ASUS concept shown at Computex 08 The hot ASUS rumor of the week-end is that the company might ship a screen-only laptop (like the OLPC 2.0) in the first quarter of 2009. The laptop would run on Windows 7. Obviously,...

If you were eagerly waiting for Sprint to release this phone, you will have to be patient for a few more weeks. It doesn't look like the October 19 launch will happen, reportedly because of inventory issues. Here's Sprint's...

The Blackberry Bold/Javelin and Storm have made marked a significant progress from Research In Motion (RIM) in phone design. However, it looks like RIM's next smartphone could feature a full qwerty keyboard, often seen as indispensable for heavy texters,...

Le Cube is an internet-connected TV receiver that is also satellite TV capable. The device has a small display that can sense whether it should rotate its content, thanks to a gyroscope. Users will interact with the nicely designed...

S3 told us that they too have General Purpose GPU (GPGPU) capabilities (link). The company is showing its S3FotoPro image processing application as a proof (of existance). I have not seen any computing benchmark, so it's hard to tell what...

LG has upped the ante where display technology is concerned with its new 15" double-sided reflective display that comes with the following features :- Aperture ratio: 46% Reflectance ratio: 20% Color gamut: 12% Contrast ratio is 14:1 Advertisers would...

There are sure to be some of you out there who still own vinyls, good thing turntables have not been phased out yet with Denon's DP-200USB. This new player comes with a USB port that helps you preserve all...

Even though times are hard at the moment, that doesn't mean the super rich will stop spending. Runco's new CineWall CW-95HD in-wall projection system brings together the best of both worlds - the image of a front projection with...

We've seen the Swear Bear in the past, but here's an updated version in the form of the PMS Teddy Swear Bear. Don't be fooled by this cute little bugger as she portrays the mood swings of most women...

Now here is a computer concept known as the Evolve Modular CPU which allows you to remain environmentally friendly, since there is no soldering done during its construction. According to designer Vas Obeyesekere, “From an everyday user’s perspective, being...

Talk about the iPhone being a truly versatile handset! In order to keep up with the current Hollywood theme, we have the iPhone Jack-O-Lantern that features an application known as Crazy Pumpkin, enabling you to customize your iPhone's current...

Word on the street has it that Best Buy will be rolling out a new red Apple MacBook SKU, retailing for $999.99. A quick check with Google resulted in yellow and blue versions of the listing with SKU numbers...

Sony might have its own range of portable media players and MP3 players, but they certainly are market savvy by catering to the iPod as well with a bunch of consumer electronics. Enter the Sony LBT-D2ji Hi-Fi system that...

The Minoru webcam wants to introduce a paradigm shift where Internet surfing is concerned, relying on both lenses to form a single 3D image, although the viewer will need to wear a pair of 3D glasses in order to...

I like my watches to be simple and easy to read at a glance, but for those who are on the nerdy side of things, there are always timepieces like the Scope 2 RGB LED watch. Depending on the...

The Gunnar Optiks i-AMP digital eyewear ought to be the spectacles of choice for all bloggers and people who spend most of their working day in front of the computer. After all, Gunnar touts that its proprietary combination of...

The next time you drive home a brand new Acura RDX, you'll be pleasantly surprised to find GPS-controlled temperature settings within. The built-in GPS system will detect the vehicle's movement relative to the sun's position, translating that information to...

So we've seen USB Humping Dogs in the past, and good thing the USB Humping Bunnies you see here do not only engage in a frenzied moment of mating, but are also equipped with 1GB of storage space for...

Objet has given us this little model that has the particularity of being built using a 3D Printer (see our photo gallery): the Alaris 30. from a 3D model, the printer is capable of building an object using photopolymer...

MeWe World, Inc. has released the first Quad Charger for the Wii in the world, capable of juicing up a quartet of Wiimotes simultaneously so that you and three other friends of yours are able to continue your gaming...

This non-melamine carrying handset known as the Shenzhou VII phone looks like a novelty, and is named after China's third human spaceflight mission. Retailing for an insane $180, you will get some pretty lacklustre specifications such as :- 2...

The Brionvega Radiofonografo RR126 which was released in 1965 was truly a masterpiece in art, and people who love going retro will definitely jump at the news that Brionvega has released a revamped model in the form of the...

House phones are a rarity these days, and most people who move into their homes won't install a landline since cell phones are way more convenient (and cheaper in operational costs too in certain countries). Zinc Chan wants to...

Amex Digital has decided to step in on behalf of MacBook and MacBook Pro owners by releasing a super slim external Blu-ray drive, although Steve Jobs himself has already expressed his aversion to the format. This Blu-ray drive is...

BMW has taken advantage of the Microsoft Surface by programming its BMW Car Konfigurator into this multi-touch platform. Although it is in a prototype form factor at this point in time, chances are there that BMW will release a...

Dell hopes that you will live up to its latest notebook's namesake - the M6400 Covet. It shares many of the high end options that are available in the Precision line, including the following :- 17" LED backlit display...

These 17" laptops are heavy and all, but they really are designed to be "clean" desktop machines and they seem really comfy to use, once they have been installed on a desk. We have just received an Asus M70V...

We mentioned the Neatdesk scanner when it was just announced and now we've got it in our hands. After a quick unpacking, here is a photo gallery of the beast. Now the question is: how much will it help...

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When it comes to video downloads, it's all about the content, right? iTunes will now features massively successful shows in HD like Bones, CSI, CSI: Miami, Grey’s Anatomy, Heroes, Prison Break, Lost or The Office. At the moment, HD...

