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  • LG Optimus 3D 2, a thinner 3D Android phone incoming. Phones, Mobile phones, LG, LG Optimus 3D 2, Rumours, MWC2012, LG Optimus 3D Max 0

    LG Optimus 3D 2, a thinner 3D Android phone incoming

    CX2 leaked 23 January 2012 16:16 GMT

    We knew that LG would be releasing a second version of their Optimus 3D handset, because LG's Dr Noh told us so in September of last year. 

    Now images and details have found their way onto Pocketnow.com, following the appearance of the new...

  • LG X3 leak suggests predictable Tegra 3 and HD display  . Phones, Mobile phones, LG, LG X3, Rumours, MWC2012, Android 0

    LG X3 leak suggests predictable Tegra 3 and HD display

    Expect confirmation in February 23 January 2012 12:55 GMT

    The next generation of LG Android smartphone, going under the codename of X3, has been revealed, suggesting a quad-core Nvidia Tegra 3 chipset and high definition display will be amongst the new hardware from the Korean manufacturer.

    The details...

  • Pentax K-01 compact system camera to offer APS-C sensor?. Cameras, Compact system cameras, Pentax, Rumours 0

    Pentax K-01 compact system camera to offer APS-C sensor?

    Rumour suggests February launch 19 January 2012 21:39 GMT

    Pextax is set to join the compact system camera race, if rumours are to be believed. Named as the Pentax K-01, this compact system/mirrorless camera, like the recent Fujifilm X-Pro1, will feature an APS-C sized sensor.

    The Pentax K-01 will...

  • Nike+ FuelBand wants to motivate you to an active lifestyle. Sports Fitness, Nike, Nike+ FuelBand 0

    Nike+ FuelBand wants to motivate you to an active lifestyle

    Make life a sport 19 January 2012 16:28 GMT

    Nike announced a new lifestyle accessory on Thursday called the Nike+ FuelBand. The Nike+ FuelBand aims to constantly measure your movement, to motivate you to be more active in daily life.

    The new wristband uses a three-axis accelerometer...

  • APP OF THE DAY: Nando's review (iPhone/Android)

    APP OF THE DAY: Nando's review (iPhone/Android)

    Half a chicken, extra hot 18 January 2012 20:49 GMT

    Some apps are brilliant because they bring you hours of entertainment. Some apps are brilliant because they save you time, giving you access to services you need. Some apps are brilliant because Nando's peri-peri chicken tastes delicious. 

    Today's...

  • ZTE Tania brings budget Windows Phone 7 to UK. Phones, Mobile phones, ZTE, ZTE Tania, Windows Phone 7, Microsoft 0

    ZTE Tania brings budget Windows Phone 7 to UK

    4.3-inch WP handset 18 January 2012 19:48 GMT

    ZTE is launching its ZTE Tania Windows Phone 7 handset in the UK, looking to appeal to those who want to go Windows Phone without spending a packet.

    The ZTE Tania was announced in China back in September 2011, but now joins the likes of Nokia,...

  • Samsung folds Bada into open-source Tizen Project

    Samsung folds Bada into open-source Tizen Project

    Own-brand phones go open source 16 January 2012 16:48 GMT

    Samsung is merging its Bada mobile phone operating system with the Tizen Project, an open-source Linux Foundation software platform, aimed at a broad range of devices, including smartphones. "We have an effort that will merge Bada and Tizen", Tae-Jin...

  • BBC iPlayer sees record-breaking 2011, mobiles and connected TVs contribute  . BBC iPlayer, Online, Streaming, IPTV, Sherlock, Top Gear, EastEnders 0

    BBC iPlayer sees record-breaking 2011, mobiles and connected TVs contribute

    1.94 billion programmes watched 16 January 2012 0:01 GMT

    The BBC has released its BBC iStats, revealing the performance of its BBC iPlayer service in 2011 and specifically in the month of December.

