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Samsung Galaxy Tab (T-Mobile) Review

Justin — Sun, 16 Jan 2011 18:49:00 +0000

Enjoy a rich, brilliant viewing experience wherever you roam with the Android-powered, 3G-enabled Samsung Galaxy Tab mobile tablet for T-Mobile--a powerful, entertainment device ideal for home or on the go. Weighing just 1 pound, it features a vibrant 7-inch touchscreen display with 3D-like graphics, speedy 1 GHz processor, and the Android 2.2 operating system--all in a sleek and compact form factor. The exceptional 7-inch screen is designed for reading books and magazines, watching movies, playing games, and more (see larger image). With integrated Google technology, the Galaxy Tab brings one-touch access to the popular Google mobile services millions use every day, including Google Search by voice, Google Maps with Street View, Gtalk, YouTube, Picasa, and contacts/calendar synchronization. And through Android Market, you'll get access to thousands of useful applications, widgets and fun games to download and install on your phone, with many more apps being added every day. Enabled for T-Mobile's high-speed 3G network, the Galaxy Tab offers fast data delivery and an enhanced Web-browsing experience that lets you connect quickly to social networking sites. And the 3G-enabled Galaxy Tab will benefit from the enhanced speeds of T-Mobile's upgraded HSPA+ network, which is being rolled out nationwide to reach up to 185 million people by the end of the year and offers speeds close to 4G connectivity (read more about HSPA+ below). You'll be able to pay the way you want with prepaid and postpaid data plans from T-Mobile Pay As You Go (learn more about prepaid services below) The Galaxy Tab offers full support for Adobe Flash Player 10.1 for accessing Flash-enabled websites, watching video and playing games, and with built-in support for ultra-fast Wireless-N Wi-Fi, the Galaxy Tab's portable screen is ideal for watching the latest movies and entertainment. It's outfitted with a rear-facing camera for photo capture and sharing as well as a front-facing camera for video chat using the pre-loaded Qik voice and video app. The Galaxy Tab is also pre-loaded with the Kindle for Android app for reading your Kindle books on the go, Slacker Radio for listening to free, streaming personalized radio, and the Asphalt 5 HD driving game (learn more about these apps below). Designed to fit in one hand, typing messages or notes is simple and easy with the Galaxy Tab's virtual QWERTY keyboard with Swype technology, which allows you to input text faster and in a more intuitive way with one continuous finger motion across the screen keyboard. Other features include Bluetooth 3.0 wireless connectivity for hands-free devices and stereo music streaming, microSD memory expansion, HDMI video output (via optional dock), and up to 8 hours of battery power. Perfectly sized for your hand (see larger image). Samsung Social Hub Offering one-stop shopping for all your updates, the Samsung Social Hub all your social networking services, messages, personal and business e-mail, calendars and contacts. It's built around Messaging and Contacts, both of which initiate the sending and receiving of information--whether it is e-mail, instant messaging, social network updates or SMS messages. Additionally, calendar information from portal calendars, such as Google Calendar, and social networking services are displayed together in one calendar with two-way synchronization. The familiar text messaging experience is enhanced with group messaging and "reply all" functionality for up to 10 contacts, a threaded conversations format, a consolidated inbox, and enhanced multi-media display. See larger image. Key Features Fast 3G connectivity via T-Mobile's HSDPA/UMTS network. (1700/2100 MHz bands, UMTS/HSDPA; see more about T-Mobile's 3G service below) Integrated GPS for navigation and location-based services 7-inch multi-touch interface (1024 x 600-pixel resolution) Powered by the Android operating system (version 2.2) with deep integration of Google services, access to thousands of apps via the Android Market, and support for Adobe Flash 10.1. 1 GHz Samsung Hummingbird processor speeds up everything--from playing games to watching shows to opening files from work. Virtual keyboard Swype input system allows you to input text faster and easier by gliding your finger around the keyboard, moving from letter to letter in one continuous motion. The Swype technology then calculates what word you're intending to type (learn more below). Samsung Social Hub provides one stop for all your updates integrates all your social networking services, messages, personal and business e-mail, calendars and contacts. 3-megapixel rear-facing camera with flash captures still images and video that that can be edited, uploaded, and shared. 