Mar 20

Intel promises next-gen Atom chips at IDF Beijing

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We’ve yet to get more than a whiff of Intel’s Oak Trail chips, but the Cedar Trail CPUs are nearly here — in fact, it’s looking like Chipzilla intends to introduce its latest Atom processor at IDF Bejing this year. UMPC Portal noticed that Intel’s got a session titled “Designing a New Generation of Netbooks with the Intel Atom Processor Based Platform” at the April event, which promises to give attendees a glimpse at the “next generation Intel Atom processor based platform.” Details are scarce, but there are a couple of bullet points that might grab your attention. First, Intel will be talking about “WiFi solutions that deliver new netbook usage models,” which sounds kind of like WiDi, and second, the company will be talking up “fanless netbook designs.” Our overactive imaginations are already at work — we’re on a comfy couch, surfing the internet on a big-screen TV, without a hot, bulky laptop to weight us down and nary a tether to worry about. Or, maybe a boat.

Intel promises next-gen Atom chips at IDF Beijing originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 20 Mar 2011 14:02:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Mar 20

This Week’s Best YouTube Videos: Nuclear Boy, Black Friday, First Person Mario, and More

Posted in: Miscellaneous Tech, Today's Chili, videos, YouTube

Emerson is Scared

Have you ever wondered what Super Mario Bros. would look like as a first person shooter? Maybe you’ve watched coverage of last week’s earthquake and the ensuing tsunami in Japan and wondered exactly how terrifying it would be to be there? Maybe you’re not quite sure about the ongoing nuclear crisis in Japan, and could use a primer. There are videos for all of those questions and topics in this week’s YouTube roundup.
An adorable animation that describes the nuclear issue in Japan so clearly that a child could understand it (and that probably needs to be run on major news networks here in the US,) an amazing video from a driver’s dashboard camera as the tsunami comes up over the seawall next to his vehicle and engulfs him (he manages to escape,) a baby who is honestly terrified of his mother’s nose, and a video of some lady singing that no one really noticed until the Internet converged to make fun of her. Stay classy, Internet.
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Mar 20

Mini E field trial ends, for the 40 testers a search for a new car begins

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Mini E field trial ends, for the 40 testers a search for a new car begins

People who love a given car tend to keep that car for awhile, longer than they should sometimes, but that isn’t always an option. Sometimes you have to give it back, and such is the case for the 40 “pioneers” who were among the first to get their mitts on and bums in the electric prototype Mini E in the UK. That fleet of test vehicles has been summoned back home, but thankfully not to suffer the same fate of the recalled GM EV1 — most of which were crushed in the ’90s. Instead, most of these Minis will find new homes among corporate vehicle fleets, though the testing program itself is largely over. From that program BMW learned that most drivers got along just fine, despite a complete lack of public charging stations, though some said cold temps put a crimp on the driving habits — a possible counterpoint to one EV Mini tester on this side of the pond found. All that data is being used to tailor the upcoming BMW i3, which we’ve already seen hooning around in some rather frigid weather but won’t be seen hooning on public streets until 2013 or so.

Mini E field trial ends, for the 40 testers a search for a new car begins originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 20 Mar 2011 12:36:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Mar 20

WrapUp: Yahoo Briefcase is Closing, FeedDemon to Get Google Reader Syncing, and More

Posted in: Today's Chili, WrapUp

This article was written on February 02, 2009 by CyberNet.

Welcome to the WrapUp by CyberNet. This is a collection of news stories, downloads, and tips that we have collected over the last few days, but never got around to writing about. Don’t forget to send in your own tips, or just leave a comment on this page if you think you’ve got something we should include.

–News–

windows uac.jpgFlaw Found in Windows 7 UAC
Microsoft has responded to concerns about Vista’s annoying UAC prompts by adding a slider in Windows 7 that will let you choose how often you’d like to see prompts. Early reports indicate that it’s possible for a malicious script to completely disable UAC if the user chooses any UAC notification option other than the most strict one. So it’s basically pointless unless you use the same option that Vista uses by default.


gdrive.jpgFirst Descriptions of Google GDrive
Many people have been anxiously awaiting the day that Google unveils their online storage solution, and it might be coming sooner rather than later. Digging into a little code reveals some translated text that indicates a Google is working on a file storage service that will let you backup photos, music, and documents.


