Microsoft's Docs for Facebook unveiled

Watch out, Google: There's a new Doc in town.

Docs.com, also known as Docs for Facebook, officially launched at Facebook's F8 conference on Wednesday. Created by Microsoft's FUSE Labs, the online app allows you to create, edit, and share Microsoft Office documents with your Facebook friends.

As of now, the service is still in beta; anyone can view documents, but in order to edit or create new ones, you'll have to join a wait list. I was able to take an early peek at the full functionality, though. Here's a look at what I found.

Read the full story http://www.pcworld.com/article/194731/microsofts_docs_for_facebook_a_handson_tour.html

McAfee Antivirus Update causes Windows XP to crash

McAfee Antivirus update is said to be the caused of computer break down particularly those Windows XP PC. The news was reported last Wednesday and is now spreading all over the net.

It was reported that thousands of computer running Windows XP crashes or repeatedly rebooting after McAfee security update was installed.


According to the report also that the security update from the anti-virus software vendor had wrongly labeled part of the Windows OS as a virus, which resulted in Windows XP device chaos.


The McAfee 5958 update mistakenly identified the Windows svchost.exe file as a worm that sought to replace an existing svchost file with its own version in order to take over a machine

Windows XP machines operating service pack 3 were the hardest hit by the malfunction.

Read More: www.gaj-it.com

Sony Ericsson Elm Specs

The Sony Ericsson Elm











Elm Specifications:

Less noise, more voice
It’s a noisy world out there. With Sony Ericsson Elm™, you no longer have to scream to make yourself heard. The Noise Shield filters out the sound around you.
Your all-day companion
Work and play, combined and intertwined? Facebook™ is close at hand. And so’s your email, in case your colleagues need you.
Green at heart
Play your part. Show you care. Sony Ericsson Elm™ is a GreenHeart™ phone, made of recycled plastics and free from hazardous chemicals.
Screen
- 262,144 colour TFT
- 240 x 320 pixels (QVGA)
Memory
- Up to 280 MB
- SanDisk microSD™ (up to 16GB)
* Actual free memory may vary due to phone pre-configuration.
Networks
- GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900
- UMTS/HSPA 900/2100
Available colours
- Metal Black – Pearly Rose
Possible limited market availability.
Sizes
- 110.0 x 45.0 x 14.0 mm
- 4.3 x 1.8 x 0.6 inches
Weight
- 90.0 gr
- 3.2 oz
Please note that local variations may apply.

More gadgets specifications at http://gadgetanditems.com/

Apple Unveiled Iphone OS 4

Recently, Apple Company has brought to the market their latest gadget known as the iPad. This time around they revealed another great innovation of their popular smart phone the iPhone OS 4.

Iphone OS 4 was unveiled last April 8, 2010. Apple said it is the biggest and most exciting software update yet. iPhone OS 4 will include over 100 new user features for iPhone and iPod touch owners to enjoy. And for developers, a new software development kit (SDK) offers over 1500 new APIs to create apps that are even more powerful, innovative, and amazing.

iPhone OS 4 will ship this summer for iPhone and iPod touch, and for iPad in the fall. A developer beta is available now.

100+ New User Features

With iPhone OS 4, iPhone owners will enjoy over 100 new features that make it easier to interact with apps, manage email, read books, and more. New features include the following:

Multitasking

Developers will have access to seven multitasking services, which will allow tasks to be performed in the background while preserving performance and battery life. So you’ll be able to make a Voice over IP call while playing a game or checking email, find a restaurant on Urbanspoon while  listening to Pandora, and more.

Folders

Organize apps into folders with drag-and-drop simplicity. Get faster access to your favorites and browse and manage up to 2160 apps at once — many more than the current limit of 180 apps.

Even Better Mail

See messages from all your email accounts displayed together in a unified inbox, switch between inboxes more quickly, organize messages by threads, and even open attachments in third-party apps.

iBooks

The best way to browse, buy, and read books on a mobile device. Easily flip through the pages of a book you've downloaded from the iBookstore while listening to your music collection. Browse tens of thousands of books — many of them free — by title, author, or genre. You can even check out reviews and read sample pages before you buy.

 Read More: http://www.apple.com/iphone/preview-iphone-os/

The top 10 Superportable Laptops

1. Sony VGN-Z598U/B   

CPU: Core 2 Duo P9500; CPU speed: 2530MHz; Display size: 13.1 inches; Hard drive size: 256GB;




2. HP ProBook 5310m

CPU speed: 2300MHz; Display size: 14 inches; Hard drive size: 300GB; Weight (min): 3.79 pounds




3. Lenovo ThinkPad X200

CPU: Core 2 Duo P8600; CPU speed: 2400MHz; Display size: 12.1 inches; Hard drive size: 160GB; Weight (min): 3 pounds;




4. Lenovo ThinkPad Edge


CPU speed: 1300MHz; Display size: 13.3 inches; Hard drive size: 320GB; Weight (min): 3.9 pounds




5. Acer Ferrari One (FO200-1799)

CPU speed: 1200MHz; Display size: 11.5 inches; Hard drive size: 250GB; Weight (min): 3.2 pounds



6. HP EliteBook 2530p


CPU: Core 2 Duo SL9400; CPU speed: 1860MHz; Display size: 12.1 inches; Hard drive size: 80GB;




7. Samsung X360-34P
 

CPU: Core 2 Duo U9400; CPU speed: 1400MHz; Display size: 13.3 inches; Hard drive size: 128GB;


8. ASUS UL30

CPU speed: 1300MHz; Display size: 13.3 inches; Hard drive size: 500GB; Weight (min): 3.9 pounds

9. HP Pavilion dv2

CPU: Athlon Neo MV-40; CPU speed: 1600MHz; Display size: 12.1 inches; Hard drive size: 320GB; WorldBench 6 rating: Superior




10. Dell Latitude Z600

CPU speed: 1600MHz; Display size: 16 inches; Hard drive size: 256GB; Weight (min): 4.5 pounds

Read More About the Specs and Photos of the 10 Superportable Laptops at

http://www.pcworld.com/reviews/collection/1660/top_10_ultraportable_laptops.html 
Article Source:www.pcworld.com by  by Jason Cross

Samsung unveils U250 and U200, all in one touchscreen PCs.

