Stuart Miles News Archive 
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BOB helps manage kids TV viewing
A device that helps parents manage the time their children use in-home media 27 March 2006 15:34 GMT TweetOne of the biggest fears about becoming a parent and a gadget whore is that I won't be able to stop my kids playing endless computer games or time on the computer. Heck, if Dad does it for his job, how can I say they they can't.
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Paper trimmer hopes to make cutting photographs simple
The humble paper trimmer is set to make a comeback 27 March 2006 15:31 GMT TweetThe humble paper trimmer is set to make a comeback as digital photographers turn back to printing and sticking images in paper albums.
Swordfish, has launched a range of paper trimmers that it says "no serious scrap booker or any arts and craft... -
Casinos to go high-tech with new gaming chips
Casinos from Blackpool to Las Vegas could get a huge technology overhaul 27 March 2006 15:29 GMT TweetCasinos from Blackpool to Las Vegas could get a huge technology overhaul if a Korean start-up has anything to say about it.
The company has created a casino chip that allows gamblers and The House to easily count how many chips they are betting. -
Sony say farewell to PlayStation One
Sony has announced that it is stopping production of the PlayStation One 27 March 2006 15:28 GMT TweetWith the launch of the PlayStation 3 set for November, Sony has announced that it is stopping production of the PlayStation One, the console that started it all off.
Launched more than 11 years ago, the computer games division has decided that... -
Keyboard gets tough to beat anger management
If you are one of those people that likes to get angry at your computer then perhaps you should consider the Virtually Indestructible Keyboard 27 March 2006 15:26 GMT TweetIf you are one of those people that likes to get angry at your computer then perhaps you should consider the Virtually Indestructible Keyboard, a keyboard made from silicone, so at least next time you hurl it across the room no damage will be done.
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WEBSITE OF THE DAY - entrances to hell.com
Today’s website of the day is entrances to hell.com, a collection of photographs of doorways or entrances that, you guessed it could lead straight to hell. 27 March 2006 9:01 GMT TweetToday's website of the day is entrancestohell.com, a collection of photographs of doorways or entrances that, you guessed it could lead straight to hell.
According to the blurb on the about us page www.entrancestohell.com is a site devoted... -
WEBSITE OF THE DAY - remind4u.com
Today’s website of the day is remind4u.com a site that should get you out of trouble remembering to send greetings cards. 26 March 2006 9:52 GMT TweetToday's website of the day is remind4u.com a site that should get you out of trouble remembering to send greetings cards.
Not only will the site text and / or email you up to 7 days before important dates like Birthday's and anniversaries... -
BlackBerry to go 3G with new 8707v - PLUS IMAGES
Details of a new 3G enabled BlackBerry have been leaked on the Internet today 24 March 2006 17:42 GMT TweetDetails of a new 3G enabled BlackBerry have been leaked on the Internet today.
Surfacing on Airtimemanger.co.uk, a site that specialises in "offering expertise finding you the right tariff" the new device, called the BlackBerry 8707v is... -
Desperate Housewives gets PC game tie-in
Disney is to give fans the chance to live on Wisteria Lane in a new computer game 24 March 2006 17:40 GMT TweetFans of the TV show Desperate Housewives will be pleased to hear that Disney is to give them the chance to live on Wisteria Lane in a new computer game.
Buena Vista Games, the interactive entertainment arm of Disney, today announced it will... -
Sanyo launches new Xacti C6 digital movie camera
Sanyo is adding to its Xacti camera range with the launch of the Xacti C6 24 March 2006 13:44 GMT TweetSanyo is adding to its Xacti camera range with the launch of the Xacti C6 - what it is claiming is the world's smallest, thinnest and lightest solid state still and moving image camera of its kind.
Compact enough to fit in your shirt pocket,... -
Dualit tunes in to DAB radio
Dualit, the company behind those swish £150 toasters, has decided to launch a digital radio 24 March 2006 13:27 GMT TweetDualit, the company behind those swish £150 toasters, has decided to launch a digital radio, that rather disappointingly doesn't make toast.
