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November 30, 2007

Super-USB to reach 4.8Gbps

Building over the success of USB and USB 2.0, a new set of detailed specifications for a “USB 3.0” will be available in January. Here are the highlights: It will be called Super-USB It should be as fast as...

Amazon Kindle Taken Apart

Rapidrepair has an interesting photo gallery that shows the inside of the Amazon Kindle. They also show the step-by-step instruction to take yours apart, but of course, you’ll do it at your own risk ;) Rapid Repair Photo gallery....

Windows Mobile to feature more display resolutions

Windows Mobile developers have been warned that their applications should support new resolutions (up to 480x800) and dynamic portrait/landscape change (which is not really new). The table above shows all the resolutions that applications should expect and it’s pretty interesting...

Sony PS3 used to crack passwords

Security researcher Nick Breese has taken his PS3 and believes that the console's powerful chip is very suitable to write password craking applications. Using, the PS3 Cell processor, Nick can crack a PDF, zip or Word password in a few...

Creative Zen confirms 32GB upgrade

Creative has just confirmed that its Zen portable media player will receive a memory boost, touching giddy heights of 32GB. Take that, iPod touch! Unfortunately, if you're interested in picking one up, you've got to wait until the second...

Archos gets ripped off with GG-2008

Somehow, the name GG-2008 brings a wry smile to my face - the year hasn't even begun and we're already wishing it farewell? Anyways, geek speak aside, it looks like an Archos design has been copied and now known...

Chinese PMP gets 12 megapixel camera

How many portable media players do you know that come with an integrated digital camera, let alone a 12 megapixel one? Well, the L1200 from Newman-Hyun has exactly that, featuring the capability to rotate up to 180 degrees in...

iPhone has no voice-free plan for deaf

AT&T has decided to do away with its $27.99 monthly no-voice plan, claiming that the offer was generated in error. While AT&T has a fair number of data-only plans for the deaf community, this service won't be extended to...

Bike Mounted BreakFast tray

I don't know about you, but whenever I exercise, I don't exactly have the appetite nor am I in the shape to actually eat something on the spot while sweating profusely. The Bike Mounted BreakFast tray caters for those who...

ZaNa Design USB flash drive

These handmade USB flash drives from ZaNa Design is guaranteed to set tongues wagging - they come encased in exotic Merbau wood complete with actual silver to give it a regal touch, while natural stones like amber and striped...

Teresonic launches Magus loudspeakers

Teresonic has just launched its new Magus compact loudspeakers, aiming to combine both audio and environmental efficiency in a single, unique casing. The Magus' special case design enables it to deliver superior audio despite having a low wattage of...

Hyundai has full HD 3D LCD TV

As if a 46" full HD LCD TV sitting down in your living room isn't enough to impress friends, there is now a TV from Hyundai that offers all that and more - specifically support for 3D digital broadcasting...

Mystery HTC device on FCC

The FCC has shown a new UMPC device from HTC, with the ability to run both Windows Vista and Mobile. Very little information regarding the specifications are available, although from the image provided there are air vents as well as...


Self-destruct button USB hub is back

And in a smaller form factor to boot! The designers took the original and thanks to the power of miniaturization, managed to squeeze it into a much smaller size. Unfortunately, you will lose all semblance of its big brother's USB...

November 29, 2007

Potty Time Watch

The Potty Watch from Potty Time is one interesting device to help young parents potty train their kids without going potty themselves. This fun and flexible timer is worn by the toddler, and it will play music as well as...

Supercar runs on biofuel

Mention supercar and you probably have the image of an exotic beast that guzzles up fuel like there's no tomorrow. Not so with the Swedish Koenigsegg CCXR, as this beast is capable of running on just E85 ethanol fuel alone....

Lasers help guide cars

Engineers at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) are working on a laser-based system to improve the performance of car collision warning systems. Sounds like a pretty advanced way to help save lives by preventing car accidents -...

Objet Connex500 3-D Printing System

The Connex500 3-D Printing System from Objet debuts today, touted to be the first system in the world capable of printing parts and assemblies made of multiple model materials, all in a single build. This unique printing system is based...

Flamingo Bluetooth headset

The Flamingo Bluetooth headset from CellPoint surely looks different from ordinary Bluetooth headsets, and CellPoint claim that they offer both comfort and style in a single package thanks to its lightweight, outside-the-ear-canal design without shouting too loudly where design is...

Smallest Precision Electric Guitar

Hammacher is offering the Smallest Precision Electric Guitar at a rather big price - $799 to be exact. At 26 1/2" long, it is 1/6th the size of a standard guitar, yet it has 20 frets and a 1...

UV spy pen shreds messages too

Remember how you used to pass notes in class when you were a kid? Instead of getting caught red-handed with evidence, the UV spy pen works a little differently since it features a built-in paper shredder that renders whatever...

ShakerRacer project with Nokia N95

One thing the Nokia N95 has that the iPhone does not is an integrated accelerometer sensor. Andreas Jakl and Stephan Selinger have come together to develop the ShakerRacer project that allows a hacked RC Car to be controlled by...

u-blox unveils two new GPS units

u-blox from Switzerland has announced two new GPS modules - where the LEA-5 series is based on u-blox' 5th generation positioning engine that is touts an acquisition performance of under a second. Now that's pretty fast by any standards, with...

NES controller holds entire system

This interesting hack sees the original NES controller having its innards reconfigured to hold an entire NES system within - along with a couple of RCA outputs for video and sound into a TV. In addition, you get classic titles...

Elecom M-D14UR laser mouse

Elecom has released its M-D14UR wireless laser mouse in Japan, and it functions on 2.4GHz band while the dongle is attached to your computer/notebook via USB. It looks like a pretty ordinary wireless mouse, so don't expect to use...

Olympus Mju 790 SW Winter Kit

Winter is upon us yet again (man, the year passes by too fast), and Olympus has released its Mju 790 SW Winter Kit to enable skiers, snowboarders and other winter sports enthusiasts the opportunity to capture stunning images and magic...

Folding scooter from MIT

An MIT group has taken the idea of a folding bicycle to the next level - this time, we're dealing with a folding electric motor scooter instead. These battery-powered scooters use a mere 150 parts. These scooters are meant to...

DSVision heads for the DS

The Nintendo DS can do more than play games, thanks to third-party hardware like the R4 Revolution card as well as official devices like the Opera browser. The DSVision comes in the form of an ordinary DS game cart, featuring...

Sony launches HTD-870RSF in UK

Sony has just launched the HTD-870RSF home theater system that comes complete with floor standing speakers, a massive hard drive, an integrated DVD player, a built-in 1080p upscaler and a Digital Terrestrial Tuner. Check out the specifications (taken verbatim...

Non-pilots to operate Army robot planes

Military pilots aren't too happy with plans for the US Army to allow non-pilots to take control of their powerful drone combat aircraft such as the Sky Warrior. Ordinarily, Predators and Reapers are handled by a qualified and skilled pilot...

Mini MOB cellphone

The Mini MOB cellphone brings us back to the days where cellphones were really huge and could be used to crack open crabs at the dining table thanks to their sheer size and weight. This extremely retro handset not...

Earbud Jack keeps things in order

 Earbud Jack has this thing against tangled cords and has voluntarily offered his whole being to keep your corded lifestyle free from unwanted tangles. Not only will your desk look neater, it also helps preserve the life of these cords....

Loo-locating texting service

Folks in central London will be able to take advantage of the new loo-locating texting service that was launched by the Westminster Council. This certainly comes in handy for those who are unfamiliar with London and yet absolutely need...

Wireless Spy Camera Pen

This Wireless Spy Camera Pen hails from Chinavasion and boasts an integrated microphone as well as the ability to transmit up to 20 meters away to a base station unit. Targeting peeping toms who are on a tight budget,...

HP sites get solar systems

HP aims to green its operations further by installing a new roof-top SPV system at the HP facility in San Diego California. This system will boast a 1 Megawatt capacity, placing it roughly 63% of the recently installed Google system....

LG L227WT LCD monitor

LG's L227WT LCD monitor is yet another monitor in LG's vaunted 5,000:1 contrast ratio range, bringing 1,680 x 1,050 nativel resolution, a response time of 2ms, a brightness level of 300 mits and a viewing angle of 170 degrees to...

Casio G-011BD-9AVER in gold

King Midas decided to drop by Casio's factory and gave the G-011BD-9AVER G-Shock model a touch, and while you won't be able to pawn this off and get a reasonable amount for it, at least you can be assured...

NVousPC notebook looks rad

This notebook from NVousPC known as the Britto PC looks absolutely out of this world, featuring illustrations of pop painter Romero Britto's work known as "Mia's Jungle" all over its surface. There is only one model available currently, and it...

Elonex LNX Cube review

Trusted Reviews has reviewed the Elonex LNX Cube Multimedia System and here's their verdict on it. Once again Elonex has raised the bar when it comes to the amount of features you can squeeze into one box. The level...

LumixxLine rope-type LED display

Hibino Corp. has introduced its LumixxLine rope-type LED display which can be attached to curved surfaces such as a cylinder, and it will be up for sale from tomorrow onwards. Multiple LumixxLines will be able to form a screen,...

RetroCam USB webcam

What looks like a standard old camera from the 1920s or 30s is actually a USB webcam that is capable of capturing video as well. Dubbed the RetroCam for obvious reasons, it hooks up to any computer or notebook...

Integrum speakers feature jazz legends

The Integrum speakers that you see here are no ordinary speakers, as they bring you down memory lane with original artwork depicting the most famous jazz legends throughout history including Louis Armstrong, Dizzy Gillespie, Ray Charles, Benny Goodman, Miles Davis,...

Cowon Q5W player to ship next month

The long awaited Cowon Q5W portable media player will finally ship early next month. This ain't no ordinary PMP as it features 802.11b WiFi connectivity that makes it a snap to browse websites, regardless of whether they feature Flash...

Cirrus digital photo frame

Cirrus Digital has a new 1.5" digital photo frame that comes with an internal rechargeable battery as well as enough memory to hold an average of 85 photos. Granted, you won't be able to get much out of such a...

Venturer launches SHD7000

Venturer has just launched the SHD7000 HD DVD player that claims to be one of the cheapest HD DVD players around - it retails for just $199 without the catch of a closeout sale or promo campaign, and is capable...

Samsung F1 Series 1 desktop hard drive

Samsung has begun to ship its SpinPoint F1 Series 1 desktop hard drive that boasts 7,200 rpm spindle speed, low power consumption, a whopping 1TB capacity and a relatively low price tag of $399. Despite having such specifications, the F1...

Havealeena cordless LED light

Spice up your home this Christmas with the Havealeena cordless LED light from Tayo Design Studio. It looks more like a stunted lightsaber than anything else to me, and you're supposed to stick in in pots ar leave it on...

FreshBattery adds Dell to portfolio

FreshBattery has just introduced the addition of upgraded replacement batteries for the numerous number of Dell laptop models, and in most cases these FreshBattery upgraded batteries feature 50% or more cells than what Dell originally gave you, resulting in superior...

Aliph Jawbone Bluetooth headset

Aliph's Jawbone Bluetooth headset is now available in more than 2,300 Verizon Communications stores as well as online, giving customers the chance to pick up what is touted to be the most advanced Bluetooth headset in the market today. The...

Black Casio EXILIM EX-V8

If you grew tired of silver-colored Exilim cameras, Casio has a black version of the Exilim EX-V8… at least in Japan. My last experience with the Exilim EX-Z3 wasn’t so great: the image quality was lower than the Canon...

Asus Nova mini PC

Asus is caught (again) making super small computers and this time, it’s not a notebook, it’s a clean little box called the Asus Nova. It caters the mac-mini audience with height of two only inches (less than twice the...

EyStar Bluetooth GPS receiver

The EyStar Bluetooth GPS receiver from Secure Digital Applications will be released in the US, aiming to make GPS navigation available to just about anybody with a Bluetooth-enabled cellphone, PDA or laptop. The pocket-sized receiver has enough juice for...

Corel WinDVD playback software

Corel's WinDVD Blu-ray Disc playback software is the first in the world to receive BD-Video Profile 1.1 certification. This means the software has passed the stringent standards and guidelines set by the Blu-ray Disc Association to ensure the best...

Med-ePhone system reminds patients

Looks like you no longer need mom to nag you - the Med-ePhone system does it for you, reminding you to take your medication on a regular basis. In addition to talking you into doing so, it will record...

University Notebook Challenge winner

Intel has named the University Notebook Challenge winner - a Spanish team (Polytechnic of Madrid) whose computer is based on a pedal machine powered by human energy. The energy produced by cycling action is converted into electricity that powers...

XtremeMac wants to dress up your iPods

XtremeMac has a brand new line of leather cases for the recently released iPod touch, iPod nano 3G and iPod Classic. These cases are made of hand-crafted genuine cows, minus the meat and bones of course. Soft interior lining ensures...

Logitec SATA-to-USB rack

Logitec's new SATA-to-USB converter comes in an interesting form factor, featuring a cartridge slot design that makes any external hard drive docked within look cool. The semi-transparent case folds up to cover the drive, and there is more than...

MotoZiNE the next big thing?

We all know how the RAZR line of cellphones made the whole world fall in love with Motorola all over again when it was first released, and Motorola has plans to release its new multimedia handsets under the MotoZiNE...

iCoustic guitar for a one-man band

If you're thinking of serenading the love of your life with your song before popping the question, why not do it yourself (assuming you have the musical talent to go along with it) instead of relying on a 4-piece band...

Séura LCD TV mirror

The Séura LCD TV mirror comes in 15" and 20" variants, making it perfect for bathroom use. I'm not too sure how many of you love to watch TV in the buff, but should you actually fork out $2,999...

NICO+ cellphone limited in functions

Who would've thought that the NICO+ cellphone in Japan is by far one of the least advanced handsets, featuring standard phone functionality as well as the ability to send email. Yes, you read that right - don't expect 1Seg TV...

Clocky goes orange yellow

Remember Clocky, the alarm clock that beeps around to wake you up and yet has the smarts to roll away and hide somewhere so that you're forced to either find it or get a really good pair of earplugs? Well,...

Mini-disc adapter from Apple

Apple is currently developing a hardware solution that enables the shipping of software on mini-discs that could subsequently be used in slot-loading optical drives specially built for standard 12cm CDs and DVDs. Known as the "Compact Memory Disc Adapter...

M42410 portable media player

PMPs from China are dime a dozen, and many of them take after the design of more famous, products especially the iPod. The M42410 portable media player doesn't copy any design though, and instead boasts a rather retro control...

Corega CG-1SG24TV portable TV

TV addicts (in Japan at least) have yet another portable TV device to choose from, this time courtesy of Corega and its CG-1SG24TV portable TV. This device measures a mere 74mm x 23mm x 60mm and weighs a pocket-friendly...

Twinbird Zabady is waterproof

The Twinbird Zabady is one capable digital audio player that is able to handle good old CDs (you don't have to convert your collection to MP3 just yet) in addition to MP3 and WMA files (DRM copies are not welcome)....

Eye Power aims to heal eyesight

I would recommend going for laser surgery or see a good optometrist if you want to correct your vision, but if you're an avid DIY freak, there is always the Eye Power. It claims to heal your vision problems using...

AT&T CEO says 3G iPhone coming next year

We knew it was coming. Steve Jobs himself had even commented about the prospect of a 3G iPhone coming when battery life for the phone was well fit for the more power hungry high-speed internet. Despite knowing a 3G...

Logitech G9 Laser Mouse Review

When it comes to games on the computer, you can be sure that the mouse and the keyboard will come under close scrutiny, especially for those who are extremely serious about their gaming. Having the stock keyboard and mouse...

November 28, 2007

RAmos RM970 PMP

Here's yet another PMP from China, and this time it is the RAmos RM970 that will come under scrutiny. You get a fairly standard 3" 480 x 272 pixel display and is powered by a 200MHz ARM7 processor which is...

Cowon A3 announced

Cowon has just announced the A3 portable media player that will oust the current A2. First shipments will arrive early next month, where the 30GB and 60GB models will retail for $349 and $399 respectively. The A3 comes with a...

Micron intros RealSSD range

Micron has announced its RealSSD range that will come in a wide variety of form factors and densities, targeting computing, enterprise server and networking applications. These new RealSSDs boast native SATA II interface, low power consumption (less than 2 watts...

Luxurious bed comes with TV

Check out the Hollandia Platinum-Luxe Elite sleep system (great, so a bed these days is called a sleep system). It definitely teases the senses with a high end design accompanied by a 32" Sony Bravia HDTV that has been integrated...

Peugeot smart A/C system

Peugeot wants drivers to keep their air conditioning system running all year round, regardless of whether it is winter or not. The main reason behind this idea would be maintaining the effectiveness and efficiency of the A/C system by keeping...

YHM-PMP 678 loves the sun

Now the YHM-PMP 678 PMP from Yahee Technologies is one unique portable media player - it boasts a couple of solar panels as a method of charging its batteries, although DC charging is also made available for those who shun...

Sony PSP Extended Life Battery Kit

One of the Sony PSP's main gripe would be its poor battery life, and Sony aims to remedy the situation with its PSP Extended Life Battery Kit that works for both the PSP-2000 as well as the original "phatty". Installation...

Cigarette box hides pinhole camera

For those who are into all things covert, this cigarette box is right up your alley. It features a cool wireless pinhole camera that has been fitted into a silicon rubber casing for hiding which can be placed in just...

Moody Sensiblog concept

The Moody Sensiblog is a unique concept device that records and broadcasts your readings to a blog, giving all and sundry a chance to read it. The main thrust behind this idea is like Twitter - an addictive and popular...

Google Maps simulate GPS on phones

The new version of Google Maps boasts a beta feature known as "My Location" that was specially designed to simulate an actual GPS experience on cellphones as well as handheld devices that do not come equipped with GPS hardware....

Sound Leaf Plus Bluetooth headset

Bone conduction technology has been used to great effect with a wide array of gadgets to date, and this time we have the Sound Leaf Plus Bluetooth headset from NTT DoCoMo that features such technology as well. It functions just...

OLPC XO laptop sued

Who would've thought that even the OLPC XO laptop could be sued because of its multilingual keyboard? Lagao Analysis Corporation (LANCOR) has just filed a patent infringement lawsuit against the One Laptop Per Child project and its head Nicholas Negroponte...

Dell simplifies enterprise search

Dell will be selling the Google Search Appliance and the Google Mini that helps simplify enterprise search. The Google Search Appliance boasts a distinctive bezel and yellow chassis, targeting larger enterprises while the smaller blue Google Mini is meant for...

Non-Leopard users get no Boot Camp

From next year onwards, Apple will no longer allow customers to run the Boot Camp dual-boot solution unless they make the jump to Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard. Boot Camp first debuted in April 2006 as a beta software for...

Power Conscience

We all know that every little bit of energy saving counts, and this is where the Power Conscience concept comes in. This device provides you with the latest information on your energy usage while calculating your current electric bill, and...

Razer Pro|type Keyboard Review

TechwareLabs has published a review of the Razer Pro|type Keyboard with iPod dock. Here's a clip from the coverage: The Razer Pro|Type keyboard is an ultra slick, backlit, and thin profile keyboard that comes with about every feature you...

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Amazon Kindle Hands-On

Yesterday, I had a chance to play with the Amazon Kindle, a connected eBook that is generating a lot of buzz. Here are my impressions: Form factorThe general form factor is OK. It’s a little thick, but all in...

Exploding Phone Kills

This time, a 33-year old excavator driver from Korea. Mr. Seo was found lying dead beside his excavator in a stone quarry by his friends, with a cellphone in his pocket that had a severely melted battery, resulting in a...

Monogrammed Heated Stadium Seat

The Monogrammed Heated Stadium Seat is perfect for stadiums as well as other open places during the cold, cold winter. It comes with a lithium ion battery that is capable of keeping your rear end warm for up to...

VertiPod is Segway of the sky

The VertiPod carries you about in a similar manner as the Segway… except for the fact that this device keeps you afloat between five to 15 feet above the ground and boasts a top speed of 40mph. Steering it is...

Ixos First range for iPod nano 3G

Ixos has released a new iPod nano 3G case known as the First range, and it definitely blings up your portfolio without breaking the bank. Made from silicone, the XMI419-AS will be available in pink, white or black for...

USB Cup Warmer and Hub

Brando has a new USB Cup Warmer that not only keeps your favorite drink hot at all times, it also boasts an integrated 4-port USB hub and clock functions. It measures 96mm x 104mm x 22mm, making it fit comfortably...

USB to SATA/ESATA with USB Hub

Talk about trying to cram in as many features as possible - the USB to SATA/ESATA with USB Hub not only makes any SATA/eSATA mass storage device into an instant external USB 2.0 drive, it also doubles up as a...

Neverlate Executive Alarm Clock

Getting to work on time can be quite the challenge for most folks, especially in today's high pressured dog-eat-dog world. The Neverlate Executive Alarm Clock does its level best to keep you on time, featuring reminders for different tasks...

Bar of Soap prototype

The Bar of Soap prototype is one interesting device that functions according to the way you hold it. Should you pick it up and hold it like a camera, it will function like one. Hold it like a cellphone and...

Zonbu announces new notebook

Zonbu has a new notebook and service available, whereby the former will be manufactured by Everex while the latter requires a $14.95 monthly subscription fee. Based on the same operating system as the Zonbu Mini, this new Zonbu notebook will...

Planar Digital Mammography Display

Planar has a new Stereoscopic Digital Mammography Display that has been successfully tested to yield some pretty impressive results - it is capable of reducing false-positive breast cancer findings by up to 49%. Now that's a really large number,...

Aterm WR8500N is extra small

The Aterm WR8500N wireless LAN router from NEC is rather small in stature despite being based on the Draft 2.0 11n in addition to providing support for a/b/g connections, and measures roughly 50% smaller than its predecessor. Space saving is...

Toshiba 2.5-inch HDDs for auto apps

Toshiba has just launched a new bunch of 2.5" hard drives that are meant for automotive applications. The 80GB monstrosity (relatively speaking, of course, as 80GB is but the entry-level size for desktop computers these days) will be used in...

Toshiba weather radar system

Toshiba has successfully delivered the first operational solid-state weather radar system in the world, replacing electron tubes in the transmitter with a high-power semiconductor module.This new radar has been miniaturized to such an extent where it is only one...

November 27, 2007

orbiTouch keyboard

The orbiTouch keyboard is definitely very different from the standard 101-key keyboard that you see in the office. This allows you to type without having to press even a single key, since there are none to begin with in the...

H2O H3 waterproof headphones

H2O Audio has released a new pair of waterproof headphones known as the H3, and it takes on a new color scheme (black) instead of white and gray that is found in its previous iterations. The H3 will come with...

Sony has new LCD projectors

Sony has just launched the VPL-FW300L and the VPL-FH300L LCD video projection systems that targets commercial applications, making them ideal for places such as small auditoriums, large classrooms and meeting rooms, museum exhibits, event centers, ballrooms, and movie theaters. Both...

Wiimote cabinet

You must be pretty big on the Nintendo Wii to actually spray paint your cabinet with exact buttons of the Wiimote! This is strictly a DIY project and cannot be bought from anywhere else. Perfect for storing your growing collection...

