Chrono Trigger hits the App Store, lets Square Enix fans turn back time

Square Enix just couldn't resist plucking at our heartstrings - not to mention willing bill folds. As a timely holiday treat, the company's made good on its end-of-year promise, delivering the SNES RPG epic and cult hit - Chrono Trigger - to Apple's App Store. If you're wielding either a third generation and up iPhone or iPod touch, the endless hours of non-linear, time-traveling gameplay can be yours for the re-hashing, albeit on a maddeningly tiny screen. That 16-bit nostalgia won't come cheap, either, at $10.

Engadget, Chrono Trigger hits the App Store, lets Square Enix fans turn back time

AMD Radeon HD 6000 cards receive VESA DisplayPort 1.2 certification, merit badges

When the certifications come in, you wipe a tear from your eye and ponder how proud you are. On Thursday, the Video Electronics Standards Association announced that AMD's Radeon HD 6000 series graphics cards, including the high-end Radeon HD 6990, are the first to receive DisplayPort Version 1.2 certification. That means the cards are rated to support DisplayPort's 5.4Gbps HBR2 data link speed and also feature increased display resolution, color depths and refresh rates, plus improved support for Full HD 3D stereoscopic displays.

2DayBlog.com, AMD Radeon HD 6000 cards receive VESA DisplayPort 1.2 certification, merit badges

AT&T apparently vows to continue with T-Mobile merger

When life hands you lemons, so the saying goes, you make lemonade. But what happens when the FCC and the Justice Department hand you an almost certain public defeat. If you're AT&T, the answer is simple: you make denial-ade.

2DayBlog.com, AT&T apparently vows to continue with T-Mobile merger

Paul Stender returns with cruise missile-powered Impala

It was the urban legend to top them all, the one every car guy wants to be true: Dude straps a jet engine to his Impala and goes for the ride of his life, which, of course, ends with his death. Even though it dates back to the 1960's, according to rumor-debunking website Snopes.com, it was the first big Internet-fueled urban legend, spread across the world in 1995 by then-novel e-mails with subjects like "Darwin Award Winner.". Of course, there's no such thing as the Darwin Awards. But now, finally, there is a JATO-powered Impala.



Autoblog, Paul Stender returns with cruise missile-powered Impala

New Galaxy S2 Ad Reiterates That “The Next Big Thing Is Already Here” [Video]!

The new ad follows the same storyline as the previous reels in the series. It opens around showing Apple customers lined up outside Apple stores waiting to get their new iPhone while the passers who happen to be using Samsung Galaxy S2 phones steal the show leaving the “fanboys” bewildered. It's a precise but a neatly done act that shows Samsung Galaxy S2 as a device that outperforms the iPhone 4S (this time in the ease of accessing movies and music).



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alldigits, New Galaxy S2 Ad Reiterates That “The Next Big Thing Is Already Here” [Video]!

Samsung scores another win as Australian tablet ban is overturned

. A ban that prevented Samsung's local subsidiaries from marketing and selling the Galaxy Tab 10.1 tablet in Australia was lifted on Friday, marking another victory for Samsung in its ongoing legal battles with Apple. An Australian High Court ruled that Samsung's 10-inch tablet does not “slavishly rip off” Apple's iPad, and sales of the slate will resume next week according to The Sydney Morning Herald, in time to catch the tail end of the holiday shopping rush. Read on for more.

The ruling comes following Apple's appeal after a judge overturned a ban on Galaxy Tab 10.1 sales late last month.

Boy Genius Report, Samsung scores another win as Australian tablet ban is overturned

Nokia Lumia 710 now shipping, €270 plus tax can make it yours

Nokia has just announced that it has started shipping its second Windows Phone Mango-running handset, the Lumia 710. The more affordable part of the Lumia duo is leaving the Nokia factories and is making its way to the stores as we speak. Taiwan will be the first market to receive the Nokia Lumia 710, with sales of the WP smartphone in the Far East country starting today.

GSM Arena, Nokia Lumia 710 now shipping, €270 plus tax can make it yours

Macro-Lens Embedded in Rubber Band Fits Any Phone

This might just be the smartest and simplest cellphone add-on lens yet seen. It's called the Macro Cell Lens Band, and it is little more than a macro lens embedded in a rubber band. The widget comes from the photo-gadget supremos at Photojojo, and thanks to its simple design it will fit onto pretty much any cellphone (although some of the latest giant-screen Android handsets might be stretching it–literally).
You can wear the band around your wrist, Livestrong-style, letting the lens collect sebum and skin flakes until you need to take a close-up picture.


