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Alienware Area 51 m15X Laptop

January 16, 2008 by Leave a Comment

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The Alienware Area 51 laptop is a powerful beast. It can have up to 4GB of 667MHz DDR2 memory, dual hard drives, 1200p (ultra-high definition) video on it’s 15.4 inch screen, HD audio and an Intel Core 2 Extreme processor. Also wireless connectivity is in there as well as Bluetooth allowing you a plethora of networking options. The keyboard is illuminated and the colour of the lights can be controlled with an onscreen control panel. As well as having the keyboard lit, the touch pad is also highlighted too which makes a nice touch. The second hard drive is removable and sits in a bay to the left of the laptop and when removed, can be replaced with an optical drive or secondary battery to increase the battery life.

Prices for the m15x range from $1499 to $2599 which you are getting a seriously nice laptop there.

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Product Page Via: LikeCool

Filed Under: Computer Gadgets

150 Inch Plasma Screen

January 8, 2008 by Leave a Comment

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Last year, Panasonic unveiled a massive 103″ plasma screen. If you thought that was big then check out their latest from CES 2008. This new screen has stepped up even further to a massive 150″ (12.5 feet) which is truly huge for an actual TV. The resolution is also huge 2 as it’s 4 X 1080p which is 4k by 2k. Not bad at all, but it is a little large to fit through my front door 😉

Back in October 2006 this 103 inch beast was estimated to cost over $70k. This might give you some close idea as to what the 150″ version will cost.

Via: SlipperyBrick

Filed Under: Displays

Sky Fi Vintage Audio Equipment

January 7, 2008 by Leave a Comment

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Sky Fi is a company which recycles old broken equipment. They spend time repairing, building, altering, engineering and even Frankensteining the equipment which then allows you to connect an iPod or similar device. As each product is recycled there are no two similar units available. The one pictured above can be purchased for $75 over at Etsy. The device pictured above uses the phono input to interface with your iPod or any other more modern signal. The sound quality is described as being transistor tubish from yesteryear.

Filed Under: Hacked Gadgets

Timex iPod Remote Control – The Ironman

January 5, 2008 by 2 Comments

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The Ironman iControl is an iPod remote control which connects direct you various iPod’s and the iPhone (We assume the iPod Touch also). It allows you to control your iPod while running with out having to move your head to look at the iPod on your arm. It works by plugging in a small wireless device in to the iPod which then allows it to be controlled by the watch. Nice idea! It costs about $80 from Amazon.

Ironman iControl Compatibility:

* iPod 5th generation (video)
* iPod Nano 2nd generation (aluminium) 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB
* iPod 5th generation (video) 60GB and 80GB
* iPod Nano 1st generation 1GB, 2GB, 4GB
* iPhone

Product Page Via: Gopaultech

Filed Under: MP3 Players

Goodyear GPS Device

January 5, 2008 by Leave a Comment

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Goodyear is more commonly associated with making tires for cars and trucks. However, at CES they are to introduce new Goodyear GPS devices. The GPS devices have a new feature which allows them to be remote controlled for it’s hands free system. The remote can be attached to a visor or any where with in reach. It also uses Bluetooth to connect to your phone to make use of hands free calling. Information from MSN Direct can also be received as well as local prices for fuel, weather and movie times.

The GY100K (pictured below) is a Bluetooth version which allows it to be connected to other devices.

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Filed Under: Cool Gadgets

Iomega ZIP Drive Desk Clock

January 5, 2008 by Leave a Comment

Iomega ZIP Drive Desk Clock
The ZIP drive from Iomega was cool back in the days when flash drives were not around and floppy drives were the other best option. What happens now that they are not needed, or broken? You hack away at it to make an Iomega ZIP Drive Desk Clock. This clock pictured above is made from a recycled ZIP 100 drive and uses the original circuit board, drive head and motor armature. It stands 5.5 inches tall and is 4 inches wide. To keep it standing the clock sits on an acrylic stand.

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There is just 1 of these in stock and it costs $34.99. Go grab it quickly!