Dreamcade Vision 120 Arcade Center

The Dreamcade Vision 120 Arcade Center is one big mother to have in any living room - it is the perfect high end gift for any self-respecting video game fanatic this holiday season. Retailing for slightly under $4,000, the Dreamcade...

TAM MP3walkman concept

Vivienne Tam is going to dip her fingers into the world of consumer electronics with the spanking new TAM MP3walkman concept. The MP3walkman is currently just an idea, so there isn't any concrete specifications laid out just yet. Other...

Konftel 300 conference phone

While I don't really bother about how a conference phone looks like, Konftel obviously thinks otherwise with the Konftel 300 conference phone. This beauty of a device comes with multiple connectivity options (via cellphones, wireless phones, computers), the ability...

Rumor of new Pentax cameras

Word on the street has it that the Pentax K20D and K200D are already in the wings, waiting for Pentax to give the go ahead for their respective launches. Initial whispers have it that the specifications are pretty impressive,...

Unwanted Macs turned to aquariums

For those who still have an old iMac lying around, why not turn it into a place for fish to stay? Dubbed the iMacQuarium, this hobby (if you can call it so) definitely ought to make iMacs fall under...

Novax 8-string guitar

Novax really pushes the envelope with its new 8-string guitar. The fanned-fret neck creates balanced tone and perfect intonation for both bass and standard strings in one guitar design. Where usually frets on a bass guitar are spread farther...

Night Vision for cars

Flir Systems has just arrived at an agreement with BMW, installing its PathFindIR thermal imaging technology in those luxury performance vehicles from the German automaker. This system makes it a whole lot easier to drive around at night as it...

miniXpress Firewire HDD

The miniXpress Firewire HDD might be small in stature, but it is big on performance. With a capacity that maxes out at 200GB, the miniXpress boasts an Oxford 934 chip and the ability to take in a 7,200rpm drive...

More Xbox 360 backwards compatibility

If you happen to have a handful of old school Xbox games lying around that cannot run on the Xbox 360, hold on to your seats. Microsoft has just updated the latter's software emulation, opening the floodgates to over...

PS-Mi portable audio device

The PS-Mi portable audio device comes with an Universal iPod dock and uses the new patented Point Source Audio technology, boasting a satellite speaker enclosure section that comes with a trio of drivers in the top section as well...

Dell XPS M1530 launched

Dell has yet another XPS notebook to offer us - and this time it is the XPS M1530. This mid-range notebook comes with a 15.4" display, powered by an Intel Core 2 Duo processor (from 1.5GHz up to 2.6GHz), the...

Prosthetics can now sense touch

Amputees could soon benefit from new prosthetic limbs which can sense touch, as nerves from injured arms have been redirected into the skin on their chest - helping them feel as they did before they lost their limbs. This new...

Transcend 8GB JetFlash V30

Transcend has released the 8GB JetFlash V30 USB flash drive that measures 60mm x 16.5mm x 8.1mm while weighing a mere 7 grams. Other than the storage space, there really isn't anything special about this - hopefully Transcend will...

Planex miniSD GW-MS54G card

We've seen SD cards with built-in WiFi connectivity before, but what about folks who rock to miniSD cards in their devices? Planex caters for this particular segment of the population with its GW-MS54G miniSD card that features 802.11b/g support....

Purpose For Pets Portable Extractor

The weirdly named Purpose For Pets Portable Extractor from Dirt Devil is a boon for all pet owners worldwide - it comes with a 3" scrub brush and integrated LEDs that help illuminate stains which let out a stench and...

Clock-i digital wall clock

Now isn't this one of the weirder clocks you've seen? The Clock-i from Narae Inter is a digital walk clock that has just been launched in Korea, featuring a multi-image display technology that lets you show up to THREE of...

Lotus Sanitizing System

The Lotus Sanitizing System claims to be able to clean and sterilize just about anything after using electrons infused with tap water along with "super-oxygen" for the ultimate cleaning solution which is touted to be 50% stronger than bleach....

Wibrain B1 heading to the US

At long last, the Wibrain B1 will be making its way to the US. There will be a couple of models heading Stateside, retailing for $699 and $849 respectively. For those who are interested, it might not make it in...

Asus G1S CRYSIS notebook

Crysis is one game that has gotten gaming folks drooling all over the world due to its amazing graphics that will bring most computers out there to their knees with all the eye candy turned up to the max. Asus...

Uzu Cyclone vacuum

The Uzu Cyclone vacuum, designed be Chiaki Murata is not only pleasant to look at, it is extremely lightweight and easy to use. Oh yeah, did we mention that it is cordless as well? This means whenever you drop your...

Game consoles not green

No, I don't mean the color, but the environmental impact. According to Greenpeace, the Xbox 360 is environmentally unfriendly since Microsoft has just given word that it will remove toxic chemicals from the manufacturing process by 2011 (!), and...

Pyxis GPS Watch

Westech Korea has just launched its Pyxis GPS watch that comes completed with databases of different exercise routines such as marathons, hikes and walks. You'll be able to view these courses from your wrist and plan a schedule in advance....

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Logan Solar bag by Noon

We tend to be interested by anything that has a solar panel, and this is no exception: Noon has the Logan solar bag that has a large solar panel in the back. I wondered why they would put the...

Samsung BD-P1400 1080p Blu-ray Player

The BD-P1400 is Samsung’s third generation of Blu-Ray players. The player is compatible with HDMI 1.3, which supports 10.2 Gbps bandwidth Automatic audio syncing. Dolby TrueHD DTS-HD Of course, to take advantage of these features, you will need a...

LG Shine for AT&T Wireless

AT&T Wireless has announced that the coveted LG Shine would be available for the holidays. If you’re not familiar with the device, it is a design phone with a 2.2” mirror-display (hence the name…), a camera and Bluetooth connectivity...

Casio CW-E60 Disc Title Printer

The Casio CW-E60 aims to replace your black marker when it comes to writing on your freshly burnt discs. After all, if you’re like me, you’re typing most of the time and your handwriting skills might have faded away. Having...

D887-2 Touch Panel G-Sensor MP4 Player

If having more features was the criteria to buy portable media players, Chinese manufacturers would be rich. But it’s not, so Apple is the one getting most of the love. This D887-2 player supports the most popular formats, including...

Defective hard drives in some Mac Books

The hard disk head can land on the surface and damage the data Apple Insider is reporting that some Mac Books have flawed Seagate hard drives and that there’s a risk of losing data. From the site: “The affect drives...

Is this the Nokia N96?

Our friends from switched have stumbled upon this image (from here) that supposedly shows the Nokia N96. The phone would have a dual sliding keyboard and a large display. Other features are said to be. This is a computer graphics...

BLOC MP3 player

Everyone loves LEGO, and the BLOC MP3 player concept takes after Denmark's most famous toy. The core unit itself comes with an OLED display, a 4-way toggle, and 50MB of internal memory, but should that be insufficient (and it...

Ruroc Snowboarding Helmets

If you're an avid sportsperson who love extreme sports, the Ruroc Snowboarding Helmet sounds like the perfect piece of equipment for you. This is the total head protection system and lacks nothing - ‘cept maybe for a Bluetooth module...

Kyosho Robo Hopper

Now ain't this something - the Kyosho Robo Hopper that looks more like the Rocketeer than anything else. Of course, he won't be equipped with a jet pack, but instead relies on a small helicopter mechanism located on its back...

USB Rechargeable Clip Torch

Working in a dimly lit environment is a favorite activity of mine, but unfortunately there are times where my surroundings are too dark for my own good. Enter the USB Rechargeable Clip Torch - a peripheral that not only saves...

gDrive project could be reality soon

There were whispers of an online storage project by Google in the past, and word has it that this project is about to be unveiled pretty soon. The gDrive project as it is known is actually a service that...

Dell shakes hands with Carrefour

Dell is slowly but moving into the traditional brick-and-mortar sales model after coming to an agreement with the Carrefour Group, allowing all 365 superstores across Europe to sell Dell computers and equipment from next year onwards. The initial countries...

N55 Walking House

The N55 Walking House is one home for the environmentally conscious. This unique home features solar cells as well as small windmills that generate and store power whenever and wherever it can. In addition to collecting rainwater to keep...

Satechi Bluetooth FM transmitter

Satechi has released its new Bluetooth FM transmitter that allows you to enjoy your favorite tunes on your Bluetooth A2DP-compatible handset on your thumping car stereo. In addition, you can also use the Satechi Bluetooth FM transmitter as a...

Avurt IM-5 launcher

You can never tell what type of mentally unstable person roam the streets these days, which is why the Avurt IM-5 launcher could be considered to be an essential travel item, especially when you're alone in a strange country....

Micro Stainless Steel Digital Camcorder

The Micro Stainless Steel Digital Camcorder sounds pretty solid, and definitely makes a great addition to your collection of gadgets this upcoming holiday season. For those who want to shoot casual videos of their holiday memories can do so,...

USB fortune cookies

Is there any design that you can't find where USB flash drives are concerned? These USB Fortune Cookies from Vavolo look like their yummy namesakes, but instead of keeping your stomach full, you have the choice to fill them up...

Hairdryer for voyeurs

Looks like spy cameras seem to be all the rage these days, and they definitely fool most people since they come in a wide range of form factors. The latest would be a camera within a hairdryer, although it...

Piano hides PC within

This lovely Edwardian piano that you see hides a dirty little secret - it houses a full fledged computer within, boasting a 26" LCD panel, a 500GB hard drive and 1GB of RAM, all running on Windows Media Center so...

Light toothbrush helps remove plaque

Then again, come to think of it, the standard toothbrush relies on manual hand power as well, so what's all this talk about a light-powered toothbrush? No, it doesn't involve any sort of solar power as there aren't any batteries...

November 26, 2007

2G iPod nano clone with FM transmitter

One of the main gripes most people have about the iPod range of portable media players is the lack of an FM transmitter, and it has taken Ovito of China to come up with a 2G iPod nano clone...

HAWK crosswalk button

The HAWK crosswalk button actually has the well-being of pedestrians in mind, as it changes the traffic light to red whenever you press it unlike current ones that take an impossibly long time to change the signal. The HAWK system...

Dama TV wardrobe

We've seen LCD TVs in the most unlikely of places before, so the Dama TV wardrobe shouldn't shock anyone. This sliding door wardrobe comes with an integrated 32" LCD HD-ready TV, and best of all is you can still...

NEC MultiSync MD21GS-5MP

NEC has released its MultiSync MD21GS-5MP flat panel monitor that targets medical imaging applications, including mammography and PACS (picture archiving and communication system). This new monitor boasts a native resolution of 2,560 x 2,048 and comes with in-plane switching (IPS)...

Airhole Ninja Masks

Outdoor winter activities are fun and all, but it is important you keep yourself warm at all times. The Airhole Ninja Masks provide not only warmth, but it does so in style as well. Made from cotton spandex, Airholes...

Recycle your iPod nano packaging

Ever taken stock of what happens to the packaging of your gizmos and gadgets? If you have picked up the new iPod nano, what have you done with its clear plastic case? The good people at Bird Electron has come...

Wristwatch stores 1GB of memory

Looks like we have yet another wristwatch that comes with USB flash memory within - definitely a must-have (the USB memory, not the watch) for any office worker these days. Unfortunately, you get only 1GB of storage space which...

Laptop stored within electric guitar

Ben Lewry has done what most people would have thought impossible - cramming in a whole laptop into the body of an electric guitar. The end result is an interactive music device known as LCDetar, where a music visualizer has...

iConcepts Shower Radio

For those who love singing while giving themselves a good scrub down, the iConcepts Shower Radio sounds like the perfect device to hang in your shower. It features an iPod dock that is fully waterproof so you don't have...

External HDD gets touchscreen

Guess touchscreen is the way to go where gadgets are concerned, with an external hard drive now featuring similar technology. Iotek's ezSECU ez850 utilizes the touchscreen display as a method to input a secret code for your digital combination...

TAG Heuer diving into phone market

Watchmaker TAG Heuer aims to expand its product line by collaborating with Modelabs of France in order to come up with a range of cellphones. No further specifications regarding these handsets are currently available, although one can expect them...

BlackBerry Pearl 8120 lacks GPS

The upcoming BlackBerry Pearl 8120 that has just been approved by the FCC will not come with GPS connectivity, but at the very least it will have WiFi to keep you connected wherever there is a hotspot. You can,...

Bling PS controller chain

The PS controller is now an icon of video gaming, and despite the console being in its third iteration already, the shape of the original PS controller has but changed a little. This little bling chain that comes in the...

Home Internet speed increased

How does one increase one's home Internet speed, and by over 25 times at that (in theory, of course)? Why, by using a plastic optical fiber, of course. A research team led by Hwang Seung-sang has succeeded in making...

IBM includes ads in DVDs

IBM has plans to include commercials in your DVDs after asking the US Patent Office for exclusive rights to a "system and method of providing advertisements during DVD playback." This is just plain nuts - it means whenever you...

FCC tips off RIZR Z6c

Motorola will have a new RIZR Z6c waiting in its wings that targets Verizon customers, featuring a CDMA connection for calls and EV-DO data in addition to dual band 900MHz and 1800MHz GSM for those who frequently travel around the...

LucasArts games get emulated on iPhone

While the iPhone isn't exactly the most technologically advanced handset in the market at the moment, what makes it even more appealing would be the fact that one can run LucasArts games on it flawlessly. The only downside would...

Exoskeletons for army very real

Exoskeletons are but a pipe dream to date, but the Sarcos Military Exoskeleton has made that dream come true. This suit aims to let soldiers “run faster, leap further and carry more” without taxing them more than they already...

Robot shuffles feet to keep balance

Scientist Masano Koeda of Ritsumeikan University has developed a 50cm tall robot who is able to turn 90 degress by simply shuffling its feet while staying stationary - this simple movement might sound extremely easy to us humans, but the...

Ladybug robot cleans toilets

Japan is extremely big on robots, and a group of companies have already released an autonomous ladybug-shaped robot that is meant to clean public restrooms at highway rest areas. Measuring 1 meter tall and 1.35 meters long, the Lady...

Mio to release 3G phones next year

Mio Technology of Taiwan who has long developed GPS navigation devices aims to expand its product line by introducing 3G GPS PDA phones sometime in the second half of next year. This move aims to hedge itself against the competition,...

Mtron releases 32GB SSD

Mtron of South Korea has just released its SSD MOBI 32GB SSD that comes with a transfer rate of 100MB/sec. This SSD MOBI was launched in order to replace the standard 2.5" hard drive in the near future, as...

Old cellphones turned to computers

Engineers at Hokuto System in Japan have found a way to recycle old cellphones to turn them into fully functional computers. This is made possible by cramming a simple PC on a business card-sized circuit board known as DVIEW. It...

EMIEW 2 robot from Hitachi

Hitachi has released a worker robot known as EMIEW 2 (Excellent Mobility and Interactive Existence as Workmate), an improvement over its predecessor that was developed way back in March 2005. This robot is capable of responding to spoken commands, travel...

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T-Mobile’s 3G Network to be announced in December?

It is only a rumor, but if it turns out to be true, this would be big news for T-Mobile fans across the country: T-mobile might be announcing their 3G Network next month. Spotted on the Inquirer: “…from a Washington...

Green Asus Eee on eBay

Any piece of information involving the uber-cute Asus Eee is news nowadays. We talked about the colored Eee PC earlier this month, but a green-colored of the Asus Eee has been spotted on eBay, coming from Taiwan (of course). In...

Samsung i760 Review (External)

Our friends from Brighthand have given their verdict on the Samsung i760 smartphone: It is certainly not the best looking smartphone out there, but it gets the job done and is well built and usable. They also believe that Samsung...

Christmas-themed Sony Rolly in Japan

Remember the Sony Rolly? We presented it in this Rolly post a while back. Not only it is available in Japan, but they also have a Christmas-themed version with pre-loaded songs like White Christmas and Santa Claus is Coming...

Online Playstation Store

Sony Computer has announced the Playstation store (store.playstation.com) for the PC, which is an “iTunes for PSP”, if you want. It will let PSP users download free and paid content/games to their PSP without using a PlayStation 3. A...

Qingbar Gp300 LCOS video glasses

The Qingbar Gp300 LCOS video glasses from YelloMosquito is one hot addition that comes with an integrated media player as well as DivX support - something unheard of for devices in its class to date. The combination of an...

Planar releases Dome Zx series

 Planar has just unveiled a new family of high resolution grayscale displays under the Planar Dome Zx series. The Dome Z16 is currently being showcased, and is touted to be the world’s first 16-mexapixel, 30" single grayscale diagnostic imaging display....

GE OptiSonde Hygrometer

GE has just released the OptiSonde humidity indicator, transmitter and data logger, making it the first chilled mirror hygrometer to offer the precision and repeatability previously found only in laboratory standards within a compact and economical package that makes...

Wireless Guitar Controllers coming soon

Fans of Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock who want even more freedom with their gaming will have to wait till next year as the new standalone wireless guitar controllers will only be available at retail stores across the...

WebDT 310 and 360 Mobile Tablets

The WebDT 310 and 360 can lay claim to being the first mobile tablets in the world that features an integrated barcode scanner, a Magnetic Stripe Reader (MSR) and/or camera. Integration of those new hardware applications aims to improve customer...

Prism supports Apple iPhone

Guess the Apple iPhone isn't just meant to look good as it does have its fair share of practical purposes as proposed by Nextrials. Nextrials' Prism clinical trial data management platform supports remote access via the Apple iPhone, giving...

MOST networking in Audi A4

SMSC's Media Oriented Systems Transport (MOST) oPHY networking technology will soon be found in Audi's latest A4 model, completing the circle as the MOST system is currently in use across the A8, A6 and A5 vehicle range. This multimedia technology...

I Call Me concept

The "I Call Me" concept is pretty interesting since it not only doubles up as a keyring, a single press will be able to ring your cellphone - great for folks who misplace their handsets oh-so-often. Since the calling...

Fake window brightens up the blues

Basements are dark, dank places that require at least some light fixture for you to find your way around. Thankfully, we have a Fake Window that utilizes electroluminescent sheets as its light source, allowing you to adjust the intensity of...

Beer Pager for the holidays

Getting drunk during the festive season is a pretty easy thing to do, which is why the Beer Pager comes in handy so you will always know where your booze is despite having downed a fair amount of pints. This...

China launches the OGO

The OGO could possibly be a viable contender to the Sidekick when placed side by side as it features a clamshell form factor that houses a QWERTY keyboard, 50MB of internal memory, a microSD memory card slot, a mini USB...

TAO Digital Frame Clock Viewer

It was only a matter of time before digital photo frames came with more than just a single function, and the time has arrived with the TAO Digital Frame Clock Viewer. Not only does it parade your favorite photos...

Portable hard drives in Asia offer more

Just in case you think your portable hard drive is pretty spiffy, along come those from Asia that does more than just store your data within. These newfangled portable hard drives do not only play processer-intensive formats like XviD,...

Solar-powered blinds in the works

Students from Blakewater College in Blackburn, England have managed to come up with blinds that not only prevent sunlight from seeping into the room, it also helps keep the earth green by absorbing sunlight and converting it into energy. The...

USB OptiWind Mouse

Ever engaged in an intensive fragfest online only to find that you missed the money shot just because your palm sweated too much, causing you to slip and fumble? With the USB OptiWind Mouse, things ought to be different since...

Digital video camera gets SLR lenses

Just in case you have no idea on what to do with an old school analog SLR camera, here's an interesting suggestion. You can always take the lens and mount it on an existing digital video camera, giving you...

Disposable Microscope Card

The Disposable Microscope Card is pretty wacked out as it is capable of magnifying items by up to 1,000, depending on the light source. I have absolutely no idea on using this in a practical manner, but if you think...

Murider robot does multimedia

The Murider robot from Woori helps keep you entertained with its 4.3" display that parades DMB mobile TV in addition to audio playback support. You can also hook up other USB devices or even playback audio from an SD memory...

A4Tech battery-free wireless mouse

A4Tech has come up with a battery-free wireless mouse that does away with the need to replace batteries or recharging, since it receives power from its mouse pad courtesy of "electromagnetic induction technology". While the idea certainly isn't new,...

FlexScan SX2461W-U targets colorblind

The FlexScan SX2461W-U 24" LCD monitor from Eizo was specially designed for colorblind folks, and it certainly does not skimp on features. You will get full HD resolution (1,920 x 1,200 pixels), a 850:1 contrast ratio, a 300cd/m2 brightness level,...

13-port USB hub

Just how many USB devices do you happen to have on your desk? Synchrotech has released its self-powered 13-port USB hub that houses five USB ports on both sides as well as the rest on the remaining sides. Each...

NES carts now playable on the DS

I knew the Nintendo DS' GBA slot had more than meets the eye - Cyber Gadget's Famiclone can be plugged into your DS' GBA slot, enabling you to enjoy your favorite NES titles (as to whether they are bootleg versions...

Rare NES cartridge up for auction

If you're a self-proclaimed true blue video game fan, then the 1990 Nintendo World Championship NES cartridge ought to catch your attention. There were only 116 of these produced throughout history, since they were only given to those who participated...

Cowon D2TV hits Japan

Cowon Japan has just launched its 1Seg PMP D2TV model that boasts a 2.5" color touchscreen display with a maximum resolution of 320 x 240. It will have enough juice for 7.5 hours of 1Seg mobile TV, 9 hours of...

USB flash drive goes bling bling

USB flash drives are dime a dozen these days, and they rarely look different from one another where design is concerned. Coolkii aims to change the notion that USB flash drives are boring by putting up what they call...

E-mood furniture lights up the home

Duravit has unveiled its e-mood furniture range that boasts a lighting concept that comes with different programmable mood lighting. The light and color programs are controlled by touch LEDs located on the product itself, giving you the perfect ambience...

First Carbon Chassis Velocipede

The Carbon Chassis Velocipede is the first human powered vehicle that features a carbon fiber monocoque chassis - similar material used in the monsters found in Formula 1 cars. Designed by Michael Goretzky, this customized vehicle boasts the low-impact...

November 25, 2007

Bluetooth headset hides in phone

You know how cordless mice come with dongles that are attached to your mouse when not in use? Chinese company Naxin has developed a cellphone known as the NX788. This GSM dualband handset comes with a standard Bluetooth headset located...

Buffalo Turbo USB hard drive

Buffalo is a well-known name where portable storage devices are concerned, and their new Turbo USB line brings a whopping 320GB of storage space to your table with a claimed transfer rate up to 64% faster than standard USB...

Nokia goes ahead with new patent

Nokia has had some misses where cellphone design is concerned so far, and this recently filed patent could be yet another one to join the ranks of failed designs. This clamshell device will feature a couple of displays, with...

Outel USB Media Remote

It is interesting to see Outel adopt Intel's older font styling that adorns the USB Media Remote. The USB dongle itself can be attached to the remote (making it harder to lose during your travels), whereby the latter allows...

Wii-saber for budding Jedi Knights

Since the Wii was released with waggle controls, everyone has been looking forward for a Star Wars title to appear on the horizon, where they will be able to wield the lightsaber just like how the Jedi Knights in the...

G-Force visuals head for TV

You can now experience G-Force visuals on your TV without the need for a computer, thanks to customized recorded G-Force visuals on DVD that comes complete with some background jazz music for more than an hour of Music in Motion....

Fetal Doppler system

The Fetal Doppler system makes it possible for mums-to-be to tune in to their baby's heart beats, with the added capability of recording the audio directly onto an audio recorder so that you can share your joy with friends...

