Macromedia preview next Flash version

Macromedia has released a beta version of its next-generation Flash Player for Web browsers. The player allows browsers to play Flash content in websites. Performance enhancements in the new version include a 15 to 70 per cent improvement in video performance, improved quality of gradients in video and increased ActionScript performance, particularly for scrolling text and initialising components. ...more

Mobile AMD Duron processors moving into position

AMD's new processor for notebook PCs, the Mobile AMD Duron, is now available. A derivative of the AMD Athlon and AMD Duron processors, it's aimed at "value-conscious" home and business users. The Mobile AMD Duron runs at a lower core voltage than its desktop equivalent and consumes less power. ...more

UPDATED: BT sets stage for broadband price cuts

BT has begun a significant overhaul of its broadband pricing structure which should result in more competition, lower prices and a wider variety of services. The telco is planning to cut the cost of Local Loop Unbundling by up to 70 per cent, whilst realigning the costs for its Datastream and IPStream broadband services. As well as enabling ISPs to increase the number of different ADSL packages they offer - in terms of bandwidth, contention ratios and maximum traffic capacity - it will create scope for price cuts, most notably at faster speeds. ...more

Blast those election blues

Are you already tired of the General Election? It's only been one week since Mr Tony Blair announced that he was going to the country, but in politics a week is a very long time. So, here's your chance to get your own back and show those politicians who really is the boss. Friendlygiants. ...more

PC World desktops go carbon neutral

PC World has announced that it is going green by developing a carbon neutral computer. The computer - which it claims will be the world's most energy-efficient, environmentally-friendly PC - will be made using recycled and recyclable materials where possible. Components will be selected for their low energy consumption. ...more