Pioneer unveils an 8x DVD writer, the DVR-A07XL

Pioneer is the latest manufacturer to introduce an 8x DVD writer, the DVR-A07XL. The multi-format drive will burn both DVD-R and DVD+R disks at 8x, dropping to 4x for RW disks. The drive features Pioneer's new QuietDrive casing that reduces vibration from the mechanism. ...more

FSP launches cool kit with hot looks

Aimed at those concerned with keeping their PCs cool and quiet, the FSP Group has announced the UK availability of its 'Cooling Kit'. For the colour conscious, the Cooling Kit consists of a 400W power supply (Maximum output 450W) with a dual colour coating (blue and yellow), a golden coloured fan guard and the FSP 120mm fan, which is illuminated with red, green and blue LED's. There are also two 80mm system fans available, for both Intel and AMD compatibility - the kits support Intel P4s up to 3. ...more

Mozilla claims top spot in Mac JavaScript tests

Apple has published the results of a set of JavaScript tests on the six 'major Mac browsers'. The tests, which will be of interest to anyone developing Web sites, were run on Internet Explorer 5.2, iCab Preview 2. ...more

Germany abandons Internet tax

The German government has backed away from plans to tax internet use for businesses. The proposed Finance Ministry rule, which would tax firms every time an employee used the Net for personal reasons, was announced last month but was heavily criticised by IT businesses as unworkable. Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder confirmed it would now not come into practice. ...more

Everyone loves My Little Tony

A while ago I reported on the PortaBush, a virtual President of the USA for the Palm. I wondered why there wasn't a virtual Tony Blair and now it seems that someone must have been listening, as a new Web site has appeared with a virtual PM for you to abuse. The MyLittleTony. ...more