Thursday, May 26, 2011

Android Icon Packs


Android phones have already changed the look of smart-phones and enhanced its functionality and efficiency drastically. The phones inbuilt with Android are pre-packaged with different default Icons,but these default Icons can be changed into any other icons which fulfill your personal preferences. These increase the aesthetic appeal of your smart-phones look more attraactive and make [...]

Android phones have already changed the look of smart-phones and enhanced its functionality and efficiency drastically. The phones inbuilt with Android are pre-packaged with different default Icons,but these default Icons can be changed into any other icons which fulfill your personal preferences. These increase the aesthetic appeal of your smart-phones look more attraactive and make things simpler for you, leading to improvement in your output. The other good news is that you will find thousands of different icons free as Icon Packs.


android icons


There are mainly 2 types of Icons:


1. The Launcher Icons


2. Status Bar Icons


The Launcher Icons: These icons use light and shadow to give 3D appearance to the object. Structure wise you can place launcher icons either on the top or the front of the home screen. To give these Icons a friendly look they have smooth round edges.


Status bar icons: They represent the various notifications from your application. Though they look like menu bars they are much smaller, higher in contrast and well rounded. You can create the dialog icon, the tab icon and the list view icons in this manner but remember to use colors when necessary and to design the colors, size and length in a normal perspective. Keep the icons simple and attractive.


Here are the links to free icons packs available on the internet with lots of icons to make your Android phone look better and more unique.


Free Large Android Icons 2010.3


Free Large Android Icons picture various space creatures, such as robots, crawlers and androids. Not only does the set present the creatures themselves, it also shows their moods and actions. All the images are created by professional artists and demonstrate bright colors and well-finished edges.


Download Link


The Android Developer Common Icon Set II


These icons are built referencing the style guide and as such may not be interchangeable with our original set.The icon set contains icons setup for use in the Menu, Lists, Tabs (selected & unselected) or Dialogs, with the correct sizing sorted into appropriately labelled folders.


Download Link


30 Free Android Menu Icons


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Free Android 2.x Monster Icons


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Wednesday, May 25, 2011

Mitsubishi Electric Launches RDT233WXL 23-inch Full HD IPS Monitor In Japan


Mitsubishi Electric has decided to launch the RDT233WXL 23-inch Full HD IPS monitor in Japan. It is actually a variant of the recently released RDT233WX series. Available in a non-glare model, the new IPS monitor features a 8000:1 contrast ratio, a 250cd/m2 brightness level and Mitsubishi’s enhanced ECO professional mode for better power optimization. No [...]

Mitsubishi Electric Launches RDT233WXL 23-inch Full HD IPS Monitor In Japan


Mitsubishi Electric has decided to launch the RDT233WXL 23-inch Full HD IPS monitor in Japan. It is actually a variant of the recently released RDT233WX series. Available in a non-glare model, the new IPS monitor features a 8000:1 contrast ratio, a 250cd/m2 brightness level and Mitsubishi’s enhanced ECO professional mode for better power optimization. No word on pricing at this moment. [Akihabara]




Crucial 16GB DDR3-1066MHz Very Low Profile RDIMM Memory Module


Crucial today released the new 16GB DDR3-1066MHz Very Low Profile (VLP) RDIMM memory module. With a PCB height of only 18.75mm, the VLP form factor is designed to reduce the space taken by memory that allows a greater airflow through the body of the server. The new memory module is also halogen-free and RoHS compliant. [...]

Crucial 16GB DDR3-1066MHz Very Low Profile RDIMM Memory Module


Crucial today released the new 16GB DDR3-1066MHz Very Low Profile (VLP) RDIMM memory module. With a PCB height of only 18.75mm, the VLP form factor is designed to reduce the space taken by memory that allows a greater airflow through the body of the server. The new memory module is also halogen-free and RoHS compliant. The Crucial 16GB DDR3-1066MHz Very Low Profile RDIMM memory module is priced at $724.99. [Crucial via PCLaunches]




Etymotic Adds Awareness Features To hf3 And mc3 Noise Isolating Headsets


Etymotic Research today announced enhancements to its hf3 and mc3 noise-isolating earphones. Designed to work with the iPad, iPhone and iPod touch, these headsets are now enhanced with the AWARENESS! for Etymotic app, that “listens” to users’ surroundings and mixes any noise louder than normal background sounds directly into the earphones. The app can be [...]

Etymotic Adds Awareness Features To hf3 And mc3 Noise Isolating Headsets


Etymotic Research today announced enhancements to its hf3 and mc3 noise-isolating earphones. Designed to work with the iPad, iPhone and iPod touch, these headsets are now enhanced with the AWARENESS! for Etymotic app, that “listens” to users’ surroundings and mixes any noise louder than normal background sounds directly into the earphones. The app can be set to do this automatically, or users can set the volume levels for surrounding noise themselves. The packaging for the enhanced versions of the hf3 and mc3 will feature a QR code, allowing consumers to learn more about its features and connect directly to the registration site to receive the unlock code. The Etymotic hf3 and mc3 noise-isolating earphones are priced at $179 and $99, respectively. [Press Release]




Ubiquitous iRemoTap – Power Strip With Built-in Wireless LAN


Ubiquitous has exhibited the iRemoTap at the Embedded Systems Expo. It is a power strip which features a built-in wireless LAN. The device can display the power status of devices connected to it from a PC or mobile phone, and switch their power On and Off remotely. This smart power strips can also be configured [...]

Ubiquitous iRemoTap


Ubiquitous has exhibited the iRemoTap at the Embedded Systems Expo. It is a power strip which features a built-in wireless LAN. The device can display the power status of devices connected to it from a PC or mobile phone, and switch their power On and Off remotely. This smart power strips can also be configured to send you a tweet or a text if a device has been left running for too long. Regarding future development, Ubiquitous and its partners plan to investigate the possibilities, through R&D and prototypes. The aim is to offer this kind of power tap for a retail price below 10,000 Yen ($122).