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By Jason Dunn There's a Zune HD firmware update that has just been released - it will take your Zune HD from 4.1 to 4.3...I don't know why they skipped 4.2, nor do I know what this firmware update adds or fixes. There's no information about this firmware update at Zune Insider. My Zune HD didn't automatically detec...

By Bob Bhatnagar George Hotz (Geohot) has released the newest update of his jailbreaking tool blackra1n, version RC3. In addition, he has made public a true carrier unlock for the latest firmware iPhone OS 3.1.2 and baseband 05.11.07. Geohot's blackra1n RC3 software jailbreaks any iPhone running 3.1 or later...

By Sumeeth Evans This Fix it Solution automates setting a system variable to ignore the IphlpsvcMigPlugin.ddd plug-in on Windows Vista which enables the update to occur successfully from Windows Vista to Windows 7. Microsoft cautions that this Fix it solution should not be used for Windows 7 upgrades th...

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Blacksn0w, child of overserious shadow-lurker GeoHot and brother of equally straighforward jailbreak app Blackra1n, is now available, and should make unlocking your late-version iPhone 3G or 3GS a dead-simple process. Before you dive in, though, there's one caveat:

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By John Herrman Apple can permanently patch the blacksn0w exploit in their next firmware update. You must download Cydia's "On File" system in case Apple blocks more exploits in future updates. It's still safe to run the tool, but keep in mind that Apple can—and probably will—patch the core exploit used b...

The latest version of Apple [AAPL] iTunes, version 9.0.2 is out and is said to contain many enhancements and “fixes”. Palm Pre owners that download the new version of iTunes will find that once again that they have lost the ability to synchronize their smartphones. It’s been a back and forth ba...

By MIG-31 Quote: DirectX 11 is now available for Windows Vista users through a new Platform Update for Windows Vista available automatically through the Windows Update function. Buried in the patch notes is a low-key "Updates to DirectX to support hardware acceleration for 2D, 3D, and text-base...

By Jeremy Sikora iPhone hacker, geohot, has released blackra1n RC2 for your enjoyment. It corrects a few small bugs from the first release and can be downloaded here. Fixed 3G issues Tethered jailbreak for 3.1 OOTB ipt 8GB and new 3GSes Fixed icy issues Both Windows and Mac If you used RC1 with success, no need...

By Console Monster EA has given us details of the new FIFA 10 patch which is almost ready to be released on Xbox 360 and PS3. We told you last week, about the disconnection problems and random bugs in Manager Mode that were plaguing some people. FIFA community manager Philip Wride said: 'Responding to post-laun...

By Will Park Toshiba is pushing out a little present to Toshiba (OTCPK: TOSBF) TG01 owners today. Following on the official launch of Windows Mobile 6.5, TG01 users around the world can now update to the new Windows Mobile 6.5 Professional OS for free! The update is being rolled out to English, German and...

By communities@secondlife.com We recently made several changes to the Second Life servers to address a potential security issue. To take advantage of the recent server upgrades and ensure that Second Life functions as you expect, we have released a new version of the Second Life Viewer.

By lionel@macbidouille.com (Lionel) Improved compatibility with camcorders using the iFrame video format Improved compatibility with importing video captured on the iPod nanoFixed problems with resizing the iMovie window during playback  The update is recommended for all users of iMovie '09.

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By news@ilounge.com (Charles Starrett) Apple has released iPhone OS 3.1.2, its first major update to the iPhone’s software since the launch of version 3.1 on September 9. According to Apple’s release notes, the update “[r]esolves [a] sporadic issue that may cause iPhone to not wake from sleep,” as well as an “intermittent issue th...

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By news@ilounge.com (Charles Starrett) Apple has released iPhone OS 3.1.2, its first major update to the iPhone’s software since the launch of version 3.1 on September 9. According to Apple’s release notes, the update “[r]esolves [a] sporadic issue that may cause iPhone to not wake from sleep,” as well as an “intermittent issue th...

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By Dave Hayden Lots of bug fixes and two new controls!

By Matt Paprocki One of the requested features for Rock Band 2 users has been implemented with a title update on the Xbox 360, allowing support for wireless microphones such as those included with Lips. The Rock Band forums divulge all of the details, including background downloading of all songs purchas...

