The beatspill Nicki Minaj Limited Edition is a portable Bluetooth speaker that is the latest in the beats speaker line.  The Pill’s Bluetooth capability and internal microphone make talking on the phone easier and better sounding than ever before. The Pill is lightweight so it won’t slow you down and small enough to fit in whatever you’re carrying out the door. The carry case even comes with a handy carabiner so you can attach it to your backpack. The beatspill covers two distinct categories in listening to music and also use for hands free calls. Priced at $199

In terms of audio and listening to music, the beatspill shines here, you can either have you music connected via line-in cable or via NFC pairing. Which was a breeze to do; the audio quality was clear and crisp. Fillingo ut the room with sound without distortion, the unit does back the tradition amount of heavy bass as expected from beats by dre speakers. But it does have a good handle of music. Now when it comes to call answering feature, these speakers simply don’t cut it in that department, there is a lot of distortion on calls. Sound is muffled, this could be due to the location of the mic between the speakers. Still these speakers are built primary to listen to music, and it does a very good job at it. Its small compact and can fill a room will clean crisp sound. Overall this is a good buy. Though I would recommend it at a lower price rate, if you can find it for $150 then go for it.

Pill™ Portable Stereo Speaker with Bluetooth
1.5 m audio cable (3.5mm to 3.5 mm)
USB 2.0 charge/data cable
Carry case with carabiner
AC Power Adapter
Weight (kg): 0.31
Height (mm): 45.72
Length (mm): 190.50

The Speck Candyshell is very nearly the best case I’ve used on any phone, period.

The positives

The Candyshell has a hybrid design, however, unlike the Otterbox of Trident hybrid cases, the hard plastic and silicone pieces are stuck together. This gives it great protection whilst minimizing bulk and emulating the unibody back of the One.In all honesty I feel almost as comfortable with my One in the Candyshell as I do with the Otterbox; for everyday bumps and drops you would have to be unlucky to do any serious damage to your phone.

As well as this protection the hard outer shell makes this case one of the easiest I have used when it comes to getting your phone in and out of your pocket, despite the rubber lip. If anything the phone is easier to pocket and un-pocket with this case on, it makes it easier to grip when you grab it instead of the cold aluminium sliding under your fingers. Because of the slightly gripper texture the phone also feels much more secure in the hand and this is added to by the case following the angles of the phone so it retains a semblance of the phone’s naked gapless feel.

The case also features a lay on the table design so you are protected even without a screen shield. Which is handy as Speck don’t provide one.

The cuts of all the ports are perfect, aside from the camera being ever so slightly high in its cut out, however this makes no difference to the every day use of the camera and you won’t notice unless you are looking.

The plastic will scratch, I deliberately beat the hell out of it for the half week I used it, but I had to try fairly hard. On top of this the scratches, on the black version especially, don’t show unless under direct light as the case isn’t painted, so I wouldn’t worry.

The negatives

Screen shield please.

The attention to detail on this case isn’t fantastic. Don’t take that to mean it feels or looks cheap, the cut of the case is perfect and the plastic feels good quality (think iphone 3g not galaxy s3,) however there are small bits of flash in several areas where the rubber has residue from the mold  This won’t damage the phone as it’s just soft rubber and primarily on the outside, but it’s irritating as the rest of the case is perfect.

My final issue; I wish it came in more colors  The black and grey looks smart, and the white is a little more vivid, but add more color options and I would certainly buy several variants out of my own pocket. (And I get so many cases to review I never buy my own.)

You can pick these up from Mobilefun.com (who kindly provided the case for review) for £19.99. Considering the Otterbox commuter is £29.99 I would recommend this as a great alternative that will protect your phone almost as well, and feels significantly better in the hand and is much easier to pocket. And I hope Speck can sort out quality control and add more colors in the near future.

