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SlashGear Evening Wrap-Up: November 30, 2012

Posted by Gsurface on December 1, 2012 No comments

Welcome to Friday evening everyone! Not only is this the beginning of the weekend, but it’s also the last day of November. Tomorrow December begins, and the holiday rush will soon be in full swing. How about we all prepare with a recap of the news from the final day of the month? Today Verizon

SlashGear Morning Wrap-up: November 27th, 2012

Posted by Gsurface on November 27, 2012 No comments

Welcome to the holiday season here in the gadget and tech universe, with no lack of companies coming on from all directions with products galore – and promotions as strange as a pool of interactive water! The Replay XD 720 HD action camcorder has been released in all its black and red glory – ready

Continue reading Refresh Roundup: week of November 19th, 2012

Refresh Roundup: week of November 19th, 2012

Posted by Gsurface on November 26, 2012 No comments

Your smartphone and / or tablet is just begging for an update. From time to time, these mobile devices are blessed with maintenance refreshes, bug fixes, custom ROMs and anything in between, and so many of them are floating around that it’s easy for a sizable chunk to get lost in the mix. To make sure they don’t escape without notice, we’ve gathered every possible update, hack, and other miscellaneous tomfoolery we could find during the last week and crammed them into one convenient roundup. If you find something available for your device, please give us a shout at tips at engadget dawt com and let us know. Enjoy!

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Mobile Miscellany: week of November 19th, 2012

Posted by Gsurface on November 25, 2012 No comments

If you didn’t get enough mobile news during the week, not to worry, because we’ve opened the firehose for the truly hardcore. This past week, we discovered an abundance of special edition smartphones and T-Mobile gave ten new reasons for owners of unlocked iPhones to smile. So buy the ticket and take the ride as we explore the “best of the rest” for this week of November 19th, 2012.

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SlashGear Evening Wrap-Up: November 23, 2012

Posted by Gsurface on November 24, 2012 No comments

Some of us are still recovering from our food comas, but luckily the weekend is here so most of us can use that time for recouping (or chowing down on leftovers). Let’s recap the news from the day, shall we? Of course, today is Black Friday, with Apple kicking off a Black Friday sale of

Continue reading Slickdeals’ best in tech for November 21st: 55-inch Samsung HDTV and Canon DSLR bundle

Nokia’s Mobile Imaging And Camera Chief Leaving The Company November 30

Posted by Gsurface on November 23, 2012 No comments

Nokia has recently made efforts to distinguish its smartphones with advanced photographic capabilities, introducing the PureView 808 with a 41MP rear camera. Now, Nokia’s long-time head of imaging and photography Damian Dinning, who has been with the company since 2004, is confirmed to be departing as of November 30. Dinning was also said to have had a key role in Windows Phone imaging software.
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Slickdeals’ best in tech for November 21st: 55-inch Samsung HDTV and Canon DSLR bundle

Posted by Gsurface on November 21, 2012 No comments

Looking to save some coin on your tech purchases? Of course you are! In this round-up, we’ll run down a list of the freshest frugal buys, hand-picked with the help of the folks at Slickdeals. You’ll want to act fast, though, as many of these offerings won’t stick around long.

Shopping from the comforts of your favorite chair is infinitely better than battling the crowds of retail goers that will be taking to the streets in a few short days. With this in mind, we offer a new batch of tech deals that could allow you to keep your seat while making a much needed purchase. A 55-inch Samsung LED HDTV anchors today’s list, while a pair of 15-inch laptops, an Intel SSD and a DSLR / printer bundle claim a spot as well. Scoot past the break to sort through the particulars, and as always, be mindful of those rebate forms and coupon codes.

