by Techno Witch on September 30, 2008
Phorm web tracking on BT Broadband is in its final trial stage, thousands of BT broadband customers internet usage will be tracked enabling the web tracking service so they can be sent targeted online advertising branded WebWise.
The Phorm web tracking service will be available network-wide when it is launched, however, BIT customers will be invited from tomorrow to use the service.
The online targeting service allows for the user to receive relevant advertising taking into account all the web pages they visit allowing for target advertising, the Phorm service has been surrounded by controversy due to the invasion of privacy.BT customers can decline the trial of WebWise.
by Techno Witch on September 29, 2008
Baltimore is getting Sprint Nextel?s high-speed wireless data service, which is the next generation XOHM WiMax service that is the new option for accessing broadband service. If you live in Baltimore it will cost you $25 a month for access at home and $30 a month for using it on your mobile.
If you want coverage for two WiMax devices it will set you back $50 a month, this service is aimed at consumers connecting several gadgets to the WiMax network.
There are concerns after seeing a policy clause that says the company can limit consumers access to applications and content on the WiMAX network, a public WiMax interest group have been talking about the clause saying that it could cause problem to unrestricted access to the Internet.
by Techno Witch on September 29, 2008
Netgear is a name often associated with network equipment, and today signals the release of two more wireless-N networking solutions for consumers and office folk in the form of the NETGEAR Wireless-N Router (WNR2000) and Wireless-N Router with Built-in DSL Modem (DGN2000). Both devices are more than capable of delivering the performance required to support the simultaneous use of bandwidth-intensive applications such as Internet surfing, Internet telephony, online gaming, and high-definition video streaming. Not only that, users will also benefit from Quality of Service (QoS) that ensures the right prioritization of simultaneous traffic. More details on both models right after the jump.
The NETGEAR Wireless-N Router (WNR2000) and Wireless-N Router with Built-In DSL Modem (DGN2000) deliver the highest wireless performance and longest ranges to support today’s Wireless-N notebooks and adapters while providing simultaneous support for legacy 802.11g devices. The Wireless-N Router with Built-In DSL Modem incorporates an ADSL2+ modem enabling users to easily and seamlessly upgrade existing equipment provided by DSL Internet service providers. The WNR2000 and DGN2000 both incorporate efficient Energy Star-qualified power supplies and feature an on/off switch to save energy when the network is not in use.
The NETGEAR Wireless-N Router (WNR2000) and Wireless-N Router with Built-In DSL Modem (DGN2000) enable users to quickly and easily establish a secure network with a robust security feature set that includes: double firewall (NAT and SPI), Denial-of-Service (DoS) attack protection, Intrusion Detection and Prevention (IDS), WiFi Protected Access(TM) (WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK), Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP), Wireless Access Control to identify authorized wireless network devices, and Wi-Fi Protected Setup(TM) (WPS) for push-button connection of network devices.
You can pick up the Wireless-N Router (WNR2000) and Wireless-N Router with Built-In DSL Modem (DGN2000) for $89 and $119, respectively. Each purchase comes with a one-year limited warranty. Image courtesy of Engadget.
Press Release
by Techno Witch on September 29, 2008
Acer has searched around long and hard, and have decided to settle upon Seagate’s line of Momentus 5400.6 hard drives to be used in its new range of notebooks that will be released shortly. What made Acer come to that decision, you ask? Well, the Momentus 5400.6 hard drive is a 2.5″ 500GB model that touts to have the fastest data transfer rates in its class, allowing mobile users to get their work done with minimal wait time possible, without sacrificing on data integrty.
The Seagate Momentus 5400.6 500GB hard drive range is able to achieve the fine balance between capacity, speed and durability in order to support rich digital gaming and other intensive multimedia applications – something Acer, er, aspires to achieve with its Aspire line. Seagate has managed to achieve an areal density of 394 Gbytes per square inch with its Momentus 5400.6 drives, making it the highest ever for its kind to date. In addition, it is able to hits a maximum data transfer rate of 87MB/s, which clearly places it in top position for a 5400-rpm notebook drive. According to Campbell Kan, vice president of the Mobile Computing Business Unit at Acer, “Acer mobile PC customers want notebooks that deliver state-of-the-art capabilities to meet their needs for capacity, performance and durability. Seagate’s new 500GB Momentus hard drive enables Acer to deliver the richest multimedia experience and on-the-go robustness available for notebook computers.”
The Momentus 5400.6 hard drive did not arrive at its lofty position if not for its predecessors that paved the way, leading up to the current fourth generation that sits pretty at the top of the food chain. You will be able to choose from a wide range of capacities, including 120GB, 160GB, 250GB, 320GB and the flagship 500GB model. All Momentus 5400.6 hard drives come with 8MB of cache to keep things moving at a zippy pace. Features include a toughness around it that allows it to withstand up to 1,000 Gs of non-operating shock and 350 Gs of operating shock, making it perfect for butterfingers like me who tends to drop my stuff.
