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June 30, 2007

iPhone: real user feedback

We bumped into an iPhone early adopter named Ron at University Coffee (Palo Alto) and discussed about his experience. Unsurprisingly, he thought that the display was just beautiful. He was watching a video in landscape mode, and we could...

June 29, 2007

Bomb coin box from Tomy

Ok so this is not exactly a box per se, but it is still a coin box that comes in a round (bomb) form factor. The wick is not real but contains an LED instead. It gets lighted whenever...

Push-pin lamp adds a dash of humor

Now here's a desk lamp that will definitely bring a smile to your face whenever you look at it. It comes in the shape of a push-pin, save that it has been enlarged many times over. Turning this unique...

This Porsche does not rev

A Porsche that does not rev? Now that's something new. The Eton Porsche Design radio was forged from metal with precision knurled knobs and handles, making it one sturdy unit thanks to its cast aluminum housing and crank handle that...

NeatReceipts gobbles business cards

Scanning business cards into the computer is essential for any executive these days, as it makes keep track of the contact list much easier. Unfortunately, not everyone has the discipline to do it promptly, which is why the NeatReceipts...

DSi455T2 from Boston Acoustics

The Boston Acoustics DSi455T2 takes the opposite route of the adage "kids should be seen and not heard" as it hides inside the ceiling, making them practically invisible to the untrained eye while pumping out great audio. It comes with...

EME portable media player concept

The portable media player is one device that most people cannot live without these days, and Shao Wei Huang has developed the EME portable media player concept that is bound to amaze should it ever make it to the manufacturing...

Hex Bug from Bandai

Bandai is not only famous for its line of Gundam robots, but also manufactures other toys as well. The Hex Bug series is one of its latest creations, and consists of a set of miniature insect robots that are smart...

Book-sized earthquake detector

Since Japan is such a hot zone for earthquakes, it is a no brainer that a Japanese company has developed a home-based earthquake detector that shares the equivalent dimensions of a paperback novel. It will connect to an early warning...

The Dock from Scandyna

Very rarely has so little said so much. The Dock, as it is aptly named, is an audio docking station for iPods. It comes in a round shape with speaker cable ports, a line-out port, and a power input in...

Reigncom GPS with unique displays

Most GPS navigation systems these days seem to come with DMB as a standard feature, and this is no different from this GPS navigation system from Reigncom. Boasting a 7" TFT LCD display, you get a circular 1.15" mini...

Asus U3000 Hybrid TV tuner

Asus has unveiled its U3000 Hybrid TV tuner known as My Cinema. This is a truly comprehensive multimedia entertainment device, packing in the ability to watch and record DVB-T or analog TV programs, an integrated FM tuner, scheduled recording, EPG...

B-Speech Alpha Bluetooth Handsfree Kit

The B-Speech Alpha Bluetooth Handsfree Kit is extremely impressive at first glance, boasting a full drop-down alphanumeric LCD display complete with enough memory to store up to 300 numbers, a pair of speakers, and the option to tack on GPS...


Park N Place Garage Parking Aid

Parking your vehicle is a tricky process, and there are still some people who fail to position their vehicles in the designated parking spot without nicking the car in front or behind of them. The Park N Place Garage...

Sony DVP-FX850 portable DVD player

Sony has unveiled a brand new portable DVD player in UK that goes by the model number DVP-FX850. This takes a clamshell form factor like many others of its kind, but with an added caveat - the 8" TFT high...

Quirky use of solar power

The Solar House Number Display & Mailbox is one unique device that adds to the aesthetics of your home without costing an additional cent. During the day, this Mailbox stores up all the solar energy it can get, and when...

iStation N7tu from Digital Cube

I know it is summer now, but are models dressed in bikinis actually required to help push a product? The iStation N7tu from Digital Cube of Korea brings 7" of viewing goodness in 800 x 480 resolution, featuring both...

CUTLASS vehicles disposes of bombs

Disposing off bombs is pretty risky business, which is why it is always better to have robots do it than a human. The CUTLASS unmanned bomb disposal vehicle fits the bill perfectly, enabling the user to work on military and...

Z-motion controller mimics Wiimote

While you can't exactly play the Wii with this wireless Z-motion controller, it does pretty much the same thing albeit on a computer platform. The Z-motion works as a 3D mouse, virtual keyboard, laser pointer, spotlight, and highligther. I...

Nurian X10 with dual displays

One can safely presume that Koreans and Japanese have an extremely broad vocabulary since they carry portable electronic dictionaries all the time. The Nurian X10 is the latest of such devices to hit the streets, featuring a dual screen display...

Altec Lansing powers your home theater

Altec Lansing has taken the next step by enlarging its portfolio to include home theater systems. The Powered Theater line will ship this August, offering booming sound in a small and svelte form factor. There will be a couple...

Etri unveils emo pet robot

Etri of Korea unveiled its Kobie emotional robot pet at the recently concluded SEK 2007. It looks more like a koala than anything else, and I suppose it comes with all the necessary sensors in the right places to...

Ferrari comes up with binoculars

I suppose any company will always look out for opportunities to milk the faithful for more money, and Ferrari has certainly done so by teaming up with Willian Optics to design the Ferrari Visio 8x25 binoculars. It is made from...

My Library Video Edition from WD

Western Digital knows that you are just too busy that even your current DVR can't handle the number of backlog programmes which you have missed. They have released a solution in the form of the My Library Video Edition that...

Fujifilm FinePix Big Job HD-3W

Fujifilm has just launched the Big Job HD-3W digital camera that scoffs in the face of hazardrous environments, boasting a rubber grip for a more secure hold in addition to large buttons that doesn't leave you fumbling. Not only...

Maxian M850 is super slim

Cellphones aren't the only devices that are taking the slim route, with the Maxian M850 portable media player adopting the same stance. Measuring a mere 17mm slim, the M850 comes with a 4.3" WQVGA LCD touchscreen display complete with...

June 28, 2007

Playboy sexes up iPhone

Not too sure what Steve Jobs has to say about this, but Playboy has already made available its iPlayboy downloadable interface (and it's free to boot!) on the Playboy website for the iPhone which will hit the streets tomorrow. What...

Peltier can cooler/heater

For those who want to keep their can drink cold even after being out of the fridge for a few hours have two options - an endless supply of ice cubes, or the Peltier thermoelectric device. While I still...

DH1 Disaster House not needed...yet

All the warring madness that we see around us will probably culminate in a nuclear fallout, and this is where the DH1 Disaster House comes in handy. While your neighbors laugh at you for owning one, remember what happened to...

OLED Leather Wristwatch carries data

Watches are just timepieces, aren't they? Apparently not, as evident by this OLED Leather Wristwatch. Not only does this watch tell the time down to the exact second, it also boasts 2GB of storage space for you to carry all...

Nomadic Lamp moves around comfortably

Whenever we purchase a lamp, we ought to choose carefully since there are many considerations to think about such as where you want to place the lamp. The Nomadic Lamp leaves that to your imagination, since it comes in...

Sega Toys to unleash Mio

Now isn't the Mio just an absolute darling to look at? He is yet another dog robot (the popularity of a dog robot still confounds me - how come cat robots don't reach the same stratospheric heights as it's...

Taser-equipped robots coming your way

Enforcing the law can be a pretty hazardrous occupation at times, considering how lives are put on the line in front of an unruly mob. Taser (the stun gun company) is currently working with iRobot to come up with a...

IntelliTouch Eos wireless speakers

IntelliTouch will be making a splash in the speaker system market by unveiling the Eos wireless satellite speaker system. Targeting iPods, the Eos links up to a quartet of remote speakers while delivering interference-free CD quality sound at 48Khz...

Xiao Turn USB key increases capacity

The Xiao Turn USB flash drive has just been given a boost in storage capacity, and the previous top dog of 2GB has been dethroned, replaced by a 4GB capacity instead. Measuring 19mm x 58.6mm x 13.mmm, this is...

iRiver T60 struts its stuff

iRiver has certainly not let down consumers lately in terms of design, and the T60 is yet another example. Featuring a design that reminds me of a Tobleron candy bar, the T60 boasts a mini-joystick knob for music controls...

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Logitech Quickcam Pro 9000

It’s been a while since I’ve seen a webcam that’s exciting, but the Quickcam Pro 9000 makes me want to revisit that category of devices. Obviously image quality is key for a imaging device so Logitech went to Carl...

Logitech Quickcam Pro for Notebooks

The Quickcam Pro for notebooks contains an optic and a hardware equivalent to its sibling: the Quickcam Pro 9000. Its mounting system is different because users can clip it on the top of their laptop’s display, although I wonder...

Hyundai IDE HDD Enclosure from Brando

Hyundai has just unveiled its IDE HDD Enclosure that boasts fingerprint recognition, giving you a mobile storage solution that is secure for peace of mind. Connected via USB 2.0, you get speedy data transfer speeds in a convenient manner....

Sony VAIO WA1 wireless boombox

The Sony VAIO WA1 wireless boombox looks like a winner judging from its specifications, featuring compatibility with SonicStage, iTunes, Windows Media Player, as well as Internet radio stations. The WA1 works great if your home has a wireless network...

Sony Walkman players get new color

Sony has decided to buy white and pink paints by the bucketload, making available its NW-A808 Walkman player in both colors. Previously, the NW-A808 only featured black and violet colors. This skin change will be available in Japan this July...

Coffee Table Fish Tank wows

If you want to amaze visitors and guests to your pad, the Coffee Table Fish Tank is guaranteed to do the job. Made from toughened glass, the entire coffee table comes with a filter and lighting system. Cleaning it is...

Elie Bleu Deluxe Che Cigar Humidor

If you're a high roller and player, then cigarettes are definitely not up to your standard. No sir, you'd settle for nothing less than the finest Cuban cigars. Keeping your cigar fresh is essential though, which is why there...

AMD/Microsoft Tag Team for cheap PCs

AMD and Microsoft have joined forces to bring more affordable computers to countries in the developing world, and this time the computer known as the IQ will retail for approximately $513 in India. These computers might be cheap, but they...

Solopipe lights itself

The Solopipe is a pretty neat idea, featuring a self-lighting pipe that requires you to place your weed in its bowl and slide the lid over it. Open the lid and pull the lighter's trigger, and you have and...

iNavi G1 in-car entertainment system

Looks like Westerners are on the losing end again, with the iNavi G1 coming with everything but the kitchen sink. Not only does it look easy on the eye, the iNavi G1 comes with GPS navigation capability, rendering maps...

Plantronics unveil iPhone headsets

The iPhone might not be out yet (just...one...more...day), but it is never too early to come out with accessories for it just like how Plantronics has done. The three headsets are known as the Upgrader UHS 302, 206, and...

Cellphone concept oozes with style

If you think the iPhone is good looking, take a look at the result of Jacob Palmborg's imagination. His concept cellphone beats the iPhone hands down (for me anyway), featuring a slightly-bent look complete with a full surface OLED...

June 27, 2007

Elysium Bluetooth keyboard coming

Sigma Japan has recently announced the Bluetooth Elysium keyboard that oozes with style. The metallic finish lends a sophisticated look to anyone who lay their eyes upon it. Sure, the Elysium comes with 106 keys but it also boasts...

Fanny Fart Bank for laughs

Looks like we've had a whole ton of serious gadget news so far, so why not take a step back and laugh with the Fanny Fart Bank? This money saving device exposes his rear end - the very place where...

Pentax powers up with K100D Super camera

Pentax has certainly outdone itself with the K100D Super digital SLR camera. If the name sounds familiar, you would realize that the K100D Super is a follow up to last year's K100D model, and this time it boasts Pentax's own...

Belkin Washable Mouse makes a splash

Just like us humans, Belkin's Washable Mouse is capable of taking the plunge under a shower whenever it gets soiled from your pizza-stained fingers. Other than its amphibious quality, the Belkin Washable Mouse is your everyday workhorse peripheral, featuring...

New Samsung mobile TV chip

Samsung has just unveiled its new high performance, multi-standard mobile TV chip that enables cellphone manufacturers to include TV reception on their handsets while disregarding the different countries and standards in play. Looks like this will help mobile TV take...

Knockman Toy for your cubicle

Getting cooped up in the office all day long can get pretty boring, which is why the Knockman Toy is guaranteed to bring a welcome relief to you (and irritation to your cubicle mates). The Knockman Toy looks as though...

TravelCAM records your life

You know how self-help gurus often ask us to reflect on our day before we go to bed? The TravelCAM works great in this aspect (when worn around your neck), boasting a 1.3 megapixel CMOS camera with support for...

Snow Glow Lamp thrives on fat

The Snow Glow Lamp would probably turn most people off when they find out that it is filled and powered with fat. Whenever the light is turned on, the fat inside will melt slowly, which in turn provides more...

Atari Flashback Portable

With great games available on both the Nintendo DS and PSP, who would want to give the Atari Flashback Portable a shot? Only the most hardcore video game fanatics will, and it ain't half bad in terms of design...

Cooking Mama Kit for Wii

The Cooking Mama Kit is yet another attempt to wrestle a few dollars from your pocket, and is nothing but a variant of the Wii Sports Pack. Of course, there are different utensils attached to a single case since...

Happy Aqua Lumi loves light

Hopeless romantics know how a bathtub filled with candles can turn the situation in their favor quickly, and the Happy Aqua Lumi is an updated version of that idea featuring water-resistant, battery operated illuminating LEDs. A trio of AA...

GoTV aims to be the HBO of mobile TV

So GoTV Networks believes the cell phone will be the next mega TV marker. The mobile TV provider creates and distributes video content on-demand television programming customised for the cell phone experience, across carriers like AT&T, Sprint Nextel, BoostMobile...

Super Frontech Vision EP boards

Fujitsu Frontech have successfully developed its Super Frontech Vision EP series of indoor display boards, adopting a fair number of color electronic papers while using as little power as possible. The Super Frontech Vision EP series measure a mere...

Flash Drive Wristband makes a statement

A fashion statement, that is. Ever since USB flash drives have become smaller and smaller, they have also become much easier to misplace. The same goes for microSD cards, but I'm digressing. The Flash Drive Wristband prevents that from...

Super fast camera captures 1,000 fps

When one mentions speed, what's the first word that comes into your mind? Ferrari, cheetah, The Flash? Time to admit one more proper noun into the alumni with the Phantom Miro 3. This digital camera is not meant to be...

JVC TH-L1 targets gamers, iPod owners

JVC's new surround sound system is a little bit more down to earth, catering to a class who aren't as picky as audiophiles. The TH-L1 surround system was specially developed to please the gaming and iPod crowd, with a...

Soundgraph touchscreen LCD panels

Soundgraph recently paraded its touchscreen LCD panel that measures 7" across diagonally. Meant for use with Home Theater PC (HTPC) and Media Center PC setups, it makes navigation a breeze, giving you a brief idea of just what the iPhone...

Samsung unveils behemoth LCD monitor

Samsung has recently wowed the world with its range of new LCD monitors, with the 57" monster taking center stage. That's a whole lot of desktop space to work with, regardless of what high-powered graphical position you currently hold. According...

SanDisk ups ante with 8GB microSDHC

SanDisk has begun to send out samples of its 6GB and 6GB microSDHC cards to cellphone manufacturers and mobile network operators for testing and evaluation purposes, hoping to be able to release both capacity microSDHC cards in due time to...

Mobile Protector not so protective

It is high noon, and you have a showdown with your boss. What better way to whip out your cellphone than from the Mobile Protector? This metal cage is hooked to your belt loop, cradling your precious cellphone inside...

Colossus Turret C-300 hard drive case

Now this is one of the more impressive hard drive cases that I've come across so far - the Colossus Turret C-300. The Turret C-300 can hold up to a quartet of 3.5" SATA hard drives, enabling users to...

Bright White Buff Humpty light

We all know how Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall and broke into a million irrecoverable pieces, but this Bright White Buff Humpty light escapes the fate of its famous predecessor by being seated securely. While it's base gives...

SIM is not at the end of the road yet

SIM technology might have looked doomed for some time now, but it has just received a breath of fresh air with what could possibly be the next killer application - a complete GPS navigation system embedded within a SIM card....

Apple iPhone to get Nintendo games?

I find it amazing that Apple's products seem to generate the most hype these past few years, and the iPhone is no exception. On paper, the specifications aren't anything to shout about, but it is the experience of an...

Nokia unveils 6086 handset

Nokia has just launched the 6086 clamshell cellphone as part of the nationwide T-Mobile HotSpot @Home service. Since the Nokia 6086 boasts WiFi capability, it will be able to hook up to a home WiFi connection or thousands of T-Mobile...

Mobile TV beyond the cell phone: let's start sharing says Texas Instruments (video)

At the Churchill Club event last week on the future of the Mobile TV market, Yoram Solomon (picture) demoed a cell phone that was playing a movie through a projector. However, Texas Instruments' marketing director of Mobile Connectivity Solutions...

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HP's 2007 commercial notebook line is too complex (video)

Last week, friendly HP product manager Brian Allen explained the new naming for HP's 2007 line of commercial notebooks. The good news is that the Palo Alto company reduced its number of platforms from 9 to 3 this year:...

Roberts MP23 DAB system

Check out the Roberts MP23 DAB radio that comes in a piano black finish - something to be truly envious about. Not only does the MP23 look sweet, it features free DAB radio support that works way better than...

Parking meter calls for more coins

Parking meters can be a real pain, especially when you're in the 43rd floor of an office building with only one more minute to fill up your car's parking meter with more coins before being slapped with a fine....

Taser launches wireless device

Taser is often associated with pain, as it is the perfect device to keep weirdos at bay. Taser has recently demonstrated a variation of its stun gun known as the Extended Range Electronic Projectile (XREP), which is launched from a...

Robot crawls through veins

Israeli scientists have successfully developed a medical robot that measures a mere 1mm in diameter, crawling through our veins and arteries - an ability that could come in handy, especially in the fight aainst cancer. There is no word on...

2TB hard drive from Century?

Nah, not a hard drive but a platform that can hold up to 2TB of data. Century has developed what looks like your regular 2.5" hard drive, but instead of platters and drive heads inside, what you get are...

Tire Clock Spy Camera

I guess you really never know who's watching these days, not when there are gizmos like the Tire Clock Spy Camera being so readily available. Hidden inside the bowels of this ordinary (but tacky) looking timepiece is a digital...

Nike Floor Hockey Cleaning concept

House chores are shun by most kids (and adults, especially the men), but what happens when you make them fun? This is what the Nike Floor Hockey Cleaning concept offers, boasting two parts that will get your little brat...

WhisperRoom is dead silent

Ever wished you could just ask your neighbors to stuff it up, considering how you have a long day of work ahead of you while they revel late into the wee hours of the morning? The WhisperRoom does the job...

AIRcable Host XR long-range transmitter

While Bluetooth enthusiasts are proud of their 10 meter range, they would be utterly pleased to know that the AIRcable Host XR device from Wireless Cables can achieve a range of up to 30km when installed professionally, thanks to an...

Zacod keypad to improve on QWERTY

It is safe to say that hardcore typists swear by the QWERTY keyboard on a cellphone, but the Zacod variation throws a spanner into the works by claiming that it is much better. Zacod's ZK-M100 concept keyboard consists of...

