Logitech is currently planning on developing and marketing premium instrument controllers for Guitar Hero World Tour, in time for the latest instalment that will make an appearance on the Xbox 360, PS2, PS3 and Wii platforms. Logitech will cater...
July 31, 2008
Is the Davone Rithm speaker cool looking, or what? This design hails from Denmark and features an 8" coaxial driver along with a 1" tweeter located in the center of the woofer. How does the bowed shape come into...
There is nothing quite like resting in your favorite lounge chair after a long day at work, and better still if there is a footstool to prop your tired feet up. Just make sure the socks don't stink, aye?...
GPS is such wonderful technology when used the right way - it is now being utilized by law enforcement officials to help track suspects of domestic violence and stalking, with Michigan being the latest state to jump on board...
Google Maps is improving day by day (or at least until the next update), with the latest version throwing in mass transit directions on its S60 and Windows Mobile versions. Version 2.2 can easily be downloaded and installed on...
Sony's Greatest Hits collection for the PS3 is now selling at a cheap, cheap price (relatively speaking, of course) of $29.99, so for those of you who have yet to pick up Warhawk and a slew of other great...
Ok, with Asus prepping itself to roll out a deluge of netbooks, it makes me wonder where the line between a netbook and notebook is drawn. After all, the Ultimate and Pro Fashion models aren't performance slouches to say...
Here's taking a look at the upcoming Eee PC 701SD that will share a somewhat similar chassis as the Eee PC 901, albeit without the rounded edges. In addition, the Eee logo is located on the top right corner,...
Nikon's D3 DSLR will now receive a memory upgrade - at a steep price, of course. After all, as the Joker said, "If you're good at something, never do it for free." It doesn't really apply verbatim in this...
If there ever was a long product name, the TRENDnet Dual Band Wireless N Gigabit Router would definitely be one of them. This new networking device allows one to experience the speeds and thrills of running 802.11n Wi-Fi on...
Apple has just released its pre-release build of Mac OS X 10.5.5 to the developer community, but has issued a warning to not use this version with Macs that run on integrated graphics chips. Well, don't say you have...
The Steampunk mouse you see here will definitely fit well with the rest of your steampunk collection back home, but don't go crying to the nearest doctor should your wrist suddenly seize up after spending hours of online gaming...
Hannspree's well known for their line of quirky TVs, and this time round the HT11 portable TV takes the road less traveled. It comes with a 5:4 aspect ratio which is way different from all those 16:9 TVs that...
Yamaha Motor has a brand new electric bike - the PAS Brace, and this model comes equipped with an assistance system that is smart enough to adopt to the gear position and driver’s running speed. It will feature 8...
Check out this concept of an MP3/Aromatherapy entertainment pod that would do well to help you wind down after a hard day's work with tunes from an orchestra as well as your favorite aromatherapy scent. All you need to...
Microsoft might not be in the spotlight with Windows Mobile these days, but it doesn’t mean that they can’t sell licenses. In fact Windows Mobile has shown a growth of 81% when compared to last year and it is...
Dell has a very interesting upcoming laptop. It was featured in the Aug 8 Dell business flyer and it is not yet on Dell.com at this moment (update: Vostro 2510 page). It look stylish, with the speakers resembling those...
Hydrogen, is the most abundant material in the universe that we could use to power a bunch of stuff… if only we could produce it cheaply. That’s the problem that an MIT researcher is hoping to solve. Daniel Nocera...
And believe me, if there was a decent GPS navigation app, a $249 iPod touch (8GB) with GPS could do some real damage to stand-alone GPS units…
Firefox fans, rejoice: the browser is close to getting a 20% market share, which is huge. I helped a company build their website recently, and I have to say that after such a project I come to dislike IE...
We guess that Asus got over its shortages issues, because otherwise Target would not have inked a deal to retail the Linux version. As the title says, it goes for $299 and here’s the actual config (link): 7" Display (800x480)...
Sony is said to be among the first manufacturer to take advantage of Centrino 2’s ability to switch between graphics chips with its Vaio Z570. Back in the days, “thin & light” (<4lbs) laptop users complained about having to...
I wonder whether Sony's entry into China's portable media player (PMP) market has anything to do with diversifying their portfolio, as you won't be able to find the PMX-M80 anywhere else. Some of the features found on this PMP...
Hello Kitty is back to torture us even more with the Shake Music Free G68 phone. As the name implies, it will feature some sort of built-in accelerometer that allows you to skip songs simply by shaking it in...
KNGT has just announced the launch of their MK1 in Korea. The MK1 is an in-car multimedia PC which is powered by Windows Mobile. This just goes to show that regular CD / DVD players don’t cut the mustard anymore.
Sony Ericsson's r306a clamshell cell phone has just hit the FCC, and some leaked information includes essentials such as tri-band 850/1800/1900 radios, Bluetooth connectivity, a built-in FM/AM radio (most other handsets just have FM radio), external radio presets and...
Cantor Gaming has introduced its latest gambling device, the eDeck. The eDeck allows users to play a variety of popular casino games, and since its wireless, they can go online and gamble for real.
Lian Li is more famous for their range of PC chassis, but here we have the Lian Li BZ-U02 I/O port bezel that enables convenient access to essential ports without having to bend down and check out the back...
Announced back in May for the UK, the Fujifilm FinePix Z200fd digital camera has finally arrived in the US. You can head on to our previous post to check out the specifications found on this 10 megapixel shooter -...
Nokia, sitting pretty in pole position as the #1 cell phone maker in the world, will move to reduce the prices of most of its handsets by up to 10%. Phones that are affected the most will fall under...
I know that winter's a long way off, but that doesn't mean you can't prepare for it a few months in advance? The Travelmate fireplace is one such device that takes on a briefcase form factor, handle and all,...
Sylvania jumps into the netbook game with the G MESO that will be powered by Intel's Atom 1.6GHz processor. In addition, this tiny device will come with the following specifications :- 8.9" 1,024 x 600 resolution LCD display with...
SanDisk preps kids for their new school term with a new USB flash drive that offers above average looks without busting the bank with the SanDisk Cruzer Pattern. You will be able to choose from 1GB and 2GB capacities...
Move over, iPhone 3G. Should the Plica phone concept actually be realized, it will surely overtake the iPhone's popularity in no time thanks to a dual screen display (hello, DS Lite!). One of those screens is a touch screen...
Worried about people accessing your computer when you’re not around? The Biometric Fingerprint Encrypted Mouse might just solve your problem. This mouse has a couple of security features, such as PC-Lock, Web bank, Virtual Disk, and File encryption/decryption.
Is the world moving at such a fast pace that even broadband services have adopted the takeaway model? That's what O2 is going to do anyway, where customers can purchase broadband from high street Carphone Warehouse and O2 stores,...
It’s amazing how some simple things can be turned into cool geek products. This latest desk lamp designed by Japan’s 25togo looks very much like an oversized LEGO block.
This is definitely an alarm clock that I don't mind waking up to - to the smell of freshly grilled bacon. The Wake n' Bacon alarm clock concept requires you to place a frozen strip of bacon inside when...
