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Everything You Need To Know About Apple's iPad 3
By GameInformer, published 03-07-2012
Apple hosted a press conference today where it showed off the next installment of its popular iPad. Why do you want it? Here's why. The latest version of the device broke with tradition, going by "the new iPad" instead of the iPad 3. Fortunately, there's more to the new iPad than just an odd name. The biggest upgrade to the iPad line is the fact that it has a Retina display. In English, that's a resolution of 2,048 by 1,536 pixels. Compare that to the iPad 2, which boasts a more conventional 1,024 by 768 pixel display, and you can appreciate the improvement. Cosmetically, it's much the same as previous models, and Apple claims battery life will hit 10 hours, or nine hours on its newly supported 4G wireless. AT&T and Verizon will both sell their own versions o...
PlayStation Vita Review
By GameInformer, published 13-02-2012
Is Sony’s new handheld gaming platform worth the price of admission? We break down its performance and hand out a final grade in anticipation of the February 22 release.Display The screen is the first thing you will notice about the Vita, and understandably so. Though it doesn’t have the resolution of the iPhone 4’s Retina display, this five-inch, 960x544 resolution OLED screen still delivers bright, colorful, and stunning visuals. The graphical fidelity is markedly better than the PSP and PlayStation 2, but not quite on the same level as the PlayStation 3. The fact that the image quality is even in the neighborhood of the high-powered console is an incredible feat in and of itself. During my review I saw no hints of ghosting or tearing, frequent problems on the PSP. Vid...
Apple pulls iPhone 4, 3GS and iPad 2 from German online store
By GSMArena, published 02-04-2012
Apple has been forced to remove some of its 3G products from the German online stores. This includes the iPhone 3GS, the iPhone 4 and the 3G version of the iPad 2. FOSS Patent's Florian Mueller says this is due to the injunction won in Manheimm by Motorola against Apple related to the FRAND patent. Coincidentally, Motorola won another permanent injunction against Apple related to iCloud...
Apple sells record-breaking 37 million iPhones in Q1, 2012
By GSMArena, published 25-01-2012
Despite being called as a "disappointment" by skeptics the iPhone 4S, coupled with the iPhone 4 and the 3GS helped Apple post the highest iPhone sales figure so far. Just in Q1, 2012 alone, Apple sold (not just shipped) 37 million iPhones, which is an astonishing figure whichever way you look at it. Compared to last year's figures, this year's figure is up by an amazing 128 percent. In the...
T-Mobile USA supplying 3G for unlocked iPhones in some areas
By GSMArena, published 19-12-2011
T-Mobile in the US is well known for its 1700MHz 3G band that leaves incompatible devices on EDGE. But reports are appearing that a 1900MHz band has become available in parts of Nevada, Northern California and the Northwest. That's great news for the reported 1 million iPhone users on T-Mobile's networks, since that's a 3G band supported by their Apple phones. Several other phones can jump on...
T-Mobile turns on 3G coverage for unlocked Apple iPhone models in some areas
By phoneArena, published 18-12-2011
Reports are circulating that T-Mobile has turned 3G on some frequencies that unlocked versions of the Apple iPhone and other models can use; the carrier is planning on using this spectrum for its upgraded 84Mbps HSPA+ pipeline...
Samsung drops iPhone 4S 3G patent attack [Updated]
By SlashGear, published 16-12-2011
Samsung has reportedly abandoned attempts to hound the iPhone 4S with 3G patents it holds, conceding that Apple is covered for their use of the cellular technology through their use of Qualcomm chipsets. The decision was revealed in the latest batch of legal sniping at the Mannheim Regional Court in Germany this morning, patent expert [...]
In Depth: TechRadar's best gear of 2011
By TechRadar, published 16-12-2011
TechRadar's best gear of 2011Every year, we review hundreds of bits of hardware here at TechRadar, and every year the standard gets better and better. The phones get more advanced, the PCs get faster and the TVs get a picture quality we never though possible.Of course, it can be hard to follow all those reviews, especially when some products get so much hype, but turn out to be disappointing.Well, we say the best kit always rises to the top, and the list below is definitely the cream of the crop. Our experts selected the products that stood out far above the rest, either because of having top features, excellent quality, a bargain price or all of the above, so you can be sure that this is the best kit of 2011.Best LCD TV: Philips 46PFL9706HThis Philips set wins out for one very good reason...
iPhone-Loving Robbers Leave Android Phones Unpilfered
By MaximumPC, published 15-12-2011
Want to avoid getting mugged? Buy an Android phone – or even better yet, a Blackberry. No, they don’t have any crazy criminal-prevention apps or burglar whistles built in; thieves just don’t want them. Or at least one pair of thieves in Manhattan don’t want them. Apparently, two robbers have been accosting Columbia University students for their iPhones. No other phone will do! The crooks even let one victim keep a perfectly good Droid, police say. The robbers still snatched the poor Droid owner’s cash, the local NBC station reports, but at least he could call the cops on his black sheep phone afterwards. A second victim was thrown against a fence and searched after she said she didn’t have an Apple handset, while a third separate victim had actually had an iPhone and was left u...
Updated: Top 10 best iPhone alternatives
By TechRadar, published 14-12-2011
The iPhone 4S has been a massive success, selling tens of millions of units all over the world, but it's not for everyone and there are some great iPhone alternatives.In particular, if you want something larger or smaller, or with a physical keyboard, Apple won't be able to help you. Similarly, if you want something more customisable or with widgets, you'll need to look elsewhere.There are plenty of other manufacturers producing some great devices, however, so you don't have to look far for some worthy iPhone alternatives. So here are our 10 favourites, in no particular order. Of course, these aren't the only phones on offer – keep your eye on our top 20 mobile phones list for more great options. 1. Samsung Galaxy S2 What we think: What can we say? Superfast dual core processor, superla...
Motorola wins injunction against Apple in Germany, again
By GSMArena, published 12-09-2011
Apple has been having a lot of legal headaches lately and now there's a new one. Now, it's Motorola that's causing the Cupertino-based company trouble as it won a preliminary injunction against several Apple products in Germany. It's not the first time either. Anyway, today's injunction affects practically all Apple gadgets with GPRS connectivity - the iPhone, iPhone 3G, 3GS, 4, iPad 3G and...
In Depth: 16 best TV streaming services
By TechRadar, published 12-04-2011
16 best TV streaming servicesWithin the last few years there's been a new explosion of TV in our lives. Before, we were content to watch television on a schedule dictated by the broadcasters, but things have moved on a long way since then. We now have a huge range of services that let us to get our fix of programmes and movies at any time and through a multitude of devices. No longer are we confined to the living room - the internet lets us watch TV anywhere in the house, while portable media devices like smartphones and tablets keep us entertained on the move. Viewing habits haven't quite kept pace with technological advancement, so although the amount of time we spend watching television is increasing every year, we're still a long way from ridding our homes of the big TV - just 0.2 per ...
In Depth: 16 best TV streaming services
By TechRadar, published 12-04-2011
16 best TV streaming servicesWithin the last few years there's been a new explosion of TV in our lives. Before, we were content to watch television on a schedule dictated by the broadcasters, but things have moved on a long way since then. We now have a huge range of services that let us to get our fix of programmes and movies at any time and through a multitude of devices. No longer are we confined to the living room - the internet lets us watch TV anywhere in the house, while portable media devices like smartphones and tablets keep us entertained on the move. Viewing habits haven't quite kept pace with technological advancement, so although the amount of time we spend watching television is increasing every year, we're still a long way from ridding our homes of the big TV - just 0.2 per ...
BBC Global iPlayer app comes to Canada
By TechRadar, published 12-01-2011
British ex-pats in maple leaf country rejoice! BBC Worldwide has continued the global roll-out of the iPlayer by making it available to iPad users in Canada.The monthly subscription service for Apple's tablet brings a host of new and classic programming for a monthly fee of $8.99 (CAD).The app, which was pushed out to Europe in July this year, allows viewers to watch shows like Top Gear, Dr Who and EastEnders over Wi-Fi and 3G and download content to watch offline.The service differs from the UK offering, which brings you virtually everything shown on TV and Radio, acting more like a best of the Beeb with next content added into the mix.Next stop America?With Europeans, Canadians and Aussies all covered for their weekly fix of Panorama, next in-line for the roll-out is likely to be the Uni...
Review: Android 4.0: Ice Cream Sandwich
By TechRadar, published 29-11-2011
InterfaceWe've finally got our hands on the new Samsung Galaxy Nexus, so we've taken an in-depth look at Google's latest OS: Android 4.0, or Ice Cream Sandwich to its friends.Google has told us that this is one of the biggest overhauls of the operating systems since it unleashed the Android project three years ago - and there's certainly a lot to plough through. From enhanced contact menus to improved keyboards and NFC capabilities, even the most ardent Android users will have to spend some time getting used to the new OS - so let's dive in.InterfaceThe most noticeable change with Ice Cream Sandwich is the interface - it might follow the same principles as the Android of old, but the way it's used is radically different in a number of ways.Firstly, Android 4.0 is designed to work without b...
iOS 5.1 beta reveals proof of new iPhone, iPad and Apple TV
By TechRadar, published 29-11-2011
The beta version iOS 5.1 has been released to developers and there are a number of references to apparent new hardware in the code. It's been a matter of minutes since the last iPhone 5 and iPad 3 rumour appeared, so we thought it only fitting to wildly speculate that the beta code for iOS 5.1 houses myriad hints that new Apple hardware is indeed in the works.First up is reference to the iPhone 5,1 – which seems to be the internal name for the new iPhone. The code comes just after the iPhone 4,1, which is the internal code for the iPhone 4S. The jump to 5 means that there will probably be significant hardware changes to the phone, including the likes of a new processor and a new screen. brightcove : 1212903245001New iPadA new iPad is also referenced and has been given the moniker iPad 2,...
iOS 5.1 beta reveals proof of new iPhone, iPad and Apple TV
By TechRadar, published 29-11-2011
The beta version iOS 5.1 has been released to developers and there are a number of references to apparent new hardware in the code. It's been a matter of minutes since the last iPhone 5 and iPad 3 rumour appeared, so we thought it only fitting to wildly speculate that the beta code for iOS 5.1 houses myriad hints that new Apple hardware is indeed in the works.First up is reference to the iPhone 5,1 – which seems to be the internal name for the new iPhone. The code comes just after the iPhone 4,1, which is the internal code for the iPhone 4S. The jump to 5 means that there will probably be significant hardware changes to the phone, including the likes of a new processor and a new screen. brightcove : 1212903245001New iPadA new iPad is also referenced and has been given the moniker iPad 2,...
Review: BlackBerry Curve 9380
By TechRadar, published 24-11-2011
Overview, design and feelAfter playing it cool for a few years, RIM has apparently decided that there's something to this touchscreen phone lark after all, releasing a budget all-touch device in the shape of the BlackBerry Curve 9380. In the last few months we've seen a touchscreen added to the Bold in the form of the BlackBerry Bold 9900, an update to the Torch line in the BlackBerry Torch 9810, and a new, all-touch addition to the Torch family in the BlackBerry Torch 9860. Now it's the Curve family's turn, even though we thought it was doing fine without touch in our BlackBerry Curve 9360 review. Instead of taking the Bold route and adding touch capability to the screen above the keyboard, RIM has been somewhat more aggressive with the BlackBerry Curve 9380. The keyboard's gone completel...
Tackling the Tablet Conundrum: Which One is Right For You?
By MaximumPC, published 21-11-2011
Do you even need a tablet? If so, which one? We review the current crop of tablet mainstays. We explain the hardware and OS features that matter the most. Follow along as we unravel what tablets are actually good for. When a consumer electronics category confuses the masses, it’s usually because the technology is hard to understand on a fundamental level. Have you ever tried to explain texture fill rates to your GPU-ignorant brother-in-law? Or RAID levels to your mom—who shouldn’t even be asking about RAID in the first place? Videocards and storage devices can confuse the lay consumer, but at least the prospective hardware buyer usually knows he or she needs a videocard or storage device in the first place. Your game won’t play at a high resolution? A new videocard is probably the...
Review: Motorola Razr
By TechRadar, published 21-11-2011
Overview, design and feelThe familiar Motorola Razr brand is back, but this time it's re-imagined with Android 2.3.5, an 8MP camera with Full HD recording and a super slim chassis that's just 7.1mm.That doesn't make it the thinnest phone in the world, as it's still got a thicker end to it at the top of the phone - but given you don't hold that section, it certainly feels slim.However, lumping most of the components at the top does make it feel a little oddly-balanced in the hand, although it's only 127g heavy (incidentally, the original Razr was 95g - but that didn't have GPS, Wi-Fi, 3G or a camera on board).brightcove : 1276176311001The screen is also oddly designed in our opinion, with a large amount of chassis surrounding the display. This means that, despite being 4.3-inches in size, i...
Review: Motorola Razr
By TechRadar, published 21-11-2011
Overview, design and feelThe familiar Motorola Razr brand is back, but this time it's re-imagined with Android 2.3.5, an 8MP camera with Full HD recording and a super slim chassis that's just 7.1mm.That doesn't make it the thinnest phone in the world, as it's still got a thicker end to it at the top of the phone - but given you don't hold that section, it certainly feels slim.However, lumping most of the components at the top does make it feel a little oddly-balanced in the hand, although it's only 127g heavy (incidentally, the original Razr was 95g - but that didn't have GPS, Wi-Fi, 3G or a camera on board).brightcove : 1276176311001The screen is also oddly designed in our opinion, with a large amount of chassis surrounding the display. This means that, despite being 4.3-inches in size, i...
Review: Motorola Razr
By TechRadar, published 21-11-2011
Overview, design and feelThe familiar Motorola Razr brand is back, but this time it's re-imagined with Android 2.3.5, an 8MP camera with Full HD recording and a super slim chassis that's just 7.1mm.That doesn't make it the thinnest phone in the world, as it's still got a thicker end to it at the top of the phone - but given you don't hold that section, it certainly feels slim.However, lumping most of the components at the top does make it feel a little oddly-balanced in the hand, although it's only 127g heavy (incidentally, the original Razr was 95g - but that didn't have GPS, Wi-Fi, 3G or a camera on board).brightcove : 1276176311001The screen is also oddly designed in our opinion, with a large amount of chassis surrounding the display. This means that, despite being 4.3-inches in size, i...
Review: Updated: Nokia Lumia 800
By TechRadar, published 18-11-2011
Overview, Design and FeelUPDATED: We've now updated the software on our review device to match that available at release for consumers, so take a look at our updated findings, complete with star rating.The Nokia Lumia 800 is the first Windows Phone handset to spring from the Microsoft / Nokia tie-up announced in February, and we've got our hands on an early sample to check it out.The Nokia Lumia 800 shares its exterior styling with the previously substantially less hyped Nokia N9, a Meego-based smartphone, although the screen size is reduced from 3.9" (854x480 pixels) to 3.7" (800x480 pixels) to conform to the Windows Phone spec list. brightcove : 1276810377001The CPU, however, increases from the 1GHz ARM Cortex-A8 to the 1.4GHz MSM8255 Snapdragon/Scorpion which certainly helps add...
Review: Updated: Nokia Lumia 800
By TechRadar, published 18-11-2011
Overview, Design and FeelUPDATED: We've now updated the software on our review device to match that available at release for consumers, so take a look at our updated findings, complete with star rating.The Nokia Lumia 800 is the first Windows Phone handset to spring from the Microsoft / Nokia tie-up announced in February, and we've got our hands on an early sample to check it out.The Nokia Lumia 800 shares its exterior styling with the previously substantially less hyped Nokia N9, a Meego-based smartphone, although the screen size is reduced from 3.9" (854x480 pixels) to 3.7" (800x480 pixels) to conform to the Windows Phone spec list. brightcove : 1276810377001The CPU, however, increases from the 1GHz ARM Cortex-A8 to the 1.4GHz MSM8255 Snapdragon/Scorpion which certainly helps add...
Review: Updated: Nokia Lumia 800
By TechRadar, published 18-11-2011
Overview, Design and FeelUPDATED: We've now updated the software on our review device to match that available at release for consumers, so take a look at our updated findings, complete with star rating.The Nokia Lumia 800 is the first Windows Phone handset to spring from the Microsoft / Nokia tie-up announced in February, and we've got our hands on an early sample to check it out.The Nokia Lumia 800 shares its exterior styling with the previously substantially less hyped Nokia N9, a Meego-based smartphone, although the screen size is reduced from 3.9" (854x480 pixels) to 3.7" (800x480 pixels) to conform to the Windows Phone spec list. brightcove : 1276810377001The CPU, however, increases from the 1GHz ARM Cortex-A8 to the 1.4GHz MSM8255 Snapdragon/Scorpion which certainly helps add...
Review: Updated: Nokia Lumia 800
By TechRadar, published 18-11-2011
Overview, Design and FeelUPDATED: We've now updated the software on our review device to match that available at release for consumers, so take a look at our updated findings, complete with star rating.The Nokia Lumia 800 is the first Windows Phone handset to spring from the Microsoft / Nokia tie-up announced in February, and we've got our hands on an early sample to check it out.The Nokia Lumia 800 shares its exterior styling with the previously substantially less hyped Nokia N9, a Meego-based smartphone, although the screen size is reduced from 3.9" (854x480 pixels) to 3.7" (800x480 pixels) to conform to the Windows Phone spec list. brightcove : 1276810377001The CPU, however, increases from the 1GHz ARM Cortex-A8 to the 1.4GHz MSM8255 Snapdragon/Scorpion which certainly helps add...
Review: Samsung Galaxy Nexus
By TechRadar, published 18-11-2011
Overview, Design and Feel.The Samsung Galaxy Nexus is the world's first phone to run Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) and comes with a plethora of top end tech, including a huge but still massively high resolution screen.There are some gadgets in geek-world that are announced and we just cannot wait to touch. Nokia's N95, the original iPhone, the T-Mobile G1 and Palm's first Pre. And the Galaxy Nexus fits firmly in that category.The big selling point here is not so much the handset – it's what powers the Galaxy Nexus. Google has redrawn its Android OS in probably the biggest overhaul since it launched exactly three years ago. brightcove : 1244183571001Ice Cream Sandwich fuses together last year's Gingerbread OS for phones and Honeycomb for tablets and gives us a whole new, futuristic And...
iPhone, iPad may finally get LTE next year thanks to Qualcomm
By SlashGear, published 17-11-2011
Apple’s iPhones and iPads may finally be getting 4G LTE support next year thanks to Qualcomm’s latest mobile device modem (MDM) chips. Qualcomm announced its new Gobi 4000 platform along with its second generation MDM 9×00 series chips that integrate LTE and 3G support while offering improved power efficiency, which is one of the key [...]
Buying Guide: Best printer 2011: 15 top inkjet and laser printers
By TechRadar, published 16-11-2011
Best printer: best inkjet printersWhat's the best printer to buy? All-purpose printers are a booming market, and you're spoilt for choice, so here's our pick of the best printers on the market right now. In choosing the best printer your first decision is whether to go for a standard printer, or a multi-function device which includes a scanner and which can also work as a standalone copier. These aren't much larger than regular printers, but they're a whole lot more versatile, especially when you need to keep a copy of a letter, a bill or any other important document, so our first list includes the best inkjet printers and best multi-function devices. You should also think carefully about whether to invest in an inkjet or a laser. Lasers are usually associated with office environments, wh...
Developers crack Siri open to work on any device
By SlashGear, published 15-11-2011
Developers at Applidium claim that they have cracked open Apple’s Siri intelligent voice-controlled assistant feature to work on any device. Siri is restricted to the iPhone 4S, but has been hacked to work to some degree on the iPhone 4 and iPhone 3GS. And now, Applidium says that it has managed to crack Siri open [...]
iOS number 1 on developer interest list while iPhone 4 best selling mobile phone in Q3 2011
By SlashGear, published 14-11-2011
Everything appears to be turning up Apple as a couple of reports from analysts NPD Group and IDC find both that the iPhone 4 and the iPhone 3GS were the top two selling mobile phone handsets in the USA in the third quarter of 2011 while their operating system, Apple’s iOS, has been found to [...]
The top selling smartphones in the U.S. during Q3 were the Apple iPhone 4 and the Apple iPhone 3GS
By phoneArena, published 14-11-2011
Thanks to the deeply discounted pricing for the Apple iPhone 3GS, that model trailed only the Apple iPhone 4 as the two top selling smartphones in the U.S. during the third quarter of 2011; during the period, the older iPhone models sold more units than Android heavyweights like the Motorola DROID 3...
Review: Samsung Galaxy Note
By TechRadar, published 11-11-2011
Overview, Design and Feel.Is it a bird? Is it a plane? Neither. It's a tablet. Or a phone. Or both. We really don't know – but it has some of the best specs around and Samsung's hoping this will ship by the bucketload.The Samsung Galaxy Note is a phone / tablet hybrid that doesn't really sit in any category - we've reviewed it as a smartphone simply due to the fact it can make calls, but Samsung is definitely trying to create a new category of device with this 5.3-inch screened behemoth.It's funny how mobile trends can change. Just a few years ago, manufacturers were falling over themselves trying to outdo each other to to provide the smallest handset in the world. Motorola got them pretty thin with the RAZR line and Samsung's own D500 was titchy. brightcove : 1268512853001Then something...
Unlocked iPhone 4S on sale in US
By SlashGear, published 11-11-2011
Apple US has begun offering the iPhone 4S unlocked and SIM-free, the first time the fifth-gen smartphone has been officially sold without a carrier agreement. Priced at $649 for the 16GB model, $749 for the 32GB model and $849 for the 64GB model, the unlocked iPhone 4S will support 3G HSPA+ data on AT&T but [...]
Samsung granted a peep at Apple's contracts with Australian carriers, retailers defy the Galaxy Tab injunction
By phoneArena, published 11-09-2011
Australian court has ordered Apple to comply with Samsung's request to see the iPhone 4S contracts with Australian carriers, after ordering it to supply the phone's firmware code, in order for Samsung to determine better if its 3G patents have been violated...
Apple and world's largest carrier still in talks for a deal, but there is no rush for Cupertino
By phoneArena, published 11-09-2011
Apple and China Mobile, the planet's largest mobile carrier with 611 million customers, are in the talking stage but the gang at Cupertino is no rush to produce a version of the Apple iPhone that would run over the proprietary 3G network of China Mobile...
Apple confirms Siri will stay an iPhone 4S exclusive
By phoneArena, published 11-09-2011
Aside from the hacked ports of Siri to the iPhone 3Gs, 4 and iPad, there have been rumors that Apple had been testing Siri on the iPhone 4, but the company confirmed that Siri would stay an iPhone 4S exclusive...
Siri hacked to work on iPhone 3GS
By SlashGear, published 11-07-2011
We’ve previously seen Apple’s much raved about Siri intelligent assistant feature hacked to work on an iPhone 4, but now developers have managed to hack the feature to work on an old iPhone 3GS. The hack comes from developers Grant Paul and Steve Troughton-Smith, while a video demoing the hack was posted by Ryan Petrich. [...]
Updated: Hands on: Samsung Galaxy Note review
By TechRadar, published 11-07-2011
Hands on Samsung Note review: look and feelUpdated: Ahead of our full Galaxy note review, check out our updated gallery of photos shot in our review studio.Samsung has shown off the Galaxy Note at IFA 2011, a huge 5.3-inch HD Super AMOLED handset which comes complete with a stylus called the S Pen. We grabbed some time with it on the show floor just after Samsung's press conference took place.The Galaxy Note has a 1.4GHz ARM-based dual-core processor inside, though we have to be honest and say that while some apps were snappy, there was a bit of lag when dropping into things like the web browser. That surprised us as we'd assume the units we saw on the stand were shipping models. And it's doubly surprising given the Note's speedy processor.brightcove : 1138414830001The 5.3-inch screen is W...
Review: Nokia Lumia 800
By TechRadar, published 11-07-2011
Overview, Design and FeelThe Nokia Lumia 800 is the first Windows Phone handset to spring from the Microsoft / Nokia tie-up announced in February, and we've got our hands on an early sample to check it out.We have to point out at the start that this is a pre-production sample from Nokia, and as such further features will be added – it's close enough to completion that we can give you a good idea what the phone is all about, but in line with TechRadar's reviews guarantee, we won't be giving the phone a score until the final software is releasedThe Nokia Lumia 800 shares its exterior styling with the previously substantially less hyped Nokia N9, a Meego-based smartphone, although the screen size is reduced from 3.9" (854x480 pixels) to 3.7" (800x480 pixels) to conform to the Window...
Apple to release iOS 5.0.1 to fix battery life issues
By Thinkdigit, published 11-03-2011
Not too long after the first reports of an iPhone 4S battery life issue appeared on its support forums, Apple has acknowledged the problem to be bugs in the new iOS 5 operating system. Affected users aren’t just iPhone 4S owners, but the owners of the other iOS devices that are compatible with the platform – iPhone 4 and 3GS, iPad 1 and 2, and the latest iPod Touch. They can expect a fix in the coming weeks, when the fruity giant will release an update for the mobile OS. “A [...] Read the entire article
Review: HTC Radar
By TechRadar, published 11-02-2011
Overview, design and feelThe HTC Radar is the latest smartphone to run Windows Phone 7.5, following on from the HTC Titan. With a smooth unibody design, HD video recording and 5MP camera, will it be enough to make Windows Phone a success?If HTC was at school right now, you can't help feeling it'd be getting an A for effort. The Taiwanese manufacturer is certainly churning out handsets like nobody's business. For the last few years, it's been concentrating mainly on Android - but now Windows Phone 7.5 Mango is here, it's going for gold. Probably much to the annoyance of Nokia, which adopted WP as its main operating system months ago, but is still being pipped to the post by HTC when it comes to getting handsets on the shelves.Little brother of the HTC Titan and the second handset from HTC t...
Buying Guide: 10 best gifts for iPhone owners
By TechRadar, published 11-02-2011
10 best gifts for iPhone ownersThere's no shortage of iPhone gadgets on the market in time for the holiday season, but how do you separate the best iPhone accessories from the also-rans? With our help, of course! We've delved into our extensive knowledge of iPhone accessories to provide you with a definitive list of 10 of the best gifts for anyone with an iPhone, whether it's an iPhone 4S, 4, 3GS or 3G. So whether you're stuck for what to get a friend or relative for Christmas, or feel like treating yourself, read on for some inspiration.1. Case - Pro/Tec Executive Leather Case - £7iPhone cases can be expensive, but you needn't shell out loads of cash to get a decent one. This Pro/Tec Executive Leather Case gives fantastic protection, helps keep dust out of the Dock connector and comes in...
Review: Alcatel One Touch 990
By TechRadar, published 31-10-2011
Overview, design and feelSome phones are all about power; others affordability. Alcatel's One Touch 990 (or OT-990) falls firmly into the latter category, as you'd expect given the company's reputation as a purveyor of budget phones. So the question we're asking here isn't what exciting tech helps this rival Samsung's Galaxy S2, HTC's Sensation, Sony Ericsson's Xperia Arc, or any of the other powerhouses in our 20 best mobile phones list.Rather we're concerned with whether it's money well spent. Especially when the world contains the likes of Orange's budget titan, the San Francisco. If you read our review of it, you'll know we lost our heart to that phone because of its amazing competence given its paltry cost. Other rivals worth bearing in mind are the INQ Cloud Touch, which excels at so...
Updated: iPhone 5 rumours: what you need to know
By TechRadar, published 31-10-2011
iPhone 5 rumours: iPhone 4S and new rumoursAs it happened, there was no iPhone 5 after all, but the company did announce the iPhone 4S.However, the iPhone 5 is still on the cards - we're expecting it to debut in mid 2012. You can check out the latest rumours about iPhone 5 below.First though, why not read our complete iPhone 4S review?Also check out our iPhone 4S video review:brightcove : 1224629147001Here are the new iPhone 5 rumours we've gathered together since the iPhone 4S launchiPhone 5 release dateUPDATE: For the latest on new iPhone 5's release date, check out our regularly updated article iPhone 5 release date.Given the pattern Apple's iPhone launches, we're expecting the next-gen iPhone 5 to debut in mid to late 2012. We reckon it's most likely to be shown off at Apple's Worldwid...
Updated: 20 best mobile phones in the world today
By TechRadar, published 28-10-2011
Best mobile phone: OverviewWhat's the best mobile phone? Our verdict on the best smartphone / best phones - constantly updated We've all got at least one mobile phone each, right? The trouble is, how do you decide which is the best one for you?If you've read our list of the hottest pre-release new mobile phones and are still stumped, well, this is where we make it easy. Because here we have our continually-updated comparison of the top 20 best smartphones you can get in the UK.The last update saw the Samsung Galaxy S2 nabbing the top spot - the combo of Android 2.3 and a beautiful screen in a tightly packaged body saw it head straight to the top of the pile.But now Apple has finally brought out another version of the iPhone (if you want a sneaky peek, you can read our iPhone 4S review) so ...
Buying Guide: Which iPad should you buy?
By TechRadar, published 28-10-2011
Which iPad should you buy?So you've decided to buy an Apple iPad - either for yourself or as a Christmas present for someone else (lucky them!). But should you get the Wi-Fi iPad or 3G iPad, and how much storage space do you need on it? Equally importantly: do you want the white or black iPad?Apple only sells the iPad 2 new, though the original model may still be available through its Refurbished Store (see more below) or through other retailers.In terms of the colour, it's purely a matter of taste. If you've already got a black iPhone or iPod touch, do you want the iPad to match it? Or have you fallen in love with the white iPad? The choice is entirely yours - they cost exactly the same.Our iPad 2 video review is below.brightcove : 11705332570013G iPad or Wi-Fi iPad?Having decided on the ...
