Intel: Core M processor 3 times faster than Snapdragon 805

One of the most exciting announcments at IFA 2014 was Intel's launch of the tiny 14nm system on chip, the Intel Core M. It brings with it the promise of some exciting thin, silent and above all powerful new two in one PCs which Intel claims will be up to three times faster than the any tablet packing the Qualcomm Snapdragon 805. Speaking to TrustedReviews Matt Dunford, Worldwide Client Benchmark Manager...
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LG 65EC970V TV Review

The Future Of TV In All Its GloryLG ‘won’ the 2014 Consumer Electronic Show in Las Vegas with its debut 4K UHD OLED TVs. And reacquainting ourselves with these extraordinary new models at the IFA technology show in Berlin has done absolutely nothing to dampen our ardour for them. In fact, with the 65-inch 65EC970V now scheduled to go on sale before this month is out, our anticipation of its arrival...
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Sony answers 4K overheating concerns, says ‘only shoot in small bursts’

Sony has responded to consumers suffering overheating issues when using their Xperia Z2 to shoot 4K video, telling users to “only shoot in small bursts”. In a response which heavily echoes Steve Jobs’ infamous retort to iPhone 4 signal issues – “just avoid holding it that way” – MacDougal’s comments are hardly likely to instil much confidence in consumers.“Overheating was a challenge that we had with...
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Doro: 58 per cent of seniors want a smartphone

Handset maker Doro has claimed that the senior market is becoming increasingly tech savvy, with 58 per cent of over 65s now reportedly wanting their own smartphone. Having forged its niche in the unassuming and easily accessible feature phone market, Doro has recently started edging its way into the smartphone race. Now, the manufacturer has claimed the senior market is keen for powerful but user-friendly...
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Apple Mobile Payments: How the iPhone 6 could kill the wallet

What IS going on with mobile payments? Physical wallets were supposed to be obsolete by now. We were supposed to be paying for everything with a nonchalant swipe of our smartphones.And yet here we are in 2014, pulling the same tired old plastic debit cards out of the same tatty leather pouches. This isn't the future we envisaged back in 2010.We're being overly dramatic, of course. But the question...
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PS4 Remote Play will be Xperia exclusive but may come to older devices

PS4 Remote Play on Xperia Z3Sony has confirmed that the PS4 Remote Play functionality, announced for its new Xperia Z3 smartphone and tablet, could some day become available on its older models in the range. The feature, which will allow owners of the Sony Xperia Z3, the Xperia Z3 Compact and the Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact to link up the PS4’s DualShock controller and stream games directly from the...
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Android Wear update with offline music, GPS and custom faces confirmed

Google is officially priming its first big software update for Android Wear smartwatches before the end of the year, in order to introduce a host of requested features. Following reports earlier on Friday, claiming Android Wear 2.0 was on the way on October 15, Google published a blog post confirming the update is on the way, but stopped short of confirming the date.The bump, which will be available...
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First 4K Blu-ray players will be on sale by end of 2015

Blu-ray is moving with the times tooWhile the likes of Netflix and Amazon press on with bringing 4K content to the overwhelming minority of Ultra HD TV owners, there are at least a couple of major issues related to the next-gen being a streaming first platform. Firstly, users will need a hyper-fast broadband connection to view these files buffer three, while the amount of extra bandwidth providers...
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Sony Xperia Z3 release date revealed

Sony has listed the Sony Xperia Z3 release date, along with those for the Sony Xperia Z3 Compact and Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact. All three products were announced at IFA 2014, but concrete release date and pricing information was a little scarce.However, taking a look at the Sony Mobile site, the product pages for all three products have been updated not only with some pre-order offers, but with an...
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Android Wear 2.0 coming October 15?

