Techiesmo (Tech+Gizmo)

LG Optimus 3D is one of the first handheld gadgets equipped with 3D technology. The first known handheld gadget with 3D displays will be the Nintendo 3DS and it has become a major hit in its birthplace, Japan. Currently, there are only two 3D smartphones in the world, LG Optimus 3D and HTC Evo 3D. However, how reliable is the 3D displays of this Android smartphone?

Compared to the Nintendo 3DS, the developers of this phone have done quite a great job and those who never saw 3D displays before will surely be amazed with what the LG Optimus 3D is capable of. This smartphone utilises the parallax barrier technology that enable you to see 3D displays without using special glasses, but it also brings limitation. The 3D displays can only be enjoyed if you see the screen at the right angle. This spells ‘single-user experience’, because anyone around you can only see double images, not 3D images like you are seeing.

Even though the 3D capability is still quite limited, it is still a great joy to the users. The 3D technology is not only available for displays; you can also capture 3D videos using this smartphone.  This is because LG Optimus 3D is equipped with two 5 megapixel cameras at the back to enable this feature. You can also capture full HD videos using this phone. However, you can only capture full HD videos in 2D mode. The ability of the smartphone to capture 3D videos is only at 720p but it is still in HD.

However, the main flaw of the phone will be its short battery life. You will probably need to recharge this smartphone after less of a day’s usage and it can be sooner if you use the phone extensively. If you use the 3D mode of the phone all day, it will of course dry out the battery’s juice faster. Therefore, you will need to always bring a backup charger everywhere you go.

The internal memory is quite high at 8GB and you can always upgrade the storage capacity by utilizing the MicroSD expansion slot. Some other functions available are Bluetooth, Wifi, and also touchscreen. LG Optimus 3D is quite light for its build (less than 200 grams) and it has already been marketed all over the globe. If you want to be one of the first people in the world with a 3D smartphone, you can get your hands on LG Optimus 3D because it is totally worth it.

Samsung Galaxy S2 (or just S2) is one of the most anticipated smartphones to arrive at the international market along with the Apple iPhone 5. Samsung lovers would rejoice as there are already rumors that the S2 will be launched before the iPhone 5, which will give a competitive advantage in terms of marketing. Deemed as the best smartphone so far, it has a 1.2 GHz lightning fast processor contained in a super-slim chassis that is weighting just around 100grams!

Another remarkable feature of the S2 will be its display, which is the 4.3” SUPER AMOLED Plus display that is dubbed to be the best screen display for any smartphones, mainly because of its sharpness with a low power consumption that reduces the battery usage, which is a common setback in all smartphones in the market. The brilliant display will gives you superior vivid colours on any pictures and videos with a high contrast ratio, making it a great device for videos. The 8MP Camera with LED Flash will make sure that you capture beautiful images and videos in High Definition (HD) for any condition and weather and there is also a 2MP front-facing camera embedded inside this machine.

Aside from the marvelous features of the front-end of the S2, Samsung did not forget to enhance more on the S2’s back-end processes. Samsung Galaxy S2 will be the first Android smartphone that uses powerful encryption software that will maximize your data security and such. S2 users will also be able to transfer their data securely by using the Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync that provides the most reliable Mobile Device Management security while transferring data like emails, calendar, to-do lists and contacts.

Already being reviewed by some of the popular websites, S2 has already being evaluated with not less than 4 stars (from 5) showing that the hype surrounding it is not to be taken lightly. The Samsung Galaxy S2 is also being rated as the best android smartphones available with 3721 points, leaving its nearest rival, the LG Optimus 2X by 300 points. The rating is made by using the Antulu System Benchmark that is be most comprehensive benchmarking app in Android devices.

In conclusion, Samsung Galaxy S2 is the best Android smartphone that is in the market today. An ultimate media experience combines with next generation of web browsing and dual-core processor, it is ridiculous to say that no one will love S2. Samsung Galaxy S2 has really set up a new level for smartphones this year but still one question remains; can it beat the iPhone 5?

Are you looking for a smartphone that gives the most pure Android experience? If this is so, then you have to consider Google Nexus S 4G Android phone. With unending list of useful applications and great multitasking possibilities, this Samsung-manufactured phone is for sure going to be another milestone added to Google’s smartphone success.

Now, let’s take a closer look at what makes the Android phone unique and exciting to smartphone users.

Design – At a dimension of 63mm x 123.9mm x 10.88mm, and a weight of 131g, Nexus S 4G seems to be the excellent choice among real smartphone lovers! The 4-inch Super AMOLED touchscreen display with resolution of 480 x 800 pixels (4.0″ WVGA) seems to be the best among the existing members of smartphone family.

Camera – The 5 megapixel camera seems to be the basic necessity of any smartphone these days and Nexus S 4G have successfully followed the rule by offering a 5-megapixel camera in the rear and a 0.3-megapixel camera in front.

