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Microsoft announces Xbox 360 holiday bundles and $50 off promo for US market

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 04:03 PM PDT

Microsoft announces Xbox 360 holiday bundles and $50 off promo for US market


Microsoft announces Xbox 360 holiday bundles and $50 off promo for US market
With this year's holidays being just around the corner, it's only natural for companies to start tempting potential customers with cash-saving, too-good-to-pass deals. With that in mind, Microsoft, via the informative Major Nelson, announced earlier today its 2012 Xbox 360 holiday bundles in hopes of luring some folks in; among these are a 250GB console with Kinect, Dance Central 2, Kinect Sports, Kinect Adventures and one month of Xbox Live for $400, while there's also a 4GB, $300 option that comes with the same Gold subscription, Redmond's motion-tracking peripheral, Kinect Disneyland Adventures and Kinect Adventures. In addition, the Surface maker said retailers should start offering the console for $50 off MSRP, and that this limited time deal will also apply to the Halo 4 bundle which is due to come out on November 6th. Better yet, these new bundles and promos are available now -- so, for those living in the US, now could be a good time to snag one of Microsoft's renowned consoles.Filed under: Gaming, Home Entertainment, MicrosoftMicrosoft announces Xbox 360 holiday bundles and $50 off promo for US market originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 16 Oct 2012 18:50:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Major Nelson | Email this | Comments

Isis Mobile Wallet app for Android surfaces in Google Play, you probably can't r...

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 04:03 PM PDT

Isis Mobile Wallet app for Android surfaces in Google Play, you probably can't run it


Isis Mobile Wallet app for Android surfaces in Google Play, you probably can't run it
Unofficial rumblings have pointed to Isis Mobile Wallet's trial getting close. If you've remained skeptical all the same, we're pretty sure that seeing Isis' Android app in Google Play will change your mind. The currently T-Mobile-only software confirms that pilot program members will tie their American Express, Capital One or Chase card (as well as a unique card) to Isis for paying through NFC at stores with a SmartTap terminal. We're also promised streamlined loyalty cards and coupons. Before anyone rushes to try the app at the local shop, remember that it's just one piece of the puzzle on top of the special SIM card, one of three NFC-equipped phones and that small matter of living in Austin or Salt Lake City when the service goes live. Having the official app at least lets those who qualify get a head start on what could soon be the only major alternative to Google Wallet in the US.Filed under: Cellphones, MobileIsis Mobile Wallet app for Android surfaces in Google Play, you probably can't run it originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 16 Oct 2012 18:22:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink MobileBurn | Google Play | Email this | Comments

Mate Rimac's e-M3 launches itself into FIA record books

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 03:15 PM PDT

Mate Rimac's e-M3 launches itself into FIA record books


Mate Rimac's e-M3 launches itself into FIA record books
Filed under: EV/Plug-in, BMW, Europe/EU, Videos A few years back, Mate Rimac replaced the internal combustion drivetrain in his 1986 BMW E30 with an electric one and dubbed it the bi-moto EV - it was originally intended it to have two motors. Then, in a quest to build the fastest electric car ever, he reconfigured that original setup four more times. His patience and hard work paid off and the old Bimmer became a 600-horsepower, battery-powered monster capable of slingshotting from a dead stop to 60 miles per hour in 3.3 seconds. Indeed, it was fast enough to fulfill its maker's record-setting dream and, after taking about 17 months to dot i's and cross t's, the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) has officially recognized it as the quickest electric car in the world in its Category A, Group VIII (electric vehicle), Class 3 (above 1000 kilograms). Its respective 1/8 and 1/4-mile times of 7.549 and 11.808 seconds displaced the former record holder, the very lovely Peugeot EX1. If the Rimac name rings a bell, you'll be well aware that the young Croatian has not been waiting for the FIA paper work whilst resting on some beach alongside the Adriatic, leafy laurels between his buttocks and the time-worn sand. No, he has taken what he's learned from that first project, started Rimac Automobili and built the (even faster) glorious Concept_One. Scroll below to watch both of these cars in tire-smoking action as Rimac celebrates its latest achievement.Continue reading Mate Rimac's e-M3 launches itself into FIA record booksMate Rimac's e-M3 launches itself into FIA record books originally appeared on Autoblog Green on Tue, 16 Oct 2012 17:53:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments

Art Thompson, Red Bull Stratos' technical project director, talks circuit breake...

