Are Android Tablets Stumbling Out of the Gate?

Based on initial sales reports and some tablet market flip flops, the few Android tablets that have hit the shelves so far seem to have crashed and burned. Early sales figures indicate that no Android tab is coming close to being the much-awaited Apple iPad alternative. But will time heal all? Does the Android tablet just need the same growing time that consumers gave the iPad?

Source: http://www.technewsworld.com/rsstory/72538.html

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Daedalus Touch, a Clever, Gesture-Based iPad Text Editor

Despite the ridiculous amount of iPad text editors in the App Store, none have yet managed to feel like truly iPad-exploiting apps. They may be controlled by touch, but they could exist equally well on a desktop machine, controlled by keyboard and mouse.
Daedalus changes all that. It is a gesture-driven app that could only work [...]

Source: http://www.wired.com/gadgetlab/2011/05/daedalus-touch-a-clever-gesture-based-ipad-text-editor/

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Personal Activity Monitor tracks time you spend using desktop apps

Up until a couple of years ago, I used to turn to RescueTime to figure out how I spend my time online. Then it got too complex, and I stopped using it. Personal Activity Monitor is like a vastly dumbed-down version of RescueTime, and I mean that as a compliment. It's free and bare-bones -- all it does is track what applications you're using and for how long.

A big drawback at this point is that it doesn't integrate with Web browsers to help you analyze how you spend your time on the Web. Still, if your work doesn't require constant Web app use, knowing how long you've used a browser overall might be enough to help you manage your time.

This is far from the only application in this space -- alternatives such as Slife and Chrometa are full-featured and impressive -- but PAM is good option for those who want a nice, simple tracker.

Personal Activity Monitor tracks time you spend using desktop apps originally appeared on Download Squad on Sat, 05 Mar 2011 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Win a 23? AOC Aire LED Monitor!

The great folks at AOC have given us the opportunity to host a giveaway of their 23″ AOC Aire LED Monitor on The-Gadgeteer.com. The 23″ AOC Aire LED Monitor features and Ultra-Thin Design. WLED Technology with DVI-D input. Energy Efficient. 50 million to 1 contrast ratio.. (MSRP: $179). Full contest details after the jump. Prize: [...]

Source: http://the-gadgeteer.com/2011/05/24/win-a-23-aoc-aire-led-monitor/

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D-Wave is Offering the First Quantum Computer

D-Wave has introduced the D-Wave One, the first quantum computing computer. The processor of the D-Wave One is different from traditional processors, which are based on transistors. The Quantum Computer is based on physics behavior ,and it should be easier to model and solve problems of Artificial Intelligence (Markov Random Field), System Validation and Graph [...]

Source: http://the-gadgeteer.com/2011/05/25/d-wave-is-offering-the-first-quantum-computer/

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Deal of the Day ? HP Coupon Roundup ? Save up to 25% on HP Pavilion, Select Editions, TouchSmart tm2, ENVY Laptops and Desktops

Today?s LogicBUY deal is a selection of coupons on a variety of HP laptops and desktops at up to 25% savings.� Most of these deals offer free shipping. 25% coupon code on HP Pavilion, Quad Edition,�Touchsmart tm2, g-series configured over $999 (excludes ENVY) 25% coupon code on�HP ENVY 14 Laptop $50 stackable coupon on Customizable/quickship [...]

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Inhabitat's Week in Green: hydrogen-powered space plane, Japan's solar surge and urban farms of Ze Future

Each week our friends at Inhabitat recap the week's most interesting green developments and clean tech news for us -- it's the Week in Green.

Green transportation took off for the stars this week as Inhabitat reported that the European Space Agency has approved of a new hydrogen-powered "Skylon" space plane, and we spotted a hot Star Wars-inspired electric chopper that wouldn't look out of place on the Death Star. We also learned that NASA plans to rejoin the space race with a new MPCV craft fit for deep space flights, while here on Earth we saw GE harness the power of the sun to charge Volt EVs before they hit dealerships.

Speaking of solar power, Japan unveiled plans to construct 10 new solar power plants in the wake of the Fukushima Nuclear Crisis, while Switzerland announced that it will completely phase out the use of nuclear power. We also showcased a stunning chandelier made from 500 fluttering photovoltaic butterflies, and we saw Nevada kick-start construction on the US' first molten salt solar plant, which will generate energy long after the sun has set.

We also brought you several incredible feats of architecture this week, from a restaurant made from a recycled Soviet airplane in Zurich to an innovative cocoon-like building made from sugarcane that recently won an AIA competition. We also showed how Plantlab is making vertical urban farms a reality, and we spotted a sky-high proposal for an energy-generating city on stilts that would hover over Manhattan. Finally, this week we rounded up some of our favorite eco apps and services that can help you green your consumption.

Inhabitat's Week in Green: hydrogen-powered space plane, Japan's solar surge and urban farms of Ze Future originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 29 May 2011 22:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Droid X gets genuine Gingerbread update, leaked build floats out for the impatient

Still bothering with that unofficial 2.3 update for your comparatively monstrous Droid X? Good news, eager beaver; right on cue, the bona fide Gingerbread update is rolling out to select Droid X owners this weekend, and if you aren't lucky enough to be included in the initial soak test, you can take matters into your own hands by visiting the source links below. Per usual, we'd caution against a manual install for those who aren't familiar with the process, particularly since the masses should receive it as the week forges on. Naturally, the v2.3.3 changes are subtle (at least in comparison to the changes seen in the leap from Eclair to Froyo), but hey -- an update's an update.

