FTL: Advanced Edition adds new species of alien scavengers

January 2nd, 2014, 23:59 Posted By: wraggster

If everything goes according to plan, "early 2014" should see the debut of FTL: Advanced Edition, a free expansion for intergalactic roguelike FTL: Faster Than Light adding a new alien species and new subsystems for your ship, among a host of other features.

Like oversized metal locusts, the Lanius are driven by an insatiable desire to consume. Unlike locusts however, the Lanius subsist on metals and have no need for biological processes such as eating or breathing. While a lack of air might choke out less virulent species, the Lanius just shrug it off, completely removing their need for functioning life support systems on board a ship.

Surprisingly, this apathy toward oxygen may be a beneficial adaptation as members of the Lanius species innately drain all oxygen from the air surrounding them. As you'd expect, this makes them poor diplomats but excellent candidates for a boarding party.

Along with the new race comes new subsystems and drones. These include a new battery backup subsystem which provides reserve power in a pinch and a drone designed specifically to hunt and destroy other drones. Helpfully, developer Subset Games will introduce a third layout option for every ship found in FTL that should offer a bit more room for your new gadgets.

If booting up your laptop or desktop computer seems too strenuous, you'll be happy to know that FTL: Advanced Edition will also be appearing on iOS, marking the game's first appearance on a mobile platform.

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House of the Dead: Overkill - The Lost Reels now free-to-play

January 3rd, 2014, 00:06 Posted By: wraggster

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Samsung cuts $8 billion off its market value

January 3rd, 2014, 00:19 Posted By: wraggster

The 4.6 per cent loss on stock price value is due to investors who are nervous about the company’s mobile future.
Even though analysts have estimated that Samsung will see profit growth in its mobile sector, it will likely be lagging behind that of the previous quarter, reports TechCrunch.
The company has kicked off 2014 on the wrong foot, with a 4.6 per cent loss of stock price, resulting in more than $8 billion decrease in market value.
Investors are losing faith in the company’s mobile business, which it is reckoned future gain s in the sector are soon to come to an end.
One of the main factors that is impacting Samsung, is the price pressure entering smartphone sales – with devices such as Google’s Nexus setting the high, with higher-end devices at lower-end prices.
Google has also recently reduced the price of its Moto X – one of its flagship devices - to $399, plus offers value for money with the Moto G priced at $179.
To compete, Samsung would have to push prices lower than usual as budget devices become increasingly important, dragging down the overall profit of the mobile space.

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Sony could launch a Windows phone by mid-2014

January 3rd, 2014, 00:21 Posted By: wraggster

Sony may release a smartphone running Microsoft’s Windows Phone OS this year, according to a new report.
The Information claims that Sony has already developed a prototype Windows Phone handset and held preliminary discussions with Microsoft.
Sony has exclusively made smartphones powered by Android software for almost four years, but it appears that may change this year. According to a ‘person involved in the talks’, a Sony Windows phone could launch as soon as mid-2014.
The report also suggests that Microsoft plans to work with China’s ZTE to launch low-end Windows Phone handsets in Asia, Europe and the US.

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Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed morphs onto mobile

January 3rd, 2014, 22:19 Posted By: wraggster

Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed has launched on iOS and Android for a mere £2.99 / $4.99, a fraction of the price of its console brethren.This mobile port includes all of the console game's content with new additions such as a brand new World Tour and Shenmue lead Ryo Hazuki piloting a mobile arcade cabinet that transforms into a spaceship and hovercraft.This is actually Hazuki's second appearance in the kart-racing series as he was featured as DLC in the previous Sega racer, Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing, in which he drove his trademark forklift.Astute viewers will notice Hazuki's license plate teases "Shen 3," but unfortunately this is only a joke rather than an actual hint of a real announcement. "Don't get too excited over the number plate," noted developer Sumo Digital on the Sega forums. "It is of course a tongue in cheek reference to just how long it's taking for Sega to get that third part out."Eurogamer features editor Martin Robinson was a big fan of Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed upon its console launch at the end of 2012. "This manages to be more than just a tribute to the great and good of Sega's past - it does enough to earn its own place alongside them," he wrote in his review of the PS3 version of the game.

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Wikipad joins the mobile controller fray

January 3rd, 2014, 22:41 Posted By: wraggster

The tablet maker is making a detachable mobile game controller called the Gamevice
Wikipad, maker of the eponymous 7-inch Android tablet, announced today its entry into the mobile controllers market as well. The company is creating a detachable mobile games controller called the Gamevice, which offers a "flex bridge" design so that the controller can collapse and expand to fit a variety of mobile devices.
Similar to a modern console controller, the Gamevice features dual analog sticks, both L1/R1 and L2/R2 analog buttons, an analog D-pad, and four analog action buttons. A release date and price has not yet been set.
"We value the opinions of our community. We heard from many people who either expressed love for the Wikipad 7" or who already owned an iPad or an Android or Windows 8 mobile device and wanted us to make a controller that worked for them. We are currently working on versions for Windows 8 and Android devices. We have not forgotten other important OS systems and we hope to announce additional support for those in the near future," said Fraser Townley, President of Wikipad, Inc.
While more companies have been announcing specialty controllers for Android and iPhone of late, it's not clear that developers or consumers are actually embracing the new controllers. Mobile developers that GamesIndustry International spoke to on the subject seemed pretty skeptical about the impact these controllers will have.
As for Wikipad, the company today also announced a downloadable update for its main product. The tablet can now be upgraded to Android 4.2 Jelly Bean; the new update brings with it controller support, a copy of Dead Trigger 2 from Madfinger Games and several free games from WildTangent.

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New How to Train Your Dragon iOS game features £69.99 IAP

January 3rd, 2014, 22:52 Posted By: wraggster

With a second movie on the way later this year, How To Train Your Dragon is the star of a new iOS and Facebook game.
Be warned, however – this kids game is just the latest in a long line to feature some eye-watering prices for its in-app-purchases.
Apps Playground reports that Gem packs – the game’s currency – vary in price from £2.99 (for 525) all the way up to £69.99 (for 11,500).
There’s also the chance to sign up for membership to the School of Dragons for £6.99 for one month or £57.99 for the year.
The game itself is an MMO of sorts that focuses on actual science learning and also allows players to supplement their PC experience by managing their activities with the associated iOS app.

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In an overcrowded mobile game market, why aren’t more developers making digital playt

January 3rd, 2014, 22:55 Posted By: wraggster

Clumsy Ninja is the App Store hit which turns the titular assassin into a kind of physics-powered virtual pet.

With so many studios lamenting the current state of the mobile games market, it’s a little surprising to find so few actively trying something different. Many millions of new iOS and Android devices were unwrapped and eagerly filled with new apps this Christmas, and yet, compared to the great flood of infinite runners, free-to-play town builders and other familiar mobile fare, apps like Clumsy Ninja and Toca Hair Salon represent the tiniest trickle.They’re digital toys rather than videogames, and their chart performance suggests that creating interactive entertainment for tablets and mobile needn’t rely on traditional videogame structures. If anything, breaking free of familiar game ideas – of challenge, testing player skill, progression and failstates – opens up a broader, more freeform and ultimately more accessible kind of play.The studios behind these games, NaturalMotion and Toca Boca, appear to have have understood this more than most. Clumsy Ninja, Toca Lab and Toca Hair Salon 2 have been fixtures near the top of the App Store charts for weeks, and for good reason – they are all smartly designed apps with high production values and cheery playfulness at their heart. And yet compared to the number of games going live on the App Store every week, there’s a surprising lack of these playthings. Or at least, there’s a surprising lack of digital toys this good.“There are so many blue oceans – unexplored genres that are ready to be invented or re-invented,” says NaturalMotion CEO Torsten Reil. “We’ve never understood why so many studios just clone other games. You end up competing for the same audience and spending more and more cash on user acquisition. The only way to get off that hamster wheel is to create something new and fresh; and preferably something that can’t be easily copied.”

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Control your smartphone with a flick of a wrist

January 4th, 2014, 01:00 Posted By: wraggster

The NFC wristband lets users make common actions on their device just by tapping.
Startup, Haloband is a new way to control features on an Android smartphone in a quick and easy manner.
It integrates six of your most used functions such as unlocking a device, using the flashlight, taking photos, or playing music. Each can be used by tapping a different part of the band on the phone.
The startup company aimed to raise $10,000 on Kickstarter; however have so far managed to pocket $20,028, suggesting that people are eager to get their hands – or wrists – around one of the bands.
NFC-enabled devices are increasingly popular, with more than half a billion expected to be sold during 2014 – so it is not surprising that the demand for gadgets that utilise this function is also rising.
The silicon band will be available in three sizes and seven colours. It will work with an Android app that ensures only the person wearing the band can access the phones functions.
Creators of Haloband, said: “Smartphones are amazing, but complicated for some. We aim to make them easy and simple for most people. Since some technology has been too cool for some, we aim to make it sexy and fashionable.”
The band is not restricted to smartphones, it can also be used to access door that require security cards, check-in to events using NFC, and pass out your information to other phones.
It is also the first NFC band to include a free online cloud account available all over the world.

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Fabled Apple iWatch reportedly suffering production problems - again

January 4th, 2014, 01:01 Posted By: wraggster

Fewer than half are thought to be operable.
Talk of an Apple iWatch has been around for more than a year, and yet no such device has materialised.
Back in July, Apple CEO Tim Cook had supposedly considered totally scrapping the troublesome ticker due to 'hard engineering and design problems.'
Six months later and nothing as changed, as DigiTimes reports the Apple iWatch is struggling from the intricate metal injection moulding process, which is resulting in fewer than 50 per cent production rates.
Apple isn't alone, however, with Qualcomm's Toq wrist gizmo said to be suffering from the same issue.
The smartwatch market is becoming increasingly crowded, as Nike and ZTE are among the companies releasing new products this year – in fact, ZTE hasdiscussed smartshoes.

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Yahoo Sports for iOS adds Loops for capturing clutch catches, epic fails

January 4th, 2014, 01:23 Posted By: wraggster

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BlackBerry sues Typo over its familiar-looking iPhone keyboard

January 4th, 2014, 01:26 Posted By: wraggster

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BBM beta for Android gets Channels and voice chat

January 4th, 2014, 01:27 Posted By: wraggster

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AT&T will give you up to $450 to leave T-Mobile

January 4th, 2014, 01:30 Posted By: wraggster

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Moto G for Verizon now on sale at Best Buy for $100 contract-free - Verizon too

January 4th, 2014, 01:45 Posted By: wraggster

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Rogue co-creator helps pick 'Ultimate Roguelike' winner

January 6th, 2014, 01:09 Posted By: wraggster

Participants of last month's Ultimate Roguelike Challenge game design competition had a lot of pressure on their shoulders; along with creating a game using only a tileset provided by contest organizer Christopher "Oryx" Barrett, the end result would be judged by Glenn Wichman, co-creator of the original Rogue. Other judges included Barrett and Cardinal Quest creator Ido Yehieli.

Adventuring Company by Slothwerks took home the gold, which is kind of appropriate since it's a game about trying to take home gold from a great red dragon. It's available now on Android and in-browser. The rest of the entries can be seen on the Oryx Design Lab website.

