Kno said its dual-screen folding tablet will be priced at $899 and start shipping later this year.
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
HDTVs Rule, But HD Program Viewing Lags
Despite the proliferation of HDTVs, Americans still spend less than 20 percent of their TV time watching high-definition programs, according to Nielsen.
Massive Lego Map Has Europe Covered
A group of die-hard Lego fans in Europe have gone and created their continent in Lego-form, with monuments included. A huge geeky achievement.
Amplify the iPhone 4's Volume Without Power: the Griffin AirCurve Play [IPhone Accessories]
One of the simplest gadgets ever is also one of my favorites. I'm talking about Griffin's original AirCurve, the acoustically-shaped amplifier that docks and increases the iPod/iPhone's volume. It's now been updated for iPhone 4s, increasing music 10dB louder. More »
Dell Venue Pro has a microSD card slot, you'll just need to void your warranty to use it
Remember the good chap that brought us pictorial evidence of the Venue Pro in Microsoft stores on Monday? Well, he was fortunate enough to snag one of those precious devices for himself and today he's back on the path of spreading enlightenment by revealing that Dell's 4.1-inch WP7 slider comes with a microSD card slot. Storage expandability is something of a running joke backstory for Windows Phone 7, with HTC hiding its expansion slots deeply within the 7 Mozart and HD7 and Samsung's more readily accessible one on the Focus also throwing up issues. The Venue Pro's approach is closer to Samsung's, insofar as you don't have to tear down the phone to stick a new microSD card inside it, but it does expect you to bust through a warranty sticker to get at the port. So it's there and can be used, but the risk will be all yours if you do.
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Kites Are Much Cooler When Affixed with LED Lights and Fireworks [Video]
Kites? Kites aren't that cool. You know what's cool? Kites with freaking LED lights and fireworks attached to them—that's cool! And that's what's in this video: a bunch of cool kites with cool lights and fireworks galore. Enjoy. More »
Sony VAIO VPCY218FX: Not Enough Power in a Small, Sexy Package
Sony VAIO is a name synonymous with style--as demonstrated by such recent noteworthy models as the VAIO VPCEA22FX all-purpose laptop and the VAIO L117FX/B all-in-one PC--and the VAIO VPCY218FX ultraportable laptop upholds the tradition. Part of the Sony VAIO Y series, this $750 model has a sleek,...
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
Marvell Flexes Quad-Core ARM Muscle for Servers
Marvell this week announced a new quad-core ARM processor intended for servers as part of its ARMADA XP platform. It's the fastest ARM chip on the planet for enterprise class applications and could be just the thing ARM needs to steal some market share away from AMD in the server sector. The ARMADA XP processor comes clocked at 1.6GHz per core and includes a bunch of I/O peripherals baked into the platform, such as memory, networking, and storage interfaces. It's been optimized to consume low power and billed
Kik Messenger: A Simple, No-Frills Way To Keep In Touch On Android, iPhone, And BlackBerry [Video]
Kik Messenger's a no-frills app, but it could easily become your favorite way of keeping in touch. It's a simple cross-platform instant messenger which'll work for you and your friends—no matter which mobile platform or country you favor. More »
Daily Crunch: Pleo?s Back Edition
New Pleo Peeks Out From The Antediluvian Mists New Balance Minimus Shoes Get Some New Glamor Shots Celebrate The NES?s 25th Birthday With These 8 Classic Commercials Leatherbound.me Bookstore Comparator Was Made in 48 Hours Altaz Internet Clock: Fun For All (Well, Really One)
Nvidia GeForce GTX 580 Review: The Real Fermi Arrives [Reviews]
Nvidia's GeForce GTX 580 is what the original should have been: quieter, full-featured, faster and more efficient. More »
Nov. 2, 1815: Boole Born, Boolean Logic Logically Follows
1815: English mathematician George Boole, who would help establish what is now known as Boolean logic, is born.
Boole’s breakthrough was the insight that logic, which had previously been considered a branch of philosophy, was actually closer to mathematics. All you needed to do was express logical problems in a symbolic format, and they could be [...]
Boole’s breakthrough was the insight that logic, which had previously been considered a branch of philosophy, was actually closer to mathematics. All you needed to do was express logical problems in a symbolic format, and they could be [...]
Ripped Pants and Other Bloopers From the Set of Scott Pilgrim
The cast and crew of Scott Pilgrim vs. The World didn't have the easiest time filming this movie. Here are a few funny out-takes from the the Pilgrim blooper reel.
Apple May Have Bought Out The Designers Of iMuffs [Unconfirmed]
Rumor is that Apple bought out a small Bluetooth wireless headphone designer about two months ago. The company went by the name Wi-Gear, made a product called iMuffs, and is now mysteriously out of business. More »
Monday, November 8, 2010
Bounty offered for hacking Microsoft's Kinect Xbox controller
Adafruit Industries, a company that sells DIY open source electronic kits and parts, announced a bounty for the first person to create open source drivers for the Microsoft Kinect 3D game controller add-on for the Xbox 360. After Microsoft publicly disapproved of Adafruit's & Open Kinect& project, the company boosted the bounty from $1,000 to $2,000....
Linux development board and BSP ships for multicore MIPS SoC
NetLogic Microsystems has released a Linux development kit and board support package (BSP) for its MIPS-based eight-core XLP system-on-chip (SoC). The XLP Multi-Core Processor Development Kit includes a development board, software tools, libraries, drivers, and reference solutions, says the chipmaker....
Windows Phone 7 Now On Sale: HTC HD7, HTC Surround and Samsung Focus [Windows Phone 7]
Hey, would you look at that—November 8th, and three WP7 phones have gone on sale in the US as promised. T-Mobile's got HTC's 4.3-inch HD7, whereas AT&T has the slide-out speaker-toting HTC Surround and Samsung's thin Focus. More »
PlayStation 3's Bluetooth headset slims down, shines on, adorns ears later this month
My, what a difference a couple years makes. As we suspected, Sony is updating its old Bluetooth headset design with a decidedly more elegant model. Here's what we've got: dual mics, USB pairing, in-game status indicator, a charge cradle that doubles as a desktop mic, and of course, a giant mute button for when you have only moments to smack yourself in the ear and curse loudly about your good-for-nothing teammates. It's also smaller and glossier -- and rocking the same $49.99 price tag. When's it arriving? Soon, later this month. When is that, exactly? Have patience.PlayStation 3's Bluetooth headset slims down, shines on, adorns ears later this month originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 08 Nov 2010 14:28:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink Joystiq | US PlayStation blog | Email this | Comments
iPhone 3G Slowdown Could Be Fixed With iOS 4.2 Update [Video]
According to this video made by TiPb, all iPhone 3G users who suffered slow-downs after updating to iOS 4 may see their iPhone's performance considerably boosted after they install the incoming iOS 4.2. More »
HTC said to be working on its own app store, would make a lot of Sense
Keen readers of the Financial Times will have been greeted this morning by a nice little bit of insider information regarding HTC's future software plans. We already knew the phone maker was keen to play a more active role in the softer parts of the smartphone experience it offers, but two new sources have come forward with word that HTC is actively hiring new staff in preparation for setting up its very own app store. The HTCSense.com cloud service that recently launched with the Desire HD and Desire Z Android models in Europe looks like the first step toward that goal, with its HTC Hub area already acting as an app discovery assistant -- it wouldn't be terribly difficult to include an extra section in it for HTC's own application offerings. That's not to say that this would be an Android exclusive thing, however, as HTC already boasts a selection of ten apps on Microsoft's Windows Phone 7 platform and it would seem quite logical that it'd want an organized repository where it could sort through all its wares.HTC said to be working on its own app store, would make a lot of Sense originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 08 Nov 2010 07:28:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink Recombu | Financial Times | Email this | Comments
Indamixx 2 Atom-powered MeeGo tablet touts rockstar looks, $999 price tag
Indamixx -- get it?! -- may be a relative dark horse in the race to tablet supremacy, but those looking for something a touch outlandish can't possibly ignore the company's latest. The self-titled Indamixx 2 slate has just recently broke cover, with a prototype boasting Intel's single-core 1.66GHz Atom N450 (a dual-core chip is slated to hit the finalized version), 2GB of RAM, a trio of USB 2.0 ports, a VGA output, Ethernet socket and analog audio input / output jacks. There's no exact word on the screen size or resolution, but the kicker is the software -- this guy's loaded with Transmission 5.0, a music-centric OS that's actually built around MeeGo.
