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Sony Ericsson XPERIA X2 with 8.1 Megapixel Camera is Lighter Than X1

TheFuture — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 06:18:05 +0000

The Sony Ericsson XPERIA X2 with its 3.2” touchscreen has been officially unveiled after its sleek-looking predecessor X1. If you consider dimensions, the latest X2 is close to its previous version; however, it’s lighter than the X1. The X2 features a redesigned keypad just like that of a netbook and reveals by sliding out the upper portion. The 8.1 megapixel camera is one of the major upgrades of X2. The custom panel interfaces have been enriched with fourteen preloaded and sixteen more downloadable ones. Besides, it is the debut of Windows Mobile 6.5 operating system as default on a Sony Ericsson handset.

[Press Release]

Live life in the fast lane with the XPERIA™ X2 from Sony Ericsson. Designed for those who always need to be connected, whether it’s for business or personal life, the XPERIA™ X2 blurs the boundary between work and play.

London, UK – September 2, 2009 – Today Sony Ericsson announces the XPERIA™ X2 a new Windows® phone that offers a best in class email and multimedia experience. In the modern world where 24/7 communication is key, users can instantly synchronise their mail and calendar and open and edit Microsoft® Office Mobile documents quickly and efficiently to stay connected with colleagues wherever they are.

The XPERIA™ X2 also includes the unique SlideView feature, which provides quick access to frequently used phone activities. Providing quick interaction with contacts, messages, media and more, SlideView gives an overview of missed incoming activity, notifying the user of any missed calls, e-mails and text messages so users don’t overlook an important contact.

With 14 specially designed preloaded XPERIA™ panels and 16 more to download, users can work with no boundaries with the XPERIA™ X2. From Skype, Mytopia and Google™, to games, CNN and Windows Live™, the panels ensure users are up-to-date with what matters most to them. With an improved touch interface and new 3D signature panel users also benefit from flexible desktop panels designed to categorise business, fun and communication features. Just set favourites to appear during certain times of the day and can get the latest news in the morning, YouTube™ at lunchtime and games for the journey home.

Powered by QWERTY messaging, Windows Mobile® users can even show their presentations on the big screen with the TV out cable – the XPERIA™ X2 makes a day at the office a walk in the park.

“In the fast moving world we live in, the need to stay connected has never been so important.” said Sumit Malhotra, marketing business manager, Sony Ericsson. “We constantly rely on our mobile phones as an extension to the office and the XPERIA™ X2 debuting with Windows Mobile® 6.5, allows users to work quickly and efficiently while on the move. The XPERIA™ X2 also features a new range of interactive panels as well as SlideView, which provides quick access to frequently used phone activities – perfect for those who need to see any missed incoming activity at a glance.”

Entertainment is not compromised on XPERIA™ X2. Enjoy amazing multimedia with the 3.2” high resolution touch screen and DVD quality and take advantage of the 8.1 megapixel camera to capture and instantly share experiences with friends and family. Personalise the panels and users can access Facebook™ to upload their party or holiday images and they can chat with friends across the world via Skype. Whether it is music, photography, email, video or gaming the XPERIA™ X2 has it all.

“Windows® phones allow people to manage their whole world – from work to home to play – on a single handset,” said Stephanie Ferguson, general manager, product management, Microsoft Corp. “The XPERIA™ X2 taps the powerful messaging and multimedia capabilities in Windows Mobile® so customers can be in touch, productive and entertained wherever they are.”

With the need to stay connected 24/7 Sony Ericsson has designed XPERIA™ Services, a bespoke and unique after sales package designed to help XPERIA™ X2 users get the most out of their mobile phone. With a specialised technical team standing by to support busy users and talk through the outstanding features the XPERIA™ X2 has to offer users can get help from troubleshooting to how to access their favourite websites. And if their XPERIA™ X2 stops working while they are abroad, XPERIA™ Services can replace the mobile phone via a simple phone call.
XPERIA™ Services really has been devised with the consumer in mind and to help consumers discover more about their XPERIA™ X2.

