iPad mini: depth analysis, complete review

iPad mini: depth analysis

I have spent several days trying to understand what is the iPad mini that I love so much, it makes me use it even more than his brother. What do I have to eat the words he said with enthusiasm quite a few months ago "do not need a smaller iPad" or "iPad mini would be a mistake." But here I am, writing this review, looking at the tablet and thinking "Where have you been all my life?"

Unlike what many think, the first impression when you hold the iPad mini in hand is not its size, is its weight. It is extremely lightweight, only 308 grams. Apple has applied the same reasoning iPhone design: colors black / graphite or white / silver, use of materials such as metal, beveled edges, cuts and elements thereof, including the side buttons are the same color as the rest of the apparatus. If the iPhone 5 is built like a Swiss watch luxury iPad mini is the equivalent of a European sports car, small but attractive too.

No other tablet in the same category as you approach the beauty, quality of construction and size benefits. Having a screen with 4:3 aspect can show up to 42% more than similar devices without increasing the size of the entire device.

The second impression (if you already have a device with retina display) is that it does not. Where once we looked a little "exquisite" what not to see the individual pixels, the screen again "no retina" can be strange, can be a disappointment, if you're picky about the details.

Impress that two inches can make such a difference in size and weight. Followed by a surprise long as they pass the days in which you really realize that you can not use it, that in this type of devices, contrary to what many thought before, the weight makes a huge difference.

My dilemma these days is: I like both the iPad mini in size or so I like that is extremely light? If Apple sold a 10 inch iPad 300 grams, would you prefer that? I honestly do not know. What I have clear is that if you forget about the technical characteristics, you are holding something close to perfection of what a mobile device should be.

Screen

The approach to the invisible gadget which I speak enough in my reviews of Apple devices is even more evident in the industrial design of the iPad mini. The edges around the screen are even smaller, giving this even more important.

It is important to understand this because in the post-PC world, most relevant to device capabilities, is what allows you to do. And everything the iPad lets you do is focused on the experience you have with the screen.

In that sense, the quality is similar to the screen of the original iPad or the iPad 2 , but with two significant differences:

    IPS technology that dramatically improves the viewing angles, colors much more vivid offers faster response times

    Same amount of pixels, but in a smaller space, so everyone is more together and it makes things look "better." There is a difference in 8-inch 1024x768 1024x768 at 10. The iPad mini offers 163 pixels per inch, while the iPad 2 has 132.

The screen experience is exactly the same as with other iPad. Nothing changes. The look is the same, everything is a bit smaller, no other noticeable change. Those who were concerned in a degradation of the user experience on a screen smaller than 10 inches may be quiet, is nonexistent.

This happens mainly because Apple decided that the screen has the same aspect ratio (4:3) than in the "big" version, so no need to re-design applications for this size, not to do modifications of any kind. They behave like plain and simple.

But you can see the pixels, which is one of my only two criticisms of the device. Apple has accustomed us to the retina display. iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, MacBook Pro 13 "and MacBook Pro 15" screens that are impossible to distinguish individual pixels. Not the case of iPad mini, which, although it has 8 inches and more pixels per inch, I continue to see.

I think part of the "Apple Experience" (if it exists) is that each graphic display interfaces in their best. That level of quality was imposed with the retina display. Me happy and I had been removed. As the days get used to not using a retina display, it is true and it is a situation of "one for another" much less weight in exchange for a screen not so good. If you really need retina, choose the heavier iPad. At least that is the situation in 2012.

If the retina display is so important, then why offer an iPad mini without this feature? The answer is curious: Have you noticed that even though we are in the fourth generation of 10-inch iPad, Apple is selling the iPad 2 does not have retina display? It is because it is still very sold, which means that not everyone will need a screen resolution so. At least not now, and is an advantage that many are willing to "sacrifice" in exchange for lower prices.

Performance

The iPad mini features the same processor as the iPad 2, a dual-core A5. Does that mean it has a comparable performance? Not necessarily.

According to Geekbench, the iPad mini has a rating of 751, which is not only faster than the iPad 2 (721), but is on par with the speed of the third generation iPad (758). Definitely can not compare with the number thrown by the fourth generation iPad (an impressive 1,763), but on a day to day is more than enough for the vast majority of the things we do. Even games. With more capacity coming applications that make better, but I feel that during these months is more than enough.

I would still like to see more, and this is my second review. I know there is a price undertaking, but the sales volume generated by the iPad mini should not be a problem. A similar A6 processor included in the iPhone 5 as a little closer to perfection.

Connectivity

The iPad mini I'm using for this review is the Wi-Fi version. The variant with 3G/LTE not be available until the end of November, so I can not give details of the actual speeds that can reach connected to a mobile operator. We know that this area generates enough interest, especially after seeing that even in places like Spain do not yet have access to LTE, we reach speeds of 20 megabytes per second with HSDPA + on the iPhone 5.

We hope in a few weeks to access a test unit with 3G and make a specific analysis in this regard.

As for Wi-Fi, as previous iPads, not only can connect to 802.11g, 802.11n networks also in the 5GHz spectrum, reaching speeds of 54 megabits per second or more, which is pretty good when it comes to stream high quality video.

Battery

The battery is probably one of the things that most surprised me the iPad mini and exceed the numbers promised by Apple. They say about ten hours with normal use (browsing, connected to Wi-Fi, video playback, music), but on a day to day can be more. No wonder the usage time exceeds eleven hours.

Pretty impressive.

Conclusion

I believe history will repeat itself. When Apple launched the iPod mini (and some time later the iPod nano), many felt that it was pointless to launch a player a little cheaper, but much cheaper, with lower specifications in exchange for a smaller size. The iPod mini iPod became the best selling. Most likely the same will happen with the iPad mini.

The iPad mini by weight, portability and price is very close to perfection as mobile devices are concerned. To do this you need two things: retina display and a processor on par with other Apple devices (ultimately an A6 as the iPhone 5). If I did, my score would be 10 out of 10 final.

A $ 329  is very difficult not to take one. It complicates the urge to discuss the purchase. Benefits such as low are indisputable. Surprise price read reviews, but surprisingly, even some pretend that Apple is setting the rules of industry prices, which never happened.

The iPad mini is a great example of when the result is greater than the sum of its parts. In many ways (especially technical) is less than its big brother, including the competition, but the reality is that it becomes even better. It has become an irreplaceable part in my day to day and has a permanent place in my bag.

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Nokia 109, background analysis

Nokia 109, background analysis

I have dubbed Nokia 109 and is a new member of the Nokia family. It is, as you could see by the first images, of a fairly basic mobile phone, designed for an audience with simple tastes. Its external appearance reveals a sheet with few pretensions and in fact, we would recommend in particular (only) those who want to get a phone to call and little else. In fact, you'll not incorporated camera and a device that is not designed to make great efforts. You can make calls, send text messages, listen to music or enjoy radio programs. It is, without question, the phone would buy our father or our mother, provided they are completely unwilling to go into the world of mobile intelligent, even through a low cost phone.

Do not forget that despite the big launches of brands like Nokia , Samsung or Sony , users still appreciate simpler phones. However, the Nokia 109 is a phone ready for connectivity, albeit timely to check email, surf or enjoy some page updates on social networks like Facebook or Twitter . In fact, Nokia has taken special care of the entertainment section and it has installed ten games, developed by Electronic Arts. Here, we offer an in-depth detailed photos and reviews to help you in your choice.