In August, Apple confirmed that the iPhone had a kill switch, causing an uproar in some circles. It turns out that Google's Android has a kill switch too, but because it is disclosed in the terms and conditions, there's...

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 will be available in November 2008 for $800 (with 14-45m /F3.5-5.6 kit lens). A telephoto lens (45-200mm /F4.0-5.6 OIS micro 4/3) will be made available during the same month for $350. If you missed this...

Alltel will be offering the LG Rhythm slider handset to add yet another music-centric phone to shopping lists in the US. Features of the LG Rhythm include :- 1" circular touchscreen with interactive UI 1.3 megapixel camera Video recording...

What happens after an apocalyptic nuclear war? Chances are there won't be any sunlight at all due to the dust kicked up, virtually causing plants to die as they won't be able to perform the photosynthesis process, providing vital...

Dell has settled for low-key launches of its new Vostro range of tower desktops, with the Vostro 420, 220 and 220s hitting the scene quietly. The Vostro 420 mid-tower offers the highest performance of the three, with an Intel...

Creating 3D stereo images with two webcams is not a new concept. There are plenty of experiments and software available. What was missing is someone bold (or crazy) enough to come up with a design that encapsulate two cameras....

Normally, we get newer technology crammed into older hardware, but this time round we have the opposite - an Xbox 360 containing the innards of an old school Apple PowerBook G4. If you happen to have an spare Xbox...

While a flash memory card is way more durable to shocks and drops compared to hard drives, ATP has released industrial grade microSD and miniSD cards which feature the following :- Operating temperature range of -40 to 85°C Extended...

I don't think I am the only one who figures the Sony PSP needs a hardware revision instead of just minor updates and upgrades which we've seen so far. Designer Tai Chiem has gotten tired of waiting and decided...

There is just a universal appeal where Lego bricks are concerned, and the Lego Radiator you see here is definitely worth having in your home if you (and your family) is a huge fan. Designed by architect Marco Baxadonne,...

Microsoft has been making some noise about the "Forward Compatibility" of the "Xbox Next". Most of you are familiar with the backwards compatibility concept (old games work on new console), what is forward compatibility? It's the idea that games...

Koreans have it good when it comes to consumer electronics as well, this time round with Samsung's latest trio of projectors in the form of the SP-A900, SP-D400 and SP-L300. The SP-A900 targets hardcore high definition video fans featuring...

Nanovision of Korea has rolled out a new 7" LCD display that aims to function as a secondary monitor. Each mini-widescreen display comes with a 800 x 480 resolution count and can be rotated to view the image in...

You could actually be charging your iPhone or iPod while you're walking in the near future if NTT has its way. The Japanese telecommunications company have managed to develop a pair of shoes which actually harness kinetic energy we...

If your actual USB flash drive was placed over a raging fire, you can already kiss goodbye to the data within. Good thing these BBQ USB flash drives are just replicas of the delicious real thing, and it contains...

Ever gone to a meeting only to end up in a heated discussion? You can always go over what was stated in the minutes, but unless you had an audio recording device with you, your mental recollection is all...

The FCC has finally approved the N79 from Nokia, but this phone isn't exactly too exciting where a release is concerned. The N79 is but a revised N78, save for a newer keypad which is easy on your thumbs....

If Nokia's Aeon handset fell in love with an iPod nano, chances are this would be the result of their union. You get curved edges, a slim profile to fit nicely into virtually any pocket, touch screen technology and...

Samsung has a variety of displays at the International Meeting on Information Display (IMID) 2008 held in Korea, with one of the main stars coming in the form of a 40" LCD TV as depicted above - measuring a...

NEC has made a leap into the netbook industry with the LaVie Light. It definitely isn't a looker, but shares many of the now standard specifications that netbooks come with including :- Intel Atom N270 1.6GHz processor 8.9" LCD...

Asus is currently working on releasing a new range of notebooks next year which will feature a touch panel - what will it be called this time round, Eee Touch? This notebook is said to take advantage of the...

If you think Xbox 360 consoles can't get any cheaper, think again. Dell has come up with coupons which will slash the price of Xbox 360 bundles as shown below. Xbox 360 Arcade - $30 discount to $169 Xbox...

I wouldn't let any water, let alone milk get near this lamp. Designed to look after a glass of milk, the "milk" will light up whenever you turn it on. When the cup is overturned, the light will be...

For those who want to take the physical approach when it comes to unlocking an iPhone, here is the SIMable SIM hacking tool which works best if you don't mind having your SIM card defaced. The SIMable tool will...

The wall street journal thinks that HP is counting on the current fascination around touch screens to spur demand for its upcoming laptops (we're talking about finger-friendly computers here). Sure, HP has shown a real interest in the technology...

The product page is not up (yet), but info have leaked via the official setup guide and the maintenance manual. I like the 12.1" format but we'll have to see how heavy it gets. It runs Ubuntu (Linux) or...

When there's an imminent danger (mugging, beating, rape...) a good scream can seriously disturb the attacker. However not everyone can pull a 130 decibel scream like the Ila Dusk can - that's the idea behind this gadget at least....

Intel has started shipping the "Extreme" flavor of the X25 SSD (version X25-M reviewed here). The write speed is superior to the other X25 versions: 170MB/s versus 70MB/sec, which is quite extraordinary, not only for a SSD, but for...

ifixit has taken the spanking new MacBook Pro apart much to the chagrin of Apple lovers, and here's but a snippet of their observations so far. Here are the two Nvidia chips! They occupy a significant amount of the...

