Who won at CES?

Jan 112011
 

Recently we had the earth’s largest electronic show, The CES. Now that the show is over and vendors are breaking down their stalls there is question that is humming in the air, who came out top of it?

Row Feeder, the social media monitoring service had kept the track of all the products that are announced by various companies. The next year’s electronic market will be undoubtedly muscled by the tablet. When it comes to the next generation of tablets, Motorola will surely lead the way with their Xoom. But at the smart phone field it is hard to peak one.

According to recent stats Motorola’s daily average has been increased by 250 percent during the consumer’s electronic show. Xoom is the Motorola’s next generation tablet that runs on Android 2.4 (Honeycomb). There has been a lot of excitement among the customers with this particular product which gave them this tremendous surge. So they had the Best of CES award. The second best was Black berry Playbook. Motorola has defeated them by far. Samsung galaxy tab is at the third position with 54 percent increase rate.

In the smart phone field the fight between the companies was a bit tighter and it’s hard to pick any one of them. The stat shows that Black berry is ahead if we consider the share of voice. But the margin is very tiny. Moreover black berries share is been pulled up by their playbook. If we take look at the good old rivalry between Android and iPhone we find that Android came out on top of iPhone. iPhone had their glory at the past and now it’s time for Android based devices. But the new version of iPhone might improve the condition. Microsoft is stagnating in between them. But Steve Ballmer thinks that windows 7 phones are about to get a surge soon with the new feature and specs they are offering.

SanDisk Unveils World’s Fastest High-Capacity CompactFlash Card

Jan 112011
 

SanDisk has just introduced their new range of compact flash cards with a massive 128GB storage and up to 100 megabytes per second write speeds, for top-end DSLR cameras. This was officially announced by SanDisk at CES 2011 few days back.

SanDisk Extreme Pro CompactFlash 128GB Card (via SlashGear)

SanDisk Extreme Pro CompactFlash 128GB Card (via SlashGear)

SanDisk Extreme Pro CompactFlash Card with 128GB is specially designed for DSLR cameras with the introduction of Power Core controller and UDMA-7 interface. This technology is combined with other features to optimize this card for professional photographers and videographers.

“No other product on the market can match our new card’s combination of speed and storage capacity,” said Susan Park, director, product marketing, SanDisk. “By consistently pushing the boundaries of flash innovation, we are able to develop advanced products not found anywhere else.”

Sprint Launches EVO Shift 4G at CES

Jan 102011
 

After the release of its first EVO, Sprint is out with the phone’s scaled down version named ‘EVO Shift’ at CES 2011. Running on the 4G, Shift doesn’t have the same high-end features as you got in original EVO. It’s because the company has removed a few features from the original EVO to bring it to a slimmer version. Here are some changes you would get in EVO Shift.

HTC EVO Shift 4G (via Engadget)

HTC EVO Shift 4G (via Engadget)

First of all, it has got a slide-out QWETRY keyboard unlike its giant version. Then it has a 3.6” display unlike original EVO’s 4.3”. Another great change is the reduced processing speed: EVO Shift runs on 800MHz MSM7630 processor instead of EVO’s 1GHz. Also, it sports a 5 megapixel camera around back unlike original EVO’s 8 megapixel.

EVO Shift 4G

EVO Shift 4G

EVO Shift is available for sale at Sprint now and is priced at $150. Here’s an excerpt from the Sprint’s press release in case you want to know more of the phone’s features and release:

Sprint’s 4G Leadership Extends into 2011 with Introduction of Second Generation of Industry-Leading 4G-Capable Devices

HTC EVO Shift 4G with slide-out QWERTY available exclusively from Sprint on Jan. 9 for $149.99; MiFi® 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot by Novatel Wireless debuts on Feb. 27 for $49.99, bringing Sprint 4G connectivity to up to five Wi-Fi enabled devices

