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Five year veteran of the site. BlackBerry specialist, but experienced in most operating systems. Enjoys flower arranging and cross stitch.
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Three UK today announced it will offer iPad 2 with Wi-Fi + 3G and also dedicated data plans for iPad 2 in the coming weeks. iPad 2 is the next generation of Apple’s magical device for browsing the web, reading and sending email, enjoying photos, watching videos, listening to music, playing games, reading ebooks and much more. The amazing new iPad 2 improves on the original iPad by being thinner, lighter and faster, all while maintaining the same incredible 10 hours of battery life. For more information about iPad 2 please visit www.apple.com/ipad/.
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I was lucky enough to my hands on the BlackBerry PlayBook for the first time yesterday. Gareth did a demo video at Mobile World Congress but I have been waiting patiently for this great day. To say I was looking forward to it would be an understatement!
So was I impressed? I sure was. Being an iPad user it was definitely strange using a 7 inch tablet but you soon get accustomed. The device I used was not final ROM so we can more than likely see some slight tweaks before the PlayBook goes on sale.
The big question is when will that be. I’m afraid nobody knows for sure. It is imminent but I’m sure it will launch in North America and Canada before other parts of the world.
Check out the video below and feel free to comment on our forum.
Research In Motion (RIM) and 7digital today announced that the 7digital Music Store will come pre-installed* on the BlackBerry® PlayBookT.
The 7digital Music Store will give BlackBerry PlayBook users access to 7digital’s catalogue of over 13 million high quality (320kbps) MP3s. BlackBerry PlayBook users will be able to search for tracks, albums and artists and preview tracks before making a purchase. Users can also discover new music through 7digital’s recommendation technology. Prices for BlackBerry PlayBook users will match the prices on 7digital.com, with individual tracks and albums priced in a customer’s local currency.
Announced at Mobile World congress last month the HTC Incredible S has launched running Android 2.2 but with a promised upgrade to 2.3 coming very soon. The device looks great in black and with it sporting a 4-inch WVGA Super LCD display it is somewhat easier to handle in my opinion than the 4.3 inch Desire HD.
Spec wise the HTC Incredible S does not bring us anything new and amazing that we have not seen on other devices but with the specs it has, bundled with great build quality and HTC’s Sense UI it sure looks to be a big seller.
You can see the unboxing video below along with the Incredible S’s full spec.
Oh, and ignore the part in the video when I say it has a 4.3 inch screen. I got over excited and my mind played tricks on me!
QVC has launched its new and improved iPhone app, available now as a free download at the App Store. Putting over 15,000 products in the palm of your hand, the app gives customers the convenience and opportunity to search, browse and shop on the go for the first time so they never risk losing out on the best deals.
The app syncs current on-air items in real time and provides access to all the day’s special value products, giving customers the chance to buy at the best possible prices before they sell out. Additionally the app has bolstered its search capability, designed a new page for its latest products and includes a special email function to share the shopping experience online.
Sue Leeson from QVC comments:
Samsung Electronics have announced the Galaxy Pro Smartphone. Featuring Samsung’s integrated Social Hub Premium and innovative dual-input control via a touch-screen and full QWERTY keyboard, the Galaxy Pro is also the perfect business partner and social secretary.
The Samsung Social Hub Premium gives one-touch access to emails, instant messages and social networking accounts and benefits from the speed and control of the Galaxy Pro’s dual-input interface. Powered by the AndroidT 2.2 ‘Froyo’ platform, the Galaxy Pro has access to over 150,000 high-quality apps and services from Android Market, such as the latest games for entertainment, up to date interactive maps and news feed services.
I am not really a book reader and reviewing them isn’t really my thing but I was talking to a friend of mine recently who has written one and I thought it may be worth a read. Windows Phone 7 Companion has been written by Matthew Miller. If the name doesn’t ring a bell then still you may of read his previous work. Matt not only writes for ZDNet.com but also runs nokiaexperts.com which is part of the Smartphone Experts group of websites.
I have been using Windows Phone 7 since launch and although I am pretty up to speed with the new operating system I thought that by reading the book I am bound to find out things that I didn’t know. And I was right.
With the recent news that Nokia will be using Windows Phone 7 as their primary OS in the future the WP7 market share is due to rocket. This means millions and millions of people will be getting a phone with a brand new operating system to them. For many people this is a daunting experience and maybe even a bit scary. This is where Windows Phone 7 Companion may well come in handy. What better than to have one place where you can discover all the benefits to your new Smartphone software and have all your questions answered.
Three have announced today the launch of the Samsung Galaxy Pro on their network. The Android 2.2 device is another front facing QWERTY design that we have seen more recently from the likes of Motorola with the Droid Pro.
In the video below you can see the Galaxy Pro in the hands of a Three spokesperson. Focus is very much on the social hub feature which integrates your social networking apps. A great feature that I have used on other platforms.
I don’t have the full specs for this one but when we do we will let you have them.
Check out the funky video below.
Earlier on this week we announced that Pocket Cinema was available for download to the BlackBerry Torch and I promised to do a short video demonstrating it. I’m a man of my word so here it is.
The application seems to work flawlessly. As you will see, navigating around the app is a breeze. Prices vary depending on the movie but all in all I think this is pretty good value for money. Perfect for taking on an aeroplane for example.
Check out the demo video below:
Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd, a global leader in digital media and digital convergence technologies, today announced its newest lines of network, duplex printers to help small and mid-size businesses simplify the workplace. The mono laser multifunctions – SCX-4833FD and SCX-5737FW with enhanced features and added security and the ML-3310ND and ML-3710ND mono printers feature faster output, eco offerings and secure printing and lower total cost of ownership , creating hassle-free desktop printing options for any office environment.
Dion Smith, General Manager, Samsung UK Print Division said: “In our latest line of business printers we have introduced Secure Pull Printing, WiFi, Touch screens, Eco Mode and Dual Core Processors. We have increased our page speeds and enhanced our market leading Total Cost of Printing message by the introduction of further high yield toners. To celebrate our 20 years in manufacturing Laser Printers we have also introduced a FREE 5 Year Warranty across some of our business printers. At Samsung we continue to anticipate the needs of our business customers as they continue to increase their requirements for safer and more intuitive print options.”
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