Briefly: patents; MS Vista tool
updated 12:30 pm EST, Wed November 8, 2006
Patents, MS Vista tool
In brief: The U.S. Patent & Trademark Office has published Apple's newly granted patents for a 'Method and apparatus for dynamic performance evaluation of data storage systems,' and a 'Display device'.... Microsoft has announced new technology designed to help developers build applications for Windows Vista, which is slated for release to manufacturing partners in the near future.... A new Apple Authorized Retailer has opened in Xi'an, Mid-Western China, which is larger than the newest store in Beijing, according to one report.... XtraLean Software has launched "ShutterBug Land," a website for ShutterBug users to browse and download from a selection of 28 free new themes.... Popular Science magazine has recognized Belkin's Cable-Free USB Hub for its innovation in the Computing category, using the WisAir chipset to maintain wireless access to USB devices from anywhere in a room.... Take Control Books is offering 50 percent off on all its Take Control eBooks (Electronic Books) through November 13th, 2006.
