Twitter experienced two service outages

Social network/micro blogging site Twitter has confirmed that a couple of service outages had already happened several hours ago, as users around the world did report about a rather significant down-time – not to mention slow service across Twitter's website in addition to its mobile application. There were whispers going around that speculated the downtime was crippled by a hacker attack, although the company claimed that the outage was due to a “cascading bug” in one of its infrastructure components.

Ubergizmo , Twitter experienced two service outages, Twitter experienced two service outages

Lantronix xPrintServer offers wireless iOS printing

Going wireless is definitely one of the pipe dreams of mankind, otherwise Wi-Fi routers would not have been so popular these days. Having said that, wires tend to be able to have a life of their own and clump together whenever you are not looking, and with the Lantronix xPrintServer which is said to be able to deliver wireless iOS printing, it lets you hook up any printer to your home network with a teeny weenie box, transforming it into a wireless printer that will play nice with your iOS-powered device – case in point, the iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad.

Ubergizmo , Lantronix xPrintServer offers wireless iOS printing, Lantronix xPrintServer offers wireless iOS printing

HTC DROID Incredible 4G LTE will arrive in July? [Rumor]

If you've been waiting for an update to the string of rumors surrounding the elusive HTC DROID Incredible 4G LTE, then we've got something new for you. Droid Life is reporting that they just got a word from an unnamed source that the device isn't going to make it (again) this month. Instead, the Incredible 4G LTE will reportedly arrive something in July. Another source allegedly told the publication that July 5 is the day when the rumor will finally die as the device will be launched.
But yet again, until Verizon confirms it, we can only speculate. So, don't forget to add the finest of salts into this report. It's June 21.

Ubergizmo , HTC DROID Incredible 4G LTE will arrive in July? [Rumor], HTC DROID Incredible 4G LTE will arrive in July? [Rumor]

Next 3DMark teased, who says benchmarks don't need trailers? (video)

Futuremark, one of the preeminent benchmark companies out there, is gearing up to let loose a new version of its 3DMark gaming test. The new suite will hammer GPUs with a DirectX 11-based scene designed to push a system to its limits. Now, benchmarks are hardly the sort of thing that people get excited for. usually. But Futuremark still sees a need to drum up interest for its Windows-only program in a landscape increasingly focused on mobile gaming and power-sipping GPUs. Hence the trailer (which you'll find after the break) that shows off just what 3DMark will demand of your next gaming rig.

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HP Passport 1912nm internet monitor: coming to hotel lobbies and airports near you

Along with outing its new IPS displays, HP is announcing an 18.5-inch internet monitor today. The Passport 1912nm is targeted at businesses such as hotels and cyber cafes, allowing users to access the web via Firefox and access photos, video and music via a simple five-icon home screen. There's an ARM CPU, 2GB of Flash RAM and 1GB of DDR2 memory under the hood, and the 1366 x 768 is bundled with a USB keyboard and mouse. Connections include five USB ports, Ethernet and a 4-in-1 media card reader.










Engadget , HP Passport 1912nm internet monitor: coming to hotel lobbies and airports near you, HP Passport 1912nm internet monitor: coming to hotel lobbies and airports near you

Canon updates 5D Mark III firmware, concedes it won't get continuous autofocus for video

Canon has released an updated firmware for the 5D Mark III that adds support for the forthcoming 40mm f/2.8 lens and fixes a variety of small power and auto-exposure issues. What was absent was the long-promised support for continuously autofocusing video, which the company confirmed to The Verge has now been ditched from the camera's spec sheet.

Engadget , Canon updates 5D Mark III firmware, concedes it won't get continuous autofocus for video, Canon updates 5D Mark III firmware, concedes it won't get continuous autofocus for video

Puffle Launch Android Game App

Mobile games should all be about fun and entertainment. But having a bit of a challenge also helps keep the interest up. No matter whether it is simple or complex, people will always try some of those mobile games if they find them fun, entertaining and challenging to play with. This is something that the Puffle Launch Android Game App offers.
The Puffle Launch Android Game App is a fast paced game that involves a ball shaped character called Puffle that is being blasted off a cannon. The simple objective of the game is to collect as many coins called Puffle O's along the way.

