THQ puts the Smackdown on iPhone

THQ puts the Smackdown on iPhone: "For those of you interested in wrasslin' on the subway, THQ has a new option that won't result in jail time or pepper spray. The publisher announced that WWE Smackdown vs. Raw is available now on the App Store for $4.99.

Smackdown on iPhone allows you to pit your own fictional wrestler against eleven real (at least, the pro wrestling definition of 'real') WWE wrestlers, or control one of those celebrity personalities in exhibition matches. Hopefully players won't have to grapple too much with the control scheme, which uses a combination of swipes and context-sensitive buttons, in their attempts to grapple with virtual wrestlers.

Gallery: WWE Smackdown vs. Raw 2010

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THQ puts the Smackdown on iPhone originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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IMAX Hubble 3D Trailer: Avatar What? [Movies]

IMAX Hubble 3D Trailer: Avatar What? [Movies]: "

This trailer is unbelievable, you guys. IMAX Hubble 3D is the story of the Hubble repair, and the visuals are stunning beyond any teal fantasy jungle you could imagine. Just watch it.

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Netflix streaming available on Wii this spring

Netflix streaming available on Wii this spring: "After years of rumors and an encouraging statement from Netflix's CEO, it appears to be official: the Nintendo Wii will gain the ability to stream content from Netflix's 'Watch Instantly' selections. The New York Times reports that the companies will announce the deal later today.



Nintendo president Reggie Fils-Aime called the addition of Netflix functionality 'a continuation of an effort to bring more and more entertainment to consumers who interact with the Wii.' The AP notes (via Engadget) that, like the PS3's implementation of the service, Netflix on Wii will require an 'instant streaming disc.'



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Netflix streaming available on Wii this spring originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 13 Jan 2010 01:47:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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SOCOM Fireteam Bravo 3 Gone Gold, Available February 16

SOCOM Fireteam Bravo 3 Gone Gold, Available February 16: "Hi everyone. We want to share the news that SOCOM: U.S. Navy Fireteam Bravo 3 has now officially gone gold in North America and is off to manufacturing. You'll be able to pick up both at retail and PSN via download on February 16th. In the meantime, head over to GameTrailers and check out the latest FTB3 Developer Diary.

If you haven't preordered the game already, we have some great incentives for you to do so. Two exclusive multiplayer units are available only for those who preorder or purchase the game via PSN: The British SAS with the AS-50 BMG sniper/anti-material rifle and the German KSK with the F2000 assault rifle. You can find these pre-order programs at retailers like Best Buy, GameCrazy, GameStop, Amazon.com and other participating retailers. Fans who purchase their copy of SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Fireteam Bravo 3 from the PlayStation Network within the first 30 days of launch will receive the pre-order Special Forces.

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MagicJack makes a femtocell, might make that advertising worth hearing

MagicJack makes a femtocell, might make that advertising worth hearing: "

Femtocells now offer cell phone service for $1.70 a month with MagicJack! That's just $19.95 a year. $19.95 a year! MagicJack's femtocell works with mobile phones 'potentially' from any carrier, though only GSM is mentioned. Apparently just coming within eight feet connects your phone to the femtocell, after which you can supposedly travel anywhere you like in the house. Calls through the femtocell won't use your minutes. Replace your phone company or get a second line, with MagicJack!

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MagicJack makes a femtocell, might make that advertising worth hearing originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 08 Jan 2010 04:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Eyes-on with DirecTV 3D

Eyes-on with DirecTV 3D: "

Panasonic invited us to a sneak peak of 3D at its booth tonight and representatives from DirecTV were there showing off its new 1080p 3D HD demo feed. The quality was pretty good and quite enjoyable. There were no noticeable compression artifacts in the demo loop which included soccer, College Football, Avatar, Toy Story 3, and a few documentaries with awesome architecture and breathtaking views of mountains and ocean wildlife. We also had the chance to speak with the DirecTV technical staff which told us that the 1080p24 3D signal doesn't take any more bandwidth than 2D content at the same resolution and frame rate. We were told the demo was indeed real and that we were actually watching the signal you'll be able to watch in June -- after your existing set-top gets a simple firmware update and assuming you have a 3D HDTV, that is. We have to say this is something we're looking forward to and with every demo we become more convinced that 3D is actually going to take off.

Eyes-on with DirecTV 3D originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:04:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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