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BitTorrent Surf plugin launches in beta on both Chrome and Firefox

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After four months in the alpha incubator, BitTorrent has released its Surf file-sharing plugin in beta not just for Chrome, its initial browser, but for Firefox as well. In an effort to make downloading and discovery easier, the new plugin has a stat…


Microsoft barely scratches the Surface: Surface accounts for just 0.13% of tablet traffic

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Microsoft’s (MSFT) Surface tablet, the company’s premiere Windows hardware offering, has seemingly not been well-received by the public. BGR saw a great deal of potential in the Surface when we reviewed it in October, but consumers have not been swayed by the slate’s sleek hardware and unique interface. Microsoft has reportedly cut its fourth-quarter orders with manufacturing partners in half, and one firm estimates that the company will sell fewer than 1 million Surface tablets in 2012. Now, a new report suggests Surface sales may be even slower than we thought. Advertising firm Chitika reported on Tuesday that Microsoft’s Surface tablet accounted for just 0.13% of tablet traffic across its network in the United States and Canada. The firm’s data


Fisker halting Surf production, but will build you one if you’ve got a ‘big enough checkbook’

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Like the ambitious diner at the all-you-can-eat-buffet, Fisker’s got a lot on its plate. Between recalling all of its self-immolating Karma models, taking flack from its rivals and hiring a new CEO, something had to give. As such, it’s halted product…


Shaka turns smartphones into wind meters, gives surfers and kiteboarders the gnar they need (hands-on)

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Ever missed an amazing set in spite of your sick surfboard because you packed it in not knowing that the wind was picking up and about to deliver the perfect wave? Or maybe you didn’t realize just how hard the breeze was blowing and as a result, your…


Shaka turns smartphones into wind meters, gives surfers and kiteboarders the gnar they need (hands-on)

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Ever missed an amazing set in spite of your sick surfboard because you packed it in not knowing that the wind was picking up and about to deliver the perfect wave? Or maybe you didn’t realize just how hard the breeze was blowing and as a result, your…


Sony Ericsson hangs ten, launches Xperia Active Billabong Edition

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Sony Ericsson is looking to start a bromance with the McTwist-loving, Double-Cork-landing, A-Frame-riding masses jonesing for a new Android device. The handset maker has announced a “global strategic alliance” with Billabong to launch the Xperia Activ…