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Cryptic Talks Star Trek Online's Space Combat, Away Missions, and Competing with WoW
Cryptic Talks Star Trek Online's Space Combat, Away Missions, and Competing with WoW
maximumpc.com — We chat with Craig Zinkievich, executive producer at Cryptic Studios, about making a game for Trekkers and competing with World of Warcraft Set 30 years after Star Trek: Nemesis (the last film before the J.J. Abrams reboot), Star Trek Online puts you in the shoes of a captain in a newly ... (more) Cryptic Talks Star Trek Online's Space Combat, Away ...
Sony: PlayStation 3 to be 3D-capable via firmware update
techspot.com — In a presentation with investors, Sony revealed that it would introduce 3D stereoscopic technology to the PlayStation 3 as a part of its strategy to achieve profitability. The company plans to introduce a system-wide firmware update that will add 3D functionality to the PlayStation 3. (more) Sony: PlayStation 3 to be 3D-capable via firmware update
Dell Adds Multitouch Studio 17 to Laptop Lineup
Dell Adds Multitouch Studio 17 to Laptop Lineup
maximumpc.com — For those who have expressed the need to streak a glossy, high resolution, 17-inch display with your greasy fingers, Dell has just made your dream come true. Today, Dell announced a multitouch display version of its Studio 17 laptop. According to Anne C at the Direct2Dell community blog , ... (more) Dell Adds Multitouch Studio 17 to Laptop Lineup
iSuppli: DDR3 to account for over half of DRAM shipments by Q2 2010
techspot.com — The shift from DDR2 to DDR3 has been long underway, and research group iSuppli believes the transition will reach a critical point in the second quarter of next year. The outfit predicts DDR3 shipments will rise to account for over half of the global DRAM market by spring 2010, leaving DDR2 ... (more) iSuppli: DDR3 to account for over half of DRAM shipments ...
iSuppli: DDR3 to account for 50.9% of DRAM shipments in Q2 2010
techspot.com — The shift from DDR2 to DDR3 has been long underway, and research group iSuppli believes the transition will reach a critical point in the second quarter of next year. The outfit predicts DDR3 shipments will rise to account for over half of the global DRAM market by spring 2010, leaving DDR2 ... (more) iSuppli: DDR3 to account for 50.9% of DRAM shipments in ...
SSDs with TRIM Support
SSDs with TRIM Support
maximumpc.com — I’m looking to get a new SSD for my laptop when Windows 7 comes out, and I just read a review on Newegg warning about a drive not supporting Win7’s TRIM feature. A Google search gave me the basics on TRIM, but how important is it, really? I’m having trouble finding which drives support it and ... (more) SSDs with TRIM Support
Download Google Chrome OS for free
Download Google Chrome OS for free
gdgt.com — gdgt Browse Finder Discuss Features Add new login register | close Login You must be logged in to do that. Username Password Remember me login Forgot password? Don't have an account yet? Register here . Or login using your Facebook account: Connect ... (more) Download Google Chrome OS for free
Facebook named third most popular video website behind YouTube and Hulu
techspot.com — If you needed any more proof of just how large and important social networking has become, the following bit of news should convince you. When you think of online video, sites like YouTube and Hulu probably come to mind, but you should add Facebook to that list. The social networking giant is ... (more) Facebook named third most popular video website behind ...
