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HCL Me Tablet X1 -Budget Android Tablet

Running the Android v2.3 (Gingerbread), this latest multi-functional gadget from HCL Technologies is a user-friendly Tablet designed for productivity and entertainment. The HCL ME X1 is accelerated by a High-performance Cortex A8 1 GHz Processor, and comes with 512 MB DDR3 RAM. This is an added advantage, as DDR3 gives you a faster memory letting you multi-task with ease.

This HCL Tablet has a 7-inch Capacitive Multi-Touch display with a resolution of 800 x 400 pixels. With the Capacitive Multi-Touch technology the Tablet responds instantly and naturally to your touch. This enables various functions like pinching pictures to zoom in, tapping, dragging or swiping across the screen. This, in turn, gives you the freedom to spend more time reading, gaming and visiting your favourite sites without a hassle. The screen has a 16 x 9 widescreen aspect ratio.

The Tablet is loaded with a 2 megapixel front-facing camera that is ideal for jitter-free video chatting through applications like Skype, Google Talk and others. The camera also supports video recording. The X1 comes with a trendy, highly intuitive MELauncher User Interface that enables you to explore the Android Tablet smoothly.

Design

The HCL ME X1 has a dazzling, wide yet compact look and a smooth aluminium body. The sleek form factor of this Tablet measures 192.5 x 121.35 x 12.2 mm, weighing about 391.5 g only. Furthermore, the lightweight Tablet also has a G-Sensor that supports rotation of the screen based on your perspective when you hold the Tablet.

Storage and Battery

This variant of the HCL ME uses a 3500 mAh Lithium-Polymer rechargeable battery that will last you a good 8 hours of battery life per charge. This can be charged through an AC Adapter that comes with the Tablet.

The Tablet comes with an in-built 4 GB Flash memory expandable up to 32 GB via a microSD or microSDHC card as the device has a microSD slot engrafted in it. This gives you the liberty to store a large amount of data on your Tablet.

Connectivity and Features

For a speedy Internet connectivity, this Tablet supports Wireless 802.11 b/g Protocol for Wi-Fi access. You can connect this device to your PC, sync and backup the Tablet with your PC for seamless data synchronization. The HCL ME X1 is the first Tablet in the market that allows data connectivity through 3G USB dongles.

The HCL gadget has a Mini-B USB 2.0 port as well as an HDMI port to connect audio and video sources. The Tablet also supports HD gaming. This Tablet is integrated with an internal microphone, saving you the trouble of attaching an external mic for audio or video conferencing. The device also has a 3.5 mm stereo headphone jack.

This variant of the HCL ME series supports full HD 1080p video output, up to 30 frames per second. The Tablet comes integrated with Adobe Flash Player 10.3. This enables smooth viewing of expressive applications, content and videos across browsers and operating systems. Hence, you can keep yourself entertained by streaming Flash videos from websites such as YouTube, Megavideo, DailyMotion and so on.

Additional Features

The ME X1 is ideal for productivity on the go as the device is preloaded with a Document Viewer and Editor, e-mail features, and also supports cloud computing. HCL has been smart in tapping the Indian market by including various applications from Indian firms such as Jeevansathi, Clear Trip, Hungama and some others. The Tablet also lets you stay connected with friends through built-in social networking apps such as Facebook and Twitter. Besides these, the HCL device also comes with the Fring Instant Messenger, through which you can chat with your friends on Yahoo, MSN and much more.

With over 10,000 ME applications awaiting download, the Tablet covers all the significant features required for your leisure and professional needs. The HCL ME Tablet X1 gives you the liberty to carry your work as well as entertainment wherever you go, giving you the feel of a small computer in your hands.

For a price of Rs 10,990 it is one of the best budget Android tablet one can get in Indian market.

 

Idea ID-280 Phone

The Idea id-280 is a stylish phone from the Idea household. This 3G phone is loaded with features to meet your professional and social needs. This comfortably priced smartphone has a 2.8-inch TFT QVGA capacitive touchscreen with a resolution of 240 x 320 pixels, which gives you visual clarity while handling the phone. The id-280 runs on Android 2.2 (Froyo) operating system. The 528 MHz processor performs admirably and executes your applications with ease.

This Idea phone is loaded with a 3.2 megapixel camera that lets you capture pictures with a high resolution. The 3x zoom feature allows you to get close to your subjects effortlessly. You can also record videos at the rate of 15 fps and share them with friends instantly with this Idea smartphone.

Battery and Storage

This touchscreen phone from Idea is powered by a Li-Ion 1250 mAh battery. This battery when fully charged, gives you a talk time of up to 4 hours on 2G and 3G. The phone also promises to give you a standby time of up to 250 hours on 2G and 300 hours on 3G. The internal memory of 512 MB on the Idea id-280 is expandable up to 32 GB using microSD or microSDHC cards. This phone can also record a call log of 500 numbers.

Multimedia

The Idea id-280 is a phone that not only meets your professional needs but is also a smartphone that satisfies your multimedia demands effectively. A handy music player lets you listen to music stored on this phone in popular audio formats. The video player on this phone also lets you playback videos you have stored or recorded on the gadget. The integrated FM radio lets you tune in to radio stations of your choice seamlessly and enjoy music on the go. You can also listen to music by connecting your favorite headphones to the 3.5 mm audio jack located on the phone.

Connectivity and Features

You can connect to the Internet effortlessly with the Idea id-280. The phone supports GPRS, EDGE, 3G and Wi-Fi platforms with which you can access the Internet. The preinstalled Opera Mini browser on the phone lets you access and browse web pages effortlessly. The handset lets you access your Email on the go and keep in touch with your friends and professional environment simultaneously. The document viewer facility equips with the necessary tools to take on challenges at work.

The phone supports Bluetooth and microUSB port features that help you connect and share files with other compatible devices. The phone is loaded with an accelerometer, proximity sensor, ambient light sensor, digital compass and a gravity sensor. These sensors give you a comfortable working experience and help you handle the phone effortlessly.

The phone lets you access the Idea Application Store and the Android Market and help you download all the applications you need. You can access social networking applications like Facebook, Twitter and Nimbuzz and keep in touch with friends at all times. YouTube and preloaded games keep you entertained whenever you are bored. This trendy phone supports many other applications and features that will meet your needs and help you execute your social and professional duties efficiently.

This Mobile costs Rs 5799/- .

Samsung W259 CDMA+GSM Handset Review

Samsung Duos 259 is a CDMA & GSM handset. Both GSM and CDMA connections remain active simultaneously giving you the convenience of using one phone with two mobile numbers across both CDMA and GSM technology. Life is beautiful with Duos259 vibrant 5.59cm (2.2), 262,000 colours TFT display with 176 x 220 resolutions. Duos 259 keeps your multimedia entertainment in sharp focus with a high-definition 1.3 mega pixel digital camera with video recording. Entertain your senses with high quality audio & video on Duos 259. Stereo FM with Auto tune facility of up to 30 stations. Now no more buying a phone from a particular CDMA operator to use their service, as with OMH enabled Samsung Duos W259 handset, a user now only needs an OMH SIM card from any operator and can use on this phone.

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