It looks like [AAPL] has just purchased another mapping company, in the form of Canadian 3D mapping startup Poly9 Group. Poly9 makes a browser-based 3D globe similar to Google Earth. Neither Apple nor Poly9 have confirmed the acquisition as yet, but a site has noted that two of the company's … [Read more...] about Apple Buys Mapping Company Poly9
The Apple Chair
Here is a fun accessory for your geeky apartment or house, something that will appeal to all the Apple fans out there, the Apple Chair. Design and Aesthetic Appeal The Apple Chair is not just a piece of furniture; it's a statement. Its sleek design and modern aesthetic make it a perfect addition … [Read more...] about The Apple Chair
Foosball iPad, iPhone & iPod App
With the World Cup fading into memory, it might be time to relax a little and have a few games of Foosball. I've always enjoyed a few games of Foosball, and even though this digital version may not provide everything the real-life game offers, it goes a long way to scratching that itch when a … [Read more...] about Foosball iPad, iPhone & iPod App
Windows 7 SP1 Beta Now Available
Microsoft [MSFT] has released a beta version of their service pack 1 (SP1) for Windows 7, and SP1 comes with a number of bug fixes and additional features for Windows 7. Windows 7 SP1 Beta is 1.2GB and the new features in SP1 are geared towards enterprise users rather than home users. Please … [Read more...] about Windows 7 SP1 Beta Now Available
iPort In-Wall Mounts For iPhone, iPad and iPods
With the iPhone being more than just a phone or music player, it's now being adopted by media server manufacturers as a convenient way to control devices. In response to this, iPort has created wall-mounted holders for the iPhone, iPad, and iPod. The iPort holder covers the devices in a … [Read more...] about iPort In-Wall Mounts For iPhone, iPad and iPods
Flexible Bluetooth Mini Keyboard
If you are looking for a portable Bluetooth keyboard for your iPad or iPhone 4, then you may want to check out the latest offering from Brando, the Flexible Bluetooth Mini Keyboard. The Flexible Bluetooth Mini Keyboard features 85 keys and includes five built-in keys for mobile phone functions, … [Read more...] about Flexible Bluetooth Mini Keyboard
Android Opera Mini 5.1 Leaves Beta With Pinch-to-Zoom
Android Opera Mini 5.1 has now left its beta status behind and is now available as a final release version. One of the main advantages of Android Opera Mini 5.1 is its offline page caching, together with its downloading and operational speeds, it's definitely worth adding to your Android phone … [Read more...] about Android Opera Mini 5.1 Leaves Beta With Pinch-to-Zoom
LaCie’s XtremeKey
LaCie has just released details of its latest USB drive, the LaCie XtremeKey. This remarkable device is designed to withstand some of the harshest conditions imaginable. It boasts waterproof capabilities up to 100 meters, can protect your data from extreme temperatures ranging from -58 degrees … [Read more...] about LaCie’s XtremeKey
iPhone 4 FaceTime From An Airplane (Video)
The guys over at TUAW have been testing out Apple's FaceTime feature on the iPhone 4, and they managed to receive a call from a TUAW reader who was flying high in the sky on an airplane. Normally, the only real option for making calls on an airplane is the onboard phones. Cellphones don't usually … [Read more...] about iPhone 4 FaceTime From An Airplane (Video)
eBay Served $3.8 Billion Patent Suit
On Tuesday, XPRT Ventures served eBay with a $3.8 billion lawsuit, alleging that technology built into PayPal's patent had previously been shared confidentially with PayPal by representatives from XPRT. This technology is currently contained in a total of six XPRT patents. XPRT Ventures claims that … [Read more...] about eBay Served $3.8 Billion Patent Suit
Canon VIXIA HF 32 Camcorder
Canon has updated it camcorder range with the launch of the Canon VIXIA HF 32, which comes with 64GB of built in storage, double that of the previous model. If 64GB of storage isn't enough for you than Canon has added in SDXC memory card compatibility, and the Canon VIXIA HF 32 can take up to 2TB … [Read more...] about Canon VIXIA HF 32 Camcorder
iPhone 4 Carrier Unlock Completed, Not Released Just Yet
One of the members @Planetbeing has completed a carrier unlock for the iPhone 4. The unlock is a software unlock that will let you use your iPhone 4 with any mobile provider. The iPhone 4 carrier unlock won't be released just yet, @Planetbeing says it isn't ready for public consumption just yet and … [Read more...] about iPhone 4 Carrier Unlock Completed, Not Released Just Yet
