Apple allegedly working on a standalone iSight camera [Rumor]

If you've read the official biography of Steve Jobs written by renowned author Walter Isaacson, you'll probably recall that photography was one of the three areas he wanted to reinvent. Things started to get interesting early this year when rumors surfaced about Steve Jobs interest in working on a camera with photography company Lytro. An excerpt from the book “Inside Apple” written by Adam Lashinsky described how it came to be:.


Ubergizmo, Apple allegedly working on a standalone iSight camera [Rumor]

RIM launches BlackBerry PlayBook 2.1.0 beta for developers

It was just a few days ago when we said that BlackBerry PlayBook OS 2.1 beta will be rolling out in a few days time. And true enough, today, RIM has just launched the BlackBerry PlayBook 2.1.0 beta for developers. RIM explains that the beta will include major enhancements to the Android Runtime. This means that Android apps can now run in its own window and access to the camera is now supported. RIM hopes that this will  improve the overall user experience and allow more application types to work on its PlayBook tablet.

Ubergizmo, RIM launches BlackBerry PlayBook 2.1.0 beta for developers

Facebook no longer recommends Google Chrome, replaces it with Opera

. Last week rumors began to circulate that Facebook was interested in acquiring Opera Software, the makers of the Opera Web browser. The social networking giant recently removed Google's Chrome Web browser, which is the most popular in the world, from its recommendation list and replaced it with Opera, further fueling the speculation of a potential buyout.

Boy Genius Report, Facebook no longer recommends Google Chrome, replaces it with Opera

PowerA unveils MOGA Bluetooth controller for Android devices, we go hands-on

PowerA's best known as a company that crafts controllers and accessories for console gaming systems, but at E3 this year the firm is announcing its first foray into the mobile space: a Bluetooth controller for Android. Called the MOGA, its got dual analog sticks and shoulder buttons, along with a fold-out, spring-loaded center portion that holds phones of all sizes in place while you get your game on - not unlike Gametel's controller we saw at CES. The front of the device is glossy black plastic, while the rear is swathed in rubber, with ribbed portions on the grips to keep it firmly in hand.









Engadget, PowerA unveils MOGA Bluetooth controller for Android devices, we go hands-on

Pro Evolution Soccer 2013 for PS3 preview

I know that many folks have already started a countdown to the Euros that will be kicking off very, very soon in Poland and Ukraine, and for those who cannot wait, you can always enjoy some soccer action on your home video game console. For some years, it had always been a fight between the FIFA series by Electronic Arts and Pro Evolution Soccer, with purists trending to the latter while newbies and casual gamers prefer the more commercialized FIFA range.

Ubergizmo, Pro Evolution Soccer 2013 for PS3 preview

Orange San Diego Intel-powered Android handset official unveiled

A couple of days ago, we reported that UK carrier Orange was set to debut the Intel-powered Android handset today. True to their word, the carrier has officially taken the wraps off the Orange San Diego. The device was previously codenamed Santa Clara but we guess it got a name change upon its release. The handset is expected to launch on the 6th of June with both pay-as-you-go and monthly pricing options, with the former setting customers back 199.99 for the phone itself, while the latter being free of charge although they will be tied to a two-year contract.

Ubergizmo, Orange San Diego Intel-powered Android handset official unveiled

Dictators throughout history and the cars they loved

With Sacha Baron Cohen's latest movie, The Dictator, raking in box office millions, our friends at Hagerty Insurance have compiled a list of the Top 10 Dictator Car Guys. While we're familiar with the automotive fancies of some foreign rulers – like Kim Jong-Il, whose funeral was something of a classic car parade – this list digs deep into the annals of totalitarianism. It's no surprise that among these powerful men, exotics from the likes of Ferrari were highly esteemed. What's more shocking is just how brutal some of these guys were.

Autoblog, Dictators throughout history and the cars they loved

PEER 1 Hosting ranked one of the top 25 Best Workplaces in the UK

Southampton, 31 May 2012: PEER 1 Hosting, the global online web hosting provider, has been named one of the top 25 'Best Workplaces, small business category' by the Great Place to Work® Institute. A rigorous employee and management assessment of the company saw it ranked 16th on the UK small business list. Every year the Institute surveys some 5,500 organisations across the world, representing around 10 million employees, with only the best receiving a ranking.PEER 1, known for its innovative recruitment methods and commitment to outstanding customer service has established itself as a leading employer on the South Coast.

