DIY Augmented Reality Display

July 24, 2009 by Leave a Comment

diy_wearable_computerWe are seeing more of augmented reality in these last few weeks in products such as the iPhone, business cards and now the DIY wearable computer with heads up unit that creates an augmented reality display.

Augmented reality is a mixture of bringing internet and computer related information with every day life and this DIY augmented reality display headset makes use of this technology. By using a Motorola iDEN i425 the unit has an always-on internet connection. A Myvu Crystal is used for the HUD and a Sony UMPC attaches it altogether. [Read more…]

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Split Stick Double Headed Flash Drive

July 24, 2009 by Leave a Comment

split-stickIf you need a quick and easy way to completely separate business and personal data then this handy USB Split Stick flash drive could be the answer.

The Split Stick has 2 USB connectors built in. Each connector is placed on each end of the flash drive and depending what you need to access you just insert the correct side of the drive in to the USB port on your computer. [Read more…]

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Garmin-Asus Finally Confirm G60 for this Month in Taiwan

July 24, 2009 by Leave a Comment

garmin-nuvifone-g60Surely this isn’t true, but yet, it seems to be the case. The nuvifone G60 built by Garmin and Asus will be hitting Taiwan this month on the 27th.

The nuvifone G60 has been delayed many times in the past. It was maybe 3 or 4 months ago I had a look at one myself expecting it to be launched that same month, yet it kept getting delayed and for some magical reason it’s almost here. [Read more…]

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Nintendo Mini Classics Bring Donkey Kong to Keyring

July 24, 2009 by 2 Comments

Nintendo-Mini-ClassicBack in the 80’s the Game & Watch style games were the best handhelds we had until the likes of the Nintendo Gameboy came along. Now the Game & Watch series are back but this time in a smaller keychain size. The games are fully licensed and currently 3 of the best titles are avialable which includes Donkey Kong Jr, Mario’s Cement Factory and Super Mario Bros.

Each game also has a retractable stand on the back allowing it to stand next to your bed ready to wake you in the morning. [Read more…]

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Felt iPhone 3G Case

July 24, 2009 by Leave a Comment

Felt-iPhone-CaseThis iPhone case is made of felt and is designed to look like an iPhone it’s self. It was handmade and handstitched by an Etsy user and is a handy way to keep your iPhone scratch free.

The felt case measures 14.5cm by 8cm and fits a number of different phones and MP3 players inside. [Read more…]

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Become a Jedi with the Star Wars Brain Trainer

July 23, 2009 by 3 Comments

star_wars_brain_trainingThe Star Wars Brain Trainer allows you to actually use the force. When you are now told to “Use the Force…” you actually can with this gadget.

The Brain Trainer puts you on the Jedi training path by using your mind to move a ball up and down a training tower by just thinking about it. The jedi trainer makes use of a headset that reacts to changes in your brainwaves. All you need to do is simply think and concentrate as much as possible and you will see results. [Read more…]

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Modu Phone Changes Functions with New Cases

July 23, 2009 by Leave a Comment

moduModu have created a tiny phone that has interchangeable cases that allows different features to be used. Examples of cases could include a music based case that would move the phone to show more music features, or the GPS case which would allow for navigation to be used. The Modu phone is also the lightest phone.

As of now, four casings are available. The phone it’s self is quite basic in that it has just a 1.3 inch OLED screen, Bluetooth, (no wi-fi) and it isn’t even 3G. [Read more…]

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Lunar Lander Game tests your Flying Skills

July 23, 2009 by Leave a Comment

lunar_lander_modelThe Lunar Lander game kind of reminds me of them grabber games in the arcades where you need to pick up a teddy bear. This version has a lunar lander module attached to the arm which you need to carefully control till you land on a specified target. A number of old school instruments and dials let you know if your moving too fast and what speed etc…

The game is based around an ATMEL AVR microcontroller and uses an Arduino board to connect it to a USB port, via serial to a PC. [Read more…]

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SPOT Satellite GPS Emergency Beacon

July 23, 2009 by 1 Comment

spot-satellite-gpsSPOT is a Satellite GPS messenger that alerts authorities of your exact location in times of emergency. It is 30% smaller then previous models from the company.

The device sends a signal to a GEOS International Emergency Response Centre every 5 minutes when you activate the system. When the signal is received at GEOS they in turn, work out where you are and alert the correct people to come and find you. [Read more…]

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The Spy Kite

July 23, 2009 by Leave a Comment

Spy-KiteThe Spy Kite is a kite that’s equipped with a digital camera allowing you to grab pictures of the ground from 80 feet in the air.

The camera is secured to the underside of the kite and can be pre programmed to capture images at 15, 30, 60 or 90 second intervals. [Read more…]

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Mario Item Block Fridge Magnet

July 23, 2009 by Leave a Comment

Mario-BlockWe’ve seen a bunch of fridge magnets recently including some other Mario Fridge Magnets. This new version comes in the form of a Mario Item Block that Mario head-buts to get powerups from in game.

The set includes 1 item block box and a couple of coin magnets to stick it to the fridge. [Read more…]

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NAVIGON to Release Subscription free iPhone App

July 22, 2009 by Leave a Comment

NAVIGON_iPhoneNAVIGON are soon to be releasing their iPhone satellite navigation app. This app will also be subscription free which is always a bonus. NAVIGON includes maps of the USA and Canada (not Mexico) and comes in the form of a 1.29GB download.

Both landscape and portrait modes are available and the maps are shown in a 3D view. Multi-touch zoom by pinching the screen is also possible. [Read more…]

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