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Samsung Galaxy S4 Active Leaked On Video

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Roland Hutchinson

21 May 2013 | 6:57 am

On Monday we saw some leaked photos of a new version of Samsung’s flagship Android smartphone, the Samsung Galaxy S4, the new device will be called the Samsung Galaxy S4 Active and it is designed to be resistant to both dust and water. We had previously thought that the Samsung Galaxy S4 active would have the same hardware as the Galaxy S4, although now it would appear that the device will have different specifications. (...)Original Story Samsung Galaxy S4 Active Leaked On Video © Geeky Gadgets, 2013. | Permalink | Unauthorized duplication and or distribution of our content is…
Surface Pro 2, Mini release signaled by unexpected popularity

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Peter Chubb

21 May 2013 | 7:39 am

When Microsoft released their Surface RT device the market was a little confused and as such sales did not impress, it wasn’t until the company finally released the Surface Pro several months ago that the public began to see where Microsoft wanted to go. Early sales were a little slow, as there had been trouble with stock, and also affecting sales was the fact that the Pro was only available to the US and Canada. However, last week we were informed that the Surface Pro would be made available internationally, and Microsoft has already seen a huge demand with pre-orders. It’s this…
Beautiful Mirette Wall Mount Mirror and Shelf Combo

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Dennis Yeo

18 May 2013 | 3:03 am

Mirrors and shelves have always been suitable for mounting on walls. Here’s a set of wall mounted shelves and mirror that have been made into a single item. The shelves from the Mirette series by Guillaume Delvigne come with a mirror integrated into the design, which makes it multipurpose, where the presence of a mirror [...]Read more: Beautiful Mirette Wall Mount Mirror and Shelf Combo, originally written and published on Internet Siao - Creative and Useful Gifts, Gadgets and More!
Coolest Rear View Mirror Ever

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Whutsiznaim

17 May 2013 | 10:37 pm

Does this actually seem logical? I’m not sure, but it’s cool as hell. This rear view mirror first and foremost features a 5 inch screen, because your factory mirror doesn’t allow for good enough field of vision. It also has a front dash cam, and a rearview camera in case you are a victim of police brutality, a stalker, or if you just want to do a better job parking. It even records as you drive in case some yokel tries to say the accident was your fault. It’s got GPS, because why wouldn’t it? You’re in a car for Christ’s sake. What’s…
Know your baby’s temperature with Pacifier thermometer

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13 May 2013 | 3:49 am

In case your newborn has been behaving strangely of late with sudden mood swings and loud cries, it’s time to be warned as he/she might not be in the best of his/her health. We have seen parents struggling to conclude whether something is wrong with their children or if they are just off-mood. The orthodox thermometers tend to help less in this regard as it is difficult to assimilate minute changes in temperature pattern of your kids. A possible solution seems to be the 2011 winner of iF Concept Design award, named as Pacifier thermometer. Designed as a suckling for babies, the thermometer…

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Xbox One controller vs. Xbox 360 controller, fight!

Tim Stevens

21 May 2013 | 11:37 am

"If it ain't broke don't fix it" is as useful a phrase as it is folksy, and though the Xbox One is a complete reinvention compared to the Xbox 360, the controller is in many ways little changed. It's a bit more rounded, a bit softer to the touch and features redesigned shoulder buttons with their own discrete rumble controllers. The D-Pad is revised, the analog sticks has more texture and the battery backpack is no longer quite as pronounced. In other words, we think it's going to be great. Check out our gallery of comparison shots in the gallery below! Gallery: Xbox 360 vs. Xbox One…
Xbox One isn't backwards compatible with Xbox 360 discs or Xbox Live Arcade, Gamerscore transfers

Ben Gilbert

21 May 2013 | 11:20 am

It's true: the Xbox One will not play your Xbox 360 game discs, nor will your Xbox Live Arcade games transfer (not to mention any other content that's dependent on the 360's hardware architecture, anyhow). That Gamerscore you've been earning, though? That's gonna transfer. As will your Xbox Live Gamertag. Sadly, due to the x86 architecture of the Xbox One, the PowerPC-based 360 titles simply won't run on the hardware. Microsoft's not super worried about consumer reaction, though, telling Engadget, "We care very much about the investment people have made in Xbox 360 and will continue to…
Hands-on with prototypes of the Xbox One and new Kinect sensor

Ben Gilbert

21 May 2013 | 11:20 am

We gasped our way through the liveblog. We brought you news of the specs and the software and everything else. But now it's time time to take a deep dive into Microsoft's next-gen console and what it might mean for Earth's living room. Engadget was given exclusive access to the hallowed labs at the heart of this project and to the engineers who made it happen. We got to play with prototypes of the hardware and to discover first-hand whether Kinect 2.0 really can tell if we're winking. Read on past the break and we promise to spare you no detail.Gallery: Xbox One (hands-on) Filed under:…
Hands-on with LG's 5-inch flexible plastic OLED display at SID (video)

Sarah Silbert

21 May 2013 | 11:16 am

You can't blame us for rushing to see LG's flexible OLED HD panel here at SID. First announced earlier this week, the 5-inch display sports a plastic construction, which allows it to be both bendable and unbreakable. Most alluring of all, though, is LG's intimation that the screen tech will debut in a smartphone by the end of this year. Before we get lost in thoughts about a tricked-out Optimus G, let's take a look at this early prototype. The panel is made of plastic substrates, which are both more flexible and cheaper to manufacture than their glass counterparts. In fact, cost-effectiveness…
Building Xbox One: An inside look at Microsoft's play for the next generation of gaming

Ben Gilbert

21 May 2013 | 11:00 am

The engineers in Microsoft's windowless next-gen Xbox silicon lab are rattled. And understandably so. We're in their office, after all, and we have a mess of cameras in the one place you're not allowed to have cameras (or even cellphones). We're obviously outsiders on Microsoft's multi-building, security-heavy Mountain View campus, especially given our quartet of esteemed escorts: Todd Holmdahl, Ilan Spillinger, Nick Baker and Greg Williams. These four gentlemen are leading the charge on both Microsoft's next big thing and, perhaps more importantly, a major effort to internalize silicon…

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LG Optimus F3 For Sprint Rumored [Image]

Adnan Farooqui

21 May 2013 | 11:18 am

The LG Optimus F3 for Sprint has been rumored. This affordable LTE smartphone is expected to be released in the next few weeks. Like It , +1 , Tweet It , Pin It Original content from Ubergizmo.
Xbox One Aims To Become Entertainment Hub With New Features, Services

Daniel Perez

21 May 2013 | 10:55 am

Microsoft unveils a bunch of new features and services for the Xbox One. Like It , +1 , Tweet It , Pin It Original content from Ubergizmo.
Alleged Wireless Card For New Macs Hints Next-Gen Wi-Fi Support

Adnan Farooqui

21 May 2013 | 10:53 am

An 802.11ac next generation Wi-Fi card allegedly slated for new 2013 Macbook lineup has popped up online. 802.11ac is the new Wi-Fi standard, enabling speeds of up to 1.3Gbps. Like It , +1 , Tweet It , Pin It Original content from Ubergizmo.
Xbox One Specs & Hardware Revealed

Hubert Nguyen

21 May 2013 | 10:48 am

Today, Microsoft has revealed what the next Xbox is. It’s called Xbox One, and a big part of any game console launch is to know what hardware will power the box for the next decade. For buyers, this will be [...] Like It , +1 , Tweet It , Pin It Original content from Ubergizmo.
Samsung Wallet App Finally Released For U.S.

Adnan Farooqui

21 May 2013 | 10:34 am

Samsung Wallet app has finally been released in the U.S. and South Korean after being announced back in February at Mobile World Congress 2013. Like It , +1 , Tweet It , Pin It Original content from Ubergizmo.

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Scentee Phone Attachment Lets You ‘Smell’ Messages and Emails on Your iPhone

Hazel Chua

21 May 2013 | 10:00 am

Manufacturers are working behind the clock to come up with a system that’ll make Smell-o-Vision a reality. This way, people will be able to experience more of what they’re watching by stimulating another sense as they watch the tube. Touch might seem far-off at this point, but smell certainly doesn’t. Aside from possibly being integrated to televisions soon, a Japanese firm wants to change how you read your email and text messages by letting you “smell” them. They’ve created an attachment for your iPhone called the Scentee. It works by associating message…
iPhone Periscope For Sneaky Pictures

David Ponce

20 May 2013 | 10:54 pm

This is a gadget that allows you to take pictures with your iDevice while you appear to just be looking down at it. It’s so that people don’t notice you’re taking a shot. If used properly, we think it’s a great product. But if you’re being a creep… well, we imagine you’re going to find ways of being a creep with or without some gadgets. See, we’re not exactly sure when it’s ok to be taking pictures of someone without their knowledge; people have become so sensitive to cameras these days. Not to mention, we’re unsure of the legal…
Finger Sloth Ring Sure Seems To Make Some Kind Of Statement

David Ponce

20 May 2013 | 10:43 pm

We suppose people like to wear jewelry for a variety of reasons, but very often it’s to denote a semblance of affluence. Sure, it doesn’t have to be about that… a lot of people like quirky adornments. Case in point: the Sloth Ring, pictured above. Made by hand in polymer clay, the lovely sloths attach themselves to your fingers and do what sloths do: just stay there. Letting yourself be seen wearing one could mean anything from “you’re a sloth lover”, to “this is how lazy I am, and I’m proud of it.” Whatever your inclination for wanting…
Is The Honda Grom The Moped For Grown Ups?

David Ponce

20 May 2013 | 10:32 pm

You could argue that anyone can ride a Vespa-type of moped, but there is a strong contingent that will find it rather emasculating. There’s something about traditional mopeds that only teenagers and girls can get away with, and please don’t shower us with complaints; we’re just stating a known fact about a particular demographic. And yet not everyone that would want to ride a “grown-up” bike has the time, money or inclination to really do so. The 2014 Honda Grom appears to possibly bridge the gap between the two. While it’s definitely still a moped, the…
Helios Handlebar Brings LEDs, GPS, Navigation And More To Your Bicycle

David Ponce

20 May 2013 | 10:16 pm

Handlebars on a bike can be so much more than rests for your hands, a place to affix the brakes, and a way to actually turn the two-wheeled vehicle. With the Helios handlebar, you can add the following features: button-activated rear-facing LED turn blinkers, 500 lumen headlight, smartphone controlled ambient lighting, speed indication and even navigation assistance. The blinker functionality is pretty straightforward, but the others can use some explaining. The speed indication will have the LEDs progressively change colour as you speed up; red for slow and green for fast. The Helios uses…

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True deals this week

J.D. Levite

21 May 2013 | 10:10 am

We’ve got two really temporary deals on Audyssey’s Wireless Bluetooth Speakers and Logitech’s Ultrathin Keyboard Cover.
Update: Switched computer speakers to wait status

Michael Zhao

20 May 2013 | 2:47 pm

Our favorite computer speakers are no longer being made. Switched to wait status while we research a successor.
Update: Router and Laser Printer

Michael Zhao

20 May 2013 | 10:32 am

We checked to make sure that our Best Router and Best Budget Laser Printer pieces are up to date. They are.
The Best $150 Over-ear Headphones

Lauren Dragan

20 May 2013 | 5:00 am

If you are looking to buy over-ear headphones for about $150, the Sony MDR-7506 are the pair I would buy. After researching literally every pair of over-ears in this range available (old and new), reading countless professional reviews, Amazon reviews, and conducting an actual listening panel consisting of audio professionals and lay-people, the Sony MDR-7506 are the clear winner. Not only did they finish first in our tests, they are also built to last, and are the least expensive (by a lot!).
Update: Monitor deals

Michael Zhao

17 May 2013 | 6:04 pm

Found and added a couple of deals on our favorite 24 and 27-inch monitors to this week’s deals post

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Steven Spielbergworking on 'Halo' TV series for Xbox One

21 May 2013 | 11:40 am

In a surprise move at Microsoft's Xbox One announcement Tuesday, the company revealed that it has partnered with Hollywood director Steven Spielberg to create a live-action television series based on the long-time Xbox-exclusive first-person shooter franchise "Halo."Speaking alongside Microsoft's entertainment and digital media president Nancy Tellem, Bonnie Ross, studio head at "Halo" developer 3...
See this celestial show now or wait a decade

21 May 2013 | 11:40 am

By Mike WallSpace.comThree planets are coming together in the evening sky at the moment, putting on a celestial show that won't be seen again for more than a decade.Jupiter, Venus and Mercury are gathering low in the west-northwest evening sky, and next week they'll form the tightest grouping of three naked-eye planets that skywatchers will see until 2026, experts say."Here’s a beautiful chance to...
Xbox One brings speech, gestures, multitasking to TV

21 May 2013 | 11:23 am

The new Xbox One console aims to integrate everything you do in your living room into one seamless experience, with TV, games and the Web equally accessible and controllable from the couch. Between gestures, voice control, and Smart Glass, it's probably the most powerful set-top box out there.Watching TV isn't always the simplest proposition these days, with multiple controllers and devices betwee...
Microsoft reveals Xbox One, the 'new generation' console

21 May 2013 | 11:06 am

On Tuesday at the company's campus in Redmond, Wash., Microsoft unveiled the new Xbox One console, along with plenty of content plans, including a "Halo" live-action TV show from Steven Spielberg, and an exclusive deal with Activision for "Call of Duty: Ghosts."After a thumping welcome video — carrying the message that in the next generation, gamers will "stop watching and start feeling ... alive"...
NASA has items from Neil Armstrong and Apollo 11 pulled from auction

21 May 2013 | 11:01 am

By Robert Z. PearlmanSpace.comThe joystick controller used to steer the Apollo 11 spacecraft to the moon, the original recording of Neil Armstrong's heartbeat when he took humankind's first "small step" onto the lunar surface, and the complete tool kit carried on NASA's final manned moon mission won't be auctioned later this month, despite international headlines that heralded the rare space artif...

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Jamba Juice Rolls Out Order-Ahead Feature Nationwide With Help From PayPal

Jason Del Rey

21 May 2013 | 11:40 am

Online payment processor PayPal said Tuesday that it is expanding a partnership with Jamba Juice to let PayPal app users order and pay from their phones ahead of pick-up at any of the chain’s 700-plus U.S. locations. Of course, plenty of retailers, from Chipotle to Five Guys, allow customers to order and pay ahead of time from their own apps using traditional payment methods. PayPal also said that RadioShack will be the latest retailer to accept PayPal as a payment method in stores.
Former Apple, Palm Executive Mike Bell to Head Intel's New Devices Unit

Ina Fried

21 May 2013 | 11:05 am

While it isn’t going into detail about its plans for a new devices unit, Intel has tapped a leader whose expertise goes well beyond chips. Mike Bell, who has been co-leading Intel’s mobile chip business, has experience building mobile devices and platforms from his days at Palm and, before that, Apple. (Bell was a speaker at our recent D: Dive Into Mobile conference.) The new group will look at emerging technologies and product trends, including ultra-mobile products, Intel said. The move is part of a broader series of organizational changes being made by the company’s new…
You Spend a Lot of Time With Your Mobile Device at Home -- Even More if It's an iPad

Peter Kafka

21 May 2013 | 10:48 am

We’ve touched on this before, but it’s worth repeating again: Your phones and tablets are amazing multimedia devices. But just because they’re mobile doesn’t mean you’re using them on the go. Here’s the latest reminder, via the broadband usage report Sandvine put out earlier this month. The Internet services company says that mobile devices now account for 20 percent of traffic on home broadband networks. That’s up from 9 percent a year ago. If you own an iPhone or an Android tablet or whatever, you know exactly why this is: You spend a lot of time…
Xbox One Offers Voice Controls, New Kinect, Original Content, TV Integration, NFL Partnership

Eric Johnson

21 May 2013 | 10:07 am

Microsoft’s new gaming and media console will be called Xbox One and will launch “later this year,” the company announced at an event on its campus in Redmond, Wash., this morning. The event, Xbox: A New Generation Revealed, began with a video message from Microsoft employees, celebrities and Xbox players. “For the first time, you and your TV are going to have a relationship,” one of the employees said in the video. “Today, we put you at the center of a new generation in the living room,” interactive entertainment president Don Mattrick said in a…
Acting FCC Chair: Regulate With a Light Touch, but Touch When Necessary

Ina Fried

21 May 2013 | 9:36 am

The acting head of the Federal Communications Commission said on Tuesday that she wants to work to protect rural carriers and consumers while making sure that efforts to increase available spectrum remain on track. Mignon Clyburn said healthy competition is key to continued innovation. “We have taken a light regulatory approach, but have touched when necessary,” Mignon said, speaking at the opening of the CTIA 2013 show in Las Vegas. The most notable of those touches, of course, was the agency’s opposition to AT&T’s purchase of T-Mobile USA. The agency has since…

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New Guides demystify Instagram and Snapchat and walk kids and parents through safety and privacy features

larrymagid

20 May 2013 | 8:00 pm

ConnectSafely.org, the nonprofit Internet safety organization where I serve as co-director, just published two new parents’ guides to Instagram and Snapchat, answering the Top 5 questions parents have about these photo-sharing apps so popular with kids including: Why kids love these apps What the risks of each app are How to help kids stay safe using the apps How to report abuse and block problem users How to use privacy settings I co-wrote the guides along with my ConnectSafely.org co-director Anne Collier, A Parents’ Guide to Instagram and A Parents’ Guide to Snapchat cut through…
For regulators, Google is the new Microsoft

larrymagid

19 May 2013 | 10:59 am

This post first appeared in the San Jose Mercury News By Larry Magid At Google’s I/O developers conference in San Francisco last week, Senior Vice President Sundar Pichai announced that Chrome is now the world’s most popular Web browser and that there are now 900 million Android devices worldwide. Google has created quite an impressive global footprint. And the fact that Chrome is now bigger than Microsoft’s Internet Explorer makes me wonder why our government and the European Union spent millions of dollars and countless person-years prosecuting Microsoft in an effort…
Hands-On With Google’s New Web-Based Maps

larrymagid

15 May 2013 | 4:47 pm

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BlackBerry Messenger Will be Free iOS and Android App

larrymagid

14 May 2013 | 7:57 pm

At the BlackBerry Live conference in Orlando, BlackBerry CEO Thorsten Heins announced that BlackBerry Messenger (BBM), the popular service that has long allowed BlackBerry users to chat and share voice notes, images and video, will now be cross-platform with free apps for iOS and Android. Read more on Forbes.com
Snapchat photos can be undeleted & captured: When it matters

larrymagid

12 May 2013 | 7:29 am

A forensics experts has shown how he can undelete Snapchat photos I recently wrote about Snapchat, the popular photo sharing app that allows users to share photos that will self-destruct from between 1 and 10 seconds after they’re viewed. As I said in that story, there are many reasons people use Android and Apple iOS app and that, despite worries about sexting, most kids are using the app in ways that parents would probably approve of. But, it’s also important for kids and adults to realize that there’s no such thing content that absolutely disappears forever. Anything…

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Double Check: You might be missing out on some spending green with those EV device purchases

Marcus Amick

21 May 2013 | 11:15 am

A case involving a Seattle-area farmer highlights that with all the purchase rebates and incentives around electric vehicles, some people could be missing out on some cash when purchasing those green devices.
Sherbourn is back: Check Out the SR-8100 7.1 Channel Receiver

Ian White

21 May 2013 | 10:34 am

Better known for its custom installation products, Sherbourn Technologies has just launched its Pro-caliber SR-8100 7.1 A/V receiver for only $800.
‘Xbox ‘One’ pushes boundaries in hardware, graphics, and user experience

Adam Rosenberg

21 May 2013 | 10:22 am

Microsoft finally unveils its next-gen gaming console, the Xbox One. Read on for a detailed rundown of the hardware and the basic facts released so far.
Using Airbnb is now a crime in New York City

Kate Knibbs

21 May 2013 | 10:15 am

An Airbnb host lost his case in New York for renting his apartment through the service. Is this the end for Airbnb in the five boroughs?
Rhode Island prepares to sell 38 Studios’ ‘Amalur’ IP

Michael Rougeau

21 May 2013 | 9:51 am

The state of Rhode Island is set to auction off 38 Studios' intellectual property, including all materials related to the now-closed developer's 'Amalur' games. A hearing in the state's lawsuit against Curt Schilling and 38 is scheduled for May 22, 2013.

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The Xbox One controller features 40 new improvements

Andru Edwards

21 May 2013 | 10:22 am

Aside from revealing the Xbox One, Microsoft has also updated Xbox 360 controller for the new Xbox One, bringing over 40 optimizations to the input device. Features mentioned include dynamic impulse triggers that support feedback, and a new D-pad design that, we bet, will do away with many of the complaints. The controller is also recognized by Kinect, with the example given that you might lift your controller, and in-game, you'd be raising a shield. Check out the Microsoft Xbox One reveal video. Tags: d-pad, kinect 2.0, microsoft, xbox, xbox one, xbox one controller, xbox one d-pad, The…
Microsoft announces the Xbox One

Andru Edwards

21 May 2013 | 10:05 am

At today's #XboxReveal event, Microsoft announced the Xbox One. Don Mattrick took the stage and said that Xbox One is a truly "all-in-one" box that is "simple, instant, and complete." From the looks of the device, it sports a dual-toned black color scheme with a slot-loading (goodbye, tray!) Blu-ray drive. We also get the standard Xbox power button with the ring of light surrounding it. When looking at the Xbox One hardware, it looks akin to an older set-top box. It's pretty wide and pretty tall, likely because of all the high-end guts on the inside. Speaking of specs, the Xbox…
Watch This Live: Microsoft reveals the new Xbox One

Andru Edwards

21 May 2013 | 9:43 am

Microsoft is set to reveal the new Xbox One this morning, with the event kicking off at 10:00am PDT / 1:00pm EDT/ We've got the video for you below after the break--just hit play when it's time! Continue reading Watch This Live: Microsoft reveals the new Xbox One Tags: gaming, live events, microsoft, video games, videos, xbox, xbox 360, xbox infinity, xbox live, xbox one, Watch This Live: Microsoft reveals the new Xbox One originally appeared on Gear Live on Tue, May 21, 2013 - 8:43:29
Bleeding Edge TV 481: HTC One review

Andru Edwards

21 May 2013 | 7:59 am

We bring you our HTC One review, taking a look at the hardware of the device that many are calling the best to come out of HTC ever. The HTC One is an Android smartphone with the custom BlinkFeed homescreen, and the UltraPixel camera (according to HTC) that stands above the rest of the smartphone camera market. HTC Zoe features are built into the camera as well, bringing power and flexibility to the camer app on the software side. The unibody aluminum construction also stands out to make this a beautiful device, and Beats Audio keeps the sound pumping. We go over all of this and more in our…
Watch this: Tim Cook & Apple Senate testimony

Andru Edwards

21 May 2013 | 7:37 am

Apple CEO Tim Cook and CFO Peter Oppenheimer are appearing before Senate today to address the methods Apple uses to determine how it pays taxes in the US and abroad, and you can watch everything happen live over at C-SPAN. Hit the link below! Tags: apple, c-span, legal, peter oppenheimer, senate, senate hearing, senate subcommittee, tim cook, Watch this: Tim Cook & Apple Senate testimony originally appeared on Gear Live on Tue, May 21, 2013 - 6:37:14

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Control Your Own Drone Army

21 May 2013 | 10:39 am

Startup DreamHammer envisions individuals being able to turn drones into a cheap, easily supervised workforce
New York Times CEO Lauds Digital Pay Model in Columbia Address

21 May 2013 | 9:12 am

Mark Thompson tells Columbia business students that bold, innovative risk-taking is the key to the future in U.S. media
Verizon, AT&T Benefit as Customers Give Up Cable—but Not TV

21 May 2013 | 8:58 am

As consumers spread their entertainment investments, smart media executives are starting to follow suit
Tumblr Deal Offers New York Startups Some Rare Affirmation

20 May 2013 | 1:49 pm

Yahoo's purchase of the hip media company is a feather in the cap of the Big Apple's tech community
The 25 Most Popular Tumblrs Reveal the Challenge for Yahoo!

20 May 2013 | 12:12 pm

Since few of Tumblr's blogs interest mainstream audiences, Yahoo will be hard-pressed to sells ads against the sites' content

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Em-, En-dash and hyphens and other writing stuff

Deanne Mayall

21 May 2013 | 11:35 am

I’m terrible with this – I use dashes and hyphens all the time – and mostly incorrectly – but with much enthusiasm – and I’ve seen other posts similar to this one, but this particular one caught my eye. For the uninitiated, here’s a short version: there are three types of dashes and hyphens – [...]
Blood test could predict postpartum depression

Futurity

21 May 2013 | 11:21 am

Chemical changes in two genes reliably predict if a woman will develop postpartum depression. A simple blood test foretelling depression after giving birth would give a woman and her doctors an opportunity to intervene before symptoms become debilitating. “Postpartum depression can be harmful to both mother and child,” says study leader Zachary Kaminsky, an assistant [...]
Safest places to live in US weather-wise

Deanne Mayall

21 May 2013 | 9:33 am

In the aftermath of yesterday’s devastating Oklahoma tornadoes and with sincere condolences to all who have suffered, Slate has taken a look at the US to discern where it’s safest to live. They asked: If an American wants to minimize his chances of dying at Mother Nature’s hands, where should he set up house? Slate crunched the [...]
Twitter map shows “geography of hate”

Deanne Mayall

21 May 2013 | 9:18 am

Students at Humboldt State University in California examined 150,000 tweets that were coded for location, and that contained racist, homophobic, or otherwise offensive terms. They then plotted the data on a map that describes were the most bigoted people in the US reside. Or, as the article says: …at least, where they’re the most open [...]
Love the pillows by Throwboy

Guy Kawasaki

21 May 2013 | 6:22 am

They come in logos as well as phrases such as “LOL,” “WTF,” and “OMG.” This one is my favorite, though.

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US Cellular Launches “Non-Stoppable” Kyocera Hydro XTRM Rugged Smartphone

Adrian Diaconescu

21 May 2013 | 11:03 am

After shortly appearing on our radar with a fairly modest and slightly overpriced rugged flip phone about three months back, Kyocera is again in the spotlight, though this time the Japanese smartphone manufacturer demands a little extra attention. The Hydro XTRM, the newest addition to the company’s already rich rugged mobile phone line-up, lands on more »Continue reading US Cellular Launches “Non-Stoppable” Kyocera Hydro XTRM Rugged SmartphoneRelated posts:Kyocera announces the water-resistant Hydro ICS smartphoneBoost Mobile to release the Kyocera Hydro water-proof phone on…
Pandora “Premiere” Allows U.S. Users to Preview Albums a Week Before Release

Juli Monroe

21 May 2013 | 10:16 am

If you’re a user of Pandora and like to stay on top of all the new music, you should be pretty excited now. Pandora is launching a new station that will allow US users to preview an album a week before release date. The new station is called “Pandora Premieres,” and it will feature albums more »Continue reading Pandora “Premiere” Allows U.S. Users to Preview Albums a Week Before ReleaseRelated posts:Another 20 million users in just 7 months, Pandora swings for fencesPandora music channel on Roku updated to version 3.0Pandora launches redesigned site with unlimited music
Online Retailer Accidentally Reveals Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 7.0 Pricing – $200

Adrian Diaconescu

21 May 2013 | 9:50 am

Samsung’s recently unveiled Galaxy Tab 3 7.0 may not have what it takes to give Apple’s iPads a run for their money and quite possibly it won’t be able to compete in the same league as the Nexus 7 either. Still, I’m certain there are a lot of people interested in it. Provided, of course, it’s going to be…Continue reading Online Retailer Accidentally Reveals Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 7.0 Pricing – $200Related posts:Sprint lowers Samsung Galaxy Tab pricing, now down to $199.99 on a two year agreementVerizon lowers Samsung Galaxy Tab pricing by $100, now down to to $499Samsung Makes…
NuForce MMP Amplifies Headphones and Mobile Music

Stanley Goodner

21 May 2013 | 9:18 am

NuForce Inc., a leader in professional and consumer audio gear, announces the release of its Mobile Music Pump (MMP), a portable headphone amplifier designed to enhance the sound quality of your MP3 files. The fact is that the majority of hand-held audio playback devices simply aren’t capable of adequately powering many of today’s quality headphones, more »Continue reading NuForce MMP Amplifies Headphones and Mobile MusicRelated posts:Gadgetell Guide: Should I buy headphones or earbuds?Experience Headphones that Fit Your Genre, Quality of MusicIn the battle to fill your ears with music,…
Deal Alert: Sprint Galaxy S4 and AT&T HTC One Going for $130 via Amazon

Adrian Diaconescu

21 May 2013 | 8:55 am

Most hardcore tech aficionados nowadays probably don’t need incentive bonuses or special treats to go for the Android titans – Samsung’s Galaxy S4 or HTC’s One. But if for some reason you’re still on the fence about buying one of the two, Amazon will likely seal the deal with its latest price cuts. Both beasts go for $129.99 nowadays…Continue reading Deal Alert: Sprint Galaxy S4 and AT&T HTC One Going for $130 via AmazonRelated posts:Deal Alert: Amazon Sells Sprint Galaxy S4 for $168, AT&T S4 is $200 for UpgradersDeal Alert: Amazon Sells Sprint’s Samsung Galaxy Note…

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The Artificial Insect Eye That Will Give Sight To Tiny Drones

Andrew Liszewski

21 May 2013 | 11:29 am

Humans see the world through a pair of high resolution, single lens eyes that allow us to adjust focus and pinpoint fine details. But simpler creatures, like insects, instead rely on compound eyes that have lower resolution but offer a much wider distortion-free field-of-view that's actually better suited for lightning fast motion perception. And as researchers work towards designing autonomous drones that will behave like futuristic artificial bugs, it's only fitting that they also work to replicate how an insect sees.Read more...
The Industrial Design Behind Xbox One's "Invisible" System

Kelsey Campbell-Dollaghan

21 May 2013 | 11:07 am

When Microsoft introduced Kinect three years ago, it brought pervasive computing into many homes for the very first time. Today, with the announcement of Xbox One, it's poised to pull millions of Americans into the era of the truly connected home. And we're all going to look damn good getting there.Read more...
Dragonfly Wings Are Amazing In Slow Motion

Brent Rose

21 May 2013 | 11:05 am

Destin, our friend over at Smarter Every Day, has expanded our brains once again. Did you know that dragonfly wings work differently than nearly every other insect, utilizing a direct flight mechanism? Did you know that they can operate each wing independently, enabling them to glide like a bird? Even if you did know all that, you've probably never seen that complex musculature in action.Read more...
WHAT Steven Spielberg Is Making a Live-Action Halo Series

Ashley Feinberg

21 May 2013 | 10:48 am

We thought we knew a lot about what was coming at today's Xbox One announcement (and we did!). But there's at least one phenomenal surprise that the internet was able to keep it's mouth shut about: a new installment of the Halo franchise is making its way to a living room near you—in the form of a live action television series. And Spielberg's directing.Read more...
Xbox One Could the Best Friend Your TV Ever Had

Leslie Horn

21 May 2013 | 10:44 am

Xbox One is making TV watching awesome. It's an incredible multitasker that can do the things your regular old remote does better, along with voice and gesture controls. But that's just the beginning. Read more...

Wired: Gadgets
Close Up With Xbox One: Every Photo You Could Ever Want

Peter Rubin

21 May 2013 | 10:30 am

As part of WIRED's exclusive look at the development and capabilities of the Xbox One, we present a detailed look at the hardware. (Well, the exterior of it, at least. We've got another gallery for the insides.) Can you spot ...
Exclusive First Look at Xbox One

Peter Rubin

21 May 2013 | 10:30 am

Wired's exclusive look at Microsoft's next-gen console, Xbox One.
From Green Light to Boot-Up: Behind the Scenes of Xbox One’s Development

Peter Rubin

21 May 2013 | 10:30 am

All photos: Ariel Zambelich/Wired
tit for tat | Microsoft: ‘Google Refused to Work With Us on Our YouTube App’

Alexandra Chang

21 May 2013 | 9:48 am

A week after Google sent Microsoft a cease and desist letter to remove its YouTube Windows Phone app, Microsoft makes a public response.
Cat-App Fever: 3 Ways to Turn Your iPad Into a Cat Toy

Lore Sjöberg

21 May 2013 | 9:44 am

Your cat gets to do whatever it wants everywhere else in the house, so why not give it control of the iPad, too?

HotHardware
Long-awaited Xbox One Makes Its Debut, Microsoft Aims for All-in-One Entertainment Center

21 May 2013 | 7:52 am

Because “Xbox 720” was ultimately kind of a dumb name, Microsoft wisely went with something different for its new console: Xbox One. At Microsoft headquarters today, the Xbox crew debuted Xbox One, showed off its new features, and promised to give us more at E3 next month. The most impressive feature of the Xbox One, at least at...
Report Suggests Samsung Will Use Intel Processors In Next Galaxy Tab

21 May 2013 | 6:13 am

Although Samsung’s Galaxy Tab devices are generally very fine products, the sheer number of SKUs in the line make individual Tabs less interesting. However, there’s a rumor that the upcoming Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 will be packing an Intel chip instead of a homegrown Samsung Exynos or other mobile processor. According to Android Authority,...
The Original Killer App Killed. Lotus 1-2-3 Goes EOL

21 May 2013 | 5:25 am

Say your goodbyes, folks, Lotus 1-2-3 is being forced into retirement. For those of you old enough to remember Lotus 1-2-3, you might be shocked to learn that it was still on the market after all this time. Many people got their introduction to spreadsheets courtesy of IBM's legacy software, though Lotus 1-2-3 wasn't actually the first spreadsheet...
AMD Poaches Senior Marketing Manager From NVIDIA

21 May 2013 | 4:11 am

Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) continues to attract high-level talent from around the industry as it gears up to compete in a new era of computing. The latest person to jump into AMD's talent pool is an old friend of ours, Sean Pelletier, a former HotHardware editor and more recently NVIDIA's Senior Technical Marketing Manager for Windows, Windows...
Samsung’s Next Android Tablet To Have Intel Atom Inside

21 May 2013 | 4:05 am

The mobile market is a bitter one for Intel at the moment, as up to this point, it's been unable to secure any major design wins using its Atom-based SoCs. There have been a couple of phone releases, but they've been far and few between, and mostly targeted at Europe. A couple of months ago, one win came in the form of ASUS' Fonepad, a 7-inch...

