Having just finished a year of math and science heavy coursework, I am confident in stating that the Cambrdige Quad Wirebound Notebook is one of the best tools I've used all year. Notebooks may seem like a silly thing to get worked up about, but having used this day-in and day-out for a year, I can attest that it makes a difference. When I first started looking for a notebook I was astonished by how much variety existed (especially in the world of graph paper), and consequently how much vitriol is generated by crappy notebooks. Everything from paper thickness to perforation was a potential…
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The Ellison Files: Oracle Strikes Back
BusinessWeek.com -- Technology16 May 2012 | 5:09 amNew court documents in the Oracle v. HP brawl suggest the latter misled customers and partners -
Canon EOS 5D Mark III vs Mark II
Spot Cool Stuff: Tech10 May 2012 | 1:57 pmFor years now, the Canon EOS 5D Mark II has been a favorite mid-range digital SLR among serious photographers. The workhorse of a camera took professional-quality images and offered a huge feature set—and did so for a relatively low price. Then, two things happened: First, Canon came out with an updated version of the Mark II—the EOS 5D Mark III. Second, Canon reduced the price of the Mark II by $500. Both the 5D Mark II and 5D Mark III are, inarguably, excellent full-feature SLR cameras. But now that there’s a serious 5D choice, which of the two is the better option for you? Spot… -
Desktop Finger Hockey Set
Craziest Gadgets14 May 2012 | 1:31 pmHow fun is this? Play a mini game of ice hockey anywhere with a Desktop Finger Hockey Set. If you’ve ever tried to play hockey in the summer in your office conference room, you know that it’s virtually impossible (plus those plate glass windows do not hold up well to slapshots from the blue line- trust me!) So you can now play at your desk and nobody gets hurt. Comes with a miniature ice hockey rink to put on the desk, a goal, puck, two hockey sticks and a pair of finger goalie pads. Kick save! At under $9, this one won’t send you to the penalty box… -
Seiko Epson announced a new SoC aimed towards e-paper applications
E-Ink-Info12 May 2012 | 12:42 pmSeiko Epson announced a new SoC aimed towards e-paper applications, the S1D13M01. The new chip integrates an MIPS-24Kef CPU core and also includes Epson's multi-pipeline e-paper display controller, which has been optimized for E Ink display panels. The new SoC was jointly co-developed with Taiwanese Magic Pixel.The S1D13M01 has a hardware JPEG engine, PNG decoder engine, color space conversion engine and 2D graphics engine. The S1D13M01 is also designed to realize low cost, low power consumption e-paper applications by optimizing the e-paper application system.
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Motorola Droid 4 gets leaked ICS build, official Android 4.0.4 may soon follow
16 May 2012 | 1:51 pmWe've known for quite some time that Motorola intended to push Ice Cream Sandwich to the Droid 4, but until now the waiting game continued, with no end in sight. It now appears that the smartphone maker is making serious progress on its own Motoblur-infused flavor of ICS, with a stock version of the upgrade making the rounds since last night. According to early adopters, the build seems to enable complete functionality, but upgrading early will leave your device locked to 4.0.4, with no option for future updates. So, for now, it makes sense to hang tight, but it'd be reasonable to assume that… -
RunCore InVincible SSD wipes data away with the click of a button
16 May 2012 | 1:43 pmThis one goes out to all the Bonds in the world. RunCore, a Chinese company specializing in the production of solid state drives, has cooked up a SATA II solution that should satisfy even the most guarded of privacy fanatics. Living up to its grandiose InVincible moniker, this aptly-named SSD's built to endure extreme temperatures ranging from -45 to 95 degrees Celsius (or -49 to 203 degrees Fahrenheit), read / write data at speeds up to 240Mbps / 140Mbps and protect your 1s and 0s from prying, less-than-reputable eyes. How so? Well, the drive's actual pièce de espionnite aiguë… -
Motorola Motosmart Mix XT550 masks its middling specs with a set of nice headphones
16 May 2012 | 1:27 pmHTC may be over the idea of including premium earbuds with its smartphones, but Motorola is stepping up to give it the ol' college try with its Motosmart Mix XT550. The phone will sell in China for ¥1,699 and is targeted at "people who really care about music." Along with the bundled set of headphones, you'll also discover a dedicated button to open the Sina Micro Music application. Beyond these selling points, however, the handset is a bit behind the curve. The XT550 features Android 2.3.6, a Qualcomm MSM7255A SoC with an 800MHz CPU, 512MB of RAM, a 3-megapixel camera and a 4-inch, HVGA… -
Comcast switches on Skype on Xfinity in Boston and Seattle today, eight more metros this week
16 May 2012 | 1:01 pmNow you can Skype on Xfinity, and beyond. Comcast's re-branded cable arm is touting a new trick beginning today, with customers in Boston and Seattle among the first to have access to the new Skype on Xfinity videoconferencing service (Atlanta, Augusta, Ga., Chicago, Detroit, Harrisburg, Pa., Indianapolis, Miami and Pittsburgh will be online by the end of the week). Interested parties can add a $9.95 monthly fee to their Triple Play service to take advantage, enabling "free" (read: $10-per-month) instant messaging and video chatting services. That monthly fee will presumably cover the… -
Editorial: Thin laptops are the new mainstream, but what about battery life?
16 May 2012 | 1:00 pmBandwagons, trains and Tranes. Can't say that these three have a heck of a lot in common in most regards, but one thing's for sure: trying to stop this trio would be a Herculean task. And so it goes with laptops -- once upon a time, it was good enough to have something that resembled a portable tower, but these days, the ability to even see the chassis at all feels like a negative. I exaggerate, of course, but the proverbial race in the laptop world is hardly about price; it's about thinness. Intel's unstoppable quest to plaster the Ultrabook term as far and wide as possible has led to a…
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Halo 4 Limited Edition and multiplayer aspect detailed by Microsoft
16 May 2012 | 1:36 pmSo the box art for Halo 4 has been revealed, not to mention having its puzzle solved, but is there all there is to it to Halo 4? Not quite, if Microsoft has their way, by revealing additional screenshots of what one’s eyeballs can expect to see in Halo 4 itself, in addition to more information surrounding the game’s multiplayer as well as Limited Edition. The Limited Edition will hold 9 multiplayer maps and will retail for £69.99/$100. The nine maps will include three future competitive multiplayer map packs, where each of them carries a trio of locations, and can be downloaded… -
PS4 spotted on SCEA software engineer’s resume
16 May 2012 | 1:31 pmIt must take an eagle eyed person to actually mine data from something as ordinary as a resume, and this has happened to a manager of software engineering at SCEA, where he has allegedly been part of the team to deliver the “voice chat library for PlayStation 4.” The manager’s LinkedIn profile was actually sniffed out by Superannuation, and there is every possibility of this being just a typo. After all, the figure 4 is located right beside the figure 3 on the keyboard, so even the best of us do make typing mistakes from time to time, what makes us think that this particular manager… -
T-Mobile Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich update for HTC Sensation 4G arrives
16 May 2012 | 1:27 pmMany sites have been prattling on about T-Mobile delivering the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich update for their HTC Sensation 4G, well, I am glad to say that the update has finally arrived for the masses to apply. This particular update will bump up the software version on the T-Mobile smartphone all the way to 3.32.531.14710RD, which will of course, carry along with it the Android 4.0.3 Ice Cream Sandwich operating system in addition to HTC Sense 3.6 for a smoother user experience. Those who are not too hot about an Over The Air update, you can always pull it manually to your phone by… -
Scientists Make Wi-Fi Twenty Times Faster
16 May 2012 | 1:24 pmA group of scientists from Japan have been tinkering with something that is called the “T-ray” band. It is basically an unregulated part of the network spectrum that lies between 300GHz and 3THz or between microwaves and far infrared waves. When we say unregulated, we mean that for now, no internet service provider uses that network and since it is unused, there is no need for a set of rules or regulations to be implemented for it just yet. The team of scientists has used T-ray to break the record for wireless data transmission in the terahertz range with a data transmission rate said to… -
PS Vita: Smart As is the new Brain Game
16 May 2012 | 1:07 pmRemember the Brain Game that was all the rage on the Nintendo DS all those years ago? Well, the PS Vita has its own version of a cerebral challenging title, hilariously named Smart As. Smart As is a social brain-training experience which will pit your grey matter with 20 unique, engaging, tactile and highly interactive puzzle games, and for those who take pride in their intellectual capacity, you are able to share your stats with players worldwide, thanks to a robust set of social and connective features. (more…) By Ubergizmo. Related articles: PS Vita Reality Fighters DLC sees…
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Here’s A Chocolate Shot
16 May 2012 | 12:53 amBy David Ponce Yes, that’s a chocolate shot. It’s made by a company called Zotter. It’s kind of like an alcohol shot that you see in bars, except with less alcohol and more chocolate. Well… no alcohol. Just chocolate. But hey, it comes in a bunch of flavours, like coconut, almost, and mandarin. Each shot is 12 ml, which really isn’t a whole lot. But hey, it’s a shot of fair-trade certified organic ganache, which only stays fresh for 4 weeks due to its lack of preservatives. Which almost makes the €2,50 justifiable. [ Product Page ] VIA [ The Fancy ] -
Machine Can Make Up To 4 Layered Drinks In 20 Seconds
16 May 2012 | 12:48 amBy David Ponce Working in a bar could get a whole lot more hands-off if LayerNation’s “El Tirador” machine takes off. It’s a contraception that makes it very easy to make layered drinks. You just have to load the bottles on top, put the shot glasses under the retractable straws and watch as it makes up to 4 drinks within 20 seconds. A touch screen lets you select what you want to make and yeah… that’s about it. You can watch the video below to see how it’s done, but it looks pretty slick. El Tirador means The Shooter in spanish, and the device was… -
They’re Bringing The Furby Back, And It Could Be All Kinds Of High Tech
16 May 2012 | 12:37 amBy David Ponce Back in 1998 the world went a little apeturd over the Furby. While Amazon was still just getting off the ground and didn’t much suffer from the craze, brick and mortar stores were crawling under the demand. The £24 ($40 USD in 1998 dollars and $56 today) could be resold for as much as three times its price. It’s now a collector’s item and the company that made it, Tiger Electronics, seems to be planning on releasing a new version for the Holidays 2012. There isn’t much information on it aside from the picture you see above. Toy expert Peter Jenkinson of… -
Nike Unveils TurboSpeed Suit, A Golf Ball Inspired Running Outfit
16 May 2012 | 12:17 amBy David Ponce Golf balls are covered in dimples simply because this gives them an aerodynamic efficiency rivalled by no other surface texture. And now Nike has unveiled a running suit based off the same design: the TurboSpeed, which they claim can shave up to 0.23 seconds off a 100 meter sprint. That is huge. Just think that in the 2008 olympics, Usain Bolt won the race only 0.22 seconds ahead of third place and 0.20 seconds from second. Had either of the two other contestants simply been wearing the TurboSpeed they might have won. Nike’s suit, which is made from 82% recycled polyester… -
Man Build Gun That Shoots Lightning Rays
16 May 2012 | 12:06 amBy David Ponce Nikola Tesla was a genius. Any geek worth his salt knows this. He was also certifiably insane, which is probably why he was denied credit for much of his inventions. But most of you have probably heard of the Tesla Coil, that device TV shows are very fond of for its ability to produce some fantastic electric discharges. Well, a man by the name of Rob Flickenger has put the device to good use and made a gun out of it. That’s right, Rob’s device is a gun that shoots lighting rays; he calls it The Tesla Gun. There’s no thunder of course, because it’s not…
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'Jesus' vs 'Diablo': Games battle for your soul
16 May 2012 | 1:01 pmIt's been a big week in video game land. Not only did the decade-long wait for the launch of "Diablo 3" finally come to a (rather bumpy) end, but the world also saw its first Jesus video game. -
The five best fitness tracking appliances
16 May 2012 | 12:17 pmIf you're thinking about heading outside or to the gym to get some exercise now that the weather is turning warm, you may benefit from an appliance you can wear on your wrist or in your pocket that keeps an eye on your activity level and gives you feedback on how well you're doing. Here are five of the best. -
Google Search basically reads your mind now
16 May 2012 | 12:06 pmSometimes the queries you enter into Google have multiple meanings. Wouldn't it be nice if Google could simply guess what you really want results for? It now can. -
Apple issues security updates for Leopard users
16 May 2012 | 12:05 pmApple has thrown a bone to Mac owners left unprotected against the Flashback malware family — but only some of those users will be getting help. On Monday, Apple quietly released two security updates for Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard, a nearly five-year-old release that Apple had otherwise abandoned. (Apple generally supports only the two most recent OS X releases.) -
Video: One-arm robot juggles two balls at once
16 May 2012 | 11:59 amA one-armed robot has learned to juggle two balls at once, an impressive feat that promises to shed light on dynamic human motions, according to the Japanese researchers behind the machine.
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Harvey Geller, Universal Music Group's Top Lawyer, Is Out
16 May 2012 | 1:17 pmHarvey Geller, Universal Music Group’s longtime lawyer, left the company earlier this week. A person familiar with Universal said he was now headed for another job but didn’t have other details. Geller’s name will be familiar to many digital media companies, since he often led fierce and sustained battles against them on behalf of the world’s biggest music label. -
Google Gets Semantic, Launches Knowledge Graph Starting Today
16 May 2012 | 12:00 pmGoogle today formally launches some anticipated and previously glimpsed semantic features for its core English search engine on Google.com accessed through computers, phones and tablets. This “Knowledge Graph” is a two-year-old project that evolved in part out of Google’s acquisition of Metaweb in 2010. Google now says it understands 500 million entities and 3.5 billion attributes and connections. When users search for a term that triggers the Knowledge Graph, they’ll see a box of information on the right-hand side of the search results page. The boxes contain all… -
iPhone Engineer and Gmail Designer Team Up on Electric Imp to Connect Devices
16 May 2012 | 12:00 pmA new start-up called Electric Imp promises to turn almost any product into a connected device with the addition of a tiny card in a slot. Former iPhone engineering manager Hugo Fiennes, former Gmail designer Kevin Fox and long-time firmware engineer Peter Hartley co-founded the start-up, which is intended to help users monitor, control and get alerted by their devices. Electric Imp founders Peter Hartley, Hugo Fiennes and Kevin Fox Some potential applications are a laundry machine that texts a user when the wash is done or a power charger that turns on when the price of electricity goes… -
iSwifter's New App Brings All Flash-Based Facebook Games to the iPad
16 May 2012 | 11:55 amMost games on Facebook are built using Adobe Flash, and therefore don’t work on the iPad. While Facebook is slowly working out the kinks to bring more games to mobile, there’s a small company in Menlo Park, Calif., that has beat them to it. ISwifter is announcing a new iPad app today called theWorx for Facebook, which gives users the full Facebook experience — social games and all. That means users can check their crops, maintain their cities and feed their fish without having to boot up their computer. A small company of 20 employees, iSwifter is almost entirely… -
Exclusive: Groupon Hires Amazonian as VP of Engineering, Opens Seattle Office
16 May 2012 | 11:45 amVinayak Hegde is the latest Amazon executive to join Groupon as its new VP of Engineering. The Chicago-based daily deals company expects to announce his appointment later this afternoon. Hegde will be based in Seattle, overseeing the company’s marketing technology expansion, and will also be in charge of opening a new 20-person office here. At Amazon, Hegde spent six years managing payments, and another six years heading up several business units, including social networking, email and browser teams. He also ran Amazon’s “Traffic Systems” group, which works on…
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Privacy Is Important But What’s Wrong With Letting People Share?
15 May 2012 | 12:13 pmby Larry Magid This article first appeared in the San Jose Mercury News There has been a lot of debate and hand wringing over whether the Internet and social media have redefined “privacy,” but while the Internet makes it easier to share, it doesn’t force us to share. It’s a matter of making choices and balancing the benefits of sharing with the risks, whether significant or trivial. Recently, Consumer Reports made a big deal out of millions of people using Facebook’s ”Like” button to publicly acknowledge their interest in pages about medical… -
Understanding Facebook’s New Privacy Policy
11 May 2012 | 5:38 pmFacebook has made some changes to what it calls its “data use policy,” which is essentially the same as its privacy policy. The company has also added a ”Facebook Terms and Policies” hub that serves as a central landing page for all of Facebook’s policies, including a link to its Data Use Policy. Facebook also published an ”Explanation of changes,” and posted a track changes document that shows the changes with additions and deleted text highlighted in red. The company’s data use policy document has little light bulbs to highlight… -
Facebook and Child Porn
8 May 2012 | 4:52 pmFacebook, like all sites with user content, has had to battle against people using the service to post and distribute illegal child pornography. In my CNET News post, I try to put the issue in perspective and quote law enforcement experts and the President of the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children who say it’s an Internet-wide problem. Read the post here Listen to Larry Magid and Nat’l Center for Missing & Exploited Children President Ernie Allen (1 minute CBS News segment on subject with Ernie Allen, President of the National Center for Missing &… -
It’s time for technology to disrupt education
7 May 2012 | 1:45 amThis column first appeared in the San Jose Mercury News by Larry Magid A few days ago, I attended Imagine K12‘s “demo day” where a group of startups in the education space pitched their companies to potential funders. As I sat and listened to these mostly young entrepreneurs, I wondered which ones might disrupt education just as technology has changed other industries such as the music and newspaper businesses. While public K-12 schools are free and parents sometimes have a choice of where to send their child (including home schooling), education is one product families… -
Use Your Phone To Find Your Keys and Vice Versa
1 May 2012 | 4:38 pmCobra Tag lets you find your key chain with your phone and your phone with your key chian I have a key fob or “clicker” as most people call them, that helps me find my car in a parking lot by beeping the horn but I’ve often wished it were the other way around. Although I do rely on that fob from time to time to find my car, I’m more likely to misplace my keys than my car. It usually happens at home. The good news is that I’m usually pretty sure they’re around somewhere, but the bad news is that I’m always tearing around the house in a panic until I find them. I also occasionally…
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Edgar Wright hopes to film both The World’s End and Ant-Man this year
16 May 2012 | 1:35 pmDirector Edgar Wright has tentatively expressed interest in directing both his long-anticipated Ant-Man adaptation and his latest Simon Pegg/Nick Frost collaboration as soon as possible. -
Halo 4 to offer weekly multiplayer ‘episodic adventures’ and more
16 May 2012 | 1:27 pmMicrosoft and 343 Industries’ Halo 4 announce the “Halo Infinity Multiplayer,” a new online hub that will feature weekly content updates, plus more multiplayer details. -
Best Electric Cars: A roundup of all EVs out now and coming soon
16 May 2012 | 1:15 pmWith electric cars slowly becoming more commonplace on the roads, we've gone ahead and compiled a comprehensive roundup of all the best electric cars that are available now or rolling out soon. -
THQ dropping Ninja Gaiden creator’s third-person shooter, Devil’s Third
16 May 2012 | 1:15 pmTwo years on from its E3 debut, Devil's Third is in development limbo as publisher THQ looks to drop the game due to its "profitability profile." -
Aaron Sorkin agrees to write screenplay for Sony’s Steve Jobs flick
16 May 2012 | 1:00 pmAaron Sorkin, writer of The Social Network, has been hired by Sony Pictures to pen the screenplay for its upcoming movie about late Apple CEO Steve Jobs.
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The next iPhone will have a 4-inch display
16 May 2012 | 12:47 pmThis morning The Wall Street Journal is reporting that the next Apple iPhone will prominently feature a display that's "at least 4-inches diagonally." additionally, the device is set to go into production next month. The result? Approximately a 30% increase in viewing area on the iPhone. WSJ goes on to report that Apple will tap Sharp, Japan Display Inc., and LG Display as the suppliers for the displays. We've been hearing that the new iPhone would have a 4-inch display for a while now, but when The Journal reports it with confidence, you've gotta take notice. This is a welcome… -
Avengers Assemble Links!
16 May 2012 | 12:41 pmBecause we're all about The Avengers 24/7/365, here are a bunch of nice Avengers links that haven't been abused too much by the internets. Assemble! My pal, the comics historian Peter Sanderson, takes a look at The Avengers. The money quote: “That climactic battle between the Avengers and Loki’s invading forces, in the heart of New York City, captured the fantastic spectacle and visceral excitement that the superhero genre can create more fully than I had ever imagined seeing in a live action film.” Tags: Avengers Assemble Links! originally appeared on Comix 411 on… -
Comic Book Jobs: ReedPOP
16 May 2012 | 12:38 pmWe live in a world where there’s almost a comic book convention every weekend. (And some smartypants producer should put together a reality show based around that.) One of the biggest and best convention organizers is Reed Exhibitions. Their ReedPOP division puts on the New York Comic Con, The Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo, PAX, Star Wars Celebration, The UFC Fan Expo, and “other events in the pop culture world.” Now they’re looking for a Digital Sales Executive. This is a sales job and you’ll be expected to sell “the ad inventory across… -
Halo 4 Limited Edition details announced
16 May 2012 | 12:11 pmThe release date of Halo 4 is quickly approaching, as November 6 is less than six months away. Today Microsoft announced the Halo 4 Limited Edition, a $99.99 bundle that beings Halo fans a ton of extras: War Games Map Pack Access – The Limited Edition includes access to nine maps – three future competitive multiplayer map packs, each including three locations, available for download post-launch on Xbox LIVE. Specializations – Receive early access to six Specializations, available at launch on Xbox LIVE, to achieve higher ranks in your Spartan career. In addition to gaining… -
HTC EVO 4G LTE, One X delayed indefinitely in customs due to Apple patent infringement
16 May 2012 | 11:00 amWhoa! It looks like two major HTC devices have just been indefinitely delayed at United States Customs for an investigation due to an Apple patent infringement. If you were ready to pick up the HTC One X or HTC EVO 4G LTE on day one, you've got a wait ahead of you: "The US availability of the HTC One X and HTC EVO 4G LTE has been delayed due to a standard U.S. Customs review of shipments that is required after an ITC exclusion order. We believe we are in compliance with the ruling and HTC is working closely with Customs to secure approval." While HTC is putting on the smiley face for the…
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HP Sized Up Sun as a Technology Gold Mine
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The Ellison Files: Oracle Strikes Back
16 May 2012 | 5:09 amNew court documents in the Oracle v. HP brawl suggest the latter misled customers and partners -
Is Google+ a Ghost Town, and Does It Matter?
16 May 2012 | 5:07 amA new study suggests that Google's social network is a virtual ghost town, where user engagement is rapidly waning -
Hospitals Seek Startups to Cure Tech Ills
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The Chocolate Machine That Can Improve Your Willpower
11 May 2012 | 5:01 amEach chocolate you put back instead of eating is like a set of sit-ups for your self-control
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This is why people want tablet mode on their phones
16 May 2012 | 11:33 amWe've mentioned tablet mode ROMs in the past. These are custom ROMs that essentially turn a phone into a tiny tablet by manipulating its virtual PPI to make the OS think it's running on a tablet. I've seen this on a whole range of devices, even my own Galaxy S II, and it's becoming an increasingly popular way of customizing a device. The reason for this recent trend is actually quite simple: the phone version of Android no longer fits with a lot of devices. Android was originally developed for what we once considered large screens. The T-Mobile G1 had a 320 x 480 3.2-inch screen after all,… -
How does T-Mobile's "4G" network perform on the HTC One S?
15 May 2012 | 8:00 pmAfter almost a month with my HTC One S, I realize that I've neglected to tell you about one of the most important features of the phone: its network connection. Sure, I've already talked about how much I love T-Mobile's $30 4G plan, but is the network up to par? Two words: Yes, and no. Or aternately, "it depends." Before I get started, I should mention that when it comes to AT&T's and T-Mobile's HSPA+ networks, there are two camps: one that insists this network technology is actually 3G (or 3.5G), and wants these companies to stop lying to their customers; and another that doesn't really… -
From the DIY drawer: iOS/Android lapel microphone
15 May 2012 | 6:28 pmWhen I first started doing screencasts - videos of the screen recorded using the same device - I quickly discovered that the built in mics wouldn't do it. The problem with recording audio with a built in mic on a device you're tapping the screen on is that the mic will pick up every single tap and make it sound like there's an earthquake or something. The solution to this problem came about in probably less than 5 minutes, but has been working ever since. I found a wired headset that came with either my Galaxy S II or Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus (not sure which at this point), cut off the… -
Screen wars: The HTC One S vs the HTC One X
15 May 2012 | 10:57 amA few weeks ago on Nothing But Tablets, Aaron took a closer look at the LCD IPS screen on the Kindle Fire and the Super AMOLED display on the Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7. Basically, he concluded that the LCD screen was a bit brighter, with purer whites, while the AMOLED screen won in terms of color and overall clarity. Andreas later offered his thoughts on the iPad 3's retina display versus other AMOLED devices, so I thought I'd use this opportunity to take a closer look at the screens on the top two phones in the HTC One Series: the HTC One S and One X. As you may know by now, the One S sports a… -
PS3 Keypad works with other devices
15 May 2012 | 10:48 amIf you have an iPhone, getting a keyboard case is easy. If you have any other phone....not so much. There are plenty of cheap, phone-sized keyboards out there, but I've tried those and the rubber buttons are not good for typing on. There is however a tiny Bluetooth keyboard out there of higher quality, one that you could probably head out the door right now and locate rather quickly: the Sony PS3 Keypad. That keypad is pretty cheap these days, and being an official accessory it's available in most game stores and other places that sell PS3 equipment. It's designed to connect to a PS3 and…
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GadgeTell Review: DecalGirl Skins, protection for your gadgets
16 May 2012 | 1:12 pmWhat is being reviewed?Up for review today are a pair of skins from DecalGirl. DecalGirl offers skins for a wide variety of devices including notebooks, tablets, phones, game devices, ereaders and more. In this case, we are getting to check out a matte finish skin for the MacBook Air and a glossy finish skin for the iPad. The DecalGirl skins range in price depending on what you are looking to protect. Just to give an example, the Composition skin (in matte) for the MacBook Air will set you back $24.99 and the Tree of Books skin (in glossy) for the iPad will set you back $19.99.Disclaimer:… -
Macbook Pro update rumors – SSD, Retina Display, Ivy Bridge, USB 3.0
16 May 2012 | 12:01 pmRumors and speculation regarding the updates to Apple’s line of Macbook Pro laptops continue to builds up as the inevitable refresh of Apple Macbook line starts getting closer. Some believe that Apple will eliminate the 17 inch model from their line up. Others believe that Apple will consolidate their line entirely blurring the line between the Macbook Air line and the Pro line. A completely redesigned exterior, complete with eliminated ports and a much slimmer case is also making the rumor rounds. Here is a consolidated list of rumors:1. Retina Display: ABC News is reporting that Apple… -
HTC EVO 4G LTE will reportedly miss its scheduled launch on Friday due to U.S Customs delay
16 May 2012 | 11:46 amRecent patent violations of the HTC EVO 4G LTE are causing an ITC review for the device and the HTC One X before it can be sold legally in the United States. The news of the delay was recently announced by HTC a couple of days ago, but now the WSJ is reporting that the EVO 4G LTE will miss its scheduled launch on Friday, May 18. Sprint has yet to officially confirm this information, but seeing as U.S. Customs has the shipment of the EVO 4G LTE on lockdown, I doubt it will sell on time.In addition, the HTC One X for AT&T has recently been plagued by an out of stock notice online. The… -
HTC One S coming to Telus on May 17 for $569.99 sans contract
16 May 2012 | 10:51 amTelus Canada is about to bring in a new Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich smartphone starting May 17. This is the new HTC One S which shall be up for grabs for as low as $99.99 with a new 3-year contract agreement. If you don’t want to get tied up with a 3-year contract, Telus is also giving you a chance to own this smartphone contract-free, provided that you’re willing to pay $569.99. You can also opt to get the phone with 2-year contract for $469.99 or 1-year contract for $519.99. Is the price of the contract-less deal worth your bucks? You decide with these given features of the… -
Facebook co-founder renounces citizenship to avoid taxes
16 May 2012 | 9:40 amFacebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin has given up his U.S. citizenship and moved to Singapore, all in the name of avoiding taxes. Saverin, who received a share of the social network after a court fight, is expected to receive several billion dollars once Facebook goes public. He was born in Brazil but moved to the U.S. as a child. Now he’s given up that citizenship so he won’t have to pay as much taxes on his fortune.Critics are denouncing his actions calling them shady, ungrateful and reprehensible. How do you feel? Do you think what he did was wrong, or do you have no problem…
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Band Discovers the Stupidest Way To Avoid Ticketmaster Fees [Bad Ideas]
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Watch How Video Game Special Ops Tech Works in Real Life [Video]
16 May 2012 | 1:10 pmVideo games like Ghost Recon and Modern Warfare are stuffed full of awesome future tech. But how much of it can actually be replicated in the field today, and what does it actually look like? Richard Ryan from Rated RR took thermal weapons and imagers from Ghost Recon: Future Soldier for a test drive. The results were, well, there really is nowhere to run or hide. More » -
7-Year-Old Girl's Threat to Parents Is Cute In a Psychopath Kind of Way [Wtf]
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The Best Chatbot in the World Is Still Awful [Chatbots]
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The Electronics Lab Hidden in a Kitchen Pantry [Where The Magic Happens]
16 May 2012 | 12:40 pm
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Wired: Gadgets
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Oracle Goes for Broke in Court Battle With Google
15 May 2012 | 8:39 pmOracle has made an all-or-next-to-nothing bet in its ongoing court battle with Google. On Tuesday, Oracle said that if Judge William Alsup rules that the Java APIs are not subject to copyright, it will not seek extensive damages from Google for infringing copyrights related to other parts of the Java platform. The move came after a stern rebuke from Alsup, who accused Oracle of going on a "fishing expedition" for damages beyond the standard amount for copyright infringement. -
LG's Quad-Core Optimus Phone Heading to Europe But Not the U.S.
15 May 2012 | 7:37 pmLG's first quad-core smartphone, the Optimus 4X HD, is launching in Europe next month, taking on other four-core flagships such as the HTC One X and the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S III. -
Greenpeacers Cuffed for Landing Giant iPod at Apple HQ
15 May 2012 | 2:17 pmTwo Greenpeace activists were arrested outside of Apple's headquarters in Cupertino, California after staging a protest against the company's use of "unclean" energy in the massive computing facilities that underpin its iCloud service. -
Apple Granted Patent for Steering Wheel Remote Control
15 May 2012 | 1:58 pmIt's rare when an Apple patent passes through the system unnoticed until it's granted, but such is the case with a wireless remote control for a car steering wheel. -
Firefox for Android Preps for Prime Time
15 May 2012 | 11:14 amThe latest Firefox for Android beta is out and shows mobile Firefox nearly ready for a starring role on Android phones and tablets. This release looks different, but underneath the revamped design -- now tailored to the Android platform -- is the same Firefox you know and love.
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Corsair Vengeance K60/M60 and K90/M90 Input Devices
16 May 2012 | 6:00 amDedication. Diligence. Sacrifice. These are the words that describe us here at Hot Hardware, because when we set out to review these Corsair Vengeance gaming keyboards and mice, we sent the family off to bed night after and night and worked deep into the early morning hours. We spent many--many--hours testing, testing, and testing some more,... -
AMD Trinity A10-4600M Processor Review
14 May 2012 | 7:01 pmWe won't burn up too much of your bandwidth setting the stage here. AMD's second-generation Bulldozer core processor microarchitecture, codenamed Piledriver, has made headlines at HotHardware many times in the past few months, including our CES sneak peek of the chip that AMD is launching today for the mobile market, codenamed Trinity. What... -
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670 Reviews, EVGA and Gigabyte
10 May 2012 | 4:00 amWe really dig it when the two big discrete GPU makers are firing on all cylinders. Our workload may increase exponentially as NVIDIA and AMD volley grenades back and forth, but the excitement that’s generated as a result, is a rush for hardware guys like us. And if the overall engagement and comments posted by you all reading this are... -
Dell UltraSharp U3011 30-inch Monitor Review
9 May 2012 | 5:01 amThere are two types of power users on this planet, and they consist of those who use a 30-inch monitor, and those who don't. The latter far outnumber the former, but thanks to a number of factors, this particular digital divide is growing smaller by the day. For one, 30-inch monitors are somewhat more affordable compared to a few years ago,... -
Digital Storm ODE Level 4 System Review
7 May 2012 | 5:15 amHow do you make the experience of buying from a boutique system builder easier than it already is? If you're Digital Storm, you answer that question by offering a line of pre-configured machines that are fully loaded to meet your budget and ready to ship in 72 hours. Not only do you save the time and energy required to build your own system...
