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GoodReader Updated for New iPad Retina Display

If you use the iPad there is every chance you use GoodReader. The app has now been updated for the new iPads retina display to give you the best experience possible.

GoodReader, the document reader which has achieved the rank of #8 best-selling iPad app of all time, has been optimized to support the new Retina display of Apple’s new iPad. The newest GoodReader, in tandem with the stunning display of the new iPad, promises to deliver the sharpest visuals and crispest text ever experienced on a mobile device.

The new iPad’s Retina display delivers four times the number of pixels of iPad 2, so dense that the human eye is unable to distinguish individual pixels when held at a normal distance. Combined with the document viewing and management features of GoodReader, users will enjoy an unparalleled experience with viewing documents, graphics, web pages and video files on their iPads.

“GoodReader’s success has stemmed from how well it manages viewing large PDFs, and with the amazing Retina display of the new iPad this version of GoodReader continues our pledge to produce the best-ever document viewing experience,” said Yuri Selukoff, president of Good.iWare. 

GoodReader is available in the App Store for US$4.99. For more information, visit www.goodreader.net.

Posted by: James

Mophie Powerstand for the new iPad

With the new  iPad  hitting UK shelves and portable technology now dominating UK households, mophie releases the sleekest and most stylish charging stand for the Apple tablet  – the powerstand.

For use all around the home, the powerstand (which is compatible with all three of Apple’s iPads) makes it easier than ever before to use your iPad. The powerstand not only enables you to rotate your iPad 180 degrees, but it also simultaneously charges it through mophie technology. In addition the sturdy stand folds down, allowing you to type on the iPad using the Qwerty keyboard, with both hands. It also comes with a USB cable, which lets you sync with iTunes when the powerstand is connected to our computer.

Perfect for budding chefs, the powerstand makes following recipe apps in the kitchen simple, leaving both your hands free for chopping and stirring.  For those that bring their work home with them, using the new iWork app will be a breeze – the robust frame allows you to use the tablet as you would any PC or mac.  And for down time, watching HD movies or gaming becomes easier, simply slot the iPad 3 into the powerstand and watch or play as you would with any TV screen.

The powerstand’s aluminium design is lightweight and durable, so it’s perfect for taking away on holidays or business trips. It is available for £129 at Apple stores nationwide, www.apple.com, www.mophie.com, and www.amazon.com.

Samsung devices on show at Harrods

Samsung Electronics Co. UK Ltd, a global leader in digital media and digital convergence technologies, played a major part in the launch of the new Harrods Technology department with more than 50 products on show.

The new Harrods Technology department launched yesterday and includes Samsung products from across its portfolio of TV, AV, IT, Mobile and Camera products giving Samsung the largest presence within the store.

Samsung has been given pride of place with a stunning window display highlighting how Samsung’s leading products can share content across a range of devices. The Harrods window features a range of Samsung products demonstrating the intelligent connectivity the brand’s products possess showcasing their ability to share content across all the devices. The window includes the following Samsung products:

Premium suite announced for the Samsung Galaxy Note with Angry Birds Space content

Today sees the launch of Angry Birds Space for iOS and Android but in addition Samsung has announced it will be offering a Premium Suite upgrade for the Galaxy Note, which includes extra multimedia features and a range of new S Pen optimised applications in addition to an OS upgrade to Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich). In addition, Samsung is the exclusive mobile partner for the launch of Rovio’s new Angry Birds Space game.

Ice Cream Sandwich brings an entirely new look and feel to Android on the Galaxy Note, with a more intuitive user interface that includes a redesigned App menu allowing for easier multi-tasking and easier sharing of content. Faster performance and response times across multiple applications make using the Galaxy Note even smoother; while Google Play provides one-step access to a raft of entertainment, including movies, games and books.

In celebration of the Premium Suite upgrade announcement, Samsung will be providing special offers to all Galaxy customers through its official launch partner status for Angry Birds Space, the latest blockbuster mobile game from Rovio Entertainment. For all Samsung Galaxy customers, an exclusive Galaxy Note level will be provided as well as a special package of 30 challenging levels – ‘Danger Zone’ – which will be available for free if unpacked within the 3-month period.

Samsung teams up with Honda Racing

Samsung Mobile has today been unveiled as the title sponsor for Honda UK’s British Superbike team with a two year deal for 2012 and 2013. This follows the huge success of Samsung’s 2011 BSB season with Crescent Racing and the recent announcement that 2010 British Superstock Champion and 2011 Superbike Riders’ Cup winner Jon Kirkham, who has been a Samsung brand ambassador for almost two years, is to join the rider line-up for the Samsung Honda team for the 2012 season.

The all-new Samsung Honda liveried CBR1000RR Fireblades will mount their charge on the British Superbike and British Superstock Championships in just a few weeks’ time at Brands Hatch over the Easter weekend.

