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March 31, 2008

Fastest Internet Connection Dries Laundry

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...

MyGuide Has Trio Of GPS Systems

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 GPS Locator Service

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...

Okoro ZX100 HTPC

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...

New NEC 7-inch LCD Module

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...

Pleo Gets 1.1 Update

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...

iPass Launches iPassConnect

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...

Sony PSP Dual Analog

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...

Nike+Sportsband Now Available

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...

`Mini Tritium Glowing Keychain

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...

Massaging Backpack

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...

Sega Toys i-Spin Speaker Robot

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...

Hitachi CPX3 3LCD Projector

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...


Real-time 3D Maps For Soldiers

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...

AMD to Start a Price War, not a Chip War

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...

A Million Palm Centro Sold

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 Wants to Connect Small Devices to Big Displays

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 Z750a

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...

Flower Filament Concept

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 Charge Base 2

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...

Motorola Z9 At CTIA

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,...

AVerTV Hybrid Volar MAX

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...

Keychain Universal TV Remote Control

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 Bring enV2

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?...

Black GSM Palm Centro Official

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...

Self-Inflating Tire

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 New Concepts

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 NAS 7800 Is Super Slim

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...

Pwnage iPhone Unlocking Tool

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 Elite AF Webcam

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...

Asus Eee with Windows XP Coming in the First Half of April

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...

SEGA Robotic Chick is Cute, Cheap

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...

Casio GzOne Survives Abuse from Wired

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…...

MSI VR340 Notebook is Plain, Hopefully Cheap

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...

Digital Photo to DVD Converter

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...

HTC Manilla Customized Interface

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 Crosscage Concept Bike

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...

Cup Concept PC

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 BlackBerry Curve 8830

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 V10 PMP

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...

Moto Q9c and Q9c Lime from Alltel

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 Rolly Now In Black

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...

Sub-$300 3G iPhone is the Bomb

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...

New Kyocera Printhead Technology

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...

iPod mini on Sale

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...

HTC Touch Known As XV6900

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...

Apple TV 2.0.1 woes point Fingers On 5GHz Wireless Issue

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

Akva Sound Musical Waterbed

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...

Garfield MP3 Player

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...

Palm Centro Going Cheap

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...

Oxygen Doghouse

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...

LG LH5000 Ice Cream Phone

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...

BMW Hydrogen 7

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...

3D Holographic Dashboard

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 Line Up Is Weatherproof

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 Tracks Backup Data With GPS

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...

Vintage Tin Robot Concept Watch

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 On T3 Electric Scooters

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...

Wii Wheel Priced

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...

Nokia N810 WiMAX Edition

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...

Asus Eee Desktop Coming

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...

BlackBerry 9000 Has New UI

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...

Snow Used To Cool Down Building

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...

Sprint Could Get Treo 800w

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 Looks For Handwriting Recognition Engineer

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...

GPS To Track Felons

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...

Asus Eee PC 4G XP Hits Best Buy

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...

New Build of iPhone 2.0 Beta

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...

Vivitar DVR565HD On A Budget

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

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)...

Beamz Music Performance System

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...

Packbot Controlled By Wiimote

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...

Motorola Z9 Launches in April

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...

Naja King Holds Up iPhone

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...

LG Vu Specs Leaked

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...

Ninja Strike from eyeSight

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...

CLEF System Concept

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

Dell Inspiron 1525 has Blu-ray

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...

Sonic Screwdriver for Secret Messages

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...

3Rsystem R240 Grace HTPC Case

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 iXoft Notebook Carrying Bag

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...

Vestax Guber CM-02 USB Turntable

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 Ergo Unveiled

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 takes Fitness Route

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...

SATA HDD Dock with Hub

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...

Soundwagon Portable Record Player

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...

DoCoMo Demos Molecular Delivery System

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...

Wiimote Extreme LED Mod

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

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 into USB Flash Drives

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...

iZ3D 22" LCD Monitor Review

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

Army Soldier Suit Resurrected

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,...

Water-free Urinals in Japan

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...

Drum Table Plays It Loud

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...

iRobot Modded to handle All Terrain

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...

Zero Electric Bike

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...

Nuvi 860 hits Europe

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...

Black GSM Palm Centro Coming

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...

iWave G4 is a Toughie

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...

Remote Rain Water Control

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...

Steel Series from Gresso

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 Inks Deal With Kodak

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...

Killer Bee for the Military

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...

More iPhone nano Concepts

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...

Hacked USB Interface

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...

Stickybot Robotic Lizard

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...

3G iPhone Rumor Yet Again

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 announces MyShot and Spex

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)...

AT&T Heralds Samsung Access

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...

Cyber Smash Grip

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 iNAVI K2

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...

Luna Watch is Exotic

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...

Colombo Cordless Phone Concept

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...

Motorola MING A1800

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...

OLPC Keyboard Fails Stress Test

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 Quick Touch Border Feature Arrives

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...

Phone Defibrillator Patent

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...

I Spy Fisheye Camera

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 Ezison 0 Passive Speaker

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....

Solar Panel Paint Created

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...

Nokia Seimens Networks Unveils EGPRS2

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...

OLPC Overclocked

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...

Samsung VLUU NV24HD Digital Camera

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...

Cranking MP3 Player

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...

Smart Brake Lights designed by Students

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...

KG-DP1 Pen

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...

Taproot offers Mobile WiFi

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...

T-Board snowboards on Pavement

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...

Parrot DF7700 is Cell Phone Friendly

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...

Asterisco USB Hub

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...

Trakonya Mutator

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...

Surge Protector Gets The Message Across

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...

Quicktionary Helps with your Japanese

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...

Raven H10 Audio Studio Workstation

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...

iPhone Clone Takes in 2 SIMs

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...

Slide Faucet Concept

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...

Vibration Plate Exerciser

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,...

Robot Assisted Suicide

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...

HP UMPC 2133 Specs Leaked

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 6300i

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...

ProCable iPhone Headset

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 GPSMAP 495

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 launches L210 Digital Camera

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 XW60 Projector

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...

Dash Express Released

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...

Tokidoki Mimobot Collection

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 Boosted Mobile Headphones

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...

FCC reveals Multi-Touchpad for Eee PC 900

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...

Sketch T-Shirt

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 iP47 Audio System

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 Launches BlackBerry Pearl 8120

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...

Super 3G Tested Successfully

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...

Footlume Lights Up Your Life

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...

Lexar Professional UDMA Dual-Slot USB Reader

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...

Ultima 110 USB Flash Drive

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...

Super Talent SSD is the Thinnest

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...

MyECG E3-80 Portable ECG

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 Mobile TV DH02

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...

Medusa HDMI 1.3 Hub

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

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 Splits into Two

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...

Laptop Battery Shortage on the Horizon

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...

MPC-095 Sporty Webcam

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...

Luminous Stylus Handy Strap

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 reveals The Drone

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...

Touchscreen Panel Official in Eee PC

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...

Wiimote Head Tracking Shooter

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...

LCD-DTV221 XBR

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

My Touch Keys

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 Samsungs from T-Mobile

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 mydu@l radio 700

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...

VR Game Reduces Pain in Burn Patients

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...

La Crosse Alpha Power Battery Charger

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 Lingo M1000

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....

Solio Magnesium

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 14.4Mbps HSDPA USB Stick

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...

VereFlu Flu Detector

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...

LG KF300 Wine Details Leaked

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?,...

Wallet MediCard

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...

International Dance Party

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...

Ryou Wooden PC

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,...

ApriPoko Robot Operates Remote Controls

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...

Muchobene: the Instant Human Search

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...

Egg-shaped MP3 Player

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 i458 DAP Phone

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...

Pixie CKA-00301S for Kids

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...

CDA Beer Dispenser

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...

MeshSafe B200 For Peace of Mind

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...

Retro Block iPod Speaker

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 FOMA F1100

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 Targets Asus Eee PC

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...

PSP to get ColorWare Treatment

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 Anycall Haptic

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,...

Robot to Babysit Children

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 Launches TravelPilot Series

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...

Ripple Tablet Note T8300 hits Korea

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 VX767 Portable Media Player

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 Passport Elite

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...

Hair Removal System

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...

Reigncom iRiver NV Life in Korea

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 :-...

Kahva Coffee Maker Concept

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,...

Windows Mobile 6.1 Release Date

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 SH240 Gets Some Skin

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...

Factron Quattro iPod nano Jackets

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...

LG Casio W53CA Cell Phone

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...

USB Hygro-Thermometer

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...

Canned Shape Card Reader + 3-port Hub Combo II

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...

4-Port USB Car Charger

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...

Cycle Odometer

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

Tranquil M one Home Media Server

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...

Quantys Solar Alarm Clock

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 ToughBook 19 Updated

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 Full Metal Jacket Earbuds

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...

e-Snake Electric Tilting Scooter

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 Releases Concept Handsets

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...

Illusion PC Case

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...

iPod Shuffle Has LCD Display

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 Unveils NP-Series Mobile Projectors

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...

Black 8GB Nokia N95 cloned

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...

Solar Charger ECO

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...

Personal Pocket Safe

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...

Metal Gear Solid 4 Headphones

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...

Intel NetBook known as 2go PC

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...

MD Sound KO-GPS4

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...

Glacier Computer Heated Touchscreen

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...

iBoxer from Play Underwear

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...

Memorex iWake Clock Radio

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 Keyboard Computer Upgraded

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...

Pinel & Pinel iCase

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...

Ladybag Concept relies on RFID

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...

Thrustmaster Steering Wheel for Wii

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...

ECTACO jetBook Reader

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...

Plextor Unveils Hybrid Drives

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...

iLuv Ships i399

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...

Toshiba Low-Cost 128GB SSD

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...

1957 Mk. 5 Ejection Seat

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...

Wood Guitars for your Console

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...

LongHorn GoGo800 GPS Navigation System

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...

Insect Printer Idea

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...

View Gate VMP-300 Motorbike Speakers

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 Flatron LX206WU

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...

Garmin and Kenwood Team Up

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...

Hidden Google Mobile Service Uncovered

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...

T-AD4BK AC Adapter Cable

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...

Lexon Jet Clock Series

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...

See-through Information LEDs

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 to offer 320GB HDD

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...

MIU HDCP comes with Kitchen Sink

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...

Diesel DZ7086 Watch for Men

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 E6400 ATG Rugged Laptop

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...

Motoming2 A1600 Available in China Before Launch?

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...

Rearview Mirror with GPS Navigator

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...

Asus Eee Crystal Case from Proporta

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...

Samsung Q1 Ultra at $749 on Amazon.com

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...

Mio launches the Moov product line – Mio Moov 310 Review

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

Internet Access From Chrysler

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...

Twist Freedom DX

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...

Super Slim USB Mouse

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...

Android PC Auctioned Off

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...

PeioSim For Budding Dentists

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...

Meizu M8 Has New Interface

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...

Prestigio Data Safe II

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

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...

Vye Computer Mini-v S37 UMPC

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...

More On MotoZINE ZN5

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,...

Asus P750 Cracked

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...

Motorola RAZR V3s On The FCC

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 SGH-G600 Belle

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...

BD+ Copy Protection Cracked

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+...

Speed Cubing Kit

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...

Izona CookSurface

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...

Myka BitTorrent Device

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...

Sneak Peek Of Motorola VU30

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 Has New Latitudes

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...

Tong City Bike Concept

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...

Apple Forcing Safari 3.1 For Windows Users?

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...

T-shirt Goes One Up On Knives

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...

Limited Edition GTA IV Xbox 360

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 Meizu M26

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...

MacBook Air USB Hack

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...

DIY Drum Machine Robot

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...

No Acer Game Console

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...

Macroswiss Spyrobot 6x6

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...

Asus Splendid HD1 Video Enhance Card

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 Alpha A900 Coming This Year

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, Telus to get Curve 8830 with GPS

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...

Paper Planes game head for Cell Phones

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...

Treo 800w Not Available Till Summer

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...

Asus M50 Entertainment Notebook

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...

Custom-built Xbox 360 Arcade Controller

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...

GPS Ranger does Sign Language

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 Pavilion dv3000 Unveiled

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...

T-Mobile BlackBerry Schedule

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...

G10 Sneak Peek

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...

Averatec 2575 Notebook

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 goes Wireless

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...

Cosmic Shiner from Toshiba

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....

Canary Digital Hotspotter HS-20

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...

Spectrum ZX Laptop

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...

Emirates allows Inflight Cell Phone Calls

Emirates claims to be the first airline in the world to allow passengers to make authorized cell phone calls while in the air, with the Airbus A340 heading towards Casablanca from Dubai being the benefactor of such an honor....

Washup Concept Saves Water

Here's yet another idea that helps you save water - the Washup concept features a washing machine that is placed right on top of a porcelain throne, recycling waste water from the clothes washing cycle to flush down whatever...

Eco_Drop Shower Concept

The Eco_Drop shower concept features concentric circles on the floor which will rise up should you spend more time than you should in the shower (and hence wasting more water), making sure that the discomfort your feet experience will send...

Goodmans GWF101IP Clock Radio Alarm

The Goodmans GWF101IP clock radio alarm is something everyone should look forward to every morning instead of the incessant buzzing of a standard alarm clock. This nifty little device is capable of playing back tunes from your iPod, while...

Text Messaging on Qantas Flights

Those taking domestic flights on Qantas can enjoy sending and receiving text messages as well as emails sometime in the near future. The trial lasting from April till January next year involves a Boeing 767 that has been fitted...

Nyko Front Man Wireless Guitar

The Nintendo Wii has just received another peripheral in the form of the Front Man Wireless Guitar from Nyko. Fully compatible with Guitar Hero III, it rides on the Wiimote for wireless power and connectivity. Some of the features...

Pentagon to develop Contact Lenses

Going to battle with some sort of bulky headgear might be cool, but it certainly won't add to the overall stealth of a soldier. The Pentagon has decided to push the limits of engineering, by looking for "information on...

Shock Pocket adds jolt to Friendships

The Shock Pocket is one interesting game that works best between 2 to 4 players, measuring a pocket-friendly 2.5cm x 10.5cm x 6cm. Meant for use as group entertainment, all gamers are supposed to take a spot around the...

Artificial Muscles can Grow

Researchers in California have truly defied logic by developing an artificial muscle that can actually expand to over 200% whenever electricity is applied to it. This is made possible by using carbon nanotubes, giving it properties of durability that...

Zeemote Controller

Want to play with your favorite cell phone games wirelessly? That can be achieved with the new Zeemote JS1 controller (read our Zeemote Review) that measures 3.7" x 1.4" x 0.8", tipping the scales at a mere 1.7 ounces....

Plantronics Explorer 370

The Plantronics Explorer 370 Bluetooth headset is no ordinary model, as it is tough in every way possible, being not only resistant to water, but shock and dust as well. This nifty headset waas put through the paces by...

March 20, 2008

Phantom Keystroker for Laughs

Make early preparations for April Fool's day with the Phantom Keystroker. It looks like any other circuit board, but in reality it wreaks havoc on your victim's life. The Keystroker is hooked up to any available USB port on...

NZXT Tempest Gaming Chassis

The NZXT Tempest Gaming Chassis is one mean looking PC case, featuring half a dozen fans that ensures every single processor inside will remain cool, thanks to superior airflow generated. In detail, the fans consist of two 120mm intake...

Samsung Muse heads for Alltel

The Samsung Muse handset is now available form Alltel, featuring the following specifications for your perusal :- MP3 playback 64MB internal memory 2 megapixel camera with video recording capability GPS navigation Stereo Bluetooth connectivity Access to XM Mobile Radio...

Philips DVDR5570H DVD Player

The Philips DVDR5570H DVD player will come in two flavors - 120GB and 250GB which retail for €399 and €499, respectively. You will definitely wonder what kind of newfangled technology or features are included in this new DVD player...

Madonna Releases Album on Cell Phones

Madonna isn't out of the game yet despite her reaching the magical 50 mark where biological age is concerned. In fact, she is hip enough to keep up with the times, releasing her new album for cell phones one...

KEF Egg Speakers are Edible

The KEF Egg speakers you see here is a much smaller replica of the British company's famous 3000-series KHT home theater speakers, and what's interesting is it is made up of chocolate so you will be able to give...

StereoStone Fountain Speaker

The StereoStone Fountain Speaker is a marriage of convenience, bringing together a piece of garden decor and audio playback courtesy of its 250-watt, 8" dual voice coil speaker, concealed within a water fountain. It boasts a wrought iron-look and...

RAmos RM955 Portable Media Player

The RAmos RM955 portable media player looks elegant and sleek enough to be a cell phone, and it comes with the following features :- 2.8" touch screen QVGA display at 320 x 240 resolution Bluetooth connectivity Support for AVI,...

FLYIT Helicopter Simulator

Flying a helicopter might look easy to you, but then again all you ever learnt about flying was from the PlayStation. The FLYIT Helicopter simulator allows budding pilots to spend most of their time flying to maintain and even...

Apple Autostereoscopic 3D Hardware

It seems that Apple is currently working on autostereoscopic 3D hardware that aims to produce 3D images which can be viewed by everyone around without the need for special glasses or headgear. This reminds me of the 3D projection...

Shoe that Lights Up

And no, I don't mean smoking. The Pioneer shoe is one footwear that works great when worn long after the sun has gone down, since it converts mechanical movement and energy from walking into electric power. Electricity is harvested...

Cyborg Bugs Longer Lasting Now

Just like Duracell bunnies, scientists working for the Pentagon have finally managed to develop insect cyborgs that are able to last a whole lot longer, making them useful for recon missions without being detected by the enemy. Part of...

Dell Latitude E-series coming this June

This June will be pretty interesting as Dell's Latitude E-series will be arriving then. This information volunteered by Engadget also showed that these new systems will ship with Intel's new Centrino 2 processors in a brushed-metal surface notebook that...

Japanese Graves hooked up to Internet

You know a country is really, really advanced when even QR codes can be found on graves. This populous country has seen QR codes being used in nearly everything and everywhere, and this time even the dead are not...

MGS4 PS3 Bundle in Japan

Japanese gamers will be able to lay their hands on the MGS4 PS3 bundle that will hit your wallet for massive damage. It isn't made out of steel, although the console is steel-colored and will be accompanied by a...

Internet made easy for Sprint Customers

Customers of Sprint will be able to do a little jig knowing that the wireless carrier will employ an open Internet model by launching an enhanced mobile Web browsing experience on virtually all Web-capable Sprint phones. This means Sprint...

Samsung has 2 New Hoovers

It makes me wonder whether such sexy mums exist at home, dressed to the nines while performing housework with the latest Hoovers from Samsung. Not too sure why the model is sitting on the floor with the vacuum cleaner...

Hotdog Temperature Monitor

The Hotdog Temperature monitor ensures that your little pooch does not overcook itself while you carelessly leave it inside your car under the hot Vegas sun. Whenever the mercury goes over a preset temperature, the unit will automatically wind...

Sony PS3 gets new Firmware Update

There is a new firmware update in town coming your way for the PS3, and this is touted to be the best one yet. Sony will allow the PS3 to play BD-Live titles (also known as Blu-ray Profile 2.0),...

Google Phone is Dream-y

As its release date draws nearer, more and more details concerning HTC's Google phone are starting to surface. We do know that it will be called "Dream", featuring a touch screen display, a large QWERTY keyboard for comfortable typing...

Mude Portable LED Lamp

The Mude portable LED lamp is definitely something different compared to what's available on the market, as it provides the option to mix and match both colors and designs according to your whim and fancy. It does look like...

FCC does the Citi Phone

The FCC has made it known that a phone known as the Plus II from the Citi brand (manufactured by Mobicom) actually exists on this terra firma. Thing is, will this be one of those banking handsets from Citibank...

ZJ268 Cell Phone from Hell

One might think that the devil had a hand when it comes to the ZJ268 cell phone that claims to have a legendary 666 days of standby time. Now I would most certainly say that this is but a...

Transformer Concept Phone

This Transformer concept phone by Shkinder Maxim is a wondrous thing, as it wears many hats. Capable of functioning as a cell phone primarily, the Transformer concept phone also doubles up as a photo/video camera, a multimedia player, a...

LG LH2300 loves the Internet

The iPhone offers one of the best surfing experiences to date where cell phones are concerned, but the LG LH2300 is a genuine contender. Check out its specifications below :- 3" touch screen display at 800 x 480 resolution...

