Archive for January, 2007

NVIDIA ForceWare Version 100.54 BETA (Windows Vista x86)

Release Highlights:

First Beta driver for GeForce 8800 GTX/GTS GPUs
This driver supports the following features:

Single GPU support

DirectX 9 support for GeForce 6/7/8 series GPUs
DirectX 10 support for GeForce 8800 GPUs
OpenGL support for GeForce 6/7/8 series GPUs

DirectX 9 and OpenGL NVIDIA SLI support for GeForce 8800 GPUs will be available on January 31, 2007 in a new [...]

Vista’s Promising Video Upgrades

When it comes to graphics, Microsoft’s new operating system may earn its name. Vista promises plenty of great views with upgrades for richly detailed games, as well as better-looking and more-useful desktop apps.
Much of the expected benefit will come from DirectX 10, the first complete rewrite of Microsoft’s ubiquitous package of graphics tools, and [...]

Kiss creates comicbook company

Comic Book Biz: Rock group rolls on shingle — After 34 years of a comicbook presence in rock ‘n’ roll, Kiss has created a comicbook entertainment company. Platinum Studios and Kiss Catalog, the company run by Kiss leaders Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley, have partnered to create the Kiss Comics Group.
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DST to Deliver MARVEL ZOMBIES

Diamond Select unveils in their latest E-Spectrum news of Marvel Zombies.

While not officially announced by name, the sneak peek pic (above) more than speaks for itself: Spider-Man in all his undead fury. The only question remains: Action figures or resin collectibles? While I believe statues and busts will take top billing, I can also see [...]

Man chooses WoW over childbirth

World of Warcraft is in the seat of blame again - this time on the Tyra Banks Show, where a concerned wife has been telling tales of woe about her addicted husband.
Two particularly bad examples of his ‘dependency’ were delaying his birthday dinner to get “just five more minutes,” and leaving his wife in labour [...]

Microsoft’s Vista goes on sale on tomorrow

 
I must say Microsoft is creating a good hype about their new OS, Vista which is set for a consumer launch tomorrow in India and rest of the world. They have deployed a good number of vans nearby colleges, inviting students to check out whats in store for them. Microsoft has also scheduled a launch [...]

Microsoft Closes Vista Upgrade Loophole

Many computer users prefer to install their operating system “clean” by simply using their old Windows disc to verify they own a copy of the software. However, that appears to no longer be possible using an Upgrade version of Windows Vista.
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Whedon Directing The Office Episode

Jenna Fischer, who plays Pam Beesly on NBC’s hit comedy “The Office,” has posted on her MySpace page about Joss Whedon directing an episode.
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Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter 2 Demo Confirmed

Ubisoft has confirmed that at least a single-player demo of Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter 2 for Xbox 360 is on its way to Xbox Live Marketplace.
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Xbox Live: Skyland Episode Available for Free

In 2251, the earth shattered into millions of blocks that now float in orbit around its core. These blocks remained suitable for living, and life resumed on them. Water is now the most precious resource.
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