USB News
August 31, 2009
Syamwave is due to reveal additional details about is silicon USB 3.0 at the Monday Hot Chips conference. The USB 3.0 debuted in November of last year and is able to provide a transfer rage of 5GB per second over the previous USB 2.0 model which was only able to transfer at a 480Mbps. Symwave also said that when used along with ...
Silicon USB 3.0 will be revealed Monday
by Alan HartenSyamwave is due to reveal additional details about is silicon USB 3.0 at the Monday Hot Chips conference. The USB 3.0 debuted in November of last year and is able to provide a transfer rage of 5GB per second over the previous USB 2.0 model which was only able to transfer at a 480Mbps. Symwave also said that when used along with ...
BlockMaster’s 5x faster USB
by Alan HartenBlockMaster released a new USB Flash drive that is hailed by the company as the fastest secure USB due to the fact that it processes five times faster than comparative models and is still able to offer users a 256 bit AES encryption of hardware. The new USB is called the SafeStick SuperSonic and will cost interested consumers about £85 for ...
Government USB data losses are embarrassing
by Alan HartenThe new Resource Accounts for 2008-2009 report from the Home Office offered a dramatically new estimation of how much data was lost by PA Consulting last year surprising many and leading a few to question if the government can adequately protect the personal data of its citizens. Originally the Home Office claimed that when a USB was lost by PA Consulting ...
This USB will self destruct in 5 seconds
by Alan HartenThose who value the security of their data may want to take a look at the new Pocket Safe USB Drive. In order to even access the data stored on the drive you need to enter a pin number on the built in keypad. An added benefit of the Pocket Safe USB Drive is a self destruct feature that you ...
Verbatim portable USB HD
by Alan HartenVerbatim introduced a new USB device to the market that is portable and has a blue screen that is always lit up to help users see how much available disk space they have left to consume. The device is known as the InSight and hit stores on Monday. The USB is black in colour and is compatible with both Windows ...
Apple, AT&T Hit with Third Lawsuit over MMS
by Franz BicarHere comes another one. A frequently used line for Apple and AT&T this month as it got hit by another class action lawsuit for the third time this month. This is, again, about the Multimedia Messaging (MMS) issue that a lot of customers are complaining about. A lot of customers are disappointed at Apple and AT&T as these companies ...
Study Shows Cell Phone Usage Direct Link to Brain Tumors
by Franz BicarWe’ve heard the claims, and we don’t really take it seriously, but recent studies show that it’s true.Yes, cell phone usage leads to a higher susceptibility to cancer. In a 37-page report by a group of international scientists calling themselves International EMF (Electromagnetic Field) Collaborative, it is concluded that there is a 400% increased risk of acquiring cancer among cell ...
August 28, 2009
ITV is working on finalising its stake in Hulu, an online streaming video service that originated in the US, so that soon many British programmes could become available for online viewing, such as mainstays like Coronation Street. Hulu has been trying to enter the British market since the TV venture Project Kangaroo was blocked by regulators at the beginning of 2009. In ...
ITV soon to go IPTV
by Alan HartenITV is working on finalising its stake in Hulu, an online streaming video service that originated in the US, so that soon many British programmes could become available for online viewing, such as mainstays like Coronation Street. Hulu has been trying to enter the British market since the TV venture Project Kangaroo was blocked by regulators at the beginning of 2009. In ...
T-Mobile tops mobile broadband poll
by David Allen
T-Mobile provides the fastest mobile broadband in the UK, a YouGov poll found.
Mobile broadband users rated the network fastest for upload and download speeds, and gave it top scores for customer service and ease of use.
The operator also ranked highest for value for money and simple billing.
The poll is the third consecutive ...Nokia unveils N900 tablet phone
by David Allen
Nokia has officially unveiled its latest touchscreen handset, the N900.
The flagship device, built on Nokia's Linux-based OS Maemo 5, features a 3.5-inch screen that Nokia claims will deliever a PC-like experience on the handheld tablet.
The handset is Nokia's first internet tablet to feature cellular connectivity as well as Wi-Fi.
