TANK! TANK! TANK! DOWNLOAD available for Wii U from Nintendo eShop

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TANK! TANK! TANK! DOWNLOAD available for Wii U from Nintendo eShop

NAMCO BANDAI Games Europe S.A.S. released today TANK! TANK! TANK! DOWNLOAD in Europe and Australasia for the Wii U Nintendo eShop Download Software.

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TANK! TANK! TANK! is one of the most bombastic battle-party-games ever for the whole family. An exciting campaign mode allows you to battling a variety of giant enemies and level up your tanks, as well as unlocking new tanks. Take a picture with the Wii U camera and dress up your avatar with helmets, masks, and more!

This downloadable version based on the Wii U game released on November 30th, 2012 will give access to a free Basic Pack (with 3 different modes: Monster Battle mode; Free-For-All mode and Team Versus mode, all in Urban Area stage) available three times a day. In addition to the basic pack, other contents can be purchased separately. The three times a day limit on the free Basic Pack will be unlocked and will become playable after any one of the other contents are purchased. Purchasing all additional content will allow the user to have a version as complete as the retail version in terms of content. As a special launch promotion, My Kong Mode, where players can take control of a huge boss and fight against other players, will have an 80% discount until February 28th 2013.

TANK! TANK! TANK!  DOWNLOAD is available for download via the Wii U Nintendo eShop Download Software.

STAR TREK The Video Game coming soon, new screenshots released

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STAR TREK The Video Game coming soon, new screenshots released

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For more than four decades, the U.S.S. Enterprise has been a majestic icon of adventure and excitement.  On board, her crew explores strange new worlds, seeks out new civilizations …

But what fans have known of the iconic starship has largely been limited to what is seen in movies and on television. That will change on April 26 when STAR TREK The Video Game gives players a deeper and much more interactive look inside the U.S.S. Enterprise.

“One of the great joys of video games is the opportunity to take audiences to places that are only hinted at in traditional film and TV projects,” said Brian Miller, senior vice president of Paramount Pictures and executive producer of STAR TREK The Video Game. “Giving gamers the opportunity to explore the U.S.S. Enterprise is one of the more exciting aspects of our video game and one that we can’t wait to share with Star Trek fans and gamers worldwide.”

Playing as Kirk and Spock, gamers must face-off against the villainous Gorn – the formidable enemy first introduced in the classic 1967 Star Trek television episode “Arena.” Their battles will take them into familiar locations, like the bridge, transporter room and the engine room – but also deep into many areas of the ship that have never been seen on film before, including the Enterprise’s turbolift shafts, observation lounge, engineering decks and officer’s quarters.

The producers and development team of STAR TREK The Video Game worked closely with the entire creative team responsible for the re-imagined 2009 blockbuster Star Trek film to ensure what players see will look and feel remarkably authentic.

“The Enterprise is not just a ship – she is one of the most important characters in all of Star Trek. Our goal from day one was to make sure that the Enterprise looks, feels and even sounds as true to life as anything players have ever seen,” Miller said.  “Hopefully, players will come away feeling as if they’re ready to be part of the crew themselves!”

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STAR TREK The Video Game will be available April 26, 2013, for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and PC.

Skyrim Dragonborn DLC now available on PlayStation with 50% discount this week

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Skyrim Dragonborn DLC now available on PlayStation with 50% discount this week

PlayStation 3 Skyrim fans rejoice – the  Dragonborn DLC is now available in the PlayStation Store, and with a 50% discount for this week only too!

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  • Explore Beyond Skyrim – Leave the province of Skyrim and travel to the coastal island of Solstheim. Encounter the Dark Elven settlers of Raven Rock and the native Skaal, as you unravel the mystery of a Dragonborn’s return.
  • Become the Ultimate Dragonborn – Harness the power of the Voice as you face off against the first Dragonborn. Wield new shouts and spells including Dragon Aspect – allowing you to summon the inner power of a dragon to deliver colossal blows and strengthen other shouts.
  • New Powers – Discover dark powers as you journey into a new Daedric realm. Collect books of forbidden knowledge and choose new paths for your skills and abilities.
  • New dungeons, creatures, weapons, and more – Suit up in Bonemold and Chitin armors and wield Stalhrim weapons as you navigate through a myriad of dungeons. Battle formidable foes like Ash Spawn, Rieklings, and more.

