A Look at Project Ara
As mobile communication technology progresses, we find ourselves depending more and more on devices that seem to address our needs and wants so well that it’s as if these smartphone companies know each and every one of us personally. From basic calling and texting features, to harnessing the potential of mobile Internet connectivity, these pieces of technology now enable us to communicate on a global level, making us all a part of a worldwide community. With every new model that’s introduced, these smartphones are simply getting smarter, better, and more equipped to become the single most indispensable piece of technology in our lives.
Now, the continuous evolution of the smartphone introduces yet and another step towards the future with Project Ara, a modular smartphone that allows the user to upgrade only specific parts of the phone as opposed to having to buy and entirely new phone. The Project Ara phone essentially comprises of an endoskeleton with modules which could be filled by different components, such as the CPU, the camera, the storage device and other parts of the smartphone. While the concept of basically building your own smartphone might come off as complex, keep in mind that if you could build a house using Lego, you could definitely master using a mobile phone from Project Ara.
Mightbe that’s an overly simplified analogy of Project Ara, but a more pressing concern is if such a device is the way to go in terms of considering the next step in mobile communication. Looking at it on a purely conceptual level, the Project Ara has the potential to revolutionize how mobile phones are made and sold, and would definitely have smartphone giants like Apple and Samsung scrambling to counteract the movement. On the other hand, it might become just another good idea that doesn’t become anything more than that: an idea. Is Project Ara a good thing? Let’s take a look at a few important points of discussion.
Would the user experience improve or not?
As much as we might like to think we live in a technologically-savvy world, the majority of smartphone users are essentially casual users. With social media being the reason the majority of smartphone users are keeping their hands and eyes glued to their phones, one could easily question the need for giving consumers such a level of control with upgrading their devices, especially when most would be perfectly to just purchase the latest models available.
On the other hand, the argument about a new piece of technology alienating a generation of new users have been made before, and a lot of times, that argument has been proven wrong. And more than anything, the Project Ara provides something that a lot of other smartphones could no longer provide: novelty. That in itself makes for a great user experience, for at least a specific period of time.
How much would it cost?
Pricing would be a critical matter in the success of Project Ara. While the ability to only upgrade specific components of your smartphone might seem a cheaper alternative to purchasing an entirely new smartphone, if the price difference for the act of buying a new phone and buying certain parts, then switching to Project Ara might not be worthwhile. For users to fully appreciate the changes to the smartphone norm, it’s important to remember that people would probably be hesitant to spend their money on an unproven technology when a proven option is available for not so much more.
How would competitors respond?
Once Project Ara comes out, companies like Apple and Samsung and the other forerunners in the smartphone business are going to have to address this breakthrough. With Project Ara phones coming out next year, it’s very interesting to see how the big dogs are going to answer this obvious challenge to their smartphone supremacy. It’s an interesting thought to entertain—what with all the years that these top companies have dominated the field and in comes something new that not only disregards the standards set by these companies, but basically reinvents the smartphone into a package that seemingly is more convenient and cheaper. With a paradigm shift of this magnitude, it would be nice to see the eventual push in innovation that this specific situation dictates.
Would Motorola once again run with the big dogs?
Project Ara is a Motorola baby. Motorola, a mobile communications company that once competed with Nokia, Ericsson, Samsung and others have fallen on the wayside the moment smartphones became the norm. This move by Motorola could be considered somewhat overdue, but one couldnot deny that while the move might be a little late in the game, this move is still a definite game changer.
Would Project Ara breathe new life into the once titanic company? Also, what would be the ramifications if Project Ara results into nothing more but a passing trend (a distinct possibility considering the number of supposed innovations predicted to be the next big thing)? It’s hard not to admire Motorola for taking such a bold move. If the Project Ara does succeed, then Motorola would definitely make its mark once more in the mobile communications industry.
If it doesn’t succeed, who’s to blame?
There are many questions hanging when it comes to Project Ara. While this groundbreaking move by Motorola has people excited, it remains to be seen of the general public is excited enough to support the project and turn it into a success. If it does fail, and that obviously might be a premature topic for discussion, but if it does fail, then what could be the possible cause of that failure?
The product itself is one questionable factor. A modular phone is indeed a good idea, but not all good ideas translate well into reality. Also, how would Project Ara be marketed? Remember that while the top companies might have optimum projects, it’s marketing that keeps them afloat. In a world wherein people have mostly made their choice when it comes to their tech preferences, it’s difficult to foresee a scenario wherein Project Ara would succeed without an aggressive marketing campaign. And of course, there’s always us, the consumers. Are we ready for Project Ara?
