Apple issues major Final Cut Pro X update with multicam editing and more

. Apple on Tuesday announced a major update to its Final Cut Pro X video editing software. The company added “multicam editing that automatically syncs up to 64 angles of video and photos; advanced chroma keying for handling complex adjustments right in the app; and enhanced XML for a richer interchange with third party apps and plug-ins that support the fast growing Final Cut Pro X ecosystem.” The Final Cut Pro v10.0.3 update is available now and is free for all existing Final Cut Pro X users. New users can purchase the software from Apple's Mac App Store for $299.99 after a 30-day free trial.

Boy Genius Report, Apple issues major Final Cut Pro X update with multicam editing and more

BlackBerry London shows up again with fresher design

. We first saw the BlackBerry London make it way onto the internet a few months back, though I reported that the version that would come to market would look a bit different, and not so Porsche Design look and feel.

Boy Genius Report, BlackBerry London shows up again with fresher design

AT&T's Galaxy Note will be featured in Samsung's first Super Bowl commercial

Samsung has announced that its Galaxy Note Android handset (which should be launched by AT&T on February 19) will be the star in the company's first-ever Super Bowl ad. Directed by Bobby Farrelly, who is known for comedy films like "Dumb and Dumber" and "There's something about Mary", the ad that promotes the Galaxy Note "will air during the 4th quarter of Super Bowl XLVI on February 5th." The commercial will use footage shot with the Note's HD (1080p) rear camera.

Unwired View, AT&T's Galaxy Note will be featured in Samsung's first Super Bowl commercial

Apple taking NFC payments mainstream with iPhone 5

. Ed McLaughlin, MasterCard's head of emerging payments, sat down with Austin Carr of Fast Company to discuss the future of credit cards. “We're rapidly moving to a world beyond plastic,” said McLaughlin. “In many ways, plastic is just convenient packaging.” The future of on-the-go payments may lie in the hands of near-field communication but unfortunately, adoption and availability have been extremely slow and limited. While NFC technology has been featured in a number of Android devices, MasterCard seems to think it won't go mainstream until an iPhone is equipped with the mobile payment solution.

Boy Genius Report, Apple taking NFC payments mainstream with iPhone 5

Square mobile readers arrive at T-Mobile retail stores

Square's range of mobile readers are making their way towards a bunch of T-Mobile retail locations, which incidentally, would make them in time for campaign season, for folks who are interested in politics (and that would mean a huge number of people, of course). Just what the heck is a Square mobile reader. Well, this is a smartphone accessory that has a built-in card reader, and you are able to plug it into the headphone jack of most iPhones, iPads and Android devices.

Ubergizmo, Square mobile readers arrive at T-Mobile retail stores

Apple hires former Dixons CEO John Browett as Senior VP of Retail

. Apple has hired Dixons Retail chief executive officer John Browett to run its retail business as senior VP of retail. Browett will assume his new position in April and will be responsible for Apple's retail strategy and on expanding Apple's presence around the globe. "Our retail stores are all about customer service, and John shares that commitment like no one else we've met," said Tim Cook, Apple's CEO. "We are thrilled to have him join our team and bring his incredible retail experience to Apple." Browett has been the CEO of Dixons Retail since 2007 and has also served as the CEO of Tesco.

Boy Genius Report, Apple hires former Dixons CEO John Browett as Senior VP of Retail

Galaxy Nexus benchmarked with possible OMAP4470, may get a decent upgrade in the graphic

This one is certainly far from confirmed, but it seems that there is a new model of Galaxy Nexus being tested in the wild which may have a fancy new updated CPU. At least, that's what some new benchmarks would have you believe. The benchmarks come from NenaMark, which is a benchmarking app available in the Android Market. As you can see in the device log, there are a number of Galaxy Nexus devices listed, and most are quite obviously the standard Nexus although most have custom kernels and overclocked CPUs. The standout is the device at the top, which is the only one listed as having the PowerVR SGX 544 GPU.

2DayBlog.com, Galaxy Nexus benchmarked with possible OMAP4470, may get a decent upgrade in the graphic

U.S. chief technology officer Aneesh Chopra to step down

. Aneesh Chopra will step down from his position as the United States chief technology officer. The move is expected to be imminent and, while it's unclear what Chopra's next step will be, Fedscoop says sources have speculated Chopra is interested in running for political office or working as the head of a major technology firm in the Washington, D.C. area. Chopra was appointed U.S. CTO in April 2009 by President Obama.

