BGR is talking about a new leak of training dates from Verizon Wireless which show Samsung Omnia training scheduled for November 15th. We would of course expect a release of the Omnia soon after that, probably in late November. On...
November 1, 2008
Race game gurus prepare yourself, Fanatec has released a Porsche licensed Steering Wheel compatible with Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and PC. The Porsche 911 Turbo S wheel is limited to ten thousand units in total. Each wheel includes a...
October 31, 2008
$19.99, Plantronics .Audio 370 PC Multimedia Headset $18.15, Belkin 4 Port USB 2.0 Swivel Hub $22.66, Centon 4GB moVex MP3 Player (Black) $18.83, Dane-Elec 6GB (3 X 2 GB) zMate USB 2.0 Pen Drive Kit $199.99, Cavalry CAND Series...
Reports have surfaced that Nintendo’s DSi handheld will be released in the US during the summer of 2009. While that means it’s still a while away, folks in Japan on the other hand, will be able to get theirs...
Microsoft has setup a booth just outside the Apple Store, Bullring, Birmingham. The booth looks like it will aim to turn patrons away from the Mac store over the next few days. As part of Microsoft’s new $300 million...
Pioneer brags that its XMp3 device is the lightest portable XM radio in the market, and it doesn't look as though there will be anyone who will rise up to this challenge. That's all fair though, since the lightest...
Dell is not taking a break anytime soon, and has just released two more wide-aspect LCD displays - the 22" S2209W and the 23" S2309W. Both will reduce the 16:9 aspect ratio without compromising on resolution (phew!). Shared features...
Wind chimes can be relaxing to some and irritating to others, but they more or less have just a single function. Not so if Korean designers Lufdesign have anything to say about it - their new wind chime concept...
it is sad to see Apple rejecting Opera Mini for the iPhone from the Apple Store, leaving iPhone users with Mobile Safari as their browser of choice. Not that the latter is bad in any way, but hey, if...
In every battle, having ranged units are always an advantage, assuming they're on higher ground for an advantage multiplier with close combat forces nearby just in case of an ambush. Same goes for a snowball fight, as you will...
You can run, but you definitely can't hide - not when you have the Recon Scout robot hot on your trail. This might look like a technologically advanced dumbbell at first glance, but it actually does something totally different...
We all know that Asus' Eee PC brand has grown by leaps and bounds in just one year - and it has been stated that a $200 Eee PC will be launched sometime next year. Will this new Eee...
Japanese will be the blessed ones to get hold of the Nintendo DSi from tomorrow onwards, as it retails for $192 (after conversion, no thanks to the stronger yen) there in an effort to revive slowing domestic sales ahead...
Sony and Universal have teamed up to develop POP - a self-proclaimed "instant entertainment 24/7" vending machine that will be arriving on UK shores this holiday season. Unlike other machines that have media players on offer, this one provides...
Skunks are pretty nasty animals, but that doesn't mean we have the right to treat them as roadkill when we see one. Those who have suffered the skunk's spray before will definitely wish that would never happen again, and...
While Apple has officially stated that its recently released MacBook and MacBook Pros are able to support a maximum of 4GB RAM, along comes memory sales company Ramjet who claims otherwise, shoving in a 2GB and one 4GB stick...
JVC has a heart for the future generation as evident by these eco-friendly Sound Garden KiriKabu concept speakers, merging your choice of potted plants with multi-directional speakers located at the bottom which comprises of a woofer, left- and right-channel...
Researchers who have been busting their rear ends on the European ROLLED project have successfully developed a flexible OLED element which is able to be mass produced using roll-to-roll printing technology. This means such OLED elements can be utilized...
Sharp has managed to manufacture an LCD panel that features a memory function which is able to retain the displayed content long after the power supply has been cut off. This LCD panel is currently being paraded at FPD...
Ardica is not only offering this really handsome vest, but it also comes with a well-hidden large, flat battery that sends juice to your gear as well as keep your body warm during this autumn and the upcoming winter...
$9.99, Patriot Razzo 4GB USB Flash Drive $1,399.99, Toshiba 52RV530U Regza LCD TV - 52'' $99.99, XFX GeForce 9800 GT - 512MB GDDR3 $89.99, HP LaserJet P1006 Printer - Laser, Mono $79.99, Logitech 960-000048 QuickCam Pro 9000 Webcam More...
center> I have been a Yoono user for a while and I was waiting for this new version. Yoono is a Social Aggregator integrated as a side bar in the browser that I use mainly to update my status in...
October 30, 2008
Look out AT&T, the proposed merger between Verizon Wireless and Alltel has just been okayed by the Department of Justice, and both companies when merged, are on the brink of becoming the largest wireless carrier in the nation. The...
In such difficult times, it is amazing to see Softbank, Tiffany and Sharp come together to release a €100,000 cell phone. What makes this so special? Well, for starters, the Softbank 823SH Tiffany as it is known will be...
AT&T is now offering the Motorola RAZR2 V9x to the masses, and this handset goes one up on the standard V9 by throwing in support for AT&T's Navigator service alongside other minor improvements such as the ability to access...
The ongoing FPD International show in Japan saw Samsung demonstrate its massive 63" plasma display that features 4K resolution - a whopping 4,096 x 2,160 pixels, which is way higher compared to what regular full HD displays offer. Samsung...
Sony doesn't seem to have very good memories when it comes to notebook batteries as they're in the thick of action yet again - this time round as the defendant in more than 40 incidents in the world of...
Electrolux has a brand new collapsible soft-refrigerator concept that reminds us of Ikea designs. The accordion styling looks set to remain for many years to come due to its versatility in a cramped home, and this concept features heat-insulating...
