IT-Code-News: IT News HeadLines (Digital Trends) 30/03/2011

Skype launches â€کin the classroomâ€™ wordwide network for teachers
Teacher already use Skype to connect their students to the world at large. Skype's new program, "in the classroom," helps educators do so more easily.

Nintendoâ€™s next console likely wonâ€™t be going the 3D route
Nintendo of America president and COO Reggie Fils-Aime says that 3D display capabilities for its next console release is not likely.

Mozilla releases Firefox 4 for Android and Maemo mobile devices
Mozilla launches the final release of its Firefox 4 web browser for mobile devices, with support for Android- and Maemo-powered phones and tablets.

Tesla sues BBCâ€™s â€کTop Gearâ€™ for â€کliesâ€™ about the Roadster
Telsa is suing the BBC for libel and malicious falsehood for claims made in a 2008 episode of "Top Gear" about the performance of the company's electric Roadster.

In-app purchasing is officially available for Android Market apps, as promised last week
Following a week of developer testing, Google has officially launched in-app purchasing functionality for apps available through its Android Market.

Dell says Appleâ€™s iPad is bad for enterprise customers
Apple may have a secure hold on both the consumer and enterprise tablet markets, for now. But according to Dell's Andy Lark, Cupertino's gold-plated grip will inevitably let loose.

Sony Music not crazy about Amazonâ€™s newly launched cloud services
Sony criticizes Amazon for launching its Cloud Player without obtaining the necessary music streaming licenses while the online retailer contends that such licensing is not needed in this case.

JVC Everio GS-TD1 Review
Youâ€™ve probably heard so much about 3D that youâ€™re red-green-blue in the face, especially with the introduction of Nintendoâ€™s 3DS and 3D HDTV bubbling along in the background. Getting lost in the hype is JVCâ€™s first Full HD 3D camcorder thatâ€™s loaded with 64GB of flash memory and is light years ahead of low-cost 3D [...]

Outlier offers new jacket, shoes for spring 2011
Urban cycling brand Outliter offers up a water-resistant sneaker and a versatile bomber jacket for the spring and summer months.

Hotmail extends Active View to Netflix, LinkedIn, Posterous, and LivingSocial
Hotmail's new move is an upgrade for users and its new business partners.

Jackâ€™s back: The restored execâ€™s plans for Twitter
Jack Dorsey is ready to embrace his role at Twitter. Here's a peek at what's possibly in store for the site.

Motorola Atrix 4G update: Bugs fixed, speed isnâ€™t
The Atrix's latest software upgrade works out some of the kinks, but fails to bring the phone up to the promised 4G speeds.

Microsoft claims IE9 is the most battery-friendly Web browser
Microsoft's own study has revealed that its Internet Explorer 9 beats out the competition when it comes to energy consumption -- under certain conditions.

Zai Capalina Helmet uses air cushioning for custom fit
This helmet provides the ultimate in custom head protection and has a classy look with carbon black and leather details.

Hercules XPS Diamond speakers resemble large jewels
These compact Hercules XPS Diamond speakers plug into your laptop via USB and have a glamorous jewel design.

IDC predicts promising future for Windows Phone 7
A new forecast from the IDC says Windows Phone 7 will climb the mobile OS ranks and come second only to Android.

Hublot Big Bang White Caviar Watch makes ceramic look good
This all-white watch from Hublot was crafted in ceramic to look like beveled baguette diamonds.

Three reasons why MySpace is doomed
We've been hearing its death rattle for awhile now, but from the looks of it, MySpace is just about ready to kick the proverbial bucket.

Scientists show off a robot that can rebuild itself
Researchers have designed new robots capable of independently moving and combining to create a larger robot. Video of the moving joints inside.

JBL OnBeat Speaker Dock brings iPad audio to life
JBL's new OnBeat Speaker Dock for iPad (and, yes, iPhones and iPods) brings sophisticated speaker tech and the ability to rotate your docked i-device.

Desperately need a girlfriend? Buy a â€کcloud girlfriendâ€™ instead
For the lazier geek, a new startup is offering to create an ideal girlfriend for anybody willing to pay. She'll chat with you on Facebook or Twitter, boosting your own chances at scoring a real girl.

The Three Musketeers go 3D in the first official trailer
The classic French novel by Alexandre Dumas returns to the big screen this October in 3D with lots and lots of explosions.

AT&T admits to hobbling 4G phones
AT&T admits it's "4G" Motorola Atrix and HTC Inspire don't upload at anything like 4G speeds...but a fix is coming.

Is social media overvalued?
Analysts are warning investors that while the social media scene may appear to be chock full of innovation, company valuations aren't everything they seem to be.

Pediatricians identify a new illness: Facebook depression
A new report from the American Academy of Pediatricians raises alarm that 'Facebook depression' could be hurting your kids' wellbeing.

New York Times paywall proves easy to subvert
The New York Times paywall is up and running, but loopholes abound.

PS3 hacker George Hotz fights back against Sony lawsuit
After taking a few rounds of beatings, the legal team of PlayStation 3 jailbreak hacker George "GeoHot" Hotz has come off the ropes swinging at SCEA and their lawsuit.

Humans cannot be trusted in this new Portal 2 trailer
In Portal 2, trusting your teammate will be a key to survival. Thankfully as this trailer shows, you wonâ€™t need to rely on untrustworthy fleshbags. Instead, you will be able to trust the proven reliability of robots.

Netflix lowers video quality in Canada
In a move to play nicely with broadband usage caps, Netflix says its streaming video service now uses two-thirds less bandwidth in Canada.

BlueBeat to pay $1 million for illegal online music sales
Remember back when BlueBeat was selling "psycho-acoustic" versions of Beatles songs online for 25 cents? Now they get to pay $1 million in a settlement.

Thursday, March 31, 2011

IT News HeadLines (Digital Trends) 30/03/2011

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