QNAP Updates NAS Line With XBMC Support and HDMI

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QNAP Updates NAS Line With XBMC Support and HDMI

QNAP has updated its Turbo NAS line with new models that sports an HDMI port and XBMC support.  Read on for details.

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QNAP has updated its Turbo NAS line with new models that sports an HDMI port and XBMC support.  These units sport Atom 2.13Ghz processors and can expand memory up to 3GB.  Here is the press release from QNAP:

LOS ANGELES – QNAP, Inc. launches its latest mid level NAS Series, the TS-x69 Pro and TS-x69L Series with XBMC.
XBMC Support

The TS-x69 Pro and L series are powered by an Intel® Atom™ 2.13 GHz Dual-Core processor with expandable memory up to 3GB. The XBMC Media Center feature allows users to directly connect the NAS through their TV’s HDMI port for direct media playback. Users can now watch their favorite movies, videos, listen to their favorite music, and view their photos directly on their TV. With XBMC, users can also manage their video library, create/manage their own personal music playlists and create their own photo slideshows. “We are very thrilled to bring the exciting, feature loaded XBMC Media Center to QNAP users,” said Ivan Hsu, Marketing Sales Director for QNAP. “XBMC has a very strong, loyal following and their user community is ever growing. The addition of this revolutionary application turns your NAS device into a home multimedia component,” he added.

Pricing and Availability

The TS-x69 Pro and L series come in 2, 4, 5, 6 and 8 bay models with prices ranging from $479 for the 2-bay models to $1,099 for the 8 bay models. To find our products, please visit our where to by section at: http://www.qnap.com/useng/index.php?lang=en-us&sn=899.

The XBMC Media Center feature can be downloaded for free in the QNAP QPKG Center at: http://www.qnap.com/useng/index.php?lang=en-us&sn=899.

Raspberry Pi Unveils Camera Accessory

Chris Hare
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The Raspberry Pi Foundation has unveiled a new forthcoming camera accessory for its cheap credit card sized computer.

This week, the foundation started sales of a cheaper Raspberry Pi Model A, packing 256MB of RAM, only one USB port and no Ethernet connection, but costing just £15.95.

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In a blog post, Raspberry Pi’s Liz Upton also gave a sneak peek of a camera accessory that will be released in this year.

Upton said that there is still more work to do on the drivers in the camera board, and the team is trying to get the picture quality from “pretty good” to “bleedin’ marvellous”, before it  is released.

But Liz added: “Everything’s looking pretty peachy for the  moment. I don’t have a release date for you yet, but we’re probably at least a month away (and possibly more) from being able to sell these at the moment.”

The site says that users won’t be able to change the camera lens, add physical filters or zoom, but the camera module will support HD video. It is expected to cost $25 (£15).

Spotify for Windows Phone 8 beta released

Andrew Edney
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Spotify for Windows Phone 8 beta released

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The Spotify beta opens up your Windows Phone to a world of music – so why not give a try today?

With Spotify Premium you can access millions of tracks from our library, and take your playlists on the go with the Offline mode – no connection needed. Spotify Premium free trial If you haven’t tried Premium before, you can try it on your mobile for 48 hours, completely free.

You don’t even need to enter credit card details. Simply download the app and log in. If 48-hours isn’t enough, you can extend your trial by 30 days by following the details in the email we send you when you log in.

Features: – Search, browse & play millions of tracks. – Explore & play your friends’ playlists, top artists and tracks. – Stream over WiFi or 2.5/3G – all your existing playlists are available. – Offline playlists – play your music without an internet connection. – On-the-fly sync – every track you add to a playlist appears on mobile and computer. – What’s New view. – Receive music from friends via the inbox. – Starred tracks – tag all your favourites into a special list.

Download the Spotify beta for Windows Phone 8 here.

Dead Space A Journey Through Terror the final part – The Future

Andrew Edney
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Dead Space A Journey Through Terror the final part – The Future

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In this final episode of the mini series, we discover what the future has in store for Isaac.

Against all odds, Isaac’s not dead yet. After the Titan Station was destroyed, Isaac and Ellie parted ways. Isaac, now on the run from EarthGov, went to New Horizons, an overpopulated and depressing colony on Earth’s Moon. Ellie, not satisfied with hiding out, chose to search for a way to stop the Markers.  Isaac couldn’t hide for long. Soon after, EarthGov Captain Robert Norton and Sergeant John Carver came knocking on his door. It seems they had been working with Ellie on finding a way to stop the Markers but Ellie had gone missing while following a lead

Watch out for our review of Dead Space 3 shortly.

