Archive for May 8th, 2007
With summer just around the corner, spending some quality time with nature will definitely be at the top of most people’s minds as they go about soaking up the sun’s rays for a nice tan. What’s an outdoor activity without the accompaniment of delicious food? The Campfire Toaster is great for breakfast scenarios as this steel contraption comes with a quartet of toasting frames that make it easy to prepare breakfast in a jiffy. At $6 a pop, they’re definitely dirt cheap and makes a fine gift if you have a Boy Scout living under your roof.
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May 8th, 2007
Paxar has developed a consumer-facing-item-level RFID solution known as the Magicmirror. This unique device targets retail stores and aims to touch customers on an emotional level in order to translate a try-out into a sale. Whenever a customer displays an RFID-tagged piece of clothing in front of the Magicmirror, they will instantly be greeted by displays featuring brand messaging, garment description, availability of colors and sizes, as well as other helpful fashion tips. Do you think the Magicmirror will be able to influence your purchasing decision when it comes to fashion? I suppose when you already have a piece of clothing in mind, nothing will make you change your decision, let alone an interactive mirror.
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May 8th, 2007
Samsung aims to revolutionize what a pen-inspired device looks like with the YV-150 Voice Pen. This MP3 player supports MP3, WMA, and WMA DRM formats in addition to carrying an integrated FM tuner. Great for meetings, the YV-150 comes in storage capacities of 512MB and 1GB for you to record voice memos as well as lectures for reference at a later period. Spoken voice can be recorded at 32kbps, 64kbps, and 128kbps. In addition, the inclusion of a text-to-speech program converts text into an MP3 voice - great for those who need to skim through documents but lack the time to do so. Battery life is rated at approximately 20 hours, but real-life usage will probably yield a lower number.
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May 8th, 2007
The main problem with most gizmos these days are the lack of battery power due to the amount of functions thrown inside each device. The US Department of Energy has developed a better method of building a longer lasting lithium-ion battery that will be cheaper to produce as well, utilizing a two-component composite structure that stabilizes the battery. This new process enables the production of batteries that have double the storage capacity when compared to batteries used today. No idea on when this new battery will be released, but hopefully it will be soon.
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May 8th, 2007
The Trey Chair was designed specifically for gamers, enabling a person to experience life without a backbone as you sit your tush into it comfortable. The Trey Chair enables a person to go from the computer screen to a lower level without even getting off the seat as it can be adjusted dynamically. This definitely beats sitting on a cold, hard floor without any back support during console gaming marathons during the holidays. The Trey Chair retails for $239 and comes in a wide variety of fabric and faux leather colors.
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May 8th, 2007
Chinese manufacturers are famous for taking a product and throwing in tons of other features that the original was sorely missing, selling these for half the price. DiXCOM is the latest company to release such a device - the CNS-4320 cellphone that comes with an integrated satellite navigation system, or is it the other way around? A far cry from the Nokia N95, the CNS-4320 is a basic GPS navigation system featuring the SiRFStar III GPS chipset and boasts video and audio playback, a 4.3″ widescreen touch display, SMS and MMS support, and Bluetooth connectivity, all this while running on Windows CE 5.0. No word on pricing or availability as at press time.
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May 8th, 2007
Remember the old school cellphones from Motorola? Those were large bricks that you had to lug around, and you’d probably had to wear pants that fit Ronald McDonalds comfortably if you ever needed to fit those into your pocket. Yinke has recently unveiled a handset that brings back memories of ancient cellphones in the form of the M002 at the Canton Fair 2007 in China. This handset comes with a solid base that enables you to let it stand on it’s own. Don’t ask me why, I myself am wondering what the heck does Mercedes has to do with this cellphone. Features include a 2 megapixel camera, MMS support, a color display, and pre-loaded games.
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May 8th, 2007
Getting a workout often involves a certain degree of discipline, but sometimes going through the same motions on a daily basis can get pretty stale. The Progio Training Companion comes with a 320 x 240 resolution display, showing you exercise videos while keeping track of various information like progress, your pulse rate, and even time your workouts. All performance data is then uploaded to the Companion Worlds website where you can chart your progress graphically while downloading other workout plans that help you improve in specific areas. The Progio Training Companion retails for $399 or $499 with the heart rate monitor, elevating it to a purchase where only serious health buffs would indulge in.
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May 8th, 2007
Internet radio stations are set to be the next big thing, although a future ruling could yank that possibility away in time to come. In the meantime, why not enjoy Internet radio by picking up the IMP Adapt? This WiFi-enabled device can be connected to any HiFi speakers, streaming music wirelessly into your living room as long as there is a decent Internet connection. In addition to radio, the IMP Adapt also supports major digital audio formats such as MP3, Real Audio, WMA, and AAX. It even comes with iTunes support. The IMP Adapt retails for $270. More features are available after the jump.
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May 8th, 2007
Motion Computer has dropped the ball that its LS800 Tablet PC will come with a 1.8″ 32GB solid state drive, empowering users to achieve a higher level of productivity on an ultra-mobile computing platform. In-house engineering tests have shown that an SSD-equipped LS800 performs up to 40% more efficiently, boasting superior data access times and a reduced power consumption, resulting in a longer battery life. You also eliminate the risk of sacrificing your precious hard drive data to General Failure and his firing squad. The 32GB SSD drive is available for $599 a pop, while existing LS800 owners can purchase it as an upgrade.
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May 8th, 2007
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