Hearthfire will be in the next Skyrim DLC released for the PlayStation 3 next week.

Will you be getting it? If so leave is a comment below.

Call of Duty : Black Ops 2 Revolution DLC coming for PlayStation 3 and PC 28th February

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Call of Duty : Black Ops 2 Revolution DLC coming for PlayStation 3 and PC 28th February

The first piece of Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 DLC is called Revolution is already out on the Xbox 360, and will be coming to PlayStation 3 and PC on the 28th February.

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Revolution delivers an unparalleled amount of variety and content for all types of Call of Duty: Black Ops II players, featuring four all-new multiplayer maps set around the globe.  “Downhill” is a snowy alpine chateau perfect for hectic close-quarters combat.  “Mirage” is a sand-devastated luxury villa suited for all play styles, while “Hydro” is a massive hydroelectric dam in Pakistan lined with long-range vantage points perfect for sniping.  And “Grind” is a skate park in Venice Beach, where players must adapt to the map’s unique ramps, bowls and curvatures as they try and take cover from enemy fire.

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Zombies fans get a terrifying double-dose of undead action in Revolution.  First, the new map, “Die Rise,” drops players inside a maze of crumbling skyscrapers amidst a ravaged Chinese city, where all-new Wonder Weaponry will play a crucial role as they make a valiant stand against the impending zombie hoard.  Additionally, Revolution’s innovative new Zombies mode, “Turned,” flips this new fan-favourite mode around, allowing players to become the undead and play as a zombie, offering an entirely new style of bragging rights.

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Rounding out the wide breadth of new content in Revolution is the “Peacekeeper,” a one-time offering of a new multiplayer weapon planned for Call of Duty: Black Ops II DLC.

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Are you going to get it? Let us know by leaving a comment below.

Aliens Colonial Marines Update Information for PC, Xbox 360 and PS3

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Here is the update for Aliens: Colonial Marines for PC, Xbox 360 and Playsation 3.

Steam will automatically download and apply the latest Aliens: Colonial Marines updates. To ensure you have the latest update, simply restart Steam. All updates are cumulative; you only need to install the most recent version to receive all updates.

PC Information

2/11/2013 Update
General

  • General user interface improvements.
  • Various performance improvements.
  • Fixed issue where a door may not function properly if a Xeno was killed while opening it.
  • Addressed issue where players could become stuck in a close encounter after killing a Lurker that had pounced them.
  • Fixed collision issue where bullets would not pass through certain open doorways.
  • Fixed an issue related to clients incorrectly interrupting Xeno melee encounters.
  • Addressed an issue where doors would sometimes not open properly.
  • Addressed an exploit where players could melee while throwing a grenade or placing a claymore.
  • Fixed some collision detection issues that could result from a close encounter.
  • Prevented campaign pop-ups from appearing outside of campaign.

Campaign

  • Fixed an issue that could prevent NPCs from getting on the elevator in the Sulaco.
  • NPCs no longer attempt to open doors while being welded.
  • Fixed issue where Raven could sometimes pass through welded door.
  • Implementing a message to warn players that campaign progress will be overwritten if they try to start an offline campaign game from within the co-op campaign UI.
  • Adjusted the distance between players before they’re warped to the location of furthest player in co-op.
  • Fixed issue where torch would sometimes appear incorrectly to co-op clients.
  • Fixed issue where difficulty could sometimes become stuck incorrectly after switching modes.
  • Fixed issue where co-op player would not recover properly after being saved from a close encounter.
  • Fixed issue where Russian players could not drop into a co-op match in some missions.
  • Updated late-game close encounter moment to disable player input, which could cause them to become stuck.

