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September 29, 2006

Deals of the day

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PP01 digital radio from Intempo

Those who feel the need to customize anything and everything will be delighted to lay their hands on the PP01 Intempo Digital Radio. It looks somewhat like a Nintendo DS Lite when closed, boasting a sleek, super slim design...

FMP3 Watch incorporates music player

Thanko engineers have managed to come up with the new FMP3 Watch which is equipped with an integrated MP3 player. You can choose from 512MB and 1GB models, depending on the amount of music that you carry along each time...

StoreJet carries data in style

Transcend's new portable storage device looks like a cross between a USB flash drive and a portable hard drive. The StoreJet 3.5 connects to your notebook or PC via a High-Speed USB 2.0 connection in order to transfer over large,...

Move over Lomography - enter Oktomat

Remember the Lomography craze a few years back? The folks who brought you the Lomograph decided they needed more money, and thus has introduced the Oktomat to help you part with your hard-earned dough. It comes with a total...

HP announces HD100 DVD-ROM

Early adopters, sit up and take note! HP has lifted the curtain on the new USB 2.0 HD DVD drive that goes by the model name HD100 DVD-ROM. It will be released before the year is over, clearly stating the...

Voicestation 500 from Polycom

The Voicestation 500 conference phone from Polycom looks as if it were ripped out from the belly of an alien vessel. The futuristic design that comes with the technologically-driven Voicestation 500 belies its abilities which include Bluetooth connectivity. This device...

Uberphones busy with new Sony Ericssons

Our cellphone-centric friends at Uberphones have been kept pretty busy today, covering news on a slew of handset releases from Sony Ericsson. The four new cellphones are the Z558, the Z550a, the W830, and the W958c, where the former...

Suzuki Mio runs on fuel cells

When the words "fuel cell" are brought up, the first thing that comes to our minds are hybrid cars. Suzuki aims to change that thinking by introducing wheelchairs that are driven by fuel cells. The Mio motor-driven cart is powered...

BenQ-Siemens unveil Black Box concept

Check out this drop-dead gorgeous handset from BenQ-Siemens which is known as the Black Box cellphone. Currently incubating as a concept, the Black Box does away with the keypad and relies on the touchscreen which will act as the primary...

Solar glass used in building

The building shown on the right is located at the Hong Kong Science Park, and it has installed dark blue solar glass in order to harness the sun's energy in order to generate electricity which is then fed back into...

Lindy lights up your life

Since most people have moved on to optical mice, what is the point of picking up a mouse pad, unless you're a hard core gamer who makes a living from professional gaming tournaments? Small timers like me will prefer to...

Twike hybrid vehicle

The Twike looks like a much more refined version of the famous Tuk-Tuks that are found in the kingdom of Thailand. This human-electric hybrid vehicle is capable of transporting a couple of passengers through any weather safely and comfortably without...


iBag Turntable turns on the style

Check out this cute little number from Uncommon Goods. The iBag Turntable will definitely appeal to those who are looking for an alternative fashion accessory whenever they go out. The iBag Turntable comes with an iPod dock which is capable...

September 28, 2006

Sigma SD14 digital camera unveiled

The Sigma SD14 is one versatile digital camera that comes with a whole tons of capabilities that would put many other cameras in the market to shame. Features of the SD14 includes in-camera JPEG capability, an extremely bright viewfinder, a...

Heads-Up Mask from Oceanic

Wearing one of these will most probably make you feel as if you're flying an aircraft. The HUD mask from Oceanic was developed along with the U.S. Navy’s Coastal Systems Station, and it comes with a miniature LCD panel...

Real life transforming robot

The Robo-One competition in Japan has seen some pretty notable entries, and among them is the KHR-2, which is also better known as "Layered X". The KHR-2 walks on all four feet but can transform into a bipedal creature when...

Takara debuts GP25 GPS system

Takara's first navigation system in the market is the GP25 which does a pretty bang-up job for a debut. The GP25 comes with a 4" widescreen LCD display, a handsfree Bluetooth kit, and is pre-loaded with the Destinator 6 Navigation...

IBM recalls notebook batteries

The Big Blue has decided to recall more than half a million notebook batteries worldwide which are manufactured by Sony in view of the recent spate of battery explosions reported all over the world. This is in line with Dell,...

NFL PhotoStamps now available

Pick up specially licensed stamps of your favorite NFL team via Stamps.com, the world's leading provider of Internet-based postage services. The PhotoStamps come in various designs that depict the team logos as well as helmet designs for all 32 NFL...

Slingbox Tuner introduced

The Slingbox is now available in a new and improved version in the form of the Slingbox Tuner. This device is plugged into your cable or antenna directly, making installation a dummy-proof process. It offers better performance which is derived...

Universal Sonic Toothbrush

Are you still using the traditional manual toothbrush that seems incapable of getting rid of all the plaque and tartar, and yet upgrading to a fully automated toothbrush is too much money to spend on? There is a compromise to...

Pertelian X2040 V4 rolls out next month

The Pertelian X2040 V4 might looks familiar, as we covered a somewhat similar looking Pertelian display before. This new version comes with a few changes for the better, featuring information which enables you to view the latest movement on eBay...

Human Skateboard for cheap thrills

I guess there is a fine line between genius and pure insanity, and the Human Skate Board borders on the latter. Who in the right mind, would want to wear a suit which comes with roller-blade class wheels attached across...

USB Humidifier keeps you moisturized

Most modern day offices in big cities have pretty poor air circulation, hence the higher risk of catching a cold whenever a colleague gets bitten by the flu bug. Why not introduce a semblance of better air circulation and low...

Geek-a-Cycle combats fat

The new breed of workforce will definitely not make good poster boy material unless they require an advertisement that involves sumo wrestlers. The Geek-a-Cycle is an interesting contraption that will help geeks, bloggers, and gamers alike win the battle of...

Aphrodite Project concept shoes

The Aphrodite Project is a concept design of platform shoes which are a firm favorites with hookers. These shoes come jam packed with more technolgy than some entry level cellphones. The Aphrodite shoes feature a single, dummy-proof button to...

Royal PX100MX Crosscut Shredder

If you want to shred sensitive data, there's no better way than to do it the royal way with the Royal PX100MX Crosscut Shredder. This device is capable of chewing up to 10 sheets simultaneously, and boasts separate slots for...

All your iPods are belong to us

What happens when you join up half a dozen iPods under the same roof? No, you won't get any Voltron robot to hack down the next door neighbor, but what you can do is to purchase the MODE Keypad device....

Philips PMC7230 portable media player

Philips' new PMC7230 portable media player offers a couple of special features that puts it a shadow's length ahead of other devices in its class. Sure, the PMC7230 comes with standard features such as MP3 and MPEG 4 playback, a...

Bath Thermometer & Wireless Monitor

Are you a new parent who's anxious about the condition of your beloved bundle of joy even when you sleep? A baby monitor is an all-important tool for the modern parent as it helps you keep tabs on your newborn...

iKiosks offer free phone calls

The Robert Gordon University (RGU) is offering the world's first iKiosk which enables people to make free Internet calls to anyone, anywhere in the world. Situated at RGU's Sports Center in Garthdee, the iKiosk features a network of touchscreen information...

Konica Minolta unveils new Magicolor range

Konica Minolta has unveiled its new Magicolor 2500 range of color laser printers which target the SOHO business model. The 2500W, the 2530DL and the 2550 are based on the legendary 2400 series and is capable of printing up to...

November 14 marks the spot for Zune

Mark November 14 on your calendar, all you Zunedians! Microsoft's definitive digital media player will be released on that day at $249.99 for the 30GB version. That is a 99 cents premium over the recently revamped 30GB iPod Video for...

Deals of the day

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uPlus Pen digitizes handwriting

The uPlus Pen is capable of featuring a real-time PC screen display of images and texts handwritten on paper without the need to go through an ardous data input process. This device will store electronic texts and images in a...

Kensington Wireless Presentation Remote

Most people who give presentations often hover around their notebook or PC as they are required to stay within touching range of the keyboard to advance those presentation slides. More often than not, moving around a room, coupled with the...

Asus concept notebook with 2 displays

Looks like dual displays are the way to go - just take a look at the cellphone industry and even Nintendo's seemingly unstoppable DS Lite. Asus has developed a concept notebook which comes with a secondary display on the outside,...

Sony Reader PRS-500 finally released

Has long delays of the Sony Reader PRS-500 hampered its impact upon release? There is reason to believe so as the specifications of the PRS-500 has not been updated to keep up with the times. This handheld device is meant...

Japan market receives SoftBank X01HT

The Japanese market might be far ahead in terms of super slim cellphones with DMB capability, but smartphones over there are not doing too well. SoftBank of Japan has rebadged a HSDPA smartphone from HTC and called it the SoftBank X01HT. This...

Slimmest cellphone screens in the world

And here we are - when a cellphone is stripped to its bare essentials, you get to see how they manage those deliciously slim cellphones that we see hanging around the market these days. LG and Philips LCD have worked...

Pre-quake alarm could save lives

Remember the tsunami that rocked the world a couple of years ago? Many people perished because the respective governments did not set up a proper warning system. Japan, being one of the few places in the world which is...

Sony launches colorful Vaio C notebooks

The new range of Vaio C Series notebooks from Sony looks like they target they oung urban professional who is looking for something a little different from the bland, silver corporate look. Choose from a variety of cheerful colors like...

Add some Zing into your life

The portable audio player market is set to evolve in a wireless direction with the introduction of the Sirius Stiletto and the upcoming Microsoft Zune. It is said that two's company, three's a crowd, and the Zing Music Player is...

September 27, 2006

DataGuard USB Thumbdrive Lock

USB flash drives are fine and dandy to carry your personal data, but they generally do not come with a security measure of some sort to keep personal data safe from prying eyes. The DataGuard USB Thumbdrive Lock aims to...

Space Invaders Alarm Clock

Remember going to bed with the sounds of Space Invaders ringing through your head during your younger days? You can now experience the catchy tunes and sound effects all over again, except this time they are played in order to...

New batteries could oust lithium-ion

Zinc Matrix Power recently introduced its new rechargeable battery technology which is based on silver-zinc instead of lithium-ion that is pervasive in most rechargeable batteries today at the Intel Developers Forum. There are several advantages of the new batteries over...

Inferno Flexi-Light from Gerber

Gerber has unveiled the Inferno Flexi-Light which works like a standard flashlight, except that there are 7 LED bulbs which can be pointed in different directions each simultaneously. As a flashlight, this feature is useless but it works great when...

SpeedLab 100 kiosk to boost revenue

Self-service digital photo kiosks are becoming more and more common wherever you go, as people generally skip a visit to the photo lab and develop their digital photographs over a digital photo kiosk instead. The new SpeedLap 100 digital photo...

Roll-up notebook display

Engineers at the time-honored University of Cambridge in the U.K. has successfully developed materials with morphing properties which make it possible to roll up a notebook screen as if it were a newspaper. The prototype's main electronic components are stored...

New Cochlear Implant approved

The FDA has approved Boston Scientific's new Harmony HiResolution Bionic Ear System which will help severely deaf patients hear again. This cochlear implant enables patients to hear soft whispers and loud sounds without the hassle of adjusting dials or controls,...

Rechargink inkjet refill station

Take a more ecologically-friendly approach with the KIS Rechargink system which enables consumers to replenish existing inkjet printer cartridges instead of throwing them away and purchasing new ones which is the normal practice today. It also helps you save money...

Sony Ericsson MBW-100 controls music

Sony Ericsson took a break from developing new cellphones for a moment and delved into the world of wristwatches by introducing the MBW-100. This wristwatch is capable of displaying the Called ID of incoming calls as well as control the...

Oxyon prototype looking good

Most people will turn their heads at whoever uses the LG Chocolate handset, but when BenQ-Siemens' Oxyon debuts next year, their attention will most definitely shift to this oval, iPod-white cellphone. It's strength lies in the sweet design which comes...

Cosmetic Timer Technology available

Since the world is moving at such a fast pace these days, keeping track of the stuff in our fridge as well as recently purchased fruits remains somewhere below our "To Do" list. There are corporate meetings and family outings...

chicBuds bring glitz to earphones

It is a given that most gadgets and gizmos are male-centric and come in designs that would not change a woman's mind from spending her money on the latest Louis Vuitton handbag instead of the most advanced set of headphones....

Canon introduces Selphy ES1

Canon's new Selphy ES1 takes a radical design path when compared against other portable photo printers as it comes in a vertical design. The Selphy ES1 is equipped with Canon's DIGIC II imaging processor which enables the printer to correct...

USB Hub Monster for Halloween

Halloween is just slightly over a month away, so there is no better time than now to start getting all the necessary props ready in order to scare kids who would willingly sacrifice their teeth for the sake of a...

FemBot up for auction

Fans of Austin Powers will be pleased to know that the FemBot who featured in "The Spy Who Shagged Me" is up for auction on eBay. This silicon puppet weighs roughly one third the weight of today's catwalk models, and...

Vista versions offered on one DVD

Microsoft look set to ship all versions of their new operating system, Windows Vista, on a single DVD. This move will effectively help them reduce manufacturing costs by pressing only one DVD. The version unlocked on the DVD will depend...

Xbox 360 receive CPU upgrade

Chartered Semiconductor of Singapore are in charge of churning out the upgraded CPU for Microsoft's Xbox 360 using the 65nm process instead of the current 90nm one. There won't be any CPU enhancements, although this could potentially solve the Xbox...

Onkyo DS-A2 Remote Interactive Dock

Onkyo has released an alien-looking DS-A2 Remote Interactive Dock for the iPod, which is a step forward in the right direction with improvements over the DS-A1 model. Features include iPod video compatibility, on-screen display, automatic system on/off, direct source change,...

iZak portable hard drive

Fancy a portable hard drive which can be connected to a TV for playback at your convenience? The iZak fits this description, so toting your music, video, and image files around on this device is an alternative to those with...

Mogo cellphone case cleans as well

Who would have thought that cellphone accessories would boil down to this? Mogo decided that they have had enough of fingerprints and droplets of oil and sweat adorning their cellphones that drove them to develop a 1.5” x 1.75” cleaner...

Trust Easy Network Plugs

Here's an alternative solution to a wireless network - Easy Network Plugs from Trust. All you need to do is to plug in the Trust Easy Network Plug into any available power outlet and you're good to go. These network...

Belkin UWB USB Adapter

Belkin will include the Intel Wireless UWB Link 1480 MAC silicon in its new UWB USB Adapter which is based on WiNet and Certified Wireless USB technology. Features include peer-to-peer connectivity support which allow users across different computers to share...

Buffalo launches TeraStation Pro

Buffalo's TeraStation Network Storage is a pretty popular as more and more homes get connected, and the need for more storage space increases. This has prompted Buffalo to come out with a Pro version of it's TeraStation. Certain specifications still...

The diminutive Senyo 600

Transtec of Austria has unveiled a pretty small PC configuration that measures slightly larger than the standard CD. The Senyo 600 system might be small in stature but it is no slouch when it comes to performance. Measuring a mere...

Mio H610: The Sexiest GPS Alive

We’ve unpacked the Mio H610 on Sept 9th and it is now time to publish our full review. In a nutshell, the Mio H610 is not only an excellent GPS device it is also an object of desire for...

USB Flash Card only 4mm thin

Brando of Hong Kong is never short on quirky and interesting gadgets, and the latest USB Flash Card is no different. Measuring a mere 4mm thin and weighing less than half an ounce, the USB Flash Card comes emblazoned with...

Intel Ruby is no gem

Intel looks like it is running out of ideas to develop in-house designs that are appealing to the eyes, and one look at the prototype Intel Ruby device adds further strength to that notion. Although not all prototype designs make...

Archos 504 now available

Looks like the Archos 504 has finally arrived, and this portable media player is placed comfortably between the 404 and 604 products from Archos. Features include an 80GB hard drive and a lovely 4.3" color display, but no WiFi connection...

Buffalo introduces Skype Keyboard

There are plenty of Skype phones all over the place, and they come in all sorts of shapes and sizes that would befuddle the average PC user. Buffalo decided to keep things simple by including a Skype handset which is...

Aleratec introduces new Copy Cruiser

Aleratec has unveiled the third generation LightScribe Personal Publishing system, and the new Aleratec 1:2 DVD/CD Copy Cruiser LS targets small and medium-sized organizations to burn or Lightscribe label a couple of CDs/DVDs simultaneously. This effectively cuts disc copying and...

