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Games
Wii U Darksiders II Graphics Will Be as Good as on the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360
The new device will also offer room for innovation
by Andrei Dumitrescu, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Darksiders II Gets Second Cinematic “Death Strikes” Video
Volition Working on Downloadable Title, Next-Gen Consoles
Hacking News
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Hackers Ready iOS 6 Jailbreak Before Apple Even Rolls Out the Betas (Updated)
Take a look at some of the techniques they use to accomplish their task
by Eduard Kovacs, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
HITB 2012 Topics: WinRT and the “Ghost” in the Windows 7 Allocator
Social Engineering and Hacking Skills Put to the Test at HITB 2012 Amsterdam
Hacking News
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Hackers Reveal the Price of iOS Jailbreaks at HITB 2012 Amsterdam
They provided the exact sum, but they claim they're not in it for the money
by Eduard Kovacs, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
HITB 2012 Topics: WinRT and the “Ghost” in the Windows 7 Allocator
Social Engineering and Hacking Skills Put to the Test at HITB 2012 Amsterdam
Security
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Hack in the Box 2012 Amsterdam Video Overview
Take a look at some of the key moments from day one of the event
by Eduard Kovacs, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
HITB 2012 Topics: WinRT and the “Ghost” in the Windows 7 Allocator
Social Engineering and Hacking Skills Put to the Test at HITB 2012 Amsterdam
Technology Blog
HP Will Drop the Compaq Brand Next Year
We might still see the label on some basic, entry-level PCs though
by Sebastian Pop, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Toshiba AT300 Tablet Formally Launched
CZC Tech's U116T Is Both a Tablet and an Ultrabook
RIM Intros BlackBerry Curve 9220 and Curve 9320 in Philippines
by Cosmin Vasile, May 24th, 2012
Both smartphones are available via Globe Telecom carrier
Mobile World
iPhone
iPhone Deemed as Necessary Evil for Some Carriers
Study shows that operators carrying the iPhone are well regarded
by Filip Truta, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Pundit Explains How iOS 6 Won’t Give Away Any iPhone 5 Details
Yahoo! Launches Axis Web Browser for iPhones and iPads
Mobile World
Sony Xperia P, Xperia U and Xperia Sola Arrive in India
The smartphones will be available via select retailers
by Cosmin Vasile, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Sony Xperia P Approved by FCC, Heading to Various Carriers
MWC 2012: Sony Xperia U Hands-On
Games
Developers Should Not Be Content Factories, Says Epic Games President
Not everyone can be as freeform and innovative as Valve
by Andrei Dumitrescu, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
The Elder Scrolls Online's Main Story Is Focused on Solo Players
New PSP and PS minis Games Now Available for PlayStation Vita
iWorld
Download the New Infinity Blade II: Vault of Tears
Chair already teases new DLC involving the Worker of Secrets and a relic from the past
by Filip Truta, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Blizzard Confirms First Diablo III Update for Mac OS X
Download CrossOver XI 11.1.0 with Diablo III Support for Mac OS X
Technology Blog
Corsair Going Public But Not Right Away
The company prepares to sell some shares in order to raise money
by Sebastian Pop, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Corsair GS Series Power Supplies Upgraded and 80Plus Certified
Corsair Releases Vengeance 2000 Wireless Headset
Molyneux Says New Game 22 Experiments Will Launch in Six Weeks
by Andrei Dumitrescu, May 24th, 2012
The game will allow players to deliver their own stories
Games
Accessories
UGG Australia Launches Bridal Uggs
Your wedding just got comfier, makers of the famous boot promise
by Elena Gorgan, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Best Dressed Ladies at the MET Gala 2012
Ladies Go See-Through at the MET Gala 2012
Handhelds
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New Samsung Galaxy Note II Concept Phone Emerges
It is nothing more than a larger, enhanced Galaxy S III
by Ionut Arghire, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Galaxy S III’s TouchWiz UI Ported to Galaxy Note, Galaxy S II