The creators say that they chose MeeGo due to its fondness of multitouch inputs, and based on the videos we've seen of it running, it definitely looks like a wise choice. Moreover, those looking to use this for more traditional tasks will be thrilled to know that they still can, and considering that it's Linux underneath, the limits are near-endless when it comes to tweaking options. For those in no position to wait for the final build, you can hit the source link in order to snag "beta hardware" for $999; we're hoping that those who wait will be treated to far more sensible pricing, but there's no question that we're intrigued either way. Hop on past the break to see this bad boy get down.Continue reading Indamixx 2 Atom-powered MeeGo tablet touts rockstar looks, $999 price tagIndamixx 2 Atom-powered MeeGo tablet touts rockstar looks, $999 price tag originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 06 Nov 2010 12:20:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink MeeGo Forums | Create Digital Music, Indamixx | Email this | Comments
The creators say that they chose MeeGo due to its fondness of multitouch inputs, and based on the videos we've seen of it running, it definitely looks like a wise choice. Moreover, those looking to use this for more traditional tasks will be thrilled to know that they still can, and considering that it's Linux underneath, the limits are near-endless when it comes to tweaking options. For those in no position to wait for the final build, you can hit the source link in order to snag "beta hardware" for $999; we're hoping that those who wait will be treated to far more sensible pricing, but there's no question that we're intrigued either way. Hop on past the break to see this bad boy get down.Continue reading Indamixx 2 Atom-powered MeeGo tablet touts rockstar looks, $999 price tagIndamixx 2 Atom-powered MeeGo tablet touts rockstar looks, $999 price tag originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 06 Nov 2010 12:20:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink MeeGo Forums | Create Digital Music, Indamixx | Email this | Comments
New Palm device codenames revealed in webOS 2.0 code?
Had any doubts that HP would deliver multiple new phones? Here's a little something that should make you slightly less unsure. Homebrew hub WebOS Internals spent last week digging through SFR's webOS 2.0 build for the Palm Pre 2, and surfaced with the names Broadway, Windsor, Mantaray and Stingray, as well as the Roadrunner you're likely already familiar with. More telling, these five codenames appeared in a string designed to display the message "temporarily not restoring logs for newer devices," meaning they're all very likely as fresh as can be. Let's hope we can pin them to some fancy new hardware before the year is through. New Palm device codenames revealed in webOS 2.0 code? originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 07 Nov 2010 17:12:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | webOS Internals | Email this | Comments
Sunday, November 7, 2010
Sharp LC-52LE820UN Is a Good but Pricey HDTV
The Sharp Aquos LC-52LE820UN offers good image quality, above-average audio, and energy efficiency, but it has serious shortcomings, and it's pricey for its screen-size class.
Logitech Revue: Lots to Like and Dislike in This Google TV Box
We like the keyboard-equipped remote, the desktop-caliber browser, and the cool videoconferencing--but this pricey set-top box is slow, and its searches can be confusing.
Hacked Apple TV Gets Plex App
First there was a custom weather app, now a fiddler has managed to get media centre Plex on the hackable Apple TV 2.
One year and 41 days with the MacBook Air
When it comes to laptops and desktops, nothing matters to me more than reliability. While I may be directly or indirectly responsible for thousands of servers, desktops, and laptops, the one that matters the most is the one I'm using to manage all of those resources. My laptop is my gateway to everything I do. It must be absolutely reliable and available constantly.
Don?t Get Trapped in the Pressure Matrix
Overview: Remember that old video game Smash TV? It was supposed to be a futuristic game show where the contestants battled each other to the death while winning cash and prizes. Pressure Matrix doesn’t have all the monsters and guns, but it’s also a futuristic game show where contestants run around in a series of [...]
Onkyo's CS-V645 and CS-445 mini stereos offer iPod dock, a pinch of retro
Onkyo's got a knack for dishing out new kit with a semblance of yesteryear in the design, and we've got to say -- we dig it. The company's latest are designed for minuscule offices, studio apartments and your everyday bedroom, with the CS-V645 DVD / CD mini system leading the way. This guy's got an iPod / iPhone docking station on the top, a USB port on the front, built-in FM radio tuner and support for MP3, WMA, JPEG, and DivX file formats. It'll also upscale content to 1080p over the HDMI output, and in case you were worried about getting up each time to alter the station, a remote is bundled in for good measure. The CD-only CS-445 is practically identical save for its incompatibility with DVD and the removal of its USB socket, but as with its older brother, it boasts a 40-watt amplifier and a pair of two-way loudspeakers. The CS-V645 is expected to crash in early December for $399, while the CS-445 reaches retailers this month for $329. Gallery: Onkyo CS-V645 and CS-445 mini stereosContinue reading Onkyo's CS-V645 and CS-445 mini stereos offer iPod dock, a pinch of retroOnkyo's CS-V645 and CS-445 mini stereos offer iPod dock, a pinch of retro originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 07 Nov 2010 04:01:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments
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LaCie Brings USB 3.0 Support To The Mac
USB 3.0 has been out for awhile now. Loads of notebooks and desktops are shipping each day with USB 3.0 support, and while we still wish that each and every PC would make the jump to 3.0, at least progress is being made. But there's one qualifier there: the only USB 3.0 machines shipping are Windows-based PCs. In other words, no Mac is supporting USB 3.0 today, even the newest MacBook Air machines. Apple has shown no interest in jumping on the USB 3.0 bandwagon, but that doesn't mean that Mac users are in agreement.
CrunchGear Week in Review: Bricked Bear Edition
Here are some stories from the past week on CrunchGear: Hands-On With the Nook Color Is Cloud OS Maker Jolicloud Preparing To Sell A Netbook Of Its Own? LimeWire Ordered To Shut Down Review: Kirby?s Epic Yarn Nice Boots: Cristiano Ronaldo?s CR Mercurial Vapor SuperFly II Have Dynamically Adjusting Studs Hands-On With the Blackberry Style [...]
Saturday, November 6, 2010
Mitsubishi Unisen LT46265: A Good HDTV for Well-Heeled Buyers
The Mitsubishi LT46265 provides Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, a very good picture, and excellent sound, but its high price may make you hesitate.
DVPRemote iOS app easily replaces your factory Roku remote (video)
This, friends, is what happens when convergence is approached correctly. Rather than asking you to keep yet another remote in the hopper, one Phil Irey has crafted DVPRemote -- a lovely iOS app that enables your iPhone or iPod touch to act as your main control mechanism for any Roku set-top box. The app itself has been floating around in the App Store for a tick, but its the newly released version 2.0 that's really of interest. This build ushers in a completely overhauled user interface, and aside from providing the standard Roku shuffle controls, it actually goes above and beyond to make your night easier. There's full integration with Netflix to support automated Instant Queue navigation, full keyboard support for any screen that requires text entry, direct navigation to user-organizable Channels, toolbars for added channel functionality within Netflix and support for the new "Instant Replay", "Info", and "Back" buttons. Heck, it's even compatible with iOS 4's background operation protocol. Head on past the break for a hearty demonstration, and tap that iTunes link when you're ready to ditch Apple's own Remote App and part ways with $2.99.
