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- Nokia PureView 808 pops up at the FCC, has innards splayed across the internet
- HBO Go and Max Go get Android 4.0 phone support, skip tablets for now
- Microsoft talks DVD, Media Center support in Windows 8 and why most won't miss it
- Third betas of Adobe Flash 11.3, AIR 3.3 give peeks at low-lag audio and deeper iOS support
- New metal mix could lead to cheap, plentiful sodium-ion batteries in gadgets
- XCOR Lynx propulsion tech tests well on motorcycle, suborbital trip still pricey
- Adobe issues security update for Flash player, warns against IE exploit
- Nokia Drive, Transport features revealed, not yet heading to a Lumia near you
- BMW, Daimler partner on ultra-light Visio.M city EV
- First solar-powered boat to circle the world pulls into home port, contemplates next move
- Dish Network, AMC dispute could see the network's channels dropped this summer
- Dundee student designs Passive Play toy cube to stimulate parent interaction with autistic children
- Microsoft reminds users of Windows Mobile Marketplace's imminent demise
- AT&T CEO voices regret over iPhone unlimited data model
- UC Berkeley freshman shows us his ridiculously automated dorm (video)
- Listen to the Engadget Mobile Podcast, live at 5PM ET!
- Xamarin's XobotOS opens prospect of Android port to C#, can of worms
- Engadget Podcast 292 - 05.04.2012
- Spike TV airing Microsoft's 'Xbox: Entertainment Evolved' from E3, also coming to Xbox Live
- Samsung biological analysis patent app has your best heart at interest
| Nokia PureView 808 pops up at the FCC, has innards splayed across the internet Posted: 05 May 2012 09:22 AM PDT
'Twas only a matter of time, we suppose, before Uncle Sam got his mitts on Nokia's mobile imaging monster, the 808 Pureview, and that time is now. The folks at the FCC got a real good look at the Symbian handset sporting a 41-megapixel shooter, and have torn it asunder to ensure it's safe for human use. Before you go thinking that this visit to the FCC means that the 808's coming to American carriers, recall that Nokia's already nixed that idea. That said, if you're like us, that won't deter you from wanting to check out the drool-inducing pics of its innards in our gallery below. And, naturally, there's all the electromagnetic measurements you can handle at the source link. |
| HBO Go and Max Go get Android 4.0 phone support, skip tablets for now Posted: 05 May 2012 08:34 AM PDT
Those with Android 4.0 phones like the HTC One X have been left out of watching HBO Go and Max Go on the road so far. New updates to the respective mobile apps take care of that: either premium channel will now stream directly to a phone running Google's latest OS (assuming you're subscribed to pay-TV, that is). Speed-ups and bug fixes are in the upgrades, too. Oddly, Android 4.0 tablets have yet to make the leap, ruling out your Transformer Pad TF300 for catching up on episodes of True Blood. |
| Microsoft talks DVD, Media Center support in Windows 8 and why most won't miss it Posted: 05 May 2012 07:28 AM PDT |
| Third betas of Adobe Flash 11.3, AIR 3.3 give peeks at low-lag audio and deeper iOS support Posted: 05 May 2012 05:14 AM PDT
Adobe's famous desktop browser plugin may be looking forward to a 2013 overhaul, but that doesn't mean it isn't out to improve itself in the here and now. Flash Player's 11.3 beta, for instance, rolls in low latency audio support through NetStream, designed specifically to cut back audio lag in cloud gaming. The beta also introduces support for complete keyboard control when in full-screen mode, background Flash updating on Macs, and a Protected Mode for Firefox that keeps rogue Flash files from compromising Windows PCs using Vista or later. The AIR 3.3 beta, on the other hand, smooths the runtime's iOS experience, allowing compiled apps to run in the background more like their natively-compiled siblings. It's also friendlier to developers, with new USB debugging and simulator support that now doesn't require a physical device. Android 4.0 users aren't entirely left out, getting stylus support for AIR apps on their platform. Adobe hasn't said when the finished versions of Flash 11.3 and AIR 3.3 will reach its servers, but if you're willing to live life on the bleeding edge, you can find the download links below. |
| New metal mix could lead to cheap, plentiful sodium-ion batteries in gadgets Posted: 05 May 2012 03:03 AM PDT
Lithium batteries very frequently power our gadgets, but the material itself isn't common and, by extension, isn't cheap. Researchers at the Tokyo University of Science aim to solve that through sodium-ion batteries using a new electrode material. By mixing together oxides of iron, manganese and sodium, Shinichi Komaba and team have managed to get a sodium battery's electrode holding a charge closer to that of a lithium-ion battery while using a much more abundant material. Having just 30 total charges means this simplest form of sodium-ion battery technology could be years away from finding a home in your next smartphone or EV, although it's not the only option. Argonne National Laboratory's Chris Johnson has co-developed a more exotic vanadium pentoxide electrode that could produce 200 charges while keeping the battery itself made out of an ingredient you more often find in your table salt than your mobile gear. [Image credit: Hi-Res Images of Chemical Elements] |