Give your Halloween a twist with these LED Lego minifigs that have had their heads, eyes and mouths bored out only to have the newly created hollow space filled with an LED light of your choice, emitting an eerie...
While ghosts and ghouls might scare the wits out of younger children, we adults are probably more frightened when it comes to Wall Street figures. This Halloween pumpkin will certainly send chills down your spine, featuring daily updates from...
the Pico Media Projector is so small, you're able to slip it into just about any pocket you want. It measures a mere 11.5cm x 5cm x 2.2cm and tips the scales at just 160 grams, while the rechargeable...
JBL's latest speakers are from the EON500 series which ups the ante in various aspects including industrial design, sonic performance, integrated utility and unprecedented portability when it comes to molded powered loudspeakers. Inside the EON500 series, you will find...
Want to bring a little bit of arcade golfing action back home? You can now do so with the PowerPutt. Developed by the same company that rolled out Golden Tee, PowerPutt presents pretty decent graphics with a similar control...
The I-Cool concept chair sits down there looking pretty, and it looks as though it belongs to some sort of science fiction film instead of being grounded in reality. That's fine, after all, isn't a concept supposed to challenge...
Don't you just hate it when you've found a really cool parking spot right smack in the middle of the city, but your wheels are way too large to squeeze in? Enter the Z-Car concept that comes with a...
No idea why this Boom Box has been given the prefix '9999' which comes with built-in MP3 and video playback capabilities, all crammed into a modern design that is littered with smatterings of retro. No idea whether there will...
The Nokia N85 looks set to make an appearance in the US pretty soon, with a third version of the N85 making it past the FCC hurdle recently. Two previous versions already made the cut - one without 3G...
Our Japanese friends are extremely lucky to get hold of the Samsung Omnia which features more features than the vanilla Omnia that is available elsewhere in the world. It will be released under the Softbank banner, known as the...
Sharp has decided that it would win the screen resolution war, at least temporarily. Its new handset, the Aquos Fulltouch is a touch phone with a big 3.8", 1024x480 pixels display. Now we can talk about movie quality. That's...
Here’s a rather novel idea by Weston Boege. Keyboard lovers out there will want to take a look at his design that has the keyboard resting on low friction pads with an optical sensor underneath it. The keyboard will...
While most earphones will happily blast music in your ears, how many will actually keep your ears warm? Enter the Ear Toasters, which will warm your ears while you’re listening to your music collection on your music player. The...
A lot of us have cool keyboards, but how many of you have keyboards that are literally cool? Thanko is offering a USB keyboard that has a built-in cooler and heater, which should be useful in all kinds of...
Ubergizmo is media partner of VentureWire Technology Showcase 08, an emerging technology Dow Jones conference held in the Bay Area, Nov 18-19, 2008. The Technology Showcase will present 125 start-ups from the U.S. and Europe, all vetted by VentureWire...
Feast on the strange monstrosity of the patented PS3 Wiimote-like device which can further be split into two for additional alternative gaming methods. The technology used within are pretty much similar to what Nintendo's Wiimote has, accelerometers, LED-based tracking...
Just when you thought that you've seen it all, along comes the Catch 22 Yo-Yo which will come in extremely limited quantities - 70 units worldwide to be exact. Hence, the insanely high $460 price point that will definitely...
Alltel is late to the party yet again, being the last major US carrier that is offering the Samsung Delve. This full touch screen display handset does share some resemblances with the Instinct for Sprint, but it does differ...
Just in case you mistake the Compaq Mini 700 for the HP Mini 1000, here are some of the rather subtle differences :- Compaq logo in lieu of HP logo (duh) Option to include HSDPA modem Compaq Mini 700...
T-Mobile is now offering a new RED BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8220 that offers a chance for you to match your crimson wardrobe with this handset. Other than the color change, everything else remains the same as the vanilla version...
Dell's new all-in-one desktop is now available - the sleek looking 24" XPS One 24. At first glance, it looks really sweet, but when you take a gander at its price tag, chances are you will recoil in horror....
Acer has just rolled out its eMD620-5777 notebook that will come with the following features :- 14.1-inch widescreen display AMD Athlon 1.6GHz processor 1GB RAM 160GB hard drive Wi-Fi connectivity DVD-R/RW drive ATI Radeon X1200 graphics chipset Strange to...
This is totally weird, seeing a Sony PSP getting manhandled by an old school SNES controller, courtesy of modder [foo] who managed to come up with this miraculous mod. An additional port has been added to the rear part...
Nextar's new Q4-MD GPS navigation system will come with most of the bells and whistles associated with a device of its class, including a 4.3" touch screen display as well as Tele Atlas maps which make sure you can...
Samsung has upped the ante where OLED displays are concerned, unveiling its monstrous 40" OLED panel that comes with the following jaw-dropping specifications :- 1,920 x 1,080 resolution 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio Color gamut of 107% NTSC Luminance of 200cd/m2...
Today, Radus is launching a sleek media browsing website that allows users to search, discover, share, post and view digital content from various internet sources, including blogs and social networking sites. I like the "iphone' looking user interface and...
Upcoming TIVO boxes will be able to stream movies and shows from Netflix's Watch Instantly library that contains 12000 or so movies and shows. With its 800,000 subscribers that are connected to broadband internet, TIVO can generate some appeal...
I know, it's already frustrating that other countries get widespread DVB-T or 1-SEG digital TV availability, but now Japanese iPhone 3G owners can have their own wireless 1-Seg TV Tuner that sends video via WIFI. Irritating, isn't it? That's...
