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3rd July 2007 Archive

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  • iPhone hackers disclose vulns and hunt for clues

    Closing in on their Holy Grail

    The game is on for hackers trying to spot security vulnerabilities in Apple's iPhone and already they're scoring points. Less than 72 hours after the iPhone's introduction, researchers have reported at least one flaw that could allow an attacker some level of control over the device, while other hackers have uncovered passwords …

    Phones 3 Jul 2007, 01:37

  • Vibrator speaker system causes a buzz

    You hum it, I'll play it

    It's probably better to read about what this little gizmo does before you look at the pictures, otherwise you may forgiven for thinking that the I-MU Vibro was some sort of, ahem, 'personal stimulation product'. Just like a good spy novel or a run around the block... i-MU's Vibro: you hum it, I'll play it But the I-MU …

    Media players 3 Jul 2007, 09:34

  • Philips parades gem-like gadgets for luxury loving ladies

    Look, girls, sparklies

    I like being a girl. If I were a man, I'd never get the chance to purchase shiny items like Philips' Swarovski crystal-encased earphones and - luxury of luxuries - USB Flash drives, all hi-tech toys cunningly disguised as jewelry. Philips announced its Active Crystal range in March with a view to getting these sparkly items …

    Gadgets and Gizmos 3 Jul 2007, 10:53

  • Wireless gadget maker to offer on-the-move internet for free

    DataWind blows in to Blighty

    Canadian mobile internet gadget maker DataWind is coming to Europe this month on the back of the second generation of its Pocket Surfer wireless web browser, Register Hardware has learned. And it's promising "the internet anywhere... for free". Wireless internet for free: DataWind's Pocket Surfer 2 The Pocket Surfer 2's …

    Phones 3 Jul 2007, 11:30

  • Gigabyte Odin GT 800W power supply unit

    UK Exclusive Review The Father of the Norse Gods sends a new PSU...

    Manufacturers love to cram extra features into every part of a PC, but it comes as a surprise that Gigabyte - making its debut in the PSU biz - has managed the same trick with its new Odin GT 800W power supply. Gigabyte has borrowed some aspects of the Odin from other high-end PSUs, so the casing is heavily perforated to …

    Bits 'n' Chips 3 Jul 2007, 11:46

  • Defend your home with a walking webcam

    I, Robot

    Using a webcam to ensure the safety of your home isn't new, but thieves just steal them along with your laptop. However, maybe Burglar Bill will think again when a webcam-toting robot steps up to block his passage. Robot webcam: taking the metal mickey? Yes, he'll be too busy laughing he won't hear the boys in blue come …

    Gadgets and Gizmos 3 Jul 2007, 12:10

  • Six Wiis sold for every PS3 purchased in Japan

    We want Wii, say consumers

    Nintendo's Wii continued to reign supreme in Japan last month, with sales outstripping Sony's PlayStation 3 by a staggering six to one. The Wii outsold Microsoft's Xbox 360 by an even greater margin. According to figures from Japanese market watcher and publisher Enterbrain, some 270,974 Wii consoles were sold in the four …

    Consoles 3 Jul 2007, 12:24

  • Holux says balls to GPS

    With the UK's public-space smoking ban now firmly in place, your car's cigarette lighter may be seeing a little less action. Holux reckons its spherical GR-239 Bluetooth GPS receiver will give the in-car power outlet a new lease of life. The GR-239 provides Bluetooth devices with access to GPS data thanks to built-in a …

    GPS and Satnav 3 Jul 2007, 12:45

  • Carphone Warehouses picks BlackBerry

    Anyone not satisfied with the current selection of shops selling BlackBerry handsets now has another choice: Carphone Warehouse is finally going to stock BlackBerry grower Research in Motion's three latest consumer-friendly models in its 780 UK stores. CW will offer the BlackBerry Curve, 8800 and Pearl. The icing on the cake …

    Phones 3 Jul 2007, 14:29

  • Intel, MS eye Japanese housewives in mobile PC push

    Keyboardphobe friendly

    Intel, Microsoft and Japanese online payments company Bit Wallet have teamed up to develop a mobile PC platform designed to bring computing to those traditionally considered to be unfamiliar with shopping online, browsing the web or sitting at a desktop PC. Like housewives, apparently. PBJ's Slate DT FeliCa According to …

    PCs 3 Jul 2007, 16:00