Ubuntu comes to Smartphones

One of the most popular Linux desktop operating system distributives has been adapted for smartphones. Very soon we will see a new powerful force at the mobile market in the form of Ubuntu Mobile created by Canonical which will “perform well even on less powerful gadgets”.

In terms of architecture Ubuntu operating system reminds of Android OS. At the heart of Ubuntu Mobile is Linux kernel, but virtual machine Dalvik won’t be used. Apart from that, Canonical assures smartphones manufacturers that the system will be able to cooperate well with the existing kernels and drivers for popular systems-on-crystal, which are used in Android devices. It will help to get rid of long work on the special adaptation of a new operating system for specific processors.

Ubuntu Mobile actively uses sweeping gesture in the interface, the same gestures helps you to navigate through the system. But the developers have to admit that the platform’s weak point will be ecosystem. At the beginning the OS will be supplied with only 5 standard applications, including Facebook, Google Maps, Gmail and Spotify. The most difficult task at the initial stage will be to convince users to prefer new Ubuntu Mobile to more popular and well-known OSes like iOS, Android, or Windows Phone.

Canonical has made the main emphasis on HTML5 programs which are very easy to transfer from other platforms. And these applications can cooperate with system services of a device via special API. But Ubuntu is not limited with HTML5. For more complex applications and games that actively use smartphone’s resources Ubuntu offers the possibility of C/C++ development and full-fledged use of OpenGL. The company also points out that Ubuntu on a smartphone and on a PC isactually the same, so the app written in its own code can work on both versions of operating system with different interfaces.

Minimal system requirements for mobile Ubuntu are single-core Cortex A9 1GHz processor, 512 Mb of RAM, 4-8 Gb of built-in memory. If you connect your smartphone to a monitor your mobile device can turn into a desktop system. But the requirements for such devices are higher: quad-core Cortex A9 or Intel Atom processor, more than 1 Gb of RAM, 32 Gb of flash memory and SD cards support. The release of the first communicator that runs under Ubuntu is expected to be at the beginning of 2014. According to the announcement on the official site, the operating system will be ready for release at the end of the current year.

Author’s bio: Eugene Rudenko is a copywriter for IT companyIntellectsoft (to visit company’s site click on the). The company specializes in Android, iOS, Blackberry and WP development.

Sony Xperia U to Get New Android OS

Sony has recently launched an awesome phone in Xperia series with eye catching design and features named Sony Xperia U. Sony never fails in producing good quality build smartphones equipped with all advanced  features and specifications. Sony is arising step by step and launching developed Sony mobiles that fulfill all the needs of users. Sony Xperia U is available in mobile market since May 2012 but still this device is highly demanded by consumers.


Sony Xperia U features a 3.5 inch LED-backlit-LCD capacities touchscreen display with splendid resolution of 480 x 854 pixels. This device is equipped with a very fast technology that is mobile Bravia engine 2. Sony made this phone water resistant to avoid certain problems which generally occur due to the effects of water in phone. It packs a dual core 1GHz Dual core Cortex-A 9 mobile processor. It is also sum up with an Adreno 225 mobile graphics chip. This device consist of 512MB of RAM to run Android operating system smoothly and also have a good capacity of on board storage of 8GB which can be expanded upto 32GB.
The Xperia U has dual band Wi-Fi which is helpful for faster data connectivity, supported with a 4G LTE connectivity option. This smartphone offers 5 megapixel with auto focus and LED flash for capturing the beauty around you. It also offers 1080p HD video at 30 frames per second, by using it one can easily record full video with ultra-high definition video clarity. This device also have a front facing VGA camera for making video calls. Sony Xperia U pictures are already hitting the Internet users as well as this phone is getting a high response from customers in mobile market. Sony Xperia U price in India is Rs 13,700 which is indicated as the best buy price for this device.

Sony Xperia runs on Android v2.3 Gingerbread operating system which can be upgraded to v2.4. The device is powered with a standard Li-Ion battery of 1320mAh which can deliver talk-time up to 6 hour 36 minutes on 2G or up to 5 hour 36 minutes on 3G and also a continuous music play up to 45 hours. y. More unique feature of this phone is its durability, said that even this phone is immersed in water for 30 minutes upto a depth of 1 meter will cause no harm to this phone because of its water resistant feature. It is also equipped with scratch resistant glass which is helpful in reducing scratches on mobile.

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Scope of Dual SIM Phones in India

It's the convenience of having two phones in one. Dual SIM phones are quite popular in India and hence have one of the largest Dual SIM mobile phone markets of the world. Users get many advantages by using a phone that comes with active Dual SIM feature. The world leading brands like Samsung, Nokia and Motorola dominate this segment of the market as well. And the Dual SIM mobile prices in India can be categorized in many parts ranging from downright cheap to very pricey.

With Dual SIM, a phone becomes more versatile. Users get to use two different service providers and get the benefits of various cost reducing plans offered by each carrier. They get the opportunity to separate their work account from their home account without using a different phone. They get to save professional numbers on one SIM and personal on the other and receive separate bills for each SIM. Thus, finding it easier to keep a check on their calling activities.
These phones are also beneficial when traveling. When in another state, users can use a different SIM without having to lose their data on the previous SIM. They can simply make use of the local call rates by using a different SIM and fetch phone numbers and other important data from another SIM. They save time, effort and of course money by using different pricing plans to pay least for data usage.

The best thing about dual SIM phones is that they bring such extra value without much expenses. All the leading brands bring low-end phones as well as smartphones with Dual SIM capabilities. Samsung Samsung Galaxy Ace Duos is one of the most popular Dual SIM phones with GSM and CDMA which is an Android phone and is priced Rs.11,690. Another Android based Dual SIM smartphones are HTC Desire V which is available for Rs.20,499, Samsung Galaxy S Duos S7562 for Rs. 16,900, Micromax Canvas 2 for Rs. 10,399, Micromax Ninja 3 A57 for Rs. 4,750 and more.

Other popular Dual SIM phones in India with lesser prices include feature phones. They come with basic multimedia features like FM radio, Mp3 players, camera with video recording, simple tools, web surfing and others. Samsung Metro DUOS C3322 is a great feature phone with Dual SIM and costs only Rs. 3,150. Other similar phones are Motorola EX212 priced Rs. 3700, Nokia Asha 305 priced Rs. 4580, Nokia Asha 200 priced Rs. 4,050 and Samsung Metro DUOS C3322 for Rs. 3150.

And the low-end Dual SIM mobiles with prices lower than two grands are mostly offered by Indian brands like Micromax X291 for Rs. 1,910, Karbonn K101 for Rs. 939, Micromax X263 for Rs. 1735, Spice M-4262 for Rs. 999 and others. So, those who are looking for a phone that enables them to separate your personal and professional calls all the while reducing the data costs, they must opt for the Dual SIM mobiles.

Author Biography - This post is contributed by Mr. Sanjeev Kumar, He works with iShoppper.com - a comparison shopping site in India that helps people to to find the best prices for mobile, laptop, tablets, and much more. It's also a great destination to read mobile reviews, news, app renews et..