Sharp triple Directional Viewing LCDs

We have LCD displays which come with dual views, but Sharp decided that the age-old adage, "the more the merrier", applies in this case by introducing an LCD display with triple Directional Viewing. Depending on the viewing angle, you are...

Panasonic tweaks laptop line

Panasonic has refreshed it's entire Let's Note line of laptops by offeringslight tweaks which will enhance your user experience subtly without going through any revolutionary hardware changes. The lightest Let's Note laptops which comprise of the W5, T5, and R5...

September 26, 2006

SanDisk reveals two new cards

SanDisk has upped the ante in the flash memory market by introducing a couple of new cards in the form of the SanDisk Extreme III CF card which is available in 12GB and 16GB capacities as well as the diminutive...

A toast to the Samsung E870 Champagne

Seriously, would the color of a device actually sway consumers to open their wallets and make a purchase? Apparently, T-Mobile thinks so by dipping the Samsung E870 into some Champagne paint to complement the existing Chic White, Valentine Pink and...

Solar-Powered Wireless Speaker

As the world has to contend with the evilsof non-renewable energy sources, why not hit one back for Mother Nature with the Solar-Powered Wireless Speaker? Assuming it works as advertised, you would do your bit in keeping the world green...

Wooden Memory Sticks

Don't let Treebeard catch you using one of these USB flash drives as his legendary anger and strength might just bring down your house in a fit of rage. Oooms from the Netherlands has a bunch of USB flash...

DoCoMo releases new FOMA card

DoCoMo has lifted the curtain on the FOMA card from Motorola which is capable of supporting DoCoMo's new HSDPA services, enabling users to experience sustained download speeds which average at 3.6Mbps. The included M2501 software allows users to make both...

Sony refreshes Vaio UX-90S UMPC

Looks like Sony lost no time in refreshing the Vaio UX-90S UMPC by replacing the 16GB of solid state memory with double the amount, booting out the 20GB/30GB hard drive found in it's predecessor in the process. That's the only...

USB G-Gloves keep hands warm

Some offices have extremely efficient air-conditioned systems which send their employees freezing drafts of air without any mercy. Why not keep your frozen mittens warm with a pair of USB G-Gloves from Brando? For $22, your hands will remain warm...

Jumping Stilts provides instant boost

Do your best Michael Jordan impersonation with these Jumping Stilts from Gizoo. They're much more expensive than a pair of recreational skates with the $380 price tag, but you must admit it is a novelty item that will get...

Laservibe brings clubbing setting home

Want to party all night long, but am flat broke that you can't even fork out the cover charge? Why not stay at home instead and get the (nearly) full clubbing experience with the Laservibe personal laser show system? This...

Zikom Z200 clone of LG Chocolate

Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, but nobody likes to see a great product given irreverent treatment by cloned products that do not live up to the ideal of the original. Such is the case with the Z200 slider...

Route 66 unveils 4 new GPS devices

Route 66 from the Netherlands have entered the already crowded GPS navigation market by introducing a quartet of super slim portable car navigation systems. The easy-to-remember Chicago 6000, 7000, 8000, and 9000 models retail for €300, €350, €400, and €450...

Logitech FreePulse Wireless headphones

Logitech has released the second generation of cordless headphones for digital audio players with a 3.5mm audio jack in the form of the Logitech FreePulse Wireless headphones. Weighing half of the original at a mere 60g, the FreePulse Wireless headphones...

BenQ FP241W LCD display with HDMI port

BenQ's new FP241W display is the first of its kind in the market to feature a built-in HDMI port which supports up to 1080i resolution, making it a viable alternative for you to play all your next generation consoles as...

Dell XPS 210 - small and powerful

Dell has hit the right balance of size and power with the new XPS 210 gaming rig. The 12.5" x 14.5" x 3.7" case makes it sound more suitable for office applications that being used in frantic gaming sessions, but...

Walk through time with Time Curtain

Love might be one thing money can't buy, but time definitely cannot be purchased. Even Bill Gates has 24 hours a day like the rest of us despite his billions. You can get a Time Curtain for your home in...

Digital clock actually a spy camera

Talk about a really devious gadget to have at the office or at home. The Spy Camera from Luk Werks masquerades as a normal digital clock, but it comes equipped with a security camera which sends a live video feed...

The versatile Mvox Duo

The Mvox Duo looks like another Bluetooth headset at the first glance, but it is actually a cellphone equipped with VoIP functionality, a speakerphone, and a hands-free car kit all rolled into one. The Mvox Duo features one-touch voice-dialing as...

StormBlue A9+ portable media player

It is almost a year since we previewed the StormBlue A9+ portable media player, and it is finally released in the market. To recap, the StormBlue A9+ looks more like a cellphone than anything else, featuring a 2" 262k color...

PepperPad tablet PC peek

The CrunchGear crew has received a new toy, and the PepperPad tablet is currently undergoing rigorous testing procedures over at their HQ with a full review to come soon. The PepperPad tablet is another Internet surfing tool which comes equipped...

Bring your PC along with MojoPac

I think it is pretty much a given that most of us are most comfortable working on our very own PCs than anywhere else, and adapting to a different PC could take a while which translates to lowered productivity at...

Info Ring for instant data exchange

Even though PDAs and cellphones were capable of exchanging virtual business cards long before features like colored screens and MP3 ringtones crept into the picture, hardly anyone used them due to the sheer inconvenience. The Info Ring aims to...

iMac now available in Mercs

Mattes Interieurtechnik, a German car customizer has pimped out a Mercedes CLS by integrating a backseat iMac into the vehicle itself. How apt for a sedan which was designed to look like a mean coupe to come with one computer...

9V battery charges iPod

Since the Japanese love their iPods a whole lot, Elecom decided to keep their iconic digital audio players going with a charger which is powered by a single 9V battery. All you need to do is to dock the iPod...

Intel offers $1 Million Bounty

Intel wants to make their presence known in the living room by offering up to $1 million in prizes to PC designers and manufacturers who manages to construct the most stylish and smallest home PCs which are powered by Intel's...

Deals of the day

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Module-friendly Switchback UMPC

The Switchback PC from Black Diamond is a UMPC that comes with a twist. You can hook up over 20 user-defined modules to the Switchback, depending on your current hardware needs. If you feel like swinging to some tunes over...

Freedom Mini Keyboard

Unlike the Bluetooth Laser Virtual Keyboard, this corporeal Freedom Mini Keyboard is much more comfortable to use as there is actually something physical for your fingers to glide over as you finish up the assignment which was due yesterday. There...

Ubergizmo Exclusive: Parrot MK6000

The Parrot MK6000 will be announced tomorrow by Parrot. It is a hands-free solution that includes a controller and a dual-microphone (to help remove the background noise). The MK6000 has a text-to-speech synthetic voice that reads the name of your...

Nokia N-Series Music Edition released

Nokia has updated the N70, N73, and N91 range by introducing a Music Edition which incorporates a brand new look as well as dedicated music access keys which offer greater control over your music. The Nokia N70 Music Edition will...

Envirovision Waterproof TV

Don't let minor details like taking a bathe hinder you from watching your favorite TV channels. The widescreen Freeview 17" Waterproof TV from Envirovision is encased in stainless steel, offering a variety of inputs, top-up TV integration, and digital/nicam audio....

Epson releases 2 new Photo Banks

Epson has released a couple of new Photo Banks which are actually portable storage devices which act as a digital photo album. Not only do you get to save space at home by transferring digitized photos over, it is much...

Office Espionage Kit makes snooping easy

Confirm your suspicions of somebody backbiting you in the office with the Office Espionage Kit from ThinkGeek. Contents of this kit includes a micro listening device which enables you to pick up conversations between the powers-that-be so that you know...

September 25, 2006

MSI D310 portable media player

MSI's new portable media player is slightly different from its counterparts as the D310 is equipped with integrated Freeview which enables you to watch shows on digital channels despite being on the road. The 4.2" color TFT display ought to...

Audex Ordinance padded hat

Seasonal items are often fun and refreshing as you see them occasionally, and the Audex Ordinance from Motorola and Burton is no different. This glorified padded hat comes with a pair of built-in headphones that enables you to enjoy your...

A different take on an iPod speaker

"For the last time, I'm not dunking my iPod!" should be the normal response a few days after purchasing the Musicmug. This unique speaker for the iPod comes in the shape of a coffee mug, with the 5cm wide...

Medion introduces 2 new GPS devices

Medion of Germany has dropped a couple of new autonomous GPS devices with the PNA 460 and PNA 465. Both models come with a 4.3" widescreen display (16:9 format) in a resolution of 480 x 272 pixels and an SD/MMC...

Epson launches USB Projector

Epson has a brand new projector that comes in a compact size and connects via USB. The EMP1715 is extremely capable as it can project up to four screens with different content simultaneously. You don't even need a computer to...

Prototype Olympus 3D camera

Pinnochio would love the prototype of this 3D camera from Olympus. Constructed from compressed cypress wood (that's the same stuff used to build Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples in Japan) which is harder than that of plastic, this Olympus...

New Mini MCE PCs hit the market

PC Alchemy enters the computer hardware market by introducing a trio of diminutive Media Center PCs which will fit perfectly into any living room. Ths M1B, M1S, and M2B computers can be held in the palm of your hand, with...

Duck Fader bath time toy

Talk about a quirky design that borders on the blasphemous for hardcore fans of Star Wars. One thing you can't deny though, the Duck Fader is a bath toy device which will sit well with adults and children alike, although...

Netgear Digital Entertainer EVA700

The Digital Entertainer EVA700 from Netgear is the company's first Intel Viiv technology-verified digital media adapter which offers unprecedented connectivity between home PCs and entertainment systems. You can stream digital media content, applications, and services from computers, network storage...

Game Boy bling

You know you've arrived when you are capable of forking out the dough for diamond studded LCD TVs and blinged-out digital cameras without wincing. Why not add a classic handheld console to your collection with Nintendo's Game Boy which comes...

BlackBerry 8000 picture unveiled

As with most devices these days, there will be an image leak before the actual product is released on the market. The BlackBerry 8000 is no different, with images circulating around before any official announcement is made. You can expect...

PMP2516 from Thomson

Thomson of China has introduced the PMP2516 which features a horizontal design ala handheld consoles and features all the usual bells and whistles of the average Portable Media Player, and more. The 2.5" display works pretty well for those who...

JeTrix print head to do 1,000 ppm

The world is moving at an ever increasing speed, and we don't mean spinning on it's axis. Everyone is in a rush these days, with so many things to do and too little time. Engineers at College of Judea and...

FinePix F31FD takes great portraits

Fujifilm's new FinePix F31FD comes with an integrated hardware face detector that is capable of identifying and optimizing a shot within 0.05 seconds to enable even newbies to the world of digital photography take stunning portraits of their close and...

Sysgration ASG-142 Skype mouse

Remember Sony's VN-CX1 Skype phone mouse (or is it Skype mouse phone - go figure)? Sysgration has developed one for itself, and the ASG-142 looks like a fun peripheral to fool around with. Although it renders you incapable of working...

House Remote Extender

Most remote controls require line of sight to work, and that is definitely not a problem when it comes to the TV as you would firmly plant your tush in front of the TV while watching it, but other household...

Orange to launch Unique phone

Orange aims to revolutionize the telecommunications industry by introducing the Unique phone which marries the strengths and convenience of a cellphone with unlimited calls to landlines and other Orange subscribers when you're at home. The Unique phone connects to the...

Exclusive Zune hands-on video

The Microsoft Zune is not out of the stables yet, but you cannot deny that excitement has been building up slowly and steadily. The Gear Live crew has managed to snag themselves a fully operational battle station - er, we...

Deals of the day

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LG unveils rival to Samsung SGH-P310

The Samsung SGH-P310 might be impressive when you take a look at its specifications, but LG has now gone ahead by introducing the LG SB610 which inches ahead of the SGH-P310 by quite a distance to keep customers spoilt for...

Kamameter 3 LCD panel

PC modding enthusiasts as well as LAN party advocates will definitely fall in love with the Kamameter 3. This LCD panel slots perfectly into any available 5.25" bay on your PC, enabling you to control the temperature, volume, and fan...

Germ Free Wireless Laser Mouse

Clean freaks ought to sit up and take note of the Germ Free Wireless Laser Mouse from IOGEAR which is more than capable to inhibit a wide range of antibodies, viruses, and algae, making it the perfect device for use...

Pantech drops IN-S130 handset

Pantech proudly presents the IN-S130 cellphone which manages to squeeze in various functions such as a 3.3 megapixel camera, a microSD memory card slot, and support for both Microsoft Office as well as PDF documents into a handset that measures...

Sanyo DMX-CG6 replaces C6

The C6 from Sanyo will be replaced by the new Xacti DMX-CG6 model which shares some similar features as well as offering new functions that were previously unavailable on the C6. The DMX-CG6 uses a 6 megapixel sensor still, but...

Nobu in-wall touchscreen

Nobu has designed a new in-wall system that looks extremely sweet with its white borders. This Nobu system is powered by an Intel Celeron M 1GHz processor, a 4GB embedded disk card, an Ethernet port with the option to add...

Olympus E-System to receive upgrade

The original Olympus E-1 camera body has come a long way since its introduction 3 years ago. You can now choose from 5 camera bodies, 17 ZUIKO DIGITAL lenses, and a wide range of accessories to fit into the Olympus...

Aquapac waterproof MP3 case

We've covered the Aquapac phone case before, and it seems that the company has expanded its horizons to include the all-important digital audio player market with the new MP3 player case. The Aquapac MP3 case is made from a durable...

Olympus WS-320M voice recorder

We normally don't do digital voice recorders as they rarely come with extra noteworthy functions. The Olympus WS-320M is different as it does not only function as a voice recorder, it also doubles up as a USB flash drive due...

Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro

Fujifilm has revealed the successor to the FinePix S3 Pro DSLR by introducing the FinePix S5 Pro. The S5 Pro is a step in the right direction in bringing professional DSLR image quality to consumers worldwide. This new digital SLR...

September 24, 2006

Panasonic toilet seat helps your aim

You'd think that Panasonic made high-end home electronics only, but the DL-GWN range of advanced toilet seats are guaranteed to change your perspective. This new toilet seat comes with a sensor that lights up the bulls-eye in the water whenever...

Rikaline GPS-6023 receiver

The Rikaline GPS-6023 is a GPS receiver with a difference - it also doubles up as a tracking device which can be used in a PDA or other compatble notebooks. What makes the GPS-6023 stand out from the rest of...

USB Kitty watches over your PC

Can't scrape together enough pennies to get yourself proper 128-bit encryption for your data? Perhaps a mechanical feline friend from Brando might help. The USB Kitty is a bus-powered device that does not require any additional batteries to run, and...

Hydra MP3 player does watersports too

Forget purchasing all those expensive waterproof housings for your iPods - the Hydra MP3 player from Ultra Products does not come with multiple heads, but it sure is water resistant and does not mind being dunked into the pool occasionally....

The minute Xun Chi 138 cellphone

If you think Samsung's latest line of Ultra Edition handsets are not only small but slim, think again. The Xun Chi 138 cellphone from China measures a mere 2.64" long, putting even some Bluetooth headsets to shame with its diminutive....

Stealth 2000-DT-TB keyboard

Here's a keyboard that is more than capable of standing up to the rigors of everyday use and more. The Stealth 2000-DT-TB keyboard comes in an ultra-rugged stainless steel casing with industrial silicone rubber pad that prevents water and...

Neuros OSD Linux Media Recorder Beta

The Neuros Recorder 2 was quite a legendary device by its own right, but the new Neuros OSD Linux Media Recorder Beta aims to expand on its predecessor by offering a media center device which can be connected to your...

Guitar Mania Amplifier for home use

Bring your guitar playing experience on the home console arena to the next level with the Guitar Mania Amplifier. This device can be plugged directly into a TV or audio system via an audio/video cable and works well with any...

Slim Pad education computer for kids

If you want to by a notebook for your kids that will not run the risk of exploding in their faces, perhaps the Slim Pad would be a viable choice? This high-tech toy for little ones come with a display...

VistaQuest Keychain Camera

Looks like the Zippo lighter with a built-in camera has a companion now in the form of the VistaQuest Keychain Camera from Hammacher. It measures an extremely portable 1.5" x 2.5" x 0.75" and is much smaller and lighter than...