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itnews, Macro-Lens Embedded in Rubber Band Fits Any Phone

The FCC Unveils T-Mobile Nokia Lumia 710

The FCC has recently unveiled the upcoming Nokia Lumia 710 for T-Mobile. The picture above shows that the 710 is a Nokia Windows Phone. Too bad, there is no further info about this handset. Stay tuned for more updates.

TechFresh, The FCC Unveils T-Mobile Nokia Lumia 710

New Google+ Update Now Available

Google has released a pretty decent update to Google+ in the Android market. In this new version we're being given the ability to +1 photos and comments, search, upload high resolution photos, see who's online and currently typing in messenger conversations, be taken to someone's profile inside of the app when clicking a link and more.

Android Phone, New Google+ Update Now Available

A Look at Day Three of Google's 10 Billion Apps Promo

The celebration of 10 billion app downloads from the Android Market continues with a new rotation of 10 cent software. In its third day, the promotion once again features a selection of some of the best apps and games Android has to offer. On the menu:.

Android Phone, A Look at Day Three of Google's 10 Billion Apps Promo

Samsung Galaxy Nexus Now Available through Bell and Virgin Mobile in Canada

While US residents continue to wait for Verizon to get their act together and announce a release date, Canadian carriers Bell and Virgin Mobile now have the Samsung Galaxy Nexus for sale. The phone is available for $159 on a three-year contract from both carriers or can be purchased outright for $649.99.

Android Phone, Samsung Galaxy Nexus Now Available through Bell and Virgin Mobile in Canada

Car plows through restaurant after driver confuses pedals

Hitting the gas pedal instead of the brake is an altogether too common occurrence, one that often carries deadly consequences. Thankfully, that wasn't the case here. ABC News is reporting that three victims in a crash at a San Diego, CA, restaurant suffered only minor injuries after a woman drove her car through the front door. Surveillance video captured the whole episode.
The driver was pulling into a parking spot when she apparently confused the pedals and plowed into a patron exiting the busy restaurant. After her Honda Accord entered the building, she hit two more diners before swerving to the right to narrowly avoided hitting others.

Autoblog, Car plows through restaurant after driver confuses pedals

Nokia rolls out first update for Lumia 800, offers up new features for web-based 3D Maps on the side (video)

Nokia is pretty busy at the moment. Alongside clandestine events with T-Mobile, the first update for the Lumia 800 has now begun to roll out. As is the case with most WinPho upgrades, you'll have to plug the polycarbonate slab into Zune to pull down several new performance enhancements and features. These will include charging and audio quality improvements, as well as improved display switching in bright light.

Engadget, Nokia rolls out first update for Lumia 800, offers up new features for web-based 3D Maps on the side (video)

Sony Ericsson explains how hard it is to update to Android 4.0 ICS

No one likes waiting for software updates, but preparing such an update for release turns out to be a tougher ordeal than most people suspect. Sony Ericsson detailed their procedure of updating, which explains why we'll have to wait a while before they release the promised Android Ice Cream Sandwich (ICS) update, even though the ICS source code has been out for weeks. The first stage is to merge the changes brought about by ICS into Sony Ericsson's own source code and to resolve any issues that might arise from the merge.

GSM Arena, Sony Ericsson explains how hard it is to update to Android 4.0 ICS

Samsung ST200F and DV300F WiFi cameras hit the FCC

It looks like Samsung will soon have some additions to its WiFi camera lineup. The company recently had two new models showing up at the FCC, bearing the model name ST200F and DV300F. Not much is known about the devices except that they will be using a DC 3.7V power supply and Li-ion battery and will be WiFi-enabled, which means you'll be able to share photographs and videos you shoot without having to rely on a computer. All you'll need is a WiFi access point (Starbucks, or your phone's mobile hotspot) and you're good to go.

Ubergizmo, Samsung ST200F and DV300F WiFi cameras hit the FCC

Shigeru Miyamoto to focus on smaller, personal projects

All good things must come to an end, and it is a rather sad to hear that the legendary Shigeru Miyamoto, the creator of Super Mario Bros. and The Legend of Zelda, will no longer spearhead massive games and projects, but will instead step down from his current position to work on smaller, more personal projects. I guess his swansong would be the Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword and Super Mario 3D Land, both of which were released this year, and this passing of the baton to younger designers might see a change in game design philosophy. Hopefully future Mario and Zelda titles will continue in the spirit of Miyamoto by his padawans.

