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A Wave of Discussion into Google Docs

17 March 2011 Marco Attard Comms and Internet
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A Wave of Discussion into Google Docs

Google adds "Discussions" into its cloud-based word processing service, Docs-- a shared commenting system some describe as a less complicated Google Wave.

The comment/chat feature allows multiple users to edit a single document (even simultaneously). Users can also invite new collaborators by simply putting their email address in a message-- while the system sends email notifications when one receives a reply to a thread or comment. Separate chat can also go on while users edit the document in Continue reading...

One Device for Mobile, Landline and Softphone

16 February 2011 Marco Attard Comms and Internet
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One Device for Mobile, Landline and Softphone

Plantronics announces its Calisto 800 at Barcelona's Mobile World Congress, a speakerphone series unifying mobile, landline and pc-based softphone communications.

The company says the device makes it easy to collaborate with users across any device-- ideal for professionals working from home, as it offers full call control with Microsoft Office Communicator and Lync 2010.

A 2.4" colour display and a touch sensitive dial pad allow caller ID viewing, dialing, answering, switching and muting across Continue reading...

Vodafone Webbox Turns Any TV into Internet Access

12 February 2011 Bob Snyder Comms and Internet
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Vodafone Webbox Turns Any TV into Internet Access

Vodafone tore a phone apart...put the components in a keyboard box, added standard RCA connectors – and now you have the Vodafone Webbox, the first device of its kind, bringing affordable internet access to existing television set, just by plugging in a keyboard.

Developed with emerging markets in mind (where many don't yet have affordable internet access), the Webbox is a sleek, black, 14 x 25cm QWERTY keyboard. Webbox plugs into TV with no set-up required, converting any standard domestic television Continue reading...

Cisco Boosts Router Solution

26 January 2011 Marco Attard Comms and Internet
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Cisco Boosts Router Solution

Cisco describes its Linksys E4200 router as its best-in-class wireless networking solution-- with speeds of up to 450 Mbps.

The router carries simultaneous dual-band wireless-N, x4 gigabit ports and 3x3 antenna configuration in sleek industrial design. Combining its 6 antennas with internal and external amplifiers also boosts its signal strength.

It comes with a USB port, through which customers can turn the E4200 into a UPnP media server-- storingn and sharing media through their network. The Continue reading...

Wifi Direct, New Device Certification

29 October 2010 Marco Attard Comms and Internet
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Wifi Direct, New Device Certification

The technology allows peer-to-peer wifi connections between devices like smartphones and cameras-- without the need for wifi networks or access points.

Range and speeds are the same as existing wifi's (200m, 250Mbit/sec). The system employs the latest WPA2 security protections.

Wifi Alliance as an example tells of a user taking photos from a ship's upper deck and sending pictures to a laptop (wifi direct-enabled) on a deck below.

The first Wifi Direct certified devices include Atheros XSPAN Dual-band Continue reading...

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