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• News@8pm: CoD: Black Ops priced at £7.99 and 3D phones
• Skype 5.0 Beta now available for Mac following PC arrival
• Gran Turismo 5 release date announced as November 30th
• Skyfire brings Flash to iPhone then swiftly takes it away
• Call of Duty: Black Ops is "best on Xbox 360"
• Apple iPhone 5 to feature NFC technology for data transfer?
• The Times' Eureka science magazine comes to iPad
• Call of Duty: Black Ops UK release price £7.99 at HMV
• Sharp Galapagos 3D Android handsets arriving in Japan
• Facebook Mobile event: Software updates explained
• Panasonic Lumix GF2 Micro Four Thirds camera unveiled
• News@10: Facebook mobile announcements and iPhone 5
• Samsung aims for 1m sales of the Galaxy Tab in 2010
• Kinect launches planned by UK stores
• Google breached UK data laws, says ICO
• Virgin Media announces 1TB 3D/HD TiVo box

News@8pm: CoD: Black Ops priced at £7.99 and 3D phones Posted: 04 Nov 2010 01:00 PM PDT Posted by T3 Online on Thu 4 Nov 2010 Welcome to your nightly round-up of the day's news and goings on courtesy of T3.com. Call of Duty: Black Ops is nearing on the horizon, and HMV has kicked off the expected price war by offering the new CoD for the humble price of £7.99. No doubt we can expect a reaction from the supermarkets in the next few days. In a comment that will be sure to cause debate between Xbox and PS3 gamers, an Xbox exec claimed that Call of Duty: Black Ops is best on the Xbox 360. We'll all find out on Tuesday 9th November when the game officially launches.     The Facebook Mobile event revealed software updates for Facebook Android and iPhone apps, which included ‘Single Sign-on’, ‘Location APIs’ and the ‘Deals Platform’. But there was no sign of a Facebook phone. Over in Japan, Sharp is set to launch its range of  Galapagos 3D Android handsets.That’s right, 3D phones. We'll keep you posted if there is any plans for the 3D smartphones to land on UK shores.   ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ App of the Day | CAMRA Good Beer Guide Britain has hundreds of awful pubs, avoid them forever more with CAMRA's handy ale guide for your mobile T3 App Chart | Top 10 iPhone Apps | CAMRA Good Beer Guide Review ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------     Flash compatibility on the iPhone landed and swiftly disappeared after the Skyfire app appeared sold out on the App Store. To think we thought it was just a bottomless pit of iPhone apps. In better App Store-related news, The Times' Eureka science magazine is heading to the iPad, joining the T3 iPad app magazine edition has one of the few UK publications to get the Apple tablet treatment.     A Gran Turismo 5 UK release date has finally been announced. After a series of delays, Sony has now revealed that the racing sim will hit stores November 30th. Something else in the gaming world will be on the streets before that though as we are now just days away from Microsoft Kinect hitting UK stores. Major retailers are already getting ready for the launch of Microsoft's motion-sensing peripheral, which launched in the US today. Check out our Xbox Kinect: Ultimate guide to find out all you need to know before it arrives on November 10th.    This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now

Skype 5.0 Beta now available for Mac following PC arrival Posted: 04 Nov 2010 10:17 AM PDT Posted by T3 Online on Thu 4 Nov 2010 Skype 5.0 for Mac has now opened up its beta period for all users. If you use Skype and you own a Mac then great news as the upcoming version 5.0 of the VoIP service is on its way with the beta edition made available for the Apple branded machines for the first time. Related links Skype on your iPod Touch Skype app 10 things you should know about Skype Apple Mac Pro 2010 review In mix fate offering, the Mac version of Skype 5.0 will bring some Apple exclusive improvements to the service whilst cutting out a number of features seen in the PC edition.   The biggest loss for Mac users is the ommison of being able to bring Facebook friends into a conversation, a feature that has proven popular with users of the Microsoft Skype 5.0 upgrade that came out last month.   Don’t fret though as there are plenty of improvements that include a total revamp, group video calling, offline instant messages, a new Mac-friendly user interface and full integration with user's Mac address books. Downloaded the Mac compatibly Skype 5.0 beta or an early adoptee of the PC friendly version? Share your thoughts and experiences with the VoIP beta with us via the T3 Twitter and Facebook pages.   This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now

