Belkin supports breast cancer with new products

Belkin announces two new iPod products that will support breast cancer. The cases will have pink ribbons to support the cause. Belkin will donate $2.50 per case sold. The two cases are:

Mid-October 2009 in the US
DualFit for the Cure (F8Z523BKPSGKBBY) – $29.99

* Adjustable dual-fit system allows for best fit on any arm; maximizes sizing
* Clear screen protector allows for easy navigation
* Key pocket for convenient storage while at the gym or outdoors
* Reflective material for use during nighttime
* Hand-washable

Grip for the Cure (F8Z532BKPSGKBBY) – $29.99

* Textured exterior provides better grip
* Form-fitting construction allows charging while in sleeve and minimizes bulk

This Accessory is compatible with the following iPod models:

* iPod touch 2nd generation, models 32GB and 64GB

more info can be found HERE

Microsoft Security Essentials free download

Microsoft Security Essentials replaces Onecare and is completely free. The software will block malware from attaching to your computer. Try the software now and see how it compares to other free antivirus software.


Download HERE

Eminem lawsuit to Apple goes to court

Rapper Eminem and his label Eight Mile Style sue over the use of his music on iTunes back from 2007. They contend along with Aftermath Records that Apple did not get proper permission to use Eminem's music.

Postal Worker takes 16,000 Best Buy Reward Zones certificates

Maybe he was stocking up for the holidays? But this postal worker stole 16,000 Best Buy reward certificates and purchased over $200,000 worth of merch. Best Buy staff saw him buy popular items like iPods and HDTVs. Douglas A. Parkes will be put on administrative leave until they do away with him i'm guessing.

via TechCrunch

Facebook agrees to shutdown Beacon advertising system

Facebook has agreed to shut down their advertising system called Beacon to settle a class action suit against them. They also agree to create an independent foundation devoted to promoting online privacy, safety and security.

The suit was filed due to Facebook and affiliates violating a series of laws. The settlement still needs to be approved.

via PCWorld

Microsoft fights for the people

Malware is becoming a problem. And Microsoft is going after those companies that produce ads filled with malicious code. This time everyone should be on Microsoft's side.

via Gizmodo

Chase sucks!

I went to my local Chase branch to get a document notarized. I gotten this same document notarized 3 times before. But apparently this time they tell me they can't notarized the document because it's not fully in english. Well all the parts needed to be notarized are in english. And the document clearly stated that all the notary was verifying is that I came in front of them and signed that I swore and acknoledged that all statements are true. The kicker is I went down the street to a different branch who notarized the document.

Windows 7 only $29.99 for college students

Looks like Microsoft is trying to get as many college students to try Windows 7. If you are a college student head over to Win741 for the special price. This normally goes for around $120. Your going to need a valid .edu email address and or proof of student status.

Click the link for more info HERE

Bing grabs 10% of search engine market

Bing had 1.1 billion searches for the month of August. This has given Microsoft a 10.7% share the search engine market. Google remains on top with 7 billion searches in August with 64.6% of the market.

via Cnet

Music publishers want more money

Music industry and greed seem to pop up a lot. And here comes more junk from the music publishers who want money for movies and television shows that feature music. Plus they want money for 30 second music sample too.

"(On iTunes), you can stream radio, and you can preview tracks, things that we should be getting paid performance income for."
--David Renzer, CEO Universal Music Publishing Group

Redbeacon.com

Redbeacon offers up a great service online. Basically you're looking for a job to be done. You can search Redbeacon for those who are qualified to do it. And in addition they tell you the price they can do it for. This website is great for local businesses or freelancers who are looking to drum up some business and repeat customers. Whether you need a painter, work on your car, personal trainer, or landscape design on you lawn, you can find someone at Redbeacon who can help at the right price. Redbeacon also recently took top prize at TechCrunch50 so it's worth checking out this site.

visit Redbeacon HERE

Google's Flip Flap

I have been checking out Google's last Lab product the Flip Flap. Basically you can flip through popular news sites like you would a newspaper or magazine. While Flip Flap still needs some work, it look promising.

Check out Flip Flap HERE

StudentBox.com

Call it the Facebook for the U.K. StudentBox aims to connect U.K. Universities students together using their social network. The site is in beta but you can just anytime.

Visit StudentBox.com HERE

Windows 7 Commercial

Check out the latest Windows 7 commercial here. The commercial shows a lot of happy positive reviews and more.

Former Yahoo VP heading to Microsoft

Eric Boyd a former Yahoo VP is heading to MS to become head of Microsoft's Silicon Valley Ads team. Don't think this will be the last Ex Yahoo employee heading to Microsoft since MS will be absorbing 400 Yahoo employees in the advertising deal between the two companies.

via TechCrunch

Korean Boy Band Leader quits band after Myspace controversy

The reason I have never signed up for a social network like Myspace or Facebook is that it's like an online diary for anyone to see. And this was the downfall of Korean Pop star Park Jae-beom who posted on Myspace 4 years ago he hated Korea. Well four years later someone found his Myspace page and made people aware of the comments. Now the singer quits his popular band and returns to the U.S. Just goes to show how big social networks have become. And how much it can come to hurt you with just some words you post to a friend.

via Chosun

Facebook the new helpline

A sign of the times, two girls update their Facebook account that they are lost in a drain on Honeypot Road at Hackham in Adelaide's southern suburbs. Considering they had phones they could have very well called 000 for direct help. Remember kids Facebook is never the first option when you need help.

via ABC news AU

Bookins.com - Swap books and dvds

Bookins is a site for those who like to trade in their unwanted DVDs and Books for one's they like. The only money spent will be shipping costs. Check out the website HERE

LogicBuy.com - Tech Deals

LogicBuy is one sweet site for bargains on all kinds of tech. The site is nice to look at too with pictures of the deals and rating system of what are the hot deals and what are not. If you haven't checked out this site you have to right now. It will save you a lot of time looking for good deals online.

LogicBuy.com

Steve Jobs will host next week's Apple special event?

The question mark has been laid for awhile whether Steve Jobs would return for the special iPod event on September 9th. According to analyst of Piper Jaffray's Gene Munster say almost certain Steve will be the host of the event.

via Fortune

eBay sells 65% of Skype

Ebay has sold 65% of Skype to an investor group. The reported amount is about 1.9 Billion dollars. Ebay will retain 35% of Skype.

via Ubergizmo