The Samsung Vibrant belongs to the Galaxy S line of smartphones, an Android offering that is a great multimedia device. This mobile phone for T-Mobile users packs in the following features.

Samsung Vibrant Review Design and Quality

The Samsung Vibrant comes with a simple conventional look as seen in the Galaxy S series, with rounded sides and a slim feel. However, the device has a plastic feel to it making it look like a cheaper device. The Samsung Vibrant has a 4″ Super AMOLED touchscreen of WVGA resolution with the four familiar touch sensitive buttons below the screen: Home, Menu, Back and Search. Thankfully, unlike the Samsung Captivate, this device has better backlighting under these controls so that they are visible in poor light. A 3.5mm headset jack and microUSB port are located on the top of the phone whereas the volume rocker is on the left and power button on the right side.

Samsung Vibrant Review Display

This device can tackle about 16 million colors while using lesser power, making it look vibrant. Text looks crisp and images, games and videos are sharp, coming alive on the Samsung Vibrant touchscreen. Moreover, screen visibility outdoors during the daytime is also decent.

The touchscreen responds quickly, registers taps easily and makes the scrolling experience delightful. The accelerometer also changes the screen orientation depending on how it is held.

Samsung Vibrant Review Specifications

Measuring at 4.82″х2.54″х0.39″ and weighing 4.16 ounces, this device easily slips into the pocket. The Hummingbird processor on the Samsung Vibrant runs at 1GHz, performing operations quicker.

Samsung Vibrant Review Features

The Samsung Vibrant brings together Android 2.1 OS and Samsung’s TouchWiz 3.0, as also found on the Samsung Captivate making both interfaces quite similar. There are seven homescreens found on this device that can be populated with widgets (either those from Samsung or ones provided by Android). While shuttling between homescreens, users will find four familiar icons always at the bottom of their screen: Dialer, Contacts, Messaging and Applications.

In January, Samsung updated this device to Android 2.2 adding WiFi calls, faster speed and a new camera interface. More apps have also been added. However, this upgrade does not happen over the air but only through the Samsung Kies Mini software, when the device is connected to a computer.

The Samsung Vibrant is able to handle a lot of media content. This device comes loaded with Cameron’s epic Avatar, a visual treat for customers. Youtube videos or the subscription based MobiTV can also be accessed on this device.

Samsung Vibrant Review Camera

The Samsung Vibrant has a 5MP camera lens on the back of the phone. There is no camera flash however. There is also no dedicated camera button. Photos seem to be warmer than those clicked on the Samsung Captivate.

Samsung Vibrant Review Battery

Though this device comes with a talktime of about 6.5 hours and a standby time of 450 hours, there are concerns about the battery life of the Samsung Vibrant. Due to the multimedia strain on the phone, it is advisable to keep the charger handy.

Overall, the Samsung Vibrant packs in many features and appeals to the user on many counts. With what it has to offer, users are surely not going to be disappointed.

Samsung’s Galaxy S series bring out the best combination of hardware and software that can be found on smartphones. The Samsung Captivate on AT&T is no exception, being a powerful Android mobile phone with a splendid look (living up to its name) and some great features. Here’s taking a closer look at the device:

Samsung Captivate Review Quality and Design

The Samsung Captivate has a simple look with all sides of the black slab phone having a gentle slant. Its main advantage over the iPhone 4 comes however from its 4″Super AMOLED touchscreen. A bright and colourful display on this capacitive touchscreen ensures that images and videos come alive on this smartphone. However, the iPhone screen visibility is better outdoors. The sharpness of the WVGA screen resolution (480×800 pixels) also ensures that the text looks crisp. Under the screen there are four touch sensitive controls placed right below the Samsung logo. They are Home, Menu, Back and Search. While the left side of the phone contains a volume rocker, the right side houses the power/lock key. On top there is the 3.5mm headphone jack and microUSB port and the camera lens is located on the back below which is placed the speaker. This device is slim enough to slip into the pocket easily.

Samsung Captivate Review Super AMOLED Touchscreen

The AMOLED touchscreen on the Samsung Captivate is responsive and quick, registering swipes made on the phone. The pinch-to-zoom feature works at amazing speed and even scrolling on the smartphone is made fast for customers. This device not only provides more viewing angles but also works consuming less power. Finally, the size of the screen makes web browsing a treat.

