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Delta state Post-Utme

2012-05-29T03:47:00.002-07:00

DELSU POST UME INFO.
The University in the "Big Heart",
Delta State University, DELSU
Abraka wishes to inform all her
2012/2013 prospective students
across the country that the
procedures for application for
her post UTME is out.
Who is eligible to apply?
The university invite all students
who made them either their first
or second choice in the 2012
UTME and score a minimum of
180 in the exam.
How & Where can I buy the
registration forms?
The form is by means of virtual
pins generated from the
university online portal at,
www.delsuonline.com at the cost
of N2,000 (Two thousand naira
only) payable to any of the listed
participating banks:
UBA, UNITY BANK, ECO BANK
AND ZENITH BANK (within Delta
State).
How can I generate the virtual
pin?
1. Log on to
www.delsuonline.com
2. Click on Online
Application>>Start>>post
UTME or Direct Entry(as the
case may be).
3. Fill in the required information
in the form displayed.
4. Submit completed forms, and
generate pin. Print your copy
out.
5. Take the print out to any of
the banks listed above for
payment.
Other relevant information
(a) Candidates should, with the
pin for payment access and
complete the Delta State
University, Abraka, 2011 POST
UTME Screening form online
www.delsuonline.com with
their recent coloured passport
size photograph scanned to the
JPEG format and not more than
20kb in size.
(b) Candidates are advised to use
virtual pin immediately after
payment. As the pin will be
invalid after six (6) hours of
generation.
(c) Candidates are advised to
read the instructions on the
front page of the website before
completing the form.
(d) Candidates must confirm the
JAMB registration number at the
point of application, as there will
be no result for wrong JAMB
registration numbers. The
University will not be held
responsible for wrong JAMB
registration number entered by
applicant at the point of
application.
(e) Candidates are required to
come to the screening venue
with the following:
i) A copy of the Print-out of
completed on-line confirmation
of application.
ii) Original JAMB (UTME) Result
Slip, Click here to get it.
iii) Two recent passport-size
colour photographs with the full
names of candidates and
signature on the reversed side of
the photograph.
iv) Four Figure table (where
applicable)
v) Biro, 2B or 4B Pencil and
Eraser
Please note that
Online Application will start on
May 28, 2012
.
What are the dates and
venues for my faculty
Day 1: Faculty of Arts &
Education.
Date: 21st June, 2012. Venue:
Abraka sites 1, 11 and 111.
Day: Faculty of Medicine,
Pharmacy, Medical Sciences, and
Science Education.
Date: 22nd June, 2012. Venue:
Abraka sites 1, 11 and 111.
Engineering: Oleh Campus;
Agric: Asaba Campus;
Day 3: Faculty of Social sciences,
Management Sciences, and Mgt
Education.
Date: 23rd June, 2012.
Venues:
Social Sciences, Abraka sites 1,
11 and 111.
Social Science Edu, & Mgt
Sciences, Asaba Campus.
Day 4: Direct Entry: Date: 25th
June, 2012.
Venues:
Agriculture: Abraka sites 1, 11
and 111.
Arts: Abraka sites 1, 11 and 111.
Education: Abraka sites 1, 11 and
111.
Science Education: Abraka sites
1, 11 and 111.
Social Sciences: Oleh Campus.
Sciences: Asaba Campus.
Law & Management Sciences:
Oleh Campus.
Engineering: Abraka sites 1, 11
and 111.
Medicine, Pharmacy, Medical
Sciences: Abraka
Note: Candidates are to be
screened according to the
choices of courses they choose
(Close to what you wrote in your
JAMB).

University Of Uyo (UNIUYO) post-utme 2012/2013

2012-05-29T03:44:00.002-07:00

Admission through UTME (Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination)
1. Minimum of Credit passes in Five (5) subjects including English Language at the SSCE, GCE O’Level and any other equivalent examinations.
2. UTME score of at least 180 and above.
3. Post-UTME screening score of not less than 180
4. In addition to the above, candidates must make University of Uyo 1st or 2nd choice to qualify to write the Post-UTME Screening Test.
5. Candidates who score less than 180 at the Post-UTME screening test are not eligible for admission into any programme in UNIUYO irrespective of any higher scores obtained at the UTME.
6. For final selection into programmes, the candidate’s average scores from the UTME and Post-UTME screening Tests are used.

