Transformers: Fall of Cybertron game launched on August

Transformers: Fall of Cybertron game release date has announced. Disclosed, this robot game will arrive in the United States on August 28th, 2012. In the sequel of Cybertron fall, gamers will see the Autobots and Decepticons continue the battle to control their home planet. Reportedly, the game ends with battle which then destroy their own planet.

Video game developer, High Moon Studios put the thoroughness in the title at this sequel, so the fans can feel the satisfaction and gain experience a challenging and fun game. Significant progress has been made by the developer, such the characters can be transformed as much as three times. For example, changing from infantry soldier into a jet, then a helicopter.

This Transformers: Fall of Cybertron sequel, reportedly will be brought the wider environment and spoil the gamer to explore the area in the game. In addition, through the preview or Transformers: Fall of Cybertron trailer video, visualization as well as animation seems moves smoothly. This indicates the readiness of developers in designing the best gameplay and graphics.

The previous leaked information revealed, this game can be played with a multiplayer mode, and the characters selection type, such as Titan, Infiltrator, Scientist and the Destroyer. Gamers also have the customization option to make their own Transformer character, changing the shield chest, shader features, color selection, and so forth.

Transformers: Fall of Cybertron game that published by Activision will be able to played on Xbox 360, Playstation 3 and PC.

Google Rumored Will Open Online Store for Selling Tablet

According to a report by The Wall Street Journal, Google plans to open an online store that sells  tablet PC directly to consumer. Quoting a source, this online store eventually will offer a tablet are made by Samsung Electronics and Asustek Computer, which is certainly based on Google's operating system, Android.

Google till now still refusing to give their comments. As is known, Google currently relies on retail and operator partners to sell the Android smartphone which made by various handset manufacturers.

Currently, Android has become number one smartphone in the world, competing with its rival, Apple. However, Apple still dominating the market for touch-screen tablet with iPad.

Google might be able to sell its brand partners tablet through their shop and have been considering the price of tablets in the future to create more competitive with Kindle Fire. As we know, Amazon.com sells Kindle Fire for U.S. $ 199, but this device has a customizable interface and not use too many Google services.

But, even is rumored will be opening their own shop, according to the Journal report, is unclear when Google plans to start it.

April, Apple Produce 15 Inches MacBook Pro

A leaked report from the Far East (East Asia region) claims Apple has scheduled to produce their new Laptop. It's MacBook Pro which has a 15 inches screen and rumored will be soon produced in April.

As reported by Appleinsider, one of source from Taiwan reports, monthly production capacity of 15-inches Macbook will be produced as many 100,000 to 150,000 units. That total production reported will be increased gradually.

In addition, the source also said that Apple will produce 13-inch MacBook in June 2012. Apple reportedly anticipates a higher demand on the 13-inch MacBook, so it took two months after producing 15-inch MacBook. Still according to the same source, Apple is now preparing to deliver advantages, both in terms of specifications and performance of the machine, between MacBook Air models with the laptop series (MacBook Pro).

Other leaked information reveals, Apple is preparing a better Mac screen, which is the Retina Display on the next generation and adopting latest generation of Intel Ivy Bridge chip.

As is known, MacBook Pro is the Macintosh portable computer series that manufactured by Apple. MacBook Pro is the second model which was launched after the iMac, when it first introduced in January 2006 to replace the PowerBook G4. MacBook Pro is claimed as the laptop device with the latest technology in MacBook series.

Success on iPhone, Temple Run entering Android

Temple Run, games that previously only available on iOS, officially entered the Android platform, Tuesday (03/27/2012). This game is very popular among the users of iPhone and iPad, it's downloaded up to 40 million times.

As in iOS, this game also will be free on Android, but using Freemium / In App Purchases concept.

Revenues from this game also will be similar on iOS, which is from coins that must be purchased by game players to power up. With this power up, the game characters that played will be able passed the trip along eponymous temple with  more powered.

The story in this game is about game main character who escaped after stealing an idol on temple. Throughout the escape, the character will be chased by black birds.

To avoid this, players must shaking the phone left and right. Game character should collect as much as possible coins in order to still lives and remain strong running and avoid the birds.

With this gameplay, Temple Run achieved a significant increase in the number of downloads on iOS. In the first six months after its release, Temple Run has become the most popular free applications on iTunes Store.

Temple Run is actually scheduled for release on the Android platform on February 2012. However, for reasons that are not published, Imangi Studios delayed release schedule to March 27th, 2012.

Now,  Android users can downloaded Temple Run from Google Play Store.

Nokia Patented Magnetic Tattoo Technology

Nokia tries to make breakthrough with registering a patent for a tattoo. Yes, not a regular tattoo, this is a  magnetic tattoo which allows body to communicate with mobile phones.

U.S. patent agencies where Nokia registering this patent describes, this tattoo-based iron ore and will vibrate every time the phone receives a call or run out of battery.

Interestingly, still in explanation the U.S. patent agency, the user will be able to 'scratch' the skin where the tattoo placed if it doesn't want to receive phone calls. When scratched, the user will feel sensation like a numbness.

Unfortunately, this unique invention seems will be a little complicated to apply. Considering tattoo must be embedded under the skin, the user must be willing to do minor surgical procedures to be able to utilize this technology. This tattoo will be activated after a minor wound heal after surgery.

Reported by Fox News today (3/21/2012), smartphone users can adjust the intensity of vibrations specifically to distinguish whether these vibrations indicate incoming calls, text messages, email, and others.

However, if the user object to embed a tattoo on the skin, this Nokia patent also allows the other options, such as magnetic spray which is sprayed onto the skin, stamp tattoo, or a bracelet.

eFun Launched Nextbook Premium 8

Nextbook 1 to 7 which was released by eFun previously may not attract too much attention in the tablet market, though not achieving success, but eFun not giving up, and just announced the presence of their latest Android tablet called Nextbook Premium 8. 

