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- News@8pm: iPad price slash, HTC mobiles leaked
- Tapmag.co.uk lands with iPhone and iPad app reviews
- Samsung 3D VOD service hits Korean ahead of UK launch
- The Daily confirmed to hit iPad and iPad 2 in UK by June
- Google revamps search app for iOS
- App sensation Doodle Jump to land on Kinect via Xbox Live
- Sonic and Street Fighter team up for Japan earthquake
- Audi Carbon Ski concept unveiled with sleek design
- Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 teaser video released online
- Apple iPad 2 Smart Cover clone lands
- HTC Pyramid, Prime and Ignite spied
- T-Mobile and Groupon join forces to offer iPad for £49
- Nintendo 3DS: New Super Street Fighter IV 3D Edition ad
- Nintendo Wii 2 to be announced at E3 in June?
- BlackBerry PlayBook FaceTime rival planned
- News@10: Ubisoft Rocksmith unveiled and Facebook app
- Microsoft Zune gets the chop
- iPad 2 Japan launch delayed
- Nokia tablet detailed
| News@8pm: iPad price slash, HTC mobiles leaked Posted: 16 Mar 2011 01:00 PM PDT Welcome to your nightly round-up of the day's news and goings on courtesy of T3.com. The price crash of the original iPad following the announcement of the iPad 2 is well underway, with peddlars of ridiculous deals Groupon teaming up with T-Mobile to offer the original iPad for only £49 on contract. But will anyone really want to be stuck on a two year contract with an iPad that's already looking a little shabby around the edges? Take a look at our iPad 2 unboxing video below to see what you'd be missing.
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| Tapmag.co.uk lands with iPhone and iPad app reviews Posted: 16 Mar 2011 10:34 AM PDT iPad and iPhone app review site goes live Future Publishing, the parent company of T3 and T3.com has today announced the official launch of Tapmag.co.uk, a leading site for iPhone and iPad app reviews.
Joining the physical publication of the same name, Tapmag.co.uk is live now with thousands already reviewed. More of the great, and not so great, iOS applications will be getting the Tap.co.uk treatment on a daily basis.
Phin added: “We and our sister magazines select and thoroughly review hundreds of apps, and our easy-to-navigate site makes it simple to find the very best apps and games in dozens of categories.”
Doing away with Flash compatibility worries and optimisation concerns, Phin concluded on the Tapmag.co.uk launch: “It works great on Macs, PCs and iPads, and we’ve even made it easy to read and navigate on iPhone and iPod touch as well.”
Whilst taking the time to check out Tapmag.co.uk point your browser in the direction of the T3 App Chart and let us know what you think of both via the T3 Twitter and Facebook feeds. This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Samsung 3D VOD service hits Korean ahead of UK launch Posted: 16 Mar 2011 09:45 AM PDT US and Europe to follow Korea with 3D VOD service Samsung has announced it is to launch a 3D video-on-demand service in its native Korea with plans for a US and European rollout.
Landing in the company’s home nation today, the 3D VOD service is to launch with a variety of content from the DreamWorks studio as 3D films, movie trailers and music videos are all offered up to users touting internet connected 3DTVs. Children’s and educational content will complete the launch offerings.
Whilst it is currently unknown which European nations will receive the service and on what date this may happen, the UK is widely predicted as one of the first stops for the extra-dimensional on-demand offering.
Would readily available 3D VOD content tempt you in to splashing out on a pricey 3DTV? Let us know via the T3 Twitter and Facebook feeds.
Via: CNet This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| The Daily confirmed to hit iPad and iPad 2 in UK by June Posted: 16 Mar 2011 08:37 AM PDT Daily heads confirms global rollout plans The Daily, the iPad specific newspaper from Apple and News Corp is to hit UK iPads and iPad 2s by June, a representative for the tablet publication has confirmed.
Having launched in the US last month, Chief Digital Officer at The Daily, Jonathan Miller, has revealed News Corp is to roll the iPad newspaper across global markets with the UK and Western Europe kicking off proceedings in the first half of this year.
Currently available in the US for 14 cents per day (roughly eight pence), pricing for UK and European editions of The Daily are currently unknown. Although exclusive to Apple’s range of iPad tablets at present, it is believed The Daily will be rolled out to Android devices later this spring.
