Gadgetophilia (Gadgets) – Monthly Newsletter July 2010
Thursday, July 1, 2010
Summary Box: AT&T’s new plans are designed to limit data use _ ‘All you can eat’ is gone
Summary Box: AT&T’s new plans limit data use
THE STICK: AT&T is phasing out the plan that lets wireless customers use unlimited data on the iPhone and other smart phones. Instead it will offer two plans with monthly caps on data usage.
THE CARROT: The new plans are cheaper than the current plan: $15 or $25 per …. Read the original article : Summary Box: AT&T’s new plans are designed to limit data use _ ‘All you can eat’ is gone.
Summary Box: Review finds Ooma Telo a solid Internet phone gadget, but watch out for fees
Summary Box: Review finds Ooma Telo a solid gadget
THE PITCH: Ooma Telo is a $250 gadget that can replace your home phone line. It gives you 5,000 minutes of domestic calling a month.
THE CATCH: Extra fees can pile on quickly: $11.95 per year for basic service, $10 per month for access to Premier features, and … Original article on : Summary Box: Review finds Ooma Telo a solid Internet phone gadget, but watch out for fees.
Maytag Dishwasher Recall Details
San Francisco (GaeaTimes.com) – Maytag dishwasher recall is announced by Whirlpool Corp June 3, 2010 which involves about 1.7 million dishwaters to be recalled by the organization. The hazard that caused the company to recall its product is indicated as the liquid rinse aid can leak from the dispenser and come into contact with …. Source : Gaea News Network.
LG Town GT350 Mobile Phone for Social Networking Addicts
For social networking bees who are better with Facebook on their smartphones than on PCs, LG has announced an ideal device. LG Town GT350 has been designed for smooth-sailing, on-the-go social networking experience. The QWERTY equipped messaging phone has been designed for social networking integration. The GT350 is latest addtion in LG’s Town series …. Source : Gaea News Network.
New Lexus Sports Car LFA Features and Price
DETROIT (GaeaTimes.com) — Lexus presented an awesome sports car called Lexus LFA at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit last week. Following the revelation of the marvelous car a buzz started doing the rounds that Lexus is entering into the sports car business arena.
Lexus introduced LFA a few years back in 2005, …. Source article : New Lexus Sports Car LFA Features and Price.
Resurgence Map Pack Release Time and Price
NEW YORK (GaeaTimes.com) — There is a reason to rejoice for the Modern Warfare 2 owners. The much anticipated Resurgence Map Pack is releasing today on June 3, 2010 for Xbox Live. Though it will only land on Xbox 360 for the time being, PC and PS3 versions can avail it sometime afterwards.
The Resurgence … Read more >>>.
Chrysler recalls almost 35,000 Dodge Calibers for potentially sticky gas pedals like Toyota’s
Chrysler recalls Dodge Caliber over sticky pedals
WASHINGTON – Chrysler is recalling nearly 35,000 Dodge Calibers in the United States and around the globe to fix a potential problem with sticky gas pedals, the same issue that has affected millions of Toyotas.
Chrysler says it will recall about 25,000 Calibers in the U.S. from the 2007 model … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Chrysler recalls almost 35,000 Dodge Calibers for potentially sticky gas pedals like Toyota’s.
Micromax Q55 Released: Micromax Bling Features & Price List
NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com) — After the enormous success of Q5 mobile, Micromax is now launching Q55 Bling IIFA limited edition phone. Micromax will use this brand mobile to sponsor the International Indian Film Academy, to be held in Sri Lanka.
Micromax Q55 is coming with loads of new features. The new phone weighing only …. Original source : Micromax Q55 Released: Micromax Bling Features & Price List.
Direct TV Customer Service Phone number
San Francisco (GaeaTimes.com) – Direct TV Customer Service Phone number is in hot demand now as many Direct TV customers are experiencing a very strange problem since today morning. The problem experienced by many users is that their TVs are struck to a single channel and they can’t change the channel through the remote. They … Read : Direct TV Customer Service Phone number.
THQ to transform ‘Red Faction’ video game into multiplatform franchise
‘Red Faction’ to become multiplatform franchise
LOS ANGELES – When THQ releases its “Red Faction: Armageddon” video game next year, the Martian shoot-’em-up won’t arrive alone. The fourth installment of the destructive open-world sci-fi series will be accompanied by a comic book, downloadable arcade-style game and a SyFy television movie that could possibly serve as the …. Read the original article : here.
