2013 BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe makes its debut

Better late than never, right. We're now on the second generation of the Mercedes-Benz CLS, the luxury sedan that kicked off the whole "four-door coupe" craze. Since then, Volkswagen countered with the CC, Porsche launched the Panamera, and Audi won us over with its A7.

Autoblog, 2013 BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe makes its debut

Xbox Live Gold going free all weekend long

Microsoft this week pushed its big Xbox Live Dashboard update out the door, launched an iOS app and its companion app for Windows Phone 7 users. As if that weren't enough, the company is polishing off the week with a spot of free Xbox Live Gold. This means all Xbox users will soon be able to enjoy all of the perks usually reserved for Gold members. Of course, while it's nice to think that Microsoft is just feeling generous this season, the company's free weekend will likely inspire some people to sign up for Gold come Monday, when their two free days run out.

2DayBlog.com, Xbox Live Gold going free all weekend long

New Trailer for “Frontline Commando” by Glu Mobile – Coming Soon To Android

After releasing a teaser trailer yesterday, Glu Mobile is finally ready to show off some gameplay footage for their upcoming shooter Frontline Commando. The game is a 3rd person, over the shoulder, duck-and-shoot similar to titles like Gears of War or Shadowgun. Following the typical action genre storyline, you take control of of a nameless soldier hell-bent on payback (and not with his barber for his terrible haircut).




Android Phone, New Trailer for “Frontline Commando” by Glu Mobile â€" Coming Soon To Android

AT&T CEO says blocking T-Mobile merger will increase wireless prices

. AT&T chief executive officer Randall Stephenson recently said in a Captains of Industry interview with Bloomberg that blocking his company's proposed $39 billion acquisition of T-Mobile USA will increase wireless prices for consumers. Stephenson explained that AT&T needs T-Mobile in order to expand its already strained network capacity, and that Congress doesn't understand wireless policy. ”Regulators can't keep up with the changes in the industry,” Stephenson said.

Boy Genius Report, AT&T CEO says blocking T-Mobile merger will increase wireless prices

Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 Will Hit Australian Market Soon

Those who living in Australia will able to get the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 as the company has announced the release for the “kangaroo continent” after the Australian court lifted the ban for this Samsung's Android 3.1-powered tablet. The device will be available before Christmas, where they have an opt to choose the 16GB Wi-Fi-only and 16GB 3G with a price tag of AU$579 and AU$729, respectively.

Today Gadgets, Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 Will Hit Australian Market Soon

Macro Cell Lens Band – Stretches the Imagination

Photojojo stretches the capability of your camera phone with the Macro Cell Lens Band .  The simple sturdy band with built-in macro lens works with any mobile phone.  When not in use it can be worn around the wrist for instant access.  Maybe they'll release a tele- and wide-angle as well.

The Gadgeteer, Macro Cell Lens Band â€" Stretches the Imagination

Analyst predicts iPad 3 to be released in February 2012

Looking forward to Apple's next-gen iPad. If you are, according to a Citi Group analyst, Richard Gardner, his sources have told him that Apple has plans to release the successor to the iPad 2 some time in February of 2012, a good month earlier than they had originally released their iPad 2. The iPad 3 has also been said to feature a resolution that will doubt that of the iPad 2. This appears to break Apple's schedule of a yearly product refresh, but then again with Apple's trademark secrecy, it's really quite hard to tell what their plans are until the company actually comes forward with the information themselves.

Ubergizmo, Analyst predicts iPad 3 to be released in February 2012

Razer Blade Gaming Laptop Available for Pre-Order

Gaming blog Kotaku reports that a high-end gaming laptop will be available for pre-order in a few days, which will possibly arrive at your home by Christmas. The Blade laptop by Razer is a high-performance gaming computer crammed in an aluminum body that is less than an inch thick. It features a 2.8GHz Intel Core i7, 8GB of RAM, a 2GB NVIDIA GeForce GT 555M video card, and a 17-inch LED-backlit screen. Since the Blade is optimized for gaming, it comes with 10 context-sensitive touch keys located at the right of the keyboard, whose functions change depending on the game being played.

