Oh Hexxeh, you sly tease. Yesterday, we saw the Chromium OS impresario post up an image of Google's browser-centric environment running around inside Apple's iPad and today he's followed it up with a video. Unfortunately, it's not the best performance demo in the world and is all too brief, but it does show touch sensitivity (kinda) functioning and -- the strongest evidence that we're no longer using iOS -- a mouse cursor! Join us after the break as we follow the fascinating journey of an attempted Spotify Extension installation in Chrome.
[Thanks, Aaron]Continue reading iPad and Chromium OS dance on videoiPad and Chromium OS dance on video originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 30 Sep 2010 08:24:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Hexxeh's Blog | Email this | Comments
Thursday, September 30, 2010
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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Daily Crunch: Egg Timer Edition
The iPod Nano Watch: Fashion Win Or Fashion Fail? Plumen Bulbs Make CFLs Look Good ? But They?re Still CFLs ?Acoustic Fingerprinting? Turns Any Device Into A Touchable Surface Egg-Bot Machine Threatens To Put The Bunny Out Of Business Scientists Are Preparing To Pull The Words Out Of Your Brain
Faster Foward: Big ambitions for the small screen from Apple?
SAN FRANCISCO -- Once again, Apple has issued reporters a vague invitation: Come to the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts here to see us introduce ... something.
Apple - Macintosh - Companies - IPod Touch - IPhone
Apple - Macintosh - Companies - IPod Touch - IPhone
Acer Aspire 5741G-6983: Closet Gaming Machine
The Acer Aspire 5741G-6983 is a tweener in the best sense of the word: It fits right between a great mainstream unit and a powerful gaming laptop. It has good input ergonomics, a nice 15.6-inch, 1366-by-768-pixel display, great everyday performance, and elegant styling. Throw in an AMD Mobility...
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Games - Acer - Gambling - Equipment - Storage
Timbuk2 Slingshot Netbook Case
Timbuk2's Slingshot is a minimalist bag designed to cart around an iPad, netbook, or e-reader--and not much else. It features some of Timbuk2's signature...
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Timbuk2 - Timbuk2 Slingshot Netbook Case Timbuk2 - Netbook - WWW - Arts
Lenovo IdeaCentre C315: Budget Beauty Lacks Brawn
Looking at the Lenovo IdeaCentre C315 is "a bit like staring into the sun"--that's a direct quote from our notes in reference to the bright, vibrant display on this 20-inch all-in-one desktop.
Beauty - Health - Lenovo - Advice - Schools
Beauty - Health - Lenovo - Advice - Schools
OMG U R NOT SERIOUS: Justin Bieber Gets His Own Headphone Line [Headphones]
Dr. Dre, what hath ye done? As if 3% of Twitter's racks weren't enough, tween demigod Justin Bieber can now lay claim to his own headphone line—part of the Beats by Dre series of audio gear. Totes adorbs! More »
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Wednesday, September 29, 2010
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Lenovo Introduces 11" ThinkPad Edge Ultraportable
Some analysts have suggested that the popularity of tablets will eat away at the ultraportable sector. That may end up being true in the long-term, but as of today, there is yet another ultraportable to choose from. The Lenovo ThinkPad Edge 11 is a new 11" laptop, and it's the smallest and lightest member of the Edge family. It still shares the same general ThinkPad look, but in a much smaller frame. The machine weighs less than 3lbs., has an HDMI port, includes a webcam and ships in three color choices: Midnight
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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.
High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection - Security - Digital rights management - HDMI - High-definition television
High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection - Security - Digital rights management - HDMI - High-definition television
Music Video Startup Vevo Is Seeing Tens Of Million In Revenue
Vevo CEO Rio Caraeff took the stage today at TechCrunch Disrupt to talk about how Vevo, like a Hulu for music launched in December 2009, is now the third largest source for video on the web. Vevo, whose core philosophy is that the Internet is about choice, now receives 49 million unique video viewers a month, with 500 million views in the US and 1.4 billion around the world.
Google Instant vs. Bing
Google's now offering real-time predictive search on its homepage, at least for anyone signed into a Google account (expect the service to go wide in the next short while). Some online pundits have suggested that Google's just pulled off the Internet version of New Coke--a supposedly better product that nobody really asked for--but I'm sort of liking the instant results, which seem to make the whole search process a little faster.
But this is Microsoft Watch, so I'm also thinking about how this might affect Bing. For the moment, Microsoft seems to be sticking with ye olde-fashioned model, suggesting possible search terms as you type but not offering real-time links. At least, not yet: If past trends are any indication, Microsoft will attempt to one-up Google with a predictive search feature of its very own, possibly within the next few weeks.
At the same time, though, Bing seems to be diverging from Google in certain key ways. Back in March, Bing Director Stefan Weitz pointed out to eWEEK that Google maintained an epic lead in traditional keyword-based search, compelling Microsoft to focus more on verticals such as commercial-based queries and travel.
"People are creatures of habit and they're fairly happy with Google's keyword search today and they think it works well," Weitz said at the time, "and there's no reason for them to look around."
At the same time, Weitz added, "It's not a zero-sum game ... We think we can expand that which people do with these engines. We can grow the overall pie, the overall number of searches that are happening across the Web." That means focusing on areas such as Bing Shopping, or instantly connecting users to theater show times--and in turn leads to features such as Local Events, which studs a map with pins showing the day's happenings around a particular location.
By the time June rolled around, Microsoft had expanded its verticals, offering an Entertainment tab centered on music, movies and games. That addition gave Bing the feeling of a Yahoo-like Web portal; not only could you search for terms from the main search page, but with two or three clicks you could also watch movie trailers or stream a song via the company's Zune service.
In other words, Microsoft may follow Google's latest foray into real time, but the two companies' search engines seem to be diverging somewhat in their respective missions and features.
But this is Microsoft Watch, so I'm also thinking about how this might affect Bing. For the moment, Microsoft seems to be sticking with ye olde-fashioned model, suggesting possible search terms as you type but not offering real-time links. At least, not yet: If past trends are any indication, Microsoft will attempt to one-up Google with a predictive search feature of its very own, possibly within the next few weeks.
At the same time, though, Bing seems to be diverging from Google in certain key ways. Back in March, Bing Director Stefan Weitz pointed out to eWEEK that Google maintained an epic lead in traditional keyword-based search, compelling Microsoft to focus more on verticals such as commercial-based queries and travel.
"People are creatures of habit and they're fairly happy with Google's keyword search today and they think it works well," Weitz said at the time, "and there's no reason for them to look around."
At the same time, Weitz added, "It's not a zero-sum game ... We think we can expand that which people do with these engines. We can grow the overall pie, the overall number of searches that are happening across the Web." That means focusing on areas such as Bing Shopping, or instantly connecting users to theater show times--and in turn leads to features such as Local Events, which studs a map with pins showing the day's happenings around a particular location.
By the time June rolled around, Microsoft had expanded its verticals, offering an Entertainment tab centered on music, movies and games. That addition gave Bing the feeling of a Yahoo-like Web portal; not only could you search for terms from the main search page, but with two or three clicks you could also watch movie trailers or stream a song via the company's Zune service.
In other words, Microsoft may follow Google's latest foray into real time, but the two companies' search engines seem to be diverging somewhat in their respective missions and features.
Navigation devices, PC vs. Mac, Blackberry vs. iPhone, eReaders, Starbucks WiFi fail and more on Personal Tech Live with Rob Pegoraro
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ModulR Begins Shipping Its IPad Case System
After teasing its extensible iPad case last June, ModulR on Wednesday announced that its system is now available.
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Business - Packaging - Industrial Goods and Services - Containers - Business and Economy
Does Your Website Need A Facelift?
If you're a small business with a website, you'll probably agree that having an online presence has taken your business to new heights. But when's the last time you took a look at that website to make sure it's still the efficient, powerful brand-management tool you envisioned it to be? A stagnant website could lead to stagnant sales.
ThinkGeek: Timmy O' Riley by L. Hadron and the Colliders
This homage to the Who features a full band of ThinkGeek musical instruments. In a word: epic.