Samsung Captivate Review Specifications

Measuring at 4.78″х2.5″х0.39″ this device weighs about 4.5 ounces. Powered by the 1GHz Hummingbird processor, the Samsung Captivate has 16GB ROM and 512MB RAM, with the memory capable of being expanded upto another 32GB.

Samsung Captivate Review Features

The Samsung Captivate operates on Android 2.1 coupled with Samsung’s TouchWiz 3.0 interface. One can have upto seven homescreens on the device, deleting the ones not preferred. Along with the preexisting widgets, there are newer ones on this device such as ‘Feeds & Updates’ which brings updates from Facebook, MySpace and Twitter. Apart from social networking, widgets for the calendar and news updates can be placed on the homescreen for easy availability. The apps menu is similar to the iPhone one, with a four-by-four grid of icons arranged onscreen that can be swiped across.

The virtual QWERY keyboard on this device uses Swype technology to input text at a fast speed.

The Samsung Captivate has multimedia options galore for customers. One can opt for subscription based MobiTV or play Youtube videos. A media app called AllShare uses WiFi and DLNA to play files from this device on another player.

Wireless technology is available on the Samsung Captivate with users provided with WiFi, GPS and Bluetooth.

Samsung Captivate Review Camera

A 5MP camera is provided on the Samsung Captivate, with autofocus and 4X digital zoom. Image quality is decent and even HD video recording on this device is average.

Samsung Captivate Review Battery

With a talktime of upto 5 hours 50 minutes and a standby time of about 300 hours, the Samsung Captivate comes with a decent battery life.

Samsung Captivate Review Limitations of the Samsung Captivate

The Samsung Captivate lacks a front facing camera and also a camera flash. Also, the backlights of the front touch control go off while the display is on, making the controls invisible in a dark room. This is a definite setback. Further, internet browsing is slower than that found on the iPhone.

For those who are more into social networking and avid video fans, the Samsung Captivate is probably a good option. The Android experience has been enhanced for users on this device. Apart from a few glitches, this device looks set to wow customers with its features and performance.

Android Phones in 2011

Android phones have also been welcomed by App Developers and Google’s Android Market has some 150,000 apps that can be used with the Android operating system. The International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is a widely advertised technology related trade show that was started 1967 which has also showcased some of the newest Android phones in 2011. During 1978 to 1994, CES was held twice every year in Las Vegas and in Chicago. From 1998, it is held in the January of every year at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, Nevada. Very often, leading tech companies make their product announcements at this show and many companies also give a preview of their upcoming products. The CES 2011 was widely participated and the audience numbered around 128,949. A number of Android phones at CES 2011 were unveiled and showcased to the audience.  This included the Motorola Xoom tablet that will be running on Android 3.

Motorola Xoom also bagged the prestigious Best of Show title amongst the newest android phones. Some of the best Android phones in 2011 that were showcased at CES 2011 are LG Optimus 2X,Motorola Atrix 4G,Motorola Droid Bionic, Samsung Infuse 4G, Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc and Galaxy S 4G. Given below are a brief on these Android phones.

LG Optimus 2X:

The Optimus line from LG has been critically appreciated and LG Optimus 2X was probably the most talked about Android phone at CES 2011. The beautifully designed newest Android phone has an Nvidia Tegra 2 dual processor which gives this Android phone an edge over other phones in terms of speed. Designed for the high-end Android market, this phone is definitely way ahead of its competitors in terms of its speed. LG Optimus 2X is one of the Android phones in 2011 that will be shipped with Android 2.2 operating system and has a very easy navigation system. The powerful processor of this Android phone makes the swipe animations a really enjoyable experience. It has an 8MP camera and also possess a front facing camera for making video calls.

