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NEWS: VIDEO: Lady Gaga shows love for Virgin Mobile and Polaroid in new NSFW video

I'm sure those products are there for a reason
IDEO: Lady Gaga shows love for Virgin Mobile and Polaroid in new NFSW video

Lady Gaga has taken to promoting Virgin Mobile?and?Polaroid?in the US in her latest video.

The Not Safe For Work (NSFW) 9.5-minute video called Telephone and featuring Beyonc?, features Lady Gaga in a prison before getting a call on her Virgin Mobile phone.

But Virgin Mobile isn't the only brand to get a close up with Polaroid getting a good logo name check as well, not surprising considering the musician is the creative director for the company.

If you're really the brand whore that you are and aren't fussed with all the nakedness, the Virgin Media mentions are around the 2-minute marker, after she has a lesbian kiss and the 4-minute marker, strangely the same moment that pictures Gaga wearing nothing but some police "do not cross" tape. You'll have to sit through some 5.5 minutes before the Polaroid camera comes out.

Tags: Phones Mobile phones Virgin Mobile Polaroid Lady Gaga

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VIDEO: Lady Gaga shows love for Virgin Mobile and Polaroid in new NSFW video originally appeared on http://www.pocket-lint.com on Fri, 12 Mar 2010 10:35:36 +0000

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NEWS: Mac Pro getting Core i7?

New models inbound say rumours
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Apple is expected to launch updates to its Mac Pro range on Tuesday, rumours on the internet are claiming.

Stating what many believe is the obvious; Apple will add the newly launched Intel Core i7 chip to its top of the range desktop computers.

While nothing is currently confirmed, that hasn't stopped some reporting that the models will feature the?Intel Core i7-980x 3.33GHz processor with TurboBoost to 3.6GHz and feature 6 cores and 12 threads of processing power, a 32nm architecture that should make that video rendering go a little faster.

Stay tuned.?

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Mac Pro getting Core i7? originally appeared on http://www.pocket-lint.com on Fri, 12 Mar 2010 09:50:44 +0000

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NEWS: Mozilla testing Firefox account manager

With Facebook, Google, and Yahoo! support
Mozilla testing Firefox account manager

One of the nice things about open-source software development is that you can see what features will be in the next version of a product far in advance - there's no Apple-like secrecy. In latest test builds of Firefox, it looks like Mozilla is planning an account manager that'll help you keep track of whether you're logged in to various websites.

Initial support is promised for Facebook, Google, Yahoo! and three Mozilla sites (Addons, Personas, and Bugzilla), and the extension puts a key icon in your toolbar. When you click it, it'll check which sites you're currently logged into and allow you to disconnect from them. Anyone can code in support by following the principles laid out in a design document uploaded on Google Docs.

While not exactly a revolutionary move, this could at least ease the pains of accidentally commenting on your friend's Facebook pages under your partner's account. Plus if it were combined with facial recognition systems and a webcam, it could allow you to log into your favourite sites without requiring a username and password. We wonder if that could be fooled with a photograph...

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Tags: Software Browsers Firefox Mozilla Security

Mozilla testing Firefox account manager originally appeared on http://www.pocket-lint.com on Fri, 12 Mar 2010 09:48:52 +0000

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NEWS: More HTC Incredible details emerge

With Snapdragon CPU, Android 2.1 and half a gig of RAM
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Back at the start of February, some spy photos arrived of a handset calling itself the HTC Incredible, destined for Verizon in the States. It promises Android 2.1, and could be the face of the HTC Legend in the US.

However, a few specs and screenshots have appeared on Android Forums which contradict previous estimates of the phone's capabilities. Instead of a 1Ghz processor, the onboard Snapdragon appears to have been underclocked a little to 768MHz - presumably over battery life concerns. However there's reportedly half a gig of RAM - not the 256MB that was previously stated.

There's also an 8-megapixel camera, which could put the wind up those who have criticised Android phones for their imaging capabilities in the past, and the device measures?117.5 x 58.5 x 11.9mm - a smidge smaller than the Nexus One. The handset is set for a launch around April or May, so if you're a Verizon subscriber then keep your eyes peeled.

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More HTC Incredible details emerge originally appeared on http://www.pocket-lint.com on Fri, 12 Mar 2010 09:36:43 +0000

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NEWS: Vodafone moves a step closer to selling Nexus One

Still no pre-order button, but the promise to be kept in the loop
Vodafone moves a step closer to selling Nexus One

Vodafone?hasn't gone as far as putting a date on when they will be stocking the Nexus One?from Google, but on Friday morning, the UK operator has started taking details of prospective customers that are interested.

