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November 14, 2009

High Voltage Line Robot

Fiddling with high-voltage power lines is certainly a dangerous job, especially for humans. With that in mind, a Tokyo-based company, HiBot, is working with western Japan’s Kansai Electric Power Co. to test a new robot next year that can...

Apple Looking For In-house Game Developer

Folks who have been wanting to join Apple will want to sit up and take notice of Apple’s latest job listing. The advertisement seeks a full time employee with 3-4 years of video game development experience. Candidates will need...

Transborder Immigrant Tool

The Transborder Immigrant Tool will certainly be something that the US government will frown upon. The system, created by Ricardo Dominguez, will help folks from are trying to sneak into the country from the Mexican border. By adding a...

Google To Improve The Net (Again) With SPDY

Google is certainly busy trying to improve the Internet, and next on its agenda seems to be SPDY, what looks like Google’s idea of a replacement for HTTP. SPDY is able to handle multiple streams of data at once...

Auto Holy Water Dispenser

Do you think that Swine Flu is still a dangerous issue? Well, the folks at the Catholic Church do too, and it’s probably with that in mind that they’ve installed what can be described as a hands free dispenser...

ML8110 Mechless Mobile Audio iPod Dock

We’ve seen many iPod docks over the years, but the XML8110 Mechless Mobile Audio system is certainly a unique one. It combines a full-fledged iPod docking station with a car stereo. At a glance, it looks like a fairly...

Windows 7 Product Activation Bypassed

We all know that it was only a matter of time before the antipiracy protection in Windows 7 would be bypassed, so it shouldn’t come as a surprise to anyone to hear the news that some savvy folks how...

AMD Breaks 7GHZ Barrier

While most people out there are talking about Intel’s Core i5 or i7, let’s not forget about AMD’s Phenom II processor. As can be seen in the picture above, some folks have managed to break the 7GHz barrier with...

Xbox Modders Working To Circumvent Ban

If you are one of the many Xbox Live users who were banned from the service, don’t give up hope just yet. It seems that some modders, probably the folks who modded your Xbox which resulted in the ban,...

Samsung Corby Bluetooth Headset WEP490

It seems that Samsung doesn’t want the its Corby phones to feel lonely, and that’s probably why the company has come up with the WEP490 Corby Bluetooth headset, available in various color schemes to match the Corby phones. The...

Is Nokia Considering Buying Palm?

Rumors always seem to do amazing things to stocks, and it seems that Palm’s stock has been positively affected by the latest rumors, rising by 8% amidst speculation that the company may be bought out by Nokia. You have...

Cigarette Pack Phone

You may really love your Marlboro lights, but we seriously doubt that you love them enough to be willing to purchase a cigarette-box-phone (if that's what you call it). This phone is a dual-band GSM device, has a 1.6-inch...

Cram Your Chumby Into Another Casing

Do you have some Chumby Guts lying around your house with nothing else better to do? Well, you could always cram it into the shipping box that your Chumby came in and make it into a really cool DIY...


BlackBerry App World To Allow Carrier Billing

RIM looks like it's trying to make its App World seriously challenge Apple's AppStore, and RIM CEO has announced that users will be able to buy apps off App World and have it billed directly to their carrier's bill....

Palm Pre Coming To Mexico

Looking to get a Palm Pre to use in the US? Well, if you're willing to make a trip to Mexico, you could. Specifically, Mexico's Telcel will be getting the Palm Pre on November 27th. Of course, with the...

November 13, 2009

Bellperre luxury phones use plenty of wood

Bellperre is mentioned in the same breath as Mobiado and Vertu, as it offers luxury materials used in its handsets. Well, this time round they are taking are a more natural route by including wood on its external chassis,...

Renault concept spa in a car

Renault makes cars, everyone knows that, but how about spas? That ought to get you to sit up for a moment. Having teamed up with cosmetics manufacturer Biotherm, their partnership has yielded the Zoe Z.E. electric car concept that...

Bolt Interactive Pet Laser Toy

Pets do get bored too, you know. Since you have your Sony PSP and Xbox 360 to keep you entertained, how about Garfield who yearns for some mental activity? The Bolt Interactive Pet Laser Toy might come in handy,...

COOLe8900-2 HTC Snap clone

The folks at Shanzai have done it again with a HTC Snap clone this time round, known as the COOLe8900-2 . This smartphone will be powered by Mediatek's turnkey platform, accompanied by a 2.2" display at 240 × 320...

Map Hole guidance tool concept

The humble manhole is literally spat upon during its daily existence, but things could change in the future as folks pay more respect to it, assuming it comes in the form of the Map Hole concept. This concept is...

Skyhook helps enhance GPS performance

Skyhook aims to improve GPS performance on your S60-powered smartphone with its latest plug-in known as Maps Booster. Maps Booster will hook into the Location sub-system in Symbian OS and adds WiFi-based location services, making it a boon when...

Vodafone obtains Nokia E72 exclusivity

Vodafone has picked up exclusive access to the Nokia E72 smartphone in the UK until 2010, which ought to keep business-oriented folks on their toes as they ponder on whether to wait even longer until the iPhone arrives on...

Peugeot HYbrid 3 Evolution Scooter concept

Going green seems to be all the rage, and this fact is not lost on Peugeot with their HYbrid 3 Evolution Scooter concept. Capable of producing low emissions and running on a hybrid engine, this mode of transportation is...

ViewSonic V901 smartphone to hit China

China will be getting their hands on yet another Windows Mobile 6.5 smartphone in the form of the ViewSonic V901. This handset will be powered by a Marvell PXA310 processor, accompanied by 128MB RAM, 256MB ROM, a 3.6" 480...

Polpettek wireless projector and speaker set

The Polpettek wireless projector and speaker set offers something new, although it might not look too kosher for some faiths. These speakers come with magnetized feet, allowing you to stack them into a singular, multi-channel speaker if you so...

Luxury capsule hotel concept

You know those capsule hotels in Japan that cost an exorbitant price just for a night's sleep? Well, it has been given an overhaul in terms of design thanks to product designer Fumie Shibata whose concept will be known...

DIY water purifier

Why waste money on a water purifier from an appliance store when you can do it yourself? A 68-year-old retired engineer did just that, using a plastic bottle with a magnet to remove from the water surplus of some...

PhoneSuit Primo Micro Battery Pack

So you've got an iPhone which has been serving you well for a long time now, but you really wish it came with a longer lasting battery. The PhoneSuit Primo Micro Battery Pack is here to help you out,...

Windows 7 hacked

It is but a matter of time before the key antipiracy protections built into Windows 7 were hacked, and notifications that require users to activate their copy of Windows 7 within 30 days can now be turned off. This...

Faux Wood Sceptre LCD HDTV

Want to introduce the warmth of wood into your home? You can do so with the Faux Wood Sceptre 46? LCD HDTV, also known by its model number as the X46BE-1080P. Boasting full HD resolution, this LCD TV comes...

BrailleNote Apex

The BrailleNote Apex will target the blind/visually impaired as it helps one take notes, running off Windows CE 6. Just like most other netbooks out there, this one will be powered by an Intel Atom processor, aided by 8GB...

Hallods F43 portable media player

The Hallods F43 portable media player holds the distinction of being one of the pioneer PMPs in Japan to feature a 4.3 display with a 1,280 x 720 resolution, coupled with a microSDHC memory card slot to further augment...

Samsung N510 pre-orders taken

Pre-orders for the Samsung N510 have been taken recently, where this NVIDIA ION-powered netbook will also come with some beefy specifications such as an Intel Atom 1.66GHz processor, 2GB RAM, a 250GB hard drive, Wi-Fi N connectivity, Bluetooth support,...

LG to release more watch phones

LG is stoked about watch phones, and the company is currently working on releasing more of those "wristsets" apart from the GD910. No other details were provided by LG, however, so it remains to be seen whether the new...

FCC looks at Mobinnova Beam

The Mobinnova Beam has made a trip to the FCC, where it has been listed in the FCC database with a device ID of BEAMATT. Apart from the confirmation that it might make it Stateside, we don't have any...

Sony could integrate TransferJet into Memory Stick Pro cards

Word has it that Sony recently applied with the FCC concerning its AK8MSJX8G, which is basically the MS-JX8G Memory Stick Duo card. What makes this MS Duo card interesting is the fact that it will be associated with the...

Peugeot Has A New Electric Car

Looking to go green with your vehicle? Well, check out Peugeot’s new electric car, the BB1, which is branded as a half scooter and half car. It’ll fit four folks if you need it to. Perhaps we’ll all be...

40 To 50 New Apple Stores In 2010

It seems that 2009 has certainly been a good year for Apple and the company is probably planning to make 2010 even better. As you can probably guess, for starters, Apple’s senior vice president of retail has announced that...

iMAT from SkyCross Looks Promising

Many notebooks in the market nowadays sport Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. This is well and good, but the antenna for those modules have always been a problem. Chipset manufacturers are capable of coming up with the chips, but having the...

Google Acquires VoIP Company Gizmo5

Google has officially confirmed that it has acquired the VoIP company Gizmo5. While there isn’t any official price listed as of now, but word on the Internet claim that it could have been for $30 million. This action will...

UV Toothbrush Sanitizer Case

While this isn’t the kinetic energy powered UV toothbrush that we brought to your attention a few days ago, it’s probably good enough for most people who are worried about the hygiene of toothbrushes. This USB-powered gadget will allow...

Electric Shock LIghtning Reaction Game

Here’s a slightly disturbing game. If you like playing with electricity and getting shocked, then the $32 Electric Shock Lightning Reaction is probably at the top of your Christmas wish list. Everybody just has to grab a controller, press...

