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Review: Slick IPhone Suffers on Slow Network 2007-09-25 07:43:00 AP technology editor Matt Fordahl gives his initial impressions on Apple's iPhone and its performance of ATT's sluggish EDGE network. Read more:Slick
Computer Glitch Strands 20,000 at LAX 2007-08-13 04:32:00 A computer problem left Homeland Security officials without access to advance lists of International travelers entering the country, causing major flight delays over the weekend in Los Angeles. Read more:Computer
Nissan Unveils New Safety Features 2007-08-06 23:26:00 Some Nissan
cars may soon come with a system that measures alcohol levels in a driver's sweat and advanced crash protection systems. Read more:Safety
Tech Test: Google Checkout 2007-08-02 22:49:00 It's been a year since Google
launched Checkout
, its much anticipated online payment service. But can a company that's known best for its seach engine deliver a money service as good as industry leader PayPal? (Aug. 2) Read more:Google Checkout
Get ready for Apple - iPhone 2007-07-29 05:06:00 iPhone syncs with your PC or Mac just like an iPod, so organizing your content now will help you start calling, texting, emailing, surfing, listening, and watching even faster when you get your iPhone. Here are a few suggestions to help you get ready
.ContactsMaking a call with iPhone is as simple as tapping a name. You won’t need to re-enter all your contacts because iPhone syncs with the address book you already use on your computer — Address Book or Entourage on a Mac, or Outlook or Outlook Express on a PC. If you keep your contacts on the web using Yahoo! Address Book, iPhone can sync with them, too. To get ready for iPhone, organize your contacts in one of these applications and make sure they’re up to date with the latest phone numbers and email addresses. If you don’t have contacts on your computer, don’t worry. You can still enter them directly into iPhone.CalendarUsing its built-in calendar, iPhone lets you check your appointments with the flick of a finger. iPhone us Read more:Apple
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Minimo- web browser for mobile phone 2007-07-26 00:33:00 A small, simple, powerful, innovative, web browser
for mobile devices FeaturesMinimo uses Mozilla Technologies to produce a highly usable web browser
for advanced mobile devices.Features include:* Fast access to your mobile content via Homebase start page* Best support for modern web standards (Javascript and AJAX).* Social Bookmarking* Tab browsing* RSS Support* Proven security (TLS, SSL3)* International support* Cross platform capability* Widget and Extension support Minimo 0.2 is for Windows Mobile 5.0 and above. If you are running Windows Mobile 4.2, you can download the Minimo 0.016. Install Minimo for Windows Mobile now. (3.6MB) CAB installer for Minimo. (8.1MB) Read more:phone
Honda releases the new Monpal ML200 4-Wheel Scooter 2007-07-23 10:28:00 Honda has came with a new stylish 4 wheel electric scooter, a personal mobility vehicle for those who have a difficult time getting around. The Monpal is an electric vehicle which is classified by law in Japan as a pedestrian so they must drive on the sidewalk and are not required to have a driver’s license.Source: Honda Read more:Honda
Amazing Aquada Car-Cum-Ship 2007-07-10 07:19:00 FREEDOM HAS A NEW NAMEREMOVING THE BOUNDARIES Open your mind and imagination to a vehicle unlike any other. A vehicle that defies belief. A vehicle that is exciting, exceptional and unique. A vehicle that will transform your life. This is the Gibbs Aquada. The world’s first High Speed Amphibian (HSA) and world record holder for amphibian vehicle speed, capable of over 100mph on land and in excess of 30mph on water.EXPERIENCE THE SENSATION Breath taking, sensational and totally captivating. The Gibbs Aquada delivers the ultimate thrill. Within seconds of entering the water, it can accelerate to speeds of over 30mph. Powerful enough to tow a water skier – it is the ultimate leisure vehicle. Open top sports car thrills are combined with the sheer exhilaration experienced in a high performance speedboat. There is no feeling like it.IN A CLASS OF ITS OWN Head turning style, outstanding quality and exceptional design detailing are evident in every aspect of this unique and distinctive ve Read more:Amazing
Intel Powered Sahara Pc only for Rs.9999/- 2007-07-08 23:13:00 Sahara Computers and Electronics, has launched the Sahara Multimedia PC powered with Intel
Technology, at a price of Rs 9,999 only. This is the second such initiative of the company, in its quest to bridge the digital divide. The company maintains that it is the first to introduce PCs on the Intel platform in the sub-Rs 10,000 price range. Sahara Computers and Electronics Limited (SCEL), a joint venture between the South African IT major - Sahara Computers (Pty) Ltd and Sahara India Pariwar, had initially introduced the AMD powered PC in the sub-Rs 10,000 price bracket. The new Sahara PC with Intel Technology, is a multimedia PC equipped with Intel Celeron Processor 2.13 GHz, 128 MB RAM, 40 GB HDD, 15-inch Color Monitor, 52X CD ROM, 5 Button Sahara Optical Mouse, Keyboard and 1 year on site warranty. The PC comes with pre-loaded Linux-OS. The Sahara Desktop PCs are in the range of Rs 9,999 to Rs 50,000. About Sahara:Established in 1997, Sahara Computers is currently the largest operati Read more:Sahara
