BlackBerry unveiled first BB10 smartphones -Z10 and Q10

Check out about Blackberry 10 if you still clueless about it. The company just unveils the first devices that using latest OS ever. Z10 which are fully touch screen and also Q10 which still maintain the physical QWERTY keyboard. Both twins having the similar spec.

Blackberry Z10 Key Specification :

• 4.2” WXGA screen with 1,280 x 768 resolution
• 1.5GHz dual-core Krait S4 Snapdragon CPU
• 2GB RAM
• 8MP back facing camera
• 16GB Internal memory with microSD slot
• NFC
• LTE

Blackberry Q10 Key Specification :

• 3.1" square AMOLED touch screen with 720 x 720 resolution
• 1.5GHz dual-core Krait S4 Snapdragon CPU
• 2GB RAM
• 8MP back facing camera
• 16GB Internal memory with microSD slot
• NFC
• LTE

The Blackberry Z10 will available at UK by today and Q10 will available on April. Sadly no pricing for contract free.

My Opinion : Finally! New phone from Blackberry. As an ex user of BB, I kinda happy the company willing to change to join into the game. Question is, will they capable of take down with current giant companies - Google, Apple and Window? Well, competition always drive innovation. Let's hope we could see something new from BB 10 eventhough I know, it look god damn similar to Nokia Meego in terms of gesture control.

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What News on BlackBerry 10 mobile OS?

If you don't know, last night RIM officially unveils Blackberry 10 OS. After working for almost two years on it, finally the OS greet the world. So, what new on Blackberry 10?

Here are the list :

• BlackBerry Flow : For multitasking and BlackBerry Peek allows you to drag the Hub in from the sides of the screen, so you can see what runs in the background, while the currently open app continues to run.
• Contact : Full BBM integration (for other BB10 users) and all sorts of social networking features.
• BlackBerry Hub : Social integration - acts as a central location from where you can quickly switch between your active applications, contacts, and others.
• New Keyboard
• BlackBerry Messenger : Allow video calls and BBM Screenshare now!
• Camera : It features Timeshift, which allows you to take several photos and combine the best elements from each of them.
• Picture/Video Editor

Well here are some walkthrough video. Pretty awesome I must say ;)

Hit the source for more detailed about Blackberry 10 :)

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Olympus announces Stylus XZ-10

Well no surprise news from Panasonic and Olympus in CP+. Sorry folk, no new PEN camera but Olympus do announces something anyway. Beside the new lens, 70-300mm for mft, here we have Olympus XZ-2 little brother, Stylus XZ-10.

Olympus Stylus XZ-10 Key Specification :

• 12.0 megapixels
• 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) BSI-CMOS Sensor
• ISO 100 - 6400
• 26 – 130 mm F1.8 - F2.7
• 35 Number of focus points
• 3" fixed LCD screen
• 1920 x 1080 (30 fps) video recording
• Lithium-Ion Li-50B rechargeable battery

It will be available from late March 2013 for just £349.99 (converted RM1465.17), in black, brown or white.

My Opinion : No thanks. I will rather add abit more to get the bigger brother, Stylus XZ-2. I have no idea why Olympus announces this with such expensive price tag. If it was marked around RM1,200-RM990 probably it works.

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Fujifilm announces Wi-Fi-enabled F900EXR, S6800 and S4800 superzoom cameras

Surprise! Another powerful zoom cameras and WiFi enable camera from Fujifilm! Just fresh announced in CP+

Fujifilm FinePix F900EXR Key Specification :

• 16.0 megapixels
• 1/2" (6.4 x 4.8 mm) EXR-CMOS II sensor
• EXR imaging processor
• ISO 100 - 12800
• 25 – 500 mm F3.5 - F5.3
• 3" fixed LCD
• 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps) video recording
• Wi-Fi built in
• Lithium-ion NP-50A rechargeable battery

Fujifilm FinePix S6800 Key Specification :

• 16.0 megapixels
• 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) BSI-CMOS sensor
• ISO 100 - 6400
• 24 – 720 mm F3.1 - F5.9
• 3" fixed LCD
• 1920 x 1080 (30 fps) video recording
• 4 x AA type alkaline batteries

Fujifilm FinePix S4800 Key Specification :

• 16.0 megapixels
• 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) CCD sensor
• ISO 100 - 6400
• 24 – 720 mm F3.1 - F5.9
• 3" fixed LCD
• 1280 x 720 (30 fps) video recording
• 4 x AA type alkaline batteries

The FinePix S-Series will be available March 2013 at the price of $249.95 (converted RM750) (S6800) and $229.95 (converted RM690) (S4800). Both models will be available in black, and the S6800 will also be available in White and Red. Sadly no price and availabilities for F900EXR.

