The Lightning Apple already has a mini USB adapter

 

Yesterday, when we talk about the new iPhone 5, which incidentally did not meet the expectations of the public good, we also made ​​a mention of the new digital connector that is present in the phone, the Lightning. This little connector that replaces the previous is also present in the new iPod touch and the new iPod nano. What it was believed at the time that it would be necessary to discard all our old accessories for incompatibility issue, but of course this will not happen, because they sell adapters for operating accessories that are compatible with the previous generation.
The first adapter that has been launched is one for mini USB. Its function is obvious: to connect new devices to a micro USB cable to exchange files or to recharge the device in case it is a charger.
This little is available for about $ 24.

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Tappy, the T-Mobile robot software to test

Today there are several operating systems phones to smartphones, of course there are a lot of sellers and a large number of developers who are responsible for creating applications and software for mobile devices. Obviously, not all smartphones and tablets coming out of a factory are perfect. On several occasions, T-Mobile has had returns of equipment because customers were not satisfied because the devices had some problems at the software level.
To detect these devices with problems quickly, T-Mobile has created Tappy, a robot used to test the software for the devices. Before they are released by T-Mobile, test Tappy handles all kinds of mobile phones and tablets to determine whether they fit or if they develop a fault.
Among the things that Tappy is in charge of testing the device keyboard, music players and video, web browsing and more. T-Mobile says that since he uses the robot device returns have been reduced by 75%.
To capture the problems, Tappy has a camera that records everything. To pass the test a phone should work perfectly for 24 hours and must not show the slightest of problems.

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Now be called Windows Marketplace Phone Store

The Marketplace, as many know, is the app store Microsoft for devices running Windows Phone. The company has decided to give a name change and a new design, renamed Windows Phone Store. Initially, the new look of the store can be seen only from Australia and New Zealand, but obviously as the days go by propagating the changes will be for the rest of the planet.
Besides the design and name change, there will be some new options such as news , which obviously allows us to keep up with all the new Windows Phone world. The store will also receive improvements across the board and even level finder can report when an application is offensive or not working properly.

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LG and Qualcomm announce an event for September 19

 

In recent days rumors have circulated about the presentation of a new LG smarpthone next week. Obviously these rumors have proved true because LG has confirmed that on 19 September will provide an event with Qualcomm which will be announced the new device.
This month already presented several mobile high-end as the Nokia Lumia 920 , the Motorola Droid RAZR HD , the Samsung ATIV S and of course the iPhone 5, and still lack the presentation of HTC 8X . LG obviously do not want to be left out of the party, which is why next Wednesday presented its new smartphone .
There is not much information about the phone which will be presented, although some speak about LG Optimus G , on which is said to have a processor whose technology is better than the Galaxy S3 will feature a 13-megapixel camera, among other things .
In less than a week we will have developments.

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Will the Nintendo U will be released on November 18 and will cost $ 300

 

It's official: if you expect to ask for a Nintendo Will U for Christmas, then you can do it. Yesterday, during a press conference, Reggie Fils-Aime, President of Nintendo America, announced details of the release of the Wii U, which will be hitting the market on 18 November and will be ours $ 300 dollars.
This version will be $ 300 on the console itself and also come with Wii U GamePad control, AC adapter, HDMI cable and a Sensor Bar will 8GB memory and is only available in white.
The $ 350 version includes the already mentioned: 32GB of memory, a charger for the GamePad, a support for control and a set of mini-games.
Fils-Aime has confirmed that the existing Wiimote work with the new Wii U, which is a most welcome news. Obviously also sell new Nintendo Wiimote with a new design, but it will have to purchase one if we already have the common Wii.

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Even vending machines using Intel Core i7

 

Until now, we knew that Intel Core i7 processors were often found on computers and portable high-end, but it turns out they are present even in vending machines, as in the case of what we see in the image.
So that is the processor used in this case? It helps to capture videos in Full HD, the stable WiFi connection, offers a 46-inch multitouch panel, power and obviously QR reader handles common functions of a vending machine.
Apparently, some of these as can be found in South America. Have you ever seen in your country?

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App Store is redesigned for iOS 6

 

Yesterday was a day when Apple gave a lot of ads. Among these we find the redesign of its popular store apps , the App Store. The redesign of the store features a different design when displaying search results, we will see more black colors and can enjoy integration with Facebook.
Integration with the aforementioned social network serves to give an application Likes and see if your friends also liked.
Remember that upgrading to iOS 6 and thus the redesigned App Store will be available from September 19.

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Acer Aspire V5 Touch, new laptop with Windows 8

The Acer Aspire V5 has been on the market for a while, but to take full advantage of Windows 8, Acer has decided to improve the V5 updating it with a touch screen. The new Acer Aspire V5 Touch is similar to its predecessor, but differs in that it has a touch screen and obviously runs with the new Windows 8.
Specifications include a 14 or 15.6 inch, Intel Core processor third-generation NVIDIA GeForce GT 600M, 8GB DDR3 RAM, 500GB hard drive and DVD burner.
Secondary specifications include Dolby Advanced Audio v2, two speakers, HDMI, card reader, 1.3 megapixel HD webcam, WiFi, Bluetooth 4.0 + HS, Port USB 3.0 and a 5 hour battery duration.
The Acer Aspire V5 Touch will be available in October and its starting price is $ 775 U.S. dollars.

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