42,000 Mazda6's recalled due to spider-related issues

Mazda is recalling various model years Mazda6 vehicles due to a recurrence of spiders appearing in vent lines and their webs being a fire hazard. The recall affects Mazda6 sedans from 2010 and 2012, specifically those equipped with the 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine.

Mazda says there have been nine confirmed sightings of spiders in vent lines since the original recall a few years ago. It seems that covers were applied at the factory to keep the arachnids from entering, but it hasn't quite exterminated the problem. Hit jump for the full release.

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SIM-unlocked BlackBerry Z30's now available for American customers

BlackBerry announced today that their flagship device, the BlackBerry Z30, is available for purchase - SIM unlocked - via shopBlackBerry.com for $499.99. The Z30 is compatible for AT&T and T-Mobile customers and comes with an assortment of compatible accessories as well. 

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SlatePro's Personal TechDesk is designed for Apple and iOS devices

The Personal TechDesk is a Kickstarter project and a serious Apple loyalist's accessory. Not only is it made of the familiar blonde wood we see at various Apple Retail Stores, it is designed with built-in slots for iPhones and iPads plus has some vented areas to keep MacBooks nice and cool. The SlatePro will sell for US for $698 later this year which isn't bad for a specialized desk that's handmade. If that's too expensive, consider the $ 98 slate, which is a desk for notebook users that uses the same materials.

The Apple Beat: Happy 30th Anniversary Macintosh

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

It’s been 30 years since Steve Jobs unveiled the first Macintosh on January 24, 1984. That iconic all-in-one computer became a landmark product which ushered in the age of the personal computer as well as the graphical user interface, use of icons, and the mouse. I take a personal trip down memory lane with Apple’s first revolutionary product.

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