British Special Forces laptop containing top-secret files goes missingApril 13th, 2009 LONDON - A laptop containing details of top-secret anti-terror training exercises of the Special Air Service (SAS), a special forces regiment within the British Army, has gone missing. The British Defence Ministry admitted that the computer, which was not encrypted, vanished during a recent exercise in the UK.
Samsung launches solar-powered phoneJune 11th, 2009 NOIDA - Leading white goods and mobile handset manufacturer Samsung Wednesday launched a low-cost solar-powered mobile phone, and said it was planning to introduce about 20 more models by year-end. The new handset, launched under its low-cost line of products - "Guru" - at a price of Rs.2,799, has a solar panel on the back, which can be used to charge the battery anywhere the sun is shining.
Gadget sales to reach 50bln pounds mark in UK by 2010July 31st, 2009 LONDON - British people's love for gadgets is set to break the 50-billion-pound barrier for the first time next year, according to a new survey. Retail analysts Mintel have revealed that between 2004 and 2008, sales of gadgets increased almost 13 per cent, and reached about 49bn pounds in 2008.
Land Rover launches 'world's toughest phone'July 3rd, 2009 LONDON - Land Rover has unveiled what it claims to be the world's strongest phone, after the gadget survived being dropped from a tall building, stood on by an elephant, and roasted in an oven. Called the new S1 mobile, the 'indestructible' device was developed after the car giant teamed up with phone manufacturer Sonim.
HTC Hero voted Gadget of the YearOctober 3rd, 2009 LONDON - HTC Hero, the phone that uses technology developed by Google, has been voted Gadget of the Year at a ceremony organised by Stuff magazine. The device has a five-megapixel camera and a 3.2in screen.
Brit taxpayers shell out 220,000 pounds for prisoners games consolesMay 27th, 2009 LONDON - Thousands of prisoners have been given computer games consoles - costing the British taxpayer more than 220,000 pounds. ccording to The Sun, the Prison Service handed out 2,515 of the gadgets - including PlayStation 3s and PSPs, Xbox 360s and Nintendo Wiis and Gameboys - for good behaviour.
Obama's 'personalised iPod' gift to Queen draws criticismApril 2nd, 2009 WASHINGTON - Barack Obama's choice of gift to the Queen on his first meeting with the monarch has managed to draw frowns from critics. The U.S. President, who arrived in London to attend the G20 summit, had presented the royal with a personalised iPod during the historic meeting at Buckingham Palace.
Now, read your favourite book on an MP3, mobile or laptopJanuary 25th, 2009 JAIPUR - As life hurtles on the fast lane, the publishing industry is opening up new, cost-effective and easier reading formats for literature buffs. The traditional space-eating bookshelves and libraries at home and in public spaces will soon be replaced by audio books, mobile telephone books, e-books and video clips of famous novels, which are available either at the click of a mouse or a dial tone away with the mobile telephony provider - thanks to the new age tech-savvy publishing wizkids.
Barack Obama has yet to get his spy-proof BlackBerryApril 25th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Contrary to previous rumors, President Barack Obama hasn't gotten his super-secure BlackBerry. According to The Washington Times, the American leader will have to long for his souped-up smartphone for a little while, and has instead been forced to use an ungainly hybrid.
US military using iPod, iPhones in Iraq operationMay 11th, 2009 LONDON - Apple's iPods and iPhones are the latest equipment that the US army is using to carry out operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. The easy-to-use devices have been embraced by the military because they can safely carry secure software and are far cheaper than manufacturing a version specifically for the army.
Report: Streaming music provider Spotify to launch iPhone applicationJuly 27th, 2009 Report: Spotify to launch iPhone applicationSTOCKHOLM — Streaming music service Spotify is launching an application for Apple Inc.'s popular iPhone, Swedish news agency TT reported Monday. It would be Spotify's first mobile phone application.
Nokia Siemens in $650 million deal for Nortel NetworksJune 20th, 2009 Nokia Siemens buys Nortel in $650 million dealHELSINKI — Nokia Siemens Networks said Saturday it will buy Canadian-based Nortel Networks in a $650 million (€465 million) deal. "Nokia Siemens Networks has taken a significant step towards strengthening its leadership in Long Term Evolution, or LTE, next generation wireless technology and expanding its market presence in North America," Nokia Siemens said.
Xbox game based on Iraq battle angers veteransApril 8th, 2009 LONDON - A video game based on one of the bloodiest battles during the Iraq conflict has been branded 'crass and insensitive' by those affected by the fighting. Six Days In Fallujah, published by Japanese games giant Konami, was developed in collaboration with a handful of Iraq veteran US Marines
It is described as a 'survival horror' title for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 consoles.
Bond gave inspiration to real-life US agents, says bookMay 7th, 2009 LONDON - Fictional spy James Bond and his array of clever gadgets inspired many real-life US agents, reveals a new book. The MI6 hero along with his breathtaking devices helped the Central Intelligence Agency develop many tricks of its own in the 1960s.
Shower radio voted Worst Household Gadget of All TimeSeptember 25th, 2009 LONDON - The waterproof shower radio has been named the worst household gadget of all time in a new UK poll. The shower radio was voted the worst gadget due its tuning and volume problems.
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