In a move that will no doubt get Android fans looking for the "pure" Google Android experience giddy with excitement, anyone keen enough to submit their details will be able to stay "in touch" with the UK operator to get more information as and when it's available.

Although users still aren't able to pre-order the device, based on how the company has previously run things, with this system it means a launch isn't too far off.

Vodafone has always said that it would stock the phone in the UK on contract for those not keen to go direct, however until now it was just words rather than actions.

The question is, with the HTC Desire about to be released in the UK as well, has Vodafone left it too late to woo would-be Android fans to the party?

Tags: Phones Mobile phones Google Vodafone Nexus One HTC Android

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NEWS: WEBSITE OF THE DAY - Flavors.me

Share your best bits with the online world
WEBSITE OF THE DAY ? Flavors.me

Like its own little universe, the Internet just keeps getting bigger and bigger, expanding in all directions as more and more content goes live.

So, this is a great little idea that lets you create your own personal homepage on the Web, which brings together all your favourite bits.

Your blog, your Twitter stream, your Flikr photos - all easily accessible from one starting point.

Flavors.me

If you have a website that you want to tell us about email us via the feedback form.

Tags: WebsiteOfTheDay Websites Software Online

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WEBSITE OF THE DAY ? Flavors.me originally appeared on http://www.pocket-lint.com on Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000

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Dolby Axon Will Improve the Way You Yell at People Online

There’s no doubt that the video game industry is one of the most profitable in the world. There are titles out there that have made more money than blockbuster movies, and this is not a trend that looks like it will be stopping any time soon. And one of the biggest proponents of those games, is the online multiplayer that comes along with it. Being able to yell at someone hundreds, if not sometimes thousands of miles away from you is great. But, what if it could be better?

Dolby Axon

That’s exactly what Dolby asked themselves, and fortunately for the rest of us, they came up with an answer. At this year’s Game Developer’s Conference (GDC), they announced the release of their latest audio technology, codenamed Axon. It is specifically designed to implement realistic voice communication. But it also adds surround panning and distance attenuation. Basically, the experience that Dolby Axon will provide will make your video game experience so much better, it will seem almost life-like.

The technology is already available on some PC games, but Dolby wants to let video game developers know that the technology is ready for their console-based games. The Axon technology is similar to that of Creative’s new World of Warcraft headset, that’s set to ship in the UK within a couple of weeks. Basically, users are able to experience THX surround sound, and also change their voice as if to sound like a character in the game. The technology is meant to make the experience clearer, more crisp, and accurate. The new technology will decrease lag as well, so no more yelling at a friend just to watch him die because of lag.

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NEWS: Dolby Axon wants to improve your chatter on your console

Check those corners, check those corners
Dolby Axon wants to improve your chatter on your console

Dolby has released a new audio technology that it hopes will let Xbox 360 and PS3 gamers hear realistic voice communication, complete with surround panning and distance attenuation, at GDC in San Francisco.

Called Dolby Axon, and already available on some online games for the PC, the company is hoping that console games developers will embrace the new audio technology; allowing gamers to have their voices mapped to the game environment as well as producing an improvement in chat quality.

The technology is similar to that already found in Creative's new World of Warcraft headset, which is to be released in the UK in the next couple of weeks. The headphones, which have been specifically designed for the online game, allow you to enjoy THX surround sound and change your voice to sound like one of the game characters, however at the moment the headset is only available for the PC.

Dolby says that all the technologies combined should allow for improved audio chain processing: like noise and echo suppression for clear voice communication - ie when you're about to sweep and clear a building.

Tags: Gaming PS3 Xbox 360 Dolby

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NEWS: Google Mobile Product Search gets stock dots

To let you know if what you're searching for is available nearby
Google Mobile Product Search gets stock dots

Google has announced a small but powerful update to its mobile product search engine - blue dots which indicate stock status in stores near you. However, it's limited to certain - US-only - retailers, including?Best Buy, Sears, Williams-Sonoma, Pottery Barn, or West Elm.

The way it works is pretty simple. When you search for a product, it'll also look for your location and cross-reference the data with the inventory databases of various nearby retailers. If there's a match, then you'll be notified with a shiny blue dot. Clicking that will bring up the nearby retailers that have the product you're after, and you can see their address, phone number, and get directions.