Hands on: Ice Cream Sandwich review
By TechRadar, published 25-10-2011
Hands on: Ice Cream Sandwich reviewIce Cream Sandwich, or Android 4.0, is the next release from Google to help it keep its position at the sharp end of the smartphone market.Designed to bring its phone and tablet operating systems together, ICS features a huge amount of new code from Google to create new features, easier methods of use and more.Let's dive in and see what the software is all about in our hands on: Ice Cream Sandwich Android 4.0 review.Home screenGoogle has done a lot more with the home screen than ever before, offering up more interactive widgets (plus the ability to resize them as well) with over 30 offered up from launch, with a glut more to come.Google has said that it wants the main theme of ICS to be customisation, allowing users to be as in-depth or minimalist as they...
Review: Nokia 700
By TechRadar, published 25-10-2011
Overview, design and feel?The Nokia 700, touted as the world's smallest smartphone, is dropping as part of a trio of Nokia handsets (the 600, 700 and 701) running the new Symbian Belle interface. And it is indeed small. It's slim. It's quite sleek too, and many other 'S' adjectives as well. The thin frame holds a 3.2-inch AMOLED ClearBlack touchscreen, 5MP and VGA cameras, an external speaker hugging the bottom curve, and all this in only a 92g, 9.7mm-thick phone. It's pretty swish.The smooth battery cover has a brushed steel finish that feels smooth to the touch, encasing the 5MP camera with LED flash and - happily - a tiny clip, meaning no scrabbling around to get the cover off.There's an almost miniscule camera soft key on the right side, plus a lock button and slightly longer volume ro...
Hands on: Samsung Epic 4G Touch review
By TechRadar, published 25-10-2011
Hands on: Samsung Epic 4G Touch reviewHow do you make one of the best phones ever released even better? With the US-only Samsung Epic 4G Touch, which was released recently in the US by Sprint, the super-thin (9.59mm) and super-light (128.9 grams) device is remarkably similar to the Samsung Galaxy SII, our Android-leading current 5-star phone.Even the demigods at Apple might need to worry a little about the Epic 4G Touch. Sure, the iPhone 4S has a bright and crisp screen, with a fast A5 processor. Yet, the Epic 4G Touch goes a few steps beyond those specs. Outfitted with a 1.2GHz Exynos processor, the Epic is one of the fastest phones we've ever tested. Apps pop up suddenly. Flipping between widgets, there's none of the annoying pause of some earlier Android models. Games like NOVA 2, a sci...
AT&T sees "tremendous demand" for free Apple iPhone 3GS
By phoneArena, published 22-10-2011
AT&T CEO Ralph de la Vega says that AT&T has seen "tremendous demand" for the Apple iPhone 3GS, which is offered for free on the carrier with a signed two-year pact; the executive said on average, AT&T is signing on more new subscribers using the iPhone 3GS than any other device it offers...
AT&T sees 'tremendous, tremendous demand' for the 3GS
By GSMArena, published 22-10-2011
It's no secret now that Apple has sold a container ship-load of iPhone 4S in just a few days after the phone was made available for pre-orders, with over one million being booked in the first 24 hours. But the newcomer is not the only one getting all the love from customers. AT&T is reporting that the two year-old iPhone 3GS is still a hit with the customers, saying that the phone is...
Early View: Galaxy Nexus vs iPhone 4S vs HTC Sensation vs Galaxy S2
By TechRadar, published 20-10-2011
Galaxy Nexus vs 4S vs S2 vs SensationThe new Galaxy Nexus phone is here. And sporting Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, it's the very definition of high end.So it's high time we stack it up against its key rivals including the iPhone 4S but also the older HTC Sensation and Samsung Galaxy S2.Which is your next handset?Galaxy Nexus vs iPhone 4S vs Galaxy S2 vs HTC Sensation: Operating systemThe iPhone 4S runs iOS 5, while the new Galaxy Nexus runs pure Android 4.0.The HTC Sensation ships with Android 2.3 Gingerbread, although HTC has also stuck the latest generation of its Sense user interface on top - just like Samsung, whose handset also runs Gingerbread but with TouchWiz 4.0 on top.MORE SENSE: The latest iteration of HTC's Sense UI is a lovely thingGalaxy Nexus vs iPhone 4S vs Galaxy S2 vs ...
Sprint denies that the Apple iPhone 4S is to blame for sluggish 3G network speeds
By phoneArena, published 19-10-2011
Sprint denied on Tuesday that the Apple iPhone 4S is at fault for clogging up its 3G pipeline; since the launch, some customers of the nation's third largest carrier have suffered through sluggish 3G speeds of 300 to 500 Kbps...
Siri, can you make me dump Android?
By SlashGear, published 17-10-2011
Until now I’ve been inured to the iPhone’s charms. iOS has its strengths, but – barring three months of iPhone 3G ownership – Android has always been my daily driver. My dedication to Google wavered, though, when Apple unveiled Siri on the iPhone 4S: not just voice recognition, but the promise of the first real [...]
Review: iPhone 4S
By TechRadar, published 17-10-2011
Overview, design and feelThe iPhone 4S caught many by surprise, with Apple expected to release the iPhone 5 - but instead we got an iPhone 4 with overhauled innards.While the masses were initially disappointed, the iPhone 4S features a glut of top-end tech that is designed to put it on a par with the likes of the Samsung Galaxy S2 - but does it manage to do that?The changes to the iPhone 4S are easy to document - the camera has been upgraded to 8MP (with an improved aperture ratio), the CPU is now the same dual-core A5 processor as seen in the iPad 2, and a seven time increase in graphical processing power.Check out our video of the iPhone 4S in action - is it the phone for you?brightcove : 1200452098001Also we've got Siri, Apple's voice recognition service - will this be a game changer fo...
Updated: Hands on: iPhone 4S review
By TechRadar, published 15-10-2011
Hands on: iPhone 4S reviewUpdate: Ahead of our forthcoming and in-depth iPhone 4S review, we've added in more video, more information and taken a closer look at iOS 5 to help you decide whether to upgrade to the new iPhone.We've also taken the new iPhone 4S to our photo studio, so you can check out our new gallery of iPhone 4S photos.It may not sport a bigger screen or a different design, but the iPhone 4S is certainly a step on from its predecessor, although much of the attention will be focused on just how big that step is.Sporting the already-lauded A5 processor, improved aerial signal and a better camera, the hardware changes to the iPhone 4S from the iPhone 4 are by no means striking. It's difficult not to feel a little underwhelmed that an incremental increase has been 16 months comi...
Review Roundup: This week's hottest reviews on TechRadar
By TechRadar, published 15-10-2011
This week we've looked at two landmark products here on TechRadar - the AMD FX-8150 is a massive step forward for AMD, not least because it's an eight-core computing powerhouse. We've also taken an in-depth look at iOS 5. Apple's latest-gen mobile operating system. It introduces 200 enhancements and is available free now for your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch. AMD FX-8150 reviewThis first Bulldozer chip represents AMD's biggest change in processing tech for a decade. The FX-8150 is the full-fat, eight-core AMD super-chip running at a not inconsiderable 3.6GHz straight out of the box. As it is the FX-8150 is an impressive overclocker's chip - hitting 4.7GHz gives the chip one hell of a boost in performance terms. But unfortunately the chip's just not competitive enough against its rivals. At s...
Tutorial: 21 handy iOS 5 tips and tricks
By TechRadar, published 14-10-2011
21 handy iOS 5 tips and tricksAfter much fanfare, iOS 5 has finally landed. But as is so often the case with Apple, someone forgot to write the manual. Worry not. We've rifled through 200-plus improvements and come up with 21 iOS 5 tips to make your life easier.If you haven't upgraded already, hook up your Apple device to your computer and launch iTunes now. Click on your device in the sidebar, and under Version you'll see a button called Check for Update: click it. Follow the onscreen instructions and we'll meet you back here once your device has rebooted to show you what's what.And then you're ready to use our iOS 5 tips…1. iOS 5 upgrade error 3200Hit by the '3200 error' caused by the influx of traffic hitting Apple's servers? Time for a DIY iOS installation. Download the file that app...
Tethered iOS 5 jailbreak out for the iPhone 4, iPad, iPhone 3GS and iPod touch
By phoneArena, published 13-10-2011
The official iOS 5 release got the tethered jailbreak treatment mere hours after it went out, courtesy of the ubiquitous iPhone Dev Team. It works for iPhone 4, iPad, iPhone 3GS and iPod touch, no Apple A5 chips allowed...
iOS 5 has been released, iPhone and iPad users rejoice!
By phoneArena, published 10-12-2011
And... there it goes - Apple has finally released iOS 5 for owners of the iPhone 4, 3GS and soon, the 4S. A brand new Notification Center, Twitter integration, iCloud, iMessage, mail and Safari improvements, as well as many other new features are now available...
Pining for the metaphorical fjords
By TechReport, published 10-12-2011
Today is Wednesday, October 12, 2011. The day iOS 5 is released upon the Apple faithful—a group still smarting from the passing of Steve Jobs just seven days prior. Will I upgrade my stalwart 3GS to the Siri-fied new operating system? Well, not if my main goal is to get Siri, since it laughs at my device and its ancient, 2009 internals. ("Siri, where can I find a good burger near this location?" "I sense you have no A5, so shut up and go fix me a turkey pot pie!") The issue is whether I want to forgo, for now, my jailbroken goodies in exchange for iOS 5 shininess. Granted, a workable jailbreak method will probably be available before I'm even done writing this column, but I want to know Infinifolders is just a restore away before I go down the road less traveled yet again. Which I suppos...
iOS 5 available now
By SlashGear, published 10-12-2011
Apple’s iOS 5 has been released, with owners of the iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPad and iPad 2, along with the third- and fourth-gen iPod touch all getting the latest version of the mobile platform as a free update. Available to download for existing devices via iTunes, iOS 5 will also be preloaded on the [...]
iOS 5 now ready for download
By TechRadar, published 10-12-2011
Apple has put the new version of its operating system online, with iOS 5 now available for download.The new software update brings a whole host of new features, including improved notifications, an upgraded camera application with the ability to use the volume key as a shutter button, and support for cloud streaming of your media.brightcove : 1212903245001Apple has already put the iCloud.com site online, and iTunes 10.5 has been made available for download (which you'll need to update your Apple device to iOS 5).All and sundryThe new operating system will be available for all those iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPad, iPad 2 and iPod touch (third and fourth gen) owners, and according to reports the new update really improves the performance of the older devices significantly too.To get the update, ...
Review: HTC Titan
By TechRadar, published 10-12-2011
Overview, design and feelHTC is doing fairly well right now. From the days of making (not so great) Windows Mobile handsets for networks, it's found its identity and is now riding high with a hugely recognisable brand around the world. Android was its saviour (and still is) but Windows hasn't been forgotten. HTC was the first to roll out Windows Phone 7 devices when they launched in the UK last year. And, true to form, it's in the lead with Windows Phone 7.5 devices too. The HTC Titan is one of its two first Mango-powered handsets - the other being the Radar. So, what's in a name? Well, quite a lot actually. The Titans were giant beasts from ancient Greek mythology. So by giving the phone a name like this, HTC's certainly aiming high. And you see that as soon as you take the HTC Titan out ...
iCloud.com goes live ahead of iOS 5 launch
By TechRadar, published 10-12-2011
Apple has finally opened up its iCloud.com website ahead of the imminent iOS 5 launch for a variety of Apple's iPhones, iPads and iPods.The new site simply features the option to login with your Apple ID and password, with the message 'To set up iCloud, go to iOS 5 Settings or OS X Lion System Preferences" meaning those without access to the iOS 5 system won't be able to do much as yet (so feel free to wave your fist at those lucky Germans).The new service will allow you to save your videos, photos and calendars in the cloud (well, a massive server farm Apple built in the US) and access them on another device, and will be a big feature of iOS 5.We're still eagerly awaiting the launch of the new iOS 5 download from Apple for the iPhone 4 and 3GS, the third and fourth gen iPod touch and ...
iPhone 4S sales to get 18.8 million 3GS upgrades
By SlashGear, published 10-12-2011
iPhone 4S sales should be strong suggests Piper Jaffray analyst Gene Munster, who projects that a good portion of sales will come from iPhone 3GS users upgrading to the latest Apple smartphone. He predicts that 18.8 million iPhone 3GS users will upgrade to the iPhone 4S within the next year, which will account for 18 [...]
AT&T wants Apple to have iPhone 4S show 4G
By SlashGear, published 10-07-2011
According to a leaked internal memo, AT&T is pressing Apple to follow along with the carrier’s marketing strategy by allowing the iPhone 4S status bar to show the “4G” indicator. Although still a 3G device, the next-gen iPhone is capable of AT&T’s HSPA+ network speeds, which the carrier is branding as 4G, although at the [...]
iPhone 4 set for sales boost as prices drop
By TechRadar, published 10-07-2011
The iPhone 4S pre-order madness has started, but the price drop for the iPhone 4, along with the incremental nature of its successors, upgrade could boost its popularity. As we explain in the hands on: iPhone 4S review, the changes under the hood for the new handset include a better processor, Siri assistant and a better lens. However, many of the coolest new features are brought by the iOS 5 update, which will be coming to the iPhone 4 on 12 October. Attractive propositionThat makes the iPhone 4 (and, to an extent, the similarly iOS 5 equipped-iPhone 3GS) attractive propositions for the more thrifty customers. The iPhone 4 8GB version is available on major networks for no additional cost on two year contracts starting from £36 a month (Orange) and £35.74 (T-Mobile). Buying the phone wit...
In Depth: Kindle Fire 2: 8 things we want Amazon to do
By TechRadar, published 10-07-2011
Kindle Fire 2: 8 things we want Amazon to doFor the last few months, the only device that could match the iPhone 5 for sheer volume of rumours was surely the fabled Amazon tablet.When it finally arrived in the form of the Kindle Fire - alongside two new Kindle ereader models - it turned out to be a lot like what we expected, which is no bad thing.The Kindle Fire has impressed a lot of people - including us - with its revamped Android interface and impossibly low price, but like any first release, there are more features we want to see.Here's what we're hoping for in the Kindle 2.1. 3GWell, it's the obvious one for Kindle 2, isn't it? There's always been an option for 3G-capable regular Kindles, so it's a little disappointing not to see a Kindle Fire model capable of connecting to the mobil...
Week in Tech: Apple says hello, waves goodbye
By TechRadar, published 10-07-2011
This week was always going to be about Apple, but sadly not in the way we expected: a typically exciting Apple product announcement was overshadowed by the death of Steve Jobs.The week started on a much brighter note, though, with the usual excitable predictions about the forthcoming iPhone 5. It would be bigger, faster, completely different, filled with tiny elves and able to make biscuits fly, the rumour sites said, but our resident grump Gary Marshall wasn't convinced. "We'll get the iPhone 4S," he wrote, "an evolutionary step rather than a revolutionary one."Marshall's prediction? "It will have an A5 chip, more storage, more RAM, [a] better camera and the same basic form factor as the iPhone 4," he wrote. "There will be a black one. There will be a white one...
Updated: iPhone 5 rumours: what you need to know
By TechRadar, published 10-06-2011
iPhone 5 rumoursAs it happened, there was no iPhone 5 launched by Apple this week, but the company did announce the iPhone 4S. However, the iPhone 5 is still on the cards - we're expecting it to debut in late 2012. You can check out the latest rumours about iPhone 5 below our complete coverage of the new iPhone 4S.Check out our iPhone 4S video preview:brightcove : 1200452098001Apple iPhone 4S UK release date announcedApple has announced that the iPhone 4S UK release date will be 14 October, with pre-orders opening on 7 October. Our article on the iPhone 4S release date has more info.iPhone 4S: which networks will offer it?The iPhone 4S UK release date has been announced as 14 October, meaning swathes of queues outside the Apple Stores around the country - but most people will want to know ...
PSVita 3G Downloads Will be Capped At 20 Megabytes
By GameInformer, published 30-09-2011
If you were considering buying the more expensive 3G-enabled model of the Vita with the intention of buying retail games on the go, you might want to rethink those plans. In an article posted on the Japanese site ASCII (translated by Andriasang), a Sony representative stated that 20 megabyte cap will be put on downloads conducted through a 3G network. This is common in the mobile market Apple imposes a 20MB file size limit on 3G downloads for iPhone and iPad. Apple's iOS devices and Android both support larger file sizes, but those bigger downloads require a Wi-Fi connection.So, downloaded on the go will likely be limited to things like music and small-scale casual games that are typical of the mobile game market.3G connections, which often suffer from significant packet loss an...
Samsung seeks iPhone, iPad ban in The Netherlands
By SlashGear, published 23-09-2011
Samsung has filed four new patent infringement lawsuits against Apple in The Netherlands seeking to ban the iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, and both the first and second generation iPads. The devices are allegedly infringing on four of Samsung’s 3G wireless technology patents with each one represented by its own separate lawsuit. Apple has responded to [...]
iPhone 4S rumours: what you need to know
By TechRadar, published 23-09-2011
Apple iPhone 4S rumours: what you need to knowThe rumours are growing every day that Apple is about to launch not one, but two new phones in October: the iPhone 4S and the iPhone 5. Here's all you need to know about the feasibly forthcoming iPhone 4S. It seems unlikely that Apple will launch two new phones at once, as the previous phone (in this case, the iPhone 4) is always made available at a lower price with a smaller storage capacity.brightcove : 1027846751001But with more information emerging about a phone with 'minor updates' from the iPhone 4 emerging all the time, here's what we know about the rumoured iPhone 4S:The iPhone 4S will be a minor update to the iPhone 4In a similar move from the iPhone 3G to the 3GS(which saw only a slight processor improvement, video camera and compass...
Apple iPhone 4S rumours: what you need to know
By TechRadar, published 23-09-2011
Apple iPhone 4S rumours: what you need to knowThe rumours are growing every day that Apple is about to launch not one, but two new phones in October: the iPhone 4S and the iPhone 5. Here's all you need to know about the feasibly forthcoming iPhone 4S. It seems unlikely that Apple will launch two new phones at once, as the previous phone (in this case, the iPhone 4) is always made available at a lower price with a smaller storage capacity.brightcove : 1027846751001But with more information emerging about a phone with 'minor updates' from the iPhone 4 emerging all the time, here's what we know about the rumoured iPhone 4S:The iPhone 4S will be a minor update to the iPhone 4In a similar move from the iPhone 3G to the 3GS(which saw only a slight processor improvement, video camera and compass...
GI Staff And Reader Interests, Dislikes, And Favorite Games: Issue #222
By GameInformer, published 23-09-2011
The Game Informer monthly staff page is a forum where we all come together and talk about what's cool right now. We'll get the ball rolling and would love to hear everyone's current interests, dislikes, and favorite games. Andy McNamara Profile E-mail Editor Interests: Friday Night Lights, Mad Men, NFL Football,Cycling, Kidneys, Recovery Dislikes: Anyone That I Run Into Randomly On The Streets Who Doesn’t Really Play Games But Realizes I Work At Game Informer Then Proceeds To Tell Me Why Angry Birds And Cut The Rope Are The Greatest Games Ever Created, Being Away From Work For A Month To Donate A Kidney To My Brother (But I Like Giving Him A Kidney) Current Favorite Games: Ico and Shadow of the Colossus Collection, Crimson Alliance, L.A. Noire, God...
Review: Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray
By TechRadar, published 22-09-2011
Overview, design and feelIt's been a busy old year for Sony Ericsson. As it struggles to regain a foothold in the market it was once sucha major player in, it's been firing out more Android-based Xperia smartphones than long-lost relatives on an episode of Jeremy Kyle. And they're not half bad either.The Xperia Arc has been the flagship of 2011's bunch. Arriving in the spring, it became the skinny poster girl for the Swedish-Japanese hybrid, showing off its amazing screen presence with the help of the Sony Reality Display (the bit that reproduces colour on the screen and makes it look great) but in the Xperia Ray, Sony Ericsson has gone for a smaller model.Before we go any further, there is one point we have to make clear: this phone is small. And thin. Think smaller and thinner than you e...
Updated: 10 best touchscreen phones for 2011
By TechRadar, published 21-09-2011
10 best touchscreen phones for 2011Our best touchscreen phone article is constantly updated.Quite simply, touch screen technology is the innovation we now expect to see in some shape or form from every new smartphone that launches. Swapping a button-bashing existence for a softer sensing interface we can press, swipe, pinch and zoom, means we can now do a little bit more than simply stare into that pint-sized screen of ours.If the only QWERTY keyboard you want to see on a daily basis is the one nestled next to your office computer, here's our pick of the best touchscreen smartphones available right now in the UK.1. Samsung Galaxy S2The Galaxy brand has restored our faith in Samsung's ability to make great phones, and with Google's Android OS and some impressive touchscreen technology, the ...
iMessage support revealed in iChat for OS X Lion
By SlashGear, published 14-09-2011
Apple first introduced the new iMessage feature for iOS 5 back at WWDC 2011 as a unified messaging service that could deliver both text and multimedia messages over WiFi or 3G. It also offered read and delivery receipts as well as real-time typing indication. It was set to work for iPhones, iPads, and iPod touch [...]
The legal caravan moves to France, Samsung sues Apple for 3G connectivity patent infringements
By phoneArena, published 13-09-2011
Samsung has filed a lawsuit in Paris against Apple's iPhone 3G, 3GS, iPhone 4 and the 3G-enabled iPads, which says they infringe on 3 of its UMTS data patents. The first hearing is scheduled for December...
GameStop launches iOS device trade-ins
By GameSpot, published 13-09-2011
Speciality retailer now offering in-store credit or cash for any-generation iPad, iPhone, iPod, Mini, Shuffle, and Nano. GameStop isn't likely to get much value out of an Angry Birds trade-in, but the world's largest gaming retailer is seeing potential out of the iOS devices that the wildly popular mobile game runs on. Today, the world's largest gaming retailer announced that it has launched a trade-in program for used iOS devices, whereby gamers can get cash or in-store credit for their used iPads, iPhones, and iPods. GameStop is willing to pay as much as $200 for your old iPhone. Beginning today, GameStop has begun accepting any generation of Apple's iPad, iPhone, iPod, Mini, Shuffle, or Nano devices at select stores in the US. For their hardware, gamers...
Review: BlackBerry Torch 9810
By TechRadar, published 09-09-2011
Overview, design and feelThis time last year, BlackBerry fans were salivating at the imminent release of the Torch 9800. For the first time, those who'd been demanding a touchscreen smartphone from RIM (without SurePress, which we'll just gloss over) were getting their way with the safety net of a keyboard below that slid out. On top of that was 3G, a 5MP camera and the brand spanking new OS. What wasn't to love?And 12 months on we feel like we're experiencing a bit of deja-vu, because the Torch 9810 is now hitting shelves. And to look at it, not much has changed. The only thing that you'll notice as being really different on the exterior is the material it's made from. The BlackBerry Torch 9810 has been given less a makeover and more a new jacket. Gone is the black and dark chrome fascia,...
VidRhythm now available on iTunes
By GameSpot, published 09-09-2011
Harmonix launches audio-video mash-up app for Apple's handhelds at $2 price point. Harmonix roused the rhythm-game faithful in July, after a trademark application for "VidRhythm" surfaced in the US Patent and Trademark Office's online database. However, that excitement gave way to confusion, when the Boston-based studio said last month that the project would see release on iOS platforms, and it would be a bit of a misnomer to call VidRhythm a game. Don't call VidRhythm a "game." Those who'd like to see what VidRhythm actually is can now do so, as Harmonix announced today that the software application is available through Apple's iTunes store for $1.99. The app is compatible with Apple's iPad 2, iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, and 4th generation iPod Touch. VidRhyth...
Buying Guide: Best PAYG phone - budget mobiles compared
By TechRadar, published 09-07-2011
Best budget PAYG phonesWith the mobile marketplace teeming with a multitude of smartphones, one might wonder whether cheap pay and go phones still have a place in the mobile infrastructure.With massive innovation in both hardware and operating systems, phones now do a lot more than just let you talk and text, with phones like the Samsung Galaxy S2 and Apple iPhone 5 stealing headlines around the world these days.Sadly all this innovation isn't cheap – and most of it is reserved for high-end contract handsets. So, is there such a thing as the 'best pay as you go phone on a budget'?Omio has provided a list of the top selling cheap phones at the moment, which we've taken to task to bring you the best PAYG phones around at the moment - so if you're looking to pick up a decent handset for not...
Review: BlackBerry Torch 9860
By TechRadar, published 09-06-2011
Overview and designIt's taken a ridiculously long time to come, but this is it. This is the one. After the clickable screen of the BlackBerry Storm 2 and the touchscreen-with-slide-out-keyboard shenanigans of the original BlackBerry Torch, RIM has finally released a proper touchscreen smartphone.No ands or buts – the BlackBerry Torch 9860 is a 3.7-inch capacitive touchscreen, and that's it. Granted, the iPhone managed a similar-ish feat in 2007, but RIM's insistence in holding on to the designs that made it big in the first place have held it back from this moment.This 3.7-inch touchscreen the largest RIM has ever made, it's also the highest resolution, with a handy 480 x 800 pixels on display. Which is good, because you want the new BlackBerry OS 7 to look its best, don't you?Powering t...
Review: Three MiFi Huawei Wireless Modem E586
By TechRadar, published 09-05-2011
Three MiFi E586: OverviewThe way the tablet market has shaken out, it looks like those who want 3G built into their iPad or Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 will have to pay a hefty price for the privilege (on the iPad, for example, having the option costs an extra hundred pounds). And that's before you get to actually paying the networks.The MiFi was introduced as a cunning way to reduce this cost, and not just for tablets, but laptops, media players anything else Wi-Fi.What devices such as the Three MiFi Huawei Wireless Modem E586 do is connect to mobile broadband, and act as a Wi-Fi hotspot for up to five devices, making it ideal for Wi-Fi-only iPad owners, or even iPod touch users.As you might expect, you've got your choice of monthly or pay-as-you-go plans, with the MiFi E586 costing around £...
In Depth: Top 10 best gadgets at IFA 2011
By TechRadar, published 09-02-2011
Top 10 best gadgets at IFA 2011It's been a great year for gadgets at this year's Internationale Funkausstellung (IFA) in Berlin with all kinds of surprises - from internet-connected TVs to super-sized smartphones - in the exhibition halls. Here are just 10 of the best in show...1. Sony Android tabletsSony's long-rumoured rivals to the Apple iPad 2 finally made their debut at IFA 2011 - and they confounded as much as they surprised. The Sony Tablet P (£499) and Tablet S (£399), both include Nvidia Tegra 2 mobile processors running Android Honeycomb OS, front- and rear-facing cameras, a USB 2.0 port and an SD card slot.Just like the iPad 2, both tablets are available in Wi-Fi only and 3G models, but it's the clamshell Tablet P that really piques our interest. For the Sony Tablet P sports n...
Review: Updated: HTC Evo 3D
By TechRadar, published 24-08-2011
UPDATE: We've now re-reviewed this phone for the UK market, so check out our findings below.It seems like there are a bazillion Android phones on the market, which means any phone with a brand new feature seems like a colossal improvement. The latest of these big steps forward was the 'glasses-free' 3D screen on the LG Optimus 3D. Now splashing down is HTC's Evo 3D, with 3D features intended to be less alarming those on the Optimus 3D.We've got a cheeky little video of the HTC Evo 3D if you want to see the phone in action ahead of our full and in-depth review:In fact, at first glance, you might mistake the Evo 3D for any other slightly chunkier Android phone with a bright screen and HTC's Sense user interface. The problem is that the Android line-up has recently moved on to greener pasture...
Intertek tests AH-IPS LCD versus AMOLED for performance
By SlashGear, published 24-08-2011
One of the biggest improvements for the iPhone 3GS to the iPhone 4 was the screen. The AH-IPS panel that the iPhone 4 uses is much better than the older screens. A company called Intertek has pitted a 4.3-inch Super AMOLED display from the Galaxy S2 against a 4.5-inch AH-IPS Display like the one Apple [...]
Updated: iOS 5: all the latest details
By TechRadar, published 23-08-2011
We're expecting big things from Apple this year: the iPhone 5 will be with us at some point in 2011, and some rumours suggest we'll see the iPad 3 as early as this autumn. But in the meantime there's a new version of iOS, iOS 5 here and it's been revealed during tonight's WWDC 2011 keynote.iOS in numbers: 200 million iOS devices soldRead on for our list of all the new iOS 5 features but for a video rundown of what's new, check out our pal T3's video below:iOS 5 release dateThe iOS release date is Autumn 2011 - probably to coincide with the new iPhone.iOS 5 compatibilityiOS 5 will work with iPhone 4 and 3GS (the latter is a surprise), iPad and iPad 2, and the iPod touch 3rd and 4th gen. We're also a little surprised to see it's going to be rolled out to the original iPad, but as it has the ...
Apple caught resizing Samsung kit again in patent suit
By SlashGear, published 19-08-2011
Apple has been accused for the second time of manipulating images presented as part of its patent infringement suit against Samsung, this time for resizing shots of the Galaxy S so that they more closely resemble the iPhone 3G. Whereas Apple’s evidence shows two identically-scaled devices, ComputerWorld points out that in fact the Galaxy S is longer [...]
Skype Wi-Fi comes to iPhone and iPad
By TechRadar, published 18-08-2011
Skype has launched a free iOS app that gives iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch users access to Wi-Fi hotspots around the world using Skype Credits. It's a pay-as-you-go system, with users' Skype Credits depleting for every minute they spend on the Wi-Fi access, with UK users looking at around 4p per minute of internet time, although pricing will vary based on which ISP is providing the hotspot. You'll need to be running iOS 4.1 or above to ensure you have multitasking capabilities to make use of the Skype Wi-Fi app. Skype credThe other handy thing to note is that you'll be able to go online anywhere in the world for a relatively low price – in the US Wi-Fi starts at 6 cents a minute, while across Europe you're looking at €0.05 per sixty seconds. It's not quite the free Wi-Fi that Skype gave ...
