Samsung is one company that helped to make phablets a thing, launching the original Galaxy Note way back in 2011. Fast-forward five years and Samsung is still cranking out phablets, with the latest model being the Galaxy A9.
The Samsung Galaxy A9 has been officially introduced in China, boasting a 6-inch 1920×1080 Super AMOLED display that’s the largest in Samsung’s Galaxy A family of devices. To compare, the Galaxy A3 has a 4.7-inch screen, the A5 has a 5.2-inch display, and the Galaxy A7 has a 5.5-inch display. One thing that the Galaxy A9 has in common with its Galaxy A siblings, though, is its Galaxy S6 styling, which includes a metal trim.
The Galaxy A9 is powered by an octa-core Snapdragon 652 — formerly Snapdragon 620 — processor that’s paired with 3GB of RAM. It’s got 13-megapixel rear and 8-megapixel front cameras, 32GB of storage, a microSD that’ll let you supplement that with additional storage, and both NFC and MST support for Samsung Pay. One other notable feature of the Galaxy A9 is its battery, which measures in at 4000mAh.
Samsung is planning to launch the Galaxy A9 in China, but there’s no word yet on how much it’ll cost.
The A9 looks like an interesting phablet option for folks that are into those big devices. It’s not quite as high-end as the Galaxy Note 5, but its spec list is pretty respectable. And when you combine features like a 1920×1080 display and Snapdragon 652 with a 4000mAh battery, the Galaxy A9 should get some pretty decent battery life. So if you like phablets and want one with solid battery life, be sure to keep an eye out for the A9 in China’s shops or your preferred device import shop.
A YouTube spokesperson told the Wall Street Journal that T-Mobile is throttling all video traffic to its subscribers, whether or not you opted out of Binge On.
Binge On is T-Mobile’s newest Un-Carrier movement that gives customers the freedom to stream video from any of the approved video services without counting against your monthly data allowance.
T-Mobile is receiving a lot of flak from net neutrality supporters deeming that T-Mobile is treating data unfairly and not providing internet that is fair for all internet services.
Magenta hasn’t yet replied to the accusations made by YouTube, but it has said that customers are really enjoying Binge On and “customers love having free streaming video that never hits their data bucket”.
The problem here lies with T-Mobile degrading all other video traffic and not notifying the customer of what’s going on. We have seen situations like these end up in FCC fines *cough* AT&T *cough* where the carrier was throttling its subscribers without their knowledge.
Parecía difícil, pero este final de año está siendo de infarto. Hoy os traemos otro de esos teléfonos tan esperados y que nos veníais pidiendo a gritos. Hoy es el turno de analizar el Xiaomi Redmi Note 3, el primer terminal de la firma china con cuerpo de aluminio y lector de huellas. ¿Será tan bueno como sus predecesores? ¡Quédate con nosotros para averiguarlo!
Características y especificaciones técnicas
Ya os lo hemos señalado en el título de este artículo, el Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 es el primer terminal de la marca china fabricado en metal, más precisamente en aluminio y magnesio. Es de agradecer que Xiaomi se olvide del plástico y empiece a imitar lo que ya otras muchas marcas asiáticas con menos renombre han comenzado a hacer, a lanzar dispositivos con aspecto premium.
Como resultado tenemos un smartphone muy bonito y que sienta muy bien a la mano gracias a unas medidas de 15 cm x 7,6 cm x 8,6 mm y un peso de 164 gramos. Unas cifras que pueden parecer algo elevadas a simple vista, pero recordemos que estamos ante un phablet.
Atendiendo a las especificaciones de este Xiaomi Redmi Note 3, nos encontramos con un procesador MediaTek Helio X10, una PowerVR G6200, 2/3 GB de memoria RAM, 16/32 GB de almacenamiento y una asombrosa batería de 4.000 mAh, que hará que nos olvidemos de cargar todas las noches este terminal. Especificaciones de gama alta, un rendimiento asombroso y un precio –del que luego hablaremos– muy contenido. De momento Xiaomi nos vuelve a sorprender.
Otra de las novedades, además del aspecto metálico, es la incorporación de un lector de huellas que funciona de manera increíble. La competencia ya está introduciendo este elemento en prácticamente todos sus terminales, por lo que ya era hora de que Xiaomi también lo hiciera. También tenemos LTE, carga rápida, radio FM aunque no contaremos ni con NFC ni con ranura para microSD.
Respecto al software, Android 5.0.2 Lollipop bajo la capa propia de Xiaomi, MIUI 7. Es muy diferente a Android puro, pero se trata de una capa de personalización que funciona muy bien, con mucha personalidad y que cuanto más la utilices, más gusta. Nada que ver con esas capas que no aportan nada a los terminales.
El Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 tiene una pantalla de 5,5 pulgadas IPS con resolución FHD. Una pantalla muy correcta que si bien no está a la altura de las mejores, no podemos sacar fallos graves. En cuanto al apartado sonoro, el teléfono se comporta muy decentemente.