Granted, you will find the Hello Kitty brand plastered on this red body composition meter device, but it is still manufactured by Toshiba and known as the SCF-20 where model numbers are concerned. The Hello Kitty Body Composition Meter...
The tape dispenser's one of the most common office tools to have which often goes unappreciated. In order to increase the usefulness of this device, why not throw in an integrated 4-port USB hub as well? This results in...
Not in the way you remember it though - it has evolved into the game known as WordScraper. Similar in nature albeit having a few different rules, it makes that break away from a potential lawsuit from Hasbro. I...
Sonic Impact's SoundPads are small pads that are able to "transfer sound to any surface you stick them on". Guess this means instant speakers are now a snap to create - just grab a couple of these for $17.99...
When the calendar hits October 1st, that is. The Nokia N96 will be available via 3, Carphone Warehouse, Orange, Phones4U, T-Mobile and Vodafone operators, so you had best start counting just how many quid you have right now before...
The Adaptive solar Tree by Welsh designer Ross Lovegrove is smart enough to move its solar panels (more like solar-powered tree branches) according to the sun's movements, and will be able to escape shadows in order to optimize the...
Sanyo has revealed its PLC-XL50 XGA projector in Korea, allowing you to throw a 80" image from just 3" away. Features include 2,000 ANSI lumens that ought to be bright enough for conference rooms as well as storefront display...
This is one arcade cabinet that will definitely elicit more than just a long sigh of admiration from geeks - it has been lovingly built based on the iconic blue Police Box which looks pretty ordinary on the outside...
What you see above is the UnMouse Pad that is currently on display at the Microsoft Research Summit, where it will use Force-Sensing Resistors which results in a gargantuan mouse pad-sized circuit. It is just amazing to see how...
The IEEE 1394 standard, better known as FireWire, will be receiving a new specification that is capable of supporting bandwidth of up to 3.2Gb/s. This is a huge boost, considering the current FireWire 400 and 800 specifications run at...
Since the Nintendo Wii is a communal gaming experience, it makes perfect sense to keep your collection of Wiimotes juiced up at all times. What better way than with the Penguin 4X Quad Charge Station? This lets you charge...
Samsung's femtocell device, the UbiCell, will soon be available no matter which part of the US you're at from August 17th onwards, thanks to the efforts of Sprint Nextel. What's the UbiCell? To recap, it leverages Access Point Base...
The FCC has revealed information on a new clamshell cell phone crom ZTE Corporation of China - the A139+. This handset looks set to be a working man's model if it is ever released, since the functions are all...
Segatoys is at it again, this time round they will unleash their Dream Hamster robotic animal toy on the unsuspecting masses. Good thing this little bugger doesn't poop like all get out, and there is no need for you...
Subscribers of T-Mobile can now hop aboard the 3G bandwagon as the mobile carrier company will be rolling out its 3G service from this October onwards in the following cities :- Atlanta Austin Birmingham Chicago Dallas Denver Detroit Houston...
Slovak designer Matúš Procháczka dreams of a magnet-powered car by drafting out the MAG concept. Of course, this would mean our present road system will be rendered irrelevant, as all roads must be turned into giant magnets. Apparently, the...
Christmas might come early to the people in North America as HTC prepares itself to launch a GSM HTC Touch Diamond model before December 25th, shortly after receiving a certification from the US FCC (Federal Communications Commission). Originally, HTC...
Current technology does not place 3D printing under the "affordable" status, but that could soon change with Shapeways from the Netherlands coming up with a new online service that will see customized manufacturing be made available to the masses...
The Openmoko Neo Freerunner phone is not exactly new having debuted a few weeks' back, but here we are with a customized version known as the W.E. Phone. You will be able to take advantage of the plethora of...
LG's BD300 Blu-ray player holds the distinction of being the first of its kind that features integrated Netflix movie streaming, and will roll out sometime this fall for under a grand. Netflix currently has more than 12,000 movie titles...
Nokia isn't going to play nice with its customers, forcing them to take a tough stand as the Finnish cell phone company won't be supporting BlackBerry Connect. “RIM are a competitor and have done a reasonable job in a...
Apple has made known that its MobileMe service has finally being rid of all the gremlins within, and Cupertino will now concentrate on improving the service in other areas. The 1% of users who have been locked out of...
Asus has rolled out the first overclocked model of the NVIDIA GeForce 9500GT graphics card in the world, going by the model name ASUS EN9500GT TOP/DI/512M. Tests from Asus have shown that users will be able to experience a...
Sanyo has managed to achieve a solar cell efficiency of 22.3% with their latest proprietary solar cell known as "heterojunction with intrinsic thin layer (HIT) solar cell." This was achieved during the research phase, so it remains to be...
Shaw Communication from Canada will be rolling out a whole new channel known as “The Frame”, and this one will feature nothing but background ambiance and picturesque scenes. The Frame is available on Channel 225 in Toronto, launching nationwide...
SD Time has had access to Microsoft documents that provides the outline of a future operating system (OS) called Midori that would achieve backwards compatibility with Windows and run either natively, in the cloud or as a process (sounds...
July 30, 2008
Don't you think that these tiny robots from CrabFu are just absolutely adorable? Constructed from spare and leftover remote controlled aircraft parts, they move in a really creepy manner. His most recent creations are a turtle and a fish...
If you're a stickler for proper law and order, then the Laser Parking System ought to be right up your alley. This $30 device ($25 if you search for a cheaper source) is instaled in your garage to help...
The iRiver W7 is currently available in China and Korea only, and it has just received a price cut. All in all, this is a decent portable media player (PMP) that brings together the benefits of a stylus-based touch...
Apple is warning its resellers that they might face shortages between now and the availability of Apple’s new products. Best-selling iPods and MacBooks models (except for the Air) are in the list of devices that are scheduled for a...
While some are debating whether or not we’re in a recession, many companies blame (rightly so) a difficult economic climate for their quarterly performance. That’s not the case with Nintendo, whose sales of Wii hardware (console, Wii-Fit) and software (games)...
Lenovo is well-known for its slim ThinkPad X300, but now the Chinese company is preparing itself to launch a low-cost laptop similar to the Asus Eee that started it all. Usual contract manufacturers are probably in-line to get this...
Sources from within Intel have allegedly reported that Apple is going to use a chipset from a different brand in upcoming Macbooks. The chipset is the chip that controls the motherboard and the inputs/outputs. Sometimes, there is also an...
If you cannot afford a large screen TV in your living room, there is a cheaper (albeit lower quality) alternative in the form of the Vuzix iWear 920s. This pair of virtual reality glasses claims to simulate watching a...
Matsushita will be working on a 40" OLED TV that will hit the market by the time 2011 rolls around, which is a good thing since current OLED displays are few and far between, not to mention having a...
PC MicroWorks wants to set the record straight by claiming that its Edge gaming laptop is the most powerful in the world, but I would take that pitch with a grain of salt. Check out the specifications below and...
TiVo has taken out its Series 3 digital video recorder from its online store quietly, listing the device as "Out of Stock" in the individual product page. This would mean the lower-end TiVo HD is the remaining recorder which...
