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Microsoft Encarta discontinued, due to Wikipedia popularity
Microsoft has announced that from October 2009, MSN Encarta and Microsoft Student and Encarta Premium services will cease to exist. Anyone who has paid for a subscription to MSN Encarta Premium beyond April 30, 2009 will be getting a refund and ...
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3D TVs to account for 10% of market by 2011
3D TV isn't something out of science fiction, it's fast becoming reality. Sky is on schedule to start broadcasting in 3D by Christmas , while LG (amongst others) will have 3D-compatible TVs on the market this year. And it could be the start of a ...
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OnStar bringing Twitter to your car
Addicted to Twitter? Fancy voicing your frustration about the daily commute to work? We have the perfect device - voice-activated Twitter for your car, courtesy of OnStar.
It's a proposed voice-to-text service, which records your vocal thoughts ...
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Microsoft advises staff to stay home during G20 protests
Microsoft is warning the staff at its London office that it might be a good idea to stay at home during the G20 protests, which are due to start in London tomorrow. The Redmond Giant is apparently concerned that protestors will target its property ...
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Skype officially lands on the iPhone
We gave you the heads up on this yesterday and now it's finally here - Skype for the iPhone and iPod touch.
And it delivers just about everything you might expect, all wrapped up in a nice, Apple-friendly package. Topping the bill is, of course, ...
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Sony's latest Blu-ray recorders export video to PSP and Walkman
File this one under Amazing Japanese Tech That We Probably Won’t See For Ages. Sony has confirmed two Blu-ray Disc recorders which, apart from recording your favourite TV programs, can export the video to portable devices such as the Sony PSP ...
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Motorola launches the Evoke QA4
Apple has already hinted at a similarity between its iPhone and the Palm Pre. And now the Palm Pre looks to be inspiring a new generation of its own, including the newly-launched Motorola Evoke QA4.
Mind you, any touchscreen slider that launches ...
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Asus Eee PC 1004DN adds disc drive
Asus started the netbook revolution with its original drive-free Eee PC, offering no-frills web access at a low price. And it sold in the millions. Fast forward 18 months and the latest Eee PC is with us - only this time, the Asus Eee PC 1004DN ...
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IBM's open cloud plans come under fire
IBM's ideas for a common, next-generation cloud computing strategy have been seriously hit by rejections from some of the industry's biggest players.
Cloud computing is set to be the next big shift in IT, moving computer power and storage from the ...
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Not with Vodafone? Here's how to use Twitter on your mobile
SMS delivery for Twitter-using Vodafone customers was announced late last week, but what happens if you're not paying your hard-earned beans to Vodafone? O2, T-Mobile, Virgin, Orange and 3 Mobile customers, we feel your pain.
There's ...
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Social networkers leaving MySpace
It was the first superstar of the social networking scene, but MySpace is now losing both users and key staff, with Facebook, Bebo and Twitter taking up the slack.
Three executives have already departed, with speculation that the co-founders ...
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Shooter games are good for your eyesight
Violent video games are often blamed for all the earth’s woes, from teenage knife-crime to poor nutrition , but it turns out they’re actually good for you too. A scientist at the University of Rochester, New York has demonstrated that ...
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Skype landing on iPhones this Tuesday - confirmed
Last week, the internet was buzzing with the rumour of an official Skype client heading to the iTunes App store . Now it’s official: Skype for iPhone and iPod Touch will be launching tomorrow for the highly reasonable cost of... nothing.
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Spotify and 7digital team up for music download service
As we've mentioned on numerous occasions, we love Spotify , not least for allowing us all to compile our own albums via the software's playlist function. And with a newly-announced deal with 7digital, Spotify users will soon be able to buy those ...
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New look T3 Magazine released today
As Bob Dylan howls throughout the opening of Zach Snyder’s Watchmen movie, ‘the times, they are a’ changing’. Indeed they are, when T3 Magazine launched over a decade ago the world was in a thoroughly different shape. ...
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New look T3 Magazine out now
As Bob Dylan howls throughout the opening of Zach Snyder’s Watchmen movie, ‘the times, they are a’ changing’. Indeed they are. We can reveal that T3's top dogs have been hard at work making your beloved T3 magazine even ...
