Original Microsoft Band drops to £50 in the UK

Microsoft keeps slashing the price of the original Band in the UK, the latest drop brings it to £50. You also get an extra charging cable that's normally worth £17. The Microsoft Band features a 1.4" TFT, a continuous heart rate monitor, GPS and UV monitor, plus enough sensors to track your golf swing, running, biking and so on. It works with Windows Phone, but is not platform-snobbish and supports Google's Android and Apple's iOS. Again, this is the old band, the Microsoft Band 2 is £200. You get a better screen (a comfy curved AMOLED) with a more durable glass, an extra sensor (a galvanic skin response). It can also estimate VO2 Max. Source |...

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OnePlus 2 available via open sale in India for limited period

If you have been wanting to buy a OnePlus 2 and somehow couldn't manage to snag one of the umpteen invites going around, you can now just go to Amazon and buy it. OnePlus has announced that it will be selling the OnePlus 2 in India on November 25 till 27 without an invite through Amazon. Other than being a limited time offer, it's also a limited stock offer and is only valid till the stock lasts. So if you want one, you better...

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Lifetime PlayStation 4 sales cross 30 million mark

Sony has revealed that a total of 30.2 million PlayStation 4 units have been sold worldwide till now. Back in March this year, that number stood at around 20.2 million, suggesting that on average around 1.25 million PS4 consoles have been selling each month thereon, something which is quite impressive. For those who aren't aware, the gaming console was released in the month of November 2013. So, the Japanese company has crossed the 30 million milestone in just over two years. PS4's main competitor is Microsoft's Xbox One, which was the top selling gaming console in the US last month, although actual sales numbers weren't revealed. However, Sony comfortably leads when it comes to the worldwide game console market. Via 1 2...

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Google Drive for iOS now supports 3D Touch

Google Drive's iOS app has received an update, bumping it to version 4.4 and bringing some new features including 3D Touch and notifications for new files. The update brings along support for the 3D Touch feature, allowing users of Apple's newest phones - the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus - to access a couple of options by pushing with more pressure on the app's icon. These options include 'Upload Photos' and 'Search'. In addition, the updated app now notifies you whenever someone shares a new file with you. Also, now you can find files in Drive from iOS Search, as well as open them directly from within search results. Finally, the app now also supports Split View and Slide Over multitasking on iPad and iPad Pro. The updated app is now available for download - head to the Source link below. Source |...

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Samsung Galaxy A7 (2016) with 3GB RAM passes through TENAA

The next-gen Samsung Galaxy A7 - which received Bluetooth certification last week and was also recently spotted on AnTuTu - has now been certified by Chinese certification authority TENAA, revealing some of its key specs. Carrying a model number of SM-A7100, the device is powered by an octa-core 1.7GHz CPU, and sports a 5.5-inch (1920×1080 pixel resolution) OLED display. It comes with 3GB RAM (compared to 2GB offered by the original Galaxy A7) and 16GB expandable internal memory. In terms of camera, the handset features an 8MP or 13MP rear unit and a 5MP front shooter. Weighing in at 155 gms and measuring 151.5 × 73.95 × 6.95 mm, the Galaxy A7 (2016) runs Android 5.1.1 Lollipop out-of-the-box. Color options include golden. Source |...

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Lumia 950 XL pre-orders start shipping in US

When Microsoft started taking pre-orders for the Lumia 950 XL smartphone in the US last week, it was revealed that the device will begin shipping by November 25. However, some of those who pre-ordered the device last week have already received their shipment email. Those planning to order to the phone now are out of luck as the handset seems to be out of stock at Microsoft Store currently - it's listed as 'coming soon' with 'Email me when available' button at the bottom. As for the smaller Lumia 950 flagship smartphone, it is already available for purchase in the US since late last week - selling for just $19.97 on contract or $599 sans contract. Keep in mind that it's currently exclusive to AT&T in the country. Both Windows 10-powered devices will be launched in the UK and India next week, with events planned for December 2 and November 30, respectively. Those attending the events will also be able to purchase the...

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