Design and Display

As you can see in the images, the Nokia mobile phone 109 is a line that follows a design identical to those most basic feature phones. It measures 110 x 46 x 14.8 mm and weighs 77 grams with the battery included. It is, in effect, a light terminal, because single components have not many grams added to the entire device. Her measurements are relatively small, because the phone only has to accommodate a very small screen and an alphanumeric keyboard basics, but the truth is that we are facing a terminal something thicker than a smarpthone. Thus, instead of having nine few millimeters, the Nokia 109 is presented with 14. No detail is too important, because the phone just to publicize Nokia is more pocketable than ever: do not take up much space and can be carried around with ease and without worrying about scratches or damages suffered in the screen. Yes, the Nokia 109 has a compact design that provides a unified image of considerable resistance.

It has a 56,000 color TFT display, with a maximum size of 1.8 inches diagonally. It has a simple and low resolution of 128 x 160 pixels, adapted to the characteristics and dimensions of the panel in question, along with a concentration of 114 pixels per inch. For the occasion, Nokia has developed a couple of fairly discrete models: one in black and one in a combination of black and cyan with a more fun and casual. Its availability in the market will depend on the firm itself, distributors and operators who have it in their catalogs.



Connectivity

The Nokia 109 operates on GSM 850/900/1800/1900. It is also a simple phone in the area of connectivity. Users who choose this device is usually connected to the Internet or have a data rate especially designed for this purpose. In fact, if you only plan to use the phone to make calls, the Nokia 109 could be an ideal phone for you. You can connect to the Internet in a timely manner, yes, via GPRS / EDGE. This means that when accessing the network connection will be much slower than usual and you can not operate quickly. Nokia itself has considered the option of offering a more streamlined connection to moments via Nokia Xpress Browser. The browser performs a data compression which provides access to certain pages or services without much cost data. Otherwise, we have to tell you that the device does not support wireless networks or Bluetooth or GPS. You will not have the opportunity to enjoy your home wireless connection, nor transfer files via Bluetooth technology or use geolocation applications. Like I said, these extra features that may be required for some users, but not for those who have not ever used and have no intention of doing so.

In the field of physical connections, the device has a charging connector (for battery) of 2 mm, and a 3.5 mm output for headphones. Interestingly, the company itself has added a microSD card slot that will allow us to expand the memory of the device in case you want to store music or video content.



Camera and multimedia

As in much of its basic terminals, Nokia has decided not to integrate a camera in the Nokia 109. Many users who are comfortable with a basic range phone argue that often make very limited use of the camera or not even open it. The objective, compliment, by Nokia is to create a phone ready to make calls and little else. In the media field is a bit more complete, since it allows the playback of audio, image and video in all major formats more employees. In the words of its data sheet, are: MP3, AMR-WB, AMR-NB, WMA 10 Pro, WMA 9, AAC LC, AAC +, eAAC +, MP4, M4A, WMV, 3GP, M4V. Connecting headphones to the slot, the user will have the opportunity to enjoy playing their favorite songs, but also their favorite radio programs. Yes, the handset also features FM Radio function.



Memory, applications and operating system

The Nokia 109 has a user memory smaller than normal, even if it makes sense for a device of this nature: 16 MB. This includes the ability to store up to 1000 entries in the phone book, the record of missed, dialed, received and little else. It should be noted, however, that the phone has a microSD card slot that will allow us to expand its memory up to 32 GB. This capability can be used to store multimedia content: songs that the user can listen anywhere, as if he had in his pocket MP3 player to use. This report will also be useful for some games or applications installed extra want, but the fact is that it will soon be exhausted the potential of the device.

The operating system chosen is the classic Nokia S40 interface. This is a simple mechanism that will appeal to users more loyal to Nokia because they will feel very comfortable with its operation. From the main menu find the main functions of settings, calendar, music, and multimedia messaging. The basic controls will help us access these features without having to get used to new systems, one of the main obstacles that older people do not have access to the latest technologies.



Autonomy and availability

The Nokia 109 comes equipped with a lithium-ion battery with a capacity of discrete, 800 milliamps, but adapted to the characteristics of the device. Its potential will be more than enough. In fact, according to his sheet the Nokia 109 will offer a range of 33 days of standby and 7 hours and 30 minutes talk time. This is a more than logical for a device like the one in question, but as you know, is always necessary to consider the use by each phone user. In this case, it must be said, there is not much room for error.

Nokia has already given some news about his coming-out. The Nokia 109 will start selling in the fourth quarter, with the possibility that quickly made ​​its triumphant appearance in Europe. Its price will be approximately $ 42, about 33 euros at current exchange rates, but will have to wait until the time of its release for more details s work its availability, both in free form and through the main operators in the country. 

Technical

Standard	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Dimensions	110 x 46 x 14.8 mm 77 grams (with battery)
Memory	16 MB 1000 entries in memory Expandable to 32 GB microSD cards
Screen	TFT 56,000 colors 1.8 inches 128 x 160 pixels 114 ppi
Camera	No
Multimedia	Playing music, video and photos Compatbiles Formats: MP3, AMR-WB, AMR-NB, WMA 10 Pro, WMA 9, AAC LC, AAC +, eAAC +, MP4, M4A, WMV, 3GP, M4V Stereo FM Radio
Controls and connections	Interface Nokia S40 GPRS / EDGE Charging connector 2 mm Output 3.5 mm headphone jack
Autonomy	Standard battery Li-ion 800 mAh Standby: 33 days Talk time: 7 hours and 30 minutes

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Samsung Galaxy Premier depth analysis

Samsung Galaxy Premier depth analysis

We have talked a lot about it, but the truth is that until now we had no official confirmation of its existence. Now, the Korean company Samsung has sought to ratify the release sheet and the new Samsung Galaxy Premier, a device that comes in the wake of the Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini, in a very particular design line, opened by the current flagship signature, the Samsung Galaxy S3 . No this is a basic range device, simple or with few benefits. Nothing is further from the truth. For the occasion, Samsung wanted to give this Samsung Galaxy Premier with technical features of true luxury, thinking about those users who want to jump into the world of smartphones and want to do so with the assurance of a good brand and good performance. So much so that the Samsung Galaxy Premier is a smart phone that will delight even the most demanding.

It comes with a Super AMOLED capacitive big screen nearly five megapixels, like its big brother, the Samsung Galaxy S3. It features a dual-core processor and runs through fashion operating system, Android , in the version 4.1 (Jelly Bean), one of the last to hit the market. The camera has an eight-megapixel sensor and connectivity section shows more creditworthiness. In fact, in some markets sell an edition compatible with LTE networks, something that is not now available to Europeans. Next, we want to offer a thorough analysis with photos, videos and reviews of what will be one of the devices in recent revelation of the year.

Design and Display

As you could see in the pictures, the Samsung Galaxy Premier is a device very similar to the Samsung Galaxy S3. At least in the design section. In fact, their actions are virtually identical. In the words of the technical data, the Premier measures 134.2 x 68 x 9 mm and weighs 130 grams with the battery included. We meet in a discreet white, which characterizes the new series Galaxy S3, but with a feature that distinguishes it from others. We refer to the metal strip on the edge and find that certainly gives it a touch of class. In the bottom of the phone, just below the screen, you will find a button - feature Samsung terminals - to access some of the main menu options. At the top are the sensors, speaker and the second camera or front camera, located in this position for the user to make video calls in the most comfortable.

