Viewsonic's 22-inches Tablet

Yes, you did read that right. 22-inches. Putting Toshiba's 13-inch effort in the shade, Viewsonic could be about to go where no Android OEM has gone before by introducing a tablet the size of a PC monitor.
Touted as a "smart business tablet monitor," the colossal Ice Cream Sandwich device could be set for it's first public viewing at the forthcoming Computex show in Taipei.
What the average consumer could do with something like this remains to be seen. If it does exist though, it's an interesting concept and exciting to see companies thinking outside the box. Probably wouldn't want to take this on the bus to work though.
No word on prospective specs or pricing for whatever this turns out to be, but at 22-inches, it's not likely to be cheap. Computex is only a few days away though, so we'll know soon enough.

Windows 8 Launcher for Android

The ability to run custom launchers is one which certainly gives Android the edge over rivaling mobile OSes, and Go Launcher – a home screen alternative we featured a short while ago – is without doubt one of the best around.

Often referred to as "home screen replacements" as well as simply launchers, some of the better ones can yield fantastic results, and Android’s open source-ness presents the perfect breeding ground for them to flourish. Unlike other mobile OSes, which offer precious little in the way of home screen customization, launchers allow you to alter the way the home screen acts, presents itself when the home button on your device is pressed. Best of all, you needn’t be a seasoned Android hacker or developer in order to install it – simply download, install and enjoy.

One of the most recognizable features of the upcoming Windows 8 OS has to be the beautiful Metro user interface, which offers tiles galore in a new, yet seemingly popular approach. Thanks to a brand new Go Launcher theme, you can enjoy something representative of the tiled UI on your Android device.

OK, so it’s not strictly metro – the tiles are all the same size, and arranged in a suspiciously Android / iOS-esque manner, but the cleanliness and minimalism still shines though, if you’re a fan of simple, elegant design, then you needn’t look much further than the Windows 8 Go Launcher Theme, a free download over at the Google Play Store.

If you’ve already installed Go Launcher, then installing the Windows 8 theme is none too difficult. Simply download the theme package from the link below, press the menu button while on the home screen, and click "theme". Then, simply select "Windows 8 Go Launcher theme,"followed by "Apply."

The perfectly symmetrical layout of Android remains prevalent, so don’t expect the full-on Windows 8 experience complete with expanding tiles. Nonetheless, it’s sharp, smart, and will improve the look of any Android home screen, so why not download via the link below and give it a try for yourself?

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iTranslate iPhone/iPod/iPad

What do you get when you combine the interface and responsiveness of Siri with the multi-linguistic prowess of Google Translate? Well, a new app for iOS called iTranslate Voice offers a pretty good amalgamation of the two, and is actually surprisingly accurate in its translations.

Translating from one language to another used to be something reserved solely for human translators – most of whom charge premium rates to perfectly process text or speech from one language to another. Google Translate, which is not the finished article by any means, does a pretty decent job in a hurry, and unlike the many word-for-word auto-translation programs and webpages out there, it actually tries to structure the translated text as per the desired language.

Siri, meanwhile, is another unrefined gem in the technology spectrum, and although it has garnered a fair amount of attention, it does have some difficulty hearing and processing a variety of commands – particularly those from a non-American.

Thus, iTranslate Voice does require you speak in a slow, almost patronizing manor in order to properly hear what you’re trying to say, but for a 99 cent app, it actually performs surprisingly well.

It’s not going to translate more than a few short words or a sentence at a time, so it will not suffice for the power users out there, but if you need to quickly translate a phrase, iTranslate Voice is the most convenient and accurate app we’ve encountered here at Redmond Pie.

Created by Sonico Mobile, the Siri-like interface isn’t the only thing iTranslate Voice has in common with Apple’s system-wide voice recognition technology – it’s also powered by the same technology – Nuance, and if Siri were ever to offer support for instantaneous translations, this app demonstrates how it would likely look.

Your conversations with iTranslate Voice are initiated by touching a circular, Siri-esque glowing microphone button, and to add a little spice to the interface, flags of the countries you’re translating to and from are also displayed.

iTranslate covers an impressive 31 languages, but not all of them support both text-to-speech and voice recognition. It requires an internet connection for translations to take place, although it would be useful if there was the option to store some common phrases locally for offline reference – such as in-flight learning before touching down in a new country. Maybe in an update?

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The Vampire Diaries Season 3 Episode 22 : The Departed

Jeremy does everything he can to protect his sister; Elena is sick of her complicated life and reminisces about easier times; Damon and Stefon's mission goes awry when Elena needs assistance; Tyler and Caroline have their backs against the wall; Bonnie makes a decision that that spells out big trouble

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NOVA 3 : iPhone/iPod/iPad

Gaming on mobile devices such as the iPhone and iPad is fast becoming a huge business for both Apple and the video game developers, and when talking about publishing houses, the one which is on the top shelf is Gameloft. In the recent rise in popularity of mobile gaming, there has been a number of games that have rose to prominence, with Gameloft’s N.O.V.A. being right up there at the top.