Sensosphere makes you comfortable

Ever sat on a long haul flight? The experience for most of us (who have no money to upgrade our seats to First or Business Class) would include cramped environments and an overall feeling of claustrophobia. Rinspeed from Switzerland...

Trekker provides blind with GPS

Trekker is a GPS system for the blind and visually impaired that uses GPS and digital maps to help blind persons find their way in urban and rural areas. GPS navigation systems are great tools for everyday folk, but...

Wear Your Seat is embarassing

Want to look like a retard? Putting on the Wear Your Seat cushion wherever you go does just the trick, making you look like a reject from the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie studio. While the idea is a noble...

Shure MPA-3c Music Phone Adapter

Shure has released its Music Phone Adapter that actually turns a pair of earphones into a stereo headset, enabling iPhone owners to alternate between listening and communicating. Features include a low-profile VoicePort microphone, a control for receiving and ending calls,...

Saitek unveils flight sim controllers

For flight simulator buffs, Saitek has a couple of new controllers that will definitely add a new level of immersion. The Saitek Pro Flight Rudder Pedals and X52 PRo have been bundled together and is now known as the Pro...

USB Darts take away cheating element

Ever played a game of darts with your best mate after a few pints only to end up in a brawl due to a disagreement of scores? The USB Darts provide the same fun while dispelling all opportunities to...

New Medion models hit Europe

Medion has just launched a bunch of new GPS navigation systems in Europe, and they are the GoPal E3115, E3215, E3315, and E3415. All of them come with a display that measures 3.5" as well as different accessories such as...

Barcode Black watch a winner

The Barcode Black watch from Tokyo Flash is certainly a winner in the looks department, featuring LEDs that tell the time in a futuristic manner. The first two columns depict the current hour, where each light in column 1 equals...

New IBM Blue Gene/P is uber fast

So you think that your tricked out gaming desktop is fast? IBM has a spanking new second generation Blue Gene/P supercomputer that boasts triple the performance of its predecessor, while being the most energy-efficient and space-saving computer ever built to...

Floater harmonizes working environment

While some of us find working on a notebook no different from the desktop, there are others who prefer to hook up their notebooks to larger displays for a more authentic desktop experience. For those who fall into the...

Newspaper vending box goes digital

Is there life for an old newspaper vending box? Apparently, the answer is in the affirmative. Scott has used the shell of a decrepit newspaper vending box as well as a few spare parts lying around to create a Digital...

Bionic arm coming in 2009

DARPA, the scientist arm of the Defense Department, is currently collaborating with various research institutions on creating a bionic arm that will look, feel, and act like the real thing within two years' time. The latest edition of that...

June 26, 2007

Logitech shows notebook "essentials" accessories (video)

Today, at Logitech's "sneak peek" preview event in San Francisco, the Swiss company showed its latest line of notebook accessories announced last week in Europe, including 2 notebook stands, the Alto Connect ($80) and Alto Express ($30) as well as...

Alexandria loudspeaker burden to wallet

With the movie release of Transformers just a couple of days away, everyone is all hyped up about robots that decided to use the earth as a battleground. While the Wilson Audio Alexandria Loudspeakers won't be changing shapes anytime soon,...

Shower Timer gets things organized

Don't you just hate it when you're the only male in the house, and everyone else takes their own sweet time when showering? The Shower Timer will definitely help put things into perspective as it is programmable between 1 to...

Dyson Airblade hand dryer

Drying one's hands in a public restroom with air dryers can be quite a chore, since they aren't exactly the most efficient method especially when compared to wiping your hands on your pants. The Dyson Airblade has just made its...

Iomega eGo portable hard drive

Iomega has an eGo, and suffice to say it isn't too big. Now, I'm not talking about feelings but rather that of the hard drive variety. The eGo Portable Hard Drive targets laptop owners, bringing up to 160GB of...

Carl Mertens Wine Thermometer

The Carl Mertens Wine Thermometer is one nifty device to have in your wine cellar, as it shows the exact temperature of a bottle without any batteries. All you need to do is clip it around a wine bottle...

USB-powered motorbike engine

For motorbike enthusiasts, there is nothing more soothing than the sound of their favorite motorbike engine purring away. Solid Alliance has seen to this need by coming up with the USB-powered USB engine hub that produces bona fide motorbike...

M-Flyer Pilot USB flash drive

Memorex's M-Flyer Pilot USB flash drive has been given a refresh both externally and internally, boasting metallic blue or red colors while supporting Vista's ReadyBoost feature. In addition, data stored on it is given a certain degree of protection,...

SavitMicro cineDISK media player

SavitMicro's cineDISK is one feature packed media player, providing you with virtually every connection you need. In addition to the 3.5" SATA hard drive inside, the cineDISK media player boasts Ethernet and USB 2.0 connectivity, DVI-I, DVI-D (with 1080p...

Robot Locator system being tested

The Robot Locator system in Japan is currently undergoing tests, using IC tags, GPS, and drinks vending machines to help make the streets safer for everyone. Security staff on patrol will wait and stay alert for notifications set off by...

Oppo UP-9 MP3 player

Oppo of Korea has recently launched its UP-9 MP3 player that comes in the shape of a pendant, making this yet another piece of wearable consumer electronics. Features are pretty rudimentary, ranging from an integrated AM/FM radio, voice recording...

Wisdom DCAB-1 for great sounds

If you've just bought yourself a high-end home stereo system and are feeling pleased about it - hold your horses. The inexperience of calibrating it properly will make the Monkees sound just like their animal counterparts instead of being...

Cuby iPod Shuffle dock

Owners of the 2G iPod Shuffle who are looking for a dock can always check out the Cuby from Princeton. Running on a trio of AA batteries, the dock comes with 28mm neodymium speakers on both sides, delivering a...

Scroll cellphone goes back in time

The Scroll cellphone concept from Yun Liang is pretty interesting, taking inspiration from traditional Chinese paintings that must be unfurled before viewing. Whenever you need to access data within the phone, you will need to roll out the scroll,...

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Glass stand for TV looks magical

While at first glance you might think your plasma and LCD TV is floating in mid-air, a closer look will reveal the Schroers AT&T Schroers glass stand that comes across as transparent in certain cases. Capable of handling plasma or...

Donut-shaped humidifier

Humidifiers are pretty boring things to look at, or are they? The ±0 (a design house from Japan) humidifier comes in the shape of a donut, giving you a truly unique piece of home accessory. Measuring a compact 12" in...

USB Lighted Mirror from Brando

Brando has yet another gadget up their sleeves for us, and it is something both Shrek and Fiona could use - the USB Lighted Mirror. A ring of light around the mirror lets you touch up even when you're...

Twister a 360 degree 3D display

Ever wondered how a 360 degree 3D display looks like? Wonder no more, as researchers from the University of Tokyo have successfully developed a 360 degree 3D video environment that does away with the need to wear those pesky...

Ikan keeps track of your shopping list

Grocery shopping is definitely a chore for busy people, but it is an essential one unless you don't mind eating out every single day. Ikan aims to ease your burden by keeping track of groceries that you need on the...

Sony C3 lifestyle mice

Sony products have always looked good, and the C3 optical mouse range is no different. They don't look to ergonomic though, coming in a slightly rectangular shape. You can pick the C3 from black, white, green & white, and...

HP Photosmart R937 digital camera

HP has just rolled out the spanking new Photosmart R937 digital camera, boasting a generous 3.6" touchscreen display while capturing images in 8 megapixel resolution. The R937 truly takes a step up from regular digital cameras, enabling users to...

LED Bonsai Tree a joy to look at

I just love optical illusions, and the LED Bonsai Tree is one device that lives up to my expectations. It utilizes custom circuits and a whole bunch of LED lights which spin in order to give you the optical...

The Ultimate Paintball Gun

Welcome to a world of hurt with the Ultimate Paintball Gun, or should I say, Painball Gun. This custom-made weapon of mass destruction looks extremely mean, featuring two barrels on each hand, with a joystick that triggers each side. Unfortunately,...

Zune takes Zodiac sign road

Microsoft will name its upcoming 80GB hard drive based Zune the Scorpio, and rumor has it that the Scorpio will be hot off production lines by the end of next month with no clear launch date in sight yet....

Sprint rolls out LG MUZIQ

LG and Sprint have joined forces to unleash the MUZIQ handset that comes with enough built-in memory to store up to 4,000 songs, and an FM transmitter that lets you listen to your favorite tunes on a far superior audio...

Logitech: "sneak peak" of Fall line up in San Francisco this week

This week at the Clift hotel in San Francisco, Logitech is presenting its Fall line up (under NDA) of keyboards, mouses, web cameras, universal remote control and audio products (speakers, iPod docking station, home system), Internet phone headsets and their...

June 25, 2007

HP Pet-Eye Fix technology

You know red-eye reduction and the problem it poses when taking photos, often ruining a perfectly good shot. Those who are animal lovers also notice that their dogs and gets experience red-eyes as well, which is why HP has...

MicrOFix personal locater beacon

Getting lost is one of my greatest fears, which is why I would jump at the first chance I can get my hands on the MicrOFix personal locater beacon. The MicrOFix is already a popular fixture among hunters, pilots, hikers,...

Spinning LED clock tells time

Image persistence is a very interesting phenomenon that makes this Spinning LED clock all the more endearing. A rapidly spinning blade that contains an array of flashing LEDs tell the time in a visually striking manner that is guaranteed...

Toshiba Camileo Pro for digital video

Toshiba has dipped its fingers into the digital video camera market with the Camileo Pro. This is a barebones and entry-level digital video camera, featuring a 7 megapixel point-and-shoot sensor, a 2.5" LCD display, 3x optical zoom, and 64MB of...

Rocobo the cheap companion

Desktop toys are dime a dozen, but how many of them actually leave an endearing mark in your life? The Rocobo is one of those, coming in a cute little cube form factor complete with flaps that look like...

Control-a-Kid remote a hoot

Now this is a truly hilarious gadget, but I'm sure it'd be a national bestseller overnight if it works as advertised. The Control-a-Kid remote comes with a whole slew of buttons, ranging from Stop Smoking, Sulking, Tattoos, Piercings, Screaming,...

Boeing A160T Hummingbird

Boeing has successfully developed the A160T Hummingbird unmanned helicopter, bringing turbine-engines to the fore. The A160T Hummingbird certainly boasts several performance advantages over standard manned craft, where it has a flying range of 2,5000 miles and the capability to...

iHome iH85 Cycler speaker

So you love cycling outdoors while listening to your favorite tunes, but wearing earphones when on the road isn't exactly the smartest thing to do. The iHome iH85 Cycler speaker fits the bill perfectly, mounting to your bike handlebars...

Pop goes the PuchiPuchi

Popping bubble wrap is but a small pleasure in life, which is why many of us grown ups still find ourselves strangely attracted to them. Bandai has now digitized our obession in the form of the PuchiPuchi infinite bubble...

iPod Shuffle clone going cheap

At first glance, you might think that the MP3 player on the right is a bona fide second generation iPod Shuffle, but one look at its $14 sticker price gives the game away. In addition, the Play/Pause button has been...

Cable Cat does mission impossible

While the computer mouse is a necessary peripheral for everyday use, those who are still using wired models often find themselves in a tangled mess. The Cable Cat helps sort out nasty knots by preventing your cord from snagging...

New Dell Inspirons look perky

Most Dell notebooks look pretty bland to date, coming in the standard grey, white, or black colors. Word on the street has it that the new Santa Rosa-equipped range of Inspirons will take a more colorful route this time, coming...

IOGEAR Personal Security Mouse

For those paranoid androids who are afraid of people checking out their data whenever they take a toilet break at the office, the IOGEAR Personal Security Mouse with Nano Technology ought to alleviate those fears. A fingerprint scanner located on...

mDrive goes skinny dipping

Ever done your laundry only to find out later that your USB flash drive has been washed clean of its data as well? The mDrive USB flash drive doesn't mind such accidental treatment since it is waterproof. Measuring a...

Fonix VoiceIn for Nintendo Wii

The Nintendo Wii will not only recognize gestures and hand motions, but voice as well with the release of Fonix's VoiceIn Game Edition technology. While there are no titles for the Wii available yet that supports voice-recognition, you can be...

Biostar unveils TF560 A2+ motherboard

Biostar has just released the TF560 A2+ motherboard, making it the first motherboard in the world that hosts Socket AM2 and AM2+ processors while running on the nForce 560 single-chip chipset. You won't get SLI support with this motherboard, so...

AT-AT Walker stroller mod

You must be one Star Wars nut to actually turn your baby's stroller to resemble that of an AT-AT walker. Apparently, plenty of people caught sight of this unusual baby stroller back at the Star Wars Celebration IV in...

Lap Blaster Laptop Sound Booster

Most laptops that you find in the market these days might come with souped up processors and a generous helping of RAM, but they surely are lame ducks in the speaker department. A pair of teeny weeny stereo speakers...

Light bulb outlasts device

British scientists have successfully developed a super-efficient light bulb that burns brightly minus a very essential item - the filament. The removal of its filament ensures that this light bulb will most probably outlast the machine or device that contains...

Sharp dives into Powerline networking

Sharp has extended its support of powerline networking by unveiling a couple of adapters known as the HN-VA10S and HN-VA40S. Both adapters support the HomePlug 1.1 standard, letting users connect to each other at a maximum speed of 85Mbps minus...

Samsung SPH-M8100 does WiBro

WiBro service has already taken off in a big way in Korea, and KT has launched the Samsung SPH-M8100 at the recently concluded SEK 2007. This CDMA handset supports WiBro and EV-DO connectivity for super fast Internet access and...

Nokia E61i and E65 arrives in U.S.

Nokia has finally made available both its E61i and E65 handsets in the US, addressing demand from business and individual market segments. Both handsets will be powered by Symbian OS 9.1 and come with Bluetooth and WiFi connectivity, support for...

Samsung SCH-B710 boasts 3D LCD display

Samsung has recently unveiled the SCH-B710 cellphone at SEK 2007 in Korea, and this isn't any ordinary handset. What makes it stand apart from the rest would be its 3D LCD display, giving you 3D effect without the need...

LG KC1 cellphone adopts WiBro

Lookee here - we have yet another WiBro-compatible handset that was recently released at SEK 2007 in Korea, and this time it is the LG KC1 PDA cellphone that benefits. This candybar handset looks pretty unremarkable, coming in the...

Mini Solar Car loves basking in the sun

When people mention about driving a compact, cars like the Mini and Beetle as well as some Japanese makes cross your mind. Miniaturize those by many times and you end up with the Mini Solar Car. Measuring a mere...

Wiener Dog Accent Lamp

Co-ordinating the furniture within your home can be quite the challenge, but thankfully taste is always subjective and personal, making this Wiener Dog Accent Lamp a hit-or-miss affair. I presume with other equally bizarre items in your living room,...

Icon Mobile Manager looking good

The Icon Mobile Manager is one PDA that will probably be a hit among the senior folks, especially those whose eyesight are starting to fail. While it does pretty much the same thing as basic PDAs do (calendar, address book,...

Hydra Games Console Kit for DIYers

Remember the good old days of gaming? Back when 8-bit graphics ruled the roost, and gameplay was way more important than graphics, giving you hours upon hours of engaging gameplay. You can now relive your 8-bit heydays with the...

LG launches J10HD

Those who are currently hunting for a cool looking home cinema system ought to seriously consider the LG J10HD, especially if they're huge fans of the LG Chocolate designer phone. Sharing the same ultra glossy black finish as the...

Robotic hand has tactile sensors

Shadow Robot Company (sounds as though they manufacture cyborg ninjas and samurais) is well known for creating the 24-degrees of freedom dexterous hand, and they are now credited with adding tactile sensors to the hand as well. Each sensor comes...

747 carries weapon not passengers

While most of us equate the Boeing 747 as a mass people carrier, the military decided to turn it into an Airborne Laser, carrying a "megawatt-class chemical oxygen iodine laser beam" that takes aim at both ground and airborne targets,...

Battery Eater just for kicks

The Battery Eater is one of those rare few gadgets that you won't need but probably want. You know the drill when it comes to exhausted AA batteries - from the digital camera, they're transferred to the TV remote control,...

CompuCarve realizes 3D patterns

While there are machines available that carve out computer designed patterns into steel or wood, you hardly find any that warrant a mention for average Joes. The CompuCarve device carves (pun not intended) a niche for itself by fulfiling that...

SteriPen Adventurer for travelers

Paranoid androids who travel a lot ought to seriously consider packing in the SteriPen Adventurer on their next road trip. This tiny but useful device is actually a UV water purifier, eliminating viruses, bacteria, and cysts to bring you...

FotoVivo different from the rest

Are all digital photo frames alike? While it might seem so at first glance, the FotoVivo from AG Neovo takes a slightly different route, offering a whole lot more character in terms of design when compared to the standard digital...

Fujitsu unveils T8140 Tablet PC

There are plenty of reasons to envy our Japanese friends, so you can add the Fujitsu T8140 Tablet PC to that list. This sleek looking 12.1" tablet computer comes in either 32GB or 64GB SSD configurations and boasts a...

Seagate finally announces 1TB drive pricing, availability

Our sister site UberPulse unveiled that after Hitachi and Samsung, Seagate is finally showing off its 3.5-inch 1 tera-byte drive, the Barracuda 7200.11 drive with a 105MB/s sustained transfer rate – the highest ever. The drive has a low power...

June 24, 2007

Linux PC stored in USB key

The French are truly crazy, cramming in the equivalent of a full Linux computer into something as small as a USB key that measures 1.4" x 3.3". Known as the USB-9260, this USB key is powered by an ARM926EJ-S processor...

Gold DiskOnKey piles on the glamor

This Gold DiskOnKey USB flash drive will probably be one of the most U3 flash drives ever, especially when it comes in a hand-crafted, solid 14k gold exterior and a $2,000 price tag. Capable of carrying up to 4GB...

Blubber Bots to the fore

While everyone is wrapped up with the upcoming release of Transformers, we have Blubber Bots that are a more peaceful alternative. No, they aren't made out of whale fat, but are actually a D.I.Y. robotic species that are smart...

Samsung mass produces 64GB SSD

Samsung has taken the initiative to mass produce 1.8" solid state drives (SSDs) of the 64GB variety, making them the highest density SSD available in today's market for mobile computing applications. The benefits of SSDs are well-documented, ranging from...

Cyberbug Umanned Aerial Vehicle

Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) are essential in modern day air combat, but the Cyberbug UAV will be used for more peaceful purposes, such as checking out unruly behavior in a huge crowd (concerts, sporting events, etc) instead of targets to...

Alienware searches for perfection

Alienware has done it again, bringing those who love gaming on their laptops yet another powerhouse in the form of the m7950. You get a dual graphics card setup with this bad boy (up to 1GB of video memory)...

True Wearable concept has weird name

Portable media players in a watch form factor isn't exactly a new idea, but check out this True Wearable PMP watch (yeah, they surely could have done a much better job with the naming convention) concept. The list of...

