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VoIP and Its Increasing Impact on Mobile Networks

Posted by on Friday, 17 December, 2010 No comments

A report released in mid 2010 analyzed the impact of mobile VoIP on next gen cellular networks. Both mobile and wireless industry has unbelievable growth expectations as this technology becomes more accessible, whether through WiFi or 3G and 4G networks.

The question is, can voip wireless phone actually fulfill customer’s expectation for saving, or will mobile carriers carry on to block access to technology that many people think that it is an almost free of charge wireless solution?

The adoption of VoIP for mobile by some telecommunication leaders has effected the growth of better availability, better quality audio, and faster data connection. However, Flat rate mobile pricing continues to change wildly and each mobile start-up has its own restrictions and deals designed to get the most out of each client.

IP is expected to become the primary transport for future data access, and carriers are being forced to accept the fact that mobile VoIP will be the key player in integrated IP-based communications and also next gen wireless processes.

While smartphone vendors are including applications so users can download and use third-party VoIP clients over WiFi and broadband networks, many cellular operators keep on to prohibit the use of wireless voip on their cellular networks, or force hefty surcharges.

The primary argument that mobile operators use to fight the cost effective lure of VoIP is the claim that VoIP used on the cellular networks can’t offer good quality, reliability, and efficiency compared to that supplied by GSM network. 60% of European mobile operators restrict or prohibit the usage of VoIP on their mobile data plans, and the US is also no much better.

However, while high definition voice have become standard on all smartphones, the argument that mobile IP communications is udner standard will cease to hold water., Even though mobile carriers can be expected to keep on trying toblock access where possible, mobile VoIP is here to stay.

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HTC HD7: A Genius Phone

Posted by on Wednesday, 20 October, 2010 No comments

The HTC HD7 is already set for release in the coming months- surely other mobile smartphone manufacturers are already in the lookout for this killer phone. HTC HD7 is a 100% entertainment phone with its HD Video Capable camera and an application which allows the user to tweak the acoustics using an equalizer to make the audio and video richer than ever!

The HD7 also runs with the Windows 7 Phone OS and a 1 GHz Processor meant to deliver a rich and savvy HD experience. This powerful OS and Processor is packed inside a sleek and shiny black casing giving it an elegant and classy feel.

Its large 4.3 inch touch sensitive screen utilizes the multi-touch feature and is indeed very responsive- no lags, no screen crashes, no nonsense. The phone also boats a 480 x 800 pixel resolution and is able to handle HD videos and games, as well. Its accelerometer and sensor also allows for auto screen rotation. Plus, the on-screen keyboard is comfortable for messaging and typing in stuffs without the discomfort of pressing multiple buttons at a time.

The 5 megapixel digital camera at the rear of this mobile phone gives the user the ability to shoot decent HD videos in 720p aspect ratio as well as picture perfect still images with the Auto Flash and LED Flash feature of this phone. Dolby and Surround Sound Systems are also integrated in this phone allowing users to experience the best entertainment possible.

The HTC HD7 also has the HTC HUB feature which allows the user full access to piles of applications of different categories. Social networking networks are also embedded in this phone allowing widgets for Facebook, Twitter, Flickr, Windows Live and the likes.

In terms of connectivity, the HTC HD7 allows WLAN connection, 3G, EDGE and GPRS. With these choices on the table, being able to connect to the vast world-wide-web wouldn’t be hard for the user.

HTC HD7 is more than a smartphone- it is genius. With a lot of features and capabilities of this genius-phone, no doubt this mobile device would be the phone of the year, if not the phone of the decade. Find out what HTC HD7 contracts are available with mobile phone comparison.

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Samsung Fascinate

Posted by on Friday, 15 October, 2010 No comments

samsung fascinate Samsung FascinateBUILD & DESIGN

The Samsung Fascinate seems to have been at first confused for an Apple iPhone, but then turned around so that it offers an exciting opinion that it is very much not an iPhone.

Overall, there’s no creak or bend to the Fascinate. But I have this weird feeling that it might be a bit too slick. Many times after sliding it into my pocket, I flat out forgot that it was there. Some other people that I asked about it expressed similar concerns, but were overall impressed with the weight and design.

Screen
As with many smartphones these days, everything starts with the screen, and the Fascinate doesn’t disappoint. The 4-inch WVGA (800 x 480) display is bright and clear in most situations, taking solid advantage of the Super AMOLED screen technology which is both thinner and gives off some truer blacks than other types of screens.

I did notice though that the default (and adjusted) brightness levels were noticeably lower than that of the Epic 4G (the Sprint variant of the Samsung Galaxy S). I’m not exactly sure if this is a manufacturing issue, or a conscious decision on Verizon’s part in order to eek out a bit more life from the Fascinate

An improvement seems to have been made with the screen’s refresh rate, though. With other Galaxy variants, I noticed just a little bit in the way of screen lag with gestures, but not so with the Fascinate. And there was even a bit of an improvement after a recent system update in terms of how fast touches and gestures register.

