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• Tech Week: PSP 2 officially unveiled as NGP and iPhone
• Dell Venue Pro incoming in 4 days
• Hyperhighway broadband project gets £7.2m award
• App week: Android PlayStation suite, iPlayer finally on iPad?
• Sony Ericsson Xperia Play gets a thorough preview

Tech Week: PSP 2 officially unveiled as NGP and iPhone Posted: 29 Jan 2011 10:00 AM PST Posted by Luke Johnson on Sat 29 Jan 2011 Yet another busy week in tech has past us by, here are our highlight from the past seven days, enjoy.   News of the Week Whilst we all had our ears cocked to the ground in search of the long-awaited PSP Phone Sony has only gone and fooled us by officially unveiling the PSP 2 or the Sony Next Generation Portable (NGP) as it will henceforth be known. Following the unveiling we have been treated to a bevy of PSP 2, sorry NGP, information with the first official pictures emerging ahead of a full control demonstrating video hands-on landed. We have also learnt that not all NGP consoles will support 3G connectivity, we’ve heard theexpert verdicts on the PSP 2 replacement and, although official prices have yet to be released, Sony has declared the device won’t cost $599.   Samsung is expected to be one of the big players at next month’s Mobile World Congress attempting to emulate last year’s success of the Android powered Galaxy S handset and Galaxy Tab tablet. Kicking off the week by unveiling four new members of the Galaxy smartphone family and teasing the possible MWC arrival of the Galaxy Tab 2. This was followed later in the week by a leaked conference timetable confirming the Barcelona launch of the Galaxy Tab 2 and Galaxy S 2 as well as official word that the Galaxy S 2 will come equipped with a dual-core processor and Super AMOLED Plus display.   With The Daily iPad newspaper this week confirmed to officially launch on February 2nd, Apple has this week mostly made headlines for the upcoming iPhone 5. Whilst three new job vacancies within the Cupertino company hinting towards iPhone 5 NFC technology inclusion, news that Apple intends to ship 10 million of the mooted handsets at launch has stolen the headlines and much of the focus of a possible arrival date.   ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ App of the Week | FIFA 11 The iPhone game causing a stir around the world has gone big, gone HD, gone iPad bound T3 App Chart | Top 10 iPad Apps | FIFA 11 Review ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   Features of the Week So you got a new smartphone for Christmas and have finally mastered all of its bells and whistles, now all you need is a bevy of app-based content to fill it with. As luck would have it we have gather just that into a handy feature of the best apps of 2011 so far; January’s hottest apps.  Mobile World Congress 2011 is now just a few short weeks away and the rumour mill is already working on overdrive. Compiling all the MWC 2011 rumours we look at the expected PSP Phone, the imminent Samsung dual-core handset arrival and a feast of other mobile based whisperings.   January’s hottest motors are here with the new, ninth iteration of the Lamborghini Gallardo LP570-4 Spyder Performante kicking off a month of tantalisingly hot motors that also includes an Audi RS3 Sportback, Mercedes C-Class and a ‘60s Mustang remake.    ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ T3 Podcast - The web's biggest audio gadget show The T3 tech team discuss the weeks top news and their gadget of the week, the Samsung Nexus S T3 Podcast episode 167 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   Reviews of the Week For anyone that appreciates design in their tech, this is a coupling that makes the pulse race. B&O’s achingly stylish products share an aesthetic with Apple’s own gear, so it’s fitting that they are together at last in this sophisticated-looking sound system. Full review right here for your envious eyed perusal.   Sony’s 40-inch KDL-40NX713 is a delicious Freeview HD LED TV that, although not positioned at the top of the brand’s extensive line-up delivers a sumptuous picture performance more than good enough to get a five-star nod of approval from the T3 reviewers.   Adding an extra punch to the already weighty reviews offering this week we have been hands-on with the LG Optimus 2X, the world’s first dual-core processor touting mobile handset. Not only have we been hands-on we’ve been video-on too allowing you to see our first opinions of the device in all its HD glory.     ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Competitions of the Week | Win a Sony audio setup Win one of three Sony RDP-X50iP iPod docks and a pair of Sony MDR-AS50G earphones Plus: Win a 40-inch TV and Blu-ray player | Win an iPad pack | Win a Lenovo ThinkPad Edge ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------    This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now

Dell Venue Pro incoming in 4 days Posted: 29 Jan 2011 04:51 AM PST Posted by Devina Divecha on Sat 29 Jan 2011 If reports are accurate, we can see the Dell Venue Pro this week. The Dell Venue Pro has been hit by many delays, but the Windows Phone 7 handset looks like it will be available in the UK in just 4 days. Related links Best Windows Phone 7 phones T3 App Chart | Best Windows Phone 7 apps Dell Venue Pro faces delays Dell Streak review Dell Streak 7 details land; all signs point to Android 2.2 Best Windows Phone 7 apps to download now Online retailer Expansys shows the SIM-free handset will be available in an estimated 4 days. If the estimate is correct, we'll soon have the business slider handset in our hands. The Dell Venue Pro has a portrait QWERTY keyboard and an AMOLED multi-touch screen, touting the new Windows Phone 7 OS. When the slider is extended, the phone is almost 7-inches long. The handset also possesses a 5MP camera, a 1Ghz Snapdragon processor and all the Windows Phone 7 OS features. The Dell Venue Pro is available on Expansys for £439.99 SIM-free. What other Windows Phone 7 handsets are you waiting for? Tell us on T3's Twitter and Facebook and follow us for your daily dose of tech news.     This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now