Updated: iPhone 5 rumours: what you need to know
By TechRadar, published 17-08-2011
iPhone 5 (or the iPhone 4S, as some are calling it) rumours are flying thick and fast - indeed, it's become somewhat of a storm with the industry convinced that the new handset will make its debut in early September. Let's raid the iPhone 5 rumour fridge to find the tomatoes of truth amid the stinky stilton of baseless speculation.Check out what TechRadar is hoping makes it into the next iPhone, in our video wish list.iPhone 5 release dateThis year's WWDC was about software, not hardware, with Apple focussing on iOS and Mac OSOn 20 April 2011, it emerged that the iPhone 5 release date may be September 2011. This date was cited by three sources who spoke to Reuters. On 6 May it was reported that Apple manufacturer Pegatron has reportedly been given a massive order by Jobs and co to produce ...
Apple ramping up iPhone 5 volumes for the fourth quarter
By TechRadar, published 15-08-2011
Apple has reportedly began pushing up the amount of orders for the iPhone 5, preparing itself for what will be a massive fourth quarter for the company.According to Digi Times, the company has slightly cut its expected volumes for the iPhone 5 in the third quarter to 5.5 million (it was said to be at 7 million) but increased the amount of iPhones it is shipping in the fourth quarter to 20 million, which is up a massive 6 million.iPhone ordersWhen it comes to how the shipments are to be balanced out between the iPhone range, the iPhone 5 is set to take half of the total volume – which is said to be 56 million – while the iPhone 4 and 3GS will account for 20 million units in the third quarter.This drops to 8 million in the second quarter.The iPhone 5 UK release date is still unknown, but...
iPhone 5 orders peak as Apple reportedly preps for 20m-strong Q4
By SlashGear, published 15-08-2011
Apple has reportedly significantly increased its iPhone orders for the second half of 2011, with claims that the order book has swollen by up to 13-percent including contracts for the fifth-gen iPhone 5. Over 56m units – consisting of iPhone 5, iPhone 4 in GSM and CDMA flavors, and iPhone 3GS – have been ordered, DigiTimes [...]
Review: BlackBerry Bold 9900
By TechRadar, published 08-10-2011
The BlackBerry Bold 9900 comes as something of a shock. You see, for years, BlackBerry has, in a sense, been catching up. That's not a dig at its parent company – it's practically royalty in push email and corporate handset circles. But it has been rare for RIM to lead the way. Cameras, internet browsing, HTML emails – all were included on RIM's phones years after they'd become standard fare on other handsets. For recent examples of decent phones that didn't really push the envelope all that far, just take a look at the Bold 9780 and 9700.But the Bold 9000 finally offers some cutting-edge tech, and in an attractive package to boot. Its 1.2GHz processor, high-spec touchscreen, brand new OS7 and HD video camera are all specs we never really expected a BlackBerry to have before the next m...
Updated: iOS 5: all the latest details
By TechRadar, published 08-10-2011
We're expecting big things from Apple this year: the iPhone 5 will be with us at some point in 2011, and some rumours suggest we'll see the iPad 3 as early as this autumn. But in the meantime there's a new version of iOS, iOS 5 here and it's been revealed during tonight's WWDC 2011 keynote.iOS in numbers: 200 million iOS devices soldRead on for our list of all the new iOS 5 features but for a video rundown of what's new, check out our pal T3's video below:iOS 5 release dateThe iOS release date is Autumn 2011 - probably to coincide with the new iPhone.iOS 5 compatibilityiOS 5 will work with iPhone 4 and 3GS (the latter is a surprise), iPad and iPad 2, and the iPod touch 3rd and 4th gen. We're also a little surprised to see it's going to be rolled out to the original iPad, but as it has the ...
Apple becomes world's most valuable company
By TechRadar, published 08-09-2011
Apple officially became the world's most valuable company on Tuesday.The tech giant has overtaken Exxon Mobil after volatile market conditions on Monday and Tuesday saw the oil giant's stock prices take another hit, continuing a two week slump.Apple has so far proved resistant against the market slowdown and the contrasting fortunes of both companies saw Cupertino leap ahead to become the world's most valuable publicly traded company.On Tuesday Apple's value rose to $341.5 billion with Exxon falling to a mere $341.4 billion. The markets are yet to close in the US, so it's possible that Exxon could regain its position by the close of play.Record breakingApple's value has risen by an incredible 41 per cent in the last year, thanks largely to the success of the iPad 2 launch and the continued...
In Depth: iCloud: everything you need to know
By TechRadar, published 08-09-2011
MobileMe is dead. Long live iCloud. That's was the resounding message from Steve Jobs' keynote speech at Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference in June – an event that also saw the announcement of OS X 10.7 Leopard and iOS 5 for iPhone, iPad and iPod. The changes wrought by iCloud are fundamental to the way all these devices will work together in future. In a nutshell, Apple is using push technology – first pioneered by the BlackBerry smartphone and then adopted by the iPhone – and has widened its appeal with a whole raft of new features for OS X and iOS that could easily change the way you use them in future. What is iCloud?NOT SO MOBILE ME: Apple looks set to ditch MobileMe in a favour of iCloud, a new cloud-based service to include more in coming yearsThe biggest change is that t...
Update: Final Fantasy Tactics Coming To iOS Today
By GameInformer, published 08-04-2011
Update: When Square Enix says it will release a game in three days, it doesn't lie. As announced on Monday, Final Fantasy Tactics: War of the Lions on iOS is available now. Original Story:Square Enix has gotten its classic strategy/RPG through Apple's approval process at last. You can download it to your iPhone on Thursday for $15.99. The iPad version remains a month or so behind, unfortunately. If you're behind in iPhone world, though, you're out of luck. Final Fantasy Tactics runs on iPhone 3GS and iPhone 4, not the slower early models. Unsurprising, since the iPhone 3G can barely run iOS itself these days. The iPhone version doesn't have the multiplayer modes from the excellent PSP remake, but there's plenty of game there regardless. Is FFT awesome enough to ge...
In Depth: Hands on: BlackBerry Torch 9810 review
By TechRadar, published 08-04-2011
The BlackBerry Torch sold surprisingly well given the lukewarm critical feedback it received, and showed the public still hankers after a decent touchscreen/physical keyboard combo.So when we heard of a sequel, we were excited to see if this would deliver a decent experience to go with the popular form factor - and we've been presented with the BlackBerry Torch 9810.The first thing you'll notice is, well, there's not much difference between it and the first iteration. We're talking the same 14.6mm depth 161g weight and the same 3.2-inch screen.The screen is actually one of two main changes - the resolution has been upped to an acceptable 480x640 pixel count (although we're waiting on official confirmation that it's not actually WVGA 800x480) which is a big improvement over the old HVGA off...
In Depth: iPad travel: guide to taking your tablet abroad
By TechRadar, published 08-04-2011
Wherever you're going and however long you'll be straying from home, there's no excuse for overpacking. So how to reduce the bulk? We pack with our iPad in mind. Whatever your device – iPad, iPhone or iPod touch – it's the smart way to dump your maps, books and travel guides without feeling stranded and lost. With an iPhone in your backpack, you can download the local Lonely Planet to iBooks, log on to a travel blog or check out a hotel's latest reviews, all while you're standing on its doorstep. The results that you get will be more relevant, more timely and altogether more useful. You needn't stop there, though. Swap your CDs for downloads and transfer a handful of TV shows and films, and even the longest flight will fly by, without you having to pay an excess for stuffing too much i...
Final Fantasy Tactics Coming To iOS Thursday
By GameInformer, published 08-01-2011
Square Enix has gotten its classic strategy/RPG through Apple's approval process at last. You can download it to your iPhone on Thursday for $15.99. The iPad version remains a month or so behind, unfortunately. If you're behind in iPhone world, though, you're out of luck. Final Fantasy Tactics runs on iPhone 3GS and iPhone 4, not the slower early models. Unsurprising, since the iPhone 3G can barely run iOS itself these days. The iPhone version doesn't have the multiplayer modes from the excellent PSP remake, but there's plenty of game there regardless. Is FFT awesome enough to get you to drop $16 on an app?
Updated: iPhone 5 rumours: what you need to know
By TechRadar, published 08-01-2011
iPhone 5 (or the iPhone 4S, as some are calling it) rumours are flying thick and fast already. Let's raid the iPhone 5 rumour fridge to find the tomatoes of truth amid the stinky stilton of baseless speculation.Check out what TechRadar is hoping makes it into the next iPhone, in our video wish list.iPhone 5 release dateThis year's WWDC was about software, not hardware, with Apple focussing on iOS and Mac OSOn 20 April 2011, it emerged that the iPhone 5 release date may be September 2011. This date was cited by three sources who spoke to Reuters. On 6 May it was reported that Apple manufacturer Pegatron has reportedly been given a massive order by Jobs and co to produce 15 million handsets ready for the phone's autumn launch.On 19 July Apple seemingly confirmed the presence of a new iPhone ...
Nokia X7 - Superb looks, but doesn't have much else? [Review]
By Thinkdigit, published 08-01-2011
If you have Rs 20k to spend on a touchscreen smartphone, the choices are just endless. A gamut of solid Android phones - Samsung Galaxy S (S-LCD version), Samsung Google Nexus S and the LG Optimus Black, are available. Plus, let us not forget that the ageing Apple iPhone 3GS is now available for around Rs 19k after the recent price reduction. The Nokia N8 is hovering in the vicinity, but age seems to be catching up with it. The Samsung Wave II with the updated Bada OS is yet another option. As y [...] Read the entire article
AT&T's blackout date for employee vacations points to a coming new Apple iPhone launch
By phoneArena, published 31-07-2011
Since the launch of the Apple iPhone 3G, fans knew that the release of the latest version was coming soon when word leaked that AT&T employees were being prevented from taking their vacation during a specific two week blackout period...
Kingston Ships Wi-Drive Wireless Storage Solution
By HotHardware, published 28-07-2011
Kingston is now shipping its Wi-Drive wireless storage device for the Apple iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch. This device uses a built-in Wi-Fi signal and is capable of streaming movies, music, and other content to your iOS device. The Wi-Drive comes in 16GB and 32GB capacities. The drive is compatible with the Apple iPad; iPhone 3G, 3GS, 4G (3G...
iPhone 5 to return to 3GS design?
By TechRadar, published 26-07-2011
The iPhone 5 seems pretty much nailed on for launch in a couple of months' time - but apparently new cases have appeared to give away certain elements of the design.Chinese case manufacturers have been sent design briefings of the new iPhone 5 chassis, and according to Mobile Fun, feature a return to the olden days of iPhone design with a curved back, rather than the square appearance of the popular fourth iteration of Apple's phone.We can't begin to tell you how sceptical we are over such a 'leak', given Apple's desperation to keep its forthcoming designs under wraps, but this wouldn't be the first time a case maker has outed designs before launch.Apparently two different manufacturers have been sent the same designs and produced cases according - the images seem to suggest that there wil...
HTC Omega details leaked
By TechRadar, published 26-07-2011
Supposed specifications for a handset dubbed the HTC Omega have been published, suggesting that this could be HTC's first Windows Phone 7 Mango device set for release this autumn. Rumours suggest that it will have a 3.8-inch screen and may be a mid-ranged Mango-based follow-up to the HTC 7 Mozart from the company's first batch of Windows phones.According to the leak, the Omega will include a 1.5 GHz single-core processor, 512MB of RAM, 16GB of storage and an 8MP camera with 720p HD video recording. Alpha and omega If this phone hits the shelves, you are also likely to also get the usual connectivity options of Bluetooth, 3G, Wi-Fi and GPS included for all your navigational needs.The leaked specs mention that there will be no expandable storage via microSD which is not uncommon for a device...
HTC 'open to discussions' with Apple over patent dispute
By TechRadar, published 26-07-2011
HTC has expressed a desire to sit down with Apple and discuss the ongoing patent dispute between the two companies. HTC shares took a tumble after a US court ruled that it has infringed two Apple patents earlier this month, which is quite possibly what has prompted this sudden urge to meet with Apple. It's good to talkWinston Yung, HTC's chief financial officer, told Bloomberg, "We have to sit down and figure it out. "We're open to having discussions. We are open to all sorts of solutions, as long as the solution and the terms are fair and reasonable. "On and off we've had discussions with Apple, even before the initial determination came out." No doubt HTC is keen to avoid paying out too many patent royalties to Apple – it already pays Microsoft a per handset fee due to its use of paten...
Gingerbread for Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 coming this week
By TechRadar, published 26-07-2011
Sony Ericsson has posted a juicy titbit on its Facebook page, revealing that the Android 2.3 software update for the Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 could happen this very week.The post reads, "The launch of the 2.3 software for X10 is getting closer, and the planned release date is approx. w30." Week 30 began yesterday, meaning the update could land any day now. Long time comingSony Ericsson went on to warn excitable users that, "The date could still be changed, since the launch is depending on operators' approval."The software will be rolled out continuously, just like the earlier 2.1 release. "The exact launch date is depending on market and operators approval, so it will unfortunately not be possible to give precise information on launch dates for each market/operator. You will get more infor...
Apple Releases iOS 4.3.5, iOS 4.2.10 to Fix Security Issue
By HotHardware, published 26-07-2011
Out of the blue, Apple has released iOS 4.3.5 and iOS 4.2.10. The new versions fix another security hole, and have been released only about a week after Apple patched other security holes with iOS 4.3.4 and 4.2.9. iOS 4.3.5 is available for iOS 3.0 through 4.3.4 for iPhone 3GS and iPhone 4 (GSM), iOS 3.1 through 4.3.4 for iPod touch (3rd generation)...
Online Anywhere: The Complete Guide to Mobile Internet
By MaximumPC, published 22-07-2011
In a very short time frame we’ve become constantly connected; always on and high speed, we need to be able to get our internet fix anytime, anywhere. Most of us are more than a little reliant on our Internet connections; it’s certainly not far from the truth to say that we take this access for granted. For example, how many of us would be horrified if we had to go back to a 56K modem? (To those of you who are currently rocking such a vintage connection speed, our condolences). While there are many methods of getting a high-speed connection when you’re away from your home service, they all have their pros and cons. We’re going to break down some of the different devices and services that provide internet access across all fifty states, delivering that delicious online content you cr...
Updated: iPhone 5 rumours: what you need to know
By TechRadar, published 20-07-2011
iPhone 5 (or the iPhone 4S, as some are calling it) rumours are flying thick and fast already. Let's raid the iPhone 5 rumour fridge to find the tomatoes of truth amid the stinky stilton of baseless speculation.Check out what TechRadar is hoping makes it into the next iPhone, in our video wish list.iPhone 5 release dateThis year's WWDC was about software, not hardware, with Apple focussing on iOS and Mac OSA new report from China later stated that Q3 (which still includes July) is now the earliest we will see the iPhone 5, after the disaster in Japan pushed back supply of key components.On 20 April 2011, it emerged that the iPhone 5 release date may be September 2011. This date was cited by three sources who spoke to Reuters. On 6 May it was reported that Apple manufacturer Pegatron has re...
Exclusive: Samsung denies Galaxy R set to land in UK
By TechRadar, published 19-07-2011
Reports that the Samsung Galaxy Z, a watered-down version of the fancy Galaxy S2, is coming to the UK have been played down by the Korean firm.The phone, which features a dual 1GHz Tegra 2 processor and slightly smaller 4.3-inch screen without the Super AMOLED Plus screen, was supposed to be coming to the UK as the Galaxy R - but we have since received the following statement from Samsung:"To date, the Samsung Galaxy R has not been confirmed for the UK Market. "However Samsung currently has a range of Galaxy handsets available in the UK, including the Galaxy S II and the Galaxy Ace, and is committed to providing a range of smartphones at varied price options to suit different consumer needs."Neither here nor thereIt's a pretty vague statement to be honest - it doesn't preclude the possibil...
Google+ for iPhone hits the Apple Appstore
By TechRadar, published 19-07-2011
Google's new social network Google+ is now available for the iPhone, with the app finally getting approval from Apple.TechRadar was the first to bring you news that Google was working on an app for Google+ on the iPhone but the timeline for its launch wasn't known.While it isn't clear why the app wasn't released simultaneously with the Android version, it's now available on the App Store free of charge.Sharing simpler"Google+ for mobile makes sharing the right things with the right people a lot simpler," says the app's blurb."Huddle lets you send super-fast messages to the people you care about most. And no matter where you are, the stream lets you stay in the loop about what your friends are sharing and where they're checking in."The app in its screenshots looks similar to the Android ver...
In pictures: Google+ iPhone app
By TechRadar, published 19-07-2011
We've got a look at Google's newly-approved Google+ app - you can download it now from the link. We'll be bringing you a full Hands on: Google+ review on TechRadar as soon as we've had a proper play with the app.The app is compatible with iPhone 3G, 3GS and 4 but you'll be able to run it in compatibility mode on the iPad. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Sky Go app for iOS appears on App Store
By TechRadar, published 19-07-2011
The Sky Go app has finally made into onto the App Store, with Apple allowing the online and mobile TV app from one of the UK's biggest broadcasters to go through. Sky Go is the service that brings together Sky Mobile TV and Sky Player into one service, allowing the streaming of live sports and movies for those with the right TV subscriptions. Sky TV customers will now be able to watch the five Sky Sports channels, ESPN and Sky News on their iOS devices, including iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch. Subs There will also be access to a selection of Sky Movies channels, depending on the user's subscription package. More Sky channels are set to be added as the service grows. Sky's recent acquisition of The Cloud public Wi-Fi service will soon be supporting Sky Go, but timings for that roll out are st...
Nokia Sea Ray Windows Phone 7 prototype caught on video
By TechRadar, published 19-07-2011
Nokia's Windows Phone 7 prototype, code-named Sea Ray, has been leaked again in a very clear, very thorough video from one of the company's manufacturing plants. The video shows an anonymous demonstrator removing the handset from its boxy protective casing and demonstrating the hardware features before turning the handset on to show off the Mango-flavoured operating system. There's also a brief demo of the camera, complete with shutter button. Let's blue sky this guerrilla marketing ideaThe handset was first "leaked" when a video of CEO Stephen Elop showing it off landed on the internet in June (not long after the company announced the MeeGo-running Nokia N9, to which Sea Ray is almost identical). We're not saying Nokia is definitely "leaking" these photos and videos on purpose, but when E...
Low cost, pre-paid Apple iPhone coming; could be the Apple iPhone 3GS
By phoneArena, published 18-07-2011
Sources for BGR say that a pre-paid, low cost model of the Apple iPhone will indeed be launched this year; the price of the unit is expected to be no higher than $350 off contract and could be the iPhone 3GS which couold combine with the Apple iPhone 4 and a new iPhone 4S/5 to cover the low, middle and high ends...
Apple iOS 4.3.4 update released to fix jailbreak; gets jailbroken right away
By Thinkdigit, published 18-07-2011
Apple has released an update for iOS, bringing it up to version 4.3.4, and fixing the infamous PDF exploit that was being used for jailbreaking any Apple device including the iPad 2. The PDF exploit was recently exposed through JailbreakMe 3.0. The browser based jailbreak supported iPad 1, iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS and iPod Touch 3rd and 4th gen. However, Internet is abuzz with reports that the update is also vulnerable to the jailbreak. GSMarena.com says in its report that PwnageTool will still a [...] Read the entire article
Apple iOS 4.3.4 Released, PDF Vulnerability Fixed
By SlashGear, published 15-07-2011
Apple today released the iOS 4.3.4 update for the iPhone 3GS, both the GSM and CDMA versions of the iPhone 4, both generations of the iPad, and the third and fourth generation iPod touch. The update came as promised to fix the PDF security loophole and to block the JailbreakMe iPhone unlocking tool. The PDF [...]
Buying Guide: Mac or iPad: which is right for you?
By TechRadar, published 07-11-2011
Back in 2008, Apple was getting a lot of flack for not launching a cheap netbook. With the recession starting to bite, netbook sales were booming, but Steve Jobs, Apple CEO, seemed unimpressed. "The market is just getting started – we'll see how it goes," he said in his characteristically enigmatic style. Then, after a long period of inactivity, Apple launched the iPad, and now nobody is talking about netbooks anymore. Tablets are the device du jour that everybody wants to own. This month AppleInsider.com reported on speculation that Apple will sell between 40 million and 45 million iPads in 2011. This staggering figure was revealed to analyst Brian White in meetings with component suppliers during a tech trip with Ticonderoga Securities to China and Taiwan.That's a lot of sales for a de...
Teardown of HTC ThunderBolt points to higher cost of LTE enabled Apple iPhone
By phoneArena, published 07-10-2011
The parts that go into the HTC ThunderBolt add up to $262, with the 4G LTE baseband chip from Qualcomm the most expensive part of the smartphone; according to IHS iSuppli, this shows that a LTE enabled version of the Apple iPhone would cost 23% more to build than the current 3G model...
In Depth: 10 iPad apps to make Android users jealous
By TechRadar, published 07-09-2011
Even now, more than a year after the original iPad was released, it retains that incredible wow factor. Wherever you use it, people's eyes are drawn, mesmerised by the mere sight of the thing. But your friends and family will soon get used to the fact that you've got one, and their initial excitement will start to ebb away. Unless, that is, you can load up some apps that transform the iPad in to a jaw-dropping slab of inspiring and astonishing tech. Rather than leave you to trawl the App Store and spend your money trying out a big range of apps, we've selected 10 of the finest there are, all of which beautifully showcase what the iPad can do. When you've got people round, pop these apps together in a folder on your iPad's Home screen and stick it on your coffee table, much as you would wit...
Buying Guide: Tablet buying guide: 10 things to look for
By TechRadar, published 07-09-2011
With more tablets arriving on the market, how do you choose which is best for you? Here's our quick and easy guide to choosing your perfect tablet.1. What operating system does it run? There are various different operating systems available for tablets. By far the most popular is iOS - the Apple option found on the iPad and iPhone. Many of the tablets due out during 2011 will run Android 3.0 - a new purpose-built version of the Google-backed operating system found on many phones. See our article What is Android? for more.Other operating systems are on tablets from Blackberry and HP. Although there are some tablets that run Microsoft's Windows 7, this operating system isn't specially designed for tablet use but Windows 8 is looking increasingly tablet-friendly. For more on tablet operating ...
Rumour: Apple planning 3G iPod touch
By TechRadar, published 07-08-2011
Apple might be about to close the gap between the iPhone and the iPod touch by kitting-out a new version of the latter with 3G data connectivity, according to reports.Dutch website AppleSpot.nl is claiming, that like the iPad, the world-beating handheld music and games titan will get a data-only service whenever a new version is launched, likely to be later this year.So, rather than have a cellular connection to make phone calls, you could use services like Skype to make VoIP voice and video calls, connect to social networks and play games online.Just like the iPadA rough translation of the report says: "It will work just like the iPad; you get a 3G enabled simcard from your provider and put that in you iPod Touch."Apple's choice of bringing 3G to the iPod Touch isn't all that weird, if it...
iPod touch 3G tipped for September: Data-only 3G radio
By SlashGear, published 07-08-2011
While we’ve been fielding rumors of iPhone 5‘s and iPad HD‘s of late, let’s not forget the iPod touch, itself due for a refresh in September. Rumors regarding what the fifth-gen touch could offer have been thin on the ground so far, but Applespot.nl claims the PMP will, in fact, be the much-requested iPod touch 3G, [...]
Is this the next-gen Apple iPhone for China Mobile?
By phoneArena, published 07-08-2011
Sohu.com has a picture on its site that could be the next-generation Apple iPhone that is supposedly headed to China Mobile to run on the carrier's 3G TD-SCDMA network; Apple COO Tim Cook reportedly met with executives of the world's largest mobile carrier to discuss a deal...
Skype for Android gets video calling update
By TechRadar, published 30-06-2011
Skype has updated its Android app bringing video calling to the smartphone party. The new version, Skype for Android 2.0, allows HTC Desire S, Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Xperia Pro (good luck with that, it's not actually out yet) and Google Nexus S owners to make free video calls over both Wi-Fi and 3G. As well as calling other Skype-toting Android phones, you'll be able to video-chat with Skype users on iPhone, Apple Macs, Windows PCS and web-cam-enabled Smart TVs. Android VHSAlong with the video functionality, the app interface has had a bit of a spruce up, with a new main menu for easy navigation and a thrilling new 'mood message box' where you can update your current mood status. If you're lucky enough to own one of the launch handsets, you can download the updated app from the Android ...
Analyst Predicts Apple Will Offer Free iPhone 3GS w/Subscription
By HotHardware, published 29-06-2011
With the iPhone 5 rumored to launch this September, analysts and users alike have turned to wondering what adjustments Apple will make to its pricing structure. Mike Abramsky, an analyst with RBC Capital Markets, has stated he expects Apple to break with its established pattern where updates are concerned. To date, each successive product...
Analyst predicts that the iPhone 3GS will be priced at free when the next iPhone debuts
By phoneArena, published 29-06-2011
RBC Capital Markets General Manager Mike Abramsky predicts that Apple will finally be on the market with a free smartphone when the next version of the iPhone arrives. Specifically, he claims that Apple will be selling the...
Review: Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo
By TechRadar, published 29-06-2011
Sitting pretty in the hand, the small Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo smartphone and its 8.1-megapixel camera offer photographic skills far beyond what you'd expect for its 125g weight. The 3.7-inch screen with multi-touch Reality display is nice and sharp, and benefits colour-wise from Mobile Bravia technology. However it fares poorly in direct sunlight, with us having to pull the ol' hand-as-a-sun-blocker move. The phone is small enough to use comfortably with one hand, so it's not a huge problem, but essentially, with smartphones such as the Samsung Galaxy S2 carrying AMOLED and the Apple iPhone 4 with its Retina display technology, should we really be having problems with direct sunlight any more?But, moving on, the (blue for us) semi-anodised finish, curved posterior and well-distributed wei...
Rumour: iPhone 5, Apple TV coming soon
By Thinkdigit, published 27-06-2011
The iPhone 4 launched some time ago, the iPhone 3GS has just been re-launched, so when is iPhone 5 coming out? And is Apple going to launch a brand new product range, something that the company has never offered before? Yes, Apple TV -- not just the media player but a full-fledged television with screen -- is reportedly in the works. All that and more, in our Apple gadget rumour round-up. iPhone 5 If the iPhone 3GS and iPhone 4 don't quite cut it for you, maybe you're looking forward to the [...] Read the entire article
iPhone 3GS re-launched at Rs. 19,990
By Thinkdigit, published 27-06-2011
Apple has re-launched the iPhone 3GS for just Rs. 19,990 in a bid to eat into the Android smartphone pie, after successfully unveiling the iPhone 4 locked to Airtel and Aircel operators. The re-launched iPhone 3GS only have 8GB storage but come factory unlocked, giving you the option to use it with a SIM from any of India's telecom operators. According to a TOI report, mobile phone retailers across Mumbai and Delhi are reporting available stocks of the "new" iPhone 3GS. For anyone who [...] Read the entire article
iPhone 4 named most popular camera on Flickr
By TechRadar, published 22-06-2011
The iPhone 4 is the most popular camera on Flickr, according to new figures released by the photo-sharing website.An update to its running tally of the most popular cameras used by the Flickr community of photographers reveals that the Apple iPhone 4 has overtaken the Nikon D90 as the most prevalent camera.This leap comes just a year after the iPhone 4 was released. The Apple iPhone 4 camera is followed by the Nikon D90, Canon EOS 5D Mark II, Canon EOS 450D (aka EOS Digital Rebel XSi) and the Canon EOS 500D (aka EOS Rebel T1i).Flickr says its graphs show the number of members who have uploaded at least one photo or video with a particular camera on a given day over the last year.However, the Flickr team adds that, "The graphs are only accurate to the extent that we can automatically detect...
Updated: iPhone 5 rumours: what you need to know
By TechRadar, published 22-06-2011
iPhone 5 (or the iPhone 4S, as some are calling it) rumours are flying thick and fast already. Let's raid the iPhone 5 rumour fridge to find the tomatoes of truth amid the stinky stilton of baseless speculation.But first, our colleagues on T3.com have rounded up the latest rumours in the iPhone 5 video below.iPhone 5 release dateThis year's WWDC was about software, not hardware, with Apple focussing on iOS and Mac OSA new report from China later stated that Q3 (which still includes July) is now the earliest we will see the iPhone 5, after the disaster in Japan pushed back supply of key components.On 20 April 2011, it emerged that the iPhone 5 release date may be September 2011 rather than June/July. This date was cited by three sources who spoke to Reuters. As iOS 5 is set to be out in the...
Sony launches Music Unlimited app for Android
By TechRadar, published 15-06-2011
Sony has launched its cloud-based Music Unlimited service for all Android phones, bringing unlimited subscription streaming and access to your own music library.Music Unlimited powered by Qriocity is a free app now available to download from the Android Market and will offer over 7-million tracks that can be instantly streamed to any Android device over Wi-Fi and 3G.As well as the all-you-can-eat Spotify-style model, users can also upload their own tracks to the web-based service and stream them to the device.SubscriptionThe Music Unlimited service offers two price tiers, with the £3.99 option offering a Pandora-like, ad-free radio experience, while the Premium offering is £10 a month and allows you to listen to any song whenever you like and create your own playlists.Both plans allow us...
Updated: Top 200 best iPad apps 2011
By TechRadar, published 15-06-2011
Whether you have an iPad or iPad 2 that means deciding which apps you should purchase and download right away.We tested the launch apps when the first iPad became available in the US and we ranked them below based on how they test out, if they make use of the larger screen, and any added perks.iPad review (Wi-Fi version)iPad 3G reviewiPad 2 reviewWhen the iPad became available in the UK, we trawled the UK App Store to pick our favourite free iPad apps, paid-for iPad apps, free iPad games and paid-for iPad games. You'll find links to all those round-ups at the end of this article.1. Kindle for iPadWhy list a free e-book reader as the top pick when Apple's own iBook is included? Ask anyone who owns a Kindle - with this free app, you can download every book and magazine you have ever purchase...
