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Galaxy Tab 10.1 injunction http://snapvoip.blogspot.com/ The Düsseldorf Regional Court has upheld the preliminary injunction against the Galaxy Tab 10.1 based on Apple's claims of infringement of a Community design IP rights held by Apple. Even this ruling of the injunction is limited to Galaxy Tab 10.1 sales in Germany and the German subsidiary is barred from selling across the border. So the Apple vs Samsung continues in a new gait.
The same court had granted Apple a EU-wide injunction on August 9, except for the Netherlands and then suspended that injunction on Galaxy Tab and limited the scope to ermany. Today the court affirmed the decision to upheld. Again FOSS Patents has written up a nice coverage of the decision and how it will affect other Apple cases like the injunction Apple is seeking in California. Also there are possible steps that Samsung could take to remedy the current situation like taking the case to a higher court in Germany like Oberlandesgericht Düsseldorf (Higher Regional Court) and try to seek a fast way out of the injunction. Via FOSS Patents
Now webwereld site finds that Apple submitted a wrong image of Samsung Galaxy S phone, comparing it to iPhone 3G. Both the phones were depicted as similar, but in actuality, Samsung Galaxy S is about 6% larger than the iPhone 3G, Which I just discarded (broken after 3 years).
Apple should have have gone straight if it has real grievances but this sneaky tactics, makes me stay away from all your iPhones.
Steve Jobs Stabs Samsung Again http://snapvoip.blogspot.com/
Despite the setback Apple received in German court (EU) Samsung Galaxy Tab injunction, Steve Jobs is asking the Dutch court to order Samsung to recall all Galaxy Tablets back from retailers at Samsung's expense. I like to know how Samsung reacts this time.
Now famous Dutch News portal, Webwereld (Webworld) is reporting that Apple has requested that all Galaxy Tab 10.1's to be shipped back to the Netherlands, immediately. Apple also wants Samsung to tell retailers that if they don't return the stock they could be liable for infringing the same patents Apple is suing Samsung for, no matter that Apple altered the images submitted to German court. I wonder what images Apple submitted to the Dutch court.
Web Wereld
Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 Injunction http://snapvoip.blogspot.com/
When we first reported about the Apple's claim that Samsung Galaxy Tab and iPad looked alike, we jokingly said that at least Samsung's was longer that Steve Jobs one. But it seems Apple has tried to make Samsung Tab smaller and shorter than actual in the papers presented to the court. In our view, Apple iPad is short and fat while Samsung Galaxy Tab is tall and slim. But we are not lawyers, to them it might look similar. I hope the courts in EU have people with better eyesight.
Today the Webwereld (Webworld, translated) published that the suspension of the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 has been lifted everywhere in Europe but Germany. Hooray!
It is good that at least the lift will remain effective till the hearing on August 25th. I guess now this ad about Samsung Tab can run again!
FOSS Patents also have a article covering the subject and Florian writes about real legal issues and it seems that Apple might get turned into Juice over there.. I truly wish Apple's stupid case get thrown out of the court(s) and world continue as it should be.
If these are look alike, At lease Samsung has a longer one than Steve Jobs.
Samsung Reacts To EU Injunction http://snapvoip.blogspot.com/
Finally Samsung has responded to Samsung Galaxy Tab Injunction in EU. I think it is time IBM sue Apple for look like (not alike) PC.
May be time to ship Galaxy Tab to Eastern Europe, Turkey :)
“Samsung is disappointed with the court’s decision and we intend to act immediately to defend our intellectual property rights through the ongoing legal proceedings in Germany and will continue to actively defend these rights throughout the world.
The request for injunction was filed with no notice to Samsung, and the order was issued without any hearing or presentation of evidence from Samsung.
We will take all necessary measures to ensure Samsung’s innovative mobile communications devices are available to customers in Europe and around the world.
This decision by the court in Germany in no way influences other legal proceedings filed with the courts in Europe and elsewhere.”
Samsung Galaxy Tab Ad http://snapvoip.blogspot.com/
While following up with Samsung Galaxy Tab being blocked in EU and subsequent information about Motorola and Jay-Tech being sued as well, revealed this ad that will not run for a while or in worst case, not at all.
