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Skype 5.0 Download for Windows Now Available

Skype has announced that the latest version is now ready for download. Skype 5.0 is the version number and it brings a few new features to Skype users on Windows based computers.

The first feature is integration with Facebook. Skype now integrates with your Facebook News Feed and the Phonebook in Skype to help keep you connected with those friends on the Social networking service.

A new feel has been given to Skype 5.0 that brings a new look to the service. Skype says that the design is aimed at making the service easier to use when making calls, making video calls and sending messages to other users. [Read more…]

Android 2.2 on HTC Desire From Today

We posted a little while ago, a few comment regarding Android 2.2 arriving for the HTC Desire. Its always rather mind-boggling to think why delays such as Android updates can take months to launch for the latest handsets. But nevertheless, as of today, those who own the HTC Desire will finally be getting their long awaited update with thanks to the UK network Three.

We’re not too sure why this update took longer than expected as all Three have said in the past is that it would be a few weeks. But hey, its here. [Read more…]

HTC 7 Surround Price is $550 Unsubsidized

Best Buy in the US has listed the price of the HTC 7 Surround at $549.99 unsubsidized. The HTC 7 Surround is a new Windows Phone 7 device that will begin shipping, with other new smartphones, on November 8th in the US.

If you opt to get the phone with a two year contract, the price tag drops down to $199.99. The device can be used on the AT&T network in the US. [Read more…]

Three HTC Desire Android 2.2 Update Release Date – 14 October

Those users who have a HTC Desire on the Three network in the UK, you can expect the Android 2.2 update to be made available on October 14th at 9am UK time.

The official Three UK account on Twitter made it official saying that the version will be numbered v2.25.25.771.1 and will launch 10/14 at 16:00 TW time…

HTC Desire owners, Android 2.2 Froyo update – HTC have said the update v2.25.771.1 will be live at 16:00 10/14(TW time)

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Samsung Omnia 7 Available at Orange, T-Mobile and Three in the UK

On Monday, the Samsung Omnia 7 Windows Phone 7 smartphone was announced. We now hear that three networks in the UK will be offering the device. The three networks are Orange, T-Mobile and Three who will each start selling the new WP7 device on October 21.

Orange has already provided pricing details with the handset being free on a 24 month contract of £40/month. Three and T-Mobile will also offer the smartphone for free, but for £35/month on a 24 month contract. If you don’t want to pay as much per month, you can opt to pay more up front for the Omnia 7 and pay a little less each month. Just make sure you get the right amount of minutes and data that you need. [Read more…]

Dell Venue Pro Windows Phone 7 Announced

Just a couple of days ago, Microsoft [MSFT] officially launched Windows Phone 7. The new operating system was also listed along side 9 smartphones that would be launching in various parts of the world.

The Dell Venue Pro is one of those devices. It features a slide down QWERTY keyboard. This particular phone was originally spotted as the Dell Lightning, but for various reasons, switched to being called the Venue Pro at launch.

The Venue Pro has a large 4.1 inch AMOLED display. On the back a 5 megapixel camera can be found. Inside, it runs a 1GHz Snapdragon processor. [Read more…]

Sony Google TV Now Official

Sony has officially announced the new range of Sony TVs, powered by Google TV.

As expected, the new TVs come in several sizes which starts off with a 24 inch called the NSX-24GT1 priced at $599.99.

Next up is the 32 inch model called the NSX-32GT1 priced at $799.99 and then the 40 inch model NSX-40GT1 priced at $999.99 and finally on to the largest 46 inch model called the NSX-46GT1 priced at $1399.99. [Read more…]

CDMA iPhone 4 Might go to India – Exclusivity in Germany and Holland Ends

As we get closer to the new year, we are hearing even more rumours about the possibilities of a CDMA iPhone 4 launching. This time the rumours indicate that India could get the new device early next year.

We also hear today that Germany and Holland will not have an exclusive carrier any more shortly as Deutsche Telekom has lost its exclusivity on the iPhone which has now opened up to Vodafone and O2 being able to sell the phone in the next few months. [Read more…]

£439.99 – Price For HTCs SIM-free Trophy

We had revealed more recently that the HTC Trophy will be coming to the UK on the Vodafone network, but If you would rather not have to worry about an 18-24 month contract or pay through the nose each month for your glorious and lovely new handset then fear not.

Unfortunately though, it’ll cost you almost half a grand at a whopping-mahusive price of £439.99. But will the “pro’s” out weigh the “cons”. [Read more…]

New ZTE Light Android Tablet Announced

At a Beijing exhibition, the Chinese manufacturer ZTE (global provider of telecommunications equipment and network solutions) have just announced the release of their new touch screen tablet PC and iPad competitor, the new ZTE Light. [Read more…]

HTC Desire HD Orders at T-Mobile UK Now Available

T-Mobile in the UK is now accepting orders for the HTC Desire HD over here in the UK.

The device is available for free on some of the higher end contracts of £40/month and above. For those wanting a more mid-range contract of about £25 – £30/month you can expect to pay between £90 and £200 for the device depending on how many minutes you choose and the length of the contract (ie, 18 or 24 months). [Read more…]

PS3 to get LOVEFiLM

It looks like PlayStation 3 owners may be getting a few more films to add to there collection next month, courtesy of LOVEFiLM.com.

A short video spotted by VG247 on PlayStation 3’s official YouTube channel. Unfortunately it seems as though this may have been somewhat premature as since then the video has been removed. [Read more…]