Verizon Equipment Guide Lists December 9th As Samsung Galaxy Nexus Launch Date

this Friday, the 9th of December will be the official launch date for the Samsung Galaxy Nexus, and now more evidence has been revealed which confirms this Friday as the actual launch date of the Samsung Galaxy Nexus.
The guys from Droid Life have managed to get their hands on a Verizon Equipment guide for the Samsung Galaxy Nexus, which you can see below, and this confirms the 9th of December.


We would expect some sort of official announcement from Verizon either today or tomorrow if the Galaxy Nexus is expected to launch on Friday, as soon as we get some more information we will let you guys know.

Samsung Galaxy Note For AT&T Appears At The FCC

It looks like the Samsung Galaxy Note is headed to US mobile carrier AT&T and the device has just turned up at the FCC with the 850/1900MHz bands for AT&T, and it features a different model number than the original GSM version which launched in Europe recently.
As a  reminder, the Samsung Galaxy Note features a 5.3 inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels, and it comes with runs Android 2.3 Gingerbread.

The Galaxy Notes also comes with two cameras, up front there is an 2 megapixel camera for video chat, on the back there is an 8 megapixel camera with an LED flash, processing is provided by a 1.4GHz dual core processor and it also comes with 1GB of RAM.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 Goes Up For Pre-order

It looks like the Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 will shortly be available in the US as the device has appeared online for pre-order at a number of retailers, and the SIM free 3G version is retailing for about $670.
As a reminder, the Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 comes with with Android 3.2 Honeycomb, plus a 7.7 inch Super AMOLED Plus display with a resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels, processing is provided by a dual core 1.4GHz processor and it also come with 1GB of Ram and a choice of either 16GB, 32GB or 64GB of built in storage.

Other specifications on the Samsing Galaxy Tab 7.7 include a a microSD card slot which can take up to 32GB microSD cards, plus 802.11 a/b/g/n WiFi, Bluetooth 3.0, A-GPS and a three megapixel camera on the back with an LED flash and auto-focus, up front there is a 2 megapixel fixed focus camera for video chat.
Source Mobile Whack

Best phone of 2011

As 2011 draws to a close, it's time to look back and take stock of what has been a particularly memorable 12 months in mobile phone technology.
Over the past year we've seen a raft of dual-core phones hit the market. Many of us will have found ourselves in the unusual position of having a handset that comfortably out-paces our laptop computers in terms of raw processing power.
The year saw significant launches for Apple with the iPhone 4S and Nokia unveiling the Lumia 800. But on the whole, Google's Android platform dominated the mobile landscape. Companies such as Sony Ericsson and Samsung put their considerable weight behind the Little Green Robot, releasing a plethora of blowers at a wide range of prices.
With 2012 promising the tantalising prospect of quad-core power in your pocket, here's a run-down of the 10 handsets that tickled our fancy here at CNET UK (all prices are for SIM-free handsets).

10. HTC Titan (£440)

• Read the full review here.

The first handset of 2011 to boast the Windows Phone 7.5 operating system, the HTC Titan's massive 4.7-inch screen ensures that it more than lives up to its name. That monstrous Super LCD display makes surfing the web a seriously enjoyable pastime. The 1.5GHz single-core processor ensures nippy performance.
Windows Phone supporters will also find plenty to like about the improvements factored into the OS. HTC's typically assured build quality rounds off this super-sized super phone.

9. Nokia Lumia 800 (£400)

• Read the full review here.

Possibly the most important Windows Phone so far, the Lumia 800 marks a brave new era in the history of Nokia. True to form, the Finnish firm has spared little expense in creating one of the most stylish and capable handsets of 2011.
The Lumia's eye-catching polycarbonate casing exudes a feeling of class and sophistication, while the 3.7-inch AMOLED screen is bright and bold. Fans of pocket snappers will be pleased by the inclusion of an 8-megapixel camera, complete with Carl Zeiss optics, although it's worth noting that it's quite fussy and requires some effort to capture a perfect shot.

