Bodum Bistro Coffee Maker

Many people can be quite choosy about their cup of coffee in the morning. Most would want to have bitter coffee to greet them in the morning. But that is just what those common drip coffee makers tend to offer. The beverage tends to become bitter and not necessarily the cup of brew that one would like to drink. That is what the new Bodum Bistro Drip Coffee Maker aims to change.

The Bodum Bistro Coffee Maker takes on modifying some of the features that makes most of such coffee makers end up making bad coffee.

Gadget.com, Bodum Bistro Coffee Maker

Sony Google TV update rolling out, if you want to root your time is now

Looking to get some unblocked Hulu or other Flash streaming action on your Sony Google TV hardware. It may be in your best interest to grab the cracked software right away The folks at GTVHacker warned an update blocking the security hole exploited by their downgrader tool would be on the way, and now it has appeared, sporting an ambiguous "operating system stability" reason for existing.

Engadget

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Smartphones spread out: Pew says 46 percent of US adults now own one

Our master plan is slowly working, and soon every man and woman in our great nation will own a smartphone. Pew Research Center reports that just under half of adult Americans, or 46 percent, own smartphones currently, meaning that smartphone owners now outnumber their feature phone counterparts by five percent. Pew polled multiple demographics to get its numbers, and there was growth across the board over the last nine months. Of particular interest is the rise in ownership in the study's lowest income demographic - under $30,000 a year - which spiked 12 percent to 34 percent.

Engadget

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gadgeter, Smartphones spread out: Pew says 46 percent of US adults now own one

Microsoft posts detailed system requirements for Windows 8

Do you have what it takes to run Windows 8. Yeah, you probably do. Before anyone jumps right in, it's a good idea to check out not only the system requirements, but the system recommendations. Microsoft detailed these in today's B8 blog post.
Essentially, those who are running a PC with a Windows 7 logo sticker on it will be cleared for takeoff for Windows 8.

2DayBlog.com, Microsoft posts detailed system requirements for Windows 8

GM shutting down Chevy Volt production for five weeks

Even with the new HOV-eligible 2012 Chevrolet Volt models heading to California and sales up in February, General Motors has reportedly decided to shut down production of the plug-in hybrid for five weeks because of overall sluggish sales.

Autoblog, GM shutting down Chevy Volt production for five weeks

Samsung Series 7 NP700Z7C-S01US Laptop With Intel Ivy Bridge CPU

Samsung today introduced the Series 7 NP700Z7C-S01US laptop with an Intel “Ivy Bridge” processor. The 17.3-inch laptop features a 2.3GHz Intel Core i7-3615QM quad-core CPU with the Intel Turbo Boost technology, an 8GB of DDR3 SDRAM, a 1TB SATA hard disk drive, a full HD LED-backlit display with a 1366 x 768 pixel resolution, an Intel HD Graphics 3000, a SuperMulti DVD±R/RW drive, Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n, a multi card slot (SD, SDHC, SDXC, MMC) and a 1.3MP HD webcam. The Samsung Series 7 NP700Z7C-S01US is priced at $1,499.99.

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Samsung's Galaxy S II named best smartphone in the world, and Samsung is just getting started

. This year's Mobile World Congress is now behind us. And it was quite a show. Android phones got a bump to four cores, camera phones got a bump to 41 megapixels, and reporters and bloggers were run ragged as the wireless industry gave us a glimpse at the stars of their respective portfolios for the first half of 2012. The highlight of the show for us was definitely Microsoft taking the wraps off its Windows 8 Consumer Preview, and our favorite smartphones introduced at the show were HTC's ultra-sleek One X and its ultra-slim One S.

Boy Genius Report, Samsung's Galaxy S II named best smartphone in the world, and Samsung is just getting started

Nokia Lumia 900 available for pre-order in the UK

UK retailer Clove has gotten official word from Nokia about the price of the Nokia Lumia 900 and they've put it up for pre-order. The 900 was first unveiled for AT&T but the global version of the phone was announced just a few days ago at the MWC. The global Lumia 900 is pretty much the same handset as the AT&T version, with the notable exclusion of LTE. You still get a 4.3" ClearBlack AMOLED screen, 8MP camera with 720p video and 16GB of storage all encased in a polycarbonate unibody.

