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Often I find out about new restaurants and bars when I walk by them or get a recommendation from one of my friends.  This time was different: I discovered Bixels using my Nokia Lumia 800, when I tapped nearby places in Nokia Maps. It turned out to be just a couple blocks away, and Nokia Maps showed me the best way to get there.

A baked potato café may seem a bit strange, but it?s actually a lot of fun. I shared it with some of my friends with Nokia Maps, and we had a really good time. I?ve even added it as a favourite on my smartphone ? it?s going to become one of our regular haunts, now ? and I might not have found the joint if it wasn?t for my curiosity and the helpful nearby places feature.

How does this work?  For starters, nearby places pulls information from a long list of impressive guides and reviewers like Lonely Planet, TimeOut, Trip Advisor, the AA, WCities and many more. We also look at the reviews, ratings, photos and activity of places that you, our community, add and look at on maps.nokia.com. With all this great content, plus your contributions via maps.nokia.com, combined with a little bit of magic, we can surprise you with a new great places.

We are constantly working on getting more places and making our service better for you and we always love to hear what you think about it.

If you?ve found a great new café for the perfect latte, a new hidden cocktail bar or a special place to share with your loved ones by using nearby places, let us know in the comments.

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Source: http://blog.maps.nokia.com/exploring/nearby-places-another-way-to-discover

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We usually forget that apart from an exciting research field, robotics is also a huge industry. Frank Tobe, Editor and Publisher of The Robot Report describe the robotics stock exchange map from an investor?s perspective. There are numerous companies that are currently active on robotics but only a fraction of them rely heavily on that sector, most of these stocks are influenced by other trends. There are also newly formed companies that aspire to cash in on the hype that surrounds robotics as an exotic and innovative sector without providing evidence that they are a viable and healthy investment. You can read more about robotics stocks in the article from everything-robotic.com and also in the Robot Report.

Source: http://robots.net/article/3376.html

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The LG Optimus Vu was displayed at the MWC in February and caused some ripples within the mobile phone world due to its unique dimensions ? people were arguing whether it is actually a phone or a tablet. Potentially challenging the similar Samsung Galaxy Note, we decided to take a closer look at the device in order to see whether it will take off on the UK market or not.

LG Optimus vu review

Design

The South Korean mobile phone giant LG has released this phone with clear intentions, as can be seen within the name of this phone, the ?Vu?, which displays the emphasis this phone plays upon the entertainment and display factor of the phone. The primary way that this phone sets itself apart is linked to this, through the screen that sets its dimensions at 4:3. This creates a very square looking phone, which would suggest that the phone is bulky (especially if compared to the rival Samsung Galaxy Note ? see the video below), but its ultra thin profile makes up for this at just 8.5mm that makes this phone one of the slimmest around. The size of the screen stands at five inches, which combined with the screens dimensions makes the phone ideal for entertainment purposes.

However, the problem with this is that the phone is not the easiest to hold, and navigating and using the phone is definitely a two hand job. Those who like to use their phone whilst walking or standing on public transport may find this phone difficult to use, due to the lack of ability to have the phone nicely sitting in one palm. Visually, the phone is appealing, with smart features combined with a nicely textured rear cover to the phone, with only one small logo and camera lens elsewhere on the back. Added to the exterior of the phone is a stylus that is easily accessible, and makes the phone a lot easier to use and ideal for those who require drawing ability on the phone.

Inside

LG Optimus vu review

Inside the phone, the hardware impresses. The 1.5GHz dual-core processor makes the phone run extremely smoothly, and whilst not up to the quad core phones we?ve seen on the market recently, still is sufficient for this phone. Multiple apps and entertainment features run perfectly well with this processing speed. The phone also holds a fairly standard but good sized 1GB of RAM, which is also sufficient in making the phone run well. 32 gigabites of internal storage is also enough for this phone, although there are no expandable memory ports on the phone, which limits the device for those who require a larger amount of storage. However, most users will find the 32MB to be enough.