It could prove useful if you find yourself in desperate need of a gadget on the move. However, until it hooks into the inventory systems of far more stores, it could end up being more of a novelty than a useful tool. Happily, Google's got a web form for retailers to sign up - so if you're interested in being a part of the project, you can.

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Tags: Software Google Mobile phone apps Google Product Search shopping Car And GPS GPS

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NEWS: Mobility Bridge offers new way of using your mobile

Empowering people with complex impairments
Mobility Bridge offers new way of using your mobile

A new innovation is in the works which allows those with conditions that affect movement, posture and co-ordination to effectively operate mobile phones and computer technology.

Called the Mobility Bridge, the device has two methods of operation: one uses a combination magnet to activate a contactless switch, and another uses a more sophisticated proximity sensor.

Through various body movements a signal can be sent to operate the mobile phone via Bluetooth, the action from the individual can then be interpreted by way of an application on the phone being used. Viewing the phone can also take place on an optional larger screen.

The system can thereby be attached to a wheel chair allowing the user to see and operate the phone. This patent-pending technology appears to be very adaptable, which is essential for it to be able to operate with a variety of devices and, more importantly, people with very different and often complex impairments, such as cerebral palsy.

This could be a marked improvement on current devices which often suffer from reliability issues and can be costly.

Mobility Bridge is a spin-off from the Wheeltop project funded by BT, and is a collaborative effort between industry, academia and Beaumont College, Scope’s Further Education College in Lancaster and has been part funded by the Government’s Technology Strategy Board.

Tags: Phones Software Mobile phones Mobility Bridge

Mobility Bridge offers new way of using your mobile originally appeared on http://www.pocket-lint.com on Thu, 11 Mar 2010 17:21:27 +0000

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NEWS: Hard drive update means XP slowdowns

Sectors move from 512 to 4096 bytes
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Since the days of DOS, hard drives have always been comprised of blocks of data 512 bytes in size that are read in a chunk. But that's to change in early 2010, as storage manufacturers have agreed to shift to a format that instead applies 4096 byte chunks. However - the format is incompatible with Windows XP

The reason is that each cluster has to have a small gap between it and the next one, as well as an area dedicated to error correction. That means wasted space, and is why a hard drive that's supposed to be 500GB will often show up on your computer as several gigabytes short of that. A move to 4k chunks means that there's less wasted space, and more data can be given over to error correction. Hard drives should get between 7 and 11% bigger as a result.

But the 4k format wasn't decided until after Windows XP was released, meaning that the operating system doesn't support it. That could spell trouble, but the new drives will be able to fake the 512 byte blocks - meaning that the drives will still work - albeit rather slower than before.?Windows 7, Vista, OS X Tiger, Leopard, Snow Leopard and versions of the Linux kernel released after September 2009 should all work fine.

If your hard disk is malfunctioning, however, perhaps it's possessed. According to a book published by a Georgia preacher, "Any PC built after 1985 has the storage capacity to house an evil spirit", and he estimates that 1 in 10 computers in America are infected in such a way. If you've got an issue that Geek Squad seem unable to fix, maybe you ought to try an exorcist instead...

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Tags: Hardware Storage Windows XP Hard drives

Hard drive update means XP slowdowns originally appeared on http://www.pocket-lint.com on Thu, 11 Mar 2010 17:14:32 +0000

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NEWS: iPhone 4G snapped in ultimate spy shot homage

You've got to give it to them - at least they've tried.
iPhone 4G snapped in ultimate spy shot homage

We are still wondering how hard we should laugh since "supposed" spy shots of the yet unannounced iPhone 4G have turned up on umpcfever.com.

Taken, by the looks of things, in some shady, dirty, dark factory (real faux Hollywood studio that was used for the SAW movies) we can't help feeling that they've put so much effort into the fakes that they deserve some kind of soap box to have their say.

Specs? Don't be silly, there aren't any, but that hasn't stopped a full unboxing, complete with uncharacteristic metal stand (that actually looks like a plate stand your parents or grandparents probably have) and one of the models sporting a yellow case. Yellow?

If the pictures are real, then you can expect the next iPhone to be flatter, come in a multitude of colours and feature a more iPad style homepage with what looks to be a multi-tasking bar.

Bonkers or on the money? What do you think??