My Opinion : Definitely the Fujifilm FinePix F900EXR grab my attention most due to newest EXR-CMOS II sensor in it. We had received alot positive and awesome review on this sensor from Fujifilm X Pro 1 (using older version). Judges from Fujifilm past experience, the F900EXR should be not cost more than RM 1,300. Plus the compact size totally a yes for me for existing DSLR user like me.

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Nikon announces new compacts in CP+

Once a year, CP+ is here! Besides awesome announcement lens for micro four third from Sigma and Tamron, Nikon too announcing their brand new compact range ranging from budget, mid range and also water proof. Lets check it out.

Budget Range :

Nikon CoolPix S5200 Key Specification :

• 16.0 megapixels
• BSI-CMOS Sensor
• ISO 125 - 3200
• 26 – 156 mm
• 3" fixed LCD
• Built in Wi-Fi
• Nikon EN-EL19 Lithium-Ion battery

Nikon CoolPix L28 Key Specification :

• 20.1 megapixels
• CCD Sensor
• ISO 80 - 1600
• 26 – 130 mm
• 3" fixed LCD
• 2 x AA (Alkaline, NiMH, Oxyride or Lithium)

Nikon CoolPix S5200 will be retail at $180 (Converted RM540) and L28 on $120 (converted RM360). Both camera will be available at February 2013.

My Opinion : Clearly the Nikon CoolPix S5200 was in advantage for this range. Features a promising BSI-CMOS sensor for better lowlight, higher ISO value and also further zoom with extra built in Wi-Fi, it totally overtake Nikon CoolPix L28 anytime.

Mid Range :

Nikon Coolpix P520 Key Specification :

• 18.1 megapixels
• BSI-CMOS Sensor
• ISO 100 - 3200
• 24 – 1000 mm
• 3" fixed LCD screen
• 1920 x 1080p HD recording
• Nikon EN-EL12 Lithium-Ion battery

Nikon Coolpix S9500 Key Specification :

• 18.1 megapixels
• BSI-CMOS Sensor
• ISO 125 - 3200
• 22 – 550 mm
• 3.2" LCD screen
• 1920 x 1080p HD recording
• Nikon EN-EL5 Lithium-Ion battery

Nikon Coolpix L820 Key Specification :

• 16.0 megapixels
• BSI-CMOS Sensor
• ISO 125-3200
• 23 – 675 mm
• 3.2" LCD screen
• 4 x AA (Alkaline, NiMH, Oxyride or Lithium)

The COOLPIX P520 will be available for a suggested retail price of $449.95 (converted RM1350) in Black, Red, and Dark Grey in February 2013. The COOLPIX L820 will be available for a suggested retail price of $279.95 (converted RM840) in Black and Red, while the COOLPIX S9500 will be available for a suggested retail price of $349.95 (Converted RM1050) in Black, Silver, and Red. Both will be available in February 2013.

My Opinion : I will grab Nikon S9500 anytime for compact size and easy to put into pocket. Not to mention it has wider lens though shorter tele zoom compare with it's both sibling. To be honest this 3 camera spec are very close to each other. It is totally up to you which lens fulfil your requirement. Oh it is worth mentioning CoolPix L820 is using AA batteries.

Water Proof Range :

Nikon Coolpix AW110 Key Specification :

• 16.0 megapixels
• 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) CMOS Sensor
• ISO 125 - 1600
• 3" LCD screen
• Waterproof, Shockproof, Dustproof, Freezeproof
• Nikon EN-EL12 Lithium-Ion battery

Nikon Coolpix S31 Key Specification :

• 10.1 megapixels
• CCD Sensor
• ISO 100 - 1600
• 29 – 87 mm
• 2.7" LCD screen
• Waterproof, Shockproof, Dustproof, Freezeproof
• Nikon EN-EL12 Lithium-Ion battery

The COOLPIX AW110 will be available in Orange, Black, Camouflage and Blue in February 2013 for a suggested retail price of $349.95 (converted RM1050). The COOLPIX S31 will be available in White, Blue, Pink, Brown and Yellow, also in February 2013, for a suggested retail price of $119.95 (converted RM360).

