PlayStation Portable update v6.35

PlayStation Portable now update with v6.35 and get unlimited music via cloud-based Qriocoty service.Qriocoty service brings digital music service from Sony that will give music lovers access to millions of songs stored and synchronized through the cloud and also makes system more competitive against PMP devices such as Zune with its subscription-based music plan and the iPod…….

PSP (PlayStation Portable) system software update (v6.35) is coming soon. This is a minor update that prepares your PSP system for the upcoming launch of “Music Unlimited powered by Qriocity” – a new, cloud-based, digital music service from Sony that will give music lovers access to millions of songs stored and synchronized through the cloud. A new icon for the service will be added to PSP’s XMB (XrossMediaBar) under the “Music” category.The Media Go application for managing PSP downloadable content on your PC will be updated “with enhancements to the user interface and advanced photo editing tools.” Sony‘s remaining mum on a launch date, but the internet is already abuzz about what this may mean for the impending PlayStation Phone.Tipster Isaac spotted the screen above and the one after the break on his PSPgo today.

Thanks :blog.us.playstation.com,engadget.com

iDroid MoJo 1.0.4.1 Has Released

iDroid Mojo 1.0.4.1 has released which allows the installation of Android on iDevices, including the iPhone 2G, iPhone 3G & iPod Touch 1G. No other devices are supported at this time.This is the iDroid Project’s forth minor release of Android Froyo for iDevices, built completely from community source code repo’s.

Currently the Bootlace update has been submitted to Bigboss, but is not yet live, thus it is not possible to install 1.0.4.1 for Bootlace users until it is.

Watch Favorite Videos and Listen Music On Your iPad With ZumoCast

Zumocast is an app designed for both iPhone and iPad which is able to turn a computer into a personal cloud that can stream video to these devices. The app uses a web-based interface and no upload or sync are required because the videos and music stay on your computers!

Zumocast is a well known product, released previously for iPhone and iPod Touch which allowed to stream media from any computer to your iPhone and iPod Touch. Now, the company launched the same app for iPad, with a redesigned interface for this platform.

It supports ivX (divx),Flash MP4 Video (f4v),Quicktime HD Movie (hdmov), MPEG-2 Program Stream File (m2p), Matroska (mkv), AVCHD Video (mts), Material Exchange Format (mxf), Ogg Media File
(ogm, ogv, ogx) , SMIL Presentation File (smil), Video Transport Stream (ts), ASF (asf, asx), 3GPP (3gp, 3g2, 3gp2, 3gpp, 3p2), AVI (avi), Flash Video (flv), MP4 (m4v, mp4), QuickTime Movie (mov), MPEG Movie (mpeg, mpg), Real Media (rm, rmvb), DVD Rip (vob, iso) and Windows Media (wmv). This completely frees you from convert videos and music files to formats required for iPad.

What You Have To Do:

Technically you link your computer to their online service and then run the application on your iPad. While setting it up you will need to share folders which has your music and videos or even files. The application running on your iPad then locates your computer and streams video and audio to your computer.

Now for doing this you need to have internet connection but if your iPad and PC or Mac or on same network, it will stream them over the network which means at home you don’t consume any bandwidth but if lets say if you are at office and want to watch movie then it bandwidth consumption takes place. But since this application also lets you download movies to your iPad from your computer you can temporarily download and delete it when you have watched the movie enough.

It also adjusts video quality according to the speed of the network. It also works over 3G.

Another excellent feature is that you will be able to transfer files from your computer to the iPad with only one click. Just by pressing a button on your iPad it will automatically download the file from your computer and save it in an IOS format to enjoy your choosen file at any time.

Drawbacks

The drawback to this application is it needs internet connection to link your computer and iPad even if you are on the same network. Probably that’s required for authentication but once connected you can just disconnect and still watch your movies and listen to songs.

Download ZumoCast from here.

The all new Hero Honda Achiever launched

Hero Honda Motors Limited, India's biggest two-wheeler market leader, has recently re-launched an improved version of the company existing bike, Hero Honda Achiever in India. The Achiever was launched first in 2005 and than re-entered the market with an upgraded version in since 2007. The Hero Honda Achiever was not suited as per customers expectation and failed to make a very large effect on the Indian buyers. Now the company hopes, the new version of Achiever will come up them expectation and helps to increase sales of the company. The new improved version has been developed with cosmetic and structural changes.


