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About 118 articles found for 6 August 2012:

 

Seven OS X Mountain Lion Books Announced

Learn what Apple’s latest OS has to offer by using Wiley’s new instructional books
by Filip Truta, August 6th, 2012
CandyBar OS X Tweaking Utility Now Free

CandyBar OS X Tweaking Utility Now Free

by Filip Truta, August 6th, 2012
Updated for OS X Mountain Lion but not fully supported, developers say
 

ELSA Preparing GeForce GT 640 2GB Video Card

The company thinks that adding an extra 1GB of DDR3 memory will make a difference
by Constantin Murariu, August 6th, 2012
Jennifer Aniston’s Puffy Face: Pillow Face or Weight Gain?

Jennifer Aniston’s Puffy Face: Pillow Face or Weight Gain?

by Elena Gorgan, August 6th, 2012
Actress is photographed looking less than her stellar self, gossip peaks
 

New “Looper” Poster Is Out

Bruce Willis, Joseph Gordon-Levitt must face each other before solving other issues
by Elena Gorgan, August 6th, 2012
 

eBuddy XMS Arrives in Beta on Nokia Devices

It enables fast and easy communication between platforms
by Ionut Arghire, August 6th, 2012
 

Justin Bieber Thinks Prince William Should Do Something About His Bald Spot

Teen star angers Brits by saying the Royal could grow his hair back with treatments
by Elena Gorgan, August 6th, 2012
“Dredd” 3D Gets Final Poster

“Dredd” 3D Gets Final Poster

by Elena Gorgan, August 6th, 2012
“Judgment is coming,” promises new photo for Karl Urban remake
 

Violence Is Integral to Far Cry 3 Story

The game protagonist will better understand violence as the game progresses
by Andrei Dumitrescu, August 6th, 2012
 

Jeweler Azature Unveils the World’s Most Expensive Nail Polish, $250,000 (€202,347)

New product defies all talk of recession: one bottle contains 267 carats of black diamonds
by Elena Gorgan, August 6th, 2012
 

Thermalright Intros Macho 120 CPU Cooler

This is practically a smaller version of the well-known HR-02 Cooler
by Constantin Murariu, August 6th, 2012
Battlefield 3: Armored Kill Brings Tank Superiority Mode, New Images Available

Battlefield 3: Armored Kill Brings Tank Superiority Mode, New Images Available

by Andrei Dobra, August 6th, 2012
Drive tanks and tank destroyers in new version of King of the Hill
 

Batman Infographic: Check Out All the Bat-Suits of the Caped Crusader

Batman is one of the few superheroes to constantly change suit but remain recognizable
by Elena Gorgan, August 6th, 2012
Motorola Corvair Android Tablet Shows Up at Verizon

Motorola Corvair Android Tablet Shows Up at Verizon

by Cosmin Vasile, August 6th, 2012
The slate might be released in the future as the FiOS Companion tablet
 

MSI Launches Interceptor Barricade Mid-Tower Case

It should be up for sale already, but the price could have been lower
by Sebastian Pop, August 6th, 2012
 

MSI Teases Krypton Aivia Dual-Chassis Gaming Mouse

The new pointing device from MSI features dual switchable bases
by Constantin Murariu, August 6th, 2012
 

HP’s Alleged Slate 8 Makes Another Official Appearance

The company keeps slipping out images of the new tablet on its official website
by Constantin Murariu, August 6th, 2012
DRAM Makers Post Mixed Revenues for July 2012

DRAM Makers Post Mixed Revenues for July 2012

by Sebastian Pop, August 6th, 2012
One of three DRAM suppliers experiences a solid growth
 

Watch Great White Shark Hunt Down Seal [Video]

The species is perfectly equipped to take down its prey in just the blink of an eye
by Laura Sinpetru, August 6th, 2012
 

Microsoft Is Gearing Up for a Browser-Based Skype

Via the Customizable, Ubiquitous Real-Time Communication over the Web proposal
by Ionut Arghire, August 6th, 2012
 

Third Quarter Expected to Be Good for Notebooks

Laptop manufacturers expect to see sales increases of at least 10%
by Sebastian Pop, August 6th, 2012
Lenovo Seeks a More Evolved Ultrabook, Counts on Windows 8

Lenovo Seeks a More Evolved Ultrabook, Counts on Windows 8

by Sebastian Pop, August 6th, 2012
The company believes that the ThinkPad should be turned into something more
 

Lindsay Lohan, Charlie Sheen Sign On to “Scary Movie 5”

Anna Faris won’t return, but there’s hope these two will share scenes
by Elena Gorgan, August 6th, 2012
 

Microsoft Is Already Killing the “Metro” Term

The company informed developers that they should stop using it in their documentation
by Ionut Arghire, August 6th, 2012
Khronos Group Finalizes New OpenGL Specification