Gran Turismo 5 release date announced as November 30th Posted: 04 Nov 2010 09:42 AM PDT Posted by Luke Johnson on Thu 4 Nov 2010 Gran Turismo 5 to race into US stores on November 30th Following repeated delay’s and countless backtracks, the elusive Gran Turismo 5 appears to finally have been given its official launch date as an official Sony website states the game will arrive on November 30th.   SonyStyle.com, a US based online store for all things Sony has made Gran Turismo 5 available for pre-order for stateside gamers with the game to be made available “on or about 11/30/2010”.   - Photos of Gran Turismo 5 in action: Click here Related links Gran Turismo 5 review: Hands-on Gran Turismo 5 demoed: Reader event with video 20 Games that changed it all With Gran Turismo creator Kazunori Yamauchi announcing earlier this week that the disks for upcoming addition to the GT franchise were now in production and rolling off the printing press, this November launch will confirm his claims and no doubt appease the many gamers who have waited up to five years for the title to arrive.   T3 last month showcased the upcoming Gran Turismo 5 at a reader event in Selfridges’ London Oxford Street store where eager gamers were able to play the long awaited, ultra realistic game in all of its 3D glory.   Stay tuned to T3.com and the T3 Twitter and Facebook feeds for all the latest on the Gran Turismo 5 launch date including confirmation of its UK arrival.   Via: CVG This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now

Skyfire brings Flash to iPhone then swiftly takes it away Posted: 04 Nov 2010 09:40 AM PDT Posted by T3 Online on Thu 4 Nov 2010 The Skyfire Flash app for the iPhone has been 'sold out' in the Apple app store. If you thought that the app store had a bottomless pit of apps, think again. Skyfire’s Flash enabling app for the Apple iPhone has already 'sold out' just hours after going on sale Wednesday afternoon. Related links iPhone gets Flash compatibility via Skyfire app Skyfire Mobile Browser app iPhone and iPad get Flash Best free iPhone apps An app being sold out is a concept we thought was not possible, however it is indeed currently unavailable after huge demand crashed the creator's servers. Jeffrey Glueck, Skyfire Chief Executive said “"Skyfire has historically generated high demand for its browser products but nothing like this. It was hard to predict consumer demand since this was our first paid app, but we were blown away by the demand and sales."   With the Skyfire app converting Flash videos into a HTML5 complicit codec via the Skyfire servers, the sheer number of purchases and requests overwhelmed the app developer's system, proving more than they could handle. For now it seems that they are regrouping and preparing themselves for a greater number when they start selling the app again. Did you manage to get your hands on a copy of the app before it sold out? Or were you one of the people about to buy it before the plug was pulled? Let us hear your thoughts on our Twitter and Facebook pages.   This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now

Call of Duty: Black Ops is "best on Xbox 360" Posted: 04 Nov 2010 08:46 AM PDT Posted by Luke Johnson on Thu 4 Nov 2010 Xbox proclaims self worth ahead of Call of Duty release With the price wars of the upcoming Call of Duty: Black Ops release kicking in to top gear today as HMV announced it was to offer the title for just £7.99, the battle of the brands is following suit with Microsoft claiming dominance of the much anticipated game.   Xbox’s Director of Entertainment and Marketing, Stephen McGill, whilst talking with MCV, boldly proclaimed that the Xbox 360 is the best console to play Call of Duty: Black Ops and “everyone knows” it.   Related links Microsoft Kinect review: First impressions Microsoft Kinect vs. PlayStation Move Exclusive: How does Microsoft Kinect work "Obviously everyone knows the best place to play Black Ops is on Xbox 360. But there are so many great games still to come out. For Q4 there hasn't been a better line-up for years." Probed McGill.   The unprompted attack on rivals Sony comes ahead of a big week for Xbox which, as well as targeting the largest game release of the year in CoD: Black Ops, will see the UK arrival of its well hyped motion gaming peripheral, Kinect. "With Kinect and Call of Duty it's an incredible week for retail; they are going to be so busy," said the Xbox head.   Many retailers are expected to open doors at midnight twice next week with large crowds of eager gamers and Christmas shoppers keen to get their hands on the latest addition to the Call of Duty franchise and one of the year’s must have festive gifts.   Supermarket chain Asda is one such retail giant that will be inviting gamers to queue for middle of the night store openings with more than 200 branches expected to invite gamers in for Black Ops and Kinect.   Call of Duty: Black Ops or Microsoft Kinect? Which gaming launch will have you queuing in the wee hours? Let us know via the T3 Twitter and Facebook feeds.   This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now

