Acquisition of Wirefree’s licenses will help the number three carrier improve coverage in 16 markets.
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LucasArts confirms it has cancelled Star Wars: The Force Unleashed 2 for Sony’s PSP video games handheld.
Video game – LucasArts – Star Wars – Star Wars: The Force Unleashed – Games
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Time to get our guessing caps on as HTC has announced it’ll be hosting a little shindig in London in the middle of next month. No advance information is available beyond the smoky teaser image above, leaving the door wide open for speculation. Given the event’s proximity to Windows Phone 7’s launch and the recent spate of leaks, this could easily be the date and place that HTC makes its wares official. Or, on a more tenuous tangent, if you put the smoke and “dreamt up” notes together, you could perhaps surmise that this is going to be the launch for the HTC Vision, which has most recently been referred to as the G1 Blaze. All we know for sure is that we’ll be there when the fog of war is lifted.
P.S. – We’ve enhanced the image to reveal the hint of a handset hidden inside the smoke, you can see it after the break. It looks an awful lot like the back of the Desire HD, but HTC is well known for repeating design themes across its phone portfolio, so let’s not jump to any conclusions just yet.Continue reading HTC schedules September 15 event, leaves us guessing as to what it’s launchingHTC schedules September 15 event, leaves us guessing as to what it’s launching originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 13 Aug 2010 06:14:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments
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Free at last, free at last — thank the law, we’re free at last. That, at least, is the refrain coming from iPhone jailbreakers and YouTube mashup artists, who are singing the praises of the Electronic Frontier Foundation after it helped make these activities exempt from prosecution under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.
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The 1.4-GHz terrestrial-satellite LTE wireless network will help utilities establish proprietary grid management networks.
“As a cartoonist-inventor, I sometimes cannot resist the temptation to illustrate a concept even while knowing it is crazy, stupid or at least poorly conceived” says Steven M. Johnson. Looking at these toilet concepts, I’m happy his will is weak. More »
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There were reports as late as this morning that RIM was remaining “defiant” over the looming (and recurring) BlackBerry ban in India and not willing to cut any “special deals,” but it looks like that may not be the case after all — Reuters is reporting that RIM has assured India that it will provide a “technical solution” sometime next week. That’s presumably similar to the arrangement RIM recently worked out with Saudi Arabia, but India still isn’t making any final decisions just yet, with a government source simply saying that its “technical team will evaluate if it works.” Somewhat curiously, the source also mentioned that India had “concerns” about Gmail and Skype, but didn’t offer any further details.
For its part, RIM has issued a customer update that outlines the four main principles that govern the capabilities it provides to carriers for “lawful access purposes.” Head on past the break for the complete statement.Continue reading RIM reportedly working with India to avoid BlackBerry banRIM reportedly working with India to avoid BlackBerry ban originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 13 Aug 2010 12:57:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Reuters | Email this | Comments
The vendor has timed its inaugural partner conference to coincide with the release of its updated customer relationship management software.
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SCIENTIFIC GAMES
We tell ya, these game bundles are getting completely out of hand… and we love it. If you reckoned that Modern Warfare 2 Prestige Edition bundle was hot stuff, wait till you get a load of this. Call of Duty: Black Ops Prestige Edition (promo video beyond the break) just went up for pre-order at select retailers in the US, and if we had to guess, we’d surmise that every last one of ‘em will claimed in just a few hours. Aside from getting a beastly box, the game itself and some sort of medal, the package also includes a fully functional RC spy car, complete with a camera that sends back video and audio to the owner’s LCD-equipped controller. There’s absolutely no telling what the MSRP on this thing will be, but our comrades over at Joystiq are pegging it at $149.99. Mom, dad — go ahead and add this to our holiday wish list.Continue reading Call of Duty: Black Ops Prestige Edition ships with full-blown RC spy vehicleCall of Duty: Black Ops Prestige Edition ships with full-blown RC spy vehicle originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 13 Aug 2010 11:05:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink Joystiq | | Email this | Comments
Can an analysis of Oracle’s past acquisitions tell us which companies are moving to the top of its current shopping list? Enterprise Matters’ Josh Greenbaum points to just such an analysis, which is not only compelling reading in itself but also includes an online poll seeking the crowd’s wisdom on which company is most likely to be bought next by Oracle.
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LEXMARK INTERNATIONAL
LEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS
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Enterprises are spending an average of $120 a month per mobile employee and few companies conduct mobile connectivity cost audits, according to an iPass survey.
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VIRGIN MEDIA
VIEWSONIC
VERISIGN
VERIFONE HOLDINGS
Sprint announced that it will start selling the Samsung Epic 4G for $250 with rebate and contract on Aug. 31. The Samsung Epic 4G is one of several variations of Samsung’s Galaxy S line of Android 2.1 smartphones, and offers a 1GHz Samsung & Hummingbird& system-on-chip, four-inch Super AMOLED display, a 4G radio, and a QWERTY keyboard….
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HCL TECHNOLOGIES
HEWLETT-PACKARD
The LogicBUY Deal for Friday is a Dell Vostro 3700 17.3? laptop. Basic system includes a Core i3-350M 2.26GHz processor with 3GB DDR3, 250GB 7200 RPM hard drive, and 8X DVD+/- RW. Customize it with a Core i5 or i7 Quad-core cpu, up to 8GB DDR3 memory, and more. Starts at $798 – $169 off [...] Filed in categories: NewsTagged: Deal of the DayDeal of the Day ? Dell Vostro 3700 17.3? Core i3/i5/i7 Laptop originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on August 13, 2010 at 6:00 am.
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The LogicBUY Deal for Thursday is a savings of up to 15% on select Alienware laptops and gaming desktops. Or you can configure an Alienware laptop over $1899 and use a coupon for 5% off (this coupon ends August 31). There?s even a coupon for free shipping. Alienware Arena members can receive a $100 off [...] Filed in categories: NewsTagged: Deal of the DayDeal of the Day ? Up to 15% off Alienware Laptops and Gaming Desktops originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on August 12, 2010 at 6:00 am.
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Time to get our guessing caps on as HTC has announced it’ll be hosting a little shindig in London in the middle of next month. No advance information is available beyond the smoky teaser image above, leaving the door wide open for speculation. Given the event’s proximity to Windows Phone 7’s launch and the recent spate of leaks, this could easily be the date and place that HTC makes its wares official. Or, on a more tenuous tangent, if you put the smoke and “dreamt up” notes together, you could perhaps surmise that this is going to be the launch for the HTC Vision, which has most recently been referred to as the G1 Blaze. All we know for sure is that we’ll be there when the fog of war is lifted.
P.S. – We’ve enhanced the image to reveal the hint of a handset hidden inside the smoke, you can see it after the break. It looks an awful lot like the back of the Desire HD, but HTC is well known for repeating design themes across its phone portfolio, so let’s not jump to any conclusions just yet.Continue reading HTC schedules September 15 event, leaves us guessing as to what it’s launchingHTC schedules September 15 event, leaves us guessing as to what it’s launching originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 13 Aug 2010 06:14:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments
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The Chewdriver (Tiny Hard Hat Not Included) R2D2 Edition Droid 2 Is The Star Wars Tie-In You?re Looking For Video: Creepily Realistic Robot Hand Just A Turtle Mouse, That?s All DIY: Build Your Own Sound Activated Flash
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A couple of weeks ago, we met Megan Duckett, founder and CEO of Sew What?, a provider of fabric sets for stage productions. This week, we say hello to another female entrepreneur with a compelling story to tell: Debra Ruh, who heads up TecAccess, a 50-person operation in Rockville, Va.
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DISCOVER FINANCIAL SERVICES
Two years after fixing a security bug in the Windows version of its Safari browser, Apple apparently has decided that Mac users can go without a fix.
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Looks like Verizon and Motorola have finally come clean with the release dates on that sweet Droid 2 R2-D2 edition — a poster next to that demo unit at the Star Wars-themed Celebration V convention in Orlando says it’s due to arrive on September 30. Unfortunately there’s no word on how much more this thing will cost over the regular Droid 2, but hey — Artoo’s worth it, right? Check a couple more high-res shots at the source link.Droid 2 R2-D2 edition coming September 30 originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 12 Aug 2010 17:46:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Android Central | Email this | Comments
The iPhone 4 gets jailbroken and unlocked, Android users find Froyo for the Moto Droid, and DJs might soon get their geek on. It’s This Week in GeekTech!
