XBOX One Unveiled!

Whats Happened so far?
  • The XBOX One has been unveiled.
  • Live TV for XBOX!
  • Skype for XBOX
  • Voice Control
  • 8GB RAM
  • USB 3.0
  • Blue Ray Drive
  • 64 bit architecture
  • 1080p HD RGB camera, 30 FPS color
  • Updated XBOX Controller- Integrated battery compartment, Impulse Triggers, Wii Fi Direct Radio Stack and Precision Directional Pad
  • New EA Ignite technology that brings 'living worlds' to games!
  • Halo TV Series
  • New Call of Duty Ghosts!
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Google I/O 2013! What's new?

Today, at Google's annual I/O developer conference. The Google Team unveiled numerous updates to its current products and a Google version of the Samsung Galaxy S4. 

Samsung Galaxy S4 Google version: The Google version of the Samsung Galaxy S4, is basically the same in terms of specifications apart from the fact it will offer the Android 4.2 Jelly Bean Nexus experience. The device will be available for purchase on June 26. 

Google Maps update: The new Google Maps update for the web is said to be more immersive and social. Google's Bernhard Seefelf said "It's simple and powerful. The map is the user interface". When users click on a specific location, information such as navigation and ratings on the place will appear. 3D Maps has also been added to the new update on the web, it is exactly like Google Earth.

Google Play Music: Google has beat Apple to it and has unveiled its subscription based music streaming service. In the US, access to the service will cost $9.99 per month and users who sign up by 30 June can purchase it for the price of $7.99 per month. 

Google Play new design: Google's new Play design is mainly suited to tablets. Google Play recommendations will now show apps that are deigned for tablets in its top charts. 








Want to create your own professional game for FREE?

Ever wanted to make a professional game for Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, PS3, XBOX or Wii. Well now you can for FREE. With these easy steps, you will be able to make games in no time. 

Noteworthy game 'Bad Piggies' was made using Unity!!
  1. Install Unity Game Developing Software
  2. When the Unity Software is installed on your machine start to create a 3D World.
  3. Download and import a vehicle
  4. Build and Run your game.
How to create a 3D World in Unity:

Create a Terrain- Terrain Menu  > Create Terrain

Design the Landscape- Select Terrain in the Hierachy section and click the Raise/ Lower Terrain icon. You can now build hills on your terrain.

Importing a vehicle in Unity:

Delete the First Person Controller

Drag the car onto the scene

Create a new camera- GameObject > CreateOther > Smooth Follow

Drag Car onto the SmoothFollow script on in the Hierachy section.


Coding Concepts required to make a video game:

Move a GameObject on the X (Left/right),Y (Up/Down),Z (Forward/Back) Axis

function Update (}[transform.position. x=transform.position.x+-.01;}
function Update (}[transform.position. y=transform.position.x+-.01;}
function Update (}[transform.position. z=transform.position.x+-.01;}

Move a physics based GameObject
function Update(}[rigidbody. AddForce (2.0.O);}

Intel 4th Generation Core is coming...

Intel 4th Generation Core is coming 4th June 2013!

Apple WWDC 2013- June 10-14!

Apple Worldwide Developers Conference June 10-14, San Francisco

Tickets for Apple's annual WDDC sold out within 2 minutes. Apple's description of WWDC this year stated- 
Get an in-depth look at what’s next in iOS and OS X, and learn how to take your
apps to the next level. With over 100 sessions, extensive hands–on labs, and
engaging events, you’ll connect with Apple engineers and fellow developers
for an incredible week of inspiration. Credit: Apple

Suggesting we will see the next edition of iOS and OS X...

Next Generation Xbox will be revealed on May 21!

Today, Microsoft officially handed out invitations for the much anticipated next generation Xbox. The device is set to be revealed at Microsoft's Redmond Campus on May 21. 
Microsoft announces Xbox event for May 21st

World Number 1 Novak Djokovic has an Apple TV!



Congrats Novak... How's the Apple TV going for you??

Will Apple release a hybrid MacBook?

A few weeks ago, Apple filed a patent for a laptop with hybrid and wireless charging capabilities. What will Apple call it? Will it be called the 'Revolutionary new Rainbow Display"?

Is this going to be the NEXT BIG THING? Leave a comment bellow and tell us what you think.  

Electronic Release Dates 2013

June, 2013:

July, 2013:
  • Motorola X Phone
  • Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1

August, 2013:
  • Apple iPhone 5S
  • Samsung Galaxy Note 3

October, 2013:
  • Apple's Low Cost iPhone
  • Apple iPad Mini 2 
  • Sony PlayStation 4

    Google Glass owners not allowed to sell or loan them!

    Though, you may have payed $1,500 for the Glass Explorer! Google has the power to deactivate the device if the user violates the Terms of Service. 

    According to Wired, Explorer Edition owners have to abide with Google's Terms of Service-


    You may not resell, loan, transfer, or give your device to any other person. If you resell, loan, transfer, or give your device to any other person without Google's authorization, Google reserves the right to deactivate the device, and neither you nor the unauthorized person using the device will be entitled to any refund, product support, or product warranty.


