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Goodyear GPS Device

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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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Hidden Camera Detector for the Paranoid or Guilty

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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.

USB Mix Tapes

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Many of you will remember the good old cassette tape. It allowed many people to create their own little mixes of either 60 or 90 minutes to play in their walkman or in a car. The USB Mix Tape is a mixture of the old fashioned cassette with it’s paper cover but inside it sports a small USB flash drive which contains your music. The USB flash drive inside can store 64MB of music on to it. To record on to it, stick the USB flash drive in to your PC, drag and drop all your tunes on to it, and then put the flash memory back in to it’s case. You can even write all your track listings on to the paper insert to remind you of the early 90’s.

USB Mix Tape Collection

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The USB Mix Tape costs £19.95 and there are 6 different styles to choose from (or collect).

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Wooden JVC Earphones

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JVC have created some nifty little earphones which are made of real wood. The type of wood used is Birch wood and it makes them look amazing. The model is HP-FX500 and they will cost over $130 when released in a couple of months time. Inside there is a damping gel which helps reduce jitter and increases noise cancellation effects. Audio ranges are from 8Hz to 25Khz.

In the box you will find the earphones, carrying case and rubber tips which can accommodate various sized ears. Hopefully we will see these earphones over in the UK.

Via: Slipperybrick

Cerevellum – Amazing Gadget for your Bike

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The good old pedal bike is one of the greenest ways of travelling around. However, some like their cars due to the cool gadgets, sat nav, radio’s and sometimes TV’s. If you cannot give all the luxuries up then you might be able to now with the Cerevellum. The Cerevellum is an information device which attaches to the handlebars of your bike. It can be described as a mini computer which can have 4 modules attached via USB. These modules vary and each is interchangeable as the need changes. For example the Hindsight is a small camera that you mount on the back of your bike. The image is then displayed on-screen allowing you to quickly see what is behind. Another module is the power meter which can track speed, time, distance and keep track of other various statistics of your journey. For those who want a nice workout you could then choose the heart-rate module. This one measures how your heart is doing as you ride along. Of course there is always the GPS module which can be attached to provide directions when you are in unfamiliar territory.

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Overall it’s quite a cool bike device which with it’s modular system could easily be expanded. All they need to create now is the air-con mod, the radio mod and the V12 mod.

Product Page Via: ecogadget

4000 Dollar EcoBike

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The Valeswood Pearl is a hydrogen fuelled power assisted bike which can take you about 80 miles on one charge at about 15MPH. The bike is foldable allowing for it to be easily stowed away and carried around. Although a great idea, I think the $4K price tag is a little off putting. Maybe when these bikes come in under $1k people might start looking.

Via: GeekieGadgets

Dattoos – Concept DNA Based Technology

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The Dattoo is a DNA based personal technology that uses the skin of your body as an interface. Yep, it’s concept and one I don’t see coming out any time soon. It is designed by Hartmut Esslinger

To achieve absolute personal identification, the hardware would capture DNA from the user’s body, enabling direct participation in the political and cultural landscape. The technology would link remote users through engagement with their areas of interest…

Users view, test-drive, and select their product from a variety of options, both functional and aesthetic. They also set the life cycle of the product, to be utilized for a few hours or a much longer amount of time. Once users are satisfied with their specific configurations, they have this fully-functioning circuitry – including all UI-interactive and display functions – ‘printed onto recommended areas of their skin. Energy would be pulled from the human body to run the programs. At the end of the day, users would simply wash the Dattoos off, beginning anew the following day.

The idea does seem a little crazy, but I guess it could have it’s uses such as quickly accessing information that you know you will definitely have attached to you (literally). Also IBM a few years back tested using living skin to transmit data across. This could mean you transfer music from a camera in your left hand to the PC you are touching with your right hand. I’d prefer to stick to BlueTooth.

It all sounds too freaky to me and I’d be scared to see a BSOD on my arm.

Via: Technovelgy

MobGAS – Mobile Alerts of your Greenhouse Gas Emissions

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Green issues are becoming more mentioned in society these days due to the effects on the climate and the waste that we all throw out. MobGAS is an application that will help people become more aware in Europe and the rest of the World. The software makes a connection with daily activities and can make suggestions on how to lower those emissions. When running the software you will find more then 60 appliances which are used daily. What you need to do is then log what you do each day. The mobGAS software then calculates what you could cut out or cut down on and gives you a full report on how much greenhouse damage you are causing.

By bringing this software to a mobile phone it has the potential to reach a HUGE audience. Most people carry around a phone, and having this little reminder running in the background could be a nice way of getting everyone to do their part.

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TechLasers 125mW Green Laser Review

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I was contacted two weeks ago by TechLasers asking if I wanted to review “the coolest and most powerful laser you have ever seen in your life! :-)”. Of course I agreed and a few days later an Infinite 125mW Green Laser was posted through my door.

Before I continue, I must stress that the Infinite 125mW laser is not a toy and those using it should take proper precautions and act according to the law. Also note that most red dot laser pens you get on the market for about $20 rate at around 5mW. You can see how powerful the Infinite 125mW will be – yes… it can actually burn things.

