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Sony, McAfee, others sued for patent infringement
After suing Microsoft for patent infringement, Uniloc USA is now turning its sights on a host of other companies.
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Tool will test for phone bugs
A researcher released software designed to let people test whether their calls on mobile phones can be eavesdropped on.
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YouTube adds five minutes to video limit
Long-video makers can rejoice, as YouTube has extended the allotted time of user uploads from 10 to 15 minutes.
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Botnets, money mules lead check counterfeiting scheme
A Russian group is doing check counterfeiting in the US using malware, botnets, virtual private networks and money mules recruited online.
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Expert: Critical system flaws a 'ticking time bomb'
security issues in critical infrastructure affecting every single person gives great cause for alarm, an expert said at the Black Hat conference here on Wednesday.
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Logitech wants you for a Google TV party
Logitech is running a contest called the "Host with the Most" that will put its Google TV-stuffed Revue set-top box in the hands of users...
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Apple sued over iPad overheating in sunlight
An iPad owner claims their touch-screen tablet overheats and turns off when left in the sunlight, is suing Apple.
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Most data breaches tied to the mob, report
Organized criminals were responsible for 85 percent of all stolen data last year according to a report.
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Firefox 'CPU resources' issue better but not gone
Mozilla has made strides in alleviating a longstanding CPU usage issue that, in some cases, caused small laptops to overheat.
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Hackers to flock to Black Hat, Defcon this week
Researcher to give talk on ATM security holes that was canceled a year ago, but talk on Chinese cyber army is axed after Taiwan complains.
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Signs point to new iMacs and a new iLife
The 27-inch iMac is playing hard to get for some customers, which could mean that an updated version of the desktop Mac is on...
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Facebook says Zuckerberg signature likely 'forged'
Facebook said in a statement Friday that a lawsuit from a man who claims he owns 84 percent of the company is based on a...
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Tech firms: Privacy bill will harm economy
A new privacy bill introduced in the U.S. Congress this week would have serious unintended consequences unless it's rewritten, Internet industry representatives warned.
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China's Baidu hacking lawsuit allowed to proceed
Baidu has a "plausible" case against its U.S.-based domain registry for allegedly allowing a hacking attack that left the site disabled and defaced, a U.S....
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Study: Most BitTorent files breach copyright
An Australian university study claims that 89 percent of BitTorrent files it examined over a certain period infringed copyrights.
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GOP senators out to derail FCC on net neutrality
Seven Republican senators have announced a plan to curb the Obama administration's push to impose controversial Net neutrality regulations on the Internet.
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Google gives 60-day deadline for bug disclosure
Google has called for software makers to adopt a 60-day deadline for patching critical flaws, warning that it will disclose the bugs if they are...
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What's in? What's out of Chrome 6
Want the ability to print preview in Chrome? We'll have to wait, because it's one of the features that didn't make the Chrome 6 cut.
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Facebook hits 500 million, aims for more growth
Facebook isn't letting its milestone of 500 million active users around the world go unnoticed, with a big "Facebook Stories" user testimony promotion and CEO...
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China happy with Google changes
Google's resolution of its internet presence in China seems to have reached a stable point, at least for the time being.
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Dell Streak
The Dell Streak is the first Android tablet worth taking seriously, though its size puts it on the fence between tablets and smartphones.
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Sharp FX - black (AT&T)
The Sharp FX has plenty of multimedia features and additional services to occupy socialites and text-happy users, but mediocre call quality and some usability flaws...
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Dell Inspiron iM501R-1212PBL
We'd like the attractive and affordable Dell Inspiron iM501R-1212PBL more if it wasn't so slow and squeaky.
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HP Pavilion dv5-2035dx
The HP Pavilion dv5-2035dx is an AMD-based laptop that straddles the line between budget and mainstream laptops. We like the updated design and can tolerate...
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Dell S1558-5691MSL
The Dell Studio s1558-5691MSL offers a little more for your money than competing laptops, though it's a bit bulky and short on battery life for...
