Apple have released security fixes for OS 10.5 Leopard, to protect against Flashback malware. The update also disables outdated Java and Flash functionality. Apple machines were infected last month, infecting more than 600,000 Macintosh computers. Apple released two security fixes last night for OS X 10.5 Leopard. Apple have been …
Read More »KitGuru Gaming – Weekly Round Up
For those tech readers who don’t always get time to check out our game related content at Kitguru gaming – here is a round up of content published in the last week. “Are Mobile and Social Gaming Platforms the Future of the Video Game Industry?” While the video game industry …
Read More »iPad a great success with autism suffering kids
Autism is a serious problem for many families who are dealing with a child who suffers from the condition. According to the latest reports, Apple's iPad is helping some of the kids into interacting better with their surroundings. CNN have a story published which details the life of autism sufferer …
Read More »Microsoft get Google in their sights with Bing revamp
Microsoft have Google's search engine in their sights as they prepare to change BING to offer new search terms, including Facebook and Twitter information. Microsoft are betting that people will like the new search options and they are planning to continue expanding their connections with social networking. If you are …
Read More »Is Sony Running Out Of Time?
Sony’s name is synonymous with leading edge technology and quality consumer electronics, but as the market declines do Sony have what it takes to stay at the top? Originally founded way back in 1946 Sony quickly became a household name for consumer electronics. Just a quick look at their portfolio …
Read More »Pirate Bay Users Fight Back – Virgin Media attacked
We would never condone illegal activities in any shape or form, but The Pirate Bay has become almost an institution. We look into the latest backlash from their followers. In a revenge attack hacktivists have taken down the Virgin Media website. Virgin Media was one of the first UK ISP's …
Read More »KitGuru Gaming – Weekly Round Up
For those tech readers who don’t always get time to check out our game related content at Kitguru gaming – here is a round up of content published in the last week. “A Magnet School for Video Game Design” While it may be a no-brainer to gamers that the video …
Read More »OCZ release firmware enhancement for Vertex 4 SSD
OCZ Technology Group, Inc. a leading provider of high-performance solid-state drives (SSDs) for computing devices and systems, today introduced release candidate firmware v1.4RC, which dramatically improves the performance of its Vertex 4 SATA 3.0 Series SSDs. Most notably, v1.4RC nearly doubles sequential write performance for lower capacity models, significantly boosts …
Read More »German court rules Xbox 360 to be pulled from retail channel
A German court has ruled in favour of Motorola, claiming that Microsoft have infringed two patents which are owned by Motorola. The German state court in Mannheim have upheld the Motorola complaint on patent ruling and have said that Microsoft are now liable for damages. No amount of money has …
Read More »Sony release their first ultrabook – The T11/T13
Sony have released their first ultrabook – the stunning looking T11 and T13. They are planning to release this next month fully loaded with a Sandybridge Core i3 processor. The machine won't feature the latest 3rd generation Intel Processor, but the Core i3 2367M processor should pack a mighty punch. …
Read More »KitGuru Gaming – Weekly Round Up
For those tech readers who don’t always get time to check out our game related content at Kitguru gaming – here is a round up of content published in the last week. “First AAA Free-To-Play Shooter” Exciting news was just released about an online multiplayer shooter that is FREE to …
Read More »Nokia finally dethroned by Samsung
Nokia have been dislodged from the top spot by Samsung in Q1 for the first time ever in the phone sector. Samsung shipped 92 million phones in the first quarter, compared to 83 million from Nokia. According to IHS iSuppli however Samsung are in second place behind Apple in the …
Read More »Will Microsoft Kill Ultrabook With Windows 8 High Demands?
