Google Releases Malware Bouncer to desist in the Android Market

Aware of the presence of Malware which at times can perch on Androd Market, Google has finally released a new service called "Bouncer" to detect potential malware in the application market.

In performing its duties, Bouncer will scan (scan) a new application, which already exist in the Market, and developers account for malware, spyware, trojans, and other malicious applications that have been known.

This service is said to have been running some time ago between the first and second half of 2011. According to Google claims the service has reduced the number of downloads of potentially dangerous applications from the Android Market about 40 percent.

Android itself, according to Google is designed to prevent Marware from doing significant damage.

"In addition to using the new services to prevent malware, we designed from scratch to make Android mobile malware can not interfere," Google wrote on its official blog Googlemobile.

"On the PC, the malware has more potential for misuse of your information. We learn from this approach, designing Android devices connected to the internet." he continued.

As previously reported, recently a threat known as "Android.Counterclank" is rumored to have tertanan to various applications in the Android Market. Symantec estimates that this malware has been installed between 1-5 million devices. Anti-virus developers have also identified several malicious applications are released at least by three publishers.

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Star 3 and Star 3 Duos, the Samsung Star Reformers

Samsung Electronics, re-announced new entry-level mobile phone, dubbed the Star 3 and Star 3 S5222 DuoS.
The plan would be present both products into the market gradually. At first kloter phone with touch screen feature phone market this will stop in Europe, Latin America, Africa, Middle East, and Southeast Asia. Then followed then to Western Asia, on the second stage.
Star 3 and Star 3 Duos minimalist look with a metal frame, with a rounded tip (rounded). Only 11.5 mm thickness, which makes both phones are very comfortable in the hand.
Both phones are also supported integrated social networking applications like Facebook and Twitter. Applications including email, which will allows users to connect directly with friends or relatives anywhere, anytime.
For the screen, this phone comes with a QVGA touch screen measuring 3 inches. 3.2MP camera class. Fun, both of these phones have WiFi connectivity 802.11 dibenami tool, which offers access speeds in browsing and downloading content.
In both these phones feature similar recorded. It's just that, armed with frill 'Duos', 3 Duos Samsung Star comes with the completeness of the GSM dual SIM card slots (dual on). Armed with this feature users can maximize flexibility in communicating.
"We are very pleased to present Star 3 and Star 3 Duos, an improved version of Samsung Star-selling model. Through this latest Star 3, Samsung will continue to offer social networking experience," said JK Shin, President of IT & Mobile Communications Division of Samsung Electronics.

Specifications:
Networks: EDGE 850/900/1800/1900; Screen: 3.0 "QVGA TFT LCD Camera: 3.2 MP Fixed Focus; Video Codec: MPEG4, H.263; Play: QVGA @ 25fps (MPEG4) Recording: QCIF @ 15fps Audio ; codecs: MP3/AAC/AAC + / eAAC + / WMA; Music Player with SoundAlive: 3.5mm Ear Jack, Stereo FM Radio with RDS; Value-added Features: Samsung TouchWiz Lite / WAP 2.0 (NetFront 4.2), Samsung Kies, Samsung ChatON mobile communication service; Enhanced Social Networking, IM: ChatON, MSN, Yahoo, Google Talk, Facebook Chat, SNS: Facebook, Twitter, EAS Push Email, WDS easy email setup; Opera mini-browser Dual SIM (* Available for Star 3 Duos only); connectivity: Bluetooth ® technology v 3.0, Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g / n; Memory: 20MB user memory, microSD (up to 16GB) Size: 58 x 102 x 11.5 mm, 95 g; Battery: Li- ion 1000 mAh.

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Nokia launches Solution Lumia 800 Battery Problems

At the end of last year found the problem on Nokia batteries Lumia 800, which is mentioned wasteful because of bugs in the software. And at that part of Nokia promised to provide the solution as early as 2012.

Nokia is now proving its commitment by announcing the availability of software fixes for the problem. Software update has 1600.2483.8106.11500 version, which is claimed not merely to bring improvements to battery problems but also offers enhanced Wi-Fi connectivity.

As is known, no battery problems plagued all Lumia 800, only part of it. Later Nokia will send notification to the device its 800-Lumia,

by informing the availability of software updates.

There is a blogger trying to update software Nokia Lumia 800 with the latest version of the software above. However, he says the results are not too encouraging.

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HTC Announces the First Quad-core Smartphone On February 26th?

Smart phones aka smartphones is growing rapidly. Not only in terms of features and design but also of technology hardware (hardware). Not too many phones berfasilitaskan CPU dual-core processors, are now beginning to circulate discourse going quad-core smartphone.

One of them comes from HTC, which is rumored to be held a ceremony on 26 February. And, rumored to be on that date that the Taiwanese manufacturer will introduce its first mobile phone-based quad-core CPU. When it does happen then the HTC took the unusual policy of considering his new product announcements before the event Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2012 begins.

Rumors earlier mention of HTC Edge, staying digadang have quad-core processors, with a 720p display. When properly HTC held a separate ceremony before then most likely HTC's MWC already can not wait to share with the audience of mobile technology.

