Now ask yourself this - what would you do if you had the fastest Internet connection in the world? Well, short of downloading just about everything imaginable while keeping a close eye on your front door in order to...
March 31, 2008
MyGuide just rolled out three GPS navigation systems - the M.i.motion3318, M.i.motion4328 and M.i.more4338. The high end M.i.more4338 boasts the following features :- Navigate from door-to-door in your region in 24 languages with the new navigation software MyGuide 8.0...
Kajeet is a mobile virtual network operator that targets families as their main market, especially those with tweens in the household. Kajeet recently rolled out a new GPS Phone Locator service that allows yo uto keep track of your...
Now the Okoro ZX100's a HTPC that ain't too shabby when it comes to system specifications and performance. Check it out. Intel 3GHz processor 3GB RAM NVIDIA GeForce 8600GT video card 32GB SSD drive for OS 1TB hard drive...
NEC has just launched a new 7" amorphous-silicon thin-film-transistor LCD module known as the NL8048BC19-02. This new display module comes complete with WVGA resolution and boasts a long-life white LED as the light source, capable of going up to...
The popular (but expensive) Pleo robot toy has just received a new 1.1 update, and the following are some of the improvements :- Pleo's attitude and emotions change based on how you interact with him. A happy Pleo is...
iPassConnect is a brand new service that brings together WiFi, 3G mobile, and backup dial-up Internet access in a single package for as little as $30 monthly. This service aims to fight for market share with WiFi Internet access...
The lack of two analog sticks in Sony's revamped PSP Slim has ticked off many a Sony fanboy, so what better way to remedy the situation than to come up with your own solution? Modder L0rdNic0 decided to take...
The Nike+Sportsband is finally here, being the logical evolution of the Nike+iPod kit. After all, this new release does away with the need for an iPod, but allows you to monitor your workout through the band contraption and monitor...
There is something about glowing products that seem to inexplicably draw people towards them - case in point, the Mini Tritium Glowing Keychain. This keychain uses the same radioactive material found in compasses, gun sights, watches and other items...
There is nothing quite like a soothing back massage after a hard day's work, but what happens when you're too poor to afford a massage chair or even go for an hour's worth of manual massage at the local...
Is this one of the weirder looking desktop speakers you have ever come across? Courtesy of Sega Toys, the i-Spin Speaker Robot comes in the form factor of an egg but is much hardier than Humpty Dumpty. He is...
The Hitachi CPX3 3LCD mobile short-throw projector is the latest from Hitachi, targeting widescreen laptops and imaging applications that look their best when the 16:10 aspect ratio is used. Features include :- WXGA (1,280 x 800) resolution 2,000 lumens...
Soldiers could, in the near future, bring up a detailed 3D map of the surrounding area at will if General Dynamics UK actually manage to pull off their project successfully. This "near real-time" 3D map system uses a wide...
Some people believe that the AMD will spark a new “chip war” by releasing a bunch of products, but to me it sounds more like a potential “price war”, which is very different. “chip war” makes reader think that...
One might say that Palm’s days are pretty stormy but today was a good day as the company announced that more than a million units of its entry-level Centro have been bought by customers. That’s good news for Palm,...
Intel is said to be working on a wireless protocol that would connect the video output from small devices like smartphones, media players to a larger display (monitor, TV…). The idea of connecting small devices on large displays is...
Sony Ericsson has rolled out the Z750a, making it the first 3G/HSDPA handset for the US market to date. This affordable and stylish handset features a reflective mirror clamshell case, complete with a hidden OLED reflective display screen in...
The Flower Filament concept aims to bring together nature and technology, and it certainly isn't the first to think along this line. Inside the bulb lies a flower, enabling it to light up. Yup - no flower, no power....
Nyko has released the Charge Base 2 that makes charging your wireless PlayStion 3 controllers a snap - all you need to do is plug the Charge Base 2 into a nearby power outlet, insert the dongles of the...
The new Motorola Z9 might not be announced on an official basis just yet, but it has already appeared at CTIA wireless, and we do know that it will be carried by AT&T. The Z9, just like the RAZR2,...
AVerMedia rolls out the AVerTV Hybrid Volar MAX - a USB TV tuner stick that allows your computer to receive HDTV signals in addition to analog TV and FM radio, as long as you're running on Windows XP or...
I must say this ought to be the cheapest universal TV remote control in the world - after all, at £1.96 a unit, you can't really go wrong, can you? The Keychain Universal TV Remote Control is so small...
Verizon and LG announced the enV2 will be available Stateside this April, ousting the highly popular enV with a brand new slim body and sophisticated black finish. What are some of the specifications you can expect from the enV2?...
Looks like the obsidian black GSM Palm Centro is no longer limited to Salt Lake City, Utah as AT&T is carrying it for $99.99 a pop. At least you now have another color choice compared to just the glacier...
I was watching a rerun of Demolition Man the other day, and when Wesley Snipes was trying to escape from Stallone in a car chase, the latter shot the former's tire with unerring accuracy. Being set so far in...
Pantech has come up with some pretty spiffy looking cell phones to date, including the Helio Ocean and Pantech Duo, but that doesn't mean the company is going to rest on its laurels. In fact, they have just released...
Via's new NAS 7800 board targets small business server applications and features the following :- VIA C7 1.5GHz processor Eight SATA II ports Gigabit Ethernet ports Optional integrated IEEE-802.11g VIA wireless module TPM chip for greater security Via Padlock...
Ladies and gentlemen, I present to your the big momma of all iPhone unlocking tools to date known appropriately as 'Pwnage'. this software update enables an iPhone to install unsigned firmware, which means hackers will be able to integrate...
HP has rolled out a brand new webcam for all you instant messaging video addicts with the Elite AF webcam. This 3 megapixel unit sits pretty at the top of the range, capable of outputting HD video on a...
In the latest episode of the long Asus Eee notebook saga, the Windows XP version of the uber-cool notebook from Asus should hit retail location before April 15th. Now you know what to do with the tax-refund check, if...
This robotic chick from SEGA will respond to patting by crying and flapping its wings. When left alone, it will chirp from time to time – you might not want to try that at the office. This is not...
We first covered the GzOne when it launched in Tokyo (read our hands-on with the GzOne). A few years and a few updates later Wired puts the most recent version through a gadget abuse test that the device took like…...
The VR340 notebook from MSI has a 13.3” display and MSI claims that the ergonomic keyboard will be as comfy as a desktop keyboard. It’s hard to believe, but I have not tested it, so if anyone out there...
With the advent of digital cameras, snapping photos are but an easy task, but archiving and processing those photos afterwards can be quite the pain in the ass. The Digital Photo to DVD Converter aims to make your life...
The HTC Manilla is but a customized interface which remains on top of its Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional OS. Manilla isn't actually TouchFLO 2.0, as TouchFLO 2.0 consists of but a few updates involving the scrolling and cube sections....
Suzuki's Crosscage concept bike has finally entered production and will be able to tear down the streets without causing additional harm to the environment, thanks to its hydrogen powered engine. Co-developed with the British Intelligent Energy, it boasts a...
The Cup concept PC is pretty interesting, as the computer will be able to dish out phrases like "Pour your data on the table" and "Pour your data into my cup" to your amusement. Modeled on common behaviors of...