Power Watt Meter

Are you in possession of too many gadgets and electrical items that you do not know where all the power goes, racking up heartache-inducing power bills at the end of the month? The Power Watt Meter helps you manage your...

Crazy Blender Alarm Clock

What does it take to get you up and running in the morning? Will a cheeky alarm clock do the trick, or a more direct approach of growling engine sounds suffice? The Crazy Blender Alarm Clock features a pretty interesting...

Bendi Light-Up keyboard

The Bendi Light-Up keyboard combines the flexibility of the Angel Kitty USB keyboard as well as a backlight to help you see what you're typing in pitch dark conditions. This keyboard comes with standard keys and can be rolled up...

Audioengine 5 Speaker System for iPods

iPod owners are spoilt for choice when it comes to a speaker system, and this "problem" is compounded with the introduction of Audioengine's new 5 Speaker System for the iPod. The Audioengine 5 might be small in stature but it...

VidaBox ZERO Media Center system

VidaBox has unveiled a new Media Center system that boasts a cooling solution which is completely silent, courtesy of its advanced thermal management technology that does not require any fan to keep things cool inside. This means you can now...

Roundshot D3 panorama camera

We all agree unanimously that Seitz has some pretty fantastic cameras that come with prices which are higher than some people's annual salaries. The latest addition would be the Roundshot D3 which utilizes the new Seitz D3 scan technology that...

Chrome Robot TV Stand

Most of us purchase a TV stand as an afterthought after dumping a huge chunk of our savings into purchasing the latest and greatest High Definition TV to grace our living rooms. Before you make that same mistake during the...

Chrysler unveils MyGIG system

Chrysler decided to take a large step by entrenching itself deep inside in-car infotainment wars by unveiling the MyGIG system which will come as a staple in the 2007 Chrysler Sebring sedan. The MyGIG features a 20GB hard drive...

Daysis unveils multifunctional display

Talk about a truly multi-functional display - Daysis has released this lovely 23" LCD display that boasts features which will appeal to any self-respecting geek, including a generous 16:10 aspect ratio with a WUXGA resolution that maxes out at 1920...

September 23, 2006

The minute Xun Chi 138 cellphone

If you think Samsung's latest line of Ultra Edition handsets are not only small but slim, think again. The Xun Chi 138 cellphone from China measures a mere 2.64" long, putting even some Bluetooth headsets to shame with its diminutive....

September 22, 2006

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Imation flash wrist band

Imation decided to take the road less traveled by combining both fasion and technology to bring you the Wristband Drives. Taking a leaf out of the fashion notebook, Imation managed to squeeze in USB-powered flash drives into the form of...

Treo 680 confirmed

It is no surprise that news of an upcoming Treo is guaranteed to get your adrenaline pumping and RSS feeds burning. Industry moles have confirmed that the widely speculated Treo 680 is not vaporware but will be made available to...

LG C1 looks drop dead gorgeous

LG has a brand new Tablet PC in town, and the C1 looks pretty hot. Unlike its rather bland counterparts (you can't really blame them though, as Tablet PCs are often used in boring places like hospitals), the C1 is...

Coby PMP7040 has huge display

A 7" portable media player is virtually non-existent and remains the domain of most portable DVD players, hence Coby's PMP7040 is in a class of its own by virtue of it's display screen. Features of the PMP7040 are pretty ordinary,...

hipi-2200 from Paragon Wireless

Fancy a device that works as a standard cellphone in addition to offer SIP-based VoIP functionality via a WiFi connection? The hipi-2200 from Paragon Wireless is the first of such devices to hit the market, offering a seamless handover between...

Sony releases PSP Cam

To say the Sony has taken a severe beating from the harmless and docile-looking Nintendo DS would be an understatement, and this battle between both handhelds extends its borders to peripherals as well. Sony decided to release the PSPJ-15003 camera...

New mice from Evergreen

Evergreen has introduced a couple of affordable mice which will definitely add some functionality and connectivity to your desktop. The brightly colored DN-UM2B and DN-UM3K comes with an integrated 2-port USB 2.0 hub on the mouse's USB connector itself. Evergreen...

DS Lite Sound System coming soon

Since the DS Lite never intended to be a multimedia machine from the beginning, there never really was a need for an external sound system. This has not stopped Gamextra from bringing you the DS Lite Sound System sometime in...

Pioneer MT-01 Sound System

Pioneer takes a different route to hook up 6 networked speakers to the MT-01 Sound System, using a house's standard power cables via Power Line technology. The MT-01 Sound Station control unit comes with a couple of USB ports, one...

The all-seeing Smart Wheelchair

Japan is one country where the disabled are pretty much able to get about without any difficulty. The Japan National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology recently introduced a new smart wheelchair which comes with a 360-degree camera...

JVC unveils prototype 1BOX

JVC has unveiled a new prototype speaker which enables you watch TV in a reasonably loud volume without waking up the rest of the household late at night. The 1BOX speaker is smart enough to cancel undesirable signals which results...

Beefier solar cells in the works

Most solar cells are made from crystalline silicon, stuff which is used to make computer semiconductors. Since computer parts are much more valuable than solar cells, one can expect a shortage of silicon to make solar cells. Thankfully, PowerFilm has...

September 21, 2006

MicroSound for nano and Shuffle

Just as how the iPod nano and Shuffle has shrunk in the recent revamp, it is only fitting that such a portable digital audio player deserves a speaker add-on which embodies the spirit of miniaturization. The MicroSound from Miglia is...

CallBlocker tackles unsolicited calls

How many of us have had our productivity streak at work snapped by a phone call? What makes things worse are people who call up from companies and establishments which we have never patronized before, and they don't seem to...

FineDrive M300 with GPS and DMB

The FineDrive M300 is a very capable Portable Media Player with GPS capabilities, or is it the other way around? Nevertheless, the M300 keeps you on track with the latest happenings on your favorite drama series with the integrated DMB...

Rollei da1325 Prego digital camera

Budding photographers should check out the Rollei da1325 Prego. This 10 megapixel compact digital camera comes with a generous 2.5" color TFT display and boasts 3x optical and 4x digital zoom as well as a host of settings to keep...

Envive unveils 2 new Media Center PCs

Envive has released a couple of new Media Center PCs for those who want to bring home entertainment to the next level. The E-Center Pro is up for pre-orders at the moment, sporting a $2,499 price tag which will net...

XDVD8182 from Dual Electronics

Bring the home theater experience to your car with the XDVD8182 from Dual Electronics. This in-car DVD player boasts a large 7" touchscreen TFT display and comes with iPod control support, 5.1 channel preamp outputs, audio/video inputs, two video outputs...

Bring a tough edge to your cellphone

Casio has revamped their hardy GzOne cellphone and packaged it to target business users who won't let something like a broken cellphone get in their way. The newly dressed up GzOne is known as the E03CA is not only water...

Denon AVR-5805MK2 Receiver

Denon's spanking new AVR-5805MK2 Receiver looks absolutely monstrous in its double decker glory and will scare off all but passionate audiophiles with the seemingly endless rows of buttons and ports. The AVR-5805MK2 is a 22-channel receiver for the entire household...

iKey Plus Portable USB Recorder

Remember the iKey Portable USB Recorder? There is now an upgraded version available in the form of the iKey Plus. The iKey Plus caters for users who want to get their feet wet in the world of digital recording, enabling...

Thompson GE 2830 DECT Skype phone

It seems that everyone is jumping on the DECT bandwagon these days, making it a pre-requisite when it comes to developing cordless headsets and handsets. Thompson has entered the DECT fray with the GE 2830 that comes with a base...

Leica V-Lux Compact All-Rounder

The V-Lux from Leica looks like a digital SLR at a glance, but it is actually a standard compact digital camera that comes fixed to a fully functional and capable 35mm to 400mm lens. Leica claims that the 12x lens...

Lenovo i807 encased in pink

The Lenovo i807 is one feature packed cellphone that seems to target just the female sex with its bright pink color, unless you're a testosterone-laden hunk who has a strange fetish for the Paris Hilton look. Jokes aside, the i807...

Akai introduces MPC-500

Akai has a brand new Music Production Center in the form of the uber portable MPC-500. This device might look small in stature, but it is big on features. The MPC-500 packs in a 32-voice drum/phrase sample, a 48-track MIDI...

Hello Kitty DVD player

Argh! Are Japanese really that heartless, unleashing all sorts of Hello Kitty products in eye-popping colors such as this hideous looking portable DVD player? The pink color does a number on your eyes and will definitely distract you constantly from...

Fresh Face Beauty Mirror

Anyone who deals with graphics editing programs on a daily basis know the power and usefulness of the magnification function - and Champney's Fresh Face Beauty Mirror comes with a twist of tech to bring you 5x magnification via a...

Norco DS-1220 eSATA storage box

ExtremeTech has done a comprehensive review on the Norco DS-1220 eSATA storage box, and they came away with more than a good impression. The DS-1220 is great for those who want to transfer their entire DVD collection or High Definition...

Free Pulse given nod by FCC

The FCC has finally approved a new set of Bluetooth headphones from Logitech. Known as "Free Pulse" headphones, owners of iPods will be delighted to know that they have (yet) another accessory that was designed for the iPod first and...

Pioneer Elite PureVision plasma displays

Pioneer's new range of Elite PureVision plasma display panels do not only bring you brighter, sharper, and richer images that are unrivalled in the market, these new plasma screens also come with an exclusive home networking program called Home Media...

Blaupunkt introduces MP66 and MP56

Blaupunkt has a couple of new car decks that could potentially turn Apple's iconic iPods redundant for in-car use with clever implementation of high-tech, gadget-friendly features. The Memphis MP66 and the St. Louis MP56 are similar in the following...

P3 turntable turns on the style

Rega is famous in the U.K. as an audio electronics maker, and they certainly took a lot of pride in their work with the P3 turntable being the latest product on offer. The P3 is a melting pot of the...

Breaking the bank to save money

Here's a sick and twisted way of encouraging the saving habit in your kids. The Piggy Bank Puzzle from Firebox comes pre-smashed, so you will have to glue it back together with your hands before you can even use...

USB digital TV tuner from Buffalo

Buffalo has introduced its new USB digital TV tuner for all your road warriors who cannot get by a day without watching your favorite drama series. This little device measures an extremely compact 59mm x 18mm and weighs just 12g....

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Roadster super small USB flash drive

OCZ Technology has managed to take miniaturization to the next level by introducing its new USB stick which is slightly larger than the size of the USB connector itself. This makes the OCZ Roadster a fine addition to any keychain,...

Hyundai S90 LCD monitor

Hyundai's new LCD monitor, the S90D, will definitely make its way into gamers' shopping lists as it boasts a 1ms response time which is crucial where gaming is concerned. The Hyundai S90D also features an integrated analog TV tuner, a...

Delphi unveils Nav200 GPS system

The new Delphi Nav200 GPS system aims to breathe some life into boring old portable navigation systems by providing a bunch of multimedia features to keep the whole family entertained during a long road trip. The Nav200 is sized to...

Ergodex DX1 Input System

Dell is currently selling the Ergodex DX1 Input System which is guarantees a different key layout for each individual. How is this possible, you may ask. The Ergodex DX1 is actually a RF platter where you can affix various keys...

Vaporware: Reminder Ring owns Frodo

Guys have the inherent ability to forget important dates like birthdays and "first-time" trivia, but the unpardonable sin would be forgetting the wedding anniversary. Following the spirit of Lord of the Rings, the Reminder Ring is not forged with...

Motorola unveils Instantmoto

We have seen newspaper and candy vending machines as they are already part of our daily lives, but a cellphone vending machine? Motorola has developed robotic stores that are known as Instantmoto which will carry Motorola handsets (duh) and accessories....

NovaDreamer lucid dreaming course

We do experience lucid dreams (dreams where we are conscious that we actually dreaming) at times, and what is even more amazing is the fact that certain quarters believe we can be trained to lucid dream at will. The NovaDreamer...

iGAMEZ makes guessing fun

Let's face it - playing Pac-Man over the iPod is way cooler than staring at the single line OLED display on your generic MP3 player. Why not purchase a game add-on for your digital audio player? All you need to...

Grundig introduces Tharus 3D TV

Grundig has a brand new TV set that displays images in 3D without requiring you to wear those geeky looking glasses. A stereo High Definition camera is used for recording, where the two pictures are then transmitted over to a...

September 20, 2006

Toshiba W41T unveiled

From the picture gallery, you can tell that the Toshiba W41T will not feature the latest and greatest specifications that cellphones in the Far East are famous for, but instead acts as your iPod replacement with the integrated 4GB hard...

LanDisk Network HDD Enclosure

The LanDisk Network Hard Drive Enclosure looks plasticky and cheap on the outside, but now is a time to heed mama's advice of not judging a book by its cover, and in this matter, a network hard drive enclosure by...

BenQ goes oriental with FP7985+

Looking at the new FP7985+ LCD monitor from BenQ, one can almost sense that it comes with a built-in fortune cookie prediction printer. Although details and specifications of the FP7985+ are virtually non-existent at the moment, one thing's for sure...

Duck Shooting Gallery on your desk

Feeling the Monday blues? Stress and a never-ending workload at the office getting to your nerves? Why not sit back and take a breather from work with the Duck Shooting Gallery. The gun comes with a laser and has a...

PSP Hi-Fi for Sony handheld

What else can the Sony PSP do? Apparently, the PSP Hi-Fi from Gamexpert will do a whole lot more, converting the handheld console from Sony into a bass-thumping beast that can rival any powerful home stereo system. The center of...

GSM Modem caters for Web security

The GSM Modem for Web-Enabled Security Kits is a security device that every home ought to look into, as it offers an alternative line to dial up in the event of an emergency. Since there are homes that no longer...

Volta offers extended power

We all know how iPods might look good, but their battery life is absolutely rubbish, although the revamped version did make a step in the right direction but is still unable to compete with other players in the market. You...

Implantable Wireless Biosensors

Scientists at the University of Rochester Medical Center are currently working on implantable living chips that are capable of monitoring patients in real-time via a wireless connection. These foreign objects in your body are amalgamations of living cells and electronics....

Xplore M70 powered by Palm OS

The upcoming Xplore M70 smartphone will go against the grain by running on the Palm OS 5.4 Garnet platform. This brother-in-arms to the Treo is a tri-band GSM cellphone (900/1800/1900MHz) that features push e-mail (a favorite with corporate types), a...

S-XGen flip-and-fold keyboard

Seamless WiFi has a new S-XGen flip-and-fold keyboard which aims to bring an end to input nightmares that corporate suits face everyday with their bunch of touchscreen-enabled devices such as UMPCs and certain smartphones. The S-XGen is rumored to be...

EyeTV 250 TV tuner for Mac

What better way to view TV on your Mac Mini with the EyeTV 250 TV tuner from Sonic? The EyeTV 250 itself resembles a Mac Mini as you can see on the picture, albeit in much smaller dimensions. This device...

Navman F20 caters entry-level market

Do check out the F20 if you're currently browsing for an entry-level portable GPS navigation device. The F20 from Navman is extremely simple, but it does get the job done which is the most important thing. The 3.5" color touchscreen...

Seitz 6x17 digital panorama camera

Has radiation at the Seitz warehouse turned the Seitz 6x17 digital camera into some warped behemoth? The size is for real, and this monster of a digital camera is capable of caputring a 160 million pixel image - to...

Xbox 360 HD DVD add-on

Looks like the Japanese will be first off the blocks to receive the HD DVD player peripheral for the Xbox 360 this November, with other countries around the world receiving stock some time later. The add-on will cost approximately $170,...

HDcodex DML-1600 from CodexNovus

CodexNovus has a brand new standalone digital media player in the form of the HDcodex DML-1600. The DML-1600 comes with 1.6TB of storage memory which is more than sufficient to store the entire collection of any hardcore movie lover or...

Vibe Audio System released

The new Vibe System from Colorado vNet is an audio powerhouse that features both form and functionality. The Vibe System is driven by the elegant and powerful Vibe Touchscreen Amplifier, where the 7" widescreen display gives you access and...

Rand McNally GPS Navigator

Rand McNally is a household name when it comes to mapping and road trip needs, but whatever took them so long to release their first standalone GPS device? Barring the uninspired name (Rand McNally GPS Navigator), this device is extremely...

Suunto launches t3

Suunto has made its mark as a reliable watchmaker, and the new Suunto t3 is yet another feather in its cap with various features such as a heart-rate monitor, pedometer, and a real-time calories burned read-out. Since most people use...