I wonder if I can sell Motorola XOOM, Samsung Galaxy Tab to EU from USA? HA!
Bremerhaven City
The Samsung TouchWiz UX is specifically designed to work with Android™ Honeycomb 3.1 to optimize the large screen tablet user experience and Samsung will pushing it out to registered users with an account on the Samsung system. Once registered, customers will be notified when the update is available for their device and will be prompted to follow simple directions to complete the process. Users can set up a Samsung account on their Galaxy Tab 10.1 by logging onto the Samsung site.
The update residing on Android 3.1 is bringing in a whole slew of features and updated to those who decided to go with the Samsung version of Android Tablet.
You can read about all the enhancements in the following press release;
Samsung Mobile Announces Availability of Major Software Update for Award-Winning Samsung Galaxy Tab™ 10.1 WiFi Edition
New software includes TouchWiz® UX user interface with fully customizable widgets and mini applications for multi-tasking, redesigned Samsung Media Hub service, Enterprise mobile solutions and Samsung Kies 2.0 support for PC & Mac
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung Mobile), the No. 1 mobile phone provider in the U.S.1, announced the Samsung Galaxy Tab™ 10.1 WiFi software update including Samsung's TouchWiz® UX user interface, Adobe Flash Player 10.3 and the redesigned Samsung Media Hub service, will begin rolling out over the air to all Galaxy Tab 10.1 owners beginning Friday, August 5.
The Galaxy Tab 10.1 software update is scheduled to include the following features and services:
Samsung TouchWiz® User Interface:
The Samsung TouchWiz UX is specifically designed to work with Android™ Honeycomb 3.1 to optimize the large screen tablet user experience. The TouchWiz UX delivers superior multi-tasking and customization for an enhanced visual, fluid and intuitive mobile computing experience. TouchWiz UX features are scheduled to include:
* Live Panel: Magazine-like widget view for immediate access to weather, social updates, email, news, photo gallery, all on the home screen. The visual layout of Live Panel is completely customizable for one-touch entry into each user's most important information. * Mini Mode Tray: One-touch access to commonly used applications-Task Manager, Calendar, World Clock, Pen Memo, Calculator, Music-which overlay in a pop-up window on display screen for powerful multi-tasking. * Clipboard: Advanced copy & paste functionality allows Galaxy Tab 10.1 users to store photos, Web pages, YouTube links, etc., on the clipboard for easy sharing via email and social network sites. * Indicator Quick Panel: Quickly toggle on/off Wi-Fi, notifications, sound, brightness and settings in lower right hand corner of the Galaxy Tab 10.1 display. * Photo Editor: Rotate, crop and adjust colors on high quality digital images
Samsung Media Hub:
The Galaxy Tab 10.1 software update will introduce the evolution of Samsung's popular movie and next day TV content service, known as Media Hub. Media Hub has been redesigned with a new user interface and optimized video content for the 10.1" display for even easier downloads and higher quality viewing experience of rented or purchased content. Media Hub features thousands of new release and top-grossing titles from major Hollywood studios and leading television networks, including NBC Universal, Paramount, MTV, Warner Bros. , CBS and FOX. The new version also features Media Hub Show, which allows the user to playback Media Hub content on a TV through an HDMI cable from the Galaxy Tab 10.1 dock or adaptor. Users can register up to five devices under one account to access owned content across multiple devices without repurchase. Alternate premium video options include Android Movies, which is available to download from the Android Market.
Social Hub:
The software upgrade will also include Samsung's Social Hub service, which aggregates email, instant messaging, contacts, calendar and social network connections into an integrated experience.
Apps Preloaded:
The Galaxy Tab 10.1 software update includes preloaded applications, scheduled to include:
* Amazon Music Cloud Player: Upload your music in the cloud and access it from any device * Amazon Kindle: Get access to about a million Kindle books * Words with Friends: Face off against friends near and far with one of the most popular social games from Zynga
Enterprise Solutions and Services:
* Full support for Exchange ActiveSync version 14 * On device encryption * Cisco VPN (Virtual Private Network) * Sybase MDM (Mobile Device Management) * Cisco WebEx mobile conference solution for meetings on the go
Samsung Kies 2.0:
Galaxy Tab 10.1 users will also gain greater file sharing capabilities through Samsung Kies 2.0 with support for both PC and Macs. Samsung Kies 2.0 includes the following user benefits:
* Better device management: PIMS and multimedia data sync, firmware upgrades with file backup and wireless connectivity via WiFi and Bluetooth * Powerful multimedia support: Integrated library for storing mass data and complex content files * Faster performance: quick and seamless installation of Samsung Kies 2.0 delivers immediate access to file transfer process
Swype:
This enhanced, tablet-optimized typing application includes features such as ability to re-size the keyboard, move the virtual keyboard anywhere on the screen and of course, type faster by swyping.
