ipad business application

ipad business application
Why the iPad Isn’t Ready for the Office
By David Coursey, PCWorld
Despite the availability of its own version of iWorks, Apple’s new iPad remains an entertainment device, not an obvious business tool. Still, it has possibilities
The closer the business app is to entertainment, the better the iPad looks. That makes sense, but it is also a real opportunity.Apple’s new baby seems to be an excellent tool for small group business presentations, where its ability to run video, play audio, and show presentations can be put to good use.
So what is the iPad is nothing more than a supersized iPod touch.
As for “real” business applications, in the hands of talented developers, the iPad could turn into something useful, if not revolutionary. Though today it would be hard to justify asking the boss buy iPads for employees, in coming months that could change.
With that in mind, here is a quick-and-dirty rundown of the pros and cons of the iPad as a business tool.
Pros:

• E-readers are becoming business tools and the iPad looks like one heck of an e-reader. Some business users will buy an iPad just to read newspapers, magazines, and books. And that use alone might justify the purchase.
• Custom reference material will doubtless be loaded onto the iPad, making it a carry around service and support library in some applications. Video content could also be loaded for use in the field.
• In reference and education applications, the iPad is likely to be a big win. But, those are merely business extensions of the consumer applications for which the iPad was designed.
• iPads, as noted previously, could be excellent presentation tools. This is another extension of entertainment apps, but making presentations is core to almost all businesses. I can imagine many salespeople carrying an iPad to use with customers.
• iWork, Apple’s business productivity suite for Mac, will be offered as iPad-enhanced versions of its three individual apps, Keynote, Pages, and Numbers. I have a bit of an imagination gap as to why I’d want to use an iPad to create presentations, documents, and spreadsheets. But, I can see editing and sharing them on such a device, with the iPad being much easier to pass around at meetings.
• Runs existing iPhone apps. This will give people something to do until real iPad applications are developed.
• With the SDK easily available, some enterprises might develop their own apps for the platform or buy commercial software for applications like Point-of-Sale.

Cons:

• Existing apps, at least the ones shown on Apple’s web site, look like they are intended for the visually-impaired. Not different or better, just bigger than on the iPhone/iPod touch. Not sure there is any gain if you already have an iPhone or iPod touch.
• Will Apple sell enough iPads to make the platform interesting to developers of business apps? Probably, but sales may be slow compared to iPhone and iPod touch apps. My bet: iPad apps will be more expensive than iPhone software.
• The lack of a real built-in keyboard is an obvious issue that probably prevents the iPad from ever being a real business device. The outboard keyboard options are nice, but the idea that lots of people will use these to turn the iPad into a notebook/netbook-like device seems far-fetched.
• Handwriting recognition was the bane of Apple’s Newton handheld, so it’s not surprising the iPad doesn’t even make an attempt. Still, written notes and forms are a big part of business and a business tablet needs to support them. Apple would be wise to offer a fine-point stylus for use with the iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch. The one I’ve seen isn’t really suitable for handwriting.
• No real GPS (it appears from the specs) nor will the 3G wireless work for voice calls, though I suppose VoIP is a possibility.

Steve Jobs’ claims aside, the iPad is not a revolutionary, third-category device. Apple needs people to think it is, but it’s really not that different from a really big iPod. As a business tool, it has some possibilities, but they won’t be realized until iPad-specific business apps become available.
And even then, the iPad’s inherent limitations will likely make it a business tool only for its most dedicated fans.
David Coursey has been writing about technology products and companies for more than 25 years. He tweets as @techinciter and may be contacted via his Web site

GeForce GTX 570

 GeForce GTX 570


Happy new year! Two thousand ten was a big year for powerful graphics cards, and 2011 will be no different. Having just been introduced to the Radeon HD 6900-series and GeForce GTX 570, we're on the cusp of a dual-GPU Radeon 6990, code-named Antilles. Our hope, of course, will be that Nvidia counters with its own GF110-based board to make the ultra-high-end a lot more interesting early on.



