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Google Launches the Buzz

February 12th, 2010 Simon No comments

Google BuzzIf you own a Gmail account and have not had the chance to check it yet, then chances are you have not seen that interesting new splash page for first time Buzz users.

Log in to your Google account and be greeted by a cheery bright page detailing the various features and things you can do with the new Google Buzz At the bottom of the page is a large button that will bring you directly to your account and let you try out the new Buzz tool.

For those of you who have a Facebook account, the interface is pretty familiar. There’s a big status updates balloon which you can fill with any sort of content you desire and publish it online to your friends and contacts that are following your posts (ala Twitter). It’s a simple process and had Google thought of it first, they would probably be on top of the social networking ladder –or maybe not, the real draw of Facebook for many people it is thousands of interesting applications that you can waste time on.

So far, public reaction to the Buzz has been lukewarm to outright rejection. Some Twitter feeds have already been gathering Facebook folk to create an “I Hate Google Buzz” fan group (which currently has 12 members). On the other hand, Danny Choo recently posted a retweet calling the Buzz as a Twitter killer.

With Google’s social networking tool still in its early stages, one might feel compelled to say that it is too early to judge. Though in practice, it feels a lot like Google Wave (and many others are making the same comparison), let us hope that the trend stops there for Google’s sake.

Learn more about the new Google Buzz, the mobile version of Buzz for Android 2.0 and above and more at Times Online UK.

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The Google Nexus One: A Quick Overview

February 4th, 2010 Simon No comments

Google Nexus One 4In the world today people need a fast phone to accompany their fast-paced life.  The Google name was associated with a search engine yesterday, and today they are selling mobile phones.  Google surprised us all by releasing the Nexus One smartphone.

When you get your hands on the Nexus One you will get the feeling of the iPhone more than that of other Smartphones.  While Motorola keeps the physical QWERTY keyboard with the Backflip, Google Nexus One lacks any substantial physical buttons.  In fact, there are some good functional buttons on the phone: the power button and the volume control.  The rest of the control is provided through the touch sensitive screen.

When users get it out from the box they will hold in their hands an 11.5 mm deep and 130 grams in weight phone.  The first thing they will notice is the big 3.7 inch touch screen, which is one of the biggest touch screens on the phone market.

Inside the Android phone there is a powerful Snapdragon 1 GHz processor. So, when it comes to Nexus One the 3D graphics, internet browsing and applications running at the same time they can forgot how to close applications, because they don’t need it.  The creators, were careful when they designed the Smartphone to deliver a really smart, energy saving phone, so do not be surprised if you see the Nexus One self-adjusting its brightness or turning down the processor when not used.  Still, there is a lack of long battery life there, because continuous use of the phone may shorten the battery life.  The official statement will tell us that there is about 10 days standby, 7 hours talk time and video playback and 20 hours of audio playback.

The Google Nexus One uses the Android 2.1 operating system that has some notable features.  When we say Android operating system, we have Google Voice, so an assigned Google Voice number to the phone to make all the calls and messaging.  There is an upgraded Voice keyboard also and a voice enabled text field.  The Android 2.1 makes typing easier because one can just talk to the phone and then they can edit the converted text later.  The Nexus One has an awesome background change also, with the Live Wallpaper feature.  It is fun to change the existing wallpaper to a new one; especially the best ones.

    Google Nexus One 3You can choose between many options so your phone can reflect your mood.  The gorgeous 480 x 800 OLED touch screen catches the eye at the exact second when the eye is seen. Another notable feature is the noise cancellation.  Of course this feature is noticeable for those who are on the other side of the line, but it is does a great job when it comes to noise.  It cancels the wind noise that substantially improves the calls quality.  This feature is automatic and the technology used for this is very simple: there is another microphone on the back that tracks inbound noise.  Now is the time, when you can relax, and lower down your voice when talking on the Nexus phone.

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    Google Nexus One: The Future of The Android

    January 7th, 2010 Simon No comments

    Google Nexus OneThe Google Nexus One appears to be “the face” of the next level of Android OS handsets. Packed with numerous features, it really is the class of the operating system. This is largely why people were so excited about Google’s unveiling of the phone at their headquarters in Mountain View, California. The possibilities of what the phone might offer, also explains why blogs have been abuzz about this topic for months. There has been a ton of speculation about the phone, particularly its specs. Well, now individuals will be able to check out the phone for themselves.

    More information about the Nexus One can be found on the phone’s official page. There are also numerous reviews that can be found online. Many of them are very good, complete with pictures. For those interested in purchasing the phone, it is definitely worth taking a look at.

    The Google Nexus One will initially be released in the United States. T-Mobile will be the phone’s carrier. Later this year, Verizon will also carry the phone. In Europe, Vodafone will have the honors. The newest Android handset is priced pretty expensively. It will cost buyers $529 (£331) if bought directly from Google. Individuals who sign a two year contract with T-Mobile will be able to purchase the phone at a discount. The price is reduced to $179 (£112).

    The Nexus One comes with a 5 megapixel camera that has a LED flash and autofocus feature. Besides great pictures, Individuals will also be able to record HD videos. The phone comes standard with GPS, compass, voice recognition and 512 MB of memory. An additional amount can be added via the handset’s microSD memory slot.

    The hype concerning the Google Nexus One came to a crescendo yesterday around the time Google hosted its invitation-only press event. The company finally acknowledged the existence of the Nexus One and gave the public an idea of when it will be available. From most accounts, it looks like the wait has been well worth it. Now, the only thing left is to see how the phone will actually perform.

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    Google release their new phone the Nexus One

    January 6th, 2010 Simon No comments

    Google Nexus OneGoogle hold a worldwide reputation for giving quality and usually free services to the public, and we can safely say our lives may be very different without Google. Whether it be a simple Google search, or planning in depth journey details with the Google map planner, people all over the world use Google, and they have built up themselves a very good name, with the company itself being worth billions of £s.

    The new release from Google, the Nexus One is a revolutionary new mobile phone featuring the most up to date technology there is around, and combining it all into one small and stylish phone. Using a 5.0megapixel camera, you are never going to be caught out again by not having a camera to document a favorite occasion or work assignment which you need to take home with you. When taken, the photos can then be transferred to a computer or uploaded directly to a website providing the website has the right capabilities.

    When speaking on the Nexus One noise reduction technology will be automatically applied to help keep your conversations clear and audible. A compressor acts to take out unnecessary noise, and unwanted frequencies, particularly focusing on background noise and line interference. Weighing in at only 133g, the phone is easily carried round in your pockets, and can be used to make long telephone calls as your hand will not develop strain and pain as quickly as other phones. The phone is available on T mobile in the United States, and on the Vodafone network in the United Kingdom. At present the phone is available directly from the Google website, and plans or store releases are not yet known.

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