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Official – 20GB PS3 to be discontinued in States
60GB model simply more popular, says Sony 12 April 2007 12:41 GMT TweetWe brought you news that several stores across America had decided to drop the 20G PS3, we now bring you the official word - Sony will discontinue the lower spec model in the US.
The official statement says, "At launch, we offered two separate... -
GPS now available for the HTC P3600
PDA and phone from HTC now with GPS capabilities 12 April 2007 12:30 GMT TweetFollowing its release in September last year, users of the HTC P3600 can now access GPS software.
A deal with TomTom means that HTC is able to use the company’s Navigator 6 software for maps and directions.
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MySpace blocks Photobucket
The social networking site throws its weight around again 12 April 2007 12:11 GMT TweetMySpace is further considering expanding its range of features it offers to users to prevent third parties cashing in on its phenomenon.
This week, MySpace blocked all video and slideshow content from Photobucket because it apparently broke... -
Logic3 launches portable iPod alarm
Alarm clock sets the music to your morning 12 April 2007 11:35 GMT TweetThere are several thousand iPod accessories on the market, and here's another to add to your collection. The i-Station IS10 for all your early morning rises.
Handily enough, the alarm clock iPod dock does seem to allow you to choose your... -
Sony to begin selling OLED TVs
Ultra-thin TVs to be launched by Sony 12 April 2007 11:15 GMT TweetThe company has talked about taking TVs a further step away from the traditional bulky sets for nearly five year. Sony has announced it is set to start selling the OLED TV format within the year.
Samsung, Toshiba and Cannon have toyed with... -
Faster file-sharing on the horizon
Matching identical data could speed downloads by 500% 12 April 2007 11:11 GMT TweetWe hailed broadband when it gave us faster download speeds. Now a trio of researchers have discovered a way to get files to your PC faster.
Current file sharing techniques rely on the number of people online at the time to share the file.... -
Orange secret Samsung release
Samsung to release the i600 on Orange 12 April 2007 11:11 GMT TweetIt was widely announced at the end of last year it would be available at the end of spring and now the Samsung i600 is coming to the UK. Orange is yet to make any official announcement, however it has been found on their website.
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Samsung launches new mobile WiMAX products
Three new wireless products from Samsung 12 April 2007 10:10 GMT TweetSamsung has taken the wireless generation a step further with its launch today of three new products in Korea connecting to WiBro.
First up, the SPH-M8100 is a PDA WiBro smartphone with wireless internet, voice and video call services through... -
Calling costs abroad set to be cut
EU are to vote on charges of mobile roaming 12 April 2007 10:00 GMT TweetAn international ring tone indicates the pounds rolling up on the recipients phone bill. However this could be coming to an end in Europe after a successful vote by a committee representing the policy.
European Commission proposals are advising... -
Apple considering subscription model for iTunes
Further rumours hinting Apple's move to subscription services 12 April 2007 9:40 GMT TweetRumours are escalating on the web that Apple is to offer a monthly subscription service that would offer users an "all you can eat" service to its iTunes store.
The move would pitch it up against Napsters' To Go service as well as Virgin... -
Flash memory vending machine at Gatwick
Gatwick airport to install first Flash memory vending machine 11 April 2007 16:45 GMT TweetTravelling used to require you stocking up on magazines, film for the camera and suntan lotion, however Kingston Technology is hoping you'll add memory cards to that list instead of film with the installation of a memory card vending machine at Gatwick...
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Orange opt for 2-year locked contract
Orange aims to slow handset replacement 11 April 2007 16:45 GMT TweetFirst there was pay-as-you-go, then mobile networks decided to beat competitors with extended extra-value 18-month contracts. Now, Orange has said that it is pushing customers towards a 24-month contractual obligation.
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TomTom Rider for bikers
Bikers get a talking to from new TomTom navigation 11 April 2007 15:55 GMT TweetIf you fancied biking across Europe but feared getting lost, TomTom has launched two new products especially for bikers.