IPhone – Android – Jailbreak – Smartphone – Handhelds
E Ink is now sampling two new touch-enabled displays for e-readers, one offering a capacitive digitizer and using electromagnetic technology, DigiTimes reports. Meanwhile, a color E Ink display is shipping and will be offered in a Hanvon device in the fourth quarter, the publication adds….
Looks like the faucet’s starting to turn wide open on Thunder leaks, seeing how this would be the second we’ve seen in a single day — and we suppose you could even count this one twice since the source appears to have two units at his disposal. AndroidSPIN doesn’t have any new details to report with this round of shots, but needless to say, talk of a 4.1-inch AMOLED display looks as real as ever, and it looks like all of these test units are running stock Android 2.1. Sadly, considering how long the Mini 5 / Streak was in the leak pipeline prior to release, we can’t promise that we’re going to see a retail launch on this one any time soon — but it certainly gives you pause before pulling the trigger on an AT&T-locked version of the Streak now, doesn’t it?Dell Thunder spied again, still looking awesome originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 12 Aug 2010 17:16:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | AndroidSPIN | Email this | Comments
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Electric vehicles are inching closer, with several already priced and rearing to go, but so far would-be owners won’t have to pay for the devices to charge their cars. Free charging stations are popping up at every red dot on this map, and apparently not satisfied with the 1,600 that Coulomb’s installing in California and the three at City Hall, San Francisco and neighboring cities have just approved $5 million for over 5,000 more chargers — of which only 50 will appear along public highways, for some reason. Meanwhile, the state of Michigan has approved the first standardized rate for EV charger use — a pilot program by provider DTE Energy will see 2,500 customers paying $40 per vehicle per month (or a variable off-peak rate) through December 2012. Gotta wonder how those grey states are feeling right about now. San Francisco Bay Area gets $5 million for EV chargers, Detroit will charge $40 per month originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 12 Aug 2010 02:04:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink CNET, DailyTech | US Dept. of Energy, ClickOnDetroit | Email this | Comments
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Yes, Foleo fans, you read right. According to a recently filed patent uncovered by Unwired View, Palm is still exploring the idea of a palmtop device with a detachable, dockable cellphone component. More »
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It’s a small update, but a good ‘un—well, for anyone using Windows 7 with a multi-touch monitor. A few other minor upgrades have also been included, such as new JavaScript values for faster graphics. Get the download now. [Firefox] More »
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Yes, Foleo fans, you read right. According to a recently filed patent uncovered by Unwired View, Palm is still exploring the idea of a palmtop device with a detachable, dockable cellphone component. More »
The creative applications found in the App Store often offer some small twist on what’s really a basic functionality of the phone. This image editor makes your photos look like they were taken with an old camera. That sound recorder can function as a four-track recorder, and look, here’s a camera app that can do sepia, or a negative image, or make you look fat.
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90% expect to offer VoIP over WiMAX and 64% plan to use the wireless technology for mobility-based services by 2012 according to Infonetics Research.
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NANYA TECHNOLOGY
NII HOLDINGS
Panasonic has unveiled its first two consumer camcorders capable of recording video in 3D. They look like regular video cameras and can record conventional 2D images, but by adding a lens adapter, they can capture in 3D.
Camcorder – Panasonic Corporation – Video camera – Video – Electronics
ALLIANCE DATA SYSTEMS
ALLTEL
AMAZON.COM
AMERICA MOVIL
AMKOR TECHNOLOGY
One of the challenges that IT faces is getting rid of all old unused files that are clogging up primary storage. Primary storage can have data on it that has not been modified or even opened for years. The challenge is how do you deal with the digital dump, especially since most IT people don’t have the authority to delete other peoples files?
HYPERCOM
HEWLETT PACKARD CO
HEARTLAND PAYMENT SYSTEMS
GOOGLE
GOOGLE
Axiomtek announced a digital signage computer that includes a 42-inch display and a choice of Celeron or Core 2 Duo processors. The DSA-142 features a removable CPU board, an optional motion detection sensor and available infrared touchscreen, a Mini PCI Express expansion slot, up to 2GB of DDR3 RAM, an 80GB hard disk drive, and two speakers, the company says….
ROGERS COMMUNICATIONS
SAIC
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Samsung’s HDTV-based App Store has doubled in size since it was launched at CES but apparently that’s not enough, so it’s putting up 500 stacks plus several home theater packages in the “Free the TV Apps” contest. For those skilled in Java, XML and Flash Lite who are interested in getting their app up on TVs and Blu-ray players next to ESPN Next Level, Hulu Plus, a soon to launch 3D Video On Demand app and all the rest, the contest runs from today through November 11, and requires a working app submission and video description. By the end, 14 developers will walk away with between $1,000 and $200,000 each, plus a 3DTV, Blu-ray player and starter kit for each of them . We figure developing for a Samsung Apps platform with a few million network connected devices out there and more shipping every day is a secondary bonus (unless Google TV is where you’d rather be) but check out the video and press release after the break or the competition website if you’re still not entirely sure it’s worth the effort.Continue reading Samsung puts up cash, HDTVs for developers in ‘Free the TV Apps’ contestSamsung puts up cash, HDTVs for developers in ‘Free the TV Apps’ contest originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 11 Aug 2010 11:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | FreetheTVChallenge.com | Email this | Comments
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After two years of pushing and shoving by the Japanese government, Apple has finally relented, agreeing to replace those first generation iPod nano music players sold in Japan at risk of overheating. The player exchange goes beyond the battery replacement program already in effect for consumers concerned enough to complain directly to Apple. According to Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, of all the plastic black and white iPod nano players sold between September 2005 and December 2006, it confirmed 27 overheating incidents that occurred during recharging, including 6 fires that left four people with minor burns. On Sunday, Apple added 34 other “non-serious” overheating incidents to the tally — a delay in disclosure that Japanese officials called “truly regrettable.” Of course, today’s news begs the question of how Apple will handle this issue for all the affected iPod nanos sold outside of Japan.Apple offers first generation iPod nano replacements in Japan originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 11 Aug 2010 04:07:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink AFP | Bloomberg, Apple Japan [translated] | Email this | Comments
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If you’re a new BlackBerry Torch owner who’s frustrated with fact that the Torch doesn’t have a low battery indicator, you can now download the free Plug It In app. More »
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UNISYS
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TRIMBLE NAVIGATION LIMITED
Some people believe that they’re entitled to privacy when in public. To such people, Google’s Street View cars, which drive around taking pictures of public streets, represent a privacy threat. Now two UC San Diego computer scientists believe they have a way to conceal individuals from Google’s prying lenses.
VISHAY INTERTECHNOLOGY
VIRGIN MEDIA
VIEWSONIC
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VERIFONE HOLDINGS
Axiomtek announced a 22-inch panel PC targeting applications such as check-in/out at airports and hotels, restaurant ordering, and visitor control. The IFO2225-830 has a sealed front bezel, a resolution of 1680 x 1050 pixels, a 1.3 megapixel webcam, a VGA output, plus four serial ports and four USB 2.0 ports, the company says….
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SYNTEL
SYNTAX-BRILLIAN
SYNOPSYS
A recent study shows that the latest sales numbers for Android-based phones are larger than those for the iPhone. But RIM’s BlackBerry still beats them both.
iPhone – Android – BlackBerry – Smartphone – Handhelds
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DIEBOLD
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ACCENTURE
digg_url = ‘http://digg.com/gadgets/Motorola_Droid_Android_2_2_Froyo_OTA_updates_are_go’; Judging by the deluge of tips that just hit our inbox, it looks like Verizon just pulled the trigger and released the Android 2.2 Froyo over-the-air update for its venerable Droid handset. At least it has for some lucky owners. So tell us, did you get yours?
[Thanks to everyone who sent this in]Motorola Droid Android 2.2 Froyo OTA updates are go originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 11 Aug 2010 01:32:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments
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Oh sure, you’ve been able to get your hands on iPads, iPhones and Kindles when checking in before, but a Kobo? Nah. Well, until now. Announced today, the a-okay e-reader company has landed a deal with Fairmont that’ll put e-book readers into the hands of select guests at select properties. Specifically, Fairmont Gold-level guests that are members of the (free to join) President’s Club will be able to trial a Kobo during their stay free of charge, and they’ll find each one brimming with a variety of fiction, non-fiction and high drama titles. Upon returning the device (as if there’s another alternative, right?), patrons will be gifted with a $2 off coupon for Random House titles, and if you’re curious as to which ten properties will be involved in the offer, head on past the break and have a look.Continue reading Kobo e-reader sashays into ten Fairmont hotel properties, adds to your poolside experienceKobo e-reader sashays into ten Fairmont hotel properties, adds to your poolside experience originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 11 Aug 2010 12:45:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Kobo Books | Email this | Comments
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New tech crops up daily, but only the rare breakthroughs really change our lives. Here are a dozen advances that transformed our world.
