Google might give away 100GB of free cloud storage to Chromebook buyers

. Consumers who bought one of Google's (GOOG) browser-based Chromebook computers may soon be getting 100GB of free cloud storage through Google Drive. A man by the name of François Beaufort recently discovered a piece of code in the Chromium source that states "Get 100 GB free with Google Drive,” according to Chrome Story. Google normally charges $4.99 per month for the 100GB option, so the Mountain View-based company's generosity will allow Chromebook owners to save almost $60 a year.

Boy Genius Report , Google might give away 100GB of free cloud storage to Chromebook buyers, Google might give away 100GB of free cloud storage to Chromebook buyers

China's new liquid oxygen and kerosene-fueled rocket engine lights up for testing

Liquid oxygen and kerosene, that's what fuels China's new - and freshly tested - rocket engine. When fired up on Sunday, it withstood temperatures as high as 5,432 degrees Fahrenheit (3,000 degrees Celsius) for 200 seconds and powered through almost 20,000 revolutions per minute in a rotational test. "The successful tests confirm the reliability of China's LOX / kerosene engine," test commander Lai Daichu told China Daily.

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$19 unlimited data plan from Republic Wireless is back

. Attention smartphone users tired of expensive plans and data caps: there is an alternative. Engadget reports that Republic Wireless has now reopened its beta program that offers users unlimited voice and data services for just $19 per month.

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JAVOedge New iPad / iPad 2 Paisley Flex Sleeve Case Review

Lately, I've gone for a more minimal approach with cases and covers for my iPad.  I even tried using it completely caseless for a while, but I finally went back to the snap-on back cover after I dropped my iPad.  I still haven't added back the Smart Cover, but I wanted something to protect the screen while the iPad was in my purse.  I stumbled upon the New iPad/iPad 2 Flex Sleeve Case from JAVOedge that looked like exactly what I wanted.  It was a sleeve case with a bonus, because it could fold up into a stand when I wanted one.  JAVOedge was kind enough to send a sample to The Gadgeteer for review. .









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Clarion Next GATE now available

A couple of months ago, Clarion announced the launch of its Next GATE smartphone controller – a nifty in-car dashboard attachment that lets you easily control your iPhone without having to look at the phone itself. All users have to do is launch an app on their iPhone, hook up it up with the Next GATE and they're good to go. Through Clarion's Next GATE, users can activate Siri, make calls, send texts and emails, get real time traffic updates, as well as stream music through their iPhone.

Ubergizmo , Clarion Next GATE now available, Clarion Next GATE now available

2012 Ford Focus 1.0-liter EcoBoost

A Sneak Peek At Our Three-Cylinder Future. Remember the good old days, when compact cars were powered by six-cylinder engines. Yeah, neither do we.
It's been a long time since a mainstream brand offered anything other than a four-banger in its econoboxes, and for good reason. While a half-dozen cylinders might have been necessary to adequately motivate Ford Falcon, Dodge Dart and later Chevrolet Cavalier models, any carmaker will tell you that modern four cylinders make more than enough power to propel even today's jumbo-sized compacts.

But wait just a minute. What did we say? More than enough power.










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Android 4.0.4 reportedly rolling out to 3G Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 devices in Italy

If you're living in a country where the Galaxy Tab 10.1 has not been banned, it has been reported by the folks at SamMobile that the Android 4.0.4 update has started to roll out to 3G versions of the tablet. So far it has been reported that the 3G Galaxy Tab 10.1s in Italy have received the update (GT-P7500) and if you're living there, you can try manually pulling the update by going to Settings -> About Tablet -> Software Updates. No word on whether other countries around the world has received the update yet, but if you have, do let us know in the comments below.

Ubergizmo , Android 4.0.4 reportedly rolling out to 3G Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 devices in Italy, Android 4.0.4 reportedly rolling out to 3G Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 devices in Italy

Wikipad specs get real: 10.1-inch 1,280 x 800 display, 1.4 GHz Tegra 3, Jelly Bean

The Wikipad gaming tablet has been ticking off boxes on its way to becoming a real product, and after bedding down with Gaikai game streaming and settling in to a 10.1-inch form factor, the rest of the hardware is now set. The chunky handheld will brandish an IPS display with 1,280 x 800 resolution, NVIDIA Tegra 3 T30 quad-core 1.4GHz processor, 1GB of DDR2 RAM, at least 16GB storage and Android 4.1 Jelly Bean. Other notable items include 8-megapixel rear / 2-megapixel front cameras, six hours continuous gaming battery life and a 2D-only screen instead of the 3D originally touted - at least, for the first model.