Press Release Distribution, PEER 1 Hosting ranked one of the top 25 Best Workplaces in the UK

Absinthe 2.0.4 released, fixes iPhone 4S jailbreak errors and comes with support for the new iPad 2

A few days ago, pod2g and his team released Absinthe 2.0 for the iOS world, providing iOS users an untethered jailbreak solution for iOS 5.1.1. However its launch was met with several problems that made the jailbreak tool unworkable for some. Well if you own the iPhone 4S and the new iPad 2, you will be pleased to learn that if you have been faced with jailbreak errors (i.e. lockdown error-5 for the iPhone 4S), Absinthe 2.0.4 has been released which should address those problems.

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itnet, Absinthe 2.0.4 released, fixes iPhone 4S jailbreak errors and comes with support for the new iPad 2

Dell outs new E series Latitude laptops, Optiplex AIO and desktops to entice the enterprise

Round Rock just rolled out some new consumer machines this week, so it comes as no surprise that it's doling out some fresh computing goodies to the enterprise as well. First up is the new Dell Latitude E series laptops that come with a variety of ports for your connecting pleasure: one eSATA/USB combo, two USB 3.0 ports, a serial connector, 3.5mm headphone jack, plus HDMI and Gigabit ethernet. All those sockets come embedded in a chassis made of magnesium alloy that's been powder-coated on the bottom, giving it a lightweight, yet sturdy look and feel.










Engadget, Dell outs new E series Latitude laptops, Optiplex AIO and desktops to entice the enterprise

Virgin Pure offers cleaner water with Strauss Water

It is definitely a naming coup for Sir Richard Branson with his latest release, the Virgin Pure device that intends to alter the drinking habits of folks living in Britain, where the Virgin Strauss Water is said to deliver a range of counter-top purified water solutions which intend to change the way many families drink water at home. Right now, research shows that 20% of UK households prefer to rely on bottled water as their primary source of drinking water, while another 20% use filter jugs. That would mean 10 million British households who prefer to drink bottled or treated water compared to standard tap water.

Ubergizmo, Virgin Pure offers cleaner water with Strauss Water

European Diablo 3 servers spit out Error 37 and Error 73

So, the Diablo 3 1.0.2 live patch was released recently, but it seems that this was not the panacea that many have been looking for. In fact, Diablo 3′s servers in Europe have not yet recovered from the 1.0.2 patch which was rolled out yesterday, where players living in Europe complained of receiving consistent Errors 37 and 73 whenever they make a log-in attempt. It is said that across the board, playing time on Diablo 3 has remained sporadic ever since Blizzard deployed the patch, where hundreds of folks remained locked out of the servers despite being told otherwise on screen.

Ubergizmo, European Diablo 3 servers spit out Error 37 and Error 73

Samsung Galaxy S III announced for Canada with 2GB of RAM, 1.5GHz dual-core processor

. The Canadian variant of the Samsung Galaxy S III will scrap the quad-core Exynos processor found in the European version and instead feature a 1.5GHz Snapdragon S4 processor. The Canadian handset, like the Japanese model, will also receive a RAM boost from 1GB to 2GB. It has already been confirmed that the Galaxy S III would be equipped with a dual-core Snapdragon S4 processor on U.S. carriers with 4G LTE networks. It is unclear, however, if U.S. devices will also receive the RAM increase, although it does seem more likely now. The Samsung Galaxy S III will be available in Canada beginning June 20th.

Boy Genius Report, Samsung Galaxy S III announced for Canada with 2GB of RAM, 1.5GHz dual-core processor

TiVo shows a Q1 net loss of $20.8 million, will launch TV Everywhere web portal soon

TiVo has released its financial results for Q1 2013, and right off the bat they show a wider than expected net loss of $20.8 million. This is despite a rise in revenue and subscribers (driven mostly by Virgin Media, which added 242,000), and the company expects another loss in the second quarter due to rising litigation costs in its ongoing cases against Motorola and Time Warner Cable. We've already heard about TiVo's new Stream placeshifting box, IP multiroom extender and six-tuner XG1 gateway, but the new product news is a plan to launch TV Everywhere streaming.

