(Video in the full post - click on the link below) Our friends from TeleRead have posted a link to this cool video of the Readius Rollable E-Book that also has a cellular wireless functionality. Now I wouldn’t call this...

For those who don’t know Carrefour, it’s huge retailer, much like a WalMart (except that they sell all kinds of food as well). They started out in France but Carrefour retail stores can be found in many countries. For...

Light sabers just made their way into the best edge-weapon fighting game around: Soul-Calibur IV. As you can see, Darth Vader is providing some serious stabbing in this image, but he’s not the only one, Yoda is also in...

Motorola's internal roadmap reveals 9 different handsets which will see action this year, with some of them already available readily in retail stores (U9, W270 and E8). Below are more details on leaked handsets such as the ZN5, VE75,...

Somehow sports that feature projectiles in a game (badminton, soccer, cricket, squash, tennis) have given birth to obsession such as the "fastest serve in the world". In cricket, the fastest a ball was delivered is approximately 100mph, but those are...

The Pioneer AVIC-F500BT is almost here now after receiving approval from the FCC, offering one of the larger screens where GPS naviation systems are concerned at 5.8". It provides door-to-door driving directions and is able to connect to virtually...

The Department of Defense is currently pouring plenty of dough into a portable handheld device which is smart enough to identify signs of brain damage in a person shortly after a roadside bomb or other injuries which cause trauma...

The DUET Electric-Acoustic System, also known as EAS, is a hybrid hearing device that is currently undergoing trial tests across the US. This product stands to benefit hearing-impaired patients who do not get any help from hearing aids, but...

Now is this a cute digital camera or what - the Casio Exilim EX-Z80's interface is rather comical when you think about it, providing some relief for folks who are just too serious in their life. Heck, it will...

Do you love having late nights out, only to realize that it is near impossible to concentrate on lectures the next day? Perhaps the Yamaha Pocketrak 2G will be able to help you out, being a stereo digital pocket...

Ever had those memory lapses where for the life of you, you just can't seem to remember where you put your keys? The Fetch My Keys gadget is priceless, as all you need to do is give a hearty...

VXL Instruments' TC 7321-XP is powered by Windows XP Embedded and is able to operate sans a fan. Other specifications include :- Via C7 1GHz processor 4GB of flash memory 512MB RAM Maximum resolution of 1,900 x 1,200 pixels...

The Phonofone is a pretty unique device to have in your home these days, simply by virtue of its retro looks as well as the ability to run just fine without any power. It relies on passive amplification that...

Guess the Parrot Party Black won't be supporting NFC after all, folks. According to Parrot, the only update in the specifications is an improved battery time (in addition to the minor cosmetic change, of course), allowing you to party...

Samsung has recently patented a system of cell phone and mobile device control which responds to a users gestures. It doesn't do this on the display as how the iPhone currently does, but as recognized in the space around...

The PS3 is still too big to be portable, but at the very least you will be able to play it in the comfort of your own room while mom and dad hog the HDTV in the living room....

You know those fancy Mission Impossible mission briefings that self-destruct in the coolest manner possible? Well, the DVD-D disc format isn't too dramatic, but it will automatically self delete after 48 hours of the package it comes in being...

Guess folks in the UK will be able to receive an Intel Atom-powered Eee PC by the end of this June, if word from TechRadar is correct. In fact, Asus' representative dropped a very strong hint that this new...

Check out this Mosquito Ruby Pod Rare iPod case that protects your precious from nicks and scratches, eliciting the Pavlovian response of drool whenever a hungry person (or dog, for that matter) looks at it. The beef is fake,...

The folks at Microsoft is prepping the Joy Division edition of its Zune portable media player to coincide with the June 10 release of an eponymous DVD about the band. This special edition Zune will boast an adaptation of...

If you happen to be excited with new USB flash drives, then go nuts with the Green-House PicoDrive ST. This new USB flash drive has already started to sell in Japan, with one of the wider capacity ranges ever....

The iPhone Pwnage Tool is back with a vengeance, and this time it is available on the Windows platform. Being in beta, you can naturally expect several features to be disabled. Are you man enough to give this a...

So you've been spending far too many late nights at the office than you should - and hence the number of pizza boxes that have piled up in the pantry, complete with crumbs all over your workspace. The Turbo...

The Fitness@home virtual training system you see here is a home-bound solution for a simulated reality facility, bringing the closest virtual-reality wizardry to ordinary homes to date. This basically allows you to perform some serious stair climbing with the...

The almighty FCC has stamped its mark of approval on the HTC Touch Dual, which means it ought to be released pretty soon. It will be a Best Buy exclusive, and will feature 3G connectivity for folks who want...

Nokia's N95 8GB has just received a new firmware update, hitting v20.0.016 this time round while offering a few bug fixes as well as optimizations. Some of the main changes include the inclusion of Automatic Screen Rotation thanks to...

Orbino has just released its Arista MacBook Air case that is made from Italian leather, increasing the price of ownership of a MacBook Air by another $349. You will be able to choose from black, brown, deep red, whiskey...

Microsoft's latest patent involves a Wearable Mouse concept that runs on gyroscopic technology, doing away with the need to move your hand from your keyboard to the mouse constantly. Coincidentally, this is pretty much the same technology that is...

Portable hard drives aren't poor cousins of their computer based brethren anymore, as Mercury has proven with its On-The-Go model which holds up to 500GB worth of data in a pretty interesting design. It supports USB 2.0, FireWire 400...