Or, at least think HTC would make it more personal exhibitions in stealing the focus of attention, given at the MWC event will be a lot of other vendors that will introduce a new line. That is still a prediction. For the truth we wait for the development of info.

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iPhone Officially Coming Soon 4S in Indonesia

After a long wait, finally the iPhone 4S officially ready to greet fans in the ground water. Apple's latest smartphone release schedule has been announced by Vodacom, which will be Apple's official partner in Indonesia.

According to the information we get from the site Telkomsel, which introduced the iPhone 4S first time since October 2011, will officially marketed in Indonesia starting next January 27, 2012.

How much a set price for the iPhone 4S, unfortunately has not been revealed by the operator by subscribers more than 100 million people. But certainly, the price of Apple's latest smartphone will be revealed at its official introduction later on January 27. We'll wait

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Nokia hinted Will Introduce The tablet at MWC 2012

Nokia seems more serious to go into business for tablet computers. Through an interview conducted in Techradar sources at CES 2012, Nokia through its CEO, Stephen Elop hinted the presence of tablet creations.

Until now Nokia does not enter into the competitive landscape of the tablet PC, but due to the tablet market continues to grow, the Finnish vendor seemed to not want to lose its portion in this business.

Typical interface from Microsoft is rumored to Windows 8 is often mentioned during the interview.
Elop also said that Nokia is accessing opportunities in the market to take a different angle than the current tablet.

When the tablet made ​​by Nokia it would reveal unknown. However, sources in the Techradar hinted that Nokia will reveal it at Mobile World Congress next month. Really? We'll wait

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Indosat Holds Workshop on Improving Science & Math Teachers

Gave birth to the younger generation, especially students who are intelligent and qualified, is inseparable from the system of teacher education and teacher quality. Recognizing this, Indosat return to continue its commitment to contribute to improving the quality of science and mathematics teachers through Competency Enhancement Programme Science and Mathematics Teachers who have entered the year-to-5, which is characterized by the arrangements for the Workshop on Improving Science Teachers (Physics, Chemistry and Biology) se -West Sumatra province. Workshop held on 10-13 January 2012 in Padang, West Sumatra, followed by 100 teachers from various high school (High School) and MAN (Madrasah Aliyah Affairs) from various regions and cities in West Sumatra.
Teacher Competency Enhancement Programme Science and Mathematics as part of the program INDONESIA LEARNING, namely Indosat CSR program that focuses on education, organized by Indosat in cooperation with three leading universities in West Sumatra, among others, the University of Andalas, Bung Hatta University of Padang State University as a provider of teaching staff and laboratory facilities.
"Indosat realize the importance of the role of the teacher is more qualified in teaching and learning, particularly the field of Science and Mathematics as subjects that are considered difficult by students in general. This workshop is expected to enhance teachers' competence and mastery of the use of laboratory facilities, so that teaching and learning activities in This area feels more fun, interesting and easily understood by the students, "remarked Indosat Public Relations Division Head, Djarot Handoko.
The program has been running for five years received a good enough response, seen from the high number of participants who join the program. Until this year, the program has provided scholarships for 1264 teachers, 402 high schools and Madrasah Aliyah Affairs from 33 provinces in Indonesia.
Program spearheaded by Indosat since 2006 and the first time in Indonesia was specifically has improved the quality of the field of science skills for high school students / MAN in West Sumatra, which is reflected in an increasing number of students who are enrolled at State Universities. In general, the program also received appreciation and support from the Ministry of National Education, particularly the Directorate General of Secondary Education and the provincial local government / Governor of West Sumatra.
"We hope these steps can help Indosat government's efforts in improving the quality of education in Indonesia," said Djarot Handoko close the description.

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ZTE Launches Tania, Windows Mobile Phone an Affordable

ZTE re-enliven competition smartphone market with the launch of Tania, a creation that present the latest mobile phones carrying the operating system Windows Phone.

ZTE Tania, as quoted PULSAonline via TechRadar, will come with 4.3-inch capacitive touch screen plus treats class 5 MP camera with flash.

In addition to pinning the latest version of Windows Phone (Mango), ZTE Tania is also equipped with other abilities, which can serve as a Wi-Fi hotspot, something that can not even be found in the Nokia Lumia 800.

Interestingly, this smartphone also mentioned going to become Windows Phone affordable phones. In fact, the site Techradar write ZTE Tania as a super cheap phone Windows Phone. As evidence, in the UK this smartphone will likely sell for around £ 10 - £ 20 with contract.

