| India Makes History, Develops Laser Guided Bomb |
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 In a major breakthrough, Indian scientists have developed the Laser Guided Bomb (LGB)-a weapon, which can hit its target with greater accuracy, with technological support from Dehradun-based Instrument Research and Development Establishment (IRDE). The technology used in the Laser Guided Bomb is part of ongoing research for achieving self-dependency in the field of defence, said one of the leading scientist of DRDO. The weapon LGB contains a laser designator to illuminate the target and guide the bomb to launch its precise attack. The LGB was developed by the Indian Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO). However, Bangalore-based Aeronautics Development Establishment (ADE) has developed the guidance-kit for 1000-pound LGBs being designed to improve the accuracy of air-to-ground bombing by Indian Air Force (IAF). The fighters in the IAF can carry the LGBs for the air-to-ground attack, such as: Su-30s, Mirage-2000 and MiG-29s. India had already carried out successfully two flight trials of LGBs for the IAF to test the effectiveness of the guidance and control systems at Chandipur integrated test range in Orissa early this year. The LGBs were first developed by the United States in the early 1960s, and first operationally used in the Vietnam War in 1968. Later, countries including Russia, France and Britain also developed the weapon.
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Diamond-Covered iPhone by Stuart Hughes will cost you$8M
People tend to do crazy things with their gadgets, customizing on various degrees. Take your simple iPhone 4
for instance. Normally it can cost you starting at $199, but want to make it worth millions of dollars? A man named Stuart Hughes has crossed the thin fine line between the awesome and the ridiculous with his version of the iPhone 4. Known for plating electronics with gold and diamonds, he was asked by an Australian to make two models. Each has over 500 diamonds bringing in the carat count to over 100 and encased in a granite package. Now that's one phone you'll definitely get an insurance for.
72-Incher 72LEX9, LG's Largest Commercial 3D LCD TV
Literally gigantic, no it can be IMAX theater-like TV on your home! This was LG's largest commercial 3D LCD TV called 72LEX9 boasting a king-sized screen measuring 72-inch of pleasing Sunday or Monday night games. Ooh, well better wait until it hit U.S., in time, we wish the soonest.
3D LCD TV called 72LEX9 boasting a king-sized screen measuring 72-inch of pleasing Sunday or Monday night games. Ooh, well better wait until it hit U.S., in time, we wish the soonest.Right now there's still no prior details on its availability in the U.S. or how much. Accordingly, the 72LEX9 reported specs features a full LED Backlight, a 480Hz True-Motion panel, DLNA support and Web TV features.
One thing, we wish Santa will deliver this as a Holiday gift, just really don't know if he can drop this one on the chimney?
Glasses-Free 3D From Toshiba Arrives In Japan By December
Today at CEATEC 2010, the biggest electronics event in Japan, Toshiba finally showed the first flat-panel TV that would showcase 3D without the glasses... yes, without the glasses. Toshiba in a previous statement said that they are going to be using "multi-parallax technology" to make the 3D effect without the need of glasses. Two models were revealed. First, as pictured above (on the left) is the 20-inch 20GL1 which features a display of 1280x720 resolution using a LED-backlit panel. Another model (on the right) is the 12GL1, and as the name implies, measures 12-inches diagonal with a resolution of 466x350 (also on a LED panel). Both units have USB and HDMI ports. Images and full press release after the break.
Press Release
Toshiba unveils world´s first[1] 3D Flatpanel-TV without glasses
The new 3D TVs without glasses will be available in Japan in December 2010
Neuss, Germany 4th October 2010 – Toshiba today announced at CEATEC 2010, Japan's biggest consumer electronics show, its first commercially available 3D[2] TVs that can be used without glasses. With the two TVs, one with a screen size of 12'' (30.5 cm) and another with 20'' (50.8 cm), viewers get a three dimensional viewing experience comfortably, without the need to wear 3D glasses. The products will be available by the end of December 2010 in Japan. Toshiba also showcases a laptop prototype as a proof of concept with a 12'' (30.5 cm) 3D display without glasses at CEATEC in Tokyo.
Innovative technology allows a 3D experience without glasses
The newly developed technological innovation for 3D-TVs without glasses uses an integral imaging system. It provides nine different perspectives (parallaxes) of each single 2D frame which the viewer's brain superimposes to create a 3-dimensional impression of the image. Toshiba achieved this thanks to its engineers' huge knowledge of display technology and of semiconductor and software design. They developed a powerful engine and an algorithm to extrapolate these perspectives out of the 2D frame and used a perpendicular lenticular sheet, an array of lenses, that enable the viewer's brain to superimpose the perspectives. It also offers a wide viewing area in front of the display and allows movement of the eyes and head without disrupting the 3D image and without the discomfort sometimes associated with other 'glasses-less' 3D technologies.