Motorola Atrix 4G:

The Motorola Atrix 4G is another newest Android phone that runs on Android 2.2 Froyo and comes with a 1 GHz dual core Nvidia Tegra 2 processor. Along with a 1 GB RAM, this Android phone also boasts of a 4.0 inch display that has a resolution of 960 X 540. It has a powerful 5 MP camera that is capable of recording 720 p videos at an impressive speed of 30 FPS. This is also one of the popular Android phones at CES 2011 and it can be easily converted into a netbook by using the Webtop dock. Additionally, this Android phone also has a 16 GB internal memory.  Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and GPS are also enabled thus offering a 3G HSDPA connection.

Motorola Droid Bionic:

Motorola Droid Bionic was another popular Android phone at CES 2011. This Android phone can offer both 3G and 4G LTE connection. With a 512 MB RAM, this newest Android phone features a 1 GHz dual core Nvidia Tegra 2 processor and can record 720 p videos at 30 FPS using its 8 MP camera. Motorola Droid Bionic has a 4.3 inch qHD display and boasts a resolution of 960 X 540 pixels. Initially, this Android phone will be shipped with the Android 2.2 Froyo but it is widely expected that it will be soon updated with the Gingerbread Android 2.3. It comes with a Li-Po 1930 mAh battery and has a 16 GB internal memory and an additional 32 GB MicroSD memory. It supports both Bluetooth 2.1 and Stereo Bluetooth and it is expected that Android this phone will come with apps such as VCast. The default search and map application in the phone may be set to Bing instead of Google.

Samsung Infuse 4G:

Samsung Infuse 4G was another popular Android phone at  CES 2011 and this Android phone has a 4.5 inch Super AMOLED Plus capacitive touch screen display with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels. It has a 1.2 GHz processor and has an internal memory of 16GB. This Android phone also features a camera of 8 MP and another front facing camera of 1.3 MP. It supports 4G HSPA+ for Data and has both Bluetooth 2.1 and Stereo Bluetooth. This Android phone has a Li-Ion 1750 mAh battery. Samsung Infuse was the slimmest, yet largest Android phones in 2011 at the CES event.

Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc:

Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc is believed to have been the most stylish Android phone at CES 2011 event. This Android phone is one of the slimmest Android phones with 8.7 mm at the center and features a curved design. It has a 512 MB RAM and runs on a 1 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon MSM8255 processor. Running with an Android 2.3 Gingerbread, this newest Android phone sports an internal memory of 16 GB. It has a capacitive touch screen display of 4.2 inches and a resolution of 480 X 854 pixels. This is one of the best Android phones  and it also has 8 MP powered autofocus camera that enables a 720p video recording and a FM radio and a GPS transreceiver with A-GPS.

Galaxy S 4G:

This is one of the top Android phones in the market today and it features a 4 inch Super AMOLED display. This newest android phone is also one of the lightest Smartphone in the market with a 5 MP camera at the back and a front facing camera. Galaxy S 4G Android phone has a 1 GHz Hummingbird processor and runs on an Android 2.2 Froyo operating system. Galaxy S 4G also comes with the exclusively preloaded action film; INCEPTION. Galaxy S 4G also features a One-click Google Search along with Stereo Bluetooth connectivity.

Android 3.0

Android 3.0 is the latest version of the highly popular Google Android software that is soon supposed to hit the market. Also known as “Honeycomb”, the OS will be geared to users of tablet computers. It will only support devices with larger displays and sport a number of fresh UI features and hardware acceleration for computer graphics. It will also be friendly with multi-core processors.

Motorola Xoom Tablet PC will be the first device to sport the Honeycomb SDK OS.

Android 3.0 Updates

The Google Android Developer Den has recently been updated with some exciting information about Honeycomb. Check these out and find out more about updates for Android 3.0. See what newer things Android 3.0 is supposed to come with.

Flip the content

The Android 3.0 lets its users go through the content of their tablets with the help of widgets on their home screen. Users can touch the screen to flip through the content shown inside a widget.

A better UI

Android 3.0 will bring its users a new, holographic user interface that provides users with an enhanced 3D experience using powerful graphics, navigation features and better media capabilities.

Better control over applications

Honeycomb will feature an Action Bar that will remain steady at the top of the display. It will provide users with easier access to widgets, navigation facilities and other kinds of content.

Better multitasking

The ease of simultaneous operations is one of the greatest strengths of the Android software and the Honeycomb is expected to enhance it. The Recent Apps feature will help people see the progress of various tasks and jump from one application to other. A snapshot view will also help users identify each task very easily.

