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LG Optimus 2X confirmed for January UK release

<img src="http://cdn.mos.techradar.com//classifications/Mobile%20Phones/LG/LG_Optimus_2x-200-200.jpg"> LG has confirmed that the dual-core Tegra 2 LG Optimus 2X will make its debut in Europe next month. The Korean company has confirmed that the phone is imminent while announcing that legendary movie theme composer Ennio Morricone will be making exclusive ringtones for the handset. "The exclusive music will be preloaded on LG smartphones starting with the LG Optimus 2X set to debut next month in Europe," said LG's official release. UK price We already have an approximate LG Optimus 2X UK price of around £470 courtesy of pre-orders from Europe, and we know that Nvidia's Tegra 2 will provide the processor power for a 4-inch screen and Android 2.2. LG will be keen to put a major mobile phone slump in Q3 of 2010 behind them, and the LG Optimus 2X will be joined by the LG B smartphone which should make its debut in the coming weeks. These handsets will join the Android-toting LG Optimus One and LG Optimus 7 with Windows Phone 7, as the Korean company looks to get its mobile sales back on track.

LG Optimus 2X confirmed for January UK release

LG has confirmed that the dual-core Tegra 2 LG Optimus 2X will make its debut in Europe next month. The Korean company has confirmed that t...

Samsung Galaxy S Android 2.3 Gingerbread update confirmed

<img src="http://cdn.mos.techradar.com//Review%20images/TechRadar/Mobile%20phones/Samsung/Samsung%20Galaxy%20S/Samsung_Galaxy_S_35-200-200.jpg">  <DIV class=almost_half_cell id=gt-res-content> <DIV dir=ltr>Samsung has used the medium of Twitter to confirm that the flagship phone, the <a href="http:///" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Samsung Galaxy S</A>, will actually get an <a href="http:///" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Android 2.3</A> update Bread. Two tweets came from the official Samsung Mobile India account <a href="http://twitter.com/#%21/Samsung_Mobiles/status/12437775529803776" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</A>, which were sent in response to questions from two owners Galaxy S. The Samsung originally told TechRadar: "If a new version of the operating system Android is publicly announced and released, Samsung will review the applicability of this new version of existing products with Samsung's operating system Android (" Information ") ". But now is the confirmation that the update will come, the only blemish on could be a delay of entry into Europe - we are working to find an answer to this for you. Android 2.3 incoming This double confirmation will delight owners Galaxy S as a double rainbow as a decent new features in Android 2.3. Features include better use of technology in gaming, an improved keyboard and a decent copy and paste. There is no release date for the UK Samsung Galaxy S Android 2,3 briefing Bread, but we'll keep you posted once we have a visit from Google gingerbread man.</DIV></DIV>

Samsung Galaxy S Android 2.3 Gingerbread update confirmed

Samsung has used the medium of Twitter to confirm that the flagship phone, the Samsung Galaxy S , will actually get an Android 2.3 update...

Exclusive: Confirmed: TiVo iPad app will come to Virgin Media service

<img src="http://cdn.mos.techradar.com//classifications/home-entertainment/tv/VirginUI_non4x3/tivo_ipad_app-200-200.jpg"> Virgin Media's new TiVo powered service will be taking advantage of the TiVo iPad app – turning it into a powerful remote and companion device. TiVo is showing off its new iPad app in video and it has been enthusiastically received by the US market in which the PVR giant is dominant. But UK consumers can look forward to the prospect of turning their iPads into a remote for their new <a href="http://cdn.mos.techradar.com//classifications/home-entertainment/tv/TiVo%20Box%20and%20Remote-218-85.jpg">Virgin Media TiVo service</A> boxes. Paired Once paired with a box it not only offers you a remote, but also gives you easy access to information, remote record and a host of other options that make your iPad very useful in this context. Confirming the news, Cindy Rose, executive director of digital entertainment at Virgin Media, told TechRadar that users could "look forward to the app coming next year". The new <a href="http://cdn.mos.techradar.com//classifications/home-entertainment/tv/TiVo%20Box%20and%20Remote-218-85.jpg">Tivo powered Virgin Media</A> service is a massive new addition to the UK TV market – with the partnership bringing key changes to the Virgin cable platform. The new boxes that carry TiVo will start to appear this month, and the service will continue to expand through 2011.

Exclusive: Confirmed: TiVo iPad app will come to Virgin Media service

Virgin Media's new TiVo powered service will be taking advantage of the TiVo iPad app – turning it into a powerful remote and companion ...

NFS Shift Sequel Confirmed for Spring 2011

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Electronic Arts has confirmed that the sequel for Need for Speed: Shift titled Need For Speed Shift 2: Unleashed is under way. The first successful quasi-simulation endeavour from the NFS franchise, after the flop NFS: Porsche Unleashed (2000), this game is slated to release in Spring 2011. EA says that Shift 2 will improve on the existing genre bending features in the reboot, along with a brand new rendering engine that is touted to bring even more realistic graphics to the table. 
 
Shift 2 will incorporate some of Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit's signature features like the Autolog, which will add a social angle by keeping the player in the loop with friends; comparing their performance and achievements, in addition to allowing them to better their friends' point scores, lap times and otherwise let players challenge each other. The sequel producer, Marcus Nilsson, informed that the development team is "working closely with real-world performance drivers to ensure that Shift 2: Unleashed captures their experience and becomes the benchmark in authentic racing action". The game will be released on PC, PS3 and Xbox 360 platforms. 
 
 
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While there are many quasi-simulators that aren't accurate, the idea is to lean towards being fun - striking a fine balance between reward and realism. While NFS Shift wasn't the most accurate simulator, it's one of the few games out there that can show you why a Lotus Elise is better than a Porsche Carrera, and what makes enthusiasts prefer the Pagani Zonda F over the Lamborghinis and the Ferraris of the world. 
 
Shift captured the essence of each car - things like the sharp steering response and the pivoting agility offered by the small wheelbase of the Lotus, and the ability to show the difference between the lack of mechanical grip at slow speeds and a gradual increase in high speed grip generated by massive downforce of a lightweight Zonda F. These are things that made it so awesome. Let's hope the sequel stays true to the spirit of Shift.

NFS Shift Sequel Confirmed for Spring 2011

Electronic Arts has confirmed that the sequel for Need for Speed: Shift titled Need For Speed Shift 2: Unleashed is under way. The first su...