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Blockbuster defies the odds and rises from the dead, with 264 stores to remain in business
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Blockbuster DVD rental firm announces another 164 store closures. Is the end nigh?

Wednesday, Feb 13, 2013 - by Lee J.

After going into administration last month, Blockbuster UK continues to struggle, and it’s now been announced that a further 164 stores will be closed on top of the 160 stores already condemned.

Blockbuster DVD rental firm announces another 164 store closures. Is the end nigh? Read More
Neptune Pine Android wristwatch is the smallest phone we've ever seen
Android / computing / mobiles

Neptune Pine Android wristwatch is the smallest smartphone we’ve ever seen

Thursday, Feb 7, 2013 - by Lee J. - 1 Comment

We’re all for making our gadgets as small as possible but we can’t help thinking that the folks behind the  Neptune Pine Android wristwatch may just be taking things a little bit …

Neptune Pine Android wristwatch is the smallest smartphone we’ve ever seen Read More
The best PC case we've ever seen comes with a built in living room
computing / stuff

The best PC case we’ve ever seen comes with a built in living room

Wednesday, Feb 6, 2013Wednesday, Feb 6, 2013 - by Lee J.

We’ve seen all sorts of crazy. mad and inspired PC case mods, but this one featuring a mini living room scene inside a computer is by far our favourite.

The best PC case we’ve ever seen comes with a built in living room Read More
BlackBerry Z10 selling like hot cakes in the UK insists BlackBerry
Blackberry / mobiles

BlackBerry Z10 selling like hot cakes in the UK insist BlackBerry

Tuesday, Feb 5, 2013 - by Lee J.

The company formerly known as RIM has been gushing about the apparent success of their new Blackberry Z10 smartphone.

BlackBerry Z10 selling like hot cakes in the UK insist BlackBerry Read More
Samsung smartphones crush iPhone in UK January sales study
Android / Blackberry / business / iPhone / mobiles / Windows Mobile

Samsung smartphones crush iPhone in UK January sales study

Monday, Feb 4, 2013Monday, Feb 4, 2013 - by Lee J.

According to data from  price comparison website uSwitch, Samsung managed to dominate the UK smartphone market in January, occupying all three top slots.

Samsung smartphones crush iPhone in UK January sales study Read More
Fujifilm FinePix F900EXR 16MP 20x zoom compact claims world's fastest autofocus crown
photography

Fujifilm FinePix F900EXR 16MP 20x zoom compact claims world’s fastest autofocus crown

Wednesday, Jan 30, 2013Wednesday, Jan 30, 2013 - by Lee J.

It’s a bit of a beastly looking thing to our eyes, with its ungainly curves failing to win over any Wirefresh love, but Fujifilm’s new FinePix F900EXR camera looks like it …

Fujifilm FinePix F900EXR 16MP 20x zoom compact claims world’s fastest autofocus crown Read More
So, goodbye free wi-fi on the tube as Virgin starts charging for underground access
portable / transport

So, it’s goodbye to free wi-fi on the tube as Virgin starts charging for underground access

Tuesday, Jan 29, 2013 - by Lee J. - 2 Comments.

We’ve rather enjoyed using the free wi-fi service that has been available at a large chunk of the London Underground’s stations since last Summer, but the gravy train has just come to …

So, it’s goodbye to free wi-fi on the tube as Virgin starts charging for underground access Read More
Browse the web securely and privately with any browser thanks to Fixtracking's nifty guide
web

Browse the web securely and privately with any browser thanks to Fixtracking’s nifty guide

Tuesday, Jan 29, 2013Monday, Jan 28, 2013 - by Lee J.

A new handy site offers a fantastic guide on ensuring that when you’re browsing the web with any browser, you’re able to do so securely and anonymously, if you so desire.

Browse the web securely and privately with any browser thanks to Fixtracking’s nifty guide Read More
Android / computing / iPhone / mobile apps / mobiles / portable

Pebble Smartwatch Kickstarter sensation ships, Android app ready, iOS held up

Thursday, Jan 24, 2013Thursday, Jan 24, 2013 - by Lee J.

The Pebble Smartwatch proved to be a Kickstarter phenomenon, managing to raise $10,266,845 in one of the most successful crowd-sourcing projects ever launched.

Pebble Smartwatch Kickstarter sensation ships, Android app ready, iOS held up Read More
Microsoft Surface Pro launches in US on Feb 9th, priced from $899
computing / Microsoft / Windows

Microsoft Surface Pro launches in the US on Feb 9th, priced from $899

Tuesday, Jan 22, 2013 - by Lee J.

Microsoft have announced that their Surface Pro tablet will go on sale in the US and Canada from  February 9th 2013.

Microsoft Surface Pro launches in the US on Feb 9th, priced from $899 Read More
Blockbuster DVD firm goes into administration
business

Blockbuster DVD firm goes into administration

Wednesday, Jan 16, 2013Wednesday, Jan 16, 2013 - by Lee J. - 1 Comment

The BBC is reporting that DVD rental firm Blockbuster is the latest UK High Street firm to go into administration, introducing the prospect of major job losses ahead.

Blockbuster DVD firm goes into administration Read More
Man invents flaky iPhone quick-draw system. World wonders why
gadgets / iPhone / portable

Man invents crazy iPhone quick-draw system. World looks on, baffled

Sunday, Jan 13, 2013 - by Lee J.

We like this guy. For reasons best known to himself he thought it would be a great idea to invent a ‘quick-draw’ system to deliver his iPhone to his ear …

Man invents crazy iPhone quick-draw system. World looks on, baffled Read More
Samsung's amazing Youm flexible display technology shown off in on video
computing

Samsung’s amazing Youm flexible display technology shown off in on video

Thursday, Jan 10, 2013 - by Lee J.

Samsung was showing off  early prototypes of its intriguing new Youm flexible display technology at CES 2013, and has also created a commercial demonstrating how these funky new bendy screens may be implemented in …

Samsung’s amazing Youm flexible display technology shown off in on video Read More
Acer Iconia B1 budget Android tablet undercuts the Nexus 7 with $150 US price tag
Android / computing

Acer Iconia B1 budget Android tablet undercuts the Nexus 7 with $150 US price tag

Monday, Jan 7, 2013 - by Lee J.

The battle at the lower end of the tablet market continues to heat up with the news that Acer have conjured up their cheapo Acer Iconia B1 budget tablet, although the pricing is …

Acer Iconia B1 budget Android tablet undercuts the Nexus 7 with $150 US price tag Read More
Google Nexus 7 tablet dock set for US release at the end of the month
Android / Google / portable

Google Nexus 7 tablet dock set for US release at the end of the month

Friday, Dec 21, 2012 - by Lee J.

It’s been a long time coming, and there’s still no news when us Brits will be getting them, but Asus has announced that the long awaited dock for their hugely …

Google Nexus 7 tablet dock set for US release at the end of the month Read More

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