March 19, 2008

Eyeport Trains Your Eyes

The Eyeport device is meant to improve your visual performance by virtue of being an electronic vision training system. It brings together sound, color and light to help optimize your eyes' ability to aim, track, focus and work together...

Banpresto DangerBomb Clock

Do you have a keen eye and a quick mind? The Banpresto DangerBomb Clock definitely adds a twist when it comes to keeping the alarm clock quiet during those drowsy mornings. DangerBomb Clock from Banpresto is an alarm clock...

CardioNet Mobile Cardiac Recorder

CardioNet has just introduced its Mobile Cardiac Telemetry Monitor Recorder that can be hooked up to the Internet, where doctors can then monitor patients 24/7 thanks to a tiny sensor worn by the patient as he/she resumes with a...

Surveillance Lamp

Per Emanuelsson and Bastian Bischoff have come up with this Surveillance Lamp that sends crossed messages to your mind the first time you lay eyes on it. At first, you will probably think that this is one super paranoid...

Beautiful Times Clock

Who doesn't cherish their treasured moments? The Beautiful Times clock helps etch those memories in your mind with its extremely unconventional design, featuring LCD numbers that seemingly "float" above a wooden block. What makes this clock unique is the...

Ice Cube Maker Machine

It can be rather embarassing to run out of ice cubes at home whenever you're hosting guests, which is why the Ice Cube Maker Machine is always a good idea. In just 10 minutes, this sucker is able to...

Cell Phone Microscope

We've seen cell phone telescopes in the past, but those certainly can't be used for medical purposes. This 60x cell phone microscope was designed by researchers at the University of California, Berkeley which provides an affordable and reliable method...

Gumball Machine Phone

The Dubble Bubble gumball machine phone helps keep your kid occupied for a whole three seconds as a toy, but it can also be used as an actual phone. Whenever there is an incoming call, circus music will start...

Solar Powered Alarm Clock

Now I know that solar power is renewable (at least until our sun explodes and engulfs the earth), but isn't a solar-powered alarm clock taking things a little too far? It might be more suitable for camping purposes, but...

Nokia E90 Blings Up

Peter Aloisson is back with a vengeance - he has just blinged up the Nokia E90 business handset that features 408 diamonds and an 18-carat white gold casing. How much are you willing to part with this blinged up...

GEAR4 AirZone FM Dock

Everyone knows that the iPod fails when it comes to receiving an FM transmission - thankfully there is a host of third party manufacturers who have come up with their own FM transmitters. The GEAR4 AirZone FM Dock is...

R/C Rubber Duck

I remember spending hours in the bathtub with a yellow rubber duck, using my hand and imagination to bring this little quack to water-based adventures. Fast forward to the 21st century and we have the R/C Rubber Duck that...

Aaeon Boxer AEC-6095

The Aaeon Boxer AEC-6095 is a fanless computer that is powered by Intel's Celeron processors, with a choice between Windows XP Embedded or Windows CE, depending on your preference. Meant to be mounted in vehicles, the AEC-6095 features PCI...

GEAR4 JumpSuit Shield

Offer some much needed protection for your precious iPod nano G3 with the GEAR4 JumpSuit Shield. This protective case comes with a skidproof dent, ensuring even the most buttered fingers on earth won't be able to accidentally let it...

Funky Mobile Concept

Check out the Magic Mirror cell phone concept that hides all the internal electronics within the glass sphere, where two displays show all the relevant information when and where required. Animated realistic changes between chronometer, magnifying glass, mirror, compass,...

Rolleiflex MiniDigi AF5.0

The Rolleiflex MiniDigi AF5.0 is a modern update over the traditional 1929 Rollei 6x6 camera, ushering it to the digital age with 5 megapixels of image goodness. The chrome and aluminum trim have been retained in order to pay...

Philips has new Streamium Range

Philips has just rolled out a slew of products from its Streamium wireless music range, consisting of the Philips WACS7500 core hub and its WAS7500 satellites, the WAS6050 wireless music station, and the Philips NP1100 network player. The Philips...

Plans for Dell Latitude XT

There is word released regarding plans for the Dell Latitude XT that is tipped to arrive sometime this November, shipping with the latest Intel Montevina chipset - also known as Centrino 2 for those who are less crazy about...

Pix-L UMPC Concept

The Pix-L UMPC concept you see here is a beauty to behold, and targets those who feel the need to check out the Internet the moment they wake up. It comes with an alarm clock dock to help rouse...

Time Machine recognizes USB Drives

It seems that the latest Airport Extreme firmware update (v7.3.1) enables Time Machine to recognize USB storage devices connected to it. Guess the Time Machine to AirDisk feature of Leopard might finally be a reality, and an economical one...

USB Gadget Display

The USB Gadget Display sports a 2" color LCD display which connects to your computer via what else but USB. Compatible with both Vista and Windows XP SP2, there are dozens of options to display clocks, processor and RAM...

Philips GoGear SA52 PMP

You've heard of video upscaling in Blu-ray, now-defunct HD DVD and high end DVD players. Enter the Philips GoGear SA52 PMP that does upscaling on the audio front, claiming that its embedded digital signal processor is smart enough to...

Guitar Grip for DS

Nintendo DS (Lite) owners, rejoice! If you are envious of your friends who own home consoles and have been rocking to Guitar Hero all the while, weep no more. Guitar Hero on Tour that will be released this summer...

Robotic Crab made from Lego

Lego bricks are outlets of creativity not only for children, but adults as well. This prototype robot crab made from Lego Technic bricks is the precursor for similar automated beings in the future that will be used for underwater...

Gefen USB to DVI Graphics Adapter

The USB to DVI Graphics Adapter from Gefen allows you to make use of idle USB ports on your computer to hook up to additional monitors which can then be configured to be your primary display or an extended...

Flash AppleTV Interface

The AppleTV interface is something that is very easy to use, and Paul Yanez has had some free time to convert that multimedia interface into the Flash format, which is capable of showing video from all over the Web...

Swiss Peace Knife

Now this is a total U-turn from the traditional Swiss Army Knife that features a whole bunch of sharp and pointed ends that might even harm others. The Swiss Peace Knife that you see here removes all sorts of...

Philips HTS8140 Ambisound Soundbar

The Philips HTS8140 Ambisound Soundbar is an all-in-one home cinema sound solution, specially angled to match Philips' own Ambilight flat TVs so that your living room will be aesthetically harmonized. In addition to a flatter speaker system with refinement...

Red Zune 80 Customizable Now

Microsoft has discreetly restored its red version of the Zune 80, expanding the company's Zune Originals customization service to include this model. Previously available as a Valentine's Day model only, those who missed the boat the last time round...

Abit Photo Frame Prints As Well

CeBIT 2008 might be over, but here's a digital photo frame from Abit that does things a little bit different - it integrates a photo printer inside, allowing you to print just about any photo you fancy that is...

Opera for Helio Ocean is Official

Finally, an Opera browser for the Helio Ocean has just been made official, courtesy to pressure and demand from the Ocean user community. Known as Opera Mini, this browser can be downloaded via Helio’s Web Portal. This Opera version...

ECS makes G10IL Official

ECS has launched its G10IL notebook to make it official, and this means Asus' Eee PC has yet another rival to challenge its throne. The ECS offering is powered by Intel's Atom processor, and features 3G support which is...

Eye-Fi Card Goes Under the Knife

Ever wondered what is inside the Eye-Fi SD memory card? Well wonder no more, as IkonTools has just taken one of those and placed it under a skilful surgeon's knife, revealing it's innards for all and sundry to see....

Getac PS535E Rugged GPS PDA

Butter fingers, listen up! Here's a rugged, tough-as-nails GPS-enabled PDA known as the Getac PS535E that will help keep your heart beating even when you accidentally drop the device on a concrete floor. Features include :- Windows Mobile 5.0...

Ion U-Record

So you still have your vinyl collection from way back, and want to convert them into something more modern like the MP3 format. With the Ion U-Record, that is possible since the box comes with its own preamp and...

Western Digital Caviar SE16 Ships

Western Digital's latest hard drive, the Caviar SE16 has begun to ship. You will get up to 640GB of storage space thanks to 320GB-per-platter technology used inside. This new Caviar SE16 drive is versatile as it is equally at...

Toshiba Has New Satellite Notebooks

There is a new line of Satellite and Satellite Pro notebooks from Toshiba, and the Japanese company will offer these in a wide range of configurations so that they will be able to suit just about any lifestyle and...

Apple to Ban 3rd-Party Music Apps

Apple has released a statement saying it will ban all third party applications that feature music playback capability on its iPhone. This is very much in line with Steve Jobs' image of being a control freak, and certain segments...

ColorWare adds life to Nintendo DS Lite

The DS Lite might already come in a variety of shades and colors, but apparently two-tones aren't enough for ColorWare who allows you to customize exactly how your DS Lite would look like, thanks to an online selection of...

T-Mobile gets Blackberry Pearl

Better late than never, right? T-Mobile certainly believes in that as the carrier will finally receive the Blackberry Pearl come this April 14th, although other carriers have long made available this model. Still, if you're rocking with T-Mobile and...

Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ50

Panasonic's Lumix DMC-TZ50 brings WiFi connectivity with you wherever you are, allowing you to upload images from any WiFi hotspot. Unfortunately, you will be limited to specific image sharing sites such as Panasonic's very own Lumix Club. Hopefully as...

SanDisk offers Music on microSD card

SanDisk will soon be offering DRM-free music on a microSD card to be used with its recently launched 8GB Sansa Fuze. There will be more than 50 songs from various critically acclaimed artists on the microSD card itself, making...

Asus Announced U2E Notebook

The Asus U2E notebook has finally been announced, aiming to bring together both performance and aesthetics in a single package. Asus claims that the U2E is the lightest notebook that in cludes a DVD-RW drive, and boasts the following...

Asus Nova Lite 2L PC

Asus encroaches on Mac Mini territory with its Nova Lite 2L PC which won't break any speed records, but is instead a workhorse office computer that ought to perform its job well enough where the most basic tasks are...

Best Buy Gives Gift Cards

With the dust settling after Blu-ray being declared the winner in the most recent "format war", the HD DVD camp is still trying to find enough land to bury its dead so to speak. There are still tons of...

Solar-powered Road Studs

Road studs (or markers) are pretty important as they help motorists find their way around at night, even more so when it is pitch black and the street lamps are all but working. Since most roads face the harsh...

Hot & Cold USB Coaster Control

There is nothing quite like a hot cup of coffee to start off those dreary mornings at the office, but unfortunately for many, we tend to get swamped with work and before you know it - the steaming hot...

Swinging Robot Entertains

There is something mesmerizing about watching a primate swing its way across limbs of trees with relative ease, as though they have some sort of spider sense. This robot has been programmed to do the same, although it might...

Samsung Yepp P2 gets 16GB Upgrade

The Samsung Yepp P2 portable media player has just received a memory boost, this time hitting the 16GB number for $347. Other than the memory upgrade, you get the same features such as :- 3" WQVGA display Bluetooth 2.0...

Music Pillow

Sleep is always sweet especially after you're trying to recover from a long, hard day at the office. The Music Pillow helps add music to your rest, as it can be hooked up to a music player. Unfortunately, it...

Speck spruces up iMac

So you've got an iMac and aren't too happy with the way it looks at the moment. Speck is here to save the day, featuring a custom made transparent plastic shell that helps make your iMac look a whole...

Striker Simulator Gets Real

Talk about a realistic racing simulator - the Striker Simulator from Motorsport Simulators clearly places you in the thick of action, only if you have the dough to purchase one. You get an open wheel trainer that comes with...

March 18, 2008

Sanyo Xacti DMX-CG9

Sanyo's Xacti DMX-CG9 is the company's latest compact digital video camera to be released, touting it to be the most user-friendly version to date. Some of the features include a 9.1 megapixel CMOS sensor, 40MB of internal memory to...

Softbank 920SH does Stock Take

Here's a phone that lets you keep track of the goings-on where the Japanese stock market is concerned, thanks to its swivelling 3.2" VGA display courtesy of Sharp's ASV panel technology. Other features include a 3.2 megapixel camera and...

Shocking Disposable Camera

Having too much time on your hands can be a bad or good thing, depending on the outcome of how you spend your time. The Shocking Disposable Camera is one crazy project that makes for a great novelty item...

Black N82 To Ship

Nokia has started to ship its N82 in black now, offering a more subtle look compared to the current silver version prior to this. The 5 megapixel camera with Xenon flash, GPS navigation, 3G and WiFi connectivity still remains...

Panasonic Lumix FX500

Panasonic has a brand new Lumix digital camera out - the FX500. What makes this Lumix different from the older FX35 is the inclusion of a touch screen, otherwise the 3" display, 10.1 megapixel sensor and face recognition capability...

Alienware updates Area-51 7500 System

Alienware's rigs are already pretty high end, but that doesn't stop the company in their eternal search for excellence. The Area-51 7500 gaming rig has just received an update, featuring NVIDIA's GeForce 9800 GX2 dual GPU single graphics card....

Rogers Merlin X950D ExpressCard Modem

Rogers Wireless will be carrying the new Merlin X950D ExpressCard modem that features tri-band GSM/HSDPA and supports HSUPA connectivity for theoretically superior upload speeds. Unfortunately, this modem won't be available to all and sundry until later this summer. There...

DLO StrapWrap

DLO's StrapWrap is a universal neoprene case that can be attached to most bag straps, allowing users to store iPods, cell phones and other gadgets nearby so that you don't have to dig into your backpack each time you...

Intel Netbook Spy Shot

Here's an image of the new Intel Netbook. So far, the speculated specifications are as follows :- 900MHz Celeron processor 512MB RAM 40GB hard drive 9" LCD display WiFi and Ethernet connectivity <3 lbsIt will even come with a...

Ewgeco helps Monitor Energy Consumption

Ewgeco is one device that every home should have, so that you know just exactly how much electricity, water and gas your household has consumed thus far without waiting for a literal shock from the electric company at the...

Windows Vista SP1 Released

Folks rocking to Windows Vista can finally lay their hands on Vista SP1 via Windows Update. For those of you happy to wait - sit tight because SP1 will start downloading to PCs automatically beginning in mid-April (Remember, this...

New Sony PSP Firmware Released

Another day, another new firmware is released for the Sony PSP. We;re at v3.93 now, people, offering expanded support for PlayStation Network titles. There will also be 20 new Internet radio players to enjoy, so if you're an owner...

Intel WiFi surpasses 60 miles

Intel's new WiFi technology allows it to offer 6.5Mbps connections up to 60 miles around, hoping to increase the availability of Internet access no matter where you are. This hardware is currently installed in various developing countries like India,...

Electrolux Inspiro a Smart Oven

Now is the Electrolux Inspiro a smart oven or what - it is the first in the world to select the right heating mode automatically based on the contents of the oven, so you won't accidentally under- or over-cook...

Remote Controlled Hummer H3

If you think that your remote controlled toy car puts a strain on your wallet just because it consumes a whole lot of AA batteries (that's where rechargeables come in), think again. Someone with plenty of money (and time)...

Sony Dishes Out Compact Photo Printers

Sony loves to get the whole world moving into high definition, which is why they tend to release HDMI-capable devices these days. Enter a couple of compact photo printers - the DPP-FP95 and the DPP-FP75. Both of them offer...

Unlimited iTunes Downloads Coming

The Financial Times claims that Apple is currently dating music companies, with the main topic of conversation being an unlimited music download service. They have even gone so far as to claim that Nokia will pay labels $80 for...

Solid State Fan is Tiny

Thorrn Micro Technologies' engineering team has just developed a solid state fan that targets portable gadgets, as it is 1/4 the size and 2 to 3 times more powerful than a comparable mechanical fan. Dubbed the RSD5 fan, this...

Apple Safari 3.1 Launched

Apple has a spanking new version of its Safari 3.1 browser, with the Cupertino-based company touting it to be the "world's fastest web browser for Mac and Windows PCs." Folks at Apple are proud to gloat that Safari is...

Panasonic SC-PM870SD D-Dock HiFi

Now here's a HiFi from Panasonic that makes you wonder whether people listen to these things anymore, considering that MP3 players like the iPod have taken the world by storm, and plenty of people also have some sort of...

Pxiel Perfect Hour Glass

Don't you just love those hour glass timers that were often included in a variety of board games? There's just something mesmerizing about watching the sands of time sift through, so it is about time (no pun intended) that...

TT Chair for Tetris Fans

If you're a huge Tetris fan, you'll know that the Z and S blocks are your main enemies, so thankfully these lounge chairs come in the more welcome L block. Available in a wide variety of designs and colors,...

Universal Travel Adapter With USB Port

Frequent travelers will definitely already own a travel adapter of some sort, but if you want to make sure that you have all your bases covered, the Universal Travel Adapter With USB Port fits the bill perfectly, doing away...

Genius GHP-05 Live Headphones

Genius just rolled out a new pair of headphones known as the GHP-05 Live. What makes this model stand out from an ordinary pair is the inclusion of DRD True 3D sound technology which Genius claims to enhance bass...

Concept Go-Kart

This Go-Kart definitely looks mean enough to pick up any chick you want, although I wouldn't take it out for a ride during the rainy season. It comes with 10" rims and shares parts from a sportscar as well...

Unichal Dixau Text Scanner

The Dixau text scanner from Unichal of Korea is small enough to snap images of troublesome words, transferring those images to a computer where a pre-loaded software will then apply the term to a variety of Web 2.0 applications...

Samsung Readies Ultra-Slim 8 Megapixel Phone Camera

Samsung looks set to amaze the world yet again by revealing an 8 megapixel phone camera, touting it to be the smallest in the world to date. Being able to capture 8 megapixel shots, it has crammed that ability...

Mitsubishi Blu-ray Recorders

Mitsubishi has rolled out a couple of new Blu-ray recorders, namely the DVR-BZ200 and the DVR-BZ100 that come with a 500GB and 250GB hard drive, respectively. Both models offer support for the AVC codec as well as AVCREC that...

Aluminum Armor for USB Flash Drive

The Corsair Flash Voyager USB flash drive is already pretty hardy on its own, featuring a a water- and shock-resistant enclosure. Unfortunately, that is not enough for this owner who decided to take things into his own hands, removing...

Spy Recording Watch

Don't you just hate it whenever you're thick in an argument, only to lose the face-off just because you failed to remember the exact words your "opponent" mentioned while he/she has the memory of an elephant and used your...

Wii Nunchuck goes Wireless

The Nintendo Wii nunchuck has finally shed its wired legacy thanks to Nyko who is prepping the release of its wireless version this March 25th. You will need to attach a tiny receiver unit to the Wiimote first though...

SSD Notebooks Not Too Stable

Apparently, notebooks that use SSD as their main means of data storage seem to suffer from an unusually high failure rate. So far a major PC manufacturer has reported returns of 20% at best, up to 30% in all...

Rumor: NVIDIA to Buy Via?

The folks at Digitimes are reporting that NVIDIA has been talking to VIA about a possible acquisition and that no agreement has been reached, yet. Via is doing some interesting thing in the low-cost PC and embedded space. Via also...

Video Sub-Titles Used for Search, Thanks to Hitachi

Right now, there is not a lot to use when it comes to video-searches. The title and the description are pretty much the only elements that most search engines use. That could change now that Hitachi has been working...

Wireless Light Switch

This light switch can control any light fixture (or something else) 100 feet away, thanks to the remote component that comes with it. There is also a 14k gold edition, if you want your interior to look like a...

Panasonic D-Snap SV-SD870N MP3 Player

Panasonic D-Snap SV-SD870N MP3 Player: Panasonic has announced a new D-Snap music player that features the ambient noise cancellation (like the Sony xxx) and 100 hours of battery life

March 17, 2008

Pentax Optio V20

Pentax has expanded its Optio range by introducing the Optio V20 which comes with the following features :- 8 megapixel resolution with 5x optical zoom Face and Smile recognition Mode palette for quick access to 16 shooting conditions and...

COM-BAT For Recon Missions

Knowledge is potential power - it all depends on how you leverage it to your advantage. When it comes to the battlefield, having first hand information of everything is decisive if you want to secure a victory, so surveillance...

Swarovski USB Engagement Ring

I don't know when the stigma of being a geek is associated with a lack of social skills will end, but certainly products like this don't help. The USB Flash Drive Swarovski Crystal Engagement Ring won't hold any diamond(s),...

Solar Powered Spy Watch Camera

I'd best be more careful of where I pick my nose in public these days, considering how video camera circuitry has been miniaturized to an extent where it is possible to include in just about any everyday object, including...