The new bike also has improved graphic design along with sticker changes. New Hero Honda Achiever now powered by 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder with ATFT technology machine, which enhances fuel efficiency and excellent performance. The powertrain of the bike is produces top power output of 13.4 Bhp at 8000rpm while generates peak torque of 12.80 Nm at 5000rpm with its 149.1 cc displacement. The new Hero Honda Achiever will be offering better mileage of 55 kmpl in city. The fuel tank capacity of new version is around 12.5 litre along with 2.3 litres in reserve. It is available in both options of kick and self start. The new bike is incorporated with 5 speed transmission type.


The front wheelbase fitted with front disc brake, while the rear wheel comes with Durm brake. The new Hero Honda Achiever also equipped with advanced puncture resistant tuff up tube and 5-spoke black alloy wheels. The Black Cast model of new Achiever is priced at Rs. 73700 (ex-showroom, Bangalore), while the Red Cast model is also priced at Rs. 74400 (ex-showroom, Bangalore). The new bike comes with five exciting shades and colours - Magnetic Blue, Candy Blazing Red, Force Metallic Silver, Black Purple, Black Blue. The engine of new Hero Honda Achiever has also been painted with black colour.

The new Volkswagen Touareg to be introduced soon in India

World's auto major, Volkswagen is mulling over to introduce the new second generation model of Volkswagen Touareg soon in India. However, the company has not yet officially announced the launch of new Touareg in India, but as per some auto news sources, the new Volkswagen Touareg is believed to be launched in the Indian auto market in the end of this current calender year or early next year. The second generation Massive SUV comes with more fuel efficiency compared from its already existing model in the country. Volkswagen is allows to import the new version of Volkswagen Touareg with the options of V6 petrol, V8 petrol and the V8 diesel engine. Right now, has not been made clear that which model will come first in the auto market.

The company currently selling a large numbers of popular cars in India that includes Volkswagen Beetle, Volkswagen Jetta, Volkswagen Phaeton, Volkswagen Polo, Volkswagen Vento and Volkswagen Passat. All the model of the company are getting wonderful attention from the Indian buyers. The new version of Volkswagen Touareg might be launched with advanced attributes to make it more classy and comfy. On the other hand, Volkswagen is also intending to introduce the Touareg SUV in Hybrid version in the International auto markets.

The existing model of Volkswagen Touareg is priced at Rs. Rs 51,85,000 - Rs 51,85,000 (ex-showroom,Delhi), while the new version will be more costlier then the old horse. The company presently is getting huge demand of newly entrant Volkswagen Polo and Volkswagen Vento from the Indian buyers. The Polo was launched in previous year with attractive price tag between Rs 4,34,000 - Rs 6,70,000 (ex-showroom,Delhi). Apart from that launch, Indian car lovers will get new cars in India that includes Skoda Yeti, Volvo XC60, Maruti Kizashi, Toyota Etios, Hyundai Avante, Maruti Cervo, BMW X1, Chevrolet Volt and more.

TVS Rockz to launch before Diwali

TVS Motors, one of the top most motorcycle brands in India, is going to launch the new step-thru moped, TVS Rockz in India by the October end. The TVS Rockz has already been launched in the Indonesia market. After getting good response from the Indonesian market, the company going to establish the new Rockz into the Indian auto market. TVS Motors hopes to get excellent response from the Indian market. The new moped will mainly target the new generation guys, who are getting interest on this kind of step-thru. The already existing model of TVS Rockz comes with 125cc displacement that is generating maximum power of 9.8 bhp.



The new TVS Rockz is speculated that the new Rockz will come with advanced features like Music System (IMS), MP3 players and FM Radio. It will also be loaded with security features including Anti theft lock (ATL) and engine kill switch. The new bike will be available with amazing price tag of around Rs. 64.153 (ex-showroom,Delhi). The company is going to expand their step-thru mopeds in the country with the launches wide range of new bikes in India including. Apart from that launch, Indian bike lovers will see the new TVS Neo soon in India. However, the officially announced has not yet received from TVS Motors regarding the launch of new Neo in India.