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Operation Cyber Storm III underway, makes digital certificates cool again
Fans of cyberwarfare (which we are, if only because we like to imagine that it looks like Battlezone) take note: following hot on the heels previous Cyber Storm I and II and Cyber ShockWave wargames, the Department of Homeland Security is sponsoring a little something called Cyber Storm III. Starting yesterday, the three-day exercise simulates more than 1,500 different types of attack, with a special emphasis on identities, trust relationships, and digital certificates. As Brett Lambo, director of Homeland Security's Cyber Exercise Program, told AFP, "we're kind of using the Internet to attack itself. At a certain point the operation of the Internet is reliant on trust -- knowing where you're going is where you're supposed to be." The exercise will test the National Cyber Incident Response Plan as well as the new National Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Center. But you can breathe easily: the operation is focusing on defense, not offense (for now).Operation Cyber Storm III underway, makes digital certificates cool again originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 28 Sep 2010 17:47:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink CNET | Yahoo News | Email this | Comments
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Shwowp Wants To Change The Way You Shop
Shwowp, which is like a Tripit plus Blippy plus Mint for shopping, hails itself as a customer empowerment platform. Founded by Internet marketer Tara Hunt, Shwowp (in the same space as RightCliq) attempts to solve the problem of all our purchase data being scattered across multiple silos like Amazon, Bluefly, etc, by trying to corral our diverse shopping history into one place.
Shwowp users can make a purchase, forward the receipt or order information to wow@shwowp.com and the service will synch that info to your account. Once there you change the data, view your buying patterns and share information about your experience like how long to took to get to the store, availability, how influenced you were by what your friends were buying, etc.
Shwowp users can make a purchase, forward the receipt or order information to wow@shwowp.com and the service will synch that info to your account. Once there you change the data, view your buying patterns and share information about your experience like how long to took to get to the store, availability, how influenced you were by what your friends were buying, etc.
Dual-core Smartphones on the Horizon
Smartphones with dual-core chips could allow for faster application performance and 1080p video playback.
Multi-core processor - 1080p - Qualcomm - Snapdragon - Central processing unit
Multi-core processor - 1080p - Qualcomm - Snapdragon - Central processing unit
Pixel Qi turns into ideal 10-inch companion display with wired and Wireless USB, 1.5W power needs
Pixel Qi has today announced it's taking the next step in its quest for global domination of sunlight-readable displays. Partnering up with German outfit Display Solution AG, the company is about to start selling its 10-inch, 1024 x 600 panels as standalone units, which you'll be able to hook up to your computer or smartphone via USB, either the wired or Wireless version. Power consumption maxes out a measly 1.5W with the LED backlight turned on, meaning that one USB tether will be sufficient to feed it both power and data. We don't know exactly how long we've waited for a secondary screen with this sort of flexibility, but it's sure been a while. Look for Display Solution to start selling these hotcakes next month.Continue reading Pixel Qi turns into ideal 10-inch companion display with wired and Wireless USB, 1.5W power needsPixel Qi turns into ideal 10-inch companion display with wired and Wireless USB, 1.5W power needs originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 28 Sep 2010 03:27:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Pixel Qi | Email this | Comments
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Tablet Wars: How the BlackBerry PlayBook Measures Up
When Research in Motion introduced its tablet, the PlayBook, on Monday, it was diving into a market already dominated by Apple’s iPad.
But there’s other competition too, either already on the market or soon to be: The 5-inch Dell Streak, which is available now; and Samsung’s 7-inch Galaxy Tab, which isn’t.
Since the iPad started shipping in [...]
But there’s other competition too, either already on the market or soon to be: The 5-inch Dell Streak, which is available now; and Samsung’s 7-inch Galaxy Tab, which isn’t.
Since the iPad started shipping in [...]
HP Envy 17: A Sleek Desktop Replacement for Windows Users With Mac Envy
HP?s slick Envy 17 delivers Blu-ray and robust 3D graphics in an understated package.
Microsoft Windows - Blu-ray Disc - 3D computer graphics - Apple - Operating Systems
Microsoft Windows - Blu-ray Disc - 3D computer graphics - Apple - Operating Systems
Apple iPhone 4 Sells Out at China's Unicom
Global demand for Apple's iPhone is growing. China Unicom customers scooped up its full iPhone 4 inventory following the smartphone's Sept. 25 China debut. - Apple is seeing demand for its iPhone 4 growing on an international level, a
trend most recently illustrated in China.
Unicom, the country's second-largest mobile operator and the exclusive provider
of the Apple iPhone 4, announced that it doesn't have enough supply to meet
consumer demand, acco...
trend most recently illustrated in China.
Unicom, the country's second-largest mobile operator and the exclusive provider
of the Apple iPhone 4, announced that it doesn't have enough supply to meet
consumer demand, acco...
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Nielsen: growth of digital music sales flat in 2010
It's a bit early for the big music companies to start panicking, but it looks like the heyday of double-digit growth in digital music sales may now be behind us. That's according to market research firm Nielsen, at least, which found that sales in the US fell flat in 2010 after a 13 percent increase from 2008 to 2009, and a whopping 28 percent jump from 2007 to 2008. Nielsen is quick to point out, however, that it thinks this is a "plateau," and that it "doesn't mean that this digital consumption is going to drop significantly." It also still seems to be a different story outside of the US, with Nielsen reporting that digital music sales were up 7 percent in Britain, 13 percent in Germany and 19 percent in France.
Nielsen: growth of digital music sales flat in 2010 originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 27 Sep 2010 12:42:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Reuters | Email this | Comments
Nielsen: growth of digital music sales flat in 2010 originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 27 Sep 2010 12:42:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Reuters | Email this | Comments
Oracle Sues Google over Java Use in Android
Oracle sues Google for patent and copyright infringement over Google's use of Java in its Android operating system. The suit could halt Android development on phones, tablets and other platforms. - Oracle Aug. 12 sued Google for patent and copyright infringement over Google's
use of Java in its open-source Android operating system.
Oracle, which purchased Sun Microsystems and renamed it Oracle America
in January, accused Google of infringing seven Java patents and other
copyrights.
Sun ...
use of Java in its open-source Android operating system.
Oracle, which purchased Sun Microsystems and renamed it Oracle America
in January, accused Google of infringing seven Java patents and other
copyrights.
Sun ...
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Monday, September 27, 2010
Apple Tablet Is Coming, Whether We Need It or Not
Internet detectives are dredging up details around Apple's tablet computer. The Wall Street Journal noted the device aims to change the personal computing experience. Meanwhile, blogger Joe Wilcox argued that the world does not need another tablet, at least not one when the world has smartphones such as Apple's iPhone. He was quickly eviscerated in digital ink by TechCrunch blogger and Apple devotee MG Siegler and blogger/pundit Robert Scoble. If this Apple tablet proposes to dramatically alter the computing experience as we know it and ends up costing $500 or less someday, I will reconsider buying it or something of its ilk. - News Analysis: Just as blogger sleuths gradually unearthed the fine
points surrounding Google's Nexus One smartphone, Internet detectives are dredging up
details of Apple's tablet computer.
The Wall Street Journal reported (paywall) that the tablet will ship in
March, quoting sources briefed by ...
points surrounding Google's Nexus One smartphone, Internet detectives are dredging up
details of Apple's tablet computer.
The Wall Street Journal reported (paywall) that the tablet will ship in
March, quoting sources briefed by ...
LEDs light path to art (photos)
New exhibit at the San Jose Museum of Art captures the work of artist Leo Villareal who uses LEDs as a conduit for telling stories through math and coding.
Verizon Names Wireless Chief McAdam As COO
Decision to promote the champion of Verizon's move into CDMA and LTE wireless clarifies the firm's succession plans when current CEO Ivan Seidenberg retires.
Microsoft Dumps Windows Live Spaces For WordPress
Move raises questions about Redmond's ability to provide homegrown solutions for the Web 2.0 market.
Nokia Names Microsoft's Elop as New CEO
Nokia has named Stephen Elop, former president of Microsoft's business software group, to become its new CEO effective from later this month.
Microsoft - Stephen Elop - Nokia - Business - Olli-Pekka Kallasvuo
Microsoft - Stephen Elop - Nokia - Business - Olli-Pekka Kallasvuo
Apple Opens Up: Subtle iTunes 10.0.1 Update Makes Ping Immensely More Useful [Ping]
Like many people, I activated Ping when Apple revealed it earlier this month, and then like many people I stopped using it. Where's the, um, social? Why is it saying I like all these Britney Spears remixes? Et cetera. More »
8 HabITs Of Successful ITIL Experts
Are you on a path to become an ITIL V3 Expert? You are not alone. Many consultants, practitioners and job seekers look at this certification as a means to improve their work and IT opportunities. How can you successfully prepare yourself for the long and arduous road to certification? Follow these simple habits of the successful ITIL Expert.
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Why the Peek 9
The makers of the Peek Pronto have introduced a new device; the Peek 9. Great! What is it? Is it a phone? A scientific calculator? A digital dictionary? I got it, it’s an Electronic Foreign Language Translator! Actually it is none of those things. It is an Email Device. It probably should be some or [...] Filed in categories: Articles, News, WirelessTagged: Email, Gadgets, SMSWhy the Peek 9 originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on September 23, 2010 at 8:30 am.