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Corsair Vengeance K60 / M60 and K90 / M90 Input Devices
16 May 2012 | 6:55 amCorsair is relatively new to the gaming peripherals market, and the company undoubtedly took its time refining these products before stepping up to compete. The mechanical keyboards are designed to enhance gamers’ performance, with the K60 tailored for First-Person Shooters and the K90 for RTS and MMO gaming, and they’re both built... -
ADATA Introduces 8GB and 16GB XPG DDR3-2133X Dual-Channel Kits
16 May 2012 | 6:02 amADATA announced two new memory kits in its XPG Xtreme Series designed for high performance, long life, and overclocking capabilities. Available in capacities of 8GB (4GB x 2) and 16GB (8GB x 2), the dual-channel DDR3-2133X kits boast 34.1GB of predicted bandwidth per second and sport operating voltages of 1.65V with 10-11-11-30 latency settings.... -
HTC's Phone Shipment Delay in the U.S. Underscores Why Patent Disputes Suck for Consumers
16 May 2012 | 4:00 amHey, are you excited about the launch of HTC's One X and want to purchase one? Tough cookies if you live the U.S.. Sales of the new phone are being held up because of a required customs review after HTC was on the losing end of a patent dispute with Apple last year. The same thing applies to HTC's EVO 4G LTE smartphone; it's also delayed.... -
AVAST Scores VB100 Award from Virus Bulletin, Stares Down Malware
16 May 2012 | 3:30 amAnyone who's been playing with PCs for awhile has probably heard of AVAST Software, makers of the self-titled and popular free antivirus software heralding from the Czech Republic. AVAST is generally considered one of the 'good guys' in the fight against malware, and given the company's track record, it's no surprise that it's avast! Free... -
Corsair Tweaks GS Series Power Supply Line, Achieves 80 Plus Bronze Certification
16 May 2012 | 3:00 amIf it's been awhile since you last glanced Corsair's GS Series power supply line, you may want to give it a second look. Now new and improved, Corsair enhanced the GS Series family with a more energy efficient design, earning an 80 Plus Bronze certification in the process. In addition, Corsair claims the redesigned PSUs provide quieter, fanless...
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Pogue's Posts
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How Compatible Are Rival E-Readers?
10 May 2012 | 12:31 pmCan you move one kind of e-reader e-book to another kind of e-reader? Readers respond to David Pogue's recent review of the Barnes & Noble Nook Simple Touch with GlowLight and he gives his replies. -
The Prius V and Its Entune System
3 May 2012 | 2:19 pmThe Prius V is the first Toyota to incorporate a new electronics system, which a new owner found to be a boon. -
Zipping Through Airport Security
27 Apr 2012 | 7:20 amDavid Pogue reviews the TSA PreCheck program, a streamlined security system that is being tested with three airlines (American, Delta and Alaska) at 12 airports. -
Tone-Deaf Lawyers Jeopardize the Draw Something Game
26 Apr 2012 | 1:46 pmO.K., software industry, you've been put on notice: Nowadays, there's more to it than design, features and marketing. Sometimes, the success of your app can ride on the wording and placement of a single dialog box. -
There Is a Lot of Big Tech News
12 Apr 2012 | 1:06 pmDavid Pogue expresses his thoughts on the flurry of tech news of the past week.
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Gear Diary
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The Line Between Writing As a Business and Writing As an Art
16 May 2012 | 11:15 am(image courtesy Seattle organic seo) Publishing has had a rough year, and it is only May! The Department of Justice lawsuit, Barnes and Noble is splitting digital and paper into different companies, and it seems like mainstream media has put a death clock on bookstores. Plus ebooks have hosed the “traditional” model of book selling: what used to be a yearlong process of hardcover to paperback to mass market is now hardcover/ebook to paperback. The entire business model is in flux, and it’s impacting authors and publishers. Unfortunately, in an idea that must have been… -
When is a ROM Update a Official Update? The Verizon Galaxy Nexus Edition
16 May 2012 | 11:00 amAs a Verizon Galaxy Nexus owner for merely a month, one thing that I have learned is that you can not expect to have the update from Google at the same time as the GSM version. Here I sit one month in, and it’s been five months since the launch of the phone on Verizon … and I still have Android 4.0.2. Why? Funny you should ask. I have too. In February, there were many posts about the Verizon version of the phone “losing” it’s developer phone status. Many of the posts were quickly updated as Google stated that it is still a developer phone, and that they… -
Waterfield Designs’ CitySlicker Brings Style and Minimalist Protection to Your MacBook Air
15 May 2012 | 7:46 pmIf you are going to have something as thin and light as a MacBook Air, then why in the world would you carry it in a big bulky bag? You wouldn’t, and with Waterfield’s new CitySlicker, you don’t have to. The CitySlicker is a “Slim, Modern Case for the MacBook Air” that provides 3-layers of protection for the MBA while maintaining the thin, light look and feel of the diminutive laptop. As Gary Waterfield, company founder, explains, The MacBook Air is unbelievably thin, and we wanted to enhance that look rather than detract from it. The challenge was to design… -
Hakuoki: Demon of the Fleeting Blossom for PSP Review
15 May 2012 | 3:30 pmThis “visual novel” provides a very unique, narrative experience from Japan where choose-your-own-adventure-type choices rule over button mashing gameplay. The Hype Japan’s Edo Period was drawing to a close. The shogunate, who’d held power in the country for more than 200 years, found itself challenged by the imperial court, and by several domains who had chaffed under shogunal rule. In this midst of this political unrest, an organization rose to prominence: the Shinsengumi. Originally formed to protect the street of Kyoto from dangerous ronin, they came to represent the last,… -
Who Doesn’t Want the Best Seat in the House? A Contest
15 May 2012 | 3:16 pmThis post brought to you by Pep Boys. All opinions are 100% mine. Who doesn’t love a good contest? Pep Boys is running one, and even the name seems pretty neat- “The Best Seat in the House” Sweepstakes. You can enter on Facebook for the chance to win a VIP Race Day Experience with Penske Racing’s No. 22 Shell-Pennzoil team in Pennsylvania on August 5, 2012! How cool is that? What’s in the grand prize? The Grand Prize winner will get travel and accommodations to the race, VIP credentials for extra access, a guided tour of Pit Road and “the best seats in the…
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Lifehacker: Gadgets
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Checkbox Syndrome: Why We Spend Money on Things We Don't Need (and How to Avoid It)
15 May 2012 | 6:00 amMore » -
Most Popular Fitness Tracking Appliance: Your Smartphone
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Five Best Fitness Tracking Appliances
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Best Fitness Tracking Appliance?
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Top 10 Highly-Desired Skills You Can Teach Yourself
28 Apr 2012 | 10:00 amMore »
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Craziest Gadgets
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Rearview Camera for Bicycles
16 May 2012 | 12:32 pmAdd an extra measure of safety to your bike with a Bicycle Rearview Camera. This camera system mounts to the bicycle’s seat post with a 3.5 inch monitor that mounts on the handlebars. See vehicles approaching from the rear without turning around. The monitor has a quick release mechanism to remove it for charging- it gets 10 hours of operation from a 2 hour charge. The camera’s red LEDs even flash during low-light conditions to provide extra visibility to traffic. Everything is vibration and weather resistant. Be safe out there!Rearview Camera for Bicycles -
Desktop Finger Hockey Set
14 May 2012 | 1:31 pmHow fun is this? Play a mini game of ice hockey anywhere with a Desktop Finger Hockey Set. If you’ve ever tried to play hockey in the summer in your office conference room, you know that it’s virtually impossible (plus those plate glass windows do not hold up well to slapshots from the blue line- trust me!) So you can now play at your desk and nobody gets hurt. Comes with a miniature ice hockey rink to put on the desk, a goal, puck, two hockey sticks and a pair of finger goalie pads. Kick save! At under $9, this one won’t send you to the penalty box… -
Solar Powered Garden Alarm Scares Animals Away
14 May 2012 | 1:08 pmKeep unwanted animals out of your garden with a Solar Powered Garden Sentry. This stake mounted alarm detects motion via a pair of motion sensors. When a deer, raccoon, heron, rabbit, or wandering pet is detected a 115db chime or siren goes off and a red LED light flashes to scare off the intruder. There’s even a remote control to disable and reset the alarm. Keep your flowers beds, ponds and vegetable gardens intact in your yard this summer. It could probably work to scare off human intruders too, to some extent. $99.95 from Hammacher.Solar Powered Garden Alarm Scares Animals Away -
Shopping Bag Converts to Safety Helmet
14 May 2012 | 12:29 pmOur always on the ball WTF Department has brought to our attention an eco-friendly shopping bag that converts to a safety helmet. It’s from Japan (where else?) and it’s called “The Grappa“. The bottom of the bag has a helmet hardened plastic piece in there to protect your head against falling objects such as in an earthquake or food fight. Here’s a five step instructional diagram to show you how to place a bag on your head: For your own safety, we highly recommend that you remove any items you already have in the bag before placing on your head. You’re… -
Flying Hovercraft FTW
11 May 2012 | 1:20 pmAnyone got a spare $190,000 they can give me so I can buy a Flying Hovercraft from Hammacher? I’ll give you a ride in it. This hovercraft not only glides over land and water like the regular hovercrafts you probably already have sitting in your garage, but it can also soar up to 50′ in the air thanks to wings. Fly right over your buddies in their old outdated ride-on-the-water-only hovercrafts. It’s the new style… 4 and 3 and 2 and 1… After a ride in that, I typically go for a martini- shaken, not stirred. The Flying Hovercraft can hold up to 600lbs of passengers…
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Gadizmo.com
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Geek Weekly: Build Life-Size Avengers Props with LEGOs!
16 May 2012 | 12:30 pmThis week starts the newest reoccurring section at Gadizmo, Geek Weekly, and to celebrate the triumphant start to nerdism and pure unadulterated fun, we’d like to kick off the event by taking a look at life-sized LEGO Avengers props! A full scale Captain America shield blazoned with a blue encased white star and surrounded by the US of A’s red and white stripes can be yours! [Flickr] Just take your time and pull out a boatload of red, white, and blue Legos like Ken Robichaud did (over at his LEGO themed Flickr account buriedbybrick), and get busy. Much of the fun that LEGOs offers kids… -
In Nevada, Car Drives You!
11 May 2012 | 5:35 pmThe army has pilotless planes and now Google has created a driverless Toyota Prius. In actuality, the idea of autonomous cars has been around since 1939 with the first robotic car introduced in 1980. It hasn’t been until recently that the technology has really caught up to make autonomous cars a reality. Google is the first developer, however, whose car has received a state driver’s license. The car was tested on the highways and neighborhoods of Carson City and Las Vegas and is controlled by computers processing a combination of mapping data, radar, laser sensors and video feeds. -
New Balance’s All Around Barefoot NewSky Made From Recycled Plastic Bottles
9 May 2012 | 1:21 pmNew Balance makes strides toward becoming the kings of bare-footwear with an everyday, all around NewSky shoe made from recycled products. And it is comfy! The heavily touted Minimus features the same sock-like liner made to endure bare feet as the NewSky, but this lighter shoe is not a runner (unlike most of New Balance’s specialties, folks). The NewSky shoes are specifically meant for normal everyday walking and living with barefoot goodness and it only weighs upwards of 4 ounces and change, as its crafted using 73 percent less material than the average New Balance running shoe. And damn… -
Robots That Live and Die
7 May 2012 | 2:43 pmWe seem to think that the great thing about robots is that they’ll be around forever and that they’ll just need the occasional tune up, but that’s precisely the problem with robots. They need to be maintained constantly and retrieved should they be used in the field as they are neither non-toxic nor biodegradable. Enter Dr. Jonathan Rossiter with the solution. Rossiter is no stranger to biological robots, in fact he has created robots (EcoBots) that contain a microbial fuel cell that mimics actual digestion and can process things like fruit instead of running off things like… -
AppGear’s Foam Fighters Brings Flying to Tablets and iPhones
2 May 2012 | 3:44 pmThe “Foam Fighters” video game combines two expertly crafted and air-worthy foam airplanes with a realistic and incredibly fun WWII-like flying simulator App. The package might say ages 9+, but my six-year-old niece craves this game, and I greatly enjoy it (being a bit older than six myself). AppGear has been combining free Apps – that are adept at their game’s purpose, such as flying and fighting in this case – with props that function as fun add-ons that stick via a suction cup to the tablet or smart phone the players are using. And I cannot understate this: having a WWII fighter…
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Tech - Baig
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Microsoft's Bing gets a new look, offers new functions
15 May 2012 | 8:59 pmMicrosoft is overhauling Bing to make its online search engine more social. -
Dish's Auto Hop skips commercials in recorded shows
9 May 2012 | 9:00 pmDish's Auto Hop will let you play certain recorded shows seamlessly without any of the commercials. -
OnStar is responsive, convenient even as stand-alone product
9 May 2012 | 5:59 amGM offers special pricing through Father's Day to those who don't own a GM or have an older, incompatible model. -
Big Jambox, Bose SoundLink put new spin on old boombox
1 May 2012 | 5:33 pmWireless Bluetooth speaker Big Jambox stacks up well against similarly priced Bose rival. -
LinkedIn launches iPad app
25 Apr 2012 | 11:00 pmMobile apps are the social network's fastest growing segment.
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Geek.com
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Kylo browser for HDTVs goes open source
16 May 2012 | 12:23 pmIt’s quite likely that you’ve never heard of Kylo, but the big-screen browser made by Hillcrest Labs has been providing a great living room surfing experience for more than two years. Now, the company has announced that they’re open sourcing Kylo under the Mozilla Public License (MPL 2.0). Going open is a logical move by [...] -
The used game problem
16 May 2012 | 11:26 amUsed games are a contentious issue for almost everyone. Gamers loathe seeing their trade-ins being resold for several times what they received, but find it hard to pass up a new title for $10 off the retail price, or a bargain bin where some rare gem might be hiding between copies of Gun and things [...] -
HTC Ville C specs leaked
16 May 2012 | 10:25 amJust days ago, HTC outed the humble-but-attractive Desire C, one of their first truly low-end devices revealed since CEO Peter Chou said the days of pumping out handset after handset were over. The company has certainly turned back the dial slightly on launches so far in 2012 — but we’ve already seen the One X, [...] -
WSJ: 2012 iPhone will have at least a 4-inch display
16 May 2012 | 9:28 amWhen the 6th generation iPhone launches — probably some time this year — there is a good chance that it will have a larger display. The Wall Street Journal reports that Apple has started to order parts for the device, including a display that is larger then the 3.5-inch one that the iPhone has used [...] -
Touchcode aims to kill the QR code with invisible, printed multitouch commands
16 May 2012 | 8:30 amIn a world where mobile technology permeates almost every corner of our culture, there have been many attempts to create novel interaction with our devices and to add value to the experience they offer. Armed with smartphones and tablet devices, consumers are always looking for a new way to interact with technology but have been [...]
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Boing Boing » Gadgets
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The Playstation Vita as a cellphone
16 May 2012 | 9:53 amSony's tiny but powerful pocket game console has 3G, but no phone app. Skype to the rescue. [Ars] -
Comparing gender in Lego minifig heads
16 May 2012 | 9:02 amFrom the Boing Boing Flickr pool, Maia Weinstock's chart of gender in Lego minifig heads. There's an accompanying blog post, where Weinstock explains: So many of LEGO’s sets today are made in conjunction with a movie or other Hollywood media brand. It’s a win-win for Hollywood producers and LEGO alike. But how many of those brands star girls or women in the lead role? Star Wars? Toy Story? Pirates of the Caribbean? The Lord of the Rings (available in LEGO this summer)? Hermione Grainger is a major character from the Harry Potter series, and there were a fair number of female minifigs… -
History of gendering in Lego
15 May 2012 | 10:50 pmOn Sociological Images, David Pickett is tracing the history of gendering in Lego toys, from the early efforts to produce girl-sets and boy-sets before 1988, to the full-blown gendering watershed attending the release of the Pirates minifigs, which had definite "girl" and "boy" characters. It all went downhill from there, too. He's got two parts posted, with more to come. It's engrossing stuff. This pioneering pirate was the first in a long line of token females in otherwise male-dominated action-centric themes. The imbalanced ratio of masculine to feminine minifigs persists today, though it… -
"Ghosts With Shit Jobs" econopocalypse mockumentary raising money for tour with USB bracelets
15 May 2012 | 10:40 amFilmmaker (and comics creator and novelist and games developer) Jim Munroe is raising money to take his outstanding science fiction feature Ghosts With Shit Jobs on tour. Here's Jim's summary: "In the future, jobs still suck -- but in whole new ways. The economic collapse of the west is complete and North Americans are a cheap labour pool for wealthy Asian and Indian markets. A Chinese documentary show focuses on these unlucky enough to have been born in the slums of Toronto in a special report that translates as 'Ghosts With Shit Jobs'. The lo-fi sci-fi mockumentary feature offers both a… -
Pneumatic ping-pong ball delivery system playfully fires balls into "art environment"
15 May 2012 | 10:00 amr0r0 sez, "Ping Pong Ball Suction Construction is a pneumatic delivery system for ping pong balls as part of an art environment that's actually on display in Lille, France." In Spring/Summer 2012 both guys were invited to create an installation version of Ping Pong Country in Lille’s Gare St. Sauveur. They were a bit tired of doing the same thing for such a long time over and over again, so they asked me to contribute some machinery to the environment in order to make it a bit different in its actual version. I came up with the devilish plan to offer the audience an opportunity for…
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Geekologie - Gadgets, Gizmos, and Awesome
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Here -- Here's A 5-Hour, 35-Minute Diablo 3 Speedrun
16 May 2012 | 1:30 pmThis is a 5-hour, 35-minute speedrun through Diablo 3 performed by a friend of Geekologie reader Newborn (and you can already type? Your parents must be so proud!) and three other players. Have no intentions of ever playing the game? Just take the rest of the afternoon off and watch the video so you can pretend you have. Don't even want to put in that much effort? Just keep reading for the end of game spoilers: all the players go to heaven where they're greeted by big-tittied angels pouring fresh-squeezed lemonade. "You didn't watch it, did you?" F*** no, I'm trying to make it to the bar by… -
Suck It, The Avengers!: A Justice League Movie Poster
16 May 2012 | 12:45 pmNote: Full-size version HERE. This is a mock-up Justice League of America movie poster created by DeviantARTist daniel-morpheus in the style of the 1997 JLA Gallery cover by Frank Quitely, featuring some of the actors who have played the various characters in previous films and shows. It's good, but I'm not sure how I feel about Justin Hartley as Aquaman. He's just not -- what's the word I'm looking for? "Smexy enough." YES. He's just not smexy enough. Also, Green Lantern sucked and they should kill that guy off in the opening credits. Thanks to Wilmersama, who agrees Aquaman should… -
NASA, It's Not For Everyone: Father And Son's Homemade Rocket Explodes In Dad's Face During Separation Test
16 May 2012 | 12:00 pmThis is a video of an aspiring father/son astronaut team testing the computer-controlled booster separation of their homemade rocket. They decided to use six grams of black powder to force the two tubes apart, which, based on the explosive result, may have just been a number picked out of a hat. Also, I love how the weights they use to prevent the rocket from going anywhere are fertilizer bags. I knew the NASA budget cuts were bad, but this is just depressing. I need a drink. "You're drinking one." I know, but now I want two at the same time. Hit the jump for the video, explosion is right… -
Back The Future On A Budget: DeLorean Brand Bicycles
16 May 2012 | 11:00 amWant to travel back in time and go to prom because you never did? You're a waste of a time traveler. But for those of us with serious time-traveling aspirations comes this line of DeLorean brand bicycles. Just add a bike basket, toss a flux capacitor in there, and you'll be killing Hitler faster than he can say, "Mein schwanz ist so groß wie mein Schnurrbart," (My d*ck is as big as my mustache). The bikes will start at *massive spit-take* $5,500 and will be available in three different models for direct sale from their website soon. The only question is, how will we get them up to 88MPH? -
Brutal!: The Nine Circles Of Hell Recreated In LEGO
16 May 2012 | 10:00 amWhat better way to celebrate the demonic released Diablo 3 than with these LEGO recreations of the nine circles of hell by sculptor Mihai Mihu? "I dunno, maybe chugging Redbull and vodkas and actually PLAYING the game while blasting heavy metal?" You know what? You're alright in my book. In another lifetime you and I might have even become friends, but in this lifetime I was born so ugly I can turn people to stone (well, cat turds) so my parents keep me locked away in the basement where my only friend is a loose brick. He says he's gonna bash my brains out. These are the nine circles of hell…
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Cool Tools
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Gantto
16 May 2012 | 9:43 amI am a self-employed writer who publishes a new book every 9 months and primarily works from home. For my first several books I struggled with time management and found I was constantly playing catch-up for the two months before my books were due. Then my engineer husband introduced me to the application he uses at work to organize his projects: Gantto. For my last book I used Gantto to plan out my book publishing process, goals, and the milestones I needed to hit. Early schedule items consisted of writing so many words a week (with milestone markers for finishing a quarter of the book,… -
Rules for Radicals
15 May 2012 | 9:35 amHerein are pragmatic tactics for radicals and wannabe radicals of all stripes. Originally written for hippie revolutionaries in the 1970s, today both Tea Party and Occupy folks are quoting and studying it. The "rules" really work, but they are pretty ruthless. Think of this advice as anti-state Machiavelli. -- KK Rules for Radicals Saul D. Alinsky 1971, 224 pages $11 Available from Amazon Sample Excerpts: I present here a series of rules pertaining to the ethics of means and ends: first, that one's concern with the ethics of means and ends varies inversely with one's personal interest in the… -
Cambridge Quad Notebook
14 May 2012 | 9:16 amHaving just finished a year of math and science heavy coursework, I am confident in stating that the Cambrdige Quad Wirebound Notebook is one of the best tools I've used all year. Notebooks may seem like a silly thing to get worked up about, but having used this day-in and day-out for a year, I can attest that it makes a difference. When I first started looking for a notebook I was astonished by how much variety existed (especially in the world of graph paper), and consequently how much vitriol is generated by crappy notebooks. Everything from paper thickness to perforation was a potential… -
Freesound
11 May 2012 | 12:10 pmThere are sound effects libraries that cost more than a small car, and they're probably worth it to certain kinds of users — like movie studios or audio production houses — but not to me. In search of interesting, appropriately licensed sounds for personal amusement, some google searching led me to Freesound.org, which has many thousands of freely usable, user-contributed sound recordings, all Creative Commons licensed. Some of them are tiny snippets, the audio equivalent of the icons on a computer screen, and some are lengthy field recordings. (Many of the sounds here are purely… -
Big Foot Cargo Bags
10 May 2012 | 9:33 amSome weekend sports outings - climbing, skiing, camping, shooting, etc. often require many, many trips back and forth to the car to load and unload all of the things necessary for the weekend. I counted once and found that I made 8 round trips to the car for all of my backcountry ski gear to bring it back into the house at the end of a weekend. The Big Foot Bag allows me to move everything in one single herculean trip. The "big" in "Big Foot Bag" is not an understatement. I have the *smallest* bag made by this company at 114L and 1.5m long. The *largest* bag they make is 1050L and 3 meters…
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Mobile
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Verizon phasing out unlimited data as customers switch to 4G
16 May 2012 | 12:20 pmUpdated. Verizon Wireless plans to close down the mobile broadband buffet for good, phasing out unlimited plans as customers upgrade from 3G phones to 4G. Verizon CFO Fran Shammo revealed the policy plan change on Wednesday while speaking at a J.P. Morgan conference, saying it must turn off the unlimited spigot as a prerequisite for moving to shared family data plans, FierceWireless reported. Verizon ended unlimited data last summer, but it also grandfathered its old all-you-can-eat customers into their $30 plans in perpetuity. That practice now seems to be ending. Shammo said that Verizon… -
Verizon is now bigger than parent Vodafone
16 May 2012 | 11:14 amChinese and U.S. operators continued to dominate the list of global mobile operators by revenue, according to Wireless Intelligence. China Mobile further solidified its top spot in both subscribers and revenue, but, most surprisingly, Verizon Wireless leapfrogged its corporate parent Vodafone in the fourth quarter in overall revenues. Vodafone is the world’s biggest multi-national operator with 384 million subscribers at the end of 211, while Verizon boasted 109 million connections. But there is a critical difference in the kinds of subscribers they each serve: Verizon focuses on the… -
Mobile app installs rise, but time in apps barely moves
16 May 2012 | 10:39 amOver the past year as more U.S. consumers have adopted smartphones — more than half of the population now uses one — the number of installed applications is up for both Android and iOS devices. Yet the amount of time spent using those applications hasn’t changed much, says Nielsen. In 2011, the average amount of time in apps was 37 minutes per day; a year later, it’s just 39 minutes, indicating that developers might be challenged when it comes to increasing application engagement. The average number of installed applications has jumped to from 32 to 41, which is a 28… -
Appsfire builds a page rank system to score apps
16 May 2012 | 10:19 amApp discovery service Appsfire has been working on helping consumers find quality mobile apps, but it believes it can make the job even simpler. The company on Wednesday is introducing App Scores, a new way of measuring an iPhone app’s worth against simple a Metacritic-like scale. The automated system works constantly throughout the day takes into account dozens of signals and comes up with a number from 1 (bad) to 100 (outstanding) that should help inform people’s download decisions. The system is designed to overcome many of the limitations in discovering apps today. Apps Scores… -
So who got hosed when Facebook bought Lightbox?
16 May 2012 | 9:36 amWhen London-based photo app developer Lightbox announced on Tuesday that its team was joining Facebook, you could almost hear the champagne corks popping. Becoming part of the social Web’s most powerful company? Being moved out to Palo Alto? Joining a company on the brink of a huge IPO? No wonder they were pretty excited. We started Lightbox because we were excited about creating new services built primarily for mobile, especially for the Android and HTML5 platforms, and we’re honored that millions of you have downloaded the Lightbox Photos app and shared your experiences with the…
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Automated Home
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Sonos Dealers Sign NDA - Is This What's Coming Next?
15 May 2012 | 2:05 amIt's almost seven years ago that we first tried the Sonos system and gave it our coveted 'Top Tech' award. Since then it's only grown in our affection and got more affordable too with the latest Play:3. We heard last month that Sonos are going to announce something new to their dealers in the next week or two. So what could it be? Here are some thoughts on what Sonos may have in store for us... -
iRidium Release New Version of KNX Home Automation Software
14 May 2012 | 2:04 amThe guys from iRidium have contacted us with the details on the latest release of their Home Automation software app... -
10 Pairs of Free Tickets for Grand Designs Live London
9 May 2012 | 2:10 amOur friends at Brilliant Living have given us 10 pairs of tickets for Grand Designs Live at ExCel London to give away to Automated Home readers. Tickets normally cost £19 so each winner gets £38 of tickets free... -
Video: Berkeley Ridiculously Automated Dorm (BRAD) [UPDATED]
2 May 2012 | 1:46 pmDuring his freshman year at UC Berkeley, Derek Low set out to create a complete home automation system inside his tiny dorm room. Three months and several hundred dollars later, 'BRAD' (Berkeley Ridiculously Automated Dorm) has been completed. Check out the video below...6x1GkgbVP1I -
CEDIA launches Industry App
26 Apr 2012 | 5:27 amCEDIA (Custom Electronic and Design Installation Association) has introduced its one of a kind, new smartphone app, providing a platform for industry professionals globally to connect, gain valuable information on the go and improve their business...
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Crave
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Lenovo dumps classic keyboard on new ThinkPad laptops
16 May 2012 | 11:35 amNo more classic-style keyboard with the new Lenovo T-Series ThinkPads. (Credit: Lenovo) Those of you who loved Lenovo's classic-style laptop keyboards can wave bye-bye to them. With the new 2012 T-series ThinkPads, Lenovo has put the final nail in the coffin of the classic keyboard once made popular by IBM. Lenovo stuck with the classic keyboard for the current T420, T420S, and T520. But the new ThinkPad T430, T430s, and T530 due to launch early next month have been overhauled with the island-style keyboards that seem to be hitting almost every laptop these days. The company had already… -
Hangers with 'like' counts let Facebook dictate fashion
16 May 2012 | 11:09 amFacebook likes this jacket quite a bit. (Credit: C&A) Why trust your own questionable fashion instincts when you can trust the questionable fashion instincts of everybody on Facebook? Brazilian retailer C&A has special clothes hangers that show how many likes each look has collected from the social-media community. The counters built into each hanger, which are networked, update in real time to reflect the input of C&A's Facebook fans voting with their virtual thumbs on photos of each clothing item. C&A calls the system "Fashion Like." Related stories Paging Mr. Zuckerberg: Pinstripe hoodie… -
Kodak sticks with consumer printing, unveils ESP 3.2 all-in-one device
16 May 2012 | 9:56 amKodak ESP 3.2 (Credit: Kodak) The Kodak ESP line is meant for budding photographers and families that need a simple device to output family photos, collages, and personalized photo snapshots. The latest 3.2 all-in-one delivers print, copy, and scan functionality in a compact frame that still gives creatives access to a 2.4-inch color screen that accepts light photo edits. You can set up the ESP 3.2 using a direct-USB connection, but doing it wireless gives you more access to the printer's cloud capabilities by way of Google Cloud Print and Kodak's own e-mail printing service. You'll need a… -
Microsoft Store trims Xbox 360 price by $50
16 May 2012 | 8:51 am(Credit: Screenshot by Lance Whitney/CNET) Gamers in the market for an Xbox 360 will find a deal waiting for them at the online Microsoft Store. The Xbox 360 250GB console is now on sale for $249.99, a full $50 off the usual price. This console offers 250GB of space on a removable hard drive, the usual wireless controller, a black headset, and a one-month subscription to Xbox Live Gold. Buyers can also add a 12-month Xbox Live Gold membership for $44.99, $15 off the regular price. Those of you willing to cough up more cash can get the Xbox 360 250 GB Kinect Holiday Bundle for $349.99, down… -
Apple orders 4-inch iPhone screens, says report
16 May 2012 | 7:06 amIs the next iPhone due for a 4-inch screen? (Credit: Apple) Will the next iPhone actually sport a larger screen? A new report from the Wall Street Journal suggests it will. Citing "people familiar with the situation," the Journal said today that Apple has been tapping into its suppliers for screens larger than the ones used in the current iPhone. The new screens are at least 4 inches, compared with the 3.5-inch displays used on the phone since its debut in 2007. Assuming the sources are on the money, production of the screens could rev up next month, the Journal added. The most recent reports…
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Uncrate
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Maker's Mark Cigars
16 May 2012 | 1:25 pmFine cigars go great with bourbon — but what about a bourbon cigar? As it turns out, they're pretty great too. Maker's Mark Cigars ($8-$11) are made from long-leaf tobacco...Visit Uncrate for the full post. -
Yankee Man Candles
15 May 2012 | 3:00 pmYou know the Yankee Candle store — it's that spot in the mall that bombards you with the smell of flowers, baked goods, and seaside goodness in such a way...Visit Uncrate for the full post. -
Smart Dot
15 May 2012 | 2:39 pmAnd here you thought laser pointers were dead. The Smart Dot ($80) is a tiny, aluminum, headphone port-mounted laser pointer for your iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad (!) that's powered...Visit Uncrate for the full post. -
Alexander Olch Father's Day Matching Sets
15 May 2012 | 11:47 amMake sure you and your progeny look as spiffy as possible this June 17 with these Alexander Olch Father's Day Matching Sets ($185). Although you have to order them separately...Visit Uncrate for the full post. -
Joey Roth Compass
15 May 2012 | 10:17 amMost of the wearable compasses we've seen lately have been integrated into watches — which makes this Joey Roth Compass ($75) a nice change of pace. Built around the Francis...Visit Uncrate for the full post.