Unlocked iPhone 4 coming to the U.S.?
By phoneArena, published 13-06-2011
Sources claim that iPhone 4 models are arriving at Apple stores, bearing the serial numbers of unlocked GSM devices; T-Mobile customers will rejoice at the ability to have native 3G support for their iPhones...
Hitachi Offers 3GB Of Cloud Storage For Free
By HotHardware, published 06-11-2011
In an effort to help users back up important files, Hitachi recently announced HitachiBackup.com, a cloud storage service that provides anywhere, anytime access to your digital files. With the service, the first 3GB of online storage are free. For $49 per year, you can upgrade to 250GB. With a paid account, you'll also get the Apple iPhone...
Updated: 10 best touchscreen phones for 2011
By TechRadar, published 06-10-2011
Our best touchscreen phone article is constantly updated.Quite simply, touch screen technology is the innovation we now expect to see in some shape or form from every new smartphone that launches. Swapping a button-bashing existence for a softer sensing interface we can press, swipe, pinch and zoom, means we can now do a little bit more than simply stare into that pint-sized screen of ours.If the only QWERTY keyboard you want to see on a daily basis is the one nestled next to your office computer, here's our pick of the best touchscreen smartphones available right now in the UK.1. Samsung Galaxy S2The Galaxy brand has restored our faith in Samsung's ability to make great phones, and with Google's Android OS and some impressive touchscreen technology, the S2 continues that trend.Housed with...
Review: HTC ChaCha
By TechRadar, published 06-10-2011
Let's get one thing straight: the HTC ChaCha is not the Facebook phone. It's not manufactured by Facebook. But let's get another thing straight, too: the HTC ChaCha is the Facebook experience. And it's even endorsed to a certain extent by the King of the network, Mark Zuckerberg, who gave a sermon about it at the phone's launch.HTC has taken its already winning Sense interface and remoulded it with a big blue 'F' at the centre - something the notoriously quiet Facebook founder went on record as saying he's "very happy" with and, in a nod to the future, how they "look forward to a lot more to come".Rocking the latest Android iteration, Gingerbread 2.3.3 and fully capable of a dance-off with some other 3G-capable Android devices, it's due to hit stores any day now, with a sim-free price tag ...
Week in Tech: Apple blurs the lines between iOS and OS X
By TechRadar, published 06-10-2011
Apple's World Wide Developers' Conference (WWDC) is easy to parody: Steve Jobs says "boom", the assembled hordes shout "woo!" and a million hands reach for their credit cards to buy whatever shiny new thing Steve has just showed off. This year, though, things were a little different. Apple may not have shown off shiny new hardware, but it did demonstrate some very big ideas.First up was OS X Lion, the latest and greatest version of Apple's desktop operating system. As we predicted last year, the lines between OS X and iOS - which runs on Apple's iPhones, iPads and iPod Touches - are blurring. Lion has lots of iOS-inspired features including multi-touch gestures, full-screen apps and autosaving among the 250 enhancements making their way into Apple's OS.One thing we didn't predict was OS X ...
Review: Microsoft Photosynth (iPhone)
By TechRadar, published 06-10-2011
When a stunning vista takes your breath away, your natural reaction, after drinking it in for a few moments, is to want to take the memory away with you to look back on. But a regular photo often fails to capture the scene in all its glory - nothing like actually being there. Microsoft's free Photosynth iPhone app goes some way to rectifying this by helping you capture a full panorama of the view. Now, while there are plenty of apps out there that do a competent job at stitching photos together, Photosynth is in another league entirely. Not only does it help you capture shots that are suitable for stitching, but it combines them pretty much flawlessly - even our discerning colleagues over on sister publication Digital Camera Magazine were impressed. When you've snapped and it has stitched,...
Review: Vodafone Smart
By TechRadar, published 06-07-2011
Vodafone's Smart is one of the most affordable Android devices on the market. Certainly, at £70 on pay as you go, it is attractively priced. But does it live up to what Android can offer? A low price and good value for money aren't the same thing. For all those of you who were expecting us to make the comparison at some point let's get it out of the way. The obvious comparison is with the Orange San Francisco. We simply loved that £99 Android smartphone. Other low-cost Android options include something like the Motorola Flipout though if you can stretch the budget you could go for something like the HTC Wildfire, currently around £129 SIM-free.So, the Vodafone Smart enters crowded territory. Vodafone has tried to differentiate things by letting you create custom backplates for £10 each...
HTC ChaCha gets secret processor spec upgrade
By TechRadar, published 06-07-2011
The HTC ChaCha must have performed badly in pre-release testing as it's been given a processor boost at launch.The news was outed by online retailer Clove, which spotted that the device's listed specs feature an 800MHz processor, rather than the 600MHz offering we saw at Mobile World Congress this year.We're not sure exactly what model CPU we're seeing here, but we assume it's a Qualcomm offering powering the Android 2.3 platform underneath the new Facebook phone.Look at them Facebookers, thinking they're all that...The ChaCha, like its HTC Salsa stablemate, has a dedicated Facebook key, allowing users to share whatever tunes, webpages or pictures they like to the social network at the push of a button.Apparently it has tickled Three's fancy, with the network launching the HTC ChaCha from ...
Samsung embracing hacker community for Galaxy S2
By TechRadar, published 06-07-2011
Samsung appears to have decided that the way it's going to encourage the most innovation on its smartphones is to get the hacking community involved.Unlike the likes of Apple and Microsoft, which favour a walled-garden approach to phone development, Samsung has sent a free Galaxy S2 to the CyanogenMod team.For those who don't know, CyanogenMod is a different version of the Android OS developed for specific phones such as the Google Nexus S and HTC Desire, and is pretty popular among phone modifiers.Upping the stakesSamsung has realised this and seems keen to help, rather than hinder, the hacking community develop its products. We hope this speeds up the attempts to bring CyanogenMod to the Samsung Galaxy S, which has been in development for aeons, it seems.It's an odd move for Samsung on p...
WWDC 2011: iOS 5 revealed; iMessage and iCloud services announced; OS X Lion detailed
By Thinkdigit, published 06-07-2011
Apple had quite a bit to announce at WWDC 2011, from the new and improved iOS 5 and Mac OS X Lion, to the iMessage and the iCloud storage services, all of which spell handy new features for iOS device owners. iOS 5 We’ll start with iOS 5, which Apple says will be released in the American Fall, and which shall be compatible with the iPhone 4 and 3GS, iPad 1 and 2, as well as the iPod touch 3G and 4G. To be noted, iOS 5, at least the beta release that is available now, has reportedly al [...] Read the entire article
Updated: Apple WWDC 2011: all the latest news
By TechRadar, published 06-06-2011
Apple's uncharacteristically detailed announcement didn't just confirm that the WWDC would be a Stevenote: it also told us what he'd be talking about. Here's what has been shown off. We'll be updating this page throughout the keynote as the news is announced.OS X 10.7 LionFirst off, Apple's Phil Schiller took to the stage to show off new features of OS X Lion.New OS X 10.7 Lion features shown off by AppleToday's announcement sees over 250 new features added to the OS, with Schiller showing off ten key features, including fullscreen applications and multi-touch gestures.Mac OS X 10.7 Lion features explainedWe've gone in depth to look at all the new features in OS X Lion and those previously shown by Apple.Mac OS X 10.7 Lion: UK release date and pricing revealedHow much are you going to pay ...
WWDC 2011: iPhone 5 release date set for autumn 2011?
By TechRadar, published 06-06-2011
Steve Jobs just wrapped up his WWDC 2011 keynote speech, with nary a mention of any hardware. The fact that Apple didn't announce an iPhone 5 or iPhone 4S today makes a September release date seem ever-more likely. iOS 5, which was revealed today, was also given the vague release date of 'this fall' (autumn) – we've put two and two together and come out with September; so will iOS 5 launch with the iPhone 5?SighIt's not that we were exactly expecting a new iPhone given the multitude of leaks and rumours suggesting that we wouldn't see such a thing this WWDC, but we're still a little bit disappointed. Still, the iOS 5 features will make the iPhone 4 (and iPhone 3GS, would you believe) feel like a new phone, however, bringing iMessage, new notifications, integrated Twitter support and an i...
WWDC 2011: iTunes Match brings your whole music collection to the cloud
By TechRadar, published 06-06-2011
Apple has announced a new deal to bring your entire music library to the cloud and make it available on any iOS device you have synced.The new service will scan your music library and 'tag' any songs you own on the Apple server - the huge base we saw being built last year in North Carolina.The music will then be offered in 256Kbps AAC files - which is a real bonus if you've got 32Kbps versions of songs kicking around from the late '90s as these will get an iMakeover.But is it better than Spotify?The songs Apple has confirmed you own will be available to download on any device running iOS 5 that you've signed into your personal account, meaning huge swathes of music available from anywhere you have a decent connection.Any music Apple cannot match (basically the downloaded stuff with no ID3 ...
WWDC 2011: Apple iOS 5 coming to iPhone 3GS and older iPads
By TechRadar, published 06-06-2011
Apple has confirmed that the new version of its software, iOS 5, will run across the iPhone 3GS, iPod touch third and fourth gen and both the iPad 2 and the original.The SDK actually leaked out to the developer community before the official WWDC announcement, giving some users a surprise peak at what was to come.And the good news is that the 3GS will still be keeping up with the iPhoneses as Apple confirmed that the new software will be available to download for the legacy device.Getting in on the good stuffThe iPad 2 and iPad are both getting the upgrade to the new software, as well as the recent iPod touch models.This means features like the split screen keyboards for iPads, over the air software updates and tabbed Safari browsing are all coming to the legacy models for free.However, you...
Updated: iOS 5: all the latest details
By TechRadar, published 06-06-2011
We're expecting big things from Apple this year: the iPhone 5 will be with us at some point in 2011, some rumours suggest we'll see the iPad 3 as early as this autumn. But in the meantime there's a new version of iOS, iOS 5 here and it's been revealed during tonight's WWDC 2011 keynote.iOS in numbers: 200 million iOS devices soldWe're updating this article constantly with new iOS 5 features so keep checking back - and in the meantime, check out our video of the 10 best iPhone apps:iOS 5 release dateThe iOS release date is Autumn 2011 - probably to coincide with the new iPhone.iOS 5 compatibilityiOS 5 will work with iPhone 4 and 3GS (the latter is a surprise), iPad and iPad 2 and the iPod touch 3rd and 4th gen. We're also a little surprised to see it's going to be rolled out to the original...
WWDC 2011: iMessage: Apple takes on Blackberry's BBM
By TechRadar, published 06-06-2011
Apple has announced at WWDC 2011 that it will be bringing a new instant message service to iPhone, iPod touch and iPad.Called iMessage, the service allows you to start a cross-device conversation where you can post text messages, photos, videos, contacts and even do group messaging.This is a massive hit to RIM, who prides itself on BBM for BlackBerry, and it is also puts the iPhone 4 in firm contention as a business phone.Message in an iPhoneAccording to Apple, iMessage works both over Wi-Fi and 3G and if you want to send a message all you have to do is tap the camera icon, pic a pic and you are away.Apple has managed to squeeze around 200 new features into iOS 5.Unfortunately, you are in for a bit of a wait as the iOS 5 UK release date is this fall – which pegs it for a release around S...
WWDC 2011: Apple apes Android for official iOS 5 unveiling
By TechRadar, published 06-06-2011
Apple has officially unveiled iOS 5, offering loads of new features that seem a little similar to Google's Android UI.The first update is for notifications, with push notifications now aggregated in a pull-down menu available at the top of the screen... much like the system used for Android. This is also accessible from the lock screen, with a simple swipe gesture taking you straight to the relevant app.These notifications will pop up at the top of the display in full-screen mode, but are not persistent, meaning they'll dismiss themselves after a few seconds if you're too into your current Words with Friends war.Bouncing onto the News StandMagazines are going to get their own section of the new iOS 5 launch, bringing with it a dedicated home screen pop-up from the app icon.This means that ...
Exclusive: Samsung looking at Sky Player for Android smartphones
By TechRadar, published 06-06-2011
Samsung is looking to increase the presence of on-demand video on its smartphones, with an embedded Sky Player likely for future Android Galaxy devices.Simon Stanford, the UK and Ireland MD for Samsung's mobile division, told TechRadar that BBC iPlayer was just the first step in bringing more on-demand video to its smartphones:"[BBC iPlayer] has been a big push for us, and we're looking at Sky Player too, which is something that's going to be coming along too.If you look at evolution of where these kinds of apps are going to go, I think we're [eventually] looking at an extension of a Sky box onto your phone."Convergence is here"The interesting thing is the idea of a converged device is something people have been talking about forever, but it's here now," added Stanford."We can stream whate...
Updated: iPhone 5 rumours: what you need to know
By TechRadar, published 06-02-2011
iPhone 5 (or the iPhone 5G, as some are calling it) rumours are flying thick and fast already. Will the 5th generation iPhone deliver ultra-fast mobile internet? What other specs will it feature? Let's raid the iPhone 5 rumour fridge to find the tomatoes of truth amid the stinky stilton of baseless speculation.But first, our colleagues on T3.com have rounded up the latest rumours in the iPhone 5 video below.iPhone 5 release dateThe Apple Worldwide Developers' Conference 2011 date has been announced as 6 June 2011, so it's possible we'll see the iPhone 5 break cover there. However, Jim Dalrymple at The Loop says that this year's WWDC will be about software, not hardware, with Apple focussing on iOS and Mac OS.This fits with Apple's established rhythm of iPhone releases, with new models appe...
Review: LG Optimus Black
By TechRadar, published 27-05-2011
Sitting alongside the LG Optimus 2X, the LG Optimus Black is a top-end smartphone, slipping in at just over £400, attempting to compete with the Samsung Galaxy S2 and Apple iPhone 4 for the smartphone crown, but with considerably fewer features and less processing power than its LG stablemate.First things first – the LG Optimus Black is light. Weighing a featherweight 109g, it even reaches a skinny 6mm side edge curvature, and 9.2mm thickness at its deepest point, besting the Apple iPhone 4 by a millimetre. Some may feel the lightness cheapens the feel of this handset somewhat, but our jeans pockets were thankful and it was nice to tote around something that didn't weigh us down.The slightly metallic back cover is smooth, and the phone's few soft keys are well-blended into the chassis, ...
10 best iPad and iPhone news apps
By TechRadar, published 27-05-2011
The iPad is a news junkie's dream. With a few taps you have the whole world's media at your fingertips, and with a little careful curation you can easily create a customised flow of news and comment that allows you to keep track of what's happening anywhere in the world. You don't have to be a news junkie to appreciate the news apps available for both iPhone and iPad. You can read your favourite daily newspaper or magazine, watch clips of important events, or just keep abreast of developments in your area of interest. The news apps covered here can be roughly split into two types: those that aggregate RSS feeds or Twitter streams and allow you to read news from multiple sources, and those that take all their news from a single source such as The Guardian or the BBC. Each has its benefits. ...
Review: Acer Iconia Tab A500
By TechRadar, published 26-05-2011
In the contest to replace your laptop – and maybe even your TV – Android 3.0 tablets such as the Motorola Xoom are ganging up on the Apple iPad 2 by sheer quantity. We absolutely thrilled over the Asus Eee Pad Transformer, for example. Now it's time for the Acer Iconia Tab A500's day in the sun.In many ways, this is all about the operating system, so we'll admit that the differences between the three main Android 3.0 tabs are marginal at best. You have to choose your OS poison wisely – the iPad 2 is better for music, movies and games, and it has better quality apps and more of them. Meanwhile, the BlackBerry PlayBook is more secure than the competition, has real multi-tasking and even a more fluid interface for controlling your apps (er, all four of them). Android 3.0 Honeycomb table...
iOS 5 might not come to the iPhone 3GS
By phoneArena, published 25-05-2011
According to a tweet by Eldar Murtazin, a man known for his accurate predictions and intel, iOS 5 might not be gracing the iPhone 3GS; that would be odd, as Apple is still selling the two year-old device...
iOS 5 Won’t Work With iPhone 3GS?
By SlashGear, published 25-05-2011
Apple’s upcoming WWDC in June should reveal details on Apple’s iCloud, OSX Lion, and the new iOS 5. And of course in the week or so preceding the event, we’ll be hearing plenty of speculation on those details. Today an analyst and Mobile Review editor, Eldar Murtazin, claims that the iOS 5 will not be [...]
3 Key Mobile Technologies Explained
By MaximumPC, published 24-05-2011
In our last white paper roundup, we explained the technology behind three modern connectors. And while stuff like USB 3.0 and Light Peak is pretty exciting, we can't help but feel like technologies that speed up physical connections are a little behind the times. After all, isn't the future supposed to be wireless? In that spirit, our new batch of whitepapers explores the wild world of wireless technologies, including 4G, Near Field Communication, and 802.11ac Wi-Fi. So keep reading, and educate yourself about this generation's wireless tech. 4G Wireless How the next generation of mobile technology boosts performance The statement “4G mobile technology has evolved beyond 3G” might score high on the “Duh” meter; but when we asked how this evolution manifested itself, we got differen...
TechRadar Phone Awards: Vote for your mobile phone 'one to watch' of the year
By TechRadar, published 22-05-2011
Voting for the TechRadar Phone Awards 2011 is in full swing, with thousands of you having your say on the mobile phone industry - from phone technology to the best games and apps around at the moment.But the TechRadar Phone Awards isn't just about looking back over the last year, but also to the future. In particular, the handsets and phone innovations which look likely to shape the rest of 2011 and beyond.Below, we have a selection of the One To Watch nominations and the reasons why we think these could be potential mobile phone game changers.As we will be announcing the Phone Awards shortlist in June, voting for the TechRadar Phone Awards 2011 longlist is nearing its end, so make sure your favourite tech, apps and games make the shortlist and have your say, by heading over to the Phone A...
Tutorial: How to watch live TV on your iPad and iPhone
By TechRadar, published 22-05-2011
A quick search on the web will bring up startling figures about how much time we spend watching TV, and now you can add to that from just about anywhere in the world using your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad. Doing so is wonderfully easy, but the variety of ways in which you can get live (or indeed catch-up) TV on your iOS device can be a bit bewildering at first, so we spent many hours trying out lots of the hardware and software you can use. Oh, all right, we watched lots of daytime TV - it's a tough job, but someone's got to do it. We've focused on ways to watch or record live TV using your iOS device, but that's only part of the story - you may want to catch up on something you missed the previous night or enjoy some of the videos you've got stored on your home PC. Let's explain a couple o...
Updated: 30 best iPad games - paid apps
By TechRadar, published 19-05-2011
With the iPad, the larger screen and extra clout from Apple's A4 chip creates a gaming experience markedly superior compared to that on the iPhone, and there are plenty of fantastic titles available. iPad 2 review (Wi-Fi version)iPad 2 3G review Those games marked 'universal' will work on both your iPad and iPhone. So ere are our favourite iPad games.1. Plants vs. Zombies HD (£3.99)PopCap's bonkers tower defence game Plants vs. Zombies HD should appeal even if you're sick of the genre. On iPad, the graphics are fantastic, and the multi-touch screen perfect for positioning your plants to battle the undead. There's also an iPad-only minigame, 'buttered popcorn', where you 'butter' multiple zombies and fire corn-cob cannons at them. 2. Flight Control HD (£2.99)Firemint's line-drawing classi...
Final Fantasy Tactics Gets Release Date For iOS
By GameInformer, published 18-05-2011
Square Enix announced the project last year, but we hadn't heard anything in a long time about Final Fantasy Tactics: War of the Lions coming to iPhone and iPad. The company finally announced today that the port will be available in June or July of this year.The iPad version could trail the iPhone game's release due to the additional art being done to fit the iPad's 1024x768 display, but Square Enix doesn't expect a big gap between the two.No word on price yet, but I'll be shocked if it's more than I'm willing to pay. War of the Lions is a fantastic re-skinning of a seminal game, and I'll play it again at almost any price.When it makes its way to Android, anyway. I'm still hating on Apple for nearly bricking my iPhone 3G with OS updates.
Review: Samsung Galaxy Mini
By TechRadar, published 18-05-2011
Samsung is the only manufacturer that can get away with launching variants of one particular device in a series and pricing them to suit different budgets, as it did five years ago with the D500 and its variants the G600 and D900. Now the Koreans are doing it again with the Galaxy Series.The latest addition to the Samsung Galaxy range - topped by the five star Samsung Galaxy S2 (currently number one in our 20 best mobile phones ranking) - is the Galaxy Mini. Almost identical to the Galaxy Fit, it's slightly lighter and has a lower camera quality. It's clear that Samsung designed the Galaxy Mini to look and feel low-end and when it's up on the shelves on the high street, it will fit in well next to the likes of LG's Optimus One and Nokia's C3-05.This touchscreen phone is definitely affordab...
Apple iPhone Location Tracking Now Targeted By FCC, FTC
By SlashGear, published 18-05-2011
Fresh from being grilled at last week’s Senate Judiciary panel, Apple and Google may next have to participate in a public forum to answer more questions on their phones’ location tracking. This time, it’s the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) that want some answers. They are “inviting” Apple and Google [...]
Apple plans to make micro-SIM even smaller
By TechRadar, published 17-05-2011
Apple is aiming to further shrink the size of the micro-SIM cards found in gadgets like the iPhone 4 and 3G versions of the iPad.Reports today claim that Apple has already submitted plans for a new SIM standard to the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI).The plans to make the micro-SIM, first seen in the original iPad, even smaller would free up a tiny morsel of space within Apple gadgets.Orange on boardAnne Bouverot of Orange told Reuters: "We were quite happy to see last week that Apple has submitted a new requirement to ETSI for a smaller SIM form factor--smaller than the one that goes in iPhone 4 and iPad,"Naturally, Apple has refused to comment on the reports, while Bouverot says that Orange is one of many partners Apple has on board.She also claims that the new SIM ...
Updated: iPhone 5 rumours: what you need to know
By TechRadar, published 16-05-2011
iPhone 5 (or the iPhone 5G, as some are calling it) rumours are flying thick and fast already. Will the 5th generation iPhone deliver ultra-fast mobile internet? What other specs will it feature? Let's raid the iPhone 5 rumour fridge to find the tomatoes of truth amid the stinky stilton of baseless speculation.But first, our colleagues on T3.com have rounded up the latest rumours in the iPhone 5 video below.iPhone 5 release dateThe Apple Worldwide Developers' Conference 2011 date has been announced as 6 June 2011, so it's possible we'll see the iPhone 5 break cover there. However, Jim Dalrymple at The Loop says that this year's WWDC will be about software, not hardware, with Apple focussing on iOS and Mac OS.This fits with Apple's established rhythm of iPhone releases, with new models appe...
Apple to release iPhone 4S - with 'minor updates'?
By TechRadar, published 16-05-2011
The new iPhone from Apple looks set to only be an incremental upgrade after an analyst noted the new model will likely be called the iPhone 4S.In a similar move from the iPhone 3G to the 3GS (which saw only a slight processor improvement, video camera and compass added) the iPhone 4S will only feature slight spec upgrades, according to Jefferies and Co. analyst Peter Misek:"According to our industry checks, the device should be called iPhone 4S and include minor cosmetic changes, better cameras, A5 dual-core processor, and HSPA+ support," he wrote.This is the tale of a new iPhoneThese claims of 'better cameras' have been corroborated by leaked images of the new cameras from Apple.pro to be used in the next version of the phone - the iPhone 4S will reportedly have a separate flash from the ...
TechRadar Phone Awards: Vote for the Best Phone Feature in the world
By TechRadar, published 14-05-2011
The TechRadar Phone Awards 2011 are in full swing with over 10,000 votes cast so far. One of the most popular categories people have voted in is the Best Phone Feature, which looks at the bits of a phone that have made all our lives that little bit easier, or at the very least better.From Wi-Fi hotspots to screen technology that's pixel perfect, by way of camera functionality to rival the best compact around, TechRadar takes a look at the phone features which have made the TechRadar Phone Awards 2011 longlist.And remember, those who vote have the chance to enter our competition and win one of many fantastic smartphones….LG Nova displayThe Nova display is LG's answer to OLED and can be found on the Optimus Black. LG is boasting that the display is uses up to 50 per cent less power than OM...
Android@Home: what you need to know
By TechRadar, published 05-12-2011
Anyone can get the source code for the basic Android platform and build a phone with it; now Google is letting anyone build peripherals and accessories for Android with its Android Open Accessory Kit program. There are "no NDAs, no fees and no approvals process," engineering director (and former Sidekick founder) Joe Britt points out, while Apple's Made For iPhone program has all three. But this isn't about Bluetooth keyboards or music streaming; Britt did show a concept music peripheral at Google I/O that would stream music from a CD that you select by recognising it with your phone (if Google could get the labels to agree to streaming you the contents of the CD you just brought home). No, the idea here is that everything in your home, from the lightbulbs to personal robots to the tumble ...
Updated: HTC Sensation vs iPhone 4 vs Samsung Galaxy S II
By TechRadar, published 05-12-2011
Would we care about Android if it weren't for HTC? Perhaps not. The HTC Desire was an early poster boy for Android, a genuinely great design that squared up to Apple's all-conquering iPhone and suggested it step outside. The HTC Desire remains at the top of our Best Mobile Phones in the World Today list despite younger, prettier competition, and it still represents exceptional value for money. So what happens when HTC takes the Desire and makes it even better?There are two answers to that. The first is the HTC Desire HD, which suffers from a few niggling issues, and the second is the brand spanking new HTC Sensation. Our colleagues at T3.com grabbed some HTC Sensation video footage which you can watch below.HTC says it sets "a new multimedia high for smartphones", and it's certainly an imp...
iPad 2 and iPhone 4 shortage tipped as Foxconn falls behind
By SlashGear, published 05-12-2011
Manufacturers want their gear to be popular, and they want consumers to line up to buy. The problem with being too popular is that it can be hard to keep enough stock on hand to supply the stores that are selling the hardware in droves. This is the issue Apple is having with many of its new products. The iPhone 4 was nearly impossible to get when it first launched with some people waiting weeks or months to be able to purchase the smartphones. Apple is having the same issue with the supply of its tablet, the iPad 2, in some areas. The popularity of the tablet and shortage of needed components means that Apple and its suppliers are having a hard time keeping up with demand. DigiTimes reports that Foxconn is having a shortage not only of some materials needed for Apple’s iPhone 4 and...
Android OS has more of Japanese smartphone market than the iPhone
By SlashGear, published 05-11-2011
I continue to be impressed that the iPhone commands so much of the smartphone market around the world with limited carriers in many countries and with only two models to choose from, assuming your carrier still has the iPhone 3GS. At the same time, there are more Android phones on the market than I can list from memory. It’s no surprise with the huge number of Android devices that the Android OS is taking over many markets around the world. The latest market to be taken over by Android smartphone is Japan. Japanese research firm MM Research Institute Ltd reports that smartphone running Android is now 57% of the Japanese smartphone market. Those numbers are for the fiscal year ending March 31. The previous year the Android OS held 11% of the market with 250,000 units shipped in Japa...
New Android products being outsold by Apple iPhone 3GS and the original iPad
By phoneArena, published 05-09-2011
The older versions of Apple devices, offered at a discount by AT&T and Verizon, are outselling some current Android models; at AT&T, the Apple iPhone 3GS is outselling handsets like the HTC Inspire 4G...
SlashGear Weekly Roundup Video – May 7, 2011
By SlashGear, published 05-09-2011
Once again, we attempt to bring you a roundup of the week’s tech news in under 6 minutes. The chaos of the Sony PlayStation Network breach continued into this past week. Apple unleashed an iOS update that addressed most of the location tracking concerns. Intel made their biggest announcement of the year with a new 22-nm 3D Tri-Gate transistor technology that really puts it ahead of the competition. Other major announcements came from the BlackBerry World conference as well as from a Samsung event. For the full list and video continue after the cut. Sony PlayStation Network Breach update and recap of the week’s developments: PlayStation Network and Qriocity back online from this week; Compensation detailed Sony Online Entertainment Offline During Hacker Inv...
Mother’s Day Tech Gift Roundup
By SlashGear, published 05-07-2011
Ok, so Mother’s Day is just two days away. What to get? There are a lot of great techie gifts out there, and we’ve got them all rounded up right here for you. We’ve got eReaders, tablets, an unusual video camera, and an amazing phone for an amazing price. Plus, great ways for Mom to get organized and get rid of clutter, and digital storage to keep all those pictures in one place. And, a free way to keep the kids entertained so that Mom can relax. Read on to see it all. The Kindle 3G is the quintessential eReader, with its eInk display and non-glare surface. And it comes with Whispernet (on some models) so Mom can download books from anywhere, with no monthly fee. Before you ask, no, I don’t get kickbacks from Amazon, I just own a Kindle and am a big fan of it. Th...
Brit Week: ARM: low power is in our DNA
By TechRadar, published 05-06-2011
As we're looking at British tech all this week on TechRadar, it makes sense to end the week with one of the biggest successes of recent years – ARM Holdings.It's responsible for licensing (not manufacturing) the processor tech behind almost all tablets and mobile phones including everything from the humblest 1998 Nokia to the Motorola Xoom and iPad 2 – as well as having involvement in oodles of other markets such as automotive. ARM's partners shipped a scarcely believable six billion processors. Now a PLC, ARM was formed in 1990 as Advanced RISC Machines, ARM was a joint partnership between Acorn Computer (of the Archimedes and BBC Micro fame), VLSI and some other company called Apple.ARM-POWERED: The iPad 2 runs the Apple A5 chip. It's made by Apple, but again based on the ARM archite...
