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- News@8pm: White iPad 2 and iPhone 5 screen spotted
- Dell Venue Pro release finally hits the UK
- News Corp open sales process for MySpace.com
- Crush Notifier replaces Facebook Breakup app
- Apple iPad 2 official looking picture leaks ahead of launch
- Samsung Galaxy S II priced £599 ahead of May 6th release
- What's on the editor's desk competition returns tomorrow
- Jonathan Ive rumoured to be leaving Apple for UK return
- Vodafone network downed following exchange break-in
- Apple employees testing Android pattern unlock for iOS
- White iPad 2 spotted ahead of Wednesday's launch event
- Sonic 4 Episode 2 teased
- BlackBerry PlayBook to support Android apps
- Archos Arnova Android tablets outed
- News@10: Vodafone voice outage and Apple issues
- Nintendo 3DS sells out in Japan
- Gmail account reset affecting thousands
- iPhone 5 leak: bigger screen, thinner bezel
| News@8pm: White iPad 2 and iPhone 5 screen spotted Posted: 28 Feb 2011 12:00 PM PST Welcome to your nightly round-up of the day's news and goings on courtesy of T3.com. Apple iPad 2 leaks are coming thick and fast with the tablets official unveiling now just two days away. First off today on the iPad 2 front was the appearance of a white iPad 2 snapshot that leaked the apparent imminent arrival of a lighter-hued tablet. Following that official looking pictures of the iPad 2 emerged highlighting the device's camera, speaker and form factor overhauls. All will become clear this Wednesday so stay tuned to T3.com.
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Social networking giant Facebook and former giant MySpace have both been in the news today. Whilst Facebook is continuing to grown and expanding its following MySpace is dwindling so as the Facebook Crush Notifier launches to replace the banned breakup tracker, News Corp has started the sales process of MySpace in an attempt to recoup some of its initial $580 million investment.
Apple's struggles continue as just weeks after the company lost CEO and talisman Steve Jobs to illness chief designer and mastermind behind the iPod, iPad and iPhone's market dominating looks Jonathan Ive looks set to leave Apple to return to his native UK. With two key players in the Apple bandwagon seemingly on the ropse, the company has been spotted stealing Android technology with an internal Apple App using Android's pattern handset lock system.
New mobile handsets are a daily occurrence but today saw news of two of 2011's expected big players. Whilst the iPhone 5 screen leaked hinting towards a larger device with smaller bezel, the Samsung Galaxy S II has appeared for pre-order on Play.com pegged with a £599.99 price tag and May 6th arrival following a MWC 2011 unveiling earlier this month.
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| Dell Venue Pro release finally hits the UK Posted: 28 Feb 2011 08:41 AM PST QWERTY slider handset joins the Phone 7 party The long overdue Dell Venue Pro has officially launched in the UK with the Windows Phone 7 handset being made available direct from Dell for £459 SIM-free.
Delayed due to a reported firmware issue, Dell’s opening Phone 7 handset was beaten to an OS first earlier this month when the HTC 7 Pro launched featuring a slide-out QWERTY keyboard. Whilst the HTC handset features a landscape keyboard, the new Dell model drops its keyboard in a portraight stance, a position more attuned to the landscape fearing Microsoft operating system.
As well as touting Microsoft’s much praised mobile OS and a physical slide-out QWERTY keyboard, the Dell Venue Pro features a 1GHz processor, 5-megapixel camera with LED flash and 16GB of internal storage all wra[pped around a 4.1-inch WVGA AMOLED touchscreen display.
Have you been holding off for the Dell Venue Pro or did the QWERTY touting HTC 7 Pro tempt you away from the now launched Dell device? Let us know via the T3 Twitter and Facebook feeds.
Via: Slashgear This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| News Corp open sales process for MySpace.com Posted: 28 Feb 2011 07:56 AM PST News Corp look to recoup $580 million MySpace fee News Corp, owner of the recently launch iPad newspaper The Daily, has officially stared the sales process for former online social networking giant MySpace, six years after the media conglomerate acquired the website.