Filed under: Cameras, Home Entertainment, Laptops, Storage, Samsung, ASUS, Intel, Dell, Canon

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SlashGear Evening Wrap-Up: November 20, 2012

Posted by Gsurface on November 21, 2012 No comments

Welcome to Tuesday evening everyone! Today we found out that shipping times for the iPhone 5 have gone down to two weeks, which should be good news for those who have been waiting to get their hands on one. HP announced that Autonomy’s “serious accounting improprieties” have left it with a whopping $ 8.8 billion bill,

Apple Black Friday sales begin at midnight on November 23

Posted by Gsurface on November 20, 2012 No comments

Today, Apple posted a teaser for their Black Friday sales on their website. The company will begin their “one-day Apple shopping event” at midnight PST on November 23 (or colloquially known as Thursday night). Apple retail locations will open up earlier as well — some as early as midnight, but most will open later around

Continue reading Mobile Miscellany: week of November 12th, 2012

Mobile Miscellany: week of November 12th, 2012

Posted by Gsurface on November 18, 2012 No comments

If you didn’t get enough mobile news during the week, not to worry, because we’ve opened the firehose for the truly hardcore. This past week, we found new smartphones at Virgin Mobile, Fido and Wind, along with a hefty new round of LTE expansion from AT&T. So buy the ticket and take the ride as we explore the “best of the rest” for this week of November 12th, 2012.

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Mobile Miscellany: week of November 12th, 2012 originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 17 Nov 2012 21:45:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Long November: Google Left December Out Of Its Date Picker In Android Jelly Bean OS 4.2

Posted by Gsurface on November 18, 2012 No comments

There are bugs, and there are pretty embarrassing and ridiculous mess-ups. This one was is a screwup straight from Mountain View, and it’s a very real problem. If you’re trying to add your friend’s birthday to their contact entry, and you use an Android device with Jelly Bean 4.2, and they’re born in December…you’re crap out of luck, because Google decided to leave December out completely. For all the years.

Oops. The issue was apparently reported two days ago and we might be getting Android Jelly Bean 4.2.1 before we know it. Because, well, December is indeed coming, whether Google wants it to or not.
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SlashGear Evening Wrap-Up: November 16, 2012

Posted by Gsurface on November 17, 2012 No comments

Welcome to Friday evening everyone – the weekend is here again, but before we dive in, we need to recap the day’s news. First and foremost, our review of the HTC DROID DNA went live just a little while ago, so if you’ve been thinking of picking that phone up, be sure to have a

SlashGear Morning Wrap-up: November 14th, 2012

Posted by Gsurface on November 14, 2012 No comments

This week we’ve had our fair share of surprises in the mobile universe, but today it appears that we’re going to be running smooth in the computing world – desktops and storage devices galore! That said, you’ll still want to start your journey off with Western Digital’s 802.11AC My Net router and bridge. Move on

Continue reading Refresh Roundup: week of November 5th, 2012

Refresh Roundup: week of November 5th, 2012

Posted by Gsurface on November 12, 2012 No comments

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Refresh Roundup: week of November 5th, 2012 originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 11 Nov 2012 21:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Verizon confirms Droid DNA on its Droid Does portal, promises ‘unboxing’ on November 19th

Posted by Gsurface on November 11, 2012 No comments

Last we checked, there are about six days between Verizon / HTC’s press event in New York City and November 19th. Which, by most counts, should be just enough time for the two companies to properly announce a phone, get it out to sales channels, and start moving ‘em into the hands of consumers. HTC’s Droid DNA has been leaked to death at this point, but a new mention of the product on VZW’s ‘Droid Does’ portal all but confirms the true nature of Tuesday’s event. For those willing to wait until November 19th, the carrier’s promising an internet unboxing through its Google+ page — for those who tune into our site, we’ll get you one much sooner. Hit up the source if you’re intrigued by intrigue, but don’t go poking around for pricing or confirmed specifications.

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Verizon confirms Droid DNA on its Droid Does portal, promises ‘unboxing’ on November 19th originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 11 Nov 2012 11:55:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Microsoft’s November security updates include critical Windows 8 and RT patches

Posted by Gsurface on November 11, 2012 No comments

Microsoft recently issued its “Security Bulletin Advance Notification” for this month, detailing which operating systems and software will be updated on November 13th. While many products are being addressed, including Office for Mac, newly released Windows 8 and RT are the most notable entries on the list. The first patches since they hit the market will fix “critical” issues which open them up to “remote code execution.” Microsoft hasn’t gone into specifics (obviously), but you can register for a webcast being held on the 14th (see source link) should you want enlightening. If you thought your fresh machine or slate was flawless, we’re afraid to say it’s just another member of the ‘Patch Tuesday’ club.