To display Samsung has spared no resources, as neither has for other benefits. In this case, however, strikes us who have chosen a Super AMOLED capacitive panel of up to 4.65 inches. Do not forget that the Samsung Galaxy S3 works with a screen similar characteristics, but with an area of 4.8 inches (diagonal). Luckily, in addition, both phones share a screen resolution of 1280 x 720 pixels, suitable for playing HD content. The panel also has a concentration of up to 316 pixels per inch. Unfortunately, it has been reported that the glass in question comes protected by a glass layer or a Gorilla, as sometimes determined signature.

Connectivity

The Samsung Galaxy is a terminal Premier perfectly prepared for connectivity. To begin, we must state that operates on GSM 850/900/1800/1900 and HSDPA 850/900/1900/2100. We detect that there is a basic range terminal that meets all those requirements that would demand a well-equipped device belonging to a higher standard. In this case, the Samsung Galaxy Premiere is compatible with 3G networks and offers data transfer rates of 21.1 Mbps maximum HSDPA and HSUPA of 5.76 Mbps. Understandably, users of this phone also will have the opportunity to access Wireless networks / b / g / n and enjoy such interesting options like Wifi Direct (for faster data transfer), the Wifi Hotspot (a feature that allows other devices to anchor our connection 3G ) or DLNA . Getting along with technology Bluetooth 4.0 with A2DP and EDR and integrates a chip NFC (Near Field Communication) for delivering content for short range. The phone also has GPS with aGPS support, essential to use the phone as a browser or for some applications that require geolocation.

No surprises in the section on physical connections. It has a microUSB 2.0 input that will serve to connect the Samsung Galaxy Premier to your computer, synchronize content and to charge its battery, plus a 3.5 mm output for headphones. Users who want to expand the user memory can do so thanks to the microSD card slot which is integrated in the device.

Camera and multimedia

It is one of the most important and indeed some value it above other benefits. We are talking about the camera. In this case, Samsung has chosen an eight-megapixel sensor that exceeds the basic range forecasts. The camera in question will offer catches of 3,264 x 2,448 pixels, enhanced with some additional functions which leads: Flash LED (useful for capturing images in low light situations or even at night), autofocus, geo-tagging, touch focus and detector Face. Furthermore, we shall record HD video FullHD (1080p @ 30fps). The secondary camera has 1.9 megapixels, is located at the front and we will be great if we want to make video calls.

In the media field, the Samsung Galaxy Premier shows ready for playback of content of all types: images, videos, music, etc.. Keep in mind, however, that only some files are compatible, but the most common are: MPEG4, H.263, H.264, VC-1, DivX, WMV7, WMV8, VP8, 3GP, ASF, AVI, MP4, WMV, FLV, MKV, WebM, MP3, AAC, AC-3, AMR, FLAC, MID, WMA, WAV. Advanced users can also benefit from practical organizer, a simple image editor and video, document viewer (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF) and Predictive text input (Swype). Obviously, to have Internet access, we have at our disposal some common services such as YouTube to enjoy playback of content via streaming.

Memory, processor and operating system

The Samsung Galaxy Premier will be distributed in two different capacities. In the market find a version of 8 GB and a 16 GB edition of the user must choose considering their needs. You have to know, moreover, that it is possible to expand the phone's memory through a microSD card of 32 GB, at most, because the device is enabled for a slot on its side. Moreover, the Samsung Galaxy Premier presents a robust dual-core heart. We're talking, of course, the processor. Your sheet says wearing a TI OMAP 4470 dual-core processor running at a clock frequency of 1.5 GHz, which combines its potential with a PowerVR SGX544 GPU graphics processor. These elements work with the support of a very loose RAM, 1 GB.

And what about your OS?, You ask. Well, Samsung has decided to remain eligible for their head platform, Android. Google's operating system is presented here in its version 4.1 (Jelly Bean), one of the most advanced, just behind the just introduced this firm a few days ago, 4.2 (Jelly Bean). It is possible that in a few months, when the device has been put into circulation, activate Samsung firmware upgrade to provide users of this phone a superior experience. Like all Android phones also have direct access to a lot of applications. In fact, the device will come with the following standard installed apps: Google Search, Maps, Gmail, YouTube, Calendar, Google Talk and Picasa, free services that offer users this firm. In addition, you'll have instant access to Google Play, the Google app store where you can buy applications, games and tools of all kinds.

Autonomy and availability

The Samsung Galaxy Premier is equipped with a lithium-ion battery with a capacity of 2100 milliamps. This is a very important potential that matches the Samsung Galaxy S3. We still have no data on the autonomy of the device, as Samsung does not usually communicate. Keep in mind that under heavy batteries these terminals do not support more than one day activity. To make the best guesses, ideally will control what kind of applications we normally open and what uses we give. For example, if we navigate between pages long, to use the GPS continuously or call at different times during the day. Estimates are always more successful when performed from a personal standpoint.

Availability, Samsung still has not materialized much. We know that in some European countries the device will be on sale during the month of December, what makes us think of a landing earlier than expected in our country. It would cost about $ 680, about 523 euros at current exchange rates. We look forward to communicate further developments and see if it is possible to find in the catalog of the main Spanish operators.

Technical

Standard	GSM 850/900/1800/1900 HSDPA 850/900/1900/2100 LTE (in some regions)
Weight and dimensions	130 grams 134.2 x 68 x 9 mm
Memory	8/16 GB 1 GB of RAM
Screen	Super AMOLED capacitive screen 4.65 inches (720 x 1280 pixels) 16 million colors 316 ppi
Camera	8 megapixels 3,264 x 2,448 pixels Autofocus Flash LED Geotagging Touch Focus Face detection Record video 1080p @ 30fps Secondary camera 1.9 megapixel
Multimedia	Playing music, video and photos Supported formats: MPEG4, H.263, H.264, VC-1, DivX, WMV7, WMV8, VP8, 3GP, ASF, AVI, MP4, WMV, FLV, MKV, WebM, MP3, AAC, AC-3, AMR , FLAC, MID, WMA, WAV Organizer Image and video editor Document viewer (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF) Predictive text input (Swype)
Controls and connections	Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) Processor TI OMAP 4470 dual-core 1.5 GHz PowerVR SGX544 GPU 3G (HSDPA 21.1 Mbps / HSUPA 5.76 Mbps) Wifi 802.11 a / b / g / n Wifi Direct Wifi Hotspot DLNA Bluetooth 4.0 with A2DP and EDR GPS with GLONASS NFC MicroUSB 2.0 Google Search, Maps, Gmail, YouTube, Calendar, Google Talk and Picasa Accelerometer Gyroscope Proximity sensor
Autonomy	2100 mAh

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Google Nexus 10, in-depth analysis

Google Nexus 10, in-depth analysis

It's a seemingly simple tablet. We say apparent because Samsung , responsible for device hardware, has decided to integrate the Nexus October 1 of the best processors currently has laboratory. We refer to the Samsung Exynos 5250 dual core, much more powerful than any he had seen before. With the arrival of the new Nexus 10, Google aims to challenge the market for tablets with a proposal unparalleled. And is that besides having a heart truly privileged, the Nexus 10 incorporates a large 10-inch screen in high definition, useful for viewing high quality content and enjoy the latest applications and games that have flooded the market.