Anyway, the Nokia Lumia 900 is available for pre-order from Clove for £530 (€635, $845).

GSM Arena, Nokia Lumia 900 available for pre-order in the UK

Assassin's Creed 3 is official, will be set in the American Revolution

The Assassin's Creed's Facebook page, owned by Ubisoft has published three images that looks like boxart for Assassin's Creed 3, each representing the Microsoft Xbox 360, the Sony Playstation 3, and last but not least, for the PC platform, officially confirming earlier rumours that the next game would be set in the American Revolution. It shows the assassin star of this morning's concept art axe murdering a soldier as the revolution rages behind him. Ubisoft won't even wait a full year to release the next Assassin's Creed, because the next one, Assassin's Creed III, will be out on October 30.

2DayBlog.com, Assassin's Creed 3 is official, will be set in the American Revolution

National Security Agency Develops Secure Intra-Office Handsets

The United States' National Security Agency (NSA) is so concerned about preventing any information from leaking out, this includes the ones passed around through phone calls. For the sake of national security, the agency has launched Project “Fishbowl” that developed 100 handsets that provide encrypted communications for staffers. All phone calls are conducted through an IPsec VPN with a secure, real-time transport protocol that would encrypt the voice at both ends, while the VoIP server is housed inside an NSA facility. This ensures no one would be able to tap the conversation between two NSA officers.

Gadget.com, National Security Agency Develops Secure Intra-Office Handsets

AT&T Details Unlimited Data Policy – Throttling Begins After 3GB's On 3G/4G, 5GB On 4G LTE

Throttling is just one of those policies nobody likes, but everyone has to live with. Even those who were lucky enough to find themselves hanging onto an “unlimited” data plan from back in the day are subject to it. Today, AT&T has decided to clarify their “unlimited” policy, detailing how much data one would have to use before being hit with the dreaded, “You are now being throttled,” text message. For customers currently grandfathered into an unlimited account and still using one of those old fashioned 3G or 4G (HSPA+) smartphones, you get to enjoy full data speeds up until 3GB of usage.


Android Phone, AT&T Details Unlimited Data Policy â€" Throttling Begins After 3GB's On 3G/4G, 5GB On 4G LTE

Apple's OS share skyrockets in February as Android inches up, BlackBerry slides

. Apple's share of global smartphone and tablet usage skyrocketed in February after remaining somewhat flat over the previous three months. Analytics firm Net Applications on Thursday released mobile phone and tablet operating system share data for February, and Apple showed the most gains last month by a wide margin. The Cupertino, California-based company saw its share increase to 60.59% from 53.65% in January as Android inched up less than a point to 19.02% and RIM's BlackBerry platform slid nearly a point to 2.59%, it's second lowest monthly share over the past 12 months.


Boy Genius Report, Apple's OS share skyrockets in February as Android inches up, BlackBerry slides

AT&T announces throttling changes, now kicks in at 3GB or 5GB for LTE

Anyone hoping for some truly unlimited "unlimited" plans is still out of luck, but AT&T has announced some changes (or a clarification, as it puts it) to its throttling procedures today that will at least give you a bit more room to work with. For customers on an unlimited plan with a 3G or "4G" phone (i.e. HSPA+), you'll now be able to enjoy full data speeds up to 3GB, after which you'll then see your speeds decrease until the start of the next billing cycle. If you have a 4G LTE phone, however, you'll have a full 5GB to play with before the throttling kicks in.

