Elgato Release EyeTV Netstream App

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Elgato Release EyeTV Netstream App

Elgato today released its EyeTV Netstream app, allowing iPad, iPhone and iPod touch to control Elgato’s EyeTV Netstream network tuners.

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Here is the press release:

Munich, December 15, 2011 – It enables Netstream users to watch, pause, rewind/fast-forward and record live TV on their iOS device. It also features a 7-day programme guide with a recommendation function. Thanks to built-in UPnP and Bonjour support, the app is extremely simple to set up. The free EyeTV Netstream app is available now from the App Store.

7-day programme guide
The EyeTV Netstream app’s integrated EPG offers up to seven days of detailed programme guide data (the amount of EPG data varies by broadcaster). A pulldown calendar menu, navigation buttons for Now/Tonight/Tomorrow and genre colours make it very easy to find one’s preferred shows. Users can tweet or email programme details directly from the Guide to recommend upcoming shows to friends or print them with AirPrint-enabled printers.

Mac & PC software included
EyeTV Netstream products can stream live TV to iPads, iPhones, plus Macs and PCs on the home network. The Netstream products include the prize-winning EyeTV 3 software for Macs, drivers for Windows 7 Media Center, and the TV application THC for Windowss – which offers many of EyeTV 3’s functions on the PC.

Pricing & Availability
The EyeTV Netstream app is available for free from the App Store. EyeTV Netstream Sat and EyeTV Netstream DTT are available for £199.95 (including VAT) each, from Elgato and from selected retailers.

About Elgato
Elgato produces award-winning TV software together with a complete range of TV tuners and capture devices to watch, record, and edit TV and HDTV on Macs and PCs. Elgato is the home of EyeTV, the world’s leading television solution for Mac computers. Elgato also produces a variety of world-class H.264 video conversion and streaming products. Elgato is privately held with offices in Munich, Germany and San Francisco, California.

New Game Modes Coming to Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3

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New Game Modes Coming to Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3

There are some new game modes coming this week to Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3.

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This is what was tweeted:

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So I wonder what will be included?

Check out our review of Call of Duty: MW3

Internet Explorer to Automatically Update from January

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Internet Explorer to Automatically Update from January

Microsoft have today announced that from January Internet Explorer updates will take place automatically.

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Here is what Microsoft posted on their blog:

Everyone benefits from an up-to-date browser.

Today we are sharing our plan to automatically upgrade Windows customers to the latest version of Internet Explorer available for their PC. This is an important step in helping to move the Web forward. We will start in January for customers in Australia and Brazil who have turned on automatic updating via Windows Update. Similar to our release of IE9 earlier this year, we will take a measured approach, scaling up over time.

As always, when upgrading from one version of Internet Explorer to the next through Windows Update, the user’s home page, search provider, and default browser remains unchanged.

Good for Consumers, Developers and Enterprises

The Web overall is better – and safer – when more people run the most up-to-date browser. Our goal is to make sure that Windows customers have the most up-to-date and safest browsing experience possible, with the best protections against malicious software such as malware.

For consumers, the safety benefits are one of the key reasons that the industry has been moving towards automatic updates as the norm. This is increasingly important since the biggest online threat these days is socially engineered malware, which typically targets outdated software like Web browsers. The latest Microsoft Security Intelligence Report, which is based on data from over 600 million systems in over 100 countries, is good reading to give you a sense of risks that stem from outdated software.

We want to make updating to the best protection possible as fast and simple as we can for Windows customers. IE is how millions of Windows customers connect to the Web, so keeping that part of Windows updated at all times is critical to keeping them safe online. With automatic updates enabled through Windows Update, customers can receive IE9 and future versions of Internet Explorer seamlessly without any “update fatigue” issues.

Wider deployment of the most up-to-date browser benefits the Web in other ways as well. Developers and online businesses can rely on better browsers to deliver richer and more capable Web experiences. We built IE9 with a focus on modern web standards and interoperability so that developers could spend less time coding for specific browsers and spend more time building the next big thing on the Web. More of the Web running an HTML5 capable browser, vs. something built ten years ago, is a great thing for developers and the businesses they support.

