From the monthly archives:

April 2009

MID Concept Device Challenges Netbooks

by Matthew on April 30, 2009

MID Concept Device Challenges Netbooks

If Netbooks are not your thing due to them not being small enough for a pocket and a little awkward to work with then maybe this MID (Mobile Internet Device) could be the thing for you. [click to continue…]



Palm EOS – A Mini Palm Pre?

by Matthew on April 30, 2009

palm eos Palm EOS   A Mini Palm Pre?Information was found yesterday indicating that a new Palm mobile device will be coming out shortly after the Palm Pre. The name of it is the Palm EOS. [click to continue…]



Wiimote Induction Charger from Energizer

by Matthew on April 30, 2009

energizer induction charge station wii Wiimote Induction Charger from EnergizerEnergizer have created a new charger for the Nintendo Wii. Normally you need to connect the Wiimote up to the charging station. This charger is different though. [click to continue…]



PeeWee Tablet PC built for Kids

by Matthew on April 30, 2009

PeeWee Tablet PC built for Kids

The PeeWee Tablet PC is built for children that are aged between 3 and 10 years old. It’s built more ruggedly then your average Tablet as it needs to be able to withstand abuse from kids in the way of being dropped or getting liquids spilled on to it. [click to continue…]



Mac Tablet to hold Electronic Medical Records?

by Matthew on April 30, 2009

mac tablet Mac Tablet to hold Electronic Medical Records?We have seen rumours floating around about the Mac Tablet before at Gadget Venue. However, nobody really mentions the usage it would get if made available except for the obvious web browsing, music and video type applications. What else could the tablet be used for? Software Advice think it will fit perfect in to the medical industry and allow Dr’s to grab records with it while with a patient. [click to continue…]



Acer working on Several Android Devices

by Matthew on April 30, 2009

Acer working on Several Android Devices

Acer have confirmed that they are working on a number of devices that will use the Android operating system by Google. The main emphasis for Acer is getting Android on to a smartphone device. [click to continue…]



Get a Pre for Free! That is if you Review it

by Matthew on April 30, 2009

palm pre Get a Pre for Free! That is if you Review itPalm have started taking reviewer applications in preparation for the launch of the Pre. If you get accepted in to the review program you get to keep a free Palm Pre as well as a 6 month data plan service. [click to continue…]



Palm Pre SDK WebOS Screen Shots

by Matthew on April 29, 2009

palmpre webos Palm Pre SDK WebOS Screen ShotsSome early shots of the WebOS screen for Palm Pre have been found on the web. The shots show various features and functions that make it look set to be a fantastic phone. The images appear to be captured from the emulator running on the SDK. [click to continue…]



Facebook Gets Pirate Language Option

by Matthew on April 29, 2009

facebook logo Facebook Gets Pirate Language OptionIt’s true… you can now set your Facebook account to a new language. The new language is called English (Pirate). The Facebook Pirate language changes all the wording around the site so that rather then logging off… you abandon ship!. [click to continue…]



Palm Pre Spotted on the Caltrain

by Matthew on April 29, 2009

palm pre caltrain sighting Palm Pre Spotted on the CaltrainTwitter user jblebrun spotted the Palm Pre on the Caltrain. The Palm Pre is a much anticipated phone and certainly a come back for Palm who went quite for a while. [click to continue…]



Scrolling LED Name Badge V2

by Matthew on April 29, 2009

Scrolling LED Name Badge V2

This name badge features a scrolling LED message that can be fully customised. [click to continue…]



USB Flashdrive gets built in OLED Display

by Matthew on April 29, 2009

ennova usb flashdrive oled USB Flashdrive gets built in OLED DisplayA new flashdrive has just been introduced that features an OLED display built in. [click to continue…]



Wiimote Soap

by Matthew on April 29, 2009

Wiimote Soap

The Wiimote Soap has now arrived. The soap includes coloured decal raised buttons and is scented with coconut lime verbena. [click to continue…]



Touchscreens with Popup Buttons

by Matthew on April 28, 2009

Touchscreens with Popup Buttons

Touchscreens have advanced a lot over the last few years. As technology has advanced they seem to be more easier to use and a lot more responsive. Mix this with faster processors and faster operating systems you then get an even smoother scrolling and functioning system. However, they are still not quite where they need to be. For example, sending a text message on a mobile phone with only a touchscreen can be quite a pain. Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University have now developed a screen that can slightly change shape to form buttons across the screen when needed. [click to continue…]



Kenwood OLED Speakers

by Matthew on April 28, 2009

Kenwood OLED Speakers

Kenwood, more known for being in the speaker industry have created a new speaker that has an OLED screen built in. [click to continue…]