Hyperhighway broadband project gets £7.2m award Posted: 29 Jan 2011 03:19 AM PST Posted by Devina Divecha on Sat 29 Jan 2011 Broadband project gets a 7.2 million pound boost A project based at the University of Southampton has been given a £7.2m injection by the government in order to revolutionise the internet. Related links Almost 2m British children have no home internet access Internet spam levels return to normal Internet users soar as over-50s increase web browsing Internet helps more Britons to walk Prince: Internet age is over, digital gadgets are no good The 15 funniest internet technology videos The project, called Photonic Hyperhighway, plans to harness the speed of light and apply that to the internet. It will develop a way to eradicate bottlenecks. The leader of the project, Professor David Payne said, "Now is the time to look ahead to develop the UK infrastructure of the future." The project wants to reduce energy waste by replacing heavy duty electronic switches with photonic ones that can route light itself. The grant proposal says the new system could improve the performance of the internet infrastructure by 1000 times. David Willetts, the Minister for Universities and Science, announced the £7.2m award, and said, "The Photonics HyperHighway project has the potential to truly revolutionise the internet, making it much faster and more energy-efficient." Are you satisfied with your current internet speeds? Dash over to T3's Twitter and Facebook feeds and tell us; follow us for lighting fast updates on the world of tech. Via: The Telegraph     This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now

App week: Android PlayStation suite, iPlayer finally on iPad? Posted: 29 Jan 2011 03:00 AM PST Posted by Chris Smith on Sat 29 Jan 2011 Every Saturday we round-up the week in mobile applications bringing you news of the biggest new releases across all major platforms and a host of reviews from T3's App Chart. Let's crack on... APP NEWS: PlayStation Suite for Android incoming The one thing the App Market is missing is some top of the range mobile games, and that's where Sony comes in. Following the launch of the new NGP (PSP 2) the gaming giant is also readying a host of PSP and PSOne classics for Android handsets. There'll also be new 'PlayStation Certified' games thrown into the mix.   The Daily finally arriving next Wednesday? It better be good, that's all we can say. After months waiting to make its debut on the virtual shelves of the App Store, it appears The Daily could finally land this Wednesday 2nd February. The digital newspaper is a collaboration between Apple and News International and will deliver an edition to your iPad everyday. It's thought to have a price point of 99p a day.   Dead Space on your iPhone No, we're not talking about a flash memory failure but of the arrival of the popular PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 horror game on the App Store. The gory, survival thriller brings new levels and new weapons along with a code to unlock new content on the forthcoming console sequel   iPlayer on iOS within a month You think you had it bad with the wait for The Daily? The BBC announced iPhone and iPlayer apps over a year ago. We could finally be approaching the endgame with reports that the Beeb will launch the apps to coincide with the departure of the project head who spearheaded their development. Lets hope so, it's why many people bought the iPad in the first place.  ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ App of the Week | FIFA 11 The iPhone game causing a stir around the world has gone big, gone HD, gone iPad bound T3 App Chart | Top 10 iPad Apps | FIFA 11 Review ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   APP REVIEWS FROM THE T3 APP CHART: Scrabble earns a five star score on iPad After kicking our asses with triple word scores aplenty on the iPhone, the iPad is next for some Scrabble antics and it doesn't disappoint. The challenging linguistic classic earns T3's five star award for it's debut on Apple's tablet. It's £3.99 and available to download now.   NASA designed my toaster Did you know that many of the items currently residing in your home were researched and developed by NASA and came directly off the space shuttle? No? Well now you do. The NASA Spinoff app for Android will explain to you how NASA tech is behind Google Maps and how it influenced the design of roofs on football stadium. Those, and other startling facts are available to download from the Android Market now.   Quick Launch for BlackBerry Say what you will about the benefits of BlackBerry, but they're not the most customisable handsets in the world. You cant whizz through multiple homescreens or overhaul the look and feel of the OS, but despair not because this handy app has the answer. Check out our review of Quick Launch for BlackBerry Link: T3 App Chart     This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now

Sony Ericsson Xperia Play gets a thorough preview Posted: 29 Jan 2011 02:30 AM PST Posted by Devina Divecha on Sat 29 Jan 2011 Getting up close and personal with the PlayStation phone. The Xperia Play, also known as the PlayStation phone, has been previewed ahead of its expected MWC launch. Related links PlayStation phone: specs and info we know so far Sony PSP phone caught on video ahead of launch Sony PSP phone coming to T-mobile and Orange PlayStation phone set for MWC release? Android 2.3 Gingerbread: best features PlayStation phone spotted in China? Engadget has managed to get its hands on the Xperia Play and has treated everyone with a thorough look at the phone. The phone has Android 2.3 Gingerbread buzzing under its head, with a 4-inch multitouch LCD. The interesting aspect of the phone - gaming - was tested using PSOne and GameBoy Advance emulators as there were no official games on the prototype phone that was previewed. The preview seemed positive, but we're curious as well as to how the gaming purchases will work for the Xperia Play. We don't have a pricing on the phone yet, so here's hoping all our questions are answered at MWC. Follow T3 via our Twitter and Facebook feeds for the latest in tech, and stay tuned in during MWC for more updates on the Xperia Play. Via: Engadget (via TechRadar)     This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now

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