Strollometer tacks on to baby stroller

Anyone who has just given birth will definitely shun the Nike + iPod kit as that would require one to really pound the pavement. No, new mothers who are recuperating from childbirth and want to get back into shape will...

Patent filed for combo disc

Inventors have filed a U.S. patent for discs that can store both HD DVD and Blu-ray versions of movies, potentially putting an end to the so-called 'Format War' which has hardly taken off yet. This new disc comes in 3...

Pioneer HTP-GS1 for Xbox 360

Owners of the Xbox 360 console, sit up and take notice! Bring your gaming experience to the next level with the Pioneer HTP-GS1 while your tush remains firmly planted in the Ultimate Game Chair. This 5.1 home theater sound system...

Samsung introduces GX10 dSLR

Samsung is now dipping its fingers into the digital SLR market, and the 10.2 megapixel Samsung GX10 underlines the company's intention to provide a value-for-money dSLR, bringing a host of functions, great design, and ease-of-use. The GX10 comes with Optical...

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Limoseen electronic greeting board

The Limoseen is a device that combines clever wordplay as well as an electronic pixel board which can be programmed to display the name of the intended person who is fortunate enough to be rich, well known, or both to...

ViaMichelin X-980T navigation system

ViaMichelin has finally lifted the curtain on the spanking new X-980T navigation system. The portable navigation device is equipped with the ViaMichelin Navigation 6 software that offers interesting innovations such as voice synthesis that announces the street names you are...

Disney Mix Max portable media player

Disney decided to dip their hands into the portable media player segment by introducing the Mix Max device. The Disney Mix Max comes with a 2.2" color LCD display and 512MB of memory which is a definite no-no for any...

Tickle Me Elmo Extreme Edition

Remember the Tickle Me Elmo craze that swept through the entire world a few years ago during Christmas? Parents were at the mercy of shop owners who took advantage of capitalism and jacked up the price to insanely high levels....

Anatomy of a gaming chair

The release of the Ultimate Gaming Chair next month could not come at a more timely manner as the holiday shopping season starts to gather steam. The piece of gaming-related furniture boasts a dozen vibration motors which work in sync...

Philips Pronto TSU9600 remote

Looks like the Logitech Harmony 1000 remote control has met its match in the Philips Pronto TSU9600. This device is more than capable of handling nearly every infrared device available, and it comes with all the necessary hardware to perform...

Polaroid a520 a disappointment

The Polaroid brand name is synonymous with instant photos and auto-developing cameras, but the company too has gotten its feet wet in the digital camera segment. Unfortunately, the a520 from Polaroid does not mean serious business with its low-end specifications....

Pinnacle PCTV HD Pro Stick

Pinnacle has unveiled the PCTV HD Pro Stick which is an extremely portable yet powerful TV viewing solution. The inclusion of a mini remote control and a telescopic antenna enables notebook users to enjoy both analog and high-quality digital television...

Panasonic unveils video Blu-ray burner

Panasonic can't seem to do any wrong with the introduction of its very own Blu-ray players and burners. The Diga DMR-BW200 and BR100 both support 25GB and 50GB Blu-ray optical discs, True HD at 1080p, and 7.1 channels of sound....

September 19, 2006

Roulette prediction device

Gambling is seen as an 'investment' for certain quarters, and the impending deregulation of the gambling industry in the U.K. next year has sent thousands of gamblers scampering to purchase a £1,000 device that helps them win roulette games. This...

DVD BurnAway records from memory cards

Do you need to transfer a bunch of photos and videos from your flash memory card in a jiffy, but do not have a PC in sight? Don't fret, as the DVD BurnAway device is capable of recording content from...

Escopetarra gun and guitar combo

Ever wanted to let loose like Antonio Banderas in the Desperado movies? You can now, albeit in a less concealed manner with the Escopetarras from Cesar Lopez who apparently got his inspiration when he noticed the image likeness between a...

Print your own stamps

It cannot be denied that the introduction of e-mail has severely dented the earnings of previously untouchable postal services around the world. Royal Mail decided to get on with the program by enabling customers the chance to purchase stamps...

Rechargeable LED Votive Lights

Candles is a definite ingredient when it comes to wining and dining the love of your life, but one moment of carelessness could lead to a fiery disaster, drapes and all. Why not opt for something which is safe and...

Hitachi EMIEW to debut next month

The Hitachi EMIEW (acronym for Excellent Mobility and Interactive Existence as Workmate, in pure Engrish tradition) is one robot who sports half a mohawk and comes equipped with laser sensors used for navigational purposes. The EMIEW will be unveiled at...

Rumored Zenum Opus Operis

This could be a very well concocted rumor for all we know as there are scant details available, but the Opus Operis Pocket PC phone from Zenum could be one hot device when it is released this November. The Opus...

HP 50g graphing calculator

Here's a graphing calculator for all you analytical types that will come in handy, especially when you try to keep track of your Adsense income from 16 other link blogs. The HP 50g graphing calculator boasts all the usual graphing...

USBCell recharges via USB

When you look at the USBCell from Moxia, you will probably slap yourself on the forehead and ask, "Why didn't I think about it before?". The simplicity of the USBCell comes across as a surprise - it is a rechargeable...

Asus P535 GPS phone coming soon

Consumers seem to be spoilt for choice when it comes to PDA phones these days, and Asus' upcoming P535 is one that would sit comfortable on any shopping list bar the price. The P535 does not only feature PDA and...

Toshiba recalls notebook batteries

Toshiba might be recalling nearly 350,000 notebook batteries worldwide which are manufactured by Sony, but at least these batteries do not explode. There are no reports of them doing so anyway, although Dell, Apple, and IBM notebooks are a totally...

Scanjet N6010 from HP

HP's new Scanjet N6010 Document Sheet-feed Scanner offers a single-pass duplex color document scanning solution for a shade below half a grand. The N6010 is capable of scanning up to 18 pages per minute, boosting your productivity greatly with the...

Klegg introduces Enterastream

The recently concluded CEDIA Expo 2006 saw the debut of Klegg Electronic's new Enterastream media server that is guaranteed to strengthen the idiot box's stranglehold in households across America. The Enterastream is capable of storing up to 250 DVDs, 20,400...

Yamaha YSP-1100 Digital Sound Projector

Yamaha has introduced a brand new flat panel surround sound system that boasts 40 (count them, 40!) individually-amped 1" beam drivers that aim to deliver rich sound in every square inch of the room. The Yamaha YSP-1100 Digital Sound...

Soyo FreeStyler HS11 headphones

Soyo's new FreeStyler HS11 Bluetooth-enabled headphones is rather unique in the sense where it can pause, rewind, and fast-forward music played over a Bluetooth cellphone. You can also connect the FreeStyler HS11 to any outdated audio source via the included...

Samsung unveils DMB-T450

Yet another device that will not make its way out of Korea. Samsung's new DMB-T450 comes in the uber-attractive white color that iPods made popular, and was designed to look lightyears ahead of other DMB devices in the market. The...

Elecom TK-U09FG keyboard

Imagine using a keyboard that helps you weed out typing errors without ever looking at the screen. The Elecom TK-U09FG keyboard is equipped with a patented gear drive system that recognizes an error and correcting it before it appears on...

Sony drops new Multi-format DVD drives

Sony has lifted the curtain on a quartet of Multi-format DVD/CD rewritable drives. Sony claims the 830 series burner is the fastest 18x DVD±R burner in the market, capable of writing a full 4.7GB of video, data, music, and images...

Ritek aims to RFID optical discs

Ritek Corporation aims to combat piracy by introducing a new drive that utilizes RFID chips which authenticates optical media. Although such technology will most likely be unable to make its way to the upcoming generation of HD optical media, it...

BarMaster breathes new life into party

Go wild at the next party with the BarMaster. Although the name sounds like a robotic version of your regular, moustached friend at the local watering hole, this flask-shaped device is actually a treasure trove of information when it comes...

Wireless Color Baby Monitor

New parents are especially nervous when it comes to the safety of their firstborn, and they will be enticed to buy all sorts of gadgets to ensure the little one is treated lavishly. Normal audio-only baby monitors will not do...

Portable GPS-DVD Combo System

In-car GPS navigation systems are pretty much a given these days, and they come across as extremely useful for those who are totally hopeless at reading road maps. Here is one portable GPS navigation system that keeps you entertained while...

Belkin unveils new range of iPod cases

It is only a matter of time before iPod accessory manufacturers start turning the cogs in their factories to manufacture the latest add-ons for the revamped line of iPods, and Belkin has managed to a sizeable bunch of them. You...

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STROM lure increases catch

Traditional lures used to get the fish biting look set to be in their twilight years as the new high-tech STROM lure is capable of catching 4 times as many fish during a typical fishing outing. This highly advanced STROM...

GP75 GPS navigation system

China is no longer the sleeping dragon, and some of their products are able to rival and even usurp their western counterparts. The GP75 GPS navigation system shares a very strong resemblance to the Garmin c340and TomTom One, and it...

Baby Boom fertility wristwatch

Are you currently trying hard to conceive with no visible results? It all boils down to the matter of timing assuming the other party isn't shooting blanks. The Baby Boom wristwatch by LAKS is one that is meant for ladies...

Koolance Xbox 360 Liquid Cooling Kit

Since the Xbox 360 is a pretty powerful machine by console standards, chances are high that the unit will run into overheating problems as it takes a whole lot of power to churn out that many polygons per second. Koolance...

KD-AVX2 a versatile in-dash DVD player

Talk about a truly versatile in-dash DVD player from JVC - the new KD-AVX2 comes with a built-in 3.5" widescreen display that is guaranteed to keep you and your passengers entertained with crystal clear images throughout the long drive....

Diamond-studded home theater seat

Forking out some heavy dough on a personal home theater is one thing, but furnishing it with a diamond-studded seat is a totally different ball game. Check out the seat on the left which comes with a real diamond plate....

LG e-book reader cellphone unveiled

LG did not forget the visually handicapped by unveiling a new cellphone which comes with a built-in e-book reader. This e-book reader cellphone is capable of reading from a text e-book or an audio e-book which is stored on a...

September 18, 2006

Apple expected to revamp notebook line

Word on the street is Apple plans to refresh the MacBook and MacBook Pro lines before the holiday shopping season goes into full swing. It is widely speculated that Core 2 Duo versions of the 13", 15", and 17"...

Olympus E-400 lightest, smallest dSLR

Olympus' new E-400 is the world's smallest and lightest dSLR to ever go into production, although we are sure that the record will remain for just a short while. The R-400 measures a mere 130mm x 91mm x 53mm...

WinStar WS-CRE203TV

The WinStar WS-CRE203TV is an all-in-one memory card reader with a TV out function. This device does not support a wide range of cards though, but it ably handles the most common formats including CF I/II, Smart Media, SD/MMC, Memory...

PL-01026 from Win Enterprises

Win Enterprises has unveiled the PL-01026 platform that comes with feature-rich IP PBX solutions at an extremely affordable entry price. Powered by an Intel Pentium M processor and integrated with Intel's very own IXP465 Network Processor, the PL-01026 is a...

TDK unveils 32GB flash memory drive

Do you find your notebook's hard drive plods on rather slowly and noisily when it comes to data intensive operations and would do anything for a speedy storage solution? TDK's latest offering could be the answer to your prayers, as...

iKaraoke from Griffin

Who would have thought that the iPod could be turned into a karaoke machine with the introduction of the iKaraoke from Griffin? This is not exactly a new development in the world of iPod accessories, but the iKaraoke works slightly...

Solar-powered Sun Jar

The Sun Jar is pretty much like a vampire, being docile during the day but takes on a totally different role when dusk falls. This solar lamp looks very much like any other ordinary jam jar, soaking up the sun's...

HipPop barks but does not bite

Here's a robot dog that comes with a powerful bark but a non-existent bite. The HipPop is a speaker which replaces the poor mutt's face with a speaker, enabling you to hook it up with virtually any device with an...

Wear your iPod with the iSoundCap

Just in case you do not have $300 or so for the RedWire DLX jeans from Levis to store your iPod, there is a much cheaper alternative available. The iSoundCap comes with a tight compartment that is stitched right into the...

Donut FM Radio from MoMA

The new MoMA FM radio ought to be a hit with the police force as it comes in the shape of a donut. With the advent of digital audio players, most of us will not bother to pick up a...

Navman drops 3 new PNDs

Navman has a slew of new releases, with the entry-level N20 leading the charge. The new N-Series models come with the NavPix feature, where the N40i and N60i have the advantage of a 1.3 megapixel digital camera over the N20....

JVC DR-MV7S DVD/VHS recorder

If your VHS connection has not turned moldy yet, it would be wise to pick up the JVC DR-MV7S DVD/VHS recorder. This device enables you to transfer all your analog memories onto a digital format which is easier to...

Vo300 USB Internet Speakerphone

Kensington has introduced the new Vo300 USB Internet Speakerphone that works just fine with Skype software on your PC. Features include an LCD screen that displays contacts, call history, and call status. All you need to do is to hook...

Sugar-cube sized projector

Video projectors have come a long way since the heavy, bulky days of old. Faraunhoffer has managed to develop an alternative to micro mirror arrays that results in a projector as small as the size of a sugar cube. Unfortunately,...

Infrant Repertoire Digital Media Server

The home theater market is growing at an extremely fast rate, and Infrant Technologies decided the time is ripe to unleash the high-capacity, super silent Infrant Repertoire Digital Media Server that boasts a fanless Heatsync cooling system that dissipates heat...

Mophie introduces Knox case for nano

It is common knowledge that the iPod nano is more sensitive that someone suffering from PMS, where the slightest brush will produce a scratch. The second generation nano has also been reported to be rather fragile and prone to scuffing....

NES Controller Alarm clock

Nintendo is the king of merchandise when it comes to milking their products for all its worth. Don't believe me? Just take a look at their pricing structure for virtual console games on the Wii. The NES Controller Alarm clock...

Samsung updates Blade handset

The updated Blade handset from Samsung will be offering by Sprint in the form of the Samsung A900M cellphone from the beginning of next month onwards. The Samsung A900M is a clamshell handset that works great with Sprint Power Vision,...

Hands Off Garbage Can

How lazy can people get these days? The Hands Off Garbage Can comes with an integrated Artificial Intelligence smartchip that senses anyone approaching it, and will then open up its gaping mouth automatically so you won't have to get your...

Premium Gold HDMI cables from Lindy

Lindy Electronics has launched its new line of Premium Gold HDMI cables that are fully compliant with the HDMI standard up to 15m in length. These HDTV connection cables boast patented, advanced design and construction that offer the best transmission...

Sansa Rhapsody with DRM technology

The DRM market is already fragmented into so many camps, you might think that roping in Kofi Annan to solve the disputes and infighting would be a viable option. RealNetworks and SanDisk has aggravated the situation further by introducing an...

Samsung lifts curtain on SGH-Z720

Here is yet another Ultra Edition handset from uber cellphone manufacturer Samsung of Korea - the SGH-Z720 does not only come in an extremely slim profile, it includes a slew of connectivity features that would make other cellphones weep. The...

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A take on cellphone etiquette

The Uberphones crew at our sister site that deals with all things cellular, have put together their brains which have been battered by prolonged cellular phone use to pen down a few words on cellphone etiquette, or rather, the lack...

OLEDs with solar charging capability

Cornell University researchers have managed to build OLEDs that function like solar panels while retaining all the qualities and functionality of an OLED, including being thin and flexible. The researchers used reverse engineering to turn light back into electricity...

Lowrance iWAY 250C PND

Lowrance has unveiled more information regarding the upcoming iWAY 250C portable navigation device, and here's a quick summary to save your eyeballs from reading unnecessary words. The iWAY 250C is diminutively sized, making it ideal for traveling, and comes with...

Battery in Zune falls short

Things do not seem to look up for Microsoft's upcoming Zune portable media player. Reports show that the Zune's battery is good for 12 hours of audio and 3.5 hours of video, and these numbers are a wee bit lesser...

Time Machine plasma & LCD TVs from LG

You can't go time traveling with the new Time Machine Plasma and LCD TV range from LG, but you sure wish time could stop as you try to finish watching all the recorded shows on either display. The Time Machine...

Bluegears b-Enspirer PCI sound card

Bluegears has introduced the b-Enspirer PCI sound card that boasts the most up to date Dolby and DTS technologies. It is integrated with the latest Oxygen HD CMI 8788 chipset from C-Media, bringing you true 24-bit/192KHz support and a sound...