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CoolBusinessIdeas.com
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Lazy Football Chair
16 May 2012 | 11:00 amDesigned by Emanuele Magini for Campeggi, it’s just a simple chair with net wrapped around the legs. While dead easy, that little tweak just turned the chair into a proper goal — one that I’m optimistic can make for hours of fun (and broken stuff) with a soccer ball and lots of imagination. Presented at the Milan Design Week 2012, the Lazy Football Chair is made from metal and dressed in plain white paint. The distance between the front legs of the chair has been widened to accommodate the encouraged gameplay, with a metal base connecting all of the legs for increased… -
Holographic Chat
16 May 2012 | 3:09 amAs useful as Google Hangouts and Skype are for staying in touch, the screens that divide people while chatting remain a barrier to intimate conversation. Getting us one step closer to more realistically imitating the familiarity of an in-person encounter, researchers at Queen’s University have invented a life-sized, 3-D video conferencing pod that enables users to see the person with whom they are talking in holographic form. The rendering is so life-like, it’s almost as if the participants are chatting together on a street corner. The device’s cylindrical body is irrefutably unsightly… -
Closet Marketplace
16 May 2012 | 1:57 amThreadflip is pioneering a new social shopping experience by offering women a simple way to convert their closets into a dynamic boutique-like experience, connecting buyers with sellers, and capturing the collaborative energy of shopping with friends. Essentially, it is a social marketplace for buying, selling, and discovering new, unique, and pre-loved fashion. With a few clicks, users can upload images of pieces straight from their closet, and sell clothing, shoes, bags, and jewelry they no longer wear, creating a treasure trove of thousands of new pieces every day. -
In Case of Emergency, Eat This Survival Guide
16 May 2012 | 12:20 amAfter you’ve foolishly walked away from your Land Rover to explore a mirage in the Arabian desert, you’ve found yourself lost. What to do? Thank goodness for this survival guide that explains how to keep yourself alive with tips on dealing with scorching temperatures, building shelters, lighting a fire and so on. The best thing is: you can eat the book! Actually the whole thing is a clever ad campaign by Y&R Dubai ad agency for Land Rover: Y&R Dubai researched every indigenous animal and plant, people could encounter in the Arabian Desert and how they could be used to… -
Sleek Futuristic Coffee Maker
15 May 2012 | 1:51 amRedefining simplicity, the sleek, ceramic MEM-COFFEE maker is devoid of distracting buttons and panels. When turned on, the minimalistic machine’s laser-projected interface appears to brew the perfect cup o’ joe. Users make their selections by tapping the touch-activated icons that light up on the adjacent countertop, similar to a Bluetooth laser keyboard. The designers of Studio MEM developed the futuristic concept with a classic, retro coffee pot aesthetic in mind, yet ensured that it still meets the expectations of today’s tech-minded consumers. Beyond Brewing [Cassandra Daily]
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Coolest Gadgets
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iDermal – The Latest in High Tech Body Modification
16 May 2012 | 9:37 amOkay, so in case you missed it, I just did a post on wearable technology, but what if you didn’t want to wait till the end of this year, or simply didn’t want to shell out the big bucks to have a computer contained within your eyeglass lens, or neatly strapped to your wrist? Well, there is another option. Check out hardcore technology lover Dave Hurban, mild mannered tattoo artist and piercer by day who has gone one step beyond in order to have the ultimate in wearable tech. Mr Hurban recently pierced his wrist and then surgically implanted four super strength magnets in the… -
Google’s Project Glass – Welcome to the Future
16 May 2012 | 8:32 amImagine this if you will, you’re walking down the street engaged in a video chat with your friend, who is 6000 miles away, taking pictures and planning your day when you realize you don’t know where you are, as you look up and to the right a computer screen appears in your line of vision, and you ask it to find the nearest subway station, and it does. The coolest part of this story is that this technology is out on our streets, right now. Welcome Google’s foray into augmented reality glasses, housed in a pair of sleek and uber-cool glasses is a clear display that sits above… -
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon is the lightest Ultrabook in the market
16 May 2012 | 8:30 amWe all know that Ultrabooks came about as a response to the Apple MacBook Air, where the latter was amazingly thin, so much so that there were reports online that some people tossed out their MacBook Air alongside a stack of newspapers simply because it was too thin to be noticed. Well, Ultrabooks have come some way since it was introduced not too long ago, and the thin form factor remains a prevalent design theme that is set to stay. What needs to change, however, is the type of hardware that is stashed inside, and Lenovo has just offered the ThinkPad X1 Carbon, touting it to be the lightest… -
LG Optimus 4X HD to arrive in Europe soon
16 May 2012 | 8:00 amLG has announced that its Optimus 4X HD, first revealed to the world at Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona, Spain, in February this year, is finally about to make its debut in the world markets – starting with Western Europe first. Just what kind of hardware does the LG Optimus 4X HD carry? Let us go through a little bit of a refresher here – you will, of course, get the uber speedy NVIDIA Tegra 3 processor, not to mention the latest Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich operating system right out of the box so that you need not wait for any software update after that. The LG… -
Air Guitar lets you shred maniacally
16 May 2012 | 7:30 amThere are some awesome moments in life when you share it with your best friend(s) over a cup of your favorite drinks as well as some pizza, and you are able to let your hair down, acting whatever way you like without receiving a shred of despise. Well, the $19.99 Air Guitar would definitely be the tool for the moment if you are musically inclined, as you can go jumping around your room, smashing an imaginary guitar and yet using it to crank out some really wicked tunes in the process. Yes sir, the Air Guitar will merge design and style into a single handheld device, letting you create music…
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Gizmos for Geeks
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5 Roku 2 XS Features You Should Know About
30 Apr 2012 | 12:18 pmThe Roku is well-known for its streaming media capabilities, but that’s not all this versatile device is known for. If you have never explored the extended capabilities of your Roku player, you’re missing out. From playing your own media to using the box to check your social networking profiles, you’ll get far more use out of the box once you’ve read this. 1. MicroSD card slots. Are you running out of hard drive space between games and Roku channels? All of the Roku models except the basic LT model come with a Micro SD card slot that allows you to expand the… -
Review: Able Planet Clear Harmony SI1000 Sport Earphones
19 Apr 2012 | 8:05 pmAble Planet recently sent me a pair of their Clear Harmony SI1100 sport earphones featuring their LINX AUDIO technology to test out. These are in-ear earphones with a twist, they have rubber hooks or arms that rotate into place behind your ears to keep the earbuds in place. If you’ve ever worn plain in-ear cans, you’ll know they eventually wiggle out no matter how tightly or far in you shove them, especially if you’re doing something active. The SI1100 come with a hard carrying case, and 3 sets of rubber earbuds of varying sizes. It’s important to pick the ones that… -
Best Buy Closing 50 Stores
16 Apr 2012 | 7:28 amBest Buy announced in March it would close 50 stores across the country and has already closed stores in Kansas City, Mo., and Scottsdale, Ariz., according to a statement released by the company. Prior to this weekend, Best Buy had already notified five stores in Minnesota and a San Antonio store they would be closing. The statement released Saturday said, “This was not an easy decision to make. We chose these stores carefully, and are working to ensure the impact to our employees will be as minimal as possible, while serving all customers in a convenient and satisfying way. But we also… -
WaterField Design’s iPhone Hint Review
13 Mar 2012 | 10:36 pmWaterField Designs provided the Geeks with an iPhone Hint to play with and review. WaterField Designs is a boutique bag and case designer based in San Francisco, the mecca for cool and unique bag and case manufacturers. Founded by a bike messenger, WaterField Designs make bags for bagophiles and have exapanded to cases for everything from Kindles and iPads to iPhones, Macs and even Keyboards. The iPhone Hint has been designed for those times where you really need to only have your phone, a Driver’s License and some Jacksons or Benjamins. I received the black iPhone Hint to review and… -
Gizmos for Geeks Partnering with Deniath
12 Mar 2012 | 12:00 pmThe Geeks are excited to announce a new partnership with Deniath. Who is Deniath? Deniath offers invitation-only access to exclusive 72-hour deals for Geeks like us! You’ve probably seen similar daily deal and flash sale sites before featuring deals on fashion, décor, luxury travel, and spa deals but Deniath tailors to the Geek nation with deals on toys, games, gadgets, art and pop-culture collectibles. Learn more about the brands that help fuel our obsessions for all things geek and discover new products to collect and play with. The partnership with Deniath allows Gizmos for Geeks…
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MuzGadgets
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Space camper
6 May 2012 | 6:08 pmMy son went with his class to Space Camp Turkey for 3 days last week. He had an amazing time with a shuttle simulation, the 1/6 gravity machine, multi-axis trainer, manned maneuvering unit and Zero-G wall. View this post and more in full at http://muzgadgets.blogspot.com -
MuzGadget Bro-in-law Pushing the Limits
28 Apr 2012 | 6:23 pmMuzGadgets Bro-in-law Phil is training to do the Christchurch Airport Marathon in a wheelchair. Follow his progress and the cause he is supporting at P.U.S.H. View this post and more in full at http://muzgadgets.blogspot.com -
Learning from MacGyver
25 Mar 2012 | 3:38 pmStudents at Freyberg High School in Palmerston North, New Zealand are learning what to do in life-threatening situations from MacGyver reruns. During screening of the MacGyver epsiodes, computing teacher Gareth Bell pauses the video to ask if the science behind what MacGyver is doing will work in real life. Afterwards, the students try to repeat some of the experiments with varied results. As previously posted on MuzGadgets, MacGyver episodes are available on YouTube (but not in all countries). Seen on Stuff. View this post and more in full at http://muzgadgets.blogspot.com -
Solar panels from grass clippings
21 Feb 2012 | 2:23 pmPlants naturally convert solar energy and now scientists at MIT have found a way to extract the molecules responsible for photosynthesis and use them with a stabilizer to keep them "alive" and harvest electricity. This video describes how the process could be used to provide very low cost energy to remote and developing places. As seen on Inhabitat via DesignTaxi. View this post and more in full at http://muzgadgets.blogspot.com -
Fabricating origami pop-up microbots
18 Feb 2012 | 1:58 pmThis fascinating video shows the detail of fabricating millimeter scale robots with laser cut pieces sandwiched together and then folded into the 3D shape like pop-up origami. As seen on Robots.net View this post and more in full at http://muzgadgets.blogspot.com
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Digital Tech News
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Rockstar Games releases Max Payne 3 videogame for PlayStation3 and Xbox 360
16 May 2012 | 12:24 amRockstar Games' Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. has released the latest in its Max Payne videogame series, the new Max Payne 3, available for the PlayStation3 and Xbox 360 gaming systems for $59.99. Max Payne 3 will also be available for... -
LG Optimus 4X HD Quad-Core smartphone to be released this June in Europe
16 May 2012 | 12:20 amAfter announcing this impressive Quad-core smartphone at the Mobile World Congress last February, LG is ready to release the new Optimus 4X HD this June in Western Europe. The LG Optimus 4X HD Android 4.0 smartphone boasts a 4-PLUS-1 Quad-Core... -
BATTLESHIP video game is now available
15 May 2012 | 9:19 pmAs the big-budget movie "BATTLESHIP" is about to hit theaters, Hasbro and Activision Publishing are giving gamers some action with BATTLESHIP the video game, which is available today in stores. The game is described as "combining military strategy and fast-paced... -
Virgin Mobile USA releases new LG Optimus Elite Google Wallet Smartphone
15 May 2012 | 8:56 pmVirgin Mobile USA has announced the availability of the new LG Optimus Elite smartphone in Titan Silver, priced at $149.99. This is the first device from Virgin Mobile USA with Near Field Communications (NFC) capabilities, which allows you to use... -
ViewSonic introduces new Ultra-Slim 24-inch VX2460h LED backlit monitor
15 May 2012 | 8:48 pmIn late May, ViewSonic will release their new Ultra-Slim 24-inch VX2460h LED backlit monitor, the company's thinnest profile available for a monitor this size, at 1/4" thin. The VX2460h-LED features Full HD 1080p resolution, 2ms video response time provided by...
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CyberNet News
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XBMC: Web Interface and Chrome Extension
16 May 2012 | 5:18 amXBMC has a built-in web interface that you can use to control media playback on any of your XBMC instances. The nice thing about the web interface is that it lets you quickly navigate your media library to see what you have available. It also comes bundled with an on-screen remote control that you can use to navigate the entire interface, and even though the graphic they use for the remote could be a little better it still serves its functional purpose quite well.To get rolling the first thing you’ll definitely need to do is switch the HTTP interface on. This is done by going to the… -
XBMC: AirPlay on Windows
15 May 2012 | 5:46 amThe XBMC developers added AirPlay support in version 11, and this is one of the features that really drew me to the software. One of the very reasons I contemplated getting the Apple TV was because of the streamlined AirPlay support, but with the addition of AirPlay support to XBMC 11 I thought that it would also fit my needs.I’ll be upfront and say that the AirPlay support in XBMC is not as extravagant as what’s in the Apple TV, but it supports basic operations like sending YouTube videos or videos recorded on your device to the TV. It does not support iOS mirroring, but… -
WrapUp: Evernote Acquires Penultimate, Using Google to Find Where Photos Were Taken, and More
14 May 2012 | 1:12 amWelcome to the WrapUp by CyberNet. This is a collection of news stories, downloads, and tips that we have collected over the last few days, but never got around to writing about. Don’t forget to send in your own tips, or just leave a comment on this page if you think you’ve got something we should include.–News–Microsoft Officially Announces $99 Xbox 360 with Kinect, and a 2-year ContractMicrosoft Stores in the US have started to sell Xbox 360s with the Kinect for $99. You’ll need to agree to a two-year contract though, which also entails payments of $15 per… -
XBMC: Stream Hulu, Food Network, and More
11 May 2012 | 3:27 amA lot of people assume that using an application like XBMC means that you are pirating all of the material you are going to watch, but there are plenty of legal video streaming solutions available as well. There are a bunch of developers that have put together plugins so that a lot of online video streaming sites can be accessed directly through add-ons in XBMC.What you’ll want to do after you get XBMC installed is head on over to the video plugins section, which can be found in Settings -> Add-ons -> Get Add-ons -> All Add-ons -> Video Add-ons. Here you’ll find… -
XBMC: More Advanced Settings
10 May 2012 | 4:12 amWhile XBMC is a versatile piece of software there are always a lot of things that advanced users wish they could configure, but the developers can’t possible cram it all into the XBMC interface. That’s where the advancedsettings.xml file comes into play. This file will let you adjust a dizzying number of settings that are not configurable any other way, and gives you even more control over your XBMC experience.You’ll find the advancedsettings.xml file in your profile folder:Mac: ~/Library/Application Support/XBMC/userdata/Windows: %appdata%\XBMC\userdata\Once in…
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Gadgets Page
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How EA Games Ruined Bejeweled Blitz
10 May 2012 | 12:00 pmIt is a truth universally acknowledged that if you give EA games a button to press to make more money, they will keep pressing that button until they piss off their customers so much that they will stop playing the game. That is what has happened with Bejeweled Blitz [iTunes link]. I loved playing Bejeweled Blitz. I had one minute to match as many jewels as I could and I got REALLY good at it. I even wrote an entry telling people how to do as well as I did. The Gadgets Page: How To Get A High Score on Bejeweled Blitz When EA Games bought Pop Cap, I didn’t think it would be a problem,… -
Scribblenauts Remix: Scribblenauts for Your iPhone
9 Apr 2012 | 3:41 pmI have always loved Scribblenauts since it came out on the Nintendo DS. A game where you can create any object and see it interact with the environment you create? Fun! I loved being able to make things like an atlatl (primitive spear-throwing weapon that allows you to throw a spear farther) or a lion fish. Then in Super Scribblenauts you could add adjectives like angry, fire-breathing, and giant, such as this angry, giant, fire-breathing baby. Scribblenauts Remix [iTunes Link] is an iPod version of Super Scribblenauts, and as soon as I heard about it I really wanted it. It accepts all the… -
Yurbuds: Not Quite Good Enough
7 Mar 2012 | 10:36 amIn January at CES, the nice people at Yurbuds gave me a pair of their ear buds to test for The Gadgets Page. After two months of using them, I’m finally ready to write a review. The promise was that Yurbuds would stay in my ears through the sweatiest workouts and they wouldn’t hurt. At the booth at CES, they measured my ears and said that the size 5 buds would fit in my ear, stay there and not hurt me. That’s a tall order. I’ve never been able to use the Apple earbuds because they just fall right out of my ear. I’ve always had to use the in-canal ear buds, but… -
Nutra Nail Gel Perfect Vs. Sally Hansen Salon Effects
6 Feb 2012 | 10:05 amI bought Nutranail Gel Perfect at my local grocery store last month and was thoroughly unimpressed with it. It only lasted two days on my fingernails before it chipped. The Nutra Nail people thought that adding nail glue to the polish process would make it last as long as a “real” gel manicure, but instead, it just makes the polish brittle and chip as soon as your nail bends under pressure. I don’t usually do bad reviews, but this product was so expensive and so worthless that I planned on at least mentioning here that it was a problem, but then I promptly forgot. Luckily,… -
Review: AddictingGames App is Addicting
3 Feb 2012 | 9:28 amI have found that many free game apps have very little content, and if they have multiple games they tend to all be boring. I noticed AddictingGames by Nickelodeon in the app store for free, and having been to their website I thought I would try the app. Upon trying it, I was surprised at how many games were on it and began to try each one. There are 33 games currently and more seem to be coming on a regular basis. As I began to write this review one new game was added, and it seems that one is added every week. My favorite games are Feed the Panda and World Wars. In Feed the Panda your goal…
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Darren Herman
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Native Advertising Opportunities & Native Monetization for Publishers
16 May 2012 | 12:41 pmFact: for the foreseeable future, brands are going to continue to spend dollars to reach consumers to try and convince them at some point to purchase their product or service. Brands do this by using tactics to drive conversion or boost purchase funnel favorability (across different stages). There’s been a recent meme, conversation, trend, topic, or whatever you want to call it around Native Monetization opportunities. I’ve spoken about the opportunity publicly a few times including in a conversation started by Buzzfeed’s Jon Steinberg on Branch and most recently today… -
Rethinking What I Know About Formal Education
5 May 2012 | 9:18 pmI grew up in a middle class home in Westchester County, NY where the forced dream was to go to college. I grew up with the pressures of “not if” but “where” I was going to college and from early grade school, I was prepping for the SAT’s. That one test was the key to getting through the admission door at many top tier schools, all schools in which I had my sights set on. I graduated (almost did not – was going to leave early to pursue a startup) with my 4 year degree from Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs, NY. I did not have the typical college… -
Friday Digital Nuggets: Viral, Investing and Content
27 Apr 2012 | 8:25 amInstead of writing some nuggets myself this morning, I’ll let this morning’s CNBC segment on Disruptors do the talking. Enjoy it. Some friendly faces from Buzzfeed, Second Market, and Business Insider. -
Going Upstream & Downstream as a Point Solution
26 Apr 2012 | 7:04 amI’ve been thinking about point solutions recently because much of the innovation we are seeing in the advertising and marketing technology space starts out this way. It’s also not uncommon in the advertising world when agencies are first started: they start out as a point solution servicing a certain trend such as “social media” and because of this, they become well known specialists. When point solutions emerge, they tend to be the deepest in knowledge in that particular area. It’s usually a founding team that recognized the opportunity while working… -
2012 Silicon Alley Golf Invitational
16 Apr 2012 | 2:45 pmI’m about a month behind planning for this year’s 2012 Silicon Alley Golf Invitational, but rest assured, by Friday, I’ll have the date and venue which will get sent out to all of the players from last year to reserve their spot at some point over the weekend. If you’d like to add your name to the list of potential players, please click here and sign up. This does not guarantee you a spot, but does get you on a list that will be notified if there is extra availability. Requirement to participate in the event is that you must be an active senior participant of the…
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Geek News Central
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Opinion Time: What Do You Think of the New Bing?
16 May 2012 | 11:00 amBing has rolled out their brand new interface, at least to U.S. users, and it has met with mixed reviews. While the new interface feels faster and Microsoft claims gives better results, the social aspects, mainly Facebook results in the right column, are a big change that takes some getting used to and also feel vaguely like a privacy invasion. Paul Thurrott, writing over at WinSupersite, said he had problems getting the service to work and had to try three different browsers before being successful. Using Chrome I had no problems with the new Bing on the first try, but your results may… -
Charge Your Cell Phone With a Virus?
16 May 2012 | 12:07 amUsually, when you see the words “virus” and “phone” in the same sentence, it indicates that something bad may have happened. This time, though, the virus is one that can actually be helpful. Scientists at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory have been studying a special virus that can generate electricity. The virus is called M13 bacteriophage. As the name implies, it only “eats” or attacks, bacteria. It is not able to cause harm to humans. It is a genetically engineered virus that can manufacture more of itself when water is added to it. How many more? According to Professor… -
Bing Gains Market Share, Yahoo Loses Again
15 May 2012 | 7:27 pmThe latest search market share numbers have been released and two trends have continued – Bing is up and Yahoo is down. The numbers have been posted by both Compete and ComScore and the trends shown by both are very similar. Unfortunately for Microsoft, while Bing is gaining share on Yahoo, they are not getting anywhere in their battle against Google, who continue to be the 600 pound gorilla in the room. Google, while maintaining their strangle-hold, has not seen an increase since late 2011, but that changed between March and April when their market share increased from 65.5% to… -
GNC-2012-05-14 #765 Final Checkout is Complete
15 May 2012 | 3:06 amCongrats to Michael and his winning of a iPod Nano.. Listed to win in contest #5.. We had a great mothers day weekend with a stay cation where we stayed in Waikiki for a night. Hung out at the p0ol and just relaxed. Sunday afternoon while my wife relaxed. I did a final checkout of the HD Mobile Broadcast Studio and got it ready for my trip to Washington DC next week where I will put it through it’s paces. The portable green screen has not arrived yet so we will be playing that one by ear. In this show I have a great variety of tech news and information to share with your enjoy the… -
The Counting Crows Bring Their Music to BitTorrent
14 May 2012 | 6:31 pmThe popular rock band Counting Crows are going BitTorrent. The band has made four songs off of their latest release available for free download in an effort to attract new fans. The album, titled Underwater Sunshine (Or What We Did On Our Summer Vacation), was released last month and features15 tracks. In a departure from their past, the Crows have made this CD a collection of all cover songs. The BitTorrent release features not only the audio files, but also liner notes, and artwork from the album. Frontman Adam Duritz, during an interview with Mashable, said “I don’t…
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Gizmodo UK
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All The World’s Subways Are Converging to a Single Optimal Layout
16 May 2012 | 1:30 pmAfter decades of urban evolution, the world’s major subway systems appear to be converging on an ideal form. On the surface, these core-and-branch systems — evident in New York City, Tokyo, London or most any large metropolitan subway — may … Continue reading » -
How Common Is Your Birthday?
16 May 2012 | 1:00 pmYour birthday! The day you feel like the most special person on the planet! The day you get to do what you want. But don’t forget, other people share your birthday too. In fact, a lot of people do. What … Continue reading » -
Interactive Shoebox Dioramas Might One Day Lure You Away From Amazon
16 May 2012 | 12:30 pmIn an attempt to make brick and mortar stores more than just a showroom for websites like Amazon, Planar has taken the see-through LCD displays that were all the rage at CES and created enhanced display boxes providing more details … Continue reading » -
The Lies Everyone Tells on Dating Sites
16 May 2012 | 12:00 pmFinding love online isn’t easy. The prospect of meeting Mr. or Ms. Right seems to turn everyone into porn star used car salesmen. Luckily for you, dear dater, Vice’s Brian Moylan knows exactly what everyone’s lying about. Romantic relationships are … Continue reading » -
How One Man Took a Secret Super-Material to His Grave
16 May 2012 | 11:30 amIn 1990, an amateur inventor called Maurice Ward appeared on British TV demonstrating a super-material he’d invented without any scientific training. Called Starlite, it could withstand temperatures of 1000 °C; was hard enough to drill holes in walls, and could … Continue reading »
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International CES News
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CES Speaker Applications Accepted Today through June 12, 2012
30 Apr 2012 | 5:48 amConsistently ranked as one of the top 10 most desired speaking opportunities for CEOs, the International CES conference program features the consumer electronics industry’s top authorities to address the latest trends and strategies. -
2012 International CES Reused and Recycled 75 Percent of Materials
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Take Your Place in the Spotlight with these Major Branding Opportunities
12 Apr 2012 | 3:17 amWith 150,000 attendees expected at the 2013 International CES, your company needs to stand out in the crowd. Go beyond your booth and put your company in the spotlight with one of the following blockbuster options. -
Bring Your Business to NYC in June
5 Apr 2012 | 11:58 amTaking place in New York City, the media capital of the world, CEA Line Shows is the perfect venue to get maximum exposure at a very affordable cost -
CE Retail Revenue in China Expected to Reach $114 Billion for 2012
5 Apr 2012 | 11:50 amserves as a launch pad for both Chinese and U.S. companies looking to introduce new products into the booming Chinese marketplace.