Yamaha Debuts New Stereos

Yamaha has announced 2 new mini audio systems that support the iPhone and iPod, namely the MCR-140 and MCR-040. The MCR-140 is rather unique because that it can playback music from and iPod wirelessly through Yamaha’s proprietary yAired standard,...

Android-powered Moto MT710 For China

Nobody can deny that Motorola’s Droid is riding an amazing wave of popularity, and we’re certainly happy for the big M. It seems that Motorola isn’t going to stop with just the Droid, as it’s planning to launch the...

Google Docs To Catch Up With MSOffice

Will Google be launching a serious assault against Microsoft Office in 2010? Well, from the information gleaned from a recent interview with president of Google’s enterprise division, Dave Girouard, it certainly seems like the company intends to try. While...

NASA Chemical Sensor For Your iPhone

It seems that more and more folks are jumping on the iPhone bandwagon, and since NASA has already released an iPhone app, it shouldn’t be too surprising to see that NASA has come up with something else for the...

USB Neck Massage Scarf

We mentioned to you a short while ago that everything would have a USB connector in the future, and now we’ve managed to dig up a multi-purpose USB neck massager that can be worn around your neck, keeping it...

Dell Mini 3 Smartphone Goes Official

When the Dell Mini 3 hit the FCC not too long ago, everybody pretty much knew that Dell would be releasing the smartphone sooner rather than later. Of course, FCC report or not, it’s always good to get a...

Pioneer TAD-D600 Looks Awesome

Some devices are just built sexy, and Pioneer’s TAD-D600 looks like it certainly fits that mold. Of course, just looking good often isn’t enough, and this SACD and CD play boasts a 192kHz/24 DA Converter, an UPCG Master Clock...

YouTube To Support 1080p Videos

With more and more devices supporting video capture of up to 1080p, it’s no surprise to get an announcement from YouTube stating that the site will allow users to upload 1080p HD video content without limiting playback to a...

Invisibility Cloak Moving Closer To Reality

Dreaming about an invisibility cloak after watching Harry Potter? Well, it seems that while we don’t have an actual invisibility cloak just yet, researchers are certainly moving closer to making it a reality (and hopefully mass production!) The folks...

Walky for the iPhone

Yuta Sugiura alongside his fellow colleagues at the Graduate School of Media Design, Keio University, recently came up with a totally radical control scheme for robots and virtual characters, dubbing it Walky for the iPhone. You will of course...

PSPGo hacked by Team Typhoon

The Sony PSPGo has been hacked by Team Typhoon with custom 6.1 firmware to boot. Here's what the hacked PSPGo looks like in the video above, alongside an excerpt from the person who uploaded the video. This video is...

Rumors of BlackBerry 9900 and WebKit-based browser

Word concerning the upcoming BlackBerry 9900 and WebKit-based browser have been going around, where the former looks set to be a touchscreen slider handset that will most likely resemble that of the Storm2 and another of RIM's non-touch QWERTY...

Sony Vaio X Harder To Assemble Than MacBook Air

We all know that Sony is able to come up with some really sleek and pretty looking laptops, and the company favors a lot of proprietary technology, such as the Memory Stick. It looks like the Vaio X is...

AT&T offers OS 4.6.0.304 for BlackBerry Bold 9000

AT&T has just rolled out OS 4.6.0.304 for BlackBerry Bold 9000 for their subscribers, and while it isn't 5.0, at least AT&T puts in some effort to keep up with the rest of the competition with the whole "room...

Sega Genesis emulator on PSPGo

The Sony PSPGo hasn't exactly broken sales charts to date, but that doesn't mean it does not deserve good things coming its way. The Sony handheld console has been hacked to make it more likeable, where it now features...

LED dress set to wow

Want to get a dress that is guaranteed to give you top billing at the next social engagement? Why not try on this LED dress for size, where it comes with 24,000 full color, super thin LEDs coupled with...

Super Talent CompactFlash media cards

Super Talent has rolled out a new bunch of CompactFlash media cards that are able to run at 450X, 533X and 600X speeds, capable of hitting read/write speeds of up to 90MB/s. They will come in 8GB, 16GB, 32GB...

Picsay Gives Moto Droid Multitouch

Some of you may be rather miffed that some variants of the Motorola Droid don’t support multitouch, despite the device having a capacitive display. Fortunately the community seems to have come to the restore, and this time in the...

Cool Rider Cooler Than Segway?

The Cool Rider certainly doesn’t look anything like a Segway, but it probably would fall into the personal transportable category of vehicles. Armed with a battery powered motor capable of hitting 12mph, the Cool Rider isn’t too much of...

USB Shoe Dryer Dries Your Shoes

It really seems like it’s a matter of time before everything in this world has a USB connector attached to it. So what is the next item to have a USB plug attached to it? Well, how about a...

Palm Treo 650 runs on Android

The Palm Treo 650 is an ancient smartphone by any means, but that doesn't mean it still cannot be tweaked as in this case. This Treo 650 has been modified to run on Android, and it remains a mystery...

VIA MID does Windows XP and Android

So we've seen a device that runs on Windows CE and Android just a couple of posts back, but here's another one that does Windows XP and Android simultaneously. The VIA MID will be powered by a 500MHz VIA...

Hikari iFrame unveiled

NTT has just unveiled its Hikari iFrame, an Android-powered tablet that supposedly not only handles all your portable computing needs, it also functions as a digital picture frame when the situation calls for it. You get a 7" touchscreen...

MenQ EasyPC E790

The MenQ EasyPC E790 offers something different from other netbooks, as it not only runs on Windows CE but supports Android as well. Best of all is, the $80 price point is something worth checking out, where you get...

New Corsair Flash Survivor GT USB flash drives

It is Friday the 13th today, and while some of us out there who are worried about running into a whole lot of bad luck, here's some good news - Corsair has announced two new Flash Survivor GT USB...

Eco-Twinkle Light concept

Eco–Twinkle Light concept intends to leave a future for our kids assuming it is actually produced at manufacturing lines from a factory. Why do we say so? Well, it comes with a hand crank that allows you to juice...

Toyota working on new Prius

Toyota's Prius has been a best seller since its inception, with more and more people gaining more awareness about going green. Well, the world's No. 1 automaker is now working on a larger version of its popular Prius hybrid...

Qualcomm parades smartbook

Qualcomm CEO Paul Jacobs has lifted the curtain on their first Snapdragon-powered smartbook which will arrive Stateside today. The hardware is provided by Lenovo while AT&T will be the carrier of choice. With the Qualcomm Snapdragon platform running within,...

Sony KDL-ZX Series could debut at CES 2010

Sony's KDL-ZX Series of OLED TVs looks likely to be introduced at CES 2010, although nothing is confirmed yet as at press time. OLED TVs are still far from becoming mainstream due to the prohibitive price point, but with...

EyeWriter project

The EyeWriter project might not be finished just yet, as it is still undergoing a concerted research effort to help folks who are suffering from ALS, with the assistance of creative technologies. The members involved are Members of Free...

Google Chrome OS to launch within the week

Google's Chrome first made an appearance as a speedy Web browser, and while it won't take on IE like how Firefox has done, Google has further enhanced the brand name by announced a Chrome OS recently. Word has it...

Sony VGP-BMS80 VAIO Bluetooth Laser Mouse

Phew - what a mouthful, at least that's what we think about the Sony's VGP-BMS80 VAIO Bluetooth Laser Mouse. This device doesn't look as though it was designed by the folks at Sony, but it does pack in technology...

Innovative Converged Devices roll out Vega

Innovative Converged Devices, also known as ICD in short, has announced their very own tablet known as VEGA, where it will come in sizes ranging from 7" to 11" and 15", boasting a simple yet svelte design. Armed with...

Bing Goes Official In The UK

It seems like Microsoft doesn’t plan on letting Bing hang around “beta” status forever, unlike Google’s Gmail (which took forever to come out of beta). Microsoft has officially launched Bing in the UK. Will Bing be able to overtake...

November 12, 2009

LEGO Stop Animation Camera

Are you a big fan of stop animation movies? You can now shoot you own Stop Animation Videos with the LEGO Stop Animation Camera. Of course, this doesn't mean you can't do so with other cameras, but the very...

NEC green power strip

NEC has a heart for the future with their new power strip that boasts an integrated processor and sensor, working in tandem with a remote control that is said to reduce power consumption by up to 15% and above....

Cellphone diagnoses cough

We were raised to cover our mouths with a hand whenever we cough, but that could very well change in the future as acoustic vocalization analysis software is included in cellphones. All you need to do is cough into...

Wireless Keyboard HTPC Remote

The Wireless Keyboard HTPC Remote does look like a kind of cellphone at first glance, but this remote controls your computer with a built-in QWERTY keyboard and a touchpad for easy navigation, although we would like to have seen...

Portable Air Hockey

Instead of spending time gossiping by the water cooler during a coffee break, why not give the Portable Air Hockey a shot instead? This portable version comes with an integrated fan within the pick, enabling it to float across...

Acer H243HXB 24-inch monitor

Acer has rolled out its 24" H243HXB LCD monitor that will lean towards SOHO professionals and media users who want a high-end large screen display without any compromise. In this case, you will get full HD resolution support alongside...

LED Susan has colored temperature indicator

No idea on just how hot the water is coming through your tap? Instead of suffering unwanted scalds, why not install the LED Susan in your home? This unique faucet comes with a color temperature indicator that conveys the...

Windows 7 and Ubuntu dual-boot

Who would've thought that Windows 7 and Ubuntu are able to live together in harmony? There's a way to set up your dual boot machine in order to obtain benefits from both sides without missing a beat. All you...

Palm Pixi goes for $30

The Palm Pixi, when priced at $100, isn't exactly that enticing when pitted against its larger sibling known as the Pre, but Walmart clearly does the handset justice with a $30 price point for the Palm Pixi via its...