Cowon iAudio F2 coming soon

The iAudio F2 from Cowon might look like a cellphone, but no amount of wishful thinking will turn it into one as it is a thoroughbred digital audio player of the highest quality. This flash-based MP3 player does MP3, WAV,...

Evergreen EG-MM35LAN NAS

Evergreen of Japan has introduced a new Network Attached Storage device that could fool some into thinking that it is a Mac Mini at a first glance. The EG-MM35LAN measures an extremely portable 165mm x 165mm x 47mm, offering support...

X-Arcade Tankstick

There is nothing quite like pounding the joystick and buttons at an arcade cabinet with your friends, so why not relive your younger days at home with the X-Arcade Tankstick? Just fire up MAME on your PC and load old...

September 17, 2006

iLoad+ does video in a jiffy

Why go through all the hassle of loading content onto your iPod video? The iLoad+ (also known as the iLoad-v) is not only able to transfer songs from CDs to an iPod or other USB drives without the need for...

Singing Intellectual Toothbrush

Are your kids having trouble cleaning their teeth and eating way to many Twinkies? Perhaps what could get them going would be a little technologically-enhanced toothbrush. Digitak TeleTek from Korea has develoepd a Talking and Singing Intellectual Toothbrush that will...

Cable Turtle protects, organizes cables

You can't really go paperless and wireless be it at home or at the office, so rest assured that cables will never go out of style for a long time to come. This means purchasing a Cable Turtle ought to...

Edifier E1100 2.1 channel speaker

Bring some semblance of class to your desktop with the Edifier E1100 2.1 channel speaker that is also known as the Hermione speaker in Korea. Back in August, we did not have any dirt regarding the specifications, but times have...

Acer unveils P610 and P630

Acer has a couple of new GPS personal navigation devices available for sale with the introduction of the P610 and P630. Both models are almost similar in features, with the P630 having an edge over the P610 as it ships...

myvu Made for iPod edition

New iPod owners will be delighted to know that the MicroOptical Corporation has released the myvu Made for iPod edition which is compatible with the 30GB, 60GB, and the all-new 80GB iPod videos. The viewing experience can be compared to...

Nike MaxSight for 20/20 vision

Athletic individuals with less than perfect eyesight will definitely find the MaxSight contact lens from Nike a boon when performing. These new lenses were co-developed with Bausch & Lomb, and it offers distortion-free optics that enables you to keep your...

DigiMate III comes with touchscreen

Here's a memory card reader with a difference - the DigiMate III does not only read the most common card formats available (SD, MMC, Mini SD, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, Memory Stick Duo, CF I/II, MicroDrive, and xD), you...

JVC pulsating sphere speakers

Anyone who purchases the new pulsating sphere from JVC definitely have an acquired taste. With a pedigree of 12 patents going into the surface of the round speaker, you get sound and wavelengths that are distributed in all directions equally,...

Nintendo to charge for Wii browser

Nintendo could be eroding customer goodwill with its latest move - charging users money for browsing the Internet on the Wii. Many are already gutted by the news that the Wii will cost $250 with a free, simple game thrown...

Samsung YP-T9 to ship with Bluetooth

The world can no longer ignore China as an important market as the republic's civilians grow more and more prosperous by the day. This is evident with the Samsung YP-T9 digital audio player that will not debut in the U.S....

Ecopod makes recycling easier

As the society gets educated about the importance of recycling, why not play a more pro-active role at home with the Ecopod? Currently still available in the prototype stage, the Ecopod comes with different compartments to store the respective materials....

OSIM IGoGo massages with music

Looks like everything these days must come with some form of music playback capability, if not it will never take off the ground. How many ways are there to integrate MP3 playback in everyday gadgets? Apparently, everything is fair game...

IBM Thinkpad goes down in flames

Somebody should just let Mr. Bush know that he can save billions in military expenditure each year - all they need to do is to drop Dell notebooks, MacBooks, and perhaps the odd IBM Thinkpad over the enemy the next...

Key Buoy floats to safety

Losing your keys is one thing, but dropping them into the ocean while you're out sailing is pure disaster. Unless you have a trained dolphin under your command, the chances of finding the missing key is virtually zero. This is...

Pyramat Sound Seat for gamers

The Pyramat Sound Seat brings gaming to the next level, literally immersing you from all angles with the bells and whistles on offer. The chair curves in a very wide U shape, ensuring you suffer from a pretty bad posture...

Frog Dissection Kit from Jack Spade

Relive your glory days as the fastest knife in biology class with the blandly named Frog Dissection Kit from Jack Spade. As the name suggests, those with a morbid curiosity can pick on of these up. Each package comes with...

Minox Classic Camera Leica M3

The old-school looking Minox Classic Camera Leica M3 is now available in a 5 megapixel configuration, packing the latest in consumer digital camera technology into a classic camera design. Don't be fooled by its diminutive size, as there are more...

Music Showcase waterproofs iPod

With the recent revamp of the iPod range of digital audio players from Apple, it is no wonder that owners will love their iPods even more. Why not offer some protection for your iPod from being submerged in the pool...

Canon Diamond IXUS

Surely if you have a penchant for luxury digital cameras, your nose would have sniffed out the new Canon Diamond IXUS from miles away. The Diamond IXUS was introduced to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the IXUS range. This dazzling...

Shuttle launches new T Series

Shuttle's new T-Series T 3100B and T-Series T 3100H are fully-configured systems that shifts the attention toward the office and business segment at an affordable price. The T-Series T 3100B comes in a smaller package than the standard mini tower,...

Boot Camp 1.1.1. beta released

Boot Camp users will rejoice to know that Apple Computer has released the Boot Camp 1.1.1. beta version last week. This dual-booting software solution update weighs in at 186MB, so dial-up users will have to be prepared for a long,...

Sony unveils LF-12MT1

The Sony LF-12MT1 is a Location-Free slate that was unveiled not too long ago at the Sony Dealer Convention. This versatile home device enables one to enjoy regular TV programming over a WiFi connection, and supports both MPEG 2 and...

September 15, 2006

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Sony notebook range updated for fall

The autumn is normally a pretty bleak period with the gloomy weather doing quite a number on certain people. Thankfully, Sony decided to brighten things up by introducing a trio of notebooks that are guaranteed to find its niche, ranging...

Sprint to offer Samsung SPH-M500

The upcoming Samsung SPH-M500 cellphone from Sprint features a clamshell form factor without the antenna. It has been approved by the FCC earlier this year and will finally make its way into consumers' pockets all over the country, thanks to...

Niveus launches new Media Servers

2006 is far from finished but Niveus Media has already introduced the n7 and n9 2007 Pro Series media centers. You can expect both models in the Pro Series to come jam-packed with the most advanced hardware and software available...

Honeywell Professional Weather Station

Living in a state where the weather changes more often than Roger Federer loses a tennis match, the Honeywell Professional Weather Station sure comes in handy. This device can be powered by an AC adapter when you're at home or...

SkyFi3 XM receiver from Delphi

Delphi aims to be a shade ahead of the rest in the XM receiver market by introducing the SkyFi3 model. This is the first model of its kind that comes with a removable storage solution. The microSD memory card slot...

XCute S50 candybar cellphone

The XCute S50 cellphone comes in a candybar form factor, measuring 105mm x 50mm x 9.7mm and weighing 79g that will sit well with most people as it is comfortably sized. Features include a 2" TFT color display, a built-in...

MobCharger provides instant power

Ever had a conversation over the cellphone with this really hot chick, and when you are just about to ask her out, your phone battery dies on you? Enter the MobCharger. This nifty device is a disposable cellphone charger...

Samsung S400i with lipgloss

Imagine running through the contents of your handbag only to discover that you forgot to bring the lipgloss with you, and there is a ballroom dinner to attend. Nightmare scenarios like that can be avoided if you pick up the...

Spyro Gyro pen

The Spyro Gyro pen is a pretty interesting contraption that helps you get creative without actually having the knowledge or inherent skill to do so. It is equipped with a motorized and oscillating stylus which can create up to three...

New devices from Intermec

Intermec has a couple of new devices coming up that feature a rugged built and durability which bodes well with butterfingers. The Intermec CN3 looks like a Blackberry device and features built-in GPS, 3G, WiFi, and Bluetooth connectivity, as well...

Fire-retardant MacBook sleeves

With Dell notebooks experiencing spontaneous combustion no thanks to the battery, who knows whether your MacBook will experience a similar fate? Protect yourself with the fire-retardant Corduroy Covers from Wrappers. No, seriously, these notebook sleeves are meant to offer some...

Smallest DAB radio in the world

Trinloc has unveiled the world's smallest DAB radio that measures at just 88mm x 37mm x 22mm and weighs 38g. It is amazing to note that Trinloc engineers have managed to squeeze in an FM radio, MP3 playback capability, a...

Minox DC1011 fit for kings

We have seen diamond encrusted cellphones and TVs, so it is now the digital camera's turn to take a walk down glitter highway with the Minox DC1011 Carat digital camera. The Minox DC1011 comes with a 24 carat gold-coated case...

Table radios from Cambridge SoundWorks

Cambridge SoundWorks has unveiled a couple of new personal music systems in the form of the SoundWorks Radio 735 and the SoundWorks Radio CD 745. Both systems feature the option to attached a dock for various digital audio players including...

GuardID Vault centralizes passwords

Gone are the good old days where the only thing you need to remember when you go out would be the ATM PIN number in the event where you are required to withdraw some quick cash on the go. These...

Tyco NSECT king of the house

Its the attack of the killer robots! Tyco has released the NSECT toy which is equipped with half a dozen tactical surface-to-air foam missiles which can be unleashed at your least favorite human in a single barrage simultaneously or one...

Microsoft LifeCam NX-6000

Most notebook computers still do not come equipped with an integrated webcam, so the release of Microsoft's LifeCam NX-6000 comes in a timely manner. Although it can be used on a desktop PC, this new 2 megapixel webcam works...

Dream Pony bolts out of stable door

Sega could've done much better in releasing a robotic version of Sonic the Hedgehog, but it came out with the Dream Pony robot instead. He looks pretty soft at the first glance, but one would always wonder when the Dream...

Zippo lighter with digital camera

Zippo lighters are famous for lighting up even under the toughest conditions to light up the death sticks that nicotine addicts so crave, but it looks like the company decided to move with the times and include a digital camera...

CD/DVD title printer

Most of us treat our blank DVDs and CDs with disdain after recording something on them, more often than not using just a marker to jot something relevant down. Why not take a more professional approach with the CD/DVD title...

Heart-shaped digital photo frame

Clinch the deal with the love of your life with these beautiful digital photo frames that come in a universal shape that everybody understands - that of a heart. It is small enough to be used as a keychain as...

Altec Lansing release high-end speakers

Altec Lansing aims to break the stranglehold of Logitech and Klipsch when it comes to high-end speaker systems for the computer by introducing the 2.1 FX4021 and the 5.1 FX5051 speaker systems. The minimalist design might not look like much,...

Nissan aims to cut down drunk driving

Looks like Nissan of Japan is sick and tired of seeing their beautiful automobiles get sent to the junkyard because of a sake overdose in the driver and decided to take a more pro-active role in combating the disease known...

Pentax unveils Optio T20

Pentax hsa released a new and improved Optio compact digital camera in the form of the Optio T20. Following the footsteps of cellphones, the Optio T20 is one of the thinnest cameras available in the market which has a thickness...

September 14, 2006

Onda VX737 does Mario as well

Here's a gaming portable media player that shares the black shade of the PSP as well as the two buttons that propelled the NES to fame. The VX737 from Onda measures a portable 3.94" x 1.97" x 0.45" and supports...

Exclusive Zune videos

Mobility Today has posted up a couple of videos that showcase the Zune from Microsoft. This portable media player is the Redmond giant's first foray into the portable media player business and aims to take a slice out of Apple's...

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Synchronica Scream thwarts thieves

What better way to attract attention when somebody comes by and tries to snatch your precious cellphone away? Synchronica is offering the Mobile Manager service that remotely locks and erases all data from your cellphone the moment you call...

Wireless Notebook Presenter Mouse 8000

Road warriors will find the new Wireless Notebook Presenter Mouse 8000 from Microsoft an essential peripheral to bring on their travels after going through the list of specifications and features. It looks like any other normal mouse from the top, but flip...

Home Theater PC Cooler

CoolIT Systems has developed its first cooling system for Media Center PCs which is better known as the Home Theater PC Cooler. This self-contained system is small enough to fit into a standard Media Center PC case which is much...

HTC working on Libra device

HTC is currently hard at work developing the new Windows Mobile-powered device that will feature the standard numeric keypad as well as a slide-out QWERTY keyboard. Codenamed 'Libra', this new device packs in both keypad and keyboard into an extremely...

Canon Powershot G7 spyshot

The Gadget Blog has an exclusive picture of the Canon Powershot G7 which will be unveiled worldwide tomorrow, courtesy of Arie from Digitalcameralatest. Features of the Powershot G7 includes a 10.2 megapixel sensor with 6x optical zoom, the third iteration...

Nintendo Wii to launch on November 19

The new Nintendo Wii eschews graphics for gameplay, and the hype of this next generation console has reached fever pitch levels. It will officially be released on November 19th for the relatively low price of $250, which is pretty much...

Diva 2.1 from Miglia

Miglia is offering the Diva 2.1 speakers to enhance your desktop. This pair of ultra-compact speakers come in an aluminum casing and is guaranteed to turn heads and elicit gasps of delight from whoever places their eyes on them. The...

PPC6700 to be replaced by PPC6800

Existing owners of the PPC6700 will be pleased to know that UTStarcom has lifted the curtain on the upcoming PPC6800. Although details regarding this Windows Mobile 5.0-powered smartphone is pretty scant at the moment, the PPC6800 will feature a slide-out...

September 13, 2006

Marantz VP-1151 full HD projector

HD has been surpassed with the introduction of full HD, leading you to ask whether we have been using incomplete HD all this while? Actually, full HD means 1080p HD which makes the Marantz VP-1151 more than capable of displaying...

Sony unveils new hybrid recorders

Sony has dropped a trio of new hybrid DVD/HDD recorders for your home entertainment setup. Both the RDZ-D900A and RDZ-D800 are equipped with 400GB hard drives, while the RDZ-D700 has a miserly 250GB hard drive. The RDZ-D900A has a...

Think Outside Sierra Keyboard

The Think Outside Sierra Keyboard should be made into a staple buy for any smartphone user as using a keyboard with full-sized keys to reply a lengthy e-mail or even modify a business document is much more efficient than using...

iRobot Dirty Dog tough on debris

Some people who purchased the iRobot Roomba robotic vacuum cleaner will find that it is not too hot when it comes to cleaning hard floors, shop carpets, and other industrial-class surfaces. Here is where innovation makes life easier with...

Recycle DVDs for fire-resistant plastic

Sony has managed to produce a fire-resistant plastic made from unwanted DVD discs according to Japanese paper Nikkei Business Daily. The new fire-resistant plastic has a composition of old DVD discs that stand at 85%, styrene elastomer, inorganic filler powder,...

Sprint to launch EV-DO Rev A cards

Sprint will be launching a couple of Revision A EV-DO network cards before the year is over, and consumers will be faced with the choice between the Pantech PX-500 and the Sierra Wireless Aircard 595. The former will retail for...

QDOS Genesis portable speaker

The QDOS Genesis portable speaker looks more like a can of soup, but it actually is a quadrophonic speaker that measures a space-friendly 115mm (diameter) x 85mm (height) when closed. You can place it practically anywhere you like thanks...

Pentax unveils K10D digital SLR

Pentax has a new digital SLR camera for the serious photography crowd, and the K10D does not disappoint with a slew of features that will satisfy even the most battle-hardened camera enthusiasts. Features of this 10.2 megapixel dSLR includes a...

Super slim MaxFile Attache

The USB flash drive could potentially be ousted by the small wonder known as the MaxFile Attache from PNY Technologies. This new tiny hard drive offers a whooping 12GB of storage space in an extremely compact size. To let you...

UTStarcom unveils tough Casio GzOne

Most cellphones these days come with a ton of features, but drop the handset on the floor accidentally and the breaking sound you hear does not consist of the plastic bits and pieces of the phone itself, but your heart...