My Opinion : Honestly both this water proof compact range doesn't look impressive. I might spend more on Pentax.

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Pentax releases WG-3, WG-3 GPS and WG-10

In CP+ 2013, Pentax also not gonna missed it. Pentax just reveals 3 new waterproof cameras compact line - WG-3, WG-3 GPS and WG-10. Basically the WG-3 and WG-3 GPS are twins with one built in wifi and another one doesn't.

Pentax WG-3/ WG-3 GPS Key Specification :

• 16.0 megapixels
• 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) BSI-CMOS Sensor
• ISO 125 - 6400
• 25 – 100 mm F2.0 - F4.9
• 3" fixed LCD
• 1920 x 1080 (30 fps) video recording
• Crushproof, Waterproof, Shockproof, Dustproof, Freezeproof
• GPS Built in (WG-3 GPS)
• Lithium-Ion D-LI92 rechargeable battery

Pentax WG-10 Key Specification :

• 14.0 megapixels
• 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) CCD Sensor
• ISO 125 - 6400
• 28 – 140 mm F3.5 - F5.5
• 2.7" fixed LCD
• 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps)) video recording
• Crushproof, Waterproof, Shockproof, Dustproof, Freezeproof
• Lithium-Ion D-LI92 rechargeable battery

Priced at $349.95 (converted RM1050) the new WG-3 GPS is available in a choice of purple or green. The WG-3 is available in black or orange for a price of $299.95 (converted RM900). Both models will be available at retailers nationwide and online in March 2013. The WG-10 will be available in mid-April in red for $179.95 (converted RM540).

My Opinion : Spec pretty decent. Just like normal compact camera at least with addition of Crushproof, Waterproof, Shockproof, Dustproof and Freezeproof. I will go for WG-3 if I need one and no, I dont need the GPS.

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Pantech Vega No 6 goes official in South Korea

Pantech has never let down on it's fans. Again, they released a quite high end spec for Android smartphone for it's Vega family. Unfortunately it is exclusive for South Korea only.

Pantech Vega No 6 Key Specification :

• 5.9-inch 1080p display
• 1.5GHz Quad-core Krait processor
• 2GB RAM
• 32GB internal memory with microSD slot
• 13MP back facing camera
• 2MP front facing camera
• NFC
• Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean

The Pantech Vega No 6 will start selling on February with price tag $780 (converted RM2340).

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My Opinion : Pantech is a company that always a step ahead from its competitor. Well Huawei may be the first one to announce Ascend Mate with 6.1 inch, but Vega No 6 here got 5.9 inch with impressive 1080p display. Serious this big dude could put serious competitor with Samsung if it would sell in Malaysia. At least, I love it's physical design more :P So, do you care this phone?

Samsung Galaxy Xcover 2 goes official

Samsung just announced the Galaxy Xcover 2, an IP67-certified Android phone.

Samsung Galaxy Xcover 2 Key Specification :

• 4” WVGA TFT screen
• 1GHz dual core processor
• 1GB RAM
• 4GB Internal memory with microSD slot
• 5MP Back facing camera
• VGA front camera
• 1,700mAh battery
• Android 4.1 Jelly Bean

The estimated shipping date is February 21 with price tag $415 (converted RM1245).

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My Opinion : This could be a good rival with Sony Xperia go who has same IP rating. However the price tag seem almost double of Xperia go. I might as well considered get Sony Xperia Acro S who has better spec than Galaxy Xcover 2. Perhaps, the onlylet down is the IP Rating 57.

Say Hello to Keon and Peak - The first Firefox OS phones

Phones OS are getting interesting nowadays. One particular OS that I am eye-ing this year is none other than this Firefox OS - An OS that fully developed on HTML 5 based. Nevertheless, let's say hello to GeekPhone Keon and Peak - officially first batch phone that giving honours to run Firefox OS.

