2013: Samsung forecasts 500 millions handsets shipped. To hold up as #1 global vendor.

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2013: Samsung forecasts 500 millions handsets shipped. To hold up as #1 global vendor.

Samsung Electronics aims to ship 500 million handsets in 2013, of which 350 million will be smartphone models, citing an internal forecast estimate by Samsung.

As global smartphone shipments are expected to reach 860-900 million units in 2013 as projected by some market research institutes, Samsung's smartphone shipments will account for over 40% global market share.

Samsung's strategies of launching Galaxy S and Galaxy Note series as flagship models to build brand image and bring favorable influence on sales of its entry-level and mid-range smartphones have proven successful, enabling the Korea-based vendor to hold up the top vendor ranking.

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CES2013: Samsung to unveil new TV. Video teaser.

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CES2013: Samsung to unveil new TV. Video teaser.

As Samsung prepares to unveil a new TV at CES that is unlike anything the world has ever seen, all other TVs are rushing to see the new TV

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CES2103: Samsung is teasing the New Series 7 Chronos. Video.

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CES2103: Samsung is teasing the New Notebooks Series 7 Chronos. Video.

The New SERIES 7 Chronos just got the upgrade of a lifetime. It's robust enough to handle even the heavy-duty tasks while allowing you to work faster and more seamlessly. It clearly shows an AMD chip.

We'll be revealing this to the world at CES 2013 in just a couple of weeks.,says Samsung.

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China opens world's longest train high-speed line.

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China  opens world's longest train high-speed line.

The  longest  train high speed line in the world, linking Beijing and Guangzhou, was inaugurated on Wednesday morning with the launch of a first fast train, marking a new stage in the great development of China's railway network, dotted, however, scandals and accidents.

For this release, China chose the day of the birthday of leader Mao Zedong, on 26 December 1893.

The train traveled the 2298 km between Beijing and Guangzhou, the major economic center of the south, in eight hours,  three times less than today. Circulated at an average speed of 300 km / h and made five stops in major cities such as Zhengzhou, Wuhan and Changsha.

Some of the high-speed sections in this line were already operating (Zhengzhou-Wuhan-Guangzhou), but lacked the Beijing-Guangzhou.

The departure of the first train was broadcast live on China Central Television, which also released reports recorded inside the cars, where passengers were seen taking pictures of this inauguration.

The first high-speed rail links in China date back to 2007. Since then, the country built the largest network in the world: more than 8,000 km by the end of 2010, a figure expected to double by 2020.

However, this development forced march was punctuated by scandals of corruption and inadequate security.

On July 23, 2011, a collision between two high-speed trains killed 40 people and left 200 injured in east China, which caused an outcry in the country.

After the collision on a viaduct near Wenzhou, authorities accumulated errors.

Several scenes repeated loop and dissected in the network showed excavators pushing the remains of wagons into a pit. Another amateur video, netizens claimed to see one or two bodies falling into the void, while that caused the fall of a car suspended from the viaduct.

The official inquiry said that there were "design flaws" in signaling equipment and the negligence of the railway authorities, so that 54 responsible, including a former Minister of Railways, were punished.

Before the opening of the new high-speed Beijing-Guangzhou, authorities said they had taken steps to improve the maintenance and inspections of infrastructure (roads, rail and emergency assistance in case of problems).

"Were established the system of emergency and all sorts of preparations to improve responsiveness" in case of difficulty, according to a Ministry of Railways brochure.

But the concern remains. The Global Times, a newspaper close to the Communist Party, on Wednesday quoted a ministry official who recognized persistent problems despite the efforts undertaken.

"We can not be sure that there is no risk in the future. Had a lot of pressure on people," he told the newspaper Zhao Chunlei, deputy head of the ministry.

The line will be operational for the Lunar New Year holidays (mid February 2013), during which hundreds of millions of Chinese cross the country, resulting in the world's largest annual migration.

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China: ZTE announced the Nubia Z5 a 5 inch,quad-core, Jelly Bean, 13 Mpxls camera with Dolby, smartphone.

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China: ZTE  announced  the Nubia Z5 a 5 inch, quad-core, Jelly Bean, 13 Mpxls camera with Dolby, smartphone.

ZTE  announced  the Nubia Z5 which packs a 5-inch display with full-HD 1,920 x 1,080 resolution, an aluminum case, a 1.5GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro quad-core processor, 2GB of RAM, 32GB of internal storage, a 13-megapixel rear, a 2-megapixel front camera, Dolby sound and Android 4.1 Jelly Bean and a 2,300mAh battery

The display itself is manufactured by Sharp.

