Sony officially announced the smartphone Xperia Sola

Sony has officially announced the Xperia smartphone Sola (the Xperia Pepper leaks before) with NFC features are integrated with popular touch screen nicely.
 

 
Sony Xperia Sola equipped Reality TFT display screen size 3.7 inches wide with Bravia Mobile technology for a resolution of 854 x 480 pixels, using a dual-core processor U8500 NovaThor ST-Ericsson has a speed GHz, running Android 2.3 Gingerbread (but will be upgraded this summer ICS).
The back of the camera 5 Mpx Xperia Sola with auto focus, face detection, panoramic photography sweep 2D and 3D, flash and 720p HD video recording capability.

 
However, the highlight of this new smartphone is popular touch technology, allowing users to navigate web pages by dragging your finger on the screen as a cursor moves without touching the screen Figure.
In addition, the Xperia Sola is also equipped with NFC technology SmartTags like Xperia S version that the company introduced earlier, the function prompts the user to activate the Wi-Fi, wireless sharing or enable GPS in the car.
 
Other features of the Xperia Sola including GPS, DLNA, Bluetooth, 1320 mAh battery and the memory of 8 GB. HP 9.9 mm thick and weighs only 107 grams.
 

 
Sola Sony Xperia will be officially sold worldwide in late April to late June with the black, red and white. Prices for the Sony machine has not been announced.

Hacker "stole" 50,000 Michael Jackson song from Sony

Two Britons have been arrested by the illegal downloading entire 50 000 list of Michael Jackson songs, including songs not yet published.
 

Sony's nightmare was not over. According to the Times Suday, said hackers broke into the server are copyright of Sony Music Store and download the entire 50,000 songs by the legendary Pop - Michael Jackson, which includes many songs have never been found regulations. Sony bought in 2010 from the list of Jackson real estate for $ 250 million - is considered the largest transaction recorded in history.
The newspaper quoted sources: "Everything Sony bought from the estate of Michael Jackson have been compromised. They are to check and found the system very subtle violations. Sony identifying weaknesses and process. "
 
According to The Guardian, two British men were arrested in May last year because it is related to the violations. But now they are on bail and awaiting trial.
 
Service into your music Michael Jackson, along with your music singer Will.I.Am (Black Eyed Peas group) and Freddie Mercury (Queen group) was discovered several weeks after Sony's PlayStation Network network attack seriously significant in April last year. After interruptions week-long mystery, the company finally announced for 77 million customers that the important personal information, including name, address, email, birth date, user name, password an unauthorized person has been collected illegally.
Giant electronics and entertainment finally has to apologize to all customers and provide free criminal defense services. However, the violation is repeated a month later with Sony Music Japan and services online store Sony Ericsson attack. 6/2011, the group LulzSec hackers claimed to have "stolen" from 54 MB source development network entertainment Sony Computer Entertainment Developer Network as well as map the internal network of Sony BMG.
 
Not clear when the songs were downloaded illegally will be present on the Internet, however, protect the unreleased songs before the risk of unauthorized became a challenge for several years back here.

Sony unveiled the ninth collection for spring PnS camera

Sony has just added a digital camera product line T series Cyber-shots with 2 ultra-thin model is TX66, TX20 and 10x optical zoom duo of the W series is the WX150 and W690.

Which version is almost similar TX66 TX55 version was introduced in 2011 Sony lens with 5x optical zoom, aperture f3.5-4.8 and OLED touch screen 3.3 inch size, But Sony has increased from 16 Megapixel resolution in the old version to 18 megapixel Exmor R CMOS sensor. Although increasing the resolution but the actual image quality has not improved much compared to his predecessor. However, Sony uses sensor and processing technology to improve other features. Sony said it would maintain image quality and ensure the number of pixels, which allows you to double the camera's optical zoom from 5x up to 10x.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66

 