The Blinkx Remote is now available in beta version, and Joe Public have been invited to navigate and search through any show from Channel 4, Five or any of the BBC and ITV channels. Blinkx has so far indexed...
I don't doubt that there are good people in our Army right now who do have a World of Warcraft account, and these are the folk who will take kindly to the suggestion that a senior Army game-designer is...
The iPhone 3G might be shiny and new, but that doesn't make it exempt from cracks in the plastic finish, much to the disgust of once proud owners. It seems as though these cracks are most common in the...
The 6-cell battery version, at least. It will cost anywhere from $549 to even $599 if you perform a quick search online despite the recommended retail price of $499. $50 might not sound like much, but crossing the $500...
I like it when something as serious as technology is given a boost of pop art, as with the case of these hard drive cases from Meninos Design Studio from Brazil. All the external USB hard drive cases are...
I wonder what's the rationale behind Tomy to manufacture a transparent, radio-controlled R2-D2? Well, it is Star Wars merchandise nontheless and will probably find its fair share of buyers, but perhaps Tomy has run out of blue, white and...
Talk about a multi-functional device - Brando has a new USB Spy Camera MP3 Sunglasses that comes complete with a wireless remote shutter for all you aspiring 007s. This unique pair of sunglasses comes with 2GB of internal memory,...
With the summer Olympics starting in about a week's time, here's an Olympic iPhone to commemorate the occasion. It will come studded with 88 diamonds, and will retail for a whopping $8,224. Well at least you can say sorry...
Disc Makers has just released its Reflex Flash USB Drive Duplicator range that will come in 3-drive, 7-drive and 11-drive models which retail for $699, $899 and $1,099, respectively. While this might sound like a whole lot of money,...
Word has it that the Indian Institute of Science in Bangalore is currently working on a netbook that will retail for a stunning $100 - now is that cheap or what? Hopefully the final product won't be as tacky...
Fans of Knight Rider will definitely find this KITT, er, kit, for trucks to be a must-buy accessory, since it is able to turn a mundane pickup truck into one that emulates your childhood car computer idol (not that...
Dell was a little bit careless with their most recent leaked PowerPoint slide, showing the Pocket Projector that will definitely revolutionize the world of presentations when it is released. I wonder just how many connectivity options this little puppy...
Those looking forward to Garmin's Nuviphone will be disappointed to know that it won't be out in Q4 this year as earlier anticipated, pushing the release date all the way to the first half of next year. Well, there...
If you think you've got a top notch projector in your home, chances are you haven't stumbled upon the Meridian 810 projector. Touted to be the Reference Video System, it features specially calibrated JVC D-ILA light engine panels that...
The nettop market is getting even more crowded, with Synnex crashing in on Asus Eee Box's party thanks to their new Lernel Q PC Smart deluxe nettop. This model wil come with the following specifications :- Intel Atom 230...
Sony Ericsson plods onward with a new slider handset known as the G705. No idea if this will fall under the Cybershot or Walkman range, but check out the mid-range specifications and draw your own conclusion. 2.4? display (sorry,...
Ok, I think game peripheral manufacturers are taking things a wee bit too far with the Peak Starpex guitar controller being the most realistic Guitar Hero controller just yet. This hardware won't see the use of cheap plastics, but...
Man, I never knew that the Thermaltake V1 CPU cooler could look like something out of Disney's The Little Mermaid. Seriously - take a look at it and tell me Sebastian the hermit crab won't be able to find...
If at first you don't succeed, try again. And that's exactly what Dell is doing as they prepare themselves to re-enter the portable music player market despite past failures like the DJ Ditty. Word has it that this new...
Sky Link has yet another phone for us to look at - the Ubiquam U800. This targets a more business-oriented crowd, where one will be able to take advantage of its EV-DO Rev. 0 support to stay connected no...
Now here's a handset that many of us won't have heard of - the Sky Link AnyDATA ASP-505 cell phone. This PocketPC-powered device will come with the following specifications :- Supported networks: CDMA 450/800 MHz, EV-DO Rev.A (3.1 Mbps/1.8...
Hitachi has blessed the hard drive world with a couple more CinemaStar hard drives that have been specially optimized to be used not in computers but digital video recorders and set-top boxes - essential tools in the modern living...
Sanyo's back with another High Definition camcorder - the DMX-HD800. This 720p camcorder is able to store video in AVC/H.264 formats, and will come in gold, pink or black colors. It looks small enough to fit into the palm...
Axiomtek has a new range of eBOX fanless embedded computers for those involved in industrial automation, digital signage (DSA), gaming/entertainment, and vehicle industries. You will be able to fit in a Celeron M or Pentium M processor in the...
LG and Dolby have formed a partnership to develop new LG cell phones with Dolby Mobile, bringing phones to a whole new level of multimedia capability. Some of the features that will be introduced in this partnership include :-...
Memorytube Kiosks will be launching a new interactive touch screen kiosk that allows folk to transfer photos from their cell phones to a hard drive at the event itself without having to hook up a laptop and perform the...
Here's a shot of the upcoming Blackberry Curve Sunset - as the name suggests, it comes in a shade of orange and will be available on T-Mobile. How many of you folks are willing to settle for a smartphone...
The folks at BestofMedia, the parent company of TomsHardware have set a new overclocking world record by pushing a Core 2 Quad Q6600 (65nm) normally running at 2.4Ghz to 5.11218Ghz, which is a new record. They have been using liquid...
July 29, 2008
Tokyoflash has yet another watch to adorn your hand with a piece of style - the Zero-G. This timepiece comes in a sleek and slender profile, featuring a mirrored LCD face that points to the hour just like how...
Motorola's U9 clamshell handset was announced last autumn, but at long last, it is finally available in an unlocked format at Motorola's online store. This GSM handset is compatible with either T-Mobile or AT&T, and will come in graphite...
Sitting down in front of your office desk all day long can be quite stressful on your back, which is why there is the USB/In-Car Back Massager that can be powered by a cigarette lighter in your vehicle or...
Go silly with these bulb strand of Homers that will definitely light up your work experience with more than just a simple "D-oh!" whenever you hit a brick wall during those brainstorming sessions. There is a total of nine...
PS3 owners, there is a new firmware for you to download - version 2.42 is now available, but it doesn't look like anything major was thrown into the fray. Apparently, the official stand on this firmware would be "This...
T-Mobile's latest device will be plainly known as the Sidekick, somewhat resetting the entire scene to where it was at the beginning. Of course, it won't carry specifications from 2002 but will instead feature the following :- 400 x...
GMC has a new PC chassis that targets the gaming crowd - the X7 X-Station. This model comes with an enhanced cooling function thanks to a 120mm cooling fan located on the rear end with a 80mm fan on...
The Handy robotic hand is now readily available to lend a, er, helping hand when we need it, especially in domestic tasks like "washing, hammering, painting, digging, and kneading." I guess our imagination's the limit, but something tells me...