Ubergizmo, Shigeru Miyamoto to focus on smaller, personal projects

T-Mobile and Nokia holding special event on December 14th, Windows Phone possible

. T-Mobile and Nokia announced a special press event that will be held on December 14th at 7:00 p.m. The event could result in the first carrier launch of a Nokia Windows Phone in the United States, and early rumors have suggested it might be a version of the Nokia Lumia 710 that launched in Europe a few weeks ago. It's all speculation for now, but it looks like we're going to get our first taste of Nokia's plans for the U.S. a little bit earlier than expected.

Boy Genius Report, T-Mobile and Nokia holding special event on December 14th, Windows Phone possible

Instagram CEO: Android app on the way

. Speaking during the LeWeb conference in Paris on Wednesday, Instagram CEO Kevin Systrom confirmed that an Android version of the company's popular iOS application is in the works. ”We have two people working on Android now,” Systrom told LeWeb attendees, neglecting to discuss a release timeframe. Systrom also said he plans to inject advertising into the photo sharing application to create a revenue stream. “I think the advertising experience is going to be extremely engaging,” Systrom explained, according to a report by CNET.

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Scratch-n-Scroll mousepad lets you take down notes, too

This “notable mousepad” could very well be the best way to describe the Scratch-n-Scroll mousepad, simply because it not only offers your electronic rodent a surface to have it glide all over the place, delivering the cursor to the right icons at all times, it will also double up as an impromptu notepad so that you can always pen down your thoughts or a phone number, or heck, even a reminder, when you cannot find a scrap of paper anywhere nearby.

Ubergizmo, Scratch-n-Scroll mousepad lets you take down notes, too

PlayStation Home 1.60 update released

Sony has just announced the PlayStation Home 1.60 update, and as with any self-respecting software update, this version should come with a bunch of modifications and changes to make life with your PS3 a whole lot more enjoyable. Heck, the blog post claims that there is a “wealth of improvements and updates to the core client”, so let us take a look and see just what kind of information treasure trove are we able to discover. For starters, we do know that there is a doubling of the item placement limit in personal spaces.

Ubergizmo, PlayStation Home 1.60 update released

Overweight children no less safe in their car seats

As any parent will tell you, not all children are the same. Some are tall, some are short. Some are slim, and some are. less slim, if you catch our politically correct drift. This raises an interesting question: Do overweight children need specifically engineered safety seats?

According to a study released by the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia's Center for Injury Research and Prevention, the answer is no.

Autoblog, Overweight children no less safe in their car seats

Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc HD live shots leak again

Sony Ericsson is really having a hard time keeping their Xperia Arc HD smartphone under wraps. Their upcoming flagship droid broke loose again and appeared on a couple of live shots, confirming some of its specs in the process. The smartphone codenamed Nozomi, will sport a dual-core CPU, clocked at 1.5 GHz, a 12 megapixel camera and a 4.3x720p screen. It will offer 1GB of RAM and 32 GB of storage, but there will be no microSD card slot, so you won't be able to expand that.


GSM Arena, Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc HD live shots leak again

Galaxy Nexus Public Service Announcement: 3rd Party Batteries Not Compatible, OTA Update Arriving On Day 1

In some “extra” Galaxy Nexus news (you guys ready for Friday!?) I wanted to make sure our readers were well of a few things before they jump the gun and rush to online retailers for accessories, specifically — batteries. As it turns out, NFC and the stock Galaxy Nexus battery go hand-in-hand. You can’t have one, without the other.


Android Phone, Galaxy Nexus Public Service Announcement: 3rd Party Batteries Not Compatible, OTA Update Arriving On Day 1

Verizon DROID XYBOARD 10.1 and DROID XYBOARD 8.2 tablets to launch this month

. Verizon Wireless on Tuesday officially announced the DROID XYBOARD 10.1 and the XYBOARD 8.2, otherwise known as the Motorola XOOM 2 and XOOM 2 Media Edition tablets. Aside from different sized IPS displays, both devices offer support for Verizon Wireless's 4G LTE network and are equipped with a dual-core 1.2GHz processor, 1GB of RAM, a 5-megapixel camera capable of recording HD video, a 1.2-megapixel front-facing camera for video chat, 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi support and the ability to share a 4G LTE connection with other Wi-Fi-enabled devices.

Boy Genius Report, Verizon DROID XYBOARD 10.1 and DROID XYBOARD 8.2 tablets to launch this month

AT&T ranks worst in Consumer Reports carrier satisfaction survey for second straight year

. AT&T has again received the lowest rating in Consumer Reports' annual wireless carrier customer satisfaction survey. Verizon Wireless won the top spot and its customers were most satisfied with its data service and staff knowledge. Verizon was followed by Sprint and T-Mobile USA. "Our survey indicates that subscribers to prepaid and smaller standard-service providers are happiest overall with their cell-phone service," Consumer Reports electronics editor Paul Reynolds said. "However, these carriers aren't for everyone. Some are only regional, and prepaid carriers tend to offer few or no smart phones.

