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Entelligence: A Google Phone could be the death of Android

2009-12-16T15:49:00.000+07:00

Without a doubt, the big buzz since the weekend has been over the "Google Phone," an HTC-built device called the Nexus One handed out to Google employees last week in what Google describes as a "mobile lab." Confirmed to be running Android 2.1, the Nexus One has once again raised the idea of Google selling unlocked devices directly to consumers. (Google has been selling unlocked HTC Android

Optimizing HDTV

2009-12-10T12:35:00.000+07:00

You've bought the HDTV. You've set it up, plugged everything into it. Maybe you've even calibrated it for the best possible picture. (If you need advice on handling those chores, see "How to Install Your HDTV" and "Calibrate My HDTV".) But you're not done yet: Fiddling with a few more settings can further complement your viewing experience. Here are five settings that you may want to change on

[Free] Antivirus and Antispyware

2009-12-10T10:50:00.000+07:00

The Internet is full of brilliant ideas, marvelous software…and danger. You absolutely must use antivirus and antispyware protection if you connect to the Internet. Even if your computer is locked in a WiFi-proof Faraday cage with no connection to the outside world, threats like the Conficker worm can slip in via removable drives. Going without security software is simply not an option. But what

Telegraph launches free Apple iPhone app

2009-12-07T13:30:00.001+07:00

The Telegraph has launched a new and improved version of its news application to help Apple iPhone users keep up with the latest headlines on the go. The Telegraph app is available free of charge, unlike some other news applications. The application – a small piece of software installed on a mobile device – automatically pulls in the latest news headlines and weather forecasts from the

Solar-powered plane makes successful first flight

2009-12-06T19:29:00.001+07:00

Bertrand Piccard, the Swiss adventurer who designed the Solar Impulse, said he hoped one day to fly nonstop around the world in the giant aeroplane. The short, low altitude flight at a Swiss airfield on Thursday proved the prototype can fly, said Mr Piccard, who was the pilot of the first hot-air balloon to fly nonstop around the world. Several aircraft have flown with pilots using solar power

Windows Live: Couldn't Install Programs

2009-12-03T18:58:00.001+07:00

Trying to install Windows Live Messenger and get: Couldn't install programs message just like above? This is how to fix it: Remove all older versions of Windows Live Services (if you have previously installed or attempted to install any Windows Live Services). Clear the entries your computer by following the steps below. Click Start, click Run, type appwiz.cpl and then click OK. In the list

Most Rugged Handsets: Tough Cell Phone

2009-12-02T11:05:00.001+07:00

There are quite a few phones built for people who work in extreme environments, love adventure sports, or are just plain clumsy. Nextel and Motorola have long had a hold on the rugged market, with handsets like the Motorola Clutch i465. Verizon offers two rugged handsets: the Motorola Barrage and the Samsung Convoy. Multimedia performance and 3G data speeds on both phones weren't the best, but

Assassin’s Creed II video game review

2009-12-01T23:54:00.000+07:00

Format: Xbox 360 (tested), PS3 and PC Developer: Ubisoft Montreal Publisher: Ubisoft Released: Out now Score: 8/10 Image via Wikipedia The first few hours spent with Ezio Auditore da Firenze will be measured ones. Far from landing in Renaissance Italy as a deadly assassin from the outset, you find yourself transported into the body of the newborn Ezio, tapping buttons to wriggle his

How to Install HDTV

2009-12-01T06:30:00.000+07:00

Bringing home your shiny new HDTV is just the beginning of your home theater adventure. But don't settle, as many HDTV buyers do, for just plugging your new set into your existing setup. The next steps you need to take after bringing your HDTV home are crucial to both your enjoyment of the set and getting the most out of your investment. The first step you'll take is deciding where to place

Computer won't boot, needs a re-install

2009-11-30T01:02:00.000+07:00

The problem: Turning on the computer results in a message that states Windows can't boot because something is missing (a boot loader, an important file, etc.) or something is wrong. There are many variations on this message, but they all say basically the same thing: You will not be getting into Windows. Quick-fix triage: Load the original XP, Vista, or Windows 7 (Really? Broken already?) CD or

ChristmasLighting Wine Bottle

2009-11-29T23:56:00.000+07:00

Two things that always seem to be in surplus around the holidays are empty wine bottles and strands of Christmas lights. Turn the two into a novel lamp with this simple hack. You'll need a wine bottle, a short strand of Christmas lights—they used a 50 bulb strand for the bottle pictured above—and some basic shop tools like a a drill with a glass drill bit, masking tape, and safety

Thought it's time for something Else - meet the First ELSE to come

2009-11-26T10:10:00.000+07:00

Today Emblaze Mobile announced their new smartphone running on the relatively unknown Access Linux Platform (ALP). Developed from scratch in close cooperation with OS developers, the First ELSE have taken them two years to develop but the end result has turned out quite attractive. Powered by the TI OMAP 3430 platform the First Else will share the same CPU and graphics accelerator with devices

