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Five for the weekend: hot new kit

Friday 11 March

Worth zooming out for

We’re already hitting our second weekend in March, and that means the green shoots of Spring aren’t all that far away now.

If we were over in the US we’d no doubt be telling you all about the iPad 2 that went on sale today, but that’ll have to wait another fortnight for us UK types. Still, there’s still a good few new gadgets to get excited about for your weekend shopping excursions…

Logitech Z906: the Z906 5.1 surround sound speakers are Logitech’s new range-toppers, and give you a whole lot of audio oomph for a pretty reasonable price. They look good too, and follow in the footsteps of the much-loved Z-5500s, so come with a good heritage.

Breville VVT296: there’s nothing like a bit of multitasking from your kitchen gadgets, especially if counter space is at a premium. So get rid of that radio that’s taking up space and invest in the VVT296 instead. It’ll play your favourite station while warming your bread. Brilliant.Nikon P500: we mistakenly called it the D500 when we first came across Nikon’s new snapper last month, but maybe that’s because we were still getting over its incredible 36x optical zoom range. That’s more than super-zoom, that’s mega-zoom, and you can pick yours up now.

Nintendo 3DS: it hasn’t launched yet, but it’s still worth laying down some pre-order dosh for the Nintendo 3DS at Morrisons given its lower-than-ever price of £187. That’s more than £50 less than the original RRP, so get your order in now before it’s over-subscribed and you face shipping delays.

GarageBand for iPad: you can’t get the iPad 2 today, and you can’t get the new version of iMovie until that changes. But the latest version of Garageband works with the original iPad, has a hatload of new features and is going for just £2.99 from the App Store.

If We Ran Apple For A Day

What would you do if you held Apple in your hands?

Whether you love or hate Apple – and for most people it’s either one or the other – there’s no denying just how successful the company has been.

From phones to music players, laptops to set-top boxes, Apple’s products stand for style, eye-catching design, innovation and ease of use. There’s little surprise it’s the world’s most respected brand.

So what if that brand was yours to control for a single day? What would you do with the Apple empire at your fingertips? Well, we’ve got a few ideas for starters…

1 Tell everyone what’s going on with the white iPhone 4

It’s the biggest consumer tech mystery of our times. What happened to the white iPhone 4? It was announced with the black version last year, and then… completely failed to materialise. We still don’t know why. And even more infuriatingly, we still don’t know if it ever will or not. Our day in charge would start with a press conference, and we’d tell the whole story once and for all.

2 Design an Apple car

Well, get the wheels turning at least, as it were. Think about it – can you imagine an Apple car? It would be the picture of elegance, would probably introduce a whole new propulsion system, with some kind of multitouch gearing. Then of course you’d have iTunes running the entertainment, an iPad for sat nav, and Apple TV for the kids in the back. What’s not to like?

3 Give away free iPhones

Yes, we know the iPhone’s exclusivity is part of its appeal, but come on – we’re approaching the fifth generation now and millions upon millions of the things have been sold. So why not do a fresh run of the iPhone 3GS (the one before the current one), and give it away completely free? Apple can afford to take the hit, after all, and would score massively in the long term anyway by getting people who would never have gone for an iPhone into the Apple ecosystem and looking to upgrade. Plus, it would absolutely infuriate everyone else in the mobile game.

4 Buy Microsoft

Look, we know it would never really happen, but it wouldn’t be because Apple can’t afford it. There’s reportedly hundreds of billions of dollars knocking about in Cupertino’s petty cash drawer, so in theory Apple could afford to buy just about anyone. So why Microsoft? Oh, come on – could you imagine Steve Ballmer’s face?

5 Run a competition to take charge of Apple for a day

Because hey, let’s face it – that’s about the only way this dream has any chance of becoming a reality, isn’t it?

So what would you do if you were put in charge of Apple for a day? And more importantly, if you could add one product to the Apple lineup, what would it be? Let us know in the comments below.

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Dell Inspiron Mini 1018

The basics

With the success of the Apple iPad, things have gone a bit quiet on the netbook front recently, but Dell is hoping its Inspiron Mini 1018 will change this. A 10-inch netbook offering lots of features at a bargain basement price, it's perfect for students and frequent travellers.