Its aluminum uni-body design measures 5.43-inches tall, 2.71-inches wide, and has a thin, 0.3-inch profile. And at 4.44 ounces, it's more lightweight than most standard 5-inch smartphones.

The device costs about $554.26 (3,456 yuan).

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CES2013: NQ Mobile Security and Family Guardian Selected as Top 25 Apps in the 2013 Mobile Apps Showdown.

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NQ Mobile Security(TM) and Family Guardian(TM) Selected as Top 25 Apps in the 2013 Mobile Apps Showdown at CES.

Innovative apps selected as two of the few privacy and security apps in the Mobile Apps Showdown semifinals

NQ Mobile™ , the leading global provider of mobile Internet services, today announced that NQ Mobile Security and NQ Family Guardian have both been selected as top 25 apps at the Mobile Apps Showdown for CES 2013. The winners were selected by a panel of expert judges who have multiple years of expertise in reviewing products. Each product submitted gets a description on the website and the judges will also write reviews of the 25 semifinalists.

"We are honored that the Mobile Apps Showdown has chosen both NQ Mobile Security and NQ Family Guardian as top 25 apps for CES 2013," said Gavin Kim, Chief Product Officer, NQ Mobile. "Both NQ Mobile Security and NQ Family Guardian are truly innovative mobile apps that deliver cutting edge security solutions andprotection for families."

NQ Mobile's flagship application, Mobile Security, detects and deletes viruses, malicious URLs, and other threats. NQ Mobile Security has been proven by independent security lab tests, like West Coast Labs Comparative Test, to outperform all competitive mobile security platforms. NQ Mobile Security was also a top performer in effectiveness, with a 99 percent malware detection rate, in research conducted by AV-TEST Institute, a leading international and independent service provider in the fields of IT security and anti-virus research.

NQ Family Guardian's unique suite of services for safety and monitoring comprises a mobile app that is downloaded and installed on the child's smartphone along with a web-based control center that is accessible from any desktop or mobile browser. The app is currently available for Android devices, while the control-center is compatible with any web browser.

Key features for mobile management and protection include:

• Browser Blocker: Safeguard children by blocking inappropriate websites
• App Filter: Make smart choices about which apps children can access
• Contact Filter: Help children fight spam text and harassing calls by adding numbers to their block lists
• Schedules: Control children's mobile phone use by setting up times when they can unlock their phones to make calls, browse the Internet, text, and more
• Monitors: Keep track of children's locations, messages, calls, browsing histories, app downloads, and photos
• Geo-Fences: Set up a safe zone to for children and receive a notification when they're outside of this safe zone
• Check-in: Get check-in messages when children arrive safely at their destinations. Also track their location if they forget to check in
• Panic Alarm: If kids are in trouble, they can send an alert message to their parent's phone with their exact location

"As the world's largest provider of mobile security solutions, we are pleased to be recognized at the Mobile Apps Showdown for CES 2013," said Omar Khan, Co-CEO, NQ Mobile. "We will continue to create award-winning products, expand into new markets and celebrate victories like this in 2013, which demonstrate why we are a global leader in mobile security, privacy and productivity."

The NQ Mobile Security and NQ Family Guardian apps are available on the Google Play store along with NQ Mobile Vault™ for Android.

About NQ Mobile

NQ Mobile Inc. (NYSE: NQ) is a leading global provider of trusted mobile Internet services built on its world-class acquisition, engagement and monetization platform. The company was one of the first to recognize the growing security threats targeting smartphone users and now has about 242 million registered and 85 million active user accounts globally. NQ Mobile's cloud-based trust platform has been recognized by third-party testing facilities around the world as the most effective solution for detecting and combating mobile threats. NQ Mobile is recognized as a global pioneer in mobile innovation and technology leadership. NQ Mobile maintains dual headquarters in Dallas, TX, USA and Beijing, China. For more information on NQ Mobile, please visit http://www.nq.com.

About the Mobile Apps Showdown at CES

The Mobile Apps Showdown is a fast-paced contest where voters weigh in on the apps they think have what it takes to make it in the months leading up to CES. Voters can try the apps, watch demos, express opinions and ultimately vote on a winner. Mobile Apps Showdown is platform agnostic, so if it's mobile, it's in the competition. For more information, visit http://mobileappsshowdown.com/.