Respecting Customer Choice and Control

While the benefits of upgrading are numerous, we recognize that some organizations and individuals may want to opt-out and set their own upgrade pace. One of the things we’re committed to as we move to auto updates is striking the right balance for consumers and enterprises – getting consumers the most up-to-date version of their browser while allowing enterprises to update their browsers on their schedule. The Internet Explorer 8 and Internet Explorer 9 Automatic Update Blocker toolkits prevent automatic upgrades of IE for Windows customers who do not want them. Of course, we firmly believe that IE9 is the most compelling browser for business customers, and we want them to make the decision to upgrade at their convenience.

Similarly, customers who have declined previous installations of IE8 or IE9 through Windows Update will not be automatically updated. Customers have the ability to uninstall updates and continue to receive support for the version of IE that came with their copy of Windows. And similar to organizations, consumers can block the update all together and upgrade on their own. Finally, future versions of IE will provide an option in the product for consumers to opt out of automatic upgrading.

We are excited to help make the Web better by upgrading Windows customers to the latest version of Internet Explorer.

Ryan Gavin
General Manager, Internet Explorer Business and Marketing

There seems to be mixed reaction to the news, with some people thinking it’s a great idea (me included) and others not happy about it.

What do you think?

My Movies Collection Management for Windows Media Center 4.02 Released

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My Movies Collection Management for Windows Media Center 4.02 Released

As well as the final versions for My Movies 4.02 for Media Center and My Movies 2.10 for Windows Home Server 2011, Brian has also released version 4.02 PR9 of the Collection Management component.

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Here is the complete changelog:

Added: Check for TV Series with lost connection to disc title.
Added: Handling of discs that were unidentified during copying. Upcoming functionality for Windows Home Server.
Added: TV Episodes and disc titles that have only been partially watched now have a partially watched icon rather than a watched icon. This is only supported when using the internal Media Center player, and not on ISO files.
Added: Rolling backdrops is now functional also on TV Episodes.
Added: TV Series configuration section in Windows Media Center.
Added: Various setting options in Windows Media Center.
Added: Option to select main movie on DVD’s. This will later on be used in situations where the automatic selection fails..
Added: Mapping of TV Series on Blu-ray discs. It is not yet possible for us to provide instructions on how to see what is playing in a player.
Added: Contributing of chapter titles on Blu-ray discs
Added: In add titles, pressing <enter> while typing in a search field, will now start the search.
Added: Support for launching ISO files and drive playback for devices where autoplay in Media Center have been configured to be disabled.
Added: Option to debug playback by adding DWORD “PlayBackDebug” in HKLM\Software\My Movies and setting it to 1.
Added: “certification” node to NFO XML for YAMJ
Added: TV Series are now synchronized to and from the webserver.
Added: Only added/deleted/changed titles are updated on database sync.
Added: Option to mark a disc as being a bonus disc. This is to be used for TV Series mapping instructions and for future option of displaying bonus discs in Windows Media Center.
Added: There is now a digital copy checkbox in the discs dialog. If discs are marked as such, they do not require a disc id for the title to be complete.

Change: “Actions” page is now placed after synopsis for easier access.
Change: The tabs on the details pages is repeated scrollable, which means you can press “left” from initial page to access the “actions” page, avoiding having to scroll though all pages.
Change: mymovies.xml file is now encrypted.
Change: Warning not to set language on items that should have been neutral when setting language on images.
Change: Playing TV Series on DVD episodes now stops playback when the specific episode stops playback.
Change: Series search now uses language search on server.
Change: Folder monitoring now checks if titles on UNC paths that no longer exists have the above folder existing, and if so, removes the title, where it previously was kept.
Change: DVD Profiler import changed to new online import option. This deprecates the option to import just data.
Change: Print Report changed to online option. This deprecates existing print report option.

Update: MediaInfo DLL files updated.

