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Nokia Wireless Keybord

2009-07-21T08:14:00.001-07:00

Nokia Wireless Keybord

Smallest Mp3 Player inthe world

2009-07-21T08:12:00.000-07:00

Smallest Mp3 Player inthe world

This is the smallest mp3 player I have seen so far .This so called advanced battery system is easily recharged by connecting into the USB port on your PC but doesn't it look awkward to charge via USB .If you know any other which is smaller than 24mm x 24mm x 24mm then do let me know.

Specifications:

World's Smallest MP3 Player
Super compact size (24mm*24mm*24mm) and weighs only 18 grams!
A fully featured MP3/audio player that fits in the palm of your hand.
OLED Display
The latest in display technology provides superior sharpness and brilliance over standard LCDs.
Six Preset Equalizer modes plus one User Equalizer mode
Features 6 preset equalization modes; Normal / Rock / Jazz / Pop / Classic / Live / and you can also customize equalization to suit your mood.
Cool Navigation System
The player can play MP3 files saved in multiple folders. Those files and folders can be selected and played as if in a Windows environment.
Easy & Convenient Clock
PC Peripheral Device
By connecting the product to PC, the Windows system identifies it as a removable disk. No additional software needed.
FM Radio
Enjoy FM radio with Digital FM receiver
Listen digital music files (MP3/WMA)!
Built-In rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery

Olympus Stylus 850SW 8MP Digital Camera

2009-07-21T08:11:00.002-07:00

Olympus Stylus 850SW 8MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom (Black)

Olympus Stylus 850SW 8MP Digital Camera Description

8-megapixel effective recording * 2-1/2" color LCD with 5-level brightness adjustment * 3X optical zoom (5X

digital/15X total zoom) * 35mm equivalent lens focal length: 38-114mm * top JPEG resolution: 3264 x 2448 *

digital image stabilization * shockproof metal body designed to withstand a 5-foot drop * waterproof down

to 10 feet for underwater shots * performs in below-freezing temperatures down to 14°F * airtight build

keeps out dirt, dust, and other particles *

Olympus Stylus 850SW 8MP Digital Camera Details

* Amazon Sales Rank: #335 in Camera & Photo

* Color: Black

* Brand: Olympus

* Model: 226325

* Released on: 2008-02-12

* Dimensions: 2.40" h x .84" w x 3.69" l, .29 pounds

* Display size: 2.5

* Included Software: Yes

Features

* 8.0-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 16 x 22-inch prints
* 3x optical zoom; Face Detection
* 2.5-inch HyperCrystal LCD; Perfect Shot Preview mode
* Waterproof to 10 feet; shockproof to 5 feet
* Stores images on xD Picture Cards

Solar powered landscape light doubles up as pest killer

2009-07-21T08:11:00.001-07:00

Solar powered landscape light doubles up as pest killer

If you have a big garden, with a big swimming pool, it’s most likely to attract lots of pests. It’s simply no easy way to keep those bugs away. Here comes a landscape light, which doubles up as a pest killer, and best used in your garden for serving as a decorative item, as well as keeping those bugs away.

The landscape light pest killer is solar powered, which eliminates your worry of piling up high electricity bills. The light source is LED, which shines in either white or purple color. The device will absorb sunlights during daytime, which charges the internal 600mAh battery.

Since it takes power from the sun, it also frees you from the hassle of dangling power cords. It also offers flexibility for installation either getting it attached to the wall or just somewhere next to the swimming pool. It comes with flexible mounting kits which let you have your installation with ease.

The Landscape Light pest killer shines in either white or purple lights. When it shines in purple light, meaning it’s in the “bug-zapper” mode, that no bugs could escape from its brutal slaughtering actions. It’s definitely a perfect gear for those who have plans for carrying out some landscaping work to spice up the garden, as well as killing all those disgusting bugs.

Kenwood Media Keg MG-E

2009-07-21T08:07:00.000-07:00

Kenwood Media Keg MG-E

It is unfortunate that Kenwood's Media Keg MG-E portable media player still doesn't play videos after all this while. I mean, take a look at the iPod nano - a couple of generations later and it already does video playback and not just settle for audio, so why can't Kenwood do the same? Well, if you're interested in the MG-E, this is a flash-based MP3 player that comes with 2GB or 4GB of storage space, augmented by a microSD memory card slot for further expansion. It will support MP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, JPEG and BMP file formats, but seriously - I personally think it is futile to fork out $127 for one of these considering there are many other portable media players in the market that offer more bang for that amount of dough.

photo album in your pocket

2009-07-21T08:06:00.000-07:00

Sony Cybershot T-77 - world’s slimmest camera and the T-700, a photo album in your pocket

Whether you like it or not, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC T-77 camera is claimed as the world’s slimmest camera. This slim shooter has made itself official into the market of Europe.
The Sony T-77 shooter measures only 15mm in thickness and comes with a sensor that has 10.1 effective megapixels. The slim size of the T-77 definitely makes it a best pocket fitter, which is so easy to bring along for taking pictures on the go.

Besides, the 10.1 megapixel sensor, it’s also equipped with various technologies found on latest cameras, including 4x optical zoom, face detection, Anti-blink to assist you to take great pictures using it. The face detection and anti-blink are the two technologies that help a lot, especially for the poor targets you have, who don’t know how to smile and always blink their eyes in front of a camera.

Despite the slim body, it’s equipped with a 3-inch touchscreen LCD which is wide enough for you to comfortably carry out various operations and view your picture on its touchscreen. It comes in five fashions of colors which are black, silver, pink, green and brown.

Other than the T-77, Sony is also preparing another shooter for the European market, which is the DSC-T700 shooter. The T-700 also comes with more or less features that the T-77 has, which also carries a 10.1 megapixel sensor, equipped with 4x optical zoom, anti-blink, face detection and scene recognition technologies, but with a slightly wider screen of 3.5 inch.

Besides, its got more, such as a built-in memory of whopping size of 4GB, which allows you to store up to 40,000 photos without depending on external storage media. And you also get powerful photo album on the T-700 to help you organize those tons of photos that you’ve shot. It’s also similar to couple of latest cameras we’ve seen before, allows you to upload and share photos on many social networking websites.

Similar to the T-77, the T-700 also comes in five options of colors, which are black, silver, gold, pink or red. Sony is readying both the T-77 and the T-700 for the European market in September 2008.

Olympus FE-360

2009-07-21T08:05:00.000-07:00

Olympus FE-360

The Olympus FE-360 features a slim 0.7-inch thick body that contains the combination of a 1/2.35"-type eight megapixel image sensor and an Olympus-branded 3x optical zoom lens. A 2.5-inch LCD display with 154,000 dot resolution offers the FE-360's only option for framing and reviewing images, as there's no optical viewfinder on this model. There's also no mechanical image stabilization, with the Olympus FE-360 instead offering only what Olympus refers to as "Digital Image Stabilization" - essentially a setting that causes the camera to raise ISO sensitivity (along with shutter speeds and image noise) in an attempt to freeze motion. ISO sensitivity ranges from a low of ISO 64 to a maximum of ISO 1,000 equivalent.

Olympus' FE-360 employs a contrast-detection autofocus system operating off data streaming from the camera's image sensor, and the FE-360 also includes face detection capability, although precise specifics as to the number of faces that can be detected were not available at press time. Olympus' Face Detection function is linked to both the autoexposure and autofocus systems, ensuring that your subjects' faces are taken into account when determining both these variables. It also allows for tracking of a subject's face as it moves around the frame,once detected.

A "Perfect Shot Preview" mode allows users to see what the effects of certain camera adjustments - for example, exposure compensation, white balance, or metering mode - will be before actually taking a photo. A wide range of some 20 shooting modes are offered in the Olympus FE-360, allowing users some degree of control over their images without needing to understand the subtleties of shutter speeds and apertures. These shooting modes include three underwater modes for use with the optionally available underwater housing. Another ease-of-use feature is an "In-Camera Help Guide" system that provides detailed descriptions of the effects that can be achieved with the Olympus FE-360's various set-up options and modes.

For viewing images on a television, the Olympus FE360 has audio / video output connectivity, while images can be transferred to a PC over a USB 2.0 High-Speed connection. A rechargeable LI-42B Lithium Ion battery with charger is included with the FE360, and should yield 160 shots on a charge. Also included is Olympus' Master 2 software for viewing and modifying photos. Images are stored in 20.5MB of internal memory, as well as on xD-Picture Card memory cards. Interestingly, Olympus has also chosen to include an MASD-1 microSD to xD-Picture Card adapter in the FE-360 bundle, allowing the use of microSD cards in the camera as well.

The Olympus FE-360 will in the USA from August 2008 with pricing of about $150.

Space Cube - a tiny computer at the size of an apple

2009-07-21T08:04:00.000-07:00

Space Cube - a tiny computer at the size of an apple

There might be some other tiny computers that are smaller than the Space Cube. But, in my memory, it seems to be the smallest that I’ve ever seen.

The Space Cube is a cubic device, which is a fully functional computer that is sized just like an apple. Look at the Space Cube in the picture, how it’s compared side by side with an apple. The Space Cube comes with lots of ports. Inside the cube, you’ll find a a 300MHz processor, 64MB of DDR RAM and it doesn’t have hard disk drive. The only permanent storage is a 1GB Compact FlashCard.

With the very tiny size of RAM, if you’re only able to use it to open Notepad. It surely fails to run today’s memory-hungry applications. The Space Cube is equipped with lots of ports which allow you to hook up to external devices and extend its connectivities. You’ll find SP Outs, Mic Ins, Ethernet ports, VGA support, USB port, speaker plug and more on this little cubic computer.

There is even a “Space Wire” port, which seems like a proprietary stuff which is to fit the NASA/ESA only. Despite the super tiny size, it carries a huge price tag of $2800. The Space Cube is meant for use in the space, which it acts pretty much like a middle man to be hooked up with various sensors and processing units, while it’s in the space craft.

Bonsai tree charges your gadgets

2009-07-21T08:02:00.000-07:00

French designer, Mr Vivien Muller has come out with a new idea of charging those overwhelming quantity of gadgets you have these days. It’s a bonsai tree that is hung with lots of photovoltaic cells to charge your gadgets.

The Bonsai charging tree is equipped with 54 tiny photovoltaic panels, which collects light energy and store in its internal battery during day time, which can then be used to charge your gadgets at night.

Bonsai tree is loved by oriental guys for decorating their living space. A Bonsai that can be used to power up various gadgets is definitely a handy and decorative piece that we need these days. The Bonsai charging tree nicely hides all its wires and plugs under its tray. Furthermore, it’s flexible which each branch on the tree can be detached or adjusted to fit a smaller living space or to go on your work desk.

It’s more or less like Lego which each part can be rotated to produce various shapes to suit your need and the space you have. Too bad, this Bonsai charging tree is just a concept. Whether it’ll be picked up for mass production is still a big question. But, it’s definitely a need idea.

LG N4B1 NAS comes with integrated Blu-ray

2009-07-21T08:01:00.002-07:00

LG N4B1 NAS comes with integrated Blu-ray, best for offside backup

When you think of NAS, the first thing in your mind is a storage that is attached to the network that gives you lots of storage space to store your data. But you’ll probably never think of that a NAS has a Blu-ray recorder built in it.

The LG NAS, N4B1 is most probably the first and the only one, a network attached storage that comes with an integrated Blur-ray recorder. With the integrated Blur-ray recorder definitely gives you the handiness to record all your precious data from the hard drives of the NAS onto those optical discs.

This gives extra security to your data, which you can always carry another offside backup, burning those precious data to Blur-ray discs. Hard drives these days are not that reliable, which anytime they could stop spinning that makes you data unaccessible.

Other than the built-in Blu-ray, the LG N4B1 NAS also comes with 3 USB ports and 1 e-SATA jack, which allows you to plug in USB flash drives or external SATA hard drive for quickly copying some data. The LG N4B1 NAS supports up to 4TB (4 HDDs) and measures 190 x289 x 280 mm. It’s definitely something much handier than your average NAS.

ScanBot - book scanning made easy

2009-07-21T08:01:00.001-07:00

ScanBot - book scanning made easy, with the robotic hands flipping pages for you

Most Book scanners look similar and all they have to do is to scan the pages in a book for you. And most of them have no intelligence to flip over the many thousands of pages and you’ll have to use your two hands to flip through those pages.

ScanBot is an exceptional book scanner, which has the intelligence built-in and equipped with robotic arms,which can automatically flip through the pages while carrying out the scanning. Besides, it uses a vacuum to hold the page firmly against the scanning head, to ensure a complete scan of the content of the page.

The ScanBot is meant for the digitization of huge book inventories. Lets say, a library wants to turn all the hard copies of books into soft copies and store them on CDs or DVDs. The ScanBo also promises good quality of scanning which results absolutely distortion free images and it’s all you need for cost effective digitization of books and other bound documents.

The ScanBot comes in modular design, which offers flexibility to suit different scaled of customers’ needs.

USB stick doubles up as a beer bottle opener

2009-07-21T08:00:00.001-07:00

USB stick doubles up as a beer bottle opener

A USB flash drive that doubles up as a bottle opener, definitely comes in handy for geeks who feel little thirsty at work, and wanna have a couple of sips of those freezing beers.

The cool USB stick is the product of German Trekstor, which comes in a brushed aluminum finish and features a data transfer rates of 25MB/s (read), and 12MB/s (write). The Trekstor USB drive is available in various sizes, ranging from 1GB up to 16GB for the storage capacity. It’s compatible with a wide variety of OSes including Windows 2000, XP, Vista, Mac, OS X and Linux (for Kernel 2.6.x and above only).

The bottle opener USB stick starts at a price of $10 for the 1GB version and the 16GB costs you $70, which seems no extra cost added to its opener function. Great, if you have one and you’re one of the lucky ones, who could have your favorite brew to accompany you at work.

Complete New Yorker magazines from 1925 now on portable hard drive

2009-07-21T07:59:00.001-07:00

Complete New Yorker magazines from 1925 now on portable hard drive

While I was just commenting about platter-based external hard drive is vulnerable to drop, the New Yorker has taken a totally new approach by storing the collection of its magazines starting from 1925 onto a USB portable hard drive.

I believe that they’re storing those soft copies of the magazines onto a platter-based hard drive which has much lower cost. But, indeed, it’s great for some people who might wanna reference some back issue one day. The over 4,000 issues of the New Yorker magazines are to be stored on a 80GB external hard drive.

The complete New Yorker portable hard drive is now on sale for $179. Once you’ve got it, you could then hook it up to your computer’s USB port to let you have access and read through every article, short story, sometimes controversial cartoon, and every advertisement that was printed in the magazine since 1925. And the best is if you order now, you’ll also get a DVD with updated content in December.

Of course, this is simply a new approach and follows the latest trend. And some more portable hard drive gets cheaper these days and the size is super easy to handle. But do handle the New Yorker portable hard drive with care without dropping it for many times. But I believe the future versions will come in SSD-based hard drives when their prices get little cheaper.

Intel wireless power for charging gadgets

2009-07-21T07:58:00.002-07:00

Intel wireless power for charging gadgets

Intel demonstrates wireless transmission of electricity
Last year, we’d learned that some researchers in the US were working hard to establish a way to transmit electricity wirelessly. And it seems like they have little solid achievement here.

Intel has demonstrated their new wireless power technology at this years IDF, which sounds pretty promising that electricity will soon be able to be transmitted in the air to your gadgets. The demo consists of two metal arrays that connect to a power amplifier. These arrays resonate to establish a link of energy between them.