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CES2103: LG Announces Cinematic 100-inch Class Laser TV.

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CES 2103: LG Announces Cinematic 100-inch Class Laser TV.

'HECTO' Laser-based Illumination System Delivers Full HD Picture, Creates Brilliant, Space-Saving Home Theater Experience.

LG Electronics (LG) announced the launch of its 100-Inch class (100 inch diagonal) Laser TV featuring both Smart TV and Digital TV capabilities.

An impressive home cinema system, the 100-inch class LG "HECTO" Laser TV comprises a special screen and an external Ultra Short Throw (UST) projection unit. The unique system, which will be demonstrated for the first time next month at the 2013 International CES®, offers Full HD 1080p resolution and incredible contrast as a result of LG's advanced laser-based illumination system.

"LG's 100-inch class Laser TV takes projection technology and makes it perfectly suitable for both the boardroom and the living room," said Havis Kwon, President and CEO of the LG Electronics Home Entertainment Company. "In the coming year, LG will continue to introduce innovative TV products to provide an outstanding productivity and entertainment experience for our customers."

Brilliant Home Theater Experience

Between its picture quality and large screen, LG's 100-inch class Laser TV offers an uncanny theater-like experience at home, but without the difficult installation required by previous projector-based systems. A standard projector system requires a considerable distance from the screen to create a large image and typically needs to be installed on the ceiling. However, LG's Laser TV makes installation and viewing easier by allowing users to place the lens a mere 22 inches (approximately 56 centimeters) from the screen, while having the flexibility to position it near the floor or fasten it to the ceiling. LG's Laser TV offers 1080p Full HD resolution and 1,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, rendering vivid and crisp images that pop out in dark as well as lighter environments.

LG's Laser TV has a digital tuner and two 10W built-in speakers embedded in the projection unit to support virtual surround sound for a more authentic cinema experience at home. A complete complement of inputs, including 3 HDMIs, allow for connection of other source devices. An optical audio output, as well as RS-232 interface, will allow for integration into virtually any home theater environment. The device itself features LG's understated yet stylish Dynamic Arc Design, creating subtly curved surfaces that reach a mere 5.7 inches in height. The 100-inch class screen adopts LG's CINEMA SCREEN Design aesthetic which limits the bezel and makes it suitable for any interior decor.

Smart TV Capabilities

The Laser TV supports LG's Smart TV platform, which includes a host of impressive features, from built-in Wi-Fi, premium content providers, like Netflix or YouTube, Smart World app store, to the easy-to-use Magic Remote*. The system also allows consumers to manage personal content, such as pictures, home videos and music libraries via USB or LG Cloud.

LG's Smart TV platform provides a customizable dashboard and smart connectivity features that streamline access to content from compatible smartphones, laptops, storage devices and the Internet. With built-in WiDi and Wi-Fi direct (Miracast), content from any compatible external device can be wirelessly shared with the TV. Navigation of services and external devices via the dashboard is made easy with the Magic Remote which utilizes four modes of control – voice, gesture, point and wheel.

Better Reliability

The laser-based illumination system uses specialized lamps embedded in the projection unit, delivering superior picture quality. This system can run for up to 25,000 hours without replacement, roughly five times longer than mercury-based lamps.

*Smart TV devices include HDTVs, Blu-ray Disc Players and Network Home Theater Systems. Internet connection and certain subscriptions required and sold separately. Content and services vary by product and are subject to change without notice.

*Designs, features and specification subject to change without notice

About LG Electronics USA

LG Electronics USA, Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics, Inc., a $49 billion global force and technology leader in consumer electronics, home appliances and mobile communications. In the United States, LG Electronics sells a range of stylish and innovative home entertainment products, mobile phones, home appliances, commercial displays, air conditioning systems and solar energy solutions, all under LG's "Life's Good" marketing theme. For more information, please visit www.lg.com.

About LG Electronics, Inc.

LG Electronics, Inc. (KSE: 066570.KS) is a global leader and technology innovator in consumer electronics, mobile communications and home appliances. With 117 operations around the world, LG achieved global sales of USD 49 billion (KRW 54.26 trillion) in 2011. LG comprises four business units – Home Entertainment, Mobile Communications, Home Appliance, and Air Conditioning & Energy Solutions – and is one of the world's leading producers of flat panel TVs, mobile devices, air conditioners, washing machines and refrigerators. LG Electronics is a 2012 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year.

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