Press Release
by Techno Witch on September 29, 2008
Summer is long gone, but that doesn’t mean you can’t look forward to next year’s edition! The Falcon radio controlled helicopter is different from the rest since it not only flies around like an irritating insect, it is also capable of holding BB balls in its cargo hold, shooting it at your intended target to make yourself more of a pest than ever before to the people around you. The batteries are able to last for eight minutes of flight, but I would say you would probably be trigger happy and finish up your rounds way before the eight minutes are up.
by Techno Witch on September 29, 2008
Trust the French to be at the forefront of fashion – this time round, we have LumiGram, a company that has done up its collection of bags and clothes in luminous fabric manufactured from synthetic fibers and optical fibers. When turned on, you will find a stunning and classy luminous effect, although there would be certain quarters who will think that it looks tardy instead. Unfortunately for the working class populace who are struggling with their everyday expenses, these LumiGram offerings can be placed under the “non-essentials” category at the moment due to their price – the top you see on your right will retail for 149 Euros.
by Techno Witch on September 29, 2008
Seeing that more and more people are getting their entertainment through their PCs, TIVO wants to take advantage of an emerging market. So, they go to a company who makes software for DVD burning. Becoming partners, Nero and TIVO have announced the first TIVO for PC use. Known as Nero LiquidTV| TiVo PC, the package includes both hardware and software which will let users record TV directly to their PC with the ease of your average DVR. The nice thing is that it sounds as if LiquidTV won?t come with the burdensome DRM laden TIVO to Go restrictions, as once TV programs are recorded, the shows can be exported to PSP, iPod or DVD directly.
The TiVo PC remote, TV tuner card, and an IR blaster combine for a wireless connection between the satellite or cable box and the PC. LiquidTV | TiVoPC will retail for about $199, with the software alone going for just south of a hundred. But here?s something I find baffling. Although LiquidTV comes with a year free of the TIVO service, you?ll have to pay for TIVO after that. Huh? Why would I want to do that when I can get off the shelf hardware, install MythTV or some other open source DVR, or even play with Windows Media Center for no monthly pittance?
Hat Tip – Slippery Brick
by Techno Witch on September 29, 2008
Good news for Russian iPhone lovers, the got-to-have Apple iPhone 3G is coming to Russia, the announcement was made by three of the country?s major mobile carriers Megafone, MTS and Beeline. The iPhone 3G should set you back from about 23,000 to 27,000 ($910 to $1,080 USD) for the 8/16GB iPhone 3G models respectively.
It?s not completely clear as to when the iPhone 3G will reach the shops in Russia as of yet there has been no official announcement. However, inside information has been leaked saying that the iPhone will be available on October 03 2008.
If you want to avoid the queues at the iPhone outlets you can pre-order the iPhone 3G now, and it?s been reported that already tenths of thousands have been pre-ordered.
by Techno Witch on September 29, 2008
Some of you may remember back in the eighties, when Sony?s Walkmans (Walkmen? What is the plural on that?) dominated the portable music market. This was in the days before MP3s, and earlier models actually had (gasp!) cassettes.
Sony may not ever beat out the iPod, but they are still in the portable music game. In fact, this isn?t the first time we have covered Sony?s new Walkman series, but last time, we only had a little information and no picture of the B-Series.
As you can see, the B-Series is a capsule shaped wonder that looks a lot like your typical USB flash drive. That is because the end of the B-Series is designed to pop off to reveal a USB port for some Plug-and-Play action.
The MP3 player is designed with an FM tuner, and has a quick charge function. Unfortunately, I have heard from my sources that the battery life is not long. I have also heard that the display screen is incredible tiny, as you might be able to see.
The B-Series is available already in a variety of colors including black, pink, blue, and red in 1GB and 2GB versions. The 1GB version is about $44.99, and the 2GB version costs about $59.99.
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by Techno Witch on September 29, 2008
If you’re trying to look nice but without running to the barber all of the time you might pick up one of these razors. You just adjust it to the perfect width of side burns and you get straight lines. That is unless you happen to jump or something and end up with a small squiggle in the wrong direction. However, as long as you take your time and don’t rush through the job you should be fine. I suppose it also could be used in other areas of your beard if you’re the type that likes to get creative though.
Sadly, this is still just a design but as much as the razor companies are always looking for an edge over the competition I don’t see it staying that way. They are always adding more blades and claiming to be far superior of anyone else. The design was created by James McAdam who is from London. Which also could mean that those in that part of the world would get it first and those of us in the US would have to wait a little longer.
Source: Ubergizmo
