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OUYA console's first exclusive game is 'Human Element' prequel from former Call...

Posted: 19 Jul 2012 02:52 PM PDT

OUYA console's first exclusive game is 'Human Element' prequel from former Call of Duty maker


OUYA console's first exclusive game is 'Human Element' prequel from former Call of Duty maker
After all the excitement from the Yves Behar-designed OUYA console's massive Kickstarter campaign fades away, like every other console it will be judged on the quality of its games we finally have the name of one. Robotoki president Robert Bowling -- best known as @fourzerotwo on Twitter and formerly as a producer from Infinity Ward for the Call of Duty series -- has announced plans to bring an "episodic prequel" to the company's first game Human Element exclusively to OUYA. While not much is known about Human Element yet other than that it's a survival game set in a zombie apocalypse it's scheduled for release in 2015, although Bowling is promising OUYA backers will get exclusive access to updates during development. He can also be counted among that group, cheerfully noting in a video along with the announcement that he's contributed $10,000 to the cause. That's one project on the list -- any bets on which developer will be next to hitch their game to the bandwagon?Filed under: GamingOUYA console's first exclusive game is 'Human Element' prequel from former Call of Duty maker originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 19 Jul 2012 17:42:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Kickstarter | Email this | Comments

Apple plans second North Carolina data center, avoids the 'Deep River Blues'

Posted: 19 Jul 2012 02:51 PM PDT

Apple plans second North Carolina data center, avoids the 'Deep River Blues'


Apple plans second North Carolina data center, avoids the 'Deep River Blues'
Nothing could be finer than to be in Carolina if you're an Apple data center. The Winston-Salem Journal reports that the folks in Cupertino have filed plans with Catawba County officials for a second 21,000 square foot "tactical" data center that will house 11 rooms and carry a $1.9 million price tag. Mechanical permits outline the need for 22 air conditioners and 14 humidifiers alongside fans and heaters for the building that will nestle up to the existing construction. This is, of course, on the same site that will be home to two 20 megawatt photovolatic arrays and a hydrogen fuel cell facility when all is said and done. Here's to hoping the alternative energy-powered construction catches with other tech giants, too. Lookin' at you, Facebook.Continue reading Apple plans second North Carolina data center, avoids the 'Deep River Blues'Filed under: Misc. GadgetsApple plans second North Carolina data center, avoids the 'Deep River Blues' originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 19 Jul 2012 17:32:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink MacNews | Winston-Salem Journal | Email this | Comments

AMD reports Q2 earnings: continues to see revenues drop, $37 million net income

Posted: 19 Jul 2012 02:19 PM PDT

AMD reports Q2 earnings: continues to see revenues drop, $37 million net income


AMD reports Q2 earnings: continues to see revenues drop, $37 million net income
Well, things are looking slightly better for AMD this quarter. While revenues continued to decline the company actually posted a profit of $37 million, a stark contrast to $590 million net loss from last quarter. Still, with revenues down 11 percent sequentially and 10 percent year-over-year to just $1.41 billion the company isn't meeting expectations. Earnings per share were aticipated to hit $0.07, but the Sunnyvale crew only managed an EPS of $0.05. The company blames the softening PC market for its continued struggles, especially in the desktop space where it has traditionally enjoyed more success. It continues to plug away with its A and E series APUs, but it's still struggling to make much of a dent in a world increasingly dominated by Intel. The Computing Solutions division saw its revenues decrease 13 percent both sequentially and year-over-year, while the GPU department was down five percent for the quarter, but steady compared to the same time last year. For more detail hit up the source link.Filed under: Misc. GadgetsAMD reports Q2 earnings: continues to see revenues drop, $37 million net income originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 19 Jul 2012 17:12:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | AMD | Email this | Comments

Pair of Apple patent applications set the stage for hearing aid-based social net...