October 29, 2008
Philips isn't exactly the first name that comes into the mind where MP3 players are concerned, but they're still hanging tough in that department with the GoGear 2940 being the latest device to be launched from their stables. Nothing...
With the world heading towards unprecedented levels of energy crisis, no thanks to industrialization across the globe, we humans must start to look for more efficent ways to harness the renewable energy sources, and among these include a solar...
Super Talent must still be stuck in limbo as they figured out Americans have plenty of spare cash to throw around, since they have just released a luxury 18-carat-gold USB drive under the Pico-C moniker. These 8GB luxurious memory...
LaCie understands that there are some butter fingered folks out there like yours truly, and has released its LaCinema Rugged portable media extender that is much tougher compared to the original. This time round, the beefier LaCinema Rugged even...
Crunchgear has a tutorial on how to create your own Wooden USB flash drive that will surely be one-of-a-kind once you're done with it. The build time is approximately 5 to 7 days, so don't start to think that...
With winter fast approaching, it is imperative you get the proper gear so that you won't end up chilly and miserable when the mercury starts to drop. Enter the Aevex PrimaVolta Gloves that help you keep your hands nice...
Alcatel is still hanging around, folks, and this time round they have (yet another) entry level handset that features a built-in accelerometer. The whole idea of including this is to make it easier to switch between applications simply by...
Did we just catch you casting a jealous glance at the Asus Eee PC 1000H GO? Well, you can also come up with your very own DIY solution thanks to Tnkgrl Mobile who has posted instructions on tricking out...
Italian mobile carrier TIM is offering the Asus Eee PC 1000H GO, essentially an Eee PC 1000H, albeit with the added advantage of built-in 3G capability. In addition to Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, you will be able to take...
At first glance, the Sonic Lounger might resemble the dreaded dentist's chair, but you can breathe easy knowing that this torture apparatus-lookalike is actually meant to help you relax and not tense up. It boasts a futuristic tactile sound...
Is this one of the easiest timers ever to use in existence, or what? The Cube Timer requires you to just turn the cube to where the desired time is facing upwards, and you're good to go. Powered by...
Some folks were born with natural green fingers, but others tend to carry the touch of death each time they tend to a plant. With the DIY Twitter Kit for plants, you no longer need to guess or learn...
AT&T is back with its flip-flop policies, this time offering free Wi-Fi access to iPhone owners across more than 17,000 hotspots in the country. According to AT&T, "AT&T knows Wi-Fi is hot, and FREE Wi-Fi is even hotter. Which...
No, you won't find anything technological inside this bottle other than good wine, but it makes for an interesting spot of evening reading. A new (and strange) rule imposed by the European Union states that wineries are not allowed...
German company Metaio is working on a new system that will see good ol' books turned into reality-augmented 3D objects. What does this mean for today's kids who have extremely short attention spans? Well, they could possibly learn to...
DreamStream will be working to encrypt Royal Digital Media's new optical media format that brings military-strength encryption into this new high definition discs, potentially sending a cold shiver down the spines of Sony executives. DreamStream is touted to be...
Not many computers deviate from the tried-and-tested rectangular form factor, but CLVE Computers decided to go against the grain with the TVBE computer which houses the following in a cylindrical chassis :- Intel Atom 1.6GHz processor 1GB/2GB RAM 320GB/500GB...
This USB Power Bar with Flashlight not only juices up your USB-dependable gizmos, it also doubles up as a flashlight just in case you can't find the keyhole to your door after a late night out with friends. Within...
OpenMoko, the open source handset manufacturer, will be working on a new handset known as GTA02 from November onwards that will run on the Android platform. It will be somewhat similar to the Neo FreeRunner, utilizing a 400MHz to...
Grantwood Technology has rolled out its own tuneband armband for the iPod nano 4G, keeping it secure even when you're involved in the most vigorous of exercise routines at the gym. The flexible band is elastic enough to fit...
Too many delays are not good for any consumer electronics product, as you will then have to be content with releasing an outdated device, or scrap it altogether. The same can be said for Garmin's Nuvifone which saw its...
You probably are already familiar with VIA Technologies, as you’ve probably come across quite a few motherboards that have chipsets made by them. VIA have just announced the VIA EPIA-P710, which is the world’s first single board computer based...
The Pantech Slate is now official at AT&T and is as previously mentioned, boasting to be the “world’s thinnest QWERTY keyboard” handset. A quick glance at this phone and it should be quite obvious that it’s targeted at messaging...
If you’re looking for a hard drive upgrade for your Xbox 360 on the cheap, then you’ll be happy to hear that Microsoft has announced a $100 60GB Xbox Live Starter Pack which will hit retailers this November. The...
One of the stand-out features of Ford’s new 2010 hybrids will definitely have to be the SmartGauge LCD panels. Instead of usual boring analog dials, Ford has opted to give you a LCD screen instrument cluster with some lively...
Ooma is a one time fee VoIP good looking device that was introduced on the market for the first time in September 2007. Today, Ooma is introducing new features to its Hub and Scout bundle priced at $249.99 for...
Guess Psystar isn't just content with mocking Apple with its Blu-ray enabled desktop, but will also be releasing a new notebook that can run Mac OS X. It would be interesting to see how the lawyers between both companies...
If you think you are the number 1 Android fan on the planet, then it is imperative for you to place a bid on this $860 (at press time anyways) Android tribute PC. All proceeds will enter the pockets...
The venerable PlayStation 2 is still around despite the PS3 making some headway in the world of gaming consoles, and Sony has just made this particular platform open - a sign that the console's on its last legs, but...
Nearly everyone knows that it is bad form to type everything in Caps, since that is the equivalent of shouting in real life. Unfortunately, this sound advice seems to have fallen on deaf ears for some, which is where...