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The Bleeding Edge
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Bleeding Edge TV 450: Jawbone Jambox review
7 May 2012 | 2:06 pmWe give you our review of the Jawbone JAMBOX in this episode. The JAMBOX is a wireless Bluetooth speaker that you can use with smartphones, tablets, and anything else that can stream audio or phone calls over Bluetooth. It also has an aux in, so that you can use it with non-Bluetooth devices as well. It's light and portable too! Take a look in this episode. If you wanna get one for yourself, the JAMBOX typically sells for $199, but you can get it on Amazon for $162. Big thank you to GoToMeeting for sponsoring Bleeding Edge TV. GoToMeeting provides rich, super-simple… -
Unboxing Live 095: Monster iSport Immersion headphones
1 May 2012 | 2:08 pmThe Monster iSport Immersion headphones are in-ears that are targeted towards those with an active lifestyle. They stay in your ears while you run, job, bike, hike, swim, surf, and more. The iSport Immersion headphones are also waterproof, sand proof, and sweat proof, so they're ready for all your extreme sporting needs. If they get dirty or sweaty, you can simply throw them in the washing machine (seriously!) and they'll come out good as new. They're available in black and blue, as well as a special yellow Livestrong version as well. You can pick up the Monster iSport Immersion… -
Unboxing Live 094: Jawbone JAMBOX Bluetooth speaker
26 Apr 2012 | 4:59 pmIn this episode we give you a look at the Jawbone JAMBOX. The Jambox is a Bluetooth loudspeaker that can connect to any Bluetooth-enabled device like a smartphone, PC, Mac, or tablet. Once paired, the JAMBOX can then function as your speaker for audio, as well as hands-free phone calls. It's small, light, compact, and stylish - but the best feature of the JAMBOX is that it offers great sound. It's available in multiple colors and designs, including a model that helps Charity: Water. We open up the Jambox and give you a look at it in this episode! You can pick up the Jawbone JAMBOX for… -
Bleeding Edge TV 449: iPad (2012) definitive review
20 Apr 2012 | 5:31 pmWe know, we already brought you our exhaustive iPad (3rd generation) review in text, but there are some things that really need videos in order to be shown in the best light. In this episode we bring you our definitive new iPad video review. The new iPad brings with it features like the Retina display, 4G LTE, quad-core graphics, dictation, and an upgraded rear camera. Those are the features that Apple really focused on with the introduction of the 2012 iPad model, so we go through each one in detail. If you want to know everything there is to know about the new iPad, this is the video for… -
Bleeding Edge TV 448: Phosphor Appear Swarovski Crystal Watch
13 Apr 2012 | 5:34 pmThe Phosphor Appear is a great looking watch, and a cool gadget to boot! We saw this one at CES, and had to get our hands on one as soon as we saw it. The Phosphor Appear is driven by Micro-Magnetic Mechanical Digital (M3D) technology, the Phosphor Appear watch utilizes miniature-sized rotors adorned with Swarovski crystals that revolve to reveal numerical or chronological information. Every minute, an electrical pulse generates an electromagnetic field that changes the position of the crystals on the face of the watch, which in turn, displays the passing time while producing a distinctive…
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Unboxing
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Unboxing Live 095: Monster iSport Immersion headphones
1 May 2012 | 2:08 pmThe Monster iSport Immersion headphones are in-ears that are targeted towards those with an active lifestyle. They stay in your ears while you run, job, bike, hike, swim, surf, and more. The iSport Immersion headphones are also waterproof, sand proof, and sweat proof, so they're ready for all your extreme sporting needs. If they get dirty or sweaty, you can simply throw them in the washing machine (seriously!) and they'll come out good as new. They're available in black and blue, as well as a special yellow Livestrong version as well. You can pick up the Monster iSport Immersion… -
Unboxing Live 094: Jawbone JAMBOX Bluetooth speaker
26 Apr 2012 | 4:59 pmIn this episode we give you a look at the Jawbone JAMBOX. The Jambox is a Bluetooth loudspeaker that can connect to any Bluetooth-enabled device like a smartphone, PC, Mac, or tablet. Once paired, the JAMBOX can then function as your speaker for audio, as well as hands-free phone calls. It's small, light, compact, and stylish - but the best feature of the JAMBOX is that it offers great sound. It's available in multiple colors and designs, including a model that helps Charity: Water. We open up the Jambox and give you a look at it in this episode! You can pick up the Jawbone JAMBOX for… -
Nokia Lumia 900 unboxing gallery
16 Apr 2012 | 11:42 amAT&T, Microsoft, and Nokia are all making a big bet on the Lumia 900 Windows Phone, which launched on April 8 for $99 with two-year contract. That's a great deal, being that this is one of the first AT&T LTE devices, and the first major mainstream Nokia Windows Phone device to hit the US. Those who pre-order through Walmart get it at half price ($49 with contract,) and new AT&T customer walk away with the Nokia Lumia 900 for free. We got our Lumia 900 in a bit early, and we're working on getting our final review up. In the meantime, though, we've put together a Lumia… -
iPad (3rd generation) unboxing gallery
9 Apr 2012 | 3:25 pmOur new iPad review is coming later today live, but in the meantime we've put together a gallery showing off the beautiful device. Check out our Apple iPad (3rd generation) unboxing gallery to get a look, and be sure to check out our thorough iPad review (featuring a bunch of video) later today! Gallery: iPad (3rd generation) unboxing gallery Tags: (T), (T), (T), (T), (T), (T), (T), (T), (T), (T), (T), (T), (T), (T), (T), (T), (T), (T) -
Unboxing Live 093: Apple TV (2012)
4 Apr 2012 | 12:55 pmIn this episode of Unboxing Live, we give you a look at the new 2012 Apple TV. The main feature of the updated Apple TV is that it can display 1080p content. iTunes has been updated to support the 1080p resolution as well, which makes renting and buying content from iTunes at the highest quality look great on the new Apple TV and the new iPad as well. Netflix has also been updated to stream 1080p with the new device, which is powered by a single-core A5 processor. You can pick up the new Apple TV for $99. Big thank you to GoToMeeting for sponsoring the show - be sure to check them…
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GigaOM
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ISwifter’s TheWorx iPad app recreates Facebook, but with games
16 May 2012 | 1:33 pmJust days before Facebook’s big IPO, the company is getting a lesson from another Silicon Valley startup on how to improve its iPad app. ISwifter is showing how it can create a full-fledged Facebook app that also includes Flash gaming. TheWorx iPad app, a Facebook application that is set to go live next month, will provide users with access to status updates, their news feed and photos. But the kicker is that it will also give iPad users access to Facebook’s Flash-based games through an App Hub. Currently, iSwifter’s iPad app allows people to play thousands of Facebook… -
Calvin: A fast, cheap database that isn’t a database at all
16 May 2012 | 1:12 pmYale researchers Daniel Abadi and Alexander Thomson think they have developed the cure for Oracle and IBM dominance in the world of database performance, and it isn’t even technically a database. In a blog post Wednesday morning (and in a related research paper), the two researchers detail Calvin, a “transaction scheduling and replication coordination service” that they think can level the playing field between high-cost distributed relational databases and less-expensive, but limited NoSQL and NewSQL databases. Abadi and Thomson aren’t dismissing either NoSQL or… -
Bloglovin, a prettier take on RSS and Tumblr, gets Betaworks investment
16 May 2012 | 12:59 pmWhen Mattias Swenson, Patrik Ring and their three co-founders first decided to launch a startup out of high school, the plan was to work on it for a year and then move on with their lives. Growing up in Stockholm, they said, they didn’t know of anyone else who gave up university for entrepreneurship. But more than five years later, they’re still at it. And their startup Bloglovin, which is something like a visual RSS reader meets Tumblr for the entire blogosphere, is poised for a new level of growth. New York-based Internet company Betaworks is announcing today that it, along with… -
Verizon phasing out unlimited data as customers switch to 4G
16 May 2012 | 12:20 pmUpdated. Verizon Wireless plans to close down the mobile broadband buffet for good, phasing out unlimited plans as customers upgrade from 3G phones to 4G. Verizon CFO Fran Shammo revealed the policy plan change on Wednesday while speaking at a J.P. Morgan conference, saying it must turn off the unlimited spigot as a prerequisite for moving to shared family data plans, FierceWireless reported. Verizon ended unlimited data last summer, but it also grandfathered its old all-you-can-eat customers into their $30 plans in perpetuity. That practice now seems to be ending. Shammo said that Verizon… -
Google shakes up search with new Wikipedia-like feature
16 May 2012 | 12:00 pmJust months after rolling out a controversial personalized search feature, Google is shaking up its search pages once again. This time, the search giant is carving out a chunk of the site for “Knowledge Graph,” a tool that offers an encyclopedia-like package in response to a user’s query. The idea is to get users to spend more time on Google and also to make the search engine offer a more human-like understanding of questions and context. “This is a critical first step towards building the next generation of search, which taps into the collective intelligence of the…
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Geeky-Gadgets
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Kensington unveils KeyFolio Keyboard Security Case & Lock for iPad 2
16 May 2012 | 11:36 amKensington has unveiled a new accessory for the iPad 2 that will help keep the tablet safe and secure in public environments. The new case is called the Kensington KeyFolio Secure and it uses the security cable and lock that Kensington has been famous for making for years.(...)Original Story Kensington unveils KeyFolio Keyboard Security Case & Lock for iPad 2© Geeky Gadgets, 2012. | Permalink | Unauthorized duplication and or distribution of our content is strictly forbidden © Geeky Gadgets, 2012 -
Apple Granted a Patent for a Steering Wheel Mounted Remote Control
16 May 2012 | 11:18 amI have seen more than a few things over the years that have remote controls mounted to the steering wheel of a car. Honestly, I never liked any of those. I don’t think the steering wheel is a place for accessories to be mounted personally. Apple was granted a new patent this week that covers a steering wheel mounted remote control for the iPod and iPhone.(...)Original Story Apple Granted a Patent for a Steering Wheel Mounted Remote Control© Geeky Gadgets, 2012. | Permalink | Unauthorized duplication and or distribution of our content is strictly forbidden © Geeky Gadgets, 2012 -
Sonic 4: Episode II first available for Tegra 3 on mobile, before iOS
16 May 2012 | 10:41 amMany of you have been waiting for Sonic 4: Episode II. In fact it is one of the most anticipated games for a mobile device. Well, it’s finally here, and Nvidia Tegra 3 has it exclusively. At least for a short time. You can buy the game on the Nvidia Tegra Zone for $6.99, and it should keep you busy for a while since it is a fun game and looks amazing. (...)Original Story Sonic 4: Episode II first available for Tegra 3 on mobile, before iOS© Geeky Gadgets, 2012. | Permalink | Unauthorized duplication and or distribution of our content is strictly forbidden © Geeky Gadgets, 2012 -
ESPN Radio app gets updated
16 May 2012 | 10:28 amHere’s some good news for sports fans. ESPN has refreshed its Radio app. Now it is optimized for your favorite tablet, the iPad as well as the iPhone and iPod touch. If you are not familiar with the app, it allows you to sort your listening habits by sports, teams and athletes that you follow, making it easier to get the info you want. (...)Original Story ESPN Radio app gets updated© Geeky Gadgets, 2012. | Permalink | Unauthorized duplication and or distribution of our content is strictly forbidden © Geeky Gadgets, 2012 -
Samsung Galaxy S III Gets Unboxed (Video)
16 May 2012 | 8:04 amThe Samsung Galaxy S III isn’t due to go on sale to the end of the month, but its looks like the guys from HDblog have already managed to get their hands on the new Galaxy S III.The video below shows the Samsung Galaxy S III being unboxed, and we also get a brief look at the handset and some of its features, the video is in Italian.(...)Original Story Samsung Galaxy S III Gets Unboxed (Video)© Geeky Gadgets, 2012. | Permalink | Unauthorized duplication and or distribution of our content is strictly forbidden © Geeky Gadgets, 2012
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Product Reviews Net
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Final Fantasy VII remake priority, next-gen console release
16 May 2012 | 12:36 pmHere we are again on the infamous Final Fantasy VII remake. Despite Square-Enix previously and publicly showing their interest in making the heavily requested remake, the company has now come out and said that a remake of the PS1 classic is no longer a top priority. To refresh your memory, Square-Enix president Yoichi Wada said in 2010 that they were actively ‘exploring’ the possibility of developing a remake and also exploring the possibility of what platforms to bring the game to. Since then, we have continued to hear small whispers on the game becoming a reality, but still no… -
New The Last of Us trailer highlights best PS3 graphics ever
16 May 2012 | 12:29 pmIf for some reason you were not impressed with the previous unveiling of The Last of Us during the 2011 Video Game Awards last year, we have a feeling that you may be tempted with the latest footage that Naughty Dog has to offer. Almost unexpectedly, Naughty Dog has given us a brand new trailer to enjoy right before E3 next month and once again it showcases the breathtaking graphics that seemingly defies what the PS3 is capable of. Personally, we’re struggling to find a better PS3 game that looks as good as The Last of Us does. The trailer previews a truck ambush that takes place and if… -
Apple spoils HTC One X, EVO 4G LTE release party in US
16 May 2012 | 6:48 amIf you were looking forward to the US release of the highly anticipated HTC One X and HTC EVO 4G LTE smartphones, it looks like you may have to wait a little longer. It has been confirmed that shipments of both devices have been held up by US customs, due to a request from Apple over patent infringements. While giving Samsung a breather, it appears that Apple has now firmly switched their attention to HTC’s latest prospects and unfortunately it looks to be consumers that are going to suffer from this the most. US Customs is now officially ‘investigating’ patent infringements… -
Android 5.0 Jelly Bean initiative, manufacturer favoritism
16 May 2012 | 6:33 amWe haven’t heard too many details on Android 5.0 Jelly Bean for a while, but we’re pleased to say that we have a huge and exciting rumor to share with you now. Jelly Bean is thought to be releasing towards the end of the year, but rather than have one device to showcase the new software as tradition, we’re hearing that Google may be launching a collection of devices instead. To put that in context, that means having multiple ‘pure’ Nexus devices with Android 5.0 Jelly Bean installed on each device, obviously giving you much wider choice than previous years. The… -
Bioware treats fans with Star Wars: The Old Republic free weekend
16 May 2012 | 6:15 amWe have some great news for Star Wars fans now. If for some reason you haven’t tried out The Old Republic yet, but have always wanted to do so, now’s your chance. Bioware has announced that the game will be going free to play, for this weekend only. You can’t beat a free weekend and it’s great to see that more and more developers are now starting to make this a common trend. Modern Warfare 3 recently had a free weekend on PC and now it is Star Wars: The Old Republic’s turn. It is even slightly longer than a weekend as the actual free trial will start on Thursday…
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Gadgets and gizmos
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Foxconn chief confirms Apple’s iTV
14 May 2012 | 10:28 pmA manufacturer of Apple products revealed that it is now under preparations to build the highly-rumored high-definition TV set from Apple.According to China Daily, Terry Gou, Foxconn’s chief, disclosed this information at a press conference held in Shanghai. The report said that the manufacturing and development of the iTV (or iPanel) has not yet started.Gou said that the company made a deal with Japanese TV company Sharp in preparation of the product.“Gou said Foxconn is making preparations for iTV, Apple Inc’s rumored upcoming high-definition television, although development… -
Facebook announces the new App Center
10 May 2012 | 6:06 amSocial networking giant Facebook is now joining the app store game with the announcement of its App Center. Facebook claims that the new App Center will help developers get their mobile and web applications discovered by a larger audience.The App Center will not only become a part of Facebook website, but also its Android and iOS apps. It will feature free and paid apps, just like the Apple App Store and Google Play.“For the over 900 million people that use Facebook, the App Center will become the new, central place to find great apps like Draw Something, Pinterest, Spotify, Battle… -
iThrone iPhone Dock, For People Who Treat Their Phone Like a King
9 May 2012 | 4:38 pmHow much do you love your iPhone or iPod? Would you go as far as treating it like a king? Well, we’ve found a gadget which will let you do exactly that whilst at the same time boosting usability and sound output.This little beauty is called the iThrone which has been designed by Los Angeles based Unicorn Design Studios. You can hook it up to your power outlet and use it to charge your device and it comes complete with a built in loudspeaker too.Apparently the sound is crisp, punchy and much louder because it also packs in an amplifier too. Judging by the below pictures it also stands… -
Lenovo IdeaPad A1 review
9 May 2012 | 4:06 pmThe competitiveness in the tablet market is at an all time high at the moment which is great news for the consumer. If you’ve been considering a budget model here’s another tablet you should add to your list: the Lenovo IdeaPad A1 tablet.Lenovo has been one of the most overlooked players in the tablet game because they have been pretty quiet since the company’s announcement last year that they were bringing out a new range. We first had a taste of the IdeaPad when we met the company at the Internationale Funkausstellung (IFA) in Berlin last year and couldn’t wait to… -
Howard Carter’s 138th Birthday Marked by Google Doodle
9 May 2012 | 3:26 pmPeople are logging on all over the world to find a brand new Doodle on the Google homepage. This time it is celebrating the 138th Birthday of Howard Cater, the archaeologist which sprang to worldwide fame for discovering Tutankhamun’s lost tomb in Egypt.Marking the big occasionThe Doodle comes 90 years after Carter made his startling find and as a fitting tribute the moment is captured as a freeze frame.Unlike previous special Doodle this one simply places a shadow of Googles seven letters in the background behind the tomb, sarcophagus, canopic jars and other artifacts which he found whilst…
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Ponoko - All items
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Viewfinder
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Nikon DSLR hot shoe cover
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After Glen Hayward's "Open Circuit (Road Cone)"
14 May 2012 | 9:14 pmThis object is part of the art project "Whisper Down The Lane", currently being developed by artist Bronwyn Holloway-Smith in conjunction with the exhibition The Obstinate Object: Contemporary New Zealand Sculpture at City Gallery Wellington, New Zealand (24 February – 10 June 2012). Project webpage: http://bronwyn.co.nz/projects/whisper-down-the-lane During the exhibition digital and printed 3D models are being made of selected works in The Obstinate Object in collaboration with designers Ant Pelosi and Nick Graham. These 3D printed models are being sold as a limited edition. All purchases… -
EasyMaker 3D files
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EasyMaker Laser-cut Parts
13 May 2012 | 12:47 pmThese are the motor mounts, clips, and other parts, pre-formatted for Ponoko laser cutting.
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Electronista | Gadgets for Geeks
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Sorkin to pen Sony's Jobs biopic
16 May 2012 | 2:26 pmAaron Sorkin -- a writer for The West Wing, Sports Night, and HBO's upcoming The Newsroom -- has officially signed on to script Sony Pictures' forthcoming biopic about the late Steve Jobs. The film will be based on Walter Isaacson's bestselling biography on the Apple co-founder.... -
Analyst: Google gets less than $3 per device from ads
16 May 2012 | 2:00 pmAn analyst at Asymco has posted an analysis of Google's revenues from its Android operating system, estimating that Android nets Google approximately $2.75 in ad sales per device every year. The figure is dwarfed in comparison to Apple's take from iOS devices.... -
T-ray transmission record topped, 20x faster than Wi-Fi
16 May 2012 | 1:25 pmResearchers at the Tokyo Institute of Technology have demonstrated transmission speeds of 3Gb/s at 542GHz, the BBC reports. This development could mean greatly increased wireless transmission speeds, up to 20 times faster than 802.11n Wi-Fi transmission rates and slightly faster than the 1.7Gbps speeds that Netgear claims for its new 802.11ac equipment.... -
Reuters sources support claims of 4-inch iPhone displays
16 May 2012 | 1:11 pmSources for Reuters are supporting Wall Street Journal claims that Apple is using 4-inch displays for the next iPhone, and has already begun to place orders for the new parts. As with the earlier report, Reuters says that LG Display, Sharp, and Japan Display are handling production, which is allegedly in early stages; full production orders could begin in June. iPhone assembly could start as soon as August, if Apple follows normal patterns. One source comments that it's still uncertain what share of display production each supplier will have.... -
NTT Docomo reveals summer phones, anime store
16 May 2012 | 1:10 pmJapan's NTT Docomo has revealed its summer lineup of releases including 16 Android 4.0 smartphones, a tablet, a mobile phone for children and a mobile Wi-Fi router. The announcement comes at the same time as plans for the company's Dmarket content to be expanded to offer anime videos and music on a flat-rate basis for smartphones and tablets....
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ThinkGeek - What's New
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Gadgets : Navitron Steampunk Wrist Compass and Sundial
16 May 2012 | 9:25 amBeautiful steampunk time piece - sundial, latitude finder, and compass. On the high seas and skies of air and ether, telling time can be as much of an adventure as the adventure you're on. And that's the way it should be. This "watch" will let you tell the time by using nothing more than the sun. $44.99 -
T-Shirts & Apparel : Star Wars Logo Earrings
16 May 2012 | 8:57 amNow available for those loyal to the Empire, also. Show your loyalty to the Rebel Alliance or the Empire with these earrings! These stylish earrings are subtle, yet you will be sure to catch the eye of others. $24.99 -
T-Shirts & Apparel : Thumbs-Up Cufflinks
16 May 2012 | 6:23 amWho's got four thumbs and likes our new cufflinks? You do! Thumbs-Up Cufflinks are a subtle, not in-your-Face way of throwing the Book at the establishment. It won't earn you a place on the Wall of fame or even in the Timeline of history, but your more observant friends will notice your Updated Status symbol. $19.99 -
Electronics : BiKN for iPhone - Lost & Found Tagging System
15 May 2012 | 5:04 pmYour iPhone finds your missing stuff. Your stuff finds your missing iPhone. The BiKN iPhone case syncs with two thumb-sized tags, which you can attach to the things you lose most frequently. Launch the free app and you can track the tags from your phone or use the tags to find your lost phone, even if it's off or dead. $129.99 -
Geek Kids : Air Guitar
15 May 2012 | 3:38 pmMelt faces with the touch of a button: no lessons required! Do you want to shred hot licks? Do you want to MELT FACES? DO YOU WANT TO ROCK? YEAOWWW! Whoa, whoa, settle down. But, seriously, the Air Guitar can play major, minor, and 7th chords with the touch of a button and flick of the wrist. $19.99
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Trends in Japan - Marketing and Innovation from Tokyo
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PROJECT:WOOSTER – A conversation about Japan
14 May 2012 | 9:11 pmLots going on with the blog redesign, so apologies for the sever lack of updates. This is our longest stretch of silence in years, but there are things to be done offline as well! Many more posts forthcoming to make up for lost time. We’ve just had the opportunity to talk with Andrew Pollard, president of PROJECT, about his thoughts on Japan and its place in the world of retail and design. We’ll be putting together some of his insights in an upcoming post to augment our first post on PROJECT: WOOSTER, but in the meantime take a look at their latest videos on their time in Tokyo… -
3 New Zeroes to Drink With
12 Apr 2012 | 9:45 amFor the past few years we’ve been slammed with “zero” products of all varieties, as Japanese city dwellers want to lose a few pounds and get in better shape in the midst of a “metabo” slump. Since beverages and snacks are part of office life, much has been done in these areas. The office connection doesn’t get more explicit than with the Break on the Desk series from Kirin, which features flavored teas with zero calories. To liven up the break the packaging also features a “break time gallery” of original artwork printed on the side of the box. -
Perfume Plug-in Ad in Shibuya
12 Apr 2012 | 4:21 amWhile Japan’s robotically hypnotic girl-trio Perfume is making their world debut while keeping their “Japan-ness” with their new album JPN, they’re also still being heavily promoted at home. Not sure if this has been done before, but this ad in Shibuya for the single Spring of Life plays the video, but if you want to hear the music you’ll have to plug in your own headphones. Pretty decent amount of people doing it too, all plugged into the same wall. Of course, what it’s really missing is any interesting way of helping people share the experience. Just buy… -
Lytro Camera in Japan
10 Apr 2012 | 10:26 amSince I’m assuming that I have one of only a few Lytro cameras in the wild here in Japan, I thought it would be nice to do a roundup of my first week with the much-talked-about “light field camera”. When I first came to Japan I shot tons of film before going digital, but those first few years of photos still contain my best shots because it was all fresh to me and I took my time. While the Lytro isn’t perfect by any means, it does force you to compose your shots the same way you would on medium format film, so you end up with better photos simply out of paying more… -
Turntable Rider Turns Your Bike Into A DJ
10 Apr 2012 | 5:53 amJapan is renowned for producing some particularly innovative and totally new concepts that capture the public’s imagination, such as the Necomimi we discovered last year. In a similar vein Japanese bike share company Cogoo have come up with a very cool and “revolutionary product” called Turntable RIder that turns any BMX bike into a personal DJ mix pad and instrument. “When a bike becomes a DJ” is the tag line of the Turntable Rider which consists of a small fader box on the handlebars, a jog wheel stick on the wheel and a handbrake soundpad. A rider is able to…
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Bornrich
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Century designs Wings of Time pendant jewellery watch
16 May 2012 | 9:21 amSuchandra Basu: They have been immortalized in works of art. Poets found in them inspirations for literary masterpieces. And now the bird, in all its vivaciousness and embodiment of free spirit, inspires an entire time piece collection. Dubbed Wings Of Time, Century, through its latest range of delicate jewelry watches, pays ode to the bird. A time piece, an expression of artistic brilliance, whichever way you look at it, the Wings Of Time pendant Jewelry watch is an ultimate show stealer. Century design Wings of Time pendant jewellery watch The spectacular jewelry watch is the baby of… -
The new Fagor induction hob with Freezone technology comes with "pasta function"
16 May 2012 | 9:16 amSuchandra Basu: With newer innovations and ideas popping up left, right and center, the kitchen has come to resemble a “melting pot” of technological experiments. We had told you about the Electrolux 3D hob earlier. Stylish and energy efficient, it packed functionality and creativity in one suitcase. Keyhole hob, another Electrolux creation that we reported on, bagged the prestigious gold award at the 2010 Singapore Design awards. European in design, the hob was meant primarily for Asian kitchens. And now, evoking fresh memories of hob- related experiments in the past, Fagor present their… -
Bonhams to auction greatest single collection of Montblanc pens
16 May 2012 | 8:08 amSuchandra Basu: It all began three decades ago in 1978. In recognition of his extraordinary performance, Mel Wimore’s employers gifted him a stunning Montblanc pen. Overjoyed, inspired, Mel embarked on his decades-long journey with Montblanc pens- a journey which culminates this June with The Mel Wilmore Collection of Extraordinary Montblancs auction at Bonhams. And before the gavel bangs on the exquisite pieces, they will be showcased at cities like Hong Kong and New York. Bonhams earlier collaborated with Butterfields for hosting an auction of rare Montblanc pens, including the the… -
Lily Safra's “The Hope Ruby” is the most expensive ruby ring at $6,742,440
16 May 2012 | 7:51 amSurbhi Sharma: American billionaire Lily Safra’s jewelry auction continues to establish record results. Christie’s auction of Lily Safra’s jewels includes the largest collection of single-owner JAR jewels to ever go on auction. The private jewelry collection raised a total of $37.9 million, exceeding its pre-sale estimate of $20 million. The collection also set a record for the most expensive ruby ring auctioned at $6,742,440. This top of the lot Burmese ruby diamond ring was designed by Chaumet. Safra’s ‘The Hope Ruby’ highlighted a cushion-shaped red stone weighing… -
Synergy aircraft is a personal airplane with better fuel economy than cars
16 May 2012 | 7:09 amAbdul Vahid V: Flying in the air has always been costlier than having a ride on road in a car. But it seems that the scenario is for an immediate overturn or so claims designer John McGinnis, the man behind the innovative Synergy aircraft. The current evolution of aircraft engineering gives us enough confidence to think so. We have earlier told you about Yuneec electric sport airplane prototype priced at around $89,000, and the highly fuel-efficient Pipistrel’s Panthera four-seater airplane. The compact of the lot is this small passenger airplane, called the Synergy with a mesmeric…
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Cloning or Imaging a Mac Hard Drive Explained
14 May 2012 | 9:42 amMajority of the people get confused between hard drive cloning and hard drive imaging and do not understand whether they have to clone their Mac hard drive or image it! Since cloning softwareprovides both options to clone and create an image of the hard drive, both options look almost the same. They both copy the entire content of hard drive or hard drive volume thus it is very obvious to get confused. To know the basic difference between these two terms, we have to understand their basic definitions and the reason for segregating these two. Cloning: The literal meaning of cloning is… -
Security Tips for Mobile Business
9 May 2012 | 11:11 amConvenience and added efficiency are just some of the things that a mobile business can give you. However, even if it does look quite attractive to become a “mobile entrepreneur”, a great portion of your capability to do business on the go actually lies on the fact that it requires several modern computer and communication technologies. Simply using them to conduct business is just one thing, and properly utilizing every single aspect of the technology WITHOUT endangering your security is another. If you want to keep your mobile businesses from being ruined by cyberattackers, here… -
Scammers Out in Force for Mother’s Day
7 May 2012 | 10:48 amEach year we honor our mother’s for all the good they’ve done for us and the love that comes with it. Unfortunately, low life crooks use this day to peddle their scams to steal money from people. Scammers will re-purpose content and graphics (logos) from legitimate web sites that offer flowers, gifts, etc. and try to fool users into thinking it’s a legitimate web site. Scammers use holiday’s to target victims by sending email spam to promote their scams to get users to submit credit card and other personal information to be used for illegal activities and identity theft. If you… -
Amazon Product Cancelation Scam
2 May 2012 | 9:03 amThere’s an email purporting to be from Amazon, claiming that a product has been canceled and the recipient needs to take action by clicking on the link inside the email. If a user clicks on the link inside the email, it will redirect the user to a malicious web site that has the ability to install a Trojan without the user’s consent or knowledge. These Trojans are known to install a rogue antivirus programs that falsely alerts and reports security threats on a user’s computer. These rogue and or fake security programs are distributed for the purpose of stealing your money by scamming… -
Comcast’s New Fully Integrated Home Monitoring System
1 May 2012 | 8:54 amXfinity Home, the brainchild of Comcast’s Mitch Bowling is the new home monitoring system, now available for all Comcast customers who use the company’s wireless data network. Xfinity Home combines smart home monitoring functions such as remote lighting and temperature controls with an inclusive home security system. This intelligent combo can control all aspects of home monitoring for its customers, remotely. There is a basic and a preferred option available. Both options monitor homes twenty four hours a day, seven days a week. The basic model provides home security protection that…
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Tech Bytes 5-16-12
16 May 2012 | 10:36 amLatest technology news with Diana Perez 5-16-12 Keywords: wsyr_featured_video, wsyr_techbytes Most Commented PostsGearCrave Giveaway: 25 Free T-shirts from DesignByHumans!GearCrave Giveaway: Soul Calibur IV (x5)GearCrave Giveaway: Vestal Watches (x5)GearCrave Giveaway: Obaku Harmony Watches!GearCrave Giveaway: 5 Audio Technica ATH-ANC3 In-Ear HeadphonesGearCrave Giveaway: FreeStyle Watches (x5)GearCrave Giveaway: KarmaLoop.com Shopping Spree (3 x $100) -
Tech Tuesday May 15, 2012
15 May 2012 | 11:06 pmTech Tuesday May 15, 2012 Keywords: Most Commented PostsGearCrave Giveaway: 25 Free T-shirts from DesignByHumans!GearCrave Giveaway: Soul Calibur IV (x5)GearCrave Giveaway: Vestal Watches (x5)GearCrave Giveaway: Obaku Harmony Watches!GearCrave Giveaway: 5 Audio Technica ATH-ANC3 In-Ear HeadphonesGearCrave Giveaway: FreeStyle Watches (x5)GearCrave Giveaway: KarmaLoop.com Shopping Spree (3 x $100) -
Scam Watch: Microsoft Tech Support Scam 5-15-12
15 May 2012 | 9:51 pmComputer errors can be a headache, but they could become an even bigger headache if you take a phone call from someone claiming to be from Microsoft. Keywords: wsyr_featured_video, wsyr_reporters_christie_casciano, wsyr_top_stories Most Commented PostsGearCrave Giveaway: 25 Free T-shirts from DesignByHumans!GearCrave Giveaway: Soul Calibur IV (x5)GearCrave Giveaway: Vestal Watches (x5)GearCrave Giveaway: Obaku Harmony Watches!GearCrave Giveaway: 5 Audio Technica ATH-ANC3 In-Ear HeadphonesGearCrave Giveaway: FreeStyle Watches (x5)GearCrave Giveaway: KarmaLoop.com Shopping Spree (3 x $100) -
Wireless Retinal Implants Could Help Restore Vision
15 May 2012 | 5:06 pmResearchers at Stanford are designing a device that works with nerve cells in the retina to send visual information to the brain. They say this implant could help people with some forms of blindness see. Keywords: Stanford,wireless,Implants,dist-youtube,blind,retina,newsy,tech Most Commented PostsGearCrave Giveaway: 25 Free T-shirts from DesignByHumans!GearCrave Giveaway: Soul Calibur IV (x5)GearCrave Giveaway: Vestal Watches (x5)GearCrave Giveaway: Obaku Harmony Watches!GearCrave Giveaway: 5 Audio Technica ATH-ANC3 In-Ear HeadphonesGearCrave Giveaway: FreeStyle Watches (x5)GearCrave… -
Tuesday Sector Laggards: Water Utilities, Transportation Services
15 May 2012 | 4:06 pmIn trading on Tuesday, water utilities shares were relative laggards, down on the day by about 1.6%. Helping drag down the group were shares of Tri Tech Holding (TRIT), down about 6.5% and shares of Companhia DE Saneamento Basi (SBS) down about 1.7% on the day. Keywords: TRIT,SBS,AL,AMID,Business,Personal Finance,Market Movers Most Commented PostsGearCrave Giveaway: 25 Free T-shirts from DesignByHumans!GearCrave Giveaway: Soul Calibur IV (x5)GearCrave Giveaway: Vestal Watches (x5)GearCrave Giveaway: Obaku Harmony Watches!GearCrave Giveaway: 5 Audio Technica ATH-ANC3 In-Ear HeadphonesGearCrave…
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Samsung Galaxy Note ICS update roll out begins
10 May 2012 | 12:17 pmSamsung’s Galaxy Note is doing quite well for a device that is a small tablet/large phone and the Android 4.0 update is reportedly starting to roll out now. -
Laridian co-founder Jeff Wheeler leaves behind eternal legacy for mobile Christians
9 May 2012 | 9:32 amI’ve been using Laridian’s Bible applications for over 12 years so was saddened by the news that their co-founder passed away this week at the young age of just 49. -
Evernote acquires Penultimate; iPad note taking fans rejoice
7 May 2012 | 9:38 amEvernote just announced the acquisition of Penultimate, the extremely popular inking application on the Apple iPad. -
Capability and ease of use earned MOTOACTV a place on my wrist (review & gallery)
4 May 2012 | 7:45 amFor those looking to have a device that tracks workout details and serves multiple key functions, then the Motorola MOTOACTV is a device to consider. -
Big Jambox delivers more portable sound in a slick package
1 May 2012 | 6:00 amI enjoy using my Jambox with my phones and home projector to enjoy high quality audio. Jawbone’s new Jambox delivers even more sound in a larger form factor speaker accessory.
