Analysis of LG Optimus Vu II

Back on stage the LG Optimus Vu II but in an improved edition by LG. Its screen is 4:3 so that its shape is boxy and has a five-inch screen.

This improved model LG has a 1024 x 768 pixel resolution, eight megapixel camera that gives us the option to record in full HD, dual core processor, two gigs ram, DNLA and NFC connectivity and work with the operating system Android. It is speculated that have an average price of 750 euros.

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LG Optimus Vu II has a broad panel does enter the heading of phablets allowing us to view images, videos, applications and interfaces in general sharper.
Its exterior finish has been improved compared to its predecessor since this model has a lower gloss and weight (not over 160 grams). Its controls will find them on the left side and front, as well as multimedia controls and camera. The camera of the LG Optimus Vu II has eight megapixels and will allow us to make video calls and recording in full HD.

The internal memory of LG Optimus Vu II is 16 gigs but can extend up to 48 gigabytes with SD mini memory. About your operating system we are pleased to announce that is Android 4.1 Jelly Bean.
It is a smart phone that has Wi-Fi Direct connectivity, Wi-Fi Hotspot, 3G mobile networks / LTE, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS antenna, MicroUSB port, and headphone minijack plug.

Features

• GSM 850/900/1800/1900
• Memory 16 GB expandable with 32GB microSD cards
• 2 GB of RAM
• Capacitive multitouch screen
• Camera 8 megapixel BSI sensor with PowerLed
• Autofocus, Flash and video light Power LED
• Geotagging
• Face detection
• Image stabilizer
• Records video at 1080p @ 30fps
• Secondary camera 1.3 megapixel
• Multimedia playback pictures, audio and video
• Document editor, Google Search, Google Now, Google Maps (Street View and Latitude), Google Mail, Google Maps, Google Talk, YouTube, Google Calendar, Picasa.
• HTML5 and Java.
• Voice commands
• Predictive text input
• QRemote (universal remote control)
• TV-out (via MHL A / V)
• Noise Cancellation System
• TrueHD Movie Editor
• Document viewer
• Dolby Mobile
• QMemo, QTranslator, My Style Keyboard
• Controls and connections Qualcomm Snapdragon MSM8960 Processor
• Dual-core (Dual-Core) 1.5 GHz Krait
• Adreno 225 GPU
• Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
• 3G (HSDPA, HSUPA
• 802 WiFi a / b / g / n, WiFi Hotspot, WiFi Direct, DLNA
• Bluetooth 4.0 with A2DP
• NFC
• GPS with A-GPS
• MicroUSB 2.0
• Output 3.5-millimeter headphone jack
• MicroSD card slot
• Lithium ion battery of 2150 mAh

Positives

Among the points in favor of this new terminal that comes with the name LG Optimus Vu II have to provide us with a complete and fast connectivity, eight-megapixel camera and powerful dual-core processor.

Negatives

This mobile if you have a couple of negatives that we can not ignore. The first is 4:3 and the second, and perhaps more negative, which your operating system is the Android 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich, as this is well out of date compared to other mobile terminals.

Conclusions

 

LG Vu series has been renewed with the LG Optimus Vu II, a mixture of smartphone and electronic tablet. Among the highlights of this terminal have your camera will feature a backlit sensor, two gigabytes of RAM and Krait processor is equivalent to two cores.

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Sony Xperia SP Analysis

 

The Sony Xperia SP reaches catalog Smartphones Sony being a midrange smartphone that features enhanced technical features and design of the future. This product will arrive this 2013 in the third quarter and has yet to release a reference price.

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Although many might think that being the midrange Sony Xperia SP would not be a competitor of the high-end smartphone, it would be a mistake.

This smartphone has a design and architecture based on a solid aluminum housing all within technology Sony Mobile BRAVIA Engine 2 and HD Reality Display (which guarantee the quality of sound and image).
In addition, the Sony Xperia SP has a processor Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 dual core MSM8960Pro.