Posted: 19 Jul 2012 02:19 PM PDT

Pair of Apple patent applications set the stage for hearing aid-based social network


Pair of Apple patent applications set the stage for hearing aid-based social network
If ever there were a purgatory for ideas, it'd be the USPTO's patent application database. That land of legal limbo plays host to a multitude of tech entries both bizarre and straightforward, much of which will never see the light of day. So, it's with a keen eye for the curious that we've stumbled upon this pair of filings submitted by Apple back in January of 2011 outlining a new social network specifically for hearing aids. Yes, you read that right, but its function isn't actually as obvious as you'd imagine. According to the claims, hearing aids worn by at least two users will work in tandem with a personal computing device to identify user identities, establish a communication link and then swap profiles -- not a list of likes and dislikes, but dynamic audio settings. It appears users will be able to update the sound processing on their respective devices to adjust for ambient noise and hone in on a specific sources. So, basically, it's the Cupertino version of Superhuman hearing. It certainly lends a whole new meaning to, "Can you hear me now?" Eh?Filed under: Peripherals, Wearables, SoftwarePair of Apple patent applications set the stage for hearing aid-based social network originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 19 Jul 2012 17:04:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | USPTO, (2) | Email this | Comments

7-inch Acer Iconia Tab A110 lands at the FCC

Posted: 19 Jul 2012 02:19 PM PDT

7-inch Acer Iconia Tab A110 lands at the FCC


7-inch Acer Iconia Tab A110 lands at the FCC
We knew Acer had some new tablets in the pipeline -- heck, we got our hands on them at Computex last month -- but the company still hasn't officially announced the Iconia Tabs A210 and A110. Still, following in the footsteps of the 10-inch A210, which hit the FCC earlier this month, the Tab A110 just cleared that all-important obstacle for hitting the US market. The filing doesn't shed too much light on the Tegra 3-powered 7-incher (you'll find the standard test reports and RT exposure info in the source link below), but then again we already got a good look at the slate in Taipei, and we imagine Acer's unveiling date can't be too far off.Filed under: Tablet PCs7-inch Acer Iconia Tab A110 lands at the FCC originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 19 Jul 2012 16:43:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | FCC | Email this | Comments

Porsche 918 Spyder caught on tape at the Nürburgring, bank accounts shiver (video)

Posted: 19 Jul 2012 01:46 PM PDT

Porsche 918 Spyder caught on tape at the Nürburgring, bank accounts shiver (video)


Porsche 918 Spyder caught on tape at the Nürburgring, bank accounts shiver (video)
Started saving up for your $845,000 purchase next fall yet? Yeah, neither have we. But we're at least considering it once again -- albeit not for very long -- thanks to a sneaky videographer that caught the dapper Porsche 918 Spyder winding around the turns of the Nürburgring in Germany. Packing a V8 with two electric motors, the super car can hit 60MPH in a hair over three seconds and touts a fuel efficiency of 78MPG. Don't worry, though, you have until someone late next year to get your stacks lined up to park one in your driveway.Filed under: TransportationPorsche 918 Spyder caught on tape at the Nürburgring, bank accounts shiver (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 19 Jul 2012 16:25:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink V12, German Car Scene | fastsportscardriver (YouTube) | Email this | Comments

Microsoft announces record Q4, $18.06 billion in revenue

Posted: 19 Jul 2012 01:46 PM PDT

Microsoft announces record Q4, $18.06 billion in revenue


Microsoft announces record Q4, $18.06 billion in revenue
Microsoft has just dropped their Q4 2012 earnings report and things are looking pretty darn good... depending on your angle. The company reported a record fourth quarter revenue of $18.06 billion, but did suffer a net loss over the last three months of $492 million. While the net loss was in stark contrast the net profit of $5.87 billion from the same time last year, Microsoft is still optimistic heading towards the launch of Windows 8 and its sibling mobile platform. And who can blame them, the new OS is sure to drive plenty of consumers to their local Best Buy with fists full of cash. And, it's easy to paint a rosy picture as long as revenues continue to grow, as they did by roughly $700 million compared to Q4 2011, and roughly $600 million sequentially. It's also important to realize that that loss is thanks to a one-time "goodwill impairment charge" associated with the collapsed aQuantive deal that set Redmond back $6.2 billion. A good chunk of the revenue growth is thanks to the company's Business and Server divisions, which saw growths of seven and 13 percent, respectively. Income from the Entertainment and Devices division, which makes up a much smaller chunk of revenue over all at just $1.78 billion, also grew dramatically year-over-year largely due to the inclusion of Skype. Alongside Q4's result, Microsoft also released its year-end financials and, while that $6.2 billion lump drove profits down, revenues were up by $3.76 billion from 2011. Even with the aQuantive related hit, Redmond still managed to post a net income of $16.98 billion for the year. For all the finer financial details hit up the source link.Filed under: Misc. GadgetsMicrosoft announces record Q4, $18.06 billion in revenue originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 19 Jul 2012 16:05:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Microsoft | Email this | Comments

iTunes in the Cloud movies find their way to Australia, Canada, the UK and 32 mo...

