays titles. Try popular magazines & newspapers FREE.

Ultra-Light, Ultra-Portable:

NOOK is lighter than a paperback (under 7.5 ounces) and super thin, yet holds up to 1,000 books, magazines, and newspapers--so it's easy to take your entire library with you anywhere.

Borrow Public Library Books:
Over 2.5 million NOOK Books not enough? NOOK lets you borrow books in the universally accepted ePub format – so you can borrow and read eBooks from your local library!

Expert Recommendations:
From hot new releases to up-and-coming authors, get expert recommendations from our 40,000 booksellers. We'll also give you personalized recommendations based on books you already love.

No Annoying Ads:
Reading time is your time and you don’t want to be interrupted. NOOK lets you immerse yourself in your books, magazines, and newspapers without being distracted by annoying ads that appear in other Readers.

Free Wi-Fi:

NOOK connects via thousands of Wi-Fi networks, including FREE access at all Barnes & Noble stores and more than 24,000 AT&T hotspots, like cafes, hotels, and restaurants nationwide.

Personalized Reading Experience:
Create a reading experience that you can truly call your own. Select one of our screensavers or upload your own picture. Arrange books on library shelves you name yourself. Even add bookmarks and highlight passages.

NOOK Keeps Your Place:
Our FREE NOOK Reading App syncs the last page you've read across your NOOK, smartphone or computer – so you can read what you love, anywhere you like.

Share with NOOK Friends:
Connect with friends and share recommendations about the books you love on Facebook and Twitter, or swap books with LendMe. Check out your friends' ratings and reviews, and let them inspire you.

Always Free NOOK Support:
Get FREE NOOK support from our 40,000 booksellers. Plus enjoy FREE Wi-Fi, special offers on books and café treats, and read entire NOOK Books FREE for up to one hour per day.

Get the NOOK Look:
Our wide selection of accessories is exclusively designed for fashion, fit and function. Keep your NOOK safe and stylish with designer cases and totes, plus must-haves like screen protectors, car adapters & more.

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How to Transfer SMS/ Contacts for Windows Mobile Phone

How to Transfer SMS/ Contacts for Windows Mobile Phone

3GMobile SMS + Contacts Backup is an app used to backup sms and outlook contacts on windows mobile. You could use this software to save your mobile outlook contacts and sms as .xml or txt file;Restore sms and outlook contacts from pc to mobile phone;Manage sms & outlook contacts on pc.

With 3GMobile SMS + Contacts Backup, you can:
Backup SMS Messages for windows mobile into txt file or .xml backup file and save onto your computer
Restore SMS Messages from a .xml backup file
Support all SMS default folders (Inbox, Outbox, Drafts, Sent Items, Deleted Items) and custom folders.


Export your outlook contacts into txt file or .xml backup file format and save onto your pc
Edit outlook contacts info on computer directly
Restore outlook contacts from the .xml backup file
Support unlimited outlook contacts and SMS backup/restore.
Fast backup and restore speed
Fully Support Windows Mobile 5/6.0/6.1/6.5
Easy to use

Apolsoft SMS Transfer for Android Phone（Android 2.1/2.2/2.3）
Apolsoft Android SMS Transfer is the only smart andriod SMS backup and managment software. It is an application designed for cellphones running android system. It allows you to transfer and backup your SMS messages between android phone and desktop computer. I think all android users should own such a powerful android SMS backup manager, because it is a rare good software.
With Apolsoft Android SMS Transfer you can:
Backup and save all your android phone SMS to computer
View and edit exported text message on computer
See the SMS which you want to print by preview window
Restore SMS from computer to android phone
Transfer SMS into .db file and print it on computer
PC manage tool support txt,word,excel,csv,xml,html export
Support Android 2.1 Eclair/Android 2.2 Froyo/Android 2.3 Gingerbread
Support unlimited SMS backup&restore
Export SMS to .db file on computer
Fast backup and restore speed
Easy to use

Apolsoft SMS Transfer for Android Phone（Android 2.1/2.2/2.3）
Apolsoft Android SMS Transfer is the only smart andriod SMS backup and managment software. It is an application designed for cellphones running android system. It allows you to transfer and backup your SMS messages between android phone and desktop computer. I think all android users should own such a powerful android SMS backup manager, because it is a rare good software.
With Apolsoft Android SMS Transfer you can:
Backup and save all your android phone SMS to computer
View and edit exported text message on computer
See the SMS which you want to print by preview window
Restore SMS from computer to android phone
Transfer SMS into .db file and print it on computer
PC manage tool support txt,word,excel,csv,xml,html export
Support Android 2.1 Eclair/Android 2.2 Froyo/Android 2.3 Gingerbread
Support unlimited SMS backup&restore
Export SMS to .db file on computer
Fast backup and restore speed
Easy to use