Mobile Printing:
Print documents and pictures wirelessly from the Galaxy Tab 10.1 to any compatible printer.
Galaxy Tab 10.1 WiFi Software Update Assistance:
In order to receive the update, users need to set up a Samsung account on their Galaxy Tab 10.1 by logging onto the following URL:
Once registered, customers will be notified when the update is available for their device and will be prompted to follow simple directions to complete the process.
For help with receiving and adding the latest software updates to Samsung mobile devices, users should check out the step-by-step instructions at http://ars.samsung.com/customer/usa/jsp/faqs/faqs_view_us.jsp?SITE_ID=22&PG_ID=2&PROD_SUB_ID=2076&PROD_ID=0&AT_ID=375497 or visit Samsung Support at http://www.samsung.com/us/support/
1 Number one mobile phone provider in the U.S. claim for Samsung Mobile based upon reported shipment data, according to Strategy Analytics, Q1 2011 U.S. Market Share Handset Shipments Reports.
Samsung Galaxy S2 tablet Samsung Posts A Very Successful 2010! http://snapvoip.blogspot.com/
Samsung seem to be doing stuff right and when It said to Korean Audience that it is ready to take Apple head on, they must have known that the sold more than 2 Million Samsung Galaxy S tablets in Q4 2010 (Apple sold 7.33 Million iPads :). Samsung increased its net sales over all its businesses by 7% over last year in Q4 2010, and drove them up 13% for the entire year of 2010 over 2009. Profits were up 13% in Q4 over the previous year, and 65% for all of 2010 over 2009.
Now there is a new rumor that Samsung will make The Galaxy S tablet sweeter with what seem to be named Samsung Galaxy S2, a 10' tablet at the Mobile World Congress. That is taking Apple head on with it's iPad 2. In addition I am sure Samsung is looking in to getting the current 7" tablet into high gear with faster processor and Android 3.0, Honeycomb, made specially for Tablets. By getting in to the market earlier, Samsung might get some of the Apple iPad customers waiting for Apple iPad 2.
Following is the Samsung Press Release;
SEOUL, Korea – January 28, 2011 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced revenues of 41.87 trillion Korean won on a consolidated basis for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2010, a 7-percent increase year-on-year. For the quarter, the company posted consolidated net income of 3.42 trillion won, a 13-percent increase year-on-year. Consolidated operating profit for the quarter was 3.01 trillion won.
In its earnings guidance disclosed on January 7, Samsung estimated fourth-quarter consolidated revenues would reach approximately 41 trillion won with an operating profit of 3 trillion won.
The fourth quarter results brought Samsung’s full year 2010 revenue to an all-time high of 154.63 trillion won, up 13-percent from last year. Net income reached a record high of 16.15 trillion won, up 65 percent compared with the previous year, while operating profit was 17.30 trillion won, also a record.
Samsung’s performance in the fourth quarter continued to be driven by memory semiconductors and strong sales of its cutting-edge smartphones. On a quarter-on-quarter basis, however, profit margins decreased primarily due to weakening pricing for memory semiconductors and LCD panels, as well as price competition in the TV market.
“Despite the difficult business environment including reduced IT demand caused by the economic slowdown, we achieved record-high results both in terms of sales and operating profit in 2010,” said Robert Yi, Vice President and Head of Samsung Electronics’ Investor Relations Team. “However, considering overall business conditions, unlike 2010, we expect the traditional earnings pattern of a weak first half, with a strong second half to return in 2011.”
