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sony
Sony Finally Achieves the Unholy Grail: A $2,000 Netbook
We're not sure if there's been a lot of clamoring for an crocodile-skin laptop, but Sony's new Vaio Signature Collection looks to fill that void. Even crazier is their customized Vaio P netbook, checking it at a crazy $2,000. More » -
audio
Apogee ONE Mac Audio Interface Has Built-In Mic, So You Sing Right Into It
Here's a nice one for Mac-using amateur musicians: Apogee's ONE is a multifunctional handheld device that features a built-in mic, preamp, and dedicated input/output. It works over USB and is designed for Garage Band, Final Cut and the like. More »
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By Dan NosowitzComment by frigg: That looks like a clever affordable little box, as long as it doesn't suck. Apogee started as a high end converter... 8 Responses | Other threads
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netbooks
Gateway LT3100 Netbook Runs an AMD Athlon Processor, LED Backlit 11-inch screen and Multitouch
What's up, Gateway? You think you're too good for the Atom? All the other netbooks are using it. Doesn't this really make your new LT3100 more of a tiny-screened, $400 laptop? Yes, plus LED backlight and multitouch. More » -
storage
Seagate's FreeAgent Go Offers World's First Bus-Powered 640GB 2.5-Inch Portable HDD
Seagate's FreeAgent Go line of hard drives is home of the first 640-gigabyte portable in the beloved USB bus-powered 2.5-inch form factor. More » -
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Toshiba NB205 Netbook Gets 8 and a Half Hours of Real-Time Battery Life
10-inch, Atom-based netbooks tend to blend together in the mind, as they all have similar specs and similar designs. But when you can boast an insane 8.5 hour battery life in real-world conditions, we sit up and take notice. More » -
android
T-Mobile myTouch 3G (AKA T-Mobile G2, HTC Magic, Google Ion) Coming This Summer
T-Mobile's followup to the G1 has gone through more than a few name changes, but it looks like we'll finally be seeing the American version—the T-Mobile myTouch 3G—this summer. More » -
pmps
Samsung YP-R1 PMP Plays Your Torrented Episodes of 30 Rock
We're loving Samsung's new line of PMPs, and as lifelong haters of forced video conversion, we're especially glad that Samsung's been throwing us torrent-using pirates a bone with great codec support and a 2.7-inch touchscreen in its new YP-R1 PMP. More »
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By Dan NosowitzComment by Joey Joe Joe Junior Shabadoo: I hate how I really want something like this, but I know if I do all the people at my... 8 Responses | Other threads
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laptops
MSI's Skinny 15.6-Inch X-Slim X600 Laptop Specs Revealed
We're not really sure about the market for a svelte-yet-comparatively-large-screened laptop like MSI's 15.6-inch X-Slim X600, but now we've got the full spec list so you can decide for yourself. More » -
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giz explains
Mobile Chipsets: WTF Are Atom, Tegra and Snapdragon?
