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Sharp releases the DV-SV97H DVD/CD player with HD upscaling capabilities
Latest player also supports DivX video 19 June 2006 14:50 GMT TweetFeaturing HD upscaling technology, Sharp's latest DVD/CD player is geared toward those with HD-ready TVs.
The DV-SV97H has progressive scanning and video upscaling features up to 720p and 1080i, and is compatible with most audio and video... -
Adobe offers another test version of Lightroom
Beta 3 has been updated thanks to user feedback 19 June 2006 14:19 GMT TweetAdobe is still unready to release its Lightroom imaging workflow solution, and has instead offered a third Beta version.
From feedback generated by beta testers, Adobe has implemented some tweaks to improve the test version.
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First university course on ethical hacking to start next September
Scottish school to ensure prospective students are carefully vetted before acceptance 19 June 2006 13:28 GMT TweetThe University of Abertay, Dundee is taking the lead in training the next generation of computer security experts by offering Britain's first degree course in "ethical" computer hacking.
Not just anyone can take the Ethical Hacking and Countermeasures... -
Home-made gadget of the week, the USB teddy bear
May be unsuitable for small children 19 June 2006 13:01 GMT TweetThe photographs are worrying, but for those concerned about the welfare of this particular teddy bear, fear not.
He is merely the victim of a cruel joke that has seen him lose his head over a USB connector.
This home-made gadget... -
Nokia and Siemens to merge their mobile networks
Merger expected to go through before January 2007 19 June 2006 12:22 GMT TweetTwo of the mobile phone industry's top players have announced that they are merging their services and products to better compete with other carriers and manufacturers.
Nokia's Networks Business Group and Siemens' carrier-related operations... -
Nokia unveils three new phones, including a no-frills budget model
Other two models are mid-range options for the style-conscious 19 June 2006 11:37 GMT TweetNokia has unveiled three new budget to mid-range handsets, each featuring specific USPs for the target market, at its Nokia Connection event in Singapore.
The first is the Nokia 6151, which features 3G benefits in Nokia's most affordable package... -
Sony Ericsson launches its first i-mode enabled phone
3G model features a candybar form and chic black casing 19 June 2006 10:56 GMT TweetSony Ericsson has launched its first i-mode 3G phone, the K610im.
I-mode is O2's mobile internet service that gives access to a huge range of websites specifically designed for viewing on a mobile phone. The lighter pages give faster download... -
Play.com ready to take pre-orders for Sony PS3 at £549
Retailer's price is more than £100 than expected 16 June 2006 17:24 GMT TweetAfter much speculation and rumour about the final price of the Sony PlayStation 3, one retailer has finally put the device up for pre-order on its website — for the shockingly high price of £549.
Play.com has the PS3 listed for sale, with availability... -
Epson shows off its A6 electronic paper
Electronic paper expected to be used as extremely flexible displays 16 June 2006 15:28 GMT TweetThe virtual and the concrete seem to slide ever closer these days, no more so than when Epson announced it has developed A6-size electronic paper.
The paper is essentially an extremely flexible and thin display that achieves Quad-XGA resolution,... -
Eclipse sub-woofer offers professional-quality stereo sound for a princely sum
Sub-woofer joins Eclipse's egg speaker pairs 16 June 2006 14:53 GMT TweetThose who can afford to spend megabucks on the Eclipse egg-shaped speaker pairs will be pleased to note that Eclipse has released a subwoofer to go with them for only £2,700.
The TD725sw has a Square Egg twin driver array that is floated and... -
Sony u-turns on the price of its LocationFree tuner
Sony reduces the RRP by £150 16 June 2006 14:18 GMT TweetThe launch of the Slingbox for £179 somewhat stole Sony's thunder on the release of its remote TV tuner, LocationFree, which had been announced with a price tag of £350
When Sony representative were questioned by Pocket-lint about the high... -
Microsoft's Bill Gates to step down in 2008
The chairman wants to devote more time to his charitable work 16 June 2006 13:59 GMT TweetMicrosoft founder Bill Gates has announced he is stepping down from his role at the company to devote more of his attention to the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.
He plans to work full-time until June 2008, and then step down to a part-time... -
Philips adds lower-capacity GoGear Jukebox players to the range
1GB and 2GB version are more affordable versions 16 June 2006 12:29 GMT TweetIf your portable media needs are rather less than Philips new Portable Media Center provides, check out the GoGear Jukeboxes instead.
Philips has added two smaller-capacity music players to the range: the SA9100 with 1GB of storage, and the... -
Philips releases PMC7230 Portable Media Center with 30GB of storage
Device lets you record video straight from the TV 16 June 2006 12:13 GMT TweetPhilips has brought out a raft of products as part of its Holiday in June campaign.
The latest addition is the Portable Media Center, which lets you view movies on a slightly bigger screen than the one on the iPod Video.
Unlike many... -
Tiscali joins the VoIP race with Netphone
Survey released on the same day as the service launches shows consumers eager to embrace VoIP technology 15 June 2006 17:17 GMT TweetOn the same day that a JupiterResearch survey shows that consumers are becoming more aware of VoIP services and the flexibility they offer, Tiscali has launched their own VoIP service, called Netphone.