Verizon has the honor of being the first North American carrier to launch the BlackBerry Curve 8830, making available this 3G smartphone to the masses courtesy of Verizon's EV-DO network. The 8830 is but a natural update to the...
Mpio's V10 portable media player ain't too shabby, featuring the following specifications :- 3" wide touch screen display at 480 x 272 resolution SD/SDHC memory card slot Windows CE 5.0 Core Supports H.264, DivX, XivD, WMV7/8/9, MPEG2/4, VOB, and...
Alltel Wireless has just announced two new color options for the Motorola Q in the form of the licorice and lime Moto QTM 9cs which will be available this summer. Some of the features found on both smartphones include...
Sony's Rolly music player is now available in sleek black to accompany the original white model. This new black model will feature the ability to change to different colored arms (blue, red and silver) in order to spruce up...
While the economy isn't exactly as rosy as everyone would like, there is still some silver lining in this dark cloud according to investment bank Piper Jaffray who is pretty bullish on Apple, claiming that a diversification in the...
Kyocera has successfully developed a new printhead technology which it claims is the fastest high-resolution inkjet printhead for commercial applications in the world. For the uninitiated, the KJ4 Series is capable of pumping out 150 meters per minute on...
The iPod mini, when it was first released, obtained plenty of praises from just about every quarter and it still looks ain't half bad today. Those who missed the boat and want a little retro action can purchase the...
The HTC Touch has been rebranded as the XV9600 for Verizon, featuring a white color scheme that is easy on the eyes. Other than the cosmetic change and the new unpronounceable model number, everything else remains the same including...
To date, there has been a number of Apple TV users who have reported that problems with their wireless connections have started to appear, related to 5GHz 802.11n networks only after the installation of the 2.0.1 update. It seems...
March 30, 2008
Here's a waterbed that not only provides superior comfort as you take a break after a long, hard day at the office - it also features a dedicated base plate where you will be able to mount loudpseakers inside the...
Just when you thought that Jon Davis has exhausted all ways to monetize Garfield, along comes this Garfield MP3 player that features everyone's favorite fat cat's head. It is extremely cheap, retailing for a mere $7.99 while carrying 256MB...
The Palm Centro was already highly affordable when released, but Best Buy is offering a killer deal this weekend for AT&T's Palm Centro, going as low as $40 for new AT&T customers while existing ones can pick it up...
Now is this a wacky idea or what - we've seen Oxygen Bars for humans, but an Oxygen Doghouse? Yes, your pooch no longer has to feel left out smelling foul odors such as sweaty feet, moldy shoes, and...
You know for sure that LG needs new blood in their marketing department if they were to call a cell phone the Ice Cream phone, purely based on its ice cream inspired colors and LED lighting. I suppose Chocolate...
The BMW Hydrogen 7 is a brand new super eco-friendly prototype that not only runs on hydrogen, but will be able to use regular gasoline at the push of a button just in case the former isn't available. Recent tests...
Daihatsu's latest concept car will feature a 3D holographic dashboard courtesy of Provision Interactive Technologies. This is made possible by merging a 2D flat screen and a 3D holographic screen in order to function as the vehicle's in-dash display....
Pantel has a new line up of weatherproof LCD TVs, allowing you to leave them out on your lawn all summer lawn as you catch up on the latest movies while getting a tan. The 32" PAN320 model and...
Fujifilm is currently offering the option in include a LoJack-designed tracker in its storage devices, allowing you to keep track of your precious backup data wherever you go. This new service will set you back by $150 per device...
The Vintage Tin Robot Concept Watch is a joy to behold, featuring user-friendly functions despite looking more complicated than taking a car apart and putting it back together again. The left eye is the hour register, while the right...
Cops in Elvis' hometown are currently patroling the neighborhood on a T3 Series Personal Mobility Vehicle. The T3 is capable of hitting speeds of up to 20mph, while breaking down the barrier between officer and civilian as they are...
The Nintendo Wii Wheel has been priced at $14.99 when it is released this April 27th. After all, it would be more fun if your friends can drop by and play using the Wii Wheel just like you instead...
April 1 looks set to be the date where Nokia will announce the new Nokia N810 Internet Tablet - WiMAX Edition. It looks pretty much like your standard N810, save for the fact that it comes in black brushed...
The Asus Eee Desktop PCs are on their way sometime this year, but other than these supposed shots that have been floating in cyberspace, very little or nothing else is known about system specifications. Hopefully it will take the...
The BlackBerry 9000 as featured on engadgetmobile seems to have received a major revamp where its software is concerned, along with a more streamlined hardware design. It uses a strip interface instead of the vertical, Windows-like interface that are...
Denso Corp. of Japan has developed a new air conditioning system that uses snow held in storage to reduce the building's temperature in an effort to reduce the use of electricity. Sounds like a pretty noble idea, but this...
A Sprint Roadmap shows that the Palm Treo 800w is set to be released sometime this year, ousting the aged 700w while bringing integrated A-GPS to the table. Powered by Windows Mobile 6.0, there will be a couple of...
Apple is currently searching the job market for a Handwriting Recognition Engineer, at least since August 11th, 2005. This position in Apple's Handwriting Recognition team will probably be responsible for Mac OS X's Inkwell technology. For those who are...
South Korean police are currently trying to push for a plan that will see all cell phones come with an embedded GPS chip of some sort, enabling satellites to track all these users. While the benefits of it nabbing...
Best Buy will be carrying the Windows XP version of its Asus Eee PC 4G for $399 this April 9th - so those who have been hankering after this uber-mobile piece of computing will be able to break open...
There is a brand new build of iPhone 1.2 from Apple - also known as 2.0 beta to developers. As with any other new build, you will find fixes to problems found in previous releases, including a Contact.app icon...
If you're planning to hop onto the high definition bandwagon without breaking the bank, then the Vivitar DVR565HD makes for a good candidate. Capable of recording video at a native 720p resolution while directly encode it to H.264 does...
Asus' My Cinema PE9400 Combo PCI Express TV card aims to bring TV entertainment to your desktop without adding additional burden on your processor courtesy of an embedded MPEG2 hardware decorder. Other features include :- Support for digital (ATSC/QAM)...
The Beamz Music Performance System is one interesting USB device, enabling you to indulge in hundreds of musical instruments simply by breaking the laser beams with your digits. There is a total of six laser beans that take up...
The Wiimote is not only good for gaming, but with a stroke of genius and time, engineers at the US Department of Energy's Idaho National Lab in Idaho Falls have manage to cobble a Wiimote hack that allows it...
The Motorola Z9 will be launching this April 1st apparently, with AT&T being the carrier. Word has it that TeleNav will be rebadged as AT&T Navigator, so one can reasonably expect the Z9 to feature an A-GPS solution since...
Let's face the fact - despite our gadgets being shiny and new, that isn't going to stop us from using it while laying a log or two. After all, surfing the Web when doing so is way more interactive...
Here are the official specifications where the upcoming LG Vu is concerned. There will be two variants - the CU920 will feature a mobile TV antenna, something the CU915 lacks. Otherwise, the following are its shared specifications. 3G connectivity...
eyeSight has announced Ninja Stroke - touted to be the first cell phone game in the world controlled by actual hand movements right in front of the camera. I suppose talking aloud into your DS' microphone while on your...
