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  • iPhone 5 Or iPhone 4S Logic Board Pictures Hint At An A5 Processor

    AppleLeaks posted a couple of images of which they claim is of a next generation iPhone. They haven’t specified if this is of the iPhone 5 or iPhone 4S though.

    If you compare this logic board with the one of the GSM and CDMA iPhone 4s you will noticed that the newer logic board is almost exactly like the CDMA board with the SIM card slot on it. The addition of the SIM card slot on the board has caused the chips on front to move a bit.

    Also as you can see the new board has a rectangle slot for the A5 processor while the older ones have a square slot for the A4 processor. This newly redesigned logic can very well confirm that the next iPhone will indeed be world phone i.e will work with both GSM and CDMA networks.

    Source: AppleLeaks

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  • AMD To Start Shipping Of FX Bulldozer Chips Starting This Week

    Are you anxiously waiting for the new AMD FX Bulldozer chips, then you will be glad to know that according to ZDNet, these newly released chips will start shipping from factory in the last week of August.


    Previously, it was confirmed that these new FX series chips which are based on the Bulldozer architecture will be officially made available in September so this news isn’t surprising as the release date is near.

    This news came from within AMD and the source was quoted as belonging to senior management so we cannot deny the reliability of this news.

    Still there is a chance given the factory’s ability to process and manufacture new 32nm chips, it will lead to sufficiently lower production of these new chips meaning yield will be lower.

    Source: MyDrivers.com

  • Hard Reset Official System Requirements And Release Date Announced

    Hard Reset is a new PC exclusive which is being developed by Flying Wild Hogs. It is a cyberpunk shooter from the people who were behind Bulletstorm as well as former developers from CD Projekt Red.


    This game will be available on Steam on September 13 at a modest price of $29.99. Below are the system specification required to run this game.

    MINIMUM:
    OS: Windows XP/Vista/7
    Processor: 2.5 GHz Intel Pentium 4 / AMD Athlon 64
    RAM: 2 GB
    Graphics card: 512 MB NVIDIA GeForce 8800GS / ATI Radeon HD 3870 or better
    Sound Card: DirectX Compatible
    DirectX: DirectX 9.0c
    Hard Drive: 4 GB free hard drive space

    RECOMMENDED:
    OS: Windows XP/Vista/7
    Processor: Intel Quad Core 2.3 GHz / AMD Phenom II x4 2.5 GHz
    RAM: 3 GB
    Graphics card: 512 MB NVIDIA GeForce 9800 GT / ATI Radeon HD 4870 or better
    Sound Card: DirectX Compatible
    DirectX: DirectX 9.0c
    Hard Drive: 4 GB free hard drive space

  • N94 iPhone Prototype Front Panel Looks Exactly Like The iPhone 4

    A couple of days ago images of the back panel of a next generation iPhone prototype codenamed the ‘N94′ surfaced on the internet, now the front panel has decided to model for a few pictures too. The back panel images were from an “Engineering Verification Test 2″ unit dated back to 7th of June 2011 while the front panel is from an “Engineering Verification Test 1″ unit dated to 3rd of March 2011.

    The front panel pictured is the full part including the LCD and Digitizer. The design looks exactly like the iPhone 4, not without the recently rumored edge-to-edge display. If this is not the iPhone 5 could this be the cheaper iPhone 4S we’ve been hearing so much about?

    The source had the following to say:

    The panel part shows same bezel space on the sides of the display, as well as similar space between the screen and the home button and top ear piece, when compared with iPhone 4. If you compare the digitizer component, it is exactly the same as that of iPhone 4 model. The home button might not be going anywhere and the cut-out area for Home Button is still circular which debunks earlier claim that iPhone 5 will get an elongated Home Button (rather capacitive).

    Source: MacPost

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  • How To: Claim And Download Free NES Games Using Nintendo’s 3DS Ambassador Program

    People who have registered for Nintendo 3DS Ambassador Program can now finally claim their prize in the shape of 10 free NES games(10 GBA games will be available later). For people in Japan, they can claim and download them today while the rest of the world has to wait until tomorrow i.e 1st September. Read on to find out how?

