Circuit City Announces Wish Upon a Star Holiday Program

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Circuit City is having a very hard time maintaining profitability in the tough economic climate we are facing right now. Despite that the electronics giant is set to start its holiday program called Wish Upon a Star.

The service will be available starting on November 2nd and has two functions. A guest to the site can generate a holiday wish list with the help of celebrities to contact friends and relatives with a customized reminder. Guests can also send a celebrity message asking other people to create a wish list. Read more

Posted on Fri, 31 Oct 2008 07:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Microsoft Boku Game teaches Kids to Program

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Microsoft Research works on Boku, a stimulating game that introduces kids to programming while they play. Through programming Boku, a virtual robot, children learn the basic principles of programming logic, analysis, and design.
It is never too early to scout the next generation of Microsofties.

The 3-D interactive game is designed to demystify programming and to spark interest in science. Read more

Posted on Thu, 30 Oct 2008 01:24:26 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

RadioShack Trade-In Program gives you Giftcards for your old Gadgets

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RadioShack has launched an online electronics trade-in program that allows you to exchange certain used portable electronics for a RadioShack Gift Card.
If you have a box full of old Zunes, iPods, Cameras, GPS gadgets, laptops or video game consoles you can easily get rid of it and get cash in the form of a RadioShack Gift Card.

The amount you get depends on the gadget and its condition. For instance an iPod nano 2G gets you up to $63.75, a iPod touch 1G gets you up to $197.20, or a first gen Zune up to $58.14. Read more

Posted on Tue, 28 Oct 2008 07:38:31 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

i.TV Movie and TV Program Guide for iPod touch and iPhone

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A new App has hit the iTunes App Store called i.TV. The app provides users with up to date TV and movie listings based on their current location and profile settings that can be customized. In addition to listing, the application gives profile info like photos, bios, synopses, ratings and reviews.

Users can sort programming by genre, channel, and show. Filters allow users to exclude certain types of programming from searches like adult content. Users can also rate shows with stars, write reviews of programs or movies, and comment on reviews by other users. i.TV is free to download and available now. Read more

Posted on Wed, 8 Oct 2008 11:43:17 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Crammar Gadget unveiled by LeapFrog

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leapFrog unveiled in time for the Holiday shopping season a new useful gadget dubbed the Crammar. The Crammer Study & Sound System is a homework and study device for students in grades three through eight.
The LeapFrog Crammer gadget allows kids to download questions and flash cards to the device and quiz themselves on the go, all while listening to their favorite music. Read more

Posted on Tue, 7 Oct 2008 08:35:58 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

MSI N280GTX OC HydroGen and Super OC Video Cards unveiled

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MSI announces the MSI N280GTX OC HydroGen video card with the highest clock setting on the market and micro channel water cooling solution.
MSI also tunes up the clock settings of the original fan cooling N280GTX series and makes MSI N280GTX-T2D1G Super OC the highest clocked GeForce GTX 200 series in the world.

The MSI N280GTX OC HydroGen series runs the world highest core clock setting at 700MHz, but has 10 Celsius lower temperature level than normal fan cooling GeForce GTX 200 series even at full workload. Read more

Posted on Wed, 3 Sep 2008 01:41:41 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Asus G71 and G50 ROG Notebooks unveiled

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Asus unveils the two new gaming notebooks in the G Series as part of the Asus Republic of Gamers product (ROG) line-up.
The new Asus G71 (17 inch) and G50 (15 inch) are the new gaming notebooks from Asus. Both new Asus G series gaming notebooks have the same specifications and only differ in the screen size and resulting form factor, HDD options, and there are more CPU options for G71 including Intel Quad Core QX9300 and QX9100.

Features of the G71V and G50V include Nvidia GeForce 9700M GT with 512MB GDDR3 VRAM, Intel Turbo Memory Technology with 2GB (optional), up to 4GB RAM, up to 640GB storage (G50, 2x HDD), up to 1TB storage (G71, 2x HDD), DVD Super Multi Double Layer, Light Scribe, DVD combo, Blu-ray DVD writer, Wifi and Bluetooth. Read more

Posted on Sat, 23 Aug 2008 01:01:19 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Microsoft announces Security Information-Sharing Programs at Black Hat 2008

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At the Black Hat USA 2008 conference today, Microsoft Corp. introduced security-related programs that share early information with partners to help them protect customers quickly and effectively. The new programs also provide additional information and guidance to help customers evaluate risks and prioritize the deployment of Microsoft security updates.
Along with the predictability of Microsoft’s monthly security update process is the emergence of an undesirable cycle — the release of exploit code, related to those updates, sometimes within hours of release. Understanding this changing threat environment, Microsoft will offer the Microsoft Active Protections Program (MAPP), which gives security software providers advance information about vulnerabilities addressed by Microsoft security updates. This will allow security software providers to offer protections to customers quickly and effectively. Read more

Posted on Tue, 5 Aug 2008 09:48:46 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Posit Brain Fitness Program Available for Mac OS X

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Posit Science has announced that Mac users can now get its Brain fitness Program Classic for Mac OS X. The program offers users exercises that are designed to provide faster thinking, sharper focus, and better memory.

