Archive for September, 2009

Keyboard Keys USB card reader

Posted in USB by Conner Flynn on September 24th, 2009

Keyboard Keys USB card readerThe Keyboard Keys USB Card Reader looks like…Keyboard keys. You might say it’s the key to the whole design concept. That’s what’s key here. The Keyboard Keys USB Card Reader is compatible with USB 2.0 and supports SDHC, SD, micro SDHC, microSD, Sony M2, Memory Stick, and MS duo cards.

The device is shaped like the Enter and Ctrl key. It’s also compatible with Windows and Mac OS and comes in white and blue. These will cost you $12 each.

Archos unveils $500 Tablet

Posted in Archos by Conner Flynn on September 24th, 2009

Archos unveils $500 TabletArchos has finally unleashed more info regarding their upcoming touchscreen tablet, the Archos 9. The announcement comes at the same time as Microsoft’s prototype tablet, called Courier. The 9-inch tablet is powered by an Intel Atom processor, with up to 120GB of disk space, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth connectivity and Microsoft’s Windows 7 operating system.

Some other features include 1GB of RAM, a lithium-ion battery, webcam, and the virtual keyboard. It also comes bundled with software, which includes Microsoft Office and Skype.

Domsai Terrariums make plants look like astronauts

Posted in Home by Conner Flynn on September 24th, 2009

Domsai Terrariums make plants look like astronautsImagine that you land on the moon and that you are just minding your own business, collecting rock samples and playing a round of golf, occasionally driving your rover. And you see plant people coming at you wearing spacesuits. Can you imagine the horror?

I can, thanks to these Domsai Terrariums, which make ordinary plants look like astronauts. Each of these Domsai Terrariums are unique since they are hand-cast and the glass bulbs are mouth-blown. That’s also why they are expensive. They’ll cost you $140. If you want the gold one, it will be an additional $360.

Honda U3-X personal mobility device tips up

Posted in transportation by Shane McGlaun on September 24th, 2009

hondau3xThere are several high tech personal mobility devices floating around. The Segway may be the most notable of the geeky mobility choices out there. Honda has announced one of the strangest personal mobility devices I have seen called the U3-X.

The small device is very compact and portable, but has only one wheel. It looks like something a space age clown should be riding. The device fits between a riders legs, and looks much like a unicycle. The device can move in all directions, including side-to-side and diagonally.

Nintendo goes official with new $199 price for Wii

Posted in Nintendo by Shane McGlaun on September 24th, 2009

wii-sbPretty much everyone has heard by now that the Nintendo Wii is getting a price cut to $199. The cut has been reported as confirmed; but that confirmation was from a third party, not directly from Nintendo.

Nintendo has now gone officially official with the new price cut, which is set to go into effect on Sunday September 27. That is the day that we were expecting the price cut to hit on. I wonder if Nintendo rushed the official announcement out because so many leaks of the new price had been made.

Monster unveils expensive Turbine Pro headset

Posted in Monster by Shane McGlaun on September 24th, 2009

monsterturbineproMonster is a brand that says two things to me when I hear the name — sound quality and expensive. The company has unveiled a new set of headphones called the Monster Turbine Pro that promises professional level sound, but that promise comes at a steep price.

Monster is asking $299.95 for a set of the turbine Pro headphones alone and $329.95 for the headphones with the Monster ControlTalk headphone cable. For that much loot, you get a set of headphones that are tuned to offer the kind of reference quality professional musician’s demand.

PS3 Slim sells 1M units in 3 weeks

Posted in Sony by Shane McGlaun on September 24th, 2009

ps3slim250I think most gamers knew that when the PS3 Slim was unveiled at the $299 price point that the other console makers would have to cut prices to compete. Microsoft shortly after matched the $299 price and Nintendo has now gone official with a new $199 price of the Wii.

If you have any doubts that the new price would mean robust sales for the PS3 Slim, let them go now. Sony announced that since the price cut went into effect three weeks ago the PS3 Slim has now sold 1 million units worldwide.

Starbucks unveils iPhone apps

Posted in iPhone Accessories by Conner Flynn on September 24th, 2009

Starbucks unveils iPhone appsPizza Hut has their own iPhone app, so why not Starbucks? The first application is called myStarbucks and is basically a store locater and beverage information tool. Users can use it to check the nutrition value of the coffee or food that Starbucks offers. Good luck with that.