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 03:15 PM PDT

Art Thompson, Red Bull Stratos' technical project director, talks circuit breakers, wind shear and biomedical data


Art Thompson, Red Bull Stratos' technical project director, talks circuit breakers, wind shear and biomedical data
While Felix Baumgartner landed safely on the ground just a matter of hours ago, the internet is still resonating with the sound of tweets, status updates and YouTube clicks, all thanks to what was one of the most spectacular human endeavors in recent history. The mission was simple, to send a man up in a balloon higher than ever before, and have him safely jump to the ground. This kind of "simple" is usually anything but -- if you just look past the well-manicured exterior. Which, as luck would have it is exactly what we did. With the cheers of success still ringing in his ears, we got some quality time with Art Thompson, the technical project director, and Baumgartner's earliest collaborator on the Stratos mission. We wanted to know a little bit more about what went on behind the scenes, and Thompson was more than happy to oblige. They're understandably proud of what they just achieved.Continue reading Art Thompson, Red Bull Stratos' technical project director, talks circuit breakers, wind shear and biomedical dataFiled under: Misc, AltArt Thompson, Red Bull Stratos' technical project director, talks circuit breakers, wind shear and biomedical data originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 16 Oct 2012 17:53:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments

HTC One S 'special edition' comes draped in white, boasts 64GB of storage

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 03:15 PM PDT

HTC One S 'special edition' comes draped in white, boasts 64GB of storage


HTC One S 'special edition' comes draped in white, boasts 64GB of storage
HTC previously showed off a special edition One X geared toward fashionistas in New York City, and now it's time for a slightly lesser-specced member of the numero uno family to get a somewhat similar treatment -- we're talking about the One S. And while the most noticeable characteristic of this "special edition" slab is obviously its new white livery, HTC has also made internal improvements by loading the 4.3-inch device with 64GB of internal storage -- which should pair nicely alongside that 1.5GHz, dual-core S4 CPU and 1GB RAM. The only bad news is this unicorn type is expected to only be available in Taiwan, and mum's the word on when, or if, it'll ever make a trip outside the company's home turf.Filed under: Cellphones, Mobile, HTCHTC One S 'special edition' comes draped in white, boasts 64GB of storage originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 16 Oct 2012 17:28:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink Phone Arena | HTC (Taiwan) | Email this | Comments

Plug-in Cadillac ELR Set for 2013

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 03:15 PM PDT

Plug-in Cadillac ELR Set for 2013


Plug-in Cadillac ELR Set for 2013
Cadillac's luxury hybrid to be built alongside the Chevrolet Volt.

Delayed Fisker Atlantic could arrive in 2014 or 2015

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 02:22 PM PDT

Delayed Fisker Atlantic could arrive in 2014 or 2015


Delayed Fisker Atlantic could arrive in 2014 or 2015
Filed under: EV/Plug-in, Hybrid, Manufacturing/Plants, Fisker When the Fisker Atlantic was revealed in April, no one was saying anything about production dates. Even in recent interviews and statements, Fisker has remained coy about when it might start building the smaller cousin to the Karma. Given Fisker's financial difficulties and questions about where it will build the car, none of this was a surprise. It's also not at all shocking that reports now say Fisker might not start making the Atlantic until 2014 or 2015. Reuters says that was "the first time Fisker disclosed a production timetable for the Atlantic," but way back in 2009, the official timeline said the Atlantic (then called Project Nina) would start production by the end of 2012. Fisker representatives used the new 2014 date in slides presented to investors. It was also revealed that a lot of the work on the car is done, since "about 90 percent of the parts in the Atlantic have been engineered." Should the Atlantic still be built in Delaware, as originally planned, suppliers might use some of the large factory that Fisker bought from General Motors. Of course, with the news that one of Fisker's main suppliers for the Karma - A123 Systems - might go bankrupt, we'll see how long the 2014 date holds firm.Delayed Fisker Atlantic could arrive in 2014 or 2015 originally appeared on Autoblog Green on Tue, 16 Oct 2012 16:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments

Mobile App Ad Exchange Network Tap For Tap Pivots To Engagement Swapping Model

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 02:22 PM PDT

Mobile App Ad Exchange Network Tap For Tap Pivots To Engagement Swapping Model


Mobile App Ad Exchange Network Tap For Tap Pivots To Engagement Swapping Model
Tap for Tap, a Victoria, B.C.-based startup is changing course with a new initiative just over half a year into its existence, based on feedback received from its initial crop of developers. The ad network will now focus on letting developers earn credits towards ad placement in other apps, based on the value of the taps they drive through ads placed in their own software.

