Opera Download Numbers Double Thanks To The Introduction Of Choice Screen
March 19, 2010
The folks by at Opera must be smiling from ear to ear after Microsoft was forced to introduce the Windows Web Browser Choice Screen in Europe. The Web Browser Choice Screen prompts users whether they want to download competing browsers such as Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, and Opera etc. Now Opera is reporting that the number of downloads has more than doubled across the European continent, with some countries even indicating that the download rate has tripled. According to the stats released, 53% of the downloads came from the Choice Screen, and considering that the Choice Screen was rolled out in early March, it certainly provides an interesting twist in the browser wars.
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Casio Pathfinder PRG110C-3 watch
March 19, 2010
Even watches are trying to go green these days, with the Casio Pathfinder PRG110C-3 watch taking a more literal approach by coming in a fluorescent green shade alongside a tiny solar cell integrated onto its face, harnessing the potential of the sun to charge its built-in battery. Apart from that alternative source of potential, it plus sports an altimeter, barometer, thermometer and digital compass to help you find your way and maintain bearings in the wilderness. Each $250 purchase comes in a recyclable package, and is available from Amazon exclusively. Do you think that they’re late (pun intended) to the green bandwagon considering they manufacture watches? [Press Release]
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i-Got-Control Remote Control Accessory For Your iPhone
March 17, 2010
Who do you think came up with the i-Got-Control device? Why, the i-Got-it Corp. of course! The i-Got-Control is a nifty little accessory for your iPhone that can be controlled by the i-Got-Control app via the App Store. i-Got-Control features an industry-leading database of by 40,000 IR codes for various consumer electronic devices worldwide, and even whether you can’t find your device in the list, it sports a user friendly interface that allows it to learn the essential codes. With that, you wouldn’t have to be too bothered whether you lose the remote to your TV again. whether you’re serious about getting one, you’ll need to shell out $69.95 for it.
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DroidSecurity Gets 10,500 New Users Within 24 Hours
March 17, 2010
It seems that the recent incident, where a bunch of Vodafone HTC Magic smartphones were shipped with the Conficker and Mariposa viruses, has highlighted the issue of mobile device shield to users. As a aftermath, it seems that DroidSecurity managed to get a healthy 10,500 new users to download its mobile device shield solution in the 24-hours that followed the discovery of the virus. While the virus itself didn’t affect the mobile phone, but when the phone was plugged to a PC using a USB connection, the user ran the risk of getting infected by said viruses, not to mention a Lineage password stealer was plus found on the device. Does that mean that we should have antivirus scanners running on our mobile phones all the instance in the future?
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Sony Announces The Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker PSP Entertainment Pack
March 17, 2010
Metal Gear Solid fans have something to rejoice about, as Sony has just announced the Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker PSP Entertainment Pack, which will be going for $199.99. It will be available from June 8 to coincide with the launch of the standalone game, allowing you to enjoy the Metal Gear Solid series on your spiffy new Spirited Green PSP-3000. that pack will include:
- A Spirited Green PSP-3000 unit
- Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker game on UMD
- PlayStation Network downloadable voucher for special in-game subject matter, which can be unlocked at the beginning of the game
- PlayStation Network downloadable movie voucher for US residents
- 2GB Memory Stick PRO Duo
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Astro A30 Cross Gaming Headset
March 16, 2010
The Astro A30 is labeled a cross gaming headset, so it shouldn’t have any problems working with your computer, iPhone, PSP and other gaming devices. That certainly seems like something most headsets could do to be honest, particularly since most devices sport 3.5mm headphone jacks, and they don’t cost $150. But whether you’re into good quality audio, thereupon it’s certainly worth it to check out the Astro A30. The A30 additionally features interchangeable Speaker Tags, allowing you to create a strange look for your team/clan/guild, or even for just yourself. Do you think you’re willing to shell out the $150 premium for one of these?
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INQ Chat 3G and INQ Mini 3G arrives in India
March 16, 2010
Those who are living in India might be pleased to know that both the INQ Chat 3G and INQ Mini 3G will be arriving in that part of the world from that week onwards, courtesy of Aircel. These handsets are meant for social networking butterflies, where one will be able to enjoy Facebook, Twitter and Skype integration. No view on pricing for either handset though, but hopefully they won't be crazy expensive considering the purchasing ability of the average person living in India is much lower than that of a UK resident. [Press Release]
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