New CT System from Philips

Philips unveiled its new 256-slice Brilliance iCT scanner that allows radiologists to produce high-quality images with exceptional acquisition speed, including complete coverage of the heart and brain. To summarize its power in a nutshell, it "can capture an image...

Super-cooled CPU case

Talk about being paranoid of your computer overheating! This ProStreet CPU case comes covered with a whole bunch of fans - 20 on both the left and right sides, 8 fans on the rear and front sides as well...

Flying R/C Robot takes to the skies

Remote controlled toys are the next big thing for kids this Christmas, so fancy rewarding Junior for his good behaviour throughout the year with the Flying R/C Robot? Not only is he capable of zooming across the skies, he can...

Kyocera KPC680 ExpressCard

Verizon Wireless and Kyocera have just launched the Kyocera KPC680 ExpressCard with CDMA2000 1x Evolution-Data Optimized (EV-DO) Rev A technology. This is the next logical evolution of the KPC650 1x EV-DO Rev 0 PC Card which was launched a couple...

Sony Ericsson P3i leak?

Word has it that Sony Ericsson has a spanking new UIQ messenger device that is almost ready to be rolled out under the P3i name. It could bea variant based on the Elena prototype, and chances are the changes and...

The Terminator is back...in a PMP

Fans of the Terminator will be pleased to note that this portable media player from China comes with a red LED on its right side that kinda reminds one of the Terminator. Thankfully, this PMP does not want your...

Desktop Basketball the manual way

What happens if you're all cooped up in your cubicle the whole day long with no chance whatsoever to sweat it out on the basketball court? An alternative would be the USB Basketball Dunking Game, but what if you...

November 23, 2007

Happy Thanks Giving - Shopping Tips

Happy Thanks Giving to everyone! It’s Black Friday, but we have decided that we would not get crushed in the stores and that all our gift shopping will happen online this year. If you want to save yourself some...

November 21, 2007

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V-Moda Vibe Duo Review

By guest editor Karsten LemmApple doesn’t make it easy to replace the headset that comes with the iPhone: The phone’s headset jack is infamously recessed so deeply into the casing that most standard plugs are too short to connect....

Suspicious Mii leads to divorce

Tony, a US soldier recently filed for divorce with his wife after discovering a Mii that he did not create lingering around on his Nintendo Wii. Upon further investigation, Tony realized that the offending Mii was "strikingly similar" to...

Contract-less iPhones not cheap at all

We mentioned about unlocked iPhones going on sale in Germany yesterday, and here are the latest developments. It seems that T-Mobile will be offering the iPhone without any contract for an insanely high price of 999 Euros. In addition,...

Gun-shaped computer mouse

I suppose work must be overwhelming for some that sometimes they wished they had a gun of sorts to shoot their boss and then themselves, and that thought must have led a design engineer from Solware to come up...

DS TV Tuner packs Game & Watch too

The Nintendo DS TV Tuner was just released in Japan yesterday, retailing for approximately $60 and apparently it does more than just let you watch TV wherever you go. This DS TV Tuner even comes with the classic Game &...

InnoDisk integrates PEEK into USB drive

InnoDisk has developed a USB flash drive that features a connector block made of polyetheretherketone (PEEK) integrated with the main body. The resin used will ultimately reduce both product weight and production costs, and can be commercialized in a shorter...

Omnidirectional video in full HD

Olympus Corp. has developed a prototype of a new camera and projector that is capable of capturing omnidirectional video, shooting video images with horizontal and vertical viewing angles of 360 and 50°, respectively, in 1080i full-HD resolution, with the projector...

Razor-Saver helps keep earth green

The Razor-Saver is definitely a tool to get for any hirstute person while keeping the earth a little bit greener than normal, as it provides up to 130 shaves from a single blade - compared to 5 to 10...

Verizon offers Samsung FlipShot

Verizon is currently offering the FlipShot from Samsung, a new cellphone that concentrates more on its camera capability than anything else. You get a 3 megapixel camera/camcorder with rotating display for optimal viewing in addition to Bluetooth connectivity, a...

Alltel Wireless races against time

Alltel Wireless is doing their best to bring the BlackBerry Pearl 8130 to customers in time for the holiday season. Hopefully their efforts will bear fruit, as this sleek smartphone is more than able to provide powerful communications accompanied...

November 20, 2007

3G iPhone coming next May?

Ah, here we are with another 3G iPhone rumor. According to a manager at Spain's Telefonica, this new iPhone will launch in May should Telefonica and Apple arrive at an agreement. Somehow, the coming May release date of a 3G...

iPod nano clone stretched

We've seen a 3G iPod nano clone yesterday, and today there is yet another clone to keep you entertained. Known as the MP4-21 from Shenzen, this clone comes with a strangely stretched Apple Click Wheel knockoff, supporting your usual...

Farting damage control for the holidays

Farting in public can be quite the embarrassment - which is why U.S. Patent 6313371 helps keep your flatulence a private affiar. This "non-intrusive" pad will be taped "inside [of your] briefs or panties in the anal area", working...

TV Snowboard game

Ever wished you could go snowboarding without going through the hassle of getting all decked out in your winter gear? The TV Snowboard game makes it possible, allowing you to control the action on-screen with a realistic snowboard control....

SmartAdapter for the lazy

Just in case you're one of the lazy types who love everything remote-controlled, the SmartAdapter would be the perfect device for your home. Each package comes with a trio of plug adapters and a single RF remote control, enabling you...

Robot roach becomes head honcho

Do you hate cockroaches? I certainly do, and somehow wish there is a device that lures all these pests out in a single congregation where I can get rid of them once and for all. Jose Halloy and a...

VW Beetle to run on electricity

This interesting Volkswagen Beetle might look all beat up from the outside, but inside the boot you'll find an electric engine. The entire setup costs $29,995 - but think about the amount of dough you'll save in the long run...

Public toilet hidden from view

The Jinan Environment Sanitation Science Research Centre is working on the first hidden public toilet in China, revealing only its top to curious onlookers. These toilets will able to be installed on lawns along the sidewalk as well as...

Verizon boosts upload speeds

Verizon is working on increasing its upload speeds for regular users of its FIOS fiber optic Internet access to a whopping 20Mbps - while that number is blazing fast compared to DSL's 0.7Mbps, this is but a theoretical number,...

Nokia N810 hitting selected stores

The Nokia N810 Internet Tablet has already arrived at selected stores, with more to carry this device within the next few days. If you can't wait to get your hands on one, DataVision is currently selling it for $470, and...

Uber small projector

Fancy a projector that fits snugly into your coat pocket? China's Oculon aims to being the Hikari Pro920 projector to the masses, sporting VGA and SVGA models that retail for $299 and $399 respectively. Both projectors are more than capable...

OQO Holiday Special for US folks

OQO aims to inject a little extra bit of festive cheer into your midst with a Holiday Special that caters to those living in the US, although there is a very high chance that this could be a phishing...

Mexico gets online Apple Store

Mexicans can finally stop drumming their fingers in anticipation of an online Apple Store in their country as the long wait is finally over. This online store allows Mexican shoppers to take advantage of better value instead of shopping at...

Packard Bell Easynote XS video review

UMPC Portal has done a short and sweet Packard Bell Easynote XS video review, and here's what they have to say after dropping the gavel. If you want a no-frills, good value second PC for the home, car or...

Firefox 3 Beta 1 now available

After waiting for many an agonizing month, Firefox 3 Beta 1 is finally available. The final version of this browser is tipped to be much more mature than its predecessors, bringing faster page loads as well as a higher level...

JVC work on 4k-resolution projector

JVC will be developing a new D-ILA projector that can hit unbelievably high resolutions of 4,096 x 2,400. Known as the DLA-SH4K projector, it will most probably succeed the 1080p plateau that we now see on HDTVs. In addition...

Sony Ericsson goes for drag-and-drop

Sony Ericsson has applied for a patent that allows drag-and-drop methodology to be applied in portable devices at the flick of a finger. Basically, you can "strike" a file over to another compatible device over a short distance, and...

Sansa Connect gets firmware update

The Sansa Connect is now able to do much more than ever before, including video playback thanks to a firmware update. In addition, users will be able to run an artist search in the Get New Music tab whenever...

Fuschia Pink Bravia HDTV is outstanding

Sony's Bravia KDL20S3070 HDTV will come in Fuschia Pink this holiday season, although the 20" of viewing real estate isn't exactly living room material to begin with. Still, the bright color will definitely light up your surrounding area, and it...

Portable power generator runs off water

Millennium Cell and Horizon Fuel Cell Technologies are about to cross the finish line where the construction of their portable power generator is concerned. This is different from what's available in the market, as it uses a unique water-activated...

Fujitsu HandyDrive

Fujitsu will be launching its 2.5" portable hard drive known as HandyDrive in Japan on November 23rd, and I must say it is looking rather handsome. The curve at the bottom part reminds me somewhat of the SanDisk Cruzer Contour....

Canon EOS-5D Mark II leak?

Could the above screenshot indicate that the Canon EOS-5D Mark II will soon be upon us? It would seem likely, as evident by the "Report a Bug" page that lists the camera despite it not being available just yet. History...

Aluratek photo frames talk to Macs

Aluratek has released a new line of digital photo frames that work great even with Mac OS X 10.4, bringing a high resolution TFT true color LCD display to your living room encased by a wooden frame and integrated speakers....

Transcend S5 memory card reader

Transcend has released the S5 memory card reader that does only SD and MMC formats, which is a pity since there are tons of formats floating around outside these days. The S5 (thankfully) supports USB 2.0 connectivity, which means...

USB hub looks delicious

The Yuletide season is coming, and what better way to get into the festive mood than with this 4-port Christmas Cake USB hub from SolidAlliance? It will be available in limited quantities from Strapya.com, where orders will be cut off...

15-inch 150DS dual monitor

BTC of Korea has just launched the 15" 150DS dual monitor that targets the business market, featuring a transform stand, support for Picture-in-Picture, a response time of 16ms (you can kiss goodbye to watching movies and playing games with this),...

Haier ibiza Rhapsody

Haier has released the ibiza Rhapsody portable media player that boasts WiFi support - enabling users to access RealNetworks' unlimited subscription service in order to download new tracks whenever they are within the vicinity of a WiFi hotspot. This...

Fujitsu LifeBook S6510

Fujitsu launched its LifeBook S6510 that will be easy on your shoulders, weighing a mere 3.7 pounds despite packing in a 14" widescreen display and an Intel Core 2 Duo processor. Targeting frequent travelers who want a brief respite from...

Deals of the day

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Duo Atom Elegantly Switches Between Two SIM Cards

The Atom Duo is a simple and elegant phone with a particular talent: it can receive two SIM cards (and therefore handle two numbers). You can switch numbers back and forth by simply rotating the phone by 180 degrees...

Wooden Cross USB flash drive

Religious symbols are somewhat a sensitive subject in these politically-correct days, but if you feel comfortable enough to tote around this Wooden Cross USB flash drive, by all means go ahead. Not only does it function as a religious symbol/fashion...

WolfKing targets female gamers

WolfKing, fresh from releasing the Warrior Xxtreme, announced that it will customize its Warrior gaming pad and Trooper gaming mouse in a package that appeals to women who are involved in the PC gaming scene. These specially designed gaming...

CEIVA offers free software upgrade

It might be a little early to get ready for Christmas, but CEIVA does not want to disappoint by offering a free software update for its line of CEIVA 7" and 8" digital photo frames. This software upgrade will...

SeeSnake micro inspection camera

 Ridgid has released the SeeSnake micro inspection camera, helping DIY lovers to detect and diagnose problems throughout the home with ease. The SeeSnake micro inspection camera is the first professional-grade adjustable mini-camera that can see inside, underneath and in-between the...

Robot cleaner helps guard home

While it isn't as menacing as a guard dog (you could easily douse it with some water to introduce this vacuum cleaner to Mr. Short Circuit), this robotic vacuum cleaner could help alert you of intruders via text messages...

Dukes of Hazzard R/C Car

Firebox is now offering the Dukes of Hazzard remote controlled car, bringing the exact replica of a souped-up 1969 Dodge Charger into the living room. While the movie is largely unforgettable (some might even want to blot it out from...

USB Basketball Dunking Game

Here's a little desktop fun to whittle away those Monday blues - a USB Basketball Dunking Game. This pint-sized replica that is normally found in arcades works pretty much the same way - you have to shoot some hoops as...

USB Putt Returner

The USB Putt Returner requires a healthy amount of imagination as you while your time away at your desk, wishing you could be on the greens instead. When connected to a USB port, line up your putt and make...

Apricorn Aegis Mini

The Apricorn Aegis Mini is one tiny hard drive that boasts a whopping 120GB worth of storage space, despite coming in a package that weighs a mere 3.5 ounces with extensive shock mounting. Should your budget not permit, there...

Hello Kitty sauna belt

Hello Kitty now helps you in the battle of the bulge by coming in the form of a sauna belt. Apparently, wearing this belt around your waist long enough will cause you to sweat at get rid of excess...

Mitsubishi MDT242WG with dual HDMI

Mitsubishi's MDT242WG 24" LCD monitor is endowed with dual HDMI ports, letting you enjoy full HD movies on it courtesy of its 1,900 x 1,200 resolution. Other features include a contrast ratio of 1,000 to 1, a brightness level of...

November 19, 2007

Smart Closet helps pick out clothes

Researchers at the University of South Australia have developed a Smart Closet - a closet that comes with a built-in computer system. It is able to monitor what you wear as well as your schedule, preventing you from wearing the...

Blendie 2000 responds to voice

MIT students have managed to concoct a voice-controlled blender that is capable of changing its intensity according to your voice - the louder and shriller you growl, the faster it will blend until it can't go no more. While I...

Telehealth Monitor RTX 3370

The Telehealth Monitor RTX 3370 telemonitoring solution helps improve the way of providing healthcare to patients outside hospitals and yet suffer from various chronic illnesses such as heart failure, COPD and diabetes. It will engage the patient via daily interactions...

Archos 605 Charlie Chaplin edition

Archos released a Charlie Chaplin edition of its 605 WiFi portable media player, and will come with a 2.5" hard drive in 20GB, 30GB, 80GB and 120GB capacities. Not much has changed other than the casing color and the...

MAME system in Ikea table

Eric Gradman surely is a man with passion for classic video games and classy Scandinavian furniture, merging together a MAME gaming system with an IKEA dining table. Best to go down with finger food while you're zapping aliens away in...

Shenzen mk113 digital photo frame

The Shenzen mk113 digital photo frame will definitely make for an interesting gift for members of the fairer sex, what with its leaf-and-flower prints that adorn the device's border. Needless to say, as with most other devices that come...

Meritech M35 PMP

Meritech from Korea has released the M35 digital TV and portable media player device, bringing 3.5" of viewing goodness wherever you go, internal speakers, 3D virtual sound, 2GB of integrated memory, and a miniSD memory card slot with SDHC...

Altech USB CopyStation 21 Ultra

If you happen to be in charge of a PR firm and need to prepare a whole ton of USB flash drives frequently for your clients, the Altech USB CopyStation 21 Ultra would be perfect. Gone are the days...

BenQ Joybook R43

BenQ has released the Joybook R43 has features a pretty nifty design on the outside - a deep black lid accented by a unique ornamental band which was imprinted with Laminar Film technology, outlining the skyline of a metropolis in...

Pentagram PC case mod

The Pentagram PC case mod is totally out of this world - being shaped after its namesake. This is a wall-mounted PC (better make sure you have strong enough fittings lest this thing crashes onto the floor!) that measures just...

Thirsty Light sensor for plants

The Thirsty Light is a pretty interesting contraption as this $10 sensor helps you be aware of when your plants need some water. Whenever the soil goes dry, it will start to blink like crazy in order to attract your...

Matchlight mood lighting concept

The Matchlight mood lighting concept is perfect for those who want to rekindle the flames of love. Imagine the romantic glow of sixteen matchsticks (non-flammable, of course) bathing the entire room as you gaze into the eyes of your lover....

D-Box X3me and Quest chairs

For those who love the feeling of being seated in simulation rides, the D-Box X3me and Quest chairs are just the thing for you. Each of these leather recliners come with integrated actuators that pull you into the onscreen...

SeaLife Digital Pro Flash

SeaLife has released its Digital Pro Flash that makes it possible for virtually any SeaLife camera as well as other brands of digital underwater cameras to snap vivid images of underwater life in deeper, vibrant colors than ever before....

Evergreen DN-DRK72 repairs discs

The Evergreen DN-DRK72 device looks somewhat like a distant cousin of the Xbox 360, and claims to be able to repair your discs which have difficulty being read by your audio system or computer. All you need to do is...

iPod nano case sparkles

Now this is one iPod nano case that will definitely keep your lady happy - it is diamond-encrusted, covered by 586 diamonds and set on 120 grams of 14k white gold, bringing the total price of this case to...

Unlocked iPhones in Germany

Vodafone recently obtained a Court order that requires T-Mobile Germany to sell Apple's iPhone to Germans - minus a service plan. This temporary injunction requires T-Mobile to respond within a couple of weeks' time, and Deutsche Telekom (the parent...

Axiom Audio releases Audiobyte

The Audiobyte from Axiom Audio prides itself in being the first luxuxry hi-fi computer speaker system in the world, comprising of a couple of high end, ultra-compact speakers in addition to a dedicated stereo amplifier and an optional subwoofer....

3G iPod nano knockoff

ECNokia of China has just lifted the veil on its latest knockoff effort that takes after the form factor of the 3G iPod nano. Not only does it come with an integrated FM tuner, a microphone for voice notes,...

Option iCON 225 HSDPA USB modem

Option's iCON 225 HSDPA USB modem prides itself in being extremely tiny, targeting mass market businesses with its 63mm x 26mm x 13mm size while weighing a mere 40 grams. It offers theoretical data rates of up to 7.2Mbps, although...

AT&T SLM announced

AT&T has just announced that it will be carrying the Samsung SLM this November 23rd onwards, a lightweight cellphone that features Napster Mobile, enabling AT&T subscribers to gain access to more than 5 million songs. They'll be able to...

2X VGA Extender does HD video

Gefen has a new extension system known as the 2X VGA Extender that is capable of splitting one VGA video signal and delivering it within a 1,000 foot radius over standard CAT-5 cables, supporting resolutions of up to 1080p or...

Amazon rolls out Kindle

Amazon has finally made the Kindle e-book reader available, and it will support over 90,000 books which can be purchased in the Kindle Store online, including 101 out of 112 current New York Times Best Sellers and New Releases...

Contra 4 hits cellphones

 Contra 4 has just been released by Konami and can be purchased online at most major carriers, including AT&T Mobility, T-Mobile and Verizon Wireless. This updated classic will feature original content that is meant for the mobile platform only in...

AdderLink X Series X200 extender

The AdderLink X Series X200 extender consists of a full-featured USB keyboard, video and mouse extender complete with stereo audio capabilities, supporting a maximum resolution of 1,920 x 1,200. What makes the X200 stand out is the inclusion of...

RoadWarrior mobile scanners updated

Visioneer has incorporated its Visioneer OneTouch with Kofax Virtual ReScan technology into its line of RoadWarrior mobile scanners, automatically improving the image quality of faded or degraded original documents. This technology has been integrated directly into the Visioneer OneTouch scanner...

WolfKing Warrior Xxtreme now official

At long last, the WolfKing Warrior Xxtreme has just been released, making it the first hybrid 2-in-1 PC gamepad and keyboard on the world. It boasts all the features that came with the original Warrior, with the Xxtreme throwing in...

Breezewalk Shoes

The Breezewalk Shoes that you see here look pretty ordinary - until you realize that each pair comes with their own air-conditioning system that keeps all your little piggies cool, resulting in non-stinky socks for supple and spry feet;...

Virtual computer runs on no hardware

Word has it that the Massachussetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and giant notebook manufacturer Quanta are currently collaborating on a "virtual computer that can run without any hardware”. This sounds like Virtual Machines that would run from a server and require...

EMF Shield for motorcyclists

Randall Dale Chipkar has designed his EMF Shield that can be stored inside a motorcycle seat. He is paranoid of EMFs that allegedly causes cancer, claiming that motorcycles emit more than their fair share of EMFs to put riders...

Ripsaw tank to rule them all

The Ripsaw tank is one huge monster that can be remote controlled, hitting its stride of 50mph within a mere 3.5 seconds - now that's blazing fast. This is made possible thanks to its 650 hp engine as well as...

Transcend T.sonic 650 MP3 player

Transcend has released its T.sonic 650 MP3 player that offers up to 4GB of storage space at a price that does not hurt the pocket that much. Features include a dual color OLED display, a lyrics sync function, an intuitive...

MonoDO wooden keyboard stand

Mac owners have yet another keyboard accessory to look out for - the MonoDO wooden keyboard stand from Japan. It combines both wood and aluminum in order to fit the standard Apple keyboard inside perfectly. You can choose to adjust...

Retrevo.com new version: matching people and gadgets

Today a gadget-shopping website is re-launching: Retrevo’s mission is to match people and electronics. Last week, we met with CEO Vipin Jain for a private demo of the website’s new version. This is a new kind of online shopping experience...

BlueCore Player from CSR

CSR has released the BlueCore Player - touted to be the lowest cost Bluetooth-enabled MP3 player in the world, costing less than $10. Meant for devices that are not made cumbersome with wires, the BlueCore Player also allows direct streaming...

Sony VSP-NS7 HD digital signage player

Sony has released its new VSP-NS7 high definition digital signage player that aims to provide flexible options for creating and controlling networks of displays across a property. The VSP-NS7 is said to offer superior image quality, a wide range of...

Black Hawk XR5 Quad Core Notebook

PC MicroWorks Corporation certainly ain't holding back its punches with the new Black Hawk XR5 Quad Core Super Notebook. The XR5 holds the distinction of being the first mobile product that will run a pair of the powerful 512MB...

Pokémon used to teach science

I know Pokémon are cute and all, but they will actually be employed by a new in-school program to teach both elementary and middle school students about the wonderful world of science. Nintendo, the The National Institute of Aerospace...

Porsche Wheel Turbo Nordschleife

So you're rocking out on uber expensive rides in a computer game, but somehow using a keyboard to control such a sweet machine just doesn't quite make the cut. The Porsche Wheel Turbo Nordschleife Edition is something worth checking out,...

Dell XPS One gets pricing

Looks like my speculated price was wrong - the Dell XPS One will not hit your wallets that hard with a starting price of $1,499. This 20" widescreen display computer will come with speakers on its sides, a smoked...

HTC Touch gets a facelift

HTC has decided that the Touch is getting a wee bit too old for its own good (although it was just launched like, this year) and decided to inject the equivalent of electronic Botox inside, resulting in a couple of...

eStarling frame gets email address

eStarling is no stranger to the world of digital photo frames, and will be releasing a new WiFi version for this Christmas that features its very own email address. This next-generation model will come in a black finish, an 8"...

November 18, 2007

Drum kit PC case

This drum kit PC case is certainly unique, although not as special as the stuffed beaver PC case. The L Series PC case from Spotswood Custom Computer is made of maple veneer plywood, allowing you to customize it with...

Nebulus to help save lives

The Nebulus Emergency Flotation Device is a self-inflating shell which deploys quickly, enabling a water or ice rescue to be performed by just a single person without waiting having to wait for back up. In such emergencies, timing is...

