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R50 Remote Requires No PC, Internet Setup

R50 Remote Requires No PC, Internet Setup

Deviating from the new breed of high-end universal remotes that require PCs, Internet connections, and possibly Ph.D.s to set up, Universal Remote Control released a new model on Wednesday that returns to simplicity. The Digital R50 LCD remote can be programmed without any outside gear, and has its entire library of IR codes built right in.

Instead of PC programming, the R50 uses a built-in wizard to walk users through setup right on its own screen. It borrows the Universal Remote’s ProPerfectDatabase from the company’s professional line of products.

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Sony Releases PlayStation 3 Firmware 2.0

Sony Releases PlayStation 3 Firmware 2.0

Sony Computer Entertainment has released firmware version 2.0 for its PlayStation 3 video game console. The new update adds a Remote Start feature that enables users to start up their PS3 systems remotely when they want to use their PSP to access media stored on their PS3 over the Internet, along with a new information board on the XMB (XrossMediaBar) screen with PlayStation news and updates. The update also lets users customize the XMB with custom themes, create music and photo playlists, and adds a PlayStationNetwork category to the XMB.

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Nintendo Offers Free Wii Remote Jacket

Nintendo Offers Free Wii Remote Jacket

Every mindful that the interactive nature of the Nintendo Wii’s innovative wireless remote has sent untold thousands of the units careening off walls, across rooms, throuh windows, and even into television screens, Nintendo has announced a new free accessory for the Wii Remote: the Wii Remote Jacket. The Wii Remote Jacket is intended to act as a "cushiony shield" for the Wii Remote, which may reduce the chances of the remote damaging nearby objects if it goes flying…or keep the Remote from being scarred by encounters with walls, tables, and other household objects. The Wii Remote Jacket can also be used as a cover for the Wii Remote, and can easily be removed if players want to put the Remote in a Wii Zapper or other accessory. It may even let players keep a better grip on the Remote.

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Remote XT Makes Stolen Phones Scream

Cell phone theft is a growing problem, with swiped phones being targeted by everybody from pickpockets and idle delinquents to roving, organized criminal gangs look for free calling, personal data (which could be used in identity theft operations), or just a quick bit of high-tech bling they might be able to sell for a few dollars. According to government statistics, with one third of all robberies in the U.K. now only target mobile phones.

UK developer Remote XT may not be able to prevent your phone from being stolen…but it does aim to give you the tools to turn it into a useless, highly-annoying brick if someone does swipe your phone.  Read more...

Griffin Gives iPods an AirClick

Griffin Technology, a maker of accessories for Apple’s iPod, today announced the availability of an iPod focused remote control. The new AirClick Remote is available now for $39.99.

The AirClick Remote, Griffin said, uses RF technology which allows users to control their iPod (as well as PCs and Macs if the AirClick USB is purchased) from up to 60 feet away. Since it is RF technology, users do not have to be within line of sight to remotely control their digital audio player.  Read more...

Microsoft Releases 8 New Security Updates

1.) Vulnerabilities in TCP/IP Could Allow Remote Code Execution and Denial of Service. 2.) Cumulative Security Update for Internet Explorer. 3.) Vulnerability in Exchange Server Could Allow Remote Code Execution. 4.) Vulnerability in MSN Messenger Could Lead to Remote Code Execution. 5.) Vulnerabilities in Microsoft Word May Lead to Remote Code Execution.   Head on over to Windows Update and download the updates when you get a chance. If the site is too busy or the download rate is too slow, try during off-peak hours.   You can find out specifics of these updates here
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Niveus PC Remote Supports IR & RF

Quote from eHomeUpgrade:

“What makes this product so appealing is that the Niveus Remote comes preprogrammed with an extensive library of remote codes, making it easy to clone all your IR remotes and just have one for a change. And if you have a device that is not included in the remote’s database, the Niveus Remote is smart enough to program itself from an existing remote. What’s more, you can teach the remote to launch and operate your favorite PC applications via its wall penetrating, 40-foot range RF technology and navigatate them with the integrated mouse pad and left/right selection buttons.”  Read more...

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