Here’s one last look at the project
Whether or not Project Ara makes it or takes a backseat to the fact that innovation is once again at work. It’s nice to know that while we live in a world where we already believe are smartphones are the greatest things ever, here comes a product that could potentially show us more. There is nothing wrong with reinventing the wheel, and if Motorola’s bold move pays off, then they deserve every piece of success they get. Is Project Ara a good thing? Yes. Any product that aims to improve something that’s already great is always a good thing.
As mobile communication technology progresses, we find ourselves depending more and more on devices that seem to address our needs and wants so well that it’s as if these smartphone companies know each and every one of us personally. From basic calling and texting features, to harnessing the potential of mobile Internet connectivity, these pieces of technology now enable us to communicate on a global level, making us all a part of a worldwide community. With every new model that’s introduced, these smartphones are simply getting smarter, better, and more equipped to become the single most indispensable piece of technology in our lives.
Now, the continuous evolution of the smartphone introduces yet and another step towards the future with Project Ara, a modular smartphone that allows the user to upgrade only specific parts of the phone as opposed to having to buy and entirely new phone. The Project Ara phone essentially comprises of an endoskeleton with modules which could be filled by different components, such as the CPU, the camera, the storage device and other parts of the smartphone. While the concept of basically building your own smartphone might come off as complex, keep in mind that if you could build a house using Lego, you could definitely master using a mobile phone from Project Ara.
Mightbe that’s an overly simplified analogy of Project Ara, but a more pressing concern is if such a device is the way to go in terms of considering the next step in mobile communication. Looking at it on a purely conceptual level, the Project Ara has the potential to revolutionize how mobile phones are made and sold, and would definitely have smartphone giants like Apple and Samsung scrambling to counteract the movement. On the other hand, it might become just another good idea that doesn’t become anything more than that: an idea. Is Project Ara a good thing? Let’s take a look at a few important points of discussion.
Would the user experience improve or not?
As much as we might like to think we live in a technologically-savvy world, the majority of smartphone users are essentially casual users. With social media being the reason the majority of smartphone users are keeping their hands and eyes glued to their phones, one could easily question the need for giving consumers such a level of control with upgrading their devices, especially when most would be perfectly to just purchase the latest models available.
On the other hand, the argument about a new piece of technology alienating a generation of new users have been made before, and a lot of times, that argument has been proven wrong. And more than anything, the Project Ara provides something that a lot of other smartphones could no longer provide: novelty. That in itself makes for a great user experience, for at least a specific period of time.
How much would it cost?
Pricing would be a critical matter in the success of Project Ara. While the ability to only upgrade specific components of your smartphone might seem a cheaper alternative to purchasing an entirely new smartphone, if the price difference for the act of buying a new phone and buying certain parts, then switching to Project Ara might not be worthwhile. For users to fully appreciate the changes to the smartphone norm, it’s important to remember that people would probably be hesitant to spend their money on an unproven technology when a proven option is available for not so much more.
How would competitors respond?
Once Project Ara comes out, companies like Apple and Samsung and the other forerunners in the smartphone business are going to have to address this breakthrough. With Project Ara phones coming out next year, it’s very interesting to see how the big dogs are going to answer this obvious challenge to their smartphone supremacy. It’s an interesting thought to entertain—what with all the years that these top companies have dominated the field and in comes something new that not only disregards the standards set by these companies, but basically reinvents the smartphone into a package that seemingly is more convenient and cheaper. With a paradigm shift of this magnitude, it would be nice to see the eventual push in innovation that this specific situation dictates.
Would Motorola once again run with the big dogs?
Project Ara is a Motorola baby. Motorola, a mobile communications company that once competed with Nokia, Ericsson, Samsung and others have fallen on the wayside the moment smartphones became the norm. This move by Motorola could be considered somewhat overdue, but one couldnot deny that while the move might be a little late in the game, this move is still a definite game changer.
Would Project Ara breathe new life into the once titanic company? Also, what would be the ramifications if Project Ara results into nothing more but a passing trend (a distinct possibility considering the number of supposed innovations predicted to be the next big thing)? It’s hard not to admire Motorola for taking such a bold move. If the Project Ara does succeed, then Motorola would definitely make its mark once more in the mobile communications industry.
If it doesn’t succeed, who’s to blame?
There are many questions hanging when it comes to Project Ara. While this groundbreaking move by Motorola has people excited, it remains to be seen of the general public is excited enough to support the project and turn it into a success. If it does fail, and that obviously might be a premature topic for discussion, but if it does fail, then what could be the possible cause of that failure?
