IT-Code-News: IT News Head Lines (Digital Trends) 07/12/2011

Mojang working with LEGO to officially develop Minecraft building sets
The Minecraft team is working with LEGO through the Cuusoo crowdsourcing site to create official building sets. However, Mojang needs fan's support to make it a reality.

Starbucks mobile apps account for 26 million transactions over 2011
While mobile payment technology is slowing starting to seep into retail establishments around the country, coffee company Starbucks is reporting massive growth with mobile payments at the register.

Supercar pile-up in Japan dubbed world’s most expensive car crash
It's a highly unusual sight - a fleet of luxury cars lying mangled and wrecked along a highway. The 14-vehicle supercar pile-up happened in Japan on Sunday when a driver of one of the eight Ferraris in the smash lost control of his vehicle. With so many upmarket cars involved, the accident is thought to be the most expensive car crash ever.

Theaters set aside “Tweet Seats” for Twitter users
Since Twitter users often use the social network to update friends on public events like concerts, a group of theaters is taking advantage of this trend with a new service.

$1.75M Cold War cabin is the perfect place to bunker down for zombie apocalypse
The ultimate zombie survival pad comprises 2,000 square feet, nine underground floors, and can be yours for only $1.75 million.

Can Mozilla survive without Google?
Mozilla makes Firefox, but is heavily dependent on Google for revenue to fund its efforts. The problem? Google makes Chrome - and Mozilla's deal with Google is up for renewal.

Introducing Air Clicker: Forget the camera, take pictures with your hand
It doesn't get any smaller that this. A new concept gets rid of the camera and puts digital imaging literally into your hands.

Microsoft Flight is still alive and accepting applications for beta testers
Despite very little information on the newest game in the series, the next version of Microsoft Flight is still on track, and is currently seeking beta testers.

Why did Samsung yank the Galaxy Nexus from its NYC showcase shop?
The Galaxy Nexus was put up for display a the Samsung Experience shop in New York and abruptly taken down a day later, marking the latest in Verizon's attempts to suppress knowledge of the phone. So is it coming this year or not?

Teen ‘sexting’ not that big of a deal, study shows
Despite what you've heard, "sexting" is not prevalent among teenagers, according to a study from the American Academy of Pediatrics.

A new rumor points to the potential power of the Wii U
A new rumor lists the specs of the Wii U, possibly offering us the first look at the architecture of Nintendo’s next-gen console (with one possible typo).

Wikileaks’ Assange can continue to fight extradition
Wikileaks' Assange is continuing to fight his extradition on charges of rape and molestation, claiming that his case warrants a hearing.

Comment and win a set of RHA MA-350 earbuds!
We are giving away a set of MA-350 earbuds from Reid and Heath Acoustics, and all you have to do for a chance to win is post a comment below!

Is Firefox’s fate up in the air?
Firefox may have lost more than second place standing to Google Chrome. How much will the lack of a mobile presence and the end of a profitable partnership hurt the Mozilla browser?

Taiwanese LED tower to serve as urban oasis
The technologically advanced '21st Century Oasis' has won the Taiwan Tower International Competition for Taichung City and features an LED facade that can illuminate the city.

All for one and one for all: Jointli allows multiple people to own luxury items collectively
Ever dream of owning a private jet, beach side property, or keys to a Ferrari, but couldn't afford the price on your own? Now you can share the cost of items like these and many more with like minded individuals in your area thanks to Jointli, a new website designed to bring all those things you dreamed of having, but never could, until now.

Hey Gowalla users, this is what the Facebook deal means for you
Gowalla has confirmed it's been bought by Facebook. Now what?

NASA confirms discovery of first alien planet in ‘habitable zone’
NASA has taken a giant leap closer to discovering whether we're alone in the universe by confirming the existence of the first planet, named Kepler-22b, that exists in the "habitable zone" of its star.

RumbaTime Vandam Go wristwatch is a trendy timepiece and credit card
If you're looking to clean out your wallet or purse and streamline your shopping experience, check out Rumbatime's Vandam Go wristwatch, a versatile timepiece that is both credit card and emergency contact information all-in-one.

Halo: Out With A Whimper gives franchise a 2-D makeover
Upcoming indie game hopes to offer its own spin on Halo universe in side-scrolling shooter form.

Dell drops out of US tablet market, for now
Dell has stopped selling the Streak 7, its last Android-based tablet, in the United States.

‘Cyber Week’ sales hit record $6 billion: comScore
Cyber Week: US consumers purchased nearly $6 billion worth of good online from Monday through Friday last week, according to comScore.

‘Sony Ericsson’ to become ‘Sony’ by mid 2012
Sony will drop its Sony Ericsson joint smartphone branding by mid 2012 according to one of its Indian executives.

Xbox Live update adds 40 entertainment apps, Kinect voice and motion controls, cloud storage, and more
Xbox Live will receive a major overhaul, starting tomorrow, December 6. The update includes a new Windows Phone Metro-like design, voice- and motion-control functionality and a slew of new entertainment apps.

New Android-powered TV line is headed to the hospital
HCI's Roommate III will bring Android apps and television functions to the hospital room.

PlayStation Vita won’t support simultaneous gaming and web-surfing
Planning on keeping Game FAQs bookmarked while you use your PlayStation Vita? You could be out of luck.

Facebook iOS app update ‘fixes’ photo comments bug
Facebook claims to have fixed a bug in its iOS app that caused the wrong comments to show up on some photos. But user's report another story.

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Wednesday, December 7, 2011

IT News Head Lines (Digital Trends) 07/12/2011

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