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Sony launches Memory Stick Micro (M2) for mobile phones
Sony has announced three models of the ultra-small memory card to ship later this year that are suitable for its new range of Sony Ericsson phones 24 February 2006 15:03 GMT TweetSony has announced three models of the ultra-small memory card to ship later this year that are suitable for its new range of Sony Ericsson phones.
The new format - the Memory Stick Micro ("M2") - will come in storage capacities of 256MB, 512MB... -
TerraTec launch Aureon 7.1 PCI featuring Live Dolby Digital encoding
Terratec has launched a new sound card that promises eight channels and Dolby Digital Live Encoding 24 February 2006 15:00 GMT TweetTerratec has launched a new sound card that promises eight channels and Dolby Digital Live Encoding for anyone seeking an affordable option for equipping computers with state-of-art Surround technology.
The new promises Terratec Aureon 7.1... -
ROK Player comes to Windows Mobile
ROK, the company behind films for mobile phones has increased its service offering to include Microsoft PDA users 24 February 2006 14:57 GMT TweetROK, the company behind films for mobile phones has increased its service offering to include Microsoft PDA users.
PDA users running Microsoft Windows Mobile will be able to run ROK Player content-loaded memory cards on their handsets to watch... -
Podcasting goes scripted
Podcasting is due to come to the masses, or anyone with Microsoft Word 24 February 2006 14:50 GMT TweetPodcasting is due to come to the masses, or anyone with Microsoft Word
MT-Podcast promises to let anyone produce podcasts without the need for voice recordings.
Users hoping to make a podcast simply write their script using Word... -
The humble Piggy Bank gets a 21 century makeover
A piggy bank that will allow your savings to be a bit better organised. 24 February 2006 11:29 GMT TweetWith most people worried about how much a new baby will cost one company has launched a piggy bank that will allow your savings to be a bit better organised.
Rather than simply ask you to throw all your money in one pot, The Money Savvy Pig... -
WEBSITE OF THE DAY – bloglines.com
Today’s website of the day is bloglines.com an rss aggregating service online. 23 February 2006 23:05 GMT TweetToday's website of the day is bloglines.com an rss aggregating service online.
The service allows you to track a number of websites news feeds (including pocket-lint.co.uk's and keep informed on when they post stories.
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Google moves into website publishing
Now Google takes on Geocities 23 February 2006 20:10 GMT TweetGoogle is to take on Yahoo's Geocities web host offering with the announcement that it has launched a page creation tool that allows account holders to build pages and store them online at Google.
The company, which launched the beta service... -
Avanquest launch iExtend, WebPodStudio, PodMediaCreator and DVD2Pod for iPod owners
New iPod software turns your MP3 player into anything but... 23 February 2006 19:08 GMT TweetA new range of software utilities for iPod users has been launched by Avanquest that promises to enhance and expand the music player's functionality in both business and entertainment.
The four new titles - iExtend, WebPodStudio, PodMediaCreator... -
Apple iTunes reaches 1 billion song marker
1 billion songs legally downloaded 23 February 2006 15:50 GMT TweetIt seems like only yesterday (it was actually on the 7 February) when Apple laid down the gauntlet to sell 1 billion tracks through its iTunes store; 16 days later and the company has already achieved its goal.
According to the company, music... -
Sennheiser launch CX-300 ear-canal earphones
Sennheiser has launched a new set of ear-canal earphones designed for the consumer rather than the professional 23 February 2006 15:35 GMT TweetSennheiser has launched a new set of ear-canal earphones designed for the consumer rather than the professional.
Based on the company's professional in-ear stage foldback monitors, Sennheiser claim that the new CX 300's will "sets new standards... -
Pink launch iPod friendly tie
According to Pink “It’s the latest solution for today’s busy man who needs to carry more than one gadget at any one time” 23 February 2006 10:13 GMT TweetFirst their was the Commuter Shirt, now shirt maker Pink has launched yet another way to ensure your iPod nano is always close to your chest, in the shape of the Pink Commuter tie.
According to Pink “It's the latest solution for today's busy... -
Mum's get SuperMom action figure, but where is SuperDad?
An American toy company that makes toys for grown-ups has launched SuperMom, a 6-inch plastic action figure 23 February 2006 4:00 GMT TweetAn American toy company that makes toys for grown-ups has launched SuperMom a 6-inch plastic action figure that comes with a bunch of accessories like a super long to-do list, groceries, a mobile phone, and a baby.
That's all very well, but... -
WEBSITE OF THE DAY – bbc.co.uk/parenting/
Today’s website of the day is bbc.co.uk/parenting/ a site dedicated to parenting. 22 February 2006 22:53 GMT TweetToday's website of the day is bbc.co.uk/parenting/ a site dedicated to parenting.
The BBC site has everything you want to know about parenting, whether you are yet to have a child or have got a toddler causing you havoc.
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Google in copyright breach over porn pics
Google has lost a court case over publishing copyrighted images owned by an adult website Perfect 10 22 February 2006 18:07 GMT TweetGoogle has lost a court case over publishing copyrighted images owned by an adult website Perfect 10.
A California court has ruled that “Google's creation and public display of 'thumbnails' do directly infringe P10's copyrights” and that the... -
Casio launch EX-Z850 and EX-Z60 digital cameras
Casio has launched two new cameras ahead of PMA in Florida next week 22 February 2006 16:00 GMT TweetCasio has launched two new cameras ahead of PMA in Florida next week. The two new models are the EX-Z850 and the EX-Z60.
