Google+ Hangouts comes to Gmail, replacing Gmail video chat

Google today began rolling out Google+ Hangouts functionality to Gmail, replacing (upgrading) old Gmail video chat. The biggest difference between two is that unlike old video chat, which was based on peer-to-peer technology, the upgraded service will offer higher reliability and enhanced quality by utilizing the power of Google's network.

According to Google, this upgrade will benefit all the Gmail users but if you and the person you're chatting with also use Google+, you’ll get even more from the Hangouts experience. And the coolest part is you'll be able to video chat with up to nine people at once, watch YouTube videos together, collaborate on Google documents and share your screen.

Source:- Official Gmail blog

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3 Million Mountain Lion Downloads in 4 days

Apple announced that downloads of OS X Mountain Lion have exceeded three million in four days, making it the most successful OS X release in Apple’s history. With more than 200 innovative new features, Mountain Lion is the ninth major release of the world’s most advanced desktop operating system and is available through the Mac App Store as an upgrade to Lion or Snow Leopard users for $19.99 (US).

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Microsoft Announces New Mice and Keyboards Designed for Windows 8

Microsoft announced the new lineup of Mice and Keyboards optimized for Windows 8 and loaded with features including Bluetooth connectivity, BlueTrack Technology for tracking on virtually any surface.

Wedge Touch Mouse

Microsoft Wedge Touch Mouse packs full functionality into an ultracompact frame that’s great for a mobile lifestyle. Small enough to fit in your pocket, the Wedge Touch Mouse is designed to complement your Windows experience in all its forms, providing four-way touch scrolling and navigation at your fingertips.

• Its artful and minimalist design also comes free of cables or USB transceivers — you simply turn it on and connect it to your Bluetooth-enabled laptop or tablet for a clutter-free experience.
• It features BlueTrack Technology so you can use it on virtually any surface, whether you’re in a conference room, a coffee shop or at home on your couch.*
• It includes Backpack Mode to power down and sleep along with the computer it’s paired to, extending battery life.
• Pricing: estimated retail price of US$69.95.

Wedge Mobile Keyboard

The new ultraslim Microsoft Wedge Mobile Keyboard brings full-size keyboard comfort, efficiency and speed to a tablet. Designed specifically for tablet users, Wedge Mobile Keyboard includes some of the most commonly used features, such as Windows Hot Keys and built-in media keys.

• The lightweight design makes it easy to carry, and its full-sized keyset provides a comfortable experience that makes typing a breeze.
• Its durable cover not only helps protect your keyboard from scratches but also quickly converts into a tablet stand. When you’re done using it, simply snap the cover back on the keyboard to power it down before you stash it in your bag.
• Bluetooth technology lets you wirelessly connect to your tablet without a cable or transceiver.
• Pricing: estimated retail price of US$79.95.

Sculpt Touch Mouse

Designed to provide comfort matched with portability, the Microsoft Sculpt Touch Mouse is a great solution for smooth and easy navigation with a Windows 8-based PC.

• With a four-way touch scroll strip, you can breeze up and down, left and right, and through applications and documents with a simple finger swipe, making it great for navigating the Windows 8 Start screen.
• Sculpt Touch Mouse uses Bluetooth technology, so you can wirelessly connect to your tablet without a cable or transceiver.
• Pricing: estimated retail price of US$49.95.

Sculpt Mobile Keyboard

The Microsoft Sculpt Mobile Keyboard provides an ideal balance of mobility, comfort and productivity. A full-size keyboard with Microsoft’s Comfort Curve design and Bluetooth connectivity, the Sculpt Mobile Keyboard is built to be the ideal travel companion.

• At just more than one pound, the keyboard is perfect for on-the-go computing with high-quality construction built for travel.
• Its Comfort Curve design helps position the hands and wrists in a natural and comfortable resting position.
• Battery-saving technology powers the keyboard down into sleep mode after a period of inactivity. The keyboard wakes up and reconnects with the simple tap of a key.
• Pricing: estimated retail price of US$49.95.

Touch Mouse - Updated Gesture Settings for Windows 8

As promised, the Microsoft Touch Mouse will obtain updated functionality specifically designed for Windows 8 with new gesture settings to easily navigate the new UI.

• One-finger swipes allow customers to move naturally and intuitively side to side or up and down, shifting content on screen.
• Two-finger movements manage apps, switch through open apps and show app commands.
• Three fingers allow customers to zoom in and out.
• Thumb gestures navigate backward and forward within apps.
• Pricing: estimated retail price of US$79.95.

All products will be available soon at the online Microsoft Store and through other retailers.

Source:- Windows Team Blog

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Windows Phone Samsung Omnia M coming to the UK on August 1st

Phones 4u can today confirm that it will be the first one to offer Samsung Omnia M, when it makes official debut in the UK in couple of days. The Mango-flavored device features a 4-inch Super AMOLED display, a 1 GHz processor, 5MP rear camera and VGA cam on front. Omnia M will be available free on contract from £20.50 a month or SIM Free from £289.95. If you are interested you can order Omina M from Phones 4u online for delivery by 1st August.