The wireless electricity transmission isn’t new here, but Intel is the one, who can achieve the best efficiency, which they’re now able to deliver a 75% of efficiency while transferring 60 watts of power over a distance of two feet.

The wireless electricity is still not ready yet to be used to charge your gadgets. But it shouldn’t be too far from reality as Intel’s been pretty aggressive into making it to work. It could be not far in the future, wireless power transmission to your gadgets to juice them up is all made possible.

Ohm Targets Cyclists

2009-07-21T07:58:00.001-07:00

Ohm Targets Cyclists

The Ohm device targets cyclists, relying on magnets and a dynamo to store up power which can be used to juice up your portable electronics including cell phones and MP3 players. Ohm magnets are hooked up to bicycle wheel spokes, where the N42 neodymium magnets offer an optimal balance of durability and magnet strength. As the user cycles, the wheel spokes will turn and start inducing current in the Ohm which is subsequently stored in an internal 1200 mAh lithium ion battery. Once you've arrived at your destination, the Ohm can be removed and used to juice up your exhausted gadget. It takes around an hour of cycling to fully charge a cell phone.

USB 3.0 is almost ready

2009-07-21T07:57:00.000-07:00

USB 3.0 is almost ready, learn more about its super fast speed 4.8Gbps

The USB 3.0 or USB V3 is almost ready. And we’ve told you couple of months ago how fast the data transfer speed that the USB 3.0 compliant hardware could deliver.

If you’re still uncertain how fast the speed is, lets have a review. The USB 3.0 can deliver a speed of 4.8MbpsGbps (Mega Giga bits per second), which is equivalent to 600MB/s (Mega bytes per second.). Meaning that it needs only one second for transferring data of size about 600 Megabytes, the size of almost a full standard CD.

At the moment, the technology still faces little problems for being able to achieve the top speed of 4.8Gbps. This could be due to some hardware components that lack of the abilities. But they have been tested successfully at Intel’s IDF 2008, showing it able to reach a speed of 2.8 Gbps with no issue, which is equivalent to 350 Megabytes per second.

Although it’s still short of 2Mbps 2Gbps to reach the top speed of 4.8Mbps 4.8Gbps, but the 2.8Mbps 2.8Gbps is much much faster than the USB 2.0, which can deliver a speed of 480Mbps only. It’s only a matter of time for the USB 3.0 to reach the top speed of 4.8Gbps.

Audiovox Acoustic Research ARNC01

2009-07-21T07:56:00.003-07:00

Audiovox Acoustic Research ARNC01

Audiovox introduced the Acoustic Research ARNC01 earbuds that tout to offer active processing which helps reduce ambient noise, allowing you to enjoy your music even more fully even when traveling on an airplane full of crying babes and talkative elderlies. The circuits of the ARNC01 are stowed away safely in an in-line module complete with an On/Off button as well as a compartment for a solitary AAAA battery (now that's something really rare, like finding a strand of hair on Kojak's head) that is able to run for up to 50 hours before exhausting itself.

Apples Next Product in the future

2009-07-21T07:56:00.001-07:00

Apples Next Product in the future

Brando 6x telescope for iPhone 3G

2009-07-21T07:55:00.002-07:00

Brando 6x telescope for iPhone 3G

Remember the 6x telescope from Brando, which has various models to suit many types of cellphones in the market ? From Nokia, Sony Ericsson and even up to the first gen of iPhone.

And now this 6x telescope has got the latest version which is specially made for the new iPhone 3G! If you aren’t satisfied with the lens power of the camera of your iPhone 3G, you can just attach this 6x telescope to your new iPhone, which gives you up to 6x zoom. Distant objects can be easily captured by your iPhone 3G with this 6x telescope on.

Installation is simple, just install the crystal case enclosed with the telescope. And then start adjusting the focus with your nked eyes. Now you can start taking pictures of celebrities from afar using your iPhone 3G. It just costs you $19, same price tag with other models, and you can it from Brando!

Crystal USB 2.0 desktop speakers

2009-07-21T07:55:00.001-07:00

Crystal USB 2.0 desktop speakers

Front View

Back View

Whenever I’ve come across with crystal-made stuff, I’ll always relate it with Feng Shui, which claims crystal will bring in auspicious energy to your living space.

No matter whatever the reason is the pair of Crystal USB desktop speakers here definitely look good on your work desk. And it’ll add little sparklingly clean atmosphere to your surrounding to balance up your messy work desk.

The Crystal USB desktop speakers take power from your computer’s USB 2.0 port. Each channel of these speakers is rated at 1 Watt per channel. And they’re specially designed to direct sound waves towards an adjacent chamber, which deliver best treble and bass for your ears. The pair carries a price tag of $39.99, which can be purchased from ThinkGeek. It’d be a nice pair to add sparklingly clean atmosphere to your messy room or work desk, that might boost little of your working energy.

Pet sensing doorbell lets you know when your pet needs to be out

2009-07-21T07:54:00.000-07:00

Pet sensing doorbell lets you know when your pet needs to be out

It’s very unhealthy to the pet, lets say a dog, if you always keep it inside the house. But if you’re an overly busy geeks, you wouldn’t have much time to bring the dog out for a stroll.

You’d think of having a gadget that can detect when your pet wanna go out is a good idea. Here comes a pet sensing doorbell which is just nice to do what is mentioned. The unit is supposed to be mounted on the wall just near the door. And a smart tag is to be attached to the collar of your pet.

When your little pet is approaching the door where the sensing doorbell is affixed at, it’ll presume that your pet wanna go out and alert you that your pet now wishes to go outside of the house. So you can then open the door to let it out. When your pet does finish its trip and comes back waiting in front of the door, the sensing doorbell will make sound to alert you that it’s back, so you can then open the door to let it in.

The sensing doorbell rings a tone for about 7 seconds and repeats it every 5-10 seconds until you open the door and let them out. You can also adjust the volume with 4 different settings which can go as loud as 101 decibels. The pet sensing doorbell costs $80 as the starter kit which has one smart tag. You can it use it up to 5 different pets at once, which you just need to get additional tags which each costs $29.95.

Draganflyer X6 - a RC mini helicopter carries a spy camera

2009-07-21T07:53:00.002-07:00

Draganflyer X6 - a RC mini helicopter carries a spy camera

Draganflyer X6 is another flying spy camera. It’s a RC mini helicopter that is specially made to carry wireless video cameras and still cameras, to fly around to capture those “interesting” images for you.

It comes with a handheld remote control and a pair of glasses. Putting on the glasses lets you see the same thing as the real helicopter in the air, while you’re standing on the ground, controlling it using the handheld controller.

The Draganflyer X6 helicopter is made of carbon fiber structure, which has two carbon rotors on both end, plus the intelligent construction allow it to fly swiftly in all directions. It’s best to be used indoors which the full-size aircrafts or helicopters are unable to reach. It can be used outdoor too which it flies at a speed of up to 30km/h while opposing the wind.

This mini helicopter has 11 sensors and loaded with an intelligent software that enables it to selfs-stabilize during flight, which is much easier to control than any other RC helicopters. It’s recommended to be used for safety, reconnaissance, scrutiny, damage assessment, investigation, real estate endorsement, or marketing. It’s virtually usable for anything, especially carrying out some spying nasty tasks.

Casio digital photo printer PCP-1200

2009-07-21T07:53:00.001-07:00

Casio digital photo printer PCP-1200 comes with a touchscreen and a keyboard

Digital photo printers are getting more sophisticated these days. Just take a look at the latest Casio’s digital photo printer, the PCP-1200, it comes with a 7-inch touchscreen and a keyboard which allows more convenient operations on this printer.

The PCP-1200 printer is great for printing text on post card size prints. The printer allows you to print photos from your digital camera, mobile phones and money memory card.The printer is compatible with a wide range of memory cards found in the market.

In the list, it accepts memory cards including CF, Memory Stick / PRO / Duo / PRO Duo, xD-Picture Card, SDHC / SD Memory Card, MMC. Other than this, it’s got an optional adapter which allows you to miniSDHC / SD Memory Card, microSDHC / SD Memory Cards to transfer your photos to it for printing.

The printer also comes with more 60 built-in stamps in various shapes such as heart, star, which you can make use of for making some nice greeting cards or birthday cards. You can also make use of this printer to do some face design, adding some decorations or flowery stuff to the photos, to make up some photos with some funny backgrounds. You can select from 294 different stamps and 200 illustrations for the face design.

The PCP-1200 printer measures 251 × 130 × 151mm, and weighs 2.3 kg, which sounds overweight and not so portable for bringing it around. It’ll be made available in Japan for about $500.

LumiTop Bras make your Girl Friend’s boobs like a luminous butterfly

2009-07-21T07:52:00.001-07:00

LumiTop Bras make your Girl Friend’s boobs like a luminous butterfly

Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 Digital Camera

2009-07-21T07:51:00.002-07:00

Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 Digital Camera

It can get pretty tricky trying to classify the Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 - it falls somewhere in the middle of an SLR and a point-and-shoot. This is the first Micro Four Thirds camera from Panasonic, and for the uninitiated, Four Third cameras enable manufacturers to develop interoperable exchangeable lenses. The DMC-G1 is touted to be the smallest and lightest of such cameras, but do expect this record to be broken not too long after. Shipping this November with a Lumix G Vario 14-45mm/F3.5- 5.6 ASPH/MEGA O.I.S lens, other features on the DMC-G1 include a 12.1 megapixel sensor, a 3" LCD display and face detection among others.

Olympus FE-350 Wide

2009-07-21T07:51:00.001-07:00

Olympus FE-350 Wide

The Olympus FE-350 couples an eight megapixel CCD with a 4x optical zoom lens featuring an effective focal length of 28 - 112mm. Along with the wide-angle lens, the FE350 sports a large 3.0-inch LCD display with 234,044 pixels, perfect for sharing your group shot with, well, the entire group. The FE-350 has a rather low maximum ISO sensitivity of 640, and it's 15 frames-per-second VGA movie mode with sound is a bit on the slow side these days. Power for the FE-350 comes from a proprietary Lithium-ion rechargeable battery. There's also USB 2.0 Full-Speed computer connectivity, and NTSC / PAL video out to let you see your photos on a television.

RC hovering space surfer - space surfing now in your hands

2009-07-21T07:50:00.000-07:00

RC hovering space surfer - space surfing now in your hands

It could be everyone’s dream that you can ride on a hovering surfboard and travel in the air. That’s my dream, definitely, but I don’t know about you.

Of course, a surfboard that could let you hover in the air is still too early to talk about with the current stage of technology development. But a remote controlled version has been made available. Here comes the RC hovering space surfer, which lets you have a feel on how exciting space surfing is. Getting the little “space man” riding on the flying surfboard and its destiny is now in your hands for flying it around in your living or work space. Cool!

The space surfer is capable of both indoor and outdoor flights. The surfboard isn’t equipped with two propellers which produce sufficient thrusts to lift it up an float in the air with up to 66 feet without needing a hand launch.

Using the included remote control you can make the RC space surfer to climb, descend and make turns. The RC space surfer is powered by a rechargeable battery which can be recharged using the included AC adapter. The remote has a 27-feet range and it needs a 9-volt battery. Every 70-min rechare will let you fly in the air for 15 minutes only. It’s surely a great RC toy that brings so much fun.

Robotic helicopters with self-learning systeter than the human RC jockey

2009-07-21T07:45:00.000-07:00

Robotic helicopters with self-learning system, fly better than the human RC jockey

Some computer experts at Stanford University have designed an intelligent system and install them on a troupe of autonomous helicopters, which let them fly better than the RC pilot who trained them.

These robotic helicopters are equipped with intelligent self-learning system which allows them to quickly analyze data feed to them from the ground and from other copters. They send about 20 instructions in every second to the units in flight.

The intelligent computer system allows the helicopters to analyze the real reaction of a human RC pilot, such as on how they respond when going against the wind. This makes the Stanford’s copters able to watch, learn and adjust itself to changes in the air more fluidly. The helicopters used in their experiment are simply those ordinary ones which they bought it from stores that sell RC gadgets. With their computer systems that managed to make a big difference from previously produced autonomous copters which had high tendency to get a crash.

Those folks in the team are Professor Andrew Ng, graduate students Pieter Abbeel, Adam Coates, Timothy Hunter, Morgan Quigley, and expert remote controller Garett Oku.

Olympus FE-370

2009-07-21T07:44:00.003-07:00

Olympus FE-370

The Olympus FE-370 features a compact body that contains the combination of a 1/2.35"-type eight megapixel image sensor and an Olympus-branded 5x optical zoom lens with a rather tight 36mm wide-angle. A 2.7-inch LCD display with 230,000 dot resolution offers the FE-370's only option for framing and reviewing images, as there's no optical viewfinder on this model. A very worthwhile upgrade from its simultaneously-announced sibling the FE-360 is that Olympus' FE-370 includes mechanical image stabilization. Specifically, Olympus has selected the CCD shift type, mounting the image sensor on a moving platter that allows it to be positioned so as to reduce the effects of camera shake. The Olympus FE-370 also includes what the company refers to as "Digital Image Stabilization" - essentially a setting that causes the camera to raise ISO sensitivity (along with shutter speeds and image noise) in an attempt to freeze motion. ISO sensitivity ranges from a low of ISO 64 to a maximum of ISO 1,600 equivalent, with the ability to extend this to ISO 3,200 at a reduced three megapixel resolution.

Olympus' FE-370 employs a contrast-detection autofocus system operating off data streaming from the camera's image sensor, and the FE-370 also includes face detection capability, able to detect up to sixteen faces in a scene simultaneously. Olympus' Face Detection function is linked to both the autoexposure and autofocus systems, ensuring that your subjects' faces are taken into account when determining both these variables. It also allows for tracking of a subject's face as it moves around the frame,once detected. A "Smile Shot" function can automatically capture three photos when the camera detects that your subject is smiling.

A "Perfect Shot Preview" mode allows users to see what the effects of certain camera adjustments - for example, exposure compensation, white balance, or metering mode - will be before actually taking a photo. A wide range of some 18 shooting modes are offered in the Olympus FE-370 including a Program Auto mode, allowing users some degree of control over their images without needing to understand the subtleties of shutter speeds and apertures. There's also an Intelligent Auto mode which can identify the type of scene being photographed, and then automatically set the camera up for either Portrait, Landscape, Night Portrait, Macro, or Sports shooting. In-camera image editing is possible, with the Olympus FE-370 able to resize and crop images, as well as correct for red-eye and exposure problems, and even to alter the expression on a subject's face using one of four preset "Expression Edit" functions. Another ease-of-use feature is an "In-Camera Help Guide" system that provides detailed descriptions of the effects that can be achieved with the Olympus FE-370's various set-up options and modes.

For viewing images on a television, the Olympus FE370 has audio / video output connectivity, while images can be transferred to a PC over a USB 2.0 High-Speed connection. A rechargeable LI-60B Lithium Ion battery with charger is included with the FE370, and should yield 200 shots on a charge. Also included is Olympus' Master 2 software for viewing and modifying photos. Images are stored in 48MB of internal memory, as well as on xD-Picture Card memory cards. Interestingly, Olympus has also chosen to include an MASD-1 microSD to xD-Picture Card adapter in the FE-370 bundle, allowing the use of microSD cards in the camera as well.

The Olympus FE-370 will ship in the USA from August 2008 with pricing of about $200.

Olympus Stylus 840

2009-07-21T07:44:00.001-07:00

Olympus Stylus 840

The Olympus Stylus 840 has an eight megapixel image sensor coupled to an Olympus branded 5x optical zoom. It features a large, 2.7-inch HyperCrystal LCD with 230,000 dot resolution, which is the sole method of framing as the 840 forgoes an optical viewfinder. The Olympus 840 also offers sensor shift image stabilization, xD-Picture Card storage, and roughly 15MB of built-in memory.

