Last week we told you that both Google and Facebook were in discussions with Skype, but now it looks like Microsoft is attempting to purchase Skype, and the deal is reported to be worth around $7 to $8 billion. According to the WSJ, the deal could be announced as early as this week. Although things … [Read more...] about Microsoft Close To Buying Skype For $8 Billion
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HTC Puccini 10-Incher & Three More Android Handsets Incoming
It's always nice to have more choices, and it's even better when those choices pack a 10-inch screen, 4G LTE connectivity, and even whispers of Honeycomb goodness. Yes, HTC is apparently making another bid for the tablet market with the Puccini, aiming to cover all the bases the Flyer … [Read more...] about HTC Puccini 10-Incher & Three More Android Handsets Incoming
HTC Kingdom Specs Leaked
You know this bit by heart by now, so we'll skip straight to the relevant details: completely unremarkable 4-inch display, 1.2 GHz single-core processor which may be illegal in some states now that the Atrix and Optimus 2x have poisoned the well, 768MB of RAM which is so close to our current … [Read more...] about HTC Kingdom Specs Leaked
Sony Pledging To Restore PSN By May 31st
Or at least one Sony spokesman makes that pledge, but hey, it's a start. Especially considering how close Sony was to restating operations of its multiplayer service before they decided to go back to the drawing board. Take your time and get it right this time, Sony. Keeping the service shut for … [Read more...] about Sony Pledging To Restore PSN By May 31st
PSN Cost Capcom “Hundreds Of Thousands, If Not Millions”
Those of you disheartened by the fact that hackers, security experts, the US Congress, and sue-happy customers keep hitting Sony while it's down might be surprised to find out it could be worse. It's easy to forget that PSN is losing money hand over fist for developers who aren't responsible for its … [Read more...] about PSN Cost Capcom “Hundreds Of Thousands, If Not Millions”
HP Offers DataPass Prepaid 3G Service
There are all sorts of pre-paid data services on the market today and just about every major carrier has one. HP has announced today that it has a new pre-paid service that will be launching soon called DataPass. The service will run on the Sprint network and will carry the HP brand. HP … [Read more...] about HP Offers DataPass Prepaid 3G Service
iFixit Tears Down FBI GPS Tracking Device
iFixit, the team that brings us detailed knowledge of the insides of all our favorite gadgets, has partnered with Wired to bring you a peek inside an FBI car-tracking device. The device was loaned to iFixit by an unknown owner and is similar to the one Yasir Afifi found underneath his car. After it … [Read more...] about iFixit Tears Down FBI GPS Tracking Device
Windows Phone 7 Mango Update, New Features Revealed
We have already heard about some of the features that will be added to Windows Phone 7 in the next major release, version 7.5 Mango, and now we have some more details on some new features. It looks like Windows Phone 7.5 will feature Bing Audio, which will let you search for music. You will be able … [Read more...] about Windows Phone 7 Mango Update, New Features Revealed
Apple’s Brand Value Pushes Google In To Second Place
According to the advertising firm WPP's “BrandZ Top 100 Most Valuable Global Brands” report, Apple has now surpassed the search giant Google and taken the number one slot for the world's most valuable brand. Apple's brand has undergone outstanding growth, growing 859 percent since 2006, with an … [Read more...] about Apple’s Brand Value Pushes Google In To Second Place
iPhone WiMAX Sleeve Provides 4G Connections
If you have 4G connections available to you, but you're let down by the iPhone's lack of 4G connectivity, Korean Telecom has unveiled its new Egg Series iPhone WiMAX Sleeve, the KWF-B2500. This innovative accessory might help, as it allows you to add 4G connectivity to your iPhone 4 together with a … [Read more...] about iPhone WiMAX Sleeve Provides 4G Connections
Firefox Fork To Create Online Anonymity Tor Browser, Goodbye Torbutton
Tor is a tool used for anonymizing web browsing and communications through encryption and proxy servers. Tor's plugin, Torbutton for Firefox, is well known and has provided an easy way to securely enable or disable the browser's use of Tor browsing to prevent IP address leakage, cookie leakage, and … [Read more...] about Firefox Fork To Create Online Anonymity Tor Browser, Goodbye Torbutton
Hyperkin 3DS Powerplus Battery Expansion
Hyperkin is preparing a new 3DS battery extender for release very shortly that will allow you to enjoy the 3D effects on your 3DS for longer than the manufacturers 3-5 hour limit, promising to double the life of the 3DS battery. The Hyperkin 3DS Powerplus battery expansion weighs approximately 2.2 … [Read more...] about Hyperkin 3DS Powerplus Battery Expansion