Samsung announced a slew of accessories for the Galaxy S4 at their Radio city music hall event. One of them was the Smart Dock Multimedia Hub, which works for both the Galaxy S4 & the Note II. The Smart Dock allows you to convert your mobile phone into a mobile office. Connect an HD monitor via the HDMI port and share a presentation with a client, or just watch a favorite video in your hotel room. Tired of typing on a tiny virtual keyboard? With three built-in USB ports you can connect a full-sized keyboard, USB mouse and an external storage drive – all at the same time – and convert your Galaxy in to a mini desktop computer. You can even connect your Samsung Galaxy Note II to your home theater via the 3.5mm stereo connector for an immersive audio experience. This immersive package retails for $99 and ads extra demisons to your Galaxy S4.

If you own a Windows Pone 8 devices and have been missing Instagram. Itsdgram is here to the rescue. This Instagram client app on Windows Phone 8. Does everything and feel like what you would expect Instragram to look like on Windows Phone 8. The downside of the app is the lack of traditional Instagram filters, Itsdagram filters can be updated daily without the need to update the app. You will never know when you’ve got a brand new filter waiting for you!” The app goes for $1.49 in the Windows Phone app store and is worth it. Get it now!!!!

Feature List

Double tap to like
Tap and hold to swap between Timeline view and Grid view.
See photos you’ve liked and have been tagged in on your profile page
Change your profile picture and password there too!
Pin your favorite hashtags and users to your homescreen to keep track of them.
Free Trial will allow users that already have an account to upload 1 image to test. All other features are completely enabled. Commenting, Liking, Following, etc…
Registering a new account with Instagram requires the full version of Itsdagram.

Hi Guys- we have a cool Twitter contest for you today to win a pair of Panasonic RPHJE120K in-ear Headphones

“Enter to win a Free pair of Ergofit Plus headphones from Panasonic, just follow @orbheadphones and tweet out the following tweet:

Sorry about the time it took me to review the Razer Mamba 4G., which is the latest update from Razer on their popular Razer Mamba The Razer Mamba 4G is packed with a 6400dpi 4G Dual Sensor System, outfitted with a laser and an optical sensor to accurately calibrate the mouse to any surface for exceptional pinpoint tracking. The Razer Mamba can not only match the speed of your swipes, but also allows configuration of cutoff distance to manage liftoff tracking, It’s also got new multicolored LED that has over 16 million colors, customize the Razer Mamba to suit your personal style or mood. The Razer Mamba 4G feels just solid and smooth in the hands. the mouse handles well during gaming sessions. In my use i got close to 2 full days. Currently this mouse retails for $104 on amazon is a solid pick up for anyone looking for a wireless mouse.

TECH SPECS
Gaming Grade Wireless Technology
6400dpi 4G Dual Sensor System
Dual mode wired /wireless functionality
1000Hz Ultrapolling /1ms response time
Multi-Color Lighting
Up to 200 inches per second* /50g acceleration
Approximate Size : 115 mm / 4.53” (Length) x 68 mm / 2.68” (Width) x 43 mm / 1.69” (Height)
Approximate Weight: 136 g / 0.30 lbs
Battery Life: Approx 16 hrs (continuous gaming)

 JJ. abrams and crew are back with a new sci-fi TV show on Fox called “Almost Human” not to be confused with SyFy channels “Being Human”. Set in the future where human-like machines have been incorporated into the police force, the show centers on the buddy-cop relationship between a veteran officer (Karl Urban) who holds a deep hatred for robots, and his new robotic partner (Michael Ealy) who appears to be more human than android. The series, which also stars Lili Taylor and Mackenzie Crook, is set to premiere in the fall on Mondays.

 Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Entertainment have debuted the full trailer for Guillermo del Toro’s Pacifi Rim. Check it out in the player below and let us know what you think!

The Galaxy S4 S-View Flip Cover is designed to provide the best of both worlds, combining the fashion and privacy of a Flip Cover with the convenience of a screen window that allows view-through access to alerts, status and vital information. Samsung revealed this cover at their launch event and everyone wondered what was the new case. retailing for $59.99 the S-view flip cover case takes the styling of the traditional flip cover case and adds a preview window, which as the name goes gives the user a quick view of missed calls, time and notification with you having to flip over the cover of the case.