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Microsoft’s November security updates include critical Windows 8 and RT patches originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 10 Nov 2012 02:15:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Mobile Miscellany: week of November 5th, 2012

Posted by Gsurface on November 11, 2012 No comments

If you didn’t get enough mobile news during the week, not to worry, because we’ve opened the firehose for the truly hardcore. This past week, Virgin introduced a WiFi calling service in the UK, a new smartphone leaked for Cricket and RIM announced a free app giveaway for Canadian residents. These stories and more await after the break. So buy the ticket and take the ride as we explore the “best of the rest” for this week of November 5th, 2012.

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Mobile Miscellany: week of November 5th, 2012 originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 10 Nov 2012 21:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Sprint adding Spotify Premium to carrier billing for Android customers starting November 11th

Posted by Gsurface on November 10, 2012 No comments

A few months back Sprint’s Android customers gained the option to charge Google Play purchases to their monthly wireless bill. In an effort to keep the carrier billing party going, the Now Network will soon be adding this option for Spotify Premium customers. An anonymous tipster has shared with us that starting on November 11th, Sprint’s Android clientele will be able to add the music streaming service’s $ 10 monthly charge to their bill. While we’re sure that some customers will take advantage of this new option, we can’t help but long for the good old days when people could bill a new phone to their account. Ah, Sprint giveth and taketh away.

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Sprint adding Spotify Premium to carrier billing for Android customers starting November 11th originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 10 Nov 2012 11:45:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

SlashGear Evening Wrap-Up: November 9, 2012

Posted by Gsurface on November 10, 2012 No comments

Friday is here once again, but before you get too terribly sloshed, be sure you read through our recap of the day’s big news! Today we heard that Judge Lucy Koh will examine claims of misconduct on the part of the jury foreman in the Samsung vs. Apple patent trial, and Apple is actually being

Google Play Movies, Music reach Australia, Canada and parts of Europe on November 13th

Posted by Gsurface on November 8, 2012 No comments

Google’s long-awaited offering of Google Play Movies and Music on Google TV may have answered a longstanding demand for streaming access from some viewers, but it still left many of those outside of the US turning to alternatives. The company is closing that open loop with plans to take the media strategy global. Australia, Canada, France, Germany and the UK will all get similar streaming video options on their Google TV hubs as of November 13th; while content will undoubtedly vary, the gesture once more puts the international stores on roughly the same level as their American counterpart. The only debate left likely centers on what movie to rent for celebrating the occasion.

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Google Play Movies, Music reach Australia, Canada and parts of Europe on November 13th originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 08 Nov 2012 16:51:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Verizon And HTC To Show Off Their “Latest Collaboration” On November 13

Posted by Gsurface on November 6, 2012 No comments

Had enough big mobile announcements yet? Well, it turns out Verizon and HTC sure haven’t — the pair has just started sending out invitations to (yet another) mobile event in New York City, this time slated for the morning of November 13.

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HTC Verizon event set for November 13, DROID DNA likely

Posted by Gsurface on November 6, 2012 No comments

On the 13th of this month there will indeed be an event held by HTC and Verizon at once, bringing on a new device that’s quite likely looking like what we’ve been teased with over the past few weeks – the HTC DROID DNA. This device is the only un-revealed machine we’ve seen that’s heading

Continue reading Must See HDTV (November 5th – 11th)

Must See HDTV (November 5th – 11th)

Posted by Gsurface on November 5, 2012 No comments

Must See HDTV November 5th 11th

Halo 4
After more than a decade the Halo series is still going strong, although development has moved from Bungie to 343 Industries. Fans shouldn’t let that switch worry them however, as Joystiq’s review assures it is a “decadent show of strength” for the series that lives up to its predecessors in single player, co-op and multiplayer. A new co-op mode that’s updated weekly will also probably help find some allies instead of foul-mouthed adversaries should you choose to head online. There’s a trailer after the break, but we’re pretty sure you already know if this is the game for you.
($ 59.99 on Amazon)

