Wednesday 30 November 2011

Xbox 360 smashes console sales records

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This time of year is the season to be jolly, they say, and that’s especially true for the gaming industry, with sales of both consoles and games always going through the roof in the run-up to Christmas.

iPhone 4S dominates UK smartphone market

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The Apple iPhone 4S was criticised by some of the tech press when it launched in early October for being too similar to the existing iPhone 4, but that doesn’t seem to have dented the UK public’s enthusiasm to snap up the latest Apple handset.

The Samsung Galaxy Nexus returns

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The Samsung Galaxy Nexus smartphone launched in October and was the first handset to run on Google’s brand new Ice Cream Sandwich OS. It  also features a 4.65-inch 720p HD screen and dual-core 1.2GHz processor under its hood; it was soon taken off the shelves due to a bug though which affected the in-phone volume even during a call. This problem has now been rectified, it was an issue that was supposedly caused by the phone being used on a 2G frequency.

Microsoft Office on its way to the Apple iPad

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Microsoft’s tablet ambitions might only be realised once Windows 8 finally touches down in the second half of next year, but it looks like its Microsoft Office suite might be getting some tablet action considerably sooner.

Tuesday 29 November 2011

Acer aren’t giving up on the Liquid Express

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Its called the Acer Liquid Express and if you’re on the market looking for a budget smartphone this one could be for you. We’ve been here before with the Acer and their Liquid line but they make a comeback with this stylish Android handset in tact.

Nintendo 3DS System Update set for December 8th

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The Nintendo 3DS seems to be fairing well at the moment. The arrival of Mario Karts has finally seen an upturn in sales figures and for those who already own the handheld you’ll be glad to know an official software update is coming on 8th December, so not long to wait.

Monday 28 November 2011

Qwerty all the way with the Motorola DROID 4

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Motorola seem to be churning these smartphones out non-stop at the moment with the recent DROID 2 and DROID 3 all released with a small number of months between the two. Anyway, now its all about the DROID 4 which will sport a full qwerty keyboard, yes five rows of qwerty letters.

Petrol or pedal power from the Derringer Cycle

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Like the idea of cyling to work but just can’t be bothered pedaling up the bigger hills? The Derringer Cycle could be the perfect solution, packing a 50cc engine into its frame so you’ll no longer be stuck behind the local bus.

Friday 18 November 2011

Roku media streamer to out play Apple TV in UK?

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Roku look set to launch a range of media streamers here in the UK early in 2012 and putting the squeeze on the already basic offerings of Apple TV, which frankly suffers from choice on this side of the pond. Read on to find out how Roku can offer you up to 350 channels for less than you think!

Virgin Media TiVo update bags iPlayer, Spotify coming!

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Own a Virgin Media TiVo box sat tucked away under your TV? Well, things just started getting a whole lot better for the service as new updates, bringing with it a bunch of new features and tools, started rolling out last night and will carry on until the 24th November. Virgin Media TiVo owners read on and rejoice!

Thursday 17 November 2011

Archos Arnova 9 G2: New Android tablet goes official

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Archos has just made official the brand new Archos Arnova 9 G2 tablet. The Arnova 9 G2 is an Android tablet packing a complement of useful features. It should also sit at the affordable end of the range – read on to find out more.

Wednesday 16 November 2011

Pre-order the PlayStation Vita now for some freebies

 

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PlayStation Vita is the successor to the Sony PSP Go and arrives in the UK next February, however those considering buying one might want to grab one right now whilst the company are giving away some awesome freebies.

Tuesday 15 November 2011

There are two funky new BlackBerry smartphones on their way

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RIM, the brains behind BlackBerry has just unveiled two shiny new additions to the Bold and Curve series, 9790 and 9380.

Siri security cracked: Could now appear on other gadgets

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A team of tech experts have cracked the security controls of the Apple iPhone 4S, in a move that could see the Apple voice assistant spread to more gadgets.

Monday 14 November 2011

Need for Speed: The Run bags exclusive cars only for the PS3

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Need for Speed: The Run arrives in the shops this week with seven hot exclusive cars up for grabs all exclusive to the PS3.

Apple are to replace fault iPod Nanos

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Are you one of the many people who own an Apple iPod? Are you the one of the many people who an Apple iPad Nano bought between September and December 2006? If you are then you may be eligible for a brand new one whether it will be  an original or a shiny new model remains to be unseen.

Netflix ties up exclusive Lionsgate films in new deal

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Netflix and major Hollywood movie studio Lionsgate have sealed a deal to stream its movies exclusively to the service when it launches in the UK and Ireland next year. This means that upcoming movies such as The Expendables 2 will stream exclusively on Netflix, letting you watch the films on your Xbox 360, PS3 or Nintendo Wii.

Friday 11 November 2011

BlackBerry BBX smartphones are to receive a brand new design

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BlackBerry BBX is the new OS and will be running on brand new smartphones due to be launched next year. The new design change will very much resemble the company’s tablet, the PlayBook and could even come without a qwerty keyboard!

