Toshiba Satellite P885 glasses-free 3D makes your laptop go pop

Glasses-free tech seems to be catching on. The latest victim of this tech craze is the Toshiba Satellite P585, which eliminates the need to wear dodgy 3D specs to see images come at you. If you don’t care about 3D, there’s a lot more to the Toshiba Satellite P885. It boasts HD skills, Harman Kardon speakers and more.

All the news from the Apple iPad 3 launch event in San Francisco

Apple today announced in San Francisco the new iPad 3 sporting a high-res screen, 4G connectivity and an improved camera.

Active video games offer children no “public health benefit” says study

The increase in motion-controlled video games that came with the current generation of consoles has transformed the way many of us play. Some would say that we’re now more active, healthy gamers as a result. But not everyone feels the same. A study has revealed that active games are no more healthy than inactive games. Are virtual exercisers wasting their time?

Facebook Messenger hits Windows

Facebook Messenger for Windows has finally gone official, letting Windows using Facebook fans chat using a desktop client. It means you won’t have to visit the Facebook website to get your chat on. It comes with all the bells and whistles of the main version, with extra convenience. We can also look forward to a Mac version later this year. More this way.

Windows Phone to get itself a 41Mp camera with the help of Nokia

Last week Nokia revealed that it would release a new smartphone carrying a 41Mp camera! However, when it was announced last week news was that it would run on an older OS, Nokia Belle. This didn’t make sense at all with the firm partnering up with Microsoft however don’t worry because the company will now be passing on the tech to the Windows Phone platform as well!

Asus Eee PC Flare 1025C: pre-order this stylish budget netbook

Looking for a cheap computer that won’t break the bank? You’d do well to wait for the Asus Eee PC Flare 1025C. The 10-inch netbook has just gone up for pre-order over on online store Amazon, available in black and white and with decent enough specs to get things done on-the-move. The Asus EE PC Flare 1025C is also the first in Asus’ range to use its new “Flare” design. Still interested? Then read on…

Samsung Galaxy S3 set to launch in April?

A launch date for the Samsung Galaxy S3 has so far been elusive, but it looks like we won’t have to wait too long for one of 2012’s hottest Android phones. Rumours are pinpointing an April release for the speedy Android 4.0. If any phone can topple the iPhone 4S’ popularity, it’s the Samsung Galaxy S3.

Could there be a smaller and cheaper Apple iPad 2 on its way?

Next week will see Apple reveal all at the iPad 3 launch event but they also could be unveiling plans for a cheaper iPad, speculation is brewing and a report from Digitimes claims that the company will put on sale a 7.85-inch version of the tablet on top of the iPad 3 release. This would certainly stoop up the competition against its competitors including Amazon Kindle Fire, a large US rival and here in the UK the Samsung Galaxy Tab and the Motorola Xoom will definitely not approve.

MWC 2012 stories roundup: from Nokia’s 41-megapixel phone to the Asus Transformer Eee Pad 300

As MWC 2012 comes to an end it’s time to look back at some of the stories that made the show. The smartphone extravaganza once again proved itself as the place to witness the latest and greatest handsets, this year was no exception.

Its confirmed – 7th March is the official Apple iPad 3 launch date

Lets take a break from MWC 2012 and tell you about the Apple iPad 3 launch, its all happening on the 7th March and the invitation goes like the above.

Huawei Ascend D quad: the ‘world’s fastest’ smartphone?

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Mobile World Congress 2012 is in full swing this week and as the smartphone makers begin to step it up, Huawei has been showing that it can play hardball too. The Huawei Ascend D quad ups the stakes with what the company is claiming is the ‘world’s fastest’ smartphone.

The Sony Xperia U makes an appearance at MWC 2012

We’re back and are bringing you all the news from Spain throughout the week on the Mobile World Congress 2012

Sony have indeed got rid of the ‘Ericsson’ bit of its name and here comes the newly named Xperia U formerly known as the Sony Kumquat. It also the first ever phone to launch with the new name. Its an Android one and comes with a 3.5-inch screen, a 5Mp snapper and video recording of up to 720p HD.

Nokia breaks history with its 41Mp smartphone camera on the 808 PureView!

We’re back and are bringing you all the news from Spain throughout the week on the Mobile World Congress 2012.

Nokia have just shot up with the massive announcement that the 808 PureView will come with the one and only 41Mp camera, setting a new record beating the Nokia N8 which was the most advanced smartphone snapper on the market (not anymore for sure!)

HTC One X super Android quad-core smartphone unleashed!

We’re back and are bringing you all the news from Spain throughout the week on the Mobile World Congress 2012.

HTC has stepped it up at MWC 2012 by unveiling the HTC One X – one of the most exciting Android phones to date. The HTC One X is both incredibly fast and slick. It has a quad-core 1.5GHz Tegra 3 processor, shoots full HD video and a whopping 32GB of of storage. Those are just some of the talents. Read on for the rest.

