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- iPhone app news: Vonage offers international calls through iTunes
- New@8pm: Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 and Call of Duty DLC
- Over 90 per cent of young adults use the internet daily
- Griffin IntelliCase lands as iPad 2 SmartCover alternative
- Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 release date for Wii set
- RIM to launch new BlackBerry Curve handset with OS 7
- Sony PlayStation Vita UK release delayed until 2012?
- British Library iPad app increases collection
- Call of Duty: Black Ops Rezurrection DLC announced
- Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 out 12 August
- Find My Mac feature rolls out to devs
- Microsoft hits back in Google patent spat
- Sony S1 and S2 screens leaked
- Google slams Microsoft and Apple over mobile patents
- Tech Today: Facebook tag suggestions deemed illegal
| iPhone app news: Vonage offers international calls through iTunes Posted: 04 Aug 2011 02:11 PM PDT
Unique payment method offers easier international calls. Popular VoIP service Vonage has launched a new app for iPhone, which allows users users to make cheap international calls on the fly and pay for them via their iTunes account.
The Time to Call app, which is free to download, allows users to make a call up to 15 minutes in length through VoIP to landlines or mobiles over Wi-Fi and 3G.
Users are charged per call, with each 15 minute session costing £1.49 to 100 countries. Calls to an additional 90 countries start at £1.99 and everything is then charged to the iTunes account associated with the iPhone, iPad or iPod touch.
More good news arises from the fact that anything under the 15 minute call limit can be used for your next conversation, so there's no wastage if you're only on the phone for five minutes or so.
Each download includes a free 15 minute call, with no further commitment necessary, so it's definitely worth a download.
It's certainly a little more convenient than constantly topping up Google Voice credit, if you just need to make a call in a hurry and the blanket rate lets you know exactly how much your international chin wag is going to cost.
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| New@8pm: Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 and Call of Duty DLC Posted: 04 Aug 2011 12:00 PM PDT
Welcome to your nightly round-up of the day's news and goings on courtesy of T3.com It was announced today that Samsung’s new Galaxy Tab 8.9 will be out on August 12th. The new tab is a smaller version of its 10.1-inch sibling and is available for pre-order on Amazon. Sony has ‘accidently’ leaked images of its forthcoming tablets the S1 and S2, pulling them off the web just hours later. The pics seemed to show the tabs sporting Android 3.2, although a separate snap revealed them packing Android 3.1. Guess we’ll have to wait and see.
In other Sony news the UK release date of the Sony PlayStation Vita is getting pushed back to 2012. Coming directly from the Sony head office itself, this certainly is disappointing news for anyone who’s already put the console on their Christmas list. But fear not, you can now ask Santa for Pure’s new Move 2500 portable DAB and FM radio device, and it’ll be a lot cheaper too, setting you back at a ‘mere’ £89.99.
In the world of games, the upcoming Call of Duty: Black Ops Rezurrection DLC will be out on the Xbox Live Marketplace on August 23rd. Also available on PS3 and PC, the new content will include five new zombie maps, and no doubt blow a gigantic hole in your wallet. Having already been confirmed for release on November 8th for Xbox 360, PS4 and PC, it was announced today that Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 will also be available on the Wii and be released sometime before the end of the year.
Today saw Apple’s Find My Mac feature sent to developers who now have first-hand access to the newly released beta of the upcoming iCoud service. The service is officially out on wide release next month. And finally, already containing over 40,000 fully digitised copies of novel, poems and historical documents, the British Library iPad app has increased its collection and will now carry more than 65,000 works. This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Over 90 per cent of young adults use the internet daily Posted: 04 Aug 2011 09:26 AM PDT
91 per cent of 18-25 year olds go online daily a new poll has claimed More than 90 per cent of 18 to 25 year olds use the internet everyday, a poll of 1,488 Britons carried out my MyVoucherCodes has revealed.
Of the 91 per cent of respondents who said they used the web everyday, 71 per cent said they predominately accessed the internet to utilise social media accounts whilst 59 per cent said one of their main reasons was for work or study purposes.
Of the mere 9 per cent of 18 to 25 year olds who claimed not to access the internet every day the main reason for not doing so was that they “couldn’t be bothered.” Just four of the 1,488 people questioned said they didn’t have access to the internet.