Corsair has just rolled out its latest range of quiet, and energy-efficient desktop computer power supplies known as Corsair Power without breaking the bank. This new series will kick off with the CX400W, a 400 watt model that comes...

Trust the Japanese to come up with all things weird and fancy - case in point, this pair of Gundam slippers. Not only do they come with a faux gold trim, they also generate giant robot stomping noises while...

This is one mind boggling concept vehicle no matter which way you look at it. The Hypnos sports-based luxury SUV has an interior that is sure to make you rub your eyes, wondering whether that last shot of Tequila...

Jian Guan has come up with this Fun camera concept, a device that uses a 16mm lens which takes formal cues from a magnifying glass in order to add some functionality into the shape. Images taken will come with...

Ecobee has a new Smart Thermostat that helps you save some dollars at the end of the month when the power bill arrives. It connects to your home network via WiFi and comes with optional ZigBee expansion slots should...

He ain't heavy, he's my brother. That's what I would think about toting this Star Wars R2-D2 Backpack around which confirms your geek status among the public. While it isn't able to make beeping noises, at least it holds...

The HTC Touch HD is touted to be one of the most powerful smartphones to ever roll out from HTC's stable, and has been given an official release date of November 6th. That's a little more than a fortnight...

Folks living in the UK will be able to get their hands on the T-Mobile G1 this October 30th - just a few days after it hits North American shores. You can pick it up for virtually nothing, as...

DivX and Samsung have come to an agreement (a multi-year one to boot) that sees DivX video playback being included in a range of Samsung TV models, starting from next year onwards. This would mean plugging in a USB...

Drinking and driving are definitely not recommended due to your safety and that of other road users, but drinking then driving should be fine. I jest - if you're out for a fun night, better take a cab or...

Microsoft just rolled out a new embedded operating system known as Windows Embedded Standard 2009 (WES 2009) to x86-based devices to product manufacturers. What WES 2009 does is to merge both Windows XP codebase updates with new versions of...

With necessity being the mother of all invention, Flung from NetBook Tech managed to get OS X up and running on the Lenovo IdeaPad S10. He has kindly included a comprehensive, step-by-step guide that makes it possible for newbies...

Philips has recently paraded a new video messaging tablet concept known as the Looking Glass in Moscow, Russia. This touch screen tablet enables users to record video messages on the spot and sending it over to any designated number...

Just when you thought you could not get any more "budget" than with the first Asus Eee PC 701, along comes news of an Eee PC 701SDX model that has been previously unheard of. Since it comes with a...

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In light of our recent Intel X25-M SSD review, someone asked me on Facebook what I thought of the Macbook/ Macbook Pro SSD option. To be honest, I have not had an SSD version to play with, but I...

Welcome to the 21st century, where even your Halloween light decorations can be controlled over the Internet. The brainchild of Alek Komarnitsky, this Halloween light expose has neen rigged with the X10 protocol, coincidently used to control home automation...

For those who want to take the physical approach when it comes to unlocking an iPhone, here is the SIMable SIM hacking tool which works best if you don't mind having your SIM card defaced. The SIMable tool will...

Mamiya's DL28 digital camera is one versatile device that punches above its weight with the following specifications and features :- 28 megapixels resolution Large sensor for 7.2 micron pixels Mamiya 645 AHD III and Leaf Aptus-II 6 digital back...

The rising prices of fuel before the current economic slowdown proved to be a rollercoast ride, hitting new highs nearly every day until common sense and free market forces kicked in to stabilize things. While prices are more or...

A team of researchers from the Carnegie Mellon University have managed to come up with the Scarab robot, a fully autonomous prospector machine that relies on laser scanners to navigate the unforgiving terrain of the moon, using a radioactive...

You don't have to look dorky any more wearing those special glasses while enjoying your favorite movie in 3D, thanks to NEC's efforts that resulted in the 12.1" LCD 3D panel. This 3D display uses smaller screens produced four...

Only if you're willing to void your warranty and want to take a chance by performing this delicate operation yourself. Forget about replacing your PS3's hard drive with a larger capacity model, as you can now remove the former...

Sharp's new SH-01A clamshell handset has arrived at the FCC, and those folks sure are taking a second look at this uber basic handset from Japan. Looks like Japan's average phone is way advanced compared to others around the...

The uber cute fairy, Tinker Bell from Disney, has finally gotten herself a set of wings powered by WowWee's FlyTech technology. Tinker Bell is able to zoom around indoors in graceful flight patterns, doing justice to the work of...

Maplin has rolled out a new 7" portable LCD color TV which targets people who can't seem to live without their favorite TV programs (and boy, do they have a ton!). Featuring the ability to store and receive more...

O2 has unveiled a new Windows Mobile 6.0-powered handset known as the XDA Mantle, and this one is different from the vast majority of others thanks to the inclusion of a fingerprint sensor for data security purposes. It sure...

LG's in the news again this time round, having rolled out an extremely slim 19" OLED display at a recently concluded conference in South Korea. While that itself is a commendable effort, it is even better to know that...

Iomega is a name famous for backup solutions, and this time round they're offering the new Iomega StorCenter ix2 which allows one to configure up to 2TB of storage and advanced information management, protection and sharing software with just...

Pioneer has released its first portable satellite radio in the form of the XMp3 which is capable of recording five different XM stations simultaneously, ensuring you and four of your other mates who love totally different stations are able...

