Company's revenues and profits rise but are eclipsed by those of main rival as PC market shows signs of decline.
Source:
http://www.guardian.co.uk/technology/2011/apr/28/microsoft-falls-behind-apple
Company's revenues and profits rise but are eclipsed by those of main rival as PC market shows signs of decline.
Source:
http://www.guardian.co.uk/technology/2011/apr/28/microsoft-falls-behind-apple
Company's revenues and profits rise but are eclipsed by those of main rival as PC market shows signs of decline.
Source:
http://www.guardian.co.uk/technology/2011/apr/28/microsoft-falls-behind-apple
Review: Director Justin Lin and a cast spanning the last five Fast and Furious movies combine to bring us the best in the series with Fast Five.
Two research groups in the last few weeks have shown off 100- terabit per second speeds delivered over fiber connections.
The advancement in speeds is both unexpected and necessary as we rely on broadband as the interconnect for our increasingly digital lives.
Source:
http://gigaom.com/broadband/faster-faster-scientists-push-100-terabit-speeds/
Two research groups in the last few weeks have shown off 100- terabit per second speeds delivered over fiber connections.
The advancement in speeds is both unexpected and necessary as we rely on broadband as the interconnect for our increasingly digital lives.
Source:
http://gigaom.com/broadband/faster-faster-scientists-push-100-terabit-speeds/
Researchers from universities in California and Pakistan have developed an algorithm that uses disk fragmentation to hide data on a clustered file system, keeping it from being detected by law enforcement officials, who typically search for encrypted data.
Source:
http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9216274/Researchers_use_disk_frag_to_hide_data_
Researchers from universities in California and Pakistan have developed an algorithm that uses disk fragmentation to hide data on a clustered file system, keeping it from being detected by law enforcement officials, who typically search for encrypted data.
Source:
http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9216274/Researchers_use_disk_frag_to_hide_data_
Netflix now has nearly as many subscribers as Comcast and in the evenings, accounts for more than 40 percent of U.S. bandwidth usage by some measurements.
Those astounding numbers are leading some to wonder whether Netflix is reducing the amount of peer-to-peer file sharing, once the easiest way to find movies to watch. But what do the numbers say?
Source:
http://www.wired.com/epicenter/2011/04/netflix-file-sharing/
TomTom has apologized for selling user data from personal navigation devices to police.
Trailer: In the upcoming horror film Apollo 18, a secret mission to the moon ends in terror. ...
Source:
http://pixelbean.com/2011/04/apollo-18-trailer-wants-you-to-join-the-conspiracy-2/
Trailer: In the upcoming horror film Apollo 18, a secret mission to the moon ends in terror. ...
Source:
http://pixelbean.com/2011/04/apollo-18-trailer-wants-you-to-join-the-conspiracy-2/
Something strange has been happening to several popular Facebook pages in recent weeks: they've disappeared.
According to the affected page owners, they're victims of bogus DMCA claims. The DMCA, or Digital Millennium Copyright Act, is a piece of (arguably broken) legislation which allows copyright owners to protect their copyrighted works from infringement. Over the years, it's been used to remove content from Google's search index, from YouTube
After months of woeful performance, I downgraded my iPhone 3G.
The move cost me some apps and features, but bought me some time.
After months of woeful performance, I downgraded my iPhone 3G.
The move cost me some apps and features, but bought me some time.
A lot of companies and researchers are working away on the promises of the lithium air battery.
Is it too good to be true?
Source:
http://gigaom.com/cleantech/a-battery-that-breathes-air-too-good-to-be-true/
A lot of companies and researchers are working away on the promises of the lithium air battery.
Is it too good to be true?
Source:
http://gigaom.com/cleantech/a-battery-that-breathes-air-too-good-to-be-true/
NASA is asking the science world for help solving some of the fundamental challenges to creating a gas station in space.
NASA is asking the science world for help solving some of the fundamental challenges to creating a gas station in space.
The polar opposite of friendly ecards, F-Cards give you a way to convey your true feelings � with Conan delivering the video message to offending friends and family members on Facebook.
A group of Cornell-developed, fingernail-sized satellites may travel to Saturn within the next decade, and as they flutter down through its atmosphere, they will collect data about chemistry, radiation and particle impacts.
Source:
http://www.physorg.com/news/2011-04-fingernail-sized-satellites-depart-endeavor.html
Monsanto, enemy of organic farmers and anti-GMO advocates alike, will now be allowed to conduct its own environmental studies as part of a two-year USDA experiment.
But there is no good that can possibly come of an experiment where the company behind nearly every genetically modified crop in our daily diets is allowed to decide whether its products are causing any environmental harm. And Monsanto isn't the only biotech company that will be permit
Source:
http://www.fastcompany.com/1749695/monsanto-now-allowed-to-police-itself
Monsanto, enemy of organic farmers and anti-GMO advocates alike, will now be allowed to conduct its own environmental studies as part of a two-year USDA experiment.
But there is no good that can possibly come of an experiment where the company behind nearly every genetically modified crop in our daily diets is allowed to decide whether its products are causing any environmental harm. And Monsanto isn't the only biotech company that will be permit
Source:
http://www.fastcompany.com/1749695/monsanto-now-allowed-to-police-itself
Pixables PhotoFeed enhanced the way users could browse through Facebook photos, and today it got even better with the integration of Aviarys Feather API.
YouTube founders Chad Hurley and Steve Chen have acquired Yahoos Delicious for an undisclosed sum.
Source:
http://www.zdnet.com/blog/btl/nice-move-youtube-founders-take-delicious-off-yahoos-hands/47909
TGIF is Google's weekly all-staff meeting.
This video was shot in December, 1999 and gives a feel for how the meetings ran for the first year or so.
TGIF is Google's weekly all-staff meeting.
This video was shot in December, 1999 and gives a feel for how the meetings ran for the first year or so.
Just what you needed: Another way to share information on Facebook.
Source:
http://pixelbean.com/2011/04/facebook-introduces-the-send-button-2/
In another possible sign that Apple is planning to launch a cloud-based service, it has been reported that the company may have purchased the domain name "iCloud.com" for $4.5 million.
Aggregators like Google News, Flipboard and Zite make life easier for users, but at what cost? Heres why too much aggregation could actually be bad for people, and the companies playing into the game.
Source:
http://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/conned-by-convenience-the-dangers-of-too-much-aggregation/
Deals--the social-networking giant's effort to cash in on daily deals mania--will begin testing in Austin, Atlanta, Dallas, San Diego, and San Francisco.
Source:
http://news.cnet.com/8301-1023_3-20057334-93.html?part=rss&subj=news&tag=2547-1_3-0-20
Thank you for your patience while we work to resolve the current outage of PlayStation Network & Qriocity services.
We are currently working to send a similar message to the one below via email to all of our registered account holders regarding a compromise of personal information as a result of an illegal intrusion on our systems. These malicious actions have also had an impact on your ability to enjoy the services provided by PlayStation Networ
Source:
http://blog.us.playstation.com/2011/04/26/update-on-playstation-network-and-qriocity/
Thank you for your patience while we work to resolve the current outage of PlayStation Network & Qriocity services.
