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19 November 2009
News: Intel fixes Windows 7 SSD upgrade

After pulling a firmware upgrade for its X25-M consumer solid state drive last month due to user complaints, Intel indicated that it would be re-issuing the upgrade by the end of this month.
14 November 2009
News: It shouldn't happen to an IT admin: 6 daft support calls

An IT support specialist recalls some of the strangest and funniest calls he ever took.
09 November 2009
News: Intel Atom helps microprocessor sales hit record high

Intel's Atom processor, which is used in netbooks, helped PC microprocessor makers sell record numbers of chips during the third quarter, although the overall value of the market fell, according to market researcher IDC.
News: Intel Kilmer Peak offers 2.3GHz, 3.5GHz WiMax

After keeping operators and users alike waiting for nearly a year, Intel has begun production of a wireless chipset, called Kilmer Peak, that will support three versions of WiMax, 2.3GHz, 2.5GHz and 3.5GHz.
News: Gigabyte fixes Windows 7/iPhone sync problem

Gigabyte Technology issued a BIOS update on Friday that fixes a problem for some Windows 7 users who have been unable to sync their iPhones.
News: iPhone worm Ikee spreads Rick Astley wallpaper

The first worm written for Apple's iPhone has been unleashed and is infecting Apple phones in Australia.
04 November 2009
News: HP says Windows 7 printer drivers coming soon

HP has revealed it expects to release Windows 7 drivers for its printers soon, as there are currently no compatible drivers.
03 November 2009
News: Canon launches iPhone printing app

Canon has introduced Easy-PhotoPrint for iPhone, a free application for iPhone and iPod touch.
News: Canon iPhone app lets users print from handset

Canon hasunveiled an iPhone app that lets users print pictures stored on their handset, without the need for a PC.
News: Faster Intel CULV laptop chips coming in Q1

Acer executives have grumbled about the performance of Intel's processors for thin and light laptops but suggested that faster chips are coming early next year.
31 October 2009
News: Hands on with Toshiba's Dynario fuel cell charger

Toshiba's direct methanol fuel cell (DMFC) first hit our radars when the prototype was released in 2003. This week, the company finally began shipping the Dynario - its first commercial fuel cell charger. So we've taken a look at the charger and its uses.
News: The mobile chip battle: ARM vs Intel Atom

Over the last quarter of a century, Intel has become the leader when it comes to microprocessors. The company has covered every mark, from desktops to laptops and CPU's. Even Apple has joined the choir.
30 October 2009
News: Intel aims to go green with cloud computing

EMC is working with Intel on a more energy-efficient version of EMC's Atmos cloud storage system that should be available in the second half of next year, the companies said Thursday.
29 October 2009
News: Nintendo DSi with larger screen by Christmas

Nintendo is planning to launch a new version of its DSi handheld gaming device with a larger screen possibly before the end of this year, The Nikkei business daily reported on Tuesday.
20 October 2009
News: Apple debuts multi-touch Magic Mouse

Apple has given the 2005-vintage Mighty Mouse and its wireless sibling the proverbial finger, replacing them with a new wireless £55 Magic Mouse that features a multi-touch surface on its entire top side.
News: AMD launches first triple-core Athlons

AMD announced a new range of desktop microprocessors, including its first Athlon triple-core processors.
12 October 2009
News: LG develops solar panel for Sony e-book reader

South Korea's LG Display has developed a solar panel for an e-book reader and plans to commercialise it around 2012.
News: HD micro projectors set for phones and laptops

Japan's QD Laser has developed a compact green laser that could energize the market for high-definition micro-projectors.
News: TDK's 320GB optical disc beats Blu-ray

TDK has developed a prototype optical disc that can hold up to 320GB of information -- that's more than six times the current highest-capacity media available.
09 October 2009
Video: World Technology Update - 09 October 2009

In this week’s show Toshiba announces its Cell Regza TV, Nissan shows off prototype car collision prevention technology, Kohjinsha displays a dual screen laptop, Yamaha develops a speaker made of cloth, NTT DoCoMo lets you pitch an email, Alps Electric sends data through your body and Fujitsu analyzes your golf swing.