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Samsung Galaxy S III explodes, causes still unknown

There was a time when the exploding iPhones got huge media coverage. Today the case is quite similar – the hottest phone on the market – the Galaxy S III – became even hotter to the point of catching fire. The unpleasant incident occurred in the Ireland. A white Galaxy S III bought from Carphone Warehouse was attached to a car mount when suddenly white flames started coming from its bottom. Here are some pictures:

The dead Galaxy S III is all over the internet already.




GSM Arena , Samsung Galaxy S III explodes, causes still unknown, Samsung Galaxy S III explodes, causes still unknown

Android Developers' site gests redesign

The folks at Android have introduced a redesign for the Android Developers' site. The new design is extremely simple and exists to help developers “build beautiful, powerful, successful apps. Three prominent tabs at the top of the site take you to Android's design guidelines page, resources, including APIs and SDK tools, for developing Android apps, and a page with information about distribution, monetization, promotion, etc.

Android Phone , Android Developers' site gests redesign, Android Developers' site gests redesign

Hideo Kojima confirms Metal Gear Solid 5

If you grew up playing the Metal Gear series, you've probably played them all. If you're looking for additional content, or if you're simply hoping that the game will go on for as long as it can, you're in luck as the game has been given an additional sequel, making this the fifth entry in the Metal Gear series. This was confirmed by none other than its creator, Hideo Kojima during an interview with IG Magazine where he stated that the game will be running on the Fox Engine, which is an in-house engine created by Kojima Productions.

Ubergizmo , Hideo Kojima confirms Metal Gear Solid 5, Hideo Kojima confirms Metal Gear Solid 5

T-Mobile's Samsung Galaxy S III gets officially priced

Slightly delayed or not, the Samsung Galaxy S III for T-Mobile now finally has official pricing. This has been the one detail still missing in this story, for the magenta carrier was really reluctant to give out any information before today. And once you hear the prices, you'll probably understand why. See, the cheapest you'll be able to get the new flagship Android smartphone is $229.99, for the 16 GB version. But that's with the Value plan, and requires 20 additional monthly payments of $20.

Unwired View , T-Mobile's Samsung Galaxy S III gets officially priced, T-Mobile's Samsung Galaxy S III gets officially priced

Nokia Lumia 900 to get Windows Phone 7.8 in a few weeks?

Windows Phone 8 is still some way off, but in the mean time, there is a stop-gap measure that was talked about earlier today as well, which would be the Windows Phone 7.8. We now have word from Nokia that the Nokia Lumia 900 will be on the receiving end of the Windows Phone 7.8, which is something that might just happen in a few weeks' time. At least this will be a “preview” as to what will come with Windows Phone 8, which has still some months left to go.

Ubergizmo , Nokia Lumia 900 to get Windows Phone 7.8 in a few weeks?, Nokia Lumia 900 to get Windows Phone 7.8 in a few weeks?

Consumer Value Added Services Revenues to Triple to $420 Billion in 2020, Predicts Point Topic CEO

Singapore, 21 June 2012 – Consumer value added services are set to triple from $125 billion worldwide in 2011, to $420 billion in 2020. This was the predication made at CommunicAsia 2012 by Oliver Johnson, CEO of Point Topic, the leading industry analyst firm for global broadband statistics, information and reports.These services are critical to provider revenues worldwide.

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United Nations launches My Life as a Refugee Android app (video)

As the great Tom Petty once said, you don't haveto live like a refugee, but one UN agency is hoping you'll at least download its new app to see what it could be like. My Life as a Refugee is designed to raise awareness about the plight of millions of people living in conflict-ridden places around the globe, and it's available right now for free on Android (coming soon to iOS). We found the app to be only marginally interactive, with users simply encouraged to click through a litany of facts. However, you do get to choose one of two possible options before time runs out as each situation unfolds.