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Asus rolls out Face Unlock update for the Eee Pad Transformer
16 May 2012 | 1:00 pmAsus is rolling out a minor software update for the Asus Eee Pad Transformer tablet in the US and Canada. The last major update allowed users to upgrade from Android 3.2 to Android 4.0. Today's update improves stability and offers a few new features including support for Face Unlock, letting you unlock your device by gazing into the front-facing camera.... Read more » Asus rolls out Face Unlock update for the Eee Pad Transformer is a post from: Liliputing -
Deals of the Day (5-16-2012)
16 May 2012 | 12:08 pmThe Barnes & Noble NOOK Tablet is a 7 inch tablet with a 1 GHz dual core processor and a 1024 x 600 pixel display. Prices normally start at $199 for an 8GB model. But today B&N is selling the 8GB tablet through its eBay store for just $149. That makes the entry level NOOK Tablet cheaper than the older NOOK... Read more » Deals of the Day (5-16-2012) is a post from: Liliputing -
Microsoft Signature Series: Windows PCs without bloatware
16 May 2012 | 10:21 amYou know how when you buy a new PC it usually comes not just with the latest version of Microsoft Windows, but also umpteen different apps and special offers cluttering the desktop? There's a decent chance you don't actually want or need most of those programs -- and they may even be slowing down your PC. That's why Microsoft has... Read more » Microsoft Signature Series: Windows PCs without bloatware is a post from: Liliputing -
Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 may have Exynos quad core processor
16 May 2012 | 8:16 amWhen Samsung unveiled the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 tablet in February the company said it would have a 1.4 GHz dual core processor. But that was then. Now it looks like the company may be giving the 10 inch tablet a bit of a spec bump before launch. Nordic Hardware spotted some benchmark results that suggest the tablet will ship... Read more » Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 may have Exynos quad core processor is a post from: Liliputing -
Sony gives upgrades S Series 13, 15 inch notebooks to Ivy Bridge
15 May 2012 | 6:00 pmSony has announced plans to update its S Series line of notebooks with Intel Ivy Bridge (3rd generation Core family) processors. Here's why I find that interesting: While these aren't technically part of Sony's ultrabook lineup, the 13.3 inch S Series notebooks weigh less than 3.7 pounds, measure less than an inch thick, and currently have starting prices as low... Read more » Sony gives upgrades S Series 13, 15 inch notebooks to Ivy Bridge is a post from: Liliputing
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Pinterest valuation hits $1 billion
16 May 2012 | 1:26 pmThis week the folks at Pinterest are getting set up to move on a third round of funding as a source close to the matter reveals that the group will soon have its value set at more than $1 billion. This source spoke with TNW and let them know that Pinterest’s newest deal will put them at a valuation “slightly in excess” of $1 billion, this putting the company up in range with what Facebook valued Instagram’s purchase at back at the start of April – (Facebook also purchased the whole staff of Lightbox this week as well, if you want to know.) This most recent round… -
Verizon CFO kills Unlimited Data for LTE upgrades
16 May 2012 | 1:08 pmThis week at the 40th J.P. Morgan Technology, Media and Telecom conference, Verizon CFO Fran Shammo said that the company would have all grandfathered 3G unlimited data plans migrating to 4G turned away from unlimited data in the very near future. This update will have the original $30 a month plan axed entirely for those making the switch, with users wishing to stay on 3G continuing to keep their unlimited plans for the foreseeable future. By mid-summer, all 3G update candidates to 4G will be on the company’s data-share plan. This new data-share plan will be launched by the middle of… -
Venstar’s home thermostat boasts touchscreen, WiFi, and mobile app
16 May 2012 | 12:59 pmVenstar is giving the good old thermostat a techie makeover with a new Skyport WiFi Key for its ColorTouch residential thermostat. The Skyport WiFi Key allows the thermostats to connect to the company’s Skyport Cloud Services, which lets users remotely monitor and control their thermostats via Venstar’s mobile app. The new cloud access is compatible with the most devices, including the iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch as well as BlackBerry and Android devices. It can also be accessed over the web via Macs and PCs. The new ColorTouch mobile app lets users monitor and control up to 10… -
Sony’s Steve Jobs biopic signs on Aaron Sorkin
16 May 2012 | 12:23 pmSony has officially signed on Academy Award-winning screenwriter Aaron Sorkin to pen the screenplay for the studio’s Steve Jobs biopic, according to Variety. Since the Apple founder and former CEO passed away last October, there have been plenty of speculation as to whether or not Sorkin would take on the task of writing the tech visionary’s life story for the big screen. Sony optioned screen rights for Walter Isaacson’s biography of Jobs and has been courting Sorkin from the start to adapt the screenplay. Sorkin most recently wrote the script for the critically acclaimed… -
iPhone 5 production starts in June
16 May 2012 | 11:58 amWith the Summer season upon us, it’s the mobile world that we once again look to for the most surprises, especially from Apple with it’s upcoming iPhone 5, it being a “full refresh” season for the smartphone maker. Apple has for the past several years created a complete refresh of an iPhone, then an “S” version, then a complete refresh once more, this resulting in last year’s iPhone 4S and this year’s big jump into the future: the iPhone 5. What we’re hearing this week is that the production of this next-level smartphone will start with…
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Twilk — "Put your followers on your Twitter background"
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Canevas — Woven furniture that dissolves into nothingness
16 May 2012 | 12:01 pmDesigned by Charlotte Lancelot for Gan Rugs by Gandia Blasco. [via the New York Times] -
The complete Shakespeare — Free, the way we like it
16 May 2012 | 11:01 amAs I recall, back when I was an undergrad at UCLA I took an English class focusing on Shakespeare and the textbook was a two-inch-thick volume, expensive by my standards at the time, which included Shakespeare's complete works. Fast forward... -
FOLD Cutting Board
16 May 2012 | 10:01 amA 2005 design by Brussels-based Charlotte Lancelot. "A cutting board in polyethylene. Its bent-up corners act like a spout, guiding the chopped contents in the right direction." I'd buy one if they were for sale. -
A note on my type
16 May 2012 | 9:01 amAs a rule I like to feature stuff you won't find elsewhere online, at least not in the usual hangouts. To that end, the collected scope and reach of joehead Nation provides endless incoming links and post material, such that...
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Flipboard (iOS App) Adds SoundCloud, NPR, PRI
16 May 2012 | 11:30 amFlipboard, the social and visual news aggregator app for iPhone, iPad and recently has been ported to Android, just added sounds to the available list of selection. Other sources include your Facebook newsfeed, your Twitter timeline, photos from Instagram. Similar to reading contents, Flipboard team curates and make available few well known audio sources such NPR, PRI, TWIT, etc.. Power users can always add the RSS from their favorite Podcasts. Once added, app users can play the audio. If the feed contains a list of mp3, then the audio files will be played sequentially. There is a small… -
Android Powered Washstand
15 May 2012 | 10:02 pmA Japanese company just shows off a prototype of an Android powered mirror mount on a washstand or in a bathroom. The mirror is acting as a giant monitor translucent screen that interacts with the user via sensors hidden behind the screen. The Android embedded device is connected to the Web via WiFi, Ethernet wire or even cellular network for its versatility in placement in public environment such bathroom in mall, Hotel, Airport, etc… The use cases are numerous such providing weight, taking photo, etc.. for healthcare facilities, product demo, weather, map, or just purely… -
Google Chrome Browser Sync’s Your Tabs Across Computers, Mobile…
15 May 2012 | 5:10 pmToday Google released a stable version of its Chrome browser that lets users find their open browser tabs from one computer to another or even on Chrome for Android Beta. This feature is enable when you sign-in to Chrome. Along with the open tabs, you also syncs your bookmarks, apps, extensions, history, themes, and other settings as well. Oh did we mention that the back and forward buttons will even work, so you can pick up browsing right where you left off. When you sign in to Chrome, you can have your personal Chrome experience on all your devices. Just go to the Chrome menu and… -
Apple is Revamping iCloud with Photo Sharing Capability
14 May 2012 | 7:20 pmNeedless to say Mobile photo sharing is hot. As Apple is readying to announce its new mobile version, iOS6, at the company Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) in June, this morning, the WSJ reports the Cupertino giant will add more features on its iCloud, a cloud centric service already used by 125 million Mac, iOS users to keep in sync their contents. The notable new feature is the ability to share photos. Until now, photos can only be sync’ed and displayed on the iOS/Mac devices. iCloud has been available on the Web, but only displays contents such Calendar, email, iWork documents. It… -
Create Stunning Smooth Slow Motion Video on iPhone with SloPro App
13 May 2012 | 12:52 pmLet us introduce you to another awesome tool for your iPhone 4S videography enjoyment. A new utility called SloPro, which can simulate video capturing at 720p 60 frames per second on your iPhone 4S. The magic is in the next editing step that SloPro lets you render a portion of your footage in smooth slow motion with total absence of choppiness. The rendering amazingly does not take usual additional time at all. Once you are happy with your creation, the app lets you share to your popular Social Networking circles and even exporting your raw video to iTunes. The app is free in the app…
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Popular Science - Gadgets
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Sorry, But Google Goggles Won't Provide The Terminator-Like Vision You Were Hoping For
15 May 2012 | 1:35 pmGoogle Goggles Demo AR Information in your face. Sorry wannabe Google Gogglers, but your Terminator-styled visual overlays are not going to be here as soon as you might have wanted. Google is still being quite dodgy with the details surrounding its much-anticipated augmented reality glasses, but CNET confirms after spending some time at Google HQ that informational overlays will be more restricted, displaying above the normal line of sight, "about where the edge of an umbrella might be." That's something of a far cry from the in-your-face, information-heavy overlay Google teased us with in… -
Hands-On and In-Depth With Leica's Black & White Only M-Monochrom Digital
15 May 2012 | 10:40 amLeica M-Monochrom Dan Bracaglia It may sound crazy to release a digital camera in 2012 that only shoots in black & white, but that's exactly what Leica has done with the $8,000 M-Monochrom rangefinder. But in PopPhoto's hands-on test, the Monochrom's stunning ability to capture detail shows that there's a bit more to the story. Check out the full report here. -
New iPad App 123D Catch Turns Pictures Into Printable 3-D Renders
11 May 2012 | 9:34 am123D Catch Autodesk Autodesk, one of the premier 3-D printing companies out there right now--they make AutoCAD, the pioneering software--has a new app out for iPad that aims to make 3-D printing easier. Just snap a bunch of pictures of the object you want to reproduce from different angles, and the app, cleverly named 123D Catch, creates a 3-D rendering automatically. We're pretty excited about this concept--3-D printing is one of those nascent technologies that's getting better and cheaper all the time, and everybody assumes that some form of the tech will be a major part of our lives in the… -
This $8,000 Leica Camera Only Shoots in Black and White
10 May 2012 | 3:46 pmLeica M-Monochrom Dan Bracaglia The Leica M-Monochrom is in a lot of ways much like the Leica M9. It's beautiful, compact, exceedingly expensive, with great image quality--a Maserati of a camera. The M-Monochrom, though, costs $1,000 more than the already expensive M9, and, by some definitions, you get less. The M-Monochrom, you see, only shoots in black and white. No color. Ever. The lack of a color filter in front of the sensor apparently lets more light in, which results in less noise in low light and a better dynamic range. Also, it's badass, in a kind of White Stripesian… -
My Three Hours With the Most Violent Videogame I've Ever Seen
10 May 2012 | 12:29 pmSniper Elite V2 KillCam Rebellion/505 GamesSniper Elite V2's hyper-realistic, surgically accurate KillCam feature takes you inside your victim's body to see precisely how your bullet will end his life. Will gamers embrace the gore, or is the KillCam a step over the line? The creators of Sniper Elite V2, a third-person World War II shooter released this week, know that the success of a modern video game comes down to the details. They worked closely with historians to nail the feel of 1945 Berlin, all the way down to the pattern of the wallpaper inside a typical German home. The typeface on…
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Samsung Galaxy S 3 – Bigger, faster and more intuitive to use
9 May 2012 | 8:01 pmFinally after much waiting, the Samsung Galaxy S3 has been announced. In summary, I believe it’s a decent upgrade from the Samsung Galaxy S2 and Galaxy Nexus with pluses for the gutsy new Samsung Exynos quad core processor inside (non-US LTE version), running Android 4.0, larger 4.8″ screen and enhanced user interaction functionality. I really like it and will be upgrading my Samsung Galaxy Nexus! Despite being bigger, faster and easier to use, there are grumblings online about the PenTile display which is considered inferior to Super AMOLED Plus displays. Unless users know about… -
iOS 5.1.1 Update Available
8 May 2012 | 10:55 pmApple have just release another update to iOS. This is version 5.1.1. So convenient being able to update via mobile data these days without having to plug in. The most important feature of this update is improved reliability of HDR photo capture when in screen lock mode. Will definitely be testing this out today. Here’s the full list of improvements with the iOS 5.1.1 update: P.S. this post was done on my iPhone 4S Related Posts:HTC TyTN II 6.1 Performance Update Out OfficiallyNokia N96 Gets a Firmware Update : North American VersionReleased: Apple iPhone 2.0.1 FirmwareHTC TyTN II 6.1… -
9 tips to get more followers on Instagram
24 Apr 2012 | 11:28 pmI was surprised to see that there were over 2,000 people following me on @instagram on the weekend (my username is @mr_gadget). This is one of my favourite iPhone apps because it forces me to use my creative muscle everytime I use it. Creativity is so underrated these days. I try not to just post every thing I’m about to devour but rather focus on sharing bits of my life that I think are interesting or inspiring. The above is a recent @instagram I took that people seem to be drawn to. One other aspect I like about @instagram is that I’m able to very quickly, visually, see what all… -
Presenting the Aranez Swivel New iPad Leather Case
15 Apr 2012 | 7:45 pmLooking for an amazing New iPad leather case? Check out the Aranez Swivel New iPad Leather Case that has just been announced. The key feature of this New iPad Leather Case is that the iPad screen can be rotated 360 degrees to either view handsfree in either portrait or landscape. Of course the other noteworthy features of this case is that it is made from high-grade cow leather. It’s on sale today at www.aranez.com. Press Release for Aranez Swivel New iPad Leather Case: Melbourne, 16th April, 2012 – Today Aranez officially announced availability of the Aranez Swivel New… -
5 Reasons Why You Need a 50mm – Video by @digitalrev
1 Apr 2012 | 3:46 pmLast week, I took my Canon 5D M2 with my wife’s Canon 50mm f1.4 lens to a work celebration function – I forgot how much I love using a 50mm! The lack of zoom and prime functionality makes you think a little bit more about your photography, especially composition. After the posting the photos online, I had a couple of queries about the lens and camera that I used. As a result, one of my work colleagues purchased a 50mm. Below is a great and entertaining video by my friends at @digitalrev. In this video Kai gives 5 reasons why you need to get a 50mm – I agree with all his…
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Buying Electronics is All About Timing
14 May 2012 | 4:00 amhttp://thewirecutter.com/2012/04/do...tuff-right-now/This article talks about the timing of purchasing electronics - there's always a cycle, and timing the cycle will get you the best products for your dollar. Sometimes that means buying at the end of a cycle, to save money, and other times it means holding off purchasing until the start of a new cycle so you can get the newest technology. Myself, I'm waiting for the release of the Panasonic VT50, a TV that was announced at CES to rave reviews. I've set aside money to make the purchase, and am patiently waiting for it to be released (should… -
How To Make XBMC Easier To Use
13 May 2012 | 4:00 amhttp://lifehacker.com/5908682/how-t...y-for-non+geeks"So you've created a kickass, play-anything media center with XBMC, but it's a too hard for your less tech-savvy friends and family members to use. Here are a few ways to make your home theater PC so easy that your four year old could use it."XBMC is a powerful media platform, but it's not always the easiest thing to use - especially for the "regular" types of users who weren't the ones to set it up in the first place. This article walks you through some of the ways to optimize the whole experience. Worth a read! -
Multiple Computers Controlled With ShareMouse
12 May 2012 | 7:32 pmhttp://lifehacker.com/5907028/share...-setup-required"If you have more than one computer at your workspace, ShareMouse will let you control them all with a single keyboard and mouse, as well as copy and paste text between them and drag files back and forth."If you're looking for a simpler way to use a single mouse and keyboard across multiple computers, and found Synergy a little too hard to set up, ShareMouse is worth a look! -
Digital Photography Review Reviews the Nikon D800
9 May 2012 | 5:30 amhttp://www.dpreview.com/reviews/nikon-d800-d800e/"When the Nikon D800 was announced, the specification that got everyone's attention was - and to a large degree still is - the massive pixel count of its 36.3MP CMOS sensor. When a moderately-sized full-frame DSLR body aspires to go toe-to-toe with medium format cameras and backs at a fraction of their price, other attributes can seem secondary."DPReview.com has reviewed the D800, and what can I say? It's a phenomenal camera. The 36 megapixel sensor is truly state of the art, and the camera built around it is no slouch either. If you ask me,… -
Olympus Announces Tough TG-1 iHS
8 May 2012 | 3:30 amhttp://www.dpreview.com/news/2012/0...-compact-camera"Olympus has announced the Tough TG-1 iHS, a high-end rugged, waterproof compact camera. The main selling point of the camera is its 25-100mm equivalant F2.0-4.9 zoom lens. The TG-1 is tougher than previous Tough models, being waterproof to 12m (40ft) and shockproof from a height of 2m (6.6ft) and will have optional waterproof fisheye and telephoto converter lenses available."What is iHS supposed to mean? Anyway, this is a new Tough camera with increased specifications from the previous models. In particular, the 4x 25mm-100mm equivalent…
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Rock Out Apps Slippery Seal
16 May 2012 | 8:35 amA company called Rock Out Apps has introduced Slippery Seal, a new App Store game for kids, which offers fun and eco-friendly education. The game follows the exploits of Slippery the Harbor Seal as he swims from San Francisco to Alaska in a side-scrolling adventure. Along the way, the seal finds clams to keep up his strength for the journey home, all the while, fighting off equally hungry creatures looking to make a meal out of him. Slippery Seal includes 10 beautiful Pacific Coast Highway locales, and the 99-cent game is compatible with all devices running iOS 4.1 or later. Additionally, a… -
iGrow Laser Hair Growth System (video)
15 May 2012 | 8:00 amWhether you've tried foams, gels, laser combs, pills, treatments, ointments or whatever the case, a lot of these "regrowing hair" methods are old news. Enter laser-based hair rejuvenation and the iGrow Laser Hair Growth System by Apira Science. The iGrow helmet is a stylish new wearable device that stuffs 21 laser diodes and 30 LED lights into the lid, and matches the output of most clinical hair lasers. Ideally, it should result in thicker, fuller and healthier hair, according to Aspira. In just a few short months, you should experience more stimulated hair follicles, which will result in a… -
Bowers & Wilkins P3 Headphones
14 May 2012 | 8:00 amWhen it comes to professional music listening, fans are somewhat divided when it comes to sound. Some like sound reproduction, while others demand that a good sound should have the look to match. If you belongs to the latter camp, then there's good news. A more affordable version of the B&W P5 Headphones, known as the P3, is coming to you this June. Priced $100 cheaper than the P5, the P3 does suffer from some trimmings such as fabric-wrapped ear cups instead of sheepskin leather, and 30mm drivers as opposed to the 40mm drivers found on the P5s. Having said that, however, you will still get… -
Five Essential Gadgets to Help Your Camping Trip Go With a Bang
12 May 2012 | 5:00 amAsk a purist and they'll tell you that camping is all about the simplicity. They'll tell you that camping is about shunning material positions and getting back to nature. I disagree. In my eyes camping is about one thing and one thing alone; and that is having fun. With that in mind, here is a collection of five handy gadgets that can help to make your laid back and relaxing vacation even more enjoyable. Portable BBQ Camping food sucks; let's be honest here. Those little paraffin burners that are considered standard camping equipment are just about good enough for the production of soup,… -
Jawbone BigJambox (video)
11 May 2012 | 8:00 amWhat's better than the Jambox? How about a bigger, more powerful version of the portable Bluetooth speaker? That's right, Jawbone just announced plans for a Jambox on steroids and it's called the BigJambox. Jawbone hasn't said how much more powerful this larger version of the Jambox is, but just based on size alone, it's clear that this version of the Jambox will probably be almost twice as loud, which should equate to an output level of over 160dB. Like its smaller version, the original Jambox, inside are a pair of proprietary acoustic drivers, dual passive bass radiators and a mic for…
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Spot Cool Stuff: Tech
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Canon EOS 5D Mark III vs Mark II
10 May 2012 | 1:57 pmFor years now, the Canon EOS 5D Mark II has been a favorite mid-range digital SLR among serious photographers. The workhorse of a camera took professional-quality images and offered a huge feature set—and did so for a relatively low price. Then, two things happened: First, Canon came out with an updated version of the Mark II—the EOS 5D Mark III. Second, Canon reduced the price of the Mark II by $500. Both the 5D Mark II and 5D Mark III are, inarguably, excellent full-feature SLR cameras. But now that there’s a serious 5D choice, which of the two is the better option for you? Spot… -
Take a Google Street View Tour of the Amazon
10 May 2012 | 1:47 pmYou might think of Google Street View as that feature of Google Maps that let’s you look at ground level photographs of your childhood home, a new restaurant you are trying to locate or some other street-side destination. But for several years now, Google has been expanding Street View to all sorts of locations that, well, don’t have any streets. You can use Street View to climb up the Swiss Alps, trek in Antarctica or tour some of the world’s greatest art museums. And, now, you can also use Google Street View to explore along the Amazon River. Read the rest on our cool… -
The Samsung Galaxy Note: Phone or Tablet?
28 Apr 2012 | 2:50 pmIs it a tablet? Or is it a phone? That’s the tagline on billboards advertising the new Samsung Galaxy Note. When the company selling a product expresses uncertainly about what exactly their product is, you know you are dealing with something different. Indeed, the Samsung Note really is something different—a new hybrid product that’s both an oversized phone and an undersized tablet. The phonelet weighs 6.3 ounces (178 grams) and has a 5.3-inch display—more than the largest smartphone and less than the smallest tablet. The Android operating system, powered by 1.4GHz dual-core… -
Scam or Deal? SatelliteDirect TV On Your Computer
13 Apr 2012 | 1:05 pmIt’s becoming increasingly easy to ditch your monthly cable or satellite bill and watch television over the internet instead. Several networks stream their television shows directly on their own websites. In addition, you can watch television through services like Cracked and Hulu, and stream movies on a computer, smart TV or portable media player via Netflix and Amazon Instant Video. Of course, none of those offer an array of live television channels over the internet. But there is a software product that claims to: SatelliteDirect. But does the service really deliver 3,500 channels of… -
Face Wash Is Now an Appcessory
5 Apr 2012 | 11:06 amSpot Cool Stuff wakes up cranky. We are not morning people.† This is why we depend upon caffeine. And why we are fans of Chief’s Energizing Face Wash for men. Dabbing it onto your skin, then splashing water onto your face, it’s hard to not feel like you’re in a York Peppermint Patty commercial. Indeed, there’s a fair amount of peppermint in Chief’s Face Wash. There’s eucalyptus too. And ginseng and menthol and a hint of rosemary. Altogether, it wallops you with a refreshing minty morning pick-me-up. So what’s a review of a face wash doing on a…
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DVICE
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Google planning a sea of Nexus devices from different makers
16 May 2012 | 2:32 pmGoogle traditionally works with one handset maker to build its flagship "Nexus" Android smartphone. The Wall Street Journal says Google is looking to expand the amount of Nexus smartphones by partnering up with more than one OEM (original equipment manufacturer). -
Insanely fast laser manages to catch electrons ionizing atoms
16 May 2012 | 1:47 pmIonization is when an an atom loses or gains an electron. This happens to lots of atoms, but it happens so fast that nobody has ever caught ionization in the act. Now, scientists at the Vienna University of Technology have used an attosecond laser pulse to watch as a single electron packs its bags and takes off on its own. -
Cityscape rises from old pieces of movable type
16 May 2012 | 1:03 pm"Type City" is an art installation by artist Hong Seon Jang. Jang's taken pieces of movable type from an old printing press to build an impressive grey Gotham that at a glance one could mistake for an old black and white photo of New York. -
A new perspective on the Earth as the 'Blue Marble'
16 May 2012 | 12:15 pmEven the latest picture from space showing a gloriously colorful Earth hasn't changed the view that we are largely covered in water. Well, this new depiction takes all of the Earth's water and gives it some scale as a 3D visualization in comparison with our planet. The result is pretty surprising. -
Out-of-this-world Space Shuttle food truck lands on eBay
16 May 2012 | 10:45 amImagine this food truck orbiting your office building at lunchtime, looking for a place to dock and to dispense rocket fuel. Our giggling could go on and on but let's bring this down to Earth: the owners of this fully functioning Space Shuttle food truck have put the vehicle on eBay and it can be yours for $150,000.
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Coolest Gadget Reviews
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Critics Charge Siri Ads Misleading, Deceptive
16 May 2012 | 10:48 amWhen Apple launched the iPhone 4S, one of the new features that peaked the curiosity of many Apple fans was Siri, the female voice assistant. Over the months, we’ve seen a few YouTube videos regarding Siri’s responses to various obscure questions. (...)Read the rest of Critics Charge Siri Ads Misleading, Deceptive © Coolest Gadget Reviews, 2012. Coated brings you the coolest gadgets and best geek toys. Critics Charge Siri Ads Misleading, Deceptive | Apple News | Post tags: Apple -
GM Pulls Out, Chrysler, Ford Keep facebook Ads
16 May 2012 | 8:55 amYesterday, the US auto maker General Motors announced their intentions of dropping Facebook ads due to their poor performance. This news came on the heels of an MSNBC report which showed that a trust issue existed between Facebook users and the social networking site with many users not feeling safe or comfortable buying products or services through Facebook. (...)Read the rest of GM Pulls Out, Chrysler, Ford Keep facebook Ads © Coolest Gadget Reviews, 2012. Coated brings you the coolest gadgets and best geek toys. GM Pulls Out, Chrysler, Ford Keep facebook Ads | Online News | Post tags:… -
Next iPhone Model To Have Bigger Screens
16 May 2012 | 8:40 amThe other day, we reported that there were strong rumours that seemed to indicate that Apple would maintain their refresh cycle for the iPhone and as such, a new iPhone model could be expected later this year, perhaps around September/October. (...)Read the rest of Next iPhone Model To Have Bigger Screens © Coolest Gadget Reviews, 2012. Coated brings you the coolest gadgets and best geek toys. Next iPhone Model To Have Bigger Screens | Apple News | Post tags: Apple -
Facebook Monetization Model Needs Work
15 May 2012 | 10:37 amWith much of the financial world watching the world’s biggest social networking site Facebook as it prepares to offer its initial public offering (IPO), there is no doubt that the company has some challenges in front of it. (...)Read the rest of Facebook Monetization Model Needs Work © Coolest Gadget Reviews, 2012. Coated brings you the coolest gadgets and best geek toys. Facebook Monetization Model Needs Work | Online News | Post tags: facebook -
More Evidence Of New iPhone Release This Year
15 May 2012 | 9:01 amThe latest indications are that Apple is gearing up to launch their next iPhone model in the second half of this year. In doing so, the Cupertino company would essentially be maintaining the life-cycle that it established for itself with the iPhone 4S which came out last year. (...)Read the rest of More Evidence Of New iPhone Release This Year © Coolest Gadget Reviews, 2012. Coated brings you the coolest gadgets and best geek toys. More Evidence Of New iPhone Release This Year | Apple News | Post tags: Apple
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TechFresh, Consumer Electronics Guide
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ASUS SBW-06C2X-U 3D Blu-ray Writer
16 May 2012 | 12:12 amASUS has proudly introduced the new ASUS SBW-06C2X-U 3D Blu-ray writer. The Blu-ray burner supports BDXL, 6x Blu-ray writes, Blu-ray 3D playback, 5.1 channel Dolby EX, DTS-HD and 2D-to-3D conversions. It has the ability to upscale a DVD quality video to a 1080p HD video. This 3D Blu-ray Writer is also compatible with both Mac and Windows operating systems. Unfortunately, there is no info on pricing or availability so far. [HotHardware] -
Thermaltake Water 2.0 All-in-one LCS Series
15 May 2012 | 11:58 pmThermaltake has unveiled its latest product in the form of the Thermaltake Water 2.0 all-in-one LCS series. The series comprises of three different water cooling systems, including the Water 2.0 Performer, Water 2.0 Pro and Water 2.0 Extreme. The Water 2.0 Performer is designed for first-timer users of LCS. It uses a standard size 120mm radiator that fits most PC cases. The Water 2.0 Pro provides a standard radiator and a single 120mm fan slot. And finally, the Water 2.0 Extreme features a large 240mm surface radiator, two 12cm fans for additional heat dissipation and a Windows software to… -
Acer G6 Series Monitors
15 May 2012 | 2:36 pmAcer’s new G6 series monitors provide a Full HD or an HD+ resolution with a 100,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, a 2ms response time, a 16:9 aspect ratio and Stereo speakers. Available in 19-inch, 20-inch, 22-inch, 23-inch, 24-inch and 27-inch models, the Acer G6 series provides several connectivity options such as VGA, DVI and HDMI. Too bad, there is no info on pricing or availability at this moment. [PCLaunches] -
Toshiba Canvio 3.0 Portable HDD Offers 1.5TB Of Storage Space
15 May 2012 | 2:10 pmToshiba has announced the availability of the 1.5TB Canvio 3.0 portable HDD. Available in black, silver, white, red, blue and green, the storage device features an internal shock sensor and a ramp loading technology to help protect your data against accidental bumps or falls. The Toshiba Canvio 3.0 comes pre-formatted using the NTFS Windows file system. The company also provides a NTFS driver for Mac, allowing you to swap, store or access your valuable data between Mac and PC without having to reformat the drive. The 1.5TB Canvio 3.0 portable HDD is priced at $199.99 (with software), or… -
ROCCAT Savu Gaming Mouse
15 May 2012 | 1:49 pmHamburg-based ROCCAT Studios has launched the ROCCAT Savu. It is known as the world’s only optical gaming mouse to feature a superb 4000 dpi sensor. This wired gaming also adopts the Easy-Shift[+] technology for advanced button configuration and a customizable lighting system delivering 16.8 million colors. The ROCCAT Savu gaming mouse works in conjunction with the ROCCAT Achievements Display (R.A.D.), a software that collects user data and provides a range of statistics for analysis such as mouse movement, button clicks, scroll steps, etc. Additional specs include Omron switches, an…
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The Red Ferret Journal - gadgets, cool sites, freeware and tech trivia
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TV Tank hides your big screen with the fish
16 May 2012 | 7:06 amIf you are a lover of expensive and exotic things, chances are you want to find the best of both worlds [...] 174 words | permalink | No comments | digg this -
Game Downloader puts the world of open source games at your fingertips [Freeware]
16 May 2012 | 7:05 amRegular readers will know we’re passionate fans of open source and freeware games. [...] 175 words | permalink | No comments | digg this -
Easel.ly is a cool way to create your own free infographics
16 May 2012 | 6:43 amLove ‘em or hate ‘em, infographics certainly do catch the eye. Like everything else, there are good [...] 136 words | permalink | No comments | digg this -
Silicone Swim Gloves help you swim with the fishes
16 May 2012 | 1:06 amIs there a modern Aquaman movie out yet? No? Well there should be. The idea of swooping around in the water, as graceful [...] 109 words | permalink | No comments | digg this -
Monovelo is like a big wheel for adults
16 May 2012 | 1:00 amWhen I was little, having a Big Wheel made you one of the cool kids. Until you had one, you were just more of the riff [...] 169 words | permalink | No comments | digg this
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Pocket-lint
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APP OF THE DAY: Strava cycling review (iPhone)
16 May 2012 | 12:01 pmGet fit Sometimes free apps can be better than their paid-for equivalents. The world of fitness on the iPhone is undated with all sorts of accelerometer and GPS-integrated applications designed to help you lose the pounds. Problem is, the majority of them cost.? Strava cycling is different, it offers a comprehensive smartphone based aid for the hardcore cyclist, be they road, off-road or indoors. Strava Cycling Format iPhone Price Free Where iTunes First up you are going to want to sign up with Strava. We opted for the direct Facebook linkage approach, which sped up the process no end. Either… -
Mophie Juice Pack Universal Powerstation Pro means you can leave your phone charger at home
16 May 2012 | 12:00 pmFestival essential The Apple Store has begun selling a waterproof Mophie power pack that has enough juice to charge an iPhone three times over. The Mophie Juice Pack Universal Powerstation Pro should go down a treat with festival-goers this summer as it means you won’t have to fight for that one electrical output. With dual USB ports the Mophie Juice Pack Universal Powerstation Pro can charge up to two USB-compatible devices simultaneously, thanks to a 6000-mAh capacity, and will even be able to top up an iPad. So long as the ports are closed, the powerstation is both water and dust… -
LG Optimus UI 3.0 goes head-to-head with Samsung TouchWiz and HTC Sense
16 May 2012 | 11:12 amLG ups the UI ante LG is upping its game in the user interface stakes by upgrading its custom Android menu system to the Optimus UI 3.0.? The new user interface will debut on the LG Optimus LTE II when it arrives in Korea, but will also be preloaded on the LG Optimus 4X HD, which will be arriving here in the UK from June. The LG Optimus UI 3.0 will enable users to launch specific features with preset gestures on the touchscreen once the phone has been unlocked; something the manufacturer is calling “Pattern Lock”. The UI will also make it easier to fire up the phone from sleep… -
Renault Grand Scenic Dynamique TomTom 1.5 dCi
16 May 2012 | 11:07 amA nice place for all the family When it first appeared in 1996, the original Scenic broke ground as the first ‘small’ people carrier to hit our roads. It did without the seven seats of existing people carriers such as its big brother Espace, but brought all that was loved about that format of car like flexible, removable seats, great versatility and loads of storage options to a smaller package. Generation two continued to set the class standard with a distinctive look borrowed from the second generation Megane but even smarter versatility. It also introduced a longer-wheelbase,… -
ITV Digital website offers split screen Euro 2012 experience
16 May 2012 | 9:55 amGame footage and news feed on one page Football fans will be able to enjoy (or commiserate as the case made be) this summer's European Championship via a split-screen facility on ITV Digital’s dedicated Euro 2012 website. Optimised for both smartphones and tablets, the site will broadcast any games being shown on the ITV channel at the top of the webpage while below will be a rolling real-time news feature. Here viewers will be able to get updates to other games including goal highlights, match reports and social media activity such as Twitter updates. Stat fans will have access to…
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OnlyGizmos
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Meg Whitman Has Her Learnings From China, Has Simplified Things At HP
16 May 2012 | 5:43 amMaking a surprise appearance and addressing media at the Global Influencer Summit 2012 in Shanghai, Meg Whitman the new CEO and President of HP took the opportunity of answering a whole lot of questions revolving [...] -
The Innovative Duo From HP – Officejet 150 (Mobile AiO) & the One Wire Thin Client [Video]
16 May 2012 | 12:09 amHere at the HP Global Influencer Summit 2012, we are seeing over 80 new products launch and while the sleek and sexy award goes to the Envy SpectreXT, a couple of innovative ones caught our [...] -
Todd Bradley – HP Working With Microsoft For Tablets, Not Forever
15 May 2012 | 12:53 amLast week in Shanghai, Todd Bradley of HP had a tough time answering questions from a media gathering that was 500 strong. Multiple questions were raised about HP’s mobile and tablet strategy. Since the failure [...] -
Rendezvous with LG Cinema 3D Smart TV
14 May 2012 | 4:48 pmLG showcased its new line of Cinema 3D Smart TV last weekend in Mumbai, which is now available in stores since the 12th of May itself. The Cinema 3D Smart TV range will be available [...] -
“Nokia Lumia is the Best Smartphone Ever”: Siri
11 May 2012 | 9:23 amYes, you read that right. As per a report from The Next Web, when asked, “Which is the best smartphone ever?” Siri, Apple iPhone 4S’ virtual assistant will recommend you the Nokia Lumia 900. Well, [...]
