TECHNOLOGY

August 31 deadline for Blackberry in India

Research in Motion and the Indian government are in discussions over how security services in the country can be allowed to monitor e-mails and instant messages sent through the Blackberry communication network.

Ipad and its competitors

at the moment the ipad has pretty much dominated it's industry and we can all agree the competition are racing to get back in the game
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Terabyte plans from iiNet

iiNet, an ISP based in Perth, announces plans to offer up to one Terabyte of broadband data per month to customers. The plans will include phone and internet services in one bundle.

Google CEO advises people to change their names

Eric Schmidt, Google's CEO, issued a frightening warning to users, saying that to avoid the potentially reputation-tarnishing search records that his company keeps, perhaps people should change their names when they reach adulthood.

Gillard confirms timeframe for NBN's Townsville site

Julia Gillard, the Australian Prime Minister, says that the construction of the passive infrastructure associated with the National Broadband Network (NBN) at the stage one mainland release site of Townsville will be completed in 12 weeks.

Julia Robert starrer 'Eat Love Pray' edited with Final Cut Pro

'Eat Pray Love' film editor Bradly Buecker revealed that he used Final Cut Pro for his editorial workflow for the adaptation of the Elizabeth Gilbert's memoir. Buecker said that 'Final Cut Pro' is the system of his choice. He equipped himself and his two assistant editors with mirrored Mac Pro and Macbook Pro computers running Final Cut Studio.

Greens voices opposition of Internet filter plan

The Greens, announcing its cyber safety policy, says that a national broadband network is necessary even though Australians don't need a mandatory Internet filter to decide what is appropriate to view online.

Google Chrome 6.0 Beta released

he next major iteration of Google Chrome has been elevated to Beta and has now been made available for the purposes of downloading and testing.

Democrats slam Google-Verizon neutrality deal, ask FCC to act

By Ed Oswald, BetanewsAT&T and Verizon's net neutrality deal became a political issue on Monday as four House Democrats voiced their opposition to the plan with the Federal Communications Commission. In a letter to the regulatory agency, the lawmakers said the proposal 'reinforces the need for resol...

Girl in Google Street View Photo Surfaces

Azura Beebeejaun, a nine-year-old girl who was captured on Google's Street View lying on the pavement of a street in England, said she was just "playing dead" when her picture was taken.

Discernment needed on the NBN

he National Broadband Network (NBN) project, which will cost Australian taxpayers $43 billion, is one of the biggest individual financial investments the country will ever make.

Digital Drugs Target Teens

Pulsating soundtracks known as iDoses is cultivating a new digital drug culture that targets vulnerable young people who have money to spend

Apple manager indicted in $1 million kickback scheme

By Ed Oswald, BetanewsA federal grand jury has indicted an Apple supply manager and an individual involved in the company's supply chain on 23 counts including money laundering, fraud, and kickbacks. The two individuals set up an elaborate scheme involving several of Apple's suppliers.Paul Shin Devi...

Hurd's surprise settlement with accuser contributed to ouster

By Ed Oswald, BetanewsFormer HP CEO Mark Hurd's move to settle with Jodie Fisher contributed to his firing, those close to the company's board told the Wall Street Journal on Monday. Sources say Hurd was told several times in the three weeks proceeding his ouster to settle Fisher's claims.Board memb...

Dell grows enterprise storage business with $1.15B 3PAR acquisition

By Tim Conneally, BetanewsDell on Monday announced it will be acquiring virtualized storage company 3PAR for $1.5 billion to grow its storage portfolio and complement its PowerVault, EqualLogic, and EMC-licensed solutions.3PAR's claim to fame is its unique approach to storage architecture. The compa...

LG-Ericsson joint venture launches in the U.S.

By Tim Conneally, BetanewsThe enterprise telecommunications joint venture formerly known as Edgecore Networks today officially launched in the United States under the new name, LG-Ericsson USA. The joint venture is made up of South Korean electronics maker LG, Swedish telecommunications company Eric...

The dispute over broadband heats up in AU

Julia Gillard and Stephen Conroy's presence during the launch of the first commercial services on the National Broadband Network (NBN) is meant to prove to voters that high-speed broadband is indeed within reach, that it will change people's lives for the better, and that the rates are affordable for most households.

An addition to Canon

When it comes to technology, Canon is one of the biggest and most trusted names. They are famous not only for their digital cameras and Digital Single-lens Reflex Camera (DSLR) but also for other products like printers, projectors, security video solutions, binoculars and scanners.

The "X" that you'll love

Is it entertainment that you want? Nokia has an offer that you will find very difficult to refuse

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