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  • CES 2014: New Bravia HDTV Lineup Announced by Sony


    An all new HDTV lineup from Sony is on display this week at CES 2014. A number of HDTVs will be included in the Bravia series including the W630B, the W850B, and the W950B.

    All the new releases will feature top notch technological advancements that Sony hopes will take it back to the premier position in the TV market.

    Sony's new flagship TV, the W950B series incorporates various HD goodies such as the TRILUMINOS Display that works together with the X-reality Pro Engine from the company. The second tier W850B HDTV series will have a wedge shaped design that tries to offer an alternative to the paltry sound that is common with most flat screen TVs.

    The ClearAudio plus sound processing will be integrated in all the new models. This feature tries to offer a clearer dialogue in a one sound package. A revamped user interface is also expected on the new HDTVs for online streaming as well as video messaging.

    The Live football mode will also be features to offer soccer programming with a live stadium experience. The new Sony Bravia series will be available in stores this spring.

  • Samsung to Launch Galaxy S5 and Galaxy F Series in 2014


    Latest reports indicate that Samsung has plans to release its next generation gadget – Galaxy S5 together with the Galaxy F series in early 2014.

    Initially, speculations about Galaxy F appeared on the internet in September 2013 but no much has been heard again until now.

    ET News, Korean media, citing sources from the industry, reports that Samsung created its Galaxy F prototype in Europe recently and has shifted to its Vietnam branch, possibly for mass production.

    While there is no solid evidence to ascertain the report, many people believe that Samsung’s mystery device – SM-G900F may turn to be the brand new Galaxy F.

    Antutu benchmarking site had indicated that SM-G900F (the current Galaxy F) would have a full HD display (1920x1080p), Snapdragon chipset (MSM8974AC), CPU speed of 2.45GHz, 3GB RAM, Android v4.4 KitKat OS, 32GB inbuilt memory, front camera of 2.0-megapixel, and main camera with 16.0 megapixel.

    Also, Galaxy S5, which is said to be in the production line, will feature a huge (5.25-inch) display with 2560x1440p resolution and a metal shell, 64-bit architecture, KitKat OS, 16-megapixel main camera that uses ISOCELL technology, 4GB RAM, front camera of 2.1 megapixel and biometric technology for unlocking screen.
    Samsung is expected to release both Galaxy S5 and Galaxy F at once, either March or April.

  • 2014 Predictions for Cloud Storage Services

    A lot has happened in the world of cloud storage. The market has had room for new vendors like Dump Truck. 2013 saw the launch of new cloud storage devices for industries including EMC, Verizon, Lenovo and Colt Telecom. This shows that vendors expect a huge demand for cloud services. Here are the 2014 predictions for cloud storage.

    1. 1.Services are likely to close down their free storage offers

    2. Expect a Box and DropBox IPO in 2014

    3. Because of the NSA and PRISM debacle, most of the non US companies may want to stop hosting their data from the US.

    4. When handling data, most companies are more concerned with security. So, more file sharing outlets are expected to follow the SME’s lead as they try to retrofit auditing or logging in their product offers.

    5. More companies are likely to want an encryption of remote data with keys they can control. This may become a part of security playbook for companies.

    6. In 2014, companies will expect more from their storage solutions. For example, will these solutions help to solve their business issues, integrate corporate governance and aid in policy implementation?

    7. Expect big data to continue dominating hype cycles for the cloud storage vendors and expect a rise in new products as well.

  • Local Businesses Seek VoIP Device Engineers and iPhone Developer

    As the festive season comes to a close and as the New Year kicks on, potential employees and employers will find the first quarter of 2014 an important period. Having said this, you should make Mendham-Chester Patch one of the sites you visit the most.

    At mendham-chester.patch.com, you will come across a number of local companies searching for both part-time and full-time employees. Aside from this, you may just find an opportunity that may transform your career for good.

    Although no businesses in the Chesters or Mendhams are searching for new employees this week, there is an opening for a few jobs in the technology industry. A HTML/iPhone Developer is on demand in Rockway for an upcoming retail company. This employer wants an employee with an experience of one or two years in iPhone development. The remuneration ranges between $80,000 and $100,000 a year.