Gadget.com, Razer Blade Gaming Laptop Available for Pre-Order

Nokia Siemens promises better TD-LTE and CDMA coverage, no alarms or surprises

So, Nokia Siemens Networks wasn't fibbing when it said it would re-focus its efforts on mobile broadband. It's just announced a 'six pipe' radio head upgrade for time division LTE (TD-LTE) base stations that can boost capacity by 80 percent and coverage by 40 percent compared to a traditional three-sector site. Alternatively, the same replacement can be used to reduce a station's running costs, by allowing it to cover three sectors using a single radio head. As far as we're concerned, anything that recalls OK Computer is a good thing, but if it speeds up carriers' shift to LTE then it's even better.

Engadget, Nokia Siemens promises better TD-LTE and CDMA coverage, no alarms or surprises

Twitter gets a new look: faster, simpler, cleaner

Are you someone who has yet to jump on the Twitter bandwagon because it's just too darn complicated to use. Well, the time to spread your tweeting wings has come, because the service has just done a redesign of its web portal and mobile apps around four new tabs - "Home", "Connect", "Discover" and "Me" - that make for a less complicated and more streamlined experience (sound familiar?). Twitter's new threads will be rolling out universally over the next few weeks, though the Android and iPhone apps have already been refreshed.

Engadget, Twitter gets a new look: faster, simpler, cleaner

Ford denies starting search for Mulally successor

There's little question that bringing Alan Mulally on board at Ford was the smartest move the company made in decades, nor is there much debate that credit for the company's salvation is largely due to his office. But could his number be up. Having joined Ford in 2006 as an outsider from aerospace giant Boeing, Mulally (pictured above, left) has been on the job for over five years now. And while he's showing no signs of slowing down, sources indicate he is unlikely to stay on the job beyond another year or two.

The question, then, is who might replace him.

Autoblog, Ford denies starting search for Mulally successor

eBay Find of the Day: 1965 Mercedes-Benz 220SE Convertible from The Hangover

Of the many painful moments in The Hangover, watching the cadre of best men destroy a beautiful 1965 Mercedes-Benz 220SE Convertible over the course of the film was perhaps the worst. Between Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms and Zach Galifianakis bouncing the vehicle off of traffic and the sides of a concrete tunnel and allowing a live tiger to chew on the upholstery, this classic piece of German engineering suffered greatly at the hands of the movie's script. But this is Hollywood, where nothing is as it seems.

Autoblog, eBay Find of the Day: 1965 Mercedes-Benz 220SE Convertible from The Hangover

TDP fulfils customers’ EDI requirements through Wesupply

08 December 2011 - TDP, a leading landscape fabric supplier moved to Wesupply’s OneTime® EDI solution to consolidate their EDI onto one platform, cut their Van fees and benefit from a fixed annual price. Going live within the deadlines set, the company now has a fully-managed electronic trading service for the real-time exchange of orders and invoices with its customers – improving customer collaboration and supply chain visibility.TDP required a replacement to their incumbent EDI solution, following the implementation of a new CRM system.

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gadgetsngadgets, TDP fulfils customers’ EDI requirements through Wesupply

Top Gear spotted testing China's latest

The Top Gear crew has been spotted filming in China. James May and Jeremy Clarkson have caused a stir in Beijing as they take to the wheel in the newest vehicles available from Chinese automakers. Judging from the photos that have surfaced so far, it looks like the intrepid duo spent some time in exquisite pieces of engineering like the JAC Binyue and the Greatwall Haval M2, while also taking a look at some of the country's vehicles that infringe on the copyrights of pay tribute to cars manufactured around the globe.

2DayBlog.com, Top Gear spotted testing China's latest

T-Mobile and Nokia holding special event on December 14th, Windows Phone possible

. T-Mobile and Nokia announced a special press event that will be held on December 14th at 7:00 p.m. The event could result in the first carrier launch of a Nokia Windows Phone in the United States, and early rumors have suggested it might be a version of the Nokia Lumia 710 that launched in Europe a few weeks ago. It's all speculation for now, but it looks like we're going to get our first taste of Nokia's plans for the U.S. a little bit earlier than expected.

