Archive for September, 2009

Star Wars and Star Trek USB flash drives

Posted in USB Flash Drives by Conner Flynn on September 7th, 2009

Star Wars and Star Trek USB flash drivesTwo new huge Sci-Fi vehicles have now been scaled down to flash drive size for your amusement. The Jawa Sandcrawler from Star Wars and the Borg ship from Star Trek. There’s no room inside for droids or Borg, but this pair will hold your data.

These drives feature 2GB of storage, and are compatible with PC and Mac. They were created by Etsy seller Jasons Creations for $25.00 each. If you think that resistance is futile, then head on over and buy one now.

PS3 bringing 3D to games in 2010

Posted in PS3 by Conner Flynn on September 6th, 2009

PS3 bringing 3D to all games in 2010In case you have been living under a rock, the big thing right now is 3D and the 3D bandwagon is bursting at the seams from so many people jumping on board. The PlayStation 3 is the latest on the 3D bandwagon, bringing a 3D mode to Sony’s console that will work with all existing games sometime in the next year.

To enjoy this feature, you will of course need a new TV that supports 3D. So it may be a while until this is really common. It’s one interesting direction that consoles are headed in, but what do you guys think of the whole 3D momentum? Is it over-hyped or is this really the future of gaming? We want to hear your thoughts.

First Samsung OLED laptops could arrive in late 2010

Posted in Samsung by Conner Flynn on September 6th, 2009

First Samsung OLED laptops could arrive in late 2010Next year you may be able to watch video on your laptop with an OLED screen from Samsung, who is eyeing 2010 for a commercial OLED notebook release. The company says that it will release an OLED notebook towards the end of 2010, maybe in the third quarter.

They aren’t the only ones with an eye toward OLED either. Lenovo also has plans to use OLED and Sony too. No mention of cost, but likely it will add a few hundred to the price of a regular notebook.

Open-source camera could revolutionize photography

Posted in News by Conner Flynn on September 6th, 2009

Open-source camera could revolutionize photographyA bunch of folks at Stanford are set to “reinvent digital photography” with an open-source digital camera. The idea is that it would give programmers the power to come up with new software that would have cameras doing some new tricks, and hopefully eliminate software limits that exist right now.

They’ve already developed a prototype, with the Frankencamera. In the future owners will be able to download apps to their devices and constantly improve performance, much like with your iPhone. Pretty awesome if you ask us.

A bike that grows with your child

Posted in Concepts by Conner Flynn on September 6th, 2009

A bike that grows with your childWe’ve seen sneakers that are designed to grow with your child, so why apply that concept to your kid’s bike? It’s a great idea, because kids outgrow everything, forcing you the parent to shell out more money for something else they can outgrow.

Why not have one bike that can grow with your kid? That’s the idea behind this conceptual bike that designers at Kilo Design are working on. The bike expands along the sizes needed for kids aged 6 to 12. That’s six years of never having to replace a bike.

iLive intros new bar speakers with integrated iPod docks

Posted in iPod Accessories by Conner Flynn on September 6th, 2009

iLive intros new bar speakers with integrated iPod docksiLive has introduced two new bar speakers with integrated iPod docks, DVD players and even good old AM/FM radio, with the iT319B and iT209B. The iT319B is a 3.1-channel speaker system with built-in subwoofer and SRS TruSound technology, that will upconvert DVDs to 1080p. It also features 10 radio station presets and a remote for controlling the speaker and your docked iPod. The line-in jack lets you plug in your other audio devices.

The iT209B is the larger of the pair and has most of the same features as the iT319B. No slot-loading DVD player though, along with the HDMI and upconversion features found in the iT319B.

BenQ offers LED-backlit G920WL and G922HDL displays

Posted in BenQ by Conner Flynn on September 6th, 2009

BenQ offers LED-backlit G920WL and G922HDL displaysBenq is still offering up the green displays. The latest come in the form of the G920WL, a 19-inch 1,440 x 900 display, and the G922HDL which is the same, only 18.5-inches and 1,366 x 768. Both are claiming impressive power efficiency, with their Eco mode using only 10 and 11 watts.

They also come with the company’s new SensEye 3 auto-calibration utility, 250 nits of brightness, 5 millisecond response time, and a real, non-dynamic 1,000:1 contrast ratio. These new G models are all set for immediate release in Europe and Asia.