Update: Hey Android users -- looks like someone's lookin' out for you, too. Check out Roku Remote over on your side.Continue reading DVPRemote iOS app easily replaces your factory Roku remote (video)DVPRemote iOS app easily replaces your factory Roku remote (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 05 Nov 2010 13:11:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | iTunes | Email this | Comments
Update: Hey Android users -- looks like someone's lookin' out for you, too. Check out Roku Remote over on your side.Continue reading DVPRemote iOS app easily replaces your factory Roku remote (video)DVPRemote iOS app easily replaces your factory Roku remote (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 05 Nov 2010 13:11:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | iTunes | Email this | Comments
Mac Pro Server quietly introduced as Xserve heads for the grave, starts at $3,000
Sneaky Apple... real sneaky. Just as the company announced that it would be axing its rack-mountable Xserve come January 31st, in flies an all-new Mac Pro to effectively take its place. The Mac Pro Server -- which is slated to ship in "two to four weeks" -- has joined the fray this morning on Apple's website, with the workstation equipped with a single 2.8GHz quad-core Intel Xeon 'Nehalem' processor, 8GB (4 x 2GB) of DDR3 ECC SDRAM, a pair of 1TB (7200RPM) hard drives, one 18x SuperDrive, ATI's Radeon HD 5770 with 1GB of GDDR5 video memory, and a fresh copy of Mac OS X Server (the unlimited-client license version, for those wondering). Curiously enough, this marks the second time Apple has thrown a "server edition" into the mix, with the Mac mini Server popping up in June. As you'd expect, the $2,999 base price can be pushed far north by slapping in a pair of 2.93GHz six-core 'Westmere' chips (a modest $3,475 increase), 32GB of RAM (only an extra $3,400), a Mac Pro RAID card (pocket change at $700) and a quad-channel 4Gb fibre channel PCIe card (just an extra grand). But hey, financing is available!
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Apple dumps Flash from Mac OS X
Apple will stop bundling Adobe's Flash with Mac OS X, the company has confirmed. The new MacBook Air, which debuted last week, is the first Flash-less system from Apple. Other systems will follow suit as the company clears out inventory of Mac desktops and notebooks that include Flash.
Don't Switch the IPad's Switch
We can all agree that cell phones should have devoted mute buttons. We frequently encounter situations--meetings, movie theaters, putting the kids to bed--where...
Keepin' it real fake: PSP Phone features NES emulator, cognitive dissonance
This is not the first KIRF PSP Phone we've seen, but recent news of the actual, long-awaited device (you heard it here first, folks!) makes the Unmei Q5's appearance in the stalls of Shenzhen all the more timely. What will your hard earned yuan will get you? How about a 3.5-inch touchscreen, front and rear cameras, dual SIM card slots, an NES emulator, 3.5mm audio jack, and a mini-USB port -- all crammed into the shell of a PSP Go? Available in black or white, this bad boy has been spotted for 399 CNY, or about $60. We just hope the real handset looks this good!
[Thanks, Chris]Keepin' it real fake: PSP Phone features NES emulator, cognitive dissonance originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 05 Nov 2010 16:24:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink MIC Gadget | Unmei | Email this | Comments
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Lab Report: MacBook Air Benchmark Results
New MacBook Air models are faster than their predecessors, in part because of their use of solid state drives.
Meru 802.11n Access Point Targets Enterprises
Entry-level wireless LAN offering links remote offices with corporate networks.
Friday, November 5, 2010
Google ?Nexus Two? Hardware Issue Delays Launch
Google is working with Samsung on a new Android phone that will have a "clean install" of Android, and the release was at least initially planned to coincide with the launch of Android 2.3 Gingerbread.
The fact that the device will have a clean version of Android is why people are excited about the device, and calling it the "Nexus Two." The Nexus One was a clean install Android device that Google sold directly to customers. The additional layers of software carriers and handset manufacturers put on their phones are generally a mess, in our opinion, and detract from the user experience.
The fact that the device will have a clean version of Android is why people are excited about the device, and calling it the "Nexus Two." The Nexus One was a clean install Android device that Google sold directly to customers. The additional layers of software carriers and handset manufacturers put on their phones are generally a mess, in our opinion, and detract from the user experience.
Sharp LC-52LE820UN Is a Good but Pricey HDTV
The Sharp Aquos LC-52LE820UN offers good image quality, above-average audio, and energy efficiency, but it has serious shortcomings, and it's pricey for its screen-size class.
FTC appoints Ed Felten as agency's first Chief Technologist
It may come as a bit of a surprise to some considering that seemingly every company and government agency has one these days, but the Federal Trade Commission has never had a Chief Technologist. It's now finally filled that gap, however, and has appointed Edward W. Felten to the post. As you may be aware, Felten's a professor of computer science and public affairs at Princeton and the founding director of the university's Center for Information Technology, but he's probably best known for his efforts to expose problems with electronic voting machines, and for his vocal advocacy against DRM -- he also uses his Mii for his profile image on the Freedom to Tinker blog, so you know you're not exactly dealing with your usual government bureaucrat. Felten has actually already been serving as a part-time adviser to the FTC, and it seems like he'll now basically be continuing that role in a full-time capacity, with the FTC only saying that he will "advise the agency on evolving technology and policy issues."FTC appoints Ed Felten as agency's first Chief Technologist originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 05 Nov 2010 15:47:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink Daring Fireball | FTC, Freedom to Tinker | Email this | Comments
2010 SEMA Show, day one mega-gallery
There are literally hundreds of cars on display at the SEMA Show every year, from muscle cars to import tuners to classics to rides that we can't even classify.
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Personal Tech Live with Rob Pegoraro
Rob Pegoraro answers your questions on recent gadget reviews, technology news and provides personal tech buying and fixing advice.
Planar preps 23-inch SA2311W 1080p 3D monitor, backlit ProGlow keyboard
Oh, you know the bandwagon's in full-on rampage mode now. How so? Because Planar -- a company that generally strays far, far away from mere mortals in the consumer market -- has just announced a new 23-inch 3D monitor. It's represents a stark break from the company's typical high-end-only approach, and it likely speaks volumes to just how quickly 3D is gaining steam in the PC gaming universe. The SA2311W display will boast a 120Hz refresh rate, 1920 x 1080 resolution, two millisecond response time, a height adjustable stand, VGA / dual-link DVI / HDMI inputs and support for NVIDIA's 3D Vision system. Naturally, you'll need a set of active shutter glasses to enjoy the eye-popping mayhem, and for those who've never tried 'em, they're a step below a welder's mask in terms of exterior visibility. To that end, Planar is also introducing the first keyboard designed specifically for users rocking 3D active shutter glasses -- the ProGlow (shown after the break) boasts seven adjustable light levels (plus off), enabling immersed gamers to still recognize which keys are which. Both devices are expected to ship in the US of A next month for $449 and $185, respectively, though we get the feeling those vicious 3D dinosaurs aren't included. Which is a bummer of epic proportions, if we should say so ourselves.Continue reading Planar preps 23-inch SA2311W 1080p 3D monitor, backlit ProGlow keyboardPlanar preps 23-inch SA2311W 1080p 3D monitor, backlit ProGlow keyboard originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 05 Nov 2010 10:53:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink 3D Vision Blog | Planar (1), (2) | Email this | Comments
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ViewSonic Goes Green With Full HD VG36-LED Series Of Monitors
If you just so happen to be in the market for a new monitor, ViewSonic just so happens to have a new pair to choose from. The company's new VG36-LED Series of monitors are just being introduced this week, with two new ones in the line to start with. There's the 24" (23.6" vis.) VG2436wm-LED and 22" (21.5" vis.) VG2236wm-LED, and outside of the physical size, most of the specifications are identical. Both units have slimmed bezels, a native 1920x1080 resolution, DVI and VGA ports a 20,000,000:1 MEGA contrast
iPhone Users: Borrow An Alarm Clock This Weekend
If you use your iPhone as an alarm clock you might want to get a cheap alarm clock if you want to make it to work on time. There is a daylight savings bug that is causing the alarm to go off an hour later than scheduled.
Thursday, November 4, 2010
Securing Apple iPads in the enterprise
IT organizations have come to a stunning realization: There is no stopping the great iPad enterprise invasion. Risks abound as companies must deal with securing iPad apps without much help from Apple, says Julie Palen, senior VP of mobile device management at Tangoe, a telecom expense management software and services provider.
