Sunday, August 18, 2013

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Phone for my Mom 10-15K

Posted: 18 Aug 2013 03:07 AM PDT

I need phone for mom, she don't need much apps but needs simple phone. 
Her requirements
1. Good camera with flash
2. FM radio
3. Basic browser, whatsapp 
4. some music
5. bigger screen (around 4 inch)
These made me choose windows platform for other review. 

Now as my choice 
1. Lumia 520 - no flash
2. Lumia 620 - no FM, smaller screen
3. Lumia 720 - its good but little out of budget (any idea about sub 15k price)
4. HTC 8S - everything looks good but did not find any good recommendation This one fits in her needs but need review about this phone. (4gb is -ve point but not concern because not installing many apps)


Creating this thread to know 
1. is HTC 8S is comparable to Lumia 620?
2. Any deal for Lumia 720 under 15K?
3. Any other phone I did not find out. 
4. Should I bother to check android phone or stick to windows?

First Flight of the Phantom

Posted: 18 Aug 2013 02:49 AM PDT

 

Basically video recorded from a drone in New York City. 

Can't find Dell online warranty check

Posted: 18 Aug 2013 02:37 AM PDT

Dear Friends,

 

I have been trying to look for an online service on Dell's India/Global site so that I can check the warranty status of my newly bought LED monitor. I only have the serial no of this monitor and no service tag etc as asked by Dell website somewhere I just looked at. I am surprised to see that there is no simple online facility by Dell to check warranty status of any of their products simple by entering a long serial no, often made available by other manufactures online namle Seagate as this link below is an evidence of that. One can easily find the warranty status of any Seagate products if he has got the serial no handy. Thanks.

 

http://support.seagate.com/customer/en-us/warranty_validation.jsp

Ingress for Google Android

Posted: 18 Aug 2013 02:26 AM PDT

Google launches a new invite only beta augmented reality game INGRESS
(http://pulse.me/s/fpavx)

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nianticproject.ingress



Ingress is a game that uses real world locations to allow you play a global game via an Android smartphone, which is not unlike Shadow Cities, an Android game we looked at earlier. The goal in Ingress is to discover augmented reality clues and messages embedded in physical locales, and gather virtual energy which allows you to continue playing the game. The fictional premise of the game is centered on a conspiracy originating in Europe dealing with some new form of energy being released into various locations around the planet.

In order to gain access to the game you need to first sign up for an invite and have an Android smartphone available (the game isn't optimized for tablets). And while the game is currently set up for Android smartphones, it's hard to look at the game's promotional video and not instantly think of the Google Glass videos that have popped up since the introduction of the device. If that sounds like a stretch, keep in mind that Google has reportedly already made deals with real world stores to take advantage of the game, and secured in-game promotional relationships with companies like Jamba Juice, Hint Water, and Zipcar.

How do you get people to use and enjoy a product based on embedded advertisements in everything around you? Make it fun by making the process a game. Next step: Port the entire thing over to Google Glass. Genius. The game is available now for free in the Google Play store.

This looks awesome! I signed up for the beta.

Buying and Selling products through OLX

Posted: 18 Aug 2013 02:19 AM PDT

I am giving it a second try. I listed my 2012 Google Nexus 7 3G 2 days ago. Just got one query. But as expected, it was quite absurd. He wants me to drop the price 40%. Claims to have Google as his client. Says Google is offering him the 2013 edition of the 3G variant for Rs. 18000 (US price is going to be above Rs. 22000). It's fun. I told him to get it because it is an excellent deal. He said he is planning on getting that but wanted a backup device for testing. I am assuming he is an Android developer and if he is right, Google seems to be offering the new model at pretty amazing prices to developers here in India even before it is launched in the US market. 

 

Listed two more products for variety. I know people here have had much success with OLX. Share your stories!

How to get wifi password from a router?

Posted: 18 Aug 2013 02:13 AM PDT

My office doesn't have a wi fi access. So i gave my spare wi fi (beetel 450tc1)router(3 months back) to them so that i too can access it. Last month someone misused it and gone beyond the FUP resulting in slow speed which is difficult to check even emails.

 

Now they have changed the wifi password. How to know that? I have the access to the main computer to which router is connected. Even the router settings is restricted with a personal username and password.

