Internet Explorer for Windows 10: 5 Things Microsoft needs to get right

Internet Explorer on Windows 10 features we hope to see

Rumour has it that Microsoft is preparing to ditch Internet Explorer in Windows 10, producing a brand new web browser from scratch that will supplant the old IE brand.

Project Spartan, as it’s known, will apparently be a lightweight web browser running on both PC and mobile Windows 10 devices. By the sounds of it, Spartan will take its lead from web browser rivals such as Chrome and Firefox.

But what should be the priorities for a new browser approach from Microsoft? These are five things we hope it focuses on when Windows 8 makes way for Windows 10.

Security

One of the things that caused people to lose faith in Internet Explorer over the years was a perceived lack of security. Thanks in part to its immense popularity at its peak (it used to represent as much as 80 percent of the market), and also thanks to its wobbly framework, it proved easy to exploit.

As of today, of course, IE 11 is a much more secure web browser. But perceptions are hard to shift, and with online security a bigger issue than ever, Microsoft needs to make its new web browser water tight if it’s to claw back market share from Google.

Extensions

It’s being claimed that the new Windows 10 web browser will borrow one particularly crucial feature from Chrome and Firefox - extensions. Microsoft really needs to nail this, because it’s one of the big reasons people have defected to the aforementioned web browsers in their droves.

Extensions allow you to personalise and add functionality to your web browsing experience. They let you format, view, save, and share web content in a way that’s more personal to you, often tying in with other popular services and apps.

Internet Explorer 11 is a fine web browser with competitive core features as outlined elsewhere. But core features are no longer enough to win the web browser war, and Microsoft needs to make its web browser the hub of a buzzing ecosystem of useful plug-ins.

Speed

Another thing that has won Chrome so many admirers over the years is its speed. When it arrived, Google’s lightweight approach to surfing the web was a snappy delight.

Again, recent versions of Internet Explorer have been extremely rapid in their own right, with things like hardware acceleration really upping the ante over the competition.

The new Project Spartan web browser can’t afford to take its foot off the gas at all. We’ve got to the point now where all of the top web browsers are super-snappy, so this feature is really a bare minimum if Microsoft hopes to make an impression.

Compatibility

The new web browser is being designed with Windows 10 in mind, but we’d argue that Microsoft should be doing everything in its power to make it compatible with as broad a range of hardware as possible.

Internet Explorer 11 was quick and pleasant to use, but it didn’t work on anything pre-Windows 7. Can Microsoft afford to be so narrow and exclusive with its next big web browser push? Given the broad spread of hardware configurations its rivals run on, we'd suggest not.

Dare we dream of Mac OS X support somewhere down the line, too?

Multi-device interoperability

Another of Chrome’s major plus points is that it works seamlessly across all sorts of devices. Log into Chrome on your smartphone and you’ll have all of your saved bookmarks, favourites, and history from your desktop sessions.

Microsoft’s new web browser needs to work across mobile and desktop. That’s not as obvious a point as it may seem, either.

It all ties back into the compatibility point. It’s pretty obvious that this new Microsoft browser will work seamlessly across Windows 10 devices of all shapes and sizes. But we need more than that.

The harsh fact in all of this is that most people who use Windows on their computer do not use Windows Phone smartphones - they use Android and iOS devices. As such, Microsoft really needs to make Android and iOS versions of its web browser.

Even if that means producing a slightly compromised product to meet with those platforms’ standards and interfaces - and it will - the ability to continue your web browsing experience on your mobile device, regardless of the make, will probably be paramount to project Spartan’s success.

What do you think Microsoft needs to get right if it does indeed launch a new web browser? Let us know in the comments below.

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Alcatel OneTouch Pixi 3 is compatible with three operating systems

by Chris Smith 02 January 2015 |

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Alcatel OneTouch has announced its latest range of Pixi smartphones which will arrive with the rather unique ability to run one of three operating systems.

The Pixi 3 line of smartphones will allow users to choose from one of three mobile platforms; Android, Windows Phone or Mozilla’s Firefox OS.

The affordable devices will come in 4-inch, 4.5-inch and 5-inch sizes featuring 4G-ready mobile internet speeds. There’ll also be a smaller 3.5-inch version with 3G data.

Details are a little thin on the ground right now, with Alcatel claiming it’ll reveal more information in a few days at CES 2015.

The company is also reportedly plotting a new line of devices under the Palm name, but it’s not thought this announcement has anything to do with that.

Earlier on Friday, Alcatel also announced a new, affordable smartwatch imaginary titled the Watch.

The round-faced Moto 360 rival will offer an integrated heart rate sensor, remote messaging, call handling, fitness tracking and music playback control.

Read more: Opinion - Time is running out for smartwatches

The company says it’ll be available for “a fraction of the cost of competitors,” with more details coming at CES.

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Smarter’s Wi-Fi Coffee Machine will wake you when a pot has brewed

by Chris Smith 02 January 2015 |

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Smart's Wi-Fi Coffee Machine

If you’ve visited Trusted Reviews’ best coffee machines feature over the last couple of days then you may be interested in this potential addition to the list.

British manufacturer Smarter has announced a new Wi-Fi Coffee Machine, which will cost £100 and be on show at CES 2015 next week.

CNET reports the smart brewing buddy arrives with a built-in grinder and has an accompanying iOS and Android app, allowing users to programme their brew from their smartphones.

For example, you can time a fresh pot to coincide with when you wake up, or you can even set an alarm to sound when your coffee is ready.

It’ll send you a push notification when it needs refilling with beans and water, while it’ll also greet you when you get home and ask whether you want a cuppa making.

That last part sounds eerily like the toaster from Red Dwarf, doesn't it?

Read more: DeLonghi Dedica espresso machine review


The Smarter Wi-Fi Coffee Machine comes from the makers of the iKettle, which promises users an extra five minutes in bed while it boils the kettle automatically for you at a time of your choosing.

The coffee machine will be on show at CES 2015 and will go on sale in March.

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Apple sued over iPhone and iPad storage lost to iOS 8

Apple has been hit with yet another lawsuit, this time from users miffed over the amount of advertised storage space taken up by the iOS 8 software.

The complaint, filed in California, claims iOS 8 occupies almost a quarter (23.1 per cent) of all storage on some Apple devices with less built-in storage, such as the 8GB iPod touch models.

