Archive for December, 2010

Droid Pro dropped to $50 on contract by Best Buy Mobile

Posted in Motorola by Conner Flynn on December 5th, 2010

Now you have yet another reason to get you into a Best Buy Mobile store this month. A deeply discounted Droid Pro. How does that sound? Motorola’s Android 2.2 handset launched at $179.99 with the usual two-year Verizon contract and is now available for purchase for exactly $130 less at Best Buy’s mobile outlets.

Both the online and brick-and-mortar stores will let you have one for $49.99 and a 24-month contract. Talk about a great deal. Get thee to BB Mobile quickly.

360 degree 3D camera works like an insect’s eye

Posted in 3D by Conner Flynn on December 5th, 2010

This alien looking device is actually a new type of 3D camera that offers a 360 degree panoramic view of its location. What many people do not know is that “3D TV” is not really 3D at all, It’s stereoscopic TV, because if you move your head to the side, your perspective doesn’t change.

But this device could change that by allowing for changes of perspective while delivering a three dimensional image. I’m no scientist but it has something to do with how the multiple lens array lets you determine the distance to any object in the image. It could offer our future a truer 3D experience.

Veho Pebble Smartskin for iPad will give you 500 hours of juice

Posted in iPad accessories by Conner Flynn on December 5th, 2010

The Veho Pebble Smartskin for the iPad is a case that not only protects your iPad but also charges it up when you need some extra juice. The Pebble comes with a 6000mah battery charger embedded inside a super soft silicone skin doubling its battery life by giving it an amazing 500 hours of standby time.

It also has an additional neoprene case for added protection. That’s a serious iPad case. The Veho Pebble Smartskin for the iPad will cost you £49.99 ($78) at Firebox UK and should be headed to the US soon as well.

Android Market gets ‘Related’ apps tab without Android 2.3

Posted in Android by Conner Flynn on December 5th, 2010

Google has updated its Android Marketplace to deliver the highly requested ‘Related’ tab to help shoppers looking for similar apps. The feature which makes apps more easily discoverable, was at first thought to be unique to the forthcoming Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) update. But users with a Droid 2 and Nexus One running Android 2.2 (Froyo) have discovered the tab appear on their devices overnight.

However, judging by the initial screenshots, the accuracy of the recommendations seems to need more tweaking. Users have reported finding related apps that are more relevant to their search up to a page down.

GoSmart Clip mounts your iPhone to your steering wheel

Posted in iPhone Accessories by Conner Flynn on December 5th, 2010

Even though it isn’t a good idea to use your smartphone while driving, we sure come up with many ways to do just that. The key is to make it convenient and safe and practical to do so. The GoSmart clip holds your iPhone without compromising the touch screen, while an elastic watch strap allows you to secure it on the steering wheel, freeing your hands for safe driving.

It’s also compatible with all current generation PDAs or iPhones. The GoSmart clip sells for $39.95 at Amazon and appears to be well worth it if it makes you safer.

Apple Compact Wired Keyboard Discontinued

Posted in Apple by Conner Flynn on December 5th, 2010

Bad news for some Apple fans. Apple has discontinued their Compact Wired Keyboard. The part number for the keyboard is MB869LL/A and it has been removed from Apple’s store. However, you can still purchase the Apple Compact Wired Keyboard on Amazon for $49.99 if you really want one.

This keyboard features a compact design of the Apple Wireless Keyboard along with a few USB 2.0 ports. The wired numberpad version is still available.

Clear launches new WiMAX router with integrated WiFi

Posted in Modems by Conner Flynn on December 5th, 2010

CLEAR has launched a new modem to use with its WiMAX service for the home or small-office users. It features an integrated WiFi b/g/n radio for sharing the 4G connection with several users, a Beceem BCS5250 WiMAX chipset, internal 5dB average gain antenna, an Ethernet port and a WAN port for using the router with a cable/DSL modem.

The device is now available for $120 or $7 per month. You can get month-to-month or two-year agreements, with service plans starting at $35 a month and you can add CLEAR Voice for $15 a month.

Dell Inspiron One 2310 AI45T-R All-In-One Desktop

Posted in Dell by Conner Flynn on December 5th, 2010

Dell has released a new all-in-one desktop PC called the Inspiron One 2310 AI45T-R. This machine will save you a bunch of room on your desk and features a 23-inch 1920 x 1080 LED-backlit display along with a 2.4GHz Intel Core i3-370M processor.