8. Samsung Galaxy Ace (£130)

• Read the full review here.

Samsung has covered all of the bases in 2011, with budget blowers like the Galaxy Mini and Galaxy Fit providing smart phone power to those shopping on a tight budget.
The Galaxy Ace costs slightly more than its bargain basement siblings, but the additional outlay is more than worth it. Naturally Samsung has had to cut a few corners to achieve the low price, but the Galaxy Ace boasts a classy case design, robust battery life and a crisp and clear 3.5-inch display.
If you fancy the Galaxy S2 but don't have deep enough pockets to cover the purchase, this is a reasonably-priced alternative.

7. Motorola Razr (£440)

• Read the full review here.

Motorola's iconic Razr brand is resurrected in style with this super-thin Android phone. Running Android 2.3 (but soon to be updated to 4.0, also known as Ice Cream Sandwich), the Razr packs a dual-core processor and a 4.3-inch Super AMOLED screen with dazzling brightness and colour balance -- yet the handset's only 7.1mm thick.
Astonishingly, Motorola has also been able to cram in an 8-megapixel camera, 1GB of RAM and 16GB of internal storage for your beloved photos, music and videos. If that's not enough space, you can add in more using microSD cards of up to 32GB in size.

6. Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray (£280)

• Read the full review here.

Sony Ericsson's Xperia range was ruthlessly expanded during 2011 and this mid-range effort was one of the highlights. The 3.3-inch screen is the phone's only real weakness, but it allows for a compact, lightweight frame that's ideal for those of you who don't want a gargantuan mobile taking over your pocket.
Despite the Xperia Ray's diminutive dimensions and 100g weight, it doesn't skimp on features. There's an 8-megapixel camera that captures video at 720p resolution. It also uses an Exmor R for Mobile lens, which produces superb clarity in low light. What's more, Sony Ericsson has promised that all Xperia phones launched in 2011 will get Android 4.0 in 2012.

5. Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc S (£350)

• Read the full review here.

A revised version of the Xperia Arc featuring a faster 1.4GHz processor, the Arc S is Sony Ericsson's flagship Android handset. True to its moniker, it boasts a curved design that helps it stand out from the crowd. The 4.3-inch screen is fantastic for viewing movies or browsing the web.
Like the Xperia Ray and Neo, the Arc S uses Sony Ericsson's Exmor R for Mobile technology to achieve amazing results and an 8.1-megapixel camera. It's capable of shooting HD video in 720p resolution. Furthermore, you can view your photos and videos on a TV using the phone's HDMI-out capability. Like the other 2011 Xperia phones, the Arc S will get Android 4.0 in 2012.

4. HTC Sensation XE with Beats Audio (£430)

• Read the full review here.

As is the case with the Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc S, this phone is actually an upgrade of the existing HTC Sensation, which also launched in 2011. HTC has kept the same design but added a more powerful 1.5GHz dual-core processor, not to mention a set of Dr Dre-endorsed Beats Audio earphones, which are worth £80 on their own. As a result, the HTC Sensation XE is a powerhouse when it comes to playing bass-heavy music.
Even if Dr Dre's musical output leaves you cold, the HTC Sensation XE still has plenty to like. The Sense user interface is better than ever and the solid unibody case design makes the phone look and feel appealingly robust.

3. Samsung Galaxy Nexus (£500)

• Read the full review here.

The first phone to receive Android 4.0, this Samsung-made handset is powered by a 1.2GHz dual-core processor and has a massive 4.65-inch Super AMOLED screen. Amazingly, this display has a 720p resolution, which means that HD videos and detailed images look absolutely stunning. The Galaxy Nexus is also running pure Android, so you won't find any bloatware, like unnecessary apps or intrusive manufacturer-produced skins.
The launch of the Galaxy Nexus was marred by an unfortunate bug that caused the phone's volume to drop when connected to a certain 2G frequency. Google has since released a patch that solves the issue. With this irksome issue alleviated, the Galaxy Nexus effortlessly ranks as one of the best phones of 2011.

2. Apple iPhone 4S (£500)

• Read the full review here.

