Today Apple announced an all new iPod Nano and in the new release you will find an updated user interface, multi-touch features, an integrated clip always handy for sports, new fitness functions and an FM radio.
Tuesday, 4 October 2011
Xbox 360 New Xbox Experience dashboard revamp exposed in video leak
Xbox 360 New Xbox Experience dashbaord revamp exposed in video leak Next month, Xbox 360 owners will be waking up to a new look dashboard, in a slick update releasing on November 15. But those who cannot wait till then, someone has posted what looks like a leaked video of the new-look homescreen in action. Is it what you expected? Read on to find out.
LG Optimus LTE vs Samsung Galaxy S2 HD LTE
We only heard about the hot Samsung Galaxy S2 HD LTE last week and now LG have come up with an alternative called the Optimus LTE.
Monday, 3 October 2011
On the way could be Nokia’s first Windows Phone handset
Mango is now live and I’ve got details for you on the first Nokia handset to feature the latest OS from Microsoft, Mango. Its rumoured to be called the Nokia Ace and some would say that it is ‘ace’ indeed with specs lined up including a 4.3 inch AMOLED display, an 8Mp Carl Zeiss camera and built in HSPA+ connectivity.
Friday, 30 September 2011
ALL NEW Friday Top 5 Round-Up: Everything I’ve missed out on this week
Brand new feature to the blog is the Friday Round-Up which is where I bring you the Tech news that I’ve missed out on throughout the week. However, obviously not all of it because that would just be impossible!
This week I’m bringing you MeeGo news, a definition and more of the Chrome Zone, a tablet attached to a bicycle, 3D news and an apology from Nikon.
Firefox 8 is now available to download in beta
Mozilla have released a beta version of their next version of the open source web browser, Firefox 8.
Thursday, 29 September 2011
Kindle Fire: Why Amazon's tablet is not coming to the UK
Amazon overhauled the Kindle range this week, but it also made one vital, shock announcement – that the new Kindle Fire will only be going on sale in the US for now. We really wanted the Fire to launch over here as well – join us after the break to find out why it hasn’t.
The new Kindle from Amazon is revealed!
The brand new Amazon Kindle Fire is finally unveiled and it looks promising. Its guaranteed to bring you a colour 7 inch display screen and arrive on the market as a crossover between the tablet and eReader.
Wednesday, 28 September 2011
Apple iPhone 5 launch invites sent out!
The Apple iPhone 5 is finally on its way! There have been hundreds of rumours so far, but now the launch invites have been sent out, and the wait is very nearly over. As already suggested, Apple is holding its next press event on the 4th October – join us after the break to find out more.
Tuesday, 27 September 2011
Amazon Kindle Fire tablet set to launch tomorrow!
We’ve been waiting for Amazon’s Kindle tablet for some time now, but it’s launch could be just around the corner. The latest rumours claim the Amazon tablet will be called the Kindle Fire, and it could launch tomorrow. Join us after the break to find out more.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 to hit the shops in October?
It’s only been a few weeks since Samsung announced the Galaxy Tab 8.9 tablet, but already the new Android gadget is available for pre-order. Likely to hit the shops soon after, it looks like Samsung is trying to sell as many tablets as possible before any possible sales restrictions following the South Korean’s legal battles with Apple.
Monday, 26 September 2011
Samsung Galaxy S II HD LTE offers 1280 x 800 pixel screen!
With over ten million people already owning a Samsung Galaxy S II, Samsung has forged ahead with its next step for global domination – the amazing Samsung Galaxy S II HD LTE. Although it’s not blessed with the catchiest of names, and looks pretty identical to the outgoing S II, the Galaxy S II HD LTE features an outstanding specification that’s sure to get gadget lovers dribbling!
Friday, 23 September 2011
BRAND NEW Friday Top 5 Round-Up: Everything I’ve missed out on this week
Brand new feature to The Daily Tech Review is the Friday Round-Up which is where I bring you the Tech news that I’ve missed out on throughout the week. However, obviously not all of it because that would just be impossible!
Microsoft set to launch Mango before iOS 5?
It’s looking increasingly likely that Apple will launch its next-gen iPhone and iOS 5 in the next couple of weeks, and Microsoft doesn’t want to be left behind. As such, the software giant is readying Mango – the latest version of Windows Phone, and it could also be here at the beginning of October.
Thursday, 22 September 2011
nVidia working on 5-core tablets!
We were only just getting used to the idea of dual and quad-core tablets, with few software developers really taking full advantage of the hardware on offer. Despite that, nVidia is prepping a 5-core chip, with the next generation of tablets looking incredibly powerful.