How could it be otherwise, well, Google has taken the presentation of this Nexus 10, and also the Nexus 4, to unveil the new edition of its successful operating system: Android . It is, as you can imagine, the Android version 4.2, in this case known as Jelly Bean, whose purpose is to offer users a more complete experience aboard their terminals. Concretaremos later, but now we are ready to move forward that we will see significant improvements in the camera section, keyboard, connectivity and of course, on the overall performance of the Nexus 10 and the other devices that are already advantaged part of the Google family. Here, we present a thorough analysis, complete with photos, videos and reviews of the new Nexus 10. Fancy a look?

Design and Display

True to its design story line, the company Google has introduced a device that complies with the architecture perfectly so far supported by pieces like the Nexus 7, the seven-inch tablet has already released a few months ago, or the Nexus 4 , the fourth-generation Nexus smartphone freshly baked. And although the design is worked from the same factories (Nexus 7 is the brainchild of Asus , the Nexus 4 of LG and the Nexus 10 Samsung ) devices are presented in a very coherent in the catalog of the firm, design being one of its most discreet. Complies with dimensions of 263.9 x 177.6 x 8.9 mm and weighs around 603 grams. You see, this is a piece slightly heavier than usual, detail by which we must consider its screen, higher dimensions and the large number of pieces housed within, whose weight has also been considerable. It comes in a discreet black, in a format very rounded and made ​​of plastic materials, details that give it a nice touch and very comfortable holding.

The screen is, undoubtedly, one of its most important elements. It comes with an IPS LCD capacitive LED screen with a size of 10.055 inches (diagonal), approaching the size of the classic Samsung tablets with dimensions of 10.1 inch reach. In any case, the Nexus 10 has a resolution of 2,560 x 1,600 WQXGA pixel, one of the highest (if not most) of the tablets that have been presented so far. It has a density of 300 pixels per inch and a depth of 16 million colors. For the occasion, Google has chosen a high quality glass that will protect the structure of the device from accidental bumps and scratches. It is, how could it be otherwise, a glass Corning Gorilla Glass 2, well known for its high strength and quality.

Connectivity

The Nexus 10 is a tablet exclusively designed for those who know they are going to connect to the Internet through a wireless connection. And is that the device does not save network support 2G or 3G, so much so, that the tablet does not incorporate a slot to accommodate a SIM card. To advance in the technical data, need to indicate that in fact, the Nexus 10 supports wireless networking 802.11 a / ​​b / g / n, a protocol that will allow users to access the Internet through the wireless network you have available home, in the workplace or in any hotel room that offers, for example. Additionally, the device incorporates the Wifi Direct for quicker transfer of files, and compatibility with Bluetooth 4.0 with A2DP and NFC (Near Field Communication) for file transfer via short-range communications. With one touch, the device will be able to transfer information to another. We'll see if later popularized fashion spreads or paying with our tablets or smartphones. For now, this feature is still very green.

In any case, we should note that the company wanted to offer direct access to all services - or most - that are available for free with a Google account. We refer to Google Search, Maps, Gmail, YouTube, Calendar, Google Talk and pikes. You'll find these standard applications installed on your tablet, but you can also download other programs through Google Play.

On the external connections, we should note that the Nexus 10 has a headphone output of 3.5 mm, and a microUSB input to connect the device to your computer and sync content, charge your battery and so on. It also has an entry microHDMI that will be highly useful for those who are especially interested in the management of multimedia content.

Camera and multimedia

Unlike other tablets, the Google camera incorporates a high quality. In fact, you'll see that the main camera has a five megapixel sensor, useful for capturing images of 2592 x 1936 pixels. But that's not all. In addition to having this capability, the system of the camera incorporates a number of additional features that work in favor of good quality snapshots. We refer, no doubt, to the functions of auto focus, geo-tagging, touch focus and face detection. It has LED Flash, useful for capturing in low light situations or even at night, plus the ability to record HD movies (1080p @ 30fps). The secondary camera on the front (of course) has a two-megapixel sensor and is a great support for those who want to make video calls often.

In the multimedia section, the Nexus 10 also carries phenomenal. We show that, like almost all smartphones and tablets, the device is quite skilled at playing music, video and photos in major formats. In its data sheet specifies the following: MPEG4, H.263, H.264, VC-1, DivX, WMV7, WMV8, VP8, 3GP, ASF, AVI, MP4, WMV, FLV, MKV, WebM, MP3, AAC , AC-3, AMR, FLAC, MID, WMA, WAV. Best of all is that we shall play HD movies to enjoy programs, concerts and recordings that may be of interest. Furthermore, we shall transfer to larger screens to enjoy the content with the whole family, living comfortably in our home.

Memory, processor and operating system

Nexus 10 comes in two different versions, depending on the capacity of the piece. We will be able to purchase the edition of 16 GB and 32 GB, a detail that should be taken into account explicitly. Do not forget that this device does not include a microSD slot that can serve to extend the user memory. The processor, Exynos 5250 dual core 1.7 GHz Cortex A-15 combines its great potential with a graphics processor Mail-T604 GPU and RAM as complete, 2 GB that will be a good mattress for performance upper apparatus. It should be remembered, as we said at the beginning that the Exynos 5250 processor has been developed and manufactured by Samsung itself, which would be one of his best pieces according to experts.

One of the main changes introduced by Google, apart from the devices you already know, is the new version of Android. We refer of course, to Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean). For the occasion, Google has made ​​some major improvements to come in this new version (standard on the Nexus 10 and Nexus 4): new function to get photos Photo Sphere spherical 360 degrees, a new integrated keyboard, which works the same that the Swype keyboard, multi function tablet, open different accounts for the same team, sharing content via wireless to transfer content on larger screens, Daydream, a new screensaver, more features in the notification bar, to control missed calls, received messages and updates on social networks and even Google Now, with major improvements to book restaurants, hotels and consult confirm ticket information, for example.

Autonomy and availability

The autonomy of the devices is very important for all users who try to make the most of their smartphones and tablets. In this case, Google has opted for a high capacity battery. Talking about a piece of lithium ions with 9,000 milliampere allow us to keep alive our tablet during an important time, but not possible for us to specify the number of hours of operation. In fact, Google has shown neither. Keep in mind, however, that the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 manufactured by Samsung has a memory of 7,000 milliamps. With the screen off, the battery can last several weeks, but the fact is that under heavy load or normal autonomy will wane.

And what about its availability?, You ask. Well, the Nexus 10 will go on sale through Google Play (the app store and devices has opened the company to directly market their parts). In this case, the two versions of 16 GB and 32 GB will start selling from next November 13, just in a couple of weeks, also in the Spanish store. Editing 16GB cost 400 euros and the 32 GB, $ 500, free form logically.

