Google experimenting with new search interface

Google experimenting with new search interface

Google has put on its lab coat and turned on the Bunsen burner for an experiment in refined searches, according to a video captured by a Spanish tech site.

The search giant is currently "testing new ways to refine searches," perhaps including a sidebar-free interface, going by the video that appears on the Spanish language Tecno-Net site (see the video below).

The video showcases a new, more vertically oriented Google search page with the section titles placed at the top of the page, as opposed to their typical left-side position. The video displays search filters like "all results" and "any time" as a dropdown menu at the top of the screen.

Google hasn't confirmed the validity of the video, which is labeled as a "New Google Interface Test" posted to YouTube on Wednesday, but a Google spokeswoman did say that new elements are currently being tested on the site. The company is "constantly experimenting with new features," she said.

Google occasionally runs live tests of new features on its flagship search engine in an effort to keep adapting the interface to users' needs.

"There's no good substitute for understanding how real people, in real-world situations, actually operate," Google's Ambar Pansari and Marissa Mayer note in an official blog post from 2006 that explains the company's live testing practices and "beta"-driven culture. 

iBall launches two new dual-SIM Android phones

iBall launches two new dual-SIM Android phones, starting Rs. 6,990

iBall has launched two new dual-SIM Android phones, in its Andi range of devices, called the Andi 3e and Andi 4d, priced at Rs. 6,990 and Rs. 9,490 respectively.

The iBall Andi 3e runs on Android 2.3.5 Gingerbread, with a 650MHz processor powering it. It features a multi-hued notification light below the display, apart from a dual-SIM standby option.

Other features include a 3.2-inch display, a 3.2MP camera, a front-facing camera, G-sensor, proximity sensor, ambient light sensor, storage expandability up to 16GB (via microSD card), as well as 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS connectivity.

The iBall Andi 4d also runs on Gingerbread, powered by a 1GHz processor. It has a 4-inch display, along with a 5MP camera, front-facing camera, storage expandability up to 16GB (via microSD card), and the same set of connectivity and sensor features.

There’ve been a lot dual-SIM Android phones (across price ranges) hitting the Indian market recently, with HTC the latest major manufacturer to join the bandwagon – the Desire V is available online since last week for Rs. 21,999.

Dual SIM Android ICS phones

Top 5 Dual SIM Android ICS phones

The dual SIM phones are getting highly popular these days as they reduce the strain of having two different phones. People might prefer two numbers in order to separate their personal and professional lives. Nowadays, this technology has started being implemented in the smartphones as well. This article offers a list of top 5 dual SIM Android ICS smartphones.

HTC Desire V:

·         Android ICS operating systems

·         4.0 inches capacitive and Multi-touch enabled display

·         5 megapixels rear end camera 

·         512 MB RAM, Up to 32 GB of external storage

·         single core Cortex-A5 processor

·         1650 mAh battery  

Sony Xperia Tipo:

·         Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich operating system

·         3.5 inch TFT capacitive touchscreen display

·         5 MP camera

·         Powered with 800 MHz Qualcomm MSM7227 processor

·         2.9 GB internal memory and up to 32 GB expandable memory

·         Available in black, white, red and blue color

·         1,500 mAh battery  

ViewSonic 5e:

·         Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich  

·         5 inch WVGA Capacitive, Multi-touchscreen

·         5 Mpcamera

·         External memory expandable to 32 GB

·         Bluetooth version 2.0 for data connectivity 

LG Optimus L5: 

·         Android 4.0 ICS operating system

·         4 inches HVGA display screen

·         5 mega pixel rear camera

·         internal storage capacity of 4 GB

·         expanded upto 32 GB MicroSD support

·         800 MHz Cortex A5 processor

·         powered by 1,500 mAh battery

Spice Stellar Horizon Mi-500:

·         Android ICS 4.0 operating system

·         5 inch capacitive touchscreen

·         5 megapixel autofocus rear camera

·         VGA front camera.

·         512 MB RAM 4 GB of internal memory, expandable up to 32 GB

·         1 Ghz Snapdragon processor

·         2150 mAh battery

Price: Rs 11,999/-.

Top 5 free antivirus software

Top 5 free antivirus software

Nowadays, almost all of us use computers and laptops. We might share data from our friends or colleagues through pen drives. What if the other PC or laptop has a virus? It will get transmitted from one PC to another thereby affecting the machine. What can be do to prevent this and safeguard our computers? There are lots of software called antivirus programs to protect your device.

These software help your by scanning the pen drive and avoiding the transfer of virus. But, the confusion arises here as there are many such antivirus software in the internet. Some of them are premium versions and are way too expensive. There are free antivirus software to help us in this situation. You can download them and use on your systems to prevent them from getting affected by virus. Check out the list below.

Comodo Internet Security

Download Comodo internet security from http://www.comodo.com/home/internet-security/free-internet-security.php

Panda Cloud Antivirus

Download Panda Cloud Antivirus from http://www.cloudantivirus.com/en/

Microsoft Security Essentials

Download Microsoft Security Essentials from http://www.microsoft.com/en-in/security_essentials/default.aspx

Avira Antivirus Software

Download Avira Antivirus software from http://www.avira.com/en/avira-free-antivirus

Avast Internet Security

Download Avast internet security from http://www.avast.com/free-antivirus-download

Nokia Reaction bluetooth headset

Nokia Reaction bluetooth headset with NFC

Nokia Reaction is a Bluetooth headset that is NFC-enabled. There has been no official information regarding the official launch date of this music accessory. But it has already started surfacing on YouTube. This Bluetooth headset has been featured in a Nokia Reaction promo video placed on the YouTube.

It is an easy-to-pair headset that has a simplistic look. Nokia Reaction headset has the ability to sense anything that is happening near to the ears of the user who is wearing it and it then automatically transfers and also answer calls. It can react to anything which is audible; hence the name Reaction seems justifiable.

This yet to be released headset also features three microphone options. The presence of these three microphones will allow the voice of the user to be heard loud and also with utmost clarity. Other key features of this Bluetooth headset include background noise cancellation and also automatic volume control functionalities. With automatic volume control, the headset automatically adjusts the volume based on the level of surrounding noise.

It is having an easy-to-use touch sensor that can be used for adjusting the volume control and also battery display. In the promotional video, the headset was also shown being paired withNokia N9 that is a clear indication that the new NFC-enabled Nokia Reaction Bluetooth headset is compatible with the Nokia N9 and similar high end handsets.

Nokia Reaction Bluetooth headset also features an improved version of the ‘Always Ready’ technology. This technology allows the automatic transfer of the audio between the phone and the headset. This technology allows the user to route the calls between the handset and the headset by means of placing the headset on the user’s ear.

This headset is easier to be paired with the NFC. The voice quality is also good in this headset enabled with special acoustic designs. This Bluetooth headset has a lighter weight that makes it easier to carry and also charge. This headset will be available in black colour.

There has been no information regarding the pricing and also availability of Nokia Reaction Bluetooth NFC-enabled headset. Users can expect this headset to be released soon in the international market.