Ion Mask provides protective layer
Researchers in Britain have developed the Ion Mask, a solution that claims to repel both water and oil molecules. One practical use of this development would be to coat cellphones with the Ion Mask, ensuring that the next time you drop your handset into the loo, there is no need to worry about purchasing a brand new phone after that. Ion Mask makers are currently in talks with a trio of cellphone manufacturers, hoping to come to an agreement to coat their handsets with the solution. Either that, or you could always pick up one of those bulky waterproof cellphones. The image you see on the right doesn’t use the Ion Mask as it is just there for illustrative purposes. Read more about our hands on with the waterproof Casio GzOne cellphone.
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Now here’s a rather inexpensive way to get your gaming fix on-the-go, since thre is no need to purchase additional cartridges once you fork out $39 for the Mega Drive Portable. You get well loved classics such as Sonic and Knuckles, Ristar, Alex Kidd in the Enchanted Castle, Golden Axe, Ecco the Dolphin and Altered Beast among others. Features include a backlit LCD display as well as the ability to output to a TV via composite video if you happen to be at home and want to see the bigger picture. Word on the street has it that the audio reproduction isn’t 100% accurate, gameplay and graphics closely resemble the original. Retro gaming looks to be back in a big way.
The Liquid Image Digital Underwater Camera is one for those who are curious about underwater photography and yet don’t want to splurge a whole wad of cash on all the necessary equipment. Retailing for $100 a pop, this device allows the user to record still images as well as video while you swim around, thanks to the 5 megapixel/3 megapixel (depending on your choice) camera located right smack above your goggles. The goggles lenses come with crosshairs that help you focus your underwater shots, using microSD memory cards as well as USB flash drives for extended storage. I would presume that these comes with some sort of waterproof compartment, since microSD memory cards and USB flash drives aren’t exactly too friendly with water. The Liquid Image Digital Underwater Camera is powered by a couple of AAA batteries.
CES 2008 will be the platform where the Noahpad UMPC is paraded, and the device has been dubbed “classmate, roommate, and travelmate”. It is powered by Ubuntu 7.10 by default, but has more than enough firepower to run Windows XP thanks to its 1GHz VIA C7 Eden processor (CX700 chipset). Other hardware specifications include a 30GB hard drive, 512MB RAM, a 7″ LED backlit display and a QWERTY keyboard. According to E-Lead, the Noahpad’s manufacturer, it will feature a yet-unknown input technology that claims to be revolutionary, but I will take that claim with a pinch of salt. While it might be called the Noahpad, you won’t find any waterproof capability on this little UMPC.
This modern leather ottoman allows you to pull on the top, transforming it into a comfortable gaming chair while providing storage space for all your gaming gear (perfect to keep all those wires and controllers out of sight whenever the in-laws drop by). There is no word on pricing and availability as at press time, but more information will be revealed at CES 2008. Each Jump Seat is made from leather and high-quality materials and must be manufactured to order, so expect to fork out a fair bit for this one.
Looks like technology these days have progressed to a point where having tons of spy-based products is the norm. The Spy Snooper Robot does it in a less discreet manner though, being remote controlled and all. It can be moved into position remotely, picking up and relaying any audio back to you within a 150 foot radius. Guess you can always hide this somewhere in the closet or drawer, although I would think using a more discreet alternative would be the better option. The Spy Snooper Robot retails for £39.99.