Although it has a name'' Premium'' but the specifications are not too special and there is no Android OS Honeycomb at this tablet. Nextbook Premium 8 is a tablet with capacitive screen measuring 8'' which relies on Android 2.3 Gingerbread operating system. eFun Nextbook Premium 8 was released at a price of $ 300, it's enough makes people to think before buy it, because there are other tablets option, such as Kindle Fire and Lenovo IdeaPad A1 which is priced cheaper, about $ 200.

Nextbook Premium 8 main specifications :

8'' TFT capacitive screen

Android OS 2.3 Gingerbread

Rockchip RK2918 processor

4 GB Internal memory

MicroSD Slot

 2 MP front camera

Angry Birds Space Downloaded 10 Million Times in 3 Days

Recently launched, Angry Birds Space already have early successes. According to the official Angry Birds Twitter account,  Angry Birds newest series has been downloaded 10 million times in less than 72 hours (3 days).

"Angry Birds Space downloaded 10 million in less than three days! Thank you for our fans, "wrote the Angry Birds Twitter account.

Angry Birds Space applications has been launched and fight their enemies in outer space. So far, the reviews of the game has been greeted positively, one of them by the Guardian, which gave four from five stars.

Numbers that was achieved, making the Angry Birds Space three times more popular than the new iPad, which sold over 3 million units in the first three days. This games that available on PC, Mac, Android IOS and it's got a lot of attention, this can be seen by the downloaded number that reached.

This is not the first time Rovio  earned the benefits from this game. In last November, the company revealed that Angry Birds has been downloaded half billion times.

Rovio did look well on the success, after presented on PC, Mac, iOS and Android, Angry Birds Space also will be launched on Windows Phone. This was conveyed directly by the Rovio Head of Marketing, Peter Vestebacka, "Our application is the first in the WP app store, but it needs great effort to support it."

April 8th is First Window Phone LTE Debut

The first Windows Phone (WP) LTE officially will be available on April 8th. Not only Nokia Lumia 900, but also HTC Titan II.

Previously, both handset has been announced in the early of this year at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES). Nokia Lumia 900 will be the third Nokia smartphone that released into the United States after partnering with Microsoft. The first handset released after the partnership, Lumia 710 is now available on T-Mobile stores.

The second handset is Lumia 800, although not available on any U.S. operator, but can be purchased from the Microsoft store.

"The relationship between AT&T and Nokia established for years and we are pleased to introduce their first  4G LTE WP only for our customers," said Senior Vice President of Devices AT&T Mobility.

"Lumia 900 designed impeccably with clean lines and a camera that owned," he added.

Lumia 900 can be considered as a big version of Lumia 800 which has ClearBlack AMOLED screen and 8 megapixel camera.

Meanwhile HTC Titan II, a continuation of the HTC Titan. This Window Phone 7 device has 4.7 inches Super LCD screen and 16 megapixel camera, the highest resolution which currently available on AT & T smartphone camera.

Lumia 900 and HTC Titan II already available on April 8th, while for Lumia 900, customers can begin to preorder on March 30th.

Latest Mickey Mouse Game Will Released in 3 Consoles

Disney UK recently announced the development of the game sequel Disney Epic Mickey: The Power of Two. The game rumored continue the success of the previous game, Disney Epic Mickey.

As reported Mcvuk, Sunday (3/25/2012), the game will immerse gamers to play as Mickey mouse and Oswald the Lucky Rabbit. Both characters will be partnered and run a new adventure story.

Mickey character equipped with a magic paintbrush weapon that allows him to use paint and paint thinner. Meanwhile, Oswald has a  magic remote control weapon is used to command electric element.

This game has an unique approach in terms of gameplay which was pioneered by Warren Spector. Gamers can dynamically overcome different challenges to explore all the possibilities and storylines, but with consequences for the actions they choose.

"As a fan of Disney, worked with Mickey Mouse in the original title of Disney Epic Mickey is a  truly deep experience," said Warren Spector, creative director and vice president, Junction Point.

According to him, millions of gamers will fall in love with Mickey character as a video game hero. He also knows that gamers also experiencing the same emotions when they interact and play as Oswald in the Disney Epic Mickey 2: The Power of Two.

This Disney Epic Mickey 2: The Power of Two game return as a franchise for Nintendo Wii console, the expansion of high definition (HD) on the Xbox 360 and Playstation 3. The game is rumored will be released in the autumn approximately September to December 2012

Sony Tablet S and P will Getting ICS Next Month

Sony Japan on Thursday confirmed that the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich update will soon come to their two Android tablet, Tablet P and Tablet S. Android 4.0.3 update will be launched next month, but it remains unclear whether this update is a global update, or only for Japan.

With Google's latest OS, both tablet photo capabilities will increase, create photo applications can be used with practical and fast through the lockscreen, and able to take panoramic photos. New application called Recopla also be included to watch TV programs that have been recorded at Sony BluRay Player, also Small Apps, a feature that allows users to use multitask more efficiently. WiFi version from the tablet  P also will be launched next month, precisely on April 21st.

Google Play Will Sell Movies?

Google Play, a new name for the Android Market, probably will sell the movie as well. Now Google Play only allow renting movies, but the source from the movie industry claimed that the the movie will also be trading in  these second largest market application in the world.

The reason is some Hollywood studio possibility manage a conditions where Google Play have to sell the movie before giving the option to rent the movie. This new option probably will introduced this summer. Of course, for the studio selling more profitable than renting.

Android as the most popular mobile platform has a lot of potential. Cell phones and a lot of high end Android tablet equipped with an HDMI port to display HD video on HDTV. Even, through a wireless network you can also enjoy multimedia content on other devices.

Angry Birds Space Will Landing on Windows Phone?

Rovio, Angry Birds developer has launched the latest series, the Angry Birds Space since last Thursday, the game already could be downloaded and played in Android, iOS, PC and Mac.

Anything less? Yes, Windows Phone not listed above. Peter Vesterbacka,  Rovio Chief Marketing Officer tells Bloomberg that they have no plans to release the Angry Birds Space game franchise for Windows Phone.

