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Samsung Galaxy S II nearly explodes while in a man's pocket
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A man by the name of Silly22 on the XDA Developers forum recently posted images of a badly damaged Samsung Galaxy S II along with a mildly terrifying story of why it looks the way it does. The story goes something like this: a friend of Silly22 had the smartphone pictured below in his pocket when all of a sudden he felt a burning sensation in his leg. When he pulled the device out of his pocket smoke started coming out. The victim (how often do we get to use that word?!) says that his device is barely 2 weeks old and that he wasn’t even using it that heavily.
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Hitachi Announces CP-RX94 Projector
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This device features 2600 ANSI lumens, a 2000:1 contrast ratio, and XGA (1024 x 768) resolution. The main feature with this device is its Intelligent Eco technology. This feature is able to detect the brightness in the room and adjust the projector’s brightness accordingly. This will help prolong the lamp life and help cut down power consumption. Other key features include a built-in speaker, closed captioning, security features, and more. Hitachi has priced the CP-RX94 at just under $460.
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Projectiondesign Unveils FL35 wqxga Projector
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This device is based off of the F35 projector platform, but with some major improvements. The projector features an impressive WQXGA (2560 x 1600) resolution and uses 2nd Generation solid-state ReaLED illumination technology. Unfortunately, the company is not releasing a lot of information at this time. Mike Raines, Visual Simulation Manager at projectiondesign says, “The next generation of our LED projectors are based on the mantra of providing our customers with the best quality and innovation. Users will benefit from an image consistent over time. The higher resolution FL35 wqxga projector reduces the number of channels needed to configure simulation systems with clarity beyond eye-limiti...
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Optoma Announces EH7500 Projector
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This device is capable of projecting a WUXGA (1920 x 1200) resolution and 6500 ANSI lumens. This makes the projector the company’s brightest model to date. Designed mainly for large indoor venues like auditoriums, houses of worship, and large board rooms, Optoma has fitted the projector with dual lamps. Not only does this provide the projector’s impressive brightness levels, but also allows the projector to be able to function for 24/7 operations. In order to increase the projector’s flexibility, Optoma has created a new series of lenses that can be sold separately. Head of Product Management, Justin Halls said, “Optoma have listened extensively to the market to understand precisely what is ...
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Klipsch Introduces New High-Performance Subwoofer
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Designed with a front-firing port to conveniently blend into any setup without loss of sound, the SW-115 subwoofer provides endless placement options within living spaces, custom home theaters and in-room installations. Weighing in at nearly 70 pounds, the SW-115 can also be fitted into a recess or cabinet to deliver maximum output with minimal resonance.
The SW-115 subwoofer employs a 15-inch active, non-resonant, woven fiberglass, extra-long-throw driver, while a BASH Digital Hybrid Amplifier delivers efficient, reliable power. Avant-garde engineering and a strategically-sized cabinet, woofer and amplifier establish effortless bass extension, surpassing subwoofers that would have cost upw...
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Acer announces Iconia Tab A200 packing Tegra 2 CPU, Ice Cream Sandwich on the way
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We've already seen it pass through the FCC and pop-up in a family-friendly video, but today, Acer's Iconia Tab A200 has finally received official status, courtesy of an announcement obtained by Netbook News. Powered by NVIDIA's 1GHz Tegra 2 processor, the company's latest Android slate comes with 1GB of RAM and boasts a "generous" 10.1-inch display, with 1280 x 800 resolution. Available in either Titanium Gray or Metallic Red, the slate also features a two megapixel front facing camera and, as we observed earlier, comes packed with Acer Ring -- a multitasking manager that provides shortcuts to Google Maps, screenshot functions and other apps. Acer says it began shipping Honeycomb-laced model...
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Sharp intros ultra-thin smartphone camera with stabilization
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Sharp has introduced a new smartphone camera sensor, which it claims to be the industry's thinnest CMOS component to offer optical image stabilization. The module features backside illumination to improve low-light performance, with an f/2.5 aperture and autofocus capabilities, all packed into a module that measures just 5.47mm thick.
The optical stabilization technology utilizes a mechanical lens-shift system to help reduce blur while capturing stills or videos. Still images are shot with 12.1-megapixel resolution, while videos can be recorded in 1080p resolution.
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Android app can detect Carrier IQ on your phone
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Carrier IQ is the new hotness when it comes to creepy tactics to get a hold of user data, but there is a new app for Android phones which will let you know whether or not the software is running on your device.