Viva Chevy: GM puts brakes on memo nixing nickname, so call your Chevy what you’d like
Viva Chevy: GM puts brakes on memo nixing nickname
DETROIT – Relax, Chevrolet fanatics. Turns out you can take your “Chevy to the levee” or any other darn place you please.
General Motors Co. on Thursday backed off what it called a “poorly worded” internal memo that asked employees to refer to the brand only as “Chevrolet” … Read more »»».
GM: Memo about nixing ‘Chevy’ nickname ‘poorly worded,’ so call your Chevrolet what you like
Viva Chevy: GM says it didn’t plan to nix nickname
DETROIT – Turns out you can take your “Chevy to the levee” or any other darn place you please.
General Motors Co. on Thursday backed off a “poorly worded” internal memo that asked employees to refer to the brand only as “Chevrolet” in an effort … Read this article on Gaea Times at : GM: Memo about nixing ‘Chevy’ nickname ‘poorly worded,’ so call your Chevrolet what you like.
Nokia 2690 Now In India
NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- Nokia has been trying to woo back the customers in the entry level segment for quite some time. The Finnish cellphone giant lost the market share to Korean rivals like LG and Samsung and regional companies in the budget segment in the last two years. The new Nokia 2690 [..] Read the original article: here.
Nintendo 3DS Releasing Next Year
SAN FRANCISCO (GaeaTimes.com)- The gadget lovers are eagerly awaiting for the upcoming gaming console of Nintendo named the 3DS and it is expected to be out at the E3. It is not officially out though some people like John Riccitiello, the Electronic Arts CEO have laid eyes on the gadget. The previews are pretty …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Nintendo 3DS Releasing Next Year.
Video game developers preparing for diverse Electronic Entertainment Expo in LA
Game developers preparing for diverse E3 show
LOS ANGELES – There might something for everyone at this year’s Electronic Entertainment Expo.
Nearly 250 exhibitors, including publishers Microsoft, Sony and Nintendo, plan to hype their latest games and gizmos at the gaming industry’s annual convention in Los Angeles.
The Entertainment Software Association expects 45,000 attendees at the expo, which …. Original article : Video game developers preparing for diverse Electronic Entertainment Expo in LA.
T-Mobile one-day promotion to offer free phones to group calling plan customers
T-Mobile promotion to offer free phones
SAN FRANCISCO – T-Mobile plans to give free phones to customers who sign up for group calling plans at its retail stores on Saturday – just days before rival At&T will start selling Apple’s latest iPhone.
The wireless carrier said Tuesday that throughout Saturday, beginning at 8 a.m., new customers will …. Source article : T-Mobile one-day promotion to offer free phones to group calling plan customers.
Summary Box: With ‘Kinect,’ Microsoft dispenses with video game controller
Summary Box: Microsoft’s seeks new gaming audience
KINECT FORE: Microsoft used the E3 video game expo to detail Kinect, a controller for the Xbox 360 game console that dispenses with a remote. It recognizers users’ gestures, so you can control on-screen action by moving your body.
THE DETAILS: Kinect is due to launch … Read more »»».
UK’s dirtiest car is the Lamboghini Murcielago
LONDON – Italy’s 270,000 Lamborghini Murcielago has been declared the least ‘green-friendly’ car and sports car in the United Kingdom.
According to The Sun, the two-seat Murcielago produces five times more carbon dioxide per mile than the greenest car of the year – the Toyota iQ.
It quoted Environmental Transport Association researchers as saying : “Thankfully there …. Original source : UK’s dirtiest car is the Lamboghini Murcielago.
White iPhone 4 to be available later this summer
San Francisco (GaeaTimes.com) Many Apple fanatics are sad today because their favorite iPhone will not be available in their favorite color white, at least not on June 24, the launch date of the iPhone 4. There is tremendous excitement for the new iPhone 4 and at least 2 million units are expected … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : White iPhone 4 to be available later this summer.
iPhone 4 Pre-Order Details
San Francisco (GaeaTimes.com) After some trouble with its online store, Apple iPhone 4 is finally available for pre-order on their Apple Store. The iPhone 4 is undoubtedly the best iPhone yet and you don’t have to be an expert to say that it’s sales numbers will easily touch millions. As it was announced, the … Original article on : iPhone 4 Pre-Order Details.