But do not be disappointed. The original game still become number one in the Marketplace, it seems Rovio will not disappoint customers who use that Microsoft's OS. Vesterbacka seems wrong to speak or perhaps  his words misinterpreted, because the CEO of Rovio, Mikael Hed told Reuters that they are working to include Angry Birds Space for WP7, although its release schedule has not been revealed by him.

Angry Bird Space has a new touch than previous versions. In this latest version, Rovio combines new characters and a touch of physics. The Physics mentioned is because Angry Birds Space played in outer space, players must use the gravitational pull of planets to successfully complete each level.

Angry Birds Park Soon Opened Next Month

Rovio's Angry Birds park soon opened next month. Finland was chosen to be the first have this official Angry Birds park. No wonder because Rovio, the creator of this popular game comes from these country.

Located in Sarkanniemi Amusement Park, Finland, Angry Birds parks will opened on last April. This is Rovio first step to build an Angry Birds park in several countries, after success with game sales and a variety of merchandise from these angry birds characters.

Rovio goal creates this park is for the Angry Birds  fans, especially amongst children who can have some fun while doing various sporting activities.

Peter Vesterbacka as Rovio Chief Marketing Officer says, Angry Birds park also aims to help reduce the obesity rates on children.

"There are big problem in western countries where most children spend their time  playing games in front of computer or watching TV. We think we can make exercise and learning activities more fun," he said.

Interestingly, by trying a variety of games and rides here, visitors can feel the feature of Angry Birds mobile game version. Yes, Rovio is trying to integrate digital world with reality.

Angry Birds themed park in fact already exist in China. But this is not an official Angry Birds park that gets Rovio license. Rather than sue the owner of the park, Rovio instead invited to partnered with their company.

Battery Level in The New iPad Not Accurately

The latest generation of the iPad, or known as The New iPad is reported has inaccuracies in the battery display parameters. These findings come from DisplayMate analyst, Raymond Soneira who has been testing and in-depth analysis of these devices.

After its launch on March 16th,  sold up to almost three million units within four days, most users expect these devices have perfection in its entirety. However, an analyst, Raymond Soneira this week has found that the charge mathematical model may be the cause of 'false' on-screen battery indicator, As reported by Appleinsider, today.

n the investigation has been, Soneira get this New iPad continue to draw 10 watts of electricity for two hours after the batteries are indicates 100 percent level (full charge). Soneira also revealed that this iPad third generation is likely has failure in mathematical models of battery charging.

Despite there is a weak point, The New iPad has a number of advantages than its predecessor, such as colors sharpness in the image.

"As expected, all the images, especially text and graphics are very impressive. In some photos, extra sharpness makes a significant difference (rather than the iPad previous generation)." Raymond Soneira said.

In addition, The New iPad brings Retina Display. This technology has four times greater pixels than iPad 2. Thus, sharper text, richer colors and make the experience at the iPad changed as a whole, because it feels more alive and more detailed.

Only 1.6% of All Android Devices Running ICS

Since its launch in October 2011, the distribution of the Android 4.0 operating system relatively longer. There a bit gadget which can taste the 'sweet' Android which called Ice Cream Sandwich (ICS).

Indeed, in a recent report, the percentage of the Android 4.0 has reached more than doubled in recent months, but the number was still not even reached 2%.

According to latest data released by Google, only 1.6% of all Android devices running the latest version. Furthermore, as much as 0.4% handsets are adopting Ice Cream Sandwich  4.0 to 4.0.2 versions, and 1.2% running 4.0.3 version.

While the most popular version of Android is 2.3.3 to 2.3.7, which is the latest version of Gingerbread. Because Gingerbread contributed 61.5% from Android devices that runs the platform. Just behind it, was Android "Froyo" or 2.2, which contribute 25.3% from all active devices.

Android Honeycomb, 3.0 to 3.2 version which is only used for tablets, has reached 3.3% adoption rate. Meanwhile, Android 2.1 (Eclair) there are still using up to 6.6%.

While the 'older' versions, which is Android 1.6 (Donut) and Android 1.5 (Cupcake) began to disappear, because it only contributed less than 1%.

In January revealed that only 0.6% from Android devices which tasted the Ice Cream Sandwich, it is increased, but the increase is very slow.

Ice Cream Sandwich is one of the biggest update for Android, including features such as scan your face to unlock the phone and Near Field Communication (NFC) technology.

Samsung Delays Ice Cream Sandwich for Galaxy Note

Samsung Galaxy Note owners must be patient to taste Ice Cream Sandwich. The reason, Samsung will not be presenting this new operating system in the Galaxy Note until the second quarter of 2012.

In its official statement, in addition to confirm availability Ice Cream Sandwich for Galaxy Note in the second quarter of 2012, Samsung also mentioned that the update will receive the addition of Premium Suite software.

The second quarter itself began in April. Thus, Galaxy Note users will not be too long waiting for it.

In this Suite Premium Ice Cream Sandwich update, will add some extra features and a series of multimedia applications that optimize the S Pen use.

For example, on S Note, users can combine the results of  hand scribble or their notes with other digital content. Also in My Story, users can create digital greeting cards.

The distribution of the operating system, also known as Android 4.0 indeed relatively uneven and longer. There are slightly gadget that can use it.

Angry Birds Space Officially Released

After long-awaited, Rovio finally released the latest series of  their made popular game, Angry Birds Space. For angry birds fans, now can download the game on multiple devices.

This Angry Birds Space is available for iPhone and separately with the HD version for iPad, as well as for the Android version. As for the PC version,  Rovio is rumored going to sell the game from its online store, and the Mac version can be downloaded at the Mac Store.

So what's different from this Angry Birds Space? Still the same 'formula' from this game, that is cast bird into pigs that became the enemy. But the different, there are new gameplay elements, including the gravitational field. There was also a new power-ups and Space Eagles that can be obtained with playing or the user could buy it.

"This launch marks our major step as a company and our entire team and partners have come together producing an exciting product," said Rovio Chief Executive, Mikael Hed.

