May 20
Ten One Design’s thumb-rockin’ game controller is available for your FPS and RPG titles for $19.95.
May 20
Windows Phone 7-style music player for Android arrives from the developer of LauncherPro
Posted in: Android, app, hands-on, honeycomb, MP3, Music, Today's Chili, video, windows phone 7, WindowsPhone7, Wp7, zune
Any Android fans that envied Windows Phone 7’s Metro UI style can have it for their media player (the WP7 launcher has been emulated before, try Launcher 7 in the Market), thanks to this app released by the developer of the popular LauncherPro homescreen replacement. As seen in the video above next to a real WP7 device, the look and functionality of the Zune player is present in a remarkably full featured interface despite its early alpha status, complete with features like scrobbling and playlists. The only thing it’s really lacking so far is a name, and obviously any Zune software integration; while we wait to see if Microsoft has any reaction to this homage you can sideload the APK yourself from the source link.
Update: If you want to see the same app running on Honeycomb (and looking amazing) check out a screenshot after the break. [Thanks @Basil_Knows!]
Windows Phone 7-style music player for Android arrives from the developer of LauncherPro originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 20 May 2011 13:21:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
May 20
4G netbook onslaught imminent as Verizon clears Novatel LTE radio to run on its network
Posted in: 4G, cdma, hspa, motorola xoom, MotorolaXoom, Today's Chili, verizon, Verizon Wireless, VerizonWireless, vzw, xoom
Xoom owners might still be waiting for an LTE upgrade, but it does look like 4G netbooks and tablets could be hitting Verizon’s network pretty soon. The carrier, known for its stringent testing standards, has cleared Novatel Wireless’ E362 module to run on its network, paving the way for devices with embedded 4G radios. In addition to LTE, the module is compatible with CDMA and HSPA+ / UMTS technology — a safety net for people outside the 55 markets (soon to be 147) where Verizon is serving up 4G service. Okay, so with no word on pricing or product launches, an onslaught isn’t exactly imminent, but when it happens we’ll try not to say “told you so.”
4G netbook onslaught imminent as Verizon clears Novatel LTE radio to run on its network originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 20 May 2011 12:58:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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May 20
3M announces Cloud Library e-book lending service for ’21st century’ libraries
Posted in: Android, android tablet, AndroidTablet, app, e reader, e-book, e-books, e-readers, ipad, nook, Today's Chili
Both Amazon and Sony have already hopped aboard the e-book library lending train and now, it looks like they’ll have to make room for 3M, as well. Yesterday, the company announced a new Cloud Library e-book lending service that will allow users to browse and borrow digital books directly from their iPads, Nooks and Android-based tablets. Under the program, 3M will outfit local libraries with its own software, hardware and e-book collection, which bibliophiles will be able to access via special apps, or 3M’s new eReaders, which will be synced with available digital content. The company is also planning to install so-called Discovery Terminal download stations in libraries, allowing visitors to leaf through the collection from a touch-based interface. Thus far, both Random House and IPG have signed on to the initiative, though licensing details remain murky. There’s also no word on when or where the service will launch, but 3M’s Discovery Terminal and iPad app will be on display next month in New Orleans, at the American Library Association’s Annual Conference. Full presser after the break.
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May 20
HTC’s first attempt at an Android tablet arrives with a $500 price tag in a few short days. Will the custom user experience and optional stylus be enough to attract buyers?
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May 20
Modu, which is now defunct, made small mobile phones that could placed into cases to add more functionality to the respective platform.
Originally posted at The Digital Home
May 20
Engadget Podcast 240 – 05.20.2011
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The world: it’s always changing. The technology world [a subset of the world]: it’s also always changing. From the Beginnings department: The PlayStation Network is reborn in most nations, the Thinkpad X1, HTC Flyer, and Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 are baptized with official Engadget Reviews, an Android security flaw worms its way into our consciousness, and Kansas City is officially added to the official “fast places to surf the net” list. From the On their way out, in one way or another Department are the Space Shuttle and Nokia’s Ovi label. Which one is most/least important to you? Help form your opinion with the help of Tim, Brian, and Dana. Your secrets are safe with us.
Host: Tim Stevens
Guests: Brian Heater, Dana Wollman
Producer: Trent Wolbe
Music: Bulletproof
04:08 – Lenovo ThinkPad X1 review
11:09 – PlayStation Network restoration spreads across the world (update)
13:09 – Japan won’t allow Sony to turn PSN back on until it’s assured it’s safe
14:00 – PSN logins exploited again, Sony takes pages offline
15:37 – Sony’s ‘Welcome Back’ campaign apologizes to distraught PSN users with free games, good vibes
19:08 – Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 Limited Edition review
28:03 – HTC Flyer review
35:21 – Google confirms Android security issue, server-side fix rolling out today
38:43 – HP Veer 4G review
43:20 – Samsung’s foldable AMOLED display: no creases, even after 100,000 tries
50:50 – Google adds Kansas City, MO to list of Kansas Cities covered by ultra high-speed internet (video)
52:42 – Space Shuttle Endeavour lifts off one last time (video)
54:02 – Apple proposing smaller SIM standard?
54:37 – Study finds Netflix is the largest source of internet traffic in North America
55:50 – Next-gen Porsche 911 getting hybrid transmission system?
57:09 – Nokia slams door on Ovi label, rebranding everything to Nokia Services
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Engadget Podcast 240 – 05.20.2011 originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 20 May 2011 12:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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May 20
Let’s Punk the Rapture
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A lot of people think the Rapture is coming May 21. It’s not. But assuming your pets are okay, here’s a prank we’d like you to pull. We call it Rapture Bombing. More »
May 20
CNET reviews the Denon AVR-1912, giving it the Editors’ Choice Award in the midrange AV receiver category for its built-in AirPlay, outstanding sound quality, and six HDMI inputs.
May 20
Explosion at Foxconn’s Chengdu plant kills two
Posted in: Apple, industry, ios, ipad, ipad 2, Ipad2, slate, tablet, Today's Chili, video
An explosion occurred at Foxconn’s Chengdu plant earlier today, with reports claiming several workers have been injured. The Taiwanese company has yet to release a statement regarding figures and the cause of this tragedy, but according to 21st Century Business Herald, witnesses saw lightning hit the A05 building before the explosion took place — it is believed that this is a case of dust explosion, and security guards were allegedly warning evacuees that the smoke was toxic. At the time, hundreds of workers were present in the affected workshop which houses an iPad 2 assembly line. Our thoughts are with the victims and their families.
Update: Sina Tech is reporting two deaths and sixteen injured people, with three in critical condition. We’ve also added a video from the scene after the break, courtesy of Sohu.
Update 2: Apple has provided a statement to All Things D, saying:
We are deeply saddened by the tragedy at Foxconn’s plant in Chengdu, and our hearts go out to the victims and their families… We are working closely with Foxconn to understand what caused this terrible event.
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Explosion at Foxconn’s Chengdu plant kills two originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 20 May 2011 11:29:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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