Personal Tech
Touchnote app launch partner for Windows Phone 7
Touchnote, the start-up that lets you send physical postcards via web or mobile, has confirmed that they are one of the showcase apps selected as Windows Phone 7 launch partners – and one of only a handful of UK-based companies chosen.
Jaguar launches two new apps
The iConfigurator app for the iPhone (and iPad) allows users to experience the full vehicle configuration process and to explore the Jaguar model range with access to the latest images and specification details.
Toshiba Folio 100 for enriched digital-media
At the Frankfurt Book Fair, Toshiba demonstrates the many uses of its Android-based multimedia tablet FOLIO 100 for e-book, e-newspaper and other multimedia applications. In order to offer easy access to the e-book platform libreka! directly, and via Toshiba Market Place, Toshiba has partnered with the German Publishers & Booksellers Association (Börsenverein des Deutschen Buchhandels).
SO KODAK gets even hotter with Rihanna
At an exclusive performance by Drake and Trey Songz at the Best Buy Theater in New York City on October 5th, Kodak revealed that international star and multi-Grammy winning artist Rihanna will join the SO KODAK marketing campaign talent roster.
One click for the full Continental
Bentley’s just-launched 2011 Continental GT is proving to be one of the big talking points at this year’s Paris Motor Show.
iPhone app provides tyre pressure recommendations
iPhone users in the UK can now be sure of inflating their car tyres to the correct pressure following the launch of the free TyreSafe iPhone app. Users simply input their vehicle registration details and the app provides the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended tyre pressure settings in both psi and bar.
Galaxy Tab UK availability announced
Following last months’ global launch at IFA, Samsung Mobile announces the Samsung Galaxy Tab (GT-P1000), will be available in UK stores from Monday 1st November.
iPhone app shows car’s impact on air quality and human health
Any driver buying a new 60-registered car can now find out its true impact on air quality and human health thanks to the launch of a free iPhone App by Volvo, in association with cleangreencars.co.uk.
Kodak Gallery becomes more social
Kodak has announced a way to make the KODAK Gallery (kodakgallery.com) more social, by allowing users to join or login to KODAK Gallery using their Facebook account.
Digital downloaders face pricey recovery for lost music
Music and film downloads are fast replacing CDs and DVDs, but less than one in ten Brits has made sure that they have adequate insurance for their digital content, according to new research from shopping website Quidco.com*.
Aviva launches pension iPhone app
Aviva is launching an iPhone app to make pensions planning simpler and more accessible.
Unbiased.co.uk ‘find an IFA’ iPhone app
Unbiased.co.uk, the professional advice website, has launched the first ever ‘find an IFA' iPhone application. This application is an extension of unbiased.co.uk's leading online ‘find an IFA' search - which is the most comprehensive resource for consumers looking for an IFA near them.
IFA Life launches first of three iPhone Apps
Social networking site IFA Life has launched the first of three iPhone Apps to great enthusiasm from IFAs.
The Panasonic LUMIX DMC-GH2
Panasonic has announced the LUMIX DMC-GH2 as the latest member of the New Generation System Camera LUMIX G Micro System. Fully compliant with the Micro Four Thirds System standard, the LUMIX G Micro System combines a downsized body with advanced functions that achieve both high performance and operational comfort.
New lenses for Panasonic LUMIX G Micro System
Panasonic is pleased to introduce three new interchangeable lenses based on the Micro Four Thirds System standard from the LUMIX G Micro System. All lenses realise high optical performance and compactness with many technical advantages.