Engadget , Wikipad specs get real: 10.1-inch 1,280 x 800 display, 1.4 GHz Tegra 3, Jelly Bean, Wikipad specs get real: 10.1-inch 1,280 x 800 display, 1.4 GHz Tegra 3, Jelly Bean

AT&T launches Pantech Renue QWERTY phone for $120

AT&T has released a new budget phone from Pantech called the Renue. This feature phone runs on Qualcomm's BREW platform and has basic features such as 3.2-inch QVGA toucscreen display and a 3 megapixel rear camera. The Renue also has a built-in QWERTY keypad, which should make typing out those status messages on Facebook or Twitter easier and a rugged body that with MIL Spec 810 G standards for resistance to dust and sand, temperature and humidity, shock, vibration, and radiation.

GSM Arena , AT&T launches Pantech Renue QWERTY phone for $120, AT&T launches Pantech Renue QWERTY phone for $120

Apple sold 250 million iPhones to date

It took Apple just 5 years to move a whopping 250 million iPhones around the world, clearly happy that they are residing in the pockets of many people in the streets regardless of age, religion, culture or creed – instead of languishing on the store shelves like other devices from various manufacturers. This is no mean feat, considering how Apple never really had any experience with the smartphone market in the first place.

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Google Nexus 7 overclocked with custom kernel

. Asus is the manufacturer of the highly sought after Google Nexus 7 tablet, where it already comes with a rather zippy NVIDIA Tegra 3 processor, although it must be noted that this particular version of the Tegra 3 comes with just a clock speed of 1.2GHz, which is clearly slower that other tablets that feature the faster 1.6GHz clock speed. Well, there is nothing quite like fixing things yourself, which is why the introduction of a custom kernel to the Google Nexus 7 would result in it zipping along rather nicely at 1.6GHz.

Ubergizmo , Google Nexus 7 overclocked with custom kernel, Google Nexus 7 overclocked with custom kernel

Avaya Positioned as a Visionary in Magic Quadrant for Wired and Wireless LAN Access Infrastructure

Magic Quadrant reflects growing demand for unified wired and wireless access solutionsBASKING RIDGE, NJ (July 31, 2012) – Avaya, a global provider of business collaboration and communications solutions and services, today announced that the company has been positioned as a Visionary in Gartner’s recently published 2012 Magic Quadrant for Wired and Wireless LAN Access Infrastructure.[1]This new Magic Quadrant, introduced in 2012, reflects the growing market demand for unified wired and wireless access solutions.

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This Could Be The First Unofficial iPhone 5 Hands On Of The Official iPhone 5 [Video]!

While that may be a couple of months to go, a crisp video showing the as-yet unreleased iPhone 5 in all its entirety has surfaced on the web. It shows Apple's next iPhone to be having all the features that previously found a mention in rumors, leaks and speculations surrounding the device. The video, by far, seems legitimate and might actually be showing us a launch imminent secret weapon that Apple has been meticulously developing in its secret labs. Head past the break and catch a glimpse of it in the following video.

There has been numerous  leaks and speculations surrounding the device.




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The Pen Project

This is a Kickstarter project.  The Pen Project is Ian Schon's interpretation of the everyday writing pen.  He has machined these pen bodies and caps from 6061 aluminum, with an outer diameter of 0.5 and closed length of 4″ and open length of  5-3x4″.  The pens have a brass set screw and use a Fisher refill.  The project is already more than 4500% funded with 17 days left in the funding period.  You must pledge a minimum of $30 for one of these pens. Related Posts:.

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Gresso introduces Cruiser Air Black, charges $1700 for it

The new exclusive luxury phone from Gresso might get some heads turning with its $1,700 price tag, but it definitely won't be winning many fans with its specs sheet. The Cruiser Air Black will be sporting a 2 inch, 240x320 pixel display capable of showing 256K colors, and 2MP camera alongside 30MB of onboard storage expandable via microSD slot (limited to 2 GB). The unit runs on Series S40, and works on a triple-band GSM network with class 32 GPRS and EDGE support.

GSM Arena , Gresso introduces Cruiser Air Black, charges $1700 for it, Gresso introduces Cruiser Air Black, charges $1700 for it

Are you the 2013 Lexus LS?

Lexus is poised to whip the sheets off of the newest interpretation of its LS line in San Francisco next week, but a Chinese website is claiming to have an early peek at the machine. The site showed off two images detailing the majority of the exterior changes, including a new spindle grille and bizarre headlamp arrays with what looks to be three projector lenses per side. Word has it what we see here is the new LS 460 F Sport, complete with more aggressive bodywork.

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Lotus Evora GX to race in U.S. Grand-Am series

The Lotus Evora has taken many forms as a race car over the past few years, starting in 2009 with the Type 124 Endurance Racer built for the FIA GT. Since then, Lotus has developed a GT4 Cup version designed for a one-make series, the Evora GTE that currently competes in the GT class of the ALMS and the recently introduced Evora GTC. Now, Lotus has released the Evora GX, a variation of the GTC tweaked to specifically meet the requirements of Grand-Am's new GX class that will launch at the start of the 2013 race season.

