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Xbox One banned users can still keep purchased games

Craig Lloyd, Jun 17th 2013 Discuss [2]

So many questions about the Xbox One have been asked over the past month or so since Microsoft unveiled the new console. Granted, they were pretty vague on a lot of concerns, and we received different answers from different reps on some questions. The latest question to go around is how will banned Xbox One users be dealt with? Read The Full Story

AT&T Galaxy Note 8.0 hits the multi-device Samsung bundle June 21st

Chris Burns, Jun 17th 2013 Discuss [0]

This week the folks at AT&T have revealed the release information surrounding the Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 along with pricing for the machine on its own. This device mirrors the capabilities of the Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 Wi-fi edition, here coming with 4G LTE connectivity from the big blue network in the USA. Bundles have been ushered in with this release also, attaching it to the Samsung Galaxy S 4 and the Samsung Galaxy S 4 Active as well as the Samsung Galaxy Note II. Read The Full Story

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Nationwide LTE data test finds AT&T fastest, Verizon most reliable

Chris Burns, Jun 17th 2013 Discuss [5]

A United States-wide test of mobile data has been run this year with each of the top mobile service providers under the magnifying glass. This is not the first time PC Mag has run such a test, but as in each successive year, this year's test has been the most expansive. What they've found is that while the two two carriers are indeed top-class in one category or another, no one brand dominated the whole pack. Read The Full Story

Ford using robots to stress test new vehicles

Craig Lloyd, Jun 17th 2013 Discuss [1]

Vehicles being driven by robots is nothing new. We've seen that in Google's self-driving cars, as well as prototypes from Lexus and Audi. However, Ford is putting the technology to a different use. They're using autonomous robots to operate new vehicles for the sole purpose of stress testing them on Ford's race course. Read The Full Story

TiVo fighting DirecTV for Hulu analysts claim

Chris Davies, Jun 17th 2013 Discuss [0]

TiVo is tipped to be among the potential suitors for Hulu, with the DVR company said to be a rival to DirecTV who, in reports late last week, was described as in "very advanced stages" to acquire the on-demand service. The suggestion, from market intelligence firm StreetAccount, described TiVo's recent share price bump as on "follow-through from speculation on a Hulu acquisition", Zatz Not Funny reports. Read The Full Story

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LiveMap Google Glass concept prototyped in motorcycle helmet

Craig Lloyd, Jun 17th 2013 Discuss [3]

While Google Glass can enable hands-free video recording, it's not exactly ideal in every situation. Take motorcycle riding for example: Google Glass probably isn't too comfortable to wear when you have a helmet squeezing your head at the same time. It works, sure, but there has to be a better way. Enter LiveMap's own solution. Read The Full Story

HTC Desire 200 leaks as budget HTC One mini

Chris Burns, Jun 17th 2013 Discuss [1]

The tiniest of HTC smartphones from this HTC One generation appears to have leaked today with the name "HTC Desire 200" attached to it. While this little amalgamation of metal, plastic, and glass might look like a palm-sized HTC One, it's only a shadow of its larger hero cousin. Instead, this machine will aim for the ultra-budget crowd, bringing with it a low-resolution display and a slightly older version of Android and Sense than the common 2013 smartphone. Read The Full Story

Steve Jobs biography paperback version coming in fall with new cover shot

Craig Lloyd, Jun 17th 2013 Discuss [1]

The best-selling biography of Steve Jobs written by Walter Isaacson will be getting a paperback version this fall, and it will feature a new cover shot of a young Steve Jobs in a similar pose to that of the current hard-cover version of the biography. The new paperback version will also include and updated afterword section. Read The Full Story

Skype Video Messaging graduates from beta with unlimited clip support

Chris Davies, Jun 17th 2013 Discuss [5]

Skype has taken Skype Video Messaging out of beta, pushing the three minute clip-sharing service to most of its desktop and mobile apps. Previewed back in February - though limited at the time to just 20 messages per user - the full launch of the Video Messaging service includes unlimited use and doesn't require one of Skype's premium packages, taking on MMS video in the process. Read The Full Story

Text-juggling ebook DRM uses unique watermarks to track pirates

Craig Lloyd, Jun 17th 2013 Discuss [5]

A new DRM technology is being developed in Germany that gives every ebook a unique watermark of sorts, so that publishers can track them and see who is pirating copies. With the popularity of ereaders and ebooks on the rise, publishers are looking for new ways to combat the rise in piracy on ebooks, especially expensive ones. Read The Full Story

NASA picks astronaut class of 2013

Chris Davies, Jun 17th 2013 Discuss [0]

NASA has picked its next eight astronaut trainees, the so-called "NASA Class of 2013" selected from more than 6,000 applications, and the first time equal positions have been given to male and female candidates. The space agency threw open the virtual gates to would-be space explorers 18 months ago, with the promise of potential inclusion on missions to low-Earth orbit, an asteroid, and even Mars should they get through the grueling training process. Read The Full Story

Xbox One promises no gouging on next-gen games

Craig Lloyd, Jun 17th 2013 Discuss [12]

Last week, we saw a lot of new games jump into the limelight for both the Xbox One and the PlayStation 4, but one thing that wasn't mentioned was the price of these games. Gamers were left worried that these next-generation titles would see yet another price bump up to $69.99. However, it seems Microsoft is keeping prices of games at the usual $59.99 price point. Read The Full Story