V8 Case Mod speeds to the fore

This V8 Case Mod offers something different as it looks like one mean racing machine. Complete with 8 valves or racing goodness, you can truly say that the processor is the engine of a computer without crossing your fingers...

Paint doubles up as solar panels

Fancy a new coat of paint on your house? The answer would definitely be yes, if someone else is doing the painting for you, that is. Researchers are currently working on paint that consists of tiny "quantum dots" that help...

Logicool V320 glosses up V220

No copyright infringes are involved with the Logicool V320, although it looks exactly the same as that of the Logitech V220, but it comes with a glossy surface instead. You get to choose from red, black, and silver colors,...

HD81-LV projector for home entertainment

For those who are done with the daily grind and want to just vegetate at home to endless rounds of movies will definitely do well to consider the Optoma USA HD81-LV DLP projector. Sure, it might cost a hefty...

SunRed designs solar bike

Say goodbye to gas stations if this solar-powered motorbike from SunRed ever makes it to the manufacturing line. It will soon be available as a prototype though, so realizing it probably won't be too far off. SunRed took the...

Pink fever hits Fujitsu

Fujitsu has launched its latest notebook that comes in bright pink - guaranteed to thrill pink lovers worldwide. With up to 9 hours of battery life and weighing a mere 2.63 pounds, this unnamed Fujitsu notebook is certainly suitable...

Remote-controlled Floating Water Cannon

Summer's here, so what better way to have fun than frolic at the pool? Just swimming alone is no fun, not even when you're going against the tide, but shooting at other poolside inhabitants (read: parents and siblings) certainly is....

LG launches S900-UP73K notebook

LG has launched the S900-UP73K notebook at SEK 2007, and what you get with this 19" notebook includes a WXGA+ display, a 1.3 megapixel webcam, and a 256MB DirectX 10 video card. Processing duties are provided by an Intel...

Finger Folder USB flash drive

The folder icon in both Mac and Windows platforms can safely be said to have entrenched themselves into the modern day executive's psyche, which is why something like the Finger Folder USB flash drive from Art Lebedev Studios is...

iRiver P10 coming this year

The folks at iRiver have surely outdone themselves this year with a bunch of portable media players that boast stunning designs. The latest PMP from their stables that will be released later this year would be the P10. Scant...

Picnic set for one

The Picnic for One concept design is pretty much self explanatory - it carries all the bare necessities for those who want a decent dining experience while they're all by themselves in the great outdoors. While that scenario is...

Vibe NVE-100 vibrating earphones

En-tech of Korea unveiled its Vibe NVE-100 vibrating earphones at the recently concluded SEK 2007, giving you an extra boost during your music listening experience. I wonder what are the signals that trigger the vibration motor though, as a...

Cellphone recycling bins in Japan

Everyone knows that Japanese have one of the highest cellphone penetration rates in the world, which is why the mounting problem of older handsets is met with an answer in the form of a Cellphone Recycling Bin. NTT DoCoMo and...

Schwinn launches new electric bikes

Cycling is a great form of non-impact exercise, but tackling high-gradient slopes can be quite the daunting task. Schwinn has launched a trio of human-electric hybrid bikes in the form of the Campus, World GSE, and Continental models, giving...

Pool Treadmill for fitness buffs

Ever wish you could get the same kind of challenge while swimming against the current in a public pool but are unable to do so? The Pool Treadmill is one device that turns any swimming pool into a bona fide...

Huawei U550 does 3G

Huawei's U550 clamshell cellphone was recently paraded at CommunicAsia 2007, and this handset certainly does hold its own against other more established brands in terms of features. In addition to HSDPA connectivity that gives you speedy Internet access on-the-go,...

Seesaw cellphone concept

Karsten Willmann looks to have covered all bases with this concept design of a cellphone, from the high contrast OLED display to the unbelievably thin form factor. In addition, you get a simple numeric keypad that seems pretty functional...

June 22, 2007

USB Interactive Aquarium

Had a tough day at the office? Why not relieve some of that stress with the USB Interactive Aquarium from Brando? Powered by any available USB port, this aquarium comes complete with a couple of fish and hinged tails...

MP3 glasses from Digital Cowboy

Digital Cowboy has just released a pair of glasses that play MP3 tracks, keeping you entertained while you're out frolicking in the sun. MP3 isn't the only format this pair of glasses juggles with though, since it does WMA...

Multi-purpose USB hub

Looks like everyone is trying to make some money of a USB device these days, and since you can never have enough USB ports, what better way than to release a multi-functional USB hub that comes complete with a...

Ding! Dong! USB Doorbell to the fore

Doorbells aren't exactly something most people put plenty of thought into when they go shopping for one, but if you're a tech geek at heart, chances are the USB Doorbell will be the most appealing choice to you. The USB...

USB Panic Button for novelty reasons

Too much work piling up at the office? Is the boss getting on your nerves? If you have answered in the affirmative, what better way to relieve some stress than to go on a holiday far away on a...

ZegnaSport Solar Jacket loves the sun

Solar power has been commended for its green qualities, and has since made enough strides to be used in clothes. Italian designer Zegna has come up with the ZegnaSport Solar Jacket to keep your electronic devices such as an iPod...

iLuv concept docking speaker

iLuv certainly knows how to capture the attention of interested parties - just take a look at this wine glass concept docking speaker. It features curves in all the right places, and the design apparently features the same kind...

Sportscope sees all

Just like how Sauron had the all-seeing eye, the Sportscope acts as such for bosses within offices that are nothing but cubicle farms. This periscope gives you up to 5x magnification, letting you have a panoramic view of what's going...

Do shopping on your store window

Window shopping takes on a whole new meaning with Polo Ralph Lauren's store window being turned into a virtual store, letting you shop with your fingertips. While it retains the regular store window look by showing what's available in...

Samsin SBS-6600 Bluetooth speakers

The Samsin SBS-6600 Bluetooth speakers is perfect for those who want to maintain a wireless lifestyle. Not only that, you get an extremely unique design not found anywhere else, being blobs that are triangular in nature. There is also no...

DLO TuneStik produces magic

Or so that's what it looks like at first glance. The DLO TuneStik is no ordinary FM transmitter, but it also boasts the functionality of a remote control unit. Not only that, you get a dock pass-through, enabling you...

Lock Alarm keeps your notebook safe

For those who travel frequently, it is imperative that you secure your notebook lest you reach your destination with your PowerPoint slide in somebody else's hands. The Lock Alarm is one device that is hooked up to your notebook, where...

Creative TravelSound ZEN Stone speaker

If you're looking for a speaker solution to your Creative Zen Stone, why settle for third party solutions when you have the real deal in the form of the Creative TravelSound ZEN Stone speaker system? Its smooth, polished curved...

June 21, 2007

What a Wii display

Is your dad hogging the TV all the time, giving you no opportunity to play your Wii in the living room? Fear not - there is now an LCD display add-on for the Wii. This 7" LCD display sounds pretty...

HTC roadmap looks exciting

HTC looks set to unveil a slew of surprises for the consumer in the upcoming months, with a range of Windows Mobile Standard and Professional smartphones listed, including a handset that resembles the Shift. As usual, the codenames given to...

iRiver W10 ahead in design

Looks like the folks at iRiver are a pretty inspired bunch, as their designs are inspiring to say the least lately. The iRiver W10 is beneficiary of such genius, being a portable media player that is powered by Windows...

Samsung hybrid drives hit full throttle

The first batch of Samsung's eponymous hybrid drive will be up for grabs within a week's time, but it will be available in extremely limited quantities, letting only a handful of customers the ability to experience it. You can pre-order...

FCC reveal Sanyo SCP-8500

Looks like Sanyo has yet another handset up their sleeves for us, and this time it is the SCP-8500 clamshell, or better known as the Katana DLX. Most probably, the skinny Katana DLX will be available from Sprint. Other features...

Nokia 7900 leaked

Looks like there are leaked images of the Nokia 7900 floating around, and what impresses you the most would be the interesting criss-cross design in front and at the back. Measuring a mere 14mm thick, the 7900 will be...

JetPack now up for grabs

Remember how you watched the Rocketeer or were enthralled with Boba Fett's jetpack? Well, technology has advanced to a point where it is possible to pick one up commercially now. The JetPack has pretty poor mileage though, giving you...

Gundam speakers to the fore

While we're prepping ourselves for the Transformers movie release, you can get some robot action from this Gundam Head Speakers as an interim audio solution. Opening the flaps behind each head will reveal a pair of stereo speakers, ready...

Towel-Matic conserves paper towels

During desperate moments in the toilet, how many of you have tried to tear off a single sheet of paper towel only to find the whole roll unraveling onto the floor? To avoid that horror situation, there is always the...

HRP-3 Promet Mk-II the hero

If you had to nominate a robot for being heroic, I would like to think that there would be no better candidate than the HRP-3 Promet Mk-II. This android was built tough to walk through heavy rains, carry out...

Fashionology Jacket from iLuv

iLuv has taken the opportunity to parade its Fashionology Jacket in Korea to those who attended SEK 2007. The Fashionology Jacket is yet another item of clothing that comes with integrated iPod controls, letting you control your beloved MP3...

LG KU580 does Google

This Chocolatey handset from LG, better known as the LG KU580, is a cellphone that boasts 3G connectivity via UMTS to keep you connected at all times. What makes this handset special from the other 3G phones would be...

Dress lights up for night out

The Japanese are certainly on the forefront of many things, and fashion is one of them although certain styles are rather questionable in nature. This light emitting diode dress is another example, but it won't be available just yet. Apparently,...

MPIO releases FL500

Japanese are pretty big on iPods, but that doesn't deter other portable media player manufacturers from coming out with their own creations in order to break the iPod's stranglehold. MPIO is the latest company to try, releasing the FL500...

HP TouchSmart PC lands in Korea

Koreans are the blessed recipients of the HP TouchSmart PC that runs on Microsoft's latest operating system, Windows Vista. The TouchSmart PC ought to come with fingerprint wipes since it relies mostly on a whole lot of touching during...

High heels experience transformation

Women often have it tough when they're wearing heels while driving. Sheila's Shoes have decided to tackle this problem by creating a fancy stilleto that has enough room to stow the heel within the sole when it is not required,...

Salvation 1 toy helicopter

One toy that has certainly gotten everyone interested the past couple of years has been the remote controlled helicopter, and the Salvation Helicopter will do nothing but spread that fever further, thanks to its well designed looks and relatively affordable...

Tangible 3D display developed

3D displays we have seen and read about, but what about a tangible 3D display? Researchers at NTT have successfully developed a prototype tangible 3D display, where the user wears a special glove that provides tactile impressions in real time...

Samsung Q70 unveiled

Samsung has taken the SEK 2007 event as the platform to launch its Q70 notebook. This diminutively sized piece of portable computing measures a mere 13.3" and weighs 2.03kg, while running on an Intel Santa Rosa platform. There is...

Zikom Z-510 lacks inspiration

The folks who designed the Zikon Z-510 handset must surely be a poorly paid bunch, considering how their design cues followed those of Motorola's handsets closely. What you get with this clamshell cellphone include a paltry 1.3 megapixel camera,...

Disk drive makers are just nuts, complains Seagate CEO

During the last Dec to March fiscal quarter, prices of hard disk drive prices dropped over 10%, sparking an industry-wide panic. "It was the worst price drop we've seen in our history", said Bill Watkins, Seagate CEO. So who...

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Education.com: Web 2.0 for parents

Education.com beta launches today and for once, the Web 2.0 folks are paying attention to the parents. I met CEO Ronald Fortune last week at an “education and technology” presentation hosted by Azure capital. According to him, there is...

iRiver U:MO missing kitchen sink

iRiver has come up with some pretty impressive portable media players in the past, but their latest offering, the U:MO comes with more than meets the eye. In addition to regular PMP functions such as watching videos and listening...

Pink Tatung LCD monitor a HDTV also

If you're living in a cramped apartment and are looking for a 2-in-1 solution, the 17" Tatung LCD monitor fits the bill perfectly. When you're not working, you can always use this LCD monitor as a HD-ready TV at a...

Logitech V220 cordless mouse

Logitech has recently launched the V220 cordless optical mouse for notebooks, bringing notebook users an ergonomically designed mouse complete with soft rubber grips that ensure you have total control of the mouse all the time. As with most modern cordless...

Universal Solar Charger from Brando

Summer is great since you get a great deal of sun in the vicinity, so what better way than to take advantage of all that sunlight by charging your gizmos while saving on the power bill at the end...

Thanko goes metal with MP4 watch

No, I don't mean the genre of music videos played on this MP4 watch but am referring to the material used to construct the new MP4 watch from Thanko. Let's face the facts - cheap plastic often don't make the...

Zen Stone Plus a chip off the old block

Strange to see Creative release the Zen Stone Plus when the Zen Stone was unveiled just last month. The Zen Stone Plus, as its name suggests, will come with improved functions despite sharing a rather similar form factor. What you...

systemX lighting neat to look at

If you're thinking of giving your home decor an overhaul, look no further than the systemX fluorescent lighting system which was designed and created by Ross Lovegrove. Made from modular 'X' pieces constructed from plastic and aluminum, each of...

Super Talent to replace HDDs with SSDs

Super Talent is currently waging a war against notebook hard drives in particular, releasing a range of Solid State Disks (SSDs) in the 2.5" format. While 4GB might sound extremely paltry to you (no doubt it is), Super Talent will...

LG Fusic II in the works

I suppose information about the new LG Fusic II is as abundant as snow in Egypt, other than the fact that it comes with a 1.3 megapixel camera, a display with a resolution of 220 x 176, and EV-DO support....

MotoMing phone to receive upgrade?

Word from Rumorsville has it that the Motorola Ming cellphone will be given a hardware boost, and this time the revised hardware will get 3G connectivity. In addition to that upgrade, owners of the new MotoMing will receive a...

FCC approves Huawei M318

Looks like Huawei from China will be making a beeline for the US market soon, considering how the FCC has already approved the M318 clamshell cellphone complete with MetroPCS branding. This CDMA handset is pretty bare bones in every sense...

LG SH130 global roaming phone

LG has just showcased its 3G global roaming phone, the LG SH130 in Korea. This slider handset can be used anywhere in the world, which makes it the perfect companion if you're living out of a suitcase most of...

SEA markets get new Samsungs

Samsung has just launched new Ultra Edition II cellphones in Southeast Asia, with the Ultra Edition 12.1 (also known as the U700) heading the pack. Available from July 2007 onwards, the U700 is the slimmest HSDPA slider handset around...

FCC gives nod to Samsung SGH-D610

Samsung's SGH-D610 has just been given the nod of approval from the FCC, which means this GSM/GPRS handset is very close to being released in the US. What you get in this package includes a 262k color display, a 2...

June 20, 2007

Notebooks get stylish Mina bag

If you're an owner of a notebook and want to keep it in pristine condition during your travels in a stylish manner, what better way than to pick up the Mina notebook bag from abbi newyork? Targeting mostly women...

PLUG + PLAY wireless speaker concept

Wireless systems seem to be the operative word these days, and it is not uncommon to see more and more devices shedding their wires. Speakers are one segment that have not done that on a wide scale just yet, but...

3D Lawn Darts camera game

Let's take a break from all the hardware news that we've seen so far and delve into software. The 3D Lawn Darts game is capable of operating on virtually any Windows Mobile device - as long as it comes with...

Samsung 820DXn a behemoth

So you think you're pretty smug with that 30" LCD monitor of yours that you use at work? Well, think again - Samsung has just unveiled a full High Definition LCD monitor known as the 820DXn that gives you...

Carpet Alarm Clock concept

Alarm clocks these days have clearly evolved beyond what their forefathers used to be, but they still require you to turn them off physically, forcing you to get up in the process. The Carpet Alarm Clock takes a different...

Air Guitar Pro from TakaraTomy

Everyone wants to be a rock star - they get the adulation of the masses as well as tons of money. Unfortunately, not everyone is cut out to be one, so you will just have to fantasize with the...

Life Bank One change counter

Spare change is something most people have in abundance, but the Japanese are clearly ahead of everyone else when it comes to keeping loose change. The Life Bank One device can actually be screwed onto most bottle tops, where...

Sibling SGH-F200 is not too shabby

We saw the Samsung SGH-F210 earlier, so here we are with the SGH-F200. As the model number suggests, it resembles the F210 closely but comes with watered down features, glaringly missing a camera and the 1GB internal memory, where the...

Samsung SGH-F210 debuts

Samsung has lifted the curtain off its latest music phone at CommunicAsia 2007, and the SGH-F210 is its name. This tiny device comes in a unique, spinning design that makes it resemble an MP3 player rather than a cellphone. It...

Sanyo unveils SCP-3200

Sprint intends to keep everyone in your family connected via the Sanyo SCP-3200 clamshell handset. Available in three different colors, the SCP-3200 boasts Internet connectivity, email, and text messaging, making this more of a communication tool than multimedia-centric. Features...

LG unveils new LG-KH1400 phone

There's a new phone in town courtesy of LG, and this time it comes in the form of the LG-KH1400. Not only do you get blazing fast connection speeds via HSDPA, there is also DMB functionality to give you...

HP's 5th generation tablet PC to ship in July

Today at HP's Technology Forum in Las Vegas, I spoke with product manager Brian Allen about the latest HP tablet PC scheduled to ship next month and did a short video (after the jump). "The HP Compaq 2710p is...

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June 19, 2007

The father of the PlayStation quits... sayonara Ken!

So Ken is finally leaving the mother ship. Sad news for the father of the best selling gaming console ever, the Sony's PlayStation and followings (2 and 3). I guess that after the expected titanesque failure of the PS3 game...

McAfee Avert Labs Day: the new trends of Internet security

According to McAfee research lab, phishing is on the rise with a 784 percent increase in Web sites in the first quarter of 2007. At the presentation this morning, we had a very instructive demo of how a password stealer...

Safa V2 launched in Korea

Safa has recently launched the V2 for the Korean market, bringing yet another portable media player to the forefront. The V2 will come with a 2" 260k color LCD display and boasts support for various audio and video file...

Levi Strauss to issue new handset

Mentions Levi's and the first thing that comes into your mind would be a pair of jeans. Looks like this apparel company will be taking a few steps vertically with their next product - a cellphone. Word has it...

Ruggedbook UMPC does GPS as well

Just when you thought UMPCs were nothing more than tiny versions of their notebook brethren, the Ruggedbook comes along. This tough nut of an UMPC does not only perform all the other standard stuff that UMPCs do, it also...

Panasonic Pocket Power

You just gotta love USB power - it is so convenient that you no longer have to worry about stuff like voltage requirements et al. Panasonic supports this idea by unveiling the Pocket Power device that is capable of charging...

Concept portable computer design

Felix Schmidberger has recently unveiled the Compenion concept design for a portable computer, boasting a couple of sliding OLED touchscreens that can be worked with directly, although the power required for two displays will definitely be an issue, especially...

iPhone gets upgraded

Looks like the iPhone has already received an upgrade even before it has been released, with Apple dropping an announcement that the iPhone will come with a longer battery life than originally stated when it is released this June 29th....

A banging way to tell time

Now this is one timepiece that could fool our hardworking law enforcers at high security places such as airports and embassies - the Pistol Clock. At first glance, it looks like a potential murder weapon, but upon closer inspection, you...