Word is out that Buffalo has taken an official stance with regards to news that they will be supplying replacement 32GB and 64GB SSDs for upcoming Asus Eee PC 901s when September rolls around. In addition, the Japanese company...
How much more precise can you get other than displaying digital figures with this tire gauge? The large backlit LCD display will show your current tire pressure in 0.1psi reading increments, letting you make a more accurate decision each...
Kenneth Tay certainly loves him some action oriented music, hence coming up with the Shake MP3 player concept. It will rely on kinetic energy to keep the internal battery going, just like how a fair number of watches do...
Samsung knows that video recording is an ever growing market, and announced a new platform for camcorders which will bring benefits such as enhanced video quality, recording times, and battery life. Of course, it remains to be seen just...
Benjamin Franklin went to great lengths for science, putting his life at risk by flying a kite during a thunderstorm, but you don't have to perform such daredevil stunts these days. A group of walkers have volunteered themselves (and...
An eye for all seasons, that's what I would term the Mobotix Q22 security camera. It touts to deliver a full 360-degrees of vision, thanks to a hemispheric lens that does away with the need for moving parts. It...
Pentax has a love affair with the lacklustre it seems, offering the Optio M60 digital camera that packs run-of-the-mill features such as :- 10 megapixels sensor 5x optical zoom Large LCD monitor Face recognition function (up to 32 faces...
Alienware is first off the blocks to offer the recently released NVIDIA Quadro FX 3600M graphics card in their current m15x notebook, bringing graphical performance on a 15.4" notebook to an entirely different level. This is the first notebook...
Samsung has yet another range of LCD HDTVs - the 6 Series. This new line aims for the middle road, striking a balance between picture performance, style, and price. Features include :- 1080p/120Hz sets "Touch of Color" bezel design...
Good to see that Nintendo aren't resting on their laurels with the runaway success of their current generation hardware. The Wii has been doing gangbusters in sales, along with the DS Lite, and they are already hard at work...
Plastinkus has come up with a portable scratch pad that measures no larger than your average credit card, and amazingly enough it produces sounds just like the real thing. I suppose if you're a budding DJ and want to...
David McGoran has come up with the Heart Robot, a sub-intelligent creation that just loves human touch, and it looks like some rejected Teletubby (those are fugly IMHO). It has a beating heart which rises when the body is...
There are speculations around that says Apple will be transforming their new nano into a mini iPod touch, with a smaller screen. Apparently, the whole nano upgrade for this year will be moving in a different direction. Several sources...
Alongside the possible addition that Google Maps will have turn-by-turn directions, another interesting piece of news would be the beta release of iPhone OS 2.1 that comes with a potential reference to a new iPod touch model. It was...
You might be puzzled over the question of the reason behind creating spectacles for the blind; the reason is that it is a special pair of spectacles, meant for the visually impaired. Just like the handheld wireless sensor design...
This USB memory stick from Plankton of the Netherlands looks like a nail jammed in your PC or laptop when plugged in. According to Plankton's item description, "it is a USB stick with a vengeance". The Nailed USB flash...
Targus has announced the first in their line of checkpoint-friendly laptop cases, the Zip-Tru that eliminates the need to remove your laptop from its case (and preventing your laptop from getting scratched) in order to speed your way through...
Managing your passwords on the go is about to get easier, with the 1Password for iPhone that has hit the App Store. The release features secure notes and wireless sync to your Mac. The 1Password for iPhone requires 1Password...
AT&T announced today the details for its Text Accessibility Plan (TAP) for disabled iPhone 3G users, offering unlimited text messaging, web browsing and email access for $50 a month. Very considerate of AT&T to do so. TAP is designed...
Sprint became the potential center of a legal precedent today in a ruling in a California court that would have the carrier pay $73 million in refunds. The decision follows a case in which former customers argued that Sprint had...
An EA rep mentioned that the company plans to market pre-built PCs in conjunction with the release of Crytek's Crysis Warhead. The idea here is to reassure gamers new to high-end PCs or those who have been out of...
The creators of a Scrabble knockoff responsible for countless hours at the online hangout Facebook suspended their word game Tuesday after being hit with a lawsuit, disappointing fans who logged on expecting to make their next moves. Hasbro Inc....
Sony reported profits of about $326M, compared to $620M during the same period last year. Sony Computer Entertainment was one of the few bright spots with PS3 and PSP sales off the charts, compared to last year. This feels...
The good people at Rogers Wireless has decided to take their chances with Apple's offer of $150 million worth of iPhones, which makes it sound as though you won't find an iPhone 3G shortage in the Great White North...
Palringo is surely one of the more useful applications to purchase from the App Store if you're a heavy IM user, as it supports Google Talk, Jabber, Windows Live Messenger, Yahoo! Messenger, ICQ, iChat and Gadu-Gadu (for Poles) in...
As with any new hardware release, it makes sense for Lite-On's new DVD writers to come with a speedy 22x speed as well as SmartErase. As you can tell from the latter's name, this is a new data erasing...
FAK3 is pronounced “FAKE” under geek speak, and this home design project sees a central, multifunctional area that brings together a range of activities including dining, study, and entertainment, helping you save space at the same time. Of course,...
It makes perfect sense to get a handsfree kit for your cell phone if you happen to do plenty of driving, as it will go a long way in helping you drive safe while saving a whole lot of...
Ok, the phrase "official leak" doesn't sound quite right, but that's the case with the Nokia. While it isn't available on an official basis yet, Nokia has already posted specifications of this smartphone on their own website. This mid-range...
Asus has a brand new wireless N USB adapter in the form of the aptly named USB-N11. This device comes with a button that when pused, it will automagically create a protected wireless environment without having to earn a...
They say that nothing is free in this world, and that saying holds true at least for iPhoneinfused - a company that will unlock your iPhone 2.0 software, providing you with freedom from exclusive wireless providers’ expensive roaming charges,...
I know that Pikachus are extremely cute, and good thing Game Freaks did not make them impossible to catch in Pokemon. Kaseo has an affinity for this yellow pocket monster, constructing an entire orchestra of musical instruments that consists...
Lenovo works weird sometimes, introducing the 3000 G Series notebook in Malaysia today instead of their normal launch countries. This 14" notebook will target those who live on a tight budget, offering a 1.86GHz Pentium dual-core processor, 2GB RAM,...
Wibrain's upcoming I1 UMPC is tipped for an October release, and it will come equipped with HSDPA connectivity to help you stay connected virtually wherever you are, as long as you pay your monthly subscription bills and do not...
Just like how the men in black cut up alien bodies in Area 51, so do the folks at the FCC dissect whatever new electronics that come their way, with the Asus R50A being the latest to fall victim....
Dell has let slip a new LCD monitor in the form of the 24" S2409W, switching from the 16:10 aspect ratio to a wider 16:9. While this results in a lower resolution of 1,920 x 1,080, it makes it...
These latest speakers from Gadget4All are designed to look like shells, and can be changed via a USB port
Man, it looks like the Palm Centro has definitely hit a sweet spot with consumers, as it managed to move two million units since its launch. The one million milestone was achieved at the end of March, so it...