Samsung expected price competition to intensify in the consumer electronics, IT and mobile device markets in 2011, while major components prices are also forecast to decline. To offset pressures stemming from adverse market conditions, Samsung will focus on the cost competitiveness of its memory semiconductor portfolio, reducing marketing expenses and increasing shipments of high-end smartphones and tablet devices.
Samsung said the forecast continued appreciation of the Korean won during 2011 could have a negative impact on earnings, but the company’s diversified foreign exchange mix would limit the effect of movements in particular currencies.
Capex to Reach 23 Trillion Won in 2011
Capital expenditure on a consolidated basis reached 21.6 trillion won for the entire year of 2010, including 12.7 trillion won for the Semiconductor Business and 4.6 trillion won for the LCD Business.
In 2011, Capex is expected to reach 23 trillion won. As was announced in early January, 10.3 trillion won will be invested in the Semiconductor Business, including 5.8 trillion in memory and 4.2 in system LSI. A further 4.1 trillion won is allocated for the LCD Business, as well as 5.4 trillion won for subsidiary Samsung Mobile Display.
Premium Memory Makes a Difference
Samsung’s Semiconductor Business recorded a consolidated basis operating profit of 1.80 trillion won in the fourth quarter. Revenue reached 9.25 trillion won, a 16-percent increase year-on-year. For the full year 2010, the Semiconductor Business registered 10.11 trillion won in operating profit on revenue of 37.64 trillion won, a record-high.
Despite a weakening market trend, Samsung secured profitability by increasing the portion of high-margin products such as server and mobile DRAM, as well as by strengthening its market position with increased production of 40nm-class processes and below.
While the global DRAM market suffered from falling prices and weakening PC DRAM demand, NAND chips did well with help from surging demand for smartphones and tablet PCs. Samsung’s market differentiation strategy in the NAND sector was to expand production of 30nm-class processes and below.
The DRAM market is forecast to improve in the second half of the year driven by growth in PC replacement demand from businesses. Samsung will continue to focus on energy-efficient green memory solutions for servers and enhancing technology leadership to maintain the profit margin of the Semiconductor Business.
LCD Looks to Second Half for Rebound
The LCD Business recorded an operating profit of 0.10 trillion won on revenue of 7.20 trillion won in the fourth-quarter, down 1 percent from a year ago as increasing shipments could not offset price falls. For fiscal year 2010, Samsung’s LCD Business posted 1.99 trillion won in operating profit with 29.92 trillion won in revenue.
Overall unit sales for the period increased more than 10 percent quarter-on-quarter. While shipments for IT panels climbed supported by demand for tablet PCs, the fall in demand for TV panels was compounded by a buildup of inventory in the TV set market.
Average industry sales prices retreated across all segments in the fourth quarter. The average price for TV panels dropped 12 percent, with prices for monitor panels dipping 5 percent and notebook PC panels falling 3 percent.
Samsung forecasted LCD panel prices will remain low in the first quarter of 2011 due to supply outpacing demand. However, the company anticipated incremental demand increases in the second half led by the economic recovery and inventory restocking by set makers. Samsung aims to drive market growth with a new line-up of entry-level LED panels and explore the high-potential market for tablet PC panels.
Strong Smartphone Growth Powers Mobile Business
Samsung’s telecommunications businesses – Mobile Communications and Telecommunications Systems – registered a record quarterly operating profit of 1.44 trillion won for the period, up 38 percent year-on-year. Fourth quarter revenue reached 12.11 trillion won, compared with 10.17 trillion won for same period of 2009. By finishing the year strongly, Samsung achieved full year 2010 operating profit of 4.30 trillion won on sales of 41.20 trillion won for its telecommunications businesses.
Driven by strong year-end demand for the company’s flagship smartphones, Samsung’s mobile device sales reached 80.7 million units for the quarter, up 17 percent year-on-year. This brought total sales for the year to 280 million units, registering growth of 23 percent and outperforming the overall market.
Following its introduction in June, Samsung’s flagship Galaxy S smartphone has achieved worldwide sales of 10 million units, while the Galaxy Tab – an Android-powered tablet device – attracted strong year-end demand. In emerging markets, Samsung’s diverse product mix of mass-market smartphones and touch-screen feature phones also registered solid sales growth.
