Friday, 14 October 2011

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 bring you news on the suspected Sony PSN hack, a new smartphone from Samsung, a new date for the Samsung and Google nexus prime launch, a brand new Wii and finally budget-friendly tablet news.

Apple adding movie streaming to iCloud

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iCloud has only just launched as part of iOS 5 but Apple may already be trying to extend its functionality by adding movie streaming. The Wall Street Journal and the LA Times are both reporting rumours that Apple is negotiating with Hollywood studios to license films for streaming from iCloud.

Thursday, 13 October 2011

UPDATE: BlackBerry problems continue

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On Monday RIM, the company behind BlackBerry suffered an unexplained glitch which cut off many BlackBerry services in four continents including Europe and Africa. Plus, it has now horribly spread to the US.

Preview the all new Xbox 360 dashboard now!

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Xbox 360 users from November 25th will receive a brand new interface and much more functionality to your dashboard promising to change the way you use your Xbox 360. Do you want to be the first to test it out? If so you can now sign up to the exclusive preview programme.

Wednesday, 12 October 2011

iCloud goes live!

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Apple have now allowed users to log in with their Apple IDs at www.iCloud.com to take a sneak peak of the interface and a tour round the iCloud.

Tuesday, 11 October 2011

Samsung are to rival Apple with a new device called the Galaxy S Wi-Fi

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An iPod Touch was designed for many reasons, one was so users could have a sneak peek of what big brother  (iPhone) actually holds. It gives you a front and rear camera, access to the app store, a media player obviously and games. Its acts as an ‘inbetweener’ between a tablet and smartphone. Now, Samsung are to enter the competition with the Galaxy S W-Fi.

Monday, 10 October 2011

YouTube movie rentals finally come to UK

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Nothing on the telly? YouTube may have what you need – and for once you won’t be restricted to watching funny cat videos or clips of people falling off things. Google has rolled out its YouTube movie rental service in the UK for the first time.

Pro Evolution Soccer 2012 free DLC brings teams up to date

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Footy game FIFA 12 may have already found its way into stores and consoles across the country, but for those biding their time for Pro Evolution Soccer 2012 – there’s good news. A free download will bring over 160 teams up to date by the time it arrives here in the UK. Will Arsenal be rubbish? Will Wayne Rooney have hair? Read on to find out what’s in the update.

Friday, 7 October 2011

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 Android Ice Cream news, a LEAK on the Ultrabook, a new service from BT Openreach and news from ASUS on a brand new motherboard.

Samsung Galaxy or Nexus Prime? Specs revealed, launch delayed! (UPDATE)

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The Nexus Prime, also thought to be known as the Samsung Galaxy, is the rumoured new entry in Google’s line of ‘official’ Android phone. A set of specs has been leaked for the new device, which this time comes from Samsung. Packing the Ice Cream update it could well be here next week!

Thursday, 6 October 2011

New TV services heading to Xbox 360: Catch up on The Gadget Show from your console

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Microsoft has announced that a number of TV channels and on-demand services are heading Xbox 360 consoles. Combined with the already announced Bing voice search functionality, the latest update will see the Xbox 360 move a step closer to becoming, not just a console, but the entertainment hub of the home. Read on to see which channels the UK will be getting, and what it all means for the console.

Steve Jobs, age 56 dies.

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Steve Jobs has sadly died at the age of just 56 years old after a long battle of cancer. He goes leaving behind his wife and a loving family, his legacy not forgetting all of you Steve Jobs fans out there.

Wednesday, 5 October 2011

Apple iPod Touch fifth-gen unveiled!

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More Apple news but this time its all about the brand new iPod Touch now in white as well. Included in the fifth-gen is the brand new OS from Apple, iO5 featured in Apple’s brand new iPhone 4S. With a claim of 200 new features  including “advanced camera features” and a new notification centre storing all your messages and app alerts in one place.

iPhone 4S raises the bar for mobile gaming

imageFinally revealed last night, Apple’s iPhone 4S isn’t just a better phone than the original iPhone 4 – it’s also a better gaming device – with graphics able to run up to seven times faster thanks to a new A5 chip. Gaming on the mobile phone has never looked better says Apple. Should Sony and Nintendo be worried? Read on for more iPhone 4S gaming details.

Apple iPhone 4S is launched!

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Yesterday saw the launch of Apple’s very much anticipated iPhone 4S. So you may have gathered that yes there is no Apple iPhone 5 on the horizon this year. Hot new features loaded on the iPhone 4S though is a brand new voice recognition feature called Siri plus an improved A5 dual-core processor coming with the same good old Apple iPhone 4 design.

Tuesday, 4 October 2011

New Apple iPod Nano announced!

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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.

Xbox 360 New Xbox Experience dashboard revamp exposed in video leak

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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

LG Optimus LTE takes on Samsung Galaxy S II 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

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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.