Posted: 19 Jul 2012 01:46 PM PDT

iTunes in the Cloud movies find their way to Australia, Canada, the UK and 32 more countries


iTunes in the Cloud movies find their way to Australia, Canada, the UK and 32 more countries
The advent of movie support in iTunes for the Cloud was a boon to Apple TV owners as well as any iTunes user with a tendency to hop between devices -- within the US, that is. Apple today swung the doors open and let Australia, Canada, the UK as well as 32 other countries and regions around the world get access to their movies whenever they're signed in through iTunes or an iOS device. Not every studio is on the same page, as many American viewers will know all too well: it's more likely that you'll get re-download rights for a major studio title such as Lockout than an indie production, for example. Even with that limit in mind, there's no doubt more than a few movie mavens glad to avoid shuffling and re-syncing that copy of Scott Pilgrim to watch it through to the end.Filed under: Home EntertainmentiTunes in the Cloud movies find their way to Australia, Canada, the UK and 32 more countries originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 19 Jul 2012 16:02:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | 9to5 Mac | Email this | Comments

Google hits $12.21 billion in revenue for Q2 2012

Posted: 19 Jul 2012 01:46 PM PDT

Google hits $12.21 billion in revenue for Q2 2012


Google hits $12.21 billion in revenue for Q2 2012
Google just defied expectations again -- it mustered a full $12.21 billion in revenue and generated an ample $2.79 billion in profit for its second quarter of 2012. The growth in revenue was a heady 21 percent over what the search leader saw a year ago, even with a recently-swallowed Motorola now factoring (however slightly) into its results. Unlike this winter, Google doesn't have any wildcards in store for share splits or other saucy details. Of course, we may learn more when executives hit the phones for a results call -- at present, the company is just happy to look forward to a summer of Nexus 7 sales and Jelly Beans.Filed under: Cellphones, Tablet PCs, InternetGoogle hits $12.21 billion in revenue for Q2 2012 originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 19 Jul 2012 16:02:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Google | Email this | Comments

Ford Recalls Escape for Fire Risk

Posted: 19 Jul 2012 01:46 PM PDT

Ford Recalls Escape for Fire Risk


Ford Recalls Escape for Fire Risk
Owners warned to stop driving the SUV and contact their dealer.

Honda recalling over 172,000 vehicles for door latch issue

Posted: 19 Jul 2012 01:46 PM PDT

Honda recalling over 172,000 vehicles for door latch issue


Honda recalling over 172,000 vehicles for door latch issue
Honda CR-V and Acura ILX affected.

Four things car thieves love to see

Posted: 19 Jul 2012 01:46 PM PDT

Four things car thieves love to see


Four things car thieves love to see
Car theft is on the decline, but its not gone yet.

Hondalink EV is new cloud-based infotainment, charging system for Fit EV, Accord...

Posted: 19 Jul 2012 01:01 PM PDT

Hondalink EV is new cloud-based infotainment, charging system for Fit EV, Accord Plug-In [w/video]


