Reviews Archive
05 Aug 2015
Facebook’s new patent could make you rethink your friends list
Facebook’s new patent could make you rethink your friends list Facebook secured a patent on Tuesday that could help filter spam emails and offensive content, improve searches and allow lenders use your social habits to determine a credit approval. The patent explains that if you apply for a loan, your lender could potentially check
03 Aug 2015
This smartwatch for the blind displays braille in real time
This smartwatch for the blind displays braille in real time A Korean startup is developing wearables for the visually impaired In the past decade, we’ve seen the interfaces of our phones and watches transform from button-strewn slabs to sleek touchscreens, which has opened up new world of delivering information in real time. In this
03 Aug 2015
The best 10 apps to download in today’s iTunes App Sale
The best 10 apps to download in today’s iTunes App Sale Apple has cut prices on hundreds of apps; here’s Alphr’s pick of the best ones for your iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch The iTunes store has an impressive range of apps for your iPad, iPhone and Apple Watch, and Apple has just
03 Aug 2015
Microsoft Edge vs Internet Explorer 11
Microsoft Edge vs Internet Explorer 11 Is it time to wave goodbye to Internet Explorer 11? We take a closer look at Windows 10’s new Edge browser With all the fuss surrounding Windows 10’s new look, the reintroduction of the taskbar, and the integration of Cortana and Universal apps, you might have missed one
01 Aug 2015
Samsung Pay has a secret weapon that could challenge Apple Pay
Samsung Pay has a secret weapon that could challenge Apple Pay Thanks to MasterCard, Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge owners in the UK will be able to use Samsung Pay later this year Samsung has teamed up with MasterCard to bring its Apple Payrival to the UK. Like Apple Pay, Samsung Pay payment service
31 Jul 2015
Nexus 6 review: Google’s big beast has just had a price cut
Nexus 6 review: Google’s big beast has just had a price cut Google’s flagship smartphone is big and bold, but it can’t quite live with the best large-screen handsets around Update: Google has cut the price of the Nexus 6 on the Google Store. The handset now costs £399 for the 32GB model and
31 Jul 2015
Apple iPad Air 2 review: Quite simply the best tablet money can buy
Apple iPad Air 2 review: Quite simply the best tablet money can buy The Apple iPad Air 2 remains the best tablet on the market, despite challenges from a host of Android-based rivals A larger screen? Nope. A cheaper price? Nah. How about a base model with higher storage capacity? Not a chance. So
31 Jul 2015
Microsoft Band review
Microsoft Band review Microsoft hasn’t nailed the fitness band, but there’s lots to like – the Band is on the right track Microsoft took its time to bring the Microsoft Band to the UK, but if, like me, you were eagerly anticipating its arrival on our shores, then your wait may have been worthwhile.
31 Jul 2015
Apple TV isn’t just about TV. It’s about owning the home with HomeKit
Apple TV isn’t just about TV. It’s about owning the home with HomeKit The potential integration of Siri into the next Apple TV shows Apple is getting serious about home automation It looks like Apple TV is finally going to get an update, most probably at the September rollout of the next iPhone.
30 Jul 2015
Samsung to Adjust S6 & S6 Edge Prices Due to Declining Profits
Samsung to Adjust S6 & S6 Edge Prices Due to Declining Profits It appears that people were confused. Earlier this year, Samsung announced its best smartphones to date with the duo of the Galaxy S6/S6 Edge. While those phones mark the peak for Samsung’s Android adventures so far, they’re undoubtedly too iPhone-like. Seriously, what’s