Uber shuts down New York City taxi beta, may see light at the end of the (Lincol...

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 02:22 PM PDT

Uber shuts down New York City taxi beta, may see light at the end of the (Lincoln) tunnel in February


Uber shuts down New York City taxi beta, may see light at the end of the (Lincoln) tunnel in February
Uber has been having a tough time getting a foothold in New York City, and it's temporarily withdrawing the UberTaxi service it had in beta. The withdrawal isn't entirely for the reasons you'd expect, however. While Uber claims to have been getting grief from the city's Taxi and Limousine Commission for offering a competing (if technically legal) service through its smartphone apps, the program's end was due to demand rather than any kind of outright ban -- the Commission's pressure reportedly kept Uber from matching interest with enough yellow cabs. Black car service is still on for those who don't mind the classic ride. Should that uncomfortable balance not be quite good enough, Mayor Bloomberg is promising a truce come February, when a shift in contracts will let New York change the rules and hopefully improve the market for taxi alternatives.Filed under: TransportationUber shuts down New York City taxi beta, may see light at the end of the (Lincoln) tunnel in February originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 16 Oct 2012 17:01:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Uber, NYC Mayor's Office (Twitter) | Email this | Comments

Intel reports Q3 earnings, revenue holds steady at $13.5 billion

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 02:22 PM PDT

Intel reports Q3 earnings, revenue holds steady at $13.5 billion


Intel reports Q3 earnings, revenue holds steady at $13.5 billion
Hot off the heels of a slightly disappointing Q2, mega chip-maker Intel's Q3 results are in. Good old Chipzilla managed to wrangle $13.5 billion in revenues with a net profit of $3 billion. While Intel's latest figures reflect a profit of about 5.1 percent sequentially, the company is still taking a dip year over year of around 19 percent. "Our third-quarter results reflected a continuing tough economic environment," said Paul Otellini, Intel's CEO. Happy to take progress in any form during a trying economy, the company's fourth quarter strategy will highly focus on the success of ultrabooks, phones and Intel-powered tablets. While its recent gains may be somewhat slim, last we checked, a win is a win.Continue reading Intel reports Q3 earnings, revenue holds steady at $13.5 billionFiled under: Misc, IntelIntel reports Q3 earnings, revenue holds steady at $13.5 billion originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 16 Oct 2012 16:29:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Intel | Email this | Comments

Apple granted new patent for original iPad design

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 01:31 PM PDT

Apple granted new patent for original iPad design


Apple granted new patent for original iPad design
We already know what some of you are thinking, but that doesn't change the reality on the ground: Apple has been granted a design claim patent for a "portable display device" that looks a whole lot like the original iPad. Filed just a day before the big reveal in 2010, it's both specific to the tablet and cites additional references dating as far back as the early 1990s. The claim likewise includes elements that transpired between the filing and the granted date, such as a certain legal squabble that carries on to this day. While we can't say we're enthusiastic for what might follow from the patent becoming official -- we know Samsung isn't, despite victories in the tablet space -- it does give Apple one more tool for arguing that its total iPad design is unique, not just the individual components.Filed under: Tablets, AppleApple granted new patent for original iPad design originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 16 Oct 2012 16:15:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | USPTO | Email this | Comments

NPD study finds average display sizes continuing to rise in all areas but laptop...

