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Saturday 25 August 2012

Toyota Camry 2012 launched in India




From the stables of  Toyota, the year 2012 will witness another re-tooled version of Camry in coming days. The word Camry is derived from a Japanese word ‘kanmuri’ which translates as Crown. In India, Camry is considered highly executive car which is believed to deliver remarkable driving experience.
Redesigned for 2012, the new Toyota Camry is being integrated with similar designing and equitable dimensions as seen in its previous prototype. The new model has been made lighter, high performance oriented and comes with greater fuel efficiency.
The new Camry has been launched in competition with Honda Accord, Ford Fusion, Volkswagen Jetta and Skoda Superb.

Toyota Camry Review

Exterior

Despite of the Larger Bumper inlets and Boomerang- shaped lights, the Camry has continued with its conventional Length, height and width. This four cylinder car comes with single tailpipe at the back with only V6 model comes with two tailpipes.
The Sports oriented Camry SE model is designed with unique bodywork to give an informal look. The racier bumpers and a new grille on the front give a distinctive look to the overall archetype.
Exteriorly, Toyota Camry Car is equipped with Standard 16 inch Steel Wheels that are enveloped in plastic covers and offers optional choice of 17 and 18 inch alloy wheels. One of the unique compositions is side mirror which comes in similar body color as the car is painted.

Interior

Inside the new Camry you’ll find that the dashboard wrap has been replaced by layered design where the upper dashboard has been covered by Stitched Faux leather. The trim level unlike last year’s Camry comes with 60/40 – split folding Rear seat.
Toyota has offered two navigation system variants with sharper graphics – Entry level version with 6.1 inch Screenand another 7.0 inch system.
The car is fitted with comfortable seats for relaxed riding and the air conditioning system included in the car is powerful enough to evenly spread the cooling from the AC vent to every corner of the car.
The rear view mirror in the cabin assists in detecting bright light and help eradicating blinding glares with itsElectro-chromatic feature which ensures that drive is fully controlled and secured.
Other common interior features include standard power windows, mirrors and locks. The Car comes with optional Bluetooth audio streaming, Standard iPod and USB compatible stereo that works with Bluetooth. There are optional power seats and moonroof for ensuring comfort and joy during your long rides.

Performance

Camry in India is expected to come with neat petrol Engine that brings amazing driving experience and delivers heaps of power. The car is packed with powerful 2.4 liter engine that delivers the peak power of 167PS at 6000RPM and the maximum torque of 204.9Nm at RPM level of 5600 with variable valve timing-intelligent system (VVT-I).
The Engine is also accompanied with Intelligent Electronic Control System which controls the engine output by adjusting the throttle valve in relation with accelerators opening. This allows smoother gearshift changes for ensuring acceleration control while you are driving.
The Indian version of the car comes with 5 speed Automatic transmission which is researched by Toyota Engineers, especially to compliment with the quiet and vibration free engine Toyota Camry comes with.
This new Camry 2012 version with Automatic transmission offers an average mileage of 8 km per liter while the automatic gearbox version offers the mileage of 7km per liter.

Toyota Camry 2012 Price in India - Rs 23.80 Lakhs


Technical Specifications

  • Engine Type : DOHC, 2.5 lts 4 Cylinder
  • Valve : 16-Valve VVT-i
  • Maximum Speed (kmph):
  • Mileage(km/liter): 7
  • Seating Capacity (person): 6
  • Displacement : 2362cc
  • Power: 165 Bhp @ 6000 rpm
  • Torque: 224 Nm @ 4000 rpm
  • Transmission Type: Electronically Controlled automatic overdrive Transmission
  • Gears: 7
  • Number of Cylinders: 4
  • Valves Per Cylinder: 4
  • Ignition : Electronic, TDI
  • Drivetrain : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Body : Unitized body with front and rear anti-vibration sub-frames
  • Steering : Electric Power Steering
  • Fuel Type: Petrol
  • Fuel Tank Capacity(Lt.): 65
  • Fuel Tank Reserve(Lt.): 9
  • Minimum Turning Radius : 18.3
  • Front Tyre Size : P215/55R17
  • Rear Tyre Size : P225/45R18
  • Front Suspension- MacPherson strut suspension with gas-filled shock absorbers
  • Rear Suspension – Dual-link independent MacPherson strut suspension with gas-filled shock absorbers
  • Front Brakes : 11.65-Inch. Power-assisted ventilated disc brakes
  • Rear Brakes : 11 Inch. Solid disc with hydraulic brake booster
  • Overall Height : 57.9 Inch.
  • Overall Width : 71.7 Inch.
  • Overall Length : 18.92 Inch.
  • Ground Clearance : 6.1 Inch.
  • Wheelbase : 109.3 Inches
  • Kerb Weight : 3190 kg