Thomson Symbio VoIP Phone

This fragile looking phone (with an equally fragile and demure-looking chick) from Thomson is actually a VoIP phone, and while it might not look as though it amounts to much, you get a fair bit of features as listed...

Ramar Navistar 3522 GPS System

Ramar of China has a new GPS navigation system known as the Navistar 3522. What makes it unique is the fact that it comes with a home docking station that enables the GPS unit itself to recharge whenever docked,...

Bonsai Gear Clock

Who knew that machines and nature could fuse together in such a timeless design? The Bonsai Gear Clock takes the road less traveled, and the result is a whole bunch of gears moving in unison, quietly ticking as each...

3D World 120 Tri-lens Stereo Camera

I don't know if this camera actually fell into a vat of radioactive ooze, as it seems to have grown a third lens from its ordeal. Known as the 120 Tri-lens Stereo Camera, you get not one, not two,...

Rotating iPod Speaker Case

There are tons of iPod speaker cases out there in the market, but how many of them actually catch your eye? This rotating iPod speaker case stands out, as it features a pair of rotating speakers to suit your...

Internet-connected Alarm Clock

This is no ordinary alarm clock as it can be hooked up to the Internet. Unlike old-school mechanical alarm clocks that you have to set manually, this Internet-connected alarm clock provides three primary features: automatic time setting on power-up,...

Airport Express 802.11n Announced

As predicted earlier in the day, Apple's Airport Express has just received an upgrade, enabling it to jig on the Internet at 802.11n speeds. The $99 price tag remains, but at least you get to keep up with the...

T-Mobile Gets Nokia 3555

Those looking for Nokia's 3555 candybar handset will now be able to get one from T-Mobile. This basic cell phone might not come with a wide range of bells and whistles, but it is said to support T-Mobile's upcoming...

Green House GH-KANAGTR-2G MP3 player

The GH-KANAGTR-2G MP3 player from Green House comes with the following features :- OLED LCD display 2GB of internal memory MP3 and WMA file format support 7 EQ presets Integrated FM transmitter (15 frequencies to choose from) USB port...

NET-2000 Net Rod

The NET-2000 Net Rod allows you to live out your gladiatoral dreams as a retarius, giving you the ability to shoot a 15-square foot net onto a target in order to subdue him/her/it (depending on your target, of course...

The Runt Shocks

"Why, you little runt..." is a pretty common phrase heard all over the place, especially in day-care centers with exasperated caregivers. The 3.25" Runt stun gun looks like a pager, but it is capable of kicking out 350,000 volts...

FM Radio Aerial

How many of you out there still listen to local radio stations? Not that many, I suppose, but assuming your cell phone has run out of fresh MP3s to listen to, the only recourse for entertainment would be tuning...

Wall-mounted Fireplace

There is nothing quite like sitting down in front of a fireplace during winter to keep yourself toasty, but this wall-mounted fireplace adds a touch of elegance to your pad no matter where you live. Known as the Safretti...

Citizen ITX21-5014 Independent Watch

The Citizen ITX21-5014 Independent watch is meant for folks who want a fully functional watch that does not fail when it comes to aesthetics, and this timepiece fulfils its "mission" particularly well without going overboard. Details include a checkered...

TV2ART Kabé Cabinet

The TV2ART Kabé cabinet targets flat panel TV owners as it comes in a couple of modes. The first mode features a large rowboat painting right on the inside, making it a piece of art decoration for the home...

One Handed Xbox 360 Controller

Ben Heck, modder extraordinaire, is back with a new one handed Xbox 360 controller. This revised version features a more ergonomic grip and comes with a swivelling trigger and an integrated PlayStation D-pad to help you move your character...

Flip iPhone On The Way?

The iPhone might come in a candybar factor at this point in time, but even that could change in the near future. After all, just like how some people prefer oranges over apples (pun intended), it would be nice...

Mirrored iPhone Protector

This mirrored iPhone case not only helps keep your precious iPhone's screen safe from unwanted scratches but it also doubles up as a mirror whenever the display is turned off. The protector itself is a snap to apply and...

Polaroid MPU-43315 PMP

Polaroid is more famous for camera-based products, but here they are with a portable media player instead. Dubbed the MPU-43315, this Polaroid player comes with 60GB of internal memory (courtesy of a hard drive, of course), a 4.3" LCD...

Soundstream MP28 Portable Media Player

Touch screen displays are all the rage, with the iPhone playing a very large part in this. Soundstream hops onto the bandwagon not with a cell phone, but with its MP28 portable media player. The MP28 will come with...

Liquid Space 2.1

Liquid Space 2.1 might make you think that this is some sort of audio system, but it is actually a piece of interactive artwork that is smart enough to react to human sounds and motion physically, courtesy of embedded...

TG Sambo Averatec 8400 Notebook

TG Sambo just rolled out its 15.4" notebook known as Averatec 8400, whereby it uses a widescreen LCD display to facilitate all you movie buffs out there whenever you take a break from work. With the inclusion of ATI's...

BigDog Quadruped Robot

The BigDog quadruped robot is freaky to look at, and yet there is something about it that makes you want to view the video over and over again. This unique robot is even smart enough to balance itself when...

Time Capsule Speed Upgrade

If you feel that your Apple Time Capsule just doesn't have what it takes to envelope your entire home under the umbrella of wireless connectivity, then QuickerTek claims to have the solution for you. This upgrade kit for the...

Iogear Fined

Iogear, the company who brought us "germ-free" computer mice, has just been slapped on the wrist with a $208,000 fine from the Environmental Protection Agency since due to the fact that Iogear was practising "unsubstantiated public health claims regarding...

Via Nanobook in different Countries

Japan and Indonesia will be recipiencts of Via's Nanobook that is known by different names in different countries. Those living in Indonesia will find it as the Zyrex Ubud, while Japan have dubbed it the Cloudbook CE1200J. The former...

iPhone that takes the Cake

being, featuring Princess cut diamonds liberally sprinkled all over its surface to give that lovely sparkle women love to show off. With a total of 318 diamonds in all (where 138 of them have been given the Princess cut...

Toshiba Dynabook SS RX1

There's a new Dynabook in town - the SS RX1. This new release places Toshiba as the first company in the whole world to feature a laptop that comes with a 128GB solid state disk. Some of the features...

FreeStyle Navigator Glucose Monitor

The FreeStyle Navigator continuous glucose monitor has just received the all important nod of approval from the FDA. According to the product page :- Customizable early-warning alarms 10, 20, or 30 minutes in advance to significantly reduce hypoglycemic and...

Facebook to launch IM Service

Facebook is going to jump onto the instant messaging bandwagon sometime this week by launching its own service, leaving third-party providers out in the cold. That's the word that is going around tech circles these days anyway, with the...

Pioneer AS-PS66 Speakers

Having electrical items in the bathroom is generally a big no-no, but the Pioneer AS-PS66 speakers will do just fine should you want a little music accompaniment to complement your solo American Idol auditions - Home Edition. The AS-PS66...

Eject Powerstrip Concept

There's no point in reinventing the wheel, or so they say. The Eject Powerstrip is a replacement concept that proves that point otherwise, ejecting plugs that lead to devices which aren't being used at the moment to prevent consumption...

Full Swing Golf Simulator

Golfing is not a cheap hobby, and it will take you a lifetime to master it. The Full Swing Golf Simulator helps you hone your game even when it is raining cats and dogs, but make sure you have...

Shake-A-Brush Electric Toothbrush Power Adapter

Are you tired of your manual toothbrush that can't seem to clean plaque as properly as your partner who is using an electric toothbrush? Well fret no more - here's the Shake-A-Brush Electric Toothbrush Power Adapter to help you...

Movable Floors Design

So your pockets are filled to the brim with cash, and everything you touch turns into gold. How else are you going to spend your money? Here's something to think about - the Movable Floors design. This unique design...

Exmocare BT2 Wrist Watch

Exmocare certainly has one of the more interesting gizmos around - the BT2 wrist watch that features both emotional and arousal levels monitoring functions. I think employers will love this, considering it allows them to monitor their employees’ emotional...

Evolve Wireless Music System

Fancy turning your home audio system into a wireless creation? Well, that is now possible with the Evolve Wireless Music System, featuring a couple of independent speakers that are wireless, allowing you to place it just about anywhere in...

Sour Milk Detector

This device that is sensitive enough to know whether milk has actually turned sour, making it a no-brainer to be installed at your local grocery store's checkout counter. At least if you don't have a cat at home, you...

DCube Diny D7

D'Cube has a brand new portable media player that is too portable for my own liking. It does all the normal routine stuff like video and audio playback in a variety of formats, but unfortunately the 1.3" 128 x...

Acer to Enter Console Market?

It has been reported that Acer’s President James Wong plans to create a gaming offering (understand “game console”) based on PC hardware and open (no license fees for game publishers). It would mean that Acer plans to make money...

Windows Mobile Gets Flash Lite 3

It is official, Microsoft has licensed Flash Lite 3 and Reader LE for its Windows Mobile devices – beating the iPhone on the announcement front. Now it remains to be seen which platform will have the overall “best experience”....

KDDI W61CA Waterproof Phone Internals

Our friends from Nikkei Electronics look inside the Waterproof W61CA mobile phone. The first such phone that we have seen was the Casio GzOne in Tokyo. We know that mobile users like to have their phones everywhere, but do...

Navistar 3522 Portable GPS with Docking Station

This GPS system called Navistar 3522 looks a little cheap, but I don’t remember seeing something like that before

Samsung Q1 versus Asus Eee?

Samsung plans to go after Asus and its Eee with a new version of the Q1 Ultra. David Smith from Samsung said that the new “education Q1 Ultra” would be sold for 399 UKP

Airport Express with 802.11N is Official

Apple has officially announced its Airport Express with WiFi-N (802.11N). Just as we said previously, it costs $99 and looks like the older one. Theoretical 5x boost , 2x range Backwards compatible with a/b/g devices Printer sharing Mac OS...

3rd Space FPS Vest

Folks in the UK will be able to enjoy the massage-inducing 3rd Space FPS Vest - if they indulge in more gentle games, that is. This unique gaming peripheral comes with eight pneumatic cells that are located throughout strategic...

Spy Camera Sunglasses

Voyeurs will definitely jump at the chance to pick up this pair of spy camera sunglasses - after all, they don't capture crummy-looking VGA-quality images but 1.3 megapixel stills instead in 1, 280 x 1,024 glory. Each pair comes...

Sound Bubbler

Now here's an iPod dock that takes a slightly different route from the million and one others in the market. The Sound Bubbler from Spi features a column of bubbles that flow out according to the rhythm of the...

Sky Challenger

For those rainy days where playing outdoors is impossible, why not attempt to drive mom up the wall with the £49.95 Sky Challenger? This bundle comes with a couple of PicooZ helicopters that attempt to disable the other using...

Cool999 iPhone Clone

How much more corny can you get - this iPhone clone is known as 'Cool999', and surprisingly looks like the closest iPhone copy to date. You get Cupertino's famous bitten fruit on either side of its 3.5" display that...

Wii Gets Decked in Swarovski

The Nintendo Wii is one hot console despite having the lousiest hardware specifications compared to the Xbox 360 and PS3 on paper. If you still can't find one at a store near you, fret not. The upcoming Super Smash...

LG VX9700 passes FCC Test

LG's upcoming smartphone, the VX9700 has just passed rigorous tests set up by the FCC. Word from various sources claim that the VX9700 is tipped to be released at the end of this month, although you might see a...

Dell Rolls Out 2009W

Dell has gotten an upgraded version of its mid-range 2007WFP LCD monitor by releasing the 2009W model that targets gamers. It has the ability to reproduce 102% of the NTSC color range, while the contrast ratio has received an...

BenQ V2400W Slim LCD Monitor

The BenQ V2400W prides itself in being the thinnest 24" widescreen LCD monitor in the world, with its thickest point measuring a mere 2.44", which is roughly 21% thinner than its closest rival. I don't know about you, but...

Sega Phaser shoots Alarm Clock

Now this is one nutty yet interesting project from the folks at Make - in here, you utilize Sega's Phaser to shoot your alarm clock whenever you want to make it snooze. This is one way to start off...

LG VX9100 the enV Sequel

LG's enV cell phone has just gotten better, in the form of a sequel, of course! Known as the LG VX9100, this handset comes with a smaller front display compared to its predecessor, but you get a tradeoff with...

Sky Blade HSDPA Cell Phone

Sky of Korea has just launched its brand new Blade cell phone that features a luxury design to help keep you ahead of the pack when it comes to the most beautiful handset around. While it is not littered...

Nike SportsBand Hitting Retail Next Month

April will be a time fitness buffs who love music fall head over heels with Nike's SportsBand. This exercising device helps accomplish everything the current Nike+iPod does, but it won't add any new dimension. All the essentials such as...

Natural Radio Concept

Check out this Natural Radio concept by Cheol-Ki Jo. You won't find any buttons or dials on this thing, as it takes a more natural approach in performing functions normally associated with either methods mentioned. A scale is used...

Liteplug Concept

The Liteplug concept is a glorified emergency ambient light that kicks in each time your neighborhood experiences a brownout or blackout. Just make sure that it remains in an electrical socket at all times in order to work, glowing...

Hand-winding Solar Charger Radio Alarm Torch

Hand-cranked products are slowly proliferating the market these days, and the hand-winding solar charger radio alarm torch is yet another example. This one also gets its juice from the sun should you actually be dog tired from your hiking...

BTC 9051H Cheetah Keyboard

So you think that you want to grow up and be another Fatal1ty or the grand-daddy of them all, D11.Thresh (go Death Row!)? Well, it is imprative to get started on the right footing, and by that I mean...

Airport Express To Get 802.11n Model

Word on the grapevine has it that the Airport Express will be receiving an updated model pretty soon - by this Tuesday even. The price remains at a static $99, so one should find the Apple Store to experience...

Everex CloudBook Hits Japan

Everex's CloudBook will finally arrive on Japanese shores this March 22nd, and this iteration comes with the following features :- 7" touch screen display Bluetooth connectivity 802.11a/b/g WiFi connectivity 1.2GHz C7-M processor 30GB hard driveYou can tell that the...

Leadtek WinFast DTV200 HU Hybrid TV

Leadtek has rolled out its portable hybrid TV box - the WinFast DTV200 HU. It comes in a palm-size form factor, featuring USB 2.0 connectivity that supports both analog and digital TV and FM radio. Other features include support...

Samsung Updates Miniskirt Line

The Miniskirt cell phone line from Samsung has just received a brand new upgrade, the sexily named Miniskirt Season 2. This model comes with a feature that is more common in digital cameras these days, the 'Smile Shot' which...

1Seg Tuner Is Waterproof

If you want to relax in a tub at home after a long, tiring day at the office, why not catch up with your favorite soap opera at the same time? This waterproof TV features a built-in 1Seg tuner...

LED Tweezers

This pair of LED tweezers come in handy if you've got hair in orifices that are hard to reach, even with the help of a mirror. The darkness just engulfs your hair, and that doesn't help one bit. Enter...

March 14, 2008

Vana VA6420-Si Advanced Extender Gets Blu-ray

LLC's Vana VA6420-Si Advanced Extender device will soon boast Blu-ray movie playback capability, allowing the owner and family to enjoy movies in full 1080p resolution via DVI and HDMI interfaces. LLC used to offer both HD DVD and Blu-ray...

Sharp Fullface2 In Japan

There is no iPhone in Japan at this point in time, but I seriously doubt that the Japanese are weeping over that fact. Not when your country has cell phones like the Sharp 921SH Fullface2! Folks in Japan will...

Simkey Simcard Backup

The Simkey Simcard Backup is a device that backs up your mobile SIM card, ensuring you don't have to send the annoying "Excuse me, may I know who just called/messaged me? I've lost my phone and all the contact...

Edirol MP3 Player Stuck In The Past

The only thing about the Edirol that makes it qualify to remain in the 21st century is this - MP3 playback capability. Other than that, the design is surely a huge turn off considering how we consumers have been...

Expensive Simulator For Adults

Big boys' toys are oftentimes uber-expensive, as with the case of this Blazing Angels simulator that resembles a cockpit from the World War II era. It adds a dash of realism with fake bullet holes in the fuselage, and...

USB Memory Bomb

Now this USB flash drive is the bomb - literally, as it comes in the shape of a classic bomb that you find in the Bomberman and Mario franchises. Designed by Mexico City industrial designer Joel Escalona, the USB...

Philips AJL308 Bedside Companion

The Philips AJL308 Clock Radio & Digital Photo Frame wants to be adept in a many functions, being primarily an alarm clock that wakes you up gently using sounds of nature. In addition, it has pre-loaded relaxation music that...

Electric Car Revs It Up

We all know that an electric car is the better alternative compared to fuel guzzlers, but there is nothing quite like the roar of a V12 engine to keep those goosebumps coming. Fisker Karma's plug-in hybrid wants to bring...

Frontier Challenges MacBook Air

The MacBook Air has a new rival now from Frontier, known as the FRLN. While the FRLN won't be as thin as the MacBook Air, it takes up less space with a 12" LED-backlit screen, tipping the scales at...

OCZ Unleashes SATA II SSD

The SSD world has just gotten more crowded with OCZ releasing SATA II SSDs that will see action in high-end notebooks, making it the perfect candidate for mobile computing. OCZ claims that this new SSD will come with fast...

USB Hub Photo Frame

A USB hub is a USB hub, right? Wrong! Evergreen has decided to take the humble USB hub another step further by including photo frame capability inside. So what you perceive to be a digital photo frame here is...

LED Drawing Machine

The LED drawing machine that you see here is a 2-axis device that does wonders when coupled with time-lapse photography. In Chris McDonald's (the inventor) own words, “Gertrude uses two stepper motors to move an LED in a very...

Finedrive CUVi PND

Now here's a personal navigation device that is small enough to fit in just about any pocket - the CUVi from Finedrive of Korea. It comes in a black body with rounded edges, tipping the scales at just 153...

March 13, 2008

Solar Tower To Be Built

Sener from Spain and Abu Dhabi's clean-energy initiative, Masdar, have come together to construct a fair number of solar-powered plants that will generate 320 megawatts over the next 5 years, and hitting an impressive 1,000 megawatts within 10 years'...

USBee Flash Drive

You just gotta fall in love with the USBee concept flash drive from Damjan Stankovic. As most of us know, traditional USB flash drives stick out from the back, and there is always a good chance you might actually...

Mac Pro Miniaturized

Kudos to Hideo Takano for taking the effort and time to cram in a Mac Mini's innards into the chassis of a miniaturized Mac Pro while making additional modifications all over. Known as the Mac Mini Pro, you get...

Canvas Computer Concept

The Canvas computer concept by Kyle Cherry targets folk with an artistic streak, aiming to increase the quality and productivity of any designer or artist using it. The Canvas hopes to help a user with little or no experience...

AUDEO Release This Year

AUDEO has been dubbed to be the first voiceless phone in the world, converting nerve impulses into speech courtesy of Ambient and Texas Instruments. The main idea of the AUDEO is to create a human-computer interface for communication without...

Zune To Arrive In Europe

Since the Zune is already in its second iteration and has not yet seen action in Europe, word from Microsoft France’s Francois Ruault has ignited fresh hope that the continent will see Microsoft's struggling portable media player cross the...

FCC Blesses Motorola Z9

Guess the Motorola Z9 will be arriving at retail stores soon after receiving the nod of approval from the FCC. Just to refresh your memory, it features GPS navigation, a 2 megapixel camera, 3G capability, and a Linux-based operating...

iPhone Dual Boot Solution

If you happen to lack the intestinal fortitude, then I suggest giving this iPhone dual boot solution a miss. The entire process requires some partition-making and a whole lot of command line work, which could have you reaching out...

Gateway Notebooks Updated

Gateway, a company under the Acer umbrella, has unassumingly updated a couple of its mainstay notebooks while introducing another Penryn-based model. The M-151X and M-151XL have been given a speed boost, with the latter featuring a 2.4GHz Core 2...

Pandigital Reveals Kitchen HDTV

Homemakers deserve to get the very best in their lives when performing their duties, and Pandigital's Kitchen HDTV will definitely bring a smile to anyone's face. This 15" wonder not only functions as an entertainment unit, it is also...