Android Wear 2.0 should be released on October 15, marking the first major update to Google’s wearable OS.Although the first Android Wear devices have only been out a couple of months, Google is allegedly preparing to update its smartwatch OS next month.According to AndroidPolice’s unnamed sources, Android Wear devices will start receiving an OTA update on or around October 15.There’s no guarantee...
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Assassin’s Creed Rogue gameplay trailer released

A fresh Assassin’s Creed Rogue gameplay trailer has been released, showing the Xbox 360 and PS3 title in action. Assassin’s Creed Rogue is the upcoming AC title for last generation consoles and flips the series on its head somewhat.In it, you’ll play as Shay Patrick Cormac, a Templar tasked with hunting down Assassins.The latest trailer gives us just a hint as to why Cormac has chosen to turn his...
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Amazon Fire TV Gadget Review

What is Amazon Fire TV?The Amazon Fire TV is a media streaming set top box where you can watch films, TV, listen to music and even play games through your HDTV. Announced back in April, the Apple TV rival is now coming to the UK and ahead of schedule as well. Priced at a reasonable £79, you can also grab one for £49 for a limited time if you sign up to Amazon Prime.Amazon said it’s selling like hotcakes...
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HTC rumoured to have scrapped smartwatch plans

HTC Android Wear watch teaserHTC may have scrapped its Android Wear smartwatch plans, according to a new report. Although HTC was named as one of Google’s original Android Wear partners, it seems that HTC might have abandoned its launch plans.According to sources “familiar with the matter” talking to Pocket-Lint, HTC has abandoned its plans to launch a consumer smartwatch.The source didn’t confirm...
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GTA 5 is a game that prepares you for adult life

OPINION: Nick Cowen explores how Rockstar Games’s open world behemoth can actually help the generation entering the job market In the pantheon of core video games, no franchise has the impact of Grand Theft Auto. Last year’s installment, GTA 5, was a critical and commercial juggernaut, reviewing off the charts and selling $80m worth of units in the first 24 hours. The fact that it’s about to land...
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Apple to up iCloud security following nude photo leak

Soon to be safer than everApple CEO Tim Cook has said iCloud will add extra security features following the celebrity nude photo leak. Although he reiterated that the celebrities' usernames and passwords were not leaked from Apple's servers.Hackers gained access to celebrities' iCloud accounts by correctly answering their security questions to obtain their passwords.To combat this in future, Cook...
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Doro planning to introduce 4G LTE phone for seniors

Doro's first 4G phone could be with us sooner rather than laterSenior phone specialist Doro is set to give the elderly community something of a speed boost, with the manufacturer confirming it is working on its first 4G LTE smartphone. Having recently made the jump from feature phones to senior-friendly smartphones, the company has now revealed its plans to introduce more mainstream technologies to...
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iPhone 6 release date, news, rumours, specs and price

We're now just days away from the official iPhone 6 launch, and the rumours are still flooding in in persistent waves. Apple confirmed the September 9 launch with a formal teaser that you can see below. Now we could actually be within weeks of the new flagship's release date. Although the iPhone 6 was not mentioned by name in Apple's invite, the event fits perfectly with past iPhone release patterns.Despite...
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Nvidia wants Samsung Galaxy phones and tablets banned

Nvidia is suing Samsung for alleged infringement upon its GPU patents, and wants the manufacturer's most popular devices banned from sale in the US. The American graphics chip specialist has filed a patent infringement complaint with the U.S. International Trade Commission against both Samsung and rival Qualcomm. The latter company, of course, provides the processors that power a large proportion...
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Xperia Z3 PlayStation gaming capabilities only for use within the home

Sony will soon let you play PS4 games on your smartphone, but don’t get too excited, the features are limited to use within the home. Echoing the Remote Play capabilities of the PS Vita, Sony has confirmed that the new Xperia Z3 and Xperia Z3 Compact smartphones, as well as the Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact, will allow gamers to cast their PS4 gameplay from the big screen to the their mobile devices.However,...
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Mota SmartRing hits Indiegogo

Like some Nokia Lumia handsets, the SmartRing features wireless charging. To juice it up, just place it on its charging station.At first, it will only work with iOS and Android devices, and will support calls, text messages, emails, and calendar notifications. Mota is also working with Facebook and Twitter, and says it will extend to more apps if it gets the support.The SmartRing is available in black...
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