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  • Kenwood launches KH-C311 earphones

    Kenwood launches KH-C311 earphones

    In a myriad of colours (okay so three) 26 November 2008 15:03 GMT

    Kenwood has added to its audio line-up with the new KH-C311 earphones.

    They deliver a frequency response of 20-20,000Hz, a sound pressure level of 95dB/mW, and come with 9mm neodymium drivers.

    There's no word on price yet but Akihabara News is...

  • "Individual Broadband ownership" proposed

    "Individual Broadband ownership" proposed

    "A new model for the future of broadband deployment" 26 November 2008 14:41 GMT

    So with BT's million pound plans for a super-fast fibre broadband network possibly going on hold, and reports on the dire state of the offerings in this country, do we need something drastic?

    Well two American researchers have come up with a controversial ploy...

  • Woolworths to sell DVD ops to BBC Worldwide

    Woolworths to sell DVD ops to BBC Worldwide

    Retailer on brink of administration 26 November 2008 13:33 GMT

    It's already stopped selling CDs but now highstreet retailer Woolworths is about to make another drastic move to save itself.

    According to Media Week, it is going to sell its DVD publishing operation to BBC Worldwide.

    The retailer's shares have...

  • Teacher wins fight over pop-up porn

    Teacher wins fight over pop-up porn

    But loses professional credentials anyway 26 November 2008 13:12 GMT

    Charges have been dropped against a US teacher accused of looking at porn whilst in charge of a classroom of kids.

    In what has been a bizarre and controversial case, one Julie Amero was indicted on charges of endangering the morals of a minor, way back in 2004.

  • iCharge Eco harnesses the power of the sun

    iCharge Eco harnesses the power of the sun

    Charges all your devices and is eco friendly too 26 November 2008 12:50 GMT

    There's a whole host of chargers out there, but the iCharge eco is good for the environment too.

    It features a solar panel and charges everything from your PSP and Nintendo DS to your mobile phone.

    It delivers an output of DC5.0-5.5V/600mA and...

  • Nikon D3X rumours circling the web

    Nikon D3X rumours circling the web

    Is there going to be a pre-Christmas launch? 26 November 2008 12:11 GMT

    There has been an explosion of posts about a possible D3X DSLR model from Nikon this week.

    It all started in April when some bloggers found a reference in a D3 firmware update to a 6048 x 4032 24.4MP option, sparking rumours that a new camera was on the way.

  • Elecom unveils four USB hubs

    Elecom unveils four USB hubs

    The U2H-TC4B, U2H-TS4 S, U2H-TM4B and U2H-TR4B 26 November 2008 11:16 GMT

    They may have very long names, but the four new hubs from Elecom are really quite simple devices.

    They are all USB hubs that will let you plug in a multitude of USB powered/ connected devices to your computer.

    You can choose between the U2H-TC4B,...

  • Pioneer introduces Navgate all-in-one GPS device

    Pioneer introduces NavGate all-in-one GPS device

    "Integrated audio, video and navigation" 26 November 2008 10:59 GMT

    Pioneer has added a new GPS device to its collection promising "fully integrated audio, video and navigation in an all in one in-car entertainment solution".

    Heidi Johnson-Cash, general manager of marketing at Pioneer GB explains: "Our NavGate products remove...

  • iPhone ad banned by ASA

    iPhone ad banned by ASA

    Apple misleads over internet capabilities of phone 26 November 2008 10:28 GMT

    Apple has been given a telling-off by the Advertising Standards Agency.

    The ASA has banned an iPhone 3G ad which it claims was misleading over the speeds that the smartphone can connect to the internet and download content.

    The TV advert claims...

  • Daily news roundup - 25/11/08. Software, Online, Websites, Broadband, Phones, Mobile phones, Orange, Apple, Nokia, BBC, Biz, Home Cinema, iPlayer, YouTube, Facebook, Lawsuits, Gaming, Samsung, Televisions, Android, Google 0

    Daily news roundup - 25/11/08

    What's been top of the tech agenda today? 25 November 2008 18:21 GMT

    If you haven't had a chance to read all the news and reviews we've posted on the site today, here are the highlights.

    The top stories from the last 24 hours on the site are:

    NEWS
    Orange bundles home and mobile broadband
    Get the two...

  • Monkey hand warmer powered by USB

    Monkey hand warmer powered by USB

    Aping around 25 November 2008 17:24 GMT

    OK so this is a truly daft gadget but it's cold out there so bear with us.

    The Monkey USB Hand Warmer promises to keep your fingers nice and toasty while you work at your computer.

    All you have to do is plug it into the USB port and then the hand...

  • LinkedIn launches new search service

    LinkedIn launches new search service

    Refine search for other members 25 November 2008 17:15 GMT

    The business orientated social networking website, LinkedIn, has rehauled its search options.

    The team is now making it easier for members to find each other with a new search engine.

    This allows members to refine their searches using more than...