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 01:31 PM PDT

NPD study finds average display sizes continuing to rise in all areas but laptops and tablets


NPD study finds average display sizes continuing to rise in all areas but laptops and tablets
Not exactly a huge surprise here, but a new study out from NPD DisplaySearch today has confirmed that the trend towards larger screens in continuing at a steady pace in all but a few key areas. The big exception is "mobile PCs," which NPD defines as laptops and tablets for its purposes. That area dropped from a 13.6-inch average in 2010 to 12.1-inch in 2012 (with an ever so slight increase to 12.2-inches projected for 2013), a drop that represents a ten percent decrease overall and is largely attributed to the growth of tablets . All other areas have seen small to significant growth in recent years, with LCD TVs growing 9 percent, mobile phones increasing 38 percent, and portable media players jumping 29 percent. The biggest growth, by far, comes in OLED TVs, which have gone from a mere 15-inch average in 2010 to an average of 55-inches today -- a growth of 267 percent.Filed under: Cellphones, Displays, Laptops, Tablets, HD, MobileNPD study finds average display sizes continuing to rise in all areas but laptops and tablets originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 16 Oct 2012 15:47:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink TechCrunch | NPD DisplaySearch | Email this | Comments

RoboCop's Ford police car spotted

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 01:31 PM PDT

RoboCop's Ford police car spotted


RoboCop's Ford police car spotted
He may not be all man, but he's a Ford man.

Engadget's next reader meetup is in New York City on November 29th!

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 01:30 PM PDT

Engadget's next reader meetup is in New York City on November 29th!


Engadget's next reader meetup is in New York City on November 29th!
Don't worry, East Coast, we haven't forgotten about you. We haven't even gotten around to that whole Seattle meetup, and we're already ready to let you in on our next big event. We're holding another reader meetup exactly a month later in the Big Apple. The big event is going down at Roseland on Thursday, November 29th, so mark those calendars and make sure you're on the list by snagging a ticket here. Come on out, meet some editors, check out some great gadgets and, yes, win some fabulous prizes! We'll be revealing more information about the festivities in the very near future. In the meantime, if you're interested in sponsoring the event, drop us a line at sponsors [at] engadget [dot] com.Filed under: AnnouncementsEngadget's next reader meetup is in New York City on November 29th! originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 16 Oct 2012 14:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments

Hyundai Santa Fe Sport: First Drive

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 12:35 PM PDT

Hyundai Santa Fe Sport: First Drive


Hyundai Santa Fe Sport: First Drive
Hyundai's popular crossover goes with a two-pronged strategy.

Ford recalling 154,000 Fiesta

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 12:35 PM PDT

Ford recalling 154,000 Fiesta


Ford recalling 154,000 Fiesta
May not deploy in some crashes.

Samsung starts taking pre-orders for its Windows 8 PC lineup

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 12:35 PM PDT

Samsung starts taking pre-orders for its Windows 8 PC lineup


Samsung starts taking pre-orders for its Windows 8 PC lineup
While most eyes have been focused on Microsoft finally slapping an official price tag on its upcoming Surface tablet this morning, let's not forget there other companies involved in the Windows 8 madness as well. Just a few moments ago, Samsung announced it's now ready to take your money in exchange for one of the many offerings inside its hefty PC repertoire, such as the ATIV Smart PC, Series 5 Ultra Touch, Series 7 Notebook, Series 9 Premium Ultrabook and the Series 5, Series 7 all-in-ones -- all of which will be available on that now-famed October 26th date. Naturally, pricing depends on what kind of setup gets added to your cart, but chances are you'll find one that's right for you amongst this extensive PC feast from the Korean electronics giant.Continue reading Samsung starts taking pre-orders for its Windows 8 PC lineupFiled under: Desktops, Laptops, Tablets, Samsung, MicrosoftSamsung starts taking pre-orders for its Windows 8 PC lineup originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 16 Oct 2012 14:01:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Samsung | Email this | Comments

