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Sharp – taking 3D to another dimension

Posted on04. Aug, 2010 by Ann-Marie.

In May of this year, Sharp announced their 3d camera module for mobile phones.  Today, they’ve taken the next obvious step and announced the plan to launch their very own 3d smartphone.  Featuring their previously announced 3D camera module, the smartphone is set to feature a 3D, LCD touchscreen.

Although no specs or graphics have been released, a spokesperson for Sharp confirmed that they were planning to take the 3D smartphone worldwide by the end of 2010.

Sharp’s mobile phone direction was hinted at in April when DigInfo.tv posted the following on Youtube.

More info as it comes but is this something that you could honestly put to use in your life?

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The march of the Androids

Posted on26. Jul, 2010 by Ann-Marie.

According to a new report by Gfk retail and technology, the march of the Android is sure and steady and gobbling up market share left right and centre. [...]

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Acer’s assault on the smartphone market.

Posted on21. Jul, 2010 by Ann-Marie.

Already firmly established as one of the world’s biggest IT manufacturer and suppliers, Acer have firmly fixed their sights on the smartphone market.  Their current goal is to secure themselves in the top 5 manufacturers by the year 2014 with a market share of 10% minimum.   Being the new boys on the block will Acer smartphones have what it takes to muscle in on the action? [...]

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Britain takes its best Sureshot – with a little help from the Aussies

Posted on16. Jul, 2010 by Ann-Marie.

So for the UK, the World Cup turned out to be a bit of a bust, and Wimbledon didn’t really afford us a chance to restore our national pride but all is not yet lost.  Before the summer is over we could find ourselves basking in a bit of sporting glory via the wonderful medium of golf. [...]

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Acer sneak peeks new 7" tablet

Posted on27. May, 2010 by Ann-Marie.

Acer CEO Gianfranco Lanci gave a sneak peek of their forthcoming 7″ tablet, a complete turnabout from previous statements that Acer would NOT be entering the Tablet arena.

While speaking at a press conference in Beijing, Lanci gave reporters a quick glance at the device but wouldn’t be drawn into confirming any details other than the expected date of Q4 2010.  From the demonstration given it’s clear that it will certainly be an Android device and already rumours are abound of other anticipated features.  For starters, Lanci indicated that the Telecomm networks would be the obvious sales channel which hints at the presence of an integrated 3G module. [...]

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