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Amazon Kindle Fire Official Presentation - video Amazon Kindle Fire Official Presentation - Check out the official presentation of the new Amzon Kindle Fire tablet.

New Facebook data center to open in Sweden Facebook server farm Facebook will build a new server farm on the edge of the Arctic Circle — its first outside the U.S. — that will improve performance for European users of the social networking site. Facebook's new server farm on the edge of the Arctic Circle is first outside the U.S.

Samsung H200 camcorder Product features Samsung H200 The Samsung H200 high definition camcorder allows you to capture your favourite memories in superb detail. Camcorder model number H200 Black. 20 x optical zoom. 200 x digital zoom. 2.7in LCDscreen. High definition recording. Memory card compatibility: SD SDHC. 4.7MP digital stills. Features General information: AV output. Accessories included: USB cable AV cable. Weight 271.4g. Size H5.85, W5.93, D11.19cm. Unboxing Samsung HMX-H200 HD - video Full product Samsung H200 specifications: Storage Media - SD / SDHC Display - TFT LCD main screen 2.7" main screen size 230K pixel display Operation Play / Still enabled Stop FF / FPS enabled REW / RPS Slow motion enabled Slide show enabled Protect select enabled Protect all enabled Delete select enabled Delete All enabled USB Application Direct Print System (DPOF) via USB Direct Print System (PictBridge) via USB USB charging Accessory AC adaptor / charger included Battery pack included ...

Test drive and video reivew Range Rover Evoque  Range Rover Evoque Here is a short video test drive of the new Range Rover SUV - the Range Rover Evoque.

Nokia 700 product review Nokia 700 video review This is the new Nokia 700, which comes with Symbian Belle out of the box and offers compact body, bright screen and NFC connectivity. Nokia 700 specs GENERAL 2G Network GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 3G Network HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 SIZE Dimensions 110 x 50.7 x 9.7 mm, 50 cc Weight 96 g DISPLAY Type AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors Size 360 x 640 pixels, 3.2 inches (~229 ppi pixel density) - Nokia ClearBlack display - Gorilla Glass display - Multi-touch input method - Accelerometer sensor for auto-rotate - Proximity for auto turn-off SOUND Alert types Vibration, MP3 ringtones Loudspeaker Yes 3.5mm jack Yes MEMORY Phonebook Practically unlimited entries and fields, Photocall Call records Detailed, max 30 days Internal 2 GB storage, 1 GB ROM, 512 MB RAM Card slot microSD, up to 32GB DATA GPRS Class 33 EDGE Class 33 3G HSDPA, 14.4 Mbps; HSUPA, 5.76 Mbps WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n Bluetoo...

Amazon Kindle Fire review and specifications Amazon Kindle Fire Main features - 18 million movies, TV shows, songs, magazines, and books - Thousands of popular apps and games - Ultra-fast web browsing - Amazon Silk - Free cloud storage for all your Amazon content - Vibrant color touchscreen with extra-wide viewing angle - Fast, powerful dual-core processor - Amazon Prime members enjoy unlimited, instant streaming of over 10,000 popular movies and TV shows

Samsung ST-45 Ultra Compact 12.2 Megapixel Digital Camera Samsung ST-45 Whether you're capturing the smallest detail from far away or grabbing a great shot of yourself during an once-in-a-lifetime moment with the Dual LCD, the ST45's robust features ensure a perfect picture with every click. Or touch. With the touch screen LCD and built-in Haptic vibration effect you'll get all the feedback you need to take fabulous photos. And with Smart Gesture UI technology, your camera will respond to a simple shake.

LG 42LK450 review and specifications LG 42LK450 42" LCD TV The LG 42LK450 is a forty two inch 1080p LCD television that offers Intelligent Sensor systems to automatically adjust your settings according to the ambient lighting levels in the room, Picture Wizard II to give you a bit more control over making those very same adjustments, SIMPLINK connectivity that lets you control all your HDMI-enabled devices via the television’s remote, two ten watt speakers, two component video inputs, one USB ports and three HDMI inputs.