Mio Hammer V700 GPS navigation system

Mio's latest Hammer V700 GPS navigation system ought to be out from today onwards, featuring what might possibly be the longest windshield mount to date, where it comes with a 7" display at 800 x 480 resolution, coupled with...

Didgeridoo modified electronically

Kyle Evans has taken his technical know how to heavily modify this didgeridoo. I created this instrument to experiment in the combination of the organic sound qualities of a didgeridoo with the advanced signal processing capabilities of modern computer...

Incase Topo Frame Case

Incase has introduced its Topo Frame Case that caters for the second- and third-generation iPod touch. This hybrid will bring together both a lightweight hardshell back panel and flex-fit, injection-molded edges for a secure, protective fit and added grip....

Chumby One introduced

Chumby has taken the Classic model by upgrading it, resulting in the Chumby One which will be zippier in its operation thanks to a 454MHz processor, coupled with an integrated FM tuner, a physical volume knob, a microSD memory...

Neiman Marcus Limited Edition Mission One Electric Sports Motorcycle

The current credit crunch not affecting you one bit? Then the Neiman Marcus Limited Edition Mission One Electric Sports Motorcycle might be just the set of wheels for you. Built on a similar concept to that of the original...

Panasonic MW-10 now out Stateside

We first saw the Panasonic MW-10 announced earlier sometime last month, where it was available in Japan only, but good news for those who have been hankering after it since, as it is now available Stateside for a cool...

Samsung will not ditch Symbian completely

While we talked about Samsung adopting its own Bada mobile operating system for future handsets yesterday, this doesn't mean that Samsung will drop the Symbian platform completely, as they will continue to cooperate with the group Symbian group. We're...

mPower Emergency Illuminator

While most of us who run annual checks on our emergency supplies at home such as torchlights will find that the batteries need replacing after a while even when the device has not been used, the mPower Emergency Illuminator...

Vestax Spin targets wannabe DJs

Always aspired to be a spinmeister at the hottest clubs in town? While you might not be able to hit such lofty heights, you can always attempt to live out your dreams on something more concrete compared to DJ...

TomTom offers update for iPhone navigation app

TomTom will be offering updates for its iPhone navigation app that is currently awaiting approval from Apple for it to debut on the App Store. This new update, should it be approved successfully, will feature advanced lane guidance, text-to-speech,...

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Xbox 360 console ban is irreversible

Xbox 360 owners who found themselves cut off from Microsoft's Xbox Live service are on the path of no return as they will need to purchase a whole new console if they ever want to get their online action...

Thanko Dinosaur Warmer Slipper

Thanko knows that for most of us, the cold chill of the winter could get rather unbearable at times, which is why they've come up with a slew of USB warming devices in the past. Fast forward to today...

Teclast C510HD portable media player

Teclast's latest C510HD portable media player has just arrived in the market, where you get a 5" display alongside support for 1080p video playback, HDMI connectivity, and compability with just about all the popular video formats of today. Available...

Wistron working on new e-paper display device

Wistron is currently on working on a new handheld device that will measure no larger than 6" across diagonally where screen size is concerned, where it will boast a flexible e-paper display from Polymer Vision. While the new device...

Casio IT-800 RGC-35 industrial PDA

Casio has a new industrial PDA for the masses - the IT-800 RGC-35 which ought to be able to handle a whole lot of knocks without suffering from a performance decline. It wil feature a 3.7" VGA display alongside...

Eye-Fi updates with FTP upload support

Eye-Fi has updated their line of Share, Share Video, Explore Video and Pro memory cards to include FTP upload support, although this will be limited to the JPEG format only alongside videos. This new FTP option will be listed...

Telescoping Ladder uses little storage space

The Telescoping Ladder introduces a new way to store your stuff in the attic, as it is able to stretch from an extremely compact 2.5 feet during storage to a whopping 12.5 feet in height. Makes us wonder why...

Fujitsu Office Delivery Robot

Fujitsu has teamed up with the Yokohama National University and the University of Electro-Communications when it comes to developing an Office Delivery Robot. This bad boy is able to carry up items that weigh up to 20kg, relying on...

Boxee Box in the works

Hear ye! Hear ye! The Boxee Box in currently being developed and prepared for commercial release after the launch of the public alpha for Mac/Linux in January at CES earlier this year. Here's what the blog post has to...

Pricing for BlackBerry 9700 and Samsung Behold II unveiled

A ninja managed to snag pricing sheets of the BlackBerry 9700 and Samsung Behold II, where the former will cost you $449.99 or $22.50 monthly without a contract, while those who prefer to sign up for a 2-year deal...

Sharp BD-HDS43 Blu-ray and HDD combo

Sharp's latest Blu-ray and hard drive combo comes in the form of the BD-HDS43 which also comes with a single digital and analog TV tuners, coupled with a 320GB hard drive to store all your recorded video. It will...

Flash 10.1 to arrive on WebOS phones

Adobe has announced that Flash 10.1 will be available for the Palm WebOS platform from the first half of 2010 onwards, which is better late than never. At least it will be earlier (at press time anyways) compared to...

Xitrix TravelPro M-10 netbook

Xitrix of the Philippines has outed their own netbook, the TravelPro M-10 which offers the same old specifications, including an Intel Atom N270 1.6GHz processor, Wi-Fi N and Bluetooth 2.1 connectivity alongside Windows 7 Starter Edition. Apart from that,...

Spore doorbells add character to home

Forget about all the other doorbells once you've laid your eyes on these 5 doorbell designs from Seattle-based Spore. All 5 designs offer a range of color and finish options, where most of them boast integrated LED lighting for...

ViewSonic VPC08 phone

ViewSonic doesn't just do LCD monitors, it seems they're into the world of cellphones as well with the VPC08 that boasts a 4.3" touchscreen display, a QWERTY keyboard, 8GB of internal memory and 512MB RAM, all powered by an...

Appstand offers picture frame solution for iPhone

The iPhone is a handset that is pretty nice to look at all by itself, but what happens when you decide to turn it into your own digital picture frame? That can be accomplished with the Appstand, where $20...

PSP Go undergoes survey for new colors

Nintendo is the master when it comes to introducing new colors for the same handheld, selling millions of units in the process. This is a fact that is not lost on Sony so far, with the Japanese company conducting...

Casio Exilim EX-FS10 helps with your swing

Not all digital cameras are built alike - the Casio Exilim EX-FS10 offers something different as this model comes with software that will help golfers analyze their current posture in order to improve one's swing. While helping you lower...

iBuyPower Batallion 101 W870CU notebook

iBuyPower more or less deals with powerful desktops for gaming, but this time round they're taking a shot at the gaming notebook market with their first Core i7 notebook known as the Batallion 101 W870CU. This model will boast...

Apple with new patent application

Another day, another new patent application from Apple - this time round one that points toward a superior handwriting and input recognition via pen. This new system will comprehend complex "ink information" that is created from a pen-like stylus....

Sharp ships new CMOS camera module

Sharp has started to ship what is deemed to be the thinnest auto-focus, 5-megapixel CMOS camera module. Measuring slightly more than 0.25" thick, this module comes with a flat-screen lens and high-density design for its auto-focusing CMOS sensor. This...

DirectUS Rear View Mirror Sports GPS

GPS equipped rear view mirrors are always interesting, and this DirectUS GPS mirror doesn’t disappoint either. It sports a 4-inch touchscreen display that sits alongside your mirror. Aside from that, it also sports Bluetooth for handsfree calling, and has...

Nintendo DSi Studio Kit

While not many people would use the Nintendo DSi’s built-in camera for photography, that doesn’t mean you can’t have some fun with it. The DSi Studio Kit allows you to add a removable flash, wide angle, macro and telephone...

Ice Tube Clock Kit

Want to own a cool looking clock that will set you apart from the rest? Well, the Ice Tube Clock will certainly help you in that direction. One look at the Russian-made, 9-digit, vacuum florescent display (VFD) and folks...

FANCY Adn GAUDI Video Cameras

Green-house certainly picked a rather apt name for its GAUDI video cameras, though we’re not too sure about FANCY. Based on the exterior, it’s most likely that these video cameras are aimed at the fairer sex. They certainly are...

Sanyo Launches New Contactless Wii Charger

At a glance, you might think that this is the Eneloop Wii that we brought to your attention last year. While it boasts the same similar contactless charging concept, however, when you look closer, you’ll notice that it has...

Will We Have LED Tattoos In The Future?

Thanks to the wonders of technology, researchers have been able to build thin, flexible silicon electronics on silk substrates that almost completely dissolve inside the body, and in English, it means that we might be looking at LED tattoos...

Motorola Droid Dissected

A lot of folks out there are still drooling over the Motorola Droid, and wondering whether they should get some. The folks over at iFixIt on the other hand, were busy taking one of the units apart, and fortunately...

Ultrasn0w v0.92 Now Released

For fans of ultrasn0w, the iPhone Dev Team has just released an updated version of the ultrasn0w iPhone unlock. This new version will address the problem where iPhones on the 3.1.x firmware and baseband 04.26 will result in the...

Nuvifone M20 Gets Windows Mobile 6.5

Folks who currently own a Garmin nüvifone M20 will certainly be happy to hear that Garmin and Asus have announced the availability of a Windows Mobile 6.5 software upgrade for the device. With the latest update, users will be...

UV Toothbrush Uses Kinetic Energy

Now here’s a nifty idea. Many folks insist that toothbrushes should be sterilized, after all, if you don’t, your toothbrush could become a breeding ground for all sorts of nasty bacteria. This concept toothbrush will harness the kinetic energy...

