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PCWorld Latest Technology News         GlobalFoundries Plans to Open Fab in Abu Dhabi May 19, 2011 at 9:51 AM   Chip manufacturing company GlobalFoundries on Thursday said it plans to open a factory in Abu Dhabi as it expands worldwide operations.         Gartner: Android and Apple Win Big Globally in Q1 May 19, 2011 at 9:42 AM   Android became the most popular smartphone operating system worldwide in the first quarter of 2011, while Apple saw its share of the market grow, according to a...         Gaming Firms Must Sail Past China's Pirates to Cash in May 19, 2011 at 9:41 AM   Although the game was developed in the U.S., the concept behind Plants vs. Zombies knows no cultural bounds for Chinese fans like 27-year-old Sai Na.         Novatel Readies Embedded LTE Module for Verizon's Network May 19, 2011 at 9:40 AM   Novatel Wireless' Expedite E362 4G LTE embedded module has received technical approval to run on the Verizon Wireless LTE (Long Term Evolution) network, the chip...         Microsoft: Intel's Comments on Windows 8 Versions Are Dead Wrong May 19, 2011 at 9:31 AM   Microsoft said there won't be four versions of Windows 8 for ARM system-on-a-chip processors that are incapable of running legacy Windows apps. Media Files 213694-10.-windows-8-public-beta_listing.jpg (JPEG Image)         Google Won't Dabble in Facial Recognition Search System May 19, 2011 at 9:05 AM   Eric Schmidt said the accuracy of facial recognition technology is 'very concerning' and not something that Google would do, but he believes another company may cross that line. Media Files 199829-google_180_original.jpg (JPEG Image)         Revamped Apple Stores Will Feature iPads May 19, 2011 at 8:32 AM   Paper signs used to display product information will be replaced with iPads, showcasing product features to customers. Media Files apple_store_180-5175080.png (PNG Image)         Cloud-Based iTunes Version May be Ready for WWDC May 19, 2011 at 8:06 AM   Apple recently signed a deal with EMI Music and is close to wrapping up deals with Universal Music Group and Sony Music Entertainment, according to one report. Media Files 160248-apple_logo-black._180jpeg         Six Biggest Rising Threats from Cybercriminals May 19, 2011 at 7:58 AM   Watch out for these cyberattacks that can turn smartphones into texting botnets, shut off electricity, jam GPS signals and more Media Files securityThreats_180.jpg (JPEG Image)         Sony Denies PSN Hack, Confirms PSN Web Exploit May 19, 2011 at 6:57 AM   Sony says its PSN Web page wasn't hacked, but admits it was (almost) exploited. Media Files psn-graphic-5175056.jpg (JPEG Image)         Verizon Readies HTC Trophy, its First Windows Phone May 19, 2011 at 6:45 AM   The Windows Phone 7 device goes on sale next week priced at about $150. Media Files htc_trophy_thumb180-5175173.jpg (JPEG Image)         HP's TouchPad Could Emerge as Viable IPad Competitor May 19, 2011 at 5:10 AM   HP's TouchPad could emerge as a viable competitor to Apple's iPad tablet in a burgeoning market filled with disappointing competitors, industry analysts said...         Presented By: May 19, 2011 at 3:45 AM         North Korea's Internet Domain Is in New Hands May 19, 2011 at 3:45 AM   Control of North Korea's top-level Internet domain has been formally assigned to a government-backed venture after the previous operator, a German company, let...         Sharp Develops Super High-def Screen for Future TV May 19, 2011 at 12:20 AM   Japan's Sharp has developed an 85-inch LCD (liquid crystal display) panel with resolution equivalent to 16 times that of today's HDTV panels. The screen, which...         Siemens SCADA Hacking Talk Pulled Over Security Concerns May 18, 2011 at 8:30 PM   A planned presentation on security vulnerabilities in Siemens industrial control systems was pulled Wednesday over worries that the information in the talk was...         