Multiplayer

  • Resolved issue where campaign Motion Tracker could incorrectly in multiplayer loadouts.
  • Fixed issue where clients would sometimes be invisible after spawning in No Hope in Hadleys.
  • Multiplayer teams are now randomized (parties excluded) if percentage difference in scores is greater than 15%
  • ‘Switch Teams’ option removed from the Pause menu.
  • Corrected issue where server and client could get out-of-sync when switching out of a power-up while firing.
  • Fixed issue where controller would vibrate during the scores screen if Rage ability was active upon match end.
  • Fixed issue where Cloak ability would not conceal the Lurker when walking or jogging.
  • Corrected bug where clients appeared to spawn outside of world before match start.
  • Removed placeholder text from appearing on scoreboard in certain situations.
  • Improved camera transition when Xeno enters a vent.
  • Fixed issue where Xenomorph HUD could sometimes appear in the wrong color.
  • Fixed issue with Spitter acid sometimes preventing players from deploying a Sentry Turret for a short while.
  • Spitter’s “Acid Spray” now originates from the mouth.
  • Escape: Fixed issue where Xenos could spawn in unplayable space.
  • Escape: Fixed issue where Xeno players could lose functionality if warped to next area while in a vent.
  • Escape: Addressed issues where players would spawn with no weapon if they were the last Marine to die in Escape.
  • Escape: Fixed issue where Cat-Like Reflexes ability would not properly complete in an Escape match.
  • Escape: Improved timing and placement of warp locations in Emergency Evac map.

 

  • Xbox 360 Information

You can download the latest update by launching Aliens: Colonial Marines while connected to Xbox LIVE. You will be prompted to install the update if you do not already have the latest version. All updates are cumulative; you only need to install the most recent version to receive all updates.

2/12/2013 Update
General

  • General user interface improvements.
  • Various performance improvements.
  • Fixed issue where a door may not function properly if a Xeno was killed while opening it.
  • Addressed issue where players could become stuck in a close encounter after killing a Lurker that had pounced them.
  • Fixed collision issue where bullets would not pass through certain open doorways.
  • Fixed an issue related to clients incorrectly interrupting Xeno melee encounters.
  • Addressed an issue where doors would sometimes not open properly.
  • Addressed an exploit where players could melee while throwing a grenade or placing a claymore.
  • Fixed some collision detection issues that could result from a close encounter.
  • Prevented campaign pop-ups from appearing outside of campaign.

Campaign

  • Fixed an issue that could prevent NPCs from getting on the elevator in the Sulaco.
  • NPCs no longer attempt to open doors while being welded.
  • Fixed issue where Raven could sometimes pass through welded door.
  • Implementing a message to warn players that campaign progress will be overwritten if they try to start an offline campaign game from within the co-op campaign UI.
  • Adjusted the distance between players before they’re warped to the location of furthest player in co-op.
  • Fixed issue where torch would sometimes appear incorrectly to co-op clients.
  • Fixed issue where difficulty could sometimes become stuck incorrectly after switching modes.
  • Fixed issue where co-op player would not recover properly after being saved from a close encounter.
  • Fixed issue where Russian players could not drop into a co-op match in some missions.
  • Updated late-game close encounter moment to disable player input, which could cause them to become stuck.
  • Splitscreen: Weapon Radial menu no longer appears for other players when the pause menu is opened.
  • Splitscreen: Fixed issue where if the Game Menu is opened while accessing the Weapon Radial, it stays up on does not function properly.