Technical

Standard	-
Weight and dimensions	603 grams 263.9 x 177.6 x 8.9 mm
Memory	16/32 GB 2 GB of RAM
Screen	LED Display IPS LCD capacitive 10 055 inch diagonal Resolution WQXGA 2560 x 1600 pixels 300 ppi 16 million colors Corning (R) Gorilla (R) Glass 2
Camera	5 megapixel 2592 x 1936 pixels Autofocus Flash LED Geotagging Touch Focus Face detection Record video 1080p @ 30fps Secondary camera 2 megapixel
Multimedia	Playing music, video and photos Supported formats: MPEG4, H.263, H.264, VC-1, DivX, WMV7, WMV8, VP8, 3GP, ASF, AVI, MP4, WMV, FLV, MKV, WebM, MP3, AAC, AC-3, AMR , FLAC, MID, WMA, WAV
Controls and connections	Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) Exynos 5250 processor dual-core 1.7 GHz Cortex A-15 Mali-T604 GPU Accelerometer Gyroscope Proximity sensor Wifi 802.11 a / b / g / n Wifi Direct Bluetooth 4.0 with A2DP NFC Google Search, Maps, Gmail, YouTube, Calendar, Google Talk and Picasa Document Viewer Image and video editor Predictive text input (Swype)
Autonomy	9000 mAh

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iPad mini, in-depth analysis, complete review of the iPad mini

iPad mini, in-depth analysis, complete review of the iPad mini

The iPad mini is here. The Californian firm Apple has just release one of the most anticipated devices of recent years. Rumored to satiety, today we are able to analyze their data sheet. A sheet full of news that will appeal especially to those who were looking for a new device, away from the league of 10 inches. Yes, meeting the forecasts so far we referred, the mini iPad will feature a 7.9 inch screen, palindrome if we remember the inches that keep all generations of iPad: 9.7 inches. This time, Apple also opted for a dual-core processor, which ensures performance roughly in line with the line that the firm has continued to date, combining those capabilities with high performance in the area of connectivity.

Yes, in addition to supporting networks LTE (in some markets, of course), the iPad mini features compatibility - as necessary as water - as Wifi via 802.11 a / ​​b / g / n. The functions remain the most acclaimed features of this iPad . Beyond these issues, which we discuss in depth in this analysis, we have to mention your main iSight camera of five megapixels, useful for capturing snapshots of very good quality, and its connector Lightning (faithful to the last generation iPhone , known as iPhone 5 ) and conservation of a maximum range of 10 hours. Feel like to know the rest of technical performance? Here we go!

Design and Display

How could it be otherwise, the iPad mini retains a design very similar to his older brothers, iPad generations that have now come to the fore. See, however, that their appearance is very different when compared with other 9.7-inch devices. And for the occasion, here is the reason for its name, the mini iPad comes with a screen of 7.9 inches. The main objective of Apple, this time, has been to reduce the size of one of its star products, allowing - in short - that the piece can be held with one hand by the user. Is 23% thinner and weighs 53% less, so it seems that for the time the Apple team has had to work from scratch.

Its dimensions are 20 x 13.47 x 0.72 inches and a weight of 312 grams for the 3G + WiFi version and 308 grams for only including Wifi. The display, in this case, is one of its major elements. It is small, but in principle it is a good size to run those applications most important, check email, surf or read. Its size is 7.9 inches (diagonal) working with IPS technology. Its resolution is 1,024 x 768 at 163 pixels per inch. This is a screen, but bright light, which indicates that despite having reduced size has not lost its quality. Keep in mind, however, that the company wanted to make Apple largest screen. Up to 35% with respect to the screen of a conventional seven-inch tablet. Finally, it should be noted that the iPad mini panel has special technology that allows to distinguish whether we are supporting your finger on the screen or if you really want to execute an action. The display incorporates a cover system or oleophobic anti-fingerprint protection, ideal for users more scrupulous.

Finally and finishing on the design issues, it is interesting to note that we have worked on a unibody enclosure, which would be the same for different body parts. The battery is integrated into a single pill rather thin and the design of the camera has been reduced in order to better integrate into the final architecture of the device.

Connectivity

The iPad mini had to be skilled in connectivity. A Apple had no other. In principle, we can state that the international version of the device operates on GSM / EDGE (850, 900, 1,800 and 1,900 MHz) MTS / HSPA + / DC-HSDPA (850, 900, 1,900 and 2,100 MHz) and LTE (bands 4 and 17). For specific versions should be consulted directly on the Apple website to see if the issue is adapted to the current technology in your country. In any case, we can say that the iPad mini will be sold in Spain is compatible with 3G networks (in the case of the version equipped for mobile networks) and wireless 802.11 a / ​​b / g / n , in all cases. It must be said also that as is traditional in Apple products, the iPad mini get along with wireless Bluetooth 4.0 , basic and fundamental tool for sharing files between devices. The issue with 3G also has support GPS and GLONASS attended that allow us to work with applications that require location or use the navigation functions, which are also important for those who walk all day between maps, car, roads and cities. All versions incorporate a digital compass.

In the section on physical connections we will face some developments in this case and not so. And is that the iPad mini has the new connection Lightning (eight pins) that we saw in the iPhone 5 and that radically changes the standard 30-pin integrated in all generations of devices submitted until last September. Thus, if you have to purchase antique accessories Lightning adapter, a piece which in principle should be compatible with all devices of old, though some users have said the opposite. Finally, the iPad is targeted mini headphone jack 3.5 mm stereo, speaker and microphone. For 3G + Wifi version, the tablet also has a SIM card slot Nano (3G + Wifi).

Camera and multimedia

The camera is one of its most important elements. And is that many users appreciate this element above all things. This time, Apple has introduced an iPad mini with five megapixel camera, which can take photos of a certain quality. The same camera is capable to record HD video FullHD (1080p). On its additional features could talk at length. And according to his sheet says, the iPad mini features a photographic system with crucial functions like auto focus, face detection, focus for videos and photos, touch control exposure in video or photos and geotagging, for both videos and photos. It incorporates backlit five-element lens, hybrid infrared filter and a focal aperture of f / 2.4. We must have, moreover, with the second 1.2-megapixel front camera useful for video calls via Facetime HD.

Clearly, in the multimedia field, neither could the iPad mini understatement. In fact, the device is perfectly capable of playing photos, videos and music in various formats. Supported formats are the following AC (8 to 320 Kb / s), Protected AAC (from iTunes Store), HE-AAC, MP3 (8 to 320 Kb / s), MP3 VBR, Audible (formats 2, 3 and 4, Audible Enhanced Audio, AAX and AAX +), Apple Lossless, AIFF and WAV, with the possibility of connecting the playback of content to Apple TV service via AirPlay. This means that we can duplicate files or simply enjoy via streaming for comfort.

The iPad mini also supports up to 720p video through Lightning connector adapter to digital AV or VGA. You can also play video up to 1080p. The video formats supported, as prescribed by Apple itself, are: H.264 video up to 1080p, 30 frames per second, High Profile (High Profile) level 4.1 with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kb / s 48 kHz, stereo audio in file formats. m4v,. mp4 and. MOV, MPEG-4 video, up to 2.5 Mb / s, 640 by 480 pixels, 30 frames per second, Simple Profile (Simple Profile) with AAC -LC up to 160 Kb / s 48 kHz, stereo audio in file formats. m4v,. mp4 and. mov, Motion JPEG (M-JPEG) up to 35 Mb / s, 1,280 by 720 pixels, 30 frames per second, sound in ulaw, PCM stereo audio in. avi.

Memory, processor and operating system

As each time, Apple introduced the iPad mini in three different modes, depending on the memory of each device user with: 16 GB, 32 GB, 64 GB. This is the space that the iPad owner must play to save your content, knowing that you have the iCloud service to store files and access them from any other device and of course, from anywhere. The RAM, indispensable to evaluate the performance by the processor is 512 MB. It is, as you can see, a discrete potential. Yes, for the occasion, Apple has enabled this iPad mini processor dual core A5, in principle sufficient to meet more than acceptable performance. The tablet does not incorporate, as is traditional in Apple, no slot for memory expansion of user, which is not anything new.

