Filed under: Cellphones

So if you don’t really need that extra megapixel and auto-focus on the camera, and you’re doing just fine with your Bluetooth GPS receiver, HTC has just given you one less reason to upgrade to the AT&T Tilt by finally posting an official Windows Mobile 6 update for the 8525 / Hermes. From today tomorrow through February of next year, 8525 owners can download their first non-cooked version of Redmond’s latest mobile OS, giving them some much-needed conveniences like simplified tethering — and a much-needed refresh for an operating system that’s grown a little long in the tooth. So, plug in your Hermes and go nuts; just remember to backup all your info and applications, because they’ll be gone daddy gone in less than five minutes.

[Thanks, Bruce C. and mike]

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Filed under: Cellphones, Portable Audio

Granted, Tritton’s latest Bluetooth stereo headset isn’t nearly as likely to garner strange looks in public as one of those tried and true BT earpieces, but we suppose we can live without all the negative attention if necessary. The AX BlueStream features a simple, 2.5-inch long clip-on device that enables users to stream tunes to earbuds of their choice via the 3.5-millimeter audio out, handle phone calls via the built-in microphone and check caller ID information on the integrated OLED display. Additionally, the unit boasts USB connectivity and can be used for PC / Mac-based VoIP calling if that’s your bag. For those looking to give that ear a rest (and regain some sense of pride in the process), you can pick up Tritton’s alternative right now for $79.99.

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Filed under: Laptops

If you’re still hanging in there even after the price-hike, then you’ll be happy to know that the Asus Eee PC just busted free on-line over at NewEgg. No sign of it at Best Buy yet so you’re stuck with a $399 4GB model (only) at the moment. A $10.33 shipping insult is added to the failed expectation injury starting today.

Update: Sold out! Of course, NewEgg’s initial allotment could have been one unit for all we know. Fortunately for those on the hunt, it looks like NewEgg expects to restock tomorrow.

[Via I4U News, thanks Jason H.]

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Fashion icon or fashion victim?

Filed under: Wearables

TV’s important right? Sure, now ask yourself: Is it important enough to turn your meat sack into a wideband antenna? NEC thinks so and just announced (officially, that is) its wideband wearable antenna which turns a small, flexible print substrate into a high-performance mobile antenna. The prototype is said to work equally well in open space or when operated up against the juicy impedance of the human body. NEC will be testing the first prototypes for reception of digital terrestrial broadcasts in the 470-770MHz band — perfect for that upcoming FCC auction eh, cowboy?

[Via Akihabara News]

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