The writ also points out (via BBC) the process of updating from iOS 7 to iOS 8 can swallow up a fourth 1.3GB of storage on existing iPhones, iPods and iPad tablets.

Many iPhone users face the arduous and annoying task of deleting or backing up files from their phones in order to update to the newer versions of iOS.

The two complainants who live in Miami, point out the space attributed to iOS 8 gives Apple users far less space than advertised to store their own photos, apps, music, books, videos and data.

The pair claim Apple uses this as a tactic in order to have users sign up for its iCloud storage platforms when they run out of room on their handsets.

"Apple’s misrepresentations and omissions are deceptive and misleading because they omit material facts that an average consumer would consider in deciding whether to purchase its products," the lawsuit alleges.

"Rather ironically, Apple touts iOS 8 as 'The biggest iOS release ever.' Of course, Apple is not referring to the literal size of iOS 8, which appears to be entirely undisclosed in its voluminous marketing materials extolling the purported virtues of iOS 8."

The suit also accuses Apple of "aggressively markets a monthly-fee-based storage system called iCloud" in order to fix the problem.

"Using these sharp business tactics, Defendant gives less storage capacity than advertised only to offer to sell that capacity in a desperate moment, e.g., when a consumer is trying to record or take photos at a child or grandchild’s recital, basketball game or wedding."

Read more: Apple iOS 8 tips, tricks and secrets

Apple has not commented on the lawsuit, which is seeking millions of dollars in damages for those customers affected by the issue.

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Hyundai’s new Android Wear app can remotely start a car

by Chris Smith 02 January 2015 |

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Hyundai Blue Link

Android Wear smartwatch owners could soon be remotely starting their cars with a simple tap of the screen.

At CES 2015 Japanese car manufacturer Hyundai will show off its new Blue Link app, which will play nice with motors fitted with the Blue Link connectivity technology.

With a tap of an icon or a voice command, Android Wear early adopters will be able start their car, find the car, and lock or unlock the doors.

Users will also be able to remote flash the lights, honk the horn, call for roadside assistance or call the Blue Link service.

In a press release (via Android Central), the company wrote: “The app is easy to use. The wearer simply taps an icon or uses voice commands to execute remote functions. The Blue Link smartwatch app allows Hyundai owners to remote start, lock and unlock doors as well as find their car in a crowded parking lot. Pushing the microphone icon on the watch activates the voice function, where the driver can execute commands such as “Start my car,” “Lock my car” or “Find my car.””

The app must be linked to an Android phone via Bluetooth in order to work, but can be operated from anywhere in the US as long as the smartphone has a Bluetooth, and cellular or internet connections. Compatible vehicles include the current Sonata models (2012 and up) as well as the 2015 Genesis, Sonata and Azera.

We anticipate that CES 2015 will be a huge event as pertains to the connected car and expect Hyundai’s preview will be one of many highlights in this sector.

The Blue Link app will be a free download from the Google Play store sometime during the first quarter of 2015.

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New ASUS ZenFone to pack optical zoom camera

by Chris Smith 02 January 2015 |

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It's all in the code

ASUS is preparing to launch a new ZenPhone at CES, which integrates an optical zoom camera, judging by a teaser video posted online.

The brief clip, posted to YouTube on Friday, asks viewers to ‘guess the hidden message’ laid out in Morse code.

As 9to5Google has deciphered, the code translates into ‘optical zoom,’ with the firm promising it’ll be one of its CES highlights in the caption beneath.

So, it appears ASUS’ next ZenFone will feature an advanced zoom camera module and will be unveiled at CES next week.

The deployment of an optical zoom, rather than the digital zooming capabilities more commonly found in smartphones, will enable users to get closer to their subjects without distorting the resolution and clarity of the picture.

Handsets with optical zooms are few and far between because the lenses tend to require more space and can bulk up the size of the device.

The Nokia Lumia 1020 has a 6x optical zoom, while the Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom hybrid device boasts an 10x optical zoom lens.

Read more: ASUS ZenFone 6 review


It’ll be interesting to see what ASUS produces at CES next week. TrustedReviews will be at the event in force, so we’ll be sure to swing by the ASUS stand and take a look.

In the meantime, check out the teaser video below.

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Bosch ALB LI Review

What is the Bosch ALB 18LI?

Coming in at under £60, the Bosch ALB 18LI is about as cheap as battery powered leaf blowers come. It’s not a very sophisticated or powerful model, but it is compact and lightweight making it potentially suitable for those with smaller gardens and not much space to store their tools.

Bosch ALB 18LI: Design and Features

The first thing you notice about the Bosch ALB 18LI is just how small and light it is. At 1.8kg including its battery it’s less than half the weight of many rivals. With its nozzle it has dimensions of 90 x 22 x 15cm, but remove the nozzle and it nearly halves in length making this the sort of tool you can easily pack away in a box or cupboard as well as hang on the garage wall.

It’s still a well-made device, though. The plastic casing and nozzle are good and chunky and there’s no hint of flimsiness about it, with no rattles or such like, plus the handle and base are covered in rubber for better grip and protection respectively.

The main reason for its diminutive dimensions is that this is a fairly low-power unit. While its output speed of 58m/s is actually quite high, the volume of air it outputs is low. Bosch doesn’t provide figures for this number but as we’ll see in our tests later, it is far below that of more powerful units.

The reason it can claim such high output speeds is that the nozzle is very narrow. It tapers to a point only around 5cm wide by 2cm tall, which compares to around 15cm by 5cm for more powerful units like the Stihl BGA85. This in turn makes it more accurate, which can be useful, but widespread blowing power is limited.

The nozzle bends slightly upwards at the end to create a better angle of attack when held in a normal standing position. It’s also very easy to remove thanks to a push button release on the top edge.

Controls on the ALB 18LI couldn’t be simpler. There’s just a single trigger-style button on the under-side of the handle, with no locking or safety systems or variable speeds. The lack of any sort of safety switch is obviously a slight concern if you have children but the output from this blower is low enough – and the intake well protected enough – that there’s very little chance of any harm.

The battery is a fairly compact unit that slides out the back of the device. Rated at 18V it has a capacity of 2.0Ah, or 36Wh. This gives a rated running time of a mere 10 minutes and battery recharge time is 1-3.5hr depending on the charger you get, so clearly this isn’t suitable for professional use or even remotely large gardens but it’s enough for small jobs and gardens.