Day 18: Google Docs Translations Don't Make Sense May 18, 2011 at 8:26 PM   Google claims Google Docs can translate 53 different languages, but my experience suggests that the translations are essentially useless in many cases. Media Files 211466-google_docs_180_original.jpg (JPEG Image)         Intel's Sean Maloney Comes Back to Tackle Mobile May 18, 2011 at 8:10 PM   Sean Maloney will return to the spotlight as one of Intel's most important executives on May 31 after several months of medical leave and a gradual return to...         Sony Ericsson Xperia Play: First Look May 18, 2011 at 7:42 PM   It's finally here! We get to toy around with the Xperia Play--the so-called PlayStation Phone. Read on to get our initial take. Media Files 219796-se_experia_play_thumbnail.png (PNG Image)         ADP Wants More Than Your Payroll May 18, 2011 at 7:10 PM   ADP, which claims to handle the payroll for one in six working Americans, is moving aggressively to modernize its services and expand the range of products it...         SNES Controller Mod Plays Nice With Android May 18, 2011 at 6:01 PM   Do you miss buttons? Rich Degenhardt sure does, so he created a mod which would see an old SNES controller talking to an Android phone--no rooting required. Media Files snes_android_hack-5174958.png (PNG Image)         Are You Exposing Your Private Facebook Lists? May 18, 2011 at 5:20 PM   Here's how I discovered my "Limited Profile" list was visible, and how you can ensure yours is private. Media Files facebook-exposed-thumb-5172453.jpg (JPEG Image)         'Face' Of Anonymous Quits: Interview With Barrett Brown May 18, 2011 at 5:10 PM   Media Files 224267-anonymous_180.jpg (JPEG Image)         Mac Malware Brouhaha: Are Apple Users No Longer Safe? May 18, 2011 at 5:05 PM   Mac users don't need virus protection...right? A recent report suggests that Mac malware infections may be on the rise. Media Files 226015-apple-toxic_original.jpg (JPEG Image)         Remote Access at Warp Speed May 18, 2011 at 5:00 PM   Riverbed's Steelhead Mobile WAN acceleration software client slashes Web, mail, file copy, and file transfer times for Windows and Mac users. Media Files riverbed_new_-_use-5174946.jpg (JPEG Image)         Yahoo to Buy Startup to Boost Premium Ad Sales May 18, 2011 at 5:00 PM   Seeking to beef up its sales of premium online ads, Yahoo has agreed to acquire 5to1, a startup founded in 2009 by former executives from News Corp.'s Fox...         The State of Android Honeycomb Updates: Better, but Not Stellar May 18, 2011 at 4:55 PM   Honeycomb updates may be better than the phone-based counterparts, but they're still not ideal. Media Files honeycomb-5174790.jpg (JPEG Image)         Rumor: Sprint and T-Mobile to Get iPhone? May 18, 2011 at 4:50 PM   A recent research note from analyst Peter Misek coupled with a curious job posting from Apple point to the iPhone arriving on Sprint and perhaps T-Mobile later this year. Media Files apple-iphone-3gs-5172017.png (PNG Image)         Presented By: May 18, 2011 at 4:45 PM         Watch iOS Videos on Your HDTV May 18, 2011 at 4:45 PM   With a single adapter, you can turn your iPad, iPhone, or iPod Touch into a video player that mimics an Apple TV. Media Files mc953-5174942.jpg (JPEG Image)         Overhaul of U.K. Copyright Law Would Boost GDP, Says Report May 18, 2011 at 4:31 PM   The U.K.'s obsolete copyright laws are hurting innovation and should be overhauled to boost economic growth and make it easier for content and creative...         Microsoft to Expand AppFabric Toolset May 18, 2011 at 4:30 PM   The company plans to offer the ability to build multi-tier applications directly from an AppFabric console         Sony Takes Down PlayStation Network After URL Error May 18, 2011 at 4:30 PM   Nothing comes easy to Sony these days. The company was forced to take part of its Sony PlayStation Network offline briefly on Wednesday as it fixed a Web glitch...         Internet Trade Group Wants Changes in Copyright Bill May 18, 2011 at 4:30 PM   An Internet trade group says a new copyright bill would lead to "thousands" of private legal actions against Web companies.         