Apple's new iPad will feature a new processor which was developed by Apple [AAPL], and it is based on an ARM Cortex A9 MPCore processor, but how much did this chip cost Apple to develop? According to the New York Times, the Apple A4 processor could have cost Apple as much as $1 Billion to develop, … [Read more...] about Did Apple’s A4 iPad Processor Cost $1 Billion To Develop?
Archives for 2010
Sigma SD15 DSLR Camera
Sigma has launched a new DSLR camera, the Sigma SD15, which is an upgraded version of the SD14. The new Sigma SD15 adds in SD card compatibility as well as a new, more 'durable' shutter mechanism. The Sigma SD15 DSLR Camera features a Foveon X3 image sensor, as well as Sigma's TRUEII image … [Read more...] about Sigma SD15 DSLR Camera
Microsoft & Amazon Sign Patent Deal
Microsoft and Amazon earlier this week have entered into a patent cross-licensing deal with Amazon paying Microsoft an undisclosed amount of money, and neither side has disclosed what sorts of money is involved. The Patent deal covers Amazon's Kindle device and the companies' use of Linux-based … [Read more...] about Microsoft & Amazon Sign Patent Deal
Google Earth For Android 2.1 Now Available
Google Earth has been available on the Apple iPhone for quite some time, and now there's good news for all the Google Android smartphone users out there: Google Earth is now available for Android 2.1. The new Android version of Google Earth is the fastest mobile version to be released so far, and … [Read more...] about Google Earth For Android 2.1 Now Available
Car Thieves Using GPS Jammers
There is a growing trend with car thieves to use imported GPS jammers to disable the tracking security devices fitted to cars, trucks, and transporters. The jammer devices are designed to output a signal at the same frequency as the Global Positioning System (GPS) satellites, which then overwhelm … [Read more...] about Car Thieves Using GPS Jammers
Lenovo ThinkPad X100e 10 Inch Netbook
Some of our readers will remember the Lenovo ThinkPad X100e netbook that we featured on Geeky Gadgets previously. It looks like Lenovo will be offering a new version of this netbook with a smaller 10.1-inch screen, as opposed to the 11.1-inch screen on the previous version. The 10.1 LCD display … [Read more...] about Lenovo ThinkPad X100e 10 Inch Netbook
BBC iPlayer reaches a 120 Million requests a month
With a 6% rise compared to December 2009, which itself was up 14% over the previous month, the BBC's iPlayer has now reached an impressive 120 million programme requests per month. 70% of the requests were for TV programmes, with the most popular shows being Top Gear, Doctor Who, Gavin and Stacey, … [Read more...] about BBC iPlayer reaches a 120 Million requests a month
Samsung Launching 3D LED HDTV’s In Europe Next Month
Samsung has announced that it will be launching a range of 3D LED HDTVs in Europe next month. This exciting development marks a significant step forward in home entertainment technology, bringing immersive 3D viewing experiences to consumers. There will be three different models initially, and they … [Read more...] about Samsung Launching 3D LED HDTV’s In Europe Next Month
Multi-task Gadget Light Gloves
If you find you just can't hold all your tools while tinkering with gadgets and devices, then let these multi-task gloves with LED lights help you out. These clever gloves have an LED light which can be positioned in one of four areas to help you see in confined dark spaces where a torch may not … [Read more...] about Multi-task Gadget Light Gloves
Windows Marketplace For Mobile Gets Updated
Microsoft [MSFT] recently announced that it would be updating Windows Marketplace for mobile, with a range of new features, and it looks like the update is now live. The new version of Windows Marketplace for Mobile comes with a few bug fixes plus a range of new enhancements which include the … [Read more...] about Windows Marketplace For Mobile Gets Updated
Lenovo ThinkPad W701ds Dual Screen Laptop
The monster Lenovo ThinkPad W701ds dual screen laptop is an upgraded version of the 700ds. The W701ds has an Intel Core i7-920 Extreme processor at its heart, a 17-inch WUXGA (1920×1200) primary display, and Nvidia Quadro FX 3800M graphics. The W701ds can ship with up to 16GB DDR3 memory, 500GB HD … [Read more...] about Lenovo ThinkPad W701ds Dual Screen Laptop
Casio EX-10HG GPS Enabled Camera Pricing Announced
Some of our readers will remember the new GPS-enabled camera from Casio that we featured on Geeky Gadgets back in January, the Casio EX-10HG. Casio has now announced pricing and availability details for the EX-10HG. The EX-10HG features a built-in GPS sensor for geo-tagging your photos when you are … [Read more...] about Casio EX-10HG GPS Enabled Camera Pricing Announced