Fix: ArcSoft TotalMedia Theatre update broke playback using this player.
Fix: Incorrect point requirement message.
Fix: Depending on DB size, an SQL Sentence could take too long to execute due to a missing index.
Fix: Issue where categories and genres entry pages always opened both movies and tv series when opening a sub category, even when you entered only movie or tv serie library.
Fix: Blu-ray and HD DVD prefixes on folder name to force BD or HD detection were case sensitive, they are no longer.
Fix: Now stores dvdid.xml file inside VIDEO_TS folder, to work around problem where SP1 broke display of meta-data for VIDEO_TS folders in the info screen when playing.
Fix: Special characters in episode names could cause them not to be included in the Dune index.
Fix: Folder monitoring did not correctly identify titles as Blu-ray based on ISO files or media types.
Fix: Sort by title did not make sense on TV Seasons view, and have been removed.
Fix: TV type parental rating showed as normal rating in preview screen.
Fix: Category assign or remove problem if you right click to add or remove categories on a title you are editing, and then save the title you are editing.
Fix: Data for inserted discs did not function as it should.
Fix: Personal title and sort title could remain when using change data function.
Fix: Data for inserted discs did not always follow cover profile looks.
Fix: The “Play All” functionality is now able to mark individual played episodes as watched.
Fix: Adjustments to improve speed of browsing on list and details as well as cover row and details screens, especially on extenders.
Fix: Navigation menu color overlay did not display right on extenders with overscan present.
Fix: Can now read DVD IFO files with errors in cell mapping structure.
Fix: Reading of DVD structure on discs where the index of the discstructure map is missing.
Fix: Not all subtitles were read on DVD discs.
Fix: Main movie detection is now based on time instead of filesizes.
Fix: Wait cursor did not hide when receiving a playback error on TV Series and Seasons.
Fix: Invalid mappings are now removed upon TV Serie data download for discs.
Fix: folder.tbn renamed to movie.tbn for VIDEO_TS folders to display data correctly in XBMC.
Fix: Stop now stops playback correctly instead of leaving playback in lower left corner.
Fix: NFO for XBMC and BDMV folders are now stored differently.
Fix: XBMC meta-data now stores tbn files and not jpg files.
Fix: Connection was not closed, causing load of TV Episodes to be slow.
Fix: Dune index was broken due to some changes in Windows Home Server part.
Fix: Playback with TMT5 did not mark watched.
Fix: Unidentified disc dialog could come up when it should not.
Fix: Issue with automatic update of online collection.
Fix: Exception could occur when uploading collection changes if database became unavailable.
Fix: Exception could occur when inserting a damaged disc.
Fix: Incorrect attempt to display a dialog if user already exited application.
Fix: Exception could occur if network drive became unavailable.
Fix: Error in TVUpdateStatus when changing lock on possible updates.
Fix: Minor error when changing banner on TV Series.
Fix: Season view in CM now shows multiple episodes with same episodenumber, if these are present.
Fix: Not all instructions in ‘Report Invalid Data’ was visible.
Fix: Some paths could cause a crash when uploading online collection.
Fix: Not owned episodes that have been removed on the server are now removed upon update of a TV Series.
Fix: DiscConnections to TV series are now removed when folder monitoring deletes a title.
Fix: Better handling of databases in incorrect states.
Fix: Missing check in folder monitoring and updating of TV Series.
Fix: Handshake timeout could time out when synching online collection
Fix: Better error messages when downloading not owned episode.
Fix: TV Series accepts that there is no country information.
Fix: Improved synchronization speed.
Fix: Ensuring that unidentified discs could not hammer service.
Fix: Issue with reset of collection numbers.
Fix: Exception in SQL sentense that could give issues syncing online collection.
Fix: The automatic location changer may have had problems with letter casing.
Fix: Connect to server exception.
Fix: An incorrect date in an XML file could cause an installation to stop monitoring.
Fix: Due to a database change, Collection Management was able to start up even when not being connected to the service.
Fix: MediaInfo did not display correct in some audio channel configurations.
Fix: Titles with mediainfo of 1080 height did not display right if the width was not 1920.
Fix: Ratings for TV Series and TV Episodes are now automatically contributed to webservice.
Fix: Minor sync errors.
Fix: Minor bug when creating connection between Disc Title and TV Series

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Download My Movies 4 Collection Management Now

What do you think of My Movies?

