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Robotic Tynamizer Mows Lawn
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Design, Misc. Tech, Science, Videos,
You’ve got your elite with their fancy Swedish Automowers that they adore so much they give them names, and then there are others who take a more ordinary approach by having a robot slave do the work for them, despite the rudeness of the family dog. The video of the Tynamizer is fairly amusing to watch but we were wondering a couple of things. Doesn’t the grass already look fairly short? And what happens when the extension cord runs out?
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Napster Reorganizes
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Corporate News, Music, Portable Audio / Video,
Say hello to the new Napster. Their new music store claims over 6 million DRM-free titles for download with more releases every week. Take advantage of their unlimited $12.95 monthly subscription and receive their Unlimited Music On Demand service free for a week. All MP3s come with high resolution album art and will play on your MP3 player or cellie. Transfer, make playlists, burn CDs, and enjoy the tunes. We hope they have a lot more luck being legal.
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Sony HT-IS100 Audio System
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Home Entertainment, Misc. Tech, Music,
Sony has decided to downsize with their latest speakers. The 5.1 HT-IS100 system has 4 small 43 x 43mm speakers weighing about 70g. With a maximum output of 425 watts, it has a 3-prod HDMI input for the S-Master audio system. The company is also offering their HT-CT100, a 3.1 one speaker combo with one subwoofer, and a front center speaker with a 250W output. We always appreciate when Sony starts thinking mini.
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SanDisk has a new series of USB 2.0 flash memory drives for the mobile phone market. All of them have fast transfer rates and come with a MobileMate Micro Reader. The Mobile Ultra comes in several models, with the microSD 2GB at a price of $34.99, the microSDHC 4GB with a price of $59.99, (8GB for $119.99,) and Memory Stick Micro M2 2GB with an MSRP of $39.99, (4GB for $69.99 and 8GB for $129.99.) SanDisk will help you find the right one to fit your mobile phone online. All of them should be available next month.
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Westinghouse 40-inch HDTV/DVD Combo
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: HDTV, Home Entertainment, Movies,
Take a look at Westinghouse Digital’s 40-inch 1080p Combo. The VK-40F580D HDTV has an optimal resolution of 1920 x 1080 with 16.7 million colors, an integrated front slot load DVD player, preset and custom video modes, and 2 HDMI inputs. It also features their Pixel Direct tech and SpineDesign side connectors. We actually caught a couple of Westinghouse’s displays recently and were pleasantly surprised that the company has its handle on something other than refrigerators.
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Logitech V450 Nano Mouse
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: PC / Laptop, Peripherals, Wireless / WiFi, USB,
Logitech has unveiled its V450 cordless laser mouse for notebooks. It features their Plug-and-Forget Nano-receiver that goes into your USB for charging and can be stored inside the mouse. It has a laser sensor for smooth tracking, 2.4 GHz wireless tech, auto-turn off, and 12 months of battery life. The ergonomic mouse includes sculpted keys and soft rubber grips, and will be available later this month in the U.S. and in July in Europe for $49.99.
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Geostate Trackable Golf Balls
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Design, GPS, Misc. Tech, Science,
Once you acquire your new Shadow Caddy, you will certainly have to purchase Geostate’s golf balls to go with your tech savvy status. The British company uses satellite technology and places chips inside that inform the golfer how fast and far the ball travels, similar to GPS in cars. While an actual product will not be available for a while, Geostate is hoping that eventually the tech can be incorporated into other items such as jogging shoes and pet collars.
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If you are egotistical enough to keep a mirror on your desk or nightstand, you might as well have one that does more than just reflect your handsome/pretty face. The Magic Mirror Clock displays the month, date, hour, and minute when you issue a sound over 80db or touch it. The blue LED clock measures 130 x 130 x 25mm and has an alarm mode, reset and snooze button, and is powered up by 3 AAA batteries (not included.) The mirror/clock carries a MSRP of $20.00.
(Thanks, Fanny)
Read More | gadget4all
Opto-Electronic Design FakeTV
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Home Entertainment, Smart Home, Misc. Tech,
While we all know that burglars usually avoid houses where there appears to be someone in the house, if you don’t have an alarm system or a watch dog, what else can you do to be safe? Opto-Electronic Design claims their FakeTV is the answer. Controlled by computer, the multi-color LED simulates a real 27-inch TV. A built-in light sensor comes on at dusk and turns off automatically when it’s dawn. While we like the idea of saving some energy while keeping our home safe, we are not completely convinced that this is the way to go. We figure if the burglar is looking for a way to get in anyway, he/she is smart enough to notice a phony television set.
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SB Internet Phone Keyboard
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Design, Misc. Tech, Peripherals, USB,
This flexible SB Internet Phone Keyboard has a multi-functional voice communication keyboard, supports Skype, has a built-in mic, speaker, and 2 USB ports. At a size of 340 x 136 x 8mm and a weight of 242g, the peripheral has an ergonomic flat design with concave keycaps, a waterproof silicone surface, and can type silently. Supporting Windows XP/Vista, the keyboard is both storable and portable, and comes with an included cable at a price of $40.00.
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