Engadget, AT&T announces throttling changes, now kicks in at 3GB or 5GB for LTE

Capcom, Bandai, SEGA collaboration teases us further with possible character reveals

About a week ago, we reported that Capcom, Bandai and SEGA were working together on a secret project for the Nintendo 3DS. Unfortunately at that time, little to nothing was known, and the teaser site was literally a tease and gave us nothing to go by. However if you were excited about the possibility between that huge collaboration, well the teaser site this time around has revealed a bit more. The website now shows three petri dishes, one for each company, and clicking on the dishes will zoom in and reveal three X chromosomes per dish.

Ubergizmo, Capcom, Bandai, SEGA collaboration teases us further with possible character reveals

Prototype device discovered in bar, could belong to HTC

When it comes to leaving prototype devices behind in bars, memories of Apple's blunder with the iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S comes to mind. In this case however, it looks like HTC may have followed in Apple's footsteps by leaving behind a prototype handset at a bar. While no HTC logo or markings were present on the device, we can't help but feel that the device pictured above is reminiscent of the HTC Incredible 2 at least from the front. Unfortunately it seems that the phone has been remotely wiped, thus leaving a "No system software" message on the screen when booted, leaving only access to the emergency dialer.

Ubergizmo, Prototype device discovered in bar, could belong to HTC

WIND Mobile Changing Rate Plans and Add-ons, Motorola Offers Up to $200 for Old Phones & Twitter Prepping to Roll Ads in Android and iOS Apps

WIND Mobile Changing Rate Plans and Add-ons March 1st, Here Are the Details. The wind is shifting over at WIND Mobile. Rate plan changes are in the works and here's the complete details for you. Axed are the names of their current "Clever", "Smart", "Brilliant" and "Genius" talk/text/data plans, and actually so will 2 of their plans.

Cell Phones Ca, WIND Mobile Changing Rate Plans and Add-ons, Motorola Offers Up to $200 for Old Phones & Twitter Prepping to Roll Ads in Android and iOS Apps

Hack Google's Chrome Browser, Get Up to $60,000 USD

On Monday Google said it is now shelling out up to $1 million worth of rewards for anyone who can crack open its Chrome web browser. According to Chris Evans and Justin Schuh of the Google Chrome Security Team, the biggest cash prize of $60,000 will go to those who discover a “full Chrome exploit” using bugs found only within Chrome itself. $40,000 will be awarded to those who perform a partial Chrome exploit using at least one Chrome bug plus other OS bugs (a WebKit bug combined with a Windows sandbox bug, for example).

2DayBlog.com, Hack Google's Chrome Browser, Get Up to $60,000 USD

Windows 8 Consumer Preview now available for download

As anticipated, 'Leap Day' is all about Microsoft in Barcelona, and Microsoft is all about you, the consumer. Redmond today officially unveiled the Consumer Preview of its forthcoming desktop operating system. Want to get an early look at the OS. Peep the source link below. Keep in mind: you'll need a 1GHz processor, either 1GB (32-bit) / 2 GB (64-bit) of RAM, 16GB (32-bit) / 20 GB (64-bit) available disk space, DirectX 9 graphics with WDDM 1.0 or higher and 1024 x 768 minimum screen resolution to run the new OS.

2DayBlog.com, Windows 8 Consumer Preview now available for download

Withings Baby Monitor makes its official, expensive US debut

The Withings Baby Monitor has already been available in the UK for sometime now and recently made a splash over at the FCC. Now the iOS accessory is finally for sale here in the good ol' US-of-A, for the rather staggering price of $299. That's right, this sensor-packed web cam probably costs more than your handset. Then again, that $20 set of audio-only monitors you picked up at Walmart can't keep you abreast of the temperature and humidity in your child's sleeping quarters or let you watch your newborn sleep with the aid of a night vision mode. You can get the associated WithBaby app for free in the iTunes App Store now.

