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Archive for September, 2007

Microsoft Windows XP Sales Extended to June 2008

September 29th, 2007 | Related entries: Software

We all thought that January 31st 2008, would be the last day that Microsoft’s Windows XP will see the light of the day on. But now the latest buzz is that thanks to the demands from consumers and computer makers, the software giant is extending its presence for some more time. Dell and Fujitsu […]

Google Acquires Zingku, a Mobile Social Networking Company

September 29th, 2007 | Related entries: Internet, Mobile Phones

In a move to bolster its presence in the mobile phone sector, Google has announced that it is buying mobile social networking firm Zingku, which is essentially targeted towards teenagers and the youth. No financial details of the deal have been revealed yet.
The service will move to Google server by October 4, states AP.
In […]

Rock Band Price and Launch Date announced; to Release on 23rd November

September 29th, 2007 | Related entries: Gaming

In April, we had reported that Rock Band, a game developed by Harmonix and MTV Networks would be launched in December. But now the latest news is that the title will launch on November 23 for the Xbox 360 and PS3 platforms for $169.99.
Gamespot.com quoted a Harmonix rep stating that Tock Band will be […]

Apple iPod Touch Software Version 1.1.1 Update Released

September 29th, 2007 | Related entries: Ipod, Software

Apple has introduced iPod Touch software version 1.1.1, the latest update that according to Apple incorporates only “bug fixes.” A few days back, there was news that the screens of the iPod Touch were displaying dark images. But this update seems to rectify this video-display issue.
Macworld News went ahead and compared three separate iPod […]

Asia IT Expo 2007 takes off in Mumbai, India

September 29th, 2007 | Related entries: Features

Mumbai is one Indian city that seems to be bustling with IT and consumer products. You must have surely read our exclusive features on the Vu Gadget and Gizmo Store, the Laptop Carnival and Laptop Workshop at the Xplore Lounge, and here’s one more!
From 28th-30th September, 2007, one place that all Mumbaikars should rush to […]

Freescale announces 12 high-performance ColdFire microprocessors for Linux applications

September 29th, 2007 | Related entries: Hardware

Freescale Semiconductor has released the ColdFire microprocessor range, which is created to allow low-power, high-performance embedded systems running the Linux OS. With this move, Freescale further extends the array of price-performance options within its Controller Continuum. I t delivers 410 Dhrystone MIPS (DMIPS) core performance at around 380 mW, these latest ColdFire microprocessors are […]

The King of Fighters XI and NeoGeo Battle Coliseum announced for the PS2

September 29th, 2007 | Related entries: Gaming

SNK PlayMore USA Corp., a developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment software has announced the availability of The King of Fighters XI and NeoGeo Battle Coliseum for the PlayStation 2 (PS2) platform.
Ben Herman, president of SNK PlayMore USA Corp. maintained, “King of Fighters XI and NeoGeo Battle Coliseum will give SNK fans everything they’ve […]

Virgin Comics on the way to resurrecting Comic Generation with its presence in India

September 28th, 2007 | Related entries: Features

Each one of us must have gone through the comic book phase with the most memorable ones being ‘Captain Marvel’, ‘The Phantom’, ‘Tin Tin’ and the ‘Asterix and Obelix’ series. These old-school comics surely made for a great read.
However in recent years, the youth in India and perhaps else where in the world too have […]

Burnout Paradise for Xbox 360, PS3 features a Host of Innovative Features courtesy EA

September 28th, 2007 | Related entries: Gaming

Quite some time ago, we had reported about EA’s newest game Burnout Paradise from its acclaimed Burnout franchise. Now EA dropped in to announce the special features and innovations that will truly make this game the next-generation of Burnout.
Burnout Paradise will be released on the Sony PlayStation 3 and Microsoft Xbox 360 consoles. Some […]

Windows XP to be available for sale till June 2008 says Microsoft

September 28th, 2007 | Related entries: Software

Microsoft will be extending the shelf life and sales of its Windows XP operating system from January 2008 until June 2008.
Microsoft was scheduled to stop selling the six-year old operating system on January 30, 2008 in a move to leave space for the company’s latest operating system Windows Vista.
According to Microsoft, the demand from customers […]

 
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