Additional Olympus 840 features and details (adapted from the press release):

* Large Zoom in a Small Package
Great images begin with great optics, and the new Stylus line-up offers amazing optics with stunning design flourishes. The new Stylus 840 has a 5x optical zoom (36-180mm equivalent in 35mm photography, f3.3-5.0), which consists of an ultra-compact lens made from precision-crafted glass.
* Blur-Free Photos Two Ways
Dual Image Stabilization combines two technologies – mechanical Sensor-Shift Image Stabilization and Digital Image Stabilization – to provide one powerful anti-blur solution for capturing great images whether the photographer or the subject is moving. Olympus' mechanical Sensor-Shift Image Stabilization keeps images sharp by adjusting the CCD image sensor to compensate for camera movement, which often occurs in low-light conditions when shutter speeds are slower. Digital Image Stabilization freezes the action with high ISO sensitivity and fast shutter speeds that prevent blurry images often caused by a moving subject. By combining the two technologies, users of the Stylus 840, Stylus 1010 and Stylus 1020 are able to take crystal clear images in any shooting situation.
* Large 2.7-Inch HyperCrystal™ LCD
The Stylus 840 and Stylus 1010 cameras are equipped with large, high-resolution 2.7-inch HyperCrystal LCD screens with high contrast and anti-glare technology for clear visibility, even when pictures are composed in bright sunlight. The HyperCrystal LCDs also offer a wide-viewing angle, greater than 140 degrees in every direction, enabling photos to be composed from a range of angles and viewed by several people at once.
* A Rainbow of Colors in All Designs
Feeling blue today? How about pretty in pink? Glossy black goes with everything, surely. The new Stylus line-up offers colors for every mood (and outfit!). The Stylus 840 will be available in silver, black, blue and pink, and features illuminated button icons for ease of use and savvy style.
* Face Detection
Face Detection tracks faces within the frame and automatically focuses (Face Detection AF) and optimizes exposure (Face Detection AE) for sharp, brilliant portrait pictures. Even if your subject is moving, the camera continuously tracks your subject's face without having to press the shutter button.
* 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 Stylus cameras address 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 new Stylus cameras feature Perfect Shot Preview that enables users to preview and select various photographic effects on a live, multi-window screen before snapping the shot. This feature 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, such as zoom, exposure compensation, white balance and metering.
* Perfect Fix In-Camera Editing
The Stylus cameras offer Red-Eye Fix and Shadow Adjustment Edit, in-camera editing features such as resizing, frames, text options, and saturation adjustments, enabling users to edit photos right in the camera.
* In-Camera Panorama
In-Camera Panorama mode captures three images and stitches them together to create one amazing panoramic picture. Simply press the shutter button and slowly pan across a panoramic scene. The second and third images will be captured automatically and stitched together with the first image – resulting in one seamless panorama-size picture. To create the ultimate panoramic picture, consumers can use the Olympus Master Software 2 to stitch up to 10 images together.
* TruePic™ III Image Processor
The Stylus cameras feature Olympus’ exclusive TruePic III image processor developed for the demanding performance of digital SLR (single lens reflex) cameras. 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 crisp, clear images at high ISO settings, which are traditionally associated with increasing image noise or producing grainy photos.
* Memory
All Olympus digital point-and-shoot cameras accept xD-Picture Card media. The Stylus 840, Stylus 1010 and Stylus 1020 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. Additionally, 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 Premium Cases
Olympus offers premium cases in a variety of new designs, including cream plaid, gray plaid and a brown leather, which offers a masculine wallet-like look. Premium cases are also available in black, pink and red leather. A new olive neoprene case is perfect for active or outdoor situations. The sporty neoprene case is also available in black.

Olympus Stylus 1010

2009-07-21T07:43:00.003-07:00

Olympus Stylus 1010

Olympus 1010 Intro

The Olympus 1010 sits at the higher end of the Stylus line, intended as an all-around "family" camera, good for taking along on outings. Its splash-resistance makes it more able to stand up to rain and occasional mishaps involving water, and its sleek lines and compact profile make it ideal for slipping into a pocket or purse at a moment's notice. Like others in the line, the Olympus 1010 would make a great bring-along camera for everyday photography.
Olympus 1010 Features

The Olympus Stylus 1010 has a ten megapixel image sensor coupled to an Olympus branded 7x optical zoom. It features a large, 2.7-inch HyperCrystal LCD with 230,000 dot resolution, which is the sole method of framing as the 1010 forgoes an optical viewfinder. The Olympus 1010 also offers sensor shift image stabilization, xD-Picture Card storage, and roughly 15MB of built-in memory.

Additional Olympus 1010 features and details (adapted from the press release):

* Large Zoom in a Small Package
Great images begin with great optics, and the new Stylus line-up offers amazing optics with stunning design flourishes. The Stylus 1010 and Stylus 1020 feature new lens technology that enables the 7x optical zoom lens (37mm-260mm equivalent in 35mm photography, f3.3-5.3) to magnify the subject by seven times, and then tuck away into a compact body just one inch thick.
* Blur-Free Photos Two Ways
Dual Image Stabilization combines two technologies – mechanical Sensor-Shift Image Stabilization and Digital Image Stabilization – to provide one powerful anti-blur solution for capturing great images whether the photographer or the subject is moving. Olympus' mechanical Sensor-Shift Image Stabilization keeps images sharp by adjusting the CCD image sensor to compensate for camera movement, which often occurs in low-light conditions when shutter speeds are slower. Digital Image Stabilization freezes the action with high ISO sensitivity and fast shutter speeds that prevent blurry images often caused by a moving subject. By combining the two technologies, users of the Stylus 840, Stylus 1010 and Stylus 1020 are able to take crystal clear images in any shooting situation.
* Large 2.7-Inch HyperCrystal™ LCD
The Stylus 840 and Stylus 1010 cameras are equipped with large, high-resolution 2.7-inch HyperCrystal LCD screens with high contrast and anti-glare technology for clear visibility, even when pictures are composed in bright sunlight. The HyperCrystal LCDs also offer a wide-viewing angle, greater than 140 degrees in every direction, enabling photos to be composed from a range of angles and viewed by several people at once.
* A Rainbow of Colors in All Designs
Feeling blue today? How about pretty in pink? Glossy black goes with everything, surely. The new Stylus line-up offers colors for every mood (and outfit!). The Stylus 1010 will be available in silver, black, blue and purple; and the Stylus 1020 will come in blue, pink, black and silver. The exterior of the Stylus 1020 has a premium glossy finish that gives it an ultra-modern look and feel. All three new Stylus cameras feature illuminated button icons for ease of use and savvy style.
* Face Detection
Face Detection tracks faces within the frame and automatically focuses (Face Detection AF) and optimizes exposure (Face Detection AE) for sharp, brilliant portrait pictures. Even if your subject is moving, the camera continuously tracks your subject's face without having to press the shutter button.
* 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 Stylus cameras address 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 new Stylus cameras feature Perfect Shot Preview that enables users to preview and select various photographic effects on a live, multi-window screen before snapping the shot. This feature 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, such as zoom, exposure compensation, white balance and metering.
* Perfect Fix In-Camera Editing
The Stylus cameras offer Red-Eye Fix and Shadow Adjustment Edit, in-camera editing features such as resizing, frames, text options, and saturation adjustments, enabling users to edit photos right in the camera.
* In-Camera Panorama
In-Camera Panorama mode captures three images and stitches them together to create one amazing panoramic picture. Simply press the shutter button and slowly pan across a panoramic scene. The second and third images will be captured automatically and stitched together with the first image – resulting in one seamless panorama-size picture. To create the ultimate panoramic picture, consumers can use the Olympus Master Software 2 to stitch up to 10 images together.
* TruePic™ III Image Processor
The Stylus cameras feature Olympus’ exclusive TruePic III image processor developed for the demanding performance of digital SLR (single lens reflex) cameras. 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 crisp, clear images at high ISO settings, which are traditionally associated with increasing image noise or producing grainy photos.
* Memory
All Olympus digital point-and-shoot cameras accept xD-Picture Card media. The Stylus 840, Stylus 1010 and Stylus 1020 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. Additionally, 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.
* Underwater Photography
Capturing brilliant images underwater is a snap with Stylus cameras when paired with their respective underwater housing. The new PT-042 housing fits the Stylus 1010 and Stylus 1020, enabling users to take images down to the recreational scuba depth of 130 feet (40 meters). Underwater scene modes offered in the two cameras help users to capture brilliant images of their underwater adventures.
* Olympus Premium Cases
Olympus also offers premium cases in a variety of new designs, including cream plaid, gray plaid and a brown leather, which offers a masculine wallet-like look. Premium cases are also available in black, pink and red leather. A new olive neoprene case is perfect for active or outdoor situations. The sporty neoprene case is also available in black.
* New Powerful Battery
The Stylus 1010 and Stylus 1020 include the new LI-50B Li-Ion battery, which charges 2.5 times faster (two hours instead of five) than its predecessor. The new 925-mAh battery boasts a 25 percent increase in power.

Olympus Stylus 1030 SW

2009-07-21T07:43:00.001-07:00

Olympus Stylus 1030 SW

Olympus 1030SW Basic Features

* 10.1-megapixel CCD
* 3.6x optical zoom lens (equivalent to a 28-102mm lens on a 35mm camera)
* 5x digital zoom.
* 2.7-inch color LCD monitor
* Program Automatic Exposure
* Full Auto exposure mode
* Built-in flash with red-eye reduction
* xD-Picture Card and microSD (with adapter) compatibility
* Auto-Connect USB
* Rechargeable lithium-ion battery and charger included
* Software for Mac and PC

Olympus 1030SW Special Features

* Waterproof to 33 feet
* Shockproof
* Freeze proof
* Crushproof
* Manometer to measure depth and altitude
* Shadow Adjustment
* LED Illuminator for Super Macro mode (and can be turned on manually)
* ISO from 80-1600
* Face Detection
* Digital Image Stabilization
* Pre-Capture Movie option
* On board Guide and help
* Perfect Picture Preview
* Multiple White Balance settings
* Multiple Metering modes
* Slideshow
* Panorama
* Perfect Fix in playback
* DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)
* Movie recording with sound
* Underwater housing and flash available

In the Box

The retail package contains the following items:

* Olympus Stylus 1030SW camera
* Wrist strap
* Rechargeable lithium-ion battery and charger
* USB cable
* AV cable
* Printed manual
* Software CD Olympus Master 2 software

All set to unveil new technologies Chip-makers

2009-07-21T07:42:00.000-07:00

Rumours are rife that major chip-makers like Intel and AMD will unveil details of their soon to-be-launched processor technologies in the upcoming IEEE International Electron Devices Meeting beginning on 15 December, 2008 in San Francisco. As per reports, Intel will give a preview of its 32nm processors that are currently codenamed Westmere, while AMD will team up with IBM to bring in the 22nm process to design the SRAM (static random access memory) cell that is being called the 'smallest functional SRAM cell ever made'. Clearly, chip innovation will be very much on the agenda at this event.

Olympus Stylus 1040

2009-07-21T07:41:00.001-07:00

Olympus Stylus 1040

The Olympus Stylus 1040 features an ultraslim body that the company says makes it "the thinnest Stylus camera of all time", at just 20.3 millimeters thick. This svelte frame houses the combination of a 1/2.3"-type ten megapixel image sensor and an Olympus-branded 3x optical zoom lens with a rather tight 38mm wide-angle. A 2.7-inch LCD display with 230,000 dot resolution and 140 degree viewing angle offers the Stylus 1040's only option for framing and reviewing images, as there's no optical viewfinder on this model. In the interests of keeping size down, the Olympus 1040 includes no form of mechanical image stabilization - only what the company calls "Digital Image Stabilization", which simply increases the ISO sensitivity (and along with it, both the shutter speed and image noise levels) to try and freeze motion. ISO sensitivity ranges from a low of ISO 50 to a maximum of ISO 1,600 equivalent, with the ability to extend this to ISO 3,200 at a reduced three megapixel resolution.

Olympus' Stylus 1040 employs a contrast-detection autofocus system operating off data streaming from the camera's image sensor, and the Stylus 1040 also includes face detection capability, able to detect up to sixteen faces in a scene simultaneously. Olympus' Face Detection function is linked to both the autoexposure and autofocus systems, ensuring that your subjects' faces are taken into account when determining both these variables. It also allows for tracking of a subject's face as it moves around the frame,once detected. A "Smile Shot" function can automatically capture three photos when the camera detects that your subject is smiling.

A "Perfect Shot Preview" mode allows users to see what the effects of certain camera adjustments - for example, exposure compensation, white balance, or metering mode - will be before actually taking a photo. Eight scene modes are offered in the Olympus 1040, plus a Program Auto mode, allowing users some degree of control over their images without needing to understand the subtleties of shutter speeds and apertures. There's also an Intelligent Auto mode which can identify the type of scene being photographed, and then automatically set the camera up for either Portrait, Landscape, Night Portrait, Macro, or Sports shooting. In-camera image editing is possible, with the Olympus 1040 able to resize images, as well as correct for red-eye and exposure problems, or convert the images to black and white or sepia toning. An in-camera panorama mode is started with a press of the shutter button followed by panning the camera slowly across the scene. The Stylus 1040 then cleverly captures two more photos by itself at the correct moment, and combines the three images together in-camera to offer a single stitched scene automatically. For creation of larger panoramas up to ten images, the included software can be used on a computer.

For viewing images on a television, the Olympus Stylus 1040 has NTSC / PAL video output connectivity, while images can be transferred to a PC over a USB 2.0 High-Speed connection. A rechargeable LI-42B Lithium Ion battery with charger is included with the Stylus 1040, along with Olympus' Master 2 software for viewing and modifying photos. Images are stored in 48MB of internal memory, as well as on xD-Picture Card memory cards. Interestingly, Olympus has also chosen to include an MASD-1 microSD to xD-Picture Card adapter in the Stylus 1040 bundle, allowing the use of microSD cards in the camera as well.

The Olympus Stylus 1040 will ship in the USA from October 2008 with pricing of about $200.

LG Invision on AT&T, offers mobile TV

2009-07-21T07:40:00.002-07:00

LG Invision on AT&T, offers mobile TV

It’s been known for some times that AT&T has started offering mobile TV for the United States. And they’ve just announced a new LG handset, the LG Invision, which is to offer mobile TV on the AT&T network.

The LG Invision is the smallest mobile TV capable handset found in the America. The Invision cellphone measures 4 inches tall by 2 inches wide, and has a thickness of less than 1/2 inch. The cellphone offers a clear screen which is best for viewing TV programming. Including those favorite channels of the America, such as CBS Mobile, ESPN Mobile TV, FOX Mobile and NBC2GO.

Some other goodies found on the LG Invision include a 1.3-megapixel camera and Video Share calling capability. To offer mobile TV, the cellphone must be capable of 3G for speedy streaming. The cellphone is made to run on the AT&T’s 3G network, and it comes preloaded with with AT&T Mobile Music, Napster To Go, and XM Radio Mobile. The Bluetooth connectivity on this handset allows wireless transferring of music and making hands free calls. The phone is available for $150, but you’re bound to a 2-year contract. You’ll also get a mail-in $50 rebate when signing up for a qualifying contract.

If your life is full of boredom, the LG Invision cellphone is a great companion which blasts a wide range of TV channels to keep you entertained.

