Pioneer DVR-XD09 portable DVD writer reaching the US next month
Announced one month ago for the Japanese market, the DVR-XD09 DVD burner from Pioneer is now scheduled to make its way into US stores in August. Seen below, the writer measures 133 (W) x 14.8 (H) x 133 (D) mm, weights 240 grams, has USB 2.0 connectivity, 2MB of buffer memory, and can burn DVD-R/+R at 8x, DVD-R/+R DL and DVD-RW/+RW at 6x, DVD-RAM at 5x, and CD-R, CD-RW at 24x.
"With more than three decades of optical disc advancements, we are excited to once again modernize the DVD/CD computer writer category with our new drive that combines high capacity, high quality performance in one of the world's most slender form factors," said Steve Cohn, director of optical sales for Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc.
The Pioneer DVR-XD09 is expected to be found in the US with a price tag of $79.99.
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VLC player 1.0.1 available for download
A fresh update for the VideoLAN media player has now been released and is awaiting download. According to its developers, VLC 1.0.1 includes the following:
Demuxers
- Fix wmv/asf issues that caused audio to drop
- Various fixes for ac3, mp3, dts and stability for wav format
- Fix seek in RTSP in conformity to RFC 2326
- Fix Dailymotion access script
- Fix crashes in xspf files handler
- Fix seeking and timing issues in some flv files on Windows version
Access
- Add extra caching for files on network shares
- Prevent integer underflow in Real pseudo-RTSP module, discovered by tixxDZ, DZCORE Labs, Algeria
Decoders
- Fix seeking in mpeg2 video files
- Improve SSA subtitles rendering
- Update most codecs for the Windows and Mac version
Muxers
- Fix sound recording of .flv files with mp3 audio
Qt Interface
- Possibility to change the opacity level of the Fullscreen controller
- Fix various crashes and VIDEO_TS folders opening
Mac OS X Interface
- Added options to disable support for Apple Remote and Media Keys
- Fixed options for Volume, Last.fm password and Subtitle Encoding
- Fixed redraw issues when autosizing the video window
- Preferences panel now includes help through tool-tips
- More reliable Information and Messages panels
- Fix various crashes
Windows port
- The ZVBI module is now available for Windows, for complete teletext support
Translations updates for Brazillian, French, German, Korean, Norwegian Nynorsk, Lithuanian.
VLC 1.0.1 is available here for both Windows and Mac OS X.
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IBM spending $1.2 billion on predictive analytics software maker
The original Big Blue is now set on buying Chicago-based predictive analytics software and solutions provider SPSS and it will pay no less than $50 per share or almost $1.2 billion to have it. This deal it expected to further expand IBM's Information on Demand (IOD) software portfolio and business analytics capabilities, and the Information Agenda initiative which helps companies turn information into a strategic asset.
"With this acquisition, we are extending our capabilities around a new level of analytics that not only provides clients with greater insight - but true foresight," said Ambuj Goyal, general manager, Information Management. "Predictive analytics can help clients move beyond the 'sense and respond' mode, which can leave blind spots for strategic information in today's fast paced environment - to 'predict and act' for improved business outcomes."
IBM expects to close the SPSS acquisition deal later on this year.
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Sprint Nextel to acquire Virgin Mobile USA in $483 million deal
Sprint Nextel, the third largest mobile service provider in the US, has just announced that it will be acquiring Virgin Mobile USA for a total equity value of about $483 million. This purchase Spring is expected to strengthen its prepaid business which will be led by Dan Schulman, current Virgin Mobile USA CEO, and enhance the cross selling of full suite of Sprint products and services across a larger target audience.
"The acquisition of Virgin Mobile USA positions Sprint for even greater success in the prepaid wireless segment," said Hesse. "Prepaid is growing at an unprecedented rate with consumers keenly focused on value. Virgin Mobile is an iconic brand in the marketplace that will complement our Boost Mobile brand."
The deal bringing Virgin Mobile USA under Sprint's wing is expected to be closed in Q4 2008 or Q1 2010.
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Thecus reveals the N0503 ComboNAS
Thecus Technology has just introduced the N0503 ComboNAS, a new NAS device which is able to be equipped with both 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch hard drives. Seen below, the N0503 is powered by an Atom CPU and boasts 1GB of DDR2 memory, has support for up to five 2.5-inch or three 3.5-inch HDDs, provides RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10 configurations, and includes one eSATA, two Gigabit Ethernet, and three USB ports.