Kent Displays will be causing a stir with a couple of new technologies set to rock the world of consumer electronics in 2009 - with a fairly entry-level monochrome electronic writing tablet that features a pressure sensitive display, while...
Wish you could have the latest and greatest phones most of the time without having to fork out a huge wad of cash for it? The Screen2 concept might help - it is but a cell phone dock that...
Samsung's new OLED panel is so thin (0.05mm), that is will flap in the presence of strong winds. This 4" display that is currently on parade at FPD International 2008 comes with the following specifications :- 480 × 272...
Bang & Olufsen has thrown in the towel where cell phone manufacturing is concerned, which means the Samsung Serene and Samsung Serenata F310 will no longer be available in due time. This news will probably result in a mad...
Most people flee to gold when the world markets are in an uproar, but lately this safe haven isn't really that stable either with prices down from their year's highs after the hike in oil prices has come down...
Most bug zappers are nothing but unsightly devices, and along comes this concept which looks pretty much like an air conditioner unit that won't cramp your home's style when installed. Known as the "Slim" mosquito trap, it was specially...
Concepts tend to be rather far fetched at times, but this Sony Ericsson XPERIA concept design is a little bit more down to earth, bringing together the X1’s generous touch screen display complete with Sony Ericsson’s very own keypad....
Slim is in, but we never expected Taiwanese company Chi Mei EL to go the distance with their new 25" display which measures less than a millimeter thick! This display does not skimp on performance either, featuring a resolution...
The Xbox 360 is really much more than a gaming console, as high definition Netflix content streaming will be available on the Xbox 360 itself when November 19 rolls around - that's the date when the New Xbox Experience...
Mibuds aims to help out customers who love customizing nearly everything in their lives, including those earbuds that come with each iPod. That really depends on your fashion sense, but guess there is always a certain segment of the...
The iPhone 3G is an object of beauty to many, but here is a way to totally up the bling ante. Incase has made available the iPhone 3G metallic slider case that comes with a minimal thickness of just...
G.Skill (weird name that) of Taiwan has a couple of solid state drives for the masses, and just like many other products from the Far East, they aim to offer the best bang for your buck, although sometimes there...
Pantech and AT&T have come together to bring the Slate smartphone to the masses without breaking the bank. Heck, you don't even need to fork out a full Benjamin for the Slate, since it costs a mere $50 after...
Retrevo the site dedicated to consumer electronics buyers launches the Retrevo Pulse, a suite of tools that allows users to monitor the CE Price Index, the CE Demand Index and the most popular products and brands (in real time)....
October 28, 2008
Apparently, Asus is going to launch its first Android phone in the first half of next year. ASUS has a history of making Windows Mobile phones and we can only guess that they will continue to do so, at...
The Lenovo S10, which is quite an interesting machine is going to have one more feature that might come in handy: super-fast boot time. Lenovo has decided to install Splashtop, the mini-linux pre-boot OS that ASUS has been using...
HP teased us by putting partial information last week, but we had our hands on a couple of HP Mini 1000. We did not play with them long enough to write a review, but here are our first impression...
Logitech has picked up SightSpeed, a maker of cross-platform video chat and calling software. This acquisition makes perfect sense since Logitech themselves are knee deep in video cameras as well as a whole host of other peripherals for computers....
Sanyo was one of the first companies in the world that released a transistor radio, and nice to see them coming back to their roots with an update in the 21st century in the form of the Sanyo Internet...
The FCC has already given their nod of approval to the Samsung C6620 smartphone, although the Italians beat us to it as it is readily available there for €199. The Samsung C6620 will come in Wine Red, Apple Green...
Halloween's just around the corner, so here's a DIY project for you to concoct the scariest pumpkin on the blcok. You will need a bunch of stuff as listed below before getting started :- Arduino ProtoShield Wire Pumpkin -...
Psystar and Apple might be locked in a legal wrangle at this point in time, but that isn't going to stop the former from milking as much money as possible from its OS X-capable machines. In fact, Psystar is...
At last, the iPod Shuffle from Apple has received new color variants which it has been starved from for so long, making it easier to mix and match your colorful wardrobe whenever you hit the treadmill at the gym...
Guess a leaked Circuit City flier actually proved that the rumored 60GB HDD Live starter pack is real and will be making an appearance in early November. What can one expect from this starter pack? 60GB hard drive 3-month...
Are the executives at CompUSA thinking right? After all, Best Buy is already selling an unlocked BlackBery Bold for a whopping $679.99, but CompUSA decides to outdo them by slapping a whopping $799.99 price tag on it. Of course,...
NDrive has released yet another two GPS units in Europe, and it doesn't look likely that those of us living across the Atlantic will be getting our hands on either. The 3.5" NDrive Touch and 4.3" NDrive Touch XL...
Racing enthusiasts will definitely look forward to the RennSport Cockpit from Fanatec, as they seat themselves inside the aluminum roll cage with an adjustable seat and pedal placement for the optimal racing experience. The wide fiberglass seat ought to...
Dave Bondi is the brainchild behind the Akashi, a mixture of Mickey Mouse and Super Mario. Somehow or rather, this look totally wrong, but presumably there will be people out there who thinks it looks fabulously cool, running out...
Nice to see Asus pack in more muscle with their upcoming range of Eee PC netbooks, doing away with integrated graphics by cramming in an NVIDIA 9300M graphics card with the Asus N10. The Taiwanese company is still adamant...
WhitePages' Caller ID is an add-on for the default Android caller ID, letting you know of the incoming caller's location. While the technology is not yet perfected, so far initial usage has shown it to be fairly accurate in...