Features

  • Interior & Exterior
      • Cruise control
      • Overhead console with maplamps
      • Rear window defogger with timer
      • Washer-linked intermittent windshield wipers
      • Dual sun visors with sliding extensions
      • Color-keyed power outside mirrors with folding feature
      • Day/night rear view mirror
      • Analog instrumentation with speedometer
      • Jam protection in all positions and retained-power features
      • High Solar Energy-Absorbing (HSEA) glass
      • Projector-beam halogen headlamps

  • Safety & Security
      • Tyre Pressure Monitor System
      • Smart Stop Technology
      • Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control
      • Electronic Brake-force Distribution
      • Ten airbags
      • Traction Control
      • 4-wheel Anti-lock Brake System

Toyota Camry Colors Available

  • Super White
  • Magnetic Grey Metallic
  • Clear water Blue Metallic
  • Cosmic Grey Mica
  • Sandy Beach Metallic
  • Attitude Black Metallic
  • Barcelona Red Metallic
  • Classic Silver Metallic
  • Cypress Pearl

Volkswagen Polo Facelift to be Launched Soon



Volkswagen is all set to give its mid cycle hatchback Volkswagen polo a minor refresh. Adding some exciting features on Volkswagen Polo stance, the new update will bring on better comfort, enhanced safety and superior looks than the earlier version. Combining all the virtues of comfort, safety, driving and handling, Volkswagen Polo is considered one of the favorite hatchbacks in the Indian automobile façade.

Volkswagen Polo Facelift Review

Witnessing the increased competition and growing hatchback market, the German automaker Volkswagen has decided to incorporate minor updates in their much acclaimed hatchback Volkswagen Polo. You can call this a stop gap method till the company arrives with their next generation Polo for the year 2014 but one thing is confirmed; this already sharp looking car is definitely going to be sharper in its next version. Since details aren’t disclosed nothing can be confirmed right now.
In the latest updated Volkswagen Polo, Volkswagen Group India, a part of Volkswagen AG is planning to add few attractive features on the aesthetic front. To start with, the new Volkswagen Polo will get an addition to its classy look exteriors by additional black inserts that will add to the sportiness of this super-mini. The new alloy wheel design externally and new music system head unit with USB and Bluetooth connectivity will enhance the interior worth of the car.
Most of the hatchbacks today are coming with steering mounted audio function. Keeping in regard with this, Volkswagen has planned to include steering-mounted audio controls in the higher Volkswagen Polo India version.
Indian buyers doesn’t spend much for comfort, luxury or safety of the car, rather they prefer cars which can give them hassle free drive. One of the popular features that adds to the efficiency and performance of the car is automatic transmission. Though buying an automatic car is costlier but more and more Indian buyers prefer buying these cars; there’s too much congestion and traffic on the city roads these days. It gives ease of driving with its effortless gear shifts.
In accordance to that Volkswagen has also planned to bring an automatic petrol variant of their classic hatchback Volkswagen Polo which will be hitting auto market in the coming November. No details on automatic box have been confirmed till now.
At the moment, Volkswagen India is testing 1.6 liter petrol engine with automatic gearbox which is set to release in the festive season of Diwali. The only competition in the similar hatchback segment with Volkswagen Polo is Hyundai i20 automatic which cost around Rs.7.8lacs. Keeping in mind Rs.1 lac difference in the manual and automatic variant, the new Volkswagen Polo AT is expected to cost approx. Rs.7.5 lakhs.

