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The release of the Xbox 360 motion-control gaming kit, dubbed Project Natal, may be sooner than most people anticipated as rumours are indicating it will be launched in October this year. What's more, the price tag is way higher than what was expected earlier. And finally, it seems that the gadget is set to see a new name before it is introduced to the masses... ]]>Xbox360Mihir Patkar2010-05-31 23:21:17
In a video posted on YouTube, user ahmedp800 demonstrates the phone's USB On-The-Go (OTG) capabilities by connecting a pen drive to the Nokia N8, which flawlessly shows up in the file manager just like it would one a PC. Then, he goes on to connect the Nokia C5 phone to the N8 and it too shows up as an external memory device, allowing for fast phone-to-phone transfer. Full video and further details after the break... ]]>SmartphoneMihir Patkar2010-05-31 21:39:22
Have you got a Facebook notification from one of your friends to check out a new video with this tagline: "This is (without a doubt) the most hilarious video ever! LOL!" If so, don't even think about clicking on it because this is the latest malware attack doing the rounds of the social networking site. ]]>Social MediaMihir Patkar2010-05-31 17:20:20
Priced at Rs. 7,320, the Star Nano 3G may prove to be a decent option for anyone looking for nothing more than a cheap touchscreen phone with basic social networking and Web capabilities. But can you get past the horrible camera? ]]>Mobile PhoneMihir Patkar2010-05-31 16:38:55
Google Chrome 5 is finally out and with it, the popular Web browser has left behind the 'beta' tag for Linux and Mac OSX operating systems. New features in this release include the ability to sync your browser data across multiple PCs, better extension manager, and new HTML5 improvements. ]]>BrowsersMihir Patkar2010-05-26 11:51:36
The whole of India is going nuts over ultra-cheap mobile phones that can support dual-SIM functionality and come with a QWERTY keypad. But the Grapes CG 888 just seems like yet another "me-too" proposition by yet another manufacturer. ]]>Mobile PhoneMihir Patkar2010-05-20 19:19:01
Microsoft has just released the new Office 2010 suite worldwide, touting a bunch of new features. While we wait for the Indian prices to be announced, the company is offering a great deal on its official store whereby you can buy any edition of the current Office 2007 suite and get an upgrade to the corresponding Office 2010 edition when it releases. ]]>SoftwareMihir Patkar2010-05-12 23:42:12
While Gizmodo battles in court over the next-gen iPhone 4G prototype that leaked out of Apple's much-vaunted secure stronghold, a second prototype has leaked in Vietnam! Is Apple planting some strategic leaks or has their super-tight security finally been compromised? ]]>SmartphoneMihir Patkar2010-05-12 14:47:41
The Vodafone VF150 is an incredible deal as it manages the basic phone functionalities of calling and messaging with ease, and boosts its image with a battery that boasts of 5 hours of talk-time and 10 days of standby time. This could make for the most ideal backup handset! Full specs, images and video after the break... ]]>TelcosMihir Patkar2010-05-06 14:05:05
In a landmark ruling, the Dusseldorf court has said that file-sharing service Rapidshare cannot be held responsible for the content shared on it by its users and that it would not be liable to implement filter schemes to prohibit or delete links of copyrighted material. And the pirates rejoice? ]]>SoftwareMihir Patkar2010-05-06 13:30:24
Max of Zedomax blog got his hands on a prototype of a multi-touch tablet running Google Android, and his findings are quite impressive. "Now I can understand why Apple wants to ban Flash and other Adobe products completely from their iPhones and iPads, because it's rather incredible technology, he says. Read on for more, including a video... ]]>AppsMihir Patkar2010-05-05 15:41:05
The New York Post is reporting that both the US Department of Justice (DoJ) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) are rumoured to be in a battle to see who will being an anti-trust inquiry into Apple for its restrictions on third-party tools for the development of apps. Meanwhile, sources say Apple is considering avoiding the trouble by changing its policy for developers ]]>AppsMihir Patkar2010-05-04 16:38:38
While the iPad gains ground and talks of a Google Pad start circulation, Microsoft got a double-whammy in their plans to gain a credible footing in the world of tablet PCs. In one day, the company announced the end of its rumoured Courier tablet-notebook device, while TechCrunch has reported that the HP Slate tablet PC may be doing away with the Windows 7 operating system. ]]>TabletMihir Patkar2010-04-30 15:25:35
Nokia is getting serious about mobile music with the unveiling of the new X2 candybar music phone, that comes with a 3.5mm headphone jack, dedicated music keys, 5-megapixel camera with LED flash and a battery that boasts of 13 hours of talk-time and 27 hours of music playback. Expected to be priced low, this could prove to be as popular as the Nokia 3310 used to be. And as the icing on top, Nokia will let you download unlimited number of music tracks for free for 12 months through the newly-launched Ovi Music Unlimited service. ]]>Mobile PhoneMihir Patkar2010-04-30 11:48:28
The new 23-inch Samsung P2370MS Multi Function Monitor is the first entry in the Konect Plus range. The Konect Plus is supposed to allow a user to connect a host of devices to it at a time, making it a multimedia hub. With a whole bunch of connector ports available, you can theoretically have your PC, two video game consoles, HDTV, camcorder and a speaker system connected to this one monitor at the same time! ]]>Components & AccessoriesMihir Patkar2010-04-29 13:52:08
Running on the new Symbian^3 operating system, the Nokia N8 is the company's new flagship phone model and its latest attempt at an iPhone-killer handset. So what's on board? A 12-megapixel camera with the largest sensor seen in a phone, 720p HD video recording, HDMI out, 3.5-inch AMOLED touchscreen, 680MHz processor, 16GB flash memory and a microSD slot, and everything else but the kitchen sink. What's more, the price is also a lot more attractive than the N900 or the N97! ]]>SmartphoneMihir Patkar2010-04-28 15:51:22
The new Nokia C5 is the first phone running on the standard S40 Nokia interface to come with a full QWERTY keypad, and quite a bargain at around Rs. 5,000. The E5 is in the same line as the popular E63 and E71, proving to be a business user's best mate. And the new Nokia C6 is almost like putting a slide-out QWERTY keyboard under the popular Nokia 5800 touchscreen handset. ]]>Mobile PhoneMihir Patkar2010-04-27 17:08:33
A new study by independent laptop warranty provider Square Trade has found that laptops by Asus and Toshiba are the least prone to failures, trumping such brands as Apple and Lenovo. HP was found to have the highest laptop failure rate among all brands, and netbooks failed much more frequently than full-fledged laptops. If you are in the market for a notebook PC or know anyone who is, this is one article you don't want to miss out on... ]]>LaptopMihir Patkar2010-04-27 15:51:24
Now you can check out the full Bandra-Worli sea-link in a virtual 3D environment right from your browser! With 'Earth View', Google has incorporated the three-dimensional aspect of Google Earth in its regular browser-accessible Google Maps service. Read on to know how you can access the same and check out the features it offers... ]]>SearchMihir Patkar2010-04-27 14:41:50
Hewlett-Packard has launched a new gaming accessory in India called the HP Swing, which works more or less like a WiiMote on a Nintendo Wii. This new motion-sensitive controller will come packaged with all HP Pavilion Desktop PCs, which start at Rs. 29,990, and not be sold separately. ]]>PC & LaptopMihir Patkar2010-04-26 16:01:57