Provides access to Dailymotion, Mediafly, YouTube, Facebook, Flickr, Picasa and Internet radio stations.

Asus estimates, is also the first HD Media Player to support Acetrax, widespread video on demand in Europe.

Streaming content from the Internet should be a painless experience thanks to Wireless N and Gigabit Ethernet LAN support, and the Wi-Fi, you do not need to mess with the cables to do it.

Computer port

You can also use a USB hard drive, flash drive or SD card to play videos stored and read the contents of a PC, smartphone or tablet.

Supports all major video formats, audio and image and provides USB ports and HDMI 2.0.

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Smartphone Samsung is selling faster than ever, finally landed in the United States. Samsung Galaxy S II will be sold by Sprint, T-Mobile and AT & T and Verizon are required to provide the same type of phone in the near future. Sprint’s first model was launched under the moniker Epic 4G Touch and I use almost non-stop last week. “Samsung S Galaxy II, Touch, 4G Epic” is a strong competition among the ranks of Sprint’s 4G phones. Can you keep up? Read my full review during which the other sweet, I see the device as simple as the touch 4G Epic.

There are probably many people who think of light and fine touch 4G Epic feels cheap. I do not blame them. HTC devices sold aluminum or solid rock with beautiful soft-touch rubber case monocoque and the Apple iPhone is made of four metal and two sheets of glass. The Epic Touch 4G is not as strong, but better than most phones and of course issues a bond in the atmosphere. The Sprint model is almost identical to the European S GALAXY II, but offers a slightly modified design industry. The edges and rounded corners, angles unlike the AT & T and European models.

The Epic 4G Touch is powered by a 1.2GHz dual-core processor Exynos Samsung was much slower execution of any process, I threw it. Applications opened and closed almost immediately and was significantly faster than loading the droid, which has a single processor core running at 1 GHz

Samsung 4G Epic Touch offers a superb 4.52-inch AMOLED Samsung Super show. Despite sporting a lower resolution 800 x 480 pixel display that many other handsets with screens QHD, Super Plus AMOLED screen is still my favorite on the market. Blow Me Away colors every time, and the screen has received more than a few compliments from friends and strangers who have seen it.

The volume rocker is easy to reach on the left side of the phone, no 3.5 mm headphone jack on top, resting on the power button at the top right, and we microUSB port on the bottom. The muscle cell phone hardware, one would think that would be an HDMI output as well. Unfortunately, this is not, but you can purchase an accessory to connect your phone to HDTV

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And 12 months, we felt we had a little déjà vu, because   torch   9810 is hitting the shelves. And see, not much has changed.

With various external

The only thing you’ll see a completely different outer material is made.The BlackBerry Torch 9810 has been given a makeover and add a new coat.

He went white and black chrome finish, it was serious, but a little ‘plain, and the place is brushed metal and black effect, which seems a little’ polite.

Rear more problems than a striped pattern, but consists of a pseudo-silver mesh. This is just a model, but it catches the light well and makes the gadget seems more polished than ever.

Weight has not changed an ounce – is still 161g and feels like a small animal in his hand. It is not necessarily a bad thing – the kind of person who would buy this should show them too seriously.

But as we said in the original Torch 9800, this fall on the ground is known. As some scratches, we feel you might end up with your phone in the rooms .

Exactly the same size and the screen is still 3.2 inches.  resolution of Torch 9810   HVGA 480 x 360 VGA 640 x 480, which gives us a powerful experience.

It feels closer to the things that is a mark of “retina”, and as mentioned in our last review of the new Bold 9900 OS 7, black and white text now is clearer. Operating system seems almost to float new icon on the screen.

It ‘something that we can not get through the entire JPEG file, but you know exactly what you mean when you see it directly.
Buttons on the side as before – with the volume rocker with the right rubber, as well as greater comfort and a micro USB charging port on the left (without the left convenience key We got the RIM).

Fill out the buttons to mute and lock, and the speakers are quite impressive and dynamic.

Again, as before, the buttons on the front panel of the BlackBerry is the standard price (no surprise), and a sliding top that reveals the keyboard. It can provide a safety net for those who want to touch the phone, but still a bit ‘too nervous to go out and take only a touch-screen handset.
Inside you will find the 8 GB of internal storage (double the first 4 GB) and a space for memory cards microSD. This hot-swappable (yay!) but if you plan to run 32GB card, you may not need to change too often because you will have 40 GB on your person. But it is good to have choices and that’s something we do not hate you in the past.

