Gadgetophilia (Gadgets) – Weekly Newsletter for March 22-29, 2010

Gadgetophilia (Gadgets) – Weekly Newsletter for March 22-29, 2010

Monday, March 29, 2010

NY police to announce findings in Prius crash; feds found brakes not applied at time of impact

Police to announce findings in NY Prius crash

HARRISON, N.Y. – Police in suburban New York have completed a two-week investigation into the mysterious crash of a Toyota Prius.
A 56-year-old housekeeper driving the car on March 9 reported that it sped up on its own and slammed into a stone wall.
U.S. safety officials reported last week …. Source : NY police to announce findings in Prius crash; feds found brakes not applied at time of impact.

Verizon Nexus One To Be Unveiled

LAS VEGAS (GaeaTimes.com)- Touted as the potential iPhone killer, the Nexus One makes its debut on Verizon today. Both Verizon and AT&T have confirmed the release of the much anticipated model. It is being expected that it will outsell Motorola Droid within a few months after its launch. The unlocked Nexus One can … Read more »».

Toyota tells dealers it will replace pedals for owners dissatisfied with fix

Toyota will replace pedals for unhappy owners
WASHINGTON – Toyota is telling dealers it will provide replacement accelerator pedals to owners who are dissatisfied with their repairs under the massive recall.
The Japanese automaker says in a memo obtained Tuesday by The Associated Press that if a customer is unhappy with the feel …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Toyota tells dealers it will replace pedals for owners dissatisfied with fix.

LG GW620: Price and Specification

Kolkata (GaeaTimes.com) ??? LG has announced a brand new Android Phone for the Indian Market that will also have a nice touchscreen as well as a full slide out five line QWERTY keypad. The phone is priced at Rs. 18990 in India except Chhattisgarh where the price is set at Rs. 19990. But if …. Source article : LG GW620: Price and Specification.

Will 100$ Marvell Tablet (1080p full-HD capability, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS connectivity and FM radio) Kill Apple iPad?

NEW YORK CITY (GaeaTimes.com) — Marvell, the leading manufacturer in integrated silicon solutions is all set to launch a high performance mobile tablet. The Moby tablet with 1080p full-HD capability, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS connectivity and FM radio will be an all-in-one device.
Marvell’s Moby tablet is aimed at bringing radical changes in the way of …. Read the original article : here.

Can Verizon Nexus One Kill Verizon iPhone?

San Francisco (GaeaTimes.com) There is strong rumor in the market that Verizon iPhone is on its way as numerous reports suggests that Apple’s exclusive contract with AT&T will expire in the second half of 2010. This is why may as well bring a CDMA variation of their ever popular iPhone so that it can …. Read the original article : Can Verizon Nexus One Kill Verizon iPhone?.

HTC Evo Shown In CTIA

LAS VEGAS (GaeaTimes.com)- The war in the smartphone segment has reached a new height as leading telecommunication service provider Sprint Nextel has unveiled its latest HTC Evo 4G handset at the ongoing CTIA Wireless trade show. The phone was presented at the event by the CEO of the company, Dan Hesse. It was … Read : HTC Evo Shown In CTIA.

Nintendo 3DS Review and Pictures, Force Feedback and More

In an official announcement Nintendo has disclosed that it would add another member, called Nintendo 3DS to its successful family of Nintendo DS gaming handhelds. The new handheld game platform will feature a “3D effects” that can be enjoyed without using any special glasses.
Nintendo has crossed a long way in the gaming market. Its …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Nintendo 3DS Review and Pictures, Force Feedback and More.

Sprint HTC Evo 4G Review and Pictures

Sprint and HTC have entered into a joint venture to bring an unmatched device to the U.S. Evo is the first ever 4G phone in the US(also capable of 3G signal). HTC’s Evo 4G combined with unprecedented speed, size and power is one of the best Android phones out there. It allows up to eight …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Sprint HTC Evo 4G Review and Pictures.