Designed to complement other products in the Dualit collection the new radio promises DAB and FM reception... -
Sony resurrects MiniDisc with MZ-RH1
Just like some Hollywood b-movie monster back from the dead for a second bite 24 March 2006 13:13 GMT TweetJust like some Hollywood b-movie monster back from the dead for a second bite, Sony has resurrected the MiniDisk and launched a new model called the MZ-RH1.
Capable of playing files downloaded in LinearPCM, ATRAC (ATRAC, ATRAC3, ATRAC3plus)... -
Sky sets date for HD television
Sky has announced the details of its HD service 24 March 2006 11:57 GMT TweetSky has announced the details of its HD service. The satelite broadcaster has confirmed that customers who pre-order before the 5 April will be able to get it some time in May in time for the World Cup.
Sky emailed registered users this morning... -
King Kong kicks off UK movie download service
British movie fans will soon be able to download hit blockbuster movies such as King Kong following a deal with Lovefilm and Universal Pictures 24 March 2006 11:35 GMT TweetBritish movie fans will soon be able to download hit blockbuster movies such as King Kong following a deal with Lovefilm and Universal Pictures.
Customers will be able to download permanent digital copies of films to watch on their computers... -
T-Mobile to offer unlimited internet access from your mobile
T-Mobile has announced that it will be the first operator to offer unlimited internet access via your mobile phone for a set monthly fee 23 March 2006 13:48 GMT TweetT-Mobile has announced that it will be the first operator to offer unlimited internet access via your mobile phone for a set monthly fee.
The company has said that for £7.50 a month users will be able to access its web�n�walk offering,... -
BBC to offer HD TV from 15 May
The BBC has announced today that it will broadcast its 2006 World Cup coverage and major Wimbledon matches in high definition this summer 23 March 2006 10:26 GMT TweetThe BBC has announced today that it will broadcast its 2006 World Cup coverage and major Wimbledon matches in high definition this summer.
The BBC HD trial will kick off with the BBC's share of World Cup matches up to and including the Friday... -
Get me to the hospital on time
With weeks, not months before the arrival of my first born, my wife’s mind has turned to making sure the route is planned and the labour bag is packed 23 March 2006 9:36 GMT TweetWith weeks, not months before the arrival of my first born, my wife's mind has turned to making sure the route is planned and the labour bag is packed.
Luckily for us, our planned hospital is but a 3 minute drive with just one roundabout to... -
BenQ say Apple iPhone is not a rumour
An Australian gadget magazine is claiming the Apple iPhone is coming 23 March 2006 3:55 GMT TweetAn Australian gadget magazine is claiming that it has the inside scoop on Apple developing an iPhone for launch sometime soon.
According to the magazine, Smarthouse “Insiders at Taiwanese phone maker BenQ say that Apple procurement executives... -
Dell buys Alienware
Dell has bought gaming PC maker Alienware for an undisclosed sum 23 March 2006 0:02 GMT TweetDespite denying the rumours, Dell has announced that it has bought gaming PC maker Alienware for an undisclosed sum.
The manufacturer famous for its UFO-themed laptops and computers is to be owned by the world's largest computer maker. -
Dell puts a high price on XPS 600 Renegade
Got a spare $10,000 (£6000) to spend? Thought so 22 March 2006 19:22 GMT TweetGot a spare $10,000 (£6000) to spend? Thought so. Rather than use the extra cash to reduce the mortgage or buy a new family saloon, you might want to give it to Dell, and buy the company's new gaming machine, the XPS 600 Renegade desktop.
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Sharp launches three new LCD TVs designed for UK homes
Three new models added to its P-Series range of LCD TVs 22 March 2006 19:10 GMT TweetSharp has today announced the addition of three new models to its P-Series range of LCD TVs, which have been specifically optimised for the UK PAL broadcast signal.
