The Uninvited Blu-ray Review
May 3, 2009
The Uninvited
Blu-ray Review
Dreamworks Home Video
Released: April 28, 2009
For those looking for a decent horror flick to rent on Blu-ray this weekend, The Uninvited may just be something to take at as it released this week.
To be quite honest, I will make it clear right off the bat that this is a very average horror film in every way. That is not a bad thing in a sense as it is still a very entertaining horror film, just remember to keep your expectations low. Read more
(Update) Can Researchers Develop Brown Fat To Fight Obesity?
April 11, 2009
Boston (dbTechno) - It appears that soon, researchers may be able to get your body to develop what is known as brown fat to help burn calories and fight obesity.
Researchers focused on brown fat, also known as good fat, as a means of possibly treating obesity problems around the world, as well as type 2 diabetes. Read more
Roche Drug Avastin Proven Effective To Treat Brain Cancer
April 1, 2009
Boston (dbTechno) - According to a U.S. advisory panel, the drug Avastin from Roche Holding AG has been proven effective in treating a certain type of brain cancer.
The U.S. advisory panel has given its support to the drug, which may put it on the fast track to an approval by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Read more
Killzone 2 PS3 Review
March 8, 2009
Killzone 2
PS3 Review
Developer: Guerilla
Publisher: SCEA
Players: 1-32
Killzone 2 is the most highly-anticipated PS3 game to be release tod ate in the history of the console. The game ha sa very notable past dating back to that famous E3 trailer that put the hype for the PS3 up to an unforseen level. With years past, the actual game has finally been released, and it has more than lived up to the hype.
Killzone 2 follows the events from the first Killzone, picking right up with the story as the battle between ISA defenders and the Helghast continues. Read more
WWE Starrcade The Essential Collection DVD Review
January 11, 2009
WWE Starrcade The Essential Collection
DVD Review
WWE Home Video
Released: January 13, 2009
WWE Home Video is set to release Starrcade The Essential Collection on a three-disc DVD set, featuring both a documentary as well as a set of fantastic and historic matches.
Starrcade was always a huge event, starting out with NWA and the moving forward to WCW. With the end of WCW though came the end of Starrcade, so it is great to see WWE Home Video keep the event alive by releasing this release. Read more
The Last Holiday Blu-ray Review
December 28, 2008
The Last Holiday
Blu-ray Review
Paramount Home Entertainment
Released: December 30, 2008
The Last Holiday receives its release on the Blu-ray format as we head into the new year, starring none other than Queen Latifah.
This is a remake of an old comedy and is based on the idea that you have this last holiday, where you go all out and spend whatever money you have, not caring about what the future holds. Read more
Settlement In California Reduces Carcinogens In Potato Chips
August 3, 2008
Sacramento (dbTechno) - Public health and safety advocates in California are very happy with a recent settlement reached, as an agreement will reduce the amount of the cancer causing carcinogen chemical in potato chips.
Back in 2005, Attorney General Jerry Brown filed lawsuits against major companies such as Frito-Lay, Lance Inc., Kettle Foods, as well as H.J. Heinz. Read more
Exercise Improves Quality Of Life In People With Alzheimer’s
July 27, 2008
Boston (dbTechno) - New research has revealed that exercise can help improve the quality of life for people with early Alzheimer’s and dementia.
The news came from William Thies, vice president of medical and scientific relations for the Alzheimer’s Association.
He stated that evidence has revealed that physical exercise is key to a “brain-healthy lifestyle.”
Two studies were set to be presented on Sunday at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference on Alzheimer’s Disease in Chicago.
The first study revealed a link between cardio-respiratory fitness, as well as brain changes related to Alzheimer’s in the hippocampus, which is key to memory, and navigating.
The second study revealed that an exercise program improved the quality of life in people with dementia, improving balance.
Overall, researchers have stated that exercise, even when not strenuous, can greatly help people with early Alzheimer’s.
Medicare Offering Cash Incentives For Using E-Prescriptions
July 22, 2008
Boston (dbTechno) - A new plan has been put in place which will have Medicare offering cash incentive payments to physicians and other eligible medical professionals when they use electronic prescriptions.
The news came from Health and Human Services Secretary Miek Leavitt on Monday, as he stated that this is an effort to try and push new technology. Read more
Nokia, T-Mobile Team Up For Internet Services On Mobiles
May 5, 2008
Boston (dbTechno) - Nokia and T-Mobile International have announced that they have signed a collaboration deal for the two companies to work together. T-Mobile and Nokia are going to work to unite T-Mobile internet services with Nokia’s service, Ovi.
Nokia’s Ovi service offers consumers to purchase mobile music, games, social networking tools, etc. Read more