Let’s Play Ni No Kuni : Wrath of the White Witch – Part Three

Andrew Edney
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Let’s Play Ni No Kuni : Wrath of the White Witch – Part Three

In the third of our Let’s Play series for Ni No Kuni : Wrath of the White Witch, we continue our adventures with Oliver and Mr Drippy.

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Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch is an epic Japanese role-playing-game developed by the critically acclaimed Japanese development studio, LEVEL-5. The game features animations and cut-scenes that are produced and supervised by the legendary Japanese animation company, Studio Ghibli. The music in the game was composed by the world-renowned music composer Joe Hisaishi.

Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch is the heart-warming tale of a young boy named Oliver, who embarks on a journey into another world to become a wizard in an attempt to save his mother. Along the way, Oliver makes new friends and tames many of the wonderful creatures that inhabit the world, raising them to battle other creatures on his behalf as he takes on formidable enemies.

Here is part three our Let’s Play series for Ni No Kuni.

Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch is available now for the PlayStation 3.

We will be talking more about Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch over the next few days.

Dead Space A Journey Through Terror Part 3 of 4 Core Gameplay Features

Andrew Edney
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Dead Space A Journey Through Terror Part 3 of 4 Core Gameplay Features

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Before you take down the terror in Dead Space 3 on February the 8th, take a look back on Isaac Clarke’s journey so far.

In four parts, the Dead Space Journey Through Terror series charts the evolution of the Dead Space series to date – its story, its gameplay and its scares, and also provides a glimpse at what the next chapter has in store for Isaac Clarke in Dead Space 3.

The third episode of the Dead Space: A Journey Through Terror mini series explores some of the core gameplay features.

Atmosphere in the Dead Space series is key. Everything, from the story to the gameplay, is shaped with creating a certain kind of atmosphere in mind. Because of this, the games of Dead Space have always maintained a minimal heads-up display; all of the information the player needs is worked directly into the game environment. The player’s health is displayed as part of Isaac’s engineering suit, video and audio tapes are played back through the suit’s built-in technology – in short, everything the player sees, Isaac sees.

Join us tomorrow for Dead Space | Journey Through Terror Part 4 of 4.

Pre order Dead Space 3 now:
http://www.deadspace.com/uk/content/new-special-offers

Apple release AirPort Utility 6.2 update

Andrew Edney
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Apple release AirPort Utility 6.2 update

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Apple has just released an update for its AirPort Utility, taking it to version 6.2.

Use AirPort Utility to set up and manage your Wi-Fi network and 802.11n AirPort base stations, including AirPort Express, AirPort Extreme, and Time Capsule. AirPort Utility 6.2 contains improvements and bug fixes, including:

  • The ability to extend the Guest Wi-Fi network on a network that is configured with multiple AirPort Base Stations
  • The ability to add a WPS-capable Wi-Fi printer
  • Improved international support

Digital Camera Raw Compatibility Update 4.04 released by Apple

Andrew Edney
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Digital Camera Raw Compatibility Update 4.04 released by Apple

Apple has just released a Digital Camera Raw Compatibility update – version 4.04.

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This update adds RAW image compatibility for a number of cameras to Aperture 3 and iPhoto ’11.

It’s a small download so go update now!

Let’s Play Ni No Kuni : Wrath of the White Witch – Part Two

Andrew Edney
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Let’s Play Ni No Kuni : Wrath of the White Witch – Part Two

In the second of our Let’s Play series for Ni No Kuni : Wrath of the White Witch, we are reunited with Oliver and Mr Drippy as they head to Ding Dong Dell.

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Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch is an epic Japanese role-playing-game developed by the critically acclaimed Japanese development studio, LEVEL-5. The game features animations and cut-scenes that are produced and supervised by the legendary Japanese animation company, Studio Ghibli. The music in the game was composed by the world-renowned music composer Joe Hisaishi.

Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch is the heart-warming tale of a young boy named Oliver, who embarks on a journey into another world to become a wizard in an attempt to save his mother. Along the way, Oliver makes new friends and tames many of the wonderful creatures that inhabit the world, raising them to battle other creatures on his behalf as he takes on formidable enemies.

Here is part two of our Let’s Play series for Ni No Kuni. Come back soon for Part Three.

Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch is available now for the PlayStation 3.

We will be talking more about Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch over the next few days.

New Xbox to Introduce Siri-style Voice Recognition?

Chris Hare
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New Xbox to Introduce Siri-style Voice Recognition?

