Pricey iPhone 5 costs just US$168 to produce: study

The iPhone 5 is going to be one more major success for Apple. Apple sold 

approximately 30 million iPhones last quarter, and that figure is predicted to progress with the launch of the iPhone 5. So how much revenue does Apple make on each iPhone? We know that previous quarter, with sales of 26 million iPhones the product line earned around $16 billion in direct sales revenue, around 46% of the company’s whole take-home for the quarter.

As per TechInsights, the iPhone 5 16GB has an approximated cost of around $167.50 to make; it sells for at least $649 in the U.S. and $699 in Canada. The main expenditure for Apple is the A6 chip, which costs $28; the Qualcomm base band chip costs $25. That up-graded Retina display costs only Apple $18 to produce, only $3 more than the last 3.5-inch part. While these are still forecasts based on what TechInsights is aware of the supply chain, it’s clear that Apple’s big profit is no less than it was in 2011 with the iPhone 4S. If each phone nets Cupertino $482, or somewhere around it, you begin to know why Apple has $100 billion sitting around in the bank, and is among the fastest-growing firms on earth despite its size.

At the same period, Apple Canada is charging $50 extra per iPhone 5 than it did for the iPhone 4S, and companies are charging $20 more for the 16GB device and $10 for the 32 and 64GB units than previous yrs – likely to offset upfront costs.

Apple iPhone 5 sales already solid before launch

Let’s be quite honest here, it shouldn’t big surprise any person in the mobile space that it’s expected that the iPhone 5, at the moment being referred to as the iPhone 5will see amazing sales once Apple decide to deliver the latest iOS smartphone, as no doubt all of the iPhone faithful will instantly want to own the phone.

However reportedly iPhone sales are already strong before launch, as per a report over on CNN Money, Piper Jaffray expert Gene Munster has revealed the results of his yearly mobile phone survey, which took in 400 customers. When asked what was their present smart phone, 52 % own an iPhone, whilst 26 % own an Android mobile, and 6.5 % own a BlackBerry. When asked what smart phone they’d bought next, 65.5 % said they’d purchase the iPhone, with 51 % of those awaiting the iPhone 5, 19 % said an Android, and 2.5 % responded a BlackBerry.

Munster said that Android is still losing 33 % of present customers to the iPhone, and also notes that 38 % BlackBerry customers plan to dump BlackBerry in favor of an iPhone. Reportedly when shown scale drawings of the iPhone and a Motorola Droid RAZR MAXX, 56 % of those polled chose the small screen rather than the larger display of the RAZR MAXX, but one does have to remember this survey only took in 400 people.

Munster also indicates that over half of Apple’s income is represented by the iPhone, making the company’s future mostly dependent on the success of the iPhone. However Munster reports that over half of his projected 170 million sales of the apple iPhone for fiscal 2013 are ‘already in the bag’.

Apple drops patent case against Galaxy S3 Mini

Apple has decided to drop Samsung’s latest Galaxy S III Mini from its ongoing patent-infringement case against the company.

The technology giant will pull away the smartphone from the claim as Samsung has made it clear that they’ll not sell the device in America, instead choosing to sell it in Asia and Europe and parts of Africa.

Apple won a claim in the nation back in August against Samsung, being given $1.04 billion for years of violation on a number of gadgets including smartphones and tablets. A 2nd claim is planned for trial in 2014 over individual patents.

The filing reads: “We have withdrawn [the Mini] given Samsung’s representation that it is not making, using, selling, offering to sell or importing that product into the U.S

Apple MacBook

 Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch - £1,000/AU$1,350/US$1,200

The mid-2012 MacBook Pro 13-inch is a significant step up from its older brother. The new processors and their improved graphical capabilities give it a considerable power boost over its predecessor, and USB 3.0 ports enable it to connect with high-speed storage peripherals.

The 13-inch MacBook Pro is ideal for those who need a little more configurability and storage than the MacBook Air can offer, but also need a very portable machine. Creative professionals and gaming enthusiasts might be better off with a 15-inch MacBook Pro, though.

Sony Vaio Duo 11

Sony Vaio Duo 11 - £900/AU$1,500/US$1,500

A full Intel Core processor powers the sliding tablet-laptop design of the 11.6-inch Sony Vaio Duo 11, enabling it to run Windows programs as well as Windows Store apps. Its design is a welcome change from the many docking 'transformer' style hybrid devices such as the Samsung Ativ Smart PC andAsus Vivo Tab.

While it's not a perfect laptop-tablet hybrid, and certainly won't have mass appeal, Sony has furthered the Windows 8 cause with an exceptionally powerful device that challenges the perceptions of what tablets can achieve.

Tab 2 tablets

Tab 2 tablets get Android 4.1 update, new features

Samsung has officially updated its Galaxy Tab 2 tablets and the Note 10.1 to Android 4.1. New features (especially for the Note 10.1) abound.