Then we come to what is probably the best piece of hardware on the phone, which is the 8 megapixel camera. This camera provides extremely good photo quality that the screen is perfect for viewing. When we tested the camera abilities, we were very impressed, due to its sharp qualities and ability to take good quality photographs in poor light. The front facing 1.3 megapixel camera also proves up to the challenge, providing great conference calling potentials for this phone.

Software

The phone runs Android Gingerbread, which disappoints us. We would have expected Android 4.0 for this phone, but instead we are left with the older Android operating system that does little to excite us. The system runs fine however, and its saving grace is that the wide aspect ratio of the screen makes the phone unique in its navigation. Android 4.0 wouldn?t particularly add to the entertainment features, which can still easily be enjoyed on this phone. We were able to stream video on the phone via Wi-Fi which was very easily viewable and smooth due to the good quality processor.

The battery quality on the phone is good, but limited to an extent due to the high processor speeds and potentially having been decreased to make it slim enough to fit within the thin profile of the phone. In order to charge the phone, the device is placed within a docking station, which provides a prop that can mean that video can be watched hands free. However, the charger can also be detached making the docking station not essential, which makes the charger more transportable.

Conclusion

In conclusion, this phone will gain both lovers and haters due to its dimensions. Like all phones of a unique nature, we don?t expect it to make a massive mark in the UK. That?s not to say that this isn?t a bad phone, however. Such experiments with phones are beneficial to the overall market, and will please many phone users that the format which this phone takes will appeal to. We will not be expecting to see school kids walking down the road with this item, but the occasional entertainment loving businessman may wish to invest in this, which may result in us seeing this in a few offices soon. The video conferences capabilities of this phone are great, which may add to that factor, with the docking station providing a great opportunity to bring video conferencing further into the business world in the UK.

The biggest problem that the phone may face however is its astronomical mark up price it went on sale in Korea for, at $900 USD. In reality, how many people will be willing to fork out such a sum? The release date for the UK still hasn?t been confirmed, but when it does we will be looking with anticipation at whether this phone makes any dent in the market at all. And before that, you can have a look at the hands-on video below:

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Source: http://www.techatlast.com/lg-optimus-vu-review

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A new start-up company from Spain is the latest addition to the very popular sector of multirotor aerial platforms. Intelligenia Dynamics aspires to provide a complete and competent aerial platform with substantial automation and embedded intelligence. Their website describe many of the possible application like remote inspection, fire prevention, rescue etc although not in depth. The generalized missions are more or less widely known, the difficult part is to develop a mature product or a complete solution and offer it commercially; very few companies have achieved that level.

The most interesting part at least from what they have already published is the UAV-01 platform. It may not be something groundbreaking but it looks very well designed with attention to detail. Instead of four single motor/props it has four double propeller co-axial units. That set-up is more expensive and slightly more complicated than a conventional quadrotor but it provides more lift for a given volume and it can also produce a more agile vehicle with quicker and more precise thrust control at each unit. The motors appear to be off the shelf commercial items (from Himax) although this is just the prototype. Apart from that, the frame and fuselage is well designed and offer a cartridge type battery swap. You can read more about intelligenia DYNAMICS at iuav.com

Source: http://robots.net/article/3372.html

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We usually forget that apart from an exciting research field, robotics is also a huge industry. Frank Tobe, Editor and Publisher of The Robot Report describe the robotics stock exchange map from an investor?s perspective. There are numerous companies that are currently active on robotics but only a fraction of them rely heavily on that sector, most of these stocks are influenced by other trends. There are also newly formed companies that aspire to cash in on the hype that surrounds robotics as an exotic and innovative sector without providing evidence that they are a viable and healthy investment. You can read more about robotics stocks in the article from everything-robotic.com and also in the Robot Report.

Source: http://robots.net/article/3376.html

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Source: http://www.bgr.com/2012/05/15/apple-iphone-ipad-shipments/

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The LG Optimus Vu was displayed at the MWC in February and caused some ripples within the mobile phone world due to its unique dimensions ? people were arguing whether it is actually a phone or a tablet. Potentially challenging the similar Samsung Galaxy Note, we decided to take a closer look at the device in order to see whether it will take off on the UK market or not.