Musicians will definitely love the CLEF system concept as it comes with a flexible LCD touch screen display, complete with a built-in stand and a foot pedal that operates wirelessly. All you need to do is step on the...
March 28, 2008
Just like (nearly) everyone else, Dell takes the plunge into the world of high definition with its Inspiron 1525 notebook, by throwing in a Blu-ray drive. Interestingly enough, the Inspiron 1525 won't exactly break the bank as it retails...
Remember the old standy, using lemon juice as ink in order to scribble down a secret message? Well, the Sonic Screwdriver allows you to relive those third grade memories of leaving secret messages for your friends minus the hassle...
Having a HTPC system in your home is a delicate affair, as you not only have to think of what components to put inside but the type of casing as well, as there really isn't any point in aggravating...
Thermaltake has a brand new notebook carrying bag in the form of the iXoft. This notebook cooling pad is integrated into the notebook carrying bag itself, and because it uses a fan-less solution, there is no worries about running...
In this day of MP3s, turntables have been given a modern update to keep up with the times while retaining that aura from the past. The Vestax Guber CM-02 USB Turntable is drop dead gorgeous, allowing you to convert...
Dell's Ergo is but an E-series stand that supports LCD monitors of up to 24" in size. Unfortunately, Dell engineers forgot to send the memo to make current Latitude D-series of docks compatible with the new E-series...which is a...
Apple is one of the few companies that want to see its users get fit, and not fat. According to recent patent filings, people have managed to uncover a full-featured program that includes OS X and an iPhone-like device...
This 2.5" and 3.5" SATA HDD Dock with Hub from Brando is one of the more useful gadgets released thus far, featuring ample space for you to stuff in just about any 2.5" or 3.5" SATA hard drive through...
If you have a soft spot for old records, then the Soundwagon Portable Record Player will definitely make your heart melt. Touted to be the smallest portable record player in the world, this officially licensed Volkswagen van will drive...
NTT DoCoMo of Japan claim to have successfully developed a molecular delivery system which it hopes to see incorporated into cell phones one day, allowing instant remote diagnosis of the user's current health and emotional state. With a biochip...
Don't you just love folks who have that streak of genius in them? They tend to come up with the wackiest inventions even Einstein would be proud of. The Wiimote Extreme LED mod is one of them, featuring an...
Shade Pixel takes the road less traveled by rendering information on a deformable skin surface, resulting in a 3D texture output. Developed by researchers at the Design Media Lab at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST),...
Pantone just had to release USB flash drives that come in a host of colors - 14 in total, to be exact. You will be able to choose from 512MB, 1GB, 2GB and 4GB capacities, and these can be...
We have reviewed the iZ3D LCD monitor in the past, but that was the 17" version of yore. Fast forward in time and you get a larger screen real estate as the most notable of improvements. One thing you'll notice...
March 27, 2008
Ground troops will be pleased to know that the Army's soldier suit of the future known as the Land Warrior has been given a new lease of life, after the 4/9th Infantry stripped it down and modified it accordingly,...
The Japanese always have the most funky toilet, and the Nankai Electric Railway Co. is going to up the ante by offering water-free urinals at 18 men's toilets in stations along its lines. Before you start to wrinkle your...
This drum table will certainly get on your nerves much more than that pesky colleague who has developed this nasty habit of drumming his fingers on the table throughout the entire day. Well, at least this drum table produces...
Byron Lahey and other researchers at Arizona State University have been sweating it out to develop this all terrain iRobot modification. Robot Create robots are easily programmable and expandable in their functionality, but can only travel on a very...
The Zero electric motocross bike offers you all the action of a two-stroke gasoline engine minus the noise - after all, it is powered by electricity. Despite that fact, riders will find that the performance level is on par...
The Nuvi 860 will be hitting Europe sometime this May for 600€ a pop. Bluetooth connectivity Voice-guided instructions Speech recognition FM traffic receiver FM transmitter microSD memory card slotIf you're wondering whether the above mentioned specifications sound familiar, that's...
The Palm Centro might have sold a whole bunch, but it still isn't doing enough to drag Palm out of the woods just yet. For those who are contemplating on picking up a Centro, you will be pleased to...
The iWave G4 industrial PDA will be able to rough it out even when you can't go on any longer, offering the following specifications for those working in harsh environments. Processor: Marvell PXA270 312MHz Memory: 64MB RAM, 32MB flash...
Being the man of the house, you are often called upon to do all the yard work, and that includes watering the whole lawn. Why not take the more technologically advanced route with the Remote Rain Water Control? This...
Gresso has just rolled out the Steel series of its Avantgarde Collection, featuring cell phones that boast aircraft steel in a slim package. You will be able to choose from Sol Steel and Luna Steel if you have deep...
LG has just come to an agreement with Kodak, where the latter will supply the former with AMOLED displays for use in cell phones, portable media players, digital photo frames and even smaller TVs. This is good news, as...
The Killer Bee is set to replace the current ScanEagle unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) that is being used by the US Marine Corps and Navy. What the Killer Bee offers is a longer flight time and range - capable...
Since the iPhone was released, there are certain segments who still fantasize about the iPhone nano although that doesn't look as though it will be rolling out anytime soon. Here's an iPhone nano concept for you to ponder over...
Check out this new way of controlling your computer via USB - this tricked out USB joystick has been hacked to interface with new buttons, letting you monitor the contacts via software. Could this herald the return of the...
The Stickybot robotic lizard takes the gecko as its inspiration, and the Pentagon has taken a very strong interest towards it. After all, the military arm of the government hope to have it serve as a spy, worming its...
A press release from a Japanese company managed to trigger the 3G iPhone rumor again, right after Nagoya-based Aiphone revealed that it has been talking to Apple since last summer concerning the right to use the ‘iPhone’ trademark in...
Cricket is one of the smaller American carriers, and the company has just announced that it will be making the Samsung MyShot and Spex cell phones available this Friday (tomorrow). Both of them will be AWS (Advanced Wireless Services)...
Samsung's Access handset will be the first device from AT&T to support their Mobile TV service, in addition to providing one-touch access to AT&T Video Share and AT&T Mobile Music. Other features of this dual-band 3G and quad-band GSM...
The Cyber Smash Grip brings together a couple of accessories in a single package - you get a Wiimote controller grip setup complete with a D-pad thumbstick cover and for some reason unknown to us, an appendage that makes...
Thinkware's iNAVI K2 will definitely appeal to the younger generation in Korea, since its dynamic electronic map that depicts the area in a 3D space representation looks more like a video game than anything else. Some of the features...
The Luna Watch you see here shares some very exquisite construction materials - it is made out of crystal, stainless steel and a Spessartite Garnet. Where's the time, you ask? Well, to know just what hour and minute of...
Check out these cordless phone concepts, known as Colombo One and Colombo Two. Designed by London-based Chauhan Studio, the former stands straight up and pays homage to the early Ericofon of the 1950s and 60s while the latter (as...
The Motorola MING A1800 has pulled a surprise, being a CDMA and quad-band GSM device while featuring a couple of SIM card slots. Yes, this means you can literally carry two phones in one, although it can be a...