While many hoped for an all-new iPhone 5 in 2011, what we got instead was a device that cosmetically appears identical to its older sibling but packs some much-needed improvements inside.
The 4S is the first iPhone to use a dual-core CPU. In many ways, it's not the tech that sells the phone but the manner in which it's used. Siri -- Apple's voice-controlled personal assistant -- is possibly the phone's most unique selling point. It allows you to send texts, arrange meetings and search the web using nothing but your voice.
The iPhone 4S is one of the most expensive phones you can buy, but if your budget will stretch and you're not convinced by the merits of Google's Android OS, it's highly recommended.

1. Samsung Galaxy S2 (£400)

• Read the full review here.

With a massive 4.3-inch Super AMOLED Plus screen, dual-core processor and an excellent camera, the Samsung Galaxy S2 was the phone to beat in 2011. Despite the best efforts of rival Android manufacturers -- and Apple, of course -- Samsung's phone remains the best blower that money can buy.
It has it all -- super-fast performance, a great screen, a wonderful camera (with 1080p resolution video recording), plenty of internal storage and an ultra-thin case design. And while the Nexus offers tasty Ice Cream Sandwich, the S2 will soon be updated. It's hard to see any phone topping this phenomenal effort until the Galaxy S3 is released in 2012.

Best TV of 2011

With the end of the year fast approaching, it's time to look back at the best tellies of the last 12 months and pick our 10 favourite sets.
To sort the wheat from the chaff, we've plumped for TVs that offer the best combination of stunning picture quality, strong features and value for money
So without further ado, in reverse order, behold the definitive list of 2011's top TVs...

10. Samsung UE32D5000 (£400)

• Read the full review here.

Samsung's UE32D5000 is a slim and stylish 32-inch TV that won't break the bank at £400. The set produces bright and punchy pictures, thanks to the LED backlighting. It does a good job of upscaling standard-definition feeds and its 100Hz processing keeps motion looking smooth and clean.
You can use it to stream DivX and MKV files across a network, or alternatively play them locally from a USB port. However, the lack of a Freeview HD tuner and the absence of Samsung's smart TV platform for connecting to the Internet hold it back from creeping further up the list.

9. LG 32LV550T (£410)

• Read the full review here. 

This 32-inch LED set has a tasteful and stylish design, thanks to its glossy black bezel that blends seamlessly with the transparent lip on the outer edge. As LG's smart TV system is built in, you can use it to access services such as the BBC's iPlayer. It'll happily play HD DivX and MKV files, either locally from a USB port or by streaming them across a network.
Add in impressive picture quality due to its deep black levels and warm colours and you've got a great choice for those with modestly-sized lounges. The price has come down from £600 since we reviewed it in April and you can now pick one up for £410.

8. Samsung UE40D5520 (£500)

• Read the full review here.

The UE40D5520 shows that features from high-end TVs are gradually making their way into much more affordable sets. Despite this 40-inch model's modest price tag, it boasts 100Hz processing, LED backlighting and Samsung's excellent smart TV Internet features. The slim design looks decidedly delicious.
For £500, its picture quality gives many pricier TVs a run for their money, with inky black levels, rich colour hues and sharp-as-a-tack HD images. Sonic performance isn't quite as good, but this is still a first-class option for those not interested in a TV with 3D support.

7. Panasonic TX-L37DT30B (£720)

• Read the full review here. 

Most of the early LCD and LED models that supported 3D suffered from cross-talk problems, where you can see a ghost image on the edges of objects in 3D movies. However, Panasonic managed to pretty much eliminate the issue on its 37-inch Panasonic TX-P42S30B by using a panel with a much faster response time. This breakthrough also helped it deliver stunning 2D picture performance.
The set boasts a range of other great features including LED dimming and a stellar line-up of Internet services. It's not the cheapest at £720, considering the smaller screen size. But if you want the best 3D picture quality from an LED display, then this is where you'll find it.

6. Panasonic TX-P42S30 (£500)

• Read the full review here. 

