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Microsoft shows off its next-gen computing muscles on campuses nationwide

November 6th, 2009 by Mark R in Conceptual Gadgets, PC Gadgets

microsoft_research_glass_display_prototypeEven though Microsoft could probably easily rest on the profits from Windows 7, it is always good to hear them working on new ways of interfacing with computers. Lately, chief research and strategy officer Craig Mundle has been going from college to college, showing off the latest next-gen computer prototype.

Mundle has a lot of interesting things to say about the way computers are headed. One of his demonstrations includes a computer that can project its images onto a pane of glass in front of him. He says that the future will probably bring about a workstation that will include multiple displays, that will eventually work their way into 3-D images. I can’t help but agree with him.

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Will Disposable Laptops become popular in the future?

November 6th, 2009 by James in Conceptual Gadgets, Eco Gadgets, Electronic Gadgets, PC Gadgets
Recyclable laptops made of paper could be popular in the future, and good for the environment.

Recyclable laptops made of paper could be popular in the future, and good for the environment.

Our friends at Yanko are working overtime again trying to come up with environmentally friendly electronics which won’t pollute our landfills. And this time they’ve come up with a recyclable paper laptop. That’s right. A paper computer which can be thrown away once it’s no longer wanted or needed. Considering Moore’s Law means computing power doubles about every 18 months, a disposable laptop may be a good idea. Here’s the thinking …

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Transformers 2 Movie on 4GB USB Stick

November 6th, 2009 by Ally in PC Gadgets, USB Gadgets

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Although the second Transformer movie didn’t exactly get an outstanding reaction, some people are probably still interested in picking up the sequel.  It’s a part of the series, so it’s nice to have around.  Maybe after a while you’ll stop noticing those spots in the movie that used to drive you crazy.  Well if you’re going to pick up the movie, this is one way to do it. You’ll get the movie as well as a USB drive.

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H2Go Fuel Cell Car lets kids play with renewable energy

November 6th, 2009 by Ally in Childrens Gadgets, Eco Gadgets, Remote Control Toys, Toys

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Any toy that teaches kids about alternative energy in a way that makes it fun for them is definitely okay in my book.  I’ve seen some that are kits and a bit more complicated.  Honestly, I think that this car is one of the best approaches I’ve seen.  It goes for the subtle angle, it’s a fun remote control car and doesn’t need a single battery to run.

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Win $50 Voting in Coolest Gadget of the Week

November 6th, 2009 by Al in Coolest Gadget of the Week, Gadget Competitions

Win $50 at Think Geek by browsing, voting and commenting for what YOU think is the coolest gadget.

Printbrush, The World's Smallest Mobile Printer

Printbrush, The World’s Smallest Mobile Printer

Printbrush is a handheld printer that remembers its positional coordinates when it is placed on a sheet of paper. As you wave your hand across the page, Printbrush deposits ink on the page in 600 DPI. Printbrush is flexible enough to print on any flat surface including fabric.

The full post can be found on coated .
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Animal Weighing Scales

Animal Weighing Scales

These Animal Weighing scales measure you to the nearest rabbit, or other animal, and I believe are more of a novelty product instead being factually accurate. The animals get bigger as the weight goes up obviously, but one of the images on there is clearly a frog, and I think I’d be dragged straight to the doctors if I actually weighed that little. But it’s an amusing gag gift to consider for Christmas, for that person who just won’t accept that they’re just a regular size, or perhaps for that person who really should not be having eighth helpings of turkey…

The full post can be found on Gaj-it.
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Ramphos’ Flying Boat – Drive, Float Or Fly

Ramphos’ Flying Boat – Drive, Float Or Fly

It must be exciting to drive one of those in your water sport session, but not all countries allowed their citizen flying using a boat! And an Italian company, Ramphos, has created three wonderful model of flying boats, namely the Hydro, Trident and Amphibian.

The full post can be found on The Cool Gadgets.
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ION iPROFILE USB Turntable Transfers Vinyl Directly To Your iPod

ION iPROFILE USB Turntable Transfers Vinyl Directly To Your iPod

ION’s iPROFILE USB Turntable makes it easy to digitize old vinyl, transferring music directly to your iPod through a built-in dock or your computer over USB.

The full post can be found on markstechnologynews.com.
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Ambient Flurry Updates Without PC

Ambient Flurry Updates Without PC

The Ambient Flurry is for aspiring meteorologists or those who want to know as much as possible about the weather before they venture out of the house. Instead of needing to be connected to the Interweb, it uses the company’s free WiFi network. Not only will it update constantly, you get a 2 day forecast with highs and lows, and current temperature and conditions. The clock/radio has a dual-alarm system, an automatic adjustment for daylight savings time and a battery backup in case of a power outage.

The full post can be found on Networking Audio Video.
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Night Vision Digital Video Camera

Night Vision Digital Video Camera

Everyone seems to have digital video cameras these days, whether it’s carrying a dedicated device such as the Flip Ultra HD Mini Video Camera or even simply using their mobile phone to record videos, however clearly technology moves on and now you can record footage in the dark without spending hundreds or even thousands of pounds by getting a Night Vision Digital Video Camera! Now you can record your own haunted house investigations or explore woods in a Blair Witch manner!

The full post can be found on Zath Hi-Tech Gadgets.
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NeoCube Alpha

NeoCube Alpha

The NeoCube Alpha is a fantasic new puzzle game which also doubles as a great stress reliever. It allows you to shape the 216 magnetic ball bearings into any shape you can think of. This provides hours of fun and you quite literally won’t be able to put it down.