Check out our review of My Movies for Windows Home Server 2011 2.0 Pre Release 7

My Movies for Windows Home Server 2011 Version 2.10 Released

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My Movies for Windows Home Server 2011 Version 2.10 Released

Brian has also released version final version of 2.10 of My Movies for Windows Home Server 2011.

Windows Home Server 2011

My Movies for Windows Home Server 2011 operates as database back-end for My Movies clients in multi-zone environments.

The My Movies for Windows Media Center or My Movies Collection Management products can be downloaded and installed on client PC’s to maintain movies in the database on My Movies for Windows Home Sever 2011.

My Movies may not be pre-installed on commercial products, nor in any way redistributed or provided to end-users by installers that is not part of our installer program.

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You can download the Windows Home Server 2011 edition here Check out our review of My Movies for Windows Home Server 2011 2.0 Pre Release 7

My Movies for Windows Media Center 4.02 Released

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My Movies for Windows Media Center 4.02 Released

Brian has just released the final version of My Movies for Windows Media Center version 4.02.

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Here is the complete change log:

Added: Check for TV Series with lost connection to disc title.
Added: Handling of discs that were unidentified during copying. Upcoming functionality for Windows Home Server.
Added: TV Episodes and disc titles that have only been partially watched now have a partially watched icon rather than a watched icon. This is only supported when using the internal Media Center player, and not on ISO files.
Added: Rolling backdrops is now functional also on TV Episodes.
Added: TV Series configuration section in Windows Media Center.
Added: Various setting options in Windows Media Center.
Added: Option to select main movie on DVD’s. This will later on be used in situations where the automatic selection fails..
Added: Mapping of TV Series on Blu-ray discs. It is not yet possible for us to provide instructions on how to see what is playing in a player.
Added: Contributing of chapter titles on Blu-ray discs
Added: In add titles, pressing <enter> while typing in a search field, will now start the search.
Added: Support for launching ISO files and drive playback for devices where autoplay in Media Center have been configured to be disabled.
Added: Option to debug playback by adding DWORD “PlayBackDebug” in HKLM\Software\My Movies and setting it to 1.
Added: “certification” node to NFO XML for YAMJ
Added: TV Series are now synchronized to and from the webserver.
Added: Only added/deleted/changed titles are updated on database sync.
Added: Option to mark a disc as being a bonus disc. This is to be used for TV Series mapping instructions and for future option of displaying bonus discs in Windows Media Center.
Added: There is now a digital copy checkbox in the discs dialog. If discs are marked as such, they do not require a disc id for the title to be complete.

Change: “Actions” page is now placed after synopsis for easier access.
Change: The tabs on the details pages is repeated scrollable, which means you can press “left” from initial page to access the “actions” page, avoiding having to scroll though all pages.
Change: mymovies.xml file is now encrypted.
Change: Warning not to set language on items that should have been neutral when setting language on images.
Change: Playing TV Series on DVD episodes now stops playback when the specific episode stops playback.
Change: Series search now uses language search on server.
Change: Folder monitoring now checks if titles on UNC paths that no longer exists have the above folder existing, and if so, removes the title, where it previously was kept.
Change: DVD Profiler import changed to new online import option. This deprecates the option to import just data.
Change: Print Report changed to online option. This deprecates existing print report option.

Update: MediaInfo DLL files updated.