Boy Genius Report, T-Mobile and Nokia holding special event on December 14th, Windows Phone possible

Apple Job Postings Hint at Upcoming Siri Development

Siri, will you change the channel for me. Image: Todd Treece. Two new Apple job postings suggest new development paths for Siri, Apple's virtual digital assistant. Siri's UI could be getting a makeover, and Apple could be working on an API to foster greater third-party integration.

Apple blog 9to5Mac discovered the new job postings. One is for an iOS Software Engineer, while the other for a Senior iOS Software Engineer.

Gadget Lab, Apple Job Postings Hint at Upcoming Siri Development

PowerSkin Gaming Skin extends your gaming sessions

Don't you hate it when you're playing games on your iPhone and you run out of battery to make or receive phone calls. You could always play right next to a power socket and keep your iPhone plugged in - but what if you're not at home. That's where PowerSkin's Gaming Skin for iOS comes in. This case for your iPhone (and iPod touch) gives you an additional battery to help your gaming sessions with your iOS devices last longer. In addition to giving your devices extra juice, the Gaming Skin protects them from the accidental bumps and scratches that you might encounter during your heated gaming sessions.

Ubergizmo, PowerSkin Gaming Skin extends your gaming sessions

Rogers Galaxy SII LTE Price Drops Continue, Starbucks Does $110m in Mobile App Revenue & Teen Sexting Not as Common as Once Thought

How to Find Out if Carrier IQ is Installed on Your Phone in One Tap. Carrier IQ software is installed by carriers in an effort to "collect enough information to understand the customer experience with devices on our network and how to devise solutions to use and connection problems," according to Carrier IQ's website. The software logs a tremendous amount of sensitive data however, and it gives carriers access to all or most of it. BGR.

Cell Phones Ca, Rogers Galaxy SII LTE Price Drops Continue, Starbucks Does $110m in Mobile App Revenue & Teen Sexting Not as Common as Once Thought

BenQ unveils W7000 3D home cinema projector

Looking for a home cinema project capable of 3D projection. Well if you happen to be in a market for such a projector, the good news is that BenQ may have something in store for you in the form of the W7000, which is apparently the first projector in the world to be accredited with the TUV Rheinland 3D Full HD Certification. The W7000 is powered by DLP Link and is said to be able to deliver crosstalk free 1080p Full HD 3D images to both eyes while sporting a contrast ratio of 50000:1.

Ubergizmo, BenQ unveils W7000 3D home cinema projector

Verizon CEO says shared data plans could land next year; significant Isis roll-out by end of 2012

. Speaking during a recent UBS conference in New York City, Verizon Communications CEO Lowell McAdam said that Verizon Wireless may rollout shared data plans next year. Currently, a family of five must have a different data plan for each member of the household; however, the new plans could potentially allow all five family members to share a pool of data, much like a family would share voice minutes. The same benefits could apply to a single customer who has separate data plans for a tablet, a smartphone and a USB modem. “I think in 2012 we will see it,” McAdam said. “We have been working on this for a couple of years.

Boy Genius Report, Verizon CEO says shared data plans could land next year; significant Isis roll-out by end of 2012

Kenwood upgrade its compact K-Series compact Hi-Fi with USB and PC Support

The cute yet powerful K-Series compact Hi-Fi from Kenwood has been introduced this morning in Japan in yet another version the R-K731. This compact all in one wonder comes with the usual CD, Radio and Digital Output and Input audio but comes today with the support of not only all version of iPod, iPhone and iPads via USB but also with direct PC Audio support via USB as well as being capable to handles MP3, WMA, AAC, WAV files stored on a USB stick of stored on any common DAPs.



Akihabara News, Kenwood upgrade its compact K-Series compact Hi-Fi with USB and PC Support

iLaunch Thunder lets you fire Nerf missiles with your iPhone

If shooting missiles in games on your iOS device isn't realistic enough for you, you might want to take the next level an start firing real projectiles instead. So this is where the iLaunch Thunder comes in. Paring up with your iPhone (or any other iOS device) over Bluetooth, this missile launcher lets you control where to aim and where to fire using a simple app. The iLaunch Thunder features a range of up to 25 feet, so if you're careful you can have some fun in the workplace without being caught. However, it only packs 4 missiles, so you'll need to reload quite often if you're trigger-happy.



