Monday, July 25, 2011

AT&T confirms LG Thrill 4G pricing, release 'in the coming weeks'

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2011/07/25/atandt-confirms-lg-thrill-4g-pricing-release-in-the-coming-weeks/


Pricing for the LG Thrill 4G popped up on Radio Shack's corporate systems a few days ago, at $80 with a two-year contract. AT&T just shared its official Thrill pricing, however, with the glasses-free 3D smartphone commanding a healthy $99 at the company's retails stores when it ships "in the coming weeks." That timeframe meshes nicely with the August 7th launch date that a pair of Radio Shack insiders shared with us last week, though until we receive confirmation otherwise, it's within reason to expect that devices will begin to ship before or even after that date. Either way, it doesn't look like you'll need to hold out much longer for your Thrill, with only a few more days of tranquility to go before the excitement begins.

AT&T confirms LG Thrill 4G pricing, release 'in the coming weeks' originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 25 Jul 2011 11:40:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Gigabyte G1 Assassin motherboard is a last-gen gamer's dream come true

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2011/07/25/gigabyte-g1-assassin-motherboard-is-a-last-gen-gamers-dream-com/

Gigabyte G1 Assasin
For a motherboard, the G1 Assassin from Gigabyte sure is gaudy and actually rather interesting. First off, that Killer E2100 networking solution from Bigfoot has been integrated into the board, as has Creative's X-Fi audio. The three-year-old X58 chipset at its heart is starting to look a little long in the tooth but, with support for three-way SLI or four-way CrossFireX, 24GB of RAM, and Intel's Extreme Edition processors, you probably won't miss Sandy Bridge too much. Starting at around $450 the Assassin isn't for everyone, but hardcore gamers determined to squeeze every ounce of performance from of their setup will not be disappointed. The one unfortunate fault of the G1 is timing -- the next-gen of high-end performance parts from Chipzilla are right around the corner. Though, that banana clip-shaped heat sink has to count for something. We know you like benchmarks, so check out the reviews below.

Read - HotHardware
Read - Legit Reviews
Read - Overclock 3D
Read - TechRadar

Gigabyte G1 Assassin motherboard is a last-gen gamer's dream come true originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 25 Jul 2011 12:56:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Casio's Bluetooth 4.0 G-Shock is water and shock-resistant, FCC-approved

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2011/07/25/casios-bluetooth-4-0-g-shock-is-water-and-shock-resistant-fcc/

The latest G-Shock watch from Casio boasts the usual array of shock and water-resistant claims, and now it can add FCC acceptance to the list, having passed through that government agency's approval process. So, why did this wristwatch hit the FCC in the first place? Well, the rugged little timekeeper is packing Bluetooth 4.0 in its bag of tricks, which lets the wearable gadget communicate with your smartphone. No word on a release date, but Casio did mention a fairly broad "some time in 2011" window when it was first announced back in March. Here's hoping that its FCC debut will speed the shock-filled process along.

Casio's Bluetooth 4.0 G-Shock is water and shock-resistant, FCC-approved originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 25 Jul 2011 15:32:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Snail Mail My Email outsources your emotions to foreign hands

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2011/07/25/snail-mail-my-email-outsources-your-emotions-to-foreign-hands/

We bet the Britney Spears' classic Email My Heart would take great offense (and potential intellectual property beef) to Ivan Cash's startup, Snail Mail My Email. The 25-year old entrepreneur and lover of the quaint, soon-to-be anachronistic form of communication quit his advertising day job in favor of an out-of-pocket, handwritten transcription service. That's right, Cash and his global network of volunteers painstakingly re-create your digital salvos with the flourish of awkward and potentially illegible penmanship for free. Before you rush to overwhelm his servers with epic, misspelled ravings, pay close attention to that 100 word limit -- do-gooders' hands get tired, ya know. It's a quirky approach to letting that special someone know you care, and a great way to say, "I hope while you're reading this you're no longer drooling or pooping in your pants." (Their words, we swear!)