    In addition to the iPhone/HTML opportunity, another company in Basking Ridge is in search of a test engineer for IMS/VoLTE devices. The potential applicant you should have several years of experience in different fields but of course related to the post mentioned.  This position will be based on a contract.

  • SurDoc Gives Android Users 100GB Free Cloud Storage, Android Support, and SSL Encryption

    Android users in need of additional cloud storage need to find out SurDoc’s plans of providing free storage up to 100GB alongside SSL security encryption and Android support. You can find lots of popular cloud backup services in the industry but SurDoc offers interesting plans. Although this company has been around for some time, most Android users may not be acquainted with it.

    Currently, SurDoc has three plans for its users ranging from the 100GB to the unlimited storage plan, depending on your budget. Although the free plan comes with 100GB of storage, it has a few shortcomings such as allowing you to view or annotate just 30 docs a month.

    However, the 100GB plan of $2.5 a month eliminates some of these limitations, moving your document support to 300 docs a month. Lastly, a plan of $8.33 a month accords you unlimited storage in addition to removing other restrictions.

    Surprisingly, SurDoc suggests your cloud data is under the protection of prying eyes and than no one can access it, not even SurDoc’s staff.

    To access the SurDoc application on your Android, you should visit the Google Play Store and download it free. However, you need 4.7MB of storage and Android version of 2.2 and above. Besides, the company has Mac and PC apps that allow users to backup and manage their documents. The web interface allows users to access their own accounts using other devices.

  • Just Like LG, Samsung Announces Its Own 105-Inch Curved HDTV

    Within hours after LG announced its 105-inch curved HDTV, Samsung also reported that it will have a huge, curved TV that will be displayed at CES in January. This seems to be the ongoing trend.

    Samsung will showcase the curved TV at the CES (Consumer Electronics Show) in Las Vegas. The screen will exceed the standard 3,840 by 2,160 resolution commonly seen on 4K HDTV’s. Thus, the screen’s resolution will be about 5,120 by 2,160. This will give the screen an aspect ratio of 21:9 rather than the standard 16:9 aspect ration commonly found on most HDTVs and on 1080p. Besides, the number of pixels will exceed to 11 million from 8 million.

    Considering the earlier announcement that LG made, Samsung is referring to its 105-inch, curved UHD TV as the first, biggest and most curved TV device. While ‘most curved’ may be a hard claim to oppose, first and largest may be questionable as LG’s 105UB9 4K HDTV will also be at the same show.

    It is worth noting that LG’s 105UB9 is a 105-inch screen as well with a 5.120 by 2,160 resolution plus an aspect ratio of 21:9. Since both concepts are shared by Samsung and LG, it will be difficult to rule out in of the screens as the winner.

    Interestingly, neither Samsung nor LG have reports whether their screens will be accessible for sale. Therefore, if you would like to purchase the 105-inch, curved HDTV in 2014, you may not easily find it. And even if these gadgets are availed, you can anticipate a price tag of over $20,000 just for one of the models. In the meantime, both curved and big screens will be showcased at the CES unless of course one of the companies reports commercial availability at the showground.

  • China Mobile Boosts Subsidies While Waiting For Conclusion of iPhone Deal


    China Mobile, the world’s leading phone company, is set to use a lot of money on subsidies in the coming year as it endeavors to lure its customers to the new speedy service and boost the sale of smartphones by as much as 42%.

    The company is planning to sell 220 million smart devices in 2014 as compared to 155 million that was sold this year. Xi Guohua, the Chairman of China mobile indicated this in remarks made on the carrier’s micro blog account. The official China Daily newspaper reported that China mobile is yet to conclude a legal agreement with the Apple Company to sell the iPhone.

    Guohua Xi indicated that subsidies for handsets are set to expand from the 27 billion CNY or $4.4 billion that was spent in 2013. The carrier also hopes to get much more of the 759 million customers to the faster network with more expensive voice & data plans.