David Pogue
The E-Book Piracy Debate, Revisited

By DAVID POGUE

9 May 2013 | 11:39 am

A publisher's decision to remove copy protection from its e-books revives a debate over whether such features hurt or help revenue -- and not just for books.
Genius in Helsinki!

By DAVID POGUE

6 May 2013 | 5:00 am

A technological surprise on a layover in Finland.
A Journey to the World of European Tech

By DAVID POGUE

2 May 2013 | 10:11 am

Some travel notes from Europe, where an American discovers a different technological world.
Typing, Made Easy

By DAVID POGUE

25 Apr 2013 | 12:11 pm

The BlackBerry Q10 has the classic BlackBerry design: half-height screen above, physical keyboard below.
The HTC One Deserves Its Place in the Spotlight

By DAVID POGUE

10 Apr 2013 | 3:34 pm

HTC should grab the headlines with its newest phone, the One — the most beautiful Android phone you've ever seen.

Gear Diary
Google Wants to Pretend It Is from the ‘Land of And’

Michael Anderson

21 May 2013 | 11:00 am

The Land of And As noted pretty much everywhere last week, Google introduced new stuff at Google I/O. They also had a keynote by Larry Page, and one of the things he said that was picked up widely was: Every story I read about Google is “us versus some other company” or some stupid thing, and I just don’t find that very interesting. We should be building great things that don’t exist. Being negative isn’t how we make progress. Most important things are not zero sum, there is a lot of opportunity out there. Many sites took this as a statement showing how Google doesn’t want to…
Domeo Recliner Folio iPad Case Review

Travis Ehrlich

21 May 2013 | 11:00 am

A good case on an iPad is a must have; not only do you need protection but also some function for many uses in different situations. I prefer cases that double as a stand while also providing some protection. Folio cases are also among my favorites since they easily close like a folder and keep the iPad covered when not in use. I recently had the opportunity to try out the Recliner Folio from Domeo; let’s take a look. The Recliner Folio looks like most folio style cases, as it folds together to look like a notebook or folder. The case sports a tri-fold design; the flap that holds it…
FL Studio Mobile Gets Android Support – Hands-on Review

Michael Anderson

21 May 2013 | 10:00 am

FLStudio Mobile Android OK, I will admit to being almost entirely negative about the state of music production apps on the Android platform. Much of this centers on one absolute reality – iOS has core audio services built-in that take care of things for developers, whereas on Android not only is there a lack of such services, the audio system is so weak that there is no assurance of a low-lag environment on any device. That has meant it was up to developers to code their own low-lag audio system for their apps, and has also meant that very few apps are available. Now Image-Line has…
Swann HD PenCam Lets Dad Feel Like a Secret Agent

Dan Cohen

21 May 2013 | 8:15 am

The Swann HD PenCam Mini 720p Video Camera and Recorder will let dad feel like a super agent man. The camera looks like a ballpoint pen one minute, but it transforms into a high-tech spying device the next. As a pen the Swann HD PenCam Mini 720p Video Camera and Recorder looks nice; it has a ribbed casing with metallic gold trim. A pocket clip holds the pen safely in your pocket. Looks, however, can be deceiving. continue reading
Live Score Tennis for iOS Ready for the 2013 French Open

Bryan Eley

21 May 2013 | 7:15 am

For you tennis aficionados out there, the 2013 French Open is nearly upon us, and if you are gainfully employed (read: busy working away from the TV) you might have some difficulty keeping abreast of the latest match developments while at work. You know the routine: if you are an office type, IT (folks like me) are doing their darned best to keep employees from being distracted by fun and keeping their productive noses to the grindstone. If you are working on the go, it’s a bit of a herculean effort to find a place to sit down and keep up with the latest in tennis news and scores.

Lifehacker
The ChargeCard Charges Your Phone, Fits In Your Wallet

Alan Henry

17 May 2013 | 4:00 am

The ChargeCard is a tiny, credit-card sized USB charging card that slips into a pocket or fits into your wallet, and makes sure you're never without a USB cable for data or power to keep your phone or other mobile devices juiced up. If you've ever wished you had a USB cable handy, or ever had to borrow someone else's charger, this gadget is for you. The beauty of the ChargeCard is that it's thin and small enough to fit just about anywhere, and means you'll have both a USB data cable and a charging cable for your devices on you at all times. It fits in any credit card slot, money clip, or…
You've Started Self-Tracking. Now What?

Tessa Miller

7 May 2013 | 6:00 am

According to figures published recently by Pew Internet Research, only 46% of people who track some aspect of their health say that it has changed their overall approach to maintaining their health. This is a startlingly low number. If less than half of self-trackers are able to find any actionable benefits, what on earth are the rest self-tracking for? If you’ve just started self-tracking, you may well be wondering the same thing–how should you use the data that you collect to make genuine self-improvements? The sheer quantity of data can be overwhelming. If you're one of those who are…
Top 10 Ways to Save Money on Tech

Whitson Gordon

4 May 2013 | 8:00 am

We technophiles picked an expensive hobby to pursue, but that doesn't mean you can't cut a few corners. Here are the best ways to save money on tech without taking a step down in quality. 10. Skip the Extended Warranty Every time you go to buy a gadget, no matter how big or small, you've probably been asked whether you want to buy an extended warranty or other form of insurance. Not only will these increase the cost of the product, but they just aren't always worth it. If you're particularly clumsy and tend to break things, go for it—but otherwise, you're probably better off creating your…
The ScreenDeck Adds Much Needed Storage Right Above Your HDTV

Alan Henry

2 May 2013 | 4:00 am

The ScreenDeck is a shelf that mounts to your TV and gives you storage for DVDs, video games, a Kinect or Wii Sensor Bar, or a center channel speaker right over your HDTV. Whether you like to keep a tidy entertainment center or just want your set-top box to actually sit on top of your set, this shelf does the trick. The ScreenDeck mounts to the VESA mounting holes on the back of your TV (assuming your set is VESA compliant) and comes in three sizes: One for 30"-37" TVs, one for 37"-47" TVs, and one for TVs 50" or larger. The shelf is 5" deep and 17 3/4"…
Most Popular Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC): WooAudio WA7 Fireflies

Alan Henry

30 Apr 2013 | 2:15 pm

A good digital-to-analog converter (or DAC) can seriously improve your music. We've explained why, but this week we wanted to know which ones you thought were the best. Then we looked at the five best DACs based on your nominations, and put them to a vote. Now we're back to feature the winner. Surprisingly, the WooAudio WA7 "Fireflies" took the top spot, even though they're not widely available yet and their price point puts them way out of reach for many budget-conscious buyers. Still, many of you rallied around their space-saving, minimal design and vacuum tube-awesomeness, and it…

Craziest Gadgets
Water Tag Vests Set is Like a Wet Laser Tag

Craziest Gadgets Jeff

21 May 2013 | 11:30 am

It’s just like laser tag but with water! The Water Sports Water Tag set is a set of 2 vests and matching “Stream Machine” water shooters. Strap on the velcro adjustable vest and blast your opponent. As they get wetter, the water gauge level on their vest rises to the top until they’re out. Super summer fun, it adds a whole new dimension to water gun fights (the ability to win!)Water Tag Vests Set is Like a Wet Laser Tag
Collapsible Silicone Bucket

Craziest Gadgets Jeff

21 May 2013 | 11:01 am

Buckets usually end up taking up a lot of space for something that (while necessary) is used only infrequently. Most of the time you end up using the bucket to store other things in. With the Pack-Away Bucket, you can easily store a bucket anywhere- closet, under the sink, car, RV, anywhere. It’s made of durable silicone in 6 color choices and simply folds down when not in use. Of course you can’t flip it over and sit on it like a plastic bucket and you certainly can’t turn it into a drumkit but it is simple and practical. (via gessato)Collapsible Silicone Bucket
iPad Holding Toilet Paper Stand

Craziest Gadgets Jeff

21 May 2013 | 9:05 am

Holds the two most important things you need when you’re going to the bathroom! The iPad Commode Caddy lets you take care of business while you take care of your business. This chromed steel stand holds a roll of toilet paper (shown dispensing tp in the incorrect “from the bottom” method- argh!) on the bottom and an iPad on top with a 10″ flexible gooseneck to adjust it to the optimal reading position. Say goodbye to the magazine basket and hello to the digital age.iPad Holding Toilet Paper Stand
LightSkin Bicycle Seat Post with LED Lights

Craziest Gadgets Jeff

20 May 2013 | 11:19 am

Add an unobtrusive yet highly visible way to be seen at night while bike riding with the LightSkin Bicycle Seat Post from Epic Bike. This seat post replaces your normal seat post with one that has a set of 5 battery powered LED lights on the back. The waterproof lights last 400 hours on a set of batteries. Check out this highly stylized video demonstrating it’s setup and use:That’s some styling, profiling, and safe cycling. There’s 5 different lighting modes each with all 5 lights and with just 3 lights, one of which may or may not be called “disco mode”. But…
Nesting Piggy Banks

Craziest Gadgets Jeff

20 May 2013 | 10:55 am

Kids (and adults) can really learn about the power of saving with a set of Nesting Piggy Banks. Have kids use one for savings and one for charity. Or to save for something big and something small. Or for different coins. The larger “momma” piggy bank has an indentation where the small one can nuzzle in. Made of hand-cast ceramic glazed and available in pale pink or bright white.Nesting Piggy Banks

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This Fur Ball Will Clean Your Floors and Look Cute Doing It

Oliver

8 May 2013 | 1:36 pm

For some reason the Mocoro Robotic Fur Ball Vacuum Cleaner seems a lot lazier than it’s cousin, the Roomba. However, the Mocoro has a unique twist that only the Japanese could add to a robotic dust sweeper: it’s cute as hell. The Mocoro Robotic Fur Ball Vacuum Cleaner, which comes in pink, orange and shocking green, and looks like a ball covered in shag carpeting, operates on an internal timer and rolls around your living space, or office for that matter, picking up dirt and dust in all those hard to reach spaces. This adorable dust magnet will also run continuously for up to three hours…
The Re-Timer: You’ll Look Ridiculous, But Well Rested

Oliver

3 May 2013 | 12:30 pm

Sleep is one of the most fundamental parts of human life. As most mattress salesmen will remind you, we spend over a third of our lives in an unconscious, resting state. And regardless if we have the latest Tempur-Pedic that somehow magically allows us to doze off peacefully while somebody is jumping on the bed with a full glass of wine, we still can’t get the whole sleeping thing right. Now, after 25 years of research, Australian scientists have released a device called the Re-Timer, which is a green light device that you wear like a pair of glasses to help reset your body clock. Sorry…
ProDesk3D: The World’s First Full Color 3D Desktop Printer

Oliver

1 May 2013 | 3:08 pm

There is no doubt that 3D printing is going to take over the world in the next decade. I mean, being able to print out a pair of flip-flops is a whole lot better than going to the store or waiting a few days for them to ship, right? It took almost 30 years for televisions to go from black and white to color. Now, only after a few years we have the world’s first color 3D desktop printer from BotObjects. The new ProDesk3D, which looks like a sleek and modern orange juicer, is one of the most advanced 3D desktop printers on the market. Over the years, the objective with consumer based 3D…
The iBeetle: Is This Real Life?

Oliver

30 Apr 2013 | 3:13 pm

Finally, an iPhone you can drive around. Recently, at the Shanghai Auto Show in China, Volkswagen introduced their newest model called the iBeetle, which is the first model with a newly developed iPhone docking station and application interface. Essentially, it is the first automobile fully integrated with the smartphone. This marriage of Apple and Volkswagen is certainly not new. The Beetle, which was first designed in the early 30s by a famous German führer and then became a symbol of hippies and flower power in the 1970s, made a come back in the early 2000s after a long decline in…
Mammuth Rewarron is a Huge Remote Control Car for the Big Kid at Heart

Charles LaRocca

26 Apr 2013 | 1:50 pm

What happens when little boys who love their toys grow up? They buy a 6 foot long, 170lb, 350cc four stroke, 1:3 scale remote control truck. No, that is not a typo, the guys at Mammuth Works have essentially created a race ready quad, added some servos and, terrifyingly, removed the driver. I am obviously oversimplifying this custom fabricated beast for the sake of comparison because, well… it’s hard to imagine just how big a 1:3 scale R/C car is – it’s not exactly something you can pick up at your local hobby shop. The vehicle isn’t just massive either, it’s also packed…

Geek.com
Sony’s stock price explodes as first details of Xbox One drop

Matthew Humphries

21 May 2013 | 11:36 am

Microsoft has just spent the better part of an hour introducing the Xbox One, and the general feeling I’m walking away with is disappointment. Viewing Twitter that seems to be the general consensus…
Xbox 720 now officially known as the Xbox One

Russell Holly

21 May 2013 | 10:37 am

In a massive tent somewhere far away from blurry Sony videos, Microsoft took to the stage today and announced what has been commonly referred to as the Xbox 720 – now officially dubbed…
Xbox 720 reveal: Microsoft’s next console is the Xbox One

Sal Cangeloso

21 May 2013 | 9:21 am

Microsoft's next-gen Xbox reveal is today, at 1PM! We'll post the livestream here and link off to our coverage. Let the countdown begin!
Opera 14 for Android hits Google Play with Chromium 26 under the hood

Lee Mathews

21 May 2013 | 8:37 am

Back in February, Opera sent shockwaves through the software world when it announced that it was killing its own Presto engine and moving to the same Chromium core that powers Google Chrome. Now,…
Watch the Leap Motion control Windows 8 with ease

Sal Cangeloso

21 May 2013 | 8:00 am

Leap Motion is the long-time-coming, touch-free gesture controller designed for use with your operating system of choice. Up until today we knew that it would work with Windows, but in demos we’ve only…

Boing Boing
Modified Liberator 3D printed gun made with cheap printer, fires 9 shots

Cory Doctorow

21 May 2013 | 6:46 am

Joe, an engineer from Wisconsin, modified the (now censored) designs for Defense Distributed's 3D printed gun, the Liberator, and printed a working model on a Lulzbot A0-101, a $1,725 consumer printer that is much cheaper and more widely available than the Stratasys Dimension SST printer used by Defense Distributed. The gun printed by Joe, which he’s nicknamed the “Lulz Liberator,” was printed over 48 hours with just $25 of plastic on a desktop machine affordable to many consumers, and was fired far more times. “People think this takes an $8,000 machine and that it blows up on the…
How to get cinematic video from a point-and-shoot camera

Rob Beschizza

20 May 2013 | 9:29 am

The first step, unfortunately, is that you have to have Sony's remarkable but rather expensive RX100, whose larger sensor makes much of the difference. Fortunately, the rest is all menu settings to get a flat image profile and 25fps. Guides from Run, Gun and Shoot and from EOSHD have the technical goods, but you'll need to cough up your own mise en scène.
Printing a gun is hard

Cory Doctorow

17 May 2013 | 7:38 am

Caleb sez, "The Department of Defense ordered that 3d printed gun removed from the Internet. That didn't work out. You can still download it and print it. I did, and found that the files are a mess and not really functional. I also took a cool timelapse video of the printing." 1. the scale on the individual files was way off. I suspect this has something to do with the printer it was designed for. It seemed very close to being 1 inch = 1 mm. Not a completely uncommon problem. Manually resizing got some files to look right, but I found many simply wouldn’t resize. 2. Almost every single item…
Haunted Mansion wallpaper and fabric

Cory Doctorow

16 May 2013 | 7:19 pm

Kristen sez, "The DoomBuggies website has released a version of the Haunted Mansion Corridor of Doors wallpaper in fabric, wallpaper and gift wrap, and according to the DoomBuggies facebook page, it's the same graphic that has been used by Disney. 'This is created from the same artwork that we created for Disney's official Haunted Mansion 40th Anniversary CD box set and CD insert,' according to Jeff Baham, the owner of DoomBuggies.com." DoomBuggies Eye Fabric
Hilda (from the kids' comic) as an 8" vinyl toy

Cory Doctorow

16 May 2013 | 6:05 am

The good people at London's Nobrow Press have done an 8" vinyl toy for the outstanding kids' comic Hilda, created by Luke Pearson (reviews: Book 0, Book 1; Book 2). The Hilda toy is grownup-collector-expensive, but it's also a very nice piece -- I saw one in person last night when I brought my daughter and her friend to the Nobrow store on the way to our weekly daddy-daughter pizza dinner. Hilda Toy

Geekologie
Some People Have Friends: Zelda Game Boy B-Day Cake

21 May 2013 | 12:00 pm

This is the Zelda themed Game Boy birthday cake made for *squinting* dammit, ENHANCE PHOTO! Shoot, I still can't read it. Frodzi Wippies? Whatever, the name of who is was made for isn't the point. The point is what the hell is going on with that dude's face on the right? Is he high? Just a bad picture taker? Did he draw that picture of him and his friends that's hanging beside him? Because that's a pretty impressive piece for a guy who can't open his eyes. Thanks to ChaosLex and chichi, who agree the best cakes are the ones with a scantily clad dancer that jumps out but doesn't fall on their…
I Call Green Ranger: Power Ranger Long Sleeve T-Shirts

21 May 2013 | 11:00 am

You know what's cooler than being cool? Being cool in a $26 long sleeve Power Ranger t-shirt from 80'sTees. Just look at Peter Ponytail here. He's wearing thumb and index finger rings on opposite hands. And rings, as I'm sure none of you were aware, are a symbol of fertility that I just made up. You know how many women this man has slept with? Try infinity. And the symbol for infinity is like an 8 resting on its side because it's so worn out from all the crazy sex this man has been having. Coincidence? If this guy taught a class, I would take it. And I would retake it repeatedly until I…
3-Kilometer Bridge In China Demolished In 20-Seconds

21 May 2013 | 10:30 am

This is a fairly poor quality video of a 3-kilometer bridge in China being demolished with explosives in 20-seconds. Impressive, but I could have done it in half that. Just don't ask me how. "How?" I SAID DON'T ASK. "No but seriously." I blew Zeus. Hit the jump for the video. Or don't, I'm not your babysitter (except I kind of am if you think about it).
DVD Looks & Smells Like A Pizza After Being Played

21 May 2013 | 9:30 am

This is a DVD with a special heat-activated label on top that changes from black to a photo of a pizza and smells like a pizza when heated up in your DVD player. When heated up in a toaster oven? It smells even better. In partnership with 10 local video rental stores, Domino's printed special labels with flavored varnish on movie discs including Argo, James Bond, and The Dark Knight. As the discs heat up, the label's movie title is gradually replaced with an image of a pizza. And, once the movie is over and the disc is removed from the player, the user is also treated to the smell of fresh…
Smelling Super: Batman And Superman Scented Colognes

21 May 2013 | 8:30 am

These are the Batman and Superman scented colognes developed by Marmol & Son and available at Hot Topic for twenty coconuts. Hot Topic is a cool store. Plus it's right next to the Auntie Anne pretzel place at my local mall so I always roll in there WITH A PIPING HOT PRETZEL DOG. I don't even know if my local mall has a Hot Topic. Or a pretzel place. I wasn't telling the truth back there and I'm sorry. I know relationships are supposed to be built on trust and not sacred Indian burial grounds which is why I think we should move. Thanks to carey, who informed me the bottles also double as…

Cool Tools
Skagen Titanium Blue Dial Watch

mark

21 May 2013 | 2:00 am

I have owned a Skagen watch for almost a decade. I grew up on bulky cheap utilitarian watches (which I still own & use while doing work around the house or while camping) and always thought that most fancy watches were boring, heavy and identical. Until I picked up a Skagen. Skagen watches are sleek, durable and completely different from anything else on the market. The case of my watch is less than 8mm thick. It doesn’t even feel like I’m wearing a watch. They come in various colors, metals & different dial designs. The titanium band coupled with the thinness of their…
ROK Espresso Maker

mark

20 May 2013 | 2:00 am

Over the years, I have tried many different ways to make coffee, from cowboy percolators to French press carafes to Chemex drippers. As I’ve moved through the years, however, the reduced acids of espresso have attracted me, and I happily settled on espresso for my java. If you have tried conventional espresso machines, you are familiar with the grinding, the hissing, and the pumping that accompanies every cup. With the advent of the ROK espresso maker, all that goes away. With this truly portable device, now that perfect shot of espresso can be had wherever there is hot water — at the…
Understanding Wood

mark

19 May 2013 | 2:00 am

Wood is one of the most versatile materials known. You can coax it into uncountable forms. However It exhibits extremely complex behavior, as if it were still living. This tome dives deep into woodology, and returns with great insight into what wood wants. It is essential understanding for anyone wishing to master working with wood. -- KKUnderstanding Wood Bruce Hoadley 2000, 280 pages $27 Available from AmazonSample Excerpts: A knot is the basal portion of a branch whose structure becomes surrounded by the enlarging stem. Since branches begin with lateral buds, knots can always be traced…
Jimi Wallet

mark

18 May 2013 | 2:00 am

The Jimi Wallet is a minimalist hard-shell plastic case design. It’s the perfect antidote to the “Costanza Wallet” syndrome my dad had, because it forces you to discard all but what you really need. The Jimi has room for exactly three pieces of plastic, a security access card, and a money clip that holds 5-6 bills. That’s it. The Jimi pops open with a bit of pressure applied to a few dimples. You can do it easily with one hand without looking. I have owned several Jimis over the last decade. The build quality is excellent. Realistically, I find that I get three years…
Giveaway! Copy of Getting Started with Arduino

mark

17 May 2013 | 6:12 pm

Cool Tools is giving away a copy of the book, Getting Started with Arduino* to one person who signs up for the Cool Tools Newsletter between now and Thursday, May 23 at 10pm PT. (Current newsletter subscribers are automatically included in the running.) From the publisher’s description: Arduino is the open-source electronics prototyping platform that’s taken the design and hobbyist world by storm. This thorough introduction, updated for Arduino 1.0, gives you lots of ideas for projects and helps you work with them right away. From getting organized to putting the final touches on your…

Mobile
A lithium ion battery that can last 25% longer from startup Amprius

Katie Fehrenbacher

21 May 2013 | 11:38 am

A lithium ion battery that can power a smart phone or tablet for up to 25 percent longer between charges is now out in the marketplace, from a venture capital-backed battery startup that has been very quiet for several years. The company, Amprius, is backed by a group of investors including Google chairman Eric Schmidt, VantagePoint Venture Partners, and Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers, among others. We included Amprius, which was launched in 2008 as a spin out from Stanford University, on our list of 13 battery startups to watch in 2013. The startup has developed a battery based on…
Sprint ups its bid for Clearwire at the eleventh hour

Kevin Fitchard

21 May 2013 | 11:03 am

Facing the possibility of a shareholder revolt on Tuesday, Sprint at the last minute boosted its offer for Clearwire from $2.97 to $3.40 a share. Clearwire shareholders were set to vote today on the deal – which would give Sprint the roughly 50 percent of Clearwire it doesn’t already own — but Clearwire canceled its stockholder meeting when the new offer came in, rescheduling the vote for Thursday, May 30. Ever since Sprint made its $2.1 billion buyout offer in December, Clearwire shareholders have been expressing increasing dissatisfaction with the terms of the deal, especially…
Leaked benchmarks suggest Intel could power Samsung’s Galaxy Tab 3 10.1

Kevin C. Tofel

21 May 2013 | 9:17 am

Intel may be poised to get its silicon inside Samsung’s popular brand of Galaxy tablets based on online benchmark test results. The GFXBench site, which gathers user-submitted device performance test data from a benchmark app, shows a “Samsung Santos 103″ tablet with the product designation GT-P5200 running Android on an Intel Clovertrail chip. The various product designations all allude to Samsung’s third-generation Galaxy Tab 10.1 slate. According to the testing details, the device in question uses a 1280 x 800 display and is running Android 4.2.2. The processor can…
Nvidia’s new Tegra superchip boasts 150 Mbps speeds, but it’s not LTE-Advanced

Kevin Fitchard

21 May 2013 | 8:35 am

Nvidia’s first integrated smartphone chip won’t just have the latest and greatest Tegra processor; it will support some impressive LTE connection speeds as well. Nvidia has upgraded the radio of its forthcoming Tegra 4i to support download speeds of 150 Mbps, capabilities it began demoing at CTIA Wireless in Las Vegas this week. Nvidia is showing that even though it’s new to the radio silicon market, it’s keeping up with the technical prowess of the competition. The 150 Mbps benchmark is the most cutting edge LTE device currently available (in industry parlance it’s know as category…
Brow.si wants to make mobile websites behave like native apps

David Meyer

21 May 2013 | 8:00 am

Publishers these days have a choice when it comes to mobile: design for the mobile browser, or go the app route. Apps tend to allow greater functionality, but it’s a lot more efficient to create a website that renders well on both the desktop and mobile – hence the so-called “responsive design” movement. Now MySiteApp, the Israeli company that previously put out the UppSite tool for converting websites into native apps, has brought out a new service called Brow.si for making mobile websites behave like apps. Brow.si is a multifunctional toolbar that can be easily inserted…

Automated Home
My Automated Home: Open Source Automation

Mark McCall

20 May 2013 | 12:09 am

Ever since I was a kid and saw my first remote controlled light, I got it in my head that this was something that I had to have. I have always been fascinated by computers, robotics and all things electronic, and home automation fits perfectly in the middle of all of that. So here I [...]
Video: Lighting with Loxone

Mark McCall

15 May 2013 | 12:19 am

We’ve covered some in-depth Loxone Case Studies already, but here’s something really easy to digest. The Loxone guys have put together a quick 90 second video showing their Miniserver set up to control lighting ‘scenes’. With home automation systems like this you get much more than the ability to just remotely turn lights on and [...]
Control4 Announces New Wireless Lighting Control Family

Mark McCall

13 May 2013 | 12:11 am

Control4 have announced a new family of of wireless lighting control products. The company says they reduce programming complexity and are ideal for both for retrofit and new build projects. The new Control4 Wireless Lighting family includes Keypads, Switches, Controllers and Dimmers. Make sure to check out both videos below… Control4, a market leader in home automation systems, today [...]
TWiT Demonstrates Google Glass – Home Automation Potential?

Mark McCall

9 May 2013 | 12:15 am

There have been plenty of Google Glass reviews already but last Sundays episode of ‘This Week in Tech’ provided one of the best insights yet into the product. The $1,500 developer preview should be more like $200-$500 once it’s available as a consumer product in 2014. But it’s going to require an adjustment to ’social norms’ before we [...]
New Trent iCarrier Heavy Duty Dual USB Charger Review

Mark McCall

7 May 2013 | 12:30 am

We all have gadgets that seemingly need endless charging and the nature of our favourite mobile devices means that they are often away from a mains power source. Smart phones and particularly modern tablets like the iPad have even more demanding charging requirements. For the last four years I’ve been using a little external USB [...]

Crave
NASA funds attempt at 3D food printer for pizza

21 May 2013 | 11:30 am

This schematic shows how the 3D food printer would function. (Credit: Systems and Materials Research) "Star Trek" food replicators will always be the holy grail of space-snack technology, but we could be edging a step closer to the dream thanks to the work of mechanical engineer Anjan Contractor with Systems and Materials Research in Austin, Texas. Systems and Materials Research recently received a $125,000 grant from NASA to make a pizza. OK, it's a little more complicated than that. Contractor already created a proof-of-concept printer that can print chocolate onto a cookie. His next goal…
New smart fabric mimics the way skin perspires

21 May 2013 | 10:54 am

Researchers turned to the human skin for inspiration behind new moisture-wicking fabric. (Credit: Vox Efx/Flickr) Biomedical engineers are unveiling a new type of fabric that, much like human skin, can turn excess sweat into droplets that simply fall away on their own accord. "We intentionally did not use any fancy microfabrication techniques so it is compatible with the textile manufacturing process and very easy to scale up," said Siyuan Xing in a school news release. Xing is the lead biomedical engineering student on the project at the University of California, Davis. An article in the…
Microsoft unveils Xbox One

21 May 2013 | 10:09 am

Don Mattrick, president of Microsoft's interactive entertainment business, kicks off the Xbox event in Redmond, Wash. (Credit: James Martin/CNET) Microsoft on Tuesday unveiled the Xbox One, the newest version of its popular game console. Don Mattrick, president of Microsoft's interactive entertainment business, said the company wanted to design and build the "ultimate all-in-one home entertainment system." The Xbox One will be available around the world later this year. Related stories: CNET's live coverage of the Xbox event What to expect at Microsoft's Xbox reveal event Next Xbox shipments…
Print your photographs in 3D

21 May 2013 | 9:20 am

(Credit: Amanda Ghassaei) Step aside, home photo printer! The age of the 3D printer is just beginning. But then what are you supposed to do with all those digital photos sitting on your hard drive? Well, thanks to Amanda Ghassaei of Instructables -- who showed us how to make a 3D-printed record -- you can try printing them in 3D. Using an Objet500 Connex 3D printer that prints at 600dpi, along with ModelBuilder library and the Processing open-source programming language, Ghassaei converted her photographs into a printable topography. How do they work? When printed, the semitransparent…
Wii U Basic price slashed by 20 percent at Target

21 May 2013 | 8:48 am

The Wii U is selling for just $239.99 at Target. (Credit: Screenshot by Lance Whitney/CNET) Will gamers bite at a Wii U console that costs $239 instead of $299? Target is now selling Nintendo's diminutive console at a 20 percent discount off the full retail amount. The $239.99 price is for the 8GB white version of the console; the 32GB black version will still run Target customers the full $349.99. Target's price may mark a new low for the basic edition of the Wii U. Most retailers charge the full $299.99. Amazon offers a small discount, selling it for $279. Target's discount may be in order…

MAKE
MAKE Asks: Projects from our Pages

Michael Colombo

21 May 2013 | 11:00 am

MAKE Asks: is a weekly column where we ask you, our readers, for responses to maker-related questions. We hope the column sparks interesting conversation and is a way for us to get to know more about each other.Read the full article on MAKE
Controlling 5 Servos With a Raspberry Pi

John Baichtal

21 May 2013 | 10:46 am

Pierre Villeneuve attached five hobby servos to a Lego model, controlled with a motor control board board and a RasPi. This is a nice way of controlling a Lego robot without needing to use Lego’s robotics components! I initially tried to control my servos directly from the Raspberry Pi through […]Read the full article on MAKE
LA Times: Maker Faire may be Silicon Valley’s Most Important Export

Ken Denmead

20 May 2013 | 8:51 pm

The magic of Maker Faire is spreading, and the excitement around the maker movement is getting noticed. Today's example is a piece penned by the LA Times' Chris O'Brien, who attended the Bay Area Maker Faire this last weekend, and like so many others, came away thrilled and optimistic.Read the full article on MAKE
Pirate Pancake Follows Captain Crepe

TravisGood

20 May 2013 | 5:38 pm

What's an antidote to too much time spent online? Joe Sandor's answer was making something with your hands and spending face-to-face time with friends. It was the social aspect of making and eating crepes that originally inspired the Captain Crepe Pan. That success lead this sculptor to his second adventure in limited-edition artist cook-castings: the Pirate Pancake Skillet.Read the full article on MAKE
Sensing Color With a LED and Op Amp

John Baichtal

20 May 2013 | 1:00 pm

Robot Room’s David Cook shows how an LED and op amp, along with a resistor and cap, can be built into an amplified color sensor. Unfortunately, even under the best conditions, photodiodes (and reversed LEDs) don’t provide a lot of current flow. The output of the photodiode needs to be […]Read the full article on MAKE

Phones Review
Galaxy Mega 6.3 price shapes up with UK pre-orders

Gary

21 May 2013 | 12:24 pm

Back towards the back end of 2011 many people were shocked at the size of the original Samsung Galaxy Note with its 5.3-inch display, which at the time dwarfed anything else that was available. Fast forward to today though and a whole host of larger screen devices are becoming available, and now the Samsung Galaxy Mega 6.3 release gets closer as the price shapes up with UK pre-orders getting underway. Consumers in the UK are going to miss out on the smaller Samsung Galaxy Mega 5.8, but online retailer Clove has now put up the larger of the two handsets for pre-order and the 16GB model is…
Samsung Galaxy S4 headphone problem reports grow

Debbie

21 May 2013 | 12:02 pm

The Samsung Galaxy S4 may be flying off the shelves at the moment but the launch of this phone hasn’t been without problems. Now it seems a headphone issue is being reported by some users of the phone although this doesn’t seem to happen with the stock issue of headphones. There has already been a certain amount of controversy about the internal storage of the 16GB Galaxy S4 and recently we wrote about an acknowledgement of this issue and mentioned some other issues that have arisen with aspects such as Wi-Fi and headphones. We’ve now heard more about the S4 headphone problem that seems…
Update: Nokia Lumia 925: Where to pre-order, one price revealed

Mark

21 May 2013 | 10:53 am

Update: It seems I might have forgotton to add to this article that the 32GB variant was said to be an exclusive for Vodafone first, please read more about this here. Nokia Lumia 925 prices and release dates are limited at the moment, but we have listed a few online sites where you can pre-order this smartphone. First up is and what we can see is the first site revealing the price for the Nokia Lumia 925, Digital Phone is advertising this phone from free on contract to £589.99 SIM-Free. The Nokia Lumia 925 features some nice specs including a 4.5-inch display with 1280×768 pixel resolution,…
HTC One CyanogenMod 10.1 Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean Install

Debbie

21 May 2013 | 10:53 am

We know that plenty of our readers who are Android device enthusiasts enjoy the use of custom ROMs and this time we have news for those of you who own the very impressive HTC One smartphone. We have details for you so that you can install Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean-based CyanogenMod 10.1 on your HTC One. We only advise those who know what they’re doing and have some experience tampering with their phone to continue but if you’re confident then read on. CyanogenMod is renowned and trusted and many people are fans of these Android device custom ROMs. Now CyanogenMod 10.1 is available for the…
Sony Xperia ZR price & release disappointment: Netherlands only

Mark

21 May 2013 | 10:05 am

The new Sony Xperia ZR running Android Jelly Bean is another waterproof smartphone, and today we can reveal the price and release date. If you are in the UK, Germany or France etc then you may be a little disappointed because we only have the price and release date for those in the Netherlands. Even though you can purchase the Sony Xperia Z around the world, we must point out that you will not be able to buy the ZR in most European countries, this one is restricted to Sweden, Belgium, Denmark and the Netherlands. The Sony Xperia ZR will release in the Netherlands in July for €479, now lets…

Uncrate
S'more to Love

21 May 2013 | 9:08 am

It's not summer without a few s'mores, and there's no better — or easier — way to cook up a bunch than with the S'more to Love S'more Maker ($15)....Visit Uncrate for the full post.
The Audacity of Hops

21 May 2013 | 8:26 am

Most of us at this point have tried several craft beers, and many of us liked them enough to switch almost exclusively away from the Bud Lights of the world....Visit Uncrate for the full post.
Hsu Research Hybrid 3 Speakers

21 May 2013 | 6:28 am

Every once in a while you come across a product that isn't just a good deal, but offers quality so far above and beyond what you'd expect for the price...Visit Uncrate for the full post.
ABT Audi R8 V10

20 May 2013 | 12:16 pm

As if it needed any help, the good folks at ABT have taken the R8 and made it even faster. The result is the ABT Audi R8 V10 ($TBA). By...Visit Uncrate for the full post.
Garb: Blue & Blue

20 May 2013 | 12:15 pm

Things are looking up with this sky-like wardrobe. Rogue Territory The Willard Field Jacket ($253). Native Youth Indigo Crew ($90). SLVDR Lyndale Shirt ($78). Epokhe Ostra Sunglasses ($119). Need Supply...Visit Uncrate for the full post.