Features

• GSM 850/900/1800/1900 and HSDPA 850/900/2100
• LTE 800/900/1800/2100/2600 (in some markets)
• Weight and dimensions 130.6 x 67.1 x 9.98 mm
• -Expandable Memory 8GB MicroSD card of 32 GB
• 1 GB of RAM
• Capacitive touch screen with QWERTY keyboard
• 16,777,216 colors and 1280 x 720 pixels
• Sony Mobile BRAVIA ® Engine 2
• Capturing screenshots
• Mineral crystal scratch resistant film and shatterproof
• Capacitive touch screen with on-screen QWERTY keyboard
• Aluminum frame / transparent
• Camera 8 megapixel camera
• Autofocus and Burst
• 16X Digital Zoom
• HDR for both photos and videos
• Face Detection
• Flash LED / pulse and lighting of the camera and front camera
• Geotagging
• Record high-definition video (1080p)
• Shake
• Red-eye reduction
• Scene Recognition
• Timer
• Smile Detection
• Sony Exmor image sensor for mobile RS
• Superior Auto Function and Sweep Panorama
• 3D Surround (VPT)
• Stereo Bluetooth (A2DP)
• Clear Audio +
• Music tones (MP3/AAC)
• PlayNow Service
• TrackID music recognition
• Application "WALKMAN
• XLOUD Experience ™
• 3D games and motion games
• Facebook Application
• Controls and connections Android OS 4.1 Jelly Bean Google
• Dual core processor Qualcomm Snapdragon
• 3G (HSDPA / HSUPA) and Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g / n
• Bluetooth 4.0 Wireless Technology
• Support HDMI via MHL
• Audio connector 3.5 mm (CTIA)
• Synchronisation via Exchange ActiveSync, Facebook, Google and SyncML
• Compatible with USB 2.0 high speed

Positives 

 

One point in favor of the new Sony Xperia SP is featuring a 4.6 inches screen with full HD Sony Mobile Bravia technology also features an aluminum design and a battery with capacity of more than 2.370 milliamps.

Negatives

Thinking about the features of the Sony Xperia SP we conclude that instead of talking about the negative aspects we can say what are the aspects that can be improved.
Among them is the processor that could be four cores as are the sights that are hitting the market (even in the analysis presented Samsung Galaxy S4 few days ago, we mentioned that this model will have eight cores). You can also improve the camera is only eight megapixels and memory expansion is only eight gigabytes.

Conclusion

The new Sony Xperia SP will launch in the third quarter of this year and after analyzing their advantages and disadvantages, we can conclude that this terminal is ideal for midrange users high as it has improved technology in relation to all your multimedia functions, 1 gig memory, processor Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 dual core, microSD expansion to 32GB cards and battery of 2,370 milliamps.

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Analysis LG Optimus Pro G

The LG Optimus Pro G spring to arrive in Europe and promises to be a smartphone that will be positioned in the market with its four cores, total connectivity, screen more than five inch android system and exclusive applications designed for your interface.
 

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What about the LG Optimus Pro G? This phone seems to be one step ahead of its competitors because it has all the features that one would expect.
Full HD screen of 5.5 inch, 2.1-megapixel front camera with which you can make video and rear camera with 13-megapixel sensor, 1920 × 1080 pixels, geolocation features, flash, WiFi, Bluetooth, optional using it as a modem to transmit internet to our other devices, among others, are the main qualities that LG has introduced its new LG Optimus Pro G.

 

 


The LG Optimus Pro G is not a Smartphone to an average user or features or price (estimated to appear on the market with an average price of 600-650 euros) since it has a quad-core Qualcomm processor and a processor GPU Adreno 320 which will be responsible for giving us HD graphics also will have a 32-gigabyte memory (can be expanded up to 64 gigabytes) where we can also save applications, so no need to worry as other phones that have good internal memory but memory for applications is poor.
With Android operating system will have more than 600,000 applications on which we can choose Google Play. Besides its unique applications like QSLIDE, application that we can see two screen applications.

Features

 

• GSM 850/900/1800/1900 and HSDPA 900/1900/2100
• LTE (in some markets)
• Memory 32 GB microSD card expandable to 64 GB
• 2 GB of RAM Screen
• 5.5-inch (1,080 x 1,920 pixels)
• LED flash, autofocus, face detection and image stabilizer
• Secondary camera 2.1 megapixel
• DivX/Xvid/MP4/H.264/H.263/WMV
• Radio TBD
• Photos and Documents Editor
• Predictive text
• QMemo and QTranslator
• My Style Keyboard
• Google Search, Maps, Gmail, YouTube, Google Talk Qualcomm Processor Controls and connections 600 MDM9615/APQ8064
• Four cores (Quad-Core) 1.7 GHz
• Adreno 320 GPU
• Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)
• 802 WiFi a / b / g / n, WiFi Direct and WiFi Hotspot
• Bluetooth 4.0 with A2DP
• MicroUSB 2.0
• Autonomy microSD card slot
• Lithium-ion 3140 mAh Lithium

Positives 

 

Among the main features and the most useful of the LG Optimus Pro G have the resolution and screen size (though many users dislike Smartphone electronic tablets that look at the size, it should be clear that this is useful for reviewing work documents, video, etc.).
The LG Optimus Pro G has own applications and a quad core processor.