What about the market as it stands today, though? Cards are disappearing off of store shelves and prices are shifting. The Radeon HD 5800-series is already becoming scarce, but blowout pricing makes these cards a potentially great deal (with some Radeon HD 5850s and 5870s as low as $170 and $270, respectively). We can't give them a solid recommendation because availability is limited, but at these prices you should certainly consider a discounted Radeon HD 5800 card if you can find it.


The new Radeon HD 6800s recently dropped a few dollars, too, with the 6850 and 6870 found as low as $180 and $230. The GeForce GTX 460 is priced close to the 6850, but the GeForce GTX 470 typically costs $30 more than the 6870, at the time of writing. This spread is a little higher than it should be from a price/performance valuation, so we're taking the recommendation away from the GeForce GTX 470 until the cost falls a little more in line.

The flagships from both camps are increasingly becoming hard to find, especially the Radeon HD 5970. This makes sense, since it will soon be replaced, but the GeForce GTX 580 is also looking limited, especially on Newegg and Zipzoomfly (TigerDirect and Mwave both have a handful of brands in stock). Perhaps the shortage is due to the inevitable demand of the holidays, but we'll keep an eye on retail stock nevertheless.

Aside from this, the world waits to see what Sandy Bridge and Fusion will soon do for integrated graphics, and we wait with bated breath for the new dual GPU-equipped high end to arrive.
A few simple guidelines to keep in mind when reading this list:

• This list is for gamers who want to get the most for their money. If you don’t play games, then the cards on this list are more expensive than what you really need. We've added a reference page at the end of the column covering integrated graphics processors, which is likely more apropos.
• The criteria to get on this list are strictly price/performance. We acknowledge that recommendations for multiple video cards, such as two Radeon cards in CrossFire mode or two GeForce cards in SLI, typically require a motherboard that supports CrossFire or SLI and a chassis with more space to install multiple graphics cards. They also require a beefier power supply compared to what a single card needs, and will almost certainly produce more heat than a single card. Keep these factors in mind when making your purchasing decision. In most cases, if we have recommended a multiple-card solution, we try to recommend a single-card honorable mention at a comparable price point for those who find multi-card setups undesirable.
• Prices and availability change on a daily basis. We can’t base our decisions on always-changing pricing information, but we can list some good cards that you probably won’t regret buying at the price ranges we suggest, along with real-time prices from our PriceGrabber engine, for your reference.
• The list is based on some of the best U.S. prices from online retailers. In other countries or at retail stores, your mileage will most certainly vary.
• These are new card prices. No used or open-box cards are in the list; they might represent a good deal, but it’s outside the scope of what we’re trying to do.

from - http://www.tomshardware.com

Xperia Play price

Xperia Play price






The folks over at theGamerBuzz recently discovered a contest on Facebook offering the Xperia Play up for grabs (PlayStation Phone for those of you still out of the loop) and might have uncovered the price of the Xperia Play at the same time. In the rules of the contest, where the organizers usually let people know the approximate value of the prize, it is stated that the prize is worth $400. Since the prize of the contest is the Xperia Play, we can put the price of the phone to be approximately $400, and that is how much it costs unsubsidized. With carriers thrown into the mix, we should see the phone selling for much cheaper with a 2-year contract, although $400 is not a bad price to pay for the first ever PlayStation-certified Android handphone. What do you think of the $400 price tag? Will you be interested in purchasing it? Head here to check out our hands-on experience with the Xperia Play.

Xperia Play battery life

Sony Ericsson says that it is possible to play with the device for 5 and a half hours without having to recharge it.
Talking with the phone drains the battery a bit less. Manufacturer promises that the phone battery enables 8 hours and 25 minutes of talk time and 425 hours of stand-by.

Xperia Play Price
The exact price of Xperia Play is not yet known, but it has been suggested that it could be around $750 USD or 550 Euros without a contract.

Xperia Play Games list

The full list of games on Sony Ericsson Xperia Play is not yet known, but some titles have already slipped through:

• Assassin’s Creed
• Guitar Hero 6
• Battlefield
• Dead Space
• Dungeon Defender
• The Sims
• Fifa 10
• Bruce Lee
• Asphalt Racing
• Gun Brothers
• Super KO Boxing 2
• Family Guy Timewarped
• Millionaire City

Where the most beautiful in Dubai

Dubai is one of the most modern and beautifully landscaped city in the world. In this country the tourists to the village of dusty high-class residential district, a shopping mall and ultra-modern windtowers from a green park with flowers and sand dunes create a feeling of awe on the beach and the rugged mountains from the house and the ancient You can experience it all. United Arab Emirates is a dynamic international business center, tourism is relaxing escape.
  