SE concept phone does USB drives

This concept Sony Ericsson cellphone from designer Vincent Palicki could be a prophecy of sorts - this candybar handset features the usual large display, standard Sony Ericsson keypad layout, external music controls, music and video support, along with a full-size...

Swift40e is blazing fast

The Swift40e claims to be the fastest single-stream wide area network (WAN) interface card that reaches speeds of 40Gbps; which is four times faster than today's fastest WAN networks. The Swift40e can be specially configured with up to two...

Basketball Lamp does not bounce

The Basketball Lamp is pretty unique since you can't bounce this around in the center court, but what it lacks in terms of sporting capability, it more than makes up for it with an alarm clock function as well as...

Goldstriker aims for B&O BeoCom 4 phone

As if Bang & Olufsen's BeoCom 4 phone isn't already desirable by itself (mainly for the brand name and not performance nor practicality), Goldstriker decided to bling things up with a sculptured design that makes it look fantastic in gold...

Samsung TruDirect SE-S204S disc drive

Samsung has released its new optical disc drive known as TruDirect SE-S204S, enabling consumers to create DVDs as well as burn digital content through a PC minus the need for a hard drive. This sounds like the perfect accessory to...

Amazon Kindle confirmed

The Amazon Kindle is no vaporware as confirmed by Newsweek's cover story, and from there we've also discovered the Kindle will retail for $399 and come with a 6" E-ink display and EV-DO "Whispernet" on Sprint for anytime, anywhere...

Wireless USB CardBus in Japan

Japanese will soon be able to get their hands on the Rex-WUSB1 Wireless USB CardBus card that has been specially manufactured to operate between the 3.6GHz and 3.8GHz waveband. Unfortunately, this wait might seem to be agonizingly long for...

Nerf Sniper Rifle

The Nerf N-Strike Longshot CS-6 is but a sniper rifle that surprises your target with a soft, nerf bullet from afar. This blaster is more than three feet long and can launch foam arrows up to 35 feet away!...

Shopping carts get text displays

Modstream aims to bring advertising to a whole new level by introducing shopping carts which come with scrolling text displays on the handles itself, allowing advertisers to beam messages to selected stores sans wires. I suppose the messages will change...

Sega Genesis gets portable

While the Sega Nomad was the official portable Sega Genesis, it didn't really take off in the market no thanks to the Game Boy's dominance in the arena along with problems such as short battery life (sounds like the Game...

Maya Single media apparatus

The Maya Single chair looks totally out of this world, but would be great for those who find solace in the bottle, only to grapple with the worst of headaches the next monrning. This architecturally designed chair comes with specially...

MSI YA Editon Laptop in pink

The YA Edition Laptop from MSI comes in pink and boasts a 12" display, firmly placing this in the ultra-portable category. You also get a 1.3 megapixel webcam, a DVD burner, and an average AMD Athlon 64 X2 Mobile TK-53...

Sprinz designer radiators

Sprinz from Germany has designed a generator that makes use of glass slabs in order to generate heat, and if that isn't enough for you, you have the choice to pick out different themes for it in order to match...

Corvette replica telephone

Now ain't this a beauty - a novelty 1963 Corvette replica telephone. You won't be able to send or receive text messages with this, but at least it adds a dash of class to your living room while letting everyone...

Sharper Image Bluetooth handset

Sharper Image has come up with its own 008TSI Slider Bluetooth handset that works with just about any SIM card - giving you the freedom of doing away with locked SIM-card phones. I suppose this $249.95 offering works great...

LED Jellyfish Mood Lamp

If you're sick and tired of seeing fish swim around aimlessly to keep you de-stressed after a long day at work, the LED Jellyfish Mood Lamp could be a viable alternative. Featuring a trio of jellyfish that move around...

Pirkus-R Type-01 DX robot

Robots will probably be a staple gift during holiday seasons in the coming years, and the Pirkus-R Type-01 DX from Robot Labs of Japan is certainly one gift idea to consider if you have deep pockets. Retailing for a...

Micro Mini Pocket Scale

Just in case you're a cop who wants to know just how much heroin the junkie down the road is peddling, the Micro Mini Pocket Scale is for you. Of course, it could be used in other settings such...

Egg Digital Photo Frame

Digital photo frames are dime a dozen these days, but the Egg Digital Photo Frame certainly comes in a form factor that is different from all those rectangular blocks you're used to seeing. Features are nothing to shout about...

Pyglet rips songs from CDs minus PC

Pyglet is the brainchild of a quartet from the University of Adelaide, and this device rips and transfers songs from a CD to a portable music player without the need for a computer. I guess this would come in...

Deals of the day

$35, LITE-ON LH-20A1S12 DVD Writer$49, Logitech Z-5300e 5.1 Speaker System $56, IOGEAR 4-Port USB KVM Switch$79, Kaser StorageVault 320GB External Hard Drive$229, Magellan Maestro 3200 GPS More deals at Uberbargain.com...

November 17, 2007

3-Way SLI photo gallery

It’s hardly a secret, but NVIDIA has not announced anything yet so if you need a solid proof that 3-way SLI is real, here it is. Take a closer look to see what the guts of a 3-way SLI...

November 16, 2007

Levono i909 NES Emulator Phone

Levono found a quick way to put games in its phones: it has embedded a NES emulator in the i909 phone. A gaming pad accessory, turns the i909 into a portable console capable of playing NES classics (back then,...

ThermalTake 1500W PC Power-Supply

This is probably the most interesting example that shows how ridiculous electric consumption is getting in high-end gaming computers. This Thermaltake Toughpower power-supply is certified for 1500W, which can come in handy if you happen to build a multi-GPU system...

Your iPhone Might Be Spying On You

Rik Farrow, a security expert showed that an iPhone with a ROM older than 1.1.2 could be hacked to allow an intruder to tune in text messages, emails or conversations. The hacker does not even need to have physical access...

PS3 overtakes Wii in Japan

Guess at the end of the day, price really matters as evident by the PS3 overtaking its arch-nemesis, the Wii in Japan last week. More than 55,000 PS3 units were moved compared to over 34,000 Wiis. This is most probably...

TwinMOS Mobile Disk P1

The TwinMOS Mobile Disk P1 is different from generic USB flash drives as it does not come with a cap, using a sliding mechanism instead just like the SanDisk Cruzer Contour. The TwinMOS Mobile Disk P1 boasts a slick...

i.Sound RoadTalk

For those who have yet to pick up a Bluetooth headset for use while driving can now consider the i.Sound RoadTalk. This Bluetooth-enabled car kit can be connected to a compatible cellphone or MP3 player, transmitting audio via full-frequency...

Motorola ROKR E8 hands-on

BGR has scored yet another exclusive with the Motorola ROKR E8 this time round. This handset from Motorola is known as the "morphing phone", since it boasts a keyboard that changes based on the function that you want to...

Hello Kitty ATM bank

Teach your little girl how to save with the Hello Kitty ATM bank from Japan. It is actually a glorified coin box that comes with its own "Hello Kitty ATM card" that contains a PIN number, enabling you to...

LG goes for removable speakers

LG has developed removable acoustic transducers that will be able to perform different functions in different modes - whenever hooked to a cellphone, it acts as traditional speakers and a microphone, but when you remove them, the transducers end...

NifNaks creepie crawly USB flash drives

NifNaks.com is currently selling adorable USB flash drives that come in different animals such as a maggot and a strange-looking bait thingamajic. The 4GB maggot USB flash drive retails for $67, which is pretty affordable and guaranteed to make heads...

Philips Xenium 9@9 just will not quit

Philips certainly know that talktime is extremely important to business-type folks, which is why the Xenium 9@9 cellphone just won't quit on you during the most crucial moments. This amazing handset has a standby time of two months, and...

Amazon Kindle to roll out on Monday

Word has it that Amazon's e-book reader, known as the Kindle so far, will be announced at the W Hotel in New York on Monday. This newcomer to the e-book scene reportedly costs $399 and will be able to...

M2E Power to harness kinetic energy

M2E Power aims to commercialize its battery technology that harnesses kinetic energy, turning motion into electrical power. The first target would be to develop a D-size battery for the military, followed by those meant for consumer use later. Currently, soldiers...

Tangent VITA K Series

 Tangent launched a new group of ultra slim, industrial strength touch screen PCs known as the VITA K Series. Not only do they come in rugged metal enclosures that is attention grabbing, the VITA K PCs are also energy efficient,...

Redline receives FCC nod for WiMAX gear

 Redline Communications have received the FCC's approval for its RedMAX AN-100U WiMAX base station in the US, making it the first 3.65 GHz WiMAX product to be approved for operation here. This will enable operators in the country to deploy...

Chewbacca backpack

Normally, it would be the other way round as a mighty Wookie lugs a human on its back, but the tables are turned round this time with the Chewbacca backpack. This little fellow is sorta like a Mini Me version...

iRiver teases with D27

iRiver has set tongues wagging and imagination moving with the D27 device, with the letter "D" most probably meaning 'dictionary' as found in the D5. What are the specifications of the D27? Nobody knows for sure, but some of...

SNES Controller makes a comeback

On the Wii platform, no less. Those living in Japan will be able to get their retro kicks with this amazing retro gamepad for the Nintendo Wii that comes in the form of a SNES controller. It will be released...

iRiver Disney Mplayer

iRiver has decked out its Disney Mplayer with Swarovski crystal-studded ears in a myriad of colors and combinations, with five different base colors to choose from (black, silver, white, blue and pink). This Disney Mplayer is a special edition...

November 15, 2007

Metroboard electric skateboard

The Metroboard electric skateboard might not use Bluetooth to control its movement, but relies on an infra-red handheld remote control instead. At first glance, it looks like any other ordinary skateboard, but upon closer inspection you'll see a 450...

PA-40Ti Hybrid iPod Dock

Now the Lars & Ivan PA-40Ti Hybrid iPod Dock is truly one of a kind, merging together a home for your media player with a powerful tube-based amplifier. There are no integrated speakers in this offering, instead it offers 40...

Epson has uber thin E-Ink display

Epson Seiko has just released a new E-Ink display that uses their very own proprietary TFT design, resulting in a 6.7" e-paper terminal panel that boasts a maximum resolution of 1,200 x 1,600 pixels. It measures a mere 3mm thin,...

51GB HD DVD announced

There is a new HD DVD standard available - a triple layer HD DVD that brings up the total capacity to a whopping 51GB, making it more than a match for Blu-ray's 50GB disks. Needless to say, you probably...

SolarExpress PDA II CF USB Host Card

The SolarExpress PDA II CF USB Host Card is compatible with a wide range of SanDisk's memory cards, including their line of SDHC and microSDHC cards - so you can breathe easy before making a purchase. This USB Host...

Everglide rolls out DKTBoard

Everglide, a brand name associated with high-end gaming peripherals, has released the Everglide DKTBoard that brings together Everglide’s “old skool” feel with cutting-edge technologies courtesy of the "Powered by Razer" program. The keyboard is housed in a brushed-aluminum chassis, featuring...

Zoho updates Zoho Writer

Those who are fans of Zoho Writer will be able to enjoy the latest version that comes with key updates, giving users access to pagination, headers and footers, a 43-language spell checker, and other new features. Among other improvements...

EDGE Tech photo frame plays MP3

EDGE Tech has just released a new 12" Digital Picture Frame that comes complete with an integrated MP3 player, allowing you to not only play back slideshows of your favorite memories, but accompany those with the appropriate tune as...

Tetris & Pong Forever

For those who can't get enough of Tetris and Pong, there is the Tetris & Pong Forever design from Lysandre Follet. This conceptual watch comes with a monochrome display that not only tells the time, it also allows you to...

USB Laptop Security Alarm

Belkin's F5L013 USB Laptop Security Alarm helps keep your laptop secure by basing the entire security system around a solid lock-like base complete with an alarm system and a USB cable. Should the USB cable be cut or disconnected...

Sharp Papyrus PW-TC930 dictionary

Sharp has just released its new Papyrus PW-TC930 electronic dictionary that comes with mobile TV support, and this new device will go on sale in Japan on November 23rd. Features include a 4.3" color ASV display and an integrated 1Seg...

KDDI to deliver 4x HD video-on-demand

Those Japs certainly have it good - KDDI has just started an online service that is capable of sending quad-HD films over a typical ADSL or fiber-optic Internet connection. In order to help it maintain a resolution four times...

iD Softtware could grace Nintendo DS

The Nintendo DS is definitely one gaming platform that has seen many different genres converge, save for the FPS area which is severely lacking in quality titles. Thankfully, FPS pioneer iD software could be working on a Wolfenstein 3D and...

Contour comes up with new iPod cases

Contour Design has rolled out its Showcase and iSee cases for the relatively new iPod Classic. The Showcase Classic comes with shock absorbing rubber as well as a clear hard shell plastic case, boasting a dual-sliding latch system, removable...

Blowable computer interface

Just when you thought the DS brought about a whole new level of interactivity, along comes students from Georgia Tech who developed an audio analysis program that allows you to blow at your computer in order to control it....

Y-CAM White & Black IP Cameras review

TrustedReviews have reviewed the Y-CAM White & Black IP Cameras and here's their conclusion. Just as with the Y-Cam White, the Y-CAM Black is a very well built, fully featured IP camera that will be quite sufficient for the...

HP iPAQ 100 Series unboxing

Pocket PC Thoughts have received a review unit of the iPAQ 100 Series Classic Handheld, and hence begins the customary unboxing experience. This is but an entry level device from HP, but still, anything new is always worth ripping the...

AlcoHAWK PRO

AlcoHAWK has come up with a redesign of its personal-use alcohol breath test for improved accuracy and ease-of-use. Known as the AlcoHAWK PRO, you get foolproof FlowCheck Technology that ensures sufficient air sample is tested while alerting you to...

Griffin Technology releases TuneBuds

Griffin Technology has introduced TuneBuds earphones that match your iPod, without sacrificing on sound quality as well as comfort. It will come in half a dozen metallic colors that are at home with any of Apple's second and third...

Asus Eee PC running Mac OS X

The ultra-light Macbook might be coming soon, but our friends from uneasysilence say that they have successfully installed Mac OS X Leopard on their Asus Eee PC, based on the LifeHacker tutorial. The downside is that Leopard is slow on...

The iPhone nano is coming (Philippe Kahn)

That’s the prediction of tech veteran Philippe Kahn, (who founded Borland in the 80s) now CEO of FullPower Technologies, a company with motion sensing expertise. We don’t know if this prediction is based on more than a personal feeling,...

High-Resolution YouTube Videos “Soon”

Steve Chen (YouTube’s co-founder) announced it a the NewTeeVee Live conference yesterday: YouTube's video quality will be improved and it will adapt to the user’s connection speed. This is sometwhat similar to what Move Networks is doing. Interestingly enough,...

R2-D2 Night Projector

What's R2-D2 up to these days? Well, he's back as a Night Projector this time, bathing your room with images of the X-Wing starfighter, the Millennium Falcon and the impressive Death Star. You can choose from the traditional blue...

Solar roofing tiles from DRI Energy

DRI Energy successfully developed roofing tiles that comes with integrated solar cells which will be branded under the Lumeta name and released in the second quarter of next year. This new breakthrough ought to see sales figures pick up since...

HotSeats 723 Game Chair

The HotSeats 723 Flight Simulator TRX Game Chair is yet another piece of furniture that targets gamers, and it comes complete with a 23" HDTV widescreen LCD monitor, a 1.8GHz Dual Core processor PC, an LCD mount, Dolby 5.1 Surround...

YouTube to go HD

 YouTube aims to make the high definition leap within three months' time with its new player that is capable of detecting the speed of the viewer's Internet connection, and subsequently delivering video at the appropriate quality. This is in line...

Terror fight in Japan

Non-Japanese who enter the country from November 20th onwards will be treated as a potential terrorist the moment they arrive, so don't be surprised when you are fingerprinted and photographed then. NEC is helping the Japanese government out with new...

Omron HT-B453 electric toothbrush

The Omron HT-B453 electric toothbrush makes life a whole lot easier, especially when you're dog tired at the end of the evening and just want to call it a night, being too lazy to do all the manual oral...

Seiko updates Smart Label Printer

Seiko has just updated its Smart Label Printer software that comes with webcam support, making it compatible with a handful of Logitech QuickCam models including the Chat, Ultra Vision and Pro 9000. This update enables users to place images on...

USB Thermometer

Brando has released the USB Thermometer that gives you a reading of the current indoor temperature along with the ability to store such data in your computer. It looks like a standard USB flash drive at first glance, save for...

ONFi 2.0 looks toward faster NAND chips

The Open NAND Flash Interface (ONFi) working group is has just announced the availability of the 0.9 draft of the ONFi 2.0 specification to member companies. This points toward an updated specification list within a couple of months' time,...

Sony takes orders for OLED TV

Sony Japan is currently taking pre-orders for its XEL-1 OLED TV, dubbed to be the slimmest OLED TV in the world, measuring a mere 3mm thin. This 11" display will come with a resolution of 960 x 540, an...

Nintendo DS Lite to be redesigned?

Just when you thought the DS Lite could do no wrong in terms of design, word on the street has it that Nintendo will be revamping its DS Lite in the near future, doing away with the GBA port (what...

Packard Bell Compasseo 700 series

Packard Bell has just released its Compasseo 700 series of GPS navigation units, and these will probably interest those who live in Europe more than Americans. The 780 T+ flagship model comes with a 4.3" LCD display a 400MHz...

SliMouse SlimPad does the pointing

The SliMouse SlimPad is very different from any other standard pointing peripherals, as it comes in the shape of a square and uses a sensor touch-scroll instead of the regular scroll wheel. It is said that the sensor touch-scroll offers...

LG.Philips LCD is dirt-resistant

While many of us prefer our LCD panels to remain dirt-free, LG.Philips has the heart of those who lead an active lifestyle in mind by developing a dirt-resistant 15.4" TFT LCD panel for notebooks, making it a snap to remove...

Eee PC shortage delays Asian launch

Looks like high demand and a general lack of supply for the Eee PC has resulted in launch delays in several markets throughout Asia. Originally planned to be launched in 15 Asian markets this month, the shortage has seen...

Pyramat Wireless Gaming Office Chair

The Pyramat Wireless Gaming Office Chair 2.1 targets those who love to loosen their ties after a long day at the office only to indulge in a round of DOTA or two before heading home. It hooks up to...

Sony launches Pro HDV camcorders

Sony has plans to release a couple more Pro HDV camcorders in the market next February - the handheld, HDMI-enabled HVR-Z7U and the shoulder-mounted HVR-S270U. Both will boast interchangeable lens systems, 1080/24p/30p native progressive recording, increased sensitivity for low-light conditions,...

Uberclok offers cheap gaming rigs

Uberclok brings gamers relatively cheap gaming rigs that do not skimp on the power factor, simply by maximizing the overclocking capability of each PC. The ION line targets those who use at best a 22" LCD monitor, retailing for $1,500....

FunStation 3 parodies PS3

We all know how everyone is making a whole lot of noise about the PS3's high price tag, but the FunStation 3 is on the opposite extreme, presumably being an 8-bit machine. You won't get Blu-ray, full HD output, WiFi...

Volitan concept boat

The Volitan concept boat looks a whole lot like the Imperial Shuttle in the Star Wars universe, using solid sails, wind power and solar energy in order to move around, making this one of the most environmentally-friendly sea vehicle ever...

Warmkeyboard for the winter

What better way to keep your fingers warm and toasty during the bitter winter? Why, other than a pair of gloves, there is always the Warmkeyboard. This USB-powered keyboard comes with heating elements built right into its keys, gentle...

MC Square X1

The MC Square X1 claims to offer an instant IQ boost - it apparently helps you relax and increases your concentration power simply by targeting your brain's sensory preceptors with light and sound. Somewhat resembling an MP3 player with a...

Eco Shoes Dryer

Now here's an interesting shoe dryer that takes on the look of a common shoe tree, save for the fact that it comes with silica gel drying material which are powered by an internal battery instead. Whenever all the...

Slacker Portable

The Slacker Portable let's you take your personalized radio stations wherever you go - and will be available in 15, 25 and 40 station capacities. Every time you sync the Portable, songs from your favorite artists will be loaded...

NEC Powermate P5010

NEC's Powermate P5010 is an all-in-one hybrid PC that was specially designed to offer the best of a desktop and laptop into one single device. It will be powered by AMD's Turion 64 X2 dual core processor, 2GB DDR2...

November 14, 2007

Faux boom box for your iPod

Now this is a hoot - a faux boom box that requires some assembly before it can be used. Comprised of a flat cardboard and two speakers, this dual AA battery-powered boombox of sorts won't be able to rock...

Visual Desktop Charger

This Visual Desktop Charger concept by Sun Kyung Kim adds a dash of class where wireless charging stations are concerned, and his design involves a visual indication that radiates rings of light to indicate its charge status. These rings actually...

Matias Folding Keyboard

Matias has just released a new Folding Keyboard that can be folded into half, making it a snap to carry around. Its keys sit on dome switches which have been specially designed to provide users with a responsive and tactile...

Alienware leaks new notebooks

Alienware looks set to release a couple of new notebooks, notably the M15x and M17x that will be powered by the highly recommended Nvidia 8800GTX graphics card. The M15x and M17x are 15" and 17" notebooks respectively, with prices starting...

GroundSurf relies on Bluetooth

The GroundSurf gadget is slightly different from a skateboard as it comes with three wheels, and it's front wheel is equipped with an electrical motor as well. The most unique feature of the GroundSurf? It allows you to control the...

Envision Omni for the budget conscious

Envision thinks about the welfare of your pockets as well with its new line of Omni LCD TVs. All three new offerings will come with ATSC and QAM tuners, a response time of 8ms, S/PDIF audio output; and resolution that...

Art.Engine audio system

The Art.Engine is a Ferrari-inspired audio engineering effort that aims to give birth to an all-new concept in audio as well as an exciting listening experience. This complete stereo system consists of twin-speaker arrays, wireless signal input, and digital electronics,...

TVUS HM960 PMP

Homecast has just launched its new TVUS HM960 portable media player in Korea that adopts the DaVinci chipset to keep you entertained no matter where you are. It will use NAND flash memory for storage purposes instead of a...

Callpod Dragon Bluetooth headset

The Callpod Dragon Bluetooth headset boasts of an impressive 100 meter range - that's way further that what standard Bluetooth headsets can offer (those work best within a 5 meter radius), featuring dual-mic noise suppression technology as well. Heck,...

USBConnect 881 HSUPA USB modem

AT&T released the Sierra Wireless USBConnect 881 HSUPA USB modem recently, allowing more folks to surf the Internet on the full HSPA data highway. This works great for those who are using notebooks that lack an ExpressCard slot, and...

Verizon Blackberry Launch Celebration in SF

Yesterday, Verizon held a nice party in San Francisco’s Slide club to celebrate their BlackBerry line up, particularly the 8130 Pearl and the 8830 World Edition (both shiny and very nice, indeed). The place was packed and all the...

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Chinese N92 is not from Nokia

Although it is very common that Chinese manufacturers/resellers try to steal some branding thunder, I’m still amazed by the fact that they’ll stop at nothing. This phone looks like a Nokia N70 and it even uses the codename N92,...