Boy Genius Report, U.S. chief technology officer Aneesh Chopra to step down

Canadian teens sends Legonaut to space

The Space Shuttle program might have been scrapped, but that does not mean no one should not have a go at heading towards space. Two 17-year old schoolboys, Mathew Ho and Asad Muhammad have managed to send a Legonaut – which is actually one of those classic Lego minifigs, out to the edge of space without having to break the bank or dip into their college account.

Ubergizmo, Canadian teens sends Legonaut to space

OWC Aura Pro Express 6G adds more storage and speed to the MacBook Air

One of the drawbacks to the MacBook Air would be its lack of storage capacity. However the lack of storage is made up for through the use of SSDs which allow for quicker read/write speeds, which ultimately results in speedy boot/resume times. However if you feel that your MacBook Air still lacks storage but you'd rather not resort to an external hard drive, OWC might have the answer for you in the form of their new OWC Aura Pro Express 6G 480GB SSD. According to the company, not only will the Aura Express 6G provide up to 8x more storage capacity, but supposedly will offer up 3x faster performance as well.

Ubergizmo, OWC Aura Pro Express 6G adds more storage and speed to the MacBook Air

Blizzard makes even more changes to Diablo 3

After announcing a long list of changes that were made in Diablo 3, Blizzard has announced that a few more additional changes are in order. The team stated on Friday that both the Scroll of Companion and the Scroll of Reforging will be removed because they “weren't good enough” for the upcoming PC game in its current state. “The companion pets felt like they were mandatory to maximize play efficiency and some of the pets were too cutesy for the gritty, dark world of Sanctuary,” wrote the community manager.

2DayBlog.com, Blizzard makes even more changes to Diablo 3

Toyota returns to Super Bowl with 'It's Reinvented!' Camry commercial

You know those Toyota commercials that we never get, the ones aired in distant lands like Australia and Brazil and that are, oh, interesting. We're finally getting one. Toyota is returning to Super Bowl advertising after a three-year hiatus with a 30-second version of this longer-form 60-second spot for the 2012 Camry, and we think it's amusing enough to be worthy of The Big Game. This is a continuation of the reinvention theme introduced in the first 2012 Camry ad last year, and this commercial adds some comedy, a welcome change from Toyota's typically sober marketing campaigns.



Autoblog, Toyota returns to Super Bowl with 'It's Reinvented!' Camry commercial

Idolian IdolPad tablet

No matter how high end you make a particular device, there will always be a market for the masses who tread between value and performance. After all, the rich will always have their own playthings, while most of us who live from month to month are always on the lookout for something that gives the best bang for the buck. The Idolian IdolPad tablet is one such device that has joined the masses of Android-powered devices that allow you to play Angry Birds on the go without missing a beat.

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Production Aston Martin V12 Zagato headed for Kuwait reveal

A howling red prototype of the Aston Martin's V12 Zagato made the international rounds last year, and now the first production example is headed for a Middle East reveal at the Kuwait Concours d' Elegance (running February 15-18). Only 150 of the super-exclusive Astons will be made for worldwide consumption. Aston Martin hasn't released any new photos so we don't know how the 510-horsepower, £330,000 (that's $550,000 U.S., before taxes), aluminum-and-carbon-bodied coupe will differ from its progenitor.

Autoblog, Production Aston Martin V12 Zagato headed for Kuwait reveal

Deal Alert: Samsung Epic 4G Touch Now Only $80 On Amazon Wireless

Amazon Wireless has just dropped the price of both the black and white versions of the Samsung Epic 4G Touch Galaxy S II on Sprint. Arguably the best handset on the carrier, the black Epic 4G Touch is actually being offered for slightly less than its pale sibling, coming in at only $80 for new customers. If you're looking to add a line the device goes up to $100 and for customers looking to upgrade, the device can be had for $150. Pretty much the same goes for the white version except that whether you're a new customer or looking to add a line, the device will still run you $100.


Android Phone, Deal Alert: Samsung Epic 4G Touch Now Only $80 On Amazon Wireless

Samsung WiFi Video Baby Monitor

Samsung Techwin America has recently introduced the Wi-Fi Video Baby Monitor. It is an easy to use IP-based camera that features an effortless one-touch button that will automatically pair the device to a wireless home network in under 30 seconds. The Wiâ€'Fi Video Baby Monitor can be placed just about anywhere. It also has a swiveling bracket that enables parents to mount the device to a wall. What's more, Samsung has included non-visible infrared LEDs which will allow parents to view their children in complete the dark. The Samsung Wi-Fi Video Baby Monitor will be available March 2012 for $149.