E-Moss testing "completely climate-neutral" wireless charging bus in Netherlands

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 11:42 AM PDT

E-Moss testing "completely climate-neutral" wireless charging bus in Netherlands


E-Moss testing "completely climate-neutral" wireless charging bus in Netherlands
Filed under: Emerging Technologies, EV/Plug-in, Transportation Alternatives, Europe/EUIf it works for passenger cars, it can certainly work for passenger buses. Wireless charging is being tested in small batches in cars like the Chevrolet Volt and Nissan Leaf, but there's big work being done in Den Bosch in the Netherlands, where E-Moss is testing a 39-foot all-electric bus and induction charging panels. Unlike the BYD electric buses being tested in another part of Holland, the bus in den Bosch is a converted Volvo rig that has had its diesel heart ripped out and replaced with batteries and a Inductive Power Transfer wireless charging system from Conductix Wampfler. We're not sure which pack this bus uses, but E-Moss offers electric buses with 80-, 120-, 160- and 200-kWh LiFePo4 battery packs. E-Moss says the wireless bus uses both overnight wired charging and on-the-route wireless opportunity charges at bus stops "to run reliably for 18 hours, covering some 288 kilometers a day, without the need to stop for prolonged periods." Since the energy supplied is green, E-Moss says, operating the bus is "completely climate-neutral." The bus can carry just as many people as it could before its operation There's another electric bus program with wireless testing going on in the US, at Utah State University's Energy Dynamics Laboratory. You can read all about that here and find the E-Moss press release below.Continue reading E-Moss testing "completely climate-neutral" wireless charging bus in NetherlandsE-Moss testing "completely climate-neutral" wireless charging bus in Netherlands originally appeared on Autoblog Green on Tue, 16 Oct 2012 14:10:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments

L.A., Istanbul top most-congested cities lists

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 11:41 AM PDT

L.A., Istanbul top most-congested cities lists


L.A., Istanbul top most-congested cities lists
If you thought your commute was bad, stop complaining, because it could be worse.

Kaspersky Labs preps its own OS to guard vital industry against cyberwarfare

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 10:44 AM PDT

Kaspersky Labs preps its own OS to guard vital industry against cyberwarfare


Kaspersky Labs preps its own OS to guard vital industry against cyberwarfare
Kaspersky Labs' namesake Eugene Kaspersky is worried that widely distributed and potentially state-sponsored malware like Flame and Stuxnet pose dire threats to often lightly protected infrastructure like communication and power plants -- whatever your nationality, it's clearly bad for the civilian population of a given country to suffer even collateral damage from cyberattacks. To minimize future chaos and literally keep the trains running, Kaspersky and his company are expanding their ambitions beyond mere antivirus software to build their own, extra-secure operating system just for large-scale industry. The platform depends on a custom, minimalist core that refuses to run any software that isn't baked in and has no code outside of its main purposes: there'll be no water supply shutdowns after the night watch plays Solitaire from an infected drive. Any information shared from one of these systems should be completely trustworthy, Kaspersky says. He doesn't have details as to when the OS will reach behind-the-scenes hardware, but he stresses that this is definitely not an open-source project: some parts of the OS will always remain confidential to keep ne'er-do-well terrorists (and governments) from undermining the technology we often take for granted.Filed under: SoftwareKaspersky Labs preps its own OS to guard vital industry against cyberwarfare originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 16 Oct 2012 13:28:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink The Next Web | Eugene Kaspersky, Securelist | Email this | Comments

SendHub Takes On Google Voice With Debut Of Shared Groups; Grabs New Investment...

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 10:44 AM PDT

SendHub Takes On Google Voice With Debut Of Shared Groups; Grabs New Investment From Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush


SendHub Takes On Google Voice With Debut Of Shared Groups; Grabs New Investment From Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush
SendHub, the messaging startup backed by $2 million in seed funding from Y Combinator, Kapor Capital, Menlo Ventures, 500 Startups and others, is today announcing a highly in-demand new feature with the launch of Shared Groups, as well as a notable new investor: Jeb Bush, 43rd Governor of Florida. This is the first startup investment for the former Republican governor, and one which saw the politician approaching SendHub, instead of the other way around.

Romo's return: the cute little smartphone robot wants to steal your heart again

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 10:44 AM PDT

Romo's return: the cute little smartphone robot wants to steal your heart again


Romo's return: the cute little smartphone robot wants to steal your heart again
Last time we saw Romo, it was a fledgling Kickstarter that we gave the Insert Coin treatment to, which then went on to achieve its funding. Now, the team behind it are back with a new updated version. The latest iteration boasts an all new circuit board, plus updated software and hardware -- along with the promise of an API for developers. If that sounds cool, that's because it is, but there are even loftier plans afoot if they secure a second round of funding. Remote 2-way telepresence, Roomba-esque navigation learning skills, facial recognition and Computer vision to name a few. So if you're an iOS-owning (no Android at this time) robot fan, you'd better scoot on over to the source and be lured in by its cutsie little grin (again).Filed under: Robots, MobileRomo's return: the cute little smartphone robot wants to steal your heart again originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 16 Oct 2012 12:59:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Kickstarter | Email this | Comments

