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Nokia Ovi Store to get 20000 Apps

May 11, 2009 by Leave a Comment

nokia-ovi-storeSeveral phone manufacturers are following Apple in creating their own app stores for their range of mobile phones. Windows Mobile, Palm and Android all have app stores. Nokia have create Ovi to follow and when open in late spring it will be the home to 20000 applications when launched. 20K applications is far greater when Android and Apple first launched their stores with just a few applications.

The store will open in time for when the Nokia N97 launches in July. Included in the app store there will be a large variety of applications which include general apps, short videos, games and more. Location based services powered by the built in GPS unit on a phone will allow you to filter down to things you need for local use. [Read more…]

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Cubical Door Lock Stickers

May 8, 2009 by 1 Comment

cubicle_door_lock_stickersIf you have a regular cubicle style office and have always had that desire to get yourself a door to make you look important then there is now an easier way, thanks to ThinkGeek. The Cubical Door Lock Stickers are designed to give your cubicle that authoritative look by making it just appear that you have a door.

Just stick some Cubicle Door Lock Stickers to your boring cubicle wall, and suddenly it will appear you have a door. Each set includes a few different locks, some peepholes, and even a doorbell button. The first time someone pauses before entering your cubicle to wonder if they should ring your doorbell, you’ll know you have gained a few more power bars. Eventually, your power in the office will grow and grow and you’ll have a real office with a real door – all because of your investment in some Cubicle Door Lock Stickers. You’re welcome.

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Chocolate Powered Formula 3 Chocomobile

May 7, 2009 by Leave a Comment

Scientists at the University of Warwick here in the UK have created a new car based on Formula 3 specs which is built from biodegradable materials. As well as being biodegradable it also is powered by chocolate.

The car could be seen as very unique in that the steering wheel, seat and car body are made from various vegatables, fibres, carrots, flax and various other bits and bobs that can waste away safely. Fuel for the engine is provided by a mixture of vegetable oil and chocolate waste. [Read more…]

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Amazon Kindle DX – 9.7″ Screen

May 6, 2009 by 3 Comments

amazon-kindle-dxAmazon have just released details of a new ebook reader named the Kindle DX. The Kindle DX comes soon after the launch of the Kindle 2 just a few months ago. The DX features a larger screen measuring 9.7″ which has 16 shades of gray providing very clear and sharp images.

The Kindle DX measures just over 1/3 of an inch in thickness and has storage enough to carry 3500 books, periodicals and documents around with you at all times.

The screen on the DX is auto-rotating like found in many phones. Should you want to read a book in landscape mode you simply rotate it and the screen changes orientation. This makes it handy for viewing maps, graphs and other data more suited to a wider display.

A PDF reader can be found inside allowing you to easily view PDF documents that you download to it from your computer. With wireless 3G built in you can access books from almost anywhere and 3G provides quick access allowing books to be downloaded in under 60 seconds. [Read more…]

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Asus U Series Laptops

May 6, 2009 by 1 Comment

asus-u20Asus have provided details of their latest line of laptops in the U series. The designs are similar to the MacBook Air and larger and faster then the Eee PC 1008HA. 3 versions of the U series are being launched with the first being named the U20A which has a 12 inch screen. The next is the UX30 which has a 13.3 inch screen and finally the UX50V which features a 15.6 inch screen.

Processors vary on each model with the entry level being supplied with either a 1.2GHz Celeron M. The mid range and higher models (UX30 and UX50V) have either a 1.3GHz Pentium, 1.4GHz Core 2 Solo or a 1.6GHz Core 2 Duo. [Read more…]

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Palm Foleo to use WebOS

May 5, 2009 by 1 Comment

palm-foleo-webosAlmost 2 years ago we mentioned that Palm were looking at launching the Palm Foleo. The Foleo is a netbook style device which was first drawn up about 10 – 12 years ago (although only referred to as a netBook). Back in 2007 when we mentioned the foleo, it was set to be pre-installed with a linux OS, have a 10″ screen and weigh about 2.5lbs. The Foleo shortly after was dropped. It seems like Palm might be trying to relaunch the Foleo again but this time using the WebOS operating system that the Pre is using. [Read more…]

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Nokia E71x on AT&T from Today

May 4, 2009 by 1 Comment

nokiae71xAT&T are now selling the Nokia E71x as mentioned back in March. The phone will go on sale today and cost $99.99 (after a rebate and with a 24 month contract).

The E71x is the thinnest smartphone available and has a built in QWERTY keyboard. It is aimed at those who enjoy messaging, web browsing and social networking while on the move.

Nokia E71x Features

* Mail for Exchange to sync your corporate email, contacts, calendar, and tasks in real time*
* Xpress Mail¢ for personal email including Yahoo! Mail®, AOL®, Windows Live¢ Hotmail, and others
* Mobile instant messaging”including AOL® and AIM, Windows Live¢ Messenger, and Yahoo!® Messenger
* Text and multimedia messaging
* AT&T Navigator support for turn-by-turn voice directions and maps with fast traffic re-routing*
* Full HTML Web browser with Flash support
* Location-Based Services: AT&T Navigator, Yellowpages.com, Where (U-Locate)*
* Multi-language support: English, Spanish, French, Portuguese
* QuickOffice® and PDF reader to download, view, and edit documents while on the go
* Multitask effortlessly with Symbian S60 3.2
* 3.2 megapixel digital camera with auto focus and flash
* Video Share”share a live or recorded video during a call*
* AT&T mobile music
* XM radio
* CV”Stream video clips of news, sports, weather, and entertainment*
* Customizable home screen, profiles, ringtones, video ringtones, and themes

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Polaroid Two Coming to the UK

May 1, 2009 by Leave a Comment

The Two is an instant digital camera built by Polaroid. It finally has a release date in the UK set for the 11th May and will be available at Firebox when launched. [Read more…]

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Asus EeeBOX B208 Nettop

May 1, 2009 by Leave a Comment

asus_eee_boxAsus are launching a new computer named the EeeBOX B208. This computer is classed as a nettop and should be with us in June this year. [Read more…]

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MID Concept Device Challenges Netbooks

April 30, 2009 by 2 Comments

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. [Read more…]

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Scrolling LED Name Badge V2

April 29, 2009 by Leave a Comment

This name badge features a scrolling LED message that can be fully customised. [Read more…]

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Touchscreens with Popup Buttons

April 28, 2009 by Leave a Comment

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. [Read more…]

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