$124.99, Plenio VXA-3000-2G 7'' Touchscreen GPS $9.99, Kaser 8GB USB 2.0 Drive $9.99, Thomson RCA HP817 Stereo Earphone $0.00, OCZ 2GB Secure Digital Card / USB 2.0 Dual Card $89.99, Buffalo 640GB TurboUSB External Hard Drive More deals at...

This pair of Freehands Gloves is pretty unique since it allows you to continue using your iPhone normally in winter while keeping both your hands warm and cozy. Of course, a little bit of chill will enter each time...

iLive aims to liven up your living room with the IH328B 2-CD Home Music System. What makes this different from all the other iPod speaker docks which have been flooding the market for some time already? For starters, it...

GE Global Research has successfully developed a battery-free, multi-detection radio-frequency identification (RFID) sensing platform which could find its way into a many applications, especially where low cost wireless sensing products are concerned. Some of the targeted industries include healthcare,...

While the most anticipated handset from T-Mobile at this point in time would be the G1, that doesn't mean the company isn't going to roll out other handsets. Samsung's Gravity T459 one of those in the works with a...

Sega's Dreamcast was a great machine, but too bad the console died an officially premature death, much to the chagrin of Dreamcast fans. For those who are still in love with this platform, modder Hailrazer has taken an old...

While Robin Hood isn't dressed up to the nines dancing with Maid Marian in the jolly greens of Sherwood forest, he surely must be sitting back in his lofty treehouse, smoking on a pipe with pint in hand while...

The Gamma concept vehicle looks totally rad, as it is constructed from a new polycarbonate and composite materials that not only are lighter but stronger as well in order to move the fuel efficient car mantra forward by a...

SanDisk is back in the music industry with the new Sansa slotMusic MP3 player this time round which is meant to work with newly released slotMusic cards in the US. slotMusic players will retail for a mere $20 each,...

Quantenna Communications have developed a trio of chipsets that will boost Wi-Fi signals using a minimal footprint, and this could prove to be the solution that makes uneven Wi-Fi coverage a thing of the past. In addition, the chipsets'...

It is only fitting for Casio, a Japanese company, to adorn its Exilim EZ-20 digital camera with yet another Japanese icon - the robotic cat known as Doraemon. Features of the Exilim EX-Z20 include :- 8.1 megapixel CCD sensor...

The upcoming Sharp Aquos DX series of LCD TVs are the first in the world that come with integrated Blu-ray recorders, allowing you to not only enjoy Blu-ray movies in the comfort of your living room, but to record...

Mophie has finally released its iPhone 3G Juice Pack that offers instantaneous power as and where you need it - just make sure the Juice Pack itself is fully charged beforehand. It definitely won't keep your iPhone 3G looking...

NVIDIA just announced a couple of motherboard GPUs (integrated graphics) named GeForce 9300 and GeForce 9400. Yes they are the ones that Apple use in their new laptops, and what's good for Apple's laptop is also good to build an entry-level...

SSDs were all the hype last year, then the "bubble" popped when tests performed on the Macbook Air showed that the SSD drive did little more than add $1,500 to the computer's final price. No performance increase, no battery...

I think medical practitioners will find the MedEx 1000 portable ICU system to be interesting as it features an integrated ventilator with CO2&O2 monitoring, ECG, invasive pressure monitoring, non-invasive blood pressure monitoring, low and high rate infusion pumps with...

Truckers don't have much of a choice when it comes to GPS navigation systems with large screens, and TeleType has seen to their plight by releasing the WorldNav 7100 GPS navigation system. Features of the 7100 include :- 7"...

Nice to see educational toys these days being able to keep up with the times via firmware and software updates, case in point the interactive SmartGlobe from Oregon Scientific. Unlike globes of yore that need to be purchased anew...

Ermenegildo Zegna has yet another green piece of clothing for you, just in time for winter - the solar-powered ski jacket. This ski jacket is able to juice up your cell phone, iPod and miscellanous gadgets while you're outdoors....

LG's latest 3" full touch screen phone, the LG SU100, has been unveiled at KES 2008 in Korea alongside the Franklin planner. The latter is not a device that marks the progress of your own Frankenstein project, but is...

Samsung has another digital photo frame for the masses, this time in the form of the SPF-71E. This 7" model comes with a 4:3 aspect ratio (no widescreen photos I guess), 120MB of internal memory that can be augmented...

The Wiimote is beginning to be a wonderful, hackable device as the WowWee Rovio is the latest robotic contraption to fall under its hypnotic spell. To run Robodance in conjunction with the WowWee Rovio spy robot you will need a...

Guess it is just a matter of time before the Sony Ericsson C905 hits the retail market in the US as the handset has already arrived in the hands of the FCC. No idea on when it will be...

We all know that Microsoft's Surface computers are cool but pricey, so if you wan't something that's more affordable, Microsoft is doing a survey on a new multi-touch computing device known as Oahu, being souped down in some ways...

KDDI's researchers certainly made good with the new Portable Viewer System that enables a cell phone to transmit an image onto its 13.1" color electronic paper display sans wires, making it the first device of its kind in the...

Panasonic will be rolling out a Blu-ray recorder and player combo in the US sometime next year. Details are extremely scant, but we do know that such devices in Japan have already seen significant price drops, with Sharp's Blu-ray...

Those living in France will be able to get their hands on a spanking new netbook known as the Iqon Qelium AT-2700. No idea if this is a rebadged version of another mainstream netbook, but you can't really go...