“Although I think it is quite obvious that everyone uses the internet a lot, it’s still quite shocking to see the figures,” Mark Pearson, chairman of MyVoucherCodes.co.uk said. He added: “Obviously the internet is a great resource to have at our fingertips, but that doesn’t mean we have to use it all the time.”
Do you use the internet every day? Other than checking T3 what are your main reasons for going online let us know via the T3 Twitter and Facebook feeds. This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Griffin IntelliCase lands as iPad 2 SmartCover alternative Posted: 04 Aug 2011 08:42 AM PDT
iPad 2 case launched by Griffin as the IntelliCase lands as Apple SmartCover alternative Accessory powerhouse Griffin has launched its latest protective cover for the iPad 2 with the Griffin IntelliCase taking a number of design tips from Apple’s own iPad SmartCover.
Building on Apple’s tri-fold design which boasts magnets in the case cover to automatically wake and put into sleep the market leading tablet when opened and closed respectively, the Griffin IntelliCase is crafted from polycarbonate to offer more protection and show less wear than Apple’s accessory.
Set to hit stores later this month the Griffin Intellicase is to be made available from Tesco stores priced £39.99, £5 more than the polyurethane Apple SmartCover.
What is the best iPad 2 case you have see so far be it funny, functional or just darn attractive? Let us know via the T3 Twitter and Facebook feeds. This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 release date for Wii set Posted: 04 Aug 2011 08:10 AM PDT
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 release to be followed by Wii title launch Activision has confirmed the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 release date for the Nintendo Wii revealing the first person shooter will hit the Nintendo console later this year.
With the Xbox, PlayStation and PC Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 release date set for November 8th the game’s publisher has revealed the Wii MW3 offering will also land before the end of the year marking an earlier arrival than previous COD offerings on the motion-gaming console.
Whilst Activision has revealed the Wii will get Modern Warfare 3 before the end of the year the gaming giant has failed to confirm an exact date or even what studio has been handed responsibility of the Nintendo-bound release.
Which of the leading FPS franchises are you most excited about playing, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 or Battlefield 3? Let us know via the T3 Twitter and Facebook feeds or make your opinion count by registering your opinion in the T3 reader poll. This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| RIM to launch new BlackBerry Curve handset with OS 7 Posted: 04 Aug 2011 04:54 AM PDT
New BlackBerry Curve release imminent suggests RIM's UK Chief Having officially unveiled the new BlackBerry OS 7 operating system yesterday alongside five new devices RIM looks set to add to its budget smartphone range in the coming months as the company’s UK chief hints at more handset arrivals.
Speaking with T3’s sister site TechRadar Stephen Bates, RIM’s UK chief hinted towards another imminent handset arrival stating that Curve users and the company’s budget smartphone demographics will see a product announcement shortly.
"What's interesting is the feedback we're getting is once those people have become used to those services is they want to do more, and we see that group of customers as a great base for BlackBerry. So we intend to serve them very well at a future point."
Yesterday’s BB7 announcement saw the Canadian firm unveiled the BlackBerry Torch 9810 and the BlackBerry Bold 9900. Both devices are to land sporting the new BlackBerry OS 7 and a 1.2GHz processor with the BlackBerry Bold 9900 UK release date confirmed for August 18th.
Which of the new BlackBerry handsets do you think are best? Can any of them make an impact in the increasingly crowded smartphone market? Let us know what you think via the T3 Twitter and Facebook feeds.
Via: TechRadar This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Sony PlayStation Vita UK release delayed until 2012? Posted: 04 Aug 2011 03:58 AM PDT
The PlayStation Vita UK release date is moved back to 2012 suggests Sony head Sony has reportedly confirmed the PlayStation Vita UK release date will now not happen until early 2012 with Japan the only region set to stock the next-generation portable games console ahead of Christmas.
Having previously promised a “phased global rollout” starting later this year Sony’s Executive Vice President Kaz Hirai is reported by the Associated Press to have revealed that whilst the PS Vita will launch in Japan later this year, US and UK releases have been postponed until early 2012.
The latest reports come just a week after leaked stock listings suggested the PS Vita would hit the UK on October 28th, perfectly timed for the pre-Christmas shopping rush casting shadows of doubt over when the eagerly awaited console will finally land.