 

Anyone here know how to get the wifi password or the router user and pass?

 

The last thing to do is disconnect the router and bring it to my home :playful:

 

P.S. Hope this thread is legal and dont come under hacking category :pleasantry:

Anyone here shop from Amway?

Posted: 18 Aug 2013 02:12 AM PDT

Just curious.

Game of Thrones

Posted: 18 Aug 2013 02:11 AM PDT

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ended up watching the entirety of this show last night and loved it. i am amazed that this show got broadcasted in the US market and here in india words like shit are censored with beeps. :D
 
Books:
 
Game of Thrones: A Song of Ice and Fire
A Clash of Kings: A Song of Ice and Fire
A Storm of Swords: Steel And Snow Book 3 Part 1 (A Song of Ice and Fire)
A Feast for Crows (A Song of Ice and Fire, Book 4)
A Dance With Dragons: Part 1 Dreams and Dust

Moto X Skip

Posted: 18 Aug 2013 01:58 AM PDT

Basically a device that you carry that unlocks the device automatically. Something like that. 

 

 

 

Skip is a thin, thumb-sized clip that pairs with your Moto X and unlocks it with a simple tap. Wear Skip on your shirt sleeve, shirt hem, belt loop -- wherever it feels most comfortable. It's fast, easy and secure. It provides all the benefits of a PIN without the hassle.

There are three Skip dots included with each Skip. Skip dots are stickers that, like Skip, provide authentication and also create "trusted zones" for Touchless Control. Try a Skip dot on your dashboard, your nightstand, or your desk at work. Just tap your Moto X to the Skip dot, and your phone is unlocked. Place your phone on the bedside Skip dot, "OK, Google Now, set alarm for 7 a.m.," or place it on a Skip dot in the kitchen, "OK Google Now, what is cardamom?"

 

http://goo.gl/abofmv

 

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Alliance Kolkata 6mbps speed test

Posted: 18 Aug 2013 01:47 AM PDT

Posted Image Really amazing to see such speeds in Kolkata for the first time :mml::mml::mml: Test done on PACKAGE PREMIUM 1050 UNLIMITED :D NO FUP'S :yahoo::yahoo:

LED TV from Malaysia or Singapore

Posted: 18 Aug 2013 01:40 AM PDT

Would be travelling to Malaysia and Singapore in March & would like to buy an LED TV. I have zeroed in on https://www.samsungindiaestore.com/Products/Television/40ES5600_40ES5600 The cost on online Samsung store is 62K, But the prices in retail is almost 52K.

Am basically looking for 40" LED full HD. In case there are any other models which are similar specs (Sony/LG), Please recommend me.

Also, If anyone has bought TV from the above countries let me know the shops and the procedure from customs.

Thanks!

Retirement age for central government employees might be raised to 62 years

Posted: 18 Aug 2013 01:39 AM PDT

It's 58 years here in Haryana I think. 60 for central government employees. 


 

 

There is raging speculation that the Centre may raise the retirement age of its staff but top sources say there is no such move.

"There is no such plan to raise the retirement age to 62 from 60 years," a reliable source in the government said.

There are about 50 lakh central government employees working in various departments including the Railways across the country.

 

http://www.readability.com/articles/l26henxv

Unable to use Tata Sky Wifi Remote

Posted: 18 Aug 2013 01:09 AM PDT

Hi

 

I've a TataSky HD+ box, and I downloaded the new TataSky App from the AppStore.

 

The STB is connected to my WiFi router with the TataSky Wifi Dongle.

I am unable to use the feature of WiFi remote provided by the TataSky App.

 

On trying to connect I get an error '0xfd2002 : Wi-Fi signal not available, Please ensure your TataSky + HD set top box and this device are currently connected to the same Wi-Fi router.'

 

Has anyone in the forum faced the issue? Any solution?

 

The TataSky helpline is clueless about this...

ISP recomendations from experienced people.

Posted: 18 Aug 2013 01:04 AM PDT

Hi,

 I searched extensively for ISP recomendations from people who are experienced. but found none.

 I would like to start this thread with recomended ISP from different regions of india.

