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Rock Band Track Pack: Classic Rock announced
20 new songs from the likes of The Who and The Police 24 March 2009 13:36 GMT
Harmonix has announced the Rock Band Track Pack: Classic Rock, a bundle of 20 more tracks to help you expand your Rock Band music library.

Developed in the US for the Xbox 360, PS3, PS2 and Wii, the Track Pack will be compatible with both Rock Band and Rock...
Canon updates Powershot SX1 IS firmware
Get RAW 24 March 2009 12:54 GMT
Canon has updated the firmware for its PowerShot SX1 IS camera.

Version 2.0.0.0 incorporates a RAW image recording function into the camera.

The firmware is available to download now from Canon's website and once you've installed it, you'll be able to capture...
Trek-Tech launches TrekPod Go! Pro
All-in-one tripod, monopod and hiking staff 23 March 2009 19:22 GMT
Trek-Tech has announced the TrekPod Go! Pro, a new multi-tool for photographers that acts as a monopod, tripod and even a hiking staff.

The new TrekPod weighs 800g and features Trek-Tech’s MagMount system, a quick-release mounting system which attaches a camera...
Mac mini Radio and Speaker System unveiled
With access to 10,000 stations 23 March 2009 18:05 GMT
This lovely looking concept from Sebastien Sauvage is a stackable Radio and Speaker System for the Mac mini.

Specs include internet radio, with access to around 10,000 stations worldwide, five USB ports for attaching other devices and a multi card reader.
iLane reads your email to you on the go
Connects to your BlackBerry to keep you up to date 23 March 2009 17:02 GMT
A new device has been developed by Intelligent Mechatronic Systems that will help you keep in touch with your email while you're on the go.

The iLane, designed for use in the car, will alert you when you receive a new email and even read it out to you as well...
Halo and Gears of War add-ons lead Xbox Live DLC line-up
Microsoft shows off exclusive content 23 March 2009 15:15 GMT
Microsoft has announced that exclusive add-ons for the Halo and Gears of War franchises will be headlining Xbox Live's DLC line-up for the spring.

On 31 March, the Snowblind map pack will give Gears of War 2 gamers the chance to explore four new winter-themed...
Need for Speed Shift detailed and dated
Hitting shelves 18 September 23 March 2009 14:33 GMT
EA has announced Need for Speed Shift, the latest instalment in the racing game series, will hit shelves in September.

Need for Speed Shift will feature some of the world's most iconic tracks, including Brands Hatch, and the largest number of high-performance...
Babelgum updates mobile video app and launches in US
For iPhone and iPod Touch users 23 March 2009 12:55 GMT
Independent web TV service Babelgum has released a new version of its mobile video application in the UK and Italy, and launched it for the first time across the pond in the US as well.

Babelgum mobile was first launched in December last year and saw success...
Mamiya launches 33-megapixel DL33
With a price tag of $20,000 23 March 2009 11:32 GMT
Mamiya has announced the next in its high-end range of digital cameras, the DL33.

The camera boasts 33 megapixels, a 3.5-inch high contrast touch screen and a sensor twice the size of full frame DSLR cameras, allowing for larger pixels for richer pictures.

The...
Jessops offers Nikon Coolpix S225 camera
10-megapixel snapper exclusive to Jessops stores 23 March 2009 11:05 GMT
Jessops has announced the availability of the Nikon Coolpix S225 compact camera, exclusive to its stores.

Boasting 10 megapixels, 3x optical zoom and a 2.5-inch TFT LCD screen, the S225 is described as ideal for those looking for a camera with "style and excellent...
Firebox now offers Flip Mino HD
"Smallest HD camcorder in the world" 23 March 2009 10:12 GMT
The Flip Mino HD camera, the latest in Flip's range of pocketable camcorders, is now available from Firebox.

Originally offered on pre-order with an estimated delivery date of April, the date has been brought forward so you'll be able to get your hands on what...
Weekly news roundup - 20/03/09
The top stories from the past 7 days 20 March 2009 19:17 GMT
Hackers, court battles, a diamond-encrusted vacuum and Apple's iPhone finally gets the features it should've had all along. All this and more in Pocket-lint's weekly news roundup.

NEWS: Psystar launches new Mac clone PC
"Smaller, Faster and Sexier"
Daily news roundup - 20/03/09
Got that Friday feeling? 20 March 2009 19:17 GMT
TomTom files a countersuit against Microsoft and Facebook users aren't happy with the new layout. Catch up on all today's top tech news with Pocket-lint's daily news roundup.