Business – Management – Organizational Change – Climate change – GameNIKON
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NOKIA
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ORACLE
According to Intuit’s Small Business Employment Index for July, the sector accounted for about 40,000 new jobs in July, down from June’s revised total. Compensation and hours worked, on the other hand, continued to rise.
HCL TECHNOLOGIES
HEWLETT-PACKARD
HIGH TECH COMPUTER
HON HAI PRECISION IND.
HYNIX SEMICONDUCTOR
This is your brain. This is your brain on Linux Desktop. It is a good thing. To borrow and twist the old “brain on drugs” PSA, your brain on Linux Desktop could be one of the best things that could happen to you for your computer fix. Linux Desktop continues its ascent into users’ collective consciousness with great graphics, powerful applications, and seamless interfaces.YAHOO!
YAHOO
XILINX
WESTERN DIGITAL
VOLT INFORMATION SCIENCES
The fiscal 2011 federal budget allocates get $40 million to build services that foster efficiency and collaboration between agency systems.
JDS UNIPHASE
JDA SOFTWARE GROUP
JACK HENRY & ASSOCIATES
IXYS
ITRON
Hot on the heels of the leaked HTC Desire HD video comes this pristine look at the HTC Schubert, an aluminum unibody handset that’s purportedly one of the flagship Windows Phone 7 devices. That’s a good-looking phone, right there. More »
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INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES (IBM)
Sony returned to profitability in the second quarter helped by strong sales of key products and has raised its profit outlook for the full year.
Sony – VAIO – BRAVIA – Windows – BusinessINSIGHT ENTERPRISES
INGRAM MICRO
INFORMATICA
INFOCUS
IMS HEALTH
Agency looking into whether 510(k) approval process allows safe and effective devices to enter the market without stifling innovation.
ADOBE SYSTEMS
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ALLIANCE DATA SYSTEMS
ALLTEL
AMAZON.COM
The Secure Remote Access 1200 offers users and IT administrators manageable connections between the office and remote desktops, laptops and mobile devices.
Despite losing 93,000 customers in the second quarter, the fourth largest U.S. wireless carrier reported income of $404 million on revenues of $5.36 billion.
SONIC AUTOMOTIVE
SKYWORKS SOLUTIONS
SILICON LABORATORIES
SI INTERNATIONAL
SEAGATE TECHNOLOGY
Advantech announced a compact PC designed for mobile video recording applications. The ARK-VH200 includes four BNC inputs that capture video at up to 704 x 480 pixels, an eSATA port, four USB 2.0 ports, a GPS receiver, multiple Ethernet ports, and both VGA and LVDS video outputs, the company says….RED HAT
RADISYS
RACKABLE SYSTEMS
QUEST SOFTWARE
QUANTUM
Our columnist wonders whether Hewlett-Packard’s board isn’t taking the easy way out–and potentially reducing future shareholder value–by forcing CEO Mark Hurd to resign.
UNITED ONLINE
UNISYS
TRIQUINT SEMICONDUCTOR
TRIMBLE NAVIGATION LIMITED
TRIDENT MICROSYSTEMS
The proposed BlackPad is rumored to provide Wi-Fi and Bluetooth options for connecting with BlackBerry models, eliminating the need for tablet-specific wireless service.
ARIAN SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT
ARROW ELECTRONICS
ASML HOLDING
ASUSTEK COMPUTER
AT&T
SSV announced a new member of its & DIL/NetPC& computer-on-module (COM) family, offering a web server designed for remote access via smartphones. The Linux-based DIL/NetPC DNP/9265 incorporates an ARM9 Atmel AT91SAM9263 processor with 32MB SDRAM, 32MB flash, Ethernet and other I/O, and is offered with an & SK30& starter kit….ORACLE
POWERCHIP SEMICONDUCTOR
PRICELINE.COM
QIMONDA
QUALCOMM
Nintendo says it’ll put launch parameters and a price tag on its upcoming 3D handheld in September, suggests current pricing rumors have overshot the mark.
Nintendo – Handheld game console – Games – Video game – Nintendo DSBT GROUP
CANON
CDW
CHINA MOBILE
CISCO SYSTEMS
Internet retailers, bricks-and-mortar stores, and elected officials battle over whether states should collect taxes on online sales.
KINGSTON TECHNOLOGY COMPANY
KEY
JDS UNIPHASE
JDA SOFTWARE GROUP
JACK HENRY & ASSOCIATES
Motorola says it’s now shipping a smartphone running Android 2.1 for SK Telecom in Korea. The Moto Glam is equipped with a 3.7-inch, 854 x 480 pixel touchscreen, a five-megapixel camera with dual LED flash and 720p video recording capabilities, plus Wi-Fi, GPS, and an HDMI output, the company says….EPICOR SOFTWARE
EMULEX
EMS TECHNOLOGIES
EMC
ELECTRONICS FOR IMAGING
Jodie Fisher, the former HP contractor who sued former HP CEO Mark Hurd for sexual harassment and then settled out of court has stated this evening she is “surprised and saddened” that the sacked executive is now without a job. More »
The Android, iPhone and iPod Touch app lets users make Internet calls to Facebook friends who also have application.
Arrangements between the two companies and major publishers have prompted worries about anti-competitive pricing.
Google knows a lot of stuff, but sometimes the most fascinating is what it knows about you. This page reveals just how it identifies social search results based on its understanding of your friends (and their friends.) [Google via BoingBoing] More »
FEI COMPANY
FAIRCHILD SEMICONDUCTOR INTERNATIONAL
FAIR ISAAC
FACTSET RESEARCH SYSTEMS
F5 NETWORKS
The whole 3D thing is like so early 2010, right? Video artist Don Whitaker has already moved on, using a software script to convert ocean footage into what he imagines a 4th dimensional perspective might be. Sober viewing is encouraged. More »
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HYPERCOM
HEWLETT PACKARD CO
HEARTLAND PAYMENT SYSTEMS
GOOGLE
Hey, Kids and Teens! If you love to read, add one more book to your summer reading list and you’ll have the chance to win some pretty cool prizes. Joanne Manaster of Joanne Loves Science and Jeff Shaumeyer of Scienticity have teamed up to encourage kids to read science books. There are two contests, [...]ASML HOLDING
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Apple iPhone and Research In Motion BlackBerry took a backseat to Android smartphones, which accounted for 34% of the U.S. market in the second quarter.
EARTHLINK
DST SYSTEMS
DISCOVER FINANCIAL SERVICES
DIODES INORATED
DIEBOLD
Similar in principle to induction-charging devices for phones, one company is developing a way to charge your electric car without the need to plug it in.
Inductive charging – Electric car – Electric vehicle – Energy – TechnologyINTEL
INSIGHT ENTERPRISES
INGRAM MICRO
INFORMATICA
INFOCUS
Amazon Reveals New Kindle: $139 For Wi-Fi Version, $189 For 3G R/C Millennium Falcon Lets You Play Out Your Han Solo Fantasies Tandem USB Connector: Good Idea, Bad Idea Will the asteroid known as 1999 RQ36 destroy all life on the planet, thereby preventing you from dinging 80? Jetpens: Japanese pens for fun and profitD-LINK
DIGITAL CHINA HOLDINGS
DIRECTV GROUP
ELPIDA MEMORY
EMC
Android and Apple’s iOS are making major inroads into the enterprise market, according to customer data from Good Technology. However, Android faces an uphill battle convincing enterprise customers it is sufficiently secure, even if some issues, such as the recent Android & wallpaper& scare, appear to be much ado about nothing, industry observers say….BHARTI AIRTEL
BT GROUP
CANON
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Fool us once, shame on us. Fool us twice? Fuhgetaboutit. Apple has a thing for introducing new iPods each fall, and given that the existing touch is being given away gratis with a new student computer (not to mention how long in the tooth it is), we’re guessing the tradition will continue in 2010. We’d heard earlier on in the year that Apple may toss FaceTime over to the iPod line whenever it finally gained a front-facing camera, and now the evidence is nearly too strong to ignore. In the latest iOS 4.1 beta (numero three, if you’re keeping count), there’s an option to connect to a contact via FaceTime by ringing their digits or by pinging their email address. We’re guessing that the latter is there mostly for iPod touch users (the ones without Apple Peel 520s, anyway), and it’s the most glaring sign yet that the next generation touch will flippin’ finally boast a camera (or just a way around that SMS-based activation?). Still, we wouldn’t get our hopes up too high — falling ain’t no fun, you know?Email-based FaceTime support surfaces in iOS 4.1 beta 3 originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 07 Aug 2010 14:31:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Mac Rumors | Email this | CommentsFIDELITY NATIONAL INFORMATION SVCS.