The app is courtesy of François Simond, a.k.a Supercurio, who put it together in just four hours. Unfortunately, the app will currently only detect whether or not Carrier IQ is on your device, but can't do anything about it. Of course, being the good samaritan that he is, Simond has put the code for the app on Github, so other developers will surely expand on his work. Simond also warns that anti-Carrier IQ fixes are not detected and can lead to false positives, but these issues sho...
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Australian court extends Samsung Galaxy Tab ban
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Samsung was dealt another setback in its attempt to sell the Galaxy Tab in Australia. Instead of launching the Galaxy Tab Friday at 4 pm, the Korean company must now wait until December 9th. It’s a significant setback that’ll cost Samsung a week’s worth of holiday sales.
Earlier this week, the Australian Supreme Court overturned the injunction that banned sales of the tablet device. Apple appealed this decision and, just as Samsung was ready to kick off sales, the Cupertino company was granted a week long extension to argue its case. This delays the Galaxy Tab’s launch by yet another week and leaves Samsung and its customers in the lurch.
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Acer released HR274H HD Monitor
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This display not only has 3D capabilities, but also full HD (1920 x 1080) resolution and a 100000000:1 dynamic contrast ratio. Measuring 27 inches, diagonally, the screen is specifically designed for gamers and comes with a low response time and a fast refresh rate. “The Acer HR274H delivers the highest level of realism available for fans of 3D games, TV programming, movies and photos,” said Chris White, senior director of product marketing, Acer America. “Every detail is so clear, bright and rich in color, immersing yourself in your favorite game or movie has never been so utterly exhilarating.” The HR274H is available now and retails for just under $700.
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Facebook status updates can now be up more than 60,000 characters
Like UnlikeYou may or may not be aware of this, but up until very recently, a Facebook status update had a 5,000 character limit, meaning if you really wanted to let your friends see your magnum opus update at 2:34 am on a Tuesday, you needed to use some other less restricted medium.
Well, no longer. As of yesterday, an update Facebook pushed out to users also included an upping of that limit to something beyond 60,000 characters, a far more lax limitation, and one that will no doubt encourage the creativity of many, many, many of the service's users. We'll leave it to you to decide whether or not the change is welcome.
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Amazon launches Spanish and Italian Kindle stores and native-language Kindle hardware
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Amazon's expanding the Kindle empire across Europe: after arriving in Germany and France earlier this year, Amazon is now launching in Spain and Italy. Spainish readers now have access to over 22,000 Spanish ebooks in the Kindle store, while Italy is getting 16,000 Italian ebooks; both countries are getting access to hundreds of free native-language ebooks as well. In all, Amazon's offering readers in those countries about 900,000 books, so the majority of the selection is still English-only. As for hardware, the standard Kindle is in stock now, priced at €99. That'll have to do for this holiday season — there's still no word on when the Kindle Touch and Kindle Fire are coming to Europe.
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Nokia Siemens drops WiMax business, NewNet picks it up
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Nokia Siemens Networks is selling its WiMax business to NewNet Communication Technologies, in a further sign that the long-term future is not looking too bright for WiMax in Europe and the States. NewNet didn't disclose details of the deal, but expects to close it out by the end of the year and take on around 300 employees. The company said it was interested in providing WiMax infrastructure on a global basis, but Nokia Siemens clearly didn't consider the technology a priority in its restructuring efforts — especially with an LTE Lumia 800 likely making its way to the US next year.
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Intel tipped to work on WiGig wireless docking stations for Ultrabooks
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I mentioned last week that Intel was said to be working on a new wired docking device for the Ultrabook lien that is tipped to be using Thunderbolt. This week we have another new rumor that points to Intel working on a second docking system for Ultraboosk, and this one is wireless. The new docking station uses WiGig tech that offers more bandwidth than 802.11n.
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Galaxy Nexus goes on sale early in Germany, makes itself Handy
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Ein Handy to rule them all? If you're living in the Googleverse, then yes. The Galaxy Nexus has already offered itself up for rabid consumption throughout the UK and now, it's sending das Deutsche Volk into a tizzy. Various reports have the handset leapfrogging its German release date by a week and landing on shelves at consumer electronics chain, Media Markt, although prices seem to be all over the place -- ranging from €629 (about $847) to €529 (about $713). It doesn't appear all local outlets have the devices in stock, but don't let that hold you back from trying your luck anyway. Now, if only us statesiders could get a firm launch date for Rubin's frosty treat.
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