Sennheiser PXC 350 NoiseGard noise-cancelling headphones

It is really interesting that there is not a clear choice in the mid-range ($150-$200) when it comes to noise-cancelling headphones. The Bose are said to be the best, but most people don’t want to pay for them. At...

Fujitsu USB-powered 300GB Hard Drive

The Fujitsu External Hard Disk Drive (yes, that’s the product name) packs a lot of storage in a small box and most importantly, it is USB-powered, so there’s only one cable to transport. This looks like a good companion,...

Vestalife Ladybug Cute Speaker Dock

There are hundreds of speaker docks out there for the iPod family but the Vestalife Ladybug has more personality than most. When closed, it looks like a (not smiling) face, with big eyes but both speakers open to give you...

AT&T brings IPTV to the 3 screens, to all audiences

(NewTeeVee Live) Ralph de la Vega, AT&T Group President, just spoke at the NewTeeVee Live conference. He delivered AT&T 's vision for IPTV: the carrier goal is to connect people with their world everywhere and in any way they...

Alltel Wireless Axcess Family Finder

Alltel Wireless has launched the Axcess Family Finder service, featuring easy-to-use interactive maps that help monitor or guide family members to specific locations. Unfortunately, the Axcess Family Finder Web site given in the press release does not work :( Still,...

Asus R50A to be launched

Asus has plans to launch the R50A in the near future, also known as the R3. No idea of its full specifications, but we do know that it will come with full computer and GPS functionality, which means you'll...

LG 52LG71 LCD TV

LG launched its 52LG71 LCD TV, touted to be the first 1080p LCD TV in the world that comes with an integrated 802.11 wireless system - although there had been plasma sets prior to this that featured built-in WiFi...

Vuzix LV920 head-mounted display

You know all those head-mounted displays that are filling up the market these days?While those are meant for iPod owners to enjoy their movies in private, Vuzix has spared some thought for the visually impaired by developing the LV920 -...

WiFi Bus in Singapore

Looks like Singapore is about to be one of the most connected city states in the world, with a dozen fully tricked out WiFi buses roaming its streets courtesy of Nokia. Sounds great to me - you can now surf...

JVC HA-FX300 headphones

JVC has launched its HA-FX300 headphones that are part of its high-end line of in-ear canal headphones. The HA-FX300 uses a range of sound-enhancing technologies courtesy of an aluminum evaporation diaphragm, a new internal dual-metal structure and aluminum housing. Sounds...

Luggage Robot follows faithfully

The Luggage Robot, also known affectionately as Tony, comes with light sensitive detectors, ultrasound and infrared sensors that help it navigate around without bumping into obstacles in its path. Simply by placing the card in your back pocket, it...

Portable Voice Stress Analyzer

The Portable Voice Stress Analyzer is one nifty device to have, measuring micro tremors in one's voice in order to determine a lie. Sounds pretty much like a polygraph test that we often see on TV, save for the...

Sharp DK-AP2 speaker system

Sharp launched its DK-AP2 speaker system that comes in a very unique design - it takes the form of a triangle, making it one of the more interesting speaker systems to adorn your desktop anytime soon. The Sharp DK-AP2...

Duracell PowerSource Mobile 100

Ever wished you had some way to magically extend the battery life of your most frequently used gadgets when you need them most? You can now do so with the new Duracell PowerSource Mobile 100. The Duracell PowerSource Mobile...

Venturi Mini Bluetooth unit

The Venturi Mini Bluetooth unit, when plugged into your vehicle's cigarette lighter outlet, will automatically turn it into a Bluetooth-enabled handsfree kit, allowing you to stream music from your cellphone to your vehicle's stereo system as well. In essence,...

Tok Tak MP3 player concept

Now this is definitely one of the more interesting MP3 player concepts, with its extremely tiny size being one of the standout features. The Tok Tak MP3 player looks like your everyday audio jack, and that's because it is so....

Mob Boss demands protection money

Now this is one piggy bank that aims to cultivate the habit of saving money by encouraging you via words - threatening ones at that, too! Every time you drop some coin, this diminutively sized mobster will utter one...

InnoDisk releases flash storage devices

InnoDisk Corp. has introduced the EDC 4000 series of embedded disk card and iCF 4000 series of industrial CF card to the world, bringing faster data transfer speed, more stable performance, and better endurance for everybody. Both series of cards...

KillaCycle breaks world record

The KillaCycle has just pushed the boundaries of speed even further by breaking its own world record for being the fastest in an electric quarter-mile drag. It managed to set the new official ¼ mile record by clocking 7.991...

ATI TV Wonder 650 Combo USB for Mac

AMD has launched the new ATI TV Wonder 650 Combo USB for Mac, bringing yet another option for Mac users who want to enjoy the HDTV experience on their computer. The ATI TV Wonder 650 Combo USB for Mac marries...

Thanko releases HiPad

Thanko has released its fair share of heating and warming products, and the Thanko HiPad is the latest in a long line. Since brutal winter is about to arrive, you might as well prep yourself by giving this a...

Brighton Bi-Plug

The Brighton Bi-Plug is something worth considering if you're a bona fide geek - it consists of a plug on one side (compatible with the US and Japan), while the other end holds a USB port. Great for those who...

Limited Edition Samsung P2 DAP

For those who are into Asian artists, they ought to have heard of Seo Taiji, who is just about the biggest rockstar in Korea for a long time now. Samsung decided to commemorate the release of his 15th album with...

Toshiba HD DVD players cheap in Japan

I can just see the next big collectible card game title - High Definition: The Gathering. And one of the most potent cards in the deck? The Toshiba Lunacy. "Sacrifice Toshiba Lunacy to gain market lead in the next-gen...

Gamercize targets office drones now

Gamercize, the company that brought you gaming peripherals that required you to sweat before and while you play has just released their new GZ PC-Sport Power Stepper. This stepper works just like other steppers found in the market, save...

Pure Gold Remote Control

Lantic Systems has just released a new remote control that comes in pure gold, retailing for over $55,000, making it the king of the hill when it comes to being the most expensive standard remote control on the market....

HP Photosmart A826

HP's new Photosmart A826 is more of a Home Photo Center than a standard printer, featuring an extra large 7" color touchscreen display that allows you to choose your photos via thumbnails before printing them out. It also isn't...

IOGEAR GBMH221 stereo Bluetooth headset

IOGEAR and SRS Labs have come together to develop the GBMH221 stereo Bluetooth headset that is touted to offer "beautifully crisp" audio quality as well as half a dozen hours of playback. The joystick located on the front of...

Niveus Media Extender - EDGE

Niveus Media has introduced the Niveus Media Extender - EDGE hardware device that allows home viewers to enjoy the Niveus Media Center experience no matter where they are at home, picking up the honor of being the first Windows...

Keepsake USB Turntable

Crosley has just released the aptly-named Keepsake USB Turntable, featuring a three-speed motor that powers a standard record player while boasting a digital to analog converter with a USB output. All you need to do is hook up the...

Philips goes cheap with BD-ROM

Unfortunately, this $199 Blu-ray optical drive is not meant to sit pretty in your living room all by its own - it will have to be plugged into an available computer. The Philips internal PLDS DH-4O1S won't be making...

Xacti Digital Movie HD1000

Sanyo has just released the Xacti Digital Movie HD1000 that comes in an extremely compact package - it measures just 90mm x 112.6mm x 54.5mm while weighing 268 grams. It has been specially designed for one-handed shooting on-the-fly, making...

All new Nokia N82

While Nokia alleges that computers have evolved to become the Nokia N95, digital cameras' next logical step would be the N82. Marketed as "a leading edge connected camera, navigation device and multimedia computer in one", the Nokia N82 features...

Alpine Electronics eX-10

The eX-10 from Alpine Electronics is a Bluetooth-ready, dashboard-mounted control unit for your iPod that allows you to switch through tunes easily without the need to glance at your iPod, courtesy of its 2.4" LCD display. In addition, by virtue...

Millet Solar Pad

Millet exhibited its Solar Pad Summer Outdoor Retailer Show, showcasing a showercap-style rain cover that comes with a flexible solar panel fitted within that is connected to a cigarette bayonet connector, enabling you to charge your power hungry portable device...

FIRE-SAFE/Waterproof hard drives

Sentry Group has teamed up with Maxtor to develop what is the first hard drive in the world that keeps your data protected from fire and water disasters at an affordable price. The FIRE-SAFE/Waterproof Hard Drives feature the Maxtor...

USB Hub Alarm Clock

The USB Hub Alarm Clock is one nifty device to have, although you will probably find the alarm clock part rather irrelevant unless you're prone to falling sleeping at work. After all, you probably use your cellphone as an alarm...

Wolfking Warrior Xxtreme

Looks like this unidentified Wolfking gaming peripheral actually has a name like all of us - dubbed the Warrior Xxtreme. No, that is no typo as it boasts double the number of 'x' to give you more street cred the...

November 13, 2007

Shocker: iPhone virtual keyboard not as good as real ones

A usability consultancy firm called Centric Inc, has determined that the iPhone’s virtual keyboard is more error-prone than its physical counterparts. I have heard “it gets a lot better after a month” a hundred times from iPhone users, but...

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Nokia N82 official product photos

After a few days of rumors and poor-quality photo circulation, the official images from Nokia are out… The official announcement is tomorrow, but someone at Nokia made a gaffe and posted them early (or may be it’s on purpose,...

8GB Asus Eee is coming

It’s quite a surprise, but Asus is going to release an Eee ultra-mobile PC with a better display, more memory and storage. The good news is that despite the larger display (10” versus 7”) the computer size will be...

Extreme Range WiFi Router

If you live in a small apartment, virtually any WiFi router would do fine - but those who actually own large mansions will find the Extreme Range WiFi Router to be a much more suitable candidate. It blasts out...

PDA sales plummet further

Looks like the PDA is teethering on the brink of death with sales plummeting by nearly 40% year-on-year. Sales records have shown that a mere 728,894 PDAs were sold worldwide in Q3 this year, mostly due to the emergence...

PS3 to support DivX format

Sony and DivX have teamed up to bring DivX support to the PS3, doing away with the need to transcode videos or use network streaming software when viewing DivX videos. Certain details have yet to be ironed out though,...

Nokia updates 8800 line

Nokia's expensive 8800 cellphones have been given a fashion update, resulting in the 8800 Arte and 8800 Sapphire Arte. Both will be 3G-enabled handsets, featuring a 2" OLED 16 million color display, a 3.2 megapixel camera with 8x digital...

Xbox 360 supports classic Xbox titles

Looks like the Fall update for the Xbox 360 has gotten all the more interesting - it will support the downloading of classic Xbox titles over Xbox Live, giving access to titles such as Halo, Fable, Farenheit, Crimson Skies...

NEC N905i has face detection

NTT DoCoMo's N905i comes with face detection technology normally found in dedicated digital cameras. This rectangular clamshell handset feature a 3" internal display at 480 x 854 resolution, a monochrome external display, HSDPA connectivity as well as GPS navigation support....

Android prototype for the curious

Looks like Google's Android platform for the cellphone is set to go tough on the iPhone with a really hot looking user interface that will adorn some rather sexy handsets sometime next year. A prototype of the Android-enabled phone is...

XO laptop hacked

I guess it is but a matter of time before the OLPC XO laptop gets hacked, and here we have a video of such an example. The XO laptop was hacked to control a telepresence-enabled Roomba, allowing you to control...

Samsung rolls out 2nd gen WiMAX devices

Samsung has just unveiled a quartet of mobile WiMAX devices in Korea, making these the forerunners of 2nd gen devices in the WiMAX arena. These come in different form factors, with the SPH-M8200 being in a PDA mold while...

Titan Luggage looks striking

If you're looking for a striking piece of laptop case that functions as a respectable barrier for your laptop against external knocks and bumps, the 18" Titan Luggage is perfect. It measures 15" x 18" x 5", weighing 2.6 pounds...

N Series tablet gets virtual Palm OS

For those who still have nostalgic moments of their Palm OS experience can now experience it on Nokia's line of N Series tablets - and they are the N770, the N800 and the N810. Access has just unveiled a beta...

Eco Media Player

The Eco Media Player is now available, bringing a little shade of green to the world of portable media players in addition to standard PMP functions such as an audio and video player, an integrated FM radio, a LED torch,...

Rechargeable mini-massager

This tiny rechargeable mini-massager looks extremely sweet, being small and discreet enough to carry it with you just about anywhere, while boasting thumping parts that help soothe away the day's stress. After all, the $25 price tag makes it...

Wii to get DVD support

While the Wii is the only current-gen console that lacks DVD support, Nintendo aims to add this feature - unfortunately it just won't be this year. It seems that the Big N has failed to meet the demand for...

Guitar Hero III Wii hands-on

In a nutshell, the Guitar Hero III for the Wii "makes genius use of the Wii's controller", according to Kyle Monson of Gearlog. Are you picking this title up to rock along with it this holiday season, or are you...

Wireless network detector gives pain

Now here's a DIY WiFi network detector from Austrian artist Gordan Savicic. Made from the humble (but fun) Nintendo DS, it is hooked to high torque servo motors that actually tightens the garment whenever you get closer to a WiFi...

The blind see, the deaf hear

Now here's a concept that the world could certainly make do with, targeting those with poor vision and/or hearing, combining glasses, a directional microphone and audio filtering software. Embedded over the length of each spectacle arm are four tiny...

ADSL on steroids?

John Papandriopoulos (see pic) has successfully developed an algorithm to reduce crosstalk interference on your phone line, translating into potentially faster ADSL connections. He claims that this new technology is capable of delivering anywhere between 100 and 250 Mbps -...

Inforad v4e radar detector

The Inforad v4e radar detector not only alerts you of upcoming speed cameras, it also comes with a SiRFStar III GPS chipset that gives you a way more accurate depiction of exactly where all the radar detectors and speed...

Make tunes on the road

The Melody Road in Japan was developed by members of the Hokkaido Industrial Research Institute, where their effort of carving thousands of very precise grooves into nearby roads made this possible. These grooves stand somewhere between 6mm and 12mm apart,...

Dell 3008WFP 30” display

The great Dell 3007WFP 30” display (complete review) has a successor: the… 3008WFP. It has the same 2560x1600 maximum resolution, but it is most importantly capable of providing video scaling. The older 3007WFP did not have an image processor and...

November 12, 2007

Ultra-portable MacBook to roll out

Looks like Apple will be releasing its 13" ultra-portable MacBook at the Macworld Expo and Conference 2008 after all, and while it shaves just 2" off the current 15" MacBook Pro in terms of screen size, it will be roughly...

ASUS Ecobook is eco-friendly

The ASUS Ecobook aims to be as environmentally friendly as possible, with ASUS aiming for a 50% recyclable rate where the sum of the Ecobook's parts are concerned. In order to achieve this goal, the Ecobook features smooth strips of...

Version 2.0 of Microsoft mouse coming

Microsoft's Wireless Laser Mouse 6000 will be getting a second, updated version soon as it is currently under the FCC's scrutiny. There is not much buzz about stuff that's changed within, but we do know that the form factor...

Denon AH-C551 in-ear headphones

Denon has released its AH-C551 in-ear headphones that will be the budget version of the £140 AH-C750s. Featuring what it calls a "Metal Pod" design, the AH-C551 boasts an in-ear canal design that insulates ears from external noise, letting...

Nokia NM705i heads for DoCoMo

Nokia is certainly taking its role in the Japanese market seriously with the NM705i cellphone which is available exclusively to NTT DoCoMo customers. Designed to work on the FOMA (WCDMA 2100MHz) network and WCDMA 800/850 network, this quad-band GSM phone...

Boosted Tin Can Speakers

Normally, tin can speakers are often used as a derogatory term amongst audiophiles, but Boosted decided to go ahead and launch a limited edition of Boosted Tin Can Speakers (Volume 1) that features a tin can form factor. The...

Toughbooks have different form factors

Panasonic's new Toughbooks will come in a trio of form factors - the ultraportable W7, tablet T7, and slim Y7 notebook. All three will be powered by an Intel Core 2 Duo processor, weighing between 3 to 3.7 pounds....

Wii gets the Shaft

Now I know the Wii's name is a long running gag, and this act has just gotten a new act thanks to Overline Gaming who released the Shaft. Touted to be the only arcade style joystick for the Wii...

Elecom PASS system

Elecom aims to secure your data with its PASS (Password Authentication Security System) which lets you specify just which computers can see data on your drive. Should you unfortunately lose the PASS drive, you can always rest easy as...

Western Digital GreenPower HDDs

Western Digital aims to reduce power consumption with their new line of GreenPower hard drives which range from 500GB to 1TB storage capacity. Western Digital boldly claims that these drives are capable of reducing power usage by as much...

Garmin targets yachts and powerboats

Garmin thinks that both yachts and powerboats ought not to do without a GPS device of some sort, releasing a new line of large screen multi-function displays (MFDs) in the GPSMAP 5X15 and GPSMAP 4X10 series. These MFDs are...

Garmin announces GHP 10 MAS

The GHP 10 MAS (Marine Autopilot System) from Garmin is a new generation of the TR-1 Gladiator autopilot, engaging itself when you need it while disengaged when you don't. Built to be one of the most reliable and dummy-proof helm...

Light Force Therapy

I wonder why they call it the Light Force Therapy - is it just me or do old Jedi Masters age gracefully? Anyways, the Light Force Therapy device doesn't depend on your midi-chlorian count to keep you young, instead...

HTC Needle looks sharp

The HTC Needle from Ted Baker looks very familiar, and there is no reason not to. It is actually the HTC Touch in the flesh, although it has been given designer treatment from UK designer label Ted Baker. This...

RHex robot

The RHex Robot from Boston Dynamics come with appendages that provide it with wheel-like mobility as well as leg-like traction when necessary. For those who constantly work in an aquatic environment, you can always swap its legs for paddles without...

All new VW concept

This Volkswagen concept is surely too far ahead in the future - it boasts just three seats and an aerodynamic body that is guaranteed to turn heads, although setting your pulse racing is another matter. The most interesting aspect would...

Xbox 360 goes all furry

So your woman is having trouble reconciling the fact that you love your gaming almost as much as your relationship? Well, soften her up with this new furry faceplates that come in both cow and tiger print varieties for the...

Iqua 603 SUN headset

Orange is currently having a promotion that will be valid to Orange-only customers for the next three months, and the Iqua 603 SUN Bluetooth headset is one of them. Touted to be the first solar powered Bluetooth headset in...

Chinese Trojan on Maxtor hard drives

Word has it that a Maxtor hard drive has been infected with a Trojan by a manufacturing sub-contractor in China, freaking out Taiwanese authorities who recently discovered samples of the infected kit. The pre-installed Trojan known as AutoRun-AH was...

Fujitsu rolls out Quad HDMI solution

Most TVs these days come with an adequate number of HDMI ports, but the more is always merrier (as you can tell by the ever growing number of USB ports on a PC). Fujitsu has released a Quad HDMI solution...

Sony NV-U73T & 83T hits the FCC

As all electronic devices grow up, they have to go through a rite of passage to confirm their worth in joining society by going through rigorous tests by the FCC. Sony's NV-U73T and 83T are no different, and there is...

Pimping Sony Ericsson K850i

Now this is definitely one pimped out handset that oozes with class - the Sony Ericsson K850i is already a pretty sweet cellphone on its own, but modded to have a tattoo-like painting on the back? That's just totally...

Jabra BT160 comes in many colors

Customization seems to be the keyword these days, and thankfully the Jabra BT160 Bluetooth headset takes this route, giving you much more choice compared to black and, well, black. Not only do you get quality with fun designs, the...

Synaptics hop onto Android bandwagon

Synaptics announced that it will be hooking up with Google's Android platform to develop a multi-touch interface for whichever future handset that supports Android. I just can't wait for the first generation Android devices to roll out - will...

Power2Show Presentation Media Player

How many times have you sat through a PowerPoint presentation without yawning? The Power2Show Presentation Media Player aims to reverse the "fall asleep" trend, enabling music, photos as well as PowerPoint slides to come together within 3 clicks. This plug-and-play...

Envision launches G416

Envision has launched its G416 24" widescreen LCD monitor that comes with a slim bezel in order to maximize desktop space, be it for gaming, entertainment or work purposes. It lives up to Microsoft's Vista Premium certification while providing...

Alltel announces Parental Controls

Alltel has announced its Alltel Parental Controls application that was developed in partnership with Bytemobile, bringing a content filtering application for free to users everywhere from February next year onwards. It uses a comprehensive database of websites that has...

Natural Wave keeps things hot

Radiators sure come in handy during winter as you don't have to freeze your butt off even when you've escaped the biting cold outside. The Natural Wave ceramic plate helps harness the heat generated by an old school radiator by...

Legion Paper relies on wind power

Legion Paper has successfully converted its Moab, Utah offices to rely 100% on renewable wind power, picking up a Champion's medal in the Rocky Mountain Power Blue Sky program in the process. The impact of such a move is equal...

Comtrend PowerGrid 904

Comtrend released its PowerGrid 904 Ethernet Powerline adaptor that utilizes advanced chipset technology from DS2, letting you hit insanely high speeds of up to 400Mbps (in theory). This makes it a snap for carriers to deploy IPTV and other...

Drive Erazer to clean a drive without a computer

You don’t want to throw away a hard drive full of information, but it is quite a hassle to connect it to a computer to erase the data… If you are in this situation, you might be interested by...

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Cre8txt Desktop SMS Keypad

This keypad will let you feel the pain of typing text messages on a desktop PC. If you don’t speak “SMS shorcuts”, it comes with software that translates SMS slang into normal English. Unless you’re training for the SMS...

WiBrain B1 UMPC Video

We recently posted about the Wibrain UMPC, and we thought that you might be interested by this (non-english) video that shows a short demo of the device could work. I’m personally not a big fan of this device because of...

Solar Powered Bluetooth Headset

Those who wear their Bluetooth headset all day long will appreciate the idea behind this solar-assisted Bluetooth headset. The small solar panel can increase the battery life by up to 21hrs (according to the manufacturer…). Note that this number...

Fujitsu Integrates 4 HDMI Ports in TVs

This might impact only the geekiest among you, but Fujitsu has a new digital TV HDMI controller that supports up to four inputs. The example above shows why one might need four HDMI ports. In addition to having more ports,...

Actiontec MegaPlug AV 200 Mbps Review

The Actiontec MegaPlug AV 200 Mbps (model HPE200AV ) is designed to use your home's electrical wiring as a giant network cable to transfer data from one room to the next at higher speed than common wireless devices (54Mbps...

TomTom premiers new traffic service

TomTom has just announced its new premium traffic service known as the TomTom High Definition Traffic (HD) in the Netherlands, using raw, anonymous GSM signaling data made available via its the partnership with Vodafone. This data will combine with...

Gravity Zero Groove bed

The Gravity Zero Groove bed from Hollandia International is pretty unique as it helps you drift off to dreamland faster with its 150-watt sound system - perfect for those who find the Sound Asleep Pillow not quite powerful enough. A...

HTC Touch Cruise hit Europe

The HTC Touch Cruise has just been released in Europe, making it the third member of the HTC Touch product family and the first to feature in-built GPS for personal navigation. Running on HTC's very own TouchFLO technology, you...

Gibson Robot Guitar self-tunes

Looks like Gibson's long awaited self-tuning guitar has finally arrived in the form of the Gibson Robot Guitar. This auto-tuning guitar tunes itself to standard A440 tuning, ensuring even if you have terrible pitch detection skills, it will still...