On the other hand, TVS Motors is also planning to re-launch new TVS Apache 220 and TVS Scooty streak Hybrid soon in India. Besides, another major auto market leaders are also planning to introduce new bikes in India that includes Suzuki Gladius, Vibgyor shark, Honda VTR, Ktm Duke 125, Bajaj Sonic and more.

The new Hero Honda Hunk launched

Press Release:

Close on the heels of three new launches in recent weeks, Hero Honda Motors Ltd., the world’s largest two-wheeler manufacturer, today launched yet another bike leading into the festive season. The newly refreshed Hero Honda Hunk 150cc will include exciting new features which would add to both the ride experience as also muscularity of the product. Hero Honda recently launched the New Super Splendor, Splendor Pro and a Commonwealth Games Limited Edition bike. The introduction of the New Hunk takes the company’s new launches for the festive season to four bikes now.



“Hero Honda’s strategy of constantly upgrading its product range has been instrumental in driving our growth. The new Hunk is another step in this direction and the launch will be supported by a 360 degrees marketing programme.” Beyond its exciting appearance, the irresistible Hunk now comes with Analog & Digital Combo Console, Red Hot LED Tail Lamp, Front & Rear Disc Brakes, Tubeless Tyres, Muscular Front Fender and New Style Visor. With all these loaded in, the rider is sure to have an enhanced riding experience. The new Hunk will be supported by a high visibility campaign highlighting “the all-muscle Hunk” to further enhance the macho and muscular image of the bike. In a segment where customers seek styling, performance and added features, the all new Hunk will provide a perfect blend of great features and comfortable ride even in extreme road conditions.



The Hunk features an Air Cooled, 4 - Stroke Single Cylinder OHC engine, delivering raw power of 14.2 BHP @ 8500 RPM and a torque of 12.80 N-m even at a low RPM of 6500 with unmatched super acceleration of 0-60 Kmph in flat 5 seconds. The Advanced Tumble Flow Induction Technology (ATFT) engine delivers the best balance of Fuel efficiency and Power and an advanced Microprocessor Ignition System with Multi Mapping Digital CDI enhances quicker throttle response. Priced at Rs 59,990/- (cast/disc/self, ex-showroom Delhi), the New Hunk is being made available at all Hero Honda dealerships across the country. Hero Honda continues to strengthen its growth in the premium segment (150 cc+) with its range of five models now - Hunk, Achiever, CBZ Xtreme, Karizma and ZMR.

Maruti Ritz crosses one lakh sales mark

Maruti Suzuki Ritz, which had created history by achieving the fastest ever 50,000 sales, added yet another feather in its cap by clocking the fastest ever sales of 100,000 units today in A-2 premium segment. he car which was launched in May 2009 has received an incredible response from the very first day of its launch. At its launch, the Ritz not only created a flutter in the competitive 'A-2 premium' segment, it was immediately hot-listed by the media and industry. Many accolades followed (please see box for details), and the super-car won the Car-of-the-Year in India and abroad, for its path-breaking looks and styling, superior safety features and its ability to balance a dynamic driving experience with a comfortable ride, bold styling and excellent road handling. Ritz delivers superb fuel efficiency of 17.7 kmpl in petrol and 21.1 kmpl in diesel.



Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Mayank Pareek, Managing Executive Officer (Marketing and Sales), said, “We are overwhelmed by the terrific response given by our customers to the Maruti Suzuki Ritz. The Ritz was targeted at our discerning customers who, while valuing the traditional Maruti Suzuki attributes of fuel efficiency, reliability and performance, also desired contemporary looks and attitude in the vehicle. The fastest 1 lakh sales mark is customers’ endorsement to all these attributes Ritz stands for.” The Ritz, developed on the successful Maruti Swift platform and positioned at the premium-end of the compact car market, has been specifically designed for India. Maruti Suzuki engineers worked with the Suzuki design team in Japan to co-design the car and carry out India-specific changes such as superior transmission, improved suspension and better ground clearance.



