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10.01.2009 24:00 Uhr
Video: ASUS AIRO laptop with amazing sliding keyboard
digg_url = 'http://digg.com/hardware/Video_ASUS_AIRO_laptop_with_amazing_sliding_keyboard'; ASUS was kind enough to take its beautiful AIRO laptop out from behind the glass at CES for an Engadget exclusive look at the functional sliding mechanism. The design raises the keyboard to cool the hot running components beneath allowing for a fan-less, convection-cooled design. Unfortunately, this prototype is just a chipset-less mechanical shell. Raise the lid and the keyboard slides back smoother than a greased-up Pete Rose. This allows for a larger, more comfortable wrist rest from which to slap those angled keys. Sexy? Oh yeah, with mojo to spare. Check the video after the break.
10.01.2009 23:06 Uhr, Engadget,
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10.01.2009 23:00 Uhr
Sony OLED Walkman NWZ-X1000 eyes-on
We've been trying to get a legitimate hands-on with Sony's OLED-infused Walkman since we first caught the device on Wednesday, but security's been super tight in the Sony booth and we couldn't distract anyone long enough to unscrew the casing. So we can't get an actual hands-on with the Walkman, but we don't need to touch it to know that the OLED is seriously gorgeous and the UI looks super crisp. Sony's reluctance to pull this out of its casing seems to show the player's not ready for primetime, but we'll keep trying to get something a bit more gratifying.Gallery: Sony OLED Walk
10.01.2009 22:51 Uhr, Engadget,
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Palm renews itself
Ever since the arrival of the steam roller Windows Mobile, Palm slowly has sunk, while seeking a route to decide what it is (pda, telephone) and an operating system (Palm OS, Windows Mobile) to adopt without really succeeding in reconquering its public. However, they believe that they are not beaten, and hope and count on the Pre (pronounced " Pri") to compete more seriously with Windows Mobile, Blackberry and the iPhone.
This new device is based on WebOS, and thought up under the direction of Jon Rubinstein, a former engineer at Apple at the origin of the design of the iMac and the iPod, and wants it to be directed towards the developers, a web navigator with full HTML, a fluid and pleasant interface, and applications to manage your social network connections etc
10.01.2009 22:50 Uhr, Hardmac.com,
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CES: Sennheiser's hand-crafted HD 800 earphones
We test out Sennheiser's flagship earphonesWe got our hands on Sennheiser’s new HD 800 earphones at the CES show in Las Vegas. Designed for audio purists, this set of earphones go above and beyond the call of duty with an array of features set to make any audiophile drool.
10.01.2009 22:50 Uhr, Macworld UK,
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pureSilicon shows off 1TB 2.5-inch SSD
pureSilicon this week showed its 1TB 2.5-inch SSD drive. Featuring standard SATA II drive interface, the device, is "the most compact SSD per gigabyte: 15.40GB per cubic centimeter in a 2.5-inch form-factor" -- at least three times greater than any other SSD on the market, the company claims. The company says the high density has been achieved through innovative engineering techniques and its "exc
10.01.2009 22:50 Uhr, MacNN,
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Palm's app store christened App Catalog, games not a priority
Following an apparent rejection of our suggestion of "Immaculate Collection," Palm's Developer Network site suggests that the official name of its app store for webOS is simply going to be "App Catalog". The name isn't terribly important, but the concept is critical -- every mobile platform of consequence is moving in the direction of intelligent, on-the-go app management, and with the Pre, Palm can't afford to be any different in that regard.Outside Palm's inner circle of trusted partners, the webOS SDK (playfully named "Mojo") won't be released to would-be app developers until we get closer to the Pre's launch, but we know a few key details. First off, as "webOS" implies, apps writ
10.01.2009 22:36 Uhr, Engadget,
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VAIO P in-depth impressions
Yeah, we got the drive-by snaps of the laptop at launch, and pitted this thing against an assortment of laptops the other night, but now that we've finally gotten some quality time with the thing, we've got a better idea of what the VAIO P is -- and isn't -- capable of, outside of inspiring deep, deep gadget lust and nerdy debates about netbook terminology. Check out our thoughts and some video after the break.Gallery: VAIO P in-depth impressions
10.01.2009 22:21 Uhr, Engadget,
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CES: Hands on test - Cisco Media Hub
We get our hands on Cisco's new wireless digital stereo systemCisco has been showing off its Media Hub wireless music system in an exclusive demonstration to PC Advisor and Macworld at CES in Las Vegas.
10.01.2009 22:20 Uhr, Macworld UK,
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Isabella Products intros cellular-connected Vizit photo frame
There's certainly no shortage of internet-connected digital photo frames out there, but those looking for a truly out-of-the-box experience may want to keep an eye out for Isabella Products' new Vizit frame, which ditches the usual WiFi and Ethernet in favor of a more convenient (and more expensive) cellular connection. Unfortunately, Isabella Products doesn't seem ready to get too specific with things just yet, with it only saying that the frame boasts a "high resolution" 10.2-inch touchscreen, and that it'll be tied to the as yet non-existent Vizitme.com website, which promises to let users share photos and engage in a whole host of other social networking activities. As you might have guessed, you'll also have to fork over an unspecified mon
10.01.2009 22:06 Uhr, Engadget,
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Windows 7 Beta endlich verfügbar
Nach den anfänglichen Problemen und einem peinlichen Fehlstart hat Softwareriese Microsoft nun einen zweiten Anlauf unternommen, um eine Beta-Version Windows 7 unter das Volk zu bringen. Das neue Betriebssystem wird in einer 32-Bit- und 64-Bit-Version und verschiedenen Sprachen bereitgestellt.
10.01.2009 22:05 Uhr, ComputerBase,
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10.01.2009 22:00 Uhr
CES: Hands on with Cisco Media Hub
We get our hands on Cisco's new wireless digital stereo systemCisco has been showing off its Media Hub wireless music system in an exclusive demonstration to PC Advisor and Macworld at CES in Las Vegas.
10.01.2009 21:50 Uhr, Macworld UK,
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Expo: Iomega announces EMC's Retrospect 8
Major update for Iomega's cross-platform backup solutionIomega is showing off EMC's Retrospect 8 at the Macworld Expo in San Francisco. The latest update to its cross-platform backup solution introduces a number of new features.
10.01.2009 21:35 Uhr, Macworld UK,
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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 WiFi camera reviewed: wait for generation two
WiFi cameras are far from new -- over the past couple of years, we've seen P&S after P&S arrive with minimal functionality that would allow it to sync pictures with one specific online photo portal (or similar). Sony has stepped up the game for cameras to come with the Cyber-shot DSC-G3, which is the first of its kind to include a web browser for logging into pay-hotspots and uploading to practically any photo sharing site on the web. Popular Science got to handle one for a few weeks, and in the end, they were in love with the idea b
10.01.2009 21:21 Uhr, Engadget,
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Sony shows bass-heavy earphones, PC speakers
One of the final components of Sony's CES 2009 launches includes sweeping changes to its digital audio offerings, starting with its headphones. The MDR-XB series is the company's first to stress bass and contain drivers skewed towards dance and urban music. Three earcup models, the XB300, XB500 and XB700, have drivers between 30mm and 50mm in size and are cushioned for long listening sessions.