For those who do not know, Mashable is a cool Social networking News Blog and they are currently touring 7 cities in the US, throwing cool parties with 500 to 900 attendees. I went to the San Francisco one...
It looks like the folks at Engadget Chinese have received a slide image which shows ASUS’ Eee PC roadmap. So how many are they planning to release? How about 23?
Toshiba has just announced three of their new portable hard drives. They come in three capacities, which are 160GB, 250GB and 320GB, and their colors are Gecko Green, Hot Rod Red and Carbon Grey respectively.
The iRiver Spinn has certainly whipped up a fair bit of interest since it was unveiled at CES 2008 earlier this year, and all that anticipation will soon culminate in holding one in your hands since it is open...
Hoodman has a new Nikon D3 LCD Hood Cap which snaps into place thanks to the existing mounting points in your Nikon D3 DSLR camera. This optically clear peripheral is equipped with a scratch resistant coating and will retail...
Pure has just released its One Elite DAB radio that manages to offer a decent tuner along with the necessary features while causing a minimal impact on the environment. It seems that the One Elite has been rated for...
Folks living in England and Wales will be delighted to know that the government will be rolling out new online, interactive maps before the end of this year, offering areas where crimes have happened, classifying them under the street...
Just because an emulator is up and running on a certain piece of hardware doesn't mean it is decent. Take nullDC PSP for instance - this is the first Sega Dreamcast emulator for the Sony PSP, but unfortunately it...
This nifty looking device you see above is known as the DVD Zabady VD-J713CW, and it will be perfect for those who just cannot tear themselves away from the TV even while taking a bath. Since large screen waterproof...
Now this cool device known as the Monolab Design Trunk could be the first 4TB iPod in the history of mankind, since it was specially designed to house the following :- Mac Pro 23" Apple Cinema Display Music Hall...
Fans of the original Beverly Hills 90210 series will be thrilled to know that the CBS store is currently offering chance to pick up a limited edition 90210 engraved iPod nano along with each purchase of every 90210 season...
Nintendo has had a long standing feud with firms that play a role in providing a means for propogating original software the illegal method - through ROMs, and this time round, their hugely popular DS platform (both the Phat...
Do you happen to have too much money that you're not quite sure what to do with it? Well, the Electric Louis from Lee Broom will definitely help you splurge your dough without getting much benefit out of it,...
Folks who are looking forward to the Samsung i800, touted to be "the world's first smartphone based on Access Linux Platform (ALP)" will have to end up disappointed since the handset will not be manufactured. What went wrong? Well,...
NeuroVista from Seattle is currently working on a new device that can predict the onset of an epileptic seizure by using EEG brainwave monitoring. The system will be implantable, but if successful, it will provide a viable means for...
Gelaskins' Steampunk Laptop Skin is worth considering if you happen to tote around a 15.4" laptop and can't wait to tear away from the dreary, commercial look. It might burn a $29.95 hole in your wallet, but at least...
Is nothing sacred to the world of remote controls? Some bright spark took his R/C boating experience to work on a fake duck version. I ended up buying a pair of duck decoys at the local flea market for...
Don't you think that the Nekura Twilight Watch oozes with nostalgia, harking back to the 1980s era of science fiction and fantasy? It will definitely make heads turn, but I don't think you'd wear this to go along with...
The 2008 summer Olympics is upon us soon, and Garmin will be releasing the City Navigator China NT 2008 in conjunction with the prestigious sporting event. This new application will store millions of points of interest on a microSD/SD...
July 28, 2008
It seems to me as though the Valtra RoboTrac will be able to transform at any moment, but don't let the name fool you. It is rather small compared to the more industrious tractor, since it was specially designed...
I don't know what the folks behind Jive PC are thinking, but they're certainly setting themselves up for a visit from Apple's legal department by declaring that their Jive PC is a machine that allows one to install OS...
I guess it was a matter of time before the brilliant minds behind the NES emulator for the iPhone/iPod touch managed to include an accelerometer control, letting you play Mario in a totally new way. Of course, platform gaming...
Toshiba has a new camcorder for the masses to record all their favorite memories - the Camileo H10. Features of this digital camcorder include :- 720p high definition recording (1,280 x 720 resolution) 64MB internal memory SDHC memory card...
Pentax is offering yet another casual point-and-shoot device - the Optio E60 compact digital camera. Features of the E60 include :- 10.1 megapixels CMOS sensor Optical 3X zoom lens Auto Picture and Face Recognition modes High Sensitivity Digital Shake...
Navigon's new GPS system, the Navigon 2150 Max is now readily available in the UK. It looks exactly the same as the Navigon 2110 Max which rolled out in June, but like mom used to say - never judge...
Casio's back with yet another tough guy phone, and this time round it will be the Boulder from the GzOne range. As with its predecessors, this is one bad mother with the following specifications :- GPS navigation 1.3 megapixel...
Buffalo will offer 32GB and 64GB PCI-E SSDs for both the Asus Eee PC 900 and 901 models when September rolls around, so expect the revised Eee PCs' prices to retail for approximately 2 to 3 times more (we're...
“The Tale of Genji” is often touted as the first novel ever written, and the protagonist from that novel, Murasaki Shikibu, has been revived in her 21st century robotic form. Standing 31cm tall and weighing 1.5kg, this robot won't...
Datto is back with a new range of Z Series network storage devices that features dual Gigabit Ethernet interfaces and is capable of running more silently compared to its predecessor, courtesy of a fan that spools up only when...
This cute baby panda USB flash drive is small enough to hang on a keyring yet big enough to carry up to 4GB of your files. The flash drive is stored in its head to avoid any damage to...
For those of you who would like a more colorful tone or looking for one for your iMac, MacBook or iPhone, you can check out the SeeTru cases from Speck. These candy-colored hard plastic cases are available in nine...
Like the Kojinsha SC3, the Fujitsu U2010 is a tiny notebook running on the new Intel Menlow platform. Here is the run down on the specs, 1,280 x 800 resolution display, a battery life of 3.5 hours when benchmarked...
LG, on Monday said that they have made a deal with US cable providers to get support for Tru2way the new two-directional HD video standard, a descendent of CableCARD, which allows protected HDTV but has only one-way output limiting...
According to rumors, both the MacBook and MacBook Pro will allegedly switch to glass-surfaced trackpads that allow multi-touch gestures. As of yet, it is unspecified as to whether the change will include new gestures beyond the simpler pinch, rotate...
Fujitsu will be officially unveiling their Amilo Mini at the upcoming IFA. You've probably read the specs and saw the video somewhere else, but have you heard about the interchangeable lids? The firm is looking to offer some accessories...
According to an offer from Comcast, newcomers to the company's "Triple Play" of digital cable, VoIP service, and high-speed internet will also be able to bag a Nintendo Wii on their way out the door. Of course it comes...
Samsung has announced the launch of the exclusive Samsung U800 Pink to support and drive awareness of breast cancer in the UK. With each unit sold, Samsung will donate 10GBP to Breakthrough Breast Cancer, a charity committed to fighting...