1.3-megapixel front-facing camera for video chat Multi-format media player compatible with MP3 and AAC music files plus DivX, XviD, MPEG4, H.263, and H.264 video files. Ultra-fast Wireless-N Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g/n) for accessing home and corporate networks as well as hotspots while on the go. Next-generation Bluetooth 3.0 connectivity provides faster throughput while minimizing on power requirements. It's compatible with new Bluetooth 3.0-enabled devices as well as backward compatible with older Bluetooth-enabled peripherals such as headsets and printers. It includes profiles for communication headset, hands-free car kits, and the A2DP Bluetooth profile--enabling you to wirelessly stream your music to a pair of compatible Bluetooth stereo headphones or speaker dock. Memory expansion via microSD card slot with support for optional cards up to 32 GB. Vital Statistics The Samsung Galaxy Tab weighs 13.4 ounces and measures 7.48 x 4.74 x 0.47 inches. Its 4000 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 7 hours of battery life. It runs on the 850/900/1800/1900 MHz GSM/GPRS/EDGE frequencies, as well as T-Mobile's 3G network (1700/2100 MHz). Pre-loaded Apps on the Samsung Galaxy Tab Kindle for Android: Pre-installed on the Galaxy Tab, the Kindle for Android application lets you shop for hundreds of thousands of books in the Kindle Store, including New York Times Best Sellers and new releases from $9.99. Use Amazon's Whispersync technology to automatically synchronize your last page read, bookmarks, annotations, and more across your various devices --- including Kindle, Kindle DX, PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, BlackBerry and Android phones. Slacker Radio: With millions of songs from thousands of artists, Slacker is the best way to discover new artists and hear your favorite music. Listening to Slacker is as easy as selecting one of over 120 DJ-programmed genre stations or searching for your favorite artist or song. As you listen, you can tell Slacker what you like and don't like with the click of a button. Get the ultimate in music discovery while you listen with detailed artist biographies, in-depth album reviews and more. Upgrade to Slacker Radio Plus for unlimited skips, ad-free listening, complete song lyrics and more for only $3.99/month. T-Mobile subscribers receive a 20% discount off of the regular $4.99/month price when Slacker Radio Plus is added to your T-Mobile bill. Asphalt 5 HD (Gameloft): Get in, start up and punch it in the fastest cars ever created by some of the most prestigious manufacturers. Everything you've ever dreamed of doing behind the wheel is here in stunning HD graphics that put you right in the driver's seat. Take a ride in over 30 of the fastest, most prestigious cars you've ever dreamed of, from manufacturers like Ferrari, Lamborghini, Audi and Ducati. Challenge yourself to 8 different racing events including Drift Contest, Cop Chase, Time Attack, Duel Mode, Last Man Standing and Escape Swype Keyboard An alternative to the Android virtual keyboard, the Swype virtual keyboard allows you to input text by swiping the finger with one continuous finger or stylus motion across the screen keyboard. Based on testing, speed and accuracy are equal to or better than the traditional keyboard-tapping method. You can activate the Swype keyboard by pressing and holding in a text field, wait for popup to appear, click Input Method, and then select Swype. T-Mobile Services See T-Mobile's coverage map. T-Mobile Pay As You Go Prepaid Service T-Mobile prepaid plans give you wireless access with less commitment, so you can pay as you go. With no annual contract, no credit check, and no monthly bill, prepaid plans are a simple, direct way to go mobile. There are many ways to conveniently refill your T-Mobile Prepaid Plan so that you can stay continually connected with the people who matter most, including via the T-Mobile Web site or using refill cards available at over 90,000 locations nationwide. You can choose from either a monthly postpaid plan (which includes convenient Wi-Fi Hotspot access) or prepaid plans that provide smaller set amounts of data usage. Postpaid Plans Prepaid Plans $25 200 MB (10Â¢/MB overage) $10 100 MB (7 days) $40 5 GB (no overage) $30 300 MB (30 days) Â Â $50 1 GB (30 days) Â High-Speed Data Connectivity via T-Mobile's 3G Network In addition to its quad-band GSM connectivity, this mobile device is also compatible with T-Mobile's UMTS/HSDPA 3G network, which operates on the 1700/2100 MHz AWS spectrum. This mobile device is designed to automatically connect to the best available network (3G or GSM/GPRS/EDGE) to provide faster data speeds when accessing the Web. In areas where the 3G network is not available, you'll continue to receive service on the via T-Mobile's EDGE network (which stands for "Enhanced Data Rates for Global Evolution"). This high-speed, mobile data and Internet access technology is fast enough to support a wide range of advanced data services (with average data speeds between 75-135Kbps), including full picture and video messaging, high-speed color Internet access, and e-mail on the go. T-Mobile's New, Expanding Super-Fast HSPA+ Network As of June, 2010, T-Mobile has upgraded its traditional 3G network to HSPA+ in 25 major metropolitan areas across the U.S., and it plans to continue rolling out this network upgrade to over 100 metropolitan cities and up to 185 million people by the end of 2010. HSPA+ provides our fastest data speeds, up to 3 times faster than AT&T and Verizon's standard 3G networks, while allowing simultaneous voice and data capabilities for the ultimate wireless voice and data experience. HSPA+ enabled areas will enjoy 4G-like speeds, with a theoretical capability of up to 21 Mbps peak download speeds (and typical download speeds averaging between 5 and 8 Mbps). While this 3G-enabled mobile device doesn't offer HSPA+ compatibility, it can benefit from enhanced speeds when connecting to the HSPA+ network today.