If you're going to make a toy, much less a computer for kids, then you'd better make sure it is highly durable to the rigors of inquisitive tots. Apparently OLPC owners aren't too happy with the shoddy workmanship, since...
Kodak's new EASYSHARE M820 and M1020 digital photo frames will feature the new Quick Touch Border function, enabling users to manage their photos straight from the digital photo frame itself without having to hook up to a computer. All...
Talk about a cell phone that can start/stop your heart - not because of its price nor its looks, but just because it comes with a defibrillator built in. Well, that's what the patent says anyway, so we're not...
The I Spy Fisheye Camera helps you add a little bit of artistic license to your images, so what you get for $75 is described below. This Fisheye Camera is an entertaining and interesting way to bring life into...
Bird Electron has just announced the Ezison 0 passive speaker that shares more than a passing resemblance to a fancy belt buckle instead of a speaker. It hooks up to a 3.5mm plug, drawing power from the source itself....
A research team from Swansea in the UK have developed a method to create solar "panel" paint, where when applied in layers to steel cladding will result in conversion of 5% of inbound solar energy to electricity. That does...
Here we are regressing with EGPRS2 technology from Nokia Siemens Networks, taking a break from all those fancy 3G and 4G data news items. EGPRS2 is a subset of the future EDGE Evolution format, improving the practical connection speed...
The OLPC has lost its innocence, as it was only a matter of time before somebody took the time and trouble to overclock it so that the 433MHz speed is relevant to the 21st century instead of being stuck...
High definition has arrived for Samsung digital cameras in the form of the VLUU NV24HD. Some of the features available are :- 2.5" AMOLED display 10.2 megapixel sensor 24mm ultra optical wide 3.6x zoom lens 1,280 x 720p video...
This MP3 player from Thanko can be hand-cranked, ensuring that you get to enjoy your music no matter where you are, and it sure as heck is better than relying on the sun for juice if you're rocking to...
The students at Virginia Tech are a bright bunch, having developed a new system for automobile braking lights that will be able to show whether you are stopping or just slowing down, based on how quickly you jam the...
The KG-DP1 pen does away with the need to type an extensive document, as all you need to do is move the KG-DP1 over the text you want transferred word for word into a Word document. I guess this...
Guess your WiFi-enabled smartphone can now be converted into a mobile WiFi hotspot, thanks to Taproot's new software known as the WalkingHotSpot solution. This software will turn your 3G-accessing smartphone into an impromptu WiFi hotspot, allowing you and others...
Winter is over, but you still want to get your snowboarding kicks in. How are you going to achieve that? Why, the answer is pretty simple - all you need to do is pick up the T-Board and you're...
The Parrot DF7700 digital photo frame allows users to send pictures to it from anywhere in the world thanks to MMS messaging. This nifty little device will debut at next week's CTIA convention in Las Vegas, featuring the following...
Isn't this one of the more far-out USB hub designs you have ever come across? The Asterisco USB hub is bright red in color, featuring an asterisk form factor that has a USB port at the end (four in...
Fans of force feedback peripherals in games will definitely look forward to the Trakonya Mutator - this device is hooked up to your wrist and releases a tiny shock every time you suffer damage in an FPS game. Definitely...
This surge protector will definitely let you know just how much power you're using, since it is ten times larger than normal and comes in a bright red color. This prototype from the Climatised Onjects Project is known as...
The Quicktionary device helps you with your Japanese by providing an instant translation service - all you need to do is run the Quicktionary over a sentence or two of kanji and you will be rewarded with an audio...
The Raven H10 Audio studio workstation might sound promising, but all if offers you is the odd-shaped desk, a monitor stand, a chair, and possibly a couple of audio component boxes. I don't work in the audio industry, so...
Not only does this handset look like the iPhone, it even features a dual-SIM carriage so that you will be able to carry two numbers in a single handset. What are some of the goodies available in exchange for...
The Slide faucet takes a non-traditional approach to turning on the tap, as you will have to move it backward to turn it on as well as regulate its temperature. This offers a clean cut design that will not...
Everyone is looking for a way to keep fit without actually spending more time than they should, and this is where the Vibration Plate Exerciser steps in to help. I'm not too sure if it is effective or not,...
An 81-year-old Australian man relied on a do-it-yourself robotic "suicide booth" to end his life. The Internet was instrumental to this, as he managed to download basic plans for such a machine online, constructing a robot which could shoot...
More leakage from HP - their UMPC 2133 which will go up against Asus' hugely successful Eee PC, will being to ship this April 7th if what the folks at Engadget say are true. They also claim that the...
March 26, 2008
Nokia rolls out the 6300i that offers a fully integrated VoIP client in addition to its GSM cell phone capabilities, providing you with the best of both worlds. Hooking up to an available wireless network is a snap, and...
Check out this new pair of in-ear isolation headphones known as the ProCable iPhone headset. This allows you to not only enjoy your favorite tunes wherever you are (subject to the iPhone's battery life, of course), but it also...
Garmin has a brand new GPS system that does not target road users but pilots instead. The GPSMAP 495 helps pilots by furnishing them with the necessary information required to fly safely from start to finish, courtesy of a...
Samsung has a new digital camera in town, but this one doesn't boast the confidence and swagger of a DSLR mainly because it is but a humble point-and-shoot digital camera. Known as the L210, it will feature the following...
Sanyo has a new projector for you to consider should you prefer to get that instead of a large screen TV for your living room. The XW60 relies on XGA LCD technology, packing everything into a body that measures...
The Dash Express will be released on March 27 via Amazon for $399 a pop, being the first Internet-connected GPS unit from Dash that delivers up-to-date traffic information at a price. The first three months will be free, but...
If you're a collector of Mimobots, heads up! There is a new range of USB flash drives by designer Simone Legno, and these will be released this April 18th at the New York Comic Con event. Currently available for...
RadTech has rolled out its Boosted Mobile headphones that will make you feel as though you are a DJ despite having no idea what a turntable is. Well, if you're knee-deep into music on your cell phone, the Boosted...
The FCC has just made known to all and sundry that Asus' Eee PC 900 will not feature WiMax, GPS or touch screen as predicted - instead, it will come with a multi-touch trackpad just like the one found...
T-shirts are one of the most comfortable apparel ever invented, but this Sketch T-shirt takes things up to another (techno) level by featuring a wipe-clean panel that has a glowing light right under it, letting all and sundry know...
iHome has rolled out its iP47 audio system that requires the iPod (or any other compatible audio player) to complete it. This slick desktop audio solution features Bluetooth connectivity as well, enabling your Bluetooth-enabled handset/PDA/computer to stream audio wirelessly...
AT&T has finally released the BlackBerry Pearl 8120 across all its consumer sales channels, which means business customers aren't the only ones who have access to it. Just to refresh your memory, here are some of the features available...
NTT DoCoMo of Japan has proudly declared that they have successfully field tested a Super 3G wireless network which is capable of achieving downlink speeds of up to 250Mbps - that's excellent considering the technology's theoretical maximum of 300Mbps...
The Footlume rug is definitely something different and new when it comes to floor fashion, functioning as some sort of glowing runway especially during the night when you are prone to stub your toe against a wayward toy or...