Five New Nexus Handsets on November Fifth
Displays
55-Inch LG OLED TV Named and Priced
Only the rich will afford it whenever it happens to start shipping
by Sebastian Pop, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Toshiba AT300 Tablet Formally Launched
Panasonic Hit with Record Loss of $9.7 Billion
Internet Life
Microsoft Takes Down Streetside Entirely in Germany Amidst Privacy Concerns
The Street View-like service has been live for a few months
by Lucian Parfeni, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Google Maps in the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG – Photo Gallery
April Fools Roundup: Working 8-Bit Google Maps for NES (Gallery)
Software
CleanMyDrive Utility Released in the Mac App Store – Free Download
Free utility from a studio that specializes in Mac maintenance tools
by Filip Truta, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Pundit Explains How iOS 6 Won’t Give Away Any iPhone 5 Details
Yahoo! Launches Axis Web Browser for iPhones and iPads
ADATA Launches Premier Pro SDHC/SDXC Memory Cards
by Sebastian Pop, May 24th, 2012
They follow the UHS-I specification and can withstand harsh conditions
Storage
Mobile World
Nokia Plans Slimmer PureView Handsets
The company might not pack 41MP camera sensors in them
by Ionut Arghire, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
AT&T’s Nokia Lumia 900 Only $9.99 for Upgraders at Amazon
Lumia 900 Ad Supposedly Hints at Windows Phone 8 Functionality
Mobile OS
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Sony Ericsson Xperia PLAY Not Getting Android 4.0 ICS
The device is not in the list of ICS-upgradable devices
by Cosmin Vasile, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Android 4.0 ICS for Xperia Arc S, Xperia Neo V and Xperia Ray Now Available in India
Sony Kicks Off Android 4.0 ICS Upgrade for Xperia Arc S, Xperia Neo V and Xperia Ray
Storage
ZenBook SSD and MacBookAir SSD Are Not Compatible with mSATA
These SSDs are rather slow, not compatible with each other and not mSATA compliant either
by Constantin Murariu, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Fake HDD Crisis Confirmed: WD Spends Another $1.9 Billion USD
Team Group Intros Vulcan Series OC Memory
Music, Film & TV Blog
Justin Bieber Brings “Boyfriend” on Ellen DeGeneres
Teen heartthrob performs his latest single, does better than at the Billboard Awards
by Elena Gorgan, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Tracklisting for Justin Bieber’s “Believe” Revealed
Justin Bieber Performs “Boyfriend” at 2012 Billboard Awards
Google News
Google+ Android App Catches Up to iPhone Version, Is a Major Redesign
Google put iOS first this time around, but the Android version has more features
by Lucian Parfeni, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Google Reveals Futuristic Augmented-Reality Glasses
You Can Post to Google+ via SMS in 43 Countries Now
X Factor Will Lead Britney Spears “Back into Meltdown Territory”
by Elena Gorgan, May 24th, 2012
This much pressure isn't good for her when she hasn't yet made a full recovery
Television
Technology Blog
Home Technology Demand on the Rise Again
As people start buying homes again, furniture and appliances see renewed demand
by Sebastian Pop, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
By 2016, HDDs Will Have Twice as Much Storage
Graphics Market Doing Well Despite Decline
Science Blog
Pacific Hurricanes Expected to Be Tame This Year
Experts release predictions on how strong this season's storms will be
by Tudor Vieru, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
2011 Global Warming-Related Floods Cost the US $10 Billion
Tropical Cyclones Will Grow More Intense, Affect More Areas
Science Blog
Tetrapods Used Only Their Front Limbs for Locomotion
The back limbs were used to maintain balance while moving
by Tudor Vieru, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
How Tetrapods Avoided Acid Intoxication
Global Warming Doesn't Even Benefit Plants
Music, Film & TV Blog
“G.I. Joe: Retaliation” Pushed Back for 3D Conversion
Film’s release date has been changed from June 29 to March 29
by Elena Gorgan, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
New International Trailer for “G.I. Joe: Retaliation” Is Out