Bought back in 2005 for the hefty sum of $580 million (£357.6 million at today’s rate) News Corp beat rivaling bids from the likes of MTV owners Viacom Inc to take ownership of the then formidable social entertainment outlet.
With more than half a billion dollars to recoup from the initial outlay, News Corp is facing a difficult challenge in recovering its loses whilst bitter rival Facebook is reeling from a Oscars loss of for The Social Network, a Hollywood spin-off of the story of Facebook’s founding and its mastermind, Mark Zuckerberg.
Do you still use MySpace or is Facebook the only social outlet for you? Let us know via the T3 Twitter and Facebook feeds.
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| Crush Notifier replaces Facebook Breakup app Posted: 28 Feb 2011 07:49 AM PST Make a love connection, in an anonymous, creepy sort of way The developers of the rapidly banned Facebook Breakup Notifier, which sent users an email when friends of their choosing ended their relationships, have returned with an app that will let the apple of your eye know that someone fancies them.
The Crush Notifier web app will send desired companion an email to let them know that one of their friends is "crushing on them", but they won't know who. Kind of like an anonymous Valentine's card, but in an internet stalker kind of way.
For a Love Connection to be made, the crushee also has to send a crush request to the crusher. The app will then notify the prospective lovebirds of each other's interest and leave the sparks to fly. That means two people have to use the service to contact each other independently before a connection can be made.
Installing the Crush Notifier app will give you two free credits to anonymously let people know that you like then, but if you're planning on spreading your wild oats liberally then you'll need to buy more crush notifiers through Facebook Credits.
The Breakup Notifier was automatically banned by Facebook because of a massive spike in usage which saw 3.6 million people sign up for the notifications in just three days. We'll see how long this one lasts...
Link: Crush Notifier (via Examiner) This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Apple iPad 2 official looking picture leaks ahead of launch Posted: 28 Feb 2011 07:04 AM PST Second-gen iPad does the rounds ahead of official unveiling An official looking render of the upcoming Apple iPad 2 has appeared online just days ahead of the tablet’s official unveiling on March 2nd.
Appearing on tech blog BGR, the image, which was reportedly supplied by an unnamed tipster, shows off what is claimed to be the second-generation Apple tablet with a number of key new feature additions on display.
Earlier today the front, screen-encapsulating, façade of the iPad 2 was snapped away from the rest of the tablet’s body. Whilst this might not sound all too special, the façade that was caught out in the wild was a white model, suggesting this week’s Apple event could see a lighter-hued device launching alongside the standard black offering.
Which of the iPad 2’s expected new features are you most excited about? Let us know via the T3 Twitter and Facebook feeds.
Via: BGR This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Samsung Galaxy S II priced £599 ahead of May 6th release Posted: 28 Feb 2011 06:30 AM PST Second-gen Galaxy S touching down early May under £600 Following speculation of a sky-high pricing last week, online retailer Play.com has become the latest outlet to make the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S II available for pre-order with the device coming in at £599.99.
Listed only the 16GB model, Play’s Galaxy S II pricing is the lowest to date with the handset previously appearing on Expansys priced £649.99. Whilst the Galaxy S II was made available for pre-order with online tech retailer Clove with a claimed March arrival, its £612 16GB offering was overshaddowed by the hefty £708 price tag bestowed upon the 32GB model.
The May 6th shipping date that has touched down alongside the handset’s Play.com availability, is fitting with official word from a Samsung spokeswomen who, talking exclusively with T3.com, said: “The Galaxy S II will be available in the second quarter during May.” She added: “We are unable to comment on price as this is set by the operators."
Does the latest sub-£600 price tag make the Galaxy S II more appealing? Let us know what you think via the T3 Twitter and Facebook feeds.
Via: GeekyGadgets This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| What's on the editor's desk competition returns tomorrow Posted: 28 Feb 2011 05:15 AM PST Can you work out what's on the editor's desk? Returning once again, your favourite technology magazine and website T3 will tomorrow be giving you the chance to win a feast of mystery tech prizes in our weekly competition ‘What’s on the editor’s desk?’.