USB Tranquility Ball soothes

If all the stress at work is getting to you, how about picking up the USB Tranquility Ball? This computer peripheral comes with changing colors that supposedly lowers your blood pressure each time you lay your eyes upon it....

Epson S5 PowerLite projector

Epson has just dropped the brand new S5 PowerLite projector, offering a 3 LCD projector that boasts SVGA resolution and a brightness level of 2,000 ANSI lumens. For $649, you also get integrated HDTV support, projecting images in both 720p...

GigaBank stores data, not cash

I/O Magic has recently introduced a new line of portable hard drives known as GigaBank, and this bank stores no hard currency but data instead. The 2.5" GigaBank will be available in 160GB, 200GB, and 250GB flavors, where all three...

PalmNavi F3501 GPS navigation system

The PalmNavi F3501 GPS navigation system was recently paraded at Computex 2007, and what you get is a fairly normal GPS navigation system. Features include a 3.5" touchscreen display, 3D graphics that make it easier to determine where your...

Tiltboard provides SixAxis feeling

Talismoon is a gaming accessory company that has recently unveiled the second generation of its Tiltboard controller for Xbox 360 owners, bringing a semblance of what PS3 owners experience with their SixAxis controllers. Of course, if you want full motion...

Rogun the robotic babysitter

Are robots taking over the world? Their presence encroaches upon the home with Rogun, the robotic babysitter. This robot comes with the ability to recognize familiar faces, broadcasting video from its camera to the Internet sans wires, enabling parents to...

Ace Combat series come with flight stick

Owners of the Xbox 360 will be pleased to know that they can now experience flight simulators in high definition with the release of Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation. Those who pick up the special edition of that game...

Nikon Coolpix P5000

The folks at Let's Go Digital have done a review on Nikon's high-end compact camera, the Coolpix P5000. This advanced compact camera might not be in the SLR category, but it shares a fair number of traits as an...

June 18, 2007

Thermaltake NBcool series updated

Thermaltake has expanded its line of NBcool notebook coolers by introducing the T500 and T1000 that cater for notebooks that are up to 15" in size, utilizing fans that range from 70mm to 120mm to provide the most efficient and...

CoolerMaster NotePal S is fanless

CoolerMaster has just unveiled its NotePal S stand-type cooler in Korea, boasting half a dozen level height adjustments to suit just about any laptop. The NotePal S was designed in such a way to provide an ergonomic solution for...

Rolling Luggage Cart and Desk

Talk about bringing your work with you! While we know we can continue working on our laptops virtually anywhere, what we often lack is the desk space to do so. The Rolling Luggage Cart and Desk not only carries your...

Multifunction Clock tells time and more

At first glance, the Multifunction Clock isn't exactly what you would call a design par excellence product. It has a look that harks back to your grandpappy's times, and is made from plastic that gives the illusion of fake wood....

Huge cooling fan for PCs

Cooling solutions are dime a dozen when it comes to computers, but how many of us have actually laid eyes upon a 30cm fan? The idea behind such a large fan lies in the fact that it doesn't need to...

BTC unveils 22 inch Jupiter LCD monitor

BTC of Korea has recently lifted the curtain of its 22" Jupiter F221W LCD monitor - one that comes with improvements over the Jupiter F220W model. Marketed as an entry-level LCD monitor, the Jupiter F221W comes with a brightness...

Speakers get wooden

M is an audio company from Japan, and they have just released the System MS0801 and MS1001 cylindrical stereo speakers that come with a special caveat - they both have been carved out of wood. A speaker is located...

iRiver NV makes you see green

Looks like the iRiver NV is now official. This GPS navigation system does not only keep you on track to your destination, it also features DMB functionality that keeps you entertained even when you're out of your home, provided...

Venice flash drive all blinged out

Fashionable USB flash drives seem to be picking up the trend these days, as evident by Dane Elec's Venice flash drive. Coming with just 1GB of storage space (more would definitely be better since 1GB just can't quite make the...

Francebed pillow against snorers

Francebed from Japan could be the solution to all your snoring woes. This pillow is equipped with an embedded snore detection sensor and an internal vibrating mechanism that responds accordingly whenever the sensor goes off. In fact, the Francebed pillow...

Power Pedal for more...power

I love the idea of exoskeletons, as it gives us a rough idea of what superheros in comic books are capable of. Matsushita Electric has recently unveiled a wearable robot suit known as Power Pedal. You attach this to your...

Asus unveils C90 gaming laptop

Asus is no slouch when it comes to producing laptops, and their latest offering, the C90 laptop specifically targets gamers who want the ability to fire up their favorite game in the office during lunch hour. Somehow the word...

Spruce performs verb wonderfully

I just love stuff that comes with more than a single function (most of the time anyway) - take the Spruce for example. This free-standing lamp not only gives light to those around, it also works as a floor sweeper....

More info on Palm Gandalf

Looks like we have more skinny on the Palm Gandalf smartphone. This will be a 3G-enabled handset that comes with HSDPA and Bluetooth 2.0 connectivity, and the biggest news would be the availability of a couple of versions. There will...

Rexon WP-888 Mirror GPS

Ever fancied installing a monitor in your car but never gotten round to doing it? Rexon has made available its WP-888 Mirror GPS unit to cater for that need, featuring a hidden 3.5" display and GPS connectivity. Powered by...

Yamaha PJP-CAM1 an all-rounder

Yamaha's new PJP-CAM1 USB webcam is unique since it is capable of 360 degree recording and video capture. When I mention 360 degrees, I don't mean a warped view like playing Quake in 360 degrees, but a camera that captures...

Maxx Mobile gets you organized

Maxx Mobile has unleashed a couple of new products that will help notebook users get organized, and they are the Back/Space Organizer and Back/Place Perch. The former is a case that is affixed to the back of your notebook or...

Tubor from Italy unveils Modum

Italy's Tubor has made available the Modum - a radiator that doesn't look like one in the traditional sense, packing in more than just its classic function. What you get with the Modum includes an integrated AM/FM radio and the...

Lima blood sugar analyzer

Blood, cockroaches, and a baby are some of the things that freak muscled, grown men but today we'll concentrate on the first item. The Lima Blood Sugar Analyzer concept is one device that supposedly monitors your glucose levels without...

Keep your cool while gaming

Everyone knows that a frantic session of gaming more often than not results in sweaty palms and the like, and cooling specialists Thermaltake decided to release the Anti-Perspiration Wrist Pad. This wrist rest comes with built-in fans inside, keeping both...

iRiver HO! portable media player

iRiver has just unveiled the HO! portable media player that works in tandem with the Japanese USEN mobile TV standard, letting you watch TV programs once you have gotten sick of downloaded content. Audio and video format support includes MP3,...

First Alert Storm Sentry preps you

Some of us are blessed to live in countries where natural disasters are confined to mere flash floods and the occassional landslide, but others are often buffeted by storms, tornados, and earthquakes. Early detection is vital when it comes to...

HTC Mogul comes to Sprint

Sprint has just introduced the HTC Mogul today, and it will run on the Windows Mobile 6.0 operating system, featuring support for the Sprint Mobile Broadband Network and fitting in a slew of multimedia capabilities into a slim and...

June 17, 2007

Nokia 6267 unveiled

Nokia has just lifted tabs on its 6267 cellphone that aims to bring back simplicity into handsets, considering the amount of buttons that most phones come with today. The 6267 comes with a dedicated MP3 player for ease-of-use, 3G...

Nokia 3500 Classic entry-level phone

Nokia has yet another candybar handset up their sleeves for grabs, and this time it is the Nokia 3500 Classic. The 3500 Classic features traditional functions packed into a timeless design (so they say), and will come in a wide...

Nokia 6121 3G smartphone

Nokia's latest 3G handset, the 6121, comes in a candybar form factor and supports quad-band GSM and WCDMA 900/2100 as well. Features include a 2 megapixel camera with 4x digital zoom, flash, and panorama mode, making snapping shots extremely easy...

Vertu Pink Diamond Signature wows

Vertu's line of Signature Diamonds that was introduced a couple of years ago received quite a warm reception, and Vertu has taken the initiative to unveil the Vertu Pink Diamond Signature handset recently, featuring a full spectrum of pink diamonds...

Water Shelter for developing countries

Developing countries often experience disasters such as recurring floods, which is why designer Robert Nightingale came up with the Water Shelter project that responds to such situations, focusing more in the geographical region of the Zambezi basin in Sub-Saharan...

Apple Bluetooth headset to go on sale

You ought to be able to find Apple's Bluetooth headset up for sale alongside the Apple iPhone when the latter is launched later this month, thanks to the stamp of approval from the FCC. I wonder why Apple did...

Jewelry for geeks

Folklore shows that geeks often pay little attention to dressing themselves up for an occasion, but with a geeky slant to it, things might just change. Pixel Jewelry offers a real hoot, making your body look as though it...

Robot acts as MC in wedding

Looks like the future is here, with a robot standing in as the Master of Ceremonies (MC) at a wedding in South Korea - making this most likely the first wedding in the world to do so. Tiro the robot...

Transcend unveils JetFlash V90

Introduce a little bling bling factor to your line up of gadgets with the Transcend JetFlash V90 series of USB flash drives. The V90 boasts a mother of pearl finish that will surely appeal to most females, featuring a...

Solar Beach Tote for summer use

Looks like Juice Bag has released the Solar Beach Tote just in time for summer, featuring a built-in flexible solar panel that is attached to a large canvas frame, enabling it to juice up your gadgets that are stored neatly...

MPIO launches MG100

MPIO has just released the MG100 portable media player that doesn't look that bad, featuring a brushed aluminum case that works great against picking up nasty fingerprints. A 4GB version is now available, expanding upon the 1GB and 2GB...

Cell Phoney suitable for pranksters

There are folks who just don't know when to quit, receving calls on their cellphones every other minute as if they were the President. The Cell Phoney device will definitely drive such people crazy - all you need to do...

ThinkPad Reserve oozes with class

When you pick up the ThinkPad Reserve from Lenovo, you aren't just purchasing any ordinary notebook. The ThinkPad Reserve might come with a shocking $5,000 price tag, but you also get a whole bunch of intangible goodies such as...

June 16, 2007

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June 15, 2007

Cocoon blossoms from O2

O2 of Europe will be entering the lucrative music cellphone market by unveiling the Cocoon - a handset that derived its name from the all-white and completely rounded body that stores some additional features. These features include LEDs below...

USB Portable Paper Shredder

You don't have to wait until spring to start cleaning out your desks at home and at the office - with Brando's USB Portable Paper Shredder, you can do it as long as there is a USB port available...

Calling Dick Tracy with M300

A watch phone sounded like a cool idea back in the days where Dick Tracy had some standing in the daily funnies. Unfortunately, when you think about it in this day and age, a device such as the M300...

Kohjinsha K600 UMPC unveiled

Kohjinsha has recently paraded its K600 UMPC for the Korea market, where this 2nd generation mini notebook will appeal to those who want to get some casual computing done. Features include a 7" widescreen touch sensitive LCD display (maximum...

HomeStar miniaturized for cellphones

The HomeStar home planetarium from Sega Toys was all the rage last year, disappearing off retail shelves as fast as they appeared. Strap-Ya must have decided there is still room to expand upon this market, coming up with a...

Axion AXN-9701 begins shipping

Axion has begun to ship its AXN-9701 widescreen LCD digital photo frame that displays pictures at a maximum resolution of 480 x 234 pixels (nothing much to shout about here), featuring a brightness control that provides an optimal viewing experience...

ColorEdge 24 inch LCD monitor

ColorEdge has just unveiled its latest 24.1" LCD monitor known as the CG241W. This LCD monitor displays images in a widescreen format at 1,920 x 1,200 resolution boasting a viewing angle of 178 degrees. Other features of the CG241W...

Fumakilla unveils stinking new ad

Marketing folk at Fumakilla recently launched a bug spray promotional campaign that involves placing heat-sensitive, color-changing stickers in urinals at public restrooms in Japan. When these stickers are not under the constant flow of hot urine, they feature a...

MBW-150 Bluetooth watch

Sony Ericsson has partnered with Fossil to produce a trio of Bluetooth watches, where the MBW-150 Bluetooth watch will come in Music Edition, Executive Edition, and Classic Edition formats. Each of these models will display the caller ID on...

Kaiteki De Phone EX reduces noise

Listening to music via a pair of headphones is by far a more personal experience compared to using speakers, but sometimes noise from external sources make things unenjoyable. Noise reduction technology has been around for quite some time now,...

Orange harnesses wind to power charger

Cellular network operator Orange will be showcasing its wind-powered cellphone charger next week, where the prototype will be able to harness the power of the wind in order to provide some much needed juice to exhausted batteries that are often...

Sony Ericsson Cybershot K850

Sony Ericsson has just announced the Cybershot K850 cameraphone that comes with a mind-blowing 5 megapixel autofocus camera with a real xenon flash, a dedicated shutter button, and the ability to record video in QVGA resolution at 30 fps. This...

K530 does GPS as well

Looks like Sony Ericsson will be jumping aboard the GPS bandwagon with its K530 handset. This GPS navigation capable cellphone is the first from Sony Ericsson's stable to do so, boasting full point-to-point navigation. Not only do you get help...

Sony Ericsson W910 a tiny boombox

Don't be fooled by the Sony Ericsson W910's diminutive size - despite weighing a mere 86 grams, the W910 flies the Walkman banner high by offering great sound from its speakers. Features of the W910 include a 2.4" 262k color...

Sony Ericsson Z250 basic handset

Sony Ericsson has just announced the Z250 cellphone that will be marketed as an entry level cellphone. I must say, this is a pretty good looking clamshell phone to begin with. What you get though won't have you jumping up...

Sony Ericsson Z320 announced

Sony Ericsson isn't done with news of their new releases just yet, with the Z320 being yet another clamshell handset. What you get is the successor to the Z310, featuring an updated style and a retro theme that makes the...

Sony Ericsson W960 king of the hill

Sony Ericsson's W960 is about to assume its rightful place at the top of the heap, featuring 8GB of internal memory (more than enough to store approximately 8,000 songs), 3G and WiFi connectivity, and a 3.2 megapixel camera with...

Motorola Deluxe ic902 from Nextel

Sprint/Nextel has just announced the availability of the Motorola Deluxe ic902 cellphone that comes complete with Nextel Walkie-Talkie services in addition to Sprint Power Vision voice and data services. Not only that, this clamshell handset boasts a 2 megapixel...

June 14, 2007

Deals of the day

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Emotional Social Intelligence device

They say that verbal communication sends only part of a message across, while most of our talking is done via body language. The Emotional Social Intelligence Prosthetic is one device that helps even the most clueless individual decipher the...

Phoebus Portable Cellular WiFi router

While WiFi routers that accept a cellular PCMCIA card aren't exactly new, the Phoebus Portable Cellular WiFi router offers that function in a portable format. This means you can now go online virtually anywhere and not only from the...

Transporter transports audio not humans

Logitech's Transporter is a digital audio streamer that comes with no form of storage space, but it acts as a middleman instead, streaming music from your computer, portable media players, or even directly off the Internet via a wireless...

ViScope scouts out for heart attacks

You can't really tell when is the next time you will be meeting Mr. Heart Attack, but at least we now have a device that might be able to do just that. The ViScope instrument is one nifty device, capable...

Samsung unveils 70 inch LCD behemoth

There is a new 70" full high definition LCD TV out in Korea now, and this model differs from the rest of the crowd as it comes with a light-emitting diode (LED) backlight which replaces the traditional cold cathode...

Samsung patents multi-purpose antenna

Samsung has recently filed a patent for a cellphone antenna that functions as a USB charger as well. This is a pretty spiffy idea, since the cellphone's antenna comes in the form of a male USB adapter, killing two...

New Kodak filter for low light areas

Kodak has successfully developed a brand new filter that will be a boon to cameraphones and even certain digital cameras. Currently, such cameraphones hardly perform well in low light conditions due to the lack of a flash and poor sensor...

Seidio unveils new battery for Treo 755

Owners of the Treo 755 who think that this smartphone lacks nothing but a longer battery life would be pleased to know that Seidio has unveiled the new 3200mAh Super Extended Life Battery. This battery takes over the position of...

Tooks beanies have headphones

Wearing a beanie is a hit-or-miss fashion statement, depending on the size of your head and face style. Tooks just unveiled its new beanies that come with integrated removable headphones. I know, integrated and removable hardly go hand in...

Philips go Bluetooth with new systems

Bluetooth technology is employed by Philips in the new BTM628 and BTM630 consumer electronics, where the former is a sleek looking CD player complete with speakers, while the latter comes with a built-in iPod dock and an SD/MMC memory...

Crystal Weather Station looks futuristic

Indoor weather stations are dime a dozen, and most of the time they don't come in an inspiring design. Oregon Scientific's latest offering, the Crystal Weather Station looks spiffy in its clean cut design, featuring a large crystal block located...

Motorola SCPL sneak peek

Motorola intends to carve out cellphone history with its SCPL that runs on the JUIX operating system. Specifications-wise, it sounds pretty disappointing and probably won't create an impact the way the original RAZR did. It will come with a...

Wiimote marries the real PowerGlove

Remember the PowerGlove of old? That piece of gaming peripheral was one of the biggest flops ever despite boasting a whole world of promise. It had poor tracking, limited cable length, and poorly programmed games that made it more of...

Xbox 360 gets cooler

Looks like Microsoft have finally taken note of the Red Ring of Death that plagued many a Xbox 360 owner by offering additional cooling for the Xenos graphics processing unit in repaired units as well as new Xbox 360...

R2-D2 adds speaker function to desk

Just when you thought that R2-D2 was the little droid that does everything, National Console Support Inc. surprises everyone by releasing a couple of R2-D2s that function as desktop computer speakers. Each of them measure 12cm in height and will...

Nintendo 64 gets TIE Fighter treatment

The Nintendo 64 certainly wasn't the prettiest console around during its time, and perhaps that helped it take the path of mediocrity by Nintendo's usually high standards. Sure, AAA titles were there, but they were too few and far...

Toshiba Dynabook targets gamers

Gamers seem to be a blessed bunch these days, with more and more notebook manufacturers taking note of this group by unveiling gaming notebooks that rival the performance of average gaming desktops. The Toshiba Dynabook Satellite WXW is one...

USB Ear Scope - gross me out!

Ever wondered what good the USB Ear Scope is for? The only time when I think the USB Ear Scope is remotely useful would be in the presence of kids, especially the younger ones who are in the exploratoy...

KUKA KR 1000 strongest in the world

For a robot, that is. KUKA Robotics from Germany recently unveiled the KR 1000 titan 6-axis robot that comes with a grand total of 9 motors that work together to deliver the power of a mid-sized car, which means it...

Mitsubishi solar panels more efficient

Mitsubishi has recently unveiled 16 new solar panel models that are more than capable of delivering high output, with one model even exhibiting the capability of achieving a maximum output of 190W. This was made possible by using a new...

