Samsung Teases New Galaxy Note Phone for Aug. 29 Debut

Samsung is teasing a new Note device for debut at an Aug. 29 event in Berlin. Image: Samsung

Samsung’s rumored Galaxy Note II smartphone may be getting closer to daylight. On Tuesday, the South Korean electronics maker released a YouTube teaser video of a new Note device and hints of an Aug. 29 announcement.

The 38-second clip features narration by German director Wim Wenders (known best for the film Wings of Desire), talking about creativity and inspiration, as the camera zooms in on Samsung’s S Pen stylus running over a phone display. It ends with a teaser for Samsung’s Aug. 29 Unpacked event at the the IFA consumer electronics show in Berlin.

If Samsung does launch a Note II smartphone in Germany, it may preempt the debut of Apple’s next iPhone, which is rumored to be set for Sept. 12. The latest product in Samsung’s Note lineup, the Note 10.1 tablet, went on sale in the United States on Aug. 15.

Samsung has tended to reserve the “Unpacked” label for events that mark the unveiling of major new devices, like the Galaxy Nexus and Galaxy S III smartphones. As for a new Note phone, speculation has so far centered on a new hardware design and a larger screen.

The first-generation Note features a stylus and  massive 5.3-inch screen, something we found to be too big for practical daily use one a phone. Despite being a dud with many critics, however, the Note caught on with consumers. Samsung has sold about 10 million Notes since launching the device last October.

Source: http://www.wired.com/gadgetlab/2012/08/samsung-galaxy-note-ii-teaser-video/

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Archos announces 101 XS tablet with built-in keyboard dock, arriving in November for $400

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Archos recently dropped a few hints about a Gen 10 tablet, and, just as promised, three weeks later the device is getting its official unveiling. Meet the Archos 101 XS, a 10-inch slate running Ice Cream Sandwich and a dual-core TI OMAP-4470 processor.

Staying true to the company's budget-friendly rep, the 101 XS will go for $400 when it drops in November, and that includes the tablet's main attraction: a keyboard dock that also acts as a cover to protect the 1,280 x 800 display. The so-called Coverboard attaches to the tablet's body magnetically, and there's a dock for securing the device when you want to type. The Coverboard sports a full QWERTY layout along with home, back and recently open buttons for navigating the Android OS. Speaking of which, Archos says the XS will be upgradeable to Jelly Bean in October. Other key specs include 16GB of internal storage, a 1.3-megapixel, 720p webcam and a 1.3-pound, 0.31-inch-thick design.

To complement its new slab, Archos has also announced several new docks and covers. The Boombox speaker dock will charge your 101 XS while you soak up 32 watts of music playback. If you'd prefer to hook it up to your existing system, the Cradle dock has audio-out ports alongside a pair of USB sockets that can be connected to portable hard drives -- and more music. A selection of pouches and sleeves will also be up for grabs for anyone who's willing to leave that Coverboard behind. Pricing info for these accessories is yet to come.

For more info, head past the break for the press release (and photos). We also have a full review of the 101 XS -- check it out here.

Jamie Rigg contributed to this report.

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O'Reilly helps Japan, offers entire e-book catalog for 50% off, today only

O'reilly make some of the best computer books in the world. They also sell them as DRM-free e-books in a bunch of formats, including PDFs and Mobi for Kindle.

They usually offer one "Deal of the Day", which is a 50% discount code for a book chosen for that one day. But just for for today, they've created a discount code -- DDJPN -- that gives you a 50% discount on their entire catalog, and they give a part of the proceeds to aid Japan relief efforts.

So far they've raised over $60,000, and the day is still young. So if you've been recently hankering after some nerdy book (or three), now would be a great time to grab one.

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AT&T suspends 2G in Oakland after cell towers step on police frequencies

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An $18 million dollar radio system purchased by the Oakland Police Department has been giving static instead of 10-30s in progress, and the interfering party has now been collared -- AT&T. Local officials and the FCC told the mobile network that its towers were blocking police communication, particularly when patrol cars were within a quarter-mile of one. However, some local pundits have said the problem is of the PD's own making, claiming it invested in an inferior system and didn't check carefully enough for interference before making the buy. As a result, AT&T has temporarily shut down 2G frequencies around the city -- giving the telecom giant an unplanned sneak preview of the upcoming phase-out.

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Even Shock Jocks Sound Sweet on this Vintage Shortwave Radio [Past Perfect]

Classic turntables may get all the glamour, but the shortwave radio deserves a place of prominence in the home of any audiophile. For a stylish way to surf the airwaves, try this stunning late 1950s Trans-World T-9, produced by Philco (that's the Philadelphia Storage Battery Company, for those who don't like to abbreviate). Beautiful chrome knobs handle tuning, tone, and band selection, and the package comes with a world map, logbook, and twelve pages of schematics. More »


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VMware adds Mozy to its cloud and virtualization empire

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Mozy is one of the most popular cloud backup services around, with more than one million users storing around 70 petabytes of data. Its popularity apparently put it on the acquisition radar of VMware -- which has now made Mozy part of its virtualization empire.

