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Right, so Voodoo’s succulent Envy 133 looks a lot better in high-res images than in some highly compressed, artifact-laden YouTube clip, but that’s what your imagination is there for. For those still waiting for their freshly shipped machine to hit the doorstep, hop on past the break for an unboxing sure to make you even more impatient. Or just restrain yourself and experience it first-hand in a few days. Totally your call.

[Thanks, Bernt]

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Original post by Darren Murph

Filed under: Laptops

Freshfaced AMD CEO Dirk Meyer hyped the firm’s upcoming Atom-challenging processor the other day, calling it “Bobcat,” and promising a November reveal. We’d think he’d be the guy to know, but now we’re hearing seemingly conflicting words from AMD’s Chief Marketing Officer, Nigel Dessau. Dessau says AMD is “watching… rather than playing” to see what becomes of the netbook segment. As Ars Technica points out, Dirk Meyer was only promising to announce a chip in November, not release one, so perhaps both of these statements are in step with each other, or maybe they′re just thinking of different processor applications altogether, but for a company that’s lacked a clear focus and a true Intel killer for the past couple of years, this sort of potential doublethink isn′t helping anything.

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Original post by Paul Miller

Filed under: Laptops

Freshfaced AMD CEO Dirk Meyer hyped the firm’s upcoming Atom-challenging processor the other day, calling it “Bobcat,” and promising a November reveal. We’d think he’d be the guy to know, but now we’re hearing seemingly conflicting words from AMD’s Chief Marketing Officer, Nigel Dessau. Dessau says AMD is “watching… rather than playing” to see what becomes of the netbook segment. As Ars Technica points out, Dirk Meyer was only promising to announce a chip in November, not release one, so perhaps both of these statements are in step with each other, or maybe they’re just thinking of different processor applications altogether, but for a company that’s lacked a clear focus and a true Intel killer for the past couple of years, this sort of potential doublethink isn’t helping anything.

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Original post by Paul Miller

Filed under: Misc. Gadgets

And you thought using the HIPerSpace wall for GTA IV was overkill. Marksman Training Systems’ ST-2 shooting simulator is touted as the “first simulator for shotgun and rifle shooting designed specifically for demanding users such as shooting instructors,” and considering that the Russian and Slovakian national clay shooting teams have practiced on this very system in preparation for the Beijing Olympics, we’ll be seeing just how effective it is here soon. Furthermore, this system allows hunters / huntresses to use their preferred weapon (via an attachable sensor) rather than some proprietary pistol, and the advanced diagnostics screen ensures that you know exactly why you missed that digital fowl. Looks like you’ll have to inquire directly about pricing, but seriously, you don′t want this taking the place of your home cinema… or do you?

[Via CrunchGear]

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Original post by Darren Murph

Filed under: Misc. Gadgets

Never mind paying absurd quantities of cash to have some swing analyzer tell you how you’ll never be like Tiger — just pick yourself up one of these concoctions. E Ball’s inflatable golf simulator not only consumes your entire backyard, it takes you back to those glory days of frolicking at the fair with your BFF, and it even allows you to practice your game in less-than-flawless weather. The device enables amateurs to work on their driving and putting, all without having to fetch balls afterwards or deal with the embarrassment of completely hacking it up in front of your more seasoned pals. It looks as if you’ll have to ring up E Ball in order to get pricing details, but we don’t envision this one coming in cheap.

[Via OhGizmo]

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Original post by Darren Murph

Filed under: Digital Cameras

The ever-boastful MTI Micro is back again, just days after showing off a fuel cell-powered GPS prototype in Atlanta. This go ‘round, the company is announcing a newfound partnership with an elusive Japanese developer of digicams in order to “evaluate the feasibility, development and production″ of Mobion products. The love affair will enable the two to work together in evaluating and adapting the aforesaid technology for use in “various precision imaging applications, including digital cameras.” Best of all, work is apparently already ongoing, and MTI Micro is expected to deliver prototypes later this month. Going from prototype form to the store shelf, however, will be the hard part.

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Original post by Darren Murph

The EMI Group has sent a legal letter to someone selling a promotional copy of a soon to be released Kylie single, In My Arms on eBay.
Most people are aware of the actions of the music business, particularly in the US where they took legal action against their customers, accusing them copy music.

Original post by Simon Perry

We’re still reeling after reading this story last week that a federal appeals court in the US ruled that it was fine for US customs agents to go through the content of an airline passengers laptop with no evidence of wrong doing - just because they felt like it.

Original post by Simon Perry

Filed under: Misc. Gadgets

After years of whispers which ultimately turned to shouts of corruption, Lee Kun-hee, Chairman of Samsung and son of Samsung’s founder, has resigned following an indictment on tax evasion charges. Lee said, “We, including myself, have caused troubles to the nation with the special probe. I deeply apologize for that, and I′ll take full responsibility for everything, both legally and morally.” Lee Jae-yong, the Chairman’s son and heir to the Samsung throne also resigned as did Vice Chairman Lee Hak-soo, Lee’s closest advisor. Lee Soo-bin, chairman of Samsung Life Insurance, takes on representation for Samsung Group although the group chairman position remains unfilled. So it’s over. Now lick your wounds Sammy and get back to your hyperbolic announcements of world’s first, fastest, biggest, etc… we miss you.

[Thanks, Dave L.]

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Original post by Thomas Ricker

Filed under: Home Entertainment

Although DISH Network was quick to assure customers that their DVRs would stay functional after losing its patent appeal against TiVo, it looks like the company was a bit quick on the draw. Although the majority of the company’s DVRs have had their software updated to include non-infringing code, the VIP 721, 921, 942 and Homezone 1022 boxes haven’t been updated and installers are being told that they can no longer install or activate them. You’re safe if you’ve already got one up and running, but if you were in the market for a specific box, it’s probably wise to double check those numbers.

[Thanks, Dennis]

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Original post by Nilay Patel

Filed under: Misc. Gadgets

Here’s a tip: you should probably leave that handy-dandy laser pointer at home when heading off to vacation in New South Wales. As of today, the Australian state has placed high-powered hand lasers, including the infamous “star pointers,” on the list of prohibited weapons, and anyone caught carrying such a device without a permit could face up to 14 years in the slammer. The move comes after an outbreak of laser pointer attacks on airplane pilots, which have left them temporarily blinded and could have caused some pretty catastrophic consequences. Looks like those Aussie kids will have to find some other gizmos to carry out their high school hijinks, huh?

[Via Switched]

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Original post by Darren Murph

Yesterday we kicked off our guide by starting to underline your rights as a photographer. Today we continue to look at where you can or can’t take pics.

Original post by Mike Slocombe

A brief outline of your rights when you’re taking photos.

Original post by Mike Slocombe

MP lodges protest over increasing official harassment for street shooters.

Original post by Mike Slocombe

Filed under: Storage

Seagate was talking a big game last month about how SSD makers like Samsung and Intel were infringing its patents, and the company wasn’t joking around, following up all that tough talk with… what appears to be a test case against relatively minor vendor STEC. Seagate says STEC’s drives violate four patents it holds on SSD interfaces and that while “it’s not a big financial issue yet,” the company wants “to set things straight.” As you’d expect, STEC doesn’t feel quite as casual about the situation, saying that it’s been making SSDs since 1994, before any of Seagate’s patents were filed, and that it’s going to aggressively defend Seagate’s “desperate” claims and seek to invalidate its patents. many of which it believes aren’t even relevant to SSD technology. That sounds like a fight to us — get ready for some nonstop paperwork legal thrills, people.

Read - NYT article about the suit
Read - Official STEC response

 

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Original post by Nilay Patel