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Day 2: The high price of Blu-ray has kept millions of people from getting the very best quality out of high-definition TVs, but Sony’s BDP-S580 puts the technology well within reach this holiday season. Who needs the 12 Days of Christmas? 20 Gadgets of Christmas is our daily column showcasing the best gifts this holiday [...]
Archive for November 29th, 2011
Swedish Town Creates "Radiation-Free" Zone
November 29th, 2011 
admin Sweden’s Dalarna County is preparing to create a “radiation-free” zone, after a man complained mobile phones caused his health problems. Dan Bengtsson, 62, said he believes the radiation from cell towers has made him “electro-oversensitive,” and is causing his headaches, back problems and “painful prickles” in his heart. Bengtsson has reportedly taken to wearing a [...]
Muslims Should Use Text Messages to Call to Prayer, Israeli Politician Says
November 29th, 2011 admin An Israeli politician wants to minimize the sonic impact of Muslims’ calls to prayer by encouraging the use of text messages, illustrating how technology can fuel religious debate. Danny Danon, a member of the Knesset from the Likud party, offered the option in response to constituents’ complaints the often loud calls for prayer come at [...]
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No Comments »Apple Loyalty Runs Deep, Study Finds
November 29th, 2011 admin Apple customers are the most loyal smartphone users, according to research firm Gfk, as the company continues to inspire strong brand allegiance that surpasses its rivals. According to results, 84 percent of iPhone users would choose the iPhone as their next mobile device, followed by 60 percent of Android users and 48 percent of BlackBerry [...]
Nokia Plans Windows Phone for U.S. in Early 2012
November 29th, 2011 admin Nokia is planning to release a Windows Phone in the U.S. in early 2012, as the company’s new devices look to make its long-awaited debut stateside. The Finnish phone maker has a flagship device slated for release sometime in January or February, according to BGR. The device will reportedly run a new version of Windows [...]
Android, Windows Phone Have Room to Grow
November 29th, 2011 admin Feature phones still dominate in many areas worldwide, highlighting an opportunity for smartphone makers to push expansion by competing on both price and services to drive their product’s adoption. Three in ten people worldwide have a smartphone, according to a report from VisionMobile, although smartphone adoption varies greatly between continents and regions. In the U.S. [...]
Facebook Edges Closer to $10 Billion IPO
November 29th, 2011 admin Facebook is getting closer to an initial public offering, which may become one of the largest such deals ever as it continues to attract more users daily. Analysts believe Facebook may offer $10 billion in an IPO, one of the largest ever offered by a technology company. An IPO could eventually multiply to a $100 [...]
Siri Can Start Your Car, Too
November 29th, 2011 admin Apple’s Siri voice-recognition system can now start a car, adding another dimension uses of the iPhone 4S. Brandon Fiquett, a developer and engineer, figured out a way to combine Viper’s SmartStart program, which lets him start his Acura through his phone, with Siri to start up his Acura. “The command is sent from Siri to [...]
Toyota Develops Touch Screen Car Doors
November 29th, 2011 admin Toyota’s concept car features touch screen door panels, demonstrating how automobiles are responding to consumers’ increasing love of technology. At the Tokyo Auto Show, the Japanese automaker’s president, Akio Toyoda, said the company’s focus will be on the experimental Fun-Vii, which he calls a “smartphone on four wheels.” Toyota is also showing an electric vehicle [...]
Malls Nix Cell Phone Tracking Amid Privacy Concerns
November 29th, 2011 admin Two malls nixed plans to track shoppers’ cell phones after public outcry from politicians and consumers, as personal privacy concerns continue to interfere with progressing technology. Malls in California and Virginia planned to use the FootPath technology system to anonymously track shoppers’ movements from Black Friday through the holiday shopping season by tracking mall patrons’ [...]