Wireless USB Keypad And Trackball

2009-07-21T07:40:00.001-07:00

Wireless USB Keypad And Trackball

This wireless keypad features 19 standard keys, 13 hot keys and a high precision 1000DPI trackball. The wireless transfer is done using a 2.4 GHz radio frequency.

Features:

* 19 keys slim link off keyboard
* Built-in trackball for optical mouse
* Resolution: 1000
* Powerful office function with 19 keys and 13 hotkeys
* Operating distance: 10 meters
* Operating frequency: 2.4GHz Radio frequency
* Operating current: 35mA max. (Keybaord)
* Operating current: 15mA max. (Receiver)
* FN: Num lock change function
* Support Windows 2000/XP/Vista
* Dimension: 114 x 134 x 25mm (approx.)
* Weight: 143g

Wireless USB Keypad with Trackball

Hot Keys:

* Mouse Left Key, Mouse Right Key
* Num Lock
* Window Magnifier
* www, Email, Media, Power Point, Word, Excel
* Play/Pause, Prev Track, Vol +, Stop, Next Track, Vol

USB media solution that boasts the ability to read the

2009-07-21T07:39:00.002-07:00

HP has released its USB Floppy Drive Key that offers a 2-in-1 USB media solution that boasts the ability to read the USB flash drive as a standard storage device or a floppy device. All you need to do is connect the USB flash drive to a computer, copy files required onto the USB floppy section and transfer the flash drive over to the selected computer and boot up. Kiss goodbye to dedicated USB floppy disk drives since floppies are all but extinct for many years already. You can pick up the 256MB and 1GB models for $49 and $79, respectively. Wonder what happened to the 512MB model? Strange to see HP leave that out.

Olympus Stylus 1050 SW

2009-07-21T07:39:00.001-07:00

Olympus Stylus 1050 SW

The Olympus Stylus 1050 SW features a shockproof, waterproof and freezeproof body designed to take whatever the elements can throw at it - or perhaps, whatever you might accidentally throw it at! Able to survive a drop from five feet, to capture photos at up to ten feet underwater, and even to be used in temperatures as low as 14 degrees Fahrenheit / -10 degrees Celsius, the photographer is likely to surrender long before the camera does. Inside this impressive exterior are the combination of a 1/2.33"-type ten megapixel image sensor and an Olympus-branded 3x optical zoom lens with a rather tight 38mm wide-angle. A 2.7-inch LCD display with 230,000 dot resolution offers the Stylus 1040's only option for framing and reviewing images, as there's no optical viewfinder on this model. Sadly, the Olympus 1050 SW includes no form of mechanical image stabilization - only what the company calls "Digital Image Stabilization", which simply increases the ISO sensitivity (and along with it, both the shutter speed and image noise levels) to try and freeze motion. ISO sensitivity ranges from a low of ISO 80 to a maximum of ISO 1,600 equivalent.

Perhaps the Olympus Stylus 1050SW's most unusual feature is what Olympus has dubbed "Tap Control". A 3D accelerometer in the camera's body is used as an input method, allowing different patterns of taps on the camera's body from different directions to control functions on the camera. For example, a double tap on the camera's side can be used to turn on the camera's flash or Shadow Adjustment function. It's an unusual idea, and one that seems to make some sense if you consider that the camera can be used in conditions where taking your hands out of thick gloves might not be the best idea. The Olympus 1050SW employs a contrast-detection autofocus system operating off data streaming from the camera's image sensor, and the Stylus 1050SW also includes face detection capability, able to detect up to sixteen faces in a scene simultaneously. Olympus' Face Detection function is linked to both the autoexposure and autofocus systems, ensuring that your subjects' faces are taken into account when determining both these variables. It also allows for tracking of a subject's face as it moves around the frame,once detected. A "Smile Shot" function can automatically capture three photos when the camera detects that your subject is smiling.

A "Perfect Shot Preview" mode allows users to see what the effects of certain camera adjustments - for example, zoom, exposure compensation, white balance, or metering mode - will be before actually taking a photo. A generous 22 scene modes are offered in the Olympus 1050SW, plus a Program Auto mode, allowing users some degree of control over their images without needing to understand the subtleties of shutter speeds and apertures. In-camera image editing is possible, with the Olympus 1050 able to resize images, as well as correct for red-eye and exposure problems, adjust saturation, and add frames or text to images. An in-camera panorama mode is started with a press of the shutter button followed by panning the camera slowly across the scene. The Stylus 1050 then cleverly captures two more photos by itself at the correct moment, and combines the three images together in-camera to offer a single stitched scene automatically. For creation of larger panoramas up to ten images, the included software can be used on a computer.

For viewing images on a television, the Olympus Stylus 1050 has NTSC / PAL video output connectivity, while images can be transferred to a PC over a USB 2.0 High-Speed connection. A rechargeable LI-42B Lithium Ion battery with charger is included with the Stylus 1050SW, along with Olympus' Master 2 software for viewing and modifying photos. Images are stored in 41.6MB of internal memory, as well as on xD-Picture Card memory cards. Interestingly, Olympus has also chosen to include an MASD-1 microSD to xD-Picture Card adapter in the Stylus 1050SW bundle, allowing the use of microSD cards in the camera as well.

The Olympus Stylus 1050SW will ship in the USA from October 2008 with pricing of about $300.

Olympus Stylus Tough-6000

2009-07-21T07:38:00.003-07:00

Olympus Stylus Tough-6000

The Olympus Stylus Tough-6000 is the latest in Olympus' newly renamed "Tough" series of take-a-licking, keep-on-ticking digital cameras. Featuring a shockproof, waterproof, freezeproof, shakeproof body - we're starting to wonder just how many more things Olympus can find to proof their cameras against - the Olympus 6000 is designed to take whatever the elements can throw at it - or perhaps, whatever you might accidentally throw it at! Able to survive a drop from 5 feet, to capture photos at up to 10 feet underwater, and even to be used in temperatures as low as 14 degrees Fahrenheit / -10 degrees Celsius, the photographer is likely to surrender long before the camera does. Inside this impressive exterior are the combination of a 1/2.33"-type ten megapixel image sensor and an Olympus-branded 3.6x optical zoom lens with a useful 28mm wide-angle. A 2.7-inch LCD display with 230,000 dot resolution offers the Olympus Tough-6000's only option for framing and reviewing images, as there's no optical viewfinder on this model. For the first time, the Olympus Stylus Tough-6000 includes true mechanical image stabilization - an important addition that forms half of the company's "Dual Image Stabilization" system. The other half is what Olympus calls "Digital Image Stabilization", which increases the ISO sensitivity (and along with it, both the shutter speed and image noise levels) to try and freeze motion. ISO sensitivity ranges from a low of ISO 50 to a maximum of ISO 1,600 equivalent.

Perhaps the Olympus Stylus 6000's most unusual feature is what Olympus has dubbed "Tap Control". A 3D accelerometer in the camera's body is used as an input method, allowing different patterns of taps on the camera's body from different directions to control functions on the camera. For example, a double tap on the camera's side can be used to turn on the camera's flash or Shadow Adjustment function. It's an unusual idea, and one that seems to make some sense if you consider that the camera can be used in conditions where taking your hands out of thick gloves might not be the best idea. The Olympus Stylus Tough-6000 employs a contrast-detection autofocus system operating off data streaming from the camera's image sensor, and the Stylus 6000 also includes face detection capability, able to detect up to sixteen faces in a scene simultaneously. Olympus' Face Detection function is linked to both the autoexposure and autofocus systems, ensuring that your subjects' faces are taken into account when determining both these variables. It also allows for tracking of a subject's face as it moves around the frame,once detected.

A "Perfect Shot Preview" mode accessible through the awkwardly-named "Olympus Recommended" button allows users to see what the effects of certain camera adjustments - for example, zoom, exposure compensation, white balance, or metering mode - will be before actually taking a photo. A generous 20 scene modes including several underwater modes are offered in the Olympus 6000, plus a Program Auto mode, allowing users some degree of control over their images without needing to understand the subtleties of shutter speeds and apertures. In-camera image editing is possible, with the Olympus Tough-6000 able to resize images, as well as correct for red-eye and exposure problems, adjust saturation, and even smooth a subject's complexion or call attention to their eyes. An in-camera panorama mode is started with a press of the shutter button followed by panning the camera slowly across the scene. The Stylus Tough-6000 then cleverly captures two more photos by itself at the correct moment, and combines the three images together in-camera to offer a single stitched scene automatically. For creation of larger panoramas up to ten images, the included software can be used on a computer.

For viewing images on a television, the Olympus Stylus Tough-6000 has NTSC / PAL video output connectivity, while images can be transferred to a PC over a USB 2.0 High-Speed connection. A rechargeable LI-50B Lithium Ion battery with charger is included with the Stylus Tough-6000, along with Olympus' Master 2 software for viewing and modifying photos. Images are stored in 42MB of internal memory, as well as on xD-Picture Card memory cards. Interestingly, Olympus has also chosen to include an MASD-1 microSD to xD-Picture Card adapter in the Stylus Tough-6000 bundle, allowing the use of microSD cards in the camera as well.

The Olympus Stylus Tough-6000 will ship in the USA from January 2009 with pricing of about $300

Olympus Stylus Tough-8000

2009-07-21T07:38:00.001-07:00

Olympus Stylus Tough-8000

The Olympus Stylus Tough-8000 is the latest in Olympus' newly renamed "Tough" series of take-a-licking, keep-on-ticking digital cameras. Featuring a shockproof, waterproof, freezeproof, crushproof, shakeproof body - we're starting to wonder just how many more things Olympus can find to proof their cameras against - the Olympus 8000 is designed to take whatever the elements can throw at it - or perhaps, whatever you might accidentally throw it at! Able to survive a drop from 6.6 feet, to capture photos at up to 33 feet underwater, withstand 220 pounds of crushing force, and even to be used in temperatures as low as 14 degrees Fahrenheit / -10 degrees Celsius, the photographer is likely to surrender long before the camera does. Inside this impressive exterior are the combination of a 1/2.3"-type twelve megapixel image sensor and an Olympus-branded 3.6x optical zoom lens with a useful 28mm wide-angle. A 2.7-inch LCD display with 230,000 dot resolution offers the Olympus Tough-8000's only option for framing and reviewing images, as there's no optical viewfinder on this model. For the first time, the Olympus Stylus Tough-8000 includes true mechanical image stabilization - an important addition that forms half of the company's "Dual Image Stabilization" system. The other half is what Olympus calls "Digital Image Stabilization", which increases the ISO sensitivity (and along with it, both the shutter speed and image noise levels) to try and freeze motion. ISO sensitivity ranges from a low of ISO 64 to a maximum of ISO 1,600 equivalent.

Perhaps the Olympus Stylus 8000's most unusual feature is what Olympus has dubbed "Tap Control". A 3D accelerometer in the camera's body is used as an input method, allowing different patterns of taps on the camera's body from different directions to control functions on the camera. For example, a double tap on the camera's side can be used to turn on the camera's flash or Shadow Adjustment function. It's an unusual idea, and one that seems to make some sense if you consider that the camera can be used in conditions where taking your hands out of thick gloves might not be the best idea. The Olympus Stylus Tough-8000 employs a contrast-detection autofocus system operating off data streaming from the camera's image sensor, and the Stylus 8000 also includes face detection capability, able to detect up to sixteen faces in a scene simultaneously. Olympus' Face Detection function is linked to both the autoexposure and autofocus systems, ensuring that your subjects' faces are taken into account when determining both these variables. It also allows for tracking of a subject's face as it moves around the frame,once detected.

A "Perfect Shot Preview" mode accessible through the awkwardly-named "Olympus Recommended" button allows users to see what the effects of certain camera adjustments - for example, zoom, exposure compensation, white balance, or metering mode - will be before actually taking a photo. A generous 19 scene modes including several underwater modes are offered in the Olympus 8000, plus a Program Auto mode, allowing users some degree of control over their images without needing to understand the subtleties of shutter speeds and apertures. In-camera image editing is possible, with the Olympus Tough-8000 able to resize images, as well as correct for red-eye and exposure problems, adjust saturation, and even smooth a subject's complexion or call attention to their eyes. An in-camera panorama mode is started with a press of the shutter button followed by panning the camera slowly across the scene. The Stylus Tough-8000 then cleverly captures two more photos by itself at the correct moment, and combines the three images together in-camera to offer a single stitched scene automatically. For creation of larger panoramas up to ten images, the included software can be used on a computer.

For viewing images on a television, the Olympus Stylus Tough-8000 has NTSC / PAL video output connectivity, while images can be transferred to a PC over a USB 2.0 High-Speed connection. A rechargeable LI-50B Lithium Ion battery with charger is included with the Stylus Tough-8000, along with Olympus' Master 2 software for viewing and modifying photos. Images are stored in 45MB of internal memory, as well as on xD-Picture Card memory cards. Interestingly, Olympus has also chosen to include an MASD-1 microSD to xD-Picture Card adapter in the Stylus Tough-8000 bundle, allowing the use of microSD cards in the camera as well.

The Olympus Stylus Tough-8000 will ship in the USA from February 2009 with pricing of about $400.

Toyota Winglet, a personal walking assistant

2009-07-21T07:37:00.000-07:00

Toyota Winglet, a personal walking assistant

A personal transport assistant is the kind of robot or gadget which the user can ride on in the standing position. From what I understand is why you’re standing on it, it’ll then move you around without needing you to move your legs or sweat a single drop. The device is equipped with two wheels and an internal sensor that can monitor the user’s position, and adjusts itself accordingly to suit the stability to balance you up.

The device seems to pose great potential for raising number of obesity in town. Anyway, the Toyota’s Winglet personal transport assistant still needs some refinement before rolling out to the market. Toyota is making three models (Small, Medium and Large) of this walking equipment, which each comes with different handling and also different size to suit different consumer’s need. One of the models can reach a cruising speed of up to 6km/h and is able to travel as far as 10km.

Laptop Lifebook 2010

2009-07-21T07:36:00.000-07:00

Laptop Lifebook 2010

Virtual maid, Alice keeps lonely geeks no more lonely!

2009-07-21T07:35:00.002-07:00

Virtual maid, Alice keeps lonely geeks no more lonely!

The Virtual maid is called Alice, which is a cyber maid to be attached to a Windows XP PC. Together with a few of accessories, such as a webcam, which lets you have ability to manipulate this anime-like virtual character, which dresses itself in the maid clothing.

The Japanese seem to like to tease and have fun with their maids. They always fancy how the maid can dress extremely sexy in front of them. It seems like you could have lots of fun with it, such as getting it to undress? You can view all her actions on your computer screen too. The price of this virtual maid is not yet announced. But it’s expected to be seen in the streets in Japan in the fall. Best used for lonely geeks to keep loneliness away.

Duracell PowerSource Mini

2009-07-21T07:35:00.001-07:00

Duracell PowerSource Mini

Duracell’s latest portable power pack, the PowerSource Mini looks set to be a traveler’s friend. This portable power pack is powered by a lithium-ion battery pack. It’s also designed to charge USB-powered devices that use mini USB, and also features a mini USB pivot arm so that it can connect directly to the device in need of power. A second USB port also allows users to charge two devices at once. The PowerSource Mini comes with an AC adapter and DC charger, each with a USB port. There isn’t any pricing at the moment.

Nikon 13.5-megapixel Coolpix P6000 camera

2009-07-21T07:33:00.000-07:00

Nikon 13.5-megapixel Coolpix P6000 camera

Nikon has got another high-res beast in its line again. It’s the Nikon Coolpix P6000 camera. The Nikon Coolpix P6000 comes with a 13.5 megapixel sensor, which offers full control of Digital SLR shooting despite its compact body.