Boy Genius Report, AT&T ranks worst in Consumer Reports carrier satisfaction survey for second straight year

A day in the life of Ken Block and his SYNC-equipped H.F.H.V.

Ken Block has extended his tireless Ford promotion to SYNC, equipping his Hybrid Function Hoon Vehicle with FoMoCo's infotainment system to star – along with DC BMX rider Kelly Bolton – in his latest video. The day-in-the-life comes in three acts, beginning with Block driving one of his Gymkhana-prepped Fiestas to LA's Cars and Coffee, followed by a brief lunch, filming of the previously released Gymkhana 4 and wrapping up with a parking lot smoke fest where Block and Bolton do what they do best.



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Amazon's Kindle Fire may be headed to the UK in January

The Amazon Kindle Fire was launched last month in the US. It's the first tablet to come out of the well known retailer, and the first tablet to fork Android in a very obvious way. The Kindle Fire has been selling very well in the US, so naturally the question regarding its availability elsewhere has been raised countless times in the minds of tech geeks everywhere. It's still unclear if the Kindle Fire will ever be out anywhere else, but at least the UK seems to be getting it pretty quick. According to Know Your Mobile, the Amazon Kindle Fire will be available in the UK in January.

Unwired View, Amazon's Kindle Fire may be headed to the UK in January

Verizon Stores Receiving Samsung Galaxy Nexus, 12x9 Release Further Confirmed

Just as reported yesterday, Samsung Galaxy Nexus units have begun arriving in Verizon retail stores. We have the photographic evidence to prove it, too. A friend passed along the above image of a newly received Nexus awaiting activation. Our source says this particular store received twenty GNex handsets. When asked about a release date, a December 9th launch was once again confirmed.

Further lending credence to a release on the 9th is this recently uncovered document purporting to be a Verizon equipment update list.


Android Phone, Verizon Stores Receiving Samsung Galaxy Nexus, 12x9 Release Further Confirmed

Speed's new show Pumped! is like Cash Cab at the gas station

Believe it or not, we cherish our time at the gas pump. Topping off the tank is a good excuse to step outside for a moment and let our minds wander for a spell. It's a little slice of meditation we've been practicing since before we could legally drive, so the thought of being dragged into an impromptu game show while at the local gas station is enough to turn your author's stomach. That's premise behind the new reality show Pumped. on Speed.



Autoblog, Speed's new show Pumped! is like Cash Cab at the gas station

Motorola XT928 Android Smartphone For China Telecom Gets Official

Those who living in China will able to buy the Motorola XT928 Android smartphone from China Telecom, where it will features  a 4.6-inch 1280x720 HD touchscreen, a 13 Megapixel camera with 1080p Full HD video recording, and dubbed as the King of Multimedia smartphone, thanks to Dolby Digital Plus audio technology which offer you access to more content and lets you experience explosive surround sound for movies and videos. Scheduled to available on this December, the XT928 also features Bluetooth, WiFi, and 13-megapixel rear-facing camera with 1080p high-definition video capture for crisp, clear, cinematic-quality images.

Today Gadgets, Motorola XT928 Android Smartphone For China Telecom Gets Official

Toyota recalling 200K Siennas over misprint

According to a report from Automotive News, Toyota is recalling more than 200,000 Sienna minivans from the 2011 and 2012 model years. But before you start worrying about reading the words 'Toyota' and 'recall' in the same sentence, know that this is for a very, very minor issue. The problem. The tire and load information placard has been misprinted, and can cause a situation where owners over-inflate the tires.

Autoblog, Toyota recalling 200K Siennas over misprint

Engineer: Android Will Never Be Completely Smooth Thanks to Design Framework

Google+ user Andrew Munn claims to be a former intern of Google's and a soon to be intern of Microsoft's. He reportedly worked on Android for a short time and will be doing his work at Microsoft on Windows Phone 7 in a short time – just a small disclaimer before we move on. Yesterday, we reported on a Google+ post by Dianne Hackborn who sought to set the record straight on hardware acceleration, stating that while full hardware acceleration didn't get introduced until Android 3.0 and was further pushed in Android 4.0, they have always been using some form of hardware acceleration for drawing certain UI elements.

Android Phone, Engineer: Android Will Never Be Completely Smooth Thanks to Design Framework

NVIDIA, Qualcomm,TI to supply ARM processors for Windows 8 tablets?

