iOS 7 news, rumours, download release date, features

iOS 7 is the first version of Apple’s mobile operating system to get a major redesign since the launch of the original iPhone. Unveiled during the WWDC 2013 presentation, it is the result of the hard work of Apple's Senior Vice President of Industrial Design, Sir Jonathan "Jony" Ive.Apple has been under criticism of late that its mobile OS is tired and outdated, so iOS 7 could be the refresh the company...
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Google Glass price could be as low as £200

At £200 it would be Google Glass for everyone...Ahead of the mass production release of Google Glass next year, industry analysts have suggested the Google Glass price could be as low as £200. While Google has already made a number of pre-release Google Glass units available for purchase by developers at a lofty $1,500 (£976) apiece, analysts have predicted that in a bid to make it appealing to the...
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White Google Nexus 4 hits UK priced £310

The white Google Nexus 4 is now UK boundThe white Google Nexus 4 is once again available for sale in the UK, with independent retailer Expansys offering the lighter hued handset for £310. Having been made available in the US direct from the Google Play Store back in May, the white Google Nexus 4 has been less forthcoming in the UK, with Expansys beating a number of big name networks and high street...
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Apple secures US import ban on Samsung products

A number of Samsung products could soon be removed from saleAs the Apple vs Samsung legal battles continue, the US International Trade Commission has ruled that Samsung can no longer import a number of its mobile products into the country. While it was found that a selection of Samsung’s smartphone and tablet products have infringed on two Apple held patents, the US judged ruled in Samsung’s favour...
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Toshiba 50L7355D TV Review

What is the Toshiba 50L7355D?The 50L7355D is a mid-range 50-inch LCD TV equipped with Toshiba’s latest Cloud TV smart system, active 3D playback, multimedia playback, and built-in Wi-Fi. It’s quite aggressively priced for such a large and apparently well-featured TV too, setting you back a mere £770. Is it a bargain or a false economy? Toshiba 50L7355D - Design & ConnectionsAesthetically the Toshiba...
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Home Sharing for digital games confirmed for Xbox One, Live Home Gold detailed

Following Microsoft's well-publicised Xbox One policy reversals in recent weeks it has been difficult to discern which of the originally-announced features have been ditched and which have endured and in what form. Marc Whitten, chief product officer for Xbox, has today moved to clarify one of these queries as relates to the Home Sharing feature which allowed families to play each other's games when...
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New entry-level Amazon Kindle fire to feature HD display?

The entry-level iteration of the third-generation Amazon Kindle Fire tablet will offer a high-definition screen, according to reports on Friday. BGR claims to have obtained a full spec list for the most affordable 7-inch tablet in Amazon's yet-to-be-announced 2013 line-up, which outlines a 1200 x 800 screen.That's the same resolution as the current 7-inch Kindle Fire HD tablet and would represent...
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New Nexus 7 2 users report GPS problems

Several owners of the new Nexus 7 are reporting issues with the tablet’s GPS system, although Google is currently working on a fix. Not all of the Nexus 7 2 owners are experiencing exactly the same issues, it seems the GPS system on the 7-inch slate is causing a good number of them problems.According to varies users of the recently launched Google tablet, they are having difficulties maintaining and...
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Samsung Galaxy Gear smartwatch release date, specs, pictures, news and rumours

Is a Samsung smartwatch on its way in 2013? We take a look at all the latest rumours about the device currently being dubbed the Galaxy Gear. Sony has already launched its Smartwatch 2 to rival the Pebble smartwatch, and Samsung could be the next manufacturer to unveil a wristworn device.Ahead of a predicted launch in September, here's everything we know so far about the device rumoured to be called...
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LG 29EA93 Monitor Review

What is the LG 29EA93?To say the LG 29EA93 is a 29-inch monitor is a little misleading. It measures 29 inches diagonally, but what makes the 29EA93 interesting is this isn’t a standard 16:9/16:10 aspect monitor, but an ‘UltraWide’ 21:9 aspect monitor with an unusual 2,560 x 1,080 resolution. It promises to make films and games more immersive, and improve your productivity, too. But does it? LG 29EA93:...
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Xbox One won’t get 12GB RAM upgrade, confirms Microsoft

