Gadgetophilia (Gadgets) – Monthly Newsletter April 2010

Gadgetophilia (Gadgets) – Monthly Newsletter April 2010

Thursday, April 1, 2010

10 Best Electric Cars for 2010

Electric Cars are the voice of the tree huggers as the cars have zero emission and their impact on the greeneries of this planet are minimal, at least very much lesser than the gas guzzling sports cars. Apart from being earth friendly, they are your pocket friendly too. If you use these cars for your …. Source : 10 Best Electric Cars for 2010.

Former Clinton official to lead Toyota panel on quality control

Toyota to tap Clinton official on safety panel
WASHINGTON – Toyota plans to announce Tuesday that a former Clinton administration official will lead an independent safety panel to review the company’s quality control practices.
The Japanese automaker planned to discuss the panel at a Senate Commerce Committee hearing on the company’s massive recalls. It is …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Former Clinton official to lead Toyota panel on quality control.

Summary Box: GM to recall 1.3 million compact cars to fix power steering problem

Summary Box: GM to recall 1.3 million compacts
THE RECALL: General Motors Co. will recall 1.3 million Chevrolet and Pontiac compact cars sold in the U.S., Canada and Mexico.
THE PROBLEM: The power steering assist can fail due to faulty electric motors.
THE MODELS: 2005 to 2010 Chevrolet Cobalts, 2007 to 2010 Pontiac G5s, 2005 and … Original article on : Summary Box: GM to recall 1.3 million compact cars to fix power steering problem.

GM to recall 1.3 million Chevrolet Cobalts and other compacts to fix power steering problem

GM to recall 1.3M compacts for steering problem
DETROIT – General Motors says it is recalling 1.3 million compact cars in the U.S., Canada and Mexico to fix power steering motors that can fail.
Models covered by the recall include 2005 to 2010 Chevrolet Cobalts, the 2007 to 2010 Pontiac G5s, 2005 and 2006 Pontiac …. Original article : GM to recall 1.3 million Chevrolet Cobalts and other compacts to fix power steering problem.

Toyota adds RAV4, Avalon vehicles to service campaign to fix leaky oil hoses

Toyota adds vehicles to oil hose fix campaign
TORRANCE, Calif. – Toyota says it has added about 128,000 vehicles to the list of those that need a fix for potentially leaky oil hoses.
Toyota sent out a notice to dealers last week notifying them that the 2007 to 2009 model year RAV4 and Avalon models … Read more »».

Bail granted for Fla. businessman accused of exports that helped finance Hezbollah in Lebanon

Bail granted in Fla. Hezbollah finance case

MIAMI – A judge has granted bail to a Miami businessman accused of exporting video game consoles and cameras to a South American mall that authorities say is a financing conduit for the Hezbollah militant group in Lebanon.
The $1.5 million bail was set Monday for 56-year-old Khaled Safadi over …. Read the original article : Bail granted for Fla. businessman accused of exports that helped finance Hezbollah in Lebanon.

Tivo Announcement on Tivo Premeire Launch

TiVo has long been the one stop shop for DVRs, until the set-top-box led digital video recorders took the market. Being out of popularity for sometime now, the company’s plans to the launch TiVo Premiere, the next step to TiVo HD, was leaked in a manual received by a customer. TiVo HD was taken … Read more »».

Summary Box: February US auto sales rise 13 percent despite snow, Toyota; Ford bests GM

Summary Box: US auto sales better-than-expected
U.S. February auto sales rose 13 percent over the same month last year. Here’s how the top seven automakers fared.
Automaker Total sales Percent change U.S. market share
Ford Motor Co. 142,285 43.3 percent 18.2 percent
General Motors Corp. 141,438 12.7 percent 18.1 percent
Toyota Motor Co. 100,027 -8.7 percent 12.8 percent
Chrysler … Read more »».

Toyota execs will send US safety regulators devices to decipher Toyota ‘black box’ devices

Toyota to provide black box readers to regulators
WASHINGTON – Toyota executives are telling Congress that the automaker will give U.S. safety regulators special Japanese electronic data readers that will enable them to read the “black boxes” from Toyotas involved in sudden acceleration accidents.
Yoshimi Inaba, the president of Toyota Motor North America, told the …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Toyota execs will send US safety regulators devices to decipher Toyota ‘black box’ devices.