Shocking Liar Encourages You To Be Truthful

Now here’s something fun that you could bring along with you to a friend’s house. The Shocking Liar is a device that works as a lie detector, and instead of sounding the alarm bells when you lie, it gives...

iPhone Facebook Developer Quits

While Apple would probably rather we focus on its introduction of a more transparent progress report for App Store submissions, most folks are probably going to focus on a complaint from Joe Hewitt. If you’re wondering who he is,...

Pink Dottie Video Recorder

Pink and white polka dots might not appeal to everyone, but if you’re looking for something along those lines, the Pink Dottie Take-It Video Camcorder is probably up your street. The camcorder features a color LCD, direct USB connector,...

App Store Approval To Be More Transparent

Developers who are churn out apps for Apple’s App Center will certainly be rejoicing at this new. Word on the street is that Apple’s Development Center website has added the ability for developers to track the status of their...

Green Grassy Mouse

You’ve seen a mouse made from bamboo before, but what about a mouse covered with grass? It seems that Japanese artist Hanaoka is quite fond of grass, and has come up with many grass-related items over the years. 50%...

Is The PS3 Getting A Facebook Client?

Could Sony’s PS3 be getting a Facebook client in the next firmware update? There’s no official word on it just yet, but leaked screenshots of a PS3 interface show a Facebook icon. Apparently the picture came from Sony UK’s...

Windows 7 Took Some Hints From MacOS?

Word is going around the Internet that Microsoft’s partner group manager, Simon Aldous, stated that try tried to imitate the Mac look and feel with Windows 7. Specifically, sources online quote him saying “What we've tried to do with...

Kindle Criticized By The Blind

While Kindle is gaining more and more acceptance all over the place, it isn’t without its own problems. One of the problems Kindle is facing is that accessing the audiobook function rather difficult for the visually impaired, mainly because...

Dell Introduces Its Zino HD

With everybody busy mounting an assault on Apple’s iPhone, it looks like Dell hasn’t ignored Apple’s Mac mini, as can be seen by Dell’s Zino HD. As its name indicates, the Zino HD sports a HD-capable integrated graphics, HDMI...

November 11, 2009

Broncho A1 spotted

The Broncho A1 is a relatively unknown device that runs on the Google Android operating system as well, complete with a full touchscreen display and all. While there are no further details available concerning its hardware specifications, we can...

Didget system for the Nintendo DS

Nintendo DS owners will find another use for their highly versatile portable console, with a new game developed for that platform that aims to help diabetic children monitor their condition. Known as the Didget system, it was specially designed...

Meizu M8 hacked to run Android

The Meizu M8 is the iPhone killer that never was, but perhaps with this fan-inspired hack, it could finally live up to a semblance of its full potential? Modified to run Google's Android operating system, it will be interesting...

ONN V9 portable media player

ONN's V9 portable media player is no slouch when it comes to packing in as much performance as possible into a small body, as it handles 1080p video over its 7" display at 800 x 480 resolution with aplomb....

Willcom Hybrid W-Zero phone

Willcom has unveiled its latest Hybrid W-Zero handset, also known by its model number as the WS027SH. This model will boast PHS and W-CDMA (3.5G) connectivity, playing nice with HSUPA 7.2Mbps. Powered by Windows Mobile 6.5, the Hybrid W-Zero...

TweetDeck for iPhone

Twitter fans will be pleased to know that TweetDeck has now made it to the iPhone platform with version 1.1.1 being made available, offering new features such as :- Video tweeting via integration with 12 seconds Facebook integration (updates,...

MI-O Cell Phone Cradle concept

Check out the MI-O Cell Phone Cradle concept that helps keep the phone close enough to the socket while wrapping the charger wire in a neat fashion around its expandable wings to prevent clutter from building up on your...

T-Mobile ships Jet modem and T-Mobile Tap

T-Mobile has started to ship its webConnect Jet modem and T-Mobile Tap handset, where the former will hook up to T-Mobile's 3G network while offering access to T-Mobile's Wi-Fi hotspots when the situation calls for it. Apart from that,...

BigShot digital camera kit

Want to get your kid started in the wonderful world of engineering? The BigShot digital camera kit might come in handy, as the product excerpt states below. The camera gives us a powerful means to express ourselves and communicate...

Mobile DTV tuner for cars now available

Concept Enterprises has finally made its $499 Mobile DTV tuner for cars available, where it will arrive sometime early this December. This device will offer the ability to obtain clean reception of live, local simulcast TV content in a...

Purikura Moving-Photo

Takara Tomy has unveiled their latest offering, the Purikura Moving-Photo compact and girly designed camera which will sport a 2-megapixel camera module, accompanied by a 2.36” LCD display, 1GB memory and a microSD memory card slot. This allows you...

Netbook hackintosh 10.6.2. fix in the works

It goes without saying that the killing of Atom processor support in the Snow Leopard 10.6.2 update by Apple was an unpopular move, but good news abounds. A computer genius is working on a hackintosh 10.6.2 fix that ought...

OutRun arcade cabinet turned into car

Truth might be stranger than fiction, and this adage holds true with the OutRun arcade cabinet that has been transformed into a car thanks to Garnet Hertz of the Pasadena Art Center College of Design. He has already installed...

AMD Fusion CPU/GPU chip coming in 2011

Fusion, the codename for the CPU/GPU integration at AMD, and the justification for buying ATI for $5.6B in the first place, will be product in 2011 says Rick Bergman (general manager of Products at AMD). The family of chips...

Nokia 3806 to hit China

Just like the Nokia 6316s that will arrive in China, so will the new Nokia 3806 as this simple candybar handset will not boast 3G connectivity, although it will come with a 2.2" display at 320 x 240 resolution...

Bang & Olufsen BeoVision 7 hits 55 inches

Bang & Olufsen's BeoVision 7 has now hit the magical 55" mark, where its previous effort managed just 40" for folks in North America. This flagship LCD video system's enlarged viewing area will offer customers more options and enhanced...

Amex Digital offers Mac Mini Blu-ray Drive Upgrade Kit

While Apple isn't going to throw its weight behind the Blu-ray format just yet, that doesn't mean everyone else is doing nothing, with Amex Digital rolling out the new Blu-ray Drive Upgrade Kit. Also known as the BD-UG1, it...

Project Natal to launch earlier than expected

Word has it that Microsoft's Project Natal will be rolling out earlier than expected, where 5 million manufactured Natals would be prepared for a worldwide launch in November 2010, where some of them will be standalone releases while others...

Sanyo Eneloop Stick Booster

I know plenty of people who have Eneloop batteries from Samsung, and they just rock my boat as I use them for my digital camera, Wiimotes and other various devices around the home. Well, the brand has just expanded...

Samsung P2770HD offers integrated TV tuner

Samsung's SyncMaster P2770HD weighs in at 27" in size, while boasting a variety of options within that ought to keep any audiophile happy. Why so, you ask? Well, it comes with an integrated TV tuner, an HDMI input, a...

3D gaming with Zune HD firmware update (with video!)

The latest Zune HD 4.3 firmware update will now offer support for future 3D games and applications, alongside an auto-suggest feature that ought to make text input less of a pain. Those are the two main additions, while there...

ZyXEL MWR222 Mobile Wireless Router

ZyXEL has announced its MWR222 Mobile Wireless Router, where this highly portable device enables individuals and business travelers to gain high-speed Internet access just about anywhere they are, subject to signal strength, of course. The rugged, pocket-sized MWR222 is...

Nokia forward looking with new concepts

Nokia looks forward into the mobile future, specifically in 2015, where a possible device could come with location sharing capability, face recognition, projection keyboards, a dual-display netbook alongside a modular system that allows one to switch passport data between...

SK Telecom could roll out Android 2.0 devices next year

SK Telecom looks set to release a slew of Android 2.0 smartphones next year, where they will comprise of both Samsung and LG hardware. Theoretically, SK Telecom could also move the iPhone 3GS, but to sell two rivals from...

Kohjinsha PA unboxed

Our friends over at Pocketables have unboxed their Atom-powered Kohjinsha PA series, and here's some of their early thoughts. "...the bezel surrounding the unit's 4.8-inch touchscreen is too thick and cluttered with buttons/controls, but its convertible form factor, 32GB...

Sony Ericsson Xperia Pureness arrives on Canadian site

The Sony Ericsson Xperia Pureness has made appearance on the Canadian Sony Ericsson site, which points toward a release on a Canadian carrrier sometime down the road. That would probably mean a January 2010 launch if you're optimistic, but...

Walmart unveils holiday offer

Walmart will aim to help you stretch your holiday from November 14th onwards, offering a one-week offer on its range of BlackBerry smartphones from all four major carriers - AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile and Verizon Wireless. Purchase any BlackBerry at...

Microsoft Comes Up With Bing Video

Microsoft and Google seem to be competing more and more in the same market space, so it’ll certainly be interesting to see how things work out in the long run. Now it seems that MSN Video will be merged...

Hitachi EMIEW goes about on wheels

The Hitachi EMIEW (Excellent Mobility and Interactive Existence as Work-mate) moves about on its wheels, relying on technology that can be found in the Segway as well. This allows it to zip about robustly compared to bipedal robots, hitting...

SmartPill gets FDA nod

The SmartPill has received FDA approval, arriving in its second iteration. This device is meant to be used to evaluate one's constipation, measuring temperature and pH levels as it moves through the GI tract, while offering temporal-spacial analysis of...

Apple Beats Nokia In Phone Profits

When it comes to mobile phones, you don’t mess with Nokia, right? Well, it appears Apple’s iPhone is certainly powerful, as latest reports show that Apple overtook Nokia as the handset company with the highest total operating profit in...

Sharp 941SH Has An Amazing Resolution

We all know Sharp makes some pretty LCD displays, so it really shouldn’t be a surprise to anyone to see that kind of technology transfer to its mobile phones, right? The Sharp 941SH sports an insane resolution of 480...