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Internet Siao
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Japanese-Made Real-Life Transformer Transforms From a Moving Car and Back
15 May 2012 | 1:53 amHere’s one cool robot made to look like the Transformers we know. Not only does it move around just like a normal car, it is able to transform into a walking robot as well. Made of a bunch of sophisticated servo motors, the transforming car is able to turn itself into a robot within seconds, [...]Read more: Japanese-Made Real-Life Transformer Transforms From a Moving Car and Back, originally written and published on Internet Siao - Creative Gifts, Gadgets and More! -
Plug Out Plug Organizer For Electrical Wall Outlets
14 May 2012 | 1:56 amThere are some electrical outlets in our homes and workplaces that, unlike others that only have a single appliance attached to it. Some of these wall outlets are placed in a very accessible place and more often than not always have more than one electrical device vying for that very same wall outlet. Because of [...]Read more: Plug Out Plug Organizer For Electrical Wall Outlets, originally written and published on Internet Siao - Creative Gifts, Gadgets and More! -
Fruit Ninja Strawberry Plush Toy Makes a Splat Sound When You Toss It Around
12 May 2012 | 11:47 pmFans of the mobile game Fruit Ninja will be no strangers to this toy. Made in plush form, this Fruit Ninja strawberry toy not only dresses up like a ninja, but also makes a ‘splat’ sound when you toss it around. Even if you could slice it in half in real life with your well-trained [...]Read more: Fruit Ninja Strawberry Plush Toy Makes a Splat Sound When You Toss It Around, originally written and published on Internet Siao - Creative Gifts, Gadgets and More! -
Transforming Lounge Chair Turns Into a Workspace
12 May 2012 | 1:21 amA lounge chair is basically a comfortable place where one will sit down and relax, and hopefully the last thing that comes to a person’s mind while sitting on a comfortable chair like this is something about work. However, here’s one lounge chair that is able to change from relaxing mode to work mode in [...]Read more: Transforming Lounge Chair Turns Into a Workspace, originally written and published on Internet Siao - Creative Gifts, Gadgets and More! -
Green Army Men Book End and Door Stop
11 May 2012 | 1:13 amThe little green army men that came in packs were one of the many fun playthings guys liked to play with when they were kids. Here’s two of these green men that didn’t stay small and grew up not to become toys, but a book end and a door stop. Designed to hold their own [...]Read more: Green Army Men Book End and Door Stop, originally written and published on Internet Siao - Creative Gifts, Gadgets and More!
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GadgetyNews.com
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ROCCAT Savu Gaming Mouse – Pimped Peripheral for Under £40 [video]
16 May 2012 | 8:10 amWe all now that gamers love their kit to be slightly OTT. Lights on their extended keyboard, lights on their multi-buttoned mouse, lit-up laptops, funky motion controllers, neon headphones, etc. Looking for all the show for under £50? ROCCAT’s Savu is the pimped mouse for you! The R.A.D-equipped peripheral, that’s ROCCAT Achievements Display, houses a peripheral-first:... Related posts: Microsoft Arc Touch Mouse Brings Magic Mouse and TrackPad to PC’s! Movea Gyration Air Mouse Go Plus Now Ready To Buy Mad Catz Cyborg Gaming Mouse Range – Prices and Details -
London’s Wireless Festival will be First Cashless Gig Get-together
16 May 2012 | 7:34 amWe’ve all lost cash in a muddy field at some point. Barclaycard wants that to be a thing of the past and so is taking all of its contactless payment methods on the road to the Wireless Festival, making it the first cash-free music festival. What to do with your cash (apart from drink it... Related posts: PayTag from Barclaycard Brings NFC Payments to Every Mobile Phone [video] Fifth of all Smartphones will be NFC Enabled by 2014 [wireless payment] Nokia NFC Pairing Play 360 Speaker and Wireless Music Receiver -
IKEA Uppleva Smart TV – Built in Entertainment in Stores Next Month [video]
15 May 2012 | 4:57 pmI got a whisper last month that IKEA was planning on releasing their own Smart TVs. Well, more information has emerged regarding IKEA’s Uppleva range of TVs and they’ll be available very soon. The Uppleva line from IKEA will be smart TVs which will (flat)pack around 20 apps tailored for specific countries. Word is that... Related posts: Samsung ES8000 Smart TV Released and Priced in UK Apple iTV Release Date and Specs Whispered on Internet – Siri Smart Television Smart Looking iPhone / iPod Speakers and Dock -
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Fibre Ultrabook
15 May 2012 | 4:23 pmEver since I found out that Apple had employed a carbon fibre engineer I’ve been waiting for either a MacBook or iPad made out of the hi-tech material. Well, Lenovo has beaten the Mac to it with their ThinkPad X1 Ultrabook. The Sony Vaio Z did it first but Lenovo’s new X1 comes in a... Related posts: Apple Lighten Their Tech – Employs Carbon Fibre Engineer iPad 2 Could be Lighter Thanks to Carbon Fibre Body [Carbon Fiber] Sony VAIO Z – Carbon Fibre Ultraportable Laptop UK Price -
New iPhone 5 Looks Not Nailed Down Yet
14 May 2012 | 7:59 amSome of the iPhone 5 concept designs flying around may be closer to the real thing than any of us know. Mainly because not even Apple knows what the next iPhone will look like. Even though there’s apparently only 4 months til the new iPhone is released in October, word is that the new Cupertino... Related posts: White iPhone 4S Spotted in Wild – iPhone 5? iPhone 5 will Transform into Netbook like Atrix [rumour] Pssst! Want to Know When the iPhone 5 will be released and see Some Sexy Pictures?
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Electronic Cigarette News
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NJOY e-Cigs Lands Big Investor
2 May 2012 | 11:32 pmIn what can be seen as a positive endorsement of the future of e-cigs and vaping, e-cig brand NJOY has received a major capital investment from Catterton Partners–to the tune of $20 million dollars. Catterson is a consumer focused, private equity firm. Other well known brands in the firm’s portfolio include Natures Variety Pet Food and One Natural Experience (aka O.N.E) beverages. NJOY greeted the investment with the pronouncement that they see Catterton not merely as a source of investment, but also as a strategic partner. Catterton has a reputation of choosing only the best… -
Smart Tips for Longer E Cigarette Battery Life
2 May 2012 | 11:31 pmWhile most of us have been raised to have the mindset that we should turn off or use sparingly devices that operate on battery power, this logic does not apply to e-cigarettes and their batteries. Most state of the art e-cigs use lithium ion polymer batteries that actually rely on daily use to operate at peak efficiency. Constant use of this type of battery results in better functioning as more power flows through the cell increasing efficiency. Lithium ion batteries are already among the longest lived on the market, and keeping this simple fact in mind can extend their life further. Another… -
Texas Physician Goes Public with e-Cigarettes as a Healthier Alternative
2 May 2012 | 11:17 pmDr. Duke Carlson, a family medicine physician at the Texoma Medical Plaza in Denison Texas has recently gone public with his support of e-cigarettes as a smoking replacement device. While the FDA does not currently recognize or approve the devices as such, endorsements such as Dr. Carlson’s are a step in the right direction. Dr. Carlson sees e-cigs as a useful means of taking the public’s addiction to tobacco apart and replacing components with less harmful alternatives. He acknowledges that not enough data is currently available for him to fully endorse e-cigs as a 100% healthy… -
First Quarter Sales Figures for E Cigarette Industry Are In!
2 May 2012 | 11:16 pmThe sales figures for the electronic cigarette industry in the first quarter of fiscal year 2012 have been released recently and the news is phenomenal. E-cigarette sales have skyrocketed so far this year and the future looks very promising for this tobacco replacement. With over a million users worldwide and counting, e-Cigs are one bright spot in a still pretty dismal world financial outlook. There are claims that V2 e-cigs are the industry sales leader and that two brands that didn’t even seem to be contenders at the end of fiscal year 2011 are shaping up to give V2 a run for its money. -
A Guide to E-Cigarette Battery Safety
2 May 2012 | 11:13 pmA few websites have recently published guides to e-cig battery safety in the wake of the over-sensationalized news report of the supposed e-cig that exploded in a Florida man’s mouth. Many of these articles are a comprehensive look at the batteries that power e-cigs, including terminology, types of batteries and simple guidelines to their safe use for those who insist on putting together their own “ garage MODs” or homemade e-cigs from separately purchased components. Vapers who resort to “rolling their own” garage MODS are generally looking for more power to increase vapor volume…
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Retro Thing
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Stone Age Commodore KIM-1 On eBay
16 May 2012 | 9:56 amLawrence Bezuska emailed me the other day, wondering if I would be interested in buying his early Commodore computer. My first instinct was to eagerly purchase it, but common sense (and a lack of closet space) prevailed and he listed it on eBay. I told him it would probably fetch around $400. The KIM-1 was the first computer made by MOS Technologies (Commodore). It came as a fully assembled bare board, with a six-digit LED display and a hexadecimal keypad (with 1152 bytes of RAM and 2K of ROM). They were produced until 1981, enjoying considerable success as low-cost hobbyist and educational… -
Transistor Radio Redux
11 May 2012 | 3:18 pmI've linked to this collection before, but here is some more gratuitous radio porn to inspire your weekend. Props to Mr. Roadsidepictures from Kansas City, Missouri for sharing his collection with the world on Flickr. He comments, "Right now they're keeping each other company in storage. I love to work on them, but haven't had the time for quite a while. Most of them do work and there are recap kits available if they don't work. I'm shakey, so it's kind of tedious sometimes." Click for many more vintage transistor radio shots -
Copper Sprites
10 May 2012 | 5:46 pmAccording to my handy but hopelessly outdated dictionary, a sprite is "a small or elusive supernatural being." In the digital world, a sprite is a graphical image -- often found in a computer game -- that moves around the screen. Pac-Man, for example. Jim Harris of 'This is Obsolete' recently whipped up a collection of etched copper plates with aluminium and brass inserts that depict classic video game sprites. So far, he's created five images including a couple of Pac-Man ghosts and a satisfyingly weathered aluminum space invader. He's got plans to continue the series with Mario and others. -
The Last Good Thing About VHS Tapes
26 Apr 2012 | 1:56 pmWhen you get into the retro game, you'll meet people who will do anything to justify their devotion to their old favorites. It's subjective; love what you love! You don't have to come with some inalienable reason to justify your retro lust. Sometimes those discussions can be fun and interesting. For example, LP collectors have a whole raft of reasons "explaining" why vinyl is superior and remains relevant today. The CD vs. LP argument will continue unabated forever - fair enough. There are some valid technical points that are worth taking about.It gets weird when folks feel that same pressure… -
Contra Sweater - 8-bit Knit
26 Apr 2012 | 1:27 pmPLEASE tell me that this belogs to one of our readers. If it does, you have the most badass grandma in the history of badass grandmas. Sadly, it's a Photoshop fake (the gradient on the "C" in the logo is a tip off) - but you were pretty excited there for a few seconds, weren't you?
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netbooknews.com
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Calling All German-Speaking Readers: Test the Samsung Galaxy S3 Before it’s Launched! Only One Lucky Reader Will Win.
16 May 2012 | 12:34 pmWho among you wouldn’t want to get your hands on the new Samsung Galaxy S3 before its launch? The new Samsung Galaxy S3 will be released in Germany in late May and you could have the opportunity to test it … -
Apple iPhone 5 Should Come with 4 Inch Plus Display- Says WSJ
16 May 2012 | 11:56 amApple wants to be next iPhone to be equipped with a larger display. The rumor has thrilled iPhone users for months, but now there is a near confirmation from a renowned source. Ironically, the prestigious Wall Street Journal is now … -
Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 with Quad Core
16 May 2012 | 11:12 amA few days ago we had the results of a benchmark test, which showed us what we can expect from the upcoming 10.1-inch Samsung Galaxy Note: a quad core with 1.4 GHz per core. After their presentation at MWC … -
Tizen Shows off for the Camera on a Samsung Galaxy S II HD LTE
16 May 2012 | 8:46 amWe wondered what else the Tizen Developer conference would yield, a few weeks ago Tizen launched version 1.0 of the mobile OS was released, we got to check out a reference design from Samsung, we even saw a carrier … -
ASUS Padfone 8MP Camera Review & Walk Through
16 May 2012 | 6:34 amThe ASUS Padfone is a 4.3 inch smartphone with tablet intentions, this hybrid device slides and powers a 10.1 inch tablet. The Padfone sports a qHD (960 x 540 pixels) 4.3-inch Super AMOLED display that offers vibrant colors which are …
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The UberReview
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Dealing With an Overheating Desktop
16 May 2012 | 6:42 amSo I was minding my own business, typing away on my computer when all of a sudden things got really, really slow… and hot. The mouse started moving slowly and jumping across the screen and the system was blowing out enough hot air to heat a cold room – which is not something that you want as things edge closer to summer. My desktop has been with me since 2007. That probably makes it an octogenarian in computer years – it is desperately in need of replacement but I’m not ready to let it go just yet. So when it started getting insanely hot, I did what I always do: I… -
iPhone Business Cards Will Make People Remember You…Or Confuse Them
15 May 2012 | 11:14 amIf I owned my own business I would probably want a business card that people would think was cool, instead of some standard, white and flimsy model that’s simple and to the point, because let’s be honest: those get thrown away. Now Beasty Design offers a card that is both funny and hip, that would definitely make a recipient go “Ha! An iPhone!” The cards come with a glossy finish, and come in a pack of 350, which you will hopefully be able to use up before the iPhone 5 is released or as it’s known in society “The exact moment your business card becomes… -
The Sea Lion is the Amphibious Vehicle You Always Wanted
14 May 2012 | 7:42 pmAmphibious vehicles always look like a lot of fun, but most of the time they look like some sort of weird boat-car hybrid monstrosity that you wouldn’t really want to drive on the road. The Sea Lion is different – in a good way. It looks like something that might have graced a Le Mans circuit 30 or 40 years ago… and it’s fast – really, really fast. The Sea Lion’s 13B Rotary Engine (Mazda) pushes the stainless steel and aluminum body up to 180mph on land. On water it manages a respectable 60mph. The one of a kind vehicle was built for an attempt at the… -
Robotic Butt Sounds Like Darth Vader Violating a Jackhammer
13 May 2012 | 7:03 amA researcher from Japan’s University of Electro-Communications in Tokyo have created what could quite possibly be the first robotic butt to respond to different types of touch. Nobuhiro Takahashi has named the robotic butt “SHIRI”, which means butt in Japanese and have explained that its purpose is to “advance the innovative use of robotic technology and its purpose” and “to raise the argument as to what perceptions will be manifested in the minds of people who communicate with Shiri.” Personally, I think that is just a fancy way of saying to make… -
Make Your Next Car a Flying Hovercraft
13 May 2012 | 2:19 amAll hovercraft can hover, this one actually flies. Thanks to its wings, the Flying Hovercraft is able to hit heights of up to 50′ while carrying up to 600 lbs of passengers and cargo. Mileage isn’t great, the dual 9 gallon tanks will carry you about 160 miles before you need to fill up; the twin-cylinder turbocharged gas engine will let you hit a maximum of 70mph. The catch, and there is one (there are two if you consider the price), is that you will have to register it as a boat. I’m assuming that law enforcement wouldn’t take to kindly to seeing one of these on the…
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Netbook Reviews
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Acer Aspire One 725 Announced
8 May 2012 | 3:51 pmAcer have just announced another new 11.6-Inch netbook to their lineup. The new Acer Aspire One 725 builds on the very impressive and best selling Aspire One 722 (read my review here). While the netbook market has been quiet of late, Acer shows us they haven’t quit the market, and are producing the best netbooks [...] Related posts: Acer Aspire One V5 11.6-inch Acer Aspire One 11.6-inch Acer Aspire One 751 -
Sony Tablet S Gets Android 4.0 Update
1 May 2012 | 3:23 pmExciting news for owners of the Sony Tablet S users in the US. Sony have just pushed their release of the latest version of the Google Android 4.0 operating system, which is better know as Ice Cream Sunday to users in the U.S. Sony made an official post about the update over at their blog, [...] Related posts: Sony VAIO P Sony Vaio P With Atom Z550 CPU Sony Vaio M -
Asus Transformer Pad 300 Reviews
24 Apr 2012 | 7:12 pmJust yesterday we let you know that the Asus Transformer Pad 300 was available and shipping out. The whole Transformer Pad family have been very popular since their initial release, and now their latest, and more budget friendly model has been very well received and is selling very well. The Transformer Pad 300 has only [...] Related posts: Asus Transformer TF300 Now Available Asus Transformer Prime Benchmark Leaked Asus Offer Free USB GPS Dongle For Transformer Prime Owners -
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 (7.0) Now Shipping
24 Apr 2012 | 1:16 pmThe very latest 7-Inch Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 is now available in the US and is shipping out to very happy customers. It’s no surprise that the Galaxy Tab 2 is currently selling like hot cakes, and it’s great to see than in such a short time users have been flooding in with great reviews. [...] Related posts: Samsung Galaxy Tab Tablet Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus, Available November 13th Samsung NB30 Pro – Shipping! -
Asus Transformer TF300 Now Available
23 Apr 2012 | 7:00 pmThe very latest in the family of Asus Transformer Pad tablets is the TF3000. The Asus Transformer Pad TF300 has just officially gone on sale today and is already shipping out. The Asus TF300 is the latest version, but it isn’t the most expensive version. It’s a cheaper version of the Eeee Pad Transformer Price. [...] Related posts: ASUS TF300 | 3rd Generation Transformer Asus Transformer Pad 300 Reviews Asus Transformer Pad 300 Announced
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PicoProjector-Info
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Microvision raises $5 million from private investors
10 May 2012 | 1:14 pmMicrovision announced today that they raised $5 million from private investors. The lead investor is a Canadian based real estate developer (Shmuel Farhi, from Farhi Holdings). The investors bought 3.34 million shares at a price of $1.494 per share and warrants to purchase 1 million shares at $2.12.Just a couple of weeks ago Microvision announced their financial results, and the company's cash decreased by $6.2 million in the quarter to $6.8 million. It's good that the company found a solution to its cash issues, even if this may prove to be quite short term. -
Pioneer launches the PicoP powered Carrozzeria HUD, to launch in July
9 May 2012 | 1:40 amPioneer today announced their automobile heads-up-display powered by Microvision's PicoP engine. They call it the Carrozzeria Cyber Navi AR heads-up display, and there are two available models, the AVIC-VH99HUD and the AVIC-ZH99HUD. The display itself looks like a 37" (90x30 cm) display viewed from 3 meters. It will launch in July 2012, but we do not know the price yet. Here's a long video showing the system in action: read more -
QuickLogic's VEE technology is used in Micron's PopVideo
2 May 2012 | 1:01 amWe just posted about the new iPhone/iPod accessory projector from Micron, the PopVideo. Quicklogic announced that this projector uses their VEE technology. VEE (or Visual Enhancement Engine) dynamically adapts the projected content to the viewing environment, and so improves the viewability (perceived brightness). The VEE is used automatically, but you can turn it on or off manually using an iPhone application (bundled with the PopVideo). read more -
Micron PopVideo
2 May 2012 | 12:56 amProjector type: 960x540 Micron's PopVideo is an iPhone/iPod accessory projector. It features qHD resolution (960x540) and a built-in battery that lasts for 2 hours. We don't have any more technical details...The PopVideo is now shipping for $99. It supports iPhone 4S, iPhone 4 and iPod touch (3rd and 4th generation). iOS 5.0 or greater is required. -
Best selling pico-projector update (May 2012)
30 Apr 2012 | 11:36 pmHere's our monthly best-selling pico-projectors list for the beginning of May 2012. 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. Here we list the top ten projectors, with the price and position in Amazon's best-selling electronics product (which gives a better idea of the actual selling volume):Optoma PK301 ($303, #580)Optoma PK201 ($239, #708)Microvision ShowWX+ HDMI ($369, #1,403)3M MP225a ($283, #2,628)Aaxa P1 Jr ($108, #3,001)SVP…
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E-Reader-Info
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Bridgestone withdraws from the e-paper business
15 May 2012 | 9:45 amBridgestone announced that they are withdrawing from the e-paper business. Bridgestone had developed a color e-paper technology called Aerobee. They developed it in collaboration with Delta Electronics who had plans to start producing e-paper panels and e-readers (but not in the near future). It's not clear what Delta's future plans will be. This is sad news for the e-paper market, which is facing tough times as e-readers shipments drop (mostly because tablets are proving to be adequate e-readers for many people). I still think that a tablet cannot really compete with an e-reader for reading… -
Reports: Amazon set to launch a color E Ink e-reader in 2H 2012
12 May 2012 | 12:39 pmReports suggest that Amazon is going to launch a color E Ink e-reader in the second half of 2012. According to the reports, some parts and components are already shipping for Amazon supply chain. The new reader will have multi-touch capacitive touch panels (instead of the infra-red touch panel used in the current Kindle Touch). Color E Ink prototype Back in February it was reported that Amazon started to order 6" color (Triton) touch E Ink panels from E Ink, and that E Ink will ship over 3 million displays a month to Amazon. read more -
The Wexler Flex One - the first e-reader to use LG's flexible E Ink panels?
7 May 2012 | 4:45 amBack in March LG Display announced that it is already producing XGA (1024x768) flexible plastic-based E Ink panels for a Chinese ODM. Now we hear that Wexler is that ODM, and the upcoming reader will be called the Flex One. And as was expected, the device itself isn't flexible or bendable: but however it is very durable, thin and light.The Flex One features LG's 6" XGA monochrome panel, non-touch. The reader sports 8 Gb of memory, ePub and PDF support and a mini-USB port (no wireless it seems). Apparently the refresh rate is very high, and the battery is good for about two weeks of reading. -
Target to stop selling Kindle e-readers
3 May 2012 | 2:31 amTarget announced that they will stop offering Kindle e-readers starting this spring. They will continue to offer other e-readers, including B&N's Nook. There are speculation that Microsoft which now has an interest in the Nook business is behind this move. read more -
B&N slashes the price of Nook e-readers for Mother's day
2 May 2012 | 1:19 amBarnes & Noble announced a new deal for Mother's Day: they dropped the price of the Simple Touch e-reader to $79 (down from $99) and the Nook Color's price is now $149 (down from $169). The prices will return to normal after May 13, so hurry up. B&N will also ship a free Nook gift bag with every purchase.
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E-Ink-Info
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Bridgestone to withdraw from the e-paper business
15 May 2012 | 9:40 amBridgestone announced today that it is withdrawing from the e-paper business. This is sad news for the e-paper market. Some analysts believe that tablets are killing the dedicated e-readers and that the e-paper market will drop fast. Even E Ink, the clear market leader, posted large losses in the past quarter as panel shipment dropped fast. Bridgestone's technology (named Aerobee) was developed in partnership with Delta Electronics - who had plans to start producing medium and large (40") panels in 2012. It'll be interested to see whether Delta will withdraw from the market as well, or… -
Plastic Logic shows a flexible color plastic-based e-paper display
14 May 2012 | 10:15 pmPlasic Logic has unveiled a new flexible e-paper prototype display. The new plastic-based display features 4,000 colors at 75 ppi. It's quite large (they say it's almost A4 in size) It is made from over 1.2 million plastic-based transistors. It can be bent without distorting the image. We're not sure how close the company is to actually produce such panels. We assume that the new display is E Ink based, but we're not sure. read more -
Seiko Epson announced a new SoC aimed towards e-paper applications
12 May 2012 | 12:42 pmSeiko Epson announced a new SoC aimed towards e-paper applications, the S1D13M01. The new chip integrates an MIPS-24Kef CPU core and also includes Epson's multi-pipeline e-paper display controller, which has been optimized for E Ink display panels. The new SoC was jointly co-developed with Taiwanese Magic Pixel.The S1D13M01 has a hardware JPEG engine, PNG decoder engine, color space conversion engine and 2D graphics engine. The S1D13M01 is also designed to realize low cost, low power consumption e-paper applications by optimizing the e-paper application system. -
The Eton Rukus Solar bluetooth sound system now shipping for $150
10 May 2012 | 1:52 pmThe Eton Rukus Solar is now shipping for $150. The Rukus Solar is a portable Bluetooth sound system with solar panels and a SURF (segmented) E Ink display. This is an outdoor sound system - hence the Solar and E Ink display makes sense... -
Wexler Flex One to be the first e-reader with a flexible plastic-based E Ink display
7 May 2012 | 4:46 amBack in March we reported about LG Display's upcoming XGA (1024x768) flexible plastic-based E Ink panels. Now we hear that Wexler is that ODM, and the upcoming reader will be called the Flex One. And as was expected, the device itself isn't flexible or bendable: but however it is very durable, thin and light. read more
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Netbook Crunch
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Let’s Note J10 netbook: 12 Hours Battery Life
16 May 2012 | 6:53 amGetting more than a couple of hours of battery life when using a laptop is not exactly special these days. Many netbooks can go well over 8 hours per charge. The Let’s Note J10 netbook by Panasonic, which is now available in Japan, promises over 12 hours of battery life though. It has a 10.1-inch (1366 x 768) screen with an Intel Core i3-2350M CPU with 320GB of hard drive storage. You also get 4 GB RAM. These are not cheap though ($1500) if you happen to live in Japan.[via Engadget] -
Retina MacBooks Coming?
15 May 2012 | 6:55 amIntel is optimistic about ultrabooks challenging the MacBook Air in the upcoming months and years. But Apple is not planning to stop innovating anytime soon. The company is allegedly working on retina MacBooks. Apple’s next generation of MacBook Pros which will be unveiled at WWDC will be thinner with retina displays and flash memory on board. As Bloomberg suggests, the new MacBook Pros will be less than 0.95 inch thick. They will have Ivy Bridge processors inside. Apple is expected to remove the optical drive from its future MacBooks. That won’t be a huge loss. We will have to… -
HP ultrabook prices Dropping?
14 May 2012 | 6:54 amUltrabooks are expected to challenge MacBook Air in the upcoming months. HP is expected to be one of the players going after Apple’s market share. The HP Folio 13 is now priced under $800 at Best Buy. HP’s upcoming Ultrabooks will be going for as low as $749. Of course, we don’t know whether these discounts are permanent. Retailers such as Best Buy do change their prices a lot. But Ultrabooks will have a better chance to be competitive with aggressive pricing. -
What Killed Netbooks?
9 May 2012 | 6:56 amNetbooks have lost their position as must-have devices. People are buying more tablets and thin ultrabooks these days. Many have been wondering how things went so wrong so fast for netbooks. It does seem that the rise of iPad contributed to the fall of netbooks. Apple priced its tablet aggressively and made it hard for netbook makers to stay competitive. Fast forward to today and tablets are still going strong. Netbooks are still struggling.According to research firm Canalys, netbook shipments have been down by 34% from the first quarter of 2011. Shipments of iPad and other tablets are up by… -
Acer Aspire One 725 with AMD Fusion
8 May 2012 | 6:54 amWe don’t see too many new exciting netbook models these days. But companies such as Acer are still making them. The Acer Aspire One 725 comes with AMD Fusion and has a 11.6 inch screen. You get a 1366×768 display, AMD Radeon HD 6290 GPU, 4GB Max RAM, and a 320/500GB hard drive. This is under one inch thick and will come with a 4-cell battery. WiFi b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0 are also offered. It is not clear how much you should expect to pay for such a netbook though.Are you impressed?[via Slash Gear]Readers who read this page, also viewed:5 Lightest Netbooks Around
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CallingAllGeeks
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How to Remove Facebook TimeLine Profile
15 May 2012 | 2:46 pmhttp://www.callingallgeeks.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/Remove-Facebook-timeline.jpgFacebook layout has been updated numerous time in the past. People who are so accustomed with old look, they always find irritating and time-consuming to get use to new profile layout. Facebook timline is the latest in the series, which was a major Facebook layout upgrade and despite of being useful change, many people still want to remove Facebook timeline and get back old Facebook layout. Now, Facebook has set timeline profile as default and there is no direct way to disable it. But there are chrome… -
Everybody’s Going Ape for Gorilla Glass
12 May 2012 | 6:26 amhttp://www.callingallgeeks.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/Gorilla-Glass-Powerful-and-Tough.pngOne of the most important components of today’s smart phone and tablet computers are their touch screens. The glass of the touch screen has to be light weight and thin, yet tough enough to withstand the abuses of everyday use – stains, scratches, falls, etc. Corning’s Gorilla Glass is perfect for this purpose. What is Gorilla Glass? No, Gorilla Glass is not made from gorillas. Gorilla Glass is a specially formulated alkali-aluminosilicate sheet glass designed to be thin, light weight and… -
Introducing The Samsung Galaxy S III
8 May 2012 | 6:56 amhttp://www.callingallgeeks.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/GALAXY-S3.jpgWithout a doubt, the Samsung Galaxy S III will be one of the most exciting Android phones of the year. Since releasing the Galaxy S and S II, Samsung has solidified itself as the top Android manufacturer in the world, with quality to back that up. They look to continue that dominance with the release of the Samsung Galaxy S III. Scheduled to be released in some global markets by the end of May, this monstrous piece of hardware will be upon us sooner than later. With devices like the HTC One X currently making waves in the… -
Google Apps for Education : Bringing the Cloud to the Classroom
7 May 2012 | 11:49 amhttp://www.callingallgeeks.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/Google-Apps-for-Education-550x341.jpgGoogle seems to be poised to take over the world, and this is not limited to the Internet. Google applications and functions are now coming to schools and universities. Google’s Apps for Education is streamlining education around the world, making it easier for teachers and administrators to connect with each other, their students and their peers; and, it is all offered all for free. What Google Apps for Education Offers When designing Google Apps for Education, the team at Google looked at the… -
Google, PayPal and Visa : Digitizing your Wallet
1 May 2012 | 9:16 amhttp://www.callingallgeeks.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/Google-Digital-Wallet.pngThe world is trending in the direction of putting everything that was once a weighty burden in compact and convenient digital form. Recently Ebay and Google have unraveled their plans to make even the old-fashioned wallet digital. Visa is also, flaunting its plans to make their own version of the digital wallet, although the results have been much less forthcoming. The digital wallet has to potential to, not only be more convenient than a clunky wallet, but completely revolutionize commerce. For people who…
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ZiggyTek Blog
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Cipher makes the most pointless stylus ever
16 May 2012 | 1:00 pmIntroducing the Cipher Business Card-shaped Stylus. Supposedly, it’s perfect for carrying around seeing as how you can simply slip it into your pocket without having to worry about losing. (more…) -
Overhead electric lines to power hybrid trucks in California
16 May 2012 | 11:00 amA new overhead electric line system designed by Europe-based company Siemens will reportedly come to parts of Los Angeles and Long Beach, California, to power hybrid trucks on the road. The system is common on trams and trains, but it is now first developed to be applied on trucks. (more…) -
How to get people on treadmills
16 May 2012 | 10:30 amFrom Funsauce: To be completely honest, I would lose tons of weight if I used this method! More » -
iCase of the Day: Chocolate Scented Case [iPhone]
16 May 2012 | 9:00 amWelcome to ZiggyTek’s feature, iCase of the Day! This daily piece features a case for your Apple device from iPhones to iPads. Some cases are definitely more girly than others, but some might impress just about anyone! (more…) -
An iPhone app saves a bird
15 May 2012 | 9:00 pmBritish tree surgeon, Leon Timms, was at home when he saw a tiny chaffinch lying on the ground. Apparently, the small bird flew into one of the solar panels on Timms’ roof or hit a window, was dazed and having problems breathing. Quick-thinking Timms immediately grabbed the nearest bird-revival tool at hand - an iPhone. (more…)
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Gizmag Emerging Technology Magazine
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For sale: one-off amphibious supercar, barely used
16 May 2012 | 10:55 amKnown as the Sea Lion, this remarkable brushed aluminum and stainless steel amphibious vehicle was designed by a Mr. M. Witt in order to break the rather slapdash and anarchic-sounding Amphibious World Speed Record. .. Continue Reading For sale: one-off amphibious supercar, barely usedSection: On the WaterTags: Amphibious, Supercars Related Articles: Sealegs breaks amphibious on-water record Sealegs amphibious vehicle sets sights on speed record Apple’s Lion Recovery Disk Assistant makes creating your own OS X Lion recovery drive easy CT&T goes amphibious Amphibious Dobbertin HydroCar… -
FDA approves 20 minute take-home HIV test
16 May 2012 | 4:00 amOne of the biggest problems in fighting the spread of AIDS has always been convincing people to have themselves tested regularly. Unfortunately, getting someone to take a trip to a clinic isn't always easy, particularly in areas where there aren't many options for discrete testing. In a development that could leap right over this privacy hurdle, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has just unanimously approved an over-the-counter HIV test that enables people to test themselves in their own home and receive results in just 20 minutes. .. Continue Reading FDA approves 20 minute take-home HIV… -
Dwarf plants could reduce demands for water, fertilizer, nutrients and pesticides
16 May 2012 | 3:19 amAside from arable land, most farm crops require significant amounts of water, fertilizer, nutrients and pesticides to grow. While specialized breeding is often used to help produce plants that require less of these inputs, Purdue University researcher Burkhard Schulz has found a way to create tiny versions of plants that suffer no reduction in yield through the addition of a cheap and widely available chemical. .. Continue Reading Dwarf plants could reduce demands for water, fertilizer, nutrients and pesticidesSection: ecoGizmoTags: Agriculture, Crops, Purdue University Related Articles:… -
Smartsense navigation system works where GPS won't - indoors
16 May 2012 | 12:40 amIt's not that long ago that GPS capabilities in a mobile phone were considered a standout feature. Today, GPS navigation is standard for smartphones, and as a result, many of us have come to rely on them when it comes to getting from A to B. However, GPS technology isn't without its faults, and if A to B is located under a roof, out of sight of the orbiting GPS satellites, then you can end up falling back on the not always reliable sense of direction. To fix the problem, Fraunhofer Research is developing Smartsense, a smartphone sensor capable of providing accurate navigation indoors, without… -
Fully autonomous ASV Roboat to make world record attempt
15 May 2012 | 11:05 pmWhile sailing can be an activity that is easy to learn, it is difficult to master. Sailing boats need to be constantly tended to quickly respond to changing conditions and for both the novice and the expert, this continual need for adjustments makes sailing a demanding task. That's why the ASV Roboat is an impressive piece of engineering. Packing an array of sensors, communications hardware and solar panels, the ASV Roboat is a fully autonomous, unmanned sailing boat that has its sights set on the current robotic world sailing record. .. Continue Reading Fully autonomous ASV Roboat to make…
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Gadgets from China - Reviews - New Gadgets - Blog
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Working on launching the new website
23 Apr 2012 | 6:39 amHello! You might wonder, what happened to Gadgetsfromchina.com? We have experienced some technical difficulties and we are restarting the website. So please keep your patience and we will be back online fully functioning soon again.
