Check out the Monster Bike. It’s built from either a monster truck wheel or maybe a tractor wheel, stands maybe 7 – 8 feet tall at a guess and actually can be peddled around although it looks like a heck of a lot of effort. Video below. [Read more…]
Monster Bike
June 4, 2010 by Leave a Comment
Apple iPhone Tethering to iPad Won’t Work – Not an AT&T Restriction
June 4, 2010 by Leave a Comment
Earlier this week AT&T made a few changes to data plans for the iPhone and iPad which take effect starting June 7. For those who currently have a plan you can opt to keep it, ie a $30/month unlimited data plan. However with that plan you cannot use the soon to be launched iPhone tethering that is being made available in iPhone OS 4.0. To make use of that, you need to switch to a new 2GB plan for $25/month.
For those wanting to tether their iPad WiFi and iPhone together to use data that way, you are not in luck as a restriction (first thought to be an AT&T [T] restriction), but then confirmed as an Apple [AAPL] restriction has been put in place that prevents a bluetooth tethering connection between the two devices. [Read more…]
HTC EVO 4G Now Available
June 4, 2010 by Leave a Comment
Today is June 4 and that means the HTC EVO 4G is going on sale. For those who want to avoid possible queues at stores and don’t mind waiting a day or 2 (or more with it being the weekend almost), Sprint [S] has now got the EVO 4G available to order online.
The phone can be ordered from here where it is priced at $199.99 after a rebate and “instant savings”. A two year contract will need to be signed with various options available depending on how much you need to use the smartphone.
A quick recap of features show that this device is a 4G smartphone capable of downloading data 10 times quicker than a 3G phone. Of course this all depends if you are in the right areas where a 4G signal is available. If it isn’t, it switches you down to the next best option. [Read more…]
Ballistic Cyclone Watch Review
June 4, 2010 by 1 Comment
We recently received a Ballistic Cyclone watch to review from the guys over at Watches Shop to see if it was any good and what it’s all about.
In the email asking if we would do the review a comment was made saying… “Ballistic watches are unlike any other wrist watch available on the market – they are the strongest, toughest and most durable watches available in the world.”
The watch it’s self is built well and has a heavy feel to it. It is covered in gold plating and although not to my taste it still is done very well. On the right side of the watch, three buttons can be found. The top one is used to start the stop watch where a large red second hand ticks around when starting it. The same button also stops the stop watch. The bottom button is used to reset the second hand returning it back to zero. The middle button is used to set the time and has 3 positions that allow you to set the time and calibrate the second hand to zero after changing a battery. [Read more…]
Google Chrome OS Netbook to Launch in the Fall
June 3, 2010 by Leave a Comment
We heard yesterday that Google [GOOG] was planning on launching Chrome OS this fall. When launched the OS will be made available as a download.
We also learn today that the first Chrome OS netbook will also be available also in the fall. News is VERY sketchy at the moment though. The information doesn’t come as a big surprise though as we already know Google has detailed the requirements for a Chrome OS netbook. The big question is who will be the first. Digitimes believes Acer will be first to launch a Google Chrome OS netbook in the fall. We had heard rumours just a few weeks back that Acer would be showing off the first Chrome OS netbook at Computex this week, but Acer responded saying it was incorrect information. [Read more…]
Nokia C1-00, C1-01 and C1-02 Announced
June 3, 2010 by 3 Comments
As well as announcing the Nokia C2, Nokia E73 Mode US availability and a dynamo charger, Nokia also announced a trio of phones in the budget end of devices called the Nokia C1-00, C1-01 and C1-02.
The first of the trio is the Nokia C1-00 (pictured above) that has a double-SIM feature. The C1-00 is the cheaper of the three C1 phones costing just ‚¬30 when it launches (before tax and subsidies). The double-SIM feature, different to the dual-SIM feature of the C2, allows two SIM cards to be used in the phone. Rather than running both at the same time the user has an option to switch between cards by holding down a key. This is similar to the C2, but doesn’t allow both cards to be used at the same time. However, the double-SIM still lets users take advantage of two SIM card tariffs allowing you to get the best deal depending on what you are doing.