CoolBusinessIdeas.com
Now You See it, Now You Don’t

Steven Teo

21 May 2013 | 9:11 am

Miniki modular kitchen has been created with small spaces in mind. Designers considered the fact that in most studio apartments cooking and lounging areas are squeezed into one room. So they envisioned a kitchen that disappears after use. “This is the only way to turn the living room back into a room to live in,” – they point. The finished product is a beautiful and clever system of three interchangeable units that hide all cooking paraphernalia and look like an elegant sideboard. Fabulous. And with 15 colors available – there is every chance to customize the piece for any interior.
Handrail BBQ

Steven Teo

20 May 2013 | 9:14 am

The BBQ Bruce Handrail Grill(59€) let you enjoy the BBQ on your balcony. “The Bruce Handrail Grill by designer Henrick Drecker combines the function of a handy grill with the principle of a flower pot: It hangs on the handrail in common flower-pot supports and does moreover not need much space. The grill can be hanged on the handrail or at the wall, which also makes its use in gardens or on huge terraces possible. BBQ Bruce Handrail Grill [LikeCool]
Gravity Filtration

Steven Teo

19 May 2013 | 9:00 am

Video credit: TODAYdigital Two students from Singapore Polytechnic (SP) have developed a low-cost water filtration cartridge that can help ease the shortage of clean water in rural Vietnam, according to Singapore’s online Today newspaper. Students Sandy Loh and Koh Yong Xiang created the Gravity Filter cartridge under the guidance of Dr. Adrian Yeo, who is a research fellow at the Environment and Water Research Institute of Nanyang Technological University. The filter costs only SGD 11 (about VND190,000) and can last up to two years. Yeo said they have done some work in Vietnam and hope to…
Recycling Electronics Becomes Easy

Steven Teo

16 May 2013 | 9:00 am

Recycling your old electronics is about to become a lot easier in NYC. This week, New York City Sanitation Commissioner John J. Doherty announced the launch of new residential electronics recycling program “e-cycleNYC” in partnership with Electronic Recyclers International (ERI). Unfortunately, that means you’ll probably miss out on lugging your broken 42’’ plasma on the subway in an attempt to make it to an e-waste drop off event, but we don’t think you’ll mind too much, right? The free recycling service will be provided to buildings with 10 or more apartment units in each…
Solar Patio Table

Steven Teo

15 May 2013 | 9:00 am

This is the patio table with an integrated solar cell that lets users enjoy electronic devices outdoors without worrying about a dying battery. The top of the table resembles blown glass, yet it contains a 30-watt solar panel that absorbs the sun’s energy and stores it in a rechargeable 12-volt, 7 Ampere-Hour battery concealed under the tabletop. The side of the table is outfitted with two USB ports that can charge smartphones, MP3 players, and tablets, while two 12-volt auto DC ports and two 9-volt DC ports run a fan, laptop, or other low-wattage device. The battery provides enough power…

Coolest Gadgets
Das Keyboard Quiet Mechanical Keyboard

Edwin

21 May 2013 | 11:00 am

For those of you who tend to do a whole lot of typing in your line of work, surely you would know that there is nothing quite like a responsive keyboard with fantastic tactile feedback. Having said that, those projected keyboards are novelty devices that are unable to beat the real deal when it comes to churning out those reports as requested by the upper management. Single folks can just give this particular story the once over, or skip it altogether as they do not have to deal with typing in bed or in the bedroom while your partner is doing his or her darndest best to fall asleep. What you…
Shure SE846 sound isolating earphone

Edwin

21 May 2013 | 10:00 am

As I type this, I am sitting in an Airbus A320, cattle class, typing on a Dell XPS 12 and realizing that my arms have hell to pay when I touch down in an hour’s time simply because there is just not enough space to type properly, but work still needs to get done. To make matters more uncomfortable as they already are at the moment, there are a couple of ladies in the opposite row who have not stopped yakking – and yakking loudly, too, for the past hour. Who would have thought that they have so much to talk about, in addition to letting the rest of the world know of their family issues…
Cordless Personal Massager

Edwin

21 May 2013 | 9:00 am

There is nothing quite like having a lovely massage after a particularly long day at work, but sometimes, your other half is unable to press all the right pressure points despite you giving verbal directions, and your limbs are not that flexible as that of a gymnast and neither do you have the kind of superpowers that Mr. Fantastic, Reed Richards, has. I guess this would mean it is a case of “if you want something done, you have got to do it yourself”, and this is where the $39.99 Cordless Personal Massager comes in handy. It is said to offer flexible spot-on relief alongside cordless…
White Noise Machine

Edwin

21 May 2013 | 8:14 am

There is noise, and then there is noise. If you are having troubles trying to control the different kinds of background noises in your life, you can do so with this unique $59.99 White Noise Machine. Yes sir, it is tiny enough for you to tote around for work, regardless of whether you are going to bring it around with you from room to room, or place it on a nightstand, the White Noise Machine will still be able to get the job done in the long run as it lives up to its main purpose of delivering high-quality sound. With the White Noise Machine, you are able to select from 10 different white…
Chili Pad – So your Bed can be “Just Right”

Julie

21 May 2013 | 7:16 am

I’m sure we’re not the only ones having the “it’s to warm in here” argument at bedtime. It happens a lot, mostly during the summer months, my husband loves the heat and sadly, I hate it! In his defense, in the winter time I like it pretty warm. Of course then he starts complaining, its a no win situation, but suffice it to say I usually win, but only because he’s afraid of me. Well here to restore marital harmony to millions of at odds couples like us is the ChiliPad, using water technology to cool or heat your mattress in dual zones, both you, and your…

Gizmos for Geeks
Book Review: The Modern Web, Multi-Device Web Development with HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript

Khalid Hosein

16 May 2013 | 11:30 am

Peter Gasston follows up his CSS3 book (“The Book of CSS3“) with this more encompassing subject on web development. While I hardly need to restate a statistic that has been beaten to death in the past few years, mobile platforms are not only growing but outstripping traditional desktop computers in some parts of the world and in some industries. However, that doesn’t mean that all web development needs to be solely targeted at small screen devices. For that reason, adaptive and responsive web design has arisen to avoid the original method of building separate websites for…
3 Amazing Gadgets for your Home

Khalid Hosein

24 Apr 2013 | 1:18 pm

Our homes are our castles and, it’s fair to say that we love to fill our castles with technology and gadgetry. While there is a myriad array of gadgets out there that you can get today, today we figured we’d give you a quick look at three (3) that we feel are particularly cool. The Floor Plan Light Switch While only a concept idea, the contemporary-styled Floor Plan Light Switch by Taewon Hwang lets you control the lighting in your home from a single switch, with each room in the home represented on the floor plan shaped light switch. How many times have you left a light on…
6 Awesome Android Apps for Gadget Geeks

Guest Author

6 Apr 2013 | 6:45 am

The app world for Android (and iPhones/iPads) is ever-changing, so don’t be too annoyed that this is still yet another list of apps. This list is on the practical side of life, so you should find at least one in here that’ll be of some use to you. Personally, I use ColorNote myself at least daily. 1. ColorNote Notepad Notes Here is a free app that will help you become more organized. You can color code your notes (or lists) to keep track of them more easily. There are widgets to display them in your launcher and reminders can be configured to remind you either once or on a…
Review: Spy Tec Inventio-HD 720P Video Sunglasses

Khalid Hosein

31 Mar 2013 | 9:55 pm

New York City-based spy shop, Spy Tec, decided to enter the field of ‘spy glasses’ and build their own, the Inventio-HD video sunglasses. Here’s our detailed review. Overview The Inventio-HD glasses appear to be mid-ranged plastic-framed sunglasses in the style that you might see a mountain biker or perhaps a golfer or skier wearing, but not quite as stylish. But style is not the primary function of this gadget. You’ll notice the arms and frames are distinctly thicker than most sunglasses you’ll find today, but the electronics has to hide somewhere. On the bright…
Review: Doxie One portable scanner

Khalid Hosein

3 Mar 2013 | 8:31 pm

I love the Doxie One. Paperless nirvana, here I come. I’ve dreamed of a paperless and more importantly, an electronic document repository, for a long time, but that has been mostly a dream as I’ve dreaded having to haul my papers over to my clunky all-in-one printer-scanner, then scan papers 1 or a few at a time. I’ve used the Doxie One for the past 4 weeks and with a few exceptions that I’ll talk about, I love it. If your goal is to go paperless and stay that way, I can highly recommend the Doxie One as an essential component of your paperless toolbox. In the Box The…

MuzGadgets
Music that is out of this world

Peter Murray

20 May 2013 | 12:38 pm

Commander Chris Hadfield recently returned from 6 months aboard the International Space Station. An astronaut and guitarist, just before returning to earth, he made this amazing music video with his version of David Bowie's Space Oddity: Chris also explains some of the challenges in playing a guitar in space: And here is Jewel in the Night, an original Christmas carol written by Chris and recorded on the space station: View this post and more in full at http://muzgadgets.blogspot.com
Happy birthday WWW

Peter Murray

2 May 2013 | 2:33 pm

To celebrate the WWW turning 20 years old on Tuesday 30 April, CERN republished the first website. See it at http://info.cern.ch/hypertext/WWW/TheProject.html and learn more about the restoration project at http://info.cern.ch/ View this post and more in full at http://muzgadgets.blogspot.com
Technicity

Peter Murray

29 Apr 2013 | 2:17 pm

I am starting another Coursera course: TechniCity This 4 week course explores how sensors and networks are transforming our cities, how to engage in city building through social networking and crowdsourcing platforms, some experiments with analyzing city data and how open data initiatives, hack-a-thons, and urban prototyping festivals are creatively innovating our cities. View this post and more in full at http://muzgadgets.blogspot.com
iBeetle

Peter Murray

23 Apr 2013 | 12:20 pm

Just the other day I was imagining what an Apple designed car would look like. This week Volkswagen is showing off their new iBeetle at the 2013 Shanghai Auto Show. Available in 2014 as Coupe and Convertible models in various iPhone inspired color schemes, the iBeetle integrates with the iPhone for navigation, hands-free calling, listening to music and location based applications and more both wirelessly or through the docking station. The iBeetle is first Volkswagen with newly developed docking station and a special iPhone® application I was expecting a little bit more from…
Visionary projects

Peter Murray

23 Mar 2013 | 2:56 pm

Engineer and entrepreneur, Elon Musk is building electric cars, ubiquitous solar and reuseable rockets. See more in this engaging video. View this post and more in full at http://muzgadgets.blogspot.com

Gadgets Page
Ten Top Time-Saving Tech Tips

Laura Moncur

26 Apr 2013 | 8:49 am

I LOVE this TED talk with AWESOME time-saving tech tips. Not all of them were new for me, but there were enough new things that the video should be here: Here are his tips: When browsing on the web, do not scroll using the control on the right side. Use the Space Bar on your keyboard to scroll down one page. Use Shift+Space Bar to go back a page. When filling out forms, use the Tab key to move from box to box. When filling out a drop-down menu, type the first letter of item. If there are multiple items with that letter, keep pressing it to get to each one. i.e. Press “T” twice to…
The Mystery of the Side Quest

Laura Moncur

25 Apr 2013 | 1:46 pm

I love this little video from Player One[s]. After saving the world, the council questions the hero about how many side quests he completed. It highlights EXACTLY what I hate about some games. I love how the hero defends himself: Look guys, I saved the world! What else is there for me to do? This is just busy work that you guys have me doing! YES, YES, YES! That is exactly how I feel with some games. Then, with other games, I can go on side quest after side quest and just LOVE it. I don’t know what the difference is between the two, but there are definitely some times when I feel like…
Zombies, Run! – The BEST Writing in a Video Game

Laura Moncur

20 Mar 2013 | 10:00 am

Over the years, I haven’t been shy about my love for Animal Crossing: Wild World. Gadgets Page » Nintendo DS: Animal Crossing Gadgets Page » Nintendo DS: Animal Crossing Update Gadgets Page » Animal Crossing: How To Complete Your Catalog Gadgets Page » Animal Crossing: Gulliver Hands down, it was the best written game I had ever played. It was so well-written that many of the things that the animals have said have been documented at The Quotations Page: The Quotations Page – Animal Crossing Quotes With great quips like, “Give a man a fish, and he’ll eat for a day.
The iPad Vs. Paper

Laura Moncur

18 Mar 2013 | 8:23 am

This commercial made me laugh out loud! It reminded me of the sometimes importance of paper over the iPad. The next time someone is chiding you because you’re using paper instead of your iPad, remember this commercial and chuckle to yourself! Via: Clever commercial weighs the benefits of the iPad versus paper | TUAW – The Unofficial Apple Weblog
Google Reader Retired

Laura Moncur

14 Mar 2013 | 9:56 am

I am in a panic. When I loaded Google Reader this morning to look at my RSS feeds, they announced that it would be retired in July. That gives me MONTHS to find a new RSS reader, but I was sincerely ANGRY. I know I SHOULDN’T be angry. Google Reader was a service that I was not paying for. I was happy to use it and never worried for a second that Google would pull a “Yahoo” and kill my beloved reader. Even though they crippled it by taking out all the things that my friends had shared and shoveling them into their Google+ monstrosity. I STILL believed that Google…

Darren Herman
Put the Service Back in Technology

admin

26 Apr 2013 | 12:54 pm

I meet with plenty of technology companies who sell to marketers and agencies and I also meet with many marketing and advertising technology startups who are pitching for venture funding. Sometimes they are one and the same. I’ve been witnessing companies coming thru the door and telling me that they are a pure technology platform, not a service business. Most of the time, their motivation to say this is to achieve a technology multiple (on sale) versus a service business multiple. I think this is faulty and a mistake. There is nothing wrong with wrapping services around a…
Some Thoughts on SocialFlow, Our Latest Partnership

admin

17 Apr 2013 | 6:11 am

It was announced yesterday that SocialFlow raised $10MM in Series B funding and our kbs+ Ventures participated along with Fairhaven Capital (lead), Softbank, RRE, AOL Ventures, Betaworks, and Rand Capital. We blogged about our perspective on why we participated on our corporate blog but I wanted to add a few notes here. I have been tracking SocialFlow ever since I was introduced to Frank Speiser at an event at Nihal Mehta‘s apartment in January 2010. After learning about what he was building and why, I quickly saw the opportunity to leverage the technology for marketers. Later…
The Most Important Car America Has Ever Made

admin

8 Apr 2013 | 10:20 am

I spent late yesterday afternoon with my father at the Tesla showroom in the Westchester Mall. We left the kids behind and went to seriously look at the Tesla because I’d been reading glowing reviews and I’m, well, a curious car guy. The picture below is actually my father driving the car. Expectations were set high for this car due to the reviews and listening to @jason talk about how much he loves his car. Also the entrepreneurial side of me was unbelievably curious as to how Elon Musk built a car in the USA without being part of the old Detroit boys club. Building a…
Adobe Strategy: On Point for 2013

admin

11 Mar 2013 | 7:12 am

I am a fan of Adobe ($ADBE). You certainly know this if you’ve been reading this blog. Here is an article I wrote in 2011 about Adobe’s strategy that has pretty much held true and something we all should re-read. This morning I read the 2013 Investor Presentation (PDF) by Adobe and wanted to highlight a few things that I found interesting: On slide 22 of the deck, Adobe mentions “key digital marketing growth drivers:” Shift of marketing spend to digital Re-platforming of the Web Demand for Cloud-based solutions Multi-channel campaign and social marketing solutions…
Facebook, Ad Servers, and $344B in Media

admin

7 Mar 2013 | 6:14 am

There is $344B in media* market cap that own and operate ad serving systems now. Google acquired DoubleClick ($274B mkt cap), AOL acquired AdTech ($2.86B mkt cap), and Facebook acquired Atlas ($65.4B mkt cap). ValueClick owns MOJO and retained Mediaplex ad-server ($2.05B mkt cap). When we think about ad servers for Madison Avenue, our guts tell us DART and Atlas**. Both of these two ad serving solutions are now owned by larger-than-life media platforms. MediaMind, the challenger of ad serving solutions is making inroads across Madison Avenue and believe it or not, has surpassed…

Geek News Central
Goodbye, Google Checkout. Closing November 20th

J Powers

21 May 2013 | 5:10 am

I remember when Google launched Checkout almost 7 years ago (June 29, 2006). The idea of combining checkout with search and advertising so you could online shop faster (and possibly buy more stuff) was an intriguing idea. I guess it just didn’t work too well. Google announced they will retire Checkout payment processing tool on Nov. 20, and warned retailers they will need to move to a different payment processing platform. Of course, we saw the writing on the wall as Checkout merged with Wallet back in November. Google hoped it would take on Paypal – which dominates online…
GNC-2013-05-20 #860 Mixing it Up!

geeknews

21 May 2013 | 1:05 am

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Flickr Offers a Free Terabyte of Space

JenThorpe

20 May 2013 | 6:44 pm

Flickr looks a lot different today than how it used to. Yahoo! (which owns Flickr) has given Flickr a makeover that includes a brand new design. What once showed you small thumbnails of photos, with a lot of white, empty, space surrounding them, now features the photos much more prominently. To me, it seems like Flickr’s new look resembles that of Facebook, or perhaps Pinterest. The photos are bigger, filling up the screen. Users now have a homepage that includes an activity feed that combines your friends’ recent uploads with the activity on the photos that you have uploaded. I…
Will Yahoo! Screw Up Tumblr?

J Powers

20 May 2013 | 11:00 am

Today Yahoo! announced they have purchased Tumblr for $1.1 billion. Of course, Yahoo’s track record for buying companies seems to be that of a kid with ADHD at Christmas time – by February they want new toys. Will this be a great deal for Yahoo! or will we they just push aside for another acquisition down the road. Yahoo! Acquires Tumblr Tumblr, a microblogging and social networking platform that was founded by David Karp in 2007 was purchased by Yahoo! for $1.1 billion dollars. Tumblr brings in 175 employees and 108.5 million blogs that reach 44 million people. This inlcudes the…
Voxer Walkie-Talkie App

tomwiles

20 May 2013 | 9:40 am

For several years, I’ve made heavy use of the Heytell walkie-talkie app on both iOS and Android devices. Heytell is functional, but it has its problems from time to time. I have continued to my eye out for worthy walkie-talkie app alternatives. I originally tried out the Voxer app upwards of two years ago. At that time, I found that Voxer just wasn’t a worthy replacement for Heytell. For one thing, I found the Voxer audio quality to be fairly poor compared to Heytell’s audio quality. I left Voxer installed on my devices, but contined to make use of Heytell. Recently my youngest brother…

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A Look at How Microsoft Designed the Xbox of the Future

Brian Barrett

21 May 2013 | 11:15 am

How do you build the next generation of an iconic gaming console—and controller? How do you create something that fans both recognise and are inspired by? Wired got some exclusive alone time with the people who brought Xbox One to life. If you like prototypes, you’ll love this. For more on the Xbox One announcement, [...]
IBM’s Incredible Watson Has a Boring New Job Answering Phones

Eric Limer

21 May 2013 | 11:00 am

After you’ve used your crazy robot intellect to crush puny meatbags definitively in a game of Jeopardy, it would seem like the world is your oyster. But Watson’s not taking trying to take over the world or anything, no. After a trying out medicine and inventing a pastry, he’s settling for a boring job in [...]
WHAT There’s Going to Be a Live-Action Halo TV Series Directed by Steven Spielberg

Ashley Feinberg

21 May 2013 | 10:58 am

We thought we knew a lot about what was coming at today’s Xbox One announcement. But there’s at least one phenomenal surprise that the internet was able to keep it’s mouth shut about: The Halo series is making its way to a living room near you—but in the form of a television series. And Spielberg’s directing. They’ve [...]
The New Kinect Is So Sensitive It Can Read Your Heartbeat

Jesus Diaz

21 May 2013 | 10:45 am

Microsoft claims that the new Kinect is so sensitive that it can see the slightest movement of your wrists and fingers, the tension of your muscles and, amazingly enough, even your heartbeat. So next time you exercise in front of the TV, it will be able to tell how much you are really working out. [...]
Microsoft’s New Kinect: Much More Than Mere Motion Control

Eric Limer

21 May 2013 | 10:42 am

I hope you like motion control because it ain’t going nowhere. Microsoft just announced its new Kinect and though it’s not literally wired into the Xbox One, it’ll be coming with every One sold. But this time, Kinect is less about about gaming, and more about media than ever. Kinect has always had voice control [...]

The Bleeding Edge
Bleeding Edge TV 481: HTC One review

21 May 2013 | 7:59 am

We bring you our HTC One review, taking a look at the hardware of the device that many are calling the best to come out of HTC ever. The HTC One is an Android smartphone with the custom BlinkFeed homescreen, and the UltraPixel camera (according to HTC) that stands above the rest of the smartphone camera market. HTC Zoe features are built into the camera as well, bringing power and flexibility to the camer app on the software side. The unibody aluminum construction also stands out to make this a beautiful device, and Beats Audio keeps the sound pumping. We go over all of this and more in our…
Unboxing Live 112: HTC One

20 May 2013 | 12:42 pm

HTC has produced its best-looking smartphone ever in the HTC One, and we open it up in this episode of Unboxing Live! The HTC One sports premium specs like the Ultrapixel camera, Beats Audio, a 4.7-inch 1080p display, and a quad-core SnapDragon 600 processp all running Android Jelly Bean, and the new BlinkFeed homescreen. The Ultrapixel camera pairs up with HTC Zoe features for unique picture taking. The HTC One is even compatible with Facebook Home, if that's your thing. Stay tuned for our full HTC One review as well! Don't forget to subscribe to Gear Live on YouTube! Here's how to…
Bleeding Edge TV 480: Liquid Image APEX HD+ Wi-Fi snowboarding goggles

5 May 2013 | 12:44 pm

We bring you a first look at the Liquid Image Apex HD+ Wi-Fi snowboarding goggles from CES 2013. The Apex HD+ goggles have a built-in high definition video camera that can live stream to your iOS or Android phone or tablet, and can also record at 1080p 30fps or 720p 60fps, so you can show off you videos later. In addition, the Apex HD+ WiFi can also shoot still images. The camera itself is tilt-able within 30 degrees, so you can get a great angle regardless of your stance or activity. Definite an interesting product from the folks at Liquid Image - and we give you a look at how it all works…
Bleeding Edge TV 479: Nick Cannon talks NCredible headphones, fashion

5 May 2013 | 12:23 pm

We catch up with Nick Cannon in this episode, and talk to him about his Ncredible headphone line, a collaboration with Monster. In addition, we talk about how headphones have become a fashion accessory, and how he sees the Ncredible headphone line providing good sound coupled with a good price, as well as a good look. You can pick up a pair of NCredible headphones now. Don't forget to subscribe to Gear Live's YouTube channel! Here's how to get the show: Subscribe: iTunes iPod / H.264 | iTunes MPEG-4 | RSS H.264 Feed | RSS MPEG-4 Feed |Download| - iPod-formatted H.264|Download| - Apple…
Bleeding Edge TV 478: Sensus Touch Case for iPhone

29 Apr 2013 | 8:05 pm

We got a look at the Canopy Sensus Touch Case, and walked away impressed. The Sensus Touch Case gives iPhone users 10-point touch input along the back and sides of the device, which means you can do things like play games by swiping along the back of the iPhone, leaving the display free and clear of your fingers. You can also do things like snap images by tapping the side of the phone, or zoom in and out of objects with a slide of your finger. Expect to see the case launch later this summer, priced somewhere between $59 and $99. Don't forget to subscribe to Gear Live's YouTube…

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Unboxing Live 112: HTC One

andru@hex.gearlive.com

20 May 2013 | 12:42 pm

HTC has produced its best-looking smartphone ever in the HTC One, and we open it up in this episode of Unboxing Live! The HTC One sports premium specs like the Ultrapixel camera, Beats Audio, a 4.7-inch 1080p display, and a quad-core SnapDragon 600 processp all running Android Jelly Bean, and the new BlinkFeed homescreen. The Ultrapixel camera pairs up with HTC Zoe features for unique picture taking. The HTC One is even compatible with Facebook Home, if that's your thing. Stay tuned for our full HTC One review as well! Don't forget to subscribe to Gear Live on YouTube! Here's how to…
Unboxing Live 111: Monster DNA White Tuxedo headphones

andru@hex.gearlive.com

16 Apr 2013 | 5:07 pm

We open up the Monster DNA White Tuxedo headphones in this episode. On Sunday night Monster and Viacom introduced the latest exclusive Monster DNA headphones color, White Tuxedo, at the 2013 MTV Movie Awards. The white tuxedo color features glossy white with black accents on the outside, and black on the ear cups and inner headband of the headphones. It's a fashionable take on the white tuxedo with black tie look, and features all the same Monster DNA headphone features that we already know and love. Check out the striking new color in this episode! See also: Monster debuts White Tuxedo…
Monster DNA White Tuxedo headphones unboxing gallery

andru@hex.gearlive.com

16 Apr 2013 | 12:37 pm

We are hard at work on our Monster DNA headphones review (it'll appear later roday!), and while putting the headphones through their paces, we snapped a bunch of images of the striking cans. The new White Tuxedo color debuted at the MTV Movie Awards this past weekend where a bunch of stars signed a pair to be auctioned off for charity, and went on sale today at the Apple Store and the Monster Products store. Head on over to the Monster DNA headphones unboxing gallery for a look at all the shots. Gallery: Monster DNA White Tuxedo headphones unboxing gallery …
Unboxing Live 110: AT&T MiFi Liberate

andru@hex.gearlive.com

12 Apr 2013 | 3:52 pm

In this episode we open up the AT&T MiFi Liberate, a portable mobile hotspot that sports two really unique features: a 2.8-inch touchscreen for managing settings, and a 2900 mAh battery that lasts up to 11 hours per charge. This makes it easy to get up to 10 devices connected to the MiFi Liberate 4G LTE signal, and once connected, you can pretty much stay connected all day. It's small, looks great, and is super portable, and in areas where there is no LTE, you will fall back onto HSPA+. Also cool, you can put an a microSD card up to 32GB in size to create shared storage space. Check…
Unboxing Live 109: Nokia Lumia 920

andru@hex.gearlive.com

3 Apr 2013 | 11:07 am

We open up the Nokia Lumia 920 Windows Phone 8 smartphone in this episode. It's the flagship model available from AT&T, sporting a PureMotion HD+ display, 4G LTE, and PureView camera with optical image stabilization and Carl Zeiss lens. You can pick up the Nokia Lumia 920 from AT&T from $99.99. It's a bit heavy, but the phone looks great, the camera is fantastic, and for $100, it's hard to beat the value. Don't forget to subscribe to Gear Live on YouTube! Here's how to get the show: Subscribe: iTunes iPod / H.264 | iTunes MPEG-4 | RSS H.264 Feed | RSS MPEG-4 Feed…

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Your tax dollars at work: Apple’s Cook navigates the senatorial theater of the absurd

Erica Ogg

21 May 2013 | 11:35 am

Apple CEO Tim Cook did his best to deflect the harsh glare of the national political spotlight this morning by defending how the company pays corporate taxes. Used to being lauded as an exemplary American business success story, the company was also singled out by a Senate subcommittee Tuesday for using legal technicalities to avoid paying billions in taxes over the years. Sen. Carl Levin, the chairman of the Senate’s Investigations subcommittee, described Apple’s nimble minimization of its taxes as the result of “exploiting an absurdity,” and Sen. John McCain labeled…
VMware lays out prices for hybrid cloud offering — now customers have the ball

Jordan Novet

21 May 2013 | 11:31 am

VMware re-announced its long-awaited vCloud Hybrid Service as an Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) play for current vSphere customers to use. It will become available in an early access program in June and generally available in the third quarter of the year. The company is pitching the platform for both legacy vSphere applications already running in company data centers and for brand new applications designed from the ground up. VMware execs up to and including CEO Pat Gelsinger promised “seamless” interoperability between on-premises implementation and vCloud Hybrid Services. They…
Sprint ups its bid for Clearwire at the eleventh hour

Kevin Fitchard

21 May 2013 | 11:03 am

Facing the possibility of a shareholder revolt on Tuesday, Sprint at the last minute boosted its offer for Clearwire from $2.97 to $3.40 a share. Clearwire shareholders were set to vote today on the deal – which would give Sprint the roughly 50 percent of Clearwire it doesn’t already own — but Clearwire canceled its stockholder meeting when the new offer came in, rescheduling the vote for Thursday, May 30. Ever since Sprint made its $2.1 billion buyout offer in December, Clearwire shareholders have been expressing increasing dissatisfaction with the terms of the deal, especially…
Microsoft reveals new Xbox One with live TV guide, media apps and group video Skype

Janko Roettgers

21 May 2013 | 10:32 am

Microsoft announced its new Xbox — which will be called Xbox One — at a press event in Redmond, Wash. Tuesday, putting strong emphasis on TV and living room entertainment with a heavy focus on live TV. Don Mattrick, President of Interactive Entertainment at Microsoft, called the new device an “all in one home entertainment system.” Microsoft said that the new device will launch “later this year,” but didn’t give a firm launch date or any information on what the Xbox One will actually cost. The new device will offer direct access to live TV, which users can…
Leaked benchmarks suggest Intel could power Samsung’s Galaxy Tab 3 10.1

Kevin C. Tofel

21 May 2013 | 9:17 am

Intel may be poised to get its silicon inside Samsung’s popular brand of Galaxy tablets based on online benchmark test results. The GFXBench site, which gathers user-submitted device performance test data from a benchmark app, shows a “Samsung Santos 103″ tablet with the product designation GT-P5200 running Android on an Intel Clovertrail chip. The various product designations all allude to Samsung’s third-generation Galaxy Tab 10.1 slate. According to the testing details, the device in question uses a 1280 x 800 display and is running Android 4.2.2. The processor can…

Geeky-Gadgets
Logitech Ultimate Ears UE Boom Bluetooth Speaker Unveiled (video)

Julian Horsey

21 May 2013 | 7:10 am

Logitech has this week added a new addition to their range of Bluetooth speaker range, in the form of the newly launched Ultimate Ears Logitech UE Boom. The Logitech UE Boom speakers have been designed to provide 360 degree sound from a wireless carry anywhere speaker, that can connect easily to Bluetooth devices. (...)Original Story Logitech Ultimate Ears UE Boom Bluetooth Speaker Unveiled (video) © Geeky Gadgets, 2013. | Permalink | Unauthorized duplication and or distribution of our content is strictly forbidden © Geeky Gadgets, 2013 The post Logitech Ultimate Ears UE Boom Bluetooth…
Yahoo Will Not Restrict Tumblr’s NSFW Content

Conner Flynn

21 May 2013 | 7:05 am

It’s no secret that Tumblr contains some NSFW material. Anyone who has spent some time on Tumblr has no doubt tumbld onto it. And with Yahoo announcing their plans to acquire Tumblr, you are probably wondering if Tumblr’s new owner might restrict the NSFW content. (...)Original Story Yahoo Will Not Restrict Tumblr’s NSFW Content © Geeky Gadgets, 2013. | Permalink | Unauthorized duplication and or distribution of our content is strictly forbidden © Geeky Gadgets, 2013 The post Yahoo Will Not Restrict Tumblr’s NSFW Content appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
Samsung Galaxy S4 Active Leaked On Video

Roland Hutchinson

21 May 2013 | 6:57 am

On Monday we saw some leaked photos of a new version of Samsung’s flagship Android smartphone, the Samsung Galaxy S4, the new device will be called the Samsung Galaxy S4 Active and it is designed to be resistant to both dust and water. We had previously thought that the Samsung Galaxy S4 active would have the same hardware as the Galaxy S4, although now it would appear that the device will have different specifications. (...)Original Story Samsung Galaxy S4 Active Leaked On Video © Geeky Gadgets, 2013. | Permalink | Unauthorized duplication and or distribution of our content is…
LG Optimus G2 Prototype With LTE Advanced Poses For The Camera

Roland Hutchinson

21 May 2013 | 6:44 am

We have been hearing quite a lot about the new LG Optimus G2 over the last few weeks and now it would appear that the handset will come with LTE-A or LTE Advanced, and a photo of a prototype Optimus G2 has appeared online. The LG Optimus G2 is rumored to come with a 5.2 inch full HD display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, the handset will also feature a quad core Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor with a clock speed of 1.9GHz. (...)Original Story LG Optimus G2 Prototype With LTE Advanced Poses For The Camera © Geeky Gadgets, 2013. | Permalink | Unauthorized duplication and or…
Ceptor Linux HDMI Stick Aimed At Enterprise Launches For $99

Julian Horsey

21 May 2013 | 6:19 am

Devon IT has this week announced the launch of a new Linux-based HDMI stick called the Ceptor they have created aimed specifically at the enterprise market. The Ceptor is priced at just $99 and has been created to act as a fully fledged PC allowing users to run Windows, Android, Linux or any other operating system of choice. (...)Original Story Ceptor Linux HDMI Stick Aimed At Enterprise Launches For $99 © Geeky Gadgets, 2013. | Permalink | Unauthorized duplication and or distribution of our content is strictly forbidden © Geeky Gadgets, 2013 The post Ceptor Linux HDMI Stick Aimed At…

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The New Flickr UI Is Great, But News-Related Photo Search Isn't

Dave Aiello

20 May 2013 | 8:09 pm

Yahoo announced a new user interface for Flickr today that is a huge improvement. Kudos to them. I am a bigger Flickr fan than most people know. What concerns me is that Flickr's search hasn't improved as much as the rest of the UI. What I was hoping was that when I searched for "moore, ok", I would get photos that gave me an idea of what had happened in the area that was hit hardest in a devastating tornado that occurred in Oklahoma today. Instead, what I saw was a beautiful sky, pictures of thunderheads from 10 days ago, and photos of some specimens in a skeleton museum. Yahoo, can…
Expansion of NHL Outdoor Games Confirmed; Predicted Here in 2008

Dave Aiello

16 May 2013 | 6:27 am

You may have seen that the NHL announced two outdoor hockey games at Yankee Stadium next season, including the game between the New Jersey Devils and the New York Rangers scheduled for Sunday, January 26, 2014, and a game between the New York Islanders and the Rangers on Wednesday, January 29. Way back on January 1, 2008, in an article called How Cool Was The NHL Winter Classic? on this site, I said: I think the NHL could put on two or three of these games next season in the week between Christmas and New Year's Day as an alternative to College Football on television. I wouldn't be surprised…
Paris-Roubaix Airing on NBC Sports Network on Sunday Morning, April 7, 2013

Dave Aiello

6 Apr 2013 | 8:09 pm

Earlier today Phil Liggett reminded me that Paris-Roubaix is airing tomorrow morning on NBC Sports Network: Live NBCSN coverage of Paris Roubaix presented by @compcyclist & expanded to 3hrs.This Sunday 8am - 11am et on NBCSN -- Phil Liggett (@PhilLiggett) April 6, 2013 I'll be watching. But the question will be, how do I watch the early part of the coverage without ending up having to watch Scooby Doo?
Is There an App Like PaintCode for HTML, CSS, and JavaScript?

