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- News@8pm: iPhone 5 64GB leaks and new Xbox console
- Hawk-Eye on FIFA shortlist for goal-line technology
- Apple iOS 4.3 update to go live 6pm GMT today?
- Angry Birds St Patrick's Day Seasons update video leaks
- Philips debuts AirPlay speaker system
- Double Dragon comes to iPhone, gets a revamp
- New Xbox console plans revealed by jobs listings
- Sony Ericsson Windows Phone 7 handset will not be released
- Windows Phone 7: Copy and paste available on HTC Mozart
- iPhone 5 to host 64GB storage following prototype leak?
- Philips 9000 Series Smart LED TV officially announced
- iPad 2 queue begins already
- News@10: Facebook suicide scheme and tablet growth
- Spotify hits one million paid subscribers
- Xbox 360 price cut coming in June?
- Google Maps Navigation gets rerouting skills
| News@8pm: iPhone 5 64GB leaks and new Xbox console Posted: 08 Mar 2011 12:00 PM PST Welcome to your nightly round-up of the day's news and goings on courtesy of T3.com. Apple iPhone 5 continues to make waves in the rumour mill following the confirmation of the iPad 2. Today saw speculation of the handset's storage capabilities with the iPhone 5 set to host 64GB of storage after an iPhone 4 prototype with the same capabilities was leaked. In other iPhone related news it has been claimed Apple's latest iOS offering iOS 4.3 will launch later today.
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Windows Phone 7 updates have been the talk of tech town recently with the HTC Mozart now touting copy and paste features despite the coveted abilities still remaining elusive from all other Phone 7 devices. Elsewhere in the Microsoft world of Windows phone 7 Sony Ericsson has announced the SE Phone 7 leaked yesterday will never be released as it is just a tester model.
A battle of the web giants today saw Spotify and Google maps battle it out for virtual column inches. Whilst Spotify revealed it has topped 1 million paid subscribers, portable versions of Google maps set out to target independent sat navs by launching a new re-routing feature for the free navigational software.
Microsoft's Xbox console has been in the news today as rumours circle of an Xbox 360 price cut set to happen in June with the PS3 and Wii expected to follow suit. In more exciting news, Microsoft has revealed plans for the next generation Xbox console as job listings for Xbox 720 roles are advertised. Not had enough of an Xbox fill for one day, check out our Kinect vs. Move video below.
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| Hawk-Eye on FIFA shortlist for goal-line technology Posted: 08 Mar 2011 07:35 AM PST T3 talks to Sony about its latest broadcasting buy Yesterday, Sony officially announced its acquisition of Hawk-Eye Ltd and we now have confirmation that the live sports ball tracking system has been shortlisted by FIFA to potentially solve the long-running goal-line technology debate.
T3 spoke to David Bush, Director of Marketing, Sony Professional who revealed hopes for the company to bring the technology to other sports including the 'beautiful game' saying:
"Football is an area of interest. Everything as you know hinges on FIFA and the direction they will take with goal-line technology. FIFA made an announcement at the weekend that there is no firm decision. It’s still positive in terms of direction. But there is still a lot more trials needed. Now we are waiting to here more details about that, but I can say that Hawk-Eye is one of the shortlisted companies taking part in those trials."
Bush also revealed that FIFA is planning to make a decision on goal-line technology early next year, "FIFA outlined a decision point of about this time next year to the equivalent meeting next year around March time when they expect to make a final decision."
Whether Sony have had direct discussions with FIFA, Bush said that none had taken place but that Sony Professional would be "supporting the trials with Hawk-Eye."
As well as continuing to grow the presence of Hawk-Eye in cricket and tennis where the technology is most prominently used, the first steps in the new relationship look set to be focused around 3D. Bush commented that the growing subject in broadcasting was a 'predictable first base," adding, "In the short term we will be looking at things like 3D as the first flowering of that relationship."
Do you think Sony and Hawk-Eye joining forces could finally signal the introduction of goal-line technology? Let us know your thoughts about it via Twitter and Facebook. This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Apple iOS 4.3 update to go live 6pm GMT today? Posted: 08 Mar 2011 07:19 AM PST Upcoming iOS update due earlier than expected The latest update to Apple’s mobile operating system, iOS 4.3, is expected to launch today as rumours circulate around the imminent update.