The Ritz was also India’s 1st BS IV complaint car to be launched in the passenger car segment. The Ritz is available in two power train options: 1.2-litre, four-cylinder K Series petrol engine with maximum power of 85 PS and the highly successful 1.3-litre, DDiS diesel unit that delivers a maximum power of 75 PS. The Ritz comes with Drive-by-wire technology in both petrol and diesel variants. This along with the 32-bit Engine Management System provides faster signal processing and quick response. “The Ritz reaffirms our commitment to offer world class products to the Indian market. Since a majority of our customers are young who would prefer nothing but the very best in technology and styling, we would continue to feed the market with world class products” added Mr. Pareek. Maruti Suzuki has also started exporting Ritz to Indonesia.

Bajaj plans to launch Duke 125 and new Pulsar in India by 2011

Bajaj Auto Ltd, India's biggest two-wheeler manufacturer, is mulling over to launch two new motorcycles, which will be called as Duke 125 and new version of its flagship model, Pulsar in the Indian auto market by 2011. The new Duke 125 sports bike assembled by Austrian bike maker, KTM Power Sports AG with Indian arms, Bajaj Auto. Bajaj Auto gets a 14.5 percent stake in KTM in 2007 to access latest engine technology and increase distribution network in Europe. According to some news reports, the new Duke 125 is believed to be launched fist in Europe in March next year. S. Ravikumar, vice-president for business development of Bajaj Auto said, "There are plans to launch Duke 125, which was showcased at Cologne (Germany) this year.



The bike will be first launched in Europe and then it will be brought to India." Both two-wheelers giant agreed for the producing two- engine including 125cc and 250cc utilising with water-colling technology, which enabled to generate more power for the same capacity than the air and oil-cooled technology. Water cooling is a better conductor for warm countries. Ravikumar also said that the company is also planning on a new avatar of Pulsar next year. "This will happen some time next year... in the first quarter of the next fiscal," said Amit Nandi, vice-president, pro-biking segment, Bajaj Auto.



Recently, Bajaj Auto introduces new Orange Theme of Bajaj Pulsar 180 in the Indian auto market. "Most of the players are in this segment. It is highly competitive. A lot will depend on the pricing strategy of the company," said Jatin Chawla, an analyst at India Infoline Ltd. "However, this will help the company in strengthening its brand in the country. Apart from that launch, Indian bike lovers will see more new bikes in Indian by Bajaj Auto including Bajaj Sonic, Bajaj Blade (scooter), New Bajaj Boxer and more.

Tata Nano to get costlier from first November 2010

Tata Motors is taking a minor price increase on the Tata Nano, effective from November 1, 2010, to partially neutralise the steep increase in input costs in the last two years. The average increase is about Rs. 9000/- (ex-showrooms), with prices varying from city to city and model to model. As of now, Tata Motors has announced open sales of the Tata Nano in the states of Kerala (since August 2010) and Karnataka, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal (since October 2010). The company has tied up with 39 Banks, NBFC, Cooperative and Gramin Banks to offer customers with loans for purchasing the Tata Nano at attractive rates of interest.


More such arrangements are in process. As a result of these tie-ups, the Tata Nano can be owned at an EMI of less than Rs. 3000/-. Tata Nano comes in three variants such as Tata Nano Standard, Tata Nano CX and Tata Nano LX. The all variants are available with affordable price tag between Rs 1,15,361 to Rs 1,79,254 (ex-showroom,Delhi). The all Variants of Tata Nano are loaded with impressive features which makes these more classy and comfy.


The standard version of Nano is available in three exciting shades and comes loaded with single-tone seats and fold-down rear seat. The second one model is also available with five attractive colours with comfy features like heating and air-conditioning (HVAC), two- tone seats, parcel shelf, booster-assisted brakes, fold-down rear seat with nap rest.


The higher version of Nano is fitted with luxurious attributes including fabric seats, central locking, front power windows, body coloured exteriors in three premium colours, fog lamps, electronic trip meter, cup holder in front console, mobile charger point, and rear spoiler. Meanwhile, Tata Motors has recently launched the new Tata Aria in India with amazing price tag of around Rs. 15 lacs.