New Trailer for “G.I. Joe: Retaliation” Is Action Packed, Insane
Technology Blog
ITU Meets to Define 4K and 8K UHDTV
Super-resolution displays exist already, but broadcasts are a different matter
by Sebastian Pop, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
TOSHIBA Presents QuadHD 55” LED TV
A Quarter of Consumers Want a New Phone or HDTV
Universal Releases Interactive Trailer for “Snow White and the Huntsman”
by Elena Gorgan, May 24th, 2012
New clip offers fans lots of info, plenty more footage
Music, Film & TV Blog
Science Blog
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How to Watch Venus' Solar Transit [Video]
Astronomers say the event will occur between June 5-6, 2012
by Tudor Vieru, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Hubble Prepares to Observe Venus' Solar Transit
Geochemically-Evolved Rocks Found on Venus
Mobile World
Sprint LG LS860 (Cayenne) Blurry Picture Emerges, It Boasts LTE and Android 4.0 ICS
The smartphone is equipped with a dual-core processor
by Cosmin Vasile, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Verizon Confirms Android 2.3.6 Gingerbread Update for LG Spectrum
Bell Canada Confirms Android 4.0 ICS Upgrade for 7 Devices in Q2/Q3 2012
Windows Live
Microsoft Removes Bing Maps Streetside in Germany
The company is working on finding a way to have it back online
by Ionut Arghire, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Microsoft Quietly Kills Bing’s Visual Search
Microsoft’s So.cl Now Open to the Public
Music, Film & TV Blog
Vince Vaughn Intros New Trailer for “The Watch”
New clip also shows a better look at the alien planning to invade earth
by Elena Gorgan, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
“The Apparition” Trailer: Ashley Greene, Tom Felton Are In Over Their Heads
6-Minute Preview of “The Amazing Spider-Man” Drops with “Men in Black 3”
Health
Calcium Supplement Intake Boosts Heart Attack Risks
These chemicals are very widely used by the general population
by Tudor Vieru, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Stem Cells Set Foundation for Innovative Autism Study
Carbon Erodes the Very Fabric of Marine Ecosystems
High-Speed Internet Enabled by $200 Million Investment
by Sebastian Pop, May 24th, 2012
Gig. U member universities will get gigabit broadband
Technology Blog
Finances
Facebook and the Banks Botched the IPO, but It's Not as Bad as It Seems
It's been a rocky few days, but things will settle down eventually
by Lucian Parfeni, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Who Got Rich in the Facebook IPO
Facebook Painted a Giant QR Code on Its Rooftop for Google Maps to Catch It
Health
Childhood Obesity Rate Higher in C-Section Babies
New study looks at hundred of births within the United States
by Tudor Vieru, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Red Wine May Prevent Obesity
Fat-Rich Diets Cause New Brain Cells to Sprout
The Office System
Microsoft to Provide Office 365 to OIEC’s Community of Catholic Schools
The service will become available for over 4.5 million students
by Ionut Arghire, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Microsoft Office for iPad and Android to Arrive in November
Microsoft Celebrates US Small Businesses with Office 365
Technology Blog
Satechi Launches Bluetooth Remote Control
It works on phones, tablets, PCs and anything else with the required support
by Sebastian Pop, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Dell Finishes Acquisition of Security Company
Handy Samsung WB850F Smart Camera Debuts
Technology Blog
Nvidia’s Icera Smartphone Chipset Validated by AT&T on the LTE Network
Icera is a software modem able to work on 4G LTE CAT 2, 4G HSPA+, 3G and 2G networks
by Constantin Murariu, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
TOSHIBA to Launch Hybrid HDDs in September 2012
Logitec Launches 4TB External HDD with eSATA and USB 3.0
Analyst: Amalur Intellectual Property Is Worth 20 Million Dollars (15.9 Million Euro)
by Andrei Dumitrescu, May 24th, 2012
Electronic Arts might step in to pick up the coming MMO
Games
Behavior/Humans
Learning How to Cope with the Bad Boosts Life Satisfaction
Resilience is key to living a happy life, scientists explain
by Tudor Vieru, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Small Personality Changes Can Lead to More Happiness