Engadget , United Nations launches My Life as a Refugee Android app (video), United Nations launches My Life as a Refugee Android app (video)

Google Play's Android app fire sale includes GTA III, NBA Jam, Mass Effect

. Anyone looking to get some premium games on the cheap for their Android device should probably head over to the Google Play market today. Google is offering a series of Longest Day Deals for Android users that offer popular games such as Grand Theft Auto III, NBA Jam and Mass Effect: Infiltrator for just $0.99 a piece. Other 99-cent apps for sale include the ever-popular Draw Something, mSecure Password Manager and RepliGo PDF Reader.

Boy Genius Report , Google Play's Android app fire sale includes GTA III, NBA Jam, Mass Effect, Google Play's Android app fire sale includes GTA III, NBA Jam, Mass Effect

TMG emerging as Toyota's version of AMG?

Toyota is getting serious about building performance versions of its current models. The manufacturer hopes to turn Toyota Motorsport GmbH, the crew behind the Toyota Le Mans effort and the automaker's now defunct Formula One team, into a factory-backed tuner.

Autoblog , TMG emerging as Toyota's version of AMG?, TMG emerging as Toyota's version of AMG?

Project Moonshot take two: HP's low-power Gemini servers let go of ARM's Calxeda for Intel's Centerton

Last we'd heard of HP's Project Moonshot, that effort to create low-energy servers was set to ride on the back of the Calxeda SoC. But for the rollout of its production-ready "Gemini" models, the company's changed tack, replacing the previously announced ARM chips for Intel's Centerton. Why the sudden swap. Well, it seems that new Atom processor delivers the same energy-sipping promise of its predecessor, while also adding 64-bit support, a broader software ecosystem, error correcting code memory and hardware virtualization.

Engadget , Project Moonshot take two: HP's low-power Gemini servers let go of ARM's Calxeda for Intel's Centerton, Project Moonshot take two: HP's low-power Gemini servers let go of ARM's Calxeda for Intel's Centerton

iCloud down for many, iMessages not going through

Something's afoot at Apple's massive North Carolina data center - or perhaps just on the various pipes and tubes leading to it. We've received many reports of iCloud and iMessage problems and, looking online, plenty of other folks are issuing the same complaints. Seeing something amiss on your end. Add your experiences in comments below - while you still can. Update: Luke wrote in to let us know that Apple has acknowledged the issue.

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Sticher Radio App Redesigned

. Stitcher, the mobile radio service that provides news, talk shows, sport and entertainment launched its revamped application. Smart Station, the key new feature, will allow listeners to discover their preferred shows among the 10,000 offered on Stitcher, thanks to personalized recommendations based on your listening history. According to the company, Smart Station, is an update of the 'Listeners Also Like' feature released last year, and Stitcher currently generates over 10 million recommendations a day.

The new Lock Screen Album Art feature displays currently playing show on your phone's lock screen while listening.

Ubergizmo , Sticher Radio App Redesigned, Sticher Radio App Redesigned

Ferrari F12 Berlinetta wags its tail all over Fiorano

Forgoing the usual succession of variants and upgrades, the launch of an all-new Ferrari is typically a momentous occasion. Particularly when you're talking about Maranello's top-of-the-line V12 supercar. And yet, since the Prancing Horse marque unveiled the new F12 Berlinetta several months ago in Geneva, we've heard and seen little of the 740-horsepower monster. Which could be why we took notice when we came across this new video clip of the F12 lapping the Fiorano test track for which its predecessor was named.



Autoblog , Ferrari F12 Berlinetta wags its tail all over Fiorano, Ferrari F12 Berlinetta wags its tail all over Fiorano

Dutch court rules that Apple's older iOS products violated one of Samsung's 3G patents

Earlier today, we reported that the Court of Appeals had denied Samsung's request to rehear their case. What this meant was that Apple was in the clear to file for a preliminary injunction against the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1, thus giving Apple a victory at this point in time. While Apple might have gotten a taste of a legal victory in the states, it seems that the Dutch courts have ruled in Samsung's favor over a different case against Apple. A District Court n Hague, Holland, has ruled that Apple's older iPad models and iPhones violate one of Samsung's 3G patents.