Live life without boundaries

* Windows Mobile® 6.5 – work on the move easier
* Make the most of the day – flexible desktop panels categorised for life: communication and fun, multimedia, business and internet
* Work without boundaries – instant synchronisation of mail, calendar powered by QWERTY keyboard messaging and Windows Mobile®
* Slide view – quick access to frequently used phone activities and overview of missed incoming activity
* Present documents on the big screen – TV out cable
* Never get stranded – XPERIA™ exclusive travel insurance
* Enjoy amazing multimedia – 3.2” high resolution touch screen and DVD quality
* 8.1 mega pixel camera with Photo light – easily upload images to web albums
* Real 3D panel – 3D effects and zoom, music playback controls

Big business meeting? Arrive charged with the Car Charger AN300 – ultra fast, ultra-safe and ultra-reliable. A perfect accessory for the XPERIA™ X2, it charges 40 per cent faster than most car chargers – just plug into the cigarette lighter and go.

XPERIA™ X2 supports GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900 and UMTS/HSPA 850/900/2100. XPERIA™ X2 will be available in selected markets from early Q4 in the colours Elegant Black and Modern Silver.

Designer : Sony Ericsson

Neoclassic and Good Grip for New Nikon Coolpix Series by Nikolay Komarov

TheFuture — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 04:58:12 +0000

The product line of Nikon Coolpix series will be enriched if they are agree with these two innovative models of new digital camera by figuring out the new marketing prospects. These two concepts are named as Neoclassic and Good Grip which is an extraordinary example of attaining the same goal with the means of different approaches. Neo Classic has a familiar and contented classic shape with stylish accessories that connects digital functions with analogue processes that can bring digital technology to mass users. Good Grip, on the other hand, is easy to use and comfortable to handle. The interface contains necessary and useful functions only that can be easily understood.

Designer : Nikolay Komaro

Let’s Imagine What an Apple Netbook Might Look Like

TheFuture — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 03:33:42 +0000

Netbooks are mainly characterized by their weight, screen size, price, battery life and ability of internet connection. According to some reliable sources, Apple will introduce their first Netbook very soon which is definitely a very good news for Apple lovers. Well, the Retrevo team has imagined what an Apple Netbook might look like. To evaluate the performance of this forthcoming device, some key features may be taken under consideration. Battery life is a big issue for portable pc and a gesture-based touch pad is another attraction. Other main features would be connectivity, operating system, cameras and videos. Undoubtedly the Apple Netbook will be on top of all these requirements. Additionally, quality audio, GPS and accelerometer are some other attractive features.

Designer : Wendy Lui via [Retrevo]

Sony Ericsson Premiere 3 Walkman Phone by KDDI

TheFuture — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 02:16:14 +0000

The cell phone market over the years has turned out to be a segment with the least shelf life, thereby a constant process for manufacturers to come up with new models. Today cell phone is not just an instrument to make and receive calls but far beyond that. The new walkman phone Premiere 3 by KDDI for Sony Ericsson, slated for spring release is a powerhouse so to say. It features a 3″ VGA screen, auto focus camera, and a memory of 2GB and weighing a meager 113gms, and quite compact in size. The colors are quite vibrant and with video in demand feature and also remote control for walkman, it sure is a model to look out for. There’s no info on pricing yet.

Designer : KDDI

Speak To Me (STM) Bracelet Cell Phone by Nicolas Nicolaou

TheFuture — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 08:20:04 +0000

This new device is an electronic wrist watch and a mobile phone at the same time. It works on the both touch screen and voice recognition technology and the phone may be activated or deactivated via the green or red line given in the device. It also has a built in scrolling function that allows the user to move between various functions that is available on the device. It also has a built in camera which enables the users to click pictures and be able to send the same in real time. Well must say that it’s quite a chic product!