Samsung, the largest technology giant has announced a pair of all in one touchscreen computers, called the Samsung U250 and U200 based on Intel Pentium Dual Core processor.

The Samsung U250 features 23-inch full HD display with 1920 x 1080 pixels resolution and is powered by Intel Core 2 Duo rated at 2.2GHz, 3GB RAM, a 512MB Geforce G310M video module and a 500GB hard disk drive.

The other model, called Samsung U200 also feature similar configuration but with low resolution of 1600x900 pixels, Intel Pentium Dual Core processor clocked at 2.2GHz, and 2GB RAM.

Both devices run on Microsoft’s Windows 7 Home Premium and a front facing webcam and will be available by next month. The two models are visually different and U250 monitor comes with a stand.

The U250 integrates a wireless chiclet keyboard and a wireless mouse; however U200 has a monitor with a thick white border and wired keyboard and mouse.

Source:http://www.itvoir.com/portal/news/New-Products

Latest iPad Apps|More iPad Apps

iPad Applications

The Apple iPad has about thousands of new apps which I'm sure users will truly enjoy. These apps are exclusively made for iPad.

One of those iPad Apps is the elements wherea you can discover the 118 elements of the Periodic Table up close on the large iPad screen. Flick to rotate 360 degrees and inspect each one. Then read the element’s story. You’ll learn its origins, how it was discovered, and its significance in the universe. You can even see it all in 3D using 3D glasses (sold separately). The Elements features a live connection to the Wolfram | Alpha computational search engine. So you’ll have the latest data at hand.

And here are some of the many iPad Apps:

The Elements
Real Racing HD
MarvelComics
The Wall Street Journal
Epicurious
t Bat 2010
E*TRADE Mobile Pro
Asphalt 5
SCRABBLE
F1™ 2010
Labyrinth 2HD


If you want to know more about iPad Apps follow the for link http://www.apple.com/ipad/apps-for-ipad

Apple Ipad Specs, Pictures, Prices

The Apple iPad was released this year 2010. The very reason why Apple Ipad is becoming more and more popular is because of its specifications or features.
The Apple Ipad is an exceptional device, it combines the following into one, a laptop, smartphone, gaming console and as an  iPod.  It is a touch-screen tablet computer like almost a size of a magazine.It has three models 16GB for $499, 32GB for $599, 64GB for $699.

 

See Apple iPad more images: http://www.apple.com/ipad/gallery/

Apple iPad Technical Specifications

Size and weight
Height:
9.56 inches (242.8 mm)
Width:
7.47 inches (189.7 mm)
Depth:
0.5 inch (13.4 mm)
Weight:
1.5 pounds (0.68 kg) Wi-Fi model;
1.6 pounds (0.73 kg) Wi-Fi + 3G model

Display
• 9.7-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit glossy widescreen Multi-Touch display with IPS technology
• 1024-by-768-pixel resolution at 132 pixels per inch (ppi)
• Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating
• Support for display of multiple languages and characters simultaneously

Wireless and cellular
Wi-Fi model
• Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n)
• Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR technology
Wi-Fi + 3G model
• UMTS/HSDPA (850, 1900, 2100 MHz)
• GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz)
• Data only2
• Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n)
• Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR technology
Location
• Wi-Fi
• Digital compass
• Assisted GPS (Wi-Fi + 3G model)
• Cellular (Wi-Fi + 3G model)

Environmental Status Report
iPad embodies Apple’s continuing environmental progress. It is designed with the following features to reduce environmental impact:
• Arsenic-free display glass
• BFR-free
• Mercury-free LCD display
• PVC-free
• Recyclable aluminum and glass enclosure
Capacity
• 16GB, 32GB, or 64GB flash drive
Processor
• 1GHz Apple A4 custom-designed, high-performance, low-power system-on-a-chip
Sensors
• Accelerometer
• Ambient light sensor
Audio playback
• Frequency response: 20Hz to 20,000Hz
• Audio formats supported: HE-AAC (V1), AAC (16 to 320 Kbps), Protected AAC (from iTunes Store), MP3 (16 to 320 Kbps), MP3 VBR, Audible (formats 2, 3, and 4), Apple Lossless, AIFF, and WAV
• User-configurable maximum volume limit

TV and video
• Support for 1024 by 768 pixels with Dock Connector to VGA Adapter; 576p and 480p with Apple Component AV Cable; 576i and 480i with Apple Composite AV Cable
• H.264 video up to 720p, 30 frames per second, Main Profile level 3.1 with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats; MPEG-4 video, up to 2.5 Mbps, 640 by 480 pixels, 30 frames per second, Simple Profile with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats; Motion JPEG (M-JPEG) up to 35 Mbps, 1280 by 720 pixels, 30 frames per second, audio in ulaw, PCM stereo audio in .avi file format

Read other Apple iPad reviews: cnet.com