Videos/Unboxings

Nokia X7 unboxing video

The Nokia X7 is the first handset that we’ve reviewed with the new Symbian Anna operating system. Anna comes with a new, faster web browser, new icons, refreshed Ovi maps and updated UI.

In terms of hardware the X7 looks quite radical for Nokia, the back is extremely curvy while the clipped corners with little grilles make it look quite industrial. It could easily be a prop from the Alien films. It’s a good look though!

On the front is a generous 4″ AMOLED screen which looks fantastic if a little on the low-res side at just 360×480 pixels, other smartphones would be at least 480×800 with this physical screen size. That said the user interface makes good use of the screen it’s only in the web browser that you really notice the res.

Over the next few weeks we’ll be looking at the Nokia X7 and see how it stacks up against other smartphones on the market. Until then you can check out the unbox and demo video below.

HTC Gratia unboxing video

The HTC Gratia isn’t a new phone, it has actually been on sale for months. Hands up if you’ve seen one? I think this could be one of the most unnoticed phones out there at the moment. Announced fairly quietly back in November of last year the Gratia went on sale equally quietly, no big press events or even any announcements or press releases that I recall.

I have to say right now that I think it’s a real shame that the HTC Gratia hasn’t had more exposure. I actually think it’s a good little phone. You can think of it as being an Android version of the HTC HD mini that we reviewed back in April of last year. In fact one of the comments we made in the review is that the mini would have been better if it had Android rather than Windows Mobile 6.5.3. So some months later we got our wish!

The HTC Gratia is a premium, compact, entry-level Android smartphone. The CPU and RAM may now be less than we’ve come to expect from this end of the market but you cant fault the build quality of the HTC.

Full review coming up soon but for now I leave you with the unbox and demo below.

BlackBerry Bold 9900 hands on video

Not many people have their hands on a BlackBerry Bold 9900 yet but we are lucky enough to now have one, we may in fact be the firs in the UK to have one in out possession. RIM’s new flagship device is due to launch worldwide in the very near future although the date is not certain as yet.

The 9900 is Research in Monitions first ‘Bold’ device to sport a capacitive touch screen and with it also being powered by a 1.2GHz processor (not the 1GHz I stupidly say in the video) this thing is a real beast. Running BlackBerry 7, the 9900 is the first of 7 BlackBerry smartphones to launch this year running this version of the OS.

With the 9900 being bigger than the last two Bolds it makes typing on its glorious keyboard even better.

We will have a full review coming soon but in the meantime you can check out our hands on video below:

BlackBerry PlayBook Convertible Case from mobilefun.co.uk

If you have recently taken the plunge and got yourself a BlackBerry PlayBook then chances are you will need a case for it to avoid those accidental scrapes and scratches. The folks over at mobilefun.co.uk kindly sent through the PlayBook convertible case for me to use and to be honest I am rather impressed.

Why Buy?

• Made from eco-friendly faux leather
• Doubles up as a stand for the PlayBook
• Designed for the BlackBerry PlayBook
• Official BlackBerry Product
• Only £21.95

You can see a short video below of me unboxing and giving a quick tour around this premium product.

LG Optimus 3D unboxing video

Last week I managed to get my hands on a pre-release version of the Optimus 3D but this week, thanks to Clove Technology, we’ve got the final retail version to unbox and review.

Having used the LG Optimus 3D for a few days last week I have been quite impressed with it not only the 3D features but also it’s ‘regular’ smartphone/Android features. It’s dual-core CPU runs at 1GHz and keeps everything running pretty smoothly.

Currently this is the first 3D phone on the market with the HTC EVO 3D just around the corner. With this being the first I suspect HTC are going to find it somewhat difficult to catch up.

Below you’ll find a simple unboxing video of the Optimus 3D. If you want to see it and some of the features in more detail then have a look at my Optimus 3D hands-on video from last week too.

Neato XV-11 robotic vacuum unboxing video

Ok, I know what many of you are thinking having looked at the title of the post but no I haven’t gone mad. As you know I love all things gadget but even I have to admit that when I got the email asking if I’d like to review a new vacuum cleaner I was a little hesitant but figured what the hell lets give it a whirl.

Now these robotic autonomous aren’t a new idea, they have been around for a while but this Neato XV-11 is one of the latest to appear. The XV-11 was previously only available in the USA but is about to go on sale here in the UK. I believe that it’s going to be the XV-15 in the UK though.

So what’s special about the XV-11 then? Well first of all it’s a very cool gadget. It has its own power dock that it returns to after cleaning your room/house and puts itself back in charge. Unlike other robotic cleaners the Neato has an array of laser sensors that it uses to create a map of walls, furniture and other obstacles once it knows the layout of the room it works out the most effective way to vac the whole of that area before moving on to another room.