    According to the official Xinhua News Agency, China mobile has entered into agreements with handset manufactures Xiaomi Corp and Lenovo Group Ltd. (992) to provide smartphones running on the fourth-generation network.

    At a developer’s conference in Guangzhou, CEO Li Yue told developers that the 4G service provides a new future and will popularize different types of applications innovations. On December 4th, China mobile got regulatory approval to start commercial services on the 4G network.

    The China Daily wrote that Xi indicated that China mobile hopes to conclude the agreement with Apple as soon as possible. Apple, which currently does not make handsets that are compatible with the China mobile’s 3G networks, has agreed to make an iPhone that will run on the 4G network.

  • NobelApp Premier VoIP App That Works with the Current Nobel Phone Cards

    Nobel Ltd, a significant player in the telecom market globally will be launching NobelApp, a unique app for android and iPhone smartphones. The NobelApp is a very practical tool for many people across the world that make use Nobel’s phone cards since it is compatible with all the current company products.

    NobelApp can be used by everyone who is looking for a low cost and reliable international calling solution, even if they are not Nobel clients. Some of the unique features from the NobelApp include an all round connectivity where users can make calls using their local access numbers or use of their data connection or Wi-Fi to make calls.

    The app also provides very competitive international call rates to different parts of the world. It also has a 24/7 live integrated chat support for all users that require help. The app also enables international mobile phone recharge and Call history for more than 270 cell phone networks worldwide as well as worldwide text messaging that is available when clients buy NobelApp Credit.

    Alongside the NobelApp, the company has also launched the NobelApp Credit, which is a new and unique product that is perfect for the newly introduced calling solution. Customers are able to buy NobelApp Credit worth $10 to $150 for sending text messages, making international calls, recharging prepaid mobile phones in over 270 cell phone networks across the world.

    NobelApp can be used with any previous product from Nobel including Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald & Diamond from the enjoyprepaid.com website together with the Call, Hello, Talk, and 1 second products from the nobelcom.com website. Currently, NobelApp can be downloaded for free from Google Play and App Store.

  • A New Concept on How an iOS-Inspired Apple HDTV Might Look

    Many people are expecting Apple to release an Apple smart watch before a HDTV. Nevertheless, a new concept provides an interesting look at how a smart HDTV that has been inspired by the iOS might look like. The concept is attributed to Andrew Ambrosino, the designer who gave us the highly enchanting OS X 10.11 concept a few days ago.

    The Apple HDTV concept is extremely captivating, despite the hardware shortfalls. The Apple HDTV OS concept, much like the earlier OS X 10.11 concept gets a big chunk of its inspiration from the iOS 7 from Apple.
    The concept comprises of a dock for icons at the bottom part of the HDTV's screen and notifications will be appearing at the top-right corner. The HDTV also features Spotlight text field that enables searching throughout the system as well as a built in Siri for hands free control of the HDTV.

    There have also been talks of Apples interest in 4K as well as 8K displays for use in future iDevices such as iPads or Apple HDTV. However, according to Tim Cook, Apple chief executive officer new categories of products are expected to be launched in 2014. Most analysts expect this comment to mean the so called iWatch, with the Apple’s dedicated HDTV set to be launched in 2015.

  • Sharp Slashes the RRP of 4K TV by $3K


    According to last month’s announcements, Sharp had priced its new 4K Ultra High Def 70" TV at A$12,999, this being several thousand more than the 65" 4K TV's sold by Panasonic or Samsung.

    However, it seems now to have had an epiphany and announced a drop in the price by $3,000 to $9,999, according to a representative from the company. This is more than 25% reduction in price.

    Sharp announced that it is cutting the price following a market review. This is after last month’s announcement that it would review pricing for the 4K TV.

    The ultra high definition TVs, also known as 4K that are four times the resolution of HDTV are not cheap, but the prices have come down dramatically in the past 12 months.

    The price tag in the US market for the Sharp LC70UD1X TV was US$7499, almost half the original Aussie RRP price.

    The Sharp 4K TV has undergone rigorous testing and is the first THX-Certified 4K TV, ever. The new price tag for the 70 inch 4K TV is effective immediately.