Improved Keyboard

The virtual Android keyboard is supposed to sport a new design that makes text entry much faster and easier. A Tab key as well as some new buttons has reportedly been integrated into the keyboard to render a richer text input experience.

Enhanced Clipboard Feature

Users can easily select a word by making holding and pressing the finger on it. The selection area can also be easily adjusted by dragging arrows. The Action Bar will make it much easier for a user to select actions like copy, paste, find, search and share.

High Performance Graphics

Honeycomb is loaded with a new animation framework that lets developers add new 2D and 3D graphics to their applications. A high-performance graphics engine known as Renderscript allows users to add 3D graphics to their scenes.

Newer Connectivity Support

Applications on the Honeycomb support headset control and audio streaming. They can also be connected to devices without UI over insecure Bluetooth socket connection. Users also have the option to connect keyboards with their computer via USB or over Bluetooth.

Better Safety

The software Android 3.0 comes with new administrative policies that include password expiration and encrypted storage. This can help administrators manage their devices in a more effective manner.

Multi-core Processor Support

The OS can run on single core and also dual-core processors. This ensures greater performance support for all applications.

Enhanced mailing experience

The Email app in the Android 3.0 comes with a Double-pane User Interface. Users can view and select the messages in one pane and choose the appropriate action for it in the other pane, such as moving them to a folder.

System Bar

Much like the Task Bar, there is the System Bar it this new OS that stays put at the bottom of the computer screen. It allows users quick navigation and access to apps in the PC. What is better, it can be kept in a dimmed state for a full-screen view as required while watching videos.

Enhanced notifications

Developers can choose notification styles for different applications. Developers can use their Android developer kit to create notifications in the form of small icons, large icons, priority flags or title.

More Honeycomb Android software updates can be found in the Android Developer official site. You can visit it for the 3.0 Android latest updates.

CardioTrainer

Cardio Trainer Andriod App

Exercise enthusiasts have a simple method of tracking fitness routes, steps taken and calories burned with CardioTrainer. The app uses GPS to track your location and movements on a map, giving runners, walkers and even horseback riders accurate information on workouts. A Track History option allows you to follow your progress on previous workouts. There is even an option for linking to your Facebook account, letting friends know you ran 15 miles last weekend, for example.

LightSaber

Android Lightsaber App

Although the LightSaber app provides no practical purpose, the entertainment value is priceless. Battle your colleagues between cubicles and embrace your geeky persona. Select your favorite Star Wars character from a menu that includes Master Yoda and Darth Vader. A light saber appears on the screen, complete with sound effects. The LightSaber sound effects follow your movements as you swing and jab the faux light saber, or cell phone, in the air. Turn on the soundtrack effect for motivating Star Wars background music.

Pandora

pandora android

Cell phone users with an unlimited data plan benefit most from the Android Pandora app. Stream popular music directly from your cell phone. Log in to access customized stations set up from the web site, or create your own stations directly on the Pandora app. No need to carry an iPod or pay for music downloads. Simply input your favorite bands or songs into Pandora, and the app creates station customized to your tastes.

ShopSavvy

Shopsavvy app

In the spirit of budget-friendly apps, ShopSavvy is the ideal app for the frugal consumer.  Simply scan the UPC bar code with a cell phone camera and ShopSavvy points you to the best deal. The app lists prices from online sources, as well as local shops in your vicinity. Other features include product reviews, price alerts and a wish list.

Task Killer

Advanced Task Killer List of Apps

Conserve your phone’s memory and efficiency with Task Killer. The app terminates unwanted applications and processes running in the background. Open Task Killer and a list of running applications pops up with green check boxes. Un-check any applications you wish to continue running and hit the “Kill selected apps” button. Available memory is shown at the top of the Task Killer application.

Best Free Android Games

Currently there are many mobile gaming websites that provide you with the best free Android games but only a few games are worth enjoying. Here we take a look at some of the free Android games that you should have on your Android smartphone.

