Just last week we heard that Sony were going to stop making their cassette-based Walkman's, and now another iconic gadget is being retired as Technics has announced that they will stop making the Technics SL-1200. The Technics SL-1200 is probably the world's most famous turntable. It has been used … [Read more...] about Technics To Stop Making SL-1200 Turntables
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Microsoft Announces $16.2 Billion Revenue For Last Quarter
Microsoft has announced its revenue figures for the last quarter, a massive $16.2 billion. However, this is only up $200 million from the previous quarter. When you compare this to Apple's last quarter, this is the first time that Apple has had higher revenue than Microsoft. Apple posted their … [Read more...] about Microsoft Announces $16.2 Billion Revenue For Last Quarter
Oakley Crams 3D Lenses into Cool Frames for Tron: Legacy 3D Glasses
My daughter refused to go to 3D movies for a while. At six, she has a small face and our local theater only had adult-size glasses. The adult-size just didn't stay on her and she didn’t want to go until they started getting kid-size 3D glasses. I can understand that because the adult glasses are … [Read more...] about Oakley Crams 3D Lenses into Cool Frames for Tron: Legacy 3D Glasses
E-King S700 Is The Worlds First e-Notepad
Chinese company E-King has developed what they are calling the world's first e-Notepad, the E-King S700, which features a 7-inch display, plus WiFi and 3G connections. The E-King S700 can be used for scanning documents like business cards with the built-in 3-megapixel camera. It also features … [Read more...] about E-King S700 Is The Worlds First e-Notepad
Samsung Mesmerize Now Available On US Cellular
The Samsung Mesmerize is US Cellular's version of the popular Samsung Galaxy S smartphone, and it is now available on the network. The Samsung Mesmerize will set you back $199 on a two-year contract with US Cellular. Specifications wise, the Samsung Mesmerize features a 4-inch Super AMOLED … [Read more...] about Samsung Mesmerize Now Available On US Cellular
Volvo Developing Extended Range Hydrogen Fuel Cells
To help extend the range of hybrid cars, Volvo is currently developing a new hydrogen fuel cell that will hopefully increase an electric car's operating range by up to 155 miles or 250km. The new fuel cells consist of a design with a reformer that breaks down a liquid fuel (petrol) and then uses … [Read more...] about Volvo Developing Extended Range Hydrogen Fuel Cells
Virgin 100MB Broadband Launched In The UK
Virgin Broadband has just announced the roll out of the UK's fastest broadband, with speeds of up to 100MB. Customers can register for the service now, and it will be available by the end of the year. 100MB is a pretty impressive speed and puts the company streets ahead of rival BT, whose fastest … [Read more...] about Virgin 100MB Broadband Launched In The UK
HP Envy 17 3D Notebook Goes On Sale
HP announced the new HP Envy 17 3D notebook last month, and they have now just started selling it, although prices start at $1,599 for the base model before you add in any custom options. HP Envy 17 3D features a 17.3 inch 3D ultra BrightView display that is capable of displaying full HD video in … [Read more...] about HP Envy 17 3D Notebook Goes On Sale
Microsoft Launches Windows 7 SP1 Release Candidate
Without any fuss, Microsoft has quietly launched its first major update to Windows 7 since its launch over a year ago. The Microsoft Windows 7 Service Pack 1 (SP1) release candidate is now available to download release candidate of Windows 7 SP1. Key Features of Windows 7 SP1 Two new features … [Read more...] about Microsoft Launches Windows 7 SP1 Release Candidate
Mozilla Firefox 4 Delayed Until 2011
Mozilla was due to launch the final version of Firefox 4 next month, but it now seems that its release date has been changed to early 2011. Instead, in November, Mozilla will release two further beta versions of Firefox 4, and one in December, according to their updated release schedule, so this … [Read more...] about Mozilla Firefox 4 Delayed Until 2011
Google Purchases Its Offices In Manhattan For $2 Billion
Tech giant Google is currently in the process of purchasing its Manhattan 111 8th Ave. building for approximately $2 billion. This iconic building is strategically located between Eighth and Ninth avenues from 15th and 16th streets, making it a prime piece of real estate in the heart of New York … [Read more...] about Google Purchases Its Offices In Manhattan For $2 Billion
iMovie 11 Removes The Wobble (video)
There are several issues caused by the way a video camera CMOS collects its data that can add extra distortion to your home movie. The CMOS in a home camcorder acquires the image by recording each frame in horizontal bands, from the top to the bottom of the frame. You might have noticed this if you … [Read more...] about iMovie 11 Removes The Wobble (video)