Ubergizmo , Dutch court rules that Apple's older iOS products violated one of Samsung's 3G patents, Dutch court rules that Apple's older iOS products violated one of Samsung's 3G patents

Push Technology releases Diffusion Remote Control

Intelligent messaging platform’s new feature to unlock richness and unique publishing capabilities of Diffusion for organisations running Java or .Net based applications20th June 2012 – Push Technology, an innovative technology and solutions specialist that focuses on pushing data beyond the edge, today unveiled a remote control capability for its market-leading platform, Diffusion.Representing the next phase in the development of Diffusion, the new feature will enable engineers to exploit Diffusion’s publisher capabilities whilst remaining external to the Diffusion server.

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Cambium Networks™ Launches PTP 810 High Capacity Wireless Backhaul Solution At CommunicAsia

Carrier-Class Hybrid Solution Delivers High Capacity and Spectrum Efficiency Backhaul with Native TDM and Ethernet SupportSingapore, 20 June, 2012 - Cambium Networks, a leading provider of wireless broadband solutions for reliable connectivity in any environment, today launched the Cambium PTP 810, on what is the second day of CommunicAsia. The new point-to-point (PTP) wireless backhaul solution supports native E1/T1 and native Ethernet and has high capabilities and optimal performance in a single configurable software system.

Press Release Distribution , Cambium Networks™ Launches PTP 810 High Capacity Wireless Backhaul Solution At CommunicAsia, Cambium Networks™ Launches PTP 810 High Capacity Wireless Backhaul Solution At CommunicAsia

Mitsubishi promises Outlander plug-in hybrid for Paris

We've been waiting since the 2009 Tokyo Motor Show - when Mitsubishi first talked about the PX-MiEV, a plug-in CUV concept - for some sort of real-world plug-in Outlander. It looks like we're finally going to get our wish during the 2012 Paris Motor Show this fall. Today, Mitsubishi released the not-very-revealing teaser image you see above, and it says the plug-in Outlander will “share its architecture with the soon-to-be-introduced New Outlander's ICE versions.” Mitsubishi also claims the Outlander will “be the first permanent 4WD electric car in series production.”.

2DayBlog.com , Mitsubishi promises Outlander plug-in hybrid for Paris, Mitsubishi promises Outlander plug-in hybrid for Paris

LG launches 'Quick Voice' on its phones in Korea, goes head to head with S Voice and Siri

After Apple and Samsung have made their Siri and S Voice features keystones of recent smartphone releases, it wasn't long before other manufacturers jumped in and now it's LG's turn with Quick Voice for its Android phones (we'll see how Apple responds to that). Just announced in Korea and rolling out soon for various members of the Optimus family like the Vu and LTE II, it brings natural voice recognition to commonly used functions like searching, setting up appointments or pulling up videos on YouTube.

Engadget , LG launches 'Quick Voice' on its phones in Korea, goes head to head with S Voice and Siri, LG launches 'Quick Voice' on its phones in Korea, goes head to head with S Voice and Siri

Novitec Rosso hatches plans for Ferrari FF

Monotony can be draining, but there are certain forms of it we could get used to. Like being around Ferrari models all day, every day. Sure, they're all two-door, rear-drive sports cars, but they're exciting ones at that. But then comes along the FF to break the mold of monotony with its unique all-wheel drive and four-seat hatchback "shooting brake" bodystyle. Like any others around Ferraris all day, we could imagine the boys at the Novitec Rosso workshop standing up and taking notice.

Autoblog , Novitec Rosso hatches plans for Ferrari FF, Novitec Rosso hatches plans for Ferrari FF

How not to put venison on the grille: Corvette Z06 hits deer at HyperFest

HyperFest, an annual event at the Summit Point Motorsports Park in West Virginia, is day seemingly packed with just about everything you can do in a car or watch a car do, from road racing to drifting, off-roading and karting, as well as Hot Import Nights, a Rice-Rice Challenge and a rollover contest. And that's not even the half of it. During one portion, James Greenwood was working his Chevrolet Corvette Z06 around the Summit Point circuit, heading down the start/finish straight at full bore.