Infiniti Series

The Infiniti series laser pens come in various versions running from 15mW to 125mW. As the laser steps up in power, you will see more can be done with the pen. The 125mW version is capable of the following… Laser beam dot is visible, Laser beam is visible at night, Laser beam is visible in day light, Can burn holes in black plastic, Pop black or dark balloons, Stings bare skin, Light matches, Can burn/cut black electrical tape, Melt rubber and some plastics.

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The Laser Pen

The laser comes in a nice presentation box. On opening the box you find the laser pen which looks very sleek. It is almost completely black with the exception of gold coloured ends and a gold clip. The warning sticker on the end lets you know not to look in to the path of the beam and to use with caution. The laser pen uses 2 * AAA batteries to function which can keep the device powered for about 3 hours. Considering that they are AAA they are more readily available then the usual button cell batteries most laser pens use.

Indoor Testing

Indoor Green Laser

This photo was taken indoors with the lights off. As can be seen the green laser beam can clearly be seen as well as the dot which pretty much lights up the whole room. One thing to be careful of is hitting mirrors or anything reflective as it doesn’t do your eyes any good. Using this laser is like having star wars in your living room. It honestly is seriously cool.

Outdoor Testing

Outdoors Laser Pen

Although this picture is not too clear (I will take another one tomorrow evening), you can clearly see the green laser beam right in to the sky. Tests show that you can shine a dot on an object a long way from you. I will get measurements this weekend and get more demonstrations of it’s sheer power uploaded.

Conclusion

TechLasers sell some seriously powerful laser pens. Everybody who has seen it has been amazed at it’s power and what it can do. If you are looking for a decent powerful laser pen then do check out TechLasers.

Bowling Pin Lamps

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For those who love bowling comes the perfect way to light your room. These bowling pin lamps provide soft light while standing up. The cool feature is how you switch them off. You need to knock them over which triggers the on/off switch. Just be careful not to launch a full bowling ball at them though as I am sure they wont be that strong.

Each pin costs $21.95.

Via: GeekAlerts

Petrol RC Hummer

Petrol RC Hummer
This Hummer is RC and petrol powered. It’s a massive 1/5 scale which dwarfs most other radio controlled cars. The engine that powers this beast is a 26cc DZY and can make the Hummer shift at up to 50MPH which is flippin quick for a car this size.

The RC Hummer is made of aluminium and has a centrifugal clutch and differential. The RC hummer runs on 2 stroke oil mixed with regular unleaded petrol found in all UK petrol stations. By mixing 5 litres of unleaded with 250ml of 2 stroke oil, you get just the right mixture to make it go.

By travelling at 50MPH it can quickly go out of range if you are not careful. If this happens then having the failsafe option will simply shut down and the Hummer will roll to a stop, which might not be good, but better then slamming in to a wall at full speed. At least your wall will now be a bit safer 😉

The RC Hummer will set you back just short of £350 with the failsafe option costing £12.99.

Specifications:
1 ) Scale: 1/5
2 ) D/W: Rear 2WD system, differential with built-in gears
3 ) Brakes: Rear Disc
4 ) Speed: 80km/h
5 ) Engine: Single cylinder, two stroke, air-cooled, 26cc
6 ) Torque: 1.8N.m
7 ) Power: 1.58kw / 2.15 bhp
8) Fuel: Petrol / engine oil (25:1)
9 ) Fuel tank capacity: 40 minutes
10) Start method: pull start
11) LxWxH: 700x530x350mm
12) Tires: 190mm
13) Wheelbase (F/R): 480mm
14) Tread: 340mm(F)/370mm(R)

Features:
1 ) Fully assembled
2 ) Powerful pull start 26cc engine
3 ) Heavy duty parts (many metal)
4 ) Differential with built-in gear
5 ) Fully adjustable oil-filled shocks
6 ) Disc brake system
7 ) CE/ROHS approved controller
8 ) Strong 15kg/cm OEM Futaba servo
9 ) Sealed electronics box for use on wet days
10 ) Aluminium chassis
11 ) Waibro Carburetor
12 ) NGK spark plug
13 ) 80 km/h top speed

BIGTOE Bike is HUGE

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About a month ago you may have seen the Monster Cycle which stood 15 feet tall. It was one huge bike. Now we have BIGTOE which length is 15’4″ and height is 5’7″ – 7’6″ tall (variable height). It weighs a whopping 3600 lbs and has a Jag V12 engine which produces 300HP. As can be seen, the tires are also huge Firestone’s 18.4 – 34. In total the bike is 8 times larger then your average bike and has training wheels to keep you upright. I have seen a rumour that the training wheels retract once speed is gained. Also in the bike you will find a 500W 4 way speaker sound system with CD player. With that massive 300HP V12 engine, it is still only capable of 62MPH although I bet that speed would be scary on a bike that size.

The bike was built by Tom Wilberg from Sweden and it took six years to build (and about 3000 man hours). It cost $80k.

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BIGTOE Bike Controlls

BIGTOE Bike Engine

Bigtoe Bike Shocks

Via: DreamGate