Are you a huge sci-fi fan? Depending on how you look at it, this 3-in-1 gizmo might look tacky on your desktop, but on the other hand it could complement your reputation for being a geek. Not only do...
Mitsubishi has started to ship its mammoth 65" LaserVue model to selected retailers nationwide, so make sure you have at least $6,999 in your bank account before you go all out and pick this puppy up, much to the...
I'm pretty surprised that nobody thought up of this Donut Powerstrip concept already and manufactured it - at least designer Ramei Keum beat everyone else to it. This power strip is not only able to accommodate just about any...
Nextar will be rolling out a couple more GPS units from its SNAP range - the SNAP5 and the SNAP7. The former will come with a 5" touch screen display while the latter will, surprise surprise, have a 7"...
Willcom has released a bunch of new phones for the masses and a press conference today, and among them include a new black shade for the previously released Willcom 03. This handset will be accompanied by the Willcom LU...
If you are in need for another Xbox 360 controller, then look no further than this dragon-covered design that is available exclusively from Wal-Mart. It will retail for $49.74, and would make for a great early Christmas present if...
BF Evergreen of Hong Kong has rolled out a new 1.3 pound netbook known as the 7010A that surprisingly comes with a touch screen display, making it function as a pseudo-tablet as and when the need arises. Features include...
The current Microsoft Developers Conference saw the upcoming Windows 7 OS demonstrated on a netbook, of all devices, making people excited all over again about a new operating system release. With netbooks clearly finding it a challenge to run...
Isn't this cute - the pair of 4occhi glasses actually has dual functionality, when you wear it one way round, you get standard vision, but turn it over and it becomes a pair of sunglasses. You'd look pretty weird...
The HTC Opal has landed on FCC shores, and from what we can gather, it features 850/1900 GSM support and EDGE capability, so there really isn't any good reason for any of us to wet our pants here. Guess...
Push email has long been the domain of much more expensive smartphones, but with Synchronica SimpleMail, you get similar functionality even on low-end cell phones. This software offers an email-to-SMS and an email-to-MMS gateway, featuring email trans-coding and a...
Sony PSP owners are now able to access the PlayStation Store straight from their beloved portable handheld console, thanks to System Software 5.01 that gives them this direct access instead of going through the previous convoluted manner of doing...
If you’re already using the Sonos Multi-Room Music System in your home, and own a iPhone, then you’ll be intrigued by the Sonos Controller for the iPhone, which allows you to control the system directly from the mobile phone...
WMExperts has the low down on the Epix. Overall they don't seem to be extremely impressed. The author seems to prefer the Treo Pro over the Epix, especially when comparing the touch-screens of the two. Some things he did...
The Sooloos Ensemble System is an all-in-one music server that includes a CD drive to rip soundtracks. Tracks can also be uploaded via USB if you already have digital files. The software can handle playlists and collections via a...
Forget about the ordinary whiteboard - with the i.Sounds My Messenger Board, you are able to leave important voice messages for greater impact upon the recipient. Perfect for those who are more articulate with their tongues than with their...
Valor DVD has announced its new in-dash navigation system, the 2DIN which will probably make an appearance at the SEMA 2008 show in Las Vegas this November. Features include :- Integrated AM/FM/CD/DVD function 6.5" touch screen display SD memory...
Starting from tomorrow onwards, Wal-Mart Inc. will be making available the G1 Android-powered smartphone at a discounted price. All 550 Wal-Mart stores in the US will carry this $148.88 smartphone for new customers, while current ones who qualify for...
Microsoft took advantage of the Professional Developers Conference by dropping its pre-beta release of Windows 7, and some of its spanking new Web applications for Office were paraded as well. It seems as though the crowd was not disappointed...
The BlackBerry Bold costs only $169.41 to manufacture, and customers who have already picked one up will surely give themselves a good kick in the pants knowing that they paid a whole lot more for it. For instance, those...
The Nexstar Q4-MD is a GPS equipped with the standard 4.3" display, integrated speaker, voice prompts and maps of the U.S and Canada. It also has the particularity of using MSN Direct, Microsoft's push service that sends real-time information...
Are you suspicious of your other half being not faithful to you when you're not around, but do not have the proof? With Text Guard, you will be able to monitor private text messages once you install the software...
Mvix USA has just released a new Network Attached Storage (NAS) known as the MvixBOX. This model will feature the following for all your digital living room entertainment needs :- Two drive bays Windows file sharing support RSS client...
Dell has not forgotten about the workhorse desktop market by releasing a new range of OptiPlex machines, with the OptiPlex 960 kicking things off with a front grill that helps keep everything running cool inside. Within you will find...
Here is a conceptual wireless stereo speaker docking station that works with a wide range of portable media players, and since it is a concept, why not go wild with its capabilities and leave the engineers to suss out...
Hate the boot up times on your notebook? Well, the Lenovo IdeaPad S10e now wears the distinction of being the first netbook to feature "instant on" technology known as Splashtop, and it will be rebranded as Lenovo QuickStart instead....
Just when you thought you've seen it all, along comes the Green Beetle RealBug Mouse. This desktop peripheral is your regular USB optical mouse with a caveat - it features a transparent case which houses the shimmering emerald carapace...
Geeks can also have their 15 minutes of fame, and this time round if you're in possession of extremely nimble fingers. LG will be organizing the LG Mobile World Cup that will be held in Korea and Brazil, where...
Nokia prides itself in releasing what is known as the smallest Bluetooth headset in the world - the Nokia BH-804. This device might be diminutive in size, but it is big on performance with a genuine aluminum case covering...
In terms of design, that is, so you can forget about munching on this when your stomach gets hungry. This pendant-style MP3 player features a hole in the middle for a good purpose - you are supposed to stick...