High picture quality on all TVs in 2D and 3D
"With its new 3D TVs without glasses Toshiba once again aims to offer the highest possible picture quality" says Sascha Lange, Head of Marketing, Visual Products, Toshiba Europe. The new TVs do not compromise on the 2D experience: they switch between 3D and 2D mode in a few seconds.
Another step into the future of 3D TV
The small screen size 3D TVs without glasses are targeted at a small group of early adopters. With the new TVs, Toshiba wants to prove that auto-stereoscopic 3D displays are both technologically and commercially feasible. "The commercial launch of our 12'' and 20'' 3D TVs without glasses in Japan is a first step into the 3D future in the consumer home cinema market," says Sascha Lange. "But it will take several years to develop larger 3D TVs without glasses with screen sizes of 40'' and more at a yet reasonable price point. Those who want to enjoy the 3D home cinema experience on a large screen already today are well served by 3D TV using active shutter glasses like the models of our WL768 series."
Join our live webcast
Today, 4th October 2010 at 14:00 CET, Toshiba Europe presents a live webcast with information about the latest developments in 3D without glasses. To register for the webcast please go to www.toshiba.eu/ceatec.
[1] As of October 4th, 2010 for digital high definition LCD TV in consumer markets. (Source: Toshiba)
[2] Warning: A very small proportion of the population may experience health-related complications when viewing 3D images. Please refrain from watching 3D content if you get any physical problem and consult a physician. Perception of 3D effects will differ from person to person and according to content. Due to the possibility of impact on vision development, viewers of 3D video images should be aged 6 or older. Please refer to the 3D viewing precautions in the manual when viewing 3D images.
There is viewing zone that can be seen as 3D; however, outside of this zone, images may not been seen in 3D, in whole or in part.
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Activate DND to Block Unwanted Calls on Indian Networks
Popular cellular network like Airtel and Vodafone send lots of promotional SMS to keep you updated but such promotional messages starts annoying when you receive them in bulk.
A lot of people are irritated with unwanted calls and SMS from their Indian networks. This article tells you how to activate DND. The consumer has the right to register for DND(Do Not Disturb) service at will. The process for most popular Indian networks is listed here.
Often unwanted calls about offers and new deals arrive in the form of daily calls and SMS from your network provider. These often come at the time you’re busy doing something else and really gets on to the nerve at times. A lot of customers don’t know how to activate DND Service and therefore suffer from the pain of these totally unwanted calls.
Some people do have phones with built in features to block SMS and unwanted calls from unknown numbers but that’s a small minority and its a painful process because the number from which we get these calls keep changing very often. So to activate DND is the only option that’s practical and easy enough.
It normally takes around 45 days for activation of Do Not Disturb Services. After that, if you still get such calls the caller is punishable. Here’s the quote from NDNC (National Do Not Call) about the same:
"To discourage the telemarketers who make calls to the numbers registered in Do Not Call List, a provision has been made whereby Rs.500/ – shall be payable by the telemarketer to the service provider for every first unsolicited commercial communication (UCC) and Rs.1000/- shall be payable for subsequent UCC. There is a provision for disconnection of the telemarketer telephone number / telecom resource if the UCC is sent even after levy of Rs.500/- & Rs.1000/- tariff. In case of non-compliance to the Telecom Unsolicited Commercial Communications Regulations, 2007, the Service Provider is also liable to pay an amount by way of financial disincentive, not exceeding Rs.5000/- for first non-compliance of the regulation and in case of second or subsequent such non-compliance, an amount not exceeding Rs.20,000/- for each such non-compliance."
Let’s look at the method to activate DND for popular Indian networks:
Airtel
To activate Airtel DND, just send text message “START DND” to 121, for both prepaid and postpaid mobiles. You can also activate Airtel DND for landlines and broadband connections by calling customer care
and requesting them.Vodafone
Idea Mobile, Tata Indicom & Docomo, BSNL, Reliance(CDMA & GSM)
Just like you activate Airtel DND by sending the text message “START DND” you can do so for other Indian networks Idea, Tata Indicom, Docomo, BSNL and Reliance too. The SMS needs to be sent to 1909. That’s the only difference.
When you call 1909 or send an SMS to 1909 you are directly registering with NDNC(National Do Not Call) Registry.
Do not disturb services don’t just end at Telecom network providers. You can register for DND with your Bank and Insurance companies too, if you think you are receiving more calls from them than you should. To learn how to activate DND for these companies please refer to donotdisturb.in
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Norton Internet Security 2011
For the second year in a row, Norton's former sluggish beast now offers a smooth and fast installation operation. Once you run the installer, the program is ready to operate in about a minute--impressively fast, and doubly so considering past performance
To explore the 30-day trial, new Norton users must register first. The upside of this is that it makes using other Symantec services easier, but it will likely frustrate some users, too.