LG 84LM9600 – World’s first 84-inch 3D LED TV



LG 84LM9600 3D LED TV redefines your viewing experience with innovative features and brilliant image clarity with its first-rate television technology. The distinctive 4k technology of LG 84LM9600 not only makes its amazingly different but it’s incessantly stunning performance on its wide 84 inch TV screen which will leave you awestruck for a moment. The stunning picture clarity on the beautifully designed frame looks alluringly captivating and will definitely make you fall in love with your new lifestyle partner in no time.
LG 84LM9600 release date is expected to be sometime in September end and will be offering cinema like picture quality supporting 3840×2160 pixels resolution. You can add this masterpiece for beautifying your interior in a mighty price which complements well its supporting features. LG 84LM9600 Price in India is tagged for approx. Rs 12Lakhs

LG 84LM9600 Price in India – Rs. 12 Lakhs (Approx.)


LG 84LM9600 Specifications

Keeping close intact with LG 84LM9600 cost, LG has made sure that consumers are delivered with features that are at par with Industry standard and much beyond people’s expectation.
To start with LG 84LM9600 specs, its big cinema like screen is enough to shout for its elusive quality which brings on screen content alive. The complementing pixel resolution and technologies including FPR 3D Panel, 3D Manual controls, magic remote and flicker Free 3D altogether brings a different viewing experience.
Connectivity specifications of LG 84LM9600 ultra definition tv are in accordance with LG 84LM9600 dimension. It’s sleek, yet it has definite number of input/ output connectivity ports which adds to the flexibility of LG 84LM9600 84inch 3D TV. Number of HDMI ports, PC input options, USB peripherals, Wi-Fi direct, Wi-Di support, Mobile HD link, AV input/out component enhances its overall functionality.

Technical Specifications

Display
  • Size : 84 Inch
  • Resolution : 3840 x 2160 Pixels
  • BLU Type (Backlight) : Edge
  • Micro Pixel Control
Input / Output
  • AV Input x 1
  • Component x 1
  • HDMI x 4
  • PC Input x 1
  • USB x 3
  • LAN x 1
  • Built In Wi-Fi
  • Optical AV Out
  • DLNA
  • Wi-Fi Direct
  • Wi-Di
  • Mobile HD Link
Features
  • Magic Motion Remote Control
  • 1000Hz Motion Clarity Index (MCI)
  • DivX HD Formats Supported
  • 2nd TV Ready
  • 3D Depth Control
  • BB TV
  • Micro Pixel Control
  • FPR 3D Panel
  • Premium Content
  • 3D Sound Zooming
  • 2D to 3D Conversion
  • Cinema Screen Design
  • App Store

LG 84LM9600 Review

Delivering stunning picture quality and matchless performance is LG’s forte and that too in an exquisite design that brings out everything in an immersive way. LG 84LM9600 ultra definition tv is also not an exception which promises ultimate serenity and impeccably brilliant content on its big 84 inch edge backlight LED screen. The Flicker free 3D output on LG 84LM9600 84inch 3D TV is far comfortable than conventional device and battery free 3D glasses deliver easy on eyes picture with maximum clarity.
LG 84LM9600 4k 3D TV brings flawless control and operational ease to your TV viewing experience. All thanks to its 3D sound zooming and Depth control features that adds to the flexibility of LG 84LM9600 4k TV. The inclusion of FPR 3D Panel technology and 2D to 3D conversion exhibits technological innovations and implies a significant improvement in 3D television. Incredible features including home dash board, universal search, smart share play and wireless display describe how smart LG 84LM9600 ultra definition tv is.
It can be easily authenticated from the above LG 84LM9600 review that LG 84LM9600 4k 3D TV brings a uniquely different lifestyle statement to your life; a truly blissful viewing experience that you’ll acknowledge forever!

