Author: Ashley Norris

What's coming at Apple's WWCD event next week?

Next week Apple diehards and fan people gather together for its annual WWDC bash. It comes at a very interesting time for Apple with its iPhone range in dire need of a refresh and its tablets under attack from all sides. However, unless there is a massive surprise, don't expect new iPhones and iPads next…

Is Sony next to offer stock Android with a version of the Xperia Z?

I like quite a lot of what Sony is doing in the mobile and tablet space at the moment this looks like it is going to be a good move too. Android Geeks is speculating that the Japanese maker is the latest to be swayed by the potential of stock Android and will release a…

The best Kickstarter ever? A giant interactive Lionel Richie head!

Is this the most bizarre Kickstarter project ever? Could be. After failing in their campaign last year the intrepid Hungry Castle team are back with a new attempt to create a massive inflatable Lionel Richie head for the Isle of Wight's Bestival. Yep, you read that right. So why does Bestival need an inflatable head…

Samsung Galaxy S4 Active is official and can stand 30 minutes of water!

The Samsung Galaxy S4 Active, which has been rumoured for a while has got the official nod from the maker this morning. The handset which is aimed at those who enjoy an active lifestyle - ie mountain biking, skiing and other outdoor pursuits - comes with a protective casing to help it withstand dust and…

Toshiba unveils trio of Excite tablets – coming to UK in July

Toshiba has taken the wraps of its new range of tablet PCs today and come up with a few surprises. There are three new models all of which bear the Excite moniker and boast 10.1-inch, 1280 x 800 displays. There's a budget version the Excite Pure, a top-end model the Excite Write which comes with…

Sony drops Xperia M – mid range smartphone

Sony Mobile is seemingly on a bit of a roll at the moment, so it will be very interesting to get a proper look at its new mid range smartphone, - the Xperia M - which it has just announced today. It doesn't have the high-end facilities of say the Xperia Z, but there's plenty…

The Shiny Shiny guide to Star Wars Gadgets and Gifts

So you weren't too impressed by this lot? Then chances are that you are going to like this little collection of gadget and gifts a little more. What with three more films to look forward to and the first one likely to made in the UK, things are looking up for Star Wars fans. As…

High Octane days out for Father's Day

Of course you could furnish your old man with a gadget or gift or two - see this list here. But if you want to give him a day to remember here are a few suggestions of days out which ought to confirm to both of you that there is life in the dog yet.…