Self-righteous and Lazy Journalism

Over the past couple of days, the media has once again been in the spotlight, with Murdoch deemed neither fit or proper, and the role of England football manager being given to someone who the press hadn’t pre-approved and are now seemingly liable to destroy. But are the media really in a position to be [...]

Should Tesco Be Accountable For Their iPad Pricing Error?

Yesterday, Tesco briefly offered the new iPad, 64GB, 4G version for £49.99 on their website. Sure enough, news of such a great deal spread quickly across social networks, and it looked as if numerous people took them up on this offer. But eventually Tesco brought down the offer and ultimately the Tesco Direct site in [...]

Handheld Gaming – The Rise & Fall Of The Pocket Pleasure

Handheld gaming has been around for longer than most people think, with Mattel releasing the first electronic palm pleaser way back in 1976. Over 30 years on and almost everyone has a gaming device of significant power in their pocket in the form of their mobile phone. Casual gaming at its zenith, mobile apps give [...]

The Techpocalypse 2011

So, it’s been an interesting week for technology users to say the least. First, we get the announcement that many were expecting regarding the latest iPhone, the 4S from Apple. No redesign outwardly, but inside is a processor faster than before, a new, improved camera and a whole host of other lovely features courtesy of [...]

FIFA Through The Ages – A Love/Hate Relationship

You can tell it’s nearly Christmas when the latest video games all have a number in their titles. Unfortunately I’m a sucker for a decent franchise and do buy into the possibility that sequels can sometimes overtake their predecessors. One odd one to this rule though is FIFA. Over the years I’ve been all over [...]

3D – The New Betamax?

If you’ve read more than one or two posts on this blog, you’ll be aware that I’m rather partial to a bit of technology and a nice new shiny gadget. Whether it’s the latest videogaming platform or a new electronic abacus, I like to keep abreast of what’s going on and I hate to miss [...]

Apple – Have They Done Some Wrong?

So, as Mr Sod and his law would guarantee, as soon as I wax lyrical about Apple, I get hit – big time. My iTunes account has been hacked. I got sent an email receipt for about £7 or so. Straight away I knew that wasn’t me – I tend to only use iTunes for [...]

Apple – Can They Do No Wrong?

Yesterday the sleep/on off button/whatever it’s called on my iPhone 4 suddenly stopped working. The spring had obviously gone. As I was out and about, I thought I’d take it to the Apple Store to see what could be done. Obviously it was in warranty as the things have only been out for less than [...]

The Power of the Internet

It always amuses me when people believe whatever they put on the web shouldn’t be used against them (I’m off ill from work, but I’ve just put on Facebook that I’ve been on holiday to Ibiza!) and can’t believe that people are so lax with their personal information online. Having said that, whilst doing one [...]

Xbox 360 Vs PlayStation 3 – Part II

Well, it’s long overdue and by not-at-all popular demand, I thought I would update my views on the console wars circa 2009. You may remember that nearly two years ago, I posted that Microsoft hit the ground running with some great exclusives, a great online facility and a real drive to corner the hardcore gamer [...]