   

Creek Dubai Creek, this historic focus of life in natural seawater to penetrate the entrance to the city center. This is very interesting in India please see the unloading of the Dow is still ply ancient trade routes to places as far as color and vibrancy Road, East Africa.
    In order to view the creek and down, how charming, Abra, from one small aspect of a water taxi, across the river from the souks of Deira and Bur Dubai side.
Waterman is an easy way, many of the AO pass a modern city with historical landmarks, the time it takes travelers to the charming inland from the Maktoum Bridge Abra estuary boarding point.
    River redevelopment work, AOS has been part of the bank is changed. Deira side, the wide and bright, pin down the paved trail was built for the purpose of engaging building near the Maktoum Bridge, which extends from the Corniche facing Arabian Gulf all the way on The.
Bur Dubai at the Maktoum and Garhoud bridges between the Kurikusaidopaku the pavement to provide a pleasant walk, a large public garden care.
At the end of major inland rivers, shallow lagoon is a wildlife sanctuary has become a haven for migratory birds and the beach. Some 27 000 birds, once during the fall migration has been counted here. The most spectacular is the most Guretafuramingo made their permanent home river. TOP Site You will see the facts you arte from seventh to 15th century, Al Ghusais, Al Sufooh can visit the excavation site in Jumeirah.
    Basutakiya The narrow streets, an old district Bastakiya tall wind towers, Dubai can get a glimpse of the old appetite. The maximum concentration of traditional courtyard houses with wind towers immediately east of Fahidi Fort. In the past, this city was known by the mass of wind towers on either side of the river along. They are not merely decoration, was a means to cool the house a few days before electricity.
    Burj Nahar Deira, the old town of picturesque gardens, the restored Burj Nahar is one of the three guard towers are popular with photographers.
    Dobaiwarudotoredosenta Dobaiwarudotoredosenta office tower, which houses the regional headquarters of many of the world's largest corporations, high-rise building is 39 stories.
Alongside, a modern conference center and exhibition hall, seven are active programs to host international trade fair to attract exhibitors and visitors from around the world.
Visitors from the observation deck of the tower you can enjoy panoramic views of the city. (Guided tours, except holidays, 4:30 and 9:30 times daily work.)
    Wonderland Wonderland Family Fun Park is 18 hectares and has a wide range of water attractions.
Land, AOS's water rides, speed slides, surf hills, twister, including a Caribbean cruise and then wonder wave runners, accommodating up to 8,000 people. Video, plus it also projected on to the thin film of water and water with a movie theater Misutosho water, a full complement of land-based attractions.
    Shindagha At the mouth of the river, Shindagha, Dubai has grown from there, the original site. The Sheikh's house, the ruling Maktoum family's home before, has been carefully restored here.
Open daily from 8:30 am - 8:30 p.m. Friday, except on: 15:00 to 20:30.
    Golf Course Dubai, AOS is a golf club, green and desert landscapes as an example of both successful luxury clubhouse architecture is worth visiting. Hole 9, Äòcountry The blue course is also available Hattafotohoteru have a unique and enjoyable experience playing golf in the rugged mountain scenery.
    Wakeel Beitoaru Built in 1934 by the late Sheikurashiddo, Beitoaru Wakeel was Dubai's first office building. Landing near the edge of the Abra river, has been fully restored building houses a museum of traditional marine fisheries and the theme of Dubai today.