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University Developing Technology To Vote On Your Tablet, Smartphone

January 6th, 2014, 01:15 Posted By: wraggster

A Clemson University professor is developing a new electronic voting system that will allow voters to cast their ballots from home computers, tablets and smartphones. As Clemson's chair of human-centered computing, Juan Gilbert has lead teams of students over the last 10 years to create an online voting system accessible at home or on the go that will be more accurate, have increased verification and make voting more accessible to people with disabilities by offering mobile and voice-command options.
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Lenovo trots out a 4K Android-powered all-in-one, with a standalone monitor to match

January 6th, 2014, 01:29 Posted By: wraggster

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Untethered jailbreak for second gen Apple TVs updated

January 6th, 2014, 01:30 Posted By: wraggster

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No Man's Sky dev Hello Games announces Joe Danger Infinity

January 6th, 2014, 22:28 Posted By: wraggster

Hello Games has revealed that it's planning to release Joe Danger Infinity on 9th January.The developer noted the release date in an interview with Polygon, where studio founder Sean Murray explained that the team was still on schedule despite its office getting flooded. "We're here in a cramped little upstairs room, with makeshift PCs and water slowly rising to the electrics ... because we have a game to release!"ORIGINAL STORY: And you were worried four-person indie developer Hello Games had taken on too much with ultra ambitious science fiction game No Man's Sky. The Guildford studio has just revealed it's been working in secret on a new iOS game called Joe Danger Infinity - and it's out soon."We've been incredibly proud of Joe Danger Touch since we released it last January," Hello Games' Sean Murray told Eurogamer."The success it achieved (number one on the App Store in lots of countries, like the US and UK) totally took us by surprise. Right at the end of his life, Joe has had probably his biggest success."Stevie [Burgess] was the main programmer on that, and I guess he always felt we had some unfinished business on iOS. It felt that Joe Danger Touch was something that had already existed on console, and he wanted us to do something totally new, just for iOS - where so so many people were enjoying it."We went back and tried making a Joe Danger that's completely fresh and new. It's coming really soon, it's called Joe Danger Infinity and it's genuinely beautiful. I'm super proud."

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CES 2014: Shrek studio DreamWorks creates DreamTab, an Android tablet for kids

January 7th, 2014, 00:12 Posted By: wraggster

Eight and 12-inch devices combine movies and education.
The trend of children using mobiles could become a lot more common, as DreamWorks partners with kids' product creator Fuhu to create the Android-powered DreamTab.
The animation studio is responsible for huge movies including Shrek andMadagascar, and believes combining technology and filmmaking has made the eight and 12-inch tablets unique.
Jim Mitchell, CEO of Fuhu, said: "Similar to the entrepreneurial nature of Fuhu, there is a founder-led spirit of innovation at DreamWorks Animation which permeates the studio and inspires them to create compelling content, regardless of the medium. They are true experts in crafting exceptional family entertainment with a unique understanding of and passion for technology."
The DreamTab has been co-developed by the company and goes beyond a content deal. The devices promise to offer:
* Fuhu's Wings Learning System education – reading, writing, maths – service
* Parental controls, which allow adults to set time limits, virtual currency, locks and syncs with their own devices
* Video art lessons with DreamWorks animators, the likes of who have been responsible for Shrek and Kung Fu Panda
* Nabi Play – home to children's shows from DreamWorks, Nickelodeon, Disney and Cartoon Network
* A dedicated app store for apps, games, music, films, e-books and more
* NFC
* Android Kit Kat
* 16GB and 32GB memory
* Cloud sync
Jim Mainard, head of digital strategy, DreamWorks Animation, added: "Fuhu grabbed our attention when they came on the market because they single-handedly made a quantum leap forward in revolutionising the kids tech space; as their company grew, we saw an incredible opportunity to join with them to take the overall tablet experience to a whole new level
"The DreamTab posed a compelling challenge not only to our filmmakers and artists to create content for this new medium, but also for our engineers and innovators who worked hand-in-hand with the Fuhu team to develop the consumer-facing side of this groundbreaking technology."
DreamTab will be showcased at CES this week and released in spring.

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First official wireless iPad controller released

January 7th, 2014, 00:17 Posted By: wraggster

The first wireless iPad controller officially licensed by Apple has been released.
The SteelSeries Stratus is a miniature controller measuring 11cm long. The Stratus is equipped with four face buttons, a D-pad, two analog sticks and four shoulder buttons.
The battery has a life of about 10 hours, with Bluetooth used to connect to Apple devices from an iPhone 5, fifth generation iPod Touch, iPad 4 or iPad Mini onwards.
The controller is available to pre-order from the Apple online store now for $100 (£83), with an exact UK price yet to be revealed.

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CES 2014: Google's Android to take on Apple's iOS in car-tech market

January 7th, 2014, 00:23 Posted By: wraggster

Google has announced that it has partnered with the likes of Audi, Honda, Hyundai, GM and Nvidia to bring an Android-based system to cars.
By teaming up with a number of automotive companies, Google has formed the Open Automotive Alliance, which it says is designed to accelerate innovation in the sector.
Google will have to compete with Apple in the car-tech market. The company has been working with other automakers on integrating iOS devices with in-car technology.
Audi is set to showcase Android tech powered by Nvidia at CES this week.
Hyundai has unveiled that Google Glass will be able to operate some of the features of the 2015 Hyundai Genesis automobile.

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CES 2014: No-show for Samsung Galaxy S5

January 7th, 2014, 00:28 Posted By: wraggster

Samsung has confirmed that its next flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S5, will launch at Mobile World Congress in February.
Those hoping to see the handset at CES 2014 will have to wait until February 24th, when MWC takes place in Barcelona.
Galaxy S5 spec rumours include the ability to scan the user’s eye to unlock the phone as well as 4GB of RAM and a 4K display.
Instead of its next flagship smartphone, Samsung will be showcasing its Galaxy Note Pro and Tab Pro tablets at CES 2014.

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Nvidia Announces 192 Core Tegra K1 Chips, Bets On Android

January 7th, 2014, 01:02 Posted By: wraggster

Nvidia just announced Tegra K1, it's first 192-core processor. NVIDIA CEO Jen-Hsun Huang made the announcement at CES 2014. He also said that Android will be the most important platform for gaming consoles. 'Why wouldn't you want to be open, connected to your TV and have access to your photos, music, gaming. It's just a matter of time before Android disrupts game consoles,' said Huang."Nvidia's marketing department created a crop circle to promote the chip after CEO Jen Hsun Huang declared that it was so advanced that "it's practically built by aliens."

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Baldur's Gate 2: Enhanced Edition should roll onto iPad 'soon'

January 7th, 2014, 23:38 Posted By: wraggster

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Duke Nukem: Manhattan Project hitting iOS this week

January 7th, 2014, 23:46 Posted By: wraggster

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$10bn spent on Apple App Store in 2013

January 8th, 2014, 00:01 Posted By: wraggster

Over $1bn worth of sales in December alone to make it the most successful month EVER.
Fresh from its announcement that Beyonce's album was the fastest-selling to ever hit iTunes, Apple has revealed its devout customers spent over $10 billion on the App Store in 2013.
Sales passed $1 billion in December alone as users downloaded more than three billion apps to make it the most successful month in the history of the App Store.
The phenomenal figures mean developers have now earned $15 billion on the iOS marketplace, with Candy Crush and Puzzle & Dragons recognised as success stories.
Eddy Cue, Apple’s SVP of Internet Software and Services, said: "We’d like to thank our customers for making 2013 the best year ever for the App Store. The lineup of apps for the holiday season was astonishing and we look forward to seeing what developers create in 2014."

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150m people own a smartphone in the US

January 8th, 2014, 00:02 Posted By: wraggster

Apple holds the top spot with 41.2 per cent market share where as Android is the number one platform with 51.9 per cent.
By the end of November 2013, 152.5 million people in the US owned a smartphone – this is up three per cent from August according to comScore.
Unsurprisingly Apple was stuck fast at the top of the pile, retaining 41.2 per cent of market share across the pond, where as Android reigned over the platform market share with 51.9 per cent.
Samsung came in second to Apple with 26 per cent, followed by Motorola with 6.7 per cent, LG 6.5 per cent and HTC with 6.4 per cent.
Apple’s iOS lagged behind Android in the platform market share race with 41.2 per cent, BlackBerry at 3.5 per cent, Microsoft with 3.1 per cent and Symbian at 0.2 per cent.
Google sites claimed 86.7 per cent of the mobile media audience, ranking them number one web property on smartphone, followed by Facebook’s 84.9 per cent, Yahoo sites at 79.4 per cent and Amazon’s sites with 72.5 per cent.

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CES 2014: Samsung's new tablets and 11 exclusive content partnerships

January 8th, 2014, 00:03 Posted By: wraggster

The Galaxy NotePRO and TabPRO unveiled along with free content offers from Bloomberg, Dropbox, Evernote and more.
Samsung took to the stage at this year’s CES to unveil its new Galaxy NotePRO and TabPRO tablets to the world.
Both tablets come equipped with productivity tools to manage users personal and professional lives.
The devices benefit from multi window, allowing users to split the screen into four different windows, run an application in multiple windows, and use the S Pen to drag and drop content between windows.
The Pen, included with the Galaxy NotePRO offers a more responsive and productive tablet user experience with access to features including Action Memo, Scrapbook, Screen Write and S Finder – plus Pen Window enables users to draw a window of any size on the screen to instantly access in-app features such as YouTube or calculator.
Simon Stanford, VP of IT and mobile division at Samsung Electronics UK and Ireland, said: “This new line offers the best in media consumption and productivity, combining the industry’s best viewing experience in a tablet with Samsung’s award-winning design legacy.
“The Samsung NotePRO and TabPRO demonstrate our commitment to providing our customers with an extraordinary versatile product, further extending their digital experience into everyday life than ever before.”
Along with the new devices, Samsung has bagged some exclusive content deals that offer out-of-the-box pre-paid, long-term subscription offers to news, social media and cloud storage providers such as Bloomberg, Blurb, Dropbox, Evernote, LinkedIn, LiveSport.TV, NY Times and Sketchbook Pro.
Stanford continued: “We are delighted to team up with so many of the world’s best mobile content and service providers to bring our customers industry-leading apps and services. We are demonstrating our commitment to our mobile users by providing them with unmatched productivity right out of the box.”
Samsung also recently released the NFC-based Galaxy Camera 2, with a design that it says matches up-to-date smartphones.
Check out the full list of content offers below.