"We hope our fans will find all fun things in Angry Birds Space as did by other Rovio family," he added.

Rovio hope this new game can continue to provide huge growth for the Angry Birds, which has more than 700 million times downloaded on all platforms, last time the company was released data.

"This is the first time for us, has all the things available on the launch day, start from animation, toys, books, candy and more. And this is only the first phase from our space program, because there's more to come next, "said Peter Vesterbacka from Rovio.

Rovio previously promised an official guide book which published by National Geographic as well as animation and retail elements for the launch of Angry Birds Space.

Draw Something, Most Popular Games on Facebook

Zynga have to accept defeat, because their game, Words With Friends successfully deposed by Draw Something as most popular game on Facebook.

According to statistics from tracking service, AppData, Draw Something reached 10.8 million daily users. That means defeating their nearest challenger, Words With Friends with 8.6 million.

not only that, Draw Something has a successful track record on iOS and Android after reaching 20 million times downloads just five weeks after its release. Success in two places at once, which is mobile phones and Facebook reportedly because the game comes through cross-platforms.

Although Words With Friends no longer occupy the top position, but their success with Draw Something is a proof that games such as Scrabble and Pictionary are still have a great chance to succeed.

Words With Friends is a game from Zynga, the social gaming giant that has been so long in the Facebook gaming arena through games such as WWF, Farmville, Zynga and Words With Friends.

Has been long time partnered with Facebook, thus, arises question the company future long term on social networking. But it looks like it answered, several time ago, Zynga has announced plans to build their own gaming portal.

This is Samsung Galaxy S III Form?

The news about Samsung Galaxy S III presence more widespread, especially now emerging picture is claimed as the original form of the smartphone. Appearance of 'Galaxy S III' was leaked on the internet,  that reportedly from a Public Relations (PR) company.

Quoted from Softpedia, Monday (3/19/2012), the picture about this Samsung Galaxy S III was reported from Weber Shandwick, which is the official PR agency for Samsung in various countries around the world. The leaked slide was also provides little chance that Samsung is ready to held a series of 'surprise' on May 22nd about the device.

If the rumored is true, it means that the device will soon appear, at least not longer than two months. Although some of the other rumors said Samsung will make an official announcement on March 22nd, that is when Angry Birds Space will be launched in the Galaxy Note.

Meanwhile, at leaked picture, Samsung Galaxy S III seems has a touch screen display with a slim body. Previously, this smartphone is rumored will be equipped with quad-core processor, 4.8-inch display with HD resolution, 8MP camera, and a whole range of connectivity options which are usually found on currently high-end devices.

While the second image reveals more information on the outer design. Shown in the picture, there are dedicated camera key and lock button on the right side, and the volume control on the left side of the phone. While at the front, equipped with a speaker and a secondary camera for making video calls.

Although the leaked picture is rumored as the successor of the Galaxy S II, but it still have to substantiated until Samsung launched this Galaxy S III later.

Google Play Updated, Improve Review and Tabulation

Google Play Store which is a transformation from Android Market, again get the reform and repair. Besides preparing to developing media distribution, Google Play Store also fixes the order of Android app which provided.

Google Play Store build 3.5.15 which is the latest version brings two new feature sets. When looking at the My Apps page, visitors will find a tabulation view like in other parts of the available market. If it is shifted to the left and right, visitors can switch between applications that have been updated, has been installed, or display all applications. On this tabulation will be displayed paid applications and free applications which already installed, including applications that have been tested. This feature will be helpful for those who like to trying an application or widget because will be display all applications that have been installed or tested before, and how it goes now.

Google Play Store also improve the way to sort the application review. Visitors can be sorted, starting from the most helpful and most recently. Visitors can also do filtering, so it displays the latest review or derived from the same phone / tablet. This feature will help to compare how an application when installed on various Android devices.

Cut the Rope: Experiments Available On Android

After long time available in iOS, Cut the Rope: Experiments game finally also available on Android.  The availability version of this game confirmed from announcement made by Zeptolab, game developers on Facebook. Currently, Cut the Rope: Experiments game only available on Amazon AppStore for Kindle Fire at price of $ 0.99. It is estimated this game will be soon available in Google Play Store.

Cut the Rope: Experiments is an extension of the original game plus the 25 level. How to play this game is still the same way, players have to take candy from Om Nom while avoiding the traps are mounted. In this new game, there are some new gameplay mechanism for refreshment.

What's new in this Cut the Rope: Experiments version:

•  75 new levels with 3 colorful setting.
• 3 level packs: Getting Started, Shooting the Candy, Sticky Steps
• New music tracks,  Om Nom sound and animation.
• Find the hidden photographic evidence to help scientists with their experiments! Complete Professor photo album and share with friends on Facebook. Find a special photo in HD version
• Stories and new featuring from professor's Intriguing commentary and Om Nom's reactions habits - What will he think of your achievements?
• Game Center support to post scores and leaderboards -  compare scores we have achieved with others around the world.

Diablo 3 Game Released This Month

 Blizzard Entertainment announced Diablo 3 game will be released this month. Series game action genre Role Playing Game (RPG) is scheduled to glide on May 15, 2012.

"After years of hard work by a developers team and beta testing by hundreds thousands of dedicated players around the world, we've reached the last," said Mike Morhaime, CEO and founder of Blizzard Entertainment, as reported by Blizzard, Today (03/16/ 2012).

"We hope to put the last touches on Diablo 3 for two months ahead and provide the experience of our last RPG game for gamers around the world that began on May 15th," he explained.

Reportedly on the day of releases, gamers who want to play Diablo 3, has been available in retail throughout the United States, Canada, European, South Korea, Southeast Asia, Australia, New Zealand, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macau.

In addition, gamers can also buy the game digitally (download) via the Blizzard website. Unfortunately, the download is only for some countries in the Americas, including Mexico, Argentina, Chile, and Brazil. Diablo 3 will support Windows XP platform, Windows Vista, Windows 7 and Macintosh with a price tag of U.S. $ 59, 99.

