Posts in “Technology”
Could Microsoft Be Announcing The Purchase Of Nokia?
With all of the rumors and speculation ongoing about the upcoming announcement from Microsoft that has technology journalists from all over dashing to Los Angeles for a super-secret announcement, every media outlet in the country is waiting with bated breath for what the Redmond-based juggernaut is ready to unveil. Most of the speculation is surrounding the possible announcement of a Microsoft branded Windows 8 tablet. But we wonder, is it just a tablet announcement that would give Microsoft reason to have everyone flying into the sunny City of Angels? Read On »
Microsoft To Pull The Plug On Zune?
There’s no doubt that the Zune brand, Microsoft’s poorly advertised and ill-fated music service (with hardware once!), has been on life-support for the last three years. For Zune owners (there are three of us on this site), it’s merely been a waiting game of when the axe will finally fall. Well, it looks like they might start sharpening their blades at the 2012 Electronic Entertainment Expo if a story reported by The Verge is true. Read On »
Steelseries Goes 8-Bit With ErgoRetro Line
Steelseries announced today a new line-up of ergonomic and retro-style accessories for the PC with the ErgoRetro series. Read On »
Anonymous Planning Operation Global Blackout? Not Likely.
A message found on Pastebin has the internet in full uproar as it appears that Anonymous is threatening to “shut the Internet down”. The Pastebin message has the typical tag lines of Anonymous at the end of the posting, however, certain things aren’t adding up, and we’re left to wonder if this might be someone’s idea of a practical joke, or another attempt to make Anonymous look bad. Read On »
SteelSeries’ Sensei: Now With A Sexier Look!
SteelSeries announced today at CEBIT (Center for Office Automation, Information Technology and Telecommunication) in Hanover, Germany that they would be giving the highly acclaimed SteelSeries Sensei a makeover with the Sensei [RAW]. Sporting a glossy or rubberized finishes, the Sensei [RAW] provides custom comfort for gamers with preferences for different surfaces. Read On »
Microsoft Announces Release Of Windows 8 Consumer Preview
Microsoft just recently announced in Barcelona, Spain the public release of the Windows 8 Consumer Preview. Available now for download, consumers will be able to take a look at the new “Metro” interface first-hand and see what the fundamental changes will be from the current operating system, Windows 7.
Megaupload Shut Down For Piracy – Proof That We Don’t Need SOPA or PIPA?
Fox News has just reported that the Federal Bureau of Investigation has shut down Megaupload.com and charged it’s “ringleaders” with racketeering, conspiracy to commit copyright infringement, money laundering and other charges related to violating piracy laws. So this begs the question, “Why do we need SOPA again?” Read On »
CEA Urges Opposition To SOPA/PIPA
Today, the Consumer Electronics Association, creator of the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) urged people to take a stand against the legislation known as SOPA (Stop Online Piracy Act) by contacting your Congressperson today. In the press release, the CEA said:
“The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) and CEA’s Innovation Movement are under a 24-hour web blackout in protest of proposed legislation – the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) in the U.S. House of Representatives, and the PROTECT IP Act (PIPA) in the U.S. Senate. The bills ostensibly go after Internet pirates, but are so broadly worded as to implicate legitimate businesses. If passed, they will mean more litigation and damage to the innovation economy. While SOPA is temporarily stalled in the House, the Senate plans to bring PIPA for a vote next week, even though most Americans are opposed.”
Hands On With Optoma’s 3D Gaming Projector
In a world where high-definition graphics meet the third dimension on our video game consoles, the way of the LAN party has given out to online play as the equipment needed to truly enjoy our HD games has become too cumbersome to pick up and carry wherever you go. Furthermore, our viewing needs have gotten bigger as the amount of visual real estate becomes more crucial to remain competitive. However, Optoma USA’s GT750E 3D Gaming Projector has the potential to provide everything a gamer needs to be portable and competitive, while still offering an excellent picture.
Hands On With Turtle Beach’s 2012 Lineup
If you read my review of Turtle Beach’s X41 wireless 5.1 headset in 2011, you might remember that there were a few bones that I had to pick with TB ; no rechargeable batteries and a fit and finish that made the unit look cheap were among my biggest issues with the X41. Well, I’m happy to say that Turtle Beach has made quite a few strides in making a higher quality headset, and then some!
