Gigabyte S1185 & S1082 Ivy Bridge tablet specification

Gigabyte Windows 8 tablet: Windows 8 tablet can be described as the darling of the major manufacturers.Now Gigabyte has showed their interest in Windows 8 and released two products.
Launch date– Released on December 2012
Price – Rs.25000 for S1185 and Rs.40000 for S1062
Screen Size – 11.6 inches tablet
SIM card Slot – No

Gigabyte exposed their two new Windows 8 product at International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. Gigabyte S1185 focus on ordinary consumer market and Gigabyte S1082 focus on business market. Believe that these two products can be a cause for concern in many Windows 8 tablet device.

Specification
S1185 uses a 11.6-inch 1080p HD display and the processor is powered by Intel Ivy Bridge processors. It is undeniable that it causes a problem in batteries life. It has got magnetic adsorption keyboard and optical finger navigation. I don't know about what is optical finger navigation technology. This technology is unclear and need to examine.

The S1082 uses a similar design, but the increased feature in mobile data and network connectivity. It has 500GB HDD hard drive.

Nokia Windows RT Tablet

Nokia Tablet: Nokia recently made a tie up with Windows now started to produce their Windows RT tablets. News regarding their tablet is already published. Now this tablet is showcased in CES 2013. CES is a consumer electronics expo where new mobile phones and tablets will be shown like a exhibition. Details I got regarding this tablet is below.


Screen size: 10.1 inches
Resolution: Unknown
Processor: Qualcomm the Xiao Long S4 dual core processor
Running memory: Unknown
Storage space: unknown
Camera: 8 million pixels
Ports: Two USB interface
Operating system: Windows RT
Battery Capacity: unknown

Price: Unknown (will be Rs.40,000 and above)

Nokia invested their money in Microsoft and launched variety of WP based mobile. Nokia concentrated only on producing mobile phones now they stepped onto tablet pc production. Lumia series phone has a good appearance and so Nokia tablet PC's will also looks great. Only confirmed specification of Nokia tablet is the 10.1 inch display. Soon there will be official intimation. In addition, there is news that Nokia has abandoned plans to release new products at CES this year. They will be fought in the Barcelona Mobile World Assembly (MWC). But regardless of this news is true, we still hope that this has been confusing product can appear earlier.

Best tablet so far...iPad Mini [Review]

We all know that ever since Apple introducer iPhone, technology is no longer just about specification. 
One can boast about the high speed processor and yet it is the user experience that defines the best product. 

Ever since iPad was around, tablets have been something that have been continuously hitting the markets. We have so many tablets around and with Windows 8, we are talking about hybrid of PC and tablet as well. It shows how people are looking into having a tablet....because of the convenience of working on the go, surfing the net and also doing certain research without having to sit in front of the PC. 

Anyway, after using some different tablets and play with them...Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1, Samsung Galaxy Tab 7 Plus, iPad 2, new iPad and also the iPad Mini, I have come to one simple conclusion: the iPad mini beats all of them. No doubt, I have kept certain reservations in terms of Productivity especially since I'm a Windows user and I always believe that without Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Power Point, that product is pretty screwed...but there are a lot of alternatives in the App Store that made it sufficient...this is the only downside I find while using the iPad Mini.

say hi to iPad Mini

Alright, so WHAT IS SO GOOD ABOUT iPAD Mini? We all know that in terms of specification, the iPad Mini is similar to iPad 2, and it is definitely not as good as the new iPad but what makes iPad Mini so good that I decided to call it the best tablet so far is the user experience it brings...thanks to the size and weight.

If you are using the new iPad now, you will probably find it to be a bit difficult to carry along after a while...because it's heavy. Well, not that it's super heavy but it's just not light enough to be carry around. While I was using the iPad mini, I find that I can't leave it aside...in fact, it was fun to be able to read, surf the internet and just do some work with it at any place and at any time. 

Here is the difference between some of the available tablets in the market today:

At one glance, it probably won't seem to make much difference between the 7 inches tablet, which is true to a certain extend....but take a look at how much thinner is the iPad Mini....7.2mm in comparison to the rest....while it might not feel much difference if you are holding the tablet for 5 minutes, but once you are playing with it for about half an hour, you'll start to see the difference. And look at the iPad Mini weight in comparison to the bigger brother...it's twice lighter...and that makes all the difference. I used to find it fun to carry the iPad 2 with me but after a while, the weight turns me off. When I'm tired and I want to read, I don't want to be holding a big junk....I wanted something light...and that's where iPad Mini comes in. 