"We knew the N0503 would turn a lot of heads when we released it, and with good reason," notes Thecus General Manager Florence Shih. "By thinking outside the box, Thecus has proven once again its spirit of creativity and innovation with the N0503 - the most flexible NAS storage device on the market."
Also providing support for an iTunes server, a photo web server, and uPnP AV streaming, the N0503 ComboNAS is set to hit stores very soon.
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A-Data to release full line-up of 4GB DDR3 modules
Providing mo' RAM for the masses, A-Data has now announced that it is expanding its DDR3 memory offer so as to include 4GB modules for everything from desktops (UDIMMs), and servers (ECC-DIMMs/ECC Registered DIMMs), to notebooks (So-DIMMs).
Working at 1066, 1333 MHz, the 4GB modules are said to provide both performance and sufficient capacity, while maintaining power consumption at low levels. The 4GB memory is backed by a lifetime warranty and should become available in stores shortly.
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Acer's Android netbook reported being delayed
To the disappointment of open source fans, Acer's dual-booting Android/Windows netbook, which was expected to start shipping as soon as next month, is now said to have been delayed, with now new launch date being available at this time.
The still rather mysterious Android netbook was announced by Acer in June and was supposed to be the first one to provide users the choice of running either the mobile-prone Android OS and Windows XP. This solution would have made sure that if users didn't like Android, they'd be able to simply use Windows XP, thus cutting down on return rates for this particular model.
Apparently Acer delayed the Android netbook based on studies showing a low demand for such a product, but it may be that the company is waiting for others to make the jump and see what happens with the recently-announced Chrome OS.
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HIS bundles 3D desktop app with select IceQ graphics cards
In an effort to make its card line-up a bit more interesting, HIS has decided on offering with its 4670 IceQ / iSilence 4 Native HDMI 1GB DDR3 models and through its website, Bumptop, a 3D desktop application for Windows. Looking like a real desk, Bumptop enables users to organize and share their files and photos, provides advanced search and sort capabilities, and even lets them update their Facebook or Twitter account and check emails.
"With BumpTop's intuitive 3D desktop environment, your desktop will be an interesting playground more than ever seen. You can now drag or resize icons and even post stuff on the walls. Everything is customizable, like a real desk" said Peter Yeung, Global Marketing Director for Hightech Information System. "Taking advantage of the powerful graphics engine, HIS Radeon HD 4000 Series GPUs deliver not only a cinematic gaming experience but also a whole new level of interactivity to desktop PCs. "
To give the free version of Bumptop a try download it from HIS' website. A 'Pro' version is also available and it costs $29.
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AMD also releases the ATI FirePro S400 synchronization module
In addition to introducing the ATI FirePro V8750, AMD has today let loose another FirePro series product, the S400 Synchronization Module. Seen below, this card allows ATI FirePro workstation cards to be used in broadcast, video editing, visualization, simulation and rich display applications that require synchronization to external sources (Genlock) or synchronization of 3D rendering of multiple GPUs in different systems (Framelock).
Equipped with a dedicated processor, the S400 supports four graphics cards (apparently only V8750s), features a SATA power connector and allows ATI FirePro graphics accelerators to receive signals and synchronize to virtually any video input source, including PAL and NTSC standard definition video black burst, high definition TV tri-level, TTL and SDI sync.
Available at system integrators and channel partners, the ATI FirePro S400 has a recommended price tag of $799.
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IDT and Micron to make beautiful PCIe SSDs together
Integrated Device Technology or IDT for short, has teamed up with well-known memory chip maker Micron on the development of new PCI Express solid stated drives technologies for the server, storage and embedded markets. Through this partnership, the two aim to make, among others, new flash controllers with a PCIe host interface optimized for Micron's flash memory and future generation RealSSD solid-state drives.
"As the NAND landscape continues to evolve with application requirements and process advancements, it's important that we ensure the interface options align with the technology," said Dean Klein, vice president of memory system development at Micron. "Micron continues to be a leader in NAND-based storage and we recognize the complications manufacturers face when implementing new - and changing - technology into their systems. Through this alliance with IDT, we're opening the doors for our customers to easily take advantage of the latest and most innovative flash technology, with features optimized for enterprise applications."
According to the duo, this agreement will see to the arrival of PCIe solutions with lower latency, greater performance and new levels of storage integration.
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