Panasonic put all of its promotional weight behind the 3D models in its plasma line-up this year, which is understandable as it includes some cracking TVs. However, as a result, some 2D models got overlooked, including the TX-P42S30. This is a shame, as this 42-inch set produces crisp images with lush colours and bags of contrast, yet costs less than £500.
What's more, it can play DivX and MKV files via a USB port and includes the company's Viera Connect Internet TV platform so you get support for the BBC's iPlayer, as well as video rentals from Acetrax. All in all, it represents cracking value for money.

5. LG 42LW550T (£700)

• Read the full review here. 

If you've got a larger family or just want to be able to watch the footy in 3D with a bunch of mates, then the 42LW550T is a top-notch option. It uses passive 3D technology and it comes with seven pairs of glasses; extra ones will only cost you a couple of quid each.
The 42-inch set's 3D pictures are very impressive too. They're bright and punchy and pretty much completely free of cross-talk, where the left and right channels aren't complely isolated, resulting in ghosting. Standard 2D pictures look stunning, with rich levels of contrast, deep blacks and bright and vivid colours. Its Internet features can't be faulted either, making it a great family TV that could be yours for £700.

4. Sony Bravia KDL-32CX523 (£350)

• Read the full review here. 

You wouldn't necessarily associate Sony with budget TVs, but the 32-inch Bravia KDL-32CX523 certainly proves that the Japanese giant can create great quality tellies for a modest price. This one keeps a lid on costs by using traditional CCFL rather than LED technology for its backlighting. As a result, the chassis is quite chubby, but this TV makes up for that with wonderful picture quality for the price.
Sony's X-Reality Picture Engine deftly upscales standard-definition sources, while high-definition material is razor sharp. Great Internet features and media playback support only add to this set's budget charm.

3. Samsung PS51D8000 (£1,260)

• Read the full review here. 

Like Spinal Tap turning the volume up to 11, Samsung has gone one inch better than the competition's usual 50-inch screen size on this plasma. Thankfully there's more to this model than just an odd screen size. Its brushed aluminium finish looks the business, but picture quality is just as attractive, both in terms of 2D and 3D performance.
Motion handling is smooth, colours are warm and natural and pictures have bags of contrast. Its active 3D support is also excellent, as are the Internet and media streaming features. All in all, this is a quality TV from Samsung that will set you back £1,260.

2. LG 55LW980 (£2,800)

• Read the full review here. 

With a chassis that's just 28mm deep, the 55LW980 is supremely slim for a model that uses direct LED backlighting. Its lush metallic finish looks a million dollars, which is ironic as the set doesn't cost much less. However, it's packed to the gills with the latest technology, including local dimming backlighting, passive 3D support and class-leading Internet features.
Picture quality is first-rate across both standard and high-definition sources. The panel's brightness levels have to be seen to be believed. The £2,800 price tag will put it out of most people's reach, but this is still an impressive showcase TV for LG.

1. Panasonic TX-P55VT30B (£2,450)

• Read the full review here. 

At 55 inches, the TX-P55VT30B is the Big Daddy of Panasonic's hugely impressive plasma range and a worthy winner of our best TV award. It certainly doesn't have the prettiest design, but there's no doubting its supreme performance in the picture department.
There's just no other TV on the market at the moment that can rival its cavernously deep black levels and superb contrast performance, which help it to deliver images with a real cinematic feel. Add in excellent, cross-talk free 3D pictures, sterling sound quality and good support for Internet content and you've got a set that really stands out from the pack. It will set you back £2,450.

Samsung Wave 525 and 533 won’t be updated to bada 2.0

Bad news, Wave 525 and 533 owners. Despite previously confirming that all Wave devices will receive the juicy bada 2.0 update, current turn of events have put the Wave 525 and Wave 533 out of the game.

