IT-Code-News: IT News Head Lines (Digital Trends) 10/10/2012

Report: Boxee adds over-the-air TV, DVR to new set-top box
Possibly ideal for anyone looking to cut the cord and stop paying an expensive cable bill, Boxee's new hardware may pack quite a punch.

Google working with Samsung on ‘high-end’ 10.1-inch Nexus tablet, report says
Google is reportedly working with Samsung to develop a co-branded high-end Nexus tablet featuring a 10.1-inch screen, moving into an area of the tablet market dominated by Apple with its 9.7-inch iPad.

Take control of your identity with these online tools
Too often, using the Web means losing control of your personal data. Here are a few ways to get back in the driver's seat.

Skype users warned not to click on unexpected links as ‘ransomware’ worm spreads
Malware which could lock a user out of their PC until they pay $200 is targeting Skype users through its instant messaging facility. Those using the Internet-based phone service are being warned not to click on unexpected links, to review their security settings, and to ensure they have the latest version of the free software installed.

British man sentenced to 12 weeks in jail as result of Facebook posts
A British man who posted messages on Facebook about a missing girl has been sentenced to 12 weeks in jail as a result of his actions, described by the court as "abhorrent" and deserving of the harshest possible sentence.

Apple says the iPhone 5′s purple lens flare is your fault
Apple has responded to the fallout over the iPhone 5's purple lens flare effect, saying it's due to position and the device's smaller camera.

Introducing FlixChip and its USB chip movie delivery system
Forget the Cloud: USB Chips may be making a comeback, and spearheading the recent retro is FlixChip, a new start-up that offers movies pre-loaded onto USBs for your viewing pleasure.

Tesla’s company-owned stores create controversy
Tesla's mall stores are more like Apple retailers than car dealers, but they are also illegal in some states.

Can Windows Phone 8 solve mobile for Microsoft?
Microsoft has failed in the mobile market. Could Windows Phone 8 be the salvation it is seeking?

Sprint network out in Oregon, Minnesota, and Washington (Update: Outages in California, Sprint claims fixed)
A fiber cut somewhere in the U.S. has led to major outages in Sprint's network. The hardest hit customer has been Alaska Airlines, which had to delay its flights.

Vita’s Call Of Duty: Black Ops Declassified ditches zombie mode
Will Call Of Duty fans enjoy a handheld Black Ops sequel without the now obligatory "secret" zombie mode?

Google Play finally opens up shop for Google TV, content now available for purchase
Google finally updated Google TV to enable users to purchase movies, TV shows, and music from the Google Play Store.

Bungie enlists Red Dead Redemption designer for its first post-Halo game
Now that it's no longer churning out Halo sequels, Bungie has picked up designer Danny Bulla to assist with its mysterious next game.

Polycom’s teleconferencing tools aim to provide a more inclusive conversation
Polycom's new product launch hopes to make video conferencing standard fare.

PlayStation’s “Kevin Butler” sued for promoting Nintendo Wii
Sony's PlayStation would-be mascot Kevin Butler was sued by his former employers for playing Mario Kart in a Bridgestone tires commercial.

The Walking Dead Episode 4 arrives tomorrow
Come October 9, The Walking Dead Episode 4: Around Every Corner, will finally make its debut.

Microsoft is bombarding Google with mistaken URL take down requests
Microsoft requests Google to take down over 80,000 URLs per week, and a report indicates that many of these requests are obvious mistakes.

Complaints by Muslim gamers convince Activision to remove parts of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2
The Favella map was removed from online multiplayer in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 and 3 following complaints from Muslim gamers.

Nocs’ NS600 Crush headphones aim to streamline design and air flow
Swedish audio manufacturer Nocs looks to please audiophiles and style-savvy consumers with its new NS600 Crush earbuds.

OnStar EcoHub app calculates Chevy Volt charging costs
GM will test this new app with Volt owners in the Austin, Texas smart grid community of Pecan Street.

So Long Zynga: Mobile continues to eat up PC social gaming’s audience
September sales data shows that social games are spending time and money on mobile devices, not PC, bad news for an embattled Zynga.

Facebook gets Pinspired with new brand-facing Collections feature
A new tool for brands, Collections, gives retailers a Pinterest-like way to prompt users to make collections and wishlists out of their products.

Motorola’s Webtop dock is dead (It’s official)
Motorola has quietly killed its line of Webtop laptop docks, which allowed you to turn your smartphone into something resembling a laptop PC.

Battlefield: Bad Company comedy series now in development at Fox
Twentieth Century Fox has pushed into development a hour-long comedy series based on EA's Battlefield: Bad Company series.

YouTube’s $200 million investment in its Original Channel Initiative adds 60 more channels
With YouTube's latest $200 million investment in its original channels, it announced today that 60 more channels from Europe and the U.S. will be added to its Original Channel Initiative.

Windows 8 apps get last minute updates as launch draws near
Consumers won't able to get their hands on Windows 8 for another three weeks, but Microsoft is insuring everything will be in place by rolling out updates to the OS's built-in apps.

Ubisoft bumps Rayman Legends Wii U exclusive from launch to 2013
A Rayman Legends Wii U debut isn't in the cards as Ubisoft bumps its platformer from November to next year.

Microsoft Points out, real money in with Windows 8 launch
No more Microsoft Points! Microsoft's unpopular virtual currency system will be phased out in favor of real money prices on Windows 8.

10 essential features for every travel laptop
All laptops are portable, but not all are built for long-distance travel. Here are 10 important factors to consider when shopping for a laptop that's bound for the road.

Gather your droids, new Angry Birds Star Wars trailer and images released
More pictures and a trailer related to the upcoming Angry Birds Star Wars have been floating the Internet, and here's a look at what to expect on November 8.

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Tuesday, October 9, 2012

IT News Head Lines (Digital Trends) 10/10/2012

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