In addition, TX66 also improve performance, the machine is equipped with autofocus system with new shutter speed of about 0.13 seconds in the full light conditions and 0.25 seconds in low light conditions weakness. But tests show the camera but not really fast enough to photograph the scene kids are playing, at least in daylight conditions.
It also can capture 10 frames per second at full resolution, but time saving the image to the microSD card is quite long.
It also uses many other diverse modes, of which 9 creative photography mode. DSC-TX66 will be available on the market in March at a price to $ 350 and available in silver, gold, red, white, purple and pink.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20

 

While TX20 will be available in orange, blue, black, blue, pink and will be available on the market this month for around 330 USD.
TX20 is a refreshed version of the TX10 was introduced in 2011. The unit is updating some imaging features, like the creative ways above and Full HD video recording capabilities as well as 12 megapixel stills while shooting video normally. The lens, sensor and touch screen size 3 inch super high resolution, especially the machine is designed to work in harsh conditions with waterproof capabilities at a depth of 4.8 m , with dustproof, shockproof when dropped from a height of 1.5 m and anti-freeze.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150

 

For those who prefer a compact camera, Sony added two ultra-thin model with a 10x optical zoom of the W series is the WX150 and W690. WX150 which has features similar to TX66 BSI CMOS sensor with 18 megapixel resolution, autofocus speed, enhances shooting in low light and image stabilization function is improved . It also sports an impressive optical zoom lens 10x (equivalent focal length 25-250 mm) and LCD screen size 3 inch high resolution.
Machines will be available on the market in May with the silver, black, red, green and cost about $ 250.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690

 

If you do not want a digital camera is equipped with all the features of high performance with affordable price, the W690 would be the choice. It has a design similar to W690, but it uses a CCD sensor resolution of 16 megapixel, with lots of shooting options and is a midrange digital cameras PnS pretty good. The machine will sell for around 180 USD.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V

 

Besides the four super-slim model digital cameras, Sony also added to the current super-zoom digital camera with 5 PnS their compact camera including Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V, Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V, Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V, Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V and Cyber-shot DSC-H90.
In the fourth model line of HX is equipped Exmor R CMOS sensor 18.2 megapixel resolution and this is the model with the largest sensor on the market PnS digital camera with Full HD video recording capabilities, there Figure 13 megapixel capture while shooting video through Dual-Record feature integrated LCD screen size 3.0 inch 921K resolution, support GPS function, technology integration "Extra High Sensitivity" to help remove noise effective when shooting in low light conditions. In addition, technology "Clear Image Zoom" allows the camera optical zoom doubles and 9 provide creative filters for interesting effects.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V

 

Notable among the five models on a model DSC-HX200V, a machine with the same design as the professional DSLR cameras, equipped with 30x optical zoom lens (27-810 mm equivalent), focusing speed automatically when shooting in low light conditions and a full 0.13 seconds in low light conditions is 0.24 seconds enables users to capture images exactly as quickly as possible.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V

 

Meanwhile, the duo HX20V HX30V and are equipped with 20x optical zoom lens (25-500 mm equivalent), autofocusing speeds when shooting in low light conditions are adequate and in 0.13 seconds low-light conditions is 0.21 seconds. Particularly HX30V model is integrated Wi-Fi connectivity makes sharing photos with mobile devices and upload photos to social networks. Model HX10V only use 16x optical zoom lens (24-384 mm equivalent).

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V

 

Lowest 5 model on a model DSC-H90 with a CCD sensor resolution of 16 megapixel, capable of 720p HD video, 16x optical zoom lens similar HX10V, iAuto mode with improved ability to identify 33 scenes and use the LCD screen size 3 inches but the resolution is only 460K.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90

 

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V will cost around 480 USD while the other is model-HX30V DSC, DSC-HX20V, DSC-H90 DSC-HX10V and the corresponding price is 420 USD, 400 USD, 330 USD and 250 USD.