The sponsorship gives Samsung access to exclusive content and key moments from Honda Racing’s British Superbike 2012 season to share with Samsung customers across its extensive range of devices, including the Galaxy Note. As title sponsor, Samsung will be entitled to brand integration into Honda’s Racing British Superbike 2012 season, including branding on the bikes and driver leathers; the team’s motor and all team areas such as the pit display and hospitality areas.

Apple sell Three million new iPads in its first week

Apple have announced it has sold three million of its incredible new iPad, since its launch on Friday, March 16. The new iPad features a stunning new Retina display, Apple’s new A5X chip with quad-core graphics, a 5 megapixel iSight camera with advanced optics for capturing amazing photos and 1080p HD video, and still delivers the same all-day 10 hour battery life while remaining amazingly thin and light. iPad Wi-Fi + 4G supports ultrafast 4G LTE networks in the US and Canada, and fast networks around the world including those based on HSPA+ and DC-HSDPA.**

“The new iPad is a blockbuster with three million sold?the strongest iPad launch yet,” said Philip Schiller, Apple’s senior vice president of Worldwide Marketing. “Customers are loving the incredible new features of iPad, including the stunning Retina display, and we can’t wait to get it into the hands of even more customers around the world this Friday.”

Sony brand launches in smartphone market with global advertising campaign

This week sees the launch of a global advertising campaign to introduce consumers to the first Xperia smartphones from Sony. The expansive brand advertising campaign from Sony Mobile Communications marks Sony’s return to the smartphone market and emphasizes Sony’s connected entertainment experiences brought to life by Xperia smartphones. 

The campaign – ‘Made of Imagination’ – kicks off on Saturday night with a 60-second commercial, directed by Academy Award® nominee, Wes Anderson. This is the first phase of the Made of Imagination campaign, which will be deployed across TV, print, digital, out-of-home and retail, and will roll out over the course of 2012.

Steve Walker, chief marketing officer at Sony Mobile Communications said, “Xperia smartphones are a cornerstone of Sony’s entertainment experience and we wanted to create a campaign that is true to Sony, one that is unique, memorable and sparks consumers’ curiosity and imagination. The Made of Imagination campaign demonstrates that Xperia smartphones are made of more than microprocessors and memory chips – they are designed to let consumers use their creativity and imagination to drive connected experiences that interest and excite them.”

You can find out more and see a teaser video below:

Samsung Galaxy S II and Note achieve product carbon footprint certification

Samsung Electronics UK today announced it has received carbon footprint certification for two of its hero Android devices, the Galaxy S II and the Galaxy Note. The Carbon Trust has certified the carbon footprints of both products having verified that they successfully met the requirements of PAS 2050, a global standard for product carbon footprinting.

The data for the certification was generated using Footprint Expert 3.3 software which accurately calculated the carbon footprint of the Samsung Galaxy Note and Galaxy S II. Footprint ExpertT 3.3 tool is able to efficiently produce robust and certifiable product carbon footprint assessments in accordance with PAS 2050. Carbon Trust Certification verified the carbon footprints of both devices, with the scope of the certification encompassing the whole lifecycle of each product, in conformity with PAS 2050.

Samsung Galaxy Ace Plus goes on sale

Following the global announcement in the New Year, Samsung has today revealed that the Galaxy Ace Plus, an enhanced and higher-specced version of the Galaxy Ace, will be available in the UK from this Saturday 17^th March.

Simon Stanford, Vice President, UK & IRE Telecommunications & Networks Division said: “We’ve had a positive response to the Galaxy Ace Plus since announcing it earlier this year and are looking forward to offering fans of the much loved Galaxy Ace an alternative device. As with all smartphones in our Galaxy range, the Galaxy Ace Plus is stylishly designed and packed full of features making it a great mid-range phone for our customers.”

Thanks to its impressive 1GHz processor, HSDPA 7.2 Mbps connectivity and WiFi 802.11 functionality, the Galaxy Ace Plus allows quick and easy web browsing, downloading of content and streaming of videos. Owners of the device benefit from up to 2GB of storage for multimedia content and 1GB of direct storage for applications – more than any mid-range smartphone currently available.

Vodafone announce new iPad prices

With the new iPad going on sale today Vodafone have announced their pricing to contend with Three and Orange.

The new iPad is available from £199 on a 24-month agreement for £27 per month including a 2GB UK data allowance with 1GB of BT Openzone included.
Alternatively, a 30 day SIM only plan is available with usage alerts to your iPad for £15.00 per month offering a 2GB UK data allowance with 1GB of BT Openzone included.
For further details on Vodafone price plans please visit the Vodafone website – www.vodafone.co.uk/ipad
Vodafone’s network in conjunction with the new iPad offers theoretical speeds of up to 28.8Mbps in major cities and up to 21.1Mbps in major towns and cities giving our customers improved speeds when using the mobile internet on their new iPad.

Posted by: James