Low-power processors aren't just for netbooks: These computers-on-a-chip are going to be powering our smartphones and other diminutive gadgets in the forseeable future. So what's the difference between the Atoms, Snapdragons and Tegras of the world? More » -
netbooks
Toshiba's First US-Bound Netbook Features LED-Backlit Screen and Monster Battery Life
Toshiba's NB205, similar to the NB200 available in the UK, will be coming to the US, and given Laptop Mag's glowing recommendation as possibly "the best netbook yet," we've got reason to be excited. -
netbooks
New Asus Eee Seashell Features 11.6-Inch Screen and 11-Hour Battery
We loved Asus' super-slim Eee Seashell, and it looks like Asus can see they might have a hit on their hands. In Asus' mind, that means it's time to bring on the new models, and the first seems to be an 11.6-inch Seashell with an alleged 11-hour battery life. More » -
mods
Absurd Liquid-Cooled Desk Computer Is a Tribute to Mod Excess
One year ago, some Popular Mechanics editors set out with the broad goal of building the most ridiculously extravagant PC mod they could. This is what they came up with. More »
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By John HerrmanComment by toreil: Amazing!!! I bet you could get brilliant airflow over that thing if you leave both sides of the desk open... 13 Responses | Other threads
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diy
Convert a Gadget From Money-Sucking Batteries to AC Power
Every parent knows the constant cycle of buying or recharging batteries for kid-related products—but the Instructables web site has some guides to modifying your gadgets to use AC power instead of batteries. [Lifehacker]
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Comment by RoFLKOPTr: Why are there so many people bitching about this article? It's not like you're going to be stripping a computer... 5 Responses | Other threads
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apple
Apple Assembles Chip Design Team, Plans Custom iPhone Guts
The WSJ reports that Apple is putting together an all-star chip design team, starting with the former CTO of AMD, to work on in-house units for mobile devices. Old habits die hard. More »
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By John HerrmanComment by Zweben: Why would they add hardware to help it play high-definition videos? It can't even play standard definition videos in... 4 Responses | Other threads
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data transfer
Pointless Fun Hacks: Transfer Files Using Your Soundcard
Some ubergeek named Viktor Lofgren devised a way of transfering files between computers using soundcards and noises, following the basic principles used for modems. All you need are two soundcard-equipped computers, speakers and a microphone. More » -
rumor
Wii Costs 45% Less to Manufacture, Nintendo Rolling In Dough
Though Nintendo's Wii can't always be the top seller, the company isn't hurting for profits. According to a Japanese investor, the cost of manufacturing the Wii is down about 45% thanks to new technology. Since the Wii was turning a profit at the already-inexpensive price of $250, if this rumor is to be believed, Nintendo is positively exploding with profits. That's nearly double the profits, which means even if by some insane fluke the Wii goes on a steady downturn, Nintendo will still be doing just fine. And it means that if they need to, Nintendo can cut the Wii's price down quite a bit, and pass the savings onto us grateful consumers. Congratulations to Nintendo for their heroic slaying of the fallen economy! [Kotaku]
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By Dan NosowitzComment by Lance eagles3strong: That's Nintendo for you. I seem to remember reading, probably here, that they have always been selling wii's at... 14 Responses | Other threads
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review
iMac 2009 Review
Apple may seem different than other companies, but the recession is kicking their ass too. The move they made with the new iMac was the smartest they could make under the circumstances—it's a great deal. -
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Mac Mini 2009 Review
The Mac Mini is the greatest Mac that never was, always just a little too expensive and/or a little too underfeatured to be perfect. This time it's closer than ever to perfection—but still falls short. More » -
olpc
Negroponte Open Sources OLPC Hardware Design, Invites Copy-Cats
The embattled OLPC program, already reeling from job cuts and salary decreases, is making one final attempt to stay afloat: Open source everything and hope enough companies copy the design to make it profitable. More » -
apple
Apple's New Head of iPhone and iPod Hardware Engineering Starts Soon
Apple has cleared the way for Mark Papermaster to start working as head of iPod and iPhone development, starting April 24th. The previous roadblock was a non-compete clause from his time at IBM. More »
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By Brian LamComment by Kaiser-Machead: I'm sure someone will associate his last name with copying, and pasting. Just like I did. 4 Responses | Other threads
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retromodo
The First Ever Apple Computer Running Windows
Yesterday we missed this in our look at the first review of Windows ever: Here's the first known photo of an Apple computer running Windows 1.0 software. Yes, Mr. Bootcamp, Windows on Apple in 1983. More »
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By Jesus DiazComment by vista64guy: Yea, Microsoft ripped off Apple and Apple ripped of Xerox. Poor Xerox is the real loser. 15 Responses | Other threads
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processors
Breakthrough Spintronics Single-Electron Pump To Bring Faster, More Efficient Processors
Stay with me for a second here: Imagine a chip that can transport electrons while controlling the way they are rotating. OK, forget about this. I don't really know what I'm talking about. They do: More »
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By Jesus DiazComment by Mark McHaney: Why is it always necessary for scientists to explain things in the most complicated manner possible? 20 Responses | Other threads
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logitech
Question of the Day: What's Your Favorite Mouse of All Time?
Today is the 40th anniversary of the mouse. Since then, it's evolved into different shapes, sprouted buttons, lost its tail and mutated all kinds of other crazy ways. But everyone has a favorite.