Are you keen to get hold of The Daily here in the UK or are you happy with top level online news apps such as BBC News? Let us now via the T3 Twitter and Facebook feeds.
Via: TechRadar | Via: TheTelegraph This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Google revamps search app for iOS Posted: 16 Mar 2011 08:01 AM PDT Google moves away from mobile web search with a dedicated iOS app Google has launched a new search app for iPhone, iPod touch and iPad, integrating a host of new search options, a funky new design and the Google Apps suite.
In this self-contained app, web searches can be typed in the traditional way or can be conducted by voice search or image search, which uses the awesome Google Goggles based on photos taken on the device's camera. Users can now sign-in to their Google accounts for customised searches.
When you open the app, you'll see a standard search bar at the top of the screen and an Apps tab at the bottom. Summoning that tab will serve up a list of available apps like Docs, Calendar, Buzz, News, YouTube and the rest of the suite. It will also show you how many unread messages or notifications you have in apps like Gmail and Buzz.
Apps will load either in Safari or through the many standalone apps available in the App Store, such as Google Maps, Google Earth and Google Voice. The web searches themselves remain within the Google Search app, and a simple swipe to the right reveals a tap for limiting your search to images, videos, shopping and the usual host of options.
It's a fine update from Google, but we'd love to see a lot more of the apps contained within rather than farming things like Gmail and Calendar farmed out to Safari. The Gmail app is brilliant on Android and it'd be great to get one for iOS owners too.
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| App sensation Doodle Jump to land on Kinect via Xbox Live Posted: 16 Mar 2011 07:29 AM PDT Kinect to get Doodle Jump invasion Mobile application mega hit Doodle Jump is to hit Xbox Live Arcade as a downloadable mini-game fully compatible with Microsoft’s Xbox Kinect peripheral, developers Lima Sky have announced.
An app sensation for the iPhone and Android devices with more than 10 million paid for downloads, Lima Sky’s plans for a Kinect compatible Doodle Jump release follow musings for a full optimised iPad release and multiplayer options for iPhone gamers.
Doodle Jump’s move to mainstream games consoles will not be the first such move from an application born game. Arguably the most renowned mobile app in the world, Angry Birds has been confirmed by developer Rovio to be heading to all major platforms, consoles and numerous other outlets with an extra-dimensional offering scheduled to hit the upcoming Nintendo 3DS later in the year.
What mobile applications would you most like to see land on mainstream consoles? Let us know via the T3 Twitter and Facebook feeds.
Via: CVG This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Sonic and Street Fighter team up for Japan earthquake Posted: 16 Mar 2011 07:17 AM PDT Get your classic gaming fix and help the victims of the Japan earthquake in one go. Picking up either Street Fighter IV or any of the Sonic the Hedgehog titles from the App Store will see all the proceeds from the app donated straight to charity to help rescuers in Japan until March 20th. This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Audi Carbon Ski concept unveiled with sleek design Posted: 16 Mar 2011 05:58 AM PDT Audi hit the slopes with new Carbon Ski concept Car giant Audi has unveiled an exclusive pair of branded carbon fibre skis that combine decades of vehicle technology and practises into the ultimate winter accessory.
With the Ski season drawing to a close, Audi has officially unveiled the Audi Carbon Ski concept which it claims “may become available in winter 2011/2012,” giving you plenty of time to save the pennies for what will no doubt be a lavish addition to your winter wears.
- Audi Carbon Ski pictures: Click here for more images
He added: “The serial-production ski was able to borrow from the concept study, and it features outstanding technical properties. At the same time, its minimalist design underscores the technical nature of the carbon.”
Are the Audi Carbon Skis more style of substance or a beautiful blend of function and design? Let us know what you think via the T3 Twitter and Facebook feeds. This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 teaser video released online Posted: 16 Mar 2011 04:54 AM PDT 8.9-inch Samsung tablet expected to join 7-inch and 10.1-inch siblings Samsung has once again offered a sneak peak of the 8.9-inch Galaxy Tab it is widely expected to launch next week as a tantalising teaser video is released online.