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BBC Sport: Mobiles powered 72 per cent of web traffic over Christmas

January 8th, 2014, 00:07 Posted By: wraggster

And apps have now been downloaded more than 3m times.
The Beeb was keen on pushing live events to mobiles in 2013, demonstrated with its efforts for Glastonbury and Wimbledon.
Indeed, the latter worked wonders for BBC Sport, as 64 per cent of web traffic came from mobiles during the final.
Now, the division says mobiles fuelled 72 per cent of site visits on Boxing Day and 70 per cent on New Year's Day.
The devices brought in more than three million unique visitors on Boxing Day, reaching the three million milestone for the first time only to continue rising to hit a new record 3.1 million uniques on New Year's Day.
Tablets were key contributors, accounting for a record 1.3 million uniques on Boxing Day, surging to 1.5 million for the first time on New Year's Day.
The BBC Sport mobile app for mobiles has now been downloaded more than three million times across iOS and Android.
Chris Condron, head of product for BBC Sport, said: "These figures highlight just how essential handheld devices have become to our audiences. We’ve seen this trend grow throughout the year, culminating in record figures over the festive period when tablets and mobiles are a popular gift in many homes across the UK.
"We’ll continue to iterate and improve our digital services throughout a massive year of sport in 2014, making sure people get the best possible experience on any device they want, wherever they want."
Sister department BBC iPlayer has also reported a bumper mobile Christmas, claiming 2013 was year of the tablet.

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CES 2014: Sony debuts Xperia Z1 Compact, Xperia Z1S, wedge TVs and 4K camcorder

January 8th, 2014, 00:11 Posted By: wraggster

While Samsung has held back from launching a new flagship smartphone at CES 2014, Sony has gone full steam ahead with two new devices.
The Xperia Z1 Compact is, as you may have guessed, a mini version of Sony’s flagship Xperia Z1 smartphone. It features pretty much all the same specs as the 5-inch Z1 but packs it all into a device with a slightly smaller 4.3-inch display. It also has a slightly smaller 2300mAh battery compared to the Z1’s 3000mAh one.
The Z1S also comes with similar specs to the Z1, but it has a higher IP58 waterproof rating so it can be submerged into water for more time and depth.
It runs Android 4.3 Jelly Bean, is powered by a 2.2GHz quad-core Qualcomm processor and has 2GB or RAM. There’s 32GB of inbuilt storage and a Full HD 5-inch Triluminos display powered by Sony Mobile BRAVIA Engine 2.
As well as smartphones, Sony has unveiled a host of other products at CES 2014, including a 4K camcorder priced at under $2,000 (£1,220), which the company says is 46 per cent smaller and 67 per cent lighter than previous models.
In the TV stakes Sony has unveiled a new form factor called ‘Wedge’. The new TVs have deep, triangular sides which are thicker at the bottom.
This extra space makes way for better speakers in-built into the device to provide ‘better bass, a wider sonic range, and clearer vocals’ than a common pair of speakers.

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CES 2014: Samsung officially unveils Galaxy NotePRO and TabPRO

January 8th, 2014, 00:13 Posted By: wraggster

Samsung’s CES keynote reveals four new Galaxy tablet devices.
The new tablet line-up includes the 12.2-inch Galaxy NotePRO and 12.2-inch, 10.1-inch and 8.4-inch Galaxy TabPRO models.
The NotePRO (pictured, right) runs Android 4.4 KitKat and is powered by Exynos 5 Octa processor for the Wi-Fi and 3G model, while the LTE version has a 2.3GHz quad-core Snapdragon 800 chipset.
Other specs include an S Pen, 3GB of RAM, 32GB and 64GB inbuilt storage variants, 8MP rear camera and 2MP front camera.
The TabPRO 12.2-inch comes with identical specs to the NotePRO 12.2-inch minus the S Pen.
The TabPRO 10.1-inch also features two different sets of processors – Exynos 5 Octa for the Wi-Fi model and 2.3GHz quad-core Snapdragon 800 for the LTE version.
The TabPRO 8.4-inch is powered by a 2.3GHz quad-core Snapdragon 800 processor and features the same 8MP rear camera and 2MP front camera as all the other models.

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CES 2014: ASUS reveals smartphone that transforms into a tablet

January 8th, 2014, 00:20 Posted By: wraggster

ASUS has lifted the lid on a plethora of products at CES 2014, including the PadFone mini (pictured) which transforms from smartphone to tablet.
The 4-inch 800x480 pixel smartphone slots into a 7-inch 1280x800 pixel "better than HD" tablet. It's powered by an Intel Atom Z2560 processor, has 8GB of internal storage and a micro SD card slot that enables storage to be upgraded by up to 64GB.
It also has an 8MP main camera and 2MP front-facing camera, and can record in HD 1080p video, plus it has ZenUI, a new user interface exclusive to ASUS smart devices.
PadFone mini's design tapers to 6.3mm at its thinnest edge and the smartphone itself weighs 116g.
UK pricing and availability has not yet been confirmed.

ASUS also announced the VivoTab Note 8 (right), a Windows 8.1 tablet featuring a professional Wacom digitizer stylus. Designed for professionals and students alike and bundled with Microsoft Office Home and Student, it weighs just 380g.
The Note 8 has an Intel Atom Z3740 processor, up to eight hours battery life, 2GB of memory, 32GB of solid-state storage plus the ability to use up to 64GB microSD cards.
The VivoTab Note 8 will be on shelves in February with an MSRP of £299.99.


Thirdly, ASUS unveiled the Transformer Book Duet (TD300) (pictured left), which it says is the world’s first quad-mode, dual-OS laptop and tablet convertible. It allows users to switch between Windows and Android in either laptop or tablet modes in four seconds.
With a powerful Intel Core i7 processor at its heart, Transformer Book Duet runs up to twice as fast as existing tablets based on ARM processors. It has Intel HD graphics and 4G DDR3L 1600 RAM, a 13.3-inch 1920 x 1080 Full HD IPS touchscreen display and Windows 8.1.
In addition, Transformer Book Duet has a front-facing HD camera with a built-in digital mic for video chats. The tablet display has 128GB of SSD storage which can be supplemented by a 64GB Micro SD card, while the keyboard dock houses a 1TB hard disk drive.
The dock is also home to USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 ports, a LAN port, and HDMI 1.4 output with 1080p support. In terms of connectivity, ASUS Transformer Book T300 has 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.0 with EDR.
The Transformer Book Duet's tablet measures 342.7 x 216.3 x 12.9mm and the dock is 340.9 x 217.6 x 16mm.It weighs around 1.9kg. UK pricing and release details will be announced in due course.

The ZenFone high-value smartphone series was also revealed at CES 2014. It also uses the new ZenUI user interface which includes free open messaging, powered by Omlet Chat on the Omlet Open Messaging Platform.
ASUS has also added enhanced Android apps to every ZenFone device. The ASUS-enhanced email app, for example, allows messages to be read by thread, the Smart Reader Mode automatically adjusts the background tone to reduce eye-strain, and the Gallery app has an enhanced online synchronisation.
The ZenFone 4 has a 4-inch display and a 1.2GHz Intel Atom Z2520 processor with Quad-Thread Hyper-Threading Technology. It has two built-in cameras - including a 5-megapixel main camera. It weighs 115g and is available in five colours: Charcoal Black, Pearl White, Cherry Red, Sky Blue and Solar Yellow.
The ZenFone 5 has a spacious 5-inch IPS panel that delivers a HD 1280 x 720-pixel resolution - and has a design that tapers to 5.5mm at its thinnest edge.
It has an energy-efficient Intel Atom Z2580 processor running at 2GHz and also benefits from an 8-megapixel PixelMaster main camera with image stabilisation. This couples a backside-illumination (BSI) sensor and wide-aperture f/2.0 lens with exclusive ASUS PixelMaster technology.
PixelMaster’s Low-Light Mode measures the available light and intelligently adjusts the pixel size to increase light sensitivity by up to 400 per cent. ZenFone 5 is available in four colours: Charcoal Black, Pearl White, Cherry Red and Champagne Gold.
The ZenFone 6 boasts a 6-inch HD screen and an Intel Atom Z2580 processor running at 2GHz.
ZenFone 6 also includes a 13-megapixel main camera that similarly benefits from exclusive ASUS PixelMaster technology, and a 2-megapixel front camera. ZenFone 6 is also available in Charcoal Black, Pearl White, Cherry Red, and Champagne Gold.

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CES 2014: World's first 'smart oven' has built-in Android tablet

January 8th, 2014, 00:26 Posted By: wraggster

Dacor is showcasing what it claims is the world’s first ‘smart professional cooking range for the home’ at this year’s CES.
The Discovery iQ Dual-Fuel Range features an integrated, wirelessly connected Android tablet.
There’s also a Dacor Remote iQ Cooking Application so users can control the range via any smartphone or tablet from anywhere in the building.
"The new range combines the cooking precision our customers have enjoyed for nearly 50 years with a first-of-its-kind Dacor Cooking App and iQ Controller, providing a convenient, connected cooking experience."
The built-in tablet has a 7-inch display, features all the usual Google apps and runs Android 4.0.

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The Witcher Adventure Game lets four tabletop players compete, cooperate

January 9th, 2014, 00:15 Posted By: wraggster

CD Projekt Red is partnering with Fantasy Flight Games for The Witcher Adventure Game, a tabletop board game also planned for iOS and Android tablets.
The adventure casts four players as four characters from the world of the books and video games: the Witcher himself Geralt of Rivia, sorceress Triss Merigold, well-connected bard Dandelion, and dwarven leader Yarpen Zigrin. Players compete and collaborate across a world map, completing quest cards and advancing their characters through customizable skill paths.

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GTA San Andreas available now on Android and Kindle

January 9th, 2014, 00:22 Posted By: wraggster

The Android and Kindle versions of Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas are now available to purchase.
Originally announced in late November, the remastered version of the 2004 classic was released on iOS in December.
Now the game can also be purchased for Android tablets and smartphones via the Google Play store, as long as you have one ofthese supported devices.
The title supports all HID-compliant USB and Bluetooth game controllers as well as MOGA controllers.
The Kindle version, meanwhile, will only work on the Kindle Fire HDX 7.0 and 8.9. It will not work on the standard Kindle Fire HD.
The mobile version of San Andreas is priced at £4.99 / €5.99 / $6.99 / $7.49 AUS.
A version for Windows Phone is still in development, with Rockstar telling gamers to "look for it soon".
The game was originally released for PS2 in October 2004. In our Grand Theft Auto San Andreas review, we said it "delivers an unbelievable amount of new features while polishing up all the things that the GTA series already did well."

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Leak reportedly shows Nokia Normandy's Android interface

January 9th, 2014, 00:26 Posted By: wraggster

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Samsung's Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 is a gigantic tablet

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CES 2014: Windows Phone outsells the iPhone

January 9th, 2014, 00:47 Posted By: wraggster

Windows boasts record sales and increased European market share.
Although lacking specific numbers, Microsoft has grabbed the CES2014 megaphone to shout about its record sales, reports Neowin.
Signs that things were looking up for the company were spattered around the media with reports of Windows Phone shipments growing 156 per cent in November, and the prediction that devs for the platform were set to double to 32 per cent this year.
Sales shot up even more over the festive period, taking the number two OS in some countries, and outselling the iPhone is 24 other markets.
A Microsoft spokesperson, commented: “In the third quarter this year, according to IDC, Windows Phone reinforced its position as a top three smartphone operating system and was the fastest-growing platform among the leading operating systems with 156 per cent year-over-year gain.”
Some of the countries that Windows took the number two spot are Mexico, Italy, Poland, South Africa, Finland, and Czech Republic. Plus a few of the 24 markets where the Windows Phone out-shipped the iPhone were Egypt, India, Kenya, Nigeria, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and the UAE.
The spokesperson continued: “Windows Phone is the number two smartphone operating system in 14 markets, and shipped more than iPhone in 24 markets in Q3. Our portfolio continues to expand: form award-winning flagship devices like the Nokia Lumia 928/1020/1520, to affordable new innovations like the Lumia 520/625/1320 and Huawei W1/W2.”