We are currently working to send a similar message to the one below via email to all of our registered account holders regarding a compromise of personal information as a result of an illegal intrusion on our systems. These malicious actions have also had an impact on your ability to enjoy the services provided by PlayStation Networ
Source:
http://blog.us.playstation.com/2011/04/26/update-on-playstation-network-and-qriocity/
Despite how annoying the phrase 'white iPhone' has become, the device will have some serious implications for Apple sales.
Source:
http://pixelbean.com/2011/04/you-might-be-sick-of-it-but-the-white-iphone-is-important-2/
Despite how annoying the phrase 'white iPhone' has become, the device will have some serious implications for Apple sales.
Source:
http://pixelbean.com/2011/04/you-might-be-sick-of-it-but-the-white-iphone-is-important-2/
After producing millions of units, Godrej and Boyce has found that there's no longer a market for its manual machines
After producing millions of units, Godrej and Boyce has found that there's no longer a market for its manual machines
iFans who have waited for the white version of the iPhone 4 are now going to get the handset from Best Buy this week.
On Wednesday!
iFans who have waited for the white version of the iPhone 4 are now going to get the handset from Best Buy this week.
On Wednesday!
BT Openzone and other hotspots can be easily mimicked leaving consumers vulnerable, Guardian investigation finds
Source:
http://www.guardian.co.uk/technology/2011/apr/25/wifi-security-flaw-smartphones-risk
Amazon today responded to Apple's trademark suit over the term "AppStore".
Interestingly, Amazon's answer made use of quotes from Steve Jobs to prove that the term "app store" is generic and not subject to trademark protection.
Source:
http://www.networkworld.com/community/blog/amazon-responds-apples-trademark-suit-cites-s
Amazon today responded to Apple's trademark suit over the term "AppStore".
Interestingly, Amazon's answer made use of quotes from Steve Jobs to prove that the term "app store" is generic and not subject to trademark protection.
Source:
http://www.networkworld.com/community/blog/amazon-responds-apples-trademark-suit-cites-s
Leaked photos supposedly of a prototype iPhone indicate that Apple may be testing the smartphone on the T-Mobile USA network, a new report claims.
Leaked photos supposedly of a prototype iPhone indicate that Apple may be testing the smartphone on the T-Mobile USA network, a new report claims.
Although RIM only released the BlackBerry PlayBook last week, it felt like everyone in the tech community wrote it off as dead before it even hit shelves.
A year ago, many reviewers wrote off the iPad as well. We're not saying that the PlayBook will make a dent against the colossal success of the iPad, ...
Source:
http://pixelbean.com/2011/04/blackberry-playbook-review-2/
Although RIM only released the BlackBerry PlayBook last week, it felt like everyone in the tech community wrote it off as dead before it even hit shelves.
A year ago, many reviewers wrote off the iPad as well. We're not saying that the PlayBook will make a dent against the colossal success of the iPad, ...
Source:
http://pixelbean.com/2011/04/blackberry-playbook-review-2/
China is on the verge of becoming the first country in the world to have more than 900 million cell phone users, according to government statistics.
China is on the verge of becoming the first country in the world to have more than 900 million cell phone users, according to government statistics.
According to the creators, the TBWA ad agency, they wanted to make a visual representation of how piracy kills artists.
Source:
http://torrentfreak.com/piracy-virus-kills-elvis-hendrix-marley-mercury-morrison-110425/
For the first time, AT&T is selling small, portable cellular antennas that will allow corporate and government customers to provide their own wireless coverage in remote or disaster-struck areas.
Source:
http://abcnews.go.com/Technology/wireStory?id=13448923
For the first time, AT&T is selling small, portable cellular antennas that will allow corporate and government customers to provide their own wireless coverage in remote or disaster-struck areas.
Source:
http://abcnews.go.com/Technology/wireStory?id=13448923
The first ad for Barnes & Noble's updated Nook Color is more an argument for reading -- on the device and via traditional books -- than for the ereader itself.
The first ad for Barnes & Noble's updated Nook Color is more an argument for reading -- on the device and via traditional books -- than for the ereader itself.
A Microsoft patent application from 2009 details gesture recognition and networked user profiles for a "gesture-based system," presumably the Kinect body motion sensor.
Did you ever wonder how computers work? By magic? UFOs? Are vampires involved? There's lots of theories out there.
Let's ask an educational video from 1990 to see if it can shed any light on this "touchy subject."
Source:
http://www.extremetech.com/article2/0,2845,2383995,00.asp
You should care about Apple's collection of geodata on iPhones, iPads and iPod Touch devices, because the method is flawed.
Source:
http://www.wired.com/gadgetlab/2011/04/iphone-location/
Last year the BitTorrent search engine isoHunt filed an appeal in their case with the MPAA.
With the appeal isoHunt hopes to overturn a District Court ruling that obligates the site to operate an MPAA-approved censorship filter. The case is still ongoing and the Appeal Court has now granted Google the opportunity to chime in as well, leading to critical comments from both the MPAA and isoHunt.
Source:
http://torrentfreak.com/google-mpaa-and-isohunt-clash-in-court-110423/
Last year the BitTorrent search engine isoHunt filed an appeal in their case with the MPAA.
With the appeal isoHunt hopes to overturn a District Court ruling that obligates the site to operate an MPAA-approved censorship filter. The case is still ongoing and the Appeal Court has now granted Google the opportunity to chime in as well, leading to critical comments from both the MPAA and isoHunt.
Source:
http://torrentfreak.com/google-mpaa-and-isohunt-clash-in-court-110423/
The question of whether or not to pay for software and exactly how much you should pay is far older than Apple's App Store.
Source:
http://thenextweb.com/apps/2011/04/24/why-you-should-want-to-pay-for-apps/
The question of whether or not to pay for software and exactly how much you should pay is far older than Apple's App Store.
Source:
http://thenextweb.com/apps/2011/04/24/why-you-should-want-to-pay-for-apps/
A woman who is already accused of stalking one tech CEO apparently walked into Google to leave a threatening letter.
Source:
http://www.mercurynews.com/breaking-news/ci_17906037?nclick_check=1
A woman who is already accused of stalking one tech CEO apparently walked into Google to leave a threatening letter.
Source:
http://www.mercurynews.com/breaking-news/ci_17906037?nclick_check=1
There have been some isolated signs of life from the Hitman franchise in the past few months, the most significant of which was probably the ARG that even revealed a few images, but at this point the franchise has been out of the public eye so long it may take a bit more to bring 2011 Geeky Gadgets, If you are reading this article anywhere other than Geeky Gadgets it has been re-published without our permission.Hitman: Absolution Trademark Filing By Square Enix 2011 Geeky Gadgets ...
Twitter to stay in San Francisco thanks to SF's tax break decision for the micro-blogging service and other companies.