Case application is easy, with you having to replace the back cover of your case. Overall the S-view flip cover case for the S4 provides some protection but gives you a sleek and defined fashion statement to what you S4 is. It comes in two colors Black or white

Universal Pictures has released the trailer for “Riddick,” starring Vin Diesel.

The latest chapter of the groundbreaking saga that began with 2000′s hit sci-fi film “Pitch Black” and 2004′s “The Chronicles of Riddick” reunites writer/director David Twohy (“A Perfect Getaway,” “The Fugitive”) and star Vin Diesel (the “Fast and Furious” franchise, “XXX”). Diesel reprises his role as the antihero Riddick, a dangerous, escaped convict wanted by every bounty hunter in the known galaxy.

The infamous Riddick has been left for dead on a sun-scorched planet that appears to be lifeless. Soon, however, he finds himself fighting for survival against alien predators more lethal than any human he’s encountered. The only way off is for Riddick to activate an emergency beacon and alert mercenaries who rapidly descend to the planet in search of their bounty.

The first ship to arrive carries a new breed of merc, more lethal and violent, while the second is captained by a man whose pursuit of Riddick is more personal. With time running out and a storm on the horizon that no one could survive, his hunters won’t leave the planet without Riddick’s head as their trophy.

Riddick also sees the return of Karl Urban (“Star Trek,” “The Bourne Supremacy”) as Vaako and introduces to the series Jordi Molla (“Bad Boys II,” “Colombiana”) as Santana, the arrogant captain of the mercenary ship; Matt Nable (“Killer Elite”) as Boss Johns, a man looking for answers; Katee Sackhoff (TV’s “Battlestar Galactica”) as the Nordic mercenary Dahl; and Bokeem Woodbine (“Total Recall”) as bounty hunter Moss. Rounding out the cast are Dave Bautista (“The Scorpion King 3: Battle for Redemption”), Conrad Pla (“Immortals”), Raoul Trujillo (“Apocalypto”), Nolan Funk (TV’s “Aliens in America”) and two-time Grammy Award-nominated singer Keri Hilson.

“Riddick” hits IMAX and 2D Theaters on September 6, 2013.

Check out the trailer, photos, and poster below.

 Joss Whedon directs the pilot and will oversee the series as an executive producer. “Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D” will begin airing on Tuesdays at 8pm sometime this Fall.

The HP Split x2 is a versatile, two-in-one detachable PC that combines power and portability with the Windows 8 operating system and powerful 3rd generation Intel® Core™  processor family. Consumers can now enjoy a high-performance ultraportable notebook suited for virtually any intensive task, and that doubles as a 13-inch tablet to give unparalleled entertainment capability for playing games, videos and more. Pricing for the SplitX2 is $799.99

The SlateBook x2 features an NVIDIA Tegra 4 mobile processor, enabling users to access the TegraZone app and experience Tegra 4-optimized games. The 10.1-inch HD touchscreen display delivers crisp lines, sharp images and precision color while reducing glare. The SlateBook x2 also includes 64 MB of storage and DTS Sound+ Solution for accessing and enjoying photos, music and videos. HP’s exclusive native printing capability allows users to print directly from most applications, with pricing starting at $499

Skullcandy is continuing it gaming tradition, with the Skullcandy SLYR and now the PLYR2 which is a wireless Gaming Headset that comes with a wireless transmitter . Giving you the ability to work with the PS3, Xbox 360, PC & Smartphone. Pivoting Boom mic, with adjustable mic position flips up for instant muting. Three preset Sound equalization settings for games, music, and movies.  Like the SLYR, the PLYR 2 delivers a clean sound with a healthy amount of bass that isn’t overpowering, even when using the “Bass Mode” setting on the EQ,  presets called “Supreme Mode” and “Precision Mode.” The PLYR2 as a gaming headset is comfortable with some very solid aesthetics- simple it looks stylist, plus it comes in three cool color combination, which you can pick up for just $129.