Kawasaki Ninja reaches 1000 sales mark in India

Kawasaki Ninja 250R, World's largest selling 250cc bike, has been sold 1000 units through Bajaj Pro-biking sales outlets across the country. The Ninja 250R also becomes the first Multi cylinder Super sports bike in India. Bajaj Auto's presently has 32 state-of-art showrooms across 30 cities in India. The event also coincided with the commencement of operations of “India Kawasaki Motors Pvt. Ltd” (IKM), the fully owned subsidiary of Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Japan.The Kawasaki Ninja 250R comes loaded with Four stroke, DOHC, liquid cooling machine that is delivers superb output of 31 Bhp power at 10500rpm while produces maximum torque of 22 Nm at 9,500 rpm with its 249cc displacement.



It is also incorporated with 6 speed manual transmission system. The fuel tank capacity of Ninja 250R is fitted with 18.2 litre along with 4.8 litre in reserve. Speaking at the occasion, Mr. Tanigawa, MD IKM, said “The launch of Kawasaki Ninja 250R has been a great success and the sales of the bike has exceeded our expectations.

The product appeal coupled with great after sales service support from Bajaj Pro-biking has propelled the sales of Kawasaki Ninja 250R. We will continue our efforts in further strengthening the Ninja brand in India.” After getting huge success, the company is looking forward to expand its wide range of new Ninja bikes in the Indian auto market that includes Kawasaki Ninja 400R, Kawasaki Ninja 650R and Kawasaki Ninja ZX14.

Kawasaki Ninja 650R by April 2011

World's one of the top most sports motorcycle, Kawasaki Ninja is going to be introduced an higher version by April 2011. After the successful launch of Kawasaki Ninja 250R in the Indian auto market, the company is now looking forward to hit another sports motorcycle along with more power and better fuel efficiency. Kawasaki Ninja is really getting overwhelming response from the Indian buyers. Recently Kawasaki Ninja 250R reaches 1000 sales mark. Presently, the all Kawasaki Ninja 250R selling by the officially partner of Kawasaki, Bajaj Auto India Limited at the company's Probiking outlets across the country.



However, the company has not yet officially announced the launch of new Kawasaki Ninja 650R. The new Ninja 650R might be launched with attractive price tag around Rs. 6 to 7 lakhs. The all new Kawasaki Ninja 650R would be powered by 649cc, Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, parallel twin machine. The powertrain of Ninja 650R has got a good capabilities to produce superb output of power and torque. It is expected to be incorporated with Six speed transmission system.



The new Kawasaki Ninja 650R is believed to be available in three exciting shades and colours - Ebony, Lime Green / Ebony (SE), Pearl White / Ebony (SE). It might get tough competition with Honda Interceptor, Hyosung St7, Yamaha Yzf R6, Suzuki Gsxr, Honda Cbr600rr and more. On the other hand, the company also intending to introduce two more improved versions of Ninja that includes Kawasaki Ninja ZX14 and Ninja 400R.

World’s Biggest Diamond Mine – Mirny (Mir Mine)

World’s Biggest Diamond Mine is located at Mirna, Eastern Siberia, Russia. The mine is 525 meters (1,722 ft) deep and has a diameter of 1,200 m (3,900 ft).

The mine is so big and giat that the airspace above the mine is closed for helicopters because of a few incidents in which they were sucked in by the downward air flow. To give an idea how big it is here is is a fine illustration.

Figure 1

Figure 2

This giant truck, BELAZ (200-220 ton payload ) (see Figure 1), looks like small spot on next picture (see Figure 2). The truck in the picture, one of the biggest in the world, is just a small point in comparison to the diamond mine.

The town is strictly off limits to outsiders without a special permit and the authorities regard any foreigners with considerable suspicion. BBC Reported about this here

History:
The mine was discovered on June 13, 1955 by Soviet geologists Yuri Khabardin, Ekaterina Elagina and Viktor Avdeenko during the large Amakinsky Expedition in Yakut ASSR. They found traces of volcanic rock kimberlite which are usually associated with diamonds. This finding was the first success in the search for kimberlite in Russia, after numerous failed expeditions of the 1940s and 1950s. For this discovery, in 1957 Khabardin was given the Lenin Prize, which was one of the highest awards in the Soviet Union.