Microsoft has confirmed that the Xbox One won’t be getting the 12GB of RAM upgrade that was recently rumoured. It was hinted that the Xbox One would get a RAM spec boost from 8GB to 12GB to help the next-generation console battle the PS4 come launch.However, Microsoft’s Product Planning Manager Albert Penello has now put that rumour to bed,“Glad you all like the headset. We’re not going to 12GB, just...
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iPad 5 display component leaks

We appear to have had the clearest view yet of the iPad 5's main display component, revealing more about the next full-sized Apple tablet's design. The above display part emerged on repair site Macfixit Autralia, which is adamant that this is an official and final iPad 5 component. Sure enough, as MacRumours points out, the part number stamped on the component (821-1892-02 if you're wondering) fits...
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HTC One X+ Android 4.2.2 update with Sense 5 starts rolling out

Owners of the HTC One X+ and the HTC One X stand ready - the long-anticipated Android 4.2.2 update with Sense 5 has started rolling out to older models. The news comes from HTC's home country of Taiwan, where the company has officially made the Android 4.2.2 update available as an over the air download for HTC One X+ owners.The update adds many of the features first experienced on the this year's...
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Asus MeMO Pad HD 7 Tablet Review

What is the Asus MeMO Pad HD 7?The Asus MeMO Pad HD 7 is a 7-inch Android tablet whose aims are very similar to the Nexus 7’s – it’s a versatile, portable and affordable tablet. But at £129 it’s a good deal cheaper than the new Nexus 7. And while there are clear compromises involved, it's one of the very few sub-£150 tablets we recommend.Got more money to spend? Head to our best Android tablets for...
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Google Nexus 7 2 UK release date confirmed as August 28

Home » News » Tablet News » Google Nexus 7 '2' UK release date confirmed as August 28by Chris Smith 08 August 2013 | Go to comments Share:Google Nexus 7 2Go to comments Please enable JavaScript to view the comments powered by Disqus. comments powered by Disqus...
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Bill Gates slams Google's 'Project Loon' balloon internet plans

Former Microsoft CEO Bill Gates has hit out at Google's plans to provide internet access to people in developing nations, by suspending hot air balloons in the sky. Gates, who now spends most of his time and money trying to wipe out malaria and polio through his charity foundation, says Google's lofty plans won't be of much use to the millions of children dying of the disease in third-world countries.Google's...
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GTA 5 mural spotted ahead of release next month

A GTA 5 hand-painted mural has been spotted in New York ahead of the game’s September release date. Rockstar has started building the hype for its upcoming GTA 5 game with a huge hand-painted mural in New York, potentially the first in a series of three.The mural depicts Trevor, one of the three GTA 5 protagonists, running two fingers along a “cut here” tattoo around his neck.It can be found on North...
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MixBit video editing app launched by YouTube co-founders

The co-founders of YouTube have launched MixBit, a new app that allows users to create and edit their own video clips. Steve Chen and Chad Hurley, the co-founders of YouTube, are now the team behind AVOS and are launching MixBit as a new social media video service.Dissimilar to other popular video creation apps like Vine or the new Instagram video function, MixBit allows users to bring in video clips...
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Panasonic Lumix GF6 Camera Review

What is the Panasonic Lumix GF6? Panasonic launched the very first compact system camera (CSC) in 2008 in the form of the Lumix G1, but its range has since developed and is now split into three distinct threads – the high-end ‘GH’ series, the intermediate ‘G’ series and the entry-level ‘GF’ collection.The GF6 is the latest model in this entry-level collection, targeted at those making the step up...
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PS4 PlayStation Plus account only required for online multiplayer

Sony has confirmed that the only PS4 service behind a PlayStation Plus subscription paywall is the online multiplayer. After Microsoft revealed that the Xbox One requires an Xbox Live Gold account for game DVR and other online features, Sony has reiterated which features will require a PlayStation Plus account.PS4 gamers will only be required to subscribe to a PlayStation Plus account if they wish...
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