It’s official, iPad 2 has arrived, 33% thinner and lighter, twice as fast, 2 cameras, Facetime, HDMI output, AirPla, smart covers… all wrapped in to a fantastic iOS 4.3 update.

Apple has just made its second-generation iPad official! It features a 1GHz dual-core A5 chip and, finally, cameras, both front and rear! The new CPU is said to be up to twice as fast, with graphics performance up to nine times better than on the original iPad, while power requirements have been kept the same. Battery life is, consequently, unaltered, with Apple promising 10 hours. Pricing, too, has been left unchanged, starting at $499. The new tablet will come with an HDMI output capable of 1080p – which will set you back $39 for the requisite dongle – but we’ve yet to hear any rumblings of Thunderbolt connectivity. There’s an enlarged speaker grille on the back, as expected, though resolution has not budged from the original iPad’s 1024 x 768.

720p video recording at 30fps will be on tap from the rear-facing camera, which can also do a 5x digital zoom if you’re into that kind of thing, whereas the front-facing imager will record at a more modest VGA resolution, also at 30fps.

There’s a new cover for the device, which is best defined by Steve Jobs himself: “We designed the case right along side the product. It’s not a case – it’s a cover.” Basically, it’s a magnetic flap that protects the front and automatically wakes and puts the device to sleep according to whether it’s open or closed. Guess we know what that proximity sensor was about now. These Smart Covers will cost $39 in plastic or $69 if you opt for leather.

The iPad 2 is 33 percent thinner than its predecessor, at a mind-melting 8.8mm, and a little lighter at just over 600g, while chromatic options have been expanded: you’ll get a choice between white and black. It’ll be available on both AT&T and Verizon, and all variants start shipping on March 11th. Apple Retail Stores will start sales at the unusual hour of 5PM, which will probably make online pre-orders the fastest way to get yours.

In terms of new software, Apple’s launching iOS 4.3 alongside the new iPad and bringing with it much improved Safari performance as well as FaceTime, Photo Booth, iMovie and GarageBand (the latter two costing $4.99 a piece) apps specifically for the newly camera-enriched iPad. Personal Hotspot capabilities are also arriving in the latest version of the OS, but they’ll be exclusive to the iPhone 4, so you won’t be able to share your 3G iPad’s connection.

It’s official, iPad 2 has arrived, 33% thinner and lighter, twice as fast, 2 cameras, Facetime, HDMI output, AirPla, smart covers… all wrapped in to a fantastic iOS 4.3 update.

Apple has just made its second-generation iPad official! It features a 1GHz dual-core A5 chip and, finally, cameras, both front and rear! The new CPU is said to be up to twice as fast, with graphics performance up to nine times better than on the original iPad, while power requirements have been kept the same. Battery life is, consequently, unaltered, with Apple promising 10 hours. Pricing, too, has been left unchanged, starting at $499. The new tablet will come with an HDMI output capable of 1080p – which will set you back $39 for the requisite dongle – but we’ve yet to hear any rumblings of Thunderbolt connectivity. There’s an enlarged speaker grille on the back, as expected, though resolution has not budged from the original iPad’s 1024 x 768.

720p video recording at 30fps will be on tap from the rear-facing camera, which can also do a 5x digital zoom if you’re into that kind of thing, whereas the front-facing imager will record at a more modest VGA resolution, also at 30fps.

There’s a new cover for the device, which is best defined by Steve Jobs himself: “We designed the case right along side the product. It’s not a case – it’s a cover.” Basically, it’s a magnetic flap that protects the front and automatically wakes and puts the device to sleep according to whether it’s open or closed. Guess we know what that proximity sensor was about now. These Smart Covers will cost $39 in plastic or $69 if you opt for leather.

The iPad 2 is 33 percent thinner than its predecessor, at a mind-melting 8.8mm, and a little lighter at just over 600g, while chromatic options have been expanded: you’ll get a choice between white and black. It’ll be available on both AT&T and Verizon, and all variants start shipping on March 11th. Apple Retail Stores will start sales at the unusual hour of 5PM, which will probably make online pre-orders the fastest way to get yours.

Check out Love Shopping With Us for the iPad 2 accessories – as they arrive!

You have a phone, you have a DSLR, yet although you love them both equally, the two pretty much never speak. This failure in capturing synergistic value is now at an end, however, thanks to the BlueSLR Bluetooth dongle and its accompanying iOS app. Compatible with iPhones (down to the 3G model), iPod touches (second generation and above), and iPads, this remote control system will let you manually trigger your Nikon’s shutter release from a distance of up to 300 feet. There’s also GPS tagging, if you’re into that sort of thing, and a toggle in the app for adjusting exposure length.

The app itself’s free, though the dongle will set you back a mighty $149. At least it communicates via Bluetooth, which won’t require line of sight like Nikon’s own IR remotes. Compatibility is set to expand to include Canon DSLRs and Android and BlackBerry smartphones in the future, but if you’ve already got a D5000 and an iPhone 4 lying around looking wistfully at one another, you can pre-order your BlueSLR at the source link below.