Admission through Direct Entry

Minimum of credit passes in five (5) subjects including English Language at SSCE, GCE O’Level or equivalent qualification.
Either an HSC, OND or NCE in the relevant programme to be undertaken in UNIUYO.
An acceptable score is prescribed for admission at the Direct Entry Screening Exercise.
Final selection is a combination of candidate’s certificates and the direct entry screening result.

University of Benin (UNIBEN) Post-Utme 2012/2013

2012-05-29T03:30:00.000-07:00

The University of Benin (UNIBEN)
Post – UTME Screening Exercise
for 2012/2013 academic session
has been announced and will
take place between Friday, 15th
June, 2012 and Saturday, 16th
June, 2012 in designated centers
within Ugbowo Campus the university.
Although the university is yet to
inform us of the registration
details in terms of cost, place to
purchase the registration access
(if any), etc. We hope to update
you as soon as more information
hits our desk.
All candidates are expected to
be seated,
one hour before the stipulated
time for the screening exercise.
Note that Only the candidates
who chose UNIBEN as First
Choice, second choice and scored 200 and
above in the recent concluded UTME exam are eligible
to participate in the Screening
Exercise visit www.uniben.edu. for more detail

OAU Post-UTME Registration....

2012-05-13T11:26:00.000-07:00

All rumors surrounding the 26th
May, 2012 date for the OAU
post-UTME screening exam has
finally been confirmed as the
school releases a formal memo to confirm the date.
All candidates who chose Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife as University of First and/or Second choice and who scored 200 and above in the UTME are eligible to participate in the screening exercise. Candidates are required to upload their digital passport photographs on-line.
According to the memo the exam will
hold on Saturday, MAY 26, 2012
at exactly 2.00pm, while
candidates are expected to be
seated by 12pm sharp .The registration
for the exam is online(visit a very good cyber-cafe if you don't
understand the terms)..
Please,make sure that you register in a good cafe to avoid unnecessary error if you wish to do it yourself click Here
you can also purchase your scratch card from the following places.

MAINSTREET BANK (NIG) LTD – ILE-IFE
ECOBANK PLC - ILE-IFE, IBADAN, LAGOS (IKEJA ALAUSA)
FIRST BANK PLC – ILE-IFE, IBADAN, LAGOS (OPEBI & ALLEN AVENUE)
OAU MICROFINANCE BANK - ILE-IFE
OLOFIN MICROFINANCE BANK – ILE-IFE
SKYE BANK PLC – ILE-IFE, OSOGBO, IBADAN, LAGOS (ALLEN AVENUE)
STANBIC/IBTC PLC – ILE-IFE
UBA PLC – ILE-IFE, IBADAN
ZENITH BANK PLC - ILE-IFE, IBADAN, ABEOKUTA, OSOGBO, ILORIN KADUNA, ABUJA, LAGOS (ALLEN AVENUE & VICTORIA ISLAND)
FINBANK PLC – ONDO, AKURE, ADO-EKITI, IFAKI-EKITI
WEMA BANK PLC - ILE-IFE.

Access to the University website for normal registration for the Screening Exercise will remain open up till 12.00 midnight on Thursday, May 24, 2012.

Tip on how to stop your data plan from expiring the second day....

2012-04-24T04:12:00.000-07:00

Am Very Happy to Have Gotten a Simple trick Like this on this our stubborn naija Network..=>MTN

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Change the date of ur phone to 2 days ahead of the real day..for example today is 23-04-2012 change the date to 25-04-2012 and change your time to 11:59am or 23:59 ... Then load the card and start and subscribe to the 10MB By sending 104 to 131 or dial *123*4*1*1# you'll be given your 10mb Asap! And your money will be taken...
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YOU CAN ALSO DO IT FOR OTHER DATA PLANS BT MAKE SURE YOU CHANGE THE DATE TO 2DAYS AHEAD THE DAY THE PLAN SHOULD EXPIRE...

NA SIMPLE DATE MAKE MTN FALL LIKE THIS??? Drop your comment

Get 10mb free on your Airtel network...

2012-04-23T08:32:00.000-07:00

Another one from airtel, just dial *141*13*1# immediately you will be credited with 10mb for free!!!!
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Free browsing for Glo Users.....