 Please start with the location I am shifting to Ramamurthy Nagar, Bangalore, Karnataka

People who live here please recommend the nicest ISP around here .

a constant speed of 1 mbps should suffice for me.

As of now I figure below providers have connectivity in Ramamurthy Nagar, Bangalore, Karnataka.

ACT Hathway Tikona

 

Micromax A240 (Rumoured)

Posted: 18 Aug 2013 12:59 AM PDT

http://www.androidos.in/2013/08/micromax-a240-exclusive/

 

 

Micromax will introduce its next flagship smartphone very soon, according to sources with information on the matter. The new smartphone will be dubbed as A240 and sport a 5.7-inch 720p HD display, the sources told us. While the exact launch date is unclear at this moment, we are expecting an announcement as early as next week.

 

 

 

With such a giant display on-board, Micromax A240 will be competing with Samsung's Galaxy Mega 5.8. The smartphone will be powered by 1.2GHz quad-core MediaTek MT6589 processor and come with Android 4.2 and 12MP rear camera with LED flash.

According to sources, A240 will also pack 5MP front camera, dual-SIM support, 1GB of RAM, 16GB of internal storage and 2,600 mAh battery.

In terms of the software customisations, the phone is expected to include all tweaks that were made available as a part of A210 Canvas 4 including support for vertical panorama in camera app, video pinning to home-screen support, Flip to mute, and Smart Pause.

Pricing: Micromax A240 will most likely carry a price-tag around INR 18,000 similar to Canvas 4 launch price.

 

Well this looks more like a Note/Mega competitor than flagship to me. But then.. who knows..

Don Bradman Cricket 14

Posted: 18 Aug 2013 12:40 AM PDT

Don Bradman Cricket 14

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Developed by Big Ant Studios and published by Tru Blu

 

 

Features:

■ Online Play
■ Local Multiplayer
■ Autoplay/Simulation mode
■ Career Mode
■ In Game Player Editor
■ In Game Team Editor
■ Challenge mode
■ Tutorial mode
■ Interactive Game

 

At a Glance:

Licences: Licensed by the Bradman Foundation
Online saving and tournaments
Player based 20-year career mode
Fully interactive fielding
Dynamic weather and pitch degredation
'Cricket Academy' Player/team/tour/competitor/umpire creator/editor
DRS and Manual Appeals
Practice Nets

The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug

Posted: 18 Aug 2013 12:23 AM PDT

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Fan made poster. Pretty awesome stuff.

MTNL 3G Jadoo Experiences and Issues

Posted: 18 Aug 2013 12:17 AM PDT

Please use this thread for MTNL 3G/HSDPA activation/speed discussion.

Mumbai
1. For 3G settings, please click here

2. For PrePaid data plans, click here and select 3G Prepaid Data STVs tab.

3. To recharge your prepaid mobile, go here.

4. To check Talktime Balance and validity, dial *444#

5. To check Promotional plan like pay per second validity, dial *445#

6. To check Data Balance and its validity, dial *446#

Delhi
1. For 3G settings, please click here

2. For PrePaid data plans, click here


More data will be added as found. Please PM me if you have something to contribute to this post.

GSM 2G network Shutdown, Transition to 4G -VoLTE

Posted: 18 Aug 2013 12:17 AM PDT

How to Track 2G Network Shutdown
AT&T, which is shutting down its 2G network three years earlier than other networks, has launched a website to geographically track the shutdown.
 
 
 
The transition to 3G/4G wireless from 2G cellular networks is beginning early at AT&T. The telecom giant has launched a new website to geographically track the migration, which will begin on January 1, 2017.

 

Integrators that have installed primary or secondary cellular monitoring modules in their alarm panels need to begin swapping out those modules or clients will lose their communications. The website does not yet contain the geographic tracking mechanism, but AT&T has informed the Central Station Alarm Association that will be an element on the site.

Other wireless networks have announced that they will not begin shutting down 2G until 2020, but AT&T says its early move is necessitated by the extreme amount of data clogging its network.

"Our data traffic has grown at a staggering rate—by 30,000 percent from 2007-2012 - and will continue to increase dramatically in the foreseeable future," AT&T notes. "Migrating to faster, higher-capacity networks will help us ensure that we're using our available bandwidth as efficiently as possible to serve all our customers."