Running across the T3 Facebook and Twitter pages we will be presenting you, the loyal T3 readers with three riddled clues to see if you can guess ‘What’s on the editor’s desk’ and claim yourself some tasty tech treats. From handsets to headphones, games to general gadgetry, each and every Tuesday we will be giving it all away as long as you can solve the puzzle and work out what’s in our mystery box.
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Last week we went old school, well, sort of, giving away a Rubik's Slide electronic puzzle game, literally a modern twist on a timeless classic. Being very particular about correct spelling we whittled the correct entries, apostrophe and all, down to one eventual winner, Steve Ward of the T3 Facebook contingent. Kicking off with the opening clue at 10am sharp you will be able to pit your wits against the T3 riddlers and bag yourself some booty. The second clue will follow at 11am before the final hint lands on our social streams at midday. From there you will have until 3pm to get your answers in before we pick the lucky winner.
Entries can be made by either commenting on the Facebook post or by messaging us on Twitter @T3dotcom with the hashtag #edsdesk. A winner will be picked at random from all the correct answers and if no correct answers are received by the 3pm closing the week’s prize will be rolled over until the next edition of 'What's on the editor's desk'.
To be in with a chance of winning today’s great and exclusive prize, sign up to the T3 Twitter and Facebook feeds today so you are primed and ready to follow the clues to the T3 treasure tomorrow.
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| Jonathan Ive rumoured to be leaving Apple for UK return Posted: 28 Feb 2011 04:31 AM PST Apple on the back foot as Ive looks to leave following Steve Jobs absence Apple’s iconic Senior Vice President of Industrial Design, Jonathan Ive is reportedly contemplating leaving the fruity tech giant in a bid to return to his native UK.
Ive, creative mastermind behind the fluid curves and insatiable desirability factor that surround Apple’s most high profile products such as the iPod, iPhone and iPad, is reported by The Sunday Times to be at “loggerheads” with Apple over his intent on moving back to the UK in order to educate his children on home soil.
A close family friend is quoted in the reports stating: "Unfortunately he is just too valuable to Apple and they told him in no uncertain terms that if he headed back to England he would not be able to sustain his position with them."
Responsible for one of Apple’s key selling point and famed trademark standards, designer Ive’s departure would mark a serious blow for the tech behemoth that is currently reeling from the latest medically-induced leave of absence for CEO Steve Jobs. Jobs, a survivor of pancreatic cancer, looks unlikely to return to his position with Apple after a US tabloid claimed theformidable front man has just six weeks left to live having been spotted leaving a cancer specialist in California.
Would Apple’s industry topping design quality be affected by the departure of Ive or is its high standards ingrained deeper than one man? Share your thoughts via the T3 Twitter and Facebook feeds.
Via: Guardian This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Vodafone network downed following exchange break-in Posted: 28 Feb 2011 03:57 AM PST Break-in at Basingstoke exchange cripples Vodafone network Mobile network provider Vodafone has confirmed users will face disruptions to their voice and data services following a break-in at an exchange centre in Basingstoke.
With calls, text messages and mobile internet coverage all downed for a number of the network’s users, Vodafone was keen to stress that although an inconvenience to user’s communication services all personal data has remained secure.
With rising demand on networks and higher levels of mobile data required, smartphones and increased user activity has put a strain on bandwidth capabilities in recent years, often resulting in data outages for all of the major network providers.
Whilst it is currently unknown exactly how many users have been affected by the latest Vodafone outage, a number of the network’s customers have been turning to Twitter to vent their frustrations. Twitter user @Beckybrownn tweeted: “deffo changing my network asap!#vodafone you're useless!!!” whilst user @matt_sims wrote: “Following this morning's outage, the #vodafone network has just come back online for me here in Farnborough.”
Have you experienced issues with your Vodafone network coverage this morning? Let us know and share your thoughts and experiences of the issue with us via the T3 Twitter and Facebook feeds. This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Apple employees testing Android pattern unlock for iOS Posted: 28 Feb 2011 03:09 AM PST 'Apple Connect' app bears striking resemblance to Android security feature Does the lock screen to the right seem familiar to you? If so, it’s probably because it’s similar to the one used on Android. These particular screen grabs are from an iPhone though, having been leaked to 9to5Mac from somebody inside Apple.