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Skatter Tech
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Paidpiper Links Brand Engagement with Mobile Payments
15 May 2012 | 8:46 pmThe days of window shopping are coming to an end for some customers. Instead of holding off on a purchase for a better price, shoppers can use Paidpiper to engage with businesses for immediate rewards. Paidpiper is a mobile CRM platform that lets brands directly communicate with consumers.Businesses pour money into advertising to increase brand awareness, but they are often missing out on information about their customers that would increase sales and customer loyalty. With Paidpiper, businesses can learn more about their customers and incentivize customers to make a purchase on the spot.If… -
$10 Million Later, The Pebble Smart Watch Is Sold Out On Kickstarter
15 May 2012 | 2:44 pmThe dorm room isn’t just a place of innovation for the all too familiar tale of creating mobile apps and social networks. Eric Migicovsky, the creator of the Pebble e-paper watch, started working on smart watches four years ago in his dorm room at TU Delft. In 2010, Migicovsky launched the inPulse beta, a Blackberry watch. He joined Y Combinator in 2011, generated revenue and raised an additional $375K from a few angel investors. But then Migicovsky found himself in need of more money and as his hands opened to investors, their wallets closed.Migicovsky turned to Kickstarter to… -
My Top 5: The New 500 Batch
10 May 2012 | 7:20 pmLast fall, I took a leave of absence from college and had the pleasure of being part of the third batch of 500 Startups. I’m excited for this new class to experience the strength of the 500 community, the best workspace view of Silicon Valley and the work hard, play hard mentality.Many of our Monday batch meetings began with Dave McClure, founding partner at 500 Startups, asking the founders, who weren’t generating revenue, to raise their hands. As time progressed, the number of trembling hands dwindled. It comes as no surprise that a majority of the startups are revenue… -
I Got My Laptop & A Windows Phone. Both Are Up For Auction. 100% Of Proceeds Go To Charity.
26 Mar 2012 | 11:39 pmJust a few hours after publishing a story regarding my experience participating in the Windows Phone challenge at the Santa Clara Microsoft Store, my article hit the Reddit front-page. It was not long before dozens of publications picked up the story as well.Microsoft Evangelist Ben Rudolph (@BenThePCGuy) was kind enough to offer a rematch as I had requested. However, he publicly tweeted the following message this morning before I had a chance to respond likely due to a storm of angry tweets.@BenThePCGuy Thanks! Email Sent.— Sahas Katta (@sahaskatta) March 26, 2012I exchanged emails with… -
I Won The Windows Phone Challenge, But Lost “Just Because”
25 Mar 2012 | 5:26 pmI headed down to the Santa Clara Microsoft Store this morning after hearing about the Windows Phone challenge last night. For those not familiar, anyone who completes a task faster than a Windows Phone on their own smart phone can win a $1000 Special Edition Laptop assuming they meet some standard terms and conditions. Those who “get smoked” by a Windows Phone, have the opportunity to trade in their existing device for Windows Phone.After signing a waiver agreeing to let Microsoft use a photo of me in their advertising, I got in line for the challenge. I was using a Samsung…
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Electronic Circuits and Diagram-Electronics Projects and Design
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8 channel light chaser using 8051
10 May 2012 | 9:30 am6 function 8 channel light chaser using 8051. A 6 function 8 channel light chaser using 8051 is shown here. The hardware and software of this circuit are very simple and the light functions gets repeated one after another automatically. P1.0 to P1.7 of the microcontroller (AT89S51) are assigned as the output pins. Corresponding LEDs are connected to the output pins through 1K current limiting resistors (R1 to R8). The sequence by which the output pins (P1.0 to P1.7) goes high and low is determined by the program and the LEDs follow this sequence. Circuit diagram of the 6… -
Blinking LED using 8051
10 May 2012 | 4:29 amBlinking 1 LED using 8051 This is the first project regarding 8051 and of course one of the simplest, blinking LED using 8051. The microcontroller used here is AT89S51 In the circuit, push button switch S1, capacitor C3 and resistor R3 forms the reset circuitry. When S1 is pressed, voltage at the reset pin (pin9) goes high and this resets the chip. C1, C2 and X1 are related to the on chip oscillator which produces the required clock frequency. P1.0 (pin1) is selected as the output pin. When P1.o goes high the transistor Q1 is forward biased and LED goes... -
4 Books to Learn 8051 Microcontroller-Indian editions
8 May 2012 | 3:09 amHello friends, it has been a while since I published here. The fact is that I have been busy working on some good projects, that I didn’t get enough time to write anything useful. This article is for students and hobbyists who are interested in playing with micro controllers. I thought of introducing you to a handful of cool and really useful books on 8051 micro controller. The books I suggest here are all Indian editions and hence links to Indian shopping site – Flipkart is only given. Very soon I will come up with an article that reviews global... -
Push pull amplifier
3 May 2012 | 2:32 amA push pull amplifier is an amplifier which has an output stage that can drive a current in either direction through through the load. The output stage of a typical push pull amplifier consists of of two identical BJTs or MOSFETs one sourcing current through the load while the other one sinking the current from the load. Push pull amplifiers are superior over single ended amplifiers (using a single transistor at the output for driving the load) in terms of distortion and performance. A single ended amplifier, how well it may be designed will surely introduce some distortion due to... -
Working with MPLAB IDE
30 Apr 2012 | 8:31 pmIntroduction to MPLAB IDE – What is it and how to install it? The above link takes you to the article about introduction to MPLAB IDE, in case if you have missed it. Having installed MPLAB IDE and one or more compiler suite, this article describes how to compile a program and extract the .hex file to program our chip. I will be using C language in this tutorial as it is requested by one of our CT readers and I will be using Microchip’s HI-TECH C compiler. Creating and Saving a new project: Open MPLAB X and...
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Gadgetian
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Quad-Core LG Optimus 4X HD Hits Europe In June
15 May 2012 | 2:15 pmThe South Korean manufacturer announced its first ever quad-core phone, the LG Optimus 4X HD, just before the Mobile World Congress event this year in Barcelona. LG has officially confirmed today that the Optimus 4X HD handsets will be available to purchase from June in “key markets starting in Western Europe,” including Germany, Sweden, Great Britain, Italy and Poland. Asia and Latin America will be getting the device “in the coming months”. NVIDIA’s Tegra 3 quad-core processor with its 4-Plus-1 architecture, powers the LG Optimus 4X HD handset, while it features a… -
Dual-SIM Nokia 110, 112 Are Cheap Phones with Twitter/Facebook Access, Free EA Games
15 May 2012 | 12:59 pmThe Finnish mobile maker continues its foray in the ultra low end spec’d phones and has officially announced a couple of dirt cheap Dual-SIM capable phones called Nokia 110 and Nokia 112, Both are ultra cheap and most affordable color screen phones while providing outstanding battery life. It looks like, Nokia kills its Series 30 platform. Yes, both the new Nokia 110 and Nokia 112 are featuring advanced Series 40 platform. The manufacturer has stated that these devices are made to “appeal to young, urban consumers who want to experience a fast, affordable online experience.” The devices… -
[Download] Samsung Galaxy S III GT-I9300 User Manual Released
15 May 2012 | 12:15 pmAnnounced earlier this month, the Samsung Galaxy S III is the most awaited handset, packing some incredible specs and it is truly a beast. Samsung has yet to release the Galaxy S III handset all over the world and it is only a few weeks away from release in the U.K and other parts of world. While, there is no word on the concrete date for the U.S. versions, we’ve already seen the first test photos taken by the U.S. versions of the Galaxy S III handset. If you are waiting for your chance to get most awaited Galaxy S III action on your hands, here we’ve something for you. The manufacturer… -
Sony Targets May/June For Xperia S ICS Update
15 May 2012 | 9:22 amSony has released its latest flagship phone, the Xperia S without Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich OS preinstalled and promised us an eventual update. But, Sony couldn’t make it real till now. It looks like the manufacturer is prepping to roll out the ICS update very soon. A Sony Xperia Support tem member has commented on their Sony Mobile Forums that Android 4.0 ICS update will begin pushing out by “late May/early June.” Well, it’s not an official statement straight from Sony, but it’s a good sign that Sony Support faculty has mentioned company’s plans on iCS roll out for… -
HTC Unveils Desire C; A Budget Android Phone With Beats Audio. Android 4.0 ICS
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Expected refresh date for MacBook Pro: June 11
16 May 2012 | 3:08 amBeen waiting for the new MacBook Pro refresh? Well, many are speculating that it will be released on June 11 at Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). Along with the date, there has been many rumours on what the refresh will bring, like Ivy Bridge processors, a 2048 x 1536 Retina Display, and a thinner profile along with SSD for quick bootups. It’s been a while since the MacBook Pro has received a significant update on form factor and functions, and since most of Apple’s other products have undergone some changes, it should be the MacBook Pro’s turn this year. -
MacBook Pro and iMac with Ivy Bridge benchmarked
15 May 2012 | 2:44 amAfter the official release of the Ivy Bridge processors from Intel, we’ve received a slew of updated laptops. However, Apple has yet to announce theirs, but it should be soon. Today, two devices appeared on the Geekbench site that shed some light on how the Ivy Bridge performs on MacBook Pros and the iMac. An unknown “MacBookPro9,1″ powered by an Ivy Bridge Core i7-3820QM running at 2.7GHz achieved a benchmark of 12252, which is around 17 percent better than the current equivalent Core i7. The second one, from an “iMac13,2″ running the i7-3770 desktop chip… -
Want more space for Dropbox? Dropquest 2012 begins
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Lumia and iPhone gets along well, very well
13 May 2012 | 1:22 amRemember two days ago when Siri announced its love for the Nokia Lumia 900? Well, today the Lumia 800 also announced its love, but it’s for Siri. Surprise surprise! Actually, the reason for different result is because Siri bases its answer on Wolfram Alpha for the most part, which means it is only drawing from certain and limited sources, while Microsoft’s TellMe service uses Bing’s search service, and the first link will be the Business Insider article with this headline: “Yes, The iPhone Is Still The Best Smartphone You Can Buy”, which is really coincidental as… -
808 Pureview headed to US, release date unknown yet
12 May 2012 | 2:17 amRemember the Nokia Pureview 808? Yes, the 41-megapixel imaging flagship. It seems like the Lumia 900 and its siblings will be joined by this device soon in the US market. Nokia executive Chris Weber explained to PC Mag that the company is aiming to release the Pureview 808 in the US market in the next couple of months. It’s not exactly surprising, as it did pass the FCC testing. Interestingly, this phone will only be sold unlocked, and Weber confirms that the phone will definitely support AT&T, without saying anything else for other bands. Keep your hopes up though, as the…
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Stephen King to Speak at UMass Lowell On December 7, 2012
16 May 2012 | 1:24 pmStephen King’s words on page and screen have thrilled and chilled fans for three decades, but opportunities to hear those words spoken by the author himself are rare. For one night only, King will take to the stage at the Tsongas Center at UMass Lowell, offering fans the chance to hear King read his work, ask him questions and listen to him discuss his passion for writing and his advice for aspiring authors. “A Conversation with Stephen King” – set for Friday, Dec. 7 at 7:30 p.m. – will be moderated by Andre Dubus III, bestselling author and professor in UMass Lowell’s English… -
MONDO To Release Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer By Ken Taylor, A Nightmare On Elm Street By Jay Shaw & Conan: The Barbarian by Jason Edmiston On Thursday, May 17th
16 May 2012 | 11:27 amTomorrow, MONDO will release leftover prints from Texas Frightmare Weekend and the first screening in the Alamo Drafthouse’s Summer of 1982 Series. They have Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer by Ken Taylor, A Nightmare on Elm Street by Jay Shaw and Conan: The Barbarian by Jason Edmiston. These prints are also available at the MONDO gallery in Austin, TX. (4115 Guadalupe St. Austin, TX 78751) Please follow MONDO on Twitter for the on sale announcement. These posters will be available online at a random time on Thursday, May 17th. Poster by Jason Edmiston. 24″x36″ screen… -
Trailer For ABC’s 666 Park Avenue
16 May 2012 | 3:00 amAt the ominous address of 666 Park Avenue coming this fall to ABC, anything you desire can be yours. Everyone has needs, desires and ambition. For the residents of The Drake, these will all be met, courtesy of the building’s mysterious owner, Gavin Doran (Terry O’Quinn). But every Faustian contract comes with a price. When Jane Van Veen (Rachael Taylor) and Henry Martin (Dave Annable), an idealistic young couple from the Midwest, are offered the opportunity to manage the historic building, they not only fall prey to the machinations of Doran and his mysterious wife, Olivia… -
The Art of Avengers Book Signing At Nucleus Gallery On May 20, 2012
16 May 2012 | 3:00 amA group of artists from the Avenger’s film will be joining Nucleus Gallery for a book signing and artist panel. The featured artists are: Fabian Lacey, Jim Mitchell, Paul Ozzimo, Nathan Schroeder and Jane Wu. They’ll be showcasing some never-before-seen art from the Avengers and discussing their involvement with the film. Admission is FREE 12 pm – 1 pm (Panel) 1 pm – 1:30 pm (Q and A) 1:30 pm – 3 pm (book signing) 210 East Main Street Alhambra, CA 91801 626-458-7482 -
Tron & Tron Legacy Posters By Martin Ansin To Go On Sale Wednesday, May 16
15 May 2012 | 11:29 pmA very small number of Martin Ansin’s Tron and Tron Legacy poster sets will be sold tomorrow. The regular versions are 24″ x 36″ screenprints, have AP editions of 37, and will cost $150/set. The variants have AP editions of 22 and will cost $200/set. These go up tomorrow (Wednesday, May 16th) at a random time. Visit Postersandtoys.com.
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Sexy Salt and Pepper shakers that look like batteries are pretty sweet
14 May 2012 | 8:28 pmThese awesome Salt and Pepper shakers give a whole new meaning to a Salt and Battery. Yup. Pretty proud of myself about that one there. Anyways. These are some fancy salt and pepper shakers called Salt and Power. I’m not too sure yet with the psychology behind why turning normal things into batteries suddenly makes them so much more appealing – but it does. It like..really really does. I love ‘em. In fact, I’d even get them if they were, say, red and blue for example. Damn I’m good! In this photo you can see that it even tells you if you are running low. -
Got the urge to Merge? Sexy new high-speed internet provides ALL your TV entertainment PDQ
12 May 2012 | 10:56 pmThis post brought to you by Windstream. All opinions are 100% mine. In case you wondered, PDQ stands for ‘Pretty Darn Quick’. And when we talk PDQ, we’re talking Merge. Merge is the newest entertainment player in the game, providing a new way to watch TV using the internet. Merge transforms the information superhighway into the entertainment superhighway – literally. It’s fast, it’s the web, and all your entertainment content comes straight to you home via a very dependable high-speed connection anywhere. The main benefit is that Merge actually puts you in… -
Now you can cut the cheese as much as Ryan Gosling does (in a good way)
12 May 2012 | 10:00 pmOh, Snap! It’s an Acme Mouse Trap Cheese Board Cutter. Finally, someone’s built a cheddar mousetrap! Here’s a really nice 9″ x 5″ beechwood cheeseboard that comes with a handy stainless-steel cheese slicer all disguised as a giant mousetrap. Pretty cute, huh?! This ones makes us squeak with glee. Not Glee the TV show. Nope, definitely not that. This is the perfect gift for the friend that loves to cut the cheese! Speaking of cutting the cheese. Did you know that the average person ‘cuts the cheese’ 15 to 25 times a day? Apparently that’s… -
Ready, Set, Talk, with the NoiseHush NX70 3.5mm Multimedia Headset
1 Apr 2012 | 5:55 pmIf you are looking for a lightweight headset that is easy to use and has the clearest sound on the market, look no further. The NoiseHush NX70 is a multimedia headset with several great features you won’t find anywhere else. For starters it features the latest noise-cancelling technology, so if you are working from home and your kids are fighting over the last jello pudding snack, forgetta ’bout it. No one’s gonna hear them. I’m going to go out on a limb here and guess that this lovely lady doesn’t have any kids, she looks too well rested. If you now what… -
Because the Sith Lord gets wet too – Light Saber Umbrellas
29 Mar 2012 | 9:57 pmOh Lordy this is awesome. Just when you thought an umbrella couldn’t be improved upon, some genius nerd decided to turn an umbrella into a light saber. This truly beats my idea of making umbrellas square. Or even my über famous Star Destroyer Umbrella. 4 out of 5 Jedi’s agreed it’s actually more enjoyable to shield the rain with an umbrella than to swing at each rain drop falling from the sky. If you want one of these bad boys you can purchase them from Infmetry where it takes an unusually high count of Midi-chlorians to add it to your cart. I’ve also found myself…
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Cellhelmet iPhone Case
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15 May 2012 | 11:56 pmWith tablets now becoming a mainstream device, more and more choices are coming out in the market. It is quite a quick turn around in terms of popularity for a device that was just considered a niche market a year or two ago. But now, many players are trying their opportunity in the market by coming up with the next great tablet. And there are tablets like the new MarquisPad MP977 that aims to do just that. The Mar... Read More » -
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iBird Pro 2 Android App Review
15 May 2012 | 4:55 pmSpotted a bird in the wild and cannot tell what it is? You can learn more about this beautiful creature with the iBird Pro 2 by Mitch Waite Group, which is packed with detailed photos, information, and even song clips for over 900 bird species in North America and Hawaii. Search for a particular bird according to a variety of attributes, including location, body shape, size, song, habitat, color, Latin names, fli... Read More » -
Acer Brings Aspire M5 Timeline Ultrabook to United Kingdom
15 May 2012 | 3:46 pmAcer has announced it will be trotting its Timeline Ultra series of ultrabooks over in the United Kingdom under a tweaked Aspire M5 brand. The ultrabooks, which come in 14- and 15-inch models, are packed with Intel’s Ivy Bridge Core processor and NVIDIA’s Kepler-based GeForce GT 640M. Both models come with under 20mm thickness and a much narrower display bezel, with an option of an SSD. The 15-inch ve... Read More »
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LG Optimus Elite LS696 Review And Full Phone Specifications
16 May 2012 | 1:42 pmLG Optimus Elite LS696 is an Android CDMA smartphone with tuchsceen display of 3.5inches and 5megapixelprimary camera. This handset inbuilds with 800 MHz Processor, supports 4 GB ROM, 512 MB... Read more » -
BlackBerry Curve 9320 Review And Full Phone Specifications
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Motorol MotoGO Review And Full Phone Specifications
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8 May 2012 | 10:30 amVerizon and HTC have launched a new DROID CDMA smartphone to facilate the users with rich technologies. HTC DROID Incredible 4G LTE plays a vital role in providing all the... Read more »
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iPhone 4S Production Decreased to Make Way for Larger iPhone 5
16 May 2012 | 7:41 amAccording to Shaw Wu of Sterne Agee, who has analysed Apple’s supply chain in Asia, the number of iPhones being produced has recently dropped from approximately 31 million to 26 million, in preparation for a new model to enter the assembly line. The decision to reduce the production of existing iPhone models is not due [...] -
New Firefox For Android Beta Available
16 May 2012 | 5:26 amMozilla has released a beta version of Firefox for Android that promises some big improvements for an enhanced mobile browsing experience. “Firefox for Android Beta has all of the features you know and love like Firefox Sync, add-ons and tabbed browsing, plus a new Awesome Screen and enhancements to startup and response time, graphics performance [...] -
O2 Rolls Out Fastest 3G Speeds In UK
16 May 2012 | 4:41 amThe network O2 has started rolling out faster 3G data speeds to “major cities” in the UK. O2 confirmed to CNET that the new standard DC-HSPA – which stands for dual cell high speed packet access – could double the download speeds compared to traditional HSPA+ connections, providing a maximum theoretical download speed of up [...] -
HTC Desire C First Look Video Released
15 May 2012 | 10:31 amHTC has released an official video for the Desire C – previously known as the HTC Golf. The video is short and sweet and doesn’t give away too much information although it does highlight some camera and social features, as well as Beats Audio support and a selection of colours including Black, White and Red. [...] -
HTC One X Picture Implies 2 Million Sales
15 May 2012 | 7:46 amIt looks like sales of HTC’s flagship model One X have hit the two-million mark after a new image of the smartphone was uploaded to the company’s Facebook page. In the image of the HTC One X is the number 2,000,000 on the phone’s display, which surely means that the company has managed to shift [...]
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Crawling Zombie Doorstop
16 May 2012 | 12:46 pmThe zombie invasion is taking over your home. Zombies don’t need to come in via the door but you do, so why not put those zombies to work holding the door for you? The Zombie Door Stop (Crawling) is exquisitely crafted show all the gory details and function as an undead door stop. -
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Steampunk Sleep Mask
15 Mar 2012 | 1:10 pmIt’s a well known fact that the Victorians slept incredibly well (probably because of the whole “no electricity” thing but still..) So now you can sleep like a Victorian in a Steampunk Sleep Mask. Since it’s probably quite uncomfortable to sleep in actual goggles with gears on it, this is as close as you can get to maintaining a 24/7 steampunk lifestyle. Now about that waxed mustache…. -
Eyeball Lunch Bag
8 Mar 2012 | 12:25 pmIn a world of look-a-like Justin Bieber lunch boxes, one bag stands alone. The Eyeball Lunch Bag tells the world don’t even think about touching this one, I’ve got my eye on you. It’s made of insulated nylon to keep the cold side cold and the hot side hot. An eye chart zipper pull completes the look. Great for eye doctors and monsters.
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British Gas to roll out ‘Smart Meters’ to all homes by 2019
16 May 2012 | 8:40 amLike us, you’re probably well acquainted with the process of grappling around under your stairs (or some other inaccessible place) with a torch, trying to decipher your gas meter in the vain hope of getting a reading. Well, we’ve got some good news - British Gas have announced plans to provide ‘Smart Meters’ in all homes by 2019. In fact, they’ve already started the roll out with over 160,000 homes now hooked up. So, what is a Smart Meter? Well, it look pretty similar and will still be in a tucked away place, but now it will effectively reads itself! This new… -
The Rise of the Budget Tablet: How Reduced-Price Tablets are Impacting the Market
16 May 2012 | 3:00 amThe release of Apple’s first iPad changed the mobile technology market forever. Since then, many competitors have been quick to jump on the tablet bandwagon, and the market has sprung to life. While the majority of tablets have been targeted at the businessman, the busy commuter, or the freelancer, lower-priced ‘lifestyle’ tablets are now starting to creep onto the market. One such tablet is the US-produced E FUN Nextbook Next 7S, an Android-based tablet that runs Ice Cream Sandwich and comes with a $129.99 price tag. With a 1 GHz processor, over-the-air updates, a front-facing camera,… -
Enhancing the Mac Experience: Henge Docks, Clique and TwelveSouth HoverBar
15 May 2012 | 3:00 amIn a way that pretty much no-one 15 years ago could have seen coming, Apple are reigning supreme in the tech world. Once seemingly consigned to the dustbin of history with the Mensheviks (who talks about them any more) Apple products are now becoming ubiquitous in certain industries. This has created an unprecedented demand for Apple accessories, and cunning designers and engineers are able to create all sorts of opportunities to enhance “the Mac experience”. Henge Clique I love my Magic TrackPad. With Lion OS in tow, I think it’s fair to say it has significantly enhanced my… -
Korg KAOSSILATOR 2: There are no wrong notes
14 May 2012 | 3:00 amKorg are no strangers to the electronic music game and have been lovingly giving the world organs, beatboxes and synths since the sixties. It’s refreshing to see such an old hand at the music game constant exploring change and looking at new ways for people to create crazy sounds. Whilst still doing sterling work with larger keyboards and drum machines the company has also been active with things such as iOS apps (the iMS20 is a beast to be reckoned with) and with fun handheld devices such as the new Korg KAOSSILATOR 2. The KAOSSILATOR 2 is a mini synthesizer with an intuitive touchpad. -
Squash drop and knock damage with tough iPhone cases!
11 May 2012 | 3:00 amI often look on in horror at anyone who doesn’t have his or her iPhone tucked safely inside a case. Although my dismay at ‘caseless iPhones’ probably has a lot to do with the fact that my iPhone, despite being only six months old, has been dropped by my two young boys on several occasions, only to bounce back unscathed, protected by a superduper rubber Tech 21 D30 case. iPhone and iPad cases, unlike the hordes of superfluous and ineffectual gadget accessories littering the world of tech at present, are a much needed, if not mandatory, accessory and thankfully there are literally…
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Hands-on Preview: BlackBerry 10 OS
16 May 2012 | 4:58 amBlackBerry 10 OS – overview It’s been two weeks since RIM showed off its BlackBerry 10 OS (BB 10 OS) demo at BlackBerry World and although we were impressed with the BlackBerry 10 Dev Alpha phone in our hands on review, it was unfortunately only running a modified PlayBook OS at the time. Earlier today we were treated to an intimate hands on preview of BB 10 OS running on a BlackBerry 10 Dev Alpha handset and were shown its multitasking and gesture capabilities. Scroll on for our impressions… BlackBerry 10 OS – UI BB 10 OS’ UI looks clean and minimalistic from the short time we… -
Facebook apps get an Instagram redesign
16 May 2012 | 4:52 amFacebook buys wildly popular, photo-heavy app Instagram. Facebook pays millions for it. So it was only a matter of time till we saw some of the retro-styled photo app’s influences creeping in. And here’s the first of them – on Facebook’s mobile site and in updates available to its iOS and Android apps, Facebook has rolled out a refresh in the form of photos that are three times larger than they were before. Single photos and three photo album previews in the news feed will fill your smartphone’s screen widthways to save you time by making clicking – and waiting for… -
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Google wants to release five Jelly Bean Nexus devices
16 May 2012 | 4:45 amGoogle is planning on releasing up to five Nexus devices to mark the launch of Android 5.0 Jelly Bean according to The Wall Street Journal (reported by Engadget). The big G is expected to reveal the plans for its Nexus launch at Google I/O later this year and will reportedly be selling all of the new unlocked handsets directly, possibly in Autumn, which is when we expect Android 5.0 Jelly Bean to be released. It’s unclear at this early stage which phone manufacturers have jumped aboard the coveted Nexus bandwagon or whether or not some models will be packing more power than others, but… -
Watch Tron: Uprising series prologue
16 May 2012 | 4:40 amDisney, in possession of Daft Punk’s excellent Tron soundtrack, is giving us more in an animated TV series that should sound electrifying. While the Tron Legacy film might not have done so great Tron: Uprising – airing on Disney XD on June 7th – was going to have its first episode online this Friday 18th May. But it’s been released early. The Tron: Uprising prologue episode titled Beck’s Beginning, is available now on YouTube for Americans, and is probably floating about the web in less savoury spots for UAE fans. The series stars Elijah Wood as Beck, with Mandy Moore as…
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Deal of the Day: Barnes and Noble NOOK Color eBook Reader
16 May 2012 | 1:36 pmSummer is practically upon us and forget and what better way to entertain yourself than with a Barnes & Noble NOOK Color eBook Reader? Today’s deal features the NOOK Color, model no. BNRV200, for $149 with free shipping thanks to a great eBay deal. You’ll save $50 off its original price of $199.99. The deal ends May 17, so you better hurry and buy it now!The eBook Reader from Barnes & Noble is a 7-inch tablet PC that keeps you entertained and allows you to be productive when on the go! The a 7″ 1024×600 LED-backlit color touchscreen LCD display with extra-wide viewing… -
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16 May 2012 | 12:14 pmIf 60-Inches is a too big for you than don’t worry, Buydig has multiple sales ongoing and this time it’s on this new 47-Inch LG 47LM7600 LED with 6 Pairs of 3D Glasses for $1204 after coupon! That’s right, not only does this TV sport an LED lighting source for a super clear and realistic image but also a 1080p HD Resolution and full 3D support with glasses to boot. Other features of this TV include its 240Hz refresh rate which smooths out the most intense of action scenes and its 9,000,000:1 Dynamic Contrast ratio which creates picture perfect color from black to white. It… -
LG 60PM6700 60-Inch 1080p 3D Slim Bezel Plasma Smart HD TV – $1304 + Free Ship
16 May 2012 | 12:07 pmIf you’ve been in search of a huge TV than here’s the deal for you! Brand new from LG’s lineup and fresh onto Buydig’s roster of coupon deals comes this 60-Inch 60PM6700 Plasma Screen HDTV for only $1304! This TV screams to life with a full 1080p High Definition resolution which is nested in a very thin bezel which gives you more screen to look at. It also comes with full support for 3D as well and therefore provides the ultimate in home theater quality. It’s Plasma technology also provides a super fast response time which eliminates blur along with a 600Hz… -
Project Sea Lion is World’s Fastest Amphibian Vehicle (video)
15 May 2012 | 11:02 pmMarc Witt’s Project Sea Lion has been named the world’s fastest amphibian vehicle after he entered it in an unofficial competition for the world’s fastest amphibious “land speed” vehicle. The idea for the prototype first came about in 2006 and was designed using CAD software and various and spread sheet calculations. The design is created from a clean sheet of paper, and was calculated to exceed previous speed records. Back in 2006 when the project was first started, its top water speed was 45 mph, while its land speed was 125 mph.Built from,TIG welded 5052 Aluminum… -
Sony Announces New VAIO E Models and Ivy Bridge Upgrades for VAIO S and VAIO Z lines I
15 May 2012 | 10:54 pmSony has announced two new model additions to its VAIO E lineup with the VAIO E Series 15 and 17, which are two larger models than its previously released VAIO E Series 14p. These two new additions don’t come with Ivy Bridge power, but do feature larger displays (15.5 inches and 17.3 inches) and have an optional Blu-ray player on the larger model, making them more entertainment focused. Both new VAIO E Series models run Intel Core i5-2450M CPUS and handle graphics with an AMD Radeon 7650M GPU and either 1GB or 2GB of VRAM depending on the model and include a 750GB hard drive spinning at…
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Genuine Samsung Galaxy S3 White Flip Cover
14 May 2012 | 10:10 amIf you loved white Galaxy Note and its bundled white flip cover, you will glad to know that Samsung will be offering a similar version of it for its new Galaxy S3. Just like the blue flip cover, the white flip cover replaces the back cover of the phone and at the same time, it [...] -
Core i5-3210m Notebook
14 May 2012 | 10:10 amIntel launched its first 22nm processors on April 23, 2012 and we are not finally seeing notebook manufactures releasing notebooks with Ivy Bridge processors. MSI rolled out GE60-i547 powered by Core i5 3210m processor today. This CPU runs at 2.5GHz clock speed and automatically overclocks to 3.1GHz under turbo mode. Like other i-series Ivy Bridge [...] -
Galaxy S3 Official Accessories
12 May 2012 | 8:52 amSamsung launched Galaxy S3 last week and it surely did generated a lot of buzz. We, at mobilityupdate, were able to get the first images for this amazing Samsung phone. First is the flip case that is very similar to the official flip case available for the Samsung Galaxy Note, which we showed off in [...] -
Official Galaxy Note ICS German Firmware Leaks
11 May 2012 | 3:01 amSamsung has promised to the Galaxy Note owners that it will be delivering the ICS (Android v4) in the Q2 2012, but someone has already got hold of the German ICS ROM. Spotted by our team on XDA, this ROM allows the user to upgrade from a gingerbread (Android v2.3) to ICS (v4). Here is [...] -
AMD R-464L, R-272F Specs
10 May 2012 | 11:47 pmAMD is all set to introduce its new Trinity processors, R-464L and R-272F next week and it appears that the company will include few embedded parts as well into the package. The company compared R-464L and R-272F to the similar sandy bridge processors and bested them in the GPU department. It even outperformed the powerful [...]