    We have previously explained how to get into this amazing offer here. If you were one of the lucky ones who managed to register before the deadline then you can claim these 10 free NES games now while the rest of the 10 GBA games will be available sometimes later at the end of this year.

    It turns out that it wasn’t such an easy step to claim these games as we originally thought. That’s why Nintendo has officially put a guide detailing all the steps required to get your hands on these free games. You can read this guide here or you can follow the steps listed below.

    In Japan, Nintendo is offering the following NES games which are Super Mario Bros., Donkey Kong Jr., Balloon Fight, Ice Climber, The Legend of Zelda, Wrecking Crew, Mario Open Golf, Yoshi’s Egg, Metroid, and Zelda II: The Adventure of Link. We don’t know what North America will get yet, once we know it officially, we will update you guys.

    Now time for the guide. Follow the steps listed below. If you need visual help then you can go here.

    1. In Home Menu of Nintendo 3DS, select 3DS eShop
    2. Scroll left to select “Settings/Other”
    3. Scroll down to select “Account Activity”
    4. You can get all NES games from here once they become available in your respective region.

    5. Once a game is available, double tap on “Software Info” and then “Redownload” to download these games to your 3DS.

  • How To: Downgrade from iOS 5 Beta 7 to 4.3.3 or 4.3.5 in iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad

    The following is guide on how to downgrade your iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad on iOS 5.0 Beta 7  back to iOS4.3.3 or iOS 4.3.5.

    The complete guide after the break

    Tools you’ll need:

    The latest iTunes.

    iPhone 3GS iOS4.3.3 Firmware File. Click here.

    iPhone 4 iOS4.3.3 Firmware File. Click here.

    iPad iOS4.3.3 Firmware File. Click here

    iPod Touch 3G iOS4.3.3 Firmware File. Click here.

    iPod Touch 4G iOS4.3.3 Firmware File. Click here.

    TinyUmbrella. Click here.

    Recboot(Mac). Click here

    Recboot(Windows) – Requires Dotnet 4.0. Click here

     

    Step One

    Download the respective firmware file for your iDevice and place it on the desktop.

    Run TinyUmbrella and click on the “Start TSS Server” Button.

    NOTE – If you are downgrading to 4.3.5, skip the above step.

    Connect you iDevice to your PC and place it into DFU mode. To place your device into DFU mode:

    1.  Turn your device off.

    2. Hold the power button for Three seconds

    3. Without letting go of the power button,  press the home button. Keep them pressed for 10 seconds.

    4. Let go of the power button and hold the home button until your PC detects the phone. It takes upto 30 seconds.

    It may take several tries to get your phone into DFU mode.

    Step Two

    Open up iTunes. If you get the following message, then it means that you’ve successfully placed your device into DFU mode.

    On the iPhone menu in iTunes, hold shift and press the restore button.

    iTunes will now ask you to locate the IPSW file. Point it towards the firmware file which you downloaded and placed on the desktop.

    iTunes will then restore your iPhone with the  firmware. This process will take about ten minutes and iTunes will notify you once the process is complete. The phone will then restart.

    Step Three

    After the restore,  if you encounter an error like 1011, 1013, 1015 ; just ignore them (the firmware has actually been successfully installed). You just have to kick your phone out of recovery mode. To do this open up recboot-which you downloaded above. Once it loads up, press the exit recovery button and it will kick your phone out of recovery mode. The phone will then reboot and you will be boot into iOS 4.3.3.

    Update: If you are getting this error

    Follow THIS guide.

    Kindly “+1″ and “like” the article if this helps you out. Thanks!

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  • US Galaxy S II Variants For Sprint, AT&T And T-Mobile Now Official – Hitting Stores Mid September

    Samsung finally made all three of the US Samsung Galaxy S II variants official along with their prices and release dates. The variants will be similar to the original Galaxy S II which is already available in other regions of the world but some features like screen sizes and mobile radio types will be different. Check out the lowdown after the break.