VMware's official blog post makes it clear that the company wasn't so much interested in Mozy as a consumer offering. Rather, it's the inner workings of Mozy which piqued VMware's curiosity. CTO Steve Herrod says, "Over the past 5 years, Mozy has built one of the best examples of a globally distributed, large-scale cloud offering." He adds that the move will allow VMware to "further ramp our own cloud-related learning and accelerate new IP, scale, and capabilities" of its existing offerings.

Existing Mozy customers don't need to worry, of course. VMware has pledged to continue running Mozy's service without interruption.

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Windows 8 wallpaper available to download, Jupiter and Twin UI spotted

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With Windows 8 milestone 3 now up for grabs for select Microsoft Connect partners, it's inevitable that leaked bits and pieces will start popping up around the Web. In fact, the first "official" wallpaper image from the still-brewing OS is already making the rounds.

As you can see, it's got a similar feel to the good ol' Windows 7 default background, but features a more subdued smattering of cerulean hues. Those of you who want to use the Windows 8 wallpaper on your current desktop can download it from our file dump.

A few other details have been revealed, too. According to ZDNet's source, the Windows 8 Jupiter libraries and Twin UI are starting to take shape -- though all that's been located thus far are "[various files] scattered throughout the OS" and the aptly-named twinui.dll.

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Keep stylish shopping and to-do lists with Lister for iPhone

Lister is stylish new list app for the iPhone. It offers a nice, clean interface for shopping and to-do lists that can be password protected on a per-list basis. You can also add pricing to shopping list items so that you can quickly see the total cost associated with each list.

Lister supports two different types of lists: shopping and to-do. With both types, you can assign a unique password to each list if you desire to. From the List View, you can quickly see all your lists, how many items are in each list, the date it was created, and for shopping lists, the total cost associated with them.

When creating a shopping list, you can assign each item to a category so that they are nicely organized in your list. You can also add amounts such as 3 pieces, 7 boxes, 3 jars, and 10 packets. If you want to keep track of the monetary value of the items on your list, Lister also lets you enter dollar amounts for the item you are adding and keeps a running total for you.

To-do lists in Lister feature a much more stripped down user interface so that you can quickly and easily add items to these lists. You just type in your list item or select it from the list of previously used entries and move on. When you complete a task, simply check it off.

So far, I really like Lister. It's a nice compromise between a fully-featured list app and a stripped-down-to-just-the-basics list app. It does not have a reminders feature, so if that's something you rely on, Lister is not for you. If you're looking for a stylish way to keep traditional shopping and to-do lists, however, then you may want to give Lister a look!

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Amazon's political reading map shows which way your neighbors are leaning

Amazons political reading map shows which way your neighbors readings are leaning

Religion, bathroom routines and politics are three things you should never, ever discuss at the dinner table. However, if you're curious about your neighbors' political reading habits, then you should check out Amazon's Election Heat Map. The bookseller rated the top 250 books with a "clear political bias," with each state's graphic turning red or blue depending on which tomes are selling the most. The company is clear to say that the results are more for the curious than a reflection on the result of the election, so if you fancy checking it out, head down to the source link.

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New iPad Smart Covers

new ipad smart coverAt the release of the iPad 2, Apple also brought out its Smart Cover product, which quickly became a favorite. Although the new iPad 3 is a little thicker through the middle than the iPad 2 (due to a bigger battery), it is still compatible with the previous Smart Covers that are currently for sale. This is excellent news as the Smart Cover not only protects the iPad screen from scratches and scrapes but is also functional and practical, and a stylish choice.

The Smart Cover uses magnets within the iPad to align it perfectly to the iPad. Third party cases can sometimes be a bit of a struggle to line up on the iPad – sometimes the case slips and the home button is not easily accessible, or it can be a struggle to fit the charger lead into the socket. So the magnetized Smart Cover is a welcome change.

The Smart Cover can automatically wake the device when the cover is opened, meaning users no longer need to hit the home button or power button to access the iPad. This is just a small and simple feature but incredibly useful.

The Smart Cover is also capable of supporting the iPad in a standing position so that you can easily view movies and videos. The cover simply folds behind the iPad to prop it up. This is also very useful for FaceTime and Skype sessions. The cover can also be folded at a different angle to prop up the unit to make typing easier. This can be especially helpful if you are composing a long email or document.

There are two material choices with the Smart Cover, and a whole range of colors to choose from. For bright vibrant colors, the obvious choice is the polyurethane cover, available in black, gray, pink, green and blue. There is also a traditional leather cover which comes in brown, black, gray, white and red. Both of the materials are lined with microfiber which works to remove smudges and fingermarks from the screen when the cover is closed, as well of course as keeping it safe from scratches.

No matter your personal preference in terms of color and material, the Smart Cover cannot be beaten on functionality and usefulness. Many cases for the iPad can be quite bulky and add a significant amount of weight and bulk to the device. However the Smart Cover is slim and sleek while still giving protection. In addition, the extra features make it a great and stylish choice for any new iPad owner, or a great gift choice for the iPad owner in your family!

Source: http://tabletbuzzblog.com/new-ipad-smart-covers/

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