BlackBerry 9810 called processors were also given the task of the turbo and now clock to 1.2 GHz, doubling the previous model. And it really shows a lot zippier performance.

OK, so it’s not dual core, some people may feel a bit cheated by. Therefore, your task will be to place the handset on the handset that does not require dual-core and not miss any of the technology here.

RIM describes this perfect for those who “need to form and function.”

This is PR speak for “people who want to do the job, but with a smile on his face.” And this is something that the flame does not offer BlackBerry 9810, due to the large screen lends itself to consume media and messages to hit.

But the real competition for the 9810 Torch comes from within its ranks. It will probably be bought by those who think they are a bit too mature for BlackBerry Curve 9360, but not always wish to pay for 9900th Gras

Or people who update the torch of origin, but – since the 9800 just released a year ago – most of them consumers will still be locked into a long contract.

9810 Torch will be published and therefore only “Coming Soon” at the sites of the SIM-free, with an estimated delivery date in late September.

Online, you should expect to pay around £ 475, which puts him in a new flagship phone, the Bold 9900. But only.

This is a high end phone that between the statesman-like Bold and sellers, as the curve regions.

And so, you will be required to pay the premium network. In fact, we can not see that you get it for free on contracts below £ 35 a month – and possibly the agreement and 24 months.

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What would happen if the iPhone 4 collaborated with a piece of bamboo? The result is a gadget with loudspeakers that are environmentally friendly and unique.

This is to be achieved iBamboo. Anatoliy Omelchenko made ??device is indeed somewhat creative. He was able to mix and match technologies that are embedded in the iPhone 4 with the natural beauty of bamboo to create a beautiful sound.

Omelchenko claimed to make 100% pure iBamboo of the many plants found in the Earth Indonesia. But with makeup and diligence possessed, he was able to make the device an elegant and pleasing to the eye.

In a video demo on Mactrast seen that iBamboo can work well. The voice that came out of the holes on both sides can be fairly loud.

One thing is for sure, iBamboo very environmentally friendly. Users do not need to be bothered with cables that dangle or be looking for an outlet to use it. Staying put the iPhone 4 in the top of the hole that has been provided, and the speakers made ??from bamboo was immediately in action.

Omelchenko added iBamboo a natural appearance can also make this device serves as a display in the living room. While a set price is USD 25

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Review Summary:

The PlayBook has enough enterprise goodies to make it appealing for business users, and once the email client and other needed apps ship, it will be appealing for everyday users as well.

Pros

Tough, solid build
BlackBerry Tablet OS responsive, fluid
Most complete tablet browser to date
Office apps superb

Cons

Missing basic apps at launch (coming soon, however)
No SD card slot
Power button way too small
Memory management needs work

BlackBerry PlayBook Full Review

RIM enters the tablet scene with the seven-inch BlackBerry PlayBook, which marks a handful of firsts. For the venerable mobile maker, the PlayBook is its first tablet, and it is also arguably the first BlackBerry product marketed for its consumer appeal. I’ve had RIM reps tell me that the PlayBook could be the first BlackBerry product many consumers own.

BlackBerry PlayBookThe PlayBook is also the first tablet running RIM’s new BlackBerry Tablet OS, which is based on QNX Neutrino (found in embedded applications, including in-car systems and the international space station). It is designed to be especially flexible and handle true multitasking.

Finally, it’s the first major, touch-based mobile tablet to contend with both Google Android and Apple iOS while also trying to elbow in on the Windows 7 slates currently targeting the enterprise.

Google, with its hardware partners, and Apple have spent the last year polishing and perfecting their tablet offerings, RIM is just getting started with its. Does the PlayBook contend out of the gate? Or is this first-generation tablet no good? Read on to find out.

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Editor’s Note, 5/04/2011: We will be updating this review and revisiting the rating as new PlayBook features come on line. The review has been updated to include information on the BlackBerry Bridge feature.

BUILD & DESIGN

The BlackBerry PlayBook doesn’t deviate from the standard rectangular tablet design. Just like its smartphone brethren, it looks extremely professional, sporting an all black body and display trim.