The rumours, which come courtesy of tech blog BGR, suggest a “source” has revealed the eagerly awaited iOS release will touch down at 10am PT, 6pm here in the UK, ahead of arriving preinstalled on the iPad 2 when the second-gen tablet touches down in the States this Friday, March 11th.
iOS 4.3’s killer feature, one which iPhone users have long been awaiting, will see user’s devices transformed into personal hotspot makers. According to the BGR source, the number of devices able to be supported by the iOS 4.3 kit will be set a three with networks able to upgrade this to five. iOS users looking to upgrade will need to ensure their devices are backed up and their computers are running the latest version of iTunes.
Will we really see iOS 4.3 touchdown later today? Let us know what you think via the T3 Twitter and Facebook feeds and share your thoughts on the new OS features. While you wait iOS 4.3 why not take a look at our hands-on video with the iPad 2.
Apple iPad 2 hands-on video
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| Angry Birds St Patrick's Day Seasons update video leaks Posted: 08 Mar 2011 06:44 AM PST Angry Birds Seasons app to add St Patrick's Day levels in coming days A video teaser for the upcoming Angry Birds Seasons update has appeared online outing the St Patrick’s Day themed app release.
Fulfilling Angry Birds Seasons’ stereotype quota, the St Patrick’s Day edition, which will launch as a free update ahead of next Thursday’s celebrations comes equipped with shamrocks, leprechaun hat wearing pigs and pots o’ gold aplenty.
With Angry Birds remaining at the top of app charts across multiple platforms developer Rovio has confirmed that a special edition of the game will launch later this month to tie in to the global launch of the animated film Rio with the Angry Birds Facebook game to follow in April.
What celebratory and festive occasions would you like to see get the Angry Birds Seasons treatment? Let us know via the T3 Twitter and Facebook feeds.
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| Philips debuts AirPlay speaker system Posted: 08 Mar 2011 06:15 AM PST Stylish dock with impressive sound
Today in Barcelona, Philips introduced its first Airplay speaker system: the Fidelio SoundSphere docking station, which lets you stream music from an iPhone, iPad and MacBook over WiFi without the need for cables.
The system comprises of two speakers with an unusual curved design and a tweeter that 'floats' above. There's a seperate dock for your iPhone 4 or iPad. As well as looking stunning, the unique design is supposed to project sound in multiple directions, to create a wider sound. T3 was lucky enough to have a demonstration earlier, and they certainly sound impressive.
Previous AirPlay compatible devices such as the Denon Ceol and B&W Zeppelin have been at the premium end of the market, and the Fidelio SoundSphere looks to be in a similar price bracket, with Euro pricing of 799 confirmed, although there's no news yet from Philips on UK pricing.
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| Double Dragon comes to iPhone, gets a revamp Posted: 08 Mar 2011 05:34 AM PST New features boost beat-em-up's first mobile outing. NES fans will be doing cartwheels today with the news that Double Dragon has arrived on the App Store for iPad, iPhone and iPod touch.
The mobile iteration of the game features a host of new features rather than being just a straight-up transfer of ancient version that we've seen with many iPhone games.
Double Dragon iPhone brings new moves, which can be used against new bosses and enemies. Your success will now be rewarded by unlockable characters and achievements. For more than single player action you can hook-up to a second iOS device using Bluetooth.
The graphics have also been greatly improved, but fans of the original beat-em-up will be glad to know that all of the action takes place on the same stage.
Double Dragon iOS is available to buy now from the App Store for the introductory price of £2.39. Sounds like a deal to us.
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| New Xbox console plans revealed by jobs listings Posted: 08 Mar 2011 03:54 AM PST Upcoming Xbox refresh teased by jobs listings Microsoft has seemingly outed plans for the next-generation Xbox console as jobs postings for the upcoming gaming device appear online via social job listing site Linkedin.
The three new positions, all of which are expressly said to relate to the Xbox console, are searching for a graphics hardware architect, a performance architect and a hardware verification engineer. Although offering an exciting prelude to an upcoming console release, the position titles suggest the next-gen Xbox is still only in the early stages of development.
Having originally launched back in 2005, the Xbox 360 has remained a top seller in the console market, repeatedly topping bitter rival Sony and the PlayStation 3. With its life cycle seemingly coming to an end, Microsoft boosted sales of the 260 late last year with the global launch of Kinect, the Xbox compatible controller free motion gaming peripheral.