Apple iPhone 5 to feature NFC technology for data transfer? Posted: 04 Nov 2010 08:04 AM PDT Posted by Luke Johnson on Thu 4 Nov 2010 iPhone 5 rumour mill produces another gem With the white Apple iPhone 4 now all but sentenced to the realms of Neverland, focus has switched to the upcoming Apple iPhone 5 with latest rumours suggesting the expected handset will feature NFC technologies.   Near Field Communication has long been something Apple has been believed to be working on for its handsets with recent reports suggesting the short range wireless technology that allows multiple devices to communicate and transfer data between themselves.   Related links T3 App Chart | Best iPhone apps Apple iPhone 4: Ultimate Guide Apple iPhone 4 review Believed to be finding a home in the next rendition of Apple’s market leading smartphone, NFC technologies would allow users to transfer and store essential information from their Mac computers on their pocket blowers. When in close proximity to a universally compatible Mac, users would then be able to use the machine as if it were their own device with the iPhone stored data transferred to the setup.   Whilst this will not see the end of laptops, the NFC tech would allow users to store bookmarks, passwords and select documents on their handset like a digitally wireless USB drive.   What features would you like to see added to the mooted Apple iPhone 5? Let us know via the T3 Twitter and Facebook feeds.   Via: My Gadget News   This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now

The Times' Eureka science magazine comes to iPad Posted: 04 Nov 2010 06:51 AM PDT Posted by Chris Smith on Thu 4 Nov 2010 Another UK Mag joins T3 on the iPad The Times newspaper has built on its iPad portfolio by adding its monthly science supplement Eureka to the App Store.   The digital magazine, which is available separately from the £10-a-month The Times newspaper service, has been brought to life with exclusive video, audio, beautiful extended galleries as well as interactive elements and psychometric tests.   More from the T3 App Chart Best iPad apps Video: Inside the T3 iPad Edition Best apps: 50 Mobile apps to change your life Wired US for iPad review Our top rated iPhone apps “We’re incredibly proud of the Eureka app. When we were in the design process we didn’t want to create a purely functional app.   "Instead, what we wanted was an app that would wow, amaze and excite people, capturing the essence of Eureka in digital format,” said Robert de Souza, digital project manager at The Times.   The first issue, with a focus on science and sport, is available to download now for 59p. We'd hope that more issues follow shortly as it's good to see more magazines follow T3 on to the iPad.   Link: Eureka for iPad | TigerSpike     This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now

