ROQ Mobile: LG announces two revolutionary new smartphones.

If you're a ROQ frequenter, by now you'll know that we've been speaking of LG's new flagship smartphone for months.  The Optimus 2X is the most revolutionary piece of mobile hardware to come along in a year.  Featuring the first ever Tegra 2 processor in a mobile device, LG's highest end product now officially will be running on a dual-core processor!  Clocked at 1 GHz, this behemoth should be leaving all other smartphones in the dust behind it, while being able to decode full 1080P high definition and play it back on your TV over it's built-in HDMI output.  The 2X features an 8 MP rear facing camera, and 1.3 MP cam forward facing.  Don't forget about storage, as this phone boasts plenty of it at 8 GB of internal, with 32 GB expandable.

LG releases the "Smart TV" officially at CES 2011.

The Smart TV by LG can unlock a world of new features for any individual who may have a TV that's just a bit too old to use apps internally.  Going up against systems like Apple TV, and Sony's SMP-N100, LG's device will enable you to use services available in most of their higher-end model TVs, such as Netflix, Vudu, Pandora, Youtube, and CinemaNow.  Additionally, features like Hulu Plus, Amazon VOD (Video On Demand), NHL GameCenter, NBA Game Live, and MBL.TV.

LG Launches it's first portable Blu-Ray player!

Without many details, LG has announced that it will be offering up a BD player you can pack with you when you go for a ride.  No details have arisen on extra features that may be enabled on the device, such as Wi-Fi for BD-Live, or any streaming media possibilities.  As a price is also yet to be determined, ROQ will continue to update for CES coverage, so expect this post to change.  On the plus side, at least Panasonic doesn't have a monopoly on this small market any longer!

OnLive MicroConsole now 33% off!

Speaking of sick deals on already cheap hardware, the console is only $66 through Sunday.  Don't miss out on this deal, as OnLive is about to get HUGE with it's recent claim to become a VIA Plus app for new Vizio TVs.

If you were't planning on buying a new TV, and wanted to get your hands on a great investment console, you can't miss this deal.  Trust us, we're founding members, and active users of the service.

Gaming on the go. Will it kill the Windows OS?

With Windows 8 looming and expected to be a full touch screen OS, I found myself pondering what might come of the PC industry.  Remember the days that you would call a tablet a PC?  I do, and that's how the world seems to be turning.  With W8 becoming a full touch platform, can it hold up against the likes of Android OS, iOS, and other small platforms on this format?  This is what I'm prepared to find out.

DC Universe Beta Ending Tomorrow!

DC Universe Online is almost here and that can only mean one thing, the beta is ending. Tomorrow, January 5th is the day Sony Online Entertainment shuts down its servers in preparation for the game's official US launch on January 11th. Sony's not going to let all of its beta testers go out with a bang though, hit the jump to read more about the epic plans they have!

Heres Your New Tomb Raider Screen Shots

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Source: GameInformer

Rumor: Verizon Getting Rid Of Upgrades?

As of January 6th the "New Every 2" as well as the early phone upgrades on Verizon shall cease to exist. Thats according to a report by AndroidCentral.com who claim to have a picture of a slide in the Verizon employee training program. Hit the source to read more about this supposed travesty.

Source: Android Central

Vizio & Onlive Team Up!

If you thought gaming consoles might be a thing of the past, you might be right. Onlive, the cloud-based video gaming service, is now teaming up with America's number one Hi Def television manufacturer for some instant gaming without the need of a micro console or computer! Hit the link for more details on the deal.

Rumor: Will Windows 8 be at CES? The Times thinks so!

According to a blog at the New York Times Online, early rumors suggest that Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer might demo a tablet this week which features the new Windows 8 operating system designed for touch devices. To quote the blog "Another person with knowledge of Microsoft’s plans said Steve Ballmer might demonstrate a tablet and other companion devices running the next operating system, Windows 8."

Rumor Has It: AvatarKinect.

Posed earlier on GlimpseDog.com, two images have surfaced of a new announcement at CES 2011 from Microsoft.  It appears that Microsoft will be dropping in a possible update to the 360 console to enable the use of AvatarKinect in the coming months.  What is AvatarKinect?  That's the million dollar question that absolutely everyone is looking to find out!

Game Dev Story Gets Another Sequel. Out Now In Japan.

Surprise, surprise.  With the wild popularity of Game Dev Story, developer Kairosoft released a sequel recently, that puts you and your staff on the other spectrum of the games industry, sales! Hit the link to get some fresh details!

Who wants a 3DS? He did. Wanna see it?

Around the net, as you can see, the 3DS has fallen into the evil hands of the everyman!  Earlier today a video and images leaked on a Chinese website that has been supposedly sourced back to someone who 'does not' work in a factory which is producing the hardware.  Check out the video below.

http://3ds.tgbus.com/news/201101/20110103210756.shtml
(Untranslated - Chinese)

Best. Remote. Ever. CES 2011 Preview

Rumor has it, posted on IGN.com, that the Vizio television company will be releasing two new remotes and a super-cheap 3D TV series.  Why do we at ROQ love this news?

ROQast 18: Totally Sick!

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Angry Birds Hits PSP & PS3 Next Week!

Talk about short notice, today the Playstation Blog and Rovio announced that come next week the highly successful mobile game Angry Birds will be coming to Sony's two consoles. Hit the jump for more details on this high flying announcement!

BulletStorm Dev Diary Gets In Your Face!

BulletStorm is Epic Games newest IP. Epic made the Gears of War series. Put two and two together and you'll realize these people know how to make an over the top shooter with lots of blood. Hit the link to see the newest and probably NSFW developer diary video just released!

UK PlayStation Mobile App Confirmed! US a Possibility?

Good news if your both a PlayStation fan as well as an Android fan, PlayStationLifeStyle.net is reporting that Sony is planning to bring an Official PlayStation App to the European Android market as well as the iPhone and iPod Touch. Theres also a very good chance of a US launch as well! Hit the link for more details on this interesting application.

Ubi drops the constant ping during offline play on PC. Pirates rejoice!

DRM requirements for Ubisoft titles will now no longer require a constant internet connection to operate.

Android vs. iOS - Watch your clocks.

Twitter is enraged!  iPhone users, pray for a quick update.  As of midnight-oh-one on January first, the iPhone and other iOS 4.2.1 version devices will not have a 100% working alarm.  There are currently reports posting from your everyman that your iOS device will be unreliable on both single alarm and repeating alarm options in each device.