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• Apple replaces recalled USB power adapters

  Originally shipped with the iPhone 3G, the replacement adapters protect against electric shock.

  

  Computing | by Matt Burns | Tue Oct 7, 2008 1:10PM | 1 comment

  

  The replacement 3G iPhone USB chargers are now shipping from Apple less than a month after being recalled for faulty metal prongs. Apple originally announced a shipping date of October 10, 2008, but reports around the Internet state users are already receiving their new models. The updated adapters look the same expect sport a green circle on the metal prongs side to differentiate from the recalled versions. iPhone 3G owners can still order the replacement on Apple’s website or by visiting an Apple Store with their iPhone 3G and old adapter in-hand. 

   

  Profile pages:   Apple iPhone 3G, Apple, Apple iPhone

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• Media Port UP300x and UP300 headsets are introduced by Nikon

  Designed to be worn like a headset, the Nikon Media Port is a full-fledged personal media player.

  

  Mobile | by Matt Burns | Tue Oct 7, 2008 9:41AM | 4 comments

  

  Nikon  announced the innovative Media Port UP300x and UP300 multimedia playback headsets that cram a display, headphones, PMP functions, WiFi and power source into a mobile package that also allows for hands-free web browsing. Both of the models feature an eye glass-friendly retractable video screen that flips into view and presents a 50-inch equivalent viewing experience when in use. The high performance UP300x model is packed with 8 GB of internal memory, AV inputs for additional viewing sources and also motion sensing hands-free operation that allow wearers to move their head to control playback and volume levels. The standard UP300 retains the same basic functions as the high-end option, but is only equipped with 4 GB of internal memory and doesn’t support external inputs. These two headset PMPs are only going to be available from Nikon in Japan right now with the UP300x going for ￥69,800 ($638 USD) starting today and the UP300 coming soon for a yet-to-be-announced price. 

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  Profile pages:   Wi-Fi, PMP (Portable Media Player), Nikon, Nikon Media Port, Nikon Media Port UP300, Nikon Media Port UP300x

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• Asus introducing the world's first quad core gaming notebook

  Asus has updated its G71 gaming notebook to now employ an Intel Quad 2 Extreme processor.

  

  Gaming, Computing | by Matt Burns | Tue Oct 7, 2008 8:21AM | 0 comments

  

  Asus is updating its gaming notebook line by refreshing the G71 with an Intel Quad 2 Extreme-powered CPU instead of the previously installed Core 2 Duo CPU. The updated Asus G71 aims to up the gaming laptop ante through a 17-inch LCD and a NVIDA GeForce 9700M GT 512MB graphics card, along with up to 4GB of DDR3 1066MHz system memory paired with the QX9300 Intel Quad 2 Extreme CPU. The G71 also comes with Asus’s proprietary Eee Stick that translates hand movement into onscreen controls in a Wii Remote-type fashion. Asus has yet to announce pricing or availability of the updated G71, but this CPU-bump might signal that the next wave of gaming notebooks powered by multi-core processors are coming. 

  Profile pages:   GPU, Asus, Asus G71, CPU, Multi-core processors, Asus G series

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• Apple iPhone reaches 10 million units sold

  Influential multi-touch handset breaks Steve Jobs' 2008 iPhone sales goal, according to MacObserver.

  

  Mobile | by Matt Burns | Mon Oct 6, 2008 8:19PM | 0 comments

  

  Apple has allegedly exceeded the lofty goal of 10,000,000 iPhone's sold in 2008, according to Mac Observer. The report tracks every iPhone's 15-digit individual IMEI -- or International Mobile Equipment Identity – which contains a series of numbers that relate to production levels and was then deduced down to find the approximate number of sales. Many Wall Street analysts felt that Apple’s iPhone sales would fall short of this goal by years end, but the goal has apparently already been meet and the holiday spending spree has yet to start. The official Apple announcement will no doubt come during Steve Jobs' annual Macword keynote where he addresses shareholders and media alike.  

   [via Techmeme]

  Profile pages:   Apple iPhone, Apple iPhone 3G, Apple, Apple iPhone, IMEI

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• Logitech introduces the Harmony 510 universal remote

  Logitech's latest Harmony remote is its most affordable universal remote solution yet.

  

  Home A/V | by Matt Burns | Mon Oct 6, 2008 6:15PM | 0 comments

  

  The new Harmony 510 joins the rest of Logitech’s stable of universal remotes that aim to consolidate remotes, but this one achieves it with the lowest starting price yet. Just like other Harmony products, owners program this remote on a computer where they can customize up-to five different audio/video components interact via an infrared signal and thus eliminating multiple remotes. The Harmony 510 borrows most of its style cues from previous versions, while slightly reworking the button placement and adding four color-labeled universal buttons on the bottom row. Most notable though, the Harmony 510 remote launches with the lowest MSRP of any Harmony remote to date at $99.99, but a little searching online will reveal retailers selling it for even less. 

   

  Profile pages:   Logitech, universal remote control

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• New Samsung Instinct Firmware updates browser

  The latest firmware addresses problematic Internet issues that has plagued the Samsung Instinct cellphone.

  

  Mobile | by Matt Burns | Mon Oct 6, 2008 4:45PM | 0 comments

  

  The latest firmware update for the Samsung Instinct should resolve many of the criticisms of the handset thanks to a completely revamped Internet browser. The new browser allegedly runs ten times faster than the previous sluggish version, especially during web page rendering and UI movement. The progressive update started rolling out on September 24, 2008, which should automatically download via the Sprint Network, and install itself on the handset. In all, the update should provide a more snappy and enjoyable Internet browsing experience.

  Profile pages:   Samsung, Firmware, Sprint, Samsung Instinct

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• Sanyo developing a new, powerful Blu-ray laser

  A new, high-powered laser diode from Sanyo could bring faster Blu-ray burners and 100GB discs to the market.

  

  Home A/V, Computing | by Matt Burns | Mon Oct 6, 2008 3:40PM | 1 comment

  

  Sanyo has developed a powerful blue-violet laser diode that should produce Blu-ray advancements. The 450-milliwatt laser emits a beam twice as powerful as Sanyo's previous generation which means it write data at a quicker speed and can reach deeper data layers within an optical disc. With more layers, comes higher data storage capacities and so in practice, this setup can record a 100GB Blu-ray disc in just 10 minutes. Don't expect to see 12x Blu-ray burners or 100GB disc on the shelves before this year's holiday season though as the development cycle as just started for the new system meaning it's still two or three years away from mass production

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  Profile pages:   Sanyo

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