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If you’re a fan of cycling and often go out biking at night, you surely must have heard of Revolights, an innovative LED bike lighting system which was first launched in 2011 and has enjoyed tremendous success. The Northern California startup has now returned with Revolights City, which proposes... Read more
Computerized Smart Fabrics Can Charge Your Phone
News April 24, 2013
When science and fashion blend, intriguing things are known to happen. Would you like to wear clothes that change their shape and color? New research from Canada’s Concordia University can actually make this become reality. The computerized, smart fabrics developed by scientists are highly interactive. They not only change... Read more
We may not know for sure when the much anticipated PlayStation 4 will be released or what it looks like, but one thing is for sure: Sony does not want to make the same mistake again and intends to sell the new console cheaper than the PlayStation 3 was... Read more
Windows 8 Touch Devices Will Sell For $200
News April 22, 2013
Touch-enabled laptops running Windows 8, that is. Do you still remember the days when the idea of being able to interact with your laptop via the screen was a wonder to behold and was basically a dream of the future? Gone are those days, we are living the future,... Read more
New Superbattery Charges Gadgets in Seconds
News April 20, 2013
Having enough battery power has always been a concern for users of mobile devices and for scientists in general. A new superbattery developed by University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign researchers can solve this problem once and for all. The new lithium-ion microbattery is not only 2,000 times more powerful... Read more
Ever since it was rumored that Microsoft’s next Xbox console will have an always online requirement, the Internet has been abuzz with controversy. The gaming industry is largely split between those who reject the idea and those who believe audiences are ready for always-on consoles. Will the so-called Xbox... Read more
This Week’s Top 5 Trending Videos
Internet April 18, 2013
This week’s top 5 trending videos include trailers for two highly anticipated movies, a spoof video on one of the most successful movies of the last year, a Simpsons’ gag and a video from the battlefields, or rather skies of Afghanistan. Needless to say, the videos are highly eclectic... Read more
French publisher Ubisoft has completed its acquisition of German game developer Related Designs, in a move that signals its willingness to invest in the free-to-play online game sector as well. Set up in 1995, Related Designs is one of the best game developers in Germany, best known for its... Read more
Your Software May be Fake, Microsoft Says
News April 17, 2013
An astonishing Microsoft study points towards the possibility that almost 33% percent of PC/laptop/tablet users have software that is counterfeit. Whether this counterfeit software is intentionally or unwittingly purchased, the study places the cost of damages by the malware industry at a sizeable chunk of $114 billion. The new... Read more
GIGS.2.GO The Paper USB Flash Drive
Software Reviews April 16, 2013
How many times have you found yourself needing a flash drive really badly and not having one on you? Very soon, such worries may stay in the past, as the GIGS.2.GO new portable USB flash drive kit is coming to your aid! The GIGS.2.GO basically consists of four USB... Read more
Microsoft Planning Touch-Enabled Smartwatch?
Mobile April 16, 2013
You may already have a Windows phone or tablet, but what would you say about running your favorite applications on a highly wearable Windows device, such as a wristwatch? As the market for gadgets you can actually wear is expanding, Microsoft is reportedly looking to build a touch-enabled smartwatch.... Read more
Apple Looking At Flexible Displays
Mobile April 15, 2013
The consumer tech sector continues to feed the curious appetites of its followers, and the major players have been nothing but busy in the past weeks. We’ve heard of Samsung introducing Galaxy mega devices, which is perfect for those blessed with gargantuan hands. Then there’s Microsoft, who is reportedly... Read more
In the continuing war of tech giants the latest battle takes place on the browser platform. Two of the world’s most renowned companies Microsoft and Google are taking each other head on in a battle to prove who has the best browser. If we take a trip down memory... Read more
Windows 8 Claims 4th in Desktop OS Market Share
News April 15, 2013
It has taken more time than expected but Windows 8 has finally managed to surge ahead of Linux in the PC market. This was made possible by the 0.5% growth during March. In February, Windows 8 gained 0.4% of the market share to consolidate its position. The 20% improvement... Read more
Does Outlook.com Trump Gmail?
Best SoftwareEmailNews April 14, 2013
With the release of the new revamped Microsoft Hotmail as Outlook.com, we are truly lucky that both these technical giants keep challenging each other by releasing quality products in a bid to one up each other. Although sometimes these battles can produce frustrating products and situations for the consumers,... Read more
Samsung Intros Galaxy Mega Devices with Two New Phablets
Mobile April 12, 2013
Samsung must really believe in the phablet market as the company has announced the arrival of two new oversized devices. The company on Thursday said it has added Galaxy Mega devices to its phablet series. If you are unfamiliar with phablet’s they are sized between a phone and a... Read more
Microsoft May Launch Google Glass Competitor in 2014
News April 12, 2013
For a product that hasn’t even hit the market, Google Glass is generating an insane amount of attention. Not only are consumers getting excited about this product but larger businesses, organizations and even market analysts are speculating on the effect this new innovation will have on the market and... Read more
Downgrade Windows 8 to Windows 7 for Free
News April 11, 2013
With the widely hyped and much publicized Windows 8 not living up to its potential, consumers like you don’t have to be stuck with something which you hate. Although after upgrading, many people often think the best option is to stick with what they got until they get used... Read more