Nyko Wireless Guitar Controller

Rock it out at home with Nyko's latest wireless guitar controller which is meant for the Xbox 360, although the box that the product ships in carries a "X 360" tag instead. I suppose a demonstration is due before...

AMD Triple-Core Phenoms Shipping

OEMs will start to receive triple-core Phenom processors from AMD as shipping has already begun. There is also the intention to launch the processors on an official basis in the first quarter of this year. According to AMD executives,...

Mixmeister Scratch For The iPhone

Fancy honing those DJ skills on your iPhone? You can now do so with the Mixmeister Scratch. While virtual scratching can never replace real turntable experience, at the very least you will be able to remember the correct cues...

Blu-ray Prices Soaring

Talk about stabbing consumers in the back - even though the dust has finally settled from the "format war", you don't see the prices of Blu-ray players dropping. No sir, this seeming monopoly by Sony has translated into dollar...

Dassault Systemes Virtual Plus Reality Challenge

Photo courtesy of Richard from Tapahont.info! - Thanks I have been invited to the launch of theVirtual+Reality Challenge by Dassault Systemes (Dassault Systemes is a leading Product Design software vendor). and held in a nice neighborhood in Paris. The...

Nokia N810 With WiMAX Rumored

Word on the street has it that the WiMAX-enabled Nokia N810 will be launching on April 1st. Sounds pretty suspicious to me, considering the benelovent date which was suggested, but hey - stranger things have happened. That's when CTIA...

Teachermate PCs Going Cheap

You can't get any cheaper than these $50 entry-level Teachermate PCs. Some of the features include :- 2.5" LCD display (now that's really small) 512MB RAM SD memory card slot Integrated microphone and speakersThe Teachermate will see action in...

Future Clothing Shows Video

Back at CES 2008 earlier this year, I saw IBM folks lugging around display panels on their shirts in a marketing effort to capture the attention and imagination of people around. While it was interesting to look at, the...

Live Apple TV Recording To Come?

Apple could actually have long term plans for their Apple TV set-top box, throwing in additional functionality so that it may transform into a full fledged digital video recording if these new filings with the US Patent and Trademark...

ATP EarthDrive Is Recyclable

The ATP EarthDrive takes a different manufacturing route compared to other USB flash drives, using revolutionary new bio-recycled materials that makes it fully recyclable. Other than being environmentally friendly to manufacture, the EarthDrive is capable of holding its own...

Toshiba Loses $1 Billion

Bonuses at Toshiba won't leave executives smiling this year, considering the collapse of their HD DVD dream which resulted in a 100 billion yen loss - that is roughly $986 million, enough to make anyone weep. A Toshiba spokeswoman...

Crazy Kart For The iPhone

The iPhone looks set to get yet another interesting game - this time of the driving variety. Known as Crazy Kart, the video demo you see above looks pretty smooth, where a virtual steering wheel is located right at...

Apple Breaks Into Top 10

Where cell phones are concerned, at least. Apple has finally made its mark by claiming the number 10 spot for its own if you take into account fourth quarter sales of handsets from last year. While Apple's market share...

Tactical Biomass Refineries Head To Iraq

Tactical biomass refineries is just a fancy name to describe a device that turns trash into electricity. A ton of trash offers up to 20 hours of power which is more than enough to light up a small village....

Netronix EB-100 Could Get Touch Screen Display

Netronix of Taiwan is toying with the idea of including a touch screen display on its EB-100 e-book reader. In fact, the final product will not only come with touch screen capability, but in all probability Netronix engineers will...

No Blu-ray For Xbox 360

Sorry to disappoint you folks, but Microsoft is just not going to come out with a Blu-ray player add-on for the Xbox 360 after an interview with Xbox product manager Aaron Greenberg who claims that "Xbox is not currently...

BlackBerry Pearl 8120 Gets WiFi

AT&T has just rolled out the BlackBerry Pearl 8120 that comes with 802.11g WiFi connectivity, giving you yet another option to surf the Internet just in case that EDGE connection of yours starts to act up again. Unfortunately, this...

Ultra SpaceStation For USB Flash Drives

If you happen to be one of those folks who have tons of USB flash drives lying around and want to get your life a little bit more organized, then might I recommend the SpaceStation from Ultra. This unique...

Zana Wood Engraved USB Flash Drive

Now here is a USB flash drive that you don't see every day - the Zana wood engraved USB flash drive. While USB 2.0 won't run any faster with wood, silver and precious stones lined up on it, at...

LG Viewty Gets New Colors

Don't you just love spring, when everything and everyone just looks so fresh after a cold, dreary winter? The folks at LG certainly think so, reflecting their mood by releasing the LG Viewty in a new pink color, keeping...

Boxcooler Backpack Fridge Concept

The Boxcooler is a backpack fridge concept that helps you keep things within it cool despite the sweltering heat all around. You can lug it like a normal backpack on your back, keeping your hands free to do just...

Slanket Keeps You Warm

The Slanket ranks high on my list of "Why didn't I think of that before?", as this modified blanket features a couple of holes for your arms to continue playing with your PSP while keeping the rest of your...

Rumbleseat From Boomchair

Gaming chairs aren't exactly the newest peripheral on the block, but I find them to be perpetually cool. The Rumbleseat from Boomchair helps spread the fun of immersing yourself in the game with another person since it comes in...

Canon Ixus 970 IS

Canon has rolled out yet another addition to its IXUS range, touting it to be the "most optically powerful" model in the range to date. What are some of the features you can expect for this £299 digital camera?...

InnoDisk 128GB SATA SSD

Now that's a whole lot of acronyms up there in the title, but for good reason. InnoDisk has just introduced its first 2.5" SATA solid state drive (SSD) that comes with a whopping 128GB of storage space, laying claim...

Smart Goggles System

Yasuo Kuniyoshi, Tatsuya Harada and other similar-minded scientists at Tokyo University School of Information Science and Technology have discovered a way to augment your memory, resulting in a device known as Smart Goggles. Apparently, this device records everything you...

Music Download Service For BlackBerrys

BlackBerry owners will soon be able to benefit from an upcoming music download service courtesy of Puretracks. This new service will be launched in April, enabling BlackBerry users to grab whatever songs that are available from the online catalog...

Vizio Aims For HDTV Market

Vizio has launched its very own 20" LCD HDTV that comes with a depth of just 3.6", making it suitable for both homes and offices. You will be able to hit maximum resolutions of 1080i or 720p with this,...

March 12, 2008

Vudu XL Gets Some Love From Third Parties

Up until now, vudu doing quite well alone, but we all know that it is important to have third party accessories, integration and support in order to have a thriving ecosystem. This is what vudu is announcing today: many...

Casio G-Shock G5500C

The Casio G-Shock G5500C takes the green route, featuring Tough Solar Power (whatever that means), Shock Resistance and a Water Resistance of up to 200 meters. I like the white resin band that makes it ooze with class, although...

From Bathroom Scale To Shipping Scale

Do you happen to run some sort of business from your home that involves shipping? Well, instead of busting out even more dollars to pick up a shipping scale, here's an idea that costs less than a dollar which...

NavJacket Is Very Real

It is with great pleasure that I announce the actual NavJacket (we covered a sneak peek last December), offering skiers a flexible display on the sleeve to know exactly just where they are at the moment, along with audio...

RobuCAB People Mover

The robuCAB vehicle from France is a '4-seats automated people mover' that was constructed from a 4-wheel drive electric chassis and complemented with an on-board computer. This vehicle does not need any driver as it follows the kerb while...

iBlaze iPod Intelligent Bag

Here's yet another bag that allows you to carry your iPod inside, and providing you with the necessary controls on the outside so that you will be able to head over to your favorite songs in a hiffy. The...

Starfleet Communicator

Star Trek fans can now live out their fantasies with the Starfleet Communicator courtesy of ThinkGeek. This replica unfortunately falls short from my expectations - couldn't they just have made this into some sort of two-way communications device? Instead,...

Securephone Encrypted GSM Cell Phone

What makes the Securephone Encrypted GSM cell phone stand out from the rest? For starters, it claims to offer military-grade secure conversations that has been built into a standard cell phone form factor to remain as normal looking as...

Samsung Flat Panels Run Windows XPe

Samsung has just rolled out a couple of flat panel displays of the 70" and 82" variety that feature Windows XP Embedded running within. These are meant to function as signage applications, with the only difference between the two...

Apple Floppy Audio Amp

Do you happen to have an old Apple floppy drive lying around at home? Well, why not dust it off and use it to construct the Apple Floppy Audio Amp? Some of the extras you'll need to pick up...

Ajoka Video Recording Belt

Ajoka has rolled out what looks like a standard belt buckle, but it can actually record 3GP videos in 176 x 144 resolution. Now that's pathetic, since it isn't even good enough to put on YouTube, but that's the...

Arcam Takes Blu-ray Route

Hi-Fi specialist Arcam of the UK has just confirmed that it is developing a Blu-ray player, after waiting for months on end to see Blu-ray emerge truimphant over its bitter battle with HD DVD. Unfortunately, Arcam fans will have...

Korg DS-10 Synthesizer

The Korg-approved DS-10 synthesizer from AQ Interactive will soon make its way to DS' in Japan, featuring a couple of patchable virtual synths with two oscillators each, a drum machine, a sequencer, and an entire range of effects among...

LucidTouch Mockup

LucidTouch, Microsoft's see-through touch screen concept is definitely going to be revolutionary when it comes out, although it remains to be seen just how much of an impact it can make in the consumer electronics industry. In order to...

O2 Xda Atmos

O2 has rolled out a new Windows Mobile smartphone known as the Xda Atmos. Smartphones of similar calibre are pretty much in the same boat these days when it comes to specifications and form factor - you find the...

Odyssey Media Hub Supports P2P Now

Helios Labs has just released a software update for its Odyssey Media Hub, enabling it to support both BitTorrent and ED2K P2P protocols. The whole point behind this update is to enable users to configure media downloads through a...

Tiny USB Bluetooth Dongle

USB Fever claims that this is the slimmest USB 2.0 Bluetooth dongle in the world, but I'm sure I've seen some pretty small ones in my life. Still, this is tiny enough they ought to make it into some...

3D Menu At Restaurant

Most pictures of food on the menu are misleading, if that's one thing I have learnt from eating out in restaurants. TEC Japan helps to flesh out 2D images into a 3D format, helping eaters know exactly what they're...

DNA PC Concept

The DNA personal computer concept has strong belief in strength in numbers. The more pieces you hook up together, the more powerful it becomes. When alone, it is but a bare-bones computer, ditching a display in favor of a...

EL-E Robot Guided By Laser

The EL-E robot you see here was cobbled together by a team of researchers, and it boasts the ability to go after the tiny dot made by your laser pointer, picking up that particular object with his crane. While...

FCC Looks At Nokia N78

The Nokia N-Series of cell phones will soon receive yet another member into their fold - the Nokia N78, if the FCC gives it a nod through numerous tests. What can you expect from this 3G-enabled handset? For starters,...

Acer launches the Gemstone Blue

At its first international press conference in New York, Acer unveiled its second-generation Gemstone laptops. The Taiwanese company branded this product with a unique blue they named the “Gemstone Blue”. The price is great: from $900 to under $2000 for...

HomeStar Pure from Segatoys: the Universe on Your ceiling

Segatoys, the Japanese toy company, who describes itself as “an entertainment innovator unconstrained by the conventional wisdom of the toy industry”, has released the HomeStar Pure a new version of the HomeStar Home Planetarium that costs half the price. Unlike...

TAD Finger Accessory

The TAD finger-enhancing accessory is actually a rubber ring that can be fitted with one of three different plastic pointers, and these pointers have their own functions depending on what kind of software you're running on your touch screen-enabled...

Sony PCM-D50 Voice Recorder

Taking down voice notes can be pretty important, especially if you're already up to your nose in appointments and incomplete tasks. Here's where Sony's PCM-D50 come in handy - this rugged 24-bit voice recorder comes with the following features...

New LED Backlight Being Developed

Global Lighting Technologies (GLT) has chanced upon a new LED-based backlight that will be used in keyboards, ensuring brightness and uniformity while reducing the amount of LEDs used. This is vital as manufacturing costs will be reduced along with...

Printed Solar Cells In The Works

Solar company Konarka has ambitious plans to develop printable solar cells in the form of rolls of plastic which are capable of converting light into electricity, making it possible to have flashing apparel and wireless sensors on all manner...

Audioengine AW1 Wireless Streaming Solution

The AW1 from Audioengine is a software independent, wireless music streaming solution which comprises of a receiver module and transmitter. The former will hook up via USB, RCA or line-out while the latter is connected to your PC using...

Sharp FOMA SH705iII

Sharp's new cell phone, the FOMA SH705iII looks like any other ordinary clamshell handset, but this one comes with a built-in TV tuner, allowing you to view just about any TV show no matter where you are on it,...

iPod Dock Resembles Locker

Now this is one interesting iPod dock that we have come across so far - the Disney High School Musical Clock Radio for iPod (what a mouthful) looks very much like an ordinary locker, but open its door and...

Pokekara Annoys The Heck Out Of All

If you want to be the resident pest, then I would strongly recommend picking up the Pokekara device - no, this is not some Pokemon-trapping gizmo but is actually "Pocket Karaoke" when mentioned in full. The Pokekara can be...

Samsung Introduces 53-Series

Samsung aims to revitalize the LCD monitor market by launching its 53-series of LCD monitors, claiming to bring color quality and design that is comparable to Samsung's own HDTVs. The entire new range will feature a contrast ratio of...

Optical Implant In The Future

Researchers from MIT are hopeful that their work on an optical implant will be ready within a few years' time, restoring sight to the blind without involving the supernatural. This bio-electronic implant is roughly the size of a pencil...

1G iPod Nano Experiences Combustion

News of a first generation iPod nano spitting out sparks during a recharging session in Japan earlier this year has been doing its rounds, but thankfully no one was injured in the incident. At press time, there is no...

Acer Blue Concept Countdown

Remember Acer's concept notebook that is supposed to be unveiled today? Well, the clock is ticking down in New York, and everything else is still pretty much kept under wraps, but to have Acer's own president holding a press...

Beer Pouring Robot

Bartenders are always good as they lend a listening ear, but isn't it a bummer when you are trying to drown your sorrows in many a pint, but he ultimately stops you "for your own good"? Enter the Beer...

TiVo Users And YouTube

TiVo users will soon be able to login directly into their YouTube accounts from Series3 and TiVo HD devices before the year is over. This allows you to view hilarious YouTube snippets with whoever else is in the living...

DesCom Concept For Homes And Offices

The DesCom concept from Sung-kyu Nam helps unite a notebook with the working desk in the most aesthetically pleasing manner possible. Of course, being a concept, there is some liberty when it comes to thinking out of the box,...

Asus Vento A1 Gaming Chassis

Avid gamers will definitely know that Asus is a force to be reckoned with, and the hardware manufacturer has now added another feather to its proverbial hat with the Asus Vento A1 gaming chassis. Made from aluminum, you get...

Boston Acoustics Duo-i

Boston Acoustics has taken the plunge into the cut-throat iPod speaker dock world with it's maiden outing, the Duo-i. This iPod speaker dock will feature a couple of Boston 3.5" drive units, ported acoustic enclosures and BassTrac that work...

Archos 606 To Come With 3G

Word on the street has it that the upcoming Archos 606 will come with 3G connectivity, and will most probably share the same dimensions as the Archos 605 despite having a larger screen (1cm to 2cm more) and an...

Casio Exilim EX-F1 to be Released in Japan on March 28th

You Remember the Casio Exilim Pro EX-F1 (photo gallery)? We showed it to you at CES 2008, and it is a digital camera that can capture photos at super-high-speed (60fps) and movies at ultra-high speed (1200fps). It will be...

BenQ SP870, SP831 DLP Projectors

BenQ has released a couple of DLP projectors for the masses - the SP870 and SP831 that will reside comfortably in the 4,000-plus ANSI lumen category. Those two won't be alone for long though as BenQ has more models...

$100 Low-Cost Computer from Intel called Nettop

By using small components designed for mobile devices, Intel can build a low-cost computer that would retail for as low as $100. When it comes to semiconductor, surface area for chips and cost of materials are at the core...

iPod Touch Clone for $70 at ComputerGeeks.com

Our friends at Crunchgear have received a promotional email that features a $70 iPod Touch clone. There’s no need to get one from potentially shady sellers from eBay or directly from China. 2GB of storage 1.3 Megapixel Camera Mini-SD extension...

Stun Gun Disguised as a Sony Ericsson W700 Phone Delivers 900,000V

Stun Guns that look like cellphones are not new, we actually mentioned a few here ourselves. However, they usually look like crappy phones, even if they can deliver 800,000V. British Police recently confiscated this W700 phone and that’s the first time...

Dreamworks Invests in 3D Stereo Movies, Hoping to Get an Edge over Pixar

Dreamworks would do that by developing movies using stereoscopic 3D, a technique that uses slightly different images, as viewed from the left and right eye, to provide a realistic depth perception. The technique itself is not new, but betting...

Apple Store to Open in Beijing

Apple is set to open two stores in Beijing and one of them is expected to be ready before the start of the Olympic Games. The first will be 1000 square meters big, while the second will be as big...

Flexible Display from Readius

There is an interesting article on news.com, in which the author talks about Readius’ flexible eBook display: “How can you balance the size of the screen so it's big enough to read and reasonably watch videos, while keeping the...

Solar Mole Chaser

I have seen all kinds of devices like that. Living in an urban area, I have little use for it, but it has a solar panel, so it sparked my interest. It turns solar energy into electricity that is...

SUV-Cam, Camcorder with Fiber-Optics Lens

The SUV-Cam records DVD-resolution video on SD cards, but what makes it really cool is the fiber optic lens that you can fit on your bike, car or helmet! If you want to hide it somewhere, it is also...

Teleport 2.0 Records Phone Conversations via USB

Sometimes don’t you wish that you had recorded that phone conversation with a customer representative that promised you something that the company now denies? Teleport 2.0 can help. It connects to your computer via USB and records conversations with...

Gear4 BassStation Speaker Dock for iPod

Is the Apple Hi-Fi back? Not really, but Gear4 thinks that it can succeed where Apple failed (the Hi-Fi was removed from the Apple store a while back. It is a simple speaker dock for iPods (35W output), and...

Reppo II Backpack, Boombox

The Reppo II backpack is in fact a boombox, with speakers and an amplifier. If you’re the outdoor party type or if you simply like to share your noise music. It was created by Joonas Saaranen, an industrial design...

iPhone SDK tops 100k downloads

It is not surprising that the iPhone SDK has already reached 100,000 units and counting. Apple has a good line up of big developers like like Electronic Arts and AOL, Namco and many more. With an installed based that...

YouTube Launches New APIs and Tools

The new features include Upload/Write APIs, YouTube Data API Localization, and Chromeless Flash Player. Now website and web app developers will be able to allow their users to upload videos straight to YouTube; to comment, rate and favorite the...

March 11, 2008

Coach Clipboard

If you want your coach to have an edge in the next game, then the Coach Clipboard is a reasonable device to consider. This portable computing device features WiFi connectivity, letting you sync with all the necessary data required...

Tent Ceiling Fan And Light

The Tent Ceiling Fan And Light from Coleman helps outdoor buffs suffer less whenever they rough it out in the wilderness, under the protection of a tent. Try camping out in a country located along the equator and you'll...

MiniGod Limited Edition Speaker

The MiniGod limited edition speaker will definitely appeal to folks who find archeology interesting, as it resembles one of those olden gods of yore carved on a totem pole in ancient civilizations. It is powered by a 9V battery,...

Vivitar ViviCam 7399 Goes Orange

The Vivitar ViviCam 7399 is now available in a bright shade of neon orange, making it a whole lot easier to find in a messy pile compared to those traditional silver-laced digital cameras. Some of the features found on...

USB Punch Head

Frustrated with the upper management for overlooking you during the recent appraisal round just because you weren't a bootlicker? Here's the USB Punch Head to help you get rid of unwanted stress. Every hit to this rubbery desktop peripheral...

Futronic FS88 Fingerprint Reader

I know that many of us have concerns of using a biometric security device - what if someone lops off one of our digits just to gain access to our biometric-friendly safe? The Futronic FS88 fingerprint reader is here...

2GB Cell Phone Watch

Another day, another cell phone watch. This GSM offering features the following specifications for you to act out your Dick Tracy fantasies :- Network: GSM 900/1800MHz 2GB internal memory Interface language: Chinese, English, French, Russian, Arabic, Vietnamese SIM card:...

