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Sony Ericsson Zylo

2010-08-21T14:53:00.000-07:00

This phone was launch at the same time as the SE Spiro and that model has a 3.5mm port, so what gives? The Spiro does not have the features as good as the Zylo, so why on earth would Sony Ericsson put a 3.5mm port there instead of the Zylo? Anyway, back to its design, on the right side is the volume toggle and camera button. Sliding the Zylo up and down was not a problem and it certainly feels solid enough.

The camera found on the Zylo is neither fantastic nor terrible. A 3.2 megapixel shooter is just about as basic as it gets these days. Pictures in daylight turned out beautifully but night time shot were quite terrible, even more so due to the absence of a flash. For best results, keep your hand steady because it isn’t that fast altogether. Its video player is about as basic as the camera too.

It’s a pity it has no Wi-Fi since everyone loves going on to Facebook and Twitter. But there’s always 3G for that. As with most SE phones these days, you can snap pics and post on Picasa and Flickr, plus, watching Youtube videos on its 2.6 inch screen isn’t a bad idea too.

Battery life is nothing to shout about. I managed two days under full usage. This slider comes in three interestingly named colors, namely Jazz Black, Chacha Silver and Swing Pink. Connectivity wise, everything is there, save the pre-mentioned Wi-Fi. Internal memory in this phone is at 260MB but it is expandable up to 16GB with a microSD card slot.

Overall, there a few nice features on this phone, but some spoilers just ruin the whole magic of it. If you are looking for a new phone with good music features and decent in day-to-day usage, then you should check out the Zylo.

Pros : Audio qulity, MicroSD up to 16GB, Human curvature design

Cons : Lacks 3.5mm jack, Lousy keypad

Sony Ericsson Zylo Specifications :

Size : 103 x 52 x 11.5 mm

Weight : 115g

Display : Scratch resistant 2.6 inch TFT screen

Input : Keypad

Camera : 3.2 Megapixel / No Flash

Connectivity : HSDPA/3G/EDGE/GPRS/Bluetooth/USB/MicroSD
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Sony NEX-3 Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Cameras

2010-08-14T15:41:00.000-07:00

Sony NEX-3 Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Cameras

Olympus was the first of the lot to bring Micro Four Thirds system to the world, followed by Panasonic and then Samsung with its own mirrorless SLR system. As one of the largest electronics company in the world, it’s only fair that Sony also want to tap into the large compact user crowd and this it did with unveiling of its highly anticipated Sony NEX range of mirrorless SLRs. Using Sony’s proprietary interchangeable lens system in a body as small as its Cyber-shot range, Sony has managed to roll out the world’s smallest mirrorless SLR ever.

I don’t know about you, but I’ve been waiting for something like this since its prototype was unveiled a few months ago. The NEX-3 was introduced alongside its sibling, the NEX-5 and the main differences are their bodies and that the NEX-5 shoots in 1080iP. The NEX-3 is built with polycarbonate body while the NEX-5 has a magnesium alloy body.

To be honest, I really like the NEX-3, firstly because it also comes in white and red whereas the NEX-5 only comes in silver. The review unit I got comes with the 18-200mm lens and 16mm F2.8 pancake lens. I find that the pancake lens does an awesome job of wide shots up-close while the zoom lens gives you more control over creative shots. The NEX series acts as a ‘bridge’ to DSLRs for compact users and it comes with shooting tips to optimize photography results.

The only gripe I had was with the auto focus, which couldn’t ‘lock’ onto the subject if you half press and release the shutter the second time. This not only happens with the Sony NEX-3 but for most mirrorless compacts as well, I find.

With HDR mode, Sweep Panorama, Anti Motion Blur and many other artistic effects for creative, edgy look, the NEX-3 is never short of capabilities and it goes beyond just point-and-shoot. It incorporates the simplicity and size of a compact but uses the performance and capabilities of a DSLR. Personally, I was contemplating to get a DSLR but after just one-night with the NEX-3, I realize that this too can be a complement or possible replacement for DSLRs in the future.

Vuvuzela - South African Horn in your choice of colors

2010-06-19T09:26:00.000-07:00

Vuvuzela - South African Horn in your choice of colors. Even you not in South African you still can have it. Amazon sell in many colors. This is the horn of choice for soccer fans in the stadiums in South Africa. It kind of sounds like an elephant and is a great way to show your support for your on-field heroes.

Bento 3 Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard

2010-06-15T06:08:00.000-07:00

Bento 3 now includes iPhoto integration, security options, multi-user sharing, and much more!
Choose from 35 pre-designed templates included with Bento, download and import templates from others who share your passion, or design your own custom forms using beautiful themes designed by Mac artists.
Bento links directly to the Address Book and iCal information you already have on your Mac to display your contacts and calendars in new and exciting ways. Add places to store important details about each person, event, or task, including related files, photos, and emails. Plus, changes you make in Bento are reflected in Address Book and iCal so your MobileMe account, your iPhone, and your iPod touch will be in sync.
Now you can easily share your contact lists, project plans, event details, and other Bento libraries with up to 5 Bento users on your local area network. Choose which libraries you want to share, and if you want to allow adding, deleting, and updating of information, or limit access to viewing only. Even add a password if you like. Now your family and friends, classmates, and coworkers will always be informed and up to date.

Canon EF-S 55-250mm f

2010-06-13T23:28:00.000-07:00

Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4.0-5.6 IS Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras
This telephoto zoom lens is designed with Canon's Optical Image Stabilizer technology while retaining compactness and lightness, in response to demands of photographers. This high zoom ratio lens is equivalent to a focal length of 88-400mm in the 35mm format (when used on Canon EOS cameras compatible with EF-S lenses), and the image stabilizer effect equivalent to a shutter speed about 4 stops faster than the same size lens without Image Stabilizer. In other words, if the slowest shutter speed you could formerly hold a 250mm lens steadily was 1/250th of a second, with Canon's 4-stop stabilization correction, you could hand-hold at shutter speeds as slow as 1/15th of a second. It also uses a UD-glass lens element to correct chromatic aberration for excellent image quality throughout the zoom range. This new EF-S telephoto lens with great features delivers excellent performance at an affordable price for all photographers.
Incorporating Canon's Optical Image Stabilizer technology, this Canon 55-250mm telephoto zoom lens captures long distance, low-light shots far better than many comparable lenses, helping you photograph the far-off action of athletes or zoom in for an intimate portrait with a blurred background. The high-zoom-ratio lens is equivalent to a focal length of 88-400mm in the 35mm format (when used on Canon EOS cameras compatible with EF-S lenses). More significantly, the image stabilizer effect creates an equivalent shutter speed of roughly four stops faster than the same size lens without an image stabilizer. In other words, if the slowest shutter speed you can hold a 250mm lens steadily is normally 1/250th of a second, this Canon lens will let you hand-hold shutter speeds as slow as 1/15th of a second. The lens also boasts a UD-glass lens element to correct chromatic aberration to create excellent image quality throughout the zoom range. Delivering an excellent performance at an affordable price for all photographers, the 55-250mm lens carries a one-year warranty.

Specifications

* Focal length: 55-250mm
* Maximum aperture: f/4 to f/5.6
* Lens construction: 12 elements in 10 groups, including one UD-glass element
* Diagonal angle of view: 27 degrees (at 50 feet) to 6 degrees (at 15 feet), with APS-C image sensors
* Focus adjustment: DC motor, gear-driven (front focusing design)
* Closest focusing distance: 3.6 feet (0.31x maximum close-up magnification)
* Filter size: 58mm
* Dimensions: 2.8 inches in diameter and 4.3 inches long
* Weight: 13.8 ounces
* Warranty: 1 year

Logitech Wireless Desktop MK710 Keyboard

2010-06-13T23:25:00.000-07:00

Logitech Wireless Desktop MK710 Keyboard
If you don’t want the hassle and possible mess of having a wired desktop setup, you might want to check out the Logitech Wireless Desktop MK710. Designed to maintain a hassle-free environment as much as possible, this desktop offers battery life for up to three years to both the keyboard and mouse. It includes the Logitech Unifying receiver, which you can add other compatible wireless mouse or other keyboards without multiple USB receivers. To add to it, the keyboard features the Logitech Incurve keys that cradle the user’s fingers and a cushioned palm rest gives more comfort. The mouse even has hyper-fast scrolling for quick, easy document browsing. Topping it off is an integrated LCD dashboard for showing the keyboard’s statuses. That’s convenience for you.

Canon EOS 550D (European EOS Rebel T2i) 18 MP CMOS APS-C Digital SLR Camera Made in Japan (Body)

2010-06-13T01:22:00.000-07:00

Canon EOS 550D
The new flagship of the EOS Rebel line, Canon EOS 550D (EOS Rebel T2i) brings professional EOS features into an easy to use, lightweight digital SLR that's a joy to use. Featuring a class-leading 18.0-megapixel CMOS image sensor and increased light sensitivity for low light photography, the EOS Rebel 550D (EOS Rebel T2i) also has an advanced HD Movie mode for gorgeous Full HD movies. Able to capture up to 3.7 frames per second, it's ready to go the minute it's picked up. Advanced Live View, a new wide-area screen, plus features like Canon's brilliant Auto Lighting Optimizer and Highlight Tone features ensure brilliant photos and movies, easily. With some of the most advanced features of any digital SLR, it's simply the best Rebel Canon has ever created.