TiVo banking on the software business, delays DirecTV HD unit to 2011
It's been five years since TiVo first promised DirecTV customers an HD DVR and two years since the company reaffirmed that claim, so if you've been waiting patiently you probably know what we're going to say -- it's been delayed yet again. TiVo marketing VP Joe Miller told PC Magazine that the fabled DirecTiVo will actually appear "early next year," which should give you plenty of time to work out your rage. Before you storm off to your standard-definition video collection, however, there's another thing you might like to know: the executive also not-so-subtly suggested that TiVo's hardware business won't be a focus for long. In a series of increasingly telling quotes, Miller called software the company's "core competence," said it was "in our blood" and "the thing we do well," and even added that "the software is what we're all about." To be completely frank, TiVo has held the gold standard for DVR software for over a decade, but that's mostly because no one successfully stepped up to the plate -- not even TiVo itself, whose Premiere interface shipped the definition of half-baked. So when the company suggests that software is one of its strengths, please pardon a few chuckles from our corner of the room. TiVo banking on the software business, delays DirecTV HD unit to 2011 originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 25 Sep 2010 22:38:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink Zatz Not Funny | PC Magazine | Email this | Comments
Sunday, September 26, 2010
How Pilots Saved Two Planes From Disaster at JFK [Video]
Nothing says welcome to New York City like a wing vomiting sparks as your airplane touches down at night. Just minutes before this video, the pilot radioed the news to JFK's air traffic control: "The right gear is stuck up." More »
Sonos Wireless Dock hands-on
What you have pictured here is the latest Sonos music device. In person the Sonos Wireless Dock is exactly what you were thinking when you read the press release yesterday. The demo unit had a special Sonos branded half case that left the bottom unaltered, because like many other docks, the cases get in the way of proper docking. The dock does accept the standard iPod dock inserts, so maybe there's still hope that a case manufacturer will ship it with a special insert made with the intent to simplify the life of one who like to use both an iPod case, and a dock together.
Gallery: Hands on with the Sonos Wireless DockSonos Wireless Dock hands-on originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 24 Sep 2010 18:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments
Gallery: Hands on with the Sonos Wireless DockSonos Wireless Dock hands-on originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 24 Sep 2010 18:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments
NSFW: TechCrunch Disrupt: The Drinking Game
In a little over 24 hours, the sun will rise on the second TechCrunch Disrupt conference, brilliantly titled "TechCrunch Disrupt: San Francisco". (Rejected titles include ?TechCrunch Disrupt 2: Money Never Sleeps?, ?TechCrunch Disrupt 2: For a Few Dollars More?, and ?TechCrunch Disrupt 2: I Still Know What You Did Last Summer?.)
For those of you who missed the inaugural Disrupt, held in New York back in May, the event is a mash-up of two formats: a start-up competition where 24 as-yet-unlaunched businesses compete for $50,000 and an old bowling trophy The TechCrunch Disrupt Cup - plus a star-studded conference where the likes of Erick Schmidt and Barry Diller take to the stage to inspire entrepreneurs and attempt to out-swear Carol Bartz. It's a ridiculously impressive line-up, with a ratio of three Chabillionaires to every Chamillionaire.
For those of you who missed the inaugural Disrupt, held in New York back in May, the event is a mash-up of two formats: a start-up competition where 24 as-yet-unlaunched businesses compete for $50,000 and an old bowling trophy The TechCrunch Disrupt Cup - plus a star-studded conference where the likes of Erick Schmidt and Barry Diller take to the stage to inspire entrepreneurs and attempt to out-swear Carol Bartz. It's a ridiculously impressive line-up, with a ratio of three Chabillionaires to every Chamillionaire.
Keep your kids iSafe with an alarm enabled backpack
Designed for kids ages 8 and up, the iSafe backpack has a built in security system, which is powered by batteries and can be activated by the wearer pulling on a cord. Once the cord is pulled, the bag sounds off as loud as a car alarm and can run up to 2 continuous hours [...] Filed in categories: Kid Gadgets, News, Spotlight GadgetsTagged: Backpack, Kids, SecurityKeep your kids iSafe with an alarm enabled backpack originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on September 25, 2010 at 9:03 pm.
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Google Gmail Logs 10M Calls in First Week
Google said Sept. 1 Gmail users made more than 10 million calls through its new Call Phones from Gmail feature. The company provided tips on how to use the service with Google Voice. - Google said Sept. 1 Gmail users made more than 10 million
calls through its new Call Phones from Gmail feature since it launched a week
ago.
Launched Aug. 25, Call Phones from Gmail lets users place calls to contacts
directly from Gmail. Calls placed from Gmail in the United States and Canada ar...
calls through its new Call Phones from Gmail feature since it launched a week
ago.
Launched Aug. 25, Call Phones from Gmail lets users place calls to contacts
directly from Gmail. Calls placed from Gmail in the United States and Canada ar...
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XtremeMac Announces New IPad Cases and Protectors
Sunrise, Florida-based XtremeMac has announced several new cases for the iPad, starting with the Tuffwrap ($40), a form-fitting silicone snap-on that protects...
Sept. 14, 1716: Boston Harbor Gets Navigation
1716: Boston Light, the first lighthouse in the New World, starts guiding ships into Boston Harbor.
As early as the late 17th century, settlers in the Massachusetts Bay Colony guided ships into Boston Harbor with bonfires. Seeking a more permanent solution for navigation, the colonial government authorized the construction of a lighthouse on Little Brewster Island [...]
As early as the late 17th century, settlers in the Massachusetts Bay Colony guided ships into Boston Harbor with bonfires. Seeking a more permanent solution for navigation, the colonial government authorized the construction of a lighthouse on Little Brewster Island [...]
Cisco, Skype Merger Could Improve Enterprise and Consumer VOIP, Video
News Analysis: After its Aug. 6 IPO filing, Skype has a couple of months to decide whether to go ahead with a public offering or to opt for an eBay part deux by falling into the arms of another large acquirer. Right now, the most likely buyer is Cisco Systems. It's not clear whether Cisco will end up opting to pony up billions of dollars to purchase Skype, but few technology companies would be better suited to take Skype to the next level. Skype could be a natural extension to many existing products within the Cisco portfolio and could be a vital cog to help deliver VOIP (voice over IP), instant messaging chats and multiparty video calling to even more places and more devices. eWEEK Labs combed through the networking giant's array of products and services aimed toward the home, the office and the data center to identify possible points of synergy where Cisco could better deliver these services to consumers and enterprise employees alike. Meanwhile, Cisco could capitalize on opportunities to integrate and interoperate with redundant internal solutions to help extend the walls of Skype's garden to greener pastures. - ...
EU plans to end Apple antitrust investigation in light of relaxed iPhone rules
It seems like Apple's legal team is constantly embroiled in a pitched battle of some sort, but this weekend they might get to relax -- citing recent iPhone policy changes, the European Commission's decided to stop breathing down their necks. Though the EU originally joined the US Department of Justice and Federal Trade Commission in investigating why Cupertino chose to block third-party dev tools and ads earlier this year, the fact that Apple recently relaxed both restrictions (and created a repair program for iPhones purchased abroad) satisfied European regulators. "The Commission intends to close the investigations into these matters," it wrote earlier today. There's no guarantee that the US powers-that-be will exercise similar leniency, of course, but we wouldn't be surprised -- even inside Apple, the DoJ's got other fish to fry.EU plans to end Apple antitrust investigation in light of relaxed iPhone rules originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 25 Sep 2010 13:34:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Europa | Email this | Comments
Saturday, September 25, 2010
Robot marching 300 miles from Tokyo to Kyoto
Eat your heart out, Energizer Bunny: Panasonic's battery-operated Mr. Evolta robot is on a 300-mile trek from Tokyo to Kyoto.
How would you change Dell's Streak?
Oh, sure -- our international contemporaries have been toying with the Dell Streak for the better part of 2010, but Americans have just recently had their equal opportunity to indulge. It's a mini tablet, or a huge phone. Or both. And sometimes neither. But whatever the case may be on any given Sunday, the 5-inch Streak has caused more of a stir for the folks in Round Rock than any product since the Adamo. For those who eagerly pre-ordered and then not-so-eagerly paid the credit bill upon receipt, we're interested in knowing exactly how things are going so far. Are you still stoked about having a 5-inch phone? Would you have made it any larger / smaller? Changed the casing? Made it available on another carrier? Thrown in a slide-out QWERTY keyboard? Let us know in comments below, capiche?How would you change Dell's Streak? originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 25 Sep 2010 01:11:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments
Sennheiser Introduces Line of Apple-remote Headphones
Audio manufacturer Sennheiser has announced seven new headphones featuring a three-button remote/microphone module specifically designed for Apple’s iPhones...