Is there room for the Sony PlayStation Vita or does smartphone gaming now control the portable gaming industry? Let us know what you think via the T3 Twitter and Facebook feeds.
Source: Sony PlayStation Vita video | T3 Tech Videos
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| British Library iPad app increases collection Posted: 04 Aug 2011 03:24 AM PDT
Found yourself longing for a bit of classic reading, from Sherlock Holmes to the Canterbury Tales, look no further. The British Library is on the cusp of increasing the collection of it's iPad app to 65,000 works, the app already contains around 40,000 fully digitised copies of novels, ancient poems, and historical accounts.
While it does cost (£1.99 a month), the increase of around 25,000 is just the next step in making as much of their collection available on the move. If that wasn't enough it's also in partnership with Google to digitise a further staggering 250,000 public domain works.
The works have been painstakingly digitised and are available with all the original drawings and annotations, because of the way they have been digitised however the files are of an extremely large size. What this simply means is that the whole collection remains in the 'cloud' ready to be accessed via the app.
Are the days of getting a book out from a library coming to a close, is it a good thing? Let us know what you think on Facebook and Twitter.
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| Call of Duty: Black Ops Rezurrection DLC announced Posted: 04 Aug 2011 03:17 AM PDT
Call of Duty: Black Ops Rezurrection DLC release dateunveiled as August 23rd Despite gearing up to the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 release date Activision has unveiled the latest Call of Duty: Black Ops DLC with Rezurrection to land later this month as a zombie only content addition.
Adding five Zombie maps to the globally successful first person shooter the Call of Duty: Black Ops Rezurrection DLC will hit the Xbox Live Marketplace on August 23rd ahead of PS3 and PC releases later in the year.
"Four are remastered and upgraded versions of the World at War Zombies maps that started it all - Nacht der Untoten, Verruckt, Shi No Numa and Der Riese," a spokesperson for Activision said on the upcoming DLC levels.
They added: "If you were introduced to Zombies gameplay with Black Ops, these are the historical maps that will fill in some of the backstory for you - and in addition to updated weapons and polish, they each still have their own surprises to offer."
The one completely new level will still offer some surprises, however, with the ‘Moon’ map based where its name suggests as Activision announces “the rules of engagement will apparently be changing.”
Can Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 live up to the standards of previous COD offerings including Call of Duty: Black Ops? Let us know what you think via the T3 Twitter and Facebook feeds.
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| Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 out 12 August Posted: 04 Aug 2011 03:01 AM PDT
Galaxy Tab 10.1 sibling finally ready for release. Don’t fancy the newly-launched Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1? Want something similar but smaller? Then Amazon has the answer. It’s just listed the Galaxy Tab 8.9 for release on 12 August.
The official page over at the online retailer’s site says the slate will cost £605.34 for the white 3G model. The slimline tablet only measures 8.6mm thin and tips the scales at just 470g. Android Honeycomb is sitting pretty under the hood.
The device is a decent option for those who aren’t keen on an iPad 2, but don’t fancy the capacious stylings of the Galaxy Tab 10.1.
Tempted? Tell us whether you’re planning on snagging a Galaxy Tab 8.9 now over on our Facebook and Twitter pages.
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| Find My Mac feature rolls out to devs Posted: 04 Aug 2011 02:08 AM PDT
Devs getting first play ahead of official release next month. Apple’s Find My Mac feature has rolled out to developers who have access to the newly released beta of the forthcoming iCloud service. iCloud.com threw open its doors earlier this week, allowing a privileged few to play with the storage and syncing service.
Find My Mac uses Wi-Fi rather than GPS to track a devices location. It means if it’s missing or stolen, you can track it down and either message the person using it, lock it or wipe the hard drive to save strangers accessing your data.
This new function mimics the ace Find My iPhone feature, which aims to prevent data from your phone getting into the wrong hands, as well as providing a nifty way to get hold of your blower after you’ve dropped it on a hazy night out.
For more on iCloud and all the latest Apple news, stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter pages.