The development of the mine had started in 1957 in extremely harsh climate conditions. Seven months of winter per year froze the ground into permafrost, which was hard in winter, but turned into sludge in summer. Buildings had to be raised on piles, so that they would not sink in summer, and the main processing plant had to be built on a better ground found 20 km away from the mine. The winter temperatures were so low that car tires and steel would shatter and oil would freeze. During the winter, the workers used jet engines to defreeze and dig out the permafrost or blasted it with dynamite to get access to the underlying kimberlite. The entire mine had to be covered at night to prevent the machinery from freezing.

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Thanks To “weirdomatic.com”, usmra.com,

iPhone App: Rage HD Free Giveaway

Today we are giving away Rage HD, the top grossing iPhone Game for Free. To know how to get this paid app for free, check out the post iPhone Apps: Free Giveaway Everyday.

RAGE comes to iPhone with the hit of the wastelands, Mutant Bash TV! This intense first-person rail shooter casts you in the starring role of a post-apocalyptic game show where you’ll be stalked by hungry mutants while you scour pulse-pounding levels for ammo and cash pick-ups. Make a deal with J.K Stiles, the show’s menacing host, and see if you have what it takes to survive this carnage-filled carnival of death!

Some of the key features of the game are:

• Experience the post-apocalyptic mayhem of the RAGE universe for the first time!
• Arm yourself with a pistol, shotgun or machine gun.
• Battle your way through three levels - the mutant-infested Tenements, the lunatic-ridden Asylum and the not so-abandoned Bunker.
• Perform hit-streaks and pick up “Bash Bux” to increase your performance.
• Complete Mutant Bash TV challenges and replay levels to beat your top score.
• High resolution graphics.
• Works on iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad

Sports bikes in India by December 2010

The quantity of sports bikes are increasing well across the country and the major auto market leaders also getting their interest to manufacturer this kind of bikes in India. Presently, a few most popular motorcycle brands have introduces sports bikes in Indian market. Suzuki Hayabusa, Honda VFR, Suzuki Gsxr , Honda CBR and more are currently getting excellent attention from the Indian buyers. Now another leading two-wheeler manufacturers are looking forward to launch new sports bikes in India that includes Hyosung, BMW, Ducati, KTM, etc.



Hyosung Motor has recently associated with Garware Bestre Ltd, the manufacturer and exporter of rubber products to launch new bikes in India. The company is all set to introduce two motorcycles in the 650-700 range with the Hyosung GT650R sportbike and Hyosung ST7 cruiser. As per some news reports, the company plans to sell 2,000 units in its first year of operation and will expand of up to 5,000 units of motorcycles by 2013.



On the other hand, BMW Motorrad is the motorcycle business unit of the German company BMW, is also going to enter in the Indian motorcycle market by the introducing new sports bikes in the Indian auto market. It is speculated that the company will come up with three massive motorcycles brands including BMW R 1200GS, BMW S 1000RR and BMW K 1300S by the end of this year.



Behind of them, Mahindra 2wheeler has already displayed the new sports bike, Mahindra Mojo. The company has already entered into motorcycle market with the launches of new enter-level Mahindra Stallio 125cc in the Indian auto market. The new Mahindra Mojo will be launched by the next year. Apart from that launch, Indian bike lovers will see new bikes in India that includes Honda Interceptor, Kawasaki Ninja 650R, Yamaha Yzf R6, Ktm Rc8, Triumph America, Harley Davidson Superlow, Suzuki Gladius, Honda Cbr600rr and more.

Triumph Bikes is all set to launch in next year

Britain based major motorbike manufacturer, Triumph is getting ready to enter in the Indian motorcycle market and all set to launched new bikes in India by next year. According to some news sources, it is speculated that Triumph Motorcycle is expected to launch super sports bikes soon in India that includes Triumph America, Triumph Speed triple and Triumph Speedmaster. However, the company has not yet officially announced the launch of new bikes in India.