Sony Ericsson Vivaz

2010-06-12T10:10:00.000-07:00

The phone has surprisingly much more compact design, especially when compared to the Satio; the screen has been bumped down to 3.2 inches, and while it might look a little bland, the curvaceous design and its size make it both very pocket-able and sleek in looks. The bottom of the screen houses the menu, answer and decline call buttons, while the lock button is relegated to the same as the power, with the camera function keys situated to the right side. Everything is within reach of fingers.
This leaves us now to the camera, located at the back of the phone. It takes images at 8.1-megapixels, and overall the picture quality pretty decent, with great colors in daylight shot and commendable noise reduction with darker shots. Like the Satio, the camera is jam packed with enough features to build a compact camera. It has smile detection, image stabilizing, geo-tagging and picture blogging features, making it as deliciously wholesome.
Even better is the video camera function that allows for video captured at 720p with continuous autofocus, something we don’t normally see outside of digital cameras. Image quality is just as decent, though with notable noise in dark shots.
The phone functionalities, however, take a backseat to the camera. The one big gripe with it is its somewhat problematic touch screen interface. The Vivaz utilizes a resistive touch screen over an S60 interface; it works alright when browsing and selecting large icons, but when it comes to scrolling with the scroll bar or managing through the keypad, the imprecise touch coupled with the unfriendly user interface just keeps aggravating.
Still, with a wholesome array of connectivity options like Wi-Fi and 3G, the phone can function pretty overall.
As a camera phone, the Sony Ericsson Vivaz does what it does best. It’s just unfortunate that the finicky user interface mars the entire package, but if you can live through that, this phone won’t disappoint.
Pros : Compact design, Excellent camera, HD recording
Cons : Annoying user interface, No xenon flash
Sony Ericcson Vivaz Specifications :
Frequency : 3G, HSPA (900/2100MHz), Quad-band GSM, GPRS, EDGE
Screen : 3.2 inch Color 16:9 HD touchscreen (TFT) at 360 x 630 resolution
Connectivity : Bluetooth, USB2.0, Wi-Fi
Others : 8.1 megapixels color camera
Dimensions : 107 x 52 x 12.5 mm
Weight : 97 g

Microsoft LifeCam Cinema

2010-06-12T10:07:00.001-07:00

Ever since the creation of Skype and Youtube, tech-savvy people will find an excuse to use a webcam. Everyday videos are uploaded to Youtube – be it from professionals to webcam videos. Having a webcam that delivers clear pictures and videos has become an important aspect when purchasing one. Of course, you can use webcams to do other things as well but we’ll leave that up to your imagination. If you fall into one of the many categories of webcam users, let us introduce you to the nifty Microsoft LifeCam Cinema.

It boasts of being the first consumer webcam with 720pm high definition (HD) sensor, which delivers widescreen video at 16:9 at up to 30 frames per second. We can attest to its HD quality – our video quality was beyond clear and we were pleased that we didn’t look pixilated as we move around. The price is simply too good to pass up for the feature it provides.

The LifeCam Cinema is equipped with Auto Focus and ClearFrame Technology. It is no wonder that videos are crisp and smooth when we were testing it. It is coupled with a digital noise-cancelling microphone and a flexible attachment – giving you the flexibility to video-conference or record in any environment (as long as you have a PC or laptop, of course).

Our only grumble with the Auto Focus function is that sometimes when we move ever-so-slightly (left, right, front, back, you name it), the webcam readjusts its focus. We think it is a tad bit too sensitive to the movement.

Modular BeagleBoard touchscreen gadgets

2010-06-09T22:54:00.000-07:00

Alarm Clock Tea Maker

2010-06-03T05:11:00.000-07:00

This has to be the strangest combination gadget ever and yet I could see it becoming very handy. Instead of waking up to an obnoxious beep, you could wake up to that beep noise and quickly recover with a nice hot cup of tea. Of course maybe you should keep away from the chamomile, it’s probably best not to do anything that might help you fall back to sleep.

If you like instant coffee instead of tea, it can do that as well. Should you be a tea fan though it’ll require 2 of your favorite tea bags and your own cup and saucer set. You just put either your mix or tea bags into the teapot the night before and fill up the Teasmade with cold water. A few minutes before the alarm it’ll boil the water and then the alarm will go off after the water is finished. You can purchase it for £59.99 or about $88 through

Cruz Tablets and eReaders: Style and Utility You Can Afford

2010-05-02T03:32:00.000-07:00

The new Cruz Tablet and Cruz Reader bring utility and style within everybody’s reach. Priced at a little less than $300 and $200, respectively, these new devices feature the latest technologies. Both come with a 7-inch colored capacitive touch screen, USB connectivity, and a slot for SB card. What’s more is that they feature an 800 MHz processor, the Google Android 2.1 operating system, and Flash 10.1. How’s that for feature-packed and techie?
And when it comes to style, you’ll surely love the sleekness of these Cruz gadgets. The tablet comes with a docking station, enabling the device to double as a digital photo frame. It’s also equipped with a 2-megapixel webcam in front. There will also be a Cruz market app store available, from which you can download all your needed ebooks and other software.
Although not yet in the market, word has it that the Cruz tablets and eReaders will reach stores sometime in July. While waiting for their availability, you may want to take a look at other Velocity Micro devices: office and home work stations, notebooks, and even home theater entertainment systems. You can find a Velocity Micro desktop at Amazon, together with other products from the said company.

The ‘Switch’ is an awesome modular pocket knife

2010-05-02T03:30:00.000-07:00

Imagine being in a situation where you desperately need a particular tool and even your trusty multi-tool or pocket knife fails to provide the gadget you need. Or perhaps you are the type of person that likes the idea of a pocket knife with different tools, but doesn’t care for carrying a really thick pocket knife around. If only there was a pocket knife that let’s you carry only the tools you want and even lets you interchange them for whatever situation you can anticipate. As luck would have it, now there is.

The Switch is a modular pocket knife that lets you customize the kind of tools you want to carry by allowing you to add or subtract gadgets thanks to the pocket knife’s interchangeable design. You can choose from up to 18 different attachments and the three interchangeable axles even let you change the amount of attachments you want to carry; from 2 tools up to 13 at a time. There is even a 1GB USB Memory Stick attachment for those computer geek file transfer emergencies.
Sound like the kind of multi-tool you want in your pocket? If so, you can preorder the Switch right now for only $68.

2010 Intel Core vPro processor family

2010-02-08T04:09:00.000-08:00

The platform based on the 2010 Intel Core vPro processor family includes the new Intel Q57 Express chipset, and new Intel 82577LM Gigabit Network Connection for notebooks and Intel 82578DM Network Connection for desktop PCs.

The processors are based on Intel’s award-winning Nehalem microarchitecture and manufactured on Intel’s groundbreaking new 32-nanometer process. Intel has integrated high-definition graphics in its processors for the first time, and incorporated Intel’s second-generation high-k metal gate transistors that help increase computing speed and battery life.

The 2010 Intel Core i7 processors and Core i5 processors feature Intel Turbo Boost Technology and Intel Hyper-Threading Technology for adaptive, smarter computing. Intel Turbo Boost Technology automatically adjusts the speed of the processor when it senses a workload change – faster when the user, for example, is multitasking or watching a video, and slower, more energy-efficiently when the worker goes for coffee and only background applications are running.

Jabra Cruiser wireless speakerphone

2010-01-20T06:52:00.000-08:00

Noise Blackout technology involves a dual microphone system which is capable of removing virtually all street and traffic sounds while optimizing voice quality simultaneously to make sure you get your message across in a crystal clear manner. Of course, this does not guarantee that the person on the receiving end will follow through with whatever instructions you provide since that is out of Jabra’s hand, but at least it does do away with the excuse of the line “being not clear” during a conversation. The Cruiser is able to bring superior audio quality in a sleek design alongside in-car convenience that makes it possible to keep both hands on the wheel while discussing about a multi-million dollar deal.
Another interesting aspect of its proprietary Noise Blackout technology would be the ability to identify the direction of various sounds, where among them include traffic and backseat chatter. This technology helps to reduce only surrounding noise without distorting a user’s voice. With Multiuse connectivity, you can hook up the Jabra Cruiser to a couple of Bluetooth-enabled devices, and they are not limited to just cellphones but can also encompass smartphones and MP3 players among others. The inclusion of a built-in FM transmitter makes it possible to store both calls as well as MP3 files on a mobile device, where you can play it back on the Jabra Cruiser via a vehicle’s stereo system later on. Interested? The Jabra Cruiser comes with a price tag of $99.99.

Lenovo U1 netbook with removable tablet

2010-01-05T04:01:00.000-08:00

Lenovo’s U1 has a lot to brag about as it is both a tablet and a notebook. The tablet is 1.6 pounds with a 1GHz Snapdragon processor, 512MB DDR1 RAM, and 16GB SSD. The dock itself is 3.8 pounds with Intel Core2 Duo U4100 processor, 4GB DDR3 RAM, and 128GB SSD.

The Solar Powered Dragonfly Kit

2010-01-05T03:57:00.000-08:00

Lawn ornaments are still found in a great deal of yards, yet slowly they’re changing. It used to be you could watch them change as soon as there was a strong breeze. However, instead of these dragonflies flapping their wings with the wind, they are powered by the sun. Thankfully, they do still keep their power source eco-friendly, but in a slightly more hi-tech way.

These solar powered dragonflies come in a set of two. Their textured wings make an attempt to make realistic movements. You’ll have to do some assembling yourself, but you won’t have to use any glue. You just snap together or screw parts of the dragonfly together. It does require a hobby knife, a side cutter and other basic tools. You can purchase the kit for $34.05 through Amazon

Speaker Bot plays your MP3 player

2010-01-02T04:13:00.000-08:00

Despite all of the conspiracy theories that robots will someday take over the world, you can’t help but love this robot. He’s completely harmless, all he does is play your favorite music all day long. He may have a permanently goofy expression on his face, but at least he has his uses. Plus he’s made out of new and old parts, which means you’d be giving new use for old discarded electronics.

These robots ship out worldwide and are assembled in New York by Lipson Robotics. In order to power the speaker, you can use the power adapter and plug it into the wall, use batteries or plug it into the USB port on your computer. He even comes branded with a metal nameplate to declare the robots origins (Lipson Robotics
). The speaker will work with any MP3 player and can be purchased for $550 from Etsy.

Nikon’s new Coolpix L20 and its 10.0 effective megapixels

2009-12-18T02:05:00.000-08:00

Nikon Coolpix L20 10MP Digital Camera with 3.6 Optical Zoom and 3 inch LCD (Deep Red)

Capture and share your favorite memories with Nikon’s new Coolpix L20 and its 10.0 effective megapixels, 3.6x zoom and a bright, high-resolution 3.0-inch LCD screen. Motion Detection automatically detects subject movement and adjusts the shutter speed and ISO to compensate for camera shake and minimize image blur. The camera’s Easy Auto Mode with Scene Auto Selector simplifies your picture-taking experience by letting camera automatically select the best setting to get great pictures. Nikon’s Smart Portrait System combines four different technologies that will fix red-eye, detect faces, fire the shutter when your subject smiles and warn you if they blink, to get you great portraits.

Coolpix L20 Highlights

10.0-megapixel resolution for stunning prints as large as 16 x 20 inches

3.6x optical Zoom-Nikkor glass lens gets you close to the action

Huge, bright 3.0-inch high-resolution LCD makes it easy to view and share pictures

Motion Detection automatically controls shutter speed and ISO settings to compensate for camera shake and subject movement

Adjusts up to ISO 1600 to keep shooting even in lower light

Easy Auto Mode with Scene Auto Selector simplifies your picture-taking experience by letting the camera automatically select the best setting to get great pictures

Nikon’s Smart Portrait System:

In-Camera Red-Eye Fix automatically fixes most instances of red-eye in the camera. You may never see red-eye again
Enhanced Face-Priority AF - Nikon’s face-finding technology that automatically focuses on up to 12 faces
Smile Mode automatically releases the shutter when your subject smiles
Blink Warning displays a warning message, should the camera detect your subject has blinked
D-Lighting rescues dark or backlit images by improving brightness and detail where needed

Product Description

The Coolpix L20 is a great camera for beginners just getting started in digital photography. Easy to use and fully featured the Coolpix L20 will delight it's users with great pictures, fun features and a huge 3.0-inch display at a surprisingly affordable price.

