Orange Amplifiers' OPC get price tag
Orange Amplifiers' much-awaited OPC, a computer-powered amplifier, has been priced at £1199.
The OPC provides musicians with playing, recording, editing and computing features. It also offers a 24-bit audio interface with inputs for microphones and guitars.
The product features x64-bit version of Windows 7 Home Premium, and comes with Presonus Studio Orange custom edition, EZ Drummer Lite, Licklibrary and Acoustica Mixcraft.
Comparison between HTC Desire and HTC Wildfire
The HTC Desire comes with many striking features such as a powerful 1GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon Processor, a 3.7-ich AMOLED screen, HTC Sense UI and Android
2.1, but its hefty price tag makes its purchase a hard nut to crack.
After the success of Desire smartphone, HTC newly released the Wildfire smartphone in a bid to target customers who are not ready to purchase the expensive Desire. However it has a comparatively smaller 3.2-inch screen.
Three introduces new 'one-touch' MiFi device
Mobile broadband operator ‘Three’ has introduced a one-touch MiFi device, the Huawei 585, which allows users to establish a localized WiFi hotspot to be used by up to five devices.
The new MiFi device uses a 3G data connection to set up connection among several wireless devices. 3 said that it teamed up with Chinese manufacturer Huawei to develop the device that offers one button to connect, an improved screen and a grand browser dashboard which works across Windows, Mac and Linux devices.
Virgin Media lags behind other networks in announcing iPhone 4
Virgin Media is the only major network provider in the UK that hasn’t announced any plans to sell Apple’s newly unveiled iPhone 4.
The iPhone 4 is just two weeks away from its UK launch and five major mobile phone operators viz. T-Mobile, O2, Vodafone and Orange and ‘3’ have already confirmed that they would sell much-anticipated iPhone 4 smartphone.
Network provider ‘3’ has recently announced that customers would be able to pre-order iPhone 4 starting Tuesday, June 15th. However, none of the operators has announced the details of prices and tariffs for the upcoming phone.
Apple iPhone 4G review
Apple chief executive Steve Jobs on Monday unveiled the fourth generation iPhone, the iPhone 4G, at the Worldwide Developers Conference in San Francisco:
The iPhone 4G comes with a faster processor, a 3.5-inch display with a resolution of 960 by 640 pixels and a dual camera 5megapixel camera that can shoot HD videos also.
The battery of the latest version of the iPhone offers up to 7 hours of talk time over the 3G network. The iPhone 4G supports 2G, 3G and 4G networks. Thus, a person using the phone to talk over the 2G network gets a longer talk time.
End of unlimited data plans to affect only small fraction of O2 customers
Network provider O2’s recent announcement that it would discontinue offering unlimited data plans will affect only a small fraction of O2 customers.
First of all, customers with existing O2 contracts will not be affected by new pricing as it will apply only to new customers and customers are renewing their contracts with O2.
Argos sales falls more-than-expected; shares tumble
Home Retail Group reported worse-than-expected drop in sales at its catalogue-based Argos stores for the quarter ended May 29th, in a move that dragged shares down by 4.08 per cent or 9.7 pence to 228.3 pence-a-share. Like-for-like sales at Argos slipped 8.1 per cent over the 13-week period, leading to a 5.2 per cent fall in revenue. Total sales slipped 5.2 per cent to settle at £889 million.
Home Retail Group also announced that its Homebase chain suffered a fall of 1.4 per cent in sales over the same period.
Motorola Milestone XT720 smartphone to hit UK on July 2nd
Motorola's new Android-based Milestone XT720 smartphone, the UK version of the much-anticipated Motoroi, has appeared on the website of a leading online store, called Expansys, with July 2nd release date.
Earlier, Motorola had announced that it would launch the Milestone XT720 somwtime in the second quarter of this year.
Staff at Fairfield Hospital Spreads Awareness about Heart Disease in Women
In an attempt to make people aware of heart diseases in women, the staff at Fairfield Hospital is going to wear red colored uniforms, today.
The staff is enthusiastically supporting the Heart Foundation's campaign, Go Red for Women.
According to Albert Shafransky, Head of Cardiology Department, the disease claims the life of a many women in the country. He further adds that more than 11,000 women become a victim to this deadly disease every year. This number is four times more than the deaths caused by breast cancer.
Greene King to Purchase Four More Pubs from Punch Taverns
Greene King PLC has declared an agreement to purchase four pub restaurants. The Company will buy these pubs from Punch Taverns PLC for GBP5.3 million. This deal has brought the consideration to 23 pubs of Punch Taverns within a year. The deal between Punch Tavern and Greene King is worth £51.6 million.
