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It’s time for Apple to create a Gaming Division or buy a major game developer

Info — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 14:14:05 +0000

Now that the iPhone is turning itself in a real threat to PSP and Nintendo DS, Apple should seriously consider entering into the full time game development to provide amazing games to the new mobile gaming platform.

To become a mobile game developer Apple should consider to two different approaches:

1. Create a Mobile Gaming Division
It’s not an easy task to find good game programmers grazing on the pasture. All major game developers are hunting down every creative game designer available and only if Apple creates an aggressive hiring strategy that conquers employees from gaming firms offering a lucrative salary.

Game developers are like young children, they are passionate about their projects and Apple should create a totally different environment to those new creative minds, nothing too difficult for Apple, but different from Apple’s mantra.

2. Create a Joint Venture with Sega and Pangea
Sega is a well known game developer and its looking to expand its mobile gaming development, so Apple can inject Sega fresh cash needed to buy some licensees and create new gaming technologies while Sega can supply Apple the most amazing gaming experience, turning this new gaming platform into the most profitable one.

In the other hand is Pangeasoft, a small gaming developer firm, specialized in Mac games that has demonstrated strong skills developing joyful children games.

With Pangeasoft Apple can create a gaming division aimed at young children with the already known Pangea characters. It is a real plus for Apple to have Pangeasoft, they are passionate and committed mac game developers.

I believe that the better option for Apple is to invest or buy Sega or Pangeasoft, those companies are ready to create amazing and creative projects.

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HP Launches Voodoo Envy 133 Notebook and Omen desktop

Info — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 23:43:07 +0000

HP today announced a new portfolio of Voodoo-branded computing devices targeted at the growing segment of consumers who demand products that combine luxurious quality, personalized styling and unmatched technology innovation.

The first two in the portfolio – the powerful Voodoo Omen desktop and the ultra-mobile Voodoo Envy 133 notebook – were unveiled at the HP Connecting Your World event.

The new Voodoo Omen and Voodoo Envy 133 set the tone for the new portfolio with striking design elements, world-class engineering and extensive personalization options.

“The new Voodoo portfolio is designed to appeal to consumers who have very high expectations for form, function and looks,” said Mike Perkins, vice president and general manager, Voodoo Business Unit, HP. “Our new Voodoo systems exemplify technology excellence while also looking like they would fit as well at an art gallery as on a desk.”

Customers can purchase and personalize Voodoo-branded devices at the redesigned Voodoo website – www.voodoopc.com. Voodoo Envy 133 is expected to be available this summer, and initially, the new Voodoo Omen will be available by invitation only to customers who have previously purchased a Voodoo PC. General availability is planned to follow later this summer.

For gamers and performance users, HP continues to support and develop the HP Blackbird 002 and a family of “HP with Voodoo DNA” products. HP Blackbird 002 and anticipated “HP with Voodoo DNA” products are expected to be available at www.hp.com/voodoodna. An exclusive configuration of HP Blackbird 002 is planned for availability through select retailers.

The pinnacle of design and performance
Supporting up to four graphics processing units and sporting advanced thermal engineering, the modern-styled Voodoo Omen blends art and technology inside and out. The Omen features integrated copper liquid cooling pipes and a built-in, fully functional LCD auxiliary screen. Its advanced thermal engineering with liquid cooling makes it run quietly, even when performing at high levels.

Customers can add the finishing touches to their Voodoo Omen via an extensive palette of Voodoo Allure paint color choices. The new Voodoo Omen will be available for a starting price of $7,000.(1) Other key features include:

Vertical diffusion thermals – the power of natural convection currents is harnessed for advanced cooling and quiet acoustics.
Auxiliary LCD – a 7-inch (diagonal) built-in auxiliary LCD is a full-function secondary display.

Advanced liquid cooling – copper cooling pipes embedded in the chassis, aircraft-quality quick-release hose connectors, and more combine in one of the most advanced liquid cooling systems on the planet.

Tool-less architecture – side panels, hard drives, video cards and other critical components can be removed without tools.
Top-loading cables – cables plug into the system under a removable top panel, improving access to the cable connections and contributing to the clean exterior design.