Ubergizmo, iLaunch Thunder lets you fire Nerf missiles with your iPhone

Intel and Micron Make World's First 128Gb Flash Chip

This tiny chip can hold 128GB of your terrible party photos. Intel and Micron have come up with a 128Gb (gigabit) NAND flash memory chip. These tiny, tiny chips–built using a 20 nanometer process–fit together onto a cellphone-ready flash chip to provide up to 128GB of storage on a device the size of your pinkie-nail.

Gadget Lab, Intel and Micron Make World's First 128Gb Flash Chip

Canon Rebel T4i DSLR

Word has it that Canon will launch the Rebel T4i DSLR in the near future. This camera features a superb 24-megapixel APS-C sensor and the IGIC 5 image processor. Stay tuned for more updates.

TechFresh

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gadgetsblog, Canon Rebel T4i DSLR

Sony Ericsson Xperia Active Hits US

Sony Ericsson's latest Android smartphone ‘Xperia Active' has finally hit the US market. The handset is now available for purchase in the US via Newegg for $339.99 unlocked. This waterproof and dustproof smartphone offers a 3.0-inch 480 x 320 capacitive touchscreen display, a 1GHz single-core processor, a 512MB RAM, a 1GB of internal memory, a microSD card slot (up to 32GB), a 5.0MP camera with 720p HD video recording, WiFi, Bluetooth 2.1, GPS, 3G (only on AT&T), a 1200mAh battery and runs on Android 2.3 Gingerbread OS.

TechFresh, Sony Ericsson Xperia Active Hits US

Meizu MX Smartphone

The Meizu MX Android smartphone has a powerful specification such as a 1.4GHz dual-core processor with a 1GB of RAM, a 16GB of internal storage, a 4-inch (960 x 640) ASV display, an 8-megapixel rear-facing camera with 1080p HD recording, a 0.3-megapixel front-facing camera for video calls and HSPA+ support. The smartphone is equipped with the Flyme OS, which is Meizu's heavily customized Android 2.3.5. The Meizu MX smartphone will be released in China on January 1st, 2012 for 2,999 Yuan ($470).

TechFresh, Meizu MX Smartphone

AT&T Ranks Last in Consumer Reports Customer Survey — Again

AT&T scored low with consumers when it comes to cellular service satisfaction this year. Photo: Jon Snyder/Wired.com. In Consumer Reports' most recent survey of wireless customers, AT&T once again came in at the bottom of carrier rankings. AT&T also scored last in Consumer Reports' 2010 survey, while Sprint took the bottom spot in 2009.

The annual customer satisfaction survey, which polls 66,000 Consumer Reports subscribers, found that for 2011, consumers are most happy with Consumer Cellular, U.S. Cellular and Credo — three carriers with relatively scant name recognition nationwide.

Of the four most popular U.S.

Gadget Lab, AT&T Ranks Last in Consumer Reports Customer Survey â€" Again

Happy Holidroid Contest: Secret Phrase Challenge

If you’re unsure what this whole "Holidroid Contest" thing is all about, be prepared to get excited. From November 24th through December 25th, Phandroid is giving away a Kindle Fire every single day along with other great prizes like the Galaxy Nexus Galaxy Tabs, JAMBOX, SmarTouch Gloves, Android Phones, Android T-Shirts, Seidio Vouchers and more. Read our announcement post for details. Yesterday’s Winner.
Congratulations to yesterday's winner, Lee, who was asked to answer a trivia question.






Android Phone, Happy Holidroid Contest: Secret Phrase Challenge

Verizon: We Aren't Blocking Google Wallet, it's a Security thing

Verizon has issued a statement to lend some clarity to the recent Google Wallet drama that has many soon-to-be owners of the Samsung Galaxy Nexus all worked up. In Verizon’s own words, “[the carrier] does not block applications.” The reasoning for Google Wallet’s absence from the Galaxy Nexus is the security concerns that arise from the “new, secure and proprietary hardware element” that would be necessary for Google Wallet to be implemented. Here is the full statement. Take from it what you will:.

