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iPhone 4S battery joked, software update possible?

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The Apple iPhone 4S and its battery-draining saga continues guys. Already reported by us here at OSM, it seems that many of you are still heading onto Apple forums to air your handset problem, along with feelings of disappointment and frustration. Despite Apple’s iPhone 4S pumping out another … [Read more...]

Galaxy Nexus rival Skyrocket: battle of Samsung

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South Korean company Samsung this year, have impressed us with a host of devices, from smartphones, tablets through to 3D TV’s and they're not stopping there. Before the year is out, its safe to say that the Galaxy S II smartphone is still selling as well as it did when first released with the … [Read more...]

US smartphone choice announces HTC

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As we now move towards the tail end of this year, it’s fair to say that 2011 has been the year of the smartphone and tablet market. Ok, so Apple already had the iPhone positioned on the market along with the iPad first generation, but during the last few months, a multitude of other branded … [Read more...]

Questioning Black Friday Galaxy Nexus release, leaked roadmap clues

Questioning Black Friday Galaxy Nexus release, leaked roadmap clues

We are now questioning a Black Friday release for the Galaxy Nexus since a Verizon leaked roadmap surfaced. We had assumed that the first Ice Cream Sandwich smartphone would be with us before the start of BF, but it now might be Black Friday week or even after.Samsung and Verizon could do … [Read more...]

Galaxy Nexus vs Lumia 800, choices

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As we swiftly move towards the tail end of 2011, its fair to say that we’ve had an impressive year in terms of new smartphone devices that have either landed or about to. One of course is that of Samsung’s Galaxy S II, with others such as Motorola’s Droid Bionic and Apple’s recent iPhone 4S … [Read more...]

Nokia Lumia 800 November 16th set free, interested?

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Talk of the arrival of Nokia’s Lumia 800 hitting UK shores, had concluded that a November landing was most likely. Recent sources now claim that a November 16th release will be active, putting Nokia’s Windows Phone out on the shelves just before Samsung unleash their Galaxy Nexus onto the … [Read more...]

Flexible Galaxy S III, iPhone 5 could copy

Flexible Galaxy S III, iPhone 5 could copy

The Galaxy S 2 is considered to be a huge success, but how can Samsung top it next year? Well one way is with a flexible Galaxy S III, and because Apple uses Sammy for some of their components there is no reason why the iPhone 5 cannot have the same kind of design. However, this could open up a … [Read more...]

Christmas Motorola Xoom 2 UK release date, official price

Christmas Motorola Xoom 2 release date, official price

We had hoped that Motorola would have offered us some fresh details on their new tablet during their recent event, but as yet nothing. However, we now have details that could see a Christmas release for a Motorola Xoom 2 release date, well in the UK. Not only that, we also have details of the … [Read more...]

Apple’s iPad school take over

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The use of iPad tablets in schools is by no means a new concept, previously here at OSM, we’ve spoken about how the popular device is being introduced into the classroom for teachers and pupils alike. But what we found interesting is that of a recent survey which shows how the iPad slate is being … [Read more...]

Kindle Fire vs Galaxy Note: Considerations

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The world of technology is forever changing and if the decision isn’t hard enough with what to choose, then another two devices are thrown into the mix, that of the Amazon Kindle Fire and Samsung Galaxy Note. … [Read more...]

AT&T LTE dual November 6th Android devices

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It’s safe to say that this year so far, has seen a massive influx of mobile phone handsets as well as tablets, laptops and so on with companies such as Samsung, Apple, HTC, Motorola and even LG all battling it out. … [Read more...]

New Microshield iPad 2 cases

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Whether you are an avid fan or not of Apple, there’s no disputing that the Cali company make some pretty impressive devices, they’ve paved the way for others with their iPhone, iPod and iPad products and it’s the latter that we wanted to talk about. … [Read more...]