Acer Ferrari One notebook

2009-12-14T03:47:00.000-08:00

The Acer Ferrari One will be exclusive to the Taiwanese computer manufacturer only, where it is a full-featured 11.6″ notebook that relies on the same exquisite details and performance features celebrated by Scudetto Ferrari. As with any Ferrari, you can expect the Ferrari One notebook to merge both performance and extreme portability in a single device. It will run on VISION technology from AMD, offering users the ability to achieve a responsive, balanced multitasking performance thanks to the AMD Athlon 64 X2 dual-core processor with low-power CPU within. Graphically, you won’t find yourself wanting with the ATI Radeon HD 3200 Graphics for high-definition visual quality, while its 4GB DDR2 667MHz system memory ought to be enough to handle even demanding applications without missing a beat. Each purchase of the Acer Ferrari One notebook will come with Windows 7 Home Premium and a 250GB hard drive to get you started.

Sleek like the vehicle itself, this notebook measures around 1″ thin, tipping the scales at a mere 3.31 pounds. You get a Formula 1 racing look all over the notebook’s design, including the checkered palm rest which extends into a comfortable full-size keyboard, a metallic LED-lit power button, tire-shape grips located underneath the notebook’s body, selected racing-inspired wallpapers and calendar, and just in case you have enough left over in your bank account, a quick access key to Ferrari.com for you to plan your next supercar purchase. Surprisingly enough, configurations for the ACer Ferrari One start from $599.99 upwards.

DIY project makes it impossible to lose the remote

2009-10-23T23:30:00.000-07:00

Ever come home from a long day at work only to discover that the TV remote is missing? I feel your pain. Nothing peeves me more than wanting to kick back and watch a little tube, but then discovering I need to go on a search-and-rescue mission for the remote. Sure you can try to remember to put back the remote when done watching the television, or you could get one of those high tech remote tracking devices, but how about this for an idea?

Here is a low-tech solution to the age old problem of the lost remote. Just take a piece of railroad track, weld a chain onto that and then attach the other end to a brace with the remote firmly secured inside. Viola! No more lost remote.

What a simple idea. And yet, I strongly suspect this project was inspired by a few gas station restroom keys I’ve seen in the past. Although, I guess you could still potentially even lose this remote, but I imagine it wouldn’t get very far and think of the upper body workout you would get in the process.

Medion S4700 Rugged Pocket Camcorder

2009-09-06T01:07:00.000-07:00

The Medion S47000 Pocket Camcorder features a 2-inch LCD display and offers up 720p quality MOV files. Those files can be stored on the 90MB of built-in internal memory. That or you can choose to pop in an SDHC card to store even more files from your camcorder. It has the usual HDMI and USB connections, which make it capable of hooking to either your PC or HDTV. In order to keep it powered it uses a li-ion battery. You can purchase the camcorder for £99 or about $162.

Home Burglar Alarm Systems

2009-09-03T15:18:00.000-07:00

The AAS Security System provides you and your family the complete home burglar alarm systems complete kit. The piece of mind that only the most advanced wireless alarm system can provide. The AAS Security System is the most affordable, technologically advanced, sophisticated, yet easy to use and install wireless home or office security systems available today. The wire-free AAS will monitor your property continually whether you are home or away. A full-featured wireless security system that combines the most popular security features in a convenient and economical package. This system offers all the bells & whistles you need to effectively protect your home from burglars.

Technical Details

* 32 defensive zones containing up to three sensors in each
* Phone line anti-cut function [warning sound alerts to line tampering]
* Auxiliary power back-up system for continuous operation during power outages
* Memory storage capacity for 6 phone numbers [21 digits in length] and recorded message
* Programmable entry and exit delay

Product page AAS 600 Wireless Home Security Alarm System Kit (DIY)

AT&T QuickFire GTX75G with Power Hot Sync and Charge capabilities

2009-09-03T09:00:00.000-07:00

Charge your mobile devices while synchronizing data with one cable custom designed to work with our TipExchange Technology that enables hundreds of mobile devices to work with the same cable (Tip Included). Cut loose the rest of those cords to make this cable the hub of your mobile workstation and enjoy a minimalist workspace anywhere you go. When your device is fully charged simply remove the device and custom tip and replace it with any of your other mobile accessories. In addition; this product; like all Gomadic products; is backed by a lifetime warranty.

Features:
• Simultaneously synchronize and recharge your device; 2 in 1 USB data cable
• Professionally engineered and built; full lifetime warranty
• TipExchange Technology protects investment providing means to upgrade charger tips at lower cost
• Removable tips allow cables to be used for other devices (Tip Included)
• Professionally engineered and built; full lifetime warranty

Product page AT&T QuickFire GTX75G with Power Hot Sync and Charge capabilities

Actron CP7875 PocketTherm Infrared Thermometer

2009-09-03T08:54:00.000-07:00

Noncontact temperature reader safely measures surface temperatures of hot, hazardous or hard-to-reach objects. Ideal for do-it-yourselfers and professional mechanics. Simply point, click and read.
Features:
• Temperature ranges from -27º to 428º F or -33º to 220º C
• Has an instant and accurate response
• Has the capacity to work more than 30 hours of continued use
• Measures surface temperatures of hot, hazardous, or hard to reach objects
• Includes replaceable battery

Product page Actron CP7875 PocketTherm Infrared Thermometer

Nokia phone to use Maemo software

2009-08-30T06:12:00.000-07:00

The Nokia N900 handset will run on Maemo software previously found in Internet tablet devices, and it plans to use the technology in other high-end models.
The model lets customers multitask and browse more easily than previous smartphones, the Espoo, Finland, company said in a statement. The touchscreen-and-qwerty device will cost about $713 without subsidies and ship in its first markets in October, Nokia said.

Nokia has used Maemo since 2005 in touchscreen tablets wihtout built-in phone functions. The system is based on Linux open-source software, which may help Nokia attract developers in competition with Google’s Android, which is also based on Linux, and Apple’s iPhone.

Div Pro Tool For Smoking Cigars and Shotgunning Beers On the Golf Course

2009-08-27T22:05:00.000-07:00

Pray you never play golf behind a foursome making use of the Div Pro. Like other golf tools, it can fix divots, mark balls, clean the grooves on clubs and help to keep your grips in good shape—but it also has a couple unexpected features. It can hold cigars and puncture cans so you can shotgun beers.

Nokia N9000 is a 'computer-grade' handset

2009-08-27T22:04:00.000-07:00

Set to pander to the needs of multitasking mobile users everywhere, and building on the back of Nokia’s previous generations of Internet Tablet technology, the N9000 runs on new Maemo 5 software and will be able to handle dozens of open application windows simultaneously – much as if it were a conventional desktop.

The compact but “computer-grade” N9000 will be looking to flex its muscle thanks to the inclusion of a powerful ARM Cortex-A8 processor, up to 1GB of application memory, 32GBs of data storage (expandable to 48GBs via microSD), OpenGL ES 2.0 graphics acceleration, and a capable 5.0 mega pixel digital camera.

The handset also takes advantage of high-speed cellular connectivity (10/2 HSPA and WLAN), a Mozilla-powered Web browser, and will come complete with a high-resolution WVGA touchscreen user interface, a full slide-out QWERTY keyboard, support for Adobe Flash 9.4, and widget and application personalisation.

Attached to a potentially pocket-testing retail price of €500 Euro (excluding taxes and subsidies), the new Nokia N9000 is expected to hit stores this coming October and will be debuted at next week’s Nokia World event in Stuttgart, Germany.

Acer releases Predator Aspire G

2009-08-03T08:47:00.000-07:00

The ASG7710-A41, its specs will be most appreciated by those who needed it, gamers! Offering a Core i7-950 @ 3.06GHz CPU, 6GB of DDR3 RAM (up to 12GB), an Intel X58 Express Chipset, 1TB of SATA HDD @ 7200rpm, two Nvidia GeForce GTS 250 (1GB of VRAM), a Blu-ray disc drive, as well as 11 USB 2.0 ports, 2 eSATA ports, a multi-card reader, 4 DVI-D ports and finally a two Gigabit Ethernet. The Aspire G will run on Windows Vista Home Premium (64bit), and also comes with the G15 keyboard and the G9 Laser mouse.

Epson Stylus PX650 All-In-One Printer

2009-07-28T22:07:00.000-07:00

Today Epson announced a new member to the Epson’s All-In-One Family. It is the Epson Stylus PX650 All-In-One Printer which is targeted at digital photographers as the printer doesn’t require a PC to function.

The Stylus PX650 uses Claria Photographic Ink which Epson boast that will make prints last up to 200 years. The printer also features a 2.5-inch LCD screen which makes it an easy task for the user to perform minor edits before printing. The Epson Stylus Photo PX650 will be released in the UK as of September 1, 2009 for a price of $215 and the US launch coming right after.

The USB Boomb

2009-07-26T19:07:00.000-07:00

Do you want boomb to kill someone? Here the USB boomb (just kidding :)) designed by Joel Escalona, who reminds people too ignorant to figure it out themselves, that this drive was meant to sit on a desk, not be carried around. You might get into a bit of trouble if you were casually carrying this through a crowded area. Which one would think might be common sense, but it would be dangerous to assume that. Sadly it’s just a design as of now, so you’ll just have to wait and see if it ever becomes a real live product.

AVC LiveLine Internet home surveillance system

2009-07-21T22:46:00.000-07:00

The new AVC LiveLine Internet home surveillance system system is pretty cool because it connects via your home’s wireless network and then you can access the camera feed from anywhere you have Internet access. You can even control the camera from whenever you are with functions such as pan, zoom and tilt.

Other features are motion detection, e-mail alerts, image capture, time-lapse photography and live monitoring. When you purchase a subscription for $9.99 a month, you can get a free IP camera.

NZXT M59 gaming chassis announced

2009-07-21T22:39:00.000-07:00

News about NZXT announced a brand new gaming chassis today called the M59 and this thing was designed with the ultimate gamer in mind. In fact, it provides superior ventilation and includes five fans so you don’t have to worry about overheating.

The chassis also has a side intake intended for graphics cooling and a mesh front panel. Not to mention, this thing looks cool, with a black interior and clear window with a smoked coating. It also has water cooling holes pre-drilled into it, making installation much easier.

