Amber Maitland News Archive 
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Tiscali suspends Juke Box, its legal P2P site
IFPI rules that site breached its agreement with the recording industry 8 June 2006 12:25 GMT TweetTiscali has suspended its Juke Box music sharing site after being told to remove the "search by artist" function.
The International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) said the service breached the agreement under which Juke Box... -
TiVo to broadcast internet video
New service lets users tap into web video through their TV 8 June 2006 11:49 GMT TweetTiVo is launching a new service to broadcast broadband video directly to TV in the US.
TiVoCast will let viewers watch video from the Internet directly on the television sets instead of only on their computer screen.
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Linksys to offer personal web hosting server for consumers
Linksys plans to launch a home personal server later in the year 8 June 2006 11:24 GMT TweetLinksys plans to launch a home personal server later in the year
Pocket-lint has learnt.
The new USB external hard drive networking device will allow users to
access any content they have stored on the device anywhere in the world... -
Yahoo debuts beta version of new Yahoo Photos
Redesigned site features improved photo management 8 June 2006 11:06 GMT TweetYahoo is expected to roll out a limited beta of their redesigned and upgraded photo site on Thursday.
Improvements over the older Yahoo Photos site include the ability to upload high-resolution images, tag photos with keywords, and add comments... -
ZoneAlarm 6.5 available to secure your PC
New features promise to protect against identity theft 7 June 2006 17:05 GMT TweetCheck Point is launching the latest version of its security software, ZoneAlarm 6.5, with special summer promotional pricing.
The full ZoneAlarm Internet Security Suite 6.5 includes protection from various security threats, including viruses,... -
AOL jumps on the security software bandwagon with Total Care
Report suggests AOL is developing its own security software solution 7 June 2006 16:14 GMT TweetAfter Microsoft announced its OneCare security software last week, Symantec and McAfee both issued statements about their upcoming security products.
According to a report by Cnet.com, AOL is not about to be outdone and will issue a solution... -
Superman spices up Alienware PCs
Special edition notebook and desktop are only available in limited numbers 7 June 2006 15:45 GMT TweetAlienware has issued two special edition Superman PCs: the Area-51 Superman Edition Desktop and the Area-51 Superman Returns Edition Notebook.
The Notebook is limited to just 350, while 250 of the Desktops are up for grabs.
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DRM causing difficulties for libraries
The British Library's Chief Executive urges policymakers to take action 7 June 2006 15:09 GMT TweetThe British Library's Chief Executive, Lynne Brindley, is warning that DRM systems are creating unintended consequences that affect how digital material can be stored and disseminated by libraries, which have traditionally been protected by special exceptions...
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Formula 1 carbon mouse mat for racing fans
This must be the world's most expensive mouse pad 7 June 2006 14:42 GMT TweetFor the man who's got it all, we present: the Formula 1 carbon mouse mat.
This is apparently a hand-made mouse pad created by the technicians who make Formula One monocoques (we think they mean the body of the racing cars) and was designed... -
Survey shows HD TVs are the latest status symbol
ViewSonic poll gives insight into British views on home entertainment technology 7 June 2006 12:47 GMT TweetAccording to a survey by Viewsonic, TVs are as much a status symbol as luxury designer goods are, and are the number 1 must-have technology.
Over 2300 consumers in the UK, over 1600 in France, and over 1000 in Germany were interviewed for the... -
BPI to sue Allofmp3.com and calls for Apple to open iTunes
BPI goes after the Russian download site 7 June 2006 12:00 GMT TweetThe British record industry's trade association, the BPI, made a presentation outlining its future plans and vision, which include suing Allofmp3.com, to MPs yesterday.
General counsel Roz Groome told the House of Commons Select Committee for... -
Google Video Player now made for Mac
Player lets users download video content from Google's video store 7 June 2006 11:24 GMT TweetIt's been a busy week for Google products. Not only was a trial version of Google Spreadsheets released, but the Mac version of Google Video Player is now online and ready for download.
The Mac Google Video Player is a Universal binary, so... -
BBC and ITV rumoured to trial TV on mobiles
Reports suggest the service will be available at the end of the year 7 June 2006 10:56 GMT TweetThe industry is rife with rumours this morning that ITV and the BBC are planning to beam television programming straight to mobile phones.