Apple’s iPad Owned By 82 Percent Of U.S. Tablet Users, Yet The Daily Loses $10 Million
By SlashGear, published 05-05-2011
A recent study conducted by the Nielsen company has revealed several interesting numbers on current tablet usage in the U.S. and in particular about the usage of the Apple iPad. The survey polled only tablet owners in the U.S. and discovered that 82 percent of them owned an Apple iPad. This number is a huge lead ahead of competing tablets such as the Samsung Galaxy Tab and the Motorola XOOM. The Samsung Galaxy Tab is a very distant second place, holding only a 4 percent share of the market. Following that is the Dell Streak with 3 percent and the Motorola XOOM with 2 percent. Beyond ranking, the survey delves deeper to see the break down of cellular versus WiFi tablet ownership as well as how tablet owners generally used their tablets. Of the Apple iPad owners, the report revealed that ...
SlashGear Morning Wrap-Up, May 5th 2011
By SlashGear, published 05-05-2011
This morning, we are looking forward to the Samsung Event at 4pm EST. Will it be the Infuse? Will they announce a date for the Galaxy S II for the US? The hot new phone has been selling like crazy in South Korea, and our review unit knocked our socks off. We’ll be sure to let you know what happens at the event. Meanwhile, Samsung has revealed a “hybrid tablet” with SENS-240 navigation. But how useful is it, really? The incomparable Chris Davies has a great column this morning analyzing Verizon’s Bliss “phone for ladies”. Really Verizon? Aren’t we ladies smart enough to download our own apps? Also, Acer news, ARM chips, Microsoft denying updates and taking on Apple (again), the NOOKcolor 3G, Anonymous and other hackers, and much more after the cut. ...
iOS 4.3.3 rolled out, location data logging changed
By TechRadar, published 05-05-2011
Apple has rolled out the iOS 4.3.3, with the latest update looking to address some of the controversy around the way in which your location information is used. The update not only limits the time period of the cache of location information to a week but also now stops the cache being backed up to your computer. Last but not least, the cache is now deleted when location services are turned off in settings on the device. ResponseThe three changes are in response to the huge controversy that sprang up when it came to light that Apple's key devices were logging location to a file which was backed up to the user's computer. Although the company defended the practise, the furore around information being gathered was enough to prompt changes and the update has been rolled out quickly. Indeed, it...
Best phone screen: display tech explained
By TechRadar, published 05-05-2011
Mobile phones have progressed dramatically since the days their displays needed only to show you the number of the person calling. Once we added text messaging and even email, we need a bit more space to see what we'd written.We added colour to give them a bit more interest. When we started adding cameras to the phones, we wanted the screens to be sharper, so we could see the terrible, pixelated VGA photos we'd taken.Once the ability to store video arrived, we needed them to be smooth, with good refresh rates.In the era of touchscreen smartphones, we expect them to be as good as computer screens, offering crisp text, vibrant images, blur-free video and enough brightness to see outdoors, all under a responsive touch layer.Predictably, several different options have arisen, especially when i...
Best mobile screen: display tech explained
By TechRadar, published 05-05-2011
Mobile phones have progressed dramatically since the days their displays needed only to show you the number of the person calling. Once we added text messaging and even email, we need a bit more space to see what we'd written.We added colour to give them a bit more interest. When we started adding cameras to the phones, we wanted the screens to be sharper, so we could see the terrible, pixelated VGA photos we'd taken.Once the ability to store video arrived, we needed them to be smooth, with good refresh rates.In the era of touchscreen smartphones, we expect them to be as good as computer screens, offering crisp text, vibrant images, blur-free video and enough brightness to see outdoors, all under a responsive touch layer.Predictably, several different options have arisen, especially when i...
iOS 5 to add iPhone OTA updates tip Verizon sources
By SlashGear, published 05-05-2011
Apple is planning to release iOS 5.x refreshes for the iPhone 4 via OTA (over-the-air) updates, it’s been suggested, at least for those with the Verizon CDMA version of the smartphone. According to 9 to 5 Mac‘s sources, while iOS 5 itself will be distributed in the usual way, through an iTunes update that requires the iPhone be plugged in via USB, the OS refresh will also bring with it OTA support for future point-updates. The news seemingly comes from Verizon Wireless sources, though it seems likely that the other carriers Apple works with – such as AT&T in the US – will also be supporting the functionality. Computer-free updates are something Apple users have coveted from rival platforms for some time, however, so we can imagine Apple pushing hard to get thi...
Apple iOS 4.3.3 with “Bug Fix” for Location Tracking Now Available
By SlashGear, published 05-04-2011
We have been closely following the iPhone 4 location tracking saga, and reported on Monday that Apple was getting ready to release iOS 4.3.3 to make it possible to clear your cache of location tracking, and to turn off the tracking completely. Now iOS 4.3.3 is available via iTunes for AT&T’s iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPads, and the fourth-gen iPod touch. There is a separate update, iOS 4.2.8, for Verizon’s iPhone. The release notes let us know that iOS 4.3.3 reduces the size of the location database cache, and stops backing up the cache to iTunes when your device is connected to a computer. It also deletes the cache completely when Location Services are turned off. There are possibly more bug fixes thrown into this update as well, but we’ll have to wait and see on that...
In Depth: What Apple's patents reveal about its plans
By TechRadar, published 30-04-2011
For anybody who wants to know what a company is thinking, just look at its patent portfolio. Patents are about protection: without them there's nothing to stop your rivals from copying your best ideas and making money from your hard work. If you patent your revolutionary unicorn-powered laptop and a rival copies you, you'll be able to sue them until they squeak - and possibly get their product pulled from the shelves too. Smart companies patent everything, and Apple is a smart company - so a trawl through Apple's worldwide patent applications can uncover future products. Back in 2006, patent application 20,060,268,528 showed what was described as a "portable computing device capable of wireless communications... [that] is a media player". A few months later, Steve Jobs unveiled it: the iPh...
Twitter Gets Hit With Class-Action Law Suit Over Unwanted Text Messages
By SlashGear, published 29-04-2011
Lawyers seem very trigger happy lately with class-action cases—well, when are they not?—with lawsuits recently filed against Apple and Google for location tracking, to Sony for the PlayStation Network breach, and to now a bizarre case against Twitter. Two Californian residents, Drew Moss and Sahar Maleksaeedi are suing Twitter for sending unwanted text messages. Moss and Maleksaeedi claim that Twitter sent them confirmation text messages after they sent text messages with the command ‘STOP’ to turn off all phone notifications. They claim that Twitter is engaging in unlawful conduct by contacting them via SMS without their consent. They say that this is not only an invasion of their privacy but a violation of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991. The duo ...
iPhone sees 115% market share growth as LG dwindles
By SlashGear, published 29-04-2011
It’s a week of bad news for ZTE: not only has Huawei sued them, but Apple has snatched back its place in the IDC global phone rankings for the past quarter. Having taken fourth place in Q4 2010, ZTE now slips to fifth; Apple takes fourth with 18.7m shipments for 5-percent of the mobile phone market, behind LG in third, Samsung in second and Nokia maintaining first place. That first place is looking ever more tenuous, however, according to IDC’s figures. Nokia’s market share is down from 34.7-percent a year ago to 29.2-percent in Q1 2011, with shipment volumes climbing by less than one million units to 108.5m. Samsung too dropped share, down from 20.7-percent to 18.8-percent, as did LG, down from 8.7-percent to 6.6-percent. Only LG, however, actually saw a reduction in v...
TechRadar Phone Awards: Vote for your favourite mobile phone app
By TechRadar, published 29-04-2011
The TechRadar Phone Awards are in full swing, but they still need your vote on what you think are the best phone innovations of the past year. One of the most burgeoning phone sectors of recent years has to be the advent of apps. These mini software programs can turn your handset into a games console, a running aide and even an ebook reader. With this in mind, TechRadar has narrowed down the best apps around today to a longlist of 10 - all of which need your vote now. See below for the 10 apps we think are the greatest on any app store at the moment and don't forget that if you don't like any of our choice, then you can still have your say in the TechRadar Phone Awards by adding in your own personal favourite.If enough people like the same app as you then it will go into the shortlist in t...
South Park Spoofs Apple Location Tracking Controversy
By SlashGear, published 29-04-2011
The Apple location tracking controversy continues with denials from Apple and a class-action lawsuit pending. It sure didn’t take long for South Park to take a fun jab at the situation in their Season 15 episode titled HUMANCENTiPAD. Enjoy a short segment of the video after the cut. Researchers have discovered an unencrypted database file stored on iPhones and iPad 3GS devices that log location information of the user for up to a year. The data collected includes longitude and latitude coordinates estimated in relation to cell tower and hot spot locations and stored with timestamps. Android and Windows Phone devices have been pointed out to collect location information as well, but using a slightly different method. Android devices only record the last few dozen locations, whereas...
Verizon iPhone Sales Help Apple Become Third-Largest Handset Brand In The U.S.
By SlashGear, published 28-04-2011
According to market research firm NPD, thanks to the Verizon iPhone 4 launch, Apple has now become the third-largest mobile phone brand in the U.S. Sales for Apple’s smartphones have reached 14 percent of the U.S. market, ranking them ahead of HTC, Motorola, and RIM. Only Samsung and LG come ahead with 23 percent and 18 percent, respectively. Launching on Verizon in February, the iPhone 4 has since become one of the top five best-selling smartphones in the U.S., with the iPhone 3GS, Motorola Droid X, HTC EVO 4G, and HTC Droid Incredible rounding out the rest of NPD’s ranking. Certainly, the steep discounts given for the iPhone 3GS have helped fuel sales of the older generation unit. “Apple and Verizon had a very successful launch of the iPhone 4, which allowed the iPho...
Buying Guide: 20 best mobile phones in the world today
By TechRadar, published 28-04-2011
Our verdict on the best mobile phones / best smartphones - constantly updated We've all got at least one mobile phone each, right? The trouble is, how do you decide which is the best mobile phone for you when you realise it's time to phone the network and trouble them for an upgrade?If you've read our list of the latest mobile phones, seen the hottest pre-release new mobile phones and are still stumped, well, this is where we make it easy. Because here we have our constantly-updated list of the top 20 best mobile phones you can get in the UK.And now, after a glut of top-end mobile phones steaming out from Mobile World Congress 2011, we've just brought you our biggest update ever to this definitive chart.The big surprise was the Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc nabbing top spot - the combo of Andro...
Verizon 4G LTE back online
By SlashGear, published 28-04-2011
Verizon’s 4G LTE network is back up and running, after embarrassingly going offline yesterday on the same week that the carrier’s second 4G smartphone, the DROID Charge, goes on sale. Verizon is yet to confirm the exact reasons for the downtime, though did say yesterday that it had been “working with major vendors to restore connections.” Still, the day’s downtime hasn’t exactly convinced users that the network is stable, and combined with issues subscribers had getting their Thunderbolt 4G to connect to 3G networks, it’s been something of a black eye for the carrier. Verizon has also been criticized for its lack of communication during the outage. What remains to be seen, then, is how Verizon will handle the aftercare now that the network is b...
Gary Marshall: How the iPhone further threatens sat-nav apps
By TechRadar, published 28-04-2011
As Harry Hill didn't quite put it: I love sat navs, and I love smartphones. But which is better? Apple and Google, it seems, reckon that the answer is "smartphone".I think they're right.My quest for the perfect sat nav has cost me a fortune over the years, but the quest ended when I stuck the TomTom app on my iPhone.TomTom's app does everything I need it to do: it knows which routes to avoid at particular times of the day, it can tell me if there's roadworks, an accident or another problem up ahead, it auto-corrects its own maps via 3G downloads, it can look up addresses from my contacts and it can Google for places when I'm not entirely sure what they're called.It sucks battery power like a Dyson sucks up dirt and TomTom's own cradle is crazily expensive, but a cheap charger and a bit of ...
Channel 4?s 4oD Catch Up hits iPad (but it’s not perfect)
By SlashGear, published 28-04-2011
UK broadcaster Channel 4 has released a 4oD Catch Up app [iTunes link] for the iPad, offering access to content shown on Channel 4, E4 and More4 from the past thirty days. Like the BBC iPlayer app, it streams content previously shown on broadcast television. Unfortunately, as you’d expect there are some limitations. The app only works in the UK, and US shows are not currently available to watch; that’s all down to licensing issues, naturally. It will only stream over WiFi, not 3G, and currently requires iOS 4.x, though Channel 4 does say an iOS 3.x compatible version is in the works. There’s also no archive content – i.e. older shows that you can access via 4oD in your browser, or those shows that were shown outside of the 30-day window – though, again, Cha...
Microsoft Also Collects Location Data Of Windows Phone Users
By SlashGear, published 26-04-2011
The Apple location tracking drama just keeps heating up, with a full on class-action lawsuit having just been filed. Apple continues to point fingers at Google, with Steve Jobs supposedly saying “We don’t track anyone” and that Android does. Either way, the tracking by both Apple and Google have folks concerned, and now we can add to that Microsoft. Microsoft’s Windows Phone 7 devices are said to also store location data of its users. They have not yet answered how frequent the location data is transmitted and how long the location histories are stored. However, they have said that the location data is not saved directly on the device. This is different from Apple’s situation because researchers have found that the location data from an iPhone 4 is stored ...
Samsung Galaxy S II Review
By SlashGear, published 26-04-2011
Samsung has a lot riding on the Galaxy S II. When your displays, chips and memory are found in the flagship devices of OEMs around the world, you have to expect consumers will demand more from the hardware that bears your brand. The Galaxy S II (aka Galaxy S 2 or GSII) has even more to live up to: the original Galaxy S spawned several carrier variants that helped it become the best-selling Android smartphone in the US last year, and positioned Samsung as one of the key names to beat in the segment. So, with dual-core – and freshly overclocked – processor at the ready and a huge, Super AMOLED Plus display providing some eye-catching glitz, the Galaxy S II wades into the crowded smartphone market. New Android king or pretender to the throne? Check out the full SlashGear review af...
White iPhone 4 prototype hits eBay
By SlashGear, published 26-04-2011
With the white iPhone 4 expected to go on sale later this week, now’s obviously the time to throw any prototypes you might have access to up on eBay. That’s just what seems to have happened here, with one hapless developer’s white handset going up on the auction site, and promising plenty of trouble for the individual responsible for it. It’s not clear whether this is someone trying to sell a lost iPhone 4 prototype or trying to make some money on a device they were trusted with. Unfortunately, thanks to the fact that the employee ID is clearly visible on the handset (we’ve blanked it out, along with the handset’s serial number), we imagine Apple will be moving swiftly to get to the bottom of it. Bidding is up to $2,838 at time of writing, with half a ...
Class action suit filed against Apple for iPhone location tracking
By SlashGear, published 26-04-2011
I use an iPhone and I will be the first to say that the thought of my iPhone tracking my movements is irritating. There is really no need for my iPhone to be storing where I go throughout my day. I also have to wonder if this extra tracking that is unneeded was turned off if my iPhone would run longer on a charge. I guess with all the press of the iPhone tracking and storing user movements, it was inevitable that a class action suit would be filed against Apple. Apparently the iPhone even tracks the users location when location services are off. Such a suit has now happened. Apparently, two iPad/iPhone users have filed a lawsuit against Apple seeking class action that accuses Apple of invasion of privacy and computer fraud. The suit also alleges that Apple “secretly recorded the mo...
iPhone storing tracking details on users even with location services off
By SlashGear, published 25-04-2011
There are a lot of times when you iPhone or other device needs to know your location to give you the service you are looking for. For instance if you are looking for a gas station near you or trying to find your way to a destination the app on your iPhone will need to know where you are right now. There are also times when your iPhone doesn’t need to know where you are and has no need to be storing those details. That is exactly what the iPhone is allegedly doing though, storing location data even when the user has locations services turned off. We reported last week that both the iPhone and Android devices were storing tracking details on the user of the phone is at set intervals and sending that data home. The iPhone stores the data, that data is sent to Apple intermittently, and...
Apple iPhone getting geared to hit T-Mobile USA too
By GSMArena, published 24-04-2011
What do we have here? A white prototype iPhone 4 running on the T-Mobile USA 3G network has been spotted. It looks like the magenta-loving carrier will be getting the Apple iPhone too...
Buying Guide: 20 best mobile phones in the world today
By TechRadar, published 21-04-2011
Our verdict on the best mobile phones / best smartphones - constantly updated We've all got at least one mobile phone each, right? The trouble is, how do you decide which is the best mobile phone for you when you realise it's time to phone the network and trouble them for an upgrade?If you've read our list of the latest mobile phones, seen the hottest pre-release new mobile phones and are still stumped, well, this is where we make it easy. Because here we have our constantly-updated list of the top 20 best mobile phones you can get.And now, thanks to a glut of top-end mobile phones steaming out from Mobile World Congress 2011, we're bringing you our biggest update ever to our definitive chart.So what's changed? We've lost seven of the 20 from the previous ranking, the top ten has seen a hu...
Verizon reveals that iPhone 5 will be a 'global' phone
By TechRadar, published 21-04-2011
Apple will no doubt be firing off a strongly worded email to Verizon this afternoon, after a representative of the US network let slip that the iPhone 5 will be a 'global device'. This means that it will be able to roam on both CDMA networks (like Verizon in America) and GSM ones like those we use in the UK. The revelation came during a conference call in which Verizon discussed its quarterly results. JuicyIt's not clear if this means Apple will release just a dual-mode version, or if we'll see some iPhone 5s retain their single-radio status. Still, it's the first concrete leak we've had to play with on the iPhone 5 front; other more tenuously touted spec include a dual-core A5 processor, a larger screen, a metal back and full 1080p output thanks to an improved dual-core GPU. Sadly, no one...
iPhone tracking: Not new, but already used by law enforcement
By SlashGear, published 21-04-2011
Fall-out from news earlier this week that the iPhone and 3G-enabled iPad maintain a comprehensive log of location data continues, with suggestions that not only are the revelations not as fresh as they’re presented as, but arguments as to how dangerous the location collection actually is. Alex Levinson claims that the discovery of the “consolidated.db” database was in fact made several months ago, shortly after the release of the iPhone 4. The researcher also suggests that, contrary to much of the hype, the database itself is of relatively little importance, since Apple is not actually accessing it. “Apple is not harvesting this data from your device” Levinson insists, stating that “through my research in this field and all traffic analysis I have perf...
iPhone 3GS drops to budget price points
By TechRadar, published 21-04-2011
O2 has announced a new range of tariffs for the iPhone 3GS, offering a free phone from as little as £15.50 per month.Admittedly, this deal comes with no data and only 100 minutes per month, but it still represents a new price low for the older phone.Traditionally, an iPhone price drop coincides with a bid to clear stock ahead of a new model emerging - it's interesting this should happen when the iPhone 5 is set to be delayed.Budget bustersThe price drops have only affected the two cheapest two-year deals for O2 though, indicating that the bubbly network is perhaps simply trying to appeal to a new market.Apple's iPhone prices have always been strictly regimented across networks in the past, so any kind of price drop is always likely to raise suspicions that something is afoot - especially ...
Verizon Q1 2011: 2.2m iPhone 4 and 260k ThunderBolt
By SlashGear, published 21-04-2011
Verizon Wireless is the next to announce its Q1 2011 financial results, and it’s a strong start to both its LTE 4G network – with over 500,000 LTE devices activated – and its iPhone 4 sales – with 2.2m Apple handsets activated. Over 260,000 HTC ThunderBolt phones have been sold in a two week period, helping total wireless revenues lift 10.2-percent over last year to $16.9bn. Subscribers increased by 1.8m – more than half of which postpaid retail consumers – to a total of 104m, a 6.1-percent increase on the previous year. Meanwhile retail postpaid ARPU (average revenue per user) climbed 2.2-percent to $53.52; data revenues rose $5.5 billion, up $1.0 billion or 22.3-percent year over year, representing 38.1-percent of all Verizon Wireless’ service...
The iPad 3G and iPhone Track Your Every Movement: Researchers
By HotHardware, published 21-04-2011
Security researchers have discovered that iOS devices have been saving the locations of users' devices at regular intervals, and storing them in an unencrypted, though hidden file. The data includes locations and time stamps, and is apparently intentional: the database is backed up, and restored across backups, and even onto a new device if...
iPhone / Samsung F700 / Prada Phone Rumors Debunked
By SlashGear, published 20-04-2011
The following image has been circulating the internet for the past few days, resulting in mass hysteria due to the fact that Apple is currently suing the pants off of Samsung for infringing on their copyrights. This image appears to show that the Samsung F700 was first shown at CEBIT 2006 and released in February of 2007. What whoever made the image didn’t take the time to do was check their facts and find that although Samsung may have spoken about advancing their cell phone plans previous to 2007, they only showed the F700 design for the first time February 8th, 2007. First, have a look at the following press release. It lets you know exactly when the F700 was released in early, but not early enough, 2007: Seoul, February 8th, 2007 – Samsung today announced a new addition to it...
iPhone 4 design patent granted as Apple/Samsung fight continues
By SlashGear, published 20-04-2011
Given the ongoing legal spat between Apple and Samsung, it seems particularly timely for Apple’s patent on the original design of the iPhone 4 to be granted by the USPTO. Filed back in September 2010, and approved earlier this week, the patent covers all angles of the fourth-gen smartphone’s physical design. The iOS UI – which is another area where Apple claims Samsung has taken a little too much inspiration – isn’t actually included in this particular patent. Anything shown with a broken line isn’t part of the filing. Of course, Apple’s main complaint regarding Samsung concerns not so much the iPhone 4 but the design of the iPhone 3G/3GS, which the company reckons is far too similar to the Galaxy S to be coincidental. Apple holds the ornamental ...
iPhone and iPad 3G caught keeping secret location tracking database [Video]
By SlashGear, published 20-04-2011
Apple has tracked every iPhone and iPad 3G user’s physical location since the release of iOS 4.0, security researchers have discovered, with a secret backup of positions and timestamps kept on any Mac or PC the devices are synchronized with. Alasdair Allan and Pete Warden found that, from iOS 4.0, an unencrypted and otherwise unprotected database of locations has been created for each user, and have even produced an app, iPhone Tracker, to demonstrate exactly how much data is being clandestinely collected. That database – “consolidated.db” – contains latitude-longitude coordinates along with a timestamp for each point. What prompts each individual record is unknown, but it appears to be using cell-tower triangulation on devices fitted with 3G radios to pinp...
Latest version of Apple TV still selling well
By SlashGear, published 20-04-2011
I have the original Apple TV and I can say without a doubt it was a worthless device for me. I used it maybe three times and it sits crammed into a drawer unused today. The new Apple TV had some changes to make it smaller and work better and so far, it has proven to me considerably more popular than that original device. Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo from Concord Securities published the findings of a survey conducted of Apple suppliers this week that shows sales of the new Apple TV have merited consistent since the device launched last year. Sales of the Apple TV hit 250,000 units in the first six weeks and hit a million sold right before Christmas of 2010. The new device launched in October 2010. Kuo believes that Apple has shipped 820,000 units of the Apple TV in Q2 fiscal 2011 running from Ja...
Updated: iPhone 5 rumours: what you need to know
By TechRadar, published 20-04-2011
iPhone 5 (or the iPhone 5G, as some are calling it) rumours are flying thick and fast already. Will the 5th generation iPhone deliver ultra-fast mobile internet? What other specs will it feature? Let's raid the iPhone 5 rumour fridge to find the tomatoes of truth amid the stinky stilton of baseless speculation.iPhone 5 release dateThe Apple Worldwide Developers' Conference 2011 date has been announced as 6 June 2011, so it's possible we'll see the iPhone 5 break cover there. However, Jim Dalrymple at The Loop says that this year's WWDC will be about software, not hardware, with Apple focussing on iOS and Mac OS.This fits with Apple's established rhythm of iPhone releases, with new models appearing in late June or early July each year. So it's a safe bet that the iPhone 5 release date (UK a...
In Depth: How smartphones and tablets are taking over
By TechRadar, published 16-04-2011
Two years from now, something remarkable will happen: there will be more smartphones in the world than PCs. Technology analysis firm Gartner predicts that by 2013, there will be 1.82 billion smartphones compared to 1.78 billion PCs - and that doesn't include tablets. Apple sold 14.8 million iPads in 2010, and Forrester Research says that in the US, 82 million people will own tablets by 2015. Tablets and smartphones have become incredibly powerful in a very short space of time, with gigahertz-class dual-core processors, decent amounts of RAM and high definition displays appearing in pocket-friendly forms. As the price of such small but powerful devices continues to fall and hardware firms continue to innovate, it's clear that mobile computing is going to be a very big deal for the foreseeab...
In Depth: How smartphones and tablets are taking over
By TechRadar, published 16-04-2011
Two years from now, something remarkable will happen: there will be more smartphones in the world than PCs. Technology analysis firm Gartner predicts that by 2013, there will be 1.82 billion smartphones compared to 1.78 billion PCs - and that doesn't include tablets. Apple sold 14.8 million iPads in 2010, and Forrester Research says that in the US, 82 million people will own tablets by 2015. Tablets and smartphones have become incredibly powerful in a very short space of time, with gigahertz-class dual-core processors, decent amounts of RAM and high definition displays appearing in pocket-friendly forms. As the price of such small but powerful devices continues to fall and hardware firms continue to innovate, it's clear that mobile computing is going to be a very big deal for the foreseeab...
In Depth: How smartphones and tablets are taking over
By TechRadar, published 16-04-2011
Two years from now, something remarkable will happen: there will be more smartphones in the world than PCs. Technology analysis firm Gartner predicts that by 2013, there will be 1.82 billion smartphones compared to 1.78 billion PCs - and that doesn't include tablets. Apple sold 14.8 million iPads in 2010, and Forrester Research says that in the US, 82 million people will own tablets by 2015. Tablets and smartphones have become incredibly powerful in a very short space of time, with gigahertz-class dual-core processors, decent amounts of RAM and high definition displays appearing in pocket-friendly forms. As the price of such small but powerful devices continues to fall and hardware firms continue to innovate, it's clear that mobile computing is going to be a very big deal for the foreseeab...
Apple releases iOS 4.3.2 update, brings improved performance and bug fixes
By Thinkdigit, published 15-04-2011
Apple has released the iOS 4.3.2 software update for the iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch. The updates promises performance enhancements and fixes a variety of security issues and bugs. The updates fixes the problem where iOS devices would freeze FaceTime or blank calls when syncing with iTunes. It has also solved minor connectivity bugs which were affecting some iPad 3G models. The problem relates to issues while trying to connect to a 3G network when on the move. The upd [...] Read the entire article
Apple's iOS 4.3.2 Update Unfreezes FaceTime
By HotHardware, published 15-04-2011
Good news if you've been annoyed with your mobile Apple device for one reason or another related to the software. Apple this week released its iOS 4.3.2 software update for the iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPod touch (third and fourth generation), and iPad 1 and 2. There are a number of fixes in the update, including one that addresses a FaceTime...
Apple outs iOS 4.3.2 software update
By TechRadar, published 14-04-2011
Apple has released a minor iOS software update for iPad, iPhone and iPod touch, promising fixes for minor bugs.iOS 4.3.2, available today when you sync your device with you computer, will put an end to the FaceTime issue which has seen the app ocassionally freeze or display a blank screen during calls.It'll also solve the connectivity bug which saw some iPad 3G owners struggle to connect to local 3G networks when on the go.iOS 4.3.2 will also contain the latest security updates from Apple.Verizon issuesIt is as yet unclear whether the update fixes the problems experienced by some iPad 2 3G owners using the US network Verizon Wireless.Apple has this week confirmed reports from users complaining of the need to re-start their device in order to enable 3G connectivity after disabling it.iOS 4....
Intel To Design ZTE Mobile Phone For Sale In China?
By SlashGear, published 04-12-2011
According to Bloomberg sources, Intel may be attempting to secure a spot for their mobile chips by first infiltrating the Chinese phone market. Their sources claim that Intel has submitted designs of a handset based on a version of Intel’s Atom microprocessor. The phone will be manufactured by ZTE Corp and may go on sale in China. Intel has been trying to break into the smartphone industry without much success, lagging far behind rivals, and still too dependent than they’d prefer on the personal computer market. Currently there are no phones on sale that use Intel processors. The surprise move of Nokia jumping ship from Intel to Microsoft back in February also didn’t help in the company’s efforts to make headway into smartphones. When asked about working with ZT...
Updated: HTC Flyer UK release date: 9 May
By TechRadar, published 04-12-2011
UPDATEHTC's Florient Seiche confirmed the HTC Flyer will go on sale from 9 May across Europe.ORIGINAL STORYThe HTC Flyer tablet has been given a pre-order price of £599.99 from The Carphone Warehouse, helping to put to bed rumours of a delay.There were rumblings that the new tablet would be pushed back a few months to incorporate Android 3.0, something HTC has strenuously denied.And while TCW hasn't managed to be all helpful and delivered an exact HTC Flyer UK release date, early May 2011 is a pretty good indication that there won't be a delay on the tablet.High flyingThe £600 price tag is for the 3G and Wi-Fi version of the Flyer, with a cheaper Wi-Fi only option set to land in the near future.However, for a 7-inch screened, single core device, it's a pretty hefty mark-up from the large...
Updated: HTC Flyer UK release date: 9 May
By TechRadar, published 04-12-2011
UPDATEHTC's Florient Seiche confirmed the HTC Flyer will go on sale from 9 May across Europe.ORIGINAL STORYThe HTC Flyer tablet has been given a pre-order price of £599.99 from The Carphone Warehouse, helping to put to bed rumours of a delay.There were rumblings that the new tablet would be pushed back a few months to incorporate Android 3.0, something HTC has strenuously denied.And while TCW hasn't managed to be all helpful and delivered an exact HTC Flyer UK release date, early May 2011 is a pretty good indication that there won't be a delay on the tablet.High flyingThe £600 price tag is for the 3G and Wi-Fi version of the Flyer, with a cheaper Wi-Fi only option set to land in the near future.However, for a 7-inch screened, single core device, it's a pretty hefty mark-up from the large...