While mobile device sales are expected to contract slightly in the first quarter of 2011 due to weak seasonal demand, Samsung forecast high single-digit sales growth for the year overall, driven by the fast-expanding smartphone and tablet segments. Samsung announced it will introduce the successor to its Galaxy S smartphone during the first half of 2011, featuring a dual-core processor and Super AMOLED Plus display to further enrich user experience. With its growing lineup, the company is targeting smartphone sales of 60 million units for the year, double that of 2010. In the tablet market, Samsung will complement its Galaxy Tab with a range of devices to optimally meet various user needs.
The Telecommunication Systems Business continues to strengthen its leadership in Mobile WiMAX and explore new business opportunities in Long-Term Evolution networks, cementing Samsung’s position as a total solution provider offering both infrastructure and devices.
Demand for LED TV to Get Stronger
Samsung’s Digital Media businesses, which encompass Visual Display, Digital Appliances, IT Solutions, and Digital Imaging, posted quarterly revenues of 15.97 trillion won for the October to December period, up 3 percent year-on-year. The businesses registered a loss of 0.17 trillion won despite improved performance in TV and IT products. For the full year 2010, the Digital Media businesses’ combined revenue totaled 57.26 trillion, up 12 percent from 2009, with an operating profit of 0.49 trillion won.
Samsung shipped 12.72 million flat panel TVs in the fourth quarter, a 40 percent jump compared with the previous quarter and a 17 percent on-year increase. LED TVs sales grew strongly during the fourth quarter as consumers in developed markets continued to adopt this new technology. Market demand for LED TVs is forecast to rise further, with the portion of LED models in the overall LCD segment expected to reach 51 percent this year.
In 2011, market demand for flat panel TVs is forecast to increase 11 percent, helped by strong emerging market sales. To enhance profitability, Samsung aims to increase sales of premium products such as LED, 3D and Smart TVs. It will also market region-specific models along with low-cost models in emerging markets.
In order to allow more consumers to enjoy 3D TV, Samsung will expand its 3D TV line-up beyond the premium segment, while offering improved picture quality and 3D glasses technology. Samsung’s Smart TVs will get smarter this year by adding various new video and search features, and expanding its portfolio of TV apps from the current 400 to 1,000 by the end of 2011.
Sales revenue of the Digital Appliances Business climbed 16 percent year-on-year due to robust sales in developed markets and some emerging markets, such as Russia. Sales are expected to continue to expand in 2011 with the launch of differentiated products, while the business will expand and improve its overseas operations.
#HTC #Flyer http://snapvoip.blogspot.com/
The HTC Flyer, being 7 inches, with screen resolution of 1024 x 600 pixels, which is the same size and resolution that of Samsung Galaxy Tab. The tablet is said to be powered by Android 2.3 by some sources and Android 3.0 by others. We hope it is Android 3.0, Honeycomb, 'cos it is built for tablets!.
Tablet will have HSPA fro communication allowing up to 14.4 Mbps downloads / 5.76 Mbps upload provided you have the right carrier.
The Qualcomm Snapdragon MSM8255, the same powering the HTC Desire HD, I would have proffered, something like Nvidia Tegra 2.
The tablet is said to be having enhanced HTC Sense, providing more of a desktop feel. It also comes with dual cameras providing video calling capabilities.
The rear facing camera has a led flash and facial recognition capabilities. I thought Facial recognition would be better with front facing camera, so on could authenticate oneself with the camera! :)
There is also talks of a 10 inch tablet from HTC but we are still waiting for the information on that.
Via Amobil
#Vydio And #VidyoConferencing http://snapvoip.blogspot.com/
LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Vidyo®, Inc., will demonstrate tonight, at CES Showstoppers, its HD multipoint video conferencing over the Internet, connecting consumer devices including laptops, an iPad, iPhone 4, Samsung Galaxy Tab and the new Google Nexus S running “Gingerbread” with enterprise room systems, enabling users to visually connect with friends, families and business colleagues from home, the office or wherever life takes them. VidyoConferencing™ is an HD multi-point solution available today that extends work productivity tools into the home, leveraging popular consumer devices that users already own and use with their residential and wireless broadband connections, without requiring costly purpose-built devices or networks.