We have come to expect a new version of windows every 4 years and this being the 4th year since the launch of Windows 7 we are again expecting the new version to launch somewhere in October, but will the launch of the next generation of Microsoft’s OS kill sales? …
Read More »AMD to launch HD7990 in June
According to news leaked online, it would appear that AMD plan on releasing their dual GPU HD7990 in June. This will be going head to head against the Nvidia GTX690, a dual GK104 design. Donanimhaber.com posted information which claim that AMD are going to wait until June, making an official …
Read More »Powercolor release HD7870 Eyefinity 6
TUL Corporation, a leading manufacturer of AMD graphics cards, today releases the only HD7870 graphics solution which can support up to 6 displays simultaneously: the PowerColor HD7870 Eyefinity 6. The latest edition optimizes multi-display Eyefinity technology, enabling up to six monitors to be operated from one card through its six …
Read More »KitGuru Gaming – Weekly Round Up
For those tech readers who don’t always get time to check out our game related content at Kitguru gaming – here is a round up of content published in the last week. “A 10 Year Old Game Designer for the Blind” How is it that a 5th grader discovered how …
Read More »ASRock Z77 Extreme6 / Intel Core i7 3770K CPU To 6.9GHz w/ LN2 Cooling
We received this press release from ASROCK for immediate publication. It reads: “ASRock exclusive OC Master, Nick Shih, just managed our Z77 Extreme6 to overclock Intel's Ivy Bridge Core i7 3770K processor to unbelievable 6.9GHz high speed. The system can even run all Super PI 1M programs stably and cost only …
Read More »ZX Spectrum 30 Years Old Today
Happy Birthday to you, happy birthday to you, happy birthday dear ZX Spectrum, happy birthday to you! Yes you are reading right. The Sinclair Spectrum is 30 years old today. Kitguru jumps into our Delorean and heads back to 1982 for a nostalgic look at the start of home computing. …
Read More »Diablo 3 beta, how is the game shaping up?
I spent some time with the Diablo 3 beta this weekend, for the most part trying to get it to actually work. The open beta launched which required a fat broadband connection for the download, not a major concern. Unfortunately after getting the game installed I experienced more than a …
Read More »White Van Man Computer Hitting A Desk Near You
You can’t go anywhere in the UK without seeing “white van man” they are everywhere! They cut you up in traffic, honk at the ladies and are so popular that you can even buy a T-shirt with the logo on. The one place you were safe from this bane of …
Read More »BIOSTAR TZ75B Motherboard released
BIOSTAR, a world famous manufacturer of motherboards, graphics cards, industrial computing systems and peripherals, starts the delivery of the BIOSTAR TZ75B Motherboard fulfilled in the ATX form-factor and positioned as an ideal base for high-performance gaming desktop systems with optimal costs. The TZ75B board is based on the latest Intel …
Read More »KitGuru Gaming – Weekly Round Up
For those tech readers who don’t always get time to check out our game related content at Kitguru gaming – here is a round up of content published in the last week. “The Actual U.S. Navy Needs Video Game Hackers!” Ever think the word “hacker” would look good on your …
Read More »Oracle Could Change Android Forever
One of the biggest court cases in tech history begins today in San Francisco. Oracle is suing Google for $1bn claiming it violated several patents and copyrights. Oracle who inherited the intellectual properties of Java when it took over Sun Microsystems in 2009 claim that Google’s Android operating system infringes …
Read More »Samsung Push Intel At DDR4
Samsung Electronics are reportedly trying to persuade Intel to launch its DDR4 memory supporting server platforms ahead of the planned 2014 scheduled release date. According to inside sources Samsung are citing concerns that making DDR3 chips are now unprofitable due to low prices. Currently only Samsung and Hynix Semiconductors have …
Read More »Raspberry Pi shipping to customers this week
We first published news on the Raspberry Pi in May 2011, but it has been hit with a series of delays and some people thought it would never be released. Good news however, because the distributors of the Pi have confirmed that the first batch will ship this week. This …
Read More »3 Change UK Unlocking Policy
From today (Wednesday 11th April), customers wishing to unlock their device will now have to wait 30 days and ensure their first payment has been made to Three. Three will charge the customer £15.32 for unlocking their device. This can no longer be added to the customer’s bill and must now …
Read More »KitGuru Gaming – Weekly Round Up
For those tech readers who don’t always get time to check out our game related content at Kitguru gaming – here is a round up of content published in the last week. “GameStop's Challenge – Maintaining Investors and Consumers in an Increasingly Digital World” As Steam, social online gaming, and …
Read More »Biostar Offers Channel’s Longest Warranty
Biostar has announced an unprecedented 4-year warranty for its range of highly-anticipated TZ77EX4, TZ77A and TZ77B motherboards, creating THE longest warranty period for any board manufacturer available in the UK. The new boards are based on the latest Intel Z77 chipset which, for the first time, incorporate tri-gate transistors manufactured …
Read More »KitGuru Gaming – Weekly Round Up
For those tech readers who don’t always get time to check out our game related content at Kitguru gaming – here is a round up of content published in the last week. “Upcoming RPG Written by NY Times Best Selling Fantasy Writer” A recent press release announced the latest addition …
Read More »Anonymous Target Home Office
Anonymous group have posted on twitter to invite people to support an attack on the Home Office website in support of anti-extradition protests. The attack is listed under the Op Trail At Home #optrialathome and is directly supporting protests for Chris Tappin, Richard O’Dwyer and Gary McKinnon. The banner ask …
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