The other uniqueness of the Nikon Coolpix P6000 is it’s equipped with built-in GPS, which allows you to keep track where and when you’ve taken those photos. Users are allowed to geotag the photos that they’ve taken by making use of the built-in GPS.

The locations of those taken photos will be geotagged with the latitudinal and longitudinal coordinates. And with the help of the Nikon ViewNX Software, my Picturetown and the Nikon photo sharing websites, you can easily pinpoint those photos to the locations where they’ve been taken onto to a map.

The P6000 is also one of the Coolpix series of Nikon, which offers easy shooting controls and exposure mode settings, as it presents the users with intuitive commands by the use of dedicated command and mode dials. You get a couple of modes of shooting which lets you make full use of the D-SLR functions by your creativity, which you have options including Programmed Auto [P], Shutter-priority Auto [S], Aperture-priority Auto [A] and Manual [M] modes.

Buttons, settings and menus are customizable by users, which allow users to customize their own sets for quickly switching between different camera modes or settings.

The P6000 also got some optional accessories to assist you for better shooting, such as a pop-up flash, optical viewfinder for easy composition and the added bonus of system expansion with an optional converter, Speedlights, and wireless remote control. The new 0.76x Wide-angle Convertor WC-E76 offers users the option to utilize focal lengths as wide as 21mm. And also the Nokon’s Creative Lighting System with the built-in accessory shoe that supports Nikon’s i-TTL flash control, enables wireless control over one group of remote Speedlights including the newly announced SB-900 Speedlight.

The Nikon Coolpix P6000 is expected to hit the store in September, and will carry a price tag of $500.

Optimism software helps you fight depression

2009-07-21T07:32:00.000-07:00

Optimism software helps you fight depression

Depression is no joke. It’s the best that you can identify it and tackle it at the earliest stage. Or else it’ll most probably develop into more serious illness.

If you have a geeky one in your life, who might be suffering from depression, you could get the Optimism software to help him or her out to fight the depression with all sort of beautiful and graphical charts.

The Optimism software works both for the PC and the Mac environments. It helps the user to plot various graphical charts for pinpointing the causes for your bouts of depression, so you can then reduce or eventually eliminate those causes. It’s simply a health and mood diary that helps you identify those culprits of your depression in your daily life. And through it, you can learn what the symptoms are, and take early prevention before it hits you.

Your depressive episodes will be pretty precisely predictable by the use of the Optimism software. And using the software over a period of time, with the helps of those reports and charts, you’ll be able to find all sort of preventions and eliminate all the causes. The software costs you as little as $20, and some more it ain’t hurt for a try. If you can’t stand the wide mood swings of your newly married bride, then you’ll need this software today to start fighting for a better future for the two of you.

SensoGlove gears golfers towards better golfing skills

2009-07-21T07:31:00.004-07:00

SensoGlove gears golfers towards better golfing skills

If you’ve been playing golf, but your golfing skills are still not up to par yet, you might wanna consider having an electronic gadget that can help you work it out for better golfing skill.

The SensoGlove from Senso Solutions of Germany is a special glove that is to be worn by your golfing hand, to provide various digital feedbacks to gear you towards better golfing skills. The SensoGlove is able to tell you how good your grip and your strokes are. And it’ll eventually help you achieve consistent strokes with optimal pressure.

The SensoGlove comes with various sensor pads attached to each finger for monitoring each individual digit. It’ll notify you with audible alarm, when your grip of the club is too tight or incorrect. It’s also got an LCD display, which tells you which finger isn’t correctly placed, while holding the golf club, so you can then make your own adjustment. Of course, the SensoGlove is meant more for a beginner. And you should drop it when your skill has got matured, so you won’t become too dependent on it.

E-Ball PC Concept

2009-07-21T07:31:00.003-07:00

E-Ball PC Concept

Now this is certainly one of the stranger concept PCs I have come across - the E-Ball courtesy of designer Apostol Tnokovski. He not only makes this 6" round PC one of the smallest in the world (by desktop standards anyways), but it also packs quite a punch where specifications are concerned. Never mind on whether the physics of current times will be able to conjure something magical like this - concepts, after all, are meant to stretch your imagination. Does the green color have anything to do with being environmentally friendly as well? Food for thought. Features include a pop-out laser mouse, a pico projector and a laser keyboard.

Vibrating alarm clock goes under your pillow

2009-07-21T07:31:00.001-07:00

Vibrating alarm clock goes under your pillow

Some of you might not like the idea of getting waken up by an alarm clock which produces loud audible alarm in the early morning. Or you’d wanna have something more decent to wake you up.

A vibrating alarm clock could be a great alternative, when you don’t feel like being pushed too harsh to get up from the bed. In order for this alarm clock to be effective, to ensure you won’t be late for work again, it’s best to keep it under your pillow. The vibrating alarm clock comes with no power cord. All it runs on battery power, but it’s rechargeable. So you’ll always have to remember to send it back to its charging station during day time.

The vibrating alarm clock is also equipped with an optional audible mode and also an LED flashlight, which you can set it to work on any of the two modes, in the case that the vibration mode fails to wake you up. There are a set of buttons, which are hidden under a sliding cover, so they won’t get pressed accidentally in the middle of the night.

Well, it sounds like your cellphone could be a good replacement for this vibrating alarm clock, as most cellphones come with an alarm clock function, and you can set it to ring or to vibrate for waking you up. But it isn’t recommended that you place your cellphone too close to you while you’re sleeping, which the concern is the kind of EMF emitted could be harmful to human body, especially while it’s placed under your pillow. So, a vibrating alarm clock is a best choice here, to ensure you not to be late to work.

Sony HDR-CX12 Camcorder

2009-07-21T07:30:00.001-07:00

Sony HDR-CX12 Camcorder
Sony's new camcorder, the HDR-CX12 will hit Japanese retail stores this July 20th, featuring the following :-

* Exmor CMOS sensor
* 8GB memory stick
* Full HD recording at 1,920 x 1,080i resolution in AVCHD (MPEG4 AVC/H.264, 16Mbps) format
* HDV support (1,440 x 1,080i) in 5/7/9Mbps
* HDMI output
* Smile shutter feature
* Face detection

There is no information on pricing, but you can cram in nearly two hours' worth of HD recording onto a 16GB memory card.

Spy gadget : a ball? Yes, it’s CamBall

2009-07-21T07:29:00.000-07:00

Spy gadget : a ball? Yes, it’s CamBall

Spy cams could come in various shapes these days. It’s something that keeps us worried that we have no more privacy. Especially while you’re in a hotel room, just a little ball that is placed on the little desk next to your bed could be a spy gadget, capturing all your most private actions in the bed.

Here comes the CamBall, which is the kind of spy gadget that we’re talking about here. The CamBall is a miniature digital video recorder, which is capable of recording videos in MPEG-4 format in the resolution of 320×240 or 640×480.

It can record pretty long footage, as it can store all the captured video data onto an SD card. The CamBall allows the use of an SD card with up to 8GB storage capacity, which is more than sufficient for capturing couple of hours of video footage of you “in the bed”.

Luckily, the gadget is now available in Korea only. It carries a price tag of $200 only. If you have no problem to understand the Korean language, you can buy one online from the Korean website for your next spying action on someone. The CamBall also comes with accessories, such as an underwater case, which needs to be purchased separately, so you could bring it together with you for your snorkeling or scuba diving sessions. It’s also has a version that has MP3 player built-in, which you can use it blast some tunes, when you don’t feel like spying on others.

Lenovo 2008 Beijing Olympic-themed USB flash drives in four limited collections

2009-07-21T07:28:00.000-07:00

Lenovo 2008 Beijing Olympic-themed USB flash drives in four limited collections

Lenovo has got a couple of USB flash drives specially made for the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Being a Chinese company, they’ve got to produce some Olympic-themed gadgets for helping the country to gain all the money back, which they’d dumped into playing tons of grand fireworks at the opening ceremony yesterday.

These Olympic-themed USB flash drives are made available as the limited edition only. The first one shown above is made using the same material that makes the Olympic torch, which has been talked about for quite some times. The most prominent feature of course is it carries the Olympic logo, and surrounded by the “Chinese cultural-looking” swirly cloud in red. The drive is sold for RMB980 and available in 4GB storage capacity.

The second one is the mascot series, which almost all of them printed with the Olympic mascot, the Fuwa image, at the center, excepts one is printed with logo. It comes in a set of six, which each as a 4GB storage capacity, and the entire set carries a price tag of RMB199.

The 3rd collection comprises of five medallions, but somehow it’s hard to tell where the USB plug is being hidden. But this collection seems to be too popular as it’s all sold out.

The last collection is the extremely limited, as they’ve produced only ten sets of them. It’s a set that consists of five 1GB titanium drives which each has a swiveling USB plug, and packaged in a special mahogany box.

Online tools to save & detect dead pixels on LCD Monitor

2009-07-21T07:27:00.002-07:00

Kill Dead Pixel and Dead Pixels Test - two simple online tools to save and detect dead pixels on LCD monitor!

To fix the dead pixels on your LCD monitor, what you’ll need to do is pop over to KillDeadPixel.com. And an image of a flashing square is presented to you (as shown at left-hand side). What you need to do is to drag the image to those spots that have dead pixels and let it stay for an hour or more. It’s been reported to work many times. No harm to give it a try.

The second tool, Dead Pixels Test is what you could use to detect the dead pixels on LCDs. Just tell your computer shop that you wanna hook up the LCD monitor that you’re gonna purchase and serve the Internet for a try. So, pop over to Dead Pixels Test website to detect those dead pixels on the LCD, before you carry it home.

Wind up remote control needs no battery replacement

2009-07-21T07:27:00.001-07:00

Wind up remote control needs no battery replacement

The biggest frustration is while you’re sitting in front of th TV, switching channels with your remote control, but it stops functioning. As it’s run out of batteries! It’s definitely a great idea that there is a remote control which its batteries will never need to be replaced.

Here comes the remote control which makes use of the wind-up concept and needs no replacement of batteries. The wind-up remote control needs you to wind the dial to recharge its internal battery. A 30 full turns are able to provide a full charge, which can last for a week.
The wind-up remote control is definitely a great gadget for the environment, as it needs no replacement of AA or AAA batteries, which is one of the factors that causes lots of chemical waste for the environment. And of course, it saves your pocket for buying batteries. But the price of the wind-up remote is much higher than any average remote controls. It carries a price tag of $39. Again, in long term, it saves lots of your pocket from spending on batteries. It seems to have wide compatibility with lots of brands in the market, including Samsung, Sony, Phillips, Panasonic etc.

Cow USB

2009-07-21T07:26:00.003-07:00

Cow USB

Fans of small animal inspired speakers, like these previous pig, penguin and sheep models, can now expand their audio gadget collections with this new cow version.

Product Specifications:

* Lovely cow design speaker
* Mini in size and portable
* Can be connected to computer, iPods, MP3 and MP4 players
* Environmental-friendly gadget which embedded a rechargeable Li-ion battery
* Li-ion battery is recharged by USB power
* Battery should be charged at least 2 hours
* Green LED indicator
* On / Off switch
* Volumn control switch
* Size: 85*73*58mm
* Weight: 60g

The USB Little Cow Speaker is available in blue or pink for $14 from gadget4all.com.

USB Flash Drive

2009-07-21T07:26:00.001-07:00

USB Flash Drive

This Christmas tree inspired USB 2.0 flash drive comes with an 8GB storage capacity and the option to protect your files with an AES-256 bit hardware encryption.

Features:

* Durable Solid Rubber Casing with Bold Colors
* Custom Design Options Available with Nominal Tooling Fees
* Hot Plug and Play; Functions Like Another Hard Drive
* Supports Password Protection
* Supports AES-256bit Hardware Encryption (optional)
* No Driver Needed for Most OS (Windows 98SE Driver Available Online)
* LED Indicates Power, Busy
* More Than 10 Years Data Retention
* Capacity: 8 GB
* Interface: USB 2.0
* Dimension: 63.7 x 26.3 x 15 mm

The 8GB Christmas Tree USB Flash Drive is yours for $13.99 from meritline.com.

Now external hard drives

2009-07-21T07:25:00.001-07:00

Seagate has launched the 2008 lineup of its FreeAgent external hard drives. The new line-up includes desktop and mobile options, for both Mac and Windows-based PCs.

FreeAgent Go has a docking option, providing a practical way to move from the desk to the road, while eliminating the hassle of fumbling with cables and locating USB ports. This external hard drive has capacity of up to SOO GB, starting from 2S0, GB. The 500GB FreeAgent and XTreme are 8.9cm desktop drives, providing up to 1.5 TB of storage and USB 2.0 interface. The XTreme comes vyith eSATA, USB 2.0 and FireWire'400 interfaces, The l.5TB Desk and Xtreme drives.

The FreeAgent Go for Mac and FreeAgent Desk for Mac are both formatted for use with Mac OS X out of the box and are Time Machine ready with FireWire800/400 or USB 2.0 con¬nectivity. The Go for Mac (320GB) is available. while the Desk for Mac (l.5TB).

Intel launch the new health care system

2009-07-21T07:24:00.002-07:00

Intel launch the new health care system

There is good news for homebound patients suffering from chronic medical problems. According to a report published in The Wall Street Journal, Intel will soon be introducing a technology to help them. The company is expected to announce a series of trials of specialised hardware and software that it has developed with health-care organisations.

The trials will be conducted to see whether the new tools show improved results in treating diseases such as diabetes, hypertension and heart disorders. Intel and other computer-related companies are keen to explore and exploit opportunities in the health care sector with this initiative.

Graphics Processor GeForce GTX 260 OC

2009-07-21T07:24:00.001-07:00

It is time to take your gaming experience to the next level by adding a graphics accelerator to your Pc. Gigabyte United Inc has launched what it calls the next generation graphics accelerator--the GIGABYTE GV-N260C-896H-B. This is equipped with NVIDIA's GeForce GTX 260 OC graphics processor. The accelerator is said to perform 5 to 10 per cent better than the previous GeForce GTX 260 on the strength of its 216 stream processors and 448- bit, 896 gigabyte GDDR3 (graphics double data rate) memory, and promises to offer a sophisticated level of 3D game rendering.

In addition, it is compliant with CUDA (compute unified device architecture) technology, and hence can unlock the power of the processor core of the GeForce GTX 260 OC to accelerate important system tasks such as video transcoding, with performance enhancement that's up to seven times over the traditional CPUs, the company claims.

The GIGABYTE GV-N260C-896H-B also claims to deliver good image qualiry and floating point accuracy at ultra-fast frame rates on the basis ofNVIDIA's Lumenex Engine Technology. The 16x anti-aliasing technology offers high-qualiry anti-aliasing up to 16x sample rates, which helps to eliminate jagged edges.

Olympus FE-340

2009-07-21T07:23:00.000-07:00

The Olympus FE-340 joins the growing trend of more personable digital camera designs. You can choose between eye-catching colors like pink, navy, or red, or stick with silver or black bodies. Whatever color you choose, the Olympus FE-340 has a super-thin body style that easily fits most pockets and small purses. With a retractable lens that withdraws fully into the camera body, the FE-340's front panel has no major protrusions when the lens is stowed. Weighing in at 4.6 ounces (132 grams) with the battery, and measuring 3.8 x 2.3 x 0.7 inches (97 x 58 x 18 millimeters), the FE-340 is compact and light weight, perfect for travel.

With its 8.0-megapixel CCD, 5x optical zoom lens, and 2.7-inch color LCD display, the Olympus FE-340 offers a lot for its low price. Novice users will appreciate the available in-camera shooting guides for stepping up their knowledge, while more advanced users will like the in-camera editing tools and expanded shooting options. With 15 preset Scene modes, Face Detection, Smile Shot, and Digital Image Stabilization settings, the Olympus FE-340 can handle just about any situation.