BoEye Android Powered Tablet

The BoEye MID700 looks a little bit like a giant iPhone from China, which isn’t such a bad thing. It’s powered by Google’s Android, and has a front facing camera, sleek design, and should set you back about $300....

Twit Your Weight Online

It’s always great to see what folks can do with technology, but sometimes you just have to sit back and scratch your head in confusion. Withings has announced its new Wi-Fi Body Scale, which also works with Twitter. So...

DIY Palm Pre Car Mount

This is probably the coolest Palm Pre car mount out there. It’s basically Palm’s inductive Touchstone charger hooked up to the car battery, and stuck to the panel, allowing you to stick your Palm Pre there, and charge it...

Sleep Box Lets You Nap At Airports

How many times have you been at the airport, tired, and just wanting to get a quick (but comfortable) 40 winks? Well, the Sleep Box concept is trying to solve that problem for you. It’s a little booth, that...

Neoflash Neo Slim 3000

Looking for a PMP gaming device from Neoflash? Well, you can always check out the Neoflash Neo Slim 3000, which certainly doesn’t seem to skimp on features, such as: 3.5-inch TFT 320 x 240 display RM/RMVB, ASF, AVI, MP4, FLV...

First Android Wireless Digital Photo Frame

Want a cool and feature-rich digital photo frame? Well, the Grande Specchio by Martin Szekely might be just what you’re looking for, assuming you have a spare $650 to burn. To begin with, it’s powered by Google’s Android, making...

Updated Malware Based On Ikee iPhone Exploit

By now you’ve probably read of, heard of, or experienced the iPhone threat from ikee, which Rickrolls your iPhone (in a way) but changing the wallpaper of Jailbroken iPhones that have SSH installed and leave the root password unchanged....

Google To Offer Storage For Cheap

If you have been dreaming of extra storage space for your Gmail or Picasa accounts, then this is probably a great time to get some. Thanks to the price of storage dropping, and improvements to Google’s infrastructure, Google is...

Hacked Xboxes Get Cut Off From Xbox Live

In a move that certainly won’t go down well with a lot of people, Microsoft has started to cut off gamers from its Xbox Live service for modifying their consoles to play pirated games. It’s been estimated that as...

Samsung To Drop Symbian In 2010

In what will certainly be a painful blow to Symbian, Samsung’s senior VP, Don Joo Lee, has confirmed that the company will ditch Symbian from its smartphones in 2010, replacing it with the recently announced Bada. Samsung will continue...

HTC HD2 Dissected

Looking at the innards of a cell phone might not be for everybody, but for those of you who are ever curious and love to tinker, you’re welcome to check out more pictures of it. Do bear in mind...

Tissue Box Hidden Camera

You’ve seen many hidden cameras before, but most of them have a big weakness in the fact that the camera lens is exposed. The KJB SleuthGear Recluse looks like a tissue container on the outside, but houses said spy...

Mobile Phone Matryoshka Doll

Ever wanted a fun way to roughly show the evolution of mobile phones? Well, check out what designer Kyle Bean has come up with. It’s basically a Matryoshka doll, but instead of having an oval shaped girl, we’ve got...

Nokia 6316 Going To China

Thanks to the Bluetooth SIG, we know that Nokia is coming up with a CDMA version of the Nokia 6316 slide. The phone, which features CDMA 1xRTT EVDO will be heading towards China Telecom (in China, of course). Technical...

Paper Cup Wireless Communication Device

How’s this for taking a kid’s homemade toy and turning the concept into something cool and fun? Back in the days before every kid had their own cell phone, it was easy to try and make your own phone...

RC Car That Drives On Walls

Now here’s a remote controlled car you don’t see everyday. Takara Tomy’s latest remote controlled car, dubbed the Aero Spider Laser, can drive on walls or ceilings, without having to be bitten by a radioactive spider! It gets better,...

Transfer Data Via Sound

Ever wanted to transfer data via a different means? Sure, we’ve got our usual broadband, 3G internet and such, but what about using your bog standard audio files? Charlie Robinson’s Arduino Cassette Engine allows devices to interpret specially coded...

November 10, 2009

ViewSonic VPD400 MovieBook unveiled

ViewSonic has released its VPD400 MovieBook device that comes with a 4.3" display, 8GB of internal memory, a microSD memory card slot and up to 6 hours of playback time for video and double the amount for audio. Capable...

Razer Abyssus gaming mouse launched

Razer has just unveiled its latest gaming mouse known as Abyssus, where it will be one of the most basic gaming mice from their company to date. It comes with a couple of large non-slip buttons that have been...

Eee PC T91MT gets updated multitouch software

The new multitouch capable Eee PC T91MT has started to ship, and while it still has a small 8.9" touchscreen display, you will find that it supports multitouch gestures, boasting a larger capacity 32GB SSD compared to 16GB found...

Haleron 7" MIO smartbook

Haleron's latest 7” MIO smartbook will run on Windows CE 6.0, although this ain't no speed runner with a VIA ARM 266MHz processor that plods along, aided by a maximum of 256MB RAM, up to 4GB internal memory, 802.11b/g...

Bowers & Wilkins MM-1 computer speakers

Bowers & Wilkins has announced their latest MM-1 computer speakers that combines one 3" woofer and a 1" tweeter, where each driver will be powered by a dedicated 18W amplifier. The tweeters boast B&W's signature Nautilus tube-loaded design that...

Blockbuster offers movie rentals on SD cards

Blockbuster, one of the giants of movie rentals, is now moving towards the SD memory card format, allowing one to view movies on any device that has an SD memory card slot including cellphones and TVs. Rentals for each...

World of Warcraft search engine

Forget about Google - fans of World of Warcraft will be pleased to know that there exists a search engine that was specially designed to sniff out World of Warcraft information. Would that make your WoW experience all the...

Dual Electronics XGPS300 GPS Cradle for the iPod touch

iPod touch owners will find the $179.99 Dual Electronics XGPS300 GPS Cradle to be a boon, as it throws in GPS navigational capabilities for your iPod touch, including NavAtlas’ turn-by-turn navigation app, a rechargeable battery, speaker, audio out, mini...

Palm Pixi caught running webOS 1.3.1

Sprint will be launching the Palm Pixi in 5 days' time, and someone managed to catch an image of the handset running webOS 1.3.1 alongside what is deemed to be a rather frisky user interface. While the video failed...

Xbox 360 Wireless N Networking Adapter to hit the US

At long last after several false starts, the Xbox 360 Wireless N Networking Adapter is set to arrive in North America sometime this week, shipping for $80 a pop while stocks last. No idea on whether this is going...

Asus Eee PC 1101HA-WP

Asus originally wanted to release a 11.6" Eee PC 1101HA with Windows Vista Home Premium, but scrapped that plan due to the debut of Windows 7. This has resulted in a Windows 7 Home Premium edition known as the...

Uber10: the greatest gifts, coming up on November 12

Yes, it's that time of the year again (we can't believe it!). Soon, you will run around wondering what to get for your loved ones -probably at the last minute. We can help by suggesting the 10 greatest gifts (under...

Malwares can use your computer to store child pornography

The malwares and viruses that used to delete your data and steal your financial information now uses your computer as "cloud storage" for pedophiles. Given that law enforcement seem to rely mainly on "where" they child porn is found,...

Matrox M9188 card drives eight 2650x1600 displays

While a couple of graphics companies compete in the massively parallel computing space, Matrox has found a cushy niche in massive multi-monitor setups. Prospect clients are said to be working on energy grids or train dispatch. It might just...

AverTVMedia launches a DVR that records mobile content

This AVerTV HD DVR PCI 1x card can record shows from a set top box (cable or satellite) to your PC via two HDMI inputs. It produces H.264 content for mobile devices: the output resolution is only 320x240, which...

Nokia N900 viral video

Nokia is starting to promote its N900 internet tablet (we call it a smartphone) with this viral video. It's 2mn36 long and the end is pretty interesting. If you have not seen it yet, check out our complete review of...

Softbank to release Android phone next spring

Softbank, the No.3 wireless carrier in Japan did reveal today that the company is looking to unveil its first Android-powered smartphone in spring sometime next year, following similar launches by NTT DoCoMo and Verizon Wireless. Softbank did not reveal...

Samsung A600B projector arrives in the UK

Folks living in the UK will be able to enjoy the Samsung A600B projector, especially for those who want to experience an intense home theater viewing. Despite packing in a whole lot of features, it is still compact in...

Sparkz projector dock

Sparkz offers a different kind of iPhone/iPod dock, especially when it comes with a built-in pico projector that allows you to share your favorite movies and video clips with others without having to make them squint. Features include a...

PS3 Slim slathered in 24k gold

Computer-Choppers introduces their latest blinged up creation - a new PS3 Slim that is covered in 24k gold without having Midas touch it. There will only be 5 of these available worldwide, making it extremely rare to own. No...

Yahoo offers free Wi-Fi as well

Google's bitter rival, Yahoo, does not want to be left behind in the free Wi-Fi game by offering such a service to New York's Times Square sometime next year. According to a Yahoo blog post, "While Yahoo! is the...

Waterfall Audio offers glass and aluminum Serio speaker

The Serio speaker from Waterfall Audio is very different from what you've probably seen so far, considering it comes with a heat-dissipating system known as Heatstream patented to Waterfall. Capable of dealing with high levels of power from a...

Garmin confirms Android smartphone

Garmin has let the cat out of the bag, where they aim to further expand their portfolio to carry an Android-smartphone. There is still no official confirmation on when the Android-powered device will be making a bow apart from...

Unit 33 Robot Plays Football

This robot certainly looks like it’s built to play basketball, what with its 7-foot height. Dubbed Unit 33, it can walk, turn, twist, bow and even play football (though they really should have tried a basketball demo). Check out...