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LG dLite - eletric blue (T-Mobile)
With its decent midrange feature set and eye-catching design, the LG dLite is a wonderfully girly phone that would appeal to the young, or just...
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LG dLite - bubblegum pink (T-Mobile)
With its decent midrange feature set and eye-catching design, the LG dLite is a wonderfully girly phone that would appeal to the young, or just...
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Warpia Wireless USB PC to TV
If your laptop isn't equipped with an HDMI port, the Warpia Wireless system is worth checking out if you're trying to get audio and video...
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Samsung Q430-11
An impressively designed surprise, the Samsung Q430-11 is a feature-packed, fast laptop that looks more expensive than it is.
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Sony BDV-E770W
The Sony BDV-E770W is one of the best Blu-ray home theater systems we've tested, with excellent sound quality, tons of streaming-media options, 3D compatibility, and...
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Nikon Coolpix S4000 (plum)
Nikon's budget-friendly Coolpix S4000 offers up a large, responsive touch screen, but its performance will test your patience.
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Nikon Coolpix S4000 (pink)
Nikon's budget-friendly Coolpix S4000 offers up a large, responsive touch screen, but its performance will test your patience.
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Nikon Coolpix S4000 (red)
Nikon's budget-friendly Coolpix S4000 offers up a large, responsive touch screen, but its performance will test your patience.
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Nikon Coolpix S4000 (black)
Nikon's budget-friendly Coolpix S4000 offers up a large, responsive touch screen, but its performance will test your patience.
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Nikon Coolpix S4000 (silver)
Nikon's budget-friendly Coolpix S4000 offers up a large, responsive touch screen, but its performance will test your patience.
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Asus U33Jc-A1 (bamboo)
A welcome change of pace from the usual glossy plastic and brushed-metal laptop styles, the bamboo-clad Asus U33Jc-A1 looks great and also packs in some...
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Apple Magic Trackpad
Apple's Magic Trackpad offers all the functionality of a MacBook clickpad in a standalone Bluetooth device. For most people, however, it's not worth the pricey...
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2011 Ford Fiesta
A sporty-looking car, the 2011 Ford Fiesta's small size makes it good for urban areas, and it boasts excellent compatibility with personal electronics.
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LG Prime GoPhone - silver (AT&T) - Prepaid
Despite its faults, the LG Prime is a nice phone, especially given its price and the fact that you can get it without a contract.
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Apple iMac summer 2010 (Intel Core i3 3.06GHz, 21.5 in)
Apple has elected to keep its iMac firmly grounded as a productivity device. You'll find few home entertainment conveniences in Apple's new iMac, and you...
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Samsung's new plasmas will do 3D for much cheaper - Update: $989 for 50-inch 720p
Looks like Samsung's 3D Blu-ray players aren't the only ones coming in cheaper versions, as it's unveiled the new 680 Series and 490...
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Mitsubishi's LaserVue HDTV makes triumphant 75-inch return, becomes 3D-ready
Ah, the LaserVue. Launched way back in the heyday that was 2008, Mitsubishi's 65-inch monster didn't exactly fly off shelves being priced...
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Colorware slings paint onto next logical object: your HDTV
Bet you never thought people would line up to pay absurd amounts of money to have their otherwise vanilla gizmos coated in some of...
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People of Lava's Android TV gets tested, only your pocketbook feels the burn
When we heard an upstart named People of Lava were going to beat Google to the punch with an all-in-one TV set,...
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Sony Internet TV, DISH first with Google TV this fall; Adobe, Logitech and others along...
Sony will be first out of the gate with a Google TV powered device, with its "Sony Internet TV" devices -- in the...
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ESPN 3D will be on Comcast in time for the 2010 World Cup
Count distributor number two (after DirecTV) and the first cable affiliate for ESPN 3D, now officially coming to Comcast when it launches...
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Panasonic's 50-inch TX-P50VT20 plasma reviewed: 'The best 3D TV to date'
We can see a time in the future, the very near future, where reviews of 3D HDTVs will lose their novelty. But, for...