The deal is unreserved for now and is expected to be finalized on July 8. It would be financed from the funds of Company rights issue. The deal would be made all in cash.
Walsh Turned Down £334,000 Bonus
The BA boss, Willie Walsh who was involved in a heated argument with the cabin crew union, last week is now denying to accept the windfall considering it “inappropriate”.
The strike resulted in a total loss of around £154million to the British Airways
Cabin crew union said that it might lead to chaos if Walsh had taken the bonus.
Walsh who is earning £735,000 a year refused the bonus because of the dispute and £531m loss on EBIT.
FSA Boss Gets Hefty Reward for Revamping FSA’s Reputation
The boss of Financial Services Authority was given a hefty reward in order to appreciate his efforts of redesigning the reputation of the watchdog of the city.
Hector Sants is the man of the hour as he was awarded a bonus of £108,000 for his efforts of giving a refreshed reputation to FSA. The efforts were specifically important as the same was done in the wake of shaky and tense financial environment.
Reports claim that the out-going Chief Executive would donate the huge amount to charity. It is believed that he was paid a total of £742,011.
9% Fall In Shares of Argos's Parent Company
In the wake of extremely disappointing and poor sales, Agro’s parent Company, the Home Retail Group witnessed a fall in its shares at the rate of 9.7%.
As per the reports, the shares fell 9.7% to 228.3p.
Further, it was confirmed by Home Retail that the sales at its Homebase chain also declined by 1.4pc, over the period.
Commenting on the performance, Home Retail's Chief Executive, Terry Duddy said that the figure revealed were not what the Company was anticipating or expecting.
Interest Rates Kept On Hold by Bank of England and ECB
In the wake of an unpleasant combination of feeble growth and high inflation, the Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee has opted to hold the rates at 0.5pc.
Further, the quantitative easing target was also not altered and was maintained at £200bn of asset purchases.
Reports claim that the MPC also chose not to stiffen the policy, despite the high cost of inflation, which was running at 3.7pc. The same is almost double of 2pc, which is the official target.
Brewer Fuller Witnesses 17 % Jump in Profits
One of the biggest British pubs operators and brewers, Fuller Smith & Turner has witnessed a jump of 17% in the full-year pretax profit. The news was brought out on Friday.
It is reported that with the increase in profits, the Company has not only taken down the market expectations but has also ensured a solid start to the current year.
Disobeying the forecast of 25.2 million, which was made by a Thomson Reuters I/B/E/S poll of 6 analysts, the brewer giants made an adjusted pretax profit of 26.6 million pounds ($38.8 million) in the year to Mar. 27.
Mortal Kombat’s New Game to Come Soon
Warner Bros. has declared the return of Mortal Kombat for the PS3 and Xbox 360.
Mortal Combat will be reappearing with an easier, cleaner and a bloodier game. Earlier, simplifications and blood were not the elements of Mortal Kombat.
In the trailers, the game seems to pay attention to the early days of Mortal Kombat, when children used to stay away from the game, however, some kids liked it too. In the announcement of the game as well, it was mentioned that the game would show the most horrible deaths and blood.
The Cleveland Show Chosen for Third Season
Fox in its comedy section has chosen a Freshman comedy for its third season. ‘The Cleveland Show’ has also been allowed for its third season. Earlier, Fox chose the ‘Family Guy’ for its second session.
Because of long lead time, Fox chooses its additional seasons comparatively earlier. Before this selection, ‘Glee’ has also been picked up for its third season.
Afraid of Stalker, Shawn Contemplated Quitting the Dance Show
According to a recent report, Shawn Johnson, disclosed on Sunday that a Florida man has been stalking her. She is reported to be so terrified that she even contemplated to quit “Dancing with the Stars”, which is a famous TV show.
Johnson shot to fame after winning a gold medal in gymnastics in the Olympic Games.
The alleged stalker is a person called Robert M. O'Ryan .He has been charged for stalking, commercial burglary and felony.
Madge Unhappy over Comparisons with Gaga
According to a recent report, Madonna thinks that Lady Gaga is an imitator. Madonna is reported to be infuriated whenever she watches the clips of Lady Gaga’s performance. However, Madonna acknowledges her expertise as a pianist and musician.
Madonna does not seem to be pleased with comparisons with her younger competitor, as she thinks that she is matchless.
Crowe’s Death Reports on Internet, a Prank
In a recent development, Russel Crowe‘s death report on internet have been declared false. This is not the first time that such incidence has occurred.
There are many actors whose fake death rumors have hit the internet from time to time. Other stars who have been a victim to these rumors are Tom Cruise, Eminem, Britney Spears and George Clooney.
Many internet users were eager to find out whether these reports were true, throughout the day. Different websites debate the story, with each coming up with its own account.