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. – Jan. 4, 2011 – As the first national wireless carrier to launch 4G in 2008, Sprint (NYSE: HYPERLINK “http://www.sprint.com” S) wrapped up 2010 with a lead in 4G wireless device innovations. Further extending that lead, the company today introduced the upcoming availability of two products in Sprint’s second generation of 4G-capable devices: HYPERLINK “http://www.sprint.com/shift”HTC EVO Shift™ 4G and HYPERLINK “http://www.sprint.com/4Gmifi” MiFi® 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot by Novatel Wireless. With these two devices, Sprint has now introduced 17 4G-capable devices for consumers and business, including three phones, a 4G netbook and notebook from Dell, numerous USB modem options, and several mobile hotspots and routers.

“Sprint will continue to set the bar for feature-rich and customer-friendly 4G devices into 2011,” said Dan Hesse, Sprint CEO. “Our proven leadership as a 4G pioneer has allowed our customers to enjoy 4G from Sprint first, and these new products exemplify Sprint’s commitment to put industry-leading performance and capabilities in the hands of our customers.”

A Feature-Rich 4G Phone with QWERTY
As the 16th 4G-capable device from Sprint, HTC EVO Shift follows in the footsteps of the award-winning HYPERLINK “http://www.sprint.com/evo” HTC EVO™ 4G, bringing customers an attractive, compact design and an impressive list of features with the addition of a sliding QWERTY keyboard. Beyond the highly acclaimed HTC Sense user experience, HTC EVO Shift also boasts the power of 4G, Android 2.2™, a 5MP camera, 720p HD camcorder and a 3.6-inch capacitive touchscreen display with pinch-to-zoom capability.

Additional key features include:
HD Video Recording
Wi-Fi®
Sprint Mobile Hotspot (supporting up to eight Wi-Fi enabled devices)
Android Market™ with access to more than 100,000 apps
Messaging – Personal and business e-mail, IM and text messaging
Social Networking Integration – Facebook®, Twitter™, Flickr® and more
Visual Voicemail
Google™ Mobile Services, including YouTube™, Gmail™, Google Talk™, Google Voice™ and Google Maps™
GPS Navigation
Stereo Bluetooth® wireless technology
microSD slot (supporting up to 32GB memory card)

The Web browser on HTC EVO Shift is optimized for convenient mobile use and a full Internet experience with functions like pinch-to-zoom and automatically reflowing text. Adobe Flash technology ensures that rich Internet content, such as embedded video and animation, are displayed the way they are meant to be seen. The slide-out QWERTY keyboard makes staying in touch with friends and family through messaging and social networking quick and easy.

Priced at the lowest cost at launch for any current 4G phone, HTC EVO Shift will be just $149.99 (excluding taxes) after a $100 mail-in rebate and activation on a new two-year service agreement (or eligible upgrade), and activation on a data plan with the required $10 Premium Data Add-On. It will be available in all Sprint retail channels, including HYPERLINK “http://www.sprint.com” www.sprint.com and 1-800-Sprint1, on Jan. 9. For more information, visit HYPERLINK “http://www.sprint.com/shift” www.sprint.com/shift.

CES 2011: Rumors Come True

Jan 102011
 

At consumers electronic show we have already heard of many upcoming electronic products that would be ruling the year 2011. We have seen the fights in between the words best hardware manufacturers with their products. We are about to have many tablets, mobiles, LTE devices, 3D TV etc. Here are some more products that would be heading our way.

It was speculated that Samsung will be releasing a media player this year which will be mimic to its popular Samsung Galaxy tab. It is some identical specification of sans cellular connection. According to Russian site it available on 8GB and 16GB with white color. This attempt by Samsung is supposed to be answer to the Apples iPad. Apple has gained terrific customer attention with its iPad and now Samsung is looking for a similar response and they seemed to be pretty confident after their recent Galaxy tab success. This will be delivered early this year.

