Top 10 Smartphones of 2011

Smartphones are becoming a necessity in modern day life, but with so many choices, it can be hard to choose. In fact many people make the mistake of choosing a smartphone based on it's look and feel, without actually knowing anything about it, and that can certainly be a big mistake. The last thing you want to do is get stuck on a contract with a smartphone that you wished you didn't buy, especially because they can get pretty expensive.

Below is a randomized list of the top ten smartphones of 2011, hopefully it will help you on your journey in finding the smartphone that's right for you.

Samsung Infuse 4G - The Infuse 4G is what Samsung calls "the nations thinnest 4G smartphone" coming in at 8.99 mm thick, making it easier to fit into almost any pocket. You'll find this Android 2.2 (Froyo) based smartphone on the AT&T network for $199.99 on a two year contract, and a hefty $549.99 without.

• Single core 1.2GHz Hummingbird processor
• Android 2.2 (Froyo)
• 5" Super AMOLED Plus touchscreen display
• 8 MP rear facing camera
• 3 MP front facing camera
• 720p HD video recording/playback
• Full HTML web browsing
• QWERTY keyboard

HTC ThunderBolt - The Thunderbolt from HTC is a newly released Android 2.2 (Froyo) based smartphone on the Verizon network. It boasts a large 4.3" touchscreen display, QWERTY keyboard and super fast 4G speeds using Verizon's 4G LTE. This smartphone is a bit pricey, coming in at $249.99 on a two year contract, but you may be able to finding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;">

HTC Inspire 4G - The Inspire 4G is another 4G smartphone on the AT&T network. It was first announced in Jan of 2011, and is definitely one of the top 10 smartphones of 2011. Not only is the Inspire 4G affordable (coming in at $99.99 on a two year contract), but it also comes equipped with a massive 4.3" touchscreen display, making it very easy to navigate through the UI.

• Single core 1GHz Snapdragon processor
• 3" touchscreen display
• 4GB internal memory
• 768MB RAM
• 8MP camera
• 720p HD video recording/playback
• Android 2.2 (Froyo)
• DLNA support
• FM Radio
• Dolby Mobile and SRS sound enhancement

Motorola Atrix 4G - The Atrix 4G is said to be revolutionary because of it's powerful dual core processor, and it's unique accessories like the Webtop Dock that allows users to plug into a dummy laptop that's powered by the Atrix 4G smartphone. This awesome smartphone with the worlds first qHD display starts at $99.99 (Online deal) with a two year contract, from AT&T.

• Dual core 1GHz Tegra 2 processor
• 0" qHD display
• Ability to view full HTML, tabbed browsing using Webtop Dock
• Android 2.2 (Froyo)
• 5MP auto focus camera with LED flash
• 1080p HD video recording/playback
• 16GB of internal memory, expandable to 32GB
• 1GB RAM
• HDMI out via micro USB
• DLNA support

HTC ThunderBolt - The Thunderbolt from HTC is a newly released Android 2.2 (Froyo) based smartphone on the Verizon network. It boasts a large 4.3" touchscreen display, QWERTY keyboard and super fast 4G speeds using Verizon's 4G LTE. This smartphone is a bit pricey, coming in at $249.99 on a two year contract, but you may be able to find it a bit cheaper.

• Single core 1GHz Snapdragon processor
• 3" touchscreen display
• 0MP rear facing camera/1.3MP front facing camera
• Android 2.2 (Froyo)
• QWERTY keyboard
• Built in kickstand
• DLNA support
• 720p HD video recording/playback
• 8GB of internal storage
• 768MB of RAM
• FM Radio

Samsung Galaxy S II - Samsung's Galaxy S II is one of the few smartphones with a 4.3" Super AMOLED Plus display, which helps save battery life as well as provide users with enhanced readability. Although some are confused about whether there actually going to be able to get there hands on the Galaxy S II, it should be releasing on Verizon as Function, Sprint as Within, and AT&T as the Attain. The pricing and release date aren't exact but it should be releasing around August for $199.99 in the US.

• Dual core 1.2GHz ARM Cortex A-9 processor
• 3" Super AMOLED Plus touchscreen display
• Android 2.3 (Gingerbread)
• 16GB of internal memory/expandable to 32GB
• 1GB RAM
• 8MP rear facing camera with auto focus and flash/2MP front facing camera
• 1080p HD video recording/playback
• HDMI out via micro USB
• DLNA support
• FM Radio
• Gorilla Glass

Motorola Droid Bionic - The Droid Bionic, Motorola's latest edition to the Droid line, is already gathering interest and positive reviews before it's release. This smartphone is one of the most powerful smartphones available, not only because of it's 1GHz dual core processor, but because of it's ability to utilize Verizon's 4G speeds. Pricing and release date have not been officially announced yet but it should be out sometime in 2011. Note that the Bionic may actually ship with twice the RAM than whats listed below.

• Dual core 1GHz Tegra 2 processor
• Android 2.2 (Froyo)
• 3" touchscreen display
• 8MP camera with auto focus/flash
• 720p HD video recording/playback
• HDMI out
• DLNA support
• up to 16GB of internal memory
• 512MB RAM

Apple iPhone 4 - Apple's iPhone 4 made the top ten list because of it's ability to continue to grab all the attention in the smartphone world. Apple has sold millions of iPhone 4 handsets, and continues to do so. With it's ultra sleek design and Apple branding, the iPhone 4 revolutionized the smartphone industry, and continues to grow in popularity. Today the iPhone 4 is sold in white or black on the Verizon and AT&T networks for $199.99 for the 16GB version, and $299.99 for the 32GB version.