The full post can be found on Tech Styling.
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GlideTV Navigator Takes Remote Control to the Next Level

GlideTV Navigator Takes Remote Control to the Next Level

The GlideTV comes with an amazing absolute mode in which you can use your touchpad as your display as well. It is also clickable and is surrounded by 8 physical buttons

The full post can be found on Trends Updates.
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Wearable Hummingbird Feeder

Wearable Hummingbird Feeder

The :–2< : (pronounced eye to eye) Wearable Hummingbird Feeder is a specially constructed face shield decorated with red rhododendrons. Place one of these devices over your head, sit very still and get an up close and personal view of hummingbirds sipping from the feeding tube without having to worry about your eyes being pecked out.

The full post can be found on coated.
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Stylophone Beatbox: Hip Hop the Hippie!

Stylophone Beatbox: Hip Hop the Hippie!

Beat boxing might have been just for rappers and music professionals but if you’ve always wanted to try your luck at some ‘Hip Hop the Hippie’, then invest in the Stylophone Beatbox. Predicted to be the best selling nostalgia gift for 2009, this music medley lets you choose from 3 different sound sets, as well as a scratch function to give you that added MC starry-eyed quality.

The full post can be found on Gaj-it.
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Lopid (Ropid) Cute Robot by Tomotaka Takahashi

Lopid (Ropid) Cute Robot by Tomotaka Takahashi

Another cute robot from Japan the “Lopid(ROPID)”, this robot device already added with cute elements, good communication skill and mobility. The ROPID was created by Tomotaka Takahashi from Robo Garage at Kyoto University.

The full post can be found on winarco.com.
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Phototherapy Hairbrush Uses Laser Stimulation For Luscious Locks

Phototherapy Hairbrush Uses Laser Stimulation For Luscious Locks

The Phototherapy Hairbrush provides proven Photobiostimulation therapy at home, increasing circulation to the scalp and promoting healthier hair growth.

The full post can be found on markstechnologynews.com.
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Playable Guitar T-Shirt

Playable Guitar T-Shirt

Not content with the sheer awesomeness of a t-shirt with a playable guitar, ThinkGeek designed the shirt to play power chords with a simple strum of one of the two magnetic picks. You know you will eventually lose one, so they included an extra one just in case. This shirt is like playing Rock Band on your chest – if you were Angus Young – and you knew how to play power chords.

The full post can be found on Cool Material.
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PicoZ Heli Mission

November 6th, 2009 by Edwin in Childrens Gadgets, Electronic Gadgets, Remote Control, Remote Control Toys

picoz-heli-missionDads who are thinking about what to surprise kids with this coming Christmas might actually end up getting the PicoZ Heli Mission for themselves (using their kids as an ulterior motive so that the wife can approve of the gifts budget).

This groundbreaking R/C mash up combines the thrill of helicopter flight with the excitement of driving a SWAT truck. Wow! It might look like a stealthy brute of a vehicle – and it is – but this macho truck features a cavernous cargo bay that opens up, upon your command, to reveal a fully-functioning micro helicopter sitting on an auto-elevating launchpad. Incredible! It’s like Thunderbirds meets Airwolf with a highly Hasselhoffian touch of 80s folly thrown in for good measure. Both precision-engineered machines are controlled via a single transmitter with smart shoulder buttons that allow you to switch seamlessly between truck and chopper.

It will take some fair bit of hand-eye co-ordination to keep on alternating between the two as you plan an imaginary assault on the enemy base. One thing though – what happens when the helicopter is in mid-air and you switch over to the truck? Will it just hover there until the subsequent instruction? Guess you’ll need to fork out £59.95 to find out!

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iMo Foto Frame Printer ready to rock and roll

November 6th, 2009 by Edwin in Audio/Video Gadgets, Digital Picture Frame, Electronic Gadgets

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Mimomonitors.com has gotten the iMo Foto Frame Printer ready for action, where the device holds the distinction of being the first patented device to combine display and printing capabilities in the world. With its 8″ LCD display at 800 x 600 resolution, you won’t go blind trying to get a look at your entire holiday memories. Apart from that, should you stumble upon a photo that you really, really like at the moment, the iMo Foto Frame Printer will be able to print out 4″x6″ 300 x 300 dpi glossies straight off the top of the unit. This unique combo device does not require any computer to function as the middleman, where controls are extremely intuitive thanks to the onscreen manual. The iMo Foto Frame Printer will retail for $229.99, while picking up 3 dozen print replacement cartridges will cost you $19.99.

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Duracell Ultra Advanced with POWERCHECK battery

November 6th, 2009 by Edwin in Miscellaneous Gadgets

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Duracell, the battery famous for its copper top, is back with the Duracell Ultra Advanced with POWERCHECK battery which is capable of letting you know just how much juice it has left within via a built-in gauge that is located on the outside of the battery. All you need to do is press both white dots simultaneously and the gauge will show a reading on just how ready the battery is for its next usage, be it for a clock or a remote control toy car. This isn’t exactly new technology as it has seen action in other brands over the years, but at least you can be comforted that the Duracell Ultra Advanced battery line was specially designed to meet the demands of the widest range of devices consumers, lasting up to 30% more in toys compared to its predecessor. Needless to say, this one costs slightly more expensive than the vanilla version.

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