Microsoft Says Bye-bye to Yahoo!

Putting an end to months of speculation, on Friday last week, Microsoft withdrew its final $47.5 billion offer to acquire Yahoo! The conclusion of its rather long-drawn chase to acquire Yahoo! comes as a surprise to many, as it was only Saturday that we heard of a new ray of hope for a marriage between the two biggies following speculation of Microsoft sweetening its takeover bid, which the company obviously did.

Eliciting the reasons that triggered its final decision, Microsoft said that despite best efforts and a roughly $5 billion bid to acquire Yahoo!, the company did not move forward and accept the offer. Microsoft said they believe that the economics demanded by Yahoo! did not make sense for them after all, hence pulled back.

Software Prototype: Camera Mobilephone Controlling Computers In 3D

UK researchers have a developed a software prototype that will use bluetooth of the camera enabled cellphone to control the computer as if its a three dimensional mouse. See this as a Wii controller(sort of) controlling your computer moving and manipulating onscreen items simply by moving,waving the handset infront of you desktop PC. Continue reading ‘Software Prototype: Camera Mobilephone

Citizen’s Solar Powered Watch With Radio Synchronization

Citizen’s Eco-Drive VO10-6576H is the latest addition in the Alterna series of watches which are eco friendly and powered by sunlight and any artificial light that are absorbed through the crystal and dial. A solar cell transducer beneath the surface converts the light energy into electrical energy sufficient enough to power the watch.

The Citizen Alterna VO10-6573H features a durable aluminum case and has a date calendar. Water-proof of 100m. The watch is 10.2mm thick and only weighs 104g. Citizen used a spherical crystal glass in this uniquely styled radio controlled watch.

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SAMSUNG PRESENT STYLISH DUAL DISPLAY MONITOR

Samsung has revealed a new stylish monitor which has two display screens primary display with a 22-inch LCD with a resolution of 1680×1050 and secondary display with tiny 7-inch LCD with a resolution of just 800×480. The concept is that the secondary display could be used for IM chat windows, music and video players without interrupting and cluttering your primary display’s work area. Continue reading ‘Samsung Presents Stylish Dual Display Monitor’

BenQ Presents World’s Slimmest 8 Megapixel Digital Camera DSC-X800

BenQ has revealed its stunning sleek, stylish,compact digital camera which is the slimmest 8 megapixel digital camera available today. The latest innovation from Benq is just 9.8mm. The BenQ DSC X800 has a 3x optical zoom Prism-type lens, which is housed inside the camera, is the key t o its slim shape. It can photograph distant settings, and, with its 1cm micro function, objects that are close to the lens. This powerful lens technology allows to capture stunning photos with ease and grace.

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Tech Innovation: Camera Based Reading Software For Blind

Inventor Ray Kurzweil in partnership with NFB (National Federation of the Blind)have developed a camera based reading softwareknfbReader that works with Nokia N82 5 megapixel camera and has the ability to read out the text from the pictures of printed page. It also has a voice guiding recognition system that would help them to take pictures from an optimal framing point. Press a button and most printed materials will be easily read in clear synthetic speech. Continue reading ‘Tech Innovation: Camera Based Reading Software For Blind’

Free App PocketGuitar For Apple’s iPhone and iPod Touch

Though i am not a iPhone user but this innovative application has just caught my attention.. this app is a must try for iPhone users(see pic). The innovative free application will let you play virtual guitar just like a real guitar on your Apple’s iPhone and iPod Touch touchscreen. So now if you own a iPhone or Touch you can download this free application PocketGuitar from ModMyiFone.com Community Sources. What more people can play guitar and listen to a song simultaneosly. The free application for iPhone is developed by Shinya Kasatani. Continue reading ‘Free App PocketGuitar For Apple’s iPhone and iPod Touch’