Gadgets and New Technologies

Posted Feb 23rd 2008 11:48AM by Darren MurphFiled under: Gaming, HDTV, Home Entertainment Truthfully, we reckon this moment is inevitable. With HD DVD hung out to dry by everyone and their long lost cousin, it’s simply a matter of time before players are being traded for rides on the carousel. Nevertheless, reports are already circulating that Microsoft’s Xbox 360 add-on drive could sink to $49.99 in the not-too-distant future, which may actually make it worth grabbing for the very respectable library of hd dvd titles already out there. Whatever you do, don’t pay full price for this thing. (Read the full post about ‘Microsoft’s Xbox 360 add-on to hit $49.99?’…)

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Posted Feb 23rd 2008 2:28PM by Darren MurphFiled under: Networking Granted, most of us here in America would turn our noses up at receiving in-home broadband via satellite — after all, cable and DSL seem to be treating most of us quite alright — but Japan is hoping to provide access to more regions in Asia-Pacific with its recently launched Kizuna. The experimental satellite is not yet intended for commercial use, but if all goes well, it will enable data transmissions “of up to 1.2 gigabytes per second” at a low cost across Japan and 19 other locales in Southeast Asia. (Read the full post about ‘Japan launches Kizuna satellite, hopes it will deliver high-speed internet’…)

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When Apple first announced the SDK, it was supposed to be available by the end of February 2008. Now with just about one week left, Business Week is reporting that the long awaited iphone SDK will be anywhere from one to three weeks late. Business Week has stated that this news has come from “one source” and as of now there has not been any official confirmation or comment regarding the delay from Apple. Read [Business Week] Keep up with the latest gadget goodness! (Read the full post about ‘Apple to delay the release of the iPhone SDK?’…)

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Microsoft is planning to roll out Service Pack 1 for Vista, which has been a highly anticipated update that is expected to fix some speed and compatibility issues, but may also cause some additional trouble. Sadly it seems SP1 may be a problem for a good number of users as it is expected to either break, limit or disable some commonly used programs. Microsoft has released a list of affected programs that could fall into one of three categories. Programs that will not run and are blocked from starting. Which will include Bitdefender AV, Internet Security v.10, Fujitsu Shock Sensor v 2.1.0.0. Jiangmin KV Antivirus v. 10 and 2008, Trend Micro Internet Security 2008 and Zone Alarm Security Suite 7.1. (Read the full post about ‘Microsoft updates Windows Vista, may break your important programs’…)

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Posted Feb 23rd 2008 9:52AM by Joshua Topolsky Tired of the air not doing enough for you? Well, a new project called Green Freedom — headed up by researchers at the Los Alamos National Laboratory — seeks to improve air’s contribution to our planet. The new technology would provide a method of extracting CO2 from the air and then converting the gas into fuel for cars or airplanes — thus sucking out toxins from our atmosphere while creating a renewable energy source. The process uses a form of electrochemical separation to siphon juice out of the typically poisonous gas, yet has a low environmental impact with a small waste-stream output. (Read the full post about ‘Green Freedom turns the air’s CO2 into auto-powering fuel’…)

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Nokia N95 8GB slike is one of the best phones out there, that’s for sure. If you’re wondering what does the slike in the end does or mean, i do too. I won’t tell you how I’ve decided to write this post about the Nokia N95 8GB slike too, si perhaps you should start searching this term on Google: "Nokia N95 8GB Slike".

Anyway, as i was saying, this toy is one the best phones out there and many of you might want it. After all, what’s not to like at Nokia N95 8GB: huge screen, great multimedia capabilities, GPS, dual slider, etc.

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Posted Feb 23rd 2008 6:04AM by Darren MurphFiled under: Misc. gadgetsWhen talking menus just aren’t futuristic enough, we reckon Teraoka’s Deli Touch pen — which strongly reeks of LeapFrog’s Tag — is the next best thing. The system works with barcode-laden menus and enables customers to simply swipe their choices and have them beamed directly to the kitchen. Besides hastening the order process and keeping the interaction between customer and waiter / waitress at a minimum, the device may also give you a solid reason to skimp on the tip — not that we’d recommend such a thing, of course. (Read the full post about ‘Teraoka’s Deli Touch pen delays human interaction in restaurants’…)

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Posted Feb 23rd 2008 7:53AM by Donald MelansonFiled under: Misc. Gadgets It’s not the first method we’ve seen for blinding security cameras, but this new DIY / art project from the folks at Oberwelt e.V. looks to be one of the simplest, and one of the few that could conceivably be used on an everyday basis. Dubbed the I-R.A.S.C. (for “infra-redlight against surveillance camera”), the device apparently consists simply of a series of infrared lights connected to a battery, which combine to blot out your face with a slightly unnerving glow. (Read the full post about ‘DIY IR headgear repels security cameras, attracts “security”’…)

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If you’re a fan of Super Mario Bros then this is the keychain for you. This nifty little handheld gizmo is preloaded with six classic sounds from the greatest side-scroller in history. Simply press a button and you’ll be transported back to the Mushroom Kingdom faster than you can say ‘Mamma mia, dezza King Koopa widda da Princess Toadstool.’ There are six incredibly evocative sounds, including, Big, Coin, 1Up, Jump, Start and Ouch. Available from Firebox for £7.95 (~$15). (Read the full post about ‘Super Mario Bros Sound FX Keyring’…)

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Every gadget lover knows that his favorite gadget is always limited by battery life. Cell phone, PDA or music player - they all live a very limited amount of time, and must be recharged when it ends. Sometimes, due to dead battery, we can miss important calls, or be left with no music on a half way to destination we going. It is very annoying - to depend on those chemical processes that happen inside a battery of your most needed gadget. You can buy an additional battery, but it is very expensive to buy it for every gadget you have! PowerMonkey made a solution for people who want to be protected from sudden battery depletion, and it looks quite interesting! (Read the full post about ‘Depend on outlet no more with PowerMonkey Portable Charger’…)

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