Pixar wizards lend their expertise to ‘Toy Story 3??? video game developer
Pixar wizards lend a hand to ‘Toy Story 3′ game
“Movie-based games seem like they’re destined to fail,” says Jason Katz, story supervisor for Pixar’s latest animated film, “Toy Story 3.” ”It’s like putting a giraffe in human clothes.”
But Pixar’s collaboration with Avalanche Software on the “Toy Story 3″ video game, released this week by Disney [..] Read the original article: here.
Samsung Electronics heiress busted with 230kg marijuana in luggage
CALIFORNIA – A potential heir to the Samsung Electronics empire has been arrested in U.S. after police found over 230 kilograms of marijuana in her luggage.
Lisette Lee was arrested by Federal Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) officials at Port Columbus International Airport in Ohio.
She was flying from California to Columbus in a private jet when officials … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Samsung Electronics heiress busted with 230kg marijuana in luggage.
Toyota says 2011 Tacoma pickup truck to start at suggested retail price of $16,365
Toyota says 2011 Tacoma to start at $16,365
TORRANCE, Calif. – Toyota Motor Sales USA said Friday that its 2011 model year Tacoma pickup truck will have a suggested starting price of $16,365.
The base manufacturer’s suggested retail price, or MSRP, is for the Regular Cab model, while the Double Cab model comes with an MSRP of …. Source article : Toyota says 2011 Tacoma pickup truck to start at suggested retail price of $16,365.
Summary Box: GM to roll out Chevrolet Cruze to skeptical public after string of poor compacts
Summary Box: GM’s small car faces skeptical public
THE CAR: General Motors’ latest effort to build a small car, the Chevrolet Cruze, is coming to showrooms in September. Engineers have tried to make it perform better and quieter than competitors while keeping the price in line.
THE PROBLEM: GM has never had a decent compact, for years … Read more >>.
Purported ‘Samsung heiress’ busted with 230kg dope in luggage indicted on drug charges
COLUMBUS – A California woman arrested in Columbus, Ohio, after police found over 230 kilograms of marijuana in her luggage has been indicted on drug charges.
The charges were brought against 28-year-old Lisette Lee in the U.S. District Court in Columbus.
She faces one count of conspiracy and one of possession with intent to distribute over 100 …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Purported ‘Samsung heiress’ busted with 230kg dope in luggage indicted on drug charges.
Apple iOS 4 Release Date, Time
San Francisco (GaeaTimes.com) Apple fanatics all over the world are excited about the new iOS 4 software update. The Apple website claims that the new OS will have over a hundred new feature including the much needed multitasking which was absent from their pioneer iPhone and iPads. The list of new features … Read : Apple iOS 4 Release Date, Time.
Top 5 3D Laptop Review
Tech world has undergone a leap from 2D to 3D and the laptop . The basic feature with the Laptops includes a 3D screen, software and glasses. The software transforms 2D movies into 3D. The photos can even be viewed in 3D. The display is clinged to the panel pixel by pixel enabling the …. Original article : Top 5 3D Laptop Review.
Summary Box: GM to roll out Chevrolet Cruze to skeptical public after string of poor compacts
Summary Box: GM’s small car faces skeptical public
THE CAR: General Motors’ latest effort to build a small car, the Chevrolet Cruze, is coming to showrooms in September. Engineers have tried to make it perform better and quieter than competitors while keeping the price in line.
THE PROBLEM: GM has never had a decent compact, …. Source : Gaea News Network.
Toyota says 2011 Tacoma pickup truck to start at suggested retail price of $16,365
Toyota says 2011 Tacoma to start at $16,365
TORRANCE, Calif. – Toyota Motor Sales USA said Friday that its 2011 model year Tacoma pickup truck will have a suggested starting price of $16,365.
The base manufacturer’s suggested retail price, or MSRP, is for the Regular Cab model, while the Double Cab model comes with an … Read more : Toyota says 2011 Tacoma pickup truck to start at suggested retail price of $16,365.
Samsung Electronics heiress busted with 230kg marijuana in luggage
CALIFORNIA – A potential heir to the Samsung Electronics empire has been arrested in U.S. after police found over 230 kilograms of marijuana in her luggage.
