With Apple absent, CES is the perfect chance for PMP purveyors to ply their wares. And this year was no exception, with some bonkers efforts and sleek iPod touch rivals hitting the show floor. On top of that, we went in hard on the headphones, with Sennheiser and Monster both serving up winning efforts.
January, 2010
It may have snowed buckets, but that didn’t stop the tech news from making it in to work today. All the headlines have been plowing right on through, and we’ve got them all rounded up right here for your delectation. Read on for the lunchtime lowdown!
BBC iPlayer on Freesat has arrived! If you’re packing a Humax Freesat box you can tune in to Auntie’s programmes on demand using your remote. What’s it like? Read our full BBC iPlayer on Freesat review to find out!
Star Wars: The Old Republic, EA’s mega MMO has finally been dated. Prepare to hoot like a Wookie as the developers have confirmed that the Jedi packed online multiplayer game will arrive in Spring 2011.
The Sony Ericsson Xperia X2 was supposed to be one of Vodafone’s flagship phones, with the network tying up an exclusive deal for the Windows Mobile smartphone, originally planned to be launched last year. But the delays dragged on, and now, Vodafone’s pulled the plug entirely. Sorry folks, but if you’re waiting for a Sony Ericsson X2 there’s bad news: it’s been dropped from Vodafone’s line-up, even before release.
You couldn’t escape 3D TV at CES. But three dimensional eyeball strokers weren’t the only telly-based gadgets worth getting het up about. From IPTV to Skype friendly boobtubes, there was plenty to sate the appetite of home cinema junkies. Here’s our pick of the best.
Parliament is set to release an iPhone app. The new app will work alongside MP For a Week, an online game to introduce school children to the workings of parliament. Disappointingly it isn’t just like The Sims with added ridiculous expense claims.
Apple Tablet rumour stories are as common as uninformative news reports about the snow. Today’s big rumour is that contrary to popular belief, the Apple Tablet will not have a camera.