NTT DoCoMo F-04B cellphone

What makes NTT DoCoMo's F-04B cellphone different from the rest would be its separable, two-module body which makes it the first in the world to sport such a form factor. Apart from that novelty, you will find that the...

Bank notes turned into cellphone charger

Open up your wallet and see the number of notes within - while most of us can just think about preserving and growing that amount, many others would prefer to indulge in their whims and fancies when the going...

T-Mobile Offers Nokia 3711

T-Mobile will be offering the simple, yet pretty, looking 3711 clamshell from Nokia. It’s no iPhone killer in terms of features, sporting a 2-megapixel camera, Bluetooth, FM radio, microSD card expansion and a QVGA display. The inclusion of GPS...

YBA unveils iDW1 iPod dock

YBA of France has rolled out its iDW1 iPod docking station, where it is made from aluminum without cheap looking plastic bits adorning its chassis. In addition, the Apple Universal connector ensures it to play nice with the new...

Disney Cars USB Email Alert

Cars might be an old film by today's standards, but that doesn't mean little kids don't love the entire ensemble of talking wheels. The Disney Cars USB Email Alert is meant for the little kid in you, where it...

Yeti microphone is THX certified

Love recording your own podcasts, and think that you're ready to move to the next level? You might very well want to check out Blue Microphones' latest Yeti model that is also the first first THX certified microphone in...

ONDA VX343 MP3 Player

ONDA’s VX343 MP3 player certainly has a rather weird looking form factor, looking a bit like a makeup kit. Regardless of what shape the MP3 player is, it’s still going to play you those ever-important songs, and for $14,...

Voice controlled LED signage

What happens when you throw in 120 LEDs, NerdKit, Python and an appropriate Google Voice module? Well, throw in some technical know how and you end up with a voice controlled LED sign. For instance, leaving a voicemail on...

Robot Bricklayer In New York

You might have checked out Gramazio & Kohler’s bricklaying robot before, but this time, the duo from Zurich's ETH Faculty of Architecture have brought the robot to America for the first time, and have digitally fabricated a wall on...

Kindle For PC App In Beta

With the Barnes & Noble Nook getting a good reception, Amazon certainly isn’t going to sit back and let things be. After the iPhone Kindle app, there is the Kindle for PC app, albeit it’s still in Beta. While...

NEStickle is one cool mod

Fancy turning the classic NES into something different? That's what this guy did with his, the NEStickle which uses an old NES console chassis to hold a Sanwa joystick and its buttons within. The NEStickle will play nice with...

OPPO X1 Music Crystal

MP3 players come in all shapes and sizes nowadays, and while the OPPO X1 isn’t revolutionary by any means, it does have a rather sleek and classy looking exterior. It will probably blend in well if you’re with some...

HTC Passion or Dragon display spotted

What you see here is possibly the HTC Dragon/Passion with its display turned on, giving us a glance of what Android holds for it in the future, although it does resemble a HTC Sense UI-clock/weather widget instead. Some of...

Hello Kitty phone hits Japan

The latest Hello Kitty handset to hit Japan would be based on Softbank's new 'The Premium5' handset from Sharp, where folks who are familiar with the naming convention there would better know it as the 942SH. This hot ticket...

Moxi 3-Tuner HD DVR

If you’re complaining that TiVo hasn’t given you anything new or exciting recently, you’ll want to check out the new Moxi HD DVR from Arris. This new model is almost the same as the current model, except that it...

eBay Mobile app coming to BlackBerry

Love hanging out on eBay every waking moment, but can't do so because you just do not have the chance to sit in front of your computer all day long? The eBay Mobile app for BlackBerry will be out...

Adesun AD-708 tablet

Adesun's latest AD-708 tablet will be based on the x86 architecture with Windows XP as the operating system of choice. This 7" device will play nice with Windows Vista and Linux OS as well if that's your cup of...

Robot Stealth Raygun Jet

It seems that Aerospace firms are quite busy competing for a classified UK MoD contract to build a robotic military stealth aircraft. Said aircraft would be rather special, seeing that it would be able to hover like a helicopter...

ONDA VX510 small but packs a punch

Don't judge a book by its cover, and neither do we come to a conclusion about a portable media player just because of its size. If there is one major drawback available for the ONDA VX510, it would be...

Motorola Droid Is The Milestone In Canada

We know that the Motorola Droid will be called the Milestone in Germany, and now it looks like the folks over in Canada will have to get used to that name too. Telus has announced that it has got...

Windows 7 Upgrade Kit Delays

A few months back, with the imminent release of Windows 7, HP, Dell and other manufacturers were busy telling customers that they would be eligible for a Windows 7 upgrade when it is released, obviously because they wanted to...

Mini guide robot

The Mini guide robot does not live up to its namesake in terms of size, and while it won't be up and about to the amusement of visitors and guests, this guide robot will instead be seated in your...

Sixth sense technology demonstrated

Remember the movie Minority Report and how most folks were wowed by what the future offers in the form of a multi-touchscreen display? That isn't so hot now as it is very possible to have something like this in...

Mobile Phone Watch

Many people have tried to make mobile phone watches the next big thing, but aside from James Bond, it seems that nobody can make these things seem cool enough to be adopted by everybody. Whatever the problems mobile phone...

Compact shower cubicle

Carmenta's compact shower cubicle is also known as the Revolution shower cubicle, where it will offer you a plethora of options when it comes to winding down and relaxing after a long, hard day at the office. You will...

Spy camera built into electric toothbrush

Just when you thought your home is your castle, along comes another device like the Oral B spy toothbrush to turn you into a paranoid android. The recorded video even comes with a date stamp for records purposes, giving...

Nokia N900 Starts Shipping

We previously pointed out to you that the highly anticipated Nokia N900 would be shipping this week, and now it has finally started shipping! In case you’ve forgotten, the N900 is Nokia’s first phone to use Maemo Linux instead...

Patio heaters from Chillchaser

Chillchaser of the UK has just released a trio of patio heaters, namely the Neptune, Zeus and Poseidon. The Poseidon isn't waterproof despite bearing the name of the ocean deity, but it does come with a built-in media player...

Verizon working on Droid and Droid Eris firmware updates

Verizon Wireless seems to be hard at work with a couple of firmware updates for both the Droid and Droid Eris smartphones, acording to leaked documents that point towards five pages for Motorola's device alongside seven pages for the...

Motorola Droid shifts 100,000 units

Motorola's Droid has managed to shift more than 100,000 units over its first weekend, which is more or less half the available stock in teh market at the moment. With more and more smartphones being powered by the Android...

Microsoft COFEE Tool Leaked

If you’ve been hyped up over TV shows such as CSI, then you’ll certainly love forensics stuff, won’t you? Well, you might never have any use for it, but Microsoft COFEE, the law enforcement tool that was so mysterious...

Freshrolling prevents expiry dates from happening

Having a well-stocked fridge is always a good thing, as it allows you to entertain guests any time of the day without worrying what to serve them. Unfortunately for some of us, what remains out of sight is also...

Sony NWZ-S740 Walkman arrive in Asia Pacific

The Asia Pacific region will now be able to pick up the Sony NWZ-S740 Walkman series, being the most advanced S-Series Walkman to date just yet. It does not seem to come with the lyrics service that is available...

Google Maps support subway lines now

Looks like Google Maps is growing from strength to strength, with the latest release showing off New York's subway lines under part of the transit layer. The colored lines are interactive, where clicking on a station name will see...

SK Telesys W touchscreen phone

SK Telesys has rolled out its 3G-enabled handset known as W (also called SK-700), where it will come with an intuitive, emotional UI for those living in South Korea. You get a 3" multitouch display, a 3-megapixel camera, DMB...

Light-Sensitive Contact Lenses On Their Way

Many folks out there have tried (and are fond of) light-adaptive lenses in their spectacles, which is the technology that darkens your lenses automatically in response to bright sunlight. This 40-year old technology is more than a little useful,...

Samsung S5560 Marvel heading to UK soon

Word on the street has it that the Samsung S5560 Marvel will be making its way to the UK on Orange, where one will be able to enjoy 3G connectivity, a 3" touchscreen display with TouchWiz UI, a 5-megapixel...

Lenovo Ideapad U150 now available

Folks who have been waiting for the Ideapad U150 would be pleased to know that it is now available Stateside, but there is a downside to it. The US version is seemingly overpriced when compared to thinner and lighter...

Ricoh GXR camera is now official

Looks like the Ricoh GXR has made it to official status, with the main focus of this camera being its lens units that will hold both a lens and a matching sensor within a sealed chassis. The whole idea...

VESA okays Mini DisplayPort standard

The VESA group have discussed among one another and come to an agreement of the Mini DisplayPort as a finalized standard. Also known as mDP in short, this Apple-developed connector will now be compatible with displays from other companies...

Haleron Ocean operating system

Most folks who follow tech news would know the basic netbook specifications with their eyes closed, what with the regular Intel Atom N270 1.6GHz processor, 1GB RAM, up to 250GB of hard drive space and a choice of Windows...

Nissan to license Scratch Shield paint to NTT DoCoMo

Nissan's Scratch Shield paint is currently being licensed to NTT DoCoMo as the latter wants to use the former's technology in their cellphones. This self-healing paint supposedly self-heals fine scratches and can restore the vehicles’ paint surfaces overnight, while...

NVIDIA CEO seen with an interesting tablet, but not Apple's

Jen-Hsun Huang was talking to journalists in Dubai when this photo was shot. During the conversation, he was praising Apple for building unique products and for selecting the “best technology” (including Nvidia's of course) for their products. Jen-Hsun Huang reportedly said that...