Dave Aiello

19 Mar 2013 | 8:16 am

Earlier today, John Gruber at Daring Fireball pointed out a recently released app in the MacOS X App Store called PaintCode (on the Web, in the App Store). As the PaintCode website says, "PaintCode is a vector drawing app that generates Objective-C code in real time." This is a fantastic idea, I'd like more than anything to have a use for it. The idea immediately sparked a question in my mind: Has anybody ever developed an app that like this that generates HTML, CSS, and JavaScript? I could really use an app that generated code for the web in this fashion. Is the closest thing to this to…
Great iOS Application for Evaluating and Managing Sports Concussions

Dave Aiello

18 Mar 2013 | 3:21 pm

My wife, Kathleen Aiello, MD, recently launched a website called PedsApps.com which covers iPhone and iPad applications that are of interest to Pediatricians, nurse practitioners, and other care providers, as well as to the parents of their patients. The most interesting article she's written so far is a review of The Concussion Recognition and Response Tool, an app that implements the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention "Heads Up" Concussions in Youth Sports initiative. According to Kathleen, "The app guides an evaluator through an assessment of the injured player, as well as…

Product Reviews Net
New blood alcohol level gadgets stop drink driving

Peter Chubb

21 May 2013 | 8:26 am

Drinking while under the influence of alcohol is a serious issue, and all over the world thousands of lives are lost just because of the stupidity of some people. I don’t drink alcohol, so never find myself in a situation where you think you are not over the limit and so get into your car and feel as though you are perfectly okay to drive. However, it doesn’t take a genius to work out that this could be yours or your passenger’s final journey, and then there are other road users and pedestrians to consider as well. There are a huge number of sensible drinkers out there, who…
Surface Pro 2, Mini release signaled by unexpected popularity

Peter Chubb

21 May 2013 | 7:39 am

When Microsoft released their Surface RT device the market was a little confused and as such sales did not impress, it wasn’t until the company finally released the Surface Pro several months ago that the public began to see where Microsoft wanted to go. Early sales were a little slow, as there had been trouble with stock, and also affecting sales was the fact that the Pro was only available to the US and Canada. However, last week we were informed that the Surface Pro would be made available internationally, and Microsoft has already seen a huge demand with pre-orders. It’s this…
Best MPG cars, Honda Civic and Prius top the list

Peter Chubb

21 May 2013 | 7:05 am

Hybrid vehicles have come a long way in a short amount of time, although it’s still clear there is still a way to go before public perception changes. The first obstacle is the price of hybrids, as they are still too high to become a consumer’s first choice, and then there is the technology itself. What we mean by this is because it seems strange that there are still diesel vehicles already on the market achieving better figures than some hybrids. However, for the most part the best MPG cars are still hybrids, with the Honda Civic and the Toyota Prius at the top of the list. The…
Nikon D5200 video capture quality shown in test

Peter Chubb

21 May 2013 | 6:18 am

Even though the Nikon D5200 is several months older than the Nikon D7100, the former is still a popular choice with those with less money to spend on a new DSLR, although don’t worry about having to compromise too much on features. We say this because the D5200 uses the same sensor as the newer and more expensive model, and like we said before, that saving could go to a better lens at a later date. In the past an SLR was used for just taking images, but all that has changed with the introduction of the DSLR, improved technology and also storage capacity. However, some of you will still…
New Ford Mustang sale sets record in 2013

Peter Chubb

21 May 2013 | 5:32 am

We’ve seen a number of Mustang’s go to auction and make a decent amount of money, but the most recent Ford Mustang sale has set a new record, as it sold for $1 million. This is no ordinary model though, as it was the same one used while filming Gone in 60 Seconds with Nicholas Cage. The 1967 “Eleanor” Ford Mustang went to auction at the 26th Original Spring Classic Auction, which took place from May 14 – 19. 2013. However, this is not an original Shelby, but Eleanor Mustangs still had a huge following, and with the help of a Hollywood blockbuster it’s nice to see…

Gadgets and gizmos
Where’s the Pilot Gone? Unmanned Flights Tested in the UK

Paul

21 May 2013 | 2:51 am

If you are the type of air passenger who looks nervously out of the window to see that the pilot is a trustworthy, sober type then you might be able to sit back and forget about it before too very long. This is because tests have been carried out on unmanned flights in UK airspace in the last month. That’s right; a plan with no pilot at all. Actually, a pilot who was on board the Jetstream craft took off near Preston and landed in Inverness but for the 500 miles in between a pilot on the ground had control of the plane, taking instructions from the National Air Traffic Services. There were…
Let Your Phone Tell You If You Are Happy

Robert

20 May 2013 | 1:49 am

How would you feel about your phone telling you how happy you currently are? This is a situation you could be in before too long thanks to research being carried out at Cambridge University right now. The idea they have had is that the app they have developed could use a mixture of data from the phone and the user’s own input. The app is called EmotionSense and the people behind it believe that it is the first ever mobile phone app to combine these two factors to advise how happy the user is. There are other apps which do a similar sort of thing but they don’t take into account the same…
How Many People in the UK Have Never Gone Online?

Robert

19 May 2013 | 1:58 am

How many adults who live in the UK do you think have never, ever used the internet? You might be surprised to learn that there are apparently over 7 million people in the country who fit into this category. This surprising fact discovered during research from the Office of National Statistics. They say that 43.5 UK adults are now online, which is an increase of a million over last year’s numbers. However, the elderly and disabled remain among the most likely to stay away from the internet. Graham Walker is chief of executive of the charity Go On UK and he said that this issue isn’t only…
Tablets: Doomed but Getting More Popular?

Thomas Sharp

18 May 2013 | 3:26 am

According to a news report this week tablets are more popular than ever before and according to another one they will be gone from the world in 5 years time. So which one should be believed? The Good News Analysts IDC have reported that in the first quarter of this year the sale of tablets has boomed. The figures show a growth of more than 142% over the same 3 months last year. In fact, more tablets were sold in the first quarter of 2013 than in the entire first half of 2012. Of all the tablets sold so far this year almost 40% of them were from Apple. The total number of sales in this…
Even Paper Will be Smarter Than Us Soon

Robert

17 May 2013 | 12:25 pm

It seems that everything is getting smarter these days, doesn’t it? The next thing we can expect to get the smart treatment is the humble old sheet of paper. It seems that researchers from North Dakota State University in the US have worked out how to slip a radio frequency identification chip into a sheet of paper in a way which is going to open up a lot new uses for it. For example, the use of these chips could help cut down on fraud if they are used in bank notes or legal documents. Other possibilities could include the use of these chips on travel documents and smart labels. A Giant…

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Squirrel Cookie Cutter

21 May 2013 | 4:47 am

Squirrel Cookie Cutter
Jet Vase/planter By Dizingof

19 May 2013 | 1:03 am

Based on the Math surface called Jet.. Size: 150x150x170mm Thickness: 3mm (all over) 3D Print it with your favorite material.
Platform

18 May 2013 | 4:43 pm

An idea for a cardboard quadricopter body. It should fold into a four legged platform where motors can go in each of the rectangular cavities under the end of each arm.
Philmont Topo Map

17 May 2013 | 8:37 pm

Top of northern Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico
Foldarap 1.1 Lasercut-parts

17 May 2013 | 5:51 pm

See the http://reprap.org/wiki/FoldaRap Choose a 4-6 mm thick material (e.g. : acrylic or wood)

Electronista | Gadgets for Geeks
Microsoft launches Xbox One game console with TV, media focus

21 May 2013 | 11:42 am

Microsoft has revealed its latest iteration of its Xbox game console at a media event. The Xbox One, codenamed Durango during its development, is billed as an all-in-one system for the living room, with a greater focus on allowing users to watch live television and other media, along with heavier Kinect integration, Skype calling, and gaming improvements....
Broadcom 802.11AC chipset spotted, may be used in new Macs

21 May 2013 | 11:00 am

A new Broadcom chipset spotted on a Chinese website may be a component of future Mac updates, bringing 802.11AC (known as "Gigabit Wi-Fi") and Bluetooth 4.0 to new models on a single chipset. Not only will the chip handle all wireless communication for future Mac models, but the new chip appears -- at first glance -- to be backward compatible with similar parts in recent models, opening up the possibility of aftermarket upgrades....
Live: Microsoft's Xbox reveal event

21 May 2013 | 10:55 am

Microsoft is set to begin its Xbox event in Redmond, Washington. "A New Generation Revealed" is the theme for the gathering, suggesting the company will finally show its next-generation gaming console. Check out our live page at 10am Pacific, 1pm Eastern, for images and updates from the event....
Nvidia updates modem in Tegra 4i, adds LTE-Advanced connectivity

21 May 2013 | 10:27 am

Nvidia has updated its latest mobile chipset with support for Category 4 LTE connectivity. Tegra 4i, similar to Tegra 4 but includes an integrated Nvidia i500 LTE modem, managed to upgrade from Category 3 and its 100Mbps connection to LTE-Advanced and a possible 150Mps speed, without performing any changes to the hardware....
Sharp to ship 60, 70-inch Aquos UD1 UHD TVs in Japan in June, August

21 May 2013 | 9:29 am

Sharp is preparing to sell a pair of Ultra HD TVs in Japan, under the Aquos UD1 banner. The LC-60UD1 and LC-70UD1, measuring 60 inches and 70 inches respectively, both take advantage of Sharp's previously-demonstrated "Moth-Eye" technology, which uses a special layer above the LCD panel to significantly reduce glare, internal reflections, and light scattering....

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Win tickets to The Doubleclicks @ TG HQ 6/13!

20 May 2013 | 9:09 pm

The Doubleclicks and ThinkGeek are teaming up once again! The Doubleclicks Summer tour 2013 is their biggest yet - it's spanning across the States and even venturing into northern territory (Hello Canadia!); some tour dates will even include special guests like Marian Call and Joseph Scrimshaw. Best of all, they'll be playing right here in Fairfax, VA at our HQ! Enter below by 5pm ET Thursday, 5/23 for a chance to win a ThinkGeek goodie bag and a pair of tickets to the sold out Thursday, 6/13 show at TG HQ!
Home & Office : Muzzleshot Shot Glasses

20 May 2013 | 1:06 pm

Take the shot, soldier! Solid aluminum A2 Flash Hider shot glasses. The A2 Flash Hider won't be able to suppress your drunken woooooooooos. $24.99 - $34.99
Books : Office Weapons

20 May 2013 | 10:49 am

30 different weapons you can build out of easy-to-acquire office supplies. These projects are made by the best in the business; the office workers who actually need them! They say necessity is the mother of invention; leave it to the Instructables community to put that theory to the test! $14.95
Books : Backyard Rockets

20 May 2013 | 10:49 am

Over 25 awesome products all dealing with rockets! The Instructables community has provided a compendium of rocket savvy from innovators who have paved the way for other curious minds. Stuff like rockets, fireworks, and launchers! $12.95
T-Shirts & Apparel : All Doctors Montage Babydoll

20 May 2013 | 10:39 am

All your Doctors are belong to this shirt. The first season of Doctor Who stars William Hartnell. If you say it's Eccleston, this probably isn't the shirt for you. We'll let it slide if you say Baker. Maaaaaybe. $21.99

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PSY and Korean Soft Power

Thomas Glucksmann-Smith

20 May 2013 | 1:48 am

Last time I checked PSY’s Gentleman MV had almost 330 million views on youtube and Gangnam style had more than 1.6 billion. That’s a lot of exposure for a song that is sung in Korean, about a neighborhood in Seoul by an artist that pretty much no-one outside of Korea had heard of this time last year. So what does that mean about the influence of Korean culture, the image of Korea and the popularity of Korean artists worldwide? Are the viral videos of PSY a testament to Korean soft power? Or reflective of the changing landscape of new media in which hundreds of millions of…
Taxis in Asia: Part Two

Thomas Glucksmann-Smith

12 May 2013 | 7:44 pm

Following our previous post on Taxis in Asia’s most developed cities we decided to take the bumpier road and provide a round up of taxis in four of Asia’s emerging metropolises. 1- Bangkok: Tuk-tuk Overview: uncomfortable, overpriced and inefficient. You are better off taking a regular taxi. Then again tuk-tuks have become synonymous with transportation in Bangkok and worth taking for a short ride just for the experience. Price: Should be negotiated with the driver before riding. Be prepared to haggle tough… then again you will still get ripped off whatever price you…
Cosplay Business Cards

Thomas Glucksmann-Smith

2 May 2013 | 2:24 am

Ever wondered how those crazily clad cosplayers promote themselves to each other? Well according to Nikkei’s Trendy just like most professionals in Japan they use business cards, though perhaps not the most traditional kind. Image via cosplay.exblog Business card exchange in Japan (meishi koukan ) is the most important method of professional self-introduction in Japan. Forgetting or running out of cards in more formal settings can lead to embarrassment, as others are unable to judge your status in the group. This is why we always tell clients visiting Japan for business or networking…
LINE Creates NFC Toy Smartphone for Kids

Thomas Glucksmann-Smith

30 Apr 2013 | 10:19 pm

Popular smart phone messaging app LINE created by Naver Japan has collaborated with major Japanese toy maker Takara Tomy to create a range of merchandise aimed at children based on a new animated series called LINE Town. The LINE Town series has begun broadcasting in Japan on TV Tokyo (Thursdays from 6.30-7pm) and is based on characters from LINE’s stickers which are more sophisticated than emoticons, featuring a larger spectrum of personas, humour and darkness. It is easy to understand the massive popularity of LINE in Japan, just from observing people using the app on crowded…
Japanese High School Girls Explain Particle Physics

Thomas Glucksmann-Smith

21 Apr 2013 | 11:22 am

…kind of. They’re at least starring in roles to promote it! As part of the bid to host the building of the International Linear Collider (ILC) in Western Japan Team Lab Tokyo created a humorous and light-hearted interpretation of the collision between electrons and positrons in the form of high school girls in this short film. Featuring students from Waseda High School in Saga and Shota Morita, the star of the popular iPhone quick draw system video (pictured below) on YouTube as their teacher the film demonstrates the friendship between two high school students,…

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7 Best Android Apps that Turn Notifications into Powerful Tools

Contributor

20 May 2013 | 10:20 am

Optimizing your Android mobile devices with notification features will maximize your Smartphone usage experience. But there are more than just getting a notification alert when an email reaches your Inbox or receiving a sound alert for incoming text messages or calls. There are different applications for Android that could offer a more powerful tool for [...]
Apple ID Verification Scam

Frank Jovine

13 May 2013 | 10:51 am

There’s an email purporting to be from Apple, claiming that you must verify your information or your account will be suspended. In order to verify your Apple ID, you must click on a link in the email. This link leads to a phishing website that steals personal identifiable information and is used in unlawful activities [...]
13 Most Important Changes In Google Search In April

Contributor

8 May 2013 | 7:47 am

The largest search engine cheered up after the winter hibernation and presented a number of improvements in its search services. Only in April, 53 changes in the work of search engine were introduced. Here are the main changes of Google. The search engine index increased by 15%. At the same time another level of the [...]
Make Your Home Smarter By Controlling It with Tablets and Smartphones

Jason Phillips

29 Apr 2013 | 11:55 am

Many people are aware of the convenience that tablets and Smart Phones add within a home. The devices enable browsing the Internet and watching movies on the go or at home. Also kids stay occupied by playing games on the consoles and many people use them to stream music while exercising. The latest innovations in [...]
Windows 8 Features You May Not Know

Frank Jovine

24 Apr 2013 | 10:08 am

I bet there are many of you like me who updated their PC a bit late to Windows 8 OS. I had mixed emotions on weather or not to update my laptop to Windows 8. As of now, it is great to find something very creative from Microsoft that brings in the fabulous TILES representation [...]

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Google I/O revelations, BlackBerry Live, and Nokia Lumia 928 (MobileTechRoundup show #296)

20 May 2013 | 2:17 am

Google I/O was held last week and while no new hardware was announced, we did see many service launches and improvements that make Google a compelling choice.
Divoom Bluetune Solo BT speaker: Outstanding value, vivid colors, great sound

16 May 2013 | 12:00 pm

There are a lot of portable Bluetooth speaker options available. and I found the Divoom Bluetune Solo to be an excellent choice at a fantastic price. It comes in several attractive colors and even serves as a microphone.
Flipboard rolls out magazine support for Android and web-based Editor

9 May 2013 | 3:55 pm

Flipboard is one of my favorite ways to read content on my devices, and their new Android version supports the magazine creator launched on iOS in March. There is also now a web-based Flipboard Editor and browser button.
Improve your fitness and help get in shape with the Garmin Forerunner 610: Review

7 May 2013 | 1:00 pm

Garmin's Forerunner 610 is their premier GPS watch, and after testing it for a couple of weeks, I agree it is one of the best. As summer approaches, you may want to consider the 610 and hit the road.
Jawbone announces the UP Platform and acquires BodyMedia

30 Apr 2013 | 1:36 pm

The Jawbone UP is my preferred activity tracker and now with their expanding developer support and acquisition of BodyMedia, I look forward to even more great things from Jawbone.

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Lenovo ThinkPad Helix hybrid ultrabook now available (for $1679 and up)

Brad Linder

21 May 2013 | 11:00 am

There’s good news for folks who’ve been waiting for Lenovo to release its first Thinkpad ultrabook with a detachable Windows 8 tablet portion. The Lenovo ThinkPad Helix is now available for purchase from Lenovo. There’s also bad news: the cheapest configuration isn’t particularly cheap at all. Prices start at $1679. For that price you get a Windows 8 tablet with an 11.6 inch, 1920 x 1080 pixel display, a capacitive touch panel and an active digitizer for pen input. It has an Intel Core i5-3427U processor, 4GB of RAM, and a 128GB solid state disk. Lenovo…
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 (10.1) could sport an Intel Atom CPU

Brad Linder

21 May 2013 | 10:15 am

Samsung could be planning to follow-up its 7 inch Galaxy Tab 3 with a few larger models. We’ve already seen evidence suggesting an 8 inch version is in the works. Now it looks like there may also be a 10.1 inch model on the way — and it could be the first Galaxy tablet powered by an Intel Atom processor. Samsung GT-P5200 GLBenchmark results? According to CNET’s sources, the upcoming tablet will have a 10.1 inch, 1280 x 800 pixel display, Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean software, and a 1.6 GHz Intel Atom Clover Trail+ processor. CNET reports that Samsung will officially introduce…
Deals of the Day (5-21-2013)

Brad Linder

21 May 2013 | 9:30 am

The Acer aspire S3 was one of the first ultrabooks to launch, and Acer has moved on to new models. But it’s still a pretty thin and light laptop, and you can regularly find older models selling for $600 or less. Today Acer is selling one of the best refurbished models I’ve seen in that price range, thanks to a powerful Core i7 Ivy Bridge processor. Here are some of the day’s best deals (note that the Craig netbook is only a good deal because it’s so cheap. It’s still probably a pretty lousy device). Refurb Acer Aspire S3 13″ ultrabook w/Core i7 Ivy Bridge…
Asus Transformer Book 13 inch hybrid notebook/tablet now available for $1499

Brad Linder

21 May 2013 | 8:15 am

The Asus Transformer Book TX300CA-DH71 is a notebook with a 13.3 inch display and an Intel Core i7 Ivy Bridge processor. It’s also a 13.3 inch tablet — all you have to do is lift the screen away from the keyboard to use the Windows 8 computer in tablet mode. First introduced about a year ago, the Transformer Book is finally available for purchase in the US today. You can pick one up from Amazon for $1499. Other retailers are selling for $1450 and up. The Transformer Book has an Intel Core i7-3517U dual-core processor, 4GB of RAM, and a 128GB solid state disk. It features a 1920…
Report: Dell XPS tablet with 10.8 inch full HD screen on the way

Brad Linder

21 May 2013 | 7:30 am

Dell appears to be working on a successor to the XPS 10 tablet which launched this year. According to Tech2.hu, the new model will feature a 10.8 inch, full HD display. It’s not clear if it will run Windows RT like the current model, or Windows 8. The news comes from a leaked product roadmap, much like the news we saw last week about Dell’s upcoming Latitude ultrabook plans. Unfortunately, aside from the screen size and resolution, the only thing we know about the new tablet is that it’s expected to launch in the fourth quarter of 2013. The Dell XPS 10 features a 1.5 GHz…

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Xbox One brings Halo Television series with Steven Spielberg

Chris Burns

21 May 2013 | 11:02 am

As the Xbox One was revealed by Microsoft this week, so too did Bonnie Ross from 343 Industries take the stage to discuss one of the platform’s mainstays: Halo. As the Xbox One is being pushed as an All In One system for home entertainment, Microsoft is bringing Halo forward as an interactive live-action television series. And Steven Spielberg is involved, too. According to Spielberg, this television series is an opportunity to bring on a new era in entertainment. For “Halo The Television Series”, an “intersection where technology and myth-making meet” is made,…
Xbox One NFL partnership brings live games, fantasy football

Craig Lloyd

21 May 2013 | 11:01 am

It seems Microsoft is aware that live sports can be hard to come by when you don’t have paid cable, and they’re looking to change that a bit by partnering up with the NFL in order to bring a better experience to Xbox One owners. The partnership will bring exclusive features to the new console, including live-streaming games and a better fantasy football experience. As for the fantasy football experience, neither the NFL or Microsoft detailed the new feature too much, but the fantasy football experience on the Xbox One will include features like keeping track of scoring and giving…
Xbox One release date “later this year”

Chris Davies

21 May 2013 | 11:01 am

The new Xbox One has been long-anticipated, but Microsoft knows what gamers really want to know today: and it’s not giving it to them. The new console will launch “later this year” Microsoft said, refusing to give a more specific release window. Of course, the biggest probability is that “later this year” means in time for the holiday shopping season. That would fit in with rumors we’ve heard before of a November release, certainly. As for price, that’s also a detail Microsoft is yet to confirm. The current Xbox 360 has an MRSP of $199.99 for the…
Xbox One blends game and TV with Quantum Break

Chris Davies

21 May 2013 | 10:51 am

Microsoft has revealed what’s shaping up to be perhaps the most unusual game for the Xbox One, a blend of TV and gaming called Quantum Break. The new game, announced alongside the console, is the handiwork of Remedy Games, which also created Max Payne. Microsoft didn’t give out too many details about Quantum Break, but the concept is pretty intriguing. The game appears to include live action drama – including a pretty creepy little girl – and then jump into gameplay as the storyline demands it. We’ve seen ambitious cut-scene video in games before, of course, with…
Xbox Live upgrades for Xbox One: cloud-stored media and DVR for games

Chris Burns

21 May 2013 | 10:44 am

As the Xbox One is shown to the public this week, Microsoft has made it clear that Xbox Live will not be left behind – in fact it’s getting some major upgrades in the way of server power, for starters. Microsoft spoke up at the Xbox One event about updating from 500 servers when the service started to 15,000 today, and by the end of the year, having 300,000 servers to help usher in the Xbox One. This service will be working with cloud-stored music, movies, games, and saves for your games as well. It’ll also be bringing forth DVR recording of games and media. With the update…

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Airport Insecurity — Once upon a time in America

bookofjoe

21 May 2013 | 9:01 am

People under 40 have no idea of how easy and pleasant it was to fly back in the 60s and early 70s. Above, a glimpse of good times past, never to be recovered. What's past isn't prologue: heck, it almost...
Friis Coffee Vault

bookofjoe

21 May 2013 | 5:01 am

16-ounce stainless steel container blocks lights and expells CO2 off-gassed by roasted beans so they stay fresh. $19.50 (beans not included).
Can you fix my husband? He says he's broke.

bookofjoe

21 May 2013 | 1:01 am

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Gittler Guitar — Time to shred

bookofjoe

20 May 2013 | 9:01 pm

Wrote Roberto Baldwin about this remarkable instrument in the June issue of Wired: "It may look like something from Zaphod Beeblebrox's collection of exotic weaponry, but the all titanium Gittler guitar is an expressive, unique, and entirely earthly musical instrument...
"Corrugated Fountain" — The art of the ephemeral

bookofjoe

20 May 2013 | 5:01 pm

Long story short: sculptor James Grashow created "Corrugated Fountain," made from cardboard and based on Bernini's Roman design, over a five year period. It was installed outdoors at the Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum in Ridgefield, Connecticut last year, then allowed...

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Web Tool ClippingMagic Instantly Removes The Background From Your Images

SolSie

20 May 2013 | 8:47 am

A new Web tool that you might find handy for your basic photo editing. ClippingMagic is starting its alpha testing but already shows great potential. The tool basically lets you upload an image, remove its background and download the image without background as a PNG file. You can insert the new image on top of any background image of your choice to create a new project. Granted, Adobe PhotoShop or PhotoShop Touch would provide a better image cut-out quality with their “Scribble Select” tool. But both tools cost money and a steep learning curb. With ClippingMagic, all you have to…
Who Needs a Staff When You’ve Got Apps?

SolSie

20 May 2013 | 8:04 am

Starting out on a bold new business venture is great but one trouble is realizing that you’re the ultimate one-man/woman-band (or at least it can feel that way) in the business. Until a small business can afford to build a staff of accountants, personal assistants, secretaries, a travel department and other areas which require people, many of these daily and time-consuming tasks must be undertaken by the person who also serves as the president, default CEO and sole employee of that business. Someday the big break for the business will come. Until then, here is a list of handy apps that…
Google+ Adds Many Enticing Photo Features..Would You Join?

SolSie

19 May 2013 | 6:23 pm

At Google I/O conference, the search giant introduce great features focusing on photo enhancements available on the company social network site Google+. The great news is the enhancements work their magic automatically cal and subtly without the need of user fiddling. Google knows that visual enhancements are enticing and could lure more users to its social network site. The upshot of these changes? “To a large number of users, their photos are just going to look better. They’re not really gonna know why,” Google senior vice president Vic Gundotra said. Google+ offers a…
Send Money By Gmail Attachment Soon Will Be Possible

SolSie

16 May 2013 | 8:59 pm

In the coming months, Google will allow Gmail users to send money in attachment. This can be done by the integration between Google Wallet and Gmail. You can quickly and securely send money to friends and family directly within Gmail — even if they don’t have a Gmail address [Google Wallet is required however]. It’s free to send money if your bank account is linked to Google Wallet or using your Google Wallet Balance, and 2.9% fees apply to send money using your linked credit or debit card. . Receiving payments is free. [Source Google] Technorati Tags: Gmail,Money,Wallet
What Is Google Glass and Why Is Everyone Freaking Out About It?