Negatives

 

Although considered a positive, can not lose objectivity and we also talk about the size on the negative since many users do not consider practical screen mobiles as wide.
Another detail is that it appears that the price will be somewhat higher than expected, exceeding 600 euros.

Conclusion

LG Optimus Pro G is a high-end mobile phone is a great option for those who already know the qualities and advantages of a LG mobile. This Smartphone has a screen of more than five inches with full HD resolution and a quad core processor, not surprisingly called PRO because it is a step ahead of other models currently on the market.
LG Optimus Pro G combines quite well with the Android operating system and can be purchased in Spain since early spring.

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Nexus 10 Analysis

In addition to the new Google Nexus tablet 7 to compete in the marketplace of economic tablets with smaller screens, the Mountain View company also confirmed the launch of a traditional tablet with 10-inch screen.

This is the new Nexus 10 will offer a competitive price and performance art to take its place among the best-selling tablets in 2012. Best of the device is its powerful processor Samsung Exynos 5250 dual-core power that surpasses all others used by the Google brand.
The 10-inch screen and the ability to view HD content, plus other accessories like a powerful camera, improved virtual keyboard, the latest version of the Android operating system and outstanding performance make the new model Google Nexus 10 is present to battle as one of the contenders to win the throne of tablets in 2012.

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The design of the Nexus tablet 10 is very true to the Nexus family line, even when different devices have been assembled by different companies. Nexus 7 is from ASUS, LG Nexus 4 and now the Nexus 10 has been designed by Samsung.

It has a weight of 603 grams and acceptable design with rounded edges and comes in black with plastic details. The subject is comfortable and despite having a large size with dimensions of 269 x 177.6 x 8.9 mm thanks to the material can be safely and not feel that slips to hold.
The screen is one of the most important elements of this new member of the Nexus family. It has 10.055 inches, about the size of the tablets from Samsung, and offers WQXGA resolution of 2560 x 1600 pixels. The glass Corning Gorilla Glass is high quality and can protect the screen from bumps and scratches.
In terms of connectivity the device is pretty simple. Only has support for WiFi, so users who hoped to use 2G or 3G mobile networks can go looking for another device. The Nexus tablet 10 has no support even SIM card. It has WiFi Direct function to improve the speed of file transfer, Bluetooth 4.0 and support Near Field Communication
Nexus 10 provides direct access to all Google services family, from Maps and Gmail to Calendar, Picasa and Google Talk, all with quick access once we synchronize our user with Google account.
External connections of the new tablet include admission microHDMI to manage multimedia content, 3.5 mm headphone jack and microUSB classic to sync the device to your computer and charge the battery.

The camera of the Nexus 10 is also of high quality, has a 5 megapixel sensor and can capture images at resolution of 2592 x 1936 pixels. Includes auto focus, face detection, photo and video geotagging, LED flash and touch focus, among others. It has a secondary camera (front) with two-megapixel sensor for video calls premium.
In the multimedia section is flawed not because it offers support for all major formats and using Android 4.2 allows downloading all kinds of breeding programs to see your movies and favorite shows anytime and enjoy video games and music.
Storage memory will come in two versions, 16 or 32 GB and is not included microSD card slot so you have to take advantage of this limited space. The Exynos 5250 processor is a dual-core 1.7 GHz and also has a graphics processing unit Mali-T604.
Will the Nexus 10 become the benchmark for tablets 2012?

Specifications

• Dimensions, 263.9 x 177.6 x 8.9 mm
• Memory storage, 16/32 GB
• 2 GB of RAM
• LED Display IPS LCD capacitive 10,055 inch WQXGA resolution 2560 x 1600 pixels
• Corning (R) Gorilla (R) Glass 2
• Camera 5 megapixel sensor
• Autofocus, LED flash, geo-tagging, touch focus, face detection
• Secondary camera 2 megapixel
• Multimedia playback, compatible 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
• Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
• Exynos 5250 processor dual-core 1.7 GHz Cortex A-15
• Mali-T604 GPU
• Accelerometer, gyroscope, proximity sensor
• WiFi, WiFi Direct
• Bluetooth 4.0, NFC
• Google Search, Maps, Gmail, YouTube, Calendar, Google Talk and Picasa
• Document viewer, image and video editor
• 9000 mAh Battery
• 400 euros (16 GB)
• 500 euros (32 GB)

Positives

Your money and power are the two most positive aspects of this new tablet Nexus family. Part of the tablets segment of 10 inches or more and fight directly against the next generation iPad. For its performance and price surely achieve great sales.

Negatives

The lack of support for mobile networks can be a disadvantage for a group of users. The storage memory is limited to 16 or 32 GB and can be expanded via microSD cards.

