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While we’re still waiting for Sammy’s 14 megapixel, WiFi-enabled point-and-shoot to make its stateside appearance, it seems it won’t be lacking for software when it crosses the pond — this week, ubiquitous hotspot host Boingo announced that its service will be preinstalled on every new Samsung CL80 and ST5500, and the cameras will come with three free months of use. After that point, you’ll still be able to upload your pictures from Starbucks, never fear — you’ll just have to pay $8 monthly for the privilege. PR after the break.

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We’re still about a month away from OnLive dropping the green flag for American gamers who want to stream their games over the internets, but already the company is looking to colonize. It has reached an agreement with BT that sees the artist formerly known as British Telecom acquiring a 2.6 percent stake in exchange for exclusive rights to bundle the OnLive service with broadband packages. However, this startup doesn’t like to be tied down, so will still be offering its unique abilities on the side to anyone with a fat enough pipe — that’s download speeds, dig? OnLive isn’t saying exactly when its service will launch in the UK (or anywhere else in Europe, for that matter), just that the company is “completely focused” on the US release first. As well it should be; it has some mighty skeptical gamers to win over.

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Just in time for planting season, underwear maker Triumph salutes hardworking farmers with its transforming “rice paddy bra,” which turns into a small pot for rice seedlings.

It’s not everyday that renowned audio company Tivoli introduces a new product to its lineup, so yesterday was a major event. The company introduced the Model 10, a stunning desktop radio. The Model 10 combines the elegant, minimal styling that Tivoli is known for with the most attractive digital display the company has put out yet.

The Model 10 includes an AM/FM clock radio, an adjustable equalizer, two alarms, a sleep timer, and snooze control. It comes in a lineup of furniture grade woods and high-gloss finishes including walnut, cherry, ocean blue, midnight blue, and carmine red. For something special, check out the Model 10 in aluminum and anodized aluminum cases, specially created to mark Tivoli’s 10 year anniversary.

Besides the Model 10, Tivoli also introduced it’s own iPod/iPhone audio dock, called The Connector. It can be used to add iPod/iPhone input to any radio, although its wood finishes match the Tivoli cases. The Model 10 will be available this summer for a list price of $199. Look for the Connector at the same time for $125.

Sprint will require any user that purchases an HTC Evo 4G to pay $10 extra a month for 4G access–whether or not you live in a 4G-enabled city. A single user with the Everything Data plan for 3G-enabled phones runs $70 a month, so with the additional $10 that comes to $80-per-month minimum. There will be no data cap for plan. Comparably, the minimum plan (including 450 minutes and unlimited texting and data) for an Apple iPhone 3GS on AT&T or an HTC Droid Incredible on Verizon Wireless is $90.

Another great feature–the ability to use the phone as a wireless hotspot–will cost $30 per month. Sprint execs have pointed out that this is less than a dedicated broadband line and could potentially replace one.

The Evo 4G will cost $299.99 with a $100 mail-in rebate. Customers can also get the phone for $450 off-contract. As of today, Best Buy and RadioShack are accepting pre-orders for the phone. RadioShack is offering a free $20 accessories gift card with a $50 pre-order reservations of the Evo 4G.