Their presence may revitalize the Central Market area with new jobs.
Twitter to stay in San Francisco thanks to SF's tax break decision for the micro-blogging service and other companies.
Their presence may revitalize the Central Market area with new jobs.
Take a look at some of the most drool-worthy, lust-inducing products.
Source:
http://www.pcmag.com/slideshow/story/263532/the-12-coolest-gadgets
Take a look at some of the most drool-worthy, lust-inducing products.
Source:
http://www.pcmag.com/slideshow/story/263532/the-12-coolest-gadgets
Is the time we spend online hurting the planet more than we suspect?
Source:
http://mashable.com/2011/04/23/earth-day-infographic/
Seattle police are investigating a group of criminals who they say have been cruising around town in a black Mercedes stealing credit card data by tapping into wireless networks belonging to area businesses.
Source:
http://www.networkworld.com/news/2011/042211-seattle-police-say-wardrivers-are.html
As the furball around a recently publicized hidden iOS location tracking file continues to expand, both a senator and a congressman have sent separate letters to Apple CEO Steve Jobs, asking about the file and why it is unencrypted.
At the same time, it seems the discovery is not a discovery after all. Sen. Al Franken (D-MN), sent a letter...
As the furball around a recently publicized hidden iOS location tracking file continues to expand, both a senator and a congressman have sent separate letters to Apple CEO Steve Jobs, asking about the file and why it is unencrypted.
At the same time, it seems the discovery is not a discovery after all. Sen. Al Franken (D-MN), sent a letter...
There is an accessory for youre your iPad that is perfect is you have fat fingertips. It is also good if you have a need to take hand-written notes or draw stick figures or other objects of art.
Everyone's known about Google's environmental bent for some time and it's almost every other day that we hear about them buying up more wind farms and whatnot.
It's actually a surprise that they hadn't thought of this sooner, seeing how search and databases are sort of their thing, but they're now also� adding a charging 2011 Geeky Gadgets, If you are reading this article anywhere other than Geeky Gadgets it has been re-published without our permission.Google Adding Charging Stations For Electric Car Owners To Google Maps 2011 Geeky Gadgets ...
Everyone's known about Google's environmental bent for some time and it's almost every other day that we hear about them buying up more wind farms and whatnot.
It's actually a surprise that they hadn't thought of this sooner, seeing how search and databases are sort of their thing, but they're now also� adding a charging 2011 Geeky Gadgets, If you are reading this article anywhere other than Geeky Gadgets it has been re-published without our permission.Google Adding Charging Stations For Electric Car Owners To Google Maps 2011 Geeky Gadgets ...
This week, a federal appeals court rebuffed another attempt to expand the CFAA, finding that prosecutors can't double-count computer crime charges to turn misdemeanors into felonies
Source:
http://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2011/04/court-rejects-argument-that-all-first-time-email
It is becoming more and more clear that China is a clear and present threat to American security.
Source:
http://www.zdnet.com/blog/government/welcome-to-the-new-cold-war-china-vs-the-united-states/10289
It is becoming more and more clear that China is a clear and present threat to American security.
Source:
http://www.zdnet.com/blog/government/welcome-to-the-new-cold-war-china-vs-the-united-states/10289
Your iPhone tracks you everywhere you go, and so do most phones these days. You knew that already. The reason this is a big story now is because it turns out that for the past 10 months Apple has been keeping your location data on a file in your iPhone itself where someone who knows how to get it, and has possession of your phone, could find it and figure out where you've been. For most people this is never going to be an issue, but for anyone
Source:
http://techcrunch.com/2011/04/21/apple-tracking-location-database/
Your iPhone tracks you everywhere you go, and so do most phones these days. You knew that already. The reason this is a big story now is because it turns out that for the past 10 months Apple has been keeping your location data on a file in your iPhone itself where someone who knows how to get it, and has possession of your phone, could find it and figure out where you've been. For most people this is never going to be an issue, but for anyone
Source:
http://techcrunch.com/2011/04/21/apple-tracking-location-database/
Apple's struggles to meet demand for the iPad 2 in the second quarter of fiscal 2011 were allegedly due to production problems and quality concerns with components, including LCD panels and speakers.
That has prompted one research firm to cut its 2011 sales forecast by 4 million units, to 39.7 million.
Apple's struggles to meet demand for the iPad 2 in the second quarter of fiscal 2011 were allegedly due to production problems and quality concerns with components, including LCD panels and speakers.
That has prompted one research firm to cut its 2011 sales forecast by 4 million units, to 39.7 million.
You never know when this may come in handy (PIC)
Source:
http://i.imgur.com/ZUYmE.jpg
A jury in the Eastern District of Texas told Google that it owes Bedrock Computer Technologies $5 million in damages for using versions of Linux that infringe on Bedrock's patents.
Source:
http://www.networkworld.com/news/2011/042111-google-linux-patent-infringement.html
A jury in the Eastern District of Texas told Google that it owes Bedrock Computer Technologies $5 million in damages for using versions of Linux that infringe on Bedrock's patents.
Source:
http://www.networkworld.com/news/2011/042111-google-linux-patent-infringement.html
Ever wish you could use a jetpack to fly over traffic? It could soon be possible thanks to a device designed and built by Martin Aircraft of Christchurch, New Zealand.
In this video, you can watch a recent outdoor test where the flight lasted seven minutes, a new record for this particular model.
Source:
http://www.newscientist.com/blogs/nstv/2011/04/born-to-be-viral-jetpack-sets-new-flight-record.html
Ever wish you could use a jetpack to fly over traffic? It could soon be possible thanks to a device designed and built by Martin Aircraft of Christchurch, New Zealand.
In this video, you can watch a recent outdoor test where the flight lasted seven minutes, a new record for this particular model.
Source:
http://www.newscientist.com/blogs/nstv/2011/04/born-to-be-viral-jetpack-sets-new-flight-record.html
The iPhone 5 isn't likely to get LTE 4G capability because the technology just isn't there yet, according to an analyst who follows the 4G market.
Source:
http://pixelbean.com/2011/04/why-the-iphone-5-wont-have-verizon-4g-2/
Geekaphone just completed a study looking at the eco-impacts of the iPhone.
Sure, Apple has their consumer-facing sustainability reports for most of their products, including the iPhone 4 and iPhone 3GS. But it's always good to hear another party weighing in. And considering Apple has sold over 100 million iPhones, that measurement is very important. Fortunately for us, Geekaphone not only completed a report, but wrapped it up into a handy infogr
Source:
http://www.treehugger.com/files/2011/04/how-green-is-the-iphone-infographic-explains.php
Geekaphone just completed a study looking at the eco-impacts of the iPhone.
Sure, Apple has their consumer-facing sustainability reports for most of their products, including the iPhone 4 and iPhone 3GS. But it's always good to hear another party weighing in. And considering Apple has sold over 100 million iPhones, that measurement is very important. Fortunately for us, Geekaphone not only completed a report, but wrapped it up into a handy infogr
Source:
http://www.treehugger.com/files/2011/04/how-green-is-the-iphone-infographic-explains.php
Sen.