Flower plug changes color

Getting just the right temperature for your bath is quite a tricky procedure, but not impossible. Somebody came up with a concept to use a color-changing flower plug that is used in your bathtub instead, changing from pink to purple,...

Zune gets more customization options

The Microsoft Zune might be battered and bruised in its fight against Apple's mighty iPod, but it still keeps plodding onwards, making small and incremental improvements along the way. Case in point - word has it that there will...

Alienware Area51 ALX runs on new Intels

Alienware has equipped its powerful Area-51 ALX desktops with the latest Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650 processor - the first 45nm desktop processor from Intel. Not only is this processor already blazing fast on its own, Alienware has overclocked...

O2 Micro Audio CD player tech patented

 O2 Micro was just issued a patent for its its Low-Power Audio CD Player invention for portable computers; enabling audio CD play without providing power to the notebook processor and LCD display. This automatically results in an extended battery life...

NetEffect NE0201Gb Ethernet adapter

The NetEffect NE0201Gb Ethernet adapter helps to give an immediate and noticeable performance boost of all data center applications without requiring any change to existing network infrastructures or the applications themselves. It has been said that the NE0201Gb represents a...

Medusa Neo robot

This is one interesting build-it-yourself robot that looks pretty much like a jelly fish, except that it doesn't come with any of those poisonous tentacles. It takes an averagely skilled person to build this within 90 minutes, and does...

Eclipse, Fresh media players

Packard Bell has just released its Eclipse, Fresh media players where the Eclipse is capable of handling both music and video formats (including MP3, WAV, WMA, MPEG4, WMV and XviD), features a 2.2" 65k color display, voice recording capability and...

Shenzen Holide HM-1303 PMP

Shenzen Holide has just released the HM-1303 portable media player that supports a whole range of audio and video formats (RM, RMVB, AVI, DAT, FLV, MPG and MPEG as well as MP3, WMA, APE and FLAC). Not only that,...

Toshiba toilets to go green

Toshiba aims to develop eco-friendly toilets that reduces annual power consumption by up to 55%, doing so by instantly warming water for the bidet-functions instead of keeping it warm constantly like other bidets. Not only that, heat loss is...

Scarpa Grizu footbeds

Scarpa has released Grizu footbeds that come with a temperature sensor which helps keep the insides of your shoe a toasty 38% - and it also boasts a remote control that adjusts the temperature to personal preference. Targeting those...

Pedal-powered laptop being developed

MIT students who are out to prove that they both have brain and brawn have developed a pedal-powered laptop, claiming that a fit bicyclist ought to be able to produce up to 75 watts continuously - that's more than...

Green Machine 2 looks so very mean

The Green Machine 2 is one sleek vehicle that comes with dual-joysticks, a rear-wheel steering, 20" rubber front tires, a front-wheel hand brake as well as extra wide blow molded rear wheels and a rear mount flag for maximum visibility....

Samsung goes chic & smart

Samsung recently introduced its new multimedia speaker known as Chic & Smart at the not-too-long-ago KES 2007 event, and this pair of speakers has been dubbed the SMS-M1000 for those of you who prefer to speak in terms of model...

SolarDOM from LG

The SolarDOM from LG is one unique home appliance as it attempts to fuse together the functions of both a microwave and a conventional oven into one. The compact light oven uses a Mega Heater System, which utilizes light...

Refurbished Zunes going for cheap

You know Zunes aren't too hot when a refurbished unit retails for a mere $90 (including shipping). Still, that's a pretty cheap deal if I must say and could be just the deal clincher for those who are curious about how...

November 11, 2007

Sound Alseep Pillow

For those of us require music playing in the background before we can nod off, the Sound Asleep Pillow looks like just the right thing to buy. This comfortable pillow is equipped with a speaker buried deep within it,...

Nokia 6120 Classic cloned

Looks like we have yet another Nokia handset that has undergone the cloning process, and this time it is the black Nokia 6120 Classic that suffers. In actuality, the front, back and side designs pretty much stays close to...

Tesco rolls out cheap Xbox 360 bundle

Just how low can you go? Tesco from the UK has just advertised that it is offering an Xbox 360 bundle that comes with a wireless controller as well as copies of Viva Pinata and Forza Motorsport 2, retailing...

Vodafone USB modem

The Vodafone USB modem looks pretty much like a shiny, polished white flat pebble that has been released in time for Christmas. Inside it remains the same parts that enable it to run like the 7.2Mbps USB modem which...

Magellan Maestro 3225 rumors

Word on the street has it that Magellan will be working on a special edition Magellan Maestro 3225 - no idea on whether this will be a holiday season-only release, or is it a true blue special edition but so...

Exploding piggy bank

We all know how spending money is so much easier compared to saving it, and the Exploding Piggy Bank from TakaraTomy adds an air of playfulness. This piggy bank is unique as it looks forward to you placing coins inside...

Omega II MkII Electrostatic earphones

The Omega II MkII Electrostatic earphones is pretty unique and comfortable, using sheepskin to help reduce the chafing on your ears while you rock on to your favorite tunes. Do take note that this combines both form and function,...

Walkman necklace to the fore

I know Valentine's Day is still a long way off in coming, but you don't really have to wait for a special occasion to purchase some bling bling for the lady in your life, do you? This Walkman necklace...

Wolf King Gaming Keyboard leak

Word on the street has it that ther is a new Wolf King Gaming Keyboard in the works. This gaming-centric piece of hardware will definitely look ugly on any desk, but I suppose if it helps you get your...

Pull-A-Plug handy for homes

Ever had a plug that was a pain in the rear end to pull out? More often than not, the undue stress we place while yanking out the plug isn't recommended for electronic devices of any kind, which is...

Sweet Icicle Lamps

These Sweet Icicle Lamps are definitely something worth getting to spruce up your dekstop, featuring a cool, otherworldly glow that soothes frayed nerves whenever you get yelled at by your boss for not completing the assignment given on time. Each...

Photo Viewer does more than just pics

This Photo Viewer not only lets you enjoy your favorite images on its 7" TFT LCD display, it is also accompanied by a comprehensive desktop weather station that provides you with one of the most colorful display of forecasts...

BenQ G2400W monitor for gamers

BenQ caters to the gaming crowd yet again with the G2400W 24" LCD monitor, boasting full 1080p resolution, an HDMI port, as well as BenQ's very own Senseye+photo technology. Not only will it handle your latest computer games with panache,...

Zeiss lens for for infrared

Lensmaker Carl Zeiss has come up with a fair number of new lenses that have been optimized to grab light from the infrared end of the spectrum, and they are the Planar T 85mm f/1.4 and Distagon 25mm f/2.8...

MouseFone looks adorable

This MouseFone is yet another entry to the mouse-phone combo family, and it looks pretty ergonomic complete with a rather dynamic color scheme. I just hope the white plastic on its exterior won't fade to an ugly shade of...

Alphascan A5500DS 22-inch monitor

Alphascan has just introduced its A5500DS 22" LCD monitor in Korea, bringing a maximum of 1,680 x 1,050 resolution to your desk along with a brightness level of 330cd/m², a response time of 5ms response time, a contrast ratio of...

November 9, 2007

Lexar to ship new CF card reader

Lexar will soon ship its new memory card reader that comes with one UDMA-compatible CompactFlash slot and one SDHC-compatible SD card slot. I must say the design looks totally rad unlike many other yuck-tastic offering in the market these...

Elmo gets Extra Special Edition

Tickle Me Elmo might have been all the rage many years ago, but subsequent dtop in sales have not killed him off just yet. This holiday season will see Fisher-Price release a new T.M.X. Elmo Extra Special Edition that...

Micro microwave developed

Scientists have developed a micro microwave that measures just 4mm in length and 7mm micrometers wide, making it virtually the smallest microwave ever. This won't be able to cook your frozen chicken anytime soon though as it will most likely...

Mushroom floor lamp

The Mushroom floor lamp looks good enough to eat, and was so-named due to its obvious design that references one of nature's best tasting food (IMHO anyway). Each Mushroom floor lamp is illuminated by interchangeable and adjustable LEDs embedded in...

Tree-shaped PC picks up award

The Cultivate - the Sustainable Living Computer has picked up the Dyson Ireland Student Design Award as well as a cool €2,000. The idea behind this tree-shaped PC helps keep the earth green as you will be able to...

Volcano Digit goes hi-tech

The Volcano Digit boasts a digital display that shows you the exact temperature at which your weed is currently being cooked - something that will definitely blow away your smoking partners even before they're all tripped up. The Volcano Digit...

Niche Lighting works discretely

Lighting that appears in discrete positions are often meant to infuse a room with a soothing feeling, and the Niche Lighting concept does this pretty well. This light panel hides discretely in shelves, tucked away between books. It boasts a...

Novatel Ovation U727 USB modem

Sprint is current selling the Novatel Wireless Ovation U727 EV-DO USB modem that comes complete with Linux drivers, boasting GPS location and an integrated microSD memory card slot that lets you carry up to 4GB of data with you wherever...

Rabie robot has no rabies

The Rabie network robot from ETRI looks out of this world, but features experimental technology that allows it to express up to seven different emotions such as happiness, sorrow and even surprise. The Rabie is capable of being a babysitter...

Thinnest PMP yet?

This portable media player does the usual audio and video playback thing, but it does hold an advantage over other PMPs by virtue of its slimness. Features include a fingerprint-attracting stainless steel casing, a 1.8" 260k color TFT display,...

SentriLock Realtor Lockbox NXT

SentriLock announced its Realtor Lockbox NXT electronic lockbox that boasts integrated digital wireless communicationthat is built upon SentriLock’s patented lockbox technology and its SentriCard smart card (which coincidentally functions as the electronic “key” for the lockbox). Features include a larger...

Pain relief with laser technology

Multi Radiance Medical has rolled out its TerraQuant technology - a clinically proven, FDA 510(k)-cleared, therapeutic laser device which brings relief to chronic and acute pain sufferers, whether you are a weekly jogger or an Olympian. It combines 25,000...

Shuffle Master makes its way to Vegas

It is well known that Las Vegas is where all the action is, and Shuffle Master intends not to miss a single moment with a new range of gaming products that will complement its well-established solutions. The two highlighted...

CyberLink launches YouCam

The Web 2.0 generation is truly alive and kicking, with CyberLink launching the YouCam webcam software, allowing you to incorporate dynamic effects to live instant message conversations. Some of these features include 49 dynamic effects that can be applied...

Samsung SGH-T578H Multi-Mode phone

Samsung has teamed up with NXP Semiconductors and T3G Technologies to roll out the first TD-SCDMA HSDPA/GSM/GPRS/EDGE multi-mode cellphone in the world, known as the SGH-T578H. This nifty little handset can achieve a theoretical maximum data transfer rate of 2.8Mbps,...

Solar Ships coming out in 2009

It will take around a couple more years, but by then tourists to Alcatraz could be traveling on renewable energy instead of burning up any more fossil fuel than it should thanks to the Solar Ship. This mode of...

Xerox helps green the earth

Xerox announced that it has successfully diverted over 2 billion pounds of electronic waste from landfills around the world via waste-free initiatives in order to create sustainability benefits for the company as well as its customers. Launched since 1991, Xerox's...

Iomega supports Time Machine feature

Iomega has started to ship its Iomega UltraMax Pro, UltraMax and MiniMax desktop hard drives that are fully compatible with the Time Machine feature found in the recently released Mac OS X Leopard. These will be automatically recognized by...

New Mii Channel on Wii

The Nintendo Wii has received yet another channel for those who love their Mii characters more than they should - this new channel will launch on November 11th, known as the Check Mii Out Channel. It can be downloaded...

Coby recalls DVD/CD/MP3 players

Due to the potential of being a fire hazard, Coby has just issued a recall statement that involves approximately 12,000 portable DVD/CD/MP3 players, consisting of the TF-DVD170 and the TF-DVD176. As long as you purchased either model at discount, electronics,...

November 8, 2007

Axiom Audiobyte computer speakers

Axion has recently released the Audiobyte computer speakers that comprise of a couple of satellite speakers that flank a 55-watt per channel amplifier. It isn't a cheap purchase though, as prices start from $349 and can go upwards to $559...

PlayStation 2 modchip miniaturized

Fanboys and passion are a truly volatile mix, as evident by this PlayStation 2 modchip that has been condensed onto a memory card. Word has it that this memory card is capable of playing backed up games, letting you...

Keyport Key holder now available

The Keyport Key holder is finally available, holding up to half a dozen standard keys (never mind whether they're for the house, car, office, bike, or even garage) simultaneously inside a tiny metal case. Whenever you want a particular key,...

LEGO air conditioner is alive!

Who knew that LEGO could not only tickle the imagination of kids worldwide, it can also be used to construct a fully working air conditioner? Grown-ups these days seem to be having much more fun than their children when it...

Asus Eee PC 2G Surf gets new colors

Having a splash of colors certainly lighten up anyone's day, as evident by the Asus Eee PC 2G Surf that will soon be available in Pure White, Lush Green, Sky Blue, Blush Pink, and Galaxy Black. This diminutive $299...

Hitachi DZ-BD7HA HD reviewed

The folks at Camcorder Info have just reviewed the Hitachi DZ-BD7HA HD, and their verdict on the first Blu-ray camcorder in the world is less than glowing. So here it is, the world’s first Blu-ray camcorder. The Hitachi DZ-BD7HA...

hiREC gizmo perfect for kitchens

hiREC, theoretically, ought to be the perfect tool in any kitchen. It is smart enough to read out sell-by dates (for the busy chef, no doubt about it), nutritional information, food intolerances, and recipes. All you need to do is...

Dash video at Web2.0 Summit

For those who are interested in Mark Williamson and Rob Currie's presentation at the Web2.0 Summit, here's a video of it. Both of them took this opportunity to announce their open content platform, so sit back, pick up a Pina...

Radiospire Networks AirHook chipset

The AirHook chipset is said to be the industry's highest bandwidth wireless HD connectivity solution, enabling display manufacturers to realize uncompressed wireless HD with minimal cost. This peripheral positions the AirHook favorably as the obvious platform where wireless connectiviy...

e-Setter targets PS3 owners

If you are having trouble setting up your TV screen for the PS3, fret not. Enter the e-Setter that helps you set up the output resolution in a cinch instead of taking up precious hours trying to get the correct...

Guitar Hero to rock on the iPod

Looks like iPod owners will not be left out of the loop by the Guitar Hero franchise, and it is only fitting that an iconic portable media player like the iPod is graced by an equally genre-definining game like...

CoPilot Live 7 now available

If you happen to own a Windows Mobile-based smartphone or and Pocket PCs, take note that CoPilot Live 7 is now available and aims to redefine mobile satellite navigation with the following features: Dedicated satellite navigation system performance designed...

Motion Picture Snow Machine

Although winter is about to envelop us with bitter cold, the upside would be having some snow appear in order to usher in the holiday moon. The Professional Motion Picture Snow Machine produces evaporative falling snow that looks, feels, and...

Halo 3 to get downloadable content?

Word on the street has it that Halo 3 will soon receive downloadable content within the next couple of weeks - just in time to keep you glued in the living room during the long winter season. New maps that...

Acelabs S3 PMP in Korea

Acelabs has just released its new premium portable media player known as S3, featuring a 2.8" QVGA 260k color LCD display and a special finish on its entire body that is touted to enhance the LCD's clarity whenever you're immersed...

Apple-shaped MP3 player

So we've seen an adorable apple-shaped speaker yesterday, and today we'll take a look at this apple-shaped MP3 player that comes in a variety of colors other than red and green. Don't expect out of this world functionality as it...

Zipit helps kids communicate via text

The Zipit is a device that breaks a kid into the world of instant text messaging, and this could be happening even before they learn to write! That's putting the cart before the horse, but other parents might beg...

Manuscriptum portable Linux PC

The Manuscriptum is a portable Linux PC that tips the scales at a mere 2 pounds, measuring just 7.1" x 4.4" x 1.9". It is powered by an AMD Geode LX800 500MHz processor and comes equipped with an 80GB hard...

DS Lite 1Seg TV tuner video

Now here's a video of the DS Lite 1Seg TV tuner. It looks pretty interesting, showing off the standard orientation and aspect ratio settings but what really takes the cake in the video (in my opinion anyways) is the fact...

Hannspree Flora LCD TV

This diminutive LCD TV is the perfect fit for your kids' bedroom, measuring a mere 12" that ought to be more than adequate for them to watch Spongebob Squarepants performing his antics. Dubbed the Hannspree Flora, its design is...

LV USB Design concept for geeks

The LV USB Design concept from Fred de Garilhe is the epitome of luxury where USB gadgets are concerned, created using white or yellow gold. Not only that, you can choose from ostrich leather or black alligator leather for that...

GuardTrax GPS tracking device

The FCC has just approved the GuardTrax GPS tracking device that caters specifically to security guards who are keeping watch over a certain building or asset. It utilizes GPS technology to acquire the location of the security officer on duty...

Run Windows apps minus Windows

Ever wished you could have all the functionality of Windows applications without installing Windows? Here's a tip from Evil Mad Scientist Laboratories. I recently came across an esoteric "Windows only" electrical engineering program that I wanted to run on...

YoTank iTank Nano 3 aluminum case

YoTank has the interests of new iPod nano and iPhone owners at heart with its iTank Nano 3 aluminum case and the PhoneTank aluminum case. Both cases are constructed from solid aluminum and comes as a couple of pieces...

Squirt Spoon feeds babies

The Squirt Spoon is but a novel idea of a baby bottle - the orange bulb portion is capable of holding approximately 3 ounces of baby food, and when squeezed, it will dispense just the right amount of food on...

Philips AJL308 crams in features

Philips' AJL308 is a 7" digital photo frame that does more than just display photos - it also comes with an alarm clock function, built-in radio and an MP3 player. You can view pictures or listen to audio via a...

Sony's Vaio FZ goes green

Sony wants to do its bit for the environment, and each time you pick up the Graphic Splash Eco Edition Vaio FZ notebook, Sony will happily donate 1% of its purchase price to 1% For the Planet alliance. It will...

Exclusive: Pharos GPS Drive 250 Photo Gallery

Earlier today, we wrote about the upcoming Pharos GPS Drive 250 and 150. The photo in that post showed the unit from the front, and of course, we wondered how thick it really is. Here is a photo gallery...

AMD FireStream 9170

AMD has announced the FireStream 9170, a graphics processing unit (GPU) aimed at intensive computing. It supports double-precision (64 bits) floating point (FP) numbers, which is required by some researchers just to consider developing on a specific platform. While...

Vodaphone 3G USB Modem 7.2

Vodaphone is selling this 3G modem running at 7.2Mbps (theoretical peak speed) that connects to a laptop via USB. It has a nice design and works on Mac and PC. The USB Modem 7.2 is available in the UK with...

Wilson introduces Cradle Plus

The Cradle Plus cellphone car cradle from Wilson Electronics comes with an integrated antenna, and is capable of accommodating virtually any hands-free device when combined with a Wilson amplifier and an outside antenna, bringing improved cellular signal and increased driver...

InFocus Play Big IN1 projector

InFocus has just released its Play Big IN1 projector that targets gaming consoles, especially the current-gen Wii, Xbox 360 and PS3. Everything about the IN1 has been optimized for gaming, boasting multiple S-video, component and composite inputs for seamless connectivity...

Macally launches new iPod nano cases

The 3G iPod nano is recipient of Macally's new line of carrying and protective cases, marrying both style and comfort in a wide range of designs that enables customers to express the many different aspects of their personality, lifestyle...

Luxurite Wireless Waterproof TV

The Luxurite Wireless Waterproof TV brings together the best of both worlds - not only is it a waterproof TV that boasts a mirrored screen, it is also wireless to eliminate unsightly wires in your bathroom. Choose from 17"...

F1 concept lawn mower

This F1-inspired concept lawn mower by Kadeg Boucher of France that comes complete with an F1-style front wing, full race suspension, rear view mirrors (to see if there's a dog right behind you), a steering wheel and even an LCD...

Pivot3 demos HD storage solution

Pivot3 will be demonstrating its High Definition (HD) video storage solution that is based on distributed RAID in Las Vegas this November. This new technology brings impressive cost savings to the end user while increasing availability and scalability for...

Pharos GPS Drive 250 and 150

Pharos is launching two new mid-range GPS units called GPS Drive 250 and GPS Drive 150. Priced at $299 and $199 respectively, both units target mainstream users and feature a slicker design than previous Pharos products. The user interface...

Ion Mask waterproofs electronics

Ion Mask is a special, new coating process from P2i that provides a waterproof coating that measures one nanometre thick while repelling stains and liquids without stifling the device. This wonder technology was originally developed to protect soldiers in...

Microsoft Xbox 360 Family Timer

Microsoft aims to make their Xbox 360 more family friendly with its new parental control feature known as the Xbox 360 Family Timer. Similar to the feature found in Windows Vista, Family Timer enables parents to allow the "appropriate"...

Euphonia waterproof headset

The Euphonia headset from Bainultra is not only waterproof, but it is also wireless to provide you with a greater degree of freedom, boasting sound-isolation for the best audio quality possible no matter where you are. It can be hooked...

Homebrew AT-ST is alive!

Check out this homebrew AT-ST that looks like an ordinary sculpture - but once you stick in a NiCad battery pack, it will actually shuffle along clumsily just like the AT-ST in its original capture form back in the 80s....

Self-defense force gets equipped

The Japanese Ministry of Defense has recently displayed its personal arming system that consists of different cameras, sensors, a Head-Mounted Display, and wireless communications gear among others. This is but a prototype and cannot be used on the battlefield,...

Fukidasi Bubble concept

This concept by Studio Foundations is based on the Fukidasi - a speech bubble form that is often found in comics and cartoons when used to express words, save for the fact that this time it can be used in...

10C Crew Charge Battery Charging System

The 10C Crew Charge Battery Charging System is a multi-charging system that utilizes adapters to cope with virtually every type of power tool available in the market, be it Makita, Bosch, or even cellphones and and laptops. It utilizes...

Aurora KB002U keyboard

Now here's another stylish keyboard for those who are sick and tired of the boring white or black variants - the Aurora KB002U keyboard. This black keyboard boasts a hairline brushed aluminum design with diamond-cut edges that will add...

Sharp TU-R160HA DVR

Sharp has just released its TU-R160HA DVR that supports the latest Freeview Playback status to bring you the most up-to-the-minute, one-touch recording features accompanied by an eight-day TV guide. This new model sees improvements from the original model with a...

AT&T introduces U-Verse

AT&T has just announced the U-Verse in parts of local communities, taking orders for the service while installing them from November 19th onwards. U-Verse will utilize AT&T's new fiber-rich network that brings cutting edge TV and high speed Internet...

Oki miniaturizes camera modules

Looks like camera modules for cellphones will soon shrink even further thanks to the efforts of Oki. They have successfully developed camera modules that are half the size of conventional ones, with volume production to begin really soon. This effort...

dreamGEAR GameBlaster released

dreamGEAR has just released its GameBlaster, a wireless gun that is compatible with all Wii shooting games and first-person shooters by combining the Wii Remote and Nunchuck controller into a single device. It has been crafted to be comfortable regardless...