“Vidyo’s solution has been used for over two years to connect business colleagues and customers via HD video conferences over cable modems and DSL from homes, offices, airports and cafes,” said Ofer Shapiro, co-founder and CEO of Vidyo. “Today Vidyo’s users are also connecting their PCs and Macs to TVs in their living rooms and kitchens to gather the family and interact with multiple friends and relatives around the world in an HD, highly reliable personal telepresence experience. We’re at the beginning of an exciting new era of joining smart phones and tablets with these desktop and room system-based experiences, and Vidyo’s unique architecture makes this possible today. Vidyo’s solution on mobile devices is currently being piloted by a telecom carrier in Europe and we believe these services will be broadly available to consumers around the world in 2011.”
Vidyo’s patented architecture offers the highest quality video via less than perfect networks when connecting to remote areas, or internationally, into areas with limited bandwidth like India or China. Click here (link did not have a embeddable video one below is from Youtube) to see a demonstration of Vidyo versus a competitor over the Internet with packet loss.
Vidyo’s unique VidyoRouter architecture is the first in a new generation of software solutions that leverages H.264 Scalable Video Coding (SVC) and eliminates the Multipoint Control Unit (MCU), enabling natural, high quality video to work over the Internet, 3G, 4G and WiFi networks at a fraction of the cost of MCU-based solutions. The company’s solution is software-based, and adapts easily to virtually any hardware platform and operating system. This combination of performance, flexibility and price has led partners, including telecom carriers, conferencing service providers and OEMs to deliver new service offerings that weren’t previously possible. Vidyo spans a full range of applications, from the VidyoDesktop™ with personal telepresence capabilities on a PC or a Mac to the VidyoRoom™ that encodes and decodes HD-quality video at up to 1080p and 60 frames per second. Software Development Kits (SDKs) are available today for mobile devices running Android, iOS, and Meego operating systems.
Vidyo’s solution was recently the recipient of the Wall Street Journal’s 2010 Technology Innovation Award, nudging out other formidable nominees to win the top honor in the publication’s “Network/Internet Technologies/Broadband” category. Vidyo technology is licensed by HP, Hitachi, Teliris, ShoreTel and others and Vidyo is available today in a pilot mobile service from Elisa Corporation on the Samsung Galaxy Tablet.
More information from Vydio
Tablets Like #iPad, #Samsung Galaxy Tab and others Will Eat Into PC Sales http://snapvoip.blogspot.com/
World is continuing to increase Personal computers usage in the coming year, like past years. Gartner says the new tablets will take a bite out of these forecast PC sales of 409 million units in 2011. This increase marks a 15.9 % increase from 2010.
With shrinking purses, US and Western European customers are postponing new PC purchases but fears that some may altogether forgo PCs and hug Madia Tablets. Gartner thinks closer to 10% of PC sales will be absorbed by Tablets.
Following is the press release by Garner;
While Gartner does not regard the current dynamics in the PC market quite yet as an inflexion point, analysts do see many disruptive forces coming together that will weaken the market moving forward.
“PC market growth will be impacted by devices that enable better on-the-go content consumption such as media tablets and next-generation smartphones,” saidRaphael Vasquez, research analyst at Gartner. “These devices will be increasing embraced as complements if not substitutes for PCs where voice and light data consumption are desired. It is likely that desk-based PCs will be adversely impacted over the long-term by the adoption of hosted virtual desktops, which can readily use other devices like thin clients.”
“PCs are still seen as necessities, but the PC industry's inability to significantly innovate and its overreliance on a business model predicated on driving volume through price declines are finally impacting the industry's ability to induce new replacement cycles,”said George Shiffler, research director at Gartner. “As the PC market slows, vendors that differentiate themselves through services and technology innovation rather than unit volume and price will dictate the future. Even then, leading vendors will be challenged to keep PCs from losing the device ‘limelight’ to more innovative products that offer better dedicated compute capabilities.”
In the near term, many consumers and businesses will continue to refrain from buying PCs, as they collectively rebuild their finances in the face of slower income growth, weaker employment gains and a cloudy economic outlook. Over the longer-term, users are likely to slow PC replacements and extend PC lifetimes as they turn to other devices as their primary computing platform.