Look and feel. Despite its rather thin body, the Olympus FE-340 was fairly comfortable in my medium-sized hand. Shooting one-handed wasn't too awkward, as the Shutter button, Mode dial and Zoom lever were within easy reach.

However, delving into the LCD menu system or making other mode changes (such as accessing EV compensation) were definitely easier with a two-handed grip. The camera's small size leaves no space for a true handgrip, but there is a small, thin raised finger rest on the front panel, and the edge of the slightly raised LCD display area makes a good thumb rest.

Camera controls are minimal, consisting of only a few buttons sprinkled on the rear and top panels. Options like exposure compensation, macro mode, flash mode, and the self-timer can all be accessed via control buttons, while more advanced features like white balance and ISO require the menu system.

A large, bright, 2.7-inch color LCD monitor leaves just enough space on the rear panel for a small cluster of controls. Though its surface is highly reflective (which also means easily smudged), the Olympus FE-340's LCD is fairly bright outdoors. You can boost the LCD brightness via the LCD Brightness / Erase button on the rear panel when needed. The Olympus FE-340 also offers a Gridline display mode, which divides the image into thirds, horizontally and vertically, to help you line up shots, accessed through the Display button.

Lens. The Olympus FE-340 offers a 5x optical zoom lens, equivalent to a 36-180mm zoom on a 35mm camera, a generous zoom range compared to other consumer digital cameras in this class.

In addition to the 5x optical zoom, the Olympus FE-340 offers as much as 4x digital zoom. We like to remind readers that digital zoom often results in lower resolution and detail, because the camera is simply cropping the center of the frame and enlarging it.

Function. The Function menu sets commonly-changed items.

Menu. The Main menu the remaining settings.

Interface. In Program AE mode, half-pressing the Shutter button displays the camera's selected aperture and shutter speed settings in the LCD display. So while you can't directly control the exposure, you can at least see what the camera deems is appropriate, and either adjust the EV compensation or enable the flash.

The Olympus FE-340's menu system is fairly straightforward. A short-cut menu screen appears at the first press of the Menu button, offering quick links to commonly-used features, or you can skip through to the main Camera Menu, which is a fairly standard tabbed interface. There's also a shorter Function menu for more commonly-used settings like white balance and resolution.

With 15 preset Scene modes, Auto and Program AE exposure modes, and a nice selection of exposure tools such as ISO, white balance, EV compensation and metering options, the Olympus FE-340 can handle a variety of shooting conditions. Accessing all of these modes and options is fairly uncomplicated, as the Olympus FE-340's external controls were easy to identify and the LCD menu system logically laid out. The Mode dial on the rear panel controls the main exposure mode, and there are only a few external controls available for parameters like zoom, flash mode, EV compensation, macro mode, and the self-timer setting. All other changes are made either through the main Record menu or through the Function menu, the latter of which is accessed by pressing the OK/Function button in the center of the Multi-controller.

The Olympus FE-340's main menu is laid out similarly to other Olympus digital cameras, with an initial shortcut screen directing you either to the main Camera menu, or to Setup, Silent Mode, Image Quality, Scene, or Reset options. Once in the main Camera menu, selections are displayed in a tabbed interface, and you simply use the up and down arrow keys to scroll. Exposure options such as white balance, ISO, resolution, and quality are available through the Function menu, which overlays the image display area in the LCD monitor. The FE-340 features what Olympus titles Perfect Shot Preview mode, which essentially displays smaller thumbnails of the image composition with varying levels of adjustment applied. For example, when you access the EV compensation adjustment, four smaller thumbnails appear, demonstrating the effect of each step of EV compensation. Thus, you can quickly choose the best image. When setting the white balance (accessed through the main Camera menu), the image display adjusts as you scroll through the available options, giving you an idea of the final outcome.

Solar powered necktie collects solar juice for your gadgets

2009-07-21T07:22:00.004-07:00

Solar powered necktie collects solar juice for your gadgets

Iowa State University has created a handy necktie using newly created solar fabrics. The necktie has lots of solar cells which are arranged in a grid that can absorb sunlights effectively and turn them into juice for your gadgets.

The solar necktie has one handy pouch sewn into the back, so you can simply slot the gadget needs to be charged into the pouch, which allows you to carry it around while getting charged. It’s definitely handy for the office workers who need to wear a necktie at work. But I think it’ll surely add little burden to your neck, as it needs to sustain the extra weight of the gadget in the pouch.

The solar necktie is still an experimental product of the research team, which there is no plan yet for a mass production. If you’ll have no choice that wearing a tie is a must at work, then you could make use of the solar neck tie to keep your gadgets juiced up. But these days, geeks will normally work in an environment that needn’t you to wear a neck tie.

E-520 Overview

2009-07-21T07:22:00.003-07:00

The Olympus E-520 is a solid sub-$700 Four Thirds digital SLR with point-and-shoot appeal. It supplies all the staples of the EVOLT line -- 10 megapixels, Live View, Face Detection -- while integrating a number of features tailored to hands-on shooters. For all intents and purposes, the Olympus E-520 is basically a slightly-larger E-420 with mechanical image stabilization. The additional real estate on the body offers a more formidable grip and comfortable shooting experience, though the added perks come at an extra $100 cost.

The moderately compact, yet highly versatile E-520 carries an exhaustive degree of control and customization potential, and is backed by reliable point-and-shoot defaults.

Here's a list of notable improvements found in the new Olympus E-520:

* New 10-megapixel Live MOS sensor
* Face Detection in Live View
* Contrast-Detect autofocus: Auto Focusing in Live View enabled by partially depressing the shutter release button (as you would on a point-and-shoot camera)
* Shadow Adjustment Technology (opens-up underexposed shadow areas)
* Increased maximum burst speed up to 3.5 frames per second
* Wireless remote flash capability (compatible with Olympus FL-36R or FL-56R flash units)
* Perfect Shot Preview -- Live exposure effects displayed in a thumbnail view on the LCD for easy selection/adjustment prior to capturing the image

* Larger grip with deep finger groove affords a more comfortable, controlled hold on the camera
* Enlarged 2.7-inch HyperCrystal II LCD Display shows twice the contrast of its predecessor for improved visibility in extreme lighting; broader color gamut displays a greater range of color detail; wider view up to 176 degrees off center

E-520 Overview

2009-07-21T07:22:00.001-07:00

Clone Wars MP3 players

2009-07-21T07:21:00.002-07:00

Clone Wars MP3 players with changeable Star Wars-themed face plates

These days, we’d prefer gadgets with changeable face plates. While you’ve got fed up with the plain looking face of the device, you can always make a change, to refresh its look, which you can then continue your love to it.

Clone Wars MP3 player might lack of some cool features found on other MP3 players, but it comes with a few changeable face plates, which you can make a change once you’ve got bored with it. The Clone Wars MP3 has 1GB built-in storage capacity, and it includes three Star Wars-themed faceplates.

The 1Gb storage capacity of this player allows you to store up to 64 hours of music, which is more than sufficient for average users. The Clone Wars MP3 player lets you hook up to your computer’s USB port for transferring music files onto it. It also includes the Music Express computer software, and headphones in its package. The MP3 player works on a single AAA battery, and costs you only $60. If you’re a serious fan of Darth Vader or the Star Wars movie, this shall go immediately into your collection.

Olympus Stylus 1050 SW digital camera

2009-07-21T07:21:00.001-07:00

Olympus Stylus 1050 SW digital camera, waterproof, shockproof and freezeproof

Olympus has rolled a couple of digital cameras recently. One of them is the Olympus Stylus 1050 SW camera, which seems to be a super tolerant beast to harsh environments.

The Olympus Stylus 1050 SW is specially designed to be used under an extremely cold temperature. When the Summer is ending and Winter is just a few months away, it’s time to start eyeing on a camera that allows you to take photos of you with the snowman in those freezing days. The Olympus Stylus 1050 SW is claimed to be able to function well even under the extremely cold temperature of -10 degrees celsius.

Furthermore, it’s designed to let you control it with ease even though you’re wearing thick gloves during the freezing days. It includes Tap control, which allows you to control the camera, by tapping on the top, back or sides of the camera. The frustration in the freezing days is that you’ll have to remove your gloves getting your fingers exposed to the freezing temperature, when it comes to operating a gadget. The Olympus 1050 SW camera uses a 3D accelerometer to detect the directions of your tapping on its body. Such as when you wanna turn on the flash, you’ll just need to tap on the side twice without needing you to remove your gloves for pressing a button.

Similar to the earlier models in its line, it’s also waterproof and shockproof. Somehow when you have your hands wearing thick gloves, the tapping action will get little clumsy too, which likely causes you to drop it into a pool of water or on the ground. When you accidentally drop it into the pool, you’re safe as it’s waterproof. When you drop it on the ground, as long as its’ within the maximum dropping height of 5 feet then you can pick it up and start taking pictures again.

About the goodies of the camera, you’ll find a 1/2.33? 10.1 Mpix CCD sensor, 3X optical zoom, ISO sensitivity of 80 to 1600, TruePic III image processor, 2.7? LCD screen, and freezeproofing as mentioned, face detection, and smile shot function etc. Scheduled to be released in October for about 200 Euro (or $299.99). Besides, Olympus has also readied a cheaper model, Olympus 1040 SW, a super slim camera, which comes with almost all the features of 1050 SW excepts the Tap control and it asks for 135 Euro only.

Olympus FE-310

2009-07-20T23:26:00.000-07:00

Olympus FE-310

The FE-310 aims to keep things simple, with 17 shooting modes that make it easy to get the shot without understanding the subtleties of shutter speeds, apertures and the suchlike. As well as 20.5MB of built-in memory, images can be stored on xD-Picture cards. Power for the FE-310 comes from two AA batteries. There's also USB 2.0 Full-Speed computer connectivity, and NTSC / PAL video out to let you see your photos on a television.

Additional Olympus FE-310 features and details (adapted from the press release):

* Powerful Optics
Great images start with great optics. The new FE-340 and FE-310 have a 5x Optical Zoom made from precision-crafted lenses that put you 60 percent closer to the action than 3x.
* Face Detection
Face Detection, featured in the FE-340, tracks faces within the frame and automatically focuses (Face Detection AF) and optimizes exposure (Face Detection AE) for sharp, brilliant portrait pictures. Even if your subject is moving, the camera continuously tracks your subject's face without having to press the shutter button.
* Digital Image Stabilization Mode and Edit
Digital Image Stabilization (DIS) is featured in the four new FE cameras for capturing crisp, clear pictures. DIS freezes the action with high ISO sensitivity and fast shutter speeds to prevent blurry images often caused by a moving subject. The FE-320 and FE-340 also feature Digital Image Stabilization Edit, which uses a built-in gyro sensor to track camera movement and enables users to fix blurry images right in the camera.
* Pre-Set Shooting Modes Featuring Smile Shot
The FE-320 and the FE-340 feature Smile Shot, which tracks your subject’s face to detect a smile and automatically fires off three consecutive shots so you never miss that perfect smile. This feature is great for parents hoping to capture babies’ hard-to-predict smiles, for example. The four new FE-Series cameras offer numerous pre-set shooting modes, such as Sports, Fireworks and Night Scene with Portrait. The cameras also offer VGA-quality video and sound, which enable users to shoot and share movies on the big screen or on the Web. The FE-310 and FE-350 offer 17 shooting modes, and the FE-320 and FE-340 offer 19 shooting modes.

* Perfect Shot Preview
The new FE cameras offer Perfect Shot Preview mode, which enables users to preview and select various photographic effects on a live, multi-frame window on the LCD before snapping the shot. This feature allows 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 a great way for novice users to learn about the effects of different photography techniques, such as exposure compensation, white balance and metering..
* Expanded Control and Easy Operation
In some situations, consumers may want more creative control when composing images. The four new FE cameras offer Program Auto Mode. Located on the cameras’ mode dial, this option enables consumers to easily adjust ISO and white balance. Additionally, the new FE-Series cameras feature three In-Camera Help Guides, making digital photography simple and fun for users of all ages and skill levels. A tutorial “shooting guide” educates users on tips for achieving specific effects, such as “shooting into backlight” and “brightening subjects.” The shooting guide not only provides detailed descriptions for various situations and environments, it also automatically sets the camera with the touch of a button, making the transition from learning to taking great pictures instantaneous.
* 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. And with one-click editing tools, such as red-eye removal, images can be touched up before printing or emailing. 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 Premium Cases and Silicone Skin
Olympus also offers premium cases in various colors, including black, pink and red leather, and a sporty neoprene case perfect for active or outdoor situations.

VuPoint digital photo converter

2009-07-20T23:25:00.000-07:00

VuPoint digital photo converter

Those who’ve got a couple of boxes full of old photos, and you wanna digitize them, but you don’t like the idea of using a scanner to scan those photos one by one, you can now make use of the VuPoint digital photo converter for a much faster conversion.

The VuPoint digital photo converter has a few trays that suit a few sizes of photos up to 5×7. Just slide your photos into one of these trays according to the size. The VuPoint converter uses a 5 megapixel digital camera instead of a scanning head, which takes the digital images of your old photos and able to provide a resolution of 1,800 dpi, 10 bits per color channel images.

The converter is also capable of handling exposure and color balance automatically. It comes with additional software which work on the Windows XP and Vista platforms only, for you to further edit the digitized photos, such as cropping and resizing. This digital photo converter is slightly more expensive than any average scanners found in the market, but it provides a much speedier way to convert all those old photos into digital formats. Which saves you lots of time to scan those photos one by one.

In-car 12V Microwave takes power from your car’s cigarette lighter socket

2009-07-20T23:24:00.002-07:00

In-car 12V Microwave takes power from your car’s cigarette lighter socket

You’ve been an overly busy traveling geek, charging gadgets and making hot beverages are all done inside the car. And now, you might wanna heat up some food to fill up your stomach. An in-car 12V Microwave oven definitely comes in handy to serve what you need.

The 12V Microwave takes power from your car’s cigarette lighter socket. Just hook it up to the car’s cigarette socket, and put in a few of your favorite sausages, whenever you feel hungry. It’s definitely super handy, when you get up late in the early morning, and you’re in a rush to work. You can then safe a lot of time for making breakfast at home, as you can just get it done in the car.

The in-car microwave can output a power of 175W when plugged into the car’s lighter socket. Alternatively, you can also hook it up directly to the car’s battery, which you’ll get a much higher power output of 660W. If you’ve got more raw food to cook in the car, you shall consider connecting it directly to the car’s battery to give you more power to ensure the food is well cooked. The device is also equipped with an LED screen that can handle touchscreen operation. When plugged into your car’s lighter socket, the output power is sufficient to let you make a pizza in only 4 mins and a coffee in 6 mins. This shall be fast enough to get your breakfast ready while you’re stuck in the heavy traffic in the early morning.

WIRED NextFest to be held in Chicago

2009-07-20T23:24:00.001-07:00

WIRED NextFest to be held in Chicago September 27 – October 12

This year, the WIRED NextFest is gonna be held in Chicago’s Millennium Park, and open for the public from September 27, 2008 to October 12, 2008 daily from 11am to 7pm. (Thursday noon to 8pm, closed on Monday).

Geeks, get yourself ready for the WIRED NextFest as it’ll surely open your eyes to various unique and bold exhibits including sustainable design, next generation healthcare, interactive art and games, humanoid robotics, and even more.