10.01.2009 21:05 Uhr, MacNN,
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10.01.2009 21:00 Uhr
Dell's Mini 9 gets the subsidy treatment
We all love netbooks, and we also love things costing less than $100. However, since we're not exactly fond of lengthy contracts, it was with mixed feelings that we reported on Acer's Aspire One being available in the US for a penny under a Benjamin -- plus 24 month's worth of your soul. Dell is joining in on the fun now, making its own deal with AT&T to enable the purchase of a hot little Mini 9 valued at $449 for $99 after a $350 rebate and a (qualifying) two year contract. The deal is
10.01.2009 20:36 Uhr, Engadget,
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ViewSonic bows 3D monitors, photo frames
Besides its first computers, ViewSonic has also used CES to introduce its first 3D-capable displays and a round of photo frames. Heading up the line is the VX2265wm FuHzion. The 22-inch panel can output a stereoscopic 3D image viewable with NVIDIA's GeForce 3D Vision and uses its extra refresh to generate a 120Hz 2D picture that restores some of the detail lost in fast-moving images.
10.01.2009 20:35 Uhr, MacNN,
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pureSilicon introduces world's first 1TB 2.5-inch SSD
Pretec may have laid claim to the title of world's fastest SATA SSD, but it looks like pureSilicon has a feather of its own to put in its cap, with it announcing what appears to be the world's first 1TB 2.5-inch SSD drive. You may want to think twice about holding out for one of these in your next laptop, however, as pureSilicon is apparently specifically pitching it as a more energy-efficient solution for servers, datacenters, and supercomputers, with four of the drives able to deliver 4TB in the same space as a standard 3.5-inch hard drive. According to pureSilicon's own benchmarks, the drives "approach" the maximum SATA II transfer speed of 300MB/s and, if 1TB is a bi
10.01.2009 20:06 Uhr, Engadget,
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10.01.2009 20:00 Uhr
Citrix shows Windows on iPhone at Macworld [video]
Developers at Citrix have been doing some guerilla marketing at Macworld Expo, holding impromptu demonstrations of forthcoming app allowing iPhone users to run Windows. The app is actually an iphone version of the company's XenDesktop thin client software. The virtualization software supports most Windows XP and Vista applications.
10.01.2009 19:50 Uhr, MacNN,
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Z.buds tangle-resistant iPhone earbuds/mic [video]
Designers at Zagg audio think they've found a niche in the crowded market for iPhone earbuds: eliminating tangles. Z.buds are equipped with stiffer, yet sturdier nylon cables that are not likely to bunch together into a tangled mess, the company says. A quick hands-on demo at CES shows the technology does appear to work -- the Z.buds were hard to tangle even when wadded up.
10.01.2009 19:50 Uhr, MacNN,
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The man behind the 'Bring Back Steve Jobs' flyers
The man behind the "Bring Back Steve Jobs" flyers at Macworld Expo says the stunt was not meant as a slam against Apple. Gleb BudmanGleb Budman says he and several colleagues were told by Apple representatives stop handing out the flyers to Expo attendees lined up to see the Apple's keynote address Tuesday morning. The busineesman says the message was meant as a "compliment" to Steve Jobs -- and
10.01.2009 19:50 Uhr, MacNN,
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Sharp intros three iPod docks, 2.1 sound bars
Sharp's CES introductions have continued with a major expansion of its iPod speaker dock line as well as two new 2.1-channel sound bars for home theaters. The DK-AP7N (not yet shown) is a folding yet subwoofer-equipped dock tailored both to listening to iPods and home as well as travel use; battery power lets it play sound for up to five hours before returning to an AC adapter. The stereo has DS
10.01.2009 19:50 Uhr, MacNN,
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Microsoft puts full-scale Windows 7 Beta back in action
Nice going, guys and girls. You had officially brought the servers that Microsoft used to host up Windows 7 Beta on to their knees. According to a statement received from the company by ComputerWorld, Microsoft had to put things on hold for some time in order to "add some infrastructure support to Microsoft.com properties." The spokeswoman continued by saying that the company "wanted to ensure that customers had the best possible experience when downloading the Beta." Now, however, we're receiving word that everything is back in action, so we'd suggest getting those bits and bytes a-flowin' before we end up in the very same position again. [Vi
10.01.2009 19:36 Uhr, Engadget,
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GeForce GTX 285 ab 340 Euro bereits lieferbar
Auf der zur Zeit in Las Vegas stattfindenden Consumer Electronic Show (CES) hat Nvidia sowohl die GeForce GTX 295 als auch die GeForce GTX 285 offiziell vorgestellt. Zur GeForce GTX 285 wurden allerdings nur die technischen Spezifikationen bekannt gegeben – Benchmarks dürfen noch nicht gezeigt werden.
10.01.2009 19:35 Uhr, ComputerBase,
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HD roundup on the floor of CES 2009
CES 2009 didn't seen any new size records in terms of diagonal size, but it was still a huge year for high-def. 3D was absolutely everywhere, Blu-ray players were impossible to miss and the internet finally found its way to the HDTV. For a look at all of the hands-on coverage that didn't make it over on this side of the slate, wade through the links below to get caught up.Read - Engadget HD podcast: CES edition
10.01.2009 19:21 Uhr, Engadget,
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Sony launches '09 iPhone-, iPod-specific speakers
As part of its larger CES campaign, Sony has upgraded its iPhone and iPod audio line with several new audio systems. The LBT-ZX99i and LBT-ZX66i (shown) Muteki systems upgrade older models and are geared to playing iPhone or iPod music loud and for gaming thanks to higher-powered speakers and a new Game Sync Mixing mode. As the starter model, the ZX66i still outputs 560W with four hybrid mid-ran
10.01.2009 19:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Tricklestar devices shut off home power wasters
Tech startup Tricklestar has introduced two new devices aimed at energy wasting home electronics. By one estimate, idle game consoles and other devices cost US consumers $1 billion each year. Inserted between the wall outlet and a power strip, the PC TrickleSaver senses when a computer is powered down, and shuts off peripheral devices like printers and scanners. The Universal TrickleSaver works t
10.01.2009 19:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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10.01.2009 19:00 Uhr
CES Caption contest: What happens in Vegas
Ross: "Woody Woodpecker officially hits the lowest point of his career."Tim: "World's biggest Twitter fan shows up at CES."Ittousai: "Alien Guts from Ultra Seven?"Ryan: "Twitter has officially jumped the shark."Joe: "I guess Geek Squad wasn't hiring."Thomas: "I think you should stop blowing now."Jose: "I'm a big, big thinker."Josh T: "The doctor will see you now."Steve: "I'm looking for some headphones."Chris: "Did you see that redhead bird by the Casio booth?"Sean:
10.01.2009 18:36 Uhr, Engadget,
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First Look: Keynote ’09
Keynote ’09, part of the new version of iWork, delivers several exciting new features, while containing a few old shortcomings. Franklin N. Tessler gives you a tour of what to expect from the updated presentation app.
10.01.2009 18:20 Uhr, Macworld,
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Expo Notes: Stellar file recovery
A great thing about walking the Expo show floor is to discover companies you’ve never heard of before. James Galbraith introduces himself to Stellar Information Systems, which makes file-recovery software.
