Matt Sharp asked:


Smartphones are becoming more and more prevalent in 2008. After the success of the next-generation iPhone 3G, other mobile phones are starting wake up and realise that the user experience is the key to winning over mobile phone users. And so, we get mobile phones like the Sony Ericsson X1 and the HTC Touch Pro, both high-end superphones, and both based on the same floor plan. But… which one is better?

HTC Touch Pro – Windows Mobile goes all sexy

HTC have a long history of making Windows Mobile phones, super-powered devices running on Microsoft’s mobile operating system. Over the years, they’ve come in many form factors, with or without touchscreens, and all of these top-end mobile phones were incredibly powerful, thanks to the inclusion of Windows. However… you couldn’t really say Windows Mobile was the nicest-looking, or the most intuitive operating system in the world.

That’s all changed, now, thanks to the HTC Touch Pro, which is perhaps best describe as the Windows Mobile phone, where you don’t even know you’re using Windows Mobile. That’s all thanks to HTC’s TouchFLO 3D interface, that sits on top of the Windows software, and gives you a whizzy, spinny, and dare I say it, iPhone-esque user experience. It really is a joy to use, and like an increasing number of modern touchscreen mobile phones, it’s optimised for touch controls. Or, in other words, you press the screen on the HTC Touch Pro with a finger, not a dibber (well, ok, a stylus, but dibber sounds better, to me). Specs-wise, it’s no slouch, either, with 3 megapixel camera, HSDPA, WiFi, built-in GPS and a frankly brilliant slide-out QWERTY keyboard. It truly is a gorgeous mobile phone, and I’ll be frank, it’s hard to think of any other Windows Mobile phone coming close to it.

Until, that is, you look at the Sony Ericsson X1…

Sony Ericsson X1 – premium looks, premium power

Based on the same hardware setup as the HTC Touch Pro, the Sony Ericsson X1 is their first EVER Windows Mobile phone. That’s a heck of a thing to live up to, and it’d be even worse if it was just a carbon copy of the HTC Touch Pro.

It isn’t though…

Put the two together, and you’d be hard pressed to tell they’re even related at all.

You see, where the HTC Touch Pro goes for a glossy finish and sleek, shiny faces, the Sony Ericsson X1 goes for brushed metal, and premium materials. And boy does it make the two mobile phones look different. The Sony Ericsson is easily the more classy-looking device, and, thanks to the metal finish, less of a fingerprint magnet, too. There’s a couple more noticeable differences, too, starting with the screen, as the Sony Ericsson has a 3-inch widescreen, trumping the HTC Touch Pro. If you look at the QWERTY keyboard, you’ll see a big difference in the design of these two mobile phones, as well, since the Sony Ericsson is built using a unique ‘arc slider’ design. In other words, when you slide it open, the screen tilts, as well, making it easier to type and see the screen simultaneously. That’s not been seen on any other mobile phones before, and it really does set the Sony Ericsson apart from the HTC Touch Pro. Hardware-wise, they share the same features, the camera, the HSDPA, the GPS, and of course, they both run on Windows Mobile, but again, the Sony Ericsson X1 has its own interface glued on top (the panels interface), and once again, it’s a stunner. That’s why, in the battle between the Sony Ericsson X1 and the HTC Touch Pro, the Sony Ericsson takes the crown.

Matt Sharp asked:


Smartphones are cropping up more and more in 2008. Since the launch of the next-gen iPhone 3G, more mobile phones are waking up and smelling the coffee: the user experience is the key to winning over mobile phone users. Which means we get mobile phones such as the Sony Ericsson X1 and the HTC Touch Pro, both top-end smartphones, and both built around the same floor plan. But… which one is the superior?

HTC Touch Pro – Steamy Windows

HTC have long made Windows Mobile phones, super-powered devices running on Microsoft’s mobile software. Over time, we’ve seen many form factors, some with, some without touchscreens, and each of those high-end mobile phones was super powered, due to the inclusion of Windows. There was one thing though… you couldn’t argue that Windows Mobile was the sexiest, or the easiest operating system ever seen.

Well things are different now, thanks to the HTC Touch Pro, that should really be called the Windows Mobile phone, where you can’t tell it’s running Windows Mobile. That’s down to HTC’s TouchFLO 3D interface, that sits on the Windows software, and gives you a jazzy, funky, and let’s be totally honest, iPhone-esque experience. It is a proper joy to use, and as with most touchscreen phones nowadays, it’s designed primarily for touch controls. So, you prod the screen on the HTC Touch Pro using a finger, not a stylus. In terms of features, it’s good, too, with 3 megapixel camera, HSDPA, WiFi, integrated GPS and a completely awesome slide-out QWERTY keyboard. It really is a stunning mobile phone, and I’ll be honest, it’s difficult to imagine another Windows Mobile phone even coming close.

