Batman to encourage kids to eat healthy

Superheroes such as Batman can prompt children to develop their own healthy eating habits, a recent Cornell University has found.

This study reminds us of Popeye the Sailor, who inspired a generation of growing baby boomers to eat its spinach.

During the study fully 45 percent children selected apple fries after being shown pictures of superheroes and other role models, compared to 9 percent who choose apple fries with no superhero prompts.

On an average children who consumed apple fries consumed only 34 calories whereas children who selected french fries consumed 227 calories. That's almost seven times as many calories just from the side dish of the meal.

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Planet found near Earth may have life

Astronomers at the University of California, Santa Cruz and the Carnegie Institution of Washington believe that they have discovered a planet right at Earth's front door that may be capable of supporting human life. The planet is 22 light years away, previously thought to be 20 light years, and is formally known as Gliese 581g .

The study reveals that the planet is twice the size of Earth. It is known as "Super Earth" due to its ability to hold on to its gassy atmosphere, which increases its chances of retaining liquid. Whether this liquid is frozen and stored under the surface or flowing freely across the planet, the researchers can't say. The scientist from the University of California said that the planet has "Churchly Wheather" similar to what we experience in Australia.

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Google Nexus Tablet available in India online for Rs 16,952

Can't wait for Google to launch the Nexus Tablet in India? Well you need not wait more. With the power of online shopping, consumers in India can pick up Google flagship tablet today.

The price you pay has a slight premium of course. The device has launched in US for $200. Users setting in India can buy Google Nexus 7 tablet from Indiatimes Online shopping website for Rs 16,952. The Nexus is currently in stock and will be delivered in 15 working days, shipping free. The device will come with one-year manufacturer warranty.

The second website offering the device for sale is ebay.in. On ebay the 8GB Google Nexus 7tablet is priced slightly higher at Rs 17,690. eBay gives you an EMI option. You can opt for three equal monthly installments of Rs 5,896 or six equal monthly installments of Rs 2,948.

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iPhone 3GS now available for Rs 9,999

Apple iPhone 3GS is now available for Rs 9,999 with Aircel. This is huge cut back in the price of the device, which is currently available at Rs 20,908 with Airtel.

However, this offer on iPhone is available for postpaid connections only.

Aircel is offering third generation iPhone with an advanced rental of Rs 3,000. For this advanced rental, buyers would access unlimited 3G data for a year. In 3G circles users would be eligible for 2GB of data at 3G speeds and unlimited data access at 3G rates thereafter.

In 2G only areas, buyers would have unlimited 2,500 local and national SMS, 100 minutes of local and STD calls and unlimited 2G data for a period of 6 months.

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Micromax launches Superfone A80 infinity

Micromax has expanded its Superfone portfolio in the country with the addition of Superfone A80 infinity. The dual-SIM smartphone's biggest USP is its 2,500 mAh LiON battery, which Micromax claims will provide up to 7 hours of talk time and 288 hours of standby battery life.

As for other specs, Superfone A80 Infinity sports a 3.6-inch full-touchscreen display and the company's voice assistant tool AISHA. The phone has a 5 megapixel rear camera and a secondary front-facing 0.3 megapixel camera. Camera features include night vision, multi-shot option, camera sensor and multiple video recording formats.

The device is powered by an 800Mhz processor, runs Android 2.3 Gingerbread and supports expandable memory up to 32 GB using a microSD card.

Superfone A80 Infinity is priced at Rs 8,490.

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MakeMyTrip.com introduces Android and iPhone travel applications

Travel conglomerate MakeMyTrip has introduced its travel planning and management apps for iPhone and android devices. The company's mobile app was only available for Blackberry users earlier.

These new apps allow users to search and book flights. Passenger details are stored on the device to avoid typing-in details each time one would like to book a flight, which will enable any future bookings with just a few taps. The app also provides additional travel-solutions like viewing booking details, making cancellations, requesting e-tickets and even tracking refunds.

Going beyond ticketing and planning travel, the application also uses the device's GPS capabilities to find restaurants close to your travel destination. Mobile transactions made through MakeMyTrip apps are supported by credit and debit cards of all major banks, as well as through net banking.

The apps are available for free download on Google Play, the Apple App Store and the Blackberry app world.

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Facebook launches App Center in India

Facebook has launched its application center in India and six other countries, a move that will help users to find games, music services and media content easily.

The social networking giant had launched the App Center in the U.S. last month.

"The App Center is now available to everyone in the U.S., Australia, Canada, India, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa and U.K.," Facebook software engineer Drew Hoskins said on the blog on Monday.

The users can access new App Center icon located on the left side of the home page on Facebook.com recommending apps to users based on their interests. Additionally, the service is also available on Apple and Android mobile devices.

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