Updated: HTC Flyer UK release date: 9 May
By TechRadar, published 04-12-2011
UPDATEHTC's Florient Seiche confirmed the HTC Flyer will go on sale from 9 May across Europe.ORIGINAL STORYThe HTC Flyer tablet has been given a pre-order price of £599.99 from The Carphone Warehouse, helping to put to bed rumours of a delay.There were rumblings that the new tablet would be pushed back a few months to incorporate Android 3.0, something HTC has strenuously denied.And while TCW hasn't managed to be all helpful and delivered an exact HTC Flyer UK release date, early May 2011 is a pretty good indication that there won't be a delay on the tablet.High flyingThe £600 price tag is for the 3G and Wi-Fi version of the Flyer, with a cheaper Wi-Fi only option set to land in the near future.However, for a 7-inch screened, single core device, it's a pretty hefty mark-up from the large...
Apple iPhone 4 pricing in India: be ready to pay a premium
By Thinkdigit, published 04-11-2011
Bharti Airtel, and later Aircel, today announced the imminent Indian launch of the Apple iPhone 4, and everyone wants to know what the damage will be. We expect Apple to follow the same pricing trends it has in the past when introducing new models while retaining previous generation devices on the shelves – the iPhone 4 will be priced at roughly the same price as the iPhone 3GS at launch – around Rs. 42,000 for the 32GB version. As always, substantially more than its U.S. price. [RE [...] Read the entire article
Android App Spotlight: Titanium Media Sync
By MaximumPC, published 04-05-2011
You know what sucks about the iPhone? If you said the walled-garden approach to applications, you're correct. If you said "Apple's fanatical devotion to industrial design," you're less correct. If you said, "dealing with the steaming pile of masticated vegetable matter and half-cooked industrial byproduct that is iTunes every time I want to add something to my iPhone or remove that thing from my iPhone," you win! And the prize is an Android phone, which, if you're reading this, you probably already own. If not, go get one. We'll wait. There are many ways to get data to and from your Android device without ever doing something so gauche as attaching it to your computer with a USB cable. Apps like WinAmp and DoubleTwist AirSync allow you to sync music over WiFi, to say nothing of more advanc...
Elgato EyeTV App with AirPlay Functionality
By SlashGear, published 04-05-2011
If you have EyeTV on your Mac, now you can get it on your iPhone or iPad as well. With the new app, you can stream live television over a 3G connection, as long as you have EyeTV already set up at home. The app converts live TV to the right format for view on an iPad or iPhone. With the EyeTV app, you can: Watch live TV and change channels anywhere (via a Wi-Fi or 3G connection) Watch your EyeTV recordings Browse the comprehensive Program Guide and view details Start recordings back home on your Mac immediately or schedule them for later View and edit your recording schedules Automatically launch EyeTV on your Mac at home as needed From your Mac, you will need to enable access from EyeTV for iPhone/iPad in EyeTV’s Preferences window, and allow connections from EyeTV and EyeConnect in...
iPad 2 top tablet says Consumer Reports
By SlashGear, published 04-05-2011
Consumer Reports has never been keen on the iPhone 4, criticizing both the original AT&T and newer Verizon versions for their antenna performance, but the independent buyers’ guide has no such qualms about the iPad 2. “Some series competitors are finally hitting the market” the organization says, but having tested ten models they’re still leaning toward recommending the Apple slate. Models from Archos, Dell, Motorola, Samsung and ViewSonic were pitted against Apple’s first- and second-gen iPads, and judged on touchscreen responsiveness, versatility, portability, screen glare and ease-of-use. Top place went to the iPad 2 WiFi + 3G 32GB, but the first-gen iPad tied with Motorola’s XOOM. Battery life proved particularly variable, with the iPad 2...
A how-to guide to jailbreaking iOS 4.3.1
By phoneArena, published 04-05-2011
Here is how to easily jailbreak iOS 4.3.1 running on an iPhone 4 by using redsn0w. The jailbreak is also designed to work with the iPhone 3GS, latest two generations of the iPod touch, and the second generation of Apple TV...
iPhone 5 Rumors, A Complete Roundup Infographic
By SlashGear, published 04-04-2011
If you’re curious about what the next generation iPhone has in store, then here’s a wonderful infographic that rounds up all the iPhone 5 rumors into one nicely designed chart. Until official details come out, you can stare at this and stay mesmerized by all that may or may not be part of the revamped Apple smartphone. Proceed after the cut to view the full chart. The chart was designed by graphic artists for the French website Nowhere Else. We’ve talked about several of these iPhone 5 rumors before, including dual-SIM, NFC equipped, larger screen size, new metal backing, and most recently the rumor of an 8MP camera. Let us know what you think of the rumors listed in the chart below. Are you excited about the imminent iPhone 5, or are you parting ways for an Android dev...
Review: Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc
By TechRadar, published 04-04-2011
Sony Ericsson's original Xperia X10 was a brave first go at an Android phone, offering a large screen, a collection of social media enhancements and a stylised version of Google's rapidly growing mobile operating system.However, the X10 was hindered by delays, held back by glitchy software and arrived running the already ageing Android 1.6 - and only received an update to 2.1 recently. It was, to put it mildly, a bit of a mess.The Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc obliterates all of those awkward memories in a flash. It's running the very latest Android 2.3.2 version of the OS. It's arrived on time. It's fast, and it's very, very stylish indeed. And it's not that expensive for a single-core Android phone in 2011 at £430 SIM free or £30 per month on contract - can Sony Ericsson's Reality Display, ...
iPhone 4, Apple TV and more get new PwnageTool jailbreak
By SlashGear, published 04-04-2011
New versions of the iPhone Dev Team’s PwnageTool and redsn0w iOS jailbreak tools havebeen released, to handle iOS 4.3.1. Offering a jailbreak option for the iPhone 3GS and iPhone 4 (GSM version), along with the third- and fourth-gen iPod touch, first-gen iPad and second-gen Apple TV – but not the Verizon iPhone 4 or the iPad 2, yet – it’s an untethered solution meaning you don’t have to plug your device into a PC/Mac whenever you want to restart it. Right now, only the PwnageTool works on the Apple TV, and those using ultrasn0w to unlock their device should steer clear altogether. If not, you could lose your unlock completely; the Dev Team is working on a new version of ultrasn0w that will play nicely with custom IPSW files. As for the iPad 2, that requires...
Smartphone Screens: How Big is Too Big?
By SlashGear, published 04-03-2011
I head up the Consumer Devices group at Current Analysis, where we have two complementary products: data – we track product pricing, availability, and specs – and analysis – our assessment on how competitive various products and initiatives are. I recently had a client ask a question that crossed both: how many smartphones today have super-sized screens, and how big is too big? (I warned them that the answer would make a great SlashGear column.) The data answer is simple: 13% of the smartphones at the four national carriers in the U.S. have screens 4” or larger. The analytical answer is a bit more complicated. When discussing screen sizes, I don’t think you can ignore the elephant in the room – Apple – which limits its product line and does a lot of thinking and...
iPhone 5 8MP camera tipped after Sony CEO slip
By SlashGear, published 04-02-2011
Sony CEO Sir Howard Stringer has apparently let slip the camera hardware specifications of the iPhone 5, Apple’s fifth-generation smartphone. Speaking to Walt Mossberg this week, 9 to 5 Mac reports, Stringer discussed the impact of the Japanese earthquake on CMOS sensor production at the company’s Sendai plant. “Our best sensor technology is built in one of the affected factories” he said, “those go to Apple for their iPhones… or iPads. Isn’t that something? They buy our best sensors from us?” Back in April 2010, reports surfaced based on analyst checks that Apple was looking to Sony for an 8-megapixel camera for the fifth-gen iPhone. The same report accurately predicted the 5-megapixel upgrade for the iPhone 4. Sony does not currently supply A...
Review Roundup: This week's hottest reviews on TechRadar
By TechRadar, published 04-02-2011
This week's reviews include one of the hottest phones from this year's Mobile World Congress, the HTC Desire S. It's the follow-up to the best-selling HTC Desire, but can it top the highs of the handset it replaces? We've also fully reviewed Android 3.0, the tablet OS that hopes to conquer the supremacy of iOS as well as the incredibly quick six-core Intel Core i7 990X Extreme Edition. Top five reviews on TechRadarHTC Desire S review The Desire S is a great phone, but it feels like it doesn't live up to its grand name. We loved the original Desire so much. It was offering an experience comparable to the iPhone 4 three months before Apple's device was even announced.Android 3.0 reviewAndroid 3.0 is powerful and fast. It looks closer to what you'd expect in the modern computing age and not a...
HTC Thunderbolt Sales Surpass The iPhone 4 At Verizon Stores, Says Analyst
By SlashGear, published 04-01-2011
According to BTIG Research analyst Walter Piecyk, the HTC Thunderbolt is showing up the iPhone 4 by matching and even outselling the Apple smartphone in many Verizon Wireless stores. The informal study conducted by Piecyk involved calling 150 different Verizon Wireless locations across 22 major U.S. cities and asking which smartphone was selling better. The survey found that the devices were selling about the same at 61% of the Verizon Wireless stores. However, 11% of the stores said that the iPhone 4 was selling faster while 28% of the stores said that the ThunderBolt outsold the iPhone 4. So what does this survey say about smartphone sales or Android versus iOS preferences in the market? Not very much. The survey was conducted during the two weeks following the Thunderbolt launch in mi...
Review: Sony Ericsson Xperia Play
By TechRadar, published 04-01-2011
The PlayStation phone is the device equivalent of El Dorado, in that it's spent a long time as a golden fable to trot out when conversation slows. Now the fusion of gamepad and Android phone has emerged into the modern world in the form of the Sony Ericsson Xperia Play.It's a time when iPhones have permeated the globe, able to deliver tactile gaming on the go, and Nintendo's 3DS is making waves by bringing portable 3D fun to the masses.Even within the Sony stable, the Xperia Play has rivals to overcome. There's the NGP, successor to the PSP, on the horizon, which will arrive boasting more processing power than Deep Blue (well, apparently a quad-core chip and graphics processor).What's more, it must establish itself over a selection of fast and competent Android handsets, such as Sony Erics...
Review: Sony Ericsson Xperia Play
By TechRadar, published 04-01-2011
The PlayStation phone is the device equivalent of El Dorado, in that it's spent a long time as a golden fable to trot out when conversation slows. Now the fusion of gamepad and Android phone has emerged into the modern world in the form of the Sony Ericsson Xperia Play.It's a time when iPhones have permeated the globe, able to deliver tactile gaming on the go, and Nintendo's 3DS is making waves by bringing portable 3D fun to the masses.Even within the Sony stable, the Xperia Play has rivals to overcome. There's the NGP, successor to the PSP, on the horizon, which will arrive boasting more processing power than Deep Blue (well, apparently a quad-core chip and graphics processor).What's more, it must establish itself over a selection of fast and competent Android handsets, such as Sony Erics...
Review: Sony Ericsson Xperia Play
By TechRadar, published 04-01-2011
The PlayStation phone is the device equivalent of El Dorado, in that it's spent a long time as a golden fable to trot out when conversation slows. Now the fusion of gamepad and Android phone has emerged into the modern world in the form of the Sony Ericsson Xperia Play.It's a time when iPhones have permeated the globe, able to deliver tactile gaming on the go, and Nintendo's 3DS is making waves by bringing portable 3D fun to the masses.Even within the Sony stable, the Xperia Play has rivals to overcome. There's the NGP, successor to the PSP, on the horizon, which will arrive boasting more processing power than Deep Blue (well, apparently a quad-core chip and graphics processor).What's more, it must establish itself over a selection of fast and competent Android handsets, such as Sony Erics...
Review: Nokia E7
By TechRadar, published 04-01-2011
If beauty were only screen deep, the Nokia E7 series would stand a good chance in a Miss Handset competition, even up against the likes of the iPhone 4, HTC Desire S and Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc. This QWERTY keyboard phone boasts a four-inch capacitive touchscreen, AMOLED ClearBlack display and sleek brushed aluminium casing that feels great in the hand. It's just under 14mm thick, but fairly lightweight for its size and depth. A strong double-thumbed push to the tilt and slide mechanism will reveal the well-spaced, rubber-buttoned QWERTY pad. The hinge is a little stiff, but the solidity is appreciated. The weight is nicely balanced held portrait, landscape or with the keypad out, and the touchscreen isn't overpowered by unwieldy additional keys. The soft keys it does have are spare and n...
Review: Nokia E7
By TechRadar, published 04-01-2011
If beauty were only screen deep, the Nokia E7 series would stand a good chance in a Miss Handset competition, even up against the likes of the iPhone 4, HTC Desire S and Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc. This QWERTY keyboard phone boasts a four-inch capacitive touchscreen, AMOLED ClearBlack display and sleek brushed aluminium casing that feels great in the hand. It's just under 14mm thick, but fairly lightweight for its size and depth. A strong double-thumbed push to the tilt and slide mechanism will reveal the well-spaced, rubber-buttoned QWERTY pad. The hinge is a little stiff, but the solidity is appreciated. The weight is nicely balanced held portrait, landscape or with the keypad out, and the touchscreen isn't overpowered by unwieldy additional keys. The soft keys it does have are spare and n...
Review: Nokia E7
By TechRadar, published 04-01-2011
If beauty were only screen deep, the Nokia E7 series would stand a good chance in a Miss Handset competition, even up against the likes of the iPhone 4, HTC Desire S and Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc. This QWERTY keyboard phone boasts a four-inch capacitive touchscreen, AMOLED ClearBlack display and sleek brushed aluminium casing that feels great in the hand. It's just under 14mm thick, but fairly lightweight for its size and depth. A strong double-thumbed push to the tilt and slide mechanism will reveal the well-spaced, rubber-buttoned QWERTY pad. The hinge is a little stiff, but the solidity is appreciated. The weight is nicely balanced held portrait, landscape or with the keypad out, and the touchscreen isn't overpowered by unwieldy additional keys. The soft keys it does have are spare and n...
Hasbro MY3D for iPhone and iPod touch launches
By SlashGear, published 04-01-2011
Back in November, we first caught wind of the Hasbro MY3D iPhone and iPod touch holder. The thing uses an app to turn your iPod or iPhone into a 3D Viewmaster style device for kids to play with. Hasbro has now announced that the MY3D device is set to launch. The MY3D will hit Target stores on April 3 and will be an exclusive for Target until June when it will roll out to other retail outlets. The device has two access openings that allow the user to interact with the screen on the iPhone or touch for control. It will work with iPhones all the way back to the 3G and second, third, and fourth gen iPod touch devices. The MY3D works with apps that are on the app store with games and other things that can be used with the viewer. The apps include MY3D 360° SHARKS, MY3D SECTOR 17, MY3D TELEPO...
First-gen iPad refurb stock dwindles (but bargains still to be had)
By SlashGear, published 04-01-2011
The time to scoop a cut-price first-gen iPad is fast running out, as Apple’s remaining stock – discounted since the launch of the iPad 2 – dwindles. The iPad WiFi 16GB, which was slashed to $349, is now no longer available, making the cheapest “iPad 1″ now the WiFi 32GB model at $429, still $70 cheaper than the entry-level 16GB iPad 2. If it’s an iPad WiFi + 3G you’re after, the 16GB first-gen model is $479. That’s $150 less than the iPad 2 models equipped with 3G, though of course you won’t get the option to pick Verizon as your data carrier. The differences between the iPad 1 and iPad 2 are all laid out in our comparison feature, and we talk a more about the upgrade process in our iPad 2 Skeptic’s Review. You may not have the ...
Apple offers up new OS X Lion build for devs
By SlashGear, published 31-03-2011
If you are an Apple fan, you have undoubtedly heard at this point that the focus of WWDC this year will supposedly not be hardware but the OS X Lion operating system for Macs and iOS for the iPhone and iPad. Apparently, the first version of Lion that was offered up for devs to check out had a lot of bugs in it. Apple is also said to consider this new build to be a GM1 revision. That first offering stayed just the way it was for a month and now TechCrunch reports that Apple has put a new updated version of the OS up for devs to download and try again via the Mac App Store. Normal geeks can’t get the OS, it’s only for developers. The original version of Lion that was offered was 11A390 and the new version that is up as of now is 11A419 so in that month time there have been many ...
iPad 2: The Skeptic’s Review
By SlashGear, published 30-03-2011
A year ago I wrote a skeptic’s review of the first-generation iPad, a more personal report on the original model from my perspective as a tabletophile and a blogger. Since then we’ve seen the launch of a few Android slates – though not the deluge we were perhaps expecting – and of course, most recently, the arrival of the iPad 2. How does the second-generation iPad hold up, and has Apple answered my original complaints? Read on for my iPad 2 Skeptic’s Review. For the full background story of my tablet love, you should probably read the original review. Since then I’ve used and reviewed multiple slates, running Windows, Android and other platforms, for varying lengths of time. The two I’ve lived with, however, have been the iPad 1 and Samsung̵...
Revealed: The 15 Best New Smartphones for 2011
By MaximumPC, published 30-03-2011
Smartphone Tech Trends of 2011 Strong, healthy competition in a budding market has aided significantly in the rapid advancement of Smartphone technology that we’ve seen so far this year. Smartphone performance alone has grown by leaps and bounds, at rates which we likely won’t see again for several years, but this doesn’t mean progress will be stifled. In fact, things should continue along at this accelerated rate throughout the rest of the year. As more devices adopt the dual-core approach, there will be a push for quad-core processors, which should be achievable and on the market by the end of this year. Pairing that with optimizations in low-power DDR2 and DDR3 RAM, we should be seeing high-end Smartphone increase their performance two-fold within the next 12 months, after which p...
LTE iPhone 5 in time for Holiday 2011: Apple Rumor Roundup
By SlashGear, published 29-03-2011
With it looking unlikely that Apple will be bringing the iPhone 5 to WWDC 2011 in early June, speculation has returned to circling how the company’s hardware plans may shape up for the rest of the year. Rather than a June launch, there are suggestions that Apple will release the white iPhone 4 later in the spring and use that to prolong the handset’s shelf-life until a Q4 2011 refresh. That later date might allow for the inclusion of 4G LTE connectivity, in an attempt to better take on what’s expected to be a growing number of LTE-equipped Android devices. According to Macotakara, Apple is yet to order components for the iPhone 5, and sources claim the fifth-generation smartphone will not contribute to the company’s fiscal 2011; that period ends on September 24. T...
Apple Worldwide Developers' Conference 2011 announced
By TechRadar, published 28-03-2011
Apple has revealed that its Worldwide Developers' Conference is to take place 6 June in Moscone West, San Francisco.The conference which runs for five days is to predominantly look at the future of iOS and Mac OS. "If you are an iOS or Mac OS X software developer, this is the event that you do not want to miss," said Philip Schiller, Apple's senior vice president of Worldwide Product Marketing, about the event.WWDC 2011: what to expectApple has outlined some of the things that will be taking place at the event.They include:More than 100 technical sessions presented by Apple engineers on a wide range of technology-specific topics for developing, deploying and integrating the latest iOS and Mac OS technologiesOver 1,000 Apple engineers providing developers with code-level assistance, insight...
Apple Worldwide Developers' Conference 2011 announced
By TechRadar, published 28-03-2011
Apple has revealed that its Worldwide Developers' Conference is to take place 6 June in Moscone West, San Francisco.The conference which runs for five days is to predominantly look at the future of iOS and Mac OS. "If you are an iOS or Mac OS X software developer, this is the event that you do not want to miss," said Philip Schiller, Apple's senior vice president of Worldwide Product Marketing, about the event.WWDC 2011: what to expectApple has outlined some of the things that will be taking place at the event.They include:More than 100 technical sessions presented by Apple engineers on a wide range of technology-specific topics for developing, deploying and integrating the latest iOS and Mac OS technologiesOver 1,000 Apple engineers providing developers with code-level assistance, insight...
Review: Apple MacBook (2011)
By TechRadar, published 27-03-2011
With the continuing popularity of the iPad, iPhone and iPod range, Apple's laptop sales have seen an impressive boost in recent months. The Apple MacBook is its entry-level model, and while some could argue it offers limited value, it's still a great choice.The main argument against Apple's laptops is that despite their use of older technology, they still cost the same as cutting-edge Windows-based machines. The MacBook uses a last generation Intel 2.4GHz Core 2 Duo P8600 processor, rather than a Core i5 chip as seen in the Acer Aspire 5943G and Fujitsu Lifebook S710. While the difference in performance is significant, there's still ample power to run the excellent Mac OS X 10.6 operating system and software with plenty of speed. Graphics are just as capable. While outperformed by the Acer...
Review: Apple MacBook (2011)
By TechRadar, published 27-03-2011
With the continuing popularity of the iPad, iPhone and iPod range, Apple's laptop sales have seen an impressive boost in recent months. The Apple MacBook is its entry-level model, and while some could argue it offers limited value, it's still a great choice.The main argument against Apple's laptops is that despite their use of older technology, they still cost the same as cutting-edge Windows-based machines. The MacBook uses a last generation Intel 2.4GHz Core 2 Duo P8600 processor, rather than a Core i5 chip as seen in the Acer Aspire 5943G and Fujitsu Lifebook S710. While the difference in performance is significant, there's still ample power to run the excellent Mac OS X 10.6 operating system and software with plenty of speed. Graphics are just as capable. While outperformed by the Acer...
Apple Releases iOS 4.3.1 For Minor Bug Fixes
By SlashGear, published 25-03-2011
The fresh scent of iOS 4.3 has yet to wear off, and Apple is already releasing an update. Today, iOS 4.3.1 has just been unleashed to bring us minor bug fixes and some other improvements. The update will fix the image flickering issue that the Apple Digital AV Adapter was experiencing with some TVs. It will also fix the graphics glitches on the fourth generation iPod touch. It also resolves some issues related to activating and connecting to some cellular networks along with issues authenticating some enterprise web services. There were rumors earlier in the week that claimed an imminent iOS 4.3.1 update within the next two weeks would fix a battery life issue. However, this actual update doesn’t seem to address that matter specifically. The update is also only available to GSM ver...
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Latest mobile phones 2011: hottest handsets reviewed
By TechRadar, published 25-03-2011
In the ever-changing mobile market, it can be hard to keep pace with the latest mobile phone trends. That's why we've put together this hub for our new mobile phone reviews: to give you the ideal jumping-on point for understanding the most current handsets around. We cover a plethora of brands, including Apple, HTC, Nokia, Palm and Blackberry, and operating systems, such as Android, iOS and Windows Phone 7, so you should find something that piques your interest here. In short, if you're seeking a new mobile phone, this is a great place to start.Nokia C2-01With the ink now dry on the contract between Nokia and Microsoft, the C2-01 is among the last of a dying breed: a Symbian OS-toting Nokia mobile. Oh, and it's sans touchscreen, too. Yes, for a new mobile phone, it's decidedly old-school. ...
Latest mobile phones 2011: hottest handsets reviewed
By TechRadar, published 25-03-2011
In the ever-changing mobile market, it can be hard to keep pace with the latest mobile phone trends. That's why we've put together this hub for our new mobile phone reviews: to give you the ideal jumping-on point for understanding the most current handsets around. We cover a plethora of brands, including Apple, HTC, Nokia, Palm and Blackberry, and operating systems, such as Android, iOS and Windows Phone 7, so you should find something that piques your interest here. In short, if you're seeking a new mobile phone, this is a great place to start.Nokia C2-01With the ink now dry on the contract between Nokia and Microsoft, the C2-01 is among the last of a dying breed: a Symbian OS-toting Nokia mobile. Oh, and it's sans touchscreen, too. Yes, for a new mobile phone, it's decidedly old-school. ...
Latest mobile phones 2011: hottest handsets reviewed
By TechRadar, published 25-03-2011
In the ever-changing mobile market, it can be hard to keep pace with the latest mobile phone trends. That's why we've put together this hub for our new mobile phone reviews: to give you the ideal jumping-on point for understanding the most current handsets around. We cover a plethora of brands, including Apple, HTC, Nokia, Palm and Blackberry, and operating systems, such as Android, iOS and Windows Phone 7, so you should find something that piques your interest here. In short, if you're seeking a new mobile phone, this is a great place to start.Nokia C2-01With the ink now dry on the contract between Nokia and Microsoft, the C2-01 is among the last of a dying breed: a Symbian OS-toting Nokia mobile. Oh, and it's sans touchscreen, too. Yes, for a new mobile phone, it's decidedly old-school. ...
AT&T buys T-Mobile USA for £24bn
By TechRadar, published 22-03-2011
AT&T has purchased T-Mobile USA from Deutsche Telekom in a deal which establishes the network as the single biggest carrier in the United States.The $39bn (£24m) agreement, which is still to be approved by regulators, would see AT&T overhaul Verizon Wireless as the most dominant network stateside with a 43 per cent share of the market.AT&T will retire the T-Mobile name in the USA, when the takeover is completed in 2012, and take full advantage of the T-Mobile network infrastructure to improve its own over-burdened network.The deal is the second T-Mobile sell-off German giant Deutsche Telekom has made in the last couple of years, with T-Mobile UK merging with Orange to form the Everything Everywhere network.Less choice?T-Mobile USA had offered customers cheaper contracts and better contrac...
iOS 4.3.1 on its way to end your iPad 2 jailbreaking fun
By TechRadar, published 21-03-2011
Apple is currently readying iOS 4.3.1 for release in the next couple of weeks, if information sent to one tech site is to be believed.iOS 4.3 only went live earlier this month, but Apple is looking keen to stamp out any iPad 2 hacking action. Sources told BGR that the minor update will include a number of fixes, including closing the door on iPad 2 jailbreaking 'vulnerability'. TweaksOther tweaks include fixing issues with third party apps recognising the gyroscope on the iPad 2, a couple of memory issues and baseband updates for the iPhone 3GS and original iPad. It's looking unlikely that the update will hit before the UK gets its hands on the iPad 2, set to launch on 25 March (Friday). No doubt most of us will be happy to have the new tablet safely in our possession before we start compl...
iOS 4.3.1 on its way to end your iPad 2 jailbreaking fun
By TechRadar, published 21-03-2011
Apple is currently readying iOS 4.3.1 for release in the next couple of weeks, if information sent to one tech site is to be believed.iOS 4.3 only went live earlier this month, but Apple is looking keen to stamp out any iPad 2 hacking action. Sources told BGR that the minor update will include a number of fixes, including closing the door on iPad 2 jailbreaking 'vulnerability'. TweaksOther tweaks include fixing issues with third party apps recognising the gyroscope on the iPad 2, a couple of memory issues and baseband updates for the iPhone 3GS and original iPad. It's looking unlikely that the update will hit before the UK gets its hands on the iPad 2, set to launch on 25 March (Friday). No doubt most of us will be happy to have the new tablet safely in our possession before we start compl...
SlashGear Week in Review – Week 12 2011
By SlashGear, published 20-03-2011
Another week in the history books and another Week in Review for you to check out. We started the week last week with the alarms not working on older OS versions of the iPhone. At least the alarms were an hour early and not an hour late. The only fix for me was updating to the latest version of the OS. Terminix and its ad agency created a billboard in Dallas last week using thousands of live roaches. The board was designed to warn people of the germs roaches carry and to set an example to all the roaches watching of what can happen if they come into your home. Analysts claim that Apple sold a million iPad 2 tablets last week. Best Buy is said to have sold out in ten minutes. The Japanese market Prius will get an option for lithium ion battery packs. A cheaper model will continue to use t...
iPhone 5: To Have Or Not To Have NFC Chip?
By SlashGear, published 18-03-2011
The stories are all over the place about whether the future iPhone 5 will have an NFC chip. The latest is brought to us from a tweet by Forbes tech reporter Elizabeth Woyke who says that the next iPhone will have NFC capabilities. NFC stands for Near Field Communication and it allows users to simply wave their phone over sensors to pay for things, and supports more mobile media sharing. “Just met with an entrepreneur who says the iPhone 5 *will* have NFC…according to his friend, who works for Apple,” tweeted Woyke earlier today. The iPhone 5 would work great with NFC because of the credit card information Apple already has with payments over iTunes for movies, apps, and music. Earlier in the week The Independent reported that the next iPhone wouldn’t have NFC because Apple was c...
Android Loading Websites Faster Than iPhone Report Debunked
By SlashGear, published 17-03-2011
Earlier this morning we stated some skepticism over the released report stating that Android’s native phone browser rendered websites 52% faster than on Apple’s Safari browser for the iPhone. It turns out that the companies own CTO pointed out to CNET some of the critical flaws, mainly that the tests were done using UIWebView instead of Safari. The Safari application has benefitted from increased software improvements where as UIWebView is a simple browser that can be embedded into apps and has not benefitted from the latest software enhancements. We thought the whole thing was suspect when many of their results did not match our own internal benchmarking. It turns out the primary reason for this is that we have been benchmarking websites using Safari not UIWebView. The r...
Apple iPad 2 faces iPhone 4, 3GS in an epic display shootout
By GSMArena, published 17-03-2011
The iPad 2 has already gone through dozens of reviews after its launch, but none of them is as scientific as this one. The guys over at DisplayMate have compared the tablet's 1024 x 768 pixels screen...