Multiplayer

  • Resolved issue where campaign Motion Tracker could incorrectly in multiplayer loadouts.
  • Fixed issue where clients would sometimes be invisible after spawning in No Hope in Hadleys.
  • Multiplayer teams are now randomized (parties excluded) if percentage difference in scores is greater than 15%
  • ‘Switch Teams’ option removed from the Pause menu.
  • Corrected issue where server and client could get out-of-sync when switching out of a power-up while firing.
  • Fixed issue where controller would vibrate during the scores screen if Rage ability was active upon match end.
  • Fixed issue where Cloak ability would not conceal the Lurker when walking or jogging.
  • Corrected bug where clients appeared to spawn outside of world before match start.
  • Removed placeholder text from appearing on scoreboard in certain situations.
  • Improved camera transition when Xeno enters a vent.
  • Fixed issue where Xenomorph HUD could sometimes appear in the wrong color.
  • Fixed issue with Spitter acid sometimes preventing players from deploying a Sentry Turret for a short while.
  • Spitter’s “Acid Spray” now originates from the mouth.
  • Escape: Fixed issue where Xenos could spawn in unplayable space.
  • Escape: Fixed issue where Xeno players could lose functionality if warped to next area while in a vent.
  • Escape: Addressed issues where players would spawn with no weapon if they were the last Marine to die in Escape.
  • Escape: Fixed issue where Cat-Like Reflexes ability would not properly complete in an Escape match.
  • Escape: Improved timing and placement of warp locations in Emergency Evac map.

Playstation 3 Information

You can download the latest update by launching Aliens: Colonial Marines while connected to PlayStation Network. You will be prompted to install the update if you do not already have the latest version. All updates are cumulative; you only need to install the most recent version to receive all updates.

2/12/2013 Update
General

  • General user interface improvements.
  • Various performance improvements.
  • Fixed issue where a door may not function properly if a Xeno was killed while opening it.
  • Addressed issue where players could become stuck in a close encounter after killing a Lurker that had pounced them.
  • Fixed collision issue where bullets would not pass through certain open doorways.
  • Fixed an issue related to clients incorrectly interrupting Xeno melee encounters.
  • Addressed an issue where doors would sometimes not open properly.
  • Addressed an exploit where players could melee while throwing a grenade or placing a claymore.
  • Fixed some collision detection issues that could result from a close encounter.
  • Prevented campaign pop-ups from appearing outside of campaign.

Campaign

  • Fixed an issue that could prevent NPCs from getting on the elevator in the Sulaco.
  • NPCs no longer attempt to open doors while being welded.
  • Fixed issue where Raven could sometimes pass through welded door.
  • Implementing a message to warn players that campaign progress will be overwritten if they try to start an offline campaign game from within the co-op campaign UI.
  • Adjusted the distance between players before they’re warped to the location of furthest player in co-op.
  • Fixed issue where torch would sometimes appear incorrectly to co-op clients.
  • Fixed issue where difficulty could sometimes become stuck incorrectly after switching modes.
  • Fixed issue where co-op player would not recover properly after being saved from a close encounter.
  • Fixed issue where Russian players could not drop into a co-op match in some missions.
  • Updated late-game close encounter moment to disable player input, which could cause them to become stuck.
  • Splitscreen: Weapon Radial menu no longer appears for other players when the pause menu is opened.
  • Splitscreen: Fixed issue where if the Game Menu is opened while accessing the Weapon Radial, it stays up on does not function properly.

Multiplayer

  • Resolved issue where campaign Motion Tracker could incorrectly in multiplayer loadouts.
  • Fixed issue where clients would sometimes be invisible after spawning in No Hope in Hadleys.
  • Multiplayer teams are now randomized (parties excluded) if percentage difference in scores is greater than 15%
  • ‘Switch Teams’ option removed from the Pause menu.
  • Corrected issue where server and client could get out-of-sync when switching out of a power-up while firing.
  • Fixed issue where controller would vibrate during the scores screen if Rage ability was active upon match end.
  • Fixed issue where Cloak ability would not conceal the Lurker when walking or jogging.
  • Corrected bug where clients appeared to spawn outside of world before match start.
  • Removed placeholder text from appearing on scoreboard in certain situations.
  • Improved camera transition when Xeno enters a vent.
  • Fixed issue where Xenomorph HUD could sometimes appear in the wrong color.
  • Fixed issue with Spitter acid sometimes preventing players from deploying a Sentry Turret for a short while.
  • Spitter’s “Acid Spray” now originates from the mouth.
  • Escape: Fixed issue where Xenos could spawn in unplayable space.
  • Escape: Fixed issue where Xeno players could lose functionality if warped to next area while in a vent.
  • Escape: Addressed issues where players would spawn with no weapon if they were the last Marine to die in Escape.
  • Escape: Fixed issue where Cat-Like Reflexes ability would not properly complete in an Escape match.
  • Escape: Improved timing and placement of warp locations in Emergency Evac map.