The application was designed by a team of 50 neuroscientists from UCSF, Yale, Stanford, MIT, and UC Davis. The application retails for $395 for a single user and will run on PowerPC 10.3.9x- 10.4.x and Intel Macs 10.4.x – 10.5.x. Read more

Posted on Mon, 14 Jul 2008 15:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Rogers tries to calm iPhone Fans with 6GB iPhone 3G Data Plan for $30

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Rogers got a lot of heat from Canadian customers and Apple for the expensive and restrictive monthly plans for the iPhone 3G. Today along with their iPhone 3G launch plans the carrier announced a sweet promotional offer for customers who activate by August 31st on a three year contract.
Rogers offers a data-only offering of 6GB of data for $30 per month that can be added to any in-market voice plan. Read more

Posted on Wed, 9 Jul 2008 11:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

ASUS ROG Rampage Extreme Motherboard unveiled

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Asus unveils the ASUS ROG Rampage Extreme Motherboard catering to the extreme needs of overclocking enthusiasts. ROG stands for Republic of Gamers.

Through the ASUS Extreme Engine, overclockers will enjoy high performance and stability for ultimate overclocking on the ROG Rampage Extreme, while TweakIt provides total overclocking control options. Read more

Posted on Tue, 8 Jul 2008 23:52:26 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

SpiralFrog Makes Getting Music Easier

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SpiralFrog announced today that it has made downloading music easier for Windows XP users by providing seamless updates from the SpiralFrog website to Windows Media Player 11. The new version promises to make downloading music easier according to SpiralFrog.

The update requires no action by the user to begin and will start automatically and determine if the computer needs the update. Spiral frog is an advertising supported site that offers free, legal music downloads to users. Read more

Posted on Wed, 2 Jul 2008 09:18:09 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Matsushita to sell Home Hydrogen Fuel Cells via Gas Suppliers

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Matsushita (soon Panasonic) has apparently formed deals with gas suppliers in Japan to sell their home hydrogen fuel cells.

Tokyo Gas Co., Toho Gas Co. and Saibu Gas Co. are supposedly in the deal. It makes total sense for Matsushita to partner with gas companies as they use gas to generate hydrogen.
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Posted on Tue, 1 Jul 2008 02:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Asus ROG Maximus II Formula Motherboard announced

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Fitting to the new just announced Asus Republic of Gamers EN9600GT MATRIX/HTDI/512M Video Card comes the announcement of the Republic of Gamers Maximus II Formula motherboard.

The ASUS ROG (Republic of Gamers) Maximus II Formula motherboard is based on the Intel P45/ICH10R chipset and features ASUS-exclusive SupremeFX X-Fi sound card. Read more

Posted on Fri, 27 Jun 2008 00:46:06 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Asus ROG EN9600GT MATRIX/HTDI/512M Video Card unveiled

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Asus has introduced what the company calls the world's most intelligent graphics card with the Asus ROG (Republic of Gamers) EN9600GT MATRIX/HTDI/512M.

The Asus Republic of Gamers EN9600GT features the Super Hybrid Engine for automatic detection and adjustments of voltage, clock setting, and fan speeds to achieve the ultimate in performance and maximum energy saving. Read more

Posted on Fri, 27 Jun 2008 00:38:53 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Ronn Motor Hydrogen Hybrid Supercar

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Ronn Motor Company announces the Scorpion which makes hydrogen on demand.

Most Hydrogen car prototypes today need a hydrogen fueling station. Ronn Motor uses a hybrid system that produces hydrogen. The hydrogen delivery system with dual computer processor controls the production of hydrogen on demand, and in real time, which will be inducted through the air intake manifold and blended with gasoline at a ratio of 30-40 percent hydrogen, according to Maxwell. Read more

Posted on Thu, 5 Jun 2008 11:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

NASA Starts Artifact Loan Program with Shuttle Tires

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NASA announced a new artifact loan program today that will kick off with the chance for organizations that don’t normally work with NASA to get artifacts on a loan basis. The first loan item will be tires from the main landing gear of the space shuttle fleet. Some of the tires available for loan were even flown on missions.

NASA says that the tires will be made available to proposing organizations best meeting the agency’s goals of education and outreach. NASA has a form on its website for interested organizations to apply for a loan. Read more

Posted on Thu, 8 May 2008 10:27:29 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

LapLogic Aerogel Extreme LapDesk Review

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Today we are taking a look at a pair of notebook desks from LapLogic. Both the Aerogel Extreme and the Aerogel Extreme Wide have the same features and do a great job of keeping the heat from your notebook from bothering you.

The difference between the two models is that one is wider for larger notebooks and has a section for using your mouse as well. Read more

Posted on Wed, 30 Apr 2008 14:58:21 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Rogers Wireless brings iPhone to Canada

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Ted Rogers, President and Chief Executive Officer of Rogers Communications Inc. today issued the following statement: "We're thrilled to announce that we have a deal with Apple to bring the iPhone to Canada later this year. We can't tell you any more about it right now, but stay tuned."
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Posted on Tue, 29 Apr 2008 08:54:07 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

iFrogz Audiowrapz Now at Wal-Mart

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iFrogz announced today that owners of iPod’s and other electronic devices can now get the iFrogz Audiowrapz in Wal-Mart stores across the country. The case does more than protect your iPod with built-in speakers and construction is from 100% silicone.

"Our new Audiowrapz give consumers the protection they need and the portable sound that they want - anytime, anywhere - without sharing earphones or using expensive sound docks," said Scott Huskinson, CEO and owner of iFrogz. "Wal-Mart reaches our core demographic and we are excited to be delivering our product to consumers through such a respected retailer." Read more

Posted on Fri, 25 Apr 2008 12:39:50 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

New Program Promises to Train your Brain

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Everyone knows that exercising your body makes you stronger and look better. A company called Posit Science Corp. released a program today called InSight that promises to give your brain a workout.

Insight has five different exercises in a game style format that the creators say provides fun play but uses sound science to train your brain. According to the developers improving your visual acuity can help increase your productivity in a normal day. Read more

Posted on Mon, 17 Mar 2008 08:23:56 CDT | by Shane McGlaun