Android Phone, Verizon: We Aren't Blocking Google Wallet, it's a Security thing

7″ Toshiba Thrive tablet now available

Toshiba unveiled its 7" Thrive tablet several months back. The tablet was expected to be made available come November 2011 but it appears that Toshiba has missed their mark although not by much. For those who may have thought about picking up the 7" Thrive tablet, the good news is that it is now available although it does not appear to be available via major retailers such as Best Buy and Amazon. However if you are interested in picking one up for yourself, it is available from eCost for $467.99, CostCentral (currently out of stock) for $428, and Applied Computer for $441.

Ubergizmo, 7″ Toshiba Thrive tablet now available

Hipstamatic could unveil new iPhone photography app next week

If you own the iPhone or an iOS device, you're probably familiar with photography apps such as Hipstamatic and Instagram, both of which have helped to launch the iPhone as a legit and serious photo taking device that could possibly replace the need for a point and shoot camera. The good news for fans of the Hipstamatic app is that it seems the company has an event planned for the 13th of December. It's not known what the company has planned this time round, although there were hints that the company could be looking to launch a new app altogether, with the tag line on the invite reading "Making analog digital…again".

Ubergizmo, Hipstamatic could unveil new iPhone photography app next week

Downcast Adds iCloud Sync to Already Great Podcast App

With iCloud, all your podcasts stay in sync, wherever you listen to them. iOS podcast app Downcast has just gotten an update to v2.5. Amongst a slew of tweaks and fixes comes one big new feature: iCloud sync.
There are generally two ways to listen to podcasts: Have iTunes download them and sync them to your iDevice, or use an app to download direct to your iPad, iPhone or iPod.

Gadget Lab, Downcast Adds iCloud Sync to Already Great Podcast App

Toshiba, Samsung and Lenovo leading Windows on ARM

Microsoft has reportedly instructed Nvidia, Qualcomm and Texas Instruments — the three major ARM-based SoC manufacturers — to pick two tablet/notebooks partners for developing Windows on ARM projects. These partners will consist of one major partner and one minor partner, the latter investing less on technical resources than the former. According to unnamed sources from the upstream supply chain, Nvidia has chosen Lenovo as its Windows on ARM primary partner and Acer as its secondary partner while leaving Asus — the largest client of Nvidia's Tegra series during 2011 — out in the cold.

2DayBlog.com, Toshiba, Samsung and Lenovo leading Windows on ARM

eSleeper combines cats, Arduino and Twitter in an eMac shell for your cat Apple

If we had to imagine our dream DIY project chances are it would involve Arduino, Twitter and, of course, cats. How we'd combine those things we're not sure, but we'll admit to being big fans of Samuel Cox's eSleeper, which turns a hollowed-out eMac into a bed for his feline. Inside the shell is an Arduino Ethernet connected to an IR sensor, some LEDs and a sound shield. When the cat breaks the infrared beam it triggers the iconic Mac chime and turns on a series color-shifting LEDs for a little mood lighting. From there the clock starts ticking.

2DayBlog.com, eSleeper combines cats, Arduino and Twitter in an eMac shell for your cat Apple

Chinese Motorola XT928 gets hands-on: less RAZR, more double-edged sword

China's own Motorola RAZRs have arrived, and have plenty to differentiate themselves from the Verizon-coated version available in the US. Thankfully, our colleagues over at Engadget Chinese have managed to get some intimate hands-on time with the dual-SIM capable XT928. Whether it's the upgraded 13 megapixel camera, or the 4.5-inch HD display crammed inside, this Motorola mobile arrives slightly chunkier than the RAZR we're used to. In fact, it looks more like a distant cousin than a simple variant. A not-particularly tapered backing is now removable, giving access to the two SIM card slots.


Engadget, Chinese Motorola XT928 gets hands-on: less RAZR, more double-edged sword

Pioneer Computers DreamBook UltraSlim U14 Ultrabook

Pioneer Computers Australia is offering you their newest ultrabook, the DreamBook UltraSlim U14. Measuring only 21mm thick and weighing just 1.5kg, this ultraportable laptop is packed with a 14-inch 1366 x 768 display, a 1.4GHz Intel Core i3-2367M processor, an Intel integrated graphics, a 2GB RAM, a 320GB hard drive, a 1.3MP webcam, a 4-in-1 card reader, WiFi, Bluetooth, an HDMI port, an 8000mAh battery and runs on Windows 7 OS (Standard Configuration). The DreamBook UltraSlim U14 sells for $699.