Fix: ArcSoft TotalMedia Theatre update broke playback using this player.
Fix: Incorrect point requirement message.
Fix: Depending on DB size, an SQL Sentence could take too long to execute due to a missing index.
Fix: Issue where categories and genres entry pages always opened both movies and tv series when opening a sub category, even when you entered only movie or tv serie library.
Fix: Blu-ray and HD DVD prefixes on folder name to force BD or HD detection were case sensitive, they are no longer.
Fix: Now stores dvdid.xml file inside VIDEO_TS folder, to work around problem where SP1 broke display of meta-data for VIDEO_TS folders in the info screen when playing.
Fix: Special characters in episode names could cause them not to be included in the Dune index.
Fix: Folder monitoring did not correctly identify titles as Blu-ray based on ISO files or media types.
Fix: Sort by title did not make sense on TV Seasons view, and have been removed.
Fix: TV type parental rating showed as normal rating in preview screen.
Fix: Category assign or remove problem if you right click to add or remove categories on a title you are editing, and then save the title you are editing.
Fix: Data for inserted discs did not function as it should.
Fix: Personal title and sort title could remain when using change data function.
Fix: Data for inserted discs did not always follow cover profile looks.
Fix: The “Play All” functionality is now able to mark individual played episodes as watched.
Fix: Adjustments to improve speed of browsing on list and details as well as cover row and details screens, especially on extenders.
Fix: Navigation menu color overlay did not display right on extenders with overscan present.
Fix: Can now read DVD IFO files with errors in cell mapping structure.
Fix: Reading of DVD structure on discs where the index of the discstructure map is missing.
Fix: Not all subtitles were read on DVD discs.
Fix: Main movie detection is now based on time instead of filesizes.
Fix: Wait cursor did not hide when receiving a playback error on TV Series and Seasons.
Fix: Invalid mappings are now removed upon TV Serie data download for discs.
Fix: folder.tbn renamed to movie.tbn for VIDEO_TS folders to display data correctly in XBMC.
Fix: Stop now stops playback correctly instead of leaving playback in lower left corner.
Fix: NFO for XBMC and BDMV folders are now stored differently.
Fix: XBMC meta-data now stores tbn files and not jpg files.
Fix: Connection was not closed, causing load of TV Episodes to be slow.
Fix: Dune index was broken due to some changes in Windows Home Server part.
Fix: Playback with TMT5 did not mark watched.
Fix: Unidentified disc dialog could come up when it should not.
Fix: Issue with automatic update of online collection.
Fix: Exception could occur when uploading collection changes if database became unavailable.
Fix: Exception could occur when inserting a damaged disc.
Fix: Incorrect attempt to display a dialog if user already exited application.
Fix: Exception could occur if network drive became unavailable.
Fix: Error in TVUpdateStatus when changing lock on possible updates.
Fix: Minor error when changing banner on TV Series.
Fix: Season view in CM now shows multiple episodes with same episodenumber, if these are present.
Fix: Not all instructions in ‘Report Invalid Data’ was visible.
Fix: Some paths could cause a crash when uploading online collection.
Fix: Not owned episodes that have been removed on the server are now removed upon update of a TV Series.
Fix: DiscConnections to TV series are now removed when folder monitoring deletes a title.
Fix: Better handling of databases in incorrect states.
Fix: Missing check in folder monitoring and updating of TV Series.
Fix: Handshake timeout could time out when synching online collection
Fix: Better error messages when downloading not owned episode.
Fix: TV Series accepts that there is no country information.
Fix: Improved synchronization speed.
Fix: Ensuring that unidentified discs could not hammer service.
Fix: Issue with reset of collection numbers.
Fix: Exception in SQL sentense that could give issues syncing online collection.
Fix: The automatic location changer may have had problems with letter casing.
Fix: Connect to server exception.
Fix: An incorrect date in an XML file could cause an installation to stop monitoring.
Fix: Due to a database change, Collection Management was able to start up even when not being connected to the service.
Fix: MediaInfo did not display correct in some audio channel configurations.
Fix: Titles with mediainfo of 1080 height did not display right if the width was not 1920.
Fix: Ratings for TV Series and TV Episodes are now automatically contributed to webservice.
Fix: Minor sync errors.
Fix: Minor bug when creating connection between Disc Title and TV Series

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Download My Movies 4.02 now Check out our review of My Movies for Windows Home Server 2011 2.0 Pre Release 7

HIS 6450 Silence 2GB x1 Graphics Card Launched

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HIS 6450 Silence 2GB x1 Graphics Card Launched

Hightech Information System (HIS) today announced the launch of the new HIS 6450 Silence 2GB x1, the ideal upgrade solution for legacy systems with only PCIe x1 slots.