Sanyo will be rolling out its new HNV-M70 ALBO digital photo frame that features a retro motif to bring back those Jetsons moments. Features of the ALBO include :- 7" LCD display at 800 x 480 resolution 256MB internal...
I wonder what's going through the minds of the people at Plantronics as they employed a descendant of King Midas who somehow retained his famous ancestor's ability to turn things into gold, touching a new line of Plantronics Bluetooth...
NEC LCD Technologies have managed to successfully roll out multiple sizes (A3 and A4 equivalent) of electronic paper (e-paper) modules thanks to the microcapsule electrophoresis system. This electrophoresis system uses white pigment particles electrified with positive electrodes, while black...
Hate flying because of the change in pressure that keeps your ears all blocked up? Well, with the Ear Pressure Equalizer, you are able to suck whatever air out of the outer ear canal so that the particular annoying...
Feeling a wee bit naughty? Well, you will be able to take the plunge and zip through express lanes without worrying too much about getting fined with the RF License Plate Cover, although we still think that the authorities...
Hitachi has just rolled out a new W63H clamshell handset which will feature the following specifications :- 3.1" OLED display at 480 x 800 resolution 1-Seg support 123 grams 50mm x 110mm x 17.4mm No idea on how much...
Sony's cute Rolly speakers have now obtained a new function - the ability to be controlled via a Bluetooth connection. Shipping will commence in Japan from November 21st onwards, retailing for approximately $427. Guess the stronger yen these days...
Sony is currently gloating that their PS3 firmware 2.5 update will be able to let you surf the Internet faster compared to Internet Explorer 7 on your PC, with improvements such as increased Javascript speed by 2.8 and support...
Nokia takes marketing to the next level with the Nokia Musical Park Bench. There will be a bunch of benches secretly placed all over the UK, and each bench will feature three Nokia handsets and headphones installed into the...
I'm currently working on developing a beer belly, and this beer pouring machine that can be controlled by an iPhone is a dream device to have. It is triggered by the word “Pour” as found in a Pownce RSS...
Got an old Sega Dreamcast lying around, gathering dust while you mope about the console's short-lived reign in the market? Well, why not turn it into something useful like the Atari Punk Dreamcast? This Dreamcast case holds an Atari...
October 27, 2008
Fancy taking India’s ubiquitous charkha and adding a dash of technology to it, aptly known as the e-charkha. This device produces yarn and does much more than that - it also generates electricity thanks to a maintenance free lead...
On an unofficial basis, of course. Folks who want the T-Mobile G1 there will have to fork out a whopping $550 for one - that's over three times more than what it is on offer from T-Mobile in the...
Taking showers can be relaxing, but they are more often than not, a waste of water. Why not play your part in preserving the earth's water supply with the Eco Showerdrop? This device will allow you to get your...
Nice to see Sony releasing just a single SKU for the PSP-3000 in the US, and this time it comes in the form of the Ratchet & Clank Size Matters PSP Entertainment Pack. Each purchase will include the updated...
More Hello Kitty stuff to drive you nuts - this time round it is Twinbird with their TS-4654KT, also known as the Hello Kitty Toaster. You get the customary pink color and Japan's most famous pale-faced feline export emblazoned...
Summer might be over, but that doesn't mean you can stop your summer shopping for next year today. The Zull chair that you see here is meant for the domain of the rich and famous, featuring a 360-degree revolving...
The Quake Catcher Network (QCN) is an interesting project that attempts to harness the power of included accelerometers in majority of modern notebooks in order to measure seismic activity. This data will then up uploaded and consolidated onto a...
Razor's latest electric scooter, the Imod, now comes with an iPod dock for you to enjoy your favorite tunes no matter where you go. The design is extremely old school, and it won't get you to your destination within...
Why bother go through the hassle of building your own Gameboy when you can purchase a used one for around $20 on eBay? Well, the passion and satisfaction factors cannot be ruled out, which is why this open source...
Now here is a cell phone that is slightly different from what you get every day - the Emporia Clarity Amplified Phone comes with 20dB amplified audio to help you listen to the speaker on the other line in...
I've lost track of just how many Eee PCs are there in the market already - how about you? Word has it there will be yet another Eee PC coming out soon, and this time it will be an...
There are times when we get a little bit more absent minded than usual no thanks to the stress around us, leading us to forget stuff like turning off the lights when we leave the house. Black & Decker...
Reigncom will be making available its new portable navigation device known as the iriver NV mini in Korea, and it will be powered by the Gini map software to help you find your way around Mt. Sorak. Features of...
BestBuy.com is now offering the BlackBerry Bold without a contract, although you will need to pay through your nose for it - they're asking for $679.99 if you want to bring this puppy home and show it off to...
Epson has just rolled out a new 3.5" amorphous silicon TFT (a-TFT) liquid-crystal display (LCD) that will see use in mobile devices. The a-TFT LCD will feature Epson's very own Photo Fine Vistarich Neo wide viewing angle technology that...
Dell looks set to be offering a couple of Pharos-branded smartphones in the future - the Traveller 117 and 127. They appeared but for a moment on Dell's website and was duly yanked after the gaffe, but not long...
Folks who love gardening and want a little bit of help can now look forward to the EasyBloom USB stake sensor that has begun to ship. This device will analyze important data after being stuck in soil for 24...
Information leaks are getting more and more commonplace these days, and today we have the entire Bell and Solo Mobile line-up for Q4 which will definitely cause a great deal of headache for folks who want to reward themselves...
Talk about a concept dining table that actually tucks itself away when not in use to double up as a decorative household item while helping you save space! The Kure table by Turkish designer Fatih Can Sariöz is able...