Microsoft will introduce Siri-style voice recognition to the new Xbox, a report has claimed.

Next-generation Xbox users will have the ability to power on the console using voice commands, ask the device questions and use speech-to-text services to write messages, according to the Verge.

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The Kinect sensor, meanwhile, will reportedly detect individuals in a room and  recommend appropriate multiplayer games. Users will also be able to resume videos where they left off by using voice commands and ask the device  what games friends are playing.

Rayman Legends Coming To Xbox 360 and PS3 This Year

Chris Hare
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Rayman Legends Coming To Xbox 360 and PS3 This Year

Rayman Legends will be released on Xbox 360 and PS3, Ubisoft has announced.

Originally planned as a Wii U launch title, the platform game will be available on all  formats in early September. The Wii U version was previously listed for March.

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“We heard from many Xbox and PlayStation owners and Rayman fans who  told us they really wanted to play Rayman Legends on their current  system,” explained Ubisoft marketing manager Geoffroy Sardin.

“We  decided to give the fans what they wanted while at the same time broadening the  audience exposed to this innovative and memorable game.”

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The Xbox 360 and  PS3 ports will be developed at Ubisoft Montpellier alongside the Wii U version.

Activision and Nickelodeon announce Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles interactive games

Andrew Edney
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Activision and Nickelodeon announce Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles interactive games

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Nickelodeon and Activision today announced a worldwide, multi-year deal to develop and publish video games inspired by the new CG-animated series Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Under the new agreement, Activision has the global rights to produce interactive games based on the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

“Activision is a leader in the gaming industry and we are honored to have them as the global video game partner for our new hit series Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles,” said Sherice Torres, Senior Vice President of Entertainment Products, Nickelodeon Consumer Products. “We are confident that these upcoming games will take gamers through interactive environments and action-packed adventures that truly capture the essence, tone and exciting elements of the Turtles.

“The fans of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are unique in that they span generations and are very passionate,” said Kurt Niederloh, Vice President, Activision Publishing Minneapolis, Inc. “We respect this passion and look forward to working with Nickelodeon to create games that embody the spirit of the property.”

Nickelodeon’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles premiered in the UK and Ireland on 1st October, 2012. Funnier and with more ninjutsu than ever before, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles explores the companionship of four teenage brothers learning to rely on themselves and one another as they unravel the mystery of their existence and grow to become the heroes in a half-shell that they are destined to be. The premiere episode was executive produced by Ciro Nieli, Joshua Sternin & J.R. Ventimilia and Peter Hastings. The series airs regularly on Nickelodeon with new episodes premiering Saturdays at 9:30am.

So do you have a favourite turtle? Go on, you know you do! Let us know by leaving a comment below.

SEGA releases After Burner Climax for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch

Andrew Edney
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SEGA releases After Burner Climax for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch

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SEGA of Europe today announced that the classic arcade game After Burner has returned for a new generation of gamers in the form of After Burner Climax developed by Fishing Cactus.

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After Burner Climax is a fast and frantic arcade-style action game that puts fans in the cockpit of the world’s fastest fighter jets. Fans will utilize both tilt and touch controls to dodge missiles and bullets while trying to target multiple on-screen enemy aircraft. Built for all skill levels, anyone will be able to take to the air and soar through a branching storyline of more than 20 stages.

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Players can select from the F-14D Super Tomcat by Northrop Grumman, the F-15E Strike Eagle or F/A-18E Super Hornet by Boeing and personalize their plane with four different paint jobs. By mastering levels, players can  unlock power-ups and climb to the top of the leaderboards.

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For more information visit http://www.sega.com/games/after-burner-climax/.

It’s compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch and is available for £1.99 on the App Store at http://bit.ly/TO1wV8.

The Walking Dead: Survival Instinct proper trailer released

Andrew Edney
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The Walking Dead: Survival Instinct proper trailer released

As well as announcing some Pre-Order Bonus DLC for The Walking Dead: Survival Instinct game, Activision has also released a proper trailer.

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In the game, players assume the role of the mysterious, crossbow-wielding survivor Daryl Dixon. This first-person survival title takes place within the universe of “The Walking Dead” and before the events of the AMC show, following Daryl and his brother Merle on a gruesome journey to reach the supposed safety of Atlanta as the world around them ends.

Here is the proper trailer:

The release date is now confirmed for the UK as 29th March 2013 and it will be available on PS3, Xbox 360, Wii U, and PC (digital download).

I am a big fan of both the comic and the TV show, and I really like what TellTale Games have done with their game so I am excited to see what Activision will bring.

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