Gadgets and New Technologies

Our server virtualisation project is moving along apace recently - we have decommissioned a number of physical servers and moved to a virtual server platform and I can happily report that virtualising takes time but it is worth it, especially as we have been seeing green recently. Mind you the reduction in power requirements from the physical servers is definitely a small step in the green direction for improving technology and the environment - not only that but the uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) last longer as their load is less - win win so far. Receiving the “call out” request in the middle of the night because the UPS has ran out is never a happy call especially when it has been a long late night trying to get the kids to bed but the phone vibrates away and duty calls.

(Read the full post about ‘The technology week in view: 7th April 2008′…)

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God, I love new construction gadgets. Jay and Ryanne present the new, Pothole Killer! Momentshowing: VIDEO: pothole_killer The company that makes the Pothole Killer, Patch Management Inc., describes a more efficient way to fill potholes: The traditional method of road repair - shovels, a dump truck and two or three workers - is not only inefficient and expensive, but it is ineffective in solving the problem or keeping up with the demand. That is why you should turn to Patch Management’s services. Working closely with Patch Management, Scott Kleiger developed the PK2000, the most sophisticated spray patching system in the industry. (Read the full post about ‘Pothole Killer’…)

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The only Black Label that I truly love is that of the alcoholic variety, but LG has just rolled out its Black Label series which makes for a worthy successor after the LG Chocolate and Shine. I do know that it comes with a 5 megapixel camera, and touts itself to be the slimmest of its kind in the world, which means it must be no thicker than the 14.9mm found on the Samsung G600. I have a feeling that one of these days, cell phone will be so fragile that they break in half when you sit on them. The LG Black Label also has carbon fibre and tempered glass styling to add to its class. (Read the full post about ‘LG Launches New Black Label’…)

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CTIA Wireless 2008 was the platform where Elektrobit released its dual-mode satellite terrestrial HSPA handset, and this modern marvel has stirred quite a fair bit of interest. It touts itself to be the “first fully IP-based Quad-band GSM-satellite phone” which features a touch screen display, a full QWERTY keyboard, Bluetooth and WiFi connectivity, USB, and GPS navigation, all powered by the Windows 6.1 mobile operating system. It will come in a PDA form factor, where users in the US will be able to seamlessly and securely connect via both the satellite and terrestrial components of the TerreStar network.

(Read the full post about ‘Elektrobit unveils HSPA handset’…)

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Golf Launchpad
Tee off at Sawgrass, Pebble Beach or any course of your choice and compete against the best players in the world with this astounding Golf Launchpad - and play with your own clubs!

You can have this for ?199.00

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How many times have you sat and pondered whether or not it was daylight outside? Unless you spend the better part of your days living underground, chances are that you don’t think about this very often. Sure, when you’re sitting in a cubicle after hours it may cross your mind, but is that enough to justify a watch that solely tells you whether the sun is up or down? Apparently for some people it’s worth coughing up $300,000 for a watch that does just that. Part of the reason that it is so expensive is that it is a unique timepiece that used Tourbillon movement, which is supposed to overcome the limitations imposed on the accuracy of watches by the earth’s gravity. (Read the full post about ‘Day & Night Watch only tells you if the sun is up’…)

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What better way to lower your monthly electricity bill than rely on good ol’ solar power that never runs out (at least until our sun decides to explode)? The Torpedo Solar Spotlight makes a good candidate to spruce up your garden long after sundown at an affordable price. Make a walkway safer, uplight a tree or highlight garden art without the hassle of running extension cords or digging trenches for wiring. These garden spotlights are solar powered! Each 2¼” reflective lens has three bright LEDs that never need replacing, and an integrated solar panel that pivots and swivels to catch the best rays. Lights come on at dusk and shine for up to eight hours. (Read the full post about ‘Torpedo Solar Spotlight’…)

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Reservoir Ducks

You can have this for ?24.95

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We first featured the AeroGarden a looong time ago when they essentially only had 1 model and since then AeroGrow, the manufacturer has launched a number of additional models including this new $100 model. The AeroGarden 3 has everything you need to grow your own organic herbs and vegetables, using CFLs and less energy than a single 60W bulb. Using its built-in computer, the AeroGarden monitors and adjusts the nutrient delivery, light and water for specific plants. There’s also a reminder system to tell you when you need to add more water and nutrients. (Read the full post about ‘Aerogarden 3 Starter Kit (Aeroponic Gardening)’…)

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Since its launch in January 2008, the Social Gaming Network (SGN), are offering now 60 games to Facebook users. SGN launches this week-end the Game Feed, allowing players to see who is playing what and to track scores and rankings. To get it, click this link and add the SGN app to your Facebook profile. Their new addition to their popular game Jetman, JetDelegate, is fun to play. Pick one candidate: JetObama, JetMcCain or JetHilary, start to fly and avoid obstacles. Each user score is added to the global score in the race, since launch, JetObama and JetMcCain are neck to neck. SGN is a social gaming platform for developers which helps them to cross-promote their games in Facebook with the SGN GameBar (see picture: the bar with icons just below Facebook menu). (Read the full post about ‘The Social Gaming Network launches the Game Feed for Facebook’…)

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