    Bedouinbirejji Bedouin village is located outside of Dubai. This village can offer include camel riding lessons to experience the traditional desert way of life. If you want to experience a desert safari Arumaha differences between people, blankets, rugs, beads, spread on the ground, a unique luxury resort set in 3300 acres of sand dunes between the highway from a variety of other local pottery You can choose to stay. TOP Dubai Museum Dubai Museum is located Arufahidifoto is another impressive building. It once guarded the city's landlord approaches. This building was built in 1799, the court, the defense has served as a prison variety. In addition to the gallery was completed in 1995 and further restoration, which was renovated in 1970 for use as a museum.
Colorful and exciting dioramas and life-size figures, complete with sound effects and lighting effects are vividly depicts the life of the oil used.
River Gallery rescenes, traditional Arab houses, mosques, souks, date gardens, desert and marine life. One of the most spectacular display, the weight pearl merchant drew the underwater world of pearl diving, scales, and comes with a set of sieve. The display, in Al Ghusais 3,000-4,000 year-old tomb found in fine copper, alabaster, pottery and other artifacts are. The main fort is a fascinating military museum.
3:00 pm - 20:30:20:30, except for Friday - Dubai Museum is open daily from 8:30 to open.
    Grand Mosque Grand Mosque was built in 1998 and again, 70 meters are currently in the city's tallest minaret, the mosque is located in the Bur Dubai side of the river near the court of the ruler. It has nine large ones become important places of worship and identify landmarks, in addition to boasting stained glass panels, has 45 small domes.
    Gold Souk Dubai has sold everything from jewelry metal working complex at bargain prices, and boasts one of the world's largest retail gold market. Shops facing the street of small shops hidden alleys and glittering show windows. The world's largest low cost - a visit to Dubai is incomplete without seeing the gold souk. Visitors look at all the shiny, Baindosuperu left is gold here.
    Spice Spice is a narrow alley, rose petals and traditional medicines, fruits, incense and dried cloves, cardamom, cinnamon, spices and exotic mix of incense. The imported throughout the Middle East, they are sold straight from the bag surrounding the opening of the shop keepers. Nargliehs or less as hookahs, has a display stand on both sides of the traditional coffee pot.
    Hatta Hatta fortressed ancient village is located 120 kilometers from the city of Dubai. This place Hattafotohoteru Dubai, the AO is the only mountain resort home. Driving through the majestic Hajjar mountains is an attractive destination in itself. Determine the visitor a variety of colors of the mountains and sand dunes shiny.
In summer, temperatures a few degrees down the coast here is much cooler than the entire dryer.
Wadi Helew, you need to get back in time and the beautiful northern Wadinesuruzu Hatta four-wheel-drive enthusiasts of all this fascinating destination.
Wadihatta travel and a variety of wildlife and lush renovated Old Fort - The tour covers recently. 200 years old village of palm trees standing in, and Jumamosuku has other attractions.
    Daibingubirejji Heritage Shindagah traditional heritage village located in the area has been created here and artisans display crafts pottery.
Diving village forms part of an ambitious plan, it reproduces life in Dubai as it was in days gone by, turn off the entire area into a cultural microcosm.
Located near the mouth of the river, this area is also open-air restaurant in the evening as a venue for live entertainment is popular. Handicrafts are also sold several shops.
    Jumeiramosuku This mosque is one of the most beautiful of all, a good example of modern Islamic architecture is situated Arujumeirarodo.
Mosque, seen the beauty of the city's largest, if not the very best after sunset throws its artistic highlights the subtle lighting, especially Akira Akira.
    Shake Arumakutoumuhausu (Museum) Saeed's With Shaikh Saeed's house, the grandfather of the current ruler has been restored as a museum. Rulers, dating from the late 1800s from the balcony so you can observe the shipment of its activities, the house was built in the Sheikh's commanding position near the sea. Windtowers the layer built around a courtyard room is a good example of regional architecture.

