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Microsoft's upcoming security updates contain one labelled critical
Microsoft is preparing to release 12 security patches in its monthly update 12 June 2006 14:18 GMT TweetMicrosoft has announced the upcoming release of 12 security updates, nine of which are for Windows.
One of the two patches for Office is rated "critical", while the one for Exchange has an "important" rating.
The company is also... -
Apple faces pressure to change its DRM
Consumer groups target iTunes DRM in Europe and the US 12 June 2006 13:01 GMT TweetApple is facing increasing pressure from around the globe to open up its DRM system.
Over the weekend, Defective By Design, a consumer group which makes up the Campaign to Eliminate DRM, launched a number of protests outside eight Apple stores... -
Nokia N92 and mobile devices to get 14 TV channels in Germany this summer
Pilot program beams TV broadcasts to mobile phones in time for the World Cup 12 June 2006 12:00 GMT TweetVarious German mobile network operators are operating a pilot project to beam live broadcasts to DVB-H enabled portable devices during the world cup.
The Nokia N92 is one of the mobiles that can receive the broadcasts that E-Plus, O2, T-Mobile,... -
Google Browser Sync adds powerful tools to Firefox
Extension for Firefox allows users to save browsing information in a central location 12 June 2006 11:38 GMT TweetIn the midst of all the furor over its new Spreadsheet tool, Google has released an extension for Firefox called Google Browser Sync.
This simple but useful tool allows Firefox users to save bookmarks, passwords, and current tabs in a central... -
A place for Post-its on Sony's E Series Monitors
Making monitors tidy with a space designed for Post-it notes 12 June 2006 11:09 GMT TweetSony's new E Series monitor is a slight departure from the norm.
The design incorporates a shelf at the bottom for small items like pens and a space for Post-it notes, and hides the control buttons within a slot on the lower right hand side.... -
Citizen brings out world's first Bluetooth watch
Watch communicates with your mobile phone to alert you to incoming calls 9 June 2006 15:52 GMT TweetCitizen has beaten Seiko to the finish line and is bringing out the world's first Bluetooth enabled watch.
The Citizen i:VIRT communicates with your mobile phone so that you don't even have to take your phone out of your pocket/handbag/backpack... -
Trust's new Accessory Pack for iPod fits all your gizmos in one carrier
Pack includes iPod charger and earphones 9 June 2006 15:26 GMT TweetTrust has released an all-in-one accessory package for the iPod.
The Trust AP-5200p 8-in-1 Accessory Pack for iPod comes in a sturdy zippered carrier bag so you can keep all of your iPod gadgets together.
Included in the pack is... -
CD swapping services Lala and Swaptree ready to launch in the US
Sites let you trade media with other users for very low prices 9 June 2006 15:07 GMT TweetThe creators of Lala are trying a different tack to appease the music industry that is desperate to recoup some money from the online music sharing phenomenon.
Lala calls itself the largest record store on Earth. Each CD costs just $1.49 to... -
Epson announces the EMP-S4 projector
New projector features 3LCD technology for a sharp and clear image 9 June 2006 14:37 GMT TweetEpson is adding to its 3LCD video projector range with the Epson EMP-S4.
The projector features a whopping 1800 ANSI lumens, with the option of an economy mode of 1500 to extend lamp life to 3000 hours.
It features SVGA resolution... -
Philips Imageo LED candles to light up your life
LED lights can be used both indoors and outside 9 June 2006 13:17 GMT TweetIf traditional candles strike you as more of a fire hazard than a lighting solution, why not give the Philips Imageo LED CandleLights a whirl?
The lights glow and flicker like real candles, but are flame-free and last for longer their wax... -
Philips VOIP433 brings msn instant messenging to phones
Telephone lets you easily choose whether to call from landline or using VOIP 9 June 2006 12:42 GMT TweetWith VoIP telephony the hot topic in the communications industries, Philips is releasing the VOIP433 dual phone.
The digital DECT phone offers both conventional landline phone calls as well as VoIP calls via Microsoft's Windows Life Messenger... -
Sega Football Manager 2007 to launch at Christmas
Upgrade to the game incorporates over 100 new features 9 June 2006 12:05 GMT TweetSega has announced, with impeccable timing, Football Manager 2007, but its just a tease since the game won't be available until Christmas.
It boasts more than 100 new features, and is ready to go for PC, Mac, Intel Mac, and Xbox360. A handheld... -
MSI releases notebook with AMD Turion processor
Get ready for an onslaught of notebooks with AMD dual-core technology this summer 9 June 2006 10:37 GMT TweetMSI has announced specifications on their latest notebook, the MSI Megabook S271 notebook.