Source:- Phones4U

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HTC Explains Why the Desire HD won't be getting Android 4.0 ICS

Few months back HTC Desire HD owners were promised Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich update but the company has broken its promise and officially announced that the Desire HD won't be getting Android 4.0, despite the fact that phone packing hardware similar to its newer phones that run on ICS.

The Taiwanese handset manufacturer might felt your pain and the need to give further explanation to Desire HD owners, claiming that they have a good reason for denying Android 4.0 ICS upgrade.

According to HTC, due to how storage on the HTC Desire HD is partitioned – and the larger size of Android 4.0 – it would require re-partitioning device storage and overwriting user data in order to install this update. While technically advanced users might find this solution acceptable, the majority of customers would not. We also considered ways to reduce the overall size of the software package, but this would impact features and functionality that customers are currently using. Even after installing the update, there were other technical limitations which we felt negatively impacted the user experience.

What do you think above explanation from HTC is enough to please HTC Desire HD owners waited for Android 4.0 ICS upgrade?

The following HTC devices are confirmed to get Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich:

• DROID Incredible 2 by HTC
• HTC Amaze 4G
• HTC Desire S
• HTC EVO 3D
• HTC EVO Design 4G
• HTC Incredible S
• HTC Sensation
• HTC Sensation XL
• HTC Sensation 4G
• HTC Sensation XE
• HTC Raider
• HTC Rezound
• HTC Rhyme
• HTC Thunderbolt
• HTC Vivid

Source:- HTC

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Winners of Password Resetter 2.0 Announced

Password Resetter 2.0 Giveaway has just ended and now its time to announce randomly chosen winners.

And the 3 Winners are:-

1. Anjalikraj

2. Ravi

3. ha14

Congratulations to the winners. You'll receive your license key and download link shortly via mail.

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Download and install Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich update for Lenovo IdeaPad K1

Lenovo released a basic non-customized, region-independent Vanilla version of Android 4.03 aka Ice Cream Sandwich for IdeaPad K1 customers who want to get rid of Honeycomb.

This release is generally not recommended for the casual or mainstream user who is unfamiliar with the Android OS and customizing it. The source code, which may be of additional value to the developer community, will be made available shortly. Further OTA updates are not planned for this release.

Download IdeaPad K1 ICS Package

Vanilla ICS image Installation guide (for Windows user)

Source:- Lenovo

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Acer Confirms Android 4.1 Jelly Bean for some Iconia Tablets

Acer confirmed that it will update their tablets to Android 4.1 Jelly Bean but didn't mention any models or timeframe for the updates.

Acer believes that the newer tablets will have no problems with Android 4.1 upgrade but still investigating for the older models whether they are capable of running Android 4.1 or not. So, you can expect Iconia Tab A700, Iconia Tab A200 and Iconia Tab A510 to get the taste of Jelly Bean.
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Source: Unwired View

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Motorola XOOM WiFi getting Jelly Bean Android 4.1 Update

Looks like Motorola XOOM WiFi owners in the US are receiving Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean (build JRO03H) update. This is the first device getting Jelly Bean upgrade without Nexus in the nametag. XOOM WiFi owners will be notified when Jelly Bean arrives for their devices but those who're impatient, can check for updates in Settings. In case you have other XOOM tablet, sorry to say but you’ve to wait little longer for Jelly Bean.

Source:- Android Central

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LG Nitro HD getting Android 4.0 ICS update starting July 31

AT&T today announced that the LG Nitro HD owners will receive Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich update along with LG's new Optimus 3.0 UI for their handset beginning July 31st.

The most noticeable changes LG Nitro HD customers will see with this update are:

• New lock screen actions let you conveniently jump directly to a specific application without unlocking the home screen.
• The redesigned Gallery App & Photo Editor makes it easier to manage, show, and share photos and videos than ever before.
• An updated home screen folder and favorites tray that lets you group your apps and shortcuts logically by simply dragging one onto another.
• Enhanced multitasking capabilities let you instantly navigate from one task to another by leveraging a list in the System Bar that includes thumbnail images of all recently used apps.  Just tap the thumbnail to resume using that app.
• Improved text input with an updated keyboard that supports faster text input and more accurate entries with better error correction and word suggestions.
• An app that helps you easily monitor your data usage.
• Face Unlock, a new screen-lock option that intelligently unlocks your device using facial recognition software.

Additionally, AT&T announced that in the coming weeks they will be rolling out updates to the HTC One X and HTC Inspire that enhance performance and in the case of the Inspire, add AT&T Address Book, HTC Sense 3.0 and Task Manager.

Source:- AT&T blog

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Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE Coming Soon to Sprint

Sprint today announced the Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE, it's first 4G LTE device with International roaming GSM capabilities and QWERTY keyboard is coming soon. Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE powered by 1.5 GHz dual-core processor, running Android 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich features, a  4.3-inch ColorBoost display (540x960), dual cameras (8MP rear-facing camera and a front-facing HD camera), 1GB of RAM, 8GB of on board memory, support for up to 32GB SD Card, Bluetooth 4.0, Wi-Fi, and a 1785 mAh battery.

