BlackBerry 10 coming with video chat, screen sharing and new task manager

By Groshan Fabiola

Although Research In Motion’s BlackBerry 10 is still under development and not yet a finished product, there is a set of leaked slides showing BlackBerry Messenger (BBM) boosts and a new task manager. According to these newly leaked slides, BlackBerry Messenger is set to be updated in a big way with not only full-on video chat but also screen sharing for all. With BBM, you will be able to capture a photo as well as tap one of your vast collection of apps to share outright – Facebook, Picasa and Flickr. You can also seamlessly transfer between video chat and screen sharing, which is great for directions for businesses. Besides, with BBM, you will be able to share to one person or to your newly forge BBM Group if you wish as well. Apart from featuring the video chat and screen sharing, the Blackberry 10, which is slated to launch on January 30 simultaneously in multiple markets across the globe, will come with a new task manager for the OS called "BlackBerry Remember.” This new feature will help you capture and keep clean all of your notes from all different directions. It can also sync with Outlook and may include Evernote integration.

RIM’s new phone BlackBerry 10 is set to release at the end of January 2013 and it will include the video chat feature that includes screen-sharing capabilities, a la Skype.

The BlackBerry 10 will include the new task manager “BlackBerry Remember,” which allows you to sync with Outlook for email and work directly with Evernote right out of the box.

The BlackBerry 10’s widgets, app lists, homescreens and a unified inbox are merged into one slick interface that offers up an easy-to-navigate user experience.

The upcoming smartphone’s main homescreen will comprise of “Active Frames,” technically mini-applications giving users an overview of information from a particular app and launching the full version when tapped.

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Best budget laptops for students

By Jim Baker

Just a few years ago, a budget laptop was, by default, a big and ugly plastic box. At that time, the Celeron M and lower-end Pentium Processors were the king of Intel's market of laptops and notebooks. However, the year 2012 is considered as the first year when budget laptops really got a fair shake. There is a wide range of laptops with some surprising features that make them only cost under $600, and you can receive the same performance as a more expensive model. The number of cheap laptops, from 11-inch ultraportables to 17-inch desktop replacements, continues to grow thanks to technology advances.

Here are some of the best budget laptops priced under $600 currently available for a variety of different uses and prices.

1. Acer Aspire V5-171-6867

If you want a power ultraportable giving you all the performance you're looking for from a mainstream laptop at a low price, the Acer Aspire V5-171-6867 is unbeatable. The device crams the horsepower of a full-fledged ultrabook into an 11-inch ultraportable. The laptop also offers the excellent set of specs and features including a Core i5 processor, 6GB of RAM, a 500GB hard drive and HDMI. Additionally, the Acer Aspire V5 is equipped with USB 3.0, Bluetooth and stuffed into a very small Netbook-like body. The laptop sells for just $550.

2. Lenovo ThinkPad X130e

The Lenovo ThinkPad X130e is the inexpensive and kid-oriented product that carries the ThinkPad branding and design. With rubberized bumpers, a tough build and easy-to-access ports, this device is really much suitable with students, travellers or businessmen who have to travel seriously. The X130e is powered by an AMD Fusion E-300 processor, having an 11.6-inch HD LED display and four gigs of RAM. With excellent keyboards, the laptop is available at $499.

3. HP Envy Sleekbook 6

The HP Envy Sleekbook 6 is the sharpest-looking laptop whose most amazing feature is that it manages a fantastic 8 hours 45 minutes away from the mains. It helps you last an entire working day on a single charge if you stick to light tasks such as word processing. The laptop is also powered by a mid-range A6-4455M processor running at 2.1GHz which is more than capable of handling everyday online tasks. Moreover, the keyboard and touchpad of the HP Envy Sleekbook 6 are similar to what the other new HP Envy laptops offer. This wonderful laptop costs you only $599.

4. Dell Inspiron 17R

If you are seeking for a laptop at maximum screen size for minimum investment, the Dell Inspiron 17R is a good choice. The device has a monstrous display, a Core i3 processor and Nvidia graphics into a 38mm thick, 3.3kg chassis. The laptop is also designed with 6GB of RAM, a current-gen Intel Core i5 CPU and a 750GB hard drive. Moreover, the touchpad of the Dell Inspiron 17R is big enough to be useful on a 17-inch laptop. Its keyboard is Dell's standard variation on the widely spaced, island-style, flat-topped one in most current laptops. The device starts at a price of $599.

