Today at CES before Microsoft’s Keynote at 6.30PM pacific time, Microsoft have announced that the next version of Windows, Windows 8, will support the System on a Chip Architecture from Intel, AMD and ARM based systems such as NVIDIA, Qualcomm and Texas Instruments.
ASUS release new Tablets for CES
It time for CES, ASUS have released four brand new tablet computers, designed for home and work use. The operating systems available for the tablets are Microsoft Windows 7 and Google Android. The ASUS tablet range will suit anyone, whatever they do on their computers. Oh and, they work with Flash… Take that iPad.
Review: Apple TV (2010)
The Apple TV is an extremely small device which aims to bring HD content to your TV set. It’s interface is simply amazing, it’s features are ahead of others but there are some small problems with it.
LG ST600 Smart TV Upgrader brings TV Apps, DLNA and a web browser to older TV’s
Straight from SEOUL is the LG ST600 Smart TV Upgrader – sounds like a mouthful but what does it do? Well, nearly all new LG TV’s have something called “Smart TV” which is a sort of gateway to the internet from your TV. You can stream videos from the internet or from another computer in your house, browse the internet in a web browser and even download “TV Apps”. However, some older TV’s are missing out on this technology and LG has came out with a fix. This little set-top-box sort of device simply plugs into your TV and boom – all the features of LG Smart TV are on your older TV set at home. No need to buy a new TV.
TECHGEEK Podcast #24: The Best Of 2010
Yes – it’s finally here. After hours and hours of Terence working and then Stewart whipping this up in just 10 minutes, it’s finally made it – The Best Of 2010 Podcast. Why has it taken so long you ask? Because it’s been a busy end of the year especially with the Gift Giveaway and all the public holidays.
Review: BigPond Ultimate USB Modem
The BigPond Ultimate USB Modem is Australia’s fastest 3GB modem and it sure meant business. Customers within 5km’s of Capital CBD’s, can receive up to and including 20 Mbps, speeds only seen on ADSL2+ connections. This is the world’s first commercial modem to use a new generation of HSPA+ technology which sends and receives data through two channels simultaneously.
Soniq leather case for iPad [Giveaway]
Since we are just full of surprises, we have more items to giveaway. This time, we have just a simple iPad case from our friends at Soniq. It’s made from genuine leather, it has a soft lining and the front cover folds back to provide a desktop typing angle. It’s worth RRP $49.00 and all you have to do is answer the below question to win it. Simple huh?
OpenBSD Security Flaw
NEWS IN BRIEF: It has been revealed that since 10 years ago, back door software has been implemented into OpenBSD’s IPsec stack.
Gregory Perry, a former developer of the operating system, has revealed that the FBI had paid developers to insert back door software into the operating system. This information has came about due to Perry’s NDA with the FBI has expired.
LIVE Podcast Giveaway Announcement
Want to know what we will be giving away during our LIVE Podcast on the 18th of December? Well here it is. And we have some big ones! We could be giving away more on the night but this is the confirmed list. It’s also really easy to win, you just need to be listening to the podcast to be in the running.
WD MyBook Essential 1TB for under $80 [Bargain Hunter]
Looking for that extra space to store your home movies, backups or important large files? Now’s the perfect time to grab a new hard drive for exactly that! You can grab this Western Digital MyBook Essential USB Hard drive with 1TB of storage for only $79. That’s right – $79. Down from an already discounted price of $89.
Dick Smith 26” LCD TV [Bargain Hunter]
Now you can enjoy TV in your room. This is a fantastic and cheap option for placing a TV in your bedroom, the kids room and even in the pool room. You can pick up this 26″ LCD TV from DSE for only $299, down from $399. A huge saving of $100.
HD PVR for under $50 [Bargain Hunter]
Get ready for digital television with this cheap Dick Smith HD Set Top Box for only $49. That’s right, it’s only $49 dollars and comes with a bonus HDMI cable! When the Australian Government turns off the analogue signal, you will be all set and watching digital TV in Full HD.
PlayStation 3 320GB Console under $500? [Bargain Hunter]
What’s this you see? That’s right – It’s a PlayStation 3 Slimline Console and for a fantastic price. This console is the latest from the Sony factory and it has a wealth of features. At for tomorrow only, you can grab it for $449. A saving of $100 at it’s RRP of $549. It also comes with the Gran Turismo 5 Game!
Vodafone LG Optimus [Bargain Hunter]
Ever wanted an entry level Android phone? Never had the cash? Or you have you been waiting for a great deal like this one? Well, Guess what! TECHGEEK.com.au has you covered. You can grab this LG Optimus Android phone on the Vodafone network for only $149. That’s right, It’s just $149 and it’s on prepaid. Usually $199, you can save a huge $40 on this entry level smartphone.
Win a Kingston 16GB DataTraveler Locker Secure USB! [Giveaway]
Thanks to our friends over at Kingston Technologies, we have a fantastic Kingston 16GB DataTraveler USB Flash Drive to give away (worth $115 RRP). This Secure USB device allows you to store and protect your data with encryption and password protected directories. If your drive is lost or stolen, your data will be 100% safe. Your password is the only thing that will unlock it.