I'm not too sure whether the Road Mice will find a place in the office, but it is definitely a collector's item for folks who love cars. Shaped after a range of favorites including the Ford Mustang GT, a...

Lenovo has expanded its desktop line with the new H210, although don't expect this to be a hardcore gaming rig that is able to run Crysis at full resolution. The H210 is a family PC that is able to...

The PSP-3000 is finally available in North America, and it will be released as the PSP-3000 Ratchet & Clank Entertainment Pack. The entire bundle will cost $199.99, but if you don't want it you'll have to wait for another...

Check out this ordinary bicycle that has been modified to run on gas, capable of hitting a phenomenal mileage of 125mpg (virtually unlimited if you're running on pedal power alone though). Top speed currently stands at approximately 40 mph,...

This IBM laptop concept that you see here is truly out of this world, and Nicolas Lehotzky sure has a wild imagination. You will find a security knob as well as hidden USB ports (how irritating) to help you...

It would be a farce if NEC teamed up with Sanrio to release a notebook that did not come in pink, so good thing they stuck to tradition. Enlisting the help of French fashion designer Courrèges, NEC's new female-only...

AT&T's latest external modem is the USBConnect Quicksilver, and this adapter will rely on the latest Icera 3G chipset which works with all three major HSPA frequencies without piling on the bulk. The adapter is tiny enough to feature...

Imagine arriving on the shores of a foreign country and not having any idea on where to go and what to do? With the Third Eye concept, it will greatly broaden your horizon. Place the Third Eye to your...

At last, Asus has rolled out the P522w PDA phone that is the first of its kind to be powered by Glide, an innovative touch sensitive user interface which aims to make navigation a snap. All the specifications were...

Just in case you don't give two hoots about the environment, here is the Energy Mate system that is able to convert the amount of electricity you spend at home into actual dollars and sense. All you need to...

Rock Band fans can finally get their hands on the Rock Band Stage Kit for the Xbox 360 this October 26th, and this makes the gaming experience all the more authentic, smoke and flashing lights right smack in the...

I thought that Apple would be able to have a smooth transition from integrated GPU (iGPU) to discrete GPU without requiring a logout. It looks like I was too optimistic. Apparently, the software side of things is lagging a bit, and...

Grace Chen, a Senior Manager at Sony, has posted a video in which she demonstrates the Playstation Store running on the PSP 5.0 update. If you already have a PlayStation store account (from the PS3), you can use the same...

Reports about a Social Networking Phone from Motorola have appeared left and right. This is unofficial of, but the words "social networking phone" comes from Motorola itself in a job posting. First, I don't think that a particular physical...

Mozilla is releasing the public beta of Firefox 3.1 (beta 1). Here are the highlights: 3D preview during tab switch Better Javascript Performance Location awareness: it requires the Geode extensionLots Unfortunately, people who are waiting for private browsing will...

One of the main reasons as to why Nintendo has done phenomenally well with this generation of home consoles is the attractive price point, but Microsoft has finally managed to undercut the Wii, making the Xbox 360 Arcade bundle...

Good news: the White Macbook price goes down to $999 and a next-generation has just been announced. It is very close to the Macbook Pro (details here), but doesn't feature the discrete GPU. Highlights Starts at $1300 Available today!...

There you go, now it's official. The new Macbook has been announced and many of the rumors have turned out to be true. It features an LED backlit display, an NVIDIA chipset with an integrated GPU, a Mini-Display graphics...

Talking on the cell phone while driving is dangerous, even when you're using a hands-free kit since your attention isn't 100% on the road itself while blabbering away, no matter how well you think you are able to multitask....

Remember Motorola shifting its resources to include 350 engineers in an Android-related project? It seems as though this is what the Big M is up to actually. As a Senior Staff Interaction Designer, you will be responsible for leading...

Nokia isn't happy to be where it is at the moment, and will be rolling out a new Supernova handset, also known as the 7100s by its model number. This slider clearly resembles the Nokia 6710, although it won't...

The Edelweiss phone could be the first smartphone in the world that runs on the Access Linux Platform when it ships, and among its more impressive features include the 3.5" touch screen display that carries a 480 x 854...

Verizon has finally announced the Motorola Krave ZN4 handset after numerous image leaks, but unfortunately for Motorola the Krave ZN4 isn't the messiah phone that will save Motorola from its current woes. Just to highlight its features once again,...

AT&T rolls out a quartet of QWERTY phones for those who love text messaging more than holding conversations, among them the Pantech Matrix that slides both ways - a vertical slide will reveal the numeric keypad underneath, while a...

Toshiba is on a roll here where notebook releases are concerned, and the Portégé A600 is yet another model that will target the mainstream ultraportable notebook market. This 12.1" notebook will feature the following specifications :- Intel Core 2...

Toshiba's latest business notebook, the Tecra R10 measures just 1.13" thin - not as thin as a MacBook Air, but thin enough to turn heads whenever you pull this beauty out from a case or sleeve. Features of the...

Palm will be rolling out its Centro handset in two new colors - Olive green and Vibrant rose. These new colors also add a little bit of extra without breaking the bank in these economically challenging times - you...

Here is a shot that shows off the derriere of the new 15" MacBook Pro, confirming whispers of a removable battery (bring out the champagne!) and a swappable hard drive. Guess many people will now be able to change...

It's that time again. Apple is bound to announce new laptops today and if you have not been following the latest rumors, here's something to entertain your while we are waiting for the official announcement: Spyshot of the new Macbook...

