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Computers close to reading minds

Computers close to reading minds

Scientists using powerful computational modelling are close to finding out how specific thoughts activate human brains, according to research published today in Science..
Robert Jaques Jun 4 2008 1:57PM Hardware
Acer unveils Aspire One 'netbook'

Acer unveils Aspire One 'netbook'

Acer has announced an ultra-mobile PC which it calls a 'netbook' rather than a laptop in an attempt to revive flagging sales in the computer market..
Iain Thomson Jun 4 2008 1:57PM Hardware
Global processor shipments slow in Q1

Global processor shipments slow in Q1

Worldwide PC microprocessor shipments "slowed notably" in the first quarter of 2008, new analysis reveals..
Robert Jaques Jun 4 2008 7:46AM Hardware
ARM plans multi-core graphics for mobiles

ARM plans multi-core graphics for mobiles

Chip designer ARM will today unveil a multi-core graphics chip aimed at boosting the display performance of future phone handsets and other devices, bringing them closer to the capabilities available in desktop computers.
Daniel Robinson Jun 3 2008 4:26PM Hardware
Microsoft submits scanner protocol to IEEE

Microsoft submits scanner protocol to IEEE

Microsoft has contributed its Web services protocol specification for consumer scanning peripherals to the Printer Working Group (PWG) of the IEEE industry standards body..
Clement James Jun 3 2008 7:20AM Hardware
German scientists develop bionic eye

German scientists develop bionic eye

German researchers today reported that a 12-year project to develop a wireless implant that can restore vision to the blind has been successful..
Robert Jaques Jun 3 2008 7:20AM Hardware
Robotics handbook explores past, present and future

Robotics handbook explores past, present and future

The dream to create machines that are skilled and intelligent is now becoming part of our world’s striking reality, according to robotics expert Bruno Siciliano.
Liz Tay Jun 2 2008 1:50PM Hardware
Toshiba unveils another Blu-ray 'killer'

Toshiba unveils another Blu-ray 'killer'

Toshiba is working on an extension to the DVD format which will offer video quality comparable to that produced by Blu-ray and HD-DVD discs, according to Japanese media reports..
Simon Burns Jun 2 2008 7:59AM Hardware
Via Nano takes on Intel Atom

Via Nano takes on Intel Atom

Chip maker Via has launched the latest range of processors based on its Isaiah architecture.or range based on Isaiah architecture.
Staff Writers Jun 2 2008 7:59AM Hardware
HP launches 2 servers-in-1 blade

HP launches 2 servers-in-1 blade

HP has announced what it says is the world's first two-in-one server blade, the HP ProLiant BL2x220c G5, offering enterprises improved performance, while requiring less floor space, and lower power consumption.
Dave Bailey May 31 2008 4:33PM Hardware
Intel and Micron double SSD density

Intel and Micron double SSD density

Chip giants Intel and Micron Technology claim to have created the industry's first sub-40nm Nand memory device.
Clement James May 31 2008 4:29PM Hardware
Corsair touts 4GB Dominator DDR3 memory

Corsair touts 4GB Dominator DDR3 memory

Memory manufacturer Corsair has promised to introduce a 4GB DDR3 memory kit next month.
Clement James May 31 2008 4:29PM Hardware
Asus laptops to offer 'instant-on' Linux

Asus laptops to offer 'instant-on' Linux

An 'instant-on' version of Linux from US-based firm DeviceVM will soon appear on Asus laptops alongside Windows Vista..
Guy Dixon May 31 2008 4:29PM Hardware
Dell confirms cut-price 'netbook' plans

Dell confirms cut-price 'netbook' plans

Dell has thrown down the 'netbook' gauntlet to Asus, MSI and HP after confirming plans for a cut-price mini-notebook on the company's blog..
Guy Dixon May 31 2008 4:29PM Hardware
Mobiles showing strong sales growth

Mobiles showing strong sales growth

Global mobile phone sales are showing strong growth, according to figures from Gartner..
Iain Thomson May 30 2008 2:09PM Hardware
Boffins toy with carbon nano-ribbons

Boffins toy with carbon nano-ribbons

Chemists at Stanford University have developed a new way to make transistors out of carbon nano-ribbons, which could be used to make cooler and faster computer chips..
Staff Writers May 30 2008 2:09PM Hardware
Boffins find 'new class of superconductor'

Boffins find 'new class of superconductor'

US researchers believe that they have discovered an entirely new kind of superconductor..
Robert Jaques May 30 2008 7:47AM Hardware
3K introduces US$299 ultra-portable laptop

3K introduces US$299 ultra-portable laptop

Competition in the ultra mobile PC space is heating up with the introduction of a US$299 device from US custom computer manufacturer 3K Computers..
Clement James May 30 2008 7:47AM Hardware
Dell guilty of fraud and false advertising

Dell guilty of fraud and false advertising

A court in New York has found Dell guilty of false advertising and fraud..
Iain Thomson May 30 2008 7:47AM Hardware
Crazy Johns pays with TNS

Crazy Johns pays with TNS

Crazy John’s has chosen Transaction Network Services to provide secure card payments across its various business operations.
Lilia Guan May 29 2008 4:06PM Hardware

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