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Intel on Thursday issued a press release detailing USB 3.0’s software and hardware interface. And given that the Intel Developer Forum is just a week away, it’s reasonable to expect the company will showcase USB 3.0 at the event. USB 3.0’s software and hardware interface, which Intel calls xHCI, will allow manufacturers and developers to ready their USB devices and computers for the 3.0-transition. The new interface will retain the same architecture as USB 2.0, meaning the ports will be backward compatible. Delivering 10 times the bandwidth of its predecessor, USB 3.0 will achieve speeds of up to 4.8 Gb/s, which translates to 600 megabytes per second. (Read the full post about ‘Intel Details USB 3.0 Specs; Hints at IDF Debut’…)

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FROM GAMERTELL - Wright had a feeling that the religion creation mechanic in Spore might stir up some controversy from various religious groups but ironically enough, it was atheist groups that had a problem with it… MORE » Keep up with the latest gadget goodness! - Subscribe to our feed → Tags: audio, electronic toys, camera, hdtv (Read the full post about ‘Some Atheists cranky about Spore’s religion creation feature’…)

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Orange in the UK has followed the recent announcements from T-Mobile in Germany and Movistar in Chili and has become the latest to announce an availability date for the blackberry Bold, customers will have to wait just a few more days, with the Bold expected to be in stores on August 16. Although we are still awaiting the official release details from Orange, it is looking like the Bold will be free as long as customers sign the required 18-month agreement. Not only is the release of the Bold good news for UK customers, but it has also been rumored that the £45 per month calling plan will also include unlimited data. Via [Telegraph] Keep up with the latest gadget goodness! (Read the full post about ‘Orange UK announces August 16 BlackBerry Bold launch date’…)

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Take yourself back twenty-five years ago, when IBM computers ruled the Earth. Do you remember how loud those keyboards were? Today’s laptops and desktops are practically silent compared to the way those old school keyboards would click at the slightest touch. Loud as they were, there was something about the way the keys clicked that made you feel that work was being done. Das Keyboard has brought back the clickity-clack magic with their Professional and Ultimate keyboard models. The clicking comes from gold-plated key switches that are the product of the German Cherry engineering corporation. Both of the keyboards have a sleek glossy black design. (Read the full post about ‘Das Keyboard Professional and Ultimate are bold, loud, and sexy!’…)

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Here’s an umbrella that might make would-be-thieves think twice of mugging you. The Umbuster Umbrella’s handle is basically a set of brass knuckles, sans the brass. The handle comes in either wood or aluminum finish. Having said that, it’d probably be quite hard to land more than a punch or two with this umbrella, as the umbrella obviously is still very much attached to the brass knuckle, so don’t try taking this umbrella into a serious fight. While it might be good for scaring off thieves, the price tag of $330 will do an ever better job of ensuring that you have nothing left for them to steal. Tags: high definition TV, gprs, gear, players (Read the full post about ‘One Umbuster To Rule Them All’…)

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Western Digital has begun to ship their brand new backplane-compatible VelociRaptor hard drive that was specially designed for 3.5″ hard drive-based servers, PCs and Macs, and basically anyone else who has the need for a backplane structure. Each VelociRaptor hard drive will come with double the capacity, along with a touted 35% performance increase as well as an equal percentage when it comes to running at cooler temperatures compared to the previous generation. These drives also take pride in having the highest available reliability rating of any SATA drive at a stunning 1.4 million hours MTBF. (Read the full post about ‘Backplane-compatible WD VelociRaptor Hard Drive’…)

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While lava lamps are popular and showing up in various living rooms, the USB glitter rocket is eyeing a spot on your computer table. Going for $11.99 at Office Playground, it will probably do a rather good job of distracting you from your work as you stare at the rocket. It’s advertised to work with PCs, Macs, and doesn’t need any software of batteries. Though it would be interesting if there were some kind of software to control its lights, colors etc. Tags: consumer technology, Hi-fi, buyers guides, plasma (Read the full post about ‘USB Glitter Rocket’…)

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Sure your computer has the processing strength to make your computer geek friends and neighbors jealous,  but you want your computer to look as stylish as it is powerful. Well you can’t get much more stylish than adding this accessory to your PC - a gold keyboard. Wazakura Studios has created some fashionable bling for your PC by making the Kirameki Pure Gold Keyboard. But hang on a minute. Before breaking out your checkbook just yet, Rockefeller, I’m sorry to report that it’s not a solid gold keyboard. What they mean by “Pure Gold” is that the keys are covered in pure gold leaf. The company, however, has refined their process to make the gold leaf keyboard as durable as it is, well, golden. (Read the full post about ‘Gold keyboard adds bling to your PC’…)

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There are dozens of ipod speaker docks out in the market, and the iPig docking station joins a long line of them. You get 25 watts of total power, and it also comes with a 4″ subwoofer and an adjustable bass control. Needless to say, as with any other generic speaker, you can plug this to portable media players, gaming consoles and various compatible audio equipment through the 3.5mm headphone jack. The eyes of the iPig are but speakers, while the ears function as touch-sensitive volume controls. Whenever the iPig is turned on, you will see its mouth light up. Choose from yellow, pink or white colors for $140 per unit. Source: Electronista
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I find it interesting that the first Xbox, which originally had parts of computer and crammed into a console form factor, will now return to its roots in the form of the Lian Li PC-XB01 chassis that houses the Xbox 360 innards within. Made completely from aluminum, the PC-XB01 features plenty of room inside for cool airflow, while the 120mm rear fan is able to channel heat from within to without in a silent and elegant manner, greatly reducing the risk of the console overheating as it is wont to do. Individual Xbox 360 ports are hidden behind dust covers for both aesthetic and convenience reasons. Will you be getting this when it is released? (Read the full post about ‘Lian Li PC-XB01 Launched’…)

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