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HEXUS - CES 2008 :: Nick knows innovation when he sees it!

17 January 2008, 10:11

With the world's largest consumer technology tradeshow promising a bright future (even with an uncertain global economic situation), INNOVATION is all important. Watch as Nick tells you what's HOT for ...

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The Dark Knight won't be lacking villains

16 January 2008, 15:21

In an interview with The Los Angeles Times, director Christopher Nolan reveals that The Joker won't be Batman's main enemy in 2008's highly anticipated Dark Knight.

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Watch pay-TV on your computer with Hauppauge WinTV-CI

16 January 2008, 13:13

A card that lets you watch pay-TV on your PC, sounds totally illegal doesn't it? Fear not, Hauppauge's WinTV-CI lets you do just that, and it's entirely legal too.

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HEXUS.tv takes a flier with Tiffen

16 January 2008, 10:30

Of course while walking the floor here at CES 2008 in Las Vegas, I knew we’d come across a stand that’d interest our cameraman, Eren...

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Microsoft get cute with Valentine Zune

16 January 2008, 10:19

Microsoft weren't sitting still during Macworld yesterday you know, they announced a new product of their own. Well, a new variation of an existing product. Still, it's very cute, it's ...

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Macworld 2008: iTunes and Apple TV in movie evolution

15 January 2008, 20:06

Third on Jobs' to-do list at Macworld 2008; dominate the movie industry by announcing support from all major movie studios for movie rentals via iTunes and launch a new Apple ...

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Macworld 2008: iPhone and iPod updates now available

15 January 2008, 19:31

The second item on Steve Jobs' four-item agenda at Macworld 2008 revealed software updates for your iPod and your iPhone.

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Disney's The Princess and the Frog to spark return of 2D?

15 January 2008, 12:08

I've always loved Disney's 2D animations, The Lion King and Aladdin are up there among my favourite movies, but 2D has recently become a thing of the past. Disney hope ...

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A recipe for homemade magic fireballs

15 January 2008, 10:29

Yep, this is exactly what you think it is, a method of making fireballs that you can hold in the palm of your hand. Seriously cool way to impress your ...

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Google announces improvements to its iPhone experience

14 January 2008, 15:20

A little over a month ago, Google optimised a variety of its popular web apps for iPhone users. Today, with the Macworld expo set to begin, Google has announced new ...

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You could be driving a rechargeable car as soon as 2010

14 January 2008, 14:43

As the Detroit motor show gets underway, amid all the super cars and flashy concepts, one thing remains obvious; the increase in environmentally friendly cars.

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Toshiba drops HD-DVD prices, format war continues

14 January 2008, 11:20

The format war that was said to be over, well, isn't. Universal and Paramount pledge to continue to support HD-DVD and Toshiba fires back with lower priced HD-DVD players.

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India goes car crazy, joins Formula 1

11 January 2008, 16:12

2008 looks set to be the year in which India makes a big impression in the automotive industry as the country prepares its Force India Formula 1 team.

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Starry Night, the bed of all beds

11 January 2008, 15:13

We've seen televisions, phones, laptops, cars and much more at CES this year. Expanding on the already diverse set of products, Legget & Platt were at hand to show off ...

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Your girlfriend will love iRiver's Swarovski MP3 player

11 January 2008, 12:32

Valentines day isn't too far away now guys, how about a Swarovski encrusted Mickey Mouse MP3 player for your other half?

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A longer look at 2008's Knight Rider

11 January 2008, 12:03

Despite concerns about the choice of new car, I can't help but keep an eye on 2008's Knight Rider. Childhood favourites are too hard to resist and this new promo ...

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Amazon steps up and says no to DRM

11 January 2008, 11:40

Amazon has today announced that music downloads from Sony BMG Music Entertainment will be available in DRM-free form at its Amazon MP3 store.

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Casio EX-F1 camera shoots video at 1,200fps and takes pictures at 60fps!

11 January 2008, 09:14

Perfect for buffs of fast-moving action. 60fps full-resolution burst mode is a world first.

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Hitachi's sexy, slim LCD TVs measure just 1.5in thick. Shipping soon, too.

11 January 2008, 09:13

Three models to choose from - all ship this year.

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Thin is in for 2008. LCD TVs set to go on a diet.

11 January 2008, 09:13

A number of big-name LCD TV manufacturers are looking to release ultra-slim, large-screen models in 2008.

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Samsung's 31in OLED TV is less than 2cm thick, plus 82in 8MP ultra-high-definition screen

11 January 2008, 09:13

Samsung puts the ph00r back into LCD TVs with the stunning 31in OLED TV. Fancy something bigger? How about an 82in display with a native resolution of 3,840x2,160?

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Stroke it in the living room with the Golf Launchpad

11 January 2008, 01:45

The Golf Launchpad is a golf stroke training simulator and game control device that, its makers claim, is suitable to complete novices right through to the dedicated golfer.

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Something else to wish for: the new Harmony One from Logitech

11 January 2008, 01:44

Well here it is, probably one of the most desirable universal remotes going, the new Harmony One from Logitech.

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MusicGiants unveils HD video digital distribution service

10 January 2008, 12:07

MusicGiants today announced that it has sign a deal with Paramount Pictures Digital Entertainment to distribute movies from the Paramount library through its new VideoGiants home theatre digital content delivery ...

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Samsung shows off biggest OLED at CES

10 January 2008, 11:23

CES is brimming with TV technology this year and the highlight is arguably Samsung's demonstration of OLED screens, is this the technology to replace LCD?

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Microsoft set to start charging Symbian mobile messenger users

10 January 2008, 10:26

Users of Windows Live Mobile Messenger were yesterday prompted by notifications advising them to sign up for a trial period of the Messenger software. What everyone then assumed is now ...

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Audio-Technica announces ultimate in-ear noise-cancelling headphones

10 January 2008, 09:54

If you like your portable music without the background noise, take a look at Audio-Technica's ATH-ANC3 in-ear headphones. They promise to "reduce distracting background noise by 85% while offering the ...

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GRIFFIN launches four-device iPod-charging dock and Evolve wireless speakers

9 January 2008, 15:53

Charge four iPods at once!

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Microsoft rules out launching iPhone rival

9 January 2008, 15:26

Rumours are always rife that Microsoft has a competitor to the iPhone in the pipeline but today the rumours have been categorically denied by Microsoft chairman Bill Gates.

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Apple to cut costs of UK iTunes downloads

9 January 2008, 13:37

Following an investigation from European Union regulators into the cost of UK iTunes music pricing, Apple has announced it will cut prices within the next six months.

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XStreamHD makes bold claims at CES

9 January 2008, 12:42

Full 1080p content with DTS HD audio delivered direct via satellite, is XStreamHD too good to be true?

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CES organisers looking to leave behind Vegas?

9 January 2008, 10:05

Citing rising cost of hotels, food and beverage as the primary causes, organisers of CES are said to be looking for another city to host the event in future.

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