IT-Code-News: IT News Head Lines (TechSpot) 6/24/2013

Watch the first official "Jobs" trailer, a Steve Jobs bio-flick starring Ashton Kutcher

Jobs, an upcoming biographical film aiming to depict the extraordinary life of former Apple CEO Steve Jobs, now has its very first official trailer. Originally due in April, it appears the film has been rescheduled for an August 16 debut.

Sony: PlayStation 3 firmware fix will be ready next week

Sony released a firmware update earlier this week for the PlayStation 3 that resulted in a small number of bricked consoles. Update 4.45 added additional trophy functionality to the PS3 as well as system stability features but ultimately caused more harm than good.

Weekend Open Forum: Do you mainly buy new or used games?

How often do you buy used games compared to new ones? Also, putting aside that online checks every 24-hours or no offline play do feel anti-consumer, would something like that have affected you directly due to lack of reliable broadband or otherwise?

Lenovo announces Mixx Windows 8 convertible, Ideapads with discrete GPUs, 1080p LCDs

Continuing to bolster its line-up of touchable consumer computers, Lenovo has announced the expansion its IdeaPad "S" and "U" laptop line-up. Amongst the fresh offerings are an 11.6-inch S210 and 13.3-14-inch U models equipped with Haswell silicon and optional 1080p screens. Additionally, Lenovo has announced its "Miix" tablet, a 10.1-inch...

New Sony SmartWatch might be released next week

For a product that has yet to be released, Google’s Project Glass has definitely sparked an interest in wearable computing. In addition to their high-tech eyewear, the search giant is purportedly working on a phone-compatible smartwatch. On a similar note, rumor has it that Apple will soon announce plans for...

Apple now publishing iOS fragmentation data on developer site

Mirroring a similar initiative by Google -- and perhaps intended as a swipe at Android -- Apple has started charting the state of iOS fragmentation on its public developer page. The data, collected from Apple’s App Store during the 14-day period ending June 3, is quite telling. Only one percent...

Vizio shipping 11.6-inch Windows 8 tablet with AMD APU

Consumer electronics-maker and PC-dabbler Vizio has launched its latest computing device: an 11.6-inch Windows 8 PC-based tablet for $600 (MT11X-A1). The slate features a generously-sized 1080p display, 64GB SSD, 2GB and an AMD Z-60 APU. Pair that up with a 2MP front-facing camera, stereo speakers and Micro HDMI/USB ports and...

iPhone 5 coming to Virgin Mobile on June 28, pricing starts at $550

Apple’s iPhone 5 is set to arrive on Virgin Mobile starting June 28. It joins a growing list of pre-paid carriers like T-Mobile, AT&T, Cricket Wireless and Straight Talk from Wal-Mart that have jumped on the iPhone bandwagon as of late.

Apple now controls 75 percent of the digital music market

Despite a growing number of streaming music services and outlets to purchase tunes, the digital music revolution is still in its infancy. Apple changed the way we purchase and consume music with iTunes and the iPod and nearly 12 years later, they’re still the industry leader in digital music sales...

Wozniak feels partially guilty about NSA surveillance program

During a recent appearance on Piers Morgan Live, Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak admitted that he felt a little guilty – but not totally – about the fact that computers and technology created by people like him were being used to snoop into the affairs of Americans. As he goes on...

Tesla Motors shows off Model S 90-second battery-swap

Tesla Motors' Model S features a new design that allows the driver to swap out a depleted battery for a fully charged replacement in less time than it takes to fill a traditional gas tank. Elon Musk recently demonstrated the process on stage, and says that the only choice the...

Tesla Motors shows of Model S 90-second battery-swap

Weekend game deals: Dishonored $20, XCOM $14, The Witcher 2 $6

Between Steam's Paradox promotion, GOG's summer blowout, a new Humble Bundle and the usual smattering of discounts, you're bound to find something to burn money on this weekend. Noteworthy bargains include 75% off Cities in Motion titles, a Double Fine bundle with six games for $10, Dishonored for $20, 75%...

Leaked photos show iPhone 5S with dual-LED flash, larger battery

Multiple images of what is believed to be Apple’s next iPhone recently surfaced on the web. The photos show a device using a redesigned logic board – what looks to be the same one that showed up in photos earlier this week – that features a different layout for connectors...

The FAA to loosen regulations on electronics aboard planes

The Federal Aviation Administration will reportedly loosen the currently strict restrictions on the use of electronics aboard airplanes. The recommendation to change these regulations will be brought forth by a 28 member advisory panel, and if successful, fliers will have considerably more freedom during takeoff, taxiing and landing.

Speckie 5.8.1
Speckie is the first and only dedicated, real-time spell check solution for Internet Explorer.

AutoHotkey 1.1.11.00
Simple and powerful utility which customizes keyboards, joysticks and mice.

System Monitor II 17.6
Windows gadget to display system health in real time.

xpy 1.3.6
Small tool which disables the default threats of a windows xp installation.

Calibre 0.9.36
calibre is a free and open source e-book library management application developed by users of e-books for users of e-books.

Comodo Dragon 27.2.0.0
Fast and versatile Internet Browser based on Chromium, infused with Comodo's unparalleled level of security.

BullGuard Internet Security 13.0.260
Simple protection to surf, bank, shop and game online without interruption.

Wise Folder Hider 1.36.72
Wise Folder Hider is a free file/folder hiding tool. You can use it to hide files and folders on local partitions or removable devices.

Balabolka 2.7.0.549
Balabolka is a Text-To-Speech (TTS) program. All computer voices installed on your system are available to Balabolka.

K-Lite Mega Codec Pack Beta 9.9.9
Collection of codecs and related tools. The K-Lite Codec Pack is a user-friendly solution for playing all your movie files.

Malwarebytes Anti-Exploit 0.9.2 Beta
MalwareBytes Anti-Exploit protects against all known and unknown 0-day vulnerability exploits, protecting users where traditional antivirus and security products fail.

Torch Browser 25.0.0.3607
Light up the web with Torch Browser. With Torch you can save media files, manage torrent files and share links. All with a click.

GPU-Z 0.7.2
GPU-Z is a lightweight utility designed to give you all information about your video card and GPU.

Ad-Aware Free 10.5.3
Core Virus and Spyware Protection Trusted by Millions Worldwide

Virtual DJ Free Home Edition 7.4
Designed for home DJs, VirtualDJ Home includes nearly all the features of VirtualDJ Pro, with only a few limitations.

VirtualBox 4.2.14
VirtualBox is a general-purpose full virtualizer for x86 hardware. Targeted at server, desktop and embedded use, it is now the only professional-quality virtualization solution that is also Open Source Software.

Norton Virus Definitions 2008-10 June 21, 2013
Keep your Norton Anti-Virus updated.

Norton Virus Definitions 2003-07 June 21, 2013
Keep your Norton Anti-Virus updated.

Xtreme Calculations 18.0
Xtreme Calculations is a free calculator software which has been developed to provide users with the best set of features to perform various calculations.

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IT News Head Lines (TechSpot) 6/24/2013

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