The Most Expensive Mobile Phones in the World

The Most Expensive Mobile Phones in the World
In this modern era mobile phones play a very vital role.  Mobiles are now said to be basic needs of each and every man.  But the mobiles listed below are few of the worlds most expensive mobile phones……

1. Goldvish “Le million” = $1,000,000 (£540,540)

A PR stunt it may be, and they surely can’t be expecting to sell any, but the Goldvish “Le million” is officially the most expensive mobile phone in the world, according the Guiness Books of Records. There’s even been talk of a $1.3million phone, but this has fewer diamonds than the Goldvish so I can’t see where the extra expense comes from! The “Le million” is a one off, featuring a blinding 120 carats worth of VVS-1 grade diamonds, according to designer Emmanuel Gueit. If $1 million is out of your price range. the Geneva-based Goldvish also offer several other diamond-encrusted 18k gold models in your choice of rose, yellow, or white, starting at a much more reasonable $25,600 (£13,837)

2. Vertu Signature Cobra = $310,000 (£167,567)

Vertu is now taking orders for the Signature Cobra, designed by French jeweler Boucheron, but you had better be quick as only 8 are being made! The Cobra will feature one pear-cut diamond, one round white diamond, two emerald eyes and 439 rubies. Vertu will also be offering a “cheaper” version, ruby free, at $115,000 (£62,162).

3. Sony Ericsson Black Diamond = $300,000 (£162,162)

Apparently the Black Diamond will be available in 2007, not from Sony Ericsson but by a company called VIPN. Initially only 5 unique numered pieces will be available for the unbelievable price of, wait for it… $300,000.

4. Vertu Diamond = $88,000 (£47,567)

The Diamond is Vertu’s premium range of high-end mobile phones. As the name suggests the handsets in the Diamond range are diamond-encrusted handsets made from platinum. Only 200 of the handsets are being produced, the most expensive believed to be worth an estimated £50,000.

5. Motorola V220 Special Edition = £28,000 ($51,800)

Austrian designer Peter Aloisson, has taken a standard Motorola, studded it with 1,200 diamonds and added a keyboard inlaid with 18 carat gold. The outcome is a £28,000 handset, suitable only for footballers and film stars!

6. Gold Edition Nokia 8800 Phone = $2,700 (£1,459)

If you have $2,700 to spare, you can now buy the Nokia 8800 in 24K gold. However, be warned, if you think you’ll be getting a better phone for your extra cash, you wont! The features found on the Gold Edition are the standard 8800 features, which are pretty basic. It includes a 0.5 Mega pixel SVGA camera, 64 MB of internal memory, 64 voice polyphonic rigntones, FM Radio, Mp3 Player, video recording and 180 mins talktime. However, the Gold Edition does includes a special edition box and charging dock!

7. Mobiado Professional EM (wood) = $1,900 (£1,027)

The Mobiado Professional EM, is a wood-clad upgrade of their earlier Nokia-based phone that includes a 1.3 megapixel camera, music player, FM radio, Bluetooth, and according to Mobiado it’s the first production phone with Titanium buttons. Only 200 are being made and each one has its limited number engraved on the back. At $1,900 however, you’re still paying an awfully high premium for a fairly basic phone encased in wood!

8. Bang & Olufsen (Samsung) Serene = $1,250 (£675)

Bang & Olufsen hooked up with Samsung to design the sleek but unconventional Serene. Its not a bad looking phone and it even has a built-in motor to assist you in opening and closing the phone. It’s not very practical however, requiring a special screwdriver to access the battery and the SIM card, and its circular keypad will take some getting used to. Also, for some strange reason they have positioned the camera lens on the side of the device, which will make it difficult to align snapshots via the viewfinder on the display.

9. Lamborghini 8800 Sirocco from Nokia = $To be announced

The Lamborghini Nokia 8800 Sirocco is another special edition, like the previously launch Aston Martin branded Sirocco. It will ultimately be a standard 8800 Sirocco but with the addition of the famous Lamborghini logo engraved on the font and the back, plus ball bearings from the auto company to in the slider phone mechanism. The Lamborghini phone will be a limited edition with only 500 being made. It will also feature Lamborghini graphics as wallpapers, screensavers, ringtones, and even has a short documentary video about the Lamborghini.

