Apple Launches iOS 4.2, Brings Multitasking to iPad

Apple today launched iOS 4.2, the latest version of their mobile operating system that brings multitasking and other new features to the iPad tablet.

iOS 4.2 is available for download to iPad, iPhone and iPod touch now.

Here�s the press release:

Apple� today announced that iOS 4.2, the latest version of the world�s most advanced mobile operating system, is available today for download for iPad�, iPhone� and iPod touch�. iOS 4.2 brings over 100 new features from iOS 4.0, 4.1 and 4.2 to iPad including Multitasking, Folders, Unified Inbox, Game Center, AirPlay� and AirPrint.

�iOS 4.2 makes the iPad a completely new product, just in time for the holiday season,� said Steve Jobs, Apple�s CEO. �Once again, the iPad with iOS 4.2 will define the target that other tablets will aspire to, but very few, if any, will ever be able to hit.�

iPad users can now run their favorite apps and switch between them instantly, while preserving iPad�s legendary battery life. Users can organize their apps with drag-and-drop simplicity using Folders, and Mail now features a Unified Inbox, fast inbox switching and a threaded message view.

Game Center allows iPad, iPhone and iPod touch users to challenge and play friends or be matched automatically with new opponents, showcase their scores and achievements, and discover new games their friends are playing.

AirPlay is a new feature for streaming music, video and photos wirelessly from iPad, iPhone and iPod touch to Apple TV�, transforming Apple TV into a great accessory for iPad, iPhone and iPod touch. iOS users also will be able to use AirPort Express� and AirPlay to stream wirelessly to any stereo or powered speakers, or directly to AirPlay-enabled speakers coming to market in the months ahead.

AirPrint is a next-generation Wi-Fi print architecture that dramatically simplifies printing by completely eliminating printer drivers. AirPrint enabled printers including the HP Photosmart, HP LaserJet Pro and HP Officejet will be the first to support printing direct from iOS devices. iPad, iPhone and iPod touch users can simply tap to print their documents or photos wirelessly to any printer that supports AirPrint.

The Find My iPhone (or iPad or iPod touch) feature is now free to use without a MobileMe? subscription and helps you locate your missing device.* The Find My iPhone app is a free download on the App Store? and lets users easily locate a missing device on a map and have it display a message or play a sound. Users can even remotely lock or wipe data from a lost device to protect privacy.

Other new features that iOS 4.2 brings to the iPad include: the ability to rent TV episodes directly to iPad using the iTunes� App with a 30 day viewing window and a 48 hour session window once playback is started; the ability to easily find and highlight specific words and phrases on web pages in Safari�; enhanced enterprise support so businesses can take advantage of stronger security features, new device management capabilities and improved enterprise integration; industry-leading accessibility enhancements; and support for 25 additional languages, including Korean, Portuguese and Traditional Chinese.

The revolutionary iPad allows users to connect with their apps and content in a more intimate, intuitive and fun way than ever before. You can browse the web, read and send email, enjoy and share photos, watch HD videos, listen to music, play games, read ebooks and much more, using the innovative Multi-Touch� user interface. iPad weighs just 1.5 pounds, making it easy to carry and use anywhere.

Today, customers have downloaded more than seven billion apps from the groundbreaking App Store and more than 300,000 apps are available to consumers in 90 countries, with more than 40,000 native iPad apps. Over 125 million iOS users around the world can choose from an incredible range of apps in 20 categories, including games, business, news, sports, health, reference and travel.

Availability

The iOS 4.2 update is available today to download to iPad, iPhone and iPod touch by syncing the device with iTunes 10.1. iOS 4.2 is compatible with iPad, iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, second and third generation iPod touch (late 2009 models with 32GB or 64GB) and new iPod touch. Some features may not be available on all products. For example, Multitasking requires iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, third generation iPod touch (late 2009 models with 32GB or 64GB) or later.

*The free Find My iPhone feature is available for iPhone 4, iPad or new iPod touch (4th generation).

Acer Aspire RevoView Full HD 1080p Network Media Player

Acer revealed a new Aspire RevoView network media streamer DLNA certified machine. It�s support full HD 1080p playback, internal swappable 3.5-inch HDD support up to 2TB which can use to share media between Acer RevoView and your computer/laptop on the same network.

Acer Aspire RevoView includes two USB 2.0 ports, an HDMI port, 10/100 ethernet, S/PDIF optical, digital, component and composite. The codecs      support including MKV, MP4, H.264 and even ISO.

The Aspire RevoView comes with a handy 26 keys remote control for media playback functions and the main function can be access through dedicated keys for such as videos, photos and music. RevoView networked HD media player should go on sale in the UK on 8 November, pricing being set at 120 pounds sterling (193 US dollars)

Audio-Technica ATH-BT04NC Bluetooth Noise-canceling headphones

Some of you might remember when we discussed some of the new Audio-Technica headphones on display at CES 2011, and they have more.

These are the ATH-BT04NC Bluetooth noise-canceling headphones that support Bluetooth A2DP and hold up eighty-five percent of the surrounding noise.

They are compatible with Bluetooth 2.1 +EDR, and I don�t really have much more detail about them at this time.

I do have a price point and availability date, though. Expect them in Japan next month for about 15,000 Yen or about $180.