Shorter Working Week Could Fix Economic Woes
Technology Blog
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 Owners Get 50 GB Dropbox Storage
After one year, users will be downgraded to 10% of that, more or less
by Sebastian Pop, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Toshiba AT300 Tablet Formally Launched
CZC Tech's U116T Is Both a Tablet and an Ultrabook
Celebrity News
Kim Kardashian Is Addicted to Pills, Claims Report
She’s self-medicating and sister Khloe is very worried about her
by Elena Gorgan, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Kim Kardashian Bans Kanye West from Hanging Out with Other Women
Kim Kardashian Stands by Skechers Shape-Ups Despite Bogus Fitness Claims
Behavior/Humans
Ads to Take Advantage of Unconscious Visual Valence Perception
Brain sciences are steadily making their way into advertising
by Tudor Vieru, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Flaws in Human Decision-Making Process Identified
Religious Belief, Analytical Thinking Don't Mix
Mobile OS
Galaxy S III’s TouchWiz UI Ported to Galaxy Note, Galaxy S II
The new interface offers smooth transitions, 5-column icons display
by Ionut Arghire, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Vodafone UK: Galaxy S III Is the Most Pre-Ordered Android Phone
Sprint’s Galaxy S III Receives Bluetooth SIG Approvals
Microsoft to Integrate Flash in Windows 8’s Internet Explorer 10
by Ionut Arghire, May 24th, 2012
The plugin will be available for certain, limited scenarios
Internet Explorer
Music, Film & TV Blog
“The Apparition” Trailer: Ashley Greene, Tom Felton Are In Over Their Heads
“Once you believe, you die,” upcoming horror flick promises
by Elena Gorgan, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
“The Possession” Trailer Awakens Old Demons
“Cinco de Mayo” Trailer: A Holiday You'll Never Forget
Video
First Radeon HD 7700 Card with Overvoltage Support and TransThermal Design
MSI is the hero of the day providing a pre-overclocked card with lots of features
by Constantin Murariu, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Fake HDD Crisis Confirmed: WD Spends Another $1.9 Billion USD
AMD’s Trinity Offers 46% Better Battery Life Than Ivy Bridge
Mobile World
Panasonic ELUGA Power Gets Delayed to Q3 2012
Stock is now expected to arrive in the UK in late June / early July
by Cosmin Vasile, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Panasonic ELUGA Series Phones and Tablets Headed to NTT Docomo
Panasonic ELUGA Goes on Sale in the UK
Music, Film & TV Blog
Rihanna Does “Where Have You Been” on American Idol Finale
Singer puts on elaborate spectacle, with lots of focus on dancing, lights
by Elena Gorgan, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Rihanna Joins Jay-Z, Kanye West on Stage in London
Here Are All of Rihanna’s “Battleship” Lines
Space
Space Exploration Cannot Move Forward Without International Cooperation
Mission costs are currently soaring, agency leaders say
by Tudor Vieru, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
100 Milliliters of Fuel Are Enough to Reach the Moon
Moon's Water Reserves Critical for Space Exploration
Jury Finds Google Did Not Infringe on Oracle's Patents
by Lucian Parfeni, May 24th, 2012
Google has pretty much won the lawsuit, with only some small exceptions
Google News
Celebrity News
Megan Fox Is Expecting a Girl – First Photos
Actress hasn’t confirmed it yet, but photos show she’s clearly with child
by Elena Gorgan, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Megan Fox Dodges Pregnancy Questions
Source Confirms Megan Fox's Pregnancy
Mobile World
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New Sony Xperia Tipo Dual Entry-Level Android 4.0 ICS Phone Leaks
The smartphone might come with dual-SIM capability
by Cosmin Vasile, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Affordable Sony Ericsson ST21i “Tapioca” Android Smartphone Leaks
Specs of Sony LT22i Nypon Emerge
Games
Japan: Nintendo 3DS Leads with My Little Sister Can’t Be This Cute Can’t Be Continuing
PlayStation Vita continues to perform worse than expected
by Andrei Dumitrescu, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
New Version of Nintendo Wii U’s Controller Has Analog Sticks
Naughty Dog Justifies New Ellie Look for The Last of Us Trailer
Space
Dragon Completes Flyby of the ISS