Magnate case for iPhone 4S, Galaxy S / Epic 4G and Blackberry

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Often when we purchase a new smartphone device, we tend to forget how we are going to protect it from bumps, knocks and scratches. There are many accessories available on the current market but sometimes it’s our job here at OSM to make you aware of them. Over the last 2 or so weeks, since the … [Read more...]

New Apple iPad 3 display rumors

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There’s no doubt that Apple have stolen the show this year with the introduction of the iPad 2, and if news is anything to go by today, the same will be said for 2012. Rumors for the last few months, have been indicating that the Cali company will be introducing a new iPad 3, something of which … [Read more...]

Secure your Motorola DROID RAZR, 27th October

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Good news for those following Motorola’s revival of their RAZR branded handset. As of tomorrow Verizon will offer the new DROID for pre-order from 8am EST. Priced at $299.99 based on a 2 year contract, customers will be able to get their orders in at www.droiddoes.com/DroidRazr. … [Read more...]

Samsung Exhibit II 4G at Walmart: October 27th

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Samsung’s list of current and forthcoming mobile phone handsets just doesn’t seem to be stopping. With what seems to be continuous rivalry between Apple and the South Korean company, Samsung have just announced another to their range, that of the Exhibit II 4G. … [Read more...]

Affordable Nokia Lumia 710 with bright back covers

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Finnish company Nokia it seems have been busy little bees, with an announcement of some new mobile phone handsets on the way. Officially unveiled at the Nokia World conference in London just a short time ago, the new range of phones will arrive with the new Mango OS as well as specs to appeal to … [Read more...]

New Nokia Lumia 800 with new free additions

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Just announced at the recent Nokia World conference in London, the Finnish company Nokia have introduced a new handset into the mix, that of the new Lumia 800 and it impresses on first appearances. … [Read more...]

Machines play Angry Birds

Machines play Angry Birds

You may remember a few days ago that Rovio released a video trailer of their limited edition 2011 Halloween Angry Birds game. The trailer never gave much away, but now we know that there is a new character and also new surprises when you complete all 30 levels. We have to wonder if a robot will be … [Read more...]

Revisiting iPhone 4S battery life issues

Revisiting iPhone 4S battery life issues

The iPhone 4S is a little under two weeks old, and it that time there has been mixed reactions. Yes, it’s a step up from the previous version in terms of hardware, but when it comes to other areas, it seems that Apple just cannot get it right. In this post we will be revisiting the iPhone 4S … [Read more...]

Create your own iPhone 4S case from an Instagram photo

Create your own iPhone 4S case

There's a big issue with cases for the iPhone 4S at the moment, as we were told that an iPhone 4 case would fit. However, it seems that some of them block the mute switch – yes even Apple’s Bumper. We have a feeling that Apple has no need for this product now, as there is no such issue with the … [Read more...]

Sprint iPhone 4S connection problems in Europe

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It seems life for Sprint and its iPhone 4S introduction is not getting any better! For the first time ever, US carrier Sprint have been lucky enough to join that of Verizon and AT&T in retailing the popular phone, but since its official arrival on the 14th October, the carrier has experienced some … [Read more...]

Waiting for iPhone 4S bumper on Apple Store

Waiting for iPhone 4S bumper on Apple Store

Since the release of the iPhone 4S there have been some mixed reviews, the first is that of the poor battery performance and the second is its design, as its not that different on the outside to the previous version. However, there are a few subtle differences around the antenna that makes it harder … [Read more...]

iPhone 4S: Verizon, Sprint and AT&T alternatives

iPhone 4S- Verizon, Sprint and AT&T alternatives

When Apple announced that they were going to not give AT&T exclusive rights to the iPhone at the beginning of the year, we knew that it would not be that long before other carriers would follow in Verizon’s footsteps. The release of the iPhone 4S saw Sprint get in on the action as well, but it … [Read more...]

World Series live streaming on Android

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Are you a massive fan of Major League Baseball (MLB), in which case you will be interested in what we’ll about to tell you? It doesn’t matter what team you’re following and whereabouts you are when the games are showing, a new Android app will make it possible to follow everything. … [Read more...]