Told, gamers can take a role of one of the five heroic characters, the barbarian, witch doctor, wizard, monk, and the demon hunter. Gamers can explore the characters to enhance the capability and experiences and collect artifacts to gain incredible strength.

Bombing Bird Game Present at iOS

FoofaStudios, the developer of this game, has just announced the game their made, Bombing Bird. This game show pigeon that shoots droppings to the object to produce a score.

This 'shootout' game is a game that provides exciting game experience, with elements of an entertaining comedy or joke.

Players are required to direct a shot precise to the object, the man who was walking in a field of green grass. To add to the points in this game, the gamers must frequently fired  the dirt and precise on the object.

But, if a shot fails, or objects managed to get out of the screen, players will lose one life bar. In addition, gamers can also use special features such as Smart Crap and Fartmate.

This smart Crap could work to strike the object by using hot dirt rocket and Fartmate to strike the object with the help of other birds.

Not only that, to create this game more exciting, there is also Bullet Time  feature to slow down the gameplay so it more accurately shots, and Airstrike to call some bigger birds and create dirt rain attacks.

For gamers who are curious about this game, can be downloaded on the App Store and priced at U.S. $ 1.99.

Amazon AppStore First Birthday, Discounted Various Popular Applications

Amazon has just announced that Amazon AppStore has one year old. To commemorate its first anniversary, Amazon provide discounts on a variety of best-selling applications which provided in the application store.

Some popular applications are discounted:

• Fruit Ninja

• Wolfram Alpha

• Splashtop Remote Desktop

• Dr. Seuss s The Shape of Me and Other Stuff

• TuneIn Radio Pro

• TETRIS

• PAC-MAN

• The Lost City

• MONOPOLY

• AccuWeather Platinum

• Jamie Oliver s 20 Minute Meals

Discounts which applied is also different from usual. On the first day, Plants vs. Zombies application is discounted 67%, become U.S. $ 0.99. Tomorrow, there will be two applications which discounted. On the third day, there will be three applications that are discounted, and so on.

In addition set a discount, Amazon also released some interesting details related to the growth of the AppStore. In the early years of establishment, there are 4000 applications and a lawsuit from Apple. While today, the store is already crowded and has applications more than 31,000.

Few other things also revealed Amazon, including:

Most downloaded application is Cut the Rope, followed by Angry Birds and Where's My Water?

Every day, AppStore provide free one paid application.

Amazon AppStore allows users to test applications that will be purchased.

Games are the most popular application categories, followed by entertainment and productivity.

Amazon also preparing eight Amazon Kindle Fire tablets to share. The tablet will be given to those who are lucky in the lottery that ended on March 31st.

New iPad predicted Sold 1 million on First Day

Although not given a specific name, but New iPad does not reduce the enthusiasm of  this device lovers. With the advantage of specification that brought, it's not excessive if the analysts predict Apple will break sales records.

According to Piper Jaffray analyst, Gene Munster, a company founded by Steve Jobs is projected to sell as many as one million units of new iPad on the first day that tablet sold.

That number, when compared with sales of the first generation iPad, is considerably. Quoted from Mashable, for that original  computer tablet devices, Apple scored selling of 300,000 units in its first day. It is not known how many numbers are inscribed for iPad 2.

The New iPad will hit the market on March 16th. "We believe that Apple will sell over a million units on the day of its release," Munster said.

Although not yet officially been on the market, but pre order of the new iPad has been opened in 12 countries. Did not take long, the public was greeted with fanfare, thus rumored that New iPad pre sale stock of the first batch sold out.

The beauty of Retinal screen that is brought, plus a camera that has increased quality up to 5 MP and speed of A5X processor, obviously made New iPad one of the 'hot' device that its presence awaited.

Apple iPad & Kindle Fire Rule Tablet Market

There are so many computers tablet scattered. But Apple iPad and Kindle Fire became the most dominant computers tablet in the shipments during fourth quarter last 2011. Thus recent data revealed by the research institute, IDC.

According to IDC, during that fourth quarter, as many as 28.2 million tablets were sold in the global market. Indeed, iPad is still the king of sales, but Kindle Fire shipping includes impressive.

In Q4 2011, iPad successfully sold 15.4 million units, role for 55% market share of tablet worldwide sales.

Kindle Fire made by Amazon were only able to sell 4.7 million units. But the market share is the largest after the Apple iPad, which is 16.8%. That's quite dumped Samsung Galaxy Tab, which its market share in the range of 5.8%.

"As a debut,  Kindle Fire includes impressively, with total sales of 4.7 million units," the statement revealed by IDC.

IDC also wrote, in 2011, 68.7 million tablet have circulated widely in the global market. Predicted, in 2012, 87.8 million tablets will be shipped by some vendor.

Samsung Galaxy S III Rumored Start Manufactured

Rumors about Samsung Galaxy S III grew stronger. After a site claimed has opened pre order this Samsung's flagship smartphone, now the news emerged that Galaxy S III has entered the production phase.

The news itself is circulating from the Android Community. In the leak, a source said that, the development of the Samsung Galaxy S III is completed.

This means, the next step is to enter the production phase to reproduce that quite highly anticipated smartphone. Unfortunately, not mentioned in where manufacturing the Galaxy S III is made. Samsung is not yet commented on this news.

Previously, a site called Mobilecityonline claimed, has opened first reservations of Samsung Galaxy S III. The device mentioned has a code name GT-I9300 and priced at U.S. $ 799.

Mobilecityonline also revealed details specifications of this device, such as screen size that carries a 4.6-inch Super Amoled Plus includes a  resolution 720 x 1280 pixels.

In addition, the site also claims that Samsung Galaxy S III will be supported by Exynos 4212 1.8 Ghz quad core processor and 16GB of internal RAM.

Additional features are a 12 MP rear camera and a 2MP in front. Their connectivity also supports 4G LTE. About the operating system, Samsung Galaxy S III definitely use the Android Ice Cream Sandwich 4.0.