10. Gresso Luxury Phone = £expensive

he Russia based Gresso, is a new entry into the luxury phone market. Their aptly name “Gresso Luxury Phone” is made of gold and African Blackwood. Apparently they will be releasing a collection of five models called the Black Aura collection, and the designer is a “well known” Italian designer. Currently there are two versions of the African Blackwood phone, one with pink gold highlights named the Gresso Blackwood Gold Edition, and one made entirely of African Blackwood. In addition to the two African Blackwood phones Gresso also make a phone made entirely of pink gold named the Gresso Gold phone. Initially, the phones will be on sale only in Russia

from - http://infozblog.com/most-expensive-mobile-phones-in-the-world/

How to junk food is not good

How to junk food is not good

Why Junk Food Is Bad
http://www.uvvoka.com/2011/02/why-junk-food-is-bad



Junk Food is bad because it contains only small amount or even no nutritional value. While some junk food do contains nutrition, those  should not be consumed every day because it also has something bad.
As an example, an apple and slice of pizza my both contain 50 calories, but apple also contains fiber, vitamins and minerals while pizza contains nothing else or even if it did, it has been stripped bare or empty calorie.
There are junk foods that do contain nutrition but should not be consumed every day. Example would be burger and french fries. Those foods contain carbohydrate, protein and fats. However, they also contain high amount of salt as well as sugar. This also applies to soft drinks, candy, chips, popcorn, marshmallows, candy bar and fast food such as
Other than what is contains, junk food are also bad because the way it is processed. Most of junk foods are deep fried to make it cook faster and more energy efficient. However, this way of cooking causes unsaturated fat to occur.


Another problem with junk food especially the one that sold in supermarket is that they also contain artificial preservatives to make them last for a while. While many artificial preservatives are declared safe by the FDA to be used on foods, some artificial preservative contains calcium propionate which also used as pesticide and formaldehyde.
Most people know that consuming junk food regularly can cause all kind of disease down the line. But not everyone knows just what those diseases are.
Below are types of diseases you will likely to have to let you know just why junk food is bad for you:

• High content of sugar can lead to diabetes which in turn can lead to many complications such as heart attack, stroke, kidney failure and others.
• High level of salt on the other hand can cause hypertension, heart attack, stroke and certain types of cancer.
• High unsaturated fat can cause atherosclerosis or arteriosclerosis which is a condition where fatty material collects along the walls of arteries. This fatty material can thickens, hardens and forms calcium deposits which may eventually block the arteries
• Synthetic preservatives have been shown to cause respiratory or other health problems. While this is still up for debate by expert, it is certainly not recommended to consume it continuously

The most dangerous condition associated with junk foods is obesity. While obesity in itself is not lethal, it can cause many complications especially for kids growing up such us Blount disease which is a condition where by the growing bones is burdened with excessive amount of weight. Obesities can also lead to arthritis and respiratory problems.
The fact that your kids love junk food should not discourage you. You need to remember that if your kids are used to junk food, they will be eating it for the next 30 to 40 years. You should teach your kids at early age to love good and clean home cooking

Battlefield 3 Pre-orders up 700% from BC2

Battlefield 3 Pre-orders up 700% from BC2

Speaking on last night’s earnings call, Frank Gibeau, president of EA’s Games label, believes Battlefield 3 is “flat out” superior to chief rival and current FPS market leader Call of Duty.
Gibeau said in regards to Battlefield 3, "The game is built on our brand-new Frostbite 2 Engine. It takes the battle to an urban landscape with dynamic weapons, destructible environments, vehicular warfare and a team oriented multiplayer that provides a highly competitive social experience.”
He further added, "We know we had a big competitor, but head-to-head with Call of Duty in Q3, we have the superior game engine, superior development studio and a flat out superior game... Come and see for yourself. We'll be showing brand new code and features at E3, I encourage everyone to make time for Battlefield 3."
What might be bolstering Gibeau’s confidence aside from the mostly positive reaction to Battlefield 3 are the pre-order numbers themselves. Pre-orders for Battlefield 3 are up more than 700% compared to the same period before the launch of Battlefield: Bad Company 2. Gibeau added, "A lot of people are telling us they want to play this game on day one."
Do you think Battlefield 3 has a chance against this year’s Call of Duty juggernaut? If there’s one FPS franchise that might be able to do it, I’m guessing Battlefield might be it. Battlefield 3 has been in development for more than 6 years and is easily one of the most beloved franchises on the PC and judging from the pre-order numbers, it looks like EA is well on-track for a major FPS showdown this coming fall