Month: July 2006
Microsoft "iPod killer" out by Christmas?
According to Reuters, Microsoft aims to launch a media player to battle Apple's dominance with the iPod, which they hope will be on the shelves by Christmas. The news has become public via entertainment industry executives who have allegedly…
Smokey Amp – the cigarette packet amplifier
Smoking isn't big or clever – but a lot of musicians do it, so it's no surprise to see a cigarette packet recycled as a practice amplifier, which is what you get with the Smokey Amp. Designed by a…
Review: Gear4 Procontrol for iPods
Having announced the Gear4 Procontrol last month, we were given one of our very own, to turn our own lowly iPod into "a complete solution for the home". But don’t get over-excited over the complete solution – you can’t…
Sky+ Remote Record – set your box from anywhere in the world
Left the house and forgot to set the timer for your favourite TV show? If you've got a Sky+ box (including Sky HD), you can set your box to record programmes from your mobile phone with the Sky+ Remote…
LG adds coloured versions to its Chocolate Phone range
I’m guessing you’ve heard more than enough about LG’s stylish Chocolate Phone (also known as the KG 800) – but if you’re still in the dark about the fashionista’s favourite, check out our review. But before you rush down…
Sophos says consider buying a Mac
Security firm Sophos claims that threats to PCs with Microsoft Windows have increased so much that computer users should consider using a Mac. The statement comes after it found that the 10 most commonly found pieces of malicious software…
Review: Tesco Internet Phone
You might have seen the adverts on the TV – Tesco voice-over man explaining to Britain how this thing works, in a way that doesn’t scare off Mrs Brindle from Bridgeport. As often happens with technology, the breakthrough has…
The Meaning of Life, the Universe or just a load of Twaddle…
We are still not sure whether or not this web site is good or bad, or if it should be receive any publicity. It's a bit like one of those gibberish Spam emails trying to sell you dodgy pharmaceuticals…
Apples replace eMac with Intel-based iMac
Apple is now shipping an education-oriented version of its 17-inch Intel-based iMac – replacing the eMac, the company's last CRT-fitted all-in-one machine, which has been around since April 2002. The new iMac uses a 1.83GHz Core Duo processor with…
Tabbed Display For All Drives
Here's a crafty Propellerhead trick for those of you who want to be able to quickly review the status and amount of free space on all of your hard disc drives, including network and removable drives. Open My Computer…