2012-04-23T08:23:00.001-07:00

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Gettin familar with PlayStation4

2012-04-22T12:02:00.001-07:00

As you can see, Sony has unveiled a new look for it's latest Playstation, ditching the shiny black veneer of the previous model and opting for a more neutral grey/white color. This new look is quite stunning to be honest - it retains the style and sleekness of the PS3 design and still looks incredibly high tech, but the lighter shade is sure to attract some more casual gamers, a demographic that Sony will sorely need to cater to in order to succeed, as has been witnessed by the Playstation 3's current situation as the least successful video game console on the market, way behind the Nintendo Wii and Xbox 360. Clearly Sony has learned their lesson that they will need to chase a more mainstream, casual audience with their new Playstation 4.

Jamb result is out

2012-03-31T07:20:00.000-07:00

Due to the congestion on Jamb site yesterday some people were unable to access their result. you can check your jamb result now by clicking on the link below www.jamb.org.ng/Unifiedtme/ ...........Goodluck..... For retrieval of registration number click on this link registration number retrieval

check-out the new Turbo e-bike is too fast and furious for the western world (video)

2012-03-31T06:58:00.000-07:00

While not quite the fastest commercially available e-bike in the world as some have suggested (as far as we can tell, that claim belongs to a DIY kit out of Taiwan by a company called Cyclone), the Specialized Turbo is still a speedy little beast. In fact, it's fast enough to find itself on the wrong side of the law both here in the US and across most of Europe. The 250 W rear hub motor is powerful enough to get this guy up to about 28 MPH, or 8 MPH over the legal limit here in America. It's the other features, though, that make this guy particularly interesting. The frame has integrated LED head and tail lights, regenerative breaking and the 342 Wh battery can be juiced in just two hours from an outlet. There's even a backlit display that lets you monitor charge and assistance level, as well as standard bike computer stats like speed, distance and time. Oh, and it even supports ANT+ for wirelessly connecting with your existing accessories. The Specialized Turbo is expected to land in some European nations in May for €5,499. Check out the video after the break to see it in action.

Nokia Codes and their functions

2012-02-29T03:30:00.000-08:00

Nokia Code function

*3370# This Nokia code activates Enhanced Full Rate Codec (EFR) - Your Nokia cell phone uses the best sound quality but talk time is reduced my approx. 5%
#3370# Deactivate Enhanced Full Rate Codec (EFR) .
*#4720# Activate Half Rate Codec - Your phone uses a lower quality sound but you should gain approx 30% more Talk Time.
*#4720# With this Nokia code you can deactivate the Half Rate Codec.
*#0000# Displays your phones software version, 1st Line : Software Version, 2nd Line : Software Release Date, 3rd Line : Compression Type .
*#9999# Phones software version if *#0000# does not work.
*#06# For checking the International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI Number) .
#pw+1234567890+1# Provider Lock Status. (use the "*" button to obtain the "p,w" and "+" symbols).

Nokia Sim-Lock Checks

2012-02-28T11:30:00.000-08:00

#PW+1234567890+1# = GIVES PROVIDER-LOCK STATUS

#PW+1234567890+2# = GIVES NETWORK-LOCK STATUS

#PW+1234567890+3# = GIVES COUNTRY-LOCK STATUS

#PW+1234567890+4# = GIVES SIM-CARD-LOCK STATUS.

How to reboot your nokia

2012-02-28T11:27:00.000-08:00

THE REBOOT TRICK

This should work on all software versions of the 6110.

1. Go to the Calendar (Menu-8)

2. Make a note or reminder.

3. Enter some text into the edit box.

4. Hold "Clear" until the whole text is cleared, then press "Back".

5. Press "0". The main screen will now be showing but a space appears on the screen. (you can't see it)

6. Enter 4 digits (e.g. 1234).

7. Use the down arrow to move the cursor to the left side of the numbers and the space (Down arrow twice).

8. Now enter 6 digits and press the call button.

Wait for a few seconds, the screen should start to flash and reboots. It should also work on other menus like the "Profiles" menu.

free browsing

2012-02-25T06:07:00.000-08:00

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Config name:etisalat
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Samsung partner with fellica for japanese Nfc, 2012 olympics mobile payment app with visa cards.