Samsung will make a splash in the Norht American notebook market with five different lines, ranging from a 10" netbook all the way to a 16" multimedia heavyweight. The five lines consist of Premium Thin & Light, All Purpose,...

Toshiba will be offering the market with another two Satellite Pro notebooks in the form of the S300M and the S300. Both models target business users who are finding it hard to balance their budget (pretty common these days...

There is good money to be made when it comes to Apple accessories, and Booq is not oblivious to the point by rolling out a new range of neoprene sleeves that cater to the latest Apple MacBooks. Known as...

Here's the customary blurry image of the much talked about MacBook Pro, I guess the person capturing the image needs a brand new camera with optical image stabilization, or at least get some Valium to soothe those jangling nerves...

NetGear has announced it will begin shipping its new ReadyNAS Pro range of network attached storage (NAS) devices, and these will include the first six-bay desktop NAS in the world as well. Targeting both small and medium business entities,...

Your long wait for the Nokia 5800 XpressMusic will be over, and hopefully sooner rather than later, thanks to the handset making an appearance on the FCC. Too bad this version isn't the HSDPA 850/1900 MHz model, so hopefully...

With the green movement gaining momentum with manufacturers worldwide, somebody has come up with this wooden Nokia concept handset, using sustainably harvested wood no less to minimize the impact on the environment. This eco-friendly concept comes with an 8...

Needless to say trust is one of the most essential ingredients in any relationship, but if you think your partner is having some fun behind your back due to a hunch (and some evidence like unusual late nights, perfume...

Averatec is also in on the nettop game with its A1. This nettop features an 18.4" display and looks pretty stylish, making it suitable for use in just about any home without any consternation. Features of the Averatec A1...

With the chilly winter looming, it makes sense to prepare for the season, so why not update your winter clothing range with Aevex Gloves instead of normal woolen ones? What makes the Aevex gloves different is the ability to...

Quell your curiosity on what the Sirius SUB-X2 boombox looks like with this leaked image above - it clearly resembles the SUB-X1 boombox, front-panel headphone jack, auxiliary input and all, but do expect certain audio refinements to come with...

Where else but Abilene Christian University are you able to get either a free iPhone 3G or iPod touch when you enrol for your freshman year? So far 650 first year students chose the former, while 300 decided on...

Maybe Asus should just change their company name to Eee - the Taiwanese corporation has just announced that it will be introducing a new motherboard under the Eee family sometime in Q1 2009. Let's see, we have the Eee...

Folks living in the Czech Republic won't miss out on netbook action thanks to Mivvy, a homegrown company that has already sold the MSI Wind clone, Mivvy M310. This time round, they are releasing a similar spec L310, although...

Waterproof handsets aren't new, but Sharp ups the ante with the new Softbank 824SH. What makes this clamshell so different from the other waterproof cell phones? For starters, it is currently the undisputed champion when it comes to the...

Every year when Breast Cancer Awareness month hits, you'll see many pink products hit the streets, and it isn't any different this year. Toshiba Canada has teamed up with Best Buy Canada to release a pink 13.3" Portege laptop, where...

Here's a racing simulator for those who can't afford a nice sports car (as $4,600 can get you a decent second hand jalopy without the works). The Multidrive RS racing simulator lets you zoom down famous racing tracks around...

Robo-Q holds the distinction of being the smallest two-legged robot in the world, and it is even able to kick a football - scaled down, of course. On display at Robo Japan 2008 (where else), this micro robot will...

The PSP will be receiving a v5.00 update, while the PS3 will feature a v2.50 update. Nothing major or groundbreaking in either updates, but they do represent small steps forward. The PSP v5.00 will include the PlayStation Network icon...

Our friends from Akihabaranews managed to capture a fair number of robots who were roaming the showfloor of CEATEC 2008, and they look way more interesting compared to booth babes. Check out the MANOI robot (above left) that attempts...

LG's new Scarlet line of LCD TVs has gotten yet another member in the form of the LG80. This is the natural evolution from the LG60 and LG70, so you can expect the next iteration to be the LG90....

Hardcore gamers who live and breathe Xbox LIVE will find the XBerry Live application to be just too cool - it was specially designed to track friends on Xbox Live, including their current gamer status and activity. Nice to...

The printout you see here is one of a few that depict new SKUs in Best Buy's inventory for MacBooks that will roll out tomorrow. Colors were used in lieu of codenames, while dimensions and stock dates are placeholders....

Just in time for Halloween, this giant spider sculpture was designed for the Liverpool Bienniale by artist, architect, curator, and blogger Ai Weiwei. The network of webs is made out of steel cables, while the spider itself is a...

Our friends at Switched have managed to get their hands on the new BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8220, and here's what they think of it in a nutshell. If you are a heavy e-mailer and text-messager, but can't bear to...

T-Mobile has just confirmed that they actually exposed confidential data of 30 million customers due to a system error, and part of this data included bank account information. I suppose in times of economic hardship many bank accounts will...

Microsoft has announced on the next Windows was going to be called Windows 7. This is not really a surprise, as this was the codename for this 7th version of Windows, but from a branding perspective, it marks a...

Necessity being the mother of all invention, frustrated rangers have managed to come up with an interesting method that alerts them of elephants attempting to "play" on neighboring farms, thanks to a SIM card that is located within the...

Korean Telecom reported last week that the company has already signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Apple that will see WiBro connectivity (Korea's version of WiMAX) appear on both iPods and MacBooks. Could this also be an indicator that...