The EX-Z850 follows on from the EX-Z750 and will offer 8.1 megapixel photos, a 3x optical zoom, both manual aperture and... -
New iFi iPod speaker dock challenges Bose for no. 1 slot
It seems that a new iPod dock is launched every week in the UK at the moment. The latest is the Klipsch iFi home stereo system for iPods. 22 February 2006 15:20 GMT TweetIt seems that a new iPod dock is launched every week in the UK at the moment. The latest is the Klipsch iFi home stereo system for iPods.
Coming complete with an 8-inch subwoofer, 2 RSX-3 satellite speakers, a functional iPod dock, and a radio... -
Apple set to announce fun new products next week
Following yet more rumours and even more fake images, it appears that Apple planning to unveil a number of “fun new products” 22 February 2006 13:33 GMT TweetFollowing yet more rumours and even more fake images, it appears that Apple is holding an event on its Cupertino campus to unveil a number of “fun new products”.
The event which is to take place on Tuesday 28 February has had the usual array... -
Sony launches transforming mouse VoIP phone for laptops
Sony has entered the VoIP market with a new mouse that promises to double up as a clamshell handset 22 February 2006 13:22 GMT TweetSony has entered the VoIP market with a new mouse that promises to double up as a clamshell mouse designed for laptops when you aren't whizzing it around the screen.
The Vaio VN-CX1, as it will be known, is Sony's attempt to tap into the ever... -
Canon go entry-level mad with five new A-series models
Aside from the three Ixus models, Canon also announced a further five new models apart of its PowerShot A-series range 22 February 2006 12:06 GMT TweetAside from the three Ixus models, Canon also announced a further five new models apart of its PowerShot A-series range.
The new models include the Powershot A430, A530, A540 and A700 as well as the PowerShot S3 IS which replaces last year's... -
Stress in early pregnancy has been linked to miscarriage
Forbes.com is reporting that stress in early pregnancy has been linked to miscarriage 22 February 2006 8:09 GMT TweetForbes.com is reporting that stress in early pregnancy has been linked to miscarriage suggesting to us that if you're planning on having kids, make sure you keep your Missus happy.
According to the article, pregnant women who are stressed... -
Advanced MP3 Players reveals the Pebble
Small MP3 player that weighs in at a mere 20g and only 3.2cm wide gets UK launch 22 February 2006 6:55 GMT TweetAdvanced MP3 Players has started to sell an ultra-small light MP3 player that weighs in at a mere 20g and only 3.2cm wide.
The player, which is available in both 512MB and 1GB capacities comes in a jet black, semi-reflective pebble design... -
WEBSITE OF THE DAY – yousendit.com
Today’s website of the day is yousendit.com a site that allows you to send very large files to people.
21 February 2006 22:43 GMT TweetToday's website of the day is yousendit.com a site that allows you to send very large files to people.
Another one page site - (simplicity is the key - Ed), the service allows you to send emails to people that are perhaps more than your regular... -
City of London to get wireless coverage
Workers in the Square Mile are to get blanket Wi-Fi coverage 21 February 2006 21:45 GMT TweetWorkers in the City of London are to get blanket Wi-Fi coverage thanks to a deal between the City of London Corporation and wifi hotspot provider The Cloud.
Expected to go live in the next few months with virtually all the City covered within... -
Ricky Gervais says second series podcast will not be free
Gervais set to earn big with latest podcast series. 21 February 2006 20:09 GMT TweetFollowing the huge success of his first podcast series, Ricky Gervais is set to make over £250,000 an episode by offering his second series for download at 95 pence per download.
Available exclusively from Audible.co.uk and the iTunes music... -
New UK auction goes up against might of eBay
Bidding by mobile phone in hope to overcome might of eBay 21 February 2006 19:57 GMT TweetA UK centric auction site has opted to go up against the might of eBay offering auctioneers the chance to bid for lots on their mobile phone.
Huntforit.co.uk's mobile texting service allows anyone on any network to bid for any item via text...
Acer CloudMobile Ice Cream Sandwich smartphone set for MWC launch 4.3-inch award winner
Best iPhone utilities apps Resistance is futilities?
HTC PlayStation certification devices coming 2012, time to get your Crash Bandicoot skills up to scratch EXCLUSIVE: Game on
Samsung not worried by Apple iTV threat EXCLUSIVE: AV boss not concerned
Samsung Galaxy S III: Review of rumours, features, pictures and specs Thinner, faster, better
New HTC Ice Cream Sandwich device pictures leak Another one for the rumour pile...
Samsung O table is for the kitchen of the future Flexible hob
Nokia 700 Sleek and desirable Nokia
LG Miracle picture and details leak Update: More pictures from the wild
Google home entertainment device detailed WSJ solves device mystery
More leaked iPad 3 parts help form bigger picture - including Sharp Retina display iPad 3, in kit form
Tesla Model X SUV goes back to the future DeLorean lookalike announced
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 (7.0) pictures and hands-on Up close with the ICS tablet
APP OF THE DAY: Tweetbot review (iPad) Should a Twitter app cost?
New Apple TV leaked in software update? iOS 5.1 says so
Panasonic Lumix GX1 review
The one?
Sony PlayStation Vita review
Curriculum Vita
Nokia Lumia 710 review
WP7 on a budget
GoPro HD Hero2 review
Amazing things come in small packages
HTC Explorer review
A phone for people who make calls
BlackBerry Torch 9810 review
Middle of the road
Sony Alpha A65 review
Affordable SLT. But is it a DSLR-beater?
BlackBerry Bold 9790 review
To boldly go where we've already been before
Fiat 500 TwinAir Plus review
Two-cylinder beast
Motorola MotoACTV review
Just add exercise
Motorola Xoom 2 Media Edition review
Mini Xoom
BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9981 review
For the fast lane
Sennheiser IE80 review
Tune that bass
Kingston Wi-Drive review
Expand your storage
Huawei Ideos X3 review
Cheap but imperfect