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iPhone 4G snapped in ultimate spy shot homage originally appeared on http://www.pocket-lint.com on Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:54:01 +0000

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NEWS: Facebook to sue Daily Mail?

Considering legal action over false allegations
Facebook to sue Daily Mail?

Facebook is reportedly considering legal action following a front page spread in the Daily Mail that was headlined: "I posed as a girl of 14 on Facebook. What follows will sicken you".

What followed was an article?by a former child-protection expert Mark Williams-Thomas, who the article claimed was able to find a middle-aged man who wanted to perform a sex act on him within 90 seconds of logging on. Unfortunately for the Mail, Williams-Thomas was actually talking about an entirely different - and unspecified - social network.

As you can imagine, Facebook - which applies very tight controls on who can interact with under-18s accounts - wasn't happy. The company's lawyers sent a very strongly-worded letter to the newspaper saying that?their clients were considering what further action to take in relation to the "false and defamatory statements in the article".

Sure enough, the online version of the article has been stripped of most references to Facebook, and the paper carried a prominent apology on page three, which read: "In an earlier version of this article, we wrongly stated that the criminologist had conducted an experiment into social networking sites by posing as a 14-year-old girl on Facebook with the result that he quickly attracted sexually motivated messages. In fact he had used a different social networking site for this exercise".

While the case of the girl murdered after she was groomed on Facebook is no doubt serious, so is scaremongering about the dangers of the Web.?

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Tags: Software Websites Facebook Daily Mail

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NEWS: 50MB broadband comes to the rural countryside

Promises 10 times the speeds currently possible
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Broadband?users across the UK left out in the cold because they are based in the rural countryside could be about to be thrown a broadband lifeline if trials by?Virgin Media?are successful.

The company has announced a new trial using telegraph poles to deliver 50Mb broadband to the Berkshire village of Woolhampton.

By connecting homes directly to Virgin Media's fibre optic network, the trial will effectively increase broadband speeds more than ten-fold in a rural community that has previously relied on BT's copper network says the company.

"This unique trial will allow us to understand the possibilities of aerial deployment and may provide an exciting new way to extend next generation broadband services," says Neil Berkett, chief executive officer of Virgin Media.

Virgin Media hasn't dated a national rollout as yet.?

Tags: Hardware Software Broadband Virgin Media

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NEWS: Motorola flees to Bing in Android deal

Google's China pullout forces phonemaker to look elsewhere
Motorola flees to Bing in Android deal

Following Google's noisy exit from China in January, Motorola's been wondering what to do about the handsets that it's planning to launch in the country in 2010. It can't run Google Search or Google Maps any longer, so instead it's jumped into the arms of Microsoft and its Bing search and maps.

Users will get a pre-loaded Bing bookmark, and a Bing widget that allows users to directly access the search engine from their device's homescreen. Christy Wyatt, Motorola's?corporate vice president of software and services, said: "We believe that consumer choice is one of the most critical components to ensuring a rich and seamless client experience".

While the deal only extends to China, the partnership is described as "global", so it's entirely possible that it'll be expanded to more territories. What do you think - Could Bing on Android be a serious threat to Google long-term? Or does the search giant have little to fear from a widget and a bookmark? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.

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Tags: Phones Operating Systems China Motorola Microsoft Bing Android Google

Motorola flees to Bing in Android deal originally appeared on http://www.pocket-lint.com on Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:34:13 +0000

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NEWS: Panasonic 3DTV goes on sale in US

3D Blu-ray player available, too
Panasonic 3DTV goes on sale in US

Panasonic has confirmed that it's begun selling its first 3DTV models in the United States in conjunction with Best Buy. The retailer is offering bundles that include a Panasonic 3DTV as well as one of the company's 3D Blu-ray players.

To be precise, the package consists of a 50-inch class Panasonic VIERA VT20 Plasma 3D HDTV which includes one pair of Panasonic 3D Active Shutter Lens Eyewear, and the Panasonic?BDT300?3D Blu-ray Disc Player. The combined price of the components - which will also be available individually - is $2900.

Bob Perry, one of Panasonic's SVPs, said:?"Television has successfully moved from black and white, to color, to High Definition. But immersive, totally realistic 3D imagery has been the final frontier and beginning today, Panasonic has conquered that as well".

It's not yet clear when the TV will be rolling out in Britain, or how much it'll cost over here, but it can't be long now. We'll keep you posted.

