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Is The BlackBerry Torch Comparable To The IPhone 4?

October 21st, 2010 No comments

The iPhone is one of those extremely rare products (and a huge success at that) that virtually sells itself. The term ‘iPhone’ has practically become a household word. Many challengers, including all those Android-based phones, have waged war with the iPhone, yet has not even come close to capture half the iPhone’s customer base. Blackberry is now betting its cards against Apple. But the big question that everyone wants an answer to is: will the Blackberry Torch really burn a hole in Apple’s deep pockets, or will it be another product that’ll succumb to the behemoth?

Before the phones are pitted against each other, let’s look briefly at the all-new Blackberry Torch and Blackberry Torch accessories. The Blackberry Torch 9800 is a brand new ‘slider’ phone and a concept co-developed by RIM. It features the much-anticipated BlackBerry 6 operating system, an upgraded web-browser that supports tabbed-browsing–and sports a plethora of other goodies. A 4GB memory car, 5.0 MP camera and video recording, integrated GPS-ready, Wi-Fi/Bluetooth-readiness, and 3G connectivity all come standard. Its ergonomic combination of touchscreen, trackpad, and Qwerty keyboard complete the ease and effectiveness of use with the Torch.

Still, the iPhone’s high-def camera and display makes this a better phone in that regard. Sporting a 640 X 960 pixel resolution, The Blackberry Torch’s 360 X 480 resolution just seems meager. But that doesn’t mean that the Torch isn’t good because it’s still better than average. Apple, with its mastery of the capacitive touch screen and Retina screen, outshines the Torch, though. The Blackberry Torch shoots great 5 MP photos and decent video, but again, the iPhone 4 is better by almost all critics’ judgments. Breaking Apple’s mastery of display crispness and high-definition photo capability is a feat that, so far, no carrier on the market can quite match. At first glance of the Apple’s processor’s specs, it would be easy to declare it a winner. Not so. The Torch features a 624MHz chip and the iPhone–a 1GHz. The flip-side is that the iPhone supports only partial multi-tasking, while the Blackberry Torch comes with full multitasking capability. In real-life tests, the results are still close–but the Blackberry comes out the victor when it comes down to the nitty-gritty. Furthermore, many buy a phone solely for the number of apps and features. Thus, both phones have access to the best browser resource currently available–Webkit. What’s different is that the Blackberry Torch’s set of apps and available apps tend to be more for business and aren’t nearly as plentiful as the other phone. The iPhone 4′s seemingly never-ending superstore of applications–many of them free–shames the Torch’s. Expect Blackberry,though, to start offering more apps in the future. But, hands-down, the Apple iPhone is a clear victor in terms of applications.

While some claim the Torch’s interface is superior–many others stay loyal to Apple’s side of the field. The Apple’s iOS 4 I/S is much simpler to use and navigate. The Torch has just as many features–like PUSH and Exchange support/universal mailbox–as the iPhone, but comes up a little short in the usability department. Apple has the slight advantage here. The BlackBerry has the physical keyboard working in its advantage, though. Many would agree that nothing would be more satisfying that the feel of a physical keyboard. Here, the Blackberry Torch wins with its slide-out QWERTY keyboard and the iPhone loses. Finally, both the iPhone and Blackberry Torch come with high-capacity batteries, and both last (according to several published studies) roughly the same duration. This will undoubtedly make iPhone junkies happy, due to the previous 3G/3GS’s notoriety for mediocre battery life. The Blackberry ships with a 4GB SD card, and it’s expandable to 32GB. It also has 4 gigs of internal flash memory, bringing the total to 8 GB. Apparently, the folks at Apple don’t like the idea of having a SD card slot, so there is none (much to the chagrin of many Apple users). However, Apple users still have a choice between the 16 and 32 GB internal memory.

However, there is no lack of Blackberry Torch Accessories, Blackberry Torch Chargers & Blackberry Torch Cases. Some of the ‘cooler’ items include: a mobile printer from Polaroid (that prints photo directly from the phone unto the small, mobile printer), a sun visor-mounted text-to-speech speakerphone, and even a device that transforms the phone into a universal TV remote! The online Blackberry store also carries a wealth of Blackberry Torch cases and ac/dc chargers. The cases come in portfolio-style, holster, pouch/pocket-style. And of course they have home chargers and car chargers, all at various prices and in various styles. Blackberry Torch accessories that come included are: a 4GB SD CARD, 1270 mAh cryptographic lithium battery, wall charger, manual, Blackberry software, quick start guide, data-sync USB cable, stereo headphones, and Blackberry software.

Accessorize The T-Mobile G2 With New Accessories

October 20th, 2010 No comments

Do you remember when phones were extremely huge and uncomfortable to carry around? In a matter of years, companies like T-Mobile revolutionized the devices we once used only for chatting. T-Mobile’s G2, a recent entry in the Android phone world, is stirring interest with people wanting its sleek look and large 3.7-inch screen.