Apple iPhone 5, October 13th release date LEAKED?
At the moment there are so many rumours floating around on the Internet about Apple’s next edition of their popular smartphone that its unreal but network provider, AT&T may have just leaked on their website the 13th October launch date for the iPhone 5.
Wednesday, 21 September 2011
All new BBC Homepage has officially launched in beta today
The BBC have recently given a few online services a brand new look and bought them into 2011 in style including a new BBC Radio homepage plus to name one more a spanking new BBC Radio 1 website. All are currently in the beta process at the moment but do look pretty awesome as they are!
Tuesday, 20 September 2011
LG Optimus LTE sports most advanced display yet!
Details of LG’s latest smartphone – the LG Optimus LTE, or LU6200 – have been leaked, and it looks like being one of the most advanced handsets yet. With the sharpest screen we’ve heard of, coupled with a powerful processor and decent camera, it could be one of the best smartphones to hit the market.
The girly, purple HTC Rhyme smartphone is launched!
Monday, 19 September 2011
Friday, 16 September 2011
Archos G9 Android tablet available for pre-order
The Archos G9 is an Android-based tablet, offering a decent spec sheet and styling that doesn’t look like just another Apple iPad clone. The G9 was first announced back in June, but it’s set to be available for pre-order in the next few days.
Thursday, 15 September 2011
HTC to release a smartphone targeted at just girls?
Rumours suggest that HTC could be planning on releasing a smartphone targeting just women and looks to be called the HTC Rhyme. Hmm, a little sexist!
Wednesday, 14 September 2011
HTC Sensation XE is HTC's first Beats Audio smartphone!
The Sensation XE is the latest Android smartphone from HTC, offering a 4.3-inch touchscreen display and speakers made by Beats Audio. With other features including a 1.5GHz processor, it has Samsung’s Galaxy S II firmly in its sights.
Sony PlayStation Vita gets December launch date!
It’s not been that long since we first saw photographs and specs of the Sony PlayStation Vita, but already the compact handheld has got a launch date. With a range of titles also decided on for the launch, it looks like being an exciting end to the year.
Tuesday, 13 September 2011
Microsoft shows us what’s in store for Windows 8 at the BUILD conference
They’ve done it, Microsoft have officially confirmed what we can expect to see in the next edition of Windows and its very different to current OS, Windows 7 in terms of interface and feel. Microsoft have gone that little bit further and also made it user friendly for not just desktop and laptops but also tablets and televisions.
Samsung have got the scoop of the Windows 8 tablets for developers
Monday, 12 September 2011
Samsung announces two brand new Windows Phone 7 Mango smartphones
Samsung today have revealed their brand new range of Windows Phone 7 Mango smartphones. The beauties are called the Samsung Focus S and the Focus Flash. Plus, on top of that the company have also said that a WP7.5 (Windows Phone 7.5) update for older models is queued for later this autumn.
Football Manager 2012 hits the shops on October 21st!
A new version of Football Manager is usually one of the highlights of the year for gamers who prefer sports titles, and Football Manager 2012 is the latest version to launch. It’s set to hit the shops on October 21st; join us after the break to find out more.
Friday, 9 September 2011
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Are Samsung dubbed to launch the first ever Windows 8 tablet next week?
Computing on the move is getting more popular by the day and with Microsoft’s next Windows OS to be released next year codenamed Windows 8 could this be a new era for Windows and the tablet? Reports claim that the Windows 8 will be much more touchscreen friendly than Windows 7.
Thursday, 8 September 2011
nVdia are working on quad-core processors to get the best speed out of your tablet
Tablets are very much becoming more popular by the minute with companies launching their own tablets all over the place such as Samsung and Asus. However, one thing that they can lack is speed so nVdia have taken a note of that and are now working on building quad-core processors for tablets set to launch later this year.
Wednesday, 7 September 2011
HP TouchSmart 520 all-in-one PC launched!
HP may have pulled products like the TouchPad tablet from the market recently, but that hasn’t stopped the company from releasing a new all-in-one PC to go head-to-head with Apple’s iMac. Called the HP TouchSmart 520, this budget desktop machine features a 23-inch display.
Apple Thunderbolt display set to hit the shops
It’s been quite a while since Apple announced its Thunderbolt-enabled LED Cinema Display, but the stunning screen is finally looking ready to hit the shops. Measuring in at 27 inches, we’d absolutely love to have one to go alongside our MacBook Pro.
Tuesday, 6 September 2011
Stylish Vita Audio DAB radio now available in red
DAB radios have come a long way in the past few years, switching from incredibly high-end technology that cost a lot of money, to cheap and cheerful designs that can brighten up any home. The Vita Audio R1 MkII portable DAB radio is a great example, and is now available in bright red.