GM recalls 5,000 Chevy Express, GMC Savanna vans amid alternator concerns

GM pulls heavy-duty vans due to faulty alternator

DETROIT – General Motors Co. is recalling about 5,000 heavy-duty Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans because of a faulty alternator.
The automaker also halted sales of the vans Friday. It has also stopped production of them until it can fix the problem.
GM spokesman Alan Adler says there have … Read this article on Gaea Times at : GM recalls 5,000 Chevy Express, GMC Savanna vans amid alternator concerns.

Honda offering aggressive lease deals following heavy incentive spending from rival Toyota

Honda follows Toyota with aggressive lease deals
NEW YORK – Honda is aiming to entice customers with among its most aggressive leasing programs ever after rival Toyota launched its own big program earlier this month.
Honda Motor Co. is offering leases with no down payment, no security deposit and no payment for the first month …. Read the original article : Honda offering aggressive lease deals following heavy incentive spending from rival Toyota.

Can Verizon Nexus One Kill Verizon iPhone?

San Francisco (GaeaTimes.com) There is strong rumor in the market that Verizon iPhone is on its way as numerous reports suggests that Apple’s exclusive contract with AT&T will expire in the second half of 2010. This is why may as well bring a CDMA variation of their ever popular iPhone so that it can … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Can Verizon Nexus One Kill Verizon iPhone?.

HTC Evo Shown In CTIA

Nintendo 3DS Review and Pictures, Force Feedback and More

In an official announcement Nintendo has disclosed that it would add another member, called Nintendo 3DS to its successful family of Nintendo DS gaming handhelds. The new handheld game platform will feature a “3D effects” that can be enjoyed without using any special glasses.
Nintendo has crossed a long way in the gaming market. Its …. Original source : Nintendo 3DS Review and Pictures, Force Feedback and More.

Sprint HTC Evo 4G Review and Pictures

Sprint and HTC have entered into a joint venture to bring an unmatched device to the U.S. Evo is the first ever 4G phone in the US(also capable of 3G signal). HTC’s Evo 4G combined with unprecedented speed, size and power is one of the best Android phones out there. It allows up to eight …. Original article : Sprint HTC Evo 4G Review and Pictures.

Verizon Nexus One To Be Unveiled

Toyota tells dealers it will replace pedals for owners dissatisfied with fix

LG GW620: Price and Specification

Kolkata (GaeaTimes.com) ??? LG has announced a brand new Android Phone for the Indian Market that will also have a nice touchscreen as well as a full slide out five line QWERTY keypad. The phone is priced at Rs. 18990 in India except Chhattisgarh where the price is set at Rs. 19990. But if …. Original article : LG GW620: Price and Specification.

Will 100$ Marvell Tablet (1080p full-HD capability, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS connectivity and FM radio) Kill Apple iPad?

NY police to announce findings in Prius crash; feds found brakes not applied at time of impact

Police to announce findings in NY Prius crash
HARRISON, N.Y. – Police in suburban New York have completed a two-week investigation into the mysterious crash of a Toyota Prius.
A 56-year-old housekeeper driving the car on March 9 reported that it sped up on its own and slammed into a stone wall.
U.S. safety officials reported …. Source article : NY police to announce findings in Prius crash; feds found brakes not applied at time of impact.

Transportation chief to visit Japan this summer to talk to Toyota executives about safety

LaHood’s Japan trip to focus on Toyota safety
WASHINGTON – Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood says he’ll go to Japan this summer for talks with Toyota executives about the sudden acceleration problem plaguing some Toyotas.
LaHood also says he’ll examine Japan’s high-speed rail system.
He spoke to reporters at the Capitol Saturday before President Barack …. Source : Transportation chief to visit Japan this summer to talk to Toyota executives about safety.

Brit businessman lost ??130k Lamborghini on drunken night out!

LONDON – A British property tycoon, who lost his 130,000 pounds Lamborghini sports car after he became too drunk to remember where he parked it, has been accused of trying to swindle an insurance company.