Now that it’s available, owners are searching for T-mobile G2 cases, accessories and chargers to keep it running smoothly and durably. Even though it’s a new addition to the marketplace, T-Mobile and other companies have rolled out several products to keep the G2 running as smoothly as an expensive wristwatch.

Out of the box, the phone comes without a case, but a variety of styles for both protection and carrying convenience are on store shelves. The T-Mobile G2 line includes clam-shell styles, as well as those made from EVA and leather. Pouches are also available. Well-known manufacturers have teamed with T-Mobile to create covers for whatever fits your phone needs. Dickies, known best for producing durable jeans, created an “Active Duty” vertical carrying case, as well as a model called “Tool Bag.” T-Mobile offers a G2 Zebra Stripes Sandwich Belt Clip Carrying Case in black, offering a special look without losing its protective features. The Otterbox brand created the 2600 Water-Resistant Crushproof Case in black, for more active G2 users. Those looking for cases in a color other than traditional black can buy an Otterbox case in yellow or a distinctive clear tint.

When selecting T-Mobile G2 accessories, a wide array of products have hit the market. Some of the most sought-after options to enhance the G2 include memory cards, to expand the the phone’s storage capacity, making it easier to download and transfer files to other devices. Bluetooth accessories are also an important consideration, enabling users to talk while driving hands-free, as well as listening to music through the phone. Several companies offer not only headsets, but other Bluetooth necessities, such as replacement ear tips and ear hooks. Both necklace/lanyards and wrist straps top the checklist of extras for using the G2. Whether selecting a simple black-stitched lanyard, or designer models, inexpensive prices of these options keep your finances — and your G2 — from dropping too far. One of the most important considerations of using the phone is the selection of T-Mobile G2 Chargers. USB chargers are great tools for owners always on the road for constant charging and functionality. Whether selecting a Monaco Solar USB Powered Backup Battery and Charger or a Naztech Reactor Car Charger, which provides unlimited talk and playback while using a car, it’s crucial to keep the T-Mobile G2 ready to go, whether for talking with friends, or checking G-Mail on the Internet.

T-Mobile has introduced one of the most buzzed-about phones in 2010. With the right case, accessories and chargers, owners can rely on even hard, everyday use of the G2.

Introducing The New T-Mobile G2

October 20th, 2010 No comments

The T-Mobile G2 is one of the highly anticipated phones of this year. The G1 provided the first look into an Android platform and has fared considerably well. Since its release, several other smart phone devices that utilized the Android platform have joined this popular market of cell phone devices. The hype surrounding the G2 has many cell phone users excited due to the technical enhancements that come with it.

The G2 comes equipped with several hardware upgrades when compared to its predecessor. The original G1 contained a Qualcomm processor that was clocked at 528Mhz which was sufficient at the time of its release. The new G2 will come equipped with a Snapdragon processor clocked at 800Mhz, which is a fairly big upgrade from its previous model. Additionally, the new model also offers 4GB of internal memory which is a major upgrade compared to the 192MB offered by the G1. The camera has also been upgraded to 5 megapixels, which now includes a flash. The T-Mobile G2 can record high quality videos in 720p, which is a significant upgrade from the G1′s capabilities. The 2.2 update Froyo also comes installed with the G2 and provides many new features.

The two phones have significant size differences in comparison. The new T-Mobile G2 will contain a 3.7 inch screen, which is a slight upgrade from the 3.2 inch screen offered by the G2. The resolution will now be 480×854, compared to the previous resolution of 320×480, the changes should be quite noticeable. Users can expect a wide range of new T-Mobile G2 accessories to accommodate these changes. Additionally, many new T-Mobile G2 cases will hit the market due to the different sizes between the G1 and G2. The two phones do include many different characteristics, even the headphone jack has now changed. The G2 now comes equipped with this standard 3.5MM headphone jack, which will possibly annoy users who purchased 2.5mm headsets for the previous model. T-Mobile G1 chargers are not compatible with T-Mobile G2 chargers, as the G2 utilizes a micro-USB port and the G1 uses a mini-USB port.

One of the bigger changes is the transition from a 3G network to a 4G network for the G2. 3G provides speeds up to 7.2Mbps, which is relatively fast to begin with, but the new G2 offers 4G capabilities which include speeds up to 14.4Mbps, almost doubling the speed of the G2′s online network. T-Mobile is currently expanding on their 4G network coverage which will provide many users with this significant speed increase.

In conclusion, the T-Mobile G2 is an obvious ugprade of the G1. The G1 was an extremely popular device, but many users still desired additional features that weren’t implemented on the first phone. The G2 not only provide missing features from the previous model but additional features as well to create a high level of anticipation for this phone’s release.