Coke Zero Offering up 5x PS Vita before UK Release

I am so excited about the launch of the PS Vita, even more amazed that five lucky people have the chance to win one before they are readily available. Read this…

We know that the only thing that beats being the first to get your hands on a new games console is bragging to your friends about it. Coke Zero is going to make the improbable possible and not only give five lucky winners a brand new PlayStation VITA, but give them the best bragging video ever – a personalised congratulatory film featuring international supermodel Bar Refeali.

As well as getting your hands on the most anticipated console launch of 2012, the five winners will receive a personal tribute from international supermodel Bar Refaeli as an extra special reward. 

So how can you enter this once-in-a-lifetime competition? Watch this video, the click this link.

Samsung Galaxy Note - Check this out

Samsung Galaxy Note - Truly Smart [video].

I love the design of the Samsung devices and really hope I can bring you a review of this as soon as it becomes available.



What makes the Samsung Galaxy Note truly smart? Perhaps it's the enormous 5.3" screen and 8mp camera. Or maybe its Super HD Amoled crispness, ensuring you never miss a detail, not even a cats whisker. 

Or maybe it's the minimum scrolling and screen transition, which ensures minimum efficiency when switching between applications. It could also be the 1.4 Ghz Dual Core Processor powering the whole thing. Either way, put all these ingredients together and you have a smartphone like no other - The Samsung Galaxy Note. Truly smart.

Game Consoles using HDMI cables

Popular video game consoles like the Xbox and Playstation have become instant hits as they provide a much improved video gaming experience than in the past. Graphic technology has improved greatly and gamers are able to play games with realistic graphics that make them feel as though they are part of the game. When purchasing these game systems they must be connected to the television in order for them to work. There are two main options of cables that can accomplish this task. Composite cables or hdmi cables can be used but there are many more advantages to choosing the HDMI cable.

 

The Playstation 3 is one system that can use HDMI connections. This gaming system was created with a built in Blu-Ray player that is able to play 1080p video. This type of video signal can only be handled by HDMI cables. If you use composite cables with this, you will not get the results you seek. Also, the Playstation 3’s images are all created in a digital format. When you use an HDMI cable, there is no need for the signal to be converted prior to transmission. Therefore the signal is not compromised and audio and video quality remains constant. Generally, when purchasing HDMI cables for this particular gaming system, you will want to opt for the high speed cable. The main reason being that high speed cable is more compatible with the PS3 and maintains the high pixel count of the games.

 

HDMI cables can also be used by the Xbox 360. Using an HDMI cable rather than a composite cable is going to give you a much better image. Unlike the PLaystation 3, the Xbox 360 is not able to support that same amount of pixels. Actually only a display of 720p can be seen with the Xbox 360. Therefore when purchasing an HDMI cable for the Xbox 360, a standard HDMI cable will fulfill your purposes. There is no need to buy a high speed HDMI cable. Also remember that both the PS3 and Xbox 360 frequently provide firmware updates. Keeping these current can also help make sure you are getting the most you can from your HDMI cables.

Enjoying Gambling Games on Your Tablet

One of the reasons that tablets of all types are growing in popularity by leaps and bounds is the games available, with a ton of different genres and options available. From strategy games to first person shooters to casino games such as slots, there’s a little something for everyone when it comes to tablet games. If you have a little gamble in you (or take frequent trips to Vegas or Atlantic City) you’re especially in luck, as poker and casino games are some of the most popular for both tablets and smartphones.
Poker apps were some of the first available for both the iPhone and the iPad, as millions of existing poker fans around the world made it an easy choice for Apple to develop its own Apple Texas Hold’em app. You’ll have various options when it comes to tablet PC software to play poker, including ones that pit you against computer opponents as well as others such as Zynga Poker that let you take a seat at the poker tables with other players from around the world. Most apps only let you compete for play chips but a few apps are available in certain countries that let tablet owners play for real money at poker and casino sites.
More and more online casino and poker operators are developing apps for tablets and smartphones, as mobile gaming has become of the fastest growing segments of many online gambling firms. That’s good news for tablet owners who like to place a wager here and there, as more and more options should become available in coming months, especially if Apple and Google continue to allow more gambling apps in their respective app stores.

Starfront: Collision HD Out Now

Gameloft today announced Starfront: Collision HD is out now on iPad. Heralded as one of the best real-time strategy games for iPhone, Starfront: Collision makes its way to iPad with a brand new interface and key optimisations to give you a compelling real-time strategy experience at your fingertips.
 
With Starfront: Collision HD, choose from 3 unique races - The Myriads, Consortium and Wardens - and deploy your strategy for victory in battle. Each faction can construct 8 different buildings and over 10 destructive units to build up their base and mount an unstoppable assault on adversaries. Once the solo campaign has been mastered, players are invited to put their skills to the test in exciting 4-player local & online multiplayer battles spread across multiple maps.
 
Trailers for the iPad version
Consortium vs. Myriads:  Wardens vs. Consortium:  Myriads vs. Wardens: 

 
This app can be be found, now, on the App Store

New Nintendo 3DS System Update Set to Arrive June 7

Nintendo of Europe has announced that the latest system update for the hand-held Nintendo 3DS™ system will be available in Europe starting June 7. By downloading the free update via a broadband Internet connection, Nintendo 3DS users can enjoy a number of new features and enhancements including an Internet browser and access to the Nintendo eShop, where users can browse and purchase downloadable content.

 

For more information about Nintendo 3DS, visit Nintendo

Nintendo UK Launch Midnight Openings

Nintendo UK has today announced that over 1,200 stores in the UK are expected to open at midnight on 25th Match to launch Nintendo’s new glasses free 3D entertainment device, Nintendo 3DS. In addition to partnering with entertainment retailer HMV to officially launch its new portable 3D entertainment system, 13 additional stores across the UK** will also host ‘VIP’ events at midnight for fans unable to make it to the official launch in London.
At the additional 13 ‘VIP’ events the first fans to purchase a Nintendo 3DS console at these locations will also be rewarded with the chance to pick up Nintendo 3DS software at substantial discounts or even for free*** and the first person lucky enough to be at the front of the queue will get a free taxi ride home.
HMV’s London flagship store at 150 Oxford Street will host the official UK retail launch event, including the first official customer purchase, when the console makes its UK debut at 00:01am on 25th March 2011. The Oxford Street flagship will be one of 100 HMV stores around the country that will open specially at midnight, including also HMV’s LiverpoolOne superstore as the focus of a major regional launch outside of the capital.
See below for list of HMV stores opening midnight (from 24 March 23.00 hrs for 25 March 00.01 hrs sale).

 

Nintendo 3DS European Launch 2011

The Nintendo 3DS European Launch took place today, 19th January 2011. In this video I show you the product and give full details of features, what you get in the box, availability date and pricing.


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