Apple - Sennheiser - IPhone - Headphones - Audio
Apple - Sennheiser - IPhone - Headphones - Audio
Leaked Nintendo 3DS Hardware Specs Analyzed
Is this what's really inside Nintendo's upcoming 3DS gaming handheld?
Nintendo - Nintendo 3DS - Games - Video game - 3ds
Nintendo - Nintendo 3DS - Games - Video game - 3ds
Joby Gorillapod Video gets all bendy for mini camcorders
Joby’s Gorillapod Video has been designed specifically for mini-camcorders, so you can seamlessly capture video wherever you go. The omni-directional positioning video head allows for easy orientation at any angle, with seamless 360 degree pan and 135 degree tilt. Constructed of anodized aluminum, the lightweight design is engineered for durability and capture on-the-go. The Gorillapod [...] Filed in categories: Audio, Video, TV Gear, News, Spotlight GadgetsTagged: Tripod, VideoJoby Gorillapod Video gets all bendy for mini camcorders originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on September 22, 2010 at 4:51 pm.
DoJ Settles Tech Hiring Pact Case
Apple, Adobe, Google, Intel, Intuit, and Pixar are again free to cold-call each other to lure away skilled workers.
BlackBerry 9670 series clamshell earns FCC love
At first, we thought we were looking at the back of yet another standard design Bold or Curve -- but check out that nice, fat hinge up top. Indeed, we have every reason to believe we're looking at the long-rumored BlackBerry 9670 clamshell here, and the test reports confirm the presence of 802.11b / g / n and dual-band CDMA in this particular version -- in other words, it'll almost certainly be coming to either Sprint or Verizon. Given what we've seen of this little monster so far, we're going to need to reserve judgment until we play with one; RIM's BlackBerry Developer Conference is next week, and we wouldn't be shocked if it showed up there. Here's hoping!BlackBerry 9670 series clamshell earns FCC love originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 24 Sep 2010 14:52:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | FCC | Email this | Comments
Could There Be A Better Advertisement For The iPad?
Apple, no doubt, has a history of creating commercials that resonate with consumers. And with the recent Facetime ads, Apple has taken it one step further, appealing to the human emotion. But honestly, sometimes the best commercials are not produced by a big-name agency or a famous director. TechCrunch reader Paul Sanduleac sent us this video of his four-year-old brother using an iPad. It's nothing short of impressive.
Not only is the little boy able to swipe on the device, but he's taped playing various with apps, including a Keyboard app and a few games. You can see he's having the time of his life, while also interacting with the content and learning alphabets and colors as well.
Not only is the little boy able to swipe on the device, but he's taped playing various with apps, including a Keyboard app and a few games. You can see he's having the time of his life, while also interacting with the content and learning alphabets and colors as well.
Verizon: Droid X update to Froyo is ready
Verizon Wireless will push Android 2.2, or Froyo over the air to Motorola Droid X smartphones on Wednesday, though customers can now start updating to the new OS now on their own, the carrier said Tuesday. Droid X users can start their own update by going to Menu>Settings>About Phone>System Updates, where Verizon has posted step-by-step instructions.
Friday, September 24, 2010
HP Slate prototype gets yet another guided tour, this time with HDMI-equipped dock (video)
Remember that HP Slate prototype video we happened upon just yesterday? The owner, who goes by the name x313xkillax on YouTube, is back with over eight more minutes of footage, including the packaging. According to the back of the box of this self-proclaimed business model, here's the official specs we're looking at: a 1.86GHz Intel Atom Z540 with GMA500 and Broadcom Crystal HD Enhanced Video accelerator, 8.9-inch WSVGA screen, 2GB DDR2 RAM, about 60GB storage capacity, Windows 7 Home Premium, 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth, SD card reader, and a 2-Cell 30WHr Lithium-ion Polymer battery. There are two cameras here, one in front and one in rear.
As shown via MS Paint, the screen can detect at least four fingers at a time. The browser is a bit laggy but does do pinch-to-zoom -- again, he calls it a prototype, so it may be better in the final production model. Also in the packaging? A handy dock for keeping your Slate comfy and upright -- it's even got kickstand, two USBs, and HDMI out. But hey, we're wasting your time, and you're the kind of person who wants to see this enterprise-bound tablet in action. Don't let us get in your way, it's just after the break.
[Thanks, Kim L]Continue reading HP Slate prototype gets yet another guided tour, this time with HDMI-equipped dock (video)HP Slate prototype gets yet another guided tour, this time with HDMI-equipped dock (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 24 Sep 2010 21:21:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | YouTube | Email this | Comments
As shown via MS Paint, the screen can detect at least four fingers at a time. The browser is a bit laggy but does do pinch-to-zoom -- again, he calls it a prototype, so it may be better in the final production model. Also in the packaging? A handy dock for keeping your Slate comfy and upright -- it's even got kickstand, two USBs, and HDMI out. But hey, we're wasting your time, and you're the kind of person who wants to see this enterprise-bound tablet in action. Don't let us get in your way, it's just after the break.
[Thanks, Kim L]Continue reading HP Slate prototype gets yet another guided tour, this time with HDMI-equipped dock (video)HP Slate prototype gets yet another guided tour, this time with HDMI-equipped dock (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 24 Sep 2010 21:21:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | YouTube | Email this | Comments
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With latest launch, Halo could Reach new heights
After nine years and millions of sales, it's hard to imagine Halo: Reach taking anyone by surprise. But the sixth iteration of the hit franchise could shatter sales records.
Toshiba Satellite L635 ? A Kid-worthy Laptop
Toshiba and Best Buy have teamed up to create a full sized laptop just for kids ages 5-10. Besides featuring an Intel Celeron processor, 13.3-inch diagonal HD display, built-in DVD drive and Webcam, the L635 has a cleanable keyboard and a no-gloss Dura-cross textured finish that helps resist fingerprints. It also comes loaded with special [...] Filed in categories: Kid Gadgets, Laptop Gear, News, Spotlight GadgetsTagged: Kids, LaptopToshiba Satellite L635 – A Kid-worthy Laptop originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on September 23, 2010 at 6:05 pm.
Panasonic's hair-washing robot: rinse, kill, repeat
If Panasonic can build an exercise horse then surely a robot that washes your hair should come as no surprise. Imagine being lifted from your robotic bed by a plush care-assist robot and placed into a chair for an automatic shampoo and scalp massage. That is the future of care for the elderly and sick in Japan, or the rich and lazy everywhere else. Panasonic's hair-washing robot scans each human head three-dimensionally to apply just the right amount of pressure during the shampoo, massage, and rinse phases. It recognizes repeat customers and then applies that person's preferred massage course using its human-like sixteen "fingers." Each arm contains a trio of motors to power swing, press, and massage motions... or to snap your spinal column should you decide to sass.Continue reading Panasonic's hair-washing robot: rinse, kill, repeatPanasonic's hair-washing robot: rinse, kill, repeat originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 24 Sep 2010 07:53:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments
Verbatim's Clip-it is a USB drive with paperclip ambitions
It sure is hard to differentiate yourself in the highly competitive world of ever-shrinking USB storage. To avoid this trend of disregard, Verbatim has sent its latest offering off to paper management school and the results are now apparent for us to see. The new Clip-it comes with an added incision in the middle of its lilliputian body that allows it to act as a paperclip or maybe even a handsome accessory to your geek chique outfit. Verbatim makes sure to tell us (about eleventy times) that the Clip-it has scooped up a red dot Design Award for its ingenuity, and prices the thing at eminently affordable €8.99 (2GB) and €11.49 (4GB) levels. Those correspond to $12 and $15.34, respectively, meaning you could have the whole set of seven colors for less than what you'd have to spend on just one iWatch.Continue reading Verbatim's Clip-it is a USB drive with paperclip ambitionsVerbatim's Clip-it is a USB drive with paperclip ambitions originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 24 Sep 2010 01:52:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink Engadget German, Red Ferret | | Email this | Comments
Dell's Looking Glass tablet gets another chance to shine (video)
The elusive Looking Glass might have dodged the zoom lenses yesterday, but luckily, the good folks at Oracle managed to tape Michael Dell's lightning demo (pun totally intended) with a close-up shot. From what we can see, the volume rocker is located at the top side of the tablet, right next to what could potentially be a switch for screen rotation lock or silent mode; the headphone jack appears to be on the left-hand side of the device, which makes sense -- we can't imagine this beastly device fitting into a pocket of any sorts, otherwise. Sadly, we can't confirm whether this 7-inch Android tablet uses the same PDMI port as featured on the Streak, nor can we see what's on the back -- we caught a glimpse of something shiny, but the leaked spec sheet we came across some time ago doesn't mention a back camera. Anyhow, you can catch this big daddy in action right after the break -- about 1:27 into the clip.Gallery: Dell's Looking Glass tablet gets another chance to shine (video)
Continue reading Dell's Looking Glass tablet gets another chance to shine (video)Dell's Looking Glass tablet gets another chance to shine (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 23 Sep 2010 20:41:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Oracle | Email this | Comments
Continue reading Dell's Looking Glass tablet gets another chance to shine (video)Dell's Looking Glass tablet gets another chance to shine (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 23 Sep 2010 20:41:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Oracle | Email this | Comments
PSA: Sony says counterfeit PS3 controllers could explode
We're not sure why anyone would buy a knock-off DualShock 3 or SIXAXIS gamepad, considering the trouble Sony's taken to make sure they don't work, but the PlayStation 3 manufacturer has another reason you might want to steer clear of counterfeit pads -- they could be tiny Li-ion bombs poised to explode. Talk about force feedback! Yes, the company that brought us exploding laptop batteries says that third-party products "which are practically identical in appearance to genuine PlayStation(R)3 wireless controllers" may burst into flame, and as you might expect, Sony suggests that you run out to your nearest retailer and purchase the real deal instead. PSA: Sony says counterfeit PS3 controllers could explode originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 23 Sep 2010 18:01:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink CNET | Sony | Email this | Comments
Google Gets Chrome Web Store Ready To Roll With Guidelines, Payments, And Previews
While they're still only officially saying that the it will launch "later this year", it appears that Google is taking the steps to get ready for a Chrome Web Store launch very soon. Specifically, a post today highlights that developers can now hook their apps up to Google Checkout merchant accounts (to be able to sell their apps -- U.S.-only for the time being), and that there is now a way to preview how your app will look in the store when it goes live.