2012-02-25T05:52:00.000-08:00

Across the globe today, Samsung is bringing a number of pushes to broaden NFC adoption. On the island of Japan, the company's signed a partnership with FeliCa Networks to implement its NFC-Secure Application Module chips in its mobile devices.
Notably, the solution is ensures compatibility between Japan's long established Osaifu-Keitai contactless payment services and the newer breed of NFC Types A and B which normally don't play nice together.
The chips are touted has having "advanced security" to keep your funds in check, and are expect to hit "commercial deployment" set for 2013. Flying over to London, Samsung and Visa have unveiled the official NFC payment app for the 2012 Olympics, in their continued preparation for the big event. Despite the unveil, the application will officially debut for display at Mobile World Congress next week.
This comes nearly ten months after the duo announced their plans to further establish NFC-based payment options for London and the event itself.

LG Optimus 3D Max is a slimmer sequel, world's first phone with 3D video editing.......

2012-02-22T08:40:00.000-08:00

We're not sure if the world was anxiously awaiting a follow-up to LG's Optimus 3D (the AT&T Thrill 4G here in the states), but here it is: the LG Optimus 3D Max -- or Optimus 3D Cube, depending on your country. The latter's been announced for Korean carrier SK Telecom, with the former rolling out to Europe later. The Optimus 3D Max is slightly thinner than its predecessor at 9.6mm vs. the Thrill 4G's 11.9mm, with a faster 1.2GHz dual-core CPU and 16GB of storage built-in, confirming most of the rumors we'd heard previously. According to LG, it will also be the world's first that can handle 3D photo and video editing right on its glasses-free 4.3-inch screen, all shot by the dual 5MP cameras mounted on the back. It also has NFC baked in to support the new LG Tag+ stickers that change the phone's settings when swiped, just like the Optimus LTE Tag. It's scheduled for release in early March with Android 2.3, but we're promised an Ice Cream Sandwich makeover soon after launch, just like its cousin, the Optimus Vu. Check out the full list of specs after the break and expect to us to get a firsthand look when Mobile World Congress kicks off on the 27th.

GuitarJack Model 2 review

2012-02-19T07:50:00.000-08:00

As recovering amateur musicians, some of us still fancy well-made mobile recording gear from time to time. The ability to simultaneously record guitar and vocals using an iPhone 4S is what made the GuitarJack Model 2, in particular, catch our eye. We've taken iPad recording accessories for a spin in the past, but the compact stature of this kit, along with its ability to transform a smartphone into a 4-track recorder seemed quite compelling indeed. At $149, this generation of the GuitarJack costs a full Grant more than Apogee Jam -- excluding the added expense of well-suited apps, of course. So is that hefty investment worth it? Read on to find out.

We'll just go ahead and get this out of the way early: the Guitar Jack Model 2 is quite the dapper peripheral. The adapter is housed in a polished metal shell that pairs nicely with the latest iPhone when the two are connected. Look closely and you'll see the side plates housing the input / output jacks are located are fashioned out of a lighter shade of aluminum. The kit also has a bit of weight to it, which bolsters its durability factor when coupled with that all-metal exterior. We won't recommend you go tossing the thing off your balcony to test its strength, but from the outside, it would appear to hold up much better than plastic adapters we've gotten our mitts on. There's only one tiny issue with the high-gloss aluminum coating: it loves to collect fingerprints. We found ourselves constantly wiping the adapter down to keep things somewhat presentable.

The top and bottom of the adapter only feature logos and text; the action really happens on the sides of the device. On the right-hand edge, you'll encounter a 1/4-inch guitar or instrument input and a 1/8-inch headphone jack. Moving around to the top, there's the built-in iOS dock connector that allows for recording sans cables. Heading over to the left side, you'll discover a single 1/8-inch microphone input. The way all the jacks are set up, cables will extend out from the sides of the unit, allowing you to lay the entire thing flat while capturing your next power ballad. There are also diminutive rubber pads on the bottom to keep the kit's chiseled frame from scratching whatever surface it might rest on.

Software

If you don't install an app that plays nice with the adapter beforehand, your iOS device will prompt you to do so the first time you connect the two. Sonoma Wire Works, the company behind GuitarJack, offers a few options in the app department when it comes to getting your adapter in the game. We'll tackle the free ones first. GuitarTone allows you to rock out (via headphones, of course) on your iPhone while having the freedom to switch amps, cabs, mics and set up an effects loop to test out new riffs on-the-go. As with most free guitar apps, in order to expand your rig you'll have to dish out $9.99 per 12-pack. While the GuitarJack is connected, though, access to AmpPack 1 is granted and lends 12 amplifiers to your mobile axe arsenal.