For the review price listed you don't get a battery and charger but for under £90 you can buy it with one of each. We've used the former as the main review price as the ALB 18 LI is compatible with the full range of 18V Bosch cordless tools and its the most sensible option to buy it with that it mind.

Disappointingly for such a lightweight unit there’s no mounting point for hanging it on a wall so you’ll have to attach a length of string or mount a hook to hang it up.

Bosch ALB 18LI: Performance

The Bosch ALB 18LI is a joy to use simply because it is so lightweight and its low power output doesn’t push your hand around too much. The simple on/off trigger also makes it easy to manoeuvre the blower round the garden without blowing everything else around you.

The 10-minute battery life is a bit of a limitation, especially with the long charge time, but the battery doesn’t leak charge over time. So as long as you’re sure to charge it after each time you use it, it should be ready to go straight off the bat.

All this adds up to make this a convenient tool that’s great for the occasional garden or yard cleaning job. In fact its low power output makes it suitable for certain indoor applications, like dusting book shelves or curtains, as well as blasting away the cobwebs from your shed or garage.

However, there’s no denying the overall output is weak. We tested with wet leaves on a wet lawn and the effective range was limited to just 4.5ft, which compares to around 7ft for more powerful mains powered units. Moreover, this range is only achieved with multiple passes over the given area, as the narrow nozzle outlet tends to shoot air straight under thicker piles of leaves requiring an up and down action to shift the lot.

As a result, clearing the 3kg (one big garden bag full) of wet leaves from our 40m2 test patch of lawn took quite some time, particularly once the leaves started to pile up. In fact it got to the point of being quite frustrating, having to continually go over the same patch. With a more realistic, thinner sprinkling of leaves it would cope better, but for any remotely heavy duty work it does struggle.

One key advantage of the ALB 18 LI’s low power output is a lower noise level. We measured it at just 70dB, which compares to nearer 85dB for high-power models.

Should I buy the Bosch ALB 18LI?

In some respects the Bosch ALB 18LI does fall fundamentally short of being a competent leaf blower; it’s not powerful enough to make a quick and easy job of clearing a large volumes of leaves from a lawn. Certainly if you’ve got anything more than one mid-size tree in your garden it will take far too long to be practical, especially if the leaves and ground have become wet.

However, as something of a general purpose blower tool it is more useful. For blasting away dust and leaves from your patio, clearing out the cobwebs from your shed, doing the odd bit of dusting and of course clearing smaller patches of leaves from your lawn it is more than up to the task. What’s more, its compact, lightweight form makes it really easy to handle and its battery operation means you don’t have to faff about with cables or petrol to get the thing going.

If you’re buying the ALB 18 LI standalone its £85-£90 price is a little steep for its limitations, but if you’re intent on getting other Bosch 18V tools or you already have some and only need to pay the ~£60 required for the blower on its own then it’s a sound investment.

Verdict

A useful blower for small jobs around the house and garden, just don't expect it to shift industrial loads of wet leaves from your lawn.

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Stihl BGA 85 Review

What is the Stihl BGA85?

With a very powerful output, cordless battery operation and variable speed, the Stihl BGA85 is among the most high-spec leaf blowers you can currently buy. This does inevitably come at a premium, but if you simply want the best then this is the blower for you. Read on to find out why.

Stihl BGA85 – Design and Features

The first notable thing about the Stihl BGA85 is that it’s battery powered. Stihl only claims a battery life of 23 minutes so professionals and those with particularly large gardens/orchards will still be better off with a mains or petrol powered unit, but with the power this thing possesses 23 minutes is still a lot of leaf clearing potential. Plus, by charging a spare battery while you use the first you can at least double the practical usage time.

What really marks this leaf blower out, though, is that its battery powered portability doesn’t come at the expensive of power. This thing still has a whopping 650 m3/h sustained air throughput (845 m3/h max) with an air speed of 46m/s, which is on par with mains and even petrol powered models.

Making this model even more versatile is that the massive power output is variable, with an analogue trigger used to vary the speed. It’s not a token level of variance either, rising right the way from nothing through to full blast – some models offer variable speeds but don’t drop all the way down or offer full linear control.

The controls are also expertly designed, making this one-handed device effortless to operate. The trigger sits on the underside of the handle where it’s easy to reach with your first couple of fingers and its action is gentle enough to not make it tiring to keep held down.

Meanwhile on the top edge is a stiff sliding lock switch to keep kids from easily operating the device and a safety button that needs to be pressed down to activate the trigger. The latter is again effortless to use as it simply gets pressed in naturally as you grip the handle.

You get two types of nozzle included with the Stihl BGA85, with one having a straight-cut circular end and the other having a flattened and upward curving design. The latter is the default one for leaf blowing, where you want a wide and as horizontal a jet as possible, while the former gives a more direct powerful blast. Switching between nozzles is a bit awkward as you have to twist them to unlock them and they are a bit stiff.

The unit itself may be portable but it is large, weighing in at 3.2kg and measuring 100 x 30 x 15cm with the nozzle attached, and its length only drops to 80cm with no nozzle attached. For a single purpose device – i.e. one that isn’t also a garden vacuum – this is quite a lot of bulk. However, it largely carries itself well. A notch on the bottom edge allows for easy hanging up, the lack of a cord makes it easy to put away and the positioning of the handle and controls makes it very easy to handle.

The battery pack is a massive 36V, 178Wh unit that weighs 1.7kg! It slides into a recess at the back where it acts as the counterbalance for the rest of the blower, all of which sits in front of the handle. Sadly, no battery is included with the BGA85 and nor is a charger, making the total cost of getting a basic blower/battery/charger setup a whopping £475, going by Stihl’s MSRP. At least the battery and charger are compatible with other Stihl products.

Stihl BGA 85 – Performance

The BGA85 is quite simply a joy to use. The convenience of its battery power means that, assuming it has some charge left, you can simply pick up the device and go. There are no cables to plug in, petrol tanks to fill, collection bags to attach or hoses to rearrange (unlike with multi-purpose devices). You just press the trigger and go.

The balance and poise of the unit is also quite superb. It could perhaps do with a second handle to take the strain when at full power but for the sort of sub-half hour jobs it’s designed for it’s superb.