10.01.2009 18:05 Uhr, Macworld,
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10.01.2009 18:00 Uhr
Two firms announce competing fuel cell phone chargers
Long-awaited fuel cell technology is about to reach consumers, and two companies are showing off competing technologies at CES. Medis Technologies is using alkaline technology in its squeeze-to-activate power packs, while Horizon Fuel Cell Tehnology
is using compact hydrogen-based cylinders about the size of conventional flashlight batteries.
10.01.2009 17:50 Uhr, MacNN,
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Palm Pre's "New-ness" event video now viewable
Sure, you might've enjoyed the highs and lows (mostly highs) of Palm's Pre presser through the magic of written language in our liveblog of the event, but there's something about watching it unveiled in person by utterly enthused execs that can only be conveyed by video. Palm's got its own video of the event now live on its site, so grab your favorite Saturday hangover cure, pull up a recliner and start soaking up Palm's own special brand of RDF.[Thanks to everyone who sent this in]Filed under: Cellphones
10.01.2009 17:36 Uhr, Engadget,
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PoGo: Die Rückkehr der Polaroid-Fotos
Die nahezu insolventen Kamera-Pioniere von Polaroid haben auf der CES in Las Vegas ihr neuestes Modell vorgestellt. Es soll die revolutionären direkt entwickelnden Polaroid-Kameras ins digitale Zeitalter bringen.
10.01.2009 17:35 Uhr, CHIP,
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10.01.2009 17:00 Uhr
Stimmungsbild in den Foren zum neuen MacBook Pro 17"
Zwar ist das neue MacBook Pro mit 17"-Display noch nicht wirklich auf dem Markt, da die Auslieferung noch nicht begonnen hat, in denen Tagen seit der Präsentation gab es in den Foren und Kommentaren aber bereits ausführliche Diskussionen zum neuen Gerät. Generell begrüßt wird die Möglichkeit, auch ein matte Display bestellen zu können, anstatt wie bei MacBook und MacBook Pro zwingend auf ein verspiegeltes Display setzen zu müssen. Dass A
10.01.2009 16:50 Uhr, MacTechNews,
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Dell Mini 10 hands-on
We just caught up with the Dell Mini 10, and while it's not as crazy hot as the white Adamo, it's still pretty sweet -- much nicer looking than the Mini 9, and more compact than the Mini 12. No wonder Dell's calling it a "perfect 10." The multitouch trackpad is really similar to the one on the newest Macbooks, but it's a little less intuitive -- the buttons are pushed into the corners, so a middle press doesn't do a lot. On the other hand, it's a little more useful -- not only can you do the usual zooming and scrolling, laying three fingers on the pad brings up a slick little launcher screen. Too bad we don't have pricing
10.01.2009 16:36 Uhr, Engadget,
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Gerüchte: CES in Florida und mit Apple
Verschiedene US-Seiten (Mac Rumors, AppleInsider) spekulieren über eine zukünftige Präsenz von Apple auf der jährlich im Januar stattfindenden Consumer Eletronics Show (CES). Als reiner Aussteller könne Apple dort die aktuelle Produktpalette präsentieren, müsse aber nicht wie bislang zur Macworld stets Neuheiten aus der Tasche zaubern.
Interessant ist in diesem Zusammenhang eine Aussage, die wir auf einer der vielen netten Macworld-Partys aufgeschnappt haben: Die CES solle zukünftig nicht mehr in Las Vegas sondern in Orlando/Florida stattfinden. Dort dann mit einem separaten Apple-Bereich, in dem ein Großteil der bisher auf der Macworld vertretenen Firmen ausstellen.
10.01.2009 16:20 Uhr, iFun.de,
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SanDisk-SSDs werden größer und günstiger
Das neue Jahr wird für den Absatz von Solid State Drives (SSD) sicherlich interessant. Vielleicht schafft das Flashspeicher-Medium durch die Senkung der Produktionskosten und mehr Speicherkapazität 2009 sogar den Durchbruch. Weitere Verbesserungen beim Datentransfer tragen außerdem dazu bei, dass magnetische Festplatten bald ausgedient haben. Bis es soweit ist, bleiben aber vor allem externe Festplatten die Stars der Macworld.
10.01.2009 16:06 Uhr, Maclife,
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Palm Pre Touchstone eyes-on
This isn't a Palm-branded party favor, a paperweight, or a doorstop. Actually, sure, it could be any of those things if you really wanted it to be -- but Palm's Touchstone is mainly about charging your Pre and making sure it looks pretty while it's getting juiced. It's a pretty wild product (and the first accessory purchase for many a would-be Pre owner, we'd bet), so we wanted to spend a little quality time with it. We weren't allowed to do much charging on our own, but the magnets buried in the Pre certainly seemed to do their job of keeping it glued to the base in portrait and landscape orientations. Oh, and just to validate what we know you're thinking right now, yes: we overheard several Palm emp
10.01.2009 16:06 Uhr, Engadget,
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10.01.2009 16:00 Uhr
Microsoft co-opts QR codes, Pet Shop Boys 'not stoked'
Microsoft has announced that they're jumping onto the mobile tagging thing, having developed a system of High Capacity Color Barcodes that encode information in tags smaller than those allowed by QRCode and Datamatrix formats. Additionally, the specification has been designed to work with out-of-focus and fixed-focus cameras, making the thing more feasible for cellphone use. Although the "humanities" angle is kind of cute -- the company is rightfully stoked over the fact that HCCBs were on exhibit at MoMA in New York -- this is clearly aimed at organizations looking to sell more people even more useless junk. Hooray for conspicuous consumption!Filed under: Ce
10.01.2009 15:51 Uhr, Engadget,
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Google Chrome: Mac-Unterstützung mit Version 2.0
Bisher lässt sich Googles Browser Chrome nur auf Windows-Systemen installieren. Der Suchmaschinen-Gigant hatte jedoch zum Start angekündigt, bald ebenfalls Versionen für Mac OS X und Linux bereit zu stellen. Laut einem Bericht von APC arbeitet man mit Hochdruck an einer Lösung.
10.01.2009 15:36 Uhr, Maclife,
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Donkey Kong quilt will keep your lonely self warm
Honestly -- if you're super into Donkey Kong and quilts (yes and yes), it's also probably likely that you're well, single. But take cozy comfort with this specimen of craftsmanship for a cool $450 -- or you can always buy a $9,000 sewing machine to help you make your own. [Via Geeky Gadgets]Filed under: Gaming, Wearables
10.01.2009 15:21 Uhr, Engadget,
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10.01.2009 15:00 Uhr
NEC's magnetic flip flop cannot be worn, won't lose data when powered down
Let's just get this out of the way: NEC Electronics' magnetic flip flop isn't at all what you think it is. Well, if you're thinking that you can rock these on your soles in the summertime, anyway. Rather, the nonvolatile magnetic flip flop demonstration proves that handhelds of the future could eventually be made to boot up faster and retain data even when completely powered off. The secret here is the ability for these system-on-chips to survive on zero power when in a standby state, enabling them to draw less energy in the devices they're in. Better still, the accompanying MRAM also doesn't require power, and the "unlimited write endurance" should theoret
10.01.2009 14:51 Uhr, Engadget,
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ComputerBase-Liniendiagramme mit Dynamik
Unsere Liniendiagramme, die wir häufig zum Darstellen der Frameverläufe in unseren Grafikkarten-Tests verwenden, sind nun keine starren Bilder mehr. Nachdem man eine Linie per Mausklick ausgewählt hat, werden fortan abhängig von der Position des Mauszeigers der jeweilige Wert und ein Lot dargestellt – doch seht selbst.