GeekPhone Peak Key Specification :

• 4.3" qHD IPS display
• 1.2GHz dual-core Snapdragon S4 chip processor
• 512MB RAM
• 4GB Internal memory with microSD slot
• 8MP back facing camera
• 2MP front camera
• 1800mAh battery

GeekPhone Keon Key Specification :

• 3.5" HVGA display
• 1GHz Snapdragon S1 processor
• 512MB RAM
• 4GB Internal memory with microSD slot
• 3MP back facing camera
• 1580mAh battery

Pricing and availability is not confirm but it expected shouldn't be that expensive.

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My Opinion : Finally Firefox OS! This will allowed more HTML 5 programmer to developed more interesting apps for it. Though the GeekPhone Peak spec doesn't seem high compare with current competitor, mainly Android and Apple, but for my personal reference as long as it run smoothly and do the job I need, so why not? Even until now I am still using dual core phone :P

HTC announces Desire U

HTC just announced a budget Android smart phone, Desire U who slots above the previous announced Desire C.

HTC Desire U Key Specification :

• 4.0-inch with 800 x 480 resolution display
• 1GHz processor
• 512MB RAM
• 4GB Internal memory with microSD slot
• 5MP back facing camera
• Beats Audio
• 1,650mAh battery
• Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich

No pricing or availability information is available at the moment.

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My Opinion : Another low end Android phone. Nothing much to comment and exciting. Depending on the price or else I think Sony Xperia U, sola or go is pretty much worth buying.

Sony announces Xperia Tablet Z

Not even a year after Sony Xperia Tablet S, very fast Sony announce the next tablet as a counter part of it's latest Xperia Z. Sony Xperia Tablet Z also has very thin thickness, it is 6.9mm!! Thinner than iPad who had 9.4mm.

Sony Xperia Tablet Z Key Specification :

• 10.1-inch WUXGA Mobile Bravia Engine 2 with 1920 x 1200 resolution
• 1.5Ghz Qualcomm quad-core APQ8064 processor
• 2GB RAM
• 32 GB internal memory with micro SD slot
• 8.1 MP back facing Exmor R camera
• 2mp front facing camera
• LTE
• NFC
• Water and dust proof
• S-Force™ virtual 3D surround sound
• 6000 mAh
• Android 4.1 Jelly Bean

No pricing and availabilities announce yet.

My opinion : Finally! Another tablet from Sony. The design definitely stray away from it's previous tablet, make it into very minimal design, clean and sleek. It does look like an overscale Sony Xperia Z. Nevertheless, a tablet with water and dust proof could be interesting. Swimming with your tablet anyone?

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Budget 5" ZTE phablet leaked

Just like Huawei, another china company ZTE reveal a budget phablet, U956.

ZTE U956 Key Specification :

• 5" display of 720p HD resolution
• quad-core MediaTek MT6589 chipset
• 1GB RAM
• 8mp back facing camera
• microSD slot
• dual-SIM slots

No official launch yet, but the ZTE U956 will be price at $240 (Approximately RM720).

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Budget Huawei G520 reveal, China only

The company is not done yet in CES! Huawei just announced its latest budget offering in the face of the quad-core G520.

Huawei G520 Key Specification :

• 4.5" WVGA display
• 1.2GHz quad-core Mediatek MT6589 chip processor
• 512MB RAM
• 5MP back facing camera
• VGA front camera
• Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich

Unfortunately this $225 (Approximately RM675) only available for China market. I guess the reason it so cheap due to the Mediatek chipset.

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ASUS announces MeMO Pad

Asus just release a new 7 inch look alike Nexus 7 tablet - MeMO Pad. Well, though they share the almost similar design, but spec has a huge difference.

ASUS MeMO Pad Key Specification :

• 7-inch with 1024 x 600 pixels Resolution LED-backlit
• 1GHz VIA WM8950 Processor
• Mali-400 GPU
• 1GB RAM
• 1MP front facing camera with 720p video recording
• 8GB/16GB internal storage with microSD card slot
• 4270mAh
• Android™ 4.1 Jelly Bean

ASUS MeMO Pad will be available starting this January in selected markets from authorized ASUS resellers with the price tag $149 for the lowest storage option.

Well, not a Nexus 7 killer.

