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VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE   ZTE has launched the ZTE Grand X dual-core 4.3-inch screen smartphone in the UK. It combines an NVIDIA Tegra 2 dual-core chipset with Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) and incorporates a variety of connection capabilities including Bluetooth, WiFi and DLNA enabling users to share content across multiple devices. “ZTE Grand X brings high-end mobile video and gaming within the reach of a whole new audience. It provides a world of entertainment in a single device - combining high quality and a wide range of functions for a great mobile multimedia experience,” said He Shiyou, EVP & head of the Terminals Division, ZTE. Other features of the Grand X include Facetones which shows friends’ latest social media updates and photos when they call; and Evernote which enables users to save voice notes, memos, photographs and music in the cloud so that they are always accessible. For More Details See www.varindia.com

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE   GIGABYTE has announced the GIGABYTE Classic Challenge, its latest overclocking competition hosted on HWBOT.org. Open until August 15, 2012, the GIGABYTE Classic Contest combines two stages, great prizes and a small twist.  Overclockers are asked to compete on two classic benchmarks - 3DMark 01 and Super Pi 32M with a GIGABYTE X79S-UP5 motherboard and a GIGABYTE X79-UP4 up for grabs. If one entrant has the raw talent to claim both stages, GIGABYTE will also award a bonus prize of a forthcoming GIGABYTE F2A85X-UP4. All GIGABYTE Classic Contest prizes feature the latest GIGABYTE Ultra Durable5 technology which includes high current capable components for the CPU power zone including IR3550 PowIRstage ICs from International Rectifier, 2X Copper PCB and high current Ferrite Core Chokes rated up to 60A. For More Details See www.varindia.com

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE   Reliance Communications has launched its all-new fully-loaded 3G Tablet on Android platform that incorporates 7-inch capacitive touchscreen with Android 2.3 OS and a high-speed processor of 1.4GHz. This 402g latest 3G Tablet from Reliance comes with a resolution of 1024 x 600, loaded with 512MB RAM, and a better 5-point touch experience along with a 3.0 MP rear camera and a front camera. The Reliance 3G Tab is supported by Reliance’s IP-based 3G network and offers free benefits worth Rs.6,250/- to its 3G customers wherein they can enjoy Free 3GB of 3G data for 3 months, 3 months Free video calling for Local and STD to Reliance 3G, Free voice rental for 12 months (Postpaid) along with Free Global calling worth Rs.250, 1 year free subscription on McAfee Mobile Security, 2 months free subscription of BigFlix, a Free 4GB micro SD card. Sanjay Behl, Group Head – Brand & Marketing, Reliance Communications Limited, said, “Having r...

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE   NetApp has announced a single integrated platform for an Agile Data Infrastructures that is built on essential attributes of Intelligent, Immortal and Infinite. NetApp, in collaboration with its partners, with a vision for the future, is paving a new way for customers to fundamentally architect and manage their data storage infrastructure differently to be more agile. Building on years of storage efficiency and clustering innovation, new platform features, products, and technologies with the latest release of Data ONTAP software, enable IT to better respond to changing business requirements, maintain non-disruptive operations, and grow the business without limits. Anil Valluri, President, NetApp India Marketing & Services Pvt. Ltd., commented, “This is an exciting time for NetApp and its customers. We, along with our partners, are at the forefront of enabling IT transformation with Data ONTAP and help businesses scale far b...

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE   Kaspersky Lab researchers have recently announced the results of a joint investigation with Seculert, a Threat Detection company, regarding “Madi”, an active cyber-espionage campaign targeting victims in the Middle East.  Kaspersky Lab and Seculert worked together to sinkhole the Madi Command & Control (C&C) servers to monitor the campaign. Kaspersky Lab and Seculert identified more than 800 victims located in Iran, Israel and select countries across the globe connecting to the C&Cs over the past eight months.  In addition, examination of the malware identified an unusual amount of religious and political “distraction” documents and images that were dropped when the initial infection occurred.  “While the malware and infrastructure is very basic compared to other similar projects, the Madi attackers have been able to conduct a sustained surveillance operation against high-profile victims. Perhaps, the...

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE   China Mobile Hong Kong (CMHK) has selected Ericsson to expand their commercial LTE network with TD-LTE (LTE TDD) in Hong Kong. Leveraging on the advantage of the LTE FDD installed base, Ericsson will also upgrade the operator’s existing Evolved Packet Core (EPC) network. Under the agreement, Ericsson will deliver the TD-LTE radio access network, network management using Ericsson OSS-RC, Evolved Packet Core network expansion and upgrade, consulting and systems integration services as well as related design, training and support services. Sean Lee, Director & CEO, China Mobile Hong Kong, said, “We chose Ericsson, a global leader in the LTE space, as our TD-LTE network partner. By partnering with Ericsson and maximizing our spectrum asset, we will build a converged LTE FDD/TDD network that gives our customers an even better 4G experience.” “This contract marks another significant milestone for Ericsson and further consolid...

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE   HP has expanded its all-in-one desktop PC portfolio with business designs. The new lineup includes non-touch PCs, as well as touch-enabled solutions built on touch technology innovation. The new all-in-ones are designed as cost-, space- and energy-efficient alternatives to a traditional desktop and monitor combination for businesses, including government, healthcare, education and retail customers.  Vinay Awasthi, Senior Director, Printing and Personal Systems (PPS), HP India, said, “Customers have been asking for all-in-one PC designs that do not compromise on performance, reliability or security. With these sleek, elegant designs and powerful options, HP continues to innovate to meet the needs of a growing marketplace.” For More Details See www.varindia.com