10.01.2009 14:50 Uhr, ComputerBase,
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SuperSpeed USB 3.0 in action
We dropped by to get a look at Symwave's SuperSpeed promised USB 3.0 setup, and got a real earful on the technology and its potential. Due to start shipping in devices near the end of the year, Symwave's chipset will hold up the device-end of the transaction, communicating with SATA for 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch drives. Since the host end of USB 3.0's plug is fully compatible with USB 2.0 (and 1.0, as it turns out), they expect folks to start buying future-proof USB 3.0 hard drives and wait for computer manufacturers to build it in -- or just grab a PCIe card if they're really enthusiastic. With around 10 times the headroom -- about 500MB a second -- of USB 2.0, the real bottleneck now is hard drive speeds. In the test we saw, the drive avera
10.01.2009 14:37 Uhr, Engadget,
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Microvision: Mini-Projektor beeindruckt Macworld-Publikum
Nicht nur Notebooks oder Mobiltelefone gibt es heutzutage im Mini-Format, auch Beamer überzeugen durch kompakte Abmessungen. Diese Mini-Projektoren sind für einige Kunden gerade unterwegs interessant, wenn das Display des Gerätes nicht ausreicht. Auf der Macworld beeindruckte nun Microvision die Massen mit einem neuen kleinen Exemplar für die Hosentasche.
10.01.2009 14:06 Uhr, Maclife,
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Audiovox in-car MediaFLO hands-on
Qualcomm's MediaFLO tech was originally intended for screens so small that resolution, artifacting, and wholesale crappiness don't really matter, but when you're building out a whole new wireless network for this thing, monetization is a high priority wherever you can find it. To that end, Audiovox is lending a helping hand with a new receiver launching later this year that'll plug into most in-car video systems and deliver MediaFLO programming straight to your back seat, your front seat, or whatever bizarre place (engine compartment, maybe?) you've mounted a display. We weren't terribly impressed with the video quality; generally speaking, DVD is probably the better entertainment option here, but if live shows are a must-have for you, this is just about the only cheap, ea
10.01.2009 14:06 Uhr, Engadget,
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10.01.2009 14:00 Uhr
Nokia admits some N73 batteries have put on a little weight
Nokia's fessed up to the fact that "a limited number" BP-6M batteries used in the N73 have, over time, swollen up -- apparently in some cases to about three-times their original size. The worst of these cases have resulted in handsets with a battery cover that won't close at the back -- rendering the phone totally not cool. It's a fairly common lithium-ion battery occurence after a few years, but don't worry -- it's not dangerous, just annoying. Look at this this way: at least the batteries aren't exploding.Filed under: Cellphones
10.01.2009 13:36 Uhr, Engadget,
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Video: Microsoft's new Sync hands, eyes, and ears on
Microsoft's Sync hasn't exactly taken the automotive world by storm, but the updates coming to 2010 Fords seem like they could earn the service a little respect. Microsoft has added a suite of new services including voice-driven news, traffic info, and directions. We got a quick demonstration inside a shiny new Ford Escape, which kindly provided us with directions to the world's 35th-largest hydroelectric dam (you can find your way to the video below). We also got some further details on how the service uses Bluetooth to tether to
10.01.2009 13:06 Uhr, Engadget,
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10.01.2009 13:00 Uhr
Kinesis K2 solar / wind charger hands-on: Captain Planet approved
Kinesis' K2 solar / wind charger will power any USB device and is guaranteed to disappoint people mistaking it for a handheld fan. Of course, if you're feeling less environmental, feel free plug it into an AC outlet to reenergize the thing. Anticipating popular demand, we've put video after the break.Gallery: Kinesis K2 solar / wind charger hands-on: Captain Planet approved, in theory
10.01.2009 12:36 Uhr, Engadget,
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Apple auf der CES 2010?
Viele schockierte die Nachricht, dass Apple ab 2010 weder auf der MacWorld Expo San Francisco ausstellen wird noch eine Keynote zu Beginn der Messe abhalten wird. AppleInsider will nun erfahren haben, dass Apple plant, auf der zur MacWorld Expo gleichzeitig stattfindenden Consumer Electronics Show 2010 auszustellen. Schon in der Vergangenheit konnte Apple mit den Ankündigungen auf den MWSF Keynotes meist Microsofts Produktneuheiten in de
10.01.2009 12:35 Uhr, MacTechNews,
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Nvidia GeForce 3DVision gets reviewed
The short, happy history of 3D gaming has been unimpressive -- dual-display glasses and high-priced 3D monitors have generally failed to bring source material originally built for two dimensions into the three dimensional world. Keeping this in mind, the kids at bit-tech seem to be as wary as we are, but when all is said and done they came away from the sordid affair rather impressed. "An excellent piece of tech," they said -- one that actually seems to work on existing games -- although the fact that a new monitor is required to use it "knocks the legs out from underneath." Sure, it worked well enough that the well-heeled, hardcore gamer might be interested in it, but for the time being this doesn't seem to be an option for the casual consumer. B
10.01.2009 12:06 Uhr, Engadget,
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Schwache Absatzzahlen machen Asus zu schaffen
Schwächelnde Absatzzahlen in vielen Bereichen führen dazu, dass Asus im vierten Quartal wahrscheinlich hinter den eigenen Umsatz-Erwartungen zurückbleiben und womöglich Verluste einfahren wird. Betroffen ist sogar der bisherige Verkaufsschlager – der EeePC.
10.01.2009 12:05 Uhr, ComputerBase,
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10.01.2009 12:00 Uhr
TRENDnet churns out TEW-647GA Wireless N gaming adapter
Not quite sure what makes this "gaming router" so suitable for you "gamers" out there, but TRENDnet's a firm believer that its CES-announced TEW-647GA is ready and willing to handle those online deathmatches. Though not nearly as minuscule as the TEW-654TR, this 300Mbps 802.11b/g/n router promises a lag-free connection (provided that your broadband connection is worth a darn) and simple setup with PCs and all manners of game consoles. Check it someday after today for some price greater than a penny.Filed under: CES,
10.01.2009 11:36 Uhr, Engadget,
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Chargepod V2 consolidates your power cords and thins your wallet
callpod's adding a new version of their popular Chargepod that responds directly to some of the gripes we had with the V1 model. The Chargepod V2 has a three-sided design that charges a PC or Mac portable, three smaller devices like an iPod or camera, and a three port USB 2.0 hub for charging and syncing. Don't worry if you've already dropped mad coinage on those device-specific adapters for the V1 -- they're compatible with the V2. The device's specs make it look a bit hefty, but thankfully the design helps alleviate some of that. However, consolidation don't come cheap -- the Chargepod V2 will run you a steep $199.95. [Via
10.01.2009 11:06 Uhr, Engadget,
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10.01.2009 11:00 Uhr
Drahtloses Akkuladen ab Herbst 2009 für 100 US-Dollar
Es klingt wie Science Fiction: Kein Kabel, kein Stecker verbindet den iPod mit der Steckdose. Dennoch lädt er seinen integrierten Akku und ist am nächsten Morgen bereit, seinen Benutzer mit Musik über den Tag zu begleiten. Zukunftsmusik? Nicht mehr: Der Hersteller Powermat stellte auf der CES 2009 eine unscheinbare Matte vor, die aufliegende Geräte per Induktionstechnik mit Strom versorgt.