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Samsung Car Kits
16 May 2012 | 11:21 amSamsung reveals accessories for Galaxy SIIIThe Mobile Indian - Dec 31, 1969There is also a battery charger stand and wireless charging kit. This kit has a battery which will charge the phone, you can also use it as a stand to watch videos. With additional S-Pebble and multiple car dock options, the Samsung Galaxy S3 boasts a What You Need for Your Kids' Travel Entertainment KitTechlicious (blog) - Dec 31, 1969You may be able to stave it off, though, if you pack your kid's travel entertainment kit properly. Here's what I suggest you take with you. Kids' headphones are a must for… -
Fashion Accessories
11 May 2012 | 11:19 amSmall Exquisiteness, Big Surprise - Milanoo Summer Fashion AccessoriesMarketWatch (press release) - Dec 31, 1969CHENGDU, China, May, 11, 2012 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- After the release of summer dresses, global fashion supplier Milanoo introduces beautiful summer accessories to be the perfect match this May. The extensive range includes summer bags, Update Your Working Wardrobe With Women's Tailoring From NextSacramento Bee - Dec 31, 1969Showcasing stylish women's fashion and accessories, this season Next has the best in the latest summer trends. As well as selections from the latest… -
BlackBerry invisibleSHIELD
6 May 2012 | 11:19 amZAGG: The Stock That Everybody Should Be ConsideringSeeking Alpha - Dec 31, 1969Its main product is the invisibleSHIELD, a plastic cover for most of Apple products such as the iPad 3. It has proved very popular among consumers becoming one of the most used cases as it is very effective at preventing damage to some of the more -
HTC Wildfire
1 May 2012 | 11:19 amHTC Wildfire S (Virgin Mobile)PC Magazine - Dec 31, 1969The $144.99 HTC Wildfire S is the same phone we've reviewed on MetroPCS ($119, 3 stars) and T-Mobile (Free, 3.5 stars). It's a cute, tiny, entry-level Android smartphone. At 4.0 by 2.3 by .5 inches (HWD) and just 3.7 ounces, the Wildfire S is small, HTC Wildfire SCNET Australia - Dec 31, 1969By Buzz Moody | April 30, 2012 | 4 The is a small, classy smartphone that's great for basic social networking, texting and calls. HTC is a company that's no stranger to great design, with iconic devices such as the Nexus One and the… -
mobile phone 2010
26 Apr 2012 | 11:10 amConsumer Habits Changed by Recession and new Technology, Reveals TouchPoints4 DataSacramento Bee - Dec 31, 196939% of all adults and 59% of 15-24s use their mobile phones to access the Internet each week up from 16% and 34% respectively in 2010. 9% of adults use a tablet computer at least once a month compared to 8% who use an ebook.Tech Journal: Printing Without CablesWall Street Journal (blog) - Dec 31, 196920, 2010 Our computing habits have changed dramatically in the last few years. For news and emails, we have mostly shifted from the desktop computer to mobile phones and tablets. But…
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Lytro Light Field
15 May 2012 | 3:17 pmA special kind of camera Cameras made by Lytro are not of the sort that can be easily forgotten or tossed aside as soon as you buy them. They are… -
Samsung Galaxy S3
14 May 2012 | 2:47 pmA super Android smartphone Samsung’s Galaxy S3 is finally out. One of the most anticipated and hyped smartphones ever to be announced is finally ready to land in your hands.… -
Panasonic Viera TC-L37E5
12 May 2012 | 11:09 amA 37-inch Full HD TV Panasonic is going headlong into the creation of more and more TVs to satisfy an ever increasing number of consumers. The manufacturer uses only the… -
LG Infinia 47LW5600
10 May 2012 | 3:53 pmA cheap LED HDTV Passive 3D are two words that have already become known in TV land. Some keep saying that it’s not as good as active 3D. Then others… -
Sony Bravia KDL-46EX720
10 May 2012 | 3:21 pmA 3D HDTV at a good price An HDTV capable of rendering movies in 3D is a very sought after item. Especially since a lot of movies are starting to…
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Sprint CEO: iPhone deal will pay off 'over time'
16 May 2012 | 1:27 pmSprint is paying some hefty subsidies to carry the iPhone — up to $15.5 billion over four years — but CEO Dan Hesse still appears confident that the phone was a worthwhile gamble. During the annual shareholders meeting, Hesse reassured listeners that "carrying the iPhone will be quite profitable." While he admitted Sprint may not actually see profit from the iPhone for a few more years, Hesse says that company is "very happy" with the decision. "We believe in the long term... And over time we will make more money on iPhone customers than we will on other customers." Hesse's… -
Good Deal: $50 off Xbox 360 bundles
16 May 2012 | 1:06 pmIt's that time of year when retailers start pushing promotions for "dads and grads," and you know what that means: discounts on game consoles. The Microsoft Store has kicked things off a bit early by taking $50 off a few Xbox 360 bundles. The cheapest one you'll be able to get is the base 250GB kit, which is being offered for $249.99. If you're looking for a bit more you can get the 250GB Kinect Holiday Bundle for $349.99, which includes Kinect Adventures and Carnival Games: Monkey See Monkey Do. Lastly, you can splurge and get the custom-painted Kinect Star Wars bundle for $399.99, which… -
Verizon to kill grandfathered unlimited data plans for customers upgrading to LTE devices
16 May 2012 | 12:44 pmVerizon Wireless will no longer be allowing customers on a grandfathered unlimited data plan to upgrade to a 4G LTE smartphone when the carrier launches its tiered data share plans in mid-summer. Executive Vice President and CFO Fran Shammo announced the news during an investors conference this morning. "LTE is our anchor point for data share, so as you come through an upgrade cycle and you upgrade in the future, you will have to go onto the data share plan, moving away from the unlimited world," he said. "So when you think about our 3G base — a lot of our 3G base is unlimited —… -
Comcast's Skype on Xfinity adds video calling to HDTVs for $9.95 a month
16 May 2012 | 12:31 pmWe've seen plenty of third-party ways to add Skype video calling to your TV, and even a few from TV manufacturers, but now service providers are getting in the game too: Comcast just announced tight integration with the service across its products. The new service is called Skype on Xfinity, and it comes as a bundle from Comcast: you pay $9.95 a month, and in addition to the Skype software you get an HD video camera that looks just like the "Astro" camera we saw back in January, along with an adaptor box and a new remote that includes a full QWERTY keyboard for typing Skype IMs (it looks a… -
Oracle and Google take copyright damages out of the jury's hands
16 May 2012 | 12:22 pmYesterday Oracle counsel David Boies made a spur-of-the-moment suggestion that would prevent the jury from handling damages for Google's copyright infringement in Android, and keep Oracle's hopes for a substantive payout alive in the process. This morning both parties — and Judge William Alsup — agreed to the proposition. Under the agreement, any and all damages related to the two copyright infringement counts the search giant faces — at the moment, just for nine lines of rangeCheck code and eight decompiled Java files — will be delayed until Judge Alsup rules on the…
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TechTicks-A podcast on modern technology gadgets
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New Developments in Electric Cars
15 May 2012 | 2:28 pm2012’s new car lineup includes a record number of electric models, with even more projected for 2013. Rising gas prices and improved technology combine to make electrics more appealing than ever. Or at least that seems to be the prediction of auto makers. American car makers, not previously all that enthused about electrics or hybrids, are getting into the game in a big way. GM will continue to market the plug-in hybrid Volt, and has introduced another plug-in hybrid model, the Opel Ampera, for the European market. There are also rumors of a Cadillac electric coming in 2013, and a plug-in… -
Samsung Announced Samsung Omnia M Windows Phone
12 May 2012 | 2:50 pmCouple of days back, Samsung announced their latest windows phone, The Samsung Focus 2 to be launched in America. Now Samsung is originating up with another windows phone, The Samsung Omina M which is likely to be launch in Europe first. Samsung Omnia M is going to feature multimedia, multitasking performance and social connectivity options. With 4.0’’ Super AMOLED display has an amazing viewing experience of superb color and readability even just in daylight conditions while saving significant battery life. New device features front facing VGA camera which lets you make video calls and 5… -
Great 5 Awesome Android Games
10 May 2012 | 3:48 pmThe android platform has become increasingly popular over the years. This has led game developers to consider it as a serious platform in which they can develop advanced games. Thus with ever-increasing power of smart-phones that run on the android platform there is definitely a huge improvement in the quality and the number of games offered in the android platform. Moreover the cut throat competition among the developers has led to the development of very exciting and extremely addictive games for the android platform. The top 5 android games of this top of the range lifestyle apps are… -
Advantages Of Using VPN On HTC
9 May 2012 | 12:40 pmVPN stands for Virtual Private Network. It is secure and basically uses public telecommunication infrastructures like the internet to provide regional offices, travelers or constantly moving people with an access to a central organizational network. It functions to keep information of users as private by securing data with firewall. There are two types of VPN-remote access and site to site. With the kind of technology the world is adopting, a company with differently situated offices will need to have a secure and reliable network to share information across their companies. This is because… -
AT&T Announces Samsung’s First 4G LTE Windows Phone: The Samsung Focus 2
7 May 2012 | 7:07 pmAT&T is about to offer customers the most vigorous Windows Phone With the launch of the third Windows Phone smartphone on its 4G LTE network. This time AT&T is going to offer Samsung’s First 4G LTE Windows Phone, The Samsung Focus 2 from 20th May for $49.99 with two-year contract. The Focus 2 is sleek and trendy and is going to be available inside of a shiny pure white. The Samsung Focus 2 stages the Windows Phone 7.5 operating systems that gives time updates with regards to your Start Screen including calendar appointments, emails or social websites feeds. Microsoft Office…
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The Geeks Club
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New MacBook Pro in WWDC
16 May 2012 | 12:16 pmIt looks like the MacBook Pro rumors spreading from past few months were true. Launch of refreshed MacBook Pro for summer 2012 is imminent. The new MacBook Pro for 2012 ...more >>>Check full article at TheGeeksClub.com -
Nokia launches Nokia 110 and Nokia 112
16 May 2012 | 5:34 amNot every new device rolled out from the Nokia shores is a Windows Phone. Nokia announced the launch of two new mobile devices today, the Nokia 110 and the Nokia ...more >>>Check full article at TheGeeksClub.com -
HTC to hit Entry Level Smartphone Market with HTC Desire C
16 May 2012 | 5:28 amHTC is now ready to debut the entry level smartphone market with its upcoming Android 4.0 smartphone named as HTC Desire C. The phone is all set to release in ...more >>>Check full article at TheGeeksClub.com -
How to run iPhone Specific Apps in Full Scale on an iPad
15 May 2012 | 11:30 amIf you are an iPad user and want to run some of the iPhone specific games and apps on your iPad, you might have noticed that your iPad provides you ...more >>>Check full article at TheGeeksClub.com -
Machinarium Now On Android Smartphones
15 May 2012 | 10:30 amMachinarium is a puzzle point-and-click adventure game developed by Amanita Design. The game has been already realeased on Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X, Linux, iOS, BlackBerry PlayBook, PlayStation 3′s PSN ...more >>>Check full article at TheGeeksClub.com
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Geek My Gadget
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Safety Pin USB Flash Drive
16 May 2012 | 9:00 amBulavkus—a USB flash drive disguised as a classic safety pin—keeps your data safely pinned. via Artlebedev -
Connect Multiple Bluetooth Devices to an iPhone
15 May 2012 | 8:00 pmA modular device, NODE communicates with smartphones via Bluetooth. Bluetooth requires less energy than Wifi and can send information directly to your Bluetooth enabled device. With new Bluetooth Low Energy, NODE can communicate with iPhone 4S and some Android phones at up to 50 meters with even less energy than conventional Bluetooth. With multiple NODEs … Continue reading » -
Tony Stark’s Iron Man Power Band
15 May 2012 | 9:00 amWe’ve seen the scene from the movie (Click here to see it if you haven’t yet#. Loki visits Tony Stark’s pad and they chat. Tony is behind his bar pouring a drink, of course. He surreptitiously reaches down and puts on two Power Bands – then has a cool line about avenging the Earth #get … Continue reading » -
The Ultimate Geek Mouse
14 May 2012 | 8:00 pmCut your puppet strings and experience computer gaming at its wireless best with the Cyborg R.A.T. 9 Wireless Gaming Mouse. It features zero latency 2.4 Ghz wireless technology with a staggering 1ms response time as well as eleventy billion customization options from weight to feel to buttons. You’ll be at the top of your game … Continue reading » -
Solar Powered Guitar Tuner
14 May 2012 | 9:00 amThe Tascam TC1S is the world’s first solar powered tuner. This guitar accessory is always ready to use with a solar recharging panel mounted above the large LCD display – no harmful batteries to throw away. You can even quick charge the TC1S through a USB connector when you’re totally in the dark. Input can … Continue reading »
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Survival Guide
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How to Convert your iPhone into a Wi-Fi Camera
15 May 2012 | 6:48 pmNext time you want to keep any eye on your kids playing in another room while you do you work [...] -
Create your own Hot Keys to Launch Any Application in Windows
15 May 2012 | 4:32 pmCtl+ Alt + Del is the one of the most popular and widely used Hot key for Windows Users. This [...] -
Change Default Font Style in GMail
15 May 2012 | 2:53 pmWhen you compose an email message in GMail, it’s default font chosen by GMail. You can change text style like [...] -
Hulu Plus Ad Swap Feature is Far Better that YouTube Ads
15 May 2012 | 10:53 amWhenever you watch videos online on YouTube, Vimeo, HuluPlus or any other video streaming website, most of the time you [...] -
5 Free & Gorgeous Retina Resolution Wallpapers for your iPad
13 May 2012 | 9:27 amGreat wallpapers help us be more cheerful and can beautify our day. For our readers, we will try and provide [...]
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Executive Pinstripe Hoodie
10 May 2012 | 3:33 pmThe geniuses at Betabrand have done it again. The same people that brought you Dress Pant Sweatpants have introduced their newest innovation: the Executive Pinstripe Hoodie ($148). This super-fine worsted Merino wool hoodie has a Paisley tie-cloth liner and should be worn to all of your business meetings from this point forward. Business on the bottom, party on the top. -
You’re Welcome Gift Tags
10 May 2012 | 3:24 pmWhat better way to say “You’re Welcome” than to fasten a huge tag on your awesome gift. Your lucky friend can skip the thank you card when you use these You’re Welcome. Linoleum Block print Gift Tags ($6.75). Tags are hand-pressed, single process linoleum block print on 13 point cardstock with brown, reinforced circle. -
Skullcandy Hesh 2 Headphones
8 May 2012 | 4:09 pmSkullcandy has introduced their next generation of over-ear mid-range headphones. The Hesh 2 Headphones ($60 – $70) come equipped with Skullcandy’s Supreme Sound technology, with attacking bass, natural vocals and precision highs. Available with or without a mic, these headphones are in the upper echelon of over-ear headphones without the lofty price point. -
Grillworks Infierno 103
8 May 2012 | 3:57 pmIf you are in search of the most comprehensive, full-service grill on the market, you can stop looking. It is the called the Grillworks Infierno 103 ($TBA) and it puts just about any other grill to shame. This custom-built grilling station is designed to include the chef, and his fire, in the dining experience. With a central fire station that quickly creates charcoal from whole pieces of wood, each grilling station has upper fixed shelves for resting and a sub-shelf system for smoking and gentle cooking. The grill also includes a lift system and built-in storage, and entire… -
American Bison Indispensable Wallet
8 May 2012 | 3:28 pmIt’s difficult to find EDC products designed with photographer in mind, but the people at Hold Fast Gear focus on exactly that. They have recently introduced new colors of their American Bison Indispensable Wallet ($65) designed just for photographers, although the rest of us could benefit from the wallet’s simplicity. It has one outside pocket for ID and credit cards, and a simple flap that reveals two slots for memory cards (of the SD and CF variety). There is also a larger interior pocket for business cards and cash, which means less time fumbling through pockets for…
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Dell XPS 15z Core i5 Laptop PC Computer
15 May 2012 | 3:11 amOverview Overview Intel Core i5-2410M processor 2.30 GHz with Turb Boost Up to 500GB SATA hard drive (7200RPM) 6GB Dual Channel DDR3 1333MHz NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 525M 1GB graphics with Optimus Elemental Silver Aluminum 15.6″ HD (720P) WLED Display 8-Cell Lithium Ion Primary Battery 1.3MP HD Webcam with dual array digital microphones The Dell XPS 15z Core i5 laptop is the thinnest laptop among the Dell Core i5 series. It is a highly feature rich laptop with a lot of good features and advantages. The fact that this laptop is ultra-thin it can be carried easily and is perfect for home and… -
Dell XPS M1330 Core2Duo Laptop PC Computer
13 May 2012 | 6:09 amOverview Dell XPS M1330 Overview Core 2 Duo T7100 1.8GHz 120GB 5400RPM HDD 2x1GB DDR2-667 RAM NVIDIA GeForce 8400M GS 128MB GDDR3 13.3″ widescreen LED backlit display WXGA (1280×800) 6-cell and 9-cell batteries Fingerprint reader The Dell XPS M1330 Core2Duo laptop gained a lot of popularity when it was first launched by Dell. The main reasons were its sleek and stylish design and the brilliant features that it came with. It was the thinnest laptop made by dell with a 13.3 inches screen. It is a very light weight laptop. As you increase the battery cells, the weight increases but it… -
Dell Inspiron 1525 Core2Duo Laptop PC Computer
2 May 2012 | 2:53 pmOverview Dell Inspiron 1525 Overview 2.0GHz Core 2 Duo T7250 processor 120GB 5400 RPM SATA Hard Drive 2GB DDR2-667 SDRAM (extendable up to 4GB) Intel Integrated Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 15.4″ Widescreen XGA (1280 x 800) 6-cell battery 8x Dual-layer DVD±RW drive The Dell inspiron 1525 Core2Duo laptop PC is the improved version of the Dell 1520. It is much more attractive, much smaller and much thinner laptop compared to 1520. Dell has reduced its weight by half a pound. One more attractive thing about this laptop is the 4 new color patters that have been introduced in this… -
Dell Latitude D630 Core2Duo Laptop PC Computer
29 Apr 2012 | 3:22 amOverview Dell Latitude D630 Overview Intel T7300 Core 2 Duo (2.0GHz, 800MHz FSB, 4MB Cache) 80GB 540RPM Hard drive 512MB (512MB x 1) RAM, up to 4GB max Intel GMA X3100 Graphics card WXGA+ 1440 x 900 (matte) Display 9-cell 85WHr Battery UPEK fingerprint reader The Dell latitude D630 Core2Duo laptop is the upgraded version of D620 with major enhancements. It has been designed to meet the requirements of a business class machine by providing a good processing speed and memory with ultra-light weight. The machine has a decent Core2Duo processor with a reasonable 8GB Hard drive memory. The RAM is… -
Dell Vostro v13 Core2Duo Laptop PC Computer
24 Apr 2012 | 1:47 amOverview Dell Vostro v13 Overview Intel Core 2 Duo SU7300 1.3GHz processor 2GB DDR3 RAM 320GB 7200 RPM Hard Disk Drive 13.3″ HD (1366×768) with Anti-glare LED backlight display 1.3 Megapixel Integrated Webcam Intel GMA 4500MHD graphics 6-cell Lithium-Ion Battery Windows 7 professional edition 64bit The Dell Vostro v13 Core2Duo Laptop PC Computer is a high performance Business-class portable machine comes with a fraction of a cost and gives you the portability and a solid design. The laptop has a razor-thin and ultra-light aluminum body and energy-efficient Intel® processors that…
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Car Toys Blog
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Improving Sound Quality In Your Ride for Less, Part 2
9 May 2012 | 12:15 pmHere’s the second installment of our cheap sound quality blog. In part one, we talked about making sure your digital files were compressed to a higher bitrate. Today, let’s talk about keeping everything tight- from they way your deck is installed, to the way your speakers are mounted, to the amount of change you have laying around. An example: it’s the summer of 2008. I’m listening to Big Pimpin’ in my car. BOOM BOOM BOOM BOOM – doo doo doo dee doo. Then I hear it: every time there’s a bass hit, something is RATTLING. Loud. It almost… -
Improving Sound Quality In Your Ride For Less, Part I
4 May 2012 | 1:13 pmWe here at the Car Toys blog figured that we would give you some tips on how to make the music in your car sound better, cheap. You know that Car Toys has a full selection of A/V equipment to help with the BIG changes, but we’ll run by some of the small steps you can take for some improvement. Tip #1: change the compression settings on your digital media! I can’t stress this enough. Even if you have a stock cassette deck and you are running your iPod through a tape adapter, this will make a difference. Doubly so with a properly installed audio system! If you have iTunes, I’d… -
Going Mobile (and what it means for your car audio system)
27 Apr 2012 | 1:41 amTo state the obvious: smartphones are here to stay. I’m an iPhone user, as are many of my friends, but some have Windows phones, Android phones, and some are using a Blackberry. They store a LOT of music and video on their devices, as do I. I remember how crazy it seemed when I saw my first 512MB MP3 player. ”Whoah, I can have 100 songs?!” Ah, the good old days. Now, my iPhone has 1295 songs as well as a few episodes of Modern Family and some books. I haven’t bought a CD in months. So, if you have all of this entertainment within arms reach, why… -
Be cool on the water — upgrade your boat sound
19 Apr 2012 | 3:06 pmIf there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s that I have no business telling other people what’s “cool”. As the least cool person on the planet, I’m pretty sure I’m going to be busted by the cool police just for posting this. And yet, even I can tell you that one of the least cool things you can do is to head out in your sweet boat with a lame sound system. Boats are cool. Cool boats are especially cool. Taking your friends out on the lake is cool. Having a great time in the sun water skiing, fishing or just hanging out? Very cool. Your old cassette deck and box of 1980s… -
A wrap-up to our Birthday Bash!
29 Mar 2012 | 2:37 pmYou all know the saying, “All good things must come to an end.” We can’t believe it’s already time to wrap up the last week of our 25th Birthday Bash. In the last six weeks, we’ve given away six awesome party packs full of the best mobile devices around. We’ve played three fierce games of Twitter Trivia, offered up countless Smartphones for just a penny, and did we mention the grand prize trip to Vegas and day at Exotics Racing at the Las Vegas Speedway? Birthdays are so much fun! We hope you enjoyed our party. Here are a couple fun birthday facts as we put away our party poppers…
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TECHNOGIST
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iball Glam 3
9 May 2012 | 9:44 pmLets take a look at iball glam 3 which calls itself as a glamour baby.What is good about this phone is that it comes with a variety of colors that allow the user to choose from according to their likes.It has got 2.6 inches TFT LCD display that gives a good user experience.This phone contains a physical keypad with well spaced out keys that makes texting easy.It comes with king movie and FM -
EPSON PictureMate PM245
7 May 2012 | 10:09 pmEpson picturemate pm245 is a portable photoprinter that allows you to print photos of various sizes according to your needs such as for visas,IDs and passports.It is a perfect travel partner for you that delivers high quality pictures.It weighs just 2.3 kgs and can be carried easily.The printer is cost effective,comes at a price of Rs.9999. The printer delivers upto 4 x 6 inches -
Microsoft Bluetooth Mobile Keyboard 5000
1 May 2012 | 9:29 pmMicrosoft Bluetooth mobile keyboard 5000 is a wireless,Bluetooth-enabled keyboard.You can use it with any Bluetooth compatible devices.Especially,it comes handy for those who find difficulty in using on screen keys.The main disadvantage of on screen keys is that it occupies half of the screen space making it difficult to use other devices.Thanks to Microsoft for its low price.Yes it comes at a -
BlackBerry Curve 9220
29 Apr 2012 | 8:53 pmThe blackberry curve 9220 is an affordable one from blackberry with a mere price of Rs 10,990 which is low compared to its other smart phones.Compared to its predecessor curve 8520,this one has got longer battery life and is smart looking with good finish around the corners. Blackberry Curve 9220 Photos BlackBerry Curve 9220 Specifications PHYSICAL -
HTC One X
17 Apr 2012 | 9:20 pmHTC came with some extraordinary phones in the last few years.Now they have come up with HTC one X-the smartphone with some nice features. The phone comes with a powerful quad processor which enriches your gaming and internet experience.Browse the web with lightning speed.It has got a 8 MP camera with which you can capture stunning photos.The overall design of the phone
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Geek My Gadget
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Safety Pin USB Flash Drive
16 May 2012 | 9:00 amBulavkus—a USB flash drive disguised as a classic safety pin—keeps your data safely pinned. via Artlebedev -
Connect Multiple Bluetooth Devices to an iPhone
15 May 2012 | 8:00 pmA modular device, NODE communicates with smartphones via Bluetooth. Bluetooth requires less energy than Wifi and can send information directly to your Bluetooth enabled device. With new Bluetooth Low Energy, NODE can communicate with iPhone 4S and some Android phones at up to 50 meters with even less energy than conventional Bluetooth. With multiple NODEs … Continue reading » -
Tony Stark’s Iron Man Power Band
15 May 2012 | 9:00 amWe’ve seen the scene from the movie (Click here to see it if you haven’t yet#. Loki visits Tony Stark’s pad and they chat. Tony is behind his bar pouring a drink, of course. He surreptitiously reaches down and puts on two Power Bands – then has a cool line about avenging the Earth #get … Continue reading » -
The Ultimate Geek Mouse
14 May 2012 | 8:00 pmCut your puppet strings and experience computer gaming at its wireless best with the Cyborg R.A.T. 9 Wireless Gaming Mouse. It features zero latency 2.4 Ghz wireless technology with a staggering 1ms response time as well as eleventy billion customization options from weight to feel to buttons. You’ll be at the top of your game … Continue reading » -
Solar Powered Guitar Tuner
14 May 2012 | 9:00 amThe Tascam TC1S is the world’s first solar powered tuner. This guitar accessory is always ready to use with a solar recharging panel mounted above the large LCD display – no harmful batteries to throw away. You can even quick charge the TC1S through a USB connector when you’re totally in the dark. Input can … Continue reading »
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Tech Terrain
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Rumoured LiquidMetal iPhone 5 Concept Pics
14 May 2012 | 5:02 pmApple’s next iPhone, the heavily-speculated iPhone 5 will be released later this year. The million-dollar question is WHEN? While some rumors point toward an October release, others indicate a late-August to early-September launch date. So here are the Liquidmetal iPhone 5 concept designs from Jon Fawcett, one of the designers behind the Une Bobine. -
Micromax Aisha A50 Ninja Price and Specs
13 May 2012 | 5:38 amMicromax recently launched the AISHA A50 Ninja. Introducing wallet friendly A50 superphone Ninja at Rs 4,999 with a unique voice control feature called Aisha (The Indian counterpart of the iPhone Siri), Micromax is leveraging the countrywide feature phone distribution to take Smart Phone to the masses. In succession to A85, A75, A73 and A78, Micromax intensifies its Superfone portfolio by -
Website Owned by Indian State Government Hacked
12 May 2012 | 5:52 pmThe Bruhat Bangalore Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) website owned by the Karnataka State Government on Friday morning were in for a surprise. They found that the website (www.bbmp.gov.in) had been hacked. The BBMP officials, who were flummoxed by the unexpected turn of events, immediately set about trying to restore it. According to officials from the Cyber Security Response Team, who are -
Samsung’s New Interactive Smart TV launched in India
8 May 2012 | 5:41 pmSamsung Electronics, recently announced the launch of its new, more interactive and intuitive Smart TV models - its flagship LED ES8000 and ES7500 series and the Plasma E8000 series in the Indian market.Smart Interaction technology provides Smart TV users with a new, more natural and intuitive option for controlling and interacting with the TV - breaking the physical boundaries between the -
Samsung Galaxy S3 Full Specifications
5 May 2012 | 5:25 am. Samsung has unveiled its latest flagship smartphone, the Samsung Galaxy S3, at an event in Earls Court, London The Galaxy S3 specs are also in and now we officially know about most of its features and performance specs. The ones that really got me going are the lovely 4.8 inch display and the introduction of S-Voice and S-Beam. As one of the most anticipated devices of the year,
