Android 4.2 being tested on the Xperia arc S?

by XB on 11/10/2012

in Android, Xperia arc

There have been a number of reports over the last few days of an Android 4.2 build being detected in website server logs. Whether this is a completely new build of Android (Key Lime Pie) or a new version of Jelly Bean is an unknown right now. We first saw the report from Android Police, but what piqued our interest is when Android Authority talked about finding reports of a Sony Ericsson Xperia arc S running the software.  

AA went on to say that “in our logs it’s the Xperia Arc S that showed up the most. In fact it was more frequent than the Nexus 7 or the Galaxy Nexus.” Engadget this morning has also this morning reported that it has seen several instances of an Xperia arc S running Android 4.2. However, they go on to say that “upon further investigation it seems more likely that this is a beta of Jelly Bean 4.1 currently being tested by Sony”. We’re not really sure why a Android 4.1 Jelly Bean beta would be flagged as Android 4.2, but as this data can be manipulated we need to be careful in assuming any of this as a fact. 

If true though it shows there is a very good chance that Sony and Google are working much closer on future Android builds. This doesn’t automatically mean there is an Xperia Nexus in the works, even if it is, we imagine this is a future rather than current project. It hopefully does mean that the 2011 Xperia devices will be updated to Jelly Bean. We still await official word on this regard from Sony Mobile, but hopefully it will confirm one way or the other very soon.

Thanks adsada and Paul!

 Source by: Xperiablog

  

Xperia V’s new camera filters demoed on video

by XB on 09/10/2012

in Imaging, Videos, Xperia V

The Sony Xperia V (LT25i) has been given a thorough hands-on by the Sony Mobile Russian team. They have posted a 16-minute video of the handset, all of it in Russian. We couldn’t catch the gist of most of it due to the language barrier but did spot some new camera UI features towards the end of the video. 

It shows a number of camera filters that will now be enabled when taking pictures. There is also some kind of slider on the right which turns the brightness up and down. If there is anyone that speaks Russian and can give more details on this we’d love to hear about it in the comments below. 

Source by: Xperiablog

Sony confirms sensor-on-lens technology for Xperia V

by XB on 11/09/2012

in Xperia V

Sony Mobile has confirmed that the 4.3-inch Xperia V will come with sensor-on-lens touch screen technology. Much like in-cell display technology, it removes the sensor layer which is integrated into the lens resulting in a lighter and thinner phone (as there is one less layer of glass) along with better image quality and a ‘direct touch experience’.


Better image quality is achieved through the one less layer of glass and glue in the handset stack, meaning that there is no interference from that component. Sony says that by removing this single layer, it would typically improve the display luminance by around 5%.


Removing a layer also brings the image plane that much closer to the user making you feel as if you are touching the image itself. Another benefit Sony points to is that the image on the display and the point of touch are brought that much closer resulting in less parallax issues.


Overall, it sounds like a great piece of technology and reaffirms our view that the Sony Xperia V is the real new flagship from Sony Mobile. As far as we understand, the Sony Xperia T/TX does not include this technology and we have reached out to the company for a confirmation.

Via Sony Developer World & Xperia Blog.

Tablet purchase entitled for LHDN Income Tax relief?

It is tax filling month and most people would like to save as much as possible through tax relief incentives. One of such tax relief is for computer purchases made every 3 years which entitles you a relief up to RM3,000.

In this day and age, tablets such as iPads, Galaxy Tabs, Transformer, Xoom & Playbook have been gaining popularity. So are these new devices entitled for such tax relief?

According to someone who have asked, LHDN has replied:

                  if the tablet computer only have computer features and is for home and family use only, then it
                  will be treated as “computer” and is entitled to the personal income tax relief of up to RM3,000,
                  claimable once in 3 years.

So this means, tablets including iPad are included in the tax relief as long as it is for personal and not for business use. However there’s another condition, it must not have any mobile phone features. If the tablet allows normal mobile calls and sends text messages, you’re not allowed entitled for this relief. Sorry Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus, Tab 7.7 and Galaxy Note users.

So currently the safest option is if you purchased an iPad, Playbook and WiFi only Android Tablet. To be extra sure, it is best to double check with the folks at LHDN. Who knows they might expand the definition again.

Anyone has experience on tablet tax relief or have additional income tax tips to share? If you need to verify this information, can make a call to LHDN at 1300-88-3010 or email to callcentre@hasil.gov.my

[Source 1, 2, 3]

PureView The next innovation & Nokia PureView FAKED

PureView, The next innovation camera with a "Floating Lens" & it gives more stabilization although you're on the move to capture the photos or videos at every moment of yours. Apeture f2.0, can capture your photos even in a Low Light Conditions. What do you think about it?     o.Oy

For more spec details, pls visit: http://www.nokia.com/global/products/phone/lumia920/specifications/

Nokia's new PureView ad is amazing, too bad it's FAKED! Just saw this news in pass week ago, is this really a fake Technology? I also not sure on it, just wait Nokia launch in your Country & then you can explore your own. But, really hope it is a real Technology was built in it too. Let's watch the Movie below:


In the mean time, Nokia Apologizes for Lumia 920 PureView Fake Commercial advertise. "Nokia Apologizes For Faking Lumia 920 PureView Ad, According to The Verge, the new Nokia ad features a man taking a video with the Lumia 920 while riding his bike. The ad was supposed to demonstrate the camera's great optical image stabilization. And the video in the ad does look great. But if you watch the ad closely you can see the reflection of a camera van riding next to the bikes. So yes, the video shows great video of two people riding their bikes using optical image stabilization. But no, the video doesn't actually show the capabilities of the PureView Lumia 920. Nokia issued an apology on its website, writing: "In an effort to demonstrate the benefits of optical image stabilization (which eliminates blurry images and improves pictures shot in low light conditions), we produced a video that simulates what we will be able to deliver with OIS.... We should have posted a disclaimer stating this was a representation of OIS only. This was not shot with a Lumia 920... We apologize for the confusion we created."



So, Judge your own..... o.Oy

A1 Sony Xperia go Outdoor Challenge

Have you seen these test challenging before? The Sony Xperia Go Smartphone device?

Watch this & check it out yourself...


Source by: www.a1.net

Xperia Acro S on hand preview.

PhoneArena presents a video review of the Sony Xperia acro S - a powerful Android smartphone that recently arrived at European shores.

The handset sports a very interesting design, making it stand out from the competition, but this isn't where the assets of the acro S end. The handset also features a large, hi-res screen and a powerful processor, so it's capable of delivering a great user experience.

Watch our video to learn more about the Xperia acro S!

Published on Aug 31, 2012 by PhoneArena