Ben Crompton News Archive

Tell us your PC fails and win a HP mini 311 netbook

To many people computers are a mystery. It’s a good job that the more IT literate amongst you are around to help friends and family with home computer issues. Despite the smiling countenance and stiff upper lip of the technology bod every now and then a situation...

Weekly news roundup: Windows Phone 7 Series guide, Android: reasons to switch and more

Want to know what's been hot in the world of technology and gadgets this week?

It's been pretty phone heavy in the roundup this week as we've covered a whole host of news relating to the Android and upcoming Windows Phone 7 Series platform.

To start us...

Microsoft launches Messenger-themed mobile

We're slightly curious as to Microsoft's thinking behind this latest branded phone, the Messenger Edition 251, as you'd have thought it would have its hands full at the moment as it counts down to the launch of Windows Phone 7 Series in around 9 months time.

HP Slate priced and dated

It appears that the Spanish site Clipset has revealed both pricing and some rough dates for HP's new Slate device, which was first announced at CES.

Pricing has been set at the 400 euro ($550) mark, which compared to the iPad's now confirmed $499 price point,...

Google Buzz widget comes to Android

Google Buzz, the social networking service, which initially met with a degree of scepticism from some corners of the Web, is now available as an official Android app.

The Google Buzz widget for Android will allow you to bombard family, friends and work colleagues...

Tech deals: Metro 2033 launches on Xbox for under £35

Having covered Metro 2033 in a First Look review back in February and seeing as the game is now available to buy, we thought we'd try and hunt out a decent deal for the post-apocalyptic FPS.

Metro 2033 looks to be an absolute cracker with our reviewer stating...

Daily news roundup: Best Android apps, WP7S: all you need to know and more

Want to know what's been hot in the world of technology and gadgets today? In the roundup today we have some tasty phone-related content that is sure to keep any mobile buff happy for the rest of the evening.

To start you off, sit back with a cup of tea and take...

Tech deals: Canon PowerShot S90 £315 at Amazon

After reviewing the Canon PowerShot S90 back in November last year, it was clear that the device was really top-notch if a tad on the expensive side for a compact camera - with a £440 RRP.

So when we spotted the device at Amazon.co.uk less than 5 months since...

Daily news roundup: God of War III review, Xobni Mobile for BlackBerry and more

Want to know what's been hot in the world of technology and gadgets today? In our rip-roaring roundup today we have plenty for you to get your teeth into, with a liberal sprinkling of technology and gadget news and a large dollop of reviews for good measure.

As...

Avatar becomes fastest selling DVD ever at Play.com

Avatar has beaten off previous efforts from Mamma Mia and The Dark Knight to become Play.com’s biggest selling DVD ever.

We brought you news of the box office spectacular Avatar going on pre-order on the 16 March, since then it has sold five times as...

New Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker pack announced

A new limited edition Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker Entertainment Pack has been announced, and it'll be hitting the US and Canada on 8 June, to coincide with the launch of the game.

Previously announced for MGS fans in Japan, the US and Canada offering will...

Tech deals: Groupola's £5 million online giveaway

Back in February we covered the launch of Groupola.com, a website which attempts to harness the idea of "group buying", in order to give users some decent discounts on good things to "see, eat and buy" in a given area.

As an incentive to sign up, Mark Pearson,...

Daily news roundup: HTC HD3, Samsung Slate and more

Want to know what's been hot in the world of technology and gadgets today?

Top phone news comes into the news roundup today, especially relevant for anyone excited about the new range of Windows Phone 7 Series handsets - despite the fact they won't be getting...

Avatar goes on pre-order

Avatar, the big 3D hit of 2009, has gone on pre-order meaning you can count down the days before its release and be safe in the knowledge that you'll have a copy winging its way to you.

Available on both DVD and Blu-ray, Avatar will go on sale to the masses...

Tech deals: LG HD TV £270 from ebay

The LG M2794DP is currently on sale from ebay for a very reasonable £269.98 - not only is it cheap as chips, but it should be happy being used as either a monitor or TV for displaying any high definition content.

This 27-inch effort will deliver a 1920 x 1080...

Daily news roundup: Apple iPad, the Android switch and more

Want to know what's been hot in the world of technology and gadgets today?

For all the top technology news and reviews of the day you're in the the right place, so sit back and relax as we take you through a few of today's most-read stories in the daily news roundup.

First...

Pocket-lint mobile deals: BlackBerry Bold, HTC Hero and more

With so many mobile phones available and so many deals to compare how do you know you've got the right one? We've set up a mobile deals and prices site called Pocket-lint Mobiles to bring you the best deals from around the Web, which should help you choose the right one.

Weekly news roundup: HTC Legend, iPhone 4G, PlayStation "Move" and more

Want to know what's been hot in the world of technology and gadgets this week?

Whether it's been a week of highs and lows; ups or downs, one thing you can be sure of is that Pocket-lint will be bringing you the latest news and reviews from the world of technology...

Tech deals: Virgin Mobile Nokia 1661 under £15 at Tesco

Cheap phones are not to everyones' taste, but if you're one of those who'd prefer to keep their pride and joy safe at home with a warm blanket and some Ovaltine, then the Virgin Mobile Nokia 1661 could well do as a workhorse on nights out.

The phone is on sale...

Daily news roundup: Sony Move, iPhone 4G and more

Want to know what's been hot in the world of technology and gadgets today?

In the news roundup today the top spot belongs to Sony as it makes its play into the motion controller market with the "Move", which appears slightly reminiscent of the Wiimote only darker...

Mobility Bridge offers new way of using your mobile

A new innovation is in the works which allows those with conditions that affect movement, posture and co-ordination to effectively operate mobile phones and computer technology.

Called the Mobility Bridge, the device has two methods of operation: one uses a...

Tech deals: Final Fantasy XIII for under £35

With the recent release of Final Fantasy XIII you're probably chomping at the bit to grab yourself a copy, so we're here to help and point you in the right direction so you don't pay over the odds.

From what we've seen most online retailers are hovering around...

Daily news roundup: Sony signs up with major studios, Final Fantasy XIII review and more

Want to know what's been hot in the world of technology and gadgets today? Stories coming in from the world of technology a gadgets today encompass gaming, cameras, social media and more.

First up is the news that Sony has signed a deal with major Hollywood studios...

Tech deals: Nikon Coolpix L100 under £180 from Amazon

Having reviewed the Nikon Coolpix L100 back in April last year and been suitably impressed we were pleased to see that the Nikon compact camera is now available from Amazon for £179.98, seeing a drop in price of around £60 from its original £240 RRP.

The L100...

Vodafone to slash another 500 jobs

It seems that Vodafone still has some way to go as far as cost saving measures as it is set to announce 500 job cuts from its Newbury headquarters.

After Vodafone shed 500 jobs last year Newbrarians working for the mobile giant could be forgiven for hoping that...