Sony: PlayStation Network maintenance closure on Thursday

Video game developers, Sony, has announced the PlayStation Network (PSN) will close its service maintenance activities during the day Thursday (2 / 2) here.
 

 
Such notification is sent on a forum Sony Europe, which means that this will only affect players in Europe. Though the Sony has a history as well as maintenance PSN software deployment, all services will be affected by, so this information is also widely used worldwide attention.
 
Sony is reported by the closing time will begin service at 02:00 (GMT) and lasted until 08:00 on Friday (3 / 2). Sony said that the services related to maintenance of this round will not use the included PlayStation Store, account management services and registered users.
 
As a public service manager of Sony, said: "The user trying to log into the service during maintenance will get the message displayed on the operation and maintenance information. And if the login the maintenance process begins, the information service users will be deleted once the hour maintenance service. "
Currently, Sony has not said that the plan change for PSN during the maintenance period, and more likely that users can only change the service when the service back to normal operation on 3 / 2.
Reportedly, Sony has recently announced that it has big plans for PSN in the near future and that its services can be linked to the gaming devices through the TV and other devices, allows users to receive and play content using a single account.
 
Earlier, in May 4 / 2011, PlayStation Network has been the attack on strong, but since then service has been restored and stable operation than ever.

Sony will introduce smartphones running Windows Phone 7 at MWC 2012?

The relationship between Sony and Android probably will not even sure anymore if NokiaWP page just to post some pictures of Sony's new smartphone, which is worth noting that smartphone runs Windows Phone 7.

However, the phone is still in prototype form, has not been sold and used Sony Ericsson brand, so most likely this prototype was developed prior to acquisition of shares of Sony Ericsson in October last year.
Also in January 10/2011, president of Sony Bert Nordberg as he told the Wall Street Journal that he was curious about Windows Phone, and he would feel comfortable investing in this platform instead of focus on each Android.
Currently, Sony is only focused on the product line Xperia running Android, which includes sample Xperia S has been introduced at CES 2012 for causing a lot of attention. But perhaps the prototype has been revealed that Sony have this new thinking in the selection of operating system platforms.
CNET's UK site for that if this device actually appears it will be the first Windows Mobile smartphone company. The last time Sony used Microsoft's operating system is in Aspen smartphone, the Sony is also known as Sony Ericsson and Windows called Windows Mobile Phone.

Sony Ericsson Aspen, the last smartphone running Windows Mobile by Microsoft

Although Sony has not confirmed the photo revealed, but more likely Sony will reveal its new products at MWC in February 2012 took place here. Then this product able to compete with Nokia 900 or HTC Titan II.

Sony Tablet Tablet S and P will be updated with Android 4.0

Good news for those who already own the Tablet PCs Tablet S and P's when it said Sony will upgrade the operating system for this duo tablet on Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich.
This information has been posted on the board of Sony in the UK, but Sony has yet to confirm the conclusion of this information.

Both have a tablet on Sony's design is quite unique, while Tablet S is a 10 inch device is designed like a magazine or it can be folded tablet Tablet P is smaller pocket . Both devices are used on dual-core processor NVIDIA Tegra 2 speed 1 GHz, 1 GB RAM and running Android 3.2 Honeycomb.

Sony released the 3G Tablet S

Unlike version only supports Wi-Fi connectivity, the new version of Sony Tablet S is only available with storage capacities of 16 GB and a price is 857 USD.

In addition to adding support for 3G connectivity, the new version of Sony Tablet S does not have any differences in design and features. This model is equipped with dual core processor Nvidia Tegra 2 1 GHz speed, 9.4 inch touch screen has a resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels, 1 GB RAM, 5 megapixel rear camera with Exmor R sensor and supports 720p HD video recording, 0.3 megapixel front camera phone has the support, SD card slot, microUSB 2.0 port, headphone, Bluetooth 2.1 with ERD, IR features, accelerometer sensor, light sensor light and electronic compass.
The tablet runs Android 3.2 Honeycomb, size 241.2 x 174.3 x 10.1 to 20.6 mm and weighing 625 grams, slightly heavier version only supports the Wi-Fi (weighing 589 grams).
The 3G version of the Tablet S was sold through the Sony booth at the UK retail price 549 GBP (approximately 857 USD). While version supports Wi-Fi is sold along with price 547 USD and 671 USD respectively for the capacities of 16 GB and 32 GB.

