Buying a Mac Pro? You probably won't get it till April

If you're in the UK, France, Germany, China, Japan or North America and you're after the new Mac Pro, then you are likely to have a bit of a wait on your hands.

Apple has pushed the estimated shipping date for the bin-esque super computer back until April because it's proving just too darn popular.

The Mac Pro went on sale in December 2013 after first being teased way back in June of that year, but hit a bit of a snag when the the EU banned sales until Apple sorted out a fan issue.

Go Pro

We awarded the Mac Pro 4.5 stars in our official review, for its stellar design and incredible performance.

That's despite the starting £2499 ($2999 / AU$3999) price tag not even netting you a keyboard and mouse to go with it. Pfft. Tight.

• Read our official Mac Pro review

New Apple TV could land in April with US cable partner content in tow

The next version of Apple TV may be here as soon as April.

That's the word coming from Bloomberg News sources, who say Apple could "introduce" the refreshed set-top box in two months. The aim is to have it on sale by Christmas, though that release time frame isn't secure.

The reason for its instability? Apple is reportedly working out video content deals with Time Warner Cable in the US and other potential partners. The firms are said to be ironing out agreements with partners on the programming and distribution front.

A deal with Time Warner would mark a first such arrangement between Apple and a pay-TV provider.

While the Cupertino company has most of the key apps on Apple TV locked down, opening its App Store (or creating Apple TV's own) and securing more video content would likely help it compete against the likes of Google Chromecast - which may also be making its way Down Under this year.

And though this news will likely only effect Stateside users, it could open doors for more partnerships between Apple and Australian content providers.

More new Apple TV features

In addition to the new content offerings, Bloomberg's sources revealed the new Apple TV will have a faster processor than its predecessor.

An upgraded interface is also said to be part of the package. The new UI will reportedly make it easier to navigate between various content offerings.

An iOS 7 build uncovered earlier this week revealed "Apple TV 4,1" - a set that looks to be a significant upgrade from the current version, a.k.a. Apple TV 3,2.

The jump to "4" suggests we're in for upgraded internal specs, and a reference to "Game Controller" could mean the new set-top will support a gamepad.

• Stay grounded with our iPad Air review!

New Apple TV tipped for April with cable partner content in tow

The next version of Apple TV may be here as soon as April.

That's the word coming from Bloomberg News sources, who say Apple could "introduce" the refreshed set-top box in two months time. The aim is to have it on sale by Christmas, though that release time frame isn't secure.

The reason for its instability? Apple is reportedly working out video content deals with Time Warner Cable and other potential partners. The firms are said to be ironing out agreements on the programming and distribution front.

A deal with Time Warner would mark a first such arrangement between Apple and a pay-TV provider. While the Cupertino company has most of the key apps on Apple TV locked down, opening its App Store (or creating Apple TV's own) and securing more video content would likely help it compete against the likes of the Roku 3 and Google Chromecast.

More new Apple TV features

Time Warner Cable's live TV and on-demand app, TWC TV, is already on products like Kindle Fire tablets and Roku. It's been rumored for some time that the app would find its way to Apple TV, but that date has yet to arrive.

In addition to the new content offerings, Bloomberg's sources revealed the next Apple TV will have a faster processor than its predecessor.

An upgraded interface is also said to be part of the package. The new UI will reportedly make it easier to navigate between various content offerings.

An iOS 7 build uncovered earlier this week outed "Apple TV 4,1," a set that looks to be a significant upgrade from the current version, a.k.a. Apple TV 3,2. The jump to "4" suggests we're in for upgraded internal specs, and a reference to "Game Controller" could mean the new set-top will support a gamepad.

4,1 and the Time Warner Cable-tied box are probably one in the same, so look for a new Apple TV offering in the coming months.

• Stay grounded with our iPad Air review!

Sony SmartBand fitness tracker with 'Core' tech to arrive in UK in April?

Sony's pitch to jump in on the one of the hottest sectors in tech will begin in earnest early this spring when its Sony SmartBand fitness tracker with the intriguing 'Core' technology is likely to arrive in the UK

According to Carphone Warehouse's website, The Nike FuelBand SE rival, which was announced at CES earlier this month will sprint onto shelves in April, although there's no price or specific date listed at present

Like many of the devices already on the market, the attractive Sony SmartBand will track the wearers movement patterns throughout the day and report the findings back to a smartphone app.

However, thanks to the 'Core' chip that slips inside the SmartBand, it'll can also discern the length of the activity, meaning users can harness stats on how long they walked, ran, travelled or even slept.

Beyond that, the Core technology is also somewhat of a lifestyle assistant. It tracks when you take photos, what music you listened to and when you consumed other forms of entertainment.

The idea is to provide users with a means of "watching their lifestyle back on screen," according to Sony

The data harnessed by the Core will also inform recommendations for inspirational workout playlists, while Sony also plans to open up the technology to developers, allowing for endless possibilities.

Sony has promised more detailed information regarding the SmartBand and the Core chip, but in the meantime you can read our hands on review from CES.

• Sony isn't the only smartphone manufacturer looking to boost your New Year bid for fitness? LG has also thrown its hat into the ring with the LifeBand Touch