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By DarkWish Nintendo has released the 4.2 firmware update for Wii. What new features does it bring? Well, none it seems. What it does do though is delete the Homebrew Channel, BootMii, all forms of cIOS, and more. So if you have any homebrew on your Wii at all, do not update! [UPDATE] From Nintendo… “This upd...

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By Adam Pash Windows/Mac/Linux: VLC—the most popular video player among Lifehacker readers—just released an update to version 1.0.2. The update addresses a serious security issue, adds 64-bit support for OS X, and fixes several bugs. The full changelog mentions a completely reworked interface for...

Vitaliy Pronkin today is pleased to announce availability of SoundGrid 2.0 for iPhone and iPod Touch. SoundGrid aims to be the most advanced matrix sequencer for iPhone and iPod Touch devices. It was inspired by famous Yamaha Tenori-On and popular ToneMatrix webapp by Andre Michelle. Vers...

RIM has released an update to their free IM clients family, pushing them to version 2.5 and making them available for download. Windows Live Messenger for BlackBerry, Yahoo! Messenger for BlackBerry, ICQ for BlackBerry smartphones, Google Talk for BlackBerry smartphones, and AOL Inst...

By Sean Fallon The pre-release version is available now in English and multilingual versions for those anxious to give it a spin. As always, make sure you have a plan that supports tethering so you don't accidentally run up an outrageous data bill. [The BlackBerry Ninja via IntoMobile]

By Tara Marriott BlackBerry Operating system version 4.5.0.138 has been officially launched by Verizon. Version 4.5.0.138 is for the Curve 8330 and Pearl 8130. This is only the latest and not the newest official release. This update will resolves the following issues for the BlackBerry Curve 8330, it used to tri...

Download this exclusive extract in PDF — GRAFTING – THE ART OF BORROWING — from the new digital retouching book by Gry Garness, CS4 Digital Retouching For Fashion, Beauty And Portrait Photography. From the intro: Grafting is simply borrowing a piece of the image, and placing it over an are...

However, there is no sign of the phone's release date in site and someone who claims to be an engineer with Sprint told us that it is because of a software bug that is similar to what caused the delayed release of the Palm Treo Pro. If this is true, ...

 OK This can lead to the smart phone not ringing and causing the user to miss an incoming call." The update is recommended for Sprint Treo Pro EVDO devices only. Check the link below for the download and more specifics.

 UK Microsoft has made Service Pack 2 available for Windows Vista and Server 2008 - grab the installers within if you need 'em. Although most of us are waiting for Microsoft to release Windows 7, the software giant is still hard at work maintaining the ...

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 Norway Amazon updated its free Kindle app for the iPhone, adding three features in version 1.1 that many people--including some right here at Macworld--have been waiting for. The update also adds the ability to pinch to zoom in on images in Kindle books. ...

The Cupcake 1.5 bundles up an on-screen QWERTY keyboard that is apt for the latest Android devices which come minus hardware keyboards. This new version will be seen on the HTC Magic and Samsung I7500 smartphones. Along with several behind-the-scenes ...

Truphone released a third major update to its mobile communication app Tuesday and clearly leads the pack of IP telephony applications for the iPhone as Apple's device approaches two years on the market. Truphone 3.0 for iPhone features an updated UI ...

By Ryan F. Homebrew coder brkirch has released a new update for Gecko OS. This wiibrew app that let's you play Nintendo Wii games from other regions is now updated to version 1.9. The latest version adds new features and fixes some bugs from the previous release.

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Sony this week said that NBC Universal TV shows are now available in HD on PSN. HD shows include 30 Rock, Heroes, and The Office. Sony this week released patch 1.24 to Killzone 2. The update addresses various game issues and adds three new ranks and a ...

Easy Peasy v1.1 is available to download right now from the Easy Peasy website and offers a fresh new way to use and enjoy your Eee PC. With the built-in features, new visual changes and bug fixes, Easy Peasy will prove to be a real contender for the default Xandros and Windows that is installed...