LG Optimus vu review

Design

The South Korean mobile phone giant LG has released this phone with clear intentions, as can be seen within the name of this phone, the ?Vu?, which displays the emphasis this phone plays upon the entertainment and display factor of the phone. The primary way that this phone sets itself apart is linked to this, through the screen that sets its dimensions at 4:3. This creates a very square looking phone, which would suggest that the phone is bulky (especially if compared to the rival Samsung Galaxy Note ? see the video below), but its ultra thin profile makes up for this at just 8.5mm that makes this phone one of the slimmest around. The size of the screen stands at five inches, which combined with the screens dimensions makes the phone ideal for entertainment purposes.

However, the problem with this is that the phone is not the easiest to hold, and navigating and using the phone is definitely a two hand job. Those who like to use their phone whilst walking or standing on public transport may find this phone difficult to use, due to the lack of ability to have the phone nicely sitting in one palm. Visually, the phone is appealing, with smart features combined with a nicely textured rear cover to the phone, with only one small logo and camera lens elsewhere on the back. Added to the exterior of the phone is a stylus that is easily accessible, and makes the phone a lot easier to use and ideal for those who require drawing ability on the phone.

Inside

LG Optimus vu review

Inside the phone, the hardware impresses. The 1.5GHz dual-core processor makes the phone run extremely smoothly, and whilst not up to the quad core phones we?ve seen on the market recently, still is sufficient for this phone. Multiple apps and entertainment features run perfectly well with this processing speed. The phone also holds a fairly standard but good sized 1GB of RAM, which is also sufficient in making the phone run well. 32 gigabites of internal storage is also enough for this phone, although there are no expandable memory ports on the phone, which limits the device for those who require a larger amount of storage. However, most users will find the 32MB to be enough.

Then we come to what is probably the best piece of hardware on the phone, which is the 8 megapixel camera. This camera provides extremely good photo quality that the screen is perfect for viewing. When we tested the camera abilities, we were very impressed, due to its sharp qualities and ability to take good quality photographs in poor light. The front facing 1.3 megapixel camera also proves up to the challenge, providing great conference calling potentials for this phone.

Software

The phone runs Android Gingerbread, which disappoints us. We would have expected Android 4.0 for this phone, but instead we are left with the older Android operating system that does little to excite us. The system runs fine however, and its saving grace is that the wide aspect ratio of the screen makes the phone unique in its navigation. Android 4.0 wouldn?t particularly add to the entertainment features, which can still easily be enjoyed on this phone. We were able to stream video on the phone via Wi-Fi which was very easily viewable and smooth due to the good quality processor.

The battery quality on the phone is good, but limited to an extent due to the high processor speeds and potentially having been decreased to make it slim enough to fit within the thin profile of the phone. In order to charge the phone, the device is placed within a docking station, which provides a prop that can mean that video can be watched hands free. However, the charger can also be detached making the docking station not essential, which makes the charger more transportable.

Conclusion

In conclusion, this phone will gain both lovers and haters due to its dimensions. Like all phones of a unique nature, we don?t expect it to make a massive mark in the UK. That?s not to say that this isn?t a bad phone, however. Such experiments with phones are beneficial to the overall market, and will please many phone users that the format which this phone takes will appeal to. We will not be expecting to see school kids walking down the road with this item, but the occasional entertainment loving businessman may wish to invest in this, which may result in us seeing this in a few offices soon. The video conferences capabilities of this phone are great, which may add to that factor, with the docking station providing a great opportunity to bring video conferencing further into the business world in the UK.

The biggest problem that the phone may face however is its astronomical mark up price it went on sale in Korea for, at $900 USD. In reality, how many people will be willing to fork out such a sum? The release date for the UK still hasn?t been confirmed, but when it does we will be looking with anticipation at whether this phone makes any dent in the market at all. And before that, you can have a look at the hands-on video below:

Amelia  (1 Posts)

Amelia is from Rightmonilephone, which offers the best iPhone deals at the moment. She’s also interested in video games, sports and healthy lifestyle.

Source: http://www.techatlast.com/lg-optimus-vu-review

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