Hop-on is a name synonymous with extremely entry level handsets, and this time round they fulfil that pledge yet again with the HOP1811 that will sell for a mere $13.99, and it will be accompanied by a Graffiti Wireless...
Microsoft has made available (albeit in limited quantities) its SDK for the Surface computing environment at today's Microsoft Professional Developers conference. This means over a thousand developers attending will be able to take advantage of exclusive rights to access...
Wayne Coyne of the Flaming Lips apparently loves video games as well, and has constructed a drool-worthy Guitar Hero guitar mod which merges a Korg Kaoss pad, a working GH controller and a beautiful white Gibson double-neck guitar. Below...
Guitar Hero World Tour has just been launched across a wide variety of consoles, so here is one of the coolest Guitar Hero peripherals to date ever - the Gene Simmons Axe Guitar. This guitar not only works with...
This is possibly what the iPhone's user interface would look like if it was introduced back in 1989 alongside the GameBoy, thanks to the efforts of Rob Sheridan with this new theme. You can choose from the button version...
I hate pain, but then again there are others who have extremely high tresholds for pain that they embrace it. For those who are like me, here is a piece of good news - the NanoVibronix PainShield MD emits...
The NightWalker flashlight is no ordinary flashlight, as it boasts a couple of downward-firing LEDs that shows where you are supposed to step without sacrificing on what's right smack ahead of you, ensuring you won't step into a puddle...
Not exactly sailing in that sense of the word, but the Foiljet MR1 offers a skiing experience above the water thanks to an electrically charged motor, resulting in minimal wake in the water with very little noise during operation....
One main disadvantage about the Eee PC is its relatively short battery life, but then again you can't really have unprecedented levels of portability without sacrificing something, right? At least not until engineers manage to come up with a...
The Cowon O2 is a highly desirable portable media player, and it is already beginning to ship in the US. Features of the Cowon O2 include :- 4.3" widescreen display at 480 x 272 resolution SD/SDHC memory card slot...
If you have been eyeing the HP 2133 Mini Note (read our HP 2133 review) for quite some time already but are not ready to part with your hard earned money, Amazon offers a price reduction to make it...
AT&T will be making available the Nokia 2600 for next to nothing, as long as you agree to sign a two-year contract with the mobile carrier. The Nokia 2600 has been around since the beginning of the year already,...
Sportline has released a new range of heart rate watches that look much more modern compared to its older collection, and the TQR series will cater for both men and women with eight different watches. These watches will embrace...
While this Master Chief costume looks super realistic, you will probably cry to know that it will cost you $629 to bring one home in time for Halloween. No point forking out that much money for something you wear...
While most of us have gone through emergency evacuation drills before, it is very different in the actual event as panic tends to set it, especially during a fire where everything around you is chaotic. Enter the Halo Light...
The NAVist III car navigation system has positioned itself to offer a host of entertainment features with capable hardware running in the background to go along with your ride. With dual processors running the show, you ought to be...
Koreans are a lucky bunch as they're able to get their hands on the latest Cowon portable media player - the P5. Underneath the hood of the P5, you will be able to find the following :- RMI Alchemy...
The Post-it note is one of the most popular piece of office stationery ever, but just imagine how many trees can be saved in the manufacturing process if the E-note concept was used instead? Relying on tactile and flexible...
Those who have put off their Jawbone 2 purchases until now will be able to pick it up in two new colors - Babbling Blue and Rambling Rosé, catering for both genders just in case the existing black, gold...
Strange for Sony to release a dedicated portal for its Mylo 2 Internet device nearly a year after it was released, finally taking advantage of its 3.5" display at 800 x 480 resolution. The redesigned mini site allows all...
Pixart Imaging will begin to sample its MEMS chips for the Nintendo Wii from Q4 onwards, offering some semblance of a challenge to Analog Devices (ADI) and STMicroelectronics who are currently Nintendo's MEMS chip suppliers where the Wii is...
Turn your iPhone into a voice recorder with the Griffin iTalk Recorder. This application lets users manage recordings on either an iPhone or a second generation iPod touch, giving users full control over their recordings, including start/stop, playback and...
RED is prepping itself to release its updated Epic and Scarlet cameras this November 13th, and this update will include new incredible programs for both video cameras, although there will be many disbelievers who think that the refresh is...
We've already taken a look at the Motorola Motonav TN20 GPS navigation system, and here is the larger sibling - the TN30. What makes it better is a wider anti-glare touch screen display which measures 4.3" while supporting a...
Motorola has rolled out its new Motonav TN20 GPS navigation system which will come with the following specifications to help you find your way to your destination in unfamiliar territory. Anti-glare 3.5" touch screen display at 320 x 240...
Those living in the UK who are looking forward to the HTC Touch HD will only be able to get it from Orange UK, and folks who want to bring one home will have to fork out £79.99 for...
Could Hammacher Schlemmer be offering the smallest turntable in the world? Possibly, considering the 4.75" x 14.25" x 8" form factor that has yet to be bested by other turntables to date. Retailing for $99.95, you are able to...
All iPod owners ought to check out the Headphonies to go along with their favorite portable media player, as this limited edition portable mini speaker features artwork by different artists. They're really cute to adorn your desktop, and Headphonies...
Sony's discontinued Aibo robot dog opened up Pandora's Box where expensive toys for the home are concerned, and things can only move forward from there. Enter this design by Charles Kalpakian that features a robot tog which looks really...
Toyota has managed to develop a prototype with a research body from the University of Tokyo that could fulfil the long time dream of us humans - a 155cm robot that is able to help out with household chores....