Apple put it this way on the official website: iPad Mini, every inch an iPad....which is true...because it works just like an iPad...and though without that cooler Retina Display, the display on the iPad Mini is pretty good on its' own. The reality is this: we hardly compare our display with another tablet display...only once in a while we do that...and that's where iPad Mini comes in useful...it flourish and excel at the most important part: the size and weight which makes it extremely portable, extremely useful and you just wouldn't go for other devices....at one point, I find myself using it to look at my Facebook, email and etc instead of my iPhone...because the iPad Mini is just as portable as my iPhone and it offers better reading display....

Enough of the size and weight...now about the functionality:

BEST eBOOK as well? Probably...

If you are using tablets nowadays, stop looking for games because you are really wasting your money if you're doing that. When I was using the iPad 2 in the past, one of the best part about it is reading eBooks. 

The iPad Mini has the iBook and has all the new features in it:

Using the iPad Mini, you could easily search for a lot of free eBooks using iBook. Besides that you could also upload any PDF files onto it for reading purpose. This is especially good for those who would want to read while waiting in the LRT or while chilling out in Starbucks. 

Alright, this is one of the book that I've been reading using the iPad mini: The Art of War.

By tapping onto a word and hold it, there will be an options for you to Copy, Define, Highlight, Note, Search and even Share. 

I like the Define feature as it helps one to understand the meaning of the word: very user friendly....no more hassle of looking for definition from Safari. 

Definition shown and you still can search for better understanding using either the Web or Wikipedia..

Taking note is also useful...especially if you are reading on revision books...it helps you to remember important points...it's just like taking studies with you on the go...

 

Sharing is what defines our community today...we are the generation that loves to share...look at Facebook, Twitter, Foursquare...all of them are popular because of sharing...and with this new feature, I can easily share some of the things that I've been reading either through message or on Facebook and Twitter...email is also another option. A big thumbs up to Apple's new feature in the iBook.

I'm sharing this on Facebook...

You can see the post on the top left hand of my Wall post...

Just like conventional books, one could easily go to Archive to look for the topics and chapters for quick reading purposes.

The Search capability on the iBook also makes it easy for reference....so no more turning pages and pages to look for certain words...one search button and you're shown with a list.

Reading is good but reading in the right display is also important. I find it amazing to use the iBook...I can choose some different fonts that are available, and I could also control the brightness directly from the app itself...which is good for the eyes especially during night reading.

Check out some sample fonts on the images above...

The theme colour could also be changed into black...which I find it to be suitable for night reading as the brightness is reduced....much better for the eyes and it also won't disturb your partner from sleeping. 

And if you're tired after reading halfway, BOOKMARK is also an ease...just a tap on the top right button and you could easily come back to where you last read the next time you on your iBook.

Bookmark is easily done using iBook.

Well, what if you are not an avid reader, will the iPad still be of much use for you? Definitely...because the iPad mini is also an amazing planner for you to use...now, managing your time will be an ease....do you still need a PA? Definitely not if you're tech savvy and if you're not in a position to have a PA, you won't need one to manage your hectic schedule now.

 iPad Mini is an amazing Planner for you...

You can easily manage your time using the calendar available on the iPad Mini...there are a few ways to views: the day, week, month and year. Unlike the iPhone which is too small when view on a monthly basis, the iPad Mini makes it look clear...at a glance, you could actually view all the appointments, meetings, birthdays on the iPad Mini...no more awkward situation where you saw your friend and forgot that it was his birthday. The calendar feature is also very user friendly. I could even sync all the appointments that I have keyed in on my GMail and Outlook....that's how easy to use. Just sync and I'm good to go.

Here is a sample of the appointment that I have...

The daily view shows in details...could be browse through easily in the morning before work starts

Adding Events is also very easy....I could also invite other people if I wanted to...and reminders are easily available...

CHECK EMAILS USING BLACKBERRY? Now the iPad Mini can kick that aside easily...

People used to be so proud of the Blackberry device because it is useful when it comes to checking email. The push functionality is boasted because it does not reduce battery lifespan as quick as the iPhone or the HTC. But with iPad mini, where battery lifespan will definitely not be an issue, reading an email is fun and easy.

Setting up emails on the iPad mini itself is also easy enough....

Reading emails on the iPad mini is definitely much better than reading it on the iPhone...much bigger with clear display.

NEED A CAMERA? the iPad Mini does that well enough....

Check these images...all taken using the iPad mini...it is also beautiful when viewed on the iPad mini itself...Retina display? I don't think I need that....

Well, if you read through the entire reviews, you will find that the iPad Mini actually function and does a lot of things the same way as other tablets and the iPad with Retina Display as well...but what really set this piece of device apart from the rest is the size and the weight and that makes all the difference....