Samsung UE40D5000 TV Review Product overview Samsung D5000 review  - Samsung Series 5 D5000 TV features and specs .  For those looking for a premium TV that is as practical as it is stylish, the Full HD Series 5 LED TV is the perfect choice. Featuring Clear Motion Rate 100, the unique HyperReal Engine and the Wide Colour Enhancer Plus, it delivers outstanding and true-to-life picture quality. Adding to its performance are the cutting-edge features like the Anynet+ remote control, ConnectShare Movie and HDMI inputs, and SRS Theatre Sound. With Samsung's Series 5, everything comes together seamlessly for out-of-this-world entertainment. Product Features Supreme connectivity enables you to enjoy all your digital content and interactions in one place. AllShare lets you connect your TV wirelessly to all your compatible digital devices, unlocking the music, movies and photos stored there. AllShare PC software See the world's true colours. Samsung's Wide Colour Enhancer Plus use...

Laptop review - Dell Vostro 1540 Laptop with Intel Core i3-370M Dell Vostro 1540 Dell Vostro 1540 laptop with Intel Core i3-370M Intel Core i3-370M 2.4GHz 4GB (4096mb) DDR3 1333MHz Dual Channel Product overview The latest generation of processors has arrived. Experience unrivalled power and performance with the Intel Core i3 processor and do more at once.

LG 32LK330U LCD TV review LG 32LK330U This TV is one of the latest bargain offers at the online tech stores. The LG 32LK330U TV is currently offered for about 300$. The LK3 LCD TV series is HD Ready with built in digital freeview and uses invisible speaker technology giving you great picture and sound together.

Audi A6 3.0 TDI Avant consumer review - interior and exterior design, build quality and technical specifications Audi A6 3.0 TDI Avant is a nice looking car Design Audi uses ‘Avant’ as other car makers might use ‘Sports Tourer’ or ‘Sportwagon’. The idea is to suggest load-carrying practicality laced with a rakishness suggestive of an adventurous lifestyle. The Audi A6 Avant here is the latest of this Audi breed. The A6 range entered its seventh generation back in February, with much aluminium in its make-up, a 70kg weight loss, a reconfigured transmission layout bringing the front wheels further forward, and powertrain revisions to reduce the official CO2 outputs. The idea was to create the look and feel of an A8 but in a smaller size, and with a multimedia system of almost sci-fi sophistication.

Seagate 2TB FreeAgent GoFlex product specifications and consumer review Seagate  FreeAgent GoFlex 2TB The GoFlex Desk external drive gives you plenty of storage capacity and it's easy to upgrade to any interface you choose. Simply pair the desktop hard drive with a GoFlex USB 3.0 or FireWire® 800/USB 2.0 adapter to increase your performance by up to 10 times. Works interchangeably between a PC or a Mac® computer.

BMW 3-series F30 test drive and review BMW 3-series F30 3-series 30 specifications Here is how the most popular BMW of all time will look in the next few years. Considering the old model was a great success, BMW designers didn't change radically the profile of the car and it still keeps clean sporty profile with some interesting design features. BMW probably wanted to bring the design of the new 3 series more in-line with the look of its other new cars, mainly the 5, 6 and 7 Series. BMW 3 F30 will have a hybrid model in it's range as well naturally aspirated straight-six engines from 325i/330i are replaced by BMW's new N20 turbocharged inline-four two liter engine already introduced in a lot of BMW models. Top of the range 335i has the same N55 engine as E90. Diesel powertrain is still two liter inline-four N47 engine which is optimized for the new car.

Blackberry Playbook Tablet consumer test and product review In this review we are going to take a look at Blackberry's Playbook tablet. The BlackBerry PlayBook delivers professional-grade, consumer-friendly experiences that redefine the possibilities of mobile computing. This ultra-portable tablet looks and feels great, measuring less than half an inch thick and weighing less than a pound.