The company has produced world wide variants in the class of Touring Bikes, Roadsters, Cruisers, Classic Bikes, Super Sports and Adventure Bikes. Triumph bikes will be developed in Indian and imported in the from of some CKD kits. The company hopes to get positive response from the Indian buyers. Triumph Motors will collaborate with India's major auto manufacturers to manage sales and assembly across the country.


With the launch of new bikes, Triumph might get tough competition with the country's some major super bike manufacturers like Suzuki, Honda, Yamaha and more. On the other hand, BMW is also all set to debut in the Indian market along with wide range of new bikes. After the successful launch of Suzuki sports motorcycle brands in the country. World's major super sports bike makers are looking forward to establish their strong position in the Indian auto market.

Verizon Launching 4G Network

Verizon smack talk campaign against AT&T and currently considering for its 4G (LTE) network.Verizon is also considering network speeds as well as data transfer amounts in wireless plan pricing……

The latest rumblings come straight from the mouth of Verizon Communications CEO Ivan Seidenberg, who told the Wall Street Journal that Verizon Wireless which is on the cusp of launching its 4G LTE (short for “Long-Term Evolution”) data network is mulling the idea of making speed a factor in its upcoming tiered data plans.Both Verizon and AT&T are looking to LTE technology to power their upcoming 4G data networks. Verizon is slated to switch on LTE in close to 40 markets before the year is out.

Sprint is still charging 4G customers the same $60 a month that it does 3G customers and indeed, 4G users get a better deal, given that Sprint’s 3G broadband plan is capped at 5GB a month while the 4G plan is (for now) unlimited.Users of Sprint’s two 4G phones the HTC Evo 4G and the Samsung Epic 4G are also subject to the same “Everything Data” bundles (starting at $69 a month) as are those with 3G phones. That said, Sprint also charges a $10 “premium data” fee for Evo 4G and Epic 4G users although the carrier swears up and down that the extra charge is based on the hardware of those two handsets, not because they’re using Sprint’s 4G network.

T-Mobile is sticking with the same data plans on its “4G” HSPA+ network that users of 3G data are paying: $40 a month for 5GB of data for mobile broadband cards, or $30 a month for 5GB of smartphone data, after which your download speeds will be “throttled” to sub-3G speed.All four of the big U.S. carriers are promising significant speed boosts from their respective 4G networks as fast as 20Mbps in ideal cases, although most will probably see speeds ranging from 5 to 10Mbps or so. Also, it’ll take months or even years before most of the country is blanketed in 4G coverage, meaning that early adopters of the first 4G broadband cards, smartphones and tablets will have to put up with spotty 4G signals.

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Royal Enfield plans to produce 10,000 bikes a month

India's one of the leading two-wheeler manufacturer, Royal Enfiled is planning to expand their production capacity at 10,000 units a month in the upcoming years. After the successful launch of two most popular motorcycle brands - Royal Enfield Bullet Classic 350 and 500, the company getting wonderful response from the Indian auto market. The demand of both Bullet Classic 350 and 500 growing tremendously well in the country. After getting huge demand of motorcycles from the Indian buyers, the company looking forward to increase production capacity by the next few years.


“We will be continuously looking to ramp up the capacity, even up to 10,000 units to meet excess demand, for which we are looking at options of setting up a new manufacturing facility,” Eicher Motors managing director and CEO Sidhartha Lal told reporters on the sidelines of the India Economic Summit. The average production capacity of Royal Enfiled is around 5,000 per month, but in the last quarter, the company manufactured around 4,000 units of motorcycles per month, which is lower than the average capacity of 5,000 unites. Sidhartha Lal said that we will be reached again to the 5,000 units a month mark by nest year.


Royal Enfield has strong line-up of motorcycles like Royal Enfield Bullet, Royal Enfield Bullet Classic and Royal Enfield Thunderbird. The all models of Royal Enfield are offering extremely well performance across the country. On the other hand, another major auto manufacturers are getting ready to launch their new bikes in India that includes Bmw K1300s, Honda Interceptor, Honda Cbr, Kawasaki Ninja, Hyosung Gt, Yamaha Yzf R6, Ktm Rc8, Triumph America, etc.