Look at the Surface and many other tablets such as the Samsung Tab family and Nexus family as well...all of them are good but iPad Mini takes all the good with it along with the most important thing: portability...the ability to help one to use it while on the go with ease...simply because of the size and weight...Apple definitely got it right with the iPad mini...

Asus P1801 - Windows plus Android OS dual boot tablet

Asus P1801: Federal Communications Commission revealed that ASUS is ready to launch its dual OS tablet (i.e)Windows and Android OS both running in same tablet. Also they have suspected that it has got 18 inch screen. You know I am still using 15 inch CRT, looks great even now. Just think about 18 inch tablet, it looks like carrying a women in your hand. Asus haven't made any official announcement regarding other specification of this tablet. Only few features of this tablet were exposed to the public.

Specification:
Android 4.1.1 with Windows 8 / Windows RT
Cortex A-9 central processor
1920 * 1032 resolution screen

Official release:
CES 2013 exhibition will start on January 6. In this exhibition several tablets will be exposed. Many predict that this mysterious tablet Asus P1801 will be available for this exhibition.

18 inch tablet:
You may have questions like "How it is predicted that Asus P1801 has 18 inch sreen?". Asus always use their screen size in the tablet name. For example:
Asus Eee Slate EP12 has 12 inch screen
Asus Nexus 7 has 7 inch screen
Similarly Asus P1801 will have 18 inch screen

Many predict that it is a Asus Transformer AiO final version. Transformer AiO is a very powerful tablet that can run two operating systems, one is Android system, another the Windows RT or Window 8 system.

Android plus Windows 8 OS:

This tablet  act as all in one desktop while using Windows 8. You can use this as a tablet by booting Android OS. 

BlackBerry PlayBook tablet with BB10 OS

BlackBerry PlayBook running BB10 OS: Production for PlayBook tablet with BB10 has started. Financial results of BlackBerry were as follows:

Third quarter of 2012 - 255,000 units sold
Fourth quarter of 2012 - 130,000 units sold

Among most of their sales, majority goes to PlayBook. This tablet was heavily criticized while comparing with Apple ipad, but they satisfied their customer with frequent updates, bug fixes and adding features. This laid a solid foundation for the PlayBook tablets. Due to frequent support, positive comments from the user were exposed.
In 2011, PlayBook made a great efforts to sell their tablet with various discount and promotions during major festivals this year. This increased the PlayBook tablet usage by the consumers. Those users will surely eager to have a tablet with BB10 OS.

RIM's CEO Thorsten Heins said the company will make every effort to BlackBerry 10 advocacy and support. They has been ready for investing a lot of money into marketing in BlackBerry 10.

We can expect this tablet soon in America, Canada, China and India.

Indian Railways Important Information

Wish you happy new year 2013 to all.
If you are searching about railways information then,
I hope this article will help you.

How to find trains between stations:
To find trains between two stations just go to the following website:

IndiaRail

Now enter source & destination stations and click to "Search".
Here you will get list of available trains.
You can register on this site also and get more services for free.

For any kind of railways information and enquiry just use the links given below:

For railways station code click here:

"Get Railway Station Code"

For Seat Availability Click Here

"Railways Seat Availability"

Now fill the given form with following information and click to "Get Availability"
* Train No
* Journey Date
* Source Station Code
* Destination Station Code
* Class
* Quota

To enquiry about ticket fare between stations go to following link.
"Get Ticket Fare"
Fill the given form you will get the information.

If you are searching about railways timetable or train Schedule or train departure/arrival time of train on a specific station then use the following link.
"Get Train Schedule"

Keywords:
Railway Enquiry
PNR Status
Railway Seat Availability
Railways Station Code
Train Fare Enquiry
Train Schedule
Railways Timetable
Train route

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Acer Iconia W700 - Tablet or Ultrabook?

My sister got a called yesterday from the computer shop telling her that she can go and collect her Acer Iconia W700. Well, definitely she is excited, having to wait almost about a week for her new toy to reach, and most importantly is that she finally owned a tablet - a very powerful one until it can be put on the dock and plugged with USB keyboard and mouse, this device can easily become a productivity device - laptop or desktop or ultrabook, whichever we can think of it.

 

 I'll play around with the Iconia W700 before blogging about it, but overall Iconia definitely something for those who plan to have productivity device, rather than just a tablet, or ebook reader. It's like getting a two in one device. The only draw back is that you will need to buy your own usb keyboard and mouse as the dock does not come with the keyboard and touchpad.