RFiDJ controls HTPC with coasters

Who would've thought that the humble coaster could be used to control your HTPC? That's exactly what Roteno Labs has done with their solution known as the RFiDJ. It relies on a set of picture frame coasters alongside mounted...

Softbank X01SC arrives in Japan

Samsung's first Windows Mobile powered handset to hit Japan would be the Softbank X01SC, where it will be running on Windows Mobile 6.5 (meh). Looking more like a BlackBerry than anything else, you can expect the usual including a...

NTT DoCoMo offers jewelry quality handsets

NTT DoCoMo aims to entice the cellphone lover in Japan by announcing another 19 more handsets that will be out from November 20th onwards. One of the more interesting ones would be the F-02B under the DoCoMo STYLE series,...

Google offers free Wi-Fi at airports for the holidays

Google might not exactly follow their slogan (to some) of doing no evil all the time, but you surely can't fault them for their generosity this coming holiday season as they offers free airport Wi-Fi then. This early Christmas...

Acer Ferrari One In January

You may be jealous of the folks over in the UK who already have Acer’s Ferrari One laptop, but the good news is that the netbook should be hitting the US market in January, just 2 months away. It’ll...

Control A Full Sized Car Via iPhone

We’ve seen Apple’s iPhone control a variety of device before, including remote controlled cars, but what about a full sized car? Well, that’s what the folks over at Waterloo Labs set out to do (and achieved). Check out the...

Engrave Modern Warfare On Your Phone

We know how much some of you are drooling over Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2. Gamers who were at Union Square to join in on the New York launch were able to participate in a free engraving service...

Samsung Announces Bada Mobile OS

With the battle between the iPhone OS, Windows Mobile, Google’s Android heating up, what we need now is another mobile operating system, right? Well, that’s what Samsung thinks anyways, as it has just announced its entry into the mobile...

November 9, 2009

Intel Reader: from printed text to spoken words

Intel just announced the Intel Reader and no, it's not an eBook, it's actually much more useful than an eBook in some ways. The Intel Reader is a Healthcare device that has been designed to help those with vision/blindness issues or learning...

Elements Atomic Projection Alarm Clock with Indoor/Outdoor Thermometer

The Elements Atomic Projection Alarm Clock with Indoor/Outdoor Thermometer ought to be pretty self-explanatory, as this Oregon Scientific offering will set itself automatically to your location within the US, making adjustments for Daylight Savings Time without you having to...

Solar bags rely on G24 DSSC solar technology

Check out the new range of solar bags from Mascotte Industrial Associates of Hong Kong, where it will rely on DSSC (Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells) technology to make sure that your bag is able to store converted solar power in...

AllSport GPS for Android devices

The AllSport GPS is a new Android app that will be a boon for folks who are constantly involved in outdoor activities, as it is fully capable of tracking your progress, calories and routine amidst other important and relevant...

Active SaberTooth S4 SATA Mini PCIe SSD

Want to upgrade the performance of your Eee PC by a notch? The Active SaberTooth S4 SATA Mini PCIe SSD ought to do the trick, where it can hit sequential read speeds of up to 130MB/s. This ought to...

Bowers & Wilkins P5 portable headphone set

Bowers & Wilkins has a new P5 portable headphone set that will be coming our way, where this over-the-ear cupped headphones will come with an integrated microphone and is remote compatible with the iPhone and more recent iPods. Apart...

Samsung S359 bound for China

China might have just received the iPhone 3GS recently, but interestingly enough the Communist country didn't really go iPhone crazy. Guess there is always room for more "normal" handsets like the upcoming Samsung S359, where this music-centric handset will...

Leaked Samsung phone?

Take a look at the alleged new Samsung handset here and judge for yourself whether it is real or a Photoshop. After all, this handset is inspired from Samsung’s Crystal Design that can be found in its range of...

Samsung M3310 and Samsung B3410 images

Samsung has unveiled a couple of images for two of its upcoming phones, the M3310 and B3410. The former will be a music-oriented dual-slider handset that comes with external music controls, stereo speakers, a 3.5mm headset jack, Bluetooth 2.1...

NCube coolest mod for GameCube just yet

Here's one of the best mods we've seen to the GameCube so far - the NCube. It will load stock discs from an exposed spinning disc drive, where the innards are basically ripped out from an original GameCube. Within...

AT&T offers USBConnect Lightning modem

AT&T has expanded its Sierra Wireless device with another model known as the USBConnect Lightning, where it will support the carrier's faster 7.2Mbps HSPA network alongside regular 3.6Mbps HSPA, legacy GPRS and EDGE. AT&T aims to sell the USBConnect...

Troll Touch debuts iMac and MacBook touchscreens

Troll Touch has just announced a couple more analog resistive touch kits for the 21.5" and 27" iMacs alongside the unibody MacBooks, with prices starting from $1,099 upwards. Of course, you can always pick up new machines with the...

Envive TheaterStation Multi-zone ships

Envive has started to ship its TheaterStation Multi-zone digital media management system, where users will be able to take advantage of its Centralized Networked storage for storing media within. All content within can be viewed in different rooms as...

HD radio arrives on iPhone

Looks like iPhone users will now be able to enjoy yet another form of entertainment - via HD radio broadcasts. This is made possible thanks to a free App Store application alongisde a pair of headphones for an antenna,...

Freedom Leg for easier movement

Having a crutch due to a leg injury seriously impedes one's movement, but the Freedom Leg from Forward Mobility aims to change that, where it is constructed from composite materials, making it tip the scales at a mere 2.6...

Sun Drive keychain is unique

The Sun Drive keychain is very different from most other keychains since this model sports a USB solar charger that allows you to juice up a range of USB-powered devices on-the-go. Even though it is small in size, it...

Haglöfs Laptop Drybags

Love your notebook to bits that you want to give it the very best? You won't go wrong with the Haglöfs Laptop Drybags then, as these padded, double-sealed laptop sleeves helps protect its contents from bumps and scrapes while...

Rock Band played using flute

Those who have dabbled with Rock Band will soon realize that you don't even need to know the lyrics to the song as long as you belt out the right key. YouTube user MsFrizzyHair takes things to a new...

Nokia N97 Mini comes in white

Phones 4u customers will be able to get their hands on a white Nokia N97 Mini from November 6th onwards, where the phone is available for free as long as you agree to a GDP35 monthly plan on Orange...

Dell Mini 9 gets accelerometer

Looks like the highly customizable Dell Mini 9 gets another uncertified feather in its cap with news of a mod that involves a built-in accelerometer to enhance the touchscreen-enabled Dell Mini 9. At least you won't have to wait...

Creative ZiiLABS ZMS-08 processor

Creative will upgrade its ZMS-05 processor to a next-generation version known as the ZMS-08. This new system-on-a-chip is powered by a 1GHz ARM Cortex-8 processor, boasting support for 1080p H.264 video playback, OpenGL ES 2.0 and Flash acceleration. Apart...

Art Lebedev Power Socket

Design maestros Art Lebedev has come up with this power socket that features built-in power plugs that will kill reliance on a power strip. It will remain flat until more than a single plug is required, allowing you to...

LG 15-inch OLED TV tickles your imagination

LG has released its 15" OLED TV in Korea, making it the largest commercially available OLED TV in the market at the moment. This nifty little set is going for approximately $2,500 after conversion, which would clearly place it...

More on SmartQ V7

Here's slightly more information on the SmartQ V7 device that we looked at last week - it will come with a 7" touchscreen display, boasting 1080p video support, Wi-Fi connectivity, Bluetooth, HDMI out and an ARM11 processor. Would those...

Remote controlled bowling ball

Love bowling but never hit the perfect 300 score? This remote-controlled bowling ball ought to change that situation, where the brains behind this would be 900 Global. This unique bowling ball is obviously not legal for use during gameplay,...

Yamaha Tenori-on Orange is more affordable

Yamaha's Tenori-on is a unique musical instrument that is pretty expensive with its rather hefty £800-plus price point, but good news to those who are interested - the Tenori-on Orange which will be released in time for Christmas will...

Easy Piano for the DS

Valcon Games will be rolling out Easy Piano for the DS, where this game will follow the footsteps of Guitar Hero for the same platform by coming with a 13-key keyboard attachment when it hits North America. This title...

DIY microscope for cellphones

Cellphones might come with some really high resolution cameras these days, but that doesn't mean they are great at macro shots. Aydogan Ozcan, an assistant professor of electrical engineering and member of the California NanoSystems Institute at the University...

Ricoh mirrorless camera confirmed

Looks like Ricoh is set to unveil their mirrorless camera this coming November 10th, which ought to get shutterbugs in the industry all worked up. No idea on pricing details though, but we're pretty sure that this is going...

Can-shaped USB humidifier

The winter cold can be quite unforgiving on your skin, which is why having a humidifier in your home is always a good thing. Check out this new can-Shaped USB humidifier that resembles a beer can, but it will...

Aphone A6 powered by Android

Now this is as weird as seeing a Mac run Windows for the first time all those years ago, but we presume it will be a more and more common sight sometime down the road. The Aphone A6 might...

Colorful S101 NewYork netbook

What a name - the Colorful S101 NewYork netbook us a 10" computer that comes with an integrated accelerometer alongside software which is capable of detecting the current screen's orientation, rotating it automatically for a more comfortable viewing experience....

Creative ZEN X-Fi2 now available

Creative's ZEN X-Fi2 is finally available for you to purchase, although it does make us wonder just who will pick this up apart from Creative loyalists who want to do their very best in order to stem Apple's steamrolling,...

Thanko USB Warm Gloves

Thanko knows that most countries in the northern hemisphere will be experiencing the cold chill of winter, and hence has released the USB Warm Gloves. Nothing groundbreaking here, although they do come with a really furry design on the...

Smart Cover goes green

So you own an iPhone, and want to make sure it remains in pristine condition most of the time through everyday travels. What do you do then? Get the Smart Cover, as this special charging case offers your iPhone...