The flagship product is powered by a Turion 64, X2 dual core Platform processor, which is AMD's answer to Intel's Pentium M dual-core technology. -
PQI releases new range of ultra-thin USB drives
One of them just happens to be covered in a football print 9 June 2006 9:54 GMT TweetAnd here's one more football-themed gadget you can't do without.
PQI has brought out a range of tiny credit-card-sized USB flash drives, one of which features a football theme on the casing.
The U510 is just 3mm thick, small... -
Jedi wannabes now have their own little Yoda
And he'll carry stuff for you, too 9 June 2006 9:30 GMT TweetStar Wars fans can now take their own little Yoda with them, thanks to the Yoda Plush Backpack.
This small backpack is both creepy and cute, as Yoda has an enigmatic smile and clutches on to you like small green gnome, with adjustable straps.... -
Bulldog ceasing to market consumer internet broadband service
Existing customers should remain unaffected by the changes 8 June 2006 17:57 GMT TweetBulldog may be the first casualty of a looming broadband internet service pricing war.
Bulldog (a division of Cable & Wireless) is stopping its consumer and small-business broadband service and will instead focus on being a wholesale product... -
Apple sues Creative over patent dispute
iPod-maker brings second counter-suit against Creative 8 June 2006 17:20 GMT TweetApple and Creative are taking their differences out in court.
Reports say that Apple has brought its second counter-suit against its number one competitor in the MP3 player market for patent infringement.
Creative stand accused... -
Pinnacle's latest PCTV cards let you watch two channels at once
Watch and record on two different channels with PCTV Dual cards 8 June 2006 16:41 GMT TweetFor those of you fond of tuning in to the TV on your computer come two new Pinnacle PCTV cards: PCTV Dual DVB-T Pro PCI and PCTV Dual Sat Pro PCI.
The cards allow you to watch two channels at the same time through Picture-in-Picture, as well... -
Motorola SCPL rumoured release date
You may get one in your stocking if you've been a very good boy or girl this year 8 June 2006 16:11 GMT TweetThe SCPL from Motorola is arguably this year's most hotly anticipated phone since news of the specs first started leaking.
Now the word in the industry is that the phone will be on sale in December, just in time for the Christmas rush to buy... -
Jajah VoIP service launches in the UK
New service lets you make VoIP calls using your normal telephone 8 June 2006 15:48 GMT TweetNow available in the UK, Jajah simplifies making calls using VoIP technology.
Unlike many other services, you don't have to install extra equipment to make a phone call — you make it over your normal telephone.
To use Jajah, you... -
BenQ showcases a raft of new HD products
First HD LCD monitor part of the range 8 June 2006 15:25 GMT TweetBenQ is ensuring that the company is at the forefront of the HD revolution by debuting a host of new products at a technology conference in Taiwan.
First up is the BenQ FP241W, which the company claims is the world's first LCD monitor built... -
Boost your PSP's memory with Datel's 4GB Hard Drive
Hard drive fits on to PSP for extra storage 8 June 2006 14:53 GMT TweetDatel has provided a solution to boost the storage capacity of the memory-hung PSP.
The 4GB Hard Drive for PSP Solus Pack fits snugly to the back of the console and provides enough space for storing up to 8 full-length movie, 1000 songs, or... -
Panasonic unveils the tiny SDR S150 camcorder
Ultra-compact camcorder can record to SDHC cards 8 June 2006 13:47 GMT TweetPanasonic's latest camcorder is a pocket-sized wonder, but promises not to sacrifice style over substance.
With three CCD sensors the SDR-S150 shoots high-quality video straight to SD card.
The specs are similar to those of its predecessor,... -
Sky adds golf to its HDTV line up
The Ryder Cup can now be viewed like never before 8 June 2006 13:13 GMT TweetSky is adding to its range of HD broadcasts by bringing the Ryder Cup to Sky Sports HD.
The Ryder Cup will be played from 22nd to the 24th September at the K Club in County Kildare, Ireland.
At the moment, Sky Sports HD offers Barclays... -
BBC and the other major channels launch HDTV trials
Only 450 TVs will receive the HDTV broadcasts in the test run 8 June 2006 12:53 GMT TweetAll the major UK broadcasters are testing HD broadcasts to terrestrial aerials starting this week, the BBC has announced.
BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and Five are sending out HD broadcasts to 450 HD set top boxes.
The trial will last 6 months,...
Acer CloudMobile Ice Cream Sandwich smartphone set for MWC launch 4.3-inch award winner
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New HTC Ice Cream Sandwich device pictures leak Another one for the rumour pile...
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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
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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