The seven-inch display dominates the front, as there are no physical buttons on the surface. BlackBerry branding appears just below the screen, and the three-megapixel front-facing camera appears above the display. RIM wisely decided to place the stereo speaks on the front-side of the PlayBook, with two thin grille slots placed on either side of the screen, between the frame and the body casing.

The PlayBook’s five-megapixel rear camera is found on the back of the tablet, just above the familiar BlackBerry logo. The lens is flush with the body, leaving it prone to smudges and scratches. A slightly recessed lens would have been preferable.

BlackBerry PlayBook

On top of the PlayBook sits a play/pause button between two volume buttons. The power button is directly to the left with a 3.5mm headphone all the way to the right. There are also two tiny holes in the top of the PlayBook, which I assume are the on-board microphones.

BlackBerry PlayBook

The remaining ports are on the PlayBook’s bottom, and they are micro-USB and micro-HDMI, as well as a proprietary three-pin charging slot. The PlayBook charges through the micro USB, but accessory chargers (sold separately) can slot into the three-pin port to charge it faster. The PlayBook sides are bare.

BlackBerry PlayBook

BlackBerry PlayBookBlackBerry PlayBook

Sans the display and frame, the PlayBook body is rubberized, which I prefer to the near all-plastic body of the other seven inch tablet, the Samsung Galaxy Tab, and the iPad 2’s aluminum back panel. The PlayBook feels much more solid than the others because of its smaller size and similar thickness. It also seems like it can absorb a drop or two, though I didn’t stress test the tablet.

The front-side speaker placement is also a design strength. I had issues with both the Xoom and iPad 2 speaker placement because the speakers were located on the backs of the devices. Sound should not be directed away from the listener.

The only design flaw outside of the flush rear camera lens comes in the form of the power button. It is too small and it also sits almost flush against the body. Unless you have long fingernails or a toothpick handy, it takes some effort to press and hold. On the other hand, I suppose that eliminates the chances of errantly powering down the PlayBook, and it’s really a minor gripe when considering the PlayBook’s otherwise excellent design. In addition, a software update prior to the official release added a power icon to the apps that makes powering down the PlayBook much easier.

I’m also not pleased with the lack of an micro-SD card slot. As I’ll detail in the connectivity section, there are plenty of ways to load media and documents on and off the PlayBook wirelessly or over USB, but I like having the flexibility of SD too.

BlackBerry PlayBook specs:

BlackBerry Tablet OS 1.0.1.1628 (at time of review)
7-inch diagonal capacitive touchscreen (1024 x 600)
1GHz Dual-Core TI OMAP 4430
1GB RAM
Choice of 16, 32 or 64GB capacity
Front-facing 3-megapixel, rear-facing 5-megapixel cameras, no flash
Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n), BlackBerry tethering option via Bluetooth for data connection
Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR
Micro-USB, micro-HDMI, 3.5mm headphone jack, 3-pin proprietary charge connector
5.1 x 7.6 x 0.4 inches (H x W x D)
.9 pounds
Ships with micro-USB cable, micro-USB charger, microfiber cloth, neoprene slipcover
Price at Launch: Ranging from $499 to $699

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The good: The Motorola Atrix 4G features a dual-core processor and a sharp qHD (quarter HD) display. The Android 2.2 smartphone has a sleek design and a 5-megapixel camera, a front-facing camera for video calls, and an HDMI port.

The bad: No 1080p HD video recording or playback at launch. You can’t install non-Market third-party apps. We didn’t experience great HSPA+ 4G data speeds.

The bottom line: The laptop dock is a decidedly cool (and pricey) feature, but the dual-core Motorola Atrix 4G has plenty to offer on its own. The smartphone packs speed and high-end features into a sleek package and earns its place at the top of AT&T’s Android lineup.

The review has also been updated with a clarification on third-party apps and more information about the slow upload speeds.

To say that AT&T’s Android lineup was lacking would be an understatement, but fortunately, it looks like the company has finally gotten the memo. The carrier introduced three new Android handsets at CES 2011, but the one that impressed us the most was the Motorola Atrix 4G. The Android 2.2 smartphone boasts a dual-core processor (Nvidia’s Tegra 2 chipset), 4G support, a 4-inch quarter HD display, and a front-facing camera that enables video calls over a cellular or Wi-Fi network. But wait, there’s more.