Pero si hasta ahora todo han sido buenas palabras respecto del Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 –hardware casi puntero, diseño excelente y una pantalla notable–, es el momento del estirón de orejas. El apartado fotográfico del phablet de Xiaomi deja mucho que desear. Una cámara trasera de 13 megapíxeles que decepciona un poco. Era lógico, en algún lado había que recortar pero… existen alternativas a precios similares cuya cámara es mucho mejor. Tenedlo en cuenta.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 3
Dimensiones
15 cm x 7,6 cm x 8,6 mm
Peso
164 gramos
Pantalla
5,5 pulgadas IPS con resolución FHD
Densidad de píxeles
403 ppi
Procesador
MediaTek Helio X10 y PowerVR G6200
RAM
2/3 GB
Sistema operativo
Android 5.0.2 Lollipop y MIUI 7
Almacenamiento
16/32 GB
Cámaras
Trasera de 13 megapíxeles y delantera de 5 megapíxeles
Batería
4.000 mAh
Otros
LTE, radio FM, cara rápida, lector de huellas
Precio de salida
196 euros
Análisis en vídeo
Precio
Podemos encontrar el Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 a un precio de unos 196 euros. Un precio de gama baja/media para un terminal de especificaciones casi tope de gamas.
Un terminal increíble a un precio todavía más increíble. Como todo lo que hace Xiaomi, su Redmi Note 3 es una ganga. Un rendimiento equiparable al de un tope de gama, pero a un precio irresistible. Y por si fuera poco, es el primer Xiaomi con cuerpo de metal y lector de huellas.
Pocas contras podemos encontrar a este dispositivo, salvo su decepcionante cámara. Así que, salvo que seas un amante de la fotografía, Xiaomi nos vuelve a ofrecer un producto casi redondo. ¿Quién ofrece tanto por tan poco? Pues los de siempre, los chinos de Xiaomi.
Puntos positivos
Diseño : Ya era hora que Xiaomi abandonara el plástico por el metal.
Batería : 4.000 mAh de batería y a olvidarse de los enchufes.
Hardware : Especificaciones de gama alta a precio de gama baja.
Puntos negativos
Cámara : En algo había que recortar está claro, pero es que es realmente floja.
Pequeñas ausencias : Como la microSD o el NFC que modelos de la competencia directa si ofrecen.
Dreams of becoming a T. rex, or at least controlling one, are now a reality thanks to innovative new software developed by scientists at the University of Manchester and University of Southampton.
Population health management has made significant inroads due to the emergence of various integrated delivery systems including patient-centered medical homes, hospital-based readmission prevention programs and accountable care organizations. It’s also become crucial as the industry rapidly transitions from fee for service to fee for value.
Since Michael Dell took his company private in late 2013, the computing giant has been on a proverbial execution tear. Though some may have scoffed at the idea, there was clearly plenty of merit to the benefits of being free from the shackles of answering to Wall Street, and just going after what the company’s management, marketing and engineering teams felt would bring the ROI. Around this time last year, Dell unveiled their flagship 13-inch XPS 13 notebook with its near bezel-less Infinity Edge display and hybrid carbon fiber construction. The new notebook was heaped with praise primarily for its industrial design chops, ergonomics and gorgeous styling. It was so well-received in fact that questions immediately started circulating whether or not Dell would bring the same sort of revamp to their 15-inch XPS 15 line as well.
Traditional approaches to managing high-risk populations contributed to rising costs that soared from 9 percent of GDP in 1980, to more than 18 percent of GDP and rising. Significant gaps in the care of high-risk populations, an escalating rate of chronic disease and the aging of America, add up to less than desirable outcomes.
New apps need lovin’ too, right? Every day there are thousands of additions to the Google Play store, but many go unnoticed and never receive the attention they deserve. We’ve shown in the past that this community can discover great apps and propel them to new heights. Our weekly Fresh Meat column highlights new apps with fewer than 100,000 installs. Browse our new Android app picks below and let us know which ones you enjoy.
Skype for Business
Description:Skype for Business, formerly Lync 2013, for Android extends the power of Lync and Skype to your favorite mobile device: voice & video over wireless, rich presence, instant messaging, conferencing, and calling features from a single, easy-to-use interface.
Description: KeyMe is a safe, smart and inexpensive solution to frustrating lockouts, and a convenient way to copy and share your keys. Simply scan your keys into the app and our software does the rest.
Description: Connections, a Microsoft Garage project, helps you better manage your relationship with your contacts – be it friends, family, customers, vendors or suppliers. It helps you capture and surface important information so that you can be organized and prepared.
Description: Wallpapers QHD (Backgrounds) are beautiful wallpapers for your phone and tablet. Cool wallpaper in the highest resolution (HD wallpapers and QHD wallpapers) and, of course, 3D wallpapers.
Description: Developer Browser is a fast,small & incognito browser , easy-to-use. Developer Browser delivers a frictionless user experience designed for one task – to search the web effortlessly.
Description: The WEARVR App is here to help you find the latest and greatest Virtual Reality content for your mobile device. No longer will you have to scour the web for Android compatible VR apps – they’re all here!
Description: Chromer allows you to use chrome custom tabs on your phone without requiring app developers to implement it manually. By doing so, you get a lighter, faster and secure browsing experience!
Description: Microsoft Apps makes it easy to find the best apps from Microsoft available on your Android device. Browse Microsoft’s extensive selection of apps across categories like Productivity, Education, Entertainment, Communication, News, and more.
Description: Pick the perfect song for the moment and shoot a few takes, anywhere. With the tap of a button Triller edits them together to create a celebrity-quality music video starring you and your friends that looks like the ones your favorite artists produce.
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