Fon gets Gspace for Gmail

Wireless internet service provider Fon has bought browser plugin maker Gspace for an undisclosed amount. Gspace is a Firefox browser extension that allows users to upload and keep files using their GMail accounts. The extension will be integrated into a new device Fon will launch in February 2007 called Fon Liberator which is a Wi-Fi router that allows user to attach storage devices via a USB port. ...more

Bulldog takes 4Mbit broadband below ?20

Bulldog has set a new low for broadband pricing, offering its 4Mbit/sec ADSL service for ?20 per month for the first three months, rising to ?30 thereafter. However, it is only available through those exchanges in Central and West London where Bulldog has taken advantage of local loop unbudling (LLU) provisions to install its own equipment. The price include free activation but no modem; prices include VAT. ...more

Microsoft employees call for Ballmer to go

Microsoft employees are arguing among themselves over who is to blame for the delay in the launch of Windows Vista. One disgruntled insider named Who da'Punk voiced his feelings in a blog posting under the heading 'Vista 2007. Fire the leadership now!'. ...more

UPDATED: New Power Macs - faster, cheaper

Apple has introduced a new top-spec Power Mac, and drastically cut the prices of its desktop professional machines. The dual 1.42GHz Power Mac will sell for just ?2099 (inc. ...more

Blu-ray discs debut in the US

Sony has begun shipping recordable Blu-ray discs in the US, despite the absence of compatible hardware. The 25GB BD-R (write-once) 25GB and BD-RE (rewritable) discs are selling from $20 and $25 respectively, with a 2x recording speed and a data transfer rate of 72Mbps, fast enough to support HD video recording. The company plans to begin shipping dual-layer 50GB discs in June, but there is as yet no information on UK availability. ...more