Minox Digital Eyepiece Camera 5.0

The Minox Digital Eyepiece Camera 5.0 is prety unique as it functions as a dSLR camera body, where you fit a scope to it instead of a lens. There are several different mounts that comes with the camera, with...

Electronic Post-It Note

Post-It notes are an American way of life (and at offices worldwide for that measure), but how would you fancy an electronic version? This DIY model will require a fair bit of skill to assemble, but the final result...

Time Bomb Alarm Clock

I just hate the din that an alarm clock makes in the morning, as it is a real chore to get up and out of bed, even more so when one has had a rough night the day before....

Kwikset Smartkey System

The Kwikset Smartkey system was specially designed to keep your home more secure even when you're away on a long holiday, requiring a special adaptor that teaches the Smartkey lock to use a new key. Perfect for those who...

Lounge Shower Head

Taking a bath after a hard day at the office is often a therapeutic experience, and Newform's Lounge shower head claims to soothe away the day's stress and more, thanks to a raining jet of water and a combination...

Nokia N810 Price Cut

If you have been holding out for the Nokia N810 to come down in price, now's the time to take affirmative action. The Finnish cell phone manufacturer has just shaved $90 off the N810's recommended retail price, and it now...

Thermofocus 5-in-1 Infrared Thermometer

We have all heard of point-and-click, and here's a thermometer that takes a somewhat similar route - the Thermofocus 5-in-1 Infrared Thermometer. This device is capable to capture one's body temperature accurately without having to come into skin-to-skin contact...

Zoombak GPS Receiver

The Zoombak GPS receiver is small - so small, it equals to the size of a Zippo lighter while integrating a GPS receiver and cellular radio within. It is capable of reporting back on its location when queried, and...

FMG-9 Foldable Submachine Gun

Who'd knew that origami could ever visit the violent world of guns - MagPul has developed a FMG-9 foldable submachine gun which make this deadly weapon all the more easy to carry around, concealed under a thick barrage of...

Lenovo ThinkVision Monitors Are Green

Green enough to pick up the EPEAT Gold qualification at least, giving Lenovo the honour of being the only computer manufacturer to offer such a distinction. For those who are not in the know, EPEAT stands for Electronic Product...

Hamster Paper Shredder

So you're too poor to purchase a paper shredder from Office Depot, and your pet hamster looks out of sorts lately after doing nothing but lazing around his cage all day long. What are you to do? Just cobble...

ElectroKID iPod Dock

The ElectroKID iPod dock from Krell and MartinLogan is definitely off the charts when it comes to extravagance, as it retails for a whopping $2,700 just because it comes with supposed top-quality preamp circuitry. Should you be mad enough...

Brain To Control Wheelchairs

Folks confined to a wheelchair might find new degrees of freedom soon, as Eurpoean researchers have successfully developed technology that enables mere brain signals to control computers, artificial limbs and even wheelchairs. This non-intrusive brain-computer interface (BCI) is developed...

Wasabi Smoke Detector

Ever wondered how the deaf and hard of hearing will be able to be startled from their slumber in the event of a fire? Fret no more, as there is a new wasabi smoke detector from Japan that helps...

Rumor: T-Mobile in Canada in 2009?

This information comes from The Boy Genius Report and has not been confirmed yet. A financing and protocol agreement has been pre-approved which will allow Deutsche Telekom to launch T-Mobile in Canada in 2009. Rogers is the only GSM network...

AU Optronics 24-inch LCD Monitor

AU Optronics claim that it is first off the blocks to release a true wide-aspect ratio, full HD 24-inch flat-panel LCD display in the world. Capable of displaying 16:9 ratio at a native 1080p resolution, this LCD monitor is...

Microsoft Aero-inspired Keyboard & Mouse

Microsoft has rolled out a brand new Aero-inspired wireless keyboard and mouse combo for the masses. This new bundle will not require additional hardware upgrades and can be used right out of the box. I must say she looks...

LG Rumor Now In Green

In order to celebrate St. Patrick's Day, Sprint customers can pick up the LG Rumor that comes in a shade of green, bringing the following features to the palm of your hand :- Integrated MP3 player microSD memory card...

RIM Secures BlackBerry Camera

RIM has filed a patent that helps lock-down the BlackBerry camera so that corporate users won't be able to use it to capture industry secrets while at the office instead of just getting them camera-less BlackBerrys. This lock-down method...

Oral Grip Machine

I know that the name Oral Grip Machine might elicit a snigger or two from some of you, but this is a pure, clean gadget that is meant to exercise your mouth. When used up to 4 times a...

LEGO Touch Concept

The LEGO Touch concept definitely makes the iPhone even more appealing, letting you carry virtually unlimited Lego bricks in your pocket, where a cover-flow type interface enables one to go through every Lego brick imaginable, building up just about...

The Original Cell Phone

Strangely enough, Levi's own cell phone known as The Original doesn't sound too original. Features of this boring candybar includes :- 2 megapixel camera 60MB internal memory microSD memory card slot Bluetooth 1.2 with A2DP (truly original...no Bluetooth 2.0?)You...

New Concept Notebook From Acer

Acer claims that they will roll out a new concept design for a notebook PC tomorrow, with the new style touted to bring about a major change to an existing design. I suppose this new concept will see Acer's...

SanDisk Announces Fuze

We brought you news that the Fuze from SanDisk is available on Amazon for $99 yesterday, and SanDisk has made it official that this portable media player will take aim at Apple's iPod nano line. You will be able...

Pexagon Customizes USB Flash Drives

Oftentimes when you want to purchase a USB flash drive with a personalized message or name on it, you will have to make a bulk order. Pexagon does not rely on that business model, allowing you to purchase individual...

DS Pedometer For Better Health

Who says games are nothing but vehicles of sloth and sloppiness? Ubisoft's new DS pedometer will definitely help you get moving, as it was released to complement the My Weight Loss Coach DS title. All you need to do...

OLEDs To Get Cheaper

OLEDs might be pretty expensive at the moment, but they will soon be cheaper to manufacture as GE has developed a method to make OLEDs in a roll-to-roll manner, resulting in lowered costs that (hopefully) will be translated to...

Panasonic Plasma HDTVs For 2008

Panasonic's 2008 lineup for its plasma HDTV range comprises of 5 series, with multiple screen sizes for each despite sharing identical features. Most of the models are already available, although the 800U and 850U series will only arrive at retail...

In-air Internet From Gogo Due Soon

gogo, a service developed by AirCell will soon be made available for folks who take to the skies, enabling Internet browsing thanks to a modified version of a EVDO Revision A cellular connection that supplies a 3Mbps Internet link...

KontrolFreek FPS Freek

KontrolFreek will soon unleash its latest gaming peripheral known as the FPS Freek to the masses. This snap-on controller will rest on the thumbstick, lengthening them so that small adjustments will translate to accurate aim on the screen while...

Smallest Projector Claim By Sanyo

Sanyo has claimed to have released the smallest and lightest LCD projector in the world with the LP-XW60. It tips the scales at a mere 3.5 pounds, featuring a contrast ratio of 400:1, a 2,000-lumen brightness, a 4:3 aspect...

HTC Advantage X7510 Up For Pre-Order

The HTC Advantage X7510 has not yet gotten an official price rating or release date just yet, but it is already available for pre-order by a fair number of online retailers with a wide range of prices to choose...

GT5 Prologue Sees European Release

GT5 Prologue has just received pricing details as well as a release date in Europe. If you're a huge fan of this racing simulator, mark out March 26th on your calendar and put aside £25 for the game. Those...

Jamo DMR 70 AV Unit

Jamo has a brand new range of AV units available for the masses, with the DMR70 leading the pack. This 5.1-channel DVD receiver brings to the table 5 x 65W power, Dolby Digital, DTS 5.1, and Dolby Pro-Logic II...

Alltel LG Glimmer Is Official

Alltel's LG Glimmer has been announced officially, moving forward from the Shine handset platform by increasing its display by another 0.6" while throwing in touch screen capability for that iPhone mania that has swept the nation. Other specifications include...

Hulu Goes Public

Hulu, a joint project by Fox and NBC-Universal will no longer be in its private beta stage tomorrow as this web-based service will be opened up to all US residents, allowing those with high-speed Internet access to stream TV...

An Insider Look at the Emerging Communications Conference 2008 (video)

Our colleague at Uberpulse did a Skype video interview of Lee Dryburgh, the organiser and chairperson of the upcoming Emerging Communications (eComm) conference that starts tomorrow, to talk more in depth about the event. Like why he decided to...

Twist Camera Concept

Check out the Twist Camera concept - this portable digital camera relies on a winding mechanism for its power, enabling several images to be taken per cycle of the mechanism. Needless to say, features will be minimal as portability...

Attache Lady USB Flash Drive

Did you make the terrible mistake of forgetting your sweetheart's birthday? If you have answered in the affirmative, I would suggest picking up the Attache "Lady" USB flash drive from PNY as a make up gift. It won't beat...

iRiver E100 Gets Looked At

The folks at Akihabaranews have taken iRiver's E100 out for a spin, and they have come away with some rather positive views. Other than the fact that there is no Bluetooth compatibility with this unit, a lack of reactivity with...

Nixon Murf Watches

Nixon has released a new range of Murf watches that draw inspiration from the 1970s, featuring a dial watch that has rotating hour and minute wheels which are located behind a fixed-position indicator. If you feel that the classic...

Getac B300 Is Hardy

The Getac B300 is one tough nut to break, as this fully-rugged laptop features the following specifications :- 1,200 Nit readable screen Optional night vision feature 13.3" TFT XGA display Intel Core 2 Duo Merom L7500 processor 12 hours...

Wal-Mart Stops Cheap Linux PC Sales

Retail giant Wal-Mart has halted the sales of cheap PCs that come pre-loaded with Linux at its stores since there weren't enough customers to justify the costs of selling it. A spokesperson from Wal-Mart stated that cheap PCs aren't what...

New Motorola Handset Line-up

Here's Motorola's upcoming handset line-up that will hopefully revive the flagging communication giant's bottom line - apparently, the upcoming CTIA Wireless event will see a new 5 megapixel handset join the fray, with plans for another camera phone of...

Intel Atom to Get Dual-Core, Higher Frequency

Intel just launched its Atom brand and we already know what is coming next. A leaked roadmap shows that Atom will get a dual core version and a frequency push to 1.87Ghz. This is not so surprising: it is...

Key Chain Solar Charger

The key Chain solar charger is meant to slow down the drain of your battery, but if you’re patient enough, you might be able to charge it, although I guess that it would take a few days for a...

Symbio Design Alfa - Alien Looking Speakers

It is not for nothing that the company is called Symbio Design – these speakers look like some random Aliens in Men In Black. They can be used in pair like shown above, or in a larger group, as...

SEGA Karada Fitness Trainer

This headset connects to your MP3 player and monitors your heart rate by using a sensor that attaches to the left lobe. On the right side is host to all the controls. Of course, it is possible to select...

Firefox 3 Beta 4 is Available

Just a quick post to announce that Firefox 3 Beta 4 is available for download. Obviously there are numerous improvements over previous beta versions, but here are a few highlights: Performance: some popular web 2.0 applications are running twice...

The End of WiFi Hotspots? Not so Fast

Johan Bergendahl, chief marketing officer of Sony Ericsson suggested that WiFi hotspots will soon go extinct, overtaken by HSDPA and other cellular-based connections. ”Hotspots at places like Starbucks are becoming the telephone boxes of the broadband era,” Well that’s...

Belkin Power Strip with USB Ports

Belkin has one more power trip into their bag of tricks: the Mini Surge Protector with USB Charger promises to be handy to power the laptop and smaller devices that can be USB-charged. Note that this should be one...

Gigabyte M528 MID Close-Up Video

This is the second video of the Gigabyte M528 MID from our friends at UMPCportal This one shows a closer view of the device and the user interface. There is a lot more work that needs to be done on...

March 10, 2008

Radio Control Rapid Assault

Annoy the heck out of your co-workers with this radio controlled Rapid Assault toy. The cannon holds a dozen foam darts that can be shot out in quick succession, and has an attacking range of up to 20 feet in...

Limited Edition Olympus Mju 1020

If you're into collecting limited edition items, then the Olympus Mju 1200 should be taken into consideration since there will only be 5,000 of such units available. Each of these limited edition digital cameras feature uniquely-styled skins by internationally-acclaimed...

Float Away Laptop Concept

The Float Away concept by designer Young Hwan Kim concentrates on the bane of mobile computing - the matter of heat. His design involves an extremely simple solution, and you'll probably smack your forehead with your palm thinking, "Now...

Wireless Keyboard Takes Slim Route

This wireless keyboard from gadget mavens Brando looks like an ordinary keyboard at first glance, but it holds a trump card by including a two-button touch pad similar to those you'll find on a notebook. The keyboard itself comes...

K2 Porcupine Flashlight

The K2 Porcupine Flashlight is one self-protection device that will definitely come in handy if you are a lady and have to walk home alone late at night. You just can't take chances these days, which is why the...

GM Corporation Slim LP PC Case

GM Corporation took the opportunity at CeBIT 2008 to introduce its Slim LP PC case range that comes with an external optical disc drive. Won't these just add up to the same amount of bulk in the end? I guess...

Wii Crossbow Add-On

Up the realism factor when it comes to Link's Crossbow Training on the Nintendo Wii with this unique add-on that boasts a laser sight and a ball-tipped arrow which actually fires when triggered. I'm not too sure why the...

Fashionation Launches iSpin

The iSpin from Fashionation is a portable DJ kit for you to mix tunes from your iPod as well as compatible MP3 players. It can be connected to a computer, playing MP3 tunes directly from the hard drive if...

DS Lite Gets Movie Downloads

Nintendo's DS Lite is an awesome portable gaming machine, but how does it fare when it comes to being a portable media player? Without third party applications, the DS Lite fares badly in this aspect, but Nintendo aims to...

Imation MOBI Solid State Drive

Imation has launched its new line of Mtron powered Solid State Drive (SSD), and they comprise of the MOBI 3000 Series and the PRO 7000 Series which target power users and corporate use, respectively. Both will come in 32GB...

Lacie 1TB Desktop Hard Drive

LaCie has just launched a new range of external hard drives known as the Desktop Hard Disk. It supports USB 2.0 only and comes in a simplistic black design that makes one remember all those Model Ts from Ford's...

Plug It USB Adapter

This USB charging data cable known as the Plug It USB adapter has been touted by its manufacturer to being the smallest in the world, although that claim has yet to be substantiated. However, let's not focus on minor...

French Maid Skirt PC Case Mod

This PC case mod will definitely appeal to just a minority, although that won't stop a whole bunch of people from ogling who try to supress their hidden, innermost desires to own one. If you have the dough to...

Optimus Mini Gets Next Generation

The Optimus Mini has defied all odds by being released, and now Art Lebedev is already working on a next generation. While the original came with just three keys of OLED displays, the next version will comes with a...

IOGEAR PCPortal Launched

The PCPortal from IOGEAR has just been launched, bringing a hardware-based virtual desktop solution for users to access their computers with just an Internet connection without the hassle of managing and configuring software. The PCPortal device comes with a...

Energy Sistem Inngenio 6000

Energy Sistem looks set to give the iPod family a run for their money with the Inngenio 6000. This portable media player comes with a 2.8" touch screen display held by a shiny steel case, and while there is...

Its A Me, A Mario Wii Case Mod!

Check out this Wii case mod that will definitely send Mario fans over the moon (although he has already traversed the vast breadth and length in Super Mario Galaxy). The Mario figure has been sculpted out of clay and...

Inkel IDS-1500 Docking Station

The Inkel IDS-1500 you see above is firstly a WiFi phone docking station that comes with an iPod-compatible port, but Apple lovers will probably claim otherwise, saying that it is an iPod speaker dock first that offers some room...

Mac Of Yore Carries TP Now

This old Mac SE case that you see here has not run out of its usefulness just yet - it has been modified to hold toilet paper, and has been given the ridiculously cute name of iWipe. The entire...

Razorba War Hammer

This isn't a weapon of war nor a tool to be kept in your shed, as the Razorba War Hammer is but a back shaver. Judging by the heavy duty name, you must come from a long line of...

Seven Alarm Clock

The Seven alarm clock is one of the best thought up designs I've come across so far for this humble home appliance, and I am sure that you are inclined to agree with me. Designer Joel Escalona aims to...

John Carmack wants to Develop Games for the iPhone

Along with EA (Maxis) and Sega (Super Monkey Ball), Doom creator John Carmack has added his company id to the list of game developers for the iPhone/iPod Touch platform. According to him, the distribution capabilities offered by iTunes is...

Hello Kitty Phone Charger

Guess nothing is sacred when it comes to Hello Kitty. This mouthless, pasty-faced feline from Japan is now available in the form of a phone charger, and you can hook it up to a handset with exhausted batteries in order...

Blade Runner MP3 Player

This MP3 player definitely looks like a cell phone at first glance, but it is actually nothing but an ordinary MP3 player. Dubbed the Blade Runner MP3 player, you get the following hardware specifications in your palm :- 1.8"...

Milner AirCar To Take Flight

So we've seen a car that actually transforms into an underwater vehicle - now here's a car that can bring its passengers up into the sky, courtesy of a diesel-powered engine that can cruise at speeds of up to...

Sony Giga Juke Home Audio Players

Sony's prepping its line of Giga Juke home audio players for a UK launch, where the networked SC55PKE model will feature the following :- 80GB hard drive 16x CD ripping 4.3" LCD display iPod/Walkman compatibilityIt also comes with a...

Intel SSDs To Hit 160GB

Intel's Z-P140 solid state drive is but a predecessor to superior drives in the future (2008 to be exact). According to Intel's flash memory marketing head Troy Winslow, the chipmakerwill be introducing a series of 1.8" and 2.5" drives...

Shocking Foosball Experience

A game of foosball with your mates at the local watering hole is always fun, but as you know, it gets boring after a while if you're always on the losing end. Enter this concept foosball table that features...

iPhone VR Head Mount Concept

The iPhone is definitely one pint sized dynamite, and Box Fab has come up with what could revolutionize the iPhone movement even further with its 3D Virtual Reality head-mount for the handset. While Nintendo's Virtual Boy was a real...

MPIO V10 Portable Media Player

MPIO has had its fair share of hits and misses in the past (more of the latter), but the V10 could vindicate it from being compared with Cowon's highly rate Q5. The V10 comes with a 3" touch screen...

Samsung SWT-W100K WiBro Communicator

Samsung has just launched its SWT-W100K WiBro Communicator in Korea, bringing 13Mbps wireless Internet access to a portable device. Features of the SWT-W100K include :- 4.3" WVGA TFT-LCD touch screen display PMP functionality T-DMB TV with PIP function Built-in...

USB Mini Mouse Speaker

This tiny little speaker known as the USB Mini Mouse Speaker (for obvious reasons) is compatible with virtually any audio device, thanks to its 3.5 stereo audio connector. Brando is carrying it for $14 a unit, and it works...

USB Mini Lips Speaker

A sexy set of pouty, red lips is desirable to some folks, so those who have such a fetish will definitely find the USB Mini Lips Speaker interesting. Other than the unique form factor, you can't really expect it...

Kensington Travel Plug Adapter

Frequent globetrotters will find that having a universal travel plug adapter is a must, considering the amount of gadgets one has to carry around these days. Enter the Kensington Travel Plug Adapter that features a slide-out plug form factor,...

Asus VW223B LCD Monitor

Multi-taskers will definitely take to the Asus VW223B LCD monitor fondly, as it features DisplayLink's DL-160 chip inside that allows you to daisy chain up to half a dozen LCD monitors over a single standard USB 2.0 cable. In...

Gecko UMPC At CeBIT

Norhtech of Thailand paraded its UMPC at CeBIT 2008, offering yet another alternative in the rapidly expanding market of simple, efficient, portable and cheap computers. So far from the marketing strategy seen at CeBIT, this unit known as the...

Asus Takes Bamboo Seriously With Concepts

Asus is toying with the idea of including bamboo as part of its construction material in these new concept products at CeBIT 2008. Some of these include a couple of bamboo laptops, a bamboo monitor and a bamboo-covered PC....

Buffalo MiniStation TurboUSB

Buffalo has just debuted its 500GB MiniStation TurboUSB device that claims to be "one of the highest capacity portable storage devices on the market today". It features a claimed performance speed of up to 30% faster than normal USB...