| XCOR Lynx propulsion tech tests well on motorcycle, suborbital trip still pricey Posted: 05 May 2012 12:43 AM PDT
Before parting with $95,000 to secure a spot on the Lynx suborbital flight, you'd want to make sure the spacecraft was safe, right? XCOR doesn't blame you: it recently tested out its piston pump technology on a Triumph Street Triple motorcycle with great results. Sure, it's not the same as flying to the edge of space, but the Triumph has the same cylinder arrangement as the Lynx's liquid oxygen and kerosene fuel pumps and develops a similar amount of horsepower. It's also loads cheaper than testing in the laboratory. The bike took a 20-hour drive (the equivalent of 400 Lynx flights, according to XCOR) along Route 66 without the piston pump suffering any wear and tear. So if propulsion-related safety concerns -- and not the depth of your wallet -- were holding you back from nabbing a seat on the Lynx, you might feel a tad more inclined to whip out the plastic now. Head past the break for the full PR, plus a video of the piston-pumped Triumph in action.
May 3, 2012, Mojave, CA: XCOR's innovative piston pump technology took a ride from Roswell, NM to Mojave, CA in April 2012. "We debated how best to put many hours of wear time on the critical bearing components of our rocket propellant piston pump, that are subject to significant wear and tear," said Dan DeLong, XCOR Chief Engineer. "This particular motorcycle, the Triumph Street Triple, develops about the same horsepower and has the same cylinder arrangement as the liquid oxygen and kerosene fuel pumps for the Lynx suborbital spacecraft. That makes it ideal for a long-life pump test platform. The bike is much less expensive to operate than the full up rocket pump test stand. We're adding hours of run time each ride, not just minutes." The motorcycle was customized for the XCOR rocket piston pump technology and then shipped to Motion Performance in Roswell. There XCOR engineers finished modifying and testing the bike for the trip. After making presentations at local schools with the bike as part of XCOR's ongoing Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) educational outreach efforts, the XCOR team was given a send-off by Roswell Mayor Del Jurney and members of the Roswell-Chaves County Economic Development Corporation. The trip symbolically started at the Robert Goddard Museum which honors the father of modern liquid rocketry and his early pioneering work in Roswell. "We put twenty hours--the equivalent of 400 Lynx flights--on the rocket pump bearings by driving from Roswell to Mojave taking periodic data readings along the way to make sure things were in good condition," remarked Dan. "The trip was a great success and the bike performed flawlessly. Plus we got to drive through some of the most spectacular parts of the American Southwest." "XCOR continues to solidify its reputation as an innovative, nimble company when it comes to research and development practices," commented XCOR Chief Operating Officer, Andrew Nelson. "This test would have cost us over $500 per minute had we operated it on a traditional pump test stand. The entire trip represented about half a million dollars in net savings in both time and money for the company. More importantly, it validated that our critical pump subassemblies will have the ultra-long life needed to meet the safety needs of our customers and a vehicle that is designed to fly thousands of times over many years. Oh, and everyone had a lot of fun along the way!" "We saw some amazing country," remarked XCOR Senior Engineer and principal driver Mike Valant, "we traveled through New Mexico, passing the Very Large Array, then turned northwards to Route 66, traveling as much of the old highway as possible. Meteor Crater was a highlight, as well as the towns of Holbrook, Seligman, Kingman, Oatman, all the classic waypoints on the Mother Road. We drove through sun, snow, rain and everything in-between. Personally for me, it was one of the greatest adventures I've had. It was challenging, and there was a lot of payoff. In addition to keeping the bike on the road through all the weather, we had to pay attention to how it was behaving and make sure there was no trouble. "The data show no discernible difference in bearing wear between when we started and when we finished," remarked Dan DeLong. "I call that a success." |
| Adobe issues security update for Flash player, warns against IE exploit Posted: 04 May 2012 09:37 PM PDT