Following in the footsteps of the Aquos P50 Series, and incorporating, the... -
Rok announces black box to bring your tele to your mobile
Place-shifting set-top box coming in time for World Cup 22 March 2006 17:30 GMT TweetMobile technology development company, ROK Entertainment, today announced it has "stolen a march" on the major Mobile Networks with it's new Place-Shifting set-top box due to available in time to deliver the World Cup football finals to mobiles.
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Nintendo adds another 600 free Wi-Fi hotspots in the UK
Nintendo and BT Openzone have today announced the roll out of over 600 BT Openzone/Nintendo Wi-Fi connection hotspots 22 March 2006 15:52 GMT TweetNintendo and BT Openzone have today announced the roll out of over 600 BT Openzone/Nintendo Wi-Fi connection hotspots to retailers across the UK and Ireland.
The hotspots will mean Nintendo DS gamers will be able to play with other gamers... -
Apple attacks French Government plans to open iTunes
Apple has attacked plans by the French Government to pass a law that would require it to open up its iTunes software and iPod MP3 player 22 March 2006 13:32 GMT TweetApple has attacked plans by the French Government to pass a law that would require it to open up its iTunes software and iPod MP3 player.
In a statement to Pocket-lint Apple said:
"The French implementation of the EU Copyright Directive... -
Microsoft delays Vista till 2007 for consumers
Microsoft has announced that it will not be shipping consumer versions of its new operating system Windows Vista until 2007 22 March 2006 0:32 GMT TweetMicrosoft has announced that it will not be shipping consumer versions of its new operating system Windows Vista until 2007.
The software company said that although businesses would still be getting the OS in November this year, consumers...
APP OF THE DAY: Tom Daley Dive 2012 review (iPad / iPhone / iPod touch) Splooosh!
Sony Vaio E Series pictures and hands-on Everyday laptops
APP OF THE DAY: The Weather Channel review (iPhone / iPod touch) Tonight for the first time, just about half-past ten...
Canon EOS 650D coming in June - specs leaked About time and all
Diablo III collector's edition pictures and hands-on
Want to transfer Android apps to a Windows Phone? Microsoft would like to help Showing App-titude
Samsung Galaxy S III receives 9 million pre-orders Are you one of the crowd?
ICANN and the dot anything: do we care about domain names? The web is changing
WIN: Tickets to Ibiza Rocks to see Maverick Sabre and Labrinth live Epic prize courtesy of Sony
Olympic diving hope Tom Daley gets own iOS game Tom Daley Dive 2012
Cisco Linksys X3000 One for basic users
APP OF THE DAY: WhatsApp review (Android) Instant message, cross platform
Steve Jobs dreamt of creating an iCar What might have been
Twitter suggests who to follow according to your web history Separate the 'tweet' from the chaff
Pentax K-30: 16-megapixel weather-proofed mid-level DSLR 81 seals makes this one tough cam
Olympus OM-D E-M5 review
The compact system camera to beat all others?
Nokia Lumia 900 review
Is big beautiful?
HTC One V review
V for victory?
Huawei Ascend G300 review
Big bang for your hundred quid
FIFA 12: UEFA Euro 2012 review
Lacks polish, if not the Polish
Asus Transformer Pad TF300T review
Transforms your money in to a great tablet
BlackBerry Mini Keyboard for PlayBook review
Will this make working on the go easier?
Fujifilm X-Pro1 review
Like a Leica
Nikon Coolpix P510 review
Does the P510 zoom beyond expectations?
Volkswagen Beetle Design 1.2TSi DSG review
The bug is back. Again.
The Walking Dead: The Game review
Fleshed out zombie bonanza
HP Envy 14 Spectre review
The Ultrabook that isn't an Ultrabook
Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR review
Can Fujifilm’s latest put the ‘super’ in superzoom?
Nikon Coolpix S6300 review
Point, shoot and scoot