The weirdest computing disasters of 2008

It’s the end of the year and time to mull over the things we’ve done to our computers and other mobile devices over the past several months. Read through this list and see if you can top them.

Posted on: December 5, 2008 9:00 am

Data Recovery Made Easy with Hetman Uneraser

Hetman Software has released Hetman Uneraser, a data recovery tool to undelete and recover lost and deleted files. The new unerase tool combines sophisticated FAT and NTFS data recovery algorithms with an Explorer-like user interface.

Posted on: December 4, 2008 9:00 am

Special Offers on 8GB SanDisk products + FREE SHIPPING!

SanDisk is offering great deals on 8 popular 8GB SanDisk products with savings of up to 40% through December 7, 2008. Quantities are very limited – so hurry and place your order today!

Posted on: December 4, 2008 9:00 am

Turn your iPod Touch into a phone, with Truphone

Truphone for iPod Touch effectively turns your iPod Touch into a mobile phone. Using free software you can now use Truphone’s application for the iPod Touch to make phone calls for free using Truphone’s Internet telephony service.

Posted on: December 4, 2008 9:00 am

Firefox users targeted by rare piece of malware

Masquerading as a Firefox add-on named GreaseMonkey, a new type of malicious software collects passwords for banking sites. The malware, which BitDefender calls “Trojan.PWS.ChromeInject.A” runs when Firefox is started.

Posted on: December 4, 2008 9:00 am

The End to End eBook Distribution System Has Arrived

DNAML has expanded its DNL DRM eBook security system suite with the release of an Activation Code-based eBook security model. The new model allows publishers to sell DNL eBooks through any distribution channel. Publishers or distributors can now issue activation codes and an eBook download link to the online consumer.

Posted on: December 3, 2008 9:00 am

Dialogue launches Payforit Single Click

Dialogue Communications has gone live with Payforit Single Click Payments across all UK operators. Payforit Single Click gives consumers a quicker payment method for making multiple purchases from a single merchant’s mobile shop.

Posted on: December 3, 2008 9:00 am

Atek OnBoard Travel Keyboard

Atek, Inc. has introduced their OnBoard Travel Keyboard which is neither a fold-up nor roll-up design. The construction and desktop-like feel offer mobile professionals an alternative to laptop keyboards that may be small or awkward.

Posted on: December 3, 2008 9:00 am

LAPTOP Magazine Names the Best Notebooks of the Year

LAPTOP magazine has announced the top portable PCs of 2008 in its Best Notebooks of the Year feature. Those that made the list combine sharp design and superior ergonomics with innovative features and excellent performance.

Posted on: December 3, 2008 9:00 am

ZAGAT TO GOSM Application For iPhone

Zagat Survey and Handmark have announced the release of ZAGAT TO GOSM ’09 for iPhone and iPod touch users giving users access to Zagat’s ratings and reviews for over 40,000 restaurants, hotels,nightspots and shops in over 100 countries.

Posted on: December 2, 2008 9:00 am