Al Franken (D-MN) wants answers. Security researchers Wednesday revealed the existence of a file on iPhones and on their computer backups that logs detailed cell phone triangulation data -- and has ever since iOS 4 was released last summer.
Source:
http://www.cnn.com/2011/TECH/mobile/04/21/senator.apple.tracking.ars/index.html
Sen.
Al Franken (D-MN) wants answers. Security researchers Wednesday revealed the existence of a file on iPhones and on their computer backups that logs detailed cell phone triangulation data -- and has ever since iOS 4 was released last summer.
Source:
http://www.cnn.com/2011/TECH/mobile/04/21/senator.apple.tracking.ars/index.html
Next-generation iPhone will have a faster processor with production starting in July or August.
Source:
http://www.guardian.co.uk/technology/2011/apr/20/apple-iphone-5-september
In a recent interview with Edge, Shigeru Miyamoto discussed further details of the upcoming Super Mario 3DS. And if this were any other developer, we could swear he was just telling us what we wanted to hear. But this is Shigeru Miyamoto, he is so far beyond having anything to prove at this point the 2011 Geeky Gadgets, If you are reading this article anywhere other than Geeky Gadgets it has been re-published without our permission.Mario 3DS To Combine Mario 64 & Super Mario Galaxy 2011 Geeky Gadgets ...
In a recent interview with Edge, Shigeru Miyamoto discussed further details of the upcoming Super Mario 3DS. And if this were any other developer, we could swear he was just telling us what we wanted to hear. But this is Shigeru Miyamoto, he is so far beyond having anything to prove at this point the 2011 Geeky Gadgets, If you are reading this article anywhere other than Geeky Gadgets it has been re-published without our permission.Mario 3DS To Combine Mario 64 & Super Mario Galaxy 2011 Geeky Gadgets ...
Apple last week filed suit against Samsung for copying the "look and feel" of the iPhone.
In light of that, the photo below began making the rounds in the blogosphere and takes a hearty laugh at Apple for allegedly ripping off the Samsung F700. There's just one small problem...
Source:
http://www.networkworld.com/community/blog/iphone-design-ripped-samsung-not-so-much
Apple last week filed suit against Samsung for copying the "look and feel" of the iPhone.
In light of that, the photo below began making the rounds in the blogosphere and takes a hearty laugh at Apple for allegedly ripping off the Samsung F700. There's just one small problem...
Source:
http://www.networkworld.com/community/blog/iphone-design-ripped-samsung-not-so-much
Your iPhone is keeping a record of everywhere you've been since June.
This data is stored on your phone (or iPad) and computer, easily available to anyone who gets their hands on it. Why? Apple won't say. We're creeped out.
Source:
http://gizmodo.com/#!5793925/your-iphone-is-secretly-tracking-everywhere-youve-been
Your iPhone is keeping a record of everywhere you've been since June.
This data is stored on your phone (or iPad) and computer, easily available to anyone who gets their hands on it. Why? Apple won't say. We're creeped out.
Source:
http://gizmodo.com/#!5793925/your-iphone-is-secretly-tracking-everywhere-youve-been
Everybody remembers their first time and mine was January 15, 2009.
Twitter was in full tilt over a picture tweeted about downed US Airway Flight 1549.
The photo, taken by Janis Krums who was aboard a rescue ferry, showed passengers exiting the aircraft as it slowly sank into the Hudson River. Within a matter of hours, the photo received over 40,000 views and even more retweets--so many that it actually crashed TwitPic, the service where the pho
Here are 22 free tools that will help you use visualization and analysis to turn your data into informative, engaging graphics.
Source:
http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9215504/22_free_tools_for_data_visualization_and_analysis
Apple's financial results for the second quarter ending March 2011 show that profits have soared.
Source:
http://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/apple-profits-soar-in-the-second-quarter/
Apple's financial results for the second quarter ending March 2011 show that profits have soared.
Source:
http://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/apple-profits-soar-in-the-second-quarter/
A major discovery about an enzyme's structure has opened a window on understanding DNA repair.
Scientists at Duke University Medical Center have determined the structure of a nuclease that will help scientists to understand several DNA repair pathways, a welcome development for cancer research.
Source:
http://www.physorg.com/news/2011-04-nature-elegant-solution-dna-cancer.html
A major discovery about an enzyme's structure has opened a window on understanding DNA repair.
Scientists at Duke University Medical Center have determined the structure of a nuclease that will help scientists to understand several DNA repair pathways, a welcome development for cancer research.
Source:
http://www.physorg.com/news/2011-04-nature-elegant-solution-dna-cancer.html
We seem to recall there's at least one Samsung handset that looks quite a bit like the iPhone 4.
Which may mean another reason for Samsung to worry about the outcome of its current trial with Apple, despite its 5.7 billion reasons not to, because the US Patent Office pretty much made Cupertino's day. Read 2011 Geeky Gadgets, If you are reading this article anywhere other than Geeky Gadgets it has been re-published without our permission.iPhone 4 Design Patent Bestowed On Apple 2011 Geeky Gadgets ...
Source:
http://pixelbean.com/2011/04/iphone-4-design-patent-bestowed-on-apple/
We seem to recall there's at least one Samsung handset that looks quite a bit like the iPhone 4.
Which may mean another reason for Samsung to worry about the outcome of its current trial with Apple, despite its 5.7 billion reasons not to, because the US Patent Office pretty much made Cupertino's day. Read 2011 Geeky Gadgets, If you are reading this article anywhere other than Geeky Gadgets it has been re-published without our permission.iPhone 4 Design Patent Bestowed On Apple 2011 Geeky Gadgets ...
Source:
http://pixelbean.com/2011/04/iphone-4-design-patent-bestowed-on-apple/
review More than just ripping Bill Gates for allegedly trying to cut his Microsoft stake, Microsoft's other founder seeks recognition for his contributions.
Source:
http://pixelbean.com/2011/04/paul-allens-book-an-unabashed-bid-for-computing-industry-credit-2/
review More than just ripping Bill Gates for allegedly trying to cut his Microsoft stake, Microsoft's other founder seeks recognition for his contributions.
Source:
http://pixelbean.com/2011/04/paul-allens-book-an-unabashed-bid-for-computing-industry-credit-2/
The government is moving forward with its federal IT reform plans, identifying 100 data centers that could be shuttered by the end of the year and about 75 agency-identified programs to shift to cloud computing.
The government is moving forward with its federal IT reform plans, identifying 100 data centers that could be shuttered by the end of the year and about 75 agency-identified programs to shift to cloud computing.
The 1.2 pound Recon Scout Throwbot can whiz around a hostage site, showing police where the bad guys are.
But its maker needed an FCC waiver to sell the gadget in the US, and amateur radio operators are upset about further encroachment on their spectrum.
The 1.2 pound Recon Scout Throwbot can whiz around a hostage site, showing police where the bad guys are.