Other features include Intel graphics HD, 4GB DDR3 RAM, a 500GB hard drive, a 2.0-megapixel webcam, a DVD burner, a TV tuner, WiFi, an HDMI port and it come pre-loaded with Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit. Nothing yet on price.

Man claims Motorola Droid 2 exploded in his ear

Posted in News by Conner Flynn on December 5th, 2010


The Motorola Droid 2, like a rookie soldier in Vietnam, has just claimed it’s first ear. The Droid 2 used by Aron Embry of Texas supposedly blew up on him when he was getting into his car. In an interview with Fox4 he claims, “I heard a pop. I didn’t feel any pain initially. I pulled the phone down. I felt something dripping. I realized that it was probably was blood.”

He goes on to explain: “As I got into the bathroom and once I got to the mirror and saw it, it was only then I kinda looked at my phone and noticed the screen had appeared to burst outward.” Maybe the phone didn’t like his death grip?

Kaleidescape Cinema One DVD movie server

Posted in movies by Conner Flynn on December 5th, 2010

Kaleidescape’s Cinema One is the company’s most affordable movie server to date, but still costs $4,999. It can store up to 225 DVDs or 2,500 CDs for instant access and sports some kid-friendly features, like an included junior remote in addition to the standard version, which triggers a simplified system UI.

Support for toddlers is nice, but there’s no Blu-ray support or Netflix streaming for that price. At least rich kids can feel important with their junior remote as they navigate this $4,999 box and watch some Spongebob.

Flix on Stix video-rental kiosks would replace DVDs with USB drives

Posted in movies by Conner Flynn on December 4th, 2010

Flix on Stix is looking to take on Redbox by making DVD rentals available on USB memory drives. Flix on Stix would allow renters to either rent at a Flix on Stix kiosk with their own memory drive or get one from the kiosk. The company is hoping to start service within the next several months and they plan to grow to 20,000 kiosks in a year.

The touchscreen kiosk will let users select the movie, pay with a credit card, and then insert their own or get a provided USB drive for their rental. The company says that USB 3.0 drives can take as little as 14 seconds for transferring the file and USB 1.0 drives can take as long as 6 minutes. Pricing varies by the number of days you want to rent, and after the rental period expires the video will delete itself.

TDK Life On Record High Quality Boomboxes

Posted in music by Conner Flynn on December 4th, 2010

TDK is offering their Life On Record line of products, which include a great build quality and industrial design that includes elements like aluminum, a retro look and a graphic equalizer. They can be connected to music players and USB drives.

The three speaker Boombox will cost you $499. All of the items look absolutely awesome. If you want to get all the details, keep an eye on TDK’s website. Their Life On Record page should be up very soon. We hope to see more devices in this style.

Photofast iPADock Docking Station for iPad and iPhone

Posted in iPad accessories by Conner Flynn on December 3rd, 2010

Japanese company PhotoFast has introduced the iPADock, which can accommodate combinations of devices like two iPads at once, four iPhones at once, or you can mix it up and have one iPad and two iPhones. You can also use iPADock to charge up your iPad, iPod Touch, iPod Nano and iPod Classic.

Other features include seven USB ports, a connector for the iPad camera connection kit and a memory card that supports SD, SDHC, mini SD, mini SDHC, micro SD and micro SDHC. The Photofast iPADock will cost you £74.99 ($116).

Microsoft planning TV service for Xbox Live subscribers?

Posted in Xbox 360 by Conner Flynn on December 3rd, 2010

Looks like Microsoft is planning to reward it’s most loyal customers. How? Word is that there may be a dedicated TV channel for Xbox Live users coming. The channel will offer brand new shows as well as old ones. It’s possible that Fox TV is involved so it might actually offer decent content.

The channel idea was apparently pitched by Peter Chernin, an ex News Corp. President. So far the subscription prices will rise by just $1 or $2. So, what do you think? Is this something you want?

Sony offers BRAVIA TV with built-in PS2 console

Posted in Sony by Conner Flynn on December 3rd, 2010

Sony isn’t finished with the PS2 yet. The company has released a TV that features a built-in PS2 console. The Sony BRAVIA KDL-22PX300 offers a 22-inch display and a disc slot at the base for PS2 games and DVDs.

The games will only run in standard definition, but the TV itself is capable of supporting 720p and offers four HDMI ports, three USB sockets, a SCART socket, PC input and support for component cable. There’s also built-in Freeview and two Ethernet ports for online access to sites like YouTube. It’s available now for GBP200 (or $312).