New Gadgets - Part 78

Dual Shock 3 Finally Available

Posted by David on December 31, 2009 · 0 Comment

One thing that the awesome PS3 Controller lacked was the Rumble Effect ! Such a basic feature was missed by all gamers. Sony had announced plans for a revised Controller with Rumble Effect around 1 Month back. The news is that finally, the Sony Playstation Dual Shock 3 Controller is available for retail in major retail stores. The price is same as announced at 54.99$ Also Sony has announced its new [...]

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Novint Falcon

Posted by David on December 31, 2009 · 0 Comment

Novint Falcon is the newest game controller which is designed to provide full control over gaming consuls while offering a wider array of applications that makes this device a better substitute for joysticks and mouse. This game controller features a 3-dimensional feedback which provides a more realistic experience for hard-core gamers. This technology is complemented by the unrestricted control system [...]

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ASUS ROG CG6190 Gaming PC

Posted by David on December 31, 2009 · 0 Comment

ASUS, a company renowned for pioneering netbooks, has recently introduced its latest product called ROG CG6190 which is a computer specifically designed to meet the demands of hard-core gamers. This gaming PC features Intel’s latest technology called Core i7 processor which has been integrated with X58 Express chipset, allowing this computer to provide impressive performance speed. Intel’s Core [...]

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Nintendo DSi

Posted by David on December 31, 2009 · 0 Comment

Japanese electronic giant Nintendo has recently introduced the third and latest model in its series of DS gaming consoles. The Nintendo DSi has multiple media solutions which has revolutionized the whole concept of gaming console. Featuring two VGA 0.3-megapixel cameras, this handheld gaming device can take pictures (which may not be as impressive with its low pixel quality). The first camera is located [...]

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Magellan Triton Series

Posted by David on December 31, 2009 · 0 Comment

Magellan, a company which manufactures global positioning system (GPS) devices, has introduced its latest products called Triton series which feature cutting-edge technology that revolutionized the concept of digital mapping. The Triton series comes in six models, Triton 200, Triton 300, Triton 400, Triton 1500, and Triton 2000. Triton 200 features colored widescreen display which allows users to see [...]

Filed in: Car Gadget, External Articles

TomTom Rider

Posted by David on December 31, 2009 · 0 Comment

For motorbike fanatics and hard-core riders, there is a new product for them that will surely change the way they travel with this two-wheel vehicle. The TomTom Rider is the most innovative motorcycle which features the latest technology which will revolutionize the way people travel. This motorbike features a Global positioning System (GPS) which will assist riders to easily travel and navigate any [...]

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Actiontec zControl Home Management System

Posted by David on December 31, 2009 · 0 Comment

Actiontec, the leading manufacturer of digital entertainment devices, products and services which provide wireless telecommunication, has introduced its product called zControl which is a home management system that is designed to provide full control with home devices which include lights, garden sprinklers, security cameras, gates and doors, automatic shading system (curtains), thermostats, etc.. This [...]

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Wooden Canon USB Speaker Plugs

Posted by David on December 31, 2009 · 0 Comment

Wooden toys are not as popular as they use, but wood products still have an organic appeal, and the wood cannon USB speaker plugs are a good example of that appeal. Although the canon USB speaker plugs are not as shiny as others speaker plugs on the market, the device is still attractive. The Wooden Canon USB plugs work by being plugged into the USB port and can be used as an individual speaker. The [...]

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Japanese Researcher Unveils $2 Million Hummingbird Robot

Posted by David on December 31, 2009 · 0 Comment

A Japanese researcher from the Chiba University in Japan, Professor Hiroshi Liu, has unveiled a hummingbird robot that cost over $2 million to develop. The robot is about the size of a real hummingbird and it can fly like a real one, and flap its wings at up to thirty times per second, it has four wings and a micro motor which powers the wings. The hummingbird robot is controlled via infrared , and [...]

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The Cipher Drinking Glasses

Posted by David on December 31, 2009 · 1 Comment

The Cipher Drinking Glasses were designed by Damjan Stankovic. The glasses are a brilliant concept. The Cipher Drinking Glasses have a multitude of brightly colored dots that will form into a pattern that spells out a word depending what the drink is. The glasses will be able to intelligently detect the type of liquid being held and recognize beverages like milk, orange juice, and Coca Cola. Even the [...]

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The Ambient Umbrella

Posted by David on December 31, 2009 · 0 Comment

It may not be necessary to gather constant updates on the weather from television if you have an Ambient umbrella. The Ambient umbrella is a technologically advanced gadget that keeps people savvy about the possibilities of bad weather. The umbrella works by illuminating the handle of the umbrella if snow, thunderstorms, rain, or drizzle is in the forecast. Each weather system has a different light [...]

