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Apple has sent out invitations for an event next week rumored to feature the debut of the iPhone 5S, as well as the iPhone 5C. The Verge reports on the official invite from the hardware maker, which reveals a press event taking place on September 10th at Apple’s campus in …
Read More »Apple trade-in plan is real, but not coming to the UK
iPhone owners are now able to trade-in their handsets in exchange for store credit at Apple stores. Talk of the plans first appeared online last week. The amounts offered will range between $125-$250 depending on the model and condition. The scheme has been rolled out nationwide across the US – …
Read More »Terraria makes mobile debut with iOS launch
Indie hit Terraria has arrived for iOS, 505 Games has announced. Developed by Codeglue, the debut mobile version or Re-Logic’s 2D exploration title costs $4.99/3.99 and is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch devices. The iOS edition packs 75 enemies and all the crafting options of the original PC …
Read More »Unity enters mobile game publishing
Middleware firm to help bring new Unity-developed titles to market
Read More »Apple prepping iPhone trade-in scheme – report
iPhone owners wanting to upgrade to a new handset could be about to receive a new money-saving deal from Apple. 9to5 Mac reports that Apple will shortly reveal an iPhone trade-in program that will allow owners to hand over their old handset at the point of purchase and receive a …
Read More »Psy appearing in Nexon’s MapleStory and Combat Arms
Remember Psy? The Gangnam Style fella? He was a big pop hit a few months back. The days of international stardom may arguably be fading for the South Korean pop sensation but he’s not giving up – the Gangnam Style singer is about to make his video games debut. Nexon …
Read More »Ian ‘Emperor Palpatine’ McDiarmid lends voice to Angry Birds Star Wars II
Strike me down with all of your hatred and your journey towards the dark side will be complete! Etc. Ian McDiarmid, who played the evil Emperor Palpatine across the Star Wars movie saga, will lend his voice to Rovio’s upcoming Angry Birds Star Wars II. Although of course he’ll be …
Read More »Blue Byte returning to mobile
Ubisoft studio is gearing up for mobile drive after hiatus
Read More »Sega leads cross-promotional network for Japan devs
Mobile firms combine player communities to advertise games to new users
Read More »Konami-developed Star Wars card game hits iOS and Android next month
Konami is developing a free-to-play mobile card battle game based on the six Star Wars films, which is set to arrive next month on mobile devices. Polygon reports Star Wars: Force Collection will launch as a free-to-play offering on both iOS and Android smartphones and tablets. The game packs cards …
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