The M59 also has plenty of room inside for a 10.5″ graphics card, two SSD drives and an ambient night light. You can get the M59 from NZXT starting in August for $59.99, which is pretty affordable considering the quality.

Olevia HD Media Player

2009-07-19T04:12:00.001-07:00

The Olevia HD Media Player, also known as the ZP-500. What’s so special about this, you ask? Well, this media player is able to decode, playback and output full HD video (1080p, baby!) via its HDMI 1.3 interface. Supported codecs include MKV, HD MPEG2, HD VC-1, HD AVC/H.264 movie and RMVB HD, while you can also transport stream from a USB flash drive or hard drive to your new HDTV. Heck, it even comes with built-in network connectivity, allowing you to go through all your files from a PC. screen. The Network function allows you to browse the video file in your PC, NAS which is in your room and play it on TV in the living room.

Canon 2591B002 DM-100 Directional Stereo Microphone for HF/HG Series Camcorders

2009-07-19T04:04:00.000-07:00

Canon 2591B002 DM-100 Directional Stereo Microphone for HF/HG Series Camcorders for the VIXIA HF10 and VIXIA HF100 Camcorders. Compatible with the: VIXIA HF S10 Dual Flash Memory, VIXIA HF20 Dual Flash Memory, VIXIA HF100 Flash Memory, VIXIA HG20 Hard Disk Drive

New Sony VRD-MC6 DVDirect DVD recorder

2009-07-08T22:51:00.000-07:00

A new DVD recorder in the form of the VRD-MC6 - the next generation multi-function DVDirect DVD recorder which is touted to transfer both high-definition and standard-definition home videos and digital photos to DVD discs without the need for a computer acting as a middleman. What makes the new VRD-MC6 model so special? While we’re going to look at it in further detail right after the jump, let me share with you an open secret - the device comes with a 2.7″ color LCD display that is handy for previewing video files, and you can also use it to check out up to half a dozen digital photos simultaneously. In addition, the wonders of modern technology and miniaturization has made it nearly 60% smaller compared to its predecessor.

According to Shige Nakayama, manager of the DVDirect business at Sony, “Many customers still have their old home movies on tapes and are looking for an easy solution to archive their personal digital imaging content on DVD discs. With the larger built-in LCD color screen in a smaller body, the new DVDirect model makes it easier for customers to transfer the content to DVD discs for archiving, enjoying and sharing with family and friends.” The VRD-MC6 is able to transfer AVCHD quality videos to DVD discs in their native 1080i HD resolution when hooked directly to a Sony hard drive or Memory Stick media-based Handycam camcorder - surely you didn’t expect anything less than that from Sony! AVCHD quality DVDs can also be played back on compatible Blu-ray Disc devices, and these will include other players, computer optical drives and PS3 consoles.

Kindle: Amazon's 6" Wireless Reading Device (Latest Generation)

2009-07-06T01:27:00.000-07:00

Slim: Just over 1/3 of an inch, as thin as most magazines

Lightweight: At 10.2 ounces, lighter than a typical paperback

Wireless: 3G wireless lets you download books right from your Kindle, anytime, anywhere; no monthly fees, service plans, or hunting for Wi-Fi hotspots

Books in Under 60 Seconds: Get books delivered in less than 60 seconds; no PC required

Paper-like Display: Reads like real paper; now boasts 16 shades of gray for clear text and even crisper images

Longer Battery Life: 25% longer battery life; read for days without recharging

More Storage: Take your library with you; holds over 1,500 books

Faster Page Turns: 20% faster page turns

Read-to-Me: With the new text-to-speech feature, Kindle can read every newspaper, magazine, blog, and book out loud to you, unless the book's rights holder made the feature unavailable

Large Selection: Over 300,000 books plus U.S. and international newspapers, magazines, and blogs available

Low Book Prices: New York Times Best Sellers and New Releases $9.99, unless marked otherwise
The Kindle Store: More Than 300,000 Books

At Amazon, we've always been obsessed with having every book ever printed, and we know that even the best reading device would be useless without a massive selection of books. Today, the Kindle Store has more than 300,000 books available, plus top newspapers, magazines, and blogs. This is just the beginning. Our vision is to have every book ever printed, in any language, all available in under 60 seconds on Kindle. We won't stop until we get there.

Whether you prefer biographies, classics, investment guides, thrillers, or sci-fi, thousands of your favorite books are available, including 109 of 112 books currently found on the New York Times® Best Seller list. New York Times Best Sellers and most new releases are $9.99, and you'll find many books for less.

Bon-Aire Original Ultimate Hose Nozzle (Aluminum)

2009-07-06T01:19:00.000-07:00

This Bon-Aire Original Ultimate Hose Nozzle (Aluminum)
multifunctional spray nozzle from Bonaire could be the only nozzle you'll ever need, giving you the perfect stream of water for any job. Engineered from rugged extruded aluminum, forged stainless steel and high-grade fiberglass - making this tool virtually indestructible and leakproof. Turns on and off in either direction. Rubber comfort grip. Fits any standard 5/8in. garden hose. 1in. diameter. You'll receive the Ultimate nozzle in red, green or blue cannot specify. Material: Aluminum, stainless steel and fiberglass, Color: Varies.

Solar Power LED Vintage Camping

2009-07-05T23:33:00.000-07:00

This camping light features a vintage look, so you can feel like you’re using an old lamp. However, it uses solar power to keep the LEDs burning brightly, instead of running on the same thing a vintage lamp would run on. It’s definitely the best of both worlds, old look and new technology.

Although the lamp is shown in the bright red shown here, once you get to reading through the product page you’ll discover a brief mention that the lamp is actually jet black instead of red. The lamps use 2 AA batteries. If for some reason the solar panel does not receive 4-6 hours of the sunlight it needs to charge, you can pop in a couple of regular batteries to run the 7 LED lights.

Pioner Elite A/V Receivers add new dimension in home entertainment

2009-07-05T23:29:00.000-07:00

Pioneer’s back into its groove not with another GPS navigation system for vehicles or DVD/Blu-ray player, but this time round they aim to raise the bar (and seem to have done so successfully by the time you reach the end of the post) with their new range of high powered A/V receivers, where the quartet of these are targeted to enhance clarity, detail and dynamic “quick response” from uncompressed Dolby True-HD and DTS-HD Master Audio soundtracks that can be found in Blu-ray Disc entertainment. For instance, the all-new Pioneer Elite SC-25 and SC-27 A/V Receivers do feature a Direct Energy HD Class D amplifier that boasts ICEPower technology to ensure unprecedented reproduction of high resolution multi-channel, stereo as well as compressed audio and provide premium home entertainment that would even fool some into thinking that they’re at a movie theater. As for the Elite SC-27, this model will leverage the full advantages of this emerging amplification technology, as it holds the position of being the industry’s first Class D amp design to achieve THX Ultra Plus and AIR Studio monitor certifications.

Entertainment purists will definitely be more pleased than punch to find out that the SC-25 and SC-27 utilize Burr-Brown analog to digital converters (ADC) and renowned Wolfson digital to analog converters (DAC), working in tandem to maintain high resolution performance throughout the entire digital signal processing chain from input to output. DAC performance is further brought to another level with the SC-27 as it boasts a professional-grade Burr-Brown 192kHz / 24-Bit sampling rate converter (SRC) for ultra-wide dynamic range and advanced jitter reduction. Guess all of your recently purchased Michael Jackson records are going to sound even better on this, just make sure you have a well defined room to maximize the effect of the audio output.

The other two models would be the Pioneer Elite VSX-21TXH and VSX-23TXH that are lower end and yet pack a punch with its Direct Energy Class A/B amplification, integrated video signal conversion, 1080p video scaling and an abundance of connectivity solutions for current and new high definition as well as standard definition entertainment sources. The Pioneer Elite VSX-21TXH and VSX-23TXH will begin shipping sometime from this month onwards for $700 and $900, respectively, while the Pioneer Elite SC-25TXH and SC-27 will ship out next month for $1,700 and $2,000, respectively.

Portable iPod Outdoor Speaker

2009-07-04T19:34:00.000-07:00

iPod is truly a phenomenal device, and it has spawned hundred of accessories in the past to accommodate the iPod in various circumstances, even when underwater with a waterproof case and waterproof headphones. Well, this time round we have the Portable iPod Outdoor Speaker that is not only waterproof, it is also shock and dust resistant, making it suitable for outdoor parties by the pool or even in the harsh Arabian deserts. It plays nice with the iPod Classic, Nano, Mini and Shuffle series, stowing the iPod behind a clear, watertight door while offering controls through a set of exterior buttons. A quartet of C batteries power it, but you can also hook it up to an AC or car adapter if the need arises.

The Scosche tapStick iPod Shuffle Case

2009-06-09T09:06:00.000-07:00

The Scosche tapStick case comes with a 3 foot long aux cable. When you plug in your iPod, it leaves an opening to plug that cable in and then you can plug it into your radio. These aren’t out just yet though, so you’ll have to tough things out a little longer. You can pre-order them now though and they will be shipped out as of the first week of July. To pre-order the tapStick it’ll cost you $29.99, which isn’t too bad of a price as far as iPod accessories go.

Averatec introduces 25.5-inch D1200

2009-06-09T06:23:00.000-07:00

The D1200 all-in-one PC comes equipped with a hybrid digital / analog TV tuner and supports buttery smooth 1080p playback. Specs wise, you'll find a 2.5GHz dual-core E5200 processor, 320GB hard drive, 4GB of memory and Vista Home Premium (64-bit). There's also an 8x DVD burner, 2 megapixel webcam, WiFi, gigabit Ethernet, Intel's G4500HD graphics, a wireless remote and a panel that's either WXGA or 1,920 x 1,200, depending on which version of the rundown you read. At any rate, it's up for order as we speak for a buck under $1,000.

JVC UX-LP5 Hi-Fi with iPod Dock

2009-06-08T20:02:00.000-07:00

This 30 Watt, two channel Hi-Fi has a total power output of 70 watts with its twin speakers, and has a CD Player, AM/FM radio tuner, and it its compatible with MP3 and WMA audio files. There is also a USB port for accessing other files as well.

Kudos to JVC for merging the Hi-Fi crowd with the iPod crowd. The next time I want to purchase a new Hi-Fi, I know exactly where to go. Of course, I can’t remember the last time in this decade that I was in the market for a Hi-Fi. It is amazing how times have changed.

