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Fight global warming with contraception says group

4 December 2009, 09:19

A group backed by David Attenborough says the most cost-effective way to combat climate change is using a condom.

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2010 FIFA World Cup to be filmed in 3D

3 December 2009, 16:58

FIFA and Sony have announced plans to produce the world's first 3D World Cup.

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Channel Five teams up with YouTube

3 December 2009, 16:13

The UK's fifth terrestrial TV channel has announced that its free-to-view programming is coming to YouTube.

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Universal combines Blu-ray and DVD on "Flipper" discs

2 December 2009, 13:00

Fed up of choosing between Blu-ray and DVD? Universal is launching Flipper discs with the Blu-Ray version of a movie on one side, and the DVD version on the other.

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Harman Kardon's GLA-55 speaker system hits retail

2 December 2009, 10:53

Clear-glass speaker system is arguably the best 2.0 solution available, says Harman Kardon.

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Virgin Media rolls out 7.2Mbps mobile broadband

1 December 2009, 12:30

Struggling to get a decent fixed-line speed? Mobile broadband may be the way forward.

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BBC not happy with Microsoft's plans to charge for iPlayer

30 November 2009, 11:21

Talks to bring the iPlayer to Xbox 360 have hit a stumbling block following Microsoft's plans to charge for the service.

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Freesat confirms upcoming addition of on-demand content from the BBC and ITV

27 November 2009, 11:03

BBC iPlayer will become available to Freesat users in December, with ITV Player following early in 2010.

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Sony Ericsson admits smartphone software problems

27 November 2009, 10:45

Mobile phone giant confirms problems with its high-end Aino handset.

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Blackberry goes Black Friday with eBay app

26 November 2009, 09:10

RIM has teamed up with online auctioneer, eBay, to offer punters a free shopping app for the holiday season.

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Report claims police arrest people to get their DNA samples

26 November 2009, 09:05

A new report coming out today in the UK claims British bobbies are arresting people simply to get their DNA on file.

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Tivo to develop next gen Virgin TV platform

25 November 2009, 12:18

Next year will see a new, improved set-top box from Virgin Media thanks to its new partnership.

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The Muppets' Bohemian Rhapsody might be the best music video you see this year

25 November 2009, 09:24

Turns out Animal can do the fandango.

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HTC Droid Eris offered at just $30 in Walmart

25 November 2009, 08:44

A slightly redesigned and repackaged version of the HTC Hero has popped up at US retail outfit, Walmart, for $30. It's not the only smartphone to get a price snip ...

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Apple tablet reportedly delayed to late 2010

23 November 2009, 08:57

Rumour has it that Apple is swapping out components in its long awaited tablet, with an OLED screen entering the mix.

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Sony to launch iTunes rival

20 November 2009, 14:40

As part of a general strategic review, Sony has finally decided it’s time to get into the online media store business.

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At last, a remote that doesn't require batteries

20 November 2009, 10:58

A couple of Japanese firms have teamed up to develop a prototype remote control that generates its own power.

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California slaps TVs with energy use mandates

19 November 2009, 16:10

The greenest American state has a programme in store for televisions, which involves making them 50 per cent more energy efficient by 2013.

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New Flip to have Wi-Fi, larger screen

19 November 2009, 15:01

Cisco has confirmed new details about its upcoming Flip refresh, including news that the new camcorders have built-in WiFi.

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UK town to get free wireless internet

17 November 2009, 13:40

The 186,000 citizens of Swindon will receive free Wi-Fi access as part of a Council-led scheme.

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Sony Ericsson XPERIA X10 hitting UK stores in February

16 November 2009, 16:44

Sony Ericsson's first Android handset has been handed a tentative launch date early in 2010.

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BBC details Freeview HD rollout schedule

16 November 2009, 16:00

Want to know if you'll be watching the 2010 World Cup on Freeview HD? Take a look at this.

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Channel 4 kicks off week of 3D TV

16 November 2009, 12:08

Don't forget to pick up your free 3D glasses for Channel 4's week of three-dimensional programming.

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Dell Mini 3 announced for China and Brazil

16 November 2009, 09:20

Dell has finally taken the plunge into the world of smartphones, testing the waters by dipping its toe into the developing markets of China and Brazil.

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