Technology
Cell phone companies scramble to halt trafficking (AP)
AP - For less than $15, you can buy a cell phone loaded with minutes. You can buy more as you go whenever those minutes run out. Best of all, you aren't locked into a long-term contract. Read more…
iPhone 3G: The First 48 Hours (PC World)
PC World - Activation was the easy part; I'm disappointed with AT&T's 3G coverage and the iPhone's GPS features. Read more…
Microsoft cuts price of Xbox 360 (CNET)
CNET - Microsoft on Sunday cut the price of its best-selling Xbox 360 Pro model game console with a 20 GB hard drive to $299 from $349. Read more…
Videogame makers to duel in E3 arena (AFP)
AFP - Blockbuster sequels, slick technology and duels between the big three console makers are expected in Los Angeles next week as videogame industry players reveal their newest creations. Read more…
Yahoo rejects new break-up offer
Yahoo rejects a joint offer from Microsoft and the investor Carl Icahn, describing it as "ludicrous" Read more…
RedOctane execs on a roll with "Guitar Hero" (Reuters)
Reuters - There were a lot of questions surrounding the "Guitar Hero" videogame when it first came out. Would gamers agree to pony up extra money for the special guitar-shaped controller needed to play it? Would the music industry agree to license master tracks? Would the addition of downloadable content be successful? Read more…
Card fault hits London transport
The Oyster system used on London's transport network is hit by a fault, rendering the cards inoperable on Saturday morning. Read more…
Power of touch
Why our mobile habits are changing Read more…
iPhone 3G launch draws crowds in San Francisco (Macworld.com)
Macworld.com - iPhone fans camped out for as long as 3 days with tents, chairs, and pillows. Joe Brown opted for a portable hammock. Read more…
"Madden Football" marks 20 years with new offerings (Reuters)
Reuters - With the "John Madden Football" videogame franchise nearing its 20th anniversary, publisher Electronic Arts is pulling out all the stops to celebrate the occasion. Read more…