The sheer power on offer is also impressive. Clearing our 40m2 test lawn of its 3kg of damp leaves took just a handful of minutes and it had no problems digging out stubborn leaves stuck in the grass. We measured its effective clearing range as up to 6.5ft, which may not sound much but when you’re dealing with a volume of heavy, wet leaves it is a very good mark that again puts it on par with mains powered machines.

This brute force can also be controlled very easily with that trigger, making it really easy to not only stop and start as you manoeuvre around your garden but also makes this suitable for use round more delicate vegetation and potentially even for indoor dusting – there are few easier ways to dust a book shelf or clear your garage of saw dust and cobwebs.

Inevitably this is a noisy machine but with a peak noise level measured at 82dB (measured at head height, holding the tool in normal position to the side) it’s among the quieter models of its level of power, with some other models reaching 85dB. Being electric it is of course quieter than petrol models too. At an approximate minimum speed (it’s difficult to hold the trigger at exactly its minimum point consistently) we measured the sound level had dropped to just 60dB, so you can easily do lighter tasks without disturbing the neighbours too much.

Should I buy the Stihl BGA85?

The Stihl BGA85 is quite simply the finest handheld leaf blower we’ve ever used. Its combination of sheer power, with accurate controls and battery power portability makes it utterly effortless to use. Its battery life doesn’t quite make it suitable for really big gardens without either investing in multiple batteries or being willing to wait half an hour between sessions. But the power it offers means you can get a hell of a lot done in those 23 minutes.

The only downsides are that it is quite bulky and very expensive for a single use tool. Weaker battery powered units are much more compact and lightweight while Stihl’s own mains powered combined leaf blower/garden vacuum is nearly half the price of the BGA85. Other battery powered models do also come at a premium but the BGA 85 is still around twice the price of most competitors. This is a premium product and you really do pay for it.

Verdict

If you’re simply after the ultimate handheld leaf blower then this is the one to get. It’s powerful, versatile and effortless to use. However, it is quite large and very expensive for a device that’ll still require you to bag the leaves up manually.

Stihl doesn’t stock its products in the big-name DIY/garden centres but rather works with specialist retailers. For a full list of UK dealers head to the Stihl website.

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Bosch ALS 2500 Review

What is the Bosch ALS 2500?

The Bosch ALS 2500 is a mains powered combined leaf blower, garden vacuum and shredder. It performs all these duties yet comes in at under £70, making it a versatile and low cost option for all your garden cleaning needs. It also offers variable speed further increasing the jobs it's suitable for.

Bosch ALS 2500 – Design and Features

The ALS 2500 is based on the tube-swapping design of multi-purpose blower/vacuum tools. A single central section houses the motor and controls with different configurations of tubes and bags then used to either blow air out or suck it in. This is as opposed to the all-in-one designs that just require a switch to alternate functions.

In its blower configuration a grille covers the larger intake hole and a tube goes on the narrower outlet hole. Meanwhile for a vacuuming configuration the collection bag goes on the output section and a larger tube goes on the intake hole. Garden waste is then sucked in and passes straight through the fan, where it’s shredded by the blades before being blown into the collection bag.

In this regard the ALS 2500 is – like all such multi-purpose garden vacs – an inherently slightly cumbersome tool. You’ve got a lot of tubes and other accessories to store and keep track of, and this is only exacerbated by the fact that this is a mains powered unit so you’ve also got a long power cable to contend with. That’s just a fact of these types of tools.

Looking in more detail at the ALS 2500’s design, in blower form it measures 90 x 30 x 20 cm, making it relatively compact. Remove its blower nozzle and this reduces right down to 45 cm long, making it making it easy to store. Of course you still have all the other accessories to store but at least the main body isn’t too big.

The full list of accessories consists of the intake cover, the blower nozzle, the collection bag, a two section vacuum tube and a shoulder strap. Thanks to the vacuum tube being in two sections none of the parts are longer than 52cm, which again makes storage a little easier.

Weighing 3.2kg, it’s a little lighter than some competitors but build quality seems not to have suffered because of this – it feels sturdy and more than capable of surviving a life in the wild.

In terms of specific features, the ALS 2500’s standout is its variable speed. A dial on the top edge of the handle can be used to bring the tool’s speed down to about half its maximum 2500W output. It’s a shame it can’t be reduced right down for use in more delicate situations but it does at least give a little bit more control.

The main power switch is of the sliding type and it sits underneath the handle. We found it awkward to use as it’s impossible to reach with the hand you’re using to manoeuvre the device, so you have to turn it on and off with the other hand. This isn’t exactly conducive to finer operation where you may have to turn it on and off often.

The mains cable is a plentiful 8m long, though, and is coloured red to make it a bit easier to see in amongst the mud and grass.

The outlet of the unit uses a simple push button release system which makes swapping the blower nozzle and collection bag quick and easy. The intake side, though, uses a slightly more cumbersome twist on then clasp lock system. It’s not difficult per se but certainly not all that slick either.

Bosch ALS 2500 – Blower performance

We found the balance of the machine when in blower mode was not very good. A strap is included to take the weight of the unit but we found this would either slip off our shoulder and then get sucked into the intake or if worn across the body it would limit manoeuvrability. Without it the unit is a little too front-heavy to be comfortable, especially given the power it outputs. A two handle design would be much more secure and manoeuvrable.

When combined with the difficult to reach power switch it makes general operation a little cumbersome. The two handed Stihl BGA 85 is far easier to wield.

Only one blower nozzle is included and it’s of the squashed and bent variety, with the opening wider than it is tall and bent upwards slightly to provide a better angle when the blower is held in its downward position.

The output from the machine is very powerful but that small outlet means the jet of air can sometimes shoot straight under or through larger piles of leaves. This means you require more passes to get the lot shifted. It’s not as bad as on the weaker and even smaller Bosch ALB 18 LI but it definitely trails units with wider outlet nozzles.

As for the variable speed, it’s a useful addition as it allows you to run at a lower speed for less demanding jobs. However, the control is not very fine and you can’t drop it low enough to be useful for use round delicate vegetation or for, say, blasting away the cobwebs in your garage - it would take everything on the shelves with it.

In our tests with 3kg of wet leaves on a wet 40m2 lawn we had the lot piled up in around five minutes and we measured its range at between 6 and 7.5ft depending on what speed it was running at. This compares well to other mains powered blowers, though again it required a few more passes to clear this area. The range would increase in dry conditions but our damp test makes for a good worst case scenario.

