Google TV Release Date Could Be October 17

September 14, 2010 by Leave a Comment

Google TV is expected to launch any time within the next month. Just a few days ago we heard information from the CEO of Intel who said that the Google TV release date was actually this month although a letter was emailed in to Engadget today that suggests that a two week delay is happening and that the launch is now October 17 (estimated). According to the document, the original release date was October 3 which had two weeks added on to it.

Of course, we are not looking at rock solid proof here and the information does go against what the Intel CEO said, but either way we can expect to see Google TV land in the US in the next 4 to 5 weeks it appears. [Read more…]

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Apple 27 Inch LED Display Landing Soon

September 14, 2010 by Leave a Comment

Apple [AAPL] could be launching the Apple 27 inch LED display any day now.

9 to 5 Mac noticed that when viewing the Mac Pro customisation page on the Apple site last week, that the text spoke about a 24 inch LED display. When visiting the site this week the wording has changed to specify a 27 inch LED display that is launching sometime this month. [Read more…]

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Angry Birds for Android Launching in 2 to 3 Weeks

September 14, 2010 by Leave a Comment

Angry Birds for Android in beta form was launched just last week. Talk Android managed to get an exclusive interview with the developers of the hit game to ask a few questions about the Android version of the game and when we can expect it.

The good news is that the we can expect to see the final release of the game in the next 2 – 3 weeks. For now though, if you have managed to get the Beta version, you’ll just need to make do with the 15 demo levels and see if you can get three stars on each level. [Read more…]

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Canon PowerShot G12 Announced

September 14, 2010 by Leave a Comment

The new Canon PowerShot G12 was announced today. The G12 is the latest device in what Canon call the award-winning PowerShot G-series.

Features of the new camera include the Canon HS system, the ability to capture video in HD at 720p and a new Hybrid IS system.

The Canon HS System allows images to be captured in low light environments. A 10.0 megapixel CCD sensor is used along with a DIGIC 4 processor. The CCD sensor has a high sensitivity allowing for the low light shots to be captured.

The inclusion of the HS System allows shooting at higher ISOs with excellent image quality – enabling users to capture exceptional images in all conditions. This extended ISO range allows users to shoot darker scenes without engaging the flash or using a tripod – capturing correctly-exposed images using only the available light. In situations when use of the flash is necessary, a higher ISO will enable users to extend its effective range and illuminate the subject more effectively. Higher ISOs also enable users to utilise faster shutter speeds – freezing motion to capture moving subjects with a reduced risk of blur.

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iPad Could Land at Target on October 3

September 14, 2010 by Leave a Comment

Over the past couple of days we heard some rumours that Target in the US could start selling the Apple iPad. The release date in Target for the iPad is pencilled in as October 3 which is just a few weeks away.

The reason for the rumours is that a new device appeared in the Target inventory system. The new item is listed as being a PDA that will come in six variations (which the iPad comes in 6), and to top it off, the prices all match as well.

Although a “PDA” style device in six variations with the exact pricing as the iPad might exist, we are not aware of what that is and all indications point to the iPad it’s self. [Read more…]

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Nokia C6 and C7 Smartphones Announced

September 14, 2010 by Leave a Comment

Nokia has a number of smartphone announcements today. A few moments ago we wrote about the Nokia E7 QWERTY slider phone that is aimed at business users.

These next two phones are aimed at those who enjoy connecting over social networks. The Nokia C6 and C7 each run the latest OS, Symbian^3. Camera wise, each has an 8 megapixel sensor that is capable of capturing HD video at a 720p resolution.

The Nokia C7 has a 3.5 inch AMOLED display and is built from stainless steel, glass and has soft edges. Price wise it will cost 335 when it launched (price excludes tax and subsidies). [Read more…]

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Nokia E7 QWERTY Slider Announced

September 14, 2010 by Leave a Comment

Nokia has announced the Nokia E7 QWERTY slider smartphone today at Nokia World. The new E7 joins a total of three new releases today which also includes the Nokia C7 and the C6. We’ll get on to those in a later post.

The Nokia E7 is described as being the ultimate business smartphone. Features included in the E7 include Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync on board which allows users to connect live up to corporate email servers to download email, contacts as well as calendar appointments.

The large screen measures 4 inches and is touchscreen. The screen uses what Nokia call ClearBlack technology to help with outdoor visibility. [Read more…]

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Halo: Reach, touchdown

September 14, 2010 by Leave a Comment

With the arrival of Halo: Reach brings a huge smile to the faces of literally millions of fans, across 25 countries worldwide. Reach is a first-person shooter video game which was developed by Bungie and published by Microsoft Game Studios for the Xbox 360 console. Its more of a prequel as this is the 4th installment of the series but the setting is prior to that of Halo: Combat Evolved where, in the year 2552, the whole of humanity is locked in a war with the alien Covenant on the human colony of Reach weeks prior to the events of Halo: Combat Evolved. Players control Noble 6 who is a member of an elite supersoldier squad during the battle for the world of Reach as the Covenant begin their assault on the planet. [Read more…]

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iPad Battery Extender Case with Kickstand

September 13, 2010 by Leave a Comment

If the 10+ hour battery life of the Apple iPad isn’t enough for you then perhaps this Kensington iPad battery extender case could work for you.

The Kensington PowerBack will add about another 5 hours on to the battery life of your iPad allowing it to run for a total of 15 or so hours between charges. The case also brings a microUSB connector to the iPad allowing you to charge it with a regular USB cable rather than the USB Apple sync cable. [Read more…]

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Canon EIS 60 Mirrorless Camera Arriving Early 2011 – 22 Megapixel

September 13, 2010 by Leave a Comment

Canon is rumoured to be working on a mirrorless camera for launch early next year. The camera currently being designed and built is said to be the Canon EIS 60 that will be in a micro four thirds size casing and will have a 22 megapixel sensor.

The EIS in the name stands for Electro Image System from what we understand and the CMOS sensor used in the camera has backside illumination similar to what is used in other cameras.

Rumours also indicate that the camera will be capable of capturing full HD video at 1080p with frame rates of 30, 24 and 25. The ISO range is supposedly 100 – 6400. [Read more…]

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iPad Wi-Fi Models Land in China this Friday

September 13, 2010 by Leave a Comment

Apple has announced that the WiFi iPad model will be launching in China this Friday the 17th September.

The iPad will go on sale at 10am at Apple [AAPL] retail stores. All three WiFi models will be made available starting at the lowest end which is the 16GB version. This model will cost CNY3988 which is the equivalent of $590 USD.

The 32GB model will cost CNY4788 ($708) and the 64GB model will cost CNY5588 ($826). [Read more…]

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Nintendo 3DS Could Land in Japan by November 20

September 13, 2010 by 1 Comment

We just came across an article at Nintendo Everything that hints that the release date of the Nintendo 3DS could be as early as November 20 over in Japan.

In a couple of weeks time, Nintendo will be releasing the official price for the handheld games console as well as the launch date for those in Japan, so for now the November 20 date is just speculation.

The information comes from a Keys Factory designer who are responsible for making third party accessories. One of the workers there sent out a tweet saying…

“On November 20th, the 11 goods I designed for use with the 3DS will go on sale simultaneously. Those of you buying the 3DS, please buy them while you’re at it! This will be officially announced on the homepage eventually, lol. Best regards.”

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