NEC new high-end 24-inch MultiSync monitors

2009-06-08T19:31:00.000-07:00

NEC's offerings or as jaw-dropping as some others, but the company's new MultiSync LCD2490WUXi² and LCD2490W2-BK-SV displays will no doubt be just the ticket for at least a few graphics professionals out there. From the looks of it, the two 24-inch monitors are mostly identical, and pack an IPS panel with a 1,900 x 1,200 resolution, along with a 1,000:1 contrast ratio, 320 cd/m² brightness, 96.7% coverage of the sRGB color space, and NEC's AmbiBright ambient light sensor with automatic backlight adjustment. The big difference is that the LCD2490W2 model comes bundled with NEC's SpectraView color calibration sensor and, of course, a slightly higher price tag. Look for it to run you $1,299, while the SpectraView-less LCD2490WUXi² will set you back $1,099.

A-DATA's the slimmest portable HDD this world

2009-06-08T08:33:00.000-07:00

Now, A-DATA's claims that its NH92 is indeed the slimmest portable HDD this world has ever seen. Still, with a case that's just 12 millimeters thick and 5.36 ounces, we'd wager that this one won't be weighing you down. The all-aluminum chassis contains a single 2.5-inch drive ranging from 250GB to 500GB in size, comes in the delightful array of colors you see pictured above and sports heretofore undisclosed prices.

Sanyo SCP-2700 from Sprint

2009-06-08T08:24:00.001-07:00

The Sanyo SCP-2700 will come with a 2.2″ color LCD display that isn’t touchscreen - now isn’t that a welcome change from the slew of touchscreen handsets that have been making their way across markets all over the world lately? Well, call it old technology, but it does have its niche. The compact candybar handset will feature its own QWERTY keyboard to help you get those text messages and email out in double quick time. Not only that, it will cater to either gender with Impulsive Pink and Deep Blue colors, and with threaded text messaging, it will be much easier to keep track of your conversations each time an email or text message comes in. For folks who can’t live with emoticons, there is a dedicated emoticon key that makes it a snap to insert smiley faces and other symbols into their text messages and emails.

Heck, to make the entire graduation a much more fun affair, why not purchase two SCP-2700’s for free (both mom and daughter can get one apiece to help them keep in touch about the latest in fashion as well as boyfriend advice across a long distance once the “little girl” grows up and leaves the nest) as long as they’re new-line activations and tied down to a two-year service agreement on two Individual Plans with messaging, or a Family Plan with messaging.

Solar Panel Display Turn Table

2009-06-02T18:30:00.000-07:00

The latest Lego creation or a signed action figure of some sort, your favorite items should get the special treatment. There may be little to no point to having a table that turns, but it makes you and your special items appear important. Plus it is sort of eco-friendly, after all it is solar powered.

Of course it’s not entirely eco-friendly, because it is you contributing to the creation of a pretty much pointless gadget that will eventually end up in the local dump. However, it’s solar powered, so for those that don’t question when someone calls something eco-friendly, it’ll fool them in a heartbeat. It comes in three different colors, black, silver and white. It has a total of four solar panels that keep it spinning.

HD Pocket camcorder has projector built on it

2009-06-02T18:26:00.000-07:00

HD Pocket camcorders shooting 720p when word comes of a model that has a Pico projector built in for instant projection of home movies. Yeah, that’s right, now you can shoot vacation videos and bore your friends in real time by projecting them anywhere!

Digilife is the same of the company and their new DDV-JF1 shoots 720p at 30 frames per second, or 848×480 at 60 fps, or postage sized 320×240 at 30 fps. Video which can be watched on its 2 ½ inch LCD screen or by the 640×260 pico projector. The Pico Projector first made headlines in 2006 and was heralded as an ideal business option for smart phones and pocket presentations while on the road. But this is the first time we’ve seen it as an option for a camcorder. And there’s a good reason for that. Battery life. The Pico Projection option will kill batteries of an average pocket camcorder in nothing flat, and with a size of 640×260, you won’t be watching movies on a sheet hung on the wall any time soon. Still though, it’s an awesome idea that could catch on if the power and brightness issues can be addressed.

Clevo TN70M UMPC gets checked out in the UK

2009-05-29T05:03:00.000-07:00

Clevo's TN70M touchscreen little 7-inch UMPC / netbook has just made its way to the UK, and UMPC Portal's gotten its hands on some shots of the little guy. The netbook boasts a 1.33GHz Intel Atom Z520 CPU, a full QWERTY keyboard, a webcam, and a fingerprint reader, and is available with either XP or Vista operating systems. Clevo -- a company better known for its hulking gaming rigs -- has been pretty mum on whether the TN70M willl make its way to other shores as of yet, but it's retailing for about $520, and we'll keep our eyes peeled for you.

Professional 60" Universal Tripod DX-TRP60

2009-05-12T05:19:00.000-07:00

Professional 60" Universal Tripod DX-TRP60.
Professional 60Capture photos or video with this adjustable tripod designed for use with most cameras and camcorders. Retractable spike tips secure the tripod while in use. Also features Dual bubble levels and Heavy-duty rubber feet with retractable spike tips.

Technical Details

* Capture photos or video with this adjustable tripod designed for use with most cameras and camcorders. Retractable spike tips secure the tripod while in use.
* Compatible with most digital and film cameras and camcorders. Extends to 60".
* 3-way pan head with Dual bubble levels and quick-release plate.
* Center column tension adjustment.
* Heavy-duty rubber feet with retractable spike tips.

Stagg Music "Surfstar" Electric Guitar Pack

2009-05-10T07:57:00.000-07:00

This Stagg Music "Surfstar" Electric Guitar Pack in black has it all! It is THE complete package for beginning Guitarists. The full size Electric Guitar features a solid alder body, 25.5" hard maple bolt-on neck, and rosewood fingerboard. This Guitar has 21 frets, s/s/s/pups, and a 5-way selector. 1 Volume and 2 Tone controls make this a classic Electric Guitar. This Guitar also has an "s" style bridge with tremolo and diecast chrome tuners. This complete package also includes a Guitar strap, digital Guitar tuner, Guitar gig bag, and an extra set of strings. The instructional CD-Rom that is included with this pack features 20 Guitar lessons, an animated fretboard, automatic Guitar tuner, digital metronome, recorder, and chord dictionary to really get started with the Guitar! This pack also includes a 10 watt Amplifier which has a 6.5" speaker, high impedance instrument input, 3-band eq with parametric mid control, volume and gain controls, an overdrive switch for versatile distortion, and a headphone input. This is THE ultimate in Guitar packs and makes an excellent gift! Guitar pack also features point-of-purchase packaging.

WiPC by BlueRadios Inc.

2009-05-09T14:57:00.000-07:00

WiPC? Because there is apparently a need for wireless mobile broadband devices, that’s why. Okay, that joke didn’t really work, but who wouldn’t want “access to Internet-based information and entertainment content as well as voice, data, and video communications”.

Of course, one of the limitations to the WiPC or any MID is that tiny screen to surf the net with. Fortunately, this WiPC has a high-resolution color liquid crystal micro display, and superior magnifying optics coupled with some video technology can create a “virtual 15 inch image”. I’m not certain how that is possible to enlarge that image of that size.

Still, you’ve got to admire the miniaturization process that BlueRadios has accomplished. According to the company president and CEO Mark Kramer, they have reduced a typical 5 pound laptop down to 3 ounces. Not bad.

This product will be available to “OEMs and large consumer electronics distributors with advanced operating systems such as Windows, Android, or Linux”. It can also support Bluetooth 3.5G, WiFi, and GPS.

The Coby MP3 Player with 1GB Flash Memory and Speaker System

2009-05-05T04:01:00.001-07:00

The Coby MP3 Playerit offers a 1GB flash memory combined with a stereo speaker system. It’ll play MP3 and WMA music files. Although 1GB isn’t much, there are likely those out there that really don’t need something with a lot of storage. Plus the smaller drives are better for taking around with you to the gym or other places when you need extreme portability. It doesn’t come with a set of earbuds, but at least you’ll have a set of speakers. The speakers can hook up to anything with a 3.5mm stereo plug.

Best Buy to Sell Palm Pre Phones Starting with June 7

2009-05-04T05:11:00.000-07:00

It looks like Palm’s Pre will be available from Best Buy starting with June 7. Should we all just assume that Sprint will also start selling the device around the same date? As for the prices, word on the street is that Best Buy will sell the Pre for $199.99 for new customers when they choose a 2-year plan, $299.99 for upgrades and an astounding $999.99 for unsubsidized phones. We’ll just have to wait and see if anyone will confirm all that!

Intel DX58SO X58 Express Chipset

2009-05-04T04:59:00.000-07:00

Intel chipset-based motherboards have always been some of the most reliable boards on the market. Not only that, but Intel chipset-based motherboards that are produced by Intel have always been some of the most feature rich and durable boards on the market. Intel could easily sit back for a bit and rest on their laurels, but they don't; they keep pushing ahead with constant innovation. That innovation has brought them to their newest chipset, the Intel X58 Express chipset, and the Intel DX58SO Motherboard.

The Intel DX58SO chipset, coupled with the ICH10R southbridge, brings the best and greatest that Intel has to offer to a quality designed motherboard that will bring the end user all the performance, speed and capabilities to make their computing experience all that it can be.

Olympus SP-565UZ 10MP Digital Camera with 20x Optical Dual Image Stabilized Zoom

2009-04-04T21:12:00.002-07:00

Olympus has given the SP-570 UZ – the world’s most powerful ultra zoom digital camera – an extreme makeover by creating the new SP-565 Ultra Zoom, a smaller and lighter version with the same amazing precision-crafted 20x wide-angle telephoto zoom lens (26-520mm equivalent), but the ease-of-use of a point-and-shoot camera. Photographers searching for an even more portable and approachable ultra zoom to take anywhere will rejoice in the camera’s new form factor, and with 10 million pixels and Dual Image Stabilization delivering superior, virtually blur-free images, the SP-565 UZ is proof that good things do come in small packages.

The camera’s enhanced Face Detection can now track up to 16 faces within the frame and optimize exposure even when subjects are moving, ensuring that family reunion group portraits will come out well-focused. In addition, the SP-565 UZ ensures sharp, brilliant images with a host of other features:

* Dual Image Stabilization combines the benefits of Sensor-Shift Image Stabilization and Digital Image Stabilization to compensate for both camera shake and moving subjects, helping to create beautiful, virtually blur-free images in any situation;
* Shadow Adjustment Technology enables users to preview and capture images as the human eye sees them, compensating for difficult lighting situations and maintaining detail in highlights while improving detail in the shadows to produce more balanced photos; and
* Perfect Shot Preview takes the guesswork out of great photography by allowing users to preview and select various photographic effects live on the LCD screen, before snapping the shot.