• Single core 1GHz ARM Cortex A-8 processor
• 720p HD video recording/playback
• 5MP camera with auto focus and LED flash
• 5" touchscreen display
• 16GB or 32GB of internal memory
• 512MB RAM
• iOS (operating system)

HTC Sensation 4G - The Sensation 4G has got allot of buzz going on around it because it's one of the most powerful smartphones to come to T-Mobile. The powerful Sensation 4G hit stores June 15th 2011 for $199.99 on a two year contract and a mail in rebate. With it's super fast 1.2GHz dual core processor, 4.3" display, 4G speeds and high ratings, there's no doubt that this handset would make the top 10 smartphones of 2011.

• Dual core 1.2GHz Snapdragon processor
• 3" qHD touchscreen display
• Android 2.3 (Gingerbread)
• 1080p HD video recording/playback
• 8MP camera with autofocus and dual LED flash
• DLNA support
• 1GB internal memory
• 768MB RAM
• SRS virtual surround sound for wired headphones
• HTC Sense UI
• 4G speeds

HTC EVO 4G - HTC produces many smartphones, but one of the most popular, if not the most popular one, is the EVO 4G. HTC's EVo 4G got it's debut back in June 2010, and to this day it remains a staple in the smartphone industry. The HTC EVO 4G offers up a massive 4.3" display where others don't, it also comes with an upgrade to Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) as well as both front and rear facing cameras. The EVO 4G goes for $99.99 on a two year contract from Sprint, and you'll also get your choice of black or white.

• 720p HD video recording/playback
• Single core 1GHz Snapdragon processor
• 3" touchscreen display
• 8MP rear camera with auto focus and flash
• 3MP front facing camera
• 1GB of internal memory
• 512MB RAM
• Android 2.3 (Gingerbread)
• HDMI out
• FM Radio

LG G2X - LG's G2X constantly rates high as one of the best smartphones available on the T-Mobile network. It's built for glorious HD video and gaming, that's powered by a dual core Tegra 2 processor. With the G2x, you won't only get one of the fastest processors around, but you'll also get great features like a 4.0" touchscreen display, Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), 1080p HD video recording and both rear and front facing camera's. You can find the LG G2X at T-Mobile for as low as $149.99 with a mail in rebate and a two year contract.

• Dual core 1GHz Tegra 2 processor
• 0" touchscreen display
• Android 2.3 (Gingerbread)
• 8GB of internal memory
• 512MB RAM
• 1080p HD video capture and sharing
• 720p HD video recording/playback
• 8MP rear facing camera
• 3MP front facing camera
• DLNA support
• HDMI out

Today you see almost every electronic manufacturer getting in on the game of smartphones, but the quality of each handset always makes the difference to the users in the end. Smartphones will continue to thrive in today's world, as new technology expands it's abilities.

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Difference Between Apple iPad and iPad 2

Both Apple iPad and iPad 2 have striking features in it but still the pioneers of Apple made some improvements to iPad 2 in its design and performance. When compared to iPad, iPad 2 has all the updated applications and accordingly it has a high speed A5 processor giving you a stunning performance. This A5 processor consists of 1GHz Dual-core A9 application processor that is completely based on ARM architecture. The clock speed is twice faster in A5 processor than that of an A4 and also comparatively it is 9 times better in graphic oriented applications. Though they are much faster the power consumption is the same with them.

iPad 2 is much sleeker as they are 33% thinner and 15% lighter than a basic iPad. But then the display is again the same for both. It has a 9.7" LED back-lit LCD display with a resolution of about 1024 x 768 pixels and they make use of the IPS technology. The edges of the iPad 2 are slightly modified with an angled edge so as to reduce the weight of the gadget. Otherwise the design is almost the same for both. Also the battery life is similar where they can hold up to 10 continuous working hours.

Apple iPad 2 has now come up with some additional features. It has dual cameras both on the front and the rear side that adds to the convenience. The rear camera has a gyro and 720p video camcorder while the front facing camera facilitates FaceTime for video conferencing. With a new software PhotoBooth HDMI compatibility, you can connect your iPad 2 to a HDTV through Apple digital AV adapter (available separately) and share all your applications. Apple has introduced two more applications, iMovie and GarageBand which lets your iPad 2 play music as a small musical instrument does.

It is capable of supporting both 3G-UMTS and 3G-CDMA networks and it delivers the Wi-Fi only model also. Usually they are available in two colours black and white and are priced same like an iPad. It comes with a flexible magnetic case, made from either polyurethane or leather. Known as Smart Cover, they can be used both as a cover and also a stand for your iPad 2.

iPad 2 is updated with an iOS 4.3 and it has come up with lot many improvements. The safari browser is enhanced with a new Nitro JavaScript engine and this is twice faster than iOS 4.2. Hence the page loads are 35% faster than a iPad. You can easily share your movies and music from any Apple device, with the iTunes Home Sharing application. Apple is yet to release its next upgrade OS 4.3.1 on 25th March 2011 and this would be again a striking feature.

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