Roku brings their players into the UK to make sure you never need to record a show again!

On-Demand content is the thing these days with BBC iPlayer, ITV Player, 4oD, Channel 5 on Demand, Netflix, LOVEFiLM and so on meaning Roku aren’t missing out!

Apple iPad 3 is predicted to be unveiled next month in San Francisco

We all love the iPad and the next edition is certainly on its way soon being expected to arrive in Apple style at an event in San Francisco next month. Obviously, the release date to shops is being kept under wraps however if you remember the iPad 2 did pop up in to retailers just one week after it was unveiled so maybe we can expect the same thing to happen again for the iPad 3. Who knows?

Kodak to stop making digital cameras and camcorders

Sad times for fans of Kodak camera fans. The famous camera company has announced that it will soon stop making compact cameras or camcorders. The news comes after Kodak filed for bankruptcy last month. Kodak will instead focus on “more profitable growth opportunities.”

PS Vita 3G deal throws in free WipEout 2048!

PS Vita owners in-waiting! Ahead of the February 22nd UK launch, Vodafone has finally revealed its 3G price plan. And as if to tempt gaming fans further, Vodafone is throwing in a free copy of WipEout 2048 into the bargain.

A mid-range Android smartphone from Motorola out soon

Mobile World Congress is coming up soon and Motorola thought that they better get in there fast with a brand new smartphone, Motoluxe acting as a mid-range Android smartphone packing an 8Mp camera and a VGA front-facing camera for video calls.

Olympus OM-D-E-M5 DLSR: When retro and modern collide

The Olympus OM-D-E-M5 is Olympus’ latest micro four thirds camera, primed to hit the shops in April. Inspired by classic camera design, the Olympus OM-D-E-M5 has a retro feel to it and some brilliant specs for serious photography fans.

LG Fantasy is back with a new name and a handful of rumoured specs

An  mid-entry level Windows smartphone is on its way, this was first leaked last December with the name ‘Fantasy’ however we now expect it to be called the LG Miracle featuring a 1GHz snapdragon processor plus a 4-inch NOVA display says Pocketnow.

Nokia Lumia 800 goes white this March

We saw the Nokia Lumia 800 be announced in an array of colours last year apart from white so now Nokia have confirmed that one is on its way. Plus, it will be hitting shops this March with contracts starting up at £20.50 per month.

Vimeo Windows Phone app hits Windows Marketplace

Window Phone users, great news! Vimeo has finally released an app just for you, available for free on the Windows Marketplace. It’s no stripped down version, either – letting you do all the HD video uploading, browsing and sharing that you would on the desktop site. Read on to learn more about what the YouTube alternative can do on Windows Phone…

Sony’s PSN is getting a name change in the next update

Sony have just announced that all PlayStation Network accounts will no longer be called the above and instead named Sony Entertainment accounts. The company have explained that the reason for this change is to simply put gaming with other entertainment and media services offered by the Japanese company.

Windows Phone 8’s exciting future has LEAKED onto the web

A promotional video featuring Windows Phone product manager, Joe Belifore has made its way onto the Internet. The new OS certainly plans to take on competitors such as Apple and Android through many new features include multi-core processors and larger sized resolutions. 

Samsung NX200 i-Function camera goes old school

While some camera-makers are keen to show off the latest in modern-styled tech, Samsung is handing over the reigns of modern design to add a retro twist to some of its own shooter range.

Metal Compass Xappr is gunning for your iPhone and Android phone

 

 

Shooting games on mobile phones never really quite manage to replicate that console feeling. Aiming down the crosshairs on a mobile phone just feels unnatural. Maybe if your iPhone or Android device looked like a gun, that would solve it, right?

Sky launches new internet TV service for non-subscribers!

Sky TV has revealed plans to launch a new internet TV service letting even those who do not subscribe to any of Sky’s many packages watch shows at any time. Users will be able to watch the shows from any device from the computer to the smartphone.

Panasonic Lumix ZS20 the world’s thinnest 20x zoom camera

Panasonic has entered the realm of gadget record-breakers with the Panasonic Lumix ZS20 digital compact camera. Panasonic claims it is the world’s thinnest 20x zoom camera.

Samsung Galaxy S Advance comes promising high-end specs

Samsung are just one of the big manufacturers with new smartphones on the way for the upcoming Mobile Congress 2012 and included is the Samsung Galaxy S Advance offering to deliver high-end specs at an average price.

Sony outs stylish Cyber-shot trio: DSC-WX50, WX70, TX200V

Not letting the advancement of super-snapping camera-phones lessen its enthusiasm, Sony has outed a trio of stylish compact cameras with the sort of features still to make it to the mobile phone.

