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Logitech pulls plug on Google TV set-top boxes

Logitech has pulled the plug on Google TV set-top boxes, saying consumers just aren't ready for the device which merges television and the Internet.

Electronics / Consumer & Gadgets

created Nov 11, 2011 | popularity 1 / 5 (1) | comments 2

Google gives Gmail a new look

Google on Tuesday unveiled a new look for its free email service, inviting users to switch if they like what they see.

Technology / Internet

created Nov 01, 2011 | popularity 3.8 / 5 (5) | comments 1

ARM deals efficiency ace with big.LITTLE and Cortex-A7

(PhysOrg.com) -- Intel has been slow playing catch-up to ARM in the mobile area, but, based on the latest announcement from ARM, Intel will need to work all the harder to upstage a show of innovation in the ...

Electronics / Hardware

created Oct 21, 2011 | popularity 4.5 / 5 (4) | comments 1 | with audio podcast report

SU professor uncovers potential issues with apps built for Android systems

Wenliang Du, professor of computer science in the L.C. Smith College of Engineering and Computer Science (LCS), has had his paper accepted to be presented at the 27th Annual Computer Security Applications Conference, on potential ...

Technology / Software

created Oct 13, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Microsoft previews Windows 8, stresses tablets (Update 2)

Microsoft pulled back the curtain on new Windows computer operating software designed to power not only personal computers but also rivals to Apple's iPad.

Technology / Software

created Sep 13, 2011 | popularity 3.8 / 5 (11) | comments 2

Netflix starts streaming video to Latin America

US video giant Netflix on Monday announced the launch of its television and movie streaming service to Latin America and the Caribbean.

Technology / Business

created Sep 05, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 1

Cisco buys collaboration software firm Versly

US networking giant Cisco announced Monday it has acquired Versly, a startup that makes collaboration tools for Microsoft's popular Office software.

Technology / Business

created Aug 29, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Google+ adds online groups startup Fridge

Online groups startup Fridge said Thursday it has been bought by Google and will become part of the Internet giant's freshly-launched social network.

Technology / Internet

created Jul 22, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

With bendable mouse, Microsoft adds artistic touch to stable of devices

When people pick up Microsoft's Arc Touch Mouse, it's as if they've picked up a toy. The pop-up mouse curls and flattens, and they instinctively begin snapping it back and forth.

Technology / Business

created May 13, 2011 | popularity 4 / 5 (1) | comments 3

Google alters algorithm to combat abusive sellers

Google is tweaking its algorithms after an online eyeglass merchant managed to get his site listed at the top of search rankings by being deliberately rude to customers and sparking complaints.

Technology / Internet

created Dec 02, 2010 | popularity 4.6 / 5 (5) | comments 3

Logitech unveils Google TV boxes

Logitech has unveiled the first "Google TV" boxes touted as merging online content and traditional television offerings.

Electronics / Consumer & Gadgets

created Oct 07, 2010 | popularity 2 / 5 (2) | comments 0

Aging drug users are increasing and facing chronic physical and mental health problems

Health and social services are facing a new challenge, as many illicit drug users get older and face chronic health problems and a reduced quality of life. That is one of the key findings of research published in the September ...

Medicine & Health / Other

created Sep 09, 2010 | popularity 4 / 5 (2) | comments 1

Google unveils faster Internet search (Update 2)

Internet powerhouse Google is giving Web searchers the thrill of speed with a turbo-charged engine that displays suggested Web links as fast as a person can type.

Technology / Internet

created Sep 08, 2010 | popularity 4.3 / 5 (6) | comments 11

Microsoft’s 'Manual Deskterity' Enhances User Touchscreen Experience (w/ Video)

(PhysOrg.com) -- Microsoft's "Manual Deskterity" combines touch and pen for a more natural user experience working with Microsoft Surface (tabletop touchscreen) and newer versions of Windows 7 tablet.

Technology / Hi Tech & Innovation

created Apr 14, 2010 | popularity 4.2 / 5 (13) | comments 3 | with audio podcast weblog

Survey: 26 pct of Americans get news via phone

(AP) -- Just over a quarter of American adults now read news on their cell phones, according to a new report from the Pew Research Center.

Technology / Telecom

created Mar 01, 2010 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0