Engadget, Withings Baby Monitor makes its official, expensive US debut

Invoxia AudiOffice is one fancy speaker dock

Need a nice speaker dock to place your iPhone or iPad when you're sitting at your desk. Invoxia's AudiOffice might be what you're looking for. While it has nothing to do with Audi (let's hope there won't be any lawsuits thrown their way), it does look as premium as one. The AudiOffice is essentially a glorified speaker dock that is optimized for VoIP and video call apps. It features a dock for you to keep your iPhone/iPod touch charged as well as a handy slot to place your iPad.
When your iPhone/iPad is in the vicinity, you can pair them up with the dock via Bluetooth so you can make an answer calls with the attached handset.



Ubergizmo, Invoxia AudiOffice is one fancy speaker dock

HTC also in talks to be Google's next Nexus partner [updated]

. Following LG's statement that the company is “heavily in discussions” with Google to become the next Nexus partner, HTC said it too is in discussions with the software giant. According to a new report from TechRadar, the Taiwanese handset maker is in talks with Google in hopes of being selected to design the company's next flagship smartphone. Google previously worked with HTC to craft the original Nexus One. “Google hasn't chosen its Nexus partner for (Android) Jellybean as yet.

Boy Genius Report, HTC also in talks to be Google's next Nexus partner [updated]

Novero Solana Laptop/Tablet Hybrid

The Novero Solana is a combination of a laptop and a tablet. The combo gadget features a 9.7-inch twirling touchscreen display with a 1024x768 pixel resolution and a full size physical keyboard. Powered by the Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 32-bit and the Google Android 2.3 operating systems, the Novero Solana provides a 1.6GHz Intel Atom N2600 processor, a 2GB of RAM, a pair of USB ports, WiFi, HDMI, a 128GB SSD, a 3-megapixel camera and a microSD card slot. The Novero Solana will be released in the US market later this year for $807.

TechFresh, Novero Solana Laptop/Tablet Hybrid

Kogeto Dot Panorama iPhone 4x4S Camera Adapter Review

A few weeks ago, I reviewed the GoPano micro panorama lens attachment for the iPhone 4x4S. This adapter allows you to easily capture 360 degree video and sound. I loved the concept of the product, but the resulting video was less than impressive due to focus issues. Techguy commented on that review suggesting that I might want to take a look at the Kogeto Dot.










The Gadgeteer, Kogeto Dot Panorama iPhone 4x4S Camera Adapter Review

Voddler's Windows Phone streaming video app is Lumia-exclusive

Scandinavian video streaming site Voddler (think: Spotify for video) has teamed up with Nokia to launch a Lumia-exclusive app the company's current markets. Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland and (the distinctly non-Scandinavian) Spain will get free, unlimited access to a wide library of movies and TV from April. Windows Phone users will also be able to schedule "Movie Night" streaming parties and riff on them, MST3k-style. If you're fortunate enough to be within those territories, head on past the break to find out more details.

Engadget, Voddler's Windows Phone streaming video app is Lumia-exclusive

Grand Theft Auto 3: 10 Year Anniversary Edition for iOS receives a new update

Rockstar Games has announced on its blog a new update for the iOS version of Grand Theft Auto 3: 10 Year Anniversary Edition. The release follows a recent update for the Android version of the game, though no detailed changelog was provided for the iOS update - it is said to bring optimized memory usage for older devices and some minor bug fixes. The update should also improve stability particularly for the iPhone 4 and iPad 1.

Ubergizmo, Grand Theft Auto 3: 10 Year Anniversary Edition for iOS receives a new update

More uses for your Box Account on Android

Okay, you've got your free 50GB Android Box Account, you've set your Box account up as a network drive, what else can you do with it . If you use Dolphin HD browser on your Android device, then you can load the Box for Dolphin extension.  So while you're surfing and you find a site that you want to save because you've run out of time, or your phone screen's too small, or you don't really want to play that video in public…  just click on the Box for Dolphin Extension in your right sidebar and save the link to your Box account for later. When you get home, open your Box account, click on the link and away you go.

