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Tue, 02 Dec 2008 00:02:47 +0100
Game Consoles, Part 1: The War for the Living Room
In the contest to dominate the video gaming landscape, there are three powerful players, each with a magic weapon: Microsoft with its Xbox 360, Nintendo with its Wii, and Sony with its PlayStation 3. Like any great heroes, they each have their strengths and weaknesses, though none, it turns out, has a fatal flaw.
Mon, 01 Dec 2008 15:00:00 +0100
Black Friday Rosier Than Expected
A variety of retail-watching experts are churning out Black Friday sales facts, figures and customer inclinations, and while it wasn't a rip-roaring Black Friday compared to previous years, it wasn't all that bad -- particularly for the hot-selling consumer electronics sector.
Mon, 01 Dec 2008 23:03:55 +0100
What If Steve Jobs Ran GM and Mark Hurd Ran Ford?
One of the first jobs I ever held was as an auto mechanic and have had a passion for cars that predates my passion for technology. Watching the U.S. auto industry make mistake after mistake until it was nearly out of business has been particularly painful for any of us who love both cars and our country.
Mon, 01 Dec 2008 13:00:00 +0100
Touchscreen Phones and Mobile Apps: Fitting Hand in Glove
Touchscreen phone users are discovering that much of the fun in their devices stems from applications -- those little nuggets of convenience, amusement and distraction available for download on the slightest whim. A good example is Google's newly updated Mobile App for Apple's iPhone, which has been generating a lot of buzz for one main reason: voice search.
Mon, 01 Dec 2008 13:00:00 +0100
On Holidays, Hot Air and the 7 Horrors of Linux
Well, the holiday season is upon us once again, and that means it's the beginning of what, for many geeks, is a time of unnatural, enforced, repeated and prolonged socialization. Yes, it can be an uncomfortable time for those of us who aren't perky, extroverted cheerleader-types, and we here at LinuxInsider are no exception.
Mon, 01 Dec 2008 13:00:00 +0100
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Tue, 02 Dec 2008 00:02:49 +0100
Touchscreen Phones and Mobile Apps: Fitting Hand in Glove
Touchscreen phone users are discovering that much of the fun in their devices stems from applications -- those little nuggets of convenience, amusement and distraction available for download on the slightest whim. A good example is Google's newly updated Mobile App for Apple's iPhone, which has been generating a lot of buzz for one main reason: voice search.
Mon, 01 Dec 2008 13:00:00 +0100
What If Steve Jobs Ran GM and Mark Hurd Ran Ford?
One of the first jobs I ever held was as an auto mechanic and have had a passion for cars that predates my passion for technology. Watching the U.S. auto industry make mistake after mistake until it was nearly out of business has been particularly painful for any of us who love both cars and our country.
Mon, 01 Dec 2008 13:00:00 +0100
The iPhone Google Voice Search Dialect Dilemma
They're funny things, vowels. Well, funny until we have to deal with speech recognition technology -- as complaints about a new iPhone application's inability to recognize British accents have highlighted. There's nothing more likely to wipe the smile off your face than sitting in public, trying to communicate with a machine unprepared to meet you even halfway.
Sun, 30 Nov 2008 13:00:00 +0100
'Star Wars' on iPhone: The Force Isn't So Strong With This One
"Star Wars: The Force Unleashed" demonstrates the potential of the iPhone as a gaming platform, but it leaves much to be desired in execution. While LucasArts generated much fanfare around the release of the game for various video game consoles, the mobile version feels like an afterthought.
Sat, 29 Nov 2008 13:00:00 +0100
Sounding a Warning on Those Ubiquitous Earbuds
Justin Roberts has wildly curious young fans, the type who might lean into a live monitor during one of his concerts just to see what it sounds like. But the popular children's entertainer knows a blast of loud music isn't the only risk to a child's hearing. What parents and kids really need to watch is the everyday use of earbuds that come with iPods and other MP3 players, said Roberts.
Fri, 28 Nov 2008 13:00:00 +0100
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Tue, 02 Dec 2008 00:02:52 +0100
Virgin Media taps Yahoo for mobile Internet search
British telecommunications titan Virgin Media announced on Monday that it will use Yahoo oneSearch to power Internet exploration for its mobile service customers.
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 00:34:38 +0100
Internet boosts reports of child pornography
Reports presented at the Third World Congress against Sexual Exploitation of Children and Adolescents underlines the fact that the sexual exploitation of minors has transcended national borders and is becoming an increasingly serious problem.