If you don't want a high end handset in your pocket and will be happy with something basic and functional, then Cricket US' Samsung JetSet SCH-r550 is just the clamshell for you. This entry level phone doesn't skimp on...

We had a look at the Olympus Mju 1050 Gold digital camera just yesterday, and today we are bombarded by yet another bling digital camera from the same company - the Olympus Mju 1040 that is studded with Swarovski...

AT&T has announced the new Sony Ericsson W760a Walkman phone that will hold the distinction of being the first Walkman-branded handset that has access to AT&T's 3G data networks, featuring the following specifications :- Dedicated A and B gaming...

Users who constantly use those currently popular hard drive docking stations will definitely worry about how they normally store their precious hard disk when it isn’t docked. It’s all fine and dandy when it’s sitting in the dock, but...

Samsung's latest D890 cell phone will carry two SIM cards simultaneously, allowing you to hold two lines in a single device instead of adding more bulk to your pocket. This handset comes with the following :- Dual SIM slot...

Mac owners will be able to take advantage of the self-proclaimed “world’s first miniature hardware internet security devices for MacBooks and Mac desktop computers” in the form of the Gatekeeper Pico and Gatekeeper Card Pro. Both devices will offer...

Don't you just hate it whenever you wear a sweater only to have someone come up and ask, "Is it cold?" With the Temperature Sweater, you can just turn them away without a vocal reply - instead, show them...

Here is an interesting piggy bank that will definitely find itself in good standing among prepubescent females. There is a choice of hot anime guys to choose from within, and placing a 500 yen coin will result in the...

Rejoice if you are gunning for an Averatec Buddy netbook, as it now retails for $450 - a $30 discount over the 3-cell MSI Wind. This certainly beats going through the hassle of rebates, although you might run into...

A report by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications in Japan has stated that Japanese spent a total of 1.899 billion hours tlaking on the phone for the entire year of 2007, which is a 4.5% increase over...

Asus isn't only content with taking over the world of netbooks, but is attempting to make a name for itself in the nettop arena as well. The new Eee Top (also known as the Eee Monitor) will come in...

I'm pretty sure some of you have come across colleagues who seem to be oblivious to their own body odor, but here is a device known as Zero Privacy that is able to keep tabs on nauseating smell from...

Battlestar Galactica fans are definitely going to dig this PC case mod which has been given a laser-cut treatment to convey the spirit of the series onto a computer's exterior in the most obvious manner possible. If the Medallion...

The weekend is over, but that doesn't mean you drag a long face to the office on Monday. Here is the Beer Phone that will definitely act as an incentive for you to see through the week at work...

Just in case you're one of those frequent travelers who have tons of gadgets attached and want to keep them primed before you arrive at your destination, here is the PowerLine 0900-66 charger. It not only charges up devices...

Parents, brace your wallets. Fisher-Price has officially introduced the Elmo Live! toy that will certainly cause quite a stir this holiday season. Elmo Live! first debuted at the New York Toy Fair earlier this February, and is tipped to...

Acer aims to bring high definition entertainment to your desktop with the AX3200 desktop PC which is accompanied by a 24" 1080p LCD display along with the following :- AMD Phenom X3 8450 triple-core processor 4GB RAM 640GB hard...

If you want an very large capacity Memory Stick Pro Duo card for your PSP (or other Sony device), but don’t want to shell out for expensive Memory Sticks, you’ll want to consider getting Brando’s PhotoFast CR-3100 SD(HC) to...

New photos from China have shown what the new casing would look like (seems slick!) and today the word on the street is that Apple has selected NVIDIA as the provider for the chipset (the chip that controls the...

Researchers from Iowa State University (ISU) are currently working on wireless soil sensors that aim to improve farming while minimizing environmental impacts. Prototypes are already available, and these can collect and send information about soil moisture, with plans to...

What makes the Shiro SQ-S MP3 player so special? Well, it might not be an iPod killer in any way, but comes with a built-in solar cell that allows you to keep it juiced no matter where you are...

P.I.G. here does not stem from any porcine sources, but is an acronym for Politically Incorrect Voice Packages for your GPS system. Perfect for a laugh during those long road trips, as downloads of individual voices range from $12...

Seagate, the largest hard drive maker in the world will be stepping into SSD territory from next year onwards, targeting large enterprise customers first followed by everyday users like you and I. Their main challenge is to convince enterprise...

Israel scientists managed to develop a new step-on scanner that is able to x-ray shoes for forbidden items, doing away with the need to remove one's shoes as they walk past through a security checkpoint. This device is not...

Olympus offers a Midas-enhanced Mju 1050 SW camera that comes in Champagne Gold color. This stylish camera not only looks good, it is able to stand up to nasty shocks and survive underwater trips thanks to its shockproof, waterproof...

While the idea of Wi-Fi detecting shoes are cute, I don't think they'll catch on anytime soon. After all, many of us already carry Wi-Fi capable devices like smartphones and iPods that is able to sniff out those wireless...

I know this sounds crazy but OLO is working on an iPhone-powered subnotebook. No idea on how they are going to pull it off, but here are a couple of suggestions - the iPhone's innards are what drives the...

If you can't get to sleep while wearing a pair of headphones, then maybe the Sangean Pillow Mate speaker might help. This needs to be connected to an audio source via its headphone socket, and you will be able...

The Mummy 3 was a stinker of a film, and the terracotta warriors weren't half as useful as mummies in the previous two iterations of the movie. Still, if you're a fan of such cultural structures, Super Talent caters...

