Review: Samsung Galaxy S3 Accessories: C-Pen Stylus, Desktop Dock, Audio Dock

When the Samsung Galaxy S3 hits shelves on May 29th, it won't want for accessories – check out the line-up here.

When the Samsung Galaxy S3 hits shelves at the end of May, it won't want for accessories. Samsung has taken the wraps off an impressive line-up of kit for its new flagship phone – read on for the details…

 

Samsung Galaxy S3 accessories – AllShare Cast Hub

The Galaxy S3's AllShare Cast feature lets you wirelessly share your phone's screen with other S3 users and DNLA-enabled devices over local Wi-Fi, AirPlay-style. If you want to go the whole hog and share your screen with an HDTV or HD projector, you'll need the AllShare Cast Hub.

 

Samsung Galaxy S3 accessories – Premium Audio Dock

With so many iPhone docks flooding the market, Samsung's aiming to compete on quality with its own-brand dock – a 100W tube amp that can connect using Bluetooth or a physical dock connector for charging.

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Comparison: Samsung Galaxy SIII for Maxis, Digi and Celcom

Now that Maxis has finally revealed its Samsung Galaxy SIII pricing going off from RM999, have you decided which telco will you be buying the Galaxy SIII from? In case you’re still calculating to see which is the most worthy based on your area and usage, let us help you out a little with the price comparison. Both Maxis and DiGi are offering the phone from RM999 for a limited time period while Celcom is offering it from as low as RM1,398. Here’s a comparison for the cheapest phone price from all three telcos.

 

Although Celcom may have the most expensive total cost of ownership at the end of contract duration, it comes with 2000 pool credits to be shared over voice calls, SMS and MMS – worth RM200, so if you actually use up the entire 2,000 credit, it’s actually pretty cheap. Maxis and DiGi’s plans calculated here are based on their promotion price.

Hit the break for a more comprehensive comparison with all the plans available from all three telcos and let us know which one’s your pick.

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Review: Sony Xperia go and Xperia acro S

The Xperia Active was Sony (Ericsson)'s last tough phone with a diminutive waterproof and dustproof body, the only downside was it's relatively weasksauce specs that powered it. Despite that, it was still a favourite with many as a phone to use for running. Sony have upped the toughphone game with the release of the new Xperia go and the Xperia acro S (not to be confused with the Japanese Acro).

First up the go is a 3.5inch 480 x 320 phone that has a dual-core 1GHz processor, 5MP camera and the same wet finger tracking that the Xperia active has. Unfortunately the go is still powered by Gingerbread but Sony says that will change in the future. Even higher up the tech tree, the Xperia acro S has a sexy 4.3Inch 720p screen, 12MP camera, 1.5GHz dual-core processor and also features the wet finger tracking of the Active. The acro S is the global version of the Japan only acro HD.

Both of the phones are water and dust resistant to IP55 and IP57 and will be available in Q3 of 2012.

Hit the jump for the full press release and spec sheet.

Press Release

Introducing Xperia go and Xperia acro S – two new stylish, durable and water resistant smartphones from Sony

·      Stylish, sleek and durable smartphones made to resist life’s challenges without compromising on design or functionality

·      Easy connectivity and premium entertainment from Sony Entertainment Network anywhere, anytime

• Reality Display for razor sharp clarity and fast capture camera to go from sleep to snap in just over a second

30 May, London, United Kingdom – Sony Mobile Communications (“Sony Mobile”) today announced two new Xperia™ smartphones for consumers looking for premium specifications and beautiful design with extra durability and water resistance. Xperia go and Xperia acro S have scratch resistant mineral glass displays and meet industry standard IP ratings* (International Protection) for protection against dust and water immersion.

Xperia go

Xperia go and Xperia acro S enable easy connectivity to share and enjoy content on TV, smartphone, laptop or tablet. They also come preloaded with Music Unlimited and Video Unlimited from Sony Entertainment Network giving access to Hollywood blockbusters, TV series and millions and millions of music tracks. Xperia go and Xperia acro S will be available globally from the third quarter of 2012.

Consumer demand for durable and water resistant smartphones

Xperia acro S

Industry research demonstrates that consumers consider durability and water resistance as important features when purchasing a smartphone. For example, a study conducted in Japan by Mobile Marketing Data Labo** highlighted water resistance in the top three most important features for smartphone buyers. In a recent poll*** on Sony Mobile’s Facebook community more than a third of participants stated durability as the most important feature when choosing a smartphone. Also, Xperia acro HD, which has the same durability and water resistance features as Xperia acro S, has been the best selling smartphone in Japan since its launch in March****, further demonstrating the appeal of durability and water resistance.

Xperia go – the stylish Sony smartphone made for extra durability

With Xperia go consumers can watch the latest movies and TV shows in razor sharp quality and with super fast performance. Its sleek and stylish design means durable and water resistant smartphones no longer have to look bulky and ruggedized.

Key features for Xperia go

·       3.5” Reality Display powered by Mobile BRAVIA Engine gives razor sharp clarity

·       5MP fast capture camera goes from sleep to snap in just over a second

·       Scratch resistant mineral glass display with wet finger tracking

·       Highest level of dust and water resistance in a smartphone – IP67 Rating

·       1Ghz dual core processor gives consumers super fast performance

·       Launching on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgradeable to Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)

·       Available in black, white and yellow colours

·       Xperia go will launch in the US market under the name “Xperia advance”

Xperia acro S – The stylish water resistant HD smartphone

Xperia acro S boasts a 4.3” HD Reality Display for razor sharp clarity, full HD video recording, HD video chat, easy HDMI TV connectivity to enjoy content on the big screen. NFC enabled, Xperia acro S can easily open applications with one touch against an Xperia SmartTag.

Key features for Xperia acro S

·       4.3” 720p HD Reality Display powered by Mobile BRAVIA Engine gives razor sharp clarity           

·       12MP fast capture camera goes from sleep to snap in just over a second with a single key press

·       PlayStation™ Certified

·       Full 1080p HD video recording and 720p HD front camera

·       Scratch resistant mineral glass display with wet finger tracking

·       IP55 and IP57 Ratings for dust and water resistance

·       1.5Ghz dual core processor gives consumers super fast performance

·       Launching on Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)

·       Available in black, white and pink colours