Gartner analysts said there are five dynamics that are challenging the PC industry:
Emerging Markets Continue to Drive GrowthWhile we expect a continued upside in our emerging market forecast, leading to emerging markets gaining more than 50 percent of the total worldwide PC market by the end of 2011, mature markets will face mounting challenges.Furthermore, in emerging markets, there is good chance that consumers will simply leap frog PCs and move directly to alternative devices in the coming years rather than following the traditional pattern of purchasing a PC as their first computing device.
Consumer Wallet Continues to ShrinkHome mobile PCs have suffered the steepest downgrade with shipments in mature markets expected to be significantly weaker. Consumers in the U.S. and Western Europe continue to postpone purchases in the face of financial and economic uncertainty. However, Gartner said that the bigger issue for PCs in the home market is consumers temporarily, if not permanently, forgoing PC purchases in favor of media tablets.
Challenge of Emerging DevicesMedia tablet capabilities are expected to become more PC-like in the coming years, luring consumers away from PCs and displacing a significant volume of PC shipments, especially mini-notebooks. Media tablets are rapidly finding favor with PC buyers who are attracted to their more-dedicated entertainment-driven features and their instant-on capability.
Extended Life Cycle ImpactThe ascent of emerging devices will have an important indirect impact on PCs – the extension of average PC lifecycles. The effect of this ascent will be to spread traditional PC functionality over a variety of complementary devices. As this happens, analysts foresee users extending the lifetimes of PCs because there will be less need to replace them as often.
Uptake of Thin ClientsHosted virtual desktops (HVDs) are not expected to earnestly impact mature professional markets until 2012, at the earliest. Longer term, users that adopt HVDs to access their compute capabilities will do so predominantly by using refurbished PCs and thin clients. These alternative devices will displace new PC units, thereby reducing expected future desk-based shipment growth.
More information is available in the report “Forecast Alert: Worldwide PC Forecast Downgraded as PC Market Hit by Disruptive Forces”, which can be found on Gartner’s website athttp://www.gartner.com/resId=1476414.
#Samsung #Galaxy Tab, Reasons Not To Get, Carrier Prices. http://snapvoip.blogspot.com/
After waiting for a long time, I have decided not to get the Samsung Galaxy Tab, for various reasons (most important being the price), this comparison might help you in deciding. For me it is simply the price, if I am to pay $600, I might as well get a full blown WiFi iPad and not worry about contracts.
Galaxy Tab does not have a WiFi only version as of now and carriers are bundling data plans with it, with the lowest starting at $15 for 250MB on AT&T (just like the iPad plans), to $25 for 200MB on T-Mobile. Looks like the Verizon's $20-plan, which gives 1GB, the best plan.
You can compare Samsung Galaxy Tab Prices at PCWORLD
#Samsung #GalaxyTab, Sprint Version http://snapvoip.blogspot.com/
BGR has got a tip that Sprint Version of Samsung Galaxy Tab will be on the shelves, by November 14th, being one of the first US carriers to carry Galaxy Tab. Japan is also getting their version, NTT Docomo Galaxy Tab.
Considering the possible better than last years holiday season, the Galaxytab with price tags, $399 with two year contract or $599 full retail, might not stay much longer on the shelves.
I want a Galaxy Tab too but Sprint )(! BGR
#Samsung Brings #GalaxyS #GalaxyTab to Japan http://snapvoip.blogspot.com/
Samsung announced plans to launch its GALAXY S smartphone and GALAXY Tab smart media device in Japan.
The Galaxy S will be available for sale in late October and the Galaxy Tab, late November. As you know, both the devices are powered by Android 2.2. or Android Froyo.
But the bigger news is that relatively new device, Galaxy S has sold 5 Million units to date, including US, China and Korea.
So the Japanese carriers could only help the rise of the machine and I too am considering a Galaxy Tab instead of a Apple iPad. Specially after the privacy issues of iPhone and iPad Apps.
“The GALAXY S smartphone and GALAXY Tab smart media device are highly promising new products for the smartphone era. We expect our Japanese users to make full use of their high performance to experience the wonderful world of advanced mobile content and functionality via DOCOMO’s state-of-the-art mobile network." voiced Ryuji Yamada, President and CEO of NTT DOCOMO
Samsung Galaxy devices bring whole new experience unmatched by many similar devices, keeping users connected to the world with e-mail, voice and video call, SMS/MMS or social network with the Galaxy's optimized user interface.