Angry Birds

This is certainly becoming the game of the year 2010 and the craze for this simple game is still not over as there are many websites where you can enjoy the free version of Angry Birds. The game was initially available on the iOS but when it moved on to Android platform it received two million downloads in the first week itself which is quite astonishing for a simple app like Angry Birds. Apart from the download there are many Android smartphone manufacturers who are planning to have Angry Birds in their default list of games for consumer’s convenience.

Bebbled

We all have been playing standard gem shuffling games from quite a time now and this game is no different if you love to play such games. Bebbled looks like a simple game that you have played million times but it might soon surprise you as you go up the level. You need to drop the gems at the right position to blast the larger group of similar color gems but with so many scenarios you might often run out of time and stick to concentrating on it.

The Red Stone

There are some gamers who don’t like playing simple games because they enjoy playing complicated games that can give them some brain exercise. If you are such a player than The Red Stone is your cup of tea. The game in very tough and it will take you a lot of attempts to win the game initially. The game is about shuffling heavy blocks in such a way that the King can get a way out at the exit. Although it looks simple and easy it can really take a lot of practice to win the game.

Drop

Drop is the right app or a game that you should have on your smartphone or cell phone that has motion sensing technology. Many people are really amazed at the way Drop works because it not only helps you to concentrate on the ball that is falling down but also helps you to check your mobile accelerometer. Hence, throughout the game you will need to tilt your mobile phone so that the balls fall between the gaps in the platforms.

Frozen Bubble

While some gamers enjoy going for tough mental games others prefer to keep their games simple and plain. The Frozen Bubble is a regular shooting game that you might have played during your childhood days. The only thing good about this game is the overall interface of the game. You can quickly blow away the cluster of frozen bubbles on the ceilings by making sure that you hit the right color bubble at the right spot. The only thing you need to play this game is accurate aim and some quick finger movements the rest happens on its own.

Replica Island

If you enjoy doing lot of activities when you are playing your game then go for Replica Island. The Replica Island is simple where you become the main character of the game and go on a mission where you need to do more than just winning the game. The character has to bounce on different levels and changing positions and directions depending on the situation. On the other hand, the character also has to collect some of the items to keep the score ticking and to win the game.

Tetris

We have been playing this game for more than two to three decades and still you can find players who simply adore this simple game. The Tetris is an Android game that you can find for free on the internet. There is nothing much to explain about this game where you need to slot the bricks in the right way to keep the wall down. If you don’t do that you will find the bricks building up and eventually taking away all that you have won.

Open Sudoku

Apart from Angry Birds, this mathematical Japanese game is also becoming hot favorite for gamers who love to play with numbers. The Open Sudoku Android game is available for download at various free mobile gaming websites. There are new puzzles and new challenges for those who want to enjoy a fresh new level of mathematical tension.

Word Drop

If you are interested in playing with words here is your chance to stay busy. The Word Drop game is for people who are always looking for a word based challenge on their cell phones. You have to spell out different words from the blocks and the moment you make words those blocks disappear and new blocks fall in. This game is similarly like gem shuffling game but here the players have to deal with letters instead.

There is certainly no doubt that the Android market is expanding at a quick rate. Today, there are many cell phone companies that are coming up with smartphones that have the Android technology. To supplement these smartphones there are various applications better known as apps that can make life easier and comfortable for all smartphone users. Here we will take a quick look at some of the best free Android apps available in the market.

1. Swype

Texting or messaging has become very common for smartphone users and therefore they want something that can help them type longer messages at quick pace and to make that possible you have the Swype app available free in the market. The Swype technology is also known as line typing because you quickly draw odd lines for the words you want to type and it makes that possible for you. Hence, you don’t have to type in every single letter just cross quick lines on the virtual keypad available on your smartphone and go ahead with messaging to your friends and office mates.

2. Evernote

Do you always love to connect all your smartphone files to your computer? If you do then you need an Evernote to make that possible. With Evernote you can store all your important documents, photographs and music files in one single folder and you can sync that with your computer directly.

3. beebPlayer

Nobody even knew about this app before BBC made it popular. Hence, credit goes to the BBC for making this player so popular. It was initially found as the best Android player for iPhone but now you can use this free Android app in your smartphone as well. If you want to play music on Wi-Fi you can do that with the help of this player. You can even search for the music you want to hear directly through Wi-Fi.

