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Under-35s prefer apps to web browsers
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Research in the US has found that smartphone apps are fast becoming the favourite way to access internet radio, maps, social networks, navigation and games.

Girls arrested after ‘attack a teacher day’ prank
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Six girls at Carson Middle School, Nevada, were arrested for creating a Facebook event titled ‘Attack a Teacher Day,’ claiming it was a joke.

Myspace lays off almost half its staff
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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MySpace slashes nearly half its workforce amid falling ad revenue and user numbers, CEO cites restructuring for future growth.

Twitter fights for your right…to privacy
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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As the US government continues its assault on Wikileaks, Twitter is taking a stand for the privacy rights of its users – whistleblowers included.

Game review: Rage
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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RAGE, from the creators of Doom, blends FPS and RPG in a post-apocalyptic world, setting sights on being the year's top title with award-winning visuals.

Review: Steel Series Spectrum 4X and 5X Gaming Headsets
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Steel Series Spectrum 4X and 5X headsets redefine console gaming audio, offering impressive quality and value for Xbox 360 gamers.

Game review: Portal 2
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Portal 2 review: Valve's sequel elevates the beloved puzzle adventure with co-op play, promising more innovative gameplay in an expanded world.

Gears of War 3
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Gears of War 3 ends the epic saga of Marcus Fenix with high-octane action, revamping multiplayer and introducing 4-player co-op.

inFamous 2
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Cole McGrath returns in inFamous 2, promising enhanced powers and an immersive New Orleans-inspired city. A must-play for PS3 owners and action fans.

Diablo III
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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After a decade, Diablo III is set to redefine action-RPGs with new classes, elements, and the return of the brutal Hardcore Mode.

Batman Arkham City
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Batman Arkham City takes flight, aiming to eclipse its acclaimed predecessor with more gadgets, famed villains, and the return of Conroy and Hamill.

Homefront: a first-person shooter with a huge difference - and it's not too far fetched
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Homefront redefines FPS gaming with a near-future US invaded by Korea, mixing gripping realism with innovative gameplay. #gamingnews.

Skyward Sword
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Skyward Sword, the newest Zelda game, uses Wii MotionPlus for immersive swordplay, promising an action-packed adventure unlike any before.

2010 – The year of Xbox
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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2010 hailed as Xbox's landmark year, with a 42% growth fuelled by Kinect's launch and hits like Halo: Reach, marking Microsoft's triumphant stride in gaming.

Who said PC gaming was dead?
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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PC gaming skyrockets as WoW's Cataclysm sets a global sales record, debunking myths of its demise with 3.3 million copies sold on day one.

Naughty Dog unveils Uncharted 3
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Naughty Dog reveals Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception, setting the stage for an epic PS3 adventure tracing ancient mysteries.

Final Fantasy XIII sequel announced
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Just as this issue of Game Console was going to print, Square Enix made a few special announcements at a press event in Japan.

Review: Dell Inspiron Mini
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Dell Inspiron Mini stands out for affordability and usability, making it an ideal travel companion despite its flimsy build.

Review: HP Photosmart Estation
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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The Photosmart eStation has clearly been designed to facilitate printing from, well, just about anywhere you see fit.

REVIEW: TomTom Go Live 1000
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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TomTom Go Live 1000 revolutionises navigation with HD Traffic, ensuring you're always on the quickest path. It's a leap in GPS tech, despite ongoing costs.