Conclusion

Google uses its dominant position to offer first-line devices with low prices. It's a play that not many companies can do but that surely will serve to fully enter the tablet market and try to unseat Apple. The Nexus 10 is a luxury tablet, with great power and versatility, ideal for gaming and multimedia playback. A device for its price and performance will surely come to be among the best of 2012.

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Panasonic ELUGA Analysis

Panasonic lands in the world of smartphones with a smart phone model, the Panasonic ELUGA . It has a large display and comes with two different versions, one in black and one in silver.

Panasonic's return to the European market is accompanied with an OLED screen and 4.3-inch size ideal to conveniently view movies, videos and websites.
In terms of connectivity the device supports 3G networks, WiFi and DLNA technologies used, NFC and Bluetooth. We will not be disconnected for any reason. The operating system has been chosen in the version Android Gingerbread, but before the end of the year we expect the final upgrade to Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich.
To fight in a market full of great deals, Panasonic offers the ELUGA with reinforced chassis designed to prevent accidents with water and dust. The only thing left out is the final price that will have this new Panasonic model you want to return to the market strength of the European continent.
The manufacturer put the phone on sale in free format and thereafter any user regardless of the operator can get it, but the lack of money means we can not recommend it yet because it is unknown how much it costs to get this phone, without be high-end performance features more than satisfactory.

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Panasonic ELUGA design is one of the first things most striking about this new smartphone. Has less than 8 millimeters thick and even with battery weighs about 105 grams.

The screen is 4.3 inches, a size more than acceptable, and has a resolution of 960 x 540 pixels. It uses an OLED panel and different accessories ranging from integrated GPS and a gyroscope to the ambient light sensor.
The rigid chassis is also a plus since it allows a mobile with greater resistance to water and dust. In terms of connectivity the new Panasonic ELUGA is very versatile as it has WiFi, 3G and support for NFC and DLNA, and Bluetooth. By having Android is also very wide range of supported formats for multimedia playback, but factory and comes with support for the most important: MP4, DivX, Mp3 and the like.
Despite the large size of the screen the Panasonic ELUGA is very light, and to use an operating system versatile and full of applications, is a very attractive smartphone, even without being targeted audiences more ambitious. There remains the issue of price, but with a good marketing plan could become a mid-range phone but attractive for its wide range of possibilities.

Specifications

• GSM 50/900/1800/1900
• GPRS / EDGE /
• HSDPA 14.4 Mbps / HSUPA 5.76 Mbps
• HSPA + 21.1 Mbps / td>
• Dimensions 123 x 62 x 7.8 mm
• Peso103 gr
• Internal storage memory, 8 GB expandable with microSD cards up to 32 GB
• 1GB RAM
• 4.3-inch multitouch OLED qHD (960 x 540 pixels)
• Camera 8 megapixel sensor, video recording
• Multimedia playback of audio and video formats supported: DivX, AMR, MP3, MIDI, AAC, AAC +, eAAC +, WMA, MPEG4, H.263, H.264
• Voice recording, support JAVA, Adobe Flash Player 10.3 support
• Android OS 2.3.5 Gingerbread
• Menu Key / Home / Back / Search
• Dual core processor at 1 GHz
• Integrated GPS, accelerometer, 3.5mm output for headphones
• MicroSD card slot, document viewer, volume keys
• Inalámrbicas Connections: NFC, DLNA, HSDPA, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.1
• Battery of 1,150 milliamps
• Talk time up to 230 minutes
• Standby time until 300 hours

Positives

Its design is extremely thin, the Panasonic ELUGA only has 7.8 millimeters thick. The fact that it will be upgraded to Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich is important because major mobile devices are making the jump to Android 4.1 Jelly Bean would be a setback so stay with the Gingerbread version.
The internal memory of 8 GB is also a plus because it allows plenty of space for photos, videos, music, games and other applications. Finally connectivity, Panasonic Mobile ELUGA is working with leading technologies and allows connectivity to stay connected.

Negatives

On the downside, the Panasonic model ELUGA smartphone has a camera without flash that will not take clear pictures in low light, and lacks the HDMI input that it is almost a tradition in smartphones.
But since it is a return to the market, make a strong and discreet mobile may have been a better choice.

Conclusion

With the support and prestige of the firm Panasonic, the smartphone ELUGA try to get a place in the smartphone market fought. This is a handy mobile phone, well endowed in terms of connections and with a large screen and strong.

It falls short of the high end phones from Samsung and the new Nokia, but it's a nice try maybe doing well in the middle sector. For now is wait for price confirmation if it will get an affordable phone.
Panasonic ELUGA is very thin, no more than 8 mm, and comes in two colors for customization lovers can choose the one they like.

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