Khronos Group Finalizes New OpenGL Specification

by Sebastian Pop, August 6th, 2012
The specification is now in the OpenGL 4.3 stage and integrates developer feedback
 

Samsung to Offer Android 4.1 Jelly Bean Update for GALAXY S III in Q3/Q4 – Report

The Galaxy S II and Galaxy Note possibly getting the upgrade in Q4 as well
by Cosmin Vasile, August 6th, 2012
 

Microsoft Research Lets Kids Explore Mars via Kodu Update

The new software was released in conjunction with Curiosity’s landing on Mars
by Ionut Arghire, August 6th, 2012
Iran to Move Government Systems Off the World Wide Web

Iran to Move Government Systems Off the World Wide Web

by Eduard Kovacs, August 6th, 2012
The country's rulers believe that two hostile countries control the Internet
 

Former Intel Senior VP Joins Qualcomm as Chief Marketing Officer

Anand Chandrasekher will be tasked with overseeing global marketing
by Sebastian Pop, August 6th, 2012
 

Toorox 08.2012 XFCE and LITE Available for Download

Very important updates have been integrated into this version
by Silviu Stahie, August 6th, 2012
 

Sea Life Now Argued to Be Supported by Animal Movement

Study shows how certain aquatic animals are crucial for the wellbeing of marine ecosystems
by Laura Sinpetru, August 6th, 2012
Sysinternals Suite Update: AccessChk, Autoruns, Coreinfo and Whois

Sysinternals Suite Update: AccessChk, Autoruns, Coreinfo and Whois

by Ionut Arghire, August 6th, 2012
The new release brings along improvements and new features
 

IEEE Announces IEEE 802.11 Patent Pool Exploratory Forum

It allows owners of patents to discuss licensing practices and other issues
by Sebastian Pop, August 6th, 2012
 

Gigabyte’s Radeon 1100Mhz HD 7970 GHz Edition Officially Shipping

The “Tahiti 2” GPU is clocked at 1050 MHz with a 1,1 GHz Boost option
by Constantin Murariu, August 6th, 2012
 

Opera Software Upset Over iOS App Store Policies

“…processing is actually done on a proxy server and not on the iOS device”
by Filip Truta, August 6th, 2012
 

One Month of Equipment Testing Following Curiosity’s Landing on Mars

The most complex Martian landing has proved successful so far
by Ionut Arghire, August 6th, 2012
Spain's Beaches Now Taken Over by Stinging Jellyfish [Video]

Spain's Beaches Now Taken Over by Stinging Jellyfish [Video]

by Laura Sinpetru, August 6th, 2012
Nearly 1,000 people required medical treatment after being stung by these animals
 

Breaking Up with Mila Kunis Made Macaulay Culkin Turn to Drugs

Tab runs with the story that actor is dying, offers more details on his addiction
by Elena Gorgan, August 6th, 2012
 

Chrome 22 Adds Configurable Keyboard Shortcuts for Extensions

The feature is still incomplete and experimental, but, once finished, will be quite useful
by Lucian Parfeni, August 6th, 2012
“Do You Notice That They Were Recording You” Phishing Attacks on Facebook

“Do You Notice That They Were Recording You” Phishing Attacks on Facebook

by Eduard Kovacs, August 6th, 2012
Cybercriminals rely on human nature to steal login credentials
 

Chad’s President Sends Troops to Catch Elephant Poachers

The country’s borders and the Mayo Lemie – Chari Buguiri area are now under scrutiny
by Laura Sinpetru, August 6th, 2012
 

Arctic Cooling Shows 4 Coolers Compatible with Nvidia’s GTX 660 Ti

The company is making sure it won’t miss on the great sale that GTX 660 Ti will enjoy
by Constantin Murariu, August 6th, 2012
 

Diablo 3 Trade Window Scams Will Be Eliminated by Blizzard

Diablo III patch 1.0.4 might finally eliminate some of the Trade exploits
by Andrei Dobra, August 6th, 2012
Sharp’s Collapse May Affect Apple TV Production, Analysts Say

Sharp’s Collapse May Affect Apple TV Production, Analysts Say

by Filip Truta, August 6th, 2012
Foxconn still wants to invest in the Japanese company, but now requires new terms
 

Research Links Hamburgers to Greenhouse Gas Pollution [Video]

“The Hidden Costs of Hamburgers” argues that our eating less meat can benefit the planet
by Laura Sinpetru, August 6th, 2012
 

Auction House Filters for Diablo III Grow from Three to Six

Gamers have a better chance of getting the items they need
by Andrei Dumitrescu, August 6th, 2012
“Inconsolable” Kristen Stewart Hasn’t Showered in Days

“Inconsolable” Kristen Stewart Hasn’t Showered in Days

by Elena Gorgan, August 6th, 2012
Source says she’s so distraught she’s basically locked herself in the house
 