Battery Life – A single battery (1500mAh) charge can give you a talk-time of about 6.7 hours and a standby time up to 17.8 days on 3G is pretty good enough as well. But users, remember not to use the phone displays unnecessarily as it might drain the battery power completely.

Performance – This Android phone is running on Android 2.3, which is also known as ‘Gingerbread’ and is powered by 1GHz Samsung Hummingbird processor. The enhanced speed, improved keyboard and separate file system for applications etc are results of using gingerbread.

Additional Features – This time around you can get 4G speeds on Sprint’s network instead of T-Mobile’s 3G speeds. However, the phone’s most significant feature is still the support for NFC (near field communication) technology which offer users the opportunity to use Google Wallet mobile-payment service which expected to be launched in New York and San Francisco this summer.

With fast speeds, WebTop applications, customizable widgets and many more latest innovative features, Motorola Atrix has hit the gadgets market. Enabling users to feel a PC interface, Motorola Atrix has a lot in store for tech savvies. Let’s take a look at what makes Motorola Atrix unique and gives it the power to withstand the heavy competition in the fast moving smart phone industry.

• Design – Motorola Atrix comes with a 4 inch touch display screen with The 960 x 540 pixel resolutions. This makes Motorola Atrix as the topper in the list of Android phones with highest resolutions. Atrix has a thickness of less than half an inch and length of 4.63 inches. Weight of 4.7 ounce seems to be unimaginable for a Smartphone of its kind.
• Multimedia – Motorola Atrix offers most multimedia features and apart from them it offers a fantastic video chat option through the Qik video chat application. The front facing camera and 5MP rear cam seems just good for an Android product. Recording is possible at 720p with high definition.
• Battery Life – A talk time battery life of 530 minutes and standby time of 350 hours is what Motorola offers in Atrix.
• Memory – 16GB basic memory is supported by the phone itself, it is more than enough for basic users. Those of you who need an extension can go up to 32 GB via a SD card.
• Additional Features – The Motorola Atrix runs on Android 2.2 with a dual core processor. Secure data backup, finger print recognition technology, and WebTop application makes Motorola Atrix one step ahead of its immediate counterparts.

Smartphone industry is luring. Technological advancements in the form of multimedia features and user interfaces are being commercialized to its core. HTC has a decent share and a niche market catering to the smart phone customer needs. The recent addition to its ‘HTC Sense’ family, the HTC Thunderbolt is what we are talking about.

Design – The 4.3 inch large touch screen with display of 480 x 800 pixel resolutions satisfies almost all touch screen usages. The weight of 6.23 ounces seems to be one small drawback as it might be a ‘heavy’ issue of some users.

Multimedia – HTC Thunderbolt is an ideal multimedia device. The rear and front cameras are of 8 and 1.3 megapixels respectively. The rear one comes with dual flash and auto focus as well. The 40 GB of storage capacity seems to be a ‘huge’ stuff for songs, movies and videos. The device comes with a kickstand for watching movies and videos at a comfortable angle.

Battery Life & Memory – Single charge gives a talk time of 378 minutes as per HTC and this indicates a faster drain of power on usage of applications. 8GB internal memory couples with 32GB SD card expandable memory seem to be pretty perfect for a smart phone.

Additional Features – The 2.2 Android OS, 4G technology capability and 1GHz Snapdragon processor are few of the other ‘hit point’s of HTC Thunderbolt. The ability to be used as a mobile spot for up to eight devices turns HTC Thunderbolt a superhero smart phone!

Rumors have been spreading in the Smartphone industry regarding the release of a ‘smart gaming phone’ for the last few months! Yes, the rumors seem to be true with Sony Ericsson unveiling the lucrative Sony Ericsson Xperia Play – a handset with a ‘first of its genre’ title!

Gamers around the world are always in search of a handy device that can carry a lot more than games. Sony Ericsson seems to have answered these query minds through Sony Xperia Play. Unveiled at the Mobile World Congress conducted in Barcelona in Spain few months ago, Sony seems to have attracted a lot many service providers across the globe as well. Service providers are busier to put this ‘unique’ piece in customer hands as soon as possible, aiming the huge gamer’s crowd waiting for the same. The interests shown by the US providers O2, Vodafone and T Mobile show this. An unclear price of £ 549.98 has been spotted as an initial figure whereas it will lower down with major service providers offering less expensive monthly plans.

The phone runs on the famous ‘Gingerbread’ – Android 2.3 platform. The screen is of 4.2 inches with LED backlit touch screen. The camera claims the usual pre-requisite of similar smart phones which is a 5 megapixel feature. The phone is equipped with various gaming friendly options. Most buttons with touch operation seems to have already caught the gamers’ eyes. There are a lot more to be seen and discussed, while the launch of Sony Ericsson Xperia Play takes place in many other commercial markets!