NEWS: Call of Duty: World at War Map Pack 1 available now
Night Fire, Knee Deep...
YouTube app comes to Windows Mobile and Nokia S60 phones
Gets some speed and quality improvements too 20 March 2009 19:16 GMT
Google has announced a new version of its YouTube application that will add compatibility for Windows Mobile and Symbian Series 60 phones.

As well as offering support for more devices, the update has also added in some speed and quality improvements.
Tissue box with hidden camera launches
Let your Kleenex keep an eye out when you can't 20 March 2009 17:52 GMT
Want to keep an eye on the kids when you're not in the room? Check up on the babysitter, the cleaner, or even your other half?

Whatever it is that's making you want to unleash your inner James Bond, this kitted-out tissue box has to be one of the last things...
Nintendo pushes app development for DSi
Wants both gaming and non-gaming content for DSiWare 20 March 2009 15:14 GMT
Rumours coming out of the top-secret Nintendo Developer's Conference held in London this week suggest Nintendo is shifting its focus for its DSi handheld to shorter applications, both of the gaming and non-gaming variety.

Such applications are already available...
Personal use of company laptops putting companies "at risk"
Workers consider equipment "their own" out of work hours 20 March 2009 14:33 GMT
Research carried out by Opinion Matters and Vodafone has found that people with work mobiles and laptops are potentially putting their companies at risk with personal use of the devices once 5.30pm comes around.

Sampling from over 1000 business people found...
Guitar Hero: Metallica demo launched on Xbox Live
Four songs to rock out to ahead of the game's release 20 March 2009 12:55 GMT
Rockers waiting to get their hands on Guitar Hero Metallica can get a sneak peek today, as a four song demo has been released on Xbox Live Marketplace.

Available for free download from today, the demo includes two Metallica favourites "Sad But True" and "Seek...
EA releases Fifa 09 Ultimate Team DLC
Make up your dream team and compete online 20 March 2009 11:39 GMT
EA has announced Fifa 09 Ultimate Team, a new downloadable game mode for Fifa 09.

Available for both PS3 and Xbox 360, Fifa 09 Ultimate Team will challenge gamers to develop a dream team made up of the most talented players in the world, and compete online against...
Tanita announces BC-1000 body composition monitor
Sends your stats wirelessly to your PC 20 March 2009 11:10 GMT
Tanita Corporation has announced the BC-1000 body composition monitor, the first device confirmed as compatible with the Garmin FR60 fitness watch announced in January.

Using the ANT+ wireless connection standard, the BC-1000 is able to send various statistics...
Safari hacked within seconds at Pwn2Own contest
IE8 and Firefox cracked soon after 19 March 2009 12:34 GMT
In just day one of the annual Pwn2Own hacking competition, IE8 and Firefox were cracked within a matter of hours, and Safari floored within seconds.

The champion of the day was a master's student from the University of Oldenburg, who made hacking all three browsers...
Hasbro Family Game Night launches on Xbox Live
Play old boardgame favourites on your Xbox 19 March 2009 11:57 GMT
EA has launched the Hasbro Family Game Night destination on Xbox Live Arcade, which will allow players to access digital versions of some of the most-loved family board games.

Fans will be able to play games such as Scrabble (available in the US and Canada only),...
Onkyo unveils 2009 line-up
AV receivers, home cinema packages and an iPod dock 19 March 2009 11:41 GMT
Onkyo has introduced its new line of receivers, home cinema packages and iPod-compatible accessories for 2009, promising improved performance, new features and value for money.

Leading the wave of new introductions are four new budget to midrange home cinema...
Google Earth unveils more GeoEye-1 satellite images
See the world in more detail from space 19 March 2009 10:44 GMT
Google Earth has unveiled some of the first images archived by the world's most advanced commercial imaging satellite, GeoEye-1, launched into orbit in September last year.

We got our first glimpse of what it could do in October, but it was in February that...
Sony launches RHT-G Series of TV stands
With integrated multi-channel surround sound 19 March 2009 10:08 GMT
Sony has launched its RHT-G Series of TV stands, boasting integrated multi-channel surround sound without visible speakers or cabling.

The two new models cater for a wide range of TV sizes. The RHT-G950 is designed for 40- to 46-inch TVs, while the RHT-G550...