Hondalink EV is new cloud-based infotainment, charging system for Fit EV, Accord Plug-In [w/video]
Filed under: Emerging Technologies, EV/Plug-in, Hybrid, HondaHonda let the cat officially out of the bag today, revealing details about its new HondaLink infotainment system that will be featured in the new 2013 Accord. The new midsize sedan doesn't launch until the fall, but the Japanese automaker is clearly eager to start building momentum for its long-awaited new model by addressing one of the company's long-running deficiencies: connectivity. HondaLink will feature Aha Radio, a cloud-based digital content service that uses the driver's smart phone data connection for streaming through the vehicle's audio system. The interface uses a radio station model, with users creating content presets. Besides music, news, podcasts and other traditional audio content, Aha will allow drivers to listen to Facebook and Twitter feeds. For cars with plugs (the Fit EV and the upcoming Accord Plug-In Hybrid), there is HondaLink EV, which includes "unique applications designed specifically to maintain connectivity to their vehicle." You can probably guess what that means: ways to remotely see and control charging status, as well as the ability to pre-heat or pre-cool the cabin, so as to save battery energy. HondaLink EV launches tomorrow when Fit EV becomes available for lease in California and Oregon. While the video Honda released today plays more like a commercial than a tutorial, we're looking forward to getting our hands on the system. The big question is whether it can vault Honda to the front of the mainstream infotainment pack, or merely put them where Ford was three years ago.Scroll down to watch the video and read the full press release.Continue reading Hondalink EV is new cloud-based infotainment, charging system for Fit EV, Accord Plug-In [w/video]Hondalink EV is new cloud-based infotainment, charging system for Fit EV, Accord Plug-In [w/video] originally appeared on AutoblogGreen on Thu, 19 Jul 2012 15:55:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments

New Firefox OS Images Paint A Picture Of Progress Ahead Of Official Launch

Posted: 19 Jul 2012 01:01 PM PDT

New Firefox OS Images Paint A Picture Of Progress Ahead Of Official Launch


New Firefox OS Images Paint A Picture Of Progress Ahead Of Official Launch
The first Firefox OS (formerly Boot to Gecko) devices aren't slated to ship until the beginning of next year, but if some new screenshots are any indication, the project is coming along rather nicely. TechWeekEurope managed to get their hands on a whole host of new images of the fledgling open web-friendly operating system, though the version depicted may not be the version that every carrier gets.

Engadget Podcast 302 - 07.19.2012

Posted: 19 Jul 2012 01:01 PM PDT

Engadget Podcast 302 - 07.19.2012


Engadget Podcast 302 - 07.19.2012
Before abandoning New New West Egg an international gaggle of Engadget editors held court on the freshly-shorn lawn over tea, cicadas, and auto-rapping apps. This is what they came up with. Hosts: Tim Stevens, Brian HeaterGuests: ManyProducer: Trent WolbeMusic: Orbital - Never 01:55 - Yahoo appoints former Google exec Marissa Mayer as CEO 03:10 - Yahoo reports Q2 2012 earnings, revenue remains unchanged 13:02 - Intel reports Q2 earnings: rakes in $13.5 billion, pockets $2.8 billion 16:36 - The Engadget Interview: RIM CMO Frank Boulben 32:14 - The Engadget Interview: OUYA CEO Julie Uhrman on taking console concept to reality 43:40 - Motorola Atrix HD review 47:02 - PSA: Sprint LTE goes live today, honest and for true (update: includes Missouri) 48:00 - WSJ: Next iPhone to have even thinner screen 50:00 - Into the wild: cultivating the next generation of American scientists with Project Aether 52:40 - Smule launches AutoRap for iOS and Android, Engadget's editors drop some mad beats (video) 56:26 - Steve Wozniak reveals contents of his backpack, has a lot of stuffHear the podcast Subscribe to the podcast [iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in iTunes (enhanced AAC). [RSS MP3] Add the Engadget Podcast feed (in MP3) to your RSS aggregator and have the show delivered automatically. [RSS AAC] Add the Engadget Podcast feed (in enhanced AAC) to your RSS aggregator. [Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in the Zune Marketplace. Download the podcastLISTEN (MP3)LISTEN (AAC) Contact the podcast Send your questions to @tim_stevens. Leave us a voicemail: (423) 438-3005 (GADGET-3005) E-mail us: podcast at engadget dot com Filed under: PodcastsEngadget Podcast 302 - 07.19.2012 originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 19 Jul 2012 15:36:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments

Cloud Photos Service Everpix Raises $1 Million From Index Ventures, 500 Startups...

Posted: 19 Jul 2012 01:01 PM PDT

Cloud Photos Service Everpix Raises $1 Million From Index Ventures, 500 Startups & Others, Prepares Its Public Debut


Cloud Photos Service Everpix Raises $1 Million From Index Ventures, 500 Startups & Others, Prepares Its Public Debut
Everpix, the startup that organizes all your photos in the cloud (and a previous TechCrunch Disrupt 2011 finalist), has just closed a $1 million seed round led by Index Ventures. The round also saw participation from 500 Startups, Kii Capital, 2020 Ventures' David Williams, and other angel investors. According to Everpix co-founder Pierre-Olivier Latour, the funding is helping the company, which has been flying under the radar for several months, to establish enough of a runway to get to its forthcoming 1.0 release, expected in just a couple of weeks from now.