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Fight manager sim Title Bout Championship Boxing 2013 out on iPad, Android

January 9th, 2014, 00:50 Posted By: wraggster

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Console releases for Matsuno's Unsung Story may be dictated by cross-platform play

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Rhythm Thief & The Paris Caper breaks into the App Store

January 10th, 2014, 00:12 Posted By: wraggster

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Magic 2014 expands again, adding two new decks

January 10th, 2014, 00:20 Posted By: wraggster

Magic 2014: Duels of the Planeswalkers, the most recent video game adaptation of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, has grown a bit larger with the release of a third deck pack.

Like the game's prior two deck packs, this addition is priced at $3 and adds two new decks to Magic 2014. "Warsmith" is described as a red and white deck bolstered by beneficial artifacts and spells designed to improve the effectiveness of your virtual cardboard troops. "Hunting Season," by contrast, is a green deck that relies on oversized creatures to trample your foes. If sheer size doesn't work, and your armies are still being cut to pieces, don't worry: This deck is designed to allow players to quickly summon new creatures at a moment's notice.

The third deck pack for Magic 2014 should be available now on the PlayStation Network, Xbox Live, Steam and the Android and iOS app stores. If you can't find it on your platform of choice, wait a bit, then check again. According to the deck pack's developers, "launch timing may vary by platform and region."

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CES 2014: Samsung S5 to come with eye scanner?

January 10th, 2014, 00:27 Posted By: wraggster

New device to be unveiled by April.
Samsung has been struggling as of late, cutting $8 billion off its market value, and losing market dominance to Apple in China.
Meaning it is under even more pressure to release something special for its next mobile device. Maybe an eye scanner similar to the iPhone 5S’ fingerprint scanner could be just the ticket.
The Samsung Galaxy S5 has a lot to live up – which is why Lee Young Hee, executive VP of Samsung’s mobile business is responding to what people want.
She said: “Many people are fanatical about iris recognition technology. We are studying the possibility.”
There were already rumours surround retina technology as the NY Times reported earlier last year that the S5 could possibly sport an eye scrolling feature, to prevent time-consuming swiping when reading messages and other media.
She didn’t spill too many beans to Bloomberg at CES, but did say that the company will focus more on the device’s display, and feel of the cover.
It was also revealed that the new device will be released along side a new Samsung smartwatch. WHY???

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Apple and Samsung CEOs agree to meet to discuss two-year legal battle

January 10th, 2014, 00:30 Posted By: wraggster

Apple and Samsung’s CEOs have greed to attend a mediation session to discuss settling a legal battle over designs and technologies of their mobile devices.
Apple’s Tim Cook and Samsung’s Oh-Hyun Kwon will meet by or before February 19th.
The agreement was made in response to a court order to submit a proposal for settlement discussion before a new trial begins in March.
The legal battle began back in 2011 when Apple accused Samsung of copying the iPhone and iPad. Samsung later claimed Apple used its technologies without permissions.
In the last two years, Apple and Samsung have gone to trial twice in San Jose, California federal court, with juries awarding Apple a totally of around $930 million.

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Samsung promises a 'back to basics' rethink for the Galaxy S 5

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Rhythm Thief & the Paris Caper launches on iOS

January 10th, 2014, 23:19 Posted By: wraggster

UPDATE: Rhythm Thief's iOS launch has turned out to be short-lived - publisher Sega has pulled the game from the App Store after discovering an "unexpected problem"."An unexpected problem has been discovered in the version of Rhythm Thief that was available yesterday on the Apple App Store, so we have removed it temporarily from the store as we work on a fix," a spokesperson explained. "Our development team is hard at work to update the game and it will be back online very soon."Anyone who has purchased the game already will be able to play it as soon as it is back. We will keep you updated and we thank you in advance for your continued patience."Rhythm Thief launched on iOS last night - there's no word as yet on when it will return.ORIGINAL STORY: Rhythm Thief & the Paris Caper - the iOS spin-off of the 3DS rhythm game Rhythm Thief and the Emperor's Treasure - is out now, Sega has announced.Temporarily priced at £6.99 / $9.99, this iOS adaptation isn't a straight port of the 3DS game as much of the storytelling has been omitted in favour of getting straight to the action. It's not entirely stripped down though, as the iOS game features a lot of new content including 20 original songs, 50 new missions, new mini-games, and an a new "accomplice" feature in which you can recruit teammates and even borrow them from friends.This Pokemon-esque trading feature comes at a cost, however, as the App Store noted that "a network connection is required to play." This may not be a big deal if you're on the surface, but you won't be able to play this during underground tube passages or on plane rides. We've contacted Sega about the possibility of an offline mode being added as an update and are awaiting reply.

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£7 Sega Rhythm Thief game removed from App Store after 24 hours

January 11th, 2014, 00:24 Posted By: wraggster

An 'unexpected problem' forced removal.
Just yesterday, Sega released Rhythm Thief and the Paris Caper for iOS, which combines music, puzzles and adventure with characters Raphael and his dog Fondue.
It has since been removed from the App Store, however, due to a unexpected batch of bugs surfacing.
Sega's official statement says: "An unexpected problem has been discovered in the version of Rhythm Thief that was available yesterday on the Apple App Store, so we have removed it temporarily from the store as we work on a fix.
"Our development team is hard at work to update the game and it will be back online very soon. Anyone who has purchased the game already will be able to play it as soon as it is back. We will keep you updated and we thank you in advance for your continued patience."
During yesterday's launch of the £6.99 game, Sega's digital business VP, Chris Olson, said: "Rhythm Thief & The Paris Caper fits well with our ongoing mission to bring diverse, high quality titles to the mobile games space."

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DreamWorks launches exclusive App Store Appisodes

January 11th, 2014, 00:37 Posted By: wraggster

The animation teaches the importance of building a strong foundation via active participation.
DreamWorks - who has just released the DreamTab ANdroid tablet for kids - and Plumzi has released an interactive appisode titled VeggieTales Appisode: 3 Builders for the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch.
The exclusive animation is based on the TV episode The Little House that Stood – it showcases a new form of story-driven entertainment that challenges children by putting them in control.
Viewers can use voice, tap, tilt plus more actions to participate in the episode and learn valuable life lessons from the VeggieTales characters Bob, Larry, and Mr. Lunt.
They can talk to Bob through the microphone and listen to his funny responses, tap the screen to make prints in wet cement, and drag materials to rebuild the dam to prevent CabbageVille from flooding.
Chris Hewish, head of global interactive at DreamWorks Animation, said: “We believe appisodes are an exciting new form of entertainment and we are proud to bring our first VeggieTales appisode to market with Plumzi.
“Plumzi has built a unique process and technology to quickly adapt existing animated series into immersive appisodes, which will allow kids everywhere to participate in the story of our beloved series.”
All the while entertaining the kids watching, it also reinforces child development and learning, plus allows parents to track the child’s progress in each of the activities.
VeggieTales Appisode: 3 Builders is available for $4.99 from the App Store now.

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Lumia Black update launched for Nokia and Microsoft devices

January 11th, 2014, 00:38 Posted By: wraggster

New features include app folder, Nokia Beamer, Storyteller and Camera plus more.
Nokia - who recently removed its Here mapping service from the App Store - has announced the launch of an update for the Lumia Black software for Nokia Lumia Windows Phone 8 owners around the world today.
The update brings a host of new features and improvements in imaging, apps and app updates plus much more.
App folder offers a smoother user experience by offering an option to further personalise and organise the devices start screen. Apps can be grouped into one folder for easier access.
Nokia Glance screen 2.0 helps keep track of information in real-time, making important notifications always visible at a glance on the screen.
Bluetooth LE is now enabled across the full Windows Phone 8 Lumia range, compatible with many gadgets.
Nokia Beamer lets the user share what’s on a device by ‘beaming’ documents, presentations, videos and more toany HTML5-enabled screen by scanning a QR code on the screen.
Nokia Storyteller arranges photos by date and place making it easy to tell the story behind the pictures.
Nokia Camera merges Nokia Pro Camera and Smart Camera to simplify the mobile photography experience. The update also brings raw DNG support for Lumia 1020 owners.
A series of enhancements will also be included in the update including safe driving mode, customised ringtones, ability to close apps in the multitasking view, and screen rotation lock.
The update is available now for the Lumia 1020 and 925, with other models in the range following in the coming weeks.

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Mobile Banking Apps For iOS Woefully Insecure

January 11th, 2014, 01:13 Posted By: wraggster

Mobile banking applications fall short on their use of encryption, validation of digital certificates and two-factor authentication, putting financial transactions at risk worldwide. An examination of 40 iOS mobile banking apps from 60 leading banks worldwide revealed a slew of security shortcomings that also included hard-coded development credentials discovered during a static analysis of app binaries. It's a mess, and to date, most of the banks have been informed and none of provided feedback indicating the vulnerabilities were patched.

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New RoboCop film gets free-to-play smartphone tie-in

January 11th, 2014, 01:26 Posted By: wraggster

Glu Mobile has released a RoboCop game on iOS that ties in to next month’s movie return for the Detroit law enforcer.
An android version is due for release on January 15^th.
The game is free-to-play and takes the form of a cover shooter in which the resurrected Alex Murphy is undergoing a training simulation.
The RoboCop series debuted in 1987 with a film of the same name and went on to produce two, less successful movie sequels in 1990 and 1993 as well as a less-violent 1994 TV series.
The new film, which is due out in the UK on Februay 7^th, looks to resurrect the brand, giving RoboCop a new look in the process.

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Game of Thrones: Ascent coming to iOS, Android

January 11th, 2014, 23:20 Posted By: wraggster

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Samsung's budget Galaxy Note 3 Neo reportedly caught on camera

January 11th, 2014, 23:50 Posted By: wraggster

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Google update paves the way for more multiplayer games in the Play Store

January 11th, 2014, 23:52 Posted By: wraggster

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Huawei hops on the Android gaming bandwagon with Tron mini-console

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Jelly Bean claims 59.1 percent of Android device share as KitKat inches forward

January 13th, 2014, 00:33 Posted By: wraggster

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VGBA-Android 4.3.2 with New Special Effects

January 13th, 2014, 01:05 Posted By: wraggster

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Marat Fayzullin has released another version of its GameBoy Advance emulator VGBA-Android.

I have just released VGBA-Android 4.3.2, a new version of my GameBoy Advance emulator:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...d=com.fms.vgba

In this version, I have added special display effects to simulate vertical scanlines and raster patterns that show up in real LCD displays. So, the old "TV Scanlines" option has been turned into a list selector now. I have also fixed a couple of crashes found in the Google Developer Console logs and added cheats for 6 new games to the Cheatopedia. See below for details.

