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What’s New on TAG TV May 4 – 8, 2009?

Tuesday, May 05, 2009

From CNET news of gadgets, rumors, code names and more, plus a T. Boone Pickens Energy Summit keynote, to a two-part look at the power of texting for saving lives and the GM two seater electric car unveiled at the New York Auto Show, a new show is launched every week day on WebVisions: a TAG TV compilation of tech news and information clips from various popular Internet video sites. Watch a show a day to conveniently keep up with—and explore—a variety of tech topics!

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Monday: CNET News of Gadgets, Rumors, Code Names and More
This week on the Buzz Report, a new PSP is in the pipes, DVD copying is in court, a Verizon Iphone is rumored, Pink is a code name and more. 6 minutes

Tuesday: T. Boone Pickens Energy Summit Keynote Speech
At the Missouri Energy Summit 2009, T. Boone Pickens shares his latest thoughts about the price of energy, his energy plan and more. (Tip: Fast forward to 13 minutes to get past the introductions.) 56 minutes

Wednesday: Part 1, The Power of Texting for Saving Lives
Discovery Networks Science Channel explores a text messaging-based program, called Mobiles in Malawi, which is saving lives by connecting rural communities to hospitals. 2 minutes

Thursday: Part 2, The Power of Texting for Saving Lives
The remarkable story of a GoogleMap mashup that allowed Kenyans to report violence via cell phone texts following the 2008 elections, has evolved to saving lives in other countries. How is massive noise and information filtered? 4 minutes

Friday: GM Two Seater Electric Car Unveiled at NY Car Show
Auto giant General Motors is joining forces with scooter-maker Segway—unveiling a two-seated concept car at the New York Auto Show. 2 minutes

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Other TAG TV Features: Tech Talk on TAG Radio
TAG President Tino Mantella interviews Atlanta’s top executives, with a new show launching every Tuesday afternoon. Click to listen to Tino’s latest interview!