SNEGENES P a custom built wonder

Are you the type who loves to have a spot of classic retro gaming from time to time? Unfortunately, the upkeep of old handhelds and consoles can get pretty expensive and tedious in the long run, but here's a...

Expose LED bed

When you take a glance at the Expose LED bed, chances are you will be wondering just why would anyone want something so tacky and consume even more power from the grid? All those thoughts can be thrown out...

iControlPad iPhone controller prototype updated

The iControlPad iPhone controller prototype has just been updated to a more user-friendly format, where it has controls that have been moved from the sides of the phone to a different position at the bottom, featuring dual analog sticks...

iPhone Worm Lurks

Just when you thought that one of the main reasons for having an Apple product would be having the peace of mind of not having to contend with computer viruses and the like, along comes news of an iPhone...

Sony Ericsson XPERIA X10 Video

Still drooling over Sony Ericsson’s XPERIA X10? Well, if you just can’t get enough of the phone, check out a promotional video on it, and see a bunch of glamorous looking people fiddle around with the X10. With the...

O2 To Allow Customers To Unlock iPhones

Good news for O2 customers who are thinking of moving to another carrier. Matthew Key, the chairman and chief executive officer of O2’s parent company, Telefonica Europe, has stated that iPhone customers who wish to leave the carrier can...

OpenOfficeMouse Is Loaded With Buttons

Now here’s something you probably didn’t expect, an OpenOfficeMouse. The mouse itself is developed by WarMouse in partnership with the OpenOffice.org community, but what really stands out (if you haven’t noticed it already) is the fact that the mouse...

Apple Core i5 iMac Ready To Ship

Those of you who have been drooling over Apple’s latest Core i5 version of the 27-inch iMac can rejoice. Apple’s first quad-core consumer desktop is now listed as “prepared for shipment”, albeit with an unspecified shipping date. There is...

Nokia Recalls 14m AC Adapters

14 million of anything is almost certainly a lot, but having to recall 14 million AC adapters? Well, it certainly seems that Nokia has a job on its hands. Nokia has found out that the plastic covers of its...

LG Digital Signage Monitors

It looks like LCD technology is just getting better and better, and LG is certainly helping things along. In its latest press release, LG has detailed some of its special LCD HDTV monitors, touched to enhance just about any...

Verizon Irritates AT&T Again

It seems like a lawsuit from AT&T isn’t enough to deter Verizon Wireless from stepping on AT&T’s toes this holiday season. Verizon has launched a new series of advertisements that poke fun at AT&T’s low 3G coverage, but doesn’t...

GH-UH204SB USB Hub

The GH-UH204SB might look like your average USB hub at a glance, but it actually has a rather unique feature, which allows users to switch each USB port on or off. Granted, it’s certainly not an earth-shattering feature, but...

Windows 7 Will Not Support ARM Yet

With the netbook marking exploding, ARM processors should be gaining some traction, though it seems that there is a bit of bad news of folks who support the ARM processors. According to Mike Nash, Microsoft’s corporate vice president, Windows...

DIY Emergency Light

What happens when you don’t want to shell out your hard-earned money for an emergency lamp that you could use in the event of a blackout? Well, if you’re any resourceful as the folks over in Nairobi, you could...

New VAIO Fall/Winter Collection

If you’ve been holding back on picking up a new laptop, Sony’s latest VAIO collection might just tempt you into buying one. The new limited edition futuristic notebooks VAIO VGN-FW590FFD and VAIO FW Nebula will most likely have everybody...

NVIDIA CEO dismisses X86 development rumors

Jen-Hsun Huang, the CEO of NVIDIA has dismissed rumors that NVIDIA was working on an X86 chip (an Intel-compatible processor). His strategy is to continue using NVIDIA processors to accelerate all kinds of computing tasks (graphics or not), on...

Media Chair Concept Design

Want to kick back in your favorite chair and be immersed by the music from your iPod? Well, if this concept design by Martin Emilia becomes a reality, you certainly will be able to do so. The Media Chair...

Firefox Mobile Finally Gets A Logo

The results are in, and Firefox Mobile (Fennec) has a logo, a “Pocketfox” design by Yaroslaff Chekunov. He’s the winnder of the “Firefox Goes Mobile” design contest, and as such, that logo will become the official logo of the...

The Animated Workspace Environment

The folks over at Clemson University have come up with a rather interesting computer controlled robotic wall, called the Animated Workplace Environment (A.W.E). This is designed to adjust to different configurations depending on need, and also features motion sensing...

Seiko Epson Show New HTPS TFT LCD Panel

Display technology is certainly moving forward, and Seiko Epson Corporation has just announced that it has come up with the world’s first 4K-compatible high-temperature polysilicon (HTPS) TFT LCD panel for 3LCD projector. This new panel will utilize Epson’s C2Fine...

New Nook Pre-orders To Ship In Dec

It looks like Barnes & Noble’s Nook is going to get off to a flying start in the e-reader business, so much so that the company has already begun telling new customers not to expect delivery on the device...

November 8, 2009

Cry Translator iPhone App

We’ve shown you a dedicated device that will help you translate what your baby is trying to say when it cries, but what if you already own an iPhone and don’t want to buy another piece of hardware? Well,...

Vers iPhone Case Is Environmentally Friendly

Want a new protector cover for your iPhone, but want to do something for the environment also? Well, in that case (pun intended), plastic certainly won’t do. Vers is one company that has answered your questions, with it’s open-front...

Control Your RC Car Via iPhone

Want to add some zest to your world of remote-controlled cars? Well, Joker Racer looks like it’s aiming to do just that for you, by allowing you to control your RC (remote-controlled) cars through the Internet via a web...

8-bit Processor Device Looks Snappy

Is the software running on mobile devices nowadays too bloated? Well, considering that the hardware currently available is quite powerful, we certainly can’t blame the developers for beefing things up (especially when everybody wants more features). That being said,...

$99 8GB iPhone 3GS For Christmas?

Want to get the iPhone 3GS but think that it’s too pricey? Well, maybe an 8GB iPhone 3GS for $99 deal would help? This is still firmly in the “rumor” category, but word is going around that Apple is...

SoundRacer Makes Your Car Sound Sporty

What do you do when you want to feel like you’re driving a V10 powered supercar, but can’t afford one? Well, you could always go for the Soundracer, which fits right into your car’s cigarette lighter port, and uses...

Sagem Spiga Is Tiny

With all the netbooks nowadays hovering around the 10.1-inch display design, would you want something smaller? We’re not sure if Sagem is taking things to the extreme with its Spiga, but if you want something that will fit into your...

Palm Pre For Just $99.95 On Bell

It wasn’t too long ago that Bell dropped the asking price of the Palm Pre to CAD $149.95, but (probably thanks to the holiday season) the price has further plummeted to CAD $99.95, albeit with a 3-year contract, but...

Nokia Booklet 3G Coming To Best Buy On Nov 15

If you’ve been dreaming about the day that Nokia’s Booklet 3G will be available in stores, we have good news for you in the form of an actual date! It seems that Best Buy will be offering the device...

Apple Breaks Hackintosh Again?

Does Apple like playing cat-and-mouse with various parties? Well, if the iTunes and Palm Pre issue is anything to go buy, Apple might get a little satisfaction out of it. You might have read the recent news of the...

Samsung Behold II Getting Closer

For those of you looking forward to Samsung’s Android-powered Behold II, it seems that the phone shouldn’t be too far off. While T-Mobile USA hasn’t explicitly stated when the phone will be released, but word on the streets is...

Nokia X6 To Launch On Nov 16th Globally

While Expansys gave everybody the impression that Nokia’s sleek looking X6 would be available on the UK on November 12th, the latest fews from Nokia Conversations blog states that the Nokia X6 will be available globally on November 16th,...

Toyota Tundra Midnight Rider Tailgater

Want to have a really awesome outdoor entertainment vehicle? Well, the Midnight Rider Tundra Tailgater by Brooks & Dunn, designed in partnership with Toyota, certain hits the mark. This vehicle packs a BBQ grill, beer tap, ice chest, 42-inch...

iSteady To Help You Shoot Videos

Want to get serious with video recording; especially since your shiny new iPhone 3GS has video recording capabilities? Well, if you’re really that serious, you might want to check out the iSteady, which is basically a metal holding that...

RadioShack To Offer The iPhone 3GS

It looks like Apple’s iPhone has taken another small step towards nationwide domination of the mobile phone scene. Now RadioShack has officially announced that it will be carrying both the iPhone 3G and 3GS in selected stores in Dallas-Fort...

iPod Cluster Display

Do you happen to have a lot of spare iPhone or iPod touch units lying around doing nothing? Well, if that’s the situation for you, you could always try and do what Japan’s PROTOTYPE design team have done, come...

MOTO Klassic Hitting Korea

With all the hype surrounding Motorola’s Droid handset, it’s good to see that Motorola looks like it’s making a comeback in the cell phone scene. That being said, not everybody can afford the Droid, so Motorola has come up...

Apple Urges You To Update Apple TV To 3.0.1

Those of you who have been running Apple TV with the 3.0 firmware might have encountered a problem where the unit would unexpectedly ditch all the content that was loaded into the device until a resync was performed. Well,...

Wash Your Clothes By Pedaling Your Bike

Ever wanted to save some electricity when washing your clothes? Well, if you’re into convergent devices, you could always try and build that Dave Askins has done here. This homemade system allows you to ride your bike, and wash...

Zune HD 4.3 Firmware Released

Folks out there who own the Zune HD should be fairly happy to hear that Microsoft has released the latest firmware (4.3) for the Zune HD! It’s nothing too radical, but it should address some of the more irritating...

 
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