Nokia says adds Skype to N800 Internet tablet
Nokia, the world`s top mobile phone maker, said on Wednesday it has made Skype telephone services available on the Nokia N800 Internet tablet.
Another case of using counterfeit software at school registered in Russia
Criminal proceeding were started by the Moscow Region Interior Ministry Department on the charge of using counterfeit software at two schools in Domodedovo, Moscow Region. They declined to give more details and advised to address the Interior Ministry.
Progress spacecraft to bring computer equipment to ISS in August
The Progress M-61 space cargo ship will deliver additional equipment to the International Space Station (ISS) August 2 to ensure the stable work of the onboard computer network, a Russian space corporation said Tuesday.
Disney delays "Pirates" game
Disney has officially moved the launch date for its massively mutliplayer online game "Pirates of the Caribbean Online" from summer to fall.
Russia Proton-M booster puts U.S. satellite into orbit
Russian Proton-M carrier rocket has successfully delivered U.S. telecommunications satellite, DirecTV-10, into orbit, Russia`s space agency said.
NASA delays launch of Dawn probe to explore solar system
The US space agency on Friday delayed by 24 hours until Monday the launch of its spacecraft Dawn due to set off on an eight-year mission to unlock the mysteries of the origins of our solar system.
Microsoft to launch Xbox 360 Elite in Japan in October
Microsoft Corp. said on Thursday it would launch the advanced version of its Xbox 360 game console, Xbox 360 Elite, on October 11 in Japan, a country where sales of its game gear lag far behind rival machines from Nintendo Co. Ltd. and Sony Corp.
Dell wants to sell PCs at Asian retail chains
Dell Inc., the world`s second-largest computer maker, said on Thursday it will soon start selling its laptops and desktops at Asian retail chains and stores.
Russia touts space success, but U.S. runs half of satellites
Russia`s space agency chief said Wednesday the U.S. is running half of the world`s satellite fleet, but highlighted Russia`s role in managing the international orbital station and building new pads for launch vehicles.
Google acquires Web-calling service GrandCentral
Google Inc. has acquired GrandCentral Communications, a start-up that lets users manage their existing phones and voice mailboxes over the Web as if they were a single account, the company said on Monday.
Space Forces: Russia puts German satellite into orbit
A Russian Cosmos 3M carrier rocket launched from the Plesetsk space center in northern Russia has put a German SAR-Lupe satellite into orbit, a spokesman for the Space Forces said Tuesday.
Shuttle ends mission with California landing
Space shuttle Atlantis landed at Edwards Air Force Base in California on Friday after a fiery descent through the Earth`s atmosphere that capped a two-week mission to the International Space Station.
Sony sees 380 new PS3 software titles in 2007/08
Sony Corp. (6758.T) said it expects at least 380 new PlayStation 3 software titles to become available in the current business year, on top of more than 100 titles currently on the market, driving demand for its latest console that saw a slow start.
Atlantis landing may be delayed by weather
The landing of the Atlantis space shuttle may be delayed by adverse weather, a spokesperson for Houston mission control said Wednesday.
Google localizes Youtube for European audiences
Google Inc. launched versions of its video sharing service Youtube in French and other languages on Tuesday. Localized versions now exist for Brazil, France, Ireland, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, Poland, Spain, the U.K. and the U.S.
Shuttle prepares to begin its return trip to Earth
After a nearly 10-day stay at the international space station that included construction work and a computer meltdown, space shuttle Atlantis was cleared to begin its return trip to Earth.
Moscow demands Austria release Russian space agency official
Russia is demanding that Austria immediately release the Russian space agency official arrested in the country earlier in the week, and allow him to return home, the Foreign Ministry said Friday.
Russian cosmonauts repaired Space station computers
Two Russian cosmonauts began to get crucial computers up and running Friday, four days after they crashed at the international space station and curbed the outpost`s ability to orient itself and produce oxygen.
EADS unveils jet for space tourism
EADS Astrium, a subsidiary of the European aerospace company (EADS), has unveiled a new vehicle designed to take tourists 100 kilometers (60 miles) up into space.
Microsoft signs another Linux deal
Microsoft Corp. announced Wednesday that it will license instant messaging and digital media technology to a small desktop Linux distributor, Linspire Inc., adding to a growing number of deals meant to help the Windows operating system work more smoothly with open-source software.
Kodak says camera sensor may eliminate flash
Eastman Kodak Co. said on Thursday it has developed digital camera technology that nearly eliminates the need for flash photography, part of the company`s effort to make money from its deep patent portfolio.
Atlantis` return may be delayed
The failure of Russian computers which control the international space station`s positioning have NASA managers considering another extension of space shuttle Atlantis` visit to the orbiting outpost, officials said Wednesday.
Taiwan`s HTC to launch iPhone rival
Taiwan smartphone maker High Tech Computer Corp. (HTC) (2498.TW) said on Tuesday it will launch one of its own-brand touch-screen phones in the United States by the end of the year, as it seeks to compete with Apple`s iPhone.
Astronauts to get extra days in space
Space shuttle Atlantis` astronauts will get to enjoy the view from space for a few extra days.
Belgian newspapers win suit against Google
Google Inc. lost a copyright lawsuit Tuesday to Belgian newspapers that had demanded that it remove headlines and links to articles posted on its news site without their permission.