Testament to the limited effect of the variable speed is just how little the volume drops. We measure the ALS 2500 in blower mode at 85dB and it only dropped to 84dB in low speed mode.

Bosch ALS 2500 – Vacuum Performance

Switching to vacuum mode does take a bit of effort but no more so than any other multi-function tool of its type. The only slight stumbling block is taking apart the vacuum tube when you’re done – it requires quite a lot of brute force.

One thing we do like here is the way the collection bag clips securely onto the underside of the vacuum tube, providing a convenient place for it to hang. The zip for unloading the bag then also sits at the back edge so it’s easy to empty without having to move the bag around.

The much maligned power switch also falls into a slightly easier to reach position in this configuration too, making it just possible to operate it with the one hand. Meanwhile the strap also comes in much more useful here. It takes the weight of the device and its limiting of movement isn’t so much of an issue when vacuuming. There’s also a second handle on the vacuum tube which makes manoeuvring even easier.

As to actual vacuuming performance, it was very impressive, guzzling up our 3kg of leaves quickly and easily, and in one bag full. The tough-looking fan blades do an excellent job of shredding the leaves into roughly 2cm size pieces, making the output ideal for either leaf mould or composting.

Also note this machine can't be used to vacuum up not shreddable waste such as litter. Some alternatives offer this ability as a third function.

Should I buy the Bosch ALS 2500?

The Bosch ALS 2500 is a perfectly competent, well built garden tool. Its powerful output makes light work of all blowing and sucking duties and its variable speed provides a degree of extra control. It most definitely does the job.

However, we do have a few ergonomics complaints. The main power switch is awkward to reach when in blower mode and the lack of a second handle also makes it a bit of a strain too. The variable speed is also more of a token gesture, though is still a welcome addition.

All this and we’re still not convinced there is any particular advantage to this style of multi-purpose vac/blower. All the changing of tubes – and finding somewhere to store them – is far more hassle than the all-in-one devices that just change functions with the flick of a switch. Sure the latter are bigger overall but they’re just one device.

Verdict

The Bosch ALS 2500 gets the job done but doesn’t quite excel in any one area and is let down by slightly below par ergonomics. It’s a solid, low cost option but not one that sets itself apart.

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Best Coffee Machine: The best espresso and coffee pod machines

There is a huge choice of coffee machine systems and brands now. Our best coffee machine round-up picks out some of the the best espresso machines, best pod coffee machines and best bean-to-cup coffee machines to help you choose.

We regularly review machines of all types, so check back for regular updates to this feature as we review more. Leave a comment if you'd like a particular machine tested and we'll do our best to do so.

Hit the next arrow to start the list, or select a machine from the list below:

• Dualit Espress-Auto 3-in-1 – Hybrid Espresso Machine NEW ENTRY
  


• Nescafe Dulce Gusto Piccolo – Dolce Gusto Pod Machine NEW ENTRY
  


• Nescafe Dulce Gusto Melody 3 – Dolce Gusto Pod Machine NEW ENTRY
  


• Krups Dolce Gusto Oblo – Dolce Gusto Pod Machine


• Nespresso Lattissima Pro by DeLonghi – Nespresso Pod Machine
  


• Nespresso Lattissima EN520 by DeLonghi – Nespresso Pod Machine


• Nespresso Inissia by Magimix – Nespresso Pod Machine
  


• Philips Saeco Intelia Focus HD8751 – Bean-to-Cup Machine


• DeLonghi Eletta Cappuccino Top – Bean-to-Cup Machine


• Krups XP5210 Espresso Coffee Machine – Espresso Machine


• DeLonghi Dedica – Espresso Machine


• DeLonghi Distinta ICMI 211 – Filter Coffee Machine

Last Update on 02/01/14: Three new machines added.

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Pod Coffee Machines

These use branded 'pods' to produce coffee and often numerous other hot drinks. There are several brands of pods, such as Nespresso, Dulce Gusto and Tassimo, with different companies supporting different systems. The main pros of pod coffee machines are ease of use, consistency and convenience; the con is the higher cost from having to buy the proprietary pods.

Bean-to-Cup Machines

The clue is in the name – these machines grind fresh beans to produce coffee straight to your cup. They're the 'purest' type of coffee machine, but they're also the most expensive and often the largest. If you're very particular about your coffee, however, a bean-to-cup coffee machine is a good bet.

Traditional Espresso Machines

If you like using ground coffee, a traditional espresso machine is ideal. These are like the huge, old-school coffee machines you used to find in coffee shops, but much smaller. They're harder to use than pod coffee machines and bean-to-cup machines, but they're generally cheaper, give you lots of control and the good ones produce great-tasting coffee.

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Multiple Galaxy S6 designs still being considered

With the Samsung Galaxy S6 widely expected to be unveiled in early March, latest reports have suggested the manufacturer is still deciding between a number of potential designs.

According to claimed Samsung insiders, a range of Galaxy S6 designs are still being tested, including edge and dual-edge encompassing display offerings.

Having been the subject of multiple leaks and rumours in recent weeks, the Galaxy S6 – codenamed Project Zero given its standing as a substantial refresh – is widely expected to launch around MWC 2015 with an all new, metal framed finish.

“Project Zero is indeed a real thing,” an unnamed Samsung employee is quoted by SamMobile as stated.

They reportedly added: “I’ve also seen two different GS6 Edge variants, one with the normal Youm display on the Edge, and one with dual curved edges.

“However, when I went to my orientation, a few weeks before the S5 came out I got to physically see the 5.2 inch version. Samsung prototypes a lot and things change extremely rapidly.”

Although the insider has failed to offer any detailed insight into the phone’s finalised specs sheet, they have suggested the handset is benchmarking with only marginally better performance than its predecessor, the Galaxy S5.

“As far as performance, benchmarks are noticeably higher but not by earth shattering amounts,” they stated. “Overall device responsiveness is vastly improved, and memory consumption is way down.”

They added: “[It’s] not just specs Samsung is focusing on this time around. I’ve heard lots of rumblings about crazy new designs (and I’m not just talking Galaxy Alpha ‘redesigns’ either.)”

Related: Samsung Galaxy Note 5 release date

While we must stress that these questionable claims be taken with a considerable pinch of salt, reports of a reworked design have long been linked with the S6.

As well as an all-new look, past reports have claimed the Galaxy S6 will follow the Galaxy Note 4 in adopting a 2560 x 1440 pixel QHD display and an improved, optical-image-stabilised camera.