Toyota offers return customers free repairs for 2 years to win back buyers after tough Feb.

Toyota gives return buyers 2 years of free repairs
NEW YORK – Toyota says it is offering return customers two years of free maintenance as it aims to win back buyers after a tough February.
The Japanese automaker says it will offer the maintenance deal to Toyota buyers who already have a Toyota, Lexus or … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Toyota offers return customers free repairs for 2 years to win back buyers after tough Feb..

Palm’s webOS 1.4 Update: New Features

Palm WebOS 1.4 Update is now available and if you have connections from Sprint, O2 or Moviestar, you can get an update of 39MB for your Palm Phone. In short, the new features include capabilities of video recording, Flash and some necessary tweaks that will improve performance and battery life. The WebOS Update will be … Read more »»».

Toyota US sales fall 9 percent in February amid fallout from recalls, congressional scrutiny

Toyota reports lower Feb. sales in wake of recalls
TORRANCE, Calif. – Toyota says its U.S. sales fell 9 percent in February, reflecting the fallout from widespread recalls and a temporary sales halt.
February was the first full month since Toyota’s Jan. 26 decision to stop selling eight models, including its top-selling Camry and Corolla …. Source article : Toyota US sales fall 9 percent in February amid fallout from recalls, congressional scrutiny.

Gov’t may recommend all automakers use brakes that can override gas pedals after Toyota woes

Gov’t eyes brake safety measures for all new cars
WASHINGTON – Transportation Secretary Ray Lahood said his agency may recommend that all new vehicles come equipped with brakes that can override the gas pedal.
The safety measure is designed to prevent cases of unintended acceleration that have been a huge problem for Toyota and the …. Original source : Gov’t may recommend all automakers use brakes that can override gas pedals after Toyota woes.

Gov’t hearing from some recalled Toyota owners who say repair didn’t end sudden acceleration

Gov’t still hearing complaints about fixed Toyotas
WASHINGTON – The Transportation Department is hearing from some Toyota owners who say they’re still having trouble with unintended acceleration after their recalled cars were repaired.
David Strickland, the administrator of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, says the agency is contacting these consumers to find out what’s … Read more >>>.

Nissan Recall 2010: Nissan Recalls 540,000 vehicles in U.S.

San Francisco (GaeaTimes.com) ??? North American Unit of Nissan Motor Company said today that they will recall 539,864 vehicles which are reported to have brake pin and fuel gauge problems. There have been no reports of accidents or injuries but they have three reported instances of brake pedal pins which are partially disengaging …. Source : Gaea News Network.

TiVo Announcement About Premiere

CALIFORNIA (GaeaTimes.com)- The movie buffs and TV addicts who love to record their favorite programs and watch them at their preferred time, swear by TiVo which has revolutionized digital TV recording. The company, based in California, has recently announced about its new model Premiere which takes TV viewing to a new level. The Tivo …. Original source : TiVo Announcement About Premiere.

Western Union says former Motorola executive Yue will lead its Asia-Pacific division

Western Union hires new Asia-Pacific leader
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. – Payment services company Western Union Co. said Thursday it hired Drina Yue to lead its business in the Asia-Pacific region.
Yue will be a senior vice president with the company. For the last six years, she was the head of Motorola’s broadband communications, home and network …. Source article : Western Union says former Motorola executive Yue will lead its Asia-Pacific division.

Casio Exilim 10MP Digital Camera: Casio Exilim EX S5PE

San Francisco (GaeaTimes.com) ??? Woot does provide some really lucrative offer at times. This time they are giving you a Casio Exilim EX-S5PE for an unimaginable $70. The same camera is available at more than $100 at everywhere. The price of $70 for this is more than a bargain at woot. The color of …. Source : Casio Exilim 10MP Digital Camera: Casio Exilim EX S5PE.

LG Cookie Pep GD510 Price in India

The LG Cookie is a very very popular phone in India and it has found its place in many young hands of India. The LG Cookie Pep GD510 is a watered down version of the popular LG Cookie. The LG Cookie range competes directly with the Samsung Star mobile phone ranges and this LG … Read more : LG Cookie Pep GD510 Price in India.