Entourage The Complete Series
If you’d like to see every season of Entourage in HD, this is your chance. The complete series is coming to Blu-ray (yes, before The Sopranos) and anyone who caught it during its run on TV can attest to the sharp visual style and always timely soundtrack. Vince and crew have never looked better, and at $ 140, it’s not too expensive for serious fans to enjoy.
($ 139 on Amazon)

Firefly 10th anniversary
Browncoats unite. The Science Channel is airing a special reunion of the short-lived show, complete with never before seen footage and more. Check out the official site for mroe info and a chance to unlock more exclusive clips, and tune in Sunday night to relive all the action.
(November 11th, Science, 10PM)

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Must See HDTV (November 5th – 11th) originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 05 Nov 2012 18:02:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Bell gearing up for November 15th HTC 8X release

Posted by Gsurface on November 4, 2012 No comments

Bell gearing up for November 15th HTC 8X release

Windows Phone fans in the Great White North shouldn’t have to wait long to get their hands on HTC’s latest piece of kit — a internal Bell document obtained by MobileSyrup pegs the 8X for a November 15th launch. The reported Canadian launch date trails T-Mobile’s availability by a mere day, noting that pre-ordered devices could ship out as early as November 9th. Not too surprising, considering the phone just skipped through the FCC with support for the entire north American continent. No word on pricing, but the page’s listed specs nicely match the brightly colored 4.3-inch, 1.5GHz dual-core slab we reviewed. Not a Bell customer? Don’t worry — MobileSyrup is hearing murmurs that the same date applies to Rogers, as well.

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Bell gearing up for November 15th HTC 8X release originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 03 Nov 2012 20:39:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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SlashGear Evening Wrap-Up: November 2, 2012

Posted by Gsurface on November 4, 2012 No comments

Welcome to Friday evening everyone – the weekend is here at last, but before we dive in, it’s time to recap the news. Today we heard that Microsoft might be testing out a smartphone of its own, which doesn’t really surprise us considering that it just recently entered the tablet market. Apple’s freshly rephrased “apology”

Continue reading Ceton Echo Windows Media Center Extender pre-orders are live, ship November 30th for $ 179

Ceton Echo Windows Media Center Extender pre-orders are live, ship November 30th for $179

Posted by Gsurface on November 3, 2012 No comments

The newest option for Windows Media Center users is nearly here, as Ceton’s Echo extender has been listed for pre-order at Newegg. Available for $ 179 with a $ 10 gift card and free shipping, the diminutive accessory enables WMC streams of your live and recorded TV in up to 5 other rooms. That’s been possible with other extenders — especially Microsoft’s own Xbox 360 console — but the Echo claims its advantage is being purpose built to do the job with less noise and power consumption, plus support for features like DTS surround sound. We’ll be reviewing it as soon as the software is final, early adopters that are ready to jump but missed the beta offer can snag one at the link below — the first shipments are scheduled to go out November 30th.

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Ceton Echo Windows Media Center Extender pre-orders are live, ship November 30th for $ 179 originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 02 Nov 2012 20:36:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 with 4G LTE hits Sprint on November 11th for $550

Posted by Gsurface on November 1, 2012 No comments

Verizon rolled out an LTE-equipped version of its smaller counterpart a few months ago, and now Sprint has announced that it’ll begin offering the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 with 4G LTE on November 11th. That will be available for $ 550 (sans contract), and you’ll be able to activate it on one of the carrier’s new month-to-month tablet rate plans, which run from $ 15 a month for 300MB of data to $ 80 for 12GB — Sprint says it’s also waiving activation fees on all 3G/4G tablets “for a limited time.” As for the tablet itself, it’s otherwise identical to the WiFi-only model, including a 10.1-inch 1280 x 800 display, a 1.5GHz dual-core processor and Android 4.0 for an OS (no word on upgrades just yet).