In cases where the AT&T owned and operated 2G network is being shut down earlier than the original 2020 date, AT&T says it will be communicating in advance with those given markets. Meanwhile, manufacturer Telguard has created a website that plans to track information from all the carriers.

ULD950 (4MBPS) plan but speed is only 3~3.5mbps

Posted: 18 Aug 2013 12:02 AM PDT

Hello all,
I have changed by plan from ULD800 to ULD950 about 2 months ago.
The BSNL people changed my plan within 1 week.
I started getting speed about 3.33 MBps.
The download speed was about 380kB/s.

Correct me if I am wrong,
But I think I should be getting a speed of about 4MBps
and a download speed of about ~500kB/s.
WHICH DOES NOT HAPPEN!!

Please help me
My modem page

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Reliance Mobile 3G Tariffs dropped significantly

Posted: 18 Aug 2013 12:00 AM PDT

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Flipkart Deal of the Day: Kiara Hand Bag

Posted: 17 Aug 2013 11:59 PM PDT

The sole review on the page is not good. 

 

Flipkart Deal of the Day: Kiara Hand Bag

 

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planning on shifting to reliance broadband

Posted: 17 Aug 2013 11:54 PM PDT

just wanted to know...i was planning to shift to reliance bb 699.does it have a satisfactory service in terms of speed....are there any sites blocked....any other hicuups if any please specify thanks

Feedly Updates

Posted: 17 Aug 2013 11:54 PM PDT

Battlefield 4

Posted: 17 Aug 2013 11:40 PM PDT

17 minutes gameplay 

 

60 seconds TV spot

Diablo 3

Posted: 17 Aug 2013 11:39 PM PDT

Gamescom

Posted: 17 Aug 2013 11:39 PM PDT

ACT Broadband in Bangalore is unfair

Posted: 17 Aug 2013 11:32 PM PDT

Hi all 

 

Act broadband has its head quarters in Bangalore and see how they behave to hyderabad and Bangalore...They give 10 mbps in Hyderabad 10mbps upto 30Gb  and 2mbps in Hyderabad and in Bangalore FUP  20GB speed post is 256kbps are they putting bones to us and flesh to HYDERABAD .We are cheated in Bangalore see the below screenshots really pathtetic partialty,CUSTOMERS BEWARE of ACT

 

 

 

Bangalore: Plan Name Speed Monthly Tariff FUP Speed After FUP ACT Freedom 2 Mbps 649 20 GB 256 Kbps ACT Liberty 2 Mbps 799 30 GB 512 Kbps ACT Privilege 15 Mbps 999 40 GB 512 Kbps ACT Abundant 15 Mbps 1099 50 GB 512 Kbps ACT Indulge 25 Mbps 1349 60 GB 512 Kbps ACT Extravagant 25 Mbps 1999 100 GB 512 Kbps ACT Force 25 Mbps 2749 200 GB 2 Mbps

 

 

 

Crazy plans at crazy prices
Unlimited Data Plans (w.e.f. Nov 17, 2012)
Charges in INR   
Plan Speed Monthly Half-Yearly Yearly B-Max 450 512 Kbps 450.00 2600.00 5000.00 B-Max 660 3 Mbps 660.00 3630.00 6600.00 B-Max 1110 15 Mbps 1110.00 6110.00 11100.00 B-Max 1660 20 Mbps 1660.00 9130.00 16600.00 B-Max 2770 25 Mbps 2770.00 15240.00 27700.00

- Installation charges will apply depending on plan chosen
- All plans are inclusive of taxes
- Fair Usage Policy applies for Unlimited Data Plans
* Free usage limit applicable for downloads only, uploads are unlimited 
 

Fair Usage Policy (FUP) 
While the packages have been designed to give unlimited broadband experience to the subscribers, few customers may use excessive amount of the data transfer, causing traffic congestion on the network. In order not to impair the experience of other users, a Fair Usage Policy is applied. This helps to give the desired Internet usage experience to all users, especially since broadband is a shared bandwidth experience and the over-usage of a group of customers must not affect the rest of the users.
Table below describes Fair Usage Policy by package with effect from 01- April -2012