Pricing and availability for Motorola Photon Q will be announced within the next few weeks.

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2012 Xbox LIVE Update Public Beta Now Available

Microsoft today announced that the 2012 Xbox LIVE update public beta now available which includes select dashboard features including: Internet Explorer for Xbox; Personalized dashboard recommendations and Enhanced category search and discovery features. Xbox LIVE subscribers who want the latest updates on their consoles can sign-up for public beta update (you can find the link at the end of this post) by agreeing to a non-disclosure agreement for confidentiality reasons.

If you’re selected as a tester, an update will be pushed to your console once the public beta kicks off. The update will contain select dashboard features, including:

• Internet Explorer for Xbox
• Personalized dashboard recommendations
• Enhanced category search and discovery features

Note: A console in the program is expected to remain fully compatible with standard retail consoles not in the program.

Signup for 2012 Xbox LIVE Update Beta

Source:- Major Nelson

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Office for Mac 2011 ready for Mountain Lion

Microsoft announced that the Office for Mac 2011 (and Office 2008 for Mac) is ready for Apple's latest OS X Mountain Lion. But the only problem remaining is the inability to manually download and install future updates because of Mountain Lion's new feature called Gatekeeper.

Gatekeeper protect users by allowing you to choose to only download and install software from known developers but due to its architecture, updates will not run when you download and initiate them on your desktop.

To keep your Office for Mac updated, Microsoft recommends that you use Microsoft AutoUpdate.

Source:- Office for Mac

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Razer BlackWidow Series Is Back

Razer, today unveiled the latest evolution of its critically acclaimed Razer BlackWidow family, including two improved models, and one new edition.

The World’s Best Mechanical Keyboard Series Just Got Better

The first update in the mechanical keyboard series, known for its crisp, tactile actuation and gaming-grade responsiveness, is the Razer BlackWidow 2013, boasting heightened anti-ghosting and Razer Synapse 2.0 cloud technology. The Razer BlackWidow 2013 series’ enhanced anti-ghosting supports up to 10 simultaneous key presses in game mode and additional improvements include an anti-fingerprint matte black finish surface.  Adding increased efficiency and performance to the mix, Razer Synapse 2.0 automatically synchronizes user profile settings to a cloud server, allowing for customization of the keyboard and other related Razer products with a single login.

Back and better than ever, the new BlackWidow Ultimate 2013 also showcases improved anti-ghosting supporting 10 simultaneous key presses in gaming mode, with soft pronounced tap and distinctive tactile feedback for gaming. An enriched backlight guarantees users will be able to spot keys, facilitating assaults against opponents with mechanical superiority in the darkest of conditions.

Introducing the all-new BlackWidow Tournament Edition

In addition to the updated BlackWidow and BlackWidow Ultimate, Razer proudly introduces the BlackWidow Tournament Edition, a tenkeyless mechanical keyboard in a simple, elegant form factor, perfect for portability and total ownage at tournaments. Stripped of its numpad, the Razer BlackWidow Tournament layout is light and highly compact making it perfect for gamers with limited desk space, or chooses to carry their own keyboard to LAN parties and tournaments.

The BlackWidow 2013, BlackWidow Ultimate and Black Widow Tournament all come in standard and Stealth versions. Stealth models feature brown mechanical switches for superior tactility and faster response that only requires an actuation force of 45 g and a reduced actuation of 2 mm.

Razer BlackWidow Ultimate 2013

The latest edition of Razer BlackWidow Ultimate now features green backlighting and an anti-fingerprint matte black finish so not only can you feel, but also see the difference as you win with this ultimate mechanical gaming keyboard. The Razer BlackWidow Ultimate is also equipped with improved anti-ghosting which supports up to 10 simultaneous key presses in gaming mode, allowing   gamers to destroy the competition with as many attacks and skills as there are fingers on their hands, and have them all registered accurately in-game.  

Price: US $139.99 / EU €139.99

Availability:

• Razerzone.com – August 2012
• Worldwide – August 2012

Razer BlackWidow Ultimate 2013 features:

• Full mechanical keys with 50 g actuation force
• 1000 Hz ultrapolling
• Fully programmable keys with on-the-fly macro recording
• 10 key anti-ghosting
• Razer Synapse 2.0 enabled
• Individually backlit keys
• Gaming mode option
• 5 additional dedicated macro keys
• Audio-out/mic-in jacks
• USB pass-through
• Braided fiber cable
• Approximate Size: 475 mm/18.72 in. (Width) x 171 mm/6.74 in. (Height) x 20 mm/0.79 in. (Depth)
• Approximate Weight: 1500 g /3.31 lbs.

Razer BlackWidow Ultimate Stealth 2013

The Ultimate Ninja returns, outfitted with brown mechanical keys giving gamers tactile actuation, blistering fast game responsiveness with each key only requiring a minuscule actuation force of 45 g,  an upgraded anti-ghosting of 10 key roll over in gaming mode,  and improved lighting to launch assaults and flank foes even in low light conditions.