Via C7-D processor launched

Via will be shipping a new Linux-friendly x86-compatible desktop processor which fulfills the requirements of the "Clean Computing Initiative" that aims to offset the chip's environmental cost. The C7-D is a carbon-free desktop processor that comes in clock speeds of...

HDHomeRun Networked Digital TV

Bring regular TV shows to your desktop across a network with the HDHomeRun device. The HDHomeRun enables multiple computers to access and view the stream of dual over-the-air digital TV using various software like VLC, MythTV 0.20+, with plans...

OCZ Secure Digital Dual Memory Cards

Transferring photos from a digital camera to the PC is pretty much a wired affair unless you have one of those WiFi-enabled cameras. Why not use a combo SD/USB card instead? Similar to Proporta's offering last month, the OCZ SD...

Laser Beam Safe for kids

Most children learn by playing, and a lot of times they imitate their parents in scenarios such as going to work as well as performing role-plays. You know Junior is going to be a keeper of the law when he...

Brilliant baby camera solution

First time parents are suckers for items like a video baby monitor and other gadgets that help alleviate their fears concerning the firstborn. Panasonic is offering the KX-TGA573S GigaRange Expandable Digital Cordless Camera which can be used with any other...

New navigational Loox launched

Fujitsu Siemens has released a couple of personal navigation devices in the form of the N100 and N110. Both models feature a 2.8" color touchscreen display, MP3, WMA, and AAC format support, interchangeable covers to reflect your mood, 2GB of...

Autosafe Compact Carsafe

We all know how prevention is a much better option to take against cure, and there should be no compromise when it comes to the safety of your belongings in a car. The Autosafe was designed for vehicle use and...

Talk around the globe with Samsung V920

Frequent travelers who have stepped foot in virtually every major city in the world will see the Samsung SCH-V920 World Phone as something which should have been released far sooner. This amazing handset supports CDMA, GSM, and JCDMA networks simultaneously,...

Celery fax machine does e-mail, too

No, the Celery fax machine does not come in green and is not powered by celery juice - it is a unique fax machine that sends and receives e-mail as well. You can feed a handwritten note into the fax...

Safa SS110F MP3 player

The Safa SS110F MP3 player was released a wee bit too late to beat the iPod nano as one of the thinnest MP3 players available in the market, but it will still remain in the all-time top 10 list for...

+336+ mirror displays text messages

Designer Robert Stadler has developed a +336+ mirror at the London Design Festival that is capable of receiving all the text messages sent to your cellphone and displaying them as luminous text across the mirror surface whenever you get close...

Pipex ups ante in networking security

Pipex aims to protect remote users and satellite office networks from various security threats such as identity theft, malware and phishing by developing a revolutionary Boundary Networking concept, making it the first ISP in the U.K. to do so. The...

Solar-powered Braille watch

Telling the time if you are visually handicapped could be as simple as asking those around you, but more often than not there is the need to remain independent of others. Jeonjun Cho, a sophomore at Kyungki University, Korea, has...

I-O Data unveils LCD TV with TV tuner

I-O Data from Japan has recently unveiled a LCD TV that will look great whether it is in your living room for the entire family to watch, or at the study room where you work. This 24.1" LCD TV comes...

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Oakley O ROKR Review by Ubergizmo

I’ve been testing the O ROKR for a couple of months now and it’s time for the review. It’s is a pair of sunglasses with integrated Bluetooth 2.0 (BT) stereo headphones. This fruit of the collaboration between Oakley and...

Solar Powered Headphones with Radio

These Solar Powered Headphones with Radio are pretty cool, and you save a ton on batteries for the rest of your life unless our sun goes nova on us. Not only do you get to enjoy your favorite tunes privately...

ViewDock takes in iPod Video

Let's say you went out to purchase the new and improved iPod Video to satisfy your shopping urge - now what? Forget the 2.5" display that boasts a 60% improvement in brightness over the previous iPod Video. You will be...

Ball Master Arcade Game

Butt It like Zidane or Dive Down like Ronaldo, it doesn't matter. What matters is you manage to get the ball behind the net with every kick. Even if its raining outside, you can still get in your practice kicks...

Sanako MP3 recorder

Having a voice recorder is essential if one wants to master a language faster, so why not pick up the Sanako MP3 recorder to ease the process? This is no ordinary MP3 recorder as it comes pre-loaded with the Sanako...

Treo 750v makes a splash

Europe is abuzz with news of the Treo 750v's release, and that is not surprising considering the fact that this new Treo from Palm offers form-factor improvement over the previous version. There is no antenna to worry about, and the...

Feature-packed iRiver S10

Apple might think that they have done a pretty banged up job with the revamped nano, iPod Video, and Shuffle, but the company could pause for a moment and see what iRiver has done with its line of digital audio...

September 12, 2006

Sony VPL-VW50 HD projector

Home HD projectors seem to be getting more and more common these days as the prices of such devices begin to drop with a higher market adoption rate. The Sony VPL-VW50 HD projector boasts an impressive contrast ratio of 15,000...

Splashpower offers wireless recharging

Everyone knows how charging devices can end up as quite a hassle due to the never ending lengths of cable as well as the different kinds of connectors which you have to deal with. The Splashpower does away with searching...

MI RAI-RT humanoid robot

The creator of Sony's Aibo robot dog, Tomoaki Kasuga, has set up a new firm called Speecys and will begin selling its very own humanoid MI RAI-RT robot which is capable of singing, dancing, perusing the news, and even...

AviX DVP-370Vx in-car DivX player

Sarotech has a brand new wireless DivX player for in-car use in the form of the AviX DVP-370Vx. The AviX is equipped with an integrated TV transmitter that does away with the need for messy cables, making it suitable for...

MoPod cellphone charm

You know how fat and chunky CRT monitors start to go wonky when your cellphone is about to receive an incoming call or text message? Purchasing a MoPod (no relation whatsoever to the iPod family) is a much better way...

Europe to receive Treo 750v soon

The Treo line of smartphones from Palm is easily identified, no thanks to its large antenna that sticks out like a sore thumb. That is now a thing of the past with the new Treo 750v smartphone which will hitch...

Exercise and laundry simultaneously

Go green with Cyclean, a prototype machine by Alex Gadsden who's had seen enough junk been thrown and wasted to do something about it in a positive manner. Alex has managed to cobble out the Cyclean out from a pile...

3D Module from Innertech

Go 3D with Innertech's latest offering that delivers a true 3D display on your portable media player with its new 3D module. This solution offers a much clearer screen quality with enhanced brightness when compared against its predecessor. Innertech hopes...

Garmin unveils Mobile 20

If you have a smartphone and are itching for some GPS action in your car, why not check out the Mobile 20 from Garmin? This device is capable of providing turn-by-turn directions via Bluetooth to your smartphone. The Mobile 20...

Helping Hand sends timely reminders

Bang & Olufsen not only produces extremely beautiful and painfully expensive home audio products, they also have a medical device division known as Medicom to pamper the rich with a gamut of equally expensive gadgets. The latest offering is...

SanDisk unveils 4GB miniSD card

Looks like the miniSD flash memory card does not want to get left behind in the quest for ever more storage space. SanDisk has introduced the new 4GB miniSD SDHC card, thoroughly producing a royal trashing of all the other...

Logitech unveils Harmony 1000 remote

Logitech's award winning Harmony universal remote control has a new top dog in the form of the Harmony 1000. Features of the Harmony 1000 includes a brilliant 3.5" color touchscreen, compatibility with over 175,000 devices, and unprecedented ease-of-use. The Harmony...

USB Camping Lamp with FM radio

It would be interesting to note how many people would bring their notebooks along with them to an outdoor camp, as the USB Camping Lamp is the perfect companion for such persons. You don't need to sit through the night...

Verizon offers Blackberry 8703e

The Blackberry 8703e was originally rumored to be released at the end of August, but better late than never is the mantra which Verizon Wireless stuck to. This EV-DO-enabled handset will be available to Verizon Wireless customers this September 17,...

Panasonic Toughbook T5

Panasonic's line of Toughbook notebooks are well known for their rugged build as well as ease-of-use. The good qualities don't just stop there, however, as Toughbooks also boast an ergonomic setup and an excellent battery life to stay true to...

Inteset Julia All-in-One Touch Extender

The Inteset Julia All-in-One Touch Extender boasts an intuitive navigation system that makes full use of the touchscreen via finger navigation and pop-up menus that represent keyboards and cursors when the need arises. This 17" widescreen Windows Media Center touchscreen...

CushTop offers comfortable experience

The CushTop from Belkin is not exactly something which you want to bring along with you, but it does make the typing experience a much more comfortable one when used at home. Made from high-quality, furniture-like upholstery, the CushTop comes...

Pretec unveils 8GB SDHC card

Since SD cards are currently the dominant storage media of choice in digital cameras around the world, it is no wonder that it boasts the largest capacity as well. The new SD card from Pretec comes with a whooping 8GB...

Fujifilm FinePix A700 coming soon

The Fujifilm FinePix A700 is the flagship model in the line of Fujifilm's entry-level digital cameras. The A700 comes with a 7.3 megapixel Super CCD sensor with 3x optical zoom, a generous 2.4" LCD display, and unparalleled low-noise performance via...

Apple revamps Shuffle and iPod Video

Looks like the iPod Video and Shuffle have not been left out from the latest revamp move from Apple. The iPod Video boasts a 60% brighter and more vibrant 2.5" screen with games like Bejeweled, Cubis 2, Mahjong, Mini...

Belkin unveils PocketTop

The PocketTop from Belkin will transform your notebook into a mobile workstation that boasts the added functionality of a storage space for the variety of accessories that are associated with a notebook, including the mouse, power adapter, and miscellanous items...

Pioneer S-1EX-LTD speakers

Pioneer's TAD-M1 speakers offer clarity and technology that is not found in normal speakers that we use at home everyday and remains in the domain of the super rich with a price tag of 21,000 Euros for each speaker. The...

Apple refreshes iPod nano

The iPod nano has received a facelift with an all-new aluminum body, more than double the music capacity for the same price, a display which is 40% brighter than its predecessor, and an astounding 24 hour battery life in...

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Sanyo SCP-8400 from Sprint

The new Sanyo SCP-8400 will soon be made available on the Sprint network, boasting a high resolution 2" QVGA internal display, MP3/AAC playback capability, Bluetooth connectivity, and a 1.3 megapixel camera. Originally slated for an August release, Sprint is late...

iBreath breathalyzer for the iPod

For those of you who carry your iPod wherever you go, the iBreath would be an essential iPod accessory that you cannot leave home without. The next time you head down to your favorite watering hole to down a couple...

Vodafone to unveil v1210

Most 3G handsets come with two cameras, where one is used to take photos of at least 1.3 megapixels in resolution while the other is used for video calls. Strangely enough, the v1210 from Vodafone is a 3G handset that...

Uniden releases UDC-7M digital camera

The UDC-7M from Uniden is a 7.1 megapixel compact digital camera that comes equipped with 3x optical zoom, 23MB of built-in memory in case you run out of removable storage media, a 2.4" LCD display, as well as the all-important...

XDA Stealth receives FCC approval

The upcoming XDA Stealth by Gigabyte has just received FCC approval and looks set to be available from O2 in the coming months. This Windows Mobile smartphone features a slider form factor that exposes a keypad and the 2 megapixel...

MantaRay Video projector

The MantaRay Video projector is a true blue Australian product and could not have been released at a worse time considering the fact that Aussie legend Steve "Crocodile Hunter" Irwin recently passed away after a stingray placed its barb into...

Pantech & Curitel PT-K2700

The PT-K2700 from Pantech & Curitel is yet another cellphone that will remain stubbornly within the confines of Korean soil, depriving the rest of humanity the joys of having such a beautiful handset. The PT-K2700 boasts MP3 playback capability, built-in...

Boxwave VersaCharger Pro

The Boxwave VersaCharger Pro is more than capable of handling your charging needs, be it at home or in the car. This device comes in a portable-friendly form factor and can even charge your device on an airplane via the...

Pantech & Curitel IM-S130K slider

It is a well known fact that Korea and Japan seem to get the most technology advanced cellphones while the rest of the world plods along with a VGA camera in their handsets. The IM-S130K from Pantech & Curitel is...

September 11, 2006

iDea Wireless Home Dock

Having a universal dock at home is a good thing, considering the amount of gadgets that we have these days ranging from the iPod to PSPs and other portable media players. The iDea Wireless Home Dock aims to cater for...

T.One USB Microdrive

Most of us carry USB flash drives that max out at 2GB, while those who work with digital content often skip the convenience of a thumb drive for a much larger (in terms of both physical size and storage capacity)...

PalmPS2 trounces PSP

Why buy a PSP when you can have the actual PS2 in your hands? Known as the PalmPS2, this custom gaming system features the actual innards of the PS2 console which were gutted and crammed into a comfortable, handheld...

Mini Bluetooth Keyboard from Brando

Those who use their smartphone device to fire e-mails and modify work documents on a daily basis will find that suffering from finger cramps is a very common occurence. Why not alleviate all the unwanted pain by picking up the...

Designer torchlights look stunning

Most utilitarian torchlights are divorced from the adjectives 'beautiful' and 'sleek', and instead remain married to 'large', 'heavy', and downright 'ugly'. Gabriele Pezzini has seen enough ugly torchlights in his life to design his very own torchlights that combine both...

Steering wheel for the Wii

The Nintendo Wii is not out yet, but Ubisoft has already announced the steering wheel attachment that will come bundled with the soon-to-be-released GT Pro Series game on the new console. Hopefully the price of the game will not...

HTC Omni, the Universal successor

The HTC Universal is actually pretty much a mini-notebook all by itself. You will probably know it better as the SPV M5000, i-mate JASJAR, T-Mobile MDA Pro, or O2 XDA Exec. HTC is not resting on its laurels, however, and...

HP launches new Mobile Messengers

Everyone will find that the new range of Mobile Messengers has something which they could make full use of, and that alone underscores how HP has managed to successfully develop a device which caters for every possible portable need. The...

LED Scrolling Message Pen

Amuse yourself with the Scrolling LED Messenger Pen. You can program a message up to 118 characters long and hypnotize whoever is curious enough to gaze at the scrolling message. Features include the ability to set the scrolling pace of...

Samsung develops CTF-based NAND memory

Here's more news from Samsung - apparently the Korean company has developed the first 40nm memory device in the industry with the Samsung 32 Gigabit NAND flash device incorporating a Charge Flash Trap (CTF) architecture. This new CTF-based NAND 32Gb...

Samsung unveils PRAM

It looks like the current generation of non-volatile memory are on its last legs as Samsung lifts the veil on the next generation, dubbed the PRAM. PRAM is an acronym for Phase-change Random Access Memory and the first prototype features...

Helium Digital HD-880 Bluetooth Headset

Helium Digital has released a unique Bluetooth headset in the form of the HD-880. Unlike other ordinary Bluetooth headsets, the HD-880 is equipped with an OLED display that shows the incoming or outgoing number as well as the connection status...

I-Mate SPL slim smartphone

The new I-Mate SPL takes a different turn from the rest of the other I-Mate products, boasting an extremely slim design with a keypad that will definitely capture the hearts of Motorola SLVR fans. The SPL will run on the...

Life Bank tells rag-to-riches story

Teaching your kid to save money is important so that the child will not grow up to be a spendthrift and live on credit as many of us do today. Why not invest $30 to $40 in this Life Bank...

Air Switch works like magic

Buying a house is one thing, but populating it with all the creature comforts and filling up the tiny details is yet another mammoth task. Mathmos, inventors of the lava lamp, have come up with the Air Switch which is...

Boost Mobile offers feminine handset

Does anyone seriously think that females are purposely holding off a cellphone purchase just because the design is not appealing? I am sure that female consumers are much more technologically-savvy today and not as shallow as how certain corporations think....

Passport Portable External Hard Drive

The Western Digital Passport Portable External Hard Drive is the perfect device for those looking for a balance between portability and storage space. This offering from Western Digital shares roughly the same dimensions as a passport and connects to any...

Project Fusion line tracks heartbeat

Adidas and Polar have sucessfully worked together to develop the Project Fusion line of clothes that not only makes you look spiffy wearing it, it monitors your ECG stats as well via the built-in sensors that are liberally placed all...

Tech Station from HSPC

Hardware testers and those working in tech support deal with a variety of PC components all day long, from hard drives to graphics cards and motherboards. The PC case is often left open during testing for convenience and quick access....

