Jeep recalls 435,000 vehicles due to airbag software glitch

It's been tough times for Chrysler and Jeep. After a much publicized issue affecting the fuel tanks of  2.7 million Jeep Liberty and Grand Cherokee models that could be ruptured in severe rear-end collisions, which the company refused to recall, they have now owned up to a separate airbag software glitch that can delay airbag deployment on 254,000 2010-2012 model year Patriot and Compass vehicles.

Jeep is also recalling 180,000 Jeep Wranglers from model year 2012 and 2013 because of a fluid line leak that can damage the transmission system.

Chrysler said in an official statement it is not aware of any injuries or accidents associated with the recall issues. The begins in July.

Toys for the big boys: Father’s Day gift ideas

Make sure you get the number one man in your life a gift he can actually use. Here are a few Father’s Day gift suggestions you might find useful:

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Video demoes Windows 8.1 features in action

The above video gives an overview of what's to come to Windows 8 and Windows RT devices once the update rolls out on June 26th. Photo screensavers, new Live Tile sizes, the ability to select multiple tiles and group them as well as a stunning new search results screen are just some of the exciting features on tap for Windows 8.1. Good stuff!

Acer reveals special Star Trek edition of the Aspire R7 notebook up for auction

Acer and Paramount Pictures have partnered in the creation of a series of rare Aspire R7 Limited Edition notebooks  to celebrate the release of the film, “Star Trek Into Darkness.”  Acer created only 25 units of the revolutionary R7 touch-enabled Limited Edition notebook and none have been available for purchase. The notebooks will be put into auction staring June 14th for a good cause.

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