This is the first time a private spacecraft managed to do this
by Tudor Vieru, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
SpaceX Dragon Capsule Snaps Image of Earth
SpaceX Launches Dragon Spacecraft to the ISS
Music, Film & TV Blog
Jennifer Lopez Drops “Going In” Single on American Idol Finale
Singer rocks the stage with medley, busts some serious dance moves
by Elena Gorgan, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Jennifer Lopez on New American Idol Season: I’m Not Leaving Yet
Jennifer Lopez Brings “Dance Again” to American Idol
Sony’s Xperia P, Xperia U and Xperia sola Available in Asia and Europe
by Ionut Arghire, May 24th, 2012
They can be purchased via various retailers and wireless carriers
Handhelds
Yahoo News
Yahoo Axis Is Not a Browser, but It's an Interesting Search App Nonetheless
The app works on desktop browsers and as a stand-alone browser on the iPad and iPhone
by Lucian Parfeni, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Firefox 14 Gets a Native PDF Viewer, Built with HTML5 and JavaScript (Screenshots)
Google Chrome Overtakes Internet Explorer for an Entire Week
Celebrity News
Tab Runs Shocking Photos of John Travolta in Drag
In the middle of ongoing scandal, actor is shamed in The National Enquirer
by Elena Gorgan, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Transgender Jenna Talackova Wins Miss Congeniality in Miss Universe Canada
Kris Jenner Addresses Rumors on Matt Lauer
Technology Blog
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ZALMAN Prepares USB 3.0 Flash Drives with SLC NAND
Highly durable USB sticks with a fast interface and fast NAND
by Constantin Murariu, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Fake HDD Crisis Confirmed: WD Spends Another $1.9 Billion USD
TOSHIBA to Launch Hybrid HDDs in September 2012
Mobile World
Nokia Lumia 900 Arrives in Finland, Sales Commencing on May 25
The smartphone is currently priced at 529 EUR (665 USD) outright
by Cosmin Vasile, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Nokia Lumia 900 Enjoys Strong Debut at AT&T
AT&T’s Nokia Lumia 900 Only $9.99 for Upgraders at Amazon
Mobile World
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Samsung Launches GALAXY Ace DUOS with “Always On Call” Feature
The smartphone will be available next month in Russia
by Cosmin Vasile, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Samsung Galaxy Y Pro DUOS Goes on Sale in India for $200 (150 EUR)
Samsung Galaxy Ace DUOS, Galaxy Y DUOS and Y Pro DUOS Now Available in India
Pundit Explains How iOS 6 Won’t Give Away Any iPhone 5 Details
by Filip Truta, May 24th, 2012
Apple will be tight-lipped about its potential larger display, John Gruber points out
iPhone
Rumours about mobile phones
LG VS930 for Verizon Emerges at GCF, Might Be Optimus LTE II
LG launched this device in South Korea with 2GB of RAM inside
by Ionut Arghire, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
LG Optimus 4X HD Video Promo Emerges
LG Details the New Optimus UI 3.0 for Android 4.0 Phones
Tablets
Toshiba AT300 Tablet Formally Launched
Tegra 3-based Android 4.0 tablet with Gorilla Glass
by Sebastian Pop, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
CZC Tech's U116T Is Both a Tablet and an Ultrabook
Behold the Genius Kids Designer II Tablet
Health
Healthier Nerve Connections Make Seniors Smarter
The conclusion belongs to a new scientific investigation
by Tudor Vieru, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Fat-Rich Diets Cause New Brain Cells to Sprout
ISS Astronauts Perceive Cosmic Rays
Rumours about mobile phones
hot
Google to Release 7-Inch Tablet in June, Expects to Ship 600,000 Units
The slate will be manufactured by Asus and will go on sale in July
by Cosmin Vasile, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
ICS-Powered Samsung GALAXY Tab 2 310 Now Available in India
New Google Nexus Devices from Multiple OEMs This Fall
Movies
“Transformers” Extra Gets $18.5 Million (€14.7 Million) Payment
Gabriella Cedillo was left with permanent brain damage after the stunt that went wrong
by Elena Gorgan, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Casey Anthony Movie Will Be “Interesting,” Rob Lowe Promises
Jackie Chan Unretires from Action Movies
Wind-Driven, Tumbleweed-Shaped Rover Could Explore Mars
by Tudor Vieru, May 24th, 2012