    The results show that, although the vast majority of viewing takes place on computers, there has been...

  • APP OF THE DAY: Where's My Water? review (iPhone/Android)

    APP OF THE DAY: Where's My Water? review (iPhone/Android)

    Disney does it right 13 January 2012 21:55 GMT

    Ah, the humble puzzle game. Well, it isn't so humble any more as games get more and more sophisticated on our mobile devices. Today we look at a big hit from a big studio. That's right, this game harks from Walt Disney, but don't be too eager to scream...

  • Google targets Android inconsistency with Android Design

    Google targets Android inconsistency with Android Design

    Design guide for ICS 12 January 2012 21:49 GMT

    Google has launched a new site called Android Design, which aims to guide Android developers in their creation of apps to bring consistency to an OS that some have criticised for its inconsistency.

    Ice Cream Sandwich introduces a new uniform...

  • Shazam Player offers new iPhone music player, brings lyrics to life

    Shazam Player offers new iPhone music player, brings lyrics to life

    New app launched 11 January 2012 14:00 GMT

    Shazam, known for its music identification service, are moving in the to music playback arena with the launch of Shazam Player. 

    Shazam Player offers all the basic search, navigation and management of tracks, albums and playlists that you get...

  • UltraViolet gains Amazon support, sees 750,000 sign-ups in 3 months

    UltraViolet gains Amazon support, sees 750,000 sign-ups in 3 months

    CES 2012: The future of movie distribution? 11 January 2012 13:45 GMT

    UltraViolet has added another string to its bow with the announcement that Amazon has agreed to use the system for online storing and streaming movies.

    As the largest online retailer this is quite an addition to the UltraViolet system and may...

  • Wi-Fi comes to JVC Everio camcorders

    Wi-Fi comes to JVC Everio camcorders

    CES 2012: iPhone and Android apps too 11 January 2012 12:44 GMT

    JVC has outlined its Everio camcorder models for 2012, with seven models on offer. All offer full HD capture in AVCHD and an HDMI for output, but we're drawn to the new Wi-Fi feature that four of the models offer.

    The range breaks down into...

  • Alienware teases new desktop, promises to be triumphant (video)

    Alienware teases new desktop, promises to be triumphant (video)

    Soon to be revealed 11 January 2012 11:25 GMT

    It looks like Alienware is lining up to launch their next generation of gaming desktop, teasing with their Let Your Hero Out video.

    There isn't much to go on, but we can expect plenty of gaming power and breath-taking design for the new PC....

  • Dell XPS 13 pictures and hands-on. Hardware, Laptops, Dell, Ultrabooks, Intel, CES2012, Photos, Dell XPS 13 0

    Dell XPS 13 pictures and hands-on

    HANDS-ON CES 2012: Ultrabook, with carbonfibre 10 January 2012 22:34 GMT

    Dell has laid down its markers and entered the Ultrabook arena, launching a 13-inch model as part of its XPS brand. The new Dell XPS 13 is light, portable and powerful and has some interesting details that we're really excited about. 

    First...

  • Bang and Olufsen launches Beolit 12, a premium portable iPhone speaker  . Audio, Bang And Olufsen, Bang and Olufsen Beolit 12, Apple Airplay, AirPlay, Speakers, iPod docks, iPhone, Apple, CES2012 0

    Bang and Olufsen launches Beolit 12, a premium portable iPhone speaker

    CES 2012: Under B&O Play brand 10 January 2012 21:15 GMT

    Bang and Olufsen, better known for high-end audio installations, have announced the launch of the B&O Beolit 12, a premium iPhone speaker.

    The new speaker is the first product to be launched under a new sub-brand, known as B&O Play. B&O Play...