Snail Mail My Email outsources your emotions to foreign hands originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 25 Jul 2011 16:59:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Dell UltraSharp U2412M display features 1920 x 1200-pixel resolution and IPS, doesn't cost $999

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2011/07/25/dell-ultrasharp-u2412m-display-features-1080p-resolution-and-ips/


Sure, 1080p HDTVs aren't exactly an ultra luxury these days, but a 1920 x 1200-pixel IPS panel on your desk? That's a privilege often enjoyed by HD film editors, graphic designers, and those of us who know how to beat the technology ordering system at work. Luckily, Dell's new UltraSharp U2412M isn't ultra expensive, delivering over 2.3 million pixels with its 24-inch LED-backlit display. It also features in-plane switching (IPS) with a wide viewing angle, a 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio, DisplayPort and DVI connectivity, a built-in USB hub, and height adjustability. Oh, and it retails for $399. That price tag may make you reconsider spending an extra $200 per inch for Apple's new $999 Thunderbolt Display, though Dell's 24-incher notably lacks a built-in webcam, and is somewhat limited in the connectivity department. Still, we like to see HD monitors that don't cost more than many all-in-ones, and, knowing Dell, you should be able to find the U2412M for less than retail, assuming you're willing to test your patience with that 17-inch CRT for a few more weeks.

Dell UltraSharp U2412M display features 1920 x 1200-pixel resolution and IPS, doesn't cost $999 originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 25 Jul 2011 17:32:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Ripple updates its Look nettop with Fusion E-Series chip, leaves its handsome design alone

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2011/07/25/ripple-updates-its-look-nettop-with-fusion-e-series-chip-leaves/

We don't cover nettops a whole lot around these parts, but we were powerless not to gawk when Ripple Korea unveiled the Look, a shapely nettop with a slick paintjob to match. At the time, it packed a dual-core Atom processor and integrated Intel graphics, in keeping with nettops' reputation for not being the most powerful PCs on the shelf. The next generation might be a bit more capable, though -- Ripple just refreshed it with an AMD Fusion E-350 ("Zacate") chip, which means you can almost certainly expect a bump in graphics performance this go 'round. Other than that, the specs haven't changed much: like the previous generation, it comes with 2GB of RAM and a 320GB hard drive. No word on pricing, though if the Fusion version is like its Atom-powered predecessor, you'll have your best chances of nabbing one if you make the pilgrimage to Seoul.

Ripple updates its Look nettop with Fusion E-Series chip, leaves its handsome design alone originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 25 Jul 2011 19:29:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sony Cyber-shot TX55 packs 16.2-megapixel sensor, promises 'extremely low' noise in dim light

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2011/07/25/sony-cyber-shot-tx55-packs-16-2-megapixel-sensor-promises-extr/


With point and shoot cameras apparently now up against a megapixel wall, manufacturers are focusing on adding quirky new features to keep you hooked on the upgrade cycle. Sony's new Cyber-shot TX55 includes several such additions, such as 'amazing' 3D image capture, 'extremely low' noise, and a new digital zoom technology called By Pixel Super Resolution, which promises to double the camera's 5x optical zoom range while still capturing 16.2-megapixel images at full quality. We're a bit skeptical about that last one, but if the $350 camera really can deliver on its promise, then we may just have a winner. Sony says there's also high-speed autofocus that can lock onto subjects in 0.1 seconds, optical image stabilization, a 3.3-inch OLED touch-screen, and 1080i AVCHD video. It also includes some features found on the higher-end NEX-C3, such as Picture Effects, and a 42.9-megapixel Sweep Panorama mode. Sony has yet to completely nix the Memory Stick slot, including one with the TX55, though there's also MicroSD support for those who prefer to take advantage of that more affordable memory card standard. We're not yet convinced that all of the point-and-shoot cam's new features perform as well as Sony suggests, but if they do, the TX55 may even be worth its $350 price tag when it hits stores in September.