New Android Smartphones Serve up 3D--Without the Glasses
Sharp has announced two new Android-powered smartphones that will feature a glasses-less 3D display.
The Futility Of A Single Storage Platform
Every storage supplier wants to be your only vendor. It sounds like a good idea. It would simplify storage management, simplify purchasing and make it easier to train new IT staff and protect you if the current staff has some turnover. While meeting with users at SNW Europe, I was reminded just how futile of a goal this really is.
Wind Up Charger & Torch Review
If you find you go camping quite a lot,�then it’s more beneficial if you travel as light as possible�and just take the items that you really need.� A mobile phone is a certainty these days, wherever you go. But, when you’re in the middle of nowhere and you notice your�mobile phone is�running a little low [...] Filed in categories: Gear, Outdoor Gear, ReviewsTagged: Torch, WindUp ChargerWind Up Charger & Torch Review originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on November 2, 2010 at 6:30 pm.
Personal Tech Live with Rob Pegoraro
Rob Pegoraro answers your questions on recent gadget reviews, technology news and provides personal tech buying and fixing advice.
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Rob Pegoraro - United States - Companies - Washington Post - Google
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Apple's Mac App Store: 5 Questions
Standards, security and developer issues accompany Apple's promotion of an App Store for Macs.
Sheet-Music Flipping Bluetooth Foot-Pedal for iPad, Mac, PC Finally (Almost) Available
Remember Airturn’s Bluetooth foot-pedal, a prototype page-flipper which would allow musicians to turn the “pages” of sheet music displayed on an iPad? Sight-reading musicians rejoice: it’s a prototype no longer, and you’ll be able to buy the wireless controller as of November 16th.
The BT-105, as it is lovingly named, sits on the floor and lets [...]
The BT-105, as it is lovingly named, sits on the floor and lets [...]
Four Driverless Robotic Vans Cross Asia--and Even Pick up Hitchhikers
On long car trips, do you ever wish you could sit back, relax, and let... a computer do the driving? As part of the Intercontinental Challenge, four vans driven robotically crossed 8,000 miles from Italy to Singapore. And almost got a ticket!
Skype for Android Brings VOIP to Droid Line
Skype made its VOIP calling capabilities available to HTC and Motorola smartphones running Google's Android operating system version 2.1 and above. - Skype Oct. 5 made its voice over IP calling capabilities
available to HTC and Motorola smartphones running Google's Android platform version 2.1 and later.
Users with Skype accounts who own such handsets as the
Motorola Droid, HTC Droid Incredible and HTC Evo 4G can now make free Skype-to-Skype
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available to HTC and Motorola smartphones running Google's Android platform version 2.1 and later.
Users with Skype accounts who own such handsets as the
Motorola Droid, HTC Droid Incredible and HTC Evo 4G can now make free Skype-to-Skype
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Wednesday, November 3, 2010
Firefox Add-on Firesheep Brings Hacking to the Masses
A Firefox browser add-on called Firesheep makes hacking Facebook, Twitter, and Windows Live accounts a snap over unencrypted wireless networks.
Lab Report: MacBook Air Benchmark Results
New MacBook Air models are faster than their predecessors, in part because of their use of solid state drives.
The 25 Worst High-Tech Habits (and How to Fix Them)
You?re doing a lot of stuff that's messing up your tech hardware--and your personal and professional life along with it. Here?s how to do better.
Nokia Loses Share in India to Chinese and Local Brands
Nokia is losing share in India to local and Chinese vendors offering low-cost phones, according to IDC India
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Daily Crunch: Caught Edition
Rumor: Barnes & Noble To Show Color Nook Next Week Review: Fantasma Web Runner Remote Control Spider Video: Super-Cute Dancing Hello Kitty Speaker Hands-On With The HP Slate 500, A Windows 7 Business Tablet Ask CG: Do You Need A Computer To Use An E-Reader?
SCVGNR Uses Google To Take Social Game Global
Google Places API enables mobile game to be played on an Apple iPhone or Android-based smartphone from any country.
Windows Phone 7 will be a serious game-changer
I use an Android smartphone and I like it. Although iPhones continue to catch my attention and are certainly more polished in many ways, I'm not one to jump on that fad. The BlackBerry is still loved by huge numbers of loyal fans, and the BlackBerry Torch may keep RIM in the game a bit longer. But the new player in the months ahead, the one everyone is going to be watching, is Windows Phone 7.
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App Deals of the Day [Dealzmodo]
If you're looking for some great utility and gaming app deals, you've come to the right place. Check them out inside. More »
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
Google TV: More Details Emerge
Google is announcing a passel of partnerships for its Google TV service with outfits involved in video, music, and other more: CNBC, HBO, Turner, the NBA, Pandora, Napster, Twitter, and more.
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Google - Google TV - HBO - Television - Twitter
Daily Crunch: From Beyond the Grave Edition
Coming Soon: 900GB Torrent Of (Mostly) Every Geocities Web Site Ever Half Of IT People Polled Plan To Stick With XP After It Expires Nice Boots: Cristiano Ronaldo?s CR Mercurial Vapor SuperFly II Have Dynamically Adjusting Studs SteelSeries? 30 Percent Off Halloween Sale; Pay For Your Gear At 7-Eleven Stores With PayNearMe CrunchDeals: Native Instruments [...]
Lenovo ThinkCentre M90p: Bite-Size Business Machine
The Lenovo ThinkCentre M90p is a superslim addition to a home-office or work environment. If size is all that matters in your quest for a new desktop rig, the M90p offers the best performance among systems with a slender physique. However, some competing desktops that are available for less than...
Business - Lenovo - Shopping - Universal Serial Bus - ThinkPad
Business - Lenovo - Shopping - Universal Serial Bus - ThinkPad
Faster Forward: Blu-ray's HDCP security possibly cracked. So what?
There's been some interesting chatter since yesterday over the possibility that the encryption meant to lock down the video cables connecting Blu-ray players and high-definition televisions has been broken--permanently.
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High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection - Security - Digital rights management - HDMI - High-definition television
Coffee turns students into accidental farmers (photos)
At BTTR Ventures in Emeryville, Calif., a business school idea of reusing garbage has quickly turned into an innovative mushroom business.
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Low-Cost Hitachi Ultravision LE46S704 HDTV Struggles With Speedy Action
The Hitachi LE46S704 has a temptingly low price and uses little electricity, but it lacks Internet capabilities and has problems with fast-paced motion.
Chinese Mobile Users Download More Games and Apps
Survey says Chinese users tend to download more applications and games to their cellphones than mobile users in Western Europe
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Mobile phone - Video game - Games - Handheld Platforms - Mobile Computing
As Buzz Sounds More Like Crickets, Does Google Need To Be More Patient?
As we first reported late last week, Lars Rasmussen, the father of both Google Maps and Google Wave, has left Google is heading to Facebook. As we suspected, part of the reason is that Google pulled the plug on Wave barely a year into its existence. "It takes a while for something new and different to find its footing and I think Google was just not patient," he told The Sydney Morning Herald over the weekend. And that brings up another question. Google's other big social�experiment�this past year, Buzz, also hasn't taken off yet. What happens next?
Like Wave, Buzz�launched with much fanfare in February of this year. But unlike Wave, Buzz was available to many users right of the box, and instead it was security issues and misunderstandings that led to its initial stumbles. The Buzz team worked quickly to smooth those out, but now the service has a much more serious issue: indifference.
Like Wave, Buzz�launched with much fanfare in February of this year. But unlike Wave, Buzz was available to many users right of the box, and instead it was security issues and misunderstandings that led to its initial stumbles. The Buzz team worked quickly to smooth those out, but now the service has a much more serious issue: indifference.
Marking 10 years aboard the International Space Station (photos)
This week marks the 10th anniversary of live-aboard occupation of the International Space Station, humanity's home away from home in the cosmos.
Monday, November 1, 2010
Peek 9 Mobile Messaging Device Review
This review is the culmination of a 2 year saga I’ve experienced with a potentially game changing product called Peek.� It�offers unlimited email and text messaging using an always on�cellular network for between $10 and $20 per month with no contract.� Unfortunately, the whole operation may go down in flames because of a total network [...] Filed in categories: Reviews, WirelessTagged: Email, MessagingPeek 9 Mobile Messaging Device Review originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on October 28, 2010 at 10:09 am.
