Today RIM announced that Blackberry Playbook would be available in United states and Canada starting at $499. Distribution of Playbook would be through 20,000 retail stores all over U.S and Canada, starting 19th of April.

There were rumors that this would launch on 10th of April. Also there were rumors about the pricing, which was expected at $399. The Wi-fi variant to come in 16GB, 32GB and 64Gb versions for $499, $599 and $699 respectively. Orders could be placed at Best Buy, Best Buy Mobile or Future Shop store or online website.

Different versions of Blackberry Playbook as seen in the Best buy site

(press release 1, 2)

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LG Mobile Phones today launched the Wireless Charging Pad WCP-700 right in time for CTIA. This is the first time we are seeing a handset maker launch such a device. We have seen Powermat which does something similar.

Wireless charging makes use of Inductive coils to transfer electricity and requires that the phone being charged has a compatible back-cover.We are not sure if LG will be shipping battery-covers for the phone along with the device or whether it will be available separately.

Here are the key features of the Wireless charging pad

  • Visual, audible and tactile feedback � allows user to see, feel and hear when the phone is placed properly on the pad
  • Power LED � Blue = Plugged in
  • Battery LED � Orange = Ready to Charge
  • Battery LED � Flashing Green = Phone is Charging Correctly
  • Battery LED � Solid Green = Phone is Fully Charged
  • Slim and sleek design � allows for convenient storage, taking up minimal space
  • Effective Range � 7mm from center of placement guide
  • Dimensions � 6.29"x3.54"x0.39"

The Charging pad might not be totally wireless as you have to still connect the charging pad to the power outlet. But it's wireless for the phone and you dont have to connect the charger to it.

No word on the pricing or availability as of now. But Inductive charging is really cool as you can charge your gadgets when you leave them on your desk and you can use them without having to deal with entangled cables.

Great move by LG but wouldn't it be awesome to see all handset makers offering charging pads ? Wish it becomes a standard like microUSB !

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At the MWC 2011, Sony Ericsson announced several new phones and Xperia Play is one of them. Xperia Play is a PlayStation Certified smartphone, and it's an amazing device for people who love playing games on their phone. Xperia Play. We told you a few days ago that the device will hit UK on 31st March, but did we tell you that the device is also hitting USA via Verizon? Our friends over at Boy Genius Report spotted the Xperia Play with Verizon logo during the CTIA event in USA. In the image above, you can clearly see the Verizon logo on the keypad, and there is also one on the back side of the phone. Well, it's not confirmed yet when the phone is coming out but Verizon folks are saying that it will be out soon. If you ask me, then I think they will launch it around May or June. So Sony Ericsson fans in USA, are you excited about the Verizon Xperia Play?

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HTC INTRODUCES THE ICONIC HTC INCREDIBLE S IN INDIA

Stunning design combined with the HTC Sense experience for those looking to lead,stand out and be different

New Delhi � March 22, 2011 � HTC Corporation, a global leader in mobile innovation and design, today launched the new HTC Incredible S in the Indian market.� The HTC Incredible S is an alluring smartphone that combines cutting-edge design with a premium mobile experience for those who dare to be different.

Showing what can be achieved when engineers and designers work together to raise the bar for mobile phone design, the HTC Incredible S smartphone features a stunning, contoured body that highlights the internal hardware components of the device.

"In today's mobile market, where one is bombarded with choices and features, users are looking forward to an offering which amalgamates the best of both.� HTC has always endeavored to take the mobile phone experience to a higher level and with the launch of the Incredible S is set to create a new paradigm in mobile experience for the users," said Mr. Ajay Sharma, Country Head, HTC India. "The HTC Incredible S is the answer for those looking for the perfect combination of performance and style and will help them stand out from the crowd as an icon."

Personal entertainment experience second to none

Capturing and viewing video in crystal clear High-Definition has never been so easy and a bright 4-inch WVGA Super LCD display and stereo surround sound bring a vibrant cinematic experience to the palm of your hand. HTC Incredible S also takes high quality pictures with its 8-megapixel camera with dual flash, and it easily enables videos, photos and music to be shared from the handset direct to a TV using DLNA® technology.

The HTC Incredible S includes an industry first with automatic orientation shifting of the virtual home, menu, back and search function keys based on how it is held.

Add to this a premium Hi-Fi experience with dual mics, noise cancellation, surround sound and HTC Sense, and one gets a smartphone that sets new benchmarks in mobile entertainment.

HTC Sense

The new HTC Sense experience offers a variety of enhancements that improve how people capture, create, share and access multimedia content. With a newly created camera experience, people can record HD videos or capture and edit images with a variety of fun camera effects. With HTC Locations, a new differentiated online mapping experience, people have instant, on-demand mapping without download delays or incurring mobile roaming charges.

HTC Sense also includes a new integrated online e-reading experience utilizing a new e-book store powered by Koboä and a new, mobile-optimized e-reader that offers the ability to highlight, annotate and quickly search for definitions or translate unfamiliar terms.

Pricing & Availability

The HTC Incredible S will be available at a Market Operating Price of Rs. 28,900* at all authorized HTC resellers across the country.

* Price may vary according to the local applicable taxes



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