Lenovo has also delivered a tablet although at first instant it does not appear like a tablet but a 10.1 inch notebook based on windows 7. When it is detached it becomes a LePad that will be running on Android 2.2. Actually Lenovo showcased a similar product last year but had proprietary OS that was developed in house. One can buy the only tablet portion at a price of five hundred US dollar but to buy it as a laptop it would cost one thousand and three hundred dollar.

Although HP tried to keep it but every known knew that they would be releasing pavilion dv7 notebooks with Intel’s Quad core Sandy bridge chips. It was like the worst CES secrets. Eventually they comes but they are not the only ones using sandy bridge chipset as many other devices declared that their upcoming product will have the newest Intel product into their product. HP also posted some documents on their support pages giving a detailed feature of the product.

Acer Reveals Iconia Tab A500 Tablet for Gamers

Jan 092011
 

Tablets keep on coming this year at CES, and here is just another one worth checking out. Acer announced its Iconia Tab A500 tablet which is a 10.1” Android tablet. Though the version OS used is not mentioned yet it uses ‘Acer UI 4.5’ on top of it.

Iconia Tab A500 Tablet Hands-On (via Engadget)

Iconia Tab A500 Tablet Hands-On (via Engadget)

The tablet also features Tegra 2 processor, and a gyroscope, which Acer claims would help it make an awesome tablet for gamers.

Verizon LTE multiplayer gaming on Acer's Iconia Tab (via Engadget)

Verizon LTE multiplayer gaming on Acer's Iconia Tab (via Engadget)

Here is an except of the official press release that tells more about its features:

Acer’s New ICONIA Tab A500 to Support Gamers and Mobile Consumers on the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE Network

LAS VEGAS and BASKING RIDGE, N.J., Jan. 5, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Acer announced today that the new Acer ICONIA Tab A500 will be showcased with Verizon Wireless at the 2011 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES), taking advantage of the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE Mobile Broadband network.


Providing the backbone for the United States’ fastest, most advanced mobile network, Verizon Wireless 4G LTE ensures an improved end-user experience, including fast navigation and high-definition media streaming. The 4G LTE technology will be showcased on the ICONIA Tab A500 at the Verizon Wireless booth (#35216 in the South Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center) at CES with a live demo.

“Innovation is in our DNA,” said Campbell Kan, vice president of Acer’s Smart Handheld BU. “We are proud to once again offer users the most advanced technologies. With the ICONIA Tab A500 supporting 4G LTE, users will be able to wirelessly navigate, download or stream as seamlessly as they do with a wired connection. This is indeed another step toward a truly mobile Internet experience.”


Sleek, smart and full of innovative features, the ICONIA Tab A500 will be equipped with the latest highly intuitive Android OS and Acer UI 4.5 to reach a whole new level of interactivity. What’s more, the Clear.fi media sharing system will be preloaded on the device to easily access, play and share multimedia across the home network and to instantly publish updates to social media networks.


Designed for HD entertainment, this tablet comes with a high-resolution, high color contrast display, allowing users to play or share HD video with friends on the go. Complete with a built-in HDMI port and 1080p output, it may also be used to enjoy HD content in full HD on a big-screen TV or monitor.

The 10.1″ full capacitive touch screen ensures an optimal on-screen experience from every angle. Aluminum casing provides a cool look and feel, while its high-gloss finish decorated with an engraved pattern demonstrates subtle sophistication. Despite being just 13.3mm thick, it’s powerful enough to provide fun and productivity in any location.

One of the tablet’s most impressive features is its ability to run and play premium HD arcade games and complex online 3D games, thanks to the 10-point multi-touch and gyro meter control, which guarantees an entertainment experience on par with the best game consoles.

The ICONIA Tab A500 will be equipped with NVIDIA Tegra 2 dual core 1.0Ghz processor with Flash 10.1 support for optimized HD Web experience, 3D gaming and multimedia playback anywhere. For seamless communication, it also features the SkyCross antenna and ZTE LTE wireless module.

The availability and price of the tablet is yet to be revealed, but is expected to be released soon.