The Lexar Professional UDMA Dual-Slot USB Reader comes in an extremely compact form factor, featuring a couple of slots that are revealed when you pop open the device. It is compatible with CF, SD, SDHC and UDMA CF memory...
Silicon Power of Taiwan has just released the Ultima 110 series of USB 2.0 flash drives that comes encased in an attractive and robust aluminum brushed surface, providing an added layer of protection against drops and falls. It features...
Or so that's what they claim anyway - the new 256GB SSD going by the model name FSD56GC25H measures 12.5mm thick, similar to what other taller notebook drives currently are but packing in way more memory. Not only is...
The MyECG E3-80 is a portable ECG recorder and analyzer that was developed by MSI, featuring a flexible recording time including detailed Heart-Rate Variability (HRV) and Cardiac Arrhythmia Analyses. This is not meant to be a home device, targeting...
Motorola announced its new DVB-H Mobile TV DH02 that follows the DH1 introduced at CES and the DH1n introduced at MWC. The new features on this model include a GPS with Tele Atlas maps, a touch screen user interface...
The USB protocol isn't the only that comes with hubs, as HDMI does too. An upcoming effort would be the Medusa HDMI 1.3 hub which is not only compact but pleasing to the eyes as well. Some of the...
Merium Home Theater PC creator Christoffer Nøkleby has boldly and proudly proclaimed that his creation comes with a "sky high wife approval factor." I won't take him at his word, since looking good isn't the only criteria for the...
Motorola has announced that it will split into a couple of publicly traded entities in order to separate its loss-making handset division from its other businesses. This news has been received positively by investors, seeing the Motorola share price...
It seems that Dell and HP are currently experiencing a shortage of laptop batteries, with the main culprit being a recent fire at a major battery supplier. However, both companies are working with other suppliers in order to prevent...
This webcam is modeled after a robot-like persona holding a ball of your choice (choose from a basketball, a soccer ball, a baseball or a pigskin) in it's left hand, bringing a 1.3 megapixel video sensor, a 300k camera...
The Luminous Stylus Handy Strap makes it easier for you to find it even if you're in the most disorganized of bedrooms - all you need to do is leave the light on for a while, turn it off...
Callpod has just rolled out a Bluetooth adapter known as The Drone, which is smart enough to pair itself automatically with your headset or headphones, shaving off approximately half a minute of waiting time and doing away with the...
It has been confirmed the second generation of Asus' Eee PC will receive a touchscreen panel with the possibility of GPS support, with shipments tipped to begin sometime this May or June. The 8.9" computer will probably retail for...
The Nintendo Wiimote has been hacked before to function in tandem with IR-equipped safety glasses, turning your regular Wii controller into some sort of virtual 3D shooter. This time, the entire experience has been upgraded although the 3D wireframed...
Another day, another LCD monitor to look at. The LCD-DTV221 XBR is different from the rest since it not only comes with an HDMI port for you to use it as a TV during your leisure time, it also...
March 25, 2008
Do you find it rather hard to type with the iPhone's onscreen keyboard the first time you use it? Well, just like bicycles and their training wheels, we have the My Touch Keys iPhone screen protector that features cut-out...
Cheap phones aren't good, and good phones aren't cheap - or so that's what conventional wisdom says. These two Samsungs that are headed towards T-Mobile turns that notion around, with the Samsung SGH-T339 and Samsung SGH-T229 looking rather chic...
Sagem, more well known for their budget line of cell phones, but that isn't stopping them from releasing the mydu@l radio700 WiFi Internet radio clock. You won't need any computer to run this, as it will be able to...
Loyola University Medical Center in Illinois will be a pioneer in the world of medicine, being one of the first hospitals in the US to use a Virtual Reality (VR) game to help burn patients in recovering. No, the...
Battery chargers are dime a dozen, and I personally love rocking to my Eneloops. The La Crosse Alpha Power Battery Charger is different though, as the charger itself comes with an LCD display to show you various details like...
Kyocera takes a crack the enterprise market with the Lingo M1000, featuring a form factor that is inspired from Nokia's Communicator line. You will be able to find the following crammed into its 100mm x 50mm x 20mm body....
The Solio Magnesium claims to be the most powerful solar charger in the world, featuring specifications that are nearly twice as impressive as previous models from the Solio line. You get photovoltaic cells, a lithium-ion battery, and an external...
Vodafone has touched the Holy Grail with their 14.4Mbps HSDPA USB Stick, although the uplink remains at 2Mbps. In addition to providing a theoretical 14.4Mbps download speed, this nifty little WAN modem can also fall back to 7.2Mbps, 3.6Mbps...
With the paranoia concerning bird flu in certain countries running high, it is important for various points-of-entry in affected countries to be able to use a system like the VereFlu flu detector. This device comes with STMicroelectronics’ In-Check lab-on-chip...
Hopefully the LG KF300 Wine will be able to age as gracefully as its namesake, but I shall leave the specifications for your perusal and judgement. Tri-Band GSM/GPRS/EDGE Internal display: 2.2? TFT, 240×320 px, 262k color External display: 1.3?,...
Instead of stashing your wallet with cards from various medical laboratories and organizations stating all your medical conditions, wouldn't it be easier to just have the Wallet MediCard hold all that information in a single place? This is a...
Check out the International Dance Party - this flight box is real neat, as it features a radar that is able to detect people dancing, whereby it will then jump into action by dropping its motorized face to unveil...
Somehow I'm not too keen on the idea of having a computer built from wood (its case, that is), but the Ryou collection from Universal Roaming of Japan comprises of six models made from Japanese Judas trees, featuring lacquer,...
Couch potatoes, look out! The ApriPoko robot could be your fiercest rival when it comes to flipping channels, as this robot was developed specifically to operate different remote controls by observing and asking questions. It features sensors that will...
You may be have noticed that since a few months, we have integrated a unique search box on Ubergizmo that is powered by Muchobene. When you enter a question, this unique search engine connects you in real-time to the...
The Easter Bunny has already passed his baton to Santa, so this Egg-shaped MP3 player is a classic case of being a little, too late. I'm sure you're very tired of all the egg puns, but do bear with...
Samsung's i458 cell phone concentrates a whole lot on music, and you can tell by the sound pumping out from it courtesy of B&O's ICEpower audio module. Just make sure that the encoded MP3s you have on your handset...
Polaroid might not be making instant films any more, but that doesn't mean they're pulling themselves out of the digital camera world. The Pixie CKA-00301S is proof of that, shaped after a console controller of sorts for one simple...
The CD Beer Dispenser is the perfect gadget to have in a bachelor's pad, since it can be installed in most kitchen cupboards or even under the sink if you don't want your friends to know about this beauty...
You can't really be too safe these days, considering the amount of people who roam our streets. The MeshSafe B200 backpack is perfect for those who tend to make their way through crowds on a daily basis, as it...
Everyone loves their LEGO, but what about this larger-than-life LEGO brick that is actually an iPod speaker dock? They retail for $25 a pop and comes with an iPod connector at the top, but it doesn't look too stable...
