Saudi Arabia says phone companies have until Monday to test BlackBerry compliance, avert ban

Saudi gives firms time to test BlackBerry system

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – Saudi Arabia’s telecom regulator says it is giving the country’s mobile operators additional time to finalize a deal allowing BlackBerry messaging services to continue.
The kingdom’s Communications and Information Technology Commission said in a statement late Saturday it is giving telecom companies a grace …. Original article  : Saudi Arabia says phone companies have until Monday to test BlackBerry compliance, avert ban.

Powerbot : Smartest Load Carrier in the Town

AMHEREST (GaeaTimes.com) — Mobile Robots have successfully launched a brand new invention named – The Powerbot. It is designed to carry payloads through complex routes to make a delivery successful.
The bot comes with a heavy metal casing and a powerful driving motor for wheels that allows the Powerbot to travel at 1.6m/sec. It contains an …. Read the original article  : here.

Govt says preliminary investigation has found no new safety defects in runaway Toyotas

Govt: No new safety defects in runaway Toyotas

WASHINGTON – Government investigators have found no new safety defects beyond problems with accelerator pedals that explain reports of sudden acceleration in Toyotas, according to preliminary findings by the Transportation Department.
Safety experts have said vehicle electronic systems could be to blame for the massive recalls but the initial … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Govt says preliminary investigation has found no new safety defects in runaway Toyotas.

10 Best Semi-Automatic 12 Gauge Shotgun in 2010

Looking for a gun that is deadly accurate in close range combats? Or something that blows away your target into pieces instead of putting tiny holes in the body? Then Shotgun is here to answer all your need. Someone has correctly said about this gun that- “Nothing ’screams’ power more than a shotgun!”
Shotguns can fire …. Source  : 10 Best Semi-Automatic 12 Gauge Shotgun in 2010.

10 Best Entry Level Digital SLRs (DSLR) for 2010

KOLKATA, INDIA (Gaeatimes.com) — Are you an avid photographer, tired of using Cameras with Auto Adjustments??? If yes, you might need to get rid of your Compact Digital that bounds your creativity. It’s high time to buy an entry level DSLR for yourself. A Camera that turns your visions into reality can be your …. Source article  : 10 Best Entry Level Digital SLRs (DSLR) for 2010.

Honda Recalls 383,000 Cars due to Faulty Safety Device

DETROIT (GaeaTimes.com) — Honda Motors Co. decided to recall about 383,000 vehicles last Monday. It was revealed that there was a possibility of a problem with the ignition interlock system of the Vehicles.
According to industry estimates more than 197,000 Honda Accords and 117,000 Civic models from the 2003 model year along with 69.000 Element … Original article on : Honda Recalls 383,000 Cars due to Faulty Safety Device.

How To Build A Gaming PC In India

An ideal gaming grade PC needs to include the very best of the components out there. We know how frustrating it can be when a resource hungry game like Crysis slows down to a crawl during the intense firefights on the PC that costs thousands of rupees. To build the ultimate gaming PC he [..] Read the original article: here.

Million volt stun guns smuggled into UK in disguise of Nokia phones

LONDON – Million volt stun guns, the potentially lethal K95s, that are 24 times more powerful than a police Taser and disguised as mobile phones, are being smuggled into Britain by criminal gangs.

According to The Sun, they look like Nokia phones but electrodes in the top deliver a 1.2 million volt shock.

UK Border … Read : Million volt stun guns smuggled into UK in disguise of Nokia phones.

10 Best Gold Irons (Review) in 2010

A Golf set essentially comprises Woods, Irons, Putter and Wedges. The latter is more of iron whether or not they are separated. Irons are the clubs most likely to be used from the fairway, although they are often hit from the tee, too (especially on par-3 holes). Irons feature thin, grooved faces of varying …. Original source  : 10 Best Gold Irons (Review) in 2010.

Blackberry seeks fresh appointment with Home Ministry

NEW DELHI – Blackberry maker Research In Motion (RIM) has reportedly sough a fresh appointment with the government, which has been asking the smartphone vendor to provide access to email and messenger data or face ban.

RIM Vice President has reportedly sought another meeting, even though sources in the government have said that no time … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Blackberry seeks fresh appointment with Home Ministry.

V Force Customs Designed a Unique Chopper Styled Bike

LOS ANGELES (Gaeatimes.com) — The V Force Customs is a custom Motorcycle Company that is unique and well known for its upgrades and customizations. The V Force Website displays an array of their skills. Till date, V force had been upgrading and customizing designs. But, now a whole new version of their newly designed … Read more : V Force Customs Designed a Unique Chopper Styled Bike.

Paul Jr. Unleashes His Latest Design

NEW YORK (GaeaTimes.com) — Post the clash between Senior and Junior Paul, people are all excited to watch the duo in action. American Chopper is scheduled to return with the title of Senior vs. Junior and is expected to be an instant hit. With the Pauls at odds, the people are waiting to know, …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Paul Jr. Unleashes His Latest Design.

Blackberry maker lists four criteria for lawful access to security architecture

TORONTO – A day after the Indian Government set an August 31 deadline to permit access to encrypted signals and messages, Research In Motion (RIM), the company that manufactures the Blackberry range of mobiles has said that four criteria need to be met before allowing lawful access to the security architecture of each mobile handset.

According … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Blackberry maker lists four criteria for lawful access to security architecture.