Designer : Nicolas Nicolaou

Nintendo Will Launch A New Family Member, a Nintendo Dsi

TheFuture — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 08:40:56 +0000

Nintendo is one name in the field of video game consoles which needs no introduction. Even if you are not a game addict, you must have heard it from others as there are millions of people from all over the world who are the die-hard fans of the Nintendo products. They are about to release a brand new member of the Nintendo DS genre which will not only feature better functionality bit also enhance your gaming experience. The device will be released in Japan initially and then in the European market.

Nintendo DSi is the third product which is a much improved version of the Nintendo Light. In fact the company has emphasized and considered the user feedbacks while developing this new gadget. Most of the gadget freaks like their favorite widget to be as lightweight as possible. This aids in carrying them on long tours without increasing the weight of the backpack. The Nintendo DSi is about 2.6 mm thinner than its predecessor Nintendo Lite. But as a user you need not worry about the durability of the product because at Nintendo they can never ever compromise on this particular factor.

A large screen obviously wins over the smaller ones as they look much more appealing to the users of all age groups. Keeping this on mind the Nintendo DSi is provided with a powerful LCD screen that is around 8% larger than the previous one. You get to view the graphics on a larger way than before which improves the game’s appeal indeed. The quality of sound is much more improved this time. The device will also include the function of playing audio and a camera as well. Though the camera is not a high resolution one, it features a set of 11 different lenses which aids you to add special effects to the photographs. This is going to overwhelm most of the users for sure as none of the nearest contenders have it all in them.There are certain features which you can use and alter by the touch screen option like speeding up the game and change the pitch of the audio player. Apart from the internal memory, there is provision to inert a SD memory card which is definitely an added advantage of the device. There are quite a number of innovative features included in the portable Nintendo DSi which makes it a gamers’ delight.

Source : Nintendo

“Transparency Watch”, Click and Share !

TheFuture — Fri, 28 Nov 2008 07:06:55 +0000

The new camera cum watch design is surely a perfect example of getting the best together. The watch though is priced on a higher side, it does have some very useful functions. The “Transparency Watch” can be connected to computer and a distribution list can be selected. Once a picture is taken using the camera attached to the watch, one can just click again and share the picture with the distribution list thus sharing the same in real time. So all one needs to do is select the people to whom the data is to be sent and then it’s just connect, click and voila you are in touch!

Designer : Alex Diener

Egg Mobile Phone Design is Great for Youngsters and Elderly People

TheFuture — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 09:11:06 +0000

With the cell phone companies vying up to attract new customers, on these lines comes what the designer call as the egg phone. The instrument is shaped in elliptical shape and looks more like an egg. It is a touch screen device with all the regular features like MP3 player, camera etc which all have been synonymous with all high end phones these days. A USB port is available for charging or transferring data. It is available in attractive colors and will surely grasp the attention of all the youngsters, well not just youngsters, even elderly people might love this cell phone because of its big numbers, easy for the eyes. Now, one can say that this is one egg that you really can’t eat!

Designer : Roman Tubl

Mintpad : Digital Note from Mintpass

TheFuture — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 11:07:22 +0000

Mintpad is a new digital marvel which just adds to the fun of passing notes to the next level. It’s a tiny little device and one can just scribble on the screen without the use of key boards and passes the information via Wi-Fi. It makes you feel more connected with both the sender and the receiver getting the information in the hand written form. Priced at $156, Mintpad is available right now only in Korea, it comes loaded with a 4 GB memory with other facilities like media player, web browser and camera, in real terms it’s a tiny powerhouse.

Designer : Mintpass via Dvice

Yacht with V-Hull Design Submarine by James Hur

TheFuture — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 07:01:33 +0000

The unique features and elegant appearance of this cabin crew adds a whole new dimension to yachting. This long and slim profile yacht is specifically designed for high speed and to enjoy under sea explorations. There is a swiveling camera with infrared vision in order to expose the most astonishing views of the mysterious underworld life. This yacht sits in 100 feet platform having the capacity to accommodate up to 4 guests and 4 crew members. The V-hull design submarine is targeted towards daredevils who desire excitement of extreme expeditions as well as benefits of exclusive lavishness. The entire body is made up of layered LCDs for providing different color ambience and opacity.

Designer : James Hur