"With Linux software, Mozilla-based ...Vodafone claims double speed on mobile broadband
by David Allen
T Mobile tops mobile broadband
by David Allen
BT to offer a free Vision+ box
by David Allen
Only half of Scots have broadband
by David AllenPrice Drop TV returns to Freeview
by David Allen
Channel 4 signs up with Arqiva
by David Allen
DTG announces deal with Mirifice
by David Allen
BSkyB has a deal with AdGent 007
by David AllenSatellites for sale, one careful owner
by David Allen
Sony Bravia KDL-52V5100 LCD HDTV Review
by Franz Bicar
The 52-inch KDL-52V5100 from Sony is a simple TV. It is encased in a glossy black bezel that gives it a classic and stylish look. It has a very simple yet elegant design.
For connection, this set comes packed with the latest selections. It has 4 HDMI ports, optical audio out for ...Samsung Promotes Green HDTVs
by Franz Bicar
Did you know that getting new TVs can help save the environment? Well, Samsung executives seem to believe so in promoting new energy-saving technology. This technology allows next-generation HDTVs, notebooks, and mobile devices to consume less power, therefore cutting electric bills down.
Scott Birnbaum, vice president of Samsung's LCD business, said ...
August 27, 2009
VideoChat on Yahoo! Messenger 10 is to be powered by GIPS VideoEngine. Global IP Solutions said its VideoEngine will enable high-quality video calling on the newly launched Yahoo! Messenger 10. “We’re proud to work with Yahoo! to deliver a truly differentiated high quality video experience for the hundreds of millions of people on Yahoo! Messenger around the world,” said Emerick Woods, GIPS ...
GIPS powers Yahoo! Messenger VideoChat
by David AllenVideoChat on Yahoo! Messenger 10 is to be powered by GIPS VideoEngine. Global IP Solutions said its VideoEngine will enable high-quality video calling on the newly launched Yahoo! Messenger 10. “We’re proud to work with Yahoo! to deliver a truly differentiated high quality video experience for the hundreds of millions of people on Yahoo! Messenger around the world,” said Emerick Woods, GIPS ...
CAPEX free HSL 2.75G Femtocell
by Alan HartenHSL, a mobile network and infrastructure provider in the UK, announced today that it will launch a new service so that subscribers can benefit from the HSL 2.75G Femtocell technology without using the CAPEX operator. The problem from the lack of coverage usually affects those in rural or suburban areas who want to use their mobiles indoors but lack the proper ...
Mimecast gets its head in the cloud
by Alan HartenMimecast has upgraded its Unified Email Management Platform, expanding on cloud technology so that the SaaS delivery model is cost effective and more flexible for users. The email management specialist provides solutions for email networks as well as continuity, policy and security control, email archiving, and of course the new cloud functionality. The new cloud functions will help businesses that need to ...
Hammer Data Locker portable disk drive
by Alan HartenHammer, a storage distributor, will soon offer the Data Locker portable disk drive by Origin Storage, in an agreement with the company that lists Hammer as the exclusive distributor for the Nordic and UK markets. The Data Locker disc uses a PIN system that provides extra security to users by allowing only authorised users who know the PIN number to enter ...
Hackers can listen to GSM calls
by Alan HartenThe annual Hacking at Random conference brought with it the stunning news that with just a laptop and $500 dollars anyone can listen to GSM calls within the next six month period. Karsten Nohl is behind the development, who stated that he learned how to break the encryption of a standard GSM mobile. This will make it much easier for criminals to ...
Hackers also take summer holidays
by Alan HartenTufin Technologies released a report that details the “hacking habits” of most hackers, after conducting a survey among 79 hackers at the Defcon hacking conference held in Vegas during August According to the report, hackers are least likely to attack computers during the summer holiday, but the downside is that they amp up their efforts come the holiday seasons of Christmas ...
Vopium launches in 25 new countries
by David MastersMobile-VoIP service, Vopium, has extended its services to 25 new countries, bringing its total coverage to 45 countries. The 25 new countries are: Argentina, Bahrain, Brazil, Bulgaria, Colombia, Croatia, Czech Republic, Cyprus, Estonia, Greece, Hungary, Hong Kong, Israel, Japan, Latvia, Lithuania, New Zealand, Malta, Mexico, Poland, Puerto Rico, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Venezuela. The expansion means Vopium is now available on ...