Price: US $139.99 / EU €139.99

Availability:

• Razerzone.com – August 2012

Razer BlackWidow Ultimate Stealth 2013 features:

• Full mechanical keys with 45 g actuation force
• 1000Hz ultrapolling, fully programmable keys with on-the-fly macro recording
• 10 key anti-ghosting
• Razer Synapse 2.0 enabled
• Individually backlit keys
• Gaming mode option
• 5 additional dedicated macro keys
• Audio-out/mic-in jacks
• USB pass-through
• Braided fiber cable
• Approximate Size: 475 mm/18.72 in. (Width) x 171 mm/6.74 in. (Height) x 20 mm/0.79 in. (Depth)
• Approximate Weight: 1500 g /3.31 lbs.

Razer BlackWidow 2013

Locked and reloaded, the Razer BlackWidow 2013 is back with its mechanical prowess, delivering gamers with lightning fast game responsiveness for superior tactility. It is decked-out with an improved 10 key roll-over in gaming mode, letting gamers actuate all 10 fingers on their hands. Supported by the cutting-edge Razer Synapse 2.0 which synchronizes the gaming keyboard to automatically download driver and firmware updates as well as profiles, macros and keybind settings from the cloud server.

Price: US $99.99 / EU €99.99

Availability:

• Razerzone.com – August 2012
• Worldwide – August 2012

Razer BlackWidow 2013 features:

• Full mechanical keys with 50 g actuation force
• 1000 Hz ultrapolling
• Fully programmable keys with on-the-fly macro recording
• 10 key anti-ghosting
• Razer Synapse 2.0 enabled
• Gaming mode option
• 5 additional dedicated macro keys
• Audio-out/mic-in jacks
• USB pass-through
• Braided fiber cable
• Approximate Size: 475 mm/18.72 in. (Width) x 171 mm/6.74 in. (Height) x 20 mm/0.79 in. (Depth)
• Approximate Weight: 1500 g /3.31 lbs.

Razer BlackWidow Stealth Edition 2013

The Ninja strikes again with the Razer BlackWidow Stealth 2013 Edition. Blistering fast actuations decked with brown mechanical switches for superior tactility and faster response that only requires a force of 45 g and a reduced displacement of 2 mm. A new and improved in-game 10 key anti-ghosting ensures every command is executed perfectly and the all new USB and audio pass-through gives gamers the convenience of plugging in other peripherals.

Price: US $99.99 / EU €99.99

Availability:

• Razerzone.com – August 2012

Razer BlackWidow Stealth 2013 Edition features:

• Full mechanical keys with 45 g actuation force
• 1000 Hz Ultrapolling
• Fully programmable keys with on-the-fly macro recording
• 10 key anti-ghosting
• Razer Synapse 2.0 enabled
• Gaming mode option
• 5 additional dedicated macro keys
• Audio-out/mic-in jacks
• USB pass-through
• Braided fiber cable
• Approximate Size: 475 mm/18.72 in. (Width) x 171 mm/6.74 in. (Height) x 20 mm/0.79 in. (Depth)
• Approximate Weight: 1500 g /3.31 lbs.

Razer BlackWidow Tournament Edition

The Razer BlackWidow Tournament Edition was designed for gamers looking for a mechanical gaming keyboard with just the features needed to win in an ultra-minimalist setup. Like the rest of the critically acclaimed Razer BlackWidow line-up, the core feature of the Tournament Edition keyboard is its blue switch mechanical key infrastructure that matches the unrelentingly fast reflexes and instincts of the best pro gamers. A tenkeyless design, the Razer BlackWidow Tournament layout is light, highly compact, and perfect for who want transportability for LAN parties and tournaments.  The braided USB cable can be detached for extra portability and locked into place on the keyboard to ensure a robust setup that can take a beating during intensive gaming sessions.

Price: US $79.99 / EU €79.99

Availability:

• Razerzone.com – August 2012
• Worldwide – August 2012

Razer BlackWidow Tournament Edition Features

• Full mechanical keys with 50 g actuation force
• 1000 Hz Ultrapolling
• Programmable keys with on the fly macro recording
• Gaming Mode option for deactivation of the Windows key
• 20 customizable software profiles with on the fly switching
• Anti-ghosting capability for 6 simultaneous key presses, 10 key presses in gaming mode
• Multimedia controls
• Glowing Razer logo
• Detachable Braided USB cable with Velcro
• Synapse 2.0 Enabled
• Sleeve for protection
• Approx. weight: 950 g / 2.09 lbs.

Razer BlackWidow Tournament Stealth Edition

The Razer BlackWidow Stealth Tournament Edition offers gamers a mechanical gaming keyboard that delivers only the key gaming features for winning in an ultra-minimalist and quiet setup. Equipped with Brown key switches, gamers gets crisp, distinctive, tactile actuations, rapid-fire responsiveness with every key press and no numpad, making it light and highly compact. The macro keys have also been removed to adhere to tournament regulations, so bring the BlackWidow Stealth Tournament Edition for total annihilation. Replete with superior anti-ghosting, 10 simultaneous key presses in gaming mode ensure that commands are executed accurately and perfectly in the heat of battle. Take home the victory with the Razer BlackWidow Stealth Tournament Edition – designed for maximum function, minimal sound.