itunes plus.jpgiTunes Plus Available on a Per Track Basis
Apple has finally given in to the pressure. When iTunes Plus was originally released earlier this year users had to upgrade their entire library to DRM-free songs, but Apple has seen the light. They now let you upgrade only the songs or albums that you actually want.


feeddemon google reader.jpgFeedDemon to Support Google Reader Syncing
It’s quite possible that an upcoming version of FeedDemon will actually support syncing with Google Reader. This is surprising because the company who develops the software, Newsgator, already has their own online feed reader. The demand for Google Reader support must be pretty high.


offline gmail-1.jpgGmail Goes Offline
Google announced last week that Google Gears support has finally been added to Gmail, which means you can take your email offline making it accessible from anywhere.


iphone 221 update.jpgiPhone 2.2.1 Firmware Released
Apple released a minor firmware update that includes bug fixes and stability improvements for the iPhone and iPod Touch. This release conveniently breaks the software used to unlock the device, but I’m sure Apple didn’t intend to do that. ;)


ie8 logo.jpgInternet Explorer 8 RC1 Available
Microsoft has unleashed Internet Explorer 8 RC1, and after a week of using it as my primary browser I can honestly say that it’s pretty stable. I don’t think they’ve done enough to make me switch from Firefox, but I’m impressed that they’ve managed to get as far as they have.


yahoo briefcase.jpgYahoo Shutting Down Briefcase
Yahoo has offered a free service called Briefcase for almost 10 years now, and they are finally deciding to shut it down. It provided users with a whopping 30MB of online storage for files, and it’s obvious that the competition is stiff. After all, Microsoft’s SkyDrive now gives users 25GB of storage at absolutely no cost.

–Tips, Tutorials, and Reviews–

ubuntu pocket guide.jpgUbuntu Pocket Guide
This 164-page guide is designed to be a compact way for Ubuntu users to figure out their way around the operating system. It has all the vital information, and serves as the perfect reference for newcomers. It’s available for free in PDF form, or just $10 from Amazon.


firefox extensions.jpg4 Extensions to Search & Organize Firefox History
This article covers 4 different Firefox extensions that all focus on unique ways of searching and organizing your browser history. I’m sure most of the extensions you probably haven’t even heard of, but are definitely worth checking out.


chrome firefox.jpgGet Chrome’s New Tab Page in Firefox
In Google Chrome when you open a new tab you’re presented with several thumbnails of the sites you visit the most, along with recent bookmarks. You can now get the same feature in Firefox, but you’ll have to install the Google Toolbar add-on first.

–Downloads–

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Mar 20

Gates, Bosch, and NuVinci combine to make pedal-assist e-bike concept, not Voltron

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There’s those who want electric bikes that’ll hurtle you down the road at 40mph at the twist of the throttle, and there’s those who believe pedaling to be enjoyable enough, but would like a less strenuous bicycling experience. If you find yourself a member of column B, listen up, because Gates, NuVinci, and Bosch have created an e-bike concept that’ll satisfy your two-wheeled transportation needs. Gates supplied its Carbon electric belt drive, NuVinci brought its N360 infinitely variable planetary hub, and Bosch threw in a battery and control system to make a bicycle beauty. The power train is set up to give riders pedal-assist with four settings that go from Lance to lazy, depending on your mood. At an estimated cost of €2,600 – €3,200 ($3,680 – $4,530), you’ll need a bank account comparable to the seven-time champion of Le Tour should an OEM pick up the design.

Gates, Bosch, and NuVinci combine to make pedal-assist e-bike concept, not Voltron originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 20 Mar 2011 11:11:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Mar 20

Zu Soul: An American-made world-class speaker

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America is a world leader in high-end audio design: witness the Zu Soul.

Originally posted at The Audiophiliac

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Mar 20

Sneak peek at Archos Gen 9 tablets: 1.6 GHz dual-core A9 processor, 250GB HDD for €400 in June

Posted in: Android, archos, arm, dual-core, DualCore, honeycomb, Ifa2011, tablet, Today's Chili

Word on the street was Archos planned to give us a couple of new tablets at IFA this year, but it turns out the upscale Gen 9 hardware is coming a couple months prior to the September trade show. The new Honeycomb slates are set for a June 2011 release and pack a 1.6GHz ARM A9 dual-core chip (the prospect of which should get you spec-heads drooling), up to a 250GB HDD / 32GB SSD, and a patent-pending “disruptive 3G modem” — all for €400 (about $566). Archos’ fiendish plan is to steal some of the iPad 2’s thunder with its speedy processor and competitive price, but history tells us it’ll need more than “competitive” to truly yank any marketshare. Too bad the post-PC world can’t be bothered to care, right Steve?