• Made "Scanline Effect" a list selector, to accommodate multiple effects.
• Added "Vertical Scanlines" option, for vertical scanlines found in old LCDs.
• Added "Raster Effect" option, for LCD-like raster simulation.
• Fixed a crash when surface gets destroyed during display update.
• Fixed a crash when deleting files with special characters in their names.
• Added Gundam SEED Battle Assault cheats to the Cheatopedia.
• Added Inspector Gadget cheats to the Cheatopedia.
• Added Disney´s Magical Quest 1/2 cheats to the Cheatopedia.
• Added Disney´s Party cheats to the Cheatopedia.
• Added Disney´s Princess cheats to the Cheatopedia.

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Speccy-Windows 2.2.1

January 13th, 2014, 01:07 Posted By: wraggster

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Marat Fayzullin has updated his Spectrum emulator Speccy for Windows and Android.

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New morning, new version of Speccy, my Sinclair ZX Spectrum emulator. The new Speccy-Android 2.2.1 is now available from Google Play:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...com.fms.speccy (free version)
https://play.google.com/store/apps/d....speccy.deluxe (full version)

This release adds two special video effects: the "vertical scanlines" and the "raster". Both will make your screen look like an old, low-resolution LCD. I have also been working with the crash reports accumulated over the last few months and fixed three most common remaining crash causes. See below for details.

• Added "Simulate LCD Scanlines" option, for vertical scanlines.
• Added raster effect when both vertical and horizontal scanlines enabled.
• Fixed a crash when surface gets destroyed during display update.
• Fixed a crash when deleting files with special characters in their names.
• Fixed a crash when showing sections in File Selector.

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MasterGear 2.8.14 for Android

January 13th, 2014, 01:07 Posted By: wraggster

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Marat Fayzullin has updated his MasterSystem, GameGear, SG-1000, SC-3000 and SF-7000 emulator MasterGear for Android.

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I have published MasterGear-Android 2.8.14 this morning, a new version of my Sega MasterSystem, GameGear, and SG-1000 emulator:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...?id=com.fms.mg

This release adds the optional "vertical scanlines" display effect that simulates LCD display structure. Moreover, if you enable both the "LCD Scanlines" and "TV Scanlines" options, MasterGear will apply the raster effect to your display. Feel free to experiment with these options.

• Added "Simulate LCD Scanlines" option, for vertical scanlines.
• Added raster effect when both vertical and horizontal scanlines enabled.
• Fixed a crash when surface gets destroyed during display update.
• Fixed a crash when deleting files with special characters in their names.
• Fixed a crash when showing sections in File Selector.

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ColEm 2.9.6 for Android Published

January 13th, 2014, 01:10 Posted By: wraggster

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ColEm-Android 2.9.6, the new version of my ColecoVision emulator, has gone into Google Play today:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...s.colem.deluxe (full version)
https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...=com.fms.colem (free version)

In this release, I have fixed the frame rate change between PAL and NTSC modes and eliminated several crash sources that showed up in the Google Developer console. See below for detailed change list.

• Fixed framerate limiter change when switching between PAL and NTSC.
• Fixed a crash when surface gets destroyed during display update.
• Fixed a crash when deleting files with special characters in their names.
• Fixed a crash when showing sections in File Selector.

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iNES-Android 3.8.12 Released

January 13th, 2014, 01:12 Posted By: wraggster

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I have released iNES-Android 3.8.12, a new version of my Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) and Famicom emulator:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...d=com.fms.ines

The new release adds support for 6 additional cartridge hardware types and fixes 3 of the few remaining possible crash causes. See below for details.

• Added mapper #193 (TC-112 chip in Fighting Hero, War in the Gulf).
• Added mapper #240 (Jing Ke Xin Zhuan and Sheng Huo Lie Zhuan).
• Added mapper #241 (Fan Kong Jing Ying).
• Added mapper #242 (Wai Xing Zhan Shi).
• Added mapper #243 (Honey Peach and Poker III).
• Added mapper #246 (Fong Shen Bang - Zhu Lu Zhi Zhan).
• Fixed a crash when surface gets destroyed during display update.
• Fixed a crash when deleting files with special characters in their names.
• Fixed a crash when showing sections in File Selector.

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fMSX-Windows 3.7 and fMSX-Android 3.7.10 Published

January 13th, 2014, 01:13 Posted By: wraggster

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fMSX is one of the oldest computer emulators in the world. It runs software written for MSX, MSX2, and MSX2+ home computers. Starting today, you can download fMSX-Windows 3.7 for free from the fMSX home page:

http://fms.komkon.org/fMSX/

I have also released fMSX-Android 3.7.10, fixing several remaining crash causes:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...ms.fmsx.deluxe (full version)
https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...d=com.fms.fmsx (free version)

• fMSX-Windows is now free.
• Fixed a crash when surface gets destroyed during display update.
• Fixed a crash when deleting files with special characters in their names.
• Fixed a crash when showing sections in File Selector.
• Fixed compilation warnings when compiling fMSX with CLANG.

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VGB-Android 3.9.13 Released

January 13th, 2014, 01:14 Posted By: wraggster

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I have just released VGB-Android 3.9.13, a new version of my GameBoy Color, GameBoy Color, and Super GameBoy emulator:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...id=com.fms.vgb

The new release fixes three of the few remaining crash causes and adds four Kirby-themed games to the Cheatopedia. If VGB still crashes for you, for any reason, please, do not hesitate to email me.

• Fixed a crash when surface gets destroyed during display update.
• Fixed a crash when deleting files with special characters in their names.
• Fixed a crash when showing sections in File Selector.
• Added Kirby´s Block Ball to the Cheatopedia.
• Added Kirby´s Dream Land to the Cheatopedia.
• Added Kirby´s Dream Land 2 to the Cheatopedia.
• Added Kirby´s Pinball Land to the Cheatopedia.

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John GBC/Lite/John NES/Lite 2.15

January 13th, 2014, 01:20 Posted By: wraggster

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NES emulator for Android has been updated. Changes:
- added on-screen buttons: Quick save, Quick load, Fast forward;
- changed to display screenshots in game list;
- fixed crash bugs on certain device.
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Jnes 1.3.11.46

January 13th, 2014, 01:21 Posted By: wraggster

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NES emulator for Android has been updated. Changes:
- fixed 8-bitty support;
- added button layout option
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MAME4droid Reloaded 1.6.1

January 13th, 2014, 01:22 Posted By: wraggster

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Multisystem arcade emulator for Android has been updated. Changes:
- XD S7800b, Archos Gamepad 2 support.
- Improved immersive mode.
- Added option to delete nvram and cfg files.
- Added selectable save-load combo.
- Some bug fixes.
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Vgba 4.3.2

January 13th, 2014, 01:23 Posted By: wraggster

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Nintendo GameBoy Advance emulator for Android has been updated. Changes:
- Made "Scanline Effect" a list selector.
- Added "Vertical Scanlines" option, for vertical scanlines found in old LCDs.
- Added "Raster Effect" option, for LCD-like raster simulation.
- Fixed a crash when surface gets destroyed during display update.
- Fixed a crash when deleting files with special characters in their names.
- Added Gundam SEED cheats to the Cheatopedia.
- Added Inspector Gadget cheats to the Cheatopedia.
- Added cheats for Disney's Party, Princess, and Magical Quest games.
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Speccy/Speccy Deluxe 2.2.1

January 13th, 2014, 01:24 Posted By: wraggster

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ZX Spectrum emulator for Android has been updated. Changes:
- Added "Simulate LCD Scanlines" option, for vertical scanlines.
- Added raster effect when both vertical and horizontal scanlines enabled.
- Fixed a crash when surface gets destroyed during display update.
- Fixed a crash when deleting files with special characters in their names.
- Fixed a crash when showing sections in File Selector.
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MasterGear 2.8.14

January 13th, 2014, 01:25 Posted By: wraggster

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Sega Master System/Game Gear emulator for Android has been updated. Changes:
- Added "Simulate LCD Scanlines" option, for vertical scanlines.
- Added raster effect when both vertical and horizontal scanlines enabled.
- Fixed a crash when surface gets destroyed during display update.
- Fixed a crash when deleting files with special characters in their names.
- Fixed a crash when showing sections in File Selector.
News source: https://play.google.com

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nds4droid 45

January 13th, 2014, 01:25 Posted By: wraggster

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Nintendo DS emulator for Android has been updated. Changes:
- Changed the default key mapping to open the options menu to "KEYCODE_BUTTON_START." This should be a better default for controller-based systems like the OUYA or the NVIDIA SHIELD. It will require a full reinstall of the app for this default to take effect;
- Added the ability to access the settings screen from the ROM browser options menu;
- Enabled compatibility for devices without a touchscreen.
File: Download
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Gameboy Color A.D. 4.5

January 13th, 2014, 01:26 Posted By: wraggster

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Nintendo GameBoy/GameBoy Color emulator for Android has been updated. Changes:
- Happy New Year;
- Addressed save issue;
- increased response time;
- fixed ad loops;
- Fixed intermittent crashes;
- Fixed screen and scaling issues;
- Fixed save crash error on some tablets and devices;
- Enhanced with MOGA controller support;
- Added Fullscreen mode for compatible phones;
- Custom layouts (settings>input settings>virtual keypad settings>d-pad+buttons);
- Fixed other issues to bring more happy fun time--woo;
- Fixed bug with black screen and no video;
- fixed loading rom bug.
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DraStic DS 2.2.0.2a

January 13th, 2014, 01:27 Posted By: wraggster

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Nintendo DS emulator for Android has been updated. Changes:
- Fixed a graphical regression in Legend Of Zelda;
- Fixed cheat browser background on Gingerbread devices;
- Fixed right-stick mode name display.
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Magnetized makes it to mobile after its clones were removed

January 13th, 2014, 22:01 Posted By: wraggster

Taiwanese developer Rocky Hong had quite the upset last summer when he discovered that someone had ported his minimalist arcade game, Magnetized, to XBLIG and Google Play without his permission. Thankfully, the clones have been removed and now Hong has finally released his wonderfully addictive collection of physics-based challenges on iOS andAndroid.Priced at $2.99 (about £2), Magnetized tasks players with guiding a little cube through corridors by making magnetic spots re-calibrate the square's trajectory. Simply holding your finger down pulls the avatar towards the magnet, while releasing your finger leaves the square to continue on its current path like Sandra Bullock in Gravity.There's a loose narrative to the game - something about chasing dreams - but it's unfortunately riddled with grammatical errors as English isn't Hong's first language. It's a shame this wasn't tightened up prior to launch, but it honestly hardly matters as the core gameplay is as universal as they come.Magnetized has been free on Kongregate since April, but only now can it be played on the go. Check out the free version to see if it's your bag.

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Nokia Normandy Android smartphone prototype leaked

January 13th, 2014, 22:20 Posted By: wraggster

An Image of what appears to be a prototype of the Nokia Normandy has leaked onto Twitter.
The low-end smartphone is rumoured for a 2014 release and will have a tweaked version of Google’s Android operating system.
The image was tweeted by @seamissu on January 12th. The user claims the image is of an ‘engineering prototype’ of the Nokia Normandy.
The Normandy is reported to be aimed at the low-cost segment like Nokia’s Asha series, but with access to more traditional smartphone apps.
Other rumours include dual-SIM support, a single button below the screen, 5MP rear camera, and a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor.