  • WeFi delivers 10 million Wi-Fi access points

    WeFi delivers 10 million Wi-Fi access points

    Also hits 1 million users worldwide in 215 countries 25 November 2008 17:04 GMT

    WeFi has hit a landmark and passed 10 million recognised Wi-Fi access points.

    The company, which claims to have provided the world's first open, community-based global Wi-Fi network, has also announced that it now has more than one million users in 215 countries....

  • Report reveals abominable state of British broadband

    Report reveals abominable state of British broadband

    42.3% of connections slower than 2Mbps 25 November 2008 16:39 GMT

    The Office of National Statistics has shamed broadband service providers with its latest report.

    According to its survey, a whopping 42.3% of broadband connections are slower than 2Mbps.

    This is despite Ofcom claiming last year that, "the average...

  • Data losses could result in fines

    Data losses could result in fines

    Yes even for Government departments 25 November 2008 16:12 GMT

    Millions of pounds worth of fines could be dolled out to companies who lose confidential data.

    The Information Commissioner has been given new powers to punish companies or indeed government departments who, "deliberately or recklessly" lose personal information.

  • Juror dismissed for asking Facebookers for a verdict

    Juror dismissed for asking Facebookers for a verdict

    Woman posted details of case online 25 November 2008 15:18 GMT

    A woman who used Facebook to round up her friends' opinions on a case she was juror for has been dismissed.

    The woman, who has not been named, posted details of the child abduction and sex assault case to try and get help in making a decision on whether the...

  • Geneva Lab delivers new home theatre experience

    Geneva Lab delivers new home theatre experience

    Only a mere $3,999 25 November 2008 15:03 GMT

    This has got to be one of the sleekest home cinema units out there.

    The GenevaSound Home Theatre is a wonder of piano black lacquer and top tech.

    It combines a 2.1 surround sound with Embracing Sound DSP technology, an all-digital 700-Watt amplifier,...

  • Google to cut contract employees

    Google to cut contract employees

    But no plans to lay off full time employees 25 November 2008 14:41 GMT

    The Wall Street Journal is reporting that Google is planning on making some job cut backs.

    Those facing the axe are contract employees but the company added that it is not planning on cutting any full time staff.

    "We have been thinking for some...

  • HydroChromotherapy from the Hidrocom shower

    HydroChromotherapy from the Hidrocom shower

    Combines water, sound, light and colour 25 November 2008 14:26 GMT

    Ramon Soler has come up with a shower that will make you feel better no matter how cold and miserable it is outside.

    The Hidrocom shower uses HydroChromotherapy, which combines water, sound, light and colour.

    There are three programmes, which you...

  • Paragon releases Hard Disk Manager 2009 suite

    Paragon releases Hard Disk Manager 2009 suite

    Everything you need to get your files safe 25 November 2008 12:52 GMT

    A new software suite designed to maintain and manage the data on your PC hard drive has been launched by Paragon.

    The Hard Disk Manager 2009 Suite includes partitioning, backup, cloning, defrag, hard drive disposal, system management and system recovery tools.

  • Waterfall Audio's Niagara speakers make a splash

    Waterfall Audio's Niagara speakers make a splash

    $53,000 per pair 25 November 2008 11:56 GMT

    If you are so flush with cash that you can spend money like water, check out the Niagara loudspeaker from Waterfall Audio.

    This speaker case is designed in diamond glass, with some of the internal parts hand-stitched with Nappa leather while others are machined...

  • Compulsive gamers are not "addicts"

    Compulsive gamers are not "addicts"

    Social rather than a psychological problem 25 November 2008 11:36 GMT

    The founder and head of the first and only clinic in Europe to treat gaming addicts is claiming that 90% of those who seek treatment aren't, in fact, addicts.

    Keith Bakker claims that compulsive gaming is a social rather than a psychological problem.

  • Swann launches PenCam video camera and recorder

    Swann launches PenCam video camera and recorder

    Go covert 25 November 2008 11:06 GMT

    Security pros Swann have launched a new pen, which has hidden abilities, perfect for the wannabe James Bond.

    The PenCam DVR is claimed to be ideal for undercover surveillance and discreet surveillance as it conceals a colour video camera and microphone.

  • Beatles iTunes negotiations "have stalled"

    Beatles iTunes negotiations "have stalled"

    "Couple of sticking points" 25 November 2008 10:37 GMT

    Beatles fans are going to be waiting a while longer to get their favourite songs from iTunes.

    Sir Paul McCartney has admitted that negotiations have currently "stalled" between EMI - the band's former record label - and Apple.

    But Sir Paul added...

  • Samsung suffering in economic slowdown

    Samsung suffering in economic slowdown

    Actual market growth for phones could be lower than forecast 25 November 2008 10:06 GMT

    Samsung is warning that the growth of the mobile phone market is going to be slow this year and next.

    "The actual global market growth on a unit basis could come short of our initial forecast for 9% growth (in 2008)", James Chung, a spokesman for Samsung, told...

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