None of this should be too surprising consider that a presentation in August stated the Chrome Web Store would launch in October. But all the pieces are finally falling into place. While the placeholder space for apps in Chromium (the open source browser that Chrome is based on) keep popping in and out of�existence, the Web Store itself seems to be fully�functional�(it's a part of the Extension online area).
None of this should be too surprising consider that a presentation in August stated the Chrome Web Store would launch in October. But all the pieces are finally falling into place. While the placeholder space for apps in Chromium (the open source browser that Chrome is based on) keep popping in and out of�existence, the Web Store itself seems to be fully�functional�(it's a part of the Extension online area).
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HP Windows 7 Slate Video Suggests Trainwreck in Making
Hewlett-Packard's tablet aspirations might be in very, very big trouble--and along with it, Microsoft's hopes for making a dent in the tablet market.
Take a look at the following YouTube video, which comes courtesy of the curiously named "x313xkillax."
If that's really a prototype of the upcoming HP Slate running Windows 7, and if it's anything close to the finished product, then they might as well stamp "R.M.S. Titanic" on the side. Why include a "CTRL-ALT-DEL" button on the device's chassis unless you expect the software to crash on a regular basis? What's with having a mechanical button to activate a virtual onscreen keyboard? And yes, the device seems to Web-surf pretty quickly, but an unmodified version of Windows 7 on a small touch screen translates into icons roughly the size of theoretical particles: You better have a stylus or small fingers.
We're not even going to talk about how it takes 25 seconds to boot.
During July's Fortune Brainstorm Tech conference, HP's Todd Bradley was quoted as saying, "Our focus is working with our still largest software partner, Microsoft, to create a tablet for the enterprise business." This was relatively soon after HP acquired Palm, whose WebOS is widely expected to appear on the company's consumer-oriented tablets.
If this video actually shows a near-final HP Slate in action, then I can only assume that HP is pouring resources into the WebOS version of the tablet, and neglecting the development of the Windows 7 counterpart--leaving it to die, in other words, while they leverage their Palm acquisition to its fullest extent. Either that, or else HP assumes that businesses will simply buy anything, provided there's enough sales muscle behind it.
Although Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer has said repeatedly that his company intends to triumph in the tablet arena, it's been an open question whether Windows will be modified to run on the form factor. Some might argue that Windows 7 came with touch-screen capabilities baked into the code, and that all Microsoft needs to do is find a manufacturing partner willing to design a truly kick-ass piece of hardware.
But Google Android and Apple's iOS4 have both demonstrated the better utility of a smartphone-like OS on a tablet; if I were Microsoft, I'd give serious thought to importing Windows Phone 7's user interface onto the form factor, and discarding entirely this albatross of an idea that Windows 7 can run perfectly on anything with a processor and a screen. It can't.
And if this supposed HP prototype is the shape of things to come, everybody's going to learn that the hard way.
Take a look at the following YouTube video, which comes courtesy of the curiously named "x313xkillax."
If that's really a prototype of the upcoming HP Slate running Windows 7, and if it's anything close to the finished product, then they might as well stamp "R.M.S. Titanic" on the side. Why include a "CTRL-ALT-DEL" button on the device's chassis unless you expect the software to crash on a regular basis? What's with having a mechanical button to activate a virtual onscreen keyboard? And yes, the device seems to Web-surf pretty quickly, but an unmodified version of Windows 7 on a small touch screen translates into icons roughly the size of theoretical particles: You better have a stylus or small fingers.
We're not even going to talk about how it takes 25 seconds to boot.
During July's Fortune Brainstorm Tech conference, HP's Todd Bradley was quoted as saying, "Our focus is working with our still largest software partner, Microsoft, to create a tablet for the enterprise business." This was relatively soon after HP acquired Palm, whose WebOS is widely expected to appear on the company's consumer-oriented tablets.
If this video actually shows a near-final HP Slate in action, then I can only assume that HP is pouring resources into the WebOS version of the tablet, and neglecting the development of the Windows 7 counterpart--leaving it to die, in other words, while they leverage their Palm acquisition to its fullest extent. Either that, or else HP assumes that businesses will simply buy anything, provided there's enough sales muscle behind it.
Although Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer has said repeatedly that his company intends to triumph in the tablet arena, it's been an open question whether Windows will be modified to run on the form factor. Some might argue that Windows 7 came with touch-screen capabilities baked into the code, and that all Microsoft needs to do is find a manufacturing partner willing to design a truly kick-ass piece of hardware.
But Google Android and Apple's iOS4 have both demonstrated the better utility of a smartphone-like OS on a tablet; if I were Microsoft, I'd give serious thought to importing Windows Phone 7's user interface onto the form factor, and discarding entirely this albatross of an idea that Windows 7 can run perfectly on anything with a processor and a screen. It can't.
And if this supposed HP prototype is the shape of things to come, everybody's going to learn that the hard way.
Thursday, September 23, 2010
Welcome to Samy Kamkar's zombie cookie factory
No doubt you know about browser cookies -- pieces of text stored on your PC and retrieved by programs running on a website.
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Home-Use Drugs Tester: "Just Suck On This Dear, It's, Err, Tobacco-Flavored..." [Drugs]
Normally parents rely on telltale signs such as an increased/decreased appetite or perhaps a new decor where the bedroom is wallpapered with Bob Marley posters, but in two years' time they can just whip out a handheld drugs tester instead. More »
The Proper Care and Feeding of Your HDTV, Phone, and Camera
You have to take care of your stuff--all of it. Like your car and your house, your electronic gadgets big and small need to stay clean and protected from accidents.
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High-definition television - Camera - Business - Arts and Entertainment - Television
SAP rolls out wave of 'rapid deployment' apps
SAP is unleashing a set of "Rapid Deployment" software applications that can be rolled out in as little as 12 weeks, the company announced Wednesday. The products include a combination of software, services, and content at a predefined cost, and they can be run on-premise or hosted by SAP or its partners. Subscription pricing is available for the applications, which will be launched initially in North America and German-speaking countries, SAP said.
Researcher Pins Broadband Price Stagnation On Supplier's Market
With only two wireline providers and no government incentive to lower consumer costs, competition is based on features, not pricing, finds Northwestern professor.
FCC move to release 'white spaces' has tech firms dreaming of wireless boom
Two decades ago, the FCC released similar airwaves to the public, but no one thought doing so would have much impact for consumers. They were wrong: That band of short-range radio waves spawned baby monitors, garage-door openers and thousands of WiFi hot spots at Starbucks, New York's Times Square and homes across the nation.
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white space - Wireless - Telecommunication - Business - Wi-Fi
Apple, Other Smartphone Makers Hit with Infringement Suits
Little-known SmartPhone Technologies files lawsuits against Apple, AT&T, Research In Motion, Samsung, Sanyo, LG Electronics and Motorola accusing them of violating patents owned by the company. - The smartphone patent lawsuit derby continues with a company named
SmartPhone Technologies suing Apple, AT amp;T, Research In Motion, Samsung,
Sanyo, LG Electronics and Motorola, accusing them of violating patents owned by
the company. Filed in the U.S. District Court in the Eastern District of T...