"BMW presents the third generation of the BMW 6 Series Coupe. The vehicle combines the dynamics of a 2 2-seater sports car with touring comfort. The body length and wheelbase 75 millimetres longer than the predecessor model, enhancing seating comfort for rear passengers with a esporty appearance thanks to a 39-millimetre increase in width and 5-millimetre reduction in height. The model will have two engine variants available from launch BMW 650i Coupe with eight-cylinder powerplant (300 kW/407 hp), BMW 640i Coupe with six-in-line petrol unit (235 kW/320 hp). All New 2012 BMW 6-Series COUPE

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Huawei Ideos S7 specifications  Huawei Ideos S7 Product features: Runs on Android 2.2 Video, Digital Zoom support 8GB internal memory with SD slot for expantion up to 32GB Screen Display – 7.0 inches, 800×480 pixels Accelerometer sensor (Auto-rotate) Runs 3G and Wifi Supports WCDMA/HSPA GSM/GPRS/EDGE Support voice communication, SMS, MMS, Email and mass mailing 2 million pixel camera 7″ touch screen gives you full-screen web browsing experience Support WiFi 802.11b/g/n 15.5mm ultra slim, weighs only 500g, easy to carry about

Asus Eee Pad Slider specs and video review Pros: Will run the latest Android OS and Adobe Flash Full slide-out QWERTY keyboard 10.1″ IPS touch-screen with resolution of 1280 by 800 pixels 2 cameras (5 Megapixel camera with LED flash and 1.2 Megapixel front-facing camera) 1080p HD video playback support Cons: Bulky No trackpad 6-hour battery life isn’t optimal (the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 can get up to 10 hours and the ASUS Eee Pad Transformer can get up to 16 hours when connected to the keyboard) Summary: It seems to me like this tablet might be a flop: serious typers fans can get the reasonably-priced Transformer and keyboard, and those who care more about appearance can get the Galaxy Tab 10.1 and its case with the built-in Bluetooth keyboard that comes out later this month… The Slider is a strange in-between: the sliding keyboard adds bulk, but there’s no trackpad.

Fujitsu LifeBook AH530 laptop product review - Fujitsu AH530 features and specs   Fujitsu AH530 laptop review and specifications Today at Test and Review we are going to take a look at one of the best selling laptops in UK. Fujitsu AH530 is a 15.6" Pentium Dual Core laptop with 4GB RAM and a 500GB hard drive. The laptop is currently offered in stores for about 400$ and it looks like a nice deal considering what it offers.

Samsung  Series 4  LE32D400   consumer test and   review Samsung LE32D400 The  LE32D400  is affordable LCD TV by  Samsung , offering high definition picture and some other interesting features. Here are  Samsung   LE32D400  main features:  Composite Video Input -  A connection to link TV's and DVD players, limited to only standard definition. Child Lock -  Enables you to put a security code into your television to restrict what your children watch.

CASIO EXILIM EX-Z16 compact camera specs and review The EXILIM EX-Z16 is cheap and easy to use digital camera with 12MP and x3 optical zoom. Currently it could be found in stores for under 80$.   Here are CASIO EXILIM EX-Z16 main features: 12.1 megapixels. Black. Aluminium body. 35.5mm wide angle lens. 3 x optical zoom. 4 x digital zoom. 2.7in LCD screen. PictBridge compatible. Digital anti-blur. Face detection up to 10 faces. 480i high definition movie capture and playback with sound. Maximum ISO 1600. 23 scene modes. Self timer. Built-in flash. General information: Accessories included: USB cable carry strap. Rechargeable battery. Li-Ion (included). Weight 119g. Size H5.8, W9.09cm. Depth of camera when switched off 2.1cm. CASIO EXILIM EX-Z16 CASIO EXILIM EX-Z16 Casio's sleek Exilim EXZ16 compact digital camera boasts 12.1 megapixels, a 35.5mm wide angle lens and anti digital anti-blur to provide you with sharp, clear pictures whenever you snap. With its slim-line, lightweight ...

Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-HX9V real world test and professional product review Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-HX9V We are going to say it from the very beginning - the Cyber-Shot DSC-HX9V is by far the best compact digital camera we have ever tested and here is a detailed review by the experts from PhotographyBlog: The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V is a feature-packed travel-zoom camera, offering a 16x, 24-384mm zoom lens, 16.2 megapixel back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor, built-in GPS tracking complete with a compass, full 1080p high-definition video recording with stereo sound and HDMI output and 3D Sweep Panoramas and 3D Still Images. Other key features of the well-appointed Sony HX9V include Intelligent Sweep Panoramas, which now include a 42.9 megapixel high resolution mode, a 3 inch LCD screen with 921,000-dots, 10fps burst shooting mode at full resolution, ISO range of 100-3200, Optical SteadyShot with Active Mode which cuts camera-shake while you’re shooting handheld HD video, Intellig...

