Monday, September 06, 2010

Gadgetophilia (Gadgets) – Weekly Newsletter for September 1-6, 2010

Monday, September 6, 2010


Nokia Dual Sim Mobile Unveiled

DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- Desperate to claw back the markets share it has lost to regional competitors in the Indian market, Finnish mobile handset behemoth Nokia has launched 2 dual SIM handsets for the Indian users. The company has been losing market share steadily to the other regional companies for the last few years. Korean …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Summary Box: India BlackBerry ban averted for 60 more days

Summary Box: India BlackBerry ban averted for now
TEMPORARY REPREIVE: India is withdrawing its threat to ban BlackBerry services for at least 60 more days. The deadline had been Tuesday for BlackBerry maker Research In Motion Ltd. to give security officials lawful access to encrypted data.
UNTIL THEN: India’s Department of Telecommunications will study the … Read more >>>.

The Ultimate Game Chair V3 Fascinates the Gamers

Fascinated with games? Want them to go real? Here is something that is sure to add Ecstasy to your gaming experience.
The Ultimate Game Chair is for sure the best among all the gaming accessories that have hit the market till date. This sleek geek chair is power packed with almost all the features that one … Read more : The Ultimate Game Chair V3 Fascinates the Gamers.

Sleep Well with Dreamate Sleep Inducer

Do you return to your home tired, exhausted, outrun by the rat race every day only to face more the very next morning?
Here is exactly what you need — a sound sleep to de-stress yourself. Dreamate Sleep Inducer helps you in doing that. Today life takes a lot more from you than it provides you, …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Sleep Well with Dreamate Sleep Inducer.

Samsung Dual Sim Guru Mobile Phone Launched

KOLKATA, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com) — Today, Samsung India launched Samsung Guru Dual Sim Mobile Phone. These days, the number of Mobile networks in India is increasing constantly. Each one of them provides a better offer than the other. So, the Dual Sim Guru had been one of the most awaited Mobile phones of this year … Read more : Samsung Dual Sim Guru Mobile Phone Launched.

GM sets price for compressed natural gas option in full-size vans

GM lists prices for CNG vans
DETROIT – General Motors said Tuesday that it will cost $15,910 for customers to outfit full-size Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans with compressed natural gas equipment.
The CNG option includes a natural gas capable V8 engine, heavy duty trailering equipment, and a dedicated CNG system.
That means that the …. Original article  : GM sets price for compressed natural gas option in full-size vans.

Microsoft raising Xbox Live subscription prices in US, UK, Mexico and Canada

Microsoft hiking Xbox Live subscription prices
NEW YORK – Microsoft is raising subscription prices for its popular Xbox Live Gold online gaming service in the U.S. and three other countries.
Beginning Nov. 1, an annual Gold membership will cost $60, up from $50. A three-month subscription will cost $25, up from $20. And a one-month …. Source  : Microsoft raising Xbox Live subscription prices in US, UK, Mexico and Canada.

BlackBerry users rejoice, as it gets two-month Govt. extension to set up servers in India

BANGALORE/KOLKATA – BlackBerry users in different parts of the country rejoiced on Tuesday as its makers got an extension of 60-days from the Government of India with affect from Aug.31, 2010 to set up their servers in India.

Blackberry sellers in Bangalore said they were … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : BlackBerry users rejoice, as it gets two-month Govt. extension to set up servers in India.

Sony a33 & a55 SLT Cameras: First Look

With a series of DSLR cameras flooding the market from Nikon and Canon, Sony is not behind. It challenges the family of DSLR cameras by releasing the SLT a55 and SLT a33. This will be the first pair of cameras to flaunt Sony’s translucent mirror design technology. These two cameras feels like DSLR and produces …. Read the original article  : Sony a33 & a55 SLT Cameras: First Look.

Canon Revolutionizes the Concepts of CMOS Image Sensor

Canon has always been the pioneer in the photography business and holds patents in many bleeding edge technologies over the ages.
Concepts regarding CMOS Image Sensors went through distinct upheaval as the company rolled out world’s largest CMOS image sensor with a chip size measuring 202 x 205 mm.
This sensor moved 40 times ahead of its …. Read the original article  : here.

Nokia Dual Sim Mobile Unveiled

DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- Desperate to claw back the markets share it has lost to regional competitors in the Indian market, Finnish mobile handset behemoth Nokia has launched 2 dual SIM handsets for the Indian users. The company has been losing market share steadily to the other regional companies for the last few years. Korean … Read : Nokia Dual Sim Mobile Unveiled.