New ‘Batman: Arkham’ Sequel Coming 2013, Rocksteady ‘Not Developing It’

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Its has been confirmed that a new Batman: Arkham game will be out this year. A transcription of Time Warner’s quarterly financials revealed that it had a “strong games release” in the coming year. From a transcription of the Time Warner Management Q4 results this information came out”, and we also have a strong games release this year, which will include the next release in the Batman Arkham franchise,” read the transcription by Yahoo! Finance.

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It added: “So all in all, we expect Warners to post another very strong year in 2013. And with a little luck, the year should be as good or maybe even a little bit better than  2012.”

In an additional report by VG247 has also suggested that it will not be developed by series helmer Rocksteady Studios.

The Batman: Arkham sequel could be called Batman Arkham Universe, Batman Arkham Arises or Batman Arkham Origins, according to recent domain name registrations.

It is said to depict Batman’s first meeting with the Joker and introduce Justice League heroes such as Superman and Wonder Woman.

LG Confirms Three Optimus Handsets for MWC

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LG has confirmed plans to unveil  three Optimus smartphones at the Mobile World Congress later this  month. The Optimus L7 II Optimus L5 II and the entry-level Optimus L3 II will all be on display at the Barcelona trade show.
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The L7 II spearheads the range, with a 1GHz dual-core processor  (Qualcomm MSM8225), 768MB of RAM,  4GB of internal memory, a 4.3-inch IPS display, an 8-megapixel rear camera, a VGA front snapper and Google’s Jelly Bean operating system on board.
Using a 2,460mAh battery, measuring 121.5 x 66.6 x 9.7 mm / 122.2 x 66.6 x 9.7 mm (Dual-SIM).
Next up is the L5 II, packing a 4-inch screen and 1700mAh battery, followed by the budget L3 II with a 3.2-inch display and 1540mAh battery. Full specs for these  devices will be revealed at MWC.
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The new devices will replace the LG Optimus L7, Optimus L5 and Optimus L3 handsets, which were revealed at the Spanish trade show last year.MWC 2013 takes place in Barcelona from February 25 to February 28.

 

Fitbit first to sync to Android through Bluetooth 4.0

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Fitbit first to sync to Android through Bluetooth 4.0

Fitbit One and Fitbit Zip, the latest wireless activity and sleep trackers from Fitbit in the UK, now sync directly to select Android devices using the latest Bluetooth 4.0 technology thanks to a new app available today.

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This makes them the only activity trackers on the market globally and in the UK that offer Android owners the ability to track activity on the go, with live stat syncing and real-time progress updates direct to their phone or tablet.

The new app, available from the Google Play Store, allows Zip and One owners to use their smartphone or tablet as their dashboard, giving real-time progress updates and providing access to Fitbit’s rich graphs and tools on the go to keep them motivated throughout the day.

Using the Fitbit mobile app, users can set goals, see stats updated, and track progress when they are on the go. And because the Fitbits sync wirelessly throughout the day, users also receive notifications on their phone when they are close to their goals to keep them motivated and, when they meet their goals, to celebrate achievements.

The updated Android app will be compatible with the Samsung Galaxy SIII and Samsung Note II with more devices available shortly. This compliments Fitbit’s existing Bluetooth 4.0 capabilities on iOS Bluetooth Smart Ready devices, including the iPhone 4S, 5 and iPad 3.

The Final Hours of Tomb Raider Episode Five: The End of the Beginning Part One

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The Final Hours of Tomb Raider Episode Five: The End of the Beginning Part One

Crystal Dynamics today launched the fifth in their series of behind the scenes documentaries entitled, The Final Hours of Tomb Raider: The End of the Beginning.

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In the penultimate episode of The Final Hours we head back to Redwood City, to the studio of Crystal Dynamics, where host Zachary Levi explores what happens during the last days of Tomb Raider’s development.