10.01.2009 10:51 Uhr, Maclife,
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Digitale Sofortbildkamera von Polaroid für 199 US-Dollar
Auferstanden aus Ruinen und der Zukunft zugewandt: So könnte sich gleich in doppelter Weise beschreiben lassen, was überraschte Besucher auf der diesjährigen Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas am Stand des ehemals großen Sofortbildkameraherstellers Polaroid erblicken konnten. Denn obwohl das Unternehmen letzten Monat Insolvenz angemeldet hatte, ist es nicht nur mit einem üppigen Stand vertreten, sondern transferiert ganz nebenbei die alte Sofortbildtechnik ins Digitalzeitalter.
10.01.2009 10:51 Uhr, Maclife,
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Computertreff für die Generation 50-Plus am 29.01.2009
Längst nicht jeder hat die Bits und Bytes des heutigen Informationszeitalters mit der Muttermilch aufgesogen: Kein Wunder, war in der Nachkriegszeit zwischen Schutt und Wirtschaftswunder doch selbst der Begriff "Computer" noch weitgehend unbekannt. Was die Generation 50-Plus aber zu jener Zeit verpasst hat, das kann sie jetzt nachholen: Mit einem speziellen Mac-Kurs im Hamburger M&M-Store.
10.01.2009 10:51 Uhr, Maclife,
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Logitech's G9x gaming mouse reviewed, deemed worth a look
We already had a little hands-on time with Logitech's G9x, but TechRadar was able to spend a copious amount of time with it. So much time, in fact, that it wrote up a review explaining the pros and cons of owning one. The gist of it was that the G9x didn't really mess with the original formula of the G9, and the 5,000DPI sensor was stellar under pressure. The scroll wheel and buttons were also found to be solid, and the accompanying software was also satisfactory. All in all, the G9x didn't seem to really shock and awe, but if you're currently in the market for a gaming mouse, this one should supposedly make it onto your "shortlist of c
10.01.2009 10:51 Uhr, Engadget,
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Apple at CES next year?
Well, someone is BSing here. We are not sure who, but statements made by Apple and statements made by some blogs around the web about Apple's taking part in next year's CES simply don't mesh. As Mac Soda points out, Phil Schiller went on record saying this to the New York Times' David Pogue…
I spoke with Phil Schiller after his talk. I asked him if he could be any more specific about why Apple pulled out of the Macworld Expo—to the heartbreak of the Mac faithful who have love
10.01.2009 10:21 Uhr, 9to5Mac,
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Viliv's S7 ultra-portable gets official specs, but not a release date
Viliv's S7 "productivity MID" got announced in August at the Intel Developer Forum, and, while we were impressed by the form factor and the promise, it's always hard to get too excited without a full spec sheet and an MSRP. Now at CES we're still in the dark about price (and availability), but are finally hearing just what's going on under the keyboard; Atom processors in 1.3GHz and 1.6GHz flavors, a 7-inch, 1024 x 600 screen, 1GB of RAM, and either 16GB worth of SSD or 60GB served up on platters. Wireless connectivity is handled over 802.11b/g, WiMAX, and HSDPA, and the device promises "blueray HD video playback" -- which we're taking to mean it ca
10.01.2009 10:21 Uhr, Engadget,
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Amazon releases point-and-click console for EC2
More Amazon Web Services will get consoles in the futureAmazon has released a new Web-based management console for the company's Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2) platform, which provides scalable application and service delivery, according to an official blog post on Thursday.
10.01.2009 10:20 Uhr, Macworld UK,
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Tag - Barcode à la Microsoft
Microsoft hat eine eigene Barcode-Technik vorgestellt - und passende Handy-Anwendungen zum Auslesen. Microsoft Tag basiert auf so genannten High Capacity Color Barcodes (HCCBs), Grafiken aus farbigen Dreiecken, in denen Informationen kodiert sind. (iPhone, Symbian)
10.01.2009 10:05 Uhr, golem,
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10.01.2009 10:00 Uhr
Velocity Micro delivers NoteMagix M10 netbook and M5 UMPC
Answering the call for yet another netbook in the world is Velocity Micro, who has graciously provided us with the NoteMagix M10 (pictured) here at CES. The 10.1-inch machine includes a 4-cell battery for up 5 hours of usage, 802.11b/g WiFi, a 2.6 pound chassis, Windows XP running the show and a custom carrying case to really showcase its awesomeness. Never mind those trivial tidbits like CPU model / speed, RAM quantity and GPU type -- Velocity Micro clearly thinks you don't even need 'em. Moving on, we've got the even more portable 4.8-inch NoteMagix M5 UMPC, with packs a touchscreen display, full QWERTY keyboard, WiFi, Bluetooth, integrated 3G WWAN and 5 hours o
10.01.2009 09:36 Uhr, Engadget,
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Enormous growth for the iPod Touch on the web
Admob who tracks internet connections from mobile phones (and now from mp3 players) published their report on December 2008. They noted an explosion of the presence of the iPod Touch on the web whose volume was multiplied by 3,4 in one month (only 2,9x in France).
The iPhone also goes very well and now accounts for 32% of the smartphones on the Web on a world level and 48% for the United States, these are figures that do not take the iPod Touch into account.
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10.01.2009 09:35 Uhr, Hardmac.com,
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Farblaser für 240 Euro von Konica Minolta
Konica Minolta hat mit dem Magicolor 1600W einen Farblaserdrucker vorgestellt, der fünf Seiten pro Minute in Farbe und 20 Stück in schwarzweiß ausgeben kann. Mit rund 240 Euro ist er sehr preisgünstig. (Drucker)
10.01.2009 09:35 Uhr, golem,
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Eine Digitalkamera für die ältere Generation
Pentax hat die Digitalkamera Optio E70 vorgestellt. Das 10-Megapixelmodell soll sich dank besonders großer Bedienknöpfe und gut lesbarer Beschriftung auch von älteren Menschen leicht bedienen lassen. Die Kamera ist mit elektronischem Antiverwacklungssystem, Gesichtserkennung und sieben Motivmodi ausgestattet. (Digitalkamera)
10.01.2009 09:20 Uhr, golem,
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Optoma reveals HD8200 and HD808 HD projectors
Until now, Optoma has pretty much been a no show at CES this year, but our mums always said that late was better than never. At any rate, the company is finally coming clean with two new high-def projectors: the HD8200 and HD808. Both beamers are powered by Pixelworks' PW9800 co-processor with DNX MotionEngine, and of course, they sport a native 1080p resolution. The HD8200 ($4,999.99) is rated at 1,300 ANSI lumens / 20,000:1 contrast ratio while the HD808 ($3,499) scales back to 1,200 lumens / 15,000:1 CR. Consumers are entirely more likely to find the latter in stores, as the former is reportedly tailored to custom channels. For more details on each, give the links below a look.[Via
10.01.2009 09:06 Uhr, Engadget,
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Windows 7 Public Beta wieder vom Netz genommen
Der Start des öffentlich zugänglichen Downloads der Beta 1 von Windows 7 war für gestern Nachmittag angesetzt. Theoretisch fand dieser auch statt, praktisch dürften die meisten Interessenten nur eine „Server too busy“-Meldung zu Gesicht bekommen haben. Microsoft hat den Download daher wieder vom Netz genommen.