Writing gets better with the latest Android update.

(Credit: Josh Miller/CNET)

Today Samsung announced that its Galaxy Tab 2 tablets and Galaxy Note 10.1 would receiveAndroid 4.1 Jelly Bean updates. Samsung, rather than including only cosmetic or back-end changes that you'll never actually see, has added a number of useful-sounding (that's a Youtube video link if you'd rather not read any further) features.

Most of the new features, like improved S Pen support, look to only be compatible with the Note 10.1, not the Tab 2 tablets. This update is so far only available for the Wi-Fi versions of the tablets.

A Samsung rep detailed what should be the biggest takeaways from the update. I've outlined them directly below, but keep reading if you seek more detail. I've not yet had a chance to test these out, so this is all according to Samsung:

-Improved side-by-side apps: Before you could run only two side-by-side apps. Now you can run as many windowed, resizable, and cascading apps at once as you can fit on the screen.

-No more lag when switching between windows.

-Improved S Pen support: Hovering the pen in apps like calendar, Web browser, and e-mail now previews information.

Cascade View: Users can freely resize, move, and pin selected applications in multiple views, running them simultaneously or while operating the home screen.

Air View: With the S Pen, users can quickly preview content without having to open it. Users can preview video while scrubbing, preview e-mail attachments without opening, and preview photos without opening the album.

Quick Command: With Quick Command, you can quickly activate applications and services that are used most often, by writing command shortcuts using customized and preset S Pen strokes.

Enhanced Handwriting: Users can send personalized handwritten notes and memos via e-mail, as well as hand-write directly in the S Planner.

Enhanced S Note: S Note now features additional ready-to-use templates; allows users to add effects to their digital content with Idea Sketch; and enables the insertion of video directly into not only Note templates but also other templates. Users can also launch S Note directly from the home screen for added convenience.

Easy Clip: Allows users to select and clip content to save, paste, or share in seconds.

Photo Note: Add personalized handwritten notes on the back of your photos.

Paper Artist: Users can enliven sketches or content with different color or pencil styles, and Paper Artist also has over 30 artistic effects that can be applied to images or media. Users can also draw or write onto the content and share it with others.

A smarter S Pen: The S Pen now allows users to select writing or color modes at the touch of a button, or unlock the home screen simply by removing the S Pen.

Admittedly, it's been a few months since I've used the Note 10.1, so I can't actually speak to how useful (or dramatic) these changes are. However, if there are any Galaxy Note 10.1 owners out there willing to share, I'd love to get your impressions in the comments.

Samsung Google Nexus 10 Features

Samsung Google Nexus 10 Features

Hi guys,how are you all? Samsung awaited for blast a tech surprise for you. Here I presenting the excellent features of “Samsung Google Nexus 10”. It would be available in november, 2012. Hurry up guys. Lets know about that.

Features & others:

*Super PLS TFT capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors*2560 x 1600 pixels, 10.1 inches (~299 ppi pixel density)
*Internal 16/32 GB, 2 GB RAM

WLAN:
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n
dual-band
Wi-Fi Direct

Camera:
Primary 5 MP
2592х1936 pixels
Autofocus
LED flash

*Android OS, v4.2 (Jelly Bean)
*Dual-core 1.7 GHz Cortex-A15 CPU
*Mali-T604 GPU
*Colors: Black
*Standard battery, Li-Ion 9000 mAh
*Weight: 603 g (1.33 lb)



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Google Nexus 4 Unboxing

Hey friends,whats up?
The Nexus 4 is a mobile phone collaboration between Google and LG and was launched worldwide last week.
Thanks to its incredible specifications and low price point, the handset sold out within minutes, and is now one of the most sought-after pieces of mobile tech, with phones currently changing hands for twice their original purchase price on auction sites. We managed to get our hands on one, and we’re going to inflict the usual unboxing treatment on it for your viewing pleasure.
Box Contents:
Nexus 4 phone
USB sync/charge cable
AC Adapter and cable
SIM ejection tool
Safety and Warranty information
Quick start guide

The Nexus 4 has a quad-core 1.5GHz Snapdragon S4 processor and is backed up with 2GB of RAM. The phone is available with 8GB and 16GB internal storage, but no MicroSD card – so the 8GB model may be a little too restrictive for some download-loving users.
With a 4.7-inch True HD IPS screen, the Nexus 4 is something of a looker. The 768 x 1280 resolution delivers a pixel density of 318 ppi, resulting in pin-sharp images with no noticeable pixelation. It’s also loaded with Android 4.2, the very latest version of Google’s mobile OS.
The Nexus 4 comes in quite a compact box, and inside there’s very little to report on. You get the user manual, data cable and charger (the cable links to the charger), as well as the little piece of metal which pops open the phone’s Micro SIM compartment. Surprisingly, there are no headphones in the box – presumably this is one area where Google and LG have cut costs in order to achieve that super-low retail price.