Featuring discussions with key members of the team at Crystal Dynamics, who elaborate on the culmination of hard work required to optimise and polish the game in time for release.

See Crystal on their home stretch: the long days, and nights, are coming to an end and the finish line is in sight; stay tuned to see second part of this Final Hours episode coming very soon.

Here is episode five part one:

I am a huge fan of the new Tomb Raider game, and you can check out both our preview of the first three hours of the game and also some gameplay footage.

Not long now until March!

Sonos introduces the PLAYBAR soundbar

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Sonos introduces the PLAYBAR soundbar

Sonos today introduced SONOS PLAYBAR, the soundbar for music lovers.

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PLAYBAR brings immersive HiFi sound to the TV and, being a full Wireless HiFi System, streams all the music on earth through one easy-to-use player. HiFi meets HiDef globally, beginning 5th March.

The sophisticated all-in-one design of PLAYBAR combines exposed aluminium with high-performance speaker fabric for a look that’s timeless, understated and because it does not require a subwoofer or speaker wire, easily fits into any room and setup. Its built-in sensors help PLAYBAR automatically adjust EQ and channel orientation so it can lie flat on the TV stand or rotate for low profile wall-mounting above or below the TV.

Under the hood, PLAYBAR gets its punch from nine individually amplified speakers: six mid-woofers to deliver deep, rich low-frequency sounds, and three tweeters for crystal-clear high-frequency detail. PLAYBAR’s advanced speaker array technology combines hardware and software to create a surprisingly wide soundstage beyond the physical soundbar, while maintaining crisp, centered vocals. Whether you are watching a movie, playing a game or streaming a song from Spotify, Napster, Rdio or Last.fm, PLAYBAR will always sound much clearer, not just louder.

Designed for easy setup and use, PLAYBAR connects to the TV with a single optical cable, playing everything that is connected to it, including cable boxes, Blu-ray players and game consoles. It understands common audio formats output by TVs including Dolby Digital. Customers can control the volume or mute with a regular TV remote or with one of the free Sonos Controller apps for iPhone, iPad, Android, Mac or PC. PLAYBAR works seamlessly within the Sonos wireless audio family: Pair PLAYBAR with the award-winning SONOS SUB for deep waves of spine-tingling, jaw-dropping sound and add a pair of PLAY:3s to act as wireless surround speakers for an immersive 5.1 home theatre surround sound experience.

PLAYBAR will retail for £599 and will be available for purchase at Sonos.com, and other UK retail partners. For more information on SONOS PLAYBAR, including technical specifications and more, visit Sonos.com/playbar.

Disney release new images of Monsters University Play Set and Toy Box mode for Disney Infinity

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Disney release new images of Monsters University Play Set and Toy Box mode for Disney Infinity

Disney Interactive has released new images of the “Monsters University” Play Set and Toy Box mode for Disney Infinity, its most ambitious gaming initiative ever.

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These new assets provide the first in-depth look at the characters, world and gameplay of “Monsters University” within Disney Infinity – including new screenshots, character artwork and high-res images of the Mike and Sulley interactive character figures.

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For the first time, Disney and Pixar Animation Studios’ most popular characters come together in a magical storytelling experience.  Disney Infinity is an all-new gaming platform that combines Disney’s most popular franchises with one of today’s hottest trends in toys – interactive figures that come to life in video games.  Players can place real-world toy versions of their favourite Disney characters onto a device called the Disney Infinity Base and transport them into the virtual game worlds of “Monsters University,” “The Incredibles” and “Pirates of the Caribbean,” as well as into a giant Toy Box where they can create their own Disney experiences.

This all-new game universe will launch this summer across all consoles and will have a phased roll out across mobile and online devices throughout 2013.

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The Disney Infinity Platform includes:

· Disney Infinity Interactive Pieces – Initially a line of 40 collectible interactive pieces will be introduced that allow players to expand and customize their play experiences.

· Disney Infinity Interactive Character Figures – Seventeen character figures will allow players to experience a variety of their favourite characters in true to property experiences and in “Toy Box” mode.

· Disney Infinity Base – When figures are placed on the Infinity base, they unlock the world and play experiences of Disney Infinity.

