Friday 27 July 2012

Tivoli Audio Model One BT Bluetooth radio is retro cool

I’m out of the office today but here’s your Tech fix for today though.

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Tivoli Audio has upped its radio range by unveiling one of its most retro-looking radios yet. The Tivoli Audio Model One BT Bluetooth radio, out later this year, is an upgraded Model version of the Model One, with Bluetooth so that listeners can now transfer music wirelessly to it. It is also dead stylish.

Thursday 26 July 2012

Microsoft Surface Tablet gets itself a price-tag

Microsoft Surface price revealed by Swedish retailer

A Swedish online retailer has revealed that the price of Microsoft’s tablet crossover will cost £650 minimum. Now this is just a rumour at the moment – I for one definitely hope the price will drop and if Microsoft want to compete against Apple and Google the price better get knocked down!

Wednesday 25 July 2012

Nike+ Microsoft Kinect Training coming to Xbox 360

I’m out of the office today but here’s your Tech fix for today though.

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The Nike fitness juggernaut continues to pace along, with the launch of a new Nike+ Kinect Training tool. It will bring the same Nike+ ‘personalised training’ already enjoyed by Nike+ users, into the home for use with the Microsoft Kinect motion-sensing camera for the Xbox 360 console. Nike+ Kinect is coming on 2nd November.

Tuesday 24 July 2012

Trade in your Nintendo 3DS for a 3DS XL for just £80

I’m out of the office today but here’s your Tech fix for today though.

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The Nintendo 3DS XL hits the shops on July 28th with a display up to 90 percent larger than the original 3DS. Those wanting to make the upgrade can now do so on the cheap, by trading in their old 3DS at GAME to buy a 3DS XL for just £80.

Monday 23 July 2012

Got a HTC Desire HD? No Ice Cream Sandwich for you

I’m out of the office today but here’s your Tech fix for today though.

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In the world of Android, the talk is all about the new Android Jelly Bean operating system. But what about Android Ice Cream Sandwich? It has still to reach a number of Android smartphones. One handset it will not be reaching is the HTC Desire HD. HTC claims the Desire HD is better off without it. Read on to hear why…

Friday 20 July 2012

Sony Walkman E470 Series brightens up your audio library

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Sony has unveiled a colourful collection of amazing MP3 players. The Sony Walkman E470 Series are the world’s slimmest ever music players, according to Sony that is, and come in six stunning shades for the younger gadget audience, with enough memory for over 1,000 songs and a karaoke mode. 



Logic 3 team up with Ferrari to bring your some headphones–OUT NOW

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Logic3 and Ferrari have joined forces to bring us unique, two collections of headphones which are sexy, stylish and awesome. Read on for all the details!

Thursday 19 July 2012

Samsung Galaxy S3 64GB not cancelled, just delayed

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The Samsung Galaxy S3 with 32GB of internal memory has been out for a couple of months now, but what about the 64GB version? Contrary to reports, it’s still coming. It’s just been delayed until the “second half of this year”, claims Samsung.

Windows 8 is landing in the UK on the 26th October

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Microsoft have officially confirmed the release date for their shiny, new touchscreen OS. The company will release Windows 8 on the 26th October, the next operating system from Microsoft.

Wednesday 18 July 2012

Asus Google Nexus 7 hits the shops, first pre-orders on the way

I’m out of the office today but here’s your Tech fix for today though.

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The first Asus Google Nexus 7 tablets have been landing in customers hands, and hitting the high street in electronics retailers including Currys and PC World. Rather than a big Apple-style store launch, Google is hoping to quietly get the tablet into as many hands as possible. But don’t expect all stores to have any stock left.

Tuesday 17 July 2012

Sky TV on-demand movie rentals to take on Lovefilm and Netflix, prices revealed

I’m out of the office today but here’s your Tech fix for today though.

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Today sees the launch of Sky Now TV – a new on-demand movie rental service to take on rivals Lovefilm and Netflix. Launching on PC, Mac, and some Android smartphones, Sky Now TV will offer access to 600 films and 11 channels, with more to come in future on a monthly subscription, or on pay and play basis. More details on the pricing and packages this way. 



Monday 16 July 2012

Samsung Galaxy Note 2 set to launch in August

I’m out of the office today but here’s your Tech fix for today though.

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Gadget fans will already know a Samsung Galaxy Note 2 is coming. It was accidentally leaked by Samsung Arabia’s Twitter account a few weeks ago. Now, the Galaxy Note 2 looks set to land on August 30th, during consumer tech show IFA 2012.

Friday 13 July 2012

Bose unveils VideoWave 2 HDTV with invisible surround sound

I’m out of the office today - here’s your Tech fix though.

Bose unveils VideoWave 2 HDTV with invisible surround sound

Audio master Bose has unveiled its new VideoWave 2 system. The new entertainment package from the audio experts includes a a full HDTV and a 16-speaker surround sound system that uses hidden speakers to radiate sound around the room.

Thursday 12 July 2012

iPhone 5 and iPad mini prototypes are leaked

iPhone 5 and iPad mini prototypes leaked

The first sight of the iPhone 5 and iPad mini are leaked onto the Internet which looks like a larger 4-inch iPhone and a smaller, thinner iPad making room for an extra speaker in order to boost the sound quality.

Wednesday 11 July 2012

UPDATED: O2’s network goes down

O2 have now fixed this issue.

As posted earlier O2 are currently experiencing some network issues meaning users signal will drop in and out also meaning that you not be able to making outgoing calls, use messaging services or even use your data. This is what mobile network, O2 had to say in a statement:

BREAKING NEWS: O2 have got network issues

 

O2 have confirmed that they are currently experiencing a network issue resulting in some users not being able to make outgoing phone calls. They have a team of people working on this problem at the moment and hope to get this glitch fixed in the next few hours.