The good

Unlike lots of netbooks, which tend to feel flimsy and toy like, the Dell Inspiron Mini 1018 provides a very robust construction. This makes it ideal for a life on the road, and it's more than capable of standing up to the rigours of day-to-day use.

The mobile feeling is further enhanced by the Dell Inspiron Mini 1018's compact 10.1-inch chassis and sub 1.5kg weight. You'll be able to carry it around for hours on end without noticing the weight, and a battery life of around 7 hours means you'll be able to work for a full day when out and about.

The keyboard on the Dell Inspiron Mini 1018 offers a well defined typing action, making this little machine a pleasure to use for longer periods of time.

The bad

Unfortunately, the interface is not all good. The touchpad is far too shallow, with the keyboard mounted too far forward in the chassis, limiting space. This can make it uncomfortable when navigating the OS or when browsing the internet.

The bottom line

It's a small price to pay for such and impressive budget choice, however. With a good keyboard, excellent build quality and features including a 250GB hard drive, the Dell Inspiron Mini 1018 is well worth the asking price

UK Nations Of Satnav Addicts Report

Are we too reliant on our GPS devices?

A new report from the Royal Academy of Engineering has labelled UK drivers as “dangerously dependent” on satellite navigation.

A combination of the spread of GPS tech into all kinds of devices and ever-more attractive prices has made some kind of digital navigation an almost essential part of our daily driving routine. But according to the Academy’s Dr Martyn Thomas, we could be in for a shock.

“The UK is already dangerously dependent on GPS,” Dr Thomas says. “GPS and other navigation systems are so useful and so cheap to build into equipment that we have become almost blindly reliant on the data they give us.”

“A significant failure of GPS could cause lots of services to fail at the same time, including many that are thought to be completely independent of each other.”

Bob Cockshott of the Digital Systems Knowledge Transfer Network, who helped launch the report, also raised the issue of a whole generation of road users that have learned to drive depending on sat navs, and who as a result cannot read maps.

He went on: “dependency on GPS is growing and jammers are getting easier to obtain. We expect this problem to become more severe.”

iPad 2 Reviews The First Verdicts Are In

The iPad 2 launches in the US today

As you may well be aware, today is iPad 2 launch date in the US. Of course, we’re facing another fortnight’s wait here in the UK for the new Apple tablet to go on sale, so it’s fair to say we’re casting a jealous eye at our US colleagues right now.

So what are they saying so far about the iPad 2? Well, some selected outlets have been given the iPad 2 ahead of time, and the first full reviews have started appearing online. Here’s what they have to say about all the iPad 2’s key issues:

Size and weight:

TechCrunch: Overall, the device has a much more fluid design. Apple notes that the body now consists of two parts instead of the three that made up the iPad 1. This makes it feel even more solid, and even more like a natural object instead of a machine.

Engadget: from an industrial design standpoint, the iPad 2 just seriously raised the bar on sleek, sexy computer hardware. It looks and feels amazingly sleek when you hold it.

Power:

AllThingsD: I didn’t find the speed difference on iPad 2 to be dramatic, but it was noticeable. Apps launched and ran a bit quicker and the whole device felt very snappy.

Slashgear: iOS 4.3 whips along almost instantaneously on the new Apple A5 processor, with apps loading more swiftly, running more smoothly and the whole thing feeling incredibly responsive.

Cameras:

USA Today: You won’t confuse the cameras on the iPad 2 for a top-notch Canon or Nikon. Indoor pictures I snapped in low light were grainy. There is no flash. Still, the VGA-quality front-facing camera or the HD (up to 720p) rear camera are just fine for FaceTime.

TechCrunch: As you’ve undoubtedly heard by now, the cameras on the device are not great. But it’s hard to imagine anyone using this as a point-and-shoot camera replacement.

Verdict:

Bloomberg: For anyone in the market for their first tablet, the discussion begins - and for the moment probably ends - with the iPad. For existing iPad users, the question is whether to upgrade. Unless you truly need the video capabilities, the answer is: Not really.

NYT: The shocker here is that the iPad 2 actually costs less than its comparably equipped Android rivals… [that] means that for the first time, your heart can succumb to the iPad mystique – without having to ignore the practical input from your brain

Phillips Launches FloatingCushions Headphones

Like cushions... for your ears

We’re always wary of the power of marketing over real gadget substance, but we’ll be the first to admit that the name ‘FloatingCushions’ just makes you want to pick up these new headphones from Philips and nestle them against your ears.