LG Cookie Pep Unveiled

NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- The war in the touchscreen phone segment is going to be intense this year, as it sees from the moves taken by manufacturers like Samsung and LG. After Samsung charmed the young users with its range of Corby Touchscreen Handsets, LG has unveiled its latest entry level Touchscreen wonder …. Original article : LG Cookie Pep Unveiled.

Infinite Power Solutions Thinergy Battery: Revolution in Power Storage

Everyone of us use many electronic devices today that have batteries to power itself independently so that it does not always need to get attached to the wall socket. Most common of them is perhaps our mobile phones and laptops and every one of us has had some biter experiences with them. They leave a …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Infinite Power Solutions Thinergy Battery: Revolution in Power Storage.

Tata Nano EV: Electric version of World’s Cheapest Car Unveiled

After the world was left in awe by the world’s lowest priced car, Nano, its creator Tata Motors did not hesitate to take more challenges. They improved further on Nano and have built an electric version of Nano called Nano EV which is unveiled today at the 80th Geneva Motor Show. The Nano EV … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Tata Nano EV: Electric version of World’s Cheapest Car Unveiled.

House committee asks Toyota for more details on sudden acceleration reports

House panel wants more Toyota acceleration details
WASHINGTON – A House committee is questioning how rigorously Toyota tested for sudden acceleration in its vehicles and is asking the automaker for more records on the safety issues.
The House Energy and Commerce Committee writes in a letter to Toyota executive Jim Lentz Friday that …. Original article on Gaea Times at : House committee asks Toyota for more details on sudden acceleration reports.

Microsoft’s Pink phone: Preview

Microsoft seems to re-venturing into the market of mobile phones. Microsoft was rendering a secret project since Android and Apple Inc.’s iPhone had captured a large share of Windows phone. Bingo! the secret is now open. Pink phone, reported as a secret project of Microsoft is officially out. The news of of its arrival was … Original source on Gaea Times at : Microsoft’s Pink phone: Preview.

Toyota aims to refute critic who blames electronics, not gas pedals, for sudden acceleration

Toyota disputes critic who blames electronics
NEW YORK – Toyota Motor Corp. plans Monday to try to undercut suggestions that its electronics systems caused the sudden acceleration problems that led to the recall of more than 8 million vehicles.
The automaker plans an event in which it will seek to debunk a critic …. Original source : Toyota aims to refute critic who blames electronics, not gas pedals, for sudden acceleration.

Toyota moves past apologies, but experts say public may not be ready to forgive, forget & buy

Toyota moves past apologies, aims for sales
THE CAMPAIGN: New Toyota ads show brand loyalists and push big incentives to revive sales and keep the brand’s fans happy while the company works through its recall.
THE HOPE: Keeping brand loyalists happy in the face of a crisis is key to ensuring the longterm health of …. Read the original article : here.

Summary Box: Toyota disputes critics’ claims that electronics to blame for safety woes

Summary Box: Toyota takes on electronics critics
TOYOTA’S DEFENSE: Toyota is swinging back at critics who say that the electronics of its gas pedals may be to blame for cases of trucks and cars that speed up on their own.
FAULTY TEST?: Toyota is rebutting tests by an Illinois professor who was able to rev … Read : Summary Box: Toyota disputes critics’ claims that electronics to blame for safety woes.

Toyota president meets with Japan prime minister, pledges to rebuild customer trust

Toyota chief meets Japan PM, vows to rebuild trust
TOKYO – Toyota Motor Corp. President Akio Toyoda met with Japan’s prime minister Monday and promised to restore trust in the automaker’s cars as it embarks on a broad campaign to repair its tarnished reputation.
Toyoda pledged to improve quality controls is his meeting with Japanese …. Original article : Toyota president meets with Japan prime minister, pledges to rebuild customer trust.

Toyota recommends using brake pedal, putting car in neutral to stop sudden acceleration

What to do if your car suddenly accelerates
What should you do if your car suddenly accelerates? Here are three ways to stop the vehicle, according to Toyota:
- Step on the brake pedal with both feet using firm and steady pressure. Do not pump the brakes.
- Shift the transmission gear selector into neutral. Use …. Original article : Toyota recommends using brake pedal, putting car in neutral to stop sudden acceleration.