Fair Usage Policy (FUP)
Package Name Old Speed New Speed FUP Limit Speed Post FUP B-Max 450 512 Kbps 512 Kbps 20 GB 256 Kbps B-Max 660 1 Mbps 3 Mbps 20 GB 786 Kbps B-Max 1110 10 Mbps 15 Mbps 30 GB 2 Mbps B-Max 1660 15 Mbps 20 Mbps 40 GB 4 Mbps B-Max 2770 20 Mbps 25 Mbps 60 GB 6 Mbps

Note - At The begining of the next calender month, the speed will be automatically reset and increased back to
the speed as per Subscribed package . Please see the details of your package or contact our customer support on 040 66 27 27 27. 

 



Bangalore:
Plan Name Speed Monthly Tariff FUP Speed After FUP
ACT Freedom 2 Mbps 649 20 GB 256 Kbps
ACT Liberty 2 Mbps 799 30 GB 512 Kbps
ACT Privilege 15 Mbps 999 40 GB 512 Kbps
ACT Abundant 15 Mbps 1099 50 GB 512 Kbps
ACT Indulge 25 Mbps 1349 60 GB 512 Kbps
ACT Extravagant 25 Mbps 1999 100 GB 512 Kbps
ACT Force 25 Mbps 2749 200 GB 2 Mbps


-Max 450 512 Kbps 512 Kbps 20 GB 256 Kbps B-Max 660 1 Mbps 3 Mbps 20 GB 786 Kbps B-Max 1110 10 Mbps 15 Mbps 30 GB 2 Mbps B-Max 1660 15 Mbps 20 Mbps 40 GB 4 Mbps B-Max 2770 20 Mbps 25 Mbps 60 GB 6 Mbps

HYDERABAD:
 
 
-Max 450 512 Kbps 512 Kbps 20 GB 256 Kbps
B-Max 660 1 Mbps 3 Mbps 20 GB 786 Kbps
B-Max 1110 10 Mbps 15 Mbps 30 GB 2 Mbps
B-Max 1660 15 Mbps 20 Mbps 40 GB 4 Mbps
B-Max 2770 20 Mbps 25 Mbps 60 GB 6 Mbps

ACT Broadband not working

Posted: 17 Aug 2013 11:28 PM PDT

Dear ACT,

 

I've had ACT broadband connection in Indiranagar for the past 8 months now.Since the past 24 hours, my broadband hasn't been working and issue is unresolved till now. The complain id is 0001141783. This is the first major outage I've had which has stayed beyond 1 hour and is affecting my work badly as I need to rely on slow speed connections. I don't mind restarting my modem every 24 hours which I have been doing since the beginning to resolve the issue whenever I experienced lack of connectivity. But this time it has extended far too long. Request you to look into this urgently and resolve the issue.

Porting back to Airtel

Posted: 17 Aug 2013 10:48 PM PDT

So after a year and a half on Vodafone, I'm going back to Airtel cause of better network and 3G speeds.
My number is actually in my mother's name so I wanted to ask that is it possible for me to port and get the number registered in my name?
It's an old number I took when I was I school. Now want to transfer it in my own name.

100 local SMS/day.1st SMS of the day charged at 50P/sms

Posted: 17 Aug 2013 10:45 PM PDT

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How more can these pathetic vodafone rob money from customers?

 

Unlimited sms to 100sms/day

one month to 28 days

50p everyday for 1st days - what the feck ?

Time to switch network

 

and they changed the 2g plan too..98rs 1gb to 125rs

BSNL - Good riddance !

Posted: 17 Aug 2013 09:56 PM PDT

I had two BSNL broadband connections, one of which dated back to 2004-5. Since last two years one of my connection was giving problem during rainy season, during rains it used to frequently disconnect and my complaint to them met deaf ears. Once a pro BSNL customer, I finally decided to get rid of them and shift to airtel, I applied for surrender of both my connections and two new connections from airtel. Got the airtel connection the very next day, where BSNL took 10 days and various visits to get one of my connection disconnected, while they refuse to disconnect another one on the pre-text that they need the modem they had provided me to be returned. The modem in question was given to me in 2010 upon opting for 1yr committed period ( I had disconnected my line for a year in 2009, so it was kind of new connection in 2010), their service record shows "FREE" modem, and they saying that I need to return them the "FREE" modem. Hilarious, I know, I went and spoke to the DE who is not willing to listen, spoke to the CO, who says she cant do anything and I need to speak to the DE, at the end frustrated I was, I requested the CO to charge me for the modem in the next bill but at least disconnect the broadband. She says she will try to speak to the DE and get it charged in the next bill and let me know. They don't even understand the meaning of "FREE". 