    Following are the phones along with their official specs, release dates and prices.

    Samsung Galaxy S II Epic 4G Touch

    • Samsung Exynos™ 1.2GHz dual-core processor
    • 4.52″ Super AMOLED Plus display
    • 800×480 WVGA resolution – yikes, we were hoping for a bit more on such a large screen
    • Dual cameras: 8MP, rear-facing camera/camcorder with auto-focus and flash that shoots video in 1080p HD high profile and 2MP, front-facing camera ideal for self-portraits or video chat
    • 16GB of on-board memory, as well as a microSD card slot that supports up to a 32GB memory card.
    • 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot capable, supporting up to eight Wi-Fi enabled devices on the Sprint 3G or 4G network
    • Voice Talk by Vlingo™ allows users to give their Epic 4G Touch voice commands, including voice dial, text message, navigation, music, Web browsing and search
    • Task Manager enables users to view and close the applications they have active and any items that may have been downloaded and to check on memory usage via the Task Manager widget
    • Screen grab feature allows users to easily take a screen capture of the phone screen by pressing the power button and the home key simultaneously
    • Samsung’s TouchWiz user interface provides superior multitasking and customization for an enhanced visual and intuitive smartphone experience
    • Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/a capable
    • Visual Voicemail
    • Enterprise functionality provides support for exchange device management policies, offers increased security of data and services and enables mobile conferencing while on the go
    • microSD card slot that supports up to a 32GB memory card
    • Stereo Bluetooth Wireless Technology 3.0
    • Sprint applications, including Sprint Zone, Sprint TV & Movies®, Sprint Navigation and NASCAR Sprint Cup Mobile – these better be removable
    • Samsung Media Hub features thousands of new releases and top-grossing titles from major Hollywood studios and leading TV networks, including NBC Universal, Paramount, MTV, Warner Bros., CBS and FOX.
    • Samsung Social Hub allows users to transfer email, instant messaging, contacts, calendar and social network connections, including Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn accounts, into “Feeds” and “Messages” folders that can be either put into separate tabs or combined into comprehensive lists.
    • Dimensions: 2.7 inches x 5.1 inches x 0.38 inches (LxWxT)
    • Battery: 1800 mAh Lithium-ion battery
    • Weight: 4.55 ounces

    The Sprint Epic 4G Touch is set to be available September 18th for $199.

    AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II

    • 4G – HSPA+
    • Android (2.3 Gingerbread)
    • GSM  Quad-band (850/900/1800/1900MHz)
    • UMTS Tri-band( 850/1900/2100MHz)
    • 16GB of on-board memory, as well as a microSD card slot that supports up to a 32GB memory card.
    • Screen: 4.3” Super AMOLED Plus
    • Processor: 1.2Ghz x 2 (dual core)
    • Camera:  8MP AF with LED flash + 2MP front
    • Video Record: 1080p Full HD
    • HDMI Out: HDMI via HDTV Smart Adapter with HDCP
    • Connectivity:   Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 3.0
    • Battery: 1650mAh
    • Sensor: Motion UX, 6-axis gyroscope, proximity, light, noise (Audience A2220)

    The rumored launch date for the phone is September 18th, price is expected to be the standard $199 price point.

    T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II

    Following is from the press release, more information is expected soon.

    • Galaxy S II is a 4G smartphone powered by the latest version of Android Gingerbread
    • With a 4.52-inch Super AMOLED Plus display, T-Mobile’s Galaxy S II has one of the largest screens available on a Galaxy S II device
    • Galaxy S II will have pre-loaded entertainment features, including Samsung Media Hub, T-Mobile TV and Netflix
    • Improved Samsung TouchWiz user interface and six-axis motion sensing accelerometer and gyroscope
    • Samsung Social Hub service
    • 16GB of installed memory and a microSD card slot that supports an additional 32GB memory card
    • Convergence features (view Samsung press release for specifics)
    • Enterprise solutions (view Samsung press release for specifics)
    • 8-megapixel rear facing camera with autofocus and flash and 1080p HD video recording/2-megapixel front facing camera
    • Voice Talk, Task Manager, Samsung Kies Air, and Screen Grab Feature (view Samsung press release for specifics)

    So which one are you getting?