But its maker needed an FCC waiver to sell the gadget in the US, and amateur radio operators are upset about further encroachment on their spectrum.
Lenovo is trying to take a good bite into the Smart TVs niche and has announced that production has kicked off.
The first models will be ready sometime in the second half of the year.
An ongoing trend among marketers and the tourism biz is to rent all sorts of stuff, including small European countries. Apparently, Airbnb has no doubts that someone, somewhere, might be willing to plop down a mound of cash for a short stay at Liechtenstein, one of the those miniscule mini-states that dot Europe. Read the 2011 Geeky Gadgets, If you are reading this article anywhere other than Geeky Gadgets it has been re-published without our permission.If You Had The Cash, Would You Rent A Small European Kingdom? 2011 Geeky Gadgets ...
Source:
http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/geeky-gadgets/~3/VSVXPqPUPFI/
Ever tried Microsoft's Office 365? Now you can! The company's long-awaited cloud productivity suite is now ready to be used, with the service opening up on Sunday night for beta use.
Final launch is still slated for sometime later in the year, but this opening is a major step towards that goal. Office 365 is designed to help small, medium...
Source:
http://hothardware.com/News/Microsofts-Office-365-Opens-For-Beta-Testing/
It seems Scott Adams, the man behind Dilbert, might have a thin skin.
He has reportedly confessed to going onto a message board and using a fake handle to address his critics.
Source:
http://pixelbean.com/2011/04/dilbert-creator-uses-fake-id-to-tell-web-hes-great-report-2/
It seems Scott Adams, the man behind Dilbert, might have a thin skin.
He has reportedly confessed to going onto a message board and using a fake handle to address his critics.
Source:
http://pixelbean.com/2011/04/dilbert-creator-uses-fake-id-to-tell-web-hes-great-report-2/
Yes, you can build it.
But employees won't come unless you have an adoption strategy.
George Hotz took to his blog on the aftermath of the Sony case, with a screenshot of the $10,000 donation made to the Electronic Frontier Foundation.
He also took the opportunity to take a few parting shots at Sony.
Source:
http://arstechnica.com/gaming/news/2011/04/hacker-george-hotz-donates-10k-to-eff-mocks-sony.ars
Looking for a new case for your iPad and aren't sold on Apple's own case? Check out CNET's roundup of iPad 2 cases. Some are available now and many are coming soon.
Looking for a new case for your iPad and aren't sold on Apple's own case? Check out CNET's roundup of iPad 2 cases. Some are available now and many are coming soon.
In a time before the great Wintel consolidation, literally dozens of incompatible home computer platforms competed for the consumer dollar.
Each one needed to carve out its own distinct identity in the consumer psyche if it hoped to survive.
Source:
http://www.pcmag.com/slideshow/story/263149/pc-pitchmen-of-the-1980s
Following restricted testing, the cloud-based Office 365 is now a public beta, free to anyone who wants to try it before the service officially opens for business later this year.
Read this blog post by Lance Whitney on Microsoft.
Following restricted testing, the cloud-based Office 365 is now a public beta, free to anyone who wants to try it before the service officially opens for business later this year.
Read this blog post by Lance Whitney on Microsoft.
TinKode, a grey hat hacker, is claiming to have hacked the ESA website.
His disclosure includes a list of root, database, admin, editor and FTP accounts, and hundreds of email addresses, proxy usernames and passwords.
Source:
http://blogs.computerworld.com/18151/grey_hat_hacks_european_space_agency_website
TinKode, a grey hat hacker, is claiming to have hacked the ESA website.
His disclosure includes a list of root, database, admin, editor and FTP accounts, and hundreds of email addresses, proxy usernames and passwords.
Source:
http://blogs.computerworld.com/18151/grey_hat_hacks_european_space_agency_website
Two courier agents were arrested for illegal trafficking of iPhone 4 and other goods worth up to �� 20,000.
The iPhones were sold via online ads on Florence and Arezzo and were never delivered to the buyers the units were originally destined for
Source:
http://www.chiphazard.com/2011/04/17/illegal-iphone-4-trafficking-results-in-couriers-arrest/
Two courier agents were arrested for illegal trafficking of iPhone 4 and other goods worth up to �� 20,000.
The iPhones were sold via online ads on Florence and Arezzo and were never delivered to the buyers the units were originally destined for
Source:
http://www.chiphazard.com/2011/04/17/illegal-iphone-4-trafficking-results-in-couriers-arrest/
HP have brought out a new range of 'W' Series laptops, these are ideal for a wide range of purposes, from school, business and home use.
Source:
http://www.geekwithlaptop.com/hp-announce-new-w-series-laptops
HP have brought out a new range of 'W' Series laptops, these are ideal for a wide range of purposes, from school, business and home use.
Source:
http://www.geekwithlaptop.com/hp-announce-new-w-series-laptops
Apple Support Communities has just started. It is a new web site designed to provide quick user access for help with their Apple devices. Open up a question and you will be told when there is an answer via email.
Select Toys R Us stores are selling the iPad 2 now, but that doesn't necessarily translate into in-store availability.
Only select stores had the iPad, and they're selling out almost immediately.
Source:
http://pixelbean.com/2011/04/toys-r-us-selling-ipad-2-but-getting-one-is-a-different-story-2/
Who is learning about copyright law?
Source:
http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/how-youtubes-new-copyright-school-179022
Who is learning about copyright law?
Source:
http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/how-youtubes-new-copyright-school-179022
Here are some impressive and the first source engine screenshots from Half-Life 2 with brand new reflection effects.
This feature comes with the new version of FakeFactorys Cinematic Mod.
Source:
http://gamingbolt.com/half-life-2-with-impressive-new-reflection-effects-using-cinematic-mod
Here are some impressive and the first source engine screenshots from Half-Life 2 with brand new reflection effects.
This feature comes with the new version of FakeFactorys Cinematic Mod.
Source:
http://gamingbolt.com/half-life-2-with-impressive-new-reflection-effects-using-cinematic-mod
I just read that Spotify is coming to the U.S! Oh, wait.
That was an article from 2009. I hope they really mean it this time. I love the product. To grease the skids for them a bit, Ive put together a little travel guide for what they can expect in advertising and media circles when they do arrive.
Lots of love in digital circles.
Being Swedish Im guessing theyre fantastic dressers and that their accents will make even the Brits envious
I just read that Spotify is coming to the U.S! Oh, wait.
That was an article from 2009. I hope they really mean it this time. I love the product. To grease the skids for them a bit, Ive put together a little travel guide for what they can expect in advertising and media circles when they do arrive.
Lots of love in digital circles.
Being Swedish Im guessing theyre fantastic dressers and that their accents will make even the Brits envious
An unpatched Flash Player vulnerability is being targeted in attacks on Windows-based computers, Adobe says.
An unpatched Flash Player vulnerability is being targeted in attacks on Windows-based computers, Adobe says.
You know you're big when people decide to start betting on you.
Facebook is now that big.