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| Microsoft hits back in Google patent spat Posted: 04 Aug 2011 12:22 AM PDT
Big M first to shoot back in what will doubtless lead to more legal wrangling. Microsoft has hit back at accusations levelled by Google that it and Apple are indulging in attempts to buy up patents in order to stymy smartphone development and levy a “tax” on Android phones.
Google’s Chief Legal Officer, David Drummond, used the search giant’s official blog, to claim Microsoft and Apple were “banding together” to buy patents from Novell, “…to make sure Google didn’t get them.”
In response, Microsoft lawyer Brad Smith took to Twitter, saying, “Google says we bought Novell patents to keep them from Google. Really? We asked them to bid jointly with us. They said no.”
Apple and Microsoft say they bid for the patents together in order to stop smaller companies and individuals suing them in the future.
Smith’s assertion that Microsoft asked Google to come on board appears to be backed up by an email revealed by Microsoft communications chief Frank Shaw, sent from Google lawyer Kent Walker. In it, Walker says, “After talking with people here (Google), it sounds as though for various reasons a joint bid wouldn't be advisable for us on this one.” That suggests Google was keen initially and will doubtless fuel the debate about why the Big G has written such an inflammatory piece about its competitors.
What will Google’s response be to these Microsoft claims? Stay tuned and we’ll bring you all the details we get them.
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| Posted: 03 Aug 2011 11:47 PM PDT
Sony slips info online, then pulls pics hours later. Sony has let slip screens of its forthcoming S1 and S2 tablets, replete with info about which version of Google Android the iPad challengers will be running. The images were loaded up to a Sony support forum and formed part of a since pulled troubleshooting document.
The images appear to show the S1 and S2 packing Android 3.2, although a separate snap has the device running Android 3.1. Either way, these are only iterative updates, so nothing to stop desperate Sony fans busting out their wallets.
Otherwise, the shots reveal information on the apps included on the devices, with Crash Bandicoot and Crackle making an appearance.
The S1 and S2 are expected to be released next month, with Sony hoping they can take up the mantle of iPad rivals-in-chief. Planning on snagging one? Tell us now over on our Facebook and Twitter pages.
Source: Sony S1 and S2 video | T3 Tech Videos
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| Google slams Microsoft and Apple over mobile patents Posted: 03 Aug 2011 11:36 PM PDT
Google accuses Cupertino and Big M of looking to impose "tax" on patents. The war between Google and Apple has been escalating ever since the Big G decided to develop Android. And now the search giant has used its official blog to launch a blistering attack on Cupertino, as well as Microsoft, for using dirty tactics to hamper Android’s growth.
The post, written by Google Senior Vice President and Chief Legal Officer David Drummond, says Android has led to, “…a hostile, organized [sic] campaign against Android by Microsoft, Oracle, Apple and other companies, waged through bogus patents.”
Drummond continues, “They’re doing this by banding together to acquire Novell’s old patents (the “CPTN” group including Microsoft and Apple) and Nortel’s old patents (the “Rockstar” group including Microsoft and Apple), to make sure Google didn’t get them; seeking $15 licensing fees for every Android device; attempting to make it more expensive for phone manufacturers to license Android (which we provide free of charge) than Windows Phone.”
The blog goes on to claim that these “anti-competitive” measures have led to the price of patents being needlessly inflated. He says Android’s rivals want to slap a “tax” on phones backed by Google, stating, “They want to make it harder for manufacturers to sell Android devices.”
This is incendiary stuff and could lead to all out warfare in the battle for smartphone supremacy. Hit the link below to see the full blogpost now.
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| Tech Today: Facebook tag suggestions deemed illegal Posted: 03 Aug 2011 08:18 PM PDT
It's the tech news that broke after you logged-off. Facebook face recognition illegal says Germany
Instagram hits 150m photo uploads
Apple launches Find My Mac tool for iCloud.com
New Cut the Rope game arrives on the App Store
Zuckerberg's sister leaves Facebook
News@8: Wednesday saw the launch of the new BlackBerry Torch handset, while Sony showed off its forthcoming S1 and S2 tablets once again in a fourth video trailer. Reports suggest that the iPhone 5 is being sent to the mobile networks for testing and footage of PES 2012 emerged as the footy sim looks to hunt down FIFA 12. Check out this and more in our daily News@8 round-up. This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
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