Power will also be improved, with the S6 expected to be one of the first handsets to come running Qualcomm’s new 64-bit Snapdragon 810 processor.

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January Sales 2015: Best January tech and home deals in Winter sales

Christmas is over but it's not all bad. The January sales have already kicked off and there are few better periods of the year to spend your end-of-year bonuses than now. We'll be updating this page with the freshest, juiciest deals on the web, so keep checking back and have your bank card at the ready.

Amazon January Sale

Amazon's deals page includes time limited and non-time limited offers. Here are a handful that have grabbed our attention.

Asus MeMO Pad 7 (ME176CX) for £79: This good £120 Android tablet has just become even more attractive. Having originally retailed for around £150, it's not down to just £80. Click here for the deal.

Jolla Phone (SIM-free) for £199.99: Jolla made a few splashes with its unusual smartphone through 2014, and while it's by no means perfect, it's got heaps of potential. Sailfish OS is starkly different to anything we've come across before and the customisable rear is an interesting offering. Click here for the deal.

Kindle Fire HDX 7 from £99: It's small, easy-to-use and its excellent screen and speakers make it great for entertainment. It's a bargain for £100. Click here for the deal.

Apple iPad mini 2 with Retina display for £219.50: It's by no means the freshest gadget in Apple's line-up but the iPad mini 2 is still an excellent little tablet. As we sadly all know, even small price reductions on Apple products are worth shouting about, but this is very good deal. Click here for the deal.

Today's Best Lightning Deals

Here are the best of Amazon's Lightning Deals (so-called bacause they expire within hours):

• 4.50pm: Belkin N300 Universal Wi-Fi range extender


• 6pm: Epson EH-TW5100 Full HD 1080p 3D home cinema and gaming projector


• 6pm: Denon DHTS514 2-Way soundbar system with wireless subwoofer


• 6pm: Orbitsound M12 wireless 300W soundbar with subwoofer


• 6pm: SEIKI 50-inch 4K LED TV with Freeview


• 7pm: Netgear PTV3000 Push2TV wireless display adapter

We'll update with more tomorrow.

Currys & PC World Sale

The Currys and PC World sales are in full swing and there are plenty of lip-smackingly good deals available. Here are some of the best.

Samsung Galaxy NotePRO 12.2 for £324: This is the lowest price we can find for Samsung's massive 12-inch tablet. It would have cost twice as much when it first came out. A good tablet if you love drawing as it's big and comes with Samsung's digitizer stylus. Click here for the deal.

Dyson DC41 Animal Mk2 (2015) for £319: The next best price we've seen is £329 on John Lewis and most sell it for £349. The best thing about this deal, however, is the DC41 Animal 2015 won Best Vacuum Cleaner in the 2014 TrustedReviews Awards. It's a terrific price for a great vacuum cleaner. Click here for the deal.

8GB Apple MacBook Air 13-inch for £849: Currys is also selling the base spec 13-inch MacBook Air but with 8GB RAM, which is effectively a RAM upgrade for free over the standard 4GB version. That's a saving of £80. Click here for the deal.

Epson Expression Premium XP-625 all-in-one wireless InkJet for £89.99: Buy an InkJet and... get a free night at a 4* hotel. This isn't just about gimmicks, though. Offering speeds of up to 32ppm, as well as duplex printing and wireless connectivity, the Epson could be a good addition to your home office. Click here for the deal.

DeLonghi Magnifica S ECAM 22.360.S bean to cup coffee machine for £349: Plenty of us are going to need help getting over the January blues, and there's few better things to get a kick up the backside from than a coffee machine. It makes espressos, cappuccinos and lattes, and has a 1.8l capacity and a really handy digital display. Originally up for £749.99, it's now available for far less than half price. Click here for the deal.

eBay Sale

eBay has a sales page that pulls in deals and special seller offers. It's a good place to keep an eye on, as we've seen some decent deals already.

Sony PS4 for £299 - We've seen similar deals elsewhere, but they come and go quickly. Argos on eBay has this deal currently, so get it while it’s hot. Click here for the deal.

Monster Beats by Dr Dre in-ear headphones for £24.99: At the time of writing, this offer has attracted over 17,000 buyers. Pick up a pair while stocks last, because it won't be long. Click here for the deal.

eBuyer Sale

We like the look of some of eBuyer's Daily Deals, but the pick of the bunch is the excellent LG G3 for just £299. Click here for the deal and keep checking back to see what else is on offer, because the page will constantly refresh itself.

John Lewis Sale

John Lewis may have blown people away with its 'Monty The Penguin' ad but its deals haven't quite hit the spot, apart from a small one. It's selling the Logitech PowerShell iPhone Gaming Controller for just £4.95. We didn't think much of it when we reviewed it, but back then it cost £100 or so. Click here for the deal.

Argos Sale

Argos is usually a good place for deal-hunting and it has a dedicated sales page . It's flogging both the Xbox One and PS4 at £299, while you can pick up the Nintendo Wii U Basic for just £144.99. Click here for the deal.

If you plan on driving a lot more and getting lost a little less in 2015, the £79.99 TomTom Start 20 (reduced from £199.99) is an excellent little car accessory. Click here for the deal.

Tesco Direct Sale

Tesco has deals on pretty much anything in its The Big Sale section, though that's not to say everything is a bona fide bargain. We've spotted a couple of decent-ish deals so far, including the first-gen iPad mini for £169 - a £30 saving on the Apple price (click here for the deal) - and the Samsung Galaxy Alpha for £399. Click here for the deal.

Vodafone Sale

Vodafone's SIM-only deals are worth taking a look at, as it has cut the prices on its Red Plan SIMs , all but one of which includes free Spotify, Now TV, Netflix or Sky Sports Mobile for six to 12 months - you choose which you want.

It’s also selling two of the hottest flagship smartphones out there for a drastically cut price. The Samsung Galaxy S5 is available for £279 here and the HTC One M8 can be picked up for £289 here.

Best Gaming Deals

If you're more interested in deals on games and new consoles, we have you covered. Head to our Best Console Deals for great deals on the Xbox One, PS4 and more. For PC fans, head to our Steam Winter Sale round-up.

Spotted an awesome deal? Please leave a comment below to share it with the team. If we like it, we'll add it to the list.