OtterBox caters for BlackBerries

OtterBox, famous for its line of rugged protective cases, has just released a couple of semi-rugged, fully-interactive cases from its Defender Series line. The BlackBerry Pearl will benefit from the OtterBox 1934 while the BlackBerry Curve gains protection from the...

Fujifilm Tape Tracker

Fujifilm has just released the Tape Tracker, a high performance data asset management solution that improves the security and shipping of data tape media. It was designed to fit within a standard tape media case, boasting integrated GPS technology...

Wrangler Home delivers for this holiday

Wrangler Home has just released its Grayson entertainment center that marries both functionality and contemporary beauty in a single piece of furniture. Albemarle Brown wood finish. Birch solids combined with cherry veneers. Solid wood drawer fronts with classic dovetail...

Solar Bug to go on sale

The Solar Bug from Steve Titus probably looks ugly to most people, but the good thing about it is it comes with solar panels on its roof in order to help you save money on gas. The Solar Bug...

Samsung Hauzen washing machine

This washing machine from Samsung might not be able to give your dog a bath, but it features a unique technique that is similar to the one used to "shape" diamonds when cleaning your clothes. What are some of...

Dell rolls out Precision M2300

Dell has just unveiled its spanking new Precision M2300 notebook that crams in workstation capability in a notebook package, powered by an Intel Core 2 Duo processor, 1GB RAM (expandable up to 4GB), NVIDIA's Quadro FX 360M graphics card,...

Mitsubishi goes HD with RDT222WM

Mitsubishi's RDT222WM 22" widescreen LCD display supports High Definition images courtesy of its HDMI input in addition to D-SUD and DVI-D. Other features include a contrast ratio of 2,000 to 1, a brightness level of 300cd/m2, and WSXGA+ resolution (1,680...

A3 to hit Korea soon

Koreans will soon be able to enjoy the Cowon A3 portable media player with its release date being scheduled for November 14th. It will come in 30GB and 60GB variations, featuring a stunning 4" LCD display that can parade...

Gamers targeted with new Satellite

Toshiba has not forgotten gamers with its new DynaBook Satellite WXW/79DW notebook. While it isn't exactly easy on your shoulders during long trips, you certainly can't complain about its massive 17" widescreen WSXGA+ display, a massive 4GB RAM, a couple...

November 7, 2007

USB-powered Apple speaker

We've seen an apple-inspired speaker before (the fruity variety and not Cupertino), but that looks like cheap plastic compared to this USB-powered Apple Speaker. While retaining its fruity inspiration, it comes encased in transparent plastic that adds an extra bit...

Fishing Rod Advance for the Wii

Something smells a little fishy about this Fishing Rod Advance accessory for the Wii from Dragon Electronics - it helps make your "fishing" experience on the Wii slightly more authentic, minus the hassle of setting up live bait yourself....

HandlePlus 324GSM phone

The HandlePlus 324GSM phone is perfect for older folks as it comes with only seven buttons - On/Off, Answer, and triggers for five pre-set numbers. Unfortunately, with such a limited amount of features (imagine that - no camera, no...

Microsoft Messenger on Mac to continue

Microsoft has no intention on calling it quits for its Messenger instant messaging program for the Mac, claiming that Messenger for the Mac 6.0 will come with Microsoft Office 2008 on Apple's platform. In addition, we have word that...

Wi-Fire 1000 feet WiFi adapter

Wi-Fire has just released its new Windows-compatible (both Vista and XP) long range WiFi adapter, capable of reaching a range of 1,000 feet away from the base station. Previously available to the Mac platform only, this new Windows-friendly WiFi...

Dog Washing Machine

The Dog Washing Machine is truly one of the more ridiculous devices I have come across thus far - and the astronomical price tag of $30,000 clearly puts it out of reach of most citizens. Not too sure if pets...

Logitech Quickcam Pro 9000 Review

As we said before, it's been a while since we got excited by a webcam, but a demo of the Logitech Quickcam Pro 9000 has caught our attention. Equipped with a Carl Zeiss optic (which also sells optics to...

Eyeglasses provide directional sensitivity

These eyeglasses can amplify the sound coming from the front, while filtering out noise from the back, thanks to its array of microphones. This is called “directional sensitivity” because it improves the sound coming from where the wearer looks...

PlayStation 3 Firmware 2.0

It might sound like a big deal, but it’s really not: the new PS3 firmware brings small improvements like customizations, user music and photo lists and most importantly gives your partial control of the PS3 via a Sony PSP...

Opera mini 4 is final

The final version of Opera mini, a (free) popular web browser for mobile devices is available for download at operamini.com. Opera has a huge following and is considered by many as the best mobile browser out there, although the competition...

DeLighTable Pressure Sensitive Table Lights Up

DeLighTable will light up when there’s pressure applied to the surface (something as light as a key will set it off). The video shows how it works and the concept is quite interesting, but at the moment, the design isn’t...

Nokia handsets with Vodafone services

Vodafone has teamed up with Nokia to launch an integrated suite of Vodafone services, where it is combined with Nokia's Ovi services across a wide range of Nokia handsets. This means consumers will benefit from a greater choice of communications,...

IDsmart to parade SensorCard

IDsmart's SensorCard will be on display in Paris this month, being a computer in a credit card format which is biometrically authenticated by the cardholder as long as their fingerprints match. Stored fingerprints are encrypted when it was first issued,...

Oki high-flex hi-speed LAN Cable

Oki Electric has just launched the first shielded high-bending resistance Cat.5e LAN cable in the industry, a development that achieves high flexibility and high-speed transmission for gigabit Ethernet use. This new cable aims to usurp conventional LAN cables that...

Elpida DDR2 SDRAM uses 65nm process

Elpida Memory has successfully developed a 1-Gigabit DDR2 SDRAM based on new 65nm process technology, making it one of the smallest chip products in the world. This comes after Elpida mass produced the industry's first DRAMs using the 70nm...

Sanyo comes up with conceptual robot

Sanyo has just released a conceptual robot that will go on sale next year. This robot won't be there to serve you with a silver platter, but instead will inspect the foundations of homes in Japan for structural damage and...

Hitachi debuts new CinemaStar HDDs

Hitachi has just introduced its newest CinemaStar 3.5" hard drives that come in varying capacities, maxing out at 500GB to offer the perfect balance between power utilization and performance. Not only that, 2.5" variants are also available, making them suitable...

T-Mobile Sidekick Slide now available

Those who have been hankering after the T-Mobile Sidekick Slide need not fret any longer - Danger is officially putting it up for sale as of today in the US. Features of the Sidekick Slide includes a high resolution...

Samsung ML-3471ND laser printer

Samsung has just launched its network-ready ML-3471ND monochrome laser printer that targets business customers who want superior printing speeds without forking out a bunch. The ML-3471ND is powered by a 400MHz processor and aided by 64MB RAM, enabling it...

NEC SP-NA640 fax/phone combo

NEC has released its SP-NA640 device that not only faxes documents, it is also capable of sending handwritten text to a cellphone as well. Guess this adds a more personal touch to your messages instead of boring old SMSes, just...

USB Charming Light

If your boss is too stingy to purchase a desk light in order to add a pleasant ambience to your cubicle, there is a low-end solution with the USB Charming Light. This desktop peripheral measures 180mm x 45mm x 45mm...

November 6, 2007

DVR pen with Bluetooth

There is not much detail available concerning the Bluetooth-enabled DVR pen, but we do know that it will feature a microphone crammed inside its 0.55" x 5.7" for factor. While you aren't using it to record just about every...

LED fruit wedges

So you mean to throw one crazy party this holiday season? Why not light up the occassion with the LED fruit wedges from Z Gallerie? These colored LED fruit wedges are (clearly) inedible, but they come in four different...

H2O releases H3 waterproof headphones

H2O Audio has just released its H3 waterproof headphones that enable you to listen to your favorite tunes even when you're swimming - just make sure your MP3 player is properly protected when underwater. While you're not busy getting...

Modular open source system readied

Bug Labs is currently working on a modular, open source hardware/software system that resembles a set of electronic Legos. According to Bu Labs, this device enables developers to build "anything" using "Bug," which comprises of an ARM11-powered base and different...

Keeping wires obedient

It is a strange phenomenon how wires can get tangled up all by themselves without any external help, and designer Jaehyung Hong has come up with a concept that helps keep things tidy, running the cables through a small...

Fly SLT100 released

Fly has just released the SLT100, adding some semblance of elegance and style to the world of budget cellphones. This handset could be said to be able to challenge the iPhone based on its touchscreen similarities, but don't expect...

Cybook Gen3 gets thumbs up

An early Cybook Gen3 adopter has spent some quality time with his new purchase, and lends his verdict to TeleBlog. I haven’t used the product much yet, but I would readily buy it again. My only question at this...

Genius ships G-Pen 560, 350

Genius has just shipped its G-Pen 560 tablet that measures 4.5" x 6", offering more than ample space for sketches, writing as well as presentations. Not only that, it comes with a pair of programmable keys that can be...

Sony slim PS2 gets new lease of life

The Sony PS2 is definitely ageing well, recently passing its seventh birthday. As a present, Sony decided to release a slim PS2 with an integrated power supply that targets the Japanese market when November 22nd rolls around, so you don't...

XO laptop mass production kicks off

The OLPC XO laptop has begun to be mass produced at Quanta Computer's manufacturing facility in Changshu, China. Anticipation is high for this laptop, and Quanta Computer has even doubled its manufacturing capacity recently in order to prepare for the...

SMC low-cost 802.11n router

SMC has the budget-conscious in mind when they released their own 802.11n router known as the Barricade WBR14S, providing a similar 300Mbps peak speed as other 802.11n WiFi routers without breaking the bank. It managed to achieve this sensitive balance...

Fujitsu S7211 LifeBook

Fujitsu is targeting the budget conscious crowd with its sub-$1,000 LifeBook notebook, the S7211. The LifeBook S7211 will come with a 14" display, Intel's GMA X3100 graphics card, a 120GB hard drive, 1GB RAM (expandable up to 4GB), built-in WiFi...

Leadtek VC100 U Video Editor

Leadtek has released its WinFast VC100 U Video Editor, turning virtually any computer into a film studio. This tiny universal video capture device comes with integrated automatic scene detection, making it a snap to record home videos, TV, as...

Softbank Gacchaman cellphones

Softbank of Japan has released limited edition Gacchaman handsets that feature designs based on the popular manga/anime series. Not only is the exterior oozing with Gacchaman images, all the icons as well as notifications on-screen are also similarly themed to...

Uniden rolls out Disney HDTV

The House of Mouse has pervaded just about every aspect of our lives, as evident by this 20" LCD HDTV from Uniden. It won't do full HD at 1,080p resolution though, since the display maxes out at 1,366 x 768....

Custom-made aquarium purchased online

Online shopping is meant for those who live in an Utopian world, but more and more businesses are beginning to experiment with this idea. Yahoo! Japan is now offering a custom-designed aquarium online, hence doing away with the need to...

Super Mario Bros 2 arrives in US

And twenty years late, I might add. Super Mario Bros: The Lost Levels was all the rage in Japan in the early 80s, but Nintendo thought that the game was by far too difficult for American gamers to complete...

Sony Ericsson declines Google invite

Sony Ericsson has decided to pay more attention to its UIQ interface instead after turning down an invitation by Google to its Open Handset Alliance. While this is Sony Ericsson's current stand, the company will not remain static in...

Linksys has new Media Center Extenders

Linksys have joined forces with Microsoft to bring a third generation of Media Center Extenders to the masses - the DMA 2100 and DMA 2200. Both boast Ethernet and Dual-Band Wireless-N for hassle-free media streaming from a Home Theatre PC...

Super X-ray developed

Scientists have developed a super X-ray that could come in handy as a cheaper, faster and painless method to discover whether certain folk with signs of heart disease might actually have it and require treatment. It could potentially do...

Zoom-Room for geeks

The Zoom-Room adds a touch of extravagant luxury to your home, featuring a wireless remote control that sends the premium latex matress as well as German-designed slatted frame gliding down a vertical track and into your space. The bed measures...

Maplin mini electric bumper car

Maplin has just released their own version of a mini electric bumper car to give kids a...er, bumper good time with friends and family this upcoming holiday season. Each bumper car comes in a funky and bright color, boasting a...

Battery Caddy for geeks

Just in case you can't make your millions off the greens like Tiger Woods and his caddy, at least you can lug around a battery caddy, holding all your precious rechargeable batteries in one place so you won't lose track...

Sony Ericsson P5i to come?

Word on the street has it that there will be a new Sony Ericsson full touchscreen slider handset coming our way, known as the P5i. While rumored specifications have already leaked out, there is still no picture that escaped...

Sony Ericsson releases K660 in UK

The Sony Ericsson K660 has just been released in London today, being one handset that has been optimized for Web browsing with its navigation key acting as a 'magnetic mouse pointer', mimicking your PC browsing experience. You can choose...

Electrolux dryer irons as well

Electrolux, famous for its range of household appliances, has just released a next-generation dryer that comes complete with ironing capability. While the "Iron Aid" steam dryer doesn't iron clothes directly, it does de-wrinkle your clothes thanks to a steam...

Sony Ericsson confirms rumors

Looks like the grain of salt I have taken was in vain as Sony Ericsson confirmed rumors of its W890i and W380i cellphones from the Walkman range. The former will come with an integrated FM radio, HSDPA connectivity, stereo...

I, Grobot

I, Grobot is an interesting parody of Isaac Asimov's work, I, Robot. He is actually a planter that stands approximately 4" tall, featuring a grass head that adds another two to three inches in height when fully grown. I,...

Beach Radio headset

The next time summer rolls around and you head off for some fun and frolic at the beach, the Beach Radio headset ought to be considered. It looks like a miniature beach chair, being able to fold out and collapse...

Sanyo has new voice recorder

Sanyo has just rolled out a new PCM Digital voice recorder known as the ICR-PS390RM. This nifty device comes with 8GB of internal memory, capable of recording up to a dozen hours in PCM mode or a whopping 1,116...

Sony Ericsson MD300 3G Modem

The MD300 is a broadband modem that works on 3G GSM networks (like Cingular’s). With it, users can connect to the internet from wherever coverage is available. Because 3G coverage could be spotty outside of major cities, it works...

Deals of the day

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Rumor: Apple Tablet confirmed by Asus

Rumors about an upcoming Apple tablet have been going back and forth, but this time, Asus (a major contract manufacturer for Apple) has been reportedly confirming what many were hoping was true. What is certainly true is that Apple...

Nokia claims to have nailed the “perfect feedback touch screen”

Our friends from RedFerret have tested Nokia’s latest feedback touch-screen and they say that it’s good. Nokia’s new tech gives users the sensation of pressing a physical touch/button when interacting with the display. Here is their first impression: “One...

KSD Windows keep the heat in… or out

The good thing with new homes is that insulation is usually good. Some places are equipped with windows that prevent the sun from warming up the inside, but in places where temperatures vary a lot between seasons, getting more warmth...

MotoPure H12 Bluetooth Headset

My late Motorola HS850 headset left a bitter taste in my mouth (it was so bad), but I have to admit that the MotoPure H12 has caught my curiosity. The design is much better and of course, Motorola promises...

Clandestine Credit Card Information Gathering

ID theft and online fraud are reaching an all-time high, thanks partly to devices like this one: it is a credit card reader that can be installed by thieves in ATMs and other card-swiping places. The device records information from...

Pac-Man Electric Guitar

This Pac Man from SPECIMEN Custom Guitars is quite geeky: “A variable-speed knob is located on the eyeball so you can synchronize the blinker to the beat.” “People always ask me where I got it. It gets a lot...

Oakley Split Thump Review

Oakley has improved the Thump Pro (read review) MP3 sunglasses design: the Split Thump has removable earphones that turn them into “normal” sunglasses when the music player function is not needed. The MP3 control buttons have also been hidden...

BodyBugg calorie counter

The BodyBugg armband is actually a calorie counter that utilizes bio-feedback sensors in order to provide a continuous running total of calories burned. It will be able to hold a maximum of a dozen days' worth of data, so...

Concrete speakers from Taiwan

Check out these concrete speakers that hail from Taiwan, known as 25togo. It is said that the cement and glass used in this speaker's construction helps project a clean yet powerful sound profile. Angled corners also go a long way...

Apple Tablet rumor circulates

Looks like there is word about an Apple tablet yet again, with sources claiming that Asus will be the honored party that is helping Apple achieve its tablet PC dream. After all, Asus is currently an Apple contract manufacturer,...

Mitsubishi RFID Reader/Writer

Mitsubishi will be releasing its RF-RW003 UHF band RFID reader and writer device that comes with privacy protection and security modes to go up against unwanted tag accesses sometime in January next year, followed by the RF-RW004's launch in...

Memorex MMP8551 round like Pac-Man

Memorex has released its MMP8551 MP3 player that looks like an unwanted child in the iPod family. Just like the 2G Shuffle, it lacks a display but ditches the Shuffle's rectangular shape in favor of a circular form factor....

Whirlpool Glass bathtub

This bathtub is definitely one classy piece of home furniture, adding a touch of sensous class to any bathroom. Transparent on both sides, it comes with sixteen jets as well as a seating capacity for two persons. You can be...

PSP blushes in Deep Red

The Sony PSP has gained a new shade of color, probably blushing from all the attention and love its been getting since Final Fantasy VII: Crisis Core was released for it. Not only that, it comes in a shade...

GroomGroove.com has new feature

 GroomGroove.com has just released a new feature for the groom - a diamond engagement ring calculator “widget”. This widget is crucial to all men who are thinking of tying the knot, as it forces you to enter your gross salary...

Xerox DocuColor 7000AP Digital Press

Xerox has released its DocuColor 7000AP Digital Press that comes with the unique ability to select from three print operation modes on a job-by-job basis. For instance, the "All Weights" mode enables the press to run all stocks at 70...

Verbatim Color-background LightScribe

Verbatim has just released the first Color-background LightScribe 16x DVD-R and DVD+R media in the world, coming in red, orange, yellow, blue and green colors. Of course, you can always settle for the original gold color if those new...

Smart braces to the fore

3M Unitek Corp. have developed a new Clarity Self-Ligating braces that is constructed from a translucent ceramic material that makes the wearer look ordinary without frightening away little kids whenever he/she breaks into a smile. This new pair of...

Oakley Split Thump

Oakley has released yet another pair of sunglasses, and this time it is known as the Split Thump. It does pretty much the same thing as previous MP3-capable Oakleys, except that this time round the controls have been built right...

November 5, 2007

Wireless ID Skin Patch Technology

Frank Sammeroff and Gentag will be working on a new smart, wireless ID skin patch technology that aims to reduce medical errors in hospitals worldwide, with major cost benefits as a very welcome side effect. This patented, non-invasive solution...

Fusion-io launches ioDrive

 Fusion-io has launched the ioDrive, capable of delivering 100,000 IOPS (input/output per second) per card, while achieving sustained data rates of 800Mb/sec (Read) and 600Mb/sec (Write). On the paper it looks awesome: 1000x on IO performance, 100x response time, 10x...

Gigabyte USB gauge tells tales

Gigabyte has released a new USB gauge that was specially designed to work in tandem with its line of Gigabyte Odin GT power supplies. This USB-powered gauge features an analog face with a needle, displaying up to three different...

VholdR wearable camera

The VholdR wearable camera can be said to be dummy-proof - all it takes is just one click to upload recorded video onto YouTube without having you to go through pesky video conversion processes. The VholdR can record video in...

Linear updates security keypads

Linear has brought about a breath of fresh air to its most popular standalone keypad models with new programming features. The beneficiaries of this move are the AK-11, AK-21W and AK-31, ousting the AK-1, AK-2W and AK-3 respectively. You...

Arastra 7100 Datacenter switches

Arastra has just announced its 7100 Series of Datacenter Ethernet switches that boasts the highest density 10 Gigabit Ethernet switching solution in the industry. Not only that, it holds the distinction of being the first with an extensible modular...

SageTV releases SageTV Media Server

SageTV has just announced its SageTV Media Server for Microsoft Windows Home Server, enabling everyone in the family to enjoy their favorite live TV shows anytime, anywhere, thanks to Microsoft's latest software. SageTV Media Server on Windows Home Server...

Boopsie mobile Web search engine

 Boopsie has developed a Smart Prefix system that aims to provide a fast and simple method for searching on your cellphone, using but a few letters. You won't find many pages of results where Boopsie is concerned, since results are...

USB Retro Fan

The USB Retro Fan is yet another desktop device that helps keep you cool - too bad this $17 gadget is a bit too late in places that will soon be blanketed by snow. Readers living in more tropical...

HTC Dream concept

While there was no official confirmation or denial of the gPhone, HTC has already been working on a device known as "Dream", with rumors circulating that this hardware could launch sometime next year. The Dream handset is one of...

Electric Cruiser looks weird

The Electric Cruiser, I suppose, is meant for those who are wearing a pair of inline skates and yet do not have the energy left over to move on, especially during those ardous exercise sessions where one skates uphill....

Airbox CM3 mobile router

The Internet - it is everywhere! That is the case at least, if you bring the Airbox CM3 mobile router with you. This nifty device can be hooked up to the Internet in a moving vehicle via WiFi or an...

BevyTech Gadget Bottle

If you're a true blue geek at heart, chances are you'll be carrying at least a couple of gadgets with you at any one time, and the BevyTech Gadget Bottle fits the bill perfectly since it provides you with...

Seagate announces new Barracuda

Seagate has a new Barracuda hard drive that will cater to Microsoft's new Windows Home Server, where the DB35 hard drive will come in varying capacities of up to 1TB. Its top of the line offering, the Barracuda 7200.11,...

e28 could manufacture Android phones

Word on the street has it that China's e28 will be manufacturing handsets that run on Google's Android platform. No idea on how true this is, but e28 being a leading provider of mobile Linux convergence technology makes it a...

Vocera upgrades badge

Vocera has just upgraded its Communications Badge - the B2000 comes with enhanced 802.11b/g wireless support as well as a spanking new vivid display that enables mobile staff to communicate in a more effective manner. In addition, it doesn't come...

GETAC exhibits rugged PCs

GETAC will be parading a quartet of its versatile fully-rugged notebook and tablet PCs at the 2007 FireRescue Conference & Exposition that will be held from November 7 to 10 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. These models include...

P2PCleaner aims to remove P2P software

Are you terrified of the RIAA knocking down your door while you're busy downloading songs which you already have on a CD? If so, then the P2PCleaner software is just for you, being the first of its kind that...

NetCracker enabled High Definition

NetCracker Technology has introduced an innovative, first-to-market capabilities which enable service providers to fulfill and provision high definition and high bandwidth services over WiMAX, WiFi, EDGE, VDSL2/2+, and Metro Ethernet infrastructures. When used in conjunction with NetCracker's IP and telephone...

PerkinElmer UltraVIEW VoX system

 PerkinElmer has just launched an innovative live cell imaging solution courtesy of its UltraVIEW VoX system. UltraVIEW VoX brings a complete 3D live cell imaging solution to the table by incorporating the latest developments in spinning disk technology that enables...

RELDATA introduces 10GbE 9240 Gateway

RELDATA has just provided customers with a viable and working alternative to Fibre Channel Storage Area Networks (FC SAN) by introducing its 10GbE 9240 Unified Storage Gateway appliance. The company also holds the honor of being the first Unified...

