IT-Code-News: IT News Head Lines (Digital Trends) 16/10/2011

Nvidia announces 3D Vision 2 glasses with improved technology
Positioning this product as the optimal solution for gamers that want to experience 1080p 3D graphics, Nvidia rolls out a new version of the 3D Vision glasses with a couple upgrades.

Verizon Wireless starts tracking and sharing sites that users visit
While user privacy remains a large concern for many consumers, companies are often opting in all their subscribers into more invasive privacy policies.

Spotify comes to your TV with the Boxee Box
First WD, now Spotify comes to TVs with the Boxee Box.

One in five considering ditching BlackBerry after service problems
Following a three-day global service outage of the BlackBerry network, a survey has revealed that almost one in five owners of BlackBerry smartphones may move to another phone manufacturer.

iPhone 4S sales could hit 4 million over weekend as Apple stock hits new high
Friday was a good day for Apple. On the first day of over-the-counter sales of its new iPhone 4S smartphone, US mobile carriers reported record sales and phone activations, customers lined up outside Apple stores around the world and shares in the company hit a record high.

From LEGO, with love
Take a look at these pictures of the world's most expensive LEGO structure.

Hands on with the Griffin Helo TC iPhone-controlled toy helicopter
We take a hands-on look at the iOS-device controlled Helo TC helicopter, which is a fun novelty toy but is lacking in battery life and tactile controls.

The Thing review
Review: Mary Elizabeth Winstead stars in a prequel to John Carpenter’s classic The Thing that shares the name, but not the tension of the original.

Could Apple really be starting production on the iPad 3?
The latest Apple rumor is focused on the iPad 3 being prepped for production almost six months before it is expected to be released.

T-Mobile Galaxy S II hands-on impressions and photos
We got some hands on time with the T-Mobile version of the Galaxy S II at the carrier's launch party in New York last night. Our impressions are inside.

Google+ traffic continues to drop, down as much as 70%
Google+ traffic continues to decline while Google still struggles to keep users coming back to the social network. Traffic has dipped as much as 70 percent since the public launch on September 20.

Gear Guide: Ultimate football tailgate packing list
It's football season, which means it's time for a good old tailgate party. You may not being going too far, but you'll need some gear to make a good party.

Pictures: XPLORE Toyota FJ Cruiser
Whether you're looking to tackle the urban jungle, or a real one, neither terrain will cause you much trouble in the Xplore Toyota FJ Cruiser.

Concept cameras: Digital photography’s craziest pipe dreams
If you've been impressed by built-in filters and GPS functions in your digital camera, be prepared to have your mind blown by these ground-breaking concepts...most of which will never make it past the mock-up stage.

Google to put Buzz out of its misery
Yes, Google Buzz is still alive -- but Google announced today that the failed social network isn't long for this world.

GameStop will be handing out Catwoman redemption codes with used copies of Batman: Arkham City
A leaked internal memo, later confirmed as accurate with retail locations, reveals that GameStop will be giving out Catwoman DLC redemption codes with all used purchases of Batman: Arkham City.

Our favorite hidden features of iOS 5
After you've gotten through the iOS 5 update, check out these under-the-hood features Apple packed into the upgrade.

Battlefield 3 is yet another Online Pass-enabled game, try to act surprised
Electronic Arts will be using an Online Pass code for DICE's Battlefield 3, out October 25, which falls in line with the publisher's previously stated intent to lock the online content in future releases behind redemption codes packed into new copies of each game.

Ace Combat: Assault Horizon Review
Review: In Ace Combat: Assault Horizon, Namco Bandai and Project Ares attempt to revamp and modernize an old franchise with a gritty new look and a realistic setting, but the song remains the same.

2012 BMW 3 Series
How do you redesign a car that is already an example of automotive excellence, enjoying both commercial and critical success for year -- well the brave folks at BMW have decided to do just that with their overhaul of the lauded BMW 3 Series.

GOP presidential candidate Herman Cain’s 999 tax plan identical to plan in SimCity 4
Leading presidential candidate Herman Cain's "999" tax plan perfectly matches the default tax plan of 2003's SimCity4.

Google CEO says Microsoft can ‘hassle’ partners with patent threats, but won’t stop Android
Larry Page isn't happy with Microsoft. The Google CEO used yesterday's earnings call to address the company's attempts to introduce "Android tax" on manufacturers.

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Sunday, October 16, 2011

IT News Head Lines (Digital Trends) 16/10/2011

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