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The Table and Tennis

Posted by David on December 31, 2009 · 0 Comment

Some companies have a naturally relaxed atmosphere and encourage their employees to work hard and play just as hard. The Table and Tennis is a classy and beautiful office table that doubles as a place to play ping-pong. Converting the table from business meetings into gaming is simple. Attaching a net and opening a special paddle-and-ball drawer allows people to switch from business to pleasure. The [...]

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New Garmin Oregon 450 and 450T

Posted by David on December 31, 2009 · 1 Comment

Garmin recently announced a couple of new editions to their flagship GPS line, the Garmin Oregon 450, and Garmin Oregon 450T. They both feature a bright 3″ color display, newly added user-selectable dashboards, enhanced track navigation, and also high-speed USB for faster map transfers. You’ve still got the photo navigation and the 3-axis tilt-compensated electronic compass, which is a must if [...]

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WaveBox Portable Microwave Oven

Posted by David on December 31, 2009 · 0 Comment

The impact of the microwave oven could be compared to the invention of sliced-bread. How could we ever get along without it these days. It can reheat frozen food or cook raw food in a fraction of the time required of a conventional oven and has brought the convenience of preparing food to new levels. Now a portable microwave oven offers those same capabilities to people who need to prepare food away [...]

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Purse Lights

Posted by David on December 31, 2009 · 0 Comment

The purse….what can you say about it? Every woman has one, and some men are catching on to the convenience of a ”carry-all”. But with such a universal product, the design itself has stuck to a tried-and-true mold: A big handbag that opens in the center. I guess the world has accepted this concept, but what it lacks is good accessibility to your stuff. The pocket is usually [...]

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Lenovo Multimedia Remote

Posted by David on December 31, 2009 · 0 Comment

The Lenovo Multimedia Remote has 2.4GHz Wireless Keyboard with a trackball combo. It’s designed to be used with your palm, and as a result of design engineering, it’s sculpted with a compact style. This wireless remote has a range of 10 meters, and is nice for living room multimedia. You can connect this to a Window XP, Vista or 7 load PC with a USB dongle, but I’m assuming that means [...]

Filed in: Computers

Adidas miCoach

Posted by David on December 31, 2009 · 0 Comment

On January 7th, Adidas will officially unveil the miCoach, a series of products and apparel designed offering personalized online fitness tracking and electronic helper gadgets to bridge the real world/online gap. The Adidas miCoach system ($70-$140) is like a more advanced Nike+ system. Simply plug in your fitness goals at the MiCoach website, and sync up either the MiCoach Pacer — which offers [...]

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Ivan Poupryev Lumen physical 3D display [Video]

Posted by David on December 29, 2009 · 0 Comment

We were already thinking about 3D displays, what with the Blu-ray Association’s new 3D HD specification, but Ivan Poupryev’s Lumen prototype takes things one tactile step further. His concept involves an array of physically moving pixels, each of which can independently light up and extend out from the screen. As well as moving, undulating shapes, there’s also a sensor layer on top which [...]

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Transgear TGP-701MG digital photo frame uses your cellphone to get online

Posted by David on December 29, 2009 · 0 Comment

We give digital photo frames a hard time here at SlashGear; it’ll take integrated WiFi just to get you through the door, normally, since we reckon that’s a must-have feature these days. Even more appealing is integrated 3G, and while the TransTechnology Transgear TGP-701MG may not quite manage to make it internal, this 7-inch Japanese photo frame does at least offer a way to get online. Instead [...]

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iRex DR800SG ebook reader “experience unexpected delays”; no news on a release date

Posted by David on December 29, 2009 · 0 Comment

What with the battle between the Kindle and the nook, we’d forgotten all about the iRex DR800SG. First tipped to arrive on the market by October, the 3G-enabled 8.1-inch touchscreen ebook reader is now several months late and that doesn’t seem to be changing any time soon; according to a company spokesperson, the DR800SG “has experienced unexpected delays” and iRex are not yet announcing [...]

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Motorola XT701 (aka Sholes) plus MT710 and XT800 Android smartphones get official

Posted by David on December 29, 2009 · 0 Comment

Honestly, you sit around waiting for one Motorola tablet and a few drop into your lap at once. SlashGear reader Dion flagged up three new Motorola devices seemingly headed for the Chinese market, including one which looks to be the touchscreen handset formerly known as the Sholes: the Motorola XT701, the MT710 and finally the XT800. All three run Android and have sizeable 3.7-inch 854 x 480 displays [...]