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FLO TV may not be the runaway success that Qualcomm hoped it would be, but it’s been pushing into one new area after the next as of late, and you can now add portable DVD players to that list — Audiovox has just rolled out the first such device with its DFL01 player. It was actually announced way back at CES in January, but is now available to order for $199, which will get you a 7-inch widescreen display, three months of free FLO TV service (it’ll run you $14.99 a month after that) and, of course, a built-in DVD player. Somewhat curiously, it seems that HSN is the only retailer actually shipping the device right now, but it’s said to be “coming soon” to Best Buy as well.Audiovox rolls out FLO TV-equipped DFL01 portable DVD player originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 07 Aug 2010 19:07:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink Chip Chick | HSN, Best Buy | Email this | CommentsEASTMAN KODAK CO
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The hard disk upgrade and disk backup utility adds support for Windows 7, SSDs, LDS drives, USB boot capability, and performance gains to backup and migrate drives faster.
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After Apple put the focus on Mac hardware Tuesday with updates to its Mac Pro and iMac lines, we follow suit on the Macworld Podcast with a 50-minute throw-down…
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This isn’t the first multi-touch DJing we’ve seen, but something about watching this guy navigate his transparent control station—a homebrew touchscreen running a Traktor Pro controller called Emulator—really makes me want to do the robot. [PabloMartin via Engadget] More »
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Motorola and Verizon are working on a new tablet device on which users will be able to watch TV, according to a Tuesday report in the Financial Times. The Android-based tablet will feature a 10-inch screen and will be closely linked with Verizon’s FiOS digital pay-television service.VARIAN SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT ASSOCIATES
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It may not be the fashionable decision, but I choose not to jailbreak my iPhone. That’s primarily out of security concerns. However, it turns out that Jailbreaking (read: pwning) an iPhone is now as simple as visiting a web page.
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Ringio, one of many new players in the cloud voice market, enhanced its service by connecting it to PBX systems and improving its call routing features. The company is trying to differentiate itself in this highly competitive field by focusing on Interactive Voice Response (IVR) and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) functions.
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KoamTac says its Bluetooth-interfaced barcode scanners can now send data to devices running Android, Windows Mobile, or Apple’s iOS. The KDC200 and KDC300 scanners and companion KTSync software can enter codes as if they’d been typed via keyboard, or may be integrated with applications via a supplied SDK (software development kit), the company says….IOMEGA
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Most consumers prefer to receive email notifications of ads and special deals, despite the current emphasis on social media marketing campaigns, according to an Econsultancy study.
"Fully hardware-accelerated HTML5" in the next version of the browser runs web applications at or beyond desktop performance levels, Microsoft claims.
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Congratulations, citizens of Portland! Specifically, citizens of Portland who own an electric car. You, my fine fellows, are the only persons in the country with the power to charge your lithium ion battery to 80% in under 30 minutes. More »
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This post is a continuation of my series of profiles for teams competing in the MoonBots educational competition. In brief, MoonBots challenges teams of students (aged 9-18, with adult ‘team captains’) to essentially mimic the requirements of the $30,000,000 Google Lunar X PRIZE using free CAD software like LEGO Digital Designer and Google SketchUp [...]TEXAS INSTRUMENTS
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Arrangements between the two companies and major publishers have prompted worries about anti-competitive pricing.
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digg_url = ‘http://digg.com/gadgets/HP_CEO_Mark_Hurd_resigns_over_sex_scandal’;Wild news out of HP just now — CEO Mark Hurd has just resigned over a sexual harassment investigation. Hurd and the HP’s board of directors decided that he should resign following a sexual harassment claim against Hurd and HP by a former marketing contractor — HP claims that although there was no violation of its sexual harassment policy, Hurd violated the company’s standards of business conduct by submitting inaccurate expense reports that covered his relationship with the contractor. CFO Cathie Lesjak is taking over on an interim basis, and she’s actually upping the company’s forecasts for next quarter, saying Mark’s resignation has nothing to do with HP’s performance and everything to do with his behavior. A committee led by former Netscape CEO Marc Andreessen has been formed to find a new CEO; Lesjak has asked to be excluded, and HP declined to answer if Jon Rubinstein was being considered when we asked.
Update: We liveblogged the media call — check it after the break!
Update 2: A quick note from the investor call, which mostly repeated the same info — interim CEO Cathie Lesjak said that although Mark Hurd was a “strong leader, at the end of the day, he didn’t drive our initiatives — it was the organization that supported Mark in driving those initiatives.” Ouch — given Mark’s recent history of saying things like “we didn’t buy Palm to get into the smartphone business,” it certainly seems like he might have been a little distracted.
Update 3: We’ve just received the full text of the letter interim HP CFO Cathie Lesjak sent to all employees — check it after the break.Continue reading HP CEO Mark Hurd resigns over sexual harassment investigation (updated!)HP CEO Mark Hurd resigns over sexual harassment investigation (updated!) originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 06 Aug 2010 17:51:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | HP | Email this | CommentsF5 NETWORKS
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Users with multiple Gmail or Google Calendar, Reader, Code or Sites accounts will be able to log in once and access all accounts without the need to log out and log in again.
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After years of not being able to sell Wi-Fi-enabled iPhones in China, Apple will begin placing 8GB models on store shelves from this Monday. More »
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A three-man ISP in San Francisco’s Mission District is providing Internet broadband that’s two to three times faster than the U.S. average for less than $40 per month.
There comes a point in the life of any given technology where it has matured enough that the quality of the basic features starts to plateau, and new entries into the market necessarily rely on style or unique features. Bluetooth headsets have started to reach this plateau, with each being able to provide — at [...] Filed in categories: Bluetooth Gear, Reviews, iPhone, iPad, iPod relatedTagged: A2DP, Bluetooth Gear, Headset, iPhone AppSound ID 510 Bluetooth Headset Review originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on August 3, 2010 at 11:03 am.FACTSET RESEARCH SYSTEMS
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NPD is reporting that Android has taken the top spot in the second quarter of 2010, topping even RIM. Whether it is in first or second place, Android has a very bright future.
While iPhone users generate less income, on average, than Verizon smartphone owners, they are also more susceptible to bill shock, finds Validas.
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Is there any tech company not making a media player? This will be the fourth product of this type that I’ve reviewed for The Gadgeteer. The main differentiating property of the devices, besides the price, seems to be the number of file types and codecs supported. The MPLAY-HD has all the types I need and [...] Filed in categories: Audio, Video, TV Gear, ReviewsTagged: Entertainment, HD, Media playermicca MPLAY HD Review originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on August 5, 2010 at 1:00 pm.LAWSON SOFTWARE
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Last we heard from Eurocom, it was touting its massive, workstation-class X8100 Leopard “laptop,” and its now back with a pair of models that are considerably more consumer-friendly — and gamer-friendly, specifically. Those include the 15.6-inch B5100M FOX and 17.3-inch B7110 FOX, which each pack NVIDIA’s Optimus graphics-switching technology (complete with a GeForce GT330M GPU), and a range of other fully customizable options that cover the mid to high-end — your choice of Core i3, i5 or i7 processors, up to 16GB of DDR3 RAM, and support for two hard drives for up to 1.6TB of storage, to name just a few options. Of course, prices will vary wildly depending on the config, but you can grab the base 15.6-inch model for $999, or the 17.3-incher for $1,199.Eurocom debuts Optimus-equipped B5100M FOX, B7110 FOX gaming laptops originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 05 Aug 2010 16:07:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Eurocom | Email this | Comments
The Apple App Store now has a “Try Before You Buy” section that lists free and “lite” versions of popular apps. The idea is that this’ll simplify deciding if a paid app is worth buying. More »
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Trying to predict the big news at this week’s Black Hat and Defcon conferences is extremely tricky, if not impossible. Usually the most interesting stories pop…
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Using an iPhone app to log your bike rides is nothing new. But the $99 LiveRider kit is the complete package: a shockproof iPhone mount, wireless sensor, and an attractive app for displaying all your ride data in real time. More »
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When you’re tossing a keyboard as far as you can across an empty lot, you’ve got a few technique options: double-handed-over-shoulder, single-hand-sidearm, or the risky cord-sling-directly-into-camera-lens. More »
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Google’s Android platform sales for the second quarter of 2010 surpassed that of the iPhone for the first time in the US. This is not quite and apples to apples comparison though, if you’ll pardon the pun. Android is available on many networks and has many different manufacturers. The iPhone just has one manufacturer and one network. Does that matter?
