Epson Moverio, World's First Android Glasses

Epson Moverio BT-100, the name of these glasses. These glasses has an integrated micro projector that can display a 2D or 3D content on the QHD 960x540 pixels built-in screen. 

Not only in the smartphone or tablet, Android operating system is now also used in the glasses as well. Epson developed the glasses based on Android 2.2 or Froyo who claimed first in the world. Like what its ability?

As quoted from ITProPortal, Saturday (03/31/2012), the video projected to each eye with the same experience as watching an 80 inch screen. These glasses also have  earbuds facility for listening surround sound.

To manage the content, there is Android-based Wi Fi controller that can play content in various formats. Including MPEG-4 (AVC/H.264), MP3, and AAC. Content from websites like YouTube can also played with ease.

There is also a built in 1GB storage and can be enlarged with a memory card. Moverio was first marketed in Japan last year, but now can be purchased in the United States. The price is quite expensive, which is $ 700.

Check out the following video to see the ability of Moverio BT-100

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.