Dell Inspiron Mini 1012 Netbook Review

Justin — Fri, 02 Apr 2010 10:13:24 +0000

Dell Inspiron Mini 10: Jack of All Trades The highly portable Dell Inspiron Mini 10 (model iM1012-687OBK) is everything you want in a mobile companion with easy Wi-Fi connectivity for on-the-go productivity, access to your favorite entertainment, and smooth video playback via the brightly colorful 10.1-inch screen. Redesigned for 2010, the Mini 10 now features a newly streamlined case with forward hinge design and it includes a textured, smudge-resistant palm rest and sculpted keys on the near-full-size keyboard. It also combines the power of the latest Intel Atom N450 processor (NM10 Express chipset) with a 6-cell battery for up to 6 hours of battery power. The newly redesigned Dell Inspiron Mini 10 comes in a range of bright colors. The new forward hinge design of the Mini 10 in Obsidian Black. A new textured palm rest helps resist smudges. The Mini 10 includes three USB ports, a VGA video output, and 3-in-1 memory card reader. You'll be able to surf the Web, chat with friends (both via text and using the integrated 1.3-megapixel webcam), and upload on-the-go photos to blogs or social networking sites. Standard built-in Wi-Fi wireless connectivity means quick and easy Internet access to hotspots in the home, on campus, in a local coffee shop, or in the office. It comes in a range of colors, including this model's Obsidian Black. It comes pre-installed with the Microsoft Windows 7 Starter operating system, which combines the latest in reliability and responsiveness with the familiarity and compatibility of Windows. It includes new Windows 7 features like Jump Lists to help you to better find and manage files, and connecting to printers and peripherals is easier than ever. Note: This netbook does not come with an integrated optical drive; you can connect an optional external drive via one of the netbook's USB ports. Key Features Bright 10.1-inch widescreen display (1024 x 600) with a 16:9 aspect ratio that is designed to present websites without lots of left-right scrolling, as well as with a smoother line of sight 92 percent full-sized, spill-resistant keyboard with curved keys for easy typing. 1.66 GHz Intel Atom N450 processor (512 KB L2 cache, 667 MHz FSB) combines performance and energy efficiency to explore the Internet and stay connected while mobile. 160 GB hard drive (5400 RPM) 1 GB of RAM (800 MHz; 2 GB maximum capacity from single RAM slot) Integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3150 video processor with up to 384 MB dynamically allocated shared graphics memory 1.3-megapixel webcam integrated into the display bezel for easy video chats and conferencing 54g Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g) Three USB 2.0 ports VGA video output for connecting to an external monitor Stereo speakers with headphone and microphone jacks Fast Ethernet (10/100) 3-in-1 memory card reader compatible with Secure Digital (SD/SDHC), Multi-Media Card (MMC), and Memory Stick (MS/MS Pro) media Dell Remote Access enables you to easily access photos, music, movies and more on your home system using another Internet-connected computer. No more waiting until you get home to get the files you need. 2 GB of online storage with Box.net. enables you to keep important files online for easy access. Dell has partnered with Box.net to provide 2 GB of free Internet storage for every Inspiron Mini 10 customer. Store, access, collaborate and share any type of file through a secure, simple and intuitive web browser experience. Plus, you can purchase larger accounts to store more files. Dell DataSafe Online optional online backup service (additional charges applicable) offers data protection by enabling you to back up data to a safe, remote storage site using a broadband connection. Dell DataSafe Online is designed to be easy, flexible and secure. After setup, it will automatically back up data and help protect against software, hardware and catastrophic failure. Windows 7 Starter makes small notebook PCs easier to use because it puts less between you and what you want to do--less waiting, less clicking, less hassle connecting to networks. And Starter combines the latest in reliability and responsiveness with the familiarity and compatibility of Windows. Get more features with Windows Anytime Upgrade. It's the best way to add features to Windows 7, takes as few as ten minutes, requires no software or downloads, and you'll keep your existing programs, files, and settings. Windows will walk you through the simple upgrade process. Pre-loaded software includes Microsoft Works SE 9.0 for word processing and spreadsheet work. Up to 6 hours of battery life Dimensions: 10.5 x 7.8 x 1.3 inches (WxDxH) Weight: 3.1 pounds What's in the box This package includes the Dell Inspiron Mini 10 (iM1012-687OBK), 6-cell rechargeable battery, AC adapter, and printed documentation. It's backed by a 1-year limited warranty with mail-in service. The centrally located, easy-to-use Dell Support Center application offers provides personalized support resources. Conveniently located on your PC's desktop with quick links to service, support and system resources. You'll be able to keep your system up-to-date and running efficiently through automated fixes for common configuration issues. The Dell Inspiron Mini 1012.

