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It’s no secret that the Nokia EOS (or Nokia 1020 as it’ll be called later this week, more than likely), will be rolling out with some serious photography power. Here as we saw very, very briefly earlier this week, we’ve gotten another look at a key accessory for this machine – a camera grip that makes the machine much more like the big-handling machines its amalgamation of lenses and processing abilities suggests.

This case works – or would very much appear to work – with an extra bit of battery as well, adding on 1020mAh (likely an added 40% life-span or so) to the Nokia smartphone as well. Plugging in through the smartphone’s microUSB port at its bottom (if you’re holding the machine vertically, that is), this accessory also makes way for the device’s massive lens and flash cover.

You’ll find this machine delivered in white, but as it has been with the large cross-section of Nokia devices revealed over the past several years, you can expect a set of alternate colors as well. Wouldn’t want to be left out in the cold without options!

Up top is a physical shutter button that’ll depress to hit the Nokia smartphone’s own physical shutter button. On the side is a battery button that’ll light up 1-4 bulbs depending on how much power the machine has in it, and you’ll find a grippier bit up front for your left hand’s remaining tendrils. The bottom, then, also reveals a socket with screw rings for mounting this machine on a tripod.

Have a peek at the rest of the tips and leaks revealed in recent days and weeks on the Nokia 1020 and get ready for the full event on the 11th of July – that’s tomorrow!

VIA: The Nokia Blog

Nokia Lumia 1020 camera grip leaks at all angles is written by Chris Burns & originally posted on SlashGear.
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Elecom is releasing new 4 models of their memory card reader writer in mid July.

MR3-K005 series:

“MR3-K005 series” is an USB3.0 compliant model that allows high-speed transfer of large-volume data. It’s compatible with 26 different kinds of media including microSD memory card.

Price: ¥4,063
Compatible device: Windows 8/7/Vista/XP, Mac OS X (10.6～10.6.8, 10.7～10.7.5, 10.8～10.8.2)
Color: black, red, white
Interface: USB3.0/2.0
Power source: USB bus power
Length of cable: 32mm
Size: 77x12x40mm
Weight: 26g

MRS-MB05BK:

“MRS-MB05BK” is a memory card reader writer for tablets and smartphones. Without extra adapter, it’s compatible with 44 different kinds of media.

Price: ¥1,743
OS: Android 4.0 or later
Interface: USB2.0
Power source: USB bus power
Length of cable: 70mm
Size: 63x24x12mm
Weight: 18g

MRS-MB07BK:

“MRS-MB07BK” has both of USB microB connector and USB A connector built-in so that it can be used for smartphones, tablets and PCs. Without extra adapter, it’s compatible with 31 different kinds of media.

Price: ¥3,528
Compatible device: Tablet or smartphone that have USB microB connecter, USB2.0 compliant Windows PC or Mac
OS: Android 4.0 or later smartphone/tablet, Windows8/7/Vista/XP, Mac OS X (10.6～10.6.8, 10.7～10.7.5, 10.8～10.8.2)
Interface: USB2.0
Power source: USB bus power
Size: 65x40x21mm
Weight: 40g

MRS-MB06 series:

Round shaped “MRS-MB06 series” includes a cute face designed model and models in bright colors. Without extra adapter, it’s compatible with 27 different kinds of media.

Price: ¥2,278
Compatible device: Tablet/smartphone with USB microB connecter
OS: Android 4.0 or later
Color: black, green, pink, face (white)
Interface: USB2.0
Power source: USB bus power
Length of cable: 44mm
Size: 47x29x47
Weight: 20g

Microsoft’s Xbox One will now include a headset as part of the standard bundle, it’s reported, with the company apparently having another change of heart and opting to include the accessory after gamers voiced their dissatisfaction. The Xbox One Chat Headset had initially been billed as a separate purchase, but according to information from the official Microsoft distributor for the console, ElectronicTheatre reports, will now be thrown in the box too.

News of the changed standard package came from distributor Gem, which apparently notified retailers today. The company’s online listing for the Xbox One has not yet been updated to include the adjustment.

This 180-degree U-turn on Microsoft’s part is the latest change of heart the company has had around the Xbox One. Last month, Microsoft threw out its 24-hour-check-in requirement, after gamers were vocal in their disapproval of the system.

Originally, Microsoft had intended to force Xbox One owners to connect their consoles to the internet at least once every 24hrs, so that games could be checked against an online DRM system. That would allow for Microsoft to track license sales to authorized retailers but, also, enable features like family play, which would have allowed up to ten people to try a single copy of a purchased game.

Microsoft itself is yet to comment on the reported change in bundle, and it’s unclear if the adjustment to the Xbox One package will also apply to the US and other countries where the console is sold, or just to the UK.

The Xbox One Chat Headset is a wired mono headset which connects to the Xbox One’s wireless controller. It has mute and volume controls, as well as supporting digital wideband for better quality audio.

VIA Eurogamer

Xbox One Headset now reportedly bundled as Microsoft U-turns again is written by Chris Davies & originally posted on SlashGear.
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As rumored yesterday, Pebble smartwatches are indeed coming to Best Buy. The Kickstarter-funded smartwatch has not hit the online retail sector on Best Buy’s website for $149, which is a bit more than what you could’ve gotten one for if you backed the Kickstarter project, which were selling for $99 a piece at the time.

However, it doesn’t seem the smartwatch is going on sale just yet. Best Buy lists the Pebble on their website, but with a “coming soon” next to it. Furthermore, calling Best Buy to confirm in-store availability was also a mystery. The Pebble will be available in stores, but just as the website says, they’re not selling them on the shelves just yet.

We also weren’t told an exact release date for the Pebble either, so it merely just seems that Best Buy has announced that they’ll be offering the Pebble smartwatch, but it’s not quite known when exactly we’ll get to buy one from the retailer. So far, they’re showing only red as a color option, but hopefully we’ll be treated with more colors as soon as it’s officially on shelves.

The Pebble smartwatch can be credited with the recent boom in the popularity of the accessory. It raised over $10 million on Kickstarter, becoming one of the most successful Kickstarter projects of all time. Smartwatches have been around for a few years now, but bigger companies have been rumored to be joining in on the fun with their own smartwatch creations.

UPDATE: According to 9to5Mac, they’ve received confirmation that Pebble will be available in Best Buy stores starting on July 7, with online availability starting later today.

VIA: Mark Gurman

SOURCE: Best Buy

Pebble Best Buy sales begin as smartwatch hits retail [UPDATE] is written by Craig Lloyd & originally posted on SlashGear.
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Thanko has just released a high-capacity 3,200mAh lithium polymer battery built-in smartphone case for Samsung’s Galaxy S4. It’s only 17mm thick and weights 90g.

Using a microUSB cable, you are able to sync and charge your Galaxy S4 without taking off the battery case. When you charge your Galaxy S4 with the battery case on, the Galaxy S4 gets charged first and then the battery case starts getting charged next.

LED light on the battery case tells you the remaining battery level.

Price: ¥3,280 (including tax)
Color: black, white
Size: 74x148x17 mm
Weight: 90g
Charging time: Approx. 5 hours