Of course, that’s just the idea Philips has in mind, but to its credit, there’s more at play here than simply clever marketing. The FloatingCushions range, covering six models in all, has been designed to adjust automatically to your ear shape, distributing pressure evenly and subtly shaping itself to your specific lug-holes using the wonder of memory-foam.

That also assists in terms of sound quality, Philips says, with less of that precious audio juice escaping through the gaps between the cans and your ears.

Aluminium construction makes sure they won’t be a weight around your head, while a couple of the models fold flat for easier transportation.

The new headphones were shown off as part of Philips’ big product reveal for the year over in Barcelona, so we’ve yet to hear any UK prices or release dates. But we’ll be keeping our ear to the ground, as it were

Breville VVT296 The Radio Toaster

The breakfast gadget that's music to your ears

Breakfast is one of those time-honoured traditions that hasn’t changed too much over the years. And neither has the kit involved – pick yourself up a basic toaster and kettle and you’re already most of the way there.

So kudos to Breville for trying to modernise the theme by introducing the VVT296, a standard two-slice toaster that also comes with an AM/FM radio built in. All for a not unreasonable £45.

Toasting options are nothing out of the ordinary – you have the usual knob for controlling how dark you want the toast to come out, and the option of selecting bread thickness, and that’s about it.

As for the radio side of things, the single speaker and the controls are all located on the side of the toaster, with those controls comprising tuning and volume knobs, as well as mode and preset select buttons

JBL On Air Wireless Ready For Some AirPlay

Good looking, and AirPlay-compatible too

There are a few types of gadget that there are simply far too many of, and iDevice docks certainly fall into that category.

But on the flipside, that oversubscription has forced companies to innovate more than they normally might to stand out from the crowd, resulting in devices like JBL’s On Air Wireless system.

It’s certainly eye-catching, featuring the same over-the-top loop you’ll be familiar with if you’ve come across the On Air speaker before. The Wireless version, however, adds an LCD screen and – more importantly – wireless compatibility with Apple’s AirPlay system.

It’ll happily play anything from Apple devices running iOS 4.2 and upwards, with all the associated info from the tunes you’re listening to appearing on the LCD up front.

Even if your iDevice is of the older variety, you’ll still find the more traditional dock up top for iPods and iPhones, and you also get a dual alarm clock, FM radio and a USB port for future firmware updates.

So far we only have a splash page on JBL’s website to go on, with no idea yet on price or availability. But we’ll be keeping our eyes open

iPad 2 Demand Even Higher Than The Original

Even more in demand than the original?

The iPad 2 may not be the massive leap forward a lot of people were hoping for, but that isn’t likely to affect demand for the new tablet once it goes on sale later this month.

In fact, Piper Jaffray analyst Gene Munster predicts that initial demand is set to be even higher for the iPad’s second coming than it was for the original last year, and says the new slate will cross the million unit sales milestone faster than the 28 days it took the original.

The good news, however, is that Munster says higher demand isn’t likely to be partnered by longer queues, as more retail outlets will be carrying the iPad 2 on launch day than was the case a year ago.

Nonetheless, the lack of a lengthy pre-order window for the new slate should still see decent numbers hitting the pavements on launch day – set for Friday in the US, and a fortnight later here in the UK.

In terms of wow factor, the iPad 2’s biggest draw has to be its slimmer-than-ever profile, though Apple is also touting twice the raw processing power than before and graphics speeds up to nine times faster

Pioneer Signs Up For Some AirPlay

Pioneer's debut AirPlay receiver - the first of many

Apple has some lofty ambitions for its AirPlay streaming media system, but to achieve them it’s going to need the big AV kit makers to come up with equipment that supports it.

Well, they don’t get too much bigger than Pioneer, which has just announced it will be releasing a whopping eight AirPlay-compatible AV receivers this year, starting with the VSX-1021.

This debut offering comes with 7.1-channel sound and a whole whack of media-friendly features. When it comes to AirPlay you have wireless iTunes playback so long as you opt for the extra Wi-Fi receiver, while the included USB video cable lets you view album art on your TV or stream other video content from your Apple device.

There’s even an app available that enables you to use your iDevice as a remote control for the receiver, if the supplied one doesn’t meet with your approval for some reason.