Tensilica Diamond Standard 106Micro

Tensilica has just released the smallest licensable 32-bit processor core in the industry that is based on an industry-standard architecture. It occupies a mere 0.26 mm2 in a 130-nm G process and only 0.13 mm2 in a 90-nm G...

Google Android mobile platform

Google has just announced that it will work with leading technology and wireless companies to develop Android - the first truly open and comprehensive platform for mobile devices. The main goal would be fostering innovation on mobile devices while providing...

Aircraft Mouse takes the cake

Now this is truly one of the most whacked-out mouse designs I have come across to date - the Aircraft Mouse. It looks ergonomically painful to your palm, since it still relies on a dated "jellybean" form factor, never...

TomTom GO 920 and 920T

TomTom has just released the GO 920 and GO 920T, so all those of you who have been waiting for a long, long time can finally smile and add another gift to your Christmas list to Santa. Interesting features...

Hello Kitty phone hits the US

Hello Kitty continues her US invasion with a rebranded OKWAP i885 cellphone, bringing her pink feline goodness to charmed women all over America. Features include a 2 megapixel camera, games, a notepad, and even a calorie counter to help ladies...

Hovering shoes in the future?

Now how about that - hovering shoes could become the norm in the future. While hovering technology that shrinks down a device into a size that can fit a shoe does not exist just yet, a completed pair will probably...

LG KS20 finally hits Europe

LG's KS20 smartphone is finally up for sale in most European countries, bringing 3.6Mbps HSDPA connectivity to folks living across the pond in a package that measures just 12.8mm thin. Other features include a 2.8" touchscreen display, a 2...

InFocus BrilliantColor projectors

After releasing the Work Big IN15 late last week, InFocus has added a trio of new projectors into their line up, and they are the Work Big IN35, IN35W and IN37. All three feature advanced DLP technology from Texas...

Game uses iPhone Safari Browser

iPhone users will be able to experience some gaming on their smartphone courtesy of Dr. Pepper, where the latter has released Matchcaps - the first advergame that was specially designed for the iPhone Safari browser. This move allows Dr....

E-ten introduces Glofiish X600

E-ten has just rolled out the Glofiish X600 Pocket PC phone while dropping another announcement about shipping its long-awaited Glofiish X800. The former will target the budget conscious crowd, running on Windows Mobile 6.0 while holding the distinction of...

TV Weather Station

The TV Weather Station helps notify you of the day's weather forecast on a large screen (as large a TV as you can afford anyway) instead of traditionally tiny grey LCD displays. It is smart enough to provide you...

Laptop that targets newborns

So Junior can't wait to grow up and follow dad to the office in a business suit? Fear not - this cute little laptop was especially designed just for babies, featuring a mirror that lights up while doubling as...

Panasonic AJ-HPX3000G camcorder

At first glance, the shoulder-mounted Panasonic AJ-HPX3000G camcorder reminds one of Predator's infamous cannon that is placed on the same body part. The AJ-HPX3000G camcorder, however, does not obliterate its targets, instead preserving them in full HD (1,920 x...

Fujitsu LifeBook with SlimEdge design

Fujitsu has just released a new LifeBook that comes in the SlimEdge form factor, where the 14.1" display has been strapped into a slim case that would normally hold notebooks of the 13.3" variety instead. Known as the LifeBook S6510,...

CyberLink Digital Photo Frame Gadget

CyberLink has launched its Digital Photo Frame Gadget which actually streams slideshows as well as background music from a nearby home computer to the Photo Frame Gadget itself. You will be able to choose the gadget from three available formats...

Novaled makes strides with white OLED

 Novaled has successfully made large improvements where white OLEDs for lighting applications are concerned, achieving an efficiency of 35lm/W and a lifetime of 100,000h at a brightness level of 1,000 cd/sqm. Novaled relied on its proprietary Novaled PIN OLED technology...

OCZ adopts ESA

 OCZ Technology has just announced that PC Power & Cooling will adopt of ESA (Enthusiast System Architecture), enabling PC components to communicate operational information in real-time while providing enthusiasts with unprecedented software control in order to manage the conditions within...

Toshiba rolls out new Gigabeat U series

Toshiba has just released two more players in its Gigabeat U series of digital audio players - where the U104 boasts a flat front panel complete with 1GB of memory, while the U205 will feature double that amount without...

Transcend JetFlash V90 Classic

The Transcend JetFlash V90 Classic keychain USB flash drive will add some bling to your corporate portfolio, boasting a distinctive metallic swirl pattern which attracts the eye whenever light catches it at different angles. It might look a wee bit...

November 4, 2007

Samsung 64GByte SATA II SSDs

Samsung is once again at the forefront of technology, being the first in the industry to sample both 1.8" and 2.5" 64GB SSDs complete with an ultra fast SATA II/native SATA interface. This new SSD will boast a sequential write...

Solar Fan Cap

If you happen to stay in an area where strong sunlight makes up for most of the weather all-year round, this Solar Fan Cap is definitely for you. Not only does it protect your noggin' from those UV rays,...

Hop1883 GPS cellphone

Hop-On Wireless from California is offering an entry level cellphone known as Hop1883, and this device will come equipped with GPS capability. This tri-band tri-band 900/1800/1900MHz GSM phone targets both local and international markets, featuring a 2.8" 240 x 320...

Gresso J.Lo USB flash drive

Gresso has certainly gone overboard this time by releasing Jennifer Lopez's new album, "Brave", on a USB flash drive while slapping a $70 price tag on it. Seriously, just go get the CD if you're a J.Lo fan, as this...

Rumor of new Sony Ericsson phones

The elves are certainly working overtime in the grapevine, with word being spread that November 6th will see a trio of new handsets hitting the market, where each individual phone will come with a unique feature that will set...

Solar-powered Owi grasshopper

This bug-eyed Owi grasshopper looks exceedingly cute, and best of all it is capable of keeping your little ones entertained all day long without worrying about forking out additional dough to keep this toy going as it draws its...

Q-Sight helmet-mounted display

BAE Systems have come up with a new line of lightweight, modular and ergonomic helmet-mounted displays which cater for rotary-wing pilots. This new display has been dubbed "Q-Sight", and can be retro-fitted to existing gear. In addition, it is...

Onkyo introduces SE-U55SX USB soundcard

Onkyo has just released its external SE-U55SX USB soundcard that comes with an analog input and output, one mic input, a trio of digital inputs, a couple of digital outputs and a headphone jack. In addition, you also get up...

Eclipse Office Partitioning System

The Eclipse Office Partitioning System is the perfect workplace concept for those 'hermits' in the office, as it keeps your personal space private and far away from peering eyes. This interesting concept comes with a desk, task chair, expandable hood,...

720 Skates the next big thing?

Inline skating is an established competitive sport by now, but designer Tay Kian Khuan wants to take things to the next level with shi 720 Skates concept. Targeting professional competitions, his pair of 720 Skates look like any other...

Plushy Mouse concept

This Plushy Mouse is an interesting concept - although it will probably kill your hands first where ergonomics (or the lack of it, rather) play a very important role. Materials used to construct this pointing peripheral include felt which is...

Rechargeable USB Lighter

This rechargeable USB lighter works differently from its traditional brethren, replacing the fluid and flint with resistance coils as found in car lighters. A tiny rechargeable battery cell that powers the coil can be juiced up using USB power -...

LapDawg X4 Laptop Desk

The LapDawg X4 Laptop Desk targets those who can't be bothered to get out of bed while working on their laptop, still dressed in their jammies. Of course, once they decide that the bed is more conducive for snoozing purposes,...

PMP-M28 has more than meets the eye

The PMP-M28 from Longhorn Technology (nothing to do with Windows here) of China looks pretty run-of-the-mill, but it does boast a bevy of features not found on other portable media players in its class. Some of these features are...

USB Vacuum Cleaner

The way the corporate environment is structured these days, pressure is always bearing down on workers to complete never-ending tasks. This leads to a shortened lunch break, and most folks have experienced the inconvenience of snacking at the keyboard...

Gamerator dream arcade cabinet

The Gamerator arcade cabinet combines the best of both worlds - downing a nice cold pint of beer while blasting aliens into oblivion. This arcade cabinet boasts a 24" flatscreen display with 180 pre-loaded titles for you to enjoy over...

Big Button controllers now out

Scene It for the Xbox 360 requires these new Big Button controllers, and thankfully they don't have to be purchased separately. For $60, you get the Scene It game along with a quartet of these babies, but how long will...

Amex Digital releases GPS phone

Amex Digital from Hong Kong has released its latest GPS cellphone that comes in a candybar format that shares a rather strong resemblance with a generic Nokia handset. It measures 114mm x 49.8mm x 17mm, housing an internal GPS antenna...

Matsushita Drive Recorder

Matsushita has come up with a prototype drive recorder that is capable of recording all sides of a vehicle - the front, rear and interior using a single interior and three exterior cameras. Each view will be shown on 1/4...

Sony unveils new Micro PC

Sony has just expanded its Micro PC line to include the VGN-UX490N/C. This tiny wonder ain't cheap though, retailing for $2,499 but it does improve upon the UX390 in many aspects. Improvements include a Core 2 Solo processor, a...

TDK holographic material for recording

TDK has manufactured a prototype holographic material that enhances recording capablility, boasting a high overwriting capability that translates into a higher recording density. Initial tests have shown that the prototype material is capable of providing a recording density of...

Samsung launches M4650 phone

Samsung does not want to be left behind in the touchscreen smartphone race, releasing the M4650 "Multi-touch Phone" via LG Telecom in Korea. This full Internet-browsing handset aims to draw first blood before Apple's iconic iPhone lands in Korea....

NTT DoCoMo goes on a launch rampage

NTT DoCoMo surely isn't about to let its guard down this holiday season, giving consumers even more choices by releasing 23 new handsets in 75 colors. The 905i series will receive 10 models in three dozen colors, while 13 models...

Shinoda Plasma aims for 142-inch plasma

Shinoda Plasma from Japan is currently working to make available its 142" plasma TV sometime in the second half of next year, and chances are it will piece a few smaller screens together using new technology that allows for seamless...

Bratz MP3 player

This Bratz-branded MP3 player comes in the shape of a lipstick, which ought to appeal to those tweens as well as teens who absolutely adore this show. Featuring a mere 512MB in capacity, it comes in a purple shade...

Learning Curve Battle Wheels samurai

The Learning Curve Battle Wheels samurai is one interesting toy to keep in mind this holiday season if you're a parent with kids (or just a big kid at heart). The Battle Wheels zip about the room, rotating and spinning...

TiWalkMe biological clock

This is truly a clock of monstrous proportions. It was specifically designed to track a time period of 1,000 years, so questions about the current hour cannot be answered. The TiWalkMe concept uses a forest seeded along a ribbon of...

Tartan Racing team picks up $2m prize

The Tartan Racing Team from Carnegie Mellon University walked away with the $2 million first place price after beating out on five other teams who completed the DARPA Urban Challenge this weekend. Using a fully automated Chevy Tahoe, this driverless...

Deals of the day

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November 2, 2007

SEGA Initial D with Real Cars

Our friends from Akihabaranews tested SEGA’s Initial D car game in an ultimate version that uses real cars as controllers! Not only that, but the roads featured in the game are inspired from real Japanese roads. Users say that it...

Rumor: $99 PS2 on the way

The word on the street is that a $99 PS2 is on the way. Of course, Sony denies it to protect the current PS2 sales, but given that the previous PS3 rumor was spot-on, people tend to have more...

NewTeeVee Live, Nov 14, San Francisco

We will be covering the NewTeeVee Live conference organized by the GigaOM network. The event will showcase the online video industry's hottest topics, most talented video producers, promising technologies and leading innovators. The keynote and panel speakers for this event...

Wheels Key Holder looks cool

Keys seem to have a penchant of getting themselves lost on their own, which is why this Wheels Key Holder is essential in any home just in case there is someone forgetful living under the same roof as you....

Taser-proof gear to be patented

Somebody has gone through the trouble to apply for a patent for an "energy weapon protection device", which means you could soon see Taser-proof gear being sold at a retail store near you. Not too sure whether this patent...

Everex to bring sub-$300 laptops

Everex is fresh from bringing us a $198 Linux desktop this week, and has plans to introduced Linux laptops that will retail for less than $300 next year. These laptops will come in a wide range, with choices starting from...

AHTEC X60GT UMPC does GPS too

The diminutive AHTEC Tiny X60GT UMPC does not only come with both WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity, it also boasts embedded GPS navigation to help you find your way around unfamiliar territory. Just in case you think it is pretty limited...

MII Flashcam records video as well

The MII Flashcam is one unique flashlight as it not only helps you see when everything around you is pitch black, it also features a built-in video camera that helps record whatever's going on. Makes me wonder whether this was...

Motorola TALKABOUT T8500R 2-Way Radios

Motorola’s TALKABOUT T8500R 2-Way Radios tries to usher in Christmas a little bit early, helping you keep in touch with family and loved ones without breaking the bank. Each purchase will come with a free Motorola car charger accessory,...

AT&T has new international iPhone plan

AT&T has just dropped a new international plan for iPhone owners, giving them up to 50MB of data per month for Internet browsing, e-mail checking as well as information access across more than 29 countries, including Canada, China, Mexico and...

Casio USB Label Mouse Printer

Casio has just released a mouse that doubles up as a label printer - a first of its kind, I believe. This Casio USB Label Mouse Printer works great for those who absolutely have the need to label just about...

HearAtLast launch MP3 earphones

 HearAtLast has launched its exclusive new line of MP3 earphones that feature custom earbuds in order to provide a proper and comfortable fit for the iPod generation. These Sonomax custom earbuds have been specifically designed to suit the need of...

Mobile office hits PocketSurfer 2

The PocketSurfer 2 was launched just this year, taking pride in being the fastest mobile Internet surfing device in the market. Other than surf pages, DataWind has decided to work with Zoho in order to empower the PocketSurfer 2...

Winnie The Pooh Alarm Clock Nanny Cam

This Winnie The Pooh Alarm Clock Transmitting Camera is perfect for paranoid parents who have no choice but to work while leaving their child with a nanny back home. While it takes time to build trust between people, at...

New Toshiba LCD has insane resolution

Toshiba engineers have certainly gone off their rocker with this new 22" LCD display that boasts a resolution of 3,840 x 2,400 (also known as WQUXGA), but unfortunately that resolution doesn't do justice to the screen size. No idea why...

Force feedback suit developed

MIT researchers have developed a force feedback suit that provides real-time feedback to each joint in your body based on a human teacher's emotions. Sounds complicated? Here's a rather simplistic explanation - let's say I want to throw a...

Ferguson Hill speakers reviewed

Trusted Reviews have gotten their mitts on Ferguson Hill FH007 and FH008 Speakers, and dropped the gavel by delivering their verdict. ...I think the FH007 speakers are very good. But I'm not going to pull the proverbial high-end audio...

Oven burns garbage, powers slum

Fancy an oven that uses garbage as fuel while providing power? This is what's happening in a Kenyan slum, as a specially designed oven features a superheated steel plate within an incinerator box that vaporizes drops of water. Released...

Samsung makes breakthru in glass tech

Samsung scientists are currently working on a way to make LCD panels from ordinary glass plates, and it is hoped that this process will be able to reduce the costs of LCD displays for both notebooks and TVs by...

Thrustmaster Ferrari GT Experience

While many of us won't be able to afford a Ferrari in this lifetime or the next, at the very least you'll be able to pick up the Thrustmaster Ferrari GT Experience steering wheel that works across multiple platforms...

November 1, 2007

Wireless EEG draws power from body heat

We've seen the wireless ECG prototype recently, and now there's yet another wireless device - an EEG to be exact, that draws its power from your body's heat instead. The entire system is wearable and integrated into a headband, consuming...

Innopocket Metal Deluxe Case

Innopocket has released a Metal Deluxe Case that helps protect your precious iPhone from nicks and scratches, without intruding on its performance as the metal leaves both the screen and antenna exposed so you won't lose out on reception....

Fisher-Price Smart Cycle

Fisher-Price has just released its Smart Cycle, a physical learning arcade system that targets kids. We all know how tiny tots have tons of energy to burn up, and it would be better for them to spend it that...

LCD rims pimps your ride

No idea on why anyone would want to include an LCD TV onto their car's rims, but apparently there is enough demand to warrant production of such displays. I suppose advertising companies would love to use these TV rims as...

Twins phone from TechFaith Wireless

TechFaith Wireless of China has released what is dubbed the "first WCDMA/GSM dual mode phone" in the world, also known as the Twins phone. This handset allows users to load one WCDMA SIM card as well as one GSM card...

Sony hangs up LM series of VAIO

Sony has expanded its LM series of VAIO notebooks with a panel PC that features a 19" screen which is framed by a transparent bezel in order to blend into its surrounding environment. In order to integrate it fully,...

Creative Zen comes in 4GB now

Creative might be losing ground in the MP3 and PMP market, but they're still not giving up the good fight just yet. The latest Zen now comes with 4GB of flash memory and has the iPod nano in its sights...

Pepper spray bracelet

If you're thinking of catching an assailant unawares, this pepper spray bracelet could prove to be a lifesaver. Inspired by Spiderman's classic web-shooter that is found in the comics, you wear this around your wrist, ready to repel any creep...

USB infra-red pad relieves aches

This USB-powered infra-red pad is said to relieve aches and pains whenever you wear it, but until I try it on for myself I'd happily take this piece of gadgetry with a pinch of salt. The pad itself measures...

HD DVD players get even cheaper

Remember the $199 HD DVD players from Toshiba? While that sounds cheap to many (including myself), there is an even cheaper solution which can be accessed via a "secret" website. It seems that there will be a $99 HD DVD...

Ascom upgrades i75 handset

Ascom has enhanced its FreeNET VoWiFi i75 handset with a third major release, featuring improved Push-to-Talk capability that offers all users a full-duplex speech path as well as the ability to quickly initiate up to 10 unique conference groups...

Samsung has portable media ecosystem

Samsung has developed a new portable media ecosystem in the market with the help of leading content providers CinemaNow, Rhapsody and Napster. These services are perfect with Samsung's recently introduced P2 portable media player that boasts a generous 3"...

dreamGEAR Soft Sports Kit

dreamGEAR has just released its new Soft Sports Kit for the Nintendo Wii, adding a touch of realism to Wii Sports without the danger of suffering from a wayward action by your opponent since the extensions are made out of...

Mstar has fastest Internet in the US

Mstar has just launched the fastest Internet connection in the US with its 50Mbps residential product. This 50Mbps connection was offered from October 22nd onwards over the UTOPIA network, helping the US keep pace with the top-ranked global broadband markets....

Sena Cases caters to new iPods

 Sena Cases has just released its new line of luxury leather cases for the recently released iPods. The company uses nothing but the finest quality European leather, bringing together both style and function in a wide range of colors and...

Verizon launches CDMA-enabled Pearl

Verizon Wireless will launch its BlackBerry Pearl 8130 online on November 3rd, making it the first CDMA-enabled BlackBerry Pearl in the world and customers of Verizon Wireless will be able to get their hands on one then. This device...

UltraFill Tire Inflation System

Air Products has released its UltraFill 99+ High-Purity Nitrogen Tire Inflation System that is capable of delivering the highest purity nitrogen available. It is said that nitrogen inflated tires offer significant performance, cost and safety benefits compared to what...

Muur-Lab 3D Printing Service

 Muur-Lab, a 3D visualization company, has just launched a new 3D printing service that is capable of producing real-world models of virtually anything - buildings, vehicles, 3D scanned objects and even medical models. This method will be much more cost...

Mitsubushi panoramic display system

Mitsubishi has taken its large display expertise to develop a panoramic display system that stands proud at 2m tall, measuring 7.5m in diameter. These screens are made up of rear-projection displays that are arranged in a wall that encircles the...

HP IQ775 TouchSmart Desktop PC

HP has released its IQ775 TouchSmart Desktop PC that targets the kitchen-and-den PC market, giving families the opportunity to leave video messages for one another as well as access required information. This AMD-powered machine will come with 2GB RAM,...

Gasoline car now runs on solar power

Japanese scientists have taken a standard gas-powered car (the legendary Mazda MX-5 in this case) and converted it to rely purely on solar power to run. This was made possible by the Total Mobility Project, as the team removed the...

Takara Tomy air filter

Aren't these just so adorable? Takara Tomy has released this petite air filter that just oozes with cuteness, it'd beat a newborn baby any day when it comes to the cheek-pinching factor. It retails for less than $150 and...

Fujitsu releases FinePix Z10fd

Fujitsu has just released the FinePix Z10fd that targets the casual point-and-shoot crowd. It will come with 7.2 megapixels of image goodnesss, 3x optical zoom, up to ISO 1600, an adaptive flash, 54MB of internal memory, special image modes, and...

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Roomcaster for true wireless sound

Radiient Technologies has jumped onto the wireless audio bandwagon with its Roomcaster, a new UWB-based audio network technology that doesn't give two hoots about signal disruptions in order to bring true wireless surround sound. Roomcaster can be integrated by any...

NEC dual-display desktop LCD bundle

NEC has just announced its new dual-display desktop LCD product bundle that comes with a couple of NEC 19" MultiSync LCD195VX+ displays as well as Matrox’s DualHead2Go Graphics eXpansion Module (GXM). As every computer user knows, any workstation with...

InFocus launches Work Big IN15

InFocus has just launched its Work Big IN15 ultra-slim notebook projector that targets the traveling business progessional. The IN15 can deliver 2,500 ANSI lumens despite its small and compact size, enabling presentations to be held virtually anywhere without loss of...

DoCoMo announces new 905iTV phones

NTT DoCoMo has pushed the envelop yet again where cellphones are concerned by announcing the P905iTV and SH905iTV that will arrive on Japanese shores early next year. These handsets are manufactured by Panasonic and sharp respectively, boasting 3.5" displays that...

Eizo launches new LCD TVs

Eizo has just launched its LCD TVs that have been branded FORIS, with two new models to entice customers to part with their money. The two models measure 24" and 27" respectively, with both bringing full HD in WUXGA resolution...

Apple pushes MacBook speed

Apple has upgraded its MacBooks to perform even faster without much fanfare, running on Intel's Santa Rosa platform as well as a speedier 800MHz system bus. In addition, the older Intel GMA 950 integrated graphics chipset has been ditched...

Next-gen AirDrives work with iPhone

Mad Catz Interactive has plans to launch a next generation AirDrive Interactive Earphones that caters specifically for use with the Apple iPhone. This product is tipped to be released early next year, boasting an outer-ear design powered by InAir Technology,...

SPOT ships satellite messenger

SPOT holds the distinction of shipping the first satellite messenger in the world. This device is portable, rugged and simple to use, and was specially designed to improve personal safety of folk who tend to spend lots of time...

Mega Brain Boost for the DS

The DS is one handheld console that makes you think much more than you normally do thanks to its slew of brain-bustin' titles, and Mega Brain Boost is the latest in the fast growing niche of brain games. Mega...

G-Drive releases mini Triple

G-Technology has just introduced yet a handful of triple interface models from its popular G-DRIVE mini portable hard drive line, bringing a balance of performance and portability for today's road warriors with 5,400 or 7,200 RPM SATA hard drives....

USB Mini-Cool Aroma

The USB Mini-Cool Aroma from gadget mavens Brando could not have been released at a more opportune time with winter just around the corner. Heck, it can even be used for those living in tropical countries as an air-conditioned room...

 
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