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Nokia updates 5800 XpressMusic handset
It's only been around for a matter of months, but Nokia has already seen fit to update the 5800 XpressMusic. But here's the good news - all the new features are absolutely free.
Yes, this is a software update and aside from the data charges, it ...
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Is this the new MacBook Mini?
When it comes to Apple rumours, we don't just take them with a pinch of salt, we have a full bag to hand. So while these newly-unearthed details of a MacBook Mini look very believable, it just might be a case of guesswork and a few minutes on ...
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BAA announces Heathrow Travel Product Awards 2009
Usually the last-minute saviour for many an airborne traveller, Heathrow Airport is set to celebrate the very best of those departure lounge purchases by announcing today their first ever Heathrow Travel Product Awards.
In a move to ...
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New England kit free to download for Pro Evo 2009
As you conjure up enough cash to prise the recession-proof new all-white England kit from the shop hanger, you’ll be happy to know that you can grab the virtual equivalent for free from today.
Pro Evolution earns itself a little of ...
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Fiat 500 C soft-top heads to the UK
There's no question that the Fiat 500 was one of the cool cars to be seen in during 2008. And that trend could continue into 2009 with the launch of the Fiat 500 C.
Yes, it's a variation on that very successful retro theme, with Fiat now offering ...
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Hands-on preview of the Dell Adamo laptop
Announced a little over a week ago, T3 has just had a few hours' fondling time with the Dell Adamo , and we're ever so impressed. Crafted from a single sheet of aluminium, the lid is half matte onyx (black) and half glossy piano black finish. Or, ...
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Skype for iPhone nearing launch?
No doubt the networks will be less-than-pleased , but for iPhone owners, cheaper calls could be available very soon with the launch of Skype for iPhone.
Rumours suggest the launch of the app as soon as April 1st at the CTIA Wireless trade show, ...
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Google cuts staff numbers
If Google is cutting staff, things must really be bad. And indeed they are doing just that, with 200 people from the sales and marketing team laid off by the internet giant.
You might think it's because of a slowdown in the economy and the ...
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Apple conference WWDC scheduled for June
Well, well, well; it seems that Apple is planning a big event this June. The Apple Worldwide Developer’s Conference (WWDC) 2009 will take place between 8 – 12 June and will cover topics ranging from iPhone Software 3.0 to the new OS X ...
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The Tech Week: Heart-mobile, House View, and sub Twitter
As space tourist Charles Simonyi jets away from planet Earth, he leaves behind a planet dominated by the Google Street View debate, and Twitter set to join the classrooms next to colouring in.
Keeping your feet firmly on the ground, ...
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iPhone pushes mobile media market
UK-based Apple owners have been putting the 'i' into iPhone, accessing the internet and email in far greater numbers than other smartphone users. That's according to market reseach company ComScore.
According to figures collated in January, a ...
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93% of iPhone owners use them for mobile media
UK-based Apple owners have been putting the 'i' into iPhone, accessing the internet and email in far greater numbers than other smartphone users. That's according to market reseach company ComScore.
According to figures collated in January, a ...
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Ninety-three per cent of iPhone owners use them for mobile media
UK-based Apple owners have been putting the 'i' into iPhone, accessing the internet and email in far greater numbers than other smartphone users. That's according to market reseach company ComScore.
According to figures collated in January, a ...
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First HD Pico projector revealed
Although we have sincere doubts about the likelihood of this ever reaching the UK, chalk Forever Plus’ Portable 720p LED Projector down as a sign of things to come.
Last year, barely a week went by without some kind of Pico device ...
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Vodafone UK launches full Twitter SMS service
Vodafone has signed a deal with Twitter to offer a Full SMS Service in the UK, which means you can receive messages on your mobile for absolutely zero cost.
Ok, this isn't news if you're in the US, as this kind of convenience has been around since ...
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Windows Touch brings touchscreen tech to PCs
Microsoft plan to make us get all touchy feely with our PCs after revealing plans to build iPhone style touchscreen tech into Windows 7.
A small selection of Windows machines already pack some rudimentary touch functionality but Microsoft ...
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T-Mobile offers LG Arena in titan black
Announced back in February , the LG Arena is the company's latest iPhone beater. And you can find out just how it shapes up at your local T-Mobile dealer, which is offering the touchscreen handset in an exclusive titan black finish.