MacBook Air: What the Critics Are Saying
Based on the early impressions, it looks like the new MacBook Airs is getting mostly favorable reviews
iPhone DST bug causing alarms to fail across Europe (updated)
An iPhone bug already seen when Australia switched between Daylight Savings Time and Standard Time a few weeks ago has now hit Europe. Twitter just lit up with reports of recurring iPhone alarms going off an hour later than usual. So even though the iOS clock changed correctly over the weekend, the alarm did not. Thing is, according to a ZDNet Australia report from more than three weeks ago, Apple acknowledged the bug with a promise to fix it with a software update. So why wasn't it rolled out in time to avoid this mess in Europe? Let's see if Apple fixes it before North America makes the switch on November 7th, otherwise, you've been warned.
Update: Deleting and re-adding the alarms will NOT fix the issue. We've now tested a number of scenarios under iOS 4.1 on European iPhone 4 and 3GS devices for ourselves. The bug (demoed on video after the break by Roman) appears when using a repeating alarm for anything other than "every day." So for example, your alarm will go off an hour late if it's set for "weekdays," or "weekends," or every "Monday." The following alarms are not affected by the bug:
An alarm that doesn't repeat (repeat set to "never")
An alarm set to repeat "every day"
You can test yourself by creating a repeating alarm (but not every day) to go off one minute in the future and 59 minutes in the past.
Update 2: Some US readers are now waking up to alarms reportedly going off an hour early.
[Thanks, David O. and Matthieu Di B.]Continue reading iPhone DST bug causing alarms to fail across Europe (updated)iPhone DST bug causing alarms to fail across Europe (updated) originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 01 Nov 2010 02:50:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Twitter | Email this | Comments
Update: Deleting and re-adding the alarms will NOT fix the issue. We've now tested a number of scenarios under iOS 4.1 on European iPhone 4 and 3GS devices for ourselves. The bug (demoed on video after the break by Roman) appears when using a repeating alarm for anything other than "every day." So for example, your alarm will go off an hour late if it's set for "weekdays," or "weekends," or every "Monday." The following alarms are not affected by the bug:
An alarm that doesn't repeat (repeat set to "never")
An alarm set to repeat "every day"
You can test yourself by creating a repeating alarm (but not every day) to go off one minute in the future and 59 minutes in the past.
Update 2: Some US readers are now waking up to alarms reportedly going off an hour early.
[Thanks, David O. and Matthieu Di B.]Continue reading iPhone DST bug causing alarms to fail across Europe (updated)iPhone DST bug causing alarms to fail across Europe (updated) originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 01 Nov 2010 02:50:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Twitter | Email this | Comments
Apple Announces Launch Event, Rumored in Talks with HarperCollins
Apple will host a launch event for its "latest creation" in San Francisco on Jan. 27, in what many media and analysts expect will be the rollout for the long-rumored tablet PC. At the same time, several media outlets are reporting Apple in negotiations with HarperCollins Publishers, and possibly other publishing houses, to port content onto the hypothetical device. Although Apple has refused to officially confirm it is working on a tablet PC, months of rumors and analyst conjecture have driven chatter that the company is indeed developing something big. - Apple will debut its quot;latest creation quot; in San
Francisco on Jan. 27, according to an official invite
sent to media and analysts, who widely expect the device in question to be a
tablet PC.
In typical Apple fashion, the invitation itself is short on details and
big on style, featurin...
Francisco on Jan. 27, according to an official invite
sent to media and analysts, who widely expect the device in question to be a
tablet PC.
In typical Apple fashion, the invitation itself is short on details and
big on style, featurin...
Novell, VMware Reportedly in Talks over SUSE Linux Sale
Novell is reportedly in talks with VMware to sell off its Linux software business. - Just weeks after signing a deal to make VMware an even bigger Linux partner than it had been to date, Novell is reportedly considering selling off its Linux business to VMware.
According to the Wall Street Journal,
Novell is in �advanced talks� with at least two buyers, one of which is
VMware, wh...
According to the Wall Street Journal,
Novell is in �advanced talks� with at least two buyers, one of which is
VMware, wh...
Democratizing Talent Part 2: To Claire; From Sonny
This guest post was submitted by SGN founder and Executive Chairman, Shervin Pishevar. The entrepreneur and angel investor was a co-founder of Hotprints and Hyperoffice and has made several investments, including Nowmov, Aardvark, Thread.com, Gowalla, and Qwiki.
As an update to my previous essay on Democratizing Talent, I would like to introduce you to Josh Beattie. Josh is a 17-year-old director who uses standard equipment to compose his own music and shoot inspiring short films. Someone who read my Democratizing Talent article sent his video to me. He is additional proof of the web's power to break down traditional walls and help talent rise to the top.
As an update to my previous essay on Democratizing Talent, I would like to introduce you to Josh Beattie. Josh is a 17-year-old director who uses standard equipment to compose his own music and shoot inspiring short films. Someone who read my Democratizing Talent article sent his video to me. He is additional proof of the web's power to break down traditional walls and help talent rise to the top.
Skype for Android Brings VOIP to Droid Line
Skype made its VOIP calling capabilities available to HTC and Motorola smartphones running Google's Android operating system version 2.1 and above. - Skype Oct. 5 made its voice over IP calling capabilities
available to HTC and Motorola smartphones running Google's Android platform version 2.1 and later.
Users with Skype accounts who own such handsets as the
Motorola Droid, HTC Droid Incredible and HTC Evo 4G can now make free Skype-to-Skype
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available to HTC and Motorola smartphones running Google's Android platform version 2.1 and later.
Users with Skype accounts who own such handsets as the
Motorola Droid, HTC Droid Incredible and HTC Evo 4G can now make free Skype-to-Skype
...
The new Mac OS X: What Apple has in store for 2011
With all the attention focused on the iPhone and iPad, you might have forgotten that Apple has a computer called the Mac. Today, Apple previewed the new Mac OS X operating system, to be released in summer 2011, about two years after the release of Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard, a refinement of the previous version, Leopard.
GameString Adrenalin turns your Google TV into a game streamer, will WoW your couch (video)
We like the Google TV, we really do, we just think it needs another few months in the oven before it's really going to rock anyone's world. It won't just be Google that makes or breaks it, though, and innovative uses like GameString Adrenalin are certainly going to help. That site offers what it calls "Personal Cloud Gaming," letting you stream the output from seemingly any game on your PC to a browser, where it can be played on a number of devices. Chrome within the Google TV is just one of them, but given how something like a Revue comes with a keyboard and is usually attached to a big display it seems like a good choice. We can't be sure what the lag is like when playing in this way, but the video embedded below does make it look pretty snappy -- though hopefully the service doesn't force you to listen to the same classic Prodigy that trailer does. Right now the service is in free beta, so have at it at the source link.Continue reading GameString Adrenalin turns your Google TV into a game streamer, will WoW your couch (video)GameString Adrenalin turns your Google TV into a game streamer, will WoW your couch (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 31 Oct 2010 17:15:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | GameString | Email this | Comments
Sunday, October 31, 2010
Black Duck Buys Ohloh from Geeknet
Black Duck Software acquired Ohloh.net from Geeknet and plans to combine the Ohloh open-source directory with Black Ducks Koders.com site to provide developers with a free resource to help with the use, creation and management of open-source software. - Black Duck Software,
a provider of products and services for managing the development and
use of open-source software, has announced its acquisition of Ohloh.net from Geeknet.
The transaction, which closed on Sept. 30, is viewed as a boost for
open-source software developers, as both companies f...
a provider of products and services for managing the development and
use of open-source software, has announced its acquisition of Ohloh.net from Geeknet.
The transaction, which closed on Sept. 30, is viewed as a boost for
open-source software developers, as both companies f...
