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Most awaited gadgets of 2012
A look at the products you need to keep an eye on this year.

How sensors can improve daily life
Sensors are infiltrating our lives, and they have a knack for making things better by keeping tab on things.
Technologies to look out for in 2012
What will be the new technologies that will capture our attention in the new year? The Consumer Electronic Show in Las Vegas will set the trend for 2012. Here is a preview.
Hottest devices launched at CES 2012
Acer Aspire S5,  Lenovo S2 smartphone, Lenovo IdeaTab Tablet S2, Samsung inTouch HD were among some of the hottest devices launched at CES 2012.

2012-02-01

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The most awaited titles of 2012

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Best Buys

Barbecue grill buying guide

Indian homes are warming up to the barbecue and there is a lot on the menu.

Computing

How to get voice command on your devices

The conversation might not be that good, but you don't need a Siri to talk to your gadgets.

Best freeware apps for Mac users

From video editing software to kid-safe browsers, there is a lot of open-source stuff out there that will make Mac users drool with excitement.

Accessories

Accessories for Apple devices

If you thought owning an Apple product was special, wait till you see the accessories that have been developed with just the iFamily in mind.

Mobiles

Near Field Communications: A technology primer

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A guide to NFC-enabled smartphones

You will be able to enjoy and experience NFC only if you have an NFC-enabled device. So if you are planning to upgrade your handset, why not consider one that is future-ready?

Review: HTC Rhyme, Micromax A85 Superfone, Motorola Razr

Of late there wasn't much to differentiate HTC's Android smartphones. Most of them looked similar with the only difference being their different display sizes. Surprisingly, there is something charming about the latest entrant, the Rhyme.

Monthly update on mobile phone apps

Popular online shopping portal Flipkart has launched an Android application. Easy to use, the main display of the application contains various categories listed on the website.

News

An iPad App for David Cameron

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Phone buying guide for February 2012

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Test Bench

Review: Beetel Magiq Glide

Where the new 7-incher looks exactly like its predecessor is the user interface. Running on Android 2.2, the custom UI has application tabs at the bottom-home, web, entertainment, communication and favourite.

Launch Pad

Sony Ericsson Xperia S launched

The Xperia S will be Sony Ericsson's first smartphone in the new Xperia NXT series. The Xperia S is an Android smartphone that delivers a stunning viewing experience with a 4.3-inch high resolution screen.

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