BumpTop, the 3D desktop overlay we’ve drooled over since prototype, has added multitouch support for Windows 7 and hardware that supports it. It’s a logical step, and it makes a neat actual-desktop-as-desktop metaphor seem truly real. More »
Regular Internet users are conversant with the importance of protecting their credit cards and bank accounts by using secure passwords, maintaining good security software and maintaining a certain cynicism — but it’s also important to make sure no-one is rifling through your physical mailbox. More »
Vodafone rolled out some fairly decent prepaid 3G broadband plans back in May. Now that deal has got cheaper, with $99 scoring you a stick and 1GB of downloads. More »
Foxtel’s download service, which offers free 7-day downloads to existing subscribers, went live today after a few teething glitches. Here’s a first look at what it offers. More »
While Foxtel dithers over doing deals with ISPs, the ABC’s iView service continues to expand the number of providers offering unmetered access to its excellent catch-up facilities. Its latest deal with AARNet, which provides Internet connectivity for Australia’s university network, means more than a million academic types can now use the service without incurring the wrath of their network overlords. More »
If, like us, you headed to your PC first thing this morning to test out Foxtel’s new download service, you’ll have been disappointed (but perhaps not surprised) to still see a “coming in October” message. I’ve just chatted to a Foxtel spokesperson and the service is currently scheduled to go live at midday AEST. If you get it working earlier, let us know in the comments.
It’s been a few weeks, but the iTunes cards bargains have returned, with Big W offering 2 $20 cards for $30 from now until October 14. Time to start the Christmas shopping? [Big W via OzBargain]