The screen is not a fingerprint magnet. Most taps on the display are acknowledged by an audible “pop”, but you can turn this off if you wish.

Keyboard
As the Fascinate is a tablet-style smartphone, all input is done via the screen using either the landscape keyboard, portrait keyboard, or voice.

By default, the keyboard is set up to use the Swype input system. This works very well, and after using it with various Android OS and Symbian devices I’m finding it very easy to use for all but the most complicated of words.

The landscape keyboard is well spaced and easy to deal with for most input needs, but I find that it takes a lot of the screen real estate and I only use it when I needed longer phrases, or when Swype in portrait mode was becoming cumbersome in longer SMS/IM sessions.

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BlackBerry Bold 9650

Posted by on Saturday, 19 June, 2010 No comments

BlackBerry Bold 9650 214x300 BlackBerry Bold 9650RIM is at it again with the BlackBerry Bold 9650, the successor to the BlackBerry Tour. The smartphone successfully delivers the best of BlackBerry’s features: the latest operating system, the best keyboard, camera, Wi-Fi and more.

Despite its outdated looks, the Bold 9650 seems poised to take over the role of most-desirable BlackBerry for Sprint and Verizon users. It’s available now from Sprint for $200 with contract, and Verizon will release it soon.

I’ve only had the device for a short time, but that’s enough to offer my first impression.

BUILD & DESIGN

You won’t be blown away by the looks of the 9650. In fact, after the initial unboxing I had to look twice to make sure that this was actually a new device. It looks almost identical to the BlackBerry Tour 9630, with the exception of an optical trackpad and slightly smaller dimensions. It couldn’t be more obvious that the new model is the replacement for the Tour, despite the new name.

Screen/Keyboard/Trackpad
The screen is crisp, vivid, and bright. Happily, it seems RIM has resolved the issue we saw with the Tour where the screen would ripple from the corner when pushing a talk button.

The keypad is taken almost directly from the Tour, maintaining the same layout, color scheme, and the same great rubbery keyboard.

The trackpad seems a little finicky but hopefully that’s just part of the learning curve.

Other Design Elements
Unlike the Bold models offered by AT&T and T-Mobile, the 9650′s back plate doesn’t sport any faux-leather. Instead it has a simple textured plastic center piece on a standard black matte finish.

There is a rocker key across the top for the mute and lock keys, but no dedicated media keys like we’ve seen on other RIM models.


PERFORMANCE

In keeping with its mission of delivering a top-quality device, the 9650 comes loaded with BlackBerry OS 5.0, which includes a collection of useful apps including email, a web browser and a calendar.

With the recent updates to the OS, the line between basic BlackBerry Enterprise Server (BES) features and the consumer-oriented BlackBerry Internet Service (BIS) features continues to be blurred, which is a great thing for BIS users. Features that were once available only to corporate users are becoming available to individuals.

There don’t seem to be any major improvements or changes to this specific flavor of the OS compared to the versions on other RIM offerings.

Other Features
The Bold 9650 offers 3G (EV-DO Rev. A) and support for UMTS/HSPA overseas, so it can be used in the U.S. and abroad.

Unlike its predecessor, the Tour 9630, the smartphone offers Wi-Fi.  It also has Bluetooth.

Call quality is good so far, though the speakerphone can be a little choppy at the highest volume settings.

RIM includes its nearly-standard 3.2 megapixel camera with auto-focus and flash, and the lens is slightly offset from the center on the back of the device.


PRELIMINARY CONCLUSION

The BlackBerry Bold 9650 isn’t groundbreaking. Normally it would be a huge step for the CDMA crowd, envious of the 9700. However given how capable the Tour is, the only real improvements seem to be more connectivity and the trackpad.

Apple iPad

Posted by on Friday, 29 January, 2010 No comments

apple ipad 300x231 Apple iPadThe long awaited Apple version of the “tablet” has arrived with the announcement today of the new Apple iPad, set to hit stores in April of this year. Much like a glorified iPod Touch, the Apple iPad sets a bar above and beyond the typical new tablets. Apple’s CEO Steve Jobs unveiled the new gadget today,  explaining that this new launch is an enhanced combination of a smartphone and laptop.

Construction

Experience this and more on its large Multi-Touch screen, measuring 9.7 inches. With a high resolution, LED-backlit screen, the crisp display allows for an impressive 178 degree viewing angle, with perfect colour and contrast in any light. The touch response has been re-engineered, and the large surface makes it easy to do exactly what you set out to.

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