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Vodafone UK Releases BlackBerry Bold 9790

Vodafone UK has finally released the BlackBerry Bold 9790. The smartphone is available for free with 24 month contract that starts at £31 per month. Powered by the BlackBerry 7 OS, the BlackBerry Bold 9790 features a 1GHz processor, a 2.44-inch touchscreen display with a resolution of 360 x 480 pixels, a QWERTY keyboard, an 8GB of internal storage space, NFC support, a microSD card slot (up to 32GB) and a 5-megapixel rear-facing camera.

TechFresh, Vodafone UK Releases BlackBerry Bold 9790

Will we see a re-envisioned Lumigon T1 at Mobile World Congress?

Lumigon first announced their Lumigon T1 smartphone at Mobile World Congress way back in February of 2010. The company will be back at MWC this year, this time showing off…the Lumigon T1. If you aren't familiar with the device, it was one of a set of handsets initially unveiled by the mobile hardware startup. Plans for S1 and E1 designs were abandoned as Lumigon focused its efforts on their flagship device, which was promised to launch by the end of 2010. After throwing an unveiling party for the T1 the handset never managed to surface.

Android Phone, Will we see a re-envisioned Lumigon T1 at Mobile World Congress?

Sony Xperia S features anti-stain shell, fast charging battery

Announced a few weeks ago at CES as the first Sony smartphone, the Xperia S could become available before the end of this month (at least in the UK). What you may not know about the new handset (because it wasn't included in the press release announcing it) is that it features an anti-stain shell - this was unveiled last week by SE on Facebook. Swiss website PocketPC.ch quotes Sony Ericsson's Product Manager for Germany, Austria, Switzerland and the Netherlands, confirming the anti-stain shell (it's a nano-coating actually).

Unwired View, Sony Xperia S features anti-stain shell, fast charging battery

Microsoft looks at Kinect laptop

Microsoft's involvement in the motion controlled gaming market comes in the form of the Kinect, and they intend to bring things up another notch with the Kinect laptop. The Daily in the UK managed to take a gander at a couple of prototype devices from ASUS which are powered by the Windows 8 operating system, boasting Kinect sensors that are located at the top of the display, while a set of LEDs will run along the bottom, although it will be nothing quite like KITT from Knight Rider.

Ubergizmo, Microsoft looks at Kinect laptop

LG Optimus Pad now free at Rogers (with contract)

Following a previous (but not as steep) price drop in June of last year, the LG Optimus Pad is now free if you sign a new contract with Rogers. The nice thing is that this isn't limited to three-year contracts (as great deals usually are in Canada) – you can also get the 3D tablet for free with a two-year service agreement. That's not something that happens often, and perhaps it may just convince some that free is the best price after all.
The LG Optimus Pad is in a class of its own in the Android tablet space with its dual cameras which enable 3D photo and video shooting.

Unwired View, LG Optimus Pad now free at Rogers (with contract)

EA has new games for Nokia Lumia platform

EA wants to “challenge everything” in the world of gaming, and the company has clearly set their sights on the Windows Phone platform in the immediate future.

Ubergizmo, EA has new games for Nokia Lumia platform

Spotify surpasses 3 million paid subscribers

. Spotify said Thursday that it now serves more than 3 million active paid subscribers per month, up from the 2.5 million subscribers it was serving in November. More than 20% of its active users pay for premium monthly access, the Financial Times said, which allows users to listen to an unlimited songs without ads or use Spotify on a smartphone. "We have achieved some pretty great results in terms of the ratio of paid users," Spotify's chief content officer and US managing director, Ken Parks said in an interview with the Financial Times. "We have an enormous internal effort to drive conversion and engagement with the service.

Boy Genius Report, Spotify surpasses 3 million paid subscribers

Brothers make tribute video for mom who died when Explorer rolled

It is with mixed emotions that we share this particular video, which stars two young boys who lost their mother, Nicole Miller, in 2004 after the Ford Explorer she was riding in blew a tire and rolled, causing her fatal injuries. A sad story indeed, and we're quite certain everyone involved wishes that Mrs. Miller were still alive and that her boys would not have had a reason compelling them to make the tribute video in the first place.