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NoMachine announced details about an upcoming version 4.0 of its X Windows-based, Linux-compatible NX Remote Access software. Said to be & in its final stages,& NX 4.0 expands beyond Linux to offer native remote access to Windows and Mac desktops, and it also beefs up multimedia support and integrates its NX Web Player app to offer NX sessions on any device, including smartphones….ACCENTURE
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The Wikimedia Foundation, owner of the online encyclopedia, responded by challenging the FBI interpretation of the law governing the use of its seal.
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Companies in the news this week include Facebook, Google, Foursquare, and more…
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At least Uhura won’t be needing a neckrub when she gets home from work, meaning you can spend more time rewatching Plato’s Stepchildren. Oh. [Xadamdx] More »
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RIM’s BlackBerry OS slipped into second place after more than two years leading the market and Apple’s iOS held third place with a slight gain attributed to the iPhone 4 launch.
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A while back, LucasFilm sent a Cease and Desist letter to the makers of the crazy-powerful Spyder III Arctic laser because they felt that it resembled lightsabers too much. They have retracted that letter in an amusing way. More »
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Wednesday?s Logic Black Friday Everyday Deal is a Lenovo IdeaPad Z560. There are special savings on Model 09143EU, which has a Core i5 cpu, a 500GB hard drive, 1366 X 768 LED display, and 4GB of RAM. A $50 instant rebate and a $200 coupon brings the price to $699, and shipping is free. This coupon [...] Filed in categories: NewsTagged: Deal of the DayDeal of the Day ? Lenovo IdeaPad Z560 15.6? Core i5 Laptop for $699 originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on August 4, 2010 at 7:00 am.TRIDENT MICROSYSTEMS
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American Airlines has rolled out a new iPhone app that promises to offer everything (except on-time arrivals) from E-check-ins to seat assignments to monitoring upgrades but the, uh, fly in the ointment seems to be that it won’t let you log in unless your American Advantage membership number contains at least one letter. The problem is, many don’t.
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Cross-platform digital newsstand Zinio just released an interactive version of Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Songs of All Time, so, while you’re reading about them, you can hear all those classics you’ve heard of but never gotten around to listening to. More »
With a ban scheduled for Friday, Saudi Arabia is joining the UAE in prohibiting BlackBerry service.
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Say what you will about Nokia’s strategy (or lack thereof), but there’s no denying that the N900 is one capable gaming machine. Thus, it makes perfect sense for the blokes at Game Gripper to mold a controller specifically for that very handset, no? We’ve already spent a fair amount far too much time with our made-for-Droid edition, and if you’re looking to boost your enjoyment level when playing NES ROMs, you can toss your pre-order in this very second. The company’s offering the complete Game Gripper N900 for €14.95 ($20), or the button set alone for €3.95 ($5), with initial shipments expected in around a fortnight. Head on past the break for a taste of that aforementioned Mario action.Continue reading Game Gripper makes grand entrance on Nokia’s N900 (video)Game Gripper makes grand entrance on Nokia’s N900 (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 04 Aug 2010 09:31:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Game Gripper | Email this | CommentsALLIANCE DATA SYSTEMS
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Saving attachments from Gmail just got a lot easier—if you’re using Chrome. The latest update lets you save attachments by clicking, dragging, and dropping them wherever you’d like. More »
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This time-lapse video of the 1:1 scale model Gundam in Shizuoka, Japan, is the most visually stunning thing you’re bound to see all day. Watch it and go into a trance, only to wake up and book flights to Japan. More »
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Two tiny makers of mainframe knockoffs are joining forces with the always-eager EU to try to browbeat IBM into unearned submission.
If you have an Android phone and need a Wikipedia browsing app, then Wapedia by Taptu may be the right choice.
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Any company that produces a Rushmore parody video as a recruitment tool instantly gets put on my list of Amazing Places To Work At. Google hasn’t done a Wes Anderson video to my knowledge, but obviously the cafeteria compensates there. More »
I still prefer the real-deal version of board games like Settlers of Catan and Carcassonne over the Xbox Live/iPhone versions because real board games are social. But the official Microsoft Surface version? It might be the perfect way to play. More »
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From the portfolio pages of Swedish design firm Outofstock comes the gorgeously clever Hues set of nesting, venn diagram-inspired tables. Each is crafted from colored waterjet-cut glass and iron legs. More »
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Speaking at the Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference (WPC), COO Kevin Turner told attendees that Microsoft’s archrival Apple is now No. 1 in software vulnerabilities, with database rival Oracle in the No. 2 spot.AMAZON.COM
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A few days ago, SanDisk unveiled its smallest USB flash drive in North America. The Sandisk Cruzer Blade is the size of a paper clip and the weight of a penny, making it a perfect addition to your keychain or pocket. Storage capacities range from 2GB to 16GB and the drive is available immediately at [...] Filed in categories: Gear, News, Spotlight GadgetsTagged: USB DriveSandisk Cruzer Blade – The ever shrinking thumbdrive originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on July 31, 2010 at 4:30 pm.OPENWAVE SYSTEMS
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Replica Nikon Lens Mug Now Available Playstation logo licenced for clothing, ?lifestyle? products ChouChou: Amazing robot butterfly in a jar (videos) Voilà! Apple?s Magic Trackpad Appears. Multi-Touch On Any Mac For $69 Apparently, You Can Still Solder Together Your Own Computer If You Really Want ToMICROSEMI
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The nPower PEG charger “harvests” your kinetic energy as a source of renewable power, allowing you to keep your phone or other small device running while away from outlets. Running, biking, or even just walking will keep the electricity flowing. More »
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Advantech announced a compact PC designed for mobile video recording applications. The ARK-VH200 includes four BNC inputs that capture video at up to 704 x 480 pixels, an eSATA port, four USB 2.0 ports, a GPS receiver, multiple Ethernet ports, and both VGA and LVDS video outputs, the company says….LM ERICSSON
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The time Americans devote to social networking sites and blogs has jumped dramatically in the last year, according to new figures from Nielsen. People in the U.S. spent nearly a quarter of their online time — 22.7 percent — on social networks and blogs in June 2010. That was up from 15.8 percent in June 2009, for a 43 percent increase. The next most popular Internet activity was playing games.AUTOMATIC DATA PROCESSING
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Axiomtek announced a fanless box computer notable for its extensive serial connectivity. The eBOX622-831-FL is equipped with an Intel 945GSE Express chipset, supports an Intel Atom N270 processor with up to 2GB DDR2 memory, and offers a front-accessible CompactFlash socket, SATA storage, two gigabit Ethernet ports, four USB 2.0 ports, and six serial ports, says the company….HEWLETT PACKARD CO
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HP will use Windows 7 in a tablet exclusively for enterprises, while making a consumer-oriented unit based on WebOS, an executive confirmed.
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Exclusive video of the unique Defcon hacking conference badge, a new Kindle from Amazon, hybrid electric cars, and more…
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Samsung latest 3.5-inch EcoGreen desktop hard disk does with three platters what its F3EG did with four: obtain a 2TB capacity. That’s 667GB per platter for what Samsung calls the world’s highest areal density, environmentally friendly hard disk drive on the market. Specifically, this 3.0Gbps SATA disk with a 32MB buffer brings a 19 percent improved standby performance and requires 23 percent less power in standby mode than its EcoGreen F3EG. Better yet, it does all this for $60 less (just $119.95) when it ships to the US and EU markets in early September.Continue reading Samsung’s faster EcoGreen F4EG hard drive does 2TB for lessSamsung’s faster EcoGreen F4EG hard drive does 2TB for less originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 03 Aug 2010 00:55:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments
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The Apple version of Microsoft’s ubiquitous productivity suite comes in three editions, designed for students, business users, and academicians.
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Stereoscopic display sharing — or using one monitor to show two separate programs simultaneously — has piqued quite a few people’s interest lately. Both Microsoft and Sony have been developing ways to do this, and now there is a post on the 3D Vision Blog outlining how to modify your NVIDIA 3D Vision glasses to accept either the left or right image from a 3D display. You’ll be opening the glasses up (careful!), soldering things like shutters and IR receivers, bridging this and that, but by the time you’re done you’ll be able to watch TV in the way that nature intended, beautiful, glorious 2D! (You can see it in action after the break.) Now, if only we could figure out how to watch color TV programs in black and white…Continue reading 3D Vision hack uses active shutter glasses to display 3D content in 2D (video)3D Vision hack uses active shutter glasses to display 3D content in 2D (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 02 Aug 2010 15:18:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | 3D Vision Blog | Email this | CommentsTRIMBLE NAVIGATION LIMITED
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The marketing video highlights user interface enhancements, including a new ribbon that presents users with the commonly used controls, the template gallery and email improvements.