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Energy Star 4.0 goes into effect for HDTVs, puts 'em on a diet
Your next Energy Star-approved HDTV? Chances are it'll be a little greener than your last one, thanks to the new 4.0 ratings going...
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Toshiba Mobile Display touts 21-inch glasses-free 3D HDTV, raises a few eyebrows
While we were fretting about what special tech Nintendo's 3DS would use to generate autostereoscopic imagery on its comparatively puny screen,...
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Panasonic prices, dates full 3D plasma lineup -- 65-inches for $4,299
Panasonic kicked off its 2010 3DTV run with an extremely limited, Best Buy only launch of the 50-inch VT20 package, but for...
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Sharp's four-color HDTV, Samsung's cheapest 3DTV now on sale
This shot courtesy of Mr. Blurrycam might not give the "Oh my." reaction we were expecting from the ads but it appears Sharp's...
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Toshiba REGZA R1 and H1 series promises USB storage, HDD, adventure
If you were contemplating a move to Japan (you know, because you're sick of waiting for all those feature-packed REGZA HDTVs to make it...
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Sharp's 46-inch Quattron LE821E HDTV and its integrated Freeview HD DVR make reviewers gush
Now this is more like it. Instead of chewing on another underwhelming 3D display, the Tech Radar crew have pulled in one of...
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TVLogic debuts 56-inch LUM-560W 4K x 2K LCD a few years ahead of time
Oh sure, it's not that we've never seen a 4K x 2K display before, but few are both a) this small and b)...
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Sony UK's 3DTV launch includes a few free games to get early adopters started
As the GMT turns, Sony's divisions are revealing their 3D plans for the rest of the year and the latest is its UK branch....
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Kogan's latest fantasy product? An IPTV with Chrome browser, WiFi & gaming
The always optimistic Kogan isn't just aiming at tablets, it's posted a video showing off a new IPTV that could do what...
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Sony and FIFA release more details on World Cup 2010 3D broadcast
Sony and FIFA have just released a list of World Cup 2010 games that'll be broadcast in 3D, with ESPN taking care of...
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Sharp squeezes DivX HD playback into new Quattron HDTVs
Apparently there was still a HDTV or two without the DivX stamp, but that should be mostly resolved now after a new deal with...
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People of Lava trumpet Android-packin' Scandinavia HDTV, one bodacious company name
Forget Sony, Vizio, Samsung, LG, Toshiba and Sharp -- those guys might have leverage in the production line, but they ain't got the pizazz...
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Who doesn't want Android and Intel in their HDTV? Panasonic & Samsung
Sure, selling $150~ 3D glasses and $80~ WiFi adapters for their HDTVs is no problem, but according to Bloomberg Samsung and Panasonic have...
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Redbox Launches Blu-ray Rentals
Redbox, the popular DVD rental kiosk provider, and wholly-owned subsidiary of Coinstar, Inc. (NASDAQ: CSTR) , today announced it has started rolling out Blu-ray(TM) titles...
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Samsung Introduces Pocket-Sized, Full-HD Camcorder with Swiveling Lens
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., a global leader in digital media and digital convergence technologies, today added to its point-and-shoot camcorder lineup with the introduction of...
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Panasonic Expands Its Award Winning Line of Full HD 3D Blu-ray Disc Players
Panasonic, an industry leader in Full HD 3D technology, announced today the expansion of its line of Full HD 3D Blu-ray(TM) Disc players to include...
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Panasonic Unveils the World's First 3D Consumer Camcorder, Complete With a 3D Conversion Lens
Panasonic today announced the launch of the Panasonic HDC-SDT750, the world's first consumer 3D camcorder, which includes a 3D conversion lens1 that enables the camcorder...
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DIRECTV and HISTORY(TM) Offer 3D Tour of 'THE UNIVERSE'
DIRECTV and HISTORY are taking viewers on an exclusive 3D tour of the solar system. Beginning Friday, July 30, HISTORY will deliver its first 3D...