How to Install Chrome OS From A USB Drive

2009-11-26T00:52:00.000+07:00

Image via CrunchBase Have you already tried Chrome OS using a virtual machine, and were less than impressed? Well now you can get a feel for how Google's Web-centric operating system will run natively on your machine. The folks over at Engadget were able to boot Chromium OS -- the open source version of what will become Chrome OS -- off of a USB stick on a Dell Vostro A90 netbook. The USB

A Laptop That Makes Sweet Beats

2009-11-25T22:40:00.000+07:00

Computers are to music today what a hi-fi stereo system was in the '70s and '80s, but you never would have dreamed of keeping your entire music collection inside a device that's smaller than a turntable. But the downside is that most consumer-friendly computers are designed to crunch data, not re-create music.Read full article: A Laptop That Makes Sweet Beats

Nokia to release x6 this friday - The Inquirer

2009-11-25T17:07:00.000+07:00

The firm said that on release the handset, which boasts the firm's Comes with Music service, will be sold exclusively through Phones4U, and will also be available at Orange with mobile tariffs ranging from £25 per month - if you trade in an old N-series handset - to £35 per month. If you really can't wait for your current mobile contract to run out, you alternatively will be able to pay £449 for

Productivity - iPhone Starter Kit - Download.com - Download.com

2009-11-25T00:18:00.000+07:00

If you've recently purchased an iPhone or plan to give one as a gift, check out our starter kit, with apps for everything from productivity to social networking, and more.Productivity - iPhone Starter Kit - Download.com - Download.com

Advanced Antivirus - PC World

2009-11-25T00:16:00.000+07:00

Hackers have shown that they can plant their malware even on mainstream sites--proving that you need antivirus protection now more than ever. We lab-tested eleven top security programs to find the best guardians for your PC.Advanced Antivirus - PC World

Sony Ericsson already working on second version of Xperia Pureness, possibly Xperia Pureness 2?

2009-11-25T00:14:00.002+07:00

Electric Pig is reporting that Sony Ericsson's already working on a followup to the Xperia Pureness. The designer of the original handset, Daniel Mauritzson, says that the second version of the Pureness will pack even fewer "features" than its predecessor, to hone in even further on the contrast between the handset and available smartphones. There's also been some murmuring of removing the

Opera 10.10 Released!

2009-11-24T12:24:00.000+07:00

Windows/Mac/Linux: Opera's out with a 10.10 final release, and this one includes the Opera Unite personal media server. A few other features, like built-in BitTorrent, make Opera 10.10 worth a look. Unite is an intriguing step forward for Opera, bringing an entirely new sub-set of powers to a platform that's already known for its built-in email client and FTP package. While some may

Speed Up Everything

2009-11-24T11:57:00.001+07:00

Is your PC dragging? Does your broadband network creep along at dial-up speeds? Do Web pages take forever to load on your smartphone? Don't wait! These fixes will get you back into the fast lane.Has your PC lost its pep? How about your network connection, your printer, or even your phone? Here's our guide to giving your gear new life. Follow our tips, and you can fire up your system and your

Facebook, Twitter crooks just a click away - CNN.com

2009-11-23T23:38:00.000+07:00

(CNN) -- If you're on Facebook, Twitter or any other social networking site, you could be the next victim. Experts say cybercrooks are lurking just a mouse click away on popular social networking sites. That's because more cyberthieves are targeting increasingly popular social networking sites that provide a gold mine of personal information, according to the FBI. Since 2006, nearly 3,200 account

EyeDefender lets you avoid eyestrain and puts the sparkle back in your eyes

2009-11-23T23:34:00.000+07:00

EyeDefender is a freeware rest reminder designed to prevent Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) resulting from working on a computer for hours. CVS symptoms include eyestrain, blurred vision, delayed focusing, headaches, back and neck aches, dry and burning eyes, light sensitivity, distorted color vision, forehead heaviness, and sore eyes. CVS is impossible to get rid of but you can reduce and even

How smoking can ruin your Mac

2009-11-23T23:20:00.000+07:00

I have nothing against smoking, save for the difficult odor that emanates from every part, breath, and piece of clothing belonging to a smoker. I could no more live with a smoker than I could live with a third ear perched off the end of my nose. However, I am embalmed in a curious sympathy after reading a report from The Consumerist concerning two Mac users whose AppleCare warranties appear to

How to Open an MS-DOS Windows

2009-11-23T11:00:00.001+07:00

To issue the following commands, it is necessary to open a command prompt (an MS-DOS window). The procedure for this is the same for all versions of Windows. Click the START button Choose the RUN option Type “command” if you are using Windows 95/98 or “cmd” for all other versions of Windows and press Enter or click OK. A window similar to the following one will appear

Sony VAIO X Series Netbook

2009-11-23T10:38:00.001+07:00

Sleek, sexy, and slim, the Sony VAIO X Series is the perfect netbook for the stylish, executive jet-setter. While this machine is smaller than most netbooks and measures just 0.55 inch thick, it packs a bit more gusto--and, starting at $1299 (our unit sells for $1499, as of 11/10/09), it carries an over-the-top price tag that screams, "CEO only!" I quickly fell for the golden,