That's because Samsung has grouped all Wave devices with WQVGA resolution into two groups - "Wave(WQVGA)" and "Wave(WQVGA)_bada 1.1 only". Guess where the Wave 525 and 533 are in.
The first group will receive the bada 2.0 software update and will also support bada 1.1 and 2.0 API. This includes the Wave 575, 578 and 723. Unfortunately, the Wave 525 and 533 come in the second group, whcih supports only version 1.1 of the bada API.
Samsung understands that those particular Wave owners will be upset and as a result will release what they call a software "Value pack". Its purpose is to bring some of the bada 2.0 experience to the otherwise hardware limited devices.

Android Market Hits 10 Billion Downloads

Google has announced that the Android Market has hit a new milestone, there have now been over 10 billion downloads from the Android Market, and according to Google, the total downloads are growing at a rate of 1 billion downloads a month.

This would mean that in 2012, Google is on target to double its 10 billion downloads to 20 billion by October of next year, and to celebrate this new milestone Google will be offering a new set of apps each day for just 10 cents each.

One billion is a pretty big number by any measurement. However, when it’s describing the speed at which something is growing, it’s simply amazing. This past weekend, thanks to Android users around the world,Android Market exceeded 10 billion app downloads—with a growth rate of one billion app downloads per month. We can’t wait to see where this accelerating growth takes us in 2012.

The 10 cents app celebration will last for the next 10 days, and some of the apps available include Asphalt 6 HD, Minecraft, Fieldrunners HD and many more, you can find out full details over at theGoogle Mobile Blog.

Verizon Galaxy Nexus Coming Friday?

We are expecting the Verizon Samsung Galaxy Nexus to finally go on sale in the US some time this week, and now it would appear that Friday may be the possible launch date for the Galaxy Nexus.

According to an email and a PDF which has been posted on RootzWiki, Friday December the 9th will be the official launch date for the Samsung Galaxy Nexus on Verizon.

Lets hope that Friday December the 9th turns out to be the official launch date for the Samsung GalaxyNexus on Verizon, as soon as we get some sort of confirmation from Verizon we will let you guys know

Samsung Shows Off Flexible Transparent OLED Display (Video)

Samsung has shown us a few of their transparent displays before, and now we have a new video which shows hos these displays could be used in the future, which you can see below.

The transparent flexible AMOLED display certainly looks very interesting, but I suspect we are probably a few years aways from seeing smartphones and tablets that looks like the one in the video.

 It will be interesting to see how these flexible displays are developed over the next few years, we wonder how long it will take for us to see something like the display in the video hit the market.

Source GSM Arena

Google engineer tells us why iOS will remain more fluid than Android OS

We may be die-hard Android fans here at Android Community, but we’ve all at least given iOS a chance to shine its light. One of its best features is handling UI actions perfectly, thus leaving the user willing to wait for longer page loads. Over on Google+, Google engineering intern Andrew Munn explained to us precisely why Android OS will never be as fluid as iOS or Windows Phone 7 devices.


What it boils down to is that Android OS renders all graphics continuously – and on the same priority. What differs in iOS and WP7 is that graphics rendering is queued for when it’s needed. This is why when we open many applications at once within Android, we see the device start to slow down as it tries to keep up. In iOS, if an application isn’t done loading and you start touching your screen, it will only finish loading when you release your finger. This also helps keep the device from working to hard on multiple tasks – which eventually drains your battery.
Put in Munn’s words:

It’s not GC pauses. It’s not because Android runs bytecode and iOS runs native code. It’s because on iOS all UI rendering occurs in a dedicated UI thread with real-time priority. On the other hand, Android follows the traditional PC model of rendering occurring on the main thread with normal priority.

Personally, I love the way Android OS allows loading simultaneously to UI interaction. I’m pretty good at gauging the device’s capabilities to the point where I’ll know when the system may start to slow down. Also, hardware just keeps getting better and better. There will be a time when Android’s “sluggish threshold” is much harder to reach than currently.

