Latest Gadgets, Tablets and Smartphones
Philips have launched the nice looking SA9x00 (What a mouth full). I admit it looks rather sleek, but according to dapreview the storage capabilities are rather skimpy. It is quite expensive for the 1Gb and 2Gb models ($149.99 and $199.99 respectivly). Still looks great though!
Source: dapreview
Destructiod has made a before and after image of what the Wii remote looked like a few months back when it was called Revolution and what it looks like now after being renamed Wii (pronounced we) about a month back.
There are some small changes and a few small additions.
Check out Destructiod for more details.
A new Bluetooth security device has been launched and is called Auto-Txt. This security system is linked to your Bluetooth mobile phone which acts as an authentication device when starting your car. When the keys are put in the ignition a Bluetooth signal is sent to the phone which then disarms the security system. If the car is started or moved with out the Bluetooth device (ie it’s stolen or some plonker forgot his phone) then a txt is sent and the car is tracked via GPS through a call centre and this can be tracked through 31 countries. I doubt the car would make it across those 31 countries before anyone noticed.
There are 2 options when buying the device. The first is the £499.99 for the standard tracking system and the next is £599.99 which includes the remote disabling one the police have confirmed with the owner that the vehicle is stolen.
The Polygon Phone is not yet real, but rather a concept device. The phone (as can be seen below) is a clamshell device which when opens up it reveals 2 screens. The 1st is a higher resolution for displaying images, tv, mp3 information etc… and the second acts as a soft screen in which depending on how the device is used it’s layout (touch sensative) changes so that you can browse tracks, make calls, send SMS etc…
The Jabra JX10 is another Bluetooth headset to hit the market soon. Full specs are below and the device will retail for about $179.99.
* Less than 1/3 oz
* Size: L: 11/2 x W: 3/4 x D: 3/4 inches
* Digital sound enhancement via DSP technology
* One-touch pairing button
* Optional charging from PC via USB
* Complete with desktop charging cradle and carry pouch
* Up to 6 hours talk time and up to 200 hours standby
* Multi-colored LED light indicator for status on Bluetooth, battery and charging
* 2 different wearing styles with or without the earhook
* Easy accessible volume control
* Answer/end call
* Voice dial*
* Last-number redial*
* Reject call*
* Call hold/call wait*
* Bluetooth 1.2 supporting headset and hands-free profile
Using 2 or more monitors on your PC can increase productivity. Have you ever wanted to copy data from a spreadsheet in to a word document and you get fed up of minimizing one window to see the other. Having 2+ screens can help. I use 2 screens at home and run email on 1 screen and terminal services etc… and browse the internet on the other screen. This offers a great improvement to my productivity allowing me to work on a system while following notes on another screen.
Matrox have introduced a $300 TripleHead2Go device which increases the “real estate” in front of you. You set the resolution on your laptop or PC to higher and then plug your output in to the box and the box in to 3 19″ Flat Panel Displays (no doubt for $300 you only get the TripleHead2Go box). This gives you a combined resolution of 3840×768 which is far better for spreading your windows about on your computer. Also note that it all acts just like one big desktop and if you want a window over on the right you just drag it to the right like you would on a single screen setup.
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UltraCell XX25 information has been revealed recently by GizMag. The claim is that the Fuel Cell can power a ruggedized laptop for 3 days and with a few tweaks it can run survailence computers for longer. The XX25 has been tested to military spec standards from heavy vibrations, extreme weather temperatures etc…
What I like about FuelCell technology is that you can replace the cartridges quickly for cheap and have instant power again. FuelCells are going to be a great way forwards.
I came across this article at Macsimum news today. It’s basically plans for a wireless iPod which will use video technology to communicate with people. They should call it wipod (shame the domain is already gone).
More details with more images and explanations can be found at Macsimum News.
Source: NewLaunches
Sony have made a tiny projector which works using LED’s as the source for light. As seen in the pictures below, this thing is tiny. It will fit in your hand!!
The devices uses groups of different coloured LED’s and uses the light there to throw the image on to the screen.
This handy little speaker that doubles up as a 4 port USB Hub is now for sale at iwoot.com.
* A stylish cube shaped computer stereo speaker with integrated USB hub.
* The Cubite has an easily rechargeable 4-port USB hub so you can plug in all manner of USB reliant things such as memory sticks, digital cameras, MP3 players and PDAs.
* The speaker has a treble and bass control for optimal sound tuning.
* Totally plug and play, no software required.
* Suitable for ages 8 years+.
* Requires a USB port as it’s totally USB powered.
* Requires a PC with an audio-out port with operating system Windows 98 SE or above or
* Mac OS 8.6 or above.
* Size: 10 x 10 x 10cm.
Ever wondered what phones will be like in the future? A recent competition was launched in which the contenders were asked to design the phones of the future. Below are 2 pics. The first is the winning phone with which the designer won an internship with Nokia.
Toshiba have made this amazing 0.85-inch 4GB HDD. Looking at the pictures below you will be amazed at how something so small can be made.
The drive is slightly larger then a stamp and would be ideal for cameras, phones, MP3 players as well as card readers where transporting data around would be made far easier. I can see this device from Toshiba doing really well!