Motorola designed a laptop dock and software to work with the Atrix that would allow you to still access the contents of your smartphone but provide you with a more PC-like experience. It’s why we awarded the Atrix 4G our Best of CES Award in the cell phones and smartphones category, and it’s why we were so thrilled when we finally received the devices to check out.

In this review, we’ll focus on the Motorola Atrix 4G as a smartphone. (We’ve made some general observations about the laptop dock here, but CNET’s laptops and Netbooks editor, Scott Stein, has delivered a closer look at the accessory to see if it’s worth its steep price tag.) We can say that the Atrix excels as a smartphone. The dual-core processor delivers, and the Atrix finally brings some of the higher-end features that AT&T customers have been missing out on, such as video calls. Certainly, the laptop dock is a big selling point for the Atrix, but whether you decide to get the dock or not, you’re still getting one of AT&T’s best Android smartphones to date.

The Motorola Atrix 4G is expected to ship March 6 or sooner. The price for the phone alone is $199.99 with a two-year contract. AT&T will also offer a bundled package that includes the phone and laptop dock for $499.99 with a two-year contract and tethering add-on and after a $100 mail-in rebate. If you’d rather not sign up for the tethering plan, you can buy the dock separately (and use a Wi-Fi connection) from the phone for $499.99.

Design
Touch-screen smartphones are a dime a dozen, and it may seem like if you’ve seen one, you’ve seen ‘em all, but that’s not necessarily true. Each design has its highs and lows, and the same holds true for the Motorola Atrix 4G. Thankfully, there’s much more to like than dislike here. The Atrix is sleek and lightweight at 4.6 inches tall by 2.5 inches wide by 0.4 inch thick and 4.8 ounces. The handset’s slim profile makes it easy to slip into a pants pocket, and the rounded corners and tapered edges make it comfortable to hold.

The Motorola Atrix 4G is a compact and sleek device.

However, compared with the company’s other recent handsets, such as the Motorola Droid X and the Motorola Cliq 2, the Atrix doesn’t quite have the same premium feel to it. It’s still very much a solid device but just lacks some of the finer details like a soft-touch finish on back.

On the front, you’ve got a 4-inch qHD (quarter high definition) capacitive touch screen with a 960×540-pixel resolution. It’s comparable to the iPhone 4′s 940×640-pixel Retina Display, but since the Atrix has a slightly bigger screen, the pixel density isn’t as great, so text and images don’t look quite as smooth as they do on the iPhone. Still, the display is sharp and vibrant. As is typical, the screen washed out a bit in bright sunlight, but we were still able to see what was on the screen.

The touch screen is very responsive, both in terms of registering our touches and switching between portrait and landscape mode. And thanks to the dual-core Nvidia Tegra 2 chipset, general navigation felt zippier compared with any smartphone we’ve tested recently. Even a simple task, such as pulling up the app menu, was noticeably faster than on the HTC Inspire 4G, which uses a 1GHz Snapdragon processor.

Below the display are the standard Android shortcuts: menu, home, back, and search. There’s a volume rocker on the right side, and a Micro-USB port and an HDMI port on the left side. The camera and dual-LED flash are on the back, as well as the power/lock button, which sits at the top center. It’s a bit of an awkward location, but the button can double as a fingerprint scanner for extra security (to use, go to Settings > Set up screen lock).

The $189.99 Entertainment Access Kit includes an HD Multimedia Dock and remote control, a Bluetooth keyboard, and a wireless mouse.

AT&T packages the Motorola Atrix 4G with an AC adapter, a USB cable, an HDMI cable, and reference material. Aside from the laptop dock bundle, which we’ll talk about a bit later, AT&T also offers an Entertainment Access Kit for $189.99, which includes the Motorola HD Multimedia Dock and remote control, a Bluetooth keyboard, and a wireless mouse.

User interface
The Motorola Atrix 4G runs Android 2.2 with Motoblur. Though we weren’t huge fans of Motorola’s custom user interface when it first launched, the company has toned down the UI quite a bit and enhanced the customization abilities, so that it’s much more useful and reduces the information overload aspect of the previous version. One thing that does irk us is that you have to sign up for a Motoblur account when you first set up the device. Afterward, you can sign in to all your other e-mail and social network accounts to import your contacts, messages, and calendar appointments.