Intel has a shot at tablet success on Android in the wake of the slow start of the Motorola Xoom and the Samsung Galaxy Tab, which are based on chip technology that competes with Intel products.
Source:
http://pixelbean.com/2011/04/as-android-for-tablets-falters-opportunity-for-intel/
Good news if you've been annoyed with your mobile Apple device for one reason or another related to the software.
Apple this week released its iOS 4.3.2 software update for the iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPod touch (third and fourth generation), and iPad 1 and 2. There are a number of fixes in the update, including one that addresses a FaceTime...
Source:
http://hothardware.com/News/Apples-iOS-432-Update-Unfreezes-FaceTime/
EmSense has come up with something called quantitative neurometrics.� That means they give you a headband that senses your brain waves as you watch something and then they record the data for researchers.
The hope is to reinvent behavioral research and get much better feedback about what works and what doesnt.
EmSense has come up with something called quantitative neurometrics.� That means they give you a headband that senses your brain waves as you watch something and then they record the data for researchers.
The hope is to reinvent behavioral research and get much better feedback about what works and what doesnt.
If the thought of donating to charity for Japan relief without getting something in return doesn’t really sit well with you, Bioware have you covered. Literally. They’re auctioning off ten Mass effect hoodies signed by the team and co-founders and at about $100 a pop, those were the cheapest items on offer. There are… other 2011 Geeky Gadgets, If you are reading this article anywhere other than Geeky Gadgets it has been re-published without our permission.Bioware Auctioning Off Stuff For Japan Relief 2011 Geeky Gadgets ...
This article will show how to format a hard drive using Disk Utility, a helpful application that comes with every Mac.
Its easy, and takes a few minutes.
Source:
http://www.macworld.com/article/158905/2011/04/howtoformathd.html
This article will show how to format a hard drive using Disk Utility, a helpful application that comes with every Mac.
Its easy, and takes a few minutes.
Source:
http://www.macworld.com/article/158905/2011/04/howtoformathd.html
Reports are surfacing again, but wouldn't it make sense to just ship a white iPhone 5?
Source:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/225295/apple_white_iphone_4_is_real_and_late.html
Reports are surfacing again, but wouldn't it make sense to just ship a white iPhone 5?
Source:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/225295/apple_white_iphone_4_is_real_and_late.html
The latest jailbreak works for the iPhone 4, the iPad, and the third- and fourth-generation iPod Touch.
Source:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/225306/ios_432_jailbroken_already.html
The latest jailbreak works for the iPhone 4, the iPad, and the third- and fourth-generation iPod Touch.
Source:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/225306/ios_432_jailbroken_already.html
The remodel continues, and the AOL-HuffPo team have major plans for Patch...including new writers.
Source:
http://pixelbean.com/2011/04/aol-going-on-hiring-binge-for-patch-more-job-cuts-likely/
The remodel continues, and the AOL-HuffPo team have major plans for Patch...including new writers.
Source:
http://pixelbean.com/2011/04/aol-going-on-hiring-binge-for-patch-more-job-cuts-likely/
President Obama may be content using a slightly outdated (though admittedly secure) BlackBerry while on the go, but it seems that he's far more disappointed in the technology at the White House itself.
Source:
http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/15/president-obama-complains-white-house-technology-is-30-years-be/
Do you use the Skype for Android app? Your personal information may be vulnerable thanks to an exploit in the app.
Do you use the Skype for Android app? Your personal information may be vulnerable thanks to an exploit in the app.
You’d have to be some kind of industry legend to start a studio, make one moderately successful WiiWare game and right afterwards have Nintendo offer you the job of porting what is widely considered the best video game in existence to their brand-spanking new platform. Luckily, Koichi Ishii, Secret of Mana director and Final Fantasy 2011 Geeky Gadgets, If you are reading this article anywhere other than Geeky Gadgets it has been re-published without our permission.Legend of Zelda Ocarina Of Time 3DS Remake Out Of Nintendo’s Hands 2011 Geeky Gadgets ...
Source:
http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/geeky-gadgets/~3/-4ZCOm6Mnm0/
The Asia Pacific Network Information Centre (APNIC) has run out of all but a handful of IPv4 addresses that it is holding in reserve for start-up network operators.
Source:
http://www.networkworld.com/news/2011/041411-apnic-ipv4-gone.html
The Asia Pacific Network Information Centre (APNIC) has run out of all but a handful of IPv4 addresses that it is holding in reserve for start-up network operators.
Source:
http://www.networkworld.com/news/2011/041411-apnic-ipv4-gone.html
The popularity of online music service Spotify has prompted the company to cut back on its free offerings.
Starting May 1, Spotify will limit users to 10 hours per month, among other things.
The RIM BlackBerry PlayBook, the Motorola Xoom, and the Apple iPad 2 go head-to-head in Web speed tests.
Read this blog post by Eric Franklin on Crave.
The RIM BlackBerry PlayBook, the Motorola Xoom, and the Apple iPad 2 go head-to-head in Web speed tests.
Read this blog post by Eric Franklin on Crave.
It has been a long time coming but now subscribers in the US can sign-up for a 100-Mbps-broadband connection.
Comcast, the largest cable (and broadband) company today announced that it is launching Extreme 105, across its entire footprint, which covers 40 million homes.
Source:
http://gigaom.com/broadband/finally-100-mbps-everywhere-if-you-have-comcast/
It has been a long time coming but now subscribers in the US can sign-up for a 100-Mbps-broadband connection.
Comcast, the largest cable (and broadband) company today announced that it is launching Extreme 105, across its entire footprint, which covers 40 million homes.
Source:
http://gigaom.com/broadband/finally-100-mbps-everywhere-if-you-have-comcast/
Mozilla has launched Aurora, a new series of Firefox pre-release builds that offer a middle ground between the experimental nightly builds and the battle-tested beta releases.
Mozilla has launched Aurora, a new series of Firefox pre-release builds that offer a middle ground between the experimental nightly builds and the battle-tested beta releases.
A new report from CB Insights shows venture investing was healthy in the first quarter of the year, with only a few signs of a bubble.
Source:
http://news.cnet.com/8301-13846_3-20053656-62.html?part=rss&subj=news&tag=2547-1_3-0-20
In this, the fourth Aperture Investment Opportunity, the lab behind Portal 2 wants you to consider purchasing a new set of boots.
Unless you want to die horribly, of course. ...
This clever demo simulates a 3D effect on your iPad 2 without forcing you to wear glasses.
Source:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/224987/eyetracking_trick_brings_glassesfree_3d_to_ipad_2.html
Social media has created a human filter for quality content and threatened the reach of keyword stuffers and content farms when it comes to news.
Source:
http://mashable.com/2011/04/12/social-journalism-quality/
Social media has created a human filter for quality content and threatened the reach of keyword stuffers and content farms when it comes to news.
Source:
http://mashable.com/2011/04/12/social-journalism-quality/
History is written by the winners.
Source:
http://www.businessinsider.com/how-twitter-was-founded-2011-4?op=1
History is written by the winners.