With less worry of low-hanging bridges and narrow roads, bikers can enjoy the comfort of a new TomTom range with the... -
Orange introduces the SPV E650
New smartphone offers Wi-Fi, GPRS, email and more 11 April 2007 15:45 GMT TweetIf you're a mobile businessperson your workload is about to get that little bit lighter. Orange has announced its first Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.0-powered smartphone.
The SPV E650 comes in a compact design with the ability to connect with... -
Album artwork comeback with Digital Jewel Box
Digital downloads may have found a replacement sleeve cover 11 April 2007 15:15 GMT TweetAn ingenious design has cropped up all across the net from an individual who has combined WiFi with music and album artwork.
The Digital Jewel Box concept brings back artwork to albums and singles in the digital age. If you have missed pulling... -
3 opens up mobile internet
3 mobile network release £5 unlimited internet access for all 11 April 2007 15:00 GMT TweetMobile networks are sprinting to get ahead in the mobile internet market and 3 has opened the doors with a £5 flat-rate unlimited package.
As an extension to its X-Series, following the launch with the Nokia N73, 3 is releasing the service... -
Windows users urged up security
Microsoft patches urged to be downloaded for Windows 11 April 2007 13:15 GMT TweetFollowing further flaws in Microsoft’s security, Windows users are being urged to update and download the latest security patches to protect themselves.
In Microsoft's monthly security update five patches are strongly advised for installation,... -
Sony unveils USB music player
Light-weight digital audio player from Sony's E-series 11 April 2007 11:50 GMT TweetMusic players are getting smaller and appearing to be more user friendly. The new Sony DAP is easily mistakable for a standard USB key, however it comes with the same features of any digital audio player.
Sony's E-series come with OLED colour... -
Future toilet aids men and saves the seat
The Future Bathroom Company solve the toilet argument 11 April 2007 11:30 GMT TweetIt's time to forget the toilet arguments and end them with the Future Toilet. Touching a toilet seat is not the most pleasant of bathroom activities; men either leave the seat in its position or leave it raised to annoyance of women.
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iPhone can be installed on a Pocket PC
Blogger gets iPhone software before release 11 April 2007 11:10 GMT TweetLike most pieces of software they can become available on the web before the manufacturers can officially release it onto the market. This can be said for Apple's new iPhone.
A Polish blogger is claiming he is using the iPhone software on... -
Facebook opts for facelift
Growth surge brings new site design to Facebook 11 April 2007 11:10 GMT TweetFacebook, the social networking site that hopes to take the mantle from MySpace and Bebo has announced a bunch of new features to its site available from today.
Facebook has added new features to simplify individual profile navigation to... -
Zune rumours hit the treadmill
Further leaks on the next range of Zune 11 April 2007 10:30 GMT TweetZune rumours or news has been quiet for sometime recently, however filtering through the web are talks that a Microsoft employee has spilled the beans on the next Zune.
Even though it's not yet available in the UK, from the information available... -
MGM and United Artists join Apple iTunes store
More movies move online to Apple's iTunes Store 11 April 2007 10:00 GMT TweetYou may have noticed, and the official announcement is expected today, that MGM and United Artists have started appearing on Apple's iTunes Store.
Apple's move beyond music has now encapsulated some of the best movies of all time, listed... -
Belkin rids USB clutter with In-Desk Hubs
Belkin finds a modern day use for grommet holes 11 April 2007 9:40 GMT TweetThe USB answered our problems to CDs and floppy discs, and Belkin has now found the solution to the multitude of USB-controlled devices to plug into the PC.
Belkin's answer to crawling behind the back of a desk-top or rummaging through wires... -
AVerMedia bring TV to your PC
Digital and analogue tuners for PC TV viewers 10 April 2007 18:10 GMT TweetIf you've taken TV viewing to the next level and access everything through your PC then AVerMedia Technologies are probably going to solve any problems you have accessing Analogue or digital TV.
The AVerTV Hybrid USB is a hi-speed USB2 TV...
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
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Google home entertainment device detailed WSJ solves device mystery
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Tesla Model X SUV goes back to the future DeLorean lookalike announced
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