| PS Vita v1.80 update now available, PSOne titles for download revealed (video) Aug 28th 2012, 11:26  Of all the new features in firmware version 1.80 we're pretty sure that the ability to play PSOne classics was fairly high on people's want-list. Well, the update is live, and with it a list of the titles available. There are nine on offer today for US Vita owners, which are: Arc the Lad, Cool Boarders 2, Final Fantasy VII, Hot Shots Golf 2, Jet Moto, Syphon Filter, Tomb Raider, Twisted Metal 2 and Wild Arms, with hopefully more to follow. This is in stark contrast to what's available over the pond, as Kotaku points out, with over 100 titles hitting European shores from tomorrow -- somewhat of an imbalance. But, with Sony said to be targeting a younger crowd, maybe it's banking on some of them not remembering the PlayStation's golden age. Feature tour video after the break. Continue reading PS Vita v1.80 update now available, PSOne titles for download revealed (video) Filed under: Gaming, Handhelds PS Vita v1.80 update now available, PSOne titles for download revealed (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 28 Aug 2012 07:26:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink  Joystiq |  PlayStation Blog (EU), PlayStation Blog (US) | Email this | Comments | | Garmin Forerunner 10 is a GPS watch designed for outdoor fitness, we go hands-on Aug 28th 2012, 11:00  Having a svelte design is paramount to the success of any fitness accessory -- a desire to avoid hassle often prompts those of us who opt for purging calories without the convenience of a climate-controlled gym to leave smartphones, and even watches at home. That means nifty contraptions like Garmin's new Fenix all-in-one wearable don't make it to the jogging path, making a compact dedicated running watch a more desirable pick instead. That's the idea behind the Forerunner 10, which Garmin is pushing as a dead-simple GPS-equipped wristwatch for runners, joggers and walkers. Water resistant to 50 meters (for ocean-floor sprints?), the gadget tracks essentials like pace and calories burned, while also keeping tabs on your coordinates, letting you download stats like distance and speed through a USB adapter and Garmin Connect. We weren't able to go for a jog, sadly, though we did spend some time with the Forerunner 10 in an office setting. The watch seemed very straightforward, which you'll find to be quite helpful as you push to match a pre-set pace, without worrying about distractions. It comes in black, green or pink, and while the company suggests that you can wear the watch for non-exercise purposes as well, both colored designs seemed a bit too bright and flashy for regular use. The Forerunner 10 is rated for up to five hours of battery life in training mode, or five weeks in power-save mode (for regular time-keeping purposes), and is available to purchase for $130. You can check one out for yourself at Garmin's Chicago retail location, or you can take a peek in our hands-on photos just below. Continue reading Garmin Forerunner 10 is a GPS watch designed for outdoor fitness, we go hands-on Filed under: GPS, Wearables Garmin Forerunner 10 is a GPS watch designed for outdoor fitness, we go hands-on originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 28 Aug 2012 07:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Garmin | Email this | Comments | | Foxconn announces $226 million half-year net loss, blames usual suspects Aug 28th 2012, 10:05  Manufacturing behemoth Foxconn (Hon Hai) has announced a record net loss of $226 million on turnover of $2 billion for the first half of the year. Unsurprisingly, it attributed the loss to the European debt crisis, global economic slowdown and its customers "continuous struggle" for market share. While it made a big push to encourage new customers, capacity far outstripped demand. In order to stem the tide, it's relocating some of its Shenzen-based facilities to sites in Northern China -- and it's also in talks with carriers to become an ODM, building white-label smartphones in the same way that Huawei and ZTE do. While the loss isn't a rosy picture, the company does have nearly $2 billion stashed in the bank, so it shouldn't be worrying too much. Filed under: Cellphones, Tablets, Mobile Foxconn announces $226 million half-year net loss, blames usual suspects originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 28 Aug 2012 06:05:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink Reuters | Foxconn (PDF) | Email this | Comments | | Sony A99 rumored specs leak: 24.3 megapixels, 921k-dot LCD and 14 bit RAW output Aug 28th 2012, 09:55  Sony's not unleashed a full frame camera for some time, so when a purported spec-sheet for the upcoming Alpha A99 breaks cover, we're elbowing our way to the front to see it. According to Sony Alpha Rumors, it'll be a 24.3-megapixel CMOS Exmor sensor with an ISO range of 100-25,600, 14 bit RAW output and a 1/8000 maximum shutter speed. Other nuggets of interest include a 102 point AF system, full 1080p HD video recording (at 60fps) and a 921k dot LCD (like that seen on the A77 pictured). When might we see this come to market? According to the rumor-mill, sometime in October, with an official unveiling in early September. Along with everything else, it seems. Head on down to the source for the full spread. Filed under: Cameras Sony A99 rumored specs leak: 24.3 megapixels, 921k-dot LCD and 14 bit RAW output originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 28 Aug 2012 05:55:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Sony Alpha Rumors | Email this | Comments | | Samsung announces Drive Link, a car-friendly app with MirrorLink integration Aug 28th 2012, 09:35  Until self-driving cars become mainstream, it's best to keep eyes on roads and hands off phones. With this in mind, Samsung's debuting Drive Link, an app that balances in-car essentials with driver safety, complete with approval from the no-nonsense Japanese Automotive Manufacturers Association. It's all about the bare essentials -- navigation, hands-free calling and audiotainment from your phone-based files or TuneIn. Destinations can be pulled from S Calendar appointments or texts without trouble, and the text-to-speech feature means you won't miss a message, email or social media update. The best bit is that via MirrorLink, all these goodies can be fed through compatible dash screens and speaker systems. Drive Link is available now through Sammy's app store for Europeans sporting an international Galaxy S III, and will be coming to other ICS handsets "in the near future." Filed under: Cellphones, GPS, Transportation, Mobile Samsung announces Drive Link, a car-friendly app with MirrorLink integration originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 28 Aug 2012 05:35:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Samsung | Email this | Comments | |
