Samsung F8000 Smart LED TV review

For this review we tested the 55in model of the Samsung F8000 Smart LED TV (UE55F8000), but it's also available in 40in (UE40F8000) and 46in (UE46F8000) sizes here in the UK. 60in (UE60F8000) and 75in (UE75F8000) models are available in other regions, but aren't yet confirmed as coming to the UK. As each model has identical specifications, excluding dimensions and power usage, we're confident that image quality will be practically identical across the range.If January’s CES show taught us anything, it’s that 2013 will be the year of the smart TV. The Samsung...

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Panasonic Viera TX-P50VT50 review

For this review we tested the 50in model in the VT50 range, but it's also available in in 55in (TX-P55VT50) and 65in (TX-P65VT50) screen sizes. All models have identical specifications except for their dimensions and power usage. We're confident that image quality will be practically identical across the range.As soon as we lifted the monolithic VT50 out of its box, it was clear that the company has gone out of its way to impress. Its minimalist black bezel with contrasting silver trim is a huge upgrade from previous models and gives the TV a stunning yet...

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Pioneer BDP-450 review

The BDP-450-K is Pioneer's top-end player for 2013, so it naturally comes with 3D support, smart TV features, a whole host of image quality settings and DLNA multimedia playback. That’s a healthy set of features, but is it better than the mainstream sub-£100 players available from other manufacturers?Initial impressions are positive, thanks to the retro styling, brushed metal front panel and single-line LCD display. The disc tray extends from the centre of the deck, and its front panel has chunky Power, Play, Stop and Eject buttons. The front panel also...

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How to install iOS 7 on your Apple iPhone 4S

Apple's much awaited latest iOS iteration, iOS 7 is available as a developer beta. If you don't mind jumping through some loops, you can get the iOS 7 for your iPhone 4S today.DIY technique includes you to be willing to participate, be ready to shell $99 (roughly Rs 5,400) a year and be ready to take some risks. Just like any other beta product, the iOS 7 beta preview has its share of risks which includes crashes, bugs, the chance of losing data or even having your device bricked.If you have checked all the boxes above, then you are set to dive in.  1....

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Whatsapp manages a record 27 billion messages in a day

Whatsapp is having a dream run in the mobile sector. It has been a dominating force in the mobile messaging space for some time now. And now it has numbers to back it up. Today, Whatsapp announced its record for total messages in a day. The new record stands at a staggering 10 billion+ sent messages and 17 billion+ received messages amounting to a total of 27 billion messages in just a day.The discrepancy in the sent and received messages arises due to the group chat feature on Whatsapp. A message sent by one person can be received by multiple people belonging...

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Nokia EOS aluminum shell leaks with PureView stamping

The rumors mills are constantly churning new information about the unannounced Nokia EOS smartphone, which is supposed to come with a 41-megapixel PureView camera and Windows Phone 8 platform.Only recently, an alleged photo of the smartphone leaked alongside the Lumia 920, thereby showing the similarities between the two Nokia smartphones.Now, an engineering prototype of the Nokia EOS has leaked, and this one appears to be crafted out of aluminum, instead of the polycarbonate body witnessed in the previously leaked photo. However, the aluminum clad...

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LG Optimus G review

Flaunting a great chassis, sultry styling, raw power and a couple of unique add-ons, LG's latest offering Optimus G may not set new benchmarks in performance, but it makes sure that it won't disappoint either.Fitted with a 4.7-inch ‘True HD’ IPS touch display with Zerograph Touch in-cell technology, which embeds the touch sensors into the glass, LG Optimus G brings on board a 1280x768 pixels resolution with a pixel density of 320 pixels-per-inch (ppi). The end result is a display that looks pretty sensational with pure whites and impressive brightness.The...

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