SP-565UZ Highlights

Lightening the Lens Load
Lugging a bag full of lenses can slow traveling photographers down, so the SP-565 UZ comes fully equipped with the equivalent of three lenses in one complete camera. The bright, f2.8-4.5 lens provides the equivalent of 26-520mm focal length with 100x total seamless zoom (5x digital zoom). By using the toggle lever with one finger, users can get close to the action with the versatile yet compact 20x super telephoto zoom, while the wide-angle (26mm) lens captures more of the subject in each frame. Its super-macro capabilities capture the subtlest details from as close as one centimeter. The compact lens construction combines aspherical and extra-dispersion (ED) lens elements to deliver edge-to-edge sharpness and clarity. Whether you’re hiking through the mountains or shooting a tennis match, this sturdy compact body with wide-angle and telephoto lenses provide the versatility to get the job done.

Dual Image Stabilization
Dual Image Stabilization enables users to take crisp, clear pictures in virtually any shooting situation – adjusting for camera shake and a moving subject. Olympus’ mechanical Sensor-Shift Image Stabilization keeps images sharp by adjusting the CCD to compensate for camera shake, which often occurs when zooming in on your subject and in low-light conditions when shutter speeds are slower. Digital Image Stabilization freezes the action with high ISO sensitivity and fast shutter speeds that help to prevent blur caused by a moving subject.

Face Detection
Face Detection tracks up to 16 faces within the frame and automatically focuses (Face Detection AF) and optimizes exposure (Face Detection AE) quickly for sharp, brilliant portrait pictures. Now, your subject’s face is in focus whether it is in the center of the target area or not.

Manual Controls
The Manual, Aperture Priority and Shutter Speed Priority modes give users versatility and control for optimal performance in any situation. Users can express their creative vision – adjusting the f-stop for detailed portraits with softened backgrounds, or slowing the exposure speed to create the blurred effect of motion, or just sit back and let the camera do the thinking through the use of the automatic settings.

High-Speed Sequential Shooting and Pre-Capture
The SP-565 UZ is capable of capturing images at an incredible 13.5 frames per second (with a reduced image size of 3 megapixels). The inclusion of Pre-Capture technology, which works in conjunction with High-Speed Sequential Shooting, enables users to capture the action before and after fully pressing the shutter button. Pre-Capture begins working as soon as the focus is locked, automatically archiving 10 frames in the camera’s buffer memory prior to the shutter release – virtually guaranteeing that none of the action will be missed even if the user’s reaction time is slow. Perfect for situations where timing is essential, such as photographing a tennis player serving, children playing or a whale breaching.

Shadow Adjustment Technology
Shooting outdoors in bright daylight can be tricky because of the extreme contrast between dark shadowed areas and bright sunlight areas. While the human eye is capable of detecting the nuances between dark and light and all the details in between, image sensors traditionally have not been quite as sensitive. The SP-565 UZ addresses this challenge head-on with a new Shadow Adjustment Technology, which compensates for extreme contrast where the shadow areas are underexposed and lack visible detail. With the new technology, users can preview and capture images that have the same contrast as seen with the naked eye.

Perfect Shot Preview
The SP-565 UZ features a Perfect Shot Preview mode that enables users to preview and select various photographic effects (such as zoom, exposure compensation, white balance and metering) on a live, multi-window screen before snapping the shot. Perfect Shot Preview enables users to see precisely what the image will look like when adjustments are made, ensuring users are capturing the exact image they want. It is an ideal way for novice users to learn about the effects of different photography techniques.

Perfect Fix In-Camera Editing
Olympus’ Perfect Fix feature offers quick solutions for unanticipated image quality issues, which may be caused by several adverse conditions. Lighting Fix can be used to adjust any underexposed areas and Red-Eye Fix can be used to reduce the effects of red-eye sometimes caused by a direct flash. Additional in-camera editing functions can be quickly accessed right in the camera by the touch of a button; features available include resizing, trimming, black and white, and sepia.

TruePic III Image Processor
Olympus’ enhanced TruePic III Image Processor produces crystal clear photos using all the pixel information for each image to deliver superior picture quality with more accurate colors, true-to-life flesh tones and faster processing speeds. TruePic III also captures sharp images at high ISO settings, which are traditionally associated with increasing image noise or producing grainy photos.

33 Shooting Modes Including Multi-Fireworks
The SP-565 UZ makes it easy to take great photos in a variety of scenarios and lighting situations with 33 shooting modes, including a Multi-Fireworks mode. To capture the most stunning fireworks displays, this multi-exposure feature overlays the fireworks to create the memory of a lifetime. To activate any of the camera’s pre-set modes, simply select the desired mode for portraits, landscapes, night scenes, fast-action and more.

Versatile Memory
All Olympus digital point-and-shoot cameras accept xD-Picture Card media. The SP-565 UZ will also come equipped with an adapter, which will enable microSD memory cards to be used when capturing images. The microSD cards are emerging in consumer electronic devices, including mobile phones and PDAs. Users can also easily display photos on their HDTVs.

Olympus Master 2 Software
Olympus Master 2 software provides the ultimate in digital imaging management. An intuitive user interface makes downloading to your computer quick and simple, and images are easily organized by folders or albums and searchable by date in Calendar view. Also, with one-click editing tools, such as red-eye removal, images can be touched up before printing or e-mailing. Online support, templates, firmware upgrades and other user services are just a mouse-click away. Use the optional muvee Theater Pack to create professional quality slide shows and DVDs from your pictures using any of several built-in templates.

Olympus SP-565UZ 10MP Digital Camera with 20x Optical Dual Image Stabilized Zoom

2009-04-04T21:12:00.001-07:00

GoPro Wide Hero Sports Camera

2009-04-04T21:08:00.000-07:00

GoPro's Wide HERO Digital Camera is a 5Mp camera that is perfect for water sports. You can capture all the action when you're surfing or taking part in other water sports. The camera features a 170 degrees lens for an ultra wide view and footage that will blow you and your friends away.

The included housing keeps the camera waterproof up to 100', as well as shockproof. Capture up to 56 minutes of 512 x 384 30fps video to a 2GB SD card (not included), which expands the internal 16MB memory, and up to 1945 still photos, using the "Photo Every 2 Seconds" mode.

Specifications/Details:

. Sensor: 5Megapixel
. Lens: Glass lens f-stop:2.8, 170 diagonal FOV
. Zoom: Fixed Focus
. Format: Video: AVI (512x384 @30fps); Still: JPEG (2592x1944)
. Built-in Speaker: No
. Built-in Mic: Yes
. Resolution: 5Mp (512x384)
. Output: RCA, USB

. Power Requirements: 2XAAA not included
. Operating System: Windows ME/2000/XP/Vista and Mac OS9.1/10.2 and later
. Waterproofing: Waterproof up to 100' (30m)
. Recording Media: 16 MB internal memory, up to 2GB SD memory card
. Dimensions (W x H x D ): 2.4 x 1.6 x 0.9" (6 x 4 x 2.5 cm)
. Weight: Camera & Housing 4oz (113.4g)

Parts Included:

. 5Mp Digital HERO Camera
. Waterproof/Shockproof Housing
. USB/RCA Combo Cable
. 1-Year Limited Warranty

Nokia 5800 magically starts working on 3G

2009-02-28T19:01:00.000-08:00

Olde NAM 5800 XpressMusic today, and the weirdest thing happened: it worked on 3G. This comes after a day of frustration trying to get it hooked up to UMTS yesterday -- a sentiment echoed by several others who took the plunge. The only theory we can come up with is that we were in Chicago yesterday at the Nokia flagship store -- a place where many of the "defective" units were sold -- and today we're elsewhere, so it's conceivable that there's an issue with AT&T's 3G network in Chicago. We've noticed an uptick in 3G loss on other devices in Chicago the past few days, so it's possible that the 5800 is just particularly sensitive to crappy networks; then again, there seem to be others in New York that have the same issue, so it's anybody's guess. All we know for sure is that we're showing a big, fat "3.5G" logo in the upper left corner of our unit at the moment -- and we're going to cross our fingers that it stays that way.

Dell Latitude XT2

2009-01-25T07:16:00.000-08:00

Dell's Latitude XT2 convertible was leaked to us way back in March,and although it missed that planned November ship date, it's suddenly showed up in an absolute downpour of documentation -- great news if you didn't have any light reading for the weekend. We did a nice heavy skimming of the material for you, and spec-wise, it's basically just the expected bump up to Montevina: an unspecified ULV Core 2 Duo on an 800MHz bus with integrated Intel GMA X4500 graphics, up to 5GB of DDR3 RAM and the same 12.1-inch multitouch-capable capacitive touchscreen as in the original. (Hellooo Windows 7!)

Alesis iPod JamDock

2009-01-17T04:01:00.000-08:00

The pro audio-minded rack mixer, and the ProTrack dock / portable digital recorder, you'd think they'd have all their bases covered -- but that's clearly not the case. Among the many goodies making the scene at this year's NAMM, JamDock is aimed at musicians who want to incorporate iPod audio into their performance.

This bad boy sports two 1/4-inch inputs that support both line level and high impedance instruments, 1/4-inch monitor outs, and a single 1/4-inch stereo out for headphones. It can be mounted on a drum rack or stand using the e-percussion Module Mount (sold separately). Pricing and availability have yet to be announced. In the meantime, it looks like bedroom musicians will be stuck jamming to the Miami Vice theme on their boomboxes, just like nature intended.

Sony Vaio P11ZG - Intel Atom Z520 1.33Ghz 2Gb 60Gb 8" X Black Vista home Premium - Green

2009-01-17T03:56:00.000-08:00

Sony Vaio P11ZG

Elegant from every angle with a smooth flat top and rounded corners, the VAIO P-Series is a true travel companion that looks good by your side wherever you go. Ingeniously styled with sleek lines and an ultra-thin profile, the VAIO P-Series is slim enough to be picked up and carried with one hand. It is even small enough to fit into your jacket pocket. And wherever life takes you, it’s always a pleasure to carry it as it weights only 638 grams. Express your individuality in white, red, black or green. The VAIO P-Series comes in bold colours with a pearlescent finish that shimmers in the light. Time is precious on the move. Power up and open files quickly using the VAIO XrossMediaBar button on the front of the notebook. With its large full size keyboard, the VAIO P-Series lets you type easily with both hands. It has been precisely designed for comfort and control with carefully spaced keys, perfect typing stroke and stick pointer. Small they may be but these notebooks are also highly capable mobile performers. The VAIO P-Series is powered by Intel® processors, designed for ultra efficient computing on the move and combined with 2Gb of DDR2 DRAM memory. And with 60Gb hard disc capacity, the VAIO P-Series can easily handle your mobile data storage requirements. With 1600x768 resolution, the VAIO P-Series' 8” LCD display is ideal for multi tasking - open up two Explorer windows AND view them side-by-side. Bring your multimedia to life with high resolution and contrast. With Sony’s X-black LCD with LED technology, pictures are sharply defined and bright, even when using outdoors. With the VAIO P-series, all your photos and videos are displayed in vivid colour - as intense and realistic as the day you took them.