Interior lighting – battery-powered interior lighting gives users visibility to upgrade components when the system is powered off.
The head-turning ultra-mobile notebook

Measuring just over half an inch thin and weighing less than 3.4 pounds,(2) the Voodoo Envy 133 is a showcase of ultra-mobility and thermal engineering in a tiny, sophisticated chassis. Its Voodoo IOS (Instant-On Solution) makes it one of the fastest-loading systems ever launched by HP, giving mobile users near-instant access to the Internet and Skype.(3)

The Voodoo Envy 133 was developed using the smallest available Intel® Centrino® technology. Despite its small size and elegant design, the notebook offers a wide range of functionality typically associated with larger notebooks, and includes Ethernet and wireless connectivity,(4) a wide selection of ports, a replaceable battery and more.(5)

“We worked with HP to enable the Voodoo Envy 133 to be as small as possible without losing key features such as performance and battery life,” said Mooly Eden, corporate vice president and general manager, Mobile Platforms Group, Intel. “The final outcome is a terrific notebook that showcases the benefits of our Intel Centrino platform, which retains a high level of performance and low-energy consumption even after we shrunk it by more than 50 percent using our expertise in packaging technology.”

To appeal to everyone’s unique tastes, customers can personalize their Voodoo Envy with Voodoo Allure paint colors. A high-quality, backlit keyboard, full 13.3-inch LED display and coordinated peripherals add to the overall styling and sophistication of the notebook.

The Voodoo Envy 133 will be available for a starting price of $2,099.(1) Other key features include:

Voodoo Aura PowerConnect – establishes a one-to-one wireless connection between the Envy 133 notebook and an Ethernet connector located on the power supply, allowing users to roam free from the wired connection.(3)

Multiple gesture touchpad – more than a standard touchpad, the Envy 133 also provides capabilities such as a circular gesture called chiral scroll and pinch options.

Durability – the carbon fibre casing and fused composite glass covering the display provide surprising strength and durability.
External optical disk drive – an ID-coordinated external eSATA optical drive is included with every unit.

Professional backlit keyboard – reminiscent of old-school tactile desktop keyboards with just enough “click” to get even the most die-hard tech enthusiast smiling.
Ports – extensive usability via a variety of I/O ports, including headphone/microphone, HDMI, USB 2.0 (1x) and a shared e-SATA/USB (1x).

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Radioraft: New monster ipod based waterproof sound system

Info — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 11:00:45 +0000

Now you can let anyone be the DJ in the pool, lake, river or ocean. It sounds incredible and projects stereo sound a full 360 degrees using patented technology. So, no matter what side anyone is on, the whole party will hear the same crisp clean JAMS! Place your Ipod inside the watertight glove box and control the sound at the waterproof controls. Plus, choose the optional Sirius Satellite and simply dial in your favorite genre. This extremely rugged system has 400 watts pushing 5 speakers, while offering 8 continuous hours of play time. If you really want to get things jumping, get the optional subwoofer!

Let the Jams from this awsome system set your next Party off. Imagine that music on the water pumping out of this sexy, floating stereo. If you party on any type of water, you have got to get this sound system! Check out these features and options:

Five speakers
360 degrees of stereo sound
Subwoofer (optional)
Plays ipod/MP3 w/ waterproof drydock
Sirius Satellite (optional)
400 watts of power
Rechargeable battery w/ 8 hour play time
6 Stainless steel cupholders (Beer not included)
Custom tube cover with your logo (optional)
Rugged roll bar (optional)

Source: http://www.radioraft.com/

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Meet AMD’s Dirk Meyer

Info — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 14:44:32 +0000

Lately, there has been much written about AMD’s top executive Hector Ruiz and his up-and-coming successor Dirk Meyer. Most people know that AMD’s stuck in a rough spot. Their quad-core chips came to market late and had problems. They are set to deliver in 2008, but will it be enough?
Last year AMD bought ATI in hopes of building a combined single-chip graphics and processor core, code-named “Fusion.” We are still waiting to see if that materializes and AMD’s bet pays off. Word is that the 2nd in command, Meyer, is running the operational show, as Ruiz focuses on working with big customers. ZDNet has a lengthy article on Meyer’s role including some conflicting comments suggesting that Meyer may have been the one at fault for a late Barcelona, or that it may have been some Ruiz cronies that Meyer could have his hands full with. It’s a good read and it makes it seem like Meyer is not quite ready to take over, but he’s in line as he was named to the Board of Directors. Ruiz has previously said he would run AMD through 2008 and the board has been willing to keep him on even while AMD goes through its most challenging down cycle.
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