We take a look at Prada’s 3rd iteration of their own phone, this time powered by Android (their previous models used their own custom software). So is this phone just brawn and no brains? Or did LG finally put in something that’s not just worth looking at but also worth using? Find out on this episode of Gear65

Link: Prade Phone by LG 3.0

- Daniel

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Stories from this episode:

1. Apple’s 2011 Q1 Financial Report [TheVerge, CNN]
2. Nokia sells 1.5Billionth Series 40 device
3. Nokia sells 1 million Nokia Lumias / Microsoft paid Nokia to use Windows Phone
4. Next Generation Xbox details leaked in rumor
5. Olympus releases first Micro Four Thirds motorized zoom lens
6. Steam Mobile beta out on iOS and Android
7. Angry Birds Facebook game out soon
8. Google merging its Privacy Policy and Terms of Service
9. Twitter to begin censoring tweets and users in some countries

It’s unboxing time! There’ no other box more worthy of looking at than a Prada box, and that’s what we are unboxing off today: Prada’s phone by LG.

We take a look at Motorola’s new voice prompting Bluetooth headset and its companion MotoSpeak Android application. What makes this headset stand out from others on the market? Well, you’ll have to watch this episode to find out.

Link: Motorola HX550 Bluetooth Headset

We take a look at Sony’s first Android Honeycomb tablet with it’s unique design and features. Did they enter the Android tablet scene with a bang? That’s up to you to decide on this week’s Gear65.

Link: Sony Tablet S

- Daniel

Background Music for 65Bits is courtesy of spinningmerkaba.

Stories in this episode:

1. OLPC’s XO 3.0 tablet revealed
2. Razer’s Project Fiona gaming tablet revealed
3. Panasonic’s MySpace app for their Vierra Connect HD TVs
4. Google updates Google Maps for Android
5. Microsoft signs new patent licensing agreement with LG, covers 70% of Android devices in the US
6. Microsoft hints at October 2012 release date for Windows 8
7. Apple to hold education event next Thursday
8. Challenger stops 24-hour service at their super store in Funan

We take a look at the third generation Prada by LG phone.

Specifications

Exclusive grey and black themed interface created specially in collaboration with PRADA
NOVA high brightness display — big and bright screen at 4.3 inch and capable of displaying at 800-nit
8.5mm thin using LG’s signature Floating Mass Technology
1.0 GHz Dual-Core/Dual-Channel architecture for high speed performance
Dual-band WIFI for high-speed mobile surfing
8MP camera with 1080p video recording
Android 2.3 Gingerbread with 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich available via update.

There will be a one-day-only sale on 21 January 2012 exclusively at LG LIVE Store located at Marina Bay Sands. You would also be able to get the limited edition PRADA cradle while stocks last at the LG LIVE Store during this one-day-only sale.

LG 3.0, PRADA and LG’s latest collaboration, the third in a series of fashion smartphones, will be available for pre-order here in January 2012. The pre-order comes with a PRADA-branded accessory with the phone. Pre-Ordering will be available at all three local carriers websites from 7 January 2012. The PRADA Phone by LG 3.0 will be available at S$1,088 without contract.

The classic black smartphone features a glossy touchscreen and PRADA’s signature Saffiano pattern on the back.

Specifications

• Exclusive grey and black themed interface created specially in collaboration with PRADA
• NOVA high brightness display — big and bright screen at 4.3 inch and capable of displaying at 800-nit
• 8.5mm thin using LG’s signature Floating Mass Technology
• 1.0 GHz Dual-Core/Dual-Channel architecture for high speed performance
• Dual-band WIFI for high-speed mobile surfing
• 8MP camera with 1080p video recording
• Android 2.3 Gingerbread with 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich available via update

There will be a one-day-only sale on 21 January 2012 exclusively at LG LIVE Store located at Marina Bay Sands. You would also be able to get the limited edition PRADA cradle while stocks last at the LG LIVE Store during this one-day-only sale.

Highlights of GALAXY W (to be available in January 2012 at S$498)
· Ideal for those seeking a balance between style and performance
· Powered by a 1..4GHz dual core processor, the GALAXY W weighs just 114.7 grams
· Value- added features include Samsung’s Social Hub, Samsung Apps, Polaris™ Office, Android™ Market

Tech65 crew was invited to the January 2012 product launch of Samsung mobile products.

For today’s event(4th January 2012), Samsung Asia Pte Ltd announced the launch of the following mobile devices.

· GALAXY Tab 7.0 Plus
· GALAXY Tab 7.7
· GALAXY Nexus
· GALAXY W
· Omnia W

Tech65 crew was invited to the January 2012 product launch of Samsung mobile products. The reason we are being specific on dates is because Samsung have a lot of product range so we will have to specify this Interview is refering to which product launch.

For today’s event(4th January 2012), Samsung Asia Pte Ltd announced the launch of the following mobile devices.

· GALAXY Tab 7.0 Plus
· GALAXY Tab 7.7
· GALAXY Nexus
· GALAXY W
· Omnia W

Product specifics was not covered for this interview as we try to understand the marketing strategy for Samsung Asia Pte Ltd in Singapore as well as the expected roll-out of LTE-enabled devices for Singapore. In Singapore, 2 out 3 main carriers have rolled out LTE networks and consumers are definitely eager to use their mobile devices at higher speeds.

Sony Tablet S was launched some time ago and Tech65 managed to get our first look video with Miss Aida san from Sony Japan. The Sony Tablet S is indeed a family entertainment device which allows you to integrate different remote controls and even streaming to your television. Catch up more on our Sony Tablet S First Look Video to find out more.

Justin got a hands on with the the newest Motorola anDROID phone, the DROID RAZR. The DROID RAZR sports a dual 1.2GHz TI OMAP4430 processor, driving a 4.3-inch 960×540 qHD Super AMOLED Advanced panel. The screen is covered by a Gorilla glass, support on the back by a KEVLAR sheet for added strength. There’s 1GB RAM on board. The rear video camera does a 1080p video, while the front facing 1.3MP camera can be used for video conferencing.

The RAZR will run the Android 2.3.5 (Gingerbread) but will get the Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) upgrade when it comes out later this year. On the software side, it had something called Smart Actions. Similar to Tasks, Smart Actions lets you choose a set of rules that automatically trigger particular actions attached to those triggers. It also has new service called MOTOCast which allows you to stream and share media from your desktops/laptops into your RAZR.

Motorola RAZR First Look

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The Motorola ET1 Enterprise Tablet comes with a 1GHz dual core with 1GB RAM and 4GB Flash + 4GB microSD (expandable to 32GB), a proprietary charging port, removable hot-swappable battery. The device is built to be sturdy with Corning Gorilla Glass, 7″ 1024×600 resolution at 0.63kg, IP54 sealed, MIL-STD-810G drop test, so you’re assured for having a rugged device.

The Motorola ET1 Enterprise Tablet runs Android 2.3.4 with several security and encryption enhancements, bundled together with Motorola Mobility Services Platform (MSP) for enterprise management. It also comes with multi-user support and RhoElements framework support.

The Motorla ET1 Enterprise Tablet will be be available before the end of 2011 at a list price of USD$1,535 (bulk price available).

Additional accessories like the mag stripe reader and barcode scanners will be made available early 2012.

Link: http://www.motorola.com/Business/US-EN/Business+Product+and+Services/Tablets/…

Justin takes a first look at the HTC Rhyme featuring the new HTC Sense 3.5 running on Android Gingerbread, a phone featuring a built-in camera with an F2.2 aperture!

Link: HTC Rhyme