Google releases factory ROM images for Samsung Galaxy Nexus mobile phone to download Read more: http://www.itproportal.com/2011/12/05/google-releases-factory-rom-images-samsung-galaxy-nexus-mobile-phone-download

Internet search engine giant Google has officially allowed access to the Android Ice Cream Sandwich 4.0 operating system images for the Samsung Galaxy Nexus, just in case any deployment of an unauthorised versions of the platform causes any problems on the handset.
Google has made public this news in a blog post to the http://groups.google.com/group/android-building forum section, in an item that reads: ‘We've just made the factory image for Galaxy Nexus GSM/HSPA+ available for download', whilst adding ‘This file, once unarchived, contains the bootloader, baseband, and the rest of the system.'

The piece goes on to give exact directions in using the ROM image, where the phone needs to have fastboot in the path, and to have the device in fastboot mode before the image can be used.
This can be achieved either with "adb reboot bootloader", or press-and-holding both the volume-up and volume-down then press-and-hold power.
For convenience, Google has provided a flash-all.sh script, which restores the entire phone to its factory state.
The image repository does contain a disclaimer that these files are for use only on personal Nexus devices and may not be disassembled, decompiled, reverse engineered, modified or redistributed or used in any other way.

Next Generation Mobile Communication Forum to be Held

The second Connected World: Next Generation Mobile Communication Forum, organized by Chengdu Hi-tech zone and Tianfu Software Park, will be held in Chengdu on December 8.

It aims to share mobile communication technology innovation, to build an industry information exchange platform and to explore future market opportunities of the industry.
This forum will cover 3 major topics this year: 4G/LTE Technologies, Mobile Internet, and Next Generation Handheld Devices. Senior technology and strategy executives from China Mobile, China Telecom, China Unicom, France Telecom, T-Mobile, NTT Docomo, Vodafone, Qualcomm, Ericsson, Alcatel-Lucent, HTC, Huawei, Cisco, ARM, Microsoft, Sony-Ericsson, Motorola, Broadcom and Lenovo will be presenting their thoughts and ideas at this event.
Also in attendance will be around 200 business/technical leaders and experts from leading companies in the telecom sector. We believe this event will help enterprises not only understand the industry trends better, but also effectively develop networks and business opportunities.

Day One 8th, December Thursday
08:20-09:00	Registration and VIP Mingle
09:00-09:20	High-tech Zone leaders	Chengdu Investment Environment
09:20-09:40	China Mobile	Mobile Networks Development and Evolution: LTE, HSPA+, etc.
09:40-10:00	China Mobile	TD Technology Development, Evolution and Applications
10:00-10:20	Kyllesbech Larsen, Senior VP, T-Mobile	LTE/HSPA+ Deployment and Networks Operations Management
10:20-10:40	Coffee break
10:40-11:50	Yongchun Liu, VP & Chief Architect, Alcatel Shanghai David Fittal, R&D Director, Vodafone Allen Wu, GM, ARM China	1. Networks Optimization and & Self-Organized Networks; 2. TD-LTE Technology and Networks; 3. Mobile Internet and Applications.
11:50-12:20	Panel Discussion	Connected World, Future Life 1. 4G Key Technologies; 2. Commercial Networks Deployment and Applications 3. Future Networks Characters and Trend 4. Case Studies Mobile Terminals and Life
12:20-13:20	Lunch
13:20-15:00 Track 1 Convergence	Gu Daqing, VP, R&D, France Telecom Beijing Lab Ayumu Futakata, General Manager, NTT Docomo Beijing Representative Office Joon Yong Choi, VP, KT China	1. Triple Play and Future Networks 2. Network Convergence and Key Technologies 3. Experiment Networks and Service Innovation
15:00-15:30	Coffee Break
15:30-17:20 Track 1 Convergence	Jin Pu, Head of Chengdu R&D Center, Ericsson Zhou Baoguo, Deputy GM, LTE Unit, Putian Paul Chang, General Manager, Cisco Systems (China) Research and Development Co., Ltd. Ye Shuaimin, Director, President, Lenovo Chengdu R&D Center	1. Mobile Internet 2. Broadband Wireless Networks 3. Mobile Terminals 4. Digital Trunk Communication and Radio Regulatory
13:20-15:00 Track 2 Technology	Wei-Pang Chin，R&D Managing Director，Motorola Xu Xiaoxing, Chief Engineer, MKTG, Huawei Ding Wei, GM, Strategic Cooperation, NEC China	1. Mobile Broadband Technologies Enable New Generation Networks Deployment: LTE, Wi-Fi, Femtocell, TD; 2. Mobile Internet and Mobile Technologies; 3. IPv6 Technologies and IPv6 Based Network Architect; 4. IPTV & Triple Play.
15:00-15:30	Coffee Break
15:30-17:20 Track 2 Technology	Rupert Baines, VP, Marketing, Picochip Liu Jianfeng, Director, Solutions, H3C C-Marketing Kong Yong, Chief Engineer, Carrying Network, ZTE Xu Qiqi, VP, Telecom Architect and Solutions, Cisco; Executive VP, Greater China	1. The Technologies for Internet of Things: M2M/MSN/SOC, etc 2. Cloud Computing 3. Mobile Terminals and OS Platform 4. Femtocell: Chip, System, and Solutions (TD/LTE-Femtocell)
13:20-15:00 Track 3 Terminals	Charlie Liu, Head of Research and Technology, CTO China, Sony-Ericsson	1. Mobile Computing Core Technologies a) Wi-Fi / Bluetooth / RFID / NFC b) Batteries Management c) Sensor / M2M Technology
15:00-15:30	Coffee Break
15:30-17:20 Track 3 Terminals	Zheng Xia, Head, Device Innovation & Prototyping, Nokia China Ray Yam, R&D GM, HTC	1. New Generation Devices Technologies, Software, OS & Applications.
Day one closing