The 6-month trial will be implemented in conjunction with Samsung and LG, according to some reports,... -
ChargeBox the answer to dead batteries when you're on-the-go
The kiosks will be unveiled across the UK this month 6 June 2006 18:06 GMT TweetIf you've ever been stuck somewhere with a dead battery and no way of charging it, never fear; help is at hand.
BoxBrands has come up with the brilliant solution: the ChargeBox.
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Philips' foray into Blu-ray
TripleWriter lets you burn Blu-ray discs, DVD-ROM, and CD-ROM 6 June 2006 17:40 GMT TweetPhilips has showcased its latest Blu-ray device, which will be available from August.
The TripleWriter all-in-one PC Writer integrates CD, DVD, and Blu-ray reading and writing capabilities in one device. It features a 2x read and write speed... -
Carphone Warehouse struggles under volume of free broadband customers
Company pushes back the estimated connection date for those that signed up in April until August 6 June 2006 17:13 GMT TweetCarphone Warehouse is telling customers who have signed up for free TalkTalk broadband service to expect long delays before the service is installed.
About 340,000 people have signed up so far for the service since its launch in April, but... -
HP issues firmware to prevent Photosmart R707 from overheating
Non-rechargeable batteries can overheat to dangerous levels 6 June 2006 16:46 GMT TweetHP has issued a firmware update for over 675,000 of its Photosmart R707 cameras world-wide because of safety concerns over its batteries.
Some non-rechargeable batteries can overheat when the camera is connected to an AC adapter or docking... -
Apple releases the 5th generation U2 iPod
Some question why the U2 iPod isn't part of the Red campaign 6 June 2006 16:26 GMT TweetApple has launched the iPod U2 Special Edition, which looks remarkably like the previous U2 iPod, but sports all the upgrades of the 5th generation iPods.
The 30GB device has a red apple ClickWheel and a black body, and features the autographs... -
HP launches nx6325 Notebook and 3-in-1 NAS Docking Station
New products facilitate sharing across a network 6 June 2006 15:31 GMT TweetHP introduced two new products designed for businesmen and women: the HP 3-in-1 NAS Docking Station, and the HP Compaq nx6325 Notebook PC.
The Docking Station features Network Attached Storage for data backup and recovery, plus file and device... -
NEC's test of HSDPA runs successfully
Real-time implementation shows that HSDPA acheive high-speeds in a busy Node B 6 June 2006 14:40 GMT TweetThe first live implementation of High Speed Downlink Data Packet Access (HSDPA) has been successfully run in a busy Node B in central Reading.
NEC and its 3G partner, Siemens Communication, ran the test for two months, and have seen speeds... -
Nokia 6234 available exclusively from Vodafone
New mobile fully compatible with the Vodafone live! service 6 June 2006 13:10 GMT TweetVodafone UK has nabbed the exclusive right to sell the new Nokia 6234 in its British stores.
The handset features a 2MP camera with an 8x digital zoom, QVGA colour screen, digital music player, and stereo speakers.
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Nokia survey finds mobile phones may replace cameras and MP3 players
Many respondants use their mobile as their primary camera 6 June 2006 12:40 GMT TweetA recent study by Nokia finds, perhaps unsurprisingly, that people want and, indeed, expect more from their mobile phones than just phone calls.
According to the survey, 44% use their mobile as their primary camera, and 72% say that their... -
The Cyberphone W Mac lets Mac users plug in to Skype
And it's white, so it'll match your iPod 6 June 2006 11:49 GMT TweetMac users, don't despair: Skypestyle.com has come to your rescue with the Cyberphone W Mac, the first Apple-compatible deskphone.
The device looks like a normal telephone handset, but plugs into a USB port. It features an LED that illuminates... -
Five to launch Five US and Five life
Two channels expected to hit the air this autumn 6 June 2006 11:34 GMT TweetFive is launching two new channels to go across all digital platforms.
The channels, Five US and Five life, will go on air this Autumn.
Five US will provide drama, comedy, films, sports and youth programming from America, whereas... -
Sony to include PS2 chipset in PS3 consoles
Incorporating the PS2 hardware will be costly 6 June 2006 11:08 GMT TweetJapanese technology magazine Ultra One is suggesting that Sony is going to achieve backward compatibility with the PS2 in the PS3 through hardware, not emulation.
Sony will include the PS2 chipset in each PS3 in a move that likely means that...
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