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Nintendo DS Soon to be Best Selling Game Console of All Time

The Nintendo DS will soon be passing the Sony PS2 as the all time best selling game console.

Germany Furious at Google’s Privacy Breach

Germany is not amused with Google's collection of data via unprotected Wi-Fi networks and has criticized the California based company.
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Google Admits to Collecting User Data over Unsecured WiFi Networks

Google has been collecting data from people that have been using unprotected WiFi networks - more than 600 gigs worth of data.

More Details on Apple iPhone 4G Found in Vietnam

More details on the iPhone 4G prototype found in Vietnam are revealed, and it looks like this prototype is closer to the final product.

Firefox 4 Will be Easier to Use, Feature More Privacy Controls

Firefox 4 promises to have a more minimalistic design and give users more control over their privacy.

HTC Hits Apple With Left Hook

HTC responds to Apple lawsuit by filing a suit themselves, hoping to block sales of Apple's popular iPhone.

Android 2.2 Tests Show it 5 Times Faster than 2.1 in Some Benchmarks

Android 2.2 is shaping up to be a stellar mobile OS with some tests showing it over 5 times faster than 2.1.

EA Posts Strong Quarter, But Forecast Concerns Analysts

EA posted better than expected profits thanks to Mass Effect and Bad Company 2, but analysts suspect the next quarter could be harder on the company.

News Organizations Demand Judge Release Affidavit in Gizmodo iPhone Case

The case against a tech blogger who purchased a stolen iPhone gets interesting as the media puts pressure on the California judge to release the affidavit used to raid his home.
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Kid Wins a Million Bucks Playing Major League Baseball 2K10

A 23-year old from Alabama has thrown a no-hitter in Take-Two's Major League Baseball 2K10 to win a million dollars.

Are the New i7 MacBooks Hot Enough to Boil Water?

Apple's new MacBooks featuring the Intel i7 processor can reach a blistering temperature of 101° C in some instances.

Apple CEO Steve Jobs Throws Adobe’s Flash in the Garbage Bin

Steve Jobs has publicly given several reasons today why they will never use Adobe's Flash on the company's iPhone - and it's not pretty.

Is it too Hard to Change Your Facebook Privacy Settings? Four Senators Think So.

Four U.S. Senators want Facebook to make changes that allow users to more easily protect their privacy on the site.

Steer Your Car With Your Eyes, Just Don’t Look Down to Text

German researchers have figured out how to let drivers steer their cars using their eyes instead of their hands.

3-D Gaming is a Bigger Investment Than You Might Think

3-D movies are just now starting to take off, but 3-D gaming could have a rougher start as gamers will need to invest considerable money for compatible gear.

Fewer People Willing to Sign a Contract with Verizon Wireless

Verizon desperately needs either the Apple iPhone, or an iPhone killer if the company is going to get renewed contract customers.

Drew Brees Makes Cover of Madden NFL 11

The New Orleans Saints get a good PR boost this year thanks to EA choosing Drew Brees for the cover of Madden NFL 11.

McAfee Cripples America in One Fell Swoop

Users today were held hostage to an anti-virus program that thought the Windows OS itself was a virus, rendering computers useless or severely crippled.

Who Needs Google When Facebook Does it All with New Features

Facebook goes one step further in creating a personalized internet with features announced at today's f8 conference.
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Game Sales up 6 Percent, God of War 3 Leads the Charge

In a sign that the economy could be turning around, the game industry is seeing the trickle down effect with a 6 percent increase in game sales for March.
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How Digg is Reinventing Itself

With Digg CEO Jay Adelson stepping down and founder Kevin Rose taking the reigns, Digg has some innovative changes coming out in the months ahead.
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Gears of War 3 Blast Gamers With April Launch

Gears of War 3 will have an April launch date and could be the franchises biggest hit yet.

Activision fights Back, Sues Former ‘Modern Warfare’ execs

Activision has decided to counter-sue the two former Modern Warfare creators no doubt hoping for a reasonable settlement.

Apple iPad Versus Laptops, Netbooks, Smart Phones and e-Readers

Looking to replace your netbook, laptop, e-Reader or Smart phone with the Apple iPad? Find out how the iPad stacks up against the competition first.

Consumers Already Punch Drunk in Love With Apple iPad

The Apple iPad is not even available yet, and fans are ready to break down store doors just to get their hands on one. But why?
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iPad Users May Need to Pay for OS Updates

Information revealed today suggest iPad owners will get one free update, then will have to pay for future updates.

Porsche Design P’6780 Diver

Porsche Design takes a new approach to the diving watch with the P'6780 Diver which opens to have the time set.

Philips Wake-Up Light Review

We review Philips' Wake-Up Light, which should make a nice addition to any iPod/iPhone lovers bedroom.

What to Expect from the FCC’s New Broadband Plan

The FCC's new broadband plan will be presented tomorrow, but we have the scoop on what you can expect.

Lexus CT 200h Hybrid Hatchback Planned for the States

The Lexus CT 200h Hybrid hatchback is planned to coming to the U.S. market, and will have a starting price under $40K.

Porsche Could Move Forward With 918 Spyder Plug-in

Porsche has received more praise that anticipate for their 918 Spyder hybrid concept and now could push forward with development.

Palm Joins ICU Ward, Looks for Savior

After a miserable 2009 Palm is left with few options for the future of it's business. Hail Mary or throw in the towel?

Cable, Satellite Providers ask Big Brother to Back Them Against Networks

Normally the government gets in the way, but this time around cable and satellite providers are asking for help in dealing with the networks.

Steam Officially Coming to OS X

OS X users will finally get some much needed gaming ammunition with the release of Valve's gaming platform, Steam.