Apple sues Samsung for 'copying' iPhones and iPad

Apple is suing its rival Samsung Electronics for allegedly copying the design of its iPad and iPhone.

It claims Samsung's Galaxy range of mobile phones and tablet "slavishly" copy the iPhone and iPad, according to court papers.
Apple's claims focus on Galaxy's design features, such as the look of its screen icons.
Galaxy products use Google's Android operating system, which directly competes with Apple's mobile software.
As well as being a competitor, Samsung supplies Apple with microchips that are used in some Apple products, such as the A4 and A5 processors, as well as memory chips used in MacBook Pro computers.
The lawsuit was filed on Friday and alleges Samsung violated Apple's patents and trademarks.
Apple spokeswoman Kristin Huguet said in a statement: "This kind of blatant copying is wrong."
Samsung was not immediately available for comment.


Patent battles
John Jackson, an analyst with CCS Insight, said Samsung is essentially Apple's only real tablet competitor at this stage.
Apple is one participant in a web of litigation among phone makers and software firms over who owns the patents used in smartphones.
Nokia has sued Apple, which in turn has sued handset maker HTC Corp.
Apple is bringing 16 claims against Samsung, including unjust enrichment, trademark infringement and 10 patent claims.
In March Apple sued HTC alleging patent infringement over the iPhone.
In October 2010, Apple sued Motorola, saying its smartphones use Apple's intellectual property.

Sources :
http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/18/apple-sues-samsung-over-for-copying-the-iphone-and-ipad/ 
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-13124753
http://mobilized.allthingsd.com/20110418/apple-files-patent-suit-against-samsung-over-galaxy-line-of-phones-and-tablets/

Samsung rolls out Android 2.3.3 over KIES

Samsung I9000 Firmware: I9000XWJVB (Android 2.3.3) released officially Online!
Those who are running on CSC vesion NEE could update over KIES!

Too bad, for us here in Malaysia or Singapore, this is not available yet. However, there are 2 ways to get around it.


1) Use KIES registry patcher to fool the server that you are running on NEE
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=835628 
or
2) ODIN! (I recommend this)...


Thanks to Justin Tan for sharing, More info : 
http://www.samfirmware.com/apps/blog/show/6733836-samsung-rolls-out-android-2-3-3-over-kies

Review: Acer Iconia Windows 7 tablet (W500)

I envy Engadget for being able to hands on all the new gadgets in town. However, this time I wasn't too far behind trying out the new Acer Iconia tablet W500 which runs on Win7 and comes with an optional keyboard dock! 


Last month, I reviewed the Acer A500, http://jllovegadgets.blogspot.com/2011/03/review-honeycomb-android-30-on-acer.html. Now it made sense.. A500 = Android, W500 = Windows. Oh? you knew it all along? Okie... I must have missed the memo.


My summary of the unit and the complete specs + pictures after the jump.

DIY : Cheap iPad accessories

I was walking around KLCC today looking for some accessories for my iPad2. I was kinda surprised that there were 3 choices of iPad2 case already available in Machines KLCC. However it was at a whooping RM 3xx price tag and it did not interest me at all as it was kinda thick. The other sleeves available there for the iPad which fits the iPad2 perfectly was also kinda plain and pricey. RM 1xx for neoprene case... that is insane!!

However, I figured out that I can find a temporary case before the iPad2 is launched here for more options, so I walked into Kinokuniya Bookstore in KLCC.  

The answer....

Apple iPad2 unbox and quick setup

iPad2 was made available in US a month ago  and since then, a few reviews have been made online. So, I will not touch much about the specs, battery life or iOS4.3. I will do an Un-boxing experience and my first impression of touching this device for the first time. Since it is not available in Malaysia yet and it never made any presence in the Apple Stores here or in Asia.

Why I was interested to get the iPad2? I posted this last month : http://jllovegadgets.blogspot.com/2011/03/new-ipad2.html

How was my first impression? Well, read on…  

DIY : local adapter plugs for Apple products (At almost no cost)

This is a simple DIY that can be used for all Apple Adapters.

I had a few Apple products along the way and it's adapter were mostly not 3-pin standard plugs. Obviously because I got them from China and US which comes with a 2-pin flat tongs. 

Previously for my iPod adapter (Bought it separately for my iPod Video 30G in China) I got the 3 pin convertor included along with 2 pin round tong and the China standard flat tongs. 

3 Pin convertor for Apple adapters

Since I just got my new Apple Toy last night and I wanted to quickly charge it... As it came from US, the plug will not fit in the wall. So, I borrowed a cable from my Sony PSP adapter, plug it in and it was DONE!

These are standard 2 pin cables for low voltage devices you can find around the house. Travel Iron, Water heater, Radio, Speakers... Or, if you buy it off shelf, it cost only < RM 5.00.

AND wait, that't more.

It also extends the cables, so you can plug it to the wall to charge your device while you play with it on the BED!!

Simple, Cheap, Fast DIY to safe you a trip to the store!! 

How To : Advance Galaxy S firmware tweaks

In the previous posting, I shared about basic firmware update via Odin. This post is for more advanced users who want to apply lag-fix and root.

This is my Quadrant score after these tweaks. 1519 comparing to the original of around 800. Read on after the jump.