Scientists unveil Ultra HDTV

Just when you think High Definition TV is the bomb, Japanese scientists have poured cold water on it by unveiling the Ultra High Definition TV in Europe. This new system boasts 16 times the resolution of current HDTV at 7680...

Toshiba develops twin format DVD

Toshiba has successfully managed to cram in a single/dual layer DVD and a simple/dual layer HD DVD on a single plate, enabling the DVD to be as thin as possible while holding all 3 layers. You can choose between a...

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SkyTRX Mini Tracker

Here's a nifty gadget that lets you know the exact location of where your target is, be it rain or shine. The extremely diminutive SkyTRX Mini Tracker is small enough to fit into any pocket and tracks movements via GPS...

Gateway introduces Profile 6 SB PC

Gateway has largely fallen out of many people's radars, but the PC company has not closed its doors just yet. In fact, it is still very much alive and kicking, judging by the recent release of the Gateway Profile 6...

Sony unveils new Cybershots

Sony might be floundering in other aspects of its business, but you can bet your bottom dollar that the digital camera division has largely delivered the goods most of the time without fail. The new Cybershot DSC-T50 and DSC-N2...

Fujitsu Siemens unveil Esprimo PCs

The Esprimo E5916 and P5916 Small Form Factor (SFF) PCs from Fujitsu Siemens look extremely small and cute, and they are compatible with the latest Intel vPro technology as well, offering unprecedented ease-of-use, security, and energy efficiency. When used in...

Media Keg HD30B9 from Kenwood

Kenwood has ousted the HD30A9 digital audio player with the new and improved Media Keg HD30B9. This upcoming digital audio player will be released sometime later this month, coming in black instead of cobalt. Improvements include an enhanced digital amplifier,...

Uren V1 Mobile AutoPC

UMPCs are getting more and more common these days, and there are some hardware nuts who have taken up the task to modify the UMPC to include it inside their vehicles. Why do all the hard work when you can...

Vocal Smoke Alarm

The Consumer Product Safety Commission published a report noting that standard smoke alarms fail to wake children up who are below the age of 16, while sleep specialists claim that 95% of children are capable of sleeping through a fire...

Cingular to offer Samsung i607

Looks like you will be able to pick up Samsung i607 pretty soon from Cingular. This high-speed UMTS/HSPDA device is powered by the Windows Mobile 5.0 Operating System and is more than capable of running both xHTML and wCSS...

Sony Cybershot T10 now in pink

Go pink with the Cybershot T10. This digital compact camera already comes in a size that appeals to both sexes, but the pink-colored version is bound to be a deal clincher with any woman who lays her eyes on the...

September 10, 2006

Pontus EN-3700 makes its way to Japan

Pontus, a company from Korea who has pretty close relations with Hyundai, will be unveiling the new EN-3700 GPS navigation system for the Japanese market soon. This GPS navigation system does not only tell you where to go in the...

Camera Armor for dSLRs

Since you have invested a sizeable amount of money in your digital SLR camera, why not pony up a little bit more for some protection? The Camera Armor from Made consists of a line of waterproof elastomeric cases for digital...

TrekStor i.Beat gold MP3 player

Talk about sinfully extravagant. The TrekStor i.Beat MP3 player is now available in gold. You can pick it up from Amazon for a jaw dropping $20,000, making this one of the pricier expensive MP3 players in the world, barring those...

Hear Now keeps track of pets

Most of the time, we treat out pets as therapists. One thing's for sure though - pets make excellent listeners and always take your side as they emphatize with how badly you are treated by your boss, spouse, or even...

ORSiO n725 merges PDA and cellphone

There is no running away from the fact that having a cellphone with PDA features is extremely convenient, especially when it comes to entering your list of contacts only once.ORSiO has unveiled its n725 PDA cellphone which is powered by...

IBM ships Broadway chips

The Nintendo Wii looks set to be the second horse out of the next-generation video game console stable as IBM has begun to ship the first batch of processors that will be used in the Nintendo Wii. Codenamed "Broadway", this...

Nixie USB Hub

Most USB hubs these days look very ordinary, and once in a long time a cool looking hub will amble along that makes all the rest look away in resigned shame. The Nixie USB Hub is one such candidate, boasting...

Synology USB Station 3-in-1 SOHO server

The Synology USB Station 3-in-1 SOHO Server is a device that comes in handy for small and home office setups. It enables you to plug in a single external hard drive and up to a couple of printers to share...

Motorola E690 spyshot

The Motorola Q will soon receive a new brother-in-arms in the form of the Motorola E690 PDA cellphone. This upcoming device will run on Linux and boasts a cheery and generous 262k color QVGA TFT touchscreen. Other notable features include...

Jitterbug cellphone has just 3 buttons

Cellphones have gotten so complex these days that new releases often marginalize a large segment of the population who want something basic and easy to use. Jitterbug is one such handset for adults who want the most basic cellphone without...

SmartPill pHp.p Capsule

No, the SmartPill pHp.p Capsule does not contain any form of Hypertext Preprocessor, but it does come packed with wireless capabilities that enables it to transmit data to an externally-worn receiver as it makes its way through the gastrointestinal tract....

Arcade Machine Coffee Table

Who can forget the amount of joy a single quarter can give you at the arcade when you were a little kid? The Arcade Machine Coffee Table brings the fun back from your younger days by making your coffee break...

Patent filing of possible Apple cellphone

Apple Computer has recently filed a patent for a multi-functional handheld device, leading to many speculations that the company is going to expand its stable of products to include a smart cellphone. The filing which was published last week shows...

September 9, 2006

Mio H610 GPS Episode II - Unpacking

It’s time to unpack the Mio H610: the device itself is uber-looking with its ipod-esque clean look. (Check out the photo gallery). I couldn’t resist turning it on right away and the first impression was “wow, that display is...

September 8, 2006

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Nokia E62 lands in Canada

It is interesting to note that many speculated the Nokia E62 would make its debut in the U.S. via Cingular Wireless before making its way up north, but apparently Canadian operator Rogers Wireless has other ideas up its sleeves. The...

Formac Disk Mini portable hard drive

Sometimes, storing your data on a USB flash drive is not quite good enough as storage space is at a premium, a fact which is especially true for those who work with large files such as video. The other alternative...

Mt. Everest JBL speakers

You will need much more than faith to move these new Mt. Everest speakers from JBL as they weigh a back-breaking 313 pounds. The Mt. Everest speakers measure a whooping 9" x 18.5" x 44" and will require a pretty...

Sony Vaio UX-90S screenshots

Sony has recently released ultra portable versions of the Vaio notebook that boast a design one could die for, and the latest Vaio UX-90S is no different. This ultra portable Vaio is the first model in the market to be...

Online Alarm Clock for misers

Since we have covered plenty of ground when it comes to interesting alarm clocks, the Online Alarm Clock is too good to pass over. There are those of us who sleep without turning our PCs off as we continue...

New Special Edition PEBL up for grabs

If you want to make a fashion statement with your beloved gadget, you can't really go wrong with one that comes in white, as this simple yet elegant color remains timeless on every item splashed with it. Motorola thought so...

Rugged military-spec UMPC

If you're a geek and is prone to suffer from a bad case of butterfingers with your hardware, the UMPC from CATCHER (Communications And Telemetry Computing Handheld for Emergency Response) would be the perfect notebook for you. This nifty little...

Pantech rolls out new Sky IM-U130

Koreans are the benefactors of yet another stunning cellphone, and all we can do is sit down and drool over it. Sky, the premium Pantech & Curitel brand, has lifted the veil on its new IM-U130 handset. The IM-U130 cellphone...

Tasty Mio H610 personal GPS

We just got back from San Francisco where we attended the official U.S launch of the Mio H610. After a first wave hype in March of this year, customers will finally be able to get their hands on the H610 in...

September 7, 2006

Toshiba e-book concept

Toshiba has an interesting take on yet another convergence device, lifting the curtain on it at the recent IFA 2006 event in Berlin, Germany. This PDA device boasts a dual display concept which flips open like an e-book. Judging by...

Sony HDR-FX7E HD camcorder

The new HDR-FX7E from Sony is the first High Definition camcorder that features the new 3ClearVid CMOS Sensor system developed by Sony. You can expect the HDR-FX7E for capture High Definition pictures in exceptional resolution and natural color reproduction with...

CS FM07 Wireless Transmitter

How much technology can you cram into a relatively small device? Quite a lot, apparently. The CS FM07 Wireless Transmitter and Card Reader MP3 Player does not only handle all your MP3 tunes with panache, it comes with a built-in...

Samsung drops 7-inch flexible LCDs

Samsung has unveiled the biggest flexible LCD module in the world, boasting a full 7 inches of glory. This product of the future is constructed from high-quality plastics which are not as brittle and thinner when compared against conventional glasses,...

Color Phasing Light Speakers

Spruce up your desktop with this pair of Color Phasing Light Speakers. The optically enhanced LED light cones are able to display over two centuries of color combinations, and the results are as stunning during the daytime as they are...

HTC Q4 rollout looking good

Q4 2006 will be a very interesting time judging by HTC's latest product portfolio. There will be a quartet of new Windows Mobile smartphones which cater to everyone's needs. The four are the HTC S620, the HTC P3300, the HTC...

I-Port medication injection port

There are those among us who aren't afraid to wrestle with crocodiles, and yet would cringe at the sight of a syringe. Patton Medical Devices of Texas has developed the I-Port medication injection port that aims to deliver a...

Olivetti launches wireless printers

With more and more digital cameras being equipped with WiFi functionality, it comes as no surprise that printers are the next logical step to include such technology in order to create a seamless printing experience. Olivetti is offering a couple...

UltraMax 640GB Desktop Hard Drive

Iomega has not forgotten the Mac community with the release of its UltraMax 640GB external triple interface hard drive that utilizes RAID 0 to squeeze out a performance masterclass. The UltraMax offers 640GB of storage space in a secure and...

iPAQ rx5915 unveiled

Looks like the iPAQ rx4000 has a much more powerful sibling in the form of the rx5915. For $600, the specifications in this device are pretty much average. Other than the integrated SiRFStar III GPS chipset, the rx5915 is pretty...

Ministry of Sound launches Clip Stix

There are plenty of cheap MP3 players available in the market these days, thanks to the ever productive factories in China that do no sleep. It is not uncommon to find MP3 players that cost somewhere in the region of...

LG unveils MG810 in Brazil

Those who are waiting for a clamshell version of the delicious LG Chocolate cellphone will have to hold out a little longer. The LG MG810 is currently available in Brazil, going for approximately $465. It features the very same heat-sensitive...

Pink Pioneer Inno

Since pink gadgets are often associated with women, it comes as no surprise that XM is placing a pink-colored Pioneer Inno up for sale. There is a very good reason behind this move as it involves dollars and cents in...

Kenwood 1-DIN radios support USB

Although newer cars come with the ability to connect your portable audio player directly, there are many more who do not have the luxury of such connectivity in their older jalopies. Kenwood's new radios in its 1-DIN line come with...

Marimekko-designed mice

Scandinavian countries are noted for their excellent taste in design - just take a look at the number of furniture your pad has from Ikea, and chances are quite high that you have fallen in love with at least...

Reversible Media Center

Remember movies where a bookshelf has more than meets the eye, capable of turning 180 degrees to reveal a high-tech array of electronics? You can now have something akin to that fantasy with the Reversible Media Center which will...

V-Mate Video Memory Card Recorder

SanDisk's new V-Mate Video Memory Card Recorder is extremely versatile as it allows users to record video from a wide variety of input such as over-the-air TV, cable, satellite, DVD players, and ever the archaic VCR. After recording, you can...

Mouse Computers roar, not squeak

PC gamers in Japan can rejoice with a couple of new offerings from Mouse Computers. The two new beasts are the Masterpiece F6140 and the Nextgear A2450GT. They both share the following specifications which are guaranteed to keep the frames...

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Mango house phone from BT

BT has released a brand new wireless phone for home use, and the Mango certainly does the traditional looking house phone a world of good with its bright orange color that is wrapped in white. The Mango ships with a...

Furgle Speakers too cute to be true

Talk about melting the heart - this set of portable Furgle Speakers are bound to open up conversations with anyone it crosses path with. They look like a cross between Sesame Street's Cookie Monster and Sulley from Monsters Inc. The...

Wacom unveils new Intuos3 tablets

Anyone who works with digital art know that a graphic tablet is one of the most important tools to have at the desk. Wacom has a new widescreen tablet to complement your widescreen display. The Intuos3 range of tablets comes...

Beep! Beep! The Roadrunner is coming

IBM is at it again, trying to build the world's most powerful supercomputer at a US government laboratory that could potentially be up to 4 times as fast as IBM's very own BlueGene/L. The new machine has been codenamed Roadrunner,...

September 6, 2006

RIM announces Blackberry Pearl

The new Blackberry Pearl has finally been officially announced by Research in Motion after months of secrecy. The Pearl is an extremely portable smartphone with its dimensions of 4.2" x 1.97" x 0.57", weighing a mere 3.1 ounces. The Blackberry...

Philips introduces VP5500 videophone

Looks like Philips has added the VP5500 into its stable of videophones after its introduction at IFA 2006. The VP5500 is a wireless videophone that comes with a rotating camera, enabling you to carry on a video conversation with somebody...

Daylight Projection Clock

Most cool devices often come with an unjustifiable price tag, but that's the price one pays to stay ahead of their peers in the social arena. The Daylight Projection Clock falls into the above mentioned category, but it will definitely...

Sarian HR4110 Mobile VPN router

Sarian from Britian has introduced the first enterprise-level router which will take advantage of the HSDPA network, also known as a 3G network on steroids. Sarian is targeting the emergency backup market with its HR4110 router, switching over to HSDPA...

LaCie SAFE desktop hard drive

Peering into somebody's hard drive is one way to know a person better, based on the documents stored as well as the person's Internet surfing habits. Since this piece of hardware contains extremely personal data, why not secure your data...

Miglia Dialog phone a letdown

Miglia's latest Skye-certified phone boasts wireless connectivity, but it has its fair share of drawbacks which could prove off-putting to power users. The Miglia Dialog phone is compatible with both the PC and Mac platforms, and connects to the PC...

Power Station Traveler

The car's 12-volt charger port is getting more and more popular these days as most people perform their recharging duties while hitting the road. That, and coupled with the fact that most of us carry at least three gadgets on...

Destroying evidence is hard work

Although there are already electronically-powered DVD/CD/Paper shredders in the market at the moment, some people prefer to do things the old-fashioned way. The 3-in-1 Media/Paper Shredder is uninspiringly named and chews through plastic bits and the byproduct of processed wood...

Breathe new life into your vinyl records

If you are ancient enough to know what a vinyl record actually is, then keep on reading. The Generation X-ers and their parents will most probably have a healthy amount of LPs stored somewhere in the attic, and what better...

Timesphere wall clock

Check out the Timesphere wall clock designed by Gideon Dagan. This spiffy looking timepiece will be a great addition to any home, boasting a red ball that defies gravity by some hidden magic. No really, there is some rational, scientific...

Bridgestone WiFi Tire Pressure Sensor

With all the talk about wireless gadgets and gizmos going on around us, Bridgestone has hopped onto the WiFi bandwagon and is close to unveiling its new wireless tire pressure monitoring system that makes use of sensors fixed beneath...

Sony cuts PS2 price in Japan

Anyone extremely latecomers to the current generation of home consoles or those seeking to replace their used and abused PlayStation 2 consoles will be happy to note that Sony will reduce its price by approximately 19%, in Japan as the...

Light Adaptive Display by Samsung

Samsung just announced “an intelligent mobile display driver IC”. Try to look at your phone’s display in direct sunlight and you’ll know why there is a need for a better screen. On the surface, it looks like Samsung has a...

NB-Mate multi-functional device

Thanko has a new USB device that is much more useful than its previous offerings. The NB-Mate is a convergence device that is guaranteed to bring some cheer to any desktop. This USB-powered device has a pair of built-in speakers,...

Otologics Fully Implantable Hearing Device

Otologics has a new fully-implantable hearing device that is inserted behind the ear for those looking for a more dignified solution. This device has a capsule that contains a microphone and other electronics which are then implanted just beneath the...

Doettling luxury safe

If you're one who have pockets so deep that paying $100 for a bottle of Coke is the same as $1, chances are you would be looking for a safe that matches your station in life. The Doettling luxury...