Guildford Crown Court was told Glenn Knowles, 35, and co-owner of the car, Richard Mant, 39, reported it to police as … Read more : Brit businessman lost ??130k Lamborghini on drunken night out!.

Lava A9 Price Draws In everyone

Mumbai (GaeaTimes.com)- Lava Mobile has launched their new flagship model A9 in the Indian market. The Lava A9 price is said to be highly affordable and a worthy buy owing to its features which are both alluring and useful. The mobile decks in a glittering silver colored casing that is streamlined with high end multimedia …. Original source : Lava A9 Price Draws In everyone.

Google TV Details

New York (GaeaTimes.com) According to a report published on the NYTimes, Google, Intel and Sony has joined hands together to take the web experience to the living room. Google TV will be a platform on the televisions and set top boxes and it is believed that it will enable you to use a … Read more : Google TV Details.

A look at the 2010 Corvette Grand Sport

A look at the 2010 Corvette Grand Sport
2010 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Coupe
BASE PRICE: $48,930 for base model; $54,770 for Grand Sport.
AS TESTED: $69,855.
TYPE: Front-engine, rear-wheel drive, two-passenger sport coupe.
ENGINE: 6.2-liter, overhead valve, LS3 V-8.
MILEAGE: 16 mpg (city), 26 mpg (highway).
TOP SPEED: NA.
LENGTH: 191.3 inches.
WHEELBASE: 175.6 inches.
CURB WEIGHT: 3,311 pounds.
BUILT AT: Bowling Green, … Read : A look at the 2010 Corvette Grand Sport.

Porsche leaps to top of closely watched dependability study; Toyota loses ground to rivals

Porsche takes top spot in dependability study
NEW YORK – Porsche has shot to the top of a closely watched survey of long-term vehicle quality.
J.D. Power and Associates says the German sports car maker leads its annual vehicle dependability survey for 2010. The study measures problems experienced by the original owners of vehicles after … Read more »»».

AP review finds more than 100 complaints filed with government over fixed Toyotas

AP finds over 100 complaints about fixed Toyotas
WASHINGTON – An analysis by The Associated Press finds that the government has received more than 100 complaints from drivers who say their recalled Toyotas are still accelerating on their own even after receiving the automaker’s fix.
An AP review of unverified driver complaints found 105 such …. Read the original article : here.

Sony’s chairman urges for healthier alternatives to popcorn in cinemas

LONDON – Michael Lynton, chairman and chief executive of Sony Pictures, has called for healthier alternatives to snacks such as butter dipped popcorn in cinemas.

Lynton urged a convention of cinema owners in Las Vegas to help manage the bulging concerns related to obesity by introducing granola bars, fruit salad, yogurt and vegetable crudites with dips.
“I … Read more : Sony’s chairman urges for healthier alternatives to popcorn in cinemas.

Mom says jogger killed by small plane on SC beach was looking forward to daughter’s birthday

Mom: Jogger hit by plane was excited to head home
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. – A father of two in town on business was jogging on the beach and listening to his iPod when he was hit from behind and killed by a small plane making an emergency landing, officials said Tuesday.
Robert Gary …. Original article : Mom says jogger killed by small plane on SC beach was looking forward to daughter’s birthday.

GM recalls 5,000 Chevy Express, GMC Savanna vans amid alternator concerns

GM pulls heavy-duty vans due to faulty alternator

Honda offering aggressive lease deals following heavy incentive spending from rival Toyota

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 480: GF100 Review

The newest high performance video card from NVIDIA is GeForce GTX 480 GF100. The GTX 480 is aiming at providing maximum gaming performance, not even produced by its predecessors. The ATI Radeon HD 5870, singly dominating the GPU market, will get a good contender in form of GTX 480.

For more than one year, NVIDIA has … Original article on : NVIDIA GeForce GTX 480: GF100 Review.