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Lenovo IdeaCentre Q180 World's Smallest Fully-Functional Desktop PC Review

Computer maker Lenovo announced the IdeaCentre Q180, a consumer desktop PC no larger than a paperback book designed to turn a digital TV into a multimedia hub for accessing multimedia content, Web browsing and the IdeaCentre Q180 is world's smallest fully-functional desktop PC. The Q180 is also outfitted with 500GB HDD storage, WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth and an 8-in-1 card reader with SDXC format support and the wired connectivity is provided by HDMI, VGA, 4x USB 2.0 and 2x USB 3.0 ports. The Q180 starts at $349 for the base model with with prices escalating accordingly if you start adding options like a hand-held keyboard.

Lenovo announced the IdeaCentre Q180, a consumer desktop PC no larger than a paperback book, yet powerful enough to turn a digital TV into a multimedia hub for enjoying music, videos, games, web browsing and more. "With the IdeaCentre Q180, we upped our game in the compact PC category," said Nick Reynolds, executive director, Product Group Marketing, Lenovo. "Featuring the latest HD Graphics and Blu-ray 3D playback, the Q180 enables consumers to change the way they enjoy multimedia and the Web in their living room at an affordable price point." Light weight and similar in size to a paperback novel just 22 mm thick the world's smallest production PC still packs a punch and comes with the latest technology. Along with an Intel Atom dual core processor, up to 4GB DDR3 memory, 750GB HDD storage or 128GB SSD storage and 802.11bgn Wi-Fi, the Q180 also comes equipped with a VESA Mount that allows flexible fitting anywhere in the home including the back of most HDTVs and monitors. Featuring great multi-media support, the Q180 comes with Full HD 1080p output, including a Blu-ray drive, 7.1 channel surround sound, Blu-ray 3D and DirectX11 support to help create an authentic movie ambiance and state-of-the-art home-theater experience right in the living room. It also features fast USB 3.0 file transfer support, VGA and HDMI out ports and S/PDIF connectivity for your HDTV and sound system. The IdeaCentre Q180 also comes with a latest generation Lenovo wireless backlit handheld keyboard1, which can fit snuggly in the palm of your hand. From the comfort of a sofa, users can do just about anything via this multimedia control wirelessly, including adjusting surround sound settings, selecting HD movies or simply surfing the Web on the Q180. The IdeaCentre Q180 will be available November 22 on Lenovo.com starting at $349.

Features:

• Tiny, compact design
• Up to AMD Radeon HD 6540A 512MB graphics with DirectX 11
• Add-on DVD reader/writer or Blu-ray Disc drive
• Full HD and Blu-ray 3D support
• Up to 7.1 Surround Sound
• USB 2.0, USB 3.0, and 8-in-1 card reader supporting SDXC format
• VGA and HDMI outports
• ENERGY STAR 5.0-certified
• VESA Mount for optimal placement, including on back of monitor

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Fujifilm X-S1 12-Megapixel EXR CMOS DSLR-Like Bridge Camera Review

Fujifilm has launched its latest X series camera, the Fujifilm X-S1, billed as the reinvention of the bridge camera, which packing a 12-megapixel sensor, 26x optical zoom and up to 10fps continuous shooting, the X-S1 has both an adjustable 3-inch display. The XS-1 sports a Super Macro Mode for focusing down to a rather intimate single centimeter and the X-S1 will also record H.264 full HD (1920 x 1080) video at 30 frames per second. Fujifilm X-S1 will be available for £699 in the UK in February of 2012 and pricing fhe US has been revealed at this time.