Fujitsu has just rolled out its dark wine FOMA F1100 cell phone that sports the following features :- Windows Mobile 6.0 Standard Operating System 3.6Mbps HSDPA connectivity WiFi connectivity Digital Camera Bluetooth support Fingerprint recognition Security ScannerNo idea on...
A-Data has a couple of new accessories that were specially marketed for the Asus Eee PC crowd - the A-Data S70i USB flash drive and SDHC memory card. After all, the Eee PC could definitely make do with way...
ColorWare, the professional company that has the expertise to spruce up just about any device with a new shade of color will soon extend its services to include Sony's PSP handheld gaming console. April 14th will be the date...
Samsung's latest and greatest handset is the touch screen-capable Anycall Haptic, also known by the model numbers SCH-W420 and SPH-W4200. Featuring a touch sensitive user interface, this nifty little handset will be able to simulate the sense of sight,...
Japanese retailer Aeon Co. has just announced that they will be using a 1.4 meter robot to keep the children entertained as parents peruse the store to make their weekly purchases. These robots will be able to identify the...
Blaupunkt is more famous for their in-car audio than GPS navigation systems, but still that isn't going to stop the company from coming out with the TravelPilot 100, 200 and 300. All three models will feature :- Centrality Atlas...
Korea will be the recipients of the Ripple Tablet Note T8300 from Pixel Lab Korea, and it is powered by Intel's Penryn T8300 2.4GHz processor while featuring the following specifications. Enhanced touch panel that supports stylus and finger use...
Onda has managed to cram in a fair bit of features in the VX767 portable media player, bringing the following features to the table. 4.3" 16:9 true (480 × 272 resolution) widescreen display 400MHZ processor Support for RM, RMVB,...
Western Digital introduces some class into its Passport Elite portable hard drive, featuring a soft-touch finish that makes it easier to hold and does not make you stand out as a geek since it ain't half bad lookin to...
I'm not too sure why women also grow hair in unwanted places, but thankfully for us men there are devices that can be used to remove these unsightly hair growths from strategic places, with the Home Pulsed Light being...
Koreans will be able to get their hands on the Reigncom iRiver NV Life that will take over the iRiver NV which was rolled out last August. Some of the features found on the iRiver NV Life include :-...
The Kahva Coffee Maker is definitely different from what you can currently find in the market, as this bean brewer does have its charms that will perk you up in the mornings even before your tongue savors the sweet,...
Rumors abound that Windows Mobile 6.1 will be made available for all and sundry to upgrade their creaking operating system when April 1st rolls around, although I am highly suspicious of that date and companies making announcements then. Well,...
LG's otherwise normal SH240 cell phone has just received a minor upgrade, featuring a silicon coating on its front that covers the keypad and D-pad as well, providing the user with the feeling of touching an actual "skin" instead...
Your iPod nano might look rather fragile although it will probably hold out pretty well - at least for the first few months of its life. Why take chances against knocks and scratches when you can always dress up...
The Casio W53CA actually comes with LG branding and a whole new Hello user interface, making this a Korea-only handset. Thanks to Casio's expertise in the digital photography department, the rebranded W53CA features a 5.1 megapixel CMOS sensor, 28mm...
You're wondering why has the temperature in the office dropped to freezing levels - was it because of the crummy economic outlook for the coming quarter? Well, to find out exactly where the mercury lies at the moment, there...
Man, is this one of the longer product names that I have ever come across - the Canned Shape Card Reader + 3-port Hub Combo II. As you can tell, it comes in the form factor of a can...
So you're on a long road trip and have actually run out of juice for most of your gadgets. Should they actually be able to be charged from USB, thank the heavens for the 4-Port USB Car Charger. This...
Have you ever wondered just how many miles you have clocked up on that bicycle of yours? Well, wonder no more with the Cycle Odometer. By installing this gadget on your two-wheeler, you no longer need to take the...
March 24, 2008
The Tranquil M one Home Media Server aims to make your life a little bit easier when it comes to catching up with your favorite shows on the telly. Not only is it able to store and protect digital...
Most alarm clocks wake you up only when you ask them to, but the Quantys solar-powered clock also rouses you from your slumber whenever it detects smoke in order to save you from getting roasted in the event of...
Panasonic has already revised its ToughBook 19 rugged tablet PC by ditching the Core Duo U2400 1.06Ghz processor in favor of the Intel Core 2 Duo U7500 1.06GHz processor. The clock speed might be the same, but this new...
Skullcandy has just launched the Full Metal Jacket earbuds that were designed especially for Apple iPhone owners, featuring an aluminium foil in-line microphone cable that slots into your iPhone that allows you to answer calls as well as rock...
The e-Snake electric tilting scooter is powered by lithium ion batteries and features dual rear in-hub electric motors that make it capable of reaching a top speed of 31 mph. It recently participated in the Formula Electric and Hybrid...
Sky Premium (from Pantech) has recently collaborated with a fair number of Korean universities to create a cell phone for 2010, and boy have the students come up with some pretty whacky designs! What you see above is the...
The Illusion PC case will definitely set tongues wagging as you prepare boxes of tissue to wipe drool off the floor. It relies on optical illusion to make it look as though a 3D object inside is hovering without...
I know, I know, it isn't April 1st yet and I shouldn't be pulling off such pranks. Sad to say, the cloners are at it again, this time victimizing the Apple iPod Shuffle 2G by including a much needed...
NEC has rolled out two new mobile projectors, namely the NP100 and NP200. Both of them target SoHo and developing businesses where application is concerned, looking virtually alike while featuring the following :- Contrast ratio of 1,300 to 1...
The iPhone isn't the only handset to receive a clone (or two), as the newly released black 8GB Nokia N95 has just received a cloning treatment, retailing for $161.35 in the Philippines. You get dual cameras where one of...
The Solar Charger ECO is now on sale from Strapya, retailing for $20 or so after conversion. This mini solar charger is attached to your cell phone via a strap, allowing you to charge your handset up to 500...
The Personal Pocket Safe USB flash drive from CHDT Corp. prides itself in being the first "encrypted, epoxy coated, pin-protected smart drive." You get military-grade encryption, a password vault and a track-covering feature that ensures no one will be...
Sony is really going all out to promote Metal Gear Solid 4 for the PS3, as that is one heavy hitter for the Sony console. This time, Sony will be offering the 7.1 channel MDR-DS7000s headphones which feature different...
The Intel NetBook has been given a new name now that it has been launched on an official basis - the 2go PC. Built by CTL, this education-oriented computer will feature the following :- Intel Celeron M processor 915GMS...
The MD Sound KO-GPS4 personal navigation device touts itself to be the first of its kind that features e-book support, although I do doubt that claim. Still, you can't expect too much from $249.99, so make sure that you...
Touch screen displays have been around for quite a fair bit now, but they have never been heated before. Thanks to Glacier Computer, that is now a reality, offering a heated touch screen that will be used in tablet...
Guess it is fashionable these days to come up with an MP3-friendly creation, never mind that they're clothes. The iBoxer from Play Underwear is clearly radical, with a tiny pocket on the left hip to hold the MP3 player...
The iPod is definitely not short when it comes to peripherals, and the iWake Clock Radio from Memorex is another in a long line of such peripherals to be released. Available in blue, purple, and red metallic finishes, you...