Continue reading Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 with 4G LTE hits Sprint on November 11th for $ 550

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Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 with 4G LTE hits Sprint on November 11th for $ 550 originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 01 Nov 2012 12:25:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Bluegrass Cellular offering homespun wisdom, iPhone 5 for $150 on November 2nd

Posted by Gsurface on October 31, 2012 No comments

When we think about Kentucky, we’re put in mind of dusky beverages, Harland Sanders’ chicken and its legendary derby. That’s why it’s so nice to see regional carrier Bluegrass Cellular offering the iPhone 5 on its network. The handset arrives on November 2nd, with the 16GB variant setting you back $ 150 on any of its plans, the cheapest offering you 200 minutes, Unlimited texts and 3GB data for $ 65. We’ve got all of the plans laid out for you after the break, so grab your twelve-string and join in.

Continue reading Bluegrass Cellular offering homespun wisdom, iPhone 5 for $ 150 on November 2nd

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Bluegrass Cellular offering homespun wisdom, iPhone 5 for $ 150 on November 2nd originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 31 Oct 2012 09:31:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Nokia Lumia 822 and HTC 8X show up in Verizon colors, get pegged for November 8th release

Posted by Gsurface on October 28, 2012 No comments

The Verizon-flavored Nokia Lumia 822 hasn’t exactly been camera-shy, nor has it been coy about its imminent arrival, but the details on price and availability have, as yet, not been pinned down. That is until now, according to a tip-off at WPCentral. The candid shot shows the Nokia next to an HTC 8X — both with Verizon livery. The word is that the Lumia 822 will run you $ 99 at launch, while the HTC 8X will command $ 199, both with a contract. The same source claims that these will launch on November 8th. Just in time to get that first killer app then.

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Nokia Lumia 822 and HTC 8X show up in Verizon colors, get pegged for November 8th release originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 28 Oct 2012 01:03:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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iPad mini LTE models to arrive as early as November 21

Posted by Gsurface on October 26, 2012 No comments

Earlier this morning was the start of the iPad mini pre-ordering bonanza, and while it didn’t sell out quite as quick as past Apple products, almost all units are sold out with just the black WiFi-only model still showing a November 2 ship date in the US. However, those who pre-ordered the LTE models are

Continue reading Sony Xperia TL comes to AT&T on November 2 for $ 99 with a two-year contract

Apple’s iPad Mini, 4th Gen iPad Now Available For Pre-Order – Wi-Fi Only Versions Deliver November 2

Posted by Gsurface on October 26, 2012 No comments

If you’re looking to get your hands on an iPad mini after the big reveal this past Tuesday, now’s the time to pre-order, and shoppers can choose any version of the iPad mini or 4th generation iPad for the first batch of orders. If you want to have one in your hands next Friday, November 2, however, you’ll need to get the Wi-Fi only versions.
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Sony Xperia TL comes to AT&T on November 2 for $99 with a two-year contract

Posted by Gsurface on October 25, 2012 No comments

We’ve already gotten our collective mitts on Sony’s Xperia TL, and come November 2nd, you’ll be able to do the same by plunking down $ 99.99 and inking a two-year contract with AT&T. In case you need a refresher, the LTE handset runs a skinned build of Ice Cream Sandwich, packs a 1.5GHz dual-core S4 processor, 13-megapixel rear-facing camera, NFC and a 4.6-inch 720p display powered by the firm’s Mobile BRAVIA Engine. Since Sony’s smartphone flagship is lucky enough to call itself the official James Bond phone, it’ll come stuffed with behind the scenes footage of the upcoming film Skyfall and Bond-themed ringtones, wallpapers and more. For the full lowdown on the Xperia TL’s arrival on Big Blue, hit the jump for the press release.