Price: US $79.99 / EU €79.99

Availability:

• Razerzone.com – August 2012

Razer BlackWidow Tournament Stealth Edition Features

• Full mechanical keys with 45 g actuation force
• Silent, tactile feedback on key press
• 1000 Hz ultrapolling
• Programmable keys with on the fly macro recording
• Gaming Mode option for deactivation of the Windows key
• Anti-ghosting capability for 6 simultaneous key presses, 10 key presses in gaming mode
• Multimedia controls
• Glowing Razer logo
• Detachable Braided USB cable with Velcro
• Synapse 2.0 enabled
• Sleeve for protection
• Approx. weight: 950 g / 2.09 lbs.

Source:- Razerzone

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Fully-Customizable Ergonomic Mouse Razer Ouroboros Announced

Razer, announced the release of the Razer Ouroboros ambidextrous wireless gaming mouse is designed for both right- and left-handed gamers. It offers fully customizable ergonomics and a fit for every hand size—big or small—by allowing adjustment of the arched palm rest and back. Two interchangeable side panels ensure you’re using your preferred grip style at all times. Game for hours-on-end while minimizing fatigue and maximizing comfort.

Razer’s highly advanced 8200 dpi 4G Dual Sensor System powers the mouse. This gaming-grade mouse sensor combines a laser and an optical sensor to enhance tracking precision and detect surfaces 10 times faster than previous generation sensors.  Its all-new dpi clutch lets you temporarily reduce or increase the dpi as you game, so you can go from high-sensitivity assault to more measured sniper, then back to assault again, as needed.

The Razer Ouroboros also features an ultra-low 1 ms latency wireless play that is as responsive and precise as when it is corded. You’re as free to swipe and destroy as your play style dictates.

Price:

• U.S. $129.99 / EU €129.99

Availability:

• Razerzone.com – Q4 2012
• Worldwide – Q4 2012

Razer Ouroboros features:

• Customizable ergonomics to fit all hand sizes and grip styles
• 8200 dpi 4G Dual Sensor System
• Gaming-grade wireless technology with dock
• Razer Synapse 2.0 enabled
• 11 programmable Hyperesponse buttons
• 1000 Hz  Ultrapolling/1 ms response time
• Up to 200 in. per sec./50 g acceleration
• 2.1 m/7 ft. braided fiber cable
• Battery life: Approx. 12 hrs. (continuous gaming)
• Approximate Size : 116 mm to 136 mm/4.57 in. to 5.35 in. (length) x 71 mm/2.80 in. (width) x 42 mm/1.65 in. (height)
• Approximate Weight: 115 g/0.25 lbs. (without battery) to 135 g/0.29 lbs. (with battery)

Source:-Razer

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Microsoft Developer Conference BUILD 2012 Registration starts on August 8th

Microsoft today announced that their next Developer conference called BUILD will be held on Microsoft's campus in Redmond, Washington, from October 30th to November 2nd and registration for the same will open on August 8th at 8AM PDT. The timing of BUILD 2012 is just a week after the general availability of Windows 8.

And in addition to Windows 8, Microsoft will have lots of other stuff to talk about too: Windows Azure, Windows Phone 8, Windows Server 2012, Visual Studio 2012 and much more.

Source:- BUILD 2012, Microsoft official blog

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Apple releases Xcode 4.4

Along side with OS X Mountain Lion, Apple today has released Xcode 4.4 in the Mac App Store with SDKs for OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion and support for the new MacBook Pro’s high-resolution Retina display.

Xcode provides everything developers need to create great applications for Mac, iPhone, and iPad. Xcode 4 has been streamlined to help you write better apps. It has unified user interface design, coding, testing, and debugging all within a single window. The Xcode IDE analyzes the details of your project to identify mistakes in both syntax and logic, it can even help fix your code for you.

What's New in Version 4.4

• This update runs on both OS X Lion and OS X Mountain Lion.
• Included in Xcode 4.4:
• SDKs for OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion and iOS 5.1.
• Enhanced for the MacBook Pro with Retina display.
• Code completion persists your selections to give more accurate suggestions.
• Objective-C @synthesize command is generated by default when using properties.
• Objective-C adds literal syntax for numbers, arrays, dictionaries, and expressions when developing for OS X.
• Apple LLVM compiler supports additional C++11 features, including lambdas.
• Assistant editor tracks caller or callee for the current selection.
• New localization workflow can share a single base .xib file for multiple locales on OS X.
• Source control can commit individually selected changes.
• ARC migration tool converts both retain/release and garbage collected code.
• Fixes an issue where code completion could fail, requiring the user to delete derived data.
• Additional bug fixes and stability improvements.