Dell Vostro V13 Laptop Review

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 20:34:05 +0000

This time Dell introduces its new 13.3-inch Vostro V13 business laptop. The laptop weights only 1.6kg and is 16.5mm thick. Dell Vostro V13 is powered by an ultra-Plugins 1low-voltage Intel Core 2 Duo (ULV) processor, up to 4GB of DDR3 Ram, an Intel GMA 4500MHD graphics, a 500GB HDD. The laptop comes equipped with Bluetooth, a 1.3MP webcam, 802.11g/n wireless LAN, WWAN, Wi-Fi, a 6-cell battery pack and runs on Windows 7 OS.

Dell Precision M6500 Laptop Review

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 13:28:49 +0000

Dell introduces us the updated version of its 17-inch (1920 x 1200 display) Precision M6500 laptop with various degrees of LED backlightin. The laptop is powered by an Intel Core i7 quad-core/Core i7 Extreme quad-core CPUs, up to 16GB of DDR3 RAM, up to 500GB HDD/256GB SSD with space for 3 HDDs, a NVIDIA Quadro FX 2800M 1GB/ATI FirePro M7740 1GB/Quadro FX 3800M 1GB graphics card. Dell Precision M6500 comes equipped with Blu-ray drive or DVD drives, a/g/n WiFi, Bluetooth 2.1, optional UWB, WWAN (HSPA/EVDO Rev.A), FireWire, DisplayPort, VGA, 4X USB 2.0, ethernet, eSATA, audio in/out, ExpressCard, 8-in-1 card reader.

Dell Inspiron 13z Laptop Review

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 19:06:10 +0000

A new 13.3-inch Dell Inspiron 13z 1.79kg laptop released. The laptop can be powered either by an Intel Core 2 Duo or by an Dual Core processors, up to 4GB of DDR3 RAM, an optional NVIDIA GeForce G105M or an Intel GMA X4500MHD graphics card, a 160/500GB HDD. Dell Inspiron 13z comes equipped with a 13.3" Hi-def display with a 16:9 aspect ratio, a 1.3MP webcam, a built-in microphone, a 8-cell battery pack, wireless connectivity, integrated WiFi, optional mobile broadband, a DVD burner, Bluetooth and runs on Windows 7 OS.

Dell Latitude Z 600 Laptop Review

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 18:59:54 +0000

Dell introduces us its 16-inch Latitude Z 600 laptop powered by an Intel Core 2 Duo 1.4GHz SU9400 or 1.6GHz SU9600 processors. The laptop can be equipped with dual SSD drives, up to 4GB of RAM, wireless, USB, a 2-megapixel webcam, DVI, Bluetooth, WiFi, integrated 3G,