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Woohoo! The promised Android 2.2 updates for the EVO 4G have begun rolling out over-the-air. Anyone spot it yet? [Engadget] More »
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Say what you like about Apple, as a company it’s not exactly on the forefront when it comes to offering standard connectors for peripherals. Case in point: the latest iMac revisions lack eSATA, something of a bother for companies that make external storage devices. Companies like OWC. So, that particular organization is introducing a service to add that to 27-inch iMacs, cutting a small hole into the bottom-right of the display and sticking an eSATA port behind it. It’s a nice idea, the results look flush enough, and 48-hour turn-around time is great — but $169 is hardly small change. You can, however, take that time to get a 480GB Mercury Extreme Pro SSD stuffed in there as well for a mere $1,649 more.OWC will cut a hole in your new 27-inch iMac, put an eSATA port behind it originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 02 Aug 2010 09:36:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink Macworld | OWC Blog | Email this | CommentsRESEARCH IN MOTION
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Here are some stories from the past week on CrunchGear: Doodle doot do do doot! SMB sidewalk is SMB on the sidewalk Roi de France Henri IV, avec lightsaber Could I interest the gentleman in a bespoke toy car? Onkyo presents super-cute Miffy netbook Solar Impulse flight a great success, flies for 26 straight hours [...]TECHNITROL
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Wal-Mart’s big-time RFID expansion down to individual items has the privacy kooks on red alert—any danger behind their paranoia?
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Exacq Technologies is shipping a line of Linux-based hybrid video surveillance appliances with Intel Atom processors. The ExacqVision EL-S systems offer eight or 16 analog inputs and up to 24 IP inputs, allowing creation of systems with up to 40 channels overall, says the company….EPICOR SOFTWARE
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After years of pleading, the fine folks over at Data Robotics finally gifted you with a Drobo NAS. They called it the Drobo FS, but we all know what the real skinny is. But is the five-bay, Ethernet-friendly storage robot really a dream come true? We’ve had nothing but success with it in our Time Machine setup, but as with pretty much any networked drive, we’ve heard reports here and there of frustrations and complications. For those who have sprung for the FS, we’re curious to hear what you’d change about the setup. Need more drive bays? Would you prefer a few extra interface options? Would you make the box a little less noisy? Go ahead and get honest down in comments below — we know you need an avenue to vent after the week you just survived, right?How would you change the Drobo FS? originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 31 Jul 2010 01:01:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments
We’ve received a few tips now from readers who have received their Hulu Plus preview invites. Hulu is asking for feedback, and so are we: How’s it all going for you, should you be one of the lucky few? More »
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A teardown analysis of the handset found it so similar to the Google model, also built by HTC, that the Droid could be called “Nexus Two.’
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Wave’s auditable multi-user collaboration turns out to be well-suited for health records, as long as patients don’t mind a bit less privacy.
There has to be a better way of drying a wet umbrella than just shaking it silly. This Lawn for Rain concept—where you slide a wet umbrella into the styrofoam grass—might be it. More »
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Have BlackBerry, will travel? Sure, go to town, vagabonds, just don’t attempt to do so in the UAE come this October. The telecommunications regulatory body there has banned all BlackBerrys and BlackBerry services. Updated. More »
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Less-than-current browser and plug-in versions can leave your browsing unnecessarily vulnerable to web-based attacks… and make latest-and-greatest-based web sites harder or impossible to use, but Qualys’ free BrowserCheck can help.
We were secretly hoping that RIM’s acquisition of the blackpad.com domain name was nothing more than a joke (or a preventative measure, at worse), but it sure sounds as if that’ll be the name the folks in Waterloo go with come this winter. According to unnamed sources who have unloaded new information to Bloomberg, RIM’s first tablet will actually be “introduced in November,” though there’s no clear indication as to when it’ll ship. Said sources have also stated that the device will sport a 9.7-inch display, inbuilt WiFi and Bluetooth, and a downright comical Blackpad label. We get the BlackBerry link and all, but really? Here’s hoping for a last minute change of heart.
[Thanks, Simon]RIM’s 9.7-inch Blackpad rumored for November launch — yes, Blackpad originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 30 Jul 2010 12:53:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Bloomberg | Email this | CommentsSTANDARD MICROSYSTEMS
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At upcoming event, industry leaders from inside government and from the private sector will share their experiences working with open data, and brainstorm over what’s next.
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It’s fairly safe to say that DMC Worldwide’s Copia e-reader family won’t exactly make that estimated Spring 2010 ship date, but a new report over at The Wall Street Journal is cluing us in on a bit of a revised outlook. As of now, the first Copia suite of e-readers will “hit stores this fall in time for the holiday season,” a suite that’ll presumably include the 5-inch color (LCD) Wave 5 for $99, a 7-inch Wave 7 for $129, a 10-inch Ocean Color for $299 and a pair of E Ink-based options for $49 (Tidal) / $159 (Tidal WiFi). It doesn’t seem as if the two Waves will include any sort of wireless connectivity, and given the LCD display, we’re sure that battery life will be nowhere near as good as the marginally-more-expensive Kindle. That said, the user interface does look rather striking from afar, and if these manage to slip a bit further in price before that magical day in December, you could very well see a rush to stuff stockings with a member of this here family. Give those links below a poke if you’re on the prowl for more detailed specifications.DMC’s 5-inch Copia color e-reader landing this fall for $99, others to follow originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 30 Jul 2010 10:06:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink UberGizmo | Wall Street Journal, Copia | Email this | CommentsDST SYSTEMS
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It’s taken quite a bit of chasing (and Kmart stalking) this week to score Augen’s $150 Gentouch Android tablet, but lo’ and behold, the gadget is now in its rightful home… our home! We don’t need to tell you that we ferociously ripped open the box to finally see how the Android 2.1 tablet performs, test out its touchscreen and see if it actually has access to app stores (unlike Augen’s smartbook which we toyed with earlier this week). We’re assuming you’re just as eager to find out the answers to those questions, so hit that read more button for some early impressions as well as a hands-on video. Gallery: Augen Gentouch 78 previewContinue reading Augen Gentouch 78 previewAugen Gentouch 78 preview originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 30 Jul 2010 20:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments
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Real-time tactics evolve with StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty, Blizzard’s long in the making sequel to one of the most beloved, bestselling sci-fi strategy games of all time. Oh, so you’ve heard of it, then? More »
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The Drawing Lamp, by designer Thomas Feichtner, is a barebones light source that can be leaned closer to your desk for a more focused glow. Feichtner describes the Drawing Lamp, which he designed for himself, as “reduced to the basics.” More »
A new report from CompTIA says that more efficient computer hardware is saving millions of tons of CO2 emissions.
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We’re not far from seeing this big update in the flesh, but in the meanwhile, EVO 4G owners (and fans) might be interested to take a closer look at the features they’ll be getting once it arrives. HTC appears to have put surprising effort into rendering a lifelike torch for its Flashlight app, while app sharing (seen after the break) is a neat addition — and don’t worry, devs, it only works on items that aren’t copy protected. We’re also being told that the update has car dock-specific functionality, which will match up with a dock release somewhere around the second week of September. Has everyone decided what dark things they plan on illuminating with their EVO’s LED once this thing goes live?Continue reading EVO 4G’s Froyo features detailed in pictures, car dock coming in September?EVO 4G’s Froyo features detailed in pictures, car dock coming in September? originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 30 Jul 2010 11:17:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | CommentsSPANSION
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Are you ready to celebrate the Summer of Multiplayer with a whole new twist on Magic? Wizards of the Coast is excited to announce a new way to experience Magic ? TweetMTG! On July 31-August 1, log in for a fun, social exploration into gaming. Simply follow @TweetMTG on Twitter or watch the feed on [...]LINEAR TECHNOLOGY .