The WIRED NextFest has stepped into their fifth year and they’ve managed to attract 150,000 visitors over the past five years.

This year they’ll have more gadgets and new innovative technologies that surely boggle your mind. Find out more from the WIRED NextFest

Intel’s Personal Telehealth gadget is what you need for longer living

2009-07-20T23:23:00.000-07:00

Intel’s Personal Telehealth gadget is what you need for longer living

with the Intel’s newly announced personal Telehealth gadget, you can just carry out your own medical check at home without frequenting the hospitals or clinics. The personal health gadget is named The Health Guide, which is a device that weighs at 8 pounds.

The Health Guide is equipped with various connectivities which allow the patients to converse remotely with their doctors or caregivers. This gadget has a 40GB internal hard drive, runs Windows XP as the operating system, and loaded with the Intel’s own proprietary management software, which is called Intel Home Management Suite.

This gadget is also capable of communicating with various medical devices such as glucose meters, blood pressure monitors, weight scales etc, in both wired and wireless modes. Those collected data on this gadget will also be sent in an encrypted manner to ensure the security of the data to the remote server, which medical practitioners can then retrieve the data easily and start their analysis. FDA has given green light to this personal health gadget of Intel, and it’s most likely to be available commercially in late 2008 or early 2009.

Other features at a glance of this health gadget are as follows:

Quote:

* Patient reminders
* Multimedia educational content
* Vital sign data collection
* Motivational messages
* E-mail
* Videoconferencing

WL-308 Wireless 300N XR Gigabit router specially designed

2009-07-20T23:22:00.000-07:00

WL-308 Wireless 300N XR Gigabit router specially designed for gaming, VOIP and video traffic

Those average routers will always have some problems to handle the heavy gaming, video and VOIP traffic. But the WL-308 Wireless 300N XR Gigabit router is claimed to be specially designed for these purposes. It’s touted to offer low latency online gaming, lag-free local network gaming and uninterrupted VoIP use.

The WL-308 Wireless router is smart enough to learn traffic patterns, identify those meant for the gaming, streaming and VOIP services, and assign higher priorities of bandwidth for this kind of traffic. The concept should be pretty similar to an application switch, which is commonly seen in a corporate that is used to prioritize and manage bandwidth for different types of services.

The intelligent system lying within the WL-308 Wireless router is called StreamEngine, guaranteeing optimum performances in both wired and wireless traffic, for applications including voice over IP, gaming, video streaming and downloading. Besides, the router is automatically activated with its advanced QOS, which handles all the mentioned types of traffic well as well as maintaining an up-to-par quality. This router is claimed capable of handling up to 30,000 simultaneous open connections, which is a great equipment to have for those who’re planning to open a huge cyber cafe for hardcore gamers.

The device will also comply to the draft wireless N (802.11n), and is able to hit a maximum speed of up to 300Mbps, theoretically. The router also comes with a trio of 3dBi detachable antennas, to ensure sufficient coverage to accommodate huge number of gamers. The device has a built-in switch that provides five full-duplex 10/100/1000 ports for wired connections or extensions to other switches.

The router is now available in Europe, but the price seems remaining unknown. If it isn’t too pricey, then it shall be worth for an investment, in order to enjoy uninterrupted game plays, streaming and VOIP sessions.

WebKit has JavaScript API for client-side database storage

2009-07-20T23:21:00.000-07:00

WebKit has JavaScript API for client-side database storage

WebKit has got some cool asynchronous API that follows one of the specs of the HTML 5 i.e. allows you to write JavaScript code to store data, using SQL statements that you’ve been familiar with, so data can be stored on the client’s computer. This should work more or less similar to one of the features that the Google Gears offer - the Local Database API. This would be useful for those applications that wanna store more information on the client sides, a much better way and easier to manipulate by using SQL statements instead of nasty cookies. More info and code after the jump!

Some usage of Javascript code of Webkit’s API is as follows:

Code:

var database = openDatabase(”Database Name”, “Database Version”);

database.executeSql(”SELECT * FROM test”, function(result1) {
// do something with the results
database.executeSql(”DROP TABLE test”, function(result2) {
// do some more stuff
alert(”My second database query finished executing!”);
});
});

Swann security camera transmits wireless encrypted signals

2009-07-20T23:20:00.000-07:00

Swann security camera transmits wireless encrypted signals

Swann is unveiling their new wireless security camera, which consists of a camera with a transmitter which transmits video signals wirelessly to the receiver for recording.

The little extra security of the new Swann camera is it adds encryption to the signals that are being transmitted wirelessly. Making it with very slim chance for others to eavesdrop your wireless signals. The newly released Swann camera is called Swann ADW-300, which will cost you around $200.

The Swann ADW-300 camera transmits the video signals in a point-to-point manner to its receiver. Using the special technology for the signal transmission, it ensures the signal transmitted is intact without getting disturbed by any nearby interference. Furthermore the signal is encrypted that which ensures no one could steal your signals.

The encryption is definitely a need for today’s wireless security camera. Imagine, if you have this security cam installed in the living room of your mansion, and the receiver is somewhere in another room. If the signal is transmitted without any encryption, someone who stays nearby could have eavesdropped the signals that might possibly contain video that shows you running around in the house naked.

Some other features found this highly secured wireless cam including olor viewing and recording during the day, black and white with infra-red night vision in low light situations and a wireless transmission range of around 160 feet. The device is said to be available soon.

Dumbbell alarm clock

2009-07-20T23:19:00.000-07:00

Dumbbell alarm clock, effectively keeps you awake and drives you to building muscular body

The Dumbbell alarm clock here is no exceptional, and it adds another benefit i.e. you’ll surely be fit after using it for a couple of months, as it forces you to work out every morning. Once the Dumbbell alarm goes off, you must get up, pick it up and you must flex your arm muscles for at least 30 reps with it, before it shuts off. After the 30 reps, you’ll definitely be fully awake.

The Dumbbell alarm clock is equipped with various motion sensors which detect how many reps that you’ve done with it. The gadget was designed by Yuk Wang for Fred Worldwide, which was given a name called Shape Up alarm clock. It’s definitely a perfect motivator to get you back in shape, as well as keeping you puncture to your work. No price and release date for it yet.

Rsizr - online image resizing tool. Well, I still prefer GIMP!

2009-07-20T23:18:00.002-07:00

Rsizr - online image resizing tool. Well, I still prefer GIMP!

This online image resizing tool is brought to you by Rsizr.com. You need a flash plug-in which the version is 9.0 and above. I was first prompted for upgrading mine from version 8.x to 9.x before I could make use of it to resize some images . Anyway, I’m still far behind from mastering this online image resizing tool. I found it’s quite hard to scale down, which it doesn’t resize according to the proper ratio automatically. Perhaps, I still need some time to explore more on it. For the time being, I still prefer to stick to GIMP.

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Anchor Clock for the sailor man

2009-07-20T23:18:00.001-07:00

Anchor Clock for the sailor man

Weird clocks keep surfacing these days. The anchor clock is one of them. But it isn’t too bad compared to some other weird clocks that we’ve seen before. At least it’s got a clock face which has the moving hour and minute arms.

If you’ve been dealing with gears, machines and anchors in life, you will fall in love with the Anchor clock too.

The anchor clock comes with more than ten gears, which move slowly when it’s powered. Isn’t it not that boring compared with other clocks that has a plain clock face.

At least, you can watch and observe the mechanism of how those gears moving on this clock. You’ll get little inspiration from those moving gears whenever you’re stuck in a project dealing with the designs of some mechanical gears.

The anchor clock is available at Brando, carries a price tag of $115.00, which is higher than any average clock. It needs two C cells for its power. Serves as a great gift if you have a sailor man in life.

Alistair Bramley’s Interzone cell phone checks air quality for you

2009-07-20T23:17:00.000-07:00

Alistair Bramley’s Interzone cell phone checks air quality for you

The surrounding air is getting more and more polluted these days, you’ll need a portable and handy device that helps you keep track of the air quality while you’re on the go, so you could get yourself out of the polluted spot as quick as possible.

A cellphone has always been your most ubiquitous gadget. It’s definitely handy that your cellphone can check the air quality of your surrounding for you. The Interzone phone is a concept phone that is designed by Alistair Bramley. The uniqueness of this cellphone is it is able to check the surrounding air quality.

When you’re moving from one area to another, you’ll receive signals regarding the air quality of the the surroundings. With this helpful information, you can quickly get your butt out of the polluted spot. If you’re kind of paranoid, you’ll surely think that the polluted environment will cost your your life. Hence, the Interzone would be a great life saver for you.

USB flash drive designed to resemble

2009-07-20T23:16:00.000-07:00

Hacked! drive - a USB flash drive designed to resemble a torn USB cable

As we know that USB flash drives are so handy these days, and the size is so small, which we’ll always tend to forget and misplace it somewhere. And this will make it easily fall into the hands of your rivals, who can then get all the confidential data that you have on the drive.

The Hacked! drive is definitely a good idea, which it looks like a slashed cable. When it’s left unattended on the work desk, anyone passes by wouldn’t have noticed that it’s a USB flash drive that stores some important data. The Hacked! drive has a storage capacity of 2GB. It could be the most efficient method to protect the data stored on it, by deceiving others that it doesn’t look like a USB flash drive.

Most people will not give a damn of a torn USB cable, so it should remain safe even when you’ve forgotten and left it on your work desk, when you’re rushing and packing home. And I’m sure the next day, when you get back to your work desk, it still remains intact.

Raon Digital unveils its Everun Note Netbook

2009-07-20T23:15:00.000-07:00

Raon Digital unveils its Everun Note Netbook

In the hands of the long haired beautiful chick is the newly announced Everun Note netbook by Raon Digital. I must first admit that the long haired chick was the first one who got my attention instead of the Everun netbook. Maybe it’s too tiny in size.

Of course, we must get back to our track here, which is meant for the Everun netbook. The Everun Note netbook is claimed to be the world’s first mini notebook. It’s powered by the AMD Turion dual-core processor, will be making its debut in the Korea market soon.The netbook weighs less than 1KG, which weighs a mere 742 grams. It has an LCD screen that measures 7-inch only and boasts a resolution of 1,024*600.

Everything seems to be too cramped working on this mini notebook. Especially those with big fingers might find difficulties working on its overly cramped QWERTY. Some other goodies that you can find on this mini notebook are a 1.3M webcam, built-in 1GB RAM, Bluetooth connectivity, SD/MMC memory card slot, and electronic dictionary function. It runs Windows XP Home Edition as the operating system. For the storage, you have options either going for one with a 12GB SSD or 80GB hard disk drive. The Everun netbook is set to hit both the Korea and the North America markets in September.

invisible man to become reality soon

2009-07-20T23:14:00.002-07:00

invisible man to become reality soon

The invisible man will no longer only be seen in sci-fi movie. As The US scientists have developed a special cloak which makes the wearer almost 100% invisible.

The research team is from Berkley, led by Xiang Zhang, has developed the special material called metamaterials, which is a composite of couple of materials such as ceramic, Teflon and fiber. The material is said to be able to scatter visible lights, or to bend light rays around a covered 3D object, making the covered 3D object nearly invisible to the human eyes.

The concept is kind of straightforward, if you have little physics knowledge. Human eyes can see an object is because it reflects part of the light rays that shine on it. But the “invisible cloak” made with metamaterials, is said to scatter all light rays without reflecting any single ray. Therefore, it’ll appear invisible to the human eyes.

This is a major breakthrough, as it’s the first time that the scientists have achieved it over 3D objects. This is definitely a great news for those secret agents, making it very much easier to sneak into a highly private area. There will be some good uses with this invisible cloak, such as used by the army for carrying out high level undercover reconnaissance mission at the enemy territories. Of course, when it falls into the wrong hands, then it’ll bring lots of trouble to the society.

At the moment the cloak is still at the prototype stage, which is quite close to 100% but still needs more efforts to make it to work exactly at 100% to scatter all lights.

Rocket launcher alarm clock

2009-07-20T23:14:00.001-07:00

Rocket launcher alarm clock

The rocket launcher alarm clock will start counting before launching the rocket when it’s reached the time to wake up. It’s equipped with LED lights which flash and start the count down. You’ll be able to abort the rocket launching mission before it finishes counting 10 times. While you get up in the middle of its counting, before it’s reached 3-2-1, you’ll still be able to stop all this threatening mission.

But if you’ve failed to abort the rocket launching mission, and the rocket has been launched into the air, you’ll have no choice only to get your butt up from bed, try all your best to catch the rocket and put it back to its base, in order to stop the alarm from sounding. Doesn’t it sound pretty effective to get you fully awake, as it will get you to run around the room in order to get the rocket back to its base.

Night Vision Goggles

2009-07-20T23:12:00.002-07:00

Night Vision Goggles = more peeking fun in darkness

So many great tools are available for the “night thieves”. If the night vision scope isn’t sufficient for you to carry out your mission in darkness, here comes the Night Vision Goggles, which at least makes you look more professional as a “night thieve”.

There is so much fun with this spy gadget. Look at the picture how the goggles are worn by the beautiful chick, which has now turned her into a “night heroine” that has always appeared in your dream, climbing through the window of your room.

These spy goggles allow you to see up to 60 meters away while you’re in a complete darkness. Besides, it’s equipped with a PAL video output, which allows you to connect it to a PMP with video in, to record whatever your eyes and the goggles have seen in darkness. You can even connect to video/audio source to the AV IN to let you watch movies with sounds on it.

The goggles also come equipped with adjustable focus and infrared brightness. It comes with a rechargeable li-ion battery that is long-lasting to let you enjoy hours of peeking fun in the dark or watching movies on it. The gadget has the flexibility that you can swivel the camera off your eyes when you’ve got enough with it.

Kingston DataTraveler 400 hits 16GB

2009-07-20T23:12:00.001-07:00

Kingston DataTraveler 400 hits 16GB

Kingston has just released its 15GB DataTraveler 400 USB flash drive, and this model comes pre-loaded with MigoSync data synchronization software. You will be able to work with different computers simultaneously by directly synchronizing files, e-mail and Internet browser settings onto the drive. With 16GB of storage space, rest assured you won't run out of capacity anytime soon if all you deal with are regular office documents. Other features include the integrated SecureTraveler software that enables a Privacy Zone, where a password-protected area helps keep your data sae. Each $196 purchase is backed by a 5-year warranty and round the clock technical support.

In car charger with 4 USB ports

2009-07-20T23:11:00.002-07:00

In car charger with 4 USB ports, great gadget juicer for frequent car travelers

Those who’re always on the road, travel in the car, will not have much time left in a day for charging your gadgets. It’s best if you could equip yourself with an in-car charger for your gadgets.

Here comes a car charger that has 4 USB ports, which allows you to connect up to 4 gadgets for refilling juices for them. This car charger takes power from your car’s cigarette lighter socket. Just plug it into your car’s cigarette socket, and you can hook up to four gadgets to the 4 USB ports for juicing up them simultaneously.

The charger suits most trucks and also small cars, which is workable within the range of 12V ~ 24V input. It has a changeable fuse. For only $23, you can get it from USBFever, to ensure that your gadgets will never run out of juice anymore whenever you’re always on a busy traveling schedule. Of course, you’ll need to travel in a car that has a lighter socket in order to keep your gadgets juiced up.

Wibrain I1 UMPC

2009-07-20T23:11:00.001-07:00

Wibrain I1 UMPC

Wibrain's upcoming I1 UMPC is tipped for an October release, and it will come equipped with HSDPA connectivity to help you stay connected virtually wherever you are, as long as you pay your monthly subscription bills and do not live in Timbuktu. Sharing many a resemblance with the B1 series, you will get a WWAN antenna, an SD memory card slot, and a slightly different finish this time round. Powered by Intel's Atom processor, you will be able to choose from 1.1GHz (Z510) or 1.33GHz (Z520) options. There is no word on pricing, but expect the hard drive-based version to retail for a whole lot cheaper compared to the 64GB SSD model.