The product itself is one questionable factor. A modular phone is indeed a good idea, but not all good ideas translate well into reality. Also, how would Project Ara be marketed? Remember that while the top companies might have optimum projects, it’s marketing that keeps them afloat. In a world wherein people have mostly made their choice when it comes to their tech preferences, it’s difficult to foresee a scenario wherein Project Ara would succeed without an aggressive marketing campaign. And of course, there’s always us, the consumers. Are we ready for Project Ara?
Here’s one last look at the project
Whether or not Project Ara makes it or takes a backseat to the fact that innovation is once again at work. It’s nice to know that while we live in a world where we already believe are smartphones are the greatest things ever, here comes a product that could potentially show us more. There is nothing wrong with reinventing the wheel, and if Motorola’s bold move pays off, then they deserve every piece of success they get. Is Project Ara a good thing? Yes. Any product that aims to improve something that’s already great is always a good thing.
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Google's Nexus 5 has nearly everything you would expect from a high-end smartphone, except the price. The Nexus 5 is a very well-rounded and feature-packed product - something that gives a solid Android phone. A 5-inch display offering 1920x1080 resolution IPS display, with 445 ppi, a Snapdragon 800 processor clocked at 2.26GHz, support for 4G LTE networks, and a powerful Android 4.4 Kit Kat operating system, all makes a good smartphone that a true geek would demand. The premium Android handset is now available for Rs 28,999 for 16 GB model, while the 32GB model would cost Rs 32,999. Since the phone is designed by Google, you get pure Android experience, without clutter or gimmicks that many phone makers add to distinguish their phones from rivals.
On the other hand, the iPhone 5S is the best phone Apple has ever made. It's the top choice for anyone who wants a sleek and smart phone with formidable power and a high-resolution display. The 5s features a brand new A7 chip built on 64-bit architecture, making the iPhone the first smartphone ever to go 64-bit. Apple claims the 5S can deliver 56x faster graphics and 40x faster CPU as compared to the original iPhone. The new iPhone is certainly a must buy for those who want to use the best Apple has to offer – those who want to experience the Apple ecosystem and experience, especially those who own an iPhone 4 and older handsets.
Read on to find out the top five ways in which the Nexus 5 shows up its potential:
Larger display
The Nexus 5 comes with a 5-inch display that’s a big larger than the iPhone 5s’s 4-inch screen. The Nexus 5 has a 5-inch IPS LCD Gorilla Glass 3 display supporting Full HD 1080×1920 pixels and an astonishing 445ppi.
On the other hand, the iPhone 5S comes with a 4-inch Retina Display (IPS LCD), with 1136×640 resolution at 326ppi. The Nexus 5 is ahead here by a good margin. The difference is important to those users who want a larger displays for movies, games and general power userness.
NFC
For connectivity, the Nexus 5 includes dual-band 802.11ac WiFi, as well as Bluetooth 4.0, NFC (for Google Wallet and Android Beam), SlimPort, DLNA and USB OTG for accessing flash drives and using keyboards. Changes in Android 4.4 KitKat are going to open up the possibilities of using NFC payments through Google Wallet, but it may not go as far as we would hope. Google says “If you have a Nexus 5 device, you can now use Google Wallet to tap and pay in stores with any carrier.” If you are coming from another Nexus device and getting a Nexus 5, functionally nothing has changed in terms of Google Wallet NFC payments. In addition, NFC can also be used to share photos and other files with nearby users.
Faster processor and extra RAM
Equipped with the cutting-edge Snapdragon 800 chipset, the Nexus 5 gives a tough fight to iPhone 5S in the performance department. The Nexus 5 comes with an SoC that boasts a quad-core Krait 400 CPU, clocked at 2.3 GHz, as well as the powerful Adreno 330 GPU.
On the other hand, the iPhone 5s is powered by the A7 chipset, which is the first to adopt a 64-bit architecture. There’s also a dual-core Cyclone CPU inside that's ticking at a clock-rate of 1.3 GHz. Although there’s significant difference in terms of processing power, it’s worth nothing that when doing a cross-platform performance comparison, software optimizations hold equal weight. With that being said, the iPhone 5S is also a powerhouse in terms of speed, delivering great performance in terms of playing heavy games, web browsing and other multi-media stuff.
Not just in the processing speed, the Nexus 5 also offers a healthy 2 gigs of RAM, while the rival 5S comes with only 1 GB of RAM, which also guarantees a smooth experience. A 2 GB of RAM means no significant slow-down related to system memory. Internal storage configurations for the iPhone 5s are 16 GB, 32 GB or 64 GB, whereas the Nexus 5 comes with 16 GB or 32 GB memory.