Lisette Lee was arrested by Federal Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) officials at Port Columbus International Airport in Ohio.
She was flying from California to Columbus in a private jet when officials … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Samsung Electronics heiress busted with 230kg marijuana in luggage.
UK’s dirtiest car is the Lamboghini Murcielago
LONDON – Italy’s 270,000 Lamborghini Murcielago has been declared the least ‘green-friendly’ car and sports car in the United Kingdom.
According to The Sun, the two-seat Murcielago produces five times more carbon dioxide per mile than the greenest car of the year – the Toyota iQ.
It quoted Environmental Transport Association researchers as saying : “Thankfully there … Original article on : UK’s dirtiest car is the Lamboghini Murcielago.
White iPhone 4 to be available later this summer
San Francisco (GaeaTimes.com) Many Apple fanatics are sad today because their favorite iPhone will not be available in their favorite color white, at least not on June 24, the launch date of the iPhone 4. There is tremendous excitement for the new iPhone 4 and at least 2 million units are expected … Read more : White iPhone 4 to be available later this summer.
iPhone 4 Pre-Order Details
San Francisco (GaeaTimes.com) After some trouble with its online store, Apple iPhone 4 is finally available for pre-order on their Apple Store. The iPhone 4 is undoubtedly the best iPhone yet and you don’t have to be an expert to say that it’s sales numbers will easily touch millions. As it was announced, the …. Original article : iPhone 4 Pre-Order Details.
Pixar wizards lend their expertise to ‘Toy Story 3??? video game developer
Pixar wizards lend a hand to ‘Toy Story 3′ game
“Movie-based games seem like they’re destined to fail,” says Jason Katz, story supervisor for Pixar’s latest animated film, “Toy Story 3.” ”It’s like putting a giraffe in human clothes.”
But Pixar’s collaboration with Avalanche Software on the “Toy Story 3″ video game, released this week by Disney … Read more »»».
T-Mobile one-day promotion to offer free phones to group calling plan customers
T-Mobile promotion to offer free phones
SAN FRANCISCO – T-Mobile plans to give free phones to customers who sign up for group calling plans at its retail stores on Saturday – just days before rival At&T will start selling Apple’s latest iPhone.
The wireless carrier said Tuesday that throughout Saturday, beginning at 8 a.m., new customers will …. Read the original article : T-Mobile one-day promotion to offer free phones to group calling plan customers.
Summary Box: With ‘Kinect,’ Microsoft dispenses with video game controller
Summary Box: Microsoft’s seeks new gaming audience
KINECT FORE: Microsoft used the E3 video game expo to detail Kinect, a controller for the Xbox 360 game console that dispenses with a remote. It recognizers users’ gestures, so you can control on-screen action by moving your body.
THE DETAILS: Kinect is due to launch … Read : Summary Box: With ‘Kinect,’ Microsoft dispenses with video game controller.
Video game developers preparing for diverse Electronic Entertainment Expo in LA
Game developers preparing for diverse E3 show
LOS ANGELES – There might something for everyone at this year’s Electronic Entertainment Expo.
Nearly 250 exhibitors, including publishers Microsoft, Sony and Nintendo, plan to hype their latest games and gizmos at the gaming industry’s annual convention in Los Angeles.
The Entertainment Software Association expects 45,000 attendees at the … Read more »».
Nintendo 3DS Releasing Next Year
SAN FRANCISCO (GaeaTimes.com)- The gadget lovers are eagerly awaiting for the upcoming gaming console of Nintendo named the 3DS and it is expected to be out at the E3. It is not officially out though some people like John Riccitiello, the Electronic Arts CEO have laid eyes on the gadget. The previews are pretty …. Source : Nintendo 3DS Releasing Next Year.
Nokia 2690 Now In India
NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- Nokia has been trying to woo back the customers in the entry level segment for quite some time. The Finnish cellphone giant lost the market share to Korean rivals like LG and Samsung and regional companies in the budget segment in the last two years. The new Nokia 2690 …. Source article : Nokia 2690 Now In India.
Viva Chevy: GM puts brakes on memo nixing nickname, so call your Chevy what you’d like
Viva Chevy: GM puts brakes on memo nixing nickname
DETROIT – Relax, Chevrolet fanatics. Turns out you can take your “Chevy to the levee” or any other darn place you please.