 

Video introduction of Sony Tablet S

Apple secretly developing device 4 inch screen

Sony and Hitachi are working together with production of LCD monitors for a new Apple products running IOS. This device is likely to be introduced next year.
From the information posted on the website Macotakara (Japan), many experts say, this is probably the screen for iPhone and iPod generation. iPhone 4S launched in October has led many people remain disappointed size 3.5 inch, smaller than rivals running Android or Windows Phone.

The idea-generation iPhone. Photo: MacRumors.

Meanwhile, the top Wall Street Journal said Apple is investing heavily in the other is a Japanese company Sharp to produce panels for iPad tablet 3. Sharp's new monitor will be added IGZO technology helps the tablet becomes thinner and more battery life.
"IGZO is almost perfect technology for electric power consumption equivalent to the OLED and has a thickness of only about 25% more," said Peter Misek, an analyst of Jeffries said.

Scores on the tablet Android Honeycomb

At the exhibition of consumer electronics at International CES Las Vegas earlier this year, customers of the company announced the Android tablet Honeycomb.

The following is a list of devices running this operating system, whether or ready to be launched in the near future.

Acer Iconia Tab A500

Acer Iconia Tab A500 has 10.1 inch touch screen, dual core processor Nvidia Tegra 2 1 GHz, 10.1 supports Flash, memory capacity 16 GB, but no 3G, but there are many connections such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.1. This device has a camera 5 'dots' on the back and two 'dots' on the front.

Acer Iconia Tab A100

Iconia Tab A100 is the first tablet with 7 inch screen running Android 3.2. The screen has a resolution of 600x1024 pixels, built-in HDMI output, USB, Wi-Fi. A100 processor running two dual core Nvidia Tegra. The device weighs 0.92 pound (kilogram 00:41) and 0.5 inch thick (12.7 millimeters). It has a camera 5 'dots' on the back and two 'dots' on the front, support for Adobe Flash 10.3.

Archos 80 G9

Archos has entered the "war" Honeycomb Archos tablet with 80 G9. This device processor ARM Cortex A9 dual core 1.5 GHz, 250 GB Seagate hard drive. 8 inch screen, 4:3 aspect ratio, resolution 1024 x 768 pixels.

Archos 101 G9

This device size larger than 80 G9 Archos with 10 inch screen, 1280x800 resolution, dual-core processor.

Asus Eee Memo Pad

Asus Eee Memo Pad 7 inch screen, Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset. This device has dual camera for video calls, a mini HDMI port to connect to the TV.

Asus Eee Pad Slider

Asus Eee PC Pad Slider is a table with a sliding QWERTY keyboard like the HTC Shift from a few years ago. Basically, these devices have a 10.1 inch IPS screen resolution of 1280x800 pixels.

Asus Eee Pad Slider weighs 886 grams, 16.7 mm thick, dual-core processor Nvidia Tegra 2, a wireless connection, Adobe Flash 10.1 support, dual camera.

Asus Eee Transformer Pad

Asus Eee Pad Transformer IPS screen 10.1 inch, 1280x800 pixel resolution, can connect to the keyboard right away to become a laptop.

Specifications of equipment include dual cameras (1.2 'dots' and 5 'dots'), wireless connectivity, USB, Bluetooth and integrated card reader, supporting Adobe Flash 10.1, the processor Dual Core Nvidia Tegra 2.

Asus Eee Pad Transformer 2

Eee Pad Transformer 2 is expected because it is one of the first tablet to use Kal El processor quad core from NVIDIA.

