Saturday, May 11, 2013

IT News Head Lines (VR-Zone) 12/05/2013


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FCC filing for Motorola XT1058 found, could this be the X Phone?
An FCC filing as appeared for a Motorola device with model number XT1058. It looks similar to the early leaks of the X Phone, could this be it? Who knows.


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Microsoft defends upcoming changes for Windows 8, says it's a good thing
Microsoft has responded to the recent feedback they've been getting that they are backtracking on their vision and not showing confidence in their product by reverting back to old ways when it comes to Windows, like bringing back the Start button. They think they're doing a good thing. Some agree, some don't.


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FCC proposes faster Wi-Fi speeds while in-flight
The FCC has released a proposal that aims to provide faster and more stable Wi-Fi connections while in-flight.  That's the good news.  The bad news is the ambitious plan won't be ready until 2020, if all goes well.


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Activision CEO doubts the future of game consoles
The game console business is reaching a point of uncertainty even though the video game industry continue to thrive as a whole.  Nintendo’s recently launched Wii U console has struggled to hit consumers with ferocity, and, according to an Activision CEO, the Xbox SevenFinity and PlayStation 4 will, too, struggle as video game consumption switches to mobile platforms.


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New screenshots leaked for Watch_Dogs
A batch of new screenshots has been leaked for Ubisoft's upcoming open-world title Watch_Dogs, giving players even more glimpses of the game's impressive visuals. A brand new gameplay trailer has also been released along with the screens, showcasing in-game footage for Ubisoft's techno-stealth release.


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New Pumpkin space pod lets you become a space age Cinderella
Tired of dreaming about being able to escape the doldrums of life on Earth?  Well, you may soon be able to ditch Mother Earth’s grasp and go to the moon in a Pumpkin. If you can afford it, that is.


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Watch out Nokia, the next iPhone might have a beefier camera
A component leak of what may be a part of the next iPhone is indicating that Apple might plan on beefing up the device’s camera.


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An almost fully functional Ubuntu Touch build may be ready by the end of May
Ubuntu is setting itself up for some high praises if Ubuntu for smartphones become what everyone want it to be—that is, a total consolidation of PC and mobile solutions.  Canonical intends to release fully functional and stable builds of Ubuntu Touch sometime this year, and aparently they’re planning on releasing a semi-ready consumer product by end of May.


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PS4 ad campaign leaked and slogan reveals 'Greatness Awaits'
A script has leaked for what looks to be a commercial in a new ad campaign for the PS4 and it offers what could potentially be Sony's slogan leading up to release.  "Greatness Awaits."


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Microsoft begins distributing Windows 8.1 Build 9391 Developer Preview to OEMs
According to a report from Win8China, Windows 8.1 Build 9391 Developer Preview has been distributed to OEMs.


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Xbox Infinity branding image was a fake
The image you see here was a fake created by user C-Ron on Reddit. It's unsure whether or not the name itself is fake though, but in the end it doesn't seem to matter much when the reveal is just over one week away.


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Another image of the thin bezel alleged LG Optimus G2 leaked
Only a few days ago did popular un-released hardware leaks specialist evleaks post some pictures of a thin bezel packing LG smartphone. Well, it's time for round 2!


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Google kills plans to launch physical credit card before I/O
Google CEO Larry Page has killed any plans to launch a physical credit card for Google's Wallet program leading up to their  I/O event next week. The head of Google Wallet has also departed the company as a result of this fiasco.


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Half-Life 2 now available on Linux!
Half-Life 2, Valve’s claim to fame and often regarded as one of the best games ever made, has now been ported to Linux, and is available from the OS’ version of Steam.


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Tiny light and heat absorbing antennas may pave way for new solar tech
Tiny antennas which capture light and heat energy may be a new low cost way to produce solar energy and reuse wasted energy in industrial processes.


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Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 to pack WXGA display and Android 4.2.2
After the unveiling of Samsung's third gen entry level Galaxy Tab 3 7.0, it is time to spill some news related to the higher end and much more premium Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 with (you guessed it right!) an 8 inch display and dual core processor onboard.


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Sharp to cut 5,000 jobs to focus on mobile displays and high end TVs
Sharp will be cutting 5,000 jobs to re-focus their production on small-sized panels for devices like smartphones, as well as focusing on producing high end 4K television sets, and large panels that are 70 inches or higher.


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iTunes app not coming to Windows 8 marketplace any time soon
Microsoft CFO Tami Reller says they have requested that Apple make an iTunes app for the 'Metro' interface. If it does happen, it all it won't be for quite some time.


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Apple has backlog of police unlocking requests
Apple has created a waiting list to deal with the increasing backlog of requests from law enforcement to unlock iOS devices seized in connection with crimes.


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Galaxy S4 Zoom to pack 10x optical zoom in a 10 mm thick body
Fresh details of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom leak out, giving us a greater insight on Sammy's upcoming camera phone.


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