Samsung Galaxy R vs. LG Optimus 2X: Affordable dual-cores

Introduction

Yep, you read that right. Affordable and dual core wouldn't normally belong in the same sentence. In 2011. And you don't need to press fast forward. Just sit back and enjoy. There's a lot stewing in the industry's pot and we think the place smells of quad core already.

So, two affordable dual-core Android smartphones it is. The Samsung Galaxy R and the LG Optimus 2X have been duly and thoroughly reviewed but we thought a head-to-head comparison wouldn't hurt - we've certainly been asked plenty of times which one is better.

The LG Optimus 2X prides itself in being the first dual-core smartphone. The Samsung Galaxy R follows at quite some distance but runs on the same chipset - the NVIDIA Tegra 2. Both have comparable screens too: 4" of WVGA IPS LCD on the Optimus and a 4.2" WVGA SC-LCD on the Galaxy R.

Future iOS devices will boast of fitness sharing technology

The future iPhones, iPads and iPods might help you finally get that ripped body you always desired. According to new patent, Apple’s new devices will share your fitness data with other users and help you not only be competitive, but even get fitness tips on the go.

Apple has given the example of two runners on different treadmills as an example while applying for the patent. The patent suggests,” These treadmills may be located in the same building, or they may be located in different buildings, in different cities, or even in different continents, in this example, media on one media player can be shared between the two treadmills. Also, data from both treadmills can be displayed on each treadmill, thus showing the users their respective standings in the competition.”