Via: Etsy

Filed Under: Office Gadgets

Hidden Camera Detector for the Paranoid or Guilty

January 4, 2008 by 1 Comment

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If you are the paranoid sort who thinks everyone is watching you then a hidden camera detector is ideal for you. What this device does it helps you track down if someone has planted a wireless spy camera in your room. The unit is small enough to carry around and will warn you via a flashing LED light if a wireless camera is in range. You can also use the audible alarm too to warn you. The unit can detect frequencies from 50MHz to 3GHz and has some wizardry inside to help reduce false alarms.

Product Page $24.99.

Filed Under: Spy Gadgets

8Ft Lego R2D2

January 2, 2008 by Leave a Comment

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Standing a massive 8 feet tall is the all new R2D2 Lego model which was built by Dan Steinenger and a bunch of children who also chipped in. The R2D2 model has functioning red and blue LED lights as well as sound effects. It is currently standing at the Lego store in Disney (Orlando) and was built as part of the festival of masters event. Video after the jump.

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Filed Under: Gadget Toys, Hacked Gadgets

Shinhan USB Credit Card

December 30, 2007 by Leave a Comment

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A new credit card was revealed a few days ago. However, it’s not your average sort of credit card. It is a USB credit card which works as a contactless card in stores. When shopping online the card has to be inserted in to your USB port to authorise the transaction. By having the device (which is encrypted) enter all your details, there is no chance that a keylogger could capture what you are typing. It uses an IC chip to function and all programs needed to securely communicate with authorisation devices are included in there too. You currently cannot write to the memory to keep it secure.

Via: Slipperybrick

Filed Under: Tech News

SmartGlobe V2

December 29, 2007 by Leave a Comment

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SmartGlobe V2 is a great way to learn facts about our planet. It comes packaged with a SmartPen which allows the user to interact with the globe. Two years worth of downloads are included in the product which allow various age ranges to listen to facts about Earth. Age ranges are 5-8, 9-14 or 15 years and older.

Features:

* Features 30 exciting activities and quiz games about countries, capitals, major cities, populations, languages, history, current events and more
* Includes an interactive guide to flags from around the world and corresponding national anthems
* Download customized information for three age groups: 5-8, 9-14 or 15 years and older great fun for all ages
* Download up to 6 languages: Spanish, French, Chinese, German, Italian and Portuguese
* Features 30 English and 6 Spanish activities
* SmartPen can be used wirelessly, plugged in using the audio cable (included) or using headphones (not included)
* 2 years of free downloads for current events and world facts
* Includes a pull-out United States map for more detailed activity, Oregon Scientific SmartUpdate content to update facts and news, and an AC adapter
* For 1 to 4 players

SmartGlobe V2 costs $130 and is available from Discovery Store.

Via: GeekAlerts

Filed Under: Cool Gadgets

TC2 Mobile Phone Emergency Battery Charger

December 28, 2007 by Leave a Comment

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The TC2 is a new charging device which uses 2 AA batteries to provide emergency charging for your mobile phone. Adapters for various mobile phones are optional when purchasing the device with about 9 or so available to choose from. Tests done over at Geek show that the TC2 connected to a completely dead phone for 5 minutes can give it enough juice to be switched on and make a brief call. On the TC2 unit are 3 LEDs which act as a power gauge. Also two high powered LEDs are found on the TC2 allowing it to be used as a light in emergency’s. Over on the product page (linked below) it indicates that 2 AA batteries can charge a phone up to 3 times which is quite impressive considering you can get a couple of 2000mAh rechargeable batteries for a reasonable price.

Prices range from $24.95 upwards depending on how many adapters you choose.

Product Page Via: Geek

Filed Under: Cell Phones

FBI Digital Billboards

December 28, 2007 by Leave a Comment

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The FBI will be using the latest screen technology to roll out 150 or so digital billboards across various cities in the US. The digital billboards will be used to display those people who are currently wanted and will show next to them a large contact number which aims to capture a lot of attention from people driving around the 20 cities that will initially see the boards installed. Tests have been successful in the US when the board was first used recently.

Cities to use the FBI Billboard

* Akron
* Albuquerque
* Atlanta
* Chicago
* Cleveland
* Columbus
* Des Moines
* El Paso
* Indianapolis
* Las Vegas
* Los Angeles
* Memphis
* Miami
* Milwaukee
* Minneapolis
* Newark
* Orlando
* Philadelphia
* Tampa
* Wichita

Via: Engadget

Filed Under: Tech News