Using its vast compendium of voice and translation data, Google appears to be working toward a semi-real-time, or “speech-to-speech”, translation technology for future phone models, according to The Times UK. More »
Last September, we noted that the end of restrictive leasing practices by Woolworths and Coles could lead to increased competition by supermarkets. The ACCC has now negotiated similar deals with Aldi, Foodworks, Franklins and Metcash, which should eventually have a useful cost-reducing effect (and give you more supermarket choices at your local centre). [ACCC]
We’re big fans of mobile broadband around here at Lifehacker, and judging by usage numbers, we’re far from alone. However, that popularity can have a downside: if the services turn out not to be profitable, they could become much more expensive quite quickly. More »
Modern-day airports often look more like shopping malls than anything else, but that doesn’t mean buying stuff there is a sensible idea. What’s worth purchasing at the airport, and what should you leave for another day? More »
My Mobile Watchdog lets you track calls logs and messages sent and received on your children’s mobile phones — for the sum of $14.95 a month. Is that a good deal or an unnecessary expense? More »
Good news, Indiana Jones wannabes: Wired’s How-To Wiki offers a quick, five-step instructional guide for grabbing an item with a whip —s o let’s get cracking. More »
BitTorrent tracker Demonoid was a popular choice in our recent comparison of the five best public BitTorrent trackers, but the catch with Demonoid is that — although it’s a great public tracker &mdash ;it’s only semi-public, meaning that the best Demonoid experience comes with an account. Registration for Demonoid is normally closed to new users, but today Demonoid’s opened its gates to new users here. No idea how long it’ll last, so grab one while they’re hot. [via FreakBits]