1m iPad 2 sales claims analyst; Best Buy sold out in 10 mins
By SlashGear, published 14-03-2011
More analysts are weighing in with iPad 2 sales predictions, and for once notorious soothsayer Gene Munster isn’t the one offering pie-in-the-sky figures. He predicted around 400,000 iPad 2 sales, constrained because of supply issues that have left the second-gen tablet sold out online, while Wedbush Securities analyst Scott Sutherland believes as many as 1m iPad 2 units could’ve sold over the weekend. “We would not be surprised to see Apple sell closer to 1 million iPad 2s in the opening weekend” Sutherland predicted. Meanwhile, Global Equities Research analyst Trip Chowdhry has tipped three times the amount of iPad 2 sales as of the original iPad, which Apple sold 300,000 of in the first day. He also suggests that AT&T’s iPad 2 WiFi + 3G model was mo...
AT&T to add caps to DSL and U-verse broadband plans
By SlashGear, published 14-03-2011
If you are an AT&T subscriber with U-verse or DSL connectivity in your home we have some bad news. AT&T is set to add caps to the broadband plans that will see users that go over set amounts monthly being hit with overage charges. Letters will be going out next week to notify users of AT&T services. Apparently, the cap for DSL subscribers will be 150GB monthly. If you are a U-Verse subscriber, the cap will be 250GB monthly. These tidbits came from AT&T representative Seth Bloom at SXSW in Austin. If a customer goes over those data limits, they will be charged $10 for each additional 50GB block of data. Bloom says that users that go over the caps will get a onetime grace period and after that, the user will be notified when they have reached 65% of the monthly allowed data...
Buying Guide: Which is the best HTC phone?
By TechRadar, published 03-12-2011
Our constantly updated list of the best HTC phones.So you've decided that HTC is the brand you want to spend the next 24 months of your life with - but that's not the end of the quest.You have a plethora of devices, price points and operating systems to choose from and it can all get a little bewildering. But which is the best HTC phone for you?Thankfully TechRadar is on hand to help you out - check out our run down of all the HTC phones around at the moment:HTC Incredible SOS: Android 2.2The HTC Incredible S is rather nice piece of kit, but has a very odd rear - the innards are vacuum packed to the case, giving the impression of a much thinner phone than it actually is.The OS is still only Android 2.2, and we'd have hoped for a spot of Gingerbread on a cutting edge handset like this - but...
Review: iPad 2
By TechRadar, published 03-12-2011
Our iPad 2 review is a work in progress. Here are our initial findings...Just under one year ago, Apple shocked the computing world with a 9.7-inch touchscreen tablet that few truly expected.Some called the original Apple iPad a large-format iPhone. Others berated the name and made jokes that were not remotely funny.The early reviews were marginal at best – we handed the device a solid four stars. Technical folks decried the lack of Adobe Flash and the missing cameras.Now, 60,000 apps later (according to Apple, who counts every conceivable option) and just a few weeks after the first real Android 3.0 tablet contender hit the streets (Motorola Xoom), the iPad 2 has sauntered onto the playing field.Some expected pure gold: a tablet that runs as fast as a laptop and weighs less than a newsp...
Review: iPad 2
By TechRadar, published 03-12-2011
Our Apple iPad 2 review is a work in progress. Here are our initial findings...Just under one year ago, Apple shocked the computing world with a 9.7-inch touchscreen tablet that few truly expected.Some called the original Apple iPad a large-format iPhone. Others berated the name and made jokes that were not remotely funny.The early reviews were marginal at best – we handed the device a solid four stars. Technical folks decried the lack of Adobe Flash and the missing cameras.Now, 60,000 apps later (according to Apple, who counts every conceivable option) and just a few weeks after the first real Android 3.0 tablet contender hit the streets (Motorola Xoom), the iPad 2 has sauntered onto the playing field.Some expected pure gold: a tablet that runs as fast as a laptop and weighs less than a...
Catch up: this week's most popular posts
By TechRadar, published 03-12-2011
While most eyes are on the iPad 2 at the moment one analyst at least reckons that Android tablets are set to take the market lead.And in the OMG PANIC department, news came out that over-reliance on sat navs could cause death. Hopefully some of us will be left alive, though, as the UK government is pressing on with a £50m broadband plan to bring high-speed internet to rural areas.So if you live in the country, get rid of your sat nav or your dreams of finally getting to watch cats playing the piano on YouTube without the constant buffering may never be realised.Read on for this week's most popular stories on TechRadar…Top five news storiesAndroid tablet sales to 'dominate' over the iPad by 2014The spotlights might be magnetically drawn to the iPad 2 at the moment, but it seems those bac...
Catch up: this week's most popular posts
By TechRadar, published 03-12-2011
While most eyes are on the iPad 2 at the moment one analyst at least reckons that Android tablets are set to take the market lead.And in the OMG PANIC department, news came out that over-reliance on sat navs could cause death. Hopefully some of us will be left alive, though, as the UK government is pressing on with a £50m broadband plan to bring high-speed internet to rural areas.So if you live in the country, get rid of your sat nav or your dreams of finally getting to watch cats playing the piano on YouTube without the constant buffering may never be realised.Read on for this week's most popular stories on TechRadar…Top five news storiesAndroid tablet sales to 'dominate' over the iPad by 2014The spotlights might be magnetically drawn to the iPad 2 at the moment, but it seems those bac...
Catch up: this week's most popular posts
By TechRadar, published 03-12-2011
While most eyes are on the iPad 2 at the moment one analyst at least reckons that Android tablets are set to take the market lead.And in the OMG PANIC department, news came out that over-reliance on sat navs could cause death. Hopefully some of us will be left alive, though, as the UK government is pressing on with a £50m broadband plan to bring high-speed internet to rural areas.So if you live in the country, get rid of your sat nav or your dreams of finally getting to watch cats playing the piano on YouTube without the constant buffering may never be realised.Read on for this week's most popular stories on TechRadar…Top five news storiesAndroid tablet sales to 'dominate' over the iPad by 2014The spotlights might be magnetically drawn to the iPad 2 at the moment, but it seems those bac...
AT&T admits that the Motorola ATRIX 4G is not yet turned on for HSUPA connectivity
By phoneArena, published 03-12-2011
Why should the 3G Apple iPhone 4 send and receive data faster than the Motorola ATRIX 4G and the HTC Inspire 4G? AT&T's response to a Better Business Bureau filing revealed the simple but disturbing answer...
iPad 2 goes on sale
By GameSpot, published 03-11-2011
Dual-camera tablet debuts on East Coast, set go to on sale at 5 p.m. local time in other time zones. Just over one week after it was unveiled, the iPad 2 went on sale today on the East Coast at 5 p.m. EST. The launch, which is being live-blogged at GameSpot sibling site CNET, saw hundreds of Apple enthusiasts camped out, with lines snaking down New York City sidewalks. Apple stores were shut down during the latter part of the day to allow employees to stock shelves with iPad 2s, and there was no guarantee that supplies would last once the tablets went on sale. People lined up for the iPad 2 in NYC.image credit: CNET. Launching at 5 p.m. in other US time zones, the iPad 2 is 33 percent thinner and 15 percent lighter than its predecessor, but it boasts...
AT&T vs. Verizon iPad 2 Data Plans Comparison Graph
By SlashGear, published 03-11-2011
Apple’s iPad 2 goes on sale today and for those who are getting a data plan along with it you might need a calculator. Unlike the first generation iPad, the iPad 2 will be carried on both AT&T and Verizon and between the two carriers you’ll have to choose from eight different data plans. CNN has provided a nice graph to make your decision a little easier. The plan you choose really depends on how much data you think you’ll use because of the overage charges you’ll get hit with. You have to take into account how much you’ll actually be on the carrier’s network and not on Wi-Fi, because that doesn’t count towards your data use. AT&T offers a prepaid and postpaid plan and both plans will cost you $15 for each 250 megabytes or $25 for the first 2 gigbytes used in a mo...
Iomega SuperHero Review
By SlashGear, published 03-11-2011
Wouldn’t it be great if there was a device that automatically backs up important data from your iPhone every time you charged it? A solution may be the Iomega SuperHero iPhone backup and charger that’s designed to let you easily backup your contacts and photos directly to an SD card without the hassle of connecting to iTunes on your computer. This makes the backup process as easy as setting your iPhone onto a charging dock. Hardware The Iomega SuperHero has a sleek brushed aluminum base in tune with your iPhone’s form factor measuring about 3.5 x 3.5 inches and roughly three-quarters of an inch tall. The power supply port and a SD card slot are on the back, a black padding material covers the bottom, and the docking cradle sits on top towards the front. The dock is c...
Updated: 10 best touchscreen phones for 2011
By TechRadar, published 03-11-2011
Our best touchscreen phone article is constantly updated.Quite simply, touch screen technology is the innovation we now expect to see in some shape or form from every new smartphone that launches. Swapping a button-bashing existence for a softer sensing interface we can press, swipe, pinch and zoom, means we can now do a little bit more than simply stare into that pint-sized screen of ours.If the only QWERTY keyboard you want to see on a daily basis is the one nestled next to your office computer, here's our pick of the best touchscreen smartphones available right now in the UK.1. HTC Desire HDSporting a massive 4.3-inch Super LCD touch screen display, the HD has plenty of room for slick manoeuvre around HTC's overhauled Sense UI. Incorporating the same 480X800 WVGA resolution as the origi...
Gazelle claims 10,000 iPad owners have traded in iPad since iPad 2 announcements
By SlashGear, published 03-11-2011
If you have the original iPad and are planning on buying the new iPad 2 when it hits stores today you are not alone. Apparently there are at least 10,000 other iPad owners that plan to sell their old tablets to Gazelle and use the loot to help offset the cost of that new iPad 2. Gazelle is an electronics buyback and recycling program that gives you money for your old tech products. According to the firm, more iPads were traded in last week than any product in CE history. Gazelle expects to get about 10,000 traded in original iPads by today. That means that the firm will pay out millions to the geeks that are looking to upgrade gear. Within hours of the iPad 2 announcement Gazelle had 2400 trade ins for the original iPad. As of right now the 16GB WiFi iPad is worth about $300 and the 64GB...
Review: iOS 4.3
By TechRadar, published 03-11-2011
The latest revision of Apple's mobile operating system, iOS 4.3, sneakily arrived on 9 March - a couple of days before its official release date.As with other versions of iOS, many of the changes are minor, but there are nonetheless fairly major updates to Home Sharing and AirPlay, along with the introduction of a long-awaited personal hotspot feature.Naturally, the release also retains revisions included in previous versions of iOS 4.x, such as multitasking, springboard folders, Find My iPhone, Game Center and enhanced Mail.Home SharingSince iOS devices have utterly fixed storage, they are restrictive for anyone who has a large media library.Even the iPad 2 won't assist on this score, since it tops out (like the current-generation iPod touch) at a mere 64GB of storage (several GB of which...
Apple releases iOS 4.3 two days earlier than officially planned
By GSMArena, published 03-09-2011
Today we were nicely surprised to see iTunes greet us with the latest iOS 4.3 software for the iPhone 3GS and iPhone 4 well ahead of schedule. The update brings a handful of improvements including faster web...
iPad 2 Unlimited Data Plan on AT&T Grandfathered in for iPad 1 Customers
By SlashGear, published 03-05-2011
So you’re thinking of picking up the iPad 2 on the same network you’ve got your original iPad on, and you’re bumming that you’re unable to get that same unlimited data plan – turns out you CAN have that unlimited data plan, just so long as you already have it (and you’re on AT&T, of course.) This news is official, straight from AT&T’s lips over the phone, and you can bank on it. What does this mean for you if you’re planning on rolling with a Wifi-only model? Jack! This news is obviously just for those hoping to move from their unlimited data plan on AT&T to a brand new AT&T unlimited data plan, both on your iPad, original version to iPad 2. You’re golden. This pumps us up immensely since we’d been hearing ru...
iPad 2: Post-PC is Premature
By SlashGear, published 03-04-2011
The “post-PC” world. Sounds great, doesn’t it. No more malware headaches, none of that awful association with dull cubicle work. Steve Jobs sits in a comfy chair and pages happily through his latest productivity-slash-entertainment apps; we imagine ourselves soaking up the WiFi in our local coffee shop, whiling our days shooting 720p video, editing it and uploading it all in one fell swoop. Dump your desk chairs, throw away your mouse mats. The iPad 2 has saved us from our shackles and shown us the light. It’s easy to get caught up in Jobs’ rhetoric. Sure, people are buying Macs, but look how many iPads we’ve sold. See how well we slotted this slice of finger-friendly beauty into peoples’ lives. This is no inflated iPod touch, and if you thought ...
In Depth: Apple iPad 2: 12 things you need to know
By TechRadar, published 03-02-2011
So Apple's latest worst-kept secret is out – it's released a new iPad to keep the Android pack at bay. And while it's a stunner visually, you'll see that iPad 2 is an iteration in terms of its core specs. Here's everything you need to know about the new iPad 2.1. iPad 2 is lighter and thinnerApple called it an all-new design. And it is. The main physical thing is that the new iPad is thinner - 33 per cent thinner, clocking it at 8.8mm. Incredibly, that's thinner than the iPhone 4 which clocks in at 9.3mm. It's also 15 per cent lighter, which is welcome. You wouldn't want it to be completely lightweight, but a bit less weight is good. It's also available in white as well as the original black.2. The iPad 2 has FaceTimeThe new iPad has the expected front-facing VGA camera (as well as one o...
In Depth: Apple iPad 2: 12 things you need to know
By TechRadar, published 03-02-2011
So Apple's latest worst-kept secret is out – it's released a new iPad to keep the Android pack at bay. And while it's a stunner visually, you'll see that iPad 2 is an iteration in terms of its core specs. Here's everything you need to know about the new iPad 2.1. iPad 2 is lighter and thinnerApple called it an all-new design. And it is. The main physical thing is that the new iPad is thinner - 33 per cent thinner, clocking it at 8.8mm. Incredibly, that's thinner than the iPhone 4 which clocks in at 9.3mm. It's also 15 per cent lighter, which is welcome. You wouldn't want it to be completely lightweight, but a bit less weight is good. It's also available in white as well as the original black.2. The iPad 2 has FaceTimeThe new iPad has the expected front-facing VGA camera (as well as one o...
iPad 2 vs iPad 1 [Original]
By SlashGear, published 03-02-2011
What’s changed between a few hours ago and now? If you were to have purchase an iPad yesterday, would you be crying today? Short answer – yes. Long answer – lets look at the specs on both machines. While it may appear from about 20 feet away that these devices look basically the same, there’s quite a few lovely additions to the iPad 2 that bring it right in line for competing with what Apple has called the “Year of the copycats” – referring directly to Android and Blackberry devices on the horizon (and in the streets, if you consider Motorola XOOM, the first Android 3.0 Honeycomb OS optimized tablet.) But what’s the real question here for those dedicated fans of Apple? What will I get when I trade in my old iPad for the iPad 2? First of all...
No Hybrid Modem for 3G iPad 2; Verizon iPad 2 lacks Global Roaming
By SlashGear, published 03-02-2011
Unlike the original iPad, Apple is offering AT&T and Verizon versions of the iPad 2 WiFi + 3G out of the door. Unfortunately, carrier choice doesn’t offer quite the flexibility we were hoping for: according to Apple, “the iPad model you purchase is specially configured to work with either AT&T or Verizon — not both.” “While you don’t have to activate 3G service right away, you should choose your iPad with Wi-Fi + 3G according to the carrier you prefer” Apple warns. We’d hoped that the iPad 2 would have a hybrid GSM/CDMA modem which could be used on both AT&T’s 3G/UMTS and Verizon’s EVDO Rev.A networks, but sadly that’s not the case. In fact, if you opt for the Verizon iPad 2 WiFi + 3G, then just as with the Verizon iPho...
iPad 2 coming March 11
By GameSpot, published 03-02-2011
Apple unveils new 33-percent-thinner tablet with dual-core A5 processor, front- and rear-facing cameras, HD video; HDMI output available with adaptor; available for AT&T and Verizon. This morning, right next door to the Game Developers Conference in San Francisco, Apple held an event at which it--as rumored--unveiled the iPad 2. The new device is thinner and more powerful than its elder sibling and has several new features and improvements. It also has a much-earlier-than-expected ship date of March 11--just over one week away. The iPad 2 is just over one week away. The iPad 2 is 33 percent thinner and 15 percent lighter than its predecessor, but it boasts the same screen size and resolution. It will sport a new dual-core A5 processor but will still ha...
Apple Announces iPad 2, Your iPad 1 is Obsolete
By MaximumPC, published 03-02-2011
Sorry folks, but if you invested in a first generation iPad, your tablet is officially old news, behind the times, yesterday's headline, and all that jazz. As expected, Apple officially announced the iPad 2 today during a much anticipated press event in which everyone knew what was coming. What wasn't known, however, is what exactly would separate the iPad 2 from Apple's first generation tablet, or how the pricing would shake out. Most of what was leaked out ahead of the launch turned out to be true. The iPad 2 maintains the same 9.7-inch LED backlit LCD screen as the original, only now the magical tablet is 33 percent thinner as it measures a scant 8.8mm, and up to 15 percent lighter, depending on which model you go with. It has a new dual-core A5 processor that's supposed to be twice as ...
Updated: Apple iPad 2: our first impressions
By TechRadar, published 03-02-2011
Apple may have sold 15 million first-version iPads, but the company isn't resting on its laurels. Steve Jobs has just announced the iPad 2 in San Francisco and there will be a white version as well as a black one. But what do we think of it at first glance? However, iPad 2 isn't the extreme makeover many were expecting. The device costs the same as the current iPad ($499 in the US) and comes with the same 16, 32 and 64GB memory configurations.The iPad 2 UK release date is 25 March, so expect it to start from £439 as before, unless we're really going to get done over in the UK. The main physical thing is that the new iPad is thinner - 33 per cent thinner, clocking it at 8.8mm, or thinner than the iPhone 4 (which clocks in at 9.3mm). Wow. It looks incredible and has the expected front-faci...
iMovie for iPad revealed
By SlashGear, published 03-02-2011
Apple’s is taking on criticisms that its tablet is only intended for content consumption, and alongside the iPad 2 it has also unveiled iMovie for iPad. Set to go on sale on March 11 – alongside the iPad 2 – for $4.99 in the App Store, it allows for video editing of the 720p HD video the new slate’s rear camera can record, with a precision editor and support for multitrack audio. There are three preset themes – Neon, Simple, and CNN iReport – which each come with titles, transitions, and an accompanying soundtrack, and you can drop in still photos with Ken Burns-style panning effect that uses face recognition to make sure peoples’ faces are always in frame. There’s also titling support, with various fonts and finishes. The integrated microp...
iOS 4.3 due March 11 for iPad, iPhone & iPod touch
By SlashGear, published 03-02-2011
Apple has officially announced iOS 4.3, which will ship pre-loaded on the iPad 2 and be available as a free download for existing iPad, iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4 (GSM) and 3rd/4th-Gen iPod touch owners from Friday, March 11. The new version includes the Nitro Javascript engine from the OS X version of Safari for faster web-browsing, along with an updated version of iTunes Home Sharing that allows you to stream music from iTunes on the desktop to your iOS device. Meanwhile there’s also the new version of AirPlay, with audio and video sharing support for third-party App Store apps. The AT&T iPhone 4 will get Personal Hotspot functionality, like the Verizon model has, and – perhaps most anticipated – the side switch will be user-assignable to either mute or rotation-lock, p...
Apple iOS 4.3 Released at iPad 2 Event
By SlashGear, published 03-02-2011
Scott Forstall stood on stage after Steve Jobs introduced the first official look at the iPad 2 as we sat in the audience and looked upon the new icon with a gigantic 4.3 emblazoned upon it. This is definitely been in the cannon for a little while, its release being timed perfectly with the release of iPad 2. Safari performance has been improved with the Nitro JavaScript engine (exciting!) iTunes home sharing is introduced, allowing you to get all of your content directly over a Wifi connection. AirPlay has been improved, with a single tap on the AirPlay icon popping up a window that shows your Apple TV if it’s in range (or whichever other device will play nice with it, we suppose!) Continuing on with the AirPlay improvements, sharing photos now has a built-in slide show option. Fu...
Apple iPad 2 Official
By SlashGear, published 03-02-2011
We’re here at the Apple iPad 2 event where we’ve just been informed of none other than the big news maker itself, the iPad 2. This device is set to be released with a new Apple A5 dual-core processor, 512MB or RAM, front and rear-facing cameras, FaceTime for iPad support, and a display that’s the same size and resolution as the original. This device comes in both black and white, the metal on the back still being silver, the front bezel giving you the opportunity to side with the light side or the dark! Inside you’ll find a dual-core A5 CPU, up to 2x faster with 9x faster graphics, with the same low power as the A4 chip. This is what they say will be the first dual-core tablet to ship in volume. There will indeed be a camera on the front of the tablet as well as t...
MacBook Pro 15-inch Review (early 2011)
By SlashGear, published 03-01-2011
Apple’s MacBook Pro refresh last week didn’t get a press event with huge fanfare, but it’s arguably the most important update to the notebook range in some time. Bringing in Intel’s 2011 Core processor range across the board, and spicing up the larger models with AMD discrete graphics, the new versions may look the same but they promise a huge leap in performance. The high-end 15-inch MacBook Pro arrived on the SlashGear test bench last Thursday and we’ve been putting it through its paces ever since. Could this really be the best notebook around? Check out the full review after the cut. Hardware At first glance, there’s little to differentiate this new MacBook Pro from the model it replaces. Apple has kept the unibody aluminum chassis, backlit keyboard...
Gary Marshall: The iPad 2 is rubbish
By TechRadar, published 03-01-2011
When Apple unveils the iPad 2 tomorrow, it's going to be a massive let-down. Shares in the company will wobble. Android fans will do happy dances. And all over the internet, people will write about how much of a disappointment it is, how Steve Jobs has lost his touch and how the Motorola Xoom / BlackBerry PlayBook / a piece of wood with a face drawn on it in biro is the new tablet king.And they'll be right, to an extent.Make no mistake, the iPad 2 we see tomorrow will be a disappointment. But it won't be a disappointment because it's a bad device, or because it doesn't take the iPad forward. It will be a disappointment because it isn't the entirely imaginary device the internet has been happily inventing for the last few months.Apple watchers have been playing a game of "my dad's bigger th...
Review: HTC 7 Pro
By TechRadar, published 28-02-2011
Windows Phone 7 has been with us since last October, where the first flurry of handsets came quickly with a trio from HTC, the HD7, HTC 7 Mozart and HTC 7 Trophy being joined by the Samsung Omnia 7 and LG Optimus 7.Since then, things have been a little quiet on the hardware front, with the Dell Venue Pro only just surfacing. However, we anticipate the arrival of an update to the Windows Phone software very soon, and of course Nokia's recent announcement that it is joining forces with Microsoft on the smartphone front has turned heads. Now we've a new piece of hardware to gawk at too, the HTC 7 Pro. This is the first Windows Phone 7 smartphone to have a slide-out QWERTY keyboard and, as such, it is an obvious candidate for the businessperson. But if it's well designed and sleek enough, it m...
iPhone 6 or iPad 3 to come with 6-inch screen?
By TechRadar, published 21-02-2011
Apple is said to be working on a 6-inch device to sit somewhere between the current iPhone and iPad ranges. A "connected industry expert" has told AppleInsider that Apple intends to widen its range with a device that sits somewhere between the iPhone and the iPad size-wise, with a 6-inch display. The mystery 6-incher could be the iPad 3, which has been speculated to launch later this year, or the iPhone 6, dwarfing the current iPhone 4's 3.5-inch display. Honey, I shrunk the iPadSome industry insiders, however, are more confident that we'll see a big iPod touch than a mega iPhone or a mini iPad - particularly given Apple's critical view of smaller tablet screens. A blown-up iPod touch would fill a gap in Apple's portable device range, allowing apps and emails to be enjoyed on a bigger scre...
Updated: iPad 2 rumours: what you need to know
By TechRadar, published 21-02-2011
The internet loves Apple and it loves ill-founded speculation, so it's hardly surprising that iPad 2 rumours were flying before the first iPad even reached the UK. With only weeks to go before its expected unveiling the iPad 2 release date, specs and price are still closely guarded secrets, but that doesn't mean there aren't some juicy rumours, inspired guesses and possibly even Apple leaks to consider. Reports suggest Apple is also expecting massive demand for the new device and has ordered six million units per month.Here's our pick of the latest iPad 2011 rumours.UPDATE: iPad 2 has apparently been spotted. Reuters reports on a "source with knowledge of the device" who spotted the new iPad at the launch of News Corp's The Daily. UPDATE: On 8 February 2011 the Wall Street Journal claimed ...
SlashGear Week in Review – Week 8 2011
By SlashGear, published 20-02-2011
Welcome to the latest edition of the SlashGear Week in Review. This week was MWC 2011 in Barcelona, Spain so there are hoards of phone announcements from the show. The Smasung Galaxy S II went official last Sunday packing in a 4.27-inch screen with WVGA resolution and a 1GHz processor. On Monday we landed some hands on time with the Galaxy S II and put that time on video for you to check out. We think that the smartphone is hugely impressive. Pandora is looking to do more than music in preparation for its IPO. Pandora is said to be looking at expansion into talk and sports programming. The LG Optimus 3D smartphone got official Monday. The phone packs in a 1GHz dual-core processor, 5MP dual lens camera for 3D video and a 4.3-inch screen. RIM announced a pair of new PlayBook 4G tablet mode...
Catch up: this week's most popular posts
By TechRadar, published 19-02-2011
It's been mobile phone mayhem this week with a host of new smartphones being shown off at the annual Mobile World Congress in Barcelona.And even though Apple wasn't there to show off a new iPhone, that hasn't stopped more iPhone 5 rumours cropping up.Read on for this week's most popular stories on TechRadar…Top five news storiesRumour: iPhone nano being developed by AppleApple could be developing a budget iPhone in order to ward off competition from Google Android handsets.A prototype version of a smaller, cheaper Apple handset than the iPhone 4 is said to exist, although this is no guarantee such an iPhone will ever make it to market.The mysterious little iPhone is apparently a third smaller than the iPhone 4, with no home button on the front of the handset, which certainly sits well wi...
Across the pond: This week on TechRadar
By MaximumPC, published 18-02-2011
It's been mobile phone mayhem this week on TechRadar with a host of new smartphones being shown off at the annual Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. And even though Apple wasn't there to show off a new iPhone, that hasn't stopped more iPhone 5 rumours cropping up. Read on for this week's most popular stories on TechRadar… Top five news stories Rumour: iPhone nano being developed by Apple Apple could be developing a budget iPhone in order to ward off competition from Google Android handsets. A prototype version of a smaller, cheaper Apple handset than the iPhone 4 is said to exist, although this is no guarantee such an iPhone will ever make it to market. The mysterious little iPhone is apparently a third smaller than the iPhone 4, with no home button on the front of the handset, which ...
The XPERIA Play’s Gaming Appeal Is Practically Non-Existent
By SlashGear, published 17-02-2011
Apple’s iPhone has done quite a bit to change the mobile market. It has ushered in the touch-screen craze, delivered an easy way to get third-party programs onto the platform, and generally changed how all other mobile phones are judged. But one of the most significant changes the iPhone initiated was the growth of gaming on smartphones. Thanks to the Apple App Store, more and more people are downloading games like Angry Birds, Cut the Rope, and countless others. The iPhone is now a full-fledged gaming device that, by all measures, can be compared to the Nintendo DS and Sony’s PSP. That success has prompted Apple competitors, like Sony Ericsson, to double down on gaming for mobile phones. Announced at the Mobile World Congress, Sony Ericsson’s upcoming XPERIA Play runs Android and ...
Verizon iPhone 4 Lower Than Expected Sales Numbers Leaked
By SlashGear, published 16-02-2011
Verizon’s much hyped iPhone 4 launch touted record setting pre-orders only to be greeted with embarrassingly small store queues and now disappointing actual sales numbers. BGR got hold of leaked sales data showing a comparison of Verizon versus AT&T’s first-week iPhone 4 sales. Although the comparison shows that Verizon sales came out ahead, the numbers are apparently lower than what Apple and Verizon had expected. The sales data shows unit sales from five Apple stores combined, two of which are very prominent Apple stores: - Thursday: Verizon = 909, AT&T = 539 - Friday: Verizon = 916, AT&T = 680 - Saturday: Verizon = 660, AT&T = 471 - Sunday: Verizon = 796, AT&T = 701 - Monday: Verizon = 711, AT&T = 618 Other data revealed statistics of who actually bo...
AT&T Unleashes $49 iPhone 3GS Commercials
By SlashGear, published 15-02-2011
With the iPhone no longer exclusive to one carrier, the new competition with Verizon has pushed AT&T to launch a slew of strategic promotions to retain its customers. The latest bait is an iPhone 3GS for $49. They just unleashed a commercial for the offer, which should entice those late adopters on a budget. The iPhone 3GS is getting close to two years old, but at a price tag that’s $150 cheaper than a 16GB iPhone 4, it should open up a whole new demographic of iPhone users. Rumors that Apple was planning on an iPhone nano to target lower end markets, should prove unlikely if huge price drops of older iPhone models becomes the pattern. Other than getting locked into a two-year contract, getting a full blown iPhone for under $50 should land the phone in many many new hands. ...
HP Pre 2 Starts Selling At Verizon February 17
By SlashGear, published 15-02-2011
If you can’t wait until later this year for HP’s Pre 3, the Pre 2 may still be a good option as it will be the first smartphone to run webOS 2.0 that offers a good multitasking interface. Verizon just announced today that they will be carrying HP’s Pre 2 starting February 17th and the device will be available both in stores and online. The Pre 2 will have a 3.1-inch glass multi-touch screen, 5-megapixel camera, and the slide-out QWERTY keyboard design that the Pre is known for. It weighs 5.1 ounces and will have 3G mobile hotspot capability. Start multi-tasking with webOS and test out the new improvements that HP has made. The Pre 2 will be $149.99 with a two-year contract after a $50 mail-in rebate from Verizon. To get the most out of the Pre 2 subscribers will have t...
