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Nearly Waterless Washing Machine to Debut in 2009

July 29, 2008 | User rating: 4.3 / 5 after 78 vote(s) | User comments: 13

A new washing machine that uses just a cup of water, a pinch of detergent, and about 1,000 small plastic chips to clean clothes may be available for consumers in the UK next year.


iPhones-Macintosh computers become apples of hackers' eyes

August 10, 2008 | User rating: not shown ( 3 vote(s) ) | No comments yet

Security specialists said Saturday that hackers are taking increasing aim at iPhones and Macintosh computers as the hot-selling Apple devices gain popularity worldwide.


Sony to launch world's slimmest 40-inch LCD TV

18 hours ago | User rating: 4 / 5 after 6 vote(s) | User comments: 1

Sony Corp. said Thursday it will launch the world's thinnest and lightest 40-inch liquid crystal display (LCD) television, seeking to trump its rivals ahead of the key year-end shopping season.


Review: A $130 phone headset helpfully talks back

August 26, 2008 | User rating: 4.1 / 5 after 10 vote(s) | User comments: 1

(AP) -- Bluetooth wireless headsets for mobile phones are puzzling: We're supposed to control them with couple of unmarked buttons and get feedback from a single indicator light.


Apple releases fix for iPhone 3G connectivity woes

August 20, 2008 | User rating: not shown ( 2 vote(s) ) | User comments: 2

(AP) -- Apple Inc. has released an iPhone software update it says improves communication between the smart phone and wireless networks.


Nintendo DS to become personal beauty consultant

August 07, 2008 | User rating: 3 / 5 after 8 vote(s) | User comments: 1

Women in Japan will soon be able to have their own hand-held beauty consultant after games company Sega teamed up with cosmetics giant Shiseido to offer make-up tips on the Nintendo DS.