With an impressive five HDMI 1.4a inputs, Bluetooth and all the other usual wired connectivity options on board, your non-Apple gear won’t be neglected either, and there’s integrated Ethernet support so you can hook the VSX-1021 up to your home network.

We’ve yet to hear what Pioneer’s new AirPlay-friendly retailer will go for here in the UK, but the US price of $550 doesn’t sound too bad to us

Facebook Launches Movie Streaming Trial

Well, you can do just about everything else in Facebook now...

Facebook has launched a movie rental scheme in the US with Warner Bros that could end up with the latest blockbusters being available to watch directly on the social network.

A trial of the service has kicked off using The Dark Knight as a test, with the edgy Batman lark currently available for rent at a cost of 30 Facebook Credits – or around $3.

Once you’ve forked out your credits, you have 48 hours to watch the film in the Facebook browser. You don’t have to watch the film all in one go, Warner Bros tells us, and even if you log out your movie purchase will be there waiting for you when you return.

“Making our films available through Facebook is a natural extension of our digital distribution efforts,” the studio said in a statement. “It gives consumers a simple, convenient way to access and enjoy our films through the world’s largest social network.”

There’s no word on exactly how long the trial will last, or how long it will take for it to be extended beyond the US’ borders, but both parties assure us that they’ll be looking to expand the scheme in the future and add further titles. And assuming things go well, we don’t imagine it’ll be too long before other studios start knocking on Mark Zuckerberg’s door for a piece of the action

Logitech Outs Top-end Z906 Surrond Speakers

The successors to the popular Z-5500 surround speakers

Logitech’s trusty Z-5500 surround sound speakers have been around for quite a while now, and built a fairly loyal following, so we’ve got high hopes for their replacements – the just announced Z906 setup.

It’s certainly a step forward in the looks department, with a sleeker, more subtle design topped off by a new stackable control console. And rest assured, with a 500W RMS amplifier and a beefy 165W of bass, they’re not short on power either.

It’s not fussy about what it plays, either. With both digital and analogue inputs, you’re covered for just about any type of audio you can think of, be it movies, games or music. Logitech promises the on-board 5.1 digital decoding will deliver well separated and delicately balanced sound across the board.

Being the new top-of-the-range speaker system, you can’t expect too much of a bargain, but £329 still isn’t bad value for money if the Z906s are as capable as their predecessors. You’ll be able to find out for yourself when they go on sale later this month.

Kinect Officially The Fastest Selling Gadget Ever!

Quite a successful product for Microsoft, then

Microsoft’s Kinect for the Xbox 360 just keeps going from strength to strength.

Last year we judged it our favourite gadget of 2010 in our big Christmas countdown, but if anything the Kinect has become even more popular in 2011.

Microsoft has announced its motion-sensing add-on has now sold more than 10 million units altogether – not bad for a gadget that only launched at the start of November! On top of that, upwards of 10 million standalone Kinect games have been shifted worldwide too.

And if that all sounds impressive, it certainly should, for the Kinect has just grabbed itself a Guinness World Record as the “Fastest Selling Consumer Electronics Device” of all time, specifically for the eight million units sold in the 60-day period until January 3.

“The sales figures here speak for themselves,” commented Guinness gaming editor Gaz Deaves. “According to independent research, no other consumer electronics device sold faster within a 60-day time span, which is an incredible achievement considering the strength of the sector.”

Apple Updated iOS 4.3 Out Now

Now you can turn your iPhone into a personal hotspot

Apple’s latest iOS 4.3 operating system, announced the other day at the iPad 2 launch, is now available to download for iPads, iPhones and iPod touches from iTunes.

The big addition that comes with version 4.3 is the ability to use your iPhone 4 as a personal hotspot to share the data connection. Up to five devices can piggyback on your Apple phone, though there’s a limit of three connecting by either Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, while only a single device can tag up vias USB.

That aside, iOS 4.3 also brings the convenience of iTunes Home Sharing. With most iTunes users keeping their chief library on their Mac or PC, you can now access that library via Wi-Fi from any iDevice in range running iOS 4.3. Handy.

Then there’s AirPlay video streaming, which takes Apple’s streaming system to the next level. Now you can share videos wirelessly from the Photos app, plus the likes of iTunes previews and third-party content from the Apple TV system.

There’s plenty more besides, which helps explain why the download weighs in at just under 670MB.