Article Archive for July 2008

Microsoft ready for 64-bit push
Posted from VISTA.BLORGE on July 31, 2008

Microsoft believes a change in the hardware market means it could be time for the 64-bit edition of Windows to catch on.
To recap: 64-bit processors have been used in large-scale computers for decades, but it’s only in the past five years or so that they’ve become a genuinely feasible option for home PCs. Most [...]

Can Dell’s new Hybrid PCs compete with PS3 and Xbox 360 for the living room?
Posted from TECH.BLORGE on July 31, 2008

Dell recently introduced their new ultra small PC line for the living room. This is Dell’s answer to the small PCs other manufacturers such as Apple and HP have been competing with.
These PCs are extremely small, said to be roughly 80% smaller then the regular sized desktops. With fully customizable face plates and [...]

Case cracking on iPhone 3G, most noticeable on white versions
Posted from iPHONETOUCH.BLORGE on July 31, 2008

Case cracking on iPhone 3G, most noticeable on white versions Several reports were filed across the blogosphere today about the occurrence of small hairline-type cracks becoming noticeable on iPhones.  At first, it was thought white versions were the only ones being effected, but later reports confirmed that its black brethren suffers from the same flaw as well.

PS3 turning the corner by becoming EA’s top seller?
Posted from GAMER.BLORGE on July 31, 2008

PS3 turning the corner by becoming EA's top seller? EA recently released their financial statement and there is a surprising turn of events on the sheet. Currently the PS3 is shown to be selling much more software than any of the other consoles including the PS2.

Wireless memory card provider Eye-Fi teams with Adobe, Nikon, and Circuit City
Posted from PHOTO.BLORGE on July 31, 2008

Wireless memory card provider Eye-Fi teams with Adobe, Nikon, and Circuit City Eye-Fi, makers of the world’s first wireless memory cards for digital cameras, recently announced new online photo sharing partnerships with Adobe and Nikon as well as its first nationwide retailer, Circuit City.  The new partnerships should position the new company perfectly to spread the word about its new technology.

Recovering from Vista crashes, no more re-installs, just reboot Windows
Posted from VISTA.BLORGE on July 31, 2008

Compliments are far and few between these days for Vista, besides the kudos it receives for its user interface.  When something does come along, it’s well worth sharing.  Compliments are due for the fact that Vista is by far the most robust and hardest to break than any previous Microsoft operating system.
Alex Wolfe from [...]

Apple’s iTunes U offers free lectures, tutorials, and more
Posted from MAC.BLORGE on July 30, 2008

apple.jpegBesides offering songs, movies, podcasts, and many other features available on iTunes. Apple also has a section focused on education. Logging onto the Apple iTunes store you’ll find iTunes U located under Genre.

T-Mobile asks “Are you ready?” for 3G rollout October 1
Posted from TECH.BLORGE on July 30, 2008

Well of course we’re bloody ready for 3G! What kind of question is that? A T-Mobile flyer noting the October 1 rollout of 3G to 27 U.S. cities has been spotted; there is hope for the network that once had the beautiful Catherine Zeta-Jones for a celebrity representative.
The unofficial T-Mobile blog [...]

Google branching out, placing AdSense in console games, PC games, and more
Posted from TECH.BLORGE on July 30, 2008

Google seems to spread its advertising seed in every corner of the internet, and with good reason.  While the company dominates search advertising, it has yet to make a big splash in video games. That could change soon, as the company has been quietly testing its “AdSense for Games” product for months.
According to VentureBeat, [...]

First Solar (FSLR) slam dunks green tech for green cash
Posted from TECH.BLORGE on July 30, 2008

With its latest release of financial information, First Solar (FSLR), a manufacturer photovoltaic solar modules just demonstrated that focusing on green, sustainable technology has wild profit potential. The company announced a 57 percent increase in quarterly profits.
First Solar has headquarters in Tempe, Arizona with manufacturing plants in Ohio, Germany and Malaysia. And, as the [...]

Apple warns of possible shortages in Macs, iPods within weeks
Posted from MAC.BLORGE on July 30, 2008

Telling Apple retailers to “stock up” on Macs and iPods, Apple is warning of a coming shortage that could affect availability. There is no word yet on the reason for the shortage, however, speculation looms that it goes hand in hand with their mystery product announcement from the fiscal quarter update call last week.

My take on the Mojave videos
Posted from VISTA.BLORGE on July 30, 2008

Like many other writers, I see Mojave as much more of ad campaign than a genuine scientific experiment. As my colleague Matt Jansen wrote yesterday, it’s no secret that there was a major flaw in the way that the participants didn’t actually get a hands-on experience (which makes it ironic that one of them [...]

Coca Cola distribution chain can save lives in Africa
Posted from TECH.BLORGE on July 30, 2008

Coca Cola is a worldwide commodity.  Even in countries where drinkable water is scarce, you can by a Coke.  Now Coca Cola is engaged in the Cola Life Campaign project looking at ways to save the lives of millions of children in Africa. 
The Cola Life Campaign is working with Coca Cola to investigate [...]

SIRIUS-XM deal to lead the way to a Dish Network / DIRECTV merger?
Posted from TECH.BLORGE on July 30, 2008

The finally successful merger of XM and SIRIUS raised some thoughts about other areas where two competing companies could merge to ease the financial load.  A prime example is in the satellite television industry where Dish Network and DIRECTV are in steep competition in all areas.  Even though they’ve already tried such a merger, [...]

John Cormack compares Apple iPhone to PS2 & Xbox – Game on way
Posted from iPHONETOUCH.BLORGE on July 30, 2008

John Cormack compares Apple iPhone to PS2 & Xbox - Game on wayAs the co-founder of ID software, and chief designer of games such as Doom and Quake, John Carmack is a man to be listened to. In his latest interview, he talks about his respect for the iPhone as a potential gaming platform, and how he compares it to the last generation consoles, the PS2 and Xbox.