Schwartz On Security: Zombie Internet 'Kill Switch'
Surgically disabling crucial parts of the Internet is folly, no matter the powers supposedly bestowed by legislators.
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Microsoft to acquire gesture control maker Canesta
Canesta, which a year ago took in a $16 million round of funding, makes technology that enables people to control devices using motions instead of hardware interfaces.
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Review: Windows Phone 7 a new start for Microsoft
SAN FRANCISCO -- When it comes to smart phones, Microsoft is itching to get back in the game.
PatientKeeper Adds Android Support To Health IT App
Mobile Clinical Results software allows doctors to remotely access patient medical records.
Pendle IPad Stand Lets Your Tablet Incline or Recline
In the world of iPad stands, sometimes the simplest design can be the best. Case in point, UK-based Pendle Products's new iPad stand, which boasts a simple...
IPad - Tablet PC - Lancashire - England - Pendle Borough
IPad - Tablet PC - Lancashire - England - Pendle Borough
OnStar's MyLink smartphone apps now available on Android and iOS
Looking to spend a little quality time with your ride this weekend? If you just plunked down for a 2011 Chevrolet or Cadillac, and you just so happen to own an Android or iOS-based phone, you can now download the myChevrolet, myCadillac, and OnStar MyLink mobile phone apps that were duly introduced last month. We're told that the Buick and GMC versions will be launched in November, with the whole crew enabling owners to access vehicle-specific information, vehicle diagnostics, and even lock / unlock the doors. There's still no word on widespread Facebook integration, but hey, baby steps... right?Continue reading OnStar's MyLink smartphone apps now available on Android and iOSOnStar's MyLink smartphone apps now available on Android and iOS originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 30 Oct 2010 15:10:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments
Apple Introduces Smaller MacBook Air, OS X Lion
Steve Jobs called the new and updated Air laptops MacBook, iPad "hook-ups" at the "Back To The Mac" event, which also introduced Lion OS X and a FaceTime for the Mac beta.
Top 20 tips and tricks for Windows 7
Administrators are constantly learning these days. Server virtualization, desktop VDI, Exchange, SharePoint -- it's a never-ending barrage of new material to take in. With so many products, it's easy to fall behind on learning all the features of the "old" Windows 7, so let me bring you up to speed.
Saturday, October 30, 2010
Android Hacks: CyanogenMod 6.1 Release Candidate Now Available
Newest version of the popular aftermarket Android ROM includes new features, better performance.
Why is there a USB Drive sticking out of this Wall? [Art]
Across New York, there are USB drives embedded in walls, buildings and curbs. The idea is to create an anonymous, offline file-sharing network in public space. The drives are completely public and anyone can plug in to drop and download files. More »
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After A Five Month Stay (And $750M Acquisition), AdMob CEO Omar Hamoui Leaves Google
Last November, Google announced that it had acquired leading mobile ad network AdMob for a whopping $750 million. Today, less than a year after the deal closed, AdMob founder and CEO Omar Hamoui is leaving Google, we've confirmed with the company. Google says Hamoui is leaving for personal reasons.
It sounds like Google is getting the short end of the stick here ?�Hamoui has actually only been able to work at the search giant for five months, because the AdMob/Google acquisition was held up by an endless federal investigation that stretched on from November 2009 through the end of May 2010 ?�an eternity in this highly�competitive�space.
It sounds like Google is getting the short end of the stick here ?�Hamoui has actually only been able to work at the search giant for five months, because the AdMob/Google acquisition was held up by an endless federal investigation that stretched on from November 2009 through the end of May 2010 ?�an eternity in this highly�competitive�space.
Xbox 360′s New Software: An Incomplete Review
Microsoft is making a yearly tradition of updating the Xbox 360. This time around, the main attractions are ESPN, Zune Pass (if you have a subscription) and a better version of Netflix.
Microsoft - Netflix - Xbox - Zune - ESPN
Microsoft - Netflix - Xbox - Zune - ESPN
MeeGo 1.1 Released To Developers
Linux-based mobile OS allows software creation on Intel Atom and ARMv7 architectures.
58-inch Table Connect for iPhone multitouch surface easily dwarfs your iPad
Think Hyundai's 70-inch multitouch table concept is hot stuff? Have a gander at this. The Table Connect for iPhone is dangerously close to completion, with a full-on mockup shown above. Put simply, this 58-inch multitouch surface accepts iPhone 4 connections via a 30-pin Dock Connector, and with a bit of magic, the table becomes your iPhone. The crew is currently wrapping up an alpha software release, and while a jailbroken iPhone is obviously necessary to get things going, the end result is bound to be impressive. Or at least hilarious. Here's hoping these eventually go on sale, but for now, feel free to hit the source link for one more shot and a slew of diagrams.58-inch Table Connect for iPhone multitouch surface easily dwarfs your iPad originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 29 Oct 2010 10:21:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Table Connect for iPhone | Email this | Comments
Medtronic debuts tiny lead-less pacemaker at TEDMED 2010
There are two pacemakers in the picture above. There's the typical clunky, stone shaped device with wires on the right -- and on the left, a device dwarfed even by a one-cent coin. This is the Medtronic wireless pacemaker, just revealed at TEDMED 2010, which can be implanted directly into your heart via catheter and permanently latch itself into flesh with tiny claws. Then, doctors can wirelessly monitor and even control the device from a nearby smartphone. Medtronic's working to make it even smaller still, and we're hoping to get more information soon. Welcome to the future, folks. Gallery: Medtronic leadless pacemaker at TEDMED 2010Medtronic debuts tiny lead-less pacemaker at TEDMED 2010 originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 28 Oct 2010 21:04:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments
Schwartz On Security: Can Apple Minimalism Stop Botnets?
Why applying Steve Jobs' iPhone "walled garden" model to limit what PCs can do makes sense for combating cybercriminals.
New B&N Nook Colors Outside the E-Reader Lines
Barnes & Noble took a big swipe at Amazon's dominance of the e-reader market with the introduction Wednesday of a new color Nook reader and a program to encourage development of apps for its devices. The $249 Nookcolor is designed to appeal to readers interested in periodicals and graphic books as well as traditional text-dominated books.
Friday, October 29, 2010
Redbox announces plans to enter streaming business next year
It may not be quite the same obvious transition that Netflix made, but it looks like DVD kiosk company Redbox will soon be making a push of its own into the streaming business. That word comes straight from the CEO of parent company Coinstar, Paul Davis, who told listeners to the company's recent earnings call that it is in "detailed negotiations with a number of highly interested parties" to launch a "Redbox-branded" streaming service sometime next year. That would seem to suggest that Redbox will be relying on a partner already established in the field rather than rolling its own service, but Davis was otherwise light on details, adding only that streaming represents a "significant opportunity" for the company. That doesn't mean Redbox will be getting out of the kiosk business anytime soon, though -- according to Davis, there's still a "long, profitable life ahead" there.Redbox announces plans to enter streaming business next year originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 29 Oct 2010 14:41:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Yahoo! News | Email this | Comments
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Windows Live Spaces Bloggers: WordPress Is Nigh
In one of those decisions that seem sorta-inevitable in retrospect, Microsoft has decided to transfer its users' Windows Live Spaces blogs to newly minted partner WordPress.com.
"This morning in San Francisco at TechCrunch Disrupt, Windows Live and WordPress.com announced that WordPress.com will become the default blogging platform of choice for all new and existing Windows Live customers," a Microsoft spokesperson e-mailed me this morning. "Windows Live Spaces users will have the option starting Monday, Sept. 27, 2010, to migrate their blogs to WordPress.com."
That spokesperson promised that migrating to WordPress will be "automated and easy." Users visiting their Spaces will see a user-friendly interface for transferring their assets to the new blogging platform. For those with a tendency to procrastinate: Microsoft's reportedly allowing a six-month window for the transition before it vaporizes Spaces and any remaining content.
For its part, Microsoft is framing the WordPress partnership as the path of least resistance.