Following on from the success of the previous action packed installment, Gameloft has pushed out the latest in the series by flipping the switch on N.O.V.A. 3 – Near Orbit Vanguard Alliance, abbreviated to N.O.V.A., is a fast packed, action-adventure type game that has been around on the App Store since 2009. Fans of the game, and mobile gaming in general, will be delighted to know that the hero Kal Warden is back, fighting the good fight to protect the Earth and all that is precious.

The developers of the franchise released a trailer yesterday to promote the latest in the N.O.V.A series, with the full release set to land in the UK and USA App Stores at around midnight, which is just a few hours from now. In terms of enjoyment and gameplay, this latest version will pack no serious surprises, brining users a total of ten levels to fight their way through against the enemy. After taking initial control of Warden, gamers will find themselves swarmed by enemies on planet Earth before ultimately finishing the saga on the Volterite capital.

As you would expect, Gameloft have brought their ‘A’ game when it comes to graphics and overall visual experience with this latest release. With gaming houses such as Infinity Ward constantly raising the bar, other development studios need to hit the same standards with their products or face being left behind. N.O.V.A. 3 brings a dramatic improvement to thephysics engine and cinematic effects that are brought about through various techniques and lighting handling methods.

The game will feature a new 12-player multiplayer mode, and a great perk to share a vehicle with a friend, something that is sure to add a whole new depth to the game. With six game modes, ten different levels and massively enhanced graphics, N.O.V.A. 3 looks like it will be a huge hit amongst mobile gamers and should be hitting the App Store, today.

New features include; 12-player multiplayer on six maps, enhanced vehicle gameplay, and ton of new weapons and enemies.

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Meet the new Galaxy : Samsung Galaxy S III

After all the rumors, leaks and hype, we finally get to lay eyes on the Samsung Galaxy S III -- the unicorn of the Android world. It's impressive to say the least, big, beautiful, and built with natural curves to set it apart from the pack. We're even digging the fact that it isn't just your basic black. It's safe to say Samsung has went all out to bring us the best they have to offer.
There's a lot of new technology packed in there as well. Natural Interactions recognize your voice, and your face, and new motion gestures make it something new and different. We love new and different.
Regarding U.S. availability, Samsung's official statement:
Samsung Mobile is planning a U.S. version of Galaxy S III, optimized for the fastest LTE and HSPA+ networks in the U.S., which will be available in the summer of 2012. Exact timing and retail channel availability is not being announced at this time. We believe the Galaxy S III is the most anticipated product in the 20-year history of Samsung Mobile; therefore, we will continue to share information as it becomes available.
Hit the break to see the full press release.

Samsung Introduces the GALAXY S III, the Smartphone

Designed for Humans and Inspired by Nature

Effortlessly smart and intuitively simple,

Samsung GALAXY S III reveals a new concept of smartphone

London, UK—May 3, 2012—Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, a global leader in digital media and digital convergence technologies, announced today the third generation GALAXY S, the GALAXY S III. Designed for humans and inspired by nature, the GALAXY S III is a smartphone that recognizes your voice, understands your intention, and lets you share a moment instantly and easily.
This sleek and innovative smartphone has the enhanced intelligence to make everyday life easier. With Samsung GALAXY S III, you can view the content like never before on the device’s 4.8 inch HD Super AMOLED display. An 8MP camera and a 1.9MP front camera offer users a variety of intelligent camera features and face recognition related options that ensure all moments are captured easily and instantly. Samsung GALAXY S III is powered by Android™ 4.0, Ice Cream Sandwich, with greatly enhanced usability and practicality to make life easier. Packed with intuitive technology, the GALAXY S III delivers a uniquely personalized mobile experience that refuses to be compromised.
“With the GALAXY S III, Samsung has maximized the consumer benefits by integrating superior hardware with enhanced smartphone usability,” said JK Shin, President and Head of IT & Mobile Communications Division at Samsung. “Designed to be both effortlessly smart and intuitively simple, the GALAXY S III has been created with our human needs and capabilities in mind. What makes me most proud is that it enables one of the most seamless, natural and human-centric mobile experiences, opening up a new horizon that allows you to live a life extraordinary.”
Introducing Natural Interaction