Autoblog, Brothers make tribute video for mom who died when Explorer rolled

HighScore House encourages kids to do house chores

The carrot or the stick – which kind of motivation do you see yourself using when your kids are old enough to help out around the home with the myriad of chores. Many people say (and can testify) that the carrot works far more effectively than the stick, and since the digital age allows devices or apps to assist us in previously unimaginable ways, HighScore House could very well be the tool used by parents to encourage their progeny to do their chores.

Ubergizmo, HighScore House encourages kids to do house chores

Suzuki shows slushy Super Bowl commercial in advance

You won't have to wait until February 5 to see the new Suzuki Super Bowl commercial, as it's hit the automaker's YouTube channel in advance. Featuring an Eskimo who trades in his sled on an all-wheel-drive Kizashi, it's fun and decidedly more upbeat than last year's marauding snowmen. Still, we kind of prefer the snowmen, which were more unconventional than the Eskimo ad's predictable plot. This year's ad also embraces two of the major Super Bowl ad tropes of recent years: adorable dogs and bickering couples.



Autoblog, Suzuki shows slushy Super Bowl commercial in advance

Nintendo Wii U will see a end of year launch in time for the holiday season

For those who have been looking forward to getting their hands on the Nintendo Wii U, the good news is that Nintendo's president, Satoru Iwata has revealed that the company's next-gen console, the Wii U, will be seeing a launch in the US, Europe, Australia and Japan in time for the crucial shopping season at the end of the year. What this means is that if a Nintendo Wii U was what you really wanted, perhaps it's time to add it to your Christmas wish list.

Ubergizmo, Nintendo Wii U will see a end of year launch in time for the holiday season

Pentax Optio VS20 camera features a vertical shutter release button

Photographs can be taken in either a landscape or portrait orientation, but unfortunately most cameras have been designed with its shutter release button placed in a landscape position, which sometimes makes taking a portrait orientated photo slightly awkward. Now we know it's not really a big deal but Pentax has decided to address that particular "concern" with their new Optio VS20 point and shoot camera which features a vertical shutter release button.

Ubergizmo, Pentax Optio VS20 camera features a vertical shutter release button

Launch of AdminStudio Suite 11 Provides Support for Cloud Migration, User Centric Deployment Models & Software Asset Management Programs

Support announced for Microsoft Private Cloud migrations and desktop transformation initiatives via Microsoft System Center 2012 Configuration Manager Maidenhead, UK - January 26, 2012 - Flexera Software, the leading provider of Application Usage Management solutions for application producers and enterprises, announced today the release of AdminStudio Suite 11, the market-leading solution powering enterprises' Application Readiness processes for migrations to Windows 7, application and desktop virtualisation, and day-to-day application packaging operations.

Press Release Distribution, Launch of AdminStudio Suite 11 Provides Support for Cloud Migration, User Centric Deployment Models & Software Asset Management Programs

Novatiq's new SCORP robot appears to be ideal for scouting and surveillance work

It looks like the military/law enforcement agencies might have just gotten a new helping hand when it comes to conducting scouting and/or surveillance missions, thanks to Novatiq who recently unveiled their latest Micro Unmanned Ground vehicle based on their SCORP platform. According to the privately owned Swiss company, this new robot was designed to be both small and lightweight enough to be put into a backpack for use in scouting and surveillance work. In terms of its specifications and dimensions, the new SCORP robot measures in at 34cm (13") long, 27cm (10") wide, and 12cm (4.7") high with a weight of a mere 3.5kg (7.7 pounds).




Ubergizmo, Novatiq's new SCORP robot appears to be ideal for scouting and surveillance work

Apple sells record 1.4 million Apple TVs in Q4; 85 million users now on iCloud

. During the company's earnings call on Tuesday, Apple CEO Tim Cook revealed that Apple TV is “doing extremely well.” The Cupertino-based company sold a record 1.4 million units in the December quarter, though Cook says the product is still just a hobby. “We still classify this as a hobby, but we continue to add things to it,” he said. “I couldn't live without it. We think it's a fantastic product and we continue to pull strings and see where we can take it.” Cook also revealed that the company's iCloud service now has 85 million users.