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ICD Ultra 7-inch Tegra T20 Android tablet announced

Posted by David on December 29, 2009 · 0 Comment

ICD’s 15-inch Android Vega tablet had us curious enough about the company, and now they’ve surprised us even more by unveiling a second Android-based device. The ICD Ultra has a 7-inch touchscreen, integrated 3G, WiFi b/g and Bluetooth 2.1, and like the Notion Ink smartpad we showed you yesterday, it uses an NVIDIA Tegra T20 chipset. Where the Vega is intended for at-home use, serving up your [...]

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ICD Ultra Android tablet gets fondled

Posted by David on December 29, 2009 · 0 Comment

The ICD Ultra 7-inch Tegra T20 Android powered tablet has already been introduced and we have talked a bit about it already. The slick little tablet runs Android and packs in lots of other features like Bluetooth, 3G, and WiFi connectivity. The little tablet also sports the NVIDIA Tegra T20 chipset. Engadget went hands on with the tablet and the thing looks even cooler sporting the silver speaker grates [...]

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LG shows off scant 2.6mm thick 42-inch LCD

Posted by David on December 29, 2009 · 0 Comment

At CES in January 2009, thin TVs were everywhere. It seemed like each day of the show one company or another was talking about the world’s thinnest TV. It seems that at CES 2010 we are set to see some thin TVs as well. LG unveiled a massively thin LCD screen today that is only 2.6mm thick. Despite how thin it is the screen is also large at 42-inches and uses LED backlighting. The entire set will [...]

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Cydle T43H HD Radio/Traffic PND and M7 MID tipped for CES

Posted by David on December 29, 2009 · 0 Comment

Having announced a PND with integrated HD Radio last January, Cydle is following up this coming CES with a new version that throws “HD Traffic” status updates into the mixture. The Cydle T43H is one of a number of new portable devices the company are planning, including the Cydle M7 MID and two PND/PMP combo devices, the T70 and T50. The Cydle T43H has a 4.3-inch touchscreen, internal HD Radio/HD [...]

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DirecTV set to launch 3D HD channel in 2010

Posted by David on December 29, 2009 · 0 Comment

I admit I am all giddy at the thought of watching 3D Blu-ray films on my PS3. The thing that interests me more though is 3D broadcast programming, and not that horrible Chuck quality 3D NBC tried out last season either. Engadget reports that DirecTV is set to offer the first broadcast 3D channel in America in 2010. The new channel will be courtesy of the new satellite that is scheduled to launch. The [...]

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Verizon introduces the leader of the DROID army – First Take

Posted by David on December 29, 2009 · 0 Comment

Recently I asked, if a DROID could take on the Death Star? Now, Motorola and Verizon, along with some help from Google launched DROID. I’ve spent the day with a device and here’s what I think so far. First, Verizon was clear that DROID is going to be a family of devices running Android, Motorola’s device will be the only one called DROID, others will be known as the DROID-XXX. DROID is the first [...]

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Don’t Do It Dell: Think Tablets, Not MIDs

Posted by David on December 29, 2009 · 0 Comment

It looks like Dell is planning to release a mobile internet device, or a MID. The details are few and far between but the product—code-named Streak—looks like it packs Wi-Fi, 3G and Android 2.0 all into one. It is exactly what Intel has been calling a mobile internet device for the past few years: larger than a smartphone, primarily for accessing the Net, and featuring multimedia and even GPS functionality. [...]

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HTC HD2: What WinMo Can Do In the Right Hands (First Take)

Posted by David on December 29, 2009 · 0 Comment

Last week, the buzz was clearly on the DROID (see my first take here) but there was another device that was also getting a lot of attention, albeit somewhat more restrained as few folks had one to work with. A few weeks ago, I wrote a column that emphasized people shouldn’t dismiss Windows Mobile. Over the last week I’ve been using the phone with the quiet buzz that proves that assertion. Sadly, [...]

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Should Nokia Abandon Symbian S60 for Maemo Linux?

Posted by David on December 29, 2009 · 0 Comment

Nokia has a problem: it is both the largest handset vendor in the world, by a significant margin, and the largest smartphone vendor in the world – again, by a significant margin. Yet it has never managed to crack the U.S. smartphone market, and it has begun losing market share even in its European strongholds, primarily to Apple, though RIM, Samsung, and HTC are also threats. Nokia admits that it [...]

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