The British police force will soon be equipped with handheld fingerprint readers thanks to the Mobile Identification At Scene (Midas) project that enables your friendly, everyday policeman to capture a fingerprint on his rounds to identify that person in...
Casio has rolled out its Exilim Keitai W63CA clamshell handset that looks pretty much like a digital camera from the back, capable of snapping 8.1 megapixel images without any problems. This photo-centric handset will also feature a 9-point autofocus...
Nokia could finally pass the 5 megapixel mark when it comes to digital camera capability in its cell phones after signing into a patent license agreement with Kodak that enables both companies to share some of their intellectual properties....
Nice to see that the Samsung Q1 Ultra UMPC has a much longer lifespan in the form of the Indamixx, a device that enables DJs, producers as well as remixers to bring their studios along no matter where they...
The Intel Developer Forum (IDF) in Taiwan is the platform of choice where the UrbanMax tablet was unveiled to the masses. This is but a concept design that merges both tablet PC and netbook/notebook form factors in a single...
October 26, 2008
I've been asking several times over the past few months and finally, the time has come: Qik for Blackberry just launched in alpha a few minutes ago. It won't work right away on all Blackberry devices. From Qik: "Qik...
Denon has released its DVD-3800BD Blu-ray player that relies on the 10-bit Silicon Optix sxT2 HQV Realta chipset in order to obtain the highest resolution HD video that is available currently through an HDMI 1.3a connection with 36-bit deep...
With miniaturization in electronics moving at a rapid pace, we have seen shirts that function as more than just a fashion statement or to cover up one's modesty. The W-41 shirt is totally different from the rest, as it...
Designer Mac Funamizu, the same guy who is keeping his fingers crossed that the Mac mini will not die, has also released a double pane LCD display concept that sees dual layered LCDs to create a sense of depth...
Philips does do MP3 players, but their range is lacklustre to say the least. With their latest release, the Luxe, this MP3 player not only keeps you entertained with music on-the-go, it also doubles up as a Bluetooth headset...
Dell has a brand new netbook for the masses in the form of the Mini 12 - a slightly larger sibling compared to the Mini 9. It is available in Japan only at this point in time, although a...
The digital photo frame market is super saturated to say the least, and once in a long while comes along something that aims to differentiate itself from the rest of the flotsam. The Anne Geddes inspired Westinghouse digital photo...
Kodak has gained new grounds with a material known as EK-GD403 which relies on "green dopament" technology in order to further extend OLED lifetimes while boost efficiency simultaneously. This leap in technology ought to see hyper-efficient green displays in...
Despite rumors circling concerning the Mac mini's demise, there will always be a bunch of Mac mini lovers who will protect and defend their tiny computer to the death. Designer Mac Funamizu is another one of them, coming up...
The Violet Mir:ror utilizes RFID technology and functions as an interface between your everyday belongings and your computer. Imagine placing an RFID tag on an umbrella and wave it over to the Violet Mir:ror, where the computer will automatically...
Fancy using a full fledged computer that does not run on electricity, but is self powered instead? Enter the LawnPC concept that boasts solar cells embedded in the grass-like lawn that is located right above the case. This green...
Budding musicians who want to pick up the trumpet might want to try out the Yamaha EZ-TP Electronic Teaching Trumpet first. Unfortunately, this will be available only in Japan at this point in time. This digital trumpet allows you...
The upcoming holiday season will be a busy one for Verizon, given their upcoming release of handsets that will definitely cause those who are looking for a new phone to ponder for more than a moment. Most importantly, the...
After much waiting and stalking, here is a spy shot of the upcoming RAZR from Motorola - the i9. Hopefully this handset will be able to help Motorola stem the bleeding tide and reverse their fortunes where handsets are...
iPhone and iPod touch users will now have yet another piece of software to toy around with, courtesy of Berkley Integrated Audio Software (BIAS) who recently launched the iPro Recorder. This application is perfect for recording instant voice memos,...
Samsung seems to be big on dual SIM card handsets for markets located outside of China, but I personally do not know anyone who carries dual SIM handsets (probably because my circle of friends is pretty limited). Still, that...
One glance at the LG Reveal and you can tell that this is a cell phone which caters more toward the female demographic by virtue of its design. This clamshell looks more like a make-up compact instead of a...
Ericsson has managed to touch the magical 100Mbps mark in its Long Term Evolution (LTE) tests where its cellular data gear are concerned, where 2.6GHz base stations and commercial antennas managed to achieve 170Mbps in raw throughput thanks to...
Google Earth is now available on the iPhone and it's a long dream that just became reality for those who worked on the project since its inception, says Peter Birch, Google's earth product manager. "This is the first opportunity...
The HP mini 1000 comes out of hiding and appears in the HP shopping site. Here's the info present on the website: 2.25Lbs Less than 1" thick Pricing starts at 399 Unfortunately, the link doesn't lead to more details,...
Charlie Miller of Independent Security Evaluators in Baltimore told the New York Times hat he was able to redirect the G1's web browser to a malicious web site. Google responded that they knew of the problem, but that inherent...
Kevin Michaluk over at Crackberry gets a close and personal look at the BlackBerry Storm. A notable feature is the SurePress touchscreen, where you touch to highlight a target then press inward to select or activate a menu item....
[Image removed] Earlier this year we mentioned Tesla's new baby the Model S , but we didn't have a visual on the sporty sedan. The all-electric Model S developed completely by Tesla, is not only looking slick, but sporting some...
Apple developers should be happy this weekend. Apple Insider says the devs were provided with new test release of an iPhone software update. They received the iPhone Software 2.2 beta 2 along with a new version of the iPhone...