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| White iPad 2 spotted ahead of Wednesday's launch event Posted: 28 Feb 2011 03:04 AM PST White iPad 2 leaks online ahead of official unveiling Just days ahead of the official unveiling of the second-generation iPad, leaked pictures of a white iPad 2 have emerged suggesting the imminent arrival of a lighter-hued tablet.
The picture, which reportedly appeared in the inbox of Apple bloggers 9 to 5 Mac, shows the outer screen frame from the upcoming iPad 2 sporting a white coat of paint, something which the company has failed to yet master on its latest handset release, the Apple iPhone 4.
Set to be unveiled later this week on March 2nd, Apple’s imminent tablet update is also expected to see the device come sporting a slimmer form factor and a second, higher-res camera positioned around the back. With the last official word from Apple on the heavily delayed white iPhone 4 suggesting a spring arrival, we could well see the lighter-toned iPhone 4 touchdown alongside its colour copying tablet counterpart.
Does the inclusion of a white iPad 2 increase your desire for the highly anticipated device? Let us know via the T3 Twitter and Facebook feeds.
Via: 9 to 5 Mac This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Posted: 28 Feb 2011 03:01 AM PST "You won't have to wait years," says Sega exec. It’d be fair to say that Sonic 4 Episode 1 didn’t quite live up to heady expectations. The blue critter didn’t look right, the game didn’t exactly flow and it lacked the charm of its early 90s predecessors.
But now Sega has the chance to put it all right, with its brand manager Ken Balough taking to the game maker’s official forum to tease details of Sonic 4 Episode 2.
Quizzed about the sequel, Balough said, "I certainly cannot deny there were some elements that could have been done better – and I could say that about most games I've worked on. That's why Episode II gives us that opportunity to address them (or as much as possible)."
Balough didn’t offer up details of any changes, but did say the wait for Sonic 4 Episode 2 wouldn’t be long, “…a la Duke Nukem Forever.” That’s reassuring, and hopefully means we’ll see the new title hit iOS, Xbox Live and PSN soon.
What do you want from Sonic 4 Episode 2? Let us know on our Facebook and Twitter pages now.
Via Eurogamer This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| BlackBerry PlayBook to support Android apps Posted: 28 Feb 2011 02:49 AM PST RIM joining forces with Google on a united app front The BlackBerry PlayBook tablet has been filmed running Android applications, despite being announced with its own proprietary QNX operating system.
In the video which you can see below, the PlayBook is being demonstrated by a RIM representative during Mobile World Congress, who makes the interesting Google Android OS support reveal.
Talk of the PlayBook getting Android apps filtered through earlier this month, and this seems to be the most concrete evidence yet of what looks like a sensible business move from the guys at RIM.
Opening its application doors to an already growing Android Market, is likely to increase the appeal of the device which is strongly tipped to give the iPad (and the iPad 2) a run for its money in 2011.
A UK release date for the BlackBerry PlayBook has yet to be confirmed, despite the BlackBerry PlayBook 4G which is an almost identical device plus 4G support, hitting US stores in the summer.
You can check out the BlackBerry PlayBook video in question below.
Link: Ubergizmo
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| Archos Arnova Android tablets outed Posted: 28 Feb 2011 02:13 AM PST Resistive panels and ageing version of Android for new slates. Archos has just given the official nod to two new tablets, dubbed the Arnova 8 and Arnova 10. And while you might be jonesing for a top-end Honeycomb effort, these Android-packing slates are all about keeping costs low, which means specs are a tad compromised.
The Arnova 8 crams in a somewhat sluggish 600MHz processor, with a mere 4GB of storage, old-school Android 2.1 and a pesky resistive touchscreen. That said, it only costs $150 (£93) across the pond, so getting het up about its failure to kick it with the Motorola Xoom is hardly worthwhile.