Summary Box: India BlackBerry ban averted for 60 more days

Summary Box: India BlackBerry ban averted for now
TEMPORARY REPREIVE: India is withdrawing its threat to ban BlackBerry services for at least 60 more days. The deadline had been Tuesday for BlackBerry maker Research In Motion Ltd. to give security officials lawful access to encrypted data.
UNTIL THEN: India’s Department of Telecommunications will study the … Read more »».

The Ultimate Game Chair V3 Fascinates the Gamers

Fascinated with games? Want them to go real? Here is something that is sure to add Ecstasy to your gaming experience.
The Ultimate Game Chair is for sure the best among all the gaming accessories that have hit the market till date. This sleek geek chair is power packed with almost all the features that one …. Read the original article  : The Ultimate Game Chair V3 Fascinates the Gamers.

Sleep Well with Dreamate Sleep Inducer

Do you return to your home tired, exhausted, outrun by the rat race every day only to face more the very next morning?
Here is exactly what you need — a sound sleep to de-stress yourself. Dreamate Sleep Inducer helps you in doing that. Today life takes a lot more from you than it provides you, …. Source  : Sleep Well with Dreamate Sleep Inducer.

Samsung Dual Sim Guru Mobile Phone Launched

KOLKATA, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com) — Today, Samsung India launched Samsung Guru Dual Sim Mobile Phone. These days, the number of Mobile networks in India is increasing constantly. Each one of them provides a better offer than the other. So, the Dual Sim Guru had been one of the most awaited Mobile phones of this year …. Read the original article  : Samsung Dual Sim Guru Mobile Phone Launched.

Blackberry has to confirm to national interests, says Pilot

KOLKATA – Minister of State for Communication and Information Technology Sachin Pilot said there would be no compromise with national security concerns in resolving the critical deadlock between Canada-based BlackBerry maker Research In Motion (RIM) and the center.

Pilot while talking to media persons here on Wednesday, also added that legitimate concerns of law enforcement … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Blackberry has to confirm to national interests, says Pilot.

Apple iTunes 10 Brings Social Network With “Ping”

SAN FRANSISCO (GaeaTimes.com) — Apple is ‘The’ company to look for innovations. So after it became one of the most successful Tech Product companies in the world the question is where does it go from there. As expected their press conference was peppered with news and announcements to make anyone’s head spin. The question …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Apple TV: Price and Features

SAN FRANCISCO (GaeaTimes.com) — Steve Jobs rarely fails to surprise. As expected The Apple unveiled the new Apple TV in its music event. But this relaunch offers numerous features that would make it irresistible to any ardent Apple Supporter. The pocket sized device is a quarter of the size of its predecessor. The Tiny …. Read the original article  : here.

Toyota says US August sales fell 12 percent from July as uncertain buyers avoid showrooms

Toyota sales fall 12 percent in Aug. versus July
TORRANCE, Calif. – Toyota Motor says its sales fell 12 percent in August compared with July, as buyers nervous about the economy stayed away from showrooms.
The Japanese automaker plagued by recalls says sales plunged 34 percent compared with August last year. But the poor comparison … Original source on Gaea Times at : Toyota says US August sales fell 12 percent from July as uncertain buyers avoid showrooms.

Toyota August sales fall 31 percent from a year ago period that was boosted by clunkers rebate

August Auto Sales: Toyota
IRVINE, Calif. – Toyota Motor Sales USA said Wednesday that its August sales fell 31.4 percent from the same time last year, when sales were boosted by the federal Cash for Clunkers rebate program.
Toyota vehicles, especially the widely sold Corolla, were among the more popular vehicles sold under the trade-in …. Original source  : Toyota August sales fall 31 percent from a year ago period that was boosted by clunkers rebate.

The MSI WindBOX III Upgrade Hits Stores Soon

When spoken of WindBOX we mean the sleekest and smoothest of architechtures in the history of PCs.
With the WindBOX what MSI has already achieved is fan-less design and huge reduction in noise but the new upgrade offers more.
Features at a Glance:

HDMI Out
6 USB 2.o ports
2 mini-PCIe slots
2 powered COM ports
Intel GS45 + ICH9M Chipset
WiFi BGN
Bluetooth
Wide … Read : The MSI WindBOX III Upgrade Hits Stores Soon.

Verbatim’s Nano Wireless Notebook Optical Mouse: Review

You just bought a new laptop or net book and you’re already tired of that stupid little touchpad or red useless red button in the middle of the keyboard and you’re already wishing you had a mouse to use. Now for this mouse you would like to have something compact, ready to go at a … Read more : Verbatim’s Nano Wireless Notebook Optical Mouse: Review.