  • Polaroid SC1630 Smart Camera is some sort of Android

    Polaroid SC1630 Smart Camera is some sort of Android

    CES 2012: Cameras with Wi-Fi? Pah! 10 January 2012 19:59 GMT

    Polaroid is no stranger to crazy launches, but in the case of the SC1630 Smart Camera, you can't help but marvel at the madness. We've had camera phones for years, but this is more of a phone camera, or and Android camera to be precise.

    The...

  • Roku 2 XS and Roku LT now streaming into UK and Ireland

    Roku 2 XS and Roku LT now streaming into UK and Ireland

    Up for preorder on Amazon 10 January 2012 19:09 GMT

    Roku, the leading streaming platform in the US and suppliers of what we like to call smart TV adapters, has announced that it is launching in the UK and Ireland. Two models of Roku will be available.

    The Roku 2 XS provides support for up to...

  • WD TV adds Netflix and BBC iPlayer

    WD TV adds Netflix and BBC iPlayer

    Update available now 10 January 2012 16:00 GMT

    Western Digital has announced that Netflix and BBC iPlayer are now available to users in the UK. Those in Ireland will also get access to Netflix.

    The new services join existing rich media content from the likes of Spotify and YouTube in WD's...

  • TomTom maps give the Samsung Wave 3 direction

    TomTom maps give the Samsung Wave 3 direction

    CES 2012: Deal struck 10 January 2012 13:21 GMT

    TomTom has announced that it has struck a deal with Samsung that will see TomTom supply data for navigation needs.

    The deal only appears to apply to the Samsung Wave 3 which runs on Samsung's own Bada platform, rather than their flagship Android...

  • Sony Cyber-shot W630 headlines W series updates

    Sony Cyber-shot W630 headlines W series updates

    CES 2012: And S5000 for newbies 10 January 2012 12:42 GMT

    Sony has updated its W series of Cyber-shot compact cameras, announcing the launch of the DSC-W630, DSC-W620 and DSC-W610 models.

    The W series is designed to be simple to use and pocketable, but not scrimping on features. Starting from the...

  • Orange Tahiti: 7-inch Android Honeycomb tablet with 3G

    Orange Tahiti: 7-inch Android Honeycomb tablet with 3G

    Huawei MediaPad gets zesty 10 January 2012 10:45 GMT

    Orange is offering an own-brand Android tablet called the Orange Tahiti, following its trend of naming devices after places you might want to go on holiday. 

    The Orange Tahiti will offer you a 7-inch LCD display, come with a respectable Qualcomm...

  • Sigma Digital Neo series lenses will dress your Micro Four Thirds or NEX cameras

    Sigma Digital Neo series lenses will dress your Micro Four Thirds or NEX cameras

    CES 2012: Third-party CSC lenses 10 January 2012 9:55 GMT

    Sigma has announced a new line of lenses called the Digital Neo, or DN for short. The new lenses mark the imaging company's entrance into the compact system camera market, bringing more lens choice to those with a Micro Four Thirds or Sony NEX E-mount...

  • Samsung BD-ES6000 Blu-ray: Small package, well connected. Blu-ray players, Samsung, Samsung BD-ES6000, CES2012 0

    Samsung BD-ES6000 Blu-ray: Small package, well connected

    CES 2012: Smart services 9 January 2012 23:40 GMT

    There was a time when any device you connected to your TV had to be the right size of box. Gone are the days of numerous 40cm-wide boxes beneath your TV. Now you may only need Samsung's compact BD-ES6000 smart Blu-ray player.

    Samsung has been...

  • Samsung Series 5 Ultrabook touches down. Laptops, Hardware, Samsung, Samsung Series 5, Ultrabooks, Intel, CES2012 0

    Samsung Series 5 Ultrabook touches down

    CES 2012: 13- and 14-inch models 9 January 2012 22:45 GMT

    Samsung has pulled the covers off its take on the Ultrabook. The Samsung Series 5 Ultrabook will come in two sizes, 13- or 14-inches, and offer you a light and compact notebook.

    The 13-inch is, obviously, the more portable of the two, weighing...


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