TECHNOLOGY

Christmas 2011: iPad 2 Buyer's Guide

Apple iPad 2
Since its launch in 2010, the iPad has taken the technology industry by storm, claiming dominance in the previously derelict tablet sector and forcing rivals to think fast in coming up with competitors.The iPad 2 is undoubtedly the most popular tablet on the market, and for good reason. With its 9.7-inch display, powerful A5 processor and iOS 5, the iPad 2 will prove incredibly popular this Christmas season.
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2011's Top Five Best Games: Christmas Buyers Guide

Buying for a gamer is difficult at the best of times, with the slew of brightly coloured packages and seemingly identical games leaving many a parent confused about which game they should get their joystick wielding spawn. But fear not, to help the confused and non-game-savvy, the International Business Times UK is here to help, offering a list of the top five titles, sure to bring a smile to any gamer's face come Christmas day.