Source:
http://www.businessinsider.com/how-twitter-was-founded-2011-4?op=1
(PhysOrg.com) -- It's often said the eye is the window to the soul. But in this case, the eye is the window to Windows. At least, that was the goal when EyeTech Digital Systems enlisted the help of some BYU engineering students in creating an all-in-one eye-tracking system.
Source:
http://www.physorg.com/news/2011-04-student-developed-eye-tracking-tablet-people-disabilities.html
(PhysOrg.com) -- It's often said the eye is the window to the soul. But in this case, the eye is the window to Windows. At least, that was the goal when EyeTech Digital Systems enlisted the help of some BYU engineering students in creating an all-in-one eye-tracking system.
Source:
http://www.physorg.com/news/2011-04-student-developed-eye-tracking-tablet-people-disabilities.html
Last week, Facebook opened to the world the details of its energy efficient data center in Prineville, Ore., complete with custom-built servers, power delivery and backup, and cooling system.
Whats the mix-and-match potential?
Source:
http://gigaom.com/cleantech/how-valuable-is-facebooks-energy-efficient-open-data-center-design/
T-Mobile has officially announced two new unlimited packages for their subscribers to launch tomorrow, April 13th.
The $79.99 Even More plan and $59.99 Even More Plus plan include unlimited talk, text, and data. That data is technically capped at 2GB, though going over wont get you hit with overage charges. Instead, TMo will throttle back on your data speeds until the next months billing cycle takes over.
Source:
http://phandroid.com/2011/04/12/t-mobile-announces-new-unlimited-plans/
T-Mobile has officially announced two new unlimited packages for their subscribers to launch tomorrow, April 13th.
The $79.99 Even More plan and $59.99 Even More Plus plan include unlimited talk, text, and data. That data is technically capped at 2GB, though going over wont get you hit with overage charges. Instead, TMo will throttle back on your data speeds until the next months billing cycle takes over.
Source:
http://phandroid.com/2011/04/12/t-mobile-announces-new-unlimited-plans/
Solar panel backpacks seem to be the hipster accessory of choice these days.
Polo purveyors Ralph Lauren won't get left behind by the trend, so the clothing giant recently outed its own RLX Solar Panel Backpack. True to the Ralph Lauren aesthete, this baby's gonna cost lotsa dough. Read the rest of Ralph Lauren Reveals 2011 Geeky Gadgets, If you are reading this article anywhere other than Geeky Gadgets it has been re-published without our permission.Ralph Lauren Reveals Solar Panel Backpack In Two Colors 2011 Geeky Gadgets ...
Source:
http://pixelbean.com/2011/04/ralph-lauren-reveals-solar-panel-backpack-in-two-colors/
An ingenious attack by French researchers has found a way to identify BitTorrent users even when they attempt to obscure their connections by using the Tor onion-routing network�and the researchers have already deployed it against 10,000 users.
Intel plans to roll out its next generation of Netbook-specific Atom processors this year, with systems available around the holidays.
Via: http://news.cnet.com
Intel plans to roll out its next generation of Netbook-specific Atom processors this year, with systems available around the holidays.
Via: http://news.cnet.com
The appointment of PR execs is not normally something to get mobile-watchers excited of a Monday morning.
But when the company doing the hiring is Apple and the execs in question come from Nintendo and Activision, its well worth paying attention. So who is Apple employing and what has it got planned? And why is it making its move into more serious gaming territory now?
Source:
http://top10.com/mobilephones/news/2011/04/iphone_ipad_gaming_hires_hint_at_bright_future/
The appointment of PR execs is not normally something to get mobile-watchers excited of a Monday morning.
But when the company doing the hiring is Apple and the execs in question come from Nintendo and Activision, its well worth paying attention. So who is Apple employing and what has it got planned? And why is it making its move into more serious gaming territory now?
Source:
http://top10.com/mobilephones/news/2011/04/iphone_ipad_gaming_hires_hint_at_bright_future/
Skype 5.3 for Windows released, improves mobile video call quality
Source:
http://www.newsflap.com/2011/04/09/skype-5-3-windows-released-improves-mobile-video-call-quality/
The Android smartphone landscape is as varied as ever these days, and there's no question that competition is fierce.
Dell wasn't even a member of the mobile phone universe a few years ago, and already they're taking on the big guys with the Venue. Is this Froyo-powered slate phone up to the task? Find out in our full review!
Source:
http://hothardware.com/Reviews/Dell-Venue-Smartphone-Review/
Adobe is helping to merge the tablet with the desktop, making software more affordable.
Say you've got an electronics project going full last and need to test it---what to do? Israeli tinkerer Ytai Ben-Tsvi worked his DIY magic to create the IOIO .
It's a nimble slice of hardware that connects to an Android phone via USB. Read the rest of IOIO Turns Your Android Phone Into A 2011 Geeky Gadgets, If you are reading this article anywhere other than Geeky Gadgets it has been re-published without our permission.IOIO Turns Your Android Phone Into A Controller 2011 Geeky Gadgets ...
Source:
http://pixelbean.com/2011/04/ioio-turns-your-android-phone-into-a-controller/
Say you've got an electronics project going full last and need to test it---what to do? Israeli tinkerer Ytai Ben-Tsvi worked his DIY magic to create the IOIO .
It's a nimble slice of hardware that connects to an Android phone via USB. Read the rest of IOIO Turns Your Android Phone Into A 2011 Geeky Gadgets, If you are reading this article anywhere other than Geeky Gadgets it has been re-published without our permission.IOIO Turns Your Android Phone Into A Controller 2011 Geeky Gadgets ...
Source:
http://pixelbean.com/2011/04/ioio-turns-your-android-phone-into-a-controller/
Official Google Blog: High-quality sites algorithm goes global, incorporates user feedback
Source:
http://googlewebmastercentral.blogspot.com/2011/04/high-quality-sites-algorithm-goes.html
If you keep a safe in a bank robbers sitting room, eventually hes going to find a way to open it� � This was the idiom used by copyright reform advocate Lawrence Lessig in his 2007 TED talk to both describe the futility of the tech industrys anti-piracy efforts and simultaneously ask consumers an important question: What is it exactly that manufacturers like Apple, Sony and Microsoft are selling us?
Source:
http://motherboard.tv/2011/4/8/keep-hacking-in-the-free-world-anonymous-rises-to-defend-ps3-hacker
If you keep a safe in a bank robbers sitting room, eventually hes going to find a way to open it� � This was the idiom used by copyright reform advocate Lawrence Lessig in his 2007 TED talk to both describe the futility of the tech industrys anti-piracy efforts and simultaneously ask consumers an important question: What is it exactly that manufacturers like Apple, Sony and Microsoft are selling us?
Source:
http://motherboard.tv/2011/4/8/keep-hacking-in-the-free-world-anonymous-rises-to-defend-ps3-hacker
The first U.S. commercial chain of charging stations, eVgo (pronounced ee-vee-go), will reportedly have a total of 60 electric-vehicle charging stations in place by Labor Day. eVgo is owned by NRG EV Services, a subsidiary of NRG Energy, one of the largest electricity providers in Texas.