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Sony considering Windows Phone deal with Microsoft

January 13th, 2014, 22:21 Posted By: wraggster

Sony has confirmed that it is considering a partnership with Microsoft in order to offer the Windows Phone operating system on its devices.
Speaking to TechRadar, the head of Sony Mobile Europe, Pierre, Perron, said that a collaboration with Microsoft was “an interesting proposition”.
"We are continuing our discussions with other partners, including Microsoft, as part of our partnership with this company on the broader Sony spectrum,” he added.
“One thing is using the [Windows Phone] platform itself, and another is: 'What can we deliver on top of it?’"
Sony had previously been rumoured to be considering a partnership in the mobile space with Microsoft in 2012. The rumours were halted by Sony Mobile CEO Kunimasa Suzuki, who said no such plans were in development. Sony’s Xperia X1 smartphone, released in 2008, ran on the Windows Mobile platform.
"We don't want to be a single OS manufacturer,” Perron explained. “I don't think it's a viable position in the long term."
"We enjoy very much a good collaboration with Google,” he added, on Sony’s current production of Android devices.
“We've been working with them for a long time and have a level of maturity with that discussion, that's good. But at the same time, Google has a relationship with direct competitors."

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Codemasters' Drive USA spotted on Singapore App Store

January 14th, 2014, 01:27 Posted By: wraggster

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Game of Thrones: Ascent heading to mobile platforms

January 14th, 2014, 01:37 Posted By: wraggster

Game of Thrones: Ascent has been pegged for release on iOS and Android platforms, following its stint as a browser-based offering.
The standout 2013 Facebook game based on George R.R. Martin's popular works will land on both mobile platforms “in the near future,” developer Disruptor Beam's CEO Jon Radoff told Gamezebo.
Facebook players will have the option to link their accounts for cross-platform play on their respective mobile device, or just start from the beginning of the game again.
A less casual effort also based on the Game of Thrones/A Song of Ice and Fire series was recently announced by Telltale and HBO.

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Samsung Galaxy Note 3 begins Android 4.4 KitKat rollout

January 14th, 2014, 01:43 Posted By: wraggster

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Mac Pro back on sale in Europe following previous ban

January 14th, 2014, 01:48 Posted By: wraggster

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SuperGNES/SuperGNES Lite 14-01-2014

January 14th, 2014, 11:41 Posted By: wraggster

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Super Nintendo emulator for Android has been updated. Changes:
- Nexus 10 tablet audio corrected.
- Switched to high performance OpenSL audio streaming.
- New APU engine with high fidelity audio and improved game compatibility.
- IMPORTANT: New APU must be enabled per game.
- Long-press on game icon and select "Settings" and check "Advanced APU".
News source: https://play.google.com

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Vgb 3.9.14

January 14th, 2014, 11:42 Posted By: wraggster

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Nintendo GameBoy/GameBoy Color emulator for Android has been updated. Changes:
- Made "Scanline Effect" a list selector, to accommodate multiple effects.
- Added "Vertical Scanlines" option, for vertical scanlines found in old LCDs.
- Added "Raster Effect" option, for LCD-like raster simulation.
- Added Armorines to the Cheatopedia.
- Added Battle Tanx to the Cheatopedia.
- Added 6 Batman-themed games to the Cheatopedia.
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Puzzler v1.6 (Android Game)

January 14th, 2014, 11:46 Posted By: wraggster

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Puzzler by Birla Games, Inc. is the classic collapse puzzle solving game exclusively made for kids. Get ready to sharp your brain by solving some of the classic puzzles. It includes level of difficulty by various puzzles ranging from simple enough to tough ones. These puzzles are simple enough to solve but hard to master.

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Primary v1.0.7 (Android Game)

January 14th, 2014, 11:47 Posted By: wraggster

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Primary by Chong Kok Seng is a puzzle game for Android.

As the captain of Starship Primary, your mission is to push back the invading alien ships by launching deadly weapons at them. You launch the weapons by marking the fuel tiles underneath them. You can mark a rectangular block of fuel tiles if the fuel tiles at the four corners of the block have the same color. The weapons at your disposal are time bombs that freeze the alien ships at their path, and missile rockets that push them back. Once pushed outside your primary perimeter, the alien ships are destroyed. The fuel tiles you mark also generate additional income. Use the income to buy more missile rockets and time bombs. If the block you mark triggers a bonus goal, your weapons get a significant power-up. As you level up, you face different alien ships, and they can counter attacks with their own weapons! For example, their shutdown rockets can make some fuel tiles unselectable! The higher the level, the deadlier their attacks become.
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Airtight Games' Ouya-exclusive Soul Fjord due this month

January 15th, 2014, 00:33 Posted By: wraggster

Quantum Conundrum developer Airtight Games has announced that its upcoming Ouya-exclusive "rhythm-based roguelike" Soul Fjord is coming out on 28th January.Much like Quantum Conundrum, Soul Fjord was the brainchild of studio creative director Kim Swift, best known as the lead designer of Portal. Soul Fjord will be a free-to-play affair with in-game purchases, which guarantees that half of you have already stopped reading. But hey, it stars a "funk viking" with the excellent name Magnus Jones who must save the world from Ragnarok by getting jiggy with it.A game this heavily focused on music better have a sweet soundtrack, and it more than likely will as Journey and The Banner Saga composer Austin Wintory wrote the game's tunes. In fact, Airtight just released the following dev diary focusing on its peculiar auditory blend of 70s funk and viking battle anthems. It definitely gets points for moxie.

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Sony Xperia E1 smartphone and T2 Ultra phablet unveiled

January 15th, 2014, 01:06 Posted By: wraggster

Sony has announced two new mid-range Android smartphones, the Xperia E1 and Xperia T2 Ultra.
Both devices will come in single SIM and dual-SIM variants.
The Xperia E1 features a 4-inch WVGA 480x800 display, 1.2GHz dual-core Qualcomm MSM8210 processor, 512MB of RAM, 4GB inbuilt storage, 1,700mAh battery and 3G connectivity support.
It also has a loudspeaker on the back of the device which is capable of hitting 100dB.
The Xperia T2 Ultra is a 6-inch ‘phablet’ with a 1280x720 display. It has a 13MP Exmor RS rear camera and a 1.1MP Exmor R front camera.
Other specs include a quad-core 1.4GHz Snapdragon processor, 1GB of RAM, 8GB of storage, and a 3,000mAh battery.
The Xperia T2 Ulta and the E1 will both be available in black, white and purple.
At the moment Sony hasn’t released pricing or release dates for either device.
Sony launched two other smartphones in the Xperia range at last week's CES – the Xperia Z1 Compact, which features the same specs at the flagship but packed into a 4.3-inch device, and the Xperia Z1S, a device with a higher IP58 waterproof rating so it can be submerged in water for a longer amount of time.

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Motorola and Google's Moto X smartphone launches in UK on Feb 1st

January 15th, 2014, 01:07 Posted By: wraggster

Having launched in the US in August 2013, Motorola’s flagship Moto X is now heading to the UK.
The smartphone, which is the first flagship to be released by Motorola since Google acquired the firm in 2012, will be offered at O2 and Amazon SIM-free for £380. Consumers will also be able to sign up for a two year contract at Phones 4U and Carphone Warehouse and receive the Moto X for free on a £25 per month tariff.
The white version of the smartphone will be exclusive to Phones 4U for the first three months.
Specs include a 4.7-inch AMOLED 1280 x 720 HD display, 1.7GHz dual-core processor, 2GM of RAM, 16GB of internal storage, Adreno 320 GPU, 10MP rear camera, and 2MP front camera.
As well as launching in the UK on February 1st, the smartphone will also receive a wider European rollout from the same date.
According to CompareMyMobile, Motorola devices makes up 0.26 per cent of all smartphone trade-ins in the UK. With Motorola's RAZR XT910 being the top traded-in Motorola smartphone of 2013 - making up 0.11 percent of all trade-ins.

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Mobile gaming to push industry above $100 billion by 2017

January 15th, 2014, 01:25 Posted By: wraggster

By 2017, the same year that IDC forecasts digital PC/Mac revenues to reach $24 billion, the entire global games business could be worth more than $100 billion, according to the new Global Games Investment Review from Digi-Capital. The research firm says that mobile and online gaming is becoming such a huge force worldwide that it could grow at a compound annual growth rate of 23.6 percent, ultimately accounting for about 60 percent of software market share in 2017 while generating $60 billion of the predicted $100 billion for the overall industry.
While North America remains important, Digi-Capital expects Asia and Europe combined to represent about 80 percent of the mobile and online gaming sectors. Asia, in particular, continues to show its muscle when it comes to mobile and online gaming.
"Asia is becoming the biggest growth driver of economic value in mobile/online games, with the best games companies' revenue growth and profit margins being the envy of foreign competitors," said Tim Merel, managing director at Digi-Capital. "...9 of the top 10 games M&As of 2013 had Asian buyers, continuing the trend from 8 out of 10 in 2012. Global and pan-regional M&A deals were significant in 2013, and pan-regional relationships and profile remain critical for entrepreneurs selling via trade exits and for major corporates buying games companies. 13 out of 15 games IPOs in 2011-2013 were by Chinese, Japanese or South Korean companies, although there are also attractive IPO prospects in Western markets. Everyone is searching for the next Unicorn."
The Asian gaming boom helped drive games M&A up 29 percent from 2012 to a record $5.6 billion in 2013, excluding $2.3 billion from the management-led portion of the Activision Blizzard/Vivendi spinout. The good news for companies seeking investments is that business seems to be on the rise, as investment levels rose back to 2010 levels, up 16 percent from 2012 to $1 billion - mobile, tech and gamification dominated investments in 2013.
While much of the industry is focused on mobile and online, consoles are making a recovery from their last few sluggish years. "The 8th generation console cycle is beginning to address the decline of recent years, but questions remain about potential new installed bases, transition from the 7th generation and mobile cannibalization," Merel noted.
"Where 2013 was a year of transition, we anticipate 2014 to be a year of both growth and disruption for the games market."
For more details, you can check out the full Digi-Capital report on the firm's website.

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AT&T begins updating the Galaxy S4 Active with Android 4.3

January 15th, 2014, 01:32 Posted By: wraggster

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RetroArch Android v1.0.0.1

January 15th, 2014, 02:58 Posted By: wraggster

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RetroArch Android v1.0.0.1 is released. This is a port of RetroArch to Android. RetroArch is a modular multi-system game/emulator system that is designed to be fast, lightweight, and portable.

RetroArch Plays the following kind of games:
- PlayStation 1 (emulator: PCSX ReARMed)
- Super Nintendo (emulator: SNES9x Next)
- Nintendo Entertainment System (emulator: FCEUmm / NEStopia / QuickNES)
- GameBoy / GameBoy Color (emulator: Gambatte)
- GameBoy Advance (emulator: VBA Next) (*)
- Arcade (emulator: Final Burn Alpha)
- Neo Geo Pocket Color (emulator: Mednafen NGP)
- Virtual Boy (emulator: Mednafen VB)
- Sega Genesis/Mega Drive (emulator: Genesis Plus GX)
- Sega Master System/Sega Game Gear (emulator: Genesis Plus GX)
- Sega CD / Mega CD (emulator: Genesis Plus GX)
- PC Engine / PC Engine CD (emulator: Mednafen PCE Fast)
- WonderSwan Color / Crystal (emulator: Mednafen Wonderswan)
- Cave Story (game engine: NX Engine)
- Doom 1 / Doom 2 / Ultimate Doom / Final Doom (game engine: prBoom)
- Quake 1 / Quake 1 Mission Packs 1 and 2 (game engine: Tyrquake)
* NOTE: We know that VBA Next is a lot slower than a competing GBA emulator, Gameboid. The emulator this is based on - VBA - is more accurate than Gameboid, but also a lot slower. We will need a port of gpSP in order to compete with Gameboid. This might happen in the future.