Autoblog , How not to put venison on the grille: Corvette Z06 hits deer at HyperFest, How not to put venison on the grille: Corvette Z06 hits deer at HyperFest

HTC Rezound now $80 for a limited time

The HTC Rezound may have been overshadowed by the Galaxy Nexus, and soon to be the Galaxy S3, but it’s still one hell of a phone and could make for a great father’s day or going back to school gift for someone at this new low price. Verizon is offering the device for $80 following a new two-year agreement. The original price is $200 so you can see where the benefit is if you’re upgrading or adding a line.  For that price, you won’t be getting an HTC Sense 4.0 phone, but you will still be getting a very capable phone that houses an S3 dual-core processor by Qualcomm, Beats, and more.

Android Phone , HTC Rezound now $80 for a limited time, HTC Rezound now $80 for a limited time

Resident Evil 6 is expected to be significantly longer than Resident Evil 5

There are many different types of gamers – some who prefer taking their time and going through every quest, sidequest, hidden quest, and collect every single item in the game and ultimately taking maybe months or even a year to complete a game. Then there are speed gamers who would rather see how fast it will take them to finish the game from start to end. Well the good news for gamers who fall into the former category is that if you were thinking of getting Resident Evil 6, you can expect that it will be taking you fairly long to complete the entire game.

Ubergizmo , Resident Evil 6 is expected to be significantly longer than Resident Evil 5, Resident Evil 6 is expected to be significantly longer than Resident Evil 5

Android Overload: ZTE Grand X LTE Officially Announced, Intel Spends $375 Million For 1,700 Wireless Related Patents, and More

Greetings, friends. You've wandered into the Android Overload. This is the place we pile up all the Android/mobile/carrier/Google related news we find from throughout the internet, and keep it here for you. There's always something here for everyone, so have a look around and let me know what you found interesting. Night.

Android 4.0 Mini PC reviewed. [LaptopMag]Sassor monitors all your electric appliances and uploads data to the cloud. [Engadget]Google Transparency Report shows government take-down requests are on the rise. [Google]Higher-end ZTE Grand X LTE announced for Asia and Europe. S4 processor and 720p display included.

Android Phone , Android Overload: ZTE Grand X LTE Officially Announced, Intel Spends $375 Million For 1,700 Wireless Related Patents, and More, Android Overload: ZTE Grand X LTE Officially Announced, Intel Spends $375 Million For 1,700 Wireless Related Patents, and More

Polymorph create a robust, reliable infrastructure for charity Youth For Christ

Youth For Christ, the national Christian charity that works with young people across the UK, has turned to IT consultancy firm Polymorph to upgrade its IT systems and improve its efficiency. Youth for Christ (YFC) is a national Christian charity whose purpose is to work with the huge number of young people in the UK, from every background and culture, communicating the Christian faith.

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Somo Helps Yoko Realise 50 Year Vision

#SMILESFILM APP TO UNITE 7 BILLION SMILESLondon, 19 June 2012: Somo (www.somoglobal.com), the largest independent global mobile marketing company, today announces the launch of Yoko Ono’s #smilesfilm app. Developed by Somo in partnership with REVL8 Perfect Day, the app supports Yoko’s large-scale participatory artwork that encourages us all to contribute to her global anthology of portraits. The smilesfilm idea was originally conceived in 1967 as a way of connecting people across the world.

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Nokia 808 PureView announced for US, available soon through Amazon at $699

Color us surprised — or whatever the antonym of that word may be — but Nokia has announced the availability of its 41-megapixel 808 PureView smartphone for the United States, which will be distributed through Amazon. If you've been patiently waiting for your opportunity to wield this highly competent cameraphone for yourself, just know that you can soon stake your claim in line: pre-orders are set to begin later this week, and you can sign up on Nokia's website to receive that all-important notification.

