Friday, September 11, 2009

IT News HeadLines (TechSpot) 10/09/2009


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AMD to deploy new "Vision" marketing campaign
For tech enthusiasts, purchasing a new computer -- or even just a video card -- is a parade that model numbers and specifications can't rain on. However, for the typical folks who stroll into Best Buy or Wal-Mart and cart out a new PC, deciphering gigabytes from gigahertz can be a humbling experience.
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Six US cities to receive upgraded AT&T network
AT&T is looking to deploy an upgraded high-speed packet access (HSPA) network in six US cities this year. The company spoke of doubling its 3G networks from a 3.6Mb/s downlink to 7.2Mbps months ago, but failed to define a specific launch plan. Today it announced that it would bring the upgraded network to customers in Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, and Miami.
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Google working on new micropayment platform
Google is developing a micropayment platform that will be an extension of Google Checkout. The system will reportedly be available to both Google, as well as non-Google properties within the next year, and will primarily target the newspaper industry.
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Pioneer console Sega Dreamcast turns 10
Consoles have come a long way in a short time, evolving alongside computers as one of the center pieces for video game entertainment. As the line between computer and console begins to blur, it's easy to forget just how far the console has journeyed. A good reminder of that came this week, when the Sega Dreamcast turned ten years old.
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Apple rolls out iPhone OS 3.1
Apple unveiled iPhone OS 3.1 at today's "It's Only Rock and Roll" event in San Francisco. In addition to some new features, the software update contains all of the functions introduced previously in 3.0. Version 3.1 is available now, so if you've been looking forward to its release, be sure to upgrade and share your thoughts in the comments.
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Apple updates iPod lineup, nano gets video camera
As expected, Apple unveiled new iPod models across the board today which bring added functionality and lower prices. A recovered Steve Jobs took the stage for the first time in almost a year to announce that over 225 million iPods have been sold since its introduction in 2001, with the iPod touch representing 20 million of that number and contributing to an overwhelming 74% market share.
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Microsoft intros ultrathin mobile keyboard, BMK 6000
Microsoft is expanding their hardware line up today, with the introduction of a new keyboard aimed specifically at mobile users. The wireless Bluetooth Mobile Keyboard 6000 is, as you might expect, a Bluetooth-only device that Microsoft has supposedly designed with comfort and portability in mind.
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Western Digital ships 640GB Scorpio Blue notebook drive
Western Digital has begun shipping its 640GB Scorpio Blue notebook hard drive that utilizes 320GB-per-platter technology. Housing two platters, the Scorpio Blue is designed to be compatible with all mainstream notebook systems with its 2.5" by 9.5mm profile.
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Asus unveils CULV-based UnLimited laptop series
Asus has launched a new series of CULV-based notebooks to counter the likes of Acer's Timeline series and help bridge the gap between netbooks and higher end ultra-portables. Their new UnLimited family includes 12.1", 13.3", 14", and 15.6" systems, all with the same 1366x768 display resolution, ultra low voltage Core 2 Duo, Solo or Celeron processors, and a black or brushed aluminum chassis that i...
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News around the web: 4 Cool Firefox Tools
4 Cool Firefox Tools That Are Not Addons @ MakeUseOf
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Russia drops Microsoft antitrust probe over Windows XP
Russia's competition regulator, the Federal Antimonopoly Service (FAS), has dropped a probe launched against Microsoft back in June over alleged violations to the country's laws. The agency had accused Redmond of having unfair pricing policies and restricting Windows XP sales to retailers and OEMs, even though there was continued demand for the older operating system, forcing customers to use Vist...
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Power Plan Assistant for Windows 7
Power Plan Assistant is a smart power plan management application, designed specifically for the Windows 7 operating system.
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Total Commander 7.5
Powerful Windows file manager replacement.
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Mozilla Firefox 3.5.3
Improve your browsing experience with Mozilla's open-source and highly acclaimed Firefox.
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Xfire 1.114
See when your friends are online, what game they're playing, and what server they're on
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Ashampoo Burning Studio 2009 9.12
Ashampoo Burning Studio focuses on what you want: Burn discs quickly, easily, with maximum quality and minimum hassle.
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AnyDVD & AnyDVD HD 6.5.8.1 Beta
Driver, which descrambles DVD-Movies automatically in the background.
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Maxthon 2.5.7.1143
Maxthon Internet Browser software is a powerful tabbed browser with a highly customizable interface.
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FlashGot 1.2.0.4
Free Mozilla/Firefox extension to handle downloads with external download managers
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AVG Anti-Virus Updates September 9, 2009
Keep your AVG Anti-Virus updated.
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Ad-aware 2008 Definitions File 0149.0046
Manually update Ad-aware 2007 with the latest definitions file.
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Mozilla Firefox 3.5.3 for Mac OS X
Perhaps the best Internet Explorer replacement you will ever find. Improve your browsing experience with Mozilla's open-source Firefox.
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A Better Finder Rename 8.2.8 for Mac OS X
A Better Finder Rename allows users to quickly rename multiple files.
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JetPhoto Studio 4.6.1 for Mac OS X
JetPhoto is a full-featured freeware to store, organize, view and share digital photos, and publish photo albums onto Web.
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Realtek AC 97 ALC650 Audio CODECs Driver v A6.305 for Windows Vista (32/64 bits)
Driver Date: 9/9/2009 OS Support: Windows Vista

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Realtek AC 97 ALC650 Audio CODECs Driver v A6.305 for Windows 7 (32/64 bits)
Driver Date: 9/9/2009 OS Support: Windows 7

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