March 20, 2012
7:44 am
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Flurry: Days of paying $25 would be over soon for a Nintendo DS or Sony PSP cartridge at a retail store

Who’s taking over?

According to the new data available by mobile application analytics firm, Flurry, almost 58 percent of all portable or handheld gaming revenues in the US is been taken over by games developed for Apple’s iOS and Google’s Android Smartphone operating systems, surpassing the Nintendo DS Platforms and Sony PSP. Handheld games revenue, transversely for both Smartphone’s and portable handheld gaming device, will reach a staggering $3.3 billion in the year of 2011. Flurry also estimates that this segment has generated revenues of $ 2.5 billion in 2010 and whopping $2.7 billion in 2009.

Flurry’s report

Two years back the estimated hold of iOS of Apple and Android of Google, if combined together, would only account 19 percent share in portable gaming market in US, reports Flurry. On the other hand Nintendo DS was the market leader with 70 percent market share and Sony’s PSP was growing at 11 percent in 2010. Although the combined growth for iOS and Android was at 34 percent, with Nintendo’s DS further losing its shares to 57 percent and Sony PSP falling at 9 percent. Just in a matter of one year the market share of Nintendo’s DS and Sony’s PSP saw a huge dip, standing at just 36 percent and 6 percent respectively. Flurry credits the increasing popularity and premium pricing model sales of smartphones for both iOS and Android for the recent acceleration in gaming revenues generated from smartphones. At the same time the companies are giving a lot of ‘freemium’ games to their users, giving a rise to 65 percent of gaming revenue in iOS store, from 39 percent earlier this year. Nintendo’s DS and Sony PSP revenues have dropped from $2.2 billion in 2009 to $1.4 billion in 2011.

Say bye to cartridges

Flurry’s Vice President of Marketing stated that within the portable category, a lot of digitally distributed games, free or $0.99, are available on a comparably priced hardware that is more powerful than the traditional gaming devices. This means that the days of spending $25 or more for a PSP cartridge are coming to an end.

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March 19, 2012
10:32 am
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Android & iOS game sales ‘surpass DS & PSP’

Smartphones leading in portable gaming

Decline in numbers

Market Share is declining for Nintendo and Sony’s soon to be legacy hardwares. Over $1.9 billion is the combined revenue for the games released on Apple iOS and Google Android mobile operating system across US this year, as per the new data survey.

Track record

If estimates of 2011 put together by analyst group Flurry are correct, it would mean that smartphone games took everyone by storm by bagging more revenue than compared to the collected revenue generated by both legendary hand held platforms from Nintendo and Sony, the DS and PSP respectively. Although there is a dilapidation in strengths of both PSP and DS, the two systems who are nearing an end to their cycle were one of the main reasons to give rise to mobile phone gaming. Both companies are working hard on their new hardware to give a tough competition and take mobile gaming to another level with their highly anticipated next generation device Nintendo’s 3DS and Sony’s PS Vita, which are soon to be launched. Flurry, who has kept track of data for the first ten months in 2011 and also maintained data from previous two years, reported that iOS and Android games are set to make $1.9 billion by this year alone in America.

Smartphones in the lead

However, by comparing both Nintendo‘s DS and Sony’s PSP, we realize that they are set to make around $1.4 billion by this year, falling from $1.6 billion in 2010 and staggering $2.2 billion in 2009. Flurry also claims that Nintendo’s and Sony’s share revenues for mobile games has further declined from 81 per cent in 2009 to 42 per cent this year. Wherein iOS games and Android games have tripled their growth in the market and their shares have grown from roughly 20 per cent in 2009 to nearly 60 per cent, in a matter of just two years.

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March 16, 2012
11:32 am
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Rediscovering Monty Panesar

The English cricket team might have thought that it has got gold in the form of Monty Panesar when he was selected for the national test team. After a modest debut against India in 2006, this left arm spinner rose to expectations and bowled brilliantly to the touring Pakistani team and claimed the wickets of stars like Inzamam-ul-Haq, Mohammad Yosuf and Younis Khan.

