Have an emergency? Soon you may be able to text for help rather that calling the old faithful 911. It’s actually surprising this hasn’t surfaced sooner but better late than never. There are definitely times Continue reading “FCC looking to accept 911 texting, MMS, and even streaming video”. …more
By Joe Evans •
Nov. 23, 2010 at 10:20am
Tabbed browsing, one of the essential features in all browsers, has evolved yet again thanks to its long-time pioneer. Opera 11 beta introduces tab stacking, a better way to organize your open tabs. Traditionally, tabs Continue reading “Opera 11 beta Introduces Tab Stacking for Web Browsing”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Nov. 23, 2010 at 9:29am
OCZ Technology today unveiled new Xtreme Thermal Exchange (XTE) and Blade 2 high-speed desktop memory. OCZ says these new kits provide the optimal balance of blazing DDR3 performance and cooling efficiency in one solution. Offering Continue reading “OCZ Technology Announces XTE and Blade 2 DDR3 Memory Modules”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Nov. 23, 2010 at 9:07am
HP today announced financial results for its fourth fiscal quarter ended October 31, 2010, with net revenue of $33.3 billion, up 8% from the prior-year period including a slight negative currency impact of about one Continue reading “HP Reports Fourth Quarter 2010 Results”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Nov. 22, 2010 at 4:21pm
Netflix represents more than 20% of downstream Internet traffic during peak times in the U.S. — and is heaviest in the prime time hours of 8 to 10 p.m., according to a new report from Continue reading “Will The $7.99 Unlimited Streaming Netflix Deal Ruin The Internet?”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Nov. 22, 2010 at 4:17pm
In conjunction with the iOS 4.2.1 update we have learned that Apple has released new firmware for the Apple TV. As anticipated, the 4.1 firmware upgrade adds support for AirPlay, the technology that allows devices Continue reading “Apple TV 4.1 Update Brings Support For AirPlay and More”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Nov. 22, 2010 at 2:52pm
Digital Storm has announced a new high-performance PC called the Sub-Zero Liquid Chilled System. With this new system, Digital Storm offers an unrivalled PC gaming experience that unlocks overclocks of Intels i7-980X CPU up to Continue reading “Digital Storm Debuts Sub-Zero Liquid Chilled System – Starting At $3,899”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Nov. 22, 2010 at 1:44pm
Netflix has announced a $7.99 streaming-only plan for the U.S. market. Netflix is currently available in North America on all next-gen consoles as well as a number of set-top boxes. With Hulu being more and Continue reading “Netflix Launches Streaming-Only Plan”. …more
By Ken Brown •
Nov. 22, 2010 at 12:12pm
Kingston today announced the HyperX MAX 3.0 External USB 3.0 Drive. Shipping in December, the SuperSpeed USB certified HyperX MAX 3.0 drive is a fast and durable external USB 3.0 storage drive. Kingston’s HyperX MAX Continue reading “Kingston Launches HyperX MAX 3.0 External USB 3.0 Drive”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Nov. 22, 2010 at 11:50am
Call of Duty: Black Ops got a patch over the weekend for both the single player and multiplayer versions. Both patches include CPU performance improvements, which is is never a bad thing. How much this Continue reading “Call of Duty: Black Ops Patch Improves CPU Performance”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Nov. 22, 2010 at 10:40am
Apple has released the much anticipated iOS 4.2 for the iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch devices. This brings much of the functionality already on the iPhone to the iPad like multitasking, unified mailboxes and app Continue reading “iOS 4.2 Available and ‘Find My iPhone’ Now Free!”. …more
By Joe Evans •
Nov. 22, 2010 at 9:07am
With the launch of 3DMark 11 just a week away Futuremark today announced a new competition to promote the new DirectX 11 benchmark. The 3DMark 11 ‘Guess the Score’ contest sees contestants trying to guess Continue reading “Futuremark and MSI Announce 3DMark 11 ‘Guess the Score’ Competition”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Nov. 22, 2010 at 8:30am
FinalWire Ltd. recently announced the acquisition of diagnostics, hardware monitoring, network audit, and benchmarking software, Lavalys EVEREST. Beginning immediately, FinalWire will execute on the planned integration of the two companies technologies. With the acquisition of Continue reading “FinalWire Acquires and Discontinues EVEREST”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Nov. 22, 2010 at 8:18am
Many of you might have noticed that NVIDIA never did come out with a Dual-GPU video card soltuion using the GF100 core found on the GeForce GTX 480 video card. It was rumored a graphics Continue reading “NVIDIA GeForce GTX 595 Dual-GPU Video Card Pictured”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Nov. 22, 2010 at 8:11am
Zalman VF3000A Review @ OCC and other reviews from around the web can be found by visiting our forums! “The Zalman VF3000A was a breeze to install, operated quietly, and provided the best temperatures out Continue reading “November 22 News from Around the Web”. …more
By amy •
Nov. 22, 2010 at 8:09am