The realities of game development often consign a promising and eagerly anticipated game to limbo and eventual cancellation. But we tend to forget that sometimes there's a very good reason why that happens. Battlefield 3: Aftershock, EA's companion app to its intended Call of Duty killer, is … [Read more...] about EA Takes Battlefield: Aftershock Off App Store
Nike+ Basketball, Training Announced
Nike has long been offering its Nike+ branding to fitness enthusiasts, especially those who love to run. There's no reason for those into basketball to be left out, and Nike will soon come out with Nike+ Basketball. There's also Nike+ Training for those looking for a more enhanced workout … [Read more...] about Nike+ Basketball, Training Announced
Mobile Shopping Gaining Ground
People with smartphones use their devices for a number of reasons, and shopping online is starting to go up the list of things to do with it. A survey by Nielsen showed that about 29% of smartphone users use their devices to buy something online. The survey is part of the US Digital Consumer … [Read more...] about Mobile Shopping Gaining Ground
Mass Effect 3 Available As PSN Digital Download On Release Day With Exclusive Content
Despite the enthusiasm for digital releases that Steam and the App Store have instilled in the game players of all stripes, the fact remains that physical media is here to stay for at least a few more generations. Which is what makes this Bioware announcement that Mass Effect 3, arguably one of the … [Read more...] about Mass Effect 3 Available As PSN Digital Download On Release Day With Exclusive Content
Third Person Call of Duty That Never Saw The Light Of Day
There used to be only one canceled Call of Duty spin-off that was common knowledge. The Sledgehammer title got unceremoniously axed in order to bring more manpower to bear on the then fledgling Modern Warfare 3. But it turns out there was at least one earlier effort that never made it to release. … [Read more...] about Third Person Call of Duty That Never Saw The Light Of Day
Fake Pokemon Game For iOS Pulled Out
A $0.99 Pokemon app, which had a huge opening weekend sales, has been removed from the App Store after it turned out that the so-called Pokemon Yellow game was unauthorized and worse, was not even a working game as claimed by its developers. Both Nintendo and Apple have yet to issue a statement … [Read more...] about Fake Pokemon Game For iOS Pulled Out
Mobile Devices To Outnumber Human Population By End Of Year
The mobile industry is a fast and booming industry, with tablets, mobile phones, and other handheld devices coming out in waves one after the other. From lower-priced to high-end models, consumers have a ton of devices to choose from for their mobile needs. This rapid evolution and expansion of … [Read more...] about Mobile Devices To Outnumber Human Population By End Of Year
Lenovo Starts Selling IdeaPad U300e
If you've been waiting for the Lenovo IdeaPad U300e Ultrabook, the company has just put it up for sale on its website. The U300e is a more affordable version of the U300s Ultrabook, priced at $959. In comparison, their higher-priced counterparts will set you back at $1,499. Lenovo initially … [Read more...] about Lenovo Starts Selling IdeaPad U300e
PS Vita Firmware Gets Update
With the upcoming release of the PlayStation Vita in the US, Sony is making sure that buyers will have more apps on the device. Sony has just rolled out a software update for the PS Vita, which will officially go on sale on Wednesday in the US. New users will need to manually update the software … [Read more...] about PS Vita Firmware Gets Update
PS3 SSD Upgrade Found To Improve Skyrim, Rage, Brink Performance
The question of potential performance gains versus sticker shock for an SSD is not something that keeps me up nights. In fact, SSDs are still firmly in my mental category of stuff that needs to seriously come down in price before warranting the average consumer's consideration. However, in the wake … [Read more...] about PS3 SSD Upgrade Found To Improve Skyrim, Rage, Brink Performance
The iPhone iPad Noiseless USB Karaoke Mic
Here is one device for the shy but passionate karaoke singer. The iPhone iPad Noiseless USB Karaoke Mic allows the user to belt out tunes into an iPhone or iPad with a Sega Karaoke app without the neighbors complaining. The innovative device looks like a black cone or even a plunger that … [Read more...] about The iPhone iPad Noiseless USB Karaoke Mic
MoH USB On Your Wrist: One Way To Put Your Flash Drive
USB drives are immensely convenient for those who like bringing their data wherever they go. But just how many of us have lost these small devices? For those who wish to end this problem, the MoH band may just be the solution. MoH, which is an acronym of Memory on Hand, takes its title literally … [Read more...] about MoH USB On Your Wrist: One Way To Put Your Flash Drive