Summary Box: Indian government sets Aug 31. deadline for BlackBerry

Summary Box: India sets BlackBerry deadline
THE THREAT: India’s Home Ministry says it will block BlackBerry corporate e-mail and messaging services unless the device’s manufacturer makes data easily available to its intelligence and law enforcement agencies. The deadline is Aug. 31.
WHY: India says the services could be used by militant groups.
THE RESPONSE: BlackBerry maker …. Original article  : Summary Box: Indian government sets Aug 31. deadline for BlackBerry.

Service providers asked to make Blackberry services accessible to security agencies by Aug-end

NEW DELHI – The Government on Thursday asked the Telecom Department to convey to service providers that two Blackberry services be made accessible to Law Enforcement Agencies by August 31, 2010.

The decision to issue such a directive was taken …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Service providers asked to make Blackberry services accessible to security agencies by Aug-end.

Blackberry manufacturer set Aug 31 deadline

NEW DELHI – Research in Motion (RIM), the company which produces Blackberry phones has been given time till August 31 to comply with the government’s demand for access to encryption details.

Private service providers Vodafone and Airtel were not present at the meeting. …. Original source  : Blackberry manufacturer set Aug 31 deadline.

Indian government sets Aug 31. deadline for BlackBerry to address security concerns

India sets Aug. 31 deadline for BlackBerry info
NEW DELHI – India says it will block BlackBerry corporate e-mail and messaging services unless the cell phones’ manufacturer, Research In Motion Ltd., makes them accessible to security agencies by Aug. 31.
Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates have also threatened to cut off popular BlackBerry …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Indian government sets Aug 31. deadline for BlackBerry to address security concerns.

Apple manager indicted in Calif. on charges he received kickbacks in exchange for information

Apple manager indicted in CA on kickback charges

CUPERTINO, Calif. – A manager at Apple Inc. has been indicted by a federal grand jury in an alleged kickback scheme involving suppliers of iPhone and iPod accessories.
Authorities say 37-year-old Paul Shin Devine was arrested on Friday on charges of wire fraud, money laundering and kickbacks.
The Sunnyvale resident … Read : Apple manager indicted in Calif. on charges he received kickbacks in exchange for information.

Samsung Champ Price Creates a Buzz

MUMBAI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com) — Samsung is trying to grab the lion’s share of the Indian Smartphone market. They already made a dent in Nokia’s market share by releasing the Corby series of affordable touch-screen phones. With their latest release Samsung Champ, the electronics major will have the “Smallest Touchscreen phone ever”.
The USP of the … Original article on : Samsung Champ Price Creates a Buzz.

No mediating between Blackberry maker, India: US

WASHINGTON – The United States will not mediate between Blackberry maker Research In Motion (RIM) and the Indian Government, which has asked the smartphone vendor to provide access to some of mobile messaging services or face a ban due to security threats after August 31.

The State …. Source  : No mediating between Blackberry maker, India: US.

10 Best Budget SLR Cameras for 2010

The world of Cameras offers a wide range of choices based on features and price. Out of this whole lot, SLR (Single Lens reflex) cameras have an upper hand due to its impressive qualities. If you are a seasoned photographer who has been into the photography for a long time, then you know the …. Read the original article  : 10 Best Budget SLR Cameras for 2010.

Summary Box: India eyeing Google, Skype in security crackdown after threat to BlackBerry

Summary Box: India eyes Google and Skype
THE BACKDROP: India has threatened to block BlackBerry corporate e-mail and messaging services unless intelligence and law enforcement agencies get easier access to data by Aug. 31.
NEXT MOVES: The government may soon ask Google Inc. and Skype SA for greater access to encrypted information sent over their … Original source on Gaea Times at : Summary Box: India eyeing Google, Skype in security crackdown after threat to BlackBerry.

Friday the 13th Superstitions: Good or Bad for Dell

New York (GaeaTimes.com) – Friday the 13th is considered an unlucky day but Dell was not worried about it and they have released the brand new Dell Steak on 13th August, 2010. They did not care about the day of Superstitions of fear and unnatural things on Friday the 13th. Dell is confident about … Read : Friday the 13th Superstitions: Good or Bad for Dell.

India eyeing Google and Skype in security crackdown after threat to ban BlackBerry services

India eyes Google and Skype in security crackdown
MUMBAI, India – India may ask Google and Skype for greater access to encrypted information once it resolves security concerns with BlackBerrys, which are now under threat of a ban, according to a government document and two people familiar with the discussions.
The 2008 terror …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : India eyeing Google and Skype in security crackdown after threat to ban BlackBerry services.

10 Best Budget Point and Shoot Cameras for 2010

KOLKATA, INDIA (Gaeatimes.com) — With every passing day, technology is creeping deeper into our lives slowly and steadily. Digital Cameras have been the object of fascination for many of us. So, what provokes everyone having a Digital Camera? Now-a-days Point and Shoot Cameras have gone a lot cheaper. Another reason is the disadvantage that … Read : 10 Best Budget Point and Shoot Cameras for 2010.

Average Brit holidaymaking family packs ???3K worth of clothes, gadgets, toiletries!

LONDON – Researchers have found that the average British holidaymaking family crams 3,000 pounds worth of clothes, gadgets and toiletries into their luggage – worth almost three times as much as their holiday.heir research showed that the typical travellers take 325 pounds of clothes, 119 pounds of shoes, flip-flops and wedges and 75 pounds of … Read more >>>.