SolSie

16 May 2013 | 5:09 pm

Google has reportedly confirmed that the much-anticipated Google Glass augmented reality (AR) glasses will be available for wide-scale consumer purchase before the end of 2013. Apparently, the project is ahead of schedule, as original launch projections were for 2014. It’s also been reported that the original $1,500 price tag will be lower than anticipated, though Google has not yet specified how much lower. What is Google Glass? Google Glass is not exactly a phone, and it’s not exactly a computer, but it does have elements of both. It offers a wide range of features that Google…

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What We Know (And Think We Know) About The New Xbox

Colin Lecher

20 May 2013 | 3:25 pm

Xbox Infinity Mockup This is a not-official but still very nice mock-up made for Xbox Infinity (which might not be the new Xbox's name, either). Reddit/C-Ron Tomorrow, Microsoft will announce the new Xbox. Rumor roundup ahoy. Tomorrow, Microsoft will announce its long-awaited next-gen Xbox. The rumor mill has been churning for months--years, even--and reports with varying credibility have appeared. Here's what to expect. A NEW NAME This is surprisingly up in the air. Unlike the PlayStation 4, which we could at least guess at because of consistent branding until that point, the new Xbox has…
Drone-Vision Rifle Goes On Sale For $22K

Kelsey D. Atherton

17 May 2013 | 1:00 pm

TrackingPoint XactSystem Series 1) The hunter marks his prey. 2) The ballistics computer determines where the shot will land in current conditions. 3) The hunter corrects his aim and fires. Courtesy TrackingPoint A special heads-up display lets you tag a target onscreen before firing. The most inaccurate component of a rifle is the human behind the trigger, but starting Wednesday hunters can turn to drone-inspired vision for a little help. Provided they have $22,000 on hand for a new rifle, that is. The rifle works by incorporating a ballistics computer, 14-megapixel camera, a Linux-powered…
Internet-Enabled Laser Pointer Lets You Play With Your Pet From Anywhere In The World

Dan Nosowitz

17 May 2013 | 8:31 am

Petcube helps your cat stay active/frustrated by chasing a laser pointer. Playing a game of "chase the laser pointer" with a cat is one of the most compelling reasons to get a cat in the first place. But what to do when you go to work, or on a trip? How will you induce hilarious chirping and pouncing then? Petcube, a little gadget currently in pre-production, couples a Wi-Fi-connected 720p camera with a laser pointer. Through either a website or an app (currently apps are planned for iOS and Android), you can control the laser, or open controls to the public, allowing anyone in the world to…
The First Round Of Apps For Google Glass Is Here

Dan Nosowitz

16 May 2013 | 2:35 pm

Google Glass Sans Person Google Our first clue at how people might actually use Google Glass in the real world. Google announced today at the I/O developer conference in California that the first wave of apps, aside from the few that had already been announced, are here. Google Glass is a first-generation beta product. The way Google would like you to think of it is like the original iPhone: a totally new platform that won't really come into its own until developers can release apps for it. Remember that the original iPhone could do very little; it had email and maps and text messaging and a…
Google Should Include A Self-Destruct Button On Every Android Phone

Dan Nosowitz

15 May 2013 | 12:02 pm

Samsung Galaxy S4, With Skin Samsung Today at Google's I/O conference, stock Android seemed like a pricey luxury. Why? Today at the 2013 Google I/O conference in California, Google announced that the company would begin selling the Samsung Galaxy S4, the newest in the most successful Android phone line on the planet, themselves. When you buy a Galaxy S4 from your wireless carrier or a retail store, it comes with a skin called TouchWiz and a two-year contract. With Google, you'll pay more, but you won't get stuck with either the skin or the contract. The developers in the audience cheered when…

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Grippy Pad

admin

21 May 2013 | 9:15 am

Just like a tree frog’s amazing feet, the Grippy Pad will hold all sorts of things in place. And all without a single magnet, velcro strip, or sticky adhesive in sight. By some marvel of manufacturing (don’t ask) this advanced silicone material grips everything from iPads to Sat Navs. Just slap it on your dashboard and place your items on top. Like magic, they’ll be held in place!
Are Multipurpose Devices Better Than Products That Perform One Function?

admin

21 May 2013 | 1:00 am

Some of the hottest consumer products continue to be Web-connected multipurpose devices, such as tablets and smartphones. Since the advent of the app store, there seems to be no limit to what these gadgets can do. Nothing is just a phone, a camera or a television anymore. From the WSJ: Arguing for multi-purpose devices, Berkowitz writes: It’s true that my GPS-enabled camera takes better pictures than my smartphone, and can tell me they were taken in California. But learning to share the pictures with friends takes more effort than it is worth. In the new marketplace, devices people…
App Magnets

admin

20 May 2013 | 9:19 am

Now there’s an app for keeping your kids art work on the fridge…sort of.App Magnets look like app icons-certainly a far cry from those old school plain black magnets or ones that looks like strawberries.No download or 2 year contract required!
Google is tracking you

admin

20 May 2013 | 1:14 am

This is no parody. We give up our right for privacy for the usage of their software. Both Facebook and Google’s entire business model is based on knowing everything about you and then selling it to advertisers.
Judge: Cell phone users ‘have no legitimate expectation of privacy’

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20 May 2013 | 12:49 am

An American federal judge recently ruled that if someone has their cell phone turned on, their location data does not deserve protection under the Fourth Amendment, meaning law enforcement can track individuals without a search warrant. RT.com reports: “Given the ubiquity and celebrity of geolocation technologies, an individual has no legitimate expectation of privacy in the prospective of a cellular telephone where that individual has failed to protect his privacy by taking the simple expedient of powering it off,” Brown wrote. “As to control by the user, all of the known tracking…

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Small Package. Big Streaming Media

Spot Cool Tech Stuff

17 May 2013 | 8:02 am

Big things come in small packages, they say. “They” must certainly have a Roku 3 Streaming Media Player. It’s Spot Cool Stuff’s new favorite way to watch streaming videos and on-demand television — and cost-effective too. It works like this: You connect the little Roku 3 box to the internet, either through an Ethernet cable or wifi. Then you hook the box up to your HD television† via an HDMI cable. And — voilà — you are ready to watch television (and listen to music and play games . . . more on that in a moment). Roku claims this tiny magical box will…
Road Tripping in a 2013 Kia Sportage

Spot Cool Tech Stuff

3 May 2013 | 12:54 pm

When Kia offered us the opportunity to test drive a 2013 Kia Sportage we were initially hesitant. Our blog, after all, is called Spot Cool Stuff. It’s not Spot Ordinary Stuff or Spot Reasonably-Well-Made-Low-End Stuff — “ordinary,” “reasonable” and “low end” all being terms we associated with Kia. Yet the car company kept insisting that we give the Sportage a try (no strings attached). And, around this same time, it happened that we needed a larger vehicle for a family Spring Break trip we had planned to the Catskills region of New York state. So…
The Mouse, Evolved

Spot Cool Tech Stuff

9 Apr 2013 | 10:33 am

The computer mouse has been around for nearly as long as the computer has — the first trackball was invented as part of a secret U.S. government military project back in 1952! Since then, there have been many variants of the mouse, with most new iterations better than the last. We’ve written before about the surprisingly well-designed Microsoft Arc Mouse. And we love (and always travel with) an Apple Magic Mouse. But somehow every mouse we’ve used also has something about it that doesn’t feel quite right. We couldn’t figure out what exactly that something was until…
The 4moms Origami and the Dawn of High-Tech Baby Strollers

Spot Cool Tech Stuff

27 Mar 2013 | 1:30 pm

Over the last few decades, baby strollers have developed hipper designs and incorporated more rugged frames and lighter weight materials. But baby stroller technology (such as it is) has remained essentially the same as it was at the turn of the century — the 19th century. Happily, the humble stroller now is starting to become a little less humble. (And just in time for Spot Cool Stuff’s first baby, too!) A handful of new stroller start-ups are recognizing that today’s mobile and tech-savvy parents want those qualities reflected in their strollers. We’ll be publishing a…
Sponsored Video: GE’s Stunning Feats of Laundry

Spot Cool Tech Stuff

15 Mar 2013 | 12:35 pm

After nearly two decades of flat lining, the technology for washing and drying clothes has made substantial, incremental improvements in the last few years. The marketing of clothes washers and driers? Not so much. The average advertizement still consists of a supermodel masquerading as a housewife who becomes unrealistically upset at the ketchup stain on her blouse — and then unrealistically happy after her washer supposedly removed it. Leave it to GE, an innovator in home appliance technology, to be an innovator on the marketing front too. For their new High Efficiency Top Load Washer and…

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Weekends with O’Keeffe

Enrique

21 May 2013 | 10:01 am

Winner of the 2012 Zia Award from New Mexico Press WomenIn 1973 Georgia O’Keeffe employed C. S. Merrill to catalog her library for her estate. Merrill, a poet who was a graduate student at the University of New Mexico, was twenty-six years old and O’Keeffe was eighty-five, almost blind, but still painting. Over seven years, Merrill was called upon for secretarial assistance, cooking, and personal care for the artist. Merrill’s journals reveal details of the daily life of a genius. The author describes how O’Keeffe stretched the canvas for her twenty-six-foot cloud…
White Artisan Playing Cards

Enrique

21 May 2013 | 10:00 am

Designed by Simon Frouws | Country: South Africa From theory11. “The Artisan White Edition playing cards, like the previous Black Edition, were designed by South African artist Simon Frouws and feature elegant gold foil hot stamped onto ultra-lux white paper. They were produced using FSC-certified papers derived from sustainable forests, vegetable-based inks and starch-based laminates…. Read More at Lovely Package…
60s-style black and white check shell top from River Island

Enrique

21 May 2013 | 7:00 am

The high street does the 1960s, with this black and white check shell top from River Island. It’s an unashamedly retro design in swinging sixties style, with black and white checks and embellished with Quant-like flowers. There’s a keyhole opening… Read More at Retro to Go…
Building Design Strategy: Using Design to Achieve Key Business Objectives

Enrique

21 May 2013 | 4:01 am

This anthology of provocative essays, each written by a key player or analyst, offers dozens of ideas for creating and maintaining a successful corporate design strategy.How can design be used to solve business problems? That’s the question answered, in many innovative ways, by Building Design Strategy. Mark Dziersk, EunSool Kwon, Arnold Levin, Laura Weiss, and many more top-name contributors share their experience and insights. Topics explore the full range of issues today, including thinking ahead; adapting to challenges; developing tangible strategies; using design to convey ideas;…
8-bit case for Apple’s iPhone

Enrique

21 May 2013 | 4:00 am

Fans of vintage gaming might well sell the appeal of this 8-bit case for Apple’s iPhone 5. Yes, designed to remind you of the dawn of home gaming, it also offers pixelated protection for your smartphone, throwing in free wallpaper… Read More at Retro to Go…

Coolest Gadget Reviews
Sony PS4 Teaser Video Released Ahead Of Xbox 720 Launch

Mike

20 May 2013 | 9:56 am

Tomorrow is going to be a big day for Microsoft as they finally unveil their next generation of their gaming console, the Xbox, but here we are on the eve of this event and it is Sony that is garnering some headlines. The company has managed to do this by teasing PlayStation fans with a new teaser video that highlights the PS4. (...)Read the rest of Sony PS4 Teaser Video Released Ahead Of Xbox 720 Launch © Coolest Gadget Reviews, 2013. Coated brings you the coolest gadgets and best geek toys. Sony PS4 Teaser Video Released Ahead Of Xbox 720 Launch | Online Gaming | Post tags: Sony
WordPress Says Large Number Of Tumblr Users Leave After Yahoo Buyout

Mike

20 May 2013 | 9:35 am

With the acquisition of Tumblr by Yahoo now done, the question remains, just how will customers react. For its part, Yahoo has gone on the record to try and alleviate any fears by saying that Tumblr will remain independent and that there will be no change to their CEO. (...)Read the rest of WordPress Says Large Number Of Tumblr Users Leave After Yahoo Buyout © Coolest Gadget Reviews, 2013. Coated brings you the coolest gadgets and best geek toys. WordPress Says Large Number Of Tumblr Users Leave After Yahoo Buyout | Online News | Post tags: Tumblr
Yahoo Spends $1.1 Billion For Tumblr

Mike

20 May 2013 | 9:21 am

It’s a done deal. In an official announcement that has been made, Yahoo has confirmed that they have purchased Tumblr for the princely sum of $1.1 billion. This time, the purchase wasn’t a combination of both stock options and cash, but this was an all cash deal. (...)Read the rest of Yahoo Spends $1.1 Billion For Tumblr © Coolest Gadget Reviews, 2013. Coated brings you the coolest gadgets and best geek toys. Yahoo Spends $1.1 Billion For Tumblr | Online News | Post tags: Yahoo
Google Glass Will Get Month Updates

Mike

16 May 2013 | 6:57 pm

It appears that Google is going to be quite busy with their Google Glass for the next few months. While Google Glass has been released to just a select group of testers, the official release of Google Glass to the public isn’t expected to take place until next year. (...)Read the rest of Google Glass Will Get Month Updates © Coolest Gadget Reviews, 2013. Coated brings you the coolest gadgets and best geek toys. Google Glass Will Get Month Updates | Online News | Post tags: google
Samsung: Galaxy S4 Software Optimization Will Increase Storage Space

Mike

16 May 2013 | 6:30 pm

Along with all of the features that a smartphone might offer, another consideration to take into account is the amount of usable storage space that is available. While a phone maker might suggest that a smartphone has a certain amount of storage space, a certain amount of it is eaten up by the operating system itself. (...)Read the rest of Samsung: Galaxy S4 Software Optimization Will Increase Storage Space © Coolest Gadget Reviews, 2013. Coated brings you the coolest gadgets and best geek toys. Samsung: Galaxy S4 Software Optimization Will Increase Storage Space | Mobile Phones | Post tags:…

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CubiWin 7.0-Inch Touchscreen GPS Navigator

Isaiah

20 May 2013 | 6:43 pm

Never get lost on the road again with Chinavasion’s latest 7.0-inch touchscreen GPS navigator ‘CubiWin’. Priced at just $80.04, the device is equipped with a 7.0-inch 800 x 480 resistive touchscreen display, a 468MHz MT3351 processor, a MT3329 GPS chipset, a 128MB RAM, a 4GB of internal storage, a microSD card slot (up to 16GB), an FM radio, a multimedia player, Bluetooth, a 1100mAh battery and runs on Windows CE 6.0 operating system. [Product Page]
Transcend MSM610 mSATA SSDs

Isaiah

20 May 2013 | 6:38 pm

Transcend is proud to announce a new line of mSATA SSDs, the MSM610. Available in 8GB, 16GB and 32GB sizes, these ultra-compact SSDs are equipped with MLC NAND Flash memory chips, a SATA 3.0 Gbps interface, built-in ECC, TRIM & NCQ support, a MTBF of 1 million hours and can deliver read and write speeds of up to 245MB/s and 48MB/s, respectively. Prices unannounced yet. [Transcend]
iiyama ProLite B2776HDS-3 27-Inch Full HD Monitor

Isaiah

20 May 2013 | 6:33 pm

iiyama has showed off another one of its upcoming Full HD monitor, the ProLite B2776HDS-3. Adopting a TN panel, this new 27-inch LED-backlight monitor provides 1920 x 1080 Full HD resolution, 1200:1 contrast ratio, 300 cd/m2 brightness and 3.4ms response time. What’s more, it also comes with two built-in 1.5W speakers, an adjustable stand and a number of connectivity ports including D-Sub, DVI-D and HDMI. The ProLite B2776HDS-3 will retail for 33,800 Yen (about $328) in black (released in late May) and white (released in late June) color options. [iiyama]
Epson LP-S340DN A4 Monochrome Laser Printer

Isaiah

19 May 2013 | 6:57 pm

Epson is set to drop their latest A4 monochrome laser printer, the LP-S340DN. Powered by a 600MHz dual-core processor, this high-speed laser printer is able to print 35 pages (A4) per minute in single-sided black-and-white or 21 pages (A4) per minute in double-sided black-and-white at 1200 x 1200 dpi resolution. The LP-S340DN will go on sale from May 23rd for 69,980 Yen (about $684). [Epson]
Unitcom Amphis BTO MD6000W8-Ci7-TR Desktop PC

Isaiah

19 May 2013 | 6:42 pm

The Amphis BTO MD6000W8-Ci7-TR is another newly launched desktop PC from Unitcom that sports a 3.40GHz Intel Core i7-3770 processor, an Intel Z77 Express Chipset, an Intel HD Graphics, a 4GB DDR3 RAM, a 500GB hard drive, a DVD Super Multi Drive, a 450W power supply and runs on Windows 8 64-bit OS. The Amphis BTO MD6000W8-Ci7-TR is available now for 77,980 Yen (about $762). [Product Page]

The Red Ferret Journal - gadgets, cool sites, freeware and tech trivia
THL W100 – is this Quad Core, Jelly Bean phone at just $169 worth buying? Yep. [Review]

Nigel

21 May 2013 | 4:45 am

High end smartphones are all well and good, but not everyone has $700+ to drop on a mobile, even if it’s got more processing power [...] 889 words | permalink | No comments | digg this continue reading
The new Flickr is gorgeous, is Yahoo! back on track at last?

Nigel

21 May 2013 | 4:36 am

Well there were two choices. Either Yahoo! had to ditch/sell Flickr, or the company needed to drastically remodel the ageing service to keep up with [...] 468 words | permalink | No comments | digg this continue reading
The Productivity Boosting Nap Pod – How valuable is sleep to you?

caitlyn

20 May 2013 | 11:00 pm

Sleep can be pretty hard to come by. If you have a brain that won’t shut down the moment your head [...] 204 words | permalink | No comments | digg this continue reading
Inka Mobile Pen and Stylus – you have the right to write!

caitlyn

20 May 2013 | 11:00 pm

There are two very different ways of writing down information. One is on your phone or tablet, and [...] 148 words | permalink | No comments | digg this continue reading
Nokia Asha 501 wants to give everyone high-end design that’s accessible

caitlyn

20 May 2013 | 11:00 pm

Just about every day you see a new smartphone, tablet, or laptop crop up that has a rather lofty price tag attached [...] 212 words | permalink | No comments | digg this continue reading

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Best Chef Knife in the World. Best Chef Knives

superadmin

7 May 2013 | 7:51 pm

Just like the brush in a painter’s hand that works like a magic wand wherefrom flows a masterpiece, a chef’s knife is what forms the foundation of the many a delicacy that can wow those who are fortunate enough to sample it! The best chef knife in the world will perhaps be amongst the the ones designed and developed by one of the highest selling chef knife brands in the world, the Global Knives. Global is one of the most respected companies that manufacture world’s best chef knives, Global Knives have wowed many a chef for generations. You will be surprised to know that each…
USB Flash Drive Lighter: Here’s an idea…

superadmin

31 Oct 2009 | 11:01 pm

The perfect gift for a burgeoning arsonist who likes to keep their data storage handy. Oh great. Another USB combo device. Like the world needs more of those. Except this one is actually pretty cool. Some of our favorite products on this site are the combo items. Samurai sword mates with umbrella? Excellent! Jane Austen’s gentry class coupled with zombies? Sold! Brass knuckles on my coffee cup? Yes please! And now you can add another one to the list — an 8GB USB flash drive hidden in a very fashionable lighter. The lighter features an embossed cow skull in a bronze finish and has an…
Jolicloud Netbook OS: Here’s an idea…

superadmin

4 Sep 2009 | 11:03 pm

Make a netbook OS that’s not only cool to look at, but is much simpler to use. Netbooks are no-nonsense internet surfing devices with limited storage and power. So why do they keep coming reinstalled with Windows? Wouldn’t it make sense to create a simple, gorgeous operating system that uses the concept of SaaS (software as a service) cloud computing? That’s what the makers of Jolicloud thought. And that’s what the makers of Jolicloud created. Jolicloud is an OS that uses SaaS cloud computing. The programs you use don’t actually exist on your netbook’s hard drive. They don’t…
Logictec iPhone Mic Recorder: Here’s an idea…

superadmin

3 Sep 2009 | 11:08 pm

Use your iPhone to launch your professional music career. In a perfect storm guaranteed to get you your major record deal Logitec (note the absence of the “h”)has released the LIC-iREC03P just as the “I Am T-Pain” application (which autotunes your voice — boat not included) was released for the iPhone. If this isn’t a sign that you should redub all those songs you posted to your YouTube using these two things I don’t know what is. Here’s what Red Ferret said about the device: Logitec (not the mouse and keyboard people) make this Logitec LIC-iREC03P microphone recorder…
Slip Grips: Here’s an idea…

superadmin

31 Aug 2009 | 12:27 am

Help the weak handed get a grip. About a year ago I started getting numbness in my dominant hand. After a few months the numbness became a noticeable weakness and I was having trouble using a pencil (which for a graphic designer isn’t the best think), mouse or even trying my shoelaces. After visiting the neurologist I was diagnosed with Ulnar Neurosis. My ulnar nerve was being pinched near my elbow and it delayed nerve impulses in my wrist and hand. With no nerve communication telling my muscles to move they had begun to atrophy at an alarming rate. Now I’m not asking you to play a sad…

OnlyGizmos
Panasonic Debuts P51 Android Smartphone In India

Rahul Srinivas

17 May 2013 | 2:28 am

Panansonic India has announced the launch of the P51 – an Android powered smartphone in the country. The first in a series of new Android handsets that the Japanese company plans to bring here, the → Read MoreThe post Panasonic Debuts P51 Android Smartphone In India appeared first on OnlyGizmos.
LG, Google Finally Bring The Nexus 4 To India For Rs. 25,999

Rahul Srinivas

16 May 2013 | 5:00 am

LG and Google have jointly announced the launch of the Nexus 4 Android smartphone in India. The device is expected to make it to India in the next few days and is already available for → Read MoreThe post LG, Google Finally Bring The Nexus 4 To India For Rs. 25,999 appeared first on OnlyGizmos.
How Google Just Killed Simplicity With Its Hangouts Android App

Rahul Srinivas

15 May 2013 | 3:39 pm

One of the reasons I love almost every Google product out there was the basic principle of simplicity they followed in designing them. The simplicity of design that they kickstarted with their search engine seemed → Read MoreThe post How Google Just Killed Simplicity With Its Hangouts Android App appeared first on OnlyGizmos.
The Nokia Lumia 925 Goes Official: Is Basically A Metal Clad Lumia 920

Rahul Srinivas

14 May 2013 | 4:36 am

At an event held a few minutes ago at London, Nokia took covers off its newest Windows Phone powered handset – the Lumia 925. Now for those of you expecting the Lumia 925 to be that all → Read MoreThe post The Nokia Lumia 925 Goes Official: Is Basically A Metal Clad Lumia 920 appeared first on OnlyGizmos.
5 Reasons Why You Should Buy The Nokia Asha 501!

Rahul Srinivas

13 May 2013 | 5:17 am

Yours truly just returned after a whirlwind trip to New Delhi where Nokia had its international launch of its new Asha Series handset – the Asha 501. The launch event in itself was huge and → Read MoreThe post 5 Reasons Why You Should Buy The Nokia Asha 501! appeared first on OnlyGizmos.

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ChargeCard is the Credit-Card Shaped Micro USB Adaptor Cable

Dennis Yeo

21 May 2013 | 1:13 am

There are many uses for a micro USB cable. It is most commonly used for charging and transferring data to and from our portable gadgets like smartphones, portable media players and tablet PCs today. Here’s one micro USB cable, that doesn’t even look like a cable, but still does the job. The credit-card shaped micro [...]Read more: ChargeCard is the Credit-Card Shaped Micro USB Adaptor Cable, originally written and published on Internet Siao - Creative and Useful Gifts, Gadgets and More!
Dots on the Wall – Dots Hooks By Muuto

Dennis Yeo

20 May 2013 | 12:26 am

There can be many ways a wall can be made useful other than just being a flat vertical surface that comes with a color. One of the ways is to mount some hooks on it so they can be used for hanging stuff. Here’s one way of doing just that without making it look messy. [...]Read more: Dots on the Wall – Dots Hooks By Muuto, originally written and published on Internet Siao - Creative and Useful Gifts, Gadgets and More!
Beautiful Mirette Wall Mount Mirror and Shelf Combo

Dennis Yeo

18 May 2013 | 3:03 am

Mirrors and shelves have always been suitable for mounting on walls. Here’s a set of wall mounted shelves and mirror that have been made into a single item. The shelves from the Mirette series by Guillaume Delvigne come with a mirror integrated into the design, which makes it multipurpose, where the presence of a mirror [...]Read more: Beautiful Mirette Wall Mount Mirror and Shelf Combo, originally written and published on Internet Siao - Creative and Useful Gifts, Gadgets and More!
KeyProp is a Smartphone Stand That Looks Like a Key

Dennis Yeo

17 May 2013 | 3:15 am

Need a quick way to prop up your smartphone outdoors? If only there was a way to grab something out of your pocket in an instant to use as a smartphone stand… All that is possible with this key, not just an ordinary key, but a smartphone stand made to look like a key. The [...]Read more: KeyProp is a Smartphone Stand That Looks Like a Key, originally written and published on Internet Siao - Creative and Useful Gifts, Gadgets and More!
Human Index Finger Sticky Note Page Markers

Dennis Yeo

15 May 2013 | 11:48 pm

Sticky notes are useful not only for memos and notes, but in the case of slim sized sticky notes, they are useful for bringing attention to a particular section of a page of a book. Here’s one set of sticky notes that will bring a lot more attention to a particular section of a page, [...]Read more: Human Index Finger Sticky Note Page Markers, originally written and published on Internet Siao - Creative and Useful Gifts, Gadgets and More!

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Mac Chrome Google App Launcher available in Beta

Jay Garrett

21 May 2013 | 6:53 am

Do you use a Mac put also want access to your Google applications? You’ll be needing this new App Launcher, then. Google engineer, François Beaufort has posted on Google+ the announcement that a new Chrome App Launcher designed from Mac is almost here. “Chrome Team is currently working on bringing the App Launcher on the... Similarly Gadgety: Google Chrome Browser Taunts Firefox and IE Google Chrome OS Now Downloadable Google Chrome OS Coming to a Netbook Near You in 2010
Xbox 720 to be revealed at two events – Illumiroom, FIFA 14, Forza Vita and COD: Ghosts present

Jay Garrett

21 May 2013 | 4:15 am

Microsoft is holding a press event in less than eight hours where they will finally unveil their new Xbox console, currently called Xbox 720 by everyone. Microsoft’s Major Nelson has revealed that the new Xbox console will be revealed over two events, the first one takes place today. Microsoft’s Aaron Greenberg stated, in the latest... Similarly Gadgety: Xbox 720 could be named Xbox Infinity – art leaked Xbox 720 event under canvas will house new consoles Xbox 720 will be out for Christmas 2013
Student figures out how to charge your mobile phone in less than 30 seconds

Jay Garrett

21 May 2013 | 2:51 am

Having your phone die mid-conversation or worse, mid a high scoring sprint in Temple Run, is annoying. The wait for it to be fully charged seems ages. Not anymore as an 18 year old student has invented the speediest of phone chargers. Eesha Khare has invented a cellphone charger that is capable of charging a... Similarly Gadgety: ADzero Bamboo Android Phone Available Soon – Designed by Middlesex Uni Student HTC Bliss Mobile Phone Stereotypes Women – Bringing Sexist Back Sony’s First Mobile Phone – The Xperia S
Sony PlayStation 4 flashed ahead of E3 in video clip

Jay Garrett

20 May 2013 | 1:32 pm

As the excitement and anticipation grows for Microsoft’s big unveiling of the next generation of Xbox tomorrow, Sony has decided this would be a good time to remind everyone about their competing next-generation console – well it’s been three months and it’s yet to show its face. Perhaps one of the biggest let downs of... Similarly Gadgety: Not even Sony’s boss has seen the PlayStation 4 yet PlayStation 4 will land in UK this year and cool but fake video trailer released Sony PlayStation 4 Being Prepared for Christmas! [ps4]
Apple said to be testing 1.5-inch displays for iWatch

Jay Garrett

20 May 2013 | 8:16 am

It appears that Apple is still testing out the idea of an iWatch with reports coming in that they are trialing 1.5-inch displays. A pair of reports surrounding Apple’s smart watch have been highlighted by Macotakara which appear in today’s edition of Taiwanese newspaper Economic Times. The first report states that Apple has begun sampling... Similarly Gadgety: Apple, Foxconn and Sharp testing HD iTV designs Apple iWatch – Top 5 must haves Sharp Increases HD Screen Production for Apple iTV Displays

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Secondary Schools In UK Banning E-Cigarettes

Jimmy Tenk

9 May 2013 | 1:49 pm

It a rather backwards progression, it seems electronic cigarettes will be banned in Universities and Colleges in the UK before they are banned on High School grounds. Apparently teachers and profs believe the fake fags, as the Brits call them, as a gateway drug. I assume they are speaking only of the e-cigs with nicotine [...]
Legislators Continue To Misrepresent E-Cigarettes

Jimmy Tenk

2 May 2013 | 4:09 pm

Ever since the electronic cigarette has gained popularity in the United States, many legislators have viewed the product as a ploy for big tobacco to circumvent current anti-smoking laws. But the truth is that it has only been recently since tobacco companies have taken interest in the new tobacco product. And does it really matter [...]
The Future Of Electronic Cigarettes

Guest Author

19 Apr 2013 | 1:22 pm

Since they first hit the market in 2007 as an alternative to smoking, e-cigarettes have been constantly growing in popularity as more and more people realize they can have the best of both worlds by giving up regular cigarettes and switching to the electronic version. The Facts About E-Cigarettes The electronic cigarette differs from regular [...]
Our New Recommended E-Cigarette Supplier: Vapor4Life

Jimmy Tenk

3 Apr 2013 | 3:53 pm

We are proud to announce the addition of Vapor4Life electronic cigarettes to our list of preferred e-cig vendors. Vapor4life has been a constant in the vaping world for sometime and is one of the most respected and knowledgeable suppliers on the e-cigarette forum. They have a large range of products to choose from with nicely [...]
ECigs? Here’s What The Government Wants To Do About Them

Guest Author

8 Mar 2013 | 10:25 am

Just like anything you take into your body, there are going to be controversies and regulations imposed. As sales of eCigs soar in the United States and Europe there are many research engines running tests to help determine whether eCigs are good or bad for your health. Government Regulations The latest ruling from the FDA [...]

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Proud to Recognize Our Troops | Armed Forces Day & Memorial Day

C. Smith

16 May 2013 | 4:09 pm

US Digital Media has recently partnered with the U.S. Army and the U.S. Air Force in creating, manufacturing and distributing expertly designed U.S. ARMY® and U.S. Air Force mobile accessories. It is our pride to bring the feeling of achievement and courage into our complete line of earbuds, headphones, smartphone and tablet cases, car and [...]
Custom USB Car Chargers

C. Smith

16 May 2013 | 12:32 pm

It used to be that cars and USB technology were distinctly separate. The former belonged to the road, and the latter, strictly within the realm of desktops and laptops. Today, new cars roll off the production line with built-in USB ports for charging your USB gadgets or enjoying their contents. But, changing your car is [...]
Custom Headphones For Promotional Use

C. Smith

9 May 2013 | 3:06 pm

Always striving to be your main provider of customizable computer accessories, PremiumUSB.com is now introducing a variety of custom headphones to its line of products. And as one would come to expect from the site, the headphones, which are offered in standard, DJ, and other styles, combine price and quality in a way that allows [...]
Introducing New Sports Shape Custom USB Drives

C. Smith

30 Apr 2013 | 5:04 pm

Standard USB flash drives offer variety in storage capacities, durability, and design. But variety is the spice of life. And fortunately PremiumUSB.com now has a series of sports-specific USB flash drives on hand that are yours for the taking (well, actually, for the ordering). PremiumUSB.com introduces its sports USB flash drive section with different flash [...]
U.S. ARMY® Scorch Earbuds with BudBag

C. Smith

23 Apr 2013 | 9:54 am

Most non-music lovers find it hard to understand the reason behind various designs of earbuds. For them, all earbuds are the same as long as you can hear the song. But to those who appreciate music, there is a big difference to the sound produced depending on the kind of earphones used. If you want [...]

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$14 MP3 Player With Built In NES Emulator, But...

bohus

21 May 2013 | 10:30 am

I still don't have an expensive mp3 player. I listen to music & podcasts all the time, so an MP3 player in my employ is likely to get crammed into a pocket and get knocked around a bit. Since there is such a wealth of perfectly serviceable sub $25 models around, it really doesn't pay for me to splash out for a fancy music player (though I'd still like to get an early iPod one of these days). I usually end up with an off-brand or non-brand unit from some online surplus outfit. The one I'm using right now is amazingly feature-packed. It plays music that sounds good (not always the case with…
Pee Wee Harmonica: A Mini Mouth Harp For Big Wheezes

bohus

19 May 2013 | 11:47 pm

I love miniatures, especially when they still have all the functions of their big brothers (within reason, of course). We've written articles about the tiny film camera that was the top lure of my local grocer's gumball machine, and also an impossibly small AM radio from the 60s. Here's a mini gadget that's even older; the Pee Wee Harmonica. The box tells us that this was manufactured in occupied Japan, so this little mouth harp and its box go way back. My guess is that the Pee Wee was "inspired" by Hohner Instruments' similar mini harmonica "the Little Lady".Hohner is a harmonica brand that…
Tiny 1979 Article About "The Empire Strikes Back"

bohus

15 May 2013 | 12:14 am

One great thing about looking through old magazines is reading about something we now know to be a big deal, before anyone knew it was going to be a big deal. I was thumbing through the spring 1979 issue of Cinefantastique - one of the most consistently outstanding sci fi film and tv magazines until it ceased publication in 2006. I bought the issue because of the lengthy cover story about Forbidden Planet (a film that I occasionally become obsessed with to this day).The Forbidden Planet article was fascinating, but also fascinating were the tiny little blind items sprinkled through the…
Amiga Forever Brings Classic Computing Power To Android

bohus

6 May 2013 | 9:53 am

I've got an iPad, and it's a lovely device. Elegant and otherworldly (I can push icons around with my finger!) it's a great way to do a lot of things... as long as what you want to do is exactly what Apple wants you to do. I must have been naive, but when I got the thing, I was surprised at how limited my access is to this very expensive thing I bought. I can't just copy files onto the iPad without getting iTunes' okay, and I can't really run any of my favorite classic game & computer emulators even though the hardware is more than powerful enough.You can get some classic game pre-packs…
1960s Calrad DM-12 Microphone Got Back

bohus

14 Apr 2013 | 10:56 pm

In my line of work, I end up using a lot of microphones. Overwhelmingly these days, a mic is a fairly utilitarian cylinder (with occasional exceptions, of course). However when you cast an ear over microphones of the past, not only do you experience microphones with many different aural characteristics, you also get a wide variety of shapes and sizes. We all recognize the Shure "Elvis" microphone, the classic RCA capsule shaped mic (and its innumerable knockoffs), and I still get email from people wanting to buy the "Bob Barker" microphone I wrote about years ago. I do remember seeing the…

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Leon – 2013-05-22 01:46:02

21 May 2013 | 10:46 am

Hi there, We received pictures of a new Acer Ultrabook, the M5-538P. Because we don’t do laptop news, it might be nice stuff for you guys. No details known about the notebook yet. http://www.tabletguide.nl/onderwerp/acer-m5-583p-touch/ Regards, Leon AUTHOR: Leon…
Kyle Kulyk – 2013-05-15 06:17:23

14 May 2013 | 3:17 pm

Hello. My name’s Kyle Kulyk, co-founder and lead developer for Canadian based indie studio, Itzy Interactive. We’ve just released both the iOS and Android versions of our puzzler Vex Blocks, our second mobile title. We’re trying a new take on …
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Joanna – 2013-05-09 01:18:45

8 May 2013 | 10:18 am

Dear Netbook News Team, My name is Joanna from PressReader, the largest newspaper and magazine kiosk app for iOS, Android, BlackBerry and Windows. I was perusing your site and came across Peter’s “Newspaper publisher in the US to offer subsidized …
Frits vd Hoven – 2013-04-30 15:03:14

30 Apr 2013 | 12:03 am

This forum post shows leaked pictures of the Acer Aspire M5-582PT 15-inch touch Ultrabook. http://www.tabletguide.nl/onderwerp/acer-aspire-m5-582pt-15-inch-touch-ultrabook/ AUTHOR: Frits vd Hoven AUTHOR EMAIL: fritsvdhoven@hotmail.com AUTHOR URL: http://www.tabletguide.nl/onderwerp/acer-aspire-m5-582pt-15-inch-touch-ultrabook/ SUBJECT: [netbooknews.com] Tip Us IP: 84.31.46.132 Array ( [Name] => Frits vd Hoven…

The UberReview
Electric Unicycle is a Gyro-stabilized Vehicle that You Can Probably Afford

C. S. Magor

20 May 2013 | 9:12 pm

If you have secretly been pining for a Segway but can’t afford to buy one then it might be worth taking a look at the Electric Unicycle. I know, I know, there are a lot of Segway haters out there – but part of me suspects that the hate arises from the same places that it always does… jealousy. Segways are not cheap, and the vast majority of people who would like one can’t afford to buy one – hence the hate. For this reason, the Electric Unicycle might prove to be a winner. The tiny one-wheeled vehicle is capable, by way of its 500W electric motor, of pushing a 160-lb man at a speed…
Coolest Rear View Mirror Ever

Whutsiznaim

17 May 2013 | 10:37 pm

Does this actually seem logical? I’m not sure, but it’s cool as hell. This rear view mirror first and foremost features a 5 inch screen, because your factory mirror doesn’t allow for good enough field of vision. It also has a front dash cam, and a rearview camera in case you are a victim of police brutality, a stalker, or if you just want to do a better job parking. It even records as you drive in case some yokel tries to say the accident was your fault. It’s got GPS, because why wouldn’t it? You’re in a car for Christ’s sake. What’s…
iFixit Pro Tech Toolkit: Just the Essentials, Nothing Else

C. S. Magor

17 May 2013 | 4:09 pm

While I have all of the stuff in the iFixit Pro Tech Toolkit in one place or another, I find myself slightly envious of the folks who have it all in one place in a neat little roll bag. What I love about this kit is that they have pared it down to the essentials, the tools that you need for most electronics repair jobs – but none of the stuff that you are unlikely to need. That keeps things nice, light and more importantly mobile. Don’t get me wrong, I like my full screwdriver sets – but if I am going to someone’s house to look under the hood a malfunctioning laptop,…
How to Tame the Most Bloated Gmail Inbox

