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Raspberry Pi XBMC bundle turns micro computer into a mini media streaming monster
The cheap, tiny and versatile Raspberry Pi computer gets perhaps its most consumer-friendly bundle yet today in the shape of the XBMC Solution. Consisting of a Raspberry Pi computer, Ethernet and HDMI cables, a QWERTY-packing controller with touchpad and a…
Apple TV adds HBO Go, WatchESPN and Sky News to its streaming channel line-up
Apple's "hobby" product, the Apple TV, gets a significant update today, adding HBO GO, WatchESPN Sky News, Crunchyroll and Qello to its streaming line-up. HBO Go offers subscribers unlimited access to top shows including Game of Thrones, while WatchESPN adds…
iPhone 5S alleged case leak suggests same old design as last year
There may be a new iPhone model sitting just over the horizon, but its looking unlikely that it will land with an all new industrial design. Expected to be an iPhone 5S model as opposed to a full-on numbered sequel…
REVIEW: Gigabyte U2442F ultrabook
Gigabyte turn their attention away from motherboards to the ultrabook market with the release of the Gigabyte U2442F. A well-rounded portable machine with dedicated graphics, find out just how well it performs in our full review.
John McAfee meltdown continues with bizarre YouTube Antivirus video
John McAfee was once best known as the founder of the McAfee Antivirus software, but these days the eccentric tech celebrity is better known for the insane life he's recently been living, living on the run from authorities seeking him…
Samsung not interested in making "Facebook-friendly" phones
There may be more Samsung Galaxy handsets than you can shake an oversized stick at, but it seems those holding out hope for a Samsung galaxy Facebook model shouldn't hold their breath. The company have revealed they have no intention…
PlayStation 3 update 4.45 bricking some consoles
Reports are coming in that the latest software update for Sony's PlayStation 3 (4.45) is causing some user's consoles to stop working. The update (which was intended to allow gamers to disable trophy notifications in-game) has caused the console for…
HTC Butterfly S headed to Taiwan with 5-inch Full HD screen
The HTC Butterfly S has officially been revealed following a series of leaks over the past few weeks. Launching in Taiwan and spotted by Engadget, the handset updates the original HTC Butterfly handset with a 1.9GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 600…
Huawei unveils the Ascend P6 – the world's slimmest smart phone?
Huawei has unveiled the Ascend P6 which it claims is the world’s slimmest smartphone measuring just 6.18mm. The smartphone, which looks very similar to the iPhone 5 especially from the side (see here) features a 1.5GHz quad-core processor and a metallic…
Samsung's full range of Smart TVs now with all catch up TV services
Samsung has become the first TV manufacturer to offer all of the UK's terrestrial TV catch up services in one place with the full complement of players now available across its range of 2011, 2012 and 2013 range of Smart…