The main interface for Norton has changed again, although it retains its color scheme. The new UI is impressively easy to use. Norton AntiVirus 2011 users won't get the Web protection section, and they'll see fewer app-style icons at the bottom.
Not sure what the feature toggles on the right-side of the main interface do? Click on the name of one to read a brief generalization of what each toggle controls.
Norton's Insight engine lets you know how safe the programs and files on your computer are, and tattles on other Norton users, too. Don't worry, it's anonymous and limited to statistical analysis.
Insight's application ratings page provides a deeper dive into application trust levels, usage by other Norton users, and whether it's a resource pig or not.
Norton now offers a Facebook wall scan, for checking links on your wall to see if they're malicious.
The Settings window, located behind a text link at the top of the main interface, allows power users to configure Norton's behavior on a deeper level.
Beta version is available now.We ll wait for real one............
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Dell Launches Two Inspiron Desktop PCs With Great Features
Friday, 24 September 2010 11:03
The US based multinational IT Corporation Dell has launched two new Inspiron devices, Inspiron One and Inspiron Zino HD, featuring the devices with little difference. Joining the Inspiron family, both the devices are available in North America.
While the Inspiron One is the first all-in-one PC, the Inspiron Zino HD is the same Mac Mini like desktop PC. The Inspiron One comes with the 23-inch touchscreen color display, HDMI port,supports 1080p full HD videos, Wi-Fi, Webcam, and optical DVD drive.
The all-in-one PC also adds AMD Athlon II X4 processor with 45W TDP rating, 8GB DDR3 1333MHz memory, 1TB SATA HDD storage, and ATI Mobility Radeon HD 540 graphics card with 1GB dedicated GDDR3 video memory.
The sleek desktop Inspiron One can enhance the beauty of the living room being placed as a multimedia entertainment powerhouse. Further, the device has a new special Stage user interface (UI) to allow its users to use applications like Touch Instruments, You Paint, Sticky Notes and Touch Cam, for viewing the images, organizing music and videos on the system.
Whereas, the new Inspiron Zino HD features new quad-core AMD Phenom II X4 P920 processor with up to 8GB DDR3 memory, Wi-Fi with 802.11n support, 2.1HD audio of up to 7.1THX, multimedia card reader, four USB 2.0 ports, two eSATA ports, VGA port, HDMI port and LAN port.
The device also has a wireless keyboard and Infrared Remote Control to feel like TV for easy web surfing. The Inspiron Zino HD can be connected to large screen HD TVs.
While the Inspiron One is available at the price of $800 (Rs. 36,500), Inspiron Zino HD is priced starting at $300 (Rs. 13,700).
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New Window-Cleaning Robot "Windoro" From PIRO
Friday, September 24, 2010
Researchers from the Pohang Institute of Intelligent Robotics (PIRO) have made and unveiled a robot that would help you do one mundane chore... cleaning the windows. Called "Windoro", the company is planning on making it available for commercial use in the following year. The robot is made up of two modules that sandwich the window to be cleaned, being held together by neodynium magnets. A combination of proximity/distance sensors, altitude adjustment and obstacle detection, enable the Windoro to do its thing, of course with the help of spinning pads and good old detergent to do the dirty work. Video after the break.
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Human-Powered Ornithopter, Flies Like a Bird Perfectly
Friday, September 24, 2010
An ornithopter is an aircraft that flaps its wings like a bird to sustain forward momentum and some lift. While it’s been theorized plenty of times, and tried multiple times over the years, it was slotted into the “maybe” category once the Wright brothers showed us that there was a better way. While plenty of ornithopter’s have been created in the past, none of them have been successful at sustained flight. Until now.
Engineering student Todd Reichert is 28 years old, and studies for his PhD at the University of Toronto’s Institute for Aerospace Studies. He’s successfully created, and flown, what he’s calling The Snowbird. The flight is a record breaking one, as he managed to sustain about 16 MPH, and flew at a height of 475 feet. The Snowbird has a huge wingspan, measuring nearly to a Boeing 737, but they managed to cut the weight to only 94 pounds. Due to weight limitations, Reichert had to drop 18lbs of his own weight just to make sure that the ‘bird would fly.
As you can see in the video, there’s a tow vehicle that pulls The Snowbird forward until it successfully lifts off the ground. Once Reichert and his invention are in the air, he begins to use the pedals within the cabin to flap the wings, which work in such a graceful manner it’s hard to pull your eyes away from. As Reichert points out, “this represents one of the last of the aviation firsts.”