The machine would be able to move across extremely rugged terrain
Space
Mobile OS
Windows Phone 8 Is Expected on Current Devices
The platform will arrive on new smartphones as well
by Ionut Arghire, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Rundown of Exclusive Apps for Nokia’s Lumia Phones
AT&T’s Nokia Lumia 900 Only $9.99 for Upgraders at Amazon
iWorld
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Yahoo! Launches Axis Web Browser for iPhones and iPads
App uses rich, visual snapshots of each result so users can preview sites before entering
by Filip Truta, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Opera Mini 7.0.2 Brings Retina Graphics to New iPad
Pod2g: One More Device to Test Until iOS 5.1.1 Jailbreak Release
Displays
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Samsung and Sony Impose Minimum Cheap TV Prices
They don't like it in the least when discounts happen
by Sebastian Pop, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Bubble Display Is Not What You Might Think
3D Transistors Meet 22nm in Intel Ivy Bridge CPUs
Television
Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino Opens Up on Rehab Stint
You just have to take it day by day, and know that it will get better soon, he says
by Elena Gorgan, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Kim Kardashian Is Most Overexposed Celebrity, Says Forbes
Jersey Shore to “Phase Out” Snooki and The Situation in Season 6
Storage
Logitec Launches 4TB External HDD with eSATA and USB 3.0
Huge capacity in a normal package with all the connectivity you’ll need
by Constantin Murariu, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Fake HDD Crisis Confirmed: WD Spends Another $1.9 Billion USD
HP Pavilion G6 with AMD Trinity Selling for $570 USD
Critical Path for Darksiders II Will Take 25 Hours
by Andrei Dumitrescu, May 24th, 2012
Gamers can also choose to follow side quests for extra content
Games
Behavior/Humans
Dual-Role Workers Experience Unconscious Shifts in Morality
Their moral compass is dictated by their current actions, experts say
by Tudor Vieru, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Religious People Are Less Compassionate Than Atheists
The Social and Psychological Benefits of Gossip
Technology & Gadgets
HP Cuts 27,000 Jobs After $1.6 Billion Earnings
Even Autonomy co-founder Mike Lynch will take his leave
by Sebastian Pop, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
IBM Sacks 1,000 Employees in One Week, More Layoffs Coming
AMD’s CEO Continues Job Cuts
iWorld
Opera Mini 7.0.2 Brings Retina Graphics to New iPad
Norwegian software vendor releases updated version of its mobile web browser
by Filip Truta, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Updated Opera Browser Released in the Mac App Store
Apple Prematurely Flips the Switch on Opera 11.63 for Mac OS X [Updated]
Mobile Apps
Facebook 3.1.0.11 for BlackBerry Now Available in the Beta Zone
The latest version of the app comes with a slew of bug fixes
by Cosmin Vasile, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Facebook Mobile Gets Revamped with Larger Photos
Facebook Messenger for Android Gets Improved Location Features
Mobile Apps
Rundown of Exclusive Apps for Nokia’s Lumia Phones
Nokia made sure that its phones can stand up in the crowd
by Ionut Arghire, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
AT&T’s Nokia Lumia 900 Only $9.99 for Upgraders at Amazon
Lumia 900 Ad Supposedly Hints at Windows Phone 8 Functionality
Fungicide Exposure Causes Significant Damage in Rats
by Tudor Vieru, May 24th, 2012
The effects can still be noticed after three generations
Health
Laptops
CZC Tech's U116T Is Both a Tablet and an Ultrabook
Basically, it has Ultrabook-type hardware but a separate keyboard dock
by Sebastian Pop, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Lenovo March 31 Quarter Shows Great Financial Gains
Brazos 2.0 E1-1200 APU-Based HP Laptop Selling Early
Television
Anderson Cooper Kicks “Human Barbie” Sarah Burge Off His Show
“I have nothing more to talk with you about. You're dreadful,” he tells her
by Elena Gorgan, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Billy Bob Thornton Says Divorce from Angelina Jolie Wasn't “Nasty”
Suzanne Somers Talks About Experimental Surgery That Restored Her Breast
Laptops
Three ASUS ZenBooks with SSD Plus HDD Coming in June
