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Everything Everywhere brand will reportedly replace T-Mobile and Orange UK from October

Everything Everywhere

Everything Everywhere, a joint venture between Deutsche Telekom and France Telecom, will reportedly replace existing Orange and T-Mobile brands in the UK from October onwards. Although the joint venture was formed in 2010, following the merger of Orange UK and T-Mobile UK — both brands continued to operate individually. Sky News reports that this will start to change from October when new...

Panasonic appliances to operate with a tap of a phone

Panasonic Smart App

Japanese manufacturer Panasonic has announced a new Android app for home automation alongside a range of smart appliances, including refrigerators, air conditioners, and healthcare products. Dubbed Panasonic Smart App, the program will build on NFC functionality already provided for the company's latest steam ovens and rice cookers, allowing users to program settings and transfer information such as recipes.

A new Smart App-compatible washing machine will be available from September 25th in Japan, with a refrigerator and air conditioner coming in the following months. Unlike most of the appliances, the air conditioner will be internet-connected, allowing users to control it from outside the home. This particular function will also be provided through an iPhone app, while other equipment will be excluded due to the current iPhone's lack...

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Judge: Google 'failed to comply' with order to disclose paid journalists and bloggers

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Earlier this month Judge William Alsup ordered Oracle and Google to disclose any journalists or bloggers either has paid that could have commented on the Oracle v. Google case. Both parties responded last week — but Judge Alsup didn't think Google was completely forthright, and has asked the company to try again by the end of the week.

In a order filed today, Alsup flatly states that "Google has failed to comply" with his original request. Google had said in its initial response that the...


Samsung announces dual-SIM Galaxy S Duos, available in Europe from September

Samsung Galaxy S Duos

Samsung has announced the Galaxy S Duos, a new dual-SIM Android 4.0 handset featuring a 4-inch WVGA (480 x 800) display and a 5-megapixel rear-facing camera. Aimed at customers who frequently switch SIM cards, either when crossing international borders or when managing work and personal commitments, the Duos includes what Samsung terms "always on" technology, allowing users to take calls using one account without disrupting activities on the...

LG Optimus Vu available internationally next month, adds Tegra 3 but drops LTE

LG Optimus Vu

LG's Optimus Vu — a smartphone-tablet hybrid with a 5-inch screen — will be available in select markets across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America from September, according to a company press release. The international model will feature an Nvidia Tegra 3 system-on-chip, replacing the Snapdragon S4 processor which powers the Korean and Japanese versions of the device, and will lack LTE connectivity. According to a statement r...