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Lenovo introduces K900 and four dual-SIM IdeaPhone droids to CES

Lenovo not gonna miss the party as well. Lenovo just unveils new K900, 5.5" 1080p screen droid that running dual core Intel Atom processor and also four dual-SIM IdeaPhone droids. As the successor of K800, K900 is also one of the thinnest in its class with a 6.9mm thick stainless steel and polycarbonate unibody.

Lenovo K900 Key Specification :

• 5.5" IPS LCD screen with 1080p resolution and 400ppi pixel density
• 2GHz Dual-core Intel Atom Z2580 processor (Clover Trail+)
• 13MP back facing camera with 1080p HD recording
• Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean

The K900 will launch in China this April and will expand to "select regional markets" shortly after. The pricing will be announced later.

Meanwhile, here are the four dual-SIM IdeaPhone by Lenovo, ranging from entry lvl to mid range.

Lenovo IdeaPhone S890 Key Specification :

• 5" qHD with 540 x 960 resolution
• 8MP back facing camera
• Android 4.2 Jelly Bean

Lenovo IdeaPhone S720 Key Specification :

• 4.5" IPS LCD screen of with 540 x 960 resolution
• dual-core MTK processor
• 8MP back facing camera
• 1MP front camera
• 2000mAh
• Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich

Lenovo IdeaPhone A800 Key Specification :

• 4.5" FWVGA screen with 480 x 854 resolution
• 1.2GHz dual-core processor
• 2000mAh
• Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich

Lenovo IdeaPhone A690 Key Specification :

• 4" FWVGA screen with 480 x 854 resolution
• 1GHz single core processor
• 2.3 Gingerbread

No information on release date and price as well.

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ZTE Grand S is now official

Finally ZTE Grand S is official! Joining the full HD 1080p screen party with others Android! The ZTE Grand S also boast a thin waistline of just 6.9mm making it the thinnest of the 5" smartphones.

ZTE Grand S Key Specification :

• 5" screen with 1080p Resolution
• 1.7GHz Snapdragon S4 Pro quad-core processor
• 2GB RAM
• 16 GB internal storage with expandable microSD
• 13MP back facing camera
• 2MP front camera
• 1,780mAh
• Android 4.1 Jelly Bean

Sound great deal right though I felt the battery is kinda low. Anyway pricing is not confirm yet and China will be the first one to get on first quarter of this year with the US to follow suit shortly after.

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Huawei Ascend W1 now official

This gonna be the company first Window Phone ever. The Huawei Ascend W1 brings a reasonable array of features and should come with a pretty attractive price tag.

Huawei Ascend W1 Key Specification :

• 4" with WVGA (480 x 800 resolution) IPS LCD
• 1.2 GHz dual core Snapdragon S4 processor
• Adreno 305 GPU
• 5 MP back facing camera with 720p video recording
• 1950 mAh
• Window Phone 8

Huawei claim it will features saves 30% power consumption - 470 hour stand-by. The Huawei Ascend W1 will hit China and Russia this month while Western Europe, Middle East and USA should be expecting it next. The price isn't clear as of now but it should be along the lines of the HTC Windows Phone 8S or lower.

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Olympus releases new compacts line in CES 2013

Olympus has a bunch of new camera in CES 2013 too. Sadly no mirrorless camera.

Olympus STYLUS SZ-16 iHS® Key Features :

• 16 Megapixels
• 1/2.3" CMOS Sensor
• TruePic V imaging processor
• 25-600mm with f3.0 - f6.9
• ISO 100 - 6400
• 3" fixed LCD screen
• 1080p video recording

Olympus STYLUS SZ-15 Key Features :

• 16 Megapixels
• 1/2.3" CCD Sensor
• TruePic III+ imaging processor
• 25-600mm with f3.0 - f6.9
• ISO 100 - 1600
• 3" fixed LCD screen
• 720p video recording

The Olympus SZ-16 iHS and SZ-15 will both be available in March with SZ-16 iHS Estimated Street Price: $229.99 (Approximately RM690) (Available in silver, white) and SZ-15 Estimated Street Price: $199.99 (Approximately RM600) (Available in silver, black and red).