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Tags: Home Cinema Televisions Panasonic 3D 3DTV

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RAM Prices Remain High in Early March

Remember when you could pick up a respectable memory kit for not much more than a handful of pocket lint? If you didn't pony up for a RAM upgrade back then, you might be kicking yourself now. RAM has gone up in price, and rather than spend $50 on a quality 4GB kit, you're now looking at around $100 or more.

That's still pretty cheap compared to the days of yore, but with awesome hardware on the horizon, we'd rather not blow our budget on RAM. Unfortunately, memory prices don't look to be dropping any time soon. According to DRAMeXchange, contract quotes for 1Gb (gigabit) DDR3 inched upwards in the first half of March from $2.41 to $2.69. This has pushed the price of 2GB DDR3 modules to around $41.50 to $43 (supplier pricing).

It doesn't get a whole lot better for DDR2 modules, says DRAMeXchange, who noted that early March contract prices remained high at $38 to $40. DDR2 memory might soon spike, as memory makers continue to transition capacity to DDR3.

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NEWS: OnLive streaming gaming service launching in June

US only to start with
OnLive streaming gaming service launching in June

OnLive,?the company that has created an on-demand gaming system, that it believes will change console gaming, has announced that it will launch its service in June.

First announced at the Game Developers Conference in 2009, the company has used this GDC to give more information about the system that hopes to radically change the way we play games in the future.

According to the company, gamers will only need to plug in the company's OnLive MicroConsole TV Adapter to work the system.

So far Electronic Arts, Ubisoft 2K Games, THQ and Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment have all signed up to launch games on the OnLive platform.

Starting on 17 June 2010, the OnLive game service will be available to early registrants in the US for $14.95 a month.

Individual game titles will be available for purchase or rent on an ? la carte basis, with specific game pricing to be announced prior to the consumer launch event at E3, says the company.

While launch titles will be announced prior to E3 in Los Angeles, a few of the anticipated games include Mass Effect 2, Dragon Age Origins, Assassin's Creed II, Prince of Persia The Forgotten Sands, Borderlands and Metro 2033.

Tags: Gaming Gaming hardware OnLive Networking PC games Games industry Reardon

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NEWS: Tech deals: Final Fantasy XIII for under ?35

Deals, offers and innovations
Tech deals: Final Fantasy XIII for under £35. Gaming, PS3, Xbox 360, Final Fantasy, Final Fantasy XIII, Square Enix, RPG 0

With the recent release of Final Fantasy XIII you're probably chomping at the bit to grab yourself a copy, so we're here to help and point you in the right direction so you don't pay over the odds.

From what we've seen most online retailers are hovering around the ?38 mark, but we had a good rummage around and managed to shave a couple of pounds off that. If you head over to ShopTo.net you'll be able to pick a copy up for ?34.99.

The offer is available for both the PS3 and Xbox 360 so regardless of your persuasion you'll be able to secure your copy.

If you see it cheaper anywhere else then please let us know in the comment box and if you haven't already then make sure you read our full review of Final Fantasy XIII here on Pocket-lint.

Tags: Gaming PS3 Xbox 360 Final Fantasy Final Fantasy XIII Square Enix RPG

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Tech deals: Final Fantasy XIII for under £35 originally appeared on http://www.pocket-lint.com on Thu, 11 Mar 2010 13:00:00 +0000

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NEWS: Bill Gates no longer richest man in the world

53 billion dollars just doesn't cut it anymore
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Bill Gates is no longer the richest man according to this years Forbes Rich list.

The founder of Microsoft, whose net worth is still a massive $53 billion last year, was beaten by a relativity unknown Mexican telecom mogul, Carlos Silm Helu.

Silm Helu pipped Gates to the crown of "I've got more money than you" by $500 million.

Still according to Forbes, "the top 10 richest tech billionaires saw their fortunes rise a collective $55.8 billion over the past year, helped by a surge in the value of technology stocks" regardless of the recession.

The list which is dominated by Technology based companies sees Google's Larry Page and Sergey Brin on $17.5 billion.

The lists youngest billionaire is Mark Zuckerberg from Facebook. He is estimated to be worth $4 billion.

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NEWS: VIDEO OF THE DAY - Wozniak on colour

No sleep for the successful, or so it would seem
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Now, if I’m hearing this correctly, the secret to becoming a multi-billionaire technology mogul is to go with out sleep for four days and nights.