The Chinese Medicine Industry Stands to Destroy Our World’s Seahorse Population

About 150 million such marine creatures are killed on a yearly basis, study argues
by Laura Sinpetru, August 6th, 2012
 

Original 64-bit Windows 8 Enterprise ISO Image Leaks

It contains Windows Media Player, does not need a license key for installation
by Ionut Arghire, August 6th, 2012
Jennifer Lopez Will Dump Casper Smart Soon

Jennifer Lopez Will Dump Casper Smart Soon

by Elena Gorgan, August 6th, 2012
She feels more like his babysitter than his girlfriend, is over it, says new report
 

XFX Launches One Edition Graphics Card Series

The new “One Edition” series from XFX are likely based on AMD’s GCN GPUs
by Constantin Murariu, August 6th, 2012
 

Top NASA Scientist Makes Gloomy Predictions About Global Warming

“Climate change is here – and worse than we thought,” says James Hansen
by Laura Sinpetru, August 6th, 2012
Baidu Employees Arrested After Receiving Payments for Deleting Posts

Baidu Employees Arrested After Receiving Payments for Deleting Posts

by Eduard Kovacs, August 6th, 2012
For $32,000 (25,000 EUR) per year, a firm can ensure that all negative reviews are removed
 

Curiosity Rover Takes Over Mars and Twitter

NASA’s robot is already very famous online, has gone viral
by Elena Gorgan, August 6th, 2012
 

Call of Duty Online Might Launch in More Countries

The game will allow players to enjoy maps from Modern Warfare and sequel
by Andrei Dumitrescu, August 6th, 2012
 

Fake Syria News Posted from Hacked Reuters Twitter Account

This is the second time Reuters is a target in less than a week
by Eduard Kovacs, August 6th, 2012
George Clooney Disapproves of Stacy Keibler’s Tanning Habit

George Clooney Disapproves of Stacy Keibler’s Tanning Habit

by Elena Gorgan, August 6th, 2012
She’s recently bought a tanning bed and it might end up to be the reason she’s dumped
 

Swiftech Intros Maelstrom 5 1/4” Dual Bay Reservoir

High-end liquid cooling system that fits inside a 5.25-inch drive bay
by Sebastian Pop, August 6th, 2012
 

New Algae Biomass Plant Supports the Biofuel Industry and Farming

Solix Biosystems intends to produce algae biomass for use in biofuels and animal feed
by Laura Sinpetru, August 6th, 2012
 

Demonoid Admin: “It Might Take a While but It Will Come Back”

Outdated hardware must be replaced before the service can be brought back online
by Eduard Kovacs, August 6th, 2012
 

Kristen Stewart Is “Banned” from “Cosmopolis” Premiere

She’s not to be allowed on the premises to try and make contact with Robert Pattinson
by Elena Gorgan, August 6th, 2012
Ice Cream Sandwich Coming Tomorrow to Galaxy Note at Vodafone Australia

Ice Cream Sandwich Coming Tomorrow to Galaxy Note at Vodafone Australia

by Ionut Arghire, August 6th, 2012
The update will be rolled out in stages to all users
 

Mark of the Ninja Aims at Providing a Precise 2D Stealth Experience

The 2D style benefits the upcoming downloadable game for the Xbox 360
by Andrei Dobra, August 6th, 2012
 

TSMC Joins Intel in ASML Investment Program

The Co-Investment Program aims to speed up EUV technology development
by Sebastian Pop, August 6th, 2012
 

Electronic Arts Hits Zynga with Copyright Suit over The Ville

Maxis believes the two games are too similar for a simple coincidence
by Andrei Dumitrescu, August 6th, 2012
Crops Now Made Toxin-Free by New Technology

Crops Now Made Toxin-Free by New Technology

by Laura Sinpetru, August 6th, 2012
The breakthrough is bound to help farmers with raising livestock
 

Woz Foresees “Horrendous” Problems with Apple’s iCloud

Apple co-founder says he expects “horrible problems” in the next five years
by Filip Truta, August 6th, 2012
 

NASA’s Curiosity Rover Successfully Lands on Mars

The rover landed on Aeolis Palus in Gale Crater at 10:31 p.m. PDT August 5th
by Ionut Arghire, August 6th, 2012
Intel Sandy Bridge-E 6-Core in Q4 2012, New 4-Core Inbound as Well
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Intel Sandy Bridge-E 6-Core in Q4 2012, New 4-Core Inbound as Well

Reports speak of a Core i5 Ivy Bridge unit in addition to those beasts
by Sebastian Pop, August 6th, 2012
 

UltraBooks to Have a Different SSD Standard in 2013

Intel is not satisfied with the mSATA specification and is planning its own standard
by Constantin Murariu, August 6th, 2012