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Sony Cyber-shot TX55 packs 16.2-megapixel sensor, promises 'extremely low' noise in dim light originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 25 Jul 2011 00:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Facebook just released a dedicated iPad app, except it didn't

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2011/07/25/facebook-just-released-a-dedicated-ipad-app-except-it-didnt/

Mark Zuckerberg ruffled some feathers when he said the iPad "isn't mobile" enough to deserve a dedicated Facebook app. But now it's U-turn time. TechCrunch just revealed that not only has Facebook created a fully-fledged iPad app, they've even released it -- albeit in secret. The code lies buried in yesterday's update to the iPhone app and it's entirely executable on jailbroken tablets. What's the software like? Well, TechCrunch reckons the left-sided navigation system and use of overlay menus is "great," as is the ability to chat with buddies while simultaneously doing other Facebook tasks in landscape mode. There's also a ton of screen grabs at the source link which tell much of the story. However, it surely won't be long before we can make our own minds up.

Facebook just released a dedicated iPad app, except it didn't originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 25 Jul 2011 06:35:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Kinect-driven tactile bodysuit makes you tingle in eight different places

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2011/07/25/kinect-driven-tactile-bodysuit-makes-you-tingle-in-eight-differe/

We know the US Army has already experimented with vibrating clothing, and soon it could be our turn. The trendy figure-hugger above is rigged with haptic actuators across the arms and torso, which respond when the wearer's body 'touches' virtual objects created via Microsoft's Kinect platform. The outfit's designers at the University of Aachen spent just a few hundred dollars on components, aside from the cost of the Kinect, so this might well have commercial potential. Click the source link if you're really keen to see a concept video -- although it doesn't consist of much beyond a German dude doing the Hey Macarena in his socks.

[Thanks, Jarod]

Kinect-driven tactile bodysuit makes you tingle in eight different places originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 25 Jul 2011 07:45:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Andy Pad Pro gets detailed while Andy Pad makes film debut (video)

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2011/07/25/andy-pad-pro-gets-detailed-while-andy-pad-makes-film-debut-vide/

Andy Pad
Low-cost Android, actually looking decent? Seems like it. We've caught wind of a few hitting the scene at this point, and there's little question that the Andy Pad folks appear to have something better in mind. The company's been slowly releasing info on Twitter about its 7-inch Andy Pad and Pro variant, and has also recently updated its website; the AP Pro's finally been priced for £179 (about $290) and there's now a full shot of the slates along with specs. While we knew the Pro would have a capacitive touchscreen and front / rear cams, those "additional features" have panned out to be an increased 1024 x 600 screen resolution and Bluetooth connectivity (it seems the 16GB model was this version all along). Still aching to see one in action? AP's also posted a YouTube clip of the base model zipping along and effortlessly hurling Angry Birds through its Gingerbread scented air. It'll still be about month until the duo hit the streets, but for now, you'll find the video past the break.

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Andy Pad Pro gets detailed while Andy Pad makes film debut (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 25 Jul 2011 08:16:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sunday, July 24, 2011

The Rich Needn't Experience Society's Ills Ever Again Aboard a Tropical Island Megayacht [Yachts]

Source: http://gizmodo.com/5824206/the-rich-need-not-experience-societys-ills-ever-again-aboard-their-tropical-island-megayacht/gallery/

The Rich Needn't Experience Society's Ills Ever Again Aboard a Tropical Island MegayachtI've read Jonathan Swift's A Modest Proposal, so forgive me a moment, but I couldn't help but wonder if the poor would make the best fuel for this floating in-your-face exuberance from the folks at Yacht Island Design.

The Rich Needn't Experience Society's Ills Ever Again Aboard a Tropical Island MegayachtHelipad? Check. Volcano with waterfall? Of course. Pool on a ship floating in the world's largest pool? Naturally. Oh, and the volcano/waterfall combo is also a cabana. Like you didn't see that coming.

The Rich Needn't Experience Society's Ills Ever Again Aboard a Tropical Island MegayachtPowering it all would be the world's poor, because their slender matchstick frames are akin to brittle kindling, and I imagine they'd be at least half as effective as diesel fuel or whatever it is powers 90-meter-long floating cabana megayachts these days. Plus, they're free and easily found all around the world, and their self-sustaining numbers are graciously increasing every day!