Since, these smartphones don’t support microSD memory expansion, you need to carefully choose your smartphone variant.
Battery
The Nexus 5 has a non-expandable 2300 mAh battery which the company claims to offer a 17 hours talk time and 300h in stand-by. The iPhone 5S battery is just 1570 mAh which seems to be not enough for the hardcore users. However, Apple claims it to last 10 hours in talk time and 250 in stand-by with 3G on. The Nexus 5 still overcomes the iPhone 5S at this point.
Camera
Both these devices have 8MP cameras with 1080p video recording.
The Nexus 5 boasts optical image stabilisation however, which has proven itself in both the Nokia Lumia 1020 and LG G2 by producing clear shots with sharp details, even in low light conditions.
On the other hand, the iPhone 5S is the best phone Apple has ever made. It's the top choice for anyone who wants a sleek and smart phone with formidable power and a high-resolution display. The 5s features a brand new A7 chip built on 64-bit architecture, making the iPhone the first smartphone ever to go 64-bit. Apple claims the 5S can deliver 56x faster graphics and 40x faster CPU as compared to the original iPhone. The new iPhone is certainly a must buy for those who want to use the best Apple has to offer – those who want to experience the Apple ecosystem and experience, especially those who own an iPhone 4 and older handsets.
Read on to find out the top five ways in which the Nexus 5 shows up its potential:
Larger display
The Nexus 5 comes with a 5-inch display that’s a big larger than the iPhone 5s’s 4-inch screen. The Nexus 5 has a 5-inch IPS LCD Gorilla Glass 3 display supporting Full HD 1080×1920 pixels and an astonishing 445ppi.
On the other hand, the iPhone 5S comes with a 4-inch Retina Display (IPS LCD), with 1136×640 resolution at 326ppi. The Nexus 5 is ahead here by a good margin. The difference is important to those users who want a larger displays for movies, games and general power userness.
NFC
For connectivity, the Nexus 5 includes dual-band 802.11ac WiFi, as well as Bluetooth 4.0, NFC (for Google Wallet and Android Beam), SlimPort, DLNA and USB OTG for accessing flash drives and using keyboards. Changes in Android 4.4 KitKat are going to open up the possibilities of using NFC payments through Google Wallet, but it may not go as far as we would hope. Google says “If you have a Nexus 5 device, you can now use Google Wallet to tap and pay in stores with any carrier.” If you are coming from another Nexus device and getting a Nexus 5, functionally nothing has changed in terms of Google Wallet NFC payments. In addition, NFC can also be used to share photos and other files with nearby users.
Faster processor and extra RAM
Equipped with the cutting-edge Snapdragon 800 chipset, the Nexus 5 gives a tough fight to iPhone 5S in the performance department. The Nexus 5 comes with an SoC that boasts a quad-core Krait 400 CPU, clocked at 2.3 GHz, as well as the powerful Adreno 330 GPU.
On the other hand, the iPhone 5s is powered by the A7 chipset, which is the first to adopt a 64-bit architecture. There’s also a dual-core Cyclone CPU inside that's ticking at a clock-rate of 1.3 GHz. Although there’s significant difference in terms of processing power, it’s worth nothing that when doing a cross-platform performance comparison, software optimizations hold equal weight. With that being said, the iPhone 5S is also a powerhouse in terms of speed, delivering great performance in terms of playing heavy games, web browsing and other multi-media stuff.
Not just in the processing speed, the Nexus 5 also offers a healthy 2 gigs of RAM, while the rival 5S comes with only 1 GB of RAM, which also guarantees a smooth experience. A 2 GB of RAM means no significant slow-down related to system memory. Internal storage configurations for the iPhone 5s are 16 GB, 32 GB or 64 GB, whereas the Nexus 5 comes with 16 GB or 32 GB memory.
Since, these smartphones don’t support microSD memory expansion, you need to carefully choose your smartphone variant.
Battery
The Nexus 5 has a non-expandable 2300 mAh battery which the company claims to offer a 17 hours talk time and 300h in stand-by. The iPhone 5S battery is just 1570 mAh which seems to be not enough for the hardcore users. However, Apple claims it to last 10 hours in talk time and 250 in stand-by with 3G on. The Nexus 5 still overcomes the iPhone 5S at this point.
Camera
Both these devices have 8MP cameras with 1080p video recording.
The Nexus 5 boasts optical image stabilisation however, which has proven itself in both the Nokia Lumia 1020 and LG G2 by producing clear shots with sharp details, even in low light conditions.
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