The Gadgeteer, More uses for your Box Account on Android

Apple overlooks book with Amazon Store link

It does seem like a petty case of kindergarten jealousy here – Apple has apparently refused to sell an ebook from an author simply because there are links to Amazon stashed away in the ebook's bibliography. Seth Godin, the author behind the book Stop Stealing Dreams is rather miffed at this development, having received the reason from Apple that there were "Multiple links to Amazon store." What do you think of Apple's move. Don't you think that whatever is contained inside the ebook should not be of any concern to Apple without being so controlling. After all, there should be a certain degree of leeway afforded to the author, right.

Ubergizmo, Apple overlooks book with Amazon Store link

LG shows T375 dual-SIM touch phone, T385 single-SIM

LG showed the T375 and T385 phones at the MWC - at first glance, they look like low-end droids, but are actually feature phones. They are essentially the same phone, except that the T375 is a dual-SIM phone. Both the T375 and T385 feature a 3.2" QVGA touchscreen and run LG's widget-enabled touch interface for feature phones. The phones offer GSM/EDGE connectivity along with Wi-Fi.






GSM Arena, LG shows T375 dual-SIM touch phone, T385 single-SIM

earSmart: Can You Hear My Noise Cancellation Now?

After schooling you on MHL this morning, we promised to provide you with part 2 this afternoon. Class is now in session. You've probably read and watched a lot of device reviews on Phandroid. In these reviews, you've probably seen us point out two microphone holes, usually with one on the bottom of the device and one on the top, that provide enhanced audio via noise cancellation.
Meet one of the companies that make this technology work:

Consumers usually get caught up in buzz words and surface specs such as screen size, megapixel count, and processor size.



Android Phone, earSmart: Can You Hear My Noise Cancellation Now?

Melkus lacquers up RS2000 Black Edition for Geneva debut

What's the difference between black and piano black. Lacquer, and lots of it. Whether they're making an actual piano or trimming out a car to the same effect, craftsman will typically apply six layers of clearcoat to give the wood that deep, lustrous shine (compared to the three layers featured on high-end auto bodies). When applied to cars, it's usually done as trim on the interior dashboard, but with the RS2000 Black Edition, Melkus has finished the entire car that way.
Now if you haven't heard of Melkus, don't worry – it's not exactly one of the top automakers in the world.

Autoblog, Melkus lacquers up RS2000 Black Edition for Geneva debut

Handset makers pessimistic about Windows Phone Tango's chances in China

. Microsoft plans to roll out its Windows Phone “Tango” update for its mobile platform in China some time this year. While the new version of Microsoft's OS will allow Windows Phones to hit lower price points, Chinese manufacturers are pessimistic about the plan and believe the operating system may not achieve enough success, according to DigiTimes.

Boy Genius Report, Handset makers pessimistic about Windows Phone Tango's chances in China

Contact centres must embrace new technology, says Datapoint

Commenting on the launch of the new WeQ4U app (“Have your revenge on call centres – make them wait”, Metro 29 February 2012) that allows users to put the phone down and be called back if held in call centre queues, Gordon Young, General Manager at Datapoint says:“It is great to see technology being used in new ways that can help consumers get through to contact centres in stress-free ways.“The drive to bring down the costs of call centres has generated a lot of technological innovation that moves people away from the phone and towards other cheaper methods of communication, such as email or so

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IBM: We're on the cusp of the Quantum Computing revolution

Technology's holy grail is the development of a “perfect” Quantum Computer. Traditional computers recognize information as bits: binary information representing “On” or “Off” states. A quantum computer uses qubits: operating in superposition, a qubit exists in all states simultaneously — not just “On” or “Off,” but every possible state in-between. It would theoretically be able to instantly access every piece of information at the same time, meaning that a 250 qubit computer would contain more data than there are particles in the universe.


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LG T385 Wi-Fi and dual SIM LG T375 coming soon

The handsets presented by LG at MWC this year are all running Android, with just one exception: the LG T385 Wi-Fi. The T385 is a small entry-level touchscreen phone that provides a "smartphone look" - although, of course, it's not a smartphone.







Unwired View, LG T385 Wi-Fi and dual SIM LG T375 coming soon