Engadget, TiVo shows a Q1 net loss of $20.8 million, will launch TV Everywhere web portal soon

Nest expands its reach, begins shipping Learning Thermostat to Canada

The Nest Learning Thermostat has certainly generated plenty of buzz - and not just by thermostat standards - but it's so far only be available to those in the United States. That's finally starting to change today, though, with Nest announcing that is has now begun shipping the thermostat to Canada. Those interested will initially only be order the device through Nest's own website, where it will set Canadians back the same $249 - they can also take advantage of the "Nest Concierge" program to get the unit professionally installed for $119, with additional installations running $25 each (all still in US dollars).

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maximum, Nest expands its reach, begins shipping Learning Thermostat to Canada

Marchionne confirms Compass, Town & Country to die; Dart to get SRT version

Fiat-Chrysler CEO Sergio Marchionne has shed a little light on the future of a few Chrysler products, including the Jeep Compass, Chrysler Town & Country and Dodge Dart. While speaking at the Chrysler Belvidere Assembly Plant, Marchionne said both the Jeep Patriot and Compass will continue to be build at the facility through 2014, at which point it will be replaced by a new model. The executive was mum on the Patriot's future, however. Marchionne also tipped his company's hand on the development of a Dodge Dart SRT model, saying the machine is coming.

Autoblog, Marchionne confirms Compass, Town & Country to die; Dart to get SRT version

Bug fixing update headed to T-Mobile's HTC One S tomorrow

A minor update is on the docket for the T-Mobile HTC One S starting tomorrow, May 31st. Th 24MB patch will bring bug fixes and improvements including WiFi calling enhancements, better camera stability, and resolved signal fluctuation. The update leaves the One S at software version 1.84.531.2.

Android Phone, Bug fixing update headed to T-Mobile's HTC One S tomorrow

Samsung Galaxy S III gets priced in Canada

If you're in Canada and are longing after a Samsung Galaxy S III, then you probably already know that the latest leaks and rumors on the matter point to June 20 as being the date when Samsung's newest flagship smartphone will reach a carrier near you. But if you were wondering just how much you'll need to pay for the honor of owning a brand new Galaxy S III in Canada, here's something to clear that up too. Best Buy was kind enough to put up some pricing details for the Galaxy S III, before (we assume) realizing what it had done and pulling them.

Unwired View, Samsung Galaxy S III gets priced in Canada

Microsoft launches Photosynth for Windows Phone

If you've always envied phones that had the ability to snap 3D panoramic shots, well fret not because if you're using a Windows Phone handset, Microsoft has officially announced that its Photosynth app is now available and free for download. For those unfamiliar, Photosynth is an app designed with Microsoft's technology that allows photographers to create 3D panoramas from individual 2D shots. Much like a panorama app or photos, users will have to snap individual photos of a particular scene that they would like to convert into a panoramic form.

Ubergizmo, Microsoft launches Photosynth for Windows Phone

Sony Xperia acro S is a water resistant smartphone

S is one such handset, where this water resistant is stylish enough to be able to wow onlookers, and to make things better, it can be used underwater. Of course, you might have better things to do when you are scuba diving instead of checking on your status or watching a movie, right. Just what does the Sony S offer then in terms of its hardware. We are looking at the now popular 4.3" HD Reality Display which delivers razor sharp clarity images, and will also support full HD video recording, HD video chat and easy HDMI TV connectivity in order for you to play back memories in great detail on the big screen.

Ubergizmo, Sony Xperia acro S is a water resistant smartphone

Amazon's Instant Video arrives on the Xbox 360

Earlier last month, Amazon's Instant Video arrived on Sony's PlayStation 3 platform, and given the PS3's fierce rivalry with Microsoft's Xbox 360, we had to wonder if the Xbox might go for a rival service or come up with something on their own. As it turns out the good news for Xbox owners is that it looks like Amazon's Instant Video has arrived for your platform as well. Announced on Tuesday, Amazon revealed that its Prime Instant Video service along with access to "Your Video Library" will now be available for Xbox Live Gold subscribers. According to Ross Honey, general manager of Xbox LIVE Entertainment and Advertising:.