Cloud Engine announces Pogoplug 2
Cloud Engine announces Pogoplug 2
icrontic.com — Pogoplug allows users to access data stored on external hard drives from anywhere on the ‘net by connecting them to the Pogoplug device and registering with Cloud Engine’s website. (more) Cloud Engine announces Pogoplug 2
Microsoft Details Features of IE9
Microsoft Details Features of IE9
maximumpc.com — Attendees at Microsoft’s Professional Developer Conference in Los Angeles got a sneak preview of IE9 yesterday. From what was presented it’s not really clear what type of personality IE9 will take on. Ray Ozzie, chief software architect, stated Microsoft want’s IE9 to be “a good balance ... (more) Microsoft Details Features of IE9
Patriot introduces new PS-100 SSD series
techspot.com — Patriot has announced the release of its PS-100 solid-state drive series. The new lineup is the latest in the company's "cache-based" SSDs, and targets budget-minded consumers seeking the performance and reliability of solid-state technology without having to spend big. (more) Patriot introduces new PS-100 SSD series
Barnes and Noble's Nook already Sold Out for the Holidays
Barnes and Noble's Nook already Sold Out for the Holidays
maximumpc.com — Get ready for a blue Christmas if the only thing you asked for this holiday season was a Nook e-book reader. The device's popularity apparently caught Barnes and Noble off guard, who has sold out of the its initial supply and said preorders have exceeded expectations. And if you listed Sony's ... (more) Barnes and Noble's Nook already Sold Out for the Holidays
BioShock 2 Multiplayer Trailer Shows Killing Spree
shacknews.com — New BioShock 2 gameplay footage has risen from the murky depths of the Internet to show a little from one of the multiplayer modes created by Digital Extremes for 2K Marin's subaqueous shooter sequel, including a glimpse of 'Trial' challenges.  ... (more) BioShock 2 Multiplayer Trailer Shows Killing Spree
Hynix unveils 40nm 2Gb DDR3 IC
Hynix unveils 40nm 2Gb DDR3 IC
icrontic.com — The trend in die shrinks, improved performance, and lower power consumption continues as memory chip maker Hynix released details of their 256mb chips built on a new 40mm process. (more) Hynix unveils 40nm 2Gb DDR3 IC
Sony working on digital store for music, movies, books
techspot.com — Sony is reportedly gearing up to launch an online portal for digital entertainment. The new store, named Sony Online Service, will sell music, movies, and books along with other downloadable applications for mobile gadgets. The company's new service will enter into a competitive market, with ... (more) Sony working on digital store for music, movies, books
Trillian Now Available for iPhone, iPod Touch
Trillian Now Available for iPhone, iPod Touch
maximumpc.com — Better late than never, and while it took a long time, iPhone and iPod touch users can now download Trillian , the multiprotocol IM client, through Apple's App Store. The $4.99 app comes with many of the same features as its desktop counterpart, including grouped and sorted contacts. Tabbed ... (more) Trillian Now Available for iPhone, iPod Touch
No BS Podcast #125: Did You Hear About the Apple Tablet, Made by Apple?
No BS Podcast #125: Did You Hear About the Apple Tablet, Made by Apple?
maximumpc.com — Google's Chrome OS press conference gave us plenty to discuss on this week's No BS Podcast . We give you a recap of what juicy nuggets were revealed, and explain why Windows won't be replaced by Chrome any time soon. We also talk about benchmarking a dual-Radeon 5970 system, comparing it to ... (more) No BS Podcast #125: Did You Hear About the Apple Tablet, ...
Details of Intel's 32nm Atom emerge, on track for 2011
techspot.com — According to Fudzilla, some new information has emerged about Intel's 2011 Atom platform, which will be a successor to the imminent Pine Trail platform. Codenamed Cedar Trail, the 2011 refresh should bring the first Atom processors built with a 32nm fabrication. Behind the scenes, Fudzilla says ... (more) Details of Intel's 32nm Atom emerge, on track for 2011
Sony Unveils Its Answer to Apple's iTunes
Sony Unveils Its Answer to Apple's iTunes
businessweek.com — The tech giant will launch an online store selling music, movies, books, and other downloadable applications for mobile products By Kenji Hall Sony ( SNE ) is taking a page from Apple's playbook ( AAPL ). On Nov. 19, Sony said it plans to launch an ... (more) Sony Unveils Its Answer to Apple's iTunes
Cedar trail 2011 Atom platform is 32nm
Cedar trail 2011 Atom platform is 32nm
fudzilla.com — Cedarview is the CPU (more) Cedar trail 2011 Atom platform is 32nm
Razer Sphex Mousepad Review
Razer Sphex Mousepad Review
ocmodshop.com — > Cheap, but not on performance Remember a few generations ago when civilization thought it had arrived once there were flying cars and lasers all over the place? Well I'm still waiting on my H.P. Hovercraft, but laser technology is so common that ... (more) Razer Sphex Mousepad Review
No SLI for the GT 240
fudzilla.com — No need for it (more) No SLI for the GT 240
Review: Sony KDL-37W5500
Review: Sony KDL-37W5500
techradar.com — The Sony KDL-37W5500 is part of the Bravia W5500 range and sits squarely in the middle of Sony's current LCD TV lineup. Other models in the range include the KDL-32W5500 and the KDL-40W5500 . But while it's nothing special aesthetically, its ... (more) Review: Sony KDL-37W5500
LIVE client 3.1 to be released 11/19/09
forums.gamesforwindows.com — What s new in 3.1: An update to the in-game client to support DirectX 11 for future titles, such as Dirt 2 from Codemasters. An update to the downloadable Games for Windows LIVE client software to make finding content for games easier. Bug fixes. As ... (more) LIVE client 3.1 to be released 11/19/09
Microsoft denies it built 'backdoor' in Windows 7
computerworld.com — Computerworld - Microsoft today denied that it has built a backdoor into Windows 7, a concern that surfaced yesterday after a senior National Security Agency (NSA) official testified before Congress that the agency had worked on the operating system. ... (more) Microsoft denies it built 'backdoor' in Windows 7
Why Chrome OS will fail -
Why Chrome OS will fail -
infoworld.com — Why Chrome OS will fail -- big time A lack of flexibility will doom Google's latest ego trip to the dustbin of history The Chrome OS is here -- sort of. This week, Google was kind of enough to give the world a sneak peek at its nascent desktop ... (more) Why Chrome OS will fail -
Want To Try Out Google Chrome OS For Yourself? Here’s How.