LG Optimus VU Phablet Quad-Core Smartphone



LG Optimus VU looks familiar! Of course, it has to be. LG Optimus vu smartphone was first unveiled way back in February for capturing the ‘Phablet’ forte with its huge 5 inch touchscreen that give you the feeling of holding a wide tablet in your hand. The prolonged release of LG optimus vu extra-wide handset can be accredited to LG’s update over lg optimus vu specifications that have been upgraded to faster processor and better OS.
Embarking on a world tour, LG’s new LG optimus vu extra-wide handset is ready to takeoff as the worldwide release soon. LG optimus vu release date is expected for September and but no word on lg optimus vu launch in india is made yet. LG Optimus vu price in India is expected to lie between Rs. 25-30k

LG Optimus VU Smartphone Price in India – Not Announced


LG Optimus VU Specifications

In the world of present day smartphones, you never know what will happen next! This is quite true for LG Optimus VU which comes with distinguished screen size which isn’t larger but wider to give the touch of a tablet overall; You can call it “phablet” as well. The big 5 inch square sized screen on LG optimus vu smartphone adds to its extra wide appearance and provides aspect ratio of 4:3 display.
What’s incredibly impressive is the internal configuration that includes Nvidia Tegra 3 quad core processor with 1.4GHz clocking speed and Google’s Android ICS which defines its exceptional performance and enhanced interactivity.  Inside the hood, lg optimus vu smartphone is instilled with 1GB RAM and comes with expandable memory option that works with memory slot up to 32GB. Apart from LG optimus vu tegra 3 quad core processor, the new LG optimus vu android smartphone supports 4G LTE connectivity but that is something meant only for US.
Apart from these LG optimus vu specifications, the lg optimus vu smartphone is equally commendable in terms of camera which is 8MP rear-facing camera supporting HD 1080p video recording and a 1.3MP front-facing camera for video chatting.

Technical Specifications

Status & Availability
  • Upcoming : 2012, Q4
Network
  • 2G : GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
  • 3G : HSDPA
Hardware
  • Operating System : Android v4.0.4 ICS
  • Chipset : Nvidia Tegra 3
  • CPU : Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A9
  • GPU : ULP GeForce
  • RAM : 1 GB
  • GPS : A-GPS support
Display
  • Size : 5.0 Inch.
  • Type : HD-IPS LCD Capacitive Touchscreen
  • Resolution : 768 x 1024 Pixels
  • Colors : 16M
Camera
  • Rear : 8 MP, 3264 x 2448 Pixels
  • Video Recording : 1080p@30fps, LED video light
  • Front : 1.3 MP
  • Features : Autofocus, LED Flash, Geo-tagging, face detection, image stabilization
Storage
  • Unlimited Phonebook Entries
  • MicroSD Card Slot : No
  • Internal memory : 32 GB
Connectivity
  • Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n
  • Wi-Fi Direct
  • DLNA
  • Wi-Fi hotspot
  • GPRS
  • EDGE
  • Bluetooth v3.0 with A2DP, HS
  • HSDPA, 21 Mbps; HSUPA, 5.76 Mbps Speed
  • microUSB v2.0
  • NFC
  • 3.5mm Audio Jack
Dimension
  • Layout : 139.6 x 90.4 x 8.5 mm
  • Weight : 168 g
Features
  • Dolby mobile sound enhancement
  • Multitouch
  • Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass Sensors
  • Java via MIDP emulator.
  • Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic
  • MicroSIM card support only
  • TV-out (via MHL A/V link)
  • Predictive text input

LG Optimus VU Review

LG has been offering distinguishing handsets in the ever growing smartphone market. LG Optimus VU smartphone isn’t an exception which is designed in a beautiful square prototype with wide 5 inch screen that makes it look like a mini tablet. The most striking feature of LG Optimus VU smartphone is that it’s a powerhouse of multitasking and processing. All thanks to the updated configuration such as NVidia Tegra 3 Processor and Android ICS which makes it one of the head turning mobile devices of this year.
Slim looks of lg optimus vu android smartphone combined with easy to grip angular archetype adds to its usability. It’s easy and light enough to be carried anywhere in your pocket. The super smooth touch functionality, interactive user interface and easy to use operations bring a perfect blend of smartphone technology that you’ll love to own.
With this lg optimus vu review, it can be well concluded that lg optimus VU android smartphone packs fabulous features that counts well for a smartphone needs and icing on the cake is LG Optimus vu Price which makes it a perfect budget purchase.