The BBC has released a new update for their BBC iPlayer application which brings with it support for Apple's new iPad retina screen, as well as other tweaks and improvements. Other new features include improved accessibility, including additional Voice Over controls, and improved video performance … [Read more...] about BBC iPlayer Update Adds Support For New iPad Retina Displays And More
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Sony Announces Xperia S Dark Silver Version
Sony has announced that they will be releasing a new dark silver version of their Xperia S smartphone. The handset will come with the same specifications as the existing device, but with a sleek new color option that is sure to appeal to style-conscious consumers. Sony hasn't announced a release … [Read more...] about Sony Announces Xperia S Dark Silver Version
Acer CloudMobile Goes Up For Pre-Order
Some of our readers will remember the Acer CloudMobile that was announced earlier in the year. The handset has now gone up for pre-order at one online retailer in the UK, priced at £285. The Acer CloudMobile features a 4.3-inch touchscreen display with a resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels, which … [Read more...] about Acer CloudMobile Goes Up For Pre-Order
Google Enables Custom URLs For Google+
Google has today announced via a post on the Google+ community board that they have started rolling out the ability to create custom Google+ URLs. Initially, Google is only rolling out the new feature to a "limited set of verified profiles" but will be expanding the user base over time, to more … [Read more...] about Google Enables Custom URLs For Google+
Verizon Details Motorola Droid 4 Android ICS Update
It looks like owners of the Motorola Droid 4 on Verizon should be getting the Android 4.0.4 Update on Verizon Wireless, as Verizon has now detailed the update. As well as releasing information on the update, it looks like Verizon has released the update to those owners of the handset that are … [Read more...] about Verizon Details Motorola Droid 4 Android ICS Update
RIM Says BlackBerry 10 Will Soon Be Available For Licensing
We previously heard from RIM's CEO, Thorsten Heins, that RIM intends to license the next version of their mobile OS, BlackBerry 10, to other manufacturers. RIM is expected to launch BlackBerry 10 in the first quarter of 2013, and now RIM's CEO has told Bloomberg that BlackBerry 10 will soon be … [Read more...] about RIM Says BlackBerry 10 Will Soon Be Available For Licensing
LG Optimus Vu Coming To The US In September
The LG Optimus Vu was launched in South Korea back in March. Since then, there have been numerous rumors suggesting that the device would make its way to the US market. Recently, a leaked photo of the handset for Verizon Wireless surfaced, adding fuel to the speculation. Now, it appears that the LG … [Read more...] about LG Optimus Vu Coming To The US In September
Valve’s Steam Community Receiving Major Updates This Week
Steam network gamers might be interested to learn that Valve is rolling out new updates to its Steam Community this week over four days, starting Monday through to Thursday. Yesterday, Valve rolled out the first major update, "Game Hubs," to the Steam Community. This new feature has been created by … [Read more...] about Valve’s Steam Community Receiving Major Updates This Week
Google Launches New Studio Mode For Improved Audio In Hangouts (video)
Google has this week added a new Studio Mode to its Google Hangouts, which has been created to provide bands with a way of using Hangouts to perform live to fans, and sound more like they are on the stage. This innovative feature aims to make huge improvements to the audio quality through Google … [Read more...] about Google Launches New Studio Mode For Improved Audio In Hangouts (video)
Google Buys Frommer’s Travel Guides
It looks like Google is close to completing another acquisition. Google has purchased Frommer's Travel Guides in a deal which is reported to be worth $25 million. Google has purchased the company from its previous owners, John Wiley & Sons. Frommer's has been a trusted name in travel for … [Read more...] about Google Buys Frommer’s Travel Guides
Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE Goes Up For Pre-Order, Lands On Sprint 19th August
Last week we heard that the Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE was rumored to arrive on Sprint on the 19th of August. This has now been confirmed by Sprint, and the handset has gone up for pre-order. The Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE will be available for $199.99 on Sprint when you sign up to a new two-year … [Read more...] about Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE Goes Up For Pre-Order, Lands On Sprint 19th August
Spotify Radio for Desktop gets Ranking Feature
If you're a fan of streaming music from the Internet to your computer at home or in the office, Spotify has added a new feature to its desktop application you might enjoy. Spotify now allows users to store the songs they like by giving them a thumbs up, saving it to a "Liked from Radio" playlist. … [Read more...] about Spotify Radio for Desktop gets Ranking Feature