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Here is the press release:

The new card is a solid entry level GPU, ideal for home media center PCs and server systems. The new cards are the only option for anyone looking for an affordable and well performing low profile video card to fit with PCIe 1x slots.

 

Old systems, New Experiences

Equipped with 2GB of memory, the cards easily handle all tasks, even casual gaming, including DirectX 11 support.

Great Flexibility

The tiny little PCIe x1 connector of the card is compatible with x1, x4, x8, x16 lane PCIe slots – full flexibility for those who need a card moving around different motherboards.

Saves Space with Low Profile  Brackets

The cards are bundled with two low profile brackets to fit both full-height and half-height PCIe Slots, ideal for slim cases.

See More, Enjoy More with x1

The HIS 6450 2GB PCIe x1 supports 30” LCD monitor and any large size TV of up to 80″ with 16:9 ratio in amazing 2560 by 1600 resolution.

 

Enjoy Full HD

With Full HD 1080p support, the card is able to deliver high quality 1920 by 1080 graphics.

Enjoy Copy Protected Movies

The card is HDCP complaint, enabling users to play copy-protected content, such as commercial DVD movies.

0db – Silent

HIS’ silent passive cooling creates a 0dB environment – the perfect low profile GPU solution for media centers and home media entertainment systems.

Learn more from the HIS website

About HIS

Founded in Hong Kong in 1987, Hightech Information System Ltd. is an internationally acclaimed graphics cards manufacturer. Commitment to Excellence is the bedrock of the company. HIS is proud to be ATI’s Authorized 1st Tier AIB Partner, Certified Partner and Launching Partner. Up to the third quarter of 2010, HIS has won over 1,100 awards with ATI graphic solutions from major media all around the world. The performance-leading and award-winning models range from entry level to the most professional level products. HIS have proven to offer far superior, cooler, quieter and faster graphic cards than any other leading rivals. For further information, please visit the web site at http://www.hisdigital.com.

Skype for iPhone and iPad Updated to version 3.6

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Skype for iPhone and iPad Updated to version 3.6

The Skype app for the iPhone and iPad has been updated for to version 3.6.

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What’s New in Version 3.6

-Fix for chat deletion
-Minor UI improvements
-Stability improvements and various bug fixes

The Digital Lifestyle Show #333 – Spandex

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The Digital Lifestyle Show #333 – Spandex

This weeks Digital Lifestyle Show has just been released – its show 333.

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Here’s what Ian says about this week show:

Unfortunately Andrew couldn’t join us this week (find out why in the show) so Garry and I talk over the weeks news including the new version of DVBLink, Windows 8 Store, Xbox 360 WTV playback, TV apps updated for the iPad and we talk about my installation of Sky and how a Sky box compares to Windows Media Center.

You can listen to or download the show from here.

And don’t believe everything you hear!

PRADA and LG Launch the PRADA Phone by LG 3.0

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PRADA and LG Launch the PRADA Phone by LG 3.0

The PRADA and LG partnership launches the PRADA phone by LG 3.0 combining the ultimate in form and function.

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This new phone runs Android Gingerbread, and as yet there is no word on the price or when to expect it hitting the streets – we will tell you more when we know!

Here is the press release:

With a heritage of producing handsets that combine the best in style and substance, PRADA and LG today unveiled the partnership’s latest must-have smartphone, the PRADA phone by LG 3.0. This highly anticipated handset is the third phone to come from the collaboration and represents a key design venture for both companies.

The PRADA phone by LG 3.0 combines PRADA’s distinctive style with LG’s innovative technology, including one of the biggest and brightest screens in the world with 4.3inch and 800-nit screen.

Styled with PRADA’s clean and sharp design philosophy, the handset features a full glossy touchscreen to the front and PRADA’s signature Saffiano pattern to the back, all finished in classic black. With every detail designed for chic simplicity, this handset also boasts LG’s signature Floating Mass Technology, optically enhancing the thinness of its already impressive 8.5mm depth, with minimal hardkeys completing the sleek simple finish.