Ubergizmo, Amazon's Instant Video arrives on the Xbox 360

Nissan Easy Fill Tire Alert system makes life easier for vehicle owners

The Nissan Easy Fill Tire Alert system could just make life a whole lot more convenient as a vehicle owner, where this particular intuitive feature is capable of handling just about all you can imagine concerning tire pressure – although the act of putting air inside is something else. The US Department of Transportation recommends for you to check your tire pressure, including that of your spare tire, at least once a month. The Nissan Easy Fill Tire Alert system is a no-brainer, where it intends to take sensor-based pressure monitoring to a totally level of convenience.

Ubergizmo, Nissan Easy Fill Tire Alert system makes life easier for vehicle owners

Nokia Lumia 900 The Dark Knight Rises Edition will be available in the UK starting June 1

The Batman-themed Nokia Lumia 900 that we talked about this Sunday has been announced by Phones4U in the UK today. Its official name is "Nokia Lumia 900 The Dark Knight Rises.". The handset will come in a mate black color, sporting the well-known Batman logo on the back.

Unwired View, Nokia Lumia 900 The Dark Knight Rises Edition will be available in the UK starting June 1

Ponch Approved? California chooses Ford Explorer Police Interceptor as next patrol car

How many cops does it take to choose a new police car. In California, the answer is four. But this is also a trick question, because the California Highway Patrol didn't choose a car to replace its aging Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptors – it chose an SUV. That's right, Cali 5-0 will be rolling in the Ford Explorer starting this fall.
According to Motor Trend, due to the CHP's requirement that each of its cruisers be able to carry four officers plus all their equipment, none of the three police sedans currently on the market were even eligible for consideration.

Autoblog, Ponch Approved? California chooses Ford Explorer Police Interceptor as next patrol car

Verizon's Motorola Droid Razr HD to be called Vanquish outside the US. Motorola Asanti rumored to hit AT&T

Remember the Motorola Droid Razr HD. This is supposed to be the first Moto-made smartphone in the US to feature an HD (1280 x 720) display, and is expected to be released by Verizon Wireless. While the handset is still unconfirmed, PocketNow is reporting that there will be an international edition of it, which should be sold outside the US under the name of Motorola Vanquish. Reportedly, the model numbers for the Vanquish will be XT925 (LTE version), and XT923 (UMTS version).
Unfortunately, we still don't know what the Motorola Droid Razr HD / Vanquish looks like.

Unwired View, Verizon's Motorola Droid Razr HD to be called Vanquish outside the US. Motorola Asanti rumored to hit AT&T

AT&T's Samsung Galaxy S III stops by the FCC, gets confirmed in the process

AT&T's yet-unannounced version of the Samsung Galaxy S III has been spotted doing its thing at the FCC. It's been assumed for a while now that SGH-i747 will be the model number hiding behind the Galaxy S III headed to AT&T. That model was first leaked when it got Bluetooth certified, because an image of the Samsung Galaxy S III was used in that certification. And Amazon also seems to think that it will be AT&T's Galaxy S III. Now, thanks to the FCC's documentation, it's been confirmed that the i747 will indeed be a phone sold by AT&T – its HSPA bands prove it.

Unwired View, AT&T's Samsung Galaxy S III stops by the FCC, gets confirmed in the process

PRECOS Launches Premium Bespoke Collection of Clinically Relevant Lung In Oncology Models for Drug Discovery

NOTTINGHAM, UK (29 May 2012) - Preclinical Oncology Services Limited (PRECOS), a leading pre-clinical research and development service provider with a specific focus on oncology, has launched its Lung In ONcology model atlas (LION). LION provides a premium bespoke collection of clinically relevant and validated lung oncology models for in vitro and in vivo drug discovery screening.

