Wednesday, August 18, 2010

Tech News Today

Facebook rumored to launch location-based service

Facebook will reportedly launch a location-based service today. This could compete with Foursquare and similar services. Facebook's goal for the service is unclear. Some analysts are worried about privacy implications

U.S. tech firms target students

U.S. technology companies are worried about an upcoming shortage of workers. They are pushing for more science and math education. And they are creating programs to interest students in technology-related fields.

Droid 2 Becomes Latest Addition to Popular Droid Family

The Motorola Droid 2 is a serious upgrade over its popular predecessor, packing a 1GHz OMAP processor into a device with a physical QWERTY keyboard and 3.7-inch screen and running Android 2.2. The Droid 2 follows the extremely popular Droid X, HTC Droid Incredible and the original Droid, of course. We walk you through the highly sought-after lineup. In related news, Droid 2 may be headed for an "Antennagate" of its own.

Fujifilm launches new 3-D camera

Fujifilm just launched a new camera that takes 3-D pictures. The camera can display 3-D images without using glasses. Fujifilm also offers a 3-D printing service. Again, glasses are not required to view the printed photos.

Chrome Web Store coming in October?

A recent presentation indicated that Google's Chrome Web Store should be ready by October, and that would mean devices couldn't be that far behind

Apple supply manager in hot water

A former Apple supply manager is currently under investigation. He was allegedly selling secret information to foreign manufacturers. He would then receive kickbacks on all Apple products they sold. He has pleaded not guilty

Former HP chief eyeing career options

Mark Hurd, who recently resigned from HP due to conduct stemming from a relationship with a contractor, says several companies have contacted him about a job, according to The Wall Street Journal

Microsoft Flight Simulator returns as MS Flight

Microsoft discontinued its Flight Simulator software in 2009. Many will be interested to know Microsoft is bringing it back as MS Flight. BOUT TIME. Redmond is resurrecting its nearly 30-year-old Flight Simulator franchise with a new PC game in the early stages of development. Also making a comeback: Age of Empires

Dell Streak tablet: Unboxing and comparison photos

The Dell Streak is technically an Android tablet -- one of the first to hit the market -- but it's actually a lot more like a smartphone. Take a look in our full unboxing and comparison gallery.

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Note: Cross posted from nutzworld.com.

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