10.01.2009 09:05 Uhr, ComputerBase,
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10.01.2009 9:00 Uhr
Brando's USB Digital Microscope is perfect for at-home cell studies
If you're too strapped for cash to afford a real-deal microscope, and your expired college ID won't get you into the lab any longer, why not pull the trigger on Brando's USB Digital Microscope? Described as "amazingly easy to use," this here 'scope can be utilized for "various applications such as science and engineering work and study, dermatology (skin / scalp) exams, detailed repair and assembly." Or, you can just use it as "a reading aid." Which is a fantastic idea if you actually don't want to read anything at all. Anywho, sure sounds like bundles of fun for just $75.Filed under: Misc. Gadgets
10.01.2009 08:36 Uhr, Engadget,
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Polaroid intros PoGo camera with built-in printer
At CES on Thursday, Polaroid officially introduced the PoGo instant digital camera that prints its own images. The camera effectively integrates the PoGo printer out in stores since the summer and introduced at last yearís CES to produce the images. Interestingly, Polaroid did not release the megapixel count of the camera, nor is it visible anywhere on the body ñ a definitive break from the norm.
10.01.2009 08:35 Uhr, MacNN,
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iRobot's ConnectR gets sent to wherever robots go when they die
It's a sad, sad day for telepresence. iRobot's ConnectR, the Roomba with a webcam on top, has been given the knife, deemed "not yet practical enough" for all you oh-so practical consumers out there. The device, which pledged to let you call home and explore your abode like some domesticated rover, stood poised to open new avenues for the confusion of cats and other small pets. Perhaps $500 was a bit too steep for the beta group, or maybe users spending that much wanted something that looked a little less like a sentient vacuum, but, regardless of the reason, we're not expec
10.01.2009 08:06 Uhr, Engadget,
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10.01.2009 8:00 Uhr
Kodak's 7.6-inch OLED WiFi digiframe now $200 cheaper
Kodak's 7.6-inch OLED WiFi digiframe, which we just saw in the flesh yesterday, has already been listed for a full $150 cheaper than expected. Of course, an immediate price drop was definitely in order given the $1,000 starting tag, but we can't even say we're tempted at a few bucks under $800. Ah well, at least we're headed in the right direction.[Thanks, Ron]Filed under: CES, Digital Cameras, Displays
10.01.2009 07:36 Uhr, Engadget,
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MiniWIZ debuts solar-powered Solarbulb lamp / bottle cover
We haven't heard a whole lot from MiniWIZ since it introduced its Hymini wind / solar charger quite a while back, but the company looks to have rolled into CES with at least one new offering: the seemingly 2001-inspired Solarbulb lamp. To complete the device, however, you'll have to supply your own bottle, which attaches to the bottom and can be filled with water to provide a sturdy base and some sure to be soothing lighting. The lamp itself is supposedly fully weatherproof and apparently charges in just 3-4 hours of daylight, with it able to store enough energy to provide about six hours of continuous night lighting. Unfortunately, there's no word on a price or release date just yet, though the replacement bulbs will apparently set you back
10.01.2009 07:06 Uhr, Engadget,
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10.01.2009 7:00 Uhr
OWC tempts with 4-bay Mercury Rack Pro RAID solution
If OWC's latest and greatest external RAID drives are just too, um, unmountable for your tastes, how's about this? The 4-bay Mercury Rack Pro features the increasingly familiar quad interface (USB 2.0, FireWire 400, FireWire 800 and eSATA) and supports up to four 2TB 3.5-inch SATA I / II hard drives, up to 128MB total data buffer, a variety of RAID options and ultra-quiet operation. Those looking to fill that one last 1U slot with oodles of storage room can buy in now for anywhere between $899.99 (2TB) and $1,499.99 (4TB).Filed under: Storage
10.01.2009 06:36 Uhr, Engadget,
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Samsung intros SL102 / SL420 point-and-shoots, no one notices
Samsung has already thrown most of its excitement out here at CES, and after looking at the SL102 and SL420, you might argue that "most" should actually be "all." Nah, there's nothing intrinsically awful about either of these 10.2 megapixel shooters, but they're certainly amongst the most ho hum delivered at the show. Both of the SL-Series devices also offer up Face Detection, rechargeable Li-ion batteries and Digital Image Stabilization technology. As for differences, the SL102 packs a 3x optical zoom and a 2.5-inch LCD, while the SL402 includes a 2.7-inch LCD monitor and a 5x optical zoom. Like we said, pretty boring, but we don't doubt their ability to get the
10.01.2009 06:06 Uhr, Engadget,
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10.01.2009 6:00 Uhr
Anybots rolls out QA, the telegenic telepresence robot
Also making the scene in Las Vegas this week, QA is designed specifically for telepresence. This guy stands 5 feet tall and is kitted with a 5 megapixel camera, forward-mounted display, WiFi and optional 3G connectivity, and a laser pointer for, well, pointing at things. Available for purchase sometime in late 2009, the price will be somewhere in the $15,000 - $25,000 range. Video after the break.[Via Get Robo]
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10.01.2009 05:36 Uhr, Engadget,
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Steampunk monitor initiative goes awry, out pops wooden enclosure
The monitor you see above was awfully close to becoming exactly like this, but thankfully, the wood gods spoke to Scuba_SM's heart before he could round up another batch of Victorian-era tubing. The 22-inch wooden enclosure completely covers up the fact that an awkward looking LCD monitor is sitting on the table, and the solid maple top / base caps, light cherry stain and light coat of satin finish polyurethane make for something that's actually enjoyable to gaze at. Overkill? Maybe. Classy? Yes, please.Filed under: Desktops
10.01.2009 05:06 Uhr, Engadget,
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10.01.2009 5:00 Uhr
Dell Studio XPS 13 and 16 hands-on
We hit up Dell for a few more minutes with the sleek new Studio XPS 13 and 16, and our positive early impressions just got better with time. We're really digging the leather panel on the lid, and while the machines are total fingerprint magnets, when they're cleaned up they're pretty eye-catching -- particularly the light-up circles on the hinges and the backlit keyboard and mouse buttons. Even the bottom is slick -- it's nicely detailed and the whole things lifts off (Dell calls it a "garage door") for easy access to the RAM and hard drive. We nabbed a ton of shots, check it out in the gallery!Filed under:
10.01.2009 04:36 Uhr, Engadget,
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HP Firebird vereint Stromsparen mit Performance
Komplettsysteme gibt es viele. Während manche Hersteller gar nicht erst versuchen, ihr eigenes Produkt vom Einheitsbrei der Konkurrenz abheben zu lassen, möchte Hewlett Packard mit dem Firebird-PC, der in Zusammenarbeit mit Voodoo PC entstanden ist, die Aufmerksamkeit der Kunden auf sich ziehen.