SmartPhone Technologies suing Apple, AT amp;T, Research In Motion, Samsung,
Sanyo, LG Electronics and Motorola, accusing them of violating patents owned by
the company. Filed in the U.S. District Court in the Eastern District of T...
Visa rolling out payWave mobile phone payments in NY subway and taxis
DeviceFidelity's mobile twist on Visa's payWave system is a nice little solution to the fact that nobody's bothered to build contactless payment chips into US mobile phones just yet -- DeviceFidelity just stuffs the Visa smart chip circuitry into a microSD card and lets you on your way. Of course, this supplants the much needed additional storage on an Android handset, and requires a chunky add-on case for the iPhone, but at least it's a start. Visa will now start allowing those payWave-enabled devices to make contactless payments at subway turnstiles and taxi backseats in New York City as part of a new trial for the tech. Of course you've been able to do this with all sorts of chipped credit cards already, but there's something very future-ey about swiping your phone to make a payment -- now how about ditching the clunky add-ons and building some of this circuitry in by default?Continue reading Visa rolling out payWave mobile phone payments in NY subway and taxisVisa rolling out payWave mobile phone payments in NY subway and taxis originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 23 Sep 2010 00:12:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments
Microsoft's Arc Touch Mouse Lurking Around Web
With all the recent excitement over touch screens, it's sometimes easy to overlook that the mouse remains essentially unchanged from Ye Olden Days of the Reagan era. Sure, they've gotten more ergonomically inclined, with new inputs such as scroll wheels and third buttons; but a time-traveler from the 1980s would have no trouble recognizing and using one.The mouse's current evolution, it seems, centers on making it more touch-centric than ever. Look at Apple's Magic Mouse, with a multitouch surface that allows for scrolls, swipes and zooms. Then there's Microsoft's Arc Touch Mouse, images of which recently appeared on a German shopping Website. Microsoft's not making anything official, but if the rumors prove true, the mouse includes some features that would give Sonny Crockett a severe case of future shock: touch-scrolling, a 2.4GHz nano transceiver and the ability to flatten its regular arched shape for easier transport.The mouse's page on that German Website has already been taken down, but Engadget managed to snatch some screenshots ahead of the deletion. Slashgear's also posted a supposed marketing image, which has the Arc Touch Mouse looking like a black plastic inchworm.Rumors peg the mouse's price at $69.95, and its release date sometime during the fall (soon, in any case). Personally, aside from the coolness factor, I don't see the point of a mouse that can alternatively curve or flatten--I know some people would rather use a mouse with their laptops, and carry one along on trips; but I didn't figure enough of them out there to justify that sort of engineering decision. In any case, it's a differentiator.Given how that silver strip bifurcates the top of the mouse into two black "tabs," I'm guessing this is a two-button mouse in the tradition of previous Microsoft offerings. Does a finger-swipe on that strip activate the touch scrolling? I'm thinking maybe; it's certainly positioned in the same place as a traditional scroll wheel. I'm curious about whether this follows in the steps of the Magic Mouse, with a multitouch surface, or if we're dealing with old-fashioned mechanical buttons.Either way, Microsoft will likely make an announcement soon. For your viewing pleasure, here's one of the snatched box shots that's been drifting around the Interwebs:
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Sony Ericsson's CEO promises 'big surprises in the next few months' (video)
The grand opening of Sony Ericsson's new Americas HQ in Atlanta isn't the sort of thing we spend sleepless nights thinking about, but a PSP Phone is. It's mighty encouraging, therefore, to hear the company's CEO Bert Nordberg tease "big surprises" coming from his team over the next few months. That revelation was accompanied by plentiful references to SE as an entertainment phone maker, a sly grin, and the usual disclaimer that "we never announce them in advance" -- though considering the gap between the Xperia X10 announcement and arrival to market, maybe Bert should reconsider that part. Either way, unless SE's big surprise is the delivery of a smartphone with an up-to-date OS and cutting-edge components on time (which would, admittedly, be a surprise), we're happy to take this as a sign that the Android 3.0-powered gaming platform-cum-smartphone is brewing nicely behind the scenes.Continue reading Sony Ericsson's CEO promises 'big surprises in the next few months' (video)Sony Ericsson's CEO promises 'big surprises in the next few months' (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 22 Sep 2010 15:49:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Global Atlanta | Email this | Comments
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
This iPad Kissing Game Lets You Go To It, If You Relax [Video]
This iPad game is a wee bit psychic: its headband can sense how hard you're concentrating, rewarding inner calm with a virtual kiss from a model trapped in the screen. And when purchased, it intuits your crushing loneliness. More »
Nokia Names Microsoft's Elop as New CEO
Nokia has named Stephen Elop, president of Microsoft's business software group, to become its new CEO effective from later this month.
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So It's Come To This: NFL FanVision Lets You Watch Football, While Watching Football [Video]
Stephen Ross, the billionaire owner of the Miami Dolphins, wants to put a streaming video device in the hand of every NFL fan, broadcasting live footage of the game you just paid to attend. So why bother going at all? More »
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An iPhone App For Asking Questions And Getting Nearby Answers
The search engine Ask is about to submit an iPhone app to Apple designed for asking questions on the go. About a year ago, Ask returned to its roots as a place to ask and answer questions. Roughly 35 to 40 percent of all search queries typed into Ask are in the form of a question, versus maybe 6 to 9 percent for other search engines, according to Ask president Doug Leeds. Ask's main search page centers around questions, and last July it launched a social Q&A feature that is still in private beta.
When the iPhone app launches in the next couple of weeks, anyone who downloads it will automatically be enrolled in Ask's social Q&A beta. The app lets you ask questions either by typing them in or speaking them. It translates the voice to text and then tries to offer up the most likely answer right away, based on its index of more than 500 million question and answer pairs from sources across the Web, including other Q&A sites, FAQ pages, and more. Right below that best guess is an option to "Ask the Community." Your question will then be routed to people in the beta who self-selected as being knowledgeable in related categories.
When the iPhone app launches in the next couple of weeks, anyone who downloads it will automatically be enrolled in Ask's social Q&A beta. The app lets you ask questions either by typing them in or speaking them. It translates the voice to text and then tries to offer up the most likely answer right away, based on its index of more than 500 million question and answer pairs from sources across the Web, including other Q&A sites, FAQ pages, and more. Right below that best guess is an option to "Ask the Community." Your question will then be routed to people in the beta who self-selected as being knowledgeable in related categories.
HTC Trophy with Windows Phone 7 caught in the wild?
HTC Trophy isn't an entirely new name 'round these here parts -- in fact, we've seen it twice now on two documents that have propagated the internet before their respective time. But this is the first claimed sighting of such a device, and according to Pocketnow, what we're looking at is indeed the Trophy itself, packed with Windows Phone 7. And that's about all we can say here, as there's no indication of price, release date, or if this is actually one of the many other WP7 devices HTC has cooking. At any rate, have no fear, the manufacturer's all but guaranteed to bring you numerous options from which to choose.
[Thanks to everyone who sent this in]HTC Trophy with Windows Phone 7 caught in the wild? originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 21 Sep 2010 22:54:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Pocketnow | Email this | Comments
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Avaya spins Android videoconferencing tablet
Avaya announced an an 11.6-inch WXGA tablet and docking station that runs Android, along with additional enterprise-focused videoconferencing products and services. Avaya Flare Experience runs on the Atom-based, tablet-like Avaya Desktop Video Device, and offers collaboration capabilities across video, voice and text, says the company....
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Price Fight: Xbox 360 with Kinect vs. PlayStation 3 with Move
Microsoft played its hand at E3, while Sony laid down a few new cards at yesterday's Gamescom presser , so how do the two systems stack up now that everything's on the table?
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Remains of the Day: Lawyer up
It's a law of conservation: when the universe closes one lawsuit, it opens another. Plus, the fuzz talks to Steve Jobs about his missing iPhone 4, and AT&T's...
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Steve Jobs - IPhone - Law - Apple - Legal Information
Oracle's Mark Hurd Discloses His New Priorities
Since his sudden ouster as Hewlett-Packard CEO and then his re-emergence one month later as president of Oracle, Mark Hurd has generally kept a low profile and not much has been said about his specific responsibilities. But in a low-key comment during last week's earnings call, Hurd revealed what he'll be focusing upon at Oracle.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 Impressions: Evolution, Not Revolution [DigitalCameras]
DigitalCameraInfo got some hands-on time with the LUMIX DMC-GH2, Panasonic's new Micro Four Thirds, and while they had some quibbles about it's lack of true 1080p, 60fps video (or 3D video), they still think it'll be best of class. [DigitalCameraReview] More »
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Plantronics M100: A Bluetooth Headset With Comfy Design and Convenient Touches
A lightweight, discreet design, and some thoughtful features help distinguish this midrange Bluetooth headset.
