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About 49 articles found for 17 December 2011:
Technology Blog
SteelSeries Kinzu v2 Pro Edition Mouse Scurries Around Europe
Optical mouse will be globally available in January, 2012
by Sebastian Pop, December 17th, 2011
more on this topic
ROCCAT Studios Launches Big and Black Mouse Pads
Corsair Vengeance MMO/RTS Gaming Keyboard and Mouse Now Available
Mobile World
LG Optimus Hub Now Available in India for $250 (190 EUR)
The smartphone may be a competitive alternative to the Galaxy Ace
by Cosmin Vasile, December 17th, 2011
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LG Optimus Hub Up for Pre-Order in the UK for £210 (325 USD or 250 EUR)
LG Optimus Q Now Available at Straight Talk on Prepaid
Mobile World
All Smartphones for Under $100 at U.S. Cellular, Samsung Mesmerize Only $0.01
The promo runs through December 25 and includes free handsets as well
by Cosmin Vasile, December 17th, 2011
Internet Life
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Firefox 9 Is Coming in Three Days, Here's What You Need to Know
JavaScript performance should be getting a big boost
by Lucian Parfeni, December 17th, 2011
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Firefox Source Code Is So Big, It Hit the 32-Bit Virtual Address Space Limit
Firefox 8 Is Coming in 3 Days, Here's What You Need to Know
Memory
Micron and JEDEC Want to Standardize 3D DRAM Chips
The 3DS may or may not end up as a primary iteration of DDR4
by Sebastian Pop, December 17th, 2011
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Point of View Creates 169 Euro 10-Inch Android Tablet
Mixel Enables Toshiba Laptops with Wide Viewing, Glasses-Free 3D
Web Version of TweetDeck Now Available, for Hardcore Twitter Users
by Lucian Parfeni, December 17th, 2011
All configuration options are now synced no matter where you sign in from
Internet Life
Mobile OS
Android 4.0.3 Brings Updated SDK Tools
New APIs are now available for developers to benefit from
by Ionut Arghire, December 17th, 2011
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Sony Ericsson Pepper Emerges with Dual-Core 1GHz CPU
Android 4.0.2 Available for GSM Galaxy Nexus Devices
Google News
Google Goggles' Eye for Art Just Got a Huge Help from The Met
With 76,000 artworks now in Google's catalog and more to come
by Lucian Parfeni, December 17th, 2011
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Google Acquires PittPatt a Facial Recognition Technology Company
Google Labs Survivors and Casualties - Last Chance to See Some of These Wacky Tools
Columns
Weekend Reading: The 2011 VGAs and the Celebration of Sequels
The Last of Us and Fortnite saved the show from becoming an all-out sequel festival
by Andrei Dobra, December 17th, 2011
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Gears of War Developer Says Epic Might Return to Unreal with RPG Vibe
The Last of Us Will Bring Games Closer to Movies, Naughty Dog Believes
Windows Software
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Softpedia Campaign December 2011: Unlimited Giveaway for Backup4All Lite
24-hour window for unlimited download of Backup4All Lite
by Ionut Ilascu, December 17th, 2011
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Softpedia Giveaways 2011: 20 Licenses for EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard
Softpedia Campaign December 2011: $10 for System Mechanic
Help guides, tweaks and facts
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How to Manually Install the Official Ice Cream Sandwich on Nexus S
The OTA update is now available for download from Google's servers
by Ionut Arghire, December 17th, 2011
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Google Touts Expanded Availability for Galaxy Nexus
Verizon Galaxy Nexus Extended Battery Now Available at Samsung
Bing Within an Inch of Overtaking Yahoo Search in the US
by Lucian Parfeni, December 17th, 2011
Of course, Bing needs to gain on Google for it to mean anything
Google News
Security
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Softpedia Exclusive Interview: The Life of a Hacktivist
Learn what can influence a man to become a black hat hacker
by Eduard Kovacs, December 17th, 2011
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New Times Website Hacked, Members Exposed
Rutgers and Tasmania University Websites Hacked by SODT (Updated)
Windows Software
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Softpedia Campaign December 2011: 50 Licenses for DisplayFusion Pro
ENDED
Extremely versatile, multi-monitor management application
by Ionut Ilascu, December 17th, 2011
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Softpedia Giveaways 2011: 20 Licenses for EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard
Softpedia Campaign December 2011: $10 for System Mechanic
Health
Teens Prefer Pot to Tobacco
Marijuana use remains steady, fewer teens start smoking
by Tudor Vieru, December 17th, 2011
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Lack of Endocannabinoids Can Trigger Eating Disorders
Cannabis Causes Chaos in Concentration, Memory Centers
CPU
Intel Will Have a Hard Time with Medfield in 2012
Bad history with MIDs coming back to haunt the company
by Sebastian Pop, December 17th, 2011