HANNSMilano LCD TV

Aspiring fashionistas will definitely appreciate the HANNSMilano LCD TV that resembles a handbag styled after Italian fashion. Its high-gloss lustrous black finish is accompanied by a two-toned appearance and 100% genuine imported Italian leather exterior, featuring intricate detailing to...

British Transport Police Get Flying Drones

The British Transport Police have new toys to play with - a $60,000 remote controlled flying robot to be exact. It seems that theft of metal on British railways is a nagging problem that needs to be resolved as...

Wii TV Stand Makes Gaming A Cinch

Couch potatoes who love video games, rejoice - especially for Wii owners. Thanko's latest offering, the weirdly named 'Electric Up and Down Big TV Stand', is capable of lifting your slim flat panel display up to 1.3m, being operated...

Cowon Q5W Runs SNES Emulator

The Cowon Q5W blurs the line between a tablet PC and a portable media player, and the fact that it runs on Windows CE 5.0 means that there is ample opportunity to tweak it further. In this instance, somebody...

New Eee PC Gets Release Date

The new Eee PC 900 series has just received the US release date which has been scheduled for this April, with prices starting from $500 upwards, depending on the configuration. Those living in Europe will lose out as they...

Sprint Mogul ROM Update

Sprint has rolled out a major Mogul ROM update today, and this update will see the Bluetooth fixed while providing some EVDO Rev. A and GPS action. Sprint Mogul owners can now heave a sigh of relief as they...

Xbox 360 Price Cut Official

There is no better time than now to pick up an Xbox 360 if you're residing in the UK, as from this Friday (March 14) onwards, the 20GB model will retail for GBP199.99, while the Elite version will be...

Antibac 2K Magic Ball Air Purifier

Don't you just wish that you could escape to the mountains sometimes to breathe in all that fresh air, escaping from the city smog? With the Antibac 2K Magic Ball Air Purifier, you could save yourself on a couple...

Sony DVP-FX720 Portable DVD Player

Sony's new DVP-FX720 portable DVD player targets frequently traveling folks, featuring a 5 hour battery life and a 7" LCD display that boasts true 16:9 widescreen format that is preferred when it comes to watching movies. In addition to...

Eco-Speakers

Each pair of Eco-Speakers are definite candidates to spruce up an otherwise boring desktop. Not only do they look funky, they can be folded flat for portability. Choose from a variety of patterns and designs. Don't worry about filling...

iPhone Gets Unlimited Voice Plan

If you're a chatterbox and have a cell phone glued to your ear for most of the day, then unlimited calling plans are definitely your best friend. The iPhone plan from AT&T now comes with an unlimited voice plan,...

iPhone 2.0 To Feature Search?

Eagle eyed folks at blarkKABOOM have spotted a tiny search icon in the iPhone's Contacts application, so this could very well mean that iPhone firmware 2.0 that will roll out this July will feature a search function as well....

LTK-2000 Therapy Station

The LTK-2000 Therapy Station is one device where pressured executives would welcome, be it at home or at the office. This Korean gadget not only features 24 relaxing sounds for different categories (concentration, therapy for depression, etc), it also...

City Car Concept For Easy Parking

The bane of bustling cities would be the lack of parking, especially in the downtown area where any spot will make do, never mind a fine from the local council. The City Car concept from folks at the Massachusetts...

Panasonic KX-WP800 Skype Phone

Japan will be getting their first Skype phone from Panasonic in the form of the KX-WP800. There is still no word of a Western release, but it ought to garner a fair bit of sales if brought westwards. Features...

Mecha-Chu HeliBug

Taiyo Toy of Japan has just introduced its Mecha-Chu HeliBug that flies around the place in a brightly colored body, featuring dual copter blades and transparent wings that resemble those of an insect in order to up the realism...

Biometric Vault Security Safe

Keeping your treasured possessions safe can be quite a challenge these days, but thankfully skillful thieves aren't exactly that common. The Biometric Vault Security Safe helps keep your belongings secure by using fingerprints as the method of authentication. It...

Conceptual Breast Pump

Breast is best, or so the saying goes. Unfortunately, mums bear the brunt of teething babies, but I guess this is the part where love conquers all, right? While breast pumps aren't exactly the newest items on the block,...

Bluebird Pidion BM-350

CeBIT 2008 was the platform where the Bluebird Pidion BM-350 PDA phone was introduced, offering support for both 3G connectivity and support for GPS navigation. The rest of the specifications are as follows :- Quad-band GSM (850/900/1800/1900 MHz), 3G...

Miharu Home Care Camera

The Miharu Home Care Camera merges both a video camera and an LED light, letting you record whatever treasure is stored in nooks and crannies throughout your entire home. Definitely the perfect gift for kids who want to while...

Doro HandleEasy Cell Phone

Your old man can't really comprehend how to navigate with the iPhone? Is the Nokia N95 too hard to use? Well, there is always the barebones handset known as the Doro HandleEasy. Judging by the name, this cell phone...

AquaSpherePRO Dispensing System

Folks who own a pond at home will find that maintaining it can be rather hard work. The AquaSpherePRO Dispensing System aims to ease your burden, as all you need to do is drop this patented, pond-maintenance dispensing system...

Talking Caller ID Announce Station

The Talking Caller ID Announce Station is one interesting device that ensures you don't have to rush over to your house phone from the kitchen each time it rings. After all, it actually reads out the actual name of...

Philips Retro Style Ultra-Thin Camera

The Philips Retro Style Utra-Thin Camera is a very basic 3 Megapixel and a Flash, but there’s no optical zoom. Yes, it’s like: “What???”. It has a couple of qualities, though: it’s cheap and it’s cute! It worked for...

Rumor: 60GB Xbox 360

It is rumored that Microsoft is preparing a 60GB version of the Xbox 360 game console. That upgrade would happen in May or June – if that’s true, of course. There could be many reasons for this change, but...

Asus Essentio CS5110 Media Center PC

The Essentio CS5110 PC is meant to be in your living room and that’s why it is so shiny. That might be, but when I’m watching a movie in the dark, I would most likely hate that blue LED...

Gigabyte GSmart MS808 Smartphone

Photo from Akihabaranews It might look like an MP3 Player, but this is a cute little phone has enough brain and muscle to impress: Windows Mobile 6.1 HSDPA (3G) 624Mhz CPU GPS TV/FM Radio WiFi 3 Megapixel Camera Product line...

Asus Eee to Use Intel Atom, Hard Drive and More

If the Asus Eee was to use Intel’s Atom, it might have a longer battery life. The hard drive would solve the storage limit issue that some users or prospective buyers have been complaining about. Jerry Shen from Asus...

Sansa Fuze Gets Official on Amazon

On March 4th, we told you about the upcoming Sansa Fuze but back then it was just a rumor. Amazon has published the specs that look like this: 4GB 1.9” Display Voice Recorder MicroSD / MicroSDHC WMA/MP3/MPEG4 24hrs audio...

Eneloop Design Hand Warmer

The Eneloop Kairo is a rechargeable battery-powered hand-warmer that has two preset temperatures: 39 and 43 degrees Celsius. The battery lasts 5 and 7 hours – which is fairly good for a heating device. It takes three hours to...

31-inch OLED Display from Samsung at CEBIT

Samsung was showing an 31” uber-thin OLED TV at CEBIT. While this is interesting, it is hardly new – except to remind us that the company is making steady progress in this area. In the past, Epson demonstrated a...

March 7, 2008

Urban Tool perCushion

The Urban Tool perCushion is definitely unique, bring a mono-speaker cushion that features Bluetooth connectivity. Unfortunately, it will retail for approximately $500 which is way too much for what it costs, considering you don't even get stereo audio from...

USB Heart-to-Heart microSD Card Reader

Here's a microSD memory card reader that is perfect for all thsoe lovey-dovey couples. In addition to being a microSD card reader, it also doubles up as a USB flash drive as long as there is a microSD card...

Melody Open Hearing Aids Now Available

Hearing Central LLC has just announced a trio of new models of hearing aids from its Melody range. First off we have the Melody A1 that features two channels and a dozen bands, making it good to counter moderate...

Iona Cube Concept

Cambridge Consultants have come up with the Iona Cube concept design that packs a WiFi-enabled Internet radio into a low-cost design, offering a novel, simplified interface where users will be able to access up to 10,000 Internet radio stations....

Gepetto Paintball Robot

Getting hit by a paintball is a painful affair, but at least you can try to exact revenge on your human counterpart. What happens if you are up against a robotic opponent? Builder Che Edoga (aka “darkback2?) has come...

Kinetic Energy Concept

I love kinetic energy-powered watches, as there is no such thing as battery life to worry about. Enter the Kinetic Energy concept device that ensures the plethora of gadgets you carry around are always juiced up. Meant to be...

Epiphan VGA2USB External Frame Grabber

The Epiphan VGA2USB External Frame Grabber comes in handy only when you're not using a PC and relying on the simple Alt + Print Screen combo. Available in half a dozen models, just make sure you're using VGA or...

MagneTrace Monitors Pills Taken

Ever wondered what happens to all those pills that you have swallowed by following your doctor's order? The MagneTrace will be able to know what kind of medicine enters your body system through your throat, recording the exact time...

Shuttle K45 mini-PC

Shuttle has rolled out its barebone K45 mini-PC that supports both power-saving and current dual-core processors. Simplicity is the order of the day with the K45, as it is meant to work equally well in different environments such as...

Jaybird Stereo Bluetooth Headset

The Jaybird is a stereo Bluetooth headset that comes with an iPod adapter and mini-stereo adapter, letting you use it with a whole bunch of audio devices without limiting it to just stereo Bluetooth-compatible gadgets. Three buttons on the...

U Record Converts LPs And Cassettes

So you've got a whole bunch of LPs and cassettes sitting down at home, with absolutely no idea on how to turn them over to the world of MP3s? Enter the U Record device which specifically targets both LPs...

Sony Ericsson Patent For PSP Phone

Is the PSP Phone a go or no go? Everyone has their own view on this, and the signs definitely point toward the former accoding to this new Sony Ericsson patent application known as “Orientation based multiple mode mechanically...

But-On Koncept Microwave

The But-On Koncept microwave design will fit in very nicely with homes of the future, not only looking very simple but colorful as well. This is one unique microwave idea as it features a top loading microwave in the...

Mooon+ Concept Cell Phone

The Mooon+ concept cell phone is different from what we've seen this far due to the fact that the mouthpiece can be detached from the handset itself, turning into an automatic Bluetooth headset as and when you need it....

Wizplat NAS-20 Looks Great

The Wizplat NAS-20 networked attached storage device might be pretty ordinary in its function and does just about the same as other NAS devices in the market, but it stands out among the crowd thanks to the unorthodox design....

Asus M536 PDA Phone

Asus has taken CeBIT 2008 to be the platform to introduce its new GPS-enabled PDA phone known as the M536. This handset features a full QWERTY keyboard and will succeed the Asus M530W, bringing the following features to the...

Phenom Gaming Rig All Set To Take Off

Check out this PC case mod that certainly looks as though it has the punch to take off into outer space. Inside you will find AMD's 2.6GHz Phenom 9900 processor that ought to be more than a match for...

Technaxx Touch Screen PMP

Here comes the Technaxx touch screen portable media player that seem to ride on the iPhone craze. What are some of the features you can expect from the TouchMe player? Well, check it out below :- 2.8" (320 x...

MagStay Pro Clip

The MagStay Pro clip helps keep your MagSafe power connector in place, regardless of whether it is on a 15" or 17" MacBook Pro. It isn't really complicated in design, being a retainer that hooks into the USB port...

VoIP Heads For The iPhone?

What would Apple do if somebody came up with a VoIP program for the iPhone? Chances are, folks will prevent it from making calls over a cell network in order to afford AT&T some much needed protection. However, the...

CPU Cooler Case Mod

Having a PC with fancy parts inside is good and all, especially when you're a hardcore gamer. Cooling is one aspect where you will need to be familiar with though, as all that heat emanated is probably too much...

Floppy Drive Takes In CDs Now

How many of you still remember the good old days where 5.25" floppy disk drives used to rule the roost? Well, how about taking one of those antique pieces of technology and converting it into a CD-ROM drive? All...

Knex Sniper Rifle

Check out this DIY rifle that will definitely make you the envy of others. It can be configured into different combinations, depending on your creativity and preference. This sniper rifle shoots yellow rods, but I'd be extremely careful as...

PosiMotion Wireless GPS For iPhone

The iPhone will apparently get the first wireless GPS accessory in the world, thanks to PosiMotion. According to PosiMotion, this wireless GPS accessory will not only support the iPhone but the iPod touch as well, with a summer release...

Planex BT-01CAR Bluetooth System

I just love Bluetooth technology - being loosed from the shackles of wires is definitely an enlightening experience, and there is nothing quite like talking on a Bluetooth headset while driving, keeping my full concentration on the road. Planex...

March 6, 2008

Gigabyte M704 UMPC

I like Gigabyte's M704 UMPC that made its rounds during CeBIT this year, as it brings together a computer with a sliding form factor of a cell phone. From the specifications below, this is perfect for the most basic...

Xbox 360 To Get Blu-ray Drive?

Since the death of HD DVD, rumors abound that Microsoft's Xbox 360 might very well get a Blu-ray drive add on. It seems that a top Sony executive have confirmed this rumor, claiming that Sony and Microsoft are having...

BenQ Joybook A53

BenQ seemed to have missed the memo with its Joybook A53 that does not ship with any of the new Penryn processors, relying instead on a traditional Core 2 Duo T7250 processor to run the proceedings. Features include :-...

Casio EXILIM EX-Z9

Casio has a new point-and-shoot model in the form of the EXILIM EX-Z9 that comes in an array of exciting colors to cater for different tastes and preferences. Some of its features are :- 8.1-megapixel camera with 3x optical...

Evil Roomba Twin Cousin

The young are normally angsty, and think that the whole world is against them with an axe to grind. A lot of urban areas see graffiti as a way of life, where young people learn to express and rant...

Modular Snake Robots

I know there are some people who already freak out when they see a snake, but this Modular Snake Robot will definitely send them packing out of the house, shrieking and all. This work considers two issues: snake robot...

Download Movies In A Flash

A group of engineers at a British university claim to have constructed a device that offers broadband speeds of up to 100 times faster than what we have today, despite costing 75% less. It does so by channeling data...

Asus Lion Square CPU Cooler

Asus has just rolled out its Lion Square CPU cooler that looks bad-ass, featuring the face of a lion totem borrowed from the Sword Lion shield. I always thought that male lions, flowing mane and all were just lazy...

Spore Hops Onto iPhone

Spore will hold the distinction of being the first third party iPhone game, but folks who are eager to try it out have no choice but to wait until September. Well, hopefully by then the 3G iPhone would have...

Solar-powered Lawnmower

I guess it makes perfect sense that nobody would want to mow the lawn when it is raining, so the premise for a solar-powered lawnmower is a no-brainer. Husqvarna has rolled out its automatic electric solar-powered hybrid robotic lawn...

NEC VT800 Projector

Folks in the office management field, listen up! NEC has just announced its new VT800 digital network-ready projector that targets education and corporate settings. With network functions, you can send images and video over different rooms to create an...

Sirius Backseat TV System Ships

Sirius' Backseat TV system has now begun to ship from selected Sirius retailers, allowing those pesky passengers behind to comment less on your (lack of) driving skill and concentrate more on the show at hand. It is compatible with...

Memory Mouse Concept

The Memory Mouse doesn't look too comfortable to hold, coming in your typical hockey puck style. What it does carry though, is 4GB or 8GB of built-in memory and a touch scroll wheel. Well, at least it frees up...

Veiro Cranks Up To Play

Now here's an eco-friendly MP3 player that doesn't help contribute to battery landfills - the Veiro eco-friendly MP3 player comes with a wind-up charger that allows you to crank it whenever you run out of juice. It is said...

iPhone to Get Real Exchange Server Support

There has been some interesting news today, but the most important in my opinion, and for Apple’s business is that the iPhone will finally support true Exchange Server support, instead of the crap pop4 support. This will allow corporate...

Real-Time 3D using Cell-Based Rendering… in Excel

It is not a new 3D rendering technique, but the idea is fun: render vector graphics using excel cells as “pixels”. It reminds me of the old good time of ASCII demos. This was spotted by my friend Andrew...

Sony Developing Apple TV Rival

Sony is not content with winning the high definition format war with its Blu-ray emerging as the victor, as they company wants to hedge against virtually delivered content taking over the world of physcial media. Word has it that...

GeCube Does The Unexpected

7" display. 2GB of flash memory. A Linux-based operating system. Chances are, you're going to guess the Asus Eee PC only for the answer to give you a shock - it is actually a GeCube laptop that goes one...

Internet Explorer 8 Beta Now Out

Microsoft is slowly but surely losing the browser battle, although it still holds a huge chunk of the browser market with its Internet Explorer. Microsoft won't be resting on its laurels though, having just released Internet Explorer 8 Beta...

Naja King Flexible Stand

The Naja King flexible stand holds your shiny new iPhone or iPod touch in either a vertical or horizontal position, allowing you to view movies without tiring your hands. Features include a head with anti-scratch grippers that are capable...

iGO MyWay 8

CeBIT 2008 is the platform for Nav N Go to parade its iGO MyWay 8, which is actually an "upcoming yet-to-be-announced iPhone GPS receiver." Other than that rather long description, there is nothing much else that we know about...

Tactile Wand For Visually Impaired

The visually impaired could certainly make do with this 'smart' wand that features a sensor on the front that is capable of detecting nearby objects, offering feedback on just how far away the object is with varying levels of...

Samsung Drops Hybrid Player

Looks like Samsung has withdrawn itself from giving whatever remnant of life HD DVD has by canceling the launch of its BD-UP5500 hybrid Blu-ray/HD DVD player. This move comes after Toshiba has decided to kill off the HD DVD...

Seagate Cheetah 15K.6 Hard Drive

Seagate will begin to ship its new Cheetah 15K.6 hard drive later this month, and it holds the honor of being the highest performance hard drive ever to come in a 3.5" form factor. Claimed features include a 28%...

Casio G-SHOCK GW-9200

Casio has just introduced its new G-SHOCK GW-9200 that claims to offer you the most accurate time possible, tuning in to half a dozen international radios so that you will always get the right time no matter where you...

On The Network 3/6

There are so much mobile phone news that we have a site dedicated to them: UberPhones. Sony Ericsson Xperia X1 interface hints at AT&T link Samsung Anycall L258 announced for Hong Kong Asus M536 PDA with GPS Fake Sony Ericsson...

London Police Suspicious of Photographers

The London metropolitan police has started a communications campaign that urges citizens to report a suspicious photo activity. The idea is that terrorists could be doing surveillance work to plan an attack. They could, for example locate security cameras...

Thermaltake Branded LED Lights – Wait… What?

If you are interested in PC accessories, you probably know Thermaltake, but did you know that they also make LED light bulbs? Yes, that’s right, but not only fancy lights, of course. They all come with high finish, and...

Lenovo M57 May Be Green, but Super-Small? Huh?

Lenovo has announced a “green” computer that sounded like it’s ultra-small, until you see the photo. “Lenovo today announced the ThinkCentre M57/M57P "Eco" ultra small desktop PC, the first desktop PC from any manufacturer to receive GREENGUARD certification” Unless...

Team 64GB ExpressCard Solid State Drive

While many Solid State Drives (SSD) come in 2.5” to replace the internal hard drive, some use the ExpresCard format. Team is not the first company to release an ExpressCard SSD, but I think that they are the first,...

Hauppauge to Make DivX HD Box?

(not actual photo) News that Hauppauge is working a DivX HD media HUB is traveling fast on the web. We have not seen the news for ourselves, so we take it with some caution, but here’s what’s in the air,...

Duh: Sony Says That $200 Blu-Ray Player Are One Year Away, May Be

Sony Electronics President Stan Glasgow announced that $200 Blu-Ray players will arrive by next year. We personally believe that this is when mass adoption will start. "I don't think $200 is going to happen this year. Next year $200...

Medion E3212 Low-Cost GPS

Europeans will be glad to learn that Medion has announced its Medion E3212, a GPS that costs about 120 Euros (wouldn’t that be cheap if the dollar was not in the toilets?). It is loaded with GoPal 4.0, the...