The GALAXY S III enhances the interaction experience between the device and user. Smart enough to detect your face, voice and motions, the GALAXY S III adapts to the individual user to provide a more convenient and natural experience. With the innovative ‘Smart stay’ feature, the GALAXY S III recognizes how you are using your phone – reading an e-book or browsing the web for instance – by having the front camera identify your eyes; the phone maintains a bright display for continued viewing pleasure.
The GALAXY S III features ‘S Voice,’ the advanced natural language user interface, to listen and respond to your words. In addition to allowing information search and basic device-user communication, S Voice presents powerful functions in regards to device control and commands. When your phone alarm goes off but you need a little extra rest, just tell the GALAXY S III “snooze.” You can also use S Voice to play your favorite songs, turn the volume up or down, send text messages and emails, organize your schedules, or automatically launch the camera and capture a photo.
In addition to recognizing your face and voice, the GALAXY S III understands your motions to offer maximized usability. If you are messaging someone but decide to call them instead, simply lift your phone to your ear and ‘Direct call’ will dial their number. With ‘Smart alert,’ the GALAXY S III will also save you from trouble by catching any missed messages or calls; your phone will vibrate to notify missed statuses when picked up after being idle.
Easy and Instant Sharing

The Samsung GALAXY S III is more than a personal device that can be enjoyed by one user - it wants you to share and experience smartphone benefits with family and friends, regardless of where you are. With the new ‘S Beam,’ the GALAXY S III expands upon Android™ Beam™, allowing a 1GB movie file to be shared within three minutes and a 10MB music file within two seconds by simply touching another GALAXY S III phone, even without a Wi-Fi or cellular signal. The ‘Buddy photo share’ function also allows photos to be easily and simultaneously shared with all your friends pictured in an image directly from the camera or the photo gallery.
With ‘AllShare Cast’, users can wirelessly connect their GALAXY S III to their television to immediately transfer smartphone content onto a larger display. ‘AllShare Play’ can be also used to instantly share any forms of files between GALAXY S III and your tablet, PC, and televisions regardless of the distance between the devices. Under AllShare Play is also the ‘Group Cast’ feature that allows you to share your screen among multiple friends on the same Wi-Fi network; you can make comments and draw changes at the same time with your co-workers, witnessing real-time sharing on your individual device.
Human-centric Design with Uncompromised Performance

The GALAXY S III not only presents features with enhanced usability, but also provides an ergonomic and comfortable experience through its human-centric design. Its comfortable grip, gentle curves, and organic form deliver a rich human-centric feel and design. Inspired by nature, its design concept is the flow and movement of nature. The elements of wind, water and light are all evoked in the physical construct of the GALAXY S III. In its essence, the minimal organic design identity is reflected in the smooth and non-linear lines of the device. Available in Pebble Blue and Marble White at launch, Samsung will introduce a variety of additional color options.
With a 4.8” HD Super AMOLED display, the GALAXY S III offers a large and vivid viewing experience. Samsung Mobile’s heritage Super AMOLED display even enhances to HD and 16:9 wider viewing angles. To ensure faster content sharing and connectivity, the GALAXY S III offers Wi-Fi Channel Bonding which doubles the Wi-Fi bandwidth.
The GALAXY S III also sports a range of additional features that boost performance and the overall user experience in entirely new ways. It introduces ‘Pop up play,’ a feature that allows you to play a video anywhere on your screen while simultaneously running other tasks, eliminating the need to close and restart videos when checking new emails or surfing the Web. Its 8MP camera features a zero-lag shutter speed that lets you capture moving objects easily without delay – the image you see is the picture you take. With the ‘Burst shot’ function that instantly captures twenty continuous shots, and the ‘Best photo’ feature that selects the best of eight photographs for you, the GALAXY S III ensures users a more enhanced and memorable camera experience. HD video can be recorded even with the 1.9MP front-facing camera, which you can use to capture a video of yourself. Improved backside illumination further helps to eliminate blur in photos that result from shaking, even under low lights.
Mobile payment is also accessible with the device through advanced Near Field Communication (NFC) technology. The gaming experience is enhanced through ‘Game Hub,’ providing access to numerous social games, while Video Hub brings users high quality TV and movies. Furthermore, Samsung Music Hub will offer a personal music streaming service. Game Hub, Video Hub and Music Hub will be introduced in select countries initially and soon rolled out to global markets.
The Samsung GALAXY S III will be available from the end of May in Europe before rolling out to other markets globally.
For multimedia content and more detailed information, please visit www.samsungmobilepress.com.

As Samsung announces its latest flagship smartphone, take a quick look under the hood and see what's powering the new Galaxy S III --

Quad-core Samsung Exynos chip @ 1.4 GHz, as previously announced
HSPA+21 and LTE versions
4.8-inch HD SuperAMOLED 720x1280 screen
8MP / Front 1.9MP camera (720p video recording)
2100mAh battery
1GB RAM
Wifi Channel Bonding
Bluetooth 4.0(LE)
Accelerometer, Notification light, Digital compass, Proximity sensor, Gyro, NFC, Barometer
1080p video playback
Various multimedia codecs supported
MHL/DLNA
Dimensions: 136.6 x 70.6 x 8.6mm
Weight: 133 grams


Available in blue and white.