You get seven home screens that you can personalize with various widgets and shortcuts, such as a social network feed, weather widget, and mini media player. Interestingly, Motoblur now has a function very similar to HTC’s Leap screen feature where you can view all of your home screens in thumbnail view–not that we mind, since it allows you to easily switch between the screens.

For more about Motoblur, you can check out our review of the Motorola Cliq 2.

Features
Obviously, one of the big draws of the Motorola Atrix 4G is the dual-core processor. The smartphone is equipped with Nvidia’s Tegra 2 chipset, and if you want to get technical, this includes dual ARM Cortex A9 cores clocked at 1GHz and an ultralow-power GeForce GPU graphics processor–all this backed with 1GB of RAM. What this means for you is that you should experience snappier performance, faster browsing, and better gaming graphics, among other things.

Though we’ve only had the device for a short amount of time, we’ve certainly been impressed with what we’ve seen so far. In comparing the Atrix 4G with the HTC Inspire 4G, the difference in overall performance isn’t significant but it is noticeable. The Atrix was always just a tick faster than the Inspire when loading apps, menus, and tasks. Games were also snappier to load, and the gameplay was quicker-paced and smoother as well.

The Atrix also handled Flash content well. Though the Atrix and Inspire loaded the media–in this case, a CNET TV video on the phone’s WebKit browser–in roughly the same amount of time, the Atrix went on to play the video playlist without problem, whereas the Inspire couldn’t play it at all. We’ll continue to do more in-depth performance testing, but we wanted to give you an idea of what we’ve experienced so far.

Another feature supported by the Nvidia’s Tegra 2 processor is full HD 1080p video recording and playback via HDMI. Unfortunately, this feature will not be available at launch; instead, it will come at a later time through a software update, so for now, the Atrix can only handle 720p HD video capture and playback through HDMI.

Aside from 720p HD video recording, the Atrix’s 5-megapixel camera also offers a dual-LED flash, autofocus, and digital zoom. Editing options in the camera app are rather limited compared with competing products. You can select from one of five picture resolutions and a variety of scene modes and effects, but there are no white-balance controls, ISO settings, or the like. The options are pretty much the same in camcorder mode.

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The good: The LG Saber is slim and lightweight, with a decent keyboard for messaging.

The bad: The LG Saber lacks instant messaging and e-mail support, photo quality is poor, and call quality could be better.

The bottom line: If all you want is a bare-bones messaging phone, the LG Saber is a decent entry-level offering for U.S. Cellular.
Review:

LG hasn’t made too many slate messaging phones. It usually opts for slider or flip models like the LG Rumor Touch and the LG Lotus Elite. However, it chose the straightforward candy bar design for the LG Saber, which is available for U.S. Cellular. It’s not exactly a high-powered handset, with its VGA camera and lack of media player, but it does offer a good keyboard for simple messaging needs.

Design
The LG Saber does not exactly bring to mind the cavalry sword that inspired its name. It’s not sleek or shiny, and with its blunt … Expand full review

LG hasn’t made too many slate messaging phones. It usually opts for slider or flip models like the LG Rumor Touch and the LG Lotus Elite. However, it chose the straightforward candy bar design for the LG Saber, which is available for U.S. Cellular. It’s not exactly a high-powered handset, with its VGA camera and lack of media player, but it does offer a good keyboard for simple messaging needs.

Design
The LG Saber does not exactly bring to mind the cavalry sword that inspired its name. It’s not sleek or shiny, and with its blunt curved corners, it’s not liable to put a scratch on anything either. Still, the Saber has an understated appeal with its slate-gray coloring and compact size. Measuring 4.51 inches long by 2.35 inches wide by 0.52 inch thick, the Saber fits comfortably in the hand, and at 3.56 ounces, it won’t leave a dent in your pocket either.

The LG Saber is a simple and compact messaging phone.

We give props to LG for providing a decent 2.2-inch screen for a simple messaging phone like this. It even supports 262,000 colors and a decent172x220-pixel resolution. Graphics are not as sharp as we would like, but colors look good and text is legible enough. You can adjust the font type, the style and size of the dial fonts, the clock and calendar, the menu style, and the display timer.