Sony Xperia Sola, Android with Magic Touch Screen

Sony Mobile Communications released a new Android handset, Sony Xperia Sola. The touch screen on the smartphone is claimed has a magical element, which can be operated without touching the screen. Sony calls it "floating touch ' technology.

'Floating touch' Technology can not be used in all functions, but only in the web browser menu. Users can browse web pages without actually touching the screen.

"All you need to do is cast a hand on the screen, like moving the cursor. Once was positioned on the desired link, simply touch to select it," said Sony in their blog.

Sony Xperia Sola has a 3.7 inch screen, 854x480 resolution  Display Reality, 1GHz dual core processor and Android 2.3 operating system aka Gingerbread that promised to be updated to Android Ice Cream Sandwich, and 5 megapixel camera

This device also has Near Field Communications (NFC) feature with a device called SmartTags. Two SmartTags contained in the Sony Xperia Sola package can be personalized to perform 10 commands.

As quoted from PCMag, Wednesday (03/14/2012), Sony Xperia Sola will go on sale in the second quarter of 2012. As for the price range has not been announced.

Google Play Store, New Name of Android Application Center

Google changed the name of its online store from a Android Market Store to Google Play Store, since Tuesday (03/06), a step taken to compete more closely with Amazon and Apple who first have a similar services.

With the changes, it means the users of the Android-system can access all applications, videos, music, and Google electronic books now have to accessed on Google Play Store.

"People see Android  icons on screen and they think it's (online shop) only sell applications," said Chris Yerga, director of Android digital content, Monday (03/05).

The new name (Google Play Store) was introduced three and a half years after Google launched the Android Market as a center to download a variety of mobile applications for their Android and tablet-based phones.

Yerga continued, "Our goal is to bring more people into our online store,"

Android operating system is number one in the world, and used in various devices from various brands, including Samsung, Sony, Motorola, and HTC.

There has been more than 450,000 Android-based applications provided by third-party developers at Google Play Store, Apple is still far behind, who has been provided 550 000 applications.

Five Game Title are Expected Present This Year

Current games has a high graphic display, featuring characters with motion controls and amazing action. Hardware capabilities also enhanced to support the game.

Some of the newest game that will present this year is expected to provide an exciting gaming experience. There are five popular game titles msxbox-world versions which the most anticipated presence at this year.

• Grand Theft Auto (GTA) V

Rockstar reportedly will soon release a new game titles this year, after the company focused on the sequel game, Maxpayne 3, then it will release GTA V. Although not known when the launch of GTA V, gamers expected be patient to wait for new episodes of these game.

• Halo 4

A large project of 343 studios game developer, several time ago, had leaked the sequel screenshot of Halo 4 game. Rumored, the sequel game is the best game ever that made by 343 studios which will be landing in Xbox 360.

• Assassin's Creed III

Assassin's Creed is one of the successful franchises game in a variety of devices. This time, Ubisoft developed the story by moving the game character (Desmond miles) further into the future. The game is rumored will be taking the background of the American Revolution era.

• The Last of Us

Game developer, Naughty Dog will be create a game with a genre  experience that combines survival and action characters elements. Told, a mysterious plague stricken a city, there is a kind of creature or monster attacked, and character required to be able to survive and fight the creature. There are two main character, Ellie and Joel. The game is rumored to be landing on the Playstation 3.

• Bioshock Infinite

Bioshock Infinite is an adventure game series that claimed the most pleasing. The game introduces a new narrative experience. This first person shooter (fps) game will feature exciting action and exciting visual effects. Characters can shoot, take action to jump and attack enemies using the power of magic. The game that developed by Irrational Games will be landing in Playstation 3, Xbox 360 and Microsoft Windows in October 2012

Angry Birds Launched into Space with NASA

A video of astronauts playing real-life version of Angry Birds Space at an altitude of 240 miles above the earth has become a highlight on the internet. International Space Station flight engineer from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) describes the physical characteristics in space with props from the Angry Birds game.

"I want to do a physical demonstration from several things that you might see in the game," said Don before drawing a pig icon, which is the enemy of angry birds.

Then, with Don statement, NASA has been involved in launching of Angry Birds Space that seeks to educate the children. "This collaboration began with a simple exchange of birds and pigs in space and grow into a remarkable range, as well as opportunities for education," said David Weaver, a spokesman for NASA as reported by the Daily Mail, Today.

"The game not only fun and entertaining, but also inspiring and informative. This is an exciting way to get people involved with the NASA exploration and discovery mission, as well as get the spirit of the students about future careers, science and technology, "he added.

Meanwhile, Peter Vestebacka from Rovio said that their company wants to create something that is unique for launch of the game. "NASA has become the perfect partner for Angry Birds Space program and we look forward to working with them, and make education more attractive," Veterbeacka explains.

Angry Birds Space will be available on March 22nd has 60 levels, new characters and use the gravity pull from nearby planets to make the game more interesting.

New iPad Estimated Become Apple Best Selling

Despite high expectations in the new iPad not much became reality, but this Apple new iPad predicted would be the best selling in the history of the company.

Experts believe, the new iPad which was expected called the iPad HD and carries a high resolution display features, can sell more than the iPhone, which has sold over 100 million units.

"This is the  launch of Apple's key product," said Luke Peters, editor of Britain's leading technology magazine, T3.

He added, "A high-resolution screen will provide a new dimension and exciting to the business applications that benefit Apple, while the memory and camera update will appeal to those who have delayed buying iPad 1 until present. This could be Apple's best-selling product to date."

According to the data, the company sold iPad not less than 40.5 million throughout 2011, which prompted Apple income nearly U.S $ 25 billion.

"I think, with a new product (New iPad), it's about explaining what you do and what it is about," he said.

Mass Effect 3 Sold 890,000 Copy in First Day

Electronic Arts (EA) has released Mass Effect 3 sequel. On the first day of the launch, the game that long-awaited already sold around 890,000 copies.