10.01.2009 04:20 Uhr, ComputerBase,
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Flexible OLEDs von Sony gesichtet
Hinter viel Glas und noch von mehreren Wachleuten geschützt zeigt Sony auf der CES ein flexibles OLED. Das Besondere an dem kleinen, biegsamen Bildschirm ist, dass dieses auch wirklich funktionsfähig ist – was unter anderem die Sicherheitsmaßnahmen erklären dürfte.
10.01.2009 04:05 Uhr, ComputerBase,
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10.01.2009 4:00 Uhr
Crapgadget CES, round 2: Stereo Bluetooth Sunglasses
We are ready.Max Headroom action after the break.
Continue reading Crapgadget CES, round 2: Stereo Bluetooth SunglassesFiled under: WearablesCrapgadget CES, round 2: Stereo Bluetooth Sunglasses originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 09 Jan 2009 21:49:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
10.01.2009 03:51 Uhr, Engadget,
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Video: Panasonic SC-HC3 iPod stereo system hands-on
Panasonic had its slim SC-HC3 iPod / CD dock on display in its booth at CES so we made the long trek to LVCC's central hall from our sweet double-wide HQ. For some reason, they didn't have a single iPod available for us to test it with (go figure), but the thing wasn't lacking in the looks department. If you're interested, Panasonic's estimating availability for March at around $200. Still images of the system in action are available below, or peep some video of the sliding mechanism after the brea
10.01.2009 03:21 Uhr, Engadget,
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Expo’s Ask the Editors session
This week at Expo, four Macworld editors took questions from attendees about the Mac market, the future of the trade event, and the magazine. Rob Griffiths participated in the session and reports on what was discussed.
10.01.2009 03:20 Uhr, Macworld,
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10.01.2009 3:00 Uhr
Palm Pre / webOS launch roundup
The dust has begun to settle around Palm's event yesterday, and we're still sorting through all the news. Palm certainly packed a lot of "New-ness" (yet weirdly, no actual "New-ness") into its announcements yesterday, and it's pretty easy to get lost among all the Palm Pre / webOS related news. Lucky for you, we've consolidated the goods below, so feel free to experience all the Palm-related bliss you can handle. The liveblog Live from Palm's CES press conference Impressions / hands-on coverage Palm Pre first hands-on with live updates!
10.01.2009 02:51 Uhr, Engadget,
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Apple to Attend CES in 2010?
Cult of Mac first reported yesterday that Apple had decided to exhibit at next year's Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2010.
We had originally filed the report on Page 2 as it contradicts Apple's reasoning for pulling out future Macwo
10.01.2009 02:50 Uhr, Macrumors,
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Pegatron and Freescale team for low-power, ultra-cheap netbooks and nettops
Pegatron has been pretty quiet ever since it split off from ASUS to do ODM stuff all by its lonesome -- which is sort of the idea, since Pegatron's mainly doing the behind-the-scenes manufacturing. We're glad, however, that the company peeked out of its shell to show off these new Freescale-based netbooks. The Linux-running laptops boast 8.9-inch screens, 8 hour battery life, 8GB of storage and projected retail prices around $199, while the nettop holds similar power in a pico-style form factor. Under the hood is Freescale's brand new ARM i.MX515 processor, which is a 1GHz chip that's described as basically being three times faster than the iPhone. T
10.01.2009 02:21 Uhr, Engadget,
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The Mac community
Christopher Breen, Rob Griffiths, and former Apple OS evangelist Tim Holmes discuss Apple and the Mac community’s past, present, and future.
10.01.2009 02:05 Uhr, Macworld,
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AMD: Guter Start der Phenom-II-Prozessoren
Am Donnerstag hat AMD offiziell die Dragon-Plattform ins Rennen geschickt. Wichtigste Neuerung sind die 45-nm-Prozessoren Phenom II X4 mit maximal 3,0 GHz, die wir bereits einem ausführlichen Test unterzogen haben. AMD bezeichnet den Start selbst als geglückt.
10.01.2009 02:05 Uhr, ComputerBase,
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10.01.2009 2:00 Uhr
Samsung / Chumby prototype digiframe hands-on
The Samsung / Chumby digiframe was on hand at CES in a very, very early prototype form. In fact, the demo units didn't even have a back plate covering up the innards. We were told that Samsung's contribution is the processor within, and plans are to release it to market before the end of '09. Our early impressions? The widgets were liquid smooth and lookin' good; the video playback, however, was less than acceptable. Have a glance below for an early look.Gallery: Samsung / Chumby prototype digiframe hands-on
10.01.2009 01:51 Uhr, Engadget,
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Video: Samsung P3 PMP hands-on
We tried to get hands-on with the P3 PMP right after the Samsung event, but poor lighting and mass crowding prevented us from getting anything really usable. But fret not because we headed back to the company's booth to seek out the 3-inch WQVGA player with haptic feedback among the nauseating amount of HDTVs. The walk-through we were given paid specific attention to the P3's stereo Bluetooth capabilites as well as the touch-based interface. We came away pretty impressed with the polished UI and the smoothness of the user experience. Check out the the device in action after the break and our gallery of hands-on shots as well. Gallery:
10.01.2009 01:51 Uhr, Engadget,
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Expo: Intego updates Mac security, antivirus tools
ContentBarrier X5 offers full recording of what sites have been visited and blocked as well as other online activity. On the server side, both VirusBarrier Server and VirusBarrier Mail Gateway saw updates aimed at providing virus protection on servers running Mac OS X.
10.01.2009 01:35 Uhr, Macworld,
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Asus stellt Notebook mit 512 GB SSD aus
Einer der Stände mit den wohl meisten Produkten auf der diesjährigen Consumer Electronic Show (CES) in Las Vegas dürfte wohl zweifellos der von Asus sein. Bereits gestern berichteten wir über den taiwanesischen Hersteller, wobei uns einige Details in der Masse der Notebooks untergegangen sind.