5. Sony Vaio E Series SVE11113FXW

The 11-inch Sony Vaio E has a sharp design plus decent graphics and good battery life. This laptop has good off-axis viewing from the side and support with an app called PlayMemories, for managing photos and videos. It also has another app called Media Gallery, which manages photos and videos (and music). The laptop’s current price is $449, which keeps it from being counted out along with the outstanding features.

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iPhone 5 vs Samsung Galaxy S3: Which one is better?

By Michael Hudgen

The two smartphones Iphone 5, officially presented in San Francisco on Wednesday morning, and Samsung Galaxy S3 seem to be the most powerful ones on the market these days. The Iphone boasts a 4-inch "retina display" screen and will be the thinnest Apple smartphone at just 7.6mm thick while Samsung Galaxy S3 has an enormous 4.8-inch HD Super AMOLED screen, which displays vivid color and deep blacks at a maximum resolution of 720 x 1280. In terms of operating system, the iPhone 5 runs IOS 6, and Samsung Galaxy S3 runs the latest Android version “Ice Cream Sandwich”. Although the iPhone 5 will be LTE-powered, they may still lag behind compared to Samsung phones, which have long been LTE-capable. In addition, the iphone 5’s Siri will support for launching applications. Frankly, it's hard to say which device's interface functions more seamlessly or features the best apps - for the time being.

It looks like the iPhone 5 is actually following the lead of the Galaxy S3 in some features such as width and height.

Apple ups the screen size from 3.5-inch to 4-inch display that permits a fifth row of app icons on the home screen.

On paper, the two devices are exactly the same, offering an 8-megapixel primary camera and HD video at 1080p.

The iPhone 5 is made from glass and aluminium and will be the thinnest Apple smartphone.

The iPhone 5 will ship Sept. 21 in the U.S., UK, Canada, France, Germany, Australia, Japan, Singapore and Hong Kong. The launch will occur in additional countries on the 28th and in 100 countries by the end of the year.

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Top 10 Best Headphones 2012

By Marc Marseille

Different people have different definitions of cool headphones. It may come to wireless Bluetooth, medical-grade silicone or Stormtrooper-white earbuds. However, many share one point, sound. Whether you live for the bass of hip-hop or sail to the sounds of smooth jazz, here are 10 headphones with great sound.

The AKG K 350 offers high-quality audio performance and iPhone controls. It also features in-line microphone and volume control. It is compatible to iPhone and best for portable DVD, CD and MP3 players.

AKG K 350 features technical specifications including inline microphone, volume control, iPhone Compatible and carrying pouch.

Phiaton PS 20 BT features wireless Bluetooth audio transmission. The excellent headset makes tracks with deep bass sound distorted and full.

SOL Republic Tracks features detachable cable and iPhong/iPod/iPad controls. The controls sit along the cable around mid-chest, so it is convenient to see the volume up and down.

The 1 True-Fit earphones feature excellent audio quality, an inline volume control accessory, and a 3.5mm-to-1/4-inch adapter. The phones come into different sizes and shapes.

Altec Lansing A1 Custom Single Driver Earphone

Although the Altec Lansing A1 Custom Single Driver Earphone lacks iPhone controls and a mic, it packs a punch in its media-grade silicone earpieces. The phone offers unboosted bass response and significant passive noise isolation.

The AKG K 490 NC offer effective noise cancellation. It charges without batteries. Users can charge via USB cable.

The Klipsch Image ONE Headphone has classy leather outer panel. Owners can wear it for hours as the leather headband adds extra comfort.

The Soul by Ludacris SL99 is part of the second generation of audio offerings from rapper Ludacris. With strong bass and tweaked high frequencies, the SL99 is one of the top contenders for Hip Hop and R&B

Instead of a cable running from your head to the computer, the Logitech Wireless Gaming Headset G930 connects to a USB device, letting you listen to music or communicate via Skype through the headphones and microphone while you move around freely.

The Sennheiser CX 680 Sports features an in-ear design which help the earpieces stay in place during intense workouts while waterproof materials mean you can sweat on the earphones or even rinse them off.

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