Wii System 3 Update Available Now

Update your Wii console today!

Nintendo just launched the Wii System 3 update to Wii consoles around the globe. To update your Wii System from version 1 or 2 to version 3, simply connect your Wii console to the internet and manually select "Wii System Update" from the Wii System Settings. The new update has contains a variety of enhancements to the Wii Menu, Wii Message Board and Wii Shop channel. For a complete list of enhancements, visit Wii.Nintendo.com.

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Hyundai to Unveil Trio of New Vehicles

• i-Blue third generation Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle

• i-30 Crossover Wagon expands C-segment offering

• Veloster sporty coupe concept targets Y-Gen

At the IAA 2007 which opens in Frankfurt on Sept 13, Hyundai Motor Co. will unveil three new vehicles led by the i-Blue Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle which demonstrates the company"s strengthening commitment to the development of environmentally responsible transportation.

i-Blue will be joined by the Veloster, a sporty coupe which caters to the unique requirements of the Y-generation and the i-30 Crossover Wagon (CW), styled at the company's European Design Center in Russelsheim.

i-Blue

Hyundai"s new hydrogen-powered, zero-emission concept, the i-Blue Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) was developed at Hyundai"s Design and Technical Center in Chiba, Japan. The all-new i-Blue platform is tailored to incorporate Hyundai"s third-generation fuel cell technology, currently being developed at Hyundai"s Eco-Technology Research Institute in Mabuk, Korea. pany's European Design Center in Russelsheim.

In keeping with this year"s show theme, "See What"s Driving the Future," which focuses on sustainability and climate protection, the i-Blue demonstrates a significant step towards commercialization of Hyundai fuel cell vehicles. Unlike its predecessors which were built on SUV platforms, the i-Blue features a new D segment 2+2 crossover utility vehicle (CUV) body type.

"The i-Blue is Hyundai"s first-ever model designed from the ground up to incorporate fuel cell technology, marking a tremendous leap forward for our R&D program," said Dr. Hyun-Soon Lee, President of Research and Development. "Our engineering team has successfully designed a more compact fuel cell vehicle, while still realizing the safety, comfort, convenience and driving range of a tradition internal combustion engine vehicle."

Hyundai is making tremendous efforts to reach mass production of hydrogen-powered fuel cell vehicles a reality in the next decade.

Veloster

Styled at Hyundai"s Design and Technical Center at Namyang, the Veloster (codenamed HND-3) coupe is the third in a series of daring concept cars to be developed by the central styling studio in Korea. The Veloster name, a compound of velocity and roadster evokes the sporty characteristics of a classic two-plus-two. A panoramic glass roof and other futuristic styling cues help project a high-tech image.

Designed to cater to the tastes of the Y-generation, Veloster combines simple, iconic design with good value and robust construction.

"With Veloster, we wanted to try something really different. We"re keenly aware that we need radically new products for the Y-generation, the first-time twenties something buyer," said Oh Suk-Geun, Hyundai"s vice president of design. "This is really a bold new direction," he added.

i30 Crossover Wagon

Following the introduction earlier this year of the i-30 5-door hatchback at the Geneva Auto Show, Hyundai is proud to introduce an extension to the i-30 family, the i-30 CW which marks Hyundai"s long-awaited return to this popular and hotly contested segment in Europe. Like its 5-door hatchback sibling, the i-30 CW was styled at the European Design Center in Russelsheim ensuring that is perfectly in tune with continental tastes.

Source: hyundai.com

Boeing Delivers First Emirates 777-200LR Worldliner

Boeing and Emirates completed the delivery of the airline's first 777-200LR Worldliner this past Friday. Boeing's 777-200LR is the world's longest-range twin-engine commercial jet and Emirates is one of the largest operators of the 777 family. The airline's first of 10 777-200LRs on order is shown here departing Paine Field during flight testing. Emirates placed an order for 24 777-300ERs, 10 777-200LRs and 8 777 Freighters at the Dubai Air Show in 2005.