"WordPress powers over 8.5 percent of the Web, is used on over 26 million sites, and WordPress.com is seen by over 250 million people each month," Dharmesh Mehta, director of Windows Live Product Management, wrote in a Sept. 27 posting on The Windows Blog. "So rather than having Windows Live invest in a competing blogging service, we decided the best thing we could do for our customers was to give them a great blogging solution through WordPress.com."
Microsoft and WordPress have been linking their services in other ways. Via Messenger Connect, users can push their WordPress.com postings (re: scary rants) on to their Messenger friends. And with the release of Windows Live Essentials 2011, Windows Live Writer will have the ability to access WordPress as a default blogging solution.
"This morning in San Francisco at TechCrunch Disrupt, Windows Live and WordPress.com announced that WordPress.com will become the default blogging platform of choice for all new and existing Windows Live customers," a Microsoft spokesperson e-mailed me this morning. "Windows Live Spaces users will have the option starting Monday, Sept. 27, 2010, to migrate their blogs to WordPress.com."
That spokesperson promised that migrating to WordPress will be "automated and easy." Users visiting their Spaces will see a user-friendly interface for transferring their assets to the new blogging platform. For those with a tendency to procrastinate: Microsoft's reportedly allowing a six-month window for the transition before it vaporizes Spaces and any remaining content.
For its part, Microsoft is framing the WordPress partnership as the path of least resistance.
"WordPress powers over 8.5 percent of the Web, is used on over 26 million sites, and WordPress.com is seen by over 250 million people each month," Dharmesh Mehta, director of Windows Live Product Management, wrote in a Sept. 27 posting on The Windows Blog. "So rather than having Windows Live invest in a competing blogging service, we decided the best thing we could do for our customers was to give them a great blogging solution through WordPress.com."
Microsoft and WordPress have been linking their services in other ways. Via Messenger Connect, users can push their WordPress.com postings (re: scary rants) on to their Messenger friends. And with the release of Windows Live Essentials 2011, Windows Live Writer will have the ability to access WordPress as a default blogging solution.
Hot Tech Buys for the Holidays
As the holiday shopping season nears, many companies are launching products that could be popular sellers. With its starting price down to US$999, Apple's...
Rocket scientist aims to relaunch propulsion technology
Rocket propulsion hasn't changed much in decades, but a group of young scientists think that beamed microwave energy could power a new generation of rockets, leading to lower costs and opening space to a wide range of new businesses.
Apple Store opens online in China
Consumers in China will now be able to buy the iPhone, iPad, and other Apple products via the company's new Chinese Apple Store Web site.
Appistry Offers App Dev Framework for Free
Framework is designed to ease development of apps written in Java, Spring, .NET or C++ for grids.
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Thursday, October 28, 2010
BlackBerry Torch coming to AT&T in two fresh colors next month
Allow us to clarify, the colors are "fresh" as in "new," not as in "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air." Don't get us wrong, though: white almost always looks fresh (in the Fresh Prince sense) on a phone, and the Torch seems to be no exception -- partly thanks to the matching white keyboard. As expected, it'll be coming in red and white and will be available on November 7 (a day before the HTC Surround and Samsung Focus, interestingly) at the same time as a sweet new promotion that'll allow folks to buy any two accessories from AT&T and get a third one of equal or lesser value for free. Don't violate any fire codes stuffing yourselves into your local stores, alright? Follow the break for the press release.Continue reading BlackBerry Torch coming to AT&T in two fresh colors next monthBlackBerry Torch coming to AT&T in two fresh colors next month originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 28 Oct 2010 14:50:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments
iPad now on sale from Verizon Wireless and AT&T
You didn't forget did you? Today's the day that the WiFi-only iPad makes its inaugural appearance at Verizon. Whether it's the beginning of better days between the two US giants remains to be seen. As a reminder, Verizon's offer bundles a MiFi 2200 mobile hotspot with your choice of 16GB ($629), 32GB ($729), or 64GB ($829) iPads and 1GB ($20), 3GB ($35), or 5GB ($50) of data per month without contractual commitment.
Of lesser interest is the fact that AT&T will also begin selling the WiFi + 3G version of the iPad today in 16GB ($629), 32GB ($729), and 64GB ($829) with contract-free data plans for 250MB of data ($14.99) or 2GB of data ($25) per month with free access to AT&T's 23,000+ domestic WiFi hotspots. AT&T's also offering international plans ranging from 20MB for $24.99 per month on up to 200MB for a staggering $199.99 per month. Hit the appropriate source link below if either of these offers tickles your kraken.
[Thanks, Michael R. and Tyler P.]iPad now on sale from Verizon Wireless and AT&T originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 28 Oct 2010 06:51:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | AT&T, Verizon Wireless | Email this | Comments
Of lesser interest is the fact that AT&T will also begin selling the WiFi + 3G version of the iPad today in 16GB ($629), 32GB ($729), and 64GB ($829) with contract-free data plans for 250MB of data ($14.99) or 2GB of data ($25) per month with free access to AT&T's 23,000+ domestic WiFi hotspots. AT&T's also offering international plans ranging from 20MB for $24.99 per month on up to 200MB for a staggering $199.99 per month. Hit the appropriate source link below if either of these offers tickles your kraken.
[Thanks, Michael R. and Tyler P.]iPad now on sale from Verizon Wireless and AT&T originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 28 Oct 2010 06:51:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | AT&T, Verizon Wireless | Email this | Comments
Oakley's 3D Glasses Arriving Just in Time For Tron Legacy [Oakley]
Personally, I'm hoping all this 3D business will just go away if I ignore it long enough, but if you're riding the wave, you might want a decent pair of 3D spectacles. Oakley's new Tron-branded pair should be suitably futuristic. More »
Bluetooth module for Olympus Micro Four Thirds cameras hits the FCC
This one's still a bit mysterious, but what appears to be a Bluetooth module for Olympus' Micro Four Thirds cameras has just hit the FCC. Exactly what it does isn't clear, but it looks to be a match for the accessory port below the hot shoe on Olympus' PEN series cameras, which could open up a number of interesting possibilities -- a geotagging GPS module, perhaps, or even a file transfer device? Hopefully Olympus will clear things up getting official with this thing sooner rather than later. In the meantime, you can dive into the FCC reports at the link below.Bluetooth module for Olympus Micro Four Thirds cameras hits the FCC originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 27 Oct 2010 23:16:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | FCC | Email this | Comments
Walgreens now selling $100 Maylong M-150 Android tablet
Kmart may have been the first department store to get into the cheap Android tablet business, but it looks like Walgreens isn't about to stay out of this race to the bottom -- it's now offering the Maylong M-150 Android tablet for a mere $100. As you can see above, it's pretty much the tablet of your dreams. Not only does it run Android, but it boasts a familiar iPad design and interface, plus Internet Explorer for a web browser (icon), and access to the always useful "App Market." As for specs, it looks like you'll get a 7-inch resistive touchscreen with an 800 x 480 resolution, a 400MHz VIA VM8505+ processor, built-in WiFi, an unspecified amount of built-in flash memory, and a microSD card slot or expansion. Head on past the break for a video, and hit up the source link below if you're ready to place your order.Continue reading Walgreens now selling $100 Maylong M-150 Android tabletWalgreens now selling $100 Maylong M-150 Android tablet originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 27 Oct 2010 17:51:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink TechSpot | Walgreens | Email this | Comments
TSA Deems 11.6-Inch MacBook Air Bag-Friendly for Airports, But Not 13-Inch Model [Tsa]
It seems the 11.6-inch MacBook Air falls into the "small and portable electronic items" category that the iPad belongs to, at least where airport security is concerned. 13-inch Air owners will still have to remove them from bags, though. More »
HP EliteBook 8740w: Rugged, Powerful, and Sleek
The HP EliteBook 8740w is a highly configurable, business-rugged desktop replacement laptop that actually looks pretty cool. You can have it configured with a Core i5 or i7 processor, up to 32GB of 1333MHz DDR3 RAM, over 1TB of hard-drive space (or up to 256GB of solid-state drive space), and HP's...
Scratch and sniff this art for a waft of moon
Two artists have created a limited-edition set of prints that smell like the moon. But what, exactly, does the moon smell like?