Source:- Download Xcode 4.4

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Mountain Lion now Available for Download from Mac App Store

Apple today announced that OS X Mountain Lion, the ninth major release of the world’s most advanced desktop operating system, is available as a download from the Mac App Store. Mountain Lion is available as an upgrade from Lion or Snow Leopard for $19.99.

With more than 200 innovative new features, Mountain Lion includes:

• iCloud integration, for easy set-up of your Mail, Contacts, Calendar, Messages, Reminders and Notes, and keeping everything, including iWork documents, up to date across all your devices;
• the all new Messages app, which replaces iChat and brings iMessage to the Mac, so you can send messages to anyone with an iPhone, iPad, iPod touch or another Mac;
• Notification Center, which streamlines the presentation of notifications and provides easy access to alerts from Mail, Calendar, Messages, Reminders, system updates and third party apps;
• system-wide Sharing, to make it easy to share links, photos, videos and other files quickly without having to switch to another app, and you just need to sign in once to use third-party services like Facebook, Twitter, Flickr and Vimeo;
• Facebook integration, so you can post photos, links and comments with locations right from your apps, automatically add your Facebook friends to your Contacts, and even update your Facebook status from within Notification Center;
• Dictation, which allows you to dictate text anywhere you can type, whether you’re using an app from Apple or a third party developer;
• AirPlay Mirroring, an easy way to wirelessly send an up-to-1080p secure stream of what’s on your Mac to an HDTV using Apple TV, or send audio to a receiver or speakers that use AirPlay; and
• Game Center, which brings the popular social gaming network from iOS to the Mac so you can enjoy live, multiplayer games with friends whether they’re on a Mac, iPhone, iPad or iPod touch.

Additional features in Mountain Lion include the revolutionary new Gatekeeper, which makes downloading software from the Internet safer; Power Nap, which automatically updates your apps and system while your Mac is asleep; and a faster Safari browser. New features for China include significantly improved text input, a new Chinese Dictionary, easy setup with popular email providers, Baidu search in Safari, and built-in sharing to Sina Weibo and popular video websites Youku and Tudou.

Mountain OS X Server requires Mountain Lion and is available from the Mac App Store for $19.99 (US). The OS X Mountain Lion Up-to-Date upgrade is available at no additional charge from the Mac App Store to all customers who purchased a qualifying new Mac system from Apple or an Apple Authorized Reseller on or after June 11, 2012.

Source:- Download Mountain Lion

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ASUS Transformer Pad Infinity hits the UK on August 31 for £600

ASUS announced that the world's first Full HD Android tablet ASUS Transformer Pad Infinity will be available in the UK from Amazon starting August 31st for £599.99 (64GB model).

ASUS Transformer Pad Infinity Specifications:-

• Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich (ICS)
• CPU
  • Qualcomm MSM 8260A Snapdragon S4 Krait Dual-core 1.5Ghz CPU(3G )
  • NVIDIA Tegra 3 Quad-core T33@ 1.6GHz (WIFI)
• Size/Weight : 263 × 180.8 × 8.5mm, 598g
• Color : Amethyst Gray, Champagne Gold
• Memory / Storage
  • Memory: DDR3L 1GB / Storage: 32/64GB
  • 8GB of ASUS WebStorage for life
• Connectivity : 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth v3.0, A2DP
• Display : 10.1" WUXGA Full HD (1920 × 1200) LED Backlit screen with 10-finger multi-touch, Super IPS+ display with 600 nits brightness
• Camera
  • Rear 8MP Auto-focus w/LED Flash, F/2.2 Aperture, 1080p video recording
  • Front 2MP for video conferencing
• Interface : 2-in-1 Audio Jack (Head Phone / Mic-in) / 1 × Micro-D HDMI 1.4a port / 1 × microSD Card Slot / Dual microphone / 1 × Stereo Speaker
• Battery
  • Pad only: 25Wh – 9.5 hours
  • Pad + Dock: 25Wh+ 19.5Wh – 14 hours
• GPS : Supported
• Sensor : G-Sensor, Light Sensor, Gyroscope, E-compass

Source:- ASUS

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Nokia completes Acquisition of Scalado

Nokia announced that it has completed the acquisition of all technologies and intellectual property from Scalado AB. As part of the transaction, approximately 50 world-class imaging specialists transferred to Nokia.

"We believe that this acquisition will strengthen Nokia's leading position in mobile imaging and provide us with a great opportunity to create even better imaging products and applications," said Jo Harlow, executive vice president, Smart Devices at Nokia. "We welcome the skilled and passionate professionals from Scalado to Nokia and are excited to have them work with the rest of our talented and dedicated imaging experts to bring world-class imaging solutions to our Nokia Lumia smartphones. The Nokia team is already responsible for many leading innovations in mobile imaging and, together with the experts from Scalado, we aim at astonishing the world with new, outstanding imaging experiences."

Lund has now become a key site for Nokia's imaging software for smartphones, in addition to Nokia's existing locations in Espoo and Tampere, Finland.