Want To Try Out Google Chrome OS For Yourself? Here’s How.
techcrunch.com — The public debut of Google Chrome OS today has the press abuzz over the potential of the new web-based operating system. And now that it’s open sourced, you have the chance to try it out for yourself. Unfortunately, most people aren’t ready to ... (more) Want To Try Out Google Chrome OS For Yourself? ...
Thermaltake SD100 mini ITX Home Theater Chassis
Thermaltake SD100 mini ITX Home Theater Chassis
legitreviews.com — Thermaltake introduced the SD100 to target the Mini-ITX home theater HTPC market. With a sleek, glossy black exterior and well ventilated interior, the SD100 is designed to be functional while blending into the rest of a high tech home theater ... (more) Thermaltake SD100 mini ITX Home Theater Chassis
OCZ to unveil USB 3.0 solid state drive at CES 2010
OCZ to unveil USB 3.0 solid state drive at CES 2010
techspot.com — There just seem to be no stopping OCZ Technology when it comes to solid-state drive development. The company recently expanded their already impressive lineup with the 3.5-inch Colossus series, and touted a new and improved generation of drives based on controllers from startup SandForce. Now ... (more) OCZ to unveil USB 3.0 solid state drive at CES 2010
ASUS HP-100U Dolby Headphone Set
ASUS HP-100U Dolby Headphone Set
overclock3d.net — Today we take a look at ASUS' Mobile Dolby Headphone Set. Have they produced another winner? (more) ASUS HP-100U Dolby Headphone Set
Asus Sabertooth 55i TUF P55 Motherboard
overclock3d.net — Asus have long been known as a premier manufacturer of motherboards and are perhaps one of the first enthusiasts look to when demanding both performance and quality. So it was no surprise to me that Asus have answered this call by releasing a new ... (more) Asus Sabertooth 55i TUF P55 Motherboard
SilverStone SG04B-H
SilverStone SG04B-H
techwarelabs.com — Introduction: Sometimes you want the best of both worlds; you want a small easily tote-able case and all the graphics power of a good gaming caliber rig. I give you the SilverStone SG04, a case that promises to have both small form factor size and the ... (more) SilverStone SG04B-H
Cisco launches iPhone security app
Cisco launches iPhone security app
news.cnet.com — Cisco Systems' new App Store entry, featuring customized alerts and threat information delivered to the handheld device, targets security professionals. (more) Cisco launches iPhone security app
ASUSTeK Computer Inc.
asus.com — ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All rights reserved. (more) ASUSTeK Computer Inc.
Radeon HD 5970 supplies dry up quick, not a big surprise
techspot.com — The expected took place this week after ATI launched their latest dual-GPU graphics card. In our review we praised the card for its performance and relative efficiency, however we were quick to conclude that its immediate success would primarily depend on availability. Other cards in the Radeon ... (more) Radeon HD 5970 supplies dry up quick, not a big surprise
Blu-ray Disc gaining popularity in consumer segment
Blu-ray Disc gaining popularity in consumer segment
digitimes.com — Global demand for Blu-ray Disc (BD) players and movie discs is expected to steadily increase as average retail prices for players will drop from US$193 currently to US$77 in 2012 while blank media will drop from US$5 to US$1.50, according to ... (more) Blu-ray Disc gaining popularity in consumer segment
Novell: It's Tough to Make Money with Open Source, "Keep it Proprietary"
Novell: It's Tough to Make Money with Open Source, "Keep it Proprietary"
maximumpc.com — Despite the growing popularity of open source software, there's still the issue of how to make money with it. No easy task, warns Miguel de Icaza , Vice President of Novell, who also heads up the firm's open source Mono project. "If your livelihood depends on the product that you're ... (more) Novell: It's Tough to Make Money with Open Source, "Keep ...
