Panasonic: 3D still a ‘key feature’ for the TV market

Pansonic says 3D isn't dead but we don't believe themDespite a continued lack of content and waning consumer interest, Panasonic has claimed 3D is still a ‘key feature’ for the TV scene. Although in past years 3D has been the buzzword of the home entertainment sector, recently it has been superseded by Smart connectivity and 4K visuals. Despite this drop is focus, however, Panasonic has insisted that...
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Dark Souls 2 tips, tricks and secrets

Dark Souls 2 is one of the hardest games of the last 12 months. Difficulty is what it is all about. You have to trudge through death and frustration to make the lessons learned and the victories gained all the sweeter.However, in order to get anywhere you have to learn a few things, and the game isn’t always willing to make many of those clear. We’ve collated a few of the must-know tips and tricks...
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Metal Samsung Galaxy S5 doesn’t exist, suggests Samsung CEO

The existence of the rumoured metal Samsung Galaxy S5 has been denied by none other than the Samsung CEO. Since the Samsung Galaxy S5 was unveiled at MWC last month with a plastic but waterproof body, ruours have circulated that Samsung is working on a metal version of the device.It was tipped to be called the Samsung Galaxy F or even the Samsung Galaxy S5 Premium, but we sincerely doubt Samsung would...
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HTC One M8 name confirmed by network Three

The HTC One 2 will be officially known as the HTC One M8The heavily rumoured HTC One follow-on will be officially called the HTC One M8, UK operator Three has prematurely confirmed. With the HTC One M8 having been the subject of numerous rumours and leaks in recent weeks, much speculation and confusion has surrounded what the phone will actually be called.With HTC One 2 and HTC M8 monikers having...
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Google Chromecast UK launch nears as stocks hit retailers

Chromecast is heading to the UKA Google Chromecast UK launch could be just a matter of days away as latest leaks suggest British retailers are starting to receive stocks of the TV dongle. Connected via a HDMI port, the Chromecast is capable of giving your none-connected TV smart credentials, allowing users stream a range of content direct to the biggest screen in the home.Having previously been tipped...
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Apple adds Sharing Selfies section to App Store

Apple has launched a new app category in the iOS App Store - the self-explanatory Sharing Selfies. You’d be forgiven for thinking that the selfie was a brand new craze, given the hype surrounding Ellen DeGeneres’s star-studded Oscars 2014 snap.Of course, those with a memory of more than a year or two will recall that even Hollywood’s fusty old awards ceremony acknowledged the phenomenon way back in...
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Google cuts Google Drive storage prices

Google has dropped the price of additional Google Drive storage by a considerable margin. Users on the 15GB plan continue to pay nothing, of course, but everything above that is a fair bit cheaper now.If you want 100GB of cloud storage space, you’ll now only have to pay $1.99 per month. Previously, it was $4.99.Those who require 1TB of storage will make the most impressive savings though. That’s now...
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Firefox: If Google made Android again it would make different choices

Did Google make mistakes with Android?Although Android is currently the dominant force of the mobile scene, Mozilla has suggested that if Google was to rebuild its iOS rival, the search giant would make a number of fundamental changes. Suggesting that Android is too demanding on hardware, Mozilla’s VP of Firefox, Jonathan Nightingale has suggested that Google has learnt from its mistakes in building...
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Amazon ‘Project Aria’ smartphone to arrive this year

The Amazon smartphone could launch this year and be fairly cheap, according to some leaked documents. A new report has suggested that Amazon’s so-called “Project Aria” smartphone will be launched sometime this year and will cost “a fraction” of the iPhone 6 price.According to a leaked internal Amazon document obtained by The Information, Amazon is prepping its Project Aria smartphone for launch in...
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Titanfall Mac edition being discussed by game’s creators

A Titanfall Mac edition is reportedly on the cards, with developer Respawn Entertainment confirming it is in talks with Aspyr Media to bring the game to Apple users. With tomorrow’s UK Titanfall release date to see the eagerly awaited game land for Xbox One and PC, with an Xbox 360 edition to follow later in the month, the title’s developers has hinted that a Mac edition could be rolled out in the...
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HTC One 2 release date tipped for mid-April