Internet Explorer associated with an exploit? Color us shocked. Facetiousness aside, it's seriously about time you switched over to Chrome or Firefox (as a mitigation tool; not a foolproof solution), and if you're a desktop user relying on Flash Player, well... it's about time you updated that, too. Adobe has just released a security update for Flash Player 11.2.202.233 and earlier versions for Windows, Macintosh and Linux, Adobe Flash Player 11.1.115.7 and earlier versions for Android 4.x, and Adobe Flash Player 11.1.111.8 and earlier versions for Android 3.x and 2.x. We're told that these updates "address an object confusion vulnerability (CVE-2012-0779) that could cause the application to crash and potentially allow an attacker to take control of the affected system." Adobe specifically mentions an exploit that targets Flash Player on Internet Explorer for Windows, where a user is duped into clicking on a malicious file delivered in an email message. Hit up the source link for more information on getting your system out of The Danger Zone. Which, conveniently, can be looped as you update with a click after the break. |
| Nokia Drive, Transport features revealed, not yet heading to a Lumia near you Posted: 04 May 2012 08:44 PM PDT
Did you think the addition of offline maps was the end of the update road for Nokia Drive? That's simply not so. After previewing the planned 3.0 refresh for us at Mobile World Congress, it appears Espoo's drawing closer to a finalized version of the Windows Phone app, bringing with it the ability to learn driving habits, display real-time movement and traffic on the homescreen live tile, as well as allowing users to manually adjust routes. The Finnish company's Transport app will also be seeing a bump up to version 2.0, letting users see nearby transit options based on their location, transfers and scheduling for 87 countries, amongst other features. There's no word on precisely when Lumia owners can expect to see this one-two navigation punch hit their handsets, but we're guessing sooner rather than later. |
| BMW, Daimler partner on ultra-light Visio.M city EV Posted: 04 May 2012 07:17 PM PDT
If you like the idea of German electric vehicles like the BMW i3 and i8, but you're worried they may be more than you really need when they arrive next year, you'll be glad to know that a more to-the-point EV auf Deutsch is on the way. Along with Munich's Technische Universitaet Muenchen (TUM), BMW, Daimler and 14 others are jointly developing the Visio.M urban runabout. While it should only muster the equivalent of 20 horsepower, it should be about 45 percent lighter than a Smart Fortwo -- important when you want to use a small battery to keep the cost down. The project is also tackling safety and other chronic problems with tiny electric cars. TUM's MUTE prototype (pictured here) is serving as the testbed for the technology being rolled into the Visio.M, although the €10.8 million ($14.2 million) in funding from Germany's Federal Ministry for Education and Research is expected to produce something more original when the EV project reaches its eventual close. Project Visio.M: Electric mass mobility for urban environments. 03.05.2012 Munich. Electric vehicles powered by electricity from renewable energy sources are an attractive option for mobility within the urban area and beyond. However, previous approaches lead to vehicles that either are too heavy and too expensive or do not meet mass-market safety requirements. Within the joint research project Visio.M scientists at the Technische Universitaet Muenchen (TUM), in cooperation with engineers from the automotive industry, will develop concepts to produce electric cars that are efficient, safe, and inexpensive. Lead manager of the project is BMW AG. The project has a total volume of 10.8 million euros and is funded by the German Federal Ministry for Education and Research (BMBF). Electric cars are silent and cause no emissions where they go. Therefore, they are considered an important option for future individual mobility in urban areas and beyond. But on the way to mass production of electric vehicles, there are still significant technological hurdles to overcome. Previous small electric vehicles offer only a minimum level of vehicle safety and therefore are not mass-marketable. Electric cars that were derived from gasoline-powered models are usually too heavy and require large and expensive batteries. Within the joint research project Visio.M well known companies of the German automotive industry, together with scientists from the Technische Universitaet Muenchen, explore how the price and safety of small, efficient electric vehicles can be brought to a level enabling them to achieve a significant share of the mass market. The mobility concept deriving from these visionaries will be a vehicle with a power of 15 kilowatts and a maximum curb weight of 400 kg (without battery), meeting the