Call of Duty: Black Ops UK release price £7.99 at HMV Posted: 04 Nov 2010 05:04 AM PDT Posted by Luke Johnson on Thu 4 Nov 2010 Call of Duty: Black Ops price wars begin With the much anticipated launch of Call of Duty: Black Ops now just a few short days away, highstreet retailer HMV has upped the price wars anti by announcing it will be offering the mooted game of the year to wannabe owners for just £7.99.   Cutting a hefty £47 of the title’s official £54.99 RRP, the rock bottom HMV price is not without its catches as gamers looking to capitalise on the sub £10 offer will also have to hand over their copies of the recently released CoD competitor, EA’s Medal of Honor. Yesterday it emerged that Black Ops would face the censor's cutting room floor ahead of its rollout.   Related links Online gaming rules: The dos and don'ts CoD: Black Ops UK launch trailer HD release Best Gaming PCs Best Video Games 20 Games that changed it all Games console concepts we wish were real Accommodating all format gamers, both PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 editions of the game are being offered by HMV in the cut-price deal that will run from the games official UK launch on November 9th until the following Monday, November 15th.   Last year’s addition to the CoD franchise, Modern Warfare 2 saw fiercely competitive pricings across all retailers with supermarket chain Sainsbury’s offer the game for an opening day low of £26. So far the price wars surrounding Black Ops have been notably calmer.   Will you be attending one of the many midnight openings for Call of Duty: Black Ops when it is launched next week? Let us know via the T3 Twitter and Facebook feeds and stay tuned to T3.com for all the latest on the new CoD including pricing and launch night exclusives.   This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now

Sharp Galapagos 3D Android handsets arriving in Japan Posted: 04 Nov 2010 04:11 AM PDT Posted by T3 Online on Thu 4 Nov 2010 Sharp Galapagos handsets 003SH and 005SH will have 3D displays without the need for glasses. Sharp will be releasing two 3D Android handsets for Japan’s Softbank network this coming December and February. The Sharp Galapagos 003SH (December) and 005SH (February) will not require the use of glasses for the 3D effect. Related links Sharp 3D phone by end of 2010 3D mobiles are the future Ketai H001 3D phone launches in Japan Nintendo 3DS Review 3DS UK launch The Sharp Galapagos 003SH and 005SH will use the same autosteroscopic display system as the Nintendo 3DS. The touchscreen slate 003SH has a 9.6 megapixel camera with a 720p video, while The QWERTY-sliding 005SH only has an 8 megapixel camera, no word on the video capture. Both handsets are powered by a 1 GHz Snapdragon that runs Froyo as well as 3.8 inch 3D displays and 800 x 480 resolution.   Capcom is one of a few developers that already have a 3D content deal set up for the release of the phones. This includes games such as Mega Man, Resident Evil and Ghosts ‘n Goblins, which will be available on the handsets on release. If the launch goes well in Japan will there be 3D phones in the US and UK? We certainly hope so, the prospect sounds very intriguing. Let us know what you think about it via our Twitter or Facebook pages.   This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now

Facebook Mobile event: Software updates explained Posted: 04 Nov 2010 04:04 AM PDT Posted by Adam Bunker on Thu 4 Nov 2010 Facebook reveals its mobile cards, including updates to Android Last night’s Facebook mobile event left a lot of journalist cold as rumours that the company were due to launch a branded handset we quelled by CEO Mark Zuckerberg. That’s not to say, however, that the event was a washout, with Facebook revealing and cementing its plans for further mobile integration over the course of the next few years. The big announcements were threefold: ‘Single Sign-on’, ‘Location APIs’ and the ‘Deals Platform’. We've got a run down of what each actually means after the break: Related links Detectives given Facebook training Facebook phone rumours Facebook denies phone Facebook winners and loosers Tech Etiquette: Facebook               - Single Sign-on Similar to how Android Devices sync your calendars and contacts from Gmail, this is basically a system Facebook is setting into place so that you need only sign in to facebook once for your info to appear across calendars, apps and websites. - Location APIs Essentially: further integration for Places. Facebook’s APIs will allow app developers to capitalise on information about where you are and where you’ve been. This could be in the form of FourSquare-style offers or even games - it’s up to the developers, but the point is that it’ll now be easy to take that data and transfer it to other uses. - Deals Platform Bsically a more advanced advertising strategy, the Deals Platform will help those eking money from Facebook ads to do so more effectively thanks to increased location, likes, friends and personality data. Those are the major headlines, then, but what else? Zuckerberg did give Android lovers some good news, adding that the platform’s app is due for a much-needed update to stay in line with the more polished iPhone app. "Traditionally the Android app has always been a little bit behind," he conceded. "We didn't have a full team working on it, but now we're back on track." Lastly, Zuckerberg took a swipe at the iPad, declaring that it’s not portable. He said: “the iPad is not mobile… It’s a computer.” Disagree? Let us know on the T3 Twitter feed.   This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now