CNET News  UK - Amy-Mae Elliott Other new features in the software update include the ability to set alarms to wake to music, set timers to turn off music automatically, playback of DRM-protected Microsoft WMA files as well as full support for iTunes' DRM-free AAC music. ...

By Brian Ashcraft A mandatory update has just hit the Xbox 360. According to Microsoft's Larry Hryb, "This update addresses interruption issues that some Xbox LIVE users may have experienced when playing a limited number of Xbox 360 games." Xbox 360 System update now available (no new features) [Major Nel...

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Improved performance heads the list of improvements. Late last night, Adobe released an update for Photoshop CS4 and Photoshop CS4 Extended to address several problems discovered after release. Highlights of the update include: • A number of issues that could cause slow perf...

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By Christina Warren Filed under: Software Update, iPhone, iPod touch Apple has just updated the firmware for the iPhone and the iPod touch to 2.2.1. The list (at least for the iPod touch) looks like it is mostly bug fixes and stability improvements, but we're still searching for a full list of all the changes.

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The software giant has also released the first patch for their recently made available Windows 7 Beta. The company said that this patch is to fix a flaw ... 1 Security Patch for all Windows versions, also 2008 Core, no ... Bink.nu Microsoft, RIM, Oracle release critical patches PCWorld.co.nz

 PA - On Wednesday, GPS accessory company Garmin released version 2.0.5 of its firmware for its family of devices. The update, a 15 megabyte download (courtesy of ...

 NY - Dec 12, 2008 By Nicholas Deleon So Sling released a tiny update, up to version 1.0.7 now, to its Sling Player software that, among other amazing things, ...

By Justin Mann The world's current most popular Linux desktop flavor, Ubuntu, is busy at work on the successor to their existing version, which was released only a month ago. The next update, Ubuntu 9.04, is currently under development and should have an alpha version available for perusal this week, pe...

Apple on Monday released an update for its newest MacBook and MacBook line of notebooks. Specifically, the firmware addresses...

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By Rui Silva Microsoft released recently the Windows Mobile 6.1 POP and IMAP Send Mail Patch . Overview This behavior is associated with a feature that is introduced in Windows Mobile 6.1. The feature allows for mobile operators to specify an alternate SMTP server name that is used if e-mail messages can...

By King PowerDVD incorporates support for high-definition audio and video, true 8-channel home theater audio playback, virtual surround sound, as well as complete controls and extra features for DVD enthusiasts. ...

By darren@headfirstproductions.ca I’ve updated the previous patch of ElevatedFormBuilder to a Ruby on Rails plugin. You can now install it as a plugin from my github: script/plugin install git://github.com/darrenterhune/elevated_form_builder.git If anyone has any ...

By Elaine Chow In case you haven't opened up your iTunes in the last few hours, Apple's released v.8.0.1 to fix several 8.0.0 issues with HDTV episodes, the Genius auto-playlist feature and software update checks. For instance, iTunes will no longer accidentally overwrite HD versions of your TV episodes wi...

Oracle has previewed the next release of its E-Business Suite at OpenWorld 2008 in San Franciso, and released a new JDeveloper and Oracle Application Development Framework tool. The firm showed off version 12.1 of E-Business Suite, ...

By Kit Eaton The Zune 3.0 update is just hitting now chaps. Go grab it, update your PMPs and tell us how it goes in the comments. You can get the files here, and get the full Microsoft spiel about what's new here. [Thanks mbaronny!]

By Alex TiVo Desktop 2.6.2 This version has the following improvements in TiVo Desktop. Improved communications with TiVo when linking to TiVo account and handling web video content. Improved handling of web video content when pausing or shutting down TiVo Server.

Support for the new Media Transfer Protocol highlights the update. Canon has released Version 1.1.0 of the EOS Digital Rebel XTi/EOS 400D firmware incorporating the following fixes and improvements: 1. Adds support for the new Media Transfer Protocol (MTP) USB protocol. 2. Corrects errors...

By info@technologyguide.com Lenovo introduces ThinkPad T61p mobile workstationVista Service Pack 1 beta for possible release next weekHands-on with the Intel Classmate PC (Linux)Acer starting to introduce Gemstone notebooks in US