Boy Genius Report, Apple sells record 1.4 million Apple TVs in Q4; 85 million users now on iCloud

Panasonic Let's Note B10 15.6-Inch Notebook

Panasonic is preparing to drop another 15.6-inch notebook in Japan called the Let's Note B10. The system will feature a 15.6-inch 1920 x 1080 Full HD display, a 2.20GHz Intel Core i7-2675QM vPro processor, an Intel QM67 Express Chipset, a 4GB DDR3 RAM, a 640GB hard drive, a DVD Super Multi Drive and run on Windows 7 Professional 64-bit (SP1) OS. The Let's Note B10 will hit Japan on February 24th for around 175,000 Yen (about $2,252).

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Zevia Stevia Sweetened Zero Calorie Soda Review

I'm addicted to Diet Coke. I don't drink gallons a day or anything like that (spoken like a true addict…), but I do drink a 20 oz. bottle almost every day with my lunch. That probably doesn't sound like a lot, but I can tell when I've been drinking it too many days in a row because my joints will start aching from the Aspartame sweetener. My partner Jeanne has the same issue with Aspartame and Splenda as well. We are also big tea drinkers in our house; a few years ago we switched from using Splenda to Stevia. Unlike Aspartame, Splenda, Sweetnlow and similar sweeteners, Stevia is natural.



The Gadgeteer, Zevia Stevia Sweetened Zero Calorie Soda Review

Virgin Media suffers three hour outage days after announcing super-fast broadband

Less than a week after announcing it would double customers broadband speeds nationwide, Virgin Media suffered a nationwide blackout that sent the network dark for most of Tuesday evening. At 5:00, the service dropped after router hardware decided it couldn't go on streaming the same episode of The Jeremy Kyle Show to the nation. The company admitted to the fault and service was restored by 8:00pm.

2DayBlog.com, Virgin Media suffers three hour outage days after announcing super-fast broadband

Motorola RAZR Ice Cream Sandwich shown off

The latest version of Android, Ice Cream Sandwich, was recently leaked for the GSM Motorola RAZR (DROID RAZR in the US) and for those of you who aren't adventurous enough to install the update on your phone or don't have the phone to try it out - you're in luck. We've got some screenshots showing off how the RAZR looks like with Ice Cream Sandwich onboard. In case you were wondering - you won't be receiving the stock ICS experience, as evident by different icons present. The camera app has changed and so has the lock screen. The current build seems to be unfinished, so a lot more changes are expected, but this is what's available for now.

Ubergizmo, Motorola RAZR Ice Cream Sandwich shown off

SNK Neo Geo Retro Handheld Console Leaked

This new gadget is sort of a surprise. Japanese game blog Famicon Plaza reports that video game maker SNK will come up with a new portable handheld console. Banking on a market of nostalgic gamers, the Neo Geo comes pre-loaded with 20 of SNK's classic arcade games such as Metal Slug and King of Fighters ‘94 in its 2GB internal memory.

Gadget.com, SNK Neo Geo Retro Handheld Console Leaked

Circuit of the Americas opens waitlist for United States Grand Prix tickets

Just under 300 days separate us from the return of the United States Grand Prix. At least that's the idea, now that construction has resumed on the troubled Circuit of the Americas on the outskirts of Austin, Texas. But an encouraging sign is that race organizers have started gearing up to sell tickets. While seats haven't exactly been put up for sale just yet, organizers are now populating a wait list for premium seats.

Autoblog, Circuit of the Americas opens waitlist for United States Grand Prix tickets

Nokia announces sale of its 1.5 billionth S40 handset

. Nokia announced on Wednesday that it has officially sold its 1.5 billionth S40-powered cell phone since the first S40 device - the Nokia 7110 - was released in 1999. A 21-year old Brazilian woman made the historic purchase in São Paulo, the company said, noting that the woman purchased a Nokia Asha 303 from a Magazine Luiza store. “We are incredibly proud to reach this milestone,” said Mary McDowell, Executive Vice President for Mobile Phones at Nokia. “Having 1.5 billion Series 40 devices sold is a hard-to-reach mark, let alone one attainable in a single line of products.

Boy Genius Report, Nokia announces sale of its 1.5 billionth S40 handset

Daimler planning to open new plant in North America

Size still matters, but the quest to be number one is also getting more headlines. Mercedes-Benz is the latest to stake its future on taking the top slot, with CEO Dieter Zetsche aiming to be the world's largest premium maker by 2020. The specific number is 2.7 million vehicles sold that year, which represents an astronomical jump from 2011 sales of 1.26 million vehicles. To home in on that target, Mercedes intends to build factories in China and in North America – either Mexico or the U.S. – with the North American factory coming online by 2018, according to a report in Auto News.