Jersey chooses 3Com for public service communications
by David MastersHospitals, schools, libraries, police, and fire and rescue services on the Bailiwick of Jersey have been connected by an IP communications system installed by 3Com. By installing the system, public service providers on the Channel Island are seeking to reduce costs and increase employee productivity. The system will save public service providers on the island an estimated $1.5 million per year. UK-based 3Com ...
UK iPhone TV guide
by Alan Harten
Jersey Productions, a Swedish iPhone app development studio, has announced the launch of a new TV guide application for iPhone users in the UK.
According to Fredrik Hellstrom who founded the company, the new Swedish version of the TV Guide application was huge in March, causing the company to consider building a UK TV ...Opera Mini seems unstoppable
by Alan Harten
Opera Mini released the results of a new monthly report on their website that details the link between usages and downloads of their users versus where they plan to stay.
The report not only details global trends that affect global use, but also what the trend of the Middle East is including the debate ...Broadband for all could mean UK population changes
by David Allen
3UK gets Yellow Advertiser for first dashboard advert
by David AllenUK broadband speed still lagging
by David AllenGoogle fixes Chrome flaws
by David AllenTATA introduces 3.1 Mbps mobile broadband
by David AllenBe Broadband redesigns site again
by David AllenSky scammers are out there
by David Allen
Sky One gets Davina for new dance show
by David AllenBSkyB commissions 12 silent movies
by David Allen
August 26, 2009
Wireless broadband is able to make a large impact on the home internet market because of the low prices that it can be utilised for. Techworld, an IT specialist, stated that the market is currently opening up now that users can browse the internet, both from their home and while travelling, due to wireless that operates on laptops. Editor of Techworld, John ...
Lower prices pushing Wi-Fi spread
by Alan HartenWireless broadband is able to make a large impact on the home internet market because of the low prices that it can be utilised for. Techworld, an IT specialist, stated that the market is currently opening up now that users can browse the internet, both from their home and while travelling, due to wireless that operates on laptops. Editor of Techworld, John ...
SoftLayer new EVault BMR
by Alan HartenSoftLayer launched its new product, the EVaultTM Bare Metal Restorer on Wednesday, which allows customers to restore their servers to a basic state if the hardware of an operating system fails unexpectedly. Using the SoftLayer repository the last image of the system is stored, allowing a server to be restored. Director of IT systems at SoftLayer, Andrew Maten, stated that the company’s ...
Drop in phishing signals new threats
by Alan HartenAccording to a report from IBM Corp issued on Wednesday, internet criminals are not using phishing emails as frequently any more in order to commit internet crimes and steal personal details. In fact, according to the report which includes all the scamming activity from the first part of the year, phishing only made up 0.1% of all of the spam which ...
Trend Micro says it has Windows 7 match
by Alan HartenTrend Micro has launched a new security suite that it claims is compatible with Windows 7. The company claims that the new Internet Security 2010 product will be easier to use, will require fewer resources than previous versions, and will work faster. David Peterson the Consumer Director for New Zealand and Australia of Trend Micro said that the new suite will be ...
More Cyber Criminals Targeting SMB's Online Bank Accounts
by FinjanFinjan Inc., a leader in secure web gateway products and the provider of a unified web security solution for the enterprise market, today responded to the recent cybercrime alert that was sent to members of the Financial Services Information Sharing and Analysis Center. Finjan warns companies to increase security and improve employee awareness of the increase in threats to their online ...
Project Canvas to launch next year
by Alan HartenProject Canvas partners are hoping to see the TV service launch in 2010 after Richard Halton, the BBC Controller of Business Strategy, stated on an industry website that 2010 was the perfect time for a launch of the new product. Halton said that the coming year will be important for UK digital TV and the government's aim of getting Freeview HD ...
Channel 4 goes 3D in the autumn
by Alan Harten
Channel 4 will begin to air its 3D broadcasting this autumn by providing viewers with a selection of shows that will utilise ColorCode technology.
In order to view the shows in 3D you will need to head over to Sainsbury’s which has partnered with Channel 4 to provide 3D specs for ...Work smartphones taking up employees’ personal time
by Alan Harten
The answer to finding a better balance between your personal life and your work life may be trading your smartphone in for a regular mobile according to a new survey.
The survey, conducted by Gartner, showed that those who own a Blackberry work an additional 15 hours a week, after studying ...Sky Sports secures La Liga
by David AllenBSkyB signs deal with The O2
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