Personal Tech
CSR fuses fashion and function with launch of Bluetooth Smart jewellery
CSR has developed a range of connected jewellery, powered by its latest Bluetooth Smart solution, to demonstrate the future of wearable technology. The pendant-style connected necklaces contain integrated electronics that enable the user to customise the colour and brightness emitted to suit their mood or to coordinate with a particular outfit.
App Store sales top $10 Billion in 2013
Apple has announced that customers spent over $10 billion on the App Store in 2013, including over $1 billion in December alone. App Store customers downloaded almost three billion apps in December making it the most successful month in App Store history. Apple’s incredible developers have now earned $15 billion on the App Store.
Samsung Smartphone Gamepad and Mobile Console app
Samsung has introduced the Smartphone GamePad and Mobile Console app to enhance the gaming experience on its line of Galaxy devices.
Top 10 travel apps revealed
With many people receiving a new Smartphone or Tablet for Christmas, travel experts at leading global travel search site Skyscanner has picked their top 10 travel apps for travel savvy Brits.
Government backs smartphone app to pinpoint potholes
DfT pledges cash to enable CTC, the National Cycling Charity to revamp it's 'Fill that hole' website and develop a new potholes app.
Could Tweakker’s app drive down the cost of smartphones?
The price of next generation smartphones could drop as a result of its device connectivity technology being granted a worldwide patent, according to a Danish start-up called Tweakker.
“Smart” move for MBNA card services customers
MBNA has launched a new Smartphone Card Services app as part of the continued evolution of the way it provides services to customers.
If in doubt - report your phone as lost or stolen
With the festive season in full swing, people up and down the country will be out socialising or hitting the high street to do their Christmas shopping.
Smartphones and tablets - the tech babysitter
Busy parents admit they regularly hand-over their smartphone or tablet to their children – to grab some peace and quiet, a study has found. Researchers found a large percentage of mums and dads who own up-to-date high-tech devices will happily let their children play with them in a bid to catch up with household chores or grab a quiet ten minutes.
Ultra-thin, ultra-light protection and function for the new iPad Air
Logitech has announced four new tablet accessories designed specifically for the new, iPad Air. The Logitech FabricSkin Keyboard Folio, Logitech Ultrathin Keyboard Cover, Logitech Ultrathin Keyboard Folio and Logitech Folio Protective Case for the new iPad all provide protection against accidental bumps, scratches and spills while remaining ultra-thin and light.
Panasonic’s SC-NA10 - The perfect music companion to suit your lifestyle
With up to 20hrs playback the SC-NA10 boasts the longest playback time currently available, providing longer listening and greater convenience.
Nikon unveils the Df: a retro-styled high-end D-SLR
Nikon has announced the Df, a new D-SLR dedicated to pure photography that boast looks inspired by Nikon’s iconic 35mm film cameras and technology from the latest professional models.
Britons now carry around more than £22bn worth of gadgets
Brits collectively spend £9 billion a year on new devices and carry more than £22 billion worth of gadgets on their person, according to research from Affinion International.
Protect your tech from burglars
An increase in the number of high-value portable gadgets has contributed to a rise of more than 40% in the average cost of thefts from homes over the last three years, according to home insurer Zurich – that’s despite a drop in the number of burglary claims.
What is the difference between a megabyte and a gigabyte anyway?
Laptops, tablets and smartphones are becoming increasingly integral to our everyday lives. This means we have to handle and work with different types of data on a daily basis, but what do they all mean?