As effective as it is striking, the PRADA phone by LG 3.0 boasts a 1.0GHz Dual-Core/Dual-Channel architecture for high-speed performance, and dual-band wi-fi for high-speed surfing on the go.

The smartphone’s sleek design is also reflected once switched on. The PRADA phone by LG 3.0 offers a specially created user interface featuring a unique black, grey and white menu and icons. Through this interface users can enjoy all the latest benefits of Android’s Gingerbread OS, with a future scheduled upgrade to Android’s Ice Cream Sandwich.

This unique user interface experience can be enjoyed on the device’s 800-nit, 4.3inch NOVA High Brightness Display, allowing users to view all their favourite photos and content even in direct sunlight. Plus with an 8MP camera and up to 8GB of user memory, all Life’s Good moments can be captured and enjoyed in high quality.

To complement the handset, users will have access to a full line of PRADA phone accessories such as a PRADA branded cradle and Bluetooth ear set. Users can also carry their PRADA phone by LG 3.0 in a range of stylish pouches.

Key Specs:

o Operating System: Android Gingerbread
o Memory: User 8GB
o Size: 4.3-inch
o Resolution: WVGA (800 x 480)
o NOVA Display: 800 nit
o Camera: 8MP
o 1.0GHz Dual-Core/ Dual Channel Processor
o Battery 1540mAh

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History of PRADA-LG Collaboration

The collaboration between PRADA and LG, which began in 2006 and resulted in two premium phones being introduced in 2007 and 2008, focuses on key elements within the smartphone, including software and user interface down to its design and packaging.

The PRADA phone by LG 1.0, a pioneer in the fashion-house mobile phone space, was an
unqualified success, selling over one million units. This premium handset combined high-end
technology with a design embodying superior style. As evidence of its place in design history, the PRADA phone by LG 1.0 is part of the permanent collection in New York City’s Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) and the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) in Shanghai.

The PRADA phones by LG were revolutionary in the technology they offered to users. The PRADA phone by LG 1.0 was the world’s first touchscreen mobile phone, and the 2.0 provided an innovative mobile experience through its unique watch with Link technology, which allowed for easy access to caller ID, SMS text messages, call history, call block and two-way alarm notification.

Gmail App for iOS Devices Updated to Version 1.1

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Gmail App for iOS Devices Updated to Version 1.1

Google have released an update to it’s Gmail for iOS app.

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With the Gmail app, you can:

● Receive notification badges for new messages
● Read your mail with threaded conversations
● Organize your mail by archiving, labeling, starring, deleting, and reporting spam
● Keep track of important messages with priority inbox
● Auto-complete contact names as you type
● Send and receive attachments
● Search through all your mail

The Gmail app is available for devices running iOS 4+.

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What’s New in Version 1.1

– Nested Label Improvements
– (iOS 5 only) A new custom sound for sound notifications
– Mobile Signature and Vacation Responder, accessible via the gear settings icon at the top of the menu view
– Numerous bug fixes and UI improvements

Get it from the App Store now.

Netflix App for iOS Updated to Version 2.0

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Netflix App for iOS Updated to Version 2.0

The Netflix app for the iPhone and the iPad has been updated to version 2.0.

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Just download this free app and you can instantly watch TV shows & movies streaming from Netflix.

* It’s part of your Netflix unlimited membership. Not a Netflix member? Start your FREE trial today.
* Watch as often as you want
* Resume watching where you left off on your TV or computer
* Browse movies right from your iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad

Note: Video out is supported on the iPad, iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, and iPod Touch 4G

What’s New in Version 2.0

1. Netflix now available in Latin America for iPhone and iPad
2. New iPad UI for all regions – US, Canada, Latin America – requires upgrade to iOS 5
3. Addressed stability issues
4. For support questions please contact us at mobilesupport@netflix.com

Download Netflix for iOS from the App Store

T Mobile Announces Nokia 710 Release

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T Mobile announced that they are releasing the Nokia 710 Windows Phone device today.  Read on for details.