EA CEO, John Riccitiello, said "We already anticipate this, and we are very pleased to welcome it." The numbers is claimed fairly high only obtained from sales only in North America, while globally, EA has prepared more than 3.5 million copies of Mass Effect 3 installation in pieces of the DVD.

According to Riccitiello, sales numbers are still could increasing rapidly, because Mass Effect 3 is also marketed in digital form, users can buy this game through several online stores.

Mass Effect 3 indeed one of the most anticipated game this year, the adventures of Commander Shephard on earth seemed more intriguing players. Also, this latest version of Mass Effect 3 also claimed has some changes.

The game begins with an escape video footage of Shepard to Normandy plane. this runaway is not without a hitch, Shepard must fight over the Reaper that have been waiting for.

Other than Shepard, a few other characters in previous versions of Mass Effect also appeared. For example, T'Soni Liara, Kaidan Alenko and Ashley Williams. Also a member of  Garrus team such Wrex and Mordin. In addition, there are several new characters that could be recruited throughout the game.

The storyline in this game also claimed more interesting, with much greater series of missions approximately 3 times than the previous version. The ending is also different, it could end badly or happy ending. All this depends on the attitude of the characters throughout the game.

For weapons that can be used, seem do not experience major changes. Gamers could still find a variety of guns that have been around since the early versions, but in Mass Effect 3 each weapon can be customized by the gamer.

Galaxy S II Canceled Tasting the Ice Cream Sandwich

 The announcement that Samsung will start landed Android Ice Cream Sandwich on Galaxy S II was a fake news.

The upgrade news came from posting on the Samsung FAQ page site. The page titled "Galaxy ICS upgrade S2," describes how the mobile phone owner can upgrade to Android 4.0.

Less from 24 hours later, Samsung pulled their announcement on Twitter. The Twit that written in Korean language was explained that the upgrade instructions are uploaded in a Philippine Samsung site is a mistake, and the upgrade schedule will be uploaded to Twitter after getting confirmation.

Previously been reported, that 20 million Galaxy S II owners around the world need to refresh their phone software to the  Samsung Kies upgrade software, then upgrade to Ice Cream Sandwich. This is the last part of news that makes the Galaxy S II owners as retractable since the Ice Cream Sandwich announcement last year.

After initially stating will bring the Android 4.0 to the Galaxy S II, Samsung reneged on its promises. Then, they said is reviewing the plan. Till finally, announced it will update the Galaxy S II in the first quarter of 2012.

iOS 5.1 Upgrade Features

iOS 5.1 is now landed on iPad, iPhone, and Apple's iPod touch, bringing a myriad of changes that make the advanced devices row is more tempting. What are some of the changes?

To get an upgrade to the new version, users need only connect the iOS device to iTunes via their PC. Or use the Update Software feature in iOS to update over the air.

Changes that brought iOS 5.1, including Japanese language support for Siri (availability may be limited), the ability to delete photos from the Photo Stream.

Then, within the camera, its shortcut is now always appear on the Lock Screen for iPhone 4S, iPhone 4, iPhone 3G, as well as fourth-generation iPod touch. In addition, the camera face detection features will now highlight all of faces. Camera application on iOs 5.1 for the iPad also has change design.

In iOS 5.1, iTunes Match customers will be able to synchronize Genius Mixes and Genius playlists. Sound for TV broadcasts and movies on iPad was optimized for more clearly and loudly. Then, the iPad user will gain  Podcasts for control playback speed also rewind 30 seconds.

Finally, update the iOS 5.1 also renewing indicators on the AT & T network, fix the problems associated with battery life, as well as fixing the problem that caused shrinking voice when calling.

Konami Develops Social Online Game at Zynga.com

 In early of March, Zynga launches new online gaming site called Zynga.com, the company holding Konami and two other studio games in the platform which aiming to away from Facebook dependency.

Konami is the first public company to join the service that was announced last week. This be a sign of Zynga that gaining a moment looking for publishing partners who are willing to share revenue with it.

The website, zynga.com, become open for public on Monday, allowing users to create personal profiles and play games.

Rob Dyer, head of publishing partners at Zynga, said on the sidelines of the Game Developers Conference in San Francisco on Thursday, that Konami is working on a new game which will be published on Zynga.com in the future.

"We are dedicated to creating the best destination for social gaming for players and developers alike," said Dyer.

Zynga offers technology companies, analyzes and the opportunity to market the game for 240 million monthly Zynga users.

A few days ago, Zynga also said that, their would allow other developers to make games for the network, and opened access to 240 million people play Zynga games per month.

Apple New iPad Price List

After officially introducing the new iPad, Apple immediately announced pricing and pre order for the new iPad WiFi and 4G version.

Launched by Apple Insider, Thursday (03/08/2012),  Apple's CEO, Tim Cook revealed that App Store will serve the new iPad pre order. Inevitably, after that announcement, Apple's site immediately collapsed.

On the front page of the site, display of that site seems offline, with just labeled "Oops Error Message". So, that some visitors were difficult to access it. With several attempts, then successfully.

The new iPad will be present in two versions, which are WiFi and  Wifi + 4G. As usual, there will be three different memory sizes, consisting of 16GB, 32GB, 64GB. And following are complete list of  The New iPad prices.

New iPad WiFi:

U.S. $ 499 (16GB)

U.S. $ 599 (32GB)

U.S. $ 699 (64GB)

New iPad WiFi + 4G:

U.S. $ 629 (16GB)

U.S. $ 729 (32GB)

U.S. $ 829 (64GB)

Especial for 4G, users can still use the 3G network when in a country that does not yet support that most advantages network.

The new iPad offers spesification upgarde from the previous tablet. Some of the new improvement are a faster processor with the new quad-core A5X, sharper picture quality of HDTV with the retina display 2048 x 1536 pixels, and 5MP camera with auto-exposure and auto-focus.

New iPad vs Samsung Galaxy note 10.1

The presence of the new iPad is not without opponents. At the  2012 Mobile World Congress, Samsung has introduced Galaxy Note 10.1. Between them, which one is greatest?