ECS D10IL Asus Eee Killer Launched

The Asus Eee is so popular that it has become the target of pretty much every PC manufacturer. ECS is the latest company to finally launch a competitor on this low-cost (< $500) new sub-notebook segment. But unlike the...

March 5, 2008

Vintage Flash Camera Clock

The Vintage Flash Camera Clock should be a great present for dad, assuming he has advanced well in age and paid great attention to the paparazzi back in the 1950s. With retro products doing pretty well lately, it makes...

Lampposts Padded For Injury Prevention

Isn't this a hoot - the British government has now issued an order to wrap their lampposts in padding just because there have been a fair number of cases where texting citizens did not see where they're going, being...

Sky Prism UHF Antenna

Now this is definitely one cool-looking antenna - the Sky Prism UHF Antenna courtesy of Maspro Japan. It definitely shares a resemblance to a center channel speaker, but features a totally different function. Being an indoor device, I suppose...

Dutch Dead Bbudd Speaker System

I'm not too sure what the obsession with the dead is all about, but the Dutch Dead Bbudd speaker system certainly brings some level of charm to any desktop. It looks like some dude wrapped up all over, featuring...

Joyrider Smileys FTW!

Bring some joy into the world not by having a baby, but with the Joyrider. This device will create illuminated smiley faces along the spokes of rotating bicycle wheels, thanks to a couple of electronic devices which clip onto...

Neuromonics Treats Tinnitus

The iPod generation will probably suffer from tinnitus a few years down the road after having those signature white earbuds stuck inside for many a year now, but fret not - Neuromonics claims to have discovered a method that...

VidaBox Announces HD Streaming Capability

VidaBox has just announced that it will be offering HD DVD and Blu-ray storage and steaming abilities across its range of premium media center systems, although this announcement probably comes too late for the HD DVD camp as that...

Rotating Sphere Lounger

With winter now over and spring robins making their appearance, the Rotating Sphere Lounger sounds (and looks) like the perfect device to spruce up your garden. Forget about gazebos - this nifty home improvement idea offers adequate space for...

MindwireV5 Gaming System

The MindwireV5 gaming system ups the ante when it comes to gaming excitement, as it sends small jolts of electricity via the five self-adhesive pads which are hooked up to your arms, legs and stomach, allowing you to experience...

Samsung And Adidas Bring You miCoach

Samsung and Adidas have come together to bring a fitness-centered handset, known as the miCoach (F110). This quad-band slider cell phone features a dedicated fitness button that furnishes you with details about your heart beat, distance covered and running...

Ainol U80SE PMP

Chinese manufacturers seem to be getting better and better at churning out portable media players, and the Ainol U80SE is the latest to impress. It is not only small, pretty and slim (I guess in many ways similar to...

DreamCom 10 Laptop

The DreamCom 10 laptop is definitely different from the rest that you see in the market today, since it's main selling point is the ability of being molded to the best possible ergonomic form factor, which is different for...

Microsoft StartKey Flash Drive

Microsoft is currently working on its new StartKey portable flash drive that will see action at the end of this year, storing essential information like a user's Windows profile, applications, and settings, making it portable wherever he/she goes. Sounds...

Levitating Joystick Controls Computer

We all know of the mouse and keyboard, but are you open to a new way of controlling your computer? How about using a computer controller levitated by magnets ala Maglev? This system apparently has more benefits over standard...

Clevo M570TU Notebook

Clevo of Taiwan might sound rather foreign to you, but it is well known by other laptop vendors such as Alienware and Voodoo. This OEM manufacturer has rolled out its M570TU notebook that comes with some game-worthy specifications :-...

Gakken Self Build Vacuum Tube iPod Amplifier Kit

Vacuum tubes are so retro, and yet there are plenty of people out there who can't get enough of it just to stand out from the crowd. Enter the Gakken Self Build Vacuum Tube iPod Amplifier Kit that allows...

Logitec LIC-iREC01

The LIC-iREC01 from Logitec of Japan brings microphone functionality to your iPod, no matter the generation. All you need to do is plug it to the connector located on your iPod and hook up virtually any audio source to...

Asus Eee PC Killer Coming This Year

Looks like Asus will have to be on their guard as Acer has plans to unleash an Eee PC killer sometime in Q2 or Q3 this year. Apparently, this will not interfere with Acer's other low-cost, entry-level notebook known...

Toshiba Gigashot GSC-DW1 DVD burner

The Toshiba Gigashot GSC-DW1 DVD burner is but a reminder to all of us that had HD DVD been made the dominant format in its war against Blu-ray, this would be recording on HD DVDs instead of regular DVDs....

Buffalo 1TB LinkStation Mini

Buffalo has just rolled out its new 1TB LinkStation Mini that holds a couple of 500GB 2.5" hard drives inside a single unit, making 1TB of storage space portable on an unprecedented level. It will hit retail stores sometime...

Xbox 360 To Get Price Cut?

According to industry sources, Microsoft should be lowering the price of its entire Xbox 360 range - in Europe, at least. Videogaming247.com claims that non-disclosure agreements are already in place with leading retailers, placing a lock over their mouths...

Microsoft Goes Spherical With Surface

Word has it that Microsoft has managed to cobble together a Surface-enabled computer that comes complete with a spherical display. This is a pretty interesting development, as that would mean we can kiss goodbye to ugly yet traditional square-and-rectangular...

Sierra Wireless Compass 597 Modem

The Compass 597 USB EV-DO Rev.A modem from Sierra Wireless might look simple from the outside, but it is very different from its rivals thanks to the inclusion of a GPS receiver and the ability to connect an external...

ExpressCard To Hit 2.0

The ExpressCard standard has grown up and we will soon see version 2.0 in the market. What are some of the improvements one can expect from ExpressCard 2.0? For starters, the speed of the PCI Express bus has been...

HP Offers New Office Printers

HP is a name synonymous with printers, and the company has just rolled out a few business-class printers with the L7590 All-in-One leading the charge. This does not only print but does faxing, copying and scanning as well, with...

Takara Tomy Has New Toys

Takara Tomy is at it again, with a couple of new USB toys for your desktop to while away the time during those long Monday afternoons at the office. Unfortunately, they only work with a Japanese operating system, so...

Vodafone Shows Off Otello

CeBIT '08 is the platform for Vodafone to show off its picture-driven search known as Otello, where users need not input a word but a photo instead to the search engine. In theory, that should make it a snap...

Axess HD Home Theater PC

The Axess HD Home Theater PC from Maingear brings high definition entertainment to your living room with the following features :- AMD Phenom Quad Core processor VisionTek TV Wonder PCI HDTV Tuner 2TB of hard drive storage ATI Radeon...

C-Bot Climbs Walls

The C-Bot is definitely creepy, as it uses a gecko’s innovative foot design as a template to climb walls without any artificial adhesion. It features a molecular adhesion that simulates a gecko's foot (which is actually hairy, being fine...

Bitway Flex PC

The Bitway Flex PC is a collaboration between VIA Technologies and Bitway, and this desktop computer will be powered by the VIA pc2500 motherboard and takes a power efficient stance on things. Retailing for approximately $475, you will get...

$40k MacBook Air is Ridiculous

Filed in the “bling” category, this MacBook Air will possibly end up being the most expensive MacBook Air ever. At $39750, you get 12000 Swarovski crystals on top of a 24k gold coating.At that price, I’m not even sure...

Gigabyte M528 Video

Our friends from UPMCPortal have a video of the Gigabyte M528 on YouTube, take a look:...

Industrial Espionage in LG May Lead to a Billion Dollars Loss to Korean Economy

An ex-LG employee was indicted by Korea in a case of industrial espionage. The employee has allegedly provided 1182 computer files to a Chinese company called Changhong-Orion PDP-Chaihong which is said to have used the information to copy LG’s...

Keyboard Organizer

You can’t get rid of the junk on your desk? May be you can hide it inside this keyboard: it has a storage area sufficient for a fair number of office accessories. That said, if you can take the...

Asus Eco Book Notebook with a Bamboo Shell

Asus’s argument is that they are using less plastic, thanks to the partial bamboo casing of this Eco Notebook

MSI Anion PR620 Notebook and Air Purifer

If you happen to work in a smelly place, this is for you: MSI claims that this laptop will also purify the air, very much like a normal air purifier, using ions. The idea is funny, but I guess...

Robotic Hawk Guards Airports Against… Seagulls

Having flocks of birds flying near by airports represents a small, but yet unacceptable risk for plane engines (and the birds themselves of course), so someone came out with a 5.25 foot remote controlled robotic hawk that is so...

Stage Rack Super Combo

Everybody loves the SATA HDD Stage Rack, the cradle for hard drive that connects a SATA drive to a computer via USB. This new version can connect to a computer via USB, E-SATA, Firewire 800 and Firewire 400. Right now, it...

Gigabyte M700 UMPC

Here is a photo of the Gigabyte M700 UMPC. It is obviously cute, but here are the specifications: 7” Touch display, 1024x600 1.2Ghz C7-M Via CPU 2GB 40GB to 60GB of hard drive Windows Vista Home PremiumYou would think...

Samsung Spinpoint MP2 Hard Drive

Samsung has just rolled out its Spinpoint MP2 2.5" hard drive that targets desktop replacement notebook PCs, chugging along at 7,200 rpm along with an increased capacity of up to 250GB courtesy of two 125GB platters. According to Samsung,...

Flexible Touch Sensor System

Researchers from the Korea Research Institute of Standards and Science (KRISS) has announced that they successfully developed a flexible touch-sensor system that can be used in mobile gadgets. This touch screen system will then be able to be applied...

Asus Galaxi Mini Unleashed

The Asus Galaxi Mini, also known as the Asus P320 GPS touch screen smartphone, will be targeting the entry-level smartphone market, encroaching on HTC Touch territory and similar devices. It does come with an integrated GPS sensor though, making...

Pleo Gets Update

The Pleo did not really take off as intended during the holiday season last year, but if you're one of the few who picked it up, here's some news for you. Its Life OS has just gotten an update,...

Olympus E-420 Digital Camera

The Olympus E-420 digital reflex camera aims to achieve a balance between the power and performance of a digital SLR while holding everything up in the body of a standard point-and-shoot camera. This 10 megapixel camera tips the scales...

BLEWS: an Opinion Measuring Tool for News Ranking

[Microsoft TechFest 2008] Measuring people’s reputation is one of the trends of the Social Web, and this web application ranks the news according to political blogs opinions. The number of links is displayed for each article on the left...

PC Encryption Falls To Memory Trick

Scientists have managed to discover a method to recover the key that unscrambles data from a PCs memory, which means encrypted information stored on a laptop is more vulnerable than previously thought. This will definitely throw a spanner in...

Coolgorilla London Travel Guide

For folks who are heading towards London for a holiday soon, Coolgorilla has a solution for tourists - the London Travel Guide that was specially designed to be used in iPods, iPhones and other cell phones. It is available...

Simtrix Swiftpoint Mouse

The Swiftpoint mouse from Simtrix is truly different, and definitely goes against the grain where design is concerned. Swiftpoint technology combines innovations in hardware and software that enable a more intuitive and ergonomic method of interfacing with the computer...

Ripserver Stores Your Music Collection

The Ripserver is for those who are trying to convert all their existing audio collection into the MP3 format, capable of storing up to 2,400 albums in the mentioned format along with a USB port for optional additional storage....

Sonance IW3 In-wall iPort Dock

The Sonance IW3 In-wall iPort Dock will definitely fit into your home without announcing its presence to the world. Being discreet doesn't mean it is short on features though, as it allows music and video to be ported over...

SixthSense: RFID-based Surveillance

[Microsoft TechFest 2008] Dr Venkat Padmanabhan from MSR Lab in Bangalore showed me a demo of this RFID-based Enterprise Intelligence application. Each object in an office has its passive RFID tag. When a person moves one object, the RFID...

Alessi Pop-Up Bottle Opener

The Alessi Pop-Up Bottle Opener is one gadget that you can consider having in your home if you happen to host lots of parties. Constructed from stainless steel, all you need to do to open a bottle is to...

HTC CONV100 Rumor

There is a new HTC smartphone on the way it seems - according to the Bluetooth Special Interest Group, this new handset has been given the code name "HTC CONV100". The document claims that the HTC CONV100 will be...

MobileDemand xTablet T8700

Here's a tough nut of a tablet PC from MobileDemand, known as the xTablet T8700. You get the following features that will be able to last up to seven hours before the battery requires a trip to the nearest...

VideoIQ High Performance Network Camera

VideoIQ has unleashed the first high performance day/night network camera with content aware storage, intelligent networking, analytic detection, and object search built right into the camera in the world. Some of the features include :- State of the art...

Columbus Has New Navigation Solution

Columbus Geographic Systems has just rolled out a new personal navigation solution that targets both the active outdoor and off-road enthusiast. Users will be able to use this new feature to select points of interest on their personal navigation...

Mobile-Systems Distributed Operation for Sensing

[Microsoft TechFest 2008] Ramachandran Ramjee and Prashanth Mohan from Microsoft Research Lab in Bangalore, India, showed me a demo of their “Mobile Sensing Platform” (I renamed it because the title is too long!). Each sensing enabled phone can detect...

LucidTouch: the “reverse iPhone” concept

[Microsoft TechFest 2008] Patrick Baudisch gave me a demo of the LucidTouch prototype that he is developing with his colleagues from Microsoft Research. Instead of the regular touch screen experience of the iPhone, the LucidTouch enables people to browse...

March 4, 2008

Blinking Controls iPod

There is a new Japanese remote control that allows users to bat an eyelid in order to control the iPod, thanks to sensors connected to glasses/headphones known as the KomeKami Switch, or Temple Switch in English. These infrared sensors...

OSP Robot Contains Oil Spill

Oil spills are major environmental disasters, and key to containing its deadly effects would be to clean up the spill as soon as possible. This Herculean effort would work even better with the help of robots that do not...

Grand Theft Auto Special Edition

Grand Theft Auto, the game that got Sony fanboys all up in arms due to the fact that it is no longer an exclusive title for the PS3, will not only come in a vanilla version but with a...

Samsung Super-WriteMaster SH-S223

Samsung claims to have the fastest DVD burner in the industry today with its Super-WriteMaster SH-S223 drive. It is compatible with virtually all DVD formats, featuring a burn speed of 22x for DVD±R media, 12x for DVD-RAM, 16x for...

Signal Smoke Detector Concept

The Signal smoke detector concept by Matthew Jobson might look ordinary, but it does boast something standard smoke detectors don't. Whenever the Signal runs out of batteries, the lid will open to display the housing, giving a visual alert...

Are You Ready For Blu-ray Music?

MediaInVision Creative Group has just announced that they are now offering professional audio encoding and mastering for Blu-ray music production to independent recording artists as part of their services. Since the Blu-ray disc specifications make an allowance to store...

Spracht Aura Mobile BT

The Spracht Aura Mobile BT is a Bluetooth-enabled device which brings the world of call conferencing to your doorstep, no matter where you are. Just make sure you have a Bluetooth-compatible device such as a cell phone or computer...

Samsung Rolls Out New Hard Drive

Samsung wants to claim glory for introducing the first 2.5" hard drive in the world that boasts 500GB of storage space. This is made possible by using three stacked 167GB platters crammed into the standard 0.37" vertical space that...

Dell M209X Projector

Dell will be rolling out a new projector in the forseeable future - the M209X. This ultraportable projector weighs a mere 2.6 lbs, which is very, very light by any standards (just don't compare it to those cell phone...

ASUS C90P Notebook

Now here's a notebook that is definitely worth your time (and money) - the ASUS C90P. Inside, you'll find goodies such as :- Intel Core 2 Duo processor HDMI support HD DVD/Blu-ray drive (woe to the person who chooses...

R2-D2 PC Case A Stunner

One would probably expect this R2-D2 PC case to come to life suddenly, beeping and turning its head while playing a projected image of Princess Leia sending out a distressed message. It is handmade from ground up, and unfortunately...

iRobot Verro Bottom Feeding Robot

Now here's a robot that has a lowly occupation (literally) as it scours the depths of your swimming pool in order to rid it of sand, dirt and other undesirable items which will otherwise spoil a fun experience in...

iBird RC Flyer

RC toys are fun to play with, but their novelty wears off rather quickly IMHO. Unless you're a 5-year old kid, that is. The iBird from Silverlit is a self-proclaimed “latest generation of R/C flyers”, simulating the flight of...

HP Pavilion dv2800t Artist Edition

HP has a brand new notebook in town - the HP Pavilion dv2800t Artist Edition series which come equipped with the latest Intel Centrino mobile technology, packed in a design that was created by young people, for young people....

Angel Phone Creeps Me Out

The Angel Phone that you see here is guaranteed to send chills down your spine, as behind this supposedly angelic being lies a phone where you can carry out all your landline conversations while looking "cute". I don't know,...

Able Planet Clear Voice VoIP Headset

Able Planet has announced its Clear Voice VoIP headset that introduces active noise canceling technology for superior audio clarity. It comes with the patent-pending Linx Audio system which "creates high frequency harmonics that enhance sound quality and speech clarity...

MSI PR620 Purifies Air

MSI must be really concerned about your health, as its PR620 comes with an integrated "anion" air purifier, releasing 550,000 negative ions from its vent while absorbing dust particles around you in order to lower the chances of picking...

Thermaltake Unleashes New PC Cases

Thermaltake goes on the offensive by introducing a new bunch of PC cases, with the XaserVI Mx leading the charge. You get mesh metal grills covering the innards, while fans are strategically located in order for your video card,...

PSP Cradle In Japan

PSP owners, you will finally be able to benefit from a cradle this April 24th as long as you have $62 to spare. The PSP Cradle comes with AV cables to hook it up to your TV and control...

Nike, Apple Head For Gyms

Nike and Apple have upped the ante by introducing the Nike + iPod experience in gyms worldwide this coming summer - both companies are currently co-operating with major gym equipment manufacturers like Life Fitness, Precor, Star Trac, and Technogym...

Vudu XL Starts Shipping

Vudu has started shipping the Vudu XL, an upgrade from the vudu set-top box from which you can buy or rent movies – with an excellent video quality and instant watch.What’s new? 1TB of local storage (internal hard drive)...

Konarka Demonstrates its Inkjet Printed Solar Cells

Konarka Technologies Inc has demonstrated its solar-cell manufacturing based on inkjet printing technology. They are not the only ones in the thin-film solar cells space, but I guess that having more players increases the odds of having something that...

Garmin Nuvi 900T

This very cute Nuvi 900T is supposed to be available only in Italy at the moment, but we think that it will probably spread across Europe later this year. Here are the highlights: DVB-H over the air digital TV...

Nuvi 205 and Nuvi 205W

New entry-level GPS units from Garmin! The 205W has a wider display, but other than that their specifications are the same: Real-Time Traffic Updates MSN Direct content 333Mhz Processor $213 (Nuvi 205) and $266 (Nuvi 205W)...

Microsoft Techfest Has Started - Live

10:40 - Trident Scientific Flow Workbench This is a project of the University of Washington and the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute. They are setting the world's first plate-scale undersea observatory. They will observe the two tectonic plates that...

Navigon 8110 At CeBIT

Navigon has released the 8110 GPS navigation system at CeBIT '08, bringing the following specifications to the fore :- 4.8" WQVGA display Full 3D maps 533MHz processor 512MB ROM 128MB RAM SD memory card slot TMC Pro supportThe Navigon...

SanDisk FlashBack Adapter

The SanDisk FlashBack Adapter sounds like a device that comes in handy only when a catastrophe happens - it fits snugly into the ExpressCard slot of your notebook and will continue to back up and encrypt critial data onto...

SanDisk Sansa Fuze

Rumor has it that the next SanDisk Sansa device will be known as the Fuze, with whispers of a Sansa Fuze accessory package rolling out in the near future, making this whole rumor much more believable. The Sansa Fuze,...

Navigon 2100 Max GPS System

Navigon spices up CeBIT '08 with its new GPS navigation system, the 2100 Max. The suffix "Max" denotes that the 2100 will come with a 4.3" widescreen touch screen display, in addition to the following :- Reality View of...

Argosy Dual 15K-808 Keyboard Workstation

One look at this is enough to give me a headache - as if there aren't enough keys to type on the keyboard already! The Argosy Dual 15K-808 Keyboard Workstation features powder-coated steel legs, integrated rack modules, and internal...

Panasonic Blu-ray Player Gets DivX Certification

Panny's latest Blu-ray player, the DMP-BD30EG/EE has just received DivX certification, making it the first of its kind to make a splash in Europe and Russia later this month. Just like the rest of Panasonic's current DivX Certified DVD...