Budget Android Motorola smartphone out soon

Motorola Motosmart affordable Android on the way

Motorola are bringing out a brand new budget smartphone called Motosmart, if you are finding yourself not being able to afford a Samsung Galaxy S3 or an iPhone 4S this one might be for you. It jumps onto the shelves in the UK this month with a price tag of £100 on Pay as you Go or sign up to contract for just £7 per month.

Tuesday 10 July 2012

Microsoft Windows 8 will launch in October

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Microsoft Windows 8 will launch in October

Microsoft has announced that Windows 8 will finally be available this October via Windows 8 PCs and boxed copied of the software. Existing Windows 7, Windows Vista or Windows XP users will be able to upgrade to Windows 8 from their PC for a lower price. Boxed copies of the operating system will also be available for a slightly higher price.

Sony’s ‘all weather’ smartphone Sony Xperia Go out on O2 soon

'All weather' Sony Xperia Go out this month on O2

This dust-repelling and water resistant Sony Xperia Go will be out to buy this month on O2. Some might call it a ‘rugged’ smartphone however it is much more than that indeed with some damn clever tech thrown in. Use the Xperia Go in the rain with wet finger tracking tech for one. More this way!

Monday 9 July 2012

Not keen on Nokia 808 PureView? Nokia has a Lumia 910 up its sleeves

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Not keen on Nokia 808 PureView? Nokia has a Lumia 910 up its sleeves

The Nokia Lumia 900 is fresh in the memory but Nokia may already have an upgrade planned. A Nokia user has uncovered the sighting of a Nokia Lumia 910. With the Nokia 808 PureView 41-megapixel phone failing to excite all but the most fanboy-ish Nokia fans, could a Nokia Lumia 910 make up for it?

Google Nexus 7 tablet covers on the way

Google Nexus 7 tablet: Asus has you covered

Do you want your ASUS tablet to look even more snazzy? Pick up one of the colourful covers then. The tablet was announced last week and is made by ASUS running on the Android OS and is called the Google Nexus 7.

Friday 6 July 2012

Motorola Atrix HD: 4.5-inch Kevlar Android phone unveiled

I’m out of the office today but here’s your Tech fix though.

Motorola Atrix HD: 4.5-inch Kevlar Android phone unveiled

Motorola has updated its Atrix line with the Motorola Atrix HD smartphone. The device features a 4.5-inch touchscreen display with Motorola’s HD ColorBoost display technology, a 1.5GHz dual-core processor and up to 32GB of microSD card storage. But does it have enough about it to tempt us away from the Samsung Galaxy S3 or iPhone? More specs this way. 



Archos 97 Carbon squares up to Nexus 7 and iPad

I’m out of the office today but here’s your Tech fix though.

Archos 97 Carbon squares up to Nexus 7 and iPad

In what should be an interesting year for tablets, Archos has just announced a new tablet of its own. The Archos 97 Carbon tablet is set to tout the latest Android Ice Cream Sandwich operating system and Google apps. It’s out later this month in a variety of sizes, including a 7-inch model to vie for attention alongside the new Google Nexus 7. 



Thursday 5 July 2012

Sky Go and Sky Sports app for Android, iOS gets juicy feature updates

I’m out of the office today but here’s your Tech fix for today though.

Sky Go and Sky Sports app for Android, iOS gets juicy feature updates

The Sky Go app for iOS and Android, and Sky Sports app for iPad have been a godsend for many, helping Sky subscribers catch up on missed shows and live sport on-the-go. Now both apps have been updated with extra on-demand content from new channels, a new way to watch F1 races and Ice Cream Sandwich support for Android users. Read on for more info on the extra channels and features.

Wednesday 4 July 2012

Don’t ever be lost indoors with Google indoors maps for Android

Google indoor maps for Android smartphones hits UK

Some like Google Maps and some don’t, well’s there a new addition coming and its called Google indoor maps at the moment only for Android devices though. It will work in various places such as shopping centres, train stations and airports in either London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Birmingham.

Samsung EX2F camera delivers professional performance

Time for today’s guest post handpicked by me. Samsung EX2F camera delivers professional performance

The Samsung EX2F is the company’s latest digital camera and funnily enough is successor to the EX1. Among its new features is an added Wi-Fi capability for sharing photos on the web directly from the camera and a wider f/1.8 aperture for faster shutter speeds and better performance in low-light conditions. It’s one of the largest aperture you’ll find on any compact camera.

Tuesday 3 July 2012

Upgrade to Windows 8 for only £25

Microsoft reveal bargain Windows 8 upgrade pricing!

Microsoft in a blog post have confirmed the pricing for their next OS which is set to be released in this Autumn and its good news. The upgrade will only cost £25 for a limited period though for current Windows users who use either Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7. Keep reading for more info.

Samsung WB100 16-Megapixel bridge camera that won’t throw a wobbly

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Samsung WB100 16-Megapixel bridge camera that won’t throw a wobbly

Samsung has added another bridge camera to its ranks in the form of the Samsung WB100. Designed with budding photo enthusiasts in mind, this 16-megapixel sensor camera comes with 26x optical zoom lens to help you get closer to the action. More WB100 details this way.

Monday 2 July 2012

Nike is keeping an eye on your fitness again with Nike+ Training and Basketball iPhone apps

Nike+ Training and Nike+ Basketball iPhone apps pair up with stat-tracking shoes

Nike is not getting bored and is continuing to monitor your fitness with some brand new Nike+ Training and Basketball iPhone apps. Buy the Nike Lunar trainers and track your fitness. The shoe manufacturing company have also released a Basketball app letting you measure just how high that slam dunk goes.