 

Finally, good riddance ! (provided they disconnect by charging me for the modem Rs 1000/-)

1947 MB 2G @33

Posted: 17 Aug 2013 09:08 PM PDT

Just Dial below combination :

*141# >> 4 (2G Data Packs) >> 2 (One Time Activation) >> 3 (1947 MB Free Data @Rs 33)

It may be different for you people :)

Once Upon A Time

Posted: 17 Aug 2013 08:55 PM PDT

How's this?

holy cow. this show is awful. i doubt it is targeted at kids. and it is too childish for adults.

Once Upon A Time

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BFBEkqQwUiI&feature=player_embedded

Eastbound & Down

Posted: 17 Aug 2013 08:53 PM PDT

 

 

Kenny Powers is back for one last season. Eastbound & Down Season 4 premieres on September 29th, only on HBO.

 

Modem Router that works both on BSNL & ACT Broadband

Posted: 17 Aug 2013 02:39 PM PDT

HI,

I'm currently using BSNL BB with BSNL modem, since couple of months connection is getting worse day by day.

I'm planning to move to ACT BB in couple of months, prior to that I would like to change the modem which works both on BSNL and ACT BB.

 

Let me know whether "TP-LINK TD-W8968 300 Mbps Wireless N USB ADSL2+ Modem Router" works on both? or suggest me any other.

Thank you.

Fragile Sim Slots or Sockets

Posted: 17 Aug 2013 02:16 PM PDT

Micromax data cards sim socket is so fragile.

I am using Micromax MMX 353 G data card. Its sim socket is very weak and fragile. Little rough handling can break its socket. I wonder whether the sim sockets of other universal dongles (supporting all networks) are equally weak and fragile. Please share your experience with other data cards.

 

need 3g router or dongle with high gain antenna

Posted: 17 Aug 2013 11:49 AM PDT

ok guys so i'm using bsnl 3G but the RSSI is very poor -103 to -109 

 

and i do not get any signal in my room i have to use the connection in my parenents room..

 

i'm a heavy user and these little dongles gets hot very fast.. so i'm looking for something like this 

 

http://www.dlink.com/uk/en/home-solutions/work/wireless-mobile-broadband/dwr-512-wireless-n-150-3g-7-2-mbps-router

 

Wireless N 150 3G 7.2 Mbps Router
DWR-512

 

but that router is not available in india..

 

a router with sim slot.. and an external high gain 3G antenna ..

 

guys please suggest me any good router not portable.. if it's not available then a good 7.2mbps dongle which supports external antenna.. i have heard that the dongle which had an antenna slot is provided by idea bt it gets hot pretty fast..

 

waiting for ur replies....

Need help to configure TATA photon+ with TPLINK MR 3420 router,

Posted: 17 Aug 2013 11:44 AM PDT

Hello friends,

 

Hi,
I bought TPLINK MR 3420 router 2 days back. I am trying to connect my TATA Photon+ dongle with this router, but couldn't able access the oinernet.
Although this router identifies my dongle but couldn,t able to connect to the internet. I even tried with downgrading my firmware but in vain. Could someone pls help me in configuring this router with TATA photon+ ?
 
Firmware Version:
3.13.27 Build 120905 Rel.73281n
Hardware Version: MR3420 v2 00000000
 
I am using following parameters:
Dial Number: #777
APN:  <blank>
Username: internet
Password: internet
 
Thanks,
Ashish

Google Chrome Updates

Posted: 17 Aug 2013 10:19 AM PDT

Microsoft’s latest beta release of Internet Explorer 8 compare Mozilla’s Firefox 3.0.1 in terms of speed?

The tests
Two head to head tests:

  • SunSpider JavaScript benchmark
  • ACID 3
The results
The results speak for themselves:

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