Panasonic Lumix GF2 Micro Four Thirds camera unveiled Posted: 04 Nov 2010 03:48 AM PDT Posted by Luke Johnson on Thu 4 Nov 2010 Panasonic make the DMC-GF2 official Panasonic has launched the world’s smallest a lightest Micro Four Thirds digital camera with an interchangeable lens system as the follow-up to the DMC-GF1, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 in officially unveiled.   Sizing up 19 per cent smaller and seven per sent lighter than its processor will feature a new built-in pop-up flash carefully positioned in relation to the lens to avoid over whitened shots when it hits UK markets in January.   - Official Panasonic DMC-GF2 pictures: Click here - Panasonic DMC-GF2 hands-on photos: Click here Related links Panasonic Lumix GF2 review: Hands-on Panasonic DMC-GF1 review Panasonic GF1: 10 Reasons to buy Packing a 12.1-megapixel high speed Live MOS sensor capable of recording full HD video at 1920 x 1080p, the Panasonic DMC-GF2 will also play host to a new Graphical User Interface. Designed specifically for the GF2, the new GUI simplifies focusing for users with a simple touch control point of focus on the large rear 460,000 dot LCD screen.   Whilst Panasonic has confirmed the DMC-GF2 will be landing in the UK next January, a precise date of release and pricing details have yet to be revealed.   Stay tuned to T3.com and the T3 Twitter and Facebook feeds for all the latest on the new record breaking Micro Four Thirds snapper from Panasonic. kit options - and is available in black silver or red. We are still trying to ascertain the UK price.   This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now

News@10: Facebook mobile announcements and iPhone 5 Posted: 04 Nov 2010 03:00 AM PDT Posted by Luke Johnson on Thu 4 Nov 2010 T3 scans the Twitterverse to bring you a handy daily round-up of gadget news, tech rumours and randomness from the WWW. Kick back with your morning cuppa and catch up. Thursday   SOCIAL NEWS @BBC - Facebook eyes mobile domination     GAMING NEWS @MCV - EA paid $17 million for Chillingo     IPHONE NEWS @Gaj-it - iPhone 5 may use NFC for remote computing     TABLET NEWS @TechWatch - Samsung aims to sell 1 million Galaxy Tabs in 2010     SOCIAL NEWS @CNN - Facebook knows when you'll break up      Get more news, views and tech tips:    T3 on Twitter Direct your web attentions to twitter.com/t3dotcom for a feed of all the latest tech news and gadgetry goodness. We’ll also reach out for your opinions for future features, so have your brains ready.       T3 on Facebook Facebook.com/t3mag is our handle. Don’t worry though, we spend much less time growing Farmville crops and poking strangers than we do divulging tech info.     This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now

Samsung aims for 1m sales of the Galaxy Tab in 2010 Posted: 04 Nov 2010 02:23 AM PDT Posted by Devina Divecha on Thu 4 Nov 2010 Samsung wants to hit the magic number of 1 million for the Galaxy Tabs The Samsung Galaxy Tab may have recently launched but the company claims that there is a very stong demand for their tablet and they aim to hit more than one million sales of the device by the end of this year. Related links Samsung Galaxy Tab review Apple iPad vs Samsung Galaxy Tab Samsung Galaxy Tab: 10 things to do right away Samsung Galaxy Tab UK launch prices revealed Samsung Galaxy Tab to promote London Olympics Samsung's mobile division chief JK Shin said there was a lot of interested in Europe and Asia for the Galaxy tab. He said, "Although the launching of Galaxy Tab has been delayed a little bit (in Korea), consumer responses in Europe and Asia have been quite good and we are confident of meeting one million sales mark this year." The Samsung Galaxy Tab runs on the latest Android system - Android 2.2 "Froyo" - with the 7-inch tablet weighing 380g. The screen is at a resolution of 1024 by 600 pixels, with Wi-fi, Bluetooth 3.0 and has two cameras with an LED flash. Do you think the Samsung Galaxy Tab can hit 1 million sales in 2010? Tell us what you think on T3's Twitter and Facebook. Stay tuned in for your regular dose of tech news.     Via: TopNews   This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now