Fancy this - Altek has released a GPS-enabled digital camera that geotags photos for you automatically, allowing you to cross-reference this metadata with other mapping tools such as Google Maps, Google Earth, or Flickr's geotag-enabled galleries when you get...

DP Review forums are abuzz of a new Nikon firmware update for its flagship camera, the D3. Inside the code, a forum member found references to a future D3-X model that has 24.4 megapixel for you to play with,...

HP's upcoming iPAQ 900 series smartphones has managed to arrive in the hands of the FCC, and that indicates in all probability a (near) future release of the smartphone in the US. No idea on which carrier will win...

Apple has filed a patent for a laser-based head mounted display (HMD) unit that is small enough to be clipped on the user's belt. An optical cable is used to transmit laser-generated video to the headset, and thanks to...

What happens when there isn't anyone in the vicinity to call the doctor when you're experiencing a medical emergency? The uBOT-5 is here to help, featuring a couple of arms that can pick up tiny objects, knowledge of using...

Maxell has something nice for folks who are looking for a lightweight yet rugged hard drive in the form of the Field Tough Media solution. It hooks up through a bi-directional USB or eSATA adapter to a shoulder-mounted camcorder...

Sanyo has yet another waterproof camcorder for everyone to bring along to the pool this summer - the Xacti DMX-CA8. Features found on this new Xacti are :- 8 megapixel CMOS sensor 5x optical Zoom Face Chaser mode that...

Clarion's new DrivTrax DTR-P7DT is one powerhouse unit for the car, as it boasts features such as :- 1-SEG tuner GPS navigation MPEG4, WMV, MP3, and WMA file format support 400MHz Samsung processor 4.3" displayPowered by Windows CE, the...

Samsung has a spanking new digital photo frame in the form of the SPF-83M, and this one will feature the following :- 8" SVGA (800 x 600 resolution) display Compatibility with MPEG-1, MPEG-4 and WMV9 video files Contrast ratio...

The SunView PMP projector is the first pico projector available on a commercial basis, jointly developed by Sunlink International and iView Limited. It isn't out flooding the market just yet as limited quantities are available, but there are plans...

France is currently looking at Read&Go, a new device which is being developed by French telecom Orange who is targeting newspapers by offering hourly wireless updates through WiFi and 3G connections. It has 1GB of internal memory and will...

A scale is a scale is a scale, right? Wrong! This Universal Scale concept is different as it can be unfolded to a variety of shapes and sizes in order to make weighing items and people easier and less...

We know that India is very attractive to the Social Networking moguls since 44% of Indian online traffic uses the Internet just for social networking (according to JuxtConsult, April 2007 survey). Today, MySpace has decided to go head to...

Jonas Samson has created light-emitting wallpaper from material and technology readily available. "The back layer is a silver-based solution that conducts electricity, while the layer above this contains phosphorous pigments that light up. On top of this is a...

Apple is reportedly launching the iPhone in India with Vodafone in September. India is extremely important because of the population’s size, but also because the growth is still very high. As of last month, the country was adding 8...

AT&T is working on a web browser (currently for Windows) called Pogo which is in private beta. One of the highlights is that tabbed browsing will be replaced by “snapshots”. Bookmarks and history are also handled with fancy graphics...

BGR has spotted some interesting references to the 9000 and 9100 Blackberry devices in a system file. Let’s cut to the chase, here’s what the finding suggests (and it’s just an educated speculation): There’s a 9100 model. That could...

A Short throw projector like the Hitachi CP-A100 is very handy because many of us can’t or don’t want to bother installing it far enough or putting it on the ceiling. But what I like the most about this...

Nokia’s handset market share rose to 39% from 36%, thanks to a very strong positioning in emerging countries, but average selling prices are down. These gains are partly due to Motorola giving up on competing using price cuts (Nokia’s...

Some people sleep better when it fresh, or even a little cold in their bedroom, but why cool off the bedroom while you can cool only the air around your body? That’s the problem that this gadget tries to...

There’s nothing that makes this drive a “gaming drive” I guess, except for the marketing. It is a 2.5” USB 2.0 drive (I guess USB-powered) that has up to 160GB of storage to copy files from console to console...

There’s nothing like a project to learn new stuff. In this case, the project is to make automobiles that are better suited for senior citizens. To understand how it feels to be a senior driver, Nissan engineers wear this...

This concept from Jin Woo Han has been created to provide a desktop web experience in a package that has a large touch-display, a qwerty keyboard and rubber all around for clumsy users. It might be one vision for...

The perfume Conquest comes in the form of a credit card and is made up of steel, holding up to 20 ml of musk liquid to help you keep feeling fresh. Looks as though it will be able to...

eMachines has rolled out a couple of new desktop PCs that aim to deliver the best bang for your buck, running on AMD processors as well as NVIDIA graphics. The $299.99 eMachines T3646 is an entry level computer that...

Asus has not forgotten about cyclists by releasing a couple of exclusive packages targeting folks who rely on the bicycle as the primary means of transport. This mount package allows one to attach the Asus R300 to the handlebars...

Laptops might feel light when you're at the store browsing through them, but carry one across a long distance and you will start to feel as though they're magically putting on weight with each mile you walk. Thanko aims...

