Logitech Revue and accessories hands-on! (Update: video of video calling!)

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/06/logitech-revue-and-accessories-hands-on/

We just got some serious hands-on time with the Logitech Revue Google TV box, and it's all pretty slick, hardware-wise. The Keyboard and Mini Controller are just as well-done as you'd expect from Logitech, and the video calling features worked pretty seamlessly. We also managed to confirm that the Dish Network DVR integration is exclusive to Logitech -- it won't work on Sony Google TV devices, which is totally strange. We're headed back for video and we'll have some more in-depth impressions in a bit, but check out the pretty pictures in the galleries below for now.

Update: Dish and Google have both chimed in to clarify the "exclusive" deal. While Dish will exclusively sell Logitech's Google TV hardware, any other devices, including the ones from Sony, will pair with its DVRs in exactly the same way. Fragmentation (apparently) avoided -- for now.

Update 2: Okay, we've added some impressions just after the break. We're still trying to figure out exactly what's going on with the whole Dish integration thing, since we can't seem to get a straight answer, but we'll keep digging and let you know.

Gallery: Logitech Revue Google TV box

Gallery: Logitech Revue Video Camera hands-on!

Gallery: Logitech Revue Mini Controller hands-on!

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Logitech Revue and accessories hands-on! (Update: video of video calling!) originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 06 Oct 2010 16:57:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Samsung details 10.1-inch NF310 netbook, plans to ship this autumn

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/06/samsung-details-10-1-inch-nf310-netbook-plans-to-ship-this-autu/

We were able to peek Samsung's NF310 netbook at the front-end of last month, but now that a ship date is drawing near, the firm is dishing out a few more details in hopes of regaining your attention. As we'd heard, this 10.1-incher will boast a dual-core Intel Atom N550 processor, but we've now learned that it'll also arrive with 1GB of DDR3 memory, a 250GB hard drive, 1366 x 768 resolution display, an Earth-rattling three watt stereo speaker setup, 802.11b/g/n WiFi and a battery that'll purportedly last over nine hours. The whole thing weighs in at 2.87 pounds, but the inclusion of Windows 7 Starter bums us out a bit. At any rate, it'll be out and about this fall for $399, trying its best to showcase a spill-resistant keyboard, larger-than-average touchpad and an array of Sleep & Charge USB ports.

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Samsung details 10.1-inch NF310 netbook, plans to ship this autumn originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 06 Oct 2010 19:58:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sony's Google TV screen sizes and prices leak?

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/07/sonys-google-tv-screen-sizes-and-prices-leak/

While its controller may have a button layout that only an Atari Jaguar apologist could love (...), Sony's Google TV set itself is still something intriguing, if only because of the missing pieces of the puzzle set to be revealed October 12th. Or now, perhaps, if this Sony Insider leak proves true. According to the site, four models will initially be introduced: NSX-24GT1, NSX-32GT1, NSX-40GT1, and NSX-46GT1 -- which, as you may have surmised, correspond to 24-, 32-, 40-, and 46-inch sets. While no price is known for the littlest of the quartet, the others are reportedly equipped with respective $1299.99, $1499.99, and $1899.99 price tags. The lowest of those three is about $300 more than BRAVIA EX710, the most expensive Sony 32-incher right now. Three Benjamins could also net you the Logitech Revue and the freedom to hook it up to any TV you wanted, so if these prices are true, let's hope there's some wiggle room for the retailer.

Sony's Google TV screen sizes and prices leak? originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 07 Oct 2010 01:07:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sony outs world's first 16.41 megapixel cellphone sensor

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/07/sony-kicks-out-worlds-first-16-41-megapixel-cmos-sensor-for-mob/

Uh, wow, guess the megapixel race isn't over. Sony just announced the world's first 16.41 megapixel CMOS sensor for mobile phones putting today's 12 megapixel units to shame. The 1/2.8-inch back-illuminated Exmor R model IMX081PQ sensor packs an industry smallest 1.12μm unit cell size and is capable of shooting 1080p at 30fps or 720p at 60fps. Sony claims to have solved some of the issues related to those incredibly small pixel sizes by implementing a unique formation of photo diodes to achieve a sensor with high resolution, high sensitivity, and low noise. Expect it to begin sampling in January 2011 for ¥2,500 (about $30) per or ¥12,000 (about $145) when packaged with a 10.5 x 10.5 x 7.9 mm IU081F autofocus lens module that ships in March -- prices that will come down dramatically when purchased in bulk. A second, 1/3.2-inch 8.13 megapixel IMX105PQ sensor with IU105F2 lens module (pictured on the right) will be out in April for a lot less.