The HTC One 2 could launch within days of the S5Ahead of the phone’s formal unveiling, a selection of HTC One 2 cases have leaked, hinting that the HTC One 2 release date will be held in ‘mid-April’. Although far from a formal confirmation – and we suggest these leaks are taken with a decent pinch of salt – the mid April leaked HTC One 2 release date would be fitting with previous reports.What’s more,...
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Nikon 1 V3 vs V2 – What is different?

What is the Nikon 1 V3?The Nikon 1 V3 is a new compact system camera. It builds on the foundation laid by the two former generations of 1-series cameras, sticking to the 1-inch sensor size that has been seen in every model in the range.However, it’s the most dramatic change we’ve seen in a V camera to date, so exactly how does the Nikon 1 V3 differ from its predecessor the Nikon 1 V2?New designThe...
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The Last of Us, GTA 5 and Tearaway scoop multiple Game BAFTAs

The Last of Us, GTA 5 and Tearaway have all scooped multiple game BAFTAs at this year’s awards ceremony. Taking the gong for Best Game 2014 was PS3 exclusive adventure title, The Last of Us. Developer Naughty Dog also took away the awards for Best Action and Adventure game, Audio Achievement and Story.The voice of Ellie in the game, Ashley Johnson, was awarded the Best Performer prize for her portrayal.Open...
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LG G3 screen to feature 2560 x 1440p WQHD display?

The G3 looks set to reignite the specs warForget the Samsung Galaxy S5 and HTC One 2, newly surfaced leaks have suggested the LG G3 will launch later this year with a stunning 2560 x 1440 WQHD display. According to claimed source code from the as yet unconfirmed handset, the LG G3 will become the first flagship smartphone to move beyond a 1080p Full HD panel, jumping to a WQHD offering.Based on the...
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Nikon 1 V3 premium compact system camera announced

The Nikon 1 V3 is a new addition to the company’s 1 series of mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras, this time aimed at the high-end photographer. Nikon appears to have gone back to the drawing board following the Nikon 1 V2, replacing that camera’s fixed elements with a new modular design. Both the electronic viewfinder and grip are now optional accessories, leaving an extremely stripped back Nikon...
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Epson Expression Home XP-412 Printer Review

What is the Epson Home XP-412?There’s been a recent move among printer makers to reduce the size of their all-in-ones and make them more discreet on the desk. Epson, with its Expression Home range now refers to these as Small-in-One printers, and the XP-412 lives up to this designation.Epson Home XP-412 - Design and FeaturesThis is a neat, glossy black machine with a textured lid to its flatbed scanner....
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Hit iOS game Threes lands on Android

One of the most buzzed-about iPhone and iPad games of the past month or so, Threes, has finally made its way to Android. Unlike Flappy Bird, Threes has had nothing but good will heaped upon it since its early February launch. It’s that rare mobile game that’s as much a hit with the game critics as it is with the Twitter trendsters.Which is why it’s such big news that Threes is now available on the...
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Huawei: We are still committed to Windows Phone but dual OS is better

More Huawei Windows Phone handsets are incomingWith the Windows Phone platform continuing to increase its market share, Huawei has pledged its continued support to Microsoft’s mobile OS. However, despite discussing its future Windows Phone support, Chinese manufacturer Huawei has claimed that WP8 is a better prospect when offered alongside Android as a part of a dual OS device.“We are still committed...
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When will my Samsung Galaxy phone get an Android 4.4 KitKat update?

When will my phone get Android 4.4 KitKat?Samsung makes many of the most popular Android phones. However, it is not always that fast to upgrade them to the latest version of the Android operating system.We’re here to let you know when your phone is likely to get an upgrade to Android 4.4, if it is to get one at all. So whether you have a Galaxy S4 or a first-generation Galaxy Ace, carry on reading...
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