Philips Bluetooth Webcam Concept

2009-07-20T23:09:00.002-07:00

Philips Bluetooth Webcam Concept

Flynn Product Design has come up with a stunning take on a futuristic, alien-like Bluetooth webcam concept that offers unpredecented flexibility where camera angles are concerned. This concept webcam comes with a ball and socket joint, connecting both base and body units for unparalleled viewing freedom. There is no word on resolution or any other specifications, but being Bluetooth-enabled surely means you will need to recharge it from time to time. I sure hope this thing comes with decent battery life then since it would be a bummer to hold a video conversation halfway only to get cut off after running out of juice unexpectedly.

Hardigg Storm Cases

2009-07-20T23:09:00.001-07:00

Hardigg Storm Cases

If you really want to protect your portable computer with 100% efficiency, Hardigg recommends you the best solution providing a new case called Storm Case iM2370, designed to bring mobility, flexibility and access to mobile professionals. Hardigg is a designer and developer of high-quality ultra-resistant plastic molded cases, shipping containers, custom molded products, and SKID-MATE cushion products for government, commercial industries, and consumers.

Hardigg Storm Cases are made of extremely durable and protective materials to ensure best comfort for sensitive equipment, and include press and pull latches that open at the push of a button, permanently attached Vortex valve to adjust the air pressure and protect against liquid intrusions, unbreakable molded-in hasps, special designed hinges with integrated feet , and double-layered soft-grip solid-core carrying handles. You can get optional rugged in-line wheels and telescoping handles for secure locking. All Storm Cases are guaranteed for life.
Now in the form fitting laptop computers with up to 17 inches in diagonal, Storm Cases are ergonomic, lightweight, with 2 multi-cubed foam inserts for laptop support inside the case, padded shoulder strap with double padding and non-slip gripping surface, and a lightweight office organiser with velcro enhanced compartments.

Epson Intros Stylus T11 Inkjet Printer

2009-07-20T23:08:00.002-07:00

Epson Intros Stylus T11 Inkjet Printer

Epson has launched a low-priced inkjet printer under its Stylus series targeted at entry-level users. The compact-sized Stylus T11 sports a matte jet-black finish and a host of features including the Micro Piezo print head.

Typically found in high-end Epson printers, this print head produces print resolutions up to 5,760 dots per inch, and prints at speeds of 22 pages per minute, and is also capable of printing 4R photos in under a minute, the company said.

In order to keep costs down, the Stylus T11 uses a four-color individual ink cartridge system, which according to Epson, translates into better cost saving as only depleted ink cartridges need be replaced as opposed to a combined ink cartridge system where the whole system needs overhauling the moment any one color runs dry.

The printer bundles software such as Easy Photo Print, which is a three-step guide to photo printing. Users have to select the photos, choose the preferred photo size and paper, and hit print. Also included are PhotoEnhance and Red Eye correction enabling automatic color adjustments and removal of red eye effect.

The Epson Stylus T11 inkjet printer is available for a price of Rs 2,199 and the ink cartridge for Rs 250.

Ainol V3000 PMP with a great resolution (Leak)

2009-07-20T23:08:00.001-07:00

Ainol V3000 PMP with a great resolution (Leak)

It looks great on the (leaked) paper: the Ainol V3000 will introduce a 4.3 inch screen with a (awesome) 800x480 resolution, which is quite unique, for a PMP. The device will support AVI, RM/RMVB, FLV and has TV Out. The rumor suggests that it will feature Bluetooth, WiFi and GPS - all of this for a cheap price tag : some think that the device could cost as little as $200.

A PC made of Lego bricks

2009-07-20T23:07:00.003-07:00

A PC made of Lego bricks

A Lego-bricks PC case mod is not new to us, we’ve seen one of these before. But somehow, we’ve got another one made by Mr Anderson, which is also a PC that is made with Lego bricks.

The creator of this Lego-bricks-made PC, was pretty serious in building up the Lego PC. He even got into designing the entire PC using a CAD (Computer aided design) software tool, the MLCAD, which is specially made for designing Lego bricks and modeling how those bricks can be put together to form a solid shape.

The Lego PC was built in Mini-ITX form factor due to the creator wants something small that also consumes low power. His initial intention for building this Lego PC was he needed a web/development server and he wanted it in a small form factor. So, he decided to use some Lego bricks to put them up together piece by piece to form a box that the size is satisfactory small to him. I really admire his patience and passion into putting all these up together.

Couple of high-end components stuffed into the Lego-made PC case, including a 1.5GHz VIA C7 processor, Seagate Barracuda 7200.10 250GB hard drive, a JetWay motherboard with dual gigabit ethernet ports etc. Some components sourced from eBay etc. He’s also included a video which you can take a look below of his Lego PC building process. Overall, I think the effort is simply too much, just for the sake of wanting a PC with small form factor as a web development server.

Imagine the device that unites

2009-07-20T23:07:00.001-07:00

Imagine the device that unites [Must See it] Amazing

Imagine the device that unites everything that you carry along: a mobile phone, a player, your credit and discount cards, your apartment and your car keys. We have imagined it and now introduce you to the future.

The device in size of a credit card 54×85,6 mm will replace all those. Moreover it can work as:

- Video phone. Before making a call you can choose an operator of a mobile communication.
- All credit and discount cards that you have. The built in program will prompt an optimum variant for discounts at the given payment place.
- The remote control for any device. It can simultaneously display a teleschedule and recommendations of your favourite site.
- Keys from doors of houses and cars you have an authorization to.
- GPS-system that can automatically upload aerial photos from the Internet.
- Library, video- and music shop. You can read, listen to and watch all that at your choice. Go to a public online library or buy all that you want in any shop of the world.
- Gaming device with support of network gaming (remember that you have a GPS and the virtual reality becomes quite real).
- Even your computer that works with any operational system that is being uploaded through the Internet.

For any actions connected with safety (payment, opening of a door, …) the device authorizes you by reading your fingerprints.

Create Shortcut to Hibernate Windows XP instead of Shutdown

2009-07-20T23:06:00.001-07:00

Create Shortcut to Hibernate Windows XP instead of Shutdown

Hibernate is great because it saves the status of your Windows XP session (all the programs and documents you have open) to the hard drive, so it can automatically restore it the next time you power up. The first step to making a Hibernate shortcut is to make sure you have Hibernate turned on. Go to the Control panel then click Performance and maintenance. Next, choose Power options, and select the hibernate tab. Finally, make sure Enable hibernation is checked.

Now to actually make the shortcut right click your desktop and choose New | Shortcut. Next, type this case-sensitive command into the dialog box

Code:

rundll32.exe powrprof.dll,SetSuspendState Hibernate

click next. Give the shortcut a name like Hibernate and click finish. From now on all you need to do to enter hibernation is double click the shortcut.

Altos you can put this shortcut to Windows task scheduler so that system Hibernate can be achieved at a particular time automatically.

Canon EF 1200mm f/5.6L USM

2009-07-20T23:05:00.002-07:00

Canon EF 1200mm f/5.6L USM

While the 1700mm lens mentioned earlier is all fine and dandy if you've got a truck to mount it onto, some may prefer a more lightweight, nimble sollution. Weighing a mere 16.5 kilos and being only 83 centimeters long (without the bucket-like hood), this delicate little flower will nevertheless magnify faraway objects (or perhaps more relevant, faraway people) to a degree that will leave little to the imagination. To my knowledge, this is the longest focal length available to autofocus SLR cameras without using any extra magnifiers.
Due to its size, limited area of use and robust price tag, it has only been available from Canon built to order, and to date they have apparently produced fewer than 20 samples of this lens. The company recently announced that they would be slashing the 1200mm from their catalogue, so if you want one, better be quick about it.
The suggested price of the lens upon unveiling in 1993, converted to present day money puts it at apx. $120 000, or the cost of "a small sports car" which is the most common price comparison given for the lens.

Swedish camera manufacturer Hasselblad

2009-07-20T23:05:00.001-07:00

Swedish camera manufacturer Hasselblad

Swedish camera manufacturer Hasselblad (or "'blad" as they are often called) has for a long time been ranked among the very best when it comes to cameras. Indeed, NASA's space programme chose Hasselblad as their camera provider, and three Hasseblads where carried aboard the Apollo 11 mission, perhaps the company's most famous feat.

Priced at around $40 000, a Hasselblad H3DII with a 39 megapixel backpiece is one of the most expensive photo kits available in ordinairy retail sale. It's fairly large, fabulously expensive and capable of creating huge, extremely detailed image files with its 39 megapixel, 48x36mm sensor.

For photographing your cat, you can probably make do without this camera, but if you're shooting supermodels for Vogue, you might just need a camera of this caliber. If you ever watch TV shows like "Top Model", there's a fair chance you'll see a 'blad involved in a shoot every now and then.

Seitz 6x17'' digital panoramic camera

2009-07-20T23:04:00.002-07:00

Seitz 6x17'' digital panoramic camera

Instead of the common digital camera sensor which records the entire scene at once, the Seitz 6x17'' uses a scanner to literally scan the view through the lens. The end result is 160 megapixel images in a panoramic format. It does the job a bit faster than your average flatbed scanner though, recording a full-sized frame (21 250 x 7500 pixels) in two seconds. It's big, it's heavy (5 kilos if you wish to use it outside a studio) and quite silly, but it turns out huge, amazing photos – and it should, costing as it does $42 000.

Polaroid 20x24'' Camera

2009-07-20T23:04:00.001-07:00

Polaroid 20x24'' Camera

The average film camera has for the last 50 years used either 120 rollfilm or so-called 135 film, 135 being by far the most commonly used type. Each frame of 135 film is 36x24 milimeters, while the average consumer dSLR camera today has a sensor size of approximately 60% of this, around 23x15 milimeters. The sensors in digital compacts are much smaller still. Within this tiny space, the camera and its lens has to compress the vast amount of detail visible to the human eye. The resulting replications of reality are far from perfect, they can't be.

One way of partially overcoming this problem is quite simply to use larger film formats or digital sensors. Within the digital realm, the 48x36mm sensor size available in certain medium format digital backs is pretty much as large as it gets without substantial R&D resources (like what a major corporation, national government or army might have at their disposal).

In film, things are a bit simpler. While constructing huge digital sensors is a challenging task, creating a huge sheet of film or photographic paper is really – simply put – just a matter of making it bigger than usual, and building a camera large enough to house it.

The biggest 'instant' camera I know of is Polaroid's 20x24'' behemot. It's 1.5 meters tall and weighs in at 106 kilos. The Polaroid paper sheets used in this camera is, as the name implies, 20 x 24'', which equals 50x60 cm.

Keeping in mind that the aforementioned 135 film is a mere 3.6 x 2.4 cm, it's easy to see why such a larger-than-life camera would be capable of producing prints of far superior detail compared to smaller formats.

A number of these cameras are available for hire, complete with a dedicated studio space, in San Fransisco, New York and Prague. Following Polaroid's recent announcement that they will completely cease the production of their signature instant film, there is a certain risk that these cameras will be destined for the museum soon.

Zeiss Apo Sonnar T* 1700 mm F4

2009-07-20T23:03:00.001-07:00

Zeiss Apo Sonnar T* 1700 mm F4

For people who have been into photography for a while, the name Carl Zeiss means top of the line optical quality, usually with a matching price tag. While continuing to produce their top-of-the-line optics for various camera systems, Zeiss have more recently also begun cooperating with Nokia and Sony, making optics for their mobile phones and digital cameras.
Two years ago, the company presented a remarkable one-off tele lens, reportedly custom built for a wealthy Qatari. Weighing in at 256 kilos, it's is a 1700mm f/4 lens designed for medium format (which roughly equals 750mm in 35mm SLR format). The monster bears more than a fleeting resemblance to a jet engine; given the size the 'super tele lens' labeling on the side seems a little superfluous – it isn't very likely that it would be mistaken for an average 70-200mm, after all

The little black lump at the end is your average 6x6 medium format camera, in itself a quite bulky piece of equipment, but completely dwarfed by the Zeiss lens. Upon it's unveiling, it was said to be the largest non-military tele lens in the world. One wonders what the largest military tele lens might look like.

Drawing from their experience in manufacturing large telescopes and instruments for astronomical sciences, Zeiss had to develop an entirely new focussing system, Due to the massive size of the glass elements, the lens had to be equipped with extremely powerful focussing motors, capable of moving all that heavy glass around. The rear end of the lens has a dedicated LCD monitor built in to display focussing distance, aperture etc. No price has been published, but Zeiss hinted at a price of at least several million Euros.

The intended use for the lens is reportedly "antelope photography". This doesn't immediately strike one as the kind of kit you want to bring along on a safari to photograh fast moving and easily startled animals – hiding in the bushes is certainly off the agenda – but the uncompromising construction is said to allow the lens to autofocus as fast as a 'regular' telephoto lens.

Sigma APO 200-500 F/2.8

2009-07-20T23:02:00.002-07:00

Sigma APO 200-500 F/2.8

Perhaps the most "sensible" of the items presented in this list, this is nevertheless one of the heftiest tele zoom lenses for SLR cameras around. While the zoom range of 200-500mm is nothing new or exciting, it's the maximum aperture of an incredible f/2.8 throughout the focal range that makes this such a special lens.

While a lot of tele lenses have a distinct cannon barrel look, Sigma have apparently done all they can to enhance that trait, giving the lens a leafy green finish. The end result is an extremely fast tele zoom lens that could easily be confused with a surface-to-air missile launcher.

Nokia BMW Video Phone.

2009-07-20T23:02:00.001-07:00

Nokia BMW Video Phone.

There is something really funny about technology, especially for those who can afford anything under the sun. However, technology has not always given us everything we ever wanted. For instance, we still don’t have a car that turns into a helicopter when we need. And we also don’t have a cellphone that could be used as a telescope to spy on our neighbors. However, a designer has created a concept for the Nokia that could very well be the BMW of cellphones. He calls it the Nokia BMW Video Phone.

If it has to be the BMW of cellphones, it has to be hi-tech, stylish and of course, expensive. And we believe it is going to be all that and more. The coolest feature of this concept phone has to be the “push to open” mechanism, which allows you to rotate the cellphone 90 degrees and voila, it turns into a handy-cam. The cam also features a great GPS navigation tool and a really sleek design.

highest quality c Canon DC330

2009-07-20T23:01:00.000-07:00

highest quality c Canon DC330

Canon DC330 combines the convenience of direct entries in the DVD format and the most impressive zoom - up to 45x - among all camcorders Canon. Technology Advanced Zoom provides vibrant and sharp images on a whole range of focal length.

Since most modern televisions - wide, Canon DC330 supports 16:9 widescreen recording. Compatibility with dual discs DVD (DVD-R DL) and support the new high-capacity battery Canon significantly increase the available recording time - thanks to these features, you do not miss a single shot.

The model is equipped with a widescreen LCD with a 2.7-inch diagonal, which in addition to its primary role, performs additional function lights. In turn forward display screen provides adequate coverage for shooting close objects in low light conditions.
Also, there is a large electronic viewfinder, which saves battery charge when photographing. A system of Canon Advanced Zoom, provides significantly greater increase than that which was available for the cameras earlier this class; electronic image stabilizer provide a clearer picture. In order not to spoil the camera shaking video camera equipped with a system EIS, effective even when maximizing, which are visible even small vibration.