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Headset - Plantronics - Bluetooth - Wireless - Data Communications
Lesson from latest Twitter attack: Don't hover?
Users no longer have to click on a link to have their system hacked. Now they only have to hover over the link with their on-screen pointer.
Solar Impulse set for next flight
This week the solar plane is due to take to the skies once again to see how the craft will fare amid other air traffic.
Apple Predictions for 2010: iPhone on Multiple Carriers, iSlate, Beatles
Apple experienced a strong 2009 despite the recession but may make substantial changes to its product lines and strategy in 2010 in order to counter direct competition from Google, Microsoft and other players. Those strategies could include opening the iPhone to multiple carriers, introducing an iPod Touch with a camera, expanding its retail footprint, releasing the long-rumored tablet PC, imposing increased regulation on the App Store, and even introducing the Beatles catalog to iTunes. - In contrast to many tech companies dampened down by the recession, Apple
experienced rising revenue and profits throughout 2009, buoyed by strong sales
of its various product lines. But those sorts of shareholder-heartening numbers
rely on a constant base of innovation, and Apple will likely need...
experienced rising revenue and profits throughout 2009, buoyed by strong sales
of its various product lines. But those sorts of shareholder-heartening numbers
rely on a constant base of innovation, and Apple will likely need...
Big Payday For CIO: $4.2 Million
Hey, who wouldn't like a 52% pay hike in this economy? That increase for Commonwealth Bank of Australia CIO Michael Harte is even more sweet because it builds on his old pay package of $2.8 million and brings his current comp plan to $4.2 million. CBA's CEO said Harte's technology leadership was "a very significant catalyst" in the bank posting record annual profit of $5.66 billion.
InformationWeek 500: Innovation Spurs Business Growth
Royal Caribbean Cruises, The Wet Seal and United Stationers have used data analysis, digital services and social networking to boost business in the midst of a recession.
Monday, September 20, 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.
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iPhone - Smartphone - Handhelds - Blackberry - Wi-Fi
Toshiba Portégé R700: Super Slim, Super Fast, Super Hot
Toshiba's new Portégé R700 surprised me with its mature styling, serious muscle, and ridiculously light heft. Despite being a true ultraportable , this machine is quite powerful-- Toshiba somehow even fit an optical drive on it! But a few unpleasant surprises make the whopping $1599 price tag less...
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Toshiba - Laptop - Games - Business - Operating Systems
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Verizon Android Phones Add Good Security, Management Services
Good Technology will offer its business-grade security and mobile device management services for Motorola, HTC, LG and Samsung Android smartphones.
Sept. 14, 1716: Boston Harbor Gets Navigation
1716: Boston Light, the first lighthouse in the New World, starts guiding ships into Boston Harbor.
As early as the late 17th century, settlers in the Massachusetts Bay Colony guided ships into Boston Harbor with bonfires. Seeking a more permanent solution for navigation, the colonial government authorized the construction of a lighthouse on Little Brewster Island [...]
As early as the late 17th century, settlers in the Massachusetts Bay Colony guided ships into Boston Harbor with bonfires. Seeking a more permanent solution for navigation, the colonial government authorized the construction of a lighthouse on Little Brewster Island [...]
Could iPhohnes Kill the Mouse?
A Gartner analyst predicts that touchscreen interfaces in the iPhone, Microsoft Surface and elsewhere may spell the end of the ubiquitous mouse....
Sierra Wireless Readies HSPA+ Modules for Laptops
On Monday, Sierra Wireless announced the AirPrime MC8801, a module that will allow makers of laptops to integrate mobile broadband using HSPA+ at 42M bps.
SierraWireless - Wireless - Business - High Speed Packet Access - Mobile broadband
SierraWireless - Wireless - Business - High Speed Packet Access - Mobile broadband
Nokia Files Apple Infringement Complaint with ITC
After months of infringement lawsuits and countersuits filed by Nokia and Apple, Nokia takes its case to the International Trade Commission. Nokia claims Apple is infringing on seven of its patents involving virtually all Apple iPhones, computers and iPods. - Nokia escalated its legal battle with Apple Dec. 29, filing a complaint with
the International Trade Commission claiming Apple's mobile phones, computers
and portable music players all infringe on Nokia patents. The ITC complaint
follows a Nokia patent infringement lawsuit against Apple earlier t...
the International Trade Commission claiming Apple's mobile phones, computers
and portable music players all infringe on Nokia patents. The ITC complaint
follows a Nokia patent infringement lawsuit against Apple earlier t...
Automate Your Home With Four Easy Projects
Teach your PC and smartphone to turn on your lights during midnight bathroom breaks, lock your doors, wake you up (with coffee!), and more.
Smartphone - Personal computer - Business - Construction and Maintenance - IPhone
Smartphone - Personal computer - Business - Construction and Maintenance - IPhone
Google Voice apps returning to iPhone app store (update: they're here!)
(function() { var s = document.createElement('SCRIPT'), s1 = document.getElementsByTagName('SCRIPT')[0]; s.type = 'text/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = 'http://widgets.digg.com/buttons.js'; s1.parentNode.insertBefore(s, s1); })(); Digg It's been a long time coming -- now native Google Voice apps have finally returned to the iTunes App Store. This, after a fourteen month hiatus in which we saw an FCC investigation into the matter that culminated in a loosening of App Store restrictions. So far, we're only seeing the $3 GV Connect app in the store with GV Mobile + coming sometime Saturday morning according to its developer, Sean Kovacs. No word on when the official Google Voice iPhone app will make its appearance, but surely it can't be long -- Phil must have had a chance to study the app he personally rejected didn't approve by now, right?
Update: We'd been checking our iPhones all day long to no avail, but it's finally here. As of 1:30AM ET, GV Mobile + has been formally approved and is now available for $2.99 on the iTunes App Store.Google Voice apps returning to iPhone app store (update: they're here!) originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 18 Sep 2010 23:59:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Technologizer, Sean Kovacs (Twitter) | Email this | Comments
Update: We'd been checking our iPhones all day long to no avail, but it's finally here. As of 1:30AM ET, GV Mobile + has been formally approved and is now available for $2.99 on the iTunes App Store.Google Voice apps returning to iPhone app store (update: they're here!) originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 18 Sep 2010 23:59:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Technologizer, Sean Kovacs (Twitter) | Email this | Comments
VERIFONE HOLDINGS VEECO INSTRUMENTS VARIAN SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT ASSOCIATES
Sunday, September 19, 2010
Google: Don't Get Excited About Android Tablets -- Yet
Google needs to rework Android's interface so it takes advantage of the extra screen real estate on a tablet, just as Apple did with the iPad.
Google - Apple - Android - Searching - Search Engines
Google - Apple - Android - Searching - Search Engines
U.S. Navy buys 20,000 gallons of algae fuel
Solazyme signs contract to provide additional 150,000 gallons of algae-derived advanced biofuels to U.S. military by 2011.
Superman/Batman: Apocalypse
Based on the DC Comics series/graphic novel ?Superman/Batman: Supergirl? by Jeph Loeb, Michael Turner & Peter Steigerwald, Superman/Batman: Apocalypse is produced by animation legend Bruce Timm and directed by Lauren Montgomery .
Are action video gamers better decision makers?
Study shows first-person shooter players excel at probabilistic inference--that is, making fast, accurate decisions based on evidence extracted from their surroundings.
Gateway FX6803: PC With a Fast Foundation Needs a Little Interior Decorating
As has become a sort of tradition on the performance desktop charts, Gateway has brought another iteration of its FX-series desktops to the market, and--surprise--the machine is a fairly competent piece of hardware. We don't always expect to see mainstream vendors dishing out systems that beat...
Home Improvement - Decorating - Home - Design - United States
Home Improvement - Decorating - Home - Design - United States
Addictive Flight Doodle iPhone Game Is Free For Today Only [Dealzmodo]
Flight Doodle is a whimsical and addictive iPhone game and it's free all day long. So head over to the App Store now and take advantage of the deal before the clock chimes midnight. [iTunes via Intomobile] More »
Battery Optimizer Helps Your Laptop's Juice Last Longer
Battery Optimizer ($30, feature-limited demo) is a small application designed to perform various tasks that improve battery life on a laptop PC. The first thing it does when you start it up is provide a nice big graphic detailing battery life in percentage and time. It calculates battery life its...
Hardware - Notebooks and Laptops - Business - Cases and Accessories - Batteries
Hardware - Notebooks and Laptops - Business - Cases and Accessories - Batteries
Amazon Looks Beyond Kindle: 4 Devices to Consider
With rumors circulating that Amazon is looking to expand its hardware offerings, here are four gadgets I think the e-tailer should make.