The other app helps users pay off the remaining credit on their cards, allowing one to transfer money into it. Starbucks hopes that the iPhone applications will give users a faster way to order, thereby making more sales.

TomTom car kit for iPhone 3GS

Posted in GPS by Conner Flynn on September 24th, 2009

TomTom car kit for iPhone 3GSHere’s one for you weary road travelers who use your iPhone 3GS as your main navigation device while driving. TomTom has introduced a car kit for the iPhone 3GS in the UK Apple Store and it’s available for pre-order.

It will run you £100 along with an up to a three week wait before shipping gets underway. For that price, you get the TomTom navigation app for your iPhone 3GS or 3G and a docking kit to keep your iPhone secure on your dashboard or windshield.

HTC HD2 aka Leo launching October 12th

Posted in HTC by Conner Flynn on September 24th, 2009

HTC HD2 aka Leo launching October 12thThere’s news today that the HTC HD2 is launching on October 12th. The HD2 was previously known as the HTC Leo. The smartphone runs Windows Mobile 6.5 and sports a 4.3 inch capacitive touchscreen that runs at a resolution of 800 x 480 pixels.

The HD2 will run the TouchFlo 3D navigation overlay. According Engadget’s tipster, the O2 intranet site lists the “HTC HD2″ on its future products list with an October 12th launch date.

USB Man in gold and silver

Posted in USB Flash Drives by Conner Flynn on September 24th, 2009

USB Man in gold and silverThis guy makes quite a statement no? Rumor has it that a UFO Landed in 1947. A ramp unfolded. A door opened. And from the bright light and smoke, the USB man emerged, making contact with humanity. He is a race of 1. He is stronger than you, shinier than you and your wife is now his.

Beer courses through his veins and he pees a chemical compound that will fuel our civilization and end the energy crisis forever. Just because he can. The first human to see him reverted back to a primate state, approached by bounding on all fours, let out a chimp screech and knocked on his shiny exterior before quickly scurrying away. He’s that awesome.

Apple is ready with a redesigned iMac line

Posted in iMac by Conner Flynn on September 24th, 2009

Apple is ready with a redesigned iMac lineThe Holiday season is upon us, so it makes sense that Apple would be ready to offer its 2009 Mac product line. According to Apple Insider, it could happen as early as this month. We’re talking a new line of iMacs with more stylish enclosures and some other added features not previously available.

Apparently, the new all-in-one, dual-core desktops were finalized earlier in September and have been rolling off the product lines for about two weeks. A thinner chassis and lower prices are expected. We may even see Blu-Ray.

Touch Wood prototype phone

Posted in Mobile Phones by Conner Flynn on September 24th, 2009

Touch Wood prototype phoneNTT DOCOMO is going green with the announcement of a cellphone prototype manufactured using surplus wood from trees that are culled during thinning operations to maintain healthy forests. The Touch Wood has a name that is ripe for jokes and happens to be shaped like a bean.

The prototype was developed in a partnership between Sharp, Olympus and “more trees,” a reforestation project that was founded by musician Ryuichi Sakamoto. The body is cypress wood and is said to be very durable and resistant to water, insects and mildew, thanks to 3D compression molding. Each handset is unique, with it’s own grain patterns and natural color.

Final Fantasy XIII PlayStation 3

Posted in PS3 by Conner Flynn on September 24th, 2009

Final Fantasy XIII PlayStation 3Final Fantasy fans will want to save up their money for this one. At the Tokyo Game Show press conference today, Final Fantasy XIII producer Yoshinori Kitase unveiled the special FFXIII-themed limited edition PlayStation 3.

As you can see, the FFXIII PS3 is pink on white, with a “Lightning” theme along with FFXIII branding. Under the hood, it will be a 250GB model. If you don’t mind the pink, then consider this a Christmas present to yourself. It’ll be available on December 17 in Japan.

PSPGo Converter Cable looks ridiculous

Posted in PSP Go! by Conner Flynn on September 24th, 2009

PSPGo Converter Cable looks ridiculousThe PSP Go isn’t compatible with your current PSP accessories, but Sony has come up with a solution. A ridiculously huge solution. Peripherals like the 1Seg Tuner and GPS Receiver will be able to fit in the Go’s proprietary “Multi use connector.”

The “cable” will wrap around the system, so that PSP Go owners can plug new devices into it. Doesn’t look so portable with the added bulk. Apparently this design is not final and it’s a prototype. Thank god. Hopefully they trim this thing down.