4. Google Maps Navigation

We all come across situations when we are looking out for road directions, but now with Google maps navigation app on your smartphone you don’t need to ask anybody. This app provides turn by turn voice navigation to make it easier for you to find your destination. You can either use it while you are walking on the road or even use it when you are driving your car.

5. 3bananaNotes

If you are not good at remembering things, or if you want to note down the random thoughts that go through your mind when you are in bed then make use of 3bananaNotes app. The app is good at typing and keeping the notes of small things that you often forget. The notes can be pinned on your Home screen so that you always know the things you need to remember.

6. gvSIG Mini Maps

Do you sometimes feel the need of looking at the map? Maps can really help us in finding directions when we are in strange places and with gvSIG Mini Maps you never have to worry because the map is right on your cell phone. This app is getting a lot of buzz from people in Europe because people there always find it attractive to look into different areas and locations where they can go.

7. Astrid Task and ToDo List

We all have daily priorities but we are not able to wrap them up because we don’t know how to set them up or we forget them at times. Now with Astrid Task and ToDo list you don’t have to worry anymore because you can list down all your important events in this app and get timely reminders to make sure you don’t miss a thing.

8. Shareprice.co.uk

If you are a stock broker in United Kingdom this app is something that you should always keep on your cell phone. With SharePrice.co.uk you are never too far from your work because you can always keep an eye on your stocks even when you are at home or with your friends. You can view all the important information about any particular stock that you are eyeing on.

9. Meebo IM

If you like to talk to your friends while you are on the move then you can use the Meebo IM app that allows you to chat directly through your cell phone. You can chat with multiple friends at the same time using the intelligent interface it has.

10. Facebook for Android

Now this does not match all the features that you will find on Facebook but you can certainly enjoy most of the features that you enjoy on Facebook. You can now enjoy the Inbox support on this app and talk and message and comment to your friends while you are on the move.

11. WordPress for Android

This is another blogging app that you should always have in your cell phone. The app provides you with almost all the features that you enjoy when you login to your WordPress account on the internet. You can type in the content and upload it directly from your cell phone which means that you can be a blogger while you travel.

12. AppMonster

Too many apps on your cell phone can confuse you and therefore you need some kind of app management software. AppMonster allows you to move, delete and upgrade your apps immediately from one single window making your job easier and simpler.

The world is global because every person link to the other man and the every moment you know the every thing happened in the world. This is due to the media which gives the latest report every second for you. In these days the mobile market is very big business in the world. Every day the mobile companies launch new application of mobile.

There are many company interested about the mobile apps which one of the Android in the mobile market. Android is famous in the mobile market due to its large apps related to the mobile.  This is why the 2010 is going to be a big year for the Android operating system, with many new handsets finding their way to stores around the world  which of them Google’s own phone stand first and an increasing number of developers building tools, games and the likes for the fast growing platform in the mobile world.

Photo by Ritmo Bello

Android has been disclosed the publication of all free apps for their customers in the mobile market and paid apps since Android was introduced new level to getting a confirmed number at this point but Google does not announced publicly that how many apps are available in this mobile phone for installation .

The number of apps hits the 20,000 milestone of Android OS. The graph of the Android apps used by the customers in different part of the world tells us the only38% apps are paid and other 62% apps as much as the license frees handset manufacturers. This is why the manufacturers advice to Google for the use of Android OS.

The newly upgraded Android is supposed to bring enormous changes in the world of technological advancements. Your latest version of Android could bring a whole lot of difference in its updated version. The official site has much to launch and this brings optimal signals about creating different changes through the system. There have been mentioned logical choices about the new version of the Android.

This is quite the kind of thing that the Android Market is going to bring to service along with Google. The effects of this will be seen from 11th December itself. There is also going to important notches like refunding sales and such other beneficial processes.

The new additions will bring some updated changes and would bring some of the greater benefits that can be achieved through OS and a desktop client. The 1st Android 2.0 device with have Motorola Milestone by then and as time of its release comes near there will be  more information coming out through it. You will experience great updates if you are using this wonderful technology through this phone.