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AMD Was Surprised by Microsoft Bulldozer Update for Windows
Advanced CPU Technologies Are Getting Less Appealing, AMD Says
Green/Eco Blog
Timberland Launches Eco-Friendly Packable Hiking Shoes
The soles of the flexible Radler Trail Camp are made of up to 42% durable green rubber
by Oana Grigoras, December 17th, 2011
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Eco-Friendly Shoes Save Orphaned Elephants
Self-Cleaning Clothes Make Washing Machines Go Extinct
Viral of the Day: Teddy Bear the Porcupine Wishes You a Merry Christmas
by Elena Gorgan, December 17th, 2011
Get into the spirit of the holidays with Internet's latest breakout star
Music, Film & TV Blog
Windows Software
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Softpedia Giveaways 2011: 20 Licenses for EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard
Easy-to-use solution for recovering deleted or lost files
by Ionut Ilascu, December 17th, 2011
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Softpedia Giveaways 2011: 25 Licenses Ashampoo Cover Studio
Softpedia Giveaways 2011: 50 Licenses for Zoner Photo Studio 14 PRO
Rumours about mobile phones
Sony Ericsson Pepper Emerges with Dual-Core 1GHz CPU
The handset might prove the successor of Xperia neo V
by Ionut Arghire, December 17th, 2011
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Facebook for Android Gets Updated with Timeline
Sony Ericsson Preps Software Update 4.0.2.A.0.6x for Xperia Devices
Music, Film & TV Blog
First Look at Sylvester Stallone in 'Bullet to the Head'
Sly and Jason Momoa duke it out in style – with axes, not guns
by Elena Gorgan, December 17th, 2011
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First Teaser Poster for 'Expendables 2' Is Out
'The Expendables 2' Teaser Trailer Is Here
Green/Eco Blog
Nissan to Test Its Zero-Emission Van in the UK
Nissan and FedEx collaborate to see NV200 green vans rolling on the streets of London
by Oana Grigoras, December 17th, 2011
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Cars Could Power Homes Due to Vehicle-to-Grid Technology
1.4M Green Vehicles to Hit the Californian Roads
CPU
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AMD Was Surprised by Microsoft Bulldozer Update for Windows
It was incomplete and was only supposed to show up in 2012
by Sebastian Pop, December 17th, 2011
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[UPDATE]Windows 7 Patch Boosts AMD Bulldozer Performance
Windows Patch for Proper AMD Bulldozer Performance Is Gone
Everything About Kim Kardashian Is Fake, Says Kris Humphries
by Elena Gorgan, December 17th, 2011
Jilted ex-husband keeps telling friends that Kim is a fake and a fraud
Television
Celebrity News
Jennifer Lopez Is Upset People Think She's the Mother of Her Boyfriend
Report claims singer isn't handling well people's reaction to the age difference
by Elena Gorgan, December 17th, 2011
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Jennifer Lopez Gives Boytoy Pimped Out Bentley
Jennifer Lopez Gives Away All Jewelry from Marc Anthony
Food & Health
Insect Cuticle-Inspired Material to Replace Plastic
Experts launch a new kind of green plastic copying the particularities of insect cuticles
by Oana Grigoras, December 17th, 2011
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Coca-Cola and Pepsi Want Plastic Bottles Entirely Made of Plants
Used Plastic Cups Contribute to Vertical Garden
Columns
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Weekend Reading: Stop the Graphics at Battlefield 3
We don't need to create anything better or more realistic
by Andrei Dumitrescu, December 17th, 2011
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Max Payne 3’s Gang Wars Multiplayer Mode Gets First Details
Fixing Battlefield 3 PlayStation 3 Voice Chat Issues Is a ‘Top Priority’ for DICE
Celebrity News
Etta James Is 'Terminally Ill'
Manager says legendary singer is in the final stages of leukemia, asks fans to pray
by Elena Gorgan, December 17th, 2011
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Giuliana Rancic Announces Decision to Have Double Mastectomy
Giuliana Rancic Reveals Breast Cancer Diagnosis
Sci Pry
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Top 10 Fastest Cars in the World 2011
This list reflects the realities and cars available this year
by Tudor Vieru, December 17th, 2011
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The Benefits of Self-Driving Cars
A Good Mix: Hybrid Cars and Flywheels
Solar Power Costs Less Than Diesel in India
by Oana Grigoras, December 17th, 2011
Governmental funding could make solar power become India's cheapest source of energy
Energy
Linux software reviews
digiKam 2.4.1 Review
An amazing software that will sort your ever growing picture collection
by Silviu Stahie, December 17th, 2011
Music, Film & TV Blog
Wonder Woman Campaigns for Breast Cancer Awareness
Ads featuring comic book heroines aim to shock women into getting a check-up
by Elena Gorgan, December 17th, 2011
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Viral of the Day: The Big Man Turns Vigilante on Scotrail
Henry Cavill Shows Off Body Worthy of 'Man of Steel'
Game reviews
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Trine 2 Review (PC)
Is Frozenbyte's newest puzzle platformer a great success or a disappointment?