requirements of the European regulatory category L7e. The consortium partners use the electric vehicle prototype MUTE developed by the TU Muenchen as their test carrier to explore innovations and new technologies for vehicle safety, propulsion, energy storage, and operational concepts for implementation under the framework requirements of large-scale production. Special attention is given to safety-related design issues. Despite minimal weight, Visio.M is expected to achieve a level of protection equal to that offered by conventional cars with combustion engines. Participants in the Visio.M consortium are, in addition to the automotive companies BMW AG (lead manager) and Daimler AG, the Technische Universitaet Muenchen as a scientific partner, and Autoliv BV & Co. KG, the Federal Highway Research Institute (BAST), Continental Automotive GmbH, E.ON AG, Finepower GmbH, Hyve AG, IAV GmbH, InnoZ GmbH, Intermap Technologies GmbH, LION Smart GmbH, Neumayer Tekfor Holding GmbH, Siemens AG, Texas Instruments Germany GmbH and TÜV SÜD AG as industrial partners. The project is funded under the priority program "Key Technologies for Electric Mobility - STROM" of the Federal Ministry for Education and Research (BMBF). |
| First solar-powered boat to circle the world pulls into home port, contemplates next move Posted: 04 May 2012 05:54 PM PDT
It's been two years since we last heard of the 98-foot-long solar-powered boat, which at the time was gearing up for its big journey around the world. Well, some 19 months and 37,286 miles after setting sail from Monaco, the MS Turanor PlanetSolar has finally made it home. The PlanetSolar broke four Guinness world records along the way, including the all-important "first circumnavigation by solar-powered boat," and it made stops on six continents to promote solar energy. Oh, and the team fended off Somalian pirates in the process, too. Now that it has a moment to catch its breath and soak up some rays at leisure, the MS Turanor could become any number of things -- from the world's largest solar battery to a "green luxury yacht." The latter option would certainly befit its chichi home port. |
| Dish Network, AMC dispute could see the network's channels dropped this summer Posted: 04 May 2012 04:42 PM PDT
It wasn't that long ago that Dish Network was proudly offering AMC HD to its customers (especially since DirecTV didn't, which has since been rectified) but now the company is willing to let the network's contract expire this summer, taking new episodes of Mad Men, Breaking Bad and The Walking Dead away from subscribers. The source of the sudden animosity, according to a press release from AMC, is continuing litigation between it and Dish Network over dropping the Voom HD channels back in 2008, leading to them going dark soon after. The LA Times reports Dish Network claims the denial of its appeal on a decision in the case has nothing to do with its sudden change of heart is solely about AMC's high renewal cost for a relatively low viewership. Whatever you believe, the sniping and threats will likely continue right up until the contract runs out June 30th, which is at least long enough for this season of Mad Men to finish on its own. As DISH's Latest Appeal Is Denied, It Threatens to Drop AMC Networks New York, NY, May 4, 2012 – As a result of a new ruling in the ongoing VOOM HD/DISH litigation, the case will now be set for trial. In the latest ruling, filed on Thursday, April 26, 2012, the Appellate Division of the New York State Supreme Court denied DISH's application to further appeal a prior trial court decision sanctioning it for bad-faith destruction of evidence in the case. The case began in 2008, when VOOM HD (an indirect subsidiary of AMC Networks (NASDAQ: AMCX)) sued DISH Network for breach of contract. The case concerns a contract in which DISH agreed to carry a suite of HD networks known as VOOM for 15 years. In early 2008, DISH improperly terminated the VOOM contract, and VOOM HD filed suit, seeking over $2.5 billion in damages. In a pre-trial ruling, the trial court judge ruled that DISH had destroyed evidence in the case, citing DISH's "pattern of egregious conduct and questionable – and, at times, blatantly improper – litigation tactics." The Appellate Division recently affirmed the trial court ruling, writing that DISH "acted in bad faith in destroying electronically stored evidence."? And on April 26, 2012, the Appellate Division denied DISH leave to further appeal the decision, leaving the case to be set for trial. Within days of the denial of DISH's final avenue of pre-trial appeal, DISH informed AMC Networks of its intention to drop its award-winning networks. In response to the latest developments, AMC Networks released the following statement: "AMC Networks has some of the most acclaimed programming on television, with shows like "Mad Men," "The Walking Dead" and "Breaking Bad." In fact, AMC's "The Walking Dead" is the number one scripted drama with DISH subscribers.* It is unfortunate that, because of setbacks in an unrelated litigation, DISH even suggests that they might deny their customers access to some of their favorite networks and shows that are offered by every other major satellite and cable TV provider." *Source: Nielsen Media Research 4Q11-1Q12 A18-49 (000) Dish Universe |
