Tablets
Archos 80 Titanium review
This budget Archos tablet is a dead ringer for the iPad mini, but comes in at a bargain-basement price. Do you get more than you pay for?
Mobile Phones
Could an Apple iWatch work out well?
Apple's iWatch has long been rumoured, and it could be due out this year. But would such a device be a good move for the company?
Software & Apps
How to set a Restore Point in Windows
It's easy to get a Windows PC back on the rails and in working order with a little planning and this built-in operating system tool.
Mobile Phones
BlackBerry Q10 review
The BlackBerry Q10 is a classic keyboard and screen handset with definite appeal for communications fans, but it isn’t without shortcomings.
News
Mobile Phones
Thinking Digital 2013 kicks off: BubblePix and YPlan announced as startup competition finalists
Thinking Digital, one of the UK's leading ideas and innovation conferences, has kicked off in Newcastle-Gateshead - with old ITProPortal favourite BubblePix shining in the startup competition.
Web
Pinterest teams up with brands for more informative pins
Users will know when a pin has more information to share via the new icon that appears below a picture.; for example, recipe pins will include information like cook time and ingredients.
Web
Expect to see Yahoo ads on Tumblr feeds and memes on Yahoo
Yahoo wants to "introduce a very light ad load" into the Tumblr stream, while there will also be opportunities for Tumblr bloggers to place ads on their blogs, with permission.
Software & Apps
Google Voice support on its way to Hangouts
Google is working to allow outbound Google Voice calls within its new Hangouts experience on Gmail and Chrome, but at this point, the service only supports inbound calls.
Web
Yahoo refreshes Flickr and grants all users 1TB free storage
Yahoo has launched an Android app for photo-sharing site Flickr, and also ditched the old interface for photos that fill the screen and scroll endlessly.
Reviews
TV & AV
Philips 42PFL6188S review
Luxurious build quality and dazzling hi-def pictures are main attractions of Philips’ midrange set, but Smart features and GUI don’t quite cut the mustard.
Home Office
Xerox Phaser 6600/DN review
The Phaser 6600/DN colour laser printer's strongest points are its output quality and paper handling, but it isn't all that speedy.
Laptops & PCs
Asus Vivobook S200E-C157H review
With its tiny chassis, touchscreen, and affordable price tag, the VivoBook gives users a sound alternative to Ultrabooks and tablets.
Mobile Phones
Sony Xperia SP review
Sony’s recent upward trajectory continues with its Xperia SP - a mid-range handset that’s well-designed and has a number of attractive features.
TV & AV
Philips HTL5120 review
Philips’ superb soundbar is a cut above the competition, boasting a classy design and refined performance at a wallet-friendly price.
Features
Mobile Phones
Weekend Roundup: Google I/O 2013, BlackBerry Live, and Nokia Lumia 925 launch
Recent headlines have understandably been dominated by Google I/O 2013, the search giant's annual developer fiesta, but other major tech firms have also competed for the limelight this week.
Laptops & PCs
Mini-preview: the effect of memory speed on AMD Trinity APUs
Does faster memory have any effect on the performance of the central processing unit? We take a much closer look.
Laptops & PCs
20 liquid cooling sets compared: Are liquid coolers better than air coolers?
Many manufacturers sell complete liquid cooling sets as a superior alternative for high-end CPU air coolers. They're typically more expensive, but do they also cool better? We...
Software & Apps
Could Play be Google’s new secret weapon to tackle Android fragmentation?
With Google Play game services, Google is sidestepping its OEM and partner channel, going straight to users. And that’s a clever move.
Laptops & PCs
Neo Reflection Wireless 3D Finger Mouse preview, a 3D air finger mouse that seems to work well
Since its inception in the 1960s, the mouse has come a long way, becoming a standard piece of equipment for desktop Ps.
Deals
Laptops & PCs
£399 Toshiba Satellite P845T-10G touchscreen display
Looking for an affordable entry-level business laptop, check out this Toshiba Satellite model which comes with a touchscreen.
Laptops & PCs
Acer Aspire S3 Ultrabook now down to £360
This is certainly one of the cheapest Ultrabooks on the market and we gave it a 7 out of 10 when it was available for £200 more.
Tablets
Dell cuts price of XPS 10 Windows RT tablet to £249
This may be a clear sign that Microsoft has understood that the market requires cheaper Windows RT options across the board.
Mobile Phones
Samsung Galaxy S4 Deal: 18-month contract from £36 per month
Competition in the mobile phone market is currently so tough that even high-end models are relatively affordable.
Mobile Phones
Cheapest Mobile Broadband SIM on the Go: Three 3GB for £11.49
For those looking for a cheap preloaded data SIM to be used in the UK on a decent 3G network, check out this offer from Amazon.
Blog
Web
OK, Google: Privacy concerns
A feature rolled out at last week's Google I/O could put the company's ear in your office. We chew over the potential privacy issues.
Mobile Phones
Is the Samsung Galaxy S4 Google Edition the Nexus 5?
Should we interpret as a mere coincidence the fact that the Galaxy S4 has a 5in display as would a purported Nexus 5?
Mobile Phones
Why Nokia should produce an “open phone”
What could save struggling Nokia? An open phone that could run any mobile operating system would be a hot commodity.
Software & Apps
Dear Microsoft: Windows 8 is fantastic
Microsoft’s VP of corporate communications has recently been carping about Windows 8 haters, and this is John C. Dvorak’s response.
Mobile Phones
Is 3D merely a gimmick?
3D technology has been slow to catch on thus far, but with rumours of an Amazon phone with 3D capabilities, that could change.
