Roland Houses New Piano Models with SuperNATURAL Piano Sound Engine
Posted by David on July 31, 2010 ·
Roland has given four instruments in their new line-up an updated SuperNATURAL Piano sound engine for improved velocity response, note decay and key-range behavior as well as more realistic ivory and ebony keys. These key models are part of Roland’s home digital piano family, and promise to make them sound more authentic, and provide a more natural feel with the keys. Roland’s new sound [...]
Samsung Epic 4G Approaching Launch
Posted by David on July 31, 2010 ·
Samsung and Sprint will be introducing the latest 4G smartphone, the Epic 4G. Steve Elfman, President of Sprint’s Network Operations and Wholesale, said in a press statement that Sprint has indeed taken another major leap forward by announcing a smartphone which is 4G capable. According to his statement, Samsung Epic 4G joins a prestigious and high-end portfolio of devices that offer high-def [...]
Skype Background VoIP for iPhone
Posted by David on July 31, 2010 ·
Users of Skype for the iPhone can now receive background Skype calls while using iOS 4 on the iPhone 4 and 3GS. A notification will pop up, which you can then answer while continuing to use other apps. Best of all, they won’t be charging for using the feature over 3G. The new Skype Background VoIP for iPhone is a premier app for Apple’s 4th generation iPhone, and will be an even bigger selling [...]
Nike Boom App- Serious Tunes For Serious Athletes
Posted by David on July 31, 2010 ·
Apple’s mobile products certainly got its start with music, and with the iPhone, iPod Touch, and Android becoming a core workout accessory, all the major sports brands are looking to cash in on this market with workout companion apps, all with a focus to motivate and help track performance. Nike Boom is a free app that syncs your music with your workouts to help keep you focused and motivated. [...]
Verizon’s Samsung Haven….For Seniors
Posted by David on July 31, 2010 ·
Verizon Wireless has launched the senior-friendly Samsung Haven. The Haven is being marketed to older folks and those with challenging eyesight. The Haven’s adjustable fonts, 2.2 inch easy-to-read display, well-being and medical management tools, and a dedicated In Case of Emergency (ICE) button will bode well with those needing some help seeing their phones buttons and toggles. The flip phone [...]
Sharp to Push Video and Audio in XMDF for Upcoming eReaders
Posted by dnovak on July 30, 2010 ·
Sharp has announced that its XMDF (ever-eXtending Mobile Document Format) standard will be a digital platform for e-book distribution with compatible reader devices to be launched possibly within the year. While the XMDF format has been in use for years already, primarily within Japan, this new ‘Next generation’ format makes it very suitable for the eBook and eReader market. Previously [...]
Lexar 128GB Echo SE USB Drive Backs Whole Hard Drive In a Snap
Posted by dnovak on July 30, 2010 ·
Lexar’s new 128GB Echo SE USB Drive plugs in to your USB port, and begins to automatically backup every single document, video, and MP3 on your laptop without a single input from you. It’s compatible with both OSX and Windows. and will totally backup everything assuming you don’t have more than 128GB of data. It’s available now for $349.99. Here’s Lexar’s release…. Lexar [...]
HP Loves Palm and webOS, Passes on Windows 7
Posted by dnovak on July 30, 2010 ·
HP has passed on entertaining Windows Phone 7 software for their much anticipated handset line. As you know, HP recently acquired Palm and has made several strong statements and a stubborn stance to develop Palm’s webOS into several new additions, not just with smartphones, but tablets and other devices. HP’s real vision is “connectivity”, and they think they’ve [...]
Flowlab Flowboard Skateboard
Posted by dnovak on July 30, 2010 ·
The Flowlab Skateboard, or more accurately the Flowboard, was born out of an effort to design a board for San Francisco riders that tackles the steep slopes of this famous city. Simply put, it can immitate the feel of snowboarding, accomplished by the board’s 14-wheel design, which gives riders the ability to lean the board up to 45° angles versus a skateboard’s typical 25° max pitch. The [...]
New Lumix digital cameras from Panasonic
Posted by dnovak on July 29, 2010 ·
Several Lumix cameras from Panasonic have been introduced, all with SDXC card compatibility and include a host of automated settings for auto-piliot-like functionality. Starting with the DMC- LX5, it features an ultra-bright, F2.0 ultra-wide-angle 24mm LEICA DC VARIO-SUMMICRON lens with 3.8x optical and 4x digital zoom. Like its predecessor, the LX3, the LX5 features a 10.1 megapixel CCD , as well [...]