The Rich Needn't Experience Society's Ills Ever Again Aboard a Tropical Island MegayachtYes, it's a concept design, but honestly, people and their money sometimes. WTF?

The Rich Needn't Experience Society's Ills Ever Again Aboard a Tropical Island Megayacht The top speed is 15 knots. [Gizmag]

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Leaked: iPhone 5 "Assistant" Is Enhanced Crowd-Sourcing Voice Control Based on Siri [Leaks]

Source: http://gizmodo.com/5824217/leaked-iphone-5-assistant-is-enhanced-crowd+sourcing-voice-control-based-on-siri

Leaked: iPhone 5 "Assistant" Is Enhanced Crowd-Sourcing Voice Control Based on SiriAlthough it's not currently available in the iOS 5 developer beta, a new leak at 9to5Mac has indicated a curious voice control feature called Assistant could be making its way into the mysterious iPhone 5 when it launches.

Sorry, "if" it launches, since there's been nothing but rumor and rampant speculation about the next version of the iPhone basically since the last one launched.

But! On to the Assistant thing that will probably/definitely be exclusive to the iPhone 5. It's based on the Siri technology that Apple acquired when it bought that company, and will do a whole lot more than just haphazardly dial contacts when you say people's names as the current iPhone does now.

Instead, the theoretical iPhone 5 will convert speech to text, scour the data on your phone to make specific location-based recommendations for your queries, and use crowd-sourcing to fine tune the system and reduce errors (after all the privacy snafus associated with the iPhone 4 and Facebook we have to asume this with permission). [9to5 Mac]

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iCam Bypasses Clunky Factory-Installed Camera Interfaces with an iPhone [Cameras]

Source: http://gizmodo.com/5824212/icam-bypasses-clunky-factory+installed-camera-interfaces-with-an-iphone

iCam Bypasses Clunky Factory-Installed Camera Interfaces with an iPhoneZeki Ozek wants to complement your current camera with an iPhone and eliminate SD cards, clunky factory-installed interfaces and whatever else attaching Apple's smartphone to the back of your rig might accomplish.

He proposes we do it with iCam, a camera with a dock in the back that syncs up with an iPhone courtesy the 22 pin connector. The concept won a Red Dot Design Concept award this year, based on what I assume is the design's incredibly broad potential. Strapping a powerful, portable touchscreen computer to the back of a custom-built camera can do that for you. Plus, wireless connectivity. Cannot understimate the convenience of that.

I imagine cameras will be wireless, hyper-connected, uber-customizable devices in the near future anyway, but there's no denying the iPhone's potential in this early, specific case. [Rexplore]

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Samsung SPH-M930 to give Boost Mobile a keyboard-packing Charge?

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2011/07/24/samsung-sph-m930-to-give-boost-mobile-a-keyboard-packing-charge/

Like Android, QWERTY keyboards, and paying as you go? Boy, have we got the handset for you. This is the Samsung SPH-M930, a Droid Charge-looking slider reportedly destined for the pre-paid world of Boost Mobile. The Gingerbread handset is said to be rocking a 1GHz Qualcomm chip and is a mere FCC approval away from your thumbs.

Samsung SPH-M930 to give Boost Mobile a keyboard-packing Charge? originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 24 Jul 2011 03:18:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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AT&T Google Nexus S on sale today, exclusive to Best Buy

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2011/07/24/atandt-google-nexus-s-on-sale-today-exclusive-to-best-buy/

AT&T Google Nexus S on sale, exclusive to best buy
If you shelled out 600 clams for an unlocked Nexus S, buyer's remorse starts now: the subsidized AT&T version is out today. Available exclusively from Best Buy (and exclusively in black), the AT&T Nexus S will set you back only a paltry $99 with a two-year contract. Is the loss of color choice (and that whole "SIM-locked to AT&T" thing) worth the savings? We'll leave that up to you and your (Google) wallet.

AT&T Google Nexus S on sale today, exclusive to Best Buy originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 24 Jul 2011 13:56:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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