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S Nexian Release Extreme A899 and A895 Journey Cosmo

Femenomena Android phones are booming in the global market, not least in Indonesia. No doubt many competing manufacturers scrambling cake profit in this segment, including local players such as S Nexian.
No doubt the domestic market that many 'colonized' Android smartphone arable popular vendors such as Samsung, Sony Ericsson, LG, HTC, Motorola and others. But S Nexian as a local product impressed not broken charcoal, with a enliven the Android smart phone market with some product creation. The most recent S Extreme Nexian A899 and A895 Journey Cosmo.
Slightly different from the previous Android phone Nexian S (S Nexian Magic and Maxi), for both the new smartphone operating system Android has invested v2.3 Gingerbread. Also, the screen is supported with a more spacious.
S Nexian Extreme A899This phone is powered touch screen multi-touch capacitive type, with a size of 4.0 inches (HVGA: 480x320 pixels). Grade 5 MP main camera, which is also equipped front camera (VGA) for video calling access.
Other facilities such as MP3/MP4 player, A-GPS, 3G/HSDPA connectivity as well as Wi-Fi come available. It also includes social networking service applications and the Android Market, which became one of the excellent features Android based phones. Understandably that's where many provide free applications that can be downloaded
Nexian Cosmo S A895 JourneyThis smartphone has advantages Xtreme interesting than A899, which is facilitated two SIM card slots (dual on). For the screen, even though the same carrying a capacitive touch display (HVGA), limited to a 3.5-inch dimensions.
Cosmo Journey camera sector was only 3.0 MP for prime position, plus a VGA camera on the front side. Data channel HSDPA, Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g / n, music and video player (MP3/MP4), FM Radio, Java, and some attractive games are also embedded in it.
Unfortunately, for both types of Android smartphones, as well as the processor clock speed of the 'secret alias otak'nya are not informed as clearly. But in terms of price seems to be quite competitive, where S Nexian Extreme A899 labeled at Rp 1,799,000, - while the S Nexian A895 Journey Cosmo released in the figure of Rp 1.299 million, -.
Specification A899 S Nexian ExtremeNetwork: Dualband GSM (900/1800 MHz) / 3G WCDMA 2100 MHz & Dual On; Screen: 4.0 inch, HVGA TFT Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch; OS: Android 2.3 Gingerbread; Data transfer: 3G/HSDPA, EDGE, GPRS; Camera: Dual camera (front VGA, Rear 5.0 Megapixel), Autofocus, Flash; External Memory: microSD Messaging: SMS, MMS, Email, IM Connectivity: WiFi, Bluetooth, data cable, 3.5mm audio jack; Browser: HTML, Opera Mobile Other Features: Polyphonic (MP3), Audio / video player, FM radio, A-GPS, Google Maps, Gmail, Facebook, Android Market, Calendar, calculator, alarm; Battery: Lithium ion
Specification A895 S Nexian Cosmo JourneyNetwork: Dual GSM (900/1800 MHz), WCDMA 2100 MHz & Dual On; Screen: HVGA capacitive HVGA Touchscreen 3.5 Camera: Dual 3.0 MP camera with Autofocus & VGA; Memory: Support microSD card; Data Transfer: HSDPA, WCDMA, EDGE, GPRS Connection: Bluetooth v2.1, Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g / n, a data cable; OS: Android v2.3 (Gingerbread) Other Features: Polyphonic (MP3), MP3/MP4 player, FM Radio, Audio / Video player, Java, Games, Handsfree, Facebook, Twitter, Yahoo Messenger, Nexian Messenger, MSN, eBuddy, Warranty 12 months; Language: Indonesia - English; Battery: Standard Lithium Ion

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Smartphone users Jumped, IOS and the Android Market Share Crush BlackBerry

Increasingly dominate the smartphone market even ready to shift their wireless phone features. In fact more than half of users are aged between 18-44 years old now have a smartphone.According to the latest surver results from Nielsen reported that 45% of people who use mobile phones have smartphone. While in the past three months mentioned that 60% of people who buy the devices have been using smartphones and feature phones instead.In the presence of such a popular smartphones rather than feature phones, IOS and Android is a mobile platform to successfully perform its role in the market.

Android continues to experience an increase in the market, as well as with the iPhone. From the latest data to Nielsen research, as reported by blog.nielsen reported that the presence of 4S iPhone has a huge impact on the proportion of smartphone owners who choose the Apple iPhone (as his smartphone).According to the survey, the mention of the users who buy a new device in the last three months, as much as 44.5% of those surveyed said that they chose the iPhone. While 57% of new iPhone owners say that they already have an iPhone 4S.Google's operating system also continued to dominate among all smartphone users. A total of 46.3% of smartphone owners surveyed in Q4 2011 and reported that they have a phone with the Android mobile platform.Unlike the two rivals, RIM, reportedly continued to experience market share decline trend. Had started the year with 23% market share, BlackBerry slid to number 19.7% in August, and continued to decline to 16.6% in November.BlackBerry market share decline trend also occurred until now. According to the Nielsen survey results are presented The Verge reported that the BlackBerry's market share is now entrenched in the figure 14.9%, and only 6% of recent buyers using this platform.What about Windows Phone 7? According to the report mentioned that the mobile platform from Microsoft is not experiencing growth in the current buyer's newest smartphone.Although the IOS and Android competitors are doing our best to be able to compete in the smartphone market, but on one side of the popularity of the Apple operating system and Google increasingly flying. No wonder if the source at The Verge writing 'means the IOS and Android smartphones'. Agree?

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