But all did not seem to be merry on Monty’s side. The spinner, who has over 100 wickets in the international cricketing arena, came across as someone who bowled with no specific plan or strategy. Perhaps this point was proved by Shane Warne, the Australian legend who said that Monty has not played 33 test matches, he played 1 test match 33 times. He also went ahead and said that during the match at Lord’s in 2008, where England was up against South Africa, Monty bowled the same delivery for 60 overs.

The real issue

Monty’s legend though began to grow in England and the fans came to see him field miserably, jump hopelessly in the field and even clobber the great Muralitharan for a maximum. He was seen as someone who was unable to bat, field, catch like a teenager who is just overexcited to be a part of the team.

After his move to Sussex, Monty himself concludes he has grown as a player. The Sussex team has played him at a leading role thus helping him in his self-belief and confidence. Warne’s assessment of Monty is somewhat true in the fact that he is more sort of a mechanical bowler than an instinctive one.

Looking ahead

There is absolutely nothing wrong with Monty Panesar, who doesn’t fit into the role of a modern day all rounder. Nor there is any problem of over enthusiasm in the field. It all comes down to England winning matches at the top level. As long as the team is doing great, and Monty can chip in wickets, he should be okay with whatever he does extra on the field.

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February 4, 2012
2:47 pm
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Turtle Beach presents wireless headphones to enjoy games with a full sound blast

I have always been looking for something like this that could allow me play games enjoying all the sound effects without disturbing anybody else sitting nearby. Turtle Beach has solved this issue, they have developed a wireless headphone that gets connected to Wii to give you a splendid gaming experience without bugging others. The device being cordless is very comfortable while you are twisting and turning your body in synchronization with your character onscreen. The only problem that I feel with this device is that they are not Bluetooth enabled but work on infrared technology that may create some problems with their range and connectivity. They are available for just $59.95 and I think they are worth this price. I would spend anything for a thing that allows me enjoy late night gaming without disturbing anybody. Via: wii-volution

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February 4, 2012
2:46 pm
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Sony launches 80GB PlayStation 3 in Korea

Right after the epic announcement of StarCraft II in Seoul, South Korea, here comes one more debut i.e. Sony’s 80GB PlayStation 3. After putting an end to the 20GB model, it seems that they are going to phase out 60GB too. When PS3 rolls out in Korea on June 16th, it will merely be the 80GB unit. The latest SKU is going to be launched but for the Emotion Engine, which is utilized to help try to be like PS2 and PS1 games. The latest SKU is to be put for sale for 518,000 Won, which is almost $573 US with tax. Well despite being the rumors of a higher capacity PlayStation 3 for quite a few months now, nobody could guesstimate that the first 80GB model would hit the selves of not Japan or the US, but South Korea. And it is only a matter of time for the latest model to hit North American shores as this version has already been okayed by FCC. Read

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February 4, 2012
2:45 pm
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Irresistible deal of PS3 – Do Not Miss!

Looking for some great action but at pocket friendly price! Here is some great news awaiting you! Enjoy exciting thrills with new PS3 and that too at affordable price tag. People often get scared of its fat price tag. Its great cost makes it a distant dream for several game lovers out there. But all you game lovers out there get ready to loosen your pocket, as dab.com is offering PS3 at an unbelievable price tag. It is offering three interesting deals on the website. But, this deal is available only for the UK customers. Here is the deal: On £399.85 -PS3 60GB + Resistance: Fall of Man + HDMI cable On £425.03 – PS3 60GB + Resistance: Fall of Man + Motorstorm + HDMI cable £439.80- PS3 60GB + Resistance: Fall of Man + Motorstorm + Formula 1 + HDMI cable Isn’t a rocking deal? On bank holiday weekend, along with this smashing deal, dab.com is also offering free home delivery. So, what are you waiting for? Order it before Tuesday and hurry as stocks are limited! Image:smh ViaSmilie: :PS3fanboy