Test Drive: 2013 Nissan Altima

Posted: 19 Jul 2012 01:01 PM PDT

Test Drive: 2013 Nissan Altima


Test Drive: 2013 Nissan Altima
Pay attention Leaf fans because this concerns you.

2013 Ford Escape faces new recall for fire risk

Posted: 19 Jul 2012 01:01 PM PDT

2013 Ford Escape faces new recall for fire risk


2013 Ford Escape faces new recall for fire risk
Fuel lines can crack and spill gasoline.

Adidas miCoach Elite System set to equip all MLS teams in 2013, creates world's...

Posted: 19 Jul 2012 01:01 PM PDT

Adidas miCoach Elite System set to equip all MLS teams in 2013, creates world's first 'smart league'


Adidas miCoach Elite System set to equip all MLS teams in 2013, creates world's first 'smart league'
Today was yet another marvelous day for football buffs everywhere, as Adidas and MLS have announced Major League Soccer will be the first intelligent circuit on the globe. Having already planned an official debut for the German company's Elite System, now the pair's made it known that the wearable technology is going to be expanding well beyond next week's All-Star Game and into the MLS 2013 season. To refresh your mind a bit, the miCoach Elite System tracks an array of instrumental player data, such as speed (even if painfully slow like the Rio Ferdinand of late), acceleration, position, heartbeat and even the intensity of play -- which is then pushed instantly to, you guessed it, a coach's miCoach-equipped iPad. Adidas didn't mention when, or if, the Elite System will be adapted elsewhere, so we'll have to wait and see how long it takes others to join the "smart soccer" fun.Continue reading Adidas miCoach Elite System set to equip all MLS teams in 2013, creates world's first 'smart league'Filed under: Misc. Gadgets, WearablesAdidas miCoach Elite System set to equip all MLS teams in 2013, creates world's first 'smart league' originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 19 Jul 2012 15:11:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Adidas | Email this | Comments

DOE spends $2.4m on hydrogen station research

Posted: 19 Jul 2012 01:01 PM PDT

DOE spends $2.4m on hydrogen station research


DOE spends $2.4m on hydrogen station research
Filed under: Hydrogen, Legislation and Policy, USA The U.S. Energy Department has spent a lot of time and money researching hydrogen vehicles, and just announced $2.4 million more to move H2 refueling station technology forward. The $2.4 million will be spread out among five projects in three states: The California Air Resources Board will get $150,000 to "analyze an operating hydrogen refueling station that uses natural gas to produce hydrogen." California State University and Los Angeles Auxiliary Services, Inc. gets $400,000 to "collect data from hydrogen refueling architecture deployed at California State University - Los Angeles." The Gas Technology Institute in Des Plaines, IL also gets $400,000 to "analyze operational, transactional, safety, and reliability data from five hydrogen fueling stations." Finally, Proton Energy Systems in Connecticut gets money for two projects, one to "provide operational data from two existing stations that integrate hydrogen generation, compression, storage and dispensing" for $400,000 and the other to "deploy an advanced high-pressure electrolyzer at an existing hydrogen fueling station and nearly double the dispensing capacity of its storage tanks" for $1 million. The DOE's release doesn't specify if these monies are grants or loans, just "investments" and that the recipients need to match them. Along with the funding announcement, the DOE released the "National Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle Learning Demonstration Final Report," which gives the results of six years of H2 vehicle testing. Some numbers: 180 vehicles, 500,0000 trips, 3.6 million miles, 33,000 hydrogen fill-ups from 54 online H2 stations in the U.S. (as of January 2012). For more, download the PDF.Continue reading DOE spends $2.4m on hydrogen station researchDOE spends $2.4m on hydrogen station research originally appeared on AutoblogGreen on Thu, 19 Jul 2012 14:05:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments

GE says its WattStations aren't behind fried Nissan Leafs, green drivers can relax

