In what may well be the first of many, two Christopher Nolan films have been launched with special versions for the iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch. These special 'App Editions' will give the viewer full access to two films - Inception and Dark Knight - meaning you can either stream or download the feature. There…

"Just remembered messaging Alastair Campbell, drunk, at 2am on Friday, saying I wanted to see him dancing like a mongoose. Sigh." Say hello to Caitlin Moran, everyone. This casually fabulous tweet is the stuff that makes Twitter worthwhile in the midst of all the lunch updates and whining about buses. When it launched back in…

The stress of Facebook is starting to outweigh the benefits, especially for heavy users, a new study has found. The research, conducted by psychologists from Edinburgh Napier University, found that while the majority of respondents said Facebook is great for keeping in touch, the pressure is starting to get to some. 12% of respondents said…

Here's a clever one - the iCoat bubble case for iPad and iPhone. While normal bubble wrap wouldn't last long, this is a tough, light and tear-resistant case. Made by Ozaki, the jelly cases are available in clear or translucent black, and cover all the sides of the device. It allows access to all controls…

Imagine this: Point your mobile phone at your car and it will open the door for you, greet you by name, initiate your favourite settings and even start playing your music of choice. This could well be the future, judging from the announcement from semiconductor group NXP and car group Continental. Presenting this futuristic vision…

i, the Independent's spin-out newspaper, has presented the most influential tweeters in Britain. The top ten are as follows: 1. Sarah Brown (campaigner) 2. Richard Bacon (broadcaster) 3. Eddie Izzard (comedian) 4. Stephen Fry (comedian / national treasure) 5. Umair Haque (economist) 6. Russell Brand (comedian) 7. Tinchy Stryder (musician) 8= Hilary Alexander (fashion director)…

The new Facebook for SIM app means users can get Facebook access from any phone, not just the upmarket brands. This could be a significant boon for the social networking site, enabling it to gain tractions in markets where people cannot afford smartphones. Developed by Gemalto, an Amsterdam-based digital security group, the app runs on…

This is a guest post from TechDigest While we knew playing games on mobiles was becoming increasingly more popular, a new study suggests there may be a revolution in the wings. Game playing on mobiles might replace games consoles altogether by the year 2025, according to findings from GoodMobilePhones.co.uk. Or at least this is what…

Catholic church officials were quite keen on the idea of a confession app, taking the stance that it could bring more into the fold. But the Pope has other ideas, it seems. 'It's essential to understand that the sacrament of penance requires a personal dialogue between the penitent and the confessor, and absolution by the…

Only days after new Nokia CEO Stephen Elop issued that damning comment about the company standing on 'a burning platform', the mobile group has confirmed a 'strategic partnership' with Windows. 'A new mobile ecosystem' will be the result, if the companies are to be believed. No tall order, then. The Windows Phone 7 OS will…