The cell phone directories that you think about when you think of a database is not the same as the residential phone listings made available by the white pages. Landline directories have been around for what seems like forever, and are published by official sources for those numbers. Unless someone has specifically asked for an unlisted number, they are going to be included in the directory. You can even reverse search the white pages with a mysterious number.

What that means for you is that if you want to find out the name associated with a certain landline, you have a good chance at finding what you need through a reverse phone lookup. Finding the owner of a cell phone number, however, is a different story. It used to be that if you wanted to look up a cell phone number, you were in for a very difficult and seemingly futile journey. Until recently, reverse cell phone directories did not exist because of legal issues around publishing cell phone numbers for the general public.

Cell phone directories are a new and high in demand service available on the internet through various data providers. A reverse cell phone trace can be used to retrieve important information such as a name, address, city, state and much more if it is available. These numbers are harvested from many different sources, such as private databases. The information is not always entirely accurate or complete, however, that does not mean they cannot be useful if you need to find this kind of information.

What's New on the Iphone 3G

3G Speed - Surf the web and download email over fast 3G networks.

Maps with GPS - Find your location, get directions, and track progress along your route with Google Maps.

App Store - Browse games and applications, then download and install them directly onto your iPhone.

iPhone in Enterprise - Get push email, calendar, and contacts with Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync.

At $199 (8GB) or $299 (16GB) + 2 year contact (3 if you live in Canada) its a little pricey; but if I had the cash to get one and the death wish to sign the contract, I might pick one up.

Check out the Engadget Review of the Iphone 3G

Conclusion: If you talk directly into the iphone a lot and are having troubles with signal reception it's probably worth getting the $30 accessory from Griffin.

Vudu offers near DVD quality picture and sound, something that the xbox 360 and apple tv can't claim at the moment.

The company is aiming to have over 10,000 titles available within the next couple of months.

Yeah, you read that right. As of right now, Halo 3 co-op remains an offline only experience. CVG has the scoop from the latest issue of EGM. According to Bungie's Frank O'Connor, the team is still working on a way to properly implement online co-op. As Frank puts it, it's possible for players to be nearly a mile apart at certain points in the game, which makes online co-op a challenge. He notes that measures could be put into the game to prevent such vast separations, but that it "would make it not feel like Halo anymore." He concludes by saying that "If we can make it happen in a way that works well, we will - and if it works badly, we won't." Considering that the Bungie crew is currently putting the finishing touches on Halo 3, we imagine online co-op won't make it into the retail disc. Any hope of such a feature likely rests in the possibility of downloadable content. So, if you've been waiting to try out some four player online co-op, you may be waiting for a while. Via

Break open the piggy banks, girls and boys, production of the XO1, the $100 laptop, has been ramped-up, with hardware suppliers being given the go-ahead to produce components needed to build millions of the machines. For less than the cost of a pair of designer jeans, a needy child can become a participant in the global online community as part of the One Laptop per Child (OLPC) program. Once disparaged by such tech worthies as Intel chairman Greg Barret and Microsoft’s Bill Gates, the laptop now draws praise from the tech community for its innovative design. Whether the child lives in the deserts of Libya or the mountains of Peru, there is a powering option available for them, including solar, foot-pump, or pull-string power. To accommodate schoolchildren without a roof over their heads, the laptops also come with a sunlight-readable display. More

Intel has launched the latest processor in its arsenal for mobile gamers in the Core 2 Extreme X7800 - going to OEMs now, you should start seeing them on store shelves in as soon as two weeks.

Intel's new Core 2 Extreme X7800 runs at 2.6GHz and is expected to sell for $851 in 1,000 unit quantities, so don't expect this new-found performance to be cheap! More Information Here

Right on schedule, Sprint has launched its new Muziq flip from LG. No surprises here: $100 (after instant savings, mail-in rebates and 2 year contract) buys you LG's LX570 clamshell with dedicated music controls, A2DP Bluetooth stereo audio, 1.3 megapixel cam, and a weak-azz 64MB MicroSD card (in the box) with room to grow up to 4GB at your own expense. It's also one of a few handsets to feature an FM Transmitter for untethered pumpage of your tunes over the car radio. Of course, it's also Sprint Music Store, Radio, and TV enabled as you'd expect a Sprint media phone to be. Come on, at least you could pretend to be a little excited. Via

Perfect for summer travel and a must-have companion for boating, camping or city travel, the motorized (model R-34) and non-motorized (model R-32) Folding Trike folds in just 5 seconds and 3 simple steps, without using tools and without screwing or unscrewing any device. Once folded, the Di Blasi Folding Trike measures only 28 in (tall) x 11 in (wide) x 25 in (long). Constructed for long rides, the Folding Trike is equipped with foldable pedals, 5 gears operated by twist shifter placed on the right side of the handlebar, two V brakes, one of which working also as a parking brake, dynamo-powered front and tail lights and mudguards. Product Page

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This Nokia is made for music. There just happens to be a cellphone built in. You can "access your music in an instant by twisting your phone and pressing the dedicated music keys". I think that means the music keys are hidden in the twisted area. Listen to tunes with headphones or rock out using the hi-fi speakers. It has a large viewscreen for easy video capture and taking pics using the 2 megapixel camera. Via

Griffin Technology Inc., creator of all things iPod, introduced its new line of protective cases for iPhone. The collection offers a mix of protection, style, and convenience for the important task of keeping your iPhone safe and secure, and includes Griffin's new iPhone-centric lineup of Elan cases, as well as new versions of Griffin's popular Streamline and iClear cases redesigned for iPhone. Click here to see full product line.

Love your iPod or MP3 player, but hate the cords? With Logitech's FreePulse Wireless headphones you can enjoy your music without being tied down or tangled up. Integrated volume controls and Bass Boost mode let you take control of your music, while advanced Bluetooth® 2.0 with Enhanced Data Rate wireless technology ensures clear, interference-free audio with up to 10 m. range. Extended life rechargeable batteries provide up to six hours of play time. The high carbon spring-steel headband is lightweight yet rugged, and the soft-touch comfort rings provide a secure fit. The FreePulse Wireless headphones are compatible with most audio players, and include custom-fit iPod adapters just charge, plug, and play! Product Link