Rock, paper, scissors go digital

Strange to see a traditional child's game like rock, paper, scissors take the digital route. I seriously wonder which parent or guardian in their right mind would actually spend $8.89 on a set of these devices just because their kids...

Israel spies with its little eye

Israel might be a tiny country geographically, but they certainly are in the forefront when it comes to battlefield technology. The home of Judaism has recently launched the Ofeq-7 satellite a couple of days ago with much success. The Ofeq-7...

Amex TSK-VX7 touchscreen keyboard

Amex recently unveiled its TSK-VX7 touchscreen wireless keyboard at Computex 2007, giving you freedom from a tangled mess that you normally see on most office desktops and work areas. I myself am a bit apprehensive of using this on...

Philips LED lights for closets

Philips has just unveiled its magnetic LED lights that will be at home in any closet, with the main reason being its ability to turn off after 15 seconds of not sensing any motion. Being wireless, this means you'll...

Toshiba TW355U WiFi projector

Toshiba's TW355U projector has cut its ties with the scourge called wires, using 802.11g wireless connectivity instead to make presentations and media streaming a no-brainer. While it works great in corporate settings, it is also useful in a home entertainment...

June 13, 2007

Sanyo gets up close and personal

Projectors are a very viable alternative for those who want a big sized screen at home and yet do not have the budget for a 110" display. Unfortunately, projectors need to be placed a distance away from the "screen",...

CPT 3D LCD needs no glasses

Watching 3D images on an LCD display is an interesting feature to have, but so far most solutions require one to wear those pesky 3D glasses. CPT has unveiled a 20.1" LCD display that lets you enjoy 3D content...

ASUS N13i gets all tough

Asus isn't content with just releasing notebooks, the company is looking to expand its portfolio by releasing rugged versions before the year is over. Take the N13i for example - this hardy piece of technology meets the US military's toughness...

Philips SRU8010 caters to both genders

With most homes having but one TV set in the living room, fighting it out for the remote control could be a potential banana skin in any relationship. Philip ensures that doesn't happen with its new Philips SRU8010 universal...

Lite and Motion Head Lite Cap

You'd only need to pick up the Lite and Motion Head Lite Cap if you spend a whole lot of time outdoors in the dark. After all, there is no point having the cap's visor with no sun around,...

Voiis Mini carries music via Bluetooth

The Voiis Mini pocket messenger is a nice device to have, but ultimately it is not mission critical to a geek. What you get is a Bluetooth-enabled device that can stream your digital music collection within a 100 meter radius...

Logitec remembers what you said

If you're one who loves reviewing the entire day's conversations in order to improve yourself, why not pick up Logitec's LIC-TRA056SD? This device is an audio MP3 voice recorder that works by simply plugging it into the telephone. The 128MB...

Anynote booms with AL5600G notebook

Playing games on your notebook might not be an experience you savor, since a notebook setup won't be able to offer the same experience that a desktop does. Anynote aims to bridge that gap by releasing the AL5600G 15.4"...

CPT display goes 3D

CPT's latest offering is a truly wondrous display. It utilizes barriers to filter lighting and works by covering pixels whilst utilizing the binocular parallax phenomenon of the human eyes to achieve its ends. Just in case you don't understand that...

iBall GPRS SMS Globe

Fancy a globe that is capable of displaying messages? While it would make a great desktop accessory, programming these messages could be tedious. Why not use the iBall GPRS SMS Globe that displays messages on the 360 degree viewable screen...

Razer returns to its roots

The Razer Boomslang mouse heralded a new age in gaming, as its release more or less coincided with the rise of professional gaming into mainstream consciousness. To commemorate this classic mouse, Razer has come up with the Boomslang Collector's Edition...

Broken Heart Robot looks for company

If you thought that robots had no emotions, think again. At least, that is what the creator of the Broken Heart Robot wants us to consider. His history is a sad one - on his home planet of Xerbix 319,...

Epson, Philips work on projector

Epson and Philips have joined forces to work on a personal projector that is both small and effective. This new joint reference design won't concentrate on traditional features such as an ever increasing level of brightness, but will focus...

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Samish SBS 6600 Bluetooth Speakers

Fancy a pair of casual wireless speakers? Samish has the solution in its SBS 6600 Bluetooth Speakers, featuring the ability to project your favorite tunes from your cellphones to a pair of stereo speakers sans wires. At 1.2W per channel,...

Zero-emission home unveiled

Talk about going green - the U.K. has just unveiled their model zero-eimission home that comes with a couple of bedrooms and yet releasing nothing detrimental to the environment. This was made possible by utilizing enough insulation to retain 60%...

USB Bag a unique proposition

If you're female, chances are you can never have enough handbags and shoes. The USB Handbag will definitely drive any estrogen-laden female wild with its design, featuring a USB connector that sticks out on one end of the handbag....

Equalizer BPM watch from Tokyoflash

Tokyoflash, purveyor of quirky and unique watches, has just released their latest creation - the Equalizer BPM watch. If you're one who is used to decoding the time on Tokyoflash watches, the Equalizer BPM will probably stun your for...

MacTruck holds its own against trucks

If you're an owner of butterfingers like me, getting the MacTruck notebook case is certainly not an option since it's aluminum alloy case will be able to protect your MacBook or PowerBook against major knocks. A couple of steel...

GlobalSat GV-366 GPS navigation system

GlobalSat has just launched its latest GPS navigation system known as the GV-366. Features include the highly rated SiRFStar III GPS receiver, Navigon navigation software, a 3.5" touchscreen display, and a 1400mAh rechargeable li-ion battery. Judging by its specifications,...

Spartan DX home DNA analyzer

I'm not sure why would the layman want to pick up the Spartan DX real-time PCR (polymerase chain reaction) DNA analyzer, but if you have an obsession with analyzing your strands of DNA, you won't go wrong with this. The...

Eleksen unveils FM radio unit

Eleksen, makers of the ElekTex smart fabric, has a new electronics module to tease us consumers. Unfortunately, you won't get anything groundbreaking as Eleksen's latest offering is nothing more than an FM radio. This standalone FM radio unit comes with...

Sharp develops VA3A5JZ912 tuner module

Sharp is the proud developer of the smallest digital TV tuner in the world, coming out with the VA3A5JZ912 tuner module. This tiny module is compatible with the Japanese 1-Seg terrestrial digital broadcast, measuring a diminutive 7.3mm x 6.3mm x...

Night Driving Illuminated RC Car

While many of us have fond memories of driving around a remote controlled car during our childhood, none of those came with headlights that work as though they're real vehicles. The Night Driving Illuminated RC Car goes against the grain...

KEF launches KHT5005.2W speakers

The KEF Wireless speaker system known as the KHT5005.2W is definitely a boon to any modern home entertainment system, doing away with those pesky wires that connect both front and rear speakers in a 5.1 channel sound system. Unfortunately,...

Oral-B Truimph combats plaque

Oral-B's Truimph electric toothbrush was designed to tip the war against tooth decay in our favor, featuring a palm-size wireless display that shows real-time feedback when you're brushing so you know just exactly how much time your teeth are...

Transformers are not all that hard

You might think that the robots inside the Transformers movie are hard and cold, being made out of metal, but apparently there is a softer side to them. The Transformers now come in the form of plush cushions that...

WildCharge cuts the ties that bind

Wireless technology seems to be the rage these days, and so it is no surprise to see a wireless charger being made available to us consumers. The WildCharge will be released this July 7th, and while the charging unit...

CatCam sees what your cat does

Ever wonder what your little ball of fur does whenever you're not at home? Why not find out by letting your feline friend wear the CatCam? This device is actually a modified digital camera with a time-sequence controller, taking pictures...

Arko PMP takes aliens to the cleaners

Arko has recently unveiled the MP-482 portable media player that comes with a 2.4" display and support for a wide range of audio and video files. It looks a whole lot like a cheap Sony PSP, save for the...

SendStation sends out smartCharge

Those who travel frequently often need the iPod to relieve them of boredom during long road trips. Unfortunately, the iPod isn't nuclear powered, so it will definitely experience dry batteries after some time. The smartCharge device from SendStation might utilize...

USB Piezo-Ionizer

Is indoor air quality really worse than being outdoors, especially when you're in a city? Facts seem to point to the affirmative, as you get plenty of offensive odors, smoke, dust, pollen, and other irritants being 'recycled' when indoors. Thanko...

USB-powered air ionizer

Staying put in a cubicle from 9 to 5 seems to be the norm these days, which means getting fresh air is out of the question for most people. Brando is offering the USB-powered air ionizer that helps keep the...

Haptic Clock tells time via vibrations

Remember old grandfather clocks that chime every quarter of an hour and at the turn of each hour? For those who want a similar principle in their cellphones, they can always download up the Haptic Clock software for Java-enabled...

Xiachao GPS looks like Nokia

Pirates ahoy! Xiachao from China has come up with a portable GPS navigation system that looks like the Nokia N800 Web tablet, espousing the proverb that imitation is the best form of flattery. Known as the GPS UMPC001, this device...

Philips SJM3151 commands your iPod

Philips has unveiled the SJM3151 universal remote control that is compatible with the iPod, giving you the ability to control your iPod directly when it is hooked up to a home audio system (presumably replacing the remote that came with...

Ogo 2.0 now in GSM

The folks at the FCC have recently revealed additional details on the quad-band GSM/EDGE Ogo 2.0 device. While it shares many similarities to the original Ogo in terms of design, features underneath the hood have changed for the better. Features...

SpinPoint F1 a behemoth in capacity

Samsung doesn't look content by just releasing monitors, TVs, MP3 players, portable media players, and cellphones as the company has just dropped the SpinPoint F1 hard drive that comes with a whopping 1TB in capacity. The SpinPoint F1 also holds...

Newman M669 generic PMP

Are you looking out for an MP3 player that does not hail from the hallowed halls of Apple and Creative? The Newman M669 fits that bill, as it comes in a landscape format for better viewing. Features include a 20GB...

WiFi on an SD card

We've seen word in the past on Eye-Fi releasing an SD memory card that comes with built-in WiFi functionalities for digital cameras, and that fateful day is now nigh upon the horizon. They have released SD memory cards that...

MSI Megabook loves Swarovski crystals

Woe to the man who buys his girlfriend a Swarovski crystal ring instead of a real diamond! Unfortunately, when geeks have all but spent most of their money on high tech hardware, they have not much left over to keep...

Ultra luxurious billiards table

Any home surely looks all the more spiffy with a billiards table sitting in the middle of the living room, but boy oh boy is this the most geeked out billiards table I have ever laid my eyes upon!...

Wibree and Bluetooth play nice

Mathematically speaking, Nokia's Wibree technology is now a subset of the Bluetooth realm. Word has it that Wibree technology will now be known as the new ultra low power Bluetooth specification, which in turn boosts Bluetooth's Personal Area Networking reach...

Ci Lifestyle Collection from Kensington

Kensington has dropped the Ci Lifestyle Collection of input devices that bring a fresh look to the dreary desk at the office. Representing the motto 'Smart Made Simple', some of the peripherals that stand out include the Kensington Ci70 Wireless...

June 12, 2007

Intel Erath unveiled at Computex 2007

Computex 2007 saw the debut of Intel's spanking new UMPC known as Erath. This device comes with a 5.6" display that can swivel to give you a landscape orientation while you view Word document and Excel spreadsheets in such...

ViaMichelin unveils new GPS systems

ViaMichelin has unleashed a couple of GPS navigation systems recently in the form of the X970T and X960. The latter comes in a tiny and portable form factor, making it ideal for use when walking or cycling. Features include...

McFarlane-inspired Xbox 360 controllers

Halo 3 is definitely going to be big when it is finally released for the Xbox 360 (except for Japan, a region that seems impervious to whatever marketing efforts Microsoft throws at it), and Todd McFarlane (of Spawn fame) was...

Lexon Tykho Radio simple in design

If you're looking for a plain old radio that does nothing but stream music from FM and AM stations into your ears, why not pick up the Lexon Tykho Radio? It is Zen-personified, as this radio comes in an...

Wafer-level camera tech

I was just wondering how much more technology is going to go inside cellphone cameras in the near future other than cramming in more and more megapixels, and apparently one of many answers have arrived in the form of Tessera...

Toshiba Vardia records HDTV to discs

Getting HD signals to your home is one thing, but how about recording HD shows for posterity? Toshiba offers a solution in the form of the Vardia HD DVD machine that records HDTV to HD DVD-R discs in addition...

Kao Dog Body Fat device

We might think that a plump or fat dog is cute, but all that extra weight will definitely be a burden on your pooch's health. What better way to find out by using the Kao Body Fat measuring device...

Lights, camera, Action! M25 DLP

Just when you thought projectors could not get any smaller, Norwegian projector manufacturer Projection Design came up with the Action! M25 DLP projector that is the proud holder of "the smallest full HD projector in the market". Just exactly...

Clevo unveils notebook at Computex 2007

Clevo has used Computex 2007 as its platform of choice in unveiling its very own HSDPA-capable notebook, bringing you high speed Internet access even when you're not within the vicinity of a wireless hotspot. Features include an ExpressCard slot,...

Google shows off secret "efficient" power supplies used in server farms

For the first time, Google showed some current design of custom power supplies used in their server farms. The search company has a team of hardware engineers dedicated to the design of motherboards and other electronic components that go into...

Start-up ColdWatt already ships 90% efficient power supplies

One of the critical component in lowering the power consumption of a computer is the power supply, insists Lakshmi Mandyam. According to ColdWatt's marketing director, the company's power supplies already exceeds the 2008 level set at 90% efficiency per power...

Car Adapter with USB port

The modern road warrior often travels with a plethora of devices around his belt, ranging from a smartphone (cellphones are so yesterday) to digital cameras, portable media players and its ilk. Keeping them juiced is a matter of concern,...

Samsung unveils trio of full HD LCD TVs

Samsung certainly isn't resting on its laurels, recently launching a trio of new full HD (1080p) LCD TVs in Korea, where all three models come with a whopping 17,000 to 1 for its contrast ratio. Now that's some serious quality...

Heart Keychain Digital Album

Most women are of the sentimental type, and they more often than not carry pictures of their sweethearts in their handbags. The Heart Keychain Digital Album takes that idea a step further by offering the ability to preserve and...

Kodak unveils new cameras

Kodak has dropped a fair number of cameras today (half a dozen, to be exact) but we shall take a look at a couple only. The Z1275 will join the 12 megapixels club, featuring 5x optical zoom, an August...

Portable Beverage Heater device

Ever made yourself a nice, hot cup of joe in the morning when you arrive at the office only to get so engrossed in your work that by lunchtime, you still haven't finished your drink which has since turned cold...

Authentic Prenatal Sound Teddy Bear

It is without a doubt that babies bawl their lungs out when making the transition from mom's comfortable womb to this cold and cruel world where people breathe. There are plenty of remedies from well meaning women when it...

Acer V210 GPS navigation system

Acer has released yet another GPS navigation system for those living in Europe, and this time it is the Acer V210. This device is powered by Samsung's S3C2442XL 300MHz processor and features the Centrality Atlas II GPS chipset (a...

Pay more for clarity

And I don't mean clarity in sound. The FH007 Mini speaker system consists of translucent speakers as well as horn speakers, an integrated amplifier, and bass speakers. Targeting use with a computer (PC or Mac, it doesn't matter), iPod,...

Philips to outdo Apple TV

Philips has seen the Apple TV in action and hopes to outdo it by unveiling some sort of Apple TV-like device at Computex 2007. It looks more or less like an Apple TV encased within a brushed aluminum box...

Bumblebee pumps out tunes

The Transformers movie looks set to be a hit or miss this summer, with detractors outnumbering supporters so far. No matter the box-office outcome, it is too much of a golden opportunity to let go when it comes to merchandise....

Wireless Pool Monitoring System

Those who are privileged enough to have a backyard swimming pool ought to check their pH and chlorine levels often, assuming they aren't running on a saltwater system. Instead of taking the manual route, why not install the Wireless...

Mobile computer measures 42 inches?

When you mention the word mobile computer, having a dimension that measures 42" across diagonally (its screen size) certainly is what one would have in mind. But that is exactly what Jaco is offering in its range of mobile computers...

Treo 800w details leaked

Thanks to mankind's inherent curiousity, details of the upcoming Palm Treo 800w have been leaked. The Treo 800w will bring a whole truckload of improvements for Sprint users of current 700wx smartphones. What you get with the yet unreleased 800w...

June 11, 2007

Telepresence go high definition

Telepresence is a new technology that will revolutionize traditional video teleconferencing by transmitting vivid and near-life size images onto high definition TV, making it possible for people to make eye contact and talk to each other as if they...

Business suits are iPod ready

Somehow the image of a businessman wearing a suit complete with the signature white color of iPod earphones is somewhat ironic, since the iPod is more for the suave, impromptu young crowd rather than tight-lipped businessmen. Marks & Spencer in...

Luxium adds graphics card to notebooks

Everyone knows that most notebooks come with integrated graphics cards in order to prolong battery life while keeping its size down. MSI has decided that more and more people are starting to take up more-than-casual gaming, and hence have...

Thanko keeps your ass cool

Thanko is pretty creative with its range of desktop gadgets, and its latest offering is a surefire to cool you down in the midst of a heated argument with your colleague. The USB-powered Butt Cooler takes cool air from...

Chinese farmer invents own water heater

We all know heating sends the electricity bill through the roof at the end of every month, but are there better ways of getting hot water into your home? Ma Yanjun, a farmer from China, used 66 beer bottles...

Western Digital boost MyBook capacities

Western Digital will be enhancing its MyBook series of external hard drives by increasing its capacity, whereby the MyBook World Edition II now comes with a couple of 750GB hard drives inside to give you a grand total of 1.5TB...

Samsung T9+ portable MP3 player

Samsung has just launched its latest portable MP3 player, the T9+. This diminutive MP3 player offers Bluetooth connectivity, letting you enjoy a wireless audio experience unlike older players that leave you in a tangled mess. Features include MP3 and WMA...

C2 device adjusts your personal climate

Aren't there certain days when it just gets so hot, the moment you step out from the shower, beads of sweat have started to form? The C2 device from Herman Miller aims to reverse such situations by enhancing an individual's...

Moneual 101 desktop chassis series

While the majority of computer cases in the past come in boring, old boxes, folks these days are looking toward a more aesthetically pleasing design that will blend in with their living rooms. Moneual has unveiled the 101 desktop...

BenQ T80 at Computex 2007

BenQ has recently paraded its T80 slider handset at Computex 2007, and this cellphone boasts Near Field Communication (NFC) capabilities . Scant details concerning this handset are available, with only word of its impending Q2 2007 release date and a...

I love my Mac!, says Microsoft chief

At Apple's developer conference today in San Francisco, Phil Schiller decided to pick on Steve Ballmer, Microsoft's CEO. Apple's vice-president of marketing was demonstrating the Photo Booth effect feature in Apple's instant messenging application, iChat, that allows you to choose...

AlphaSphere puts you to sleep...

...in a good way, that is. This sleeping pod comes in the form of a lounger and boasts a multi-sensory experience that encompasses a wide range of perception levels, color, lighting, sound, warmth, and vibration. All those elements come...