Box Contains
# AC Adaptor
# Battery
# Power Cord
# VGP-DA10 Display/LAN Adapter

Nokia's N97 gets sized up

2008-12-15T07:50:00.000-08:00

Although the folks at Mobile Review insist that this is not a formal review, they have been kind enough to post their extensive thoughts on the phone -- as well as more UI and comparison shots than you can shake a stick at. Overall, they seem to really dig the handset's design: sure, it's big (a shade larger than the iPhone), but it's well-proportioned, and doesn't seem bulky. And even though it's a slider, it doesn't have that "wobbly" feeling that sliders tend to have. Other features of note include a secondary camera that can serve as webcam and the 3.5-inch, 640 x 360-pixel screen, boasting 16 million colors, which they call "a true marvel." But that's not all! Hit the read link for thoughts on the new, improved music player, all those widgets that you crave, and comparison shots with the HTC Touch Pro, Sony Ericsson XPERIA X1, Nokia 5800 XpressMusic, and the Apple iPhone. Video after the break.

TomTom DUB1 navigator

2008-12-13T04:33:00.000-08:00

The DUB1 is an up and coming navigator which is designed to operate in a snap-in portal located in your nearest dashboard or in the palm of your nearest hand. It's likely that said portal will be a double-DIN aftermarket accessory, but we suppose TomTom could nail down contracts with automakers to provide it from the factory. There's little left to do but wait and see, but given just how nuts Garmin went at CES 2008, don't be shocked to see this as one of the many coming from its main rival in just under a month.

Now ClarionMiND MID on sale in the US just $649.99

2008-11-24T03:55:00.000-08:00

If you waiting for the Clarion's MiND mobile internet device to launch, and just as we were promised in September, said device is finally on sale in the month of November. Available in black, red or white hues, the MID boasts a 4.8-inch WVGA (800 x 480) touchscreen, preloaded maps of the entire US and Canada, built-in RealPlayer, Linux OS, an Intel Atom CPU, 512MB of RAM, a 4GB SSD, Firefox browser, Bluetooth 2.0 / WiFi, a microSD card slot, 2 USB ports and a battery good for around 1.5-hours of usage. Pop one under the tree for that someone special in your life for just $649.99. Or get them a full-fledged netbook for less, your call.

New Hello Kitty Gadget: the C1 Netbook

2008-11-23T03:23:00.000-08:00

The new Hello Kitty for you gals and girls. It’s the C1 Netbook which has the whole Hello Kitty mark on it. Like any other netbook it weighs under 3 pounts and it packs a 1.6GHz Intel Atom N270 processor, 1GB of RAM, a 120GB hard drive and a 10.1 inch display. Two USB ports, a 1.3 megapixel webcam, 802.11b/g WiFi and the usual Windows XP Home complete the specs’ list.

But unlike any other netbook, the C1 has Hello Kitty written all over it. That’s why it would cost you no less than $890 to get it.

T-Mobile G1 Comes with a 3.5mm Headphone Adapter

2008-11-22T07:54:00.000-08:00

Everyone noticed how the first Android phone was promised to have access to lots of Amazon tracks and despite all that it failed to show a 3.5mm adapter. It looks like that whole problem has been finally solved. New G1s will get a 3.5mm headphone adapted for the ExtUSB port the phone comes with. That means you can get your headphones plugged into that free-of-charge adapter for some better quality music. What do you say? Will that make you buy a G1 today or are you sticking with the Storm?

Trossen Robotics

2008-11-22T07:51:00.000-08:00

High torque metal gear servos, LiPo batteries for longer run times, a fluid 3D visual software programming interface for easy custom motions, and a remote control unit are included. Everything you need to have you own walking robot is included in this ready-to-walk kit! With over a hundred pre-installed motions and sounds you can get this robot throwing some dance floor shapes or some killer fighting moves straight from the box.
Trossen Robotics will be making available its new MechRC Humanoid Robot to the masses in the US, and parents can breath easy since this Christmas present won’t break the $1,000 barrier in terms of pricing. That doesn’t mean it is affordable for everyone though, since it is still pretty pricey at $599.99 - definitely not an impulse purchase considering how everyone else is tightening their wallets to weather the current global economic meltdown.

Intel's convertible Classmate PC

2008-11-22T07:48:00.000-08:00

The third-generation Classmate PC looked completely unprepared for the real world comin' out of IFA, Intel has clearly hit the books during the fall term. Now, the convertible Classmate has graduated to the FCC, where we're shown a user's manual, label ID and a smattering of pathetic images.

Sharp's AQUOS Photo Player Prints

2008-11-18T07:06:00.000-08:00

Sharp has decided to liberally splash its AQUOS labeling on an all new photo player, which pulls double duty as a photo printer and a photo, um, display-er. So far as we can tell, users can load up images via a variety of memory card slots, Bluetooth, Infrared and even the local network (HN-PP150 only), and from there, they can either print for showing to grandma or output the content through HDMI. For those who connect it to an AQUOS LCD TV, they can also utilize the music playback functionality that's baked in.

Automower solar-powered robotic lawn mower

2008-11-17T03:22:00.000-08:00

Good thing we have advances in technology such as the solar-powered Automower. It looks more like a miniature war vehicle or something out of a futuristic video game, but instead of blowing stuff up, it was specially designed to keep your pre-wired green lawn short and trim. Heck, you even have the choice to create ‘islands’ by laying the wire around plants and flower beds. Don’t worry about riling Greenpeace activists since this is 100% solar-powered, which equals to zero emissions. It also comes with safety features that prevents it from harming pets or kids, although I’m not too sure whether it will avoid snakes or not (if you’re into those kind of pets). The Automower will retail for around $3,100 and is able to trim a quarter of an acre with 10 hours of charging.

Memorex MVBD-2510 Blu-ray player

2008-11-17T03:09:00.000-08:00

Memorex's Profile 1.1 MVBD-2510 was only $269 from the get-go, but busting through the unofficial $150 price barrier is a pretty big deal for Blu-ray. Granted, we're totally expecting a few more to join the fold come Black Friday, but who's not all about buying from the comfort of one's home versus braving frigid temperatures only to catch eight airborne diseases and shave 2.85 years from your life due to statistically significant levels of stress on a day off? Bottom line: $139.99 for a BD deck is pretty darn cheap (even for Woot's standards), and even if there's no BD-Live support baked in, it'll still handle the 1080p basics.

Flip Mino jumps on the High Definition

2008-11-15T16:56:00.000-08:00

Known as the Flip Mino HD, this is touted to be the smallest high definition camcorder in the world. It is extremely easy on your pockets, tipping the scales at a mere 3oz., making it a snap for you to carry this just about anywhere you travel, capturing those precious moments in high resolution video for future viewing. The price tag also won’t eat into your kids’ college savings, retailing for $229.99 a pop. The Flip Mino HD has the ability to record up to an hour’s worth of HD video, and with the bundled Flip Video’s new FlipShare software, you are able to turn just about any computer into a platform for drag-and-drop video organizing, editing and sharing on YouTube, MySpace, AOL Video or via email.

Features of the Flip Mino HD include :-

* Resolution: HD 720p
* 4GB internal memory
* 1.5″ anti-glare LCD display
* Internal lithium ion battery
* One-touch recording with 2x digital zoom
* Touch-sensitive buttons for recording, playback, fast forward, rewind, pause and delete

Sounds like a decent Christmas present to bring home this holiday season, eh? I would have preferred to see a memory card slot thrown in for expansion options – 4GB of internal memory just isn’t enough especially when you plan to record an event that is longer than a single hour.

The LED Micro Task Light

2008-11-15T16:53:00.000-08:00

The light has four LED lights which would give you a decent amount of lighting. The light also rotates 360 degrees to make it easier to work. To keep it powered you’ll need three AAA batteries. Apparently the light doesn’t produce any heat either so the batteries will last longer. The light can last up to 100,000 hours. You can pick it up on Solutions for $12. So it would be fairly affordable, plus you can save yourself a battery run and add an extra $2 and they’ll throw in two batteries.

Asus R50A finally arrives

2008-11-15T16:36:00.000-08:00

They weren't kidding when they said it would be above $500, but for the price you'll be running Windows Vista on a handheld with a 1.33GHz Intel Atom processor, a gig of RAM, a 32GB SSD hard drive, a 5.6'' screen at 1024 x 600, three USB ports, a microSD slot, a wireless keyboard, and an external DVD reader / writer. Connectivity options include 802.11 b / g WiFi, Bluetooth, and 3G. These specs aren't all that different from what you'd find in a netbook (save for the SSD), except you're paying more than twice as much and you get to look like you're playing games on a GP2X while you're using it on the train. Maybe it's supposed to be a status symbol?

Iriver cuts prices on three PMPs

2008-11-01T07:14:00.000-07:00

The Fans of iriver's PMPs should be happy to hear that it's cutting prices on three of them for the holiday shopping season. The E100 and tiny Lplayer's prices will be $69.99 for 4GB models and $99.99 for the 8GB ones -- a drop of $40. The priciest of the three, the SPINN, will see its tag drop to $189.99 for the 4GB and $229.99 for the 8GB (they normally fetch $249.99 and $279.99 respectively), though that still seems fairly expensive given its storage capacity. The price drops are in effect starting November 1st

Now already 1.5 million T-Mobile G1s pre order

2008-10-12T09:03:00.000-07:00

Amazing T-Mobile sold right out of its original allotment of G1, now 1.5 million T-Mobile G1s pre-order

Raon Digital prepping SSD-based Everun Note UMPCs

2008-10-12T09:00:00.000-07:00

UMPC Portal has it that two new Everun Notes will be landing shortly, both of which will boast SSDs within. The first newcomer (S16S) will come loaded with Ubuntu Mobile, a 1.2GHz Sempron CPU and a 12GB MLC SSD; the higher-end sibling (D24S) will offer up Windows XP, a dual-core Turion processor and 24GB worth of delicious solid state storage.

SteelSeries Mouse for WoW Gamers

2008-10-11T07:56:00.000-07:00

The mouse will let users create macros or use predefined ones for their treks through Blizzard’s soul-eater. It also has 800-3000 CPI and a 3.6mm lift distance.