TechRadar: Samsung Galaxy S2 vs. LG Optimus 3D
By MaximumPC, published 15-02-2011
In Depth: Two of the world's most advanced phones duke it out for supremacy Two of the highlights of this year's Mobile World Congress are the powerful Samsung Galaxy S2 (Galaxy S II) and the futuristic LG Optimus 3D. Both step from 'smartphone' into 'super-phone' territory with their next-generation dual-core processors. Both also impress with cutting-edge screen technology, although they couldn't be more different in their execution. The Samsung Galaxy S II in action. So it's hard to measure whether the Galaxy S2 is 'better' than the Optimus 3D. Or vice-versa. But you can get a good feel for which phone you fancy by comparing them side-by-side... Software Both the Galaxy S2 and the LG Optimus 3D run Android, albeit different versions. Samsung's phone uses Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), cust...
Samsung Galaxy S2 vs LG Optimus 3D
By TechRadar, published 14-02-2011
Two of the highlights of this year's Mobile World Congress are the powerful Samsung Galaxy S2 (Galaxy II) and the futuristic LG Optimus 3D. Both step from 'smartphone' into 'super-phone' territory with their next-generation dual-core processors.Both also impress with cutting-edge screen technology, although they couldn't be more different in their execution.So it's hard to measure whether the Galaxy S2 is 'better' than the Optimus 3D. Or vice-versa. But you can get a good feel for which phone you fancy by comparing them side-by-side... SoftwareBoth the Galaxy S2 and the LG Optimus 3D run Android, albeit different versions. Samsung's phone uses Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), customised with the TouchWiz 4.0 UI overlay and Swype text input.Samsung has a few notable extras to the software on the ...
Catch up: this week's most popular posts
By TechRadar, published 02-12-2011
This week, the numbering and naming of future versions of Android got a little confusing as Viewsonic revealed Google's plans for Android 2.4, which involve keeping the Gingerbread name and effectively replacing Android 2.3.And on a more retro tip,we discovered that Sinclair's ZX Spectrum is set to be relaunched to celebrate the classic computer's 30th anniversary.With Mobile World Congress kicking off tomorrow evening, the HTC Desire 2 looks to be one of the handsets that'll be making an appearance.Read on for this week's most popular stories on TechRadar…Top five news storiesAndroid 2.4 to replace 2.3, retain Gingerbread flavour?Viewsonic has revealed Google's plans for Android 2.4, which involve keeping the Gingerbread name and effectively replacing Android 2.3.The American company ha...
Apple iPhone 5 and iPad 2 NFC rumors debunked by analyst that prompted them
By SlashGear, published 02-11-2011
Rumors that Apple is planning a wholesale assault on the NFC ecosystem, with NFC-enabled iPhone 5 and iPad 2 devices together with freely-distributed payment terminals to vendors have been debunked, by the very source that prompted them initially. According to analyst Richard Doherty, speaking to the NFC Times, he was significantly misquoted in the original Bloomberg report, claiming he had sources among Apple engineers whereas in fact he was the third layer in a string of speculation originating from iOS app developer guesswork. “Bloomberg erred totally in quoting me as saying (the engineers worked for) Apple,” Doherty claims, insisting that “any consultant or analyst who says they know of what Apple is planning to do more than two weeks ahead of time is either a liar,...
Updated: iPhone 5 rumours: what you need to know
By TechRadar, published 02-11-2011
iPhone 5 (or the iPhone 5G, as some are calling it) rumours are flying thick and fast already. Will there be a rush release to erase memories of the iPhone 4's antenna problems? Will the 5th generation iPhone deliver ultra-fast mobile internet? Will it ever end up on Verizon in the US? Let's raid the iPhone 5 rumour fridge to find the tomatoes of truth amid the stinky stilton of baseless speculation.The iPhone 5 isn't the Verizon iPhone, and vice versaThe Verizon iPhone rumour has been around forever, and one day it'll come true - but it won't be the iPhone 5. The Wall Street Journal said a Verizon iPhone was nearly ready back in October, and we'd take that one seriously: the WSJ is the paper Apple tends to share its secrets with. It says that "the [Verizon] phone would resemble the iPhone...
Apple iPad 3G - A most touching encounter [Review]
By Thinkdigit, published 02-11-2011
One might wonder if our market is low priority for Apple. In fact, we've reviewed the iPad before, but that wasn't much more than a hands on. Finally, the iPad is available in India, and has been for a couple of weeks. The reason given for ignoring India all this time is shortage of supply. We've been eager to spend some time with the iPad, and last week, we got our chance. We Indians are a patient lot and not as bloodthirsty as some, and we're sure Apple wanted to avoid another iPhone 4/Foxconn [...] Read the entire article
In Depth: iOS 4.3 news and rumours: what you need to know
By TechRadar, published 02-10-2011
We get awfully excited about iOS updates, so we're delighted that another one is around the corner: the iOS 4.3 UK release date could be as early as next week, and there are plenty of things in the iOS 4.3 features list to delight iPad, iPhone and iPod touch fans. So what's what?The iOS 4.3 release date is Valentine's Day"Sources close to the matter" have told MacStories that the iOS 4.3 update will drop on Valentine's Day, 14 February. If you miss dinner to install it, your partner may kill you. Don't say we didn't warn you.iOS 4.3 could bring games to the Apple TVRumours don't get much more juicy than this: gaming on the Apple TV, with a new controller. That's what Engadget reckons, anyway, based on references to ATVGames and ATVThunder, leaderboards and game scheduling in what looks awf...
Hands on: BBC iPlayer for Android review
By TechRadar, published 02-10-2011
You've probably already noticed that the new BBC iPlayer for iPad app impressed us quite a bit when we tested it earlier today. Can the Beeb's Android app deliver the same slick experience?The issues with comparing iOS apps to their Android equivalent are obvious. The main problem is that while iPhone and iPad apps can be optimised for Apple's very precise hardware configurations, Android apps have to cater for a massive variety of devices with different specs.The upshot of that is that most iPad apps are slick and smooth, while Android apps can sometimes be a bit hit and miss. And it doesn't help when publishers shoot themselves in the foot by missing out crucial features. The BBC's iPlayer apps tell the whole story.You can guess where we're going with this – while the iPad app glides a...
Early View: HP TouchPad vs iPad vs Xoom vs PlayBook
By TechRadar, published 02-10-2011
When the new HP TouchPad joins the Motorola Xoom and BlackBerry PlayBook in hitting the market, we'll have three really serious challengers to the iPad.And, perhaps most interestingly, all will be running different operating systems. So let's compare how the three newcomers stack up against the hottest tablet yet released.HP TouchPad: what you need to knowIn terms of releases, Motorola won't say anything about the Xoom's UK release date, though it is pencilled in for the first quarter of 2011 in the US. However, it depends on when Google is planning on getting Honeycomb out the door. Likewise we should be seeing the PlayBook arrive in the Spring or early Summer. But HP has been a little more coy and we could even see the HP TouchPad arrive in the autumn.iPad 2 rumours: what you need to kno...
BlackBerry PlayBook 16GB for $499 at Office Depot
By SlashGear, published 02-10-2011
More and more details about availability and pricing for BlackBerry’s PlayBook are popping up and the latest is from Office Depot where the 7-inch tablet can be yours for $499.99. The release date says “week 17” which puts it around the last week of April. The PlayBook will have 16 GB, WiFi, and is capable of 3G speeds when tethered to a Blackberry phone. The pricing is competitive with Apple’s iPad but still higher than many Android powered tablets out on the market. This is the first real solid price for a PlayBook so it’s good to see RIM keeping it relatively moderate and under $500. There are plenty out there who are eager to see what PlayBook can do and make sure its not just an oversized BlackBerry smartphone. RIM needs to get the PlayBook out as soon as it can before Ap...
iPad 2 Rumors Confirmed By Wall Street Journal
By SlashGear, published 02-09-2011
The Wall Street Journal has long qualified itself as a reliable and respected source for news. So when they confirm some rumors that have been surrounding the iPad 2, we’re listening. The WSJ just revealed today several details on the upcoming iPad 2. They say that Apple’s new tablet will have a front facing camera to support FaceTime video calling and conferencing and it’s expected to have a 0.3 megapixel camera and a back camera close to 1 megapixel. The iPad 2 will have a faster processor, a more powerful graphics processor, and more memory. The tablet’s new design will make it lighter and thinner than its predecessor, but the WSJ does say that the screen resolution will remain the same as the first iPad. The tablet should work with both Verizon and AT&T 3G ...
Verizon’s iPhone 4: I Was Wrong. Here’s Why.
By SlashGear, published 02-07-2011
“The surest way for an analyst to generate attention is by making an Apple prediction. Apple has a cult following, and its product development and launch strategy is famously secretive, so the fact that your source is the lunch counter guy across the block from the Hon Hai factory in Taiwan won’t be discovered (or may even be considered authoritative!)” Those were the opening lines in my first column for SlashGear back in October of 2009. I went on to note that while I don’t usually make specific product predictions, I would go out on a limb and provide a guess on when we’d see an iPhone on Verizon Wireless: in 2014, when Verizon Wireless completed its LTE rollout. By then, Apple could provide a single iPhone that worked across both AT&T and Verizon Wireless LTE...
iPhone 5 Rumored To Debut June 5th – 9th
By SlashGear, published 02-07-2011
So the rumor is that the iPhone 5 may be revealed sometime between June 5th and June 9th during Apple’s WWDC 2011 event. This speculation was stirred up after the Moscone Center website published a schedule indicating that a mysterious event dubbed “Corporate Meeting” was booked by Apple for those dates. Apple has traditionally unveiled new generations of their iPhones at the WWDC event each year. However, there are two other Apple “Corporate Meetings / Events” listed on the Moscone schedule for May 10-11 and June 22-23. It is speculated that the May event could be related to announcements for the iPad 2. The June 22-23 event seems to be scheduled too closely to the dates of the WWDC for any sort of important announcement, but those dates almost exactly one year after iPhon...
Updated: iPad 2 rumours: what you need to know
By TechRadar, published 02-07-2011
The internet loves Apple and it loves ill-founded speculation, so it's hardly surprising that iPad 2 rumours were flying before the first iPad even reached the UK. With only weeks to go before its expected unveiling the iPad 2 release date, specs and price are still closely guarded secrets, but that doesn't mean there aren't some juicy rumours, inspired guesses and possibly even Apple leaks to consider. Reports suggest Apple is also expecting massive demand for the new device and has ordered six million units per month.Here's our pick of the latest iPad 2 rumours.UPDATE: iPad 2 has apparently been spotted. Reuters reports on a "source with knowledge of the device" who spotted the new iPad at the launch of News Corp's The Daily. iPad 2 specs: cameras and a gyroscopeGizmodo reckons that Face...
iPad Radiology App for Mobile Diagnosis Approved by FDA
By SlashGear, published 02-05-2011
Incase you are from outer space and do not know, FDA stands for US Food and Drug Administration, and they’ve just approved an app that’ll work on both iPad and iPhone (and we assume iPod Touch too, since that’s generally what happens,) that last surfaced when it won the Apple Design Award for “Best iPhone Healthcare & Fitness Application” in 2008. This app, the FDA notes, “is not intended to replace full workstations and is indicated for use only when there is no access to a workstation.” The app is called “Mobile MIM” an essentially displays on a screen what you’d normally see printed on film and hung up on a light wall. When you get a broken bone, or for example when police officers want to see how many bullets you’...
The Daily Slash: February 4, 2011
By SlashGear, published 02-05-2011
First, see for yourself the release dates for both the Motorola XOOM and HTC ThunderBolt. Then, grab yourself a wish from Android Community for a Happy Chinese Android New Year! See the winner of our big fat SlashGear’s Final Football Matchup Toshiba TV Giveaway! Grab a glimpse of Angry Birds newest expansion “Hogs and Kisses!” Decide for yourself if the “backdoor” into Google’s new browser-based Android Marketplace is really something to be frightened of. Finally, and definitely not least of all, we’re looking for new workers over on Android Community! If you think you’ve got what it takes, check out the Android Community Wants Workers post! All this and MORE on The Daily Slash! R3 Media Network Editor’s Choice Android Community Wants Workers! H...
AT&T Rewarding Loyalty With Free Microcell
By SlashGear, published 02-04-2011
AT&T has recently been sending out emails to some of its customers offering free microcells as rewards for staying loyal customers. Could this be another attempt to thwart the mass exodus they fear with the already record setting sales that is the Verizon iPhone 4 pre-order numbers? The e-mail from AT&T offers a coupon with a barcode for loyal customers to pick up a free 3G microcell from their local AT&T store. AT&T has not officially announced this offer. The 3G microcells($199.99) went on sale from AT&T last year and are mainly popular for those living in low coverage areas. The microcell works like a signal extender boosting your broadband connection by actually creating a new 3G signal using your broadband connection. A few caveats to the deal are that in o...
Verizon iPhone 4 pre-orders set new first-day record in just two hours
By SlashGear, published 02-04-2011
Verizon has announced record sales of the CDMA iPhone 4 yesterday, describing it as the carrier’s most successful first day sales in history. While actual numbers of handsets pre-ordered are in short supply, CEO Dan Mead did say that “in just our first two hours, we had already sold more phones than any first day launch in our history.” Despite complaints from some would-be shoppers about the stability of Verizon’s website, Mead claims that “unprecedented customer orders” were placed online with them. Sales began at 3am and by 5am had already exceeded Verizon’s previous first-day records. Pre-orders are now closed and the next round isn’t expected until February 9. Until then, you can console yourself with our full Verizon iPhone 4 review. ...
O2 to launch NFC mobile wallets this year
By TechRadar, published 02-04-2011
O2 has revealed its plans to launch a mobile wallet service using NFC technology in the second half of 2011.The network operator has trailed NFC payment services using a Nokia handset, but no doubt hopes to take advantage of the NFC capabilities of the latest Android smartphones like the Google Nexus S, as well as its rumoured inclusion of a chip in the iPhone 5. London 2012O2 has said that it will apply for an e-money operating licence from the FSA, which will allow the network to offer money transfers between customers, as well as contactless payments at 60,000 venues around the UK. The e-money operating licence will allow uses to 'bank' money with the network, which can then be spent or transferred using the NFC chip. The network operator is keen to get the mobile payments service up an...
Verizon iPhone 4 Review
By SlashGear, published 02-03-2011
If the original iPhone was the most anticipated cellphone of its time, then the Verizon iPhone 4 has to be the most demanded variant since the first launch back in 2007. A launch rumor that managed to overshadow CES 2011 despite Apple having not a square foot of presence there, for many the Verizon iPhone 4 finally promises the network strength to back up the iOS platform’s abilities. Does the CDMA smartphone live up to expectations? Check out the full SlashGear review after the cut. Hardware The Verizon iPhone 4 may be a new model, but outwardly it’s almost identical to the AT&T version announced back in June 2010. That means the same 4.54 x 2.309 x 0.37 inch glass and metal chassis, a slimline slither of premium-feel hardware held together with a band of metal that doub...
Verizon iPhone 4 Launches Tomorrow
By SlashGear, published 02-03-2011
Verizon Wireless has just sent out a flurry of emails to their current customers. Tomorrow will mark the first day of subscriber-only sales for Big Red’s long-awaited iPhone. Sales start at 3 AM Eastern. Only a “Reserved quantity” will be available and everything is on a first-come, first-served basis. Get your coffee brewed now, folks. When the time comes, you’ll be able to order from this link. Verizon will begin taking General Reservations on February 9. Sales will open to everyone on February 10 at 7 AM. Relevant Entries on SlashGearVerizon Tweets from Twitter for iPhoneVerizon’s Careers Twitter Account Hints at Upcoming iPhone, MaybeApple follow AT&T with $49 iPhone 3GS dealWhite iPhone 4 Appears on Verizon Product Page [Update]Verizon iPhone 4: G...
The Today Show Talks About New Fangled Contraption Called The “Internet” in 1994
By SlashGear, published 02-02-2011
“That little mark with the “a” and the ring around it.” Those were Bryan Gumbel’s words as he tried to figure out the “@” symbol in e-mail addresses in 1994. His co-anchor Katie Couric, sporting an awesome 90’s hair style, thought it meant “around or about”. There is a video clip of the Today Show from 1994 discussing the hot topic called the “internet”. Its pretty funny looking back at how clueless most people were as to what the internet was, especially because the internet has become such an integral part of people’s lives today. Imagine not having the internet for a whole week. While it’s funny to look back and see them call the internet “computer billboard” and not reading the “dot” in e-mail addresses, the clip really shows what most people knew...
Yahoo responds to Windows Phone 7 data leak
By TechRadar, published 02-02-2011
Yahoo has released a statement in response to Microsoft's announcement that the Windows Phone 7 3G data leak issue is linked to Yahoo Mail accounts.Microsoft revealed that the mail account was the culprit, while simultaneously confirming that a fix is on its way. Predictably, Yahoo is not too happy about being fingered for the job and has pointed out that the issue prevails only on Microsoft's mobile platform. Windows-specificThe statement reads, "Yahoo! Mail is widely available on tens of millions of mobile phones, including those running on Apple iOS, Android, Nokia Symbian, and RIM. "The issue on the Windows phones is specific to how Microsoft chose to implement IMAP for Yahoo! Mail and does not impact Yahoo! Mail on these other mobile devices. "Yahoo! has offered to provide Microsoft a...
SlashGear Morning Wrap-Up: February 2 2011
By SlashGear, published 02-02-2011
It’s Honeycomb day! We’re about to be LIVE at the Android 3.0 Honeycomb event at Google headquarters, and we’re gonna give you all the coverage we’ve got, the moment we’ve got it. Stay tuned! While you’re waiting, why not check out a column by Chris Davies entitled LG’s G-Tablet: 3D grail or gimmick? Next clap your hands together as Egypt gets its internet back! Check out a possible iPad 2 display, the new LG G-Slate, and the Galaxy S 4G. See where the Galaxy S 4G will end up, and help us out by telling us what you’d like to see at today’s Google Event. It’s a sweet, crunchy day here on SlashGear Morning Wrap-Up! R3 Media Network Editor’s Choice Chicks’n’Vixens brings Angry Birds clone to WP7 as Rovio protest [Video] F...
In Depth: iOS vs Android vs WebOS vs MeeGo
By TechRadar, published 02-02-2011
Pitting iOS vs Android vs WebOS vs MeeGo doesn't seem like a fair fight. It's akin to putting a couple of our TechRadar writers in a boxing ring with the Klitschko brothers. With Apple's iPhone/iPod/iPad OS, Google's Android, plus the Symbian, Microsoft and Blackberry platforms, do we really need any more pretenders to the mobile OS throne?Yes - because 'competition drives innovation' (or so the saying goes). Android improvements will make iOS better and vice-versa. While lower-league operating systems will have to work harder to stand out, they'll help to ensure that the big two don't get complacent. And yes again - because beyond the smartphone battleground, the next big tech confrontation is about to be fought on tablet devices. It's not just a straight iPad vs Android face-off, either....
TrueHDR releases new version and goes on limited-time sale
By Imaging Resource, published 31-01-2011
[prMac.com] Boston, Massachusetts - Pictional LLC today is pleased to announce the release of TrueHDR 2.2, an update to TrueHDR, a high dynamic range (HDR) photography app that is one of a highly select group of fifty apps recently named by Apple to the "App Store Essentials Hall of Fame". TrueHDR enables users to take HDR photos on iPhone 4, 3GS, and iPod touch 4G, with two distinct styles - Natural and Enhanced. TrueHDR's latest release...(read more)
The Daily Slash: January 29 2011
By SlashGear, published 29-01-2011
Welcome to the future of the smartdevice – no, it’s not Android 3.0 Honeycomb, we’re getting to that later – it’s Horizontal Symmetry. Grab a review or two from Chris Davies: the ZyXEL MWR211 Mobile Router and the AT&T MiFi 2372. A hacked NOOKcolor receives Android 3.0 Honeycomb on the same day we recieve official invites from Google to attend an Android Honeycomb Event – things are getting pretty sweet around Android Community. Take a peek at our LG Optimus 2X Full Walkthrough and Hands On. Discover the ease in downloading the hardware update released today for the Samsung Continuum on Verizon. See the first Motorola released Atrix 4G commercial – very lovely music and everything. All this and MORE on The Daily Slash! R3 Media Network Edito...
Early View: Motorola Xoom vs iPad vs PlayBook
By TechRadar, published 28-01-2011
When the Motorola Xoom and BlackBerry PlayBook hit the market, we'll have two serious challengers to the iPad.And, perhaps most interestingly, all three will be running different operating systems. So let's compare how the two newcomers stack up against the hottest tablet yet released.In terms of releases, Motorola won't say anything about the Xoom's UK release date, though it is pencilled in for the first quarter of 2011 in the US. However, it depends on when Google is planning on getting Honeycomb out the door.iPad 2 rumours: what you need to knowLikewise we should be seeing the PlayBook arrive in the Spring or early Summer. And, of course, around that time we'll also be expecting iPad 2, so we'll be updating this piece when we know more about that new device. OSThis is the biggest diffe...
In Depth: 10 mobile phones that changed the world
By TechRadar, published 26-01-2011
You can trace the history of the newest smartphones right back to the early 1990s, where cutting edge technology was a two-line LCD and phones weighed as much as a pack of beef mince.Since then, several phones have changed the world, introducing new technologies or new approaches that have altered the path of mobile communications. But which ones stand out? Here are 10 handsets that we think deserve their place in history. Maybe you owned one of them? Nokia 1011 (1992)Perhaps surprisingly, we're not kicking off this list by lugging out the Motorola DynaTAC 8000x, the 1980's cellular briquette that's acknowledged to be the first truly 'mobile' phone. But we do give it a warm, appreciative hug in our article Five phones we'll never forget.Instead, we tip our TechRadar cap to the half-forgott...
Pixelmator App makes $ 1 million in just twenty days
By SlashGear, published 25-01-2011
The Pixelmator app is about to give Apple’s App store all types of good press. The image editing application has been on sale only twenty days and has already surpassed the million dollar mark. The bulk of the sales was at a discount of $29.99, a discount from the original price of $59. Pixelmator co-founder Aidas Dailide said that he is happy to pay Apple the 30% cut of it’s sales that is mandatory of all App Store vendors. “The 30 percent cut is definitely worth it, “ Dailide says, “The increase in sales and exposure is worth more than that. Especially in our case.” The co-founder was mum on how large was the sales increase prior to being available on the App Store, but indicated that “the jump in sales was dramatic.” Dailide’s loud proclamation of happily acc...
Updated: Top 40 best free iPhone apps
By TechRadar, published 25-01-2011
There are now well over 250,000 apps available for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch, and, surprisingly, many of the best are free.The following list showcases our pick of the 40 best free iPhone apps, and includes iPhone applications for social networking, travel, news, photography, productivity and more.If your favourites aren't covered, tell us all about them in the comments.1. Facebook Once an ugly duckling, but now - as of version 3 - a social-network-aware swan, Facebook is a triumph. The revised grid-based 'home screens' provide speedy access to regularly visited sections (news feed, notifications, and so on) and pages, and the experience is such that it in many ways beats the browser version.2. GorillacamPretty much from nowhere, Gorillacam arrived in December 2009 from the creators of t...
Updated: Top 40 best free iPhone apps
By TechRadar, published 25-01-2011
There are now well over 250,000 apps available for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch, and, surprisingly, many of the best are free.The following list showcases our pick of the 40 best free iPhone apps, and includes iPhone applications for social networking, travel, news, photography, productivity and more.If your favourites aren't covered, tell us all about them in the comments.1. Facebook Once an ugly duckling, but now - as of version 3 - a social-network-aware swan, Facebook is a triumph. The revised grid-based 'home screens' provide speedy access to regularly visited sections (news feed, notifications, and so on) and pages, and the experience is such that it in many ways beats the browser version.2. GorillacamPretty much from nowhere, Gorillacam arrived in December 2009 from the creators of t...
The Daily Slash: January 24 2011
By SlashGear, published 25-01-2011
Without giving away the whole surprise, we’ve got some big things in store for you readers over the next few weeks. New voices, free stuff, a whole new look for one of our outlets, and a variety of mini-updates you’re going to flip over. Today we’re bringing you a wild assortment of updates from all corners of the tech world, most of which are previews of devices you’ve almost certainly already got your eye on. Behold the coming of the next generation – stick with us as we cover it. R3 Media Network Editor’s Choice ADW Launcher EX Updated, Several Awesome Additions Added Motorola Xoom Launching for $699 at Best Buy February 17th Android Code NOT Copied, Florian Mueller Story Found Bunk 75% of AOL subscribers “don’t realize” they don’t need it 6...
SlashGear Morning Wrap-Up: January 24 2011
By SlashGear, published 24-01-2011
Let’s start this fine Monday with a launch straight into space: once with an Android Device, another time with a Samsung balloon full of paper planes. Next lets get back to Earth with the continuation of the 3D wave with some Tegra 2 3D Chips that’ll be popping up this spring. Grab a big fat update to ADW Launcher EX with several new docks and fixes. Next order of business, Florian Mueller’s been found bunked out – who is he? He’s the guy who found a bunch of Oracle codes in Android’s open source code, saying the suit against Android has total footing -doesn’t appear that way any more. Then remember that $10K iTunes gift card prize for the 10 billionth app downloaded? The mother of the girl who won it hung up on the “you won” call. Chec...
Apple Closing In On 10 Billion Apps Downloaded
By GameInformer, published 21-01-2011
The official iTunes site has a live counter ticking away the downloads as Apple approaches the landmark number. Why do you care? Check the image above.I want the $10,000 gift card Apple is giving away to the ten-billionth app downloader as much as anyone. Too bad Apple's OS updates have crippled my iPhone 3G to the point that it takes twenty seconds to open my Twitter client, much less actually download anything.Still, that's a gigantic number of apps served through the App Store. Whatever you think about Apple or the iPhone, it has changed things forever.
Video: iOS 4.3 multi-touch gestures demoed
By TechRadar, published 20-01-2011
Apple has granted developers an extra little treat in the iOS 4.3 betas – a preview of multi-touch gestures. With the release of the second iOS 4.3 beta to developers yesterday, Apple said that the multi-touch gesture input won't be coming to customers when iOS 4.3 is shipped, rather it is "providing this preview to gather input on how these gestures work with your apps". Still, it's a pretty safe bet that we'll see the gestural input method make its way to our iOS screens at some point in the future (on the button-less generation, perhaps?). Cool but clumsyAntoni Nygaard has helpfully recorded a video showing off how the gestures work for multitasking. While four-fingered swipes to scroll through applications instead of having to bring up the dock are kind of cool, the do look a little ...
Video: iOS 4.3 multi-touch gestures demoed
By TechRadar, published 20-01-2011
Apple has granted developers an extra little treat in the iOS 4.3 betas – a preview of multi-touch gestures. With the release of the second iOS 4.3 beta to developers yesterday, Apple said that the multi-touch gesture input won't be coming to customers when iOS 4.3 is shipped, rather it is "providing this preview to gather input on how these gestures work with your apps". Still, it's a pretty safe bet that we'll see the gestural input method make its way to our iOS screens at some point in the future (on the button-less generation, perhaps?). Cool but clumsyAntoni Nygaard has helpfully recorded a video showing off how the gestures work for multitasking. While four-fingered swipes to scroll through applications instead of having to bring up the dock are kind of cool, the do look a little ...
Updated: iPad 2 rumours: what you need to know
By TechRadar, published 20-01-2011
The internet loves Apple and it loves ill-founded speculation, so it's hardly surprising that iPad 2 rumours were flying before the first iPad even reached the UK. With only weeks to go before its expected unveiling the iPad 2 release date, specs and price are still closely guarded secrets, but that doesn't mean there aren't some juicy rumours, inspired guesses and possibly even Apple leaks to consider. Reports suggest Apple is also expecting massive demand for the new device and has ordered six million units per month.Here's our pick of the latest iPad 2 rumours.iPad 2 specs: cameras and a gyroscopeGizmodo reckons that FaceTime support's a given, and that means a front-facing camera like the iPhone 4. BuzzBizzNews echoes the camera story, suggesting twin cameras. It also suggests that the...
Updated: HTC Tablet rumours: what you need to know
By TechRadar, published 20-01-2011
Once upon a time, Apple made a phone. Rivals tried to copy it, but the iPhone was too good and their efforts too bad. And then HTC appeared. "Look!" it said. "A smartphone!" And the HTC phones were good, and lots of people bought them. Now, though, Apple has seen similar success with its iPad – so does HTC have a tablet of its own to take on the iPad? If anyone can make a real iPad rival it's HTC, and while the HTC Tablet and specs haven't been acknowledged by HTC, the rumour mill says it's real.On 17 December we reported on an interview with HTC CEO Peter Chou, which some news outlets took to be confirmation of an incoming HTC Tablet.Here's what we know and what we'd like to see in the HTC Tablet.HTC Tablet: Chrome OS no more?We expected the first Chrome-powered tablet to come from HTC ...
Mophie's Juice Pack Plus Finds Way Into AT&T Stores
By HotHardware, published 20-01-2011
If you were one of the lucky ones grandfathered in when AT&T changed to tiered data plans, you may be using your iPhone 4 more than ever before. The only trouble with that is the battery; Apple made great strides to improve the battery life on the iPhone 4 compared to the 3GS, but using it hard all day still drains it pretty heavily. If...
Best Buy decides to pass on Verizon's Apple iPhone 4 at launch, cites 3G speed
By phoneArena, published 19-01-2011
A leaked Best Buy training document reveals that the big box retailer will not offer Verizon's iPhone at launch because of the 3G speed being used on the CDMA handset in light of the carrier's focus on 4G at the CES...
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