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Comment by OMG! Ponies!: Microsoft Optical Trackball. It never had the highest resolution, but it's comfortable and built to last. I've had... 17 Responses | Other threads
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retromodo
Hardware Hoarder Builds Australia's Largest Computer Museum In His House
Max Burnet worked with computers for his whole life, and he hasn't strayed far in retirement: he's collected a massive amount of vintage computer hardware in his house, creating the what is claimed to be the largest collection of its kind in Australia, and one of the most extensive in the world. He's got everything from a 20s era electro-mechanical tote board to punch card mainframes to the Apple Lisa in his huge stockpile, and odd curios aren't neglected; he's got early hard drive and RAM specimens, as well as a library of over 6000 vintage computing manuals. More »
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By John HerrmanComment by methane: Does anyone else here remember using a hole-punch to make a 5.25" disk double sided? Or is it just... 7 Responses | Other threads
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gears of war
Gears of War 2 Zune Gets Us Excited For Alien Homicide
Microsoft's other popular Xbox 360 shooter is Gears of War 2, which hits stores tomorrow. We already got hands-on coverage of the custom-painted, custom-content Zune that accompanies this global marketing push, but here are some more shots of the exterior and some more details about what you get when you buy one. More »
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By Jason ChenComment by Jrsy Devil's Food Cake®: I've lost track. Is this the 14 or 15th custom painted, custom content loaded Zune that Microsoft is shilling? 8 Responses | Other threads
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clocks
Gear Clock Tells Time, Lies About Everything Else
You'd think that this $78 Jumbo Gear Clock sleeps alright knowing that, unlike its digital counterparts, it features 50 exposed moving gears that show off the otherwise hidden complexity of clockwork. But the Jumbo Gear Clock does not sleep well at all. The Jumbo Gear Clock lays awake at night because the Jumbo Gear Clock is a lying phony. More » -
clips
MacBook Pro Dissected in Stop Motion
We've already seen the new MacBook and MacBook Pro dissected, but that's no longer enough. We're internet readers. We need larger and larger doses of information injections lest our bodies drop to the floor in Hello Kittyless convulsion. So here's an entertaining, if not a little superficial, disassembly and reassembly of the new MacBook Pro. Watch it to fulfill your own morbid curiosity of seeing your favorite gadgets autopsied. [TechRestore] -
video games
Preoder the Linux Evo Smart Console, Toss the 360/PS3/Wii
More than one major software developer has argued on behalf of a one console future, a way that they could make games for a single system and maybe even circumvent royalty rates paid to Sony or Nintendo to take part on their platforms. Well here it is, whiners. Go ahead and make games to your heart's content. The Evo Smart Console is essentially a Linux based PC loaded with an AMD 64x2 processor, ATI Radeon 3200 graphics and 2GB of RAM, but it hopes to offer cloud storage and social networking through its included Evo Network. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by Ashground: Anyone else find it funny that my PS3 was cheaper, can also run Linux, and... actually has games? Seriously, this is... 3 Responses | Other threads
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microsoft
Microsoft BlueTrack Mouse: Laser Precision On Any Surface
Following the other poorly kept secrets from Redmond this week, Microsoft officially announced their game-changing BlueTrack mouse that's been making the rounds lately. The BlueTrack takes the best parts of optical and laser mice and adds a massive blue beam to create a precise mouse that works on almost any surface. Seriously, I tested it out on granite, carpet, wood, and Samuel L. Jackson's bald head*, and it tracked impressively the whole time. The 2.4 GHz BlueTrack comes in two varieties: A $100 rechargeable full-sizer and a $80 mini that runs on AAs. It's out in November, press release after the jump. More »
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Comment by SlinkyDink: Hey Giz, why no special "Micro$oft Free" version of Gizomodo for those of us who can't be bothered to read... 7 Responses | Other threads
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New Sony Reader
Sony to Drop New Reader Hardware in October?