Cardboard bicycle 'close to mass production': tough, green and just $20

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 09:49 AM PDT

Cardboard bicycle 'close to mass production': tough, green and just $20


Cardboard bicycle 'close to mass production': tough, green and just $20
Cardboard never ceases to amaze. Having been deployed in gramophones, stereos and even digital cameras, one inventor now believes it can be used to make the ideal bicycle. Izhar Gafni, from Israel, spent 18 months just folding the material every-which-way in order to discover a strong enough design, and now he claims his technique is almost ready for mass production. His maintenance-free bike uses a "secret" mix of organic materials to make it waterproof and fireproof, and is then lacquered to give it a friendlier appearance. It's expected to cost a mere $20 and weigh about 20 lbs (9 kg) -- that's 65 percent lighter than an average metal ride. In fact, this bicycle doesn't use any metal parts at all -- the solid tires are made of reconstituted rubber and a car timing belt is used instead of a chain. It lacks the swank of a Faraday Porteur, perhaps, but then you could buy 175 of these for the same money. Want proof that it actually works? The bike's not-so-featherweight inventor takes it for a spin after the break. [Image credit: Reuters / Baz Ratner]Continue reading Cardboard bicycle 'close to mass production': tough, green and just $20Filed under: Transportation, AltCardboard bicycle 'close to mass production': tough, green and just $20 originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 16 Oct 2012 12:27:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Reuters | Email this | Comments

Ford Recalls 154,000 Fiesta Models

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 09:49 AM PDT

Ford Recalls 154,000 Fiesta Models


Ford Recalls 154,000 Fiesta Models
Passenger-side curtain airbags may not deploy in a crash

Apple announces 'Special Event' for October 23rd -- we'll be there live!

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 09:49 AM PDT

Apple announces 'Special Event' for October 23rd -- we'll be there live!


Apple announces 'Special Event' for October 23rd -- we'll be there live!
Apple has just invited members of the press to attend a product launch on October 23rd, where we assume the long-rumored iPad mini will be unveiled. The event will go down merely weeks after Apple took the wraps off of the iPhone 5 (and strangely enough, the Foo Fighters played their last show for the foreseeable future). It's quite unlike Apple to throw two product parties in the fall, but if an entirely new iPad is being revealed, it may be a scenario that becomes more familiar in years to come. At this point, we're left with far more questions than answers: will the iPad mini really ship with a Lightning port, while the Retina iPad -- which was only introduced in March -- continues to ship with the "old" Dock Connector? Will Apple really continue to refresh its two iPad products at different intervals? Will the (presumed) AT&T iPad mini actually include mobile hotspot functionality? And while we're at it, is Apple really going to throw a "one more thing" into the mix by bumping its 13-inch MacBook Pro into Retina territory? After all, tossing "little" into the invite could allude to a smaller iPad and an update to an already-small laptop. We'll be there to bring you the blow-by-blow as it happens, so feel free to go ahead and take next Tuesday off. We'll sign the approval form.Filed under: Laptops, Tablets, AppleApple announces 'Special Event' for October 23rd -- we'll be there live! originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 16 Oct 2012 12:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Apple | Email this | Comments

Location-Sharing App Glympse Adds Groups, Calendar Integration To Eliminate All...

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 09:49 AM PDT

Location-Sharing App Glympse Adds Groups, Calendar Integration To Eliminate All Those "I'm Running Late" Messages


Location-Sharing App Glympse Adds Groups, Calendar Integration To Eliminate All Those "I'm Running Late" Messages
Glympse, the location-sharing app which first debuted back in 2009, is still hanging in there. The app arrived at a time when its competitors were the original, location-based social networks such as Loopt and Brightkite, now long gone. But Glympse survived - and today, it's getting a revamp. The company, which has slowly grown its install base to 3 million users, is updating its mobile apps on Android, iPhone and iPad with several new features, including support for groups, calendar integration, and more.

ContourROAM2 debuts in red, blue, green and black garb, shoots 1080p video for $...