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After years of pleading, the fine folks over at Data Robotics finally gifted you with a Drobo NAS. They called it the Drobo FS, but we all know what the real skinny is. But is the five-bay, Ethernet-friendly storage robot really a dream come true? We’ve had nothing but success with it in our Time Machine setup, but as with pretty much any networked drive, we’ve heard reports here and there of frustrations and complications. For those who have sprung for the FS, we’re curious to hear what you’d change about the setup. Need more drive bays? Would you prefer a few extra interface options? Would you make the box a little less noisy? Go ahead and get honest down in comments below — we know you need an avenue to vent after the week you just survived, right?How would you change the Drobo FS? originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 31 Jul 2010 01:01:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments
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With a booming Android Marketplace, there’s no reason to stick with the limited and sometimes frustrating default apps and settings on your Android smartphone. Here are some tips.
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It’s just been a few months since a 45-gigapixel panorama of Dubai claimed the title of world’s largest digital photograph, but it’s now already been well and truly ousted — the new king in town is this 70-gigapixel, 360-degree panorama of Budapest. As with other multi-gigapixel images, this one was no easy feat, and involved two 25-megapixel Sony A900 cameras fitted with 400mm Minolta lenses and 1.4X teleconverters, a robotic camera mount from 360world that got the shooting done over the course of two days, and two solid days of post-processing that resulted in a single 200GB file — not to mention a 15-meter-long printed copy of the photograph for good measure. Of course, what’s most impressive is the photo itself. Hit up the source link below and start zooming in.70-gigapixel panorama of Budapest becomes world’s largest digital photograph originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 30 Jul 2010 08:27:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink Gadling | 70 Billion Pixels Budapest | Email this | CommentsMEMC ELECTRONIC MATERIALS
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An update to Apple’s Safari Web addresses longstanding complaints about the difficulty of Safari plugin development.
Your average satellite these days is roughly on par in terms of size with your average living room, give or take, and so naturally the cost of lofting one into orbit is, if you’ll pardon the phrase, sky high. Despite that, many offer less processing power a mobile processor like Snapdragon. The obvious solution? Chuck a smartphone into orbit and revel in the savings. That’s the idea behind the PhoneSat, helped along by the Mavericks Civilian Space Foundation, which strapped a Nexus One into a rocket with 1,000lbs of thrust and threw it up to 28,000 feet to see how it copes with the immense stress of riding into space. Of course, 28,000 feet isn’t quite space (NASA would have run out of astronaut badges long ago), but the G-forces and temperature cycles felt during this short trip are comparable to a one-way voyage to orbit. The first such launch didn’t go so well, with the rocket suffering a ballistic return — coming in like a projectile without a ‘chute. The shattered remains of that are shown above. But, the second flight was rather more successful, and the video results can be seen below — captured by the phone itself.
Update: Matt Reyes, one of the folks behind the launch, wrote in to let us know of another article here on the project, including more details on the history of the team and the various hardware beyond the N1 payload. Matt and many others working on this project are NASA engineers, which probably helps to explain how they were able to get from the photo above to the successful launch below in just one iteration.Continue reading Nexus One blasts off to 28,000 feet, looks slightly worse for wear (video)Nexus One blasts off to 28,000 feet, looks slightly worse for wear (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 30 Jul 2010 14:40:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink Wired | jurvetson (Flickr), Make | Email this | Comments
To paraphrase Mark Twain (perhaps a little clumsily), the sleeve makes the iPad–it gives it that unique feel that turns it from a tablet into your tablet. It…
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Slowly but surely, Samsung’s future as a tablet PC provider is taking shape. Details on the outfit’s foray into the world of the slate has been trickling out over the past few months, and shortly after learning that a so-called Galaxy Tab would be out and about in Q3, now we’re finding out two more critical details: screen size and operating system. According to the company, the Q3-bound device (assumed to be the aforesaid Galaxy Tab) will boast a smaller-than-average 7-inch screen, and rather than humming along on Bada or Windows 7, Google’s Android will be at the helm. We’re being forced to wait for further information, but given the proximity to Q3, all should be crystal clear in the not-too-distant future.
[Thanks, Keith]Samsung’s Q3-bound tablet to boast 7-inch display, Android OS originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 30 Jul 2010 16:47:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Reuters | Email this | Comments
As if releasing a new Mac Mini and accepting iPhone 4 pre-orders weren’t enough, Apple on Tuesday also announced the release of Mac OS X 10.6.4, the latest update to its Snow Leopard operating system. The update includes a variety of enhancements, stability improvements, and security fixes that are recommended for all users.AT&T
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We know you’ve got questions, and if you’re brave enough to ask the world for answers, here’s the outlet to do so. This week’s Ask Engadget question is coming to us from Ryan, who reckons it’s about time he stopped playing with Lego blocks and began playing with a real man’s robot platform. Just kidding about the Lego bit. If you’re looking to send in an inquiry of your own, drop us a line at ask [at] engadget [dawt] com.
“I am an aspiring roboticist who has been using Lego Mindstorms NXT for a few years and I am looking for the next step up. I have a budget of about $400. I am looking for something that has more motors, more sensors, and a way to have it live feed video back to a computer. I would also like a platform that has a large amount of building that can be done on top of it, such as adding an arm or another array of sensors, or a different drive base. I’m new to the world of robotics outside of the NXT, so any tips would be appreciated as well. Thanks!”
Come on over, robot lovers. Toss those gloves and goggles aside for a moment and throw this guy some advice. What platform keeps you up in the garage at night?Ask Engadget: best robot platform for under $400? originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 29 Jul 2010 23:29:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | CommentsARIAN SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT
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World of Warcraft upgrade approved by Chinese regulators, awaits decision of Ministry of Culture.
Fastar is a side-scrolling Action RPG game that packs way more action than RPG. Basically, you run as fast as you can while destroying any square that jumps in your way. It’s all about speed and it’s ridiculously enjoyable. More »
Lawmakers are concerned about the tech companies’ practice of collecting information about people’s online activity and sharing it with third parties.
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AT&T has been a long time supporter of Windows Mobile by carrying a variety of devices over the years in the US. Now they are claiming they will be the premier carrier for the forthcoming platform from Microsoft. Does that bode well for users buying new Windows Phone 7 devices this fall?
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Amazon’s new, slimmed-down Kindle devices are notable for several things, not the least of which are the upgrades to their experimental WebKit browser. It’s faster and easier to navigate, says Amazon, and its new “article mode” feature extracts the main text-based content from Web pages for easier reading. Free Web browsing with Kindle over 3G or WiFi is also part of the package, thanks to a new beta program.ON SEMICONDUCTOR
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Welcome back to another week of smartphone news as we stay
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We’re not experts or anything, but cutting down trees to manufacture your headphones ($30), ear buds ($20), and iPhone cases ($25) does not really seem all that “green” to us. But what good is selling stuff made from “reusable, environmentally friendly and recyclable materials” if you can’t broadcast your sense of social responsibility with “rustic wood grain finishes and smooth earthy tones” that “mirror the true beauty that surrounds us?” Is we right, or is we right? The Grass Roots Collection (get it?) starts shipping August 1st. PR after the break.
Update: A rep from iWave just sent in an email to assure us that no trees whatsoever were harmed in the making of the Grass Roots collection. We just want to take this opportunity to set the record straight — and to point out that the Earth in the above illustration reminds us of a Chia Pet. Thanks!Continue reading How many trees must die for iWave’s Earth-friendly headphones, iPhone cases? (update)How many trees must die for iWave’s Earth-friendly headphones, iPhone cases? (update) originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 29 Jul 2010 16:23:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | iWave | Email this | Comments
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Most consumers prefer to receive email notifications of ads and special deals, despite the current emphasis on social media marketing campaigns, according to an Econsultancy study.
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Billed as “the Segway’s little sister,” this self-balancing electro scooter comes from a small German company called Ewee. The idea behind it is pretty simple: file down all the extraneous bits, keep the stuff that keeps you going, and presumably try to sell it to hardy macho types who like the barebones aesthetic. You accelerate by leaning forward and decelerate by doing the opposite, while steering is handled by a joystick (apparently “driving pleasure is gauranteed”). We’re not sure how much trust we’re willing to invest in either the company or its product, but exclusive retailer fun-components does have it ready for pre-order today, so if you’re feeling adventurous with your €799 ($1,039), feel free to pay their site a visit. The rest of us are going after the break to watch the video.Continue reading Ewee-PT is how you say ‘Segway’ in German (video)Ewee-PT is how you say ‘Segway’ in German (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 29 Jul 2010 12:43:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Ewee-PT, fun-components | Email this | CommentsNVIDIA
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If you’ve ever had the misfortune of the Check Engine Light (CEL) in your car come on then you are stuck there wondering what the heck is wrong. You could take your car to your dealership or even to an auto parts store but you don’t even know if your car can make it that [...] Filed in categories: Car Gear, ReviewsTagged: CarCarCheckup Review originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on July 27, 2010 at 3:04 pm.SCIENTIFIC GAMES
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Just because vinyl records are analog, it doesn’t mean you can’t pirate them. All you need is a wood box, glass, window cement, silicone mixture, liquid plastic and a drill press. Hey, I didn’t say it was going to be easy. More »
Changing the company field name from Sun to Oracle in latest Java update caused the Eclipse software development environment to fail.