“The GALAXY S and GALAXY Tab will deliver true value and enjoyment through immersive, integrative and intelligent consumer experiences. We are very grateful for the fantastic global response we have received for the GALAXY S and I am convinced that the Japanese market will feel the same, With the launch of the GALAXY Tab and in partnership with NTT DOCOMO, we are bringing Japanese consumers a smart media device that has generated significant excitement across the world.” said JK Shin, President and Head of Mobile Communications Business at Samsung Electronics.
Target Stores Will Carry iPads http://snapvoip.blogspot.com/
Target will be carrying the Apple's iPad line in their 1743 stores beginning October 3rd, 2010. The press release mentioned that they will have the entire iPad line, starting with 16GB Wi-Fi model starting at $499.99, the 32GB and 64GB Wi-Fi and the Wi-Fi+3G models. on their shelves.
“Target is very excited to offer the revolutionary iPad to our guests nationwide, We are committed to providing our guests with the best products and we think iPad will be at the top of our guests’ holiday shopping lists.” said Mark Schindele, senior vice president, merchandising, Target.
Even though iPad is not the first computer tablet, it holds the crown at the moment. But a slew of Android Tablets and Windows 7 based tablets are encroaching the lucrative arena. Most iPad users browse the web, read and send e-mail, enjoy and share photos, watch HD videos, listen to music or play games With iBooks, many people carry their books around as well. The battery life lasting up to 10 hours, it is the perfect carry all digital pouch for many people, who are able to pay the price.
The said competition is coming up with cheaper, better (depends on your view of better) and smaller for easy handling. Perhaps Steve Jobs will drop the price when likes of Samsung Galaxy Tab, an Android 2.2 Froyo based tablet hit the market.
Samsung Galaxy Tab mobile tablet http://snapvoip.blogspot.com/
Even though I have used Tablet PC but now they seem to be springing up everywhere, I just finished writing about a Windows7 Tablet, 2goPad SL10.
Samsung announced yesterday, the upcoming availability of the Galaxy Tab™ in the U.S with AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile and Verizon Wireless. The first mobile tablet from Samsung has acquired many of the powerful characteristics of the Samsung Galaxy S smart phone lineup.
On the hardware front, Galaxy Tab is powered by 1GHz Hummingbird Application processor supporting 3D graphics and smooth Web browsing on it's 7-inch enhanced TFT display screen. The front and rear-facing cameras for video chat while on-the-go and to take regular photos.
The Galaxy Tab runs Android 2.2™ FROYO, includsg full support for Adobe® Flash® Player 10.1. Just like the Galaxy S smart phones, the Galaxy Tab includes Samsung's Social Hub application and the new Media Hub content service, offering a robust collection of premium movies and TV episodes from some of the biggest entertainment companies.
“We’re looking forward to expanding our computing device portfolio and giving our AT&T customers more great choices with this innovative device, “By teaming with Samsung Mobile to deliver the Samsung Galaxy Tab, we’re equipping our customers with new and exciting ways to connect to the nation’s fastest mobile broadband network.” said Glenn Lurie, president of AT&T's emerging devices speaking about the product launch on AT&T network.
Other carriers will have a similar plan I guess.
“The addition of Galaxy Tab to the Galaxy product portfolio is a powerful proof point of Samsung’s commitment to bring new and innovative mobile experiences to U.S. consumers, The 7-inch display and thin, lightweight design, combined with premium content and productivity tools makes the Galaxy Tab a true mobile tablet that is as comfortable to use standing on a crowded train as it is relaxing on the couch at home. The Galaxy Tab is perfect for watching a movie, reading an e-book or catching up with your favorite TV shows or chatting with an old friend. Plus, the Tab’s design makes it completely pocketable in your pants or jacket.”were the words of Omar Khan, chief strategy officer for Samsung Mobile.
Either way, looks like I will end up with a tablet very soon. But my iPhone contract is also due to upgrade! Drop it and go all the way Android? or keep the unlimited data plan on AT&T, will see.