The navigation array on the Saber is quite slim and narrow. The two soft keys, for example, are rather skinny and feel flush to the surface. Still, they can be pressed easily and we had no problems navigating the menus. There’s also a square toggle with a middle OK key, a dedicated camera key, a Clear key, and the usual Send and End/Power keys. In standby mode, the toggle also provides shortcuts to a list of Favorite contacts, a My Menu list of up to 12 user-defined applications, U.S. Cellular’s Easyedge online shop, and the calendar.

Beneath the array is a compact QWERTY keyboard. The numbers are marked in orange, and there are also dedicated punctuation keys, a voice command key, and a speakerphone key. The keys feel a little slippery, but luckily they’re raised above the surface in domed bumps so it was still easy to send off a quick text message. We found we needed to use our fingernails most of the time due to the small keys, but we did appreciate the larger space bar in the middle.

On the left spine is the Micro-USB charging jack, while the 2.5mm headset jack is on the top. Both openings have plastic toppers. We normally prefer 3.5mm jacks so we can use our own headphones, but as the Saber doesn’t have a music player, we’re okay with the 2.5mm jack. The volume rocker is on the right spine and the camera lens is on the back. There’s also an external speaker on the back, but no LED flash or self-portrait mirror.

Features
The LG Saber holds up to 1,000 contacts in its phonebook, and each entry can store up to seven numbers, two e-mail addresses, a Web address, and a memo. You can customize each entry with a picture ID for easy identification. You can also organize your contacts into caller groups, and customize them with ringtones and message tones. The Saber provides up to 33 tones for you to choose from.

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The first thing you’re likely to notice about Sprint’s HTC EVO 4G is its size: this smartphone is big. And so is its display, which measures a whopping 4.3 inches. But pick up the EVO 4G and you’ll be blown away by its speed. This is one lightning-fast phone–even if you can’t experience the phone in all its 4G glory.
4G Wireless

As the first 4G phone to hit stores, 4G wireless support is the EVO 4G’s headline feature. Sprint says its 4G network can offer download speeds that are ten times faster than a 3G connection, which will give the “HTC EVO 4G the fastest data speeds of any U.S. wireless device available today.”

But 4G is still a new technology and the network isn’t yet available in many places. The network is not available in the Boston area, where I live and where I tested the EVO 4G. But I was still impressed by the phone’s speed.

For more information on 4G networks, read What Is 4G Wireless and Where Is Sprint’s 4G Network Available?.
Price and Availability

You will pay a premium for all that speed, though. Sprint is offering the HTC EVO 4G for $199.99 when you sign a two-year service agreement. That’s a very reasonable price for such a full-featured phone, and is comparable to what AT&T charges for the iPhone 3GS and what Verizon Wireless charges for the Droid Incredible.

But that premium I mentioned, well, you’ll be paying it every month. Sprint requires a PDA/Smart Device service plan with the HTC EVO 4G, such as the carrier’s $69.99-per-month Everything Data plan. But Sprint also requires a $10-per-month Premium Data add-on for its 4G service — and that add-on plan is required whether you live in an area with 4G coverage or not.
Design

Measuring 4.8 by 2.6 by 0.5 inches, the EVO 4G is larger than any other smartphone I’ve seen. It was large enough that I couldn’t fit it in the cell phone pocket of my bag, which is just large enough to hold my iPhone 3GS. The EVO 4G weighs 6 ounces, which is noticeably heavier than the 4.8-ounce iPhone 3GS.

The tradeoff for that bulk is the giant 4.3-inch screen, which offers plenty of real estate for viewing Web pages and typing with the on-screen keyboard. It’s also bright and clear, boasting a high resolution (800-by-480 pixels).
“HTC EVO 4G”

HTC’s EVO 4G features a kickstand, so you can prop the phone up to watch video.
HTC

Below the display, you get four touch-sensitive buttons: home, menu, back, and search. The minimalist design is attractive, though I did wish for a power button on the face of the phone. (It’s located on the top of the handset.)
Making Calls

Call quality was very good in my tests over Sprint’s 3G network. Voices were loud and clear, though I did notice some occasional crackling sounds in the background. And while the EVO 4G is a wide and heavy phone, it was comfortable to hold during calls. At first it felt too large when held next to my ear, but I soon got used to its size.
Software

The EVO 4G runs the latest version of Android, 2.1. That’s a definite plus, as new phones don’t always ship with the newest version of Android. Another plus is that the Android Market continues to grow, so you’ll find plenty of third-party apps in there. At last count, the Market had more than 35,000 titles. Read my full review of Android for more information.