I’ve tried the Neato XV-11 out a few times already and have to say I am impressed. I honestly thought it would get stuck in places or need help but it’s very effective in methodically cleaning the whole of the downstairs of our house, a process that takes it around an hour. As cleaning can be scheduled we’ve got it set up to make one pass every day. As a cleaner it’s very effective and does a great job and while it isn’t a complete replacement for a human driven vacuum cleaner it does help to keep human vac-ing to a minimum. However, if you want to hire a traditional cleaner in Blackpool, contact Diamond Home Support to assist you.

Samsung Galaxy Mini unboxing video

Samsung are really milking that Galaxy name and now we’re looking at another, the Samsung Galaxy Mini.

The Galaxy Mini is very much an entry level Android powered handset very much on par with the Vodafone 858 Smart or the Huawei IDEOS. The Mini is a decent looking little phone though and that’s one thing that helps to set it apart from the strong competition.

Spec-wise the Galaxy Mini is ‘ok’ with 3.1″ QVGA screen, 600MHz CPU and limited RAM it still does a decent enough job and seems to run quite smoothly considering.

The one we have was provided by 3 and will set you back just under £100 on PAYG, a good price but still a little more than the other handsets mentioned above but then you are getting Samsung build-quality. To see if it’s worth the extra few pounds you’ll have to sit tight for the review in a week or so. For now I’ve got a little unboxing video for you to get a taster of the Samsung Galaxy Mini in action.

LG Optimus 3D hands-on video

Earlier this week HTC announced their new 3D super phone, the EVO 3D. However, LG are somewhat ahead of HTC on this occasion as their LG Optimus 3D is just about to go on sale already.

Our friends over at Clove Technology have provided us with a pre-retail Optimus 3D to use for a few days so I thought I’d record something of a hands-on video for you to have a look at. I didn’t think it was right to call it an unboxing video this time as we’ve only got the handset!

The Optimus 3D is impressive with a dominant 4.3" 480×800 pixel display complete with 3D technology. The 1GHz dual-core CPU seems to be doing a great job if the benchmark score is anything to go by and this in spite of only 512MB of RAM.

As with other 3D devices the nature of the 3D technology means that the 3D effect only works with the screen in the landscape orientation so, although there is a 3D user interface, the use of 3D is limited more to media and games but the dual 5 mega-pixel cameras allow you to capture video in 3D at 720p or stereoscopic stills too.

Check out the video below to see a bit more of the LG Optimus 3D in action. Sadly we cant really show you the 3D elements too well but there’s plenty of other things to look at!

Sony Ericsson XPERIA Neo unboxing video

We actually saw the XPERIA Neo for the first time a few months ago, it was announced alongside the XPERIA Arc and Play at MWC in February so we’d rather thought that the Neo would go on sale at roughly the same time.

However the Sony Ericsson XPERIA Neo has only just been released so this week a we are going to start our review. First impression is that it’s a really pretty looking handset and has curves that any supermodel would be proud of. The user interface is much the same as the Arc and has the same style overlay to Android including the love-it or hate-it Timescape feature.

The XPERIA Neo is a bit like an XPERIA Play without the game pad, the look similar and are of a similar size. As with the other recent XEPRIA handset the Neo’s camera features Exmor technology from Sony’s Cybershot cameras and Bravia Engine display technology borrowed from Sony’s TV’s. We’ll talk more about all that when we get to the full review. For now you can check out the unboxing video below and see a little of the device in action.

Eye Scope for iPhone 4 – Unboxing Video

If you are looking for some cool iPhone 4 accessories then Find Me a Gift has the answer! Eye Scope includes an 8x zoom lens and iPhone tripod, carry pouch, a special iPhone cover for the back, lens cap, lens cloth and a tripod adapter. This set makes a fantastic Birthday gifts for teenagers or those who love taking pictures with their iPhone!

Most people rely on their phones as compact cameras when an impromptu photo opportunity arises, but they can be limiting! This iPhone 4 Stand and Zoom Lens gives you more possibilities and will fit into your handbag, rucksack or suitcase with ease.

About iPhone 4 Stand and Zoom Lens – Eye Scope

• Eye Scope is a set of iPhone accessories including a zoom lens, iPhone stand, back cover, lens cloth and adapter
• Will fit your iPhone 4 camera lens
• Just put on the special iPhone cover, screw on the iPhone lens and take pictures as normal
• Minimum distance 3 metres
• The lens measures approx 7 cm x 3 cm x 3 cm
• The mini tripod measures approx 6 cm x 3 cm x 3 cm when compacted
• Great iPhone 4 accessories for any photographer!

Find Me a Gift have kindly said we can give away the Eye Scope so keep your eyes peeled for a little competition in the next week or two.

You can see the unboxing video below: