Ok, I wouldn't normally do this under any circumstances but in the lead up to the release of the next Grand Theft Auto game, I have built a site in which there will be news of the new game.
Please note there will be NO rumors at all, everything that appears on that site will be genuine information sourced from reliable sources (Credited where applicable)
Anyways enough has been said, the link is over there on the right >>>>>
Go check it out soon (Currently being designed ready for use)
NOTE:Apologies for not posting this on the day I promised, I was caught up in some unexpected work and unfortunately this had to take a back seat.
The Latest addition to Apples Operating System brings on a whole host of new features, these are listed below.
MultiTasking on iPad; This new function will allow you to run multiple applications at the same time without causing the battery to run down unnecessarily.
Folders on iPad: Now the iPad can store up to 2400 Apps with the new folders allowing you to drag and drop your apps. (Currently each folder can hold 12 Apps)
AirPrint: brings you wireless printing from inside your very own wireless network (AirPrint enabled printers are required)
AirPlay: watch your movies on your Apple TV and AirPlay enabled speakers for that real cinema experience.
Find My iPhone, iPad or iPod touch: If you've lost it then you can now find it with this new feature (Visit www.me.com for more info on this feature)
Other features include:
Updated Game Center with more achievements!.
iTunes Film Rentals.
Unified Email Inbox.
Text Search in Webpages.
Custom Fonts in Notes.
Event replies in calendar app.
Keyboard enhancement with 50 new langauges.
Accessibility enhancement (Wireless keyboard and braille display)
Better enterprise support (With additional security features)
New Text tones (iPhone only)
Overall here are my ratings for the new OS:
Looks: 8/10 * STILL no wallpaper for the homescreen Fluidity: 9/10 * Faster Boot time for iPod Touch 2nd Generation (3rd,4th Gen iPod Touch, iPhone 4 and iPad are untested as yet) Speed: 9/10 * Faster response to interaction from user Default Design Concept: 9/10 * Doesn't change the users settings from previous Operating systems, could do with a more custom feel. Cost: 10/10 *The Upgrade is still FREE so no marks lost!.
Total Score: 45/50
Hopefully this has proved insightful about the new IOS 4.2.1, hope you enjoy it.
Thats right everyone, DotHorizon has gone Mobile, check out our Twitter page!!!, The link is over on the right in the Mobile TechBytes section. Please Follow it !.
In other news, tomorrow (Saturday 27th November) I will be updating here with a Full overview and review of the new Apple iPhone Operating system, so be sure to check back for that.
OK, As promised here is a fairly complete review of the new Xbox 360 Dashboard re-design.
There are 5 main new features to the new dashboard, these include the following:
System Modification: Along with the following updates Microsoft have done some work on the system design of the Xbox, A new Boot screen is implemented for the Xbox, Faster game loading (Only those that are installed on the Hard Drive of the console). Plus support on European consoles for 16GB USB sticks to be used as extra Xbox disk space. (Cloning and modification of the files saved on the USB's is still not allowed and can result in a ban from XboxLIVE.
Updated Interface: The new interface takes itself from the new Windows 7 Phone, the whole design has lost the "bevel" feel of the green design, however creating your XboxLIVE avatar character is now a whole lot easier with some new tweaks.
Netflix: Netflix has recieved an update in this new UI upgrade, allowing you to browse your films with a lot more ease. However the service is restricted to US residents at the moment (Due to legislation of the content)
Kinect Support: Support for the new motion sensor by Microsoft has been added to the dashboard, this was to co-incide with the release of the accessory (Currently the features haven't been tested by myself, since I don't have a Kinect)
All-new ESPN3: EPSN is supported via the dashboard, however a GOLD subscription is required to use this service.
Below is a video showing off the new features and boot screen
Video is courtesy of: RedmondPie.com Located on: Youtube, By User: GearLive
I hope this has entertained your needs for the information about the new Metro Update. Thank you for reading.
If you suffer from laggy/jerking videos when you attempt to stream a video on YouTube, Dailymotion, GoogleVideos etc, then there is a simple fix which allows you to remove this flaw.
Right Click on the streaming video Select Settings Click on each tab until you find the Enable Hardware Acceleration Box DeSelect the checkbox and apply the settings. Press F5 and problem solved.
My apologies to those who read this and haven't seen me update in quite a while. This is mainly due to me being busy, but rest assured i will be updating more in the near future.
Still to come: * Apple Iphone OS 4.2 review and overview * Microsoft Xbox 360 "Metro" Theme Review * Plus a few valuable tips and tricks to make your PC / MAC / Games Console run like a dream