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February 3, 2012
2:44 pm
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Enter into the World of Flying Dinosaur

If you are a game enthusiast and looking for some interesting games then catch this one. Remote controlled toys are huge hit among gamers. Flying RC toys are immensely popular among kids. If you are looking for an interesting one then you may go for this. Pterosaur is a very cute and sweet flying RC offered by Firebox. In order to stay up, it can effectively flap wings. It is quite similar to the real dinosaur. Pterosaur seems to be quite cool! It is quite similar to Piccoz, and can also recharge the battery effectively with the aid of controller. For recharging the Pterosaur almost 30 minutes are required, along with 10 minutes for taking off the flight. Its control range is approximately 100feet. According to Firebox, this sweet RC Pterosaur can be flown both in the house as well as out of the house. Statistics of this RC toy is 13.5” X 3.25” X15.25”. You can bring Pterosaur home in $69.95. Do not you think it is worthwhile? Via:i4u

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February 3, 2012
2:44 pm
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Ice Blue DS Lite Arriving on 19th July: Nintendo

Looking for some interesting gaming news! Press site of Nintendo Australia has been modified last week. It has added some rocking images of Ice Blue Nintendo DS Lite. But for the gamer’s disappointment, no announcements have yet been made. But, here is some great news for all you gamers! While addressing a press release today, Nintendo Australia has announced the arrival date of Ice Blue Nintendo DS. On 19th July, Ice Blue Nintendo DS will arrive in Australia and it will cost around RRP of $199.95. So, get ready to catch the action! Till then hold your nerves and wait for its arrival. Image:wikimedia Via:vooks

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February 3, 2012
2:43 pm
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The ultimate Xbox 360 racing experience

You can get the real live racing experience with the new Xbox 360 racing set up. The set up is made up of a 360 degree steering wheel, foot pedals, and a leather racing chair. Its high quality force feedback performance replicates the yanks and shudders that a racecar driver feels when driving around a track. The game offers players to be immersed in the action through its unique ergonomics. However, although the wheel is touted as being wireless, you will need to attach a cable from the wheel to the pedals. The other cable is an optional power cable that attaches to the steering wheel. When using the wheel you have the option of attaching it to a table. This will enable you to use the wheel comfortably, as you would if you were in a car. The pedals allow easy acceleration and braking. Unlike other pedals, you can find the difference instantaneously when you lightly step on the pedal. For a good experience of all this fantastic gaming gear, use it with something like Project Gotham Racing 3, which includes support for your new force feedback wheel. Then sit back in front of your big screen LCD monitor and enjoys hours of racing fun, right in the privacy of your room. You can shop for the Xbox 360 racing wheel at the starting price of $93.23 at the Amazon Web site.

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February 2, 2012
2:41 pm
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Gameport allows you to load your game via a USB port

It has been said and proven that good games are simple to learn and tough to master. Modern productions seems to have forgotten this, but no need to worry now as the only way to get thousands of classics in your pocket has come aboard. It seems that those who cannot get their own one-of-a-kind Ben Heck creation may soon be able to get the next most excellent thing, as Ben is said to have provided some of his significant talents to the next-up Gameport handheld. The latest Gameport handheld claims to allow you to have your old school emulation fasten with no queries asked. Whilst the Gameport is not fully Ben’s doing, he did design the casing for the device, not to talk about choosing the name for it. The non-Ben Heck features of the device give the impression of being decent enough too, with it bragging a 480 x 234 LCD display, an SD slot to tackle all storage requirements, and even a port to hook up two systems collectively for multiplayer games. Ben maintains that just Atari 2600 and Colecovision games are backed up for now, it seems that emulation of other systems will be feasible via software upgrades, which is also said to be working like a basic PMP. Sorry to say, it is even now in prototype shape, therefore there is no info of its pricing or availability. True to the roots, always all set to go, GamePort brings back to you real gaming… Image Read

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