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Sony Xperia TL comes to AT&T on November 2 for $ 99 with a two-year contract originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 25 Oct 2012 09:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Continue reading Samsung Galaxy Note II to be available on AT&T November 9th for $ 299, pre-orders begin Thursday

Samsung Galaxy Note II to be available on AT&T November 9th for $299, pre-orders begin Thursday

Posted by Gsurface on October 23, 2012 No comments

In the wake of Samsung’s Galaxy Note II event tomorrow, AT&T has decided to make its intentions public today. The 5.5-inch will be available in stores and online starting November 9th, and the price won’t be too surprising at $ 300.

Developing…

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Samsung Galaxy Note II to be available on AT&T November 9th for $ 299, pre-orders begin Thursday originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 23 Oct 2012 09:53:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Source: iPad Mini Will Hit Stores And Ship To Early Buyers November 2

Posted by Gsurface on October 19, 2012 No comments

Apple’s iPad mini is almost certainly set to be announced next week at an event in San Jose Tuesday, and we’re now hearing that it will ship a week and a half after that unveiling. November 2 is the ship date we’ve heard today from a source close to Apple’s supply chain, echoing an earlier report by Geeky Gadgets that that’s the day the iPad mini will go on sale.
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Battlefield 3: Aftermath hits PS3 on November 27

Posted by Gsurface on October 18, 2012 No comments

Ready for more Battlefield 3 DLC? Electronic Arts shared more details about the game’s upcoming expansion, Aftermath, with Joystiq today, along with a brand new trailer that gives us a brief look at what to expect. Most importantly, Aftermath adds a new game mode, and this one sounds quite a bit different from the game

MG Android gaming handheld now available to pre-order for $150, ships early November

Posted by Gsurface on October 17, 2012 No comments

When we first laid eyes on the MG, it was an ambitious effort that hoped to bring Android 4.0-powered gaming to the casual masses through the hit-and-miss world of crowd funding. Though its Kickstarter efforts were a bust, its creators have managed to get this project off of the ground and are now accepting discounted pre-orders at $ 150 until November 4th — after that, the price will climb to a full $ 170. All pre-orders are expected to ship during the second week of November. As a refresher, the MG features a 4-inch WVGA display, a 1GHz Cortex A5 processor, a 1.3-megapixel front-facing camera, 1GB of RAM, 4GB of internal storage and an 8GB microSD card. It’ll also accommodate up to 64GB cards, should you ever hit a wall. Sporting a design that’s reminiscent of the Tapwave Zodiac, the MG will ship pre-loaded with several “freemium” titles and will have access to Google Play’s massive library of games. So, if you’re looking to wean your younger sibling off of your high-end smartphone, the MG could be the stocking stuffer that gets the job done this holiday season.

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MG Android gaming handheld now available to pre-order for $ 150, ships early November originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 17 Oct 2012 08:15:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Bell may get Samsung Galaxy Rugby LTE on November 1st, give Canadians rough and tumble 4G

Posted by Gsurface on October 14, 2012 No comments

Americans won’t get to keep the Galaxy Rugby Pro all to themselves. As long as internal documents gleaned by MobileSyrup prove true, Bell should be carrying Samsung’s ruggedized 4G phone as the Galaxy Rugby LTE on November 1st. Other than the name change, it’s likely to be a match for the AT&T version down to the very wide frequency support we saw at the FCC, when it appeared as the SGH-i547. You’re looking at a modest 4-inch screen, 768MB of RAM and 5-megapixel rear camera, but also a quick 1.5GHz dual-core processor, Android 4.0 and that dust- and waterproof body. Pricing is an unknown, although the partly toned-down features imply that the Galaxy Rugby LTE will skew well below the $ 160 contract price for a Galaxy S III on Bell’s network.

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Bell may get Samsung Galaxy Rugby LTE on November 1st, give Canadians rough and tumble 4G originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 14 Oct 2012 07:39:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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U.S. Postal Service Plans To Launch Experimental Same-Day Delivery Service In November

Posted by Gsurface on October 12, 2012 No comments

The United States Postal Service (USPS) just informed the Postal Regulatory Commission that it plans to launch an experimental same-day delivery service called Metro Post. The USPS says this test is specifically designed for e-commerce companies and will initially focus on a single (currently undisclosed) metropolitan area. The market test for Metro Post is scheduled to begin around November 12, 2012 and will run for at least one year.
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Office 2013 goes gold, available to users in November

Posted by Gsurface on October 12, 2012 No comments

Like a musician at the top of his game, Office 2013 has officially gone gold. Microsoft announced the software’s official “Release to manufacturing” status late Thursday afternoon.