Price, features and specifications of the compact digital camera SONY DSC-W360 The DSC-W360 is a nice compact point and shoot digital camera by Sony offered on a very good price in stores. You can buy one for about 150$ in most stores. The DSC-W360 makes quality pictures for a compact camera with up to 14 mpx resolution. It shoots nice HD videos and features panorama sweep function as well. SONY DSC-W360 SONY DSC-W360 Sony  DSC-W360 features 14.1 megapixels  - Captures very high quality images, allowing detail-packed enlargements 4x optical zoom/26mm wide angle  - Vario-Tessar lens with 4x zoom range and 26mm wide angle to cover wide range of shooting situations 720p  HD movie  - Captures crisp, detail-packed HD video clips plus stereo sound at 30 frames per second: can be viewed on HD TV Sweep Panorama  - Just press the shutter and sweep the camera: automatically combines a burst of images to create extra-wide panoramic pictures 7.5cm/3" Clear Photo LCD  - Clear P...

2012 Audi A6 test drive and review 2012 Audi A6 Audi A6 is one of the best luxury mid-sized sedans on the luxury car market. It offers good ride, impressive dynamics and plenty of extras for a car in the business class. Earlier this year a new generation of A6 came out and it's been a hit in showrooms since. The new model is a big threat to its rivals BMW and Mercedes. The interior of the new Audi A6 is very spacious and comfortable with some design elements from the A7. For 2012 Audi offers plenty of engine choices for the A6 including a hybrid. 2012 Audi A6 exterior 2012 Audi A6 exterior 2012 Audi A6 interior 2012 Audi A6 test drive and video review Everyone has an arch rival - and for the Audi A6, there's no greater nemesis than the BMW 5-Series. It's never got the better of its opponent, though. It's never looked as good, never driven as well, never had the same want-it factor. Audi Q3 review Audi A6 3.0 TDI Avant

HTC Titan review | phone review: "No more squinting at small screens for you. With a massive 4.7″ screen and an ultra-slim 9.9mm unibody contoured design, the HTC TITAN feels great in your hand. It’s unlike anything you’ve ever held before." 'via Blog this'

HP Officejet Pro 8000 Wireless Color Inkjet Printer CB047A HP Officejet Pro 8000 Product description The HP Officejet Pro 8000 Wireless Color Inkjet Printer (CB047A#BEH) is designed for micro/small business users wanting an energy-efficient, network-ready printer capable of delivering premium-quality color and black-and-white at an exceptionally low cost per page.  Get professional print quality for high impact general office documents, with a cost per page as much as 50% lower than competitive laser printers.

iPhone 4S product review iPhone 4S review The updated version of the iPhone 4 has a dual core A5 chip which is currently the most powerful iPhone processor. Two cores in the A5 chip deliver up to two times more power and up to seven times faster graphics. And you’ll feel the effects. Fast. iPhone 4S is quick and responsive, which makes all the difference when you’re launching apps, browsing the web, gaming, and doing just about everything. And no matter what you're doing, you can keep on doing it. Because the A5 chip is so power-efficient, iPhone 4S has outstanding battery life. iPhone 4S is great for gamers. The A5 chip pushes graphics up to seven times faster. So games run smoother and they’re even more realistic. And graphics-intensive apps perform even better. The camera This just might be the best camera ever on a phone. And with all-new optics, it just might be the only camera you need. Because behind every shot, you’ve got 8-megapixel resolution and a custom lens with a larg...

VLC media player software report at Test and Review VLC is probably one of the best video solutions for your home PC. This multimedia player growing popularity is due to true performance figures. VLC is a free and open source cross-platform multimedia player and framework that plays most multimedia files as well as DVD, Audio CD, VCD, and various streaming protocols. VLC media player (initially VideoLAN Client) is a highly portable multimedia player for various audio and video formats (MPEG, DivX/Xvid, Ogg, and many more) as well as DVDs, VCDs, and various streaming protocols. However in recent years it has also become a extremely powerful server to stream live and on demand video in several formats to our network and the Internet. Features Simple, Powerful and Fast Plays everything, Files, Discs (DVD, CD, VCD), Devices and Streams Plays most codecs with no codec packs needed Completely Free, 0 Spyware, Ads or User Tracking Best Mpeg2, x264, DivX player Works on most platforms: Window...

