Video, Software Enhancements Mark Cisco Conference
At its recent C-Scape analyst conference, Cisco opened the lid on new products it is developing to improve video technology, software and its VPN client.
No Hands Needed
"Look, Ma, no hands"was one of the cell-phone themes at January's Consumer Electronics Show, and Finnish company Iqua showed several innovative designs that can free callers from gripping handsets.
Yahoo Settles with Icahn; Is Microsoft Deal Dead?
The Internet company has reached an agreement with billionaire investor Carl Icahn whereby Icahn will abandon his proxy contest for Yahoo in exchange for a seat on the company's board and two board members of his choice.
Microsoft Removes WGA 'Phone Home' Component
Microsoft ships an updated version of the Windows Genuine Advantage tool with a major modification and a new EULA.
Survey: Cell Phone Penny Pinching Is Here
The recession has prompted consumers to re-think their cell phone plans, whether it is ditching contracts for pre-paid options, cutting back on extras like Internet service and texting, or cutting mobile phone service entirely, according to a Thursday report.
EU Examines Next-Gen DVD Practices
The European Commission has expanded an informal probe into whether the licensing strategies of two rival groups of DVD developers are anti-competitive by seeking information from film studios, the EU executive said.
PC Tools' Security Software Adds ThreatFire
PC Tools said Monday that it had begun shipping the 2009 versions of its security suite and desktop tools. In addition to the expected improvements in detection, both the Internet Security 2009 suite and Spyware Doctor 6 include "Behavior Guard," a fancy name for the ThreatFire behavioral technology PC Tools previously offered as a standalone product.
Phoenix, CyberLink Team on Virtual Media Player
Phoenix Technologies, which developed the HyperSpace parallel OS platform earlier this year, has partnered with CyberLink to develop a version of the company's DVD player that exists alongside Windows.
Microsoft Xbox 360 to Download HD Movies, TV Shows
In a move that will continue to let Microsoft compare themselves to the iTunes music store, Microsoft announced that hi-def movies and television programs would be available on the (U.S.-based) Xbox Live Marketplace on November 22.
Corsair Debuts 90 Percent Efficient Power Supplies
Corsair just struck a new blow in the battle against wasted energy, unleashing a pair of power supplies that boast a 90 percent efficiency rating.
