TechBytes: T-Mobile Outage

Nov. 4, 2009— -- T-Mobile says it has fixed a problem that knocked out service for nearly 2 million subscribers. The cell phone carrier says it has fully restored voice and text messaging services for customers affected by the temporary disruption. The outage began early Tuesday evening. Customers weren't be able to call to complain, but they were tweeting. The name "T-mobile" was at the top of the list of most popular topics on Twitter.

Microsoft is giving its MSN Web portal a new look. The new site is cleaner with fewer links along the top of the page and the once blue background is now white. Users will also be able to check and update their Twitter and Facebook accounts. One of the goals of the redesign is to funnel more people to Microsoft's new search engine Bing. About 10 percent of MSN users will see the new look starting Wednesday, but all users will see the changes over the next few months.

Virgin Atlantic has released its first iPhone application, but it has nothing to do with booking tickets or checking your flight. The airline is putting its Flying Without Fear course on the device. The app includes relaxation and fear therapy exercises, frequently asked questions, and a video that explains a flight from start to finish. There's even a Fear Attack button for emergencies that offers breathing exercises and quick tips. Virgin claims the course has a 98 percent success rate. They say it even helped actress Whoopi Goldberg recently overcome her fear of flying. The app costs $4.99.

Imagine a computer with no screen or keyboard. Ericsson has developed what could be the computer of the future. Their prototype computer projects the screen and keyboard. It could be years before the computer makes it into stores. Ericcson hopes to make their prototype into a pocket-sized PC with wireless Internet access.