Archive for April, 2008

XP SP3 not generally available yet, after all

Tuesday, April 29th, 2008

Microsoft has decided not to release Windows XP Service Pack (SP) 3 to Windows Update and the Microsoft Download Center as planned on April 29. The reason? A last-minute compatibility issue with a Microsoft application — Microsoft Dynamics Retail Management System (RMS). Here’s the latest from a company spokesperson: “I wanted to ...

Grand Theft Auto IV releases tomorrow!

Monday, April 28th, 2008

This is one of my favorite series of games... GTA. It's been awhile since one is released but after tomorrow the wait is over. There are hundreds of articles around the release about how amazing the graphics are, or how deep the game plays goes, but a majority ...

Secret Pre-Release Details On Windows XP Service Pack 3

Sunday, April 27th, 2008

Tech ARP was the first to break the news on the release of Windows Vista Service Pack 1 and the final RTM schedule of Windows XP Service Pack 3. Now, they will be the first to release the full details on Microsoft ’s Windows XP Service Pack 3, which as we ...

Wesley Snipes gets sentenced to 3 years

Friday, April 25th, 2008

This is a bunch of crap seriously.  Sure, he definitely needs to make good on the amount he owes, PLUS fines.  But sentencing him to 3 years in jail that they taxpayers have to pay for is ridiculous.   I know it will be appealed and at minimum I do think ...

Survivor - Ponderosa

Friday, April 25th, 2008

If you're a fan of the reality show Survivor, you'll definitely want to check out the new webisode series CBS put online. It showcases the cast-off's from when they are voted off to when they first arrive at the jury camp, aka Ponderosa, to what they get to do ...

EBay sues Craigslist

Wednesday, April 23rd, 2008

For whatever reason, EBay is suing Craigslist.  What is more surprising to me is that EBay owns roughly 28% of Craigslist.  I suppose it is smart for EBay since they are probably losing money because since they keep raising their fees, it is more lucrative for sellers to use Craigslist ...

Windows XP SP3 released to manfacturing today, due out Apr 29

Monday, April 21st, 2008

The newest service pack (SP3) for Microsoft's Windows XP is due to release to manufacturing today, April 21st with a public release date of April 28th. There are supposed to be a ton of fixes, including news ones, along with some new features such as NAP included. Given ...

Watch The Guild

Sunday, April 20th, 2008

If you haven't seen them by now, you should check out the webisodes of "The Guild" where Felicia Day and friends parody MMORPG players from games like Everquest and WoW. They are really funny, even more so if you are a player. Here is episode 1 - Check out their ...

Xbox 360 System update now available (no new features)

Friday, April 18th, 2008

If you logged on to your Xbox360 today, you probably noticed that you were required to do an update.  Well apparently there were no new features added, but rather just updates that are in preparation for the Spring update. A few minutes ago, the team released a system update for the ...

Gaming appearing recession proof as Wii, DS dominate sales

Friday, April 18th, 2008

Gaming appears recession proof?  It's not hard to believe because if you look at the price per hour entertainment value it makes sense.  You can spend $40-$60 for a game you can play for 70+ hours which makes it very cheap entertainment.  Think about going out to the movies... you'll ...