Experts predict convergence and triple play chaos at CES
The piece surveys rapid tech convergence across phones, TVs, and computers, with carriers bundling voice video and Internet to retain customers. It notes CES 2005 signals, industry hopes for devices linking caller ID to TV, camera- angle sports, and personalized online games, plus record shipments and keynote talks by Gates and Barrett.
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Tech roundups note tsunami donations and blog growth
Technology roundup reports hundreds of millions donated to tsunami relief via major sites including Amazon and Apple. Kintera estimates at least 50 million in the past week with firms accounting for up to 15 percent of online giving. Weblogs may surge in prominence due to first person video as news sources.
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Apple flash-based iPod eyed for 2004 unveiling
Analysts expect Apple to introduce a flash memory iPod at Macworld in San Francisco with Steve Jobs. Flash storage costs less than hard disks, potentially dropping overall player cost to 99 to 149 dollars, versus the iPod mini at 249 dollars.
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SBC plans new home entertainment service aims for $100 bundle
SBC Communications unveiled a summer launch for a high speed data and video service integrating satellite TV with Yahoo DSL Internet and a single box. Set top boxes from 2Wire will connect television stereo and computer to the Internet and satellite video.
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