Skype Drops Windows Mobile and Java Services

Skype has decided to drop its usage with Windows Mobile and Java phones. The download pages were deleted after it was determined that the limited country list for Skype Lite and overage of minutes usage made it more of a hindrance than a help. The Windows Mobile OS app was fairly unstable without a single mobile operating partner. Nokia will still have access to Skype for Symbian and some of the Java phones may as well.

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USB DisplayDock Hooks Up Wirelessly

Atlona Technology and Wisair have teamed to produce the USB DisplayDock. It connects your Macbook, Mac OS or Notebook PC to a monitor, keyboard, mouse and speakers and does so wirelessly. The plug and play device works at a range of up to 30 ft. with a resolution up to 1440×1050. The DisplayDock will be out soon with a price of $199.99.

Via Wisair

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Please Rob Me.com, Net Security Awareness

We thought that this was a joke site when we first heard about it, but Please Rob Me.com really exists. The site was built to draw attention to the fact that when Twitter, Buzz and other social site users give their location and time, this lets you know that their house may be empty. Basically, you can do the same with the Foursquare Twitter search page, but the lesson here is that you may want to watch what you tweet.

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Netgear Kits Stream with WiFi

Netgear has been busy designing two new WiFi devices that support Internet enabled TVs, Blu-ray players and set-top boxes. The High-Performance Wireless-N HD Home Theater Kit will stream HD into almost every room at a price of $79.00 when it becomes available in Q3. The Universal WiFi Internet Adapter for Home Theater Devices and Gaming Consoles streams via Ethernet and will also be available for $79.00 this May.

Via PR Newswire

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Samsung High End 3D Glasses

3D is obviously on its way and it didn't take Samsung long to come up with a pair of glasses to go with them. Unfortunately, these come at a huge $150.00 price and are compatible only with Samsung electronics. We know that as exciting as the new technology will be when it comes out, purchasing a $3,000.00 3D TV, Blu-ray player and glasses will cost a good chunk of change.

Via IT Pro Portal

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Plextor Unveils New SSDs

Plextor has released 2 new solid state drives for those who need the additional storage. The PX-64M1S is only 2.5" thick but has a capacity of 64GB. With a SATA II interface, it is low power and shock and vibration resistant. The drive has 110MB/s sequential read 65MB/s in sequential write, up to 4,200 random read IOPS and 1,200 random write IOPS. It carries a MSRP of $225.00 and comes packed with Acronis True Image with advanced features for backup and recovery.

The 128GB PX-128M1S SSD has the same technology and delivers it with 130MB/s sequential read, 70MB/s in sequential write, up to 4,300 random read IOPS and 1,800 random write IOPS. This one goes for $400.00.

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Blockbuster - Making Its Customers Pay For Its Failure

Instead of going more towards the Internet to beef up the ailing company, Blockbuster, in addition to closing hundreds of locations, has reinstated late fees. They cut rental time from 7 to 5 days and will charge a $1.00 fee for up to 10 late days. Yeah, that makes us want to get rid of our no late fee unlimited Netflix and sign right up.

Via Home Media Magazine

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TravelSound i80 Speaker Dock

Creative's TravelSound i80 Speaker Dock for iPod nano 3G is not only cheap inexpensive, it is a handy device for carrying your tunes along with you. It has 4 micro drivers, digital amp, tri-colored LED indicator and lasts about 15 hours before needing a recharge. The dock also has a USB port and wall charger for syncing your iPod and speaker.

Via Creative TravelSound i80 Speaker Dock

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Freakin' Friday! TiVo to Deliver Premiere

TiVo will finally be releasing two new DVRs that allow access to both TV and the Net. The Premiere displays both on its on-screen guide and can hold up to 45 hours of HD at a price of $299.99. Want more? The TiVo Premiere XL will cost you $499.99 but holds up to 150 hours of programming. Both require service subscriptions and will ship next month, but can be pre-ordered now.

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Sharp Cordless Phone/Digital Frame

Still using your landline? Sharp has combined their wireless JD-4C1CL Cordless Phone with a digital photo frame. The frame can show pix or be used as clock or calendar. A 4.3" touchscreen makes it super simple to use. The phone combo will be released in Japan in April and perhaps by the holiday season in the US.

Via Akihabara News

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Groovy iPod Dock Features Lava Lamp

Far out, dude. This iPod Dock includes a color changing lava lamp that bops to the music. The shiny black device is compatilble with all but the touch iPod with insert adapters and can be used with an MP3 player with included cable. A USB cable is also included in the $100.00 price.

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Sony Thinking 3D For Consumers

Sony is going all out in 3D. They have already come up with the HFC Comfort-3D and the HDC-F950 cameras, and now the company's Masashi Imamura, President of Personal Imaging and Sound, said that that they are already working on one for consumers. No specific date or price was mentioned but we expect them to be like most new technology, pricey until there is plenty of competition and a couple of generations.

Via Digital Photography Review

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Take a Dip With Soundwave MP3 Player

For water sports lovers, Marinemart has created the Freestyle Audio Soundwave, a waterproof MP3 Player that can handle up to 10 feet of water. With 2GB memory, it is also shockproof, and has EQ presets, FM tuner, MP3/WMA/WMA DRM file support and a pair of waterproof earbuds. The player retails for $89.99.

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Belkin G 4-Port Router

It's about time routers got smaller. The Belkin G Router offers a 54Mbps wireless bandwidth and is backwards compatible with 802.11b networks. Four 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports are built-in and it features 6 LEDs to let you know network status. At the small size of 10 x 8.2 x 2.5", it is still large enough for an apartment or small office.

Via Belkin Routers

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Raremono Radio Doubles As Shortwave

Thanko's Raremono Radio not only plays AM/FM stations, it picks up shortwave signals as well. Attachable by USB, it is compatible with Windows Vista and XP. Accompanying software lets you record audio and the device comes with a stand, antenna and USB cable at a price of $79.00.

Via Audio Cubes

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