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
The Top 10 Stories in IT This Week
Steve Jobs was a busy man this week, making a rare appearance on Apple's quarterly earnings call where he availed himself of the opportunity to trash-talk the...
4G defined: WiMax and LTE don't qualify
If someone is trying to sell you 4G wireless these days, don't believe them.
Low-cost network appliance has six gigabit Ethernet ports
Axiomtek announced a 1U network appliance that uses Intel Atom D410 or D510 processors and provides six gigabit Ethernet ports. The NA-320 includes both hard disk and CompactFlash storage, accepts up to 2GB of RAM, and has a PCI Express Mini Card expansion slot, the company says....
Hiring Microsoft's Elop Won't Erase Nokia's U.S. Woes
Hiring an American CEO isn't all Nokia has to do if it wants to succeed in the U.S., mobile industry analysts said on Friday.
Microsoft - Nokia - Business - Stephen Elop - Monopolies and Oligopolies
Microsoft - Nokia - Business - Stephen Elop - Monopolies and Oligopolies
T-Mobile Gets First Dibs on Galaxy Tab: November 10th For $400 [Galaxy Tab]
Unless AT&T announces that they're shipping the Galaxy Tab within the next three weeks, your first chance to get your hands on Samsung's Android tablet will be through T-Mobile on November 10th for $400 with a two-year contract. Sounds right to us, especially with Sprint charging the same. Sprint will have the device on November 14th, Verizon on the 11th. More »
Jobs Speaks! The Complete Transcript
[Editor's note: Steve Jobs had a lot to say Monday during his conference call with analysts following Apple's announcement of record earnings and sales. Here's...
Nokia's Savander: 'the Symbian Foundation will exist as an open source movement and we will use it'
The veracity of The Register's information regarding the Symbian Foundation's future remains to be seen -- but for what it's worth, Nokia's outspoken vice president of markets, Niklas Savander, seems to have some pretty strong language about the platform's future in a recent interview with CNET Asia. Here's the money quote in response to a question about whether Espoo will pull the Foundation's operations back in-house after having spun them off as an open-source operation in 2008:
"I don't see any reason for that. What would be the benefit of doing that? We have made it open source, so it's, of course, up to the different users whether they want to use it. The whole notion behind the open-source community is that people can choose to leave or not to leave. We have quite a few Japanese vendors that are pushing Symbian products. The Symbian Foundation will exist as an open source movement and we will use it. Other people are welcome to use it if they want to. If they don't, that's not going to change things. That's how open source works."
So Nokia's public-facing philosophy seems to be that they don't care who -- if anyone -- uses Symbian, they're going to continue to let the Foundation do its thing. Meanwhile, another part of the interview highlights the fact that they're still planning to continue to drive Symbian downmarket. Obviously, Nokia's internal roadmap could differ significantly from Savander's message, but so far, we don't have any hint from these guys that changes are afoot. That said, the Foundation's funding situation could force Nokia to take action if it wants the platform to continue to develop and evolve, but we suppose we'll cross that bridge when we get to it.
Another interesting tidbit in the interview highlights the fact that one of new Nokia CEO Stephen Elop's edicts has been to significantly reduce the amount of time between a product's announcement and its release, which might be the driving force behind his decision to push the introduction of Nokia's first MeeGo products into 2011. As much as we hate waiting, we'd say that's a stellar direction for the company to take -- nothing builds animosity toward a product more than letting it waste away in a purgatory of unattainability (assuming your name isn't Eldar Murtazin) for six-plus months.Nokia's Savander: 'the Symbian Foundation will exist as an open source movement and we will use it' originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 26 Oct 2010 15:36:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink FierceWireless | CNET Asia | Email this | Comments
"I don't see any reason for that. What would be the benefit of doing that? We have made it open source, so it's, of course, up to the different users whether they want to use it. The whole notion behind the open-source community is that people can choose to leave or not to leave. We have quite a few Japanese vendors that are pushing Symbian products. The Symbian Foundation will exist as an open source movement and we will use it. Other people are welcome to use it if they want to. If they don't, that's not going to change things. That's how open source works."
So Nokia's public-facing philosophy seems to be that they don't care who -- if anyone -- uses Symbian, they're going to continue to let the Foundation do its thing. Meanwhile, another part of the interview highlights the fact that they're still planning to continue to drive Symbian downmarket. Obviously, Nokia's internal roadmap could differ significantly from Savander's message, but so far, we don't have any hint from these guys that changes are afoot. That said, the Foundation's funding situation could force Nokia to take action if it wants the platform to continue to develop and evolve, but we suppose we'll cross that bridge when we get to it.
Another interesting tidbit in the interview highlights the fact that one of new Nokia CEO Stephen Elop's edicts has been to significantly reduce the amount of time between a product's announcement and its release, which might be the driving force behind his decision to push the introduction of Nokia's first MeeGo products into 2011. As much as we hate waiting, we'd say that's a stellar direction for the company to take -- nothing builds animosity toward a product more than letting it waste away in a purgatory of unattainability (assuming your name isn't Eldar Murtazin) for six-plus months.Nokia's Savander: 'the Symbian Foundation will exist as an open source movement and we will use it' originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 26 Oct 2010 15:36:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink FierceWireless | CNET Asia | Email this | Comments
TSA-Compliant Command Messenger from Timbuk2
If you fly frequently, you’ll appreciate the Command Messenger from Timbuk2.� This TSA-compliant bag has classic messenger-bag design and�is made of oxford nylon fabric in your choice of empire red, black, or potrero (a taupe).� The computer “Loveglove”, as they call their padded computer compartment, is on the outside back of the bag.� The Loveglove [...] Filed in categories: Laptop Gear, NewsTagged: TSA-compliant laptop bagTSA-Compliant Command Messenger from Timbuk2 originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on October 24, 2010 at 1:00 pm.
Appistry Offers App Dev Framework for Free
Framework is designed to ease development of apps written in Java, Spring, .NET or C++ for grids.
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Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Navigation devices, PC vs. Mac, Blackberry vs. iPhone, eReaders, Starbucks WiFi fail and more on Personal Tech Live with Rob Pegoraro
Rob Pegoraro answers your questions on recent gadget reviews, technology news and provides personal tech buying and fixing advice.
iPhone - Smartphone - Handhelds - Blackberry - Wi-Fi
iPhone - Smartphone - Handhelds - Blackberry - Wi-Fi
OpenOffice Council Shows LibreOffice Fans the Door
With all the Oracle-related antics going on this fall, it seems safe to say that those of us in the FOSS community haven't really needed to watch much TV. After all, we've laughed, we've cried, we've dropped our jaws in amazement, all just by observing the drama going on right around us with regard to OpenSolaris, OpenOffice.org and all the other projects whose fates were cast to the wind when Oracle purchased Sun.
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Sonos Wireless Dock for iPod and iPhone is out now for $119
And now we're at a crossroads. Apple is about to start hitting the wireless media streaming game hard with AirPlay and an armada of third party manufacturers. Meanwhile, Sonos is improving its already impressive streaming ecosystem with a now-shipping Sonos Wireless Dock (WD100) for your iPod or iPhone that can stream your device's music digitally to any of your Sonos ZonePlayers. It's not that bad a buy at $119, especially if you already have a big investment in Sonos. Plus, Sonos has plenty of other perks (like great support for online streaming music services) that it would be happy to point out to you. Still, we can't help but wonder what this sort of product will look like in an AirPlay-contoured market, say, one year from now.Continue reading Sonos Wireless Dock for iPod and iPhone is out now for $119Sonos Wireless Dock for iPod and iPhone is out now for $119 originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 26 Oct 2010 11:08:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments
Now You Can Pretend Your iPad is a Toolbox (Where the Apps Are the Tools?) [Ipad Cases]
It's half an iPad stand for easier browsing/viewing, half a carrying case for protection. I like the way it resembles a toolbox, for turning the screen body-wards and pretending you're a builder. Is it just me who that appeals to? More »
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