Sun bolsters x86 server line with AMD Opterons

Sun has expanded its Solaris x86 range with more AMD Opteron-based servers and workstations. New announcements include the Sun Fire V40z Server, Sun Java Workstation W1100z and Sun Java Workstation W2100z, which are now officially available. 'With Sun offering unparalleled leadership on operating systems, high-performance hardware and the Sun Java System software, including the Java Enterprise System and the Java Desktop System, I'm confident our newest systems based on the AMD Opteron processor will leave our competitors in the dark,' boasted John Fowler, executive VP of Sun's Network Systems Group. ...more

Apple and BMW unveil in-car iPod

Apple and BMW have unveiled a complete in-car iPod system for several models in the German car manufacturer's range. The iPod is connected to the car's bult-in stereo system via an adapter hidden in the glove box, and can be operated using the standard controls on the steering wheel. Compatible models comprise BMW's 3 Series, Z4 Roadster, X3 and X5 Sports Activity Vehicle and the Mini. ...more

UK games chart: Battlestations Midway cruises to number one

Warship gameplay, in the form Eidos's Battlestations: Midway (PC, Xbox), cruises its way straight to number one in this week's ELSPA UK Games Chart. Midway follows the war through the eyes of a new recruit, Henry Walker, and lets you lead your fleet through 11 campaign story missions, involving the major sea battles of World War II. A second new entry is THQ's Avatar: The Legend of Aang (DS, GBA, PC, PS2, PSP, Wii). ...more

Keep a remote eye out

So you are at the office and you're wondering what's going on at home. Perhaps you want to spy on the dog or check that no burglars are making away with your PlayStation 2. What hi-tech gizmos are available for the wannabe voyeur? You could set up a series of web cams around the house, but that would be a bit sad. ...more

Ericsson and Vodafone go 3G

Ericsson and Vodafone made the first commercial WCDMA (Wideband Code Division Multiple Access) live voice call yesterday. This heralds a breakthrough in 3G network technology as the call was made using commercial equipment, using commercial WCDMA nodes. The call was made on a mobile phone via Vodafone's 3G network in Thames Valley, to be terminated at a fixed line in Newbury. ...more