Press Release Distribution, PRECOS Launches Premium Bespoke Collection of Clinically Relevant Lung In Oncology Models for Drug Discovery

HTC One X with global roaming to be released by China Telecom in June. Images and specs leak

HTC is getting ready to bring a variant of its flagship smartphone to China Telecom. This comes after the Taiwanese manufacturer has already announced the One XT for China Mobile and also released a GSM/HSPA model for China Unicom. But it looks like China's No.3 carrier will also get its own One X. Its unclear what it will be called, but the model number is X720d. The HTC X720d has been certified by the Chinese authorities, and through that certification we basically found out everything there is to know about its specs.

But first, let's focus on the looks.

Unwired View, HTC One X with global roaming to be released by China Telecom in June. Images and specs leak

Insert Coin: Twig, the tiny iPhone cable that's also a tripod (video)

In Insert Coin, we look at an exciting new tech project that requires funding before it can hit production. If you'd like to pitch a project, please send us a tip with "Insert Coin" as the subject line. Imagine an iPhone cable that was only four-inches long, doubled as a tripod and could bend to your every whim.

Engadget, Insert Coin: Twig, the tiny iPhone cable that's also a tripod (video)

Half of UK businesses ‘concerned’ over escalating energy costs

New research shows 51 per cent of organisations are worried about the financial impact of rising energy bills - yet less than 20 per cent of finance teams are accountable for energy tracking and management Newcastle, 29 May 2012: Getting the best deal for domestic energy customers has become headline news in the wake of unwelcome hikes in energy prices.

Press Release Distribution, Half of UK businesses ‘concerned’ over escalating energy costs

Telehouse to exhibit at DC World Russia 2012

- Telehouse sponsor key data centre exhibition in Moscow -Telehouse, a leading provider of global data centres and subsidiary of $42 billion telecommunications giant KDDI, today confirmed it will be attending Data Center World 2012 from the 30th-31st May, held in the Radisson-Slavyanskaya Hotel in Moscow, Russia. The decision to exhibit at the event provides Telehouse with an ideal platform from which to showcase its brand to this resurgent market.

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maximum, Telehouse to exhibit at DC World Russia 2012

RFID tags track kids in Texas school district

The world was a whole lot safer in the past, where parents allowed their kids to roam around freely in the neighborhood without worrying about some random or ill feeling stranger bundle their kid in the trunk of a vehicle for a ransom. Things are much different and changed these days, and parents do play a role in being extra careful with their progeny. The Northside Independent School District in San Antonio, Texas, has enlisted the help of RFID tags in order to track kids via a digital leash, knowing where little Johnny or Jane is at all times. Is this the subtle beginning of a police state, or is it done in the name of safety.

Ubergizmo, RFID tags track kids in Texas school district

HTC One S Coming To Rogers Canada

Rogers Canada has just listed the all new HTC One S on their product page. The handset is said to retail for $149.99 CAD with a new three-year contract agreement, however, there's no word yet on the exact release date. To refresh your memory, the HTC One S offers a 4.3-inch 960 x 540 Super AMOLED touchscreen display, a 1.5GHz Snapdragon S4 dual-core processor, a 1GB RAM, a 16GB of storage, a VGA front-facing camera, an 8MP rear-facing camera and runs on Android 4.0 OS.

TechFresh, HTC One S Coming To Rogers Canada

Apple-1 computer and Steve Jobs' note to Atari to be auctioned next month

We don't normally write about old devices, unless it's legendary like the Apple-1. True enough, Sotheby's, considered as the world's fourth oldest auction house, will be auctioning an Apple-1 personal computer, known to be one of only six working today. Two years ago, Christie's sold an Apple-1 computer that included a letter signed by Steve Jobs for $213,000. Sotheby's estimates that the computer will sell for up to $180,000 when it goes to auction.


Ubergizmo, Apple-1 computer and Steve Jobs' note to Atari to be auctioned next month

Three million LTE LG smartphones sold worldwide

. Worldwide sales of 4G LTE smartphones from LG have surpassed three million units, the company announced over the weekend. The South Korean manufacturer released its first 4G LTE smartphone in the United States on Verizon Wireless last year, the Revolution, and has since expanded its market to Europe and Asia. LG is currently selling LTE smartphones in 10 countries and plans double its reach by the end of 2012.

Boy Genius Report, Three million LTE LG smartphones sold worldwide