Nokia Lumia 910 is LEAKED with a 4.3-inch screen and a 12Mp snapper

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Are you looking to upgrade your smartphone? This one might just be the one for you, its called the Lumia 910 and has been leaked on a Dutch retailers website called Typhone revealing a full spec of the upcoming smartphone from Nokia.

Samsung Star 3 and Star 3 DUOS for twice the dual-SIM fun

One of the things about going on holiday abroad is wondering whether to take a spare holiday phone, or arrange for temporary changes to your services.

LG Prada Phone 3.0 to turn heads in February

The LG Prada Phone 3.0 may have been initially announced back in December and tipped for a January 2012 UK release date. But, where is it? It’s coming, but not till next month. T-Mobile has confirmed that it will be arriving in the UK over the curse of the next couple of weeks.

Nike + FuelBand encourages slouches to get fit

The Nike+ FuelBand is the sports company’s latest dabble in the world of fitness tech. It’s a wristband that tracks wearers daily activity, recording vital stats such as time spent on-the-move, calories, steps treaded and what Nike is calling NikeFuel.

LOVEFiLM comes to LG Smart TVs

In the continuing battle between LOVEFiLM and Netflix, LOVEFiLM, has announced that its film and TV subscription streaming is coming to LG Smart TVs.

New Asus Transformer Prime TF700 laptop out this summer

The Asus Eee Pad Transformer Prime tablet that thinks it’s a laptop may have only recently gone on sale, yet already a successor has been announced. That said, we will have to wait until the summer before we can get our hands on it.

SpareOne mobile phone runs on an AA battery

The SpareOne looks like a toy but is in fact a clever mobile phone designed to work on just a single AA battery, should your regular mobile phone run out of power, or become misplaced.

Check out the world’s first self-healing iPhone case!

Anyone who has ever dropped their Apple iPhone 4 or iPhone 4S will already know just how badly its glass exterior can cope with a nasty fall. With this in mind we draw attention to Nissan. The car company has developed the Nissan Scratch Shield iPhone case.

Samsung SUR40 Microsoft Surface table is now heading to homes

CES 2012 was a place to see both the gadgets we’ll soon be owning, and those gadgets that we wish we could. Among the tech on our optimistic wish-list is the Samsung SUR40 – a 40-inch multi-touch tabletop.

Now watch your favourite ABC TV shows back in the UK

We recently saw Netflix launch in the UK offering firm competition so company, LOVEFiLM have taken it upon themselves to introduce American TV series to the online TV and Film platform for customers living in the UK.

Extend PlayStation Vita battery life by up to three times

Next month sees the release of the Sony PS Vita. Ahead of its February 22nd store date, video game accessory maker Nyko has been revealing its latest goodies for the new portable console.

Lightest smartphone from Motorola on its way, called the XT615

Smartphones are progressing  by the day and everyone seems to want one so Motorola have decided to not miss out and bring out a new range of light smartphones such as the one above, the Motorola XT615.

Facebook Messenger on Windows desktop

Do you like chatting to your friends on Facebook? Do you like keeping up-to-date with your friends activities 24/7? Well, if that’s your sort of thing you can now continue doing it but on your desktop with the spanking new Facebook Messenger desktop app.

Microsoft look to release Windows Phone Apollo late 2012

 

Soon as Tango sets off Microsoft will launch Apollo which is the latest update to Windows Phone.

2.7 million emails leaked onto the Web by Anonymous Company

A hacker group going by the name of Anonymous has stolen 2.7 million emails from the US Security Firm, Stratfor and have threatened to publish them all onto the Internet.

Brand new Facebook ‘suggested events’ available now

Are you not sure what to do today? If that’s the case don’t worry because Facebook can now ‘suggest’ to you what to spend your day doing whether its popping to the cinema or shooting off to a party in the evening. This is updating the current Facebook events tab which currently only informs you of events coming up.

Sony Ericsson will show off the 13Mp smartphone, LT28at at CES 2012.

With Sony Ericsson in risk this week of losing its ‘Ericsson’ part of its name comes a brand new ‘super phone’ expected to launch intact with a 13Mp camera, a 4.55-inch HD 720p Reality Display Screen plus a front facing snapper and LTE compatibility on board. On top of all of that it will be Bluetooth certified however not with the latest 3.0 but instead 2.1, a little disappointed compared to the rest of the hot specs. 

Mozilla team up with Google once again

Just shortly announced by Mozilla is a brand new search deal which sees themselves and Google stick together for another three years.

Recently, there was some worry that Google wouldn’t sign on the dotted line now having their own very successful browser called Chrome.

As we all know Mozilla is an open source browser gaining no financial support and relying on Google for income. Furthermore, if they didn’t have Google on side Mozilla would struggle to keep Firefox on the market.

Go and grab 50% off Xbox 360 games now

Microsoft have contributed to your New Year warm-up by giving you 50% of particular Xbox 360 games until 2nd January 2012 only.