China, going all out to improve itself before the world fixes its eyes on Beijing has chosen to create its own digital TV standard called CMMB and RAmos has come up with a PMP to take advantage of the...
So you've probably heard that Microsoft is serious about cleaning up Vista's bad rep, after pushing up a few lackluster ads, they decide to invite a group of people, all users of different OS to view a video of...
Israeli developer Yoav Ben-David and his partner, Zvi Kanor of American Express Travel in Tel Aviv, is looking to make the process of air travel a less stressful event for you with the invention of a check-point friendly baggage tag....
Dell is going to officially announce its Studio Hybrid “green” mini PC. In case you have not followed the leaks and rumors, Dell claims that it consumes 71% less energy than a typical mini-tower and is Energy Star 4.0...
Sound in games are extremely essential for a complete gaming experience, and with the advent of multiplayer FPS titles, this fact cannot be stressed any less. The Creative Fatal1ty USB gaming headset helps you stay on top of things,...
Isn't it time you got out from the office to get an even tan all over your body? Don't worry about moving your body to match the sun's movements - with the NéoSunMore, you won't even need to lift...
iD Software supremo John Carmack has leaked information that his company is working on something very special for the iPhone, and it won't have anything to do with Doom this time round. Carmack was pretty disappointed that his team's...
Panasonic has released a new cell phone in the Japanese market - the MIRROR II 824P handset. This HSDPA-enabled phone will be available through SoftBank, and it probably won't see the light of day outside of the Land of...
D-Link lays claim to being the first manufacturer to roll out green home network WiFi routers which are able to save up to 40% in your monthly power bill. They're smart enough to detect cable length and link status,...
You might have heard about it before, but NVIDIA has had some problem with defective chips recently and at Dell, up to ten different models carry potentially defective Nvidia GPUs. Previously, HP laptops were also reportedly using these chips as...
Fans of the Lego Technic line will definitely find this new two-seat off-roader to be a worthwhile pursuit, since it is powered by realistic-looking a V8 engine (scaled down, of course). Perfect for kids who are looking forward to...
It's summer and isn't it time you got out of the house to get a little bit of tan on that pale body? If you're so hard up on not letting the Wiimote go, why not settle for a...
University of Tsukuba Japan is developing a dome shaped virtual reality walking system to aid patients suffering from a stroke or similar illnesses. The treadmill is designed to accommodate a person weighing up to 80kg.
Up to ten different ten models carry defective Nvidia GPUs, so that means that this issue is not limited to just HP machines. There is no official announcement from Nvidia about the quality of G84/G86 chips yet, but it...
Word on the street has it that the upcoming Lenovo IdeaPad will come with the following features and specifications :- 14.1" WXGA display 2GB RAM 160GB hard drive Vista Home Basic DVD burner NVIDIA 256MB GeForce 9300M GS Wi-Fi...
Here’s a painting method that they don’t’ teach at school. English artist Ian Cook does his painting with remote control cars of various sizes. He dips them into acrylic paint, and controls them to create his masterpieces.
Fancy a portable electrocardiogram (ECG) unit that would come in handy during medical emergencies? However, it ain't that easy to find a power outlet if you're out by the beach and somebody requires urgent medical attention along with an...
Rock 'n' roll I've heard of, but Dock 'n' roll?!? That's where Alpine is heading with their new IVA-W205 system that allows you to dock the PMD-B200 inside, offering access to a much larger 6.5" touch screen display as...
We already published about Cellspin, this cool phone application (with an ugly design) that allows users to publish audio, photo, and text simultaneously to their favorites blogging or social networking websites in a few clicks. Today, Cellspin launched on...
Sharp has a couple of new generation electronic dictionaries known as the Brain PW-AC880 and PW-AC830, for obvious reasons. Both of them will come with an LCD display at HVGA (480 x 320) resolution and 5 colors. The whole...
Samsung will be introducing a couple more Q1 Ultra models for the masses - the Q1U-CMXP and the Q1UP-V. The former will come with a built-in HSDPA 3G cellular modem for you to hit the Internet virtually any time,...
Here’s something for people who complain that their computer can’t run Crysis well enough. MIT graduates Nicolas Pinto, David Cox and James DiCarlo recently assembled a crazy computer with 8 units of nVidia’s 9800GX2 graphic card.
Not at retail stores, but it was cleverly hidden in the Dell customer service page (currently still there at press time - 0901 PST). The internal customer service session pages contain information that helps the rep through several wireless...
Just when you thought that the Nintendo Wii was all fun and games, along comes news that Fujifilm have teamed up with the Big N to launch a new photo printing service that is exclusive for the Nintendo Wii...
And you thought that LCD displays are meant to show off images in stunning color and detail only - Recruit Co. Ltd. from Japan is currently rolling advertising videos for the cafes and restaurants in the underground mall of...
Asus has released a new soundcard - the Xonar D1 7.1. This PCI soundcard will update the previous Xonar DX with (a claimed) 35 times cleaner audio quality compared to other motherboard audio, hitting signal to noise ratio of...
Vizio has released a new true hybrid display known as the VMM Monitor. This 26" LCD display will feature :- Dual HDMI inputs DVI and VGA inputs RCA audio inputs Integrated 3W speakers The VMM monitor is tipped for...
Samsung's P2 digital audio player isn't unique by any means, but Samsung has released a special edition model known as the Seo Tai-Ji P2. Named after a Korean rock star, this new P2 will come with a new graphical...
Movie tie-ins with devices are pretty common these days, and here we have the Sex and the City-themed iPod speaker. It comes in a girly pink color, and features images of shoes and martini glasses all over, making sure...
How many of you actually get so frustrated that you decide to take it all out on a gadget? A Milwaukee man is currently looking at six years and three months in the slammer along with a maximum fine...
Fans of the Blackberry Bold will have to wait a little bit longer as the smartphone's release has just been delayed on both Rogers and AT&T, although the latter's delay is much longer compared to Roger's date which was...
Think you’ve seen it all when it comes to webcams? Microphone and built-in LED light, no sweat? What about a built-in Fan? Brando’s latest offering throws in everything, with a webcam, built-in microphone, LED with dimmer switch and also fan. It can be attached to smooth surfaces with its flexible sucker, and is driverless for XP and Vista.
Freecom has just launched what they claim is “the world’s smallest 2.5-inch USB-2 external hard drive”, the Mobile Drive XXS. Their bold claim is backed by the fact that the drive is supposedly 27% smaller than its closest competitor and weighs just 155g, which Freecom believes is also the lightest.
The FuChat cordless phone concept will cater to both landlines and Internet calls, and is smart enough to help the user increase their emotional self-awareness thanks to sensors that detect changes in one's voice tone as well as the...
Guess we will be seeing more and more netbooks coming in 10" sizes from next year onwards to coincide with AUO's plans to roll out 10" panels sometime in Q3 this year. It is interesting to note that 8.9"...
Being a DJ does not mean your duties end at working up the crowd using a great mix of audio - audiences are much more discerning and demanding these days. What a good DJ needs to complement his/her time...
Since you use your iPhone for much more than just making/receiving calls and text messages, it is important to keep it juiced up at all possible moments just in case you have to attend to an emergency call and...
