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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...

 
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