Geoff Duncan, Author at Digital Trends

Microsoft Pushes Out 64 GB Zune HD

Microsoft has doubled the capacity of its Zune HD portable media device: 64 GB for $349.99.

Emerging Tech News

April 9, 2010

Wi-LAN Sues 19 Companies Over Bluetooth Patents

Small Canadian wireless company Wi-LAN says 19 companies - including Apple, Dell, Acer, and Hewlett-Packard - violate its Bluetooth patents.

Mobile News

April 9, 2010

Apple Tweaks License to Bar Flash-to-iPhone Apps

Changes to Apple's Phone Developer Program License Agreement are bad news for Adobe.

Tablets Mobile

April 9, 2010

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FCC Extends Net Neutrality Comment Deadline

Following a ruling the FCC doesn't have the authority to mandate ISPs conform to net neutrality rules, the FCC has extended a comment period on net neutrality rules.

Computing News

April 8, 2010

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Nokia Takes “Comes with Music” to China

Nokia is launching its DRM-free Comes with Music service to China...but will the service catch on in a country where music piracy is the norm?

Mobile News

April 8, 2010

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iPad Sold Out at Best Buy, Sales May Top 600,000

Need an iPad? Best Buy is out of them for the moment. And some estimates have the total number of iPads sold already over 600,000.

Tablets Mobile

April 8, 2010

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First-Day iPad Sales Top 300,000

Apple says it sold over 300,00 iPads on their first day of availability, and some estimates put sales over half a million for the entire weekend.

Tablets Mobile

April 7, 2010

Sharp’s Aquos LE820 Quattron HDTVs Getting DivX HD

Sharp's new Aquos LE820 four-color "Quattron" HDTVs will be able to play back DivX HD files...so long as you pop them in via USB.

Audio / Video Products

April 7, 2010

AMD’s ATI FirePro V8800 Targets Pro Graphics

Think gamers have all the hot graphics hardware? AMD's new ATI FirePro V8800 supports up to four displays and 2 GB of GDDR5 memory.

Computing News

April 7, 2010

Google Books Facing Suit from Visual Artists

Google's ambitious digital library project is facing a new challenge from visual artists who claim it would violate their copyrights.

Computing News

April 7, 2010

AOL Decides to Unfriend Bebo

AOL has decided it's either going to sell its social networking site Bebo...or shut it down.

Computing News

April 7, 2010

Monster Pitches Red Sox-branded Dr. Dre Beats Headphones

Need a sure way to get mugged in New York City? Monster's new Beats by Dr. Dre headphones feature over-the-top Boston Red Sox branding.

Emerging Tech News

April 6, 2010

JVC Everio GZ-HM1 HD Camcorder Packs 64 GB

JVC's new Everio GZ-HM1 camcorder enters at the top of the line, with improved low-light capability and image stabilization, plus 64 GB of on-board memory.

Photography Products

April 6, 2010

Red Star: North Korea’s Home-Brew Operating System?

A Russian blogger has posted details of Red Star, a Linux-based operating system available in North Korea..and designed to monitor users' actions.

Computing News

April 6, 2010

Rhapsody Spins Free, Lowers Subscription Fees

Rhapsody has thrown off corporate parents RealNetworks and Viacom...and lowered subscription fees to $10 a month.

Mobile

April 6, 2010

Asus U30Jc Notebook Packs Core i3, Nvidia Optimus Graphics

The Asus U30Jc notebook packs a 13.3-inch display, Intel Core i3 processor, and Nvidia's Optimus graphics-switching technology for performance and long battery life.

Computing News

April 5, 2010

More Apple Hype: iPhone 4.0 Special Event on April 8

If you were hoping Apple Hype Week was over, think again: Apple has just announced a special iPhone event for April 8.

Mobile

April 5, 2010

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Microsoft Drops Windows 7 Upgrade Pricing

Microsoft is dropping Windows 7 upgrade pricing by as much as 35 percent, hoping to tempt users of Windows 7 Starter or Home Basic to step up to the big leagues.

Computing News

April 5, 2010

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Google Asking Early Buzz Users to Confirm Settings

Did you jump into Google Buzz before Google reworked its startup experience? Google wants you to check your settings.

Computing News

April 5, 2010

Pink Floyd Wins Case Over Digital Singles

Pink Floyd's epic concept albums? Record company EMI will no longer be able to offer individual tracks for sale as digital downloads.

Computing News

April 2, 2010

Blu-ray Disc Association Finalized 3D Spec

The Blu-ray Disc Association has finally completed the spec to bring 3D content to your living room...although you'll still need funny glasses.

Audio / Video News

April 2, 2010

Microsoft Denied Re-Hearing On i4i Infringement Case

A Federal court has rejected Microsoft's request for a rehearing on i4i's patent infringement case.

Computing News

April 2, 2010

Verizon Slashes Palm Smartphone Prices to the Bone

Verizon Wireless has cut prices on the Palm phones: the Palm Pre Plus is now just $50, the Palm Pixi is $30, and buying either gets you a second one free.

Mobile News

April 2, 2010

Sharp’s 3D Touchscreen LCD Doesn’t Need Glasses

Sharp is showing off a new touchscreen LCD that can show 3D images and doesn't need awkward 3D glasses...so long as you keep your face about one foot away.

Computing News

April 2, 2010

Cisco Valet Wants to Simplify Home Wireless

Cisco's Valet home wireless routers aim to simplify setup and configuration of home Wi-Fi networks...by using a USB Setup Key users can move between devices.

Computing News

April 1, 2010

iPad Video: Netflix, ABC, CBS…and Maybe More On The Way

Reports have Netflix, ABC, CBS, and Flickr gearing up to bring video to the Apple iPad...and speculation has Hulu mulling the iPad too.

Tablets Mobile

April 1, 2010

RIM Continues to Rack Up Subscribers

The iPhone and Android might have plenty of buzz, but RIM doesn't seem to be having any trouble adding subscribers to its ranks.

Mobile News

April 1, 2010

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Bill Gates Thinks Netbooks Beat the iPad

Apple's iPad hasn't even hit the streets, but Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates thinks netbooks have it beat.

Tablets Mobile

March 31, 2010

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Apple iPad Delayed Until April 3 In North America

Apple's iPad will be a little later than expected in North America: the company says it will be on sale April 3.

Tablets Mobile

March 31, 2010

HP: Hey, We’ll Have a Tablet Too – With Flash!

With all the hype surrounding the Apple iPad, HP wants people to know its forthcoming Slate runs all of Windows 7...and that includes Flash.

Computing News

March 31, 2010

iPad Battery Replacement: $99 For a New-to-You iPad

Apple's iPad battery replacement program will be just like the iPhone's: send in your iPad, Apple will send you a different one with a new battery...and none of your data.

Tablets Mobile

March 31, 2010

Amazon Unveils Kindle for iPad

The iPad won't reach consumers for about two weeks, but Amazon has already taking on Apple's iBooks with its Kindle app.

Tablets Mobile

March 31, 2010

Kensington Starts Bringing Accessories to The iPad

Kensington knows iPad fans need iPad add-ons...like sleeves, bags, and extra chargers.

Tablets Mobile

March 31, 2010

Kobo Aims To Be a Complete Ebook Platform

The Kobo eReader offers a 6-inch E Ink display with 1 GB storage and Bluetooth...but Kobo is also ready for the iPhone, iPad, and BlackBerry.

Mobile

March 31, 2010

iPads Now Shipping – And Coming to Best Buy

Apple's much-touted iPad has begun shipping - and will be on sale at Best Buy; however, later pre-orders will see their iPads delayed by about a week.

Tablets Mobile

March 31, 2010