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By June 19, 2011 Read More →

Dual-core coming to Windows Phone handsets

qualcomm-logo Currently there aren’t too many Windows Phone handsets out there and if you want a high-end dual-core phone it’s Android or nothing.

Qualcomm are set to help redress the balance following an announcement that their new MSM8x60 chipset will be supported by both Windows Phone and Android platforms. The Dual 1.5GHz scorpion cores will be a big step for Windows Phone as currently 1GHz is the fastest CPU you’ll find in a Windows Phone handset.

Details of the new chipset include:

  • Dual Scorpion-cores up to 1.5GHz
  • Adreno 220 GPU
  • 1080P video and playback
  • HDMI mirroring
  • Dolby 5.1
  • 3D capturing and playback
  • 16MP dual-camera support

You can find out more by visiting the Qualcomm website.

 

Posted by: Matt

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By June 19, 2011 Read More →

Swype v3 released for Android

what-is-swype We’ve looked at Swype a few times in the past and for anyone looking for an alternative text entry method for Android phones Swype would be the first keyboard replacement that I would suggest you try. If you’ve never seen Swype before the concept is simple yet genius. You get a ‘normal’ QWERTY keyboard but rather than tap letters as you would with a regular keyboard you place your finger on the screen and trace the path across all the letter in the word without lifting your finger off. With this method of text entry it’s possible to type really quickly.

Today Swype Inc. have announced a major new version which includes support for Honeycomb tablets and WXGA screens.

 

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By June 18, 2011 Read More →

Orange Signal Boost – Update

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Orange is to continue the roll out of its Signal Boost service, the smart Wi-Fi application provided by Kineto Wireless. The application boosts 3G coverage by turning Wi-Fi access points in an extension of the mobile network.

Kineto’s Smart Wi-Fi Application helps offload traffic from an operator’s macro cellular network. This relieves congestion, improves network capacity performance and reduces operating costs. It also improves coverage for customers who can switch their smartphones over to use existing Wi-Fi access points when their cellular coverage is poor.

Operators using the service, sometimes referred to as UMA (unlimited mobile access), have reported a 25%-40% reduction in churn rates from subscribers and found that they consume 20% less data from the macro network.

Paul Jevons, director of product marketing at Orange said: ‘Our Signal Boost service has been very successful in providing an in-home coverage solution of those customers who require it. It is a very simple solution. You turn on the app and everything works. Customers do not need any new equipment, there is no change of number and their address book works as normal.’

 

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By June 18, 2011 Read More →

BlackBerry 9780 email update issues?

setup A few days ago I was setting up a new email address on my BlackBerry 9780 so went in to the setup menu on the phone and in to the Email Account Setup application. My 9780 went off to check for updates and came back with an available download taking me from version 6.0 to 6.11.0419.0755. I downloaded the update which installed and ran the email setup adding my new account. So far so good.

However, a little while later I did a battery swap on the phone and so rebooted the 9780. Waiting patiently for the phone to restart, we all know BlackBerry’s take a while from a cold boot, I waited 5 minutes, then 10 and then another 10 etc. The phone simply failed to boot.

This forced me to connect the 9780 to my PC and reinstall the OS from scratch. This is annoying but not a massive problem as I’m pretty good at taking a full backup of the phone quite frequently. About an hour later I was back to square one, phone was working but minus the new email account. Back in to settings, email account setup and I’m offered the email update once again. This time I said NO to the update. But having done that you cant then setup the new email account. Annoying!

I figure I’ll give it another go, maybe something went wrong the first time. Download and install the update and reboot again. The 9780 once again refuses to boot and it back to an OS restore.

At this point I’m giving up on adding the new email account, I’m pretty annoyed but put it down to the update perhaps net being fully compatible with my Vodafone PAYG BlackBerry.

Unbeknown to me on Thursday Tracy gets presented with the offer of the update on her SIM-free (unlocked) 9780. She downloads and reboots then finds that her phone gets stuck in a Application Error 603 loop and fails to boot also requiring a full OS restore to get it back to normal.

James too attempts the update last night on his 9780 which is SIM-free and also gets the non-booting problem.

SO the purpose of this post, not to set everyone in to a blind panic but to caution you in respect of this update (see the screen shot above) and also to remind you that when you download any software/firmware update on any device it’s a REALLY good idea to make sure you’ve back everything up. With the BlackBerry I’d suggest connecting to the BlackBerry Desktop software and running a full backup and maybe also installing BlackBerry Protect (which is free) on the phone itself.

Any of you out there experienced this same issues? If yes OR know please tell us which version you are going from/to and what network the phone is on etc. Anything that will help RIM find the issue, we’ve already raised it with our contact there.

DON’T PANIC, just be careful!