JupiterResearch has determed that 27%... -
Sky One to broadcast live Robbie Williams concert in HD
"See more, hear more, feel everything" 15 June 2006 16:58 GMT TweetSky One is giving you yet another reason to buy an HD settop box by bringing Robbie Williams to our screen as you've never seen him before.
In the first UK live concert broadcast, Sky will broadcast Robbie Williams' Live at Leeds concert on... -
Mio debuts compact C210 satnav device for £199
Entry-level GPS device features full navigation software and speed camera alerts 15 June 2006 16:35 GMT TweetSat-nav devices are ever-growing in popularity, but the price for most devices remains prohibitively high.
Mio Technology has released an entry-level device, the C210, at the affordable price of £199. Lightweight and compact, the GPS can be... -
Roxio Labs lets consumers test software
Labs give software developer a chance to trial software before releasing full versions 15 June 2006 16:06 GMT TweetTechies will be pleased to hear that Sonic is launching Roxio Labs so that users can test the latest cutting-edge digital media applications before the full version are released.
At http://www.roxiolabs.com, consumers can download emerging... -
Apple promises investigation into Chinese factories
Mail on Sunday reports that workers assembling iPods face difficult conditions 15 June 2006 16:02 GMT TweetThe feelgood factor involved in unwrapping a new product from Apple may be dimmed slightly after the Mail on Sunday published a report of its investigations at iPod manufacturing plants in China where workers allegedly toil for up to 15-hours a day for...
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Mozzy Tones alert kids to their mobile without adults hearing it
The high-pitched sound was originally developed as a deterrent against young troublemakers 15 June 2006 15:12 GMT TweetEarlier this year, Swindon installed devices that emit a high-pitched ultra sonic tone that only young people under the age of about 20 around problem areas of the town to deter anti-social behaviour.
It was hailed as a great success, except... -
Download songs wirelessly straight to the MusicGremlin
New device has access to 2 million tracks to download wirelessly without a PC 15 June 2006 13:24 GMT TweetMusicGremlin has put one over on Apple and released the first Wi-Fi equipped MP3 player.
Not only does it let you download music from your PC, but also from the MusicGremlin's subscription site wirelessly, without a PC.
Music from... -
eBay launches Wiki and Blogs to expand its online community
eBay Wiki and eBay Blogs set to expand the eBay community 15 June 2006 12:25 GMT TweetHot on the heels of the news the eBay is rolling out a new service incorporating Skype into the site comes another set of launches from the auctioneers.
EBay has released a beta version of Wiki, a space to host user-generated, fact-based... -
Microsoft's June security update patches eight critical flaws
Microsoft pre-release information had said only patch would be a "critical" update 15 June 2006 11:36 GMT TweetPocket-lint reported that Microsoft was planning on releasing at least one patch for a "critical" flaw in its June security update, based on pre-release information.
However, now that the updates are ready for download, it turns out that... -
Virgin Mobile offering free kebab meals after World Cup games
Customers simply text Virgin Mobile to receive a coupon 14 June 2006 18:08 GMT TweetVirgin Mobile is rewarding England fans who travel to Germany with a free kebab after each match.
England fans with Virgin Mobile phones who are staying at the England fans' campsite in Aachen, Germany, can text the word "kebab" to 26666 in... -
Nokia design competition showcases mobiles of the future
Concept handsets tried to integrate the experiences of the five senses 14 June 2006 17:44 GMT TweetYour next mobile phone is likely to look nothing like its current form if Nokia has anything to do with it.
The company has just released the results of its Future of Mobile Design competition in collaboration with Central Saint Martins College...
APP OF THE DAY: The Weather Channel review (iPhone / iPod touch) Tonight for the first time, just about half-past ten...
Mazda CX5 2.2 TDI AWD A very zoomy SUV
WIN: Tickets to Ibiza Rocks to see Maverick Sabre and Labrinth live Epic prize courtesy of Sony
Apple testing 3.95-inch iPhone 5, with 16:9 display 1136 x 640 resolution revolution
Pentax K-30: 16-megapixel weather-proofed mid-level DSLR 81 seals makes this one tough cam
APP OF THE DAY: WhatsApp review (Android) Instant message, cross platform
3G FaceTime coming in iOS 6? Warning in 5.1.1 seems to point that way
Skyfall trailer hits YouTube: Bond 23 could be best one yet (video) New 007 flick for UK in October
Panasonic H-HS12035 Lumix G X lens announced, hints at weather-proofed GH3 Premium MFT lens
Panasonic Lumix GF5 Micro Four Thirds' mighty mini
What is So.cl? Should you be signing up?
Running blind: How Simon Wheatcroft uses his iPhone to see Runkeeper and more let this man run solo
WEBSITE OF THE DAY: Your iPlayer TV, your way
Bungie Destiny contract reveals Xbox 720 will arrive in 2013 - E3 announcement? Commissioned for Xbox 360 and "next Xbox"
British Gas turns Team GB swimming stars into superheroes Aquanauts assemble
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