Consumer review 2012 Hyundai Elantra 2012 Hyundai Elantra The 2012 Hyundai Elantra offers good ride and handling, roomy cabin and exceptional quality of materials in this price range. Starting MSRP of the 2012 Hyundai Elantra is $15,195–$20,445.

Samsung  37 INCH FULL HD TV product specifications - Samsung  UE37C5100QKXXU This 37 INCH FULL HD 1080P LCD TV Samsung UE37C5100QKXXU has great value for money ratio. It offers quality Full HD picture quality on 37in (94cm) widescreen. This Samsung TV offers plenty of features for a TV in this price segment.

Samsung Syncmaster 21.5" LCD LED Display /  Samsung SyncMaster BX2240 Syncmaster 21.5"  Samsung SyncMaster BX2240 review - designed to exceed business expectations; engineered for a more sustainable future. The mega dynamic contrast ratio ensures vividly realistic images on the 16:9 widescreen, while a 5 ms response time keeps motion graphics equally clear. MagicAngle lets everyone view crisp images from just about every angle. Perfect for the business world, and the planet.

FujiFilm Finepix JX200 - probably the greatest deal on digital camera today FujiFilm Finepix JX200 When yesterday we saw that the Finepix JX200 was on sale in a popular online store for less than 80 bucks that really grabbed our attention. So For consumers will show you the basics about this pocket camera. The Finepix JX200 is 12 megapixels resolution point and shoot camera with digital image stabilization and some other interesting features.

Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-W170 product review Today we are testing one of the most popular point and shoot cameras on the market. Sony has always offered some of the best cameras in this price segment. The DSC-W170 is no exception and is considered to be another great value for money from manufacturer Sony. Sony's W170 looks stylish, especially in black, gold or red. Cyber-shot DSC-W170 offers a 10Mp sensor and a pleasing wide-angle Carl Zeiss lens with 5x optical zoom, not to mention a number of fun features, in a sturdy, industrial-looking form. Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-W170 Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-W170 Here are the main specs of the Cyber-Shot DSC-W170 : 10.1Mp CCD fixed lens mount, 3.3 1/f, 5x optical zoom, 10x digital zoom 15MB Internal Hard Drive, Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo USB Built-in Auto Flash, Flash Cancel (Off), Forced / Fill Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Speed Sync 2.7in, 640x480 (VGA) screen 94x24x58mm 142g 1-year warranty The camera itself is very easy to use and makes...

Test drive and video review of the sport limo BMW M5 (F10) BMW M5 (F10) Today at Test and Review we are going to test drive the new generation of BMW M5 , the super sport sedan of the Bavarian giant. The F10 generation of M5 came on the market recently and it grabbed the attention of the automotive world.  The new M5 uses the S63 bi-turbo 4.4 Liter V8 with twin scroll turbocharging technology that is found in the BMW X5 M and X6 M, and the version in the M5 is expected to have an output of 560 hp (418 kW) and 502 ft·lb (681 N·m) of torque.  Some critics immediately highlighted the difference with previous generations of M5 - the newly added turbo. At first this fact disappointed lots of BMW fans who loved the previous naturally aspirated engines.

Samsung Galaxy Note product review Samsung Galaxy Note review This product that is definitely going to cause some attention in tech world. It is said to be a smartphone but is aiming at the small tablet market as well. Because of its huge screen (for a phone) Samsung Galaxy Note allows some functions that usually suit for tablets and netbooks. Samsung says the Galaxy Note is a new type of smartphone, borne of insight and innovation. Well, not quite a new type but it must be said it has got the innovative spirit to it. Here are the Samsung Galaxy Note main specifications: Network HSPA+ up to 21Mbps 850/900/1900/2100 4G LTE EDGE/GPRS 850/900/1800/1900  Network differs by country Processor 1.4GHz Dual Core Processor Display 5.3” WXGA (1280 x 800, 285 PPI) screen* HD Super AMOLED Platform Android™ 2.3(Gingerbread) Camera Main(Rear) : 8 MP with LED Flash / Front : 2 MP Action Shot, Beauty, Panorama Shot, Smile Shot Video 1080p Full HD video recording & playback Recording:...