The Fujifilm X series of premium cameras has a third model, the X-S1, due for UK launch in February 2012. The XS-1 represents a new breed of bridge camera. Featuring a Fujinon 26x optical zoom lens through to the EXR sensor technology found in the X10, the X-S1 puts the photographer in control. The X-S1 is the ideal camera for the safari and travel photographer – offering superb image quality, extensive zoom range and superior handling. The centrepiece of the X-S1 is the superb Fujinon 26x optical zoom lens. Offering a range of 24-624mm (35mm equivalent) it caters perfectly for every photographic need and features a bright f/2.8 maximum aperture at the wide-angle setting. This optical range is boosted further by Fujifilm's Intelligent Digital Zoom capability, which effectively doubles the focal range without the drop in picture quality traditionally seen on older digital models As a result, the X-S1 offers users an incredible 52x zoom range of 24-1248mm (35mm equivalent). Optically, the Fujinon lens comprises 17 glass elements, which includes four aspherical elements and two ED lenses, to deliver images with superb edge-to-edge sharpness and amazing clarity. The lens' construction is also of the highest standard, featuring metal cams for smooth zoom control and fast, precise framing. The X-S1 is also ideally suited to capturing subjects close up. In standard mode, the zoom focuses down to 30cm, but by selecting Super Macro Mode, users can focus down to just 1cm for frame-filling close-up images. Furthermore, the lens' aperture is made up of nine blades for excellent bokeh effect photography. The X-S1 features the same 2/3-inch 12 megapixel EXR CMOS sensor as the X10 which guarantees high quality images regardless of the lighting conditions. The unique EXR CMOS technology pioneered by Fujifilm allows the user to switch between three modes – High Resolution, Wide Dynamic Range and High Sensitivity/Low Noise - depending on the lighting conditions or leave the camera to make its own choice in the Auto EXR mode.

Coupled to the EXR CMOS sensor is a Fujifilm high speed EXR processor, which offers a minimal shutter lag of just 0.01sec and a high speed continuous shooting capability. The X-S1 also takes high-quality movies. It captures Full High Definition (1920 x 1080 pixels) video with stereo sound at 30 frames-per-second. The X-S1 offers a powerful combination of high quality electronic viewfinder and rear LCD, with the 0.47-inch electronic viewfinder (EVF) featuring 1.44 million pixels for superb image clarity with a wide viewing area of 26 degrees to reduce eye strain. The rear mounted high quality, tiltable three-inch LCD screen features 460,000 pixels to make it easier for users to scroll through menus, assess exposure accuracy and view images. The LCD also offers a useful Daylight mode that overcomes the problem of viewing the screen in bright conditions. The X-S1 offers a superb level of functionality whether users want to make picture taking as simple as using a compact or as involved as a fully-manual digital SLR. For simplicity, the X-S1 will assess the subject and then select the relevant scene mode for the perfect result, automatically switching the EXR CMOS sensor accordingly. The XS-1 can also calculate whether an image contains a person, features backlighting or has any subject movement. ISO settings are taken care of too by the Auto ISO mode. Photographers after full control are well catered for with the X-S1. The camera offers a full range of conventional shooting functions (program/aperture-priority/shutter-priority/manual), plus users can also fine tune levels of colour, image sharpness and tone. Additionally, the X-S1 provides four auto bracketing options, eight Film Simulation and white balance functions and a Raw file format. Due to be launched in February 2012 in the UK, the X-S1 will have an estimated selling price of £699.

Fujifilm X-S1 Key Features:

• High quality Fujinon 26x optical zoom covering 24-624mm (35mm equivalent) with Intelligent Digital Zoom boosting range up to 1248mm
• Superb build quality and finish with rubberised coating and metal dials
• 12 megapixel EXR CMOS sensor
• Up to 10 frames-per-second shooting
• Large EVF with 1.44 million pixels and 26 degree viewing angle
• Tiltable three-inch rear LCD with Sunny Day mode (460k dots.)
• Full HD 1920x1080p video with 30fps and stereo audio in H.264 format
• PASM modes
• Raw file format
• Film simulation modes
• Macro focusing down to 1cm
• Lithium battery providing up to 500 shots per charge
• Optical image stabilisation
• 360° Motion Panorama mode

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SteelSeries 7H Fnatic Limited Edition Headset And SteelSeries Sensei Fnatic Limited Edition Mouse Review

SteelSeries lends Fnatic support to limited edition gaming mouse and headset, decked out in the black-and-orange regalia of Team Fnatic. You’ll find first of all that both of these devices have an interestingly unique look to them, then you’ll find that their quality in attacking the gaming world is of course second to none and inside the headset you’ll find 50mm dynamic driver units and SNDBlock ear cushions for sound isolation. Inside the mouse you’ll find a 32 bit ARM processor for its ExactTech settings and full customization abilities, which has a light-up Fnatic team logo and contains the ability to be the most customized mouse on the market. The $99.99 Sensei mouse features 8 buttons and highly customizable sensitivity settings, which is powered by an onboard ARM processor. Sensei 7H headset has price tag of $139.99 and both products are available now directly from SteelSeries, at a $10 premium over their regular models.