| Dundee student designs Passive Play toy cube to stimulate parent interaction with autistic children Posted: 04 May 2012 03:47 PM PDT
A University of Dundee scholar has been working on a wonderful tool that aims to evoke the emotional connection between children with autism and their parents. While we've seen novelties like the My Keepon in the past, any addition to the cause is always a pleasant one, and the Passive Play's no exception. The concept comes in the form of an interactive toy cube for the kid (pictured above), which pairs up with an iOS app and allows the parent to see any interaction the little one is having with the device. Passive Play's creator, Tom Kirkman, says his inspiration comes from "wanting to learn more about autism," and in case you happen to be in the UK, he'll be showing off the project at Dundee University later this month. For all those details, be sure to check out the PR after the break. A student at the University of Dundee has designed an innovative concept that looks at how autistic children can interact and connect with their parents through play. 'Autism is a lifelong developmental disability that affects how a person communicates Parents with child that are affect by autism can often feel isolated from their child and this PASSIVE PLAY Passive Play is a vision that explores the complex developmental disability, Autism. This project draws inspiration from wanting to learn more about Autism. Tom, a father Tom will be exhibiting his Honours Project at: DJCAD at Dundee University Degree Show between the dates: 19th May to 27th May 2012; Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art & Design Digital Interaction Design (DiXD) at Dundee University Digital Interaction Design at Dundee is all about being more creative and sensitive about |
| Microsoft reminds users of Windows Mobile Marketplace's imminent demise Posted: 04 May 2012 02:56 PM PDT
It truly is the end of an era. In just under two weeks, Microsoft will follow through with its plan to shutter the Windows Mobile 6.x Marketplace for good. In a cautionary email, Redmond asked that those still using a WM device "install any available updates in advance of the [...] shut-down," scheduled for May 17th. Not all hope is lost for the antiquated mobile operating system, though, as the announcement reminds technology holdouts that application updates can be acquired directly from developers (good luck with that). If you're out on the town this evening having a few drinks with friends, remember to pour one out for Windows Mobile, a true OG smartphone operating system. |
| AT&T CEO voices regret over iPhone unlimited data model Posted: 04 May 2012 02:20 PM PDT
It's always refreshing to hear the head of a major corporation cop to past mistakes -- particularly in front of a large crowd of on-lookers. AT&T CEO Randall Stephenson admitted some misgivings about the way the carrier handled iPhone data, telling a crowd at the Milken Institute's Global Conference in Los Angeles, "My only regret was how we introduced pricing in the beginning, because how did we introduce pricing? Thirty dollars and you get all you can eat." Stephenson drove the point home by adding, "Every additional megabyte you use in this network, I have to invest capital." And, for the record, that certainly wasn't the only thing about the iPhone that kept the exec up at night. Stephenson again,
No one ahead said it was easy being the chief. |
| UC Berkeley freshman shows us his ridiculously automated dorm (video) Posted: 04 May 2012 01:52 PM PDT
Besides beer pong, the whole point of going away to college is to blossom into an independent, motivated, self-sufficient adult. That is, of course, unless your dorm's name is BRAD (Berkeley Ridiculously Automated Dorm), where freshman Derek Low controls devices all around his room without even getting out of bed. An app on his phone can adjust ambient lighting and curtain position depending on the situation. His laptop uses Dragon Dictate to turn shouts into tasks his pile of servos and motors can accomplish. Just saying "Romantic mode" makes a disco ball pop out of the ceiling and plays the epically passionate Elton John song, "Can You Feel The Love Tonight." As if that wasn't enough, the emergency "party mode" button located next to the bed activates a bunch of lasers and strobes, as well as fog and blacklights while a bumpin' stereo system cranks out dance music. This dorm is clearly every college freshman's dream. I mean, who wouldn't want to wake up with Justin Bieber every morning? Check out the video after the break.