Let's say you've got a ton of dosh with no idea on how to spend it - apart from donating it to Ubergizmo as an act of goodwill, you could always splash it on this 103" plasma display that...

Could the next generation MacBook and MacBook Pro cases point towards a lack of FireWire connectivity when it comes to the entry level system? This certainly seems to be the case, according to detailed leaks of Apple's next generation...

Still can't get your hands on a Wii? Here's a cheap substitute - the Swinger Video Sports System. For $69.95, you will get a couple of wireless controllers, a nunchuk, five pre-loaded games (golf, tennis, boxing, bowling and baseball)....

Just when you thought OLED technology was limited to just lighting solutions, along comes the possibility to use it as an interactive touch controlled flat light source. Since OLED is a cold light source, you won't have to worry...

If you are still using that crab mallet known as the Nokia E90, well at least Nokia engineers have not forgotten about it, making available a new firmware update to bring it up to v300.34.84. Below are the improvements...

The LG KF900 Prada II is but a fact, and we have even looked at the leaked list of specs, but today we have more details available thanks to a pre-announcement. Quad-band GSM (850/900/1800/1900). WCDMA 900/2100, 7.2 Mbps HSDPA...

One of the reasons why Apple TV missed out on a hardware refresh could be due to Apple's engineers who are hard at work on their own networked TV, including the innards of the Apple TV within. It is...

JoinTech has rolled out a new netbook in the form of the JL7200, and while this machine looks eerily similar to its predecessor, the JL7100, it does come with some improvements such as Wi-Fi connectivity, retailing for $25 more...

I suppose a watch for the blind that comes with a voice reading out the current time is more convenient than having to feel one's way through, but then again there will be people who prefer to tell the...

How long can your notebook last while you're on the road? Well, Toshiba claims that their latest Portege R600 is able to last for a phenomenal nine hours before requiring a trip to the nearest power outlet. I find...

I don't think naming your phone after a fruit will gain you as much success as Apple's iPhone, but that won't stop people from trying. Enter the Pomegranate Phone concept - it features the following :- MP3 playback GPS...

The humble floppy disk used to be the epitome of portable data storage, but advances in technology has long relegated it to the ranks of the dodo. Some creative mind has decided to bring a blast from the past...

I've always wondered why would anyone pick up the Xbox 360 Arcade as it is pretty gimped in terms of a 256MB storage capacity - why not save up a little bit more and get a unit with a...

How's this for an iPod nano 4G clone? The Orango V580 portable media player isn't a slouch with the following specifications :- 2.4" LCD display Support for RM, RMVB, FLV, AVI (Xvid / Divx), VOB, DAT and MP3, WMA,...

Those who want to pick up an Acer Aspire One before they head off on a long haul flight, hold off your purchases just yet. Acer will be rolling out several new models equipped with SSDs and Windows XP,...

Good news to all touch screen enthusiasts as Nokia isn't going to stop at just the XpressMusic 5800 where touch screen-based handsets are concerned. They are working on an N-Series touch screen device and will make an official announcement...

Raon Digital will be releasing a new Everun Note netbook, ditching the 60GB hard drive in favor of an SSD-based family which will see two configuration options as shown below :- S16S (1.2GHz Sempron, 16GB SSD, Ubuntu, $659) D24S...

If you have been hankering after the Metal Gear Solid 4 Bluetooth headset, the long wait is now over. The device is now ready for shipping, as long as you are willing to part with $59.99 for it, arriving...

The designers of the LaCie 5big network storage array must have paid tribute to HAL 9000 with its design, but good thing it won't be self-aware and attempt to end your life, but will instead try to preserve your...

Mio's Moov 500 series does not come with two or three models, but eight! These models are already available in Europe and come in the following configurations :- Moov 500 Regional - €179 Moov 500 Europe - €199 Moov...

The AirPod vehicle is a three-seater that uses a proprietary compressed air system to move around, thanks to electricity that forces air to power the engine's pistons. Judging by the design, parking with this should be pretty easy considering...

Windows Mobile users will soon have another option when it comes to web browsers as Firefox will be rolling out a Firefox Mobile version for that platform. The screenshot you see above is an indicator of what the final...

Or at least any other multi-limbed mutant, as even regular deified DJs like Fatboy Slim and DJ Tiesto will have a hard time with this four-armed turntable. Constructed based on a TW-Acustic Raven AC turntable with three motors, this...

Apple has more or less confirmed word that new MacBook Pros will be rolling out, after accidentally publishing a support document in PDF format on its site which was specifically meant for the "MacBook/MacBook Pro (Late 2008)" models. There...

If you're looking for an IP conference phone that will not only function well but look good in the office, perhaps the Swedish-designed Konftel 300IP is your cup of tea. It touts to offer best-in-class voice quality, but the...

Asus is back with a new portable navigation device - the R710 that will boast an industry first in the form of an optional PathFinder Heads-Up Display (HUD) which helps drivers to keep their eyes on what's important -...

Mio has a new GPS navigation system known as the Moov 150, and this model offers nothing but the bare basics as depicted below :- 3.5" touch screen display Support for real-time traffic information SiRFInstantFix II technology TeleAtlas Maps...

Old folks can now take advantage of the HOP1890 cell phone, also known as the ChitterChatter. There will be two models available - the dual-band 850/1900MHz for people in the US, while our friends living across the pond will...

Century Japan takes a slightly different route with its USB connected LCD monitor - as it comes in the extremely small size of 4.3". Meant to act more as a SideShow device, it supposedly accommodates your instant messaging program,...