Sony PSP e1000 targets younger users. Really young users!
In contrast to the host of recent feature-packed games consoles, Sony took the confusing decision to strip it’s latest PSP of some rather key features – such as Wi-Fi. The Japanese company now claims that it’s a bid to attract younger users, but will it work?
Nokia N9 hits Mexico, still no UK release!
Monday, 5 September 2011
Amazon Kindle tablet specs detailed!
The idea of a proper tablet – rather than just an eReader – from Kindle has been floating around for quite a while. Full details of the tablet have now cropped up, and it’s not quite looking like the iPad and Galaxy Tab killer we were hoping for.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 goes AWOL following Apple injunction
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 was only announced last week, but already the compact tablet is facing issues. With Apple winning an injunction against the South Korean company, the Galaxy Tab 7.7 actually disappeared from the floor at IFA over the past few days, and also went AWOL from Samsung’s German website.
EA slashes prices for iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad games!
Electronic Arts has already developed some of the most successful and fun games on the Apple iPhone and iPad, but the company is now offering a sale on some of its best known titles. With games including Battlefield: Bad Company 2, FIFA 11 and Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3, among others, now available for pennies, it’s a great time to buy some new games for your Apple.
Friday, 2 September 2011
IFA 2011: The Latest News
IFA, the world’s largest consumer Technology show is back for its 51st time in Berlin, Germany for five days of Tech madness.
Thursday, 1 September 2011
Deezer is coming to the UK in September
Wednesday, 31 August 2011
Sky and Sainsburys team up to create Apple iPad mayhem!
Not content with being the dominant force when it comes to watching sports at home or in the pub, broadcaster Sky has got a trick up its sleeve that it hopes will see the man (or sports fanatic) of the house suddenly offer to do the weekly shop. The company is trying out a trolly-mounted iPad dock in specific Sainsburys stores, and it could be one of the most annoying inventions yet!
Samsung Wave phones at IFA 2011: A trio of Bada phones to suit all needs
Yesterday marked the first day of IFA 2011 – one of the biggest international trade shows – and Samsung was the first major company out of the blocks. The South Korean giant released a number of new products, with a trio of Bada 2.0-powered smartphones leading the line.
All new 4oD is rolled out from Channel 4
Channel 4 has finally thought its time that their catch-up service, 4oD is put back into the competition with a new look and feel which the broadcaster promises is much more than just an ordinary “catch-up” service.
Tuesday, 30 August 2011
Tetris makes a comeback on Android, and this time it's free!
Among a host of other announcements today, games developer Electronic Arts proudly revealed that you’ll now be able to get Tetris on your Android smartphone for free, irritating yet frustratingly catchy music included.
Friday, 26 August 2011
Bad 3G coverage exposed by the BBC
Update.
The BBC undertook a survey around a month ago which tested 3G reception out and about around the UK. All you had to do was own an Android smartphone and download an app which was later criticised for eating up your juice. The makers, Epitiro later threw out a hotfix update to remove that minor issue.
HTC’s first ever Windows Mango smartphone could possibly be called the HTC Radar
Source: TechRadar
Leaked onto the Internet today were press shots of HTC Radar now possibly longer called the HTC Omega. The smartphone comes intact with Windows’ new OS, Mango and this could be one of the smartphones that HTC unveil on September 1st.
Thursday, 25 August 2011
Channel 4 gets personal with 4oD relaunch
Channel 4 is all set to relaunch its on-demand service at the end of the month, with 4oD getting a significant makeover.
Featured: Samsung Galaxy S, W, Y, M smartphones unwrapped
Samsung has launched four new Android phones and, in the process has let us know its new classification system for handsets in the Galaxy range. The Samsung Galaxy range will consist of four models S, W, Y and M. Read on to find out all about the four new devices.
Featured: The Nokia 600, 700 and 701 in full
Nokia has launched the new and latest Symbian OS, Belle designed to be keypad free plus a whole load of new features. Along with the new OS comes three new touchscreen smartphones. Here’s a little about them all:
Wednesday, 24 August 2011
Sony S1 becomes Sony Tablet S for mid-September launch
Sony will release its first Android tablet, the Tablet S in the middle of next month. Sure, we love our Apple iPad but this Android tablet has all the hallmarks of being the one to steal the thunder from Apple.
Motorola vs BlackBerry with the FIRE
Motorola are set to launch a budget-friendly Android smartphone this September which could very much be mistaken for a BlackBerry handset and this is what Victoria McManus, Motorola’s UK marketing boss had to say about the new and upcoming smartphone: