Startrek XI - Movie Announced !

Expected Release May 8, 2009  (thanks to Lady Vaako for the update)

 “Star Trek XI” explores the origins of James T. Kirk, Spock and the crew of the USS Enterprise from the original “Star Trek” series and how these iconic characters came together. According to rumors, the story involves an elder Spock (Nimoy) and a group of Romulans (led by Nero, played by Bana) being transplanted into the past where Spock must prevent the Romulans from irreparably damaging the timeline. To do so, he will have to enlist the assistance of his younger self (Quinto).

Director:

JJ. Abrams

Cast:

Alex Kurtzman,

Roberto Orci,

Chris Pine,

Zachary Quinto,

Eric Bana, Winona Ryder,

Zoe Saldana,

Karl Urban,

Bruce Greenwood,

John Cho,

Leonard Nimoy,

Simon Pegg,

Anton Yelchin,

Clifton Collins Jr.,

Tyler Perry,

Chris Hemsworth

I will Blog some trailers within the next day or so along with some cast images for you to see how the current cast will look compared to the original series. This will surely be a tough one for true Startrek fans to accept but i will personally hold judgement untill i see the end product.

A influx of newly released titles have debuted in Japan taking over the top half of the gameing software sales charts for the week ending June 29th 2008 , according to data from Media Create.

Horse collecting game Derby Stallion DS, the latest in the Japanese fan favourite series, broke into the charts at number one. Following closely behind was the RPG title Tales of Symphonia: Dawn of the New World for the Wii at second place and the music-creation game Daigasso! Band Brothers DX for the DS at third.

Shinseki Evangelion Pachislot Vol. 12 for the PS2 debuted on the chart at fourth and Higurashi no Nakukoru ni Kizuna: Dai-Ichi-Kan, an action adventure game, broke into the chart at fifth place.

Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots dropped to seventh place while Mario Kart Wii and Super Mario Stadium Family Baseball, also for the Wii, were in eighth and ninth places respectively.

Closing the chart at tenth place is another new title Gundam Operation Troy for the Xbox 360.

The Japanese chart as of today:

• 1. Derby Stallion DS (DS)
• 2. Tales of Symphonia: Dawn of the New World (Wii)
• 3. Daigasso! Band Brothers DX (DS)
• 4. Shinseki Evangelion Pachislot Vol. 12 (PS2)
• 5. Higurashi no Nakukoru ni Kizuna: Dai-Ichi-Kan (DS)
• 6. Wii Fit (Wii)
• 7. Metal Gear Solid 4 Guns of the Patriots (PS3)
• 8. Mario Kart Wii (Wii)
• 9. Super Mario Stadium Family Baseball (Wii)
• 10. Gundam Operation Troy (Xbox 360)

Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. today revealed Diablo® III , the newest entry in its critically acclaimed action role-playing-game franchise. The announcement was made during the 2008 Blizzard Entertainment® Worldwide Invitational at the Porte de Versailles Convention Centre in Paris, France. A cinematic trailer and an extended gameplay demonstration with commentary from the development team introduced the game to the thousands of players in attendance.

“We’ve wanted to expand on the epic story and gameplay elements of the Diablo universe for some time now,” stated Mike Morhaime, CEO and cofounder of Blizzard Entertainment. “We know that players have also been long awaiting a return to the series, so we’re very excited to be sharing this announcement with Blizzard gamers here in Paris and around the world today.”

Diablo III will pick up the story twenty years after the events of Diablo II. Mephisto, Diablo, and Baal have been defeated, but the Worldstone, which once shielded the inhabitants of the world of Sanctuary from the forces of both the High Heavens and the Burning Hells, has been destroyed, and evil once again stirs in Tristram. Playing as a hero from one of five distinct character classes, players will acquire powerful items, spells, and abilities as they explore new and familiar areas of Sanctuary and battle hordes of demons to safeguard the world from the horrors that have arisen. The first two characters classes — the barbarian and the witch doctor — were shown as part of the announcement at the event today in Paris.

Diablo III will feature a custom 3D-graphics engine to render lush indoor and outdoor areas of Sanctuary with a high level of detail and vivid special effects. The game’s physics-enhanced environments will be interactive and destructible, offering traps and obstacles that create added danger for players and monsters alike. These elements, along with a new quest system and random scripted events, will be integrated into the game’s random-level generator, giving Diablo III the ultimate combination of dynamic gameplay and replayability. Cooperative and competitive play will be available online through an upgraded version of Blizzard Entertainment’s renowned online gaming service, Battle.net®.