2DayBlog.com , Nokia 808 PureView announced for US, available soon through Amazon at $699, Nokia 808 PureView announced for US, available soon through Amazon at $699

Everyman Cinemas joins Arqiva’s Digital Cinema Satellite Distribution Network

Everyman Cinemas has joined Arqiva's Digital Cinema delivery platform on the IS905 satellite. The agreement covers the entire Everyman Cinema chain. Each cinema will be equipped to receive automated electronic delivery of Digital Cinema Packages (DCPs) including feature films, trailers and advertising. The cinemas will also be able to access the extensive live alternative content transmitted from across the world by Arqiva via IS905.Marco Tinnirello, Head of Digital Cinema at Arqiva, said: “It’s wonderful that Everyman has committed its entire cinema chain to our Digital Cinema Satellite Distribution Network.

Press Release Distribution , Everyman Cinemas joins Arqiva’s Digital Cinema Satellite Distribution Network, Everyman Cinemas joins Arqiva’s Digital Cinema Satellite Distribution Network

Next Mercedes-Benz S-Class spotted with AMG trimmings

If you have the means, we highly recommend picking one up. Sure, Ferris may have spoken those words in reference to a classic Ferrari California – well, actually, a replica of a classic Ferrari – but he could just as easily have been speaking of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class AMG. As we realized the last time we found ourselves ensconced behind the wheel of one, in that case a 2012 S63 model, we compared it to a spacecraft bound for Mars.

Autoblog , Next Mercedes-Benz S-Class spotted with AMG trimmings, Next Mercedes-Benz S-Class spotted with AMG trimmings

Barnes & Noble confirms they are NOT part of Microsoft's announcement today

We know that Microsoft has a major announcement coming up in a few hours' time, and according to our earlier report, the rumors are saying that this might be a Microsoft tablet that would be an effort between Microsoft and Barnes & Noble. If you thought that this spoilt the surprise for the upcoming announcement, you might be pleased to learn that this is not the case.

Ubergizmo , Barnes & Noble confirms they are NOT part of Microsoft's announcement today, Barnes & Noble confirms they are NOT part of Microsoft's announcement today

Sony: Cloud is 'absolutely inevitable'

When it comes to the world of video games, the current generation saw a quantum leap in terms of innovativeness – the Nintendo Wii definitely ushered in a new wave of gaming with the Wiimote, and High Definition gaming became the buzzword for many with the release of the Xbox 360 and Sony PS3. Not only that, motion controls changed the landscape on how video games are played forever, and the next generation of video game consoles for the living room do look to continue the innovative trend.

Ubergizmo , Sony: Cloud is 'absolutely inevitable', Sony: Cloud is 'absolutely inevitable'

Rebuild Android Game App

Zombie apocalypse is something that many people are becoming intrigued with. Some movies and television series now are becoming popular by using this as the main premise. What may seem good for movies and television surely will also be popular with game apps. That is why there are such games like the Rebuild Game App for Android.
The Rebuild Game App for Android devices is a turn-based strategy game set in a zombie apocalypse setting. The player is a survivor that needs to rebuild human society and battle against the hordes of zombies to stay alive.

Gadget.com , Rebuild Android Game App, Rebuild Android Game App

Intellinet Wireless 450N Dual-Band Gigabit Router and Wireless 300N Dual-Band USB Adapter Review

The Intellinet Wireless 450N Dual-Band Gigabit Router and Wireless 300N Dual-Band USB Adapter are two high-performance, if somewhat bare-bones dual band MIMO 802.11n devices from Intellinet Network Solutions. For this review I swapped out my existing 802.11n router for the Intellinet 450N and tested its performance with a number of different clients. To test the 300N USB adapter I compared its performance to the built-in wireless on a Acer netbook with a single antenna 802.11n 2.4ghz radio. 450N Router Unbox

The router comes with an install CD, quick start guide, a short Ethernet patch cord, some rubber feet, and a wall-wart.










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