TechFresh, Pioneer Computers DreamBook UltraSlim U14 Ultrabook

Cowon announces CE-based R7 media tablet, earns a few perplexed stares

Cowon makes some pretty slick looking Android PMPs, as well as some more underwhelming devices running Windows CE. The latest in the latter category is the R7 - a 7-inch media player that's being billed as "full HD" (a claim that makes Cowon full of something else). Despite being the size of a small tablet the R7 display is only 800 x 480, though, it will output 1080p over HDMI. While the low-res screen and aging CE 6.0 OS are nothing to get excited about, there are some positives: epic battery life and support for an absurd number of formats and codecs.

Engadget, Cowon announces CE-based R7 media tablet, earns a few perplexed stares

Hyperkin SupaBoy SNES Handheld

The Hyperkin SupaBoy SNES Handheld is now available for purchase. Priced at $79.99, the SupaBoy will play original SNES cartridges on a built-in 3.5-inch LCD screen. Measuring 8.5-inch x 4-inch x 1.5-inch, the gadget has a D-pad, face buttons, as well as right and left shoulder buttons. There are also two front loading ports that are compatible with full-size SNES controllers and video/audio out, allowing up to two players to play the SupaBoy on a bigger screen.

TechFresh, Hyperkin SupaBoy SNES Handheld

Fiat 500 Abarth visits Jay Leno's Garage

Joe Grace, Fiat Vehicle Line Executive, swung by Jay Leno's garage with the brand's new 500 Abarth for a little history lesson and a quick walk around. Here in the States, it's easy to forget that Karl Abarth, the man behind the Fiat tuning division, was as driven as they come when pushing the performance envelope. Abarth got his start racing motorcycles before turning his eye to four-wheeled prototypes and aftermarket performance, and his list of lifelong achievements is as lengthy as it is varied. Abarth was our kind of guy.

Autoblog, Fiat 500 Abarth visits Jay Leno's Garage

Philips Xenium X623 Dual SIM Phone

Philips is gearing up to drop another dual SIM phone in Russia called the Xenium X623. Coming in a candybar form factor, the handset sports a 2.4-inch 240 x 320 display, a microSD card slot (up to 32GB), dual SIM card slots, a 5.0MP camera, an FM radio with RDS, WiFi, Bluetooth 2.1, a USB port and a 2000mAh battery (up to 23 hours of talk time or up to 50 days in standby). The Xenium X623 will become available this month for 6000 Rubles (about $194).

TechFresh, Philips Xenium X623 Dual SIM Phone

Nokia Asha 300 Touch And Type

Nokia India has released the Asha 300 Touch and Type. Powered by the S40 OS, the 3G handset is powered by a 1Ghz processor with a 2.4-inch resistive touchscreen display and a 5MP digital camera with video recording at 25fps. Other specs include a Stereo FM radio, an MP3 player, an upgraded Nokia Browser gives you swipe access to apps, music or games from the Nokia Store. The Nokia Asha 300 Touch and Type comes with a 1,110mAh battery that provides up to 7-hour of talk time and up to 550-hour of standby time. Available in graphite, night Shade, gold, white silver, pink and red, the Nokia Asha 300 Touch and Type is priced at Rs.7,409 ($144).

TechFresh, Nokia Asha 300 Touch And Type

Traxxas XO-1 Electric RC Supercar

Remote controlled cars are always quite interesting gifts for the young and the young at heart. There are also RC cars that appeal to the serious enthusiasts that buy them to race them in specially built in race courses with other RC enthusiasts. It may be for the latter group that this unique Traxxas XO-1 Electric RC Supercar might become appealing. The Traxxas XO-1 Electric RC Supercar looks beautiful enough as a sportscar model to ogle at. But it is what it can do that makes it even more appealing. This RC sportscar can travel at a top speed of 100 mph. it can also go from 0 to 60 mph in just 2.3 seconds.

Gadget.com, Traxxas XO-1 Electric RC Supercar