Kinect launches planned by UK stores Posted: 04 Nov 2010 02:00 AM PDT Posted by Devina Divecha on Thu 4 Nov 2010 It's going to be a massive launch for the Kinect The Microsoft Xbox Kinect is releasing in the UK on November 10, while our American gamers will get their hands on it today. Related links Online gaming rules: dos and donts of web gaming Xbox 360 Kinect review 20 games to ruin your relationship Games console concepts we wish were real Exclusive: How does Microsoft Xbox Kinect work? Xbox Kinect vs PlayStation Move UK retailers look to go all-out for the launch by spending a lot on marketing and planning midnight lauch events. According to MCV, stores are planning Kinect charts and in-store demo areas. GAME trading director Adam Davis told MCV that they have been running Kinect evenings in its stores. He added, "I think we are one of the only retailers to really evangelise Kinect, and we’ve done it with the constraints we have in terms of square footage." Apart from GAME, Asda is also getting in on the act, with 200 midnight openings on it cards. Asda buyer Alastair Islip said that they are treating the Kinect as they would a launch of a new console. They have a dedicated space in their entertainment department with software charts and training videos. The controller-less motion gaming tech that is the Microsoft Xbox Kinect is stirring up quite a buzz already with its launch events and has already old out by pre-order at many retailers. Will you be attending midnight launch events for the Kinect? Tell us where and why over at T3's Twitter and Facebook feeds and follow us for gaming updates. Via: MCV   This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now

Google breached UK data laws, says ICO Posted: 04 Nov 2010 01:42 AM PDT Posted by Devina Divecha on Thu 4 Nov 2010 The ICO finally weighs in on its position with the Google Street View saga. UK's Information Commissioner's Office has finally spoken out about its ruling on the Google Street View wi-fi snooping issue. Related links Google Maps Navigation app review 10 ways Google is taking over the world Google's most memorable doodles Google Goggles app review Google, which admitted to have collected emails and passwords, had earlier this year been cleared of wi-fi snooping by the ICO. However, after their admission, the ICO has now said that there was a 'significant breach' of the Data Protection Act. Google had inadvertently collected personal data through equipment in its Street View vehicles. However, they said that Google will not be subjected to a fine or punishment; rather the ICO will carry out an audit of Google's data protection practices. Google is also expected to delete the data as soon as it is "legally cleared to do so". Google has always maintained that it collected the data unknowingly and has apologized for it since the details came to light. Via: BBC This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now

Virgin Media announces 1TB 3D/HD TiVo box Posted: 04 Nov 2010 01:18 AM PDT Posted by Devina Divecha on Thu 4 Nov 2010 With 500 hours of content and 1TB storage, would we leave our sofas? Virgin Meda has launched a 1TB TiVo set top box which is made by Cisco, which was announced almost a year ago. The 3D/HD set top box has a 1TB drive, which is definitely a lot more than what's available currently. Related links Virgin Media might launch 100Mbps broadband this week Future home: the future of television Virgin Media and Spotify set for tie-up Virgin Media V Box HD revealed According to Virgin Media, the set top box which is powered by its fibre optic network, is able to store up to 500 hours of content. It also has a modem which allows users to benefit from HD video and online services without involving the user's broadband lines. No pricing details have been announced, nor do we know when the 1TB top box would be made available. It's quite possible Virgin Media was having a dig at Sky Anytime+ when it said that: "Competitors’ ‘connected TV’ products rely on just one central broadband connection, typically DSL, making it difficult for families to watch online TV or TV on Demand and take advantage of the internet at the same time". Are you excited by the new set top box offerings in the UK? Tell us why on T3's Twitter and Facebook and keep tuned in for regular updates on all things tech. Via: ITProPortal     This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now

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