"We're excited to join Nokia at such an important time in its smartphone story," said Sami Niemi, co-founder of Scalado and now head of Capture & Relive, Smart Devices at Nokia. "The technologies and competences we've developed should help move from taking photos to capturing memories and emotions."

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Box for Windows Phone now Available in Marketplace for Free

Online storage service provider Box launched its first app for the Windows Phone platform, which is now available for free download from Windows Phone Marketplace. The Box for Windows Phone app has all the features offered to other platforms such as Android and iOS. These includes the ability to view, share, upload; invite others to shared folders and leave comments on files; search files; performing bulk actions on files/folders like move, copy, delete and naming; application-specific passcode lock; pin Live Tiles to your Start screen to see when colleagues leave updates on Box.

In addition to all this, Box translated the app into French, Italian, German, Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese and Japanese.

Source:- Windows Marketplace (Box for Windows Phone)

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PlayStation Network Scheduled Maintenance starts Tomorrow in Europe

Sony in a blog post announced that the PlayStation Network is all set to go offline for scheduled maintenance from 16:00 on Thursday 26th July 2012 until 08:00 on Friday 27th July 2012, BST. During the maintenance, you will be unable to access PlayStation Store on PS3, PSP and PS Vita, Account Management and Account Registration. Those who are looking to play online can still do so - as long as they are signed in to PSN before maintenance starts.

Source:-PlayStation Blog

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Google rolls out Android 4.1 Jelly Bean to Nexus S

Google announced that it has started rolling Android 4.1 Jelly Bean update to Nexus S phones on a number of carriers including T-Mobile, H3G, O2, Rogers and Vodafone in most countries, with more to follow.

We've started rolling out Android 4.1, Jelly Bean, to Nexus S phones on a number of carriers including T-Mobile, H3G, O2, Rogers as well as Vodafone in most countries, with more to come. Enjoy!

Source:- Google Plus

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Amazon Announce the Big Fall Books Preview

Amazon today announced its Big Fall Books Preview. In anticipation of the publishing season that’s known for some of the most exciting debuts, well-regarded nonfiction and blockbuster fiction, the Amazon Books Editors have made their selections for fall’s ten most intriguing releases. Their Big Fall Books Preview also features the season’s most anticipated releases in fiction, nonfiction, cookbooks, biographies and mysteries, along with the most exciting upcoming releases for kids and teens.

Below are the Amazon Books Editors’ picks for the 10 most intriguing books of Fall, listed alphabetically by author:

• “Telegraph Avenue” by Michael Chabon: The beloved author of “The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay” returns with a knowing story of life in politically correct northern California.
• “America Again: Re-becoming the Greatness We Never Weren’t” by Stephen Colbert: According to the author and TV phenomenon, this one might “singlebookedly pull this country back from the brink.”
• “The Twelve (Book Two of The Passage Trilogy)” by Justin Cronin: In a world ravaged by the vampire apocalypse that spread in “The Passage,” survivors band together to eradicate the origins of the virus.
• “Winter of the World: Book Two of the Century Trilogy” by Ken Follett: The follow-up to “Fall of Giants” is a doorstop of a tale of World War II and the nuclear age.
• “Flight Behavior” by Barbara Kingsolver: Global warming has never been so fascinating—or beautiful—as in this novel by the renowned author of “The Poisonwood Bible.”
• “The Casual Vacancy” by J.K. Rowling: The very definition of “highly anticipated,” this blackly comic tale of a town in trouble is the Harry Potter creator’s first book expressly for adults.
• “Joseph Anton: A Memoir” by Salman Rushdie: From the celebrated novelist, the true-life tale of hiding for his life.
• “NW” by Zadie Smith: A characteristically brilliant comic novel about four young people making their way in complicated London.
• “The Oath: The Obama White House v. the Supreme Court” by Jeffrey Toobin: A surprising look at how two branches of government do—and don’t—get along.
• “Back to Blood” by Tom Wolfe: Think “Bonfire of the Vanities” goes to Miami. Class, race, politics. It’s all there—in Wolfe’s typically audacious style.

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Sprint Offering Lenovo IdeaPad U310 Ultrabook in bundled wireless package

Sprint has teamed up with Lenovo to offer the first Ultrabook in a bundled wireless package that includes the Lenovo IdeaPad U310 Ultrabook, MiFi 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot by Novatel Wireless or Overdrive Pro 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot by Sierra Wireless and three months free Mobile Broadband service with a two-year Mobile Broadband service agreement for $799.99 (plus tax). The data plans for the 3G/4G mobile hotspot device start at $34.99/mo for 3GB and $49.99/mo for 6GB.

Lenovo IdeaPad U310 Ultrabook measures just 0.71 inches (18 mm) thin, weighs less than four pounds and offers up to seven hours of battery life. The Ultrabook features a 13.3-inch HD display, 3rd generation Intel Core i5 processor and Intel HD 4000 graphics, 720p HD webcam and stereo speakers with Dolby Home Theatre V4 audio enhancement. The Ultrabook also includes Lenovo’s AccuType keyboard with individual rounded keys for comfortable and accurate typing and glass touchpad for easy scroll, zoom and rotate functions.