General Motors Co. on Thursday backed off what it called a “poorly worded” internal memo that asked employees to refer to the brand only … Read : Viva Chevy: GM puts brakes on memo nixing nickname, so call your Chevy what you’d like.
GM: Memo about nixing ‘Chevy’ nickname ‘poorly worded,’ so call your Chevrolet what you like
Viva Chevy: GM says it didn’t plan to nix nickname
DETROIT – Turns out you can take your “Chevy to the levee” or any other darn place you please.
General Motors Co. on Thursday backed off a “poorly worded” internal memo that asked employees to refer to the brand only as “Chevrolet” in an effort …. Source : Gaea News Network.
THQ to transform ‘Red Faction’ video game into multiplatform franchise
‘Red Faction’ to become multiplatform franchise
LOS ANGELES – When THQ releases its “Red Faction: Armageddon” video game next year, the Martian shoot-’em-up won’t arrive alone. The fourth installment of the destructive open-world sci-fi series will be accompanied by a comic book, downloadable arcade-style game and a SyFy television movie that could possibly serve as the … Read this article on Gaea Times at : THQ to transform ‘Red Faction’ video game into multiplatform franchise.
Direct TV Customer Service Phone number
San Francisco (GaeaTimes.com) – Direct TV Customer Service Phone number is in hot demand now as many Direct TV customers are experiencing a very strange problem since today morning. The problem experienced by many users is that their TVs are struck to a single channel and they can’t change the channel through the remote. They …. Source article : Direct TV Customer Service Phone number.
Micromax Q55 Released: Micromax Bling Features & Price List
NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com) — After the enormous success of Q5 mobile, Micromax is now launching Q55 Bling IIFA limited edition phone. Micromax will use this brand mobile to sponsor the International Indian Film Academy, to be held in Sri Lanka.
Micromax Q55 is coming with loads of new features. The new phone weighing only …. Source article : Micromax Q55 Released: Micromax Bling Features & Price List.
iPhone 4 Activation
San Francisco (GaeaTimes.com) Today June 24, 2010 is the official release date of the iPhone 4 but some have already received their iPhone 4 and many of them are facing a problem with the iPhone 4 activation. With our previous experience we know that the AT&T and Apple activation systems tend to get … Read more : iPhone 4 Activation.
Body Bug: Gadget to Count Calories Burned
Are you worried about your ever increasing weight? Does your flab stinging you all the time? Let’s shed off all your anxiousness because overweight has gotten an any solution with Body Bug.
Body Bug is a magic gadget that helps you monitor your body weight continuously. It measures how much calories you are burning during [..] Read the original article: here.
Jimmy Kimmel’s webcam show is no hi-def affair, but his laptop computer gets it on the air
Jimmy Kimmel’s webcam show is no hi-def affair
NEW YORK – ABC late-night television host Jimmy Kimmel has gotten down to basics with a show he recorded on his laptop computer.
Kimmel’s webcam experiment in network TV on Tuesday night was prompted by a power outage that knocked out the equipment in his Hollywood studio … Read more »»».
Summary Box: The print magazine is no more, but the Gourmet brand is returning as an app
Summary Box: Gourmet brand returns as an app
GOURMET’S BACK: Conde Nast said Tuesday it will bring the recently shuttered Gourmet magazine back to life in a new form on mobile gadgets like Apple Inc.’s iPad.
APP HAPPY: The move is another bet by Conde Nast on the world of apps – the mobile software [..] Read the original article: here.
British awards’ nominations begin
LONDON – The 2010 Rory Peck Awards, sponsored by Sony Professional, has opened for nominations to honour global excellence in freelance news and current affairs camerawork.
These are the only awards dedicated to the work of professional freelance camerapersons and welcome entries from all over the world.
The London-based Rory Peck Trust was established …. Source article : British awards’ nominations begin.
Motorola buying back $362 million worth of bonds, bringing total to $500 million
Motorola buying back $362 million worth of bonds
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – The phone maker Motorola Inc. said Tuesday it is buying back $361.8 million worth of its outstanding bonds.
The company said debt holders offered to sell back roughly $400 million under the terms of Motorola’s “Dutch Auction” tender offer. Under such an auction bond …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Motorola buying back $362 million worth of bonds, bringing total to $500 million.