Case-Mate is a household name when it comes to protecting a myriad of devices, including the iPhone, iPod, MacBook, BlackBerry and Treo among others. This time round, we have the Naked Case - surely the name alone has gotten...

With oil prices seemingly hitting unprecedented highs every month, it is about time we tighten our belts as we face the oncoming credit crunch. Jaxtr is one such service that hooks up your cell phone to the Web, allowing...

One of the more interesting (or dreaded, depending on which side of the fence you're on) aspects of traveling to a foreign country is the fact that a totally different language, often unknown to us, can be pretty difficult...

We've seen massaging equipment in the past, and here's one that is definitely off the charts where the funny factor is concerned - a pair of Massaging Shorts. You can choose to set it in automatic mode where it...

No, this Puch moped isn't just hot air as it is capable of getting you around without consuming any fuel. Heck, you don't even need to exert that much energy as it runs on air instead of clogging up...

DT Research has rolled out a new tablet computer that is meant for use in vehicles such as forklifts and boats. It is equipped with the following features ;- 12" touch screen display 120GB hard drive/64GB Solid State Storage...

You know the PSOne and PS2 that have their own LCD monitors attached to them? Well, all's fair and square now with the Nintendo Wii as Chinavasion is offering a 7" LCD monitor which is attached to the back...

Tetris is one classic title that I believe will never go out of style no matter how many bits gaming has progressed to. The Tetris Gold Game you see here looks as though it wasa specially designed for kids,...

If you're always looking out for the coolest watches, then the NEO 8 watch ranks pretty much up there. It is currently going for approximately $210, and is available in green or orange segments on a black background complete...

Crestron has enabled its touchpanels as well as 2-way devices to support dynamic text, making it function just fine with Windows Sideshow so that you're always on top of things where e-mail and RSS feeds are concerned. Heck, you...

Bluetrek is back with yet another weatherproof Bluetooth headset, the X3. Needless to say, this model will take over the X2 and makes for the perfect companion to your cell phone if you're fond of outdoor activities. The X3...

Summer is here, and just like fashion, there is a need to change the notebook range from Toshiba. First off we have the Qosmio F40 that loses the HD DVD drive for a standard DVD Multi Drive, and is...

The Energy Saver Bar helps you save on your monthly electricity bill, and with the cost of living going the opposite direction of the US dollar, anything that helps you save power is always very welcome. This device allows...

Exoskeletons have long been stories of fantasy, and now we have the XOS exoskeleton from the military that has been realized from conception into the real thing. When fully powered up, it is able to pull down weight of...

Researchers at Osaka University are currently working on developing robotic body parts which will be able be controlled by thought, as long as the necessary electrode sheets are placed directly on the surface of the brain. The main point...

Google has just released an updated version of its Google Earth desktop software that claims to offer a higher quality, more immersive experience. In addition to a new navigation system, users will also benefit from more realistic, real-world data...

Naon has just released its 2.2-channel body-sonic vibration system known as the EX2, claiming to deliver powerful stereo body-sonic vibration as well as stereo normal sound directly to external ears, while the stereo woofer sound will head straight to...

With Blu-ray not having any sort of competition in terms of video formats, it is time for various companies to roll out their own Blu-ray players in hope that the market will grow and slowly phase out the current...

This Samsung Q1 UMPC is slightly different from the rest, as it runs Mac OS X instead, courtesy of blogger Kevin Tofel's efforts. Most of the operating system's features map correctly to the corresponding controls on the device, and...

Toshiba Lighting & Technology Corp. will stop producing general incandescent light bulbs as well as shut down all the relevant production lines in about 2010, with the aim of reducing CO2 emissions. While this won't result in the shortage...

Since imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, the KL-285 from China emulates the iPhone in terms of form factor, but apart from that it can't even dial 911 to save your life. What you will get inside includes...

The DoCoMo FOMA SH705iII clamshell handset looks really sweet, featuring Sharp's own 'Triple Kukkiri (Clear) Talk' technology trio that comprises of 'Noise Reduction Function' to filter out surrounding din, 'Enhancement Function' to boost the mid-to-high voice frequency range, and...

GREEN HOUSE's GH-ML8 Series has a new addition in the form of a 8x telescope lens that targets cell phone owners. Retailing for approximately $90 each, the GH-ML8 feature 18mm, F1.1 8x optical telescope lenses that was specially developed for...

Samsung and Armani have taken their partnership to another level, having not being content with just a joint venture that resulted in a cell phone. This time round, we have a 120Hz full HD LCD TV that was unveiled...

I guess Star Wars is a universal franchise, with folk in Tokyo Decadance (a monthly dance event in Tokyo) dressed up in a Predator and Optimus Prime combo outfit, calling himself Preda-Prime. He also wielded a couple of lightsabers...

The Push-kun (Mr. Push) robot must be an ancient ancestor of R2D2 as he gets around on crab-like legs. In addition to moving around independently, it is able to tell jokes (useful for social situations where you're an introvert),...

Our friends at Trusted Reviews got their hands on the Zalman ZM-M2020W Trimon 3D Monitor recently, and here is their impression of it. Zalman has proved that nVidia's investment in 3D display technology was a sound one. This screen...

13 Tech Design has come up with a Scroll concept device which crams in a fair bit of impressive features, including a touch screen-based cell phone, a 10 megapixel camera and a full HD camcorder for you to record...