C. S. Magor

16 May 2013 | 7:59 pm

I get quite a lot of email – not as much as someone like Bill Gates, but enough to make Gmail inbox management a painful, time-consuming chore. In the old days, I filtered. I still do, but things are much less work thanks to a new tools and applications. This is by no means an exhaustive list, just a few things that anybody out there who is not actively managing their inbox can do to live a less stressed, more comfortable life. Note that while some of these suggestions will work for other email providers, for now the majority are Gmail only. Mailbox, for example, currently only supports…
Casino Royale in Stop Motion Lego

C. S. Magor

15 May 2013 | 10:15 pm

The video that you see below is the work of one coccosnowball (YouTube) who went to the trouble of putting together this action-packed stop-motion animation of Casino Royale… in delicious black and white. It looks fantastic and the attention to detail is outstanding – but you can save yourself the trouble of me telling you how good it is by spending the three minutes it takes to watch it from start to finish. [Source]

PicoProjector-Info
Microvision raised $5.85 million

pico

17 May 2013 | 11:15 pm

A few days ago Microvision announced their financial results for Q1 2013, and they reported that the company has only $3.3 million in cash. The company lost $3.7 million in the quarter, so obviously they needed to raise more money.Happily, the company announced today that indeed they raised $5.85 million by selling 2.6 million shares plus warrants to buy 1.9 million shares to Crede CG III and other investors. That's good news for Microvision, but I think it may not be enough as it doesn't seem likely the company can become profitable by the end of 2013.
JVC kenwood announced a new pico-projector based car navigation HUD

pico

16 May 2013 | 6:26 am

JVC Kenwood announced a new car navigation HUD (model MDV-737HUD), which will be released later on this month and will cost around ¥250,000 (over US$2,500), which includes the main LCD unit in the dashboard. The new HUD uses Syndiant's LCoS pico projector to display a 7" display in front of the driver.This is the first product from Syndiant and JVC Kenwood's strategic alliance announced in late 2012. The pico projector backplane is made by Syndiant while the cell assembly is being done by JVC. read more
Microvision Q1 2013 results: $1.8 million in revenue, $3.7 million net loss

pico

6 May 2013 | 12:30 am

Microvision announced their financial results for Q1 2013. The company had $1.8 million in revenue (up slightly from $1.7 million in Q1 2012), and the net loss was $3.7 million (down from $9.8 million in Q1 2012).If we look at the cash side, the cash used in Q1 was $3.5 million. The company has $3.3 million in cash and equivalents (and a backlog of $5.1 million). This means that they will have to raise more money, and soon.
Promate Lumitab

pico

6 May 2013 | 12:23 am

Projector type: 854x480, 35 lumens, max image 100" The Lumitab is a 7" (1024x600) Android tablet that sports a WVGA DLP pico projector (854x480, 35 lumens). Other features include a 1.5Ghz dual-core CPU, 1GB of RAM and 16GB of flash memory.We still do not know when Promate will ship this tablet, and for what price.
Best selling pico-projector update (May 2013)

pico

1 May 2013 | 2:33 am

Here's our monthly best-selling pico-projectors list for the beginning of May 2013. We're using data from Amazon.com, which seems to be selling the most wide range of pico projectors. This list does not include embedded modules in mobile phones or cameras. Brookstone HDMI pocket projector ($299)Aaxa P4X ($279)Mini projector for iPhone/iPad ($99)3M iPhone projector sleeve ($85)SVP PPP-03 ($89)3M MP225a ($176)Aaxa P3 ($239) 3M Roku Streaming Projector ($249)Optoma PK320 ($362)Telstar iPhone projector sleeve ($105)

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Onyx to launch two new Android E Ink e-readers and an E Ink smartphone soon

ereader

16 May 2013 | 12:43 am

China-based Onyx is reportedly working on two new E Ink e-readers. Both will have Wi-Fi, a touch display, 4GB of RAM and a 1 GHz CPU. They will actually be Android (v2.3) tablets, limited by the E Ink display. The BOOX R65 will have an IR touchscreen while the BOOX C65 will have a capacitive touchscreen. There are also reports that the company is set to launch the E43 Android phone that has a 4.3" E Ink panel and the same 1 GHz cpu in a few months. read more
Will Microsoft buy B&N's Nook unit for $1 billion?

ereader

12 May 2013 | 12:24 am

There are reports that Microsoft is considering to buy Nook Media in a deal worth $1 billion. Nook is making Android tablets and E Ink e-readers. If Microsoft will take control, it's likely that they will stop making Android tablets in favor of Windows ones (this was an expected move in any case). Nook Media is also expected to wind down the E Ink e-reader business, unfortunately.Microsoft is already a shareholder in Nook - they hold 17.6% after investing $300 million when the unit was spun-off from B&N back in May 2012. read more
B&N slashes the prices of the Nook Simple Touch to just £29 in the UK

ereader

5 May 2013 | 4:56 am

Barnes & Noble slashed the price of the Nook Simple Touch to just £29 in the UK (about $45). This is a limited-time discount. They also lowered the price of the Simple Touch with Glowlight to £79 (down from £109).The Nook Simple Touch (known as the Nook Touch before November 2011) is an Android based e-reader with a 6" 800x600 Pearl E Ink display that supports touch, 2GB of internal memory, a microSD slot and a micro-USB connector. It supports ePub and PDF file formats and weights 226 grams. In the US it costs $79. read more
PocketBook Color Lux

ereader

28 Apr 2013 | 11:02 am

Display type: full-color 8" 600x800 E Ink (Triton 2) display The PocketBook Color Lux is an 8 e-reader with a front-lit color 600x800 E Ink panel (Triton Gen 2). Other features include Wi-Fi, 4GB of flash memory and a microSD slot.The Color Lux will launch in Russia soon for about $315.
Engadget reviews the Kobo Aura HD: Large but good e-reader, but not compelling for most users

ereader

24 Apr 2013 | 1:05 am

Engadget posted a review of the new limited-edition premium e-reader, the Kobo Aura HD. While the large high-def display (6.8", 1440x1080) is great, and the specs are very good (CPU, storage, etc.) - it's still larger and heavier than Kindle or Nook, and more expensive too. As such it will only be compelling for new users which are very heavy readers.As I see it, most heavy readers already have an e-reader, so it'll be difficult to make them switch to the new Kobo platform. That's a shame because the idea of a premium e-reader is great. I love my Kindle and I think I'd be willing to pay more…

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Onyx to launch their E Ink Android phone soon, also works on E Ink e-readers

eink

16 May 2013 | 12:39 am

Back in October 2012 we posted about an Onyx E Ink phone prototype, and now we hear reports that the company plans to launch this phone soon. The so-called E43 Android phone sports a 4.3" E Ink panel and a 1 Ghz CPU. The company is also working on two new E Ink e-readers. Both will have Wi-Fi, a touch display, 4GB of RAM and a 1 GHz CPU. They will actually be Android (v2.3) tablets, limited by the E Ink display. The BOOX R65 will have an IR touchscreen while the BOOX C65 will have a capacitive touchscreen. read more
Amazon buys Samsung's Liquavista electrowetting display unit

eink

15 May 2013 | 10:40 am

Two months ago it was rumored that Samsung wants to sell its electrowetting display unit LiquaVista which they bought back in January 2011, and Amazon may turn out to be the buyer. Now Amazon confirmed the rumors and indeed bought LiquaVista from Samsung. It makes sense that Amazon is seeking a color display technology for its Kindle e-readers. It may be that E Ink's colored displays are still disappointing Amazon and they need a display with a wider color gamut and better contrast. read more
Mobius: Sony's new plastic-based flexible E Ink display and educational tablet prototype

eink

14 May 2013 | 8:02 pm

Update: We added a nice video of Sony' prototype device belowE Ink and Sony have co-developed a new plastic-based flexible E Ink display called Mobius. The Mobius panel uses Sony's flexible TFT technology, and will be produced by E Ink. Mass production of 13.3" 1200x1600 panels will begin in 2013. Those 13.3" panels will weigh only 60 grams - less than 50% of the weight of glass based panels, and will be much more rugged as there's no glass.Sony unveiled a prototype tablet that uses those displays - aimed for the educational market. The A4 sized tablet (13.3") features a touchdisplay with…
Rugged flexible E Ink tablet hopes to raise $250,000 by crowd-funding

eink

11 May 2013 | 12:02 am

The Earl is a rugged tablet aimed for outdoor use. It has a rugged case and a flexible 6" 1024x768 LG Display-made flexible E Ink panel with infrared touch. Other features include a built-in solar panel, Android, Wi-fi, Bluetooth, NFC, GPS and AM/FM Radio. The device is powered by a low-power 1 Ghz processor, 1GB of RAM and 16GB of flash memory (and a microSD slot).The Earl will hopefully be funded in crowd-funding campaign (using their own system, not kickstarter or something like that) - like several E Ink products lately. They aim to raise $250,000 and currently they have over $60,000 with…
E Ink to raise around $40 million with a new stock offer

eink

8 May 2013 | 2:34 am

E Ink Holdings is raising money - the company will issue 60 million new shares. The current share price is $NT 21, so the company will raise about $40 million USD. E Ink Holdings had large losses in 2012 (around $25 million) due to the drop in e-reader sales. read more

Netbook Crunch
Philips Brilliance LCD monitor with Notebook Docking

Netbook Guy

21 May 2013 | 4:54 am

There are plenty of powerful laptops available on the market these days. Unless you really need a desktop computer to handle highly complex tasks, your laptop should have enough power to have you covered. Thanks to the Philips Brilliance LCD monitor, you will have an easier time connecting your laptop to a monitor. The monitor has a 23 inch display and can act as a hub for your I/O devices. It will set you back $289. This has the potential to be useful for small businesses. [via]
Acer W3-810 Specifications Revealed

Netbook Guy

20 May 2013 | 4:55 am

Meet the Acer W3-810 tablet. It is expected to be the first 8 inch Windows 8 tablet. The device is expected to make its debut soon. Its specifications have already been released online: Windows 8 Pro Intel® Atom Z2760 8″ WXGA Multi-Touch LCD 2 GB Memory eMMC64GB Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 3650 802.11 b/g/n Bluetooth Micro HDMI Micro-USB 2.0 port The pricing inform has not been released at this time. But as the earlier leak by Amazon suggests, we are looking at a device that will cost under $400. Readers who read this page, also viewed:
Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 11S Available Online

Netbook Guy

17 May 2013 | 4:55 am

Meet the Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 11S: it has the portability of the Yoga 11S with the performance of the Yoga 13. The Yoga 11S is now available for order. It will cost you $800 and ships with Windows 8. You can already order one of these from Best Buy or Lenovo. The device has only 4 GB of RAM and a 128 GB solid state drive. The laptop will reach retail stores starting June 23rd.
Google Asks Microsoft to Remove YouTube App

Netbook Guy

16 May 2013 | 4:55 am

Could you imagine Windows without a YouTube app? That could happen if Google gets its way. Google makes money when its apps support ads. The Windows Phone app for YouTube does not have ads. Microsoft made its own YouTube app but Google has sent a cease and desist letter to Microsoft demanding the app to be removed from the Windows Phone store. Let’s face it. Google won’t offer you a thing for free if it weren’t for those ads. It is not a surprise that the company is not happy with losing some revenue on Windows Phone devices. Windows Phone users can still use the mobile web…
HP Split x2 Gets Core i5 and Hard Drive

Netbook Guy

15 May 2013 | 4:54 am

We have seen some very decent Windows 8 hybrid devices recently. The HP Split x2 happens to be one with a 13.3 inch display, an i5 processor, and an optional extra hard drive. That means it will have everything you would need to use it as a laptop. The HP Split x2 will be available for $799. [via] Readers who read this page, also viewed:3 Best 7 Inch Netbooks4 Cool Netbooks Below $250Apple Making a Phablet?

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What are ‘Open’ and ‘Closed’ Headphones? This Youtuber explains it

EfrenIlustrisimo

16 May 2013 | 8:00 pm

There are some things to consider when purchasing a brand new set of headphones. One of the main things you should consider is open or closed. Youtuber, Techquickie explains this as fast as possible. (more…)
This guy can turn liquid water to ice instantly

EfrenIlustrisimo

16 May 2013 | 7:00 pm

We all know turning water to ice is no magic trick, but at the rate this guy does it makes it seem like a magic trick. Watch as he instantly turns a bottle of water into ice. What trickery is this? (more…)
Google comes out with a new “Quick Action Button” for Gmail

EfrenIlustrisimo

16 May 2013 | 6:00 pm

Gmail recently launched a new feature named “Quick Actions” according to Gmail’s official blog. Quick action is designed to help organize events, by helping you tackle your digital do-to-list a bit quicker. (more…)
Apple reaches 50 billion app downloads from the App store

EfrenIlustrisimo

16 May 2013 | 5:00 pm

50,000,000,000 that’s a tremendous number. But what’s even bigger is the rate of growth, as it only took 14 weeks to get from 40 billion to 45 billion from January to April. After that, it took less than 4 weeks to get from 45 billion to 50 billion. That’s pretty impressive. (more…)
You’re now able to send money through Gmail

EfrenIlustrisimo

16 May 2013 | 4:00 pm

A recent update to Google Wallet allows you to send money via Gmail. Now you can send money and an email message all in one go. (more…)

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OX: the flat-pack truck designed for developing nations

Adam Williams

21 May 2013 | 9:23 am

OX is a lightweight, high-payload truck invented by toymaker, adventurer, and philanthropist Sir Torquil Norman with the aim of providing a simple, robust and cost-effective work-horse in developing nations. The 1,500-kilogram (1.6-ton) truck can be assembled from a flatpack package within a day and is capable of transporting 13 people, eight 44-gallon oil drums, or a total of 2,000 kilograms (2.2 tons) in weight. .. Continue Reading OX: the flat-pack truck designed for developing nations Section: Automotive Tags: Off-road, Transport, Truck Related Articles: U.S. Army’s first all-composite,…
Don't snatch! Disney Research builds robot that takes objects more naturally

James Holloway

21 May 2013 | 2:35 am

They may not make for the showiest videos, but some of the most interesting problems in robotics are to do with the subtleties of human interaction. Even something as apparently simple as receiving an object poses great difficulty, but it's a problem that will need to be solved before multipurpose robots are ready for the home. By building a database of captured human motion, Disney Research and Karlsruhe Institute of Technology are making strides towards building a robot that can take an object handed to it by a human... Continue Reading Don't snatch! Disney Research builds robot that takes…
PediPower device brings kinetic energy to heel

Darren Quick

21 May 2013 | 1:21 am

We’ve seen Pavegen’s energy-harvesting tiles turning up in a variety of places to harvest some of the kinetic energy generated while walking or running over them. But a team of students at Rice University has put the shoe on the other foot with PediPower – a prototype device that attaches to a shoe to harvest energy generated when the heel hits the ground... Continue Reading PediPower device brings kinetic energy to heel Section: Environment Tags: Energy, Footwear, Kinetic Energy, Rice University Related Articles: Piezoelectric generator creates power from shoes KGB Spy Shoe with Heel…
ONDU's Pinhole Camera range offers lo-fi images in a durable package

Adam Williams

21 May 2013 | 12:54 am

Slovenia-based designer and engineer Elvis Halilović (aka ONDU) is a pinhole photography enthusiast who felt there was a relative absence of appealing durable pinhole cameras on the market, and so set to work creating his own. This resulted in a range of six ONDU Pinhole Cameras, each of which differs in size, price, and film format. .. Continue Reading ONDU's Pinhole Camera range offers lo-fi images in a durable package Section: Digital Cameras Tags: Cameras, Kickstarter, lo-fi, Photography Related Articles: Flatpack pinhole camera gets back to photography basics Lensbaby Composer Pro for…
New fabric sucks out sweat and remains completely dry

Darren Quick

20 May 2013 | 10:49 pm

Unsightly underarm sweat patches could soon be a thing of the past thanks to a new fabric developed at the University of California, Davis. Instead of simply soaking up sweat like conventional fabrics, the new fabric is threaded with tiny channels that pull the sweat from one side to the other where it forms into droplets that drain away... Continue Reading New fabric sucks out sweat and remains completely dry Section: Good Thinking Tags: Clothing, Hydrophobic, Microfluidic, Textile, University of California Related Articles: Smart fabric designed to detect intruders Columbia Omni-Freeze Zero…

Electronic Circuits and Diagram-Electronics Projects and Design
How to start your career in Web Development & Web Technologies

jojo

4 May 2013 | 8:49 pm

Usually we publish articles that are of interest only to the “electronics” community. However today I thought of publishing an article about career opportunities in Web Development & Web Technologies. The reason being the wide opportunities it provides for fresh engineers & graduates. “Cloud Computing” is making a wave and plenty of new job opportunities are posted every week in this area. “Web Development” is a general term which can be used in connection with anything that is related to web & internet. “Web Technologies” refers to…
VLSI Books for Beginners

john

3 May 2013 | 1:48 am

Very Large Scale Integration (VLSI), is a very vast domain and is known to be the best and most sought after field among all branches in electronics. Our idea is to bring in the basic knowledge on VLSI to our readers and for those who are interested is pursuing this field for a career. As an introduction, we shall take you readers to some of our earlier posts which gives the very basic knowledge of VLSI. VLSI mainly consists of a front end and a backend. The detailed architecture is explained in VLSI DESIGN FLOW Most demanding jobs in VLSI goes...
Heart rate monitor using 8051

admin

1 May 2013 | 9:01 am

This article is about a simple heart rate monitor using 8051 microcontroller. Like the previous 8051 projects, AT89S51 is the microcontroller used here. The device senses the heart rate from the finger tip using IR reflection method and displays it on a three digit seven segment display in beats per minute. The circuit has an accuracy of 4 beats per minute and it is very easy to use. In medical terms, the technique used here for sensing heart rate is called photoplethysmography. Photoplethysmography. Photoplethysmography is the process of optically estimating the volumetric measurement of an…
Interfacing hex keypad to 8051

admin

8 Mar 2013 | 12:36 am

This article is about interfacing a hex key pad to 8051 microcontroller. A clear knowledge on interfacing hex key pad to 8051 is very essential while designing embedded system projects which requires character or numeric input or both. For example projects like digital code lock, numeric calculator etc. Before going to the interfacing in detail, let’s have a look at the hex keypad. Hex keypad. Hex key pad is essentially a collection of 16 keys arranged in the form of a 4×4 matrix. Hex key pad usually have keys representing numerics 0 to 9 and characters A to F. The...
8051 Microcontroller Projects & Circuits

admin

1 Feb 2013 | 1:13 am

In this article we are listing all the projects and circuits we have developed using the 8051 micro controller. We have tested all of these projects in our lab and verified the working . All these projects are made to solve a real world requirement or problem. Engineering students & other diploma students will find these projects useful for their mini project and main project requirements. All the 8051 projects listed below are made using the 8051 compliant microcontroller from Atmel – AT89S51. We have given the correct circuit diagram, working and software code (in assembly…

Gadgetian
Sony Xperia ZR smartphone not coming to UK, Germany, and France

Dennis

15 May 2013 | 5:08 am

Newly announced Sony Xperia ZR smartphone is packed with high-end specs and solid hardware under the hood. As the device is officially announced, it is right time to consider that in which markets, the device will be available for sale and what will be the price tag. Regarding its availability, you may assume that it will be available globally in different markets for sale like the high-end smartphones, Sony Xperia Z and ZL. But the Sony Xperia ZR smartphone won’t be heading to the United Kingdom, Germany and France. The reason for this unavailability in those regions is not yet known. But…
Sony Xperia ZR Full Specifications And Price Details

Apsar

13 May 2013 | 2:57 am

The Sony Xperia ZR is an Android OS powered waterproof smartphone, which has got all the high-end specifications and solid hardware under the hood. Sony Xperia ZR runs Android 4.1 Jelly Bean OS, sporting a 4.55-inch Reality display with BRAVIA Engine 2 technology at 1280 X 720 pixels of resolution, powered by 1.5GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon APQ8064 processor, 2GB RAM, 13 megapixel rear-facing camera with Exmor RS for mobile” and HDR to capture full HD videos under the water, a front facing camera, waterproof and dust-resistant (IP55 /IP58), 8GB onboard storage, microSD card slot for…
Huawei Ascend W1 announced in the US, coming this month

Dennis

10 May 2013 | 2:50 am

Huawei Ascend W1 was officially announced at the CES 2013 event. The device is up for sale in different markets around the world. But the device is not available in the US yet. Today, the smartphone has been announced officially for US region. It is believed that the smartphone will be available for sale in the US this month. Microsoft’s Windows Phone 8 operating system is the platform of the smartphone. The device having a 4-inch Gorilla IPS LCD touchscreen display is packed with a 1.2GHz dual core processor with a 5 MP auto-focus camera on the rear of the device with 4X digital zoom…
BlackBerry R10 smartphone to come with a 2180mAh battery

Dennis

9 May 2013 | 12:17 pm

Recently leaked images of the BlackBerry R10 was already spotted online and it was assumed that it will come with a low capacity 1800mAh battery. But today, according to a new source, the Canadian manufacturer will reportedly offer an average capacitive 2180mAh battery to power the device unlike expected before. The newly rumored BlackBerry R10’s battery is slightly larger than the BlackBerry Q10 which features a 2100mAh battery. BlackBerry R10 will allegedly be the first BlackBerry smartphone to come with a non-removable battery. BlackBerry R10 smartphone will be the next smartphone after…
Nokia Asha 501 Full Specifications And Price Details

Apsar

9 May 2013 | 9:43 am

Nokia Asha 501 comes as a first product of the new generation Ashas with a brand new platform, carrying all the notable specifications. Nokia Asha 501 sports a 3-inch QVGA touchscreen with 133 PPI, equipped with a 3.2 megapixel camera, 128MB internal memory storage, memory expansion support up to 32GB, 4GB microSD card included, microUSB 2.0, Bluetooth 3.0, Wi-Fi b/g, 3.5mm headset jack, preinstalled Nokia Xpress browser, preinstalled Facebook, Foursquare, Linkedin, Twitter, Youtube apps, dual-SIM capability, 1200mAh battery to provide up to 17 hours of talk time and 48 days of standby time.

THE FIRE WIRE
Watch The New Trailer for The Wolverine

Larry Fire

21 May 2013 | 10:57 am

20th Century Fox has now revealed the new trailer for The Wolverine. Based on the celebrated comic book arc, the July 26 release takes Wolverine (Hugh Jackman), the most iconic character of the X-Men universe, to modern day Japan. Out of his depth in an unknown world, he will face a host of unexpected and deadly opponents in a life-or-death battle that will leave him forever changed. Vulnerable for the first time and pushed to his physical and emotional limits, he confronts not only lethal samurai steel but also his inner struggle against his own immortality.
Hero Complex Gallery Announces Arch Nemesis Art Show Opening On May 24th

Larry Fire

21 May 2013 | 10:00 am

Hero Complex Gallery is excited to follow up on their immensely popular exhibition, Righteous Rides, with their late May show, Arch Nemesis! Arch Nemesis opens on May 24th, 2013. The art show will focus on bad guys, villains, rogues, and scoundrels of the world. And what good is a Nemesis show without a few heroes to kick around! H.C.G. will be giving away (1) maple wood variant of Laurent Durieux’s Peter Pan (Peter and Wendy) They will also be giving away (1) metal variant of Craig Drake’s “Predator”, inspired by the film of the same name. One will be awarded to opening night…
DC Collectibles Announces San Diego Comic-Con Exclusives

Larry Fire

21 May 2013 | 1:00 am

DC Collectibles, the high-end toy and collectible line from DC Entertainment, today revealed four “con exclusive” products that will only be available to those attending San Diego Comic-Con on July 18-21. The first is Aardman: Superman Action Figure designed by Rich Webber and sculpted by Phil Ramirez. Created by Aardman, the British brains behind “Wallace and Gromit,” is their own unique take on the Man of Steel. He is based on the popular interstitial shorts shown during DC Nation on Cartoon Network. Aardman: Superman is approximately 6.5” tall and is priced at $24.95. The…
Batman: Arkham Origins Official Trailer

Larry Fire

20 May 2013 | 10:50 pm

Batman: Arkham Origins features an expanded Gotham City and introduces an original prequel storyline occurring several years before the events of Batman: Arkham Asylum and Batman: Arkham City. Taking place before the rise of Gotham City’s most dangerous villains and assassins, the game showcases a young, raw, unrefined Batman as he faces a defining moment in his early career as a crime fighter that sets his path to becoming the Dark Knight. As the story unfolds, witness identities being formed and key relationships being forged. Batman: Arkham Origins will be available for the Wii U,…
Two New Man of Steel Character Posters Have Arrived Featuring Henry Cavill As Kal-El & Michael Shannon As General Zod

Larry Fire

20 May 2013 | 10:13 pm

Warner Bros. Pictures has also debuted character posters for Man of Steel featuring Henry Cavill as Kal-El and Michael Shannon as General Zod. Hitting 3D, 2D and IMAX theaters on June 14, the action adventure also stars Amy Adams, Kevin Costner, Diane Lane, Laurence Fishburne, Antje Traue, Ayelet Zurer, Christopher Meloni, Russell Crowe, Michael Kelly, Harry Lennix and Richard Schiff.

One More Gadget
Crime scene tape for the world’s smalled crimes

OneMoreGadget

21 May 2013 | 11:22 am

Whether you’ve just found a squished leprechaun on the bottom of your shoe – or completely butchered your best friends gift wrapping, this tape’s for you. It’s the Mini Crime Scene Scotch Tape Dispenser and it’s perfect for all your little crimes. Or big ones. Whatever floats your boat. But now when I think about it. It would look really strange to tie off a big crime with this little tape. Unless you live in Smallsville. Hmm. And even though I think that wrapping a present poorly should be considered a crime, it’s isn’t. Weird eh? But you know what…
All the pieces to get you feeling groovy, they’re Groovy Lights™

OneMoreGadget

11 May 2013 | 5:09 pm

Groovy Lights™ are the hottest new accessory for the home, deck and patio. Each of these funky lights comes with 30 plastic pieces you fit together like a puzzle. Kinda like an IKEA lamp but more rewarding. And what’s even more amazing is all the pieces are actually identical! Genius. I’ll admit it’s a little tricky at first but luckliy there’s an easy to follow step by step guide online right here to get you started. So don’t be like me and think you can do it without looking. The first time I tried it I ended up with helmet. It was unwearable. But anyway, if…
Love it. A Retro ‘Pinup Tea Towel’ so nice you’ll pin it up

OneMoreGadget

23 Dec 2012 | 2:29 pm

This is one sexy vintage style Pinup Tea Towel. It’s made from 100% cotton and is designed with a sweet hanging hook in a very cool cardboard tube. The towel is quite large, 65cm x 45cm, and is perfect for drying all your dishes and then some. However, it looks even better just hanging up as an accessory more than anything, it’s that nice. This is probably one of the nicest tea towels I have ever seen, and I’m not just saying that because it has a beautiful retro pinup girl on it. I am 100% only saying it because it has a beautiful retro pinup girl on it. Tee hee. Grab…
Fill up in the morning with the ‘Tank Up Coffee Mug’

OneMoreGadget

22 Dec 2012 | 2:23 pm

This genuine porcelain mug uses heat sensitive inks that react to the temperature of your morning coffee. Just fill it up and watch the gauge magically show you how much coffee you have left in your tank. Genius. If you are lazy like me, you should take it to restaurants with you too. That way you can visually show the waitress that you need a refill without ever having to ask. Yes, I am that lazy. It appears that even ‘Grapes’ enjoys his cup of joe in the morning. Grapes, looks like you need a top up. And some hockey. Get your own tank up mug right here
Being Unstable and Bitchy Mug serves up a real cup of coffee with a side of satire

OneMoreGadget

22 Dec 2012 | 2:12 pm

There’s no better gift than the gift of honesty. That’s why, for the 10th year running, I’ve given my last 10 girlfriends this awesome coffee mug. With this cool retro feel and microwaveable safe ceramic, you’ll be sure to keep this mug longer than your boyfriend. Grab the mug here and serve up some joe

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Dog Activated Outdoor Fountain

admin

21 May 2013 | 5:03 am

Pet dogs are just quite active when you let them out in the sun. They like to run and go around exploring their immediate surroundings. And with all this activity, they can get pretty thirsty easily. It is fine if you are with them while they play. They can always come to you for some water. But what if they are alone at home and out in the backyard? You forgot to refill their water tray for the day. You will surely have one poor thirsty pooch when you get home. Avoid putting your pet dog with all the trouble by getting this Dog Activated Outdoor Fountain. The Dog Activated Outdoor Fountain…
Energizer EN180 Cup Inverter Charger

admin

21 May 2013 | 1:47 am

People nowadays bring multiple gadgets to work. From smartphones, laptops to tablets, these gadgets have become the daily companions of most people. And with just about any other gadgets, they also can drain out of power after a day’s busy work. Do you easily forget to recharge them at home after a tiring day? Why not charge them from your car? You can use the Energizer EN180 Cup Inverter Charger to do that for you. The Energizer EN180 Cup Inverter is a 180-watt inverter model that can power up your mobile devices by attaching it to your vehicle’s cigarette lighter socket. It is…
The Self Balancing Electric Unicycle

admin

20 May 2013 | 8:43 pm

Trying to find a more convenient means of short distance transport is somewhat a challenge for some people. Try for example, a means to go to the next block without getting tired walking. Using the car would not be that convenient. Using a bike would be a better option, but then again, you do not want to get tired pedaling. How about considering this new Self Balancing Electric Unicycle if you have the money? The Self Balancing Electric Unicycle is a unique mode of personal transport that can get you second looks as you pass by. You can even consider it as a futuristic way of getting around.
Yahoo CEO Confirms Tumblr Acquisition

admin

20 May 2013 | 1:25 pm

Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer has confirmed that her company has acquired blogging service Tumblr for $1.1 billion. The announcement comes in a very Tumblr manner: she posted it on her own Tumblr blog. “We promise not to screw this up,” Mayer wrote. “We will operate Tumblr independently. David Karp will remain CEO. The product roadmap, their team, their wit and irreverence will all remain the same as will their mission to empower creators to make their best work and get it in front of the audience they deserve.” What Yahoo will supposedly bring to the table, according to…
Jolla Smartphone Keeps MeeGo’s Dreams Alive

admin

20 May 2013 | 11:48 am

Finland-based mobile phone company Jolla has announced its first smartphone, which runs on the what was left off the MeeGo OS that Nokia dropped. It was almost a year ago when a number of Nokia employees broke off from the Finnish mobile phone company. By that time, Nokia has ditched both its native OS Symbian and the Linux-based platform MeeGo in favor of Microsoft’s Windows Phone 8 for its upcoming handsets. Those splintered employees, however, believed that Nokia has yet to witness the full potential of MeeGo, which the company only used for Nokia N9. The device, also called…

Reviews On Gadgets
Use Story Maker On Your BB Device To Get The Best Video Story

reviewsongadgets

16 May 2013 | 5:01 pm

BlackBerry, after launching the BlackBerry 10, they have added lots of features and these features have made it possible to make this BB10, the best smartphone. Each and every feature... Read more »
Nokia Lumia 928 – Smartphone With Smart PureView Camera

reviewsongadgets

16 May 2013 | 3:03 am

In the Windows Smartphone market, Nokia Lumia 928, the new entry has been innovated with the camera, which provides you with the best image. With this phone you will be... Read more »
Intel Iris Graphics – Next 4th Generation Graphic Card

reviewsongadgets

14 May 2013 | 1:16 am

Nowadays, the use of the visual capability on the mobile devices is used; more than it used to be used before. Intel is one of the leading brands to develop... Read more »
All New Gadgets By Acer – Unveiled At New York On 3rd March 13

reviewsongadgets

6 May 2013 | 2:01 am

Among the World leading computer vendors, Acer Inc has released their new Acer Aspire R7. This Aspire R7 is a desktop, a computer and also a tablet computer. Releasing this... Read more »
LG Optimus F5 – Rollout Been Started And Soon To Be In Asia

reviewsongadgets

30 Apr 2013 | 8:09 am

One of the best among LG’s, Optimus; this series of smartphone’s has helped LG to make a halt in the market. From all the LG Optimus series, the most awaited... Read more »

Funniest Gadgets
Giant Sized Paperclips

Gadget Guy

19 May 2013 | 11:49 am

Got a lot of papers to clip together? A regular paperclip isn’t going to cut it, you need a Giant Sized Paperclip Set. These 4 inch monsters can hold up 100 pages together at once. Or just use them for a few page document to really really emphasize how important it is. Can also be used to create giant sized paperclip “art” when you’re bored in the office.
Golf Club Pens Set

Gadget Guy

3 May 2013 | 10:13 am

If golfers had their way, the world would be writing exclusively with golf pencils. But they don’t so golfers can write like normal full sized adults and still have fun with a Golf Club Pens & Bag Set. Each club is a different colored ink pen and they all fit nicely into the world’s smallest golf bag. You get fooooooore…actually three pens. A must have for the serious golfer and writer.
Giant Stuffed Rasta Banana

Gadget Guy

30 Apr 2013 | 8:55 am

Hey mon, have a banana mon. Get your supersized plush on island style with a Giant 5 And 1/2 Foot Stuffed Rasta Banana . It’s a Jamaican Dreadlock Rastafarian Banana (which coincidentally is also my band’s name). Just don’t get upset if you bet your life savings on a carnival game trying to win an X-Box Kinect and end up with this big stuffed fruit. Cause it could happen. At least you have your dignity. And a huge rasta banana.
Pipe Pen

Gadget Guy

16 Apr 2013 | 11:25 am

Elementary my dear Watson. That’s no pipe, Sherlock, that’s a Pipe Pen. Everything looks a bit more mysterious when you’re twiddling a pipe around. Whether you’re writing the next great novel (hey, how about one about a British detective with amazing reasoning and deduction powers?) or just a reminder post-it, do it with flare. Or with Flair- Nature Boy Ric Flair. What does wrestling have to do with a pipe pen? That’s the mystery for you to solve, Holmes.
Sound Effects Staple “Gun”

Gadget Guy

10 Apr 2013 | 11:15 am

It’s the stapler that looks like a gun. Do you have a license to staple? Not only that, the Staple Gun with Bang Sound Effect has a bang sound effect (but you probably already knew that because I said it twice in the same sentence). If you’re not paying attention, the bang sound will get yours. Bang out that paperwork.