Posted by David on July 29, 2010 ·
A-DATA’s new N909 Flash Drive combines USB with eSATA connection, which allows for up to 90MB/sec (read) and 50MB/sec (write) speeds. It’s also compatible with regular USB 2.0 drives as well at a reduced transfer rate. The new A-DATA N909 Flash Drive is available in 16GB, 32GB and 64GB capacities, but pricing has yet to be announced. Here’s the release…… ADATA Launched [...]
Clicgear Pushcart 3.0
Posted by David on July 29, 2010 ·
From the company who brought you the Clicgear Pushcart 2.0, Clicgear has come out with a next-gen version appropriately called the Clicgear Pushcart 3.0. The difference between the Clicgear Pushcart 3.0 and its predecessor is the larger console. The beverage holder now attaches to one of 3 accessory mounts located on the side of the console, freeing up space for a larger glove box. It also has [...]
Fujifilm Debuts 4 New FinePix’s
Posted by David on July 29, 2010 ·
Fujifilm is introducing 4 new models to the FinePix Line-up, all with panoramic image sweep, 720p high definition video feature and optional AA-battery power. Beginning with the 4.1 x 2.3 x 1.3 inch FinePix F300EXR, this camera features a 15x Fujinon Super Wide-Angle (24mm – 360mm equivalent) lens with a Super EBC coating. There’s also a 12-megapixel Super CCD EXR sensor, which has the [...]
iPhone 4 Makes it to 17 More Countries
Posted by David on July 29, 2010 ·
Apple will launch the iPhone 4 in 17 more countries this Friday, broadening the product into Europe and and other countries and continents including Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, Hong Kong, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, New Zealand, Singapore, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland. The White iPhone 4 is still on hold for everyone. Here’s the release…. iPhone [...]
Barnes & Noble Nook App For Android Available Now
Posted by David on July 29, 2010 ·
The Barnes & Noble’s Nook e-reader officially released its app for Android smartphones. Android phones running 1.6 or higher can download the app, which gives them access to the Nook’s entire e-library, and lets them resume wherever they left off in a book on the Nook or computer. The biggest feature over Amazon’s Kindle app, since they’re so similar, is “Lend to a Friend,” which gives [...]
Acer S1 Series LCD Monitors
Posted by dnovak on July 28, 2010 ·
Acer’s new S1 series of LCD Monitors are only 13mm and 15mm thick, and available in 20-, 21.5- and 23-inch sizes. The S1 series includes a 1080p resolution for the 21.5-inch and 23-inch models. Other specifications include a 12,000,000:1 (dynamic) contrast ratio, 5ms response time, 250 nits brightness, 16.7m colors, LED backlight, and Energy Star 5.0 certification. The 23-inch version gets an [...]
Seagate GoFlex Home Storage Solution
Posted by dnovak on July 28, 2010 ·
Seagate has announced a new centralized wireless home storage and backup addition to its FreeAgent GoFlex hard drive solutions- the single-drive GoFlex Home storage system. Its ease to setup and use, the ability to connect and wirelessly share USB printers or other devices, remote file access and a modular approach to higher capacity upgrades make it a powerful home solution. The Seagate’s new [...]
HP webOS tablet Palmpad
Posted by dnovak on July 28, 2010 ·
According to recent documentation, HP has recently submitted a trademark application for the term “Palmpad”, a brand name that might be HP’s first version of a webOS tablet. The application form lists the target goods/services as “Computers, computer hardware, computer software, computer peripherals, portable computers, handheld and mobile computers, PDAs, electronic notepads, mobile digital [...]
OCZ Intros World’s fastest 4GB DDR3, 2133MHz Memory Modules
Posted by dnovak on July 28, 2010 ·
OCZ Technology has unveiled its fastest 4GB DDR3 RAM modules yet. Capable of reaching frequencies up to 2133MHz and CL 10-10-10-30 timing, OCZ’s new modules are available in 4GB, 8GB Dual Channel and 12GB Triple Channel kits and feature a liquid cooling system and aluminum fins for maximum heat dissipation. Due to the growth in High Definition and High Quality media, OCZ says it has designed the [...]
MultiEducator.net & Mark Schulman Bring Rich Visual Civil War and Constitution to iPad
Posted by dnovak on July 28, 2010 ·
Civil War and Constitution are the latest releases from Multi-Educator’s History on the Go Series. Each is an application containing a diverse, comprehensive multimedia collection of the most important documents in the history of America. More than just an eBook with links, each program gives users an enhanced visual, interactive audio and visual education experience, using the unique capabilities [...]