The more capacious Arnova 10 comes with the same 600MHz chip and Android software, but bulks up to 8GB, again using a resistive panel. It comes in at $199 (£123). Each model touts SD support, g standard Wi-Fi and 22 hours battery for music.
What is baffling, however, is Archos’ plan to release two new versions of these Arnova slates in April, with Android 2.3, capacitive panels and 1GHz processors. Word is that the prices will stay the same.
It all begs the question: why buy a compromised Archos Arnova now when you can get a decent one in under two months? Let us know what you think of this somewhat unique strategy over on our Facebook and Twitter pages.
Via Electronista This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| News@10: Vodafone voice outage and Apple issues Posted: 28 Feb 2011 02:00 AM PST 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. MondayAPPLE NEWS @ElectricPig - Jonathan Ive quitting Apple for UK return?
MOBILE NEWS @NewsDen - Samsung Galaxy Mini & Galaxy Ace coming to O2 in March
MOBILE NEWS @TechRadar - Vodafone confirms temporary voice and data outage
MOBILE NEWS @GeekyGadgets - HTC Thunderbolt delayed due to battery issues
SOCIAL NEWS @TechRadar - Facebook simplifies its privacy policy
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| Nintendo 3DS sells out in Japan Posted: 28 Feb 2011 01:04 AM PST Nintendo on course for 4 million global sales target. The Nintendo 3Ds hit shelves in Japan over the weekend, but soon flew off of them, with the entire shipment of 400,000 selling out within 24 hours. Major stores in Tokyo reportedly ran out by midday on Saturday.
Pre-orders for the next batch of Nintendo 3DSs has already started, with the gaming giant easily on course to hit its target of shifting 1.5 million units in Japan by 31 March. It hopes to have sold 4 million globally by the same date.
The Nintendo 3DS goes on sale here in the UK on 25 March, and will set punters back £229.99, although some stores are already discounting the three-dimensional winner.
Before you snag one, make sure you read our comprehensive Nintendo 3DS review. And don’t forget to tell us what you think of it on our Facebook and Twitter pages. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Nintendo 3DS games video ----------------------------------------------------------------------------
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| Gmail account reset affecting thousands Posted: 27 Feb 2011 11:56 PM PST Big G struggling to recover messages of around 150,000 Gmail users. Gmail has suffered from a major reset problem over the weekend, with thousands of users finding that their messages have disappeared into the ether and seeing ‘Welcome to Gmail’ screens when they log in.
Google is aware of the problem, issuing a series of statements overnight via its Apps Status Dashboard. The latest, at 6.36am UK time reads, “Our team is continuing to investigate this issue. We will provide an update by February 28, 2011 8:36:00 AM UTC with more information about this problem. Thank you for your patience.”
The search giant has said around 0.08 per cent of users have been affected, around 150,000 people. Small change considering the number of Gmail users globally, but still a big deal for those waking up to find their email wiped.
The Big G says, “Affected users will be temporarily unable to sign in while we repair their accounts.” Has your Gmail been hit? Tell us now over on our Facebook and Twitter pages now.
Link: Google Apps Status Dashboard This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| iPhone 5 leak: bigger screen, thinner bezel Posted: 27 Feb 2011 11:36 PM PST Rumours of bigger iPhone gather pace after Chinese site posts pic. The iPhone 5 looks set to rock a much bigger screen and thinner bezel than the iPhone 4, after a new image of the device’s panel apparently leaked via a Chinese Apple parts reseller.
The pic clearly shows a more capacious panel, with the screen appearing to sit almost flush to the edge of the device. The bezel is also notably smaller than that found on the current iPhone.
Recent rumours have suggested Cupertino is planning on pushing the iPhone 5’s screen up to around 4-inches. And while this leak doesn’t offer up any measurements, initial glances suggest this panel could well measure just that.
The iPhone 5 will be looking to compete with a raft of phones packing larger screen real estate, from the HTC Incredible S to the Google Nexus One. All is likely to be revealed at Apple’s WWDC event, pegged for June.
Stay tuned for more on the iPhone 5 here and over on our Facebook and Twitter pages.
Via 9to5mac This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
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