Sony outs world's first 16.41 megapixel cellphone sensor originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 07 Oct 2010 01:25:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Joby goes slim with Cree-equipped Gorillatorch Blade LED flexi-light

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/07/joby-goes-slim-with-cree-equipped-gorillatorch-blade-led-flexi-l/

Joby broke out of its mold last year with its first-ever flexible flashlight, but frankly speaking, the bulb on the end of it was downright bulky. A year later, we're looking at a far slimmer and far sexier model -- one that relies on Cree's XLamp XP-C LED bulbs in order to output 130 lumens of light in a pocket-friendly package. The Gorillatorch Blade is a rugged, tripod-equipped flashlight that boasts a rechargeable internal battery (USB or AC adapter) an aluminum chassis and an adjustable beam. She's also water and drop-resistant, but we aren't certain we'd be eager to push the boundaries there; at any rate, it's on sale now for $59.95, and yes, the DIY mechanic in your life could definitely use a couple.

Gallery: Joby Gorillatorch Blade LED flexi-light

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Revised PhotoTrackr Plus works with Nikon D90, D3100, D5000 and D7000

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/07/revised-phototrackr-plus-works-with-nikon-d90-d3100-d5000-and/

Nothing like a little competition in the morning, eh? Just days after the Foolography Unleashed Bluetooth geotagging family hit the scene, in flies GiSTEQ with a mildly tweaked PhotoTrackr Plus (RT90, compared to last year's RT10). The only major difference with this guy is its list of compatible cameras -- Nikon's D90, D3100, D5000, and D7000 are now supported. It's still a two-piece solution, which requires users to plug one end directly onto the camera, but it touts near-instant bootup, low power consumption and the incredible ability of making far-fetched dreams come true. And by "far-fetched dreams," we mean "help you remember where your photos were taken." It's available now for $179 if you're memory's fading faster than ever before.

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Fillerati Generates Dummy Text From Classic Literary Works [Design]

Source: http://feeds.gawker.com/~r/lifehacker/full/~3/tkpTIoV065U/fillerati-generates-dummy-text-from-classic-literary-works

If you're looking to jazz up your design and get away from using the standard Lorem ipsum dummy text, Fillerati generates blocks of filler text from classic novels. More »

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UltraCopier Is a Variable-Speed Batch File Copier [Downloads]

Source: http://feeds.gawker.com/~r/lifehacker/full/~3/96UM7luYViA/ultracopier-is-a-variable+speed-batch-file-copier

Windows/Mac/Linux: UltraCopier is a cross-platform file copier with an emphasis on enhancing native OS file transfer with error checking, transfer pause/resume, and speed control. More »

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Pay In Checks to Your PayPal Account Thanks to Their Latest iPhone App Update [IPhone Apps]

Source: http://gizmodo.com/5656800/pay-in-checks-to-your-paypal-account-on-their-latest-iphone-app-update

Chase customers have been depositing checks via iPhones for months now, but from today millions of PayPal users will never have to go to the bank again. Well, other than to steal pens or use their toilet.

To use the app, you must take a photo of the front and rear of a check, whizz them off digitally, and then wait about six days for the money to show up in your PayPal account. Pretty easy, and it's something I'd definitely be using if I had an iPhone. Or got paid in checks. [iTunes via 9to5Mac]

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Nikon Coolpix P7000 reviewed: a serious contender, but sluggish RAW performance

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/05/nikon-coolpix-p7000-reviewed-a-serious-contender-but-sluggish/

In case you weren't aware, competition's getting some kind of fierce down in that $400 to $800 not-quite-a-DSLR realm. We've got interchangeable lens options galore, a new breed of high performance compacts and the Canon G12. Nikon's got its aim planted firmly on the latter with the Coolpix P7000, a decidedly prosumer camera with the body of a point-and-shoot and the controls of a pro rig. The good folks over at Photography Blog recently put the P7000 through its paces, and while they adored the optical viewfinder, the build quality and the zoom range, they couldn't quite get over the notably sluggish RAW performance. Worse still, Nikon has yet again changed up its RAW formula, with the newfangled NRW+ only being understandable by the company's own software for the moment. They found "no unwanted noise" from ISO 100 to 400, with only mild amounts at 800 and 1600; the extra pro-like features were also lauded (neutral density filter, zoom step feature, virtual horizon and tonal range histogram), and with an exception for that sluggish RAW mode, they found it tough to not recommend. Particularly for those of you who'd prefer to stick with JPEG anyway, this here shooter looks to be a solid option if you've got the cash ($499.99 MSRP), but we'd recommend poring over the source link before making a final call.