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BitTorrent says “1 PB of data exchanged”!

20 May 2013 | 11:24 am

Two weeks after being made available for its Sync client, BitTorrent has decided to take on the amount of data exchanged via its service. The figure is quite impressive: 1 Petabyte in just 14 days.... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
Sony has unveiled its latest prototype tablet with virtual ink technology

20 May 2013 | 11:08 am

Sony has unveiled its latest prototype tablet with virtual ink technology. The Japanese firm will target high school students and students with this workbook a new genre. It is certainly a story that... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
Samsung promises of free storage on the Galaxy S4

20 May 2013 | 10:57 am

The range of preinstalled software on the Galaxy S4 occupies nearly half of the 16 GB of storage. Samsung has promised to find a solution to reduce this footprint. Hailed for its performance, the... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
HP tablets SlateBook X2 and X2 Split

20 May 2013 | 10:42 am

HP has just lifted the veil on two of its convertible machinery namely the SlateBook X2 and X2 Split. The first is the size of 10.1 inches and embeds a 4 NVIDIA Tegra chip, while the second is... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
Relay.com starts to sell e-books and reading online content

20 May 2013 | 10:41 am

Relay.com just indicated that added another string to its bow: the marketing e-books and more magazines. The company has thus competed with Amazon and iTunes for example, but is it interesting to... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

Reaper Mobile
Jolla announces first device

madreaper

20 May 2013 | 10:37 pm

At the Jolla Love Day event the first device running the company's Sailfish OS was revealed. The device is unique in the fact that its rear half snaps off to allow for other pieces to be added on. It was noted that the back plate not only supports the color plates that react with the OS to have it auto theme to match, but also allows for other accessories. read more
T-Mobile USA Blackberry Z10 Unboxing

madreaper

8 Apr 2013 | 9:18 am
Will your Galaxy S4 really be a Galaxy S4?

madreaper

15 Mar 2013 | 8:59 am

Looks like Samsung is repeating their trend of having multiple variants of a phone with the same name. Thanks to the tech rumor mill and now the official announcement, we have all come to know the Galaxy S4 as an 8-core powered device. This may not be the case for everyone who buys the phone though. In North America, Samsung will be selling a variant different from the rest of the world. The international version is GT-i9500 and the North America specific version is the SGH-i337(i545 for CDMA). read more
Samsung Unpacked 2013 - Galaxy S4 reveal

madreaper

14 Mar 2013 | 4:58 pm

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New Year, New Name

madreaper

2 Feb 2013 | 11:58 am

As some of you may already have noticed. The site name has changed. While www.reaperpcpda.com may still work, the new site name is www.reapermobile.com. This is to reflect the sites focus to everything mobile, from smartphones to tablets and the accessories that go along with them. Stay tuned for new and upcoming stories right here.

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Top Five Cycling Gadgets

Neil Cumins

21 May 2013 | 1:00 am

Cycling has been in the news a lot lately, with the trialling of Dutch-style segregated roundabouts appearing alongside less positive stories about fatal road accidents. However, technology is playing a big part in improving the lives of Britain’s cyclists, and this list of gadgets and apps will assist with everything...The post Top Five Cycling Gadgets appeared first on Latest Gadgets.
Acer Aspire R7: Lifestyle Laptop Computing

Andrew Rafter

20 May 2013 | 1:00 am

Despite Windows 8’s poor sales, there’s never been a better time to invest in a new laptop computer. With the new operating system, Microsoft has gone to great lengths to make Windows more of a lifestyle product by introducing touch capabilities and a completely new user interface, and this week...The post Acer Aspire R7: Lifestyle Laptop Computing appeared first on Latest Gadgets.
Garmin nuvi Satnavs: Getting Real Behind the Wheel

Shem Pennant

17 May 2013 | 1:00 am

100 years ago Rolls Royce cleaned up at the Alpenfahrt Rally through the Austrian Alps, taking the first three places. Enthusiasts will be celebrating the centenary with another mountain rally, covering 1850 miles and tracing the original 1913 route. Only this time instead of trying to make out details in...The post Garmin nuvi Satnavs: Getting Real Behind the Wheel appeared first on Latest Gadgets.
Top 5 Running Gadgets

Dave Jenkins

16 May 2013 | 1:00 am

It’s that time of year again. The sun is beginning to shine, the days are getting longer and everyone is proudly plastering social media channels with details on precisely how many miles they’ve run. But wait; there’s plenty more potential to running gadgets than showing off the distance you’ve wheezed...The post Top 5 Running Gadgets appeared first on Latest Gadgets.
Top 5 Sunbathing Apps

Gabrielle Pickard

15 May 2013 | 1:00 am

Okay so it might be a little premature to start reaching for the sun cream, in fact in the UK we can go the whole year without having so much as to open a bottle of sun protector, but if you are jetting off to sunnier climes this year you’d...The post Top 5 Sunbathing Apps appeared first on Latest Gadgets.

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White Google Nexus 4 spotted running Android 4.3

Stuff Staff

20 May 2013 | 12:26 am

We first heard rumour rumblings about a white Google Nexus 4 all the way back in January – and now we know more. Apparently the phone is real, it’s coming soon and it’ll have Android 4.3 on board. Android And Me claims to have got its mitts on the white Nexus 4 at Google I/O. The site claims it’s exactly the same as the black version out now, and that it will appear on the Google Play store on 10th June. The site also says it has learned that Android 4.3 will be on board. This will likely be a minor update to the software and will be pushed to other Nexus devices around the same time.
Carmageddon, Blitz Brigade, Sonic and more… [Best Android apps of the week]

Stuff Staff

20 May 2013 | 12:25 am

Carmageddon US$2.49 Google Play Classic driving game Carmageddon bursts onto Google Play with all the frenzied motor mayhem that had its original Mac and PC release whipping up a taboid frenzy in 1997. You race around a number of open world environments, gaining points by damaging your competitors’ cars and taking out any pedestrians that get in your way. Blitz Brigade US$Free Google Play Fans of multiplayer first person shooter action will find a lot to like in Gameloft’s Blitz Brigade. Choose to join one of five different battle classes, then team up with other players, hone your…
What goes on inside the real Google I/O

Stuff Staff

20 May 2013 | 12:11 am

For many in the real world, Google I/O this year has been something of a disappointment. No shiny new version of Glass, no smartwatch, no new super-smartphone. But for SwiftKey, the budding London software startup I work for, it’s been an exciting week. That’s because Google I/O isn’t about the glossy keynote announcements. It’s not even really about the products that Google announces here from time to time. Nor is it about the high-value hardware giveaways that happen (this year everyone got a Chromebook Pixel – worth about $1400). It’s about the developers – the ecosystem of…
Xbox 360 getting another update soon

Stuff Staff

20 May 2013 | 12:07 am

The new Xbox is coming soon. In fact there’s a big old launch event for it happening next Tuesday, 21st May. And one of the ways in which Microsoft is preparing for its arrival is a new update for the Xbox 360 dashboard – at least if a rumour is correct. The Verge has been informed by a source that Microsoft will roll the update out in late June or early July, and that it will bring with it smaller Live Tiles, along with lighter or darker theme options. It’ll also be the end of MS Points – a rumour we heard only a couple of days ago. The idea behind the update is to prepare users for…
Nintendo doesn’t need E3, reveals new games right now

Stuff Staff

20 May 2013 | 12:01 am

Nintendo has released a new Nintendo Direct video, announcing or detailing a handful of upcoming games for the Wii U and 3DS. Probably the most exciting new announcement is a Winter Olympics-themed Mario and Sonic game for the Wii U, which will feature a variety of sports (including figure skating and curling) and is intended to coincide with next year’s Sochi Olympics. Interestingly, this is actually being developed by Sega, Nintendo’s old arch nemesis turned collaborator, who will also be launching action-adventure platformer Sonic: The Lost World exclusively on Wii U and 3DS. Other…

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Star Trek Into Darkness Review: the Sequel Sometimes is the Best

Christen Costa

20 May 2013 | 5:28 pm

I grew up watching Star Trek: The Next Generation. In fact, as a kid I used to stay up until 2am on Sundays just so I could watch the latest episode – why it reran at this time I have no idea. As a result I woke up every Monday on the wrong side of the bed. But despite that it was well worth it. Captain Picard and his crew flew from planet to planet and as far as I was concerned each episode was as original as the next. The TV show ended in 1994 and with it came a few films that were anything what I had hoped for. Now a new generation of Star Trek movies are upon us and…
10 Most Anticipated Blu-ray Releases for 5/15-6/15 (list)

Kristie Bertucci

20 May 2013 | 3:23 pm

Here’s our second installment of a new monthly post, where we bring you what we believe to be the 10 best (or so) Blu-ray releases that are arriving over the course of the next 30 days. And, as always, please weigh-in on the comments if you think we’ve missed any! 10. The Last Stand – 5/21 Arnold Schwarzenegger teams up with Jackass veteran and funny guy Johnny Knoxville in this comedic action flick that has the ex-California governor playing a hard ass sheriff that’s trying to stop the leader of a drug cartel who bursts out of a courthouse and heads to the Mexican…
JJ Abram’s Newest TV Show “Almost Human” Looks Worth a Watch (video)

Christen Costa

20 May 2013 | 1:55 pm

I loathe most TV shows. They’re more often than not contrived stinking piece of you know what. And while I haven’t seen a single episode of JJ Abram’s newest creation, Almost Human, the trailer indicates to me that it will be relatively entertaining. That said, it stars Star Trek’s Karl Urban who plays a disgruntled cop whose personality closely mimics Will Smith’s character in “iRobot”. Playing along side him is Michael Ealy, a “synthetic” (cyborg) that is in older model brought back to life. It’s pretty obvious that…
Microsoft’s New Xbox: What To Expect

William Herbert

20 May 2013 | 1:31 pm

With less than 24 hours left to go before Microsoft’s next-gen Xbox event, we’ve compiled a list of games and features that are sure to be making an appearance on the new console. Here’s what you should expect from tomorrow’s headlining presentation. Features: 1. 2013 Holiday Launch Microsoft executive Aaron Greenberg has strongly implied that the company might be be aiming for a ‘holiday’ 2013 launch for its next-gen console. Greenberg also promised an encompassing ‘behind-the-scenes’ look to be shown at the May 21st event, as well as…
Another 3D Gun Has Been “Printed”, Built Using a $1,700 Printer and $25 in Plastic (video)

Christen Costa

20 May 2013 | 1:15 pm

When I wrote about the 3D printed gun, the Liberator, I didn’t take into account the printer’s physical size, which is apparently equitable to that of a large refrigerator. Factor in the cost, and accessibility is all but limited to a relatively select few. So logic suggests that even though the blueprints for the Liberator were made publicly available, a would be assassin, terrorist or all together nut would have a hard time crafting one. That is until this past weekend, when an individual by the name of “Joe”, a Wisconsin engineer, built one using a $1,725…

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Dell Latitude E7240, E7440, 3000 Specs, Release Date

Kita June

20 May 2013 | 5:18 am

Dell Latitude E7240, E7440, 3000 Specs, Release Date is a post from: MobilityUpdate.com Dell Latitude E7240, E7440, 3000 Specs, Release Date is a post from: MobilityUpdate.com Dell has unveiled its roadmap for its ultrabook and Latitude notebook lineup. Dell will be launching three new series of latpops – Latitude E7000, E5000 and Latitude 3000. The Latitude E7000 features touch screen display and is strictly an ultrabook. The Latitude [...]
Dell OptiPlex 3011, 9020 AIO specs, release date

Kita June

20 May 2013 | 5:09 am

Dell OptiPlex 3011, 9020 AIO specs, release date is a post from: MobilityUpdate.com Dell OptiPlex 3011, 9020 AIO specs, release date is a post from: MobilityUpdate.com Pictures taken at Dell AIO reveal that the computer giant is working on Haswell powered All in One (AIO) computers. First is the OptiPlex 3011 and second is OptiPlex 9020. OptiPlex 3011 specs include 20 inch display, HD+ resolution (1600×900), Haswell chipset [...]
Medion E10310 Specs, Price, Aldi

Kita June

15 May 2013 | 11:25 pm

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Asus UX51VZ-DB115H Specs, Price, Features

Kita June

15 May 2013 | 11:17 pm

Asus UX51VZ-DB115H Specs, Price, Features is a post from: MobilityUpdate.com Asus UX51VZ-DB115H Specs, Price, Features is a post from: MobilityUpdate.com Asus has updated its Zenbook series with the new Zenbook UX51VZ-DB115H ultrabook. This notebook has an ultra high resolution of 2880 x 1620 pixels, giving it a pixel density of 221 PPI (pixel per inch). The screen size is 15.6 inches and IPS type. Until [...]
Huawei E3121 Specs, Price, HotSpot Feature

Kita June

15 May 2013 | 11:03 pm

Huawei E3121 Specs, Price, HotSpot Feature is a post from: MobilityUpdate.com Huawei E3121 Specs, Price, HotSpot Feature is a post from: MobilityUpdate.com Huawei has released the E3121 datacard that features Wi-Fi Hotspot capability and has speeds of up to 14.4 Mbps. Priced at Rs 1699 (USD 31), the new datacard supports mobile partner interface and full Windows 8 support as well. This new interface is available [...]

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20 May 2013 | 9:02 pm

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20 May 2013 | 9:02 pm

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20 May 2013 | 9:01 pm

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20 May 2013 | 9:00 pm

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20 May 2013 | 9:00 pm

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Xbox One doesn't need always-on internet connection, will allow used games

Tom Warren

21 May 2013 | 11:45 am

One of the big rumors leading up to the new Xbox One announcement was the possibility of Microsoft forcing gamers to keep the console connected to the internet. Microsoft says that while the Xbox One requires an internet connection, "it does not have to be always connected." The difference means that Xbox One players won't be restricted from gaming if a connection drops. "We are also designing it so you can play games and watch Blu-ray movies and live TV if you lose your connection," says Microsoft. Despite the system not requiring it, developers will be able to create games that will not…
Apple's $100 billion overseas tax headache

Carl Franzen

21 May 2013 | 11:21 am

Apple's strategy of keeping the majority of its income (64 percent in 2011) in subsidiaries located outside of the US, where it pays ultra-low taxes, has drawn criticism and scrutiny from US Senators, who held a hearing in May 2013 to question Tim Cook and other Apple executives about their company's tax practices. Continue reading…
With Xbox One and PlayStation 4, Microsoft and Sony rekindle the war for your TV

Chris Welch

21 May 2013 | 11:16 am

The next generation is nearly upon us. Both Microsoft and Sony have revealed their latest gaming / entertainment consoles to the world, setting up yet another high stakes battle for your hard-earned dollars later this year. The Xbox One and PlayStation 4 each represent a major leap over anything we've seen before from a home console in terms of hardware and software capabilities. With their latest and most groundbreaking products to date now unveiled, both Microsoft and Sony hope to redefine what a set-top box is capable of in the minds of consumers. By all accounts, the war for your living…
Xbox One: our first look at the new console, controller, and Kinect

David Pierce

21 May 2013 | 11:12 am

After Microsoft's big reveal, we've finally had time to get a closer look at the new Xbox One, the Kinect 2, and the new controller for the new console. For the most part, they're more tweaks on the existing devices than huge changes to what already exists – the console is a big, wide rectangle that looks more than a little bit like a VCR, though we have to say the two-tone look comes off better in person than it did during the keynote. The all-black motif is refined and sleek, giving the Xbox One a slightly more serious vibe than the 360 — it's harkening back to the original…
Xbox One will not be backwards compatible with Xbox 360 games

Sean Hollister

21 May 2013 | 11:00 am

If you were hoping to play your vast collection of Xbox 360 games on Microsoft's latest creation, we've got a spot of bad news. Microsoft Xbox Live VP Marc Whitten confirmed to The Verge that the new Xbox One console will have no backwards compatibility whatsoever. "No, there's not," said Whitten, when we posed the question. "The system is based on a different core architecture, so back-compat doesn't really work from that perspective." That means that Xbox 360 discs won't work, but also extends to Xbox Live Arcade downloadable titles. Anything that was designed for the Xbox 360 will have to…

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Facebook Home: Exploring New Possibilities

Rizxi

28 Apr 2013 | 5:11 am

Of all the ways to use wireless internet, new phones running the brand new Facebook Home “OS” may be the most interesting. The new layer known as Facebook Home is specifically for the Android operating system. It’s more of a home app then a true operating system, however. But the idea is that if you [...]
Upcoming most cool and affordable camera gadgets in 2013

Rizxi

11 Apr 2013 | 11:48 am

Each year comes with its own cool innovations and products, when one talks about gadgets. 2013 will be a year of innovation for gadgets and gizmos, especially camera gadgets. A number of surprises are in store for 2103 and though you might be a full time photographer, an amateur or a student interested in photography, [...]
Great innovative gadgets in 2013

Rizxi

9 Apr 2013 | 11:01 am

Technology has been evolving at lightning speed in the last few decades. Science and science fiction seems to be walking hand-in-hand when it comes to the latest in innovation or developments in electronics or gadgets. Most of these gadgets seem to have a begun to take a huge part in everyday life. These gadgets that [...]
Filming With Night Vision

Rizxi

7 Apr 2013 | 12:14 pm

You’ve probably seen night vision used in film, on TV, and in other media and thought, “Hey, cool! I wish I could film in night vision!” It’s definitely cool, that’s for sure, and it’s very accessible. Many cameras, particular digital cameras, can shoot video using infrared light to create those “green” scenes typically associated with [...]
Absolutely free just turn your Android device into Ebook Reader

Rizxi

19 Mar 2013 | 10:46 am

The rapid spread of cheaper priced smartphones made it possible for users to do many things on the phone itself which hitherto needed many other gadgets. Many users of smartphones and tablets based on Android users are now using their gadgets for reading e-books. Some of the latest e-book reading apps available for Android give [...]

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10 Nostalgic Quotes From 80′s Movies

Amy Brannan

21 May 2013 | 10:11 am

If you’re a child of the 80′s then you’ll appreciate this post. If you’re not a child of the 80′s then sit back, listen and learn because there’s a lot to learn. The 80′s movies were where it was at, from Sixteen Candles to E.T. to Karate Kid, there was plenty of “good tv” and rarely if ever did it involve the type of “quality” we attribute to TV today. Since we have such faith in the 1980′s, today we want to share 10 of our favorite nostalgic quotes from 1980′s movies. #1. “Life moves pretty fast. You don’t…
The 5 Most Unhealthy FoodsYou’ve Ever Seen

Amy Brannan

20 May 2013 | 5:00 pm

When it comes to food, America is not exactly known worldwide for our “deliciously healthy meals.” While certainly there are a number of healthy gourmet meals out there, unfortunately the US is a little more associated with some of the most heartstoppingly awful foods ever. Let’s take a look at 5 of the most unhealthy foods that you have ever seen! 1. The Bacon Mac ‘N’ Cheese Pie with Bacon Lattice This has to be one of the unhealthiest but slightly delicious looking foods out there. The problem is, is that beyond all of that fat and carb content, this pie…
Organizing Your Home Pinterest Style

Amy Brannan

20 May 2013 | 1:00 pm

With so many gadgets lying around this place things get pretty cluttered. One of our favorite places to look for organization tips is Pinterest…what can’t you find on Pinterest? So today we’re sharing some of our favorite home organization tips for tech lovers like us! Organize your technical cords by using simple bulldog clips to hold them to the side of your desk. Cheap plastic cups make great storage solutions when paired with pegboards. Use these to store markers, stylus, flash drives and cables. If you’re like us then you’re sitting in a room that is…
6 iPhone Accessories You Should Have

Amy Brannan

20 May 2013 | 9:00 am

If you own an iPhone, we can pretty much guarantee that from the moment you brought it home, you were shopping for accessories. The thing about buying accessories for any phone however, is that there are so many to choose from that it can be a little overwhelming. So today we’re sharing 6 iPhone accessories that we’re pretty sure you need for your iPhone. #1. The iPhone Wall Mount The iPhone wall mount is a simple concept but we love it. This is just one of the iPhone accessories available from Dockem and we love it! #2. The Belkin WeMo Baby Monitor The Belkin WeMo Baby Monitor is…
5 Geeky But Awesome Home Theaters

Amy Brannan

20 May 2013 | 6:00 am

When it comes to fandom, building a home theater shrine is the ultimate dedication of fandom. The five home theaters below are the epitome of fandom but we’re always interested in scoping out some more fan dedications so if you have any, send them our way! #1. The Stargate Home Theater #2. The Dark Knight Home Theater #3. The Pirates Of The Caribbean Home Theater #4. The Star Wars Home Theater #5. The Star Trek Home Theater Via: Nerdist The post 5 Geeky But Awesome Home Theaters appeared first on GEARFUSE.

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Opera’s webkit-based Android browser exits beta, download now from Play Store

Martin Sams

21 May 2013 | 4:01 am

Opera’s first webkit based browser for Android has come out of Beta and launched on Google Play Store for free. The update with version number 14 adds a lot of minor changes to the already available feature-set of the Beta version. The company ditched its Presto framework and adopted the universal Webkit engine along with ...The post Opera’s webkit-based Android browser exits beta, download now from Play Store appeared first on The Geeks Club.
Jolla’s first Smartphone runs Sailfish OS, Android apps, pre-order now

Martin Sams

21 May 2013 | 2:55 am

Jolla, which was founded by ex-Nokia employees who continued development of MeeGO OS which Nokia left off before jumping to Windows Phone bandwagon, has announced its first Smartphone which runs Sailfish OS on a 4.5 inch “Estrade” display. It will be powered by a dual core processor, an 8 MP camera and 16 GB internal ...The post Jolla’s first Smartphone runs Sailfish OS, Android apps, pre-order now appeared first on The Geeks Club.
Rumor: Nook Simple Touch Ebook reader update bringing Web browser and Email client

Martin Sams

20 May 2013 | 7:28 am

The technology website Tech Crunch has leaked an email cum memo from Barnes & Noble (B&N) which revealed the news that an upcoming update to version 1.5.0 of Nook Simple Touch and Nook Simple Touch with Glowlight Ebook readers will bring a web browser, an email client and an updated store to B&N’s range of ...The post Rumor: Nook Simple Touch Ebook reader update bringing Web browser and Email client appeared first on The Geeks Club.
Galaxy S3 Android 4.2.2 update leaks, bringing Galaxy S4 features

Martin Sams

20 May 2013 | 6:22 am

SamMobile has discovered a test Android 4.2.2 update for the Galaxy S3 which will be bringing all the “amazing and unique” features of Galaxy S4 to its predecessor. The new firmware carries the build number I9300XXUFME3. It includes a new lock screen with its effects and widgets, Daydream support, better screen modes, revamped Settings UI, ...The post Galaxy S3 Android 4.2.2 update leaks, bringing Galaxy S4 features appeared first on The Geeks Club.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 leaked in detail: specifications and pictures

Martin Sams

18 May 2013 | 10:30 pm

Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 detailed specifications have been leaked by SamMobile. It will be joining the Galaxy Tab 3 7.0 which was officially revealed by Samsung some weeks ago. According to the report, the tablet will be powered by a 1.5 GHz dual core processor, 1.5 GB of RAM and Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean ...The post Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 leaked in detail: specifications and pictures appeared first on The Geeks Club.

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Google may be working on a revamped Nexus Q

admin

21 May 2013 | 12:48 am

Google appears to be working on a sequel to its ill-fated Nexus Q streaming device. The Nexus Q debuted at last year's I/O Developers Conference with limited capabilities and a premium price tag that eventually led to Google postponing the project. But a recent filing with the Federal Communications Commission has revealed a mysterious Google-built [...]
American ISPs are now hated even more than airlines

admin

21 May 2013 | 12:48 am

Major Internet service providers in the United States have long taken a beating in customer satisfaction surveys, but the latest survey from the American Customer Satisfaction Index has the grimmest news yet for American ISPs: They now have the lowest customer satisfaction ranking of any industry in America, worse than even airlines, health insurance companies [...]
KeyLimeTie Builds a Suite of Mobile Apps for Naperville Running Company

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21 May 2013 | 12:48 am

Downers Grove, IL (PRWEB) April 25, 2013 Partnering with small companies to create custom web technology in order to build their brand awareness and engage their customers is KeyLimeTies strength. KeyLimeTie is a full-service design, development, and digital strategy agency specializing in web and mobile technologies across a variety of platforms. When Naperville Running Company, [...]
Xbox 360 dominates console sales for 28th consecutive month

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20 May 2013 | 12:48 am

The Xbox 360 topped the charts again in April, marking the 28th consecutive month Microsoft's gaming console has outsold Sony's PlayStation 3 and Nintendo's Wii consoles. According to research from NPD Group, the Xbox 360 accounted for 42% of current-generation sales with 130,000 units sold last month. It wasn't all good news, however, as sales plummeted [...]
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 image, specs leak

admin

20 May 2013 | 12:48 am

A purported image of Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 tablet was published on Friday along with supposed specs. SamMobile obtained the image of the unannounced tablet from an unnamed source, and the device shown in the image looks very similar to Samsung's Galaxy Note 8.0 tablet, pictured above, with slight variations such as the [...]

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BearExtender Mac USB WiFi Booster Review

Apurva Tripathi

19 May 2013 | 12:12 am

WiFi Boosters are great – they let you use your Mac farther away from a base station. We tested the [...]
Teaching Kids to Learn Phonics

Apurva Tripathi

11 May 2013 | 8:37 am

Teaching kids to learn phonics can be a daunting task. Kids won’t listen to you and you will soon get [...]
Fitbit Flex Review

Apurva Tripathi

6 May 2013 | 11:31 am

The Fitbit Flex is a Fitbit you wear on your wrist. And it’s truly great! It has been some time [...]
How to Record PS3 Gameplay

Apurva Tripathi

18 Apr 2013 | 6:32 pm

Wondering how can you record PS3 gameplay on a PS3? Well, if you’re wondering why the heck do you need [...]
Card Nanny Helps You Manage Your Budget and Personal Finance Online

Prashant Tyagi

3 Apr 2013 | 10:50 am

Card Nanny is online monthly budget planner software useful in creating and managing targeted budget goals, as well as managing [...]

Technogist
Unfair Trade: “Free” Apps that target children under scrutiny

Fardeen Ahammed

20 May 2013 | 7:10 pm

We have all seen these applications on iOS or Android that are free to play, but in order to get that free thing, or next level, one has to pay a little. And then a little more. The UK office of Fair Trading (OFT) has announced that they are going to open an investigation into free games targeted towards children. The announcement comes at a time when free applications dominate the market
Best 5 Android Mobile Backup Applications

Fardeen Ahammed

17 May 2013 | 9:21 pm

Now that it has become common to be with a smartphone than without, it raises the question of the safety of our storage and applications. In just a small gap of 2-3 years, smartphones have taken over the population much faster than laptops ever did. They are similar to minicomputers that store most of our information but in pockets. We have videos, pictures, and apps that are important to save
Best Cricket Games for Android

Fardeen Ahammed

16 May 2013 | 6:48 pm

Cricket games are very popular sports-inspired games. And it is best played on a mobile device too. If you own an Android phone, here are the best cricket games that you can play with it. Download one or all of them and enjoy long hours of fun hitting that ball, making a goal, and beating your enemies. Recommended : Top 10 Android Mind-boggling Puzzle Games 1. Stick Cricket This famous
Want the best home gaming experience? Learn it how

Fardeen Ahammed

14 May 2013 | 6:50 pm

For a perfect gaming experience, you need a perfect console, that’s for sure. But then, you’ll start wondering which device is truly the best. That’s a decision that you will need to make on your own, but to provide you with a little help, in the following rows are presented the finest gaming devices, and applications that can now be found in stores. Recommended : PlayStation 4 vs. Online
Top Awesome Remote Access Apps for Your Android Device

Fardeen Ahammed

6 May 2013 | 7:39 pm

Owning an Android phone provides you the best opportunity to have with you a device that you could use to access your files and data that are stored on your desktop. Through a remote access using your Android phone, retrieving files from your desktop and sharing them with others is as easy as using your mobile phone. All you need are mobile applications for Android that will give you the power

Tech Terrain
Google I/O keynote coverage

Srikaanth P.A

16 May 2013 | 3:10 pm

Google I/O last year was amazing - skydivers introduced Google Glass, we saw the reimagined 7" tablet that became the Nexus 7, and a new buttery-smooth version of Android was released. This year, things were a little more low-key, with few new hardware announcements and no new version of Android. Despite this, I'm as excited this year as I was last year. In this article, I'll be sharing three of
iPad5: Just like the iPad Mini?

Srikaanth P.A

10 May 2013 | 4:41 pm

The rumors that were flying high about the launch of the iPad5 seem to have some substance after all. The rumors claim that the iPad5 will weigh a lot less and will certainly be thinner, and have a lot in common with the iPad Mini. In other words, it is going to be a lot different from the iPad4 which is heavier and thicker. The iPad Mini is to have the very same 7.9-inch display, but will be
Introducing new iPhone Apps- Blink, Convo and Draw Something 2

Srikaanth P.A

9 May 2013 | 5:44 am

Many companies around the globe are creating apps for the Apple devices. However, only few apps get high user rating and reviews on the iStore. What separates the high rated apps from the low rated apps on iStore? The secret behind the successful app launch is the proper validation and verification of the application and checking it from all aspects. It is extremely important to contact the
Getting Au fait with Drupal Terminologies

Srikaanth P.A

6 May 2013 | 3:49 pm

Yes, I have heard of Content Management Systems, but what’s API or Contrib. in Drupal? This is how any newbie developer would respond if you ask him about the Drupal CMS. The world of content management systems is vast and being aware of all tit-bits during initial days of development can prove to be a long haul for any programmer. In order to comprehend the working of CMS you must get
Acer Aspire V5 laptop with AMD Temash chip leaked

Srikaanth P.A

2 May 2013 | 3:44 pm

The Consumer Electronics Show seems like a world away, but in truth it was only four months ago. In all that time, we haven't seen an official device intended for a retail release that used AMD's new Temash APU that they announced at the show. This week, we may have gotten the first of many - the Acer Aspire V5. The specific model is the V5-122P-0643 (as you might guess, there are a lot of

RED5 Blog
Win one of 3 Crossbows!