The initial shipments will contain up to 100,000 units
by Constantin Murariu, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Fake HDD Crisis Confirmed: WD Spends Another $1.9 Billion USD
Intel Has No Competitor for AMD’s Trinity
Games
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Mass Effect 3 Operation Shieldwall Comes with Extra Banshees
Gamers will need to promote their characters for global goal
by Andrei Dumitrescu, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Download Nvidia Driver 301.42 for Improvements to Skyrim and More
Max Payne 3 Beats Diablo III in the United Kingdom
Space
Asteroid Impacts May Have Caused Global Warming on Mars
The effect may have gotten out of hand, turning the planet into a wasteland
by Tudor Vieru, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Mysterious Deposits on Mars Explained
Massive Glass Fields Found on the Red Planet
Gigabyte Intros the Lightest Notebook on Earth
by Sebastian Pop, May 24th, 2012
It does a great job of not actually saying anything about it
Laptops
Celebrity News
Will Smith on Slapping Kissy Reporter: It Was Really Awkward
Ukrainian reporter Vitalii Sediuk apologizes for getting touchy-feely on the red carpet
by Elena Gorgan, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Will Smith Raps “The Fresh Prince of Bel Air” Theme Song
Will Smith Slaps Kissy Reporter in Russia
The Office System
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Microsoft Office for iPad and Android to Arrive in November
Outlook Web App and updated Lync iOS applications expected as well
by Ionut Arghire, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Office 365 Welcomes Emperor Group to Its Customer List
SkyDrive’s Shorter URLs Powered by Bit.ly and SDRV.MS
Space
Gemini Telescope Sees Complex Planetary Nebula
The object has intrigued astronomers for many years
by Tudor Vieru, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
New Model Explains How the Solar System Appeared
The Most Amazing Cosmic 'Eye'
Technology Blog
Power Color Shows Glimpse of Vortex III Cooling System
Everybody is going for three-fan models these days
by Constantin Murariu, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Fake HDD Crisis Confirmed: WD Spends Another $1.9 Billion USD
HP Pavilion G6 with AMD Trinity Selling for $570 USD
CPU
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AMD Piledriver FX Chips Enter Mass Production in Q3
Both quad-core and eight-core Bulldozer successors will be released
by Sebastian Pop, May 24th, 2012
more on this topic
Intel Core i5-3365M Mobile CPU Set for Q3 Launch
Brazos 2.0 E1-1200 APU-Based HP Laptop Selling Early
Google Search Reinvented on the iPhone with 2.0 Release
by Filip Truta, May 24th, 2012
Mountain View tech giant rolls out heavily updated search app on iOS platforms
iWorld
Games
Soundtrack Released for Tony Hawk Pro Skater HD
The game will combine the old and the new when it comes to songs
by Andrei Dumitrescu, May 24th, 2012
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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Offers Double XP Until May 29
Download Now Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Content Collection #2 DLC on Xbox 360
Storage
Seagate Makes an Acquisition of Its Own, Buys LaCie
It expands its customer base even though it has repeatedly spoken about HDD shortages
by Sebastian Pop, May 24th, 2012
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LaCie Launches 2big NAS for Small Businesses
LaCie 5big Office Series NAS Device Revealed
Handhelds
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Five New Nexus Handsets on November Fifth
They should arrive from different makers on Android’s fifth anniversary
by Ionut Arghire, May 24th, 2012
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New Google Nexus Devices from Multiple OEMs This Fall
Android 4.0.4 Up for Download for Verizon’s Galaxy Nexus
Mac Games
Blizzard Confirms First Diablo III Update for Mac OS X
Optimization update promises to “significantly improve performance for the NVIDIA 9400M”
by Filip Truta, May 24th, 2012
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Arise “Sir” Jonathan Ive - Apple’s Design Guru Gets Knighted
Symantec Releases iAntivirus in the Mac App Store
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