Nikon Coolpix P7000 reviewed: a serious contender, but sluggish RAW performance originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 05 Oct 2010 14:57:00 EDT. Please see o! ur terms for use of feeds.

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AT&T debuts trio of Motorola Android phones: Bravo, Flipout and Flipside

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/05/atandt-debuts-trio-of-motorola-android-phones-bravo-flipout-and/

Looking to get an Android device on AT&T? Then you're soon going to have a few more options to consider -- the carrier has just announced three new Android-based phones from Motorola. Those include the touchscreen-only Bravo (not to be confused with the HTC Bravo), and the QWERTY-equipped Flipout and Flipside, all of which will ship with Android 2.1 and the latest version of MOTOBLUR. Of the three, the Bravo is the highest-end, with it packing a 3.7-inch 854 x 480 display, an 800MHz TI OMAP 3610 processor, a 3-megapixel camera, and DLNA support for media streaming. The Flipout and Flipside, on the other hand, each pack a 720MHz TI OMPA 3410 processor, the same 3-megapixel camera, and a 2.8-inch QVGA and 3.1-inch HVGA screen, respectively. Somewhat notably, the Flipside also boasts a surprisingly large trackpad, which AT&T says will let you navigate with one hand while keeping your fingers off the screen (though it does, in fact, have a touchscreen). Look for the Flipout to be available first on October 17th for $79.99 on a two-year contract, while the Flipside and Bravo should be each available before the holiday season for $99.99 and $129.99, respectively.

P.S. - We just heard from a trusted source that the Bravo and the previously-leaked Kobe are, in fact, one and the same. Nice to close that thread, then.

Gallery: Motorola Bravo, Flipout and Flipside for AT&T

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AT&T debuts trio of Motorola Android phones: Bravo, Flipout and Flipside originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 05 Oct 2010 15:18:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Google Goggles reaches the App Store, only supported on iPhone 3GS and iPhone 4

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/05/google-goggles-reaches-the-app-store-only-supported-on-iphone-3/

We can't exactly figure out why Google wants to give away all of Android's competitive advantages, but hey, we doubt the legions of iOS users are kvetching. Ten months after the first public build of Goggles hit the Android Market, the same app is now making waves on the iPhone. Rather than being a standalone app, Goggles is being wrapped into a new version of the Google Mobile App; users simply tap on the camera button to search using Goggles. As you've come to expect, it'll analyze the image and highlight any object it recognizes, allowing Retina Display fanboys to touch on said objects to learn more. It'll be rolling out free of charge to App Stores worldwide today, but since it requires an auto-focusing camera, it's supported only on iPhone 3GS and iPhone 4 running iOS 4 or above. The pain of progress, we guess.

[Thanks, Mark]

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Google Goggles reaches the App Store, only supported on iPhone 3GS and iPhone 4 originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 05 Oct 2010 17:29:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Intel's 25nm solid state drives boast huge capacity, improved reliability, four times longer life?

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/05/intels-25nm-solid-state-drives-boast-huge-capacity-improved-re/

Solid state storage is maturing rapidly, as you can see on this allegedly leaked slide, but AnandTech reports that the improvements aren't all about price per gigabyte -- the 25nm successor to Intel's X25-M G2 is shaping up to be one killer drive. In addition to increasing capacity to 600GB for a 2.5-incher and 300GB for a 1.8-inch size, the publication reports that the Postville Refresh will bring up to 40,000 IOPS in random 4K writes, and transfer larger sequential files with up-to-250MB/s reads and 170MB/s writes. To put that in context, they should be competitive with today's very best SandForce SF-1200 drives, and hopefully trounce them on price. More impressive (if true), however, is that these new Intel X25-M G3 units are built to last: they're reportedly able to transfer at least 30TB before they give up the ghost, and have a "power safe write cache" feature that may keep errant power outages from prematurely conking them out. We don't exactly expect OCZ, Corsair, Mushkin and Crucial to sit around while Intel revolutionizes the market, though -- even if Intel's 25nm plant only benefits Intel, smaller die sizes will help solid state storage companies across the board.

Intel's 25nm solid state drives boast huge capacity, improved reliability, four times longer life? originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 05 Oct 2010 17:57:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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