Tipped by the Korean tech giant as a “Special Episode” in the series of Samsung Mobile Unpacked 2011 events, the unveiling, scheduled to take place in Orlando, Florida next Tuesday, March 22nd, is expected to see the launch of the latest Samsung Galaxy Tab device, one that will sport a new 8.9-inch form factor.
If Samsung does choose to officially unveil the Galaxy Tab 8.9 next week it would fall between the US and UK arrivals of Apple’s second generation tablet, the iPad 2 and precede the official May launch of the Galaxy Tab 10.1 that was unveiled at Mobile World Congress last month with a dual-core processor and front and rear mounted cameras.
Can Samsung’s variety of tablet sizes tackle Apple’s market leading iPad? 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 |
| Apple iPad 2 Smart Cover clone lands Posted: 16 Mar 2011 04:32 AM PDT First iPad 2 Smart Cover imitator surfaces The first clone of the Apple iPad 2 Smart Cover has arrived in the shape of the PixelSkin HD Wrap case.
- PixelSkin HD Wrap case pictures
The third party iPad 2 add-on which is available from Speck, shares more than a passing resemblance to the official accessory shown off with the iPad 2 at the beginning of the month.
With a 'stylish matte finish', the PixelSkin case enables you to fold for prime viewing and typing, just like the Smart Cover. Notably however, there's no sign of those magnets, but in its place you'll find micro suction to keep your next gen Apple tablet tucked away snug.
Priced in at $49.95, it's cheaper than the leather Smart Cover ($69), but more expensive than the polyurethane version ($39).
If the PixelSkin HD Wrap case doesn't take your fancy, you can always check out our round up of the best iPad 2 cases and accessories here.
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| HTC Pyramid, Prime and Ignite spied Posted: 16 Mar 2011 04:01 AM PDT Specced up Pyramid leads the line of new HTC blowers. Renders of a trio of new HTC phones have just hit the web. The Taiwanese tech titan only recently touted its latest line-up at MWC, but with the likes of the Desire S and Incredible S soon hitting shelves, these new numbers look like they’ll be dominating the rumour mill for some time.
First up is the HTC Pyramid. Rumoured to come with Android 3.0 Honeycomb, it packs in a 4.3-inch 960x540 panel, 768MB of RAM, an 8 megapixel snapper slapped on the back and a 1.3MP peeper up front.
The HTC Ignite and Prime are both Windows Phone 7 handsets, the former coming with a 3.7-inch screen and 5MP camera. The latter packs in the same specs, but with a slideout keyboard for tapping out texts.
There’s no news on when these cells will be out in the wild, but expect to see and hear plenty more about them before they get official.
Via Engadget This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| T-Mobile and Groupon join forces to offer iPad for £49 Posted: 16 Mar 2011 03:59 AM PDT Original iPad price cuts continue ahead of iPad 2 arrival Network provider T-Mobile has teamed up with deals website Groupon to offer the original Apple iPad tablet for just £49.
Whilst this cut-price deal might seem like a money saver at first glance, rival Three is currently offering the original Apple tablet for £99 with the two year contract to cost consumers just £20 per month with 15GB of inclusive data. Although forking out more upfront, those taking up Three’s offer will save £70 over two years on those snapping up the T-Mobile, Groupon deal.
As the UK prepares for the arrival of the iPad 2 on March 25th, T-Mobile, its Everything Everywhere partner Orange, Vodafone and Three have all announced they will stock the upcoming device, O2 has said it will not be offering subsidised iPad 2s. Further details of the network’s respective iPad 2 deals and data rates is currently unknown.
Are you tempted by the cut priced iPad or holding out for the imminent iPad 2 arrival? Let us know via the T3 Twitter and Facebook feeds. Whilst waiting on the iPad 2 why not check out our ten things to do iPad 2 hands-on video below.