The U310 also comes with an arsenal of security tools, including Lenovo’s VeriFace facial recognition technology for convenient login and OneKey Rescue System for simple data backup and recovery. In case of loss or theft, Intel Anti-theft (AT) technology can remotely disable the Ultrabook or track it down through GPS or Wi-Fi geo-location with third-party service subscription.

Lenovo IdeaPad U310 Ultrabook Specs:

• Processor: Intel 3rd Generation Core i5
• Memory: Hard Drive 500 GB , 32 GB solid-state drive 4 GB, DDR3, 1600 MHz
• Display: 13.3" HD widescreen
• Operating System: Windows 7 Home premium – 64-bit
• Dimensions: 13.1" x 8.9" x .71"
• Weight: 3.75 lbs
• Battery: Up to 7 hours life (Up to 90 days standby)
• Ports: 2x USB 3.0, 1 x USB 2.0, headphone, mic and HDMI, 2-in-1 card reader (SD, MMC). Lan port
• Webcam: Integrated 1.0 MP (720p HD)
• Sound: Integrated stereo speakers 2x1.5W with Dolby Home Theater V4
• Wireless connectivity: Wireless 802.11b/g/n

Source:- Sprint

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Google Acquires Email App Maker Sparrow

Sparrow, maker of popular email apps for iOS and Mac OS X today announced that it has been acquired by Google. The company CEO Dom Leca has confirmed in a blog post that Sparrow will be joining the Gmail team to "accomplish a bigger vision – one that we think we can better achieve with Google". However, the team "will continue to make Sparrow available and provide support for our users."

Source:- Sparrow

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Amazon and Warner Bros. deal brings 'Fringe' and 'The West Wing' to Prime Instant Video

Amazon.com today announced a licensing agreement with Warner Bros. Domestic Television Distribution to add popular TV shows, including Fringe and The West Wing, which will be available exclusively on Prime Instant Video for the summer. This agreement also adds a variety of fan-favorite TV shows including Dark Blue, Alcatraz, and The Whole Truth.

Prime customers can access Prime Instant Video on Kindle Fire or any of the hundreds of compatible Amazon Instant Video devices, including the Roku, Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 gaming console. And those who are not Prime members can enjoy a free one month trial of Prime and all Kindle Fire customers enjoy a free month of Prime right out of the box.

Source:- Prime Instant Video

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Music Unlimited Service Android Mobile and Tablet Apps Updated

Sony released new updates for its Music Unlimited Service Android smartphones and tablets apps. Music Unlimited Android Tablet app v1.4 delivers Offline Playback, giving users the ability to enjoy music even when a 3G or Wi-Fi connection isn’t available, or when they want to conserve battery life or curb data usage.

Music Unlimited Android Mobile app v1.4 update let users to access the "My Channels" feature which gives them the ability to create and control customized radio stations built around a favorite artist. New update also includes 30 second "preview mode" available without any account and adds move APK to SD card on supported devices.

Both the Music Unlimited app for tablets and smartphones are free to download from Google Play store though some features require a monthly subscription in order to access them.

Source:- Sony Entertainment Network

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Ubuntu 12.10 will integrate Ubuntu Web Apps

Canonical founder Mark Shuttleworth revealed Ubuntu Web Apps, which will be available as a preview for Ubuntu 12.04 LTS soon and will be available by default in October's Ubuntu 12.10 (codenamed Quantal Quetzal) release.

Ubuntu Web Apps, a new feature will enable users to run online applications like Facebook, Twitter, Last.FM, Ebay and GMail direct from the desktop rather than always having them confined to the browser.

It’s easy to integrate your favourite website or interface natively into the desktop, and share the result with all Ubuntu users. No other OS has come close to this level of integration between the web and desktop.

Source:- Canonical Blog

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Mozilla Firefox OS Revealed in Images

Mozilla's new Firefox OS (earlier known as Boot 2 Gecko) devices aren't set to ship until the beginning of 2013, but new screenshots of Firefox OS surfaced online shows that project coming along nicely. More Firefox OS images after the cut.

The Firefox OS is intended for low end smartphones, if you look at the screenshots, you will find similarities from other mobile OS like Android, iOS or Windows Phone yet it run apps in HTML 5. The most important thing is that Firefox OS includes everything you would expect from smartphone OS like support for calls, texts, web browsing, calendar, contacts camera and run apps.

 

Source:- TechWeekEurope

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Microsoft Acquired Yammer

Microsoft today announced that the deal is completed, Yammer is now part of the Microsoft Office Division where team already working on the adoption of Yammer standalone service.

The CEO of Yammer, David Sack in a blog post said "Under Microsoft, Yammer will remain a stand-alone product with a freemium business model.  We will maintain our focus on simplicity, innovation and cross-platform experiences and, over time, you will see more connections to SharePoint, Office 365, Dynamics and Skype."

Source:- Yammer, Microsoft

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