Toyota exec says North American sales up 50 percent from first 8 days of March ‘09

Toyota exec says sales rise 50 pct from March 2009
ERLANGER, Ky. – A high-ranking Toyota executive says the automaker’s North American sales spiked around 50 percent the first eight days of March as incentives helped lure customers after a series of embarrassing safety recalls.
Don Esmond, senior vice president of automotive operation for Toyota …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Toyota exec says North American sales up 50 percent from first 8 days of March ‘09.

Summary Box: Samsung and Panasonic try to launch the era of 3-D TVs this week

Summary Box: Samsung, Panasonic releasing 3-D TVs
COMING AT YOU: Samsung Electronics Co. is selling two 3-D sets, beginning this week. Panasonic Corp. plans a similar announcement Wednesday. Sony Corp. said Tuesday its sets will come out in June.
THE DETAILS: Samsung’s sets will start at about $3,000 for a 46-inch screen. That includes the …. Source : Gaea News Network.

Players strum real strings on latest music video game

On latest guitar game, players strum real strings

NEW YORK – A new musical video game lets players strum a real six-string electric guitar instead of tapping buttons on a fake instrument.
“Power Gig: Rise of the SixString” is a game first and foremost. But its maker, Seven45 Studios, says players will be able to plug the …. Source : Gaea News Network.

Samsung and Panasonic try to launch the era of 3-D TVs, with models going on sale this week

Samsung, Panasonic start selling 3-D TVs
NEW YORK – Samsung and Panasonic will start selling 3-D TVs in U.S. stores this week. This inaugurates what all TV makers hope is the era of 3-D viewing in the living room.
Samsung Electronics Co. is announcing Tuesday that it is selling two 3-D sets, combined with the …. Original source : Samsung and Panasonic try to launch the era of 3-D TVs, with models going on sale this week.

Modern school bags go online Down Under

MELBOURNE – Aussie schoolgoers are increasingly leaning towards e-learning as traditional books in bagpacks are fast being replaced by a laptop, charger, mobile phone and digital player.

All this digital equipment is valued at over 2000 dollars.
However, experts point out that this tech revolution has … Original article on : Modern school bags go online Down Under.

Intex IN 4470 Dual SIM Mobile Price

Kolkata (GaeaTimes.com) ??? After the China made mobile phones faced some problems with the IMEI numbers, the market for cheap but feature reach handsets was left vacant for some days. But some manufacturers like Micromax, Hitech, GeePee, lava, Karbonn and Intex did not take much time to grab that market. New and newer mobile …. Original source : Intex IN 4470 Dual SIM Mobile Price.

A new range of Sony 3DTVs announced for Japan

Tokyo (GaeaTimes.com) – Yeah! 3DTV seems to be the future of home theater entertainment system and many consumer electronics giants like Samsung and Panasonic has already invested some resources on the next gen 3DTVs. Today Sony has released their 3DTV models and they have also announced the details like when it will be …. Original article : A new range of Sony 3DTVs announced for Japan.

ABC’s insertion of wrong video in Toyota story causes problems

2-second video causes headache for ABC News
NEW YORK – For the want of a better two-second picture of a tachometer, ABC News has called into question its reporting on acceleration problems with Toyota vehicles.
The network’s handling of a Feb. 22 “World News” story about potential problems with computer systems in Toyotas has created …. Source : Gaea News Network.

Summary Box: OnLive to begin streaming high-end video games to Macs, PCs in June

Summary Box: OnLive game streaming to come in June
THE SERVICE: OnLive will let you “stream” popular high-end games over the Internet, using a mechanism similar to watching TV shows or listening to music online.
THE NEED: Players don’t have to own consoles such as the Xbox 360 or the PlayStation 3 or the latest, …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Summary Box: OnLive to begin streaming high-end video games to Macs, PCs in June.

Correction: Toyota marketing story

Correction: Toyota marketing story
NEW YORK – In a story March 8 about Toyota’s new ad campaign, The Associated Press reported erroneously that Toyota didn’t respond to requests for comment. The company did provide information about the ad campaign, which was included in the story. The story omitted Toyota’s explanation for the campaign: citing …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Correction: Toyota marketing story.