Droid X gets genuine Gingerbread update, leaked build floats out for the impatient originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 30 May 2011 13:53:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Man Has to Knock Down Wall to Get Plane Out of His House [Wtf]

So you want to build an airplane in your basement. Sure, that's reasonable enough. It's a commendable and ambitious hobby! But maybe—and I'm just spitballin' here—you should check to make sure you have room to drive it out. More »

Source: http://feeds.gawker.com/~r/gizmodo/full/~3/n2R6y3R-brE/man-has-to-knock-down-wall-to-get-plane-out-of-his-house

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Sprint EVO 3D aiming for the fourth week of June?

We just ran across the latest edition of the Sprint Playbook, and not surprisingly, the highly anticipated HTC EVO 3D makes an appearance. But along with all the specs and talking points -- which we've definitely seen before -- is the header, which points to the fourth week of June as a targeted release date.

We will, however, couch that by saying nothing's official yet, and we all know how release dates are subject to change. (And this seems to go against Radio Shack's "rough launch date" of June 4-ish, which we weren't all that confident in anyway.)

Anyhoo, it's coming, and we might now have a more solid target window, folks.

More: EVO 3D forums; Thanks, anon!

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Skype 5.3 for Windows released, improves mobile video call quality

Version 5.3 of Skype for Windows has just been released, with the main emphasis of the new release being improved call quality, and the quality of video received by mobile Skype users. Presumably one party of the video call must be using Skype for Windows 5.3, though.

Beyond improved call quality, not much has changed. You can now see your friends' presence icons when contact cards are collapsed, and the topic editing button is now always visible on the conversation header. For a complete list of changes, hit up the Skype Garage blog.

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Skype 5.3 for Windows released, improves mobile video call quality originally appeared on Download Squad on Thu, 07 Apr 2011 12:17:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Daily Crunch: Picture Element Edition

Samsung?s New High-Resolution Screens: Too Good To Be True? Apple Patents Cool ?Chameleon? Camera Mode Discussion Table: Pioneer?s (Awesome) Take On Microsoft?s Surface (Video) Rex Ray Dodocase, For Art-Lovin? iPad 2 Owners It Is Finished: The New Yorker iPad App Is The Beginning Of The End Of Print

Source: http://www.crunchgear.com/2011/05/13/daily-crunch-picture-element/

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Did You Know Microsoft Makes Five Times More Money From Android than From Windows Phone? [Microsoft]

According to Citi analyst Walter Pritchard's lastest big report on Microsoft, the Redmond company makes five times more income from Android than from Windows Phone. You may pick up your jaws now. More »

Source: http://feeds.gawker.com/~r/gizmodo/full/~3/zom0-MmuGe4/did-you-know-microsoft-makes-five-times-more-money-from-android-than-from-windows-phone

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iPad 3G can make calls and send SMS messages with soon to be released jailbreak app [video]

If you have a burning desire to make phone calls or send SMS messages on your iPad 3G, you’ll be happy to know that a group by the name of iPhoneIslam has demonstrated a jailbreak application that enables calls, SMS and FaceTime via phone number on an iPad 3G. The hack will be called PhoneItiPad [...]

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Proporta Protective Leather Cases For iPad 2

Proporta cases are well known for their style and they are made using only the finest quality leather. This particular leather case for the Apple iPad 2 tablet is lined with a tough aluminum plate for added protection. Don’t let their fine looks deceive you, they really are designed to keep your iPad 2 safe. [...]

Source: http://www.ipadbuzzblog.com/proporta-protective-leather-cases-for-ipad-2/

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Widgets and Revamped Notifications Coming to iOS 5? [Unconfirmed]

According to TechCrunch sources, the iOS 5 update will come complete with a revamped notifications system and widgets of some form. I would normally explain more here, but that's all they said. [TechCrunch] More »

Source: http://feeds.gawker.com/~r/gizmodo/full/~3/TJlIKKU7_wc/widgets-and-revamped-notifications-coming-to-ios-5

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Mac OS X Lion Preview 2 released, introduces mega exciting leather bound iCal skin

This is one of those posts that could probably be condensed into a tweet: Apple has released the second Preview of Mac OS X 10.7 Lion. If you're running Preview 1, it looks like you'll first receive a small update via Software Update, and then you can download Preview 2 from the Mac App Store.

There has been some speculation that Apple is getting close to a release or Golden Master build, but judging by 9to5 Mac's initial findings there's definitely some way to go. The Golden Master will probably appear at, or just before, the Apple WWDC in June.

So far, it's looking like the only changes in Preview 2 are the leather bound iCal skin that you can see above, and the main iChat window now combines your AIM, Bonjour and Jabber contacts, like Adium. We're sure that more details will emerge throughout the day, though, and there's bound to be lots of invisible changes, too. We'll update this post when we find out more.

Mac OS X Lion Preview 2 released, introduces mega exciting leather bound iCal skin originally appeared on Download Squad on Thu, 31 Mar 2011 05:10:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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