· Disney Infinity Power Discs – Interactive discs can be placed on the Infinity base to power up characters and “Toy Box” with unique powers, customizations and gadgets.

Development for Disney Infinity is being led by Disney Interactive and Avalanche Software. For additional information, please visit www.disney.com/Infinity

WD announces My Book AV-TV drive for TV recording and playback

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WD announces My Book AV-TV drive for TV recording and playback

WD today introduced My Book AV-TV, allowing customers to instantly enable their TV recording features to store and playback hundreds of hours of entertainment by simply connecting the My Book AV-TV drive directly to a compatible TV.

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Additionally, customers watching live TV with the My Book AV-TV connected can press pause and rewind, or fast-forward afterward, to control and enjoy live TV at their convenience.

My Book AV-TV, available in 1 terabyte (TB) and 2 TB capacities, easily connects directly to televisions with built-in recording capability to provide plentiful storage capacity for standard or high-definition entertainment programming. Built with WD GreenPower Technology, the drive inside is engineered for the audio/video market in order to optimise the customer experience with smooth video playback of recorded content. Additionally, the WD GreenPower Technology is engineered to use less power and stay cool even in a hot entertainment centre full of electronics.

The drive’s super-fast USB 3.0 connection enables multiple HD streaming for simultaneous recording and playback for customers that connect their My Book AV-TV to a dual-tuner television. The simultaneous recording feature allows customers to record their favourite programme while watching a different channel at the same time.

Additionally, the sleek and compact design of My Book AV-TV ensures that the drive fits neatly in most entertainment centre consoles. It can stand upright or lay horizontally, making it easy to neatly position the drive near the television while maximising airflow and minimising heat around the drive.

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I got an opportunity to see the My Book AV-TV in action at the Panasonic 2013 Conference in Nice yesterday and I have to say it works very well – but more on that soon.

Compatibility

For the latest list of compatible TVs and AV devices, visit www.wd.com/mybookavtv.

Availability

My Book AV-TV will be available at major consumer electronics online at www.wdstore.co.uk

Microsoft announces that 76 million Xbox 360 consoles have been sold

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Microsoft announces that 76 million Xbox 360 consoles have been sold

Microsoft have just released figures that show a whopping 76 million Xbox 360 consoles have been sold worldwide.

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Here are the highlights:

· 76 million Xbox 360 consoles have been sold around the world to-date

· Xbox 360 has been the #1 selling console in the US for 24 consecutive months, selling three times the number of original Xbox consoles

· 24 million Kinect sensors have been sold around the world to-date

· The Xbox LIVE community has grown to 46 million subscribers, a 15% YOY growth

· In 2012, the amount of TV and entertainment offerings on Xbox almost tripled, nearly surpassing 100 custom, voice-controlled Xbox LIVE apps 

· 2012 was the biggest year for entertainment and games usage on Xbox:

o Xbox delivered 18 billion hours of entertainment in 2012, over 10% YOY growth

o The average user now spends 87 hours a month on Xbox, a 10% YOY growth (Base:  Gold subscribers in the U.S., includes all Xbox activity)

o Entertainment app usage grew 57% year over year globally (hours calendar year 2012 vs. 2011)

o Online multiplayer gaming also grew during 2012

Sonos system updates coming today, including iPhone 5 display support

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Today Sonos will release a number of updates to its system.

This update will deliver the following three enhancements:

Sonos Favourites:

– Add any track, album, playlist or radio station from any music source to your Sonos Favourites

– Quickly find and play the music you love simply by selecting your Sonos Favourites from the music menu in any Sonos Controller

Sonos Controller for Android:

– A new widget allows you to Play/Pause or skip tracks from your home screen. The new widget also displays album art and metadata so you can quickly see what’s playing without having to launch your Sonos app.

– Improved Search feature enables you to find new music from any screen within the Sonos Controller.

iPhone 5 display support:

– We optimized the Sonos Controller for iPhone so you can enjoy the app on the larger iPhone5 screen.

Let us know what you think of the updates by leaving a comment below.

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