IT News HeadLines (VR-Zone) 23/01/2011

I-O Data Readies New External Drive
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I-O data is preparing to launch the HDCA-LU series of external HDDs. Measuring 185 x 120 x  39mm and weighing 1.1kg, the 3.5" external HDDs feature a USB 2.0 interface and are designed to work with both PCs and TVs.


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Rumour: HTC's upcoming tablets will sport quite the Sensation
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HTC may make some of the better Android-powered smartphones in the market, but the Taiwanese OEM has no offerings that can go head to head with the Android-powered tablets currently flooding the market. This does not mean that it has nothing up its sleeves though: now that the company has announced plans to make its entry into that segment, it should come as no surprise that it has got something special planned for its upcoming tablets in the form of a new UI.

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Art. Lebedev Studio announces new Optimus Mini Six keyboard, no launch date or details revealed
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A product announcement with no estimated launch date, product images or renders, pricing and availability details sounds like nothing more but glorified vapourware, right? That may be the case, but it still does not change the fact that Art. Lebedev Studio's plans for a Mini Three successor is definitely a looker in all aspects. Anyone fancy a fist-sized, six-button quick access OELD keyboard for work use?
*Note: Image above is that of the Mini Three and not the Mini Six.

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Rumor: Google TV to get Android Market soon
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Remember how we posted an article some time back about users reportedly being successful in hacking Google's Google TV operating system to be usable with the Android Market? Well, it seems that the hackers need not have bothered after all: apparently, a Logitech representative had jumped the gun by passing an offhand comment about Google TV-enabled devices officially getting the Android Market treatment from the search giant itself.
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Plantronics announces Savor M1100 Bluetooth headset with advanced voice controls
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Plantronics has recently announced their new Savor M1100 Bluetooth headset in Singapore. It features advanced voice commands which allows users to answer or ignore the call by simply saying them out.

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Apple Replacing Screws on iPhone 4s
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Apple is changing the Philips screws on iPhone 4s to something called a "Pentalobe" screw to prevent people from opening it.

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Gigabyte's Respone to Burnt Pins on Their P67 Motherboards
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Gigabyte has responded to the burnt pin issue affecting their LGA1155 boards by claiming that the board that was sent out to a reviewer was faulty in the first place.

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Crysis 2 Demo to be Released on 25th January on the Xbox 360
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Electronic Arts (EA) and Microsoft have announced that a Crysis 2 demo exclusive to Xbox 360 gamers will be released on the 25 January 2011.

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Logitech Introduces Wireless Mouse M515
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Renowned Swiss peripheral-device maker Logitech has announced the Logitech Wireless Mouse M515, aimed at home users who hook up computers to their TVs. It boasts a sealed bottom case for easy gliding across all soft surfaces (akin to Microsoft's BlueTrack Technology), hand-detection sensor whereby it will work only when gripped, Logitech Hyper-Fast Scrolling, a battery life of 2 years, and comes with a handy wireless Unifying receiver. The Mouse M515 is available through majore retailers, e-tailers and distributors at a MSRP of 49.99 come early April.



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LaCie Announces Christofle Design Pebble-Shaped USB Flash Drive
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LaCie has collaborated with Christofle, a famous French manufacturer of fine silver flatware and home accessories, to launch the Galet, a stylish hand-made pebble shaped 4Gb USB 2.0 flash drive encased in shiny silver. The Galet can be purchased from LaCie's online store/ any Christofle boutique at a MSRP of US$130.


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