Cybernet has just upgraded its new keyboard computer, adding the following to its list of features and specifications :- Support for Core 2 Duo and Core 2 Quad processors GMA X3100 graphics chipset Support for up to 4GB RAM...
The Pinel & Pinel iCase houses your iPod in luxury and comfort during your travels, letting you listen to it without any worry of scratches or knocks. Each case comes with Altec Lansing speakers to ensure decent sound quality...
The Ladybag concept you see here is a smart bag that uses RFID technology to make sure you never leave home without the cell phone, house keys and wallet/purse. After all, those are essential urban tools to have in...
Mario Kart Wii certainly has people wondering whether a steering wheel is really essential to enhance the gaming experience, but regardless of the outcome, Thrustmaster certainly thinks so. After all, they did release the T-GoKart NW steering wheel accessory...
The Kindle looks as though it has received a worthy competitor in the form of the jetBook reader from ECTACO. You get the following for $349.95. 5" grayscale display (bah!) Bookmarking ability Multi-language support MP3 playback SD memory card...
I'm not too sure why Plextor has to roll out both the PX-920SA and PX-B300SA which are able to read Blu-ray and HD DVD discs, with the latter being able to write BD-R discs as well. After all, the...
If you've been holding out for the iLuv i399 iPod speaker dock, your long, agonizing wait is finally over. iLuv will begin to ship it from today onwards, placing the following features at your fingertips. 45W of RMS output...
Toshina is all set to ship its 128GB SSD, where the 1.8" drive will utilize the same multi-level cell (MLC) process as the flash memory used in portable music players, although this time they will use a new controller...
What better way to indulge in your flight simulation hobby than with this completely-restored 1957 Mk. 5 ejection seat? This model is said to withstand up to 40G deceleration loads and comes with a canopy breaker, but since you'll...
Guitar Hero is a pretty big franchise where video games are concerned, and the reality ante is upped with guitar-shaped controllers. Most, if not all, of these are made out of plastic to-date, so fancy some termite food being...
The LongHorn GoGo800 GPS navigation system comes with the following features to ensure you won't get lost even if you have no idea on how to read a map. 3.5" display 20-channel GPS receiver SD/MMC memory card slot Support...
Guess there isn't that much gadget wizardry involved here, but imagine one fine day in the near future where you will be able to manipulate insects (and other biological lifeforms) to print out your own instructions? Sure, a whole...
I'm not too sure if you actually need speakers on a motorbike considering all the road noise that will interfere with your listening experience, but if you insist on picking up the View Gate VMP-300, then who am I...
LG has just rolled out its Flatron LX206WU LCD monitor that supports multi-display configuration, allowing you to hook up to half a dozen monitors simply by connecting a USB cable between those additions. Each monitor ships with a couple...
Both Garmin and Kenwood have come together, with the former agreeing to supply navigation devices on an exclusive basis to Kenwood's line-up of in-dash automotive electronics for this year. They will collaborate when it comes to print, radio and...
Google apparently has a brand new mobile service that they're trying to keep hush hush, but thanks to the resourcefulness of Netizens, we have uncovered this "secret". According to Boy Genius Report, "the Google mobile "LCB" was uncovered by...
Do you find yourself running out of power outlets in hotel rooms whenever you travel? Rage and tear your hair no mote - this octopus-like AC adapter cable that looks as though it is an unwanted Matrix extra enables...
The Lexon Jet Clock series from British industrial designer Theo Williams are definitely something worth looking at (and bringing home if budget permits). Each of these unique digital timepieces feature a electroluminescent backlit dot matrix display which is a...
The see-through information LED concept hopes to phase out standard doors and windows of a subway carriage in the near future, offering even more advertising space to bombard the commuters with. These new displays will feature information and decorative...
Fujitsu has plans to release a new high-performance range of hard drives this June that target notebooks and laptops, bringing up to 320GB of storage space to the table. The MHZ2 BJ series will feature 7,200rpm which is way...
Or so it seems anyway. What you get with this HDCP device from MIU includes the following :- 4" touch screen display at 800 x 480 resolution 1GHz Via processor Dual-boot Windows XP/CE or Linux OS 60GB hard drive...
If you aren't rocking to any timepiece yet, check out the Diesel DZ7086 mens' watch. It comes with a bright dual-color display, featuring blue and green OLED phosphors, showing the current time in traditional numeric formats in addition to...
Dell is quite leaky these days. A new rugged laptop specification found its way out before the official launch. It has a 14” display and obviously resists shocks, dirt and water. It has a GPS chip (it’s built for...
The word on the street is that the Motoming2 A1600 is available in China, although possibly not in quantity. Here are the specs that can be found on the web: GSM/GPRS 2.5G? Wi-Fi Linux OS 3.2 Megapixel Camera aGPSRead...
We’ve send Rearview mirrors that can display movies and have all kinds of multimedia capabilities, but DSUS DS-400GB rearview mirror has a integrated GPS navigation unit that seems equal to many standalone devices. I wonder if that’s the right...
The Asus Eee is cute, but wouldn’t it be nice if it had a shiny finish? Well, Proporta has a crystal case for this computer. The case’s goal is to protect the Asus Eee from scratches and shocks. For...
Note that it is the fully featured Samsung Q1 Vista with an SD Slot and Bluetooth. I personally don’t like it much, mainly because of the odd keyboard, but I thought that you might want to know about this...
We tested the Mio Moov 310. This time, Mio has decided to get rid of all the non-navigation features that are usually present in their devices like MP3 player, video playback or photo browsing.
March 23, 2008
Inflight Internet access we know, but in-car Internet access is still relatively new unless you have the technical know-how to cobble something together. Chrysler will be throwing in this feature to existing vehicles sometime later this year, enabling passengers...
Cycling is a healthy sport, but for those who start off the day right, bubbling with energy to reach their office on a two-wheeler, the day's rigors might just sap you from all your energy, tempting you to take...
The Super Slim USB Mouse might be a hit with travelers, but I don't think it is too good to use in the long run due to ergonomic issues. After all, with just a single button and a scroll...
Google’s Android platform might not be out just yet, but Eric Burke could not contain his excitement to come up with an Android PC of his own, featuring the Android logo which is accompanied by a pair of beady...
The PerioSim is a dental training simulator for budding dentists, making me wonder whether the Nintendo DS' Trauma Center kicked off this idea in the medical world. In this simulator, arealistic 3-D human mouth is shown in real-time, where...
The Meizu M8 now sports a new interface, coming in an all-black form factor complete with a similar color scheme in the user interface. Targeting a China release this August, many people will still associate the Meizu M8 as...
The Prestigio Data Safe II external hard drive comes covered in luxurious leather, featuring a 4200RPM drive inside, 2MB cache and Prestigio's backup software. It measures 62mm × 101mm x 12mm and tips the scales at 110 grams. So...
Xantrex Gateway is a device that was developed specially to gather performance data on rooftop solar electric panels, transmitting information gathered to a computer via WiFi. Devices such as this can be commonly found in large-scale installations at corporations...
The Vye Computer Mini-v S37 UMPC is another competitor in this highly lucrative market, where folks won't mind forking out a little bit extra for unparalled portability. Features of the Mini-v S37 include :- 7" display 800MHz processor 120GB/250GB...