Purported ‘Samsung heiress’ busted with 230kg dope in luggage indicted on drug charges
COLUMBUS – A California woman arrested in Columbus, Ohio, after police found over 230 kilograms of marijuana in her luggage has been indicted on drug charges.
The charges were brought against 28-year-old Lisette Lee in the U.S. District Court in Columbus.
She faces one count of conspiracy and one of possession with intent to distribute over 100 …. Source article : Purported ‘Samsung heiress’ busted with 230kg dope in luggage indicted on drug charges.
Apple iOS 4 Release Date, Time
San Francisco (GaeaTimes.com) Apple fanatics all over the world are excited about the new iOS 4 software update. The Apple website claims that the new OS will have over a hundred new feature including the much needed multitasking which was absent from their pioneer iPhone and iPads. The list of new features …. Read the original article : here.
Top 5 3D Laptop Review
Tech world has undergone a leap from 2D to 3D and the laptop . The basic feature with the Laptops includes a 3D screen, software and glasses. The software transforms 2D movies into 3D. The photos can even be viewed in 3D. The display is clinged to the panel pixel by pixel enabling the … Original source on Gaea Times at : Top 5 3D Laptop Review.
iPhone 4 Problems Show Up on the very first day of its launch
San Francisco (GaeaTimes.com) The iPhone 4 is officially launched today and it is barely in the hands of the consumers but some problems with the new iPhone 4 have started to show up. The biggest complaint of them all is the reception issue when the phone is held by its metal antenna band. … Read more »».
Toyota to recall 17,000 Lexus hybrids over fuel spills during crash tests
Toyota to recall Lexus hybrid over fuel spills
WASHINGTON – Toyota say it is recalling 17,000 Lexus luxury hybrids after testing showed that fuel can spill during a rear end crash.
Toyota says tests conducted for the National Traffic Highway Safety Administration found that fuel leaked during a rear impact crash on a 2010 HS250h …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Toyota to recall 17,000 Lexus hybrids over fuel spills during crash tests.
Summary Box: Some Apple fans report gripping sides of new iPhone 4 can affect calls
Summary Box: Holding iPhone 4 can affect calls
HARD TO HANDLE: Some early buyers of Apple Inc.’s new iPhone 4 say holding the smart phone in a certain way causes the number of “bars” to plummet. Some say gripping the phone causes it to disconnect mid-call.
BLAME THE REDESIGN: Apple’s fourth-generation iPhone has a stainless … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Summary Box: Some Apple fans report gripping sides of new iPhone 4 can affect calls.
iPhone 4 Recall: Is it true?
San Francisco (GaeaTimes.com) – iPhone 4 problems have shown up on very first day of its launch and it seems that people are demanding a recall of the iPhone 4 to fix the problems. iPhone 4 recall is a trending topic on Google as many people are searching for the news about the iPhone … Read more >>>.
iPhone 4 Recall: Is it true?
San Francisco (GaeaTimes.com) – iPhone 4 problems have shown up on very first day of its launch and it seems that people are demanding a recall of the iPhone 4 to fix the problems. iPhone 4 recall is a trending topic on Google as many people are searching for the news about the iPhone … Read more >>>.
Toyota to recall 17,000 Lexus hybrids over fuel spills during crash tests
Toyota to recall Lexus hybrid over fuel spills
WASHINGTON – Toyota say it is recalling 17,000 Lexus luxury hybrids after testing showed that fuel can spill during a rear end crash.
Toyota says tests conducted for the National Traffic Highway Safety Administration found that fuel leaked during a rear impact crash on a 2010 HS250h …. Source : Toyota to recall 17,000 Lexus hybrids over fuel spills during crash tests.
Summary Box: Some Apple fans report gripping sides of new iPhone 4 can affect calls
Summary Box: Holding iPhone 4 can affect calls
HARD TO HANDLE: Some early buyers of Apple Inc.’s new iPhone 4 say holding the smart phone in a certain way causes the number of “bars” to plummet. Some say gripping the phone causes it to disconnect mid-call.
