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  • Playstation Vita Release Date Leaked

    According to a flier released by Block Buster UK, PlayStation Vita release date was shown as October 28. Whether this news is authentic or not, it has yet to be confirmed.

    This was reported by IGN, Block Buster UK released a new flier which listed the upcoming games and consoles. It contained a listing for PlayStation Vita as can be seen below. The listing showed a 28th October release date and a launch price of 229.99 euro for the Wi-Fi only model. The 3G model was listed as 279.99 euros.

    This price is a little expensive as compared to the US. The official price for US was $250 for the Wi-Fi only model while if we convert this European price to US, we will get $330.

    It is still unconfirmed whether this is for Europe only or it is a global launch date. Japan will be getting Playstation Vita on 12th December, 2011 as announced by Kaz Hirai during this year’s E3. Sony previously said that PS Vita will launch in Japan and US first before making its debut in Europe. This news makes it look like Europe will be likely getting this handled first but like we said, it is a rumor only so far so better wait for the official launch date.

    Recently, Nintendo slashed the price of 3DS from $250 to $170. This was a surprise as 3DS has been barely out for a few months now. The PlayStation Vita, being the direct competitor to 3DS, needs to have a stronger launch in order to benefit Sony.

    Source: IGN

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  • New Counter-Strike Game Announced, Coming Soon To PS3, Xbox 360, PC and Mac

    The rumors swirling around the internet were true after all. Valve has announced Counter-Strike Global Offensive for PS3, Xbox 360, PC and Mac. This new game will be released on PC on Steam while Xbox 360 and PS3 will get it on XBLA and PSN. The release date hasn’t been specified yet but an early 2012 date was given by Valve.

    Counter-Strike is a popular game which wasn’t originally a full fledged game but just a sort of mod of the original Half-Life for PC. It became the most played online PC game in 1999 and is still popular today despite showing its age now.

    This recent Counter-Strike news will cheer a lot of the die-hard Counter-Strike fans and considering the fact that it is made available on almost every mainstream gaming platform these days, it will surely be a treat. You can read the full press release below.

    VALVE ANNOUNCES COUNTER-STRIKE: GLOBAL OFFENSIVE (CS: GO)

    Next Gen Console, PC, and Mac Release Targeted for Early 2012

    August 13, 2011 – Valve, creators of best-selling game franchises (such as Counter-Strike, Half-Life, Left 4 Dead, Portal, and Team Fortress) and leading technologies (such as Steam and Source), today announced Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS: GO).
    Targeted for release via Playstation Network, Xbox Live Arcade, and Steam (for PC and Mac) in early 2012, CS: GO will expand upon the team-based action gameplay that it pioneered when it was launched exactly 12 years ago (CS beta 1, August 1999).
    CS: GO features new maps, characters, and weapons and delivers updated versions of the classic CS content (de_dust, etc.). In addition, CS: GO will introduce new gameplay modes, matchmaking, leader boards, and more.
    “Counter-Strike took the gaming industry by surprise when the unlikely MOD became the most played online PC action game in the world almost immediately after its release in August 1999,” said Doug Lombard, VP of Marketing at Valve. “For the past 12 years, it has continued to be one of the most-played games in the world, headline competitive gaming tournaments and selling over 25 million units worldwide across the franchise. CS: GO promises to expand on CS’ award-winning gameplay and deliver it to gamers on the PC as well as the next gen consoles and the Mac.”
    CS: GO is being developed by Valve in cooperation with Seattle-based Hidden Path Entertainment. The title is targeted for release in early 2012 and will be playable at this year’s PAX Prime and London Games Festival.
    For more information, please visit http://store.steampowered.com/app/1800/
    ValveCounter-Strike Global Offensive

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  • PlayStation 3 Latest Firmware Update To Add Some Cool New Features

    Sony has released the details on the upcoming firmware update for the PlayStation 3. According to official PlayStation blog, this new update will add the ability to auto-synch trophies and have a auto-upload function for online save data. There is a catch though, it is limited to PlayStation Plus subscribers only. Read more to find out the full change log.

    Sadly, as we know, the most promising new features are only available to people who have a PlayStation Plus subscription meaning regular users won’t be able to enjoy it. So what about the regular users? What do they get with this new firmware update. Well according to the press release, the regular users are also getting some new features.

    For starters, there is nothing really important. There is a new category added on XMB which will include all the Video Applications at one place for ease of use. There is also a new recommend function which will allow you to share you recommendations with others for PlayStation Store items. Along with these minor updates, this new firmware update will also bring updated support for 3D and Blu-ray playback. Read the official press release below:-

    Hi everyone! As we are continuously working toward providing the best gaming and entertainment experience on PlayStation 3, I wanted to give you all a heads up on the following new features and changes coming with the next system software update (v.3.70).