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 09:49 AM PDT

ContourROAM2 debuts in red, blue, green and black garb, shoots 1080p video for $199 on October 21


ContourROAM2 debuts in red, blue, green and black garb, shoots 1080p video for $199 on October 21
The Contour+2 may well be the best digital action camcorder on the market (though Sony and GoPro would beg to differ), but the company knows not everyone wants a $400 shooter to capture their epic runs this ski season. Thus, Contour has introduced the ROAM2, a $199 model that records 1080p 30fps and 720p 60fps video on its included 4GB microSD card. Like the original Roam, it can capture clips up to one meter underwater without an external case, has a 270-degree rotating lens and a laser level to line up your shots. This new Roam, however, sports improved image quality and an aluminum skin of four colors: black, red and blue will be widely available, and green models can be had exclusively from Amazon through the end of the year (other retailers will carry it in 2013). Want one? Best Buy and other retailers will start selling them on October 21st.Continue reading ContourROAM2 debuts in red, blue, green and black garb, shoots 1080p video for $199 on October 21Filed under: CamerasContourROAM2 debuts in red, blue, green and black garb, shoots 1080p video for $199 on October 21 originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 16 Oct 2012 11:58:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Contour | Email this | Comments

Porsche Cayenne Gets Power Boost

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 09:49 AM PDT

Porsche Cayenne Gets Power Boost


Porsche Cayenne Gets Power Boost
The 550-hp Turbo S arrives in spring 2013 after L.A. Auto Show debut.

Fisker Karma hits Hollywood in upcoming Harrison Ford thriller Paranoia

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 08:56 AM PDT

Fisker Karma hits Hollywood in upcoming Harrison Ford thriller Paranoia


Fisker Karma hits Hollywood in upcoming Harrison Ford thriller Paranoia
Filed under: EV/Plug-in, Green Culture, Hybrid, Fisker Last year, it was the BMW i8. Next year, it'll be the Fisker Karma. That's the recent progression of plug-in vehicles making an appearance in blockbuster films. The Fisker Karma extended-range plug-in hybrid will play an important role in a scene in Paranoia, a corporate-espionage thriller starring Harrison Ford, according to USA Today. In the flick, which doesn't come out until next fall, a balding Ford hands the keys to a younger worker, played by Liam Hemsworth, as part of his "seduction" into the luxurious world of the one percent, according to the newspaper with the blue dot logo. Gary Oldman plays Ford's business mentee/opponent in the film. The Fisker has already gained favor with other entertainment figures, with Leonardo DiCaprio, Cee Lo Green and Justin Bieber among those who drive the six-figure car. The Fisker isn't the only plug-in ride to hit the silver screen. Last year, the BMW i8 electric-concept vehicle was featured in the Tom Cruise hit "Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol."Fisker Karma hits Hollywood in upcoming Harrison Ford thriller Paranoia originally appeared on Autoblog Green on Tue, 16 Oct 2012 11:43:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments

iTwin SecureBox adds hardware encryption to your Dropbox account

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 08:56 AM PDT

iTwin SecureBox adds hardware encryption to your Dropbox account


iTwin SecureBox adds hardware encryption to your Dropbox account
"The cloud," you've probably heard about it by now. It's this vast intangible place where you can put things. Things like emails and notes and files. But you've probably also heard about how vulnerable stuff in the cloud is and about how nefarious hackers can hijack your accounts to do terrible, terrible things with your data. Well, for the paranoid out there, iTwin is offering SecureBox, a hardware-based encryption system that can sync up with your Dropbox account. After plugging in your iTwin key you'll be presented with the SecureBox folder -- simply drag and drop your files there and they'll be encrypted and uploaded. To view them again you'll need one half of the iTwin and the AES 256-bit encryption key it contains. If you're looking for even more security you can add an optional password, adding two-factor authentication to your SecureBox, which already lives behind DropBox's own two-factor authentication system. You can pick up an iTwin yourself at the source for $99 or download the feature as a software update if you already have the prerequisite USB key.Continue reading iTwin SecureBox adds hardware encryption to your Dropbox accountFiled under: Peripherals, Storage, InternetiTwin SecureBox adds hardware encryption to your Dropbox account originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 16 Oct 2012 11:49:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | iTwin | Email this | Comments