Summary Box: NHTSA faces Congress over role in Toyota recalls

Summary Box: NHTSA and auto safety
NHTSA’S ROLE: Congress is looking into whether the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration did enough to hold Toyota accountable during its huge safety recalls.
MORE POWER: NHTSA says it may need more authority to enforce safety standards for auto companies.
SAFETY MEASURES: New requirements may be coming for automakers, like … Read more : Summary Box: NHTSA faces Congress over role in Toyota recalls.

Motorola to bring Microsoft’s Bing search, map services to its Android smart phones

Motorola to add Microsoft’s Bing to smart phones
LIBERTYVILLE, Ill. – Motorola Inc. said Thursday that it will add Microsoft Corp.’s Bing search and map functions to its smart phones that use Google Inc.’s Android operating software.
Motorola said it start by rolling out the services on smart phones in China this quarter.
The company will … Original source on Gaea Times at : Motorola to bring Microsoft’s Bing search, map services to its Android smart phones.

Sanyo VPC ZH1r At Amazon

SAN FRANCISCO (GaeaTimes.com)- Amazon is among the most sought after online retail sites, that witness a huge number of visitors and buyers every day. A lot of products are sold through amazon and there are some great deals on gadgets as well. To woo the customers who want to buy sleek gadgets at lucrative prices … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Sanyo VPC ZH1r At Amazon.

Samsung Dual Sim Mobile Launched

NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- In the last few years Samsung Electronics have emerged as a popular player in the mobile handset segment with its GSM and CDMA models giving market leader Nokia a run for its money. A latest trend among the mobile handset makers is the dual SIM handsets which allow the …. Source : Samsung Dual Sim Mobile Launched.

Don’t want to wait in the iLine? Apple is taking pre-orders for April 3 release of Wi-Fi iPad

Apple takes pre-orders for April 3 iPad launch
CUPERTINO, Calif. – Apple is accepting pre-orders for the iPad, its new touch-screen gadget for reading books, watching video and surfing the Web.
IPads with Wi-Fi wireless connections will go on sale on April 3 for $499 and up. Apple Inc. says people can pre-order online and …. Original source : Don’t want to wait in the iLine? Apple is taking pre-orders for April 3 release of Wi-Fi iPad.

Maxx Mobile Has Grand Plans

MUMBAI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- The mobile handset and accessory market in India is witnessing rapid growth and this has prompted domestic mobile brands to make heavy investments to make a foray into hitherto untapped markets. Maxx Mobile, based in Mumbai, has announced its aggressive plan to invest a whopping 2500 crore to rev up its …. Read the original article : Maxx Mobile Has Grand Plans.

Aircel Peek: Full QWERTY Email Device @Rs.2999

Kolkata (GaeaTimes.com) ??? Aircel is already very popular with their internet services called pocket internet which allows users to surf unlimited with their mobile devices at just Rs. 98 per month. The latest addition of this dedicated mobile Email device will surely add to the popularity. The device named ‘Peek’ looks like a simple …. Source article : Aircel Peek: Full QWERTY Email Device @Rs.2999.

Mystery deepens over runaway Prius as Calif driver’s lawyer dismisses inspection’s findings

Lawyer refutes doubts about runaway Prius driver
SAN DIEGO – The mystery surrounding a Toyota Prius whose driver reported a stuck accelerator deepened Sunday as the motorist’s attorney dismissed a congressional memo that questions his client’s version of events.
The memo said technicians with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Toyota could not duplicate …. Original source : Mystery deepens over runaway Prius as Calif driver’s lawyer dismisses inspection’s findings.

Alfa Romeo Pandion concept Unveiled

Alfa Romeo Pandion concept marks Berton’s sizzling come back to Geneva Motor Show 2010 after two years. The futuristic car is a facelift to typical Alfa Romeo family undisputed for its iconic car designs. Pandion is the first design by Mike Robinson in his new role as Design and Brand Director at Bertone. Inspired …. Original source : Alfa Romeo Pandion concept Unveiled.

AP Source: Jackson in $200 million-plus posthumous recording deal with Sony Music

AP Source: Jackson in $200M-plus recording deal
LOS ANGELES – The estate of Michael Jackson has landed the late King of Pop the biggest recording deal in history: a $200 million guaranteed contract with Sony Music Entertainment for 10 projects over seven years, according to a person familiar with the deal.
The record-breaking contract could …. Source article on Gaea Times at : AP Source: Jackson in $200 million-plus posthumous recording deal with Sony Music.