If acoustic guitars are more your style, the outfit has developed the TaylorEQ app for those looking to channel The Civil Wars. This application boosts the sound of Taylor acoustics when used with the aforementioned adapter through a set of EQ presets specifically designed for industry legend's signature guitar shapes. You'll also be able to create your own custom tone and jam along with The Boss should you be so inclined. To put the GuitarJack version 2.0 through the wringer, we used FourTrack as our application of choice. Capturing guitar licks was pretty straightforward and we used a set of noise-canceling headphones to monitor our face-melting tones right off the side of the adapter. Once we were through capturing our riffs, we were able to check our progress via the iPhone's speaker after unplugging the kit. We plucked the strings of both a Washburn acoustic electric and a Parker Nitefly M. Each time we had to pause our session to take a call or answer an email, the software remembered settings and we were able to pick up right where we left off. The WiFi sync feature worked well, as we snagged freshly recorded tracks from our desktop in a few relatively painless steps.

We grew increasingly fond of GuitarTone as well. Yes, we doubt you'd want to invest a couple Benjamins in hardware and software for the sole purpose of going deaf playing "Everlong" with Dave Grohl. There is some practical use, though, in that you can avail yourself of all the amp and effects expansion packs you purchase back in FourTrack when you're ready to record some original material or a remixed cover. It doesn't have to be all business, all the time, does it?

We've also taken the Apogee Jam for a spin and have found it offers features the GuitarJack doesn't, and vice versa. The Jam works best with GarageBand on an iPad or Mac and therein lies a key difference: desktop / laptop connectivity. However, with Apogee's $99 offering, you can only record one input device at a time while the GuitarJack offers instrument and mic capturing simultaneously. Both peripherals capture a digital signal that cuts down on pesky noise one might run into with similar analog recording devices. The two units also feature gain controls as well -- the GuitarJack's level is altered via iOS app, while the Jam features and on-board dial. You'll also have to keep up with a couple of extra cables with the Jam, whereas the Jack is an all-in-one solution – a pretty nice perk, if you ask us. In terms of sound quality, the GuitarJack holds a bit of an advantage when each peripheral is tested with its recommended software. The adapter doesn't win in a landslide, though, and it'd be worth your time to consider both before committing.

On the surface, the Guitar Jack Model 2 is a handsome, well-built adapter for capturing ideas for that new EP in both instrumental and vocal form. The machined aluminum housing made the peripheral not only looks nice, but it also alleviated some fears about damaging the kit in a gear bag or backpack. The recommend software performs well and the base models don't put too much strain on the ol' wallet. But there lies an issue with this bad boy: the cost. At $149, you won't come in too far under a dedicated 4-track recorder, but you'll keep a piece of burlier tech out of the mix. So, it really is all about being compact and mobile -- two traits we prefer when it comes to tech.

With that said, the $50-plus premium you'll pay for this over the Apogee Jam is a sound investment only if you're going to be recording both vocals and an instrument simultaneously on the regular. If you're a guitar player without a decent set of pipes (think Angus Young), you may want to consider a less expensive offering that focuses more on your axe's tone. Even if you chose to spend your money here, you can expect above-average audio recording, along with a kit that's easy on the eyes as well.

Humble Bundle expands to Android with World of Goo, Anomaly and more

2012-02-01T04:08:00.000-08:00

The choose-your-own-price Humble Bundle has proven to be a runaway success on desktop platforms -- helping fund indie developers and causes like Child's Play and the EFF alike -- and it's now finally taken the plunge onto mobile devices. That move was kicked off today with the Humble Bundle for Android, which includes the games Anomaly: Warzone Earth, Osmos, and EDGE. Those three are available for any price you choose, but you'll also get World of Goo thrown in if you pay more than the average price (just over $5 as of this writing). As always, you can also choose how you'd like your contribution split between developers and charity (and the Humble organization itself), and you'll even get access the Windows, Mac and Linux versions of the same games as an added bonus. Hit the source link below to get started, or head on past the break for a video if you need any more convincing. We should also note that the Android games are offered as direct downloads, not through the Android Market; installations instructions are provided following your purchase.

