Archive for the ‘General’ Category

Scientists Set to Rock the World with OneGeology Project

Mar 9th 07 | General
The world’s geologists are to bring together all their maps, producing the first truly global resource on rocks....

Star Trek ‘Tricorder’ Realised

Mar 8th 07 | General
Purdue University researchers have demonstrated a portable instrument that they claim can identify any substance in less...

Software Billionaires ‘Paid $1 a Year’

Mar 7th 07 | General
Three software billionaires are to pay themselves just $1 in salary this year. The men in question operate an effective...

Save the World by IMing with Windows Live Messenger

Mar 2nd 07 | General
Thanks to a new charity drive started by Microsoft, IM-obsessed teenagers can now tell their parents that by staying online,...

Mio Digiwalker H610 GPS Receiver, MP3 Player Review

Mar 1st 07 | General
With its compact size, rounded edges, and replaceable faceplate, Mio is, rather patronisingly I feel, marketing the H610...

Computer-Generated Image Looks Exactly Like Beautiful Woman

Feb 22nd 07 | General
It’s hard to believe, but you’re looking at computer-generated image of Korean actress Song Hye Kyo, created...

Cisco and Apple Reach Agreement on iPhone Trademark

Feb 22nd 07 | General
Cisco and Apple announced that they have resolved their dispute involving the “iPhone” trademark. Under...

Microscopic Chain-mail Could Link Wearable Gadgets

Feb 21st 07 | General
Microscopic chain mail made from miniscule metal links has been made by US researchers. It could ultimately be used to create...

Hospitals Pick Hi-tech Clipboard

Feb 21st 07 | General
An electronic clipboard that has the potential to save lives has been unveiled. It is hoped the device - known as a mobile...

Bill Gates Keeps Close Eye on Kids’ Computer Time

Feb 21st 07 | General
Just because you’re the daughter of Bill Gates does not mean you get to play on your computer all day long. The Microsoft...