HTC Jetstream

Jetstream HTC HD WXGA screen brightness, the camera 8 'dot', Snapdragon processor 1.5 GHz dual-core, connection LTE / HSPA, running Android 3.1 (Honeycomb). Jetstream is a new HTC in the U.S..

Lenovo ThinkPad Tablet / Slate Think

This tablet Nvidia Tegra 2 processor, 10.1 inch screen, 1280x800 resolution, running Android 3.1, weighs 740g.

LG G-Slate

LG G-Slate 3D capable and Tegra 2 dual-core chipset, 4G connectivity, 8.9 inch screen and can record 1080p HD video and 3D video.

Medion P9514 Lifetab

Lifetab Medion P9514 10 inch screen, Nvidia Tegra chip 2, run Honeycomb 3.2, memory capacity 16 GB or 32 GB, HDMI port and USB connectivity, Wi-Fi.

Motorola Xoom

Motorola Xoom has 10.1 inch screen, Android Honeycomb tablet with a 16:10 aspect, HD, 1280 x 800, camera 5 'dots'. This device has a dual-core processor Tegra 2 1 GHz, Wi-Fi 802.11n and Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR, 32 GB internal memory.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1

Galaxy Tab 10.1 Samsung LCD, 1280x800 resolution, Nvidia Tegra chip 2, 1 GB RAM internal memory and up to 64 GB. Camera front and back, respectively, two 'dots' and three 'dots' and 720p video output for y'all to enjoy. The device size is L x W x D 256.7 x 175.3 x 8.6mm, weight 565g.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9

Brown tablet with 8.9 inch screen, 1280x800 pixel resolution, weighs 470g, dual-core processor 1.5 GHz, camera back three 'dots' and camera on the front two 'dots', along with the ability 720p video

Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7

Galaxy Tab 7.7 Samsung Super AMOLED screen, 1.4 GHz processor and running Android 3.2 tablet interface of Samsung Touch Wiz. Other specs include a 5100mAh battery, has the form 8, 16, 32 and 64 GB is designed with SD card slot, so you can increase capacity.

Sony Tablet S

The tablet is designed like a folded newspaper, weighing 598g. 9.4 inch screen, 1280x800 resolution, very sharp display, 1 GHz Tegra chipset 2. There is also a slot for SD and Micro-USB, but no HDMI port. There are two versions of Wi-Fi and 3G networks with other hard drive capacity is 16 or 32 GB.

Sony Tablet P

If the Tablet S is designed like a folded newspaper, the design of P Tablet PCs are also worth more debate. This device has 5.5 inch screen, 1024x480 resolution in each hand, weighs 380g, 2 Tegra SoC processor, 4 GB of memory in P Tablet certified computer gaming table PlayStations.

Toshiba AT200 - Excite

AT200 or Excite Toshiba 10.1 inch screen, 1280x800 resolution, run Honeycomb (3.2) TI OMAP 4430 processor 1.2 GHz, 1 GB RAM internal memory and up to 64 GB.

Camera on the 5 'end'. This device is only 7.7mm thick, it is one of the thinnest tablet now, 1mm thinner than iPad 2 (8.8 mm), length 256mm, width 176mm, weight 558g.Toshiba tablet can run for 8 hours with only a single charge.

Toshiba AT100 - Thrive

Thrive or AT100 Toshiba 10.1 inch screen resolution of 1280x800, 1 GB RAM and 16 GB memory, Nvidia Tegra processor 2 1 GHz, 5 cameras 'dots' on the back and two 'dots' on the front . This device has an HDMI port, SD, Mini-USB, USB, Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n and Bluetooth. Battery life approximately 7 hours.

ViewSonic ViewPad 7x

Published in information technology fair Computex 2011, ViewPad 7x 7 icnh screen, dual core processor Nvidia Tegra 2, 2 camera front and back, weighs 380g, compatible DLNA, HDMI port to connected to the TV.