Apple iPad 2: 10 Things to do
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| Nintendo 3DS: New Super Street Fighter IV 3D Edition ad Posted: 16 Mar 2011 03:47 AM PDT Eminem-style rap reaches out to Da Kidz Capcom has launched its official trailer for Super Street Fighter IV 3D Edition on the Nintendo 3DS, which is currently showing on US TV. Nintendo 3DS Hands-on review |
| Nintendo Wii 2 to be announced at E3 in June? Posted: 16 Mar 2011 03:38 AM PDT Follow-up to Nintendo's motion-controlled cash cow may finally make its appearance at this year's E3. We've already heard talk of Nintendo gearing up to announce the Wii 2 at E3, and now Frank Gibeau, label head at EA games, has chucked in his two cents on the rumours, calling the Wii a "legacy console" and hinting that Nintendo are indeed putting together an updated version of the bestselling, motion-controlled console. This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| BlackBerry PlayBook FaceTime rival planned Posted: 16 Mar 2011 03:21 AM PDT RIM reveals plans to take on FaceTime with dedicated app for new tablet. The BlackBerry PlayBook is set to get its own dedicated video conferencing app. That’s the word from the Canadian company’s David Heit, who says the new offering will be available, “…very soon.”
The new effort will be seen as a direct competitor to Apple’s FaceTime, which is now available on the iPad as well as the iPhone and iPod touch. Until now, it had been assumed that the front and rear-facing cameras on the PlayBook would utilise a third party video app like Skype.
Heit refused to hand over specific details, but the timeframe suggests this will be sitting pretty on the PlayBook at release. The iPad-battler is due out in early April, six months after it was first announced.
Enough to make you buy a PlayBook? Or has RIM left its slate’s release too late? Tell us what you think on our Facebook and Twitter pages now. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- BlackBerry Playbook video
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| News@10: Ubisoft Rocksmith unveiled and Facebook app Posted: 16 Mar 2011 03:00 AM PDT 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. WednesdayGAMING NEWS @Independent - Motorstorm: Apocalyse delayed in Europe
GAMING NEWS @MCV - Ubisoft reveals Rocksmith
ONLINE NEWS @TechRadar - eBay offers 50 free listings a month for all
IPAD NEWS @PocketLint - Vodafone iPad 2 coming soon
APP NEWS @GeekyGadgets - Facebook for Android gets updated
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| Posted: 16 Mar 2011 02:00 AM PDT Insider claims Zune focus will shift to Xbox 360 and Windows Phone 7. Microsoft is killing off its Zune MP3 player, five years after it was first released in an attempt to stymy the dominance of Apple’s iPod. The news comes from a Bloomberg report, which says it garnered the info, “…from a person familiar with the decision”.
The source claims that “tepid demand” has caused Redmond to have a rethink about its iPod rival, which has only ever been released in North America. Zune software can currently be found on Windows Phone 7 and Xbox 360.
Microsoft declined to comment on the speculation, but said, “Our long-term strategy focuses on the strength of the entire Zune ecosystem across Microsoft platforms.” With the MP3 market down in decline as smartphones take over, surely killing off the Zune is a smart move.
What do you think? Should the Big M kiss goodbye to its Zune player? Tell us what you think on our Facebook and Twitter pages now.
Via Bloomberg This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Posted: 16 Mar 2011 12:42 AM PDT Apple refuses to set new date as Japan reels from earthquake fall out. Apple has decided to delay the release of the iPad 2 in Japan, following last week’s earthquake, tsunami and continuing nuclear crisis.
Cupertino released a statement last night saying, “We are delaying the launch of the iPad 2 in Japan while the country and our teams focus on recovering from the recent disaster.” The iPad 2 has been scheduled to launch on 25 March, the same day the UK. No new release date has been set.
The move comes as Apple and others look to distance themselves from the frivolity of technology in the wake of one of the 21st centuries worst natural disasters. The company has been letting people use its stores to attempt to contact loved ones and take shelter.
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| Posted: 16 Mar 2011 12:30 AM PDT Year-old drawing suggests Nokia tablet has already been shelved. A Nokia tablet was gossiped over avidly last year, yet never materialised. But now new drawings, released by the US Patent and Trademark office, show just what Espoo had planned.
We say had, because the pics date from May last year, which points to this being a MeeGo slate. With Nokia having relegated its open source OS in favour of Windows Phone 7, it seems this tab will never actually hit the shelves.
The Nokia tablet appears to clock in around 9-inches, with design quirks taken from the Nokia N8. As well as this design, Nokia also set out plans for a different slate, which eschewed N8 styling.
With Windows Phone 7 not heading to tablets, it’s highly unlikely Nokia will releases these tabs any time soon. But with Windows 8 round the corner, perhaps it’ll see fit to release something similar in 2012.
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