Symantec buys Relicore to boost enterprise offerings

Symantec has bolstered its position in the enterprise, announcing it is to acquire Relicore, a company specialising in managing and configuring data centres. Financial details of the deal have not been disclosed, but it is expected to close by the middle of the month. Relicore's flagship Clarity product searches through a network to determine the hardware and software components used by each application, mapping the network and tracking any changes made to the way it is run. ...more

Intel to produce design for wireless devices

Intel will develop its own blueprint for wireless devices in a bid to keep manufacturers loyal to Intel chips, it was revealed today. The plan will be unveiled at its developer forum in Tokyo according to News.com. ...more

Intel launches three new processors for PDAs

Chip giant Intel has introduced three new processors for PDAs. The new chips are said to offer better performance and longer battery life in a smaller package. The announcement includes two new versions of the PXA26x series and a replacement for the PXA250 The PXA263 processor is Intel's first 'stacked' processor for PDAs and brings memory and processor chips together in a smaller package. ...more

Sony unveils the Walkman Bean

Sony has unveiled the latest addition to its ever-growing range of portable music players, the Walkman Bean. The 'ergonomic' bean-shaped player offers 512Mb and 1GB capacities in white, black, blue or pink, with a one-line OLED display and neat, pop-up USB connector. The 512MB version will also be available with an FM tuner. ...more

ITV gets serious about online content

ITV is putting a fire under its online strategy, announcing it is to launch a major overhaul of its online presence this year along with a recruitment drive to staff up the division. The new ITV online will feature a media player through which viewers gain access to simulcasts, previews and catch-ups of broadcast content within a 30-day window. Aside from major sporting events and other premium content, this programming will be free. ...more