Panasonic adds color to Laptop 2007-07-02 03:43:00 The ultraportable Toughbook eLite W5 is now available for purchase ($2,339) in seven color options: Steel Gray, Merlot, Galaxy Black, Glacier White, Blueprint, Rosehip and the new “Crown Blue.” The eLite W5 has a 12.1inch anti-glare display, an integrated multi-drive, an 8-hour battery life, and weighs just 2.7 pounds.The thin-and-light Toughbook eLite Y5 will be available next month for $2,569 in six colors, including Steel Gray, Galaxy Black, Skylight Blue, Firehouse Red, Deepsea, and the new “Bronze Brown.” The Y5 has a larger display at 14.1 inches, weighs only 3.4 pounds and offers up to 6-hours of battery life, depending on use conditions.In addition to their lightweight design, both computers offer durability with magnesium alloy cases and shock mounted hard drives. The Y5 also includes a water resistant, “spill through” keyboard.The eLite W5 and Y5 are factory-tested to withstand a drop of 1’ and the shock-mounted hard drives are tested to withstand a drop of Read more:Panasonic
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GMail upgraded attachment size to 20 MB 2007-05-24 23:26:00 Gmail upgraded attachment size from 10 MB to 20 MB. Now you can send heavy size pictures and small video clips to share.Not to worry whether recipient will receive same mail with an attachment as far as you are sending to Gmail accounts, yahoo, rediffmail and premium accounts.
Nokia N95 (multimedia computer-cum-mobile) 2007-05-21 07:39:00 Nokia N95 is a Nseries Smart Phone with the features of all-in-one multimedia computer loaded Symbian OS Operating system.It incorporates integrated GPS functionality, a 5 megapixel camera, and support for high-speed mobile networks; making it easier than ever to watch/record videos, listen to songs, browse the Internet, click high quality photos, or simply catch up on email on-the-fly.See screenshots... Answer 6 simple questions and win a Nokia N95 Read more:Nokia
Philips VOIP841 - The internet phone 2007-05-08 00:41:00 Philips VOIP841The VOIP841 is one of the world's first Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications (DECT) phone
with Skype that works without a PC, offering Skype users total flexibility and independence from their computer. The advanced design reflects the true innovation brought by this modern phone which supports Skype calls, SkypeOut calls and regular PSTN calls.It will use a 1.8GHz band that will provide better battery life and greater security during your conversations. You can even plug in the VOIP841 into a normal landline connection and use it as a regular house phone. The VOIP841 boasts a 65k full color display that makes scrolling through your list of contacts easy. The enhanced speakerphone and outstanding voice clarity make you feel like you're right beside the person you're calling.Product Features:Use Skype freely. No need to have your PC on.Installation freeTraditional and Internet phone. Give Landline and Skype calls on one handsetSee your contacts in color on th Read more:Philips
Solar power arrives on headphones 2007-05-07 07:21:00 Solar Headset AM/FM RadioIf you’re a huge buff of solar power
ed items, then the Soltronix Headphone Radio is just the thing for you. You don’t need to leave it basking under the sun for an entire day before being able to enjoy listening in to your favorite radio stations at night - no siree, the Soltronix Headphone Radio comes with its own solar film technology that is embedded across the top of the headphone and charges the internal Ni-MH AAA battery which is located within one of the ear pieces. With summer coming up really soon, the Soltronix Headphone Radio will definitely be a great outdoor device to tote around.Tests have shown that leaving the Soltronix Headphone Radio under the morning sun for approximately four hours is able to yield enough power inside the battery to provide up to 19 hours worth of radio playback.I must say, the Soltronix Headphone Radio is a pretty neat idea, and it would be cool to see the manufacturer include some form of built-in MP3 playback function Read more:Solar
World’s Costliest Mobile Phone 2007-05-07 05:49:00 There are probably better ways to spend £680,000 but for one geezer owning the world’s most expensive mobile phone came out tops.The “Piece Unique” is one of three created by Swiss company, Goldvish. Covered in gold and encrusted with an obscene number of flawless diamonds, the phone was presented to the Russian tycoon at the Millionaire's Fair at Cannes last Saturday. The Guinness Book of World
Records was even on hand to confirm it as the world’s most expensive phone.Of the remaining two, one has been sold to a Hong Kong businessman which leaves the other still up for grabs.GoldVish CEO Michel Morren saidSeveral people who had bought the phones worked in the film and music industries. Many are celebrities and captains of industry.Source: CNN Read more:Mobile