10.01.2009 01:35 Uhr, ComputerBase,
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Polaroid PoGo Instant Digital Camera hands-on
Polaroid's PoGo Instant Digital Camera isn't for the hardcore geeks -- it's stuck with a 5 megapixel sensor, no zoom whatsoever and a LCD monitor that was fanciful in 1998. What it can do, however, is churn out photo stickers in around 60 seconds after a photo is taken without the need for an external printer. Have a look at the March-bound unit below, and look, your kids will love it. Promise.Gallery: Polaroid PoGo Instant Digital Camera hands-on
10.01.2009 01:21 Uhr, Engadget,
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Apple refurbs: seven Macs for $1,599 or less
Apple's online store is currently offering seven refurbished Mac models for $1,599 or less. Starting at $949 is the white 2.4GHz MacBook with 2GB of memory and a 160GB hard drive. Four iMacs are featured, the first is the 20-inch, 2.4GHz model with 1GB of memory and a 250GB hard drive for $999. The second 20-inch model has a 2.66GHz processor, 2GB of memory and a 320GB hard drive for $1,299. T
10.01.2009 01:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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DealNN: HD displays, wireless routers, MacBooks, more
DealNN deals for today include a range of items from notebook cases and routers to MacBooks. First up is the APC notebook carrying case priced at $14.99 at MacMall.com. For today only J&R.com is offering the refurbished Linksys wireless G broadband router for $29.99. The Lenovo 19-inch widescreen LCD monitor is available at mWave.com for $129.88. Apple's online store is offering refurbished wh
10.01.2009 01:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Dell's XPS 625 reviewed already, found worthy
We're well into the throes of CES and things are happening hot and heavy; Dell's Phenom II-packing XPS 625, announced just hours ago, has already been given a full once-over by DesktopReview.com, finding it to be a solid machine -- and even a good value. (When's the last time you read that conclusion about a gaming rig?) The review admires the machine's sophisticated looks, well-designed case, and easy expandability, but found that AMD's latest couldn't quite keep up with the i7 (as we'd heard
10.01.2009 01:06 Uhr, Engadget,
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8,8 mm dünner 50-Zoll-TV von Panasonic
Am Stand von Panasonic gab es zu Beginn dieses Jahres einen Prototypen eines etwa 50 Zoll großen Fernsehers zu sehen, der gerade einmal ein Drittel eines Zolls – umgerechnet etwa 8,8 mm – dick ist. Eine etwas tiefere Version soll bereits zum Sommer auf dem Markt sein.
10.01.2009 01:05 Uhr, ComputerBase,
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10.01.2009 1:00 Uhr
LG's new X120 netbook with Splashtop-powered instant on
We just bumped into LG's X120, a barely-differentiated followup to the X110 that's floating around the show floor. There's still a 1.6GHz Atom processor, 1GB of RAM, 160GB hard drive, Windows XP and a 10-inch WSVGA screen, but what's new is the Splashtop-powered "LG Smart On" OS, which does the quick boot thing we've come to know and love on many ASUS products, the Voodoo Envy 133 and elsewhere. The effect, as always, is pretty stunning, and the OS should be helpful for a quick look at the web or to hop on IM over the laptop's WiFi connectivity. The netbook itself seems to have been tweaked a tad on aesthetics, but it's still a bit thicker than we'd like at this point for the netbook market. We're short on further details, but since the X110 did 3G, there'
10.01.2009 00:51 Uhr, Engadget,
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VIA shows off Nano-powered Dr. Mobile Freestyle Mini
If you've been listening to the Engadget Podcast, you know that Taiwan's Dr. Mobile is our new favorite fly-by-night Asian netbook vendor, and VIA's showing off its Nano-powered Freestyle Mini here at CES in a darkened restaurant. (Seriously!) Internally, it's basically a smaller version of the 11.6-inch Freestyle we played with a few days ago, but it's in a more traditional netbook package with an 8.9-inch screen. We were pretty blunt in asking the VIA rep why the Nano's basically been a no-show during 2008's Atom explosion, and while we didn't get a straight answer, it sounds like 2009 might be the year the battle for netbook platform dominance is
10.01.2009 00:51 Uhr, Engadget,
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EVE Online: Apocrypha MMO coming in March
CCP has announced the release date of EVE Online: Apocrypha, the tenth free expansion of its science fiction MMO game. EVE Online is a large virtual universe where users pilot their spaceships around as they trade, fight, complete missions, or converse with other players. For the update, users can expect to see unpredicted wormholes opening up that will connect the player to unexplored regions of
10.01.2009 00:50 Uhr, MacNN,
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Surfing Google Earth with a Wii Balance Board
At the Macworld Expo, Google engineer David Phillip Oster, displayed a program that allows people to drive around the Earthís surface in a virtual milk truck, by using the Nintendo Wii Balance Board with the Google Earth API. By interpreting Bluetooth data transmissions from the Wii Balance Board, a user can shift their weight in order to change the movements of the truck. Oster used the Google Ea
10.01.2009 00:50 Uhr, MacNN,
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First Look: Pages ’09
The update to Pages that comes with the iWork ’09 suite delivers some significant and important changes to the page-layout and writing app. In fact, Jeffery Battersby thinks the changes make Pages ’09 a move viable option for all your business needs.
10.01.2009 00:35 Uhr, Macworld,
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Alpine intros iPhone-ready, drive-less receivers
Alpine took the opportunity at the CES show to introduce three new head units that will soon be available on the market, with the iXA-W404 and nearly identical iDA-X305 and iDA-X303. Neither has a traditional optical disk drive, relying instead on digital media as their soruce files. The W404 has a double DIN form factor in order to better fit into the dashboards of modern cars, while the latter u
10.01.2009 00:35 Uhr, MacNN,
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Ford teases the future of Sync, plans to bring disembodied heads to dashboards everywhere
There's plenty of automotive tech on display at CES this year (amps and kickers for miles, dawg) and, while Microsoft is talking up its enhanced Sync for 2010 autos, Ford President and CEO Alan Mulally took an opportunity to direct our gaze a bit further down the road with an interesting demo of what he imagines the rear-view mirror of the future will look like. Ford calls it Emotic Voice Activation, or EVA, basically an integrated AI that can read you your e-mail, check the news, and even, apparently, detect what kind of tunes you're in the mood for. At this point we don't know anything about when or even if this sort of thin
10.01.2009 00:21 Uhr, Engadget,
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MSI Eclipse SLI
The pricey ($350 street) MSI Eclipse SLI is a high-end motherboard based on the new Intel Core i7 CPU and the company's X58 chipset. As you'd expect from the product name, it supports Nvidia's dual-graphics SLI technology.
10.01.2009 00:20 Uhr, PCMagazine,
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Gunnar Optiks Eyewear
Staring at a computer monitor all day is tough on the eyes, and a lot of companies push products that, they claim, relieve eyestrain. In the case of the prescription eyeware from Gunnar Optiks, the claims seem to be true, if my experience over about ten days is any guide.
10.01.2009 00:20 Uhr, PCMagazine,
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Spiele-Samstag: Edge und Frenzic
Die Spiele für das iPhone werden immer besser, die Entwickler widmen sich mittlerweile auch originären Konzepten. Rund ein halbes Jahr nach der Eröffnung des App Stores finden sich zahlreiche Perlen im ausufernden Angebot an kleinen Zeitvernichtern, heute im Test: Das von Marble Madness und Spindizzy inspirierte Geschicklichkeitsspiel Edge und der knallharte Reaktionstest Frenzic
10.01.2009 00:06 Uhr, Maclife,
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Weitere Infos zu Nvidias Ion-Plattform
Nvidia führte am ersten Tag der in Las Vegas stattfindenden Messe CES mit der GeForce GTX 295 (ComputerBase-Test) sowie der GeForce GTX 285 zwei neue Grafikkarten ein. Doch gleichzeitig zeigt man auch noch andere Produkte, abseits der 3D-Beschleuniger.
10.01.2009 00:05 Uhr, ComputerBase,
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First Look: Numbers '09, spreadsheet
As the last new application for iWork, Numbers introduced superior features, but lacked calculating firepower when put head-to-head with Microsoft's Excel. Numbers '09 attempts to remedy this problem, while building on the unique paradigm of a canvas where you place objects like tables, charts and shapes to create a visually-pleasing spreadsheet.
10.01.2009 00:05 Uhr, MacNN,
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