    Acer Aspire M Touch Reviewed

    Pros: Great price tag, very affordable, Nvidia 1GB graphics and touch screen display. 
    Cons: Screen is very, very fragile- LCD cracks quickly, quite thick, only two USB ports, all ports are on the back and very thick 

    3 Months with the Aspire M Touch
    Spending 3 months with the Aspire M was costly and stressful. In the 3 months we tested the device, the LCD had to be replaced not once, but twice due to pressure on screen casing. As all the ports were one the back, connecting a USB was very difficult and frustrating. 

    The touchscreen, touchpad and build quality
    If you are looking to  buy the Acer M5 just because of its touchscreen, then DO NOT! Though the 10 point capacitive touchscreen and Windows 8 sounds great considering the price tag, when using the touchscreen you can see why... when you touch the screen- very lightly it leaves a colorful ripple that generally you do not see on quality touchscreen laptops. As the screen is gloss, when you touch the screen it leaves a mark. After a while, you can really see what I am talking about. Over the long term, the touchscreen does not seem to be to durable and should be considered. 

    The touchpad of the Acer M5 Touch, is very frustrating! As the laptop does not have physical left and right buttons, things like clicking an icon is annoying. 

    GAMING- despite housing an Nvidia GeForce GT 640M LE, 1GB graphics card, gaming is virtually impossible due to the touchpad. When playing shooting games such as Call of Duty or Halo, it is hard to differentiate which one is left and right. Realistically, with this laptop- even for day to day you do need a mouse. 

    Acer has really done a good job with the quality of the laptop, it looks great and at first feels great (apart from using the touchscreen and touchpad). The nice grey screen casing looks great alongside the grey aluminium keyboard casing. 

    The hinges of the M5 Touch have dramatically improved from Acer's other hinges that were made of cheap plastic that broke very, very easily. The hinges on the M5 Touch open close to the 180 degree mark. In the 3 months we had with the M5 Touch we had no issues with the hinges. 

    Structurally, the M5 Touch is very sound. All of the ports are on the back and worst of all, there are only 2 USB ports. It is very cramped and when an HDMI port and charger is plugged into the laptop, it is very difficult to plug a USB in. 

    Performance, battery life and keyborad
    At $800, you can buy yourself an Acer Aspire M Touch with a 1.7GHz Core i5 processor, 6GB of RAM, 500GB HDD and 20GB SSD or for $20 less you can buy the same laptop with only 4GB of RAM.

    For day to day activities, the M5 Touch is more than capable of overcoming tasks. We found the extra 2GB of RAM, was needed as the 4GB version lacked the speed. 

    The battery of the M5 Touch is not the best but adequate for the average user. Acer gives you 3 modes to choose- High Performance, Balanced and Power Saver. At High Performance- gaming is sensational, but the battery lasts no more than 90 minutes on this mode. At Balanced, the laptop is fast and provides at least 3 hours. In Power Saver mode the difference of performance and graphics is evident, but gives a whopping 5 hours of battery that really is amazing. 

    The keyboard is one thing I do love about this laptop! The spacing of the keys are perfect, it does not feel cramped and it does give the user a great typing experience. In the dark, the LED backlit keyboard looks fabulous. Acer's 'Fn' key shortcuts are great and are used more and more frequently as you get to know the laptop. 

    Overall Verdict
    Overall, I believe Acer has got a lot of work to do, with its touchscreen range. If you are looking at buying this because of its touchscreen ONLY, then maybe consider looking at Asus's range. For a gamer, I would say get this if you are happy carrying a mouse with you everywhere as you will need it. I would only consider looking at this laptop if I was an average user, who keeps there laptop at home. Due to its weak screen, carrying this laptop around is not recommended as I can guarantee that the LCD will break at some stage. 

    Facebook's new home on Android revealed!

    Today, CEO of Facebook Mark Zuckerberg revealed the Facebook Home Screen.  Zuckerberg described the concept as a family of apps that become the new home screen and lock screen of your phone

    Basically, four different components make up Facebook Home: Cover Feed, Chat Head, App Launcher and Notifications.

    Cover Feed integrates Facebook into your home screen, lock screen and wallpaper! When the device is turned on, the Facebook News Feed is displayed right on your lock screen in a slideshow type of motion. 

    Chat Head, is a combination of SMS and Facebook Messages. When an application is running and a message comes up, the senders image will appear on the top right hand corner. It will let you view the image and respond without closing the application you were viewing

    App Launcher lets you launch applications straight from your lock screen. With a few simple gestures, the menu tab pops up, which allows your to open bookmarked apps or your entire application library.


    Notifications now appear with peoples Facebook profile photo next to them. A swiping action on the screen removes the notifications. 


    Personally, I am not to keen on Facebook Home, the safety aspects overlook the innovation and thought. Having the ability to view the News Feed from your lock screen, scares me as if your phone is lost, someone would have access to everything. 

    The application which can be downloaded on Android devices, will be available to a few on April 12 through Google Play. 

     
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