BlackBerry 10 iPhone Competitor.

Photo Credit from the VERGE.

Well its here, the BlackBerry 10. Along with this new toys comes in the reviews. Here is a small tittle round up that I found floating around on 9to5Mac.

The Verge 

The Z10 is a fine device, well made, reasonably priced, backed by a company with a long track record. But it’s not the only device of its kind, and it’s swimming against a massive wave of entrenched players with really, really good products… . It does everything a modern phone should do, usually without hesitation. It doesn’t do everything perfectly, but it does many things — most things — reasonably well. The problem with the Z10 is that it doesn’t necessarily do anything better than any of its competition.

Engadget

As a replacement for older versions of BlackBerry OS, BB 10 is a huge step out of the dark ages of mobile OS design. It’s something that finally feels intended for a modern, full-touch device, yet still offers the core productivity focus we think BBID-holders will like. Does it have mainstream appeal? Yes, it does, but we’re not sure a great stock keyboard and some trick gestures are enough to unseat the current kings of mobile devices.

CrackBerry

With the BlackBerry Z10, I can finally start walking around with just one device in my pocket without feeling like I’m missing out. BlackBerry 10 retains the best features of the BlackBerry of old, plays catch up in the OS and apps department to the competition, and with features like Hub and Flow actually push the smartphone experience further. It’s a BlackBerry that is equally good at getting work done and having fun too.

CNET

The BlackBerry 10 OS, looks terrific, and comes with many of the world-class features you’d demand from a modern OS. So it adds a few of its own signature tools for security and business users… BlackBerry lovers who can get past the rookie mistakes will find a polished-looking OS that’s packed with interesting and useful features, but happy Android and iOS users will not find a reason to switch.

iPhone 5 is HERE!

Today was an amazing day because at 1pm est. Apple unrelieved the iPhone 5.  The iPhone 5 rocks a taller, 4-inch 1136 x 640 resolution Retina display, supports 4G LTE networks, the new, faster dual-core A6 processor with more graphics power, and a faster, smaller camera that features better low-light performance. The new phone will also ship with an upgraded Siri virtual assistant, a new 9-pin Thunderbolt-lite connector port called “Lightning,” and more. The iPhone 5 will also come pre-loaded with iOS 6, and all of the new features coming to it.

Pricing starts at $199, with the 32GB and 64GB models at $299 and $399

The new thing about this phone is that it is available on tons of networks such as Verizon Wireless, AT&T, and Sprint in the United States (T-Mobile supports unlocked iPhones) and Bell, Rogers, Telus, Fido, Virgin Mobile, and Koodo in Canada.

Pre-orders this Friday, for delivery on September 21st.

Microsoft Surface Tablet

So I’m sure everyone has seen this bad boy but I thought I would post it on my blog with the specs and all.

After sending out cryptic invitations predictions flooded from media and consumers alike- most thought maybe Windows Phone 8, while other rumors included a potential Xbox Surface, but nope the Microsoft Surface Tablet was unveiled.

The Microsoft Surface tablet comes in two different options, Windows RT and Windows 8 Pro.
Windows RT is the lightweight option, both physically and spec-wise.
  • 676g
  • 9.33 mm thick
  • 10.6″ ClearType HD DIsplay
  • 31.5 Wh battery
  • microSD, USB 2.0, Micro HD Video
  • Office Home & Student 2013 RT, Touch Cover, Type Cover
  • 32 GB, 64 GB
Windows 8 Pro, is the obvious pro option, and is said to be the “full PC.” It comes with a heftier weight.
  • 903 g
  • 13.5 mm thick
  • 10.6″ ClearType Full HD Display
  • 42 Wh battery
  • microSDXC, USB 3.0, Mini DisplayPort Video,
  • Touch Cover, Type Cover, Pen with Palm Block
  • 64 GB, 128 GB
Specs Found on IGN.com

This awesome new machinery comes with a sturdy, integrated kickstand and a SmartCover-esque cover, that features a fully functioning keyboard, with a trackpad. It connects with a “single magnetic click”. Tight right?

“I can touch type on this as fast as I can type on any keyboard.” said Microsoft’s Michael Angiulo. The Touch Cover comes in five colors – black, red, blue, and pink.

The surface also comes with two cameras called “LifeCams” The rear-facing camera is angled so when positioned on a kickstand, it can still record meetings or any other event thats going on.

To top everything off, being that this is a full-on PC it can run true PC games.

Microsoft has stated the tablet-PC hybrids will be priced competitively, but no mention of price or release date was mentioned. So I guess will just be waiting to see what they got to unveil about it next!

Sources: IGN.com