Well, until you see the Sony Ericsson X1…

Sony Ericsson X1 – premium looks, premium power

Based on the same hardware setup as the HTC Touch Pro, the Sony Ericsson X1 is their first EVER Windows Mobile phone. That’s a heck of a thing to live up to, and it’d be even worse if it was just a carbon copy of the HTC Touch Pro.

It isn’t though…

Put the two together, and you’d be hard pressed to tell they’re even related at all.

You see, where the HTC Touch Pro goes for a glossy finish and slick, shiny faces, the Sony Ericsson X1 goes for brushed metal, and premium materials. And boy does it make the two mobile phones look different. The Sony Ericsson is easily the more classy-looking device, and, thanks to the metal finish, less of a fingerprint magnet, too. There’s a couple more noticeable differences, too, starting with the screen, as the Sony Ericsson X1 has a 3-inch widescreen, trumping the HTC Touch Pro. If you look at the QWERTY keyboard, you’ll see a big difference in the design of these two mobile phones, as well, since the Sony Ericsson is built using a unique ‘arc slider’ design. In other words, when you slide it open, the screen tilts, as well, making it easier to type and see the screen simultaneously. That’s not been seen on any other mobile phones before, and it really does set the Sony Ericsson apart from the HTC Touch Pro. Hardware-wise, they share the same features, the camera, the HSDPA, the GPS, and of course, they both run on Windows Mobile, but again, the Sony Ericsson X1 has its own interface glued on top (the panels interface), and once again, it’s a stunner. That’s why, in the battle between the Sony Ericsson X1 and the HTC Touch Pro, the Sony Ericsson takes the crown.

Samuel Herrick asked:


The Sony PSP is a three-dimensional gaming system that is launched with the vision of playing games anytime and anywhere. The 16:9 widescreen is large enough to enjoy some fascinating games just at the press of a few buttons. This handheld PSP is black in colour and has a high quality finishing that allows it to fit comfortably in one’s hand. The gaming console weighs 260 gms and has dimensions of 170mm x 74mm x 23mm. This gadget is equipped with input and output connectors in the form of USB 2.0, and Wi-Fi wireless LAN that provide easy connectivity with other devices as well as compatible networks.

The Sony PSP can be used to play games while one is at home or traveling outside. The gaming experience can also become more thrilling by wirelessly connecting the gadget to other such devices. Downloading is simplified as software and data can be easily transferred from the Internet to the console and then stored in its Memory Stick PRO Duo. The memory is excellent for storing of video as well as audio files that are opened while playing a game.

The PSP is good for storing content meant for digital entertainment; the gadget comes with installed software that are required for a full motion video. The PSP has the capability to store 1.8 GB of digital data. A whole range of entertainment content that include music, video clips, sport programs and movies can be stored in this very versatile console.

The 32 MB memory of the device is excellent for storing files. The battery of the gaming console is also good for providing excellent support as it gives long hours of run time that enables people to carry the set anywhere with ease. The kit of this Sony device comes with accessories such as headphone, microphone and external battery pack. The device may also have a USB camera, USB GPS and USB keyboard. The Sony PSP looks great and is available in both retail stores as well as online shops.

To conclude, it can be said that the Sony PSP is a gaming console that keeps people entertained with its feature-rich capabilities.

Jack Daniel asked:


In the high-end world of modernization, laptops have become a part of daily need. They have gained a crucial importance in the present busy world. Their usage is no more restricted to professional or experts anymore, as they are variedly used by businessmen, students, and housewives. As a matter of fact, their significance may tend to differ from person to person.

From a wide range of laptops and manufacturers, the Sony VAIO boasts of a definite position of excellence in terms of computing power. The high-end VGN-BX51XP laptop promises to deliver multimedia capabilities that allow users to remain functional at work even on a move. The Sony VAIO brings functionality with performance as it is backed with innovation and blends with a good selection of bundled software.

The high quality VGN-BX51XP is a notebook PC that comes with a very advanced configuration. The laptop is easy to carry as it is small and compact in size that measures 36.3 x 26.6 x 4.1 cm and weighs 3kg. To give an essence of security to users over this electronic gadget, the VGN-BX51XP comes with a 1 year warranty. The impressive 15.4 inch monitor displays gives an excellent viewing experience on the WXGA widescreen as it comes with a high-resolution of 1280×1280 pixels. The laptop is enhanced with an Intel Core 2 Duo T7250 processor that allows the users to switch easily from one task to another.

The VGN-BX51XP laptop comes with a massive memory that allows users to store high capacities of official data, pictures, videos and many more. As a matter of fact, the notebook supports an internal memory of 2GB DDR2 RAM and a 120GB SATA hard drive which is power packed at 5400 rpm. The Sony VAIO VGN -BX51 is also enriched with a swappable multi-function bay with DVD/RW drive bay unit, touchpad and trackPointer. Moreover, the Sony laptop comes with a Gigabit Wireless adapter and 3 USB 2.0 slot. To conclude, the Sony VAIO VGN -BX51 is a good choice for people who like to stay connected to work even while on the move.