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T Mobile announced that they are releasing the Nokia 710, a Windows Phone model, on January 11 2012.  Here is what they said:

T-Mobile Brings Nokia Lumia 710 to the U.S.
Nokia and T-Mobile deliver a leading entry-level Windows Phone experience to the nearly 150 million Americans still to make the transition to smartphones

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2011-12-14 12:43:31

T-Mobile USA, Inc. and Nokia today announced the upcoming availability of the Nokia Lumia 710, the first Windows Phone from Nokia in the United States. Targeted at the nearly 150 million Americans who haven’t purchased their first smartphones, the Nokia Lumia 710, capable of running on T-Mobile’s 4G network, delivers high-performance hardware, Nokia’s best social and Internet experience, and access to popular smartphone applications and services from Windows Phone Marketplace.

Running on America’s Largest 4G Network™, the Nokia Lumia 710 benefits from the unique people-first approach of Windows Phone, bringing together all interactions with family and friends in People Hub. The Nokia Lumia 710 also provides one-click access to popular services, such as Netflix, T-Mobile TV with mobile HD1 and a leading mobile Web experience with Internet Explorer® Mobile, Bing™ Search with voice activation and Local Scout for locally relevant search results. The smartphone also brings access to signature Nokia experiences, such as Nokia Drive for voice-guided, turn-by-turn navigation and ESPN for exclusive sports content.

“We’re excited to team with Nokia in bringing its first Windows Phone to the U.S. with the elegantly designed Nokia Lumia 710,” said Cole Brodman, chief marketing officer, T-Mobile USA. “Windows Phone offers a compelling mobile OS choice for people who want a smartphone built around them, their family and friends. We expect it to play a more prominent role in our lineup and marketing efforts in 2012.”

Today, people are increasingly upgrading to smartphones, and many are doing so for the first time. According to the NPD Group, U.S. smartphone sales reached 59 percent in the third quarter 2011, an increase of 13 percent since third quarter 2010. With an increasing demand for smartphones, the Nokia Lumia 710 offers a compelling experience aimed at addressing the needs of the nearly 150 million people in the U.S. who have yet to upgrade to their first smartphones.

“Our research shows nearly everybody in the U.S. wants a smartphone, but many believe they can’t afford it,” Brodman said. “That’s where T-Mobile shines. Our Unlimited Value and Monthly4G plans make it more affordable than ever to step up to mobile data on our 4G network.”

”The Nokia Lumia 710 is the perfect first-time smartphone: a well-designed product that delivers the most compelling Windows Phone experience in its price range and with access to great content and thousands of applications,” said Chris Weber, president, Nokia Americas. “This is the perfect first Nokia Lumia experience and the start of our re-entry into the U.S. smartphone market.”

Available in a black or white finish, the Nokia Lumia 710 features a 3.7-inch ClearBlack WVGA scratch-resistant display for outstanding outdoor viewing and a Qualcomm 1.4 GHz Snapdragon™ processor providing speedy access to entertainment and information on-the-go. It also features a 5-megapixel camera with Nokia’s leading camera technology, enabling people to take pictures in almost any light condition and share on social networks in seconds. With the most integrated work-life solution of any mobile platform via the Windows Phone Office Hub and an interactive mobile gaming experience via Xbox LIVE®, the Nokia Lumia 710 is the complete all-round first-time smartphone experience.

Availability

The Nokia Lumia 710 is expected to be available at T-Mobile retail stores, select dealers and retailers nationwide, and online at http://www.t-mobile.com starting Jan. 11. The Nokia Lumia 710 is expected to cost $49.99 after a $50 mail-in-rebate card, with a two-year service agreement and qualifying Classic voice and data plan. For more information, visit http://www.t-mobile.com/lumia.

For more information on T-Mobile’s Unlimited Value and Monthly4G plans, see: http://family.t-mobile.com/phone-plans.

1 Mobile HD TV can deliver a bit rate of 800kbps and 16:9 resolution; the bit rate and resolution you experience will vary based on many factors, e.g., programming, network connection and device.

So if you’re a T Mobile fan looking for a Windows Phone 7 device in January, this is up your alley!

T Mobile Announces Nokia 710

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