Mon, 01 Dec 2008 23:12:11 +0100
Retailers offer deals, discounts on 'Cyber Monday'
(AP) -- Retailers who saw Thanksgiving holiday sales drop off as the weekend progressed stepped up online promotions on the day known as "Cyber Monday" to try to get consumers tired of the crowds at stores to keep shopping.
Mon, 01 Dec 2008 22:40:41 +0100
Clearwire to market WiMax under 'Clear' brand
(AP) -- Newly merged company Clearwire Corp. says it plans to sell its wireless broadband service under the brand name of "Clear."
Mon, 01 Dec 2008 22:39:04 +0100
Unravelling the mystery of mechatronics
(PhysOrg.com) -- Futuristic projects such as a glamorous desktop personal assistant called Nicole, who can help with tasks around the office, will come under the spotlight at a conference at the Massey University this week.
Mon, 01 Dec 2008 21:56:01 +0100
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Tue, 02 Dec 2008 00:02:52 +0100
European states at odds over space funding priorities
European ministers on Tuesday discussed funding for the International Space Station but differences emerged with Germany calling for more money for the ISS and France focussing on building more launchers.
Wed, 26 Nov 2008 00:11:46 +0100
ESA wants International Space Station to live longer
The European Space Agency (ESA) on Tuesday said it hoped the
International Space Station (ISS), whose operational life beyond 2015
remains uncertain, would continue working until at least 2020.
Tue, 25 Nov 2008 18:48:15 +0100
Animal Testing: alternative methods website
The European Commission has launched today a new website, the 'Tracking System for Alternative test methods Review Validation and Approval (TSAR)', designed to track the development of new alternative test methods which should replace, reduce and refine current animal testing.
Tue, 11 Nov 2008 18:43:10 +0100
COST call for proposals for cooperation in the field of research
COST (European Cooperation in the fiend of Scientific and Technical Research) has launched a call for proposals on actions contributing to the scientific, technological, economic, cultural or societal development in Europe. Proposals playing a precursor role for other European programmes and/or initiated by early-stage researchers are especially welcome.
Fri, 07 Nov 2008 23:18:34 +0100
Revisions to EU directive for the protection of animals used in scientific experiments - briefing
News, background information and web links about the research and technology areas, policies and activities promoted by the European Union.
Wed, 05 Nov 2008 23:57:16 +0100
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Tue, 02 Dec 2008 00:02:53 +0100
Power.com Introduces Social Inter-Networking to the World
Stealth Brazilian company quietly registers over 5,000,000 for site that brings together a user's major social networks and messaging services. Join CEO Steve Vachani for live online demo of the service December 1 and December 2. (PRWeb Dec 1, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/power/launch/prweb1687944.htm
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 00:02:53 +0100
Mindcrest Hires US Experts to Support Rapid Growth
Mindcrest Inc., the recognized market leader in legal services outsourcing has hired four experienced U.S. lawyers and a training expert to keep up with the rapid growth expected in 2009. Three of these experts have relocated to India. With a current strength of 525 attorneys, Mindcrest is the largest provider of outsourced legal services. Mindcrest will add a 450 seat center in Mumbai in the first quarter of 2009. (PRWeb Dec 1, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1668934.htm
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 00:02:53 +0100
Top 100 U.S. Home-Based Businesses Revealed
Second annual StartupNation Home-Based 100, sponsored by Microsoft Office Live Small Business and FedEx Office, ranks top performers among the 16.5 million home-based businesses. Recession Busters category reveals top strategies of successful home-based businesses. (PRWeb Dec 1, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1675554.htm
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 00:02:53 +0100
Come Home to Sky Movies this Christmas
Details of the very latest blockbusters and biggest films for the whole family this Christmas on Sky TV - all in high definition. (PRWeb Dec 1, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/skymovies/hd/prweb1680734.htm
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 00:02:53 +0100
One Deal at A Time (ODAT) for Fashion Lovers - Truly Networks Announces Launch of RedTagCrazy.com
Truly Networks, a next-gen online retail development firm, today announced its launch of the first "One Deal at A Time" (ODAT) shopping site for women who enjoy high-end fashion apparel and accessories, RedTagCrazy.com. The social shopping model, pioneered by Woot.com and Steepandcheap.com, has been known to create enormous buzz by combining top brands with huge markdowns, limited quantities, and a very limited time to purchase. (PRWeb Dec 1, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/fashion/redtagcrazy/prweb1681944.htm
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 00:02:53 +0100
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