Microsoft Debuts Avatar Kinect for Xbox 360

Jan 092011
 

After getting an overwhelming response on the release on Xbox Kinect, Microsoft is here with another exciting feature for Xbox users. Steve Ballmer announced ‘Avatar Kinect’ at CES 2011 during Microsoft’s press briefing.

Microsoft's Ballmer delivers keynote at CES 2011

Steve Ballmer delivers keynote at CES 2011

Avatar Kinect is basically an Xbox 360 feature that allows users to act as their digital avatars on the screen using the Kinect for Xbox. It makes use of Xbox Kinect sensors to read the gestures and even the finer moments of smile and eyebrow. These gestures and motions are then replicated on the screen.

Avatar Kinect In Action (via Engadget)

Avatar Kinect In Action (via Engadget)

The idea is a superb, innovative one, you can hang up with friends on Avatar; join the virtual chatroom with other Kinect users over internet and much more. Microsoft describes the phenomena like this:

With Avatar Kinect, a player can invite up to seven friends to join them in one of 15 imaginative virtual environments to reflect their mood and inspire their conversations or performances. Arrive or leave sessions in style with unique animations like flying in with a jet pack, or snapping fingers to vanish. Players can also add cool animated and visual effects to creatively express their thought.

The Avatar Kinect is expected to be released this Spring, and the good thing is it would be available for free to all Xbox LIVE Gold members. Now that’s great, here is Avatar Kinect’s trailer to let you watch it in action!

Dell Streak 7 Finally Hits Scene!

Jan 082011
 

The much-speculated Dell ‘Looking Glass’ tablet finally gets a name and comes out as Dell Streak 7 officially. The tablet was unveiled at CES yesterday along with Dell Venue, and is named on its size –yes it is a 7” tablet.

Dell Streak 7

Dell Streak 7

The tablet features dual-core 1 GHz NVIDIA Tegra 2 processor, and the 7” display screen is coated with Gorilla Glass. It supports HSPA, 4G, WiFi, and Bluetooth 2.1 connectivity. Other features include 16GB on-board memory, 5 megapixel rear and 1.3 megapixel front cameras.

Dell Streak 7 runs on Android 2.2 with the same Stage UI that is featured in Dell Venue. However it is expected to be upgraded to Honeycomb soon. The tablet has been listed at T-Mobile’s website and is expected to be available for sale soon.

Via Engadget

MSI Unveils Two WindPad Tablets at CES 2011

Jan 082011
 

Ever since MSI introduced its WindPad 100 tablet in May last year, we hadn’t heard anything breaking from the company. But now MSI is out with two ‘WindPad’ tablets 100W and 100A at CES this year.

MSI 100A Tablet Hands-On (via Engadget)

MSI 100A Tablet Hands-On (via Engadget)

The 10.1” tablets are not quite lightweight (weighing just 1.6 and 1.76lbs) and both have 10-point multi-touch screens as opposed to usual two-point. WindPad tablets also have got 8-10 hours of battery life and have USB and HDMI ports.

Talking about the difference in both tablets we see that 100A is lighter of the two and runs Android. It runs on ARM processor, supports 3G connectivity, and features a digital compass and GPS locator.

MSI 100W Tablet (via Engadget)

MSI 100W Tablet (via Engadget)

On the other hand 100W runs Windows 7 Home Premium, has an 1.66GHz Intel Atom Menlow Z530 processor. It only supports WiFi connectivity and is not so different from the MSI 100 tablet which was introduced earlier.

Here’s the press release that says it all:

2011 International CES
South Hall, Booth 30359
LAS VEGAS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–MSI Computer Corp., a leading manufacturer of computer hardware products and solutions now entering its 25th year in the industry, today unveiled its innovative new line of tablets, as well as two all-in-one (AIO) PC concept products.

“Award-winning product quality and outstanding customer service.”