 

Posted by: Matt

Posted in: Editorial
By June 17, 2011 Read More →

Acer presents the new Acer Predator G5910 series

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Smooth multitasking, together with the capability of delivering the kind of graphics performance needed to create digital content and enjoy HD entertainment are the most sought after characteristics in today’s computer. Shaped by the passion for visually intense multimedia and gaming, the new Acer Predator G5910 excels at handling everything that comes its way, even the most demanding computing and entertainment needs. Equipped with the ultimate in terms of processors and graphics solutions, this desktop is remarkable – inside and out – and will fulfil advanced users and gamers’ requirements for stunning HD entertainment and gaming, rich graphics and excellent performance.
The matte black body of the Predator G5910 evokes power and performance, while the angles and grooves on the front add a high-tech futuristic mood. For better accessibility to the USB and audio ports, the top surface is angled and houses a convenient deck flaunting a groove design that allows different sized cables to fit in between, thus avoiding tangles. Plus it comes with a handy back handle for easy transport. In keeping with the overall bold design, the ODD doors have a claw-like mechanism enhancing the combat-machine effect.
The front of the case reveals another remarkable feature, two optional easy-swap hard disc bays to offer flexible expandability when you need it. This means you will always have space for your ever growing multimedia files. When the disk is full all you have to do is replace it with a new one.

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By June 17, 2011 Read More →

Storage Options launches the world’s first personalised tablet for the youth market

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Storage Options, Yorkshire’s largest independent technology vendor, has launched the world’s first personalised tablet for the under 25s market.

The miScroll, which retails at £119.95, is the fourth addition to the Scroll range, is the only tablet in the world to have a replaceable high capacity battery, which could come in handy on long journeys, late nights or during busy periods.

With 4GB of internal memory and colourful exchangeable covers, which are available in a variety of vibrant colours and distinctive designs, the miScroll would make the perfect birthday present. Its features include a 1GHz ARM11 processor running on the Android 2.3 Operating System and built-in camera offering an expansive multimedia and social networking experience.

 

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By June 17, 2011 Read More →

O2 not doing the Blackberry Playbook

blackberry_playbookO2 UK have announced that it “will not be selling” the BlackBerry PlayBook. The popular carrier has started notifying customers who had signed up for more information about its change of heart.

The official release from O2 states: “unfortunately there are some issues with the end to end customer experience.” Boy Genius Reports that they believe it is due to the lack of a native email client (RIM says that they will have it in a future release…).

This jibes with the review BGR released stating that it felt like the Playbook was unfinished in it’s design. O2 did say that it could offer the product at a later date, and that it will work with Research In Motion on its BlackBerry PlayBook products in the future.

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By June 16, 2011 Read More →

Research in Motion Reports First Quarter Fiscal 2012 Results

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Research In Motion Limited (RIM) a world leader in the mobile communications market, today reported first quarter results for the three months ended May 28, 2011 (all figures in U.S. dollars and U.S. GAAP).

  • Revenue in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 grew 16% over the same quarter last year
  • International revenue1 in Q1 grew 67% year over year
  • Gross margin in the quarter was approximately 44%, slightly higher than expected due to product mix
  • RIM launched the BlackBerry PlayBook tablet in North America and shipped approximately 500,000 units in the first quarter

You can see the full press release from RIM below:

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By June 16, 2011 Read More →

Three teasing us with an August launch of the BlackBerry 9900

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We still don’t know for sure when the forthcoming BlackBerry Bold 9900 is actually going to be on sale.  Over on the ‘coming soon’ section of the Three website they have the 9900 listed as having an arrival of August. Do Three know something we don’t?

Anyway, many sites have said that the BlackBerry 9900 is not likely to be with us until September time which I personally think is a little too far off.

With Apple updating to iOS5 later in the year and a probable iPhone 5 too, RIM really have got to get this new flagship device out as soon as possible. We all know that RIM are loosing market share to iOS and Android on a global basis so the sooner this new BlackBerry is out the more chance they have of retaining customers.

RIM clearly know this so I wouldn’t be surprised if we get the BlackBerry 9900 sooner rather than later.

 

Posted by: James

Posted in: Rumours
By June 16, 2011 Read More →

Pre order the HP Pre 3 from Clove

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The HP Pre 3 is now available to pre-order on the Clove website. The forthcoming webOS handset is due for release at the beginning of July.

Following on from the HP Palm Pre 2, the Pre 3 maintains the slide-out QWERTY form factor of its predecessor, but features a significantly more powerful feature set and an updated version of the highly rated webOS platform.

Perhaps the main focus of webOS is its ability to multitask, which is ideal for the user of both business and social features. Open apps are regarded as ‘cards’ and these cards can be arranged into ‘stacks’ so as to organise the various applications that you may have running at any one time.

The Pre 3 has also been designed to work alongside the forthcoming HP TouchPad tablet. A great feature called touch to share allows you to transfer certain information between the two devices simply by touching them together.  This is explained briefly in the video below. For full details on the Pre 3 or to place a pre-order, head over to the Clove website.

 

Posted by: James

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