Netgear Powerline Network Extender

Netgear has just announced the availability of its Powerline Network Extender, bringing users who rely on a Powerline network at home/office the ability to extend secure network connections from a wired or wireless router to any electrical outlet within...

Boynq Blox speakers look good

How many speakers released in the market actually turn heads (due to good design - I'm not referring to those hideously constructed ones that will turn heads as well)? The answer is not many, but the Boynq Blox speakers...

FIC unveils CE 260 UMPC

FIC has proudly unveiled its CE 260 UMPC that is easy on your shoulders during traveling, since it weighs less than 1kg despite packing in an impressive amount of features such as a 4-in-1 memory card reader, DVI connector,...

Sarotech Cutie Bio hard drive case

Sarotech has unveiled its Cutie Bio external hard drive case at Computex Taipei 2007, and will be targeting an end-June launch date at a yet undisclosed price. What makes this external hard drive case stand out from the rest...

Philips LivingColors released soon

Philips has a new way of sprucing up your home with the LivingColors lights. These color-changing LED lighting fixtures will be made available throughout Europe before the summer is over for approximately $200, with other countries throughout the world...

Pegasus wheelchair looks revolutionary

Mention Porsche and most people will think of cars that reach 60 mph in under 6 seconds. Porsche Design Studio have come up with their latest concept which does not feature four wheels but three in the form of...

Sharp wants to expand your word power

Sharp's line of Papyrus e-dictionaries have been given an update in the form of the PW-TC920-B and PW-TC920-R. Not only do these pack a vocabulary punch that will keep you on top of any argument by barraging your opponent...

Fujitsu Lifebook U1010 Korean launch

The Fujitsu Lifebook U1010 was recently launched in Korea, adding yet another UMPC to the market there. This diminutive-sized notebook measures a mere 5.6" (screen size) and comes in a thickness of just 26.5mm. It is powered by the...

Biotex monitors health via fabrics

Scientists in Europe are currently collaborating to develop clothing which they hope will be able to monitor your health status dynamically. These so-called "intelligent textitles" will come with sensors built-in that monitor body fluids such as sweat and blood, with...

Gionee S20 does NES games

The Gionee S20 cellphone from China (where else?) does not only make and receive calls, it comes with a built-in NES emulator as well for you to run those beloved classics from the 8-bit era just in case you're...

Auditory implant for better hearing

Investigators at the University of Michigan Kresge Hearing Research Institute have successfully developed a new auditory nerve implant that is believed to provide superior sound quality when compared to standard cochlear implants, thanks to the ultra-thin electrode array used...

Palm Gandolf rumor

Like all good, customary spyshots, there must be a certain level of blurness attached to it in order to produce the "hurriedly captured under covert conditions" look. The latest device to experience this treatment is the rumored Palm Gandolf that...

Mini God speakers for simple minds

I love the tiki gods that tribal people pay homage to - those sure are some excellent pieces of art. If you're like me and wish you had some tiki god to look at in your cubicle, why not...

Mousepad that does it all

While we have seen mice that do a whole lot more than act as a pointing peripheral (Skype mouse, anyone?), those would really go down well when paired with a multi-functional mousepad. This mousepad not only provides a place for...

Wireless USB to take off?

Pioneers in technology are often hit hard in the wallet, as evident by Wireless USB hubs that cost from $200 upwards (the Belkin Cable-Free USB Hub retails for $199). Not only that, you won't see sales take off until...

Philips NAS takes simple route

Philips has recently unveiled one of the simplest Network Attached Storage (NAS) drives in the market since it looks just like a plain external hard drive, using an Ethernet cable in lieu of a USB cord to hook up to...

TerraTec Noxon 2 iPod speaker

It is a universal fact that iPod speakers generally contain the same features, but TerraTec aims to bring something a little different from the ordinary with the Noxon 2 iPod speaker. This audio device comes with an iPod dock, an...

Bath time gets fun with Aqua Rain

Are you looking for something that will spruce up your bath time? The Aqua Rain fits the bill perfectly, coming in a small device that lights up via LEDs to illuminate your tub, changing its color hues with time. Not...

HP Slimline s3000y is diminutive

While the Mac Mini pioneered the small, affordable desktop computer segment, HP has taken this market niche further with its Slimline s3000y. It is not as small as Apple's offering, but it comes in a glossy black exterior that is...

Samsung E848 slider for the Olympics

Samsung will be making a splash at the 2008 Beijing Olympics by unveiling the E848 handset, although scant little details regarding this cellphone has been released other than a 2 megapixel camera. The body takes on a slider form factor,...

Nokia begins to ship N77

Nokia will start to ship its N77 multimedia computer in Finland, with Vietnam and India to follow next. Nokia claims that the N77 will make the TV experience a mobile one, featuring a 2.4" widescreen display, a pair of...

Digital Picture Converter

Hammacher is offering the Slide and Negative to Digital Picture Converter device that actually converts old 35mm slides and film negatives into digital images. This makes it a snap to preserve your memories without heading to the local photo store...

Will you marry me Ring-type mouse

GlobLink recently presented a ring-type mouse that slips over your finger, removing the need for any mousepad in order to navigate through your desktop. Both the left- and right-mouse buttons are located on the opposite side of where you...

FT robot with female wiles

While most robots until today are of the male variety, very few "female" robots have made their mark in the industry. Tomotaka Takahashi from Japan wants to win one back for the females by introducing the Female Type (FT) robot....

Forbidden City Ping CD Player

The Forbidden City Ping CD Player from Opera Audio is one interestingly named CD player, and it comes with a solid-state 100 watt 2-channel amplifier in addition to a specially constructed USB input port for direct access to music...

ZTO-TV310 portable TV for cars

Are TV programs really that indispensable in our lives with the release of devices such as the ZTO-TV310? After all, considering the amount of recording devices you have available today, you would be hard pressed to think that we're...

Giant NES controller debuts

Philip Torrone is a hardcore gamer who collaborated with his team of builders to come up with this giant of a NES controller, parading it at the recently concluded Maker Faire 2007. The Giant NES controller uses wood as...

Command Key Wall Clocks to the fore

Show your guests just how geeky you are with this range of Command Key Wall Clocks! The only thing that makes them stand out from boring, traditional designs would be the bright range of colors along with actual words taken...

Sony unveils SR5C, SR8 HD camcorders

While Sony already has some High Definition camcorders for sale, there is always room for improvement and this is exactly what Sony did by unveiling the HDR-SR8 and the SR5C models. The former comes with a 3.2 megapixel video sensor...

Marubeni Infotec wooden keyboard

A wooden keyboard? Sounds like something Gepetto would have made for Pinocchio. Anyways, such an input peripheral actually exists courtesy of Marubeni Infotec. This wooden keyboard comes with less than a hundred keys - 89 to be exact. It...

New Windows Vista MCE remotes

There is a new range of Windows Vista Media Center Edition PC remote controls out from Formosa21, giving users the chance to connect to a computer via a tiny USB dongle that comes with an integrated transceiver. This very transceiver...

Internet Umbrella from Japan

A couple of students from Tokyo, Japan have developed the Internet Umbrella, a device that not only keeps you dry under torrential rain, it also keeps you connected to the rest of the world via Internet. A large display...

FragBook DRX spells out the obvious

What better name to christen your gaming notebook than the FragBook DRX from Falcon Northwest. DRX stands for Desktop Replacement Extreme, and as we take a look at the specifications, chances are these will definitely outperform most gaming rigs,...

Twiddle dee, twiddle dum

Speech has lifted the curtain on its Twiddle Bluetooth stereo speakers that take on a robotic look at Computex 2007. The speakers are located on the Twiddle's two L-shaped appendages, while the main unit comes with five buttons -...

Hi-Tech Wealth unveils S116

Solar-powered cellphones are definitely a boon to the industry, and Hi-Tech Wealth from China has recently launched the first commercialized solar-powered handset in the world - the S116. Features of this unique cellphone include a microSD memory card slot and...

June 8, 2007

TomTom drops GO 520

TomTom will be phasing out the older GO 510 by releasing the newer TomTom GO 520. The successor to the GO 510 won't be available across the pond though, as it will be an Europe-only release, featuring local maps...

MSI unveils GX700 notebook

MSI has released the GX700 gaming notebook that targets the female crowd, featuring some pretty impressive specifications that make this suitable for gaming purposes. What you get inside this package is a 1.3 megapixel webcam, an Intel Centrino Duo...

Gforce Power LED Calendar Clock

If you're looking for a timepiece that offers a little something different for your bedroom, the Gforce Power LED Calendar Clock fits the bill just fine. Not only does it tell the current time, date, and temperature in large,...

iBluon Bluetooth audio transmitter

Bluetooth technology is definitely a boon to music lovers everywhere as it helps get rid of the tangled mess that resulted from the Walkman generation. Unfortunately, not every device comes with Bluetooth capability, which is why we have the iBluon...

iPenguin joins list of iAnimal alumni

Sega's iDog was a relatively successful accessory to the iPod when it was released a few years ago, and we now have the iPenguin from the same company. This pair of casual speakers are able to react to audio input,...

Motorola MC17 portable shopping scanner

Motorola aims to make shopping all the more easier with the MC17 portable shopping scanner. Strangely enough, it runs on Windows CE 5.0 and IE 6.0 to give you the current object's price in addition to comparable brands and their...

Mobile on Desktop chassis

Ever heard of the Mobile on Desktop MoDT) chassis? I haven't either until today (looks like I have filled the quota for learning something new every day), stumbling across a story about the ML02 from SilverStone. What you get is...

HacVision Cease & Desist GPS system

The HacVision Cease & Desist is a pretty obscure name but like the good Bard put it, a rose by any other name smells just as sweet, which means their GPS navigation system ought to offer a pretty decent...

Put that pooch to work

Animal lovers might cry foul with this dog-powered scooter, but it makes perfect sense when you think about global warming and ever rising gas prices. Simply dubbed THE DOG, you need a reasonably sized dog to pull you around...

Sinox locks your controller down

Sinox has unveiled its security device for console controllers at Computex 2007, and I must say this is one of the more unique releases in the console accessory market thus far. A trio of dials similar to those found...

USB drive goes bling again

We've seen some blinged out USB flash drives in the past, but those are often objects of beauty that can stand as decorative pieces on its own. This gold USB drive, on the other hand, can be classified as a...

Q2 Designs unveil trio of laptops

Q2 Designs has recently lifted the curtain on three custom laptops that will be able to come painted in a color of your choice, including lipstick pink, lavender, and rose pink. The smallest size stands at 12", while the...

A4Tech X6–287D GLaser Mouse

Most optical mice I know when placed on a shiny or glass surface act as though they're penguins walking in the Sahara. The A4Tech X6–287D GLaser Mouse aims to reverse that trend with its dual focus lens design that uses...

JVC unleashes 110 inch monster

When it comes to plasma, bigger is certainly better. JVC agrees with this with its latest creation known as the HD-110MH80. Featuring a mind blowing 110" of viewing real estate, the HD-110MH80 utilizes D-ILA technology that gives 1,920 x...

June 7, 2007

WiTricity delivers power sans wires

Sending power without the need for wires has long been a dream, but U.S. researchers are getting closer to their goal after a developing a system known as WiTricity that successfully delivers power to devices sans wires. Their experiment...

LG X820 PC is book-sized

LG updates the Lluon series of desktops at Computex 2007 by introducing the X820. This mini desktop will use Intel's latest Series 3 chipset that manages to reduce power consumption without sacrificing speed. Features include an Intel Core 2...

Bear robot carries injured humans

Remember those heroic stories that we keep on watching in movies, where a soldier defies unbelievable odds by returning to a hot zone just to bring an injured comrade back to base? That task can now be assigned to the...

Acme notebook comes with 3 screens

Having a multi-display workspace will definitely improve productivity, as you get to see more at a glance and won't have to minimize so many windows at once. Acme has dropped the 'Portable Industrial PC' that has the ability to...

MSI MS-5552 Bluetooth MP3 player

While the iPod has all but conquered the portable media player market, its Achilles' Heel would be the battery life, or rather, the lack of it. Barely capable of running for more than a few hours, this weakness has been...

MPlayer inspired by Mickey

The MPlayer is a Mickey Mouse inspired MP3 player that carries Disney's branding, and it has taken the screenless route that for some odd reason or another, seems to be a pretty popular choice among MP3 player manufacturers. The shape...

Dual-Access Computer Case

Ever gone traveling with your notebook packed neatly into your suitcase, only to realize what a mistake that was as you're bored out of your mind while sitting next to a snoring, fat man? The Dual-Access Computer Case comes in...

Philips goes serpentine with webcams

Philips have introduced a couple of new 1.3 megapixel webcams, and they are the SPC520NC and SPC220NC. They both come with a mount that reflects the change in monitors used today - no longer do you get a long, flat...

iHome iH4P pretty in pink

How many of you use your iPods as an alarm clock as well? If you fall into that category, check out the iHome iH4P Alarm Clock that will sit on any dressing room table nicely. Whenever your iPod nano is...

Belkin unveils 4 new iPod accessories

Belkin has recently dropped an announcement which encompasses a quartet of iPod accesories to enhance your entertainment experience with Apple's best selling portable media player. The PowerDock AV charges and plays you iPod via a home entertainment center and offers...

M43 portable media player hits Korea

Digital Cube of Korea has just made available its M43 portable media player, and this device will definitely keep you entertained no matter where you go with its 4.3" widescreen touch-sensitive display. A 30GB hard drive (with the option...

AU Optronics show off new LCD panel

AU Optronics has recently unveiled its new 2.2" TFT LCD that lays claim to having the slimmest border in the world, measuring a mere 0.9mm on both the left and right sides, making that a half size smaller than products...

Inventec K871 Pocket PC Phone unveiled

Inventec's latest offering, the K871 Pocket PC Phone was unveiled at Computex 2007 and as with any other self-respecting Pocket PC device these days, it runs on the Windows Mobile 6.0 operating system. The design isn't exactly inspiring, and...

Nokia N76 jumps on designer bandwagon

Looks like a cellphone's specifications and price just won't push sales by themselves anymore these days, causing phone manufacturers to team up with designers to create "special editions" that are nothing but money grabbing opportunities. Nokia has just hooked up...

Glofiish M700 smartphone sneak peek

The Glofiish M700 claims to be the first sliding keyboard Pocket PC Phone with GPS, WiFi, and Windows Mobile 6.0 rolled into one together. Sounds like a handful for the battery if you ask me. Nevertheless, on to the...

King of Superman phone is a hoot

After going through a few posts about quality handsets, lets take a break from those prima donnas and enter the dark, dank world of cloned handsets. This China-inspired effort is known as the "King of Superman" phone, and it...

BenQ E72 smartphone presented

BenQ has just lifted the curtain off the E72 smartphone at Computex 2007, and what you get is a candybar handset that runs on Windows Mobile 6.0 Standard, powered by a TI OMAP 1030 260Mhz processor and is ably...

Sharp gives W-ZERO 3 an upgrade

Sharp's WillCOM W-ZERO 3 smartphone will receive an upgrade, and will henceforth be known as the W-ZERO 3 Advance. Sounds more like a video game console if you ask me. Anyway, the upgrade includes a slimmer body (17.9mm) complete...

Glofiish parades X800 Pocket PC Phone

Computex Taipei 2007 certainly sees a whole flurry of activity, and Glofiish has taken this opportunity to present the X800 Pocket PC Phone to the masses. This HSDPA-enabled quad-band GSM handset is powered by a Samsung SC3 2442 500Mhz...

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Okoro PC supports high-def DVDs

Okoro has recently launched a couple of new computers that are able to support both Blu-ray and HD DVD formats, bringing high definition entertainment to your living room at a price. You will have to fork out a minimum of...

Pinnacle PCTV HD Pro Stick dumbed down

Pinnacle has dumbed down the PCTV HD Pro Stick by removing a couple of features, resulting in the PCTV HD Stick (no longer a Pro) and a lower price point of $99.99. Features lost include a mini remote control...

Solar powered wireless speakers

Camping outdoors is fun, but the entire experience is made all the more enjoyable when you have some music to groove to. The solar powered wireless speaker offers something new and different the next time you head out to the...

Samsung VM-X300 camcorder

Ever wanted to capture that picture perfect moment but failed to just because your camera could not boot up quick enough? Thankfully for us, Samsung understands such a predicament and came up with the VM-X300 camcorder that is ready for...

Thanko keyboard goes silent

Thanko has recently made available its Silent Keyboard for those who often work late into the night, and this Japanese-layout USB keyboard comes with silicone springs that minimizes the amount of sound generated when you're pounding away at the keys...

Asahi Robocco BeerBot opens cans

Japanese seem to get all the cool robots, and this Asahi Robocco BeerBot confirms that fact. This unique robot can store up to half a dozen cans of beer in its belly (which coincidentally, is a refrigerator). Whenever you...

Lock Alarm screams when trouble appears

Securing your luggage when traveling is important, but many a time our best efforts still fall to the hands of silent thieves. The Lock Alarm ensures the probability of such a calamity befall you is lowered, as it will...

Everybody hates mosquitoes

Camping by the beach during the summer is fun, but the scourge of mosquitoes is an ever present danger. Rubbing a generous amount of mosquito repellent will help, but not by much. Besides, you wouldn't want to end up smelling...

Nintendo DS Lite gets new peripheral

Just when Nintendo raised the ante for handheld consoles with its touchscreen controls, a new game called Slide Adventure: Mag Kid will come with a peripheral that plugs into Slot-2 (the one where you stuff GBA carts inside) on the...

Marvell 88F5182 does BitTorrent

Marvell has a spanking new chip available for hardware manufacturers everywhere, and the 88F5182 will be BitTorrent capable. This means hardware such as set top boxes, network attached storage, and others will be able to use BitTorrent as the medium...

SiRFDirect technology announced

GPS manufacturer SiRF has just announced the SiRFDirect technology that empowers GPS navigation manufacturers to offer tracking and accuracy capabilities that are currently found in higher end systems. This new technology utilizes heading and acceleration data from the sensor embeddded...

Oval Keychain Digital Photo

Gadget mavens Brando is now offering the Oval Keychain Digital Photo device that lets you carry your favorite memories wherever you go, as long as there is some power left inside the device. You can carry this around by itself,...

June 6, 2007

Pretec S-Diamond the first miCard

Pretec holds the honor of releasing the first commercial miCard to consumers, dubbed the S-Diamond. Each miCard comes with its own USB adapter, and in this case it clearly resembles the size and shape of the standard SD card...

Robotic Mount for your HDTVs

As the TVs you purchase get larger and larger, adjusting them for the perfect viewing angle can be quite a pain. More often than not, you have to adjust yourself according to the TV instead, which is why this...

Clairvoyante makes LCDs more efficient

Clairvoyante is on a quest to make LCDs more efficient, and their solution consists of its PenTile RGBW display. Apparently, Clairvoyante claims that this new display will prolong battery life on laptops and cellphones by up to 50%. The...

MSI unveils GX600 gaming notebook

Gaming is big business, but unfortunately most notebooks don't pack enough punch to offer a decent gaming experience while you're on the road. MSI is offering the GX600 gaming notebook that comes with pretty impressive specifications, all packed into...