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| Listen to the Engadget Mobile Podcast, live at 5PM ET! Posted: 04 May 2012 01:30 PM PDT
Samsung Galaxy S III. BlackBerry World. Phones with crazy amounts of RAM. Yeah, we'd say it was a pretty amazing week in mobile news, and CTIA hasn't even arrived yet! We'll have Myriam, Brad, Joseph and Mat Smith on tonight's Engadget Mobile Podcast, and we all have plenty to say about it. We have a hunch that you have an opinion as well, so join us tonight! May 4, 2012 5:00 PM EDT |
| Xamarin's XobotOS opens prospect of Android port to C#, can of worms Posted: 04 May 2012 01:16 PM PDT
Would it be ironic if Android developers did an end-run around Microsoft patents by using Microsoft's own C#? Or if Google kiboshed its Oracle brouhaha with the aid of none other than Redmond? We're asking because Xamarin, the wacky open source implementer of .NET, has ported Android to Microsoft's C# with its XobotOS project. Although just an experiment and unlikely to solve Google's issues, the team showed that running the robot on C# instead of Java gave fewer coding limitations, better battery life and direct graphics access. Additionally, Xamarin reports "massive" speed gains on its HTC Flyer and Acer Iconia when running the side-project port -- no surprise given C#'s machine heritage. Sure, it's pure speculation that Mountain View and its developers would ever change their Java MO, but a little patent relief and faster Android devices in one kill shot? That's a sweet idea. |
| Engadget Podcast 292 - 05.04.2012 Posted: 04 May 2012 12:45 PM PDT  The Engadget Podcast: it's a lot like Two and a Half Men, only you have to guess who the half is, and with lots more Galaxy S III news. Host: Brian Heater, Terrence O'Brien, Michael Gorman Subscribe to the podcast [iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in iTunes (enhanced AAC). [RSS MP3] Add the Engadget Podcast feed (in MP3) to your RSS aggregator and have the show delivered automatically. [RSS AAC] Add the Engadget Podcast feed (in enhanced AAC) to your RSS aggregator. [Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in the Zune Marketplace.
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| Spike TV airing Microsoft's 'Xbox: Entertainment Evolved' from E3, also coming to Xbox Live Posted: 04 May 2012 12:24 PM PDT
Similar to last year's airing of Microsoft's E3 keynote, Spike TV's once again offering gamers who won't be making the trip to Los Angeles a quick way to enjoy a little bit of the show. The famed Major Nelson revealed the news that Spike TV will be showing the entire 90-minute Xbox: Entertainment Evolved event live on its network, which takes place on June 4th at 12:30PM Eastern time -- of course, we'll be there covering it. Unlike in 2011, though, now you'll also be able to check out whatever Redmond has in store for us as it airs on TV straight from your console via Xbox Live. Sadly, we know that won't be some new Xbox hardware... E3 All Access Live Preview Spike TV To Present "Xbox: Entertainment Evolved" Exclusive From E3 2012 Ninety-Minute Special to Include the World Premiere of "Halo 4" Telecasting Live and Commercial-Free on Spike NEW YORK, May 3, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Spike TV is partnering with Microsoft Corp for live and commercial-free coverage of the Xbox Media Briefing at the 2012 Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3), the game industry's leading trade show on Monday, June 4 at 12:30pm ET / 9:30am PT. "Xbox: Entertainment Evolved" will take viewers on a 90-minute journey through the future of the Xbox 360 platform with world premieres of blockbuster games and entertainment experiences set for release in 2012 and beyond. The special event telecasts as part of Spike TV's "E3 All Access Live" live program, which features more than 17 hours of multi-platform coverage from the 2012 Electronic Entertainment Expo. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110419/NY85419LOGO) "Spike is proud to be the top destination for breaking news at E3 2012, highlighted by the much-anticipated 'Xbox: Entertainment Evolved' special event, which will be available for viewing in a record number of media platforms as a part of 'E3 All Access Live,'" said Jon Slusser, Senior Vice President, Sports and Multi-platform Programming, Spike TV. "Xbox: Entertainment Evolved," hosted by "GTTV's" Geoff Keighley, will telecast live from the USC's Galen Center in Los Angeles. During the event, Microsoft will offer an exclusive world premiere of "Halo 4," as well as present brand-new looks at "Forza Horizon," "Fable: The Journey," and world premieres of the most anticipated games of 2012 and beyond from Microsoft Studios and third party publishers. In addition, Xbox will outline how it is working with leading content partners to bring entertainment to life in profound new ways that are only possible on Xbox 360. "E3 2012 will be an important milestone for Xbox, and we can't wait to share our vision for how we are making the entertainment you love, more amazing with fans live across Spike TV, online, and, for the first time, on Xbox LIVE," said Yusuf Mehdi, Chief Marketing Officer of Microsoft's Interactive Entertainment Business. The exclusive broadcast of "Xbox: Entertainment Evolved" kicks off Spike's "E3 All Access Live" coverage on Monday, June 4. The network will deliver more than 17 hours of live E3-related programming, including gaming exclusives across multiple platforms from its state of the art HD studio overlooking the Los Angeles Convention Center. Spike's "E3 All Access Live" will unveil the biggest games of E3 before any other network with breaking news, live demonstrations, world premiere trailers, in-depth interviews and expert analysis. Spike's 2011 live E3 multi-platform special was the number one destination for E3 coverage last year*, garnering more than 10 million combined online and on-air viewers, and was also the largest live streaming event in Viacom history. In addition to airing on Spike TV, Viacom Media Networks and Xbox will make "Entertainment Evolved" available across a record number of digital platforms and screens, including a live broadcast on Xbox Live and a live, high-definition global video stream on the Internet, powered by the Akamai HD Network platform. The event will also air live in Times Square and will be streamed on Facebook, Twitter, mobile platforms, Spike.com, Xbox.com/E3 and more. For a sneak peek into Spike's "E3 All Access Live" and Microsoft's "Xbox: Entertainment Evolved," please visit http://www.spike.com/video-clips/7hlxh5/. Spike TV is available in 98.7 million homes and is a division of Viacom Media Networks. A unit of Viacom (NASDAQ: VIA, VIAB), Viacom Media Networks is one of the world's leading creators of programming and content across all media platforms. Spike TV's Internet address is www.spike.com and for up-to-the-minute and archival press information and photographs, visit Spike TV's press site at http://www.spike.com/press. Follow us on Twitter @spiketvpr for the latest in breaking news updates, behind-the-scenes information and photos. Xbox 360 is a premier home entertainment and video game system. Thanks to the addition of Kinect, Xbox 360 will forever transform social gaming and entertainment with a whole new way to play - no controller required. Xbox 360 is also home to the best and broadest games as well as one of the world's largest on-demand libraries of music, standard- and high-definition movies, TV shows and digital games, all in one place. The entertainment center of the living room, Xbox 360 blends unbeatable content with a leading social entertainment network of 40 million Xbox LIVE members to create a limitless entertainment experience that can be shared at home or across the globe. More information about Xbox 360 can be found online at http://www.xbox.com. *Spike TV was #1 on cable and broadcast TV for men 12-34 throughout E3 2011 (source: MultiTrak Live Same Day #1 among M12-34 in the 12-5 p time period) SOURCE Spike TV |
| Samsung biological analysis patent app has your best heart at interest Posted: 04 May 2012 11:59 AM PDT
In Patent-application-land, the hills roll on forever, while buttercups gently ripple with the breeze. Anything is possible in Patent-application-land. In this particular filling, Samsung lays out some ideas about helping you to keep your health in check. An "internet phone" and a "biological analysis device" would combine to send your vitals off to a diagnosis server, hospital or remote doctor. There's also a provision for the use of "biochips," which we hope refers to a data gathering medium, and not a half-time snack. While we're not sure if this was a precursor to the freshly announced S-health service, if this ever came to be, at least you wouldn't need to leave the house to get that agoraphobia diagnosis. |
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