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Tuesday, January 10, 2012

drag2share: Roku Streaming Stick hands-on

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/10/roku-streaming-stick-hands-on/

The device that put MHL on the map for most every non-smartphone user was live and in person at CES, and just as you might have surmised from the renders, the Roku Streaming Stick looks like a little dongle with Roku tag on it and adds the over-the-top greatness to any MHL display. Shiny, and just as prone to finger prints as any piano glass finished product, the thickness of the device makes us wonder if it'll clear the MHL compatible HDMI port of the thinnest of HDTVs -- hopefully a small HDMI extender will be bundled in.

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Roku Streaming Stick hands-on originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 10 Jan 2012 10:19:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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drag2share: Intel takes heat for 'misleading' Ultrabook demo at CES (video)

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/10/intel-takes-heat-for-misleading-ultrabook-demo-at-ces-video/

Intel's reinvigorated Ultrabook campaign got off to a bit of a rocky start at CES yesterday, during a demo at its press conference. It all began when Intel's Mooley Eden took the stage to demonstrate the Ivy Bridge processors behind his company's forthcoming line of super-slim laptops. To do this, Eden decided to play a Codemasters game called F1 2011. At the time, it appeared that Eden was playing the game live, but as Bright Side of News editor Anshel Sag noticed, that probably wasn't the case. As you can see in the very beginning of the video (after the break), Moody instead ran a video file from VLC media player. Sag was quick to criticize Intel for misleading the audience with a pre-recorded demo, though it's worth noting that at one point, the exec made a joke about driving the game with one hand, and with no hands at all. It's still not clear, however, whether this was meant as a disclaimer. Head past the break to watch the clip for yourself.

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Intel takes heat for 'misleading' Ultrabook demo at CES (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 10 Jan 2012 11:11:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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drag2share: Telus announces Samsung Galaxy Note launch, LTE in Q1

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/10/telus-announces-samsung-galaxy-note-launch-lte-in-q1/

Well here's some pretty fab news: the Samsung Galaxy Note is en route to Canada and that network will boast LTE sometime this quarter. The LTE launch alone gives us tingles up our spines, but coupled with this useful little handset, we're overjoyed. Telus, however, didn't provide any information on the exact date of the Note's launch nor even a hint of what it might cost, but we'd expect that'll come tumbling our way soon. In the interim, have a peek at the press info, our hands-on and give our first impressions a read, won't you?

Telus announces Samsung Galaxy Note launch, LTE in Q1 originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 10 Jan 2012 12:03:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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drag2share: Samsung 2012 SmartTVs will access DirecTV without a set top box, minimalists rejoice

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/10/samsung-smart-tv-directv-without-stb/

Samsung's new range of super-thin, super-powerful Smart TVs got another big fillip at CES: the company's teamed up with DirecTV to offer its service without the use of a set top box. Hook up your TV to the connection and a STB server will replicate the full user interface, including being able to record five shows at once, live pause TV and access DVR content. The TVs will be available in Spring, but there's no mention on if the additional functionality will mean an increase on your subscription. Deep dish is after the break.

Continue reading Samsung 2012 SmartTVs will access DirecTV without a set top box, minimalists rejoice

Samsung 2012 SmartTVs will access DirecTV without a set top box, minimalists rejoice originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 10 Jan 2012 13:03:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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drag2share: Verizon teams with In Motion Technology, transforms whips into rolling 4G LTE hotspots

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/10/verizon-teams-with-in-motion-technology-transforms-whips-into-ro/

Looking to get a bit more 4G LTE access in your Maybach than what your Galaxy Nexus affords you? The wait may soon be over as Verizon and In Motion Technology have announced the first wireless mobile router tech for use in vehicles. Making use of the latter outfit's onBoard system, Aventadors everywhere can be converted into secure mobile hotspots along with a network management that monitors the status of the whole kit. VPN security is also present, in all its mobile-optimized glory. The In Motion Technology has been widely used in public safety scenarios, including the onBoard Mobile Gateway in ambulances and other municipal vehicles. If you're looking to find out more on the duo's announcement, hit the full PR just beyond the break.

Continue reading Verizon teams with In Motion Technology, transforms whips into rolling 4G LTE hotspots

Verizon teams with In Motion Technology, transforms whips into rolling 4G LTE hotspots originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 10 Jan 2012 13:15:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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