Webble keeps feet rejuvenated at desk

Sitting down at the desk for the better part of the day doing work is definitely not good for you, which is why the Webble could be an interesting alternative to help alleviate some of your work-related stress. This...

Benheck project a letdown

Benheck has really inspired video gamers all over the world with his past creations, but unfortunately the first Benheck-branded project doesn't seem to elicit much excitement (in me anyways). Of all things we have a pair of virtual 5.1...

Reddy robot gets emotional

Reddy is a robot that is smart enough to display emotions, contorting its face in different ways to achieve the desired effect thanks to a grand total of nine working servos. It is hoped that future iterations of Reddy...

Sirtec unveils video card power supply

Sirtec believes that video cards require their own power supplies these days, and have unveiled a range of these at Computex 2007. Known as the "High Power" PSU, these will ship in 350, 400, and 620 watt ranges -...

Microsoft Kitchen Client concept

Microsoft looks hell bent on controlling your entire home in the future, with the Kitchen Client concept targeting where else but the kitchen. This device will be aware of its surroundings, interacting with Windows Live in the process. In addition,...

Hitachi externalizes hard drive line up

Hitachi will be unveiling its line of external USB hard drives in an attempt to capture the lucrative direct attached storage market, with models offering storage capacities ranging from 500GB to 1TB in size. The case looks as though...

Xbox 360 skills essential in Iraq

The U.S. Army have been trained to use Small Unmanned Ground Vehicles (SUGVs) as these reduce the risk of being a casualty on the battlefield as a robot acts as their eyes, ears, and possibly triggerfingers in highly dangerous...

I-O Data MF241X ready for HD onslaught

I-O Data's new MF241X LCD monitor is not only meant for work but pleasure as well. This 24" LCD monitor comes with all the necessary inputs regardless of source and boasts the ability to display graphics beyond 1080p resolution....

Olympus teases us with new SLR

Olympus has shrouded their upcoming camera in white - literally, as seen from the image above. The prices of DSLR cameras have certainly dropped over the years to more affordable levels, so we're just dying in anticipation to know...

Mio m702 GPS smartphone

Mio has just unveiled the m702 GPS smartphone that packs a fairly impressive amount of technology within. What you get inside this smartphone is a dedicated keypad and the ability to switch between phone and GPS modes at the...

Shade Blade sunglass concept

The Shade Blade might not be the most aesthetically pleasing pair of sunglasses that you have set your eyes upon, but it comes with the interesting idea of adding a solar array visor on top, using sunlight to charge...

Intel unveils Donley concept

Intel certainly has its hands full with plenty of new PC designs being released lately. The latest of those would be the Donley concept that comes in a 5" form factor which is currently being paraded at Computex 2007....

Nokia CK-15W comes with display

Ever tried to control your cellphone while you're driving? That's an extremely dangerous (and silly) thing to do as your eyes will have to shift between the road and the phone's screen every second or so. Nokia's Bluetooth Display Car...

MSI PR200 unveiled at Computex

Computex 2007 is the stage where MSI has chosen to present its new PR200 notebook to the world. This all-white notebook is certainly pleasing to the eye (save for the MSI logo in front that seems to shout), but...

UV Sensor tells you to get under the shade

Fun in the sun? Those days are long gone, as people get more educated about the dangers of skin cancer and wrinkled skin when they spend too much time basking under the sun just like their reptilian friends. While sunscreen...

Panasonic DVD burner gets slim

Looks like Panasonic has sent their latest Multi DVD burner to the fat house, as it measures a mere 7mm thin! That makes the Panasonic Multi DVD burner the thinnest in the world, breaking the previous record that measured...

Asus U1F paraded at Computex

Asus' U1F laptop is currently on show at Computex 2007 in Taiwan, and this lightweight laptop tips the scales at a mere 1kg. Not only is it extremely portable, the U1F is jam-packed with the latest technology, including an...

Culinare One Touch automatic can opener

Opening tin cans can be quite a hassle, which is why the Culinare One Touch automatic can opener is an essential kitchen tool. You no longer have to run the risk of cutting your finger with this device - all...

Porsche Design P9521 cellphone

A closer look at the Porsche Design P'9521 cellphone reveals that the handset's casing was made out of a solid aluminum block - something different when it comes to producing cellphones. An interesting feature consists of the double hinge...

Samsung has new SPH-W2400 out

Koreans have benefitted yet again from Samsung's industry as the electronics giant has recently unveiled the SPH-W2400 (also known as the SCH-W240) handset. This phone comes with a rotating display that is reminiscent of the first generation of DMB...

Google Checkout, free, forever... bye bye Paypal!

Google's online payment service, Google Checkout, looks more and more like a deadly rival to eBay's Paypal... so we learned, after chatting with Patrick Chanezon, a Google API evangelist, at yesterday's Salesforce.com/Google event. Google Checkout and AdWords: a virtuous...

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The Cult of the Amateur launches today

If you are interested to know why "Digg is very dangerous", read Andrew Keen's new book, The Cult of the Amateur. I do not agree with the author but I greatly appreciate his effort to push all of us to...

Hello Kitty notebook available

For the love of all things good on this earth, will somebody send a memo to Sanrio Corporation in Japan that there is more than enough Hello Kitty products in circulation already? Apparently they haven't gotten the message, with...

FCC approves Sanyo NVM 4070

The folks at the FCC have recently given their collective nods for Sanyo's NVM 4070 GPS navigation system, which means the probability of it appearing on the U.S. market is pretty high. This mid-range product comes with a 4"...

Icron USB interface is revolutionary

Icron has developed a USB interface that communicates using existing powerlines in the home - all you need to do is plug any USB device into a hub which is subsequently plugged into the wall and you're good to go....

Asus goes wooden with prototype

Asus has taken advantage of the Computex Taipei 2007 event by unveiling the wooden notebook prototype.that picked up the Best Choice award for Product Design. It looks pretty sweet IMHO, but I wonder if the wood will warp after...

Dell Latitude D420 sports SSD

Dell will be throwing in a 32GB solid state drive (SSD) into the new Latitude D420 laptop in favor of the traditional hard drive. While 32GB is very small in comparison to today's laptop hard drives, the fact that it...

Humax launches PVR-9200T

Humax has recently taken the PVR-T9200T Freeview Playback recorder and given it a makeover, turning it into one of the first Freeview Playback digital TV recorders in the market at the moment. What you get with the PVR-T9200T Freeview...

Sony concepts need no batteries

Sony has recently unveiled the Odo range of concepts that will probably sell well if they ever make it into production. Some of the offerings from the Odo range include the Spin 'N' Snap camera, requiring you to place a...

Philips X200 has extendable neck

Philips has unveiled the X200 ultra portable laptop that comes with an extendable neck where you don't have to hunch over while doing your work. The extendable display is a 12.1" widescreen complete with a 1.3 megapixel camera, 1GB of...

Blancier Worldtimer 1 is truly global

It is safe to assume that the Blancier Worldtimer 1 is the first wristwatch in the world that displays all 39 time zones on earth correctly, thanks to an extremely accurate 18th century Lambert projection map of the globe. The...

Hard Drive Desk Clock makes good gift

With Father's Day a couple of weeks away, why not venture into the realm of the unconventional by picking up the Hard Drive Desk Clock instead of sticking to the same old tie and wallet gift pack? Each Hard...

Iron Phone a hot idea

I'm not sure if I will ever warm up to this idea, but the Iron Phone designed by Jelle de Brujin is certainly one hot concept. Compatible with Siemens cellphones only, the iron will only activate whenever your phone is...

Gesture recognition for phones

The Nintendo Wii has truly been an unprecedented success by any way you look at it, and NTT DoCoMo thinks so by working on a couple of new handsets that will incorporate gesture recognition technology. The phones will be part...

June 5, 2007

This digital paper talketh

Fancy having a digital paper that responds verbally to a user's touch? Researchers from Mid Sweden University have come up with exactly that, where the prototype display utilizes conductive inks which are sensitive to pressure as well as printed speakers...

Kansei robot displays emotions

The Kansei robot from Japan offers a whole new level of interactivity, featuring a silicon face mask and 19 movable parts that make him capable of expressing up to three dozen facial expressions in reaction to word associations. He...

Lounging Pillow for couch potatoes

The Lounging Pillow would make the perfect addition to any living room, and it comes in a cube-shaped cotton/ploy cushion with holes in each of its half dozen sides. Whenever you rest your head on one of the sides,...

Abduction Lamp for alien seekers

If you still think that extra terrestrial lifeforms are out there, the Abduction Lamp would make a very good addition to your living room. Designed by Lasse Klein, this light fixture requires you to fix a light bulb within the...

Ghetto Blaster gets design update

Unfortunately, this update remains just that - in the design realm. Remember the ghetto blasters of yore that became entrenched in street culture? Designer Dirk Winkle has come up with an updated design which acts as an extension of...

Acer Aspire notebooks sound better

Acer's range of Aspire notebooks will now come with the Dolby Home Theater suite that boasts advanced home theater audio features and premium surround sound experiences, although I seriously wonder just how much better it sounds. After all, as long...

iPod case goes titanium

With a deluge of iPod cases in the market these days, what sets one apart from the other? Plenty, ranging from designs to material used. The Titanium iPod case certainly takes the cake when it comes to durability, far outlasting...

Tangent releases Mini Fanless PC

Computers are pretty fragile stuff, and they often fall prey to the victims of dust, shock, vibration, extreme temperatures, and electro-magnetic interference. Tangent's Rugged Mini Fanless PC laughs at all those hazards mentioned in the face as it was designed...

X-Keys Stick speed dialer

Shortcuts are a boon to computer users, but somehow the deluge of shortcuts associated with different programs to be remembered can be quite challenging, which is why the X-Keys Stick speed dialer makes this task easy. Users can record virtually...

SigmaTel announces STMP3700

SigmaTel has recently dropped its fifth generation System On Chip (SoC) known as the STMP3700. Sigmatel lays claim that this is "the most integrated mixed-signal SoC available for the PMP market, offering a higher level of processing power to enable...

Via enters UMPC fray with NanoBook

The Computex 2007 expo has certainly seen its fair share of new stuff released, with the NanoBook from Via being one of them. This full-fledged notebook comes with a tiny 7" display, making it look more like a portable...

Intel to develop Eee PC with Asustek

Intel and Asustek have joined forces to work on a new laptop that targets developing countries, and this lovechild from their union will be known as the Eee PC. The Eee PC can be seen as a rival to the...

AMD Home Cinema reference design

AMD has just lifted the curtain on its Home Cinema reference design that targets third party designers to customize it accordingly while highlighting the media-savvy features of AMD's efforts from the hardware and software point of view. You will...

Apple MacBook Pros go Santa Rosa

The new range of MacBook Pros are definitely something to shout about, as the 15" model boasts a mercury-free, power-efficient LED-backlit display while the 17" model has an optional high-resolution display. Both MacBook Pros come with an integrated iSight...

Chi Machine helps get your flow right

The Chi Machine is a simple device that moves your ankles from side to side as you lie prone on your back. While it might sound rather relaxing, the Chi Machine actually moves up to 144 rotations per minute, making...

Sound Wizard turns violin into Strad

If people say that your violin playing sounds terrible, perhaps you could blame it on the cheap violin. Unfortunately, you can throw that excuse out of the window with the Sound Wizard. This electronic device picks up the sound recorded...

USB memory goes bling

PJ Jewelry is currently taking custom orders from anyone who is interested to tote around a bling bling USB flash drive, complete with a silver body known as 'Shining'. The image on the left is meant for males while...

Amtek parades U560 at Computex 2007

Amtek has lifted the curtain of its miniscule UMPC known as the U560 at Computex 2007 in Taiwan. This tiny wonder comes with a 4.8" LCD display with a maximum resolution of 1,024 x 600 and is powered by...

Toshiba unveils RX1/T9A DynaBook

Toshiba's Dynabooks are back with a bang, and their flagship model, the RX1/T9A leads the assault with an Intel Core 2 Duo U7500 1.06GHz processor, a 12.1" display at a resolution of 1280 x 800, WiFi connectivity, and 1GB...

Robot capable of 3D manuscript scanning

A robot has been developed to scan manuscripts in complete 3D, including every single tear, wrinkle, and imperfection thanks to the laser scanner mounted on a robotic arm. An image of the current page will be taken via a 39...

Hummer HT1 phone sneak peek

Mention Hummer and you will probably have an image of an environmentally unfriendly vehicle that is a firm favorite with hip hop stars and celebrities. The company has a new offering that won't guzzle up gas like there's no...

HTC Touch to challenge iPhone

The iPhone might not be out yet, but you can already find challengers arriving at the market. One of them would be the HTC Touch, and this smartphone has been squarely aimed at the iPhone's target market. Previously known as...

Robert Brunner: the guy who hired Jonathan Ive!

A bit of nostalgia here. During his presentation yesterday at the Computer History Museum event on Former Apple Industrial Designers, Robert Brunner was quite prolific about his former employee and the current "iconic" Apple designer, at the origin of...

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Sony ICD-F7000 alarm clock

Sony has unveiled a brand new CD tuner Alarm Clock known as the ICD-F7000. You now no longer have any more reason not to get out of bed late with the ICD-F7000 as it features a double alarm, ensuring...

Pacsafe keeps your laptops safe

For those whose lives revolve around the laptop, keeping it safe is definitely of prime importance. Pacsafe offers a wide range of computer bags that keep your laptop safe from external damage, thanks to the special strapping material that...

Meraki outdoor WiFi repeater

Solar powered WiFi is definitely an idea worth visiting, and Meraki is offering the outdoor WiFi repeater that is meant to work with their own indoor repeater, broadcasting a signal up to 700 feet away, although to be on...

Panasonic reveals Lumix DMC-FS2

Panasonic has recently unveiled the Lumix DMC-FS2 digital camera that comes in a wide of variety of colors, with the pink color especially prone to capture any lady's heart. The DMC-FS2 comes with a 7.2 megapixel CCD sensor, a...

Oticon Epoq is one speed demon

The speed we're talking about here refers to the rate of data transfer, as the Oticon Epoq is capable of communicating up to a hundred times faster than standard hearing instruments that are currently available in the market. This is...

DS Lite receives humongous battery pack

Everyone knows just how the Nintendo DS Lite is a miser when it comes to battery life (in comparison with its rival, the PSP of course), giving you many hours of gameplay before requiring a recharge. More often than...

Tack gaming onto exercise bike

While everyone knows that exercise is good for you, going about it in a disciplined manner on a regular basis is an entirely different affair. The X-Bike Sony PSP Kit aims to lighten up that dreary experience on an...

AiGuru S2 unveiled

Asus has been working on the successor to the AiGuru S1 VoIP Skype phone, and (surprise, surprise) it will be known as the AiGuru S2. While the S1 looked like a Nokia candybar handset from the 90s, the S2...

XT1100 rugged Tablet PC runs off VIA

Rugged computers seem to be more commonplace these days as consumers appreciate the value of having their data remain intact despite the accidental spill or drop. The XT1100 rugged Tablet PC from ACA Digital does not come with Intel's...

SanDisk ups ante in SSD market

SanDisk has taken the opportunity to introduce a couple of new solid state drives at Computex Taipei 2007. They are the 1.8" SanDisk 64GB UATA 5000 and the 2.5" 64GB SATA 5000 SSD, where both solid state drives come with...

Western Digital fattens up Caviar SE16

Western Digital is certainly doing its part to prolong the life of hard drives as much as possible in the wake up solid state drives that are picking up momentum in the consumer market. The latest Caviar SE16 drive will...

Turtle Beach Ear Force AK-R8 headphones

Turtle Beach has taken the contents of a physical surround sound system and miniaturized them into a pair of headphones, with the result being the Ear Force AK-R8 headphones. Each earpiece proudly comes with a dedicated sub driver in...

Asustek Computer enter sound card fray

Asustek Computer is eyeing the high-end segment of the sound card market and has signaled its intent in doing so by unveiling the Xonar D2 sound card at Computex 2007. This sound card takes advantage of the Asusutek-developed AV200 chip...

Panasonic unveils CF-52 notebook

The Panasonic CF-52 is yet another Santa Rosa-based notebook, featuring a speedy 2.0GHz processor, a maximum of 4GB RAM, a 120GB shock-mounted hard drive, Bluetooth and WiFi connectivity (sorry, no draft 802.11n here), 3G support, and a choice between 15.4"...

Patent for perfect swing device

There is nothing quite like perfecting your swing in order to impress your mates at the golf course, and Robert Grober from Yale University hopes to help you achieve that dream by patenting his perfect swing device which comes with...

Stuffed Bear Cam from SolidAlliance

SolidAlliance of Japan has had some hits and misses in the past with its range of USB flash drives, but I personally think the Stuffed Bear Cam falls into the latter category. The costume of this webcam is meant...

Canon unveils 50 megapixel sensor

Canon has recently introduced its prototype CMOS sensor that captures images in 50 megapixel glory - twice the resolution of Canon's closetst competitor. What makes this achievement all the more impressive is the fact that Canon managed to shrink this...

Nokia 7500 gets FCC approval

While the Luna is an impressive looking cellphone by any standard, the Finnish cellphone manufacturer isn't going to just sit on its laurels, as the FCC has recently given their nod of approval for the 7500. Very little is...

June 4, 2007

Laptop Desk 2.0 cools and enhances typing

I have been using LapWorks' laptop desk 2.0 since last January's MacWorld and now I find hard to separate it from my MacBook, especially in bed! The laptop desk has two "modes": desk and laptop. The video also shows the...

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Robots to help autistic children

Dr. Robins is part of a team that develops robots which work with special needs children, helping the young ones interact better while attempting to overcome their learning ability. Initial studies and tests show that these robots were very well...

Jensen NVX230W works across the pond

Choosing a GPS navigation system can be pretty tricky, especially when you travel across the Atlantic ocean frequently. Most GPS systems require you to purchase a disc or download the European mapset, but Jensen's new NVX230W comes pre-loaded with...

Eurocom to launch revised Phantom D900C

While many programs still do not take advantage of dual core processing, Eurocom has jumped the gun by launching a quad-core laptop known as the Phantom D900C. This laptop is a 17" behemoth that is powered by an Intel Core...

Acer Ferrari PDA coming up

Acer and Ferrari have taken their collaboration one step further by working on a new PDA, although I wonder why this route was taken as PDAs are all but dead. While this unnamed PDA has yet to come with an...

Broken iPod screen recycled to iTop

While most of us often shed a tear (or two) when we crack our iPod screen, other more creative people see an opportunity to turn the situation around by transforming the fractured iPod into a miniscule laptop. Owen McGarry...

Glowing and dancing rubber duckies

Rubber duckies are old hat - these days the only way to grab your attention during bath time would be to throw in extra attention grabbing stunts such as glowing and dancing rubber duckies. Dubbed the "I Love New Yoku"...

Portable USB Paper Shredder

If you're a busy executive who is always on the go, make sure you don't leave a paper trail behind where competitors will be able to sabotage you and your organization later on. The Portable USB Paper Shredder ensures that...