Autoblog, Daimler planning to open new plant in North America

Kaspersky Lab Named a "Leader" in Magic Quadrant for Endpoint Protection Platforms

Abingdon, UK, 25 January 2012 - Kaspersky Lab, a leading developer of secure content and threat management solutions, has today announced that it has officially been named a "Leader" in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Endpoint Protection Platforms.*The Gartner Magic Quadrant is based on complex analysis of endpoint protection platforms of a wide range of IT security vendors. It is the most influential benchmark for companies seeking to evaluate vendors and products in the IT security industry, and plays a very important role in purchase decisions of enterprises on a global scale.

Press Release Distribution, Kaspersky Lab Named a "Leader" in Magic Quadrant for Endpoint Protection Platforms

GoGrid Opens European Operations in Amsterdam

Cloud Infrastructure Leader Continues Rapid Global ExpansionSan Francisco, Calif - January 25, 2012 - GoGrid, a leading cloud infrastructure company, today announced that it has established its EMEA Headquarters, GoGrid AMS BV, and a new data center in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, to provide fully integrated, on-demand cloud infrastructure services around the globe. Uniquely architected for seamless, scalable, worldwide customer infrastructure deployments, GoGrid leverages a common architectural footprint that ensures consistent functionality and performance across all regions.

Press Release Distribution, GoGrid Opens European Operations in Amsterdam

RIM may launch two BlackBerry OS 10 phones this year, alongside new PlayBook and two Curve handsets

A week ago we brought you some information about RIM's purported roadmap for this year. It included two PlayBook tablets (a 7-incher and a 10-incher as well later on), a BlackBerry OS 10 phone, and two Curve handsets. Some of that information has been confirmed today through another rumored roadmap uncovered thanks to BGR‘s sources.

Unwired View, RIM may launch two BlackBerry OS 10 phones this year, alongside new PlayBook and two Curve handsets

Toyota reveals TS030 Hybrid endurance prototype

The Lord giveth, and the Lord taketh away. So, apparently, do the world's automakers. At least, that is, when it comes to Le Mans. Case in point: the new Toyota TS030 Hybrid, the Le Mans prototype that the Japanese automaker has just revealed, mere days after Peugeot announced its departure from the endurance racing scene.
Shorthand for the third Toyota Sport prototype – following the TS010 and TS020 that challenged Le Mans in the '90s – the TS030 is the first LMP1 to employ a hybrid drivetrain.


Autoblog, Toyota reveals TS030 Hybrid endurance prototype

Boxee Live TV tuner to ship this week

. Boxee will begin shipping its new Boxee Live TV tuners this week according to a post on the company's blog. The new device is a dongle that provides Boxee Box owners with the ability to watch local broadcast TV stations. The Boxee Box accessory costs just $49.99 and it is likely best for those who have turned to Boxee to replace their cable television subscription, not those who are using it as a supplement.

Boy Genius Report, Boxee Live TV tuner to ship this week

GammaTech RT10C rugged tablet launched

Looking for another rugged tablet to complement your daily life or working habits. GammaTech has added yet another device to its lineup of rugged Windows tablets. Called the RT10C, it features a 10.2" touchscreen (1024 x 600) display, an Intel Core i7-620UE mobile processor with integrated HD graphics, two USB 2.0 ports, an Ethernet port, PCMCIA slot, two mini card slots, CompactFlash slot, a VGA port, Serial port, WiFi, and Bluetooth. Users can also choose between Windows embedded standard 2009, Windows 7 or Windows 7 Pro embedded operating systems.

Ubergizmo, GammaTech RT10C rugged tablet launched

How Volkswagen came up with its 'Bark Side' Star Wars dog ad

Volkswagen has once again proven itself capable of crafting some seriously clever advertising, and with the Super Bowl quickly approaching, all eyes have turned to the automaker to see what the company has in store this year. In order to stoke even more interest, Volkswagen has released what it calls an ad for an ad in its "The Bark Side" spot. According to Automotive News, Volkswagen wanted to get fans excited about its spot for the Super Bowl and set about casting 12 dogs. The production team specifically chose the pups based on their resemblance to certain Star Wars characters instead of their vocal ability.



Autoblog, How Volkswagen came up with its 'Bark Side' Star Wars dog ad