Man, the engineers at the University of Kitakyushu are really something, coming up with an underwater survey robot that looks good enough to appear on the dining table cooked and ready to eat. Dubbed “Tai-robot-kun,” this 7kg robotic sea...
This one is for those who love weird things, and perhaps for people who are a little vain as well. 5.5 Designers are offering to create Cloned Eyeball Lamps, which are custom made based on the color and unique design of users’ eyes.
Is there nothing sacred and off limits to Swarovski crystals? Guess not, as Solid Alliance have teamed up with the crystal supplier to come up with this pink rhinestone heart-on-a-chain that not only looks good around your woman's neck,...
If you've already caught the late Heath Ledger's performance as the Joker in a cinema, then chances are you're still reeling in awe from what could possibly be this year's best movie. Spoiler alert: It's a pity Commissioner Gordon...
The SimpleTech [re]drive is confident enough to call itself the "World's Most Eco Friendly External Drive," thanks to the external bamboo and aluminum casing that holds a low power hard drive within, complete with an Energy Star power adapter...
July 27, 2008
For the one percent of .Mac/MobileMe email account holders who are left hanging for a week without access, there is some good news, if you could call it that under the current circumstances. The outage that started on July...
The IOCELL's content phone looks like a gadget out of a spy movie, with features like a built-in drive that logs conversations and plays them back to make remembering things a whole lot easier. Furthermore, the device is also...
The iWood from Miniot is an iPhone 3G casing that is made entirely out of a single piece of wood and comes with a personal engraving so you can brand your phone. From Maple to the much redder Padouk,...
Nintendo has been in the news for breaking records one after another since the launch of the Wii console but now the company faces some technical hurdles. It was not an issue earlier when the Wii could only play...
We are looking at a possible portable media player (PMP) that comes with its own remote, and if the photo is of any suggestion of what Ainol has in store for us, this will be one of the first...
A new high endurance single cell NAND flash memory device for SSDs has been developed by a collaboration between Samsung Electronics and Sun Microsystems. Ideal for 24/7 mission-critical computing, the device supposedly offers an endurance level higher than those in...
The combination of two 9800GTX+-512MX-W graphics cards with a ECS Hydra Cooling System released by Elitegroup Computer Systems is what makes the ECS GeForce 9800 GTX + Hydra Pack. It is a new high end Nvidia-based graphics gamer pack that...
Fans of the Star Wars franchise who own a Nintendo Wii can finally have a more realistic gaming experience with the Laser Sword add-on. Although it would work best with the Star Wars universe in mind, the Laser Sword...
The Bluetooth speaker you see here looks more like a torch light than anything else, despite boasting Bluetooth 2.0+EDR connectivity. It will feature :- Support for A2DP/AVRCP/HFP/HSP profiles Stereo mini input 2W × 2ch output Frequency zone of 20Hz...
Flynn Product Design has come up with a stunning take on a futuristic, alien-like Bluetooth webcam concept that offers unpredecented flexibility where camera angles are concerned. This concept webcam comes with a ball and socket joint, connecting both base...
Sega's Megadrive certainly ruled the console world when it boasted way superior graphics to the NES, but Sega's heydays have long passed. Good to know that Blaze will be coming up with a 16-bit Megadrive handheld console this month,...
The X Games Skateboard Speaker Shelf will definitely add some color into your living room, brightening it up with a speaker shelf that features a cool X Games graphics, boasting a 30-pin iPod dock up front which is accompanied...
Check out these hot-looking Xbox 360 consoles that are currently on parade at ComicCon. They consist of one Watchmen, one DC Comics, one Gears of War, and one Terminator Salvation models, and all of these could end up in...
Remember the Nokia Tube phone from The Dark Knight? If only real world Nokia phones could come up with such a level of sophistication - never mind, I'll still settle for a movie-based device with souped down features. Some...
Pantel will be releasing a couple of Mirror TVs this year, and these are meant to be placed outdoors (although they'd do well as indoor units as well) since they're waterproof and are more than able to stand up...
Man, you'd think that the Asus Eee PC was cheap enough to purchase without having to delve into the dark world of clones, and here we have the Jointech J7100 that takes that shady path, boasting an ultra low...
It looks as though Nokia's N85 will be headed towards North America, coming in a different variant known as Nokia N85-3. In line with past Nokia phones like the N95, the 3 indicates a North American unit, and some...
July 25, 2008
Asus was the one that started the Netbook craze, and once everybody realized that selling cheap and tiny “netbooks” was a good idea, everybody wanted a piece of the pie. Acer jumped in with their Aspire One, MSI launched the MSI Wind, and of course HP has their HP 2133 Mini-Note PC. Now it seems like HannsG might want a bit of the action too.
Here's a rather interesting take on USB flash drive design as it incorporates on of the more popular family names in Japan. The word "Sato" is an extremely popular family name in Japan, and Solid Alliance has decided to...
If you do not have the luxury of setting up an actual band, why not settle for Rock Band instead? It is far from the real thing, but at least a bunch of your mates will be able to...
Instead of carving out a flap on your front door for your pooch to enter/exit as it pleases, why not settle for the Plexidoor electronic dog door? After all, it helps keep your home secure while offering freedom to...
Man, to think that even fingers need some massaging! What next, just a toe massager (never mind those automated foot reflexology machines)? This DanBall device comes with three receptacles for you to stick three fingers in, and it will...
The Amosu Ultimo Diamond is touted to be the most expensive iPhone in the world, retailing for a whopping $177,300. This high price tag is a reality no thanks to the 1,179 diamonds encrusted all over, weighing 16.18 carats....
3 has managed to snag more than 1 million in terms of sales of USB mobile broadband dongles in the areas of UK, Ireland, Italy, Sweden, Denmark and Austria. They won't be resting on their laurels though, offering a...
Summer is here, and Thanko is on a mission to keep things cool with their new Thanko Cooler USB keyboard. It works pretty much the same way as those bowling lane machines do, featuring air vents to keep those...
This waterproof MP3 player from Lancer is definitely not the first, but it is tough enough to function in freezing temperatures while boasting enough intestinal fortitude to take in spills and falls during your next snowboard adventure down a...
Frankly, I've never heard of Journey before until this day, but I'm sure that there are some hardcore Journey fans who will be more than willing to part with their cash for this Journey MP3 player. It comes with...
This ought to be the geekiest belt buckle ever - the NES Belt Buckle. It doesn't miniaturize the parts of an NES into a board small enough to fit in a belt buckle, but relies on an entire NES...
Asustek Computer wants to include a new feature in their Eee PC range that would be more than welcome - a "whole day" battery life as well as Internet storage. Word has it that Asustek will also roll out...
Ichikoh Industries of Japan have developed a white LED-based adaptive front lighting system (AFS) which is smart enough to control the light angles of both left and right headlamps independently, which would work fine if my car could suddenly...
Designer Joongoo Lee has dreamt of this Samsung Costume 2.5" hard drive concept that takes its inspiration from a ladies make-up compact located in most hand bags. It will fit comfortably into the palm of your hand, and I...