    To make things easier for PlayStation Plus subscribers, we’ve added the option to automate two existing features. The [Automatic Download] feature will now be called [Automatic Update] as a result of these new options.

    A new auto upload function for online save data back-up will be added to make it easier to back-up your game save data. Under (Game), select the game for which you want to automatically upload saved data, and then press the Triangle button.
    Also, Trophies will now sync automatically at the timing of Auto Download.
    A new recommendation function will be added that enables you to share your recommendations for PlayStation Store items, such as games and videos, with PlayStation Network friends. You will be able to send messages with a store link from the product pages within the PlayStation Store.
    Due to the increase in video applications being offered on PS3, we are adding a new category on the XMB called TV/Video Services. This category will include video applications such as Netflix, Hulu PLUS, and VUDU.

    You’ll be able to find and download all of the video applications available on PS3 directly from this new XMB category.
    A folder labeled “My Channels” within this category will allow you to easily access your downloaded applications.
    Any videos downloaded from the PlayStation store will continue to be placed in the existing Video category on the XMB

    Two updates for all of you enjoying Blu-ray 3D movies on PS3:

    3D support will now be available when accessing Java-based special features on Blu-Ray
    DTS-HD MA, DTS-HD HR decoding/bit stream output (or lossless audio) will be supported while playing Blu-ray 3D movies.
    3D digital photos in MPO format can now be viewed in 3D on the XMB and in the Photo Gallery app.

    Source: PlayStation Blog

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  • PTCL Offers Free EVO 3G Nitro USB Device

    Another clever marketing tactics by PTCL, they have announced that any customer who pays the upfornt charges of about 3 months for EVO 3G Nitro(Which amount to 9000 PKR) won’t have to pay the cost of the actual USB device. It is important to mention here that the USB device costs 4000 PKR currently and with its monthly charges added which are 3000 PKR, it is easily about 7000 PKR a month for a first purchase. Starting from the 4th Month, Customers will have to pay the standard charges of 3000 PKR per month.

    PTCL claims it is the fastest USB device as evident from what is posted on their website. See it below

    EVO 3G Nitro is Pakistan’s fastest Mobile broadband solution! Nitro opens a whole new world of possibilities for on-the-go wireless connectivity.

    • Cruise with Matchless Speed of up to 9.3 Mbps.*
    • Enhanced user experience
    • Faster web browsing
    • High Quality Video Streaming
    • Unlimited Downloads
    • Faster uploads
    • Plug & Play—Instant Connectivity
    • USB compatible with laptops & Desktops.
    • Nitro “Rev.B” Coverage in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Lahore & Karachi.
    • Average data rates vary between 1.25 Mbps- 3.75 Mbps
    • Backward compatibility & seamless roaming on Rev A Network (up to 3.1Mbps) in 99 cities across the country.
    • Device Upgrades available for existing Evo customers.

    We have personally never tested this device but what we have heard so far from its users clearly shows that it barely matches any of these claims given by PTCL here.

    See the Full Press Release and the Commercial Advertisement below.

    Under this offer, customer shall be offered a Free Nitro USB on making an advance payment of 3months line rent.

    Key Highlights:

    • Cruise with Matchless Speed of up to 9.3 Mbps.*
    • Enhanced user experience
    • Faster web browsing
    • High Quality Video Streaming
    • Unlimited Downloads
    • Faster uploads
    • Plug & Play—Instant Connectivity
    • USB compatible with laptops & Desktops.
    • Average data rates vary between 1.25 Mbps- 3.75 Mbps
    • Backward compatibility & seamless roaming on Rev A Network (up to 3.1Mbps) in 99 cities across the country
    • Device Upgrades available for existing Evo customers

    Business Rules:

    • Promotion is applicable for all new Nitro sales Only.
    • Customer will have to pay 3 months line rent (Rs.9000) in advance for being eligible to avail the offer.
    • For Advance billing package, customer will have to make advance payment of Rs.9000 in advance at the time of availing this offer at any PTCL OSS.
    • For PSTN billing package, customer will have to pay 3months advance line rent at the time of purchase (unlike normal PSTN packages).
    • For PSTN billing package, the customer shall not be billed EVO charges in his PSTN bill for the first 3 months; billing shall start from the fourth month.
    • Promotion is valid for sales made through PTCL In-house sales channels only.
    • Promotion is not valid for sales made through franchises and other in-direct sales channels.
    • Promotion is valid for Nitro Commercial Promo packages only.
    • Promotion is not valid for Employee & other discounted packages.
    • Promotion is not valid for EVO & Wi-Fi Cloud customers.

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