Olympus Stylus Tough TG-830 Key Features :

• 16 Megapixels
• 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) CMOS Sensor
• 28 – 140 mm with f3.9 - f5.9
• ISO 100 - 6400
• 3" fixed LCD screen
• 1920 x 1080 (60 fps) video recording
• Waterproof, Shockproof, Freezeproof, Dustproof, Crushproof

Olympus Stylus Tough TG-630 Key Features :

• 16 Megapixels
• 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) CMOS Sensor
• 28 – 140 mm with f3.9 - f5.9
• ISO 100 - 6400
• 3" fixed LCD screen
• 1920 x 1080 (60 fps) video recording
• Waterproof, Shockproof, Freezeproof, Dustproof, Crushproof

The Olympus STYLUS TOUGH TG-830 iHS will be available in March with an Estimated Street Price: $279.99 (Approximately RM840) (Available in Silver, Black, Red, and Blue) and the Olympus STYLUS TOUGH TG-630 iHS will also be available in March at an Estimated Street Price: $199.99 (Approximately RM600) (Available in White, Red, Black, and Blue)

Olympus Stylus SH-50 iHS Key Features :

• 16 Megapixels
• 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) CMOS Sensor
• 25 - 600mm with f3.0 - f6.9
• ISO 100 - 6400
• 3" fixed LCD screen
• 1920 x 1080 (60 fps) video recording
• 5-axis image stabilization

The Olympus STYLUS SH-50 will be available in March at an estimated street price of $299.99 (Approximately RM900) in Black and White color.

Olympus Stylus Tough TG-2 iHS Key Features :

• 12.0 megapixels
• 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) BSI-CMOS Sensor
• 25 – 100 mm with F2.0 - F4.9
• ISO 100 - 6400
• 3" fixed LCD screen
• 1920 x 1080 (60 fps) video recording
• Waterproof, Shockproof, Freezeproof, Dustproof, Crushproof

The Olympus STYLUS TOUGH TG-2 iHS will be available in March with price $379.99 (Approximately RM1140) (Available in Black and Red)



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Nikon launches 1 S1 and 1 J3 1-system mirrorless camera and 1 Nikkor lenses

Nikon just add two new addition to it's Nikon 1 mirrorless camera, J3 and also S1 as entry level mirrorless.

Nikon 1 J3 Key Specification :

• 14.2 megapixels
• 1" (13.2 x 8.8 mm) CMOS Sensor
• 135 Number of focus points
• 3" fixed LCD Screen
• 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps) video recording

Nikon 1 S1 Key Specification :

• 10.1 megapixels
• 1" (13.2 x 8.8 mm) CMOS Sensor
• 135 Number of focus points
• 3" fixed LCD Screen
• 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps) video recording

The Nikon 1 J3 camera with the 10-30mm lens will be available in February 2013 for the suggested retail price (SRP) of $599.95 (Approximately RM1,800) Additionally, the Nikon 1 S1 camera with the 11-27.5mm lens will be available in February 2013 for the suggested retail price (SRP) of $499.95 (Approximately RM1500). To match consumers' personalities and creativity, the J3 will come in a variety of stylish colors including White, Black, Silver, Burgundy and Beige, while the S1 will come in White, Black, Red, Pink and Khaki.

In addition Nikon has announced the 1 Nikkor 6.7-13mm F3.5-5.6 VR 18-35mm equivalent wide-angle zoom and a retractable superzoom lens, the 1 Nikkor 10-100mm F4-5.6 VR.

The 1 NIKKOR VR 6.7-13mm f/3.5-5.6 and 1 NIKKOR VR 10-100mm f/4-5.6, will have suggested retail prices (SRP) of $499.95 (Approximately RM1500) and $549.95 (Approximately RM1650), respectively.

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Nikon announces WiFi-enabled 12x Coolpix S6500

No surprise every camera is getting WiFi built in now. Nikon S6500 includes the latest 'Glamour Retouch' effects including 'Reduce Dark Circles' and 'Redden Cheeks'.

Nikon Coolpix S6500 Key Specification :

• 16.2 megapixels
• 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) BSI-CMOS Sensor
• 25-300mm
• 1920 x 1080 video recording
• Built in Wi-Fi

It will available late January for a suggested retail price of $219.95 (Approximately RM660) in silver, black, red, and orange.