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Dell’s announcement of a broad range of new and enhanced security tools and services for small and midsized businesses includes network endpoint security, and will ultimately, in partnership with SecureWorks, offer a hardware/software solution that includes security management and threat identification and monitoring.
Google on Tuesday unveiled Google Apps for Government. It also announced that Google Apps has received federal information security certification. “With Google Apps for Government, we’ve gone beyond FISMA certification,” Google spokesperson Andrew Kovacs told TechNewsWorld.AUTOMATIC DATA PROCESSING
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Selling 8.3 million mobile phones, 2.7 of which were smart phones, provided Motorola with earnings of $162 million this quarter, compared to $26 million this time last year. Motorola’s success is largely due to the Droid, which was dropped late last year and leads the market in Android phone sales. [TG Daily] More »
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Well, we knew it wouldn’t take very long, and it didn’t: iFixit’s gotten its hands on Apple’s Magic Trackpad and ripped it to shreds. This is one operation they’re not shy about calling delicate, folks — this thing is seriously thin and its components packed in quite lovingly. So what’s going on in there? Well, besides the magical dust, they found a Broadcom BCM2042 chip, which is the same one the Magic Mouse uses for Bluetooth connectivity, and a Broadcom BCM5974 touchscreen controller chip, which also powers the iPhone and iPod touch. There is plenty to be seen in the photos at the source, and there’s one more below.Continue reading Apple’s Magic Trackpad gets the iFixit teardown treatment, nothing terribly magical foundApple’s Magic Trackpad gets the iFixit teardown treatment, nothing terribly magical found originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 29 Jul 2010 09:17:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | iFixit | Email this | CommentsINTERNATIONAL RECTIFIER
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What is it about the word peel that screams “throw on the back of an iPod touch and grant it the power of mobile internet?” We spotted Yosion’s Apple Peel 520 just this morning bound for Chinese markets, and now the FCC has unveiled ZTE’s own Peel 3G router. Although the user manual and external photos don’t explicitly state it, one look at the (slightly enhanced) image above removes all doubt that this is made to fit snugly around a certain finger-friendly iDevice with a headset jack on the bottom right. Additionally, the user manual’s setup screens are all sketched out in what appears to be a more mobile Safari-friendly size. The Qualcomm-powered CDMA2000 case is brandishing Sprint logos on the front and back, which frankly wouldn’t be the first (or even second) time the carrier’s targeted the Apple faithful. Only this time, there’s no WiMAX — bummer. Crafty, wacky, zany? We’re sure Mr. Hesse is chortling, but perhaps he can catch a breath or two and disseminate out some proper release details post-haste. Gallery: ZTE’s Peel 3G-equipped iPod case for Sprint in FCC
[Thanks, The Kaiser]ZTE Peel for Sprint outed by FCC, another 3G-equipped iPod touch case originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 28 Jul 2010 16:16:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments
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The solar-powered iPad lookalike, targeted to students with support for web browsing, video conferencing and word processing, is the Indian government’s "answer to MIT’s $100 computer."
Day’s web content management, digital asset management, and social collaboration tools will be integrated with Adobe’s digital enterprise division.
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The LiMo Foundation and the GNOME Foundation on Monday announced that they have begun working together as partners to further open source innovation. Starting immediately, LiMo Foundation will become a member of the GNOME Foundation’s advisory board and the GNOME Foundation will become an industry liaison partner for the LiMo Foundation.OSI SYSTEMS
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If you ever lose your phone, you’ll want to find it or make sure that if it’s truly lost, you can protect your private information.
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A Nexus One smart phone got launched 28,000 feet into the atmosphere, riding on the back of a rocket, and captured the whole ride on video. Yes, it’s a little dizzying (rockets spin as they fly) but still awesome. More »
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Copy protection has always been a concern in the Android Market, primarily because applications can be sideloaded onto phones without a root or other modification from the end user. In a brief announcement made today, Eric Chu has made clear that a new method for protecting the work of paid app creators will be implemented long-term, with the plan being to “replace the current Android Market copy-protection mechanism over the next few months.” This new “licensing service” is available now for those that want in, providing developers with a secure mechanism that can ping a Market License Server upon launch in order to see if a particular app was indeed purchased legitimately. It’s hard to say how exactly this will affect usability (specifically in offline scenarios), but it’s certainly an interesting twist to the whole situation. Expect to hear lots of growling on both sides as more and more apps opt to take advantage.
[Thanks, Jonathan]New ‘licensing service’ replacing existing copy protection method in Android Market originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 28 Jul 2010 14:01:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Android Developers | Email this | Comments
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Wal-Mart’s big-time RFID expansion down to individual items has the privacy kooks on red alert—any danger behind their paranoia?
Broadband speed tests, help with high cell phone bills, and complaint filing are some of the services offered.
We’ve had some great entries in so far for our geeky design competition with Ponoko and Sparkfun, but don’t worry, there are still a few days left for you to add yours and be in with the chance of winning the materials you’ll need to make it.
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I thought hermits kept busy plastering windows with newspaper and collecting Pot Noodle cups. This Japanese hermit, while burying himself in the hills and practicing nunchuck skillz, has his own website and answers phonecalls—while being interviewed on TV. More »
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The standard cheapo dorm room media center is a few cinderblocks and a few two-by-fours. But that is a pretty ugly and cliched solution. This Freefold shelving system is instead made of cardboard, and it actually looks pretty slick. More »
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Apple on Tuesday patched 28 vulnerabilities in is Snow Leopard operating system, including two in Adobe’s Flash Player. But in another example of the tension between the two companies — sparked by Apple CEO Steve Jobs’ rejection of Flash as slow, buggy and obsolete — Adobe immediately countered by noting that Apple’s Flash fixes were already outdated.ON SEMICONDUCTOR
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For SMBs who need to keep those servers rolling, Geminare shows that cloud-based server recovery can not only be affordable but also easy, and provide fast failback as well.
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Google on Tuesday is adding two new features to Google Docs: The ability to translate documents into one of 53 languages and the ability to remove smartquotes.
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Verizon and Motorola had a successful launch with the Android phone Droid X. It’s sold out online with many retail stores also reporting little to no stock left after Thursday’s debut.
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So, Dell still won’t say when it will actually start selling and shipping the Streak in the US, but it did clear up a bit of confusion. First off, folks who register with the Streak pre-sale on Dell.com between July 20th and July 27th (yeah, today is the last day) get first access at ordering the phone. Pre-sale-ers will get an email link to buy the phone today, with the handset priced at $299.99 with a two-year AT&T contract, or $549.99 without. Meanwhile, Dell is being even more forthcoming in the Aero. It’ll be available on August 9th for $99.99 with a contract and $299.99 without. So, are you ready for Dell to be a US phone manufacturer? Have you braced yourself? Because the time is at hand.
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Update: It looks like Dell has pulled its blog post we sourced this from. We’ll let you know if the facts change, but for now we’re gonna stick with these numbers.Dell Streak retailing for $299 with contract, $549 without; Dell Aero gets launch deets as well originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 27 Jul 2010 14:20:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Dell | Email this | CommentsTERADATA
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Up until now, 24″ was all the LED Cinema Display you were allowed. Apple’s newer 27″-sized monitor has a resolution of 2560 x 1440, and now costs $999—which is 100 bucks more than the 24″ model. More »
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It may not exactly be a huge surprise at this point, but GM has finally revealed that the official base price for its Chevrolet Volt will be $41,000 (including a $720 destination charge). That price is before the $7,500 federal tax credit, however, which will bring your eventual end cost down to a slightly more reasonable $33,500. Those looking to get on the road for even less up-front can also opt for a three-year lease, which will run you $350 a month after a $2,500 down payment. As Autoblog notes, you’ll also have an option to purchase the car at the end of the lease, so GM won’t be repeating its infamous EV1 scenario. Still too much for you? Then you might just want to wait a bit — GM says it will also be offering the Volt with less features and a lower price point “within a year or two.”Chevy Volt officially priced at $41,000, $350/month on a three-year lease originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 27 Jul 2010 13:03:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Autoblog | Email this | CommentsSPSS
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