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HTC boss promises a year of ‘huge surprises’

by Luke Johnson 02 January 2015 |

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HTC has promised a year of ‘huge surprises’ as the manufacturer is again rumoured to be working on its first wearable device.

With HTC expected to unveil new, camera-centric Desire smartphones at next week’s CES 2015 gathering, the company’s Senior Global Online Communications Manager Jeff Gordon has promised an exciting, and potentially innovative year, from the Taiwanese firm.

“I’m overwhelmingly excited for #TeamHTC in 2015! I can’t wait to show you what we’ve been working on,” Gordon announced via his official Twitter feed.

Teasing the company’s upcoming devices he added: “HTC’s 2015 roadmap will be our best ever – with some huge surprises that will blow you away.”

While new Desire handsets are all but certain to make an appearance at the Las Vegas-based show, speculation still surrounds the potential introduction of the first HTC smartwatch.

Having previously confirmed plans to launch a wearable device, HTC has since gone back and forth on its promise to debut a Moto 360 and Apple Watch rival.

Although the company has yet to shed any official light on the matter, recent reports have suggested the HTC smartwatch will make its first officially appearance during CES.

Related: HTC Desire Eye review

While 2015 is set to be a year of surprises for HTC, the manufacturer has already shocked a few with its recent introduction of the HTC RE.

A compact, GoPro-rivalling camera, the periscope-themed RE was launched in late 2014.

Back to the coming year and while surprises are promised, it’s the familiar that is getting the rumour mill churning.

The HTC One M9 is widely expected to be introduced in late March, with the HTC One M8 follow-on tipped to pack everything from a 64-bit Snapdragon 810 processor to a 20.7-megapixel rear and 13-megapixel front-facing camera collection.

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LG G Flex 2 leaks ahead of CES 2015 unveiling

by Luke Johnson 02 January 2015 |

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With CES 2015 now just a matter of days away, latest reports have suggested the Las Vegas-based show will see the LG G Flex 2 enter the realms of reality.

With the original LG G Flex having touched down back in 2013, it appears that LG is finally set for its long awaited to return to the bendable phone game.

Although a full G Flex 2 specs sheet is still missing, the latest reports – which have surfaced courtesy of Korean website Naver – have suggested the innovative handset will pack Qualcomm’s latest 64-bit Snapdragon 810 processor.

If this wasn’t enough to whet your appetite, high speed LTE-A connectivity with tri-band carrier aggregation is also expected to feature on the flexible device.

While the original G Flex featured a 6-inch, Plastic OLED display with a 720p resolution, it has been claimed the G Flex 2 will drop to an LG G3 echoing 5.5-inch form factor and an improved 1080p, Full HD resolution.

Related: Samsung Galaxy Round review

Featuring a slightly curved body, the LG G Flex was capable of bending a few centimetres when put under pressure.

With LG having previously revealed its work with Plastic OLED panels will yield fully bendable handsets in 2015 and foldable smartphones come 2017, we expect the G Flex 2 to feature far more flex than its predecessor.

As well as a flexible display, the G Flex was famed for its scratch repairing, self healing rear, a feature expected to be carried across to the new device.

LG’s CES press conference will be held next Monday, January 5, and TrustedReviews will be on hand to bring you all the latest from the Korean manufacturer.

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US music download sales dropped dramatically in 2014

by Jon Mundy 02 January 2015 |

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Newly released statistics have revealed that music downloads in the US dropped dramatically in 2014.

While 2014 might, for some, go down as the year major pop artist Taylor Swift struck a damaging blow against music subscription services, the facts appear to tell a different story.

According to Nielsen SoundScan, US sales of downloaded albums dropped 9 percent in 2014, while sales of individual downloaded tracks dropped 12 percent.

It's not difficult to see where those listeners have gone. Use of streaming services like Spotify rose to 164 billion songs, which represents massive growth of 54 percent over 2013.

This has been augmented by a 52 percent growth in vinyl sales, though at 9.2 million records, it's not much of a contributing factor overall.

As the Wall Street Journal reports, though, the massive growth in music streaming subscription services hasn't meant a growth in music consumption overall.

Standard industry practice counts 1,500 song streams or 10 individual song downloads as an album sale. By that metric, music consumption hasn't changed significantly from 2013 to 2014.

Read More: Best Music Streaming Service

In other words, people may prefer the current unlimited streaming model to the MP3 purchases of yesteryear, but the added convenience and accessability is not growing the industry as many would have hoped. At least, not in the biggest market for such things.

These figures only relate to the US, so a complete global picture can't be drawn here. Still, it's a useful insight into the troubles faced by the wider music industry.

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Montblanc e-Strap will turn your watch into a smartwatch

Traditional watchmaker Montblanc has announced a new strap that promises to turn any old watch into a smartwatch.

With the Apple Watch on the horizon and Android Wear hardware surely set to improve in 2015, traditional watchmakers face a difficult year.

One of those classic timepiece creators, Montblanc, has kicked off the new year with an interesting workaround.

Rather than throwing its hat into the hazardous smartwatch ring, reports A Blog to Watch (via TechCrunch), the company has revealed the e-Strap. Sitting on the inside of your wrist, opposite the watch face itself, the e-Strap will serve you with the basic smartphone notifications you've come to expect from early smartwatch devices.

This compact second screen features a 0.9-inch monochrome OLED touchscreen display with a modest 128 x 36 resolution. As that suggests, it will handle only basic notifications for calls, texts, e-mails, reminders, social media updates, and the like. It'll also feature an activity tracker, which will feed into an accompanying iOS and Android app.

While the e-Strap has been announced as part of the Montblanc Timewalker Urban Speed collection, its true value could be in its stand-alone nature.

You'll be able to purchase the e-Strap separately and add it to your existing watch, instantly turning it into a smartwatch.

Read More: Apple Watch vs Android Wear

One possible drawback could be the cost. At £250, the Montblanc e-Strap will be more expensive than the likes of the LG G Watch R and the Moto 360, which are more advanced and complete smartwatch devices.

Of course, said devices aren't made from "diamond-like carbon," and their straps aren't made from Florentine leather.

There's no news on when the Montblanc e-Strap will hit shops, but we'll keep you posted.

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Sony Xperia E3 Phone Review

What is the Sony Xperia E3?

The Sony Xperia E3 is a budget phone with 4G that patches up some of the issues we had with the Sony Xperia E1. It’s better-made, is faster and feels like less of a ‘cheap’ phone all-round.