If this press event invite is any indication, that's the way things are looking. The date is set for October 2, and it all goes down at the Bookmark Lounge of the Library Hotel here in New York. Hmm, there couldn't be any book connotation to all of that, could there? On this day of press events, it seems like Sony's jumping into the fray as well to update their year-old Reader hardware before Xmas. We'll keep you posted. [Sony Reader]
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By John MahoneyComment by Curves: The ad makes it look like they are marketing it strictly to women. Makes one wonder why...... 4 Responses | Other threads
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iphone 3g
iPhone 3G Antenna Re-Tested With Problem Phone: Still Nothing Wrong With Hardware
In response to claims that their original iPhone 3G test was not valid because the phone used was in good working order, Swedish scientists gathered up 2 iPhones from users that were experiencing reception problems. Once again, testing showed that there was nothing wrong with the antennas. Obviously, you can't test every phone, but it seems pretty clear that the iPhone antenna is not the problem here. [Goteborgs-Posten via AppleInsider]
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By Sean FallonComment by Denholm: Seems to be some kind of weird incompatibility between some 3G networks and the Infineon chipset in the 3G iPhone.... 3 Responses | Other threads
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zune
Microsoft Fesses Up to 120GB Zune, Laughs While We Eat Their Breadcrumbs
When an FCC filing reveals a company's product, there's usually this awkward silence from all corporate parties involved who wait for an arbitrary date to make any real announcements. Microsoft, proving that they do indeed read the internet, has admitted their plans to release a 120GB Zune and teased developments to come: More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by OMG! Ponies!: Sigh. If I didn't have a (now, after being replaced with a refurb) perfectly-functioning iPod classic, I'd be interested. Also, I... 6 Responses | Other threads
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military
Six Fun Things to Do With Serious Military Hardware at a Russian Armaments Show
The International Defense Exhibition of Land Forces went down in Moscow this past weekend, and it seems like it was a pretty a great time, judging from these photos sent in to our good friends at English Russia. First stop, obviously, is to strap on the Tevas and nautical print Hawaiian shirt for a quick sit in this bad-ass anti-aircraft (I think?) battery. And as you can imagine, that's not all the fun to be had for the whole family with all the heavy weapons around. More »
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By John MahoneyComment by NYJATT911: @vasha: Rolls Royce is British and yes, everything is cuz of the Brits...They started industries which in turn lead to mass... 1 Responses | Other threads
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12-core
AMD Roadmap Points To Twelve-Core Procs In Two Years
Much like those involving shaving razors and social networks, the Processor Wars are escalating. That's good for us, especially gamers, but maybe things are getting ridiculous considering how hard multicore programming still is. More »
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By Matt HickeyComment by Accelerata: AMD and Intel are both playing catchup in the multicore arena. depending on what you want to call a core,... more » | Other threads
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ps3
Sony Knows What Went Wrong With the PS3
In a non-exclusive round table with various outlets like us, Kotaku and Engadget this morning, Sony Computer Entertainment America's CEO Jack Tretton gave us some great looks behind the public curtain of the PlayStation brand. In short, they know what's wrong with the way they made the PS3, and they know how to fix it. In Jack's words, "we know what we're doing," but it's going to take a long time to atone for past missteps.
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By Jason ChenComment by getz76: Tretton is full of crap. The Xbox 360 is a better experience, in general, for the gamer and the developer. It... more » | Other threads
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packard bell
Packard Bell (!?) Launches Gaming Desktop Line
Packard Bell—previously referred to as Packard Hell and Packard Smell—is diving head-first into the gaming PC market with the ipower X2.0, a gaming rig that features full customization at a decent price. It's aimed squarely at offerings from Acer and Ares. The Intel-based machines give customers their choice of ATI or Nvidia graphics, disk drives, audio options, TV tuners and other add-ons. In addition, the PC features advanced cooling, including a silent water cooling system. The boxes are expected for this holiday season at about $2000, and we're hoping they're nothing like the PBs of the past. [Trusted Reviews]
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By Matt HickeyComment by videoCWK: Packard Bell? I don't know how to react to this, but I guess I'll start by sitting in the middle of... more » | Other threads
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hardware
MRAM: A Blockbuster Slated for 2015 Release
The Good News: Toshiba and Hitachi are both flaunting new technologies to make MRAM (the successor to DRAM) more plausible for public consumption. Plus, the United States and Korea both have begun national-level projects to develop the tech. More »
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