LAUNCH PAD: Sony GTK-N1BT, LG G2 and Softbank Arrows A 301F

Sony GTK-N1BT: This wireless speaker from Sony has an output power of 100W RMS (60W RMS subwoofer + dual 20W front speakers) and colour changing LED lights on the front. It weighs over 8kg so it’s not a take-anywhere speaker. Devices can connect to it wirelessly using NFC and Bluetooth.

It also has a USB port for direct audio playback, built-in FM Radio and an audio input port to connect other devices. It can be placed horizontally or vertically and has a one line LCD and playback/pairing controls along the side.



LG G2: LG’s new flagship has a high-quality 5.2-inch full HD IPS display in a slim 8.9mm unibody design. Unusually, LG has placed hardware buttons for power and volume control on the back of the G2 — right where your index finger would rest.

According to LG, this helps one-handed device operation. Hardware includes Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 quad core processor, 2GB RAM and 16/32GB of storage (non expandable). The rear 13MP camera features optical image stabilisation and is capable of recording full HD video at 60fps. Weighing 143 grams, the G2 comes with a 3,000mAh battery along with accelerometer, gyro sensor, proximity sensor and compass.





Softbank Arrows A 301F: What makes this smartphone special is a fast charge feature. The manufacturer claims that the phone can offer a full day of use with just 10 minutes of charging. Its not clear if this is enabled with a specific charger or by using Qualcomm’s recently announced Quick Charge 2.0 technology.

The phone also has a built-in fingerprint reader that can be used to launch a privacy mode or lock/hide supported apps. Specs include a 5-inch full HD display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 quad core processor, 2GB RAM and 64GB storage (expandable).

It also has a 13MP camera and a 2,600mAh battery. No price has been announced, but the phone is expected to be available in international markets from December.