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Sony unveils Xperia Z and Xperia ZL

With so many leaked of Sony Yuga and Odin, finally they see the light as Sony Xperia Z and Xperia ZL. Nothing surprising on the spec since it pretty much confirmed.

Sony Xperia Z Key Specification :

• 5" LED-backlit 1080p display with Mobile Bravia 2 Engine
• 1.5GHz Quad Core Krait Snapdragon S4 Pro processor
• Adreno 320 graphics
• 2GB RAM
• 13MP Exmor RS back camera with 1080p video recording
• 16GB internal memory with expandable microSD
• IP57-certified for dust and water resistance
• LTE and NFC built in
• 2,330 mAh battery
• Android 4.1 Jelly Bean

Sony Xperia ZL Key Specification :

• 5" LED-backlit 1080p display with Mobile Bravia 2 Engine
• 1.5GHz Quad Core Krait Snapdragon S4 Pro processor
• Adreno 320 graphics
• 2GB RAM
• 13MP Exmor RS back camera with 1080p video recording
• 16GB internal memory with expandable microSD
• LTE and NFC built in
• 2,330 mAh battery
• Android 4.1 Jelly Bean

Sony Xperia ZL has the same spec with Xperia Z except lack of IP57 certification and the slightly different design. The Xperia ZL has its front camera placed in the bottom right corner of the front panel, has a tad smaller footprint (but thicker profile) and is slightly lighter than the Xperia Z.

Both phone will be available on March with unknown pricing yet. Rumors that the Xperia Z and ZL will be available in different markets.

Honestly both phone are very sexy design. Hope Sony could make it into top in the race this year!

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Huawei unveils Ascend Mate and Ascend D2

Alright enough for camera side for CES 2013. Huawei just reveal two interesting Android devices with Ascend D2 as the flagship phone. Huawei Ascend Mate screen will work with gloves on and also has no app drawer (like the Meizu MX and iPhone) and offers pop-up apps for improved multi-tasking, and a one-hand UI, which improves the handling of the dialer and keayboard in those cases when one of your hands isn't available.

Huawei Ascend D2 Key Specification :

• 5-inch with 1080p display (443ppi)
• Quad-core 1.5GHz
• 2GB RAM
• 13MP back facing camera with 1080p video recording
• 1.3MP front facing camera
• 32GB internal storage
• water and dust resistance
• LTE
• 3000 mAh
• Android 4.1 Jelly Bean

Huawei Ascend Mate Key Specification :

• 6.1-inch 720p display
• Quad-core 1.5GHz
• 2GB RAM
• 8MP back facing camera with 1080p video recording
• 1.3MP front facing camera
• 32GB internal storage with expandable microSD
• 4050 mAh
• Android 4.1 Jelly Bean

The D2 will be released this month with China being the first country to get it. The pricing is yet to be confirmed. In the mean time, Huawei Ascend Mate will hit the shelves in February, with China being the first country to get it suggested price will be about $480 (Approximately RM1,440).

Huawei will also be offering a 4.7" version of the Ascend D2, but the company didn't give any more specifics about it.

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Fujifilm unveils X100s and X20

Amonga bunch of new camera announced in CES 2013, Fujifilm X100s and X20 are the most attractive for me. It is direct replacement for everyone favourite X100 and X10.

Fujifilm X100s Key Specification :

• 16.3 megapixels
• APS-C (23.6 x 15.8 mm) X-Trans CMOS II sensor
• EXR II imaging processor
• ISo 100 - 25,600
• 35 mm with f2
• 49 Number of focus points
• 2.8" fixed LCD screen
• Electronic and Optical (tunnel) view finder
• 1920 x 1080 (60, 30fps) video recording.

Fujifilm X20 Key Specification :

• 16.3 megapixels
• APS-C (23.6 x 15.8 mm) X-Trans CMOS II sensor
• EXR II imaging processor
• ISo 200 - 12,800
• 28 – 112 mm with F2.0 - F2.8
• 2.8" fixed LCD screen
• Optical (tunnel) view finder
• 1920 x 1080 (60 fps) video recording.

The sensor is one of the huge improvement for this two camera compare with it's predecessors. It using same sensor with Fujifilm X Pro 1, so expecting same result with it.

Pricing and availabilities is not announce yet.

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