Searching for senior Xbox staff Microsoft has declared the graphics hardware architect must have “been the lead architect and/or implementation lead of a 3D graphics core.” Adding: “The candidate must have taken designs from investigation to end-customer shipment during their career.”
News of the next-gen Xbox plans come just a day after Nintendo was rumoured to be preparing the Wii 2 for launch as the second-generation Wii is touted as heading to a June unveiling at E3 with an inbuilt Blu-ray player, quad-core processor and a projector.
Which future console do you most eagerly await the Wii 2 or the Xbox 720? Let us know via the T3 Twitter and Facebook feeds.
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| Sony Ericsson Windows Phone 7 handset will not be released Posted: 08 Mar 2011 03:02 AM PST Images are real, but phone won't be hitting shelves says mobile watcher. The leaked Sony Ericsson Windows Phone 7 handset which caused such a stir earlier this week will not be released. That’s according to renowned mobile watcher Eldar Murtazin, who says that the blower was only ever a prototype.
Rumours flew after the photos were first seen, with Sony Ericsson having committed itself to making a Windows Phone before going all in with Google Android. However, while SE could still unleash a WP7 cell, this won’t be it.
Little is known about the prototype, other than its Xperia-esque design and choice of operating system. With SE’s new Android phones so sleek, it’s hard to see where this would fit in right now.
Gutted this isn’t Sony Ericsson’s official WP7 phone? Tell us on our Facebook and Twitter pages.
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| Windows Phone 7: Copy and paste available on HTC Mozart Posted: 08 Mar 2011 03:00 AM PST Leaked update ROM available to download now... Windows Phone 7 is an undoubtedly (and somewhat uncharacteristically for Microsoft) slick and pretty mobile operating system, but it does have a few missing fundamental features. One of which is the ability to copy and paste, which these days is a must.
Microsoft is set to imminently release a software update to add that essential functionality, but there’s good news for those who can’t wait – the update has appeared online as a ROM for the HTC Mozart. Install the ROM from the source link below at XDA-Forums, and your Mozart will be gifted the update – known as NoDo – as well as have any network branding (Orange, for example) removed from its OS. This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| iPhone 5 to host 64GB storage following prototype leak? Posted: 08 Mar 2011 02:52 AM PST Upcoming iPhone to follow iPhone 4 prototype to 64GB storage capacity A prototype iPhone 4 has emerged with a number of leaked images showing that Apple was working on a 64GB model ahead of the device’s launch last June.
Although only 16GB and 32GB versions of the fourth-generation Apple blower made it to stores, the leaked images reveal a 64GB capacity handset was in the works, hinting towards a possible larger storage addition to the upcoming range of iPhone 5 handsets.
With tech blog GeekyGadgets declaring: “this gives us a good idea that the new iPhone 5 will come with 64GB of storage,” the potentially upped capacity of the iPhone 5 is believed to be joined by the same A5 dual-core processor that will feature in the recently unveiled iPad 2 and, if rumours are to be believed, a new metallic back casing with the handset’s antenna built in to the rear mounted Apple logo.
What features would you most like to see on the mooted Apple iPhone 5? Let us know via the T3 Twitter and Facebook feeds. While you wait for the iPhone 5 check out our hands-on video with the latest Apple device, the iPad 2.
Apple iPad 2 hands-on video
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| Philips 9000 Series Smart LED TV officially announced Posted: 08 Mar 2011 02:42 AM PST 9000 Series is the fastest LCD screen on the planet. According to Philips... Philips has unveiled its 9000 Series Smart LED TV that it claims is the fastest LCD screen on the market.
Measuring in at less than 40mm thick, the 9000 delivers full HD 3D using Active 3D technology and also boasts real-time 2D to 3D conversion.
3D Max technology which can process two billion pixels per second ensures great clarity and sharpness, while the fastest response rate claim comes courtesy of a 400Hz Clear LCD display that has a 0.5 millisecond response time.
To give your 3D added brightness, there’s 3D Super Resolution while LED Pro technology gives images extreme contrast. In the sound department, a 40W soundstage should do audio justice to your favourite 3D flicks.
Jumping aboard the Smart TV train, you’ll be able to access movie rental stores, and get access to Facebook and Twitter all which can alternatively be controlled by your smartphone or tablet.
If that’s not enough to whet your appetite, Philips is also offering full-screen gaming that can be either split screen in 2D mode or a 3D mode where each player can simultaneously see his or her view on the entire TV screen.
