CrankyGeeks - iPod/PSP Version CrankyGeeks Episode 170 - iPod/PSP Version

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Jun 10, 2009 CrankyGeeks Episode 170 - iPod/PSP Version

Today's Guests: Sebastian Rupley, Co-Crank, Editorial Director, PCMagCast.com Dan Goodin, Reporter, The Register Jason Cross, Senior Editor, ExtremeTech
The Topics: Apple's iPhone Moves, Wacky Upgrade PoliciesApple halved the price of its entry-level iPhone to $99 on Monday, and introduced the next-generation iPhone 3GS for $199 to $299. People who bought iPhone 3G models with 2-year AT&T contracts, though, are crying foul because they have to pay full price for upgrades. Why isn't there proper upgrade pricing? Leaked Best Buy Memo Spills Windows 7 Upgrade DetailsA leaked memo has revealed that Best Buy will begin pre-selling Microsoft's Windows 7 operating system on 26 June in the U.S., according to The Register. The retailer confirmed late last week the date people can start buying Vista-based computers and subsequently qualify for a free upgrade to Windows 7, when it lands in October. A Windows 7 Home Premium upgrade is $49 and Windows 7 Professional is $99. Analysts Say the Palm Pre is Selling BrisklyThe Palm Pre finally saw the light of day this weekend, and while the launch lacked the typical fanfare associated with an Apple or even a BlackBerry launch, analysts put sales figures at roughly 100,000 units. Some stores sold out within 30 minutes. Will the Pre be a hit? Bing and Yahoo! Battling for Second in Search?Microsoft's newly released search tool Bing has already overtaken Yahoo in the U.S. and globally, according to StatsCounter. The net traffic watcher said Bing has topped Yahoo 16.28% to 10.22% in the U.S., and 5.62% to 5.13% globally. Will this stick? China Wants Parental Control On All PCsThe Chinese government is ordering all computer makers to include a version of parental control software with every machine sold within China. Starting July 1st, all PC makers must either pre-load porn-restricting software onto machines or include a CD. The software required is called "Green Dam-Youth Escort."

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