It doesn’t have the X10’s beefy spec sheet and the X10 mini’s  cute look, but if you’re looking for a midrange Android device that’s a little lighter on the pocketbook, you might want to keep your eyes glued to O2 in the UK where the X8  is now slated for a September launch. Pricing hasn’t been announced, but considering that it tops out with a 3.2 megapixel camera and will go unsubsidized for £259, we imagine you won’t need to spend very much on your monthly plan to get it for free. Let’s hope it comes off Android 1.6 quickly.

If you are experiencing reception issues with your iPhone 4, you are eligible to receive an iPhone 4 Bumper or other select third-party case from Apple at no charge.  Download this free app onto your iPhone 4 and apply for your free Bumper or case. (But you’ll have to wait a minimum of 3 – 5 weeks).

If you purchase an iPhone 4 before September 30, 2010, you may be eligible to receive an iPhone 4 Bumper or a select third-party case from Apple at no charge.

Follow these steps to apply for a Bumper or case.

1. Download the iPhone 4 Case Program app from the App Store.
2. Launch the app on your iPhone 4 and sign in using your iTunes Store account.
3. Apply for your Bumper or case.

For iPhone 4 purchases made on or before July 23, 2010, you must apply no later than August 22, 2010; otherwise, you must apply within 30 days of your iPhone 4 purchase. To qualify for this program, you must purchase your iPhone 4 by September 30, 2010.

If you bought from Apple

We will give you a full refund for your previously purchased iPhone 4 Bumper, including VAT and shipping fees.

Cash, check, or gift card at an Apple Retail Store

Return to the store with your original receipt by September 30, 2010, to get your refund.

If you bought from
an O2 Store

We’ll reimburse you for the purchase price of your iPhone 4 Bumper. Just fill out this rebate form and mail it to us by September 23, 2010. We’ll send your rebate as soon as we process your claim. Terms and conditions apply.

How do you make sure your iPhone 4 is charged and synchronised?

This iPhone 4 cradle is the simplest and the best way to synchronise and charge your iPhone 4. Not only that but the iPhone 4 cradle also offers the following features:

Apple iPhone 4 USB Desktop Cradle

• Stylish, compact design.
• Small and lightweight
• Enables synchronisation between your Apple iPhone 4 and PC/Laptop.
• Charges your iPhone 4 whilst synchronising
• Comes complete with USB cable
• Secures your iPhone 4 at a nice, easy to use angle

The cradle is simple to use aswell, simply plug the USB cable into your computer and the Mini USB adapter into the cradle and sit your iPhone 4 down and away your go.

Charge your iPhone 4

The Sync & charge cradle is designed so that it not only synchronises your iPhone with your computer it also charges your iPhone simultaneously making it easier to ensure that your iPhone 4 is always fully charged and upto date.

Click here to purchase

Free mobile recycling

Get up to £240 for your old handset, no postage to pay, no commission to pay and help the environment!

Mobile phones should never be thrown in your normal household rubbish as the components in them take a long time to break down, but knowing where to recycle them can be tricky. This is why LVS has decided to help in minimising landfill waste by offering a Mobile Phone Recycling Service. Not only is it free and good for the environment but we’ll also pay you to recycle!

The Love Recycling service is free to use and allows you to recycle your mobile phone quickly and securely, payment is usually received within 7 days of receipt of your mobile phone.

To recycle your mobile phone all you need to do is follow these 3 simple steps.

Step One: Enter your handset details.
Go to the Love Recycling Website. Enter the make and model of your phone and you will see how much you could get back.  Follow the simple 2 minute process and ensure your personal details are entered correctly as this is the address that we will send the returns pack and payment to.

Step Two: Returns Pack.
Remove your sim card and return your handset to us in the envelope sent to you. Please ensure you have supplied the correct make/model for your mobile phone. This can usually be found underneath the battery by taking off the back cover.We can’t pay you for any accessories you send in, but we can recycle them for you free of charge. If your mobile phones are of high value we recommend that you use a recorded delivery service.

Step Three: Payment Sent.
We will email you to confirm receipt of your mobile phones. On completion of testing you will receive a second email confirming the value of your mobile phone and you should receive payment with in 7 days.

To find out how much your handset is worth, or to start the recycling process visit Love recycling here.

Click here for more information on our waste and recycling management policy.

For an optional small fee which is deducted from your sale, Change4Change (in partnership with CO2 Balance) will ensure that you can offset your mobile phone’s contributed carbon emissions by investing in projects that absorb or prevent the release of carbon dioxide equivalent to the carbon footprint of your mobile phone. For more information on how CO2 Balance will do this, visit www.co2balance.uk.com.

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Xqusit produce contemporary, trendy and at the same time elegant selections of protective products, the new brand conveys an image of high quality and reliability. The outstanding designs and untypical seductive nature of its appearances will ensure that they stand out from the crowd and into the spotlight everywhere you go!

Our selection of products will include:

Genuine leather pouches

Neoprene leather cases

Pouches

Silicone cases

iPlates

Leather backpacks

Screen protectors

and much, much more…

We will also be launching our new range of iPHone 3GS and iPad protective cases.

Subscribe to our newsletter for more information on special offers when they arrive!

To register your interest and be informed when they are available simply go to our pre-launch registration page and provide your details.

We will inform you when the handsets are in stock along with exclusive offers on Xqusit iPhone 4 accessories!

You can register here.