Nokia Champagne is spotted

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Another Windows Phone from Nokia has been leaked called the Nokia Champagne running on the next version of Windows Phone, Tango according to Slashgear.

Users details on Steam are compromised in a security breach

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If you are user of PC gaming download service, Stream you are advised to change your account passwords due to a recent security breach.

Thursday 10 November 2011

Epson Moverio BT-100 Video Glasses: A private 3D cinema you can wear

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3D viewing is about to get even more personal. The Epson Moverio BT-100 Video Glasses are a pair of specs that give wearers the illusion of watching movies on a 50-inch television. You’ll also be able to stream online movies! Join us after the cut to find out more.

Wednesday 9 November 2011

The Sims 3 gets sensual with Master Suite Stuff pack

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The Sims 3 is about to get a little more…sensual. A sizzling new Sims 3 Master Suite Stuff pack, just revealed for pre-order, features a love-shack-sized portion of luxurious furnishings, romantic candles and intimate nightwear to inject some extra spark into your Sims life.

Asus Eee Pad Transformer Prime details revealed, coming this December

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More details have emerged of the Asus Eee Pad Transformer Prime – the powerful quad-core tablet that, thanks to an attachable dock can pretend it’s a laptop. Now, along with a release date and price, plenty more Asus Eee Pad Transformer Prime details have been revealed.

Tuesday 8 November 2011

HTC Edge to pack first quad-core smartphone processor

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We’re still three months away from Mobile World Congress, the biggest mobile phone show in the calendar but there are already rumblings coming down the line that the HTC Edge could well be the first smartphone to launch with a quad-core processor. Do we need that can of grunt from out smartphones? Read on to find out more about the HTC Edge.

Panasonic Toughpad A1 Android tablet for when the going gets tough

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Panasonic may not be the first people you think of when it comes to making tablets, but with the Panasonic Toughpad A1 the company is offering up a 10.1-inch Android tablet built to last no matter what you do for work or play.

Monday 7 November 2011

Motorola Motokey Social is Facebook friendly

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Gadget companies just can’t get enough of Facebook. Motorola is the latest. The new Motorola Motokey Social smartphone is built for the social networking addict, and even comes with its own dedicated Facebook button.

Panasonic Lumix DMC 3D1 shoots in 2D and 3D at the same time!

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Like 3D televisions, 3D cameras are gradually finding their way into stores. The Panasonic Lumix DMC 3D1, due to arrive in stores next month, uses dual lenses capable of shooting high definition 2D and 3D video and photos, and even focus on two subjects simultaneously. It all sounds very clever! Read on to find out more.

Friday 4 November 2011

Canon C300 cinema camera takes on Hollywood!

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We’ve seen some pretty serious kit from Canon over the years, but even the company’s high-end DSLR models look like toys compared to the new Canon C300 cinema camera. Granted, half of that is because of the ludicrously large looking lense, but we’re certain it will deliver results capable of turning Spielberg green with envy.

Motorola Xoom 2 Moto is pretty decent and £20 cheaper than rival, Apple iPad 2

 

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We heard about it yesterday, if you haven’t its called the Motorola Xoom 2 Moto and its coming soon to a shop near you with a price tag of £379.99 which is yes cheaper than the iPad 2.

Thursday 3 November 2011

Tablets come cheap with Energy Sistem

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Do you want a tablet? Can you not afford an Apple iPad 2 or Samsung Galaxy Tab? Well, this is where Energy Sistem come in because on offer are cheap alternatives to the big players offering similarly the same sort of thing.

Grand Theft Auto V first trailer reveals San Andreas location

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Grand Theft Auto V will return to San Andreas, Rockstar Games has confirmed in the game’s first ever trailer. Read on to find out more.

Use desktop apps on the HP Slate 2

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Believe it or not Apple and Google aren’t the only ones who produces tablets because so did Microsoft a long time ago and now HP are preparing to bring them back with a bang running Windows 7 and called the HP Slate 2.

Wednesday 2 November 2011

World’s largest glasses-free display lets you see the side of objects in 3D

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Still skeptical about 3D television? Then take a look at this. It’s the world’s largest high definition glasses-free TV capable of letting viewers see even the side of objects in full third dimensions. It has to be seen to be believed.

Tuesday 1 November 2011

Nokia bringing free public Wi-Fi to all in London

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Public Wi-Fi is nothing new, but with pay as you go tariffs it often works out more expensive and less convenient than simply using your mobile phone’s 3G connection. Nokia and a company called Spectrum Interactive hope to change this, offering free Wi-Fi to all, starting off in London.

Acer aren’t giving up on desktops and to show that have just launched the AZ5 and AZ3 PCs

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Laptops and tablets are the ‘in’ thing at the moment, desktops? Who uses them anymore? I do for one and love them but do you love Acer’s new multi-touch all-in-one PCs or not?