Dreamhack Winter, the world's largest digital festival and LAN party kicks off, SteelSeries and one of the most recognized and accomplish gaming teams, Team Fnatic, introduce the SteelSeries 7H Fnatic Limited Edition headset and SteelSeries Sensei Fnatic Limited Edition mouse. Available now on SteelSeries Web Shop, the Limited Edition 7H headset features 50mm dynamic driver units with new, sound isolating SNDBlock ear cushions; while the Limited Edition Sensei features award-winning technology like its 32 bit ARM processor that powers SteelSeries' ExactTech settings and customization abilities, all of which are housed in an ambidextrous, black, orange and white Fnatic color design and illuminated Fnatic team logo. "We sponsor and work with a number of incredibly talented professional players and are proud to say that the Fnatic team is part of that family," said Kim Rom, SteelSeries CMO. "We have been supporters and collaborators with, as well as fans of, the talent that makes up the Fnatic squad for a long time now. We felt that it was the perfect time to introduce co-branded peripherals – that their players helped us design, regularly use and win with – to their immense and passionate fan following." "Our players have tough competition; they need everything to work to become champions, from their raw aim or APM right up to the equipment. Because of this, we work closely with SteelSeries to collaborate on the design and functionality of SteelSeries' professional gaming peripherals. We are so proud of what has been accomplished that we thought it was about time to put our mark -visibly - on those products" said Sam Mathews, Fnatic's owner. "Enter the Fnatic Limited Edition peripherals, on the best headphones and mouse we've ever used, 7H and Sensei - now with more style."

The SteelSeries 7H Fnatic Limited Edition headset features 50 mm dynamic driver units that deliver an exceptionally rich and detailed soundscape, from mood setting music to critical 3D positional sounds and alerts. The closed-type headset reduces ambient noise, while the unique, SNDBlock, hybrid ear cushions made of both cloth and leather, provide sound isolation from an inner leather layer and comfort from the outer cloth layer. The headset can also be dismantled into 4 separate pieces, which allows for compact and easy transportation. The Limited Edition Fnatic headset is $139.99 / €114.99 MSRP. The most customizable mouse to ever hit the competitive gaming industry, the SteelSeries Sensei, is now available in a Limited Edition Fnatic design transforming to an orange, black, and white ambidextrous force to be reckoned with and three zones of 16.8 million color illumination options, including on the Fnatic logo. Its 32 bit ARM processor powers sophisticated calculations that can be done directly on the mouse without the need for software drivers and without having to rely on the user's computer. Sensitivity settings can be changed in increments of one from 1 to 5,700 CPI, and an overclocked Double CPI feature that allows the user to go all the way up to 11,400 DCPI. The Limited Edition Fnatic mouse is $99.99 / €99.99 MSRP. Fnatic's CEO and owner, Sam Mathews couldn't hide his enthusiasm when asked about the new products: “Our players have tough competition; they need everything to work to become champions, from their raw aim or APM right up to the equipment. Because of this, we worked closely with SteelSeries to collaborate on the design and functionality of SteelSeries’ professional gaming peripherals. We are so proud of what has been accomplished that we thought it was about time to put our mark -visibly - on those products".

Here is what FnaticMSI.CS's captain, Patrik 'cArn' Sättermon, had to say about the new headset:

"SteelSeries 7H is the perfect choice for the gamers who values both clear and realistic sound, and a headset with great noise-canceling to avoid external noises which affects your focus and ability to hear your enemy. The SteelSeries 7H Fnatic Edition is by far the coolest looking headset I have came across in my career and I´m looking forward to wear it during our future tournaments."

FnaticMSI's Korean SC2 player Seo Yong 'Rain' Park has also been playing with the 7HV2 FnaticMSI edition the last few weeks, and he too liked its fantastic sound:

"I have been using the SteelSeries Siberia v2 before I tried the 7H and the results have been great. I find them to be very comfortable and it is more practical to carry it around for MLG & other tournaments. The ear muffs are of high quality and I find it great to use even at home for practice"

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