Dujiangyan and post-quake reconstruction site visit Day Two 9th December Friday
08:00-12:30	Word Culture Heritage - Dujiangyan Irrigation Project Visit Dujiangyan is the world's oldest functional irrigation project. The project mainly includes fish mouth water diversion dike, Feisha weir spillway, bottled water, Baizhang dike, eliminating flood plain, making the western Sichuan plain become the land of abundance.
12:30-13:30	Lunch
13:30-15:30	Post-quake reconstruction Site Visit After the devastating earthquake in 2008, Yingxiu, the epicenter and heavily destroyed in the disaster, has been re-built and turned into a modern town accomplishing big transportation, residential and hydraulic projects.
17:00	Back to Millennium Hotel
Day two closing

As the holding place of this summit, Chengdu is the communications hub of Southwest China determined by the State Council and China's fourth largest communications technology and equipment R&D center, next only to Beijing, Shanghai and Shenzhen. Its communications industry development level and communication services capabilities rank first in Central and West China. As of October 2011, Chengdu communications industry had gathered more than 150 associated enterprises, employing more than 50,000 people.
About Chengdu Hi-tech Zone
Chengdu Hi-tech Zone is the core clustering place of Chengdu communications industry. At present, it has become a key communications technology and equipment R&D center and an important R&D and production base of optical communication products in China. The global top five communications providers, Ericsson, Huawei, Nokia Siemens, Alcatel Lucent and ZTE, have all set up R & D centers in the Chengdu Hi-tech Zone, which is one of China's leading R&D bases of 3G\4G, NGN, optical communications technology, unified communications software, software for switches and routers, intelligent packet switch core network subsystems, systems and platform software, terminal software, IMS platforms, GSM and 3G base stations, mobile integration and mobile browsing WAP Gateway and other products.
About Tianfu Software Park
Since Tianfu Software Park was launched in 2005, it has successfully attracted a large number of world-class enterprises segmented in six sectors – ITO/software development, digital entertainment, information security, telecom, R&D, IC design and BPO/shared service centres. As per November 2011,over 300 companies, including IBM, Accenture, SAP, EMC, Maersk, DHL, Manulife Financial, Huawei, Ericsson, Nokia-Siemens, Tencent, operate in the park, employing over 30,000 people. Tianfu Software Park has become the fastest development software park in China.
For details about the agenda of the summit, please visit: http://www.tianfusoftwarepark.com/