Toyota, UAW reach tentative agreement on terms to shut down Nummi

Toyota, UAW reach tentative agreement on Nummi
FREMONT, Calif. – The United Auto Workers and Toyota have agreed on terms to shut down the Nummi plant that employs 4,600 workers.
It is California’s sole remaining auto plant.
The terms weren’t disclosed Monday but include a pay package when the plant is shut down on April 1. … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Toyota, UAW reach tentative agreement on terms to shut down Nummi.

HTC Smart: Features and Price

Kolkata (GaeaTimes.com) ??? HTC is a very well known and trusted manufacturer in the world but in India, they don’t seem to do that much and common people haven’t even heard of the HTC brand. But HTC has now understood that India is potentially a very big market to sell their smartphones. This … Original article on : HTC Smart: Features and Price.

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 on Gaea Times at : Mom says jogger killed by small plane on SC beach was looking forward to daughter’s birthday.

God of War 3 Walkthrough Video

San Francisco (GaeaTimes.com) ??? God of War III has launched just now and people are searching for the walkthrough of God of War III madly. And why shouldn’t anyone. This Playstation 3 game is filled with action and adventure and it is published today March 16th by Sony Computer Entertainment. The game is …. Original article on Gaea Times at : God of War 3 Walkthrough Video.

Small plane making emergency landing on beach hits, kills man jogging on Hilton Head, SC

Plane kills jogger in SC beach emergency landing
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. – A 38-year-old father of two was jogging and listening to his iPod when he was hit from behind and killed by a small plane making an emergency landing on the beach, officials said Tuesday.
Robert Gary Jones of Woodstock, Ga., died …. Read the original article : here.

iPhone Vs Windows 7 phone

LAS VEGAS (GaeaTimes.com) — Microsoft is all set to launch its new child Windows 7 phone into the mobile market. In the Mix10 trade show today Microsoft has revealed detailed of some features of the Operating System, user interface and application store of Windows Phone 7 Series. As expected, the Silverlight and XNA programming environments …. Original article : iPhone Vs Windows 7 phone.

Plane attempting emergency landing hits, kills GA man jogging on SC beach at Hilton Head

Plane kills beach jogger in SC emergency landing

HILTON HEAD, S.C. – A 38-year-old jogger from Georgia is dead after a single-engine plane making an emergency landing hit him as he ran on a South Carolina beach listening to his iPod.
The coroner said Tuesday that Robert Gary Jones of Woodstock, Ga., apparently did not hear the …. Original article : Plane attempting emergency landing hits, kills GA man jogging on SC beach at Hilton Head.

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 … Original article on : AP review finds more than 100 complaints filed with government over fixed Toyotas.

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 …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Sony’s chairman urges for healthier alternatives to popcorn in cinemas.

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 article on Gaea Times at : 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 the original article : 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, …. Source article on Gaea Times at : 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 the original article : here.

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 …. Read the original article : 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 …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Brit businessman lost ??130k Lamborghini on drunken night out!.

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!

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

Google TV Details

A look at the 2010 Corvette Grand Sport

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

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

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.

Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 and Vivaz launches in India: Price, Features

NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com) — Sony Ericsson has launched the much awaited Xperia X10 and Vivaz for India. In addition, they have also announced to bring X10 Mini, X10 Mini Pro and Vivaz Pro very soon.

This marks a new era for Android handsets. While Samsung and HTC are already selling Android devices in India, Sony …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 and Vivaz launches in India: Price, Features.

How Gilani promoted his “jail buddy” to a plum Govt. post

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani has reportedly rewarded a junior jail official with a jumbo promotion in the federal government as the man used to provide laptop and movie CDs to Gilani when he was at the Adiala Jail.

Faisal … Original article on : How Gilani promoted his “jail buddy” to a plum Govt. post.

Verizon iPhone Release Date

San Francisco (GaeaTimes.com) The Verizon iPhone Release Date could be as early as this fall, according to some sources. Wall Street Journal had some people briefing on the matter saying that one of the new iPhones is being made by Taiwanese contract manufacturer Hon Hai Precision Industry Co. They also produced the previous …. Original article : Verizon iPhone Release Date.