There has been no confirmation of a release date or pricing for the 9000 Series, but we'll keep you posted as soon as we know more. We imagine it won’t be cheap. Link: Philips
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| Posted: 08 Mar 2011 02:03 AM PST Fanboy makes sure he's first in line for next-gen Apple slate. Think you’re desperate to get hold of an iPad 2? Not as desperate as Justin Wagoner, who’s already pitched a tent outside his local Apple store in Dallas, Texas, ahead of the iPad 2’s US release on 11 March. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Apple iPad 2 video
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Wagoner has previous when it comes to queueing early for Apple gadgets. He pulled a similar stunt last summer when the iPhone 4 was unleashed, and has gained such a rep for his hard love of Cupertino’s kit that he’s been dubbed iJustin.
He’s even launched an official site, iJustinofficial.com and will be streaming video of the moment he hands over his credit card for the iPad 2.
Dedication? Or just insane? Tell us what you think of this Apple fanboy’s wait for the iPad 2 on our Facebook and Twitter pages now.
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| News@10: Facebook suicide scheme and tablet growth Posted: 08 Mar 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. TuesdaySOCIAL NEWS @TechWatch - Facebook launches suicide alert scheme with Samaritans
TABLET NEWS @ITProPortal - Tablet market to grow to 185 million by end of 2014
SOFTWARE NEWS @TrustedReviews - Adobe trailing Flash to HTML5 converter
MOBILE NEWS @TechRadar - Microsoft to pay Nokia $1bn in Windows Phone 7 deal
MOBILE NEWS @TechRadar - Three launches unlimited PAYG data plans
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| Spotify hits one million paid subscribers Posted: 08 Mar 2011 01:01 AM PST Premium and Unlimited offerings help Spotify to one million paying punters in Europe. Spotify has passed one million paid subscribers in Europe. The Swedish streaming service, which lets you listen to and share playlists with your pals, hit one million users across its free and paid for offerings two years ago.
Spotify founder Daniel Ek said, “It’s a testament to our fantastic users who continue to support us and spread the Spotify word, either by telling friends or sharing some of the 200 million playlists that you’ve put together so far.”
Ek said there were, “…even more cool new features,” to come, but kept tight-lipped on when the much-mooted US Spotify launch would take place.
Paying punters can choose between Spotify Unlimited for £4.99, which offers ad-free playback via PC or Mac, or Spotify Premium, which lets music lovers stream tunes using the service’s iPhone, Android and Symbian apps.
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| Xbox 360 price cut coming in June? Posted: 07 Mar 2011 11:48 PM PST Michael Pachter says Microsoft will slash cost of console this summer. Microsoft is plotting a price cut for the Xbox 360 this June and will announce its plans at this year’s E3 in Los Angeles. That’s according to gaming analyst Michael Pachter, a man renowned for being on the money when it comes to matters like these.
He reckons that with costs not being officially slashed for 18 months, the time is ripe for Microsoft to steal a march on its rivals, especially with Kinect still riding high. “We believe that Microsoft is in the driver's seat on pricing, and believe that the company may consider a price cut for the core console plus Kinect to under $300 (£185) in June,” he said. Such a bundle costs £255 on these shores at the moment.
What’s more Pachter thinks Microsoft’s move will lead to the PS3 and Wii being slashed in order to compete. He says the Wii’s fading popularity could be tempered by a price cut and expects all three consoles to be $50 cheaper by Christmas.
Are you holding out for a cheap console? Will Microsoft really use E3 to put the Xbox 360 into the bargain bucket? Tell us what you think on our Facebook and Twitter pages now.
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| Google Maps Navigation gets rerouting skills Posted: 07 Mar 2011 11:32 PM PST Big G reveal latest add-on to TomTom-bashing freebie. Google has given its ace Maps Navigation app an update, bringing automatic rerouting to the gratis satnav add-on. That means your phone will now work its way around traffic snarls without you having to do a thing.
The idea, says the Big G, is to get you from A to B as fast as possible, rather than simply picking the fastest route geographically and leaving you to it. The use of real time traffic info is nothing new: TomTom has done it with is HD Traffic and IQ Routes features for years. The difference is, Google Maps Navigation doesn’t cost you a penny.
Google will also be using historical data to calculate the smartest routes for you to take, with the aim of making tiresome traffic jams a thing of the past.
Got the Google Maps Navigation update? Tell us what you think on our Facebook and Twitter pages now.
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