Sneak peek at Archos Gen 9 tablets: 1.6 GHz dual-core A9 processor, 250GB HDD for €400 in June originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 20 Mar 2011 09:13:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Mar 20

Google Adds “Saved Locations” To Google Maps

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This article was written on August 04, 2006 by CyberNet.

Google Adds

If you frequently use Google maps like I do, you’ll appreciate the ‘Saved Locations’ link that has recently been added. Saved locations is such a convenient feature that other map services have used for quite a while, I’m surprised it took Google as long as it did to get it implemented. Regardless, it’s been added and works well.

A few things you should know: First, there’s a box you can check to enable auto-saving of locations. That means that every address you type into the search box will be automatically saved. I’d rather choose my saved addresses, so I’ll leave that box unchecked. Secondly, Google Complete has been integrated into this. For example, I have a label titled ‘home.’ As I begin typing H-O. it conveniently pulls up the address so that I can just hit enter and have the address filled in for me.

News Source: Google Operating System Blog

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Mar 20

INQ Cloud Touch gets priced in the UK, still MIA in the USA

Posted in: Android, cellphone, froyo, phone, Phones, Today's Chili

We’ve had an affinity for INQ’s Cloud Touch since we Poked and prodded the little device back in February, and now thanks to Carphone Warehouse we’ve got the all important pricetag to accompany the specs. Starting April 6, you’ll be able to pick up the Facebook-ified device in the UK completely SIM-free for £300, or about $486. Not a bad deal for a 3.5-inch Android 2.2 handset with a 5-megapixel shooter and a custom Facebook homescreen. Of course, it lacks the Facebook Buttons of HTC’s offerings, but if you simply can’t wait to be the first person on the block with a Facebook phone you should definitely give the Cloud Touch a peek.

INQ Cloud Touch gets priced in the UK, still MIA in the USA originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 20 Mar 2011 07:19:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Mar 20

Google Docs vs. Zoho…Who comes out on Top?

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This article was written on June 19, 2007 by CyberNet.

GoohoReadWriteWeb has put together a quick comparison of five different online office suites to see how they stack up to each other, and so I thought that I would give my take on Zoho vs. Google Docs & Spreadsheets. Google and Zoho have both been leaders in the online office suite arena, and each are great for different reasons.

First I’ll start with Zoho, which has a collection of services that is unmatched by any other online office suite. They’ve got everything from project managing, a presentation creator, spreadsheet capabilities, and word processing. Heck, that’s just a small list of what they offer. They tie everything together beautifully by letting you, for example, add a Zoho Sheet into your Zoho Notebook. When Zoho launches their mail client it will integrate almost everything which you can see in this interactive demo.

Zoho also offers a ton of features and configuration options that other online suites don’t have. An example of this can be seen in the Zoho Writer options where they let you choose which buttons are shown on the toolbar:

Zoho Buttons

So why would anyone want to use Google Docs? The name of course! Google Docs and Spreadsheets only has a fraction of the features that Zoho’s offerings have, but Google already has a large fan base because of their search engine. Google Docs users love the simple interface and the intuitive design that makes it so easy to use. Zoho gives you the feeling that you’re using Microsoft Office 2003, while Google didn’t try to take that route. Google Docs is more unique, and someone unfamiliar with Microsoft Office could probably pick up on using it faster than using Zoho.

The thing that Google is missing the most is strong integration between their products. Gmail should be the central hub for users to create documents, manage their notebook, read feeds, and do just about anything. It should take just a few clicks from within my Inbox to send off a document to someone in a format that I can choose (PDF, DOC, etc….).

To be honest Google greatly disappoints me when it comes to integration because they have some really great products and services available. I feel like a broken record talking about this, but Google announced last October that they were not going to be releasing new services for awhile because they wanted to start integrating their things together, yet we haven’t seen much indication of this going on. Just the fact that Gmail isn’t integrated with Picasa Web Albums still astonishes me.

So the winner between the two services (in my opinion) is Zoho, which is also what Donation Coder thought when they compared a few of the online word processors. If Google can begin integrating some of their services together with Gmail I would undoubtedly use them over anything else.

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