Asus intros WiMAX-equipped M50Vm-A1WM 15.4 incherAsus intros WiMAX-equipped M50Vm-A1WM 15.4 incher

2008-10-11T07:52:00.000-07:00

Asus' M50Vm-A1 laptop -- the M50Vm-A1WM -- just showed up on Newegg and Amazon. Soulcrushingly long (mostly) alphanumeric string aside, it's a decent 15.4'' machine for its $1,399 price point, with desktop replacement specs: Intel Core 2 Duo P8400, 4GB of RAM, a GeForce 9600M with a satisfying 1GB of dedicated graphics memory, and even a numpad. What's new here is onboard WiMAX, which puts Asus on the post-XOHM launch bandwagon with Toshiba, Acer and other laptop manufacturers.

LG KC780 to be launched

2008-10-11T07:50:00.000-07:00

One of the smart technologies found in the LG KC780 is Face Detection, and this will automatically find and focus on people’s faces so that the photographer is able to capture clearer portrait shots. In addition, LG’s Smile Detection technology is smart enough to recognize the angle of people’s mouths and adjust focus for faces. Good to see such features appear on a cell phone, where they were once the domain of dedicated digital cameras. While the LG KC780 won’t have the full functionality of a digital camera, it has enough to make this function as a backup just in case your primary shooter dies due to lack of battery or some other unfortunate inconvenience. You will be able to choose from automatic modes, a Beauty Mode that removes spots and imperfections on people’s faces, high ISO 1600, SmartLight setting for optimal brightness settings and an integrated Image Stabilizer.

Century LCD-4300U

2008-10-10T09:39:00.001-07:00

Think of this Century LCD-4300U as a way to improve your performance when working on a laptop, or to keep your attention focused on the main screen while the unnecessary stuff goes for the secondary screen, be it a MSN conversation or your RSS reader.

The portable display measures 4.3-inches and is powered by USB. It has a WVGA resolution of 800×480 with a LED Backlight. Interestingly enough, you can connect 7 secondary screens to one computer.

Andrea PureAudio BT-200 Bluetooth Headset

2008-10-10T09:36:00.000-07:00

The BT-200 is suppose to be used while driving, and as the name suggests it can cancel the ambient noise coming from the outside that you don’t want to hear when having a phone conversation. One of the good details is the integrated wind suppression that is located on the microphone tip. The headset can be used in different scenarios as well, such as VoIP phones, gaming systems such as PS3, and more.

Zepto debuts 14-inch Nox A14

2008-10-10T09:32:00.000-07:00

Zepto managed to carve out a tiny niche for itself with its understated Nexus A15 gaming laptop, and it looks like it's now giving it some company with its new Nox A14 model. From the looks of it, this one is mostly identical to its predecessor, with the notable exception of a 14.1-inch 1440 x 900 screen and, consequently, a slightly smaller and lighter form factor. Otherwise, you can expect to get a Core 2 Duo P9500 processor, NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT 512MB, up to 8GB of RAM, a 500GB hard drive (or 128GB SSD), a built-in 2-megapixel webcam, and a DVD burner or optional Blu-ray drive.

HTC Touch Diamond

2008-10-06T02:03:00.001-07:00

The specifications certainly do it justice – great spread of available memory, a complete set of connectivity features that leave little for want, decent processing power and a spectacular VGA screen. Considering what you’re getting, it’s fairly impressive to be packing all of it in its tiny and light frame, which barely tips the scale at 110 g. It’s sharp angular looks isn’t as uncomfortable in the pants as it looks, as the back of the unit is angled off at the edges, although you’d find little to appreciate with regards to the diamond-like facet of the rear cover in which the phone gets its name from. It should also be said that the Diamond’s smooth surface is a fingerprint magnet, and no surface on the unit is safe from it, but that is something most people can live by, and users can take solace in the fact that build quality is sturdy.

HP offers up Special Edition Pavilion dv4t and dv5t

2008-10-05T03:11:00.000-07:00

Starting with the former, we've got a flashily designed 14.1-incher with a WXGA panel, 4GB of DDR2 RAM, a handful of Core 2 Duo CPU choices, NVIDIA's 512MB GeForce 9200M GS, up to 400GB of hard drive space, WiFi, optional WWAN and an integrated HDTV hybrid tuner. The equally fashionable Pavilion dv5t SE sports a 15.4-inch LCD, a GMA4500MHD integrated graphics set, optional Blu-ray writer and most everything already mentioned on its smaller sibling.

Okoro intros updated low-profile OMS-SX100

2008-10-03T20:15:00.001-07:00

The design not change but get new improve.That latter bit seems to come largely as a result of the low-wattage AMD Athlon X2 4850e processor at the heart of the system, which gets backed up by 2GB of RAM, a 500GB hard drive (upgradeable to 1TB), 8-channel LPCM audio via HDMI, NVIDIA 8200 graphics, and an optional Blu-ray drive, to name a few features.

Motor Tunes makes audio alive on your wheels

2008-10-03T09:14:00.000-07:00

Scooterists and bikers have been crying out for a portable stereo system. Most motor scooters are too small for a built-in audio system. And many bikers don’t want to spend hundreds of dollars for one either. And even the do-it- yourself market is expensive, time-consuming and usually requires you to take apart your vehicle. Now you can musically enhance your motoring experience whether it’s your daily commute, your cruise in the country or your jaunt around town. And the best part is that you can instantly detach it and take your tunes with you once you’ve arrived at your destination.

Revised PocketSurfer2 gets unlimited lifetime surfing in UK

2008-10-03T09:00:00.000-07:00

The PocketSurfer2R. It shares the prior device's basic layout and 640 x 240 screen, but contains a GPS receiver inside and a small touchpad to the upper-right of the keypad. More notable, though, is the new "Immortality Plan," which won't guarantee that you'll still be rocking out when your grandkids retire, but, for a one-time fee of £60 (a little over $100), offers unlimited surfing over the lifetime of the device. Given we're stuck paying $25/month here, we'd call that a bargain. This new model won't be coming stateside, at least not yet, but the older one has received a $100 price drop to $199.

Pandora pre-orders extended through the weekend

2008-10-03T04:41:00.000-07:00

Good news. the Pandora pre-order page will continue to accept your orders through Sunday, and production will be increased beyond the initial 3,000 units to meet the demand. So lets get it!

Aurora Color Changing Clock

2008-10-02T18:37:00.001-07:00

It appears that Aurora has figured out a solution to this time-telling dilemma by creating a clock that changes color every hour. It has twelve colors that represent the hours of the day, and it might take a little while before you learn what color is what hour.
The Aurora Color Changing Clock has a translucent rubber housing, which allows the lights to go on and off with a tap. The alarm clock will flash when it is time to get up.

Sony announces PRS-700 Reader with touchscreen

2008-10-02T18:28:00.000-07:00

Sony's plan to launch an updated Reader today wasn't exactly a secret, but there are still some surprises to the new PRS-700 -- particularly the new six-inch touchscreen E-Ink display. Page turning is now accomplished by a swipe motion with faster refreshes, and there's a stylus and on-screen keyboard for searching and note-taking -- plus an LED reading light (not a backlight) for reading in the dark. Apart from that, it's basically the same deal as the PRS-505 -- internal storage for about 350 ebooks with SD and MS-Duo expansion and a 7500 page-turn battery life round out the package, as well as an updated online store.

Humping USB Dog

2008-09-30T20:53:00.000-07:00

Harley and Duke are naughty doggies. They won't eat out of their food bowls; they track mud all over the place; they are constantly burying our pens; and they have a peculiar naughtiness whenever they spy a free USB port. They...well...they sort of, kind of, um... "go to town," if you will. And they won't stop until you um...separate them from the source of their affections.

DXG and Geotate bring first geotagging video camera

2008-09-30T19:18:00.000-07:00

DXG and Geotate is a geotagging company and in collaboration with the DXG DVH586 platform, this video camera can geotag with the best of them. It runs on the Yuma geotagging software and is intended for those that like to film and upload to YouTube immediately afterward.

The iPhone Clone

2008-09-30T05:48:00.000-07:00

The terminal Meizu M8, clone of the iPhone, Some Taiwan media echoed the possibility that as of December can buy in China, unfortunately there are neither dates nor information on their export to Europe or the U.S.

What is known is that this clone will have a distributor in India. Only one version will be put up for sale, the 8GB for a price around $ 384 and $ 469.

Video camera all-terrain, ATC5K Oregon Scientific Action Camera

2008-09-30T03:44:00.000-07:00

Video camera all-terrain, ATC5K Oregon Scientific Action Camera
Dimensions: 114.3 x 50.8 x 76.2 mm,LCD 1.5″, Video recording at 640 x 480 30 FPS,Image capture,Water resistant and shockproof, Internal memory of 32MB, SD slot, up to 4GB, USB, Remote control, Compatibility with Windows and Mac OS X, It works with 2 AA batteries

Netgear unveils a couple more wireless routers

2008-09-30T03:10:00.000-07:00

The NETGEAR Wireless-N Router (WNR2000) and Wireless-N Router with Built-In DSL Modem (DGN2000) deliver the highest wireless performance and longest ranges to support today’s Wireless-N notebooks and adapters while providing simultaneous support for legacy 802.11g devices. The Wireless-N Router with Built-In DSL Modem incorporates an ADSL2+ modem enabling users to easily and seamlessly upgrade existing equipment provided by DSL Internet service providers. The WNR2000 and DGN2000 both incorporate efficient Energy Star-qualified power supplies and feature an on/off switch to save energy when the network is not in use.

The NETGEAR Wireless-N Router (WNR2000) and Wireless-N Router with Built-In DSL Modem (DGN2000) enable users to quickly and easily establish a secure network with a robust security feature set that includes: double firewall (NAT and SPI), Denial-of-Service (DoS) attack protection, Intrusion Detection and Prevention (IDS), WiFi Protected Access(TM) (WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK), Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP), Wireless Access Control to identify authorized wireless network devices, and Wi-Fi Protected Setup(TM) (WPS) for push-button connection of network devices.

The Slim Trim Razor

2008-09-29T22:29:00.000-07:00

The Slim Trim Razor was designed by James McAdam, a London-based designer, and it features a caliper and two razor blades. This is a serious trimmer! You can get your sideburns groomed to perfection without forking over the cash for a professional trim.

Sega Toys’ Handheld Aquarium in your pocket

2008-09-29T22:16:00.000-07:00

Handheld Aquarium from Sega Toys offers users in its Wiimote-crossed-with-iPod form. This toy is very similar to those Tamogotchi toys. It features a fish in an aquarium that shows up on the screen that you must take care of if it is to survive. The world around your creature grows as it grows, giving you more options for gameplay. You can play either a dolphin or an angelfish and there are three mini games you can play with your digital pet.