Honda CBR 150R to be launched in January

Japan based two-wheeler manufacturer, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India is all set to launch an upgraded small version of Honda CBR 150R in January 2011. The company has already introduces two super sports bikes including Honda CBR 1000RR and Honda CBR 1000RR Fireblade. Now, HMSI looking forward to expand their wide range of CBR series by the introducing two small versions of Honda CBR soon in India, which will be known as Honda CBR 150R and CBR 250R. The new Honda CBR 150R is expected to be available with attractive price tag of around Rs. 100,000 (ex-showroom).



It will be powered by 4-stroke, Single cylinder, 4 valve, DOHC engine which can expect to produce maximum power of 18 Bhp at 10500 rpm while generates maximum torque of 16 Nm at 8500 rpm with its 149.4cc displacement. Presently, HMSI has strong line-up of most popular motorcycles including Honda Cb Twister, Honda Cb Dazzler, Honda Shine, Honda Stunner Cbf, Honda Unicorn, Honda VFR 1200F and Honda VTR.



It would be incorporated with 6 Speed manual transmission along with wet Multiple Disk clutch. The powertrain of Honda CBR 150R has got a good capabilities to deliver better mileage of around 50 kmpl. The fuel tank capacity of CBR 150R is around 10 litres. The front look of new bike is seem like Honda VFR. The Honda CBR 150R will be fitted with dual disc brakes along with Front Telescopic forks and Rear Monoshock suspension.



It might be get tough competition with Yamaha FZS, Honda CB Dazzler, TVS Apache, Suzuki GSXR, Hero Honda Karizma R, Bajaj Pulsar and more. Apart from that launch, Indian bike lovers will see the new bikes in India that includes Kawasaki Ninja 650R, Vibgyor Hunter, Bmw K1300s, Hyosung Gt, Yamaha Yzf R6, Ktm Rc8, Demak Dmx R, Bajaj Sonic, Harley Davidson Superlow etc.

Dual disc brakes for the 150cc bikes Honda CB Dazzler, Hero Honda Hunk and Yamaha R15

The trend of latest attributes in bikes are increasing tremendously well in the Indian auto market. Presently, the premium segment bikes are available with single disc brakes. After getting huge demand of dual disc brakes for the 150cc bikes from the auto market, the leading two-wheeler manufacturers are looking forward to introduce the next generation dual disc brakes bikes in India. It is speculated, Honda CB Dazzler, Hero Honda Hunk and Yamaha R15 might be launched with the dual disc brakes soon in India. However, the officially announced has not yet received by any major auto market leader. Currently, the all three premium bikes are getting wonderful response from the Indian buyers.



Honda CB Dazzler is a upgraded version of already existing Honda Unicorn. It is powered by 4 Stroke, Air Cooled OHC, Single Cylinder which is generating top power output of 14 Bhp at 8000 rpm and produces peak torque of 13 Nm at 5500 rpm with its 149.1cc displacement. On the other hand, Hero Honda Hunk, which is the much popular premium motorcycle brand of Hero Honda motors India.



The Hero Honda Hunk is loaded features with a 149.2cc, 4 stroke, air cooled, single cylinder, OHC configuration. The powertrain of Hero Honda Hunk is offering maximum output of 14.4 PS power at 8,500 rpm and churns out a peak torque of 12.80 Nm at 6,500 rpm. Behind of them, Yamaha R15 might also be available in dual disc brakes. It is presently offering extremely well performance across the country.



It comes loaded with 149.8cc, Liquid cooled, 4stroke, SOHC that produces top power output of 17BHP at 8500 RPM while delivers maximum torque of 15 Nm at 7500 rpm. Hero Honda Karizm ZMR, Kawasaki Ninja 250R, Bajaj Pulsar 220 are currently available with dual disc brakes. Apart from that launch, India bike lovers will see the new bikes in India that includes Bmw K1300s, Honda Interceptor, Honda Cbr, Vibgyor Shark, Kawasaki Ninja 650R and more.