Rising Enterprise Data Disasters Blamed on Human Error
Rising Enterprise Data Disasters Blamed on Human Error
maximumpc.com — A rising number of data flubs has caused some to question whether the benefits of cloud computing truly outweigh the risks, but is that really a fair assessment? The eggheads at Kroll Ontrack don't think so, who point out that the recent spike in data losses with corporate enterprises is simply ... (more) Rising Enterprise Data Disasters Blamed on Human Error
Dell's 3Q Sales and Profits Fall Flat
Dell's 3Q Sales and Profits Fall Flat
maximumpc.com — Dell didn't deliver in the third quarter the way analysts were expecting, instead missing the mark even on modest expectations, Businessweek reports. According to the OEM's earnings report, sales dropped 15 percent to $12.9 billion. Net income took a bigger hit and fell by 54 percent to $337 ... (more) Dell's 3Q Sales and Profits Fall Flat
Boitier In Win Fanqua, plutôt concluant dans les faits : Introduction
cowcotland.com — In Win est une marque de boitiers qui mise beaucoup sur le style de ses produits, et par moment, cela se fait au détriment des fonctionnalités. Mais la marque semble avoir réagit, surtout avec sa dernière création, le Fanqua. Un boitier "Apacher" à ... (more) Boitier In Win Fanqua, plutôt concluant dans les faits : ...
Ozone SMOG gaming mouse review
Ozone SMOG gaming mouse review
guru3d.com — Smog is one of the most extreme mouse's I have tested personally in a while and we've seen a good number of them. Smog is as versatile as can be and not only that it's a very ergonomic mouse with a great feel and guess what an affordable sales price ... (more) Ozone SMOG gaming mouse review
Palit GeForce GT 240 Sonic 1 GB
techpowerup.com — Today NVIDIA launches their first GDDR5 graphics card. The new GeForce GT 240 is based on NVIDIA's brand-new 40 nm G215 graphics processor and features 96 shaders. Palit has built an overclocked "Sonic" Edition card that comes with high clock speeds ... (more) Palit GeForce GT 240 Sonic 1 GB
Leadtek GT 220
Leadtek GT 220
bjorn3d.com — Need a small low platform video card for your HTPC? Look no further than the Leadtek GT220! This card will satisfy all your HTPC needs as well as some minor gaming! (more) Leadtek GT 220
Lenovo responds to laptop reliability study
Lenovo responds to laptop reliability study
bit-tech.net — Lenovo has responded to a SquareTrade study into brand reliability, questioning both the methodology and the motives. (more) Lenovo responds to laptop reliability study
Dragon Age: Origins DLC announced
Dragon Age: Origins DLC announced
bit-tech.net — Bioware has announced the first piece of DLC for Dragon Age: Origins, Return to Ostagar. (more) Dragon Age: Origins DLC announced
Eyefinity Challenge in Dallas, TX
Eyefinity Challenge in Dallas, TX
hardocp.com — AMD, HardOCP, 100 gamers, five ATI Radeon HD 5870 Eyefinity boxes, 5 single display boxes, and Call of Duty 4 team deathmatch. You got to like that. And one Eyefinity box to play Modern Warfare 2 on projected onto three screens giving you over 24 ... (more) Eyefinity Challenge in Dallas, TX
AXUS FiT 500E Five-Bay RAID DAS Server Introduction :
AXUS FiT 500E Five-Bay RAID DAS Server Introduction :
tweaktown.com — Vote: Thumbs Down or Thumbs Up Our Rating: 88% Manufacturer: AXUS Microsystems Ad Placeholder Introduction The Promise DS4600 review was quite popular and even I was surprised at the number of people talking about it. Up until now we focused primarily ... (more) AXUS FiT 500E Five-Bay RAID DAS Server Introduction :
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