SPECIAL FEATURES:
- Plug and play detection of many USB / Bluetooth gamepads
- Real-time rewinding in games
- Very advanced pixel/vertex shader support (will push your GPU to the limit)
- Totally customizable touchscreen overlays
- Expandable with new cores, and the ability to make your own cores and use them with RetroArch
- Totally free - no ads, no 'collecting stats', no push ads, no ridiculous 'spying/information gathering permissions' required, no BS



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RBI Baseball returns this spring to consoles, mobile

January 15th, 2014, 21:19 Posted By: wraggster

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Joe Danger Infinity dropped to 99 cents on iOS

January 15th, 2014, 21:24 Posted By: wraggster

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Apple iWatch to use flexible display, iPhone screen to grow

January 15th, 2014, 22:26 Posted By: wraggster

The Apple iWatch and iPhone 6 will be released in 2014 with both showing brand new display technology, an analyst has predicted.
DisplaySearch made the suggestions as part of its projections for new display sizes and formats in 2014.
Apple’s iWatch was the only new wearable device listed, with the prediction that the smartwatch will use a 1.3 or 1.6-inch flexible AMOLED display with a resolution of 320x320.
The firm also forecast that the next iPhone launch may follow the dual-approach of the iPhone 5S and 5C, with two differently-sized models. The smaller, 4.7-inch iPhone 6 would use a 1600x900 resolution – greater than the four-inch 1136x640 display currently seen in the iPhone 5S, 5C and 5.
The larger, 5.5-inch iPhone 6 would boast a Full HD resolution of 1920x1080.
The firm added that both new iPhone 6 models would have their displays made using low-temperature polycrystalline silicon (LTPC), which is rumoured to currently be used for iPhone 5S displays.
DisplaySearch also predicted a larger iPad model with a 12.6-inch screen, almost three inches bigger than the current 9.7-inch display used in the iPad Air.

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The console fitness revolution goes mobile

January 15th, 2014, 22:35 Posted By: wraggster

In 2008, Nintendo released the highly successful Wii Fit – a fitness title that went on to sell 23m units and started a series that has sold over 44m copies to date. Suddenly an influx of competitive products emerged from the biggest names in gaming such as EA and Ubisoft.
Since then, the number of console fitness titles has declined, as have their sales. Yet, the market for these titles still exists, just on different platforms. And in fact fitness games on smartphones and tablets are pushing forward the genre into new and exciting areas.
One the most successful of these new mobile titles is the 7 Minute Fitness Workout Challenge. Released in August, it has been near the top of App Store charts around the globe since. The app is based on the 7 Minute Workout, a high intensity training routine popularised by the New York Times in spring of 2013. Clinically proven to work, Canadian fitness app company Health Xperts decided to bring it to mobile.
“Our team was already popular in the fitness app field with our app Full Fitness, but we saw a real opportunity with the 7 Minute Workout Challenge,” says Russell Zohoor, who was part of the small team of developers at Health Xperts.
“While our other app was more for expert fitness enthusiasts, this workout was something that the average person could do to just become healthy and stay fit within their busy life schedules.”

“By introducing a game component, it becomes
competitive. During that initial stage when
health changes are not yet visible, the game
component keeps you plugged in.”

Russell Zohoor, Health Xperts

A number of developers began making guidelines on how to best do the routine, but Health Xperts had a different idea: “We saw an opportunity to make it even easier by ‘gamifying’ the experience and began developing it,” explains Russell.
The app guides fitness fans through the routine with timings. But the game component is an important aspect of the app, such as achievements, which are constantly being updated. By fulfilling achievements, new workouts are unlocked, adding an incentive to keep on playing.
“By introducing a game component, it becomes competitive. During that initial stage when health changes are not yet visible, the game component keeps you plugged in,” explains Russell.
Of course, the mobile aspect of the app allows the game to be played nearly everywhere. “No matter where you are, chances are you have your mobile device on you and can fit in a quick workout.“
But developers aren’t just making mobile titles that just use the device itself. San Francisco-based developer Blue Goji – founded by the minds behind the Guitar Hero series, Kai and Charles Huang – is trying to make fitness fun with the help of peripherals.

The developer’s first title, Goji Play, makes use of a pair of wireless controllers that attach to most fitness equipment, and an activity sensor that tracks the user’s movement in order to entertain people while they are working out.
Rather than being just a standalone game itself, Goji Play offers an entire library of activities which vary from titles that distract the user to make the time go by, such as a boxing game that uses the controller, while there is a bike game that relates to the real life cycling the user is doing.
“When we were creating Guitar Hero, we saw how games were not only fun but could get people up and more active,” says Blue Goji CEO and co-founder, Kai Huang.
“A few years ago we came up with the idea to apply this experience to cardio exercise; an activity that myself and everyone I knew hated because it was agonising.“
But Goji Play isn’t trying to do the same thing as Health Xpert’s title. Where 7 Minute Workout Challenge is a guide on how to do an exercise routine with game elements included, Goji Play aims to make working out fun – as the title’s tagline says – so half an hour of exercise feels like five minutes.
“Goji Play isn’t just a fitness game, but a way to enhance cardio workouts by about adding a fun factor to cardio machines including bikes or treadmills,” says Kai.

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Apple settles FTC complaint over kids' in-app purchases

January 15th, 2014, 22:42 Posted By: wraggster

iPad maker questions regulator's involvement, but will pay $32.5 million to avoid legal battle
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Apple has agreed to a settlement with the Federal Trade Commission in a dispute over unauthorized in-app purchases. The FTC announced the settlement today, saying Apple has agreed to refund customers at least $32.5 million spent on in-app purchases by children without their parents' consent.
"This settlement is a victory for consumers harmed by Apple's unfair billing, and a signal to the business community: whether you're doing business in the mobile arena or the mall down the street, fundamental consumer protections apply," said FTC Chairwoman Edith Ramirez. "You cannot charge consumers for purchases they did not authorize."
The FTC said that the number of Apple customers who complained of unauthorized charges numbers in the tens of thousands, with some children racking up thousands of dollars in charges for apps like Tap Pet Hotel, Dragon Story, and Tiny Zoo Friends. The FTC said that Apple did not tell users that entering their password would create a 15-minute window during which their account could be charged for anything without further consent or prompts. Additionally, in the password entry screen that would authorize an in-app purchase, FTC said Apple gave no mention that users were entering the password in order to purchase anything.
As for Apple's position, 9to5 Mac is reporting on the contents of a company-wide email Apple CEO Tim Cook sent out this morning. In the note, Cook pointed out that Apple had already made changes to the 15-minute window policy and promised to pay out refunds to customers as part of a class-action lawsuit settlement last year.
"It doesn't feel right for the FTC to sue over a case that had already been settled," Cook said. "To us, it smacked of double jeopardy. However, the consent decree the FTC proposed does not require us to do anything we weren't already going to do, so we decided to accept it rather than take on a long and distracting legal fight."

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Samsung's low-cost Galaxy Tab 3 Lite confirmed by official user manual

January 15th, 2014, 23:01 Posted By: wraggster

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Surgeon Simulator dev teases a brutal trip to the dentist

January 17th, 2014, 00:19 Posted By: wraggster

With Surgeon Simulator 2013, Bossa Studios managed to make horrific medical malpractice entertaining. If a newly-released teaser is any indication, the developer now hopes to do the same for ill-advised dental surgery.

Though actual gameplay footage is scant, the above clip clearly shows a sedated patient being repeatedly bludgeoned by what appears to be a heart rate monitor. The developer pictured in the video then shoos the camera away, sparing viewers from what's almost certainly an even more horrific fate for our poor patient.

It's unknown what exactly this video is teasing, though the final moments of the clip feature the Surgeon Simulator logo, then claim that whatever we're watching will be "coming soon to an iPad near you." This suggests the above periodontal nightmare is coming to the iOS incarnation of Surgeon Simulator 2013, though when and in what capacity remains to be seen.

http://www.joystiq.com/2014/01/16/su...o-the-dentist/

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Baldur's Gate 2: Enhanced Edition out now on iPad

January 17th, 2014, 00:33 Posted By: wraggster

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Ouya co-founder Muffi Ghadiali departs company

January 17th, 2014, 00:34 Posted By: wraggster

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Final Fantasy 6 out now on Android

January 17th, 2014, 00:36 Posted By: wraggster

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Google Play Movies and TV competes with iTunes on iOS

January 17th, 2014, 00:41 Posted By: wraggster

You can watch but not buy or rent from your iPhone or iPad.
The Google Play Movies and TV app has be launched on the Apple App Store, becoming a direct competitor to iTunes on its own turf, reports Tech Crunch.
With the new app, you can watch all your Google Play content on an iPhone or iPad, but you will not be able buy or rent anything, as stated in the iOS SDK rules – and rules are rules.
Remember the whole HMV app debacle?
The move means that Google now has an advantage over Apple, as you can watch its content across Android and iOS devices – a similar strategy to Kindle’s app, which was launched on all the major platforms.
The only let down of Google Play Movies and TV is that is has considerably less content. Plus it lacks the deals that iTunes offers.
Nonetheless, it is a good platform and it is certainly good to see some slightly newer platforms standing up to the big iTunes bully even if it remains the best for user experience, content, and deals on its own platform.

http://www.mobile-ent.biz/apps/apple...-on-ios/042721

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Apple Devices To Reach Parity With Windows PCs In 2014

January 17th, 2014, 01:01 Posted By: wraggster

Horace Dediu writes at Aymco that in 2013 there were 18.8 times more Windows PCs sold than Macs, a reduction in the Windows advantage from about 19.8x in 2012. But the bigger story is how Apple's mobile platform including iOS devices has nearly reached the sales volume of Windows. In 2013 there were only 1.18 more Windows PCs than Apple devices sold. Odds are that in 2014 Apple and Windows will be at parity. Dediu says that the Windows advantage itself came from the way computing was purchased in the period of its ascent in the 1980s and 1990s 'when computing platform decisions were made first by companies then by developers and later by individuals who took their cues from what standards were already established. As these decisions created network effects, the cycle repeated and the majority platform strengthened.' There was concentration in decision making in the 80s so a platform could win by convincing 500 individuals who had the authority (as CIOs) to impose through fiat a standard on the centers of gravity of purchasing power. Today, with mobile products there are billions of decision makers. and the decision making process for buying computers, which began with large companies IT departments making decisions with multi-year horizons, has changed to billions of individuals making decisions with no horizons. Companies have become the laggards and individuals the early adopters of technology. 'Ultimately, it was the removal of the intermediary between buyer and beneficiary which dissolved Microsoft's power over the purchase decision,' concludes Dediu. 'The computer has become personal not just in the sense of how it's used but in the sense of how it's owned.' Finally, all the above is almost moot, given the rise of Android, something that is beating both Cupertino and Redmond alike."

http://apple.slashdot.org/story/14/0...ws-pcs-in-2014

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Romance your anime boss in Our Two Bedroom Story for iOS and Android

January 19th, 2014, 21:37 Posted By: wraggster

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Sony launches Sly Cooper puzzler Bentley's Hackpack for iOS

January 19th, 2014, 21:40 Posted By: wraggster

Furthering its efforts to embrace the ubiquity of iOS devices, Sony has ported a handful of minigames found in Sly Cooper: Thieves In Time from their original home on the PlayStation 3 and Vita handheld to iOS.

