Archive for June 19th, 2007
So Ken is finally leaving the mother ship. Sad news for the father of the best selling gaming console ever, the Sony’s PlayStation and followings (2 and 3). I guess that after the expected titanesque failure of the PS3 game console, some heads at Sony had to roll. Unfortunately, Kutaragi’s public apologies earlier this year did not suffice to save his. Will miss you at the E3 parties, Ken! More on our sister site UberPulse.
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June 19th, 2007
According to McAfee research lab, phishing is on the rise with a 784 percent increase in Web sites in the first quarter of 2007. At the presentation this morning, we had a very instructive demo of how a password stealer rootkit can install itself in stealth mode.Read more on Uberpulse.com
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June 19th, 2007
Safa has recently launched the V2 for the Korean market, bringing yet another portable media player to the forefront. The V2 will come with a 2″ 260k color LCD display and boasts support for various audio and video file formats (MP3, WMA, WAV, AVI). Should its internal memory be inadequate, there is always a miniSD memory card slot for an added boost. The V2 features external speakers to annoy those around you with Crazy Frog tunes, while other rudimentary functions such as a voice recorder, an integrated FM radio, a Tetris clone, and an image/text viewer forms part of the overall package. The 1GB and 2GB Safa V2 will retail for $128 and $160 respectively.
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June 19th, 2007
Mentions Levi’s and the first thing that comes into your mind would be a pair of jeans. Looks like this apparel company will be taking a few steps vertically with their next product - a cellphone. Word has it that the Levi’s handset will be released this September, and the only features that we know about as at press time includes a microSD memory card slot, a 2 megapixel camera, an integrated MP3 player, Bluetooth connectivity, and an 1.8″ color display. Will there be some denim on it? Only time will tell.
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June 19th, 2007
Just when you thought UMPCs were nothing more than tiny versions of their notebook brethren, the Ruggedbook comes along. This tough nut of an UMPC does not only perform all the other standard stuff that UMPCs do, it also features GPS capability if you slot in a GPS module via the PCMCIA slot. I know, I had the same bewildered look as well - who makes PCMCIA GPS receivers these days anyway? What you have out there are most probably legacy devices by now, so support is going to be an issue. Other specifications of the Ruggedbook ain’t too shappy, featuring a 7″ TFT LCD touchscreen display at 800 x 480 resolution, a 1.3GHz Via processor, 512MB RAM, a built-in CF card with the option to throw in a 1.8″ hard drive, WiFi connectivity, a CMOS camera, and an SD/MMC memory card slot, all running on Windows XP. No word on pricing though.
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June 19th, 2007
Felix Schmidberger has recently unveiled the Compenion concept design for a portable computer, boasting a couple of sliding OLED touchscreens that can be worked with directly, although the power required for two displays will definitely be an issue, especially when you’re engrossed in a marathon session of work without a power outlet nearby. Whenever the top screen slides up, the OLED keyboard will be illuminated for ease-of-use under low light conditions. Although there now aren’t any nooks or crannies to vacuum cookie crumbs from, I won’t be too comfortable with it’s lack of tactile feedback which is important where typing is involved.
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June 19th, 2007
You just gotta love USB power - it is so convenient that you no longer have to worry about stuff like voltage requirements et al. Panasonic supports this idea by unveiling the Pocket Power device that is capable of charging attached gadgets within four hours. Automatic adjustment of the output works ensures it works perfectly with connected devices no matter which part of the world they hail from. Should you run out of power, you can also use the batteries within the Pocket Power. Each Panasonic Pocket Power comes with a charging cradle, measuring 39mm x 85mm x 20mm. It will go on sale in Japan from the beginning of next month onwards.
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June 19th, 2007
Are robots taking over the world? Their presence encroaches upon the home with Rogun, the robotic babysitter. This robot comes with the ability to recognize familiar faces, broadcasting video from its camera to the Internet sans wires, enabling parents to keep an eye on their children remotely. It also doubles up as a wireless Internet or videophone terminal, keeping a keen eye on the home when no one else is around. Standing at 1 meter tall, Rogun boasts a 7″ LCD display on his chest and the ability to call you whenever he detects a stranger within the home. A mass-produced version of Rogun will retail for $5,000 when it is finally available.
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June 19th, 2007
Now this is one timepiece that could fool our hardworking law enforcers at high security places such as airports and embassies - the Pistol Clock. At first glance, it looks like a potential murder weapon, but upon closer inspection, you will realize that there is an analog clock located on the pistol’s handle. The only thing the Pistol Clock kills would be time, as you stare at it wistfully, wondering whether a shootable version will be released one day. Interested parties can pick up the Pistol Clock for $19.98 a pop.
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June 19th, 2007
Owners of the Xbox 360 will be pleased to know that they can now experience flight simulators in high definition with the release of Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation. Those who pick up the special edition of that game will also be the beneficiary of a Hori flight stick. This flight stick comes with a custom faceplate and connects to the Xbox 360 via USB. While the standard Xbox 360 controller has not been found wanting when it comes to flying games, it remains to be seen whether a flight stick will be able to enhance the gaming experience. Interested parties will have to dig deeper than usual though, since the limited edition version will set you back by $149.
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