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The Indian Hummer - Mahindra Axe

The new vehicle will replace the Jeeps in the Indian army, civilian version expected soon!

Mahindra & Mahindra, India's largest SUV brand has done a humvee! Yes, the Mahindra Axe is a replacement for the current Mahindra Jeeps serving the Indian army. This monster of a SUV is built for rough terrains and to carry more ammo than the current Jeep in the Indian army. A civilian version is also expected shortly. Don't care too much about the mileage though. It will give about 8-9 kms per litre of petrol. AXE will be the first of its kind in India. Watch this space for more on the "AXE".

Calling All Software Developers: Motorola Introduces Global Series of MOTODEV Summits

Developers Invited to “Create Magic” by Exploring Innovation Opportunities with Motorola

Motorola, Inc. today announced a global series of MOTODEV Summits -- exclusive, one-day events that offer today’s most creative and innovative application developers the opportunity to participate in advanced training, understand market opportunities and get a sneak peek at the next generation of Motorola devices, technology and platforms, including the MOTOMAGX mobile Linux® platform.

Hosted by Motorola’s MOTODEV developer network, the company’s global program for developers and independent software vendors (ISVs), MOTODEV Summits will offer technical expertise, practical advice and guidance for developers seeking to create their own magic in the mobile space. The MOTODEV Summits will be held in North America, Europe and Asia at the following dates and locations

• Sept. 10-11, 2007 at The Fairmont Hotel, San Jose, Calif.
• Nov. 9, 2007 at The Brewery, London, England
• Nov. 12, 2007 at The Westin Hotel, Financial Street, Beijing, China

With more than 35 program sessions and tutorials, MOTODEV Summits are designed to enable developers to explore new solutions and resources, learn new ways to design for the ever-changing needs of enterprises and consumers, and understand the current trends that may impact their development strategy and execution. MOTODEV Summits provide every attendee with relevant information, detailed technical training, hands-on workshops and the opportunity to brainstorm with members of the MOTODEV team as well as developers from across all industry disciplines.

“To provide the next generation of great product experiences for consumers and enterprises, Motorola is working closely with the best developers in every industry, and in every market, who share our desire to innovate,” said Christy Wyatt, vice president, ecosystem and market development, Motorola. “We are pleased to offer software developers a chance to experience all that Motorola has to offer through our series of MOTODEV Summits, which will provide an environment of collaboration and learning so they can successfully develop the next application for our products.”

The Summits are open to all software developers that are interested or involved in application development for any of Motorola's devices. Structured to address nearly all aspects of application development, the MOTODEV Summits efficiently condense months of potential experimentation and development into one day.

Designed with your Success in Mind

Throughout the summit, developers will have the opportunity to hear inspiring keynotes, meet industry leaders, share ideas with other developers and experiment with the latest tools. Following the keynote address, attendees are invited to participate in a series of detailed training break-out sessions and tutorials that deliver comprehensive technical content and define business opportunities. These tracks are comprised of:

• Platform & technology sessions providing technical insight and in-depth perspective on all Motorola-supported platforms (including MOTOMAGX, Java ME™, UIQ, Windows Mobile®, AJAR, Brew® and WiMAX)
• Tutorials offering deep dive discussions on everything a developer needs to know to design, develop, debug, deploy and distribute compelling enterprise, vertical business or consumer applications with Motorola

Additional MOTODEV Summits highlights include:

• An interactive and experiential Showcase that allows attendees to view Motorola’s latest products and platforms. Fast Track service providers will also be present to demonstrate their offerings, answer questions and provide real-time support.
• A Tech Lab, providing developers the opportunity to work one-on-one with MOTODEV support specialists and engineers to create some “magic” of their own.

RegistrationAttendance is free for all MOTODEV members and space is limited. To register for a summit or to obtain more information on joining Motorola’s MOTODEV Developer network, please visit http://developer.motorola.com/summit.

Source: motorola.com