T-Mobile to release Samsung T519 Trace

T-Mobile looks set to release the Samsung T519 cellphone when September 11 rolls around, unless there are any last minute changes that we do not know about. The Samsung T519 will be released under the Trace label, and will be...

HP to launch 30-inch LP3065 LCD

HP is encroaching on Dell and Apple territory when the company announced its latest 30" LCD monster, the LP3065. This new LCD monitor boasts a 92% color gamut and you will need to have a DVI-D dual link graphics card...

Biometric payment for schools in Rome

Looks like them Italian kids in Rome had better make sure they don't get their digits hacked off by the Mafia if they want their lunch as local schools will soon be implementing a biometric fingerprint scanning system which enables...

Display photos and tell the time

Most digital photo frames are just that - photo frames without any other added functionality. Why not roll both the desktop clock and a photo frame together? The Digital Photo Frame & Clock is capable of storing up to 22...

CyberTablet M17 monitor/tablet combo

There are times where we wish we could just write down some notes on the monitor itself without going through the hassle of Post It Notes (and save a few of our leafy friends in the process), but there is...

Sirius Stiletto SL100 unveiled

The Sirius Stiletto SL100 is the company's first Satellite Live Portable Receiver, enabling you to listen to live Sirius Satellite radio wherever you are. Content is received through multiple channels, from the Car Dock to the Home Dock or in...

Deals of the day

$8, Ultra 1GB Secure Digital Card $19, NEC ND-3550A Dual Layer DVD±RW Writer $69, Buffalo 250GB DriveStation USB 2.0$259, Canon PowerShot SD600 6.0MP $499, Mobile AMD Sempron 3000+ Laptop More deals at Uberbargain.com...

We’re getting the (text) message, we just don’t care

While browsing the web at home, I saw the “Why we don't get the (text) message” article from Paul Kedrosky in Business 2.0. It begins with “Texting is insanely popular overseas, but practically nonexistent in the United States - for...

Buffalo introduces Micro USB Gamepad

Does size matter to gamers? Apparently, gameplay, processing power, and fast loading times are given a much higher priority than the size of a joystick in the bigger scheme of things. Buffalo has recently introduced a gamepad that is most...

Swiss Aromatherapy Jewel Pens

Offices are often prime breeding grounds for bacteria and viruses as there is no intake of fresh air, no thanks to the air-conditioning system. Coupled with stress that accompanies all jobs, you have a perfect depiction of the office blues....

20-in-1 Memory Card Reader from Lindy

Notebook users who have a free PCMCIA slot can make use of it by slotting in the 20-in-1 memory card reader from Lindy Electronics. There are no special drivers to install - all you need to do is to insert...

Sumvision Wiki Pro exclusive in UK

Most of the digital audio players that come out of China are pretty much mid-range, but the new Wiki Pro from Sumvision stands above the shoulders of its peers due to the fact that it seems to be directly available...

Apple refreshes iMac line

Apple has refreshed its iMac line to include Intel's Core 2 Duo processors, and has introduced a 24" model in the process. Prices begin from an affordable $999 upwards, and these new iMacs come with a built-in iSight video...

Illuminated water faucet mesmerizes

Talk about a nifty way of checking on the water's temperature while sprucing up your bathroom at the same time. The Hansacanyon illuminated water faucet is no ordinary aesthetic add-on, as it comes with the ability to change the color...

Palm Treo 700wx from Sprint

There is a new Treo in town from Sprint, and the Palm Treo 700wx running on Sprint's very own Power Vision network powers its way through the Internet with a speedy connection that averages between 400 to 700kbps, peaking at...

Solar-powered dehumidifier

Hot and humid are two friends that often go hand in hand, and their marital union often results in sticky bodies a steady stream of sweat. Ask most people and they would tell you that they prefer to get rid...

PNY Technologies updates range

Since cellphones with memory card slots are getting more and more common these days, PNY Technologies decided to increase its line of mobile flash cards with high capacity models. Hence, PNY now has MiniSD and MicroSD cards that come in...

September 5, 2006

Lesance QU209IW-C2D notebook

PC Koubou has yet another ultra portable notebook that delivers blazing fast performance in a small and compact package. The Lesance QU209IW-C2D weighs just 4.4 pounds, and underneath the hood lies an Intel Core 2 Duo T2700 2.0GHz processor that...

Maplin A93GC MP4 player

Maplin clamis that the upcoming A93GC MP4 player will be able to usurp the iPod Nano's dominant position in the market just because it looks much more pleasing to the eye. Do the engineers know that beauty lies in the...

MacGyver MP3 watch

The MacGyver MP3 watch might not be able to shoot lasers like 007's, but it still packs more technology that the average timepiece. This watch from Skullcandy boasts 512MB of storage real estate which can be used to store MP3s,...

O Sakana Mouse POI

The O Sakana Mouse POI from Elecom is guaranteed to elicit curious questions from any passers-by when they lay their eyes on its unique design. Sure, it might not be that ergonomic due to its fish-inspired shape, but its definitely...

iPod Digital Drumsticks

Any one of you who aspire to be drummers can now have a whale of a time with the iPod Digital Drumsticks. These drumsticks do not only work with the iPod, but they can be used with other compatible music...

Casio Exilim Card EX-S770 digicam

Casio has released a brand new Exilim Card EX-S770 digital camera in Europe, cramming in advanced functions into a svelte and small body. This 7.2 megapixel camera is equipped with a generously large 2.8" widescreen LCD that takes up most...

Teclast TL-T29 flash-based PMP

The TL-T29 from Teclast looks like it will actually break out from the mold of mediocrity that is associated with other digital audio player offerings from Teclast. The TL-T29 does not only play music, but it is capable of handling...

Pantech releases IM-U140 DMB phone

The new IM-U140 DMB cellphone from Pantech is packed to the brim with the latest technologies. Watching your favorite serials on the 2.6" widescreen QVGA LCD display at a 30-degree angle is extremely easy on your eyes, while the pair...

Toshiba unveils super slim TS608

Slim phones are all the rage these days, and Toshiba decided to jump on the bandwagon by offering the TS608 which measures just 9.9mm thin and weighing a mere 81g. The TS608 does not come with cutting-edge features that dot...

Netgear SSL312 SSL VPN Concentrator

Netgear's new SSL312 offers a clientless, secure remote access to network resources in a reliable SSL VPN package. The SSL312 is capable of handling up to 25 concurrent remote users via a standard Web browser, utilizing SSL technology to...

New W710i Walkman from Sony Ericsson

Sony Ericsson has a brand new addition to its hugely successful Walkman line of cellphones, where the W710i was introduced to the general public at the IFA 2006 event in Germany. This quad-band 850/900/1800/1900 cellphone sports a clamshell design that...

JukeMaster weds old and new

Diners with jukeboxes at every table is something of a cultural phenomenon not found anywhere else in the world, and most of us have grown up with fond memories of them. You can now relive memories of picking your own...

Toshiba TS808 balances work and play

The TS808 from Toshiba was developed exclusively for Vodafone and will be released with Swisscom Mobile in the following weeks. The TS808 aims to provide a balance between work and play judging by its specifications. It comes with dedicated external...

Korean Air restricts Dell, Apple notebooks

Korean Air has announced that the airline carrier will not entertain the use of Dell and Apple notebooks while the plane is still in air as the risk of battery explosion could result in a disaster. Owners of the disparaged...

Toshiba unveils TS705

The Toshiba TS705 was paraded at the recent IFA 2006 event in Germany and looks set for a Q4 2006 release. The TS705 is an able mobile office tool, featuring push e-mail and modem functions for you to access your...

High-pressure capsules speed up healing

Japan is a place where society on the whole lives in a high pressure environment, creating the need for an oasis of rest where the day's troubles are left behind. These high-pressure tents are used to rejuvenate tired bodies, although...

PNA Transonic 7000T to be released

The IFA 2006 event in Germany played host to the Transonic 7000T navigation system from Navigon. The PNA Transonic 7000T boasts a large 4.3" touchscreen display with a screen aspect of 16:9, the highly touted SiRFStar III GPS chipset, an...

Monet LCD Photo Frame

The next time you walk by a photo frame that turns on automatically, don't jump out of your skin and call the Ghostbusters. It is most probably the Monet LCD Photo Frame that boasts a built-in motion sensor that turns...

Litebook chases away the blues

There are certain people who get their moods affected by the weather in a negative manner, and with summer about to take her leave, there will be less and less daylight available for everyone. Most therapists recommend staying in the...

Microboards GX-1 DVD/CD producer

Since the Mac is often associated with superior multimedia functions and features, it is no wonder then that burning large audio and video files onto DVDs would be one of the most frequently repeated activities. What better way to archive...

Info on new Canon EOS 40D leaked

Anyone who is in the market currently for a new Canon EOS ought to hold off making the fateful decision for a little longer. Word on the street is, Canon will be unveiling the EOS 40D when September 26 rolls...

Sony NAS-CZ1 networked Shelf System

The new NAS-CZ1 networked Shelf System from Sony boasts a unique speaker system comprising 360-degree Omni-Directional speakers that ensure everyone around it will be able to hear the music as if the speakers are directed at them. The NAS-CZ1 supports...

Hitachi announces CinemaStar C5K160

Hitachi's latest hard drive from the CinemaStar line, the C5K160, is derived from the Travelstar 5K160 ntoebook hard drive which was the first products from Hitachi to feature perpendicular recording. The C5K160 is a 2.5" hard drive that will be...

New DMB cellphone from LG

The LG LB1700 is yet another feature packed handset that will not see the light of day outside of Korean shores. This cellphone is extremely small and handbag friendly, weighing just 106g. In addition to its impressive DMB viewing capability,...

Battery-powered streetcar in Japan

The Japanese are well known for their energy conservation efforts, and the upcoming battery-powered streetcar that will be developed by Kawazaki Heavy Industry adds further proof to that statement. This new streetcar has been dubbed the SWIMO, and those who...

September 4, 2006

Nokia fashion cellphone range grows

Nokia has expanded its successful L'Amour range of fashion cellphones by introducing another three handsets in the form of the 7390, 7373, and 7360. The 7390 is the most advanced handset of the trio and boasts 3G capabilities, built-in music...

BenQ introduces DC C1000 camera

BenQ will supplant its C800 compact digital camera with the DC C1000. This new 10.1 megapixel camera boasts a 3x optical zoom, a generous 2.4" TFT LCD screen, and a host of user-friendly modes and features which make taking photographs...

Samsung Blush is actually pink X830

The Samsung Blush is nothing more than a refurbished Samsung X830, and it obviously targets the female population with the shade of pink that the Blush comes in. This cellphone retains all the features of the Samsung X830, boasting features...

Punching bag robot keeps you sharp

All the punching bag practice will amount to nought when you go toe-to-toe with the guy who stole your seat (and took a sip from your drink at the same time) at the bar while you went off to answer...

O2 Mars picture leaked

Looks like O2 has the Mars smartphone lined up for a December release in Asia, although the exact date and pricing details are still unknown. The O2 Mars will boast a sliding keyboard that is inspired from HTC's Wizard and...

Calorie Jump does the counting

Skipping rope is one exercise that is guaranteed to leave you breathless even after a short while. Why not let the psychological glow continue when you know how many calories you have burned in the process? The Calorie Jump...

USB Aroma Joule cooks up new smells

If you think you have seen some pretty weird stuff across the Pacific, think again. This USB-powered aroma joule from Japan will concoct a new smell based on the current song that is being played on the radio. It uses...

Ford works on hybrid seatbelt/airbag

Ford Motors is currently working on new safety features that involve a different kind of airbag and a seatbelt layout inspired from race cars. The three-point seatbelt was replaced by a four-point belt which received positive feedback from consumers during...

Yalos Diamond LCD HDTV

If your pockets run extremely deep or you are the heir of an oil magnate, the Yalos Diamond LCD HDTV will most probably be your fancy. Available in different screen sizes that max out at 46", the Yalos Diamond is...

doPi karaoke adapter for iPod

Belt out your favorite songs and torment your neighbors with the new doPi iPod adapter that turns your iPod into a fully-fledged karaoke system. The doPi system allows you to download songs from their very own servers into the MP4...

Inka pen works everywhere

PDAs and smartphones are extremely common devices these days, but more often than not their stylus often go missing when you need them the most. Using your pinky's fingernail to navigate through a tiny PDA screen is not advisable, which...

Nokia Sirocco Edition on sale now

Looks like the Sirocco Edition of the Nokia 8801 luxury cellphone is now available for those who want a Vertu but cannot afford one, and yet do not want to settle for one of the middle-class cellphones that plague...

Philips LX1000 Media Center PC

Philips has a killer Media Center PC that is inspired by the Little Lluon from Korea. The new LX1000 Media Center PC comes with more than decent specifications in order to cater for all your home entertainment needs. An AMD...

Hitachi launches hardy Endurastar drives

Cars are getting crammed with more and more technology with each passing day, with functions such as navigation, multimedia, and communications being taken over by an on-board computer. This leads to the issue of having a decent amount of storage...

Wine for Dummies robot

You can throw the Wine for Dummies book out of the window now with this robot that can identify a wide variety of wines, cheeses, and hors d’oeuvres. This robot is a result of a collaboration between researchers at NEC...

TV Ears make listening easy

The TV Ears is a great device for those whose ears are failing them. It caters for an extremely niche market, and most grandparents can now understand what their grandkids' cartoon characters are actually saying. In most cases, they would...

Toshiba MEV30K portable video player

The V30T Portable Video Player from Toshiba's Gigabeat series look set to be available Stateside as you can pre-order this multimedia device from Amazon and Crutchfield for $399. The Gigabeat V30T will be known as the MEV30K in the U.S.,...

Packard Bell Smart TV S320

Most homes that are ready for the next generation in entertainment often come with a Windows Media Center PC sitting somewhere in the corner. Packard Bell decided to merge both the PC and a TV into the Smart TV S320....

Mossalibra makes dancing fun

Clubbing will take on a totally new face with the Mossalibra game. It uses motion capture technology that maps the player's movements and translates them into an on-screen avatar composed entirely of pixels. Everyone around you will then be able...

HP announces iPAQ rx4000

The upcoming HP iPAQ rx4000 is a multimedia-centric device that does not come with any phone capabilities, although you can still download VoIP software like Skype to make PC-to-PC and fee-based calls. The rx4000 comes with a large 2.8" anti-glare...

September 1, 2006

Danger, Will Robinson, danger!

MacMice has taken the fight to Apple by releasing the Danger Mouse, hoping to cannibalize the Mighty Mouse's sales. The Danger Mouse does not only look good and complements your Mac, it performs much better than the Mighty Mouse itself....

TDK develops 200GB Blu-ray disc

TDK trumpeted that they have successfullly developed Blu-ray media that comes in capacities of 200GB, even though there is no available player in the market which can use it at the moment. This is double the storage amount of TDK's...

Audio & Illuminated Comforter for kids

Most of the gadgets featured on Ubergizmo are meant for working adults, but here's one for the kids. This Children's Audio and Illuminated Comforter from Hammacher is perfect for kids who are afraid of the dark. This comforter is equipped...

Merriam-Websters Speaking Dictionary

Get your grammar in line with the new Merriam-Websters Speaking Dictionary and no longer be the laughing stock amongst your clique when you say "me and my friend". This knowledge-laden device is equipped with a dictionary, a thesaurus, a grammar...

Entertaible concept touches on gameplay

The Nintendo DS is considered to be a rousing success in the gaming world with its touchscreen capabilities, and perhaps a somewhat similar level of success is what Philips aims for with the new Touch Sensitive Gaming Table. This gaming...

One Laptop per Child receives a name

Remember the $100 notebook that is meant for use in the One Laptop per Child Organization project? This extremely affordable notebook has been christened the 2B1 and comes with the ability to create a mesh network out of the box,...

D-Link DVG-G1402S WiFi router

D-Link has released a new 802.11g wireless router for the South African market. The DVG-G1402S targets both home users as well as small office setups. This wireless router is different from its brethren because it comes with built-in VoIP functionality....

Belt Lighter for chain smokers

With heightened security in airports all over the world since the fateful day 5 years ago, the Belt Lighter will definitely not make it past the boarding gate, so make sure you wear a pair of fitting pants. This $26 contraption...

Commodore Gravel In Pocket PMP

Talk about an inauspicious name for a Portable Media Player that gives the impression of being run over and down on a daily basis. The Commodore Gravel In Pocket also looks like its namesake, where you might as well be...

 
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