That’s what Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak says in this interview abour how and why they put a bit of colour into conputing.

I’m up for trying that – pass the expresso.

If you've seen a video online that you want to tell us about email us? via the feed back form,

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VIDEO OF THE DAY ? Wozniak on colour originally appeared on http://www.pocket-lint.com on Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 +0000

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NEWS: Spotify for Android updated

With Quick Search box integration
Spotify for Android updated

If you're a Spotify for Android user, fire up the marketplace on your handset because an update has just been rolled out. Version 0.3.26 is now available for your downloading pleasure.

The update brings a few new features - there's integration with Android's quick search box, so you can more easily find the music you're after. There's new back button functionality - instead of quitting the app, it just puts it in background mode. There's also improvements to the widget on both high- and low-resolution devices.

Finally, there's the requisite pile of bug fixes and optimization improvements that usually come with a software update. It might be just us, but scrolling through a long playlist seems a bit zippier than it previously did. The update is free and available now, but you'll need to have a current Spotify Premium subscription or you won't get anywhere.

Tags: Software Android apps Spotify Music Software updates

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NEWS: Kindle app coming for Android?

eBook reader spotted in promotional documents
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It appears that the Android platform might also be getting a Kindle book reader app, if leaked promotional documents for Dell's Mini 5 are accurate. The promotional material describes a number of features for the handset, including "Kindle book reader applications", as well as "Amazon video streams" and the already-existing Amazon MP3 store.

There's few details other than that. The video streams functionality can be found on some mobile devices but this would be its first outing on Android. It'd also be the first outing on Android for Kindle -? there's already a Kindle iPhone app, and a BlackBerry one too. But with late 2009 and early 2010's dramatic growth in the Android platform, it's easy to see why creating an Android app would be high on the company's priority list.

Elsewhere, the document just revealed that the Dell Mini 5 would come in a selection of colours - there's no new specs or hardware details, we're afraid. No pricing or availability information either. When we get those numbers, we'll let you know.

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Tags: Software Android apps Kindle Amazon eBook readers Android

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NEWS: BenQ reveals 5 V-series monitors

V920, V2220, V2220H, V2420 and V2420H
BenQ reveals 5 V-series monitors

BenQ has announced a small stack of computer monitors, for those of you considering upgrading from an old CRT. They run the gamut from 18.5-inch to 24-inch, and offer what BenQ calls "class-leading slimness" - 14 or 15mm depending on the display size.

All have low power consumption, a dynamic contrast ratio of about 10,000,000:1 and a series of preset modes to give optimization for different types of content - games, movies, photos, sRGB work, "standard" and an "Eco" mode that dims the display further. There's independent colour management and zero light leakage, as well as the ability for the monitor to auto-adjust depending on lighting conditions.

Features-wise, all have DVI and D-Sub connectors, and the models with an "H" also include a headphone jack and an HDMI 1.3 port. The V920 measures 18.5-inches across and costs ?109, the V2220 and V2220H are 21.5-inches across and cost ?160 and ?189 respectively, and the V2420 and V2420H both measure 24-inches and cost ?191 and ?215. The?V920, V2220H and V2420 models will arrive in March, followed by the V2320 and V2420H in June.

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BenQ reveals 5 V-series monitors originally appeared on http://www.pocket-lint.com on Thu, 11 Mar 2010 10:19:14 +0000

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NEWS: Opera comes to Android

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Opera comes to Android

Opera has expanded its range of mobile phone browsers to include Android, a plan confirmed by CEO Jon von Tetzchner back in August. A beta is now available in the Android Market for Opera Mini 5, and can be found simply by searching for "Opera", or by heading to m.opera.com/next on your phone browser.

The browser includes Opera's compression technology, which routes page requests through Operas servers and reduces their size by up to 90% before sending it to the handset - that should mean considerably faster response times, especially when you're browsing on an iffy connection. The trade-off is that images won't look as pretty.

There's also the desktop version's Speed Dial feature, as well as tabbed browsing, a password manager, and full bookmark manager. Dag Olav, Opera's VP of products, told Pocket-lint: "Android users should not have to compromise when it comes to surfing the Web on their phones. Opera Mini will give Android users a fast and cost-efficient access to their favorite Web sites and services".

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Opera comes to Android originally appeared on http://www.pocket-lint.com on Thu, 11 Mar 2010 09:45:35 +0000

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