Personal Tech

O2's 4G network to switch on from 29th August
O2 has set out its plans for its 4G network launch later this month, which will make it the fastest growing 4G network in the UK.

Acer Liquid Z3 packs smartphone experience into powerful small package
Following the success of the Liquid E1, E2, S1 and Z2, Acer have unveiled the Liquid Z3 smartphone for anyone who wants a smartphone that packs the features they need without the extra size they don’t.

Unleash your potential with the Canon EOS 70D
Designed for aspiring enthusiast photographers, the Canon EOS 70D is the ideal camera for anyone looking to take their photography to the next level.
Mobile reception around UK to get massive boost
Areas in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland to benefit from £150 million investment in mobile phone coverage.

Toyota Winglet takes to the streets
Winglet will be tested on the city’s pavements to assess its safety and practicality for moving among pedestrians.

High-performance Bluetooth speakers from Logitech
Logitech has introduced the Logitech Bluetooth Speakers Z600, an elegantly designed pair of wireless stereo speakers that complement the sleek good looks of Mac and Ultrabook computers.
Top tips to avoid being burnt by ‘bill shock’ this summer
In time for the summer holiday exodus, Ofcom has published a new guide to help travellers protect themselves against ‘bill shock' when using their smartphones and tablets abroad.
NFC enabled iPhone prepaid mobile wallet launches in Europe
Kalixa Group, DeviceFidelity and MasterCard have announced the UK launch of the moneto prepaid wallet. The wallet enables near field communications (NFC) functionality on an iPhone, allowing users to tap and pay for goods at thousands of MasterCard retail outlets across the country.
Students now take over £2000 worth of gadgets and possessions to university
The average student now takes over £2000 worth of possessions to university, with high tech gadgets proving to be the most popular by far, according to research by Endsleigh, the student gadget insurance provider.

Fashion app reveals what colour you wear the most often
Fiat has launched ‘You Wear’, a new Facebook App that analyses your tagged Facebook photos to discover what colour you wear most, what that might mean about you and therefore what colour Fiat 500 you’re best matched with.
LOVEFiLM launches updated streaming application on Nintendo’s Wii
LOVEFiLM, an Amazon company, has announced the launch of its new and improved LOVEFiLM Instant streaming application on Nintendo’s Wii home console, enhancing the viewing experience for more than eight million Wii users in the UK.

The HTC One goes compact with the launch of the HTC One mini
HTC has announced the HTC One mini, a compact version of the award winning HTC One, which has redefined the smartphone experience with revolutionary technologies including HTC BlinkFeed, HTC Zoe and HTC BoomSound.
Data now more important than minutes when choosing a mobile deal
It's not good to talk, say UK mobile phone owners, more than a quarter (26%) of whom chat for less than 30 minutes per month.

The new XS3 - Ultra Slim camera with great picture quality
Panasonic’s new DMC-XS3 offers users the ultimate in compact style and substance, combining superb camera performance with stunning design.

Real Boxing available on Samsung devices
Real Boxing has been launched on Samsung Apps, a release milestone that finally brings the AAA title to gamers playing on the top Samsung phones and tablets, including the new S4.