NeatReceipts gobbles business cards
Scanning business cards into the computer is essential for any executive these days, as it makes keep track of the contact list much easier. Unfortunately, not everyone has the discipline to do it promptly, which is why the NeatReceipts scanner will help tremendously. This tiny device scans a business card quickly, digitizing all information while transferring it to your computer within seconds. This makes it a cinch to import new contacts into Outlook or other address book. Too bad the NeatReceipts scanner does not support the Mac platform yet, so Windows users have the advantage here. The $200 asking price feels a little on the high side though.
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Add comment June 29th, 2007
Since Japan is such a hot zone for earthquakes, it is a no brainer that a Japanese company has developed a home-based earthquake detector that shares the equivalent dimensions of a paperback novel. It will connect to an early warning system network and data provided by Japan’s Meteorological Agency through the Internet, sending a loud countdown of 20 seconds whenever it detects a tremor. This should be ample warning for most able-bodied persons to turn off gas and fire sources while taking cover under tables. I wonder what happens when you’re stuck in a train during an earthquake - there’s nothing much you can do except pray for the best.
The B-Speech Alpha Bluetooth Handsfree Kit is extremely impressive at first glance, boasting a full drop-down alphanumeric LCD display complete with enough memory to store up to 300 numbers, a pair of speakers, and the option to tack on GPS functionality that displays your current position on your cellphone. Powered by a trio of AAA batteries, you get up to 9 hours of talk time and 20 days of standby time. The LCD swivels up to 190 degrees, displaying the caller’s number and name at a glance. This truly comprehensive handsfree solution looks easy to use and looks better than wearing a bulging headset from your ear. It will retail for approximately €99.
Sony has unveiled a brand new portable DVD player in UK that goes by the model number DVP-FX850. This takes a clamshell form factor like many others of its kind, but with an added caveat - the 8″ TFT high resolution LCD display boasts a twisting mechanism that swivels to the optimal viewing position instead of having you suffer from neck cramps after the Matrix Trilogy. Supported formats include DVD-R/-RW, DVD+R/+RW, DVD+R DL, CD, CD-R/RW, JPEG, and MP3. Features include a powerful embedded speaker, twin headphone jacks to share the current movie with someone, and a rechargeable battery that offers 6 hours of continuous playback. It will be released on 2nd July at an undisclosed price.
Bandai is not only famous for its line of Gundam robots, but also manufactures other toys as well. The Hex Bug series is one of its latest creations, and consists of a set of miniature insect robots that are smart enough to scurry about on its half dozen legs just like how real life bugs do. Each Hex Bug is battery-operated and are smart enough to avoid obstacles, while changing their direction whenever you let loose a loud clap in their presence. The Hex Bug will be available in a myriad of colors and styles, retailing for approximately $16 a pop.
Asus has unveiled its U3000 Hybrid TV tuner known as My Cinema. This is a truly comprehensive multimedia entertainment device, packing in the ability to watch and record DVB-T or analog TV programs, an integrated FM tuner, scheduled recording, EPG recording, and TimeShift. A remote control comes with each purchase for easy navigation. Not only that, the Asus U3000 Hybrid TV tuner is more than capable of handling VCD and DVD playback in addition to displaying customizable global weather reports and RSS news feeds. Man, this is almost like the perfect device for those who spend most of their day in front of the computer for news, weather, and entertainment purposes. Pricing and availability details are unknown as at press time.
The portable media player is one device that most people cannot live without these days, and Shao Wei Huang has developed the EME portable media player concept that is bound to amaze should it ever make it to the manufacturing line. The EME design features a primary mobile device that works equally well for video, music, and gaming. It boasts two displays that can fit whatever function that is being used, where one of these displays are embedde on the outer shell while another slides out from below. These displays can also be used individually, displaying information such as contacts and photos. Looks a tad too thick for my tastes though.