New iPad

Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 presented to accompany the previous version that only measures 5.7 inches. These PC tablet is also claimed by Samsung has a myriad of advantages if  compared to the New iPad.

Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1

As quoted from the Huffingtonpost today, Samsung has just released a table that compares the New iPad with Galaxy Note 10.1.

On the table, Samsung mentions some drawbacks at the new iPad compared to their products, such as multitasking which not supported by these Apple gadget.

In addition, Galaxy Note 10.1 also has a lighter weight and slimmer body if aligned with the new iPad. But unfortunately, at this table Samsung unwilling to admit if the new iPad screens has higher resolutions. So, it seems comparisons are made for both products are still not balanced.

Here are comparison table was released by Samsung.

Why New iPad Not Given a Name?

The new iPad has been introduced. Which is quite confusing, Apple just named it as the new iPad, there is no names such as iPad 3 or iPad HD according to previous predictions. What is the reason?

Apple so far has not explain it clearly. According to Apple Senior Vice President of Worldwide Marketing, Phil Schiller,  the name was chosen because "Apple doesn't want to be predictable,".

During a press conference about an hour performed by Apple CEO, Tim Cook, he's just call the new iPad as a 'new iPad'. Obviously, people were curious and confused.

"Come on Apple, give a name," wrote someone. "Is this the anonymous iPad?" wrote another.

"So this is the 'New iPad'. Is  next iPad generation will be called as the 'New New iPad?," Asked the New York Times technology writer, Nick Bilton. He considered Apple's decision is confusing.

Some parties judging about this name is not so important, and Apple has long been done it in other gadgets. For example, although a new generation are coming, Macs still called MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, or iMac.

"I think it's not a big deal. If you view the past, people did not like the iPad name when it first came out. But they can still sell it," writes Ina Fried, author of technology blog, AllThingsD.

New iPad vs iPad 2 Specifications

New iPad certainly bring some changes when compared to its predecessor generation, iPad 2. One that prominent is in area of display technology. New iPad using retinal display that makes the display screen is claimed more stunning.

The other changes, new iPad have 4G LTE connectivity (Long Term Evolution)While  iPad 2 is still  3G.

So, what are the differences between them? Following are the full comparison specifications of new iPad with iPad 2:

New iPad


Chip:
Apple A5X

Screen:

• High-resolution retinal display.

• 2048x1536 pixels resolution, 264 pixels per inch (ppi)

• Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating

• Support for display of multiple languages ​​and characters simultaneously

ISight camera:

• 5-megapixel camera with autofocus, tap to focus, face detection, in still images, video recording HD (1080p) up to 30fps with audio, video stabilization

• FaceTime camera with VGA-quality photos and video to 30 frames per second

• Photo and video geotagging

Size:
Wi-Fi version

• Height: 241.2 mm

• Width: 185.7 mm

• Thickness: 9.4 mm

• Weight: 652 grams

Wi-Fi version + 4G

• Height: 241.2 mm

• Width: 185.7 mm

• Thickness: 9.4 mm

• Weight: 662 grams

Color:
Black and white

Connectivity:
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n)
Bluetooth 4.0 technology

Wi-Fi + 4G GSM
- LTE (700, 2100 MHz)2; UMTS/HSPA/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA (850, 900, 1900, 2100 MHz); GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz)

Wi-Fi + 4G CDMA

-LTE (700 MHz)2; CDMA EV-DO Rev. A (800, 1900 MHz); UMTS/HSPA/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA (850, 900, 1900, 2100 MHz); GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz)

Battery

• Up to 10 hours of web browsing on Wi-Fi, video watching, or listening music

• Up to 9 hours of web browsing using cellular data network

• Recharge with a power adapter or USB to a computer.

iPad 2



Chip: 
A5

Screen:

• 1024x768 pixel resolution, 132 pixels per inch (ppi)

• Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating

• Support for display of multiple languages and characters simultaneously

Camera:

• Rear camera: Video recording, HD (720p) up to 30 fps still camera with 5x digital zoom

• Front camera: Video recording, VGA up to 30 fps with audio, VGA-quality still camera

• Tap to control exposure for video or stills

• Photo and video geotagging over Wi-Fi

Size:
Wi Fi version:

• Height: 241.2 mm

• Width: 185.7 mm

• Thickness: 8.8 mm

• Weight: 601 grams

 3G Wi-Fi version

• Height: 241.2 mm

• Width: 185.7 mm

• Thickness: 8.8 mm

• Weight: 613 grams

Connectivity:
Wi Fi:
Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n)
Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR technology

Wi-Fi +  3G GSM:
(UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA (850, 900, 1900, 2100 MHz); GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz)

Wi-Fi + 3G CDMA:
CDMA EV-DO Rev. A (800, 1900 MHz)

Battery:

• Up to 10 hours of web browsing on Wi-Fi, video watching, or listening music

• Up to 9 hours of web browsing using cellular data network

• Rechargeable with a power adapter or USB to a computer.

Valve Canceled Newest CS Cross-Platform

Valve recently announced that the Counter-Strike: Global Offensive will not show the cross-platform feature (played together from different devices). Valve acts decided cancellation cross-platform is for some reason.

Previously, Valve rumored has promised cross-platform feature, which lets gamers play multiplayer on the PC or PS3 on the same server. The company revealed that the presence of cross-platform features, the PC version will not be able to get patches and updates regularly. As reported by Slashgear, Today (03/07/2012).

At first, cross-platform feature is getting good response from the fans, because players could play together via the console and PC. However, according to the technical details that revealed, it will bear a challenging proposition.

There are other issues that strengthen, the gamer on the PC will have more benefits, with using keyboard and mouse that allows faster maneuver and control action.

"This beta version proves that we want to update not only the beta version, but the game itself, given the game more often played on a PC," said Chet Faliszek from Valve.

"To do that, we need to separate the platform, so we do not paralyze other devices. So, we have removed the idea of cross-platform game that basically to make each  platform becomes stronger with not mix them," he explained.