The Calculator Spy Video Camera

Posted in Spy Gear by Conner Flynn on September 6th, 2009

The Calculator Spy Video CameraIf you want to spy on someone you can’t use a regular camera, that’s spy 101. It has to be in disguise. And this calculator video camera is perfect, It has a hidden wireless camera on the side so that you can discreetly record video and audio of your subject.

It comes with a digital receiver that has a built in LCD screen so you can see what the calculator video camera sees.

Nanotv turns your ipod nano 3g into a television

Posted in iPod Accessories by Conner Flynn on September 6th, 2009

iPod Nano TV/VHS comboWayyyy back in November of 2008, we told you about the iPod Nano TV/VHS combo, which allows you to turn your old ipod nano 3g into a tiny portable television. To refresh your memory, this mini TV-set magnifies your iPod’s screen up to 2.8 inches diagonally. Your iPod connects in the back as shown.

Well, apparently this one is finally available. You can get the NanoTV 3G for about $29.50. We still think it would have been cool to slip your iPod into the VHS slot, but that’s just us.

Scratch-n-Scroll noteable mousepad

Posted in Mouse by Conner Flynn on September 6th, 2009

Scratch-n-Scroll noteable mousepadHere’s a good solution for you folks who use an endless supply of Post-it notes. The Scratch-n-Scroll mousepad from Quirky will help you keep things nice and tidy. The idea is that you can jot down your important notes or messages on the mousepad with just your fingertip.

Then once you have transferred them over to something more permanent, or when you are done with the message entirely, you just lift up the transparent top sheet and let it fall back flat.

Awesome PS4 console design

Posted in Concepts by Conner Flynn on September 6th, 2009

Awesome PS4 console designThe PS4 may be a long way off yet, but designer Tai Chiem already has all of the details worked out and it looks awesome. If only the PlayStation 4 could be like this. It sports a high end touch screen instead of the glossy body that the current generation has. And he’s even incorporated that touchscreen design into the controller, which is really cool.

The design would come in black or white. Hopefully that touchscreen material is scratch-resistant, otherwise your PS4 is going to look nasty in no time. Just to be clear, this is a concept, not an actual product. But we can dream.

Steel ‘velcro’ can handle 35 tons and up to 800 degrees celsius heat

Posted in News by Conner Flynn on September 6th, 2009

Steel 'velcro'And you thought that the velcro on your jacket was impressive. These Velcro fasteners were made by German engineers and can withstand 35 tons of force. Needless to say, these aren’t for your clothes. One side has spikes and the other has steel brushes, so it’s just like real velcro. It can also withstand heat of up to 800 degrees Celsius.

And if you tear these Velcro strips vertically, where it’s stronger, it can hold up to 7 tons. We aren’t sure how much of this stuff it actually takes to support that much weight, but it’s pretty amazing anyway. Especially when you consider that just like everyday Velcro, it can be opened up without specialized tools and used again.

NuVision Lucidium FX5 series LCD HDTV

Posted in HDTV by Conner Flynn on September 4th, 2009

NuVision Lucidium FX5 series LCD HDTVShopping for a new HDTV but can’t decide? The NuVision Lucidium FX5 Series LCD HDTV might help you decide, if you want to buy an HDTV and do some good at the same time. This limited edition 32″ pink LCD HDTV can help with breast cancer.

They donate a portion of each sale to aid breast cancer research. The NuVision Lucidium FX5 Series LCD HDTV feature Film Times Five (FX5) and Frame Forward Motion (FFM) technologies, which should give you a true 120Hz picture with crisp movement.

Epson EH-DM3 karaoke projector

Posted in Projectors by Conner Flynn on September 4th, 2009

Epson EH-DM3 karaoke projectorEpson’s EH-DM3 is an all-in-one portable karaoke projector that will have you singing at the party. It arrives in November for £579 and the unit will play from USB, HDMI, PC, TV tuner, digital cameras and MP3 players. It also features an integrated slot for DVDs and a microphone jack so you can shatter glass and make cats yowl in pain.

Some other features include 2 x 10W built-in speakers, carry handle, 3000:1 contrast and 2000 lumens of brightness.

WaSaBi aluminum DSi cases

Posted in Nintendo DSi by Conner Flynn on September 4th, 2009

WaSaBi aluminum DSi casesThese “WaSaBi” cases from Gametech will dress up your handheld system and add some protection as well. They’ll cost you $27 and they are available now. You have six versions to choose from for your DSi, DS, or PSP.

It beats a plain old one color DSi and yours will look unique. Until someone steals it from you because they also think it looks nice. But until then, by all means enjoy it.