Toshiba 55SL417U 55" LED HDTV consumer overview This TV is one of the greatest deals we've come across recently. This amazing 55" LED TV is currently offered in eBay for less than a 1000$. And it's not only the price that is impressive. The Toshiba 55SL417U has all the features that modern LED TV should have.

iPad 2 consumer review iPad 2 iPad is by far the most popular tablet on the planet. When it first came out it defined what the future of mobile computing will be, it defined new category. But as good as it was, the first generation iPad wasn't perfect. That's why the iPad 2 came so soon to show that Apple does not hide iPad downsides, they just upgrade it and make it better and probably we will see the next generation of iPad with even greater capabilities. Here is the iPad 2 Official Introduction Video iPad 2 full specifications: Height: 9.50 inches (241.2 mm) Width: 7.31 inches (185.7 mm) Depth: 0.34 inch (8.8 mm) Weight: 1.33 pounds (601 g) Height: 9.50 inches (241.2 mm) Width: 7.31 inches (185.7 mm) Depth: 0.34 inch (8.8 mm) Weight: 1.35 pounds (613 g) (Wi-Fi + 3G model) Weight: 1.34 pounds (607 g) (Wi-Fi + 3G for Verizon model) Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n) Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR technology Wi-Fi + 3G model: UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA (850, 900, 1900, 2100 MHz); GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 ...

2011 Nissan Altima consumer review In today's review we are showing you one of America's most favorite cars - the Nissan Altima . For 2011 model Nissan has made some major upgrades to its best selling model. There obvious changes in the exterior of the car, though it remains elegant with stylish business profile. 2011 Nissan Altima has lots of upgraded technological features. When it comes to gadgets this car really stands out - all the toys like keyless go, navigation system, power heated seats are in the options list of 2011 Altima. 2011 Nissan Altima exterior front 2011 Nissan Altima exterior back 2011 Nissan Altima interior The interior of the new Altima is very spacious and modern looking and it offers the comfort you would usually expect from a car with a little bigger in size. The trunk of the 2011 Altima is spacious and probably big enough to fit few sets of golf clubs. Here is a short video tour around the new Altima For the 2011 model Edmunds says that the 2011 Nissan...

iPhone 5 Today, in Steve Jobs honor we are going to review mainly Apple products. One of the most intriguing and expected models in the near future is the new generation of iPhone. Here is what the iPhone 4S already offers: Apple - Introducing iPhone 4S Most rumors about the iPhone 5 are based this video uploaded in YouTube Amazing Concept iPhone 5. This CG iPhone 5 has advanced iPhone features such as a sleeker iPhone design, a laser keyboard & holographic display all rolled into this iPhone 5 video. The computer generated Concept iPhone 5 features is an exponential leap to the iPhone 4 or iPhone 3gs of today. We hope you enjoy this iPhone 5 video more than the current trend of iPhone 5 rumors such as iPhone 5 leaked and iPhone 5 unboxing videos. Apple is yet to make the iPhone 5 announcement. So have your fill of this new iPhone video before the iPhone 5 release.

source:  telegraph.co.uk You have probably noticed that most of our reviews are about Apple products. It is not that they are the best, neither because they are the cheapest... it's because of the charisma of these products, because of the innovation spirit they bring. This all is thanks to many people visions when creating Apple products, but mainly it's all because of one man - Steve Jobs. Steve Jobs, the Apple founder and former CEO, has died at the age of 56 after a long battle with cancer. Steve Jobs, who has fought cancer in recent years and received a liver transplant in 2009, stepped down as Apple's chief executive in August. But his death is still likely to come as a shock to many in Silicon Valley and across the world. Tributes have flooded in from high profile people and fans alike: US President Barack Obama has remembered Jobs as a visionary and great American innovator. Steve Jobs: How to live before you die Drawing from some of the most pivotal points in his l...