the main attraction to the for the PLYR2 from Skullcandy is its wireless connectivity on PS3, Xbox 360 and PC, via the wireless transmitter. What I like about it is the ease of use and set up. On PC it literally was plug and play. You  also have on-ear voice and game controls to give you quick access to getting your sound comfortable. In terms of audio, the headset to a great job in gameplay sound,; allowing you to hear footsteps easily and it sounds great. In terms of music, it does a decent job and handles that well> Overall I like the PLYR2 as a starter wireless gaming set, especially if you aren’t looking to spend upwards of $400 for a premium pair.; so it Skullcandy PLYR2 is a solid buy!!

The Second BB10 device will soon be hitting the US market, with Verizon stating the device will be available sometime in June (it has an exclusive on the white version), while Sprint will only go as far as to say “late summer,” with neither offering a price. T-Mobile will also be rolling out the phone sometime in June, and has confirmed that it will cost $99.99 down with its new plan structure, or $579.99 if you want to buy it outright

Looks like BlackBerry has finally broken down and accept their fate. BBM will be coming to iOS and Android devices this summer. In the planned initial release, iOS and Android users would be able to experience the immediacy of BBM chats, including multi-person chats, as well as the ability to share photos and voice notes, and engage in BBM Groups, which allows BBM customers to create groups of up to 30 people.

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BBM for iOS and Android to Launch This Summer

WATERLOO, ONTARIO–(Marketwired – May 14, 2013) – BlackBerry(R) (NASDAQ:BBRY)(TSX:BB) today announced plans to make its ground-breaking mobile social network, BlackBerry(R) Messenger (BBM(TM)), available to iOS(R) and Android(TM) users this summer, with support planned for iOS6, and Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) or higher, all subject to approval by the Apple App Store and Google Play. BBM sets the standard for mobile instant messaging with a fast, reliable, engaging experience that includes delivered and read statuses, and personalized profiles and avatars. Upon release, BBM customers would be able to broaden their connections to include friends, family and colleagues on other mobile platforms.

In the planned initial release, iOS and Android users would be able to experience the immediacy of BBM chats, including multi-person chats, as well as the ability to share photos and voice notes, and engage in BBM Groups, which allows BBM customers to create groups of up to 30 people.

“For BlackBerry, messaging and collaboration are inseparable from the mobile experience, and the time is definitely right for BBM to become a multi-platform mobile service. BBM has always been one of the most engaging services for BlackBerry customers, enabling them to easily connect while maintaining a valued level of personal privacy. We’re excited to offer iOS and Android users the possibility to join the BBM community,” said Andrew Bocking, Executive Vice President, Software Product Management and Ecosystem, at BlackBerry.

BBM is loved by customers for its “D” and “R” statuses, which show up in chats to let people know with certainty that their message has been delivered and read. It provides customers with a high level of control and privacy over who they add to their contact list and how they engage with them, as invites are two-way opt-in. iOS and Android users would be able to add their contacts through PIN, email, SMS or QR code scan, regardless of platform. Android users would also be able to connect using a compatible NFC-capable device.

BBM has more than 60 million monthly active customers, with more than 51 million people using BBM an average of 90 minutes per day. BBM customers collectively send and receive more than 10 billion messages each day, nearly twice as many messages per user per day as compared to other mobile messaging apps. Almost half of BBM messages are read within 20 seconds of being received; indicating how truly engaged BBM customers are.

Today, BlackBerry also announced BBM Channels, a new social engagement platform within BBM that will allow customers to connect with the businesses, brands, celebrities and groups they are passionate about. BlackBerry plans to add support for BBM Channels as well as voice and video chatting for iOS and Android later this year, subject to approval by the Apple App Store and Google Play.

If approved by Apple and Google, the BBM app will be available as a free download in the Apple(R) App Store(SM) and Google Play store. Additional details about system requirements and availability will be announced closer to the launch.action camera, ActionCamera, helmet cam, HelmetCam, polaroid, waterproof, xs80