Amazon Kindle - Business - Hardware - Shopping - Apple
Amazon Kindle - Business - Hardware - Shopping - Apple
Highlights from Linuxcon 2010
This week in Boston, the Linux Foundation held the second annual Linuxcon, a gathering of the developers, administrators, users and executives that call Linux home. All told, the conference touched on nearly every corner of computing—an indication of how broadly Linux has spread. Check out these highlights from the conference. - ...
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Saturday, September 18, 2010
This Week in GeekTech: Blackmailing Trojans, Tablet Hacks, and New Processors
Another week, another batch of nerdery from PCWorld's GeekTech blog: This week, we look at odd malware, goodies from IDF, and more.
PC World - Operating Systems - Apple - Tablet PCs - Microsoft
PC World - Operating Systems - Apple - Tablet PCs - Microsoft
Memorex intros Mirror for Photos external HDD, dares you to skip a backup
Taking a note from Clickfree, are we Memorex? The company that continually attempts to blow everyone away is back with its latest gust, Mirror for Photos. It's an odd name for an external hard drive, particularly when you realize that it functions nothing like bona fide photo backup drives that are designed to tether to your DSLR. At any rate, this here drive ships with software (PC and Mac compatible, in case you're curious) that instructs the HDD to backup to a host machine as soon as it's plugged in. Sounds great in theory, but we've always found it superbly annoying to try and halt those automated processes when you're just trying to drag and drop a critical meeting file while darting out the door. The unit itself measures in at 3- x 5- x 0.5-inches and gets all the power it needs from a USB connection; it's on sale today at Toys R Us (yeah, seriously) for $79.99 (320GB) / $99.99 (500GB) / $119.99 (640GB).Continue reading Memorex intros Mirror for Photos external HDD, dares you to skip a backupMemorex intros Mirror for Photos external HDD, dares you to skip a backup originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 18 Sep 2010 07:32:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Memorex | Email this | Comments
Skyhook: Google forced Motorola to drop our location service, delay the Droid X
We figured Skyhook's business interference and patent infringement lawsuits against Google would turn up some dirt, and we didn't have long to wait: the location-services company's complaint flatly alleges that Google's Andy Rubin ordered Motorola's Sanjay Jha to "stop ship" on the Droid X because it used Skyhook's XPS positioning system instead of Google Location Services, a tiff that ultimately delayed the phone's release while Moto reworked the software and dropped Skyhook entirely. Following that, Skyhook claims that Google then went after an unidentified "Company X" (likely Samsung) and forced it to drop XPS as well -- which would certainly explain why Samsung's Galaxy S phones have WiFi positioning turned off by default, unlike every other Android phone. Ouch.
If you're thinking that makes no sense because Android is "open," well, you might have another think coming -- Skyhook claims that Google's decisions to allow access to Android Market and its branded apps are an entirely subjective ruse based on something called the Compliance Definition Document, which can be "arbitrarily" interpreted any way Google wants with no recourse. Skyhook says that Google has now told Android OEMs that they're required to use Google Location Services, preventing Skyhook from fulfilling its contracts and costing the company millions in expected royalties.
Now, this is Skyhook's side of the story and we're sure Google will make a persuasive argument of its own, but let's just back up for a moment here and point out the obvious: Google's never, ever come out and clearly said what's required for devices to gain access to Android Market and the branded apps like Gmail -- even though we've been directly asking about those requirements since Android first launched. Remember when Andy Rubin told us that there would be full-fledged "Google Experience" phones with no carrier or handset manufacturer limitations? Or when we were told that phones with skins like HTC Sense or additional features like Exchange integration wouldn't have Google branding? And then all of that turned out to be a lie? Yes, Android might be "open" in the sense that the source code is available, but there's no doubt Google's wielded incredible power over the platform by restricting access to Market and its own apps -- power that hasn't been used to prevent carrier-mandated bloatware or poorly-done manufacturer skinning, but has instead apparently been used to block legitimate competitors like Skyhook from doing business. We're dying to hear Google's side of this story and fill in some of the gaps -- and you can bet we're digging as hard as we can for more info. Stay tuned, kids.Skyhook: Google forced Motorola to drop our location service, delay the Droid X originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 17 Sep 2010 15:37:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink Daring Fireball | Skyhook Complaint (PDF) | Email this | Comments
If you're thinking that makes no sense because Android is "open," well, you might have another think coming -- Skyhook claims that Google's decisions to allow access to Android Market and its branded apps are an entirely subjective ruse based on something called the Compliance Definition Document, which can be "arbitrarily" interpreted any way Google wants with no recourse. Skyhook says that Google has now told Android OEMs that they're required to use Google Location Services, preventing Skyhook from fulfilling its contracts and costing the company millions in expected royalties.
Now, this is Skyhook's side of the story and we're sure Google will make a persuasive argument of its own, but let's just back up for a moment here and point out the obvious: Google's never, ever come out and clearly said what's required for devices to gain access to Android Market and the branded apps like Gmail -- even though we've been directly asking about those requirements since Android first launched. Remember when Andy Rubin told us that there would be full-fledged "Google Experience" phones with no carrier or handset manufacturer limitations? Or when we were told that phones with skins like HTC Sense or additional features like Exchange integration wouldn't have Google branding? And then all of that turned out to be a lie? Yes, Android might be "open" in the sense that the source code is available, but there's no doubt Google's wielded incredible power over the platform by restricting access to Market and its own apps -- power that hasn't been used to prevent carrier-mandated bloatware or poorly-done manufacturer skinning, but has instead apparently been used to block legitimate competitors like Skyhook from doing business. We're dying to hear Google's side of this story and fill in some of the gaps -- and you can bet we're digging as hard as we can for more info. Stay tuned, kids.Skyhook: Google forced Motorola to drop our location service, delay the Droid X originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 17 Sep 2010 15:37:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink Daring Fireball | Skyhook Complaint (PDF) | Email this | Comments
Google Voice for Android Gets Easy Access Widgets
Google adds an inbox and settings widget to its Google Voice for Android application, making the phone management tool easier to use from Android smartphones. - Google Sept. 9 upgraded its Google Voice for Android application,
adding two new home screen widgets to make accessing messages and settings easier.
Google Voice is the company's phone management
application, allowing users to route calls through a special Google phone
number to their work lan...
adding two new home screen widgets to make accessing messages and settings easier.
Google Voice is the company's phone management
application, allowing users to route calls through a special Google phone
number to their work lan...
Ansca Mobile Updates Corona SDK For iOS, Android
Cross-platform mobile app development tools suddenly look much more appealing now that Apple has relaxed its developer rules.
Six reasons why Android is good for business
It's lonely at the top, as the old saying goes, and that appears to be just as true for technologies as it is for people.
Samsung's DI07 update for Epic 4G adds Media Hub, but does it fix other issues?
The Samsung Epic 4G has a new software update available that takes the device from version DG27 (spotted in the build number and baseband version) to DI07. Since it launched on Sprint at the end of last month, users have complained about various issues from inaccurate GPS results (despite functional results in our testing with apps like Google Maps and Foursquare, obtaining a precise location from satellites only is still iffy at best and too often requires a reboot), 3G upload speeds that appear to be capped at 150kbps, poor signal reception and more and are likely waiting to see if those have been addressed. So far, the update details (included after the break) indicate that isn't the case. Getting the update is a matter of luck for now with the servers initially in push mode but when it hits users should have access to the just-launched Media Hub app as well as optimizations for battery power in hotspot mode, performance tweaks and several fixes including one for recognizing 32 GB micro SD cards. Our Epic 4G isn't rocking any new patches no matter how many times we hit Update Android; if you get the update, let us know if you notice any other changes.
Update: A few commenters have linked up the zip file for your manual upgrading pleasure. We were able to update using the process and haven't experienced any glitches or instantaneous combustion as a result, though we are feeling even more attractive and intelligent than usual. A demonstration video from AndroidCentral is embedded after the break if you're still curious.Continue reading Samsung's DI07 update for Epic 4G adds Media Hub, but does it fix other issues?Samsung's DI07 update for Epic 4G adds Media Hub, but does it fix other issues? originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 17 Sep 2010 16:57:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Samsung | Email this | Comments
Update: A few commenters have linked up the zip file for your manual upgrading pleasure. We were able to update using the process and haven't experienced any glitches or instantaneous combustion as a result, though we are feeling even more attractive and intelligent than usual. A demonstration video from AndroidCentral is embedded after the break if you're still curious.Continue reading Samsung's DI07 update for Epic 4G adds Media Hub, but does it fix other issues?Samsung's DI07 update for Epic 4G adds Media Hub, but does it fix other issues? originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 17 Sep 2010 16:57:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Samsung | Email this | Comments
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