Dubbed "Bentley's Hackpack," the free mobile release features three minigames. "Spark Runner" sees players maneuvering a spark through an electronics-themed course, "Alter Ego" is a side-scrolling shooter set inside increasingly complex mazes and "System Cracker" asks players to blow up virtual enemies from the comfort of a small tank. Those who have played Sly Cooper: Thieves In Time will recall each of these diversions as short minigames, though a later standalone release on both PS3 and Vita offered more fleshed-out versions of the trio.

As Game Informer notes, the debut of Bentley's Hackpack continues a trend of Sony issuing short, tie-in games on iOS. In November, the publisher released a match-three puzzle game linked to PlayStation 4 launch title Knack.

http://www.joystiq.com/2014/01/17/so...kpack-for-ios/

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Aliens are no match for Lebron and Kobe in iOS endless runner NBA Rush

January 19th, 2014, 21:49 Posted By: wraggster

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UK tablet sales down by three million from 2013

January 19th, 2014, 23:18 Posted By: wraggster

Smaller tablets expected to dominate the future market.
Sales of tablets in the UK is projected to fall from 17 million in 2013, to 14 million this year, according to CCS Insight.
This comes just after we saw a huge rise in sales ranging from the top-end premium models such as they iPad, to the budget devices such as the Tesco Hudl.
Over 43 per cent of the UK’s population now owns a tablet, up from just six per cent two years ago. This number is expected to double by 2017.
The coming two years however will see the market slow down, as people take a breather from consuming the newest gadgets so quickly. It will pick up again in 2016 - contrary to Strategy Analytics' 2012 prediction that tablet sales would pass 780 million in 2016 worldwide - and CCS Insight reckon sales will hit 20 million in the UK by 2017.
Marina Koytcheva, director of forecasting at CCS Insight, said: “It’s only natural that we will now see a cooling off in tablet sales for the next couple of years. The next big wave of growth will come in two years when consumers who bought their first tablets in 2012 and 2013 start replacing them.”
Smaller tablets are expected to dominate the market even more so than they are doing now. 2012 was a bad year for the little tablets, as they only accounted for 34 per cent. This rose to 63 per cent in 20113 and is looking to grow even further in the future.

http://www.mobile-ent.biz/industry/m...om-2013/042733

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Samsung announces Galaxy Tab 3 Lite

January 19th, 2014, 23:24 Posted By: wraggster

Samsung has announced a slimmer and lighter model of the Galaxy Tab 3 – The Tab 3 Lite.
The Lite tablet features the same seven-inch display as the 3, embedded in a reduced bezel designed for one-handed use. The bezel is used to display the menu bar of the device’s operating system – Android 4.2 Jellybean – meaning the entire screen can be saved for display content.
The device’s 3,600mAh battery is said to last for up to eight hours when playing video. The Lite is powered by a 1.2GHz dual-core processor, and features an integrated two-megapixel rear-facing camera.
Software included with the device includes the Smile Shot, Shoot and Share and Panorama photography features, the Samsung Apps app marketplace and Samsung Link, which allows sharing of content across a number of devices.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite will be available in black and white. Details of UK availability are yet to be reavealed.

http://www.pcr-online.biz/news/read/...-3-lite/032969

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VPN Encryption Vulnerability On Android

January 19th, 2014, 23:38 Posted By: wraggster

Cyber security labs at Ben Gurion University have uncovered a network vulnerability on Android devices which has serious implications for users of VPNs. This vulnerability enables malicious apps to bypass active VPN configuration (no root permissions required) and redirect secure data communications to a different network address. These communications are captured in clear text (no encryption), leaving the information completely exposed. This redirection can take place while leaving the user completely oblivious, believing the data is encrypted and secure.

http://it.slashdot.org/story/14/01/1...ity-on-android

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How To Play Quake III On iPad

January 19th, 2014, 23:40 Posted By: wraggster

I thought those veteran gamers amongst you might like this one. Quake III Arena by legendary developer id Software isn't available on the App Store, but there is a way that you can get it to work on your iPad all the same. You can also get Open Arena and Quake III Shareware to work on Apple's tablet. The process is reasonably straightforward for anyone who wants to give it a ago, and Grab It Magazine has provided a step-by step guide, with pictures and necessary links, to help the interested through it.
http://games.slashdot.org/story/14/0...ke-iii-on-ipad

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Verizon's Edge trade-in program now lets customers upgrade after just 30 days

January 20th, 2014, 01:05 Posted By: wraggster

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Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 hits the FCC with Verizon's LTE bands in tow

January 20th, 2014, 01:09 Posted By: wraggster

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Intel's Bay Trail CPU will usher Android into the 64-bit era this spring

January 20th, 2014, 01:13 Posted By: wraggster

Sure, 64-bit support is all the rage nowadays in the mobile space, what with Apple setting off a trend with the introduction of the iPhone 5s. Now, according to Intel's CEO, tablets running Google's operating system are next and will soon be available with 64-bit compatibility. During an earnings call yesterday, Intel chief Brian Krzanich said that Android tablets using the company's new Atom-basedBay Trail processor are set to hit the market as early as this spring, bringing alonga technology which so far has been limited to Windows 8.1 devices. It's also worth noting that while 64-bit slates may be arriving soon, the number of Android applications optimized to take advantage of the feature will be very low at first. Still, chances are developers will quickly take care of this as more and more 64-bit-ready phones and tablets start to become available.

http://www.engadget.com/2014/01/17/a...tel-bay-trail/

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Mozilla Firefox OS tablet specs and image revealed

January 20th, 2014, 21:15 Posted By: wraggster

Specs and an image of the first Firefox OS-powered tablet has appeared online via Mozilla software developer Asa Dotzler.
The device, which will be called the InFocus New Tab F1, will feature an A31 (ARM Cortex A7) Quad-Core 1.0GHz w/ PowerVR SGX544MP2 GPU, 2GB DDR3, 16GB Flash, 5MP and 2MP cameras, Wi-Fi, Micro SD and Micro USB ports, and 7000mAh.
Dotzler explains that the device will be 9.7mm thick and will have a 10.1-inch IPS capacitive multi-touch 1280 x 800 display.
The InFocus New Tab F1 is expected to be priced between £60 and £91.

http://www.pcr-online.biz/news/read/...evealed/032984

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Marvel celebrates 50 years of X-Men with new iPhone game

January 20th, 2014, 21:26 Posted By: wraggster

The new mobile card game revisits Marvel’s mutants throughout history.
Marvel’s and Aeria Mobile’s X-Men: Battle of the Atom takes fans on a reminiscent tour of the history of X-Men, as past a future characters are called upon to battle some mean-old villains.
Memorable mutants such as Wolverine, Storm, Iceman, Beast plus many more take on 45 missions based on some of the landmark story lines.
Users can join 20-player X-Teams to take part in 20 vs 20 battles in real-time with people form around the world.
Players fight for recognition in the real-time ranking system, plus regular content updates will continuously introduce new characters, stories, plus original art from the comic books that any X-fan will recognize.
Andreea Enache-Thune, senior VP of games and digital distribution at Marvel Entertainment, said: “With the release of X-Men: Battle of the Atom, Aeria Games has done a tremendous job of celebrating 50 years of X-Men.
“We’re especially excited that the game will include hundreds of characters who have populated the X-Men universe over the years, spanning limitless timelines and alternate realities. It’s a great time to be an X-Men fan.”
X-Men: Battle of the Atom is available free from the App Store.
A Marvel author recently teamed up with Gameloft to write the script for Thor: The Dark World mobile game.

http://www.mobile-ent.biz/games/marv...ne-game/042758

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Final Fantasy 6 crashes at midpoint on Android, fix coming soon

January 20th, 2014, 21:31 Posted By: wraggster

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AT&T now offering Next upgrades within six months for existing contracted customers

January 21st, 2014, 00:33 Posted By: wraggster

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LG G Flex will be $300 on AT&T, pre-orders begin January 24th

January 21st, 2014, 00:37 Posted By: wraggster

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VLC gets one-touch playback controls and a fresh new interface on iOS 7

January 21st, 2014, 00:40 Posted By: wraggster

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Is this the Samsung Galaxy S5's new tile-based home screen?

January 21st, 2014, 00:42 Posted By: wraggster

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Phablet sales to pass 120m globally by 2018

January 22nd, 2014, 00:17 Posted By: wraggster

100 million more than the estimated 20 million in 2013.
The phablet market is expected to become a growth area for established smartphone vendors, allowing them to create flagship models targeted at tech-savvy markets.
Sales are expected to surpass 120 million by 120 million, rising significantly form the estimated 20 million in 2013, according to Juniper Research.
The OS market for phablets will most likely be dominated by Android andWindows, as both ecosystems are expected to find success in or have already succeeded in developing regions, and cover a wider price spectrum.
However if rumours surrounding Apple’s entrance into the phablet race are true, it could change these predictions dramatically.
The devices will find that some of the most receptive markets will be in East Asian territories such as South Korea – amongst gamers who desire a larger surface to play on, and China where content streamers desire higher quality screens.

http://www.mobile-ent.biz/devices/ph...by-2018/042763

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Brits hoarding £11bn worth of old mobiles

January 22nd, 2014, 23:34 Posted By: wraggster

34 per cent keep their phones for nostalgic reasons like looking at old text messages.
Brits are hoarding an estimated 124.8 million unused mobile phones worth around £10.73 billion, finds SellMyMobile.com.
The average British phone user has two idle phones lying around their home, and nearly 32 per cent have three or more.
With the average device sporting an £86 price tag, some of us could be starving our wallets of £172. Imagine how many iPhone cases that could buy.
In most cases this could be down to pure laziness, however 34 per cent have admitted to being a little nostalgic when it comes down to letting our old phones go.
They say they enjoy sifting through old text messages, reminiscing on the good old times at least once a year – 15 per cent admit to doing this more than every six months…
Men have proved to be more clingy as 13 per cent have said that they store their phones in a box, or cupboard – probably in the ‘man draw,’ you never know when you might need it after all – compared to just seven per cent of women.
Keir McConomy, founder of SellMyPhone.com, said: “The Mobile Mountain study really highlights how many Brits are still unaware of the money they can make by trading in their old mobile phone.
“It’s surprising that one in five admitted to being too lazy to recycle or sell their old phone – through recycling sites the process couldn’t be easier.”

http://www.mobile-ent.biz/industry/m...mobiles/042771

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