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Dropcam HD hands-on

Chris Burns, Jan 10th 2012 Discuss [2]

There's a camera out there today, folks, a camera by the name of Dropcam HD - one that when we got a hands-on look at, we were flabbergasted at the awesomeness and simplicity of as not only is it able to monitor your home environment in a completely non-intrusive way, it's all quite inexpensive. This device is the "easiest way to check in on what you care about" as they say, and is able to work with you to bring the video and images it captures to you need in a rather sleek form factor as well. The whole thing also works in pitch dark and is able to pick up 720p HD video for superior quality viewing. Read The Full Story

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HP ENVY 15 Hands on and unboxing

Michael Crider, Dec 30th 2011 Discuss [26]

The ENVY series of laptops has defined HP’s high end for the last few years, and the trend continues with the newly remodeled ENVY 15. The high-powered series has become popular in the PC crowd thanks to lower and lower prices for some very respectable hardware. The last time we took a look at the ENVY series was the ENVY 17 3D nearly a year ago, and it left us quite impressed. HP sent over the ENVY 15 for us to check out, and initial observations are promising.

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Xbox Live gets YouTube, Verizon FiOS TV and more

Rue Liu, Dec 13th 2011 Discuss [2]

Microsoft had detailed earlier this month its plans to challenge cable TV by adding more content and improved features to its Xbox Live service. Today, the first wave of new content and video services has hit Xbox Live, including apps like YouTube and Verizon's FiOS TV. Read The Full Story

Google acquires RightsFlow to boost YouTube and music offerings

Rue Liu, Dec 9th 2011 Discuss [1]

Google announced today via its YouTube blog that it has purchased New York-based startup RightsFlow to manage its music licensing efforts. This move could help boost YouTube as a hub for music videos, adding to the content that it already offers through its partnership with Vevo. This could also speed up licensing for Google's own music store. Read The Full Story

Google Currents: Digital magazine for iOS and Android

Chris Davies, Dec 8th 2011 Discuss [8]

Google Currents has been officially launched, a digital magazine for iPad, iPhone and Android smartphones and tablets delivering full-length articles from over 150 different publishing partners including SlashGear. Optimized to suit phones and slates, Currents offers text, audio, photos and videos, including offline support, as well as the ability to load users’ own Google+ and Google Reader accounts along with RSS, video and photo feeds to consume your own customized content.

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LG Nitro HD hands-on and unboxing

Cory Gunther, Dec 2nd 2011 Discuss [7]

If you want a top tier Android smartphone rocking just about all the top of the line specs we’ve seen lately then you’ll want to keep reading and check out the brand new LG Nitro HD. Powered by a dual-core processor and AT&T 4G LTE this phone is here to compete with the best. Also, don’t forget that huge and bright 4.5″ 1280 x 720p HD resolution display LG’s equipped this phone with. We have plenty of pictures and a quick hands-on with this new smartphone so check it all out below.

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Reviews

Samsung Galaxy S II Review [AT&T]

Cory Gunther, Sep 26th 2011 Discuss [30]

Say hello to the Samsung Galaxy S II for AT&T now that this phone has finally landed in the US. I’m sure everyone was jealous it was first released throughout Europe and Asia, but for those that have patiently been waiting it’s finally here and available for AT&T. The first one available, the Epic 4G Touch just launched and you can see it here, but this is all about the AT&T version of the popular Galaxy S II phone. Head on below for all the details and pictures you could ask for.

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Lenovo ThinkPad Tablet hands-on

Cory Gunther, Sep 23rd 2011 Discuss [7]

For all the power users and business minded today we have the ultimate tablet for you. This is the Lenovo ThinkPad Tablet. With a similar design and feel to current and past Lenovo laptops, but with that flare we call Android 3.1 Honeycomb. This has it all from a dual-core processor, stylus support and even a full sized USB port for all your connectivity needs. Today we'll be doing a quick hands-on with the tablet and you can expect a detailed review soon. Head down past the break for the unboxing video and a few quick pictures. Read The Full Story

YouTube adds basic video editing features

Rue Liu, Sep 14th 2011 Discuss [1]

YouTube unleashed an update today that adds some basic video editing features to its online video platform. Besides basic settings such as stabilization, brightness, contrast, and saturation, the update also offers special effects filters similar to those found on apps like Instagram. Read The Full Story

Griffin HELO TC iPhone-controlled helicopter on sale now [Video]

Chris Davies, Aug 17th 2011 Discuss [7]

Griffin told us to expect its low-cost iPhone-controlled HELO TC helicopter in time for the holiday shopping season, but it seems the company just couldn't wait to put the R/C toy on sale. $49.99 gets you a rechargeable chopper bristling with LEDs and, while lacking the video streaming of something like the Parrot AR.Drone, has far less of an impact on your bank account. Read The Full Story

Blockbuster Attempts Neftlix Customer Thievery in Wake of Price Hikes

Chris Burns, Jul 14th 2011 Discuss [3]

If you're not aware that Netflix is raising their prices in all sects, you're not a Netflix customer. On the other hand, you'd have to not be Netflix customer to give a hoot what Blockbuster was doing with their video plans. But that's just the plan Blockbuster has, to scoop up the Netflix customers who've recently left the movie rental group because of the rising prices they've recently revealed. What Blockbuster has here is a 30-day free trial of their normally $9.99 to $14.99 per month service known as Blockbuster Total Access. Read The Full Story

ASUS PadFone hands-on roundup [Video]

Chris Davies, May 30th 2011 Discuss [6]

ASUS’ PadFone is currently splitting opinion at Computex 2011, and not just because the company has bizarrely chosen to brand the décolletage of its demo model. As well as a couple of ASUS-made demos, we’re seeing a number of hands-on first impressions of the hybrid phone/tablet prototype, and we’ve gathered them all up for you after the cut.