NEW GENERATION WINDPAD TABLETS: FEATURE PACKED AND LIGHT AS A FEATHER

MSI revealed two new generation WindPad tablets – one on the Windows platform and the other on the Android™ platform. Both tablets are a testament to MSI’s innovative R&D and groundbreaking, stylish design, with functions such as G-Sensor gravity detection, which protects the internal hardware in case the unit is dropped, an ALS light sensor which adjusts screen brightness according to the surrounding light source, and Wi-Fi.

MSI WindPad 100A tablet
The lean 10.1-inch multi-touch machine – based on the Android OS and weighing in at 1.6 pounds – is powered by an ARM processor, and offers features such as a digital compass, a GPS locator, and Wi-Fi with a 3G option available. The new tablet is approximately half an inch thick at its thinnest point, and can run for eight to ten hours on a single battery charge.

The WindPad 100A offers a complete array of I/O ports, with USB and HDMI slots for expanding and connecting. To ensure that the WindPad’s unlimited expandability is easy-to-use, the MSI design team carried out more than 10,000 computer simulations on the possibilities for their placement. This rigorous testing process means the I/O ports are seamlessly integrated into the tablet’s design.


MSI WindPad 100W tablet
The 100W tablet, weighing in at just 1.76 pounds, features the Microsoft® Windows™ 7 Home Premium operating system and a 10.1-inch screen that supports multi-touch control. In addition to the features of the WindPad 100A, it is equipped with the Intel® Menlow™ Z530 processor and a 32GB solid state hard drive.

The MSI WindPad 100W tablet will be available in Q1 2011 with prices starting from $499.

ViewSonic Introduces ViewPad 4

Jan 082011
 

ViewSonic has unveiled what it calls “tablet device with smartphone functionality” yesterday at CES. ViewPad 4 is basically an Android smartphone which is designed to provide the functionality of a tablet. The company has already released ViewPad 7 and ViewPad 10 tablets, if you haven’t heard about it before.

ViewSonic ViewPad 4 Hands-On (via Engadget)

ViewSonic ViewPad 4 Hands-On (via Engadget)

The ViewPad 4 comes with a 4.1” WVGA LCD display and uses 1GHz Snapdragon processor. It also features a 5 megapixel camera with a 720p HD video-recording capability and supports up to 1GB of RAM. It supports Bluetooth 2.1, Wi-Fi 802.11, GPS and A-GPS connectivity.

ViewSonic ViewPad 4

ViewSonic ViewPad 4

Here’s the official press release excerpt:

ViewSonic Expands ViewPad® Line at CES

ViewPad 4 Offers Phone and Tablet Functionality in Hand-Held Package

LAS VEGAS, NV–(Marketwire – January 6, 2011) – CES 2011 ViewSonic Corp. (South Hall 30873), a leading global provider of computing, consumer electronics and communications solutions, is extending its ViewPad line at CES 2011 with a brand new 4-inch tablet.

“ViewSonic’s heritage in display technology serves as a natural extension of our product expertise,” said Jeff Volpe, vice president and general manager for ViewSonic Americas. “We have been at the forefront of visual display technology for nearly 25 years, 10 of which have been spent in the tablet space. We are proud to extend our tablet legacy by expanding our ViewPad offerings to incorporate new solutions like the ViewPad 4 that put ViewSonic anywhere consumers share, play and connect.”

ViewSonic will now offer connected ViewPad solutions ranging from 4 to 10 inches, allowing consumers to select the ViewPad that works best for their needs. As part of this expansion, the company is introducing the ViewPad 4, an Android-based 4.1-inch WVGA touch capacitive device offering tablet power and performance — and a phone — all for carrying in your pocket. Based on a Qualcomm® MSM 8255, 1GHz platform, the ViewPad 4 offers full cell phone functionality bundled with HD 720p video recording, playback, upload and HDMI 720p display output. A 5-megapixel auto-focus camera and Bluetooth® 2.1 and 802.11 b/g/n wireless enable video telephony. Additionally, GPS / A-GPS functionality makes it easy to identify points of interest from anywhere. The ViewPad 4 will be available in the middle of 2011. Pricing will be dependent upon carriers

ViewSonic hasn’t mentioned the price yet but it is expected to be launched in Q2 of 2011 (most probably in mid-June). You can check out the hands-on video here.

