Skylanders turned out to be a rather surprising hit for Activision, earning a nice return on investment for the video game. The franchise also turned out to be very popular with the action figures selling in impressive numbers. Activision has announced a new title in the franchise that will launch … [Read more...] about Skylanders Swap Force Launches This Fall
Amazon Launches New Virtual Currency Amazon Coins
Online retail giant Amazon has today announced the launch of a new virtual currency called Amazon Coins which it has created for purchasing apps, games, and in-app items on their Kindle Fire tablet. Amazon Coins will launch in the US during May 2013 and will provide Kindle Fire owners a new way to … [Read more...] about Amazon Launches New Virtual Currency Amazon Coins
Kindle Fire vs iPad Screens Compared By Amazon (video)
Amazon has launched a new advertising campaign this week comparing their Kindle Fire vs iPad, specifically focusing on both the tablets' screens. With the price of a Kindle Fire less than an Apple's iPad, Amazon is pushing the idea that there is little difference between the two screens, and … [Read more...] about Kindle Fire vs iPad Screens Compared By Amazon (video)
Chrome And Firefox Communicate Via WebRTC (video)
Google and Mozilla have today released a WebRTC demo video showing how their two browsers, Chrome and Firefox, can now let users communicate via video and chat using WebRTC. WebRTC has been developed as a new set of technologies that allows clear, crisp voice, sharp high-definition video, and … [Read more...] about Chrome And Firefox Communicate Via WebRTC (video)
Sniper Elite V2 Officially Landing On Wii U
This week, 505 Games has announced that their latest Sniper Elite V2 game will officially be landing on Nintendo's Wii U games console later this spring. Sniper Elite V2 was launched last year on PC, PS3, Wii U, and Xbox 360, and is a tactical shooter video game developed by Rebellion … [Read more...] about Sniper Elite V2 Officially Landing On Wii U
Fuhu Nabi Jr And Nabi XD Tablets For Kids Start Shipping From $100
We have featured Fuhu tablets previously on Geeky Gadgets, and if you have been waiting for them to start shipping, you will be pleased to learn that the Fuhu Nabi Jr and Nabi XD Tablets for kids are now available to purchase from $100. The new Nabi XD, pictured below, features a 10.1-inch screen … [Read more...] about Fuhu Nabi Jr And Nabi XD Tablets For Kids Start Shipping From $100
VESA DisplayPort Dual-Mode 1.1 Standard Introduced With 4K Support
The Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) has today announced the release of the latest DisplayPort Dual-Mode Standard, which comes with 4K support. The new DisplayPort version will function with the highest HDMI 1.4a resolutions like Ultra HD (4k), 3D 1080p 60 and 1080p with millions of … [Read more...] about VESA DisplayPort Dual-Mode 1.1 Standard Introduced With 4K Support
Android 4.0 MA-107 Smartbox Now Available
Archos have recently added a new touchscreen device to their range in the form of the Archos SoundPad, and in a similar vein, a new Android MA-107 Smartbox has been created and is on sale for around $200. The Android MA-107 Smartbox is equipped with a 7-inch touchscreen and runs Google's Android … [Read more...] about Android 4.0 MA-107 Smartbox Now Available
MoviePass Lands On Android
MoviePass cost around $30 a month and it gives you unlimited access to cinemas in the US. There has been a version of MoviePass available for Apple's iOS device for a while, and now the app is available for Google's Android platform. MoviePass for Android will work on Android devices running … [Read more...] about MoviePass Lands On Android
Samsung Galaxy Exhibit For T-Mobile Leaked
It looks like Samsung and T-Mobile are about to launch another new Android smartphone, the Samsung Galaxy Exhibit, which will be T-Mobile's version of the Samsung Galaxy S III mini. This new device is expected to feature similar specifications to the Mini, making it a compelling option for those … [Read more...] about Samsung Galaxy Exhibit For T-Mobile Leaked
Samsung Galaxy S2 Plus Lands In Finland For 378 Euros
Samsung announced an updated version of their Galaxy S2 smartphone last month, the Samsung Galaxy S2 Plus, and now the device has gone on sale in Finland and it retails for 378 Euros. The Samsung Galaxy S2 Plus features a 4.3 inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, it also … [Read more...] about Samsung Galaxy S2 Plus Lands In Finland For 378 Euros
Samsung To Launch Dual Display Galaxy Q Smartphone At MWC 2013 (Rumor)
Samsung is expected to announce a number of new devices at Mobile World Congress later this month, and now according to a recent report, Samsung may intend to launch a smartphone with dual displays, the Samsung Galaxy Q. According to the guys over at Mobile Geeks, the Samsung Galaxy Q will feature … [Read more...] about Samsung To Launch Dual Display Galaxy Q Smartphone At MWC 2013 (Rumor)
