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Breaking: Apple Blocks iTunes Sync on the Palm Pre

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We feared this day, and yet here it is: Apple has blocked the Palm Pre from syncing with iTunes 8 with its latest iTunes 8.2.1 update, according to Engadget Mobile.Apple's Software Update says in the install dialog that the new version "provides a number of important bug fixes and addresses an...

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Got a cracked Kindle 2? Maybe you can join the $5M class action lawsuit against Amazon

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Section: Gadgets / Other, Household, Lifestyle, Miscellaneous, Peripherals, Web The Kindle is once again making the news. Only this time, not for a rave review and gushing praise. This time the coverage is because of a $5 million class action suit being thrown at Amazon due to a number...

From the “because you can” department: iPhone server farms

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Hey, the iPhone is a little computer! What do you do with little computers? You stick ‘em in racks and make big logical computers! Imagine being able to harness the awesome computing power of five iPhones to … umm … do stuff. Maybe run a web server from your iPhone? Huh.

There will be some sort of PSN App Store for ‘snackable’ games

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Yup, there will be a PSN App Store of sorts. Sony admitted as much, saying that it will focus on “snackable” games. Presumably “snackable” means short, fun games that you’d play while on the elevator, waiting in line at the bank, etc. Think Brick Breaker for BlackBerry.

Microsoft to Open Retail Stores Next to Apple’s

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Here’s a tale of bad neighbors waiting to unravel: Microsoft is planning to set up shop right next to its worst enemy, Apple.

Woot! Refurbished 80GB Zune + home AV dock for $150

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Forget media-streaming set-top boxes and plunk down $150 on this 80GB Zune with free Home AV Pack deal that Woot! has going on (today only). The Zune is refurbished, yes, but it comes with a 90-day warranty direct from Microsoft and the AV dock is brand new.

Zipcar announces upcoming iPhone app

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Filed under: Odds and ends, iPhoneIf you're a car-free urbanite you've probably seen mention of Zipcar, or noticed one of their branded vehicles out and about.

Asus Eee PC T91 available ( was ) and reviewed

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Click here to see more Yep, Amazon and others had pile of T91's but they seems to be all gone in few hours..If you didn't get one, you might wanna check these reviews:Engadget: great ideas coupled with mediocre hardwareGizmodo: Keep DreamingLiliputing: The T91 is a mixed bagGottaBeMobile: For...

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Gates: Natal coming to Windows

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I didn’t put it in quotes because he more endorsed it than straight up said it was happening, but I think we all know that if the big guy sees it happening, it’s probably happening sometime soon.

Verbatim Lets You Back it Up Without a Power Cord

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Today's external storage options lets you back up everything on your computer, and take all your files with you easily.Yesterday, Hitachi announced some extra-tough portable hard drives.

The official Kindle 2 case is cracking the Kindle 2, $5 million lawsuit filed

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It seems that the Kindle 2 has an issue when used with the official protective case: it cracks. Obviously everyone that spent $30 on the case that’s suppose to protect the Kindle from such damage isn’t too happy right now.

Aircell now offers Gogo pricing for shorter flights

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Any in-flight Wi-Fi fans in the audience? Listen up, kids. Aircell announced new pricing for their Gogo service today and it applies to those flying extremely short distances, like 1.5 hours.

Thirty-eight Wii accessories for $38? What’s the catch?

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If you’ve just purchased the Nintendo Wii, let me be the first to tell you that you’re going to need to set aside at least as much as you spent on the console in an “accessory fund” — hopefully interest-bearing.

Nerd Jokes: Someone spelled ‘Pittsburgh’ wrong in Morse Code, ROFL!

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The Grant Building in downtown Pittsburgh has been spelling out the city’s name in Morse Code via a flashing red light on the top of the structure since 1929. Except that a local grad student recently decoded the message to spell out “PITETSBKRRH” instead.

DYMO LabelWriter 450 Twin Turbo Unboxing

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So you’ve been introduced to the DYMO LabelWriter 450 line, which is basically a duo of specialized printers designed to facilitate label printing.

The Rocking Horse

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This Rocking Horse created by Felix Götze. He noticed three year old Otto Komei is watching out..(more...

Review: The Conduit (Wii)

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I now have a reason to ignore my PS3 and Xbox 360. The Wii finally has a decent “next-gen” shooter thanks to High Voltage and Sega. I hate to backtrack, but let’s take a step back for a second before I dive into this review.

Logitech PS3 Drums

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If you want a lot of bang for your literal buck, then you need to think hard about the new Logitech PS3 drum kit, with the high price of $230. Although for some reason the company decided to go with a USB instead of Bluetooth, the drum kit really isn’t too shabby.

Microsoft support for Office 2000 officially ends

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Section: Computers, Software / ApplicationsThis week Microsoft released a technical preview of many of the features included in its latest version of MS Office. While Microsoft was showing off all of Office 2010’s bells and whistles, the company quietly ended support for MS Office 2000...

Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen DLC inbound later this summer

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Activision and Luxoflux would announce new DLC for T:ROTF on the day my review goes live. D’oh! Over TEN new multiplayer characters including ultimate fan favorites such as G1 Starscream and movie favorites like Sideswipe. Three all-new multiplayer maps.

Disclaimer: These are coasters not wormholes to other worlds

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I have a confession: I love me some Stargate. It’s my guilty pleasure. Star Trek is okay, Star Wars will always be a classic, I never got into BSG, but I can tell you almost anything about the Stargate universe.

Thanko rolls out USB can cooler and heater

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Yet another USB gadget from Thanko: This time the Tokyo-based company surprises us with a USB can cooler and heater [JP]. That’s right, you basically get two practical devices for the price of one (a simple switch does the trick).

Project Natal could be coming to Windows

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Section: Computers, Software / Applications, Gaming, Accessories Back in the start of June, Microsoft made quite an impression on many people when it announced Project Natal for the Xbox 360 on the stage at E3. The technology allows for full body movement, face recognition and voice commands...

Bang & Olufsen BeoTime clock/remote thinks it’s a flute

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Now, it’s Bang & Olufsen time, so please suspend all disbelief and reset your “it’s how much?!” shock reaction. The Danish company has unveiled its latest product, and we’ve a feeling Alyson Hannigan would approve.

Daily Crunch: Kitteh Kapture Edition

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Google Android, now on your computerFinally: Time-release caffeine capsulesEGG Mouse mini: Japanese company sells extra-compact PC mouseVideo: Will Office 2010 break the Excel Demo Scene?Epson Japan to sell super-cute Hello Kitty...

Spending $4,500 on an OQO model 2+ is awesome

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Man, I wish I had crazy money like the OQO fanboy that spend $4,500 on a used, but still unreleased, OQO model 2+. I mean, it only makes sense to spend that kind of money on a device that is only marginally better than a Viliv X70 thanks to the physical keyboard and double the RAM.

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