They say that necessity is the mother of all invention, and the same holds true for David Jones when his faithful Casio CFX-400 scientific calculator watch broke after 10 years of day-to-day use. David decided to look for a...

Sega Toys have lifted the veil on its Music Robot ODO that bears a resemblance to the Sony Miuro, making this a more affordable alternative for folks who think that the Miuro is extravagantly priced. The Music Robot ODO...

This Biometric USB flash drive follows the current trend of increased security in USB flash drives, relying on an integrated biometric sensor to secure data within. Should you feel too uncomfortable with using your thumbprint for verification purposes, there...

Epson and E Ink have co-developed a new controller which will allow e-paper displays to feature touch control for its user interface as well as various interactive elements. I'm pretty sure this also means users will be able to...

Elecom's U2H-FC054S 4-port USB hub is pretty interesting as it features a quartet of suction cups at the bottom, allowing you to stick it to a surface permanently without leaving any scars behind should you decide to move it...

The iRecord Pro is an innovative personal media recorder which records video and music content onto portable media players like the Apple iPod, Sony PSP, Sony video walkman and iPhone. It features the following :- High Resolution Recording (up...

InSound Medical has just released the Lyric hearing aid that can be worn 24 hours a day. It is meant to be inserted within millimeters of the ear drum and by virtue of its position and size, the internal...

If you happen to have a penchant for luxury phones (those priced with 4-digits and above), then rejoice for TAG Heuer has just officially announced the Meridiist. Apparently, the Meridiist was developed in partnership with Modelabs, and features an...

The Parrot Party Black Edition speaker system has just received a minor upgrade that enables it to function with the recently announced Nokia 6212 Classic cell phone, courtesy of integrated Near Field Communication (NFC) technology. This makes it a...

Halloween's a long way off, but this sawed-off USB flash drive is the bomb when it comes to fooling people from removing it without your knowledge. Without knowing any better, most folks will think that this is a ripped...

Transcend unveiled its new Extreme Speed 300X CompactFlash card which boasts dual-channel Ultra DMA mode operation - which is basically the fastest speed available for CF cards. The beauty of this interface enables Transcend’s new 300X CF cards to...

The sheer genius behind this idea can clearly be seen in the handiwork, where an old PowerBook case is transformed into a desktop. Modder Richard Hunt decided that his beat up old PowerBook still had some mileage left in...

Guess you'll still need to stick to Verizon Wireless if you want to hold the LG Voyager in your hands, as this smartphone won't be making its way to Sprint and AT&T anytime soon according to LG representatives. These...

You must be a pretty busy bee to require a couple of SIM cards in your phone, and this is where the DuoSim 228 aims to help. Chances are you won't be able to hold conversations with two different...

Our friends from Gearlog have taken the Voxtec Phraselator P2 out for a spin, and here's what they have to say about it. As with other translators, the P2 doesn't always understand what you say. Its accuracy seems to...

The Queensland University of Technology in Australia have developed an innovative solar cell technology which utilizes dye-infused, translucent solar cells. These solar cells will then be integrated into windows, relying on a technology known as "artificial photosynthesis" where a...

PS3 owners seem to be pretty happy these days, with their console being a solid Blu-ray player as Sony intended originally while receiving a whole host of service updates and upgrades to enhance the playing experience. Sony has confirmed...

Hauppauge's new WinTV Nova-S USB2 targets users who already own a satellite dish connected to the main TV, where this device will then function as a secondary tuner for casual viewing. This tuner also allows a PC to view...

Russians as well as folks living there could face the possibility of registering all WiFi capable devices in one's possession, no thanks to a policy has been adopted by the government agency responsible for regulating communications and cultural protection....

Tilmann Schlootz picked up a Michelin Challenge Design Award 2008 at this year’s Detroit Auto Show thanks to the Audi Snook design. I must say, it takes a fair few looks before you warm up to the idea (and...

Microsoft has finally come out of the closet, admitting that a recent Windows Vista security update has caused havoc with selected USB devices. Unfortunately and true-to-form Microsoft style, the cock-up has yet to see a fix in any form....

Pioneer is going full steam ahead with its BDP-LX71 Blu-ray player is tipped to arrive on European shores sometime this summer. Some of the improvements include BonusView Profile 1.1 for interactivity, 12-bit deep color support, a 297MHz 12-bit video...

Viewsonic has set their crosshairs on the entry level LCD display market with the 19" VA1903wmb leading the way. This widescreen model is accompanied by another two units which are standard 4:3 models. All three share similar features in...

The Soft-Touch Stylus is meant for old dogs who for the life of them, isn't willing to learn new tricks. After all, being a proponent of the Palm platform complete with an on-screen keyboard will surely be a hard...

I guess watching video on a watch is much less conspicuous compared to viewing it on an iPod, especially in an office environment where your perceived performance has a big say in whether you snag that raise you've been...

The Caller ID Stereo Bluetooth Headset ought to be pretty handy, enabling you to pick up calls wirelessly once you decide that the name/number on the OLED display is worth attending to. Of course, all work and no play...

What's so special about this USB flash drive from Buffalo? Well, the Ruff2 certainly offers more protection for your data stored within compared to other USB flash drives. This one comes with an integrated fingerprint security module on it,...

Samsung has expressed its support for text messaging as the Korean company claims that family text messaging habits help cement the ties between parents and their children - especially teens. In a recent survey, more than half of the...

