Microsoft has revealed that Indie developers will not be able to self-publish games to their new next-generation Xbox One console. This decision sets Microsoft apart from other major gaming platforms like Valve's Steam games network, Sony's PlayStation Store, and Nintendo's eShop, all of which allow … [Read more...] about Microsoft Will Not Allow Indie Developers To Self-publish OnXbox One
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BlackBerry Q5 Features Demoed (Video)
The new BlackBerry Q5 was announced at BlackBerry Live recently. We have already seen a hands-on video of the handset, and now we have an official video from BlackBerry showcasing the features of the BlackBerry Q5. The BlackBerry Q5 comes with a 3.1-inch display with a resolution of 720 x 720 … [Read more...] about BlackBerry Q5 Features Demoed (Video)
Disney Research Aireal Prototype Adds Force-Feedback To Kinect (video)
Disney Research has unveiled a new Microsoft Kinect accessory called Aireal, which has been created to provide users with force feedback in the form of a focused blast of air. The Aireal Kinect device is currently still in the early stages of development but has been designed to provide Kinect … [Read more...] about Disney Research Aireal Prototype Adds Force-Feedback To Kinect (video)
Nokia Lumia 521 Now Available From T-Mobile
The Nokia Lumia 521 has been available for a while on T-Mobile contracts in the US, although you couldn't actually buy the device from T-Mobile as it was exclusive to HSN at launch. The Nokia Lumia 521 is now available to buy direct from T-Mobile from their retail stores and also their online … [Read more...] about Nokia Lumia 521 Now Available From T-Mobile
HTC One Sales Hit 5 Million
Whilst it may not be as popular as the Samsung Galaxy S4, which managed to sell 10 million units in under a month, it looks like the HTC One has become a popular device for HTC. According to a report, HTC has sold around 5 million units of their HTC One smartphone since its launch, which is around … [Read more...] about HTC One Sales Hit 5 Million
Square Expands Mobile Payments Outisde Of US To Japan
Square has announced that they are expanding their mobile payments service outside of the US, and the first country where Square will be available in will be Japan. They have partnered with SMCC, the company who introduced Visa to Japan. Business's in Japan will be able to take payments using the … [Read more...] about Square Expands Mobile Payments Outisde Of US To Japan
New Microsoft Windows 8 Tablet Advert Pokes Fun At Apple’s iPad And Siri (video)
Microsoft has created a new advert to promote their latest tablets running the Windows 8 operating system, and in the process have taken the opportunity to have a pop at Apple and their iPad tablet, as well as have a poke at Apple's personal assistant Siri. Watch the new Microsoft advert after the … [Read more...] about New Microsoft Windows 8 Tablet Advert Pokes Fun At Apple’s iPad And Siri (video)
Twitter For Mac Update Adds Notification Center Support
Twitter has released a new update for its Mac application this week, which brings with it a number of tweaks and enhancements together with the obligatory bug fixes. But one neat new feature of the latest Twitter for Mac update has also added support for Apple's Notification Center in OS X Mountain … [Read more...] about Twitter For Mac Update Adds Notification Center Support
Google Drive Android App Updated With Scanner Functionality
Google has today rolled out a new update to its Google Drive application for Android which has brought with it a number of new features, one of which allows you to now use your smartphone as a document scanner to save items directly to Google Drive. The new Google Drive scanning features enable … [Read more...] about Google Drive Android App Updated With Scanner Functionality
Microsoft Registers Domains For Kinect One And Kinect Fitness
Following on from the unveiling of their new next-generation Xbox One gaming console earlier this week, it has been revealed that Microsoft has also registered the domains for Kinect One and Kinect Fitness. The domain registrations were discovered by Superannuation (via Gematsu), and were updated … [Read more...] about Microsoft Registers Domains For Kinect One And Kinect Fitness
Amazon Kindle Fire HD 7 And 8.9 Now Available To Pre-Order In Over 170 Countries
Amazon has today announced that their Kindle Fire HD and Kindle Fire HD 8.9” are now available for pre-order for customers in over 170 countries around the world. Until their worldwide rollout this week, the Kindle Fire HD and Kindle Fire HD 8.9" have only been available in the US, Europe, and … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle Fire HD 7 And 8.9 Now Available To Pre-Order In Over 170 Countries
LG Optimus GJ Water And Dustproof Android Smartphone Announced
LG has added another new Android smartphone to their range, the LG Optimus GJ, which is a water and dust-proof Android smartphone that will be launched in Taiwan. The device will come with Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean, offering users a smooth and responsive experience with a host of features and … [Read more...] about LG Optimus GJ Water And Dustproof Android Smartphone Announced