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Google announces mobile app for BlackBerry
Google's launching new apps most weeks now, so it's no surprise to hear that they've just unveiled a Google Mobile app for the 40 million BlackBerry smartphones sold by RIM, after announcing a similar app for the iPhone .
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Sony Ericsson T707 handset breaks cover
Sony Ericsson has a new clamshell on the market, with the Sony Ericsson T707 throwing in a couple of tricks to stand out from the crowd.
Indeed, if you're impressed by a few flashing lights, this could be your dream mobile. Receive a call and the ...
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Orange to sell Apple MacBooks on monthly contract
Rumours are flying around the internet thick and fast about a possible partnership between UK mobile network Orange and Apple. Whilst O2 may've bagged an exclusive deal for the iPhone, it's looking likely that Orange will soon be selling MacBooks on ...
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Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks hits the DS and not the Wii
Just when you thought GDC had shared all its most interesting secrets , Nintendo goes and drops a bombshell. President Satoru Iwata took to the conference stage and used the four magical words guaranteed to put a smile on the face of even the most ...
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European mobile data rates set to tumble
Good news if you've booked a package holiday this summer, your calls and texts home could cost considerably less.
European MPs have brokered a deal with the networks for a cap on both call and data prices and once ratified by the EU parliament, it ...
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Cut-price European mobile calls coming soon
Good news if you've booked a package holiday this summer, your calls and texts home could cost considerably less.
European MPs have brokered a deal with the networks for a cap on both call and data prices and once ratified by the EU parliament, it ...
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Cut-price European mobile calls coming to your phone soon
Good news if you've booked a package holiday this summer, your calls and texts home could cost considerably less.
European MPs have brokered a deal with the networks for a cap on both call and data prices and once ratified by the EU parliament, it ...
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Wii upgrade lets games launch from SD card
Attention Wii owners; if you haven’t already, start updating your Wii System Menu, pronto. Version 4.0 has been launched bringing with it one of the handiest upgrades since Bread added the renowned Slicing app.
For a very long time, ...
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Medion GoPal E3230 GPS unit launches
Medion is back with more budget-priced technology, specifically with the GoPal E3230 GPS unit.
And that low price doesn't mean a lack of features, with the GoPal E3230 offering a 3.5-inch TFT touchscreen, mapping for 23 Western European countries ...
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Play.com explains sim-free iPhone 3G deal
The announcement that Play.com was to sell sim-free iPhones was greeted with both suspicion and confusion. Where was the stock sourced from? Is it legitimate stock? And would it be covered by Apple's warranty in the event of a hardware failure? For ...
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The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks heading to Nintendo DS
Just when you thought GDC had shared all its most interesting secrets , Nintendo goes and drops a bombshell. President Satoru Iwata took to the conference stage and used the four magical words guaranteed to put a smile on the face of even the most ...
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Lenovo launches the ThinkStation S20 and D20
While most of us are happy to use a PC for browsing, blogging and the occasional Twitter, others need something with significantly more processing power to push the boundaries in their chosen field. Something like the Lenovo ThinkStation S20 and D20. ...
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Last.fm begins charging for music streaming
Spotify execs are probably rejoicing today, as their main rival - the original online music streaming service Last.fm - has announced that it will soon be charging for music streaming.
The shock decision is set to affect every ...
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Is your town about to hit Google Street View?
Google Street View hit the UK last week in a wave of publicity and controversy, some people resenting the intrusion into their lives, others loving the unintentionally amusing images it has 'thrown up'. We love it - and you can read 10 reasons ...
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Pioneer KURO to be discontinued in May
It’s a sad day when technology has to take a step backwards in the face of economic decline. But that’s what will happen when Pioneer makes its planned move to pull out of the plasma business this May.
Make no bones about it: ...
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Carl Zeiss Cinemizer Plus glasses get Apple approval
Not just any old pair of iPod-friendly cinema glasses, the Carl Zeiss Cinemizer Plus range is the first to get 'Works with iPhone' approval from Apple, along with its existing 'Made for iPod' compliance.
Sold with connectors for the iPhone or any ...
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Sony STR-DA6400ES network receiver launches
Not just a receiver, the Sony STR-DA6400ES throws in two-way streaming and net radio, giving new life to your analogue music collection too.
In terms of streaming, this DLNA-certified device offers access to the music, photos and video sitting on ...
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