Posted: 19 Jul 2012 01:01 PM PDT

GE says its WattStations aren't behind fried Nissan Leafs, green drivers can relax


GE says its WattStations aren't behind fried Nissan Leafs, green drivers can relax
GE is eager to reassure Nissan Leaf drivers that its WattStation isn't about to kill their car's charging ability: it just held a media scrum where it declared, after some study, that its EV charger isn't the culprit that knocked 11 cars off the power grid. While the electrical pioneer hasn't narrowed down the cause, it's confident enough in its innocence that it's having Nissan dealers retract their original claims of compatibility woes. Nissan spokeswoman Katherine Zachary had previously suggested the fault might lie in a "utility" issue with the power supply itself, although GE notes that it hasn't gone to people's homes; it's testing the affected WattStations in the lab, which could change the results. Whatever's responsible, we now know that the failure hit diodes in the car's charging equipment and that the incidents aren't specific to any one region. It's safe to say that Leaf owners with WattStations can once more plug in at home and expect to wake up to a full charge.Filed under: TransportationGE says its WattStations aren't behind fried Nissan Leafs, green drivers can relax originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 19 Jul 2012 14:48:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments

Sony's new wireless speakers let you enjoy music 'SA-NS' cables

Posted: 19 Jul 2012 01:01 PM PDT

Sony's new wireless speakers let you enjoy music 'SA-NS' cables


Sony's new wireless speakers let you enjoy music 'SA-NS' cables
What's round and sits in the corner of your room spoon-feeding you Kanye West? If Sony has any say in the matter, it'll be the latest members of the SA-NSx family of wireless speakers. The three new models -- the 310, 410 and 510 -- come on the coattails of the firm's latest media players, and all come with built-in WiFi, AirPlay and that 360 degree design. As well as the wireless options above, there are apps for Android and PC, so non iOS users can keep the jams coming too. If you really want your music on the go, the 510 model also has a built-in battery for the extra portability. How much does all this fun and style cost? That'd be £150 (about $230) for the 310, £200 ($310) for the 410, rising to £300 ($470) for the 510. All of them available now.Filed under: Home EntertainmentSony's new wireless speakers let you enjoy music 'SA-NS' cables originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 19 Jul 2012 14:21:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Sony | Email this | Comments

Cult Cars of Tomorrow

Posted: 19 Jul 2012 01:00 PM PDT

Cult Cars of Tomorrow


Cult Cars of Tomorrow
These vehicles on roads now may develop fervent followings in the future.

Windows Phone Kodak Pic Flick app pushes photos to printers -- as long as you ha...

Posted: 19 Jul 2012 11:52 AM PDT

Windows Phone Kodak Pic Flick app pushes photos to printers -- as long as you have version 7.5


Windows Phone Kodak Pic Flick app pushes photos to printers -- as long as you have version 7.5
Kodak's recent announcements may have circled around patent brawls (and victories), but if you've indentured yourself to the company's range of all-in-one printers and digital photo frames, you might want to pick up its new Windows Phone app. Pic Flick will share your images with compatible hardware through WiFi -- provided you're connected to the same network on your phone. It's largely identical to the existing iOS version, albeit cocooned in Microsoft's metro style, and includes a handful of simple editing tools and filters. However, you will need to check that your Windows Phone is running version 7.5 or later. If you pass that requirement, hit up the source for the download.Filed under: Cellphones, SoftwareWindows Phone Kodak Pic Flick app pushes photos to printers -- as long as you have version 7.5 originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 19 Jul 2012 13:59:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink WMPoweruser | Kodak Pic Flick (Windows Phone Marketplace) | Email this | Comments

iHome's iP76 3-foot tall LED Color Changing Speaker Tower dock now available

Posted: 19 Jul 2012 11:52 AM PDT

iHome's iP76 3-foot tall LED Color Changing Speaker Tower dock now available


iHome's iP76 3-foot tall LED Color Changing Speaker Tower dock now available
All music should be accompanied by a light show. And, if said light show comes in the form of a three-foot tall self-contained iPod dock, all the better. iHome's iP76 LED Color Changing Speaker Tower is not just a catchy name any more, it's now a product you can actually purchase for $199. The unnecessarily tall iDevice dock is loaded with color changing LEDs that pulse, fade and blink in coordination with your tunes and you can even connect other media sources via Bluetooth. You can pick up the GlowTunes dock now direct from iHome or at unnamed "retailers nationwide." Check out the PR and video after the break.Continue reading iHome's iP76 3-foot tall LED Color Changing Speaker Tower dock now availableFiled under: Home Entertainment, PeripheralsiHome's iP76 3-foot tall LED Color Changing Speaker Tower dock now available originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 19 Jul 2012 13:41:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments

