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Cisco India Head speaks on the Impact of Indian Budget 2008-09 on IT

February 29th, 2008 | Related entries: General

Today, the 29th day of February marks 2008 as a leap year. Though this may be a common date throughout the globe, what makes this date different in the Indian subcontinent is that today the Union Budget of India 2008-09, also termed as the general budget, has been revealed.
Every year different feelings and […]

Google gives away Free Phone Numbers, Voice Mail Accounts to the Homeless in San Francisco

February 29th, 2008 | Related entries: General

Google has announced a new initiative which involves the Internet giant offering homeless people a free telephone number and voicemail, in an effort to help them get back on their feet.
Google in itself was conceptualized by its founders Larry and Sergey in San Francisco. Now, Google has promised to provide the above mentioned life-long […]

Maxlounge Liquid and Maxlounge Bossa offer a Musical Relaxation

February 27th, 2008 | Related entries: General

Music is one thing that relaxes and rejuvenates most of us. Basking in the realm of some fine soothing music after a monotonous day’s work and enjoying some pure relaxation is sure to help us kick back into action. And here are two products that do exactly that!
The Maxlounge Liquid and Maxlounge Bossa are […]

American Idol Performances Now Available Exclusively on the iTunes Store

February 19th, 2008 | Related entries: Entertainment, General, Ipod

January 15th 2008, saw the return of American Idol. The show which is now in its seventh season has witnessed enormous highs and lows, amidst quite a few controversies. You may love it, hate it, but one thing’s for sure – you simply can’t ignore it. And well, here’s some great news for all those […]

Sony gives Video Game Donations to New Orleans Children’s Hospital

February 19th, 2008 | Related entries: Gaming, General

Sony Computer Entertainment America (SCEA) is doing its bit of good by donating video consoles to the Children’s Hospital of New Orleans, reported the NY Post. The contributions were made on the NBA All-Star weekend.
The games will chiefly be used in the ‘teen room’. Speaking about this, Jeff Helminger, a recreational therapist for […]

US Federal Agencies to avoid Usage of Animals for Toxicology Testing

February 16th, 2008 | Related entries: General, Science

Toxicology testing on animals is always opposed by animal lovers in the society and researchers also felt that such options of testing is heavy to the pockets too. Hence scientists at the US federal agencies are searching for a new way for toxicology testing. Reportedly, a growing number of new chemicals, high testing costs […]

UK Man arrested after MP3 Player was mistaken for a Gun

February 16th, 2008 | Related entries: Gadgets, General

It’s a Gun! It’s a Taser! No… It’s just a plain ol’ MP3 Player! This is the story of a 28-year old mechanic in the UK who was arrested at gunpoint by armed police after his MP3 player was mistaken for a gun.
As he was commuting home from work by bus, Darren Nixon, […]

Sennheiser ‘Create Our Sound’ Contest comes to India

February 15th, 2008 | Related entries: General

In January this year, sound specialist Sennheiser announced a unique competition called ‘Create Our Sound’. Now, this contest has come to India. Read on, to find out more about it. Sennheiser is on the look out for a unique sound logo, which in simple words is a short, acoustic signature tune.
The company invites […]

GPS Safety Helmet that Calls 911 for Help, designed by Engineering Student

February 11th, 2008 | Related entries: General, Science

The year 2002 witnessed 13,900 ATV injuries requiring emergency room treatment, while 76,000 motorcycle-related injuries were recorded in 2004. For a fact, a helmet is synonymous to safety for bike riders and also for people who are engaged in life-threatening activities. For sure, it is one of the best ways of protection for such […]

Microsoft launches e-Commerce Platform for Software Sale in India

February 9th, 2008 | Related entries: General, Internet, Software

Now, just about anyone on the Internet will be able to sell Microsoft’s products. Wondering how? Well, Microsoft India has launched an e-Commerce platform that will allow people to buy and sell original Microsoft products including Windows, Server, office, Xbox 360s, games and gaming accessories. Perhaps, the software giant aims to curb the rampant use […]

 
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