Google surprises with testing of advanced self-driving cars
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Google provided an unusual surprise on Saturday as it revealed that it's testing fully automated robot cars.
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T-Mobile myTouch HD official fact sheet now available for your reading pleasure
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Section: Communications, Cellular Providers, Smartphones, Mobile The T-Mobile myTouch HD Android smartphone has recently been announced and is not yet available for sale.
Just about eveyone thinks the iPhone is coming to Verizon
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Add the New York Times to the chorus of reporting claiming the iPhone is coming to Verizon early next year.
Apple has Meizu freeze M8 sales over copycat claims
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Meizu chief Jack Wong today reported that Apple had effectively stopped sales of the similar-looking M8 in China after claims of design copying.
Why Google TV Will Be Best Without the Set-Top Box
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As you know from my columns here, I’m a bit of an entertainment nut. Whether it’s video games or a set-top box, I’m always looking for the latest and greatest device to satiate my desire for high-quality content that’s available whenever I call upon it.
No Firefox for iPhone, but Firefox Home is the next best thing
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Love Firefox, but also love your iPhone. Wish there was a Firefox for the iPhone. Well sadly, according to Mozilla that doesn’t appear very likely. However, there’s another app called Firefox Home that lets you get your Firefox history, bookmarks and even open tabs on your iPhone.
Google retires directory assistance service, GOOG-411
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Section: Communications, Cellphones, Smartphones, Mobile, Web, Google Have you used Google’s directory assistance service, 1-800-GOOG-411? Or have you constantly used it before?
3 UK roadmap shows Windows Phone 7 due October 21
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An escaped roadmap from British carrier 3 has locked in a ship date for Windows Phone 7 devices in the country. The sheet obtained by Engadget shows what's likely to be the Omnia 7 reaching the provider on October 21.
Car Home for Android improves your navigation
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A new version of Car Home is out for Android 2.2. It includes GPS navigation of course, but better still is voice-control and contacts list. The new version allows for more customization.
2,000 Windows Phone 7 apps at launch; Samsung Cetus for Three UK?
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We’re eagerly awaiting Microsoft’s Windows Phone 7 launch on Monday October 11, but that doesn’t mean we don’t want more details right now.
Windows Phone 7 launch on Monday October 11 – Join us there!
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Windows Phone 7 is almost upon us, with Microsoft holding not one but two events on Monday, October 11 – one in London, UK, and then another later on in the day in New York City, USA.
Car Review, Mazda CX-7: Much Fun, Some Tech, Frequent Fill-Ups
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Mazda brings a sorely needed sense of sportiness and fun to the midsize crossover market with the Mazda CX-7. You get a moderate dose of technology such as blind spot warning and a navigation system with a tiny 4.1-inch screen.
Writers’ software month: OmmWriter Dāna
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If you're a writer and like trying out new software, October is turning out to be an awesome month. We've got Word 2011 coming October 26, which I've been using for a few weeks. It blows all other Mac versions of Word out of the water.
Compass Alert System
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Designed by Mathieu Azema, the Compass Alert System will help you to find your way to safety in case of emergency. It is an illuminated guide for public buildings that should be placed regularly throughout structures so to point people in the direction of the nearest exit.
Energizer iPhone 4 case protects and charges your phone
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If you want a case for your iPhone 4 but haven’t yet decided on the one you’re going to pick, then stop here, the Energizer 1201 is the case you won’t look beyond.
OtterBox Impact Series Cases for iPhone 4 and HTC Evo 4G
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OtterBox launches its new Impact Series Cases for the Apple 4G and the HTC Evo 4G. If you have a phone like any of the duo, then you should protect it, the Impact Series Cases should do the trick, the cases are constructed from durable compression molded silicone with inner coring to absorb the...
Phosphor World Time E-Ink watch is only curved digital watch yet
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Hey, do you guys remember the Phosphor watch brand; well I very well do, not just because I wear one of their E-Ink watches, but more because of their novelty in creation of watches.
Verizon says Voice over Rev A coming, opens door to iPhone
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Verizon late Friday indirectly confirmed some of the rumors swirling around the CDMA iPhone's ability to handle simultaneous voice and data.
Rumor has iPad arriving in Walmart stores from next week
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A photo of an email sent to Walmart store managers received by MacRumors indicates that the Apple iPad will be rolled out to up to 1000 stores by the end of October, starting next week. This corroborates a report earlier this year that the Walmart would be stocking the sought after device.
Going The Distance: Nike+ GPS Vs. RunKeeper
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As someone who ostensibly tries to keep fit, I’ve found the best way to pretend to lose weight is to fiddle around with iPhone apps during my workout. First, it reduces the mind-crushing pain of exercise and allows me to go to a place in myself where I can avoid the boredom of exertion.
Cricket Crosswave MiFi mobile hotspot up for pre-order
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Cricket has listed the Crosswave MiFi for pre-order on its website. The device is manufactured by Huawei technologies and offers high-speed internet access for up to four devices (3 wireless) at once. It has a 33 feet range and is capable of downlink speeds of 3.1Mbps and uplink speeds of 1.8Mbps...
Sony VGP-BMS15 Bluetooth Laser Mouse
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The Sony VGP-BMS15 Bluetooth laser mouse is a perfect addition to your VAIO laptops. The mouse features an interchangeable form-fitting cover that adds stylish good looks. The sliding cover turns the mouse on and off while also covering the scroll wheel and buttons when not in use.
There Are Too Many Babies On Facebook
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Internet security company AVG just released worrying statistics related to the prevalence of baby pics on social networking sites (cough* cough* Facebook! cough*).
Sprint To Release Samsung Galaxy Tab For $399
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Sprint will launch the highly anticipated Samsung Galaxy Tab Android tablet for just $399 with a 2-year contract. You can also buy this gadget free of contract for $599 each. The Sprint version of the Samsung Galaxy Tab is set to launch right around November 14th, 2010. Stay tuned for more updates.
Australians Bummed By iOS Alarm Clock Bug
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Thanks to dysfunctional daylight saving on the iPhone’s iOS countless Australians have either overslept or been jarred awake at an ungodly hour. The culprit behind these dastardly deeds is a new iOS bug that prevents the iPhone from proper synchronization.
T3 Scooters Are The Vehicle Of Choice For New York Subway Cops
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Pretty obvious, since a patrol car is impossible, a Segway too clumsy and doing it on foot is tiring. If you’re thinking somewhere along the lines of that Segway Tank as an alternative, it’s a no-no because the treads will damage the flooring.