Microsoft's Windows 8 platform is expected to be both a desktop software and a mobile platform for tablet as well, and if Digitimes' latest piece of rumor is to be believed, it seems that we can expect a variety of Windows 8 tablets that run on a variety of different processors from NVIDIA, Qualcomm and TI (Texas Instruments). According to Digitimes' sources from the upstream supply chain, Microsoft has tasked three major ARM processor manufacturers – NVIDIA, Qualcomm and TI – to pick two notebook partners each with for Windows 8 tablets.

Ubergizmo, NVIDIA, Qualcomm,TI to supply ARM processors for Windows 8 tablets?

AV-Test Once Again Confirms Superiority of Kaspersky Endpoint Security 8 for Windows

Abingdon, UK, 6th December 2011 – The authoritative AV-Test lab has announced that Kaspersky Endpoint Security 8 for Windows once again came top in a recent test against its rivals. The test, conducted in September/October 2011, is the second time the respected independent test lab has put Kaspersky Lab’s new corporate solution through its paces.

Press Release Distribution, AV-Test Once Again Confirms Superiority of Kaspersky Endpoint Security 8 for Windows

Getac Z710: World's Smallest Rugged Android Tablet

Getac, maker of rugged laptops and handheld devices, veers away from Windows OS as it introduces its first Android tablet. The Getac Z710 has a seven-inch capacitive LCD touchscreen, making it the smallest rugged tablet in the market. The device comes with loads of certifications to prove it can withstand accidental (and even deliberate) drops as well as the elements, such as the MIL-STD-810G and IP65 ratings. The tablet can even work properly from as cold as -30 degrees Celsius to as tropical as 60 degrees Celsius.

Gadget.com, Getac Z710: World's Smallest Rugged Android Tablet

Hands-On With The Extreme Edge Shock Resistant iPad Case

If Batman owned an iPad case, this would be it. Photo Charlie Sorrel. When I opened the mail and unwrapped G-Form's Extreme Edge iPad case, the first thing I said was “God, this thing is ugly.” The Lady disagreed, and while I still don't think the rugged case will win many beauty awards, its practicality has won me over.
The Extreme Edge case works like the skins that slide on to protect the back and sides of the iPad, only it's a lot thicker.


Gadget Lab, Hands-On With The Extreme Edge Shock Resistant iPad Case

Dragon Nest (SEA) level cap to be raised to 40 next week

Barely two months after the increment of level cap to 32, and many server maintenance, Dragon Nest (SEA) players will have their level cap increased to level 40 next Tuesday (13 December 2011). The announcement was made earlier today by Addison Kong, Vice President of Shanda Games International, and Executive Producer of Dragon Nest (SEA).

2DayBlog.com, Dragon Nest (SEA) level cap to be raised to 40 next week

gateProtect wins Securematics as new distributor in the USA

German-made IT security technology has arrived in the land of limitless opportunity. gateProtect has significantly expanded its position on the North American market by signing up one of the region’s largest value-added distributors specialized in IT security. Securematics, headquartered in Santa Clara, CA, serves a network of more than 6,400 resellers throughout the United States. Hamburg, Germany December 6, 2011 – Securematics is a provider of market-leading products for IT security and network infrastructure as well as storage and network solutions.

Press Release Distribution, gateProtect wins Securematics as new distributor in the USA

Lenovo's rugged ThinkPad X130e targets the education market, arrives December 20 for $469

When we first spotted leaked photos of Lenovo's ThinkPad X130e, we just kind of assumed it was the next-gen successor to the X120e, which we reviewed almost a year ago. Well, you know what happens when you A-S-S-U-M-E, right. Turns out, there is indeed an X130e, but it's intended specifically for classrooms. The company just made its official announcement, and explained that that rugged design we've been hearing about isn't meant to protect it from careless baggage handlers at the airport so much as freewheeling six year-olds.






Engadget, Lenovo's rugged ThinkPad X130e targets the education market, arrives December 20 for $469

Chinese Motorola XT928 gets hands-on: less RAZR, more double-edged sword

China's own Motorola RAZRs have arrived, and have plenty to differentiate themselves from the Verizon-coated version available in the US. Thankfully, our colleagues over at Engadget Chinese have managed to get some intimate hands-on time with the dual-SIM capable XT928. Whether it's the upgraded 13 megapixel camera, or the 4.5-inch HD display crammed inside, this Motorola mobile arrives slightly chunkier than the RAZR we're used to. In fact, it looks more like a distant cousin than a simple variant. A not-particularly tapered backing is now removable, giving access to the two SIM card slots.


Engadget, Chinese Motorola XT928 gets hands-on: less RAZR, more double-edged sword