Alistair Charlton

Senior Technology Reporter

3211-3240 (out of 4215)

A Yorkshireman in London, Alistair is Deputy Technology Editor. He focuses on consumer technology and motoring. He has worked at IBTimes UK since September 2011 and regularly writes product reviews and features, as well as news and opinion pieces. Alistair holds a degree in Journalism & English Language from Kingston University London.

Beyond HD: 4K Television Now Officially Known as Ultra High Definition

The technology formerly known as 4K has officially had its name changed to Ultra High Definition.

Google Announces £229 Samsung Chromebook

Google has announced a new Samsung Chromebook, a £229, 11in laptop that uses the web-only Chrome operating system.

Sony Xperia T Review

We look at the Sony Xperia T, it's a 4.5in Android smartphone powered by a 1.5GHz dual-core processor, has a 13MP camera and is used by James Bond in Skyfall.

Analysts: Faltering Nokia is CEO Stephen Elop’s Fault

Nokia Reports Q3 Loss of £467m With Lumia Sales Down 28%

Nokia has reported an operating loss of £467m for the third quarter, as Lumia smartphone sales fall sharply.

O2 Ditches Ericsson Server Blamed for Network Failures

O2 boss Derek McManus apologises for outages and pledges future investment in improved infrastructure.

Joint Venture Between Networks Brings 4G Another Step Closer

Vodafone, O2, EE and Three have become part of a joint venture to ensure that the new 4G spectrum will not affect existing digital television signals.

Google Android Event Expected to Reveal New Nexus Expected

Google invites journalists to Android announcement expected to unveil new Nexus smartphone.

Google Data Centre Gets Street View Treatment - And Easter Eggs [VIDEO]

Storm Troopers and 'Super Secret' documents

Foxconn Admits To Hiring 14 Year-Old Interns

Apple manufacturer Foxconn admits to hiring children as young as 14 at one of its Chinese factories.

London Underground Wi-Fi to Remain Free Until 2013

Virgin Media will continue to provide free Wi-Fi on the London Underground until the end of this year.

GoPro Hero 3 Announced With 4K Video Shooting

GoPro has announced the new Hero 3, which can shoot 4K video at 16 frames per second and regular HD at 60fps.

Kobo Glo Review

We review the Kobo Glo, a £99 ebook reader with 2GB of storage, Wi-Fi and a front-lit 6in screen.

Apple Announces 23 October Media Event - iPad Mini Expected

Apple is hosting a media event on 23 October, where it is expected to announce the iPad mini and an update to the current iPad.

Google Must Change Privacy Policy, EU Demands [VIDEO]

The EU has demanded that Google must change the wording of its privacy policy.

Microsoft Surface Priced From £399, or £479 With Touch Cover Case [VIDEO]

Microsoft has finally revealed the price of its Surface tablet, and it will start from £399, with pre-orders open now.

Asus Padfone 2 Announced [VIDEO]

Asus has announced the Padfone 2, a smartphone that docks into a tablet, all powered by Android.

Kaspersky Lab Uncovers MiniFlame Virus

Security experts Kaspersky Lab has uncovered miniFlame, a computer virus linked to the Flame virus and which could be targeting the Middle East.

iFusion iPhone Dock Review

We look at the iFusion, an iPhone dock with a proper handset, Bluetooth and built in speaker.

Felix Baumgartner Space Dive Breaks YouTube Record

Felix Baumgartner's dive from the edge of space broke the record for the most-watched live stream on YouTube, with eight million viewers.

Apple iPad Mini to cost £200, Retail Sources Claim

Sources within the US retail industry claim the iPad mini, due later this month, will cost from around £200 for an 8GB model.

Microsoft Announces Xbox Music Streaming Service [VIDEO]

Xbox Music from Microsoft will be a rival to Spotify when it launches on Windows 8, Windows Phone 8 and Xbox on 16 October.

Samsung Galaxy S3 vs Galaxy Note 2

We compare the two Samsung heavyweights - the Note 2 and Galaxy S3

Apple iPad Mini Event Tipped for 23 October

Apple will hold a media event to announce the iPad mini on 23 October, according to the latest rumours.

Dolby Atmos Ears-On - The Next Generation of Cinema Sound

Dolby invited us to try out its new Atmos surround sound system, which can drive up to 64 individual speakers, with stunning results.

Invoxia AudiOffice Review

The Invoxia AudiOffice is a desk phone with great design and good sound, but is the asking price too much for most to consider it?

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Gets UK Release Date and Price

The Amazon Kindle Paperwhite ebook reader, with its front-lit screen, gets a UK price from £109 and a release date of 25 October.

Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini Announced

Samsung has announced the Galaxy S3 Mini, with a 4in screen, 1GHz processor and Android 4.1 Jelly Bean

Night Vision Watches and Video Recording Glasses - We Visit The Real-Life Q

With the new James Bond film Skyfall out this month, we visit the real-life Q at Spymaster in London to try out some of the coolest spy gadgets around.