It was clear that the iPad Mini would start functioning as standard with the new edition of its operating system, iOS 6. Do not forget that since its introduction, version 6 of this platform has presented numerous problems outlined by the users: energy leaks, desynchronization of agenda-calendar, etc.. It is hoped that a new edition of this platform can correct these failures and is definitely built soon, in this iPad, as in other devices that already work with iOS 6.

Applications

In the section on applications should be differentiated, clearly, those native applications from those that can be installed retrospectively by the user to decide taking into account their tastes and needs. The iPad mini comes equipped with some basic functions as application: Safari (the browser), Mail (the tool that allows us to synchronize e-mail), iBooks (for reading electronic books), photos (a space to see , edit and share your photo albums), Facetime (video calling service via wireless or 3G), Maps (the controversial new mapping tool for querying and browsing sites), Siri (The intelligent assistant that works for voice) , Kiosk (a true virtual kiosk to check and download newspapers and magazines) or messages (free messaging service to share messages with other users of Apple devices). You'll also find standard installed Calendar, Reminders, Contacts, App Store, iTunes, Music, Videos, Notes, Camera, Photo Booth, Clock and Game Center.

But that's not all. The company also provides a collection of user applications: up to 275,000, especially designed for iPad and perfectly compatible with the new screen size. This way, you can download apps as necessary as Facebook, Numbers, Keynote, Pages, GarageBand, iMovie or iPhoto. At your disposal are tools like iWork to create documents with your device, and many other programs organized into fourteen different categories. These are: E conomy and Business, Education, Entertainment, For the whole family, Food and Drink, Games, Lifestyle, Music, News, News Stand, Productivity, Social Networking, Sports and Travel. To download these applications only have to go to the App Store, installed on your iPad mini series.

Autonomy

We dedicate a special section to autonomy, since this is a major concern for users of such devices. As a general proposition, Apple has promised a range of up to 10 hours, identical to that of other new products like the iPad or the iPhone 5. In this case, we must indicate that the iPad mini features an integrated rechargeable lithium-polymer 16.3 watt hours. Apple promises 10 hours of browsing over Wifi and playback of audio and video files in addition to 9 hours Navigation through mobile networks or what is known as 3G or LTE. Be checked through actual use, how to comply with these provisions. Meanwhile, we can indicate that the load and can be done in the traditional way, through an AC adapter or USB connection also by a computer.

Pricing and Availability

Apple has already submitted all the information regarding availability. The new mini iPad Wi-Fi can be booked from this Friday October 26 through Apple's own store, also in Spain. Once the reservation is made, users will begin receiving devices at home from next 2 noviembr e, which is the exact date that the tablet will be distributed in most markets. For the first time in a long time, the Spanish market becomes part of the first list of distributors. Two weeks later, the availability of the iPad mini will expand significantly to many of the countries that normally sell Apple products and most importantly, begin the distribution of the Wi-Fi +3 G edition.

We also have sales prices. The only version that incorporates wireless will sell for 330 euros (16 GB), 430 euros (32 GB) and 530 euros (64 GB). The issue that arises with Wifi +3 G will be sold from 460 euros (16 GB), 560 euros (32 GB) and 660 euros (64 GB). We shall see what kind of deals can present major carriers in our country, for surely will distribute the model with 3G.

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Nokia Lumia 510 in-depth analysis

Nokia Lumia 510 in-depth analysis

Called Nokia Lumia 510 and is a new member of the family of terminals with Windows Phone from Nokia . It is, as you see, a mobile phone designed for the midrange or basic, that is, for those users who want to start their career in the way of intelligent mobile phone but do not want to spend all your savings on a smartphone with large benefits. Yes, besides being fairly complete, the Nokia Lumia 510 has everything you would ask a smart phone designed for those who want to stay connected to the Web Yes, with Nokia Lumia 510 can browse through the Internet between your favorite pages, synchronize your email, share your status updates on Facebook , tweet about today and download the games and fun applications. Do not forget that a while now, developers have been filling the shelves of the Marketplace for Windows Phone users can enjoy the length and breadth of this platform cubes.

But that's not all. And is that the Nokia Lumia 510 has a privileged machinery. Not surprisingly, the Finnish company remains one of the companies that sells mobile phones. For the occasion, Nokia has integrated into the processor device simple mononucleosis operating at a clock frequency of 800 MHz. user memory, 4 GB being concrete, may be extended up to 7 GB through system SkyDrive cloud storage. Below, we provide a detailed analysis with photos and reviews to help you choose from the other devices and the new Nokia Lumia 510.

Design and Display

The Nokia Lumia 510 comes with a design very similar to the rest of Lumia phones that have now been made ​​official. In fact, being a basic range terminal parts resembles very much like the Nokia Lumia 710 or Nokia Lumia 610, terminals designed for those who want to start exploring the world of smartphones, starting with the low cost. The Nokia Lumia 510, in this case, has a housing made ​​of plastic, with rounded edges and compact appearance. You see, in fact, that apparently sports a comfortable design that will fit very easily into your hand or pocket, so you can carry it everywhere without it becoming a burden. Her measurements are: 120.7 x 64.9 x 11.5 mm and its weight is less than 130 grams, battery included. As you can see, there is a heavy terminal. Please lovers of gadgets round and compact. If all goes well, Nokia will present it in different colors: black, yellow, white, magenta and cyan.

What about on your screen? Well, as you know this is one of the most important components of a smartphone. We have to indicate that the device has a capacitive multitouch TFT LCD panel of four inches diagonally. As indicated by Nokia in its own fact sheet, the Nokia Lumia 510 has a WVGA resolution of 800 x 480 pixels. Incorporates other features and technologies that help improve visualization as intelligent lighting control, an ambient light detector (for adjusting the backlight), orientation sensor and proximity sensor as standard features on devices Nokia.

Connectivity

Like I said earlier, the Nokia Lumia 510 is a phone perfectly prepared for connectivity. You will see that the phone operates on WCDMA 900/2100 or 850/1900 and GSM / EDGE 850/900/1800/1900. Users who want to connect to Internet users can easily. The network device supports 3G (HSDPA 7.2 Mbps / HSUPA 5.76 Mbps), which will help you access the pages, services, social networking and download content in a more agile and quick. However, to achieve a more stable support, we will connect to any available wireless network. The phone supports wireless networking 802.11 b / g / n, so that you will have no problem to access the network Wifi in your home, office or hotel room in which you are staying. The device also is compatible with the technology Bluetooth 2.1 with A2DP and EDR and features GPS connected to Nokia Maps.

In the field of physical connections, we have to mention microUSB 2.0 input that will serve to synchronize content via computer and can even charge the battery terminal, albeit through a slower process. The Nokia Lumia 510 also has an output of 3.5 mm in which we can connect headphones or small speakers. You see, moreover, that the phone (like all Nokia Lumia with Windows Phone 7.5 Mango) which does not incorporate any microSD card slot. This means that it can expand the user memory through this support. Probably why, Nokia (with Microsoft ) offers customers up to 7 GB of cloud storage with SkyDrive.

Camera and multimedia

Nokia has always been known for having very small account details. It has always done so in the section of cameras, giving its phones with the best technologies on the market. In this case, the Nokia Lumia 510 has an integrated camera with five megapixel sensor, which is not bad for capturing images of good quality and at a maximum resolution of 2,592 x 1,944 pixels. Additionally, like most photographic systems currently on the market, the Nokia Lumia 510 has several added features: autofocus, geotagging, face recognition and digital zoom of four increases. Customers enjoy up to 11 different scene modes, plus video recording MPEG-4 VGA @ 30fps. This is a discrete quality but only valid for those seeking a family experience.