James5

15 May 2013 | 2:05 am

With summer threatening to actually arrive any day now, we have decided to give-away 3 of our finest Stealth Crossbows. But hurry – the competition closes on 22nd of May at Midday. Below is an image, with a grid. We have hidden a Crossbow in one of the squares. You have 1 guess as to which square it is. You can enter here, on facebook or on twitter – but if you really want to be “in it to win it” you should probably enter all using all 3! There is a prize for one lucky entrant via each method. The instructions for each way to enter are below the grid. All you need to…
LEGO M&M Dispenser

Jess5

10 Jan 2013 | 5:15 am

If you’ve ever wondered what engineers do in their free time then look no further. Youtube user Nxt1engineer made an M&M sorting machine using Lego Mindstorm kits, so if any of your friends are particular about the colour of their M&Ms, this might be the answer. Whilst his engineering skills are something to admire, his video editing leaves a lot to be desired. I’d also be wary of his questionable taste in music. Check out the vid below.
Veho Pebble Battery Reviewed by Best Mobile Contracts

Guest5

7 Nov 2012 | 3:07 am

Simon from Best Mobile Contracts reviews the Veho Pebble Battery, the stylish portable battery charger. The number one complaint leveled against modern smartphones is poor battery life and consumers consistently cite good battery performance as something they would most like to see in upcoming handsets. Many phones will have a claimed battery life of “up to 8 hours”, but will often fail to live up to these standards, particularly with heavy use. While great advances have been made in screen technology, microprocessors and network connections, the technology underlying phone…
Hollywood Style Car Chase Created Using RC Toys

Ed5

24 Oct 2012 | 2:19 am

I think we can all agree that no action film is complete until it’s got a nail biting car chase sequence. Visual Effects creator Freddie Wong has taken his experience in the industry, and the knowledge he’s no doubt gained from watching hours and hours of high octane action chase sequences, and created a masterpiece in miniature. The cars used in this chase sequence are Remote Control toys, but the effect it has on the viewer is just as dramatic. There were parts of the video where everyone in the office found themselves holding their breath. If you’ve not had a chance to watch it yet,…
Lego Red Bull Space Jump

Ed5

17 Oct 2012 | 4:05 am

As you stumble your way through life, you realise there are very few official checkpoints that let you know how you are doing. At school, there were myriad end of term exams and courserwork that saw your progress graded on a sliding scale, but once you’ve left the safe confines of your Alma Mater behind, what then? There are, of course, the annual reviews most employers subject their workforce to, but these are usually mere formalities. As long as you haven’t set fire to the office, or sent round a particularly nasty email, you’ll usually just get a “everything’s fine, keep doing…

RichVibe
Samsung MV900F MultiView 16.3MP Digital Camera

Editor

15 May 2013 | 7:39 am

Cameras are evolving everyday. Look at the capabilities that cameras had 6 years ago and now grab your phone and snap a photo. Look at the quality. It’s unbelievable how fast technology is evolving. Once again Samsung has pushed the boundaries and created the Samsung MV900F MultiView 16.3MP Digital Camera(R1,700). With a lot of new capabilities this camera comes out with the wow factor that enables you to quickly take Perfectly Framed Self Portraits, a wide-screen touch display 3.3″ AMOLED TouchScreen, a 16.3M BSI CMOS Sensor, a 5X Zoom / F2.5 25mm Lens, 1080 30p Full HD Movie…
Sony Xperia Tablet Z

Editor

13 May 2013 | 7:39 am

Sony has always pushed the limits when releasing new products. The Sony Xperia Tablet Z(R8,000) is no different. Standard with a thin waterproof body, you wouldn’t have to worry about water around your tablet ever again. Use it in the shower, bath or pool. It’s up to you on how you add it to your lifestyle. It’s thinner than an iPad mini and comes out with an 10.1in 1920×1200, 224ppi display that is better than full HD. You can decide between the 32GB and 64GB storage models which comes with the Android 4.1 Jelly Bean OS, Quad-core Snapdragon S4 processor, 4G, Wi-Fi,…
Nespresso Lattissima Coffee Machine

Editor

13 May 2013 | 3:24 am

Most people in the world drink one or more cups of coffee each day. You get the people that swear by their morning coffee and you get those that live on coffee as if it was water. The beauty of coffee machines is that it changed the way we drink coffee. The coffee tastes exactly the same each time we have a cup and we can have the coffee ready for pickup before we make are trek down to the kitchen. The new Nespresso Lattissima Coffee Machine(R3,850) comes in at a bargain price for an all in one coffee solution. You and your guests can enjoy delicious cappuccinos and lattes anytime. It’s…
Gaggenau EB 385 Oven

Editor

10 May 2013 | 2:15 am

The kitchen is one of my favorite places to spend the afternoon and evening with the wife. Cooking, baking, cleaning, you name it we do it. That is why having quality appliances is necessary. A quality oven will also never go unnoticed in the kitchen, especially because it gets used for everything related to great food. Introducing the new Gaggenau EB 385 Oven(R48,500), the quality and finishes are outstanding to say the least. With a 78 litre net volume, electronic temperature regulation and eleven different heating methods, the EB 385 offers ideal features for professional chefs in the…
Five Las Vegas Casinos That You Have To Visit

Editor

9 May 2013 | 5:00 am

Rich people love quality hotels and resorts. A lot of them often spend their time having a game of poker with friends or just booking into the hotel for the weekend to get away with the wife. There are a lot of different reasons why people spend their time at the casinos, but let’s not get into that. We just want to show you the five casinos we believe you need to visit in Las Vegas. The Bellagio If there is one word to describe the thirty six story Bellagio hotel and casino it is extravagance. From the Fountains of Bellagio in the 8-acre lake, to the Fiori di Como glass flower display…

Gizmo Chunk
Print your customized tapes with Imprinter

Instamedia Content Writing

13 May 2013 | 4:13 am

Sticky tapes! Have you ever wondered how important sticky tapes are in our life, starting from every small projects at school to big projects in the office? They virtually surround us everywhere, from home to office, from gift-wrapping to pasting things on the walls, fridges or boards! Tapes can come up with a number of uses from decorating your scrapbook to wrapping packages. Nevertheless, since there is no creativeness in the same old clear transparent plastic material, we now have Imprinter to help us out of this quandary – a limitation rather. Imprinter is a very innovative creation to…
Palmer Dock for iPhone 5 takes inspiration from an Acoustic Guitar

Instamedia Content Writing

13 May 2013 | 4:00 am

What could be a better way to naturally amplify the thumping sound of your iPhone than adding exclusivity through a uniquely crafted dock? The new project by Nathan Mummert just rightly epitomizes the stated combination of originality and amplified tunes in the form of a new, exquisite Palmer iPhone 5 Dock. Inspired by an acoustic guitar, the wireless docking system beautifully merges with your elegant interiors and intensifies your favorite tunes wherever you go. The acoustic-inspired dock for your iPhone is meticulously hand crafted and thus, it endows a distinct, unique appeal to…
Minuum Touchscreen Keyboard to transform your typing experience

Instamedia Content Writing

13 May 2013 | 3:55 am

If you have ever bent backwards and tried hard to type smoothly on your touchscreen devices, then here is something really interesting to transmogrify your entire experience for better. Some creative folks over at Whirlscape have now designed an innovative touchscreen keyboard app entitled Minuum – which basically helps fat-fingered users type on a touchscreen with utmost ease and convenience. Designed to be highly intuitive and effortless, the touchscreen text-entry software enables users to seamlessly type their texts or documents with peerless accuracy while at the same time shriveling…
Know your baby’s temperature with Pacifier thermometer

Instamedia Content Writing

13 May 2013 | 3:49 am

In case your newborn has been behaving strangely of late with sudden mood swings and loud cries, it’s time to be warned as he/she might not be in the best of his/her health. We have seen parents struggling to conclude whether something is wrong with their children or if they are just off-mood. The orthodox thermometers tend to help less in this regard as it is difficult to assimilate minute changes in temperature pattern of your kids. A possible solution seems to be the 2011 winner of iF Concept Design award, named as Pacifier thermometer. Designed as a suckling for babies, the thermometer…
Have a blast with battery powered Mobile Blastmaster

Instamedia Content Writing

13 May 2013 | 3:44 am

It doesn’t matter you are a music enthusiast or simply a party lover, but if you are looking for something that can actually blow your mind then go for the Mobile Music Station aka Mobile Blastmaster. Available at Hammacher Schlemmer, the music station provides a new dimension to music, rhythm, sound or beats. No matter where the party is, just grab this portable blastmaster and set the party on fire. The music station utilizes the same concept of 30-year old audio player but it comes loaded with many new features. The music player has an ultra-stylish look that is built on an outer steel…

TechnoInsta
Photo Mug App – Review

Amit Shaw

14 May 2013 | 3:49 am

In the present era of high end technology, materialistic gifts have taken quite a backseat, while thoughtful things are preferred more. Giving your loved one a handmade card or any other personalized gift item for that matter is given far more importance and value than something very expensive but devoid of emotions. One of such personalized, thoughtful gifts is photo mugs that are enjoying a huge amount of popularity nowadays. Photo mugs are very simple yet elegant gifts that you can give to anyone, and not just a lover. Basically, in photo mugs, what you have is a mug, that has a printed…
Micromax A115 Canvas 3D with 5 Inch Display Available at 9999 INR

Sanjib Saha

3 May 2013 | 6:05 pm

Micromax has further extended the Canvas Smartphone range with the launch of A115 Canvas 3D. The name of the device indicates the features of it, as it happens to be the first 3D phone from the company and in no way you would need a pair of glasses to be glued to the content in 3D. The phone will be available in all the retail stores of the company and one can purchase it online as well. Specifications of Micromax A115 Canvas 3D he Smartphone with 16.7 colours has a 5 inch touch screen display with 480 * 800 resolutions. It is power-driven by a 1GHZ MT 6577 dual core processor and has a Jelly…
Top Free Web Browsers Of 2013

Sanjib Saha

28 Apr 2013 | 3:01 am

Web browsers are the software programs that allow the users to browse and view pages on World Wide Web (WWW) easily. People opt to choose the internet browser that is simple to use and offers speed and security as well. Basically, a browser is tested on some principles such as speed, features, security and add-on components. These free web browsers do offer such services that too without any hassle aiming to make internet browsing trouble-free. There are many top free web browsers in the market that are running high on demand today such as Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Opera, Internet…
Has the Security Level Scaled New Heights?

Sanjib Saha

28 Apr 2013 | 2:42 am

Better prevent and prepare rather than repent and repair”. Security seems to the buzzword in the world of today. In the current year the retail commerce industry is expected to grow by $ 224.2 million. The unprecedented growth of electronic commerce as well as consumer based services have opened up opportunities for rampant fraud. In fact one area which the business struggle is to confirm the authority of the online users. One of the effective online tools in this regard is the Phone ID contact which provides all the contact details of an individual. Access to such form of data paves…
All you Need to Know about Raspberry Pi

Sanjib Saha

20 Apr 2013 | 5:35 pm

In the United Kingdom, a single board computer whose size is of credit card has been developed by Raspberry Foundation. This computer has a solid state drive or inbuilt hard disk but SD card is used for storing long time and for booting. There are two versions and so Raspberry Foundation has offered all the two versions at $25 and $35. There are different models of Raspberry and model A, model B and model C. Model B is of $35 and shipping charges are extra but it has 256 MB RAM. Hardware of Raspberry Pi If we compare model A and model B of Raspberry Pi then, the model has no Ethernet…

MainFRAME Review
Microsoft announces new Xbox console at May 21st event

Zach Beck

20 May 2013 | 7:05 am

Microsoft announces their newest gaming console Eight long years after the arrival of the Xbox 360, Microsoft is gearing up to reveal information on their gaming console’s new face. Tomorrow, May 21st, the Redmond-based company is hosting a live announcement at 10am PDT (1PM EST). You’ll be able to watch the event at xbox.com/hub, from the Dashboard [...]The post Microsoft announces new Xbox console at May 21st event appeared first on MainFRAME Review.
Top quotes from our favorite characters on “The Office”

Melissa Frame

15 May 2013 | 6:42 am

This Thursday, May 16, 2013, is the final episode of “The Office”. It will be an hour and 15 minute episode (yes, they added an additional 15 minutes to the finale!) airing 9-10:15 ET. Hopefully it will tie up all the loose ends and not leave us hanging like some series’ finales we know (*cough* [...]The post Top quotes from our favorite characters on “The Office” appeared first on MainFRAME Review.
A motorcycle lives again…kind of.

Zach Beck

13 May 2013 | 6:51 am

Back in the fall of ’12 I bought a motorcycle. This is nothing new, really. In fall of ’11 I bought my first bike ever, a new 2011 Kawasaki Ninja 250R. Then in August 2012 I bought a 2005 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R. Little did I know I had already started the pattern of buying an [...]The post A motorcycle lives again…kind of. appeared first on MainFRAME Review.
Watch the Annular Solar Eclipse live with SLOOH Space Camera

Melissa Frame

8 May 2013 | 11:20 am

This Thursday, May 9, 2013, the Annular Solar Eclipse (aka the “Ring of Fire”) will occur. Unfortunately, it will not be visible from the USA. The eclipse will only be able to be seen by Australia, eastern Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, and the Gilbert Islands (shown on the map above). It’s near Australia! How [...]The post Watch the Annular Solar Eclipse live with SLOOH Space Camera appeared first on MainFRAME Review.
GameStop will stop accepting Sony’s PS2 trade-ins June 1st

Zach Beck

6 May 2013 | 7:15 am

Back in January we relayed Sony’s announcement that PS2 production world-wide was coming to an end. Now one of the largest used game and console retailers is adding its own nail to the PS2′s coffin. GameStop will no longer accept PS2 consoles, accessories, or games as trade-in after June 1st of this year. Currently you [...]The post GameStop will stop accepting Sony’s PS2 trade-ins June 1st appeared first on MainFRAME Review.

Gizchina.com
JiaYu G4 and quad-core G3 full production to begin at the end of May!

Robin Maxwell

21 May 2013 | 2:10 am

Still no launch date, however after receiving their network license JiaYu are gearing up for the first full production runs of both the JiaYu G4 and quad-core G3!The post JiaYu G4 and quad-core G3 full production to begin at the end of May! appeared first on Gizchina.com.
Huawei G610-C00 leaked, 5.4-inch quad-core MT6589

Robin Maxwell

21 May 2013 | 12:32 am

A previously unseen entry-level Huawei phone, has been spotted receiving its network license in China, sporting a large 5.4-inch display and quad-core MT6589 CPU.The post Huawei G610-C00 leaked, 5.4-inch quad-core MT6589 appeared first on Gizchina.com.
Meizu shuts up shop in Hong Kong

Abbie

21 May 2013 | 12:14 am

Meizu is having a hard time of it right now. The boutique phone maker based in Zhuhai is struggling to keep up with rivals and has now quietly shut its flagship store in Hong Kong!The post Meizu shuts up shop in Hong Kong appeared first on Gizchina.com.
JiaYu G4 receives network license, all we need now is a release date!

Andi

20 May 2013 | 11:31 pm

JiaYu's flagship MTK JiaYu G4 has now received it's Network License here in China! All we are waiting for now is the final release date!The post JiaYu G4 receives network license, all we need now is a release date! appeared first on Gizchina.com.
First cracked UMi X2 screen!

Andi

20 May 2013 | 10:42 pm

According to UMi and the specifications they are posting, the UMi X2 has a Corning Gorilla Glass 2, 5-inch display. It doesn't seemed to have helped this X2 owner though!The post First cracked UMi X2 screen! appeared first on Gizchina.com.

Techno Stall
Samsung Galaxy S Advance I9070 – Root on Android 4.1.2 DXAMD1 Firmware

Shoumik Goswami

20 May 2013 | 7:58 pm

In our recent article, we mentioned about updating the Samsung Galaxy S Advance I9070 with the latest official update Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean DXAMD1 firmware. But, since it was an official release, the root phones lost root access upon installing this firmware. Worry not as we will be helping you get back the root access [...]
Samsung Galaxy S Advance I9070 – Install Official Android 4.1.2 DXAMD1

Shoumik Goswami

20 May 2013 | 7:52 pm

The Samsung Galaxy S Advance I9070 finally receives the official update to Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean DXAMD1 firmware from Samsung. Galaxy S Advance users can directly update their phones using Samsung Kies. If they wish to do it manually or has a rooted phone, they can follow the guide below for a complete tutorial on [...]
Galaxy Tab 7.7 P6800 – Install Android 4.1.2 Official Jelly Bean DXMD3

Shoumik Goswami

20 May 2013 | 7:42 pm

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 P6800 also received the new official firmware update from Samsung i.e. Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean firmware also dubbed as DXMD3. This update brings new and interesting features along with some minor bug fixes. So Tab users just connect your tablets to your PC and update it with the latest firmware. [...]
List of 5 Best Multiplayer Games for PC, Xbox 360, PS3 and Wii U

Shoumik Goswami

20 May 2013 | 5:20 am

Exams are getting over soon and vacations are near. What could be the best time for gamers to settle their one on one with their friends and spend a relaxed vacation shooting people, going on adventures or just slash some enemies? Well, we have reviewed some multiplayer games and result was that we obtained 5 [...]
White Nexus 4 with Android 4.3 operating system is coming in June

Shoumik Goswami

19 May 2013 | 7:51 pm

There was no word of mention of the next Nexus in the Google’s keynote speech. The speech ended and everyone kept waiting for some revelation regarding the next Nexus but the wait was in vain. But do not worry as we have got some good news from sources that there will be a new Nexus [...]

Latest Technology News
Archos 80 Xenon – new details

Loredana

21 May 2013 | 9:41 am

We have presented you the Archos 80 Xenon tablet, but now we are back with fresh details. The model will hit the market in June for a price tag of $199 with a two-year contract included. Or, you can choose to pay to pay the full price of $300. But first of all, you must read more details about the included technical specs, in order to be sure that this device is exactly what you are looking for. Archos 80 Xenon gets the power from a quad-core CPU at 1.2 GHz which also comes with 4 GB internal storage capacity. We can only hope that a microSD card slot is also available for memory expansion…
Toshiba Kirabook – some amazing elements

Loredana

21 May 2013 | 3:12 am

Toshiba Kirabook is an ultrabook which comes with a price of no less than $1,999.99, so you can expect only from the best from it. Its dimensions are of no more than 0.7 by 12.5 by 8.25 inches with a weight of 2.77 pounds, so we are talking this model is not only thin, but also light product as well. But you should know that other element is in the center of our attention – the 3.3-inch screen which comes with a maximum 2,560 by 1,440 resolution, as well as a 221 pixels per inch (ppi). As for the power Toshiba Kirabook houses an Intel Core i7-3537U processor which with 8GB of memory. But…
HTC One X is ready for Google Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean OS update

Loredana

20 May 2013 | 12:45 pm

Are you the owner of a HTC One X smartphone? So, this news is just what you needed to hear – a software update will soon come with all its improvements. We are talking about Google Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean OS update which will upgrade Sense to version 5.0 and it will add other features such as BlinkFeed and Zoe camera. As you know, HTC One X houses a powerful quad core CPU running at 1.5 GHz frequency, along with 1 GB of RAM memory and an ULP GeForce graphics processor at 520 MHz. its 4.7 inches capacitive multi touchscreen has a maximum displaying resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels and the…
Nokia Lumia 928 – first details

Loredana

20 May 2013 | 8:41 am

Things seem to move pretty fast for Nokia Lumia 928. The device was revealed a few days ago and now Verizon has it for a price tag of no more than $100 with a two-year contract. Things look great when it comes to the included technical specs (that we’ve mentioned here), not to mention the black and white colored versions of this device. And things can get even better if we tell you about those $25 that you will receive in order to use in Windows Marketplace. As for the technical specs, Nokia Lumia 928 packs a with a 4.5 inches capacitive multi touchscreen with a displaying resolution of 768…
Alcatel One Touch Idol comes with a great price

Loredana

20 May 2013 | 4:34 am

Alcatel One Touch Idol is a $299.99 device which manages to capture the attention at least thanks to its special name. But we must tell you from the start that this model here is nothing else than a mid-range model, so its name is a little bit confusing. Alcatel One Touch Idol features a 4.7-inch IPS LCD which has a maximum 960-by-540-pixel resolution, so it is not as sharp as we would be looking for, while the comes from a dual-core 1GHz MediaTek MT6577 chip which makes you forget all about 3D gaming. Alcatel One Touch Idol might be completely made of plastic, but you have to know that it is…

Specifications and Reviews of Cool Gadgets
Origin PC Offering Premium Mobile Gaming Laptop Design

Katz

12 May 2013 | 1:53 am

The technology development company Origin PC has launched a new premium mobile gaming laptop called “EON17-SLX”. This device is limited edition, and presents the audience with a gamepad Razer Lachesis gaming headset Corsair high-speed Internet and a whole bag of accessories designed by the company itself. Since technically, the Origin PC EON17-SLX is equipped with [...]The post Origin PC Offering Premium Mobile Gaming Laptop Design appeared first on Gadgets ATZ.
Scosche RH1060 combining modernity and style in wireless headphones

Katz

12 May 2013 | 1:40 am

In recent times, so many types with a wide range of wireless headphones have appeared on the market that work from Bluetooth connectivity. While the majority of users have received a positive opinion, the fact that all models are small lightweight and portable devices they did not quite conform to all demand that the market [...]The post Scosche RH1060 combining modernity and style in wireless headphones appeared first on Gadgets ATZ.
Staples sells 3D Cube printer online

Katz

8 May 2013 | 11:27 pm

As we have discussed in previous articles, it is clear that the impression of a 3D object is a futuristic flows slowly emerging in the field of technology worldwide. Despite its limited development achieved so far today with a 3D printer can create all kinds of gadgets, toys, novelties, and prototypes of devices designed for [...]The post Staples sells 3D Cube printer online appeared first on Gadgets ATZ.
Acer Aspire ZC-605: All-In-One Multimedia Station

Katz

8 May 2013 | 2:18 am

Acer has already offered some information on what will be one of the desktops in the company’s flagship Windows 8. This time the bet does not innovate in form factor and prefer secure with something better known, restrained in specifications and we suppose will have a more affordable price. The Acer Aspire ZC-605 is an [...]The post Acer Aspire ZC-605: All-In-One Multimedia Station appeared first on Gadgets ATZ.
Pioneer VMS-550 wireless speaker to replace integrated TV speakers

Katz

8 May 2013 | 2:02 am

Whenever you think of the prototype of the average user of technology, as usual, think those sectors which have a range of special needs. Consider, for example televisions and people with hearing problems. We always put the screen a few feet away to look good, and always rely on the integrated speakers. Read also: Bose [...]The post Pioneer VMS-550 wireless speaker to replace integrated TV speakers appeared first on Gadgets ATZ.

GadgetzGeek
Tantalising Aluminium Floating Design of ThinkPad S3 and S5

admin

21 May 2013 | 6:07 am

Lenovo has finally changed the long-held classic look of its ThinkPad laptops. The EDGE series from Lenovo is for the stylish looks while the ThinkPad maintained traditional classic looks. However,... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
Sennheiser’s Digital Headphones Now Available in the US

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21 May 2013 | 5:57 am

Digital technology has made its presence felt in almost every niche of current advancements. Indeed, it is going to be the major technology of the future. Its growth rates have already been predicted... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
LG to Exhibit Five-inch Unbreakable and Flexible OLED Panel at SID

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20 May 2013 | 5:02 am

There is something really good in store that LG is about to reveal at the annual display exhibition by SID to be held at Vancouver. It was only last month we heard about the OLED TV that is curved... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
Samsung to Launch 55 Inch and 65 Inch 4K Televisions in June

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20 May 2013 | 4:59 am

At the time of unveiling of the 1st 4K Ultra High Definition TV at CES in 2013, Samsung said that it will launch other models of smaller and larger size than the initial eighty five inch version. It... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
Panasonic Enters Smartphone Market with P51

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17 May 2013 | 4:44 am

Panasonic, one of the leading brands in India known for its wide range of products like home appliances, TV’s and air conditioners has made its entry into the Smartphone market. The P51 Smartphone... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

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A roadmap for the mobile phones of the future and rollable displays

Damir Beciri

11 May 2013 | 7:33 am

Technische Universität Darmstadt’s “Future Internet” research group recently published a set of challenges needed to tackle in order to incorporate their vision of what mobile telephony may look like in next ten to fifteen years. They envision that the mobile telephones of the future will be able to see, shrink in size while getting larger [...] You might also like: LG and Samsung revealed their transparent OLED displays PaperPhone and Snaplet provide glimpse into flexible gadgets future Ten features of shape resolution and shape-shifting mobile devices
Ten features of shape resolution and shape-shifting mobile devices

Damir Beciri

5 May 2013 | 4:11 pm

Researchers at the University of Bristol have tested six variations of prototype mobile devices that can change shape on-demand. In addition to display and touch resolution, the researchers introduced the term ‘shape resolution’ and its ten features, to describe the resolution of an interactive device. The next time you discus about gadgetry with your friends, [...] You might also like: Origami inspired shape-shifting robots from MIT iRobot’s shape-shifting blob robot takes its first “steps” GelSight – retrographic sensing capable for super-high-resolution 3D…
WorldKit – touch-based interfaces on everyday surfaces

Damir Beciri

28 Apr 2013 | 8:03 pm

In one of our previous articles we described OmniTouch – a prototype of a wearable multitouch system that turns any surface into interface for information interaction. Researchers at the Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) have played with that idea and created WorldKit – a system able to create these touch-based interfaces and enable information interaction in [...] You might also like: TapSense uses sound to enhance information interaction on touch surfaces Touché sensing technique – enhancing capacitive touch sensing Fujitsu touch control interface can work with low cost equipment
Fujitsu touch control interface can work with low cost equipment

Damir Beciri

16 Apr 2013 | 8:04 pm

Fujitsu Laboratories developed a technology that enables gesture-based information interaction which merges digital data and real objects. As many of its competitors in user interface niche, the technology can accurately detect where the user’s finger is and what is being touched. However, what makes it different compared to other approaches is the fact it uses [...] You might also like: Minput provides low-cost and high-precision pointing for gadgets Fujitsu hybrid energy harvesting device generates electricity from heat or light Interface from AIST enables you to touch virtual 3D…
Fast laser lithography 3D printing on the micrometer scale

Damir Beciri

5 Mar 2013 | 11:11 am

A spin-off company of Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) named Nanoscribe GmbH recently presented their 3D printer able to print microstructures. Based on a laser lithography method, the 3D printer can create minute 3D objects that are smaller than the diameter of a human hair. What’s great about this 3D printer is its ability to [...] You might also like: Open source 3D printing and 3D printers – RepRap 3D printers Extreme Ultraviolet (EUV) lithography makes 13.5 nm circuits Festo iFab gets 3D-printing a step closer to your home

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Top Collaboration Tools for Android

Kulwant

14 May 2013 | 8:50 am

There were days when iOS have authority in app market, and then Research In Motion (RIM) was leading in business productivity apps. Now open platform of Android has attracted many of the developers to develop various useful apps. If you are looking for business productivity apps that will enable you to have video conference or file sharing or tracking the due tasks here are the top collaboration tools for Android that will help you to end your search. Polycom RealPresence Mobile: This app is unique collaboration Android app. You can also describe it as cloud based video conferencing app. You…
Best Android Apps For Women

Ravinder

11 May 2013 | 8:26 pm

Android is undoubtedly reaching new highs each day. There are plenty of apps for every segment and age then how can we exclude the half of the population in the world. Here are certain Best Android Apps For Women: Our Groceries Shopping List: This is the app that acts as to-do lists for women. It manages your shopping list pretty well. With this app, you can create multiple lists and send them all to your hubby. What more, if you are not sure of what ingredients you last needed for a recipe, then you can directly get is with the help of the app! Here are the features of the app. Our…
How to use Google cloud print on android

Kulwant

10 May 2013 | 7:33 am

Google are great at releasing nifty tools that improve the quality of your life by reducing time consuming tasks. Cloud print for android is no different. For a quick summary, Google cloud print allows users to send documents to their printer from any android device. The beauty of this is you don’t have to be at home or on a computer, if your printer is ‘cloud ready’ you can even print documents from a different country! Think about it, you wake up late for work, you have an important meeting first thing – you can access your documents and print them with your mobile while…
Micromax Canvas A120 HD Pro Will Be Available At 20,000 INR

Ravinder

8 May 2013 | 8:22 am

Micromax- the darling of middle class has been stepping to be the giant of Indian Smartphone segment. According the manufacturers they have already sold more then a million pieces of Canvas series, and now to fulfill their promise of releasing 30 products; developers are coming up with Micromax Canvas A120 HD Pro which will be available at the price tag of 20,000 INR. The very smartphone come phablet has been listed on sulekha.com – an online retail store. Let’s have an insight to the features of the device. Features: The handset features 5.5 inches full HD Display Display…
Best Android Apps For Men

Ravinder

6 May 2013 | 12:57 am

Android has given multiple dimensions to the field of technology and innovations. There are plenty of developers and apps. The apps are for every genre, class and gender. If you are a man, and you are looking for the apps that are so useful to you; here we are with Best Android Apps for Men Cool Guy – Style App: If you are fashion addict and want to plan your appearance, look, fashion and style; Cool Guy – Style App is just made for you. Here are the features that will give you some more insight to the app. You can create the look you want anytime and anywhere; Your wardrobe…

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Install Ubuntu Tweak 0.8.4 in Ubuntu 13.04/12.10/12.04/Linux Mint

sohil memon

12 May 2013 | 8:17 pm

Install Ubuntu Tweak 0.8.4 in Ubuntu 13.04/12.10/12.04/Linux Mint and old versions on previous Ubuntu versions.Who doesn’t like to play/tweak with Windows Operating System? Almost everyone because, it’s the most easiest operating system comparable to all other operating systems in the world. But, have you ever try to play/tweak with the Linux Operating System? Again same answer No! Because it’s totally a command language and who cares to remember long lines of codes. You don’t care that we all know but developers care for you, that’s why they have made an…
How to Speed Up Windows 7 Performance

sohil memon

11 May 2013 | 2:06 pm

How to Speed Up Windows 7 PerformanceNo matter how fast your new computers might be, they all seem to get slower over time. Because, there is a new kind of excitement to play with new computer and to install lots of software’s on it. The first program which we install on our new computers is anti-spyware and antivirus tools, to stay from viruses. I know, it’s an essential program but what we actually do, we install more than one antivirus program. Next, we download lots of unrecognized junk softwares from the internet. Obviously, your new computers gradually decrease the…
How to Convert MOV to DVD on Mac OS X

kulwantnagi

9 May 2013 | 8:39 pm

MOV files are often available on internet or produced by some type of cameras which can be played on Mac OSX. Sometimes it requires you to convert MOV files to DVD format to watch it on your home in DVD player in a bigger screen. To convert it you need a DVD burning program that supports MOV format.A large number of people nowadays face the problem of compatibility when they are playing videos on various devices. The most common problem to all of the other can be problem involving the video formats not working in certain operating systems. You can take an example that you downloaded…
Giveaway: 10 Licenses of iSkysoft Video Converter

kulwantnagi

9 May 2013 | 3:18 am

Video converters have become one of the must have thing if you love to listen and see video songs.These days we are using many gadgets like high tech phones, iPads, iPods, Mp4 players and many other devices to enjoy video while we are on move. So having a good video converter is good thing because you can convert as much videos as you want. Such video converters have built-in codecs so that they will support many formats to convert videos.We are announcing iSkysoft Video Converter for 10 lucky winners.iSkysoft Video Converter lets you convert video and audio files from one format to another…
Top 5 WordPress Technology Themes

sohil memon

8 May 2013 | 2:13 am

From the last year 2012, there is an immense growth in Technology Blogs. When I heard about this, the first question came in my mind that’s “Why all bloggers are switching towards Technology? Any Specific reason?”. Later after some research, I came to know that ‘Technology is developing at a large scale and to narrate it we need more and more technological Blogs as well as internet users searches more related on technology and they also loves to read & know about the latest technology.’ And we all know, what are the benefits of Technology Blogs. So,…

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Love Hurts First Aid Kit

M Faisal

21 May 2013 | 10:15 am

This beautiful first aid kit is not meant for everyone as it is it is particularly designed for the broken hearted people because of love. The Love Hurts first aid kit includes bubble vodka, dark chocolate, candy hearts, bath soap, a mix CD, a candle, tissues and a book of matches. Hopefully this will help them out and motivate them to find their next to replace their ex. Via:
The SIGNAL HEM T-Shirt From Visvim

M Faisal

21 May 2013 | 7:18 am

The SIGNAL HEM is a newly released t-shirt from the Japanese brand Visvim as a part of their Men's Spring/Summer 2013 collection. This cool looking t-shirt is made of premium cotton known as Supima that is an abbreviation for Superior Pima. The SIGNAL HEM features triangle flag details that look pretty cute. It is available in three colors and six different sizes. You can buy it from
DeLorean Time Machine External Hard Drive

M Faisal

20 May 2013 | 11:38 am

The DeLorean Time Machine external hard drive can be a great and coolest solution for your data storage. It is 500 GB external hard drive inspired by DeLorean Time Machine that is pretty famous fictional ride of a movie series. This great looking tech gear is from the folks at Flash Rods just like their 3.0 flash drives that also looks like toy cars. Its price tag is $250, check it out
Pocket Size Portable Ironing Gadget

M Faisal

20 May 2013 | 7:59 am

It is always It feels so good when your pants' crease is sharp enough to impress others, exactly the same is the case with the collar of the shirt and smooth tie. Although it doesn't happen most of the times and at the last moment you come you know that the pressing of your clothes isn't good at all and believe me this is enough to ruin your entire mood. But don't worry as Travel Mobile Hot
Travelteq Leather Protective iPhone 5 Case

M Faisal

17 May 2013 | 8:06 am

The Travelteq's Leather Protective Case for iPhone 5 is another multi-functional iPhone Case that lets you protect your device and also make sure that your credit cards are safe. This elegant and beautiful handmade case is made of Florentine Vachetta leather in Italy. It comes with only one card slot thus limits you to place one or two cards and ensure that you can easily carry it in your

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BlackBerry Q5 – Features Specifications & Prices

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21 May 2013 | 2:35 am

BlackBerry has launched another progression in its mobile range named Blackberry Q5. This handset has instilled lot of excitement among the customers who are actually mobile enthusiasts. Moreover, this amazing BlackBerry Q5 mobile offers you the most excellent of everything along with the cutting-edge BlackBerry 10 specifications as well as a QWERTY keyboard. Usually, it is for the youth of today who are passionate, positive and courageous as it becomes extremely simple for them to stay connected and have fun. Blackberry Q5 smartphone come is an attractive design and is especially designed to…
White Nexus 4 with the Most Recent Android 4.3 OS

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20 May 2013 | 9:18 am

White Nexus 4 is intended to be released on Google Play by 10th of June. The white edition of Nexus 4 exploded ample of times previously but with the matter of time the company chose to provide the handset to large masses. It comprises of Android 4.3 i.e. Bluetooth Smart. It has been anticipated that Android will very soon be the most important support intended for Bluetooth Smart devices, hence the information about Android 4.3 is not a surprise at all. Fundamentally, the most outstanding trait of Android is to cater to accessories such as the Pebble smart watch and Fitbit Flex. The Nexus…
JVC Kenwood’s Navigation System – Most Advanced Navigation System

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19 May 2013 | 10:28 am

It is quite certain that in-car GPS direction-finding systems turn out to be very easy and trouble-free to be acquainted with the places where you are actually being headed. However, it should not be like that you are so engrossed in checking up the map and stop up with rear-ending somebody. So, it is advisable for you to keep at least one eye on the side road and the other on the JVC Kenwood’s MDV-737HUD direction-finding system. This is the latest navigation system that comprises of a transparent heads-up display of the one who sits right beside to the rear-view mirror. At this time, a…
Nokia Lumia 925 Features, Specifications & Prices

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14 May 2013 | 9:33 am

Nokia has managed to prove it again with its marvelous technology and at present with Nokia Lumia 925 which includes the highly advanced lens technology. You can easily explore your creativeness with imaging software so as to capture sharper and clearer images as well as videos. Nokia Lumia 925 is all about camera as it possesses 8.7 MP camera sensors. Besides that, it comprises of 1.5 GHz dual-core processor, 1 GB RAM and 16 GB storage capacity. Nokia Lumia 925 brings in the latest Nokia Smart Camera interface that provides the most effective way to take 10 images at a time having high…
Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini Can be Launched in July

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13 May 2013 | 9:32 am

Samsung has added a miniature form of its Galaxy series and has added another feather of innovation and creativity. Samsung is all set to release the Galaxy S4 Mini by this July along with the new Galaxy tablets which is rumored to have a 4.3 inch screen with a powerful dual core processor of 1.6 GHz which will definitely come out to be a power booster for its performance. As per the rumors says Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini resembles the Samsung Galaxy S3 in its design and appearance. The camera is said to be of 8 MP which will not disappoint its users to capture their cherishing moments. Samsung…

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