The XV6900, also known as the HTC Touch is now available via Verizon Wireless in white, looking as radiant as a bride in her wedding gown. It will cost $249.99 on contract once you've minus all the other applicable...

Don't you just fell all the more wary whenever you're in the presence of a video camera? After all, to resist the urge of picking your nose is nigh but impossible considering that is a bad habit of yours...

ScanCafe helps you preserve your precious memories of yore as you literally buy time from the folks of ScanCafe. UPS will pick up your most prized photos and head on towards ScanCafe's headquarters, where these photos will be scanned...

The BenQ Joybook R45 has been released in various countries throughout Asia with updated specifications that make it more desirable than its predecessor, the R43. With a more powerful Intel Penryn processor running the show, you get one of...

The FCC has just given its stamp of approval for the Sony Ericsson G700, which means it ought to be rolling out pretty soon. Specifications include :- 2.4" touch screen display 3.2 megapixel camera Tri-band GSM/single band UMTSOne of...

Panasonic has just launched its Lumix TZ50 digital camera that carries WiFi connectivity which is the most interesting addition in the list of features as shown below. 9.1 megapixel sensor HD video recording WiFi connectivity for direct uploads 10x...

IBM has just launched an internal pilot program that will see its employees move onto the Mac platform - which is pretty funny if you ask me. The first phase of the pilot program has started since October 2007...

ViewSonic has released a new DLP projector known as the PJ513DB. This all-black unit packs in more Texas Instruments hardware that will be able to generate up to 2,200 lumens of brightness and a contrast ratio of 2,000 to...

Word has it that the new range of PMPs from Archos will feature GPS navigation within, allowing you to not only keep yourself entertained with movies and the Internet, but also get to your hotel room from the effort...

I wonder just how many times can Hello Kitty release an MP3 player - this version comes complete with a trio of different switchable ear phones consisting of one with a Hello Kitty red ribbon design, another with a...

The Cizmo CX15 notebook is but a desktop replacement model, with Intel's Centrino 2 platform being the major attraction. Other components found within are :- Intel Core 2 Duo Processor (2.26GHz P8400, 2.4GHz P8600, 2.53GHz P9400) DDR3 Main Memory...

How do you know if your user interface and design is of an excellent standard? Why, other manufacturers start to adopt it and call it their very own. Teclast's T50 is a portable media player that boasts a multitouch...

Former Palm OS users turned current iPhone owners might love this one. This is a graffiti-like application for the iPhone that recognizes your writing and turning it into text. I’m not a big fan of this, but I know...

That’s pretty funny: we just published about Sony’s 0.3mm thick display and here they show a 0.2mm thick one. It has a lower resolution (320x220), but this is quite a lot thinner than the current LCD equivalent. Do I...

Enkin is a research application developed for the Android Developer Challenge. It uses a mix of GPS positioning and image recognition to display building names in a live camera view. The Enkin user interface even uses the orientation sensor to...

The first batch of reviews for the Asus Eee 900 is out there and so far they look good. Everyone loves the higher screen resolution, the extra memory (1GB), multi-touch and of course… the low-price! CNet UK: 8.7 Trusted...

S3 is coming up with a small chip designed to bring DX10 and HD video processing to embedded systems that have drastic thermal requirements. Going into such a niche allows it to somewhat escape from the pressure from NVIDIA...

Most were impressed by the previous record: 3mm thick for the Sony XEL-1, but that was only the beginning… Sony has a 0.3mm thick OLED display with a resolution of 960x540 – not bad at all. (the display seems...

Nokia is officially going to release the Nokia 6500 Classic in silver color. We have previously praised the company for using a micro-USB port to charge/sync (every manufacturer should do that). The new silver color looks much better than...

Teleread has an interesting question: “e-books, two screens or one?”. To put things in context, we are talking about letter-sized pages here. My take is that one such screen is good enough. I don’t really buy the argument that...

Hailed as an “Enterprise” hard drive, this type of HDD is indeed very fast (and noisy). That is why enthusiast consumers use them to build high-end gaming rigs or video-processing computers. Anyhow, Hitachi claims that the Ultrastar 15K450 offers...

The word on the street is that United Microelectronics (UMC) is manufacturing the 3G chip that is supposed to power the next iPhone, using a 65nm process. The chip (Infineon PMB8878, or SGOLD3 in the Apple SDK) would be...

Tech-On has an interesting question: is microelectromechanical (MEMS) sensors or embedded cameras better at motion sensing? MEMS uses an acceleration and geomagnetic sensor while analyzing the image from a plain digital camera can tell us what motion the host...

To build a thin desktop machine, there’s nothing like starting from a laptop motherboard. The design is simple enough to be built “at home”, but yet elegant enough to sit nicely on the desk and be shown around the...

Our friends from digitalhomethoughts have a cool video of the HP TX2051 Tablet PC (this is part 2). Save yourself a trip to the store :)...

Guess cheap laptops are all the rage these days, with Microsoft teaming up with India's HCL Infosystems to develop the cheapest Windows latop in the world. You will get sub-par hardware specifications such as a 30GB hard drive (bummer)...

The Lenovo U110 IdeaPad is finally available albeit via online retailer J&R, retailing for $1,999 despite being not available for sale at the moment. If you had to choose between the U110, the Macbook Air and Lenovo's X300, which...

NEC will be selling its Lui PC from next week onwards, bringing a computer that tunes into digital HDTV broadcasts while being able to stream both live and recorded programs as long as your TV is compatible. The Lui...