Smartphone overtakes PC as primary internet device in China

Posted: 19 Jul 2012 11:17 AM PDT

Smartphone overtakes PC as primary internet device in China


Smartphone overtakes PC as primary internet device in China
The Chinese government has issued a study revealing that the smartphone has overtaken the PC as the most popular device to surf the internet with. China's Internet Network Information Center revealed that 538 million people -- around 40 percent of the country have internet access. It recorded 388 million instances of surfing from a mobile handset, compared to the 380 recorded from PCs. Microblogs are also popular, with around 43.8 percent of phone users documenting the minutiae of their lives on Weibos like Sina and Tencent -- which reminds us, we need to tweet about what we're having for dinner.Filed under: Cellphones, InternetSmartphone overtakes PC as primary internet device in China originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 19 Jul 2012 13:18:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink Reuters | CNNIC (Translated) | Email this | Comments

Opera’s First Mobile Ads Report: Rich Media Rules, iPhone Rocks

Posted: 19 Jul 2012 11:16 AM PDT

Opera's First Mobile Ads Report: Rich Media Rules, iPhone Rocks


Opera's First Mobile Ads Report: Rich Media Rules, iPhone Rocks
Opera Software is probably best known for its mobile browser software for smart and feature phones, but over the last couple of years it's also been buying up mobile advertising companies to help it monetize those browsers. Today it's released its first report looking at trends in its ad network -- partly, perhaps, to raise the profile of that business, but also to highlight where some of the biggest action may be today on its platform. I have seen a lot of mobile ad reports -- they seem to have replaced the infographic as the primary visual marketing currency -- but this one caught my eye, not just because Opera may get bought by Facebook (although hasn't that rumor gone quiet).

Engadget Primed: digital audio basics

Posted: 19 Jul 2012 11:16 AM PDT

Engadget Primed: digital audio basics


Engadget Primed: digital audio basics
Primed goes in-depth on the technobabble you hear on Engadget every day -- we dig deep into each topic's history and how it benefits our lives. You can follow the series here. Looking to suggest a piece of technology for us to break down? Drop us a line at primed *at* engadget *dawt* com. Digital audio. There's a very good chance that you've enjoyed some today. It's one of the more universal aspects of technology. In fact, perhaps the more relevant question would be, when was the last time you listened to an analog format? The truth, for many, will be quite some time ago -- vinyl purists and the odd cassette fanatic aside. Yet, despite its ubiquity, there's a lot of misunderstanding and confusion about digital audio. Some believe it'll never match analog for true fidelity, some assert quite the opposite. Many lament the lack of a tactile format, while others love the portability that comes with zeros and ones. In this installment of Primed, we take a look at the history of digital sound, as well as provide an introduction to some of its key components, with the view to helping us understand it better. Wondering what bitrate to encode your MP3s at? Or whether you should choose a 96 or 44.1KHz sample rate? We thought as much. By the time we're through, these questions should no longer lay heavy on your mind, and you can enjoy that latest Knife Party, or Britney track as much as its bit depth allows. What's bit depth you say? Well, read on to find out...Continue reading Engadget Primed: digital audio basicsFiled under: SoftwareEngadget Primed: digital audio basics originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 19 Jul 2012 13:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments

What's Become of Ethanol’s Promise?

Posted: 19 Jul 2012 11:16 AM PDT

What's Become of Ethanol's Promise?


What's Become of Ethanol's Promise?
Let's stop pretending it can solve our energy problems.

Highest paid US chefs

Posted: 19 Jul 2012 11:16 AM PDT

Highest paid US chefs


Highest paid US chefs
Forbes' new list of top-earning chefs for the last 12 months features plenty of names you'd expect.