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Onkyo Debuts the World's First 3D-Ready & THX Certified Integrated Home Theater System
Onkyo, a brand renowned worldwide for quality home entertainment technology, has introduced the world's first THX® I/S Plus™ Certified (Integrated System) and 3D-Ready packaged home...
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Digital Entertainment Content Ecosystem Unveils UltraViolet™ Brand
The Digital Entertainment Content Ecosystem LLC (DECE LLC), a cross-industry consortium dedicated to driving a new, open market for digital content distribution, today announced its...
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Verizon Adds Two New HD Channels to FiOS TV Lineup: Nat Geo WILD HD and...
Verizon's FiOS TV customers are seeing two new high-definition channels this month, as the company launches Nat Geo WILD HD and Investigation Discovery HD. These...
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Netflix To Launch Canadian Service for Streaming Movies and TV Episodes Later This Year
Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ:NFLX) , the leading Internet movie subscription service, today announced it will expand into Canada this fall offering unlimited movies and TV episodes...
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NASA Television Debuts Full-Time High Definition Channel
On Monday, July 19, NASA Television will launch a full-time High Definition (HD) channel that media, cable and satellite service providers can access for news...
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Warner Bros. and Netflix Announce Expanded Agreement Covering Streaming Content
Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Group and Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ:NFLX) today announced an expansion of the companies' existing streaming content agreement. The new agreement adds a...
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PlayStation®3 System the First and Only Console to Offer Hulu Plus(TM) in 2010
Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC (SCEA) and Hulu(TM), an online video service offering an expanded selection of television shows and movies, announced that the Hulu...
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XStreamHD(TM) Signs Distribution Agreement With Lionsgate® to Digitally Deliver the Latest Full HD Movies to...
XStreamHD, an emerging leader in the delivery and distribution of Full HD entertainment directly to the home, announced that it has entered into a long-term...
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LG Electronics Brings Content to Life With Suite of 3D Technology
LG Electronics takes entertainment to the next dimension by introducing a full suite of 3D technology products to help bring content to life for consumers....
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DISH Network Launches New Satellite to Boost Industry's Largest HD Offering
DISH Network L.L.C., the fastest-growing pay-TV provider in America, today announced the launch of EchoStar XV, the company's second successful satellite launch this year.
When EchoStar...
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Cool Gizmos - Gizmora
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'Qooq' A Computer For Kitchen
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The Solar Battery Charger
The solar battery charger is increasingly becoming an important product. As we depend on devices with batteries, we face a lot...
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Samsung Rogue SCH-U960
Samsung Rogue SCH-U960
Touchscreens are many but the new Samsung Rogue SCH-U960 stands tall by four inches long and two inches wide.You will go roar...
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Sony Walkman W-NWD-W202
Are you guys still using the old and outdated walkmans with those long strings like head phone. Then you guys must be wearing only...
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Gresso’s Symphonia MP3 players for the nouveau riche
Now Gresso is to diversify and has announced a collection of ultra-exclusive Mp3 players, to be called Symphonia, and the idea to create an Mp3...
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Sony Cybershot DSC-W80!!!
With the PMA 2007 show coming up the first PMA rumors are showing up in the numerous Internet forums and blogs. One of the rumors...
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CeBIT 2007 – Albatron to unveil world’s most powerful Mini-ITX Mainboard
Albatron Technology is hot for Hannover, Germany for this year’s CeBIT 2007 Exhibition, one of the top three computer tradeshows in the world. As always,...
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Print It! Go Get It! SmartShopper is Now Available
The newest, smallest, and what will become the most often used appliance in the kitchen has finally arrived! SmartShopper Electronics, Inc. announced today that their...
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Magistrate judge to decide if couple will be prosecuted for ’stalking’ officer
A Bartow County couple will go before a magistrate judge today to see if they will be arrested for allegedly stalking a Kennesaw police officer...
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Bigfoot Launches Cheaper Killer NIC Card
The Killer K1 is priced as low as $149.99 after rebates, and will be “available for a limited time from selected e-tailers,” the company said.
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