Dell Latitude XFR D630

Dell has just released a new rugged laptop known as the Latitude XFR D630. This tough cookie will come with a tough chassis, conforming to the Department of Defense's rigid MIL-STD 810F specifications. It is capable of functioning even...

Asus EPU IC Controller

The Asus-developed EPU lays claim to being the first hardware-based on-demand power saving IC controller in the world. It is capable of monitoring the CPU power supply digitally, fine tuning it under any loading in order to help you...

Garmin Has 4 New Models

Garmin just announced a quartet of new Nuvi models from its 200 series, and they are known as the "2x5" series. What's interesting is traffic from MSN Direct being offered in these devices, allowing users to find their way...

Smart Video Goggle System

Researchers from the University of Tokyo have successfully developed a smart video goggle system which is capable of recording just about everything the wearer looks at, assigning names to objects in the video in order to create a searchable...

Nokia Announces Silverlight on Symbian S60

Nokia and Microsoft compete on many fronts so it might come as a surprise that Nokia announces that Microsoft’s Silverlight will works on the Symbian S60 OS. Quickely explained, Silverlight is a Macromedia Flash competitor. It allows developers to create...

TF2000 Proximity Sensor Locks PC When You Go Away

Locking your PC while you are away is a basic security measure that is often required by employers on the workplace. Yet, during my corporate career, I have seen many people not do it. May be the solution is...

D-Link DIR-855 Xtreme N Duo Media Router

Dlink has an interesting router that features an integrated OLED display. The interesting design houses a Wifi-N router with QoS (Quality of Service) that can be useful to VOIP (Voice over IP) users. D-Link also claims that it performs...

Sony Ericsson T303 Slider Phone

...entry-level phone named T303. It is a GSM phone with basic multimedia features like a music player and FM radio

Razer Salmosa Unmasked

Remember the mystery Razer mouse that we looked at a couple of days ago? Well, here it is now - the Razer Salmosa. Touted to be the quickest entry level gaming-grade mouse, it boasts to have the fastest tracking...

SanDisk SSD 5000 1.8 UATA Picked

Motion Computing has selected SanDisk’s SSD 5000 1.8 UATA 32GB solid state drive to be used in its bew F5 mobile slate tablet PC. While an SSD adds to the durability of a device, it also helps with the...

Sony PSP Gets Bronze

The Olympics is not here yet, but I guess Sony's PSP has already picked up the bronze medal with its new color. Available as a new PSP Lite Value Pack, this bronze colored regular PSP Lite will feature a...

GM R-4 Bulldozer Hits Korea

If you are not yet sick of the Transformers movie, then GM Corporation of Korea has just the PC case for you. Known as the R-4 Bulldozer, this PC case targets both gamers and the hip, bringing an enhanced...

Iomega Rev Gets A New Lease Of Life

The Iomega Rev drive that first debuted almost four years ago is still around. They have just rolled out a brand new backwards-compatible version that can hold up to 120GB worth of data, but I'm not too sure if...

I-T Click Click Mini Mouse

The I-T Click Click Mini Mouse from Suvil definitely looks different from anything you've ever laid your eyes on where computer mice are concerned. This awkward-looking peripheral requires you to rotate it slightly for ergonomics, where left clicking is...

Transforming Stove For Your Home

Now isn't this a hoot - a stove that actually transforms into a chair as and when you need it? Certainly interesting and definitely does not conform to common thinking. This furniture/kitchenette is flexible enough to be placed in...

TV NO TOMO On The Wii

Looks like the Wii's functionality in Japan is certainly much higher than those outside of the Land of the Rising Sun. Nintendo Japan has just released a new software known as TV NO TOMO, and this interactive TV guide...

NEC NP3151W Widescreen Projector

NEC will begin to ship its NP3151W widescreen installation projector that comes with the following features :- 4,000-lumen brightness LCD projector 1,280 x 800 WXGA resolution Connectivity to wireless networks Weighs 16.1 pounds Low noise output of 31 decibels...

Logitech ClearChat PC Wireless Headset

Logitech has just released its first wireless stereo headset that targets Internet calling via the PC – the ClearChat PC Wireless headset. Not only does Logitech claim you get high-performance stereo audio through 2.4GHz wireless technology, you also get...

March 3, 2008

Microsoft TechFest 2008 Opens with the WorldWide Telescope Demo

I am attending Microsoft TechFest 2008 where Microsoft’s research labs from around the world will showcase their best work (36 demos). At the opening dinner we had a demo of the impressive Worldwide Telescope that was presented on February...

Samsung Launches G400

Samsung has just announced its G400 clamshell handset at CeBIT, making it the latest dual screen model of its kind from the Korean phone manufacturer. It is somewhat a spiritual successor to the 'Soul', featuring a premium exterior, a...

Samsung Introduces New LCD Monitors

Samsung has announced a new range of high performance LCD monitors, and they are the SyncMaster 743BX, 943BX, 943BWX, 2043BWX and 2243BWX. Some of the common features include a height adjustable stand, ergonomic capabilities, with BWX widescreen models offering...

Steampunk Wedding Present

Now this project by Veloz is certainly one that comes from the heart, as he created it just in time for his wedding as a gift to his wife. The keyboard certainly doesn't look too comfortable to type on,...

Optimus Maximus For Notebooks?

The Optimus Maximus keyboard is but a luxury item that can be purchased only be a select few due to its exorbitant price, but have you ever given thought to a similar layout on a notebook? While there is...

Acer Altos easyStore

Acer has rolled out the Altos easyStore intelligent network storage solution that targets small office, medium office and home network environments. You will be able to achieve up to 3TB of storage capacity thanks to the utilization of a...

Shape Shifting Dishwasher

Inventor Paul Frigout of Coventry University has filed a patent that shows a movable partition which allows one to change the size of the washing compartment in a dishwasher in order to accommodate different size loads. This way, you...

Nokia Unveils 6124 Classic

Nokia has just unfurled the new 6124 Classic candybar handset that targets the mid-level market. You will be able to use this as a 3G modem for your computer, providing you with connectivity no matter where you are (as...

Monster Cable As Good As Ordinary Wire?

Apparently someone has taken the trouble to compare Monster Cable's speaker wire to audio run through an ordinary coat hanger wire, and the results from a blind listening test has yielded no noticeable difference. I'm sitting out on this...

Kyocera K323 Bluetooth speakerphone

The Kyocera K323 Bluetooth speakerphone is now going cheap for $15 a pop, and being powered by a cigarette lighter in your car, you don't have to worry about it ever running out of batteries. Features include voice dialing...

DIY Data Recovery

Are you still reeling from data loss suffered after your hard drive is damaged or died? Well, there is a way to literally raise data from these metal graveyards, thanks to UK-based Retrodata who plans to ship a $7,000...

USB Exercise Dog

Everyone remembers the USB Humping Dog that caused quite a fair bit of guffaws when it was released - we have something less obscene now in the form of the USB Exercise Dog. While it doesn't do much just...

Cyberdesk Concept

The name Cyberdesk is really misleading, as this concept bling from Krohn Design is actually a headgear that comes complete with a bizarre-looking necklace and a curved tube that is placed right in front of the eye. The tube's...

Mint Green PSP Coming

With St. Patrick's Day looming, here we have a mint green Sony PSP that was just released in Japan. Other than the color change, everything inside remains the same, and with the PSP library picking up some steam over...

Wattstopper Curbs Power Consumption

Wattstopper aims to minimize the use of electricity in your home so that you will be able to face up to a less shocking bill at the end of the month in addition to doing your part to keep...

ProxMat Pressure Sensitive Mat

The ProxMat is a pressure sensitive mat that will automatically send the Windows Key + L shortcut whenever you leave the workstation, automatically locking the computer just in case you forget to do so yourself. It connects to a...

Asus Ares CG6150 Gaming Rig

Asus has come up with the Ares CG6150 gaming desktop at CeBIT '08, bringing some of the following souped-up specifications that will definitely make any hardcore gamer drool. Intel Core 2 Extreme processor 8GB of DDR3 RAM Nvidia 3-way...

Lifecar Is Zippy

Lifecar, a hydrogen-powered sports car which will be unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show, is said to hit 0-60 mph in seven seconds, with a maximum speed of 90 mph. It looks pretty sweet, and has a range of...

Earthquake Simulator

Now this is one simulator that I don't mind sitting - an earthquake simulator that has been built right into a truck. Since Japan is a hotspot for earthquakes, this fancy truck has been going around the Land of...

Techsol TPC-43 Computer

The Techsol TPC-43 computer was created to target Building Automation applications, and in the standard, off-the-shelf, ARM-powered, wall-mount, two-board set, you will be able to find the following :- WQVGA (480×272) 4.3? color TFT LCD touch sensitive panel with...

Freeloader 8.0 Solar Charger

Solar chargers aren't exactly the most sexy accessories to have in the gadget world, but as they become more and more popular, chances are the aesthetics will improve along with its efficiency. Enter the Freeloader 8.0 that features 11...

Home Theater Does The Rotation Thing

Now isn't this one of the coolest home theaters you have ever come across? It is capable of rotating a full 180 degrees at the press of a button. The front row seats will be able to rotate at...

Oasis Portable Media Player

The Oasis PMP will probably fool most people into thinking that it is some kind of new cell phone at first glance, but it is actually a portable media player that comes with the following features :- 2" TFT...

Sony MDR-NC500D Review

Everyone has heard of noise-canceling headphones but surprisingly few people actually used noise-canceling headphones. It is understandable, shelling several hundred dollars to get something that “might provide more comfort” is not tempting, at first. Off course, the best thing...

Vudu Review

We put the vudu box to the test. The vudu is an elegant black box that promises to keep you far away from any DVD rental store. It is a “movie on demand” box for which the prices range from $.99 to $3.99.

Mitsubishi Gives Up on Mobile Phones

You didn’t know that Mitsubishi was making cellphones? May be that is why they are giving up that market that is intensely competitive. To be fair, Mitsubishi is a player in Japan with sales of almost a Billion dollars...

NEC Launches MultiSync LCD5220

Looks like the Japanese will be receiving the MultiSync LCD5220 pretty soon, bringing the following features to your desk :- 1,920 x 1,080 resolution 2,000:1 contrast ratio 700 cd/m² brightness 178-degree viewing angle 8ms response speed 19mm-thin slim design...

iRiver Loves Pink

iRiver must have bought a whole lot of extra pink paint in the winter, considering their spring lineup is all draped in pink. This includes the Clix, MPlayer speaker, D5 and E100 which will be available only in Korea (thankfully)....

TomTom Announces Two GO Models

The CeBIT stage is all set for TomTom to announce a couple of new GO models, namely the GO 930 and the GO 730. These two will succeed the 920 and 720 respectively, featuring TomTom's very own IQ Routes...

Asus Eee PC To Evolve

Guess the Asus Eee PC won't remain stagnant, as rumors about that the next iteration will come with the following (welcome) features :- New model will be be named the Eee PC 900 1GB RAM will be standard (up...

Getac PS535E One Tough Nut

The Getac PS535E will definitely be a favorite with butterfingers and those who can't seem to keep their mobile devices out of harm's way, asit is fully compliant with MIL-STD 810F and IP54 compliance, making it vibration & drop-shock...

Marijuana Vending Machine

Now this is a vending machine that you don't see every day - it dispenses medical marijuana. Located in three spots throughout Los Angeles, it was created by Vincent Mehdisadeh, the owner of the Los Angeles Herbal Nutrition Center....

BeoVision 4 Home Cinema Concept

Bang & Olufsen are always ahead of the curve when it comes to design (and price), and the BeoVision 4 home cinema concept is yet another reason why they remain at the top of their game where aesthetics are...

Sony To Make Large Hard Drives

Who knew that Sony has what it takes when it comes to large capacity storage? The Japanese electronics giant has just announced a new technology that claims to make large hard drives a possibility with notebooks. It will ditch...

Acer Acquires E-Ten

Acer is on a buying spree again, and this time the Taiwanese company has snapped up E-Ten. E-Ten is most famous for their line of Glofiish Windows Mobile smartphones. Apparently, Acer will be forking out $290 million for E-Ten,...

Samsung P200 Business Notebook

Samsung will be making yet another attempt at the "ultra portable" notebook market with the P200. This relatively lightweight solution will come with the following specifications :- Intel Core 2 Duo processor ATI Radeon Xpress 1250 graphics card 12.1"...

Asus Eee PC To Get Windows XP?

You no longer need to perform your very own hack if you want to run Windows XP on your Asus Eee PC, as it looks as though the Taiwanese computer manufacturer will probably roll out a Windows XP version...

Video Game Buttons

Check out these superbly crafted video game badges courtesy of Alexander Pfaender of Augenbluten/ITF. Measuring 1" in diameter, these round buttons will definitely bring you back to the good old days of gaming as you reminisce about different eras...

Gigabyte M528 Specs

Guess Gigabyte has let the cat out of the bag with specifications for its M528 as follows :- Menlow (Atom) processor 2GB/4GB flash memory 800 x 480 touch screen display Built-in GPS navigation Built-in HSDPA connectivity Powered by Ubuntu...

Hi-Gain Wireless-G Dish Adapter

Boost your home's wireless signal with the Hi-Gain Wireless-G Dish Adapter today - this device might not be as small as you'd like it to be, but at the very least you can be sure of a strong signal...

Zimmer Frames with Navigation for the Elderly

Getting lost in a care home isn’t all that hard, but you can imagine that it can happen quite often to those who are being taken care of. Technical college student have come up with this Zimmer Frame that...

Samsung P200, an Ordinary Laptop

[Cebit 2008] Samsung just announced the P200, a laptop that Samsung calls “ultra-portable”. While the press release is upbeat, we do not think that it is so out of the ordinary. For one, I don’t see why people compare with...

March 2, 2008

iPod nano To Come In Purple

Guess the iPod nano family will be receiving a new addition soon - this time in the color deep purple. That's what the Circuit City advertisement shows anyway - is it just a misprint on the printer's part, where...

Wiimote Hacked To Control Curtains

Those who have spent a night at the Bellagio will know that curtains in there are remote controlled, but you don't have to travel all the way to Las Vegas in order to experience this luxury. All you need...

Pneumatic Antenna Launcher

The Pneumatic Antenna Launcher is a DIY project that can be used to project an aerial up and over a tree (or other high positions) - all you need to do is wrap the wire around the tennis ball...

Krank Light-weight Lamp

The Krank light-weight lamp is a concept design from Efrain E. Velez of the US, who gained inspiration from an old-fashioned mechanical drill from the days of yore. This manual device relies on the principle of magnetic induction, where...

Suntory Mermaid II Boat

The Suntory Mermaid II Boat is different from what you've seen in the market so far, since it uses waves to power it instead of a motor. This is probably the greenest nautical power source ever since the sail's...

USB Pottery Wheel

If you happen to have a love for molding clay, then this DIY USB Pottery Wheel project could be just the ticket. All you need is a dead hard drive which can be turned into a pottery wheel, some...

Sofaside PC

The Sofaside PC would definitely wow anyone who lays their eyes on it, as this could usher in a new era of Home Theater PC set ups in your living room. An entire high performance PC rig has been...

GPS-Guided Robot

Now here's a neat looking DIY project, putting your Magellan GPS navigation system to different use, by integrating it into a robot. Robots traverse a pre-defined course dealing with various obstacles along the way. Waypoints may be marked with...

Bandai One Hand Player

Bandai has released its One Hand Player that features a dozen scratch samples, the entire repertoire of stock rhythm tracks where you can modify pitch changes, and the ability to change track play simply by shaking the device. It...

Metal Gear Solid 4 Too Big For Blu-ray

Everyone knows the Hideo Kojima, the brains behind the Metal Gear Solid franchise, is one meticulous person who wants to throw in nothing but the very best in his games. A recent interview with Mr. Kojima revealed that Metal...

White PS3s Shipping?

The rumor mill has it that new 40GB PS3s are heading towards the US, and these shipments come with the model number CECHH01, which means that is the model number for the white PS3. I know that the insides...

Asus Lamborghini ZX1 Smartphone

Most people know by now that Asus' Lamborghini range of notebooks are extremely fast speed demons, just like their namesake on the asphalt. But what happens when you carry over the pedigree of Lamborghini over to a smartphone? Well,...

Asus R70 UMPC Sneak Peek

Looks like Asus will be parading the Asus R70 UMPC at CeBIT '08, bringing a 1.6GHz processor and the possibility of a 120GB hard drive to the table. I wonder whether Vista will be able to run on this...

Yves Behar Aliph Jawbone

The Aliph Jawbone Bluetooth headset has gotten a new lease of life, thanks to designer Yves Behar who have created a limited edition run of Jawbones, making it look more desirable than the original headset (which isn't to say...

Intel Atom Familly of Ultra-Mobile Processors

Intel just launched a line of processor called Atom. Atom is the official product name for the couple of chips once codenamed Silverthorne and Diamondville. We showed you examples of ultra-mobile PCs (UMPC) that were using Silverthorne processors back...

Asus Eee PC Gets Accessorized

Since the Asus Eee PC took off with great success, Asus has spotted yet another market opportunity by unveiling a whole slew of Eee PC accessories. You will be able to check out the Ai Guru U1 VoIP phone...

iPhones To Be Refurbished?

Looks like cheaper iPhones will be coming your way, although they will be refurbished. You will be able to pick up the discontinued 4GB and 8GB models for $199 and $249, respectively. Refurbished iPhones at COR Stores. For a...

Cuso PC S600 mini UMPC

Great, so we now have this category called the "mini UMPC"? I thought UMPCs were as small as they could get, and if technology progresses further, will we be seeing micro UMPCs in the future? But I digress -...

Sony Ericsson Xperia X1 Delayed

Looks like those who have been looking forward to Sony Ericsson's Xperia X1 will be disappointed as rumors have it that the phone company will be pushing its release date to the first quarter, of next year, that is....

686 Original Snow Toolbelt

The 686 Original Snow Toolbelt will definitely put images of being Batman into your imagination, featuring an all-utility belt that comes complete with a Philips and flat-hear screwdriver and a wrench built-in. This functional accessory comes in brown, black...

Yet Another Video Watch

Telling the time has gotten a technological boost with this offering from Chinavasion. It features the following specifications :- 1.8" display 20fps video playback 2.5mm headphone jack (what, no 3.5mm?) Audio playback support Tells the time (duh)Fancy picking up...

iView Concept

Designer Nuno Teixeira has come up with the iView concept that features a wrap-around display complete with a secondary LCD built right into the back - making it suitable for students as well as those involved in the graphic...

Roadrunner Bluetooth Headset

The Roadrunner Bluetooth headset is different from those over-the-ear types that you have seen so far, as it uses bone conduction technology and strategically placed microphones right next to your voicebox in order to minimize background noise whenever you're...

PS3 Parental Controls

Parental controls sound pretty draconian, but hey - if a kid is not yet mature enough to choose what he/she can listen/play/watch, then this is where the authority of the parents come in. The PS3 is equipped with rather...

Pet Mate Elite

The Pet Mate Elite prevents your cat from coming in and going out as it pleases - this technologically advanced flap allows you to control just which pet is able to come in to your home, even down to...

Oneill H4 Audio Beanie

Winter might be over, but the O'neill H4 Audio Beanie is still worth picking up for next winter. This beanie discreetly hides integrated headphones within its earflaps, allowing you to rock on to your favorite grooves despite all the...

Skidscooter Outdoor Machine

The Skidscooter looks like something out of a corny spy film, as this amphibious machine functions like a standard scooter on land while being equally capable of churning water via its powerful propeller and two hub motors to carry...

Rumor Of Blu-ray Drives For Apple

Word on the street has it that Blu-ray drives might be making their way to the Apple MacBook Pro family, with Cupertino currently actively talking to Sony about including these drives for future models. Well, if that happens, just...

Disinfecting UV Scanner

Paranoid androids can pick up this Disinfecting UV Scanner that, according to the product description, "protects your family from colds, flu, and germs such as E. coli. Portable scanner instantly disinfects doorknobs, faucets, computer keyboards and mouse, phones. Just...

Salt And Pepper Maracas

Check out these Fukasawa-designed Salt and Pepper maracas - aren't they just adorable? They will definitely brighten up your dining room environment, no doubt about it. After all, even the most disinterested party at the table will be curious...

 
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