Via Engadget

Otterbox Introduces Reflex Cases for iPhone & Blackberry

Jan 082011
 

Mobile phones case manufacturer Otterbox is out with another exciting series of protective cases for iPhone and Blackberry. At CES 2011 ShowStoppers event, Otterbox unveiled their new Reflex series that is meant to secure your phone from any accidental damage with a shock reflex feature.

Otterbox Reflex Cases for iPhone 4

Otterbox Reflex Series Cases for iPhone 4

The cases introduced in this Reflex series are more stylish in their design and build. Made with a combination of polycarbonate and TPE rubber, these cases offer high-end protection to your iPhone or Blackberry. Each case in the series has retractable opening from the center-half of its back to allow phone to be suited in the case. The corners of the case are featured with special material to reflex the shocks by springing back in response.

Otterbox Reflex Cases for Blackberry Curve 8500/9300

Otterbox Reflex Cases for Blackberry Curve 8500/9300

According to Otterbox:

“Inspired by the crumple zone of a car, this case not only takes a hit, it recoils and springs back, ready to protect again and again. The most important part of a vehicle during an accident is the occupant. The same concept is applied to the construction of the Reflex Series case, protecting its precious smartphone cargo in the event of drops, dings or bumps.”

These cases would be soon available for Apple iPhone 4 and Blackberry Curve 8500/9300 series of phones, and you’ll be able to choose from urban grey plastic/black silicone and hot pink plastic/black silicone colors. Each case is priced at $44.95.

Via CNET

Dell Venue Unveiled, To Be Sold Unlocked

Jan 072011
 

Dell at its press conference at CES 2011 yesterday introduced its new Venue smartphone along with its Streak 7 tablet for T-Mobile. The phone is a part of the same family of Dell devices that contain Dell Venue Pro but it doesn’t feature a sliding QWETRY keyboard and runs Android 2.2 Frovo instead of Windows Phone 7.

Dell Venue Hands-On (via Engadget)

Dell Venue Hands-On (via Engadget)

Dell Venue is powered by 1GHz Snapdragon processor, 4.1” Gorilla Glass AMOLED display with multi-touch ability, 16GB on-board flash memory, 512MB RAM, 8-megapixel camera with auto-focus and LED flash. It supports some heavy Dell widget customizations (“Stage” widgets as called by Dell), a feature which offers swipe-able, card-like shortcuts for frequently-used applications.

Dell Venue

Dell Venue

Venue is currently only available in Korea and Hong Kong according to Dell. However, Dell announced that it would launch the new Venue Android smartphone in the US and it would be sold unlocked directly from Dell. It didn’t mention, however what price it would be sold at.

Via Engadget

Sony Unveils Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc Android Smartphone

Jan 072011
 

Here’s the good news –Sony Ericsson has expanded its Xperia range with the introduction of another Android smartphone in its family. Xperia Arc was officially announced this Wednesday at CES 2011 by Sony in its press conference.

Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc Hands-On (via Engadget)

Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc Hands-On (via Engadget)

What makes this smartphone special is its sleek design: the phone is slim (8.7mm thick) and has a slight arched concave back (that’s what its name suggests). Other specs featured are a 4.2” multi-touch display (promoted as “Reality Display”), 1 GHz Snapdragon processor, and 512MB of RAM with is expandable up to 8GB.

Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc

Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc

Xperia Arc runs Google Android 2.3 and supports 3G, WiFi, Bluetooth and microHDMI connectivity. It also features 8.3 megapixel camera with a Sony Exmor sensor which is capable of recording HD video.

Though not available yet, Sony aims to start Xperia Arc’s sale at the end of Q1 or Q2 this year. The price is also not disclosed yet.