The iRiver E100 portable media player is no ordinary MP3 player since it packs in the following :- Stereo speakers Integrated FM radio microSD memory card slot Line-in D-Click system 2.4" TFT LCD screenAvailable in 4GB and 8GB versions,...

The iHome iP99 iPhone Clock Radio is the latest in the myriad of iPod/iPhone docks to be released, and doubles up as a charger as well whenever your shiny new device is docked. It also holds the distinction of...

Woot! Check out this Courvosier-branded iPhone that will definitely set tongues wagging the moment you pull this out from your pocket to make or receive a call. After all, who can resist the sight of a sleek, gold back...

Blackmagic's new USB recorder features analog component, NTSC, PAL and S-Video inputs to help you record video from various and store it on your computer for future reference without taking up additional bulk on your desk. In addition, it...

Sanyo has a new projector in town - the Superbright PLC-ET30L. Features include the following :- SXGA+ (1,400 x 1,050) resolution 1,300:1 contrast ratio 4,200 ANSI lumen Support wired networking 35dB of fan noiseSounds like the perfect projector to...

Microsoft has just completed its purchase of Danger, which means the Sidekick handset is now under the company. Guess Microsoft finally has the means to design cell phone hardware, so we can expect to see a more pleasant Windows...

Check out this Wii mod that is literally out of this world, featuring the words "Super Mario Galaxy" emblazoned on one side of the console with some stars on the other, complete with Mario in his signature jumping pose...

Now isn't this one of the cutest alarm clocks you have ever come across? The home appliance alarm clock comes in a variety of shapes and sizes such as a fridge, stove, iron, blender and even washing machine, complete...

The Epoq EGP-WP98B is another watch phone that will be the first of its kind to be powered by Windows Mobile 5.0, although I'm not too sure why you would need such an operating system on a device with...

The Wii Fit has been slated for a May 19 release in the US, with a $89.99 price tag...tagging along. If you're one of the lucky first 1,000 people in the New York City area who aim to pre-order...

SonyStyle has finally placed the 80GB MGS4 PS3 bundle up on its website, but unfortunately they won't be taking any pre-orders at the moment. This is the equivalent of a cheerleader who dresses and moves so provocatively, leaving you...

Apple has rolled out a new graphics upgrade kit that retails for $279, bringing the NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GT (1st Generation) for folks who are still rocking to a Mac Pro. Guess previous generation Mac Pro owners don't have...

Folks living in the UK who think that they have the disposable income to pick up yet another iPhone can jump for joy, as O2 has just confirmed a new low, low price of £169, thanks to a £100...

The Hive is but a simulated surround sound speaker system that is way more interesting to look at compared to a standard sound bar, featuring a hexagonal honey comb pattern that features pivoting cells that form a truly customizable...

I know it is the Chinese Year of the Rat, but generally rats aren't too well received. The USB Mouse Hub you see here looks more like a cross between a pig and a mouse, as the limbs are...

With many miles left to go before you arrive at your destination, a busted tyre is the last thing on your mind. Ford aims to keep its customers happy with a new sophisticated tyre pressure monitoring system that is...

The Vostro 1310 and 1510 notebooks from Dell have just received an update, shedding some weight in the process. Both models will feature built-in fingerprint readers for greater security, accompanied by the Trusted Platform Module 1.2 that helps prevent...

Fans of Tetris might want to see how their brawn measure up with Tresling - a brand new take on the classic game. Opponents are placed against one another on an arm wrestling board, where the pieces will shift...

The Nokia 6212 is a 3G phone that has Near Field Communications (NFC), which makes it possible to communicate with other NFC devices to receive data (text, images, web URL, files…). “Near” means 4 inches (10 centimeters) away.Highlights 2”...

[Web 2.0] Blurb, is a cool online creative book publishing service that lets you create your own book and sell it. Today, Blurb launched Blurb GroupBook, a FaceBook application that allows users to create real books collectively. How it...

Kingston has a new uber-secure flash drive that also happen to cost big bucks: $424 for 8GB. In fact, this high price is probably driven in part by a federal requirement that some sensitive data has to be stored...

Our friends from akihabaranews have an exclusive hands-on video of the Sharp Sharp Willcom D4 WSO16SH. It ha been shot during a press conference and it shows that the Willcam D4 is more a PDA like a phone, as expected...

Ok, one last Samsung phone for the next few hours… The i900 is another attempt to create a touch-phone that runs Windows Mobile 6.1. We know that there is a 5 Megapixel camera, but from what we can see...

Samsung's B300 cell phone features both internal and external screens, with all the most basic information being displayed on the external screen. It is a dual-band handset that comes with a CSTN display (sucks to use this under bright...

Fancy taking a look at the Samsung B510? It somewhat resembles the Samsung M620, save for a more flat disposition and sharper corners. It is clearly the lesser endowed handset compared to the M510, and looks set to fall...

Samsung's leaked M620 comes coated in stark silver with black highlights, featuring a sliding form factor and has the following features :- 262k color LCD display VGA camera (bah!) Bluetooth A2DP connectivity Integrated music player Built-in FM tunerNo idea...

Silver isn't only great for killing werewolves and vampires, they're also good for killing germs. Seal Shield has released a new washable, anti-microbial keyboard that supposedly kills contaminants with its silver ions. Being dishwasher-safe, it is a snap disinfecting...

