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Samsung: Galaxy S4 Zoom? - The iPhone Killers little brother is back!
Apple: iPhone? iPad? iWatch? What to expect from the US firm this year!
Upon releasing the Galaxy S3 mini last year, Samsung will most likely follow suit this year by releasing a trimmed down version of the new S4. The interesting rumour is the name, the ‘Zoom’. Some predict that this may mean that the mini version of the S4 is more of a digital camera, with phone functionalities, which would push the ‘Zoom’ into a yet untapped smartcamera niche, rather than being a smartphone. It may be too soon for that, and we think it will probably be more phone than camera, but still... it’s an interesting rumour! and certainly one to keep on eye on, and has the potential to bring something completely new.
With the recent announcement of the S4 release, it’s now a long wait to see what genius features Apple will come up with in the way of the iPhone 6/5s/5gs, or whatever name they come up with. Until then, we have a probable next generation iPad to look forward to, and speculation about iPhone Nanos, the next generation of the iPod touch, and rumours of Apple wristwatchs, a budget iPhone and new Macbooks. As usual Apple are keeping tight lipped for now but that usually means there is something worth keeping secrets for.
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Next issue we will take a look at the next Xbox, delve deeper into the Galaxy S4 mini and investigate what is probably the inevitable iPhone Mini/Nano.
These bargain gadgets are perfect for dealing with student life Macneil Mcn500 Talking Alarm Clock £3.43 play.com Never be late for a lecture again with this brilliant bargain buy. A unique and stylish alarm clock will wake you up to both the current time and the room temperature via a talking voice. Also simply tilt the gadget to hear the current time or set it to announce the time and temp on an hourly basis.
Self Stirring Mug, £2.40 amazon.co.uk This is a must have for anyone with those dreaded 9am lectures which we know you never miss (cough cough). Simply tip your tea or chuck your coffee straight into the cup and screw on the lid. Then you can hit the thumb-friendly button and be on your way as your brew stirs itself.
Magic Wand – Programmable TV Remote £39.99 thinkgeek.com Whether you are a Harry or a Hermione this is the perfect way to flick from channel to channel in true magical style. Teach your wand to respond to particular magical motions with up to 13 commands from your existing remotes. If that is not enough for you, a beam of light will shoot out of the unicorn tail hair and magic will happen.
Shocking Pen £3.95 red5.co.uk Two words: simply genius. Let’s face it, pens and students go together as well as politicians and simple answers but never fear, with this pal pranking pen your friends won’t ever try to steal it, not after the first time. One click is all it takes to send shockwaves through their hand and brighten up your day. All you have to do is keep it separate from your real pen, or the joke’s on you.
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13/05/2013 16:04