Here's more information on the upcoming MotoZINE ZN5 5-megapixel camera phone. 2.5GSM/GPRS connectivity (bah!) Powered by Montavista Linux 2.6.1 OS Freescale SCM-A11 processor 320 × 240 QVGA display 5 megapixel camera Bluetooth 2.0 +EDR MPEG4 playback Morph keypad Frankly,...
The Asus P750 has just been hacked, seeing its QVGA resolution being given a bump to hit VGA quality, courtesy of Sorg and GreateVK from Asusmobile.ru. The former hopes to release the necessary firmware by this week. Not too...
Guess Motorola has really run dry of ideas since they haven't stopped milking the RAZR franchise for a good four years now, with the FCC recently showing the RAZR V3s. Some of the specifications to be expected are as...
Samsung has teamed up with Nails Inc. to launch the SGH-G600 Belle slider handset in the UK, available on an exclusive basis from Phones4u. This special edition will see the G600 adorned in a sleek purple color, and each...
Guess copy protection is already a cat-and-mouse game, with every copy protection technique introduced to date being subsceptible to cracks in due time, as proven by the latest release of SlySoft AnyDVD which does away with Blu-ray's vaunted BD+...
The world record for solving a Rubik's Cube currently stands at 9.18 seconds, so if you think you have what it takes to equal or break that record but haven't yet done so due to a cranky old Rubik's...
I'm such a bad cook that I can even burn water, but the Izona CookSurface has renewed my interest in cooking simply because it looks gorgeous. Gone are the traditional, boring designs of a gas hob, as the CookSurface...
I think it is a very fine line that devices like the Myka treads, since it makes torrent downloading a whole lot easier as long as it remains hooked up to the Internet via LAN or WiFi. Available in...
Here's a quick look at the upcoming Motorola VU30, and unfortunately other than its oval buttons, nothing much else is known about it. Looks set to be another mediocre clamshell handset that will probably be unable to reverse Motorola's...
Dell is packing some serious tech in its new Latitude E-series line, with the E6400 an E6500 spearheading the cause. Both of these models will be the first in their class that feature LED-backlit displays, where the 14" E6400...
Night cyclists have a much higher risk of being knocked down due to lowered visibility whenever vampires come out to roam, but the Tong City Bike concept could make life a whole lot safer for both the cyclist and...
Windows users who have iTunes or QuickTime might have noticed recently that the Apple Software Update comes with an uninvited guest this time round - the new Safari 3.1. Do you think this kind of tactic will actually be...
Check out this mesh-looking T-shirt from Nihon Uni of Japan - it apparently offers protection against knives, but only for slash attacks as they can still be punctured if a knife is plunged directly into it. Meant to offer...
If you're a collector of limited edition consoles (what an expensive hobby), then prepare yourself for the GTA IV Xbox 360. This limited edition console from Microsoft will come with a custom painted GTA IV image on the Xbox...
Teclast's announcement of the Meizu M26 brings our attention to the following features :- Widescreen 2.6" WQVGA display at 400 x 240 resolution Capacitive touch screen technology Compatible with RMVB, RM, FLV, AVI video Support fo TV outputNo idea...
One of the MacBook Air's weakest point is the fact that there is only one accessible USB port, leaving you to have an ugly USB hub connected to it should you want to hook up more than a single...
Now isn't this something - a drum machine robot that samples a particular sound, ensures it goes through some sort of quality control before coming up with its own little rhythms to get you grooving. So they say that...
Just as we thought - Acer would not be joining in on the game console market. An Acer representative mentioned that "Acer is not going to release any game console but the idea is to develop a high-end PC...
A Macroswiss Spybot 6x6 is currently in the works for the US Army, featuring an improved payload capacity (quadruple its own weight) despite coming in a form factor that can be stuffed down a backpack, making it available to...
The Asus Splendid HD1 video enhance card touts to increase picture quality for HD content, delivering a more vivid colored visual output in sharper detail. Asus claims that the Splendid HD1 will even boost lower resolution inputs by "recovering...
Sony's Alpha A900 full-frame digital camera is set to arrive sometime this August or September, featuring a whopping 24.6 megapixels in total to capture images of the environment and people around you. Other than the insanely high megapixel count,...
March 21, 2008
Sprint and Telus look set to receive the upcoming BlackBerry Curve 8830 that will feature GPS navigation, accompanying the original GSM model in the process. Other than the addition of GPS functionality, word has it that RIM will also...
Cell phones aren't exactly the best platform when it comes to mobile gaming, but at least they keep you occupied instead of staring at the passenger sitting opposite you during your everyday commute. Namco Bandai has just released Paper...
Palm might have sold a truckload of Palm Centros (and then some) over the past quarter, but they are still in the red, posting a loss that amounts up to double digit millions. The company doesn't look any closer...
The Asus M50 entertainment notebook will come in a couple of variants - the M50Sv-B1 model features an Intel Core 2 Duo T8100 1.2GHz processor and a HD DVD optical drive (what the?!) while the M50Sv-A1 has a T9300...
Now take a look at this and tell me with a straight face that it isn't a thing of beauty. The custom-built Xbox 360 Arcade Controller features high quality innards from Sanwa and Seimitsu, accompanied by LED backlighting behind...
The GPS Ranger now features American Sign Language support, making virtual tours of places more accessible to the deaf and hard-of-hearing, augmented by the present captioning option. Some of the features include :- Self-guided visitor experience Supports multiple languages...
HP just introduced its Pavilion dv3000 notebook that features a 13.3" display and comes with the following features :- Based on Intel Centrino technology A wide range of Intel Core 2 Duo processors NVIDIA GeForce 8400M GS 256MB video...
I like working with schedules and timetables as they make life a whole lot more easier. T-Mobile has done the same with a timetable concerning the rollouts of the BlackBerry Pearl 8120 (finally0 and the 8820 as well, with...
If you're curious about how the G10 ultra mobile PC looks like, then here are a couple of angled shots to help tease you further. Word has it that the G10 will not surpass the $500 price point, and...
The Averatec 2575 ultra portable notebook is extremely pocket friendly, retailing for $1,099.99 while featuring the following :- 12.1" WXGA widescreen display 1.3 megapixel webcam 250GB hard drive 2GB RAM AMD Turion 64 X2 2.2GHz dual-core processor 802.11b/g connectivity...
XM-I of Singapore are keeping themselves occupied as they have just revealed information on a wireless version of the next generation X-mini Capsule Speaker. There is no word on whether this new speaker will rely on Bluetooth or radio...
Toshiba has just unveiled the Cosmic Shiner handset which is actually a standard FanFun 815T cell phone that comes studded with diamonds. There will only be a thousand of these available, which means they will be highly sought after....
Searching for a WiFi hotspot is something everybody does these days with the proliferation of WiFi-enabled devices, especially if you aren't rocking to an unlimited 3G plan. The Digital Hotspotter HS-20 from Canary Wireless helps you do so without...
This Frankenstein of a creation is actually the amalgamation between a Spectrum ZX and a Toshiba Libretto 110. The latter retains its processor, but both the lower case and keyboard has been replaced with ZX hardware. It is easy...