Sony E-Reader: Enjoy the Natural Reading Experience

Sony continues to expand its range of devices and this time its challenge is to bring words into the digital world. Today giant electronics company unleashed three latest generation e-readers that promises to revolutionize the words and give you a spontaneous natural reading experience.
The three readers namely the Pocket Edition, Touch Edition and Daily Edition … Original article on : Sony E-Reader: Enjoy the Natural Reading Experience.

TV Networks take on Apple at 99 cent

The TV Networks fear huge financial loss with Steve Job’s 99 cent rental plan.
Reportedly, Apple’s share per deal will be 30 cent that leaves behind just 70 cents. Now, the most common question that arises is wouldn’t there be a huge upheaval in the financial sector regarding pricing control. Well, even the experts in the …. Read the original article  : TV Networks take on Apple at 99 cent.

LG unveils 4 new Monitor at IFA

NEW YORK (GaeaTimes.com) — LG is launching its new range of 4 monitors at the IFA. These 4 new monitors have come up with some cool features to show off. LG has grabbed the best opportunity to launch its new series of display devices.
The 4 new monitors are E10, IPS 1, IPS 6 and …. Source  : LG unveils 4 new Monitor at IFA.

AP Interview: UN telecom chief says BlackBerry manufacturer should compromise on data-sharing

UN official: BlackBerry should share users’ data
LONDON – The chief of the U.N.’s telecommunications agency is urging BlackBerry’s manufacturer to allow foreign law enforcement agencies access to its customers’ data.
The International Telecommunication Union agency’s Secretary-General Hamadoun Toure says governments fighting terrorism have the right to demand access to users’ information from BlackBerry’s maker, …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Samsung Galaxy Tab Launched: Features, Price and Availability

BERLIN (GaeaTimes.com) — Samsung has come forward in a direct confrontation with Apple by revealing a new tablet computer into the market. The all new tablet computer named ‘Galaxy Tab’ has been launched at the IFA conference in Berlin.

At the release of Galaxy Tab, Samsung’s head of product portfolio Thomas Richter said “This is not … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Samsung Galaxy Tab Launched: Features, Price and Availability.

Apple Unveiled iPod Nano: Features and Prices

SAN FRANCISCO (GaeaTimes.com) — At the September 1, 2010 event in San Francisco Apple has unveiled a new line up for iPods. The new Apple iPod called iPod Nano comes with a smaller size and revamped design.

The iPod Nano has a 1.5 inch color display with 240×240 pixel resolution. It has been shrinked to 46 [..] Read the original article: here.

Duke Nukem Forever: Alive And Chewing Gum At PAX, Releases 2011

There’s Plenty of Duke to go around. Its almost a decade since the gaming audience was subjected to the horrors of delays for their favorite Duke to come back. The 12 year journey where the game That suffered no less than 4 engine changes, countless delays and a studio turning bankrupt is “Over”. Its … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Duke Nukem Forever: Alive And Chewing Gum At PAX, Releases 2011.

GM to unveil its Cruze compact sedan Wednesday

GM to unveil Cruze compact sedans
LORDSTOWN, Ohio – General Motors said Friday that it will launch its Chevrolet Cruze compact sedan next week at the Ohio factory that makes the car.
GM’s North America president, Mark Reuss, and Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland are scheduled to unveil the Cruze Wednesday. It goes on sale this …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

‘Home Improvement’ and ‘Toy Story’ star Tim Allen becomes voice of Chevrolet

‘Toy Story’ star Tim Allen becomes Chevy pitchman
DETROIT – The star of “Home Improvement” and the “Toy Story” movies is becoming a pitchman for Chevrolet.
General Motors Co. says Tim Allen will be a spokesman for the brand and will star in a series of TV ads for the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : ‘Home Improvement’ and ‘Toy Story’ star Tim Allen becomes voice of Chevrolet.

Panasonic India Launches 3D Technology Integrated AG-3DA1 Video Camera

KOLKATA, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com) — Did you enjoy the Movie “Avatar”? If yes, then there are a lot more Avatars coming up from Indian Production line ups.
Technology is emerging fast. Black and White to Color, Color to HD, and now it’s from HD to 3D. With this advanced technology Panasonic India has redesigned …. Source article  : Panasonic India Launches 3D Technology Integrated AG-3DA1 Video Camera.

US military exchanges ban video game allowing Taliban to take pot shots at US soldiers

WASHINGTON – The “Medal of Honor” video game, which reportedly allows players to assume the role of Taliban fighters to kill US soldiers, will not be stocked at military exchanges as it includes depictions of violence toward American troops in Afghanistan.

Many service members looking forward to the … Read more : US military exchanges ban video game allowing Taliban to take pot shots at US soldiers.

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