However, it still struggles to offer good value for money compared with the phones we’ve looked at over the past twelve months thanks to its limited screen.

SEE ALSO: Best Phones Round-up

Sony Xperia E3 – Design

Sony has clearly tried to address core issues of the Sony Xperia E1 with the Xperia E3. It feels a lot more solid, solving some of the basic build complaints we had about the E1.

It does its best to seem like a unibody phone while still having a removable plastic rear. How? The sides of the phone are not part of the cover, and are very hard given they’re made of plastic. It helps the Xperia E3 feel far better-made than the Xperia E1.

However, the design isn’t quite a smash. The issue: the Sony Xperia E3 js pretty large for something with a 4.5-inch screen – it’s almost as wide as the 5-inch Moto G 2014 despite having a much smaller display.

Aside from saving a bit of cash, ending up with a smaller phone is the obvious reason to buy one with a smaller screen, and that whole side of the equation is nixed here. Handling is still fairly good thanks to the curved edges and soft-touch finish, but if you’re after a phone for a young person, or just one with teeny hands, the first-generation Moto G or Moto E might be a better choice.

For most it’s more about comfort and feel than a practical concern, though, as Sony’s usual Omnibalance-style design puts all the right buttons in the right places – as long as you hold your phone in your right hand, that is. Unlike the higher-end Xperias, the power button isn’t slap bang in the middle of the Xperia E3’s side, but it’s near the middle, has very clear contouring, and sits next to the volume rocker.

It’s in the perfect position for those 3995 times we quickly check our phones every day.

There are other elements of the hardware that show a set of slightly skewed priorities, though. First, it the Xperia E3 has NFC. This is something that is generally missing from entry-level phones, an obvious victim of cost-cutting measures.

That’s well and good, but when the phone also has just 4GB storage we have to wonder whether Sony has really made enough of the right choices. The Moto G, the EE Kestrel, the Honor 3C and Hisense Sero 5 – all similar-price phones – have 8GB storage, conscious that it gives you a much nicer buffer to work with.

The Sony Xperia E3’s 4GB only leaves you with around 1.2GB to actually use. There is a microSD slot, too, but having a bigger buffer is handy when you’re dealing with games that require a big initial download. We'd rather have more memory than NFC.

Sony Xperia E3 – Screen

Screen quality is perhaps the most serious issue with the Sony Xperia E3 hardware. It has a 4.5-inch 480 x 854-pixel IPS screen, offering fairly poor resolution next to most of our favourite phones around £100. At this price the Moto G isn’t quite a fair comparison, as the 4G version costs a fair bit more (£30), but the EE Kestrel offers greater 540 x 960-pixel resolution for £10 less.

Not having that extra resolution bump has held back Sony’s budget phones over the last 18 months, and it continues to do so. Everything just doesn’t have the sharpness and clarity that we have come to expect, and it affects every part of the phone. Browsing, gaming, video-watching – everything but the most basic of phone tasks makes the low screen resolution quite obvious.

However, we're glad to report that the Xperia E3 is otherwise a big image quality improvement over the Xperia E1. Viewing angles, contrast and colour reproduction have all been jacked-up, suggesting that Sony has changed the quality of panel that goes into its budget phones. Or just lucked-out.

Colours are now fairly vivid, with a striking character that’s comparable with that of the Xperia Z3. Images look nice and rich, showing off the colourful style of the Sony custom interface.

Unfortunately it’s not enough to make us forgive the resolution issue. And it’s still far from perfect, with much greater brightness loss at an angle than you’d see in a higher-end phone.

The Sony Xperia E3 doesn’t use Gorilla Glass either – a toughened glass layer used in many phones as a protective top surface. It does use tempered glass, but clearly isn’t as tough as Gorilla Glass as you can very easily cause screen distortion with fairly light finger pressure.

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Palm brand to return from the dead wearing Android colours?

by Chris Smith 01 January 2015 |

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Palm, the new defunct mobile brand of yesteryear, could be able to make a comeback in the form of an Android phone from Alcatel.

The firm was purchased by HP only to be retired in 2011 and now the computing giant has apparently sold the trademark to a shall company owned by mobile manufacturer Alcatel’s Nicolas Zibell.

However, the clues don’t end there, according to the sleuths at WebOS nation. The Palm.com website is now redirecting to another site called mynewpalm.com.

That page features the words ‘smart move’ which also happens to be Alcatel’s slogan, alongside the words ‘coming soon’

Given the Palm-built WebOS software was sold off to LG, which is now using it to power Smart TVs, it’s unlikely any new Palm models will be running that software. It seems any rebirth of the Palm brand will be on devices running the Android operating system.

As The Verge points out, introducing the well-known Palm name on phones in Europe and the US may help Alcatel improve its presence outside of the far east.

Read more: CES 2015: What to expect

Palm's last real shot at cracking the mobile market came at CES 2008 when the company unleashed the Palm Pre handset running the WebOS software impressed greatly. However, the device, hampered by a lack of third-party apps, failed to take off, as did subsequent models and an ill-fated TouchPad Tablet.

Will be perhaps see the first handset at the CES 2015 expo, which kicks off next week?

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Tizen OS to power all Samsung 2015 Smart TVs

by Chris Smith 01 January 2015 |

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Samsung has confirmed that all of its 2015 Smart TVs will be powered by the company’s own Tizen operating system.

In a post on its official Samsung Tomorrow blog, the company says the open-source software will enable “flexibility with even more content and devices while connecting users to a world of limitless entertainment possibilities.”

The televisions, which will presumably be on show at CES 2015, will feature a redesigned Smart Hub promising easy, one-screen access to all content.

Tizen televisions will now deploy Wi-Fi Direct tech, making it easier to share content to and from other devices with a single click.

As we reported late last month, the televisions will also boast the PlayStation Now app, allowing hundreds of PS3 games to be streamed to the television using the Dualshock 4 controller.

It’ll also feature the Dance Now game, which uses the Samsung smart remote or a Samsung mobile device in order to dance away in front of the television.



Read more: PlayStation 4 features we're still waiting for


Tizen was originally intended to give Samsung independence from Android on the smartphone front, but it has now gravitated to the company’s smart watches and televisions.

Samsung hasn’t announced the Tizen-powered televisions yet, but we’ll be on the stand at CES 2015 next week in order to check them out.

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