August 12, 2014

Moto 360 Smartwatch: More pics and specifications

Moto 360 Smartwatch: More pics and specifications Even as a very happy Pebble user, I am really excited about this forthcoming smartwatch and can’t wait to get one to test. Hopefully not too long to go now.

August 12, 2014

Samsung’s Galaxy Alpha; Does it have the power to take on the iPhone 6?

Next month, Samsung will use the massive IFA exhibition in Berlin to unveil the Note 4, a top-spec device that is likely to be the most impressive announcement at the show, and possibly one of the most significant releases of the year. But before then, it is expected Samsung will also unveil a… [Click for more]

July 30, 2014

How to use Three inTouch

via Three UK

July 30, 2014

Three inTouch Wi-Fi calling service launches on Android and iOS

Last month, Three started trials of its new Wi-Fi calling service called inTouch. Today that service goes live for Android and iOS users, and it can already be downloaded now so you’ll be ready to go immediately!

July 27, 2014

Nokia Lumia 930: Photo test vs Sony Xperia Z2 (dusk/night/indoors)

In another of my camera tests, I’ve decided to pitch the new Nokia Lumia 930 against the Sony Xperia Z2. I will be doing some daylight tests of course (and tests of the video recording capabilities), but to start with I captured a mix of dusk/night shots, shots with flash, plus some… [Click for more]

July 24, 2014

Lumia 930 first impressions: The one to finally make you switch?

It’s a rather sad time at the moment. Firstly, knowing that the Nokia logo will soon disappear from Lumia handsets, and secondly, even worse for the many people recently told they’ll be losing their jobs. But the new flagship Lumia 930, as well as the recently announced budget Lumia 530, the… [Click for more]

July 23, 2014

AnTuTu 5: The next level of Android benchmarking is coming

Pocketnow has a preview and detailed explanation of the upcoming AnTuTu 5 benchmarking app, which will now test a new range of hardware and software features, including the ‘new’ Android runtime (ART).

July 17, 2014

Microsoft kills off Nokia’s Android phones, and lays off ex-Nokia staff.

A sad day, but not in the slightest bit surprising. Even Elop’s letter to his staff was just as I’d have expected – but of course he’s done quite well for himself out of the whole relationship with Nokia. Find out more here: http://www.theverge.com/2014/7/17/5911909/microsoft-kills-off-its-nokia-android-phones Personally, I can’t wait until Nokia… [Click for more]

July 14, 2014

Three drops unlimited tethering on new SIM-only tariffs, and what it means to new and existing customers

You knew it was coming. We knew it was coming. What nobody knew was exactly when, but that time appears to be now – or certainly this week. (Edit: No, it’s now!)

July 11, 2014

Three comes top in latest London to Edinburgh mobile broadband test

Broadband comparison site Broadband Genie, and PC Advisor, has just announced the results of its 2014 Mobile Broadband Road Trip, and it’s great news for Three!

July 7, 2014

Vodafone launches WorldTraveller; take UK bundles beyond Europe for £5 a day

Vodafone has taken its EuroTraveller service and taken it worldwide. The rather obviously named WorldTraveller service offers the same ability to use your UK minutes, texts, and data for a daily £5 fee.

July 1, 2014

Samsung Galaxy S5 mini shows the company is still thinking too small

Samsung today announced the Galaxy S5 mini, the now de facto standard practice for the mobile industry.

June 28, 2014

LG G3 Review part 2: Photo test with Galaxy S5, Xperia Z2 and HTC One M8

I promised more pictures after my first LG G3 photo and video test and here they are.

June 26, 2014

Video: Google Shames Apple’s IOS For Adding What Android Did Years Ago

June 25, 2014

LG G3 Review: Photo and Video test – compared with Samsung Galaxy S5, Sony Xperia Z2 and HTC One M8

My review of the LG G3 is still ongoing, but so far I’ve been having a good play with the camera, and couldn’t wait to post some results for you to look at – including a comparison of the 4K video recording offered on the LG, Samsung’s Galaxy S5 and… [Click for more]

June 23, 2014

Motorola/LG/Samsung/HTC/Sony AnTuTu X Mega Benchmarking Test

Pitting the LG G3, Samsung Galaxy S5, HTC One (M8), Sony Xperia Z2 against each other, alongside the humble Motorola Moto E.

June 23, 2014

Haven’t you herd? EE is providing free high-speed Wi-Fi at Glastonbury

After recently using donkeys to celebrate the continued expansion of 4G service to smaller towns and villages like West Kirby, EE has today announced the use of cows to provide free Wi-Fi at Glastonbury festival – using EE’s 4G network of course.

June 20, 2014

EE kicks off trials of phone calls over Wi-Fi and 4G (VoLTE)

EE has this morning announced trials of two new services to improve voice connectivity for its customers, including the introduction of Wi-Fi calling and voice over 4G (VoLTE).