Three rules for buying a tablet

Three rules for buying a tablet

Hey friends, what about you? This time I’m here with an important tips for you!
In the market for a tablet? Your first choice should be the iPad (4th generation). It has the best performance, the deepest software catalog, and a fantastic ecosystem supporting access to an incredible number of apps, games, music, and video. However, if you like the idea of a high-performing tablet, but you’re not one for adding more cash to Apple’s already substantial coffers, the Asus Transformer Pad Infinity TF700 might be up your alley.
Three rules for buying a tablet:


1. Know your needs There are plenty of important questions you should ask yourself before you plop down cash for a tablet, but the most important is, “What are you planning to use it for? Are you looking to replace your PC or do you simply want a device to indulge your movies and TV show watching impulses while traveling? Either way, the specific needs you have for a tablet will factor heavily into your choice. Will you need constant Internet access? Is the ability to expand your storage capacity important to you? What about HDMI? IR blasters?

2. Price doesn’t tell the whole story
Just because a tablet is expensive doesn’t mean you’re getting a quality product worthy of your dollar. Conversely, not all cheap tablets are worthless throwaway devices with screens designed to induce glaucoma.
There’s usually a good reason behind the price of each tablet. By taking a loss up front, Amazon can offer its powerful Kindle Fire HD tablets at affordable prices. Also, despite the fact that the iPad has no native HDMI or storage expansion support, Apple’s flagship can justify its $500 starting price thanks to its world-beating performance, incredible app support, refined interface, and robust ecosystem. Look beyond the price.
3. The manufacturer matters
Choose your tablet manufacturer wisely. Computers aren’t perfect and tablets in particular can be even less perfect. If there are problems, you’ll want to make sure you’ve chosen a vendor that will address said issues with frequent and effective patches. Also, if you’d rather avoid headaches, you may want to choose a manufacturer whose tablets aren’t know for requiring frequent and effective patches.
f you’re planning to buy an Android tablet, choose a vendor that has a reputation for updating to the latest version of Android on a timely basis. Asus and Motorola have good track records with this; Samsung, not so much. Research a particular manufacturer’s reputation for supporting its tablets before you buy.

Micromax Funbook Alpha

Micromax Funbook Alpha

Hey, tech lovers. I’m coming once again with another tech bomb! Micromax releases an exciting wonder for you named “Micromax Funbook Alpha”. It’ll help you to fulfill your tech thirst. So, why late? Lets know about it.

These products  Announced in September, 2012 & Released on October, 2012.

Features & others:

*TFT capacitive touchscreen
*480 x 800 pixels, 7.0 inches (~133 ppi pixel density)
*microSD, up to 32 GB
*Internal         4 GB, 512 MB RAM
*Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
*VGA, 640×480 pixels camera
*Android OS, v4.0.3 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
*1 GHz Cortex-A13 CPU
*Colors: Gray
*Standard battery, Li-Ion 2800 mAh
 

Toshiba Thrive Features

Toshiba Thrive Features

Hi guys, what about you? After taking a break I’m here once again with an excellent features of “Toshiba Thrive”. This products will take your tech journey in great adventure. So, why late? Lets taste it.

Features & others:

*IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors *1280 x 800 pixels
*10.1 inches (~149 ppi pixel density)
*Memory card SD, up to 32GB
*Internal 8/16/32 GB storage
*1 GB RAM

Speed:
HSDPA
7.2 Mbps
HSUPA
2 Mbps

WLAN:
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Wi-Fi hotspot

Camera:
Primary           5 MP
2592х1944 pixels
Autofocus

*Android OS, v3.0 (Honeycomb), upgradable to v3.2
*Dual-core 1 GHz Cortex-A9 CPU
*ULP GeForce GPU
*Colors: Black
*Standard battery, Li-Ion
*Weight: 725 g (1.60 lb)

Toshiba Excite 13 AT335 Features

Toshiba Excite 13 AT335 Features

Hi guys, what about you. After an unexpected break  I’m back again with a superb features of “Toshiba Excite 13 AT335”. This products also 3G technology included and available from july, 2012. Its the world largest tab. I believe that can change your tech thirst by its own power. So, why late guys. Lets taste it.

Features & others:



*LED-backlit IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
*1600 x 900 pixels
*13.3 inches (~120 ppi pixel density)
*SD/microSD, up to 32 GB
*Internal 32/64 GB storage
*1 GB RAM
*HSDPA, HSUPA speed
*Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi hotspot

Camera:
Primary           5 MP
2592х1944 pixels
Autofocus
LED flash

*Android OS, v4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
*Quad-core 1.5 GHz CPU
*ULP GeForce 2 GPU
*Colors: Dark gray metallic
*Standard battery, Li-Ion (38 Wh)
*Weight: 998 g