    Source: AT&T PR, T-Mobile PR, Sprint PR

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  • Red Dead Redemption: Myths & Mavericks DLC, Free DLC From Rockstar

    It’s been a while since we heard from Red Dead Redemption, Rockstar’s premiere western GTA. Rockstar has announced the release of an upcoming DLC for the game titled Myths & Mavericks which is going to be free to download. It is releasing on September 13th, 2011.

    “This completely free Bonus Pack DLC will include new fan-favorite multiplayer characters from the single-player story, as well as new multiplayer locations including Cochinay, Nekoti Rock and Beecher’s Hope, plus new Stronghold games in Armadillo, Tumbleweed, and Chuparosa.”

    Here are the new multiplayer characters you can play as:

    • Landon Ricketts
    • Vicente DeSanta
    • Drew MacFarlane
    • Deputy Eli
    • Deputy Jonah
    • Javier Esquella
    • Nastas
    • Uncle

    Source [Rockstar]

  • iPhone ‘N94′ 4S Prototype Has An FCC ID, Announcement Imminent?

    We’ve been covering parts of the N94 next generation iPhone prototype and according the recent iOS 5 BETA 7 the phone has hit the FCC and has passed the inclusion process. After being Jailbreaked hackers discovered a file called “RegulatoryInfo-N94AP@2x~iphone.png“ from the BETA.

    Regulatory data can be found in an iOS device at Settings > General > About > Regulatory.

    The N94′s FCC ID of BCG-E2430A is similar to the BCG-E2380A ID of the GSM iPhone 4 and BCG-E2422A of the Verizon iPhone 4. After checking the current FCC records the N94′s ID is nowhere to be seen but this is common practice since the entries are suppose to go public along with the announcement of the phones. Looks like we’ll the more affordable iPhone soon enough.

    Source: MacRumors

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  • Sly Cooper 4, El Jefe To Be A Boss

    El Jefe has been confirmed as one of the bosses in Sly Cooper 4 Thieves In Time. As shown in the video premiere during E3 2011, Sly was fighting El Jefe in a presumed boss fight. El Jefe uses twin machetes which have lightning and fire powers as shown in the video. The boss fight seemed quite easy but it wasn’t shown in its entirety. Sly Cooper 4 has been kept under wraps over all when it comes to story, the only thing we know is that the pages of the book are disappearing again and Bentley gets the gang back to save the book. Sly Cooper 4 is going to be released in 2012 for the PS3 exclusively.

    Sly Cooper 4

    Sly Cooper 4 is the first game for the PS3. El Jefe is voiced by Nolan North. Sly needs to fire-proof samurai suit to defeat him, as shown in the video and seen in the Cooper Vault. He’s a mercenary commander with a lot of special powers! He’s probably the first boss in the game. Sanzaru has not released any official word about the boss yet or if he will be the first boss but chances do point to it. Sly Cooper 4 is still in its early stages of production so it’s still not safe to say what the publishers are planning for it. Some screenshots of the updated game were released in GDC 2011 which showed the game in a little better form, the graphics were improved greatly and the skin on Sly looked way better! But the textures were still pretty bad for a PS3 game, I mean this is THE Sly title for Sanzaru, they can not afford to mess this up!

    Sly Cooper 4 El Jefe Video:



    Sly Cooper 4, Where’s Carmalita Fox?

    Up till now, Carmalita hasn’t made an appearance in Sly Cooper 4 in the videos released by Sanzaru in GDC 2011. I sure do hope they bring her back, there isn’t a Sly game without Carmalita Fox chasing him. Although the story of the game seems kind of familiar to the first game’s story, I still am intrigued to see how this game turns out. Sly Cooper 4 has fans anxious to get their hands on the game, let’s hope it’s worth our expectations.

    For more updates on Sly Cooper 4, click here.