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3D printer cuts vinyl, mills, draws, fits comfortably inside a briefcase, is generally fab

Is there anything this tool from MIT's Ilan Moyer and collaborator Nadya Peek can't do. Probably, but that list seems likely to be shorter than the list of those it can. So far, Popfab has been shown doing a little printing during a brief video, but Moyer has promised a lot more to come, telling Core 77, "we also have toolheads working for vinyl cutting, milling and drawing," all of which promise to show up in subsequent episodes.

Engadget , 3D printer cuts vinyl, mills, draws, fits comfortably inside a briefcase, is generally fab, 3D printer cuts vinyl, mills, draws, fits comfortably inside a briefcase, is generally fab

Virgin Mobile Chaser officially announced, an Android smartphone for $79.99 sans contract

The Virgin Mobile Chaser has now been officially introduced by the prepaid carrier. That said, its manufacturer is still a mystery. Regardless, the Chaser looks like it's a pretty interesting entry level smartphone, running Android 2.3 Gingerbread. The Chaser has a 3.2-inch touchscreen, an 800 MHz processor, microSD card support, a 1,450 mAh battery, and a 3 MP rear camera. It's supposed to be already available online at Virgin Mobile, though it's shown as out of stock for us right now.

Unwired View , Virgin Mobile Chaser officially announced, an Android smartphone for $79.99 sans contract, Virgin Mobile Chaser officially announced, an Android smartphone for $79.99 sans contract

Samsung's Q2 2012 earnings show $5.86 billion operating profit, that's a lot of Galaxy S IIIs

The numbers for Samsung's Q2 2012 earnings period are in and it was another big one, with the electronics giant reporting an operating profit of $5.9 billion, driven largely by growth in its smartphone business - just as it predicted. That's up 79 percent from the same period last year, with the Galaxy S III and Galaxy Note specifically mentioned as having contributed to both high sales and higher average selling prices. The company doesn't break out exact selling figures in its earnings reports, however that business unit contributed $3.65 billion in profit to the bottom line.

Engadget , Samsung's Q2 2012 earnings show $5.86 billion operating profit, that's a lot of Galaxy S IIIs, Samsung's Q2 2012 earnings show $5.86 billion operating profit, that's a lot of Galaxy S IIIs

Malware invades Apple's App Store for iOS, only harasses Windows users

Windows users can't catch a break with viruses, even when they're getting software for their Apple device. An app called “Instaquotes Quotes Cards for Instagram” was found to contain a worm called “Worm.VB-900,” which isn't a threat to iOS itself or any other MacOS platform. However, users who tend to their apps with a Windows machine are susceptible to the baddie — also known affectionately as Mal/CoiDung-A. Any antimalware should detect it since it's been up to no good since 2009, but Cupertino has already pulled the app and the vendor is working on a virus-free version.

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Sony Xperia Mint LT30p leaks, stands next to Samsung Galaxy S III

Here's another new and unannounced Sony Xperia smartphone: the Mint LT30p. The new handset has been previewed in Russia by Mobile-review, and it's probably going to be announced on August 29 at IFA 2012. Reportedly, Sony will introduce the Xperia Mint as a flagship smartphone. This is justified by its features, which include a 4.3 inch HD display, dual-core 1.5GHz Snapdragon S4 processor, and a 13MP rear camera. Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich runs the show.

According to Mobile-review, the Xperia Mint that they've previewed is a prototype.



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Energizer Edge Small Accent Light Review

I live in an old house – so old that all the rooms have overhead fixtures, even the living room.  Sometimes the overhead light is a bit too harsh, and I'd like something a bit more atmospheric.  I have some lamps sitting around, but they've usually been chosen to provide task lighting and can be overly bright.  I like the look of candles, but I don't like having open flames sitting around my house.  I'm basically out of luck when I'd like just a nice, dim, warm light for a cozy ambiance or when I'd just like to have a night light so I don't have to return home to a dark house.  I was very interested when I heard about EnergizerR








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VIA makes its first ARM-based Pico-ITX board, adds dual graphics for your in-car pleasure

VIA has only ever really had a dalliance with ARM; the VAB-800 might be a sign that it's willing to go steady for a while. As the company's first Pico-ITX board with an ARM chip, the 800 stuffs up to a 1GHz, Freescale-made ARM Cortex-A8 and 1GB of RAM into a tiny, 3.9 x 2.8-inch board. Somehow, it still fits up to four USB 2.0 ports, mini HDMI, VGA and as much as 64GB of storage. The board's real tricks are its dual integrated graphics processors: the VAB-800 can independently steer two displays, just in case your in-car infotainment system can't be contained by merely one screen.

2DayBlog.com , VIA makes its first ARM-based Pico-ITX board, adds dual graphics for your in-car pleasure, VIA makes its first ARM-based Pico-ITX board, adds dual graphics for your in-car pleasure