Check out the comic above - it is a hilarious but true take of the evolution of us homo sapiens and TV - apparently the thinner a TV gets (in addition to cell phones and other hi-tech stuff such...

The TouchBrowser from Makayama is a simple, full-page rendering Web browser for Windows Mobile users that surprise, surprise - offers the iPhone-like ability of moving around a Web page simply by dragging the tip of your finger. A simple...

LG's Voyager looks set to make its way to other carriers in the US after seeing success with Verizon, which means Sprint and AT&T will be receiving a similar handset sometime later this year. So far more than 1.1...

Sega's Super Monkey Ball was one fun game when it was first released, and it has apparently been ported over to the iPhone. According to producer Ethan Einhorn, this port is a casual title that supports the "pick up...

Here's some words concerning the Toshiba Dynabook SS RX1: it will be delayed. After all, it will be one of the first notebooks that feature a 128GB SSD, and the delay might be due to the SSD itself since...

(not actual display) HP and DreamWorks announced that they have been “working together” on a 30-bit color display that will be built for 25% of the cost of equivalent displays in this space. I used the quotes up there because...

The OHM Hybrid Cycle looks like a pretty hi-tech but normal bicycle, but it features a center mount battery pack that is capable of managing power distribution automatically when pedaling, ensuring you get a larger boost from the electric...

VTech's new IS6110 cordless landline phone was specially designed to look like a smartphone, so you might actually fool visitors to your home by leaving it on the coffee table. Features include a full QWERTY keyboard for instant messaging...

This Ben Heck fellow deserves high praise from everyone for his creativity when it comes to modifying electronics into works of art. This time, he has come up with the amazing Apple IIGS laptop that features an original IIGS...

Now this is one home-made console that will definitely blow you away - it brings the best of the past into one huge machine that will surely deserve an honorable place in your living room. After all, there are...

Unemployed Afghan electrical engineer Hanif Molavizadeh has decided to come up with a deadly DIY burglar alarm that will trigger a "song-like" warning whenever a small movement is triggered outside the window, calling Molavizadeh's cell phone which would then...

RED RAY has just rolled out a new optical disk drive that claims to playback 4K video from the RED ONE, 3K video from the new Scarlet and the usual assortment of HD formats from RED Disc and RED...

Panasonic's new 64GB Solid State Disk has just been released in order to complement its line of HD recording professional P2 camcorders. With five 64GB SSD P2 cards installed, you will be able to record up to 5.3 hours...

I suppose Metal Gear Solid 4 will move tons of copies in its sales and possibly introduce a second surge in PS3 sales, but Konami isn't taking any chances by milking this title for all its worth. There will...

CSR has demonstrated its Ultra-Low Power (ULP) Bluetooth hardware which is touted to be up to 50 times faster than what we have today. Instead of sending out more data, ULP consumes a phenomenally low amount of power during...

The DoCoMo (Japan’s largest wireless carrier) Raku-Raku Phone Premium, also known as F884i becomes official today. It can convert voice-to-text when editing emails, which might come in handy, if it works, that said. While editing an email, users can...

The Willcom D4 is an amazing feast of miniaturization: at 188 x 84 x 25.9mm, for about 1.0 lbs (470g), this is the smallest Windows Vista computer UMPC.

The Asus M70 is no slouch when it comes to performance, considering its main mission of being an entertainment notebook. For starters, you get :- 17" display 1TB of storage space Blu-ray drive Intel processors ATI Mobility Radeon HD3650...

The Arabesque loudspeakers from Crystal Cables are definitely a beauty to behold - the enclosures themselves are made from hand-blown Czech Republic crystal, boasting walls that are at least 0.5" thick and the overall looks that will turn your...

The Greenhouse Eneplug is one interesting gizmo as this compact USB charger consists of a power cord and a USB jack on the opposite end, making it a snap to recharge your portable electronics (those that depend on USB...

Searching through aisle after aisle of medical products can be quite the pain, which is why the new Help-branded products designed by ChappsMalina Studio aims to make the entire process simple and dummy-proof. Granted, this isn't exactly tech-related but...

The iMacmini sounds like an abomination, and the finished DIY product is nowhere near the polished masterpieces from Cupertino but it does offer a rather interesting angle where an old Windows-powered laptop experienced a renaissance after being stripped apart...

How many hi-tech watches that you see in the market these days cater for females? Chances are the answer will be none. The I/O concept aims to change that perspective (assuming it actually takes off), featuring a cuff bracelet...

MobiTV will be providing interactive capabilities for the consumer trials courtesy of its A-VSB Initiative that will see consumer trials rolled out throughout the year in more than one US market, hoping to get a better feel of money-making...

We covered SPOT back in November last year, and here's what the folks at Gearlog have to say about it. During my time with the SPOT, I used it periodically from my office and on my commute to work...

Laptops tend to heat up easily, which is why it is important to have a good backup solution as well as a cooling system that helps prevent any mishap from happening - especially right before that all-important board meeting....

You might wonder why Blockbuster wants to buy Circuit City for a billion dollars. Here’s the insight provided by Jim Keyes, Blockbuster’s CEO: "We would seek to differentiate products in both Blockbuster and Circuit City stores by offering exclusive...

Samsung's Aura notebook series has just received timely updates in order to be on par with the market. Just like the Samsung R20, the R410 is a 14 incher and tips the scales at 2.4kg, making this a MacBook...