In the multimedia section, the Nokia Lumia 510 is carrying more than good. It supports the most popular formats of music, video and photo. Those who have indicated in the data sheet are: MP3, eAAC +, WMA, WAV, MP4, H.263, H.264 and WMV. The terminal also incorporates support for Java and Adobe Flash Player 10.3, two languages ​​that run on the vast majority of applications and games. Users who are interested in working with the phone, ie have open and modify your professional documents also will be available to applications office suite Office. We refer to Excel, Word, PowerPoint and One Note, plus OfficeMobile (for email) and Lync.

The Nokia Lumia 510 also will be an excellent partner for users who want to play music and carry the device in your pocket like a pocket player anyone. For the occasion, the company has combined experience with parts like Nokia Nokia Purity Stereo Headset Montser, and other multimedia Bluetooth headsets and more interesting to enjoy music guarantees.

Memory and operating system

The Nokia Lumia 510 comes with a user memory of up to 4GB. This means that we shall save files of different types (photos, music, videos, applications, etc.) and enjoy our favorite content anywhere, even leading academic professional documents and presentations. If the user does not have enough of this space, will have the opportunity to increase the capacity of your device hosting your content in the cloud. And is that Microsoft and Nokia offer up to 7 GB of memory on SkyDrive, a service that allows online storage. The RAM of the phone is 256 MB, discreet and just for a basic range terminal.

The processor also falls short. Processor is a Qualcomm Snapdragon S1 mononucleosis, running at a clock frequency of 800 MHz. Operating system chosen for the occasion is Windows Phone 7.5 Mango, following the recently forged Lumia family tradition. The platform offers users cubes a more dynamic, clear and simple for users who want to keep all the news to your desktop. It is a different system of Android terminals, so we take that into account before we launch into this novelty. Users will also enjoy interesting applications such as Nokia Maps, Nokia Drive and Nokia Transport, downloadable from the Windows Marketplace. Yes, the Microsoft App Store offers thousands of interesting proposals, specifically designed for users of this OS.

Autonomy and availability

The Nokia Lumia 510 is presented to the market with a lithium ion battery with a capacity of 1300 milliamps. With this potential, you'll taste a range of 8.4 hours (GSM) and 6.2 hours (WCDMA) of talk time and 653 hours (GSM) and 738 hours (WCDMA) at rest. You see, on the other hand, users who want to play music can use your phone for 38 hours, at most. You should note, moreover, that these parameters are set by Nokia officially. The autonomy of the device will depend, as always, the own use made ​​by the user, the state of the network and the applications or services that are enabled. The best evidence on autonomy user may do so once the terminal has in his hands.

Availability is still no concrete information. It is possible, however, that the launch of the Nokia Lumia 510 takes place from the coming weeks. That's when Nokia officially communicate the availability of the device, dates and prices in free form and with the main operators in the country. It is expected, in any case, that the Nokia Lumia 510 has a very affordable price. Keep you informed.

Technical

Standard	WCDMA 900/2100 or 850/1900 GSM / EDGE 850/900/1800/1900
Weight and dimensions	120.7 x 64.9 x 11.5 mm 129 grams (battery included)
Memory	4 GB of internal memory 7 GB SkyDrive cloud storage 256 MB of RAM
Screen	TFT capacitive multitouch 4 inch WVGA 800 x 480 pixels
Camera	5 Megapixel Sensor 2592 x 1944 pixels Autofocus Geotiquetado Face Recognition 11 scene modes 4x Digital Zoom Record MPEG-4 VGA video @ 30fps
Multimedia	Playing music, video and photos Supported formats: MP3, eAAC +, WMA, WAV, MP4, H.263, H.264, WMV JAVA Support Adobe Flash Player 10.3 Support
Controls and connections	Windows Phone 7.5 OS S1 Qualcomm Snapdragon processor at 800 MHz 3G (HSDPA 7.2 Mbps / HSUPA 5.76 Mbps) Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g / n GPS with A-GPS Bluetooth 2.1 with A2DP and EDR Accelerometer Proximity sensor microUSB 2.0 Output 3.5 mm headphone jack
Autonomy	Battery 1300 milliamperes Talk: 8.25 hours Standby: 653 hours Music: 38 hours

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Spectre XT HP TouchSmart depth analysis

Spectre XT HP TouchSmart depth analysis

The Spectre HP TouchSmart XT is one of the HP equipment to be launched with Windows 8 by the end of the year. This team will include a touch screen 15.6 "with a resolution of 1,920 x 1,080 pixels and will be located on the first level of market thanks to a sleek design made ​​from metal and glass. This equipment is intended for use multimedia content such as HD movies display with a display and the audio quality is achieved with Beats Audio system. Moreover, to include a Thunderbolt port which can achieve transfer rates that are twice the USB 3.0 protocol. The Spectre HP TouchSmart XT will be available in the Spanish market from December with a price that will be around 1,400 euros.

Design and Display

The Spectre HP TouchSmart XT has a design class made ​​of metal and glass, with a classic, elegant and contained dimensions that allow easy portability despite having a slightly larger screen than the average of 15 ultrabooks , 6 ". The laptop has a thickness of 17.9 mm and a weight that is in the 2.1 kilos, a competitive figure though slashing the weight limit on ultrabooks are placed. The touchpad is glass and has an attractive finish. Also of note is the keyboard, which is backlit.

Furthermore, this computer screen is one of its main betting because we have a good quality IPS panel with a size of 15.6 "and a Full HD resolution of 1,920 x 1,080 pixels. Harnessing the capabilities of Windows 8, the screen is touch nature and allows up to 10 simultaneous pressure points.

Processor and memory

In its basic configuration the Spectre HP TouchSmart XT incorporates a processor Intel Core i5-3317U dual core, with a power of 1.7 GHz per core. Thanks to technology chip company can reach a maximum of 2.6 GHz and also work with four processing threads (as actually we counted four physical cores). As for the RAM, 4 GB will in the initial configuration, with the possibility of extending this capability to 8 GB of RAM.

As usual with ultrabooks, not added a graphics card, but are used in the integrated graphics processor Intel. This is the Intel HD 4000 Graphics graphics. According chip company performance can be obtained in some processes that doubles the previous version of the Intel HD 3000 Graphics. In the case of internal memory, HP chooses a card integrate SSD 256 GB, a very interesting bending capacity so that found in most ultrabooks (but also increases its price). The cards offer a fast SSD disk access and system boot much higher than traditional hard drives. Furthermore, by incorporating a flash memory, not physical parts and does not suffer the wear and tear of the mechanical parts of traditional disks.

Systems and Applications

The system chosen by the Spectre XT HP TouchSmart is Windows 8. Microsoft's new system is designed to leverage the capabilities of touch screens, with a main interface very similar to the Windows Phone mobile platform. For those who do not know this environment, the different options and programs are distributed in brick along the screen (many of them have the option to display real-time notifications).

Some of the strengths of this interface are the tight integration of social networks (can manage our accounts of Facebook , Twitter or LinkedIn from one app), the contacts or the ability to merge multiple accounts. In addition, maintaining the proper desktop interface and a Windows 7 compatilidad almost complete with this platform applications.

