Author Archive: Gareth

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By June 6, 2009 Read More →

TVGuide.co.uk now available as iPhone app!


Our fav telly guide for British TV is now available also as iPhone app. While this app has some nice features, it is a little bit dissapointing and not as good as using the website on the desktop browser.

Here is the main screen of this application:

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By June 6, 2009 Read More →

HTC Touch Pro 2 review

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The HTC Touch Pro 2 is generating quite a big of buzz around the web but is this expansion of the HTC Diamond 2 the be all and end all of Windows Mobile devices? After the break I will be investigating.

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By June 5, 2009 Read More →

Palm Pre review by Pre Central

image Palm Pre reviews have been popping up all over the internet over the last few days but one review stands head and shoulders above any other, Pre Central have produced a review so detailed that there is no point in even buying a Pre now to review, even if we could (no gsm version yet) as we know everything about it. They cover every little bit of the hardware and software and have even included many videos to enjoy.

If you planning on making a trip to get a Pre when they are finally launched tomorrow, take a read of the review over at Pre Central, once you have you will be in that queue, we guarantee it.

After the break we also have the just released video of the Palm Pre advert.

The Review can be found here.

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By June 4, 2009 Read More →

CNET take a look at the Palm Pre

image Well respected tech site CNET have put together a detailed review of the Palm Pre and a look around video which is worth checking out. They sum it up as a bit of a mixed bag but the positives seem to out weigh the negatives:-

The good: The Palm Pre’s multitasking capabilities and notifications system are unparalleled. The smartphone features a vibrant display with multitouch functionality as well as a solid Web browser and good multimedia integration.

The bad: The Pre’s keyboard is cramped. Battery life drains quickly and the smartphone can be sluggish at times. Lacks expansion slot, video-recording capabilities, onscreen keyboard, and Flash support. .

The bottom line: Despite some missing features and performance issues that make it less than ideal for on-the-go professionals, the Palm Pre offers gadget lovers and consumers well-integrated features and unparalled multitasking capabilities. The hardware could be better, but more importantly, Palm has developed a solid OS that not only rivals the competition but also sets a new standard in the way smartphones handle tasks and manage information.

Video after the break.

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By June 4, 2009 Read More →

HTC Snap video unboxing

DSCF2003 The long awaited successor to the MDA Mail, HTC S620 or T-Mobile Dash is here and we have done our usual quick unboxing video for you to enjoy.

This phone is a little beauty for email and texting due the amazing keyboard, the best I have used on a front facing QWERTY device and its rocking with 3G HSDPA with download speeds of up to 7,2mb/s.

We will be testing this over the next few days so expect a full review really soon.

Video after the break.

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By June 3, 2009 Read More →

EU elections today! … and there is an app for that!

Elections to European Union (EU) parliament are starting today. These elections will last till Sunday as they take place in various countries on various days. UK and Netherlands will be the first EU countries to vote (June 4th!). EU consists of 27 countries and 498 million citizens. Since EU parliament takes decisions about all EU citizens, it is worth voting for. However if you have not registered for the vote previously, you will not be able to vote.

We have found only one app about EU elections 2009 and here is how this app looks like (note: it is for UK so it includes flags of British nations and Welsh part is even in Welsh language!):

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By June 3, 2009 Read More →

HTC Snap comparison pictures

DSCF2002 We have just received the HTC Snap from Clove Technology to review and have taken a few pictures including some comparison shots with the iPhone 3G and Touch HD.

First impressions are the keyboard is fantastic, big well spaced out keys and a joy to type on. We are working on an unboxing video but until then take a look at the pictures after the break.

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By June 3, 2009 Read More →

PhoneArena GIGA-BYTE GSmart MS820 Review

gigabyte_gsmart_ms820Interesting little review of the Giga-byte GSmart MS820. This 6.1 Professional device looks pretty nifty and has a rather swish interface however there seem to be a few problems with the device as a whole. Check after the break for the video.

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By June 3, 2009 Read More →

Podcast later in the week

image Due to work commitments and birthday celebrations, the Mobile Tech Addicts Podcast will not be recorded this week until Thursday. We have loads to talk about like Gareth’s impressions of the HTC Touch Pro2, first impressions of the HTC Snap, reader questions and much more, just a reminder you can subscribe to the podcast via RSS here, iTunes here and we are also featured in the Kinoma guide and the iPhone RSS Player guide.

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By June 3, 2009 Read More →

June is going to be one crazy month

image Yesterday we received an email about an HTC Event in London on the 24th June, add this to what we already know about what’s happening in June and it all adds up to one crazy month ahead.

First our US readers will get the chance to get their own hands on the Palm Pre, this Saturday to be precise, then our radars tune in to WWDC where we expect the button to be pressed on iPhone OS 3.0 and a new iPhone with loads of extra features, well if the rumours are to be believed it will have space rockets built into it and the moon will soon become a popular holiday destination for iPhone users.

After that we should see Samsung’s first attempt at Android hitting Europe, a great spec on the phone and the first Android device with a 3.5mm headset jack.

Also coming up on Mobile Tech Addicts the long awaited HTC Touch Pro2 review, HTC Snap unboxing and review plus loads more.

So what excites you the most, what are you waiting for and will you be joining the guy already in the queue for the Palm Pre? Let us know where your money is heading this summer.

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