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New Xperia Arc review

On 6 January, Sony Ericsson launched its latest product, including to one of the Xperia family, Xperia Arc. Xperia Arc touted to have advanced technology and classified to the smartphone. In addition, this Sony Ericsson�s first output in 2011 has a high level of art with a very attractive design. And for the plus plus, this new smartphone is one of android from Sony Ericsson. It�s completed with Android 2.3 Operation System which is better known as Gingerbread.

Attractive design of the Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc can be seen from its very slim and lightweight body with a thickness of only 8.7 mms and 8.1 mms a the thinnest part and wide touch screen in 4.2 inch. Although thin, Xperia Arc is design with strong materials that can survive in various conditions.

Relatively small internal memory only 512 MB. But it can support an external memory up to 32 MB and obtain additional external packet memory 8MB. Processor used is 1 GHz Qualcomm and network connections UMTS, HSDPA, GPRS / EDGE.

The camera is a high quality camera with 8.1 mega pixel lens which has many applications include in a professional camera such as Auto Focus, Face detection, image stabilizer, noise Suppression, Smile Detection, Touch Focus, Touch capture and video light.

For you lovers of beautiful technology, definitely can not wait anymore for SonyEricsson Xperia Arc to be distributed in Indonesia in the first quarter of 2011 with choice of colors: midnight blue and misty silver.

Samsung CL65 / ST1000 Digital Camera

Do you want the world's first camera equipped with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Geo-tagging capabilities? Say hello to the incredible 12megapixel Samsung CL65/ ST1000, the most innovative pocket camera on offer today. It has an exceptional 5X optical Schneider-Kreuznach lens (35mm to 175mm), a 12-megapixel CCD sensor and dual optical/digital image stabilization, as well as a range of unique Samsung digital camera features.

The Samsung CL65/ ST1000 allows you to geo-tag photos via built-in GPS connectivity that adds specific city- and country-based location data, so you will never forget where you took that favourite photo again. Also, this camera makes it even easier to share the photos you love, allowing you transmit photos wirelessly via Wi-Fi or via Bluetooth 2.0. It also has this cool new technology called wireless DLNA which allows the camera to share photos and video with DLNA-compliant HDTVs and photo frames.

This highly advanced camera sports a 3.5-inch high-resolution touchscreen LCD and amazing gesture and accelerometer based interfaces, allowing you to control image playback or change settings by swiping your fingertip or by tilting the camera. Just like on an iPhone! But, this isn�t just a great camera it also has 720p HD video recording (H.264 at 30 frames per second) which can also be shared and geotagged just like your photos.

With the Samsung CL65/ ST1000 its incredible features will never fail to give you exceptional photos and fun, buy one here and start snapping and geo-tagging without delay.

Sony Ericsson�s ActiveSync Feature 2011

Microsoft� Exchange ActiveSync� is a feature that allows you to synchronize your phone with your email, contacts, and even your calendar using wireless connection. Sounds cool and handy huh? Well, the Xperia line from Sony Ericsson has offered the feature to help the users manage their activities and work life. You could share your images, music, videos, application, and work documents from your computer to your phone, and vice versa. The exchange can be done through USB cable, infrared, or Bluetooth connection.

The ActiveSync � sometimes several people refer it as Exchange ActiveSync � was first released in 2002 with the version of ActiveSync 1.0. Today, the ActiveSync version has been up to 14.1, released in 2008. The various versions are made to meet the requirements for safe protocols, server implementation, and patent system.

The reason why Sony has included ActiveSync as one of the mobile feature is because the company understands the need to have back-up data, in case anything goes south. The process for transferring and sharing don�t need to be complicated and difficult, that�s why they decided to have the ActiveSync feature installed on the company�s device. It seems that consumers go along with the company�s plan, since the feature does help them a lot.

iPod Nano Video (5th Gen)

What can you say about the new iPod Nano? The Nano is the best selling iPod for a reason. It is just 3.6-inches in height 0.24 inches in depth and it weighs just 1.28 ounces. This means it can fit into any pocket or handbag and not be any sort of burden. It is especially convenient for exercising and listening to your favorite tunes on the go. It comes in lots of different colours including blue, grey, green, pink and yellow so you're sure to find your favourite in the bunch. All of the features above were always standard with the 4th gen iPod nano.

However, the new nano has really kicked it up a notch. It keeps the same great form but it has some fantastic new features. Among these is the feature the player needed most- an FM radio. The FM radio on the 5th generation nano has live pause and shows exactly what you're listening to. It also has a great new iTunes tagging feature. This means if you hear something you like on the radio, you can tag the song and iTunes will remember all your tagged music for later.

If you want to use your nano for exercising, you can let it help with more than your music needs. If you can't afford an unlocked 3gs iphone, the built-in accelerometer can keep track of your steps to allow you to use this device as a pedometer. If you purchase the Nike + iPod sports kit, you can keep track of things like time, pace, distance and even calories burned. You can then connect your nano to your computer and review your workout stats.If you see anything remarkable while out and about with your nano, it now has a built-in video camera that allows you to record video in both landscape and portrait. There are even special effects you can use while recording like sepia and mirror. Connect this tiny video camera to your computer to easily upload your masterpieces to YouTube, Facebook and more.

The fifth generation iPod nano is much more than a music player. Buy yours today to see what it's made of.

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