Via Engadget

At CES Microsoft shares their plan for the next year

Jan 072011
 

Last year’s CES held just after the launch of Windows 7 and lots of excitement was shown by the customers with the new product for windows PC. In This year’s CES though Windows 7 is just a little old but the excitement continues to grow as Microsoft is selling over 7 copies per second. A recent statistics show that around twenty percent of the computers connected to the internet has windows 7 operating system. So Microsoft continues to serve the Windows 7 users with their new services and upgrades, providing a best way to experience the modern web.

In the early September Microsoft had released the beta version of internet explorer nine which enables users to use HTML5 with great hardware to make amazing modern web experiences. That time 20 million copies were downloaded by the users. With Internet Explorer 9 users who have Windows 7 can pin their favorite website to the taskbar. If you haven’t tried the beta version of IE9, download it now and enjoy pinning windows blog to your taskbar.

In September Microsoft also shipped latest Windows live products and services to millions of people and this include new hotmail and live essentials of 2011. Over twenty million people uses office web through new Hotmail and with new Windows live services connect and share with their personal computer to the cloud. With Windows messenger one can connect swiftly to the face book to check out their friends. Messenger is already no.2 application on face book.

In the Microsoft CES keynote Steve Ballmer has promised to continue to deliver the innovation. They are planning to release internet explorer 9 early this year. Besides they are working on the next generation operating system for personal computers and tablets. If you missed the CES keynote with Mr. Ballmer, you can watch that on Microsoft’s official face book page.

CES 2011: Real Networks Offers Cloud-based Music first

Jan 072011
 

People have been hearing about cloud music and media offerings for the past few months. Both Google and Apple had made attempts to get their first and it was expected that any one of them would release cloud music by the year 2010. Sadly none of these internet giants could do what Real Networks did. A company behind RealPlayer has previewed Unifi at the consumer Electronics show (CES).

Vice president of emerging products Kellogg smith has revealed some features of cloud based music that they are about to release in the early 2011.

As said by Kellogg-Smith, recently Real Networks surveyed among 1,000 of its users and they sorted out the difficulties they face in organizing media between multiple devices and syncing smart phone devices. These two has been the major two complaints that the authority often faces. It is irritating that mobile user still has to synchronize their phone rather than transmitting content wirelessly. Many users have multiple devices and they cannot memorize where and on what device a particular media file might reside. Real Networks has made an attempt to find the solution with its Unifi project. A multiple media device owner might find it easier to use this tool.

This tool includes a “librarian” application that catalogs all of user’s image and music files, makes a master list of them, and gathers all of them into a cloud master list. The librarian application is nothing more than a usual program on your PC and like an app on your iPad, iPhone, tablet or Android. All of these devices make an inventory and entries it to that master list. User then chooses which content exactly you want to appear available at the cloud then the service does the rest.

Besides syncing your device the cloud service user can easily download contents. In actual fact Unifi provides an opportunity to the Apple users to sync their device wirelessly, of course they cannot use iTunes to access to the content.

CES 2011 Live Blogging and Live Streaming Links

Jan 042011
 

Unfortunately we are not going to live blog or live stream CES 2011 this year but our friends at other tech blogs will and we would like to share some of the links you should visit between January 6th and 9th

Live Blogging CES 2011 Links:

  • Engadget – They already started getting some CES news in so check them out first!
  • Ars Technica – They just announce that their bloggers are ariving tomorrow to cover CES conferences that includes
    • Intel, NVIDIA, Microsoft, Samsung, Motorola, Sony and Steve Ballmer Keynote
  • TFTS (Nexus404) – Will be live blogging also
    • LG Press, Intel, Samsung, Panasonic, Motorola, Sony, Ivan Seidenberg, Skype, Boo-Keun (samsung)

We will update the list above, but for now you can check Google Real Time or Google News if somebody else announced Live Blogging or Live Streaming of CES 2011.

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