Meet Spark, the €200 slate packing Linux-based Plasma Active UX

2012-02-01T04:00:00.000-08:00

As we all know, the Kindle Fire's hot, Apple's selling bushels of iPads, and there's plenty of Honeycomb slates out there for you to choose from, but what if you want a tablet free from corporate influence? Enter Spark, a seven-inch slate that comes running the Plasma Active UX, an open-source OS based on Linux kernel, KDE's multi platform Plasma environment and a dash of Qt for good measure. Now, this isn't just a consumer tablet -- Spark's aimed at "those who love writing great software... using the typical Linux tools" -- but it will offer access to eBooks from Project Gutenberg, plus Qt and QML apps, too. It's powered by a 1GHz AMLogic ARM processor, has a Mali-400 GPU and comes with 512MB of RAM, 4GB of internal storage, plus an SD card slot for future expansion. Modest underpinnings, to be sure, but for €200 ($262), you can't expect quad core silicon, right? Naturally, order and delivery dates remain a mystery, but plenty of other info about the open-source slate can be found at the source below.

Wii U controller to pack NFC, says Iwata, create new gameplay options

2012-01-27T03:34:00.000-08:00

Aching for more details on Nintendo's elusive Wii U console? Let Satoru Iwata scratch your itch -- quarterly reports aren't just for reporting losses and announcing new networks, after all. Boss hog Iwata told investors that Nintendo is spicing up their next console's tablet-esque controller with a little NFC magic. Nintendo's President briefly entertains the possibilities of a console controller rocking near field communication, suggesting that Skylander-like figurines or NFC enabled cards could be created to present a "new play format in the video game world." He even says the technology might be used to implement micropayments. Sounds neat -- but will you be able to buy DLC with your Google Wallet?

February 14th is Valentine... Angry Birds day

2012-01-27T03:31:00.000-08:00

Forget poking: from February 14th, show you love someone by flinging a mis-tempered avian toward them. It's Valentines Day that Angry Birds will finally arrive on the ubiquitous social network -- just in time to ensure half the coupled population of the world misses its dinner reservation, in order to get past one more level. The basic game will be free, but upgrades like the Mighty Eagle, double-sized birds, an earthquake weapon and a max-strength catapult will cost you. It'll be launched in Jakarta around the same time you offer up that heart-shaped box of chocolates, so if you want to ensure the day remains romantic, we'd suggest waiting until the 15th before installing......

German court rejects Samsung's second 3G patent complaint against Apple

2012-01-27T03:18:00.000-08:00

About a week after suffering a legal setback in Germany, Samsung received another bit of bad news this morning, when the Mannheim Regional Court rejected the second of its patent infringement claims against Apple. As with last week's ruling, today's decision addresses one of Samsung's arguments that Apple's 3G / UMTS technology infringes upon its patents. Judge Andreas Voss officially shot down these claims early this morning, though he didn't offer an immediate reason for his ruling. As FOSS Patents points out, however, these initial decisions against Samsung may be based on the validity of the specific patents themselves, and would therefore have no bearing upon the outcome of the Korean manufacturer's three other claims -- all of which are based upon different 3G / UMTS patents. In addition, the company is pursuing two lawsuits based on patents not related to 3G standards, including one, apparently, that details a way to type smiley emoticons on a mobile handset. We're still awaiting more information on today's outcome and will update this post as soon as we hear more.

Logitech's Q3 2012 report confirms Revue is sold out, Harmony remote refresh 'in the coming months

2012-01-26T07:44:00.000-08:00

Logitech's Q3 earnings for the 2012 fiscal year don't have many surprises since the company already revealed it was dropping out of the Google TV team. In prepared remarks, company management confirmed it is completely sold out of new units, closing the door on any users still trying to nab a $99 Revue (who shouldn't be too heartbroken, since Vizio is promising a second gen unit is on the way at the same price). There is promise however, if you're looking for a new Harmony remote model, while interim CEO Guerrino De Luca says the company is late in providing a successor to the best selling Harmony One and other models, resulting in a 30 percent drop in sales, it plans to strengthen the lineup "in the coming months.

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2012-01-25T19:21:00.001-08:00

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Dutch court rejects Apple appeal, says Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 is legal.....

2012-01-24T05:57:00.000-08:00

A court in the Hague has just cleared the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 for sale in the Netherlands, rejecting Apple's requests for a nationwide ban. As NU.nl reports, a different Dutch court had already issued a similar ruling in October, which Cupertino promptly appealed, claiming that Sammy's slate was too similar to its own iPad 2. Today, though, the Court of the Hague shot down Apple's arguments, determining that there are enough differences between the two products to legally justify their coexistence. Granted, this is only one of many patent battles that the two companies are currently waging, but for today, at least, it looks like Samsung has come out on top.