The battery life on the C1-00 is an impressive six weeks for standby and is capable of holding 500 phonebook entries and 250 text messages. A flash light is built in and an FM radio with a 3.5mm headphone jack to listen with headphones. The C1-00 is being made available 3rd quarter this year. [Read more…]
Nokia E73 Mode Launches on T-Mobile in the US
June 3, 2010 by Leave a Comment
The Nokia E73 Mode was announced today in the USA and will soon become available on the the T-Mobile network. The E series devices from Nokia [NOK] are based around business users. The E73 has a QWERTY keyboard built in and is still the operators thinnest phone on offer.
The Nokia E73 follows on from the older E72. Specifications show that it has WiFi, 3G and a new Switch mode feature that allows you to easily change the home screen to show status updates from friends.
As the E73 is a business phone it comes with Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync client allowing it to connect up to a corporate email server. IBM Lotus Traveler is also included that lets you switch between multiple inboxes. [Read more…]
Nokia C2 with Dual-SIM Capability Announced
June 3, 2010 by 2 Comments
Nokia [NOK] has announced the Nokia C2 dual-SIM mobile phone. The target market for the C2 is the developing world. As the dual-SIM suggests, the device is capable of running two SIM cards at the same time.
What this exactly means is that the Nokia C2 can receive texts and calls to either SIM at the same time giving you two numbers to work from perhaps with one SIM card having the better deal on text messages and the other card having a better deal on voice calls.
What makes this even better is that the second SIM card is hot-swappable allowing it to be removed and another put in place while the phone is switched on. [Read more…]
Nokia Bicycle Charging Kit Coming Soon
June 3, 2010 by Leave a Comment
Nokia [NOK] is launching a new charger that attaches to a bike and uses a dynamo to keep a phone charged. It is called the CD-14 and comes in two parts with the dynamo and Nokia phone holder (CR-124).
The charger is compatible with the 2mm charger jack that is seen on phones such as the Nokia E72 or the Nokia X6. It can also work over mini USB also.
To get the phone to charge the bike needs to be moving at about 6 KPH. It stops charging below that and above 50KPH. At 12KPH it reaches the efficiency of a regular plug in the wall charger. [Read more…]
Samsung Galaxy S Launch Announced
June 3, 2010 by Leave a Comment
On Tuesday we heard rumours that the Samsung Galaxy S was launching simultaneously around the globe. This rumour has now been squashed in that the US wont get it till later this year and neither will the rest of the world. However, for those in Europe it is expected that the Samsung Galaxy S will happen any day now.
The press release mentions that 100 operators across the globe have selected the smartphone due to it being a key device.
“The Android-powered Samsung Galaxy S will set a new standard for smartphones, and the excitement we’ve seen from operators and retailers for this device is testament to that,” said JK Shin, president and head of mobile communications business. “The Samsung Galaxy S is the perfect device for people in all corners of the world who want that extra edge; to be more effective, productive, better connected, and in tune with their smart life both personal and professional all in a very easy and simple way. We’re extremely confident that this device is going to be very successful in every market.”
Aiptek 3D Camcorder Launching
June 3, 2010 by 1 Comment
The Aiptek 3D camcorder is a budget camera that when launched will cost around $200.
As the name suggests, it can capture video in 3D thanks to having two lenses. The camera is similar to the Flip, Kodak Zx1 and other USB style cameras in that it easily connects to a PC or Mac to transfer captured video.
The specs of the camera show that it has two lenses each with 5 megapixel sensors. This allows 3D HD footage to be captured at a resolution of 720p. The screen measures 2.4 inches and is a 3D panel allowing you to see the 3D video without glasses. Red and Cyan glasses are also included so that when you play video back on your computer or TV, you can watch it in 3D. [Read more…]
Aerial Camera for RC Planes
June 3, 2010 by Leave a Comment
For those of you wanting to add a light weight Aerial Camera to your RC plane, check out this model. The camera and mounting bracket weigh 27 grams allowing the plane to comfortably fly without too much extra weight.
The camera costs $48 and is capable of capturing video at 640 x 480 pixels at 25 frames per second. The battery powering the camera can keep it running for about 1.5 hours.
If capturing still images instead the resolution is slightly higher at 1280 x 960 pixels. The lens is movable allowing you to point it where ever you want, but as the camera is very cheap, you need to change the angle manually before taking off of course. [Read more…]
