Monday, October 26, 2009 - Page 2
Software

Is The Sense UI Now Available For HTC Magic Phones?

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I don’t read Chinese, nor do I own an HTC Magic. But it looks like the promised Sense UI ROM update for the HTC Magic has been made available on the HTC Taiwan site. If you own a Magic and are game to have a play around with the ROM on your phone based solely on a website in Chinese, let us know whether or not the update works…

[HTC Taiwan – Thanks Unimaginative]

Panasonic Giving Free HD Stuff When You Buy A Viera Plasma

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We’re coming up to the Christmas period, which means it’s time for special TV bundles. We’ve already seen Sony’s offering, and now Panasonic has announced that they’ll be giving away free HD gear with the purchase of Viera plasma TVs.

Entertainment

Netflix On PS3: Coming Soon

Uh, holy crap? As predicted, Netflix streaming will be available “later this year” on the PS3. Like the Xbox 360, it’ll be free with the $US8.99-a-month plan—and that’s about all there is on the details front. (AU: US only though…) [Netflix, Sony]

Computing

Acer Launching Windows Home Server In Oz Next Year

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How long have we been waiting for a Windows Home Server to launch in Australia? Well, following on from HP’s recent launch of the well-reviewed Mediasmart EX495, APC’s David Flynn has reported that Acer is planning on launching the easyStore AH340 in Australia next year.

Cars

Internode’s Simon Hackett Driving His Tesla Roadster In The Global Green Challenge

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Here’s an interesting bit of trivia for you – Internode ISP founder Simon Hackett bought himself Australia’s first Tesla Roadster, and this week he’s driving it from Darwin to Adelaide as part of the Global Green Challenge.

The iMac Cylon Mask Is Both Trick And Treat

newVideoPlayer("/imac-cylon_gizmodo.flv", 500, 375,""); Giz reader Gary Katz has definitely fixed his iMac-o’-lantern error with this wonderful and even dorkierer iMac Cylon Mask. It uses an old lamp iMac base and Larson Scan Kit, like the one used in the Cylon Pumpkin. [Thanks Gary]

TomTom XXL540 Satnav Is For The Hummer Drivers Out There

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If you like your cars big, your burgers bigger and perhaps even speak with an Austrian accent, then the XXL540 satnav is possibly your cup of tea. It features a 5-inch screen, which is – let’s face it – frickin’ huge for a satnav device.

Breakfast Wrap: Best Of The Weekend

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Blech – I don’t know about you, but I wish it was still Saturday. Fortunately we’ve got some good gadget news to warm you up!

Microsoft Sells You Windows 7 As A Download (But Only Upgrades) More Windows 7 news?

HP MediaSmart EX495 Windows Home Server Review Oh, I want one. I also want a private jet. Guess which one will come first?

Apple iMac Review: 27-inch And Less Chin I want one of these too. Do you hear me, lottery Gods?

Specs Leaked For Dell’s Super Skinny Adamo XPS Lust, you should not read this post. You might be overwhelmed…

Star Wars Uncut Trailer Teases An Incredible Fan Production I love Star Wars Nerds. Yes, that’s right. Nerds, with a capital ‘N’. Seriously guys, you’re all awesome.

Caffe Inn: The Espresso Machine That’s Right At Home On Tony Stark’s Chest

Who knew that the real power source driving Iron Man onward and upward into the stratosphere was really just a strong, trendy espresso machine?

Wattgate 381 “Audio Grade” Socket Is For Suckers Only

The Wattgate “Audio Grade” wall socket costs a mere $US147, but the crisp, unmatchable sound it will help create in your home crafts the kind of priceless memories that last a lifetime.

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