BLAME THE REDESIGN: Apple’s fourth-generation iPhone has a stainless … Read more : Summary Box: Some Apple fans report gripping sides of new iPhone 4 can affect calls.
iPhone 4 Problems Show Up on the very first day of its launch
San Francisco (GaeaTimes.com) The iPhone 4 is officially launched today and it is barely in the hands of the consumers but some problems with the new iPhone 4 have started to show up. The biggest complaint of them all is the reception issue when the phone is held by its metal antenna band. … Read this article on Gaea Times at : iPhone 4 Problems Show Up on the very first day of its launch.
iPhone 4 Activation
San Francisco (GaeaTimes.com) Today June 24, 2010 is the official release date of the iPhone 4 but some have already received their iPhone 4 and many of them are facing a problem with the iPhone 4 activation. With our previous experience we know that the AT&T and Apple activation systems tend to get …. Source : iPhone 4 Activation.
Body Bug: Gadget to Count Calories Burned
Are you worried about your ever increasing weight? Does your flab stinging you all the time? Let’s shed off all your anxiousness because overweight has gotten an any solution with Body Bug.
Body Bug is a magic gadget that helps you monitor your body weight continuously. It measures how much calories you are burning during …. Source : Body Bug: Gadget to Count Calories Burned.
Jimmy Kimmel’s webcam show is no hi-def affair, but his laptop computer gets it on the air
Jimmy Kimmel’s webcam show is no hi-def affair
NEW YORK – ABC late-night television host Jimmy Kimmel has gotten down to basics with a show he recorded on his laptop computer.
Kimmel’s webcam experiment in network TV on Tuesday night was prompted by a power outage that knocked out the equipment in his Hollywood studio … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Jimmy Kimmel’s webcam show is no hi-def affair, but his laptop computer gets it on the air.
Summary Box: The print magazine is no more, but the Gourmet brand is returning as an app
Summary Box: Gourmet brand returns as an app
GOURMET’S BACK: Conde Nast said Tuesday it will bring the recently shuttered Gourmet magazine back to life in a new form on mobile gadgets like Apple Inc.’s iPad.
APP HAPPY: The move is another bet by Conde Nast on the world of apps – the mobile software … Read more >>.
British awards’ nominations begin
LONDON – The 2010 Rory Peck Awards, sponsored by Sony Professional, has opened for nominations to honour global excellence in freelance news and current affairs camerawork.
These are the only awards dedicated to the work of professional freelance camerapersons and welcome entries from all over the world.
The London-based Rory Peck Trust was established …. Original article on Gaea Times at : British awards’ nominations begin.
Motorola buying back $362 million worth of bonds, bringing total to $500 million
Motorola buying back $362 million worth of bonds
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – The phone maker Motorola Inc. said Tuesday it is buying back $361.8 million worth of its outstanding bonds.
The company said debt holders offered to sell back roughly $400 million under the terms of Motorola’s “Dutch Auction” tender offer. Under such an auction bond … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Motorola buying back $362 million worth of bonds, bringing total to $500 million.
Insurance now available for iPhones, but is it good deal?
Summary Box: IPhone insurance now available
THE COVERAGE: Asurion’s new policy will cover iPhones that are lost or stolen, or even damaged. That includes cracked screens even if the phone otherwise works.
THE COSTS: $12 a month, with a $199 deductible for the latest model.
THE BOTTOM LINE: Asurion says the insurance offers peace of mind. But Mike … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Insurance now available for iPhones, but is it good deal?.
Terrafugia Transition ‘flying car’ gets go-ahead from US air authorities
WASHINGTON – The Terrafugia Transition, a light aircraft that can convert into a road-legal automobile, is to go into production after being given a special weight exemption by the US Federal Air Authority.
The car is expected to retail at 194,000 dollars.
The aircraft was designed as a … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Terrafugia Transition ‘flying car’ gets go-ahead from US air authorities.
PS3 Update 3.40 Released: Whats New?
PlayStation 3 users has much reasons to rejoice. Finally their much awaited PS3 3.40 is out. Sony has unveiled PS3 3.40, a paid service for PS3 owners. The updated version of PS3 software comes with arrays of new features that include revamped Photo Gallery, Video Editor and Uploader, downloading free games, five star rating … Original source on Gaea Times at : PS3 Update 3.40 Released: Whats New?.
Meet the teen Spiderman fan who climbs walls using a self-invented gadget
LONDON – At 13 years old Hibiki Kono may come across as any other superhero fan. But the schoolgoer has proved that his ingenuity sets him apart from other teens – using two 14.98pound Tesco Value vacuum cleaners he has invented a machine that allows him to …. Read the original article : Meet the teen Spiderman fan who climbs walls using a self-invented gadget.