The EVO 4G also features HTC’s Sense interface, which offers some useful options for navigating through the Android OS. HTC has added new features to the Sense UI, include one called Leap, which lets you view thumbnails of the apps that you have open, so you can switch between them or close out of them. The Sense UI also includes Friend Stream, which lets you view information such as social network status updates.

The combination of Android 2.1 and HTC Sense is a winning one. The phone’s interface and menus look slick and polished (something that’s not always true of Android phones), and navigating through its many options is a snap.
Browsing the Web

Sprint says the EVO 4G features a “custom browser” designed to take advantage of the 4.3-inch screen, and it’s a noticeable improvement over other Android-based browsers. Too often, Android browsers require that you access simple browser functions (like the address bar) through a menu. Not so on the EVO 4G: the menu bar is where you’d expect it and you can go back using the handy button just below the screen. As a nice touch, the browser also offers support for Adobe Flash, so you can view embedded videos and animated Web sites.

In addition to the 4G connection, the EVO also supports 3G and Wi-Fi wireless networks, so you have plenty of options for speedy Web browsing. I tested the phone over both 3G and Wi-Fi networks, and found its speed to be plenty fast. Web pages and videos loaded quickly.

You’ll also be able to use the phone as a mobile hotspot, to which you can connect up to 8 Wi-Fi enabled devices. To use the mobile hotspot service, you’ll have to pay an additional $29.99 a month, though.
Camera

The HTC EVO 4G features two cameras: an 8-megapixel camera on the rear and a forward-facing 1.3 megapixel camera. The front-facing camera can be used for video conferencing, while the rear camera captures still photos and video clips.

My photos were impressive, with sharp details and bright colors. Moving subjects sometimes came out blurry, though the built-in flash helped alleviate that problem. The camera also features auto-focus, which you can activate by tapping on the screen, as well as settings for adjusting the contrast, brightness, resolution, and more.

The camera can capture video clips at a resolution of up to 720p, and my test videos looked very good, with crisp images and strong audio.
Music and Multimedia

The EVO 4G includes a decent list of multimedia features, starting with the HTC Sense music player that’s much better than the standard-issue Android version. Its interface is much more appealing, and, overall, it’s much easier to use. Like all Android phones, the EVO 4G offers one-touch access to Amazon’s MP3 store for DRM-free music downloads. It also features an FM radio, but you’ll have tp purchase a headset with an antenna to take advantage of that feature.

Video features include a YouTube app and a variety of Sprint services, including Sprint TV, which offers a mix of live channels (showing the same content you’d see on your TV) and content that has been specially packaged for viewing on your mobile phone. I watched a baseball game on ESPN and noticed occasional stuttering and buffering. But I was impressed by the level of detail I was able to see on the 4.3-inch screen.

The EVO 4G also includes a kickstand, so you can prop it up on a table for viewing videos. It also includes a mini-HDMI out connection, so you can view your photos and videos on a bigger screen (though you’ll have to purchase of an HDMI cable).
Bottom Line

Taking advantage of all the EVO 4G’s features is expensive, especially if you–like most people–live in an area without 4G service. Even without 4G service, though, this HTC EVO 4G is one of the most impressive smartphones available today.

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Apple’s WWDC is still a few months off, but rumors already are beginning to swirl about what iPhone-related announcements the company is likely to make at the June event. The latest speculation is that Apple may announce an iPhone with an 8-megapixel camera, powered by a Sony sensor.

The rumors of a Sony-supplied camera gained steam last week when the Wall Street Journal’s Walt Mossberg sat down with Sony CEO Howard Stringer at an event in New York. As reported by 9to5Mac, Sony’s CEO made a comment about supplying cameras to Apple, but did not offer any firm details on what type of camera it would supply.

Another source, TheStreet.com, reported back in April 2010 that Apple had “picked Sony’s 8-megapixel camera chip for the 2011 iPhone.” The report says that information was obtained from “supply and manufacturing sources.”

Nothing has been confirmed, but — as 9to5Mac points out — that same report from TheStreet.com correctly predicted that the iPhone 4, which had not been announced at that time, would contain a 5-megapixel camera.

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But I just don’t think I’ll be waiting in line for the Nintendo 3DS when it launches in the United States on March 27.

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