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T-Mobile Roadmap releases Windows Phone 8X on November 14th

Posted by Gsurface on October 12, 2012 No comments

Just incase you didn’t know that the Windows Phone 8X was coming to T-Mobile, an alledged roadmap of the carrier’s upcoming releases has made it clear. This roadmap from TmoNews also lists the LG Optimus L9 Android device, a Samsung Toba (possibly a tablet we’ve not heard of before), and a Dell BMW – this

Continue reading Feel the Force: Angry Birds Star Wars coming November 8th to iOS, Android and computers

Acer’s Windows 8-based Iconia W510 tablet hits the FCC, ready for November launch

Posted by Gsurface on October 12, 2012 No comments

Now that we’ve taken a look at the Acer Iconia W510, it’s heartening to see it finally hit the FCC. The documentation doesn’t tell us much we don’t already know about the Windows 8 tablet, though it’s interesting to note it packs a 7300mAh battery, which will hopefully lead to that promised nine-hour battery life. As a quick refresher, the W510 packs a Clover Trail-based Atom processor, 2GB of RAM, a 10.1-inch display, and will cost roughly $ 500 for the 32GB SSD model. The timing of the FCC listing does seem to point to Acer actually hitting that November 9th launch date, so keep your ~~fingers~~ tiles crossed.

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Acer’s Windows 8-based Iconia W510 tablet hits the FCC, ready for November launch originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 11 Oct 2012 20:04:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Feel the Force: Angry Birds Star Wars coming November 8th to iOS, Android and computers

Posted by Gsurface on October 8, 2012 No comments

Rovio teased a certain film-inspired Angry Birds picture ~~a long, long~~ last week, and as expected, it’s another new game — Angry Birds Star Wars. Our furious feathered friends are assuming the likenesses of characters from the epic saga, with the trusty Red Bird taking on Luke Skywalker’s role. It wouldn’t be the Rebel Alliance without a dark side to fight, which is where the Pigs fit into the storyline; even the music and levels for gravity-based play will hark back to the film franchise. In addition to the software, details of related merchandise have also been uncovered, including table games, toys and costumes. The game is out on November 8th for iOS, Android and computers, and if it follows the original storyline, we wonder how Red Bird’s going to feel about his porcine family history.

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Feel the Force: Angry Birds Star Wars coming November 8th to iOS, Android and computers originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 08 Oct 2012 06:46:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Nokia Lumia 920, Lumia 820 To Hit AT&T Shelves In November

Posted by Gsurface on October 4, 2012 No comments

AT&T has just announced plans to carry Nokia’s new flagship Windows Phone 8 devices, the Lumia 920 and the Lumia 820.

Nokia fans have been excited about these for a while, considering that Windows Phone 8 brings a bit more capacity for impressive specs, and Nokia has added its Pureview imaging to the flagship 920.
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Sprint Black Friday ad reveals $50 Galaxy S III on November 23rd only

Posted by Gsurface on September 27, 2012 No comments

As the holiday season draws closer, bargain hunters and retailers alike are starting to map out their Black Friday game plan. However, if you’re balling on a budget and looking to score a stellar smartphone, then allow us to lend a helping hand. An anonymous tipster has shared a peek at one of Sprint’s post-Turkey Day attractions, with the gory details shown in the image above. Both current and prospecting customers will have a chance to snag a Galaxy S III for $ 50 on a new two-year agreement, with Sprint no doubt hoping to use its unlimited data policy to lure to-be network switchers. Supplies are expected to be limited, so you’d be wise to get up entirely too early if you’re hoping to guarantee yourself a unit.

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