by Andrei Dobra, December 17th, 2011
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Sonic Generations (PC)
Assassin’s Creed: Revelations Review (PC)
Green
Four People Arrested for Trafficking Elephant Ivory
Cameroon authorities have detained four people for trafficking 100 kilograms of ivory
by Oana Grigoras, December 17th, 2011
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Brazilian Forest Code Vote Delayed Until 2012
Giant Paper Supplier Puts Tiger Habitat at Risk
Music, Film & TV Blog
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First Teaser Poster for 'Expendables 2' Is Out
Lionsgate puts out poster, says the one already out isn't theirs
by Elena Gorgan, December 17th, 2011
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'The Expendables 2' Teaser Trailer Is Here
First Look at Arnold Schwarzenegger in 'The Last Stand'
Seagate Cuts Warranties of More HDDs than WD
by Sebastian Pop, December 17th, 2011
Most Barracuda and Momentus models, among others, go from 5 years to 1, 2 or 3
Storage
Green/Eco Blog
First Solar-Powered Tanning Salon Opened in California
The owners think the environment is an important element in taking care of ourselves
by Oana Grigoras, December 17th, 2011
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Cars Could Power Homes Due to Vehicle-to-Grid Technology
Self-Cleaning Clothes Make Washing Machines Go Extinct
Home & Living
ABC Cancels 'Extreme Makeover: Home Edition'
Long-running series gets the axe after ratings take a dive
by Elena Gorgan, December 17th, 2011
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World's Richest Kitty Has Net Worth of $8.5 Million (€6.4 Million)
Khloe Kardashian 'Sad' About Lamar Odom's Move to Dallas
Mobile OS
Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich Rolls-Out on GSM Nexus S
The update is available starting today, delivered over-the-air
by Ionut Arghire, December 17th, 2011
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Google Touts Expanded Availability for Galaxy Nexus
Verizon Galaxy Nexus Extended Battery Now Available at Samsung
Music, Film & TV Blog
Watch Nicole Scherzinger's Rousing Performance of 'Phantom of the Opera'
Former Pussycat Doll wows at Royal Variety Show with breathtaking performance
by Elena Gorgan, December 17th, 2011
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Nicole Scherzinger Performs 'Pretty' on X Factor USA
Nicole Scherzinger Puts on Killer Performance of 'Try with Me' in London
Green
Farmers Clip Piglets’ Teeth Without Anaesthetic − Shocking Video
British farmers rely on cruel practices to control the violence of piglets
by Oana Grigoras, December 17th, 2011
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Demonstrator Bares All in Marketplace to Fight Animal Cruelty
All-American Muslim Show Makes Animal Fans Angry
Advanced CPU Technologies Are Getting Less Appealing, AMD Says
by Sebastian Pop, December 17th, 2011
The improvements from node advancement are waning while prices rise
CPU
Celebrity News
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Britney Spears Confirms Engagement
Longtime beau Jason Trawick pops the question in Las Vegas, they're getting married
by Elena Gorgan, December 17th, 2011
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Jason Trawick Will Propose to Britney Spears
Britney Spears Welcomes Competition, Says There's Room for Everybody
Games
The Best User-Created Modern Warfare 3 Custom Modes Will Be Made Public
Infinity Ward wants to promote the best kind of private experiences
by Andrei Dobra, December 17th, 2011
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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Update Coming to PS3 This Week
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Player Gets 5,000 Day Ban
Games
APB Reloaded Gets More than 3 Million Players in One Week
Relaunch of the shooter MMO is successful for new developers
by Andrei Dumitrescu, December 17th, 2011
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MMO Aion Moves to Free-to-Play In February 2012
Lionhead Looks for MMO Programmer for Secret Project
Mobile World
Motorola ATRIX 2 (ME865) Arrives in Hong Kong
The smartphone can be purchased for HK$3,998 (515 USD or 395 EUR)
by Cosmin Vasile, December 17th, 2011
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Gingerbread to Hit Motorola ATRIX in the UK in November
Motorola ATRIX Coming to Romania on December 21 via COSMOTE
Mobile World
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Nokia Lumia 710 Coming Soon at Three UK
The carrier already lists the Windows Phone on its website
by Ionut Arghire, December 17th, 2011
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New Windows Phone Unlocking Method to Emerge Soon
Nokia Lumia 710 at T-Mobile USA on January 11th at $49.99
KFA2 GeForce GTX 580 MDT X4 EX OC Card Has Multi-Display Support
by Sebastian Pop, December 17th, 2011
Can share the desktop across 3 screens like AMD Eyefinity cards
Video
Technology Blog
AMD Radeon HD 7970 Packs 4.3 Billion Transistors – Report
Almost twice as much as Intel's Sandy Bridge-E processors
by Sorin Nita, December 17th, 2011
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AMD Pulls Radeon HD 7970 Launch Date to December 22
AMD A8-3870K and A6-3670K Specs and Pricing Unveiled, Arrive on Dec 26
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