Clearwire Outsources Network Management to Ericsson May 18, 2011 at 4:30 PM   Clearwire is outsourcing the management of its network to Ericsson for seven years in a bid to cut its operating costs.         Tips for Dealing With Professional Print Shops May 18, 2011 at 4:30 PM   The printing industry is a curious mix of old and new--a world rich with history that harks back hundreds of years, but relies on technology that changes and improves all the time. Media Files 221629-printer_ink_180_original.jpg (JPEG Image)         San Francisco Migrates to Hosted Exchange May 18, 2011 at 4:30 PM   The city and county of San Francisco have started a transition to using Microsoft's hosted e-mail service, choosing the software giant's service over Google and...         New Xbox Firmware Bricks Some Consoles, Microsoft Makes Amends May 18, 2011 at 4:15 PM   Xbox 360 bricked by the latest update? Microsoft will get you a new console. Media Files 223624-xbox-360_180.jpg (JPEG Image)         Avoiding Data Loss Is Easier Than You Think May 18, 2011 at 3:50 PM   Most organizations believe they aren't in danger of losing data, but as recent news demonstrates, the threat is real and no organization is immune. Media Files 221562-218620-lock_data_drm_cloud_180_original_original.jpg (JPEG Image)         Droid X2 vs. Droid Incredible 2: Spec Comparison May 18, 2011 at 3:35 PM   Should you wait for Motorola's Droid X2, or just get the HTC Incredible 2 (out now)? Media Files thumb_droidx2_vs_droid_incredible2_chart-5174928.png (PNG Image)         Intel Gets Defensive About Windows 8 on ARM May 18, 2011 at 3:19 PM   Intel claims ARM is not a threat, but it is quick to point out that legacy software won't work, and how it is hedging its bets with Linux and Android. Media Files 199877-intel_logo_180_original.jpg (JPEG Image)         Intel Throws Might Into Chasing Mobile Market and ARM May 18, 2011 at 3:12 PM   After years of dominance in computer chips, Intel now is chasing the chip market and trying to redefine its future. Media Files intel_logo-5172105.jpg (JPEG Image)         Smile To Unlock: iPhone App Uses Facial Recognition to Secure Your Phone May 18, 2011 at 2:42 PM   Want to secure your (jailbroken) iPhone? Swipe and say cheese to unlock with RecognizeMe. Media Files thumb-5174838.jpg (JPEG Image)         Why Doesn't Google Polish Android With Chrome? May 18, 2011 at 2:36 PM   Google's two-operating-system strategy looks to take down Microsoft and Apple's OS dominance. Media Files 205769-chrome_android_180_original.jpg (JPEG Image)         Presented By: May 18, 2011 at 2:22 PM         Socially Awkward Blimp Stalks People, Isn't as Creepy as It Sounds May 18, 2011 at 2:22 PM   Ollie the autonomous blimp observes and reacts to the world around him. He'll follow you around, too. Media Files ollie3-5174858.jpg (JPEG Image)         Nikon D3000 Digital SLR, $490 May 18, 2011 at 1:55 PM   Amazon is selling the Nikon D3000 digital SLR camera for only $490, with free shipping. Media Files 186918-nikond3000_180_original.jpg (JPEG Image)         Google Issues Patch to Plug Android Data Leaks May 18, 2011 at 1:26 PM   The fix should keep contact and calendar data safe if you're on an open Wi-Fi network. Media Files android_sad_thumb-5169849.jpg (JPEG Image)         Open Source Software Is Now a Norm in Businesses May 18, 2011 at 12:07 PM   Fully adopted by mainstream enterprises with ever-increasing confidence, open software faces a bright future, a survey says. Media Files 213624-executive_business_suits_18_original.jpg (JPEG Image)         Self-Inflating Earbuds Could Save Ears--and Tunes May 18, 2011 at 12:06 PM   Stephen Ambrose creates a balloon-like earphone flexible seal that also redirects damaging sound virbations. Media Files adel_screen-5174778.jpg (JPEG Image)             This email was sent to customcomputerrepair.techdirect2@blogger.com. Delivered by Feed My Inbox PO Box 682532 Franklin, TN 37068 Account Login Unsubscribe Here