Those 27″ failing iMacs just got an update today that is supposedly supposed to fix the screen flickering that have plagued a majority of the users. Apple has even gone as far as to stop production of the iMacs while a fix is to be found. This follows another update that was supposed to fix screen flickering, but didn’t. So what’s new? This one is supposed to work.

In addition, there’s a iTunes update which makes sure that iTunes actually remembers your password when you told it to. The update also fixes a bunch of other sync and performance related issues, like recognizing your iPod when you connect it. In any light, both updates welcome several fixes to both the iMac and iTunes and can be downloaded right now.

Source: Apple KB DL927 (iTunes), KB DL998 (iMac)

The most anticipated product for seven years – it’s here. More pictures, speculation and others from us below.

At first glance, the iPad (before you had a chance to see anything about it), you think “Holy cow, this will revolutionize everything” or “This is sexy!” Both might be true, but at it’s heart, it is just a 10″ iPod touch give or take 3G support. Internet on the tablet is remarkable, the iPod app is a significant improvement, you can have a wallpaper as your home screen background, and watch HD YouTube videos. But is that it? No. It also features Bluetooth 2.1, 802.11n out of the box support, a ebook reader, iPhone app compatibility, LED screen, Google Street View, 1Ghz Apple A4 processor, among others. What missing really take away from the device, however. No camera, multi-tasking, flash, or other stuff really take away from it.

But why should I go on any farther?

The pricing starts at $499 for a WiFi only 16GB version and goes to $829 for a unlocked 3G + WiFi capable 64GB version of the tablet, meaning you can pop in your SIM and start surfing the internets. In addition, AT&T will offer a no contract $20 per month internet service for the iPad.

On to the nitty and gritty.

Price:
WiFi capable models are:

16GB - $499
32GB – $599
64 GB - $699

3G + WiFi capable models are:
16GB - $629
32GB - $729
64GB - $829

Capacity
16GB, 32GB, 64GB

Processor
1Ghz Apple A4 Processor

App Support:
Most iPhone apps are compatible at a high and low resolution format.

Apps already built in
Safari
Mail
Photos
Video
YouTube
iPod
iTunes
App Store
iBooks
Maps
Notes
Calendar
Contacts

Apps already optimized for iPad
NOVA
Need for Speed: Shift

Launch:
WiFi only models: Late March 2010
3G + WiFi models: April 2010

Android has been is plenty of devices and household appliances by now, like a Android washer. This microwave is no different. Made by Touch Revolution, the same people who made the Android desk phones, this microwave is an additional $200 on top your standard cost for a microwave. Whatever the case, it really stands out. The NIM1000 module is what really makes this work, making it easier to add touch screen interfaces to everyday appliances. And just like every other Touch Revolution device we’ve covered, it’s a reference design, so you probably will see the same device sometime later with a different name.

Or you might never see it all again – that’s CES.

Source: Press Release – see below

CES 2010: Aluratek Announces the Cinepal

High-Definition Portable Media Player

Cinepal is an all-in-one, high-definition solution for videos, photos, music and eBooks

(Las Vegas, NV Central Hall Booth #12047 – January 7, 2010) – Aluratek, Inc. (www.Aluratek.com), a leading creator of sophisticated yet user-friendly computer peripherals and consumer electronic devices, announces Cinepal – the high-definition portable media player for videos, photos, music and eBooks – at CES 2010. Aluratek is located in Central Hall, booth #12047.

The Cinepal is an ultra-portable, comprehensive solution for all of your various media. The 8.9 inch, 720p LCD display is perfect for viewing movies, photos and eBooks. Featuring 4GB of built-in memory and an expandable SD/SDHC memory card slot, Cinepal also plays MP3 and WMA files and has a built-in lithium ion rechargeable battery for up to six hours of continuous use.

“With more consumers downloading and storing movies digitally, the Cinepal will be a welcome travel companion with its superior battery life and 8.9″ HD viewing screen,” said John Wolikow, VP Sales and Marketing for Aluratek. “Throw in music, photo, and eBook support and you can have your entire digital library at your fingertips.”

To provide full access to your favorite movies, Cinepal features DivX DRM support, which allows for the download of new, DRM-encrypted movies and the ability to watch them in HD. DivX movies can be purchased from Cinemanow.com and FilmFresh.com as well as a variety of other etailers.

In addition to DivX, Cinepal also supports HD video in AVI, VOB, DAT, MPG, MPEG, H.264, MKV and RM/RMVB. Supported formats for music are MP3 and WMA, while photo supports JPEG and MPG and memory media includes SD/SDHC/MMC, USB flash drive and USB hard drive. The Cinepal is compatible with both PC and Mac and has an MSRP of $179.

Other products launching at the Aluratek CES booth include the “Brick” iPod/iPhone speaker dock with built-in amplifier and a Wi-Fi Internet Radio featuring an alarm. Lastly, a new high-speed USB 3.0 docking enclosure with a USB 3.0 PCI card will also be on-hand for demonstration.

Aluratek’s main product categories currently include digital photo frames, eBooks, camcorders, 3G cellular Wi-Fi routers and Internet radio. Portable media players is a new category focus for 2010. For more information on Cinepal, or other Aluratek products, visit www.Aluratek.com.