E-Ten has taken steps to upgrade their flagship Glofiish smartphone by releasing two new models - the M750 and the M810. The latter is powered by a 500MHz processor, has WiFi connectivity, GPS navigation, Bluetooth 2.0 support, HSDPA, 2.8"...

It should not come as surprise: customers are not interested by watching TV on a tiny display, and those who are would like to do it by using an on-demand scheme, not broadcast. DVB-H is exactly the contrary of...

There is nothing quite like bad breath to totally ruin your chances at a social event, which is why brushing one's teeth before a social engagement along with a pack of mints are essential "to do" items virtually every...

Check out the video above and leave your verdict in the comments section. Do you think the G-Dog has what it takes to endear itself to the masses, especially after Sony's Aibo was put to sleep officially back in...

Strange to see Psystar from Florida announce an Apple Mac Clone which retails for a mere $399.99, but unfortunately for the rest of the masses the site is currently down. No idea if this is due to a massive...

The new Canon PIXMA iP100 portable printer isn't too portable IMHO, tipping the scales at 2kg which tends to add up should you lug it around. It can print out images at 9,600 x 2,400 dpi, while 10cm x...

Intel's new Atom processor sees action in the Willcom D4 (also known as the WS016SH from Sharp), boasting the following features :- 1.33GHz Atom processor 1GB RAM Tilt-slider design that fits a QWERTY keyboard and D-pad 5" touch screen...

Verizon will definitely win more fans over, dropping the price of its unlimited data plan to a mere $29.99 monthly from today onwards. Guess if you're always hankering after a cheap, unlimited data plan, this is it - unless...

Hitachi's Wooo UT Series of HDTVs consist of half a dozen LCD models and three plasma displays to cater for every budget and viewer requirement. All the LCD TVs measure a mere 3.5cm in thickness and boast a 250GB...

Guess there is still some mileage left in the Transformers movie where merchandise is concerned, especially with this All Spark USB hub. It is definitely larger than your average USB hubs that tend to minimize the amount of desk...

Now the Philips DCP951 is truly a wonder - it not only plays DVDs, but also does DVD +/-R and DVD +/-RW, VCD, DivX, and MPEG4 movies as well. Heck, it even doubles up as an iPod touch dock,...

If you have a whole lot of extra time on your hands and is passionate about recycling objects into works of art, then this Speaker Media Cabinet ought to be your cup of tea. It can be used to...

NEC will roll out the AtermWR1200H wireless LAN router in Japan that comes with a built-in antenna, measuring a mere 27mm x 85mm x 110mm that makes it 60% smaller compared to its predecessor, which is pretty darn small...

LG's latest portable media player, the T80 isn't exactly groundbreaking in design, and it does let one wonder whether the iPod touch look was a deliberate move or an accident. Features include :- 3" 420 x 240 resolution touch...

Now this is definitely a special projector by all accounts, as it is capable of projecting content loaded onto a microSD memory card, hence its relatively compact size. While you won't get full HD images plastered on your wall,...

HP's recently released 2133 will be receiving the protective SleeveCase courtesy of WaterField Designs. The SleeveCase for the HP 2133 Mini-Note PC combines a nearly indestructible ballistic nylon outer shell with a high-grade neoprene interior that cushions the computer...

LocaModa and Touch Tunes have teamed up to hook up to 30,000 jukeboxes to social networks, allowing them to be controlled remotely via cell phones. This new partnership allows patrons to let their handsets interact with flat panel screens...

Hmm, looks as though 3 months down the road and the Supertooth 3 has not yet been released, despite a targeted March 2008 release date and a recommended retail price of $119. The Supertooth 3 was paraded again by...

JMTek has just released the Cross Box, a device that allows you to transfer data between two computers via USB 2.0 as long as they are powered by a Windows-based operating system. This does away with the hassle of...

The sweltering summer heat is nothing to joke about, and kids are more subsceptible to heat than we adults so leaving them in a car is a big no-no. Even worse is the fact that most kids seat behind...

What you see here is a dollhouse TV, and while most other dollhouse TVs come with some sort of static display (often a sticker that was haphazardly placed), this one is different as the TV actually works. Brett Foster,...

I must admit this is one of the weirder medical devices I've covered so far - the CardioArm is more an offshoot of Dr. Octopus' tentacled wonder than a medical contraption. This snakelike robot was specially designed to help...

The iSH2 Natalie Coughlin Signature Series pays homage to the US backstroke world record holder, featuring an integrated waterproof case as well as H2O Audio's new H3 waterproof headphones for the iPod shuffle. It works fine up to 3m...

Toto's Hybrid Ecology System and Washlet helps to save water by drawing on both inboard and outside water sources, taking up a mere 5.5 litres per flush compared to the standard 13 litres in old school tanks. Other features...

You know those paddle vehicles that lovers just love sitting in at tourist spots? Well, lonely folks can look forward to the realization of the Amphibian Bike concept, as it does not only function as a standard bike on...

Radio Shack ran some circulars which featured the iPod touch complete with Installer and MobileChat icons - and this instance can only come about with a jailbroken iPod (which doesn't make much sense anyways). I wonder what the Apple...

The French Embassy and UbiFrance are sponsoring a neat program that helps French Start ups to meet leading global tech companies and expose them to the Silicon Valley’s ecosystem. French Startups must apply by April 14th to be considered for...