Mac mini gets the Colorware treatment
Posted by dnovak on July 27, 2010 ·
Colorware has been splashing its paint about again, and come up with this: a custom version of Apple’s Mac mini. All the usual hues are available, with solid, metallic and pearl palettes together with regular or soft-touch finishes, and you can choose different colors for the aluminum chassis and the Apple logo. Pricing varies: if you send in your own Mac mini then the custom paint-job will [...]
Bulova Introduces SpaceView
Posted by dnovak on July 27, 2010 ·
This just in from Bulova…… Bulova is celebrating its 50-year anniversary of their revolutionary Accutron timepiece, and unveiling a limited edition replica of the original alpha case of the Accutron Spaceview 214, but incorporating a new groundbreaking timekeeping technology in the replica known as Precisionist. Originally sold as a selling aid for retailers and not for commercial sale, [...]
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ITG WideView Video Glasses Cram 62-inches into your Eyes
Posted by dnovak on July 27, 2010 ·
ITG-WideView is the worlds first video glasses to offer true 16:9 wide screen display as well as wireless operation. The WideViews really outrank other video glasses I’ve looked at. The screen shows significantly more real estate, and you can tell right when you put them on. The clarity, color and depth of the picture is stunning as well. Enjoying what looks like HD is a treat, and with [...]
Windows Phone 7 Preview
Posted by dnovak on July 27, 2010 ·
Microsoft’s Windows Phone 7 won’t be introduced until Fall, but test units are out and about, and reviews are starting to surface. Among some well-known blogs, below is a list of some discerning remarks on Microsoft’s re-entry into the smartphone world: UI is a change from iPhone and Android, with a style all its own The touch screen is very responsive, and the virtual [...]
iHome iA100Ze iPad Alarm Clock Dock
Posted by dnovak on July 27, 2010 ·
The iHome’s iA100ZE is an app-enhanced, Bluetooth-enabled FM radio alarm clock for iPad, iPhone and iPod touch. There’s a free iHome+Sleep app download from iTunes, which offers custom alarms, sleep stats, social media alerts, weather, overnight news and more. You can adjust alarms, snooze times and EQ settings via the easy touch interface. Coveted Bongiovi Digital Power Station circuitry provides [...]
Magellan Debuts Three New eXplorist GPS Receivers
Posted by dnovak on July 27, 2010 ·
Magellan introduced three new GPS devices today as part of their Explorist line, with some interactive features perfect for outdoor explorers. In addition to GPS navigation, the Explorist 710, 610 and 510 all take 3.2MP photos that are automatically geotagged for location, which can be viewed on its 3-inch LCD touchscreen. You can also record audio notes on specific locations with the included microphone. [...]
Standivarius Aero laptop stand is thin and very lightweight
Posted by dnovak on July 26, 2010 ·
Standivarius has a new laptop stand that is crazy thin and light making it very portable. The stand is called the Aero, weighs only 135g, and is 2.5mm thick when folded. The thin stand promises to be set up and ready to sue in two seconds. The Aero can be attached to the bottom of your notebook so you always have the stand when you need it. It appears that some sort of hook and loop closure material [...]
Bramo Introduces Empulse 100mph 100% Electric Motorcycle
Posted by dnovak on July 26, 2010 ·
The new electric Bramo Empulse will reach speeds of 100mph, and will be available in three versions: 6.0, 8.0 and 10.0. Each number represents the model’s range, with 6=60 miles 8=80 miles and so forth. The Empulse will be available next summer and cost $10,000, $12,000 and $13,000 respectively. It’s the first production electric motorcycle to have a water cooled motor. You can place your [...]
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Freerider Skatecycle by Brooklyn Workshop
Posted by dnovak on July 26, 2010 ·
The Freerider Skatecycle is a two-wheeled recreational vehicle that combines the “foot control of snowboarding, the balanced turning of skateboarding, and the nimble, undulating movements of casterboarding.” This product won a bronze medal in the 2010 International Design Excellence Awards. It frame is made of solid aluminum with body parts made of a durable composite. It features two slip-resistant [...]
Canon Intros new Dual-Flash VIXIA HF M32 Camcorder
Posted by dnovak on July 26, 2010 ·
Canon’s new edition to their VIXIA line of camcorders is the VIXIA HF M32. It can record up to 24-hours of continuous footage on its 64GB internal memory, but should the main storage medium become full, the camcorder can automatically switch over to whatever memory card is sitting in the SDXC slot. The VIXIA HF M32 records MPEG4-AVC/H.264 format video at a maximum resolution of around 2304 [...]