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Tech week in photos: Angry Birds PC, B&W Zeppelin Air, Nintendo 3DS launch, Nikon D7000, Android gaming and more

Posted: 22 Jan 2011 05:00 AM PST

This weekend’s photo roundup takes in a top-notch camera, by way of the Nikon D7000, the new Zeppelin Air from high-end audio manufacturer B&W, the new Nintendo 3DS handheld games console and lots more. Each of which we’ve got hands-on this week. Read on to see them all in our latest photo round-up.

Nikon D7000 sharp shooter reviewed
The Nikon D7000 delivers fantastic performance in daylight conditions and features sturdy build quality. However, our review concluded that it wasn’t so hot on video and sound recording. Still, notching four stars in our review is no bad return.

We review the Microsoft Arc Touch Mouse
We were pleased with how easily the Arc mouse glides across surfaces. It looks great too, but we didn’t much care for its “Touch” scroll wheel. Is it worth spending £46 on? Click on the image to see what we think in full.

Angry Birds on PC reviewed!
Chances are, you know all about Angry Birds by now. It’s arguably the most addictive mobile phone game ever. But how does it handle on a PC? Very well. How well? Hit the image for our full review.

Modern Combat 2: Black Pegasus is coming to Android phones
it is! Later this month. We visited developer, Gameloft to try it out before it’s release. On Android it’s now even better. Better graphics. Better gameplay. Click through for our initial impressions.

Nintendo 3DS launch in photos
At the Nintendo 3DS press event in Amsterdam, Nintendo let loose lots of details about its launch games, unseen features and more. Unable to make it? Then check out the event in photos here.

B&W Zeppelin Air first impressions and photos
The Zeppelin Air uses AirPlay to let you stream music from iTunes direct to the Zeppelin ready to fill your vicinity with music. When it comes out in March it should be the first AirPlay speaker on the market.

TomTomGo Live 1000 reviewed
TomTom are always good for reliable sat-navs. The TomTom Go Live 1000 is no exception. The only, albeit major snag is its £200 price, making it more suitable only for drivers likely to clock up the most miles and likely to justify its price.

Top tech stories this week: White iPhone, Nintendo 3DS dated, Nokia N9, new Black Ops map and more

Posted: 22 Jan 2011 01:00 AM PST

Our top tech stories roundup is where you’ll find access to some of the best, and most exciting news stories to appear on Electricpig this week. From the mysterious white iPhone 4 to the Nintendo 3DS launch, we’ve rounded up a choice selection of news with something for everyone this weekend. Read on to see what you may have missed.

The white iPhone does exist, honest
It’s been spotted in the Vodafone Germany inventory system. That means shops are going to sell it sometime. Right? Click to read more.

Call of Duty: Black Ops new map pack gets trailer
It’s called First Strike, and features a handful of new Call of Duty: Black Ops maps for all types of players. See what they look like in the first trailer, here.

Apple icon secrets exposed!
Those Apple application icons on your Mac desktop have hidden meanings. Some have deep histories and reveal unexpected surprises. We spill the meaning of all of them right here. Head over here for some very interesting reading.

Angry Birds gets in the mood for love with Valentine’s Day edition
There’s no stopping the Angry Birds juggernaut. We’ve already had a Seasons special edition, now a Valentine’s Day edition looks to have mobile gamers distracted from their other halves with yet more addictive surly bird action.

iPad 2 launch date spotted in iPad 2 promo shots?
It seems the iPad 2 launch date might just have been staring us in the face all along. The latest clue points to a February 9 launch. Why do we say that? Hit that link above to find out.

Nokia N9 out next month
Not too long after the N8’s eventual release is word that Nokia will be releasing its new Nokia N9 smartphone, complete with an Intel processor, next month.

Duke Nukem Forever gets a UK launch date, at last
After 12 or so years, Duke Nukem Forever will finally release in the UK on 6 May (3 May for US citizens).

No Retina Display for iPad 2?
That’s what Digg founder, Kevin Rose, who is a pretty reliable source, owing to his Apple contacts, believes.

Nintendo 3DS UK launch date revealed
Nintendo’s glasses-free gaming handled will go on sale in the UK from 25 March this year.