In addition, the app store for Windows 8 should soon become a mainstay for the development of this system. Proof of this is that Microsoft expects to reach 100,000 apps in February next year. Anyway, we have to wait to see how users react to Windows 8 and if this system gets to repeat the success of previous versions. And is that Microsoft has proposed a new platform with which there is much expectation, but also many doubts.

Connectivity and peripherals

In the field of connections XT HP TouchSmart Spectre mainly emphasizes Thunderbolt inclusion of a port. This technology was already present in Apple hardware but their inclusion in the PC had been delayed enough. The Intel technology enables a transfer rate that doubles the USB 3.0 protocol and is multiprotocolar, ie can connect various devices such as monitors or external hard drives through the same connector. On the other hand, also has two USB 3.0 ports, a USB 2.0 port or an HDMI port with which you can display high quality content on your TV or monitor. The Spectre HP TouchSmart XT also features an Ethernet port, and WiFi and Bluetooth connections.

To make the ultrabook videoconferences incorporate TrueVision HD camera. A major absences of this team is that of an optical drive, considering the size of the team.

Autonomy and prices

The autonomy of ultrabook HP reaches six hours. It will be available in the Spanish market from December at a price of around 1,400 euros (we are awaiting official confirmation). In short, this is a first-class team with quite powerful specifications, especially the presence of a touch screen with full HD or Thunderbolt port. However, users who want to get this team will have to make significant outlays, and that may be one of its main buts.

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HTC One X - Complete Analysis

HTC One X - Complete Analysis by Arturogoga

You probably have not heard much about HTC, despite being one of the manufacturers with extensive experience in the world of smartphones (in addition to being the first phone "Nexus" with the Nexus One).

And, at least locally, have never had much presence in the market. This changed in 2012, however, as HTC not only renewed its portfolio of equipment (reducing the number of phones available to only 3), but these are already available in Lima (of which we saw here ). Today, touches review the One X, the high-end phone launched by HTC, I've been using as primary phone in recent weeks.

Hardware

The One X is a fairly powerful computer. Inside the terminal intestine (134.4 × 69.9 × 9.3mm) have a Tegra 3 quad core processor at 1.5 GHz, 1 GB RAM, 32 GBs of internal memory, a 4.7 inch screen with 1280x720p. This means that not only have no problem running any applications available in the Play Store, but also have access to some exclusive games for phones with Tegra processors, such as the recently launched (in Beta) Shadowgun: Deadzone. Android 4.0 comes standard on the machine, and is expected to Jelly Bean is available in those months.

The design team is excellent. It just feels good in the hand, but the material on the back feels very good quality. In fact, despite being in the same price range, the phone is built better and looks better overall than the Galaxy S III (which we reviewed here ). Both the model white / black, black as we got to the review, showing the years of experience you have HTC build quality phones.

The camera is 8 megapixels, and offers a way "Burst" which allows us to capture, quickly, multiple images. The photo quality is excellent. In fact, I'd put just below the Xperia S in terms of image quality, exceeding even slightly as photos S3. In video, things change a bit, because the image stabilization system achieves the best results S3.

Here are some pictures taken with the One X:

The native camera application is quite good, allowing us to choose quickly between capturing photos or video (without having to change modes). A quick menu will change us all kinds of functions, such as ISO, white balance, resolution, among other things. HTC also features an "auto upload", that will raise us to capture images instantly to Facebook or Flickr, if you wish. We also have additional modes like HDR, Panorama, and a useful night mode which increases the ISO to help capture photos in darkness.

The display is an IPS LCD panel of 4.7 "and 1280 × 720 resolution. Y is one of the best I've seen. The quality and color fidelity is excellent, thanks to use an IPS panel, viewing angles, which is extremely important in a smartphone by the different ways in which we handle, always gives us an excellent

HTC has a team of 32 GBs of internal storage available in the Peruvian market, and personally, I missed the lack of expandable memory. Rarely I have more than 17 to 20 GBs (music synchronized between Google Music / Spotify / Grooveshark, photos, videos and apps), so having the 32 GBs of storage without using a microSD was a nice option. Of course, if you need more storage, note that there is no microSD slot, so you probably want to find the model of 64 GBs (or another phone) if 32 GBs seems too limiting.

My complaint is the battery life. Unfortunately, HTC has chosen to put a 1800 mAh battery which, considering the amount of power that the One X consumed due to the screen (which is not as efficient in terms of consumption and AMOLED panel, for example) and the processor, will force us to continuously load. In fact, by placing side by side with the S3 noted the clear superiority of the second length due to a higher capacity and battery voltage. Another big problem with it is that HTC has decided not to give us the ability to change the battery (it is impossible to remove), which eliminates the possibility of buying a second battery and charge individually. It means that the battery life is terrible and probably reach the end of the day with average usage / high, just that compared to other models available in the market, could be much better. I would load a level comparable to the iPhone 4S, so maybe you always want to have with an external battery (like the one we reviewed here ) or load a microUSB cable to charge "on the go".

What we have, then, is a highly capable phone with excellent industrial design, a very good screen, one of the best cameras on a smartphone currently available, but suffering from battery problems.

Software

Since I have the phone, HTC has released multiple updates for your computer. Initially, there was something extremely annoying, and is that part of the screen was occupied by a virtual button "menu", because the One X only has three buttons (App Switcher, Home and Back). This was remedied in the updating referenced, allowing us to modify the app switcher that after pressing a few seconds, display the menu button.

As for Sense, this new version (4.0) definitely feels lighter than previous versions, which were simply terrible. Here the experience is much less cluttered in general, and some changes that HTC has made to Android (like the camera application) definitely enhance the experience of Ice Cream Sandwich. Other changes, however, worsen the Android experience. An example is the application manager, instead of maintaining the application manager coming in Android 4.0, Sense we have one that is similar to the effect "Screen flow" of Apple, despite being pretty, a delay means extra the phone when all you want is to jump between apps. This presentation also allows us to see an application only visible (vs. 4-5 we see in the normal interface).

Other features included in Sense that pleased me, it's the little changes made by HTC to improve the overall experience. By default, for example, uses the accelerometer to know that we have picked up the phone, and therefore automatically reduces the ringtone volume. Similarly, when we answer the phone and put it upside down (with the screen facing the table), it will automatically activate the speaker to enter conference mode. Applications like "Gallery" without exceeding that offered by default in Android, and having a partnership with Dropbox, to connect ourselves with the team, get 25 GBs free for two years.

But on the other hand, things like the default keyboard, launcher and generally harm the final experience of Android. The keyboard I particularly disliked, considering that the ICS is quite functional. Another big complaint is that it seems that the approval process - at least in the terminal that was given - has not been completed. The equipment has been approved for Sure, but after several updates, vi Singapore appeared applications that unfortunately can not eliminate (but hide) unless we root. Fortunately, both the launcher and keyboard are easy to replace (my suggestions: Nova Launcher and SwiftKey 3)

Conclusion

It is unfortunate that we can not access the battery to have a spare and swap or even buy a longer duration. As a heavy user (my smartphone is, after all, my pocket notebook always available), is this why I'm leaning towards the S III.

Unlike previous versions, now Sense brings some positive changes (like the camera application, Gallery, and the functions mentioned in the software section) to compensate for the negative changes (like the app switcher) and it does not feel as "heavy "as in past versions.

However, the HTC One X is an excellent phone, and is a very good alternative for those looking for a high-end smartphone with excellent industrial design, good camera, and display.

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