Ubixon Bluetooth headset with display

Ubixon is currently working on a next generation Bluetooth headset that comes with a display. This unique device's display features high contrast indoors as well as outdoors without the help of a back light found on existing displays. There...

Optoma makes HD affordable

Full HD is something most of the working class still dream of, but time and technology have driven the costs to a more affordable range. Optoma proved this by unveiling the HD80 projector that does 1080p at the relatively...

Oluce Stone Outdoor Lamps

Fancy teching up your home's landscape? The Oluce Stone Outdoor Lamps are guaranteed to do the job well, and they are much hardier than they look being made from durable, weather-resistant polyethylene. You can choose from plug-in or hardwired models,...

Headlight works with navigation system

Fancy a pair of headlights that work in tandem with map information stored within your vehicle's navigation system? Denso of Japan offers exactly that with its Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) which moves according to the steering angle and vehicle...

Toshiba SD-L912A for notebooks

Toshiba has just dropped the SD-L912A HD DVD-RW drive for notebooks, but that isn't the only good news. The best thing about the SD-L912A is its thickness of a mere 0.5", making it take the slimmest crown at the...

iVoice Direct Radiating iPod system

The iVoice Direct Radiating iPod sound system is one multi-tasking device that gives you direct access to video output from the iPod by connecting it to an external display device. Not only that, the iVoice Direct Radiating iPod sound...

PeaceMaker interesting but redundant

The toilet seat dilemma has plagued mankind ever since it existed - females like it down while males like it up. The PeaceMaker gives a hands-free solution, being a pedal-driven toilet seat lifter that lifts it up whenever you step...

HP goes green with rp5700

HP has taken steps to keep the earth green by introducing the rp5700 desktop computer, picking up a gold rating for the U.S. government Electronic Products Assessment Tool in the process thanks to the choice of components and materials used....

SunBriteTV to introduce outdoor LCD

With summer looming across the horizon, holding outdoor barbeques is definitely high on anybody's To Do list. What better way to keep your guests entertained than by showing the latest Hollywood blockbusters on an outdoor LCD TV? SunBriteTV has just...

Brenthavens iPod Flip Case

Just when you think the Brenthavens iPod Flip Case is an ordinary leather case, you'd be surprised to know that it has more than a single function. Flipping it over reveals a slot that doubles up as an iPod stand,...

SawStop to prevent nasty accidents

Many a person have lost their digits when working with electric saws and the like, but the SawStop safety system aims to eliminate that from ever happening again, thanks to an intelligent electronic detection system that sends the fast-acting brake...

Thomson unveils EH308 Black Diamond

Thomson's Black Diamond is a new digital audio player that also goes by the moniker EH308, but unfortunately the feature set isn't as polished as it's name. Despite the appearance that comes in a sleek, black body complete with an...

Bionic Golf Glove gives more control

Golf is a precise sport, and players love anything that will help elevate their game by another notch. The Bionic Golf Glove helps you improve your game by lessening fatigue, reducing friction, and regaining club control. Designed by a famous...

Dacky Healing Partner Dog

If you're in the hunt for a canine friend but do not want to bear the hassle of all the cleaning and grooming, why not check out the Dacky Healing Partner Dog? This electronic canine from Japan comes with...

GoBook MR-1 is a toughie

General Dynamics has just released the GoBook MR-1, and this is one tough little number in terms of UMPC models. Weighing a couple of pounds and measuring roughly the size of a small jewelry box, the GoBook MR-1 comes with...

CPR Teddy hones life saving skills

If you're planning on keeping your CPR skills in tip top condition, there is no better way than to practice it on a daily basis. The CPR Teddy definitely aids you in that department, where squeezing one of it's paws...

TX-0088 does it all

All as in entertainment. The TX-0088 packs a potent punch, featuring DVD playback, support for MPEG 4 videos burned onto a disc or a USB flash drive, while the integrated TV receiver enables you to receive broadcasts in PAL, SECAM,...

Odyssey Ultimate frisbee is bright

I really wonder who wants to play frisbee in the dark as the risk of running into obstacles or tripping over is way higher, but apparently that hasn't stopped anyone from coming up with the Odyssey Ultimate frisbee. Touted...

Satmap Active 10 handheld GPS system

Satmap Systems has recently released the Active 10 handheld GPS system, and lays claim to being the first device that offers fully integrated digital maps and GPS hardware. The Active 10 comes with a 3.5" backlit color display, a built-in...

Pega HK unveils Wii portable screen

Pega HK has released a portable screen attachment for the Wii, making it follow the footsteps of the PlayStation 2 and PSOne consoles. What you get is a full 7" of viewing area and keystroke control for volume and color...

Spacewriter is perfect for raves

What is a Saturday night without partying till the wee hours of the morning? Any rave will definitely be more interesting with the Spacewriter LTC123. This party device enables you to send messages through the air by waving an...

FlareSafe personal safety device

The FlareSafe is one device no outdoor person should do without, as it combines a powerful LED torch, an optical smoke detector, and a 110db distress alarm that will go on for up to 60 hours uninterrupted. Sounds like a...

Boxwave unveils extended 755p battery

Boxwave has just released the extended battery for Palm's Treo 755p, making them allegedly the first company to come out with a third party battery solution for the Treo 755p. Known as the ElectraSpan Extended Battery, this high capacity rechargeable...

Navy unveils Underwater Defense Gun

The U.S. Navy certainly aren't doing nothing about countering the unwewater terrorist threat, with the Underwater Defense Gun being a special weapon that fires a stiletto-type dart that provides range, accuracy, and lethality under water. Each barrel can only fire...

Samsung SGH-E590 designer phone

Samsung has recently unveiled the SGH-E590 that was designed by Jasper Morrison, and this cellphone targets the fashion conscious. The E590 features simple contours and clean lines that make up the candybar design, with a 1.8" 262k color display...

June 3, 2007

iPod owners will love the PocketDock AV

If you're a proud owner of an iPod, the PocketDock AV is certainly the peripheral to own. This extremely handy dock comes in an ultra-small, thumb-sized iPod adapter that offers connections for USB, line out audio, composite, and S-Video....

Reactee custom slogan T-shirt

Reactee is offering ordinary folks like you and I the abilty to respond to a custom slogan printed on a T-Shirt. All you need to do is visit the company's website, enter your preferred slogan or keyword, as well as...

miCard adds to convoluted list

As if we don't have more than enough memory card standards to contend with, the MultiMedia Card Association has recently approved the miCard (Multiple Interface Card) that is compatible with USB and MMC slots. Performance wise, the miCard does...

Van Eck phreaking sounds scary

Ever heard of Van Eck phreaking? This process describes a form of electronic eavesdropping that captures invisible radiation emitted from a computer monitor remotely. Done right, the exact image on the monitor can be reconstructed remotely, and all this via...

Asus Lamborghini VX2 roars with power

Asus' collaboration with Lamborghini has resulted in yet another high performance notebook, and this time it is the VX2 that hogs the limelight. Painted in the same Midas Yellow found on the Gallardo Superleggera, the VX2 boasts an Intel Core...

MuStik Car MP3 A200

While most MP3 players do not come with an FM transmitter, the MuStik Car MP3 A200 takes the opposite route, enabling you to enjoy your favorite tunes over your car's stereo system instead of relying on a pair of headphones...

IncipioHitch makes syncing easy

If you find synchronizing your 2G iPod nano a hassle, the IncipioHitch aims to help by turning the proprietary Apple sync and charge port found on the nano to a simple USB connector that sits at 90 degrees for...

Pentax pays tribute with AP50

The tribute in question is Pentax's original film camera released half a century ago, back when the company was known as Asahi Optical Joint Stock Co. The AP50 comes in a vintage body where the pyramid chassis holds the...

String Thing Limbo gets tech boost

While you could say that party games on the Nintendo Wii is the new limbo, there are others who still find this relatively ancient game interesting. As with everything, giving limbo a modern twist is a hit-or-miss affair, depending...

Lost & Found Sound Tag for travelers

Forget the traditional method of tying a handwritten tag to your luggage when traveling - the Lost & Found Sound Tag does the job verbally, boasting enough space to record a 20-second voice message. While you might want to throw...

Smartparts goes big on photo frame

Smartparts is offering the 15" SP15MW digital photo frame just in time for Father's Day. I often ask myself, where do you draw the line between a regular LCD monitor and a digital photo frame? Apparently 15" is too...

TurboLinux Wizpy on sale this month

The TurboLinux Wizpy is an interesting portable media player that comes with a PC-bootable version of the Linux operating system. This device can be plugged into any computer's USB port to boot up Linux, and it contains multimedia software...

Portable ball-shaped antenna

If you're one who is always in need for a cellphone tower to keep in touch with your family and business associates, this ultraportable antenna looks set to be your best bet. Shaped after a giant beach ball, this...

Sony NW-E010 is looking good

Sony looks to be picking up the pieces in the portable audio market with the release of its NW-E010 Walkman device. This latest MP3 Walkman measures the size of an ordinary USB flash drive, featuring a direct USB connection,...

Sony Ericsson work on PSP phone

Now this definitely ain't no cheap clone as documents from the FCC has shown that Sony Ericsson is indeed working on a phone based on the PSP. Not only does this handset offer you the ability to keep in...

Cantilever Umbrella follows the sun

Fancy an umbrella that follows the sun wherever it goes? The Cantilever Umbrella does just that, although it is not automatic and has to be adjusted via a foot pedal. This gigantic umbrella measures 11 feet in diameter, making it...

Murata Boy maintains balance

Murata Boy puts any human paperboy to shame for one reason - he is equipped with a gyroscope underneath the bicycle's seat which enables him to balance without keeling over even at a complete stop, minus the need for...

Thanko unveils Silent Mouse 2

I suppose there really isn't any reason to get this Silent Mouse 2 from Thanko unless you have paired it up with a silent keyboard of some sort. All five buttons emit just 36.5dB of sound during use, compared...

Teapot gets lazy

There is nothing quite like drinking some hot tea during a lazy afternoon, is there? The Lazy Teapot by Lotte Alpert is a concept that makes it all the more easy to pour out a cuppa to go with...

SHS-DL22 one-touch door lock

Building security managers ought to check out SHS-DL22 one-touch door lock that does away with the need for pesky security cards. Each of these doorknobs come with a sliding cover that slides open to reveal a fingerprint scanner. It also...

Qrio Luxy G4 portable media player

Qrio from Korea is currently offering the Luxy G4 portable media player that offers entertainment on-the-go at a budget price. This $140 device comes with 4GB of flash memory, boasting a 2.4" color TFT QVGA display at 320 x...

CB2 robot acts like human child

Researchers from Osaka University’s Graduate School of Engineering have developed the CB2 robot that was specifically programmed to act as a 1 or 2 yeard old child, with the aim of helping scientists understand the child development process better. This...

MPion MP3 player gives you a facial

Just when you think gadgets and gizmos could not get any weirder, the MPion MP3 player from Japan not only soothes you with your favorite tunes but it gives you a facial simultaneously as well. This device retails for...

June 1, 2007

Hello Kitty now knows how fat you are

Is there a gadget that has not seen Hello Kitty's mug plastered all over it? Japan's notoriously cute feline has struck again, and this time it comes in the form of a body fat meter. Other than the Hello Kitty...

Cowon L2 is a multi-tasker

Cowon brings convergence to a new level with the L2. This device brings together GPS navigation, DMB, and portable media player functionalities in a compact case that measures 191mm x 120mm x 26mm. The L2 weighs slightly more than...

Smartparts enlarges your view

While most digital photo frames come in 7" sizes, Smartparts ups the ante by unveiling the 15" monster that positions itself as a prime Father's Day gift. Featuring a viewing area as large as the average monitor back in the...

Go High Definition with little cash

Jumping onto the High Definition bandwagon can be a pretty expensive affair, but Aiptek is trying its best to make it as affordable as possible with the Aiptek Go-HD digital video camcorder. Retailing for a mere $299 (cheap by HD...

Lumi Forta LED Blob lights up your life

Are you thinking of different methods to spruce up the living room? Why settle for ornaments and paintings when you have the Lumi Forta LED Blob? It looks more like a crystal ball than anything else, save for the...

TV Phone V10 carries 2 SIM cards

Ever wish you could catch up on your favorite TV programs while on the go? If you reside in a country that supports GSM 900MHz and 1800MHz bands, the TV Phone V10 from Brando ought to be able to...

1440 VGA Gamer TV Box

If you do plenty of gaming at home and want to find a way to save some money, why not get the 1440 VGA Gamer TV Box? This device enables you to watch TV as well as play console games...

Monster iFreePlay wireless headphones

So you have a spanking new iPod Shuffle, but somehow the very idea of wearing a pair of headphones turns you off. Fear not - the Monster iFreePlay wireless headphones frees you from this tangled mess by offering an...

Aur the smart robotic lamp

The Aur smart robotic lamp is sentient enough to know where you are, ensuring you get proper lighting no matter where you go within the home. Sounds pretty unnerving, having a souless device walking after you, and yet the ingenuity...

LG XNote R500 released

LG has recently released the XNote R500 notebook that runs on Intel's latest Santa Rosa platform. This ain't no momma's boy as it does away with those pansy integrated graphics cards, settling for a mid-range video card, a lovely...

Triceratops grinds your pencils

I know that the Triceratops from the late Cretaceous Period is a vegetarian, but what I didn't know is it loved eating pencils for breakfast. That is the impression I got anyway with this Triceratops Wind-Up Pencil Sharpener. Pretty...

Parrot Party Bluetooth speaker system

The Parrot Party Bluetooth speaker system might be small in size, but it does offer a pretty decent performance via its 3W speakers. Bluetooth connectivity enables you to stream music from any Bluetooth-compatible source, giving you a portable wireless...

Garmin unveils widescreen GPS systems

Garmin has recently introduced a couple of widescreen models to grace the nuvi 200 series, and they are the 200W and 250W. The former will be the regional model, while the 250W will be marketed as the continental version...

LG GGW-H10NI does Blu-ray and HD DVD

For those of you who want to jump onto the high definition bandwagon on your computer ought to check the LG GGW-H10NI Super Multi Blue BD Drive/HD DVD Reader out. This multi-drive supports read/write capabilities of a Blu-ray disc,...

Miuro robot dances to iPod tunes

The Miuro robot is one groovy addition to any room, as it wheels about in time with music from your iPod which has been locked into the robot itself. Measuring 14" long, the 11-pound Miuro acts spontaneously and unpredictably...

Concept Fashion Watch tells time uniquely

Designer Zviad Tsikolia has fashioned the...er, Fashion Watch concept that is made from modern material, featuring an electronic date indicator and a couple of characteristic circles that take over the role of hands. The date indicator, being an electronic...

Nico robot recognizes itself

Nico is a truly unique robot, capable of recognizing itself in a mirror. This milestone robot is a project from scientists Kevin Gold and Brian Scassellati at Yale University. A camera located behind each eye will scan an object, classifying...

Ford Mondeo keeps allergies at bay

Those suffering from environmental allergies will definitely prefer the cold winter, dreading all the dust mites and pollen that wreak havoc during spring and summer. While the majority of automakers have taken the initiative to minimize the chances of...

Thinnest Bluetooth GPS receiver

The MTK Bluetooth GPS receiver from Keomo holds the distinction of being the thinnest of its kind in the world. Featuring the MTK 32 channel chipset on board along with a long lasting 1050 mAh li-ion battery, the MTK...

Viteo garden shower does it in reverse

Viteo aims to take advantage of the law of gravity by unveiling the upside down Viteo garden shower, featuring inverted step-on shower sprays that offer a radically different showering experience. The height of the water can be regulated by adjusting...

Raon launches Everun UMPCs in Korea

Raon Digital has just introduced the Everun line of UMPCs in Korea, consisting of the Everun Standard and Everun Lite. We shall take a look at the former for obvious reasons, as the beefier Everun weighs a mere 460...

USB Think Light shows you are working

The USB Think Light from Brando is a pretty interesting device that lights up whenever your fingers fly across the keyboard furiously in an attempt to finish a 100-page report that will be due in an hour's time. This...

Samsung lets people call your Miniskirt

Samsung has just exposed the Anycall Miniskirt in Korea, also known as the SCH-C220. This 10.9mm slider cellphone takes after the latest in fashion trends which is minimalism, and features a touchpad on the front LCD panel as well as...

CueSight gives you the perfect aim

CueSight has come up with a device that helps you pot those balls with ease, thanks to a device that helps you perfect your stroke. Since practice makes perfect, it makes sense to practice using the right techniques, and the...

Kingston unveils new microSD reader bundles

Kingston has just announced a couple of new USB microSD memory card reader bundles which come with a microSD card (choose from 1GB or 2GB flavors). With more and more devices making use of a microSD card (cellphones, PDAs, computers,...

Early quake warning system via phones

Having an early warning system when it comes to earthquakes is certainly essential in hotspots, and Japan's largest cellphone operators, NTT DoCoMo, KDDI, and Softbank have started work on developing a mass-communication system that broadcasts alerts to cellphones within a...

Nokia unveils 6500 models

Nokia takes a step into the future by unveiling a couple of new handsets in the form of the 6500 classic and slider models. Both handsets were designed with large keys and ergonomically correct dimensions and surfaces for the convenience...

Mamiya 645AFD II camera packs a punch

If you think that your spanking new 12 megapixel camera is the bomb, think again. Mamiya has announced that its new digital camera bundle comprising of the 645AFD II camera, ZD Back, and 80mm f/2.8 AF lens which offer the...

VivoMetrics real-time athlete tracker

Athletes at the professional level often undergo rigorous tests and analysis in order for them to obtain the most optimal performance. The Vivo Champion Trainer from VivoMetrics comes in the shape of a lightweight chest strap that enables runners and...

i-Kiddo launches techy piggy banks

Saving money is a good virtue that all kids should learn, and i-Kiddo aims to make that habit fun by offering i-Panda and i-Piggy digiBanks that are smart enough to identify each coin placed inside, where the total value...

Classy glass in Nokia 8600 Luna

Nokia's latest effort, the Nokia 8600 Luna will certainly set your pulse racing as it is made from nearly opaque smoked glass complete with unique, soft-touch stainless steel. Nokia has named this the Luna in honor of the goddess of...

Light Energy Cocktail Table

So you plan to show do something to spruce up your room? What about this Light Energy Cocktail Table that is guaranteed to elicit pangs of jealousy on your bachelor mates, featuring a whole range of lighting schemes that include...

LaCie unveils 2TB Ethernet Big Disk

Are computers on your network running out of space to store all their data? LaCie is offering a 2TB Ethernet Big Disk for your storage woes, coming in a diminutive 2" x 7" x 11" form factor while boasting...

Fragpedal Elite USB Gaming Footpedal

Gamers often take pride in their weapons of mass destruction - a solid keyboard and a precise mouse. What about those who let their gaming do the talking with the Fragpedal Elite USB Gaming Footpedal? This unique gaming peripheral...

Nokia releases N75, N76 in the U.S.

Nokia has just made available both N75 and N76 handsets to Americans via independent distributors instead of through deals with mobile operators. The N75 and N76 cellphones both run on the S60 platform, with the former being a quad band...

 
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