Chinavasion might not manufacture any iPod-killing devices, but they do have what is touted to be the "thinnest portable media player" on the planet - the nigh unpronounceable CVSJ-1304. Measuring a mere 4.5mm thin, you get 4GB of internal...
July 24, 2008
Rumor has it that Apple's iPhone 3G will be launched in the Indian market late August or early September through Vodafone and Airtel. Speculation has it that the Indian iPhone will have mostly the same software as its US...
BlackBerrys can now be synced with iTunes. Among the devices that work with iTunes are the BlackBerry Pearl 8100 series, Curve 8300 series and 8800 series. The software is free but there are some requirements to use it :- iTunes...
For all you Linux fans out there, there is this cute little USB mini penguin speaker available from the DealExtreme website. The speaker is located at the back of the bird and is compatible with MP3 players, CD players,...
If you think a liquid-cooled PC or laptop is cool, wait til you see what Purdue researcher are working on. The team is working on a miniature refrigeration system small enough to fit into PCs and laptops, hopefully boosting...
Brando's new product, the USB Super 16-port Hub is pretty useful for those who run out of space with a seven port USB hub. Besides that, there are two USB type B connectors to connect between two computers though...
In its bid to repair the damage to Vista's image, Microsoft will be restructuring the company by splitting its Platform & Services division into a dedicated Windows & Windows Live division and a separate Online Services division. Besides that,...
What you see on the right is probably the upcoming Motorola Pebl U8 cell phone, and this clamshell handset will feature the following :- 2.2" 320 x 240 resolution display Hidden CLI display on the outside panel Supports VOD...
Man, if the Hello Kitty adoration doesn't peter out and die down soon, she could be running for President in the near future. Hello Kitty has now infiltrated homes by coming in the form factor of a Robomop. The...
Now here's a novel way for you to carry your data - in a pair of USB Cuff Links. This idea from German designers Tonia Welter and Julia Reymann offers 2GB of internal storage, letting you bask in jealous...
Young asthma patients often find it difficult to hold their breath like an adult can, making it a little bit more tricky to get the proper amount of medicine in. A German company has come up with the Watchhaler,...
Apple's iPhone 2.1 beta code has shown that Core Location is now able to recognize the cardinal direction of an iPhone 3G in addition to its technology, making directional GPS a very distinct possibility. On a separate note, it...
NZXT has a new PC chassis that targets gamers - the Guardian 921. It will hail from the NZXT Crafted Series line, featuring an interior that is spacious enough for you to stuff in a couple of high-end video...
Humax has a couple of new Freeview PVRs for us to choose from, where the higher end model, the PVR-9300 comes with a 320GB hard drive (enough for up to 200 hours of recorded programs) and HDMI upscaling while...
HTC has just rolled out a new ROM update that allows the HTC Touch Diamond to achieve quad-band GSM smartphone status, adding in GSM 850MHz into the mix. This makes the Touch Diamond useable in virtually all GSM areas...
So you think you've got a pretty spiffy clock at home? Well, the 768 LED Clock will certainly, er, outclock you? The main reason for the number 768 is due to the exact amount of LED bulbs that make...
Lexar's new JumpDrive Solo Vault comes with FIPS validation, making it certified to meets the requirements of the Federal Information Processing Standard 140-2 Level 1 standards. It also comes with 256-bit AES encryption so that there isn't any need...
PocketPC Thoughts have a new unboxing video of the MWg Zinc II which we have linked to above, so go ahead and see how this GSM-based smartphone looks like. Just in case you're running on a slow connection which...
In the world of portable handheld gaming, there isn't much choice between the PSP and DS Lite, with the latter taking the lead worldwide despite its inferior hardware. This goes to show just how important software is, which partly...
Designer Mizanur Rehman has come up with this Alien Mouse concept that is touted to adhere strictly to the principles of ergonomics, offering users maximum comfort by molding itself to the user's hand. This is made possible thanks to...
We've seen a fair number of Star Wars mimobots in the past, and Mimoco has updated their line with even more Star Wars characters entering the mimobot world. This time round, we are treated to the sight of Royal...
Asus has officially killed off the Eee PC brand in my eyes by unveiling yet even more accessories for the range. There is no official announcement yet, and I have no idea on whether these will arrive in the...
Only in Samuel Lau's world, that is. He has taken both devices and come up with a sliding screen form factor which unveils the QWERTY keyboard underneath. Since this is a concept, why not go all out with his...
We all know that applied knowledge is power, and one of the best ways to obtain knowledge would be through reading. Since this is the 21st century and all, it would be prudent to assume that e-books will pick...
Verizon FiOS customers will soon benefit from another speed boost, this time round via coaxial cables that are already in place, connected to the FiOS set-top boxes throughout their homes. This broadband service will see throughput speeds on coax...
Samsung's new range of digital photo frames consist of three series - the V, P and H. All of them will feature 7", 8" and 10" displays, catering for virtually anyone and everyone's tastes with such a variety. Shared...
It goes without saying that somebody has to come up with a Zune Phone rumor, so here we are with news of such whispers. Apparently, Microsoft wants in on Apple's slice of goodness, and will be planning a Zune...
Maplin's new A19HH Media Player comes with 320GB of storage space, touting to be "the complete digital home theatre system." I have my doubts on that though, as it 320GB just doesn't quite make the cut these days. You...
Kyocera will be rolling out a couple of 5.7" LC-Displays that feature transflective technology. These displays will proportionally reflect most of the ambient light, taking it in as a light source instead. This will go a long way in...
Samsung's new range of LCD HDTVs, known as the Series 8 will aim to bring both form and function into a single device. Measuring a mere 1.9" wide at the thickest point, all these models will come with the...
NEC's PaPeRo robot is one cute critter, and there is now an added dimension to its functionality. It is able to input information such as the destination and purpose of an outing into a vehicle navigation system, helping you...
Dell did put up a YouTube video on its new touch screen functionality found in the Latitude XT tablets thanks to a firmware upgrade, but they have pulled the plug on that video already. These new tablets come with...
Yamaha's new Muro Sensor is able to play music by sensing the direction and speed of acceleration - presumably somewhat like how Sony Ericsson's shake cell phones work. It comes with a 15cm long chassis and boasts a triaxial...
I’m still using a blackberry, but I stay on the look out with my iPhone buddies: from what I hear, you might want to check these latest MobileMe (or MobileMess…) reviews from the NY Times and elsewhere. They both...
Nehalem die photo from dvhardware The next Intel processor, using an architecture codenamed “Nehalem”, brings a surprising boost of performance compared to current CPUs. We’re talking about anywhere between 20% and 40% in intensive applications, especially the ones that are...
While it might be cool to merge some items together, sometimes they just don’t make sense. This latest USB clock from Brando also doubles up as a fan. The fan’s plastic blades start spinning once it’s plugged into a USB port.
OCZ has just announced their latest mousepad, the Behemoth. The Behemoth is quite a suitable name for this mousepad, especially once users take into account its large size, and measurements of 380 x 260mm and is 4mm high.