Source:
http://www.csnews.com/top-story-texas_revs_up_electric_charging_stations-58373.html
The first U.S. commercial chain of charging stations, eVgo (pronounced ee-vee-go), will reportedly have a total of 60 electric-vehicle charging stations in place by Labor Day. eVgo is owned by NRG EV Services, a subsidiary of NRG Energy, one of the largest electricity providers in Texas.
Source:
http://www.csnews.com/top-story-texas_revs_up_electric_charging_stations-58373.html
YouTube has launched its live streaming site, and will continue to improve and upgrade its content.
Source:
http://pixelbean.com/2011/04/youtube-live-debuts-as-its-overhaul-continues-2/
Motorola fans with a Bravo handset will get to test the next Android update (Froyo) before its release.
The testing is aimed at making sure there are no unexpected bugs.
Motorola fans with a Bravo handset will get to test the next Android update (Froyo) before its release.
The testing is aimed at making sure there are no unexpected bugs.
This is what new media can do.
Source:
http://thenextweb.com/shareables/2011/04/09/it-all-began-with-a-tweet/
There are entire wiki sites dedicated to dicks, porn, Super Mario Brothers, WoW, in addition to more mainstream fare like The Simpsons and Star Wars.
Here are the 10 most bizarre wikis on the web.
Source:
http://blogs.westword.com/showandtell/2011/04/ten_ridiculous_wikis.php
There are entire wiki sites dedicated to dicks, porn, Super Mario Brothers, WoW, in addition to more mainstream fare like The Simpsons and Star Wars.
Here are the 10 most bizarre wikis on the web.
Source:
http://blogs.westword.com/showandtell/2011/04/ten_ridiculous_wikis.php
500 Startups first Demo Day sprint is over and people are trickling out their rankings lists of the 23 startups, or
Source:
http://techcrunch.com/2011/04/08/the-seven-most-interesting-startups-at-500-startups-demo-day/
Most Internet analysts suggest that MySpace fell from grace because it crumbled in the face of stiff competition from Facebook.
But a Reuters report suggests that it may have been Google that dealt the fatal blow by accident as long ago as 2006.
Source:
http://gigaom.com/2011/04/08/was-it-google-who-killed-myspace/
Most Internet analysts suggest that MySpace fell from grace because it crumbled in the face of stiff competition from Facebook.
But a Reuters report suggests that it may have been Google that dealt the fatal blow by accident as long ago as 2006.
Source:
http://gigaom.com/2011/04/08/was-it-google-who-killed-myspace/
While media addiction may not be a clinical diagnosis (yet), the language used by the media-deprived students clearly suggested no small measure of physical dependency.
Source:
http://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/study-finds-media-addiction-prevalent-among-college-students/
While media addiction may not be a clinical diagnosis (yet), the language used by the media-deprived students clearly suggested no small measure of physical dependency.
Source:
http://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/study-finds-media-addiction-prevalent-among-college-students/
New patent application depicts a screen that's built into the area surrounding the traditional touch screen. This could free up space on the main display, and open up new directions for developers.
Via: http://news.cnet.com
New patent application depicts a screen that's built into the area surrounding the traditional touch screen. This could free up space on the main display, and open up new directions for developers.
Via: http://news.cnet.com
Sony are set to join the tablet revolution, with CEO Howard Stringer announcing that the company plan to deliver a Honeycomb based tablet before the end of the year.
Source:
http://www.geekwithlaptop.com/sony-to-join-the-tablet-revolution
This flash drive is just awesome.
Source:
http://uberhumor.com/the-most-epic-flash-drive-of-all-time/
This flash drive is just awesome.
Source:
http://uberhumor.com/the-most-epic-flash-drive-of-all-time/
Logitech has a long history of pumping out peripherals on their own, but for whatever reason they've decided to team up with yet another accessory maker for their newest device.
The Logitech Keyboard Case is actually designed in cooperation with ZAGG, yet another peripheral maker, and it's actually one of the more unique options. It's an iPad...
Source:
http://hothardware.com/News/Logitech-Teams-With-ZAGG-For-KeyboardEquipped-iPad-2-Case/
Logitech has a long history of pumping out peripherals on their own, but for whatever reason they've decided to team up with yet another accessory maker for their newest device.
The Logitech Keyboard Case is actually designed in cooperation with ZAGG, yet another peripheral maker, and it's actually one of the more unique options. It's an iPad...
Source:
http://hothardware.com/News/Logitech-Teams-With-ZAGG-For-KeyboardEquipped-iPad-2-Case/
Just because Daniel Terdiman hasn't left home, it doesn't mean he's not exploring.
In his Road Trip at Home package, the CNET reporter checks out interesting hot spots for high-tech, low-tech, science, art, and more--all near the San Francisco Bay.
Alert system implemented after 9/11 to be scrapped with warnings now having two levels � elevated and imminent.
By Josh Halliday
Source:
http://www.guardian.co.uk/technology/2011/apr/08/us-terror-attack-facebook-twitter
Alert system implemented after 9/11 to be scrapped with warnings now having two levels � elevated and imminent.
By Josh Halliday
Source:
http://www.guardian.co.uk/technology/2011/apr/08/us-terror-attack-facebook-twitter
Taking a page out of Steve Jobs playbook, new Google CEO and co-founder Larry Page has restructured upper management at Google to streamline the decision making process and make the individual departments more autonomous.
Source:
http://www.techi.com/2011/04/google-cuts-bureaucratic-tape-streamlines-decisions-by-departments/
Wwe need to put more weight on one's demonstrable capabilities than college degrees and "experience" in our resume, thanks to the emergence of Internet as a platform, we are entering a phase where these capabilities will be on full display for others to see.
Source:
http://gigaom.com/2011/04/07/what-do-don-draper-and-github-have-in-common/
Wwe need to put more weight on one's demonstrable capabilities than college degrees and "experience" in our resume, thanks to the emergence of Internet as a platform, we are entering a phase where these capabilities will be on full display for others to see.
Source:
http://gigaom.com/2011/04/07/what-do-don-draper-and-github-have-in-common/
Google is hard at work giving YouTube the Hollywood treatment and turning it into a premium-content competitor with organized channels and professionally produced video.
Source:
http://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/google-overhauling-youtube-with-channels-pro-content/
There's nothing worse than opening up your contact book to see tons of email addresses that you don't care about or don't remember emailing because Google
Source:
http://phandroid.com/2011/04/07/finally-gmail-stops-auto-saving-everyone-you-email-to-your-contacts/
LinkedIn has launched a series of website plugins that effectively duplicate the features of the "open graph" platform Facebook launched last year -- a move that throws the business-oriented network into what looks like head-to-head competition with Facebook for the clicks and identities of web users.
Source:
http://gigaom.com/2011/04/06/linked-and-facebook-personal-vs-professional-in-the-identity-wars/