Blizzard Entertainment is developing Diablo III for simultaneous release on the Windows® and Macintosh® PC platforms. Further information about the game, including details on the other character classes, major new features for the single-player and multiplayer components, system requirements, pricing, and availability, will be announced as development progresses. To learn more about Diablo III, please visit the official website at eu.blizzard.com/diablo3. With multiple games in development, Blizzard Entertainment has numerous positions currently available. Visit http://eu.blizzard.com/en/jobopp/ for more information and to learn how to apply.
About the Diablo Series
Launched at the end of 1996, the original Diablo helped popularize the action role-playing-game genre, earning widespread critical and commercial success. The game’s sequel, Diablo II, shipped in 2000 to similar acclaim, winning several Game of the Year awards and at the time becoming the fastest-selling computer game ever. Diablo II’s award-winning expansion set, Diablo II: Lord of Destruction™ , debuted in 2001, becoming Blizzard Entertainment’s sixth-consecutive #1-selling game. To date, the franchise has sold more than 18.5 million copies worldwide.* Diablo’s gothic horror theme has also inspired a number of licensed products, including novels and action figures.

About Blizzard Entertainment, Inc.
Best known for blockbuster hits including World of Warcraft® and the Warcraft®, StarCraft®, and Diablo series, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. (http://www.blizzard-europe.com/), a division of Vivendi Games, is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment software renowned for creating some of the industry’s most critically acclaimed games. Blizzard’s track record includes ten #1-selling games and multiple Game of the Year awards. The company’s online-gaming service, Battle.net, is one of the largest in the world, with millions of active users.

*Based on internal company records and reports from key distribution partners. (News courtesy of Blizzard Entertainment Europe)

 Jones Keen To Make His Mark

   Wolves new signing David Jones made his £1million move from Derby to Wolves. The 23yr old Midfielder Signed a 3 year contract at Wolves. David Jones Helped Derby (The Rams) get promoted to the premier league via the play-offs in 2007 after moving from Manchester United in January.

But he lost his place and suffered from niggling injuries last term before regaining a spot in the side towards the end of the campaign.

David Jones was today quoted as saying :

“You’ve always got something to prove, It’s a new challenge.”

“I had a good spell at Derby in my first season but last season didn’t exactly go to plan for me personally or for the club.”

“I played all the games in the Championship then found myself out of the team last season before I managed to work myself back in.”

“So it didn’t go quite to plan. But I felt with the games I did play in, I showed I could play at that level.”

“Now I just want to push my game on to a new level this season. I’ve seen the squad of players here and it looks really good and strong.”

“It’s a big squad as well with a lot of quality players in there so everyone will be fighting for places. Competition makes you improve your game and that’s what I want to do - I want to take my game to the next level and I think Wolves is the right place to do that.”

“Jones revealed he could have remained at Pride Park in Paul Jewell’s revolution following their relegation as the Premier League’s worst ever team.”

“I could have stayed at Derby - the manager gave me the option, He spoke with me at the end of last season, but I felt this was just a really attractive offer from Wolves.”

“It’s always been a club I’ve admired because there’s a great history here and I know the fans appreciate good football.”

“It runs right through too because all the staff are geared into the tradition of it being a real football club and that suits me.”

With the introduction of the new Security Key-chain from Blizzard im sure many people will have a lot of questions about how it will work, costs and availability. Below is a list of frequently asked questions from Blizzard regarding the possible release of the log-in security device hopefully it will answer 90% of your questions and help explain how the gadget will work. Im unsure when this item will be released in Europe but i have read that the device will be available to buy at the Warcraft Convention in Paris This weekend, I will keep you informed.

Happy reading !

What is the Blizzard Authenticator?

 The Blizzard Authenticator is an optional tool that offers World of Warcraft players an additional layer of security to help prevent unauthorized account access. The Authenticator itself is a physical “token” device that fits easily on a keyring.

Where do I get a Blizzard Authenticator?

The Blizzard Authenticator can be purchased directly from the Blizzard Store for $6.50. (no European price’s yet released)

How does the Blizzard Authenticator work?

You must first associate the Blizzard Authenticator to the World of Warcraft account you play.  Once the account has been linked, the Authenticator token will be required to log in to Account Management or to the game; when logging in, you will be prompted to supply a digital code generated by the Authenticator.

How do I associate a Blizzard Authenticator with an account?

You can associate your Blizzard Authenticator to the World of Warcraft account you play by logging into Account Management. Click the “Add Blizzard Authenticator” button and then enter the serial number on the back of your Blizzard Authenticator.

What is a digital code and where do I see it?

The digital code is a six-digit numeric code that is produced when you press the button on the front of your Blizzard Authenticator. Each code is unique and is valid only once.

Where do I enter the digital code when I log in to World of Warcraft or to Account Management?

After you enter the account name and password, you’ll be prompted to provide the digital code from your Blizzard Authenticator. You must press the button on your Authenticator and enter the code it displays to complete your log-in.

Can I apply my Blizzard Authenticator to more than one account?

Yes! You’re welcome to associate a single Blizzard Authenticator to as many accounts as you like. Please remember that you must have that Authenticator with you to log in to any of these accounts afterwards.

What happens if I lose my Blizzard Authenticator?  Do I lose the account it’s linked to?

If you lose your Blizzard Authenticator, you will need to contact Blizzard’s billing and account services team for assistance. Our representatives will be able to assist you with regaining account access by verifying certain secure information with you.

Will my Blizzard Authenticator work while I am traveling? Will it work in other countries?

Yes, the Blizzard Authenticator will work anywhere you can log in to World of Warcraft.

Will this have any effect on Parental Controls?

No, the Parental Control service will not change in any way. However, the parent/guardian will need the Blizzard Authenticator to log in to Account Management and make changes or updates.

Can I turn the extra security of the Blizzard Authenticator on and off as I wish?

While you can add the Blizzard Authenticator as you wish, removing it will require a call to billing and account services.

Does the Blizzard Authenticator replace my password and secret question?

No, the Blizzard Authenticator is only there as an optional measure to augment account security. It does not replace standard security measures. You will still be asked to enter the account name and password when logging into the game or Account Management, and should not share that or your secret question information with others.

Will a Blizzard representative ever ask for my Blizzard Authenticator information?

Yes. Blizzard may ask for the serial number on your Blizzard Authenticator, typically to help you associate it to an account or to verify your ownership of that Authenticator.

What if my Blizzard Authenticator stops working or has a technical problem?

Blizzard will have several support options available to assist you and ensure that the impact on your play experience is minimized in the event of a problem with your Authenticator.  Please contact our billing and account services team for assistance if you have questions.

The full FAQ’s can be seen here @ Blizzards Support

 Blizzard® Authenticator Offers Enhanced Security For World Of Warcraft® Accounts

   Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. today introduced an optional extra layer of security for World of Warcraft, its award-winning massively multiplayer online role-playing game. Designed to attach to a keychain, The Blizzard Authenticator is an electronic device that generates a six-digit security code at the press of a button. This code is unique, valid only once, and active for a limited time; it must be provided along with the account name and password when signing in to the World of Warcraft account linked to it.

Official Press Release :

IRVINE, Calif (Blizzard Entertainment, Inc) :

“today introduced an optional extra layer of security for World of Warcraft®, its award-winning massively multiplayer online role-playing game. Designed to attach to a keychain, the lightweight and waterproof Blizzard® Authenticator is an electronic device that generates a six-digit security code at the press of a button. This code is unique, valid only once, and active for a limited time; it must be provided along with the account name and password when signing in to the World of Warcraft account linked to it.”

Click here to read Blizzard’s Official Release.

 Ubuntu is a community developed operating system that is perfect for laptops, desktops and servers. Whether you use it at home, at school or at work Ubuntu contains all the applications you’ll ever need, from word processing and email applications, to web server software and programming tools. 

Ubuntu is and always will be free of charge. You do not pay any licensing fees. You can download, use and share Ubuntu with your friends, family, school